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The rules and regulations governing the actions and interactions of administrative personnel, faculty, and students are intended to ensure that the aims and objectives of the Hellenic American University are accomplished according to the highest standards of academic rigor and ethical behavior.
All of the following are detailed in the Student Handbooks which are given to all students during new student orientation.
The university expressly reserves the right to make changes to its written policies, rules, and regulations at any time. This site is not intended, and should not be construed, to give rise to contractual rights and obligations.
Academic Misconduct
The HAUniv student is expected to act in a responsible manner, as expected in a university setting, in all activities connected with his or her studies. Instances of cheating, lying, violating courses rules, copyright infringement, or damaging/destroying the University facilities or equipment violate the Code of Student Ethics. If it is determined, by a professor or other appropriate university official, that a student has acted unprofessionally, he or she will be subject to disciplinary action. Such action shall include but not be limited to: a failing grade on the work product, a failing grade in the course, or expulsion from the program. The severity of the action shall be jointly determined by the appropriate Professor and the Academic Standing Committee. The student shall have the right to appeal to the Provost (or Academic Dean) in writing, stating the reason for the appeal. A personal meeting with the Provost (or Academic Dean) may be arranged. The Provost’s (or Academic Dean’s) decision is final. All appeals must be made no later than four weeks from the date of the decision of the Academic Standing Committee or four weeks from the distribution of final grades.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is defined as copying another student’s work, lending work to another student, or representing extracts or whole articles and texts from books or handouts as one’s own work.
Academic Honesty Policy
Every student is expected to produce his/her own work product and will be judged on the merit of that product. If it is determined that a student has plagiarized another’s work, he or she will be subject to disciplinary action. Such action shall include but not be limited to: a failing grade on the work product, a failing grade in the course, or expulsion from the program. The severity of the action shall be jointly determined by the appropriate Professor and the Academic Standing Committee. The student shall have the right to appeal in writing to the Provost (or Academic Dean). All appeals must be made no later than four weeks from the communication of the Committee’s decision to the student. The decision of the Provost/Academic Dean is final.
Non-Discrimination Policy
The Hellenic American University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, gender,sexual orientation, age, religion,physical disability, or veteran status in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athleticor other school-administered programs. Students, as well as academic faculty and staff, are expected to behave in accordance with this policy both inside the classroom and during on-campus university activities or events. Violation of this policy will lead to disciplinary action.
Sexual Harrassment Policy
It is the policy of Hellenic American University to maintain an environment free of all inappropriate conduct of a sexual nature. Sexual harassment in any form is expressly prohibited. Any individual who engages in any conduct that constitutes sexual harassment or that creates a sexually offensive and/or hostile environment will be subject to appropriate action, up to and including disciplinary action or immediate termination.
Management will promptly and thoroughly investigate all allegations of sexual harassment and will take appropriate corrective action. Any student who believes that a violation of this sexual harassment policy has occurred has the responsibility to report the alleged violation immediately to their mentor or to any other representative of Senior Administration. No adverse action will be taken against any individual who reports allegations of sexual harassment, and all reports will be treated confidentially.
Drug Free Policy
Policy Summary*
Hellenic American University recognizes that drug and alcohol abuse diminishes the integrity of the institution and erodes the strength and vitality of its human resources. It is the intent of the University to educate students and employees about the dangers of drug and alcohol abuse, and to discourage the illegal possession and distribution of drugs and alcohol.
It is the policy of the Hellenic American University that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession, use or abuse of alcohol and/or illicit drugs on the Hellenic American University campus or property owned or controlled by the University is strictly prohibited. All categories of employees and students are subject to this policy and to applicable federal and local laws related to this matter. Additionally, any violation of this policy may result in disciplinary actions.
Standards of Conduct. Hellenic American University employees and students are prohibited from engaging in the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, use or being under the influence of illegal drugs or alcohol on the University campus, and at off-campus facilities owned or controlled by the University. At off-campus events, to the extent that off-campus activities are considered to be University activities, the standards of conduct (of the act) shall apply, and alcohol shall not be abused by those of the legal drinking age (18 years or older), nor used, possessed or distributed by those who have not attained legal drinking age (18 years or older).
