1. OFFICE OF STUDENT CONDUCT ANNUAL REPORT
2014-2015
The Mission of the Office of Student Conduct is to support student-centered learning and concepts of fairness and due process, while striking a
balance between community standards and individual behavior.
Nathaniel D. Schultz M.S. & Benjamin Endres M.A.
Director of Student Conduct & Student Conduct Specialist
6/15/15
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UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA DULUTH
OFFICE OF STUDENT CONDUCT
ANNUAL REPORT
June 1, 2014- May 31, 2015
Produced by the
Office of Student Conduct
245 Kirby Plaza
1208 Kirby Drive
Duluth, MN 55812
conduct@d.umn.edu
www.d.umn.edu/conduct/
The University of Minnesota shall provide equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color,
creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or
gender expression.
This publication is available in alternative formats upon request. Please contact Nathaniel Schultz with the Office of Student Conduct by calling
(218) 726-8969, emailing conduct@d.umn.edu, or by visiting 245 Kirby Plaza 1208 Kirby Drive, Duluth, MN 55812.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Executive Summary Page 4
Salient Points Page 5
Stories Page 6
Mission, Vision, and Values Page 8
Goals Page 9
Employee Engagement Action Plan Page 10
Committee Participation
Background/Clearance Checks Page 11
Event Information Page 12
Academic Integrity Page 13
Summary of Cases Page 14
Summary of Charges Page 15
Demographics Page 17
Sanctions Implemented, Location, and Alcohol Breakdown Page 19
Extended Data Breakdown Page 21
Breakdown by College Page 23
Location Breakdown Page 24
Alcohol Incident Trends Page 25
Comparison Trends Report Page 29
Chemical Health Advisory Committee Data Page 30
Sex and Gender Violence Data Page 32
Budget Breakdown Page 33
Assessment Plan Page 34
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Background
At the University of Minnesota Duluth, the Office of Student Conduct (OSC) contributes to the University goals and continues to strive for improvement and innovation. Over the
past few years, updated legislation and compliance has been altering the function of many student conduct offices. At UMD we remain committed to an educational process with
all the necessary elements for compliance. The OSC shares the Annual Report publicly and with its internal and external constituents. This Annual Report will share the 2014-2015
statistics (charges, findings, sanctions, breakdown by college and residence hall) with some analysis, stories from various constituents, University-wide involvement, committee
participation, assessment results, budget, and strategic plan.
Outcomes
The Annual Report is a yearly process; there are continuous changes made for the betterment of our office, service to students and employees, processes, and policies. This year
some of the changes include: website improvement (a tab on Sex and Gender Violence, improved flow charts of processes, additional definitions, a Records webpage, Academic
Integrity Violation Sanctioning Suggestions, and gender inclusive options on the reporting form), production of Sex and Gender Violence: a Guide for Students, partnering with
Academic Affairs to increase reporting of Academic Dishonesty, diversity training in team meetings, updated the Chemical Health Assessment agreement, alignment of Housing
and Residence Life conduct processes, Maxient correspondence includes a disability statement, and staff adjustments. 2014-2015 was a challenging year as reported sex and
gender violence incidents increased due to significant guidance from the U.S. Department of Education, the Violence Against Women Act (specifically amendments to the Clery
Act), Minnesota Omnibus Bill, and media coverage regarding sexual misconduct.
As stated above, staffing changes include the appointment of new staff member, Benjamin Endres, and new student assistant, Hannah Schleder. Ben and Hannah have been
absolute tremendous additions to the OSC team. Additionally, the OSC continues to have 20% FTE support from the Student Life Office Manager, Carrie Gange. The OSC had
two student employees, Chelsea Tunell and Shelby Curry, graduate this year. With the two vacancies, the OSC has hired new employees, McCall Halliday and Abby Fischer, for
the 2015-2016 academic year.
Conclusions
The Office of Student Conduct is one of the main entities that works with students’ to resolve disciplinary matters and behavioral concerns. Our aim is to help students develop as
engaged, responsible, global citizens. We strive to have a transparent process where our office can support the University and our community. We have and continue to update our
process to better serve our community.
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SALIENT POINTS & TRENDS
1302 Total Charges
ϕ 1166 charges were found responsible
ϕ 18 were found not responsible
Sex and Gender Violence increased to 24 cases in FY15
ϕ The increase of Sex and Gender Violence cases may be contributed to the exposure of sexual assaults in the media, significant guidance from the U.S.
Department of Education regarding Title IX, and Violence Against Women Act amendments to Clery.
