Student Conduct Violations

• Submitting a false complaint to the College to have a student removed from a class or program.
• Repeatedly filing minor or exaggerated complaints to harass or intimidate another student or staff member.
• Filing a complaint in retaliation after being reported for misconduct themselves, not because of a genuine concern.
• Submitting altered or fabricated documents or messages to support a complaint or defense.
• Pressuring or threatening others to provide false testimony or to withhold information during an investigation.

• Providing False Information: lying to a College Official about their involvement in an incident to avoid disciplinary action; falsely claiming to have been present or absent during a key event related to a complaint.
• Forgery or Alteration of Documents: Altering a medical note or other official document to excuse an absence or missed deadline; submitting a falsified letter of recommendation, reference, or employment.
• Misuse of Identification: using another person’s ID to access College facilities or services; lending their ID to someone else to write an exam or attend a class on their behalf.
• Falsifying Records: changing information on a College form or transcript; creating a fake email or message thread to support a false claim.
• Lying: knowingly providing false testimony or misleading information during Student Code processes.

• Helping Someone Cheat or Lie: providing another student with false information to use during the Student Code processes; helping a peer fabricate evidence or alibis during a misconduct case.
• Encouraging Harmful Behaviour: encouraging or pressuring another student to harass or bully someone; daring or inciting others to engage in dangerous pranks or hazing.
• Covering Up a Violation: witnessing a serious violation (e.g., assault, property damage) and actively helping hide it or misleading investigators; deleting or concealing messages or recordings that are relevant to an investigation.
• Participating Indirectly: not committing the misconduct directly but helping plan or organize it (e.g., tampering with the fire alarm to prevent a test from happening); allowing their account, ID, or access to be used by someone else to commit a violation (e.g., bringing a visitor to the College who steals or vandalizes something at the College).
• Attempting to Commit a Violation: trying to hack into College systems or encouraging others to do so, even if unsuccessful; attempting to submit a false report or complaint but being caught before it is processed.

• Criminal Code Violations: theft, assault, or vandalism on or off campus; possession of illegal weapons or explosives.
• Drug and Alcohol Offences: possession, use, or distribution of illegal drugs (e.g., under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act); supplying alcohol to minors or drinking in unauthorized areas.
• Cybercrime: hacking into College systems or unauthorized access to digital records; online harassment or threats that violate criminal harassment laws.
• Privacy Violations: illegally recording or sharing private conversations or images without consent; accessing or distributing someone’s personal information without authorization.
• Public Safety Offences: setting off false fire alarms or tampering with fire safety equipment; participating in or organizing unauthorized gatherings that violate public safety regulations.
• Traffic or Vehicle Offences (on campus): driving under the influence (“DUI”) on College property; reckless driving or failure to follow campus traffic rules.

It is important to clarify that when there is a Police involvement, the College may pause its process until their investigation is complete. When the case is resumed at the College, and whenever possible, the Code of Conduct Office will take in consideration any sanctions applied by the Police or the Court, to prevent double-sanctioning a student for the same matter – this can include put in place academic accommodations while their process lasts and the imposition of Temporary Conditions or Restorative Sanctions to the student.

• Causing distractions during class or College activities
• Tardiness or early departures without permission and/or documented accommodation from the classroom.
• Refusal to comply with reasonable requests or instructions from faculty or College staff.

Using devices such as phones or laptops inappropriately during class or meetings, including playing music or videos loudly in class or College spaces without authorization.

• Repeatedly speaking out of turn or making loud noises during lectures or College spaces.
• Physically obstructing hallways, classrooms, or entrances, and preventing others from entering or leaving a room or event.
• Yelling, swearing, or aggressive behaviour during meetings, classes, College events or spaces.
• Throwing objects or slamming doors in frustration.
• Posting offensive or inflammatory comments in virtual classrooms or forums.

• Ignoring Instructions from College Officials: refusing to leave a classroom or office when asked by a faculty member or security; not following safety instructions during an emergency drill or evacuation; not respecting test rules or when asked to leave the classroom by the professor.
• Refusing to Identify Oneself: declining to show a student ID or provide a name when requested by Campus Security or a College staff member.
• Disobeying Sanctions: continuing to attend classes or access campus after being suspended; violating the terms of a Student Code sanction issued.
• Ignoring Campus Security Orders: entering College property after receiving a No Trespass Order; contacting individuals or accessing areas from which the student has been restricted; not complying with an investigation that is being conducted.