Information & Sanctions: The University will impose appropriate sanction(s) on any employee or student who fails to comply with the terms of this policy. Violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action, including, but not limited to a warning, written reprimand, suspension (with or without pay), dismissal, expulsion, and/or mandatory participation and successful completion of a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved by an appropriate health or law enforcement agency.
Any University employee paid from U.S. federally funded grants or contracts, must notify the University of any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring at the University or while engaged in University activities no later than five calendar days of the conviction.
Penalties, including fines and possible imprisonment are contingent upon local authorities’ decisions and law. The University will impose appropriate sanction(s) on any employee or student who fails to comply with the terms of this policy.
Non-Smoking Policy: Hellenic American University, as an educational institution in accordance with the Greek Laws (Health Law 76017; 82942; Law 3730; years 2002, 2003, 2009 respectively) prohibits smoking on campus. Consequently, HAUniv employees, students and visitors who wish to smoke will be able to do so only outside the buildings.
All University employees will be informed about the University’s Drug-Free policy upon being hired. Students will be informed during their orientation as well as through their student handbook.
* A full description of the policy is available upon request by authorized agencies.
Student E-Mail and Internet Policy
This Policy contains important rules covering the use of HAUniv e-mail and access to the Internet. Many of the rules apply equally to the other University methods of communicating with the outside world such as letter, fax and telephone. The complete e-mail and internet policy is contained in the Student Handbooks. All students receive a copy of this policy and are asked to sign individually during new student orientation. Failure to comply with the rules set out in this Policy may lead to disciplinary action being taken against students, including dismissal.
HAUniv Press/Electronic Media Policies
Hellenic American University (HAUniv) administration respects students, authors, journalists, their rights and their interests in our vibrant community of scholarship and learning. Our press policies are designed to be responsive tojournalists' requests for freedom of access while alsominimizing disruption ofUniversity activities andrespectingour students' rights toprivacy.
General conduct
Both News organizations and HAUniv Press team must respect the rights of students to decline to be interviewed or photographed. Members of the media may not capture photographic or video images or audio of students without written permission from the individuals involved.News media are not permitted to enter classrooms without securing advance permission from the instructor and notifying the Office of Student Affairs. All members of the news media(non members of the HAU extended community) interested in attending events,capturing images on campusor arranging interviews must contact the HAUniv Link Editor or the Office of Student Affairs.
Use of the University name/logo
When using the Hellenic American University name/logo other than for news, research or documentary purposes, individuals for individual use (even students), entities not affiliated with the University -- such as commercial firms, vendors, contractors, marketing professionals, institutions and service providers -- must adhere to HAUniv guidelines when including references to the institution or its likeness in information intended for electronic or printed publication or dissemination. Additional questions should be sent to the Director of the Marketing Committee.
Submit News/Multimedia
The HAU Link Editor is accepting articles and submissions of video, audio and slideshows produced by HAUniv students, faculty and/or staff. Submitted multimedia will be considered for presentation on the University home page, the
As the submitter, you have to ensure the following:
- ensure that you have permission from all individuals appearing in your article or multimedia to have it published or archived on our website
- obtain permission to use all content owned and created by others, including photographs, cartoons, musical compositions and lyrics that are in your production/ publication
For more information, contact the Editor at haulinkeditor@hau.gr
Submitters must complete the "Submission/Multimedia Form"
Student Rights
Academic Standing Committees
The Undergraduate Programs and each Graduate Program will have an Academic Standing Committee. Each Committee shall consist of three members: the relevant program director/coordinator and two faculty members appointed by the Provost (or Academic Dean). The Academic Standing Committees will convene to monitor the academic progress of all students at least once each year and on an as-needed basis to hear appeals. The Committees recommend academic honors, places poorly performing students on probation, and issues suspensions and dismissal according to university policies.
The Committees also consider and adjudicate on matters of disciplinary action. Cases will normally be brought forward by a faculty member and/or the Dean of Academic Affairs. The student who has been accused of academic misconduct is entitled to be present. Decisions of the Academic Standing Committee may be appealed to the Provost (or Academic Dean). The decision of the Provost/Academic Dean will be final.
