Policies

Students at UT Dallas are expected to obey and conduct themselves in accordance with both the penal and civil statutes of the local, state and federal government and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Regents of the University of Texas System, UT Dallas regulations and administrative rules, and to observe standards of conduct appropriate for an academic institution.

Regents' Rules and Regulations

The Rules and Regulations of The Board of Regents of The University of Texas System includes a vast array of information. Most student-oriented content is contained within Series 50000: Student Issues.

Handbook of Operating Procedures

UT Dallas, in conjunction with the Rules and Regulations of The Board of Regents of The University of Texas System, has adopted a Handbook of Operating Procedures for the orderly and efficient conduct of business. Each student is charged with notice, knowledge and compliance with the contents and provisions of UT Dallas and UT System rules and regulations in addition to federal, state and local laws.

Sexual Assault/Harassment Policies

It is the policy of the University to strive to maintain an environment that is free from intimidation and inappropriate sexual conduct. The University will not tolerate any form of sexual assault or sexual harassment.

Confidentiality

The Office of Community Standards and Conduct adheres to state and federal laws relating to confidentiality. All discipline-related records are kept by the office and separate from all other educational records.

Other Resources

Please see Policy Matters for Students for regulations pertaining to equal opportunity issues, Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and discrimination.