Judicial Board Letters

Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on January 17, 2021.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of

• CONSIDERATION HOURS: ARTICLE III B. 1.00
  • Noise (specifically disruptive conduct during 24/7 consideration hours) - “At all times, members of the Lawrence community should exercise consideration with regard to noise and other distractions. A student has the right to the use of his or her room for sleep, study, and recreation. The rights to sleep and to study take precedence over the right to recreation”
• COVID 19 RESIDENTIAL POLICIES & EXPECTATIONS
  • Room Capacity (Max allowed in this space is 3) - Student room capacity for gatherings will be restricted to the number of room occupants plus one (ex. Double rooms will allow for a maximum of three people at any time).
  • Masking while gathering as group - Masks must be worn when in interior public areas or when gathering in a group both indoors and outdoors.  All areas of residence halls and houses including hallways, lounges, laundry rooms, etc. are considered interior public areas and thus require masks to be worn
• STUDENT HANDBOOK – ALCOHOL - PAGE 23 (Regarding Underage consumption and distribution of alcohol)
  • The university also is opposed to the illegal or irresponsible use of alcohol, and expects its students and employees to obey the university regulations and the local, state, and federal laws concerning the possession, use, or distribution of alcoholic substances. With regard to students, possession, use and distribution of alcoholic beverages to persons of legal age are permitted on the campus only by persons of legal age. Anyone distributing alcoholic beverages to a person not of legal age or any person not of legal age possessing or using alcoholic beverages is subject to disciplinary action by the university.

The board has decided on the following sanction:

An official warning  which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you and that further violation of the Social Code may result in a more severe penalty.

Residential warning through June 10, 2021, which constitutes notification that further incidents or violations of the Social Code and/or COVID policies and protocols will be brought back to this Board for consideration and adjudication and may result in expulsion from the residence in which you are living or from campus housing altogether.

If you wish to appeal this decision, you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,
Jojo Maier
Chair, Judicial Board

This letter was sent to 3 respondents

Dear    ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on January 17, 2021.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of

• CONSIDERATION HOURS: ARTICLE III B. 1.00
  • Noise (specifically disruptive conduct during 24/7 consideration hours) - “At all times, members of the Lawrence community should exercise consideration with regard to noise and other distractions. A student has the right to the use of his or her room for sleep, study, and recreation. The rights to sleep and to study take precedence over the right to recreation”
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• COVID 19 RESIDENTIAL POLICIES & EXPECTATIONS
  • Room Capacity (Max allowed in this space is 3) - Student room capacity for gatherings will be restricted to the number of room occupants plus one (ex. Double rooms will allow for a maximum of three people at any time).
  • Masking while gathering as group - Masks must be worn when in interior public areas or when gathering in a group both indoors and outdoors.  All areas of residence halls and houses including hallways, lounges, laundry rooms, etc. are considered interior public areas and thus require masks to be worn

The board has decided on the following sanction:

Residential warning through June 10, 2021, which constitutes notification that further incidents or violations of the Social Code and/or COVID policies and protocols will be brought back to this Board for consideration and adjudication and may result in expulsion from the residence in which you are living or from campus housing altogether.

If you wish to appeal this decision, you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,
Jojo Maier
Chair, Judicial Board

This letter was sent to 3 respondents

Dear,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on January 17, 2021.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of

 

• CONSIDERATION HOURS: ARTICLE III B. 1.00
  • Noise (specifically disruptive conduct during 24/7 consideration hours) - “At all times, members of the Lawrence community should exercise consideration with regard to noise and other distractions. A student has the right to the use of his or her room for sleep, study, and recreation. The rights to sleep and to study take precedence over the right to recreation”

 

• COVID 19 RESIDENTIAL POLICIES & EXPECTATIONS
  • Room Capacity (Max allowed in this space is 3) - Student room capacity for gatherings will be restricted to the number of room occupants plus one (ex. Double rooms will allow for a maximum of three people at any time).
  • Masking while gathering as group - Masks must be worn when in interior public areas or when gathering in a group both indoors and outdoors.  All areas of residence halls and houses including hallways, lounges, laundry rooms, etc. are considered interior public areas and thus require masks to be worn

The board has decided on the following sanction:

Residential warning through March 29, 2021, which constitutes notification that further incidents or violations of the Social Code and/or COVID policies and protocols will be brought back to this Board for consideration and adjudication and may result in expulsion from the residence in which you are living or from campus housing altogether.

