Community Standards offers unique student leadership opportunities to serve the Syracuse University community by upholding standards, resolving conflicts and supporting students. Explore the various leadership opportunities below! For questions or more information, email Community Standards at studentconduct@syr.edu or call 315.443.3728.
University Conduct Board (UCB) Member
The University Conduct Board offers students an opportunity to serve the campus community by upholding standards, resolving conflicts and promoting civility and citizenship.
The UCB has the jurisdiction to hear and resolve cases involving students or student organizations charged with violating the Syracuse University Code of Student Conduct (except in cases involving academic dishonesty). Additionally, students selected for the UCB will be expected to create outreach opportunities on topics such as personal safety, citizenship, personal values and living in a diverse community.
- Gain Leadership Experience: You’ll participate actively in student conduct hearings, gaining insights into the conduct process and acquiring experience in ethical decision-making.
- Make an Impact: You’ll play a pivotal role in maintaining a fair and respectful campus environment. You’ll also engage in outreach initiatives focusing on safety, citizenship, diversity and personal values.
- Develop Transferable Skills: You’ll develop and improve on essential and transferable skills like critical thinking, public speaking, collaboration and conflict resolution.
- Must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at Syracuse University.
- Have at least one academic year left at Syracuse University.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 and full-time status as a student.
- First-year students are eligible to apply if they meet all other criteria and have an adequate high school GPA.
- Be in good standing with the University. Disciplinary or academic violations committed at Syracuse University or elsewhere must be disclosed.
- Uphold the highest standards of behavior and respect, both on and off campus. All members are expected to serve as role models to current and future members of the Syracuse University community and preserve the integrity of the University Conduct Board process and the Code of Conduct.
- Place the role as a UCB member as a top priority behind only academics.
- Maintain case confidentiality at all times. Failure to maintain confidentiality will result in immediate removal and referral to Community Standards for violations of the Code of Conduct.
- Participate in regular training sessions and any other designated event(s).
- Review and adjudicate each case with an open mind and make determinations of “responsibility” based on facts, policy and the preponderance of the evidence.
Apply to be a University Conduct Board member!
Case Presenter
The Case Presenter plays a crucial role in upholding Syracuse University’s standards by presenting information on behalf of the University during formal hearings. This position is essential in maintaining a fair and just campus environment.
- Develop Advocacy Skills: Enhance your ability to present information clearly and persuasively.
- Contribute to Fairness: Play a vital part in ensuring a balanced and just conduct process.
- Professional Growth: Gain experience valuable for careers in law, public policy and higher education.
- Receive Compensation: Case Presenters receive a semesterly stipend. Students enrolled in the College of Law also receive credit for “LAW 954” with Professor Burger.
- Must be a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at Syracuse University.
- Have at least one academic year left at Syracuse University.
- Maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.5 and full-time status as a student.
- Be in good standing with the University. Disciplinary or academic violations committed at Syracuse University or elsewhere must be disclosed.
- Uphold the highest standards of behavior and respect, both on and off campus. All members are expected to serve as role models to current and future members of the Syracuse University community and preserve the integrity of the University Conduct Board process and the Code of Conduct.
- Place the role as a Case Presenter as a top priority behind only academics.
- Maintain case confidentiality at all times. Failure to maintain confidentiality will result in immediate removal and referral to Community Standards for violations of the Code of Conduct.
- Participate in regular training sessions and any other designated event(s).
- Complete a minimum of two (2) office hours per week, during which you will review and prepare materials for each hearing, including incident reports, evidence and/or determining witnesses to call for the hearing.
- Present information on behalf of the University at a formal hearing with the University Conduct Board or Administrative Hearing Officer. Present information regarding the alleged behavior and the alleged violations of the Code of Student Conduct, and call witnesses to participate in the hearing process.
- Prepare opening statements, a case presentation and closing statements for all hearings.
- Question witnesses present at formal hearings as well as ask questions of the respondent (accused student) about the alleged violation.
- Answer all questions of the University Conduct Board and conduct yourself with dignity and decorum at all times.
Procedural Advisor
Procedural Advisors play a vital role in assisting students throughout the University’s conduct process, ensuring they understand and navigate the system effectively.
- Enhance Your Skills: Develop your understanding of University policies, conflict resolution and advisory techniques.
- Contribute to Fairness: Play a crucial part in upholding the integrity and fairness of the student conduct process.
- Professional Development: Gain experience beneficial for careers in counseling, law, education and student affairs.
- Must be a full-time student, faculty or staff member of Syracuse University.
- Must complete required training sessions provided by Community Standards to effectively support students.
- Provide quiet, non-disruptive advice during conduct proceedings, helping students prepare for resolution meetings and formal hearings.
- Assist students with understanding the conduct process, their rights and their responsibilities without directly representing or speaking on their behalf.
- Maintain the privacy of all parties involved, ensuring a respectful and impartial process.