268 cases of Illegal or Unauthorized Use or Possession of Alcohol
ϕ Up from 228 in Fall 2013
18 Social hosts in Spring 2015
ϕ Up from 9 in Spring 2014
Drug numbers were much lower than in FY14
ϕ However, we had over 12 cases of drug sales/manufacturing
Consistent with last year, students in LSBE programs represent the highest number of incidents
Increase in Academic Dishonesty Cases
ϕ 56 in FY15 from 20 in FY14
As a measure to increase reports and enforcement of Academic Integrity, the OSC and Dr. Erwin presented to the Council of Deans. Additionally, the
OSC presented to the CLA Academic Standards Committee. The CLA Academic Standards Committee recommended presenting at Dept. Meetings.
Additionally, disruptive classroom conduct increased (3x) from FY14 to FY15.
OSC participated in 17 committees and subcommittees
1,469 Background Checks
ϕ 423% increase from 13-14 Academic Year
In an effort to improve UMD risk management, additional checks are being conducted for organizations (Sports Clubs, Greek Life, Athletics), some of
the Colleges for scholarship awards, and for the International Education Office for study abroad experiences.
Considerations
ϕ The Police Department was short staffed the majority of the academic year.
ϕ Housing and Residence Life (H&RL) and the Office of Student Conduct (OSC) have changed procedures for students
ϕ Sexual violence increased (3x).
Was the increase to due to improved reporting and education? Increased media? Increased training for staff and Students?
ϕ Enrollment
Approximately 400 fewer students in FY15 than in FY14 according to Office of Institutional Research
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STORIES
Students
Katelyn Ruprecht, Integrated Elementary and Special Education Major – “I had a very pleasant experience with the Office of Student Conduct. The
workers in the lobby area were very kind and helpful; I felt that they conducted themselves professionally at all times. Throughout my experience with the Office
of Student Conduct I was respected by everyone I came in contact with. I was spoken to candidly and honestly, and my thoughts and opinions were always
considered. I am glad that UMD holds students to a high standard, and I am grateful for the level of respect and honesty that I received from the staff at the Office
of Student Conduct.”
Brian Robertson, Communications Major & Student Hearing Panelist – “There is so much that I have learned from being a student panelist in the Office
of Student Conduct. I am very pleased and happy that I took the opportunity to become a panelist in the office. They do a great job of training everyone that
decides they want to join the panel, and it really doesn't take up most of your time. The training really helped because I was able to learn about certain protocols
when serious issues came up and the Office of Student Conduct does a great job in getting people ready for the panel. At times some cases were hard depending
on what type of case it was. Being on the panel has provided me the ability to hold students accountable for their actions, if accused of certain rules broken within
the student conduct code.”
Internal Constituents
Dr. Gerald Pepper, Associate Vice Chancellor for Undergraduate Education – “Nathaniel Schultz and the Office of Student Conduct worked closely with
Academic Affairs this year to revise two key policies: Student Academic Integrity and Student Academic Complaint Resolution, as well as the Report of Academic
Dishonesty form used by faculty to report student academic misconduct. Nathaniel and Lisa Erwin brought the need for revision to my attention and through an
iterative process of drafting/redrafting we were able to suggest appropriate changes to the policy language. Revisions were then taken to campus governance where
they were approved in April, 2015.”
Dr. Jennifer Mencl, Associate Professor of Organizational Behavior, Department Chair – “OSC is supportive in maintaining a positive learning
environment when faculty have classroom/student concerns. The office works collaboratively with faculty to determine the best ideas and solutions in handling
certain situations. The information and advice provided by the OSC is excellent and practical. Nathaniel has been particularly great to work with when faculty
encounter unusual situations.”
Ana Hammerschmidt, Associate Director of Housing & Residence Life – “I have appreciated Nathaniel’s willingness to work together Housing &
Residence Life (HRL) on student behavior issues this past year. Past practice was not one of strong collaboration and Nathaniel has worked hard to build a
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collaborative relationship with HRL. He and I met weekly to talk through the case management of incidents that occur regarding students living on
campus. Additionally, we have worked to stream line things in Maxient and with Clery reporting. Programmatically Nathaniel included HRL in his “Enough is
Enough” educational efforts spring semester. I have appreciated Nathaniel’s openness to feedback and collaboration. I believe our joint efforts will continue to
evolve and serve students well.”