If you wish to appeal this decision, you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,
Jojo Maier
Chair, Judicial Board

This letter was sent to 2 respondents
 

Dear,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on February 7, 2021.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of the following:

COVID 19 RESIDENTIAL POLICIES & EXPECTATIONS

Lawrence University Community Pledge

1. Wear a mask in indoor public spaces, or when gathering in groups outdoors.
2. Maintain at least 6 feet of physical distance from others in accordance with university guidelines.

Lawrence Residential Policies & Expectations

1. Masks must be worn when in interior public areas or when gathering in a group both indoors and outdoors. All areas of residence halls and houses including hallways, lounges, laundry rooms, etc. are considered interior public areas and thus require masks to be worn.
2. Student room capacity for gatherings will be restricted to the number of room occupants plus one (ex. Double rooms will allow for a maximum of three people at any time).

The board has decided on the following sanction:

Residential warning through June 13, 2021, which constitutes notification that further incidents or violations of the Social Code and/or COVID policies and protocols will be brought back to this Board for consideration and adjudication and may result in expulsion from the residence in which you are living or from campus housing altogether.

If you wish to appeal this decision, you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,
Jojo Maier
Chair, Judicial Board

cc: Complainant

Dear,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on February 9, 2021.  The Judicial Board has found you in violation of the following:

COVID 19 RESIDENTIAL POLICIES & EXPECTATIONS
Lawrence University Community Pledge
        • Maintain at least 6 feet of physical distance from others in accordance with university
guidelines.
Lawrence Residential Policies & Expectations
       • Student room capacity for gatherings will be restricted to the number of room occupants plus one (ex. Double rooms will allow for a maximum of three people at any time).

Residential warning through March 17, 2021, which constitutes notification that further incidents or violations of the Social Code and/or COVID policies and protocols will be brought back to this Board for consideration and adjudication and may result in expulsion from the residence in which you are living or from campus housing altogether.

If you wish to appeal this decision, you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the

Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.
Sincerely,

Jojo Maier
Chair, Judicial Board

Dear    ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on February 16, 2021.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of

COVID 19 RESIDENTIAL POLICIES & EXPECTATIONS
Room Capacity – no guests were permitted to be in student room at the date of the report. 

The board has decided on the following sanction:

Removal from campus housing.  You must depart campus housing by the end of the winter term of classes and no later than March 18, 2021.  This increased sanction is the result of already being on residential warning at the time of this new violation.

You must meet with the dean of students to develop a plan for your departure and as to how you will successfully navigate the remaining weeks on campus so as to not have any additional violations of the COVID policies or social code.  You must meet with Curt no later than Wednesday, February 24, 2021. You should also be aware that any further violations will result in an immediate departure from campus.

If you wish to appeal this decision, you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,

Jojo Maier
Chair, Judicial Board

Dear        ,  

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on February 28, 2021.  The board has decided to dismiss this complaint based on the determination that the conduct which is the subject of the complaint is protected by your right to freedom of expression and that there was no violation of university polices as alleged in the complaint. 
The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.
The Board would like to express that while the case was dismissed, freedom of expression within the Lawrence community comes with a responsibility, and we encourage you to continue to reflect on the impact of your words.  Regardless of intention, words can still have a negative impact on others.  

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,                                     

Emily McFarland 
Chair, Judicial Board

cc: complainant

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on 11/11/19.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of:

IV. B. Policy on drugs (full policy, with specific attention to)

1.00 Lawrence University is opposed to the use of potentially dangerous drugs, (i.e., controlled substances which include hallucinogenic drugs, amphetamines, barbiturates, cocaine and its derivatives, narcotics, and any others controlled by legal authorities) and Lawrence University expects its students to obey the laws established and enforced by state and federal agencies concerning the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs.

 

And Drug-Free Campus Policy (full policy, with specific attention to):

The manufacture, sale, distribution, possession, or use of controlled substances by students or employees is prohibited at any time:

            1. in, on, or about the university campus and property.

