Student Code of Conduct: Rules and Regulations- Jurisdiction of Worcester State University

Relevant Excerpt

Worcester State University shall have jurisdiction over conduct that adversely affects the Worcester State University community and/or the pursuit of its objectives, wherever the conduct occurs.

If the conduct occurs off-campus, Worcester State University shall have jurisdiction when any one or more of the following apply:

1. The offense occurred at a Worcester State University sponsored or sanctioned event.
2. The charged student is a member of the Worcester State University community. The Vice President of Student Affairs and/or Conduct Administrator or designee shall determine a person’s status when in question.
3. The offense has a detrimental effect on the reputation of Worcester State University.
4. The impacted party of such offense is a member of the Worcester State University community.