External Constituents
Jude Foster, Program Director for the Program to Aid Victims of Sexual Assault – “The UMD Office of Student Conduct has made great strides in
creating an investigative and disciplinary process that is victim centered and offender focused. The Office has worked collaboratively with victim service agencies
and the criminal justice system and brings campus sexual assault issues to the table in the community dialogue around sexual violence.”
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University of Minnesota Duluth
Division of Student Life
Office of Student Conduct
I. Mission
The Mission of the Office of Student Conduct is to support student-centered learning and concepts of fairness and due process, while striking a balance between community
standards and individual behavior.
II. Vision
We will create a respectful, inclusive, and vibrant living and learning environment where relationships with students, campus and community are valued.
We will provide a first-rate combination of programs, services, products, and facilities designed to enhance the student experience and contribute to student
success.
We will build a community of empowered lifelong learners and engaged citizens and develop the next generation of responsible, ethical leaders.
III. Values
Student Centered – We place students at the heart of all we do.
Excellence/High Quality Service – We provide high quality service and programs developed with creativity, innovation and a commitment to continuous
improvement.
Inclusiveness – We respect and celebrate the diversity of individuals, perspectives, and ideas while promoting social justice.
Learning – We engage students in opportunities that promote and support their growth, development and well-being.
Collaboration – We foster partnerships and build community.
Sustainability – We contribute toward a sustainable future and model sustainable practices.
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IV. Goals
Office of Student Conduct Goals Mapped to the UMD and Student Life Strategic Plans
Office of Student Conduct Goals
Mapping to University
Goals
Mapping to
Student Life Goals
A. Educate the campus community about student rights and responsibilities. 1 1.1
B. Develop educational proactive programs that inform and encourage harm reduction
behaviors in the community.
1, 3, 5
1.1, 3.1, 4.2
C. Provide students with the reflective experiences to live in a diverse community
respecting, appreciating, and embracing cultural and personal differences.
1, 2
2.1, 2.2, 4.3
D. Encourage and reinforce an environment mindful of personal safety, mental well-being,
emotional intelligence, and academic success for UMD students.
1, 6
1.1, 3.1, 4.3
E. Provide a developmental and fundamentally fair dialogue with students about healthy
choices and decision-making skills utilizing their experience.
1, 2, 5
1.1, 4.1, 4.2, 6.1
F. To foster partnerships in the Duluth Community to assist with educating students
especially with the Duluth Police Department, Prosecuting Attorneys, City of Duluth, the
Center for Alcohol and Drug Treatment, and the Program to Aid Victims of Sexual Assault.
1, 5, 6 2.1, 5.1, 5.3
G. Develop a sustaining graduate assistantship for student(s) through a variety of academic
programs to provide experiential learning opportunities in a fiscally responsible manner.
1, 3, 5, 6 1.1, 2.1, 3.2, 4.1,
5.2, 6.3
H. Maintain comprehensive statistical and narrative data regarding all aspects of the student
conduct process and provide to the Vice Chancellor of Student Life.
1, 2, 5, 6 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 6.2
I. To define the processes and programs, articulate the learning expectations for activities
followed by measuring the actual learning and effectiveness.
6 4.2, 6.1, 6.2, 6.3
J. Assist University constituents with policy development/update, adherence to law, and risk
reduction.
2, 5, 6 2.1, 5.1, 5.2, 6.1, 6.3
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University of Minnesota Duluth
Division of Student Life
Office of Student Conduct
Employee Engagement Action Plan 2015
Engagement Theme Action Item Description Assigned to
Commitment to Excellence Develop a training plan (Professional Development Plan) for staff
(including student staff) in OSC.
Nathaniel Schultz
Support and Resources Develop training binder (better on boarding and consistent service to
constituent groups).
Ben Endres
Respect and Recognition Discuss recognition and affirmation with employees. Nathaniel Schultz
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COMMITTEE PARTICIPATION
Alcohol at Molasky Impact Committee
Chemical Health Advisory Committee
ϕ Medical Marijuana Subcommittee
Executive Advisory Group
Sexual Assault Multidisciplinary Action Response Team
Student Behavior Management Committee
Student Life Assessment Committee
ϕ Program Assessment Liaison
Student Life Special Events Committee
Student Life Change Team
Diversity Commission
ϕ Diversity Summit
Sexual Violence Response Team
Student Life Directors Meeting
ASCA Awards Committee
Sexual Assault Taskforce
ϕ Grants Subcommittee
BACKGROUND/CLEARANCE CHECKS
Fall 2014 – 122 Background Checks
Spring 2015 – 1,339 Background Checks
Summer 2015 – 8 Background Checks
14-15 Academic Year Total – 1,469 Background Checks
13-14 Academic Year Total – 347 Background Checks
12-13 Academic Year Total – 636 Background Checks
*Note: In an effort to improve UMD risk management, additional checks are being conducted for organizations (Sports Clubs, Greek Life,
Athletics), some of the Colleges for scholarship awards, and for the International Education Office for study abroad experiences.
