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Student Handbook: Student Code of Conduct- Acts of Misconduct

Northeastern Illinois University

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April 9, 2025

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Non-academic misconduct is an act that violates the University’s rules, policies, and regulations while on campus, as well as during off-campus functions sponsored or supervised by the University. ... Violations of this type include but are not limited to:
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Lewd/Obscenity - Lewd, obscene, or disruptive conduct and all forms of harassment. This will also include racial/ethnic, homophobic or other legally prohibited harassment.
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Intimidation/Humiliation - Intentionally intimidating, impelling, threatening, or humiliating any member of the University community.

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