IV. D. Disruptive behavior

1.00 Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in any activity or behavior that threatens or disrupts:
            .01 The welfare of the university;

IV. C. Firearms and weapons policy

1.00 Students are prohibited from possessing firearms on Lawrence University property

 

The board has decided on the following sanction:

Expulsion, which constitutes the accused party’s permanent separation from university residence, classes, activities, and privileges. You are expected to leave campus within 48 hours of receiving this letter.
You must also meet with Associate Dean Rose Wasielewski to discuss specifics regarding this sanction by Wednesday, November 13th at 5pm.  Please call her office at 920-832-7203 or email her at rose.wasielewski@lawrence.edu to arrange an appointment.

If you wish to appeal this decision, you must inform the President, in writing, within three business days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me, or the Associate Dean of Students Rose Wasielewski.

Sincerely,

Cynfor Lu
Chair, Judicial Board

 

cc:  Curt Lauderdale, complainant

November 12, 2019

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on 11/12/19.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of:

IV. B. Policy on drugs (full policy, with specific attention to)

1.00 Lawrence University is opposed to the use of potentially dangerous drugs, (i.e., controlled substances which include hallucinogenic drugs, amphetamines, barbiturates, cocaine and its derivatives, narcotics, and any others controlled by legal authorities) and Lawrence University expects its students to obey the laws established and enforced by state and federal agencies concerning the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs.

And Drug-Free Campus Policy (full policy, with specific attention to):

The manufacture, sale, distribution, possession, or use of controlled substances by students or employees is prohibited at any time:
1. in, on, or about the university campus and property.

IV. D. Disruptive behavior

1.00 Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in any activity or behavior that threatens or disrupts:
.01 The welfare of the university;

The board has decided on the following sanctions:

An official warning, which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you and that further violation of the Social Code may result in a more severe penalty.

Disciplinary probation, which constitutes a reprimand upon you starting immediately and lasting three full terms, through the end of the academic Fall Term 2020. Any further violation of the previously violated portions of the Social Code listed above during this timeframe shall result in a minimum penalty of suspension.

You must also have an educational discussion by meeting with Associate Dean Rose Wasielewski where the two of you can discuss further the impact of your actions on the community in relation to these violations for a duration of time left to the discretion of Associate Dean Wasielewski.  You must begin meeting with her by the end of the first week of academic Winter Term 2020. Please call her office at 920-832-7203 or email her at rose.wasielewski@lawrence.edu to arrange a meeting.

If you wish to appeal this decision, you must inform the President, in writing, within three business days of receiving this letter – by 5pm on Monday, November 18th, 2019.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me, or the Associate Dean of Students Rose Wasielewski.

Sincerely,

Cynfor Lu
Chair, Judicial Board

 

May 17, 2019 - PART 1

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on Thursday, May 16, 2019.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of the viking room admissions policy and the drug free campus policy.

The board has decided on the following sanction:  You must surrender all fake identification cards as soon as possible and no later than 5pm on Saturday, May 18, 2019 to Campus Safety.  Additionally, you will not be permitted to enter the premises of the Viking room until November 1, 2019.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,

Anna Cohen
Chair, Judicial Board

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May 31, 2019 - PART 2

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of the reconvening of the Judicial Board to reconsider sanctions after the original sanction deadlines were not met by you.

Because you did not surrender the fake identification card that was discussed during your hearing by the original deadline of Saturday, May 18, 2019 the Board has decided on the following new sanctions:

• You are not be permitted to enter the premises of the Viking Room until the start of Spring Term; March 30, 2020.
• You have been given a new deadline of Thursday, June 6, 2019 by 5:00pm to surrender your fake identification card to the Dean of Students Office.  If this deadline is not met, you will not be permitted to enter the premises of the Viking room for any part of the 2019-2020 academic year, including any and all senior class and/or commencement related events.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,

Anna Cohen
Chair, Judicial Board

May 24, 2019

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on May 23, 2019.  The Judicial Board has found you in violation of

II. Policies and Procedures. Computer Use.

I.K.2.02; Proper use of e-mail account (2.02) students are prohibited from sending e-mail messages that might be offensive, threatening to the recipient(s), mass mailings, and chain e-mail.

II. Policies and Procedures. Disruptive Conduct.

IV.D.1.02, 03; Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in any activity or behavior that threatens or disrupts (1.02) the administrative functions of the university and (1.03) the educational objectives of any member of the Lawrence community
IV.D.2.03; Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in (2.03) intimidation and/or harassment of another person or group of people through physical, mental, or emotional means, including behavior online.