Disciplinary
To appeal a disciplinary decision, a student must first meet with the Professor, Provost or Dean of Academic Affairs who took the disciplinary action to communicate, either verbally or in written form, the reasons he or she believes the action to be unfair or inappropriate. If after that meeting, a disagreement continues to exist, a student may appeal in writing to the Academic Standing Committee. A personal meeting will then be arranged.
The Academic Standing Committee for each program monitors the academic progress of all students each term. It recommends academic honors, places poorly performing students on probation, and issues suspensions and dismissal according to university policies.
Cases will be normally brought forward by a combination of a faculty member and the Dean of Academic Affairs. The Committee shall consist of three members: the relevant program coordinator and 2 faculty members appointed by the Dean of Academic Affairs. The student who has been accused of misconduct should be present. Decisions of the Academic Standing Committee may be appealed to the Provost (or Academic Dean). The decision of the Provost/Academic Dean will be considered final. All appeals must be made no later than the end of the following term in which the incident occurred.
Academic
Students may appeal a faculty member’s decision regarding a grade. To make a formal appeal, a student should communicate to the faculty member, either orally or in written form, the reasons he or she believes the grade to be unfair or inappropriate. If after that meeting, a disagreement continues to exist, a student may appeal in writing to the Academic Standing Committee. A personal meeting will then be arranged.
The Academic Standing Committee for each program monitors the academic progress of all students each term. It recommends academic honors, places poorly performing students on probation, and issues suspensions and dismissal according to university policies.
Cases will be normally brought forward by a combination of a faculty member and the Dean of Academic Affairs. The Committee shall consist of three members: the relevant program coordinator and 2 faculty members appointed by the Dean of Academic Affairs. The student who has been accused of academic misconduct should be present. Decisions of the Academic Standing Committee may be appealed to the Provost (or Academic Dean). The decision of the Provost/Academic Dean will be considered final. All appeals must be made no later than the end of the following term in which the incident occurred.
Student Records
Hellenic American University collects and processes information about students for various academic, research and administrative purposes. All personal information is treated strictly according to the terms of the 2472/97 Data Protection Act, enforced by the Hellenic Data Protection Authority. This means that confidentiality is respected and that all appropriate security measures are taken to prevent unauthorized disclosure of information. Personal information is used for stated purposes only.
No health records or non-academic counseling records are maintained by the University as these services are readily available nearby by private providers. Career counselling records shall be maintained by the student services support system through the Career Office and/or the Office of Student Affairs.
Violation Records
A confidential record shall be kept in the Office of Student Affairs of any findings/actions in regard to a violation of the Code of Student Ethics. In the event of a determination of a violation of the Code, the professor, the Provost or the Dean of Academic Affairs may request from the Office of Student Affairs copies of any prior records of conduct violations by the student, in order determine the appropriateness of the penalty imposed.
Student Records Privacy Policy
Hellenic American University Student Records Policy protects the privacy of student education records. This policy is consistent with the United States Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. ยง 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99), however, it does not abrogate any of the requirements of, or rights under, the terms of the 2472/97 Data Protection Act, enforced by the Hellenic Data Protection Authority.
It gives students certain rights with respect to their education records:
- Students have the right to inspect and review their own education records that are maintained by the University. Hellenic American University shall not be required to provide copies of records unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is impossible for students to review the records. The University may charge a fee for copies.
- Students have the right to request that the University correct records which they believe to be inaccurate or misleading. If the University decides not to amend the record, the student then has the right to a formal hearing. After the hearing, if the University still decides not to amend the record, the student has the right to place a statement with the record setting forth his or her view about the contested information.
Generally, the University must have written permission from the student in order to release any information from a student’s education record. However, the University may disclose student records, without consent, to the following parties or under the following conditions:
- School officials with legitimate educational interest;
- Other schools to which a student is transferring;
- Specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes;
- Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student;
- Organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the school;
- To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena;
- Appropriate officials in cases of health and safety emergencies; and
- Accrediting organizations
The University may disclose, without consent, ’’directory’’ information such as a student’s name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, honors and awards, and dates of attendance. However, the University shall tell students about directory information and allow students a reasonable amount of time to request that the school not disclose directory information about them. The University shall notify students annually of their rights under this policy, by inclusion in the student handbook or catalog.
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