Student affairs policy

The rules of communal life are not there to coerce, but to protect everyone's rights and foster an atmosphere where everyone can express themselves, learn and grow. They are based on three key principles:

• Mutual respect

Diversity of cultures, ideas and beliefs is an asset. Respecting these differences enriches the university experience and creates a framework for constructive exchange.

• Individual responsibility

Our actions have consequences. By behaving responsibly, each and every one of us contributes to the collective well-being.

• Solidarity and cooperation

Helping each other, supporting others and respecting the rules ensure a serene and productive atmosphere.

To bring these principles to life, a few behaviors are essential:

Respect others

• Accept differences of opinion, culture or belief.
• Use kind language, even when disagreeing, and avoid any discriminatory or aggressive language, including on social networks.
• Demonstrate active listening and empathy to understand others' points of view

Take care of common spaces and equipment

• Keep premises (classrooms, libraries, cafeterias) clean.
• Use equipment with care and share it fairly with others.
• Adopt eco-responsible gestures such as recycling and waste reduction.

Academic integrity and reliability

• Respect academic rules: no fraud or plagiarism. Cite your sources and demonstrate intellectual honesty.
• Be punctual and respect your commitments in group work.

The university applies appropriate and fair sanctions, favoring educational measures wherever possible:

• Formal recalls and public apologies: Acknowledging one's mistakes and apologizing helps to restore trust.
• Community service work: Getting involved in actions that are useful to the community helps to right wrongs while strengthening social ties.
• Guided reflection: Participating in training or ethical discussions helps to understand the impact of one's actions.

In serious cases (violence, repeat offences), sanctions such as suspension or temporary exclusion may be applied. The aim always remains to make individuals accountable and reintegrate them into the community.

A serious misconduct is a behavior or action that goes against the fundamental rules of the institution and significantly compromises the well-being, rights or safety of members of the university community, or the integrity of the learning environment. It is characterized by deliberate intent or manifest negligence that results in serious consequences for others or for the institution.

Rather than simply punishing, the university favors an approach of righting wrongs. This method:

• Enables dialogue between the parties concerned.
• Encourages personal reflection to avoid recidivism.
• Favors harmonious reintegration into the community.

Disciplinary procedures: for fairness and transparency

Any student.e accused of an offence benefits from fair treatment, based on:

• The presumption of innocence.
• The right to defend oneself.
• The confidentiality of proceedings.
• The possibility of appeal.

Your role in a harmonious campus: Trust the mediation mechanisms

If a conflict arises, contact the University Community Life Service (VéCU) or your faculty for support.

• Don't spread rumors
• Respect the confidentiality of ongoing cases to avoid harming others
• Participate actively in community life

Getting involved in activities, respecting others and reporting problematic behavior all contribute to building a positive environment.

Every student has a responsibility to uphold the values of respect, fairness and mutual support. By respecting the rules and behaving responsibly, you contribute to an inclusive and harmonious university where everyone can succeed.