II. Policies and Procedures. Personal Safety, page 79 of the 2018-2019 online student handbook

The board has decided on the following sanction:

You are required to write formal letters of apology to Professor _______ and Professor ________.  These letters must be turned in by Tuesday, May 28, 2019 at 5:00pm to Associate Dean of Students Rose Wasielewski.

You must meet with Dean Linda Morgan-Clement for a reflective conversation.  This conversation must be carried out by the end of the work day on Friday, May 31, 2019.

You will be placed on disciplinary probation for the rest of your time as a student at Lawrence.  Further violation of the Social Code shall result in a minimum penalty of suspension.

You are not permitted to attend any of the remaining senior class social events.

Lastly, with the exception of the formal apology letter, you should have no intentional contact by any means with Professor ________.

Failure to complete any of the above sanctions will result in a suspension from the current academic term.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Associate Dean of Students, Rose Wasielewski.

Sincerely,

Anna Cohen
Chair, Judicial Board

Dear ,
        
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on April 8, 2018. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of IV.D.2.03: Disruptive Behavior: members of the Lawrence community will not engage in intimidation and/or harassment of another person through physical, mental, or emotional means.

The board has decided on the following sanction:

An official warning which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you and that further violation of the Social Code may result in a more severe penalty.In addition to the official warning, your membership in xxx at Lawrence University is suspended until 2019, restricting you from attending any meetings or events. We encourage you to work with Linda Morgan-Clement, Dean of Spiritual & Religious Life, to discuss alternative options for engaging in your faith on and off campus and navigating the use of xxx.

You must meet with Rose Wasielewski, Assistant Dean of Students for Campus Life, to discuss your behavior and write a letter of apology to the Lawrence Chapter of xxx regarding that behavior by April 28, 2018.  Please arrange an appointment via e-mail at rose.wasielewski@lawrence.edu or by calling her office at 920-832-7203.

Finally, you must complete bystander intervention training monitored by Rose Wasielweski in order to further reflect on the ways in which your behavior and actions impact others.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,
       
                                        

Hailey Bomar
Chair, Judicial Board

Dear,
        
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on January 21, 2018. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of IV.D.3.03b: Misuse of property owned or operated by any member of the Lawrence community, with regards to improper use of another student’s ID.

The board has decided on the following sanction:

An official warning which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you and that further violation of the Social Code may result in a more severe penalty.

In addition to the official warning, we, the Judicial Board require you to submit $4.85 to Raymond House as a repayment and a letter of reflection on the incidents leading to this hearing and the impact on the others involved. A paper copy of this letter must be submitted to Raymond House by February 5, 2018. You will be moved from your current resident hall xxx. Please work directly with Dean Lauderdale to arrange for new campus housing.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,
       
                                        

Hailey Bomar
Chair, Judicial Board

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on May 14, 2017.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of IV.D. Disruptive Behavior: 1. Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in any activity or behavior that threatens or disrupts .02 The administrative or service functions of the university; 3. Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in .01 Theft; .02 Vandalism; and .03a Misuse of property owned or operated by the university.

The board has decided on the following sanction:

An official warning which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you. If further violations are reported regarding misuse of the university’s service functions or property, such as entering Andrew Commons after hours, more severe penalties may be applied.

In addition to this warning, you are expected to pay for a replacement frame.  Please work through the Dean of Students office to arrange this payment. 

Finally, the board has decided that you are prohibited from entering LUCC-designated __ group living spaces for the next two years. 

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,
Amy Hutchings
Chair, Judicial Board

This sanction letter was sent to 1 respondent.

Dear ,
        
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on May 14, 2017.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of IV.D. Disruptive Behavior: 1. Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in any activity or behavior that threatens or disrupts .02 The administrative or service functions of the university; 3. Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in .01 Theft; .02 Vandalism; and .03a Misuse of property owned or operated by the university.

The board has decided on the following sanction:

An official warning which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you. If further violations are reported regarding misuse of the university’s service functions or property, such as entering Andrew Commons after hours, more severe penalties may be applied.

Finally, the board has decided that you are prohibited from entering LUCC-designated __ group living spaces for the next two years. 