• Weapons on Campus: bringing a firearm, knife, or replica weapon to campus without authorization; displaying or threatening someone with a weapon, even as a “joke”
• Explosives or Ammunition: possessing fireworks, ammunition, or explosive devices in residence or on College property.
• Hazardous Chemicals or Substances: storing flammable solvents, toxic chemicals, or biohazards in lockers, dorms, or classrooms without proper approval; using chemicals in a way that creates a safety risk (e.g., mixing cleaning agents improperly).
• Unauthorized Use of Lab Equipment: Using lab tools or substances outside of supervised settings or for non-academic purposes.
• Creating Unsafe Conditions: setting off smoke bombs or chemical reactions as pranks; transporting dangerous materials through College buildings without safety measures.

• Public Misconduct in College Affiliation: A student representing the College at a competition or placement behaves unprofessionally or violates rules.
• Inappropriate Social Media Activity: posting discriminatory, threatening, or offensive content while identifying as a Fanshawe student; sharing false or damaging claims about the College without evidence.
• Media or Public Incidents: being involved in a criminal act that is reported in the media and linked to the College; participating in a viral incident (e.g., vandalism, harassment) that draws negative attention to the College.
• Academic or Professional Misrepresentation: falsely claiming to be a graduate or representative of a Fanshawe program in a way that misleads employers or the public; using College credentials or logos without permission in a misleading or harmful context.

• Physical Assault or Threats: touching a student or staff without consent or invading their personal space without consent; hitting, pushing, or physically attacking another student or staff member; threatening someone with violence, either in person or online.
• Harassment or Intimidation: repeated unwanted contact, stalking, or following someone around campus or in an online environment; using aggressive language or gestures to scare or control someone.
• Bullying or Coercion: targeting someone with repeated verbal abuse, humiliation, or exclusion; pressuring someone to do something harmful or degrading (e.g., hazing).
• Cyberbullying: sending threatening or harassing messages via email, text, or social media; posting harmful or humiliating content about someone online.
• Creating Dangerous Conditions: tampering with safety equipment (e.g., fire alarms, extinguishers); blocking emergency exits or setting unauthorized fires.
• Unauthorized recordings or pictures: secretly recording or taking pictures of students, staff, or visitors on campus in a private setting without their consent, especially if it causes distress or harm.
• Inciting Harmful Acts: encouraging others to engage in violence, harassment, or dangerous pranks.

• Unauthorized Entry: entering classrooms, labs, offices, or residence rooms without permission; accessing restricted areas after hours or without proper authorization.
• Theft or Misappropriation: stealing College equipment, supplies, or another person’s belongings – this includes possession of property that is not yours or found without the owner’s presence at the College premises and not returned it to Lost & Found; taking items from shared spaces (e.g., kitchens, lounges) without consent.
• Vandalism or Damage: defacing walls, furniture, or signage with graffiti or stickers; damaging College property such as computers, lab equipment, or residence fixtures.
• Improper Use of Facilities: using College spaces for personal business or events without approval; misusing gym equipment, labs, or classrooms in ways that cause damage or safety risks.
• Tampering with Safety Equipment: disabling or misusing fire alarms, extinguishers, or emergency phones; blocking fire exits or wedging open fire doors.
• Misuse of Digital Resources: accessing or altering College records or systems without authorization; using College computers or networks for illegal or harmful activities.
• Privacy Violations: accessing or sharing someone else’s confidential records or personal information without consent.

• Smoking or Vaping on Campus: smoking tobacco or vaping in any indoor or outdoor area of the College, including entrances, walkways, classrooms, and parking lots, which are designated smoke-free zones.
• Illegal Drug Possession or Use: possessing or using illegal substances (e.g., cocaine, ecstasy) on College property or during College events; being under the influence of illegal drugs while attending class or participating in College activities and events.
• Distribution of Controlled Substances: selling or sharing illegal drugs or prescription medications with others on campus.
• Alcohol Violations: consuming alcohol in unauthorized areas (e.g., classrooms, hallways, residence common areas); being intoxicated during College activities, events, or while on campus, especially if it leads to disruptive or unsafe behaviour.
• Underage Drinking: possessing or consuming alcohol under the legal drinking age, even in residence or at College-sponsored events.
• Impairment During College Activities: attending class, labs, or placements while impaired by alcohol or drugs, affecting safety or performance.

• Unsupervised or Unauthorized Guests: allowing a visitor to roam College buildings or residence halls without proper sign-in or supervision; bringing a guest into restricted areas (e.g., labs, staff-only zones) without permission.
• Guest Misconduct: a visitor causes a disturbance, such as being loud, disrespectful, or intoxicated during a visit; a guest damages College property or engages in harassment or threatening behaviour.
• Failure to Report Misconduct: A student witnesses their guest breaking College rules and does not intervene or report it to staff or security.
• Violation of Residence Guest Policies: hosting overnight guests without approval or exceeding the allowed number of visitors in residence; letting a guest use another student’s ID or access card.