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EVENT INFORMATION
“Enough is Enough” is a national week long campaign promoted by NASPA aimed at stemming societal violence. Societal violence includes bullying
and cyber bullying, sexual assault, relationship violence, hate crimes, and more. The University of Minnesota-Duluth campus is an active yearly
participant in “Enough is Enough”. The campaign is sponsored and planned by the Office of Student Conduct.
Each year the OSC puts on programming aimed at educating students, staff, and faculty about issues of violence in our community. Utilizing both
outside and campus partners, we offered programming on multiple topics to reach a broad audience and educate students about multiple topics. The
topics included:
Relationship Violence presented by Safe Haven
The BEST Party Model presented by Men as Peacemakers
Self Defense Training presented by UMD Police
Screening of the film, “The Hunting Grounds” about sexual assaults on college campuses
Sexual Assault Advocacy in Duluth presented by the Women’s Resource and Action Center
Bystander Intervention Training presented by Peer Health Educators
Along with programming, students sign a pledge saying that they will do their part to stem societal violence on and off campus. This year we recorded
approximately 400 students who signed the pledge. Students who sign the pledge receive an “Enough is Enough” wristband to show their support of the
campaign.
UMD and the OSC have been taking part in the “Enough is Enough” campaign since 2013. The OSC hopes that this event will grow every year, adding
more community and campus partners, to make this event part of the campus culture.
This year’s partners included:
Women’s Resource and Action Center (WRAC)
Housing and Residence Life
Safe Haven
Men as Peacemakers
Rotoract Club
UMDPD
Office of Cultural Diversity
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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY
TO: UMD Faculty Members
FROM: Office of Student Conduct
DATE: TBD
RE: Student Academic Integrity Policy
The UMD Campus Assembly approved the UMD Student Academic Integrity Policy on November 22, 2011. The policy defines academic integrity and
communicates to students, faculty, and staff the procedures for handling violations of the policy. The UMD Student Academic Integrity Policy may be found
at this website.
http://www.d.umn.edu/vcaa/StudentAcademicIntegrity.html
The Office of Student Conduct serves as the central reporting office on campus, promoting a holistic approach to administering the policy. Reporting
allegations to the Office of Student Conduct is mandatory through the process outlined on the following website.
http://d.umn.edu/conduct/assets/pdf/Report_of_Academic_Dishonesty.pdf
The Office of Student Conduct webpage was updated over the 2014 summer. There are helpful links for working with academic integrity issues, including
tips on meeting with students, the reporting process, how to differentiate between minor/moderate/major offenses, faculty and staff information, syllabus
statement examples, and the report for academic dishonesty.
http://d.umn.edu/conduct/
For your information, these are the data summarizing the number of reports received in the past five years.
2014-15 56
2013-14 20
2012-13 46
2011-12 70
2010-11 40
If you have questions regarding the policy or process, please contact the Nancy Burley at 218-726-7103 or nburley@d.umn.edu to speak with Associate Vice
Chancellor for Undergraduate Education, Dr. Pepper, or contact the Office of Student Conduct at 218-726-7255 or via e-mail at conduct@d.umn.edu
*Note: As a measure to increase reports and enforcement of Academic Integrity, the OSC and Dr. Erwin presented to the Council of Deans.
Additionally, the OSC presented to the CLA Academic Standards Committee. The CLA Academic Standards Committee recommended presenting at Dept. Meetings.