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,                                      

Amy Hutchings
Chair, Judicial Board

This sanction letter was sent to 3 respondents.

 

Dear ,
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on May 14, 2017.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of IV.D. Disruptive Behavior: 1. Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in any activity or behavior that threatens or disrupts .02 The administrative or service functions of the university; 3. Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in .01 Theft; .02 Vandalism; and .03a Misuse of property owned or operated by the university.

The board has decided on the following sanction:

An official warning which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you. If further violations are reported regarding misuse of the university’s service functions or property, such as entering Andrew Commons after hours, more severe penalties may be applied.

In addition to this warning, you are expected to pay for a replacement frame.  Please work through the Dean of Students office to arrange this payment. 

Finally, the board has decided that you are permanently prohibited from entering LUCC-designated __ group living spaces. 

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,
Amy Hutchings
Chair, Judicial Board

This sanction letter was sent to 2 respondents.

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on Sunday, February 26, 2017. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of legislation IV.D.1. Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in any activity or behavior that threatens or disrupts: .03 The educational objectives of any member of the Lawrence community; 3.01 Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in Theft.

The board has decided on the following sanction:

The Board is giving you a formal warning that any future violations of these charges will result in further sanctioning.
Additionally, the Board requires you to move to a different housing assignment that is across campus and away from ___.
The Dean of Students office will be in contact with you with a new housing assignment for the remainder of the year. Once you complete your move, you will also be restricted from accessing the residence hall that they live in.

As was offered by both parties, the Board has sanctioned that ___ and ___ be able to search your room with you present and under the facilitation of a staff member designated by the Dean of Students office. The date and time of this search will be mutually agreed upon by all parties through the Dean of Students office.

Finally, there shall be no intentional contact between you, ___, ___, and ___ for the remainder of your time on campus. In addition to having no intentional physical contact with each other, you must also avoid contact with, or about one another, by phone, email, text, social media, print media, or peers.  Because of the small size of the campus there are times when you find yourselves in the same place. In those instances we ask that you use common sense with respect to social settings and avoid or remove yourself from close proximity to each other. Any alleged violations of these sanctions should be reported to the Dean of Students office for further adjudication.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,

Amy Hutchings
Chair, Judicial Board

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on Sunday, February 26, 2017. The Judicial Board has found you in violation of legislation IV.D.1. Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in any activity or behavior that threatens or disrupts: .03 The educational objectives of any member of the Lawrence community; 3.01 Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in Theft; 3.03 Misuse of property owned or operated by any member of the Lawrence community.

The board has decided on the following sanction:

As was offered by both parties, the Board has sanctioned that ___ and ___ be able to search your room with you present and under the facilitation of a staff member designated by the Dean of Students office. The date and time of this search will be mutually agreed upon by all parties through the Dean of Students office.

The Board requires that you find off-campus housing no later than March 26, 2017 and for the remainder of your time at Lawrence. In conjunction with this sanction, you will be restricted from accessing campus housing except ___ until you move off campus. Once you move off campus you will be restricted from all campus housing. We understand you are a member of ___. You are permitted to be in ___ only to access for official meetings and events.

You should sign a release so that your therapist can be in consultation with the Dean of Students to discuss these policy violations and the nature of Lawrence’s residential community.

Finally, there shall be no intentional contact between you, ___, ___, and ___ for the remainder of your time on campus. In addition to having no intentional physical contact with each other, you must also avoid contact with, or about one another, by phone, email, text, social media, print media, or peers. Because of the small size of the campus there are times when you find yourselves in the same place. In those instances we ask that you use common sense with respect to social settings and avoid or remove yourself from close proximity to each other. Any alleged violations of these sanctions should be reported to the Dean of Students office for further adjudication.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,

Amy Hutchings
Chair, Judicial Board

Dear,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on November 17, 2016. The board has decided to dismiss this complaint based on the determination that the conduct which is the subject of the complaint is protected by your right to freedom of expression.

