The 2011-2012 Student Regulations, Policies, and Procedures publication is available below for download, both as a full document and as a series of highlighted sections. Each student is responsible for being familiar with the content of the Student Regulations, Policies, and Procedures.
Hard copies of the 2011-2012 Student Regulations will be available by request in the Office of the Dean of Students beginning on September 1, 2011 as long as the supply lasts.
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2011–12 Student Regulations, Policies, and Procedures (PDF)
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Each section of the Student Regulations, Policies, and Procedures can also be downloaded separately as PDF's. The sections marked with plus signs (+) are new or have been edited or revised since last year. The sections marked with asterisks (*) are of particular importance and should be reviewed carefully.
2011-12 Student Regulations, Policies, and Procedures
- Letter from the Dean of Students
- Introduction to the Student Regulations, Policies, and Procedures
II. Regulations and Procedures of Student Accounts +
- Term Bills
- Interest Charges
- Tuition Regulations
- Tuition Refunds
- Matriculation Deposit
- Student Insurance
- Personal Property Loss/Reimbursement
III. Regulations and Procedures of the Conservatory of Music
- Use of Facilities
- Robertson Practice Facilities
- Room and Concert Hall Scheduling
- Student Teaching
- Care of Instruments
- Special Use of Instruments
- Building Security
- Fire Regulations
- Energy-Saving Measures
- Miscellaneous
IV. Library
- Basic Rules and Penalties
- Reserve System Rules and Penalties
- Building Rules and Penalties
- Theft and/or Mutilation Rules and Penalties
V. Policy for the Acceptable Use of Information Technology Resources + *
- Introduction
- Guiding Principles
- User Responsibilities
- Use of CIT Facilities
- Legal Usage
- Ethical Usage
- Security
- Account Usage
- Network Usage
- Enforcement
VI. Policy for Academic Records *
- Academic Dates and Deadlines
- Course Registration
- Enrollment
- Holds
- Reinstatement
- Transcripts
Students’ Rights and Responsibilities
- Purpose
- Definition of Terms
- Scope
- The Function of the Administration of the Honor System
- Authority within the Honor System
- Procedures of the Honor System
- Revisions and Modifications
II. Student Governance and Activities
- Eligibility
- Student Government (Constitution of the Association)
- Article I: Purpose and Membership
- Article II: The Student Senate
- Article III: Working Group
- Article IV: Referenda and Constitutional Change
- Article V: Student Organizations and Association
- Article VI. Powers
- Student Organizations, Clubs, Associations, Publications
- Secret Societies
- Athletics
- Philosophy
- Preamble
- Freedom of Access to Opportunities and Resources
- Freedom of Expression and Scholarship
- Expression and Inquiry in Campus Activities
- Confidentiality of Records
- Associations and Organizations
- Access to Information
- Participation in Institutional Governance
- Civil Rights and Due Process
IV. Judicial System *
- Preamble
- Definition of Terms
- Jurisdiction
- Code of Conduct
- Judicial Authority
- Filing a Complaint
- Responding to a Complaint
- The Hearing
- The Review
- Mediation
- Sanctions
- A Note about the Release of Information Pertaining to Disciplinary Records
- Revisions and Modifications
V. Social Conduct and Regulations
- Statement of Social Responsibility
- Faculty Statement on Freedom of Speech and Expression
- General Posting Policy *
- Faculty Statement on Social and Political Unrest
- Faculty Statement of Policy on Student Demonstrations
- Guidelines for Meetings Involving Speakers, Films and Other Forms of Artistic Expression
- Faculty Statement on Intrusion of Unauthorized Persons into Private Offices
- Oberlin College Policy on Discrimination and Harassment + *
- Sexual Offenses Policy and Procedural Guidelines + *
- Noise
- Room Inspections
- Room Searches
- Policy on Alcohol, Drugs, and Tobacco *
- Identification Cards
- Appearance Codes Policy
- Animals in Public Buildings or on the Campus
- Unauthorized Keys
- Dangerous Weapons, Fireworks, or Explosives
- Use of Fire Escapes and Roof Tops
- Unauthorized Entry or Presence in College Facilities
- Possession of Stolen Property
- Motor Vehicle Parking and Traffic Regulations *
- Use of Bicycles
- Mailroom Regulations
- State Laws Governing Coin Machines
- Student Records
- Grievance Procedures
- Hazing Policy
- Missing Student Policy
- Temporary Art Installation Policy *
- Policy on Trampolines and Hammocks
Housing and Dining Regulations +
A. Terms and Conditions
B. Principles
- Payment of Fees
- Housing and Dining Exemptions
- Room and Board Services
- Residence Assignments
- Personal Use
- Rights Reserved by the College
- Housing and Dining Assignment Changes
- Remaining Occupant
- Storage of Personal Belongings
- Responsibility for Personal Property
- Maintenance
- Responsibility for Room Condition and Use
- Check-in and Check-out Procedures
- Telephones
- Suggestions, Complaints, and Appeal Process
- Dismissal from College Housing
C. Community Resources and Opportunities
- Parties +
- Grills +
- College Housing Governance
D. Housing and Dining Conduct Policies *
- Alcohol, Drugs, and Tobacco
- Guests
- Sports
- Life-Safety Policy +
- Cleanliness of Assigned Living Spaces +
- Noise
- Pets
- Prohibited and Regulated Items
- College Housing ID Card Security
- Public Areas Policy
- Room Key Policy
- Smoking
- Student Code of Conduct
Fines and Penalties
- Chart of Fines and Penalties + *
Members of the campus Community are encouraged to stay current on how to attend to safety and well-being by reviewing the following sections of the Student Regulations, Policies, and Procedures, which are revised annually in limited but important ways:
