Know the Community Standards & Code of Conduct
Student conduct is viewed as part of the educational learning process. The Community Standards & Code of Conduct protects the freedoms and liberties inherent in an academic community for individuals and groups of students. At Spelman College, all students are expected to know the code, and be responsible members of the learning community.
Although ultimate authority for addressing student conduct rests with the board of trustees of Spelman College, it delegates disciplinary authority to the senior student life officers to appoint conduct officers and determine the appropriate conduct officer or body to hear cases of student misconduct. The Dean of Students is primarily responsible for developing student conduct processes that assist students with the examination of behavior or conduct which interferes with or is perceived to be detrimental to the educational process. Violations of the Student Code of Conduct will be addressed by one a conduct officer, the Community Standards Review Board or the Dean’s Hearing Board.
Mediation
Students are always encouraged to settle disagreements through civil discourse and honest disclosure. If all students agree to resolve a conflict through mediation we will provide services and training in alternative dispute resolution and conflict management.
Restorative Justice
The Restorative Justice program involves the voluntary participation of students engaged in violations of the Standards of Excellence Honor Code and the Community Standards and Code of Conduct. The process actively engages students in addressing the harm that has occurred and restoring the harmony of the community.
Grievance Policy
If you were unable to reach a resolution with Spelman concerning your grievance/complaint, you may go to the State of Georgia NonPublic Postsecondary Education Commission website at
www.GNPEC.org to submit your complaint/grievance with the state. However you may contact them by mail or by phone at the following address and/or phone number below.
State of Georgia
NonPublic Postsecondary Education Commission
2082 East Exchange Place
Suite 220
Tucker, Georgia 30084-5305
Office: 770-414-3300
Fax: 770-414-3309
Office Hours: 8:30-4:30 Monday - Friday
Appointments on Scheduled Basis Only