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UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA DULUTH
Division of Student Life
Office of Student Conduct
Comprehensive Report for 2014-2015 Year (June. 1, 2014-May 31, 2015)
SUMMARY OF CASES
’14 – ‘15
Cases created (excluding witness case files) 738
Cases heard by Hearing Officers 637
Formal Hearings 9
Appeals 4
Cases as yet unheard 23
Cases with incomplete sanctions 25
Cases closed (not enrolled) (suspensions) 645 (39) (6)
Cases for first time violators 490
Cases with repeat violators (excludes FYI, not enrolled, & HR-T9 cases) 149 (99)
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SUMMARY OF CHARGES
UM Board Of Regents Section V. Disciplinary Offenses: # R NR N/A Pending
Subd. 1. Scholastic Dishonesty 56 53 1 2 --
Subd. 2. Disruptive Classroom Conduct 6 3 -- 2 1
Subd. 3. Falsification 10 9 -- -- 1
Subd. 4. Refusal to Identify and Comply 10 10 -- -- --
Subd. 5. Attempts to Injure or Defraud -- -- -- -- --
Subd. 6. Harm to Person 24 12 -- 4 8
Subd. 7. Bullying 7 -- -- 4 3
Subd. 8. Sexual Assault 3 1 1 -- 1
Subd. 9. Disorderly Conduct 39 29 1 4 5
Subd. 10. Illegal or Unauthorized Possession or use of Weapons -- -- -- -- --
Subd. 11a. Illegal or Unauthorized Possession or Use of Drugs 63 50 3 7 3
Subd. 11b. Illegal or Unauthorized Possession or use of Alcohol 443 415 4 3 21
Subd. 12. Providing Alcohol to Minors 4 2 -- 2 --
Subd. 13. Unauthorized Use of University Facilities or Services -- -- -- -- --
Subd. 14. Theft, Property Damage, or Vandalism 13 10 -- 1 2
Subd. 15. Unauthorized Access 6 5 -- 1 --
Subd. 16. Disruptive Behavior 1 -- -- -- 1
Subd. 17. Hazing -- -- -- -- --
Subd. 18. Rioting -- -- -- -- --
Subd. 19. Violation of University Rules 39 35 1 1 2
Subd. 20. Violation of Local, State, or Federal Laws or Ordinances 538 502 1 4 31
Subd. 21. Persistent Violations 15 13 -- 1 1
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42%
34%
5%
4%
3%
3%
2%
2%
1%
1%
1% 1%0%0% 0% 0% 0% Subd. 20. Violation of Local, State, or Federal Laws or
Ordinances
Subd. 11b. Illegal or Unauthorized Possession or use of
Alcohol
Subd. 11a. Illegal or Unauthorized Possession or Use of
Drugs
Subd. 1. Scholastic Dishonesty
Subd. 9. Disorderly Conduct
Subd. 19. Violation of University Rules
Smoke Free Campus
Subd. 6. Harm to Person
Subd. 21. Persistent Violations
Subd. 14. Theft, Property Damage, or Vandalism
Subd. 3. Falsification
Subd. 4. Refusal to Identify and Comply
Subd. 2. Disruptive Classroom Conduct
Subd. 15. Unauthorized Access
Subd. 12. Providing Alcohol to Minors
Subd. 8. Sexual Assault
Subd. 16. Disruptive BehaviorFigure 1-1
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DEMOGRAPHICS (ALLEGED INDIVIDUALS)
Age 14
1
15 1
18 158
19 242
20 130
21 42
22 30
23 and Up 30
Gender Male 452
Female 199
Not Identified 2
Ethnicity American Indian 11
Asian 8
Black 35
Other 1
Hispanic 19
Not Specified
(NS) 11
White 527
Class Freshman 292
Sophomore 176
Junior 77
Senior 66
Graduate 4
Non-Degree 1
Not Enrolled 22
*Affiliation Greek 21
Athlete 69
Club Sports 51
Honors 24
ROTC 0
*Note: Affiliations are only tracked for
a few organization types. Club Sports
data was added to the data via
background checks.
