Clark University’s mission is to educate undergraduate and graduate students to be imaginative and contributing citizens of the world and to advance the frontiers of knowledge and understanding through rigorous scholarship and creative effort.
Clark University students are expected to behave in ways that demonstrate their care, respect, and responsibility for all community members’ personal dignity, rights, and freedoms. They should also respect University property and the property of others. The ability and freedom to teach, learn, and grow depend on having the right opportunities and conditions in classrooms, residence halls, other campus areas, and the broader academic community. The University has established policies and procedures to safeguard these conditions and maintain a supportive learning environment.
Adherence to the provisions of the Student Code of Conduct, along with other University policies and laws outside the University, will ensure an environment of academic and personal growth for all members of the community.
Because the University expects students to always show good judgment and use common sense, not all kinds of misconduct or behavioral standards are identified in this handbook. To be eligible to receive a degree from the University, in addition to meeting all academic requirements, a student’s disciplinary record must be in good standing.. Clark may place a hold on the conferral of the degree, along with other student records, if any of the following exist on a student’s disciplinary record:
- Any pending disciplinary proceedings;
- Any pending appeals of a disciplinary proceeding or sanction; or
- Any pending or active sanctions.
Please Note:
Although expectations for conduct apply to the entire community, the adjudication and related processes in this Code only apply to students.
This Code of Conduct is subject to change. The University will review this Code to ensure that it is up-to-date, applicable, and consistent with the University’s mission.
Parts of this Code of Conduct have been inspired by suggestions for model codes by Adelphi University.
Office of Community Standards
Alumni and Student Engagement Center
2nd Floor
950 Main Street
Worcester MA 01610