POLICY NAME: UOFA COUNCILS
POLICY CATEGORY: GENERAL POLICIES
POLICY STATEMENT:
The following summarizes the function of those Councils, which deliberate student affairs issues. The role and composition of each can be found in the Student Handbook.
Conduct Council
To investigate suspected violations of the UOFA Code of Conduct, such as, but not limited to theft, harassment, verbal abuse, inappropriate public displays of affection, violent behavior, and not complying with the directives of university officials.
Grade Appeal Council
To investigate grade appeals.
Honor Council
To investigate suspected violations of the UOFA Honor Code, such as, but not limited to cheating, plagiarism, and turning in papers purchased through online semester paper services.
POLICY NAME: UOFA TECHNOLOGY USE POLICY
POLICY CATEGORY: GENERAL POLICIES
POLICY STATEMENT:
Information technology resources include all university-owned computers, peripherals, and related equipment and software; voice and data communications infrastructure, all other associated tools, instruments, and facilities; and the services that make use of any of these technology resources. Users are encouraged to use the university computing systems in an effective, efficient, ethical, and lawful manner.
UOFA invests in technology resources in order to accomplish more effectively university-specific tasks, goals, and learning objectives. As expected in a contemporary environment, the presence of technology on campus is pervasive. University operating processes and procedures are nearly always computer-supported, and course syllabi more frequently than not reflect the imparting of technological learning outcomes and the use of technology in pedagogy.
Computer users at UOFA are required to use proper social and professional etiquette when using the UOFA systems. Use of the network implies consent for monitoring of traffic that is necessary for smooth administration of the resource. University computing resources shall not be used for purposes that could reasonably be expected to cause directly, or indirectly, excessive strain on computing systems or unwarranted and unsolicited interference with use of email or email systems.
UOFA does not condone the use of inappropriate language and visuals when storing, replicating or transmitting messages by/to instructors, staff or students. The UOFA computing facilities and network infrastructure is a distributed and shared environment. Improper behavior that could disrupt the computing resources may be ground for termination of access or other penalties deemed appropriate. Anyone accessing or utilizing university computer systems, related data files, and information shares the responsibility for the security, integrity, and confidentiality of information.
POLICY NAME: CIVIL RIGHTS COMPLIANCE
POLICY CATEGORY: GENERAL POLICIES
POLICY STATEMENT:
UOFA does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, age, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, or handicap among qualified persons in the recruitment and admission of students, the operation of any of its educational programs and activities, and the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff. The university provides a means to ensure a prompt resolution of all matters regarding violations of the above policies and a means to ensure due process to all employees and students who believe that the university’s policy of non-discrimination is being violated or that they have been victims of sexual harassment.
POLICY NAME: CONFLICT OF INTEREST CLAUSE
POLICY CATEGORY: GENERAL POLICIES
POLICY STATEMENT:
No Council member shall sit in review of any decision he or she previously rendered which comes before the Council for review. This imperative applies to situations where the Council’s decision is actually being challenged and applies in situations where there may be an appearance of impropriety for a Council member to review a decision based on either direct or indirect contact with the matter in question.
POLICY NAME: DISCLOSURE
POLICY CATEGORY: GENERAL POLICIES
POLICY STATEMENT:
Students are encouraged to share personal experiences while participating in classes at UOFA. However, students must be aware that should they disclose to any UOFA faculty member or staff information that may cause harm to themselves or others. Faculty members and staff are required to report such information to the Deans, Associate Deans or Chairs, Provost and Chief Academic Officer, or President.
POLICY NAME: DRUG-FREE ENVIRONMENT
POLICY CATEGORY: GENERAL POLICIES
POLICY STATEMENT:
As a matter of rigorous policy, UOFA prohibits the manufacture and unlawful possession, use, sale or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees on its property and at any university activity. Further information on the university’s policies can be found in the Student Handbook and on the UOFA website. Any violation of these policies will result in appropriate disciplinary actions up to and including dismissal in the case of students and termination in the case of employees, even for a first offense. Violations of the law will also be referred to the appropriate law enforcement authorities. Students or employees may also be referred to abuse help centers. Information on the school’s drug-free awareness program and drug and alcohol abuse prevention program may be obtained from the Office of Student Affairs.
POLICY NAME: GENERAL STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY ON STUDENT CONDUCT
POLICY CATEGORY: GENERAL POLICIES
POLICY STATEMENT:
UOFA believes strongly in promoting the development of personal and social responsibility and also believes in a humanistic approach to discipline conducive to academic pursuits; however, UOFA recognizes that its responsibility for the protection of personal and institutional rights and property is a primary focus of the disciplinary process. The administration reserves the right to develop any policy or take any action(s) deemed appropriate to maintain the safety and wellbeing of any or all students. Policies and procedures on offenses related to persons, property, campus operations and welfare, health or safety can be found in the UOFA Student Handbook
POLICY NAME: GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS
POLICY CATEGORY: GENERAL POLICIES
POLICY STATEMENT:
The University of Atlanta Dubai complies with all laws and regulations of the territorial jurisdiction in which its campus is located. Furthermore, as an American-accredited institution, UOFA complies with the spirit of relevant United States legislation in so far as is possible/advisable given the cultural, historical, architectural, and legal contexts within which the university operates in the United Arab Emirates.
POLICY NAME: UNLAWFUL HARASSMENT
POLICY CATEGORY: GENERAL POLICIES
POLICY STATEMENT:
UOFA is committed to the policy that all members of the university community, including its faculty, students, and staff, have the right to be free from unlawful discrimination in the form of sexual harassment by any other member of the university community. Should a student or staff member feel that he or she has been unlawfully harassed, they should immediately inform the Dean of Student Affairs (students) or supervisor (faculty/staff)*. Unlawful harassment refers to behavior that is not welcome, which is personally offensive or undesirable to the recipient. All students and employees must be allowed to work and study in an environment free from unsolicited and unwelcome sexual overtures and advances. Unlawful harassment undermines the employee/student/university relationship, and it will not be tolerated.
* of accused
POLICY NAME: USE OF UOFA SOCIAL MEDIA CHANNELS
POLICY CATEGORY: GENERAL POLICIES
POLICY STATEMENT:
With social media, the UOFA Community grows beyond the walls of the university to include the whole world. UOFA’s Facebook®, Twitter®, LinkedIn®, Instagram®, and YouTube® profiles have been created to share news and events about the university and its community. It is important that we remain respectful of the environment in which we are in, mindful of other people and constructive in our day-to-day postings. The following guidelines will keep UOFA’s social media profiles up to standard:
Posting comments: while feedback and criticism are always welcome, they need to be constructive. No political, religious, racist, commercial, sexual, alcohol and tobacco-related or potentially offensive content may be posted on UOFA’s social media profiles. Material deemed offensive by the Administrators will immediately be deleted and the student will be blocked.
Advertising and Promotions (Anti-Spam): some promotions and advertising pertaining to the UOFA Community may be welcome but requires the Administrators’ approval. Abuse on UOFA’s social media profiles will be considered as spam and dealt with accordingly. Advertising and promotions deemed as spam by the Administrators will immediately be deleted and the person and/or company will be blocked.