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0
50
100
150
200
250
14 15 18 19 20 21 22 23 and Up
AGE
14
15
18
19
20
21
22
23 and
Up
ETHNICITY
American Indian
Asian
Black
Other
Hispanic
NS
White
0
50
100
150
200
250
300
Freshman Sophomore Junior Senior Graduate Non-DegreeNot Enrolled
CLASSIFICATION
69%
31%
0%
GENDER
Male
Female
Not Identified
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SANCTIONS IMPLEMENTED, LOCATION, AND ALCOHOL INCIDENT BREAKDOWN
Status Sanctions:
Warning 279
Probation 304
Suspension 6
Expulsion 0
Educational Sanctions:
Alcohol Education Class 21
Smoking Module 18
E-Chug 240
Chemical Health Screen 14
Rule 25 50
BASICS 78
E-Toke 23
Counseling 6
Reflection Paper 85
Restitution 14
Location
On Campus 332 (45%)
Off Campus 404 (55%)
Alcohol Incident Breakdown
UAC 402
1st
Alcohol 278
2nd
Alcohol 95
3rd
Alcohol 48
4th
Alcohol 19
Detox 21
Social Host 57
DWI/DUI 23
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0 50 100 150 200 250
Alcohol Education Class
Smoking Module
E-Chug
Chemical Health Screen
Rule 25
BASICS
E-Toke
Counseling
Reflection Paper
Restitution EDUCATIONAL SANCTIONS
Warning
Probation
Suspension
Expulsion
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350
STATUS SANCTIONS
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Extended Data Breakdown
Summary of Cases
Case Referral Source
#
(Excluding
witnesses)
Admin Units 10
CADT 1
Campus Police 188
Colleges (Faculty/SA) 73
Duluth Police 368
Housing and Residence Life 79
Student 21
Total Referrals Processed 740
Cases by Tags
1st Alcohol
278
2nd Alcohol
95
3rd Alcohol
48
4th Alcohol
19
Amsoil
11
Appeal
4
Detox
21
Driving Violation (DUI, DWI)
23
Hearing
9
Hospital
11
Social Host
57
UAC &/or Possession of Alcohol
402
Location
Case Types #
Student Conduct Code 629
FYI 5
Campus Climate 5
HR-T9 7
Total OSC Cases 646
Hearing Types #
Admin Meeting 574
Hearing Panel 9
Appeals Panel 4
Academic Warning 56
Conference Call/Skype 3
Total Cases 646
Cases Heard By #
Nathaniel D Schultz 288
Ben Endres 334
Shelby Curry 15
Hearing Panel 9
Total Cases 646
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10 1
188
73
368
79
21
Referral Sources
Nathaniel D
Schultz
45%Ben Endres
52%
Shelby Curry
2%
Hearing
Panel
1%
CASES HEARD BY
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BREAKDOWN BY COLLEGE
ALCOHOL ANALYSIS BY COLLEGE
Percentage Seen -By College: LSBE SCSE CEHSP CLA SFA
Undergrad
Total
CE/Non-
Degree Graduate Professional
Other
Total
Grand
Total
# Students Required to Meet w/ OSC by
Unit
191 182 93 108 26
600
8 2 1
11 611
Collegiate Enrollment 1996 3049 1895 1646 534 9120 865 715 355 1935 11055
% Students Required to Meet w/ OSC 9.5% 5.9% 4.9% 6.5% 4.8% 6.5% .9% .27% .31% .56% 5.5%
# Meetings Involving Alcohol 148 116 62 63 12 401 8 0 0 8 409
% Alcohol Cases out of # Students
Required to Meet
77% 63% 66% 58% 46% 66% 100% 0% 0% 72% 66%
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LOCATION BREAKDOWN
ON-CAMPUS RESIDENCE HALLS
FALL 2014
LOCATIONS BREAKDOWN
ON-CAMPUS RESIDENCE HALLS
SPRING 2015
*Note: Numbers do not include summer renters or Housing and Residence Life Conduct.
Cases by Incident
Location: Goldfine Heaney Junction Oakland A Oakland B Ianni Burntside Griggs LSH Vermillion
Off
Campus
On-
Campus
Total Individuals Seen 1 5 9 18 15 8 0 51 15 0 282 49
Freshmen in Residence 25 14 102 74 178 229 105 1004 375 41
Sophomores in
Residence 155 130 1 64 85
28
3 29 13 7
Juniors in Residence 68 55 2 23 14 5 1 13 3 5
Seniors/Graduate
Students in Residence 49 20 8/16 34 19
8
7 3 1 11
Total Students in
Residence
297 219 129 195 296 270 116 1049 392 64
% of Residence Seen .33% 2.28% 6.97% 9.23% 5.06% 2.96% 0% 4.86% 3.82% 0%
% of Total Seen .15% .78% 1.41% 2.82% 2.35% 1.25% 0% 8% 2.35% 0% 44.27% 7.69%
Cases by Incident Location: Goldfine Heaney Junction Oakland A Oakland B Ianni Burntside Griggs LSH Vermillion
Off
Campus
On-
Campus
Total Individuals Seen 0 0 3 0 8 10 0 43 8 1 108 67
Freshmen in Residence 36 17 89 68 158 223 103 939 341 42
Sophomores in Residence 145 127 0 58 80 30 3 29 13 8
Juniors in Residence 65 50 3 24 13 4 1 10 2 6
Seniors/Graduate
Students in Residence 40 17 2/15 25 17
8
6 0 2 8
Total Students in Residence 286 211 109 175 268 265 113 978 358 64
% of Residence Seen 0% 0% 7.69% 0% 2.98% 3.77% 0% 4.39% 2.23% 1.56%
% of Total Seen 0% 0% .47% 0% 1.25% 1.56% 0% 6.75% 1.25% .15% 16.95% 10.51%
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COMPARISONS TREND REPORT
Fall 2014 Trends
The figure on page 23 illustrates the alcohol related cases from Fall 2014. The figure on page 24 lays those statistics over last year’s statistics during
the same period of time.