The Board would like to express that while the case was dismissed, it does not condone the language used or the manner by which it was expressed throughout the communication on Facebook. Freedom of expression within the Lawrence community comes with a responsibility and we encourage you to continue to reflect on the impact of your words. To aid in this reflection, the Board strongly encourages you to meet with Director of Athletics, Christyn Abaray, and a member of the Sexual Harassment and Resource Education (SHARE) group or Title IX Coordinator, Kim Jones.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,
 

Amy Hutchings

Chair, Judicial Board

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on Sunday, May 8, 2016. The Judicial Board has found you in violation of legislation IV.D.2.03 Disruptive Behavior: Intimidation and/or harassment of another person through physical, mental, or emotional means; and you have taken responsibility for violation of III.A.1.00 and 1.04 Alcoholic Beverages: Possession, use, and distribution of alcoholic beverages to persons of legal age are permitted on the campus only by persons of legal age and Alcoholic beverages may be consumed only by persons of legal age at properly supervised functions in other places and at other times on the campus only after approval is obtained from the dean of students office. The dean of students office may also require that safeguards be taken to ensure compliance with state and local laws.

The board has decided on the following sanctions:

An official warning for both violations which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you and that further violation of the Social Code may result in a more severe penalty.

In addition to the official warning, we, the Judicial Board require you to meet with a member of Campus Life to discuss the following behaviors as they relate to violation IV.D.2.03:

1. Yelling and use of demeaning and profane language

2. Aggressive physical contact

3. Inappropriate communication style

We also require that you write two letters of apology. One to the _____________ ; and the second to the __________ under the care of _________________ regarding your role in the escalation of tension and the climate of intimidation present within the ____________.

You will work through Dean Wasielewski for the above sanctions.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Dean of Students, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,

 

Amy Hutchings

Chair, Judicial Board

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on May 3, 2015. The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of IV.D.2.02 Disruptive Behavior: Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in battery of another person and 2.03 Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in intimidation and/or harassment of another person through physical, mental, or emotional means.

The board has decided on the following sanctions:

An official warning which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you and that further violation of the Social Code may result in a more severe penalty.

You are to have no intentional contact with _________________for the remainder of the academic year. You must meet with Dean Truesdell to discuss the details of what is expected of you in this regard.

You must write a formal letter of apology to _______________ and submit it to Dean Truesdell no later than May 11, 2015.

You are not allowed in the Viking Room for the remainder of your enrollment.

You are required to meet with a counselor to discuss the seriousness of physical violence and the impact violence has on the victim.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted. We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence. The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.

Sincerely, Adam Tenasaputra

 

Chair, Judicial Board

 

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on January 16, 2014.  The board has found you not in violation of the Social Code I.B. The right to maintain personal property free from wrongful interference by others shall be protected, and any act of an individual, which is conducted in willful disregard of that right shall be a violation of this code.

If any party wishes to appeal this decision, you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.

Sincerely,

Cameron Gmehlin
Chair, Judicial Board

 

Dear ,
        
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on April 28, 2013.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of Disruptive Conduct: IV.D. Disruptive Behavior 2.01 Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in assault of another person, and 2.03 Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in intimidation and/or harassment of another person through physical, mental, or emotional means.

The board has decided on the following sanction:

An official warning which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you and that further violation of the Social Code may result in a more severe penalty.

In addition, you must take the online e-CHUG program regarding alcohol use and discuss the results with a counselor.  Please give the counselor permission to notify Dean Truesdell that you successfully completed the sanction no later than May 17, 2013.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board appreciate your cooperation and the maturity you displayed.  We hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.

Sincerely,  
                                        

Cameron Gmehlin
Chair, Judicial Board

Dear ,
        
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on May 23, 2013.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of LUCC legislation IV.D.2.03 Disruptive Behavior: Members of the Lawrence Community will not engage in intimidation and/or harassment of another person through physical, mental, or emotional means; and 3.02: Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in vandalism.

The board has decided on the following sanctions:
• You will not be allowed to attend any official part of the senior dinner, including the social reception and dinner itself.
• You are prohibited from all Lawrence University owned student housing with the exception of _________________.

Should these sanctions be violated, additional action will be taken, which may include not walking during graduation.

In determining these sanctions, the board considered the events of this specific incident in conjunction with an extensive history of disrespect for the campus community.  The board believes that restricting access to these community spaces and events is appropriate because you have not demonstrated that you have learned from previous educational opportunities provided by the Office of Campus Life.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me, Curt Lauderdale, Assistant Dean of Students for Campus Life, or the Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.