The trends for both years are generally the same. We see a large spike at the beginning of the year when students return to school and
enforcement is high, and then smaller bumps for events mid-semester for homecoming and Halloween weekends.
268 cases of 11b. Illegal or Unauthorized Use or Possession of Alcohol, up from 228 in Fall 2013.
44 Social Hosts, down from 51 in Fall of 2013
Peaks in 11b. Illegal or Unauthorized Use or Possession of Alcohol, tend to coincide with peaks in Social Host violations. The increase in violations
of Subd. 11b. could be due to police issuing more Underage Consumption Tickets to party goers, rather than just citing the home owners, thus
explaining the increase in violations of 11b. despite a decrease in Social Hosts.
The data shows that Social Host violations during welcome week were reduced by 50% from 2013-2014. This suggests that students may be less
likely to have large gatherings and parties during Bulldog Welcome Week.
Spring 2015 Trends
The figure on page 25 illustrates the alcohol related cases from Spring 2015. The figure on page 26 lays those statistics over last year’s statistics
during the same period of time.
Comparisons of the two-year trends show a similar trajectory. However, we see an abnormally large spike towards the end of Spring semester
2015. This spike was likely the result of one large party getting busted.
121 cases of 11b. Illegal or Unauthorized Use or Possession of Alcohol, down from 128 in Spring 2014
18 Social hosts, up from 9 in Spring 2014
Once again, we see large peaks in violations of 11b. coinciding with Social host violations. We do tend to see a spike in both years between the 5th
and 8th
week of the semester. This may correlate with the end of students’ first round of midterms.
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CHEMICAL HEALTH ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Underage Consumption and
/or Possession of Alcohol
Driving Violations (DUI, DWI, Under 21
Drinking and Driving)
Social
Host
Detox Hospital
Repeat Alcohol Violations
Drug Citation
Month citation issued. Month the citation issued. Month
citation
issued
Month citation issued. Month citation issued. Date case created.
On Campus
by
UMDPD*
Off Campus
by UMDPD
Off Campus
by DPD
On Campus Off Campus
by UMDPD
Off
Campus by
DPD
Off
Campus
On Campus Off Campus
by UMDPD
Off
Campus
by DPD
On Campus Off Campus by
UMDPD
Off Campus
by DPD
UMD
Police
Duluth
Police
Combination of
UMPD and DPD
Off
Camp-us
On Camp-
us
September 17 0 71 0 0 0 20 0 0 0 3 0 0 1 41 42 2 3
October 16 8 14 0 0 3 0 3 2 1 1 0 0 6 9 15 1 3
November 16 5 23 0 1 1 4 0 1 3 0 0 0 3 9 12 2 6
December 11 1 6 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 0 1 1 2 2 4 1 2
January 3 0 3 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 2 3 5 0 1
February 8 3 11 1 0 2 9 2 0 0 1 0 0 8 10 18 1 5
March 6 0 13 0 1 5 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 11 2 3
April 21 0 37 0 0 1 3 1 0 0 1 0 0 6 9 15 0 7
May 8 0 1 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 0 3 0 0
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UAC/Possession DUI, DWI Social Host Detox/Hospital Repeat Violations Drug Citation
UMDPD DPD Total
13-
14
% Chg UMDPD DPD Total
13-
14
% Chg Total 13-14 % Chg Total 13-14 % Chg Total 13-14 % Chg Total
13-
14
%Chg
September 17 71 88 99 -11% 0 0 0 3 -100% 20 20 0% 3 10 -70% 42 23 83% 5 1 400%
October 24 14 38 28 35% 3 0 3 0 300% 0 5 -100% 7 7 0% 15 8 87% 4 11 -64%
November 21 23 44 22 100% 1 1 2 1 50% 4 4 0% 4 3 33% 12 6 100% 8 7 14%
December 12 6 18 29 -38% 0 1 1 4 -75% 1 6 -84% 3 3 0% 4 7 -43% 3 3 0%
January 3 3 6 22 -73% 0 1 1 4 -75% 0 0 0% 2 1 100% 5 6 -17% 1 10 -90%
February 11 11 22 34 -36% 1 2 3 3 0% 9 2 350% 3 4 -25% 18 2 800% 6 10 -40%
March 6 13 19 26 -27% 1 5 6 4 50% 2 1 100% 1 4 -75% 11 5 120% 5 2 150%
April 21 37 58 26 123% 0 1 1 0 100% 3 3 0% 2 3 -34% 15 10 50% 7 5 40%
May 8 1 9 17 -48% 0 1 1 0 100% 0 3 -100% 1 5 -80% 3 4 -25% 0 4 -100%
*Note: Due to changes in coding H&RL and OSC cases repeat offender information is not consistent with past statistics.
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2014-2015 SEX AND GENDER VIOLENCE
Case Type # of cases Complainant
Gender
M F Unk
Respondent
Gender
M F Unk
Location (On or
off campus)**
On Off
Average Length of
Investigation
Median Length of
investigation
Sexual Assault 11 1 10 0 4 1 6 3 8 32 Days 18 Days
Sexual Harassment 6 0 6 0 5 0 1 4 3 24 Days 24 Days
Stalking 4 0 4 0 4 0 0 4 3 19 Days 17 Days
Dating Violence 3 0 3 0 3 0 0 3 1 16 Days 9 Days
*Note: The increase of Sex and Gender Violence cases may be contributed to the exposure of sexual assaults in the media, significant guidance from
the U.S. Department of Education regarding Title IX, and Violence Against Women Act amendments to Clery.
** Note: These numbers may add up to be larger than the total number of cases due to some cases occurring both on and off campus.
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UMD OFFICE OF STUDENT CONDUCT BUDGET
Student Life FY15 Annual Report
Revenue/Expense Statement Actuals -1000 10436 20415
UM Report Budget Account Versus Actual – Current Non-Sponsored Funds
Data as of Monday 06/15/2015
Fiscal Year 2014-2015
Prior Year Carry Forward
Fiscal Year End Carry Forward 632
Total Carry Forward 632
Revenue
State O&M Appr Redistribution 12,000
Total Carry Forward + Revenue 12,632
Expenses
General Oper Supplies and Services 3,404
Telecommunications 145
Travel 3,183
Consulting and Professional Services 51
Non-Capital Equipment 1,459
Repairs and Maintenance 88
Total Expenses 8,329
Transfers
Transfers In 250
Transfers Out 0
Total Transfers 250
Ending Balance 4,553
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ASSESSMENT PLAN
RECOMMENDATION: Initially, one direct measure of each outcome, and an indirect measure for half your outcomes is enough.
Measure ID Description of the measure. Be as detailed as possible; cells will expand.
DIR-1 eChug Responses: students are required to answer 7 questions after completing eChug and submit these answers to OSC
DIR-2 eToke Responses: students are required to answer 5 questions after completing eToke and submit these answers to OSC
DIR-3 Reflection paper responses: students respond to a prompt given by a hearing officer or a hearing panel and submit these papers to OSC
DIR-4 Administrative meeting: students are required to meet 1:1 with a hearing officer
DIR-5 Pre/Post-training quiz SHP Retreat
DIR-6 Observations of the Student Hearing Panel
DIR -7 Survey on BASICS, a two time meeting discussing harm reduction and goal setting.
IND-1 Number of cases heard: as a result of interactions with OSC, number of cases will decrease
IND-2 Survey - yet to be created
Direct Measures (activity embedded) Indirect Measures
Program Outcomes eChug eToke AM SHP Reflect BASICS 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Other 1
Other
2
Other
3
Other
4
Students will show knowledge of the Student Conduct Code and
conduct process.
Measure DIR-4 DIR-5 DIR-3 IND-2
Collect
Term
Spring
2013
Fall
2013
Spring
2014
Spring
2015
Students will express how their involvement in an incident
impacted their lives and their community.
Measure DIR-1 DIR-2 DIR-4 DIR-6 DIR-3 DIR-7
Collect
Term
Fall
2012
Fall
2014
Fall
2015
Spring
2013
Spring
2014
Spring
2014
Spring
2015
Fall
2015
Students will apply improved decision-making skills.
Measure DIR-1 DIR-2 DIR-4 DIR-3 DIR-7 IND-1
Collect
Term
Fall
2012
Fall
2014
Fall
2015
Spring
2013
Spring
2014
Spring
2015
Summer
2013
Note: The OSC conducted two assessments this year, however, the pool of students was too small to determine results. The
OSC will be continuing the BASICS and eToke assessment in the Fall of 2015 as well as the NASPA Conduct Consortium Survey.