Sincerely,  
                                        

Cameron Gmehlin
Chair, Judicial Board

Dear ,
        
The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on May 30, 2013.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of LUCC legislation I.G.3.01 Regulations regarding Lawrence University organizations, Use of university facilities, Closed meetings of Lawrence University organizations: A Lawrence University organization which is registered with LUCC may use university facilities, subject to availability, for meetings which are limited to members and specifically invited guests; and IV.D.3.03 Disruptive Behavior: Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in misuse of property owned or operated by the University or any member of the Lawrence community.

The board has decided on the following sanction:

An official warning which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you and that further violation of the Social Code may result in a more severe penalty.

You are required to write an individual letter of apology to __________________explaining and apologizing for your role in the incident.  The apology letter should be submitted to Dean Truesdell for review no later than 5 p.m. Monday, June 3, 2013, and she will forward your letter to____________________.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.

Sincerely,
                                          
Cameron Gmehlin 
Chair, Judicial Board

(Please note that 6 individuals were part of this hearing and all received the sanction listed above.)

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on November 17, 2011.  The Judicial Board has found you in violation of LUCC legislation IV.B. Policy on Drugs.

The board has decided on the following sanction:

•Indefinite suspension which constitutes your required separation from the university residence, classes, activities, and privileges for a minimum of two academic terms beginning Term II of the 2011-12 academic year.  Following that time, your re-admission may occur upon your petition to the Faculty Subcommittee on Administration.
An additional sanction as deemed educational by the presiding board members is:

•Upon your re-admittance, you must meet with the Alcohol and Other Drug Education Coordinator.  Please sign a release so that the Dean of Students can verify that this requirement was met.  You are also expected to follow-through with any recommendations made by the Alcohol and Other Drug Education Coordinator.
The board’s decision on these sanctions is based on our belief that your actions at Lawrence have adversely affected the community and students around you.  In addition, your behavior is also affecting your personal wellness.

We hope that these sanctions will encourage you to critically consider how your actions affect not only you, but the people around you.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Assistant Dean of Students for Campus Life, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,

Alex Ajayi
Chair, Judicial Board

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on November 8, 2010.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of LUCC legislation IV.D.3.01 Disruptive Behavior: members of the Lawrence Community will not engage in theft, and IV.D.3.03b Disruptive Behavior: misuse of property owned and operated by any member of the Lawrence community.

The board has decided on the following sanctions:

    An official warning which constitutes notification that adverse judgment has been rendered against you and that further violation of the Social Code may result in a more severe penalty.
    A formal written apology to the chapter of ___________  to be returned to Curt Lauderdale by Monday, November 15, 2010.
    A loss of privilege to visit the __________ house from November 8, 2010 to March 22, 2011.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students, Nancy Truesdell.

Sincerely,

Ana Kennedy
Chair, Judicial Board

Dear ,

The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the results of your Judicial Board hearing on Sunday, February 27, 2011.  The Judicial Board has unanimously found you in violation of LUCC legislation IV.D.3.02/3.03a Disruptive Behavior:  Members of the Lawrence community will not engage in vandalism or misuse of property owned or operated by the university.
      
The board has decided on the following sanctions:

    That you pay the specified amount for the damage of Lawrence property.
    That you continue to see a counselor and follow their recommendations and that you provide a written release to allow communication between your counselor and Dean Truesdell.
    Write a once-monthly two page reflection to be handed in to Dean Truesdell on your progress towards achieving the goal of reducing your alcohol consumption.  These will be due by the end of March, April and May.
    Disciplinary probation which constitutes a reprimand upon you for the remainder of your time at Lawrence and includes a statement that further violation of the Social Code may result in a minimum penalty of suspension.

If you wish to appeal this decision you must inform the President, in writing, within three days of receiving this letter.

The members of the Board hope you understand that our responsibility is to hear all formal complaints, decide if a violation has been committed and apply a sanction when warranted.  We hope you understand that you need to respect the rights of others if we are to maintain a satisfactory living and learning environment at Lawrence.  The college community must insist upon the cooperation and responsible judgment of all students.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding the hearing or the appeals process, please contact me or the Associate Dean of Students for Campus Life, Curt Lauderdale.

Sincerely,

Ana Kennedy
Chair, Judicial Board