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Copyright©BUFT-2024
THE UNIVERSITY
1.1.
Upon admission into BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT), a student accepts the mission of the University and is subject to the following principles:
1.1.1. All human beings are endowed by their Creator with certain right and no student, faculty or staff of the University may infringe upon the rights of fellow members of BUFT.
1.1.2. The goal of BUFT is advancement of knowledge which cannot occur without a safe and congenial learning environment. All persons working at and attending BUFT are responsible for the creation and maintenance of such an environment.
1.1.3. The University learning environment must be one in which all persons’ views listened to and tolerated unless they violate the principles 1 and 2 (mentioned above). Learning in a democratic society must take place through the free exchange of ideas.
1.2.
The BUFT student code of conduct has been formulated with the goal of upholding the stated mission. It is the responsibility of the University to make this code of conduct available to all members of the University community such that in case of violations and subsequent convening of the disciplinary Committee, all measures and procedures are clear to all parties concerned.
1.3.
Violations of the code of conduct shall invoke disciplinary process as outlined in this document. Sanctions will be commensurate with the seriousness of the offense and may include suspension or in extreme cases, expulsions from the University. Repeated offenses justify increasingly severe sanction.
2.1. Free Expression and Disruption
Being an academic institution, the University is committed to the open expression and constructive debate of alternative views, theory and data. It recognizes and respects all peaceful and non-obstructive forms of dissent, whether individual or collective, that are within the University regulations and which do not interfere with the regular and essential operation of the University.
Disruption, in this context, has been defined as an action or combination of actions by an individual or a group that unreasonably interferes with, hinders, obstructs or prevents the smooth and regular functioning and operations of BUFT, including the holding of classes and all administrative functions.
If an action is determined by the University authority as disruptive, authorized officials have the right to restrain or prohibit such a behavior.
The University aims and strives to maintain an environment that is tolerant and respectful for others irrespective of gender, race, religion, class, political affiliation, caste, status or position in the University or the community at large. To this end, intolerance refers to an attitude, feeling or belief wherein an individual shows contempt for other individuals or groups based on the characteristics mentioned above.
As stated in the policy statement on free expression, the expression of diverse views and opinions is encouraged and any attempts to (hamper) obstruct such expression will be considered an act of disruption by University authorities.
2.2. Physical Abuse
BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology is committed to the safety and well-being of all its members and strives to maintain an environment that is free from acts of violence.
The University will not tolerate any act of physical violence, such as beating, punching, kicking, unwanted physical contact with a person, sexual harassment/abuse and the like by any member of the University community.
2.3. Smoking
BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology desires to achieve an environment which should be smoke-free. Achieving this goal will require the willingness, understanding, and patience of all members of the campus community working together. As a general rule, preferential consideration shall be given to the nonsmokers.
It is the responsibility of all members of the campus community to observe the provisions of these guidelines and make the whole campus smoking free as much as possible. Smoking is strictly prohibited in all indoor locations of the University.
2.4. Politics
Political activities are strictly prohibited in BUFT Campus.
3.1. Acts of Academic Dishonesty
(i). Adoption of any unfair means/copying in the examination.
(ii). Plagiarism: Representing the work of another as one’s own work.
(iii). Preparing work for another that is to be used as the other’s own work cheating.
(iv). Knowingly and willfully falsifying or manufacturing scientific or educational data and representing the work to be the result of one’s own research and experimentation.
(v). Knowingly furnishing false information to the University official about academic matters.
3.2. Acts of Social or Personal Misconduct
3.2.1. Violence
(i). Physical abuse.
(ii). Sexual harassment/abuse.
(iii). Direct threat of violence, either verbal or written or by electronic message.
(iv). Intimidation, either verbal or written or by electronic message.
(v). Participation in any to disrupt any function of the University by force or violence or provocation.
(vi). Reckless behavior that causes danger or threat to person(s).
3.2.2. Deliberate obstruction or interference to any person’s right to attend or participate in University function.
3.2.3. Causing fear and apprehension using misrepresentation, misinformation, force or coercion to solicit support, signatures or participation in activities of a subversive nature or detrimental to the normal functioning of the University.
3.2.4. Any conduct, expression or language considered improper in interacting with faculty members, university official and staff.
3.2.5. Property Damage
(i). Arson.
(ii). Willful or malicious damage or destruction of property.
(iii). Reckless behavior causing damage to property.
3.2.6. Possession and/or use of weapons
(i). Firearms
(ii). Explosives or explosive materials such as bombs, cocktails, chemicals or anything of similar nature.
(iii). Fireworks except as and when authorized by a designated University official.
(iv). Knives, clubs, sticks or any item that is used with the intention to cause harm/injury or threat.
3.2.7. Disobedience
(i). Disobedience, interference, resistance, or failure to comply with the directive of an identified University official acting in the line of duty.
(ii). Trespassing and other forms of unauthorized presence.
3.2.8. Deception
(i). Furnishing false information to the University with the intent to deceive.
(ii). Forgery, alteration or misuse of University documents, records and identification cards.
(iii). Forgery or issuing a false cheque with intent to defraud.
3.2.9. Theft
(i). Misappropriation or conversion of University fund, supplies, equipment, labor, material, space or facilities.
(ii). Possession, storing or transportation of stolen University property.
(iii). Aiding or abetting theft of University property.
3.2.10. Safety
Tampering with elevators, security devices such a doors and locks, University equipment such as computers and electronics and/or other University equipment.
3.2.11. Drugs or controlled substances
(i). Manufacture.
(ii). Sale or delivery.
(iii). Unauthorized possession, carrying or use.
3.2.12. Indecent behavior
Disorderly actions or committing any lewd act including indecent or uncalled for remarks or demonstrate obscene conduct and indecency.
3.2.13. Tarnishing University image, behavior inside or outside the campus that damages University image or functioning in any way.
3.2.14. Writing in the wall of classrooms/labs, desks/tables etc. is strictly prohibited, and such act will be dealt with severe disciplinary action.
3.2.15. Other Violations: Violation of University policies and regulations beyond the code of conduct.
4. Disciplinary process
4.1. Any violations of the code of conduct, as stated in this document, is a cause for initiating necessary disciplinary action(s) The judicial system is subject to the authority of the Vice Chancellor of the University as he/she deems appropriate, except that the Disciplinary Committee shall have the authority to approve disciplinary warning as a sanction. The Disciplinary Committee shall consider the cases and make recommendations to the Vice Chancellor for necessary sanction(s).
4.2. The following offences may warrant immediate expulsion of the student on the recommendation of the Chairperson without the need to call for a committee meeting:
4.2.1. Offence of following nature and category:
(i). Physical abuse (clause 3.2.1.i)
(ii). Sexual harassment/abuse (clause 3.2.1.ii)
(iii). Any conduct, expression or language or language considered improper in interacting with faculty members, university official staff (clause 3.2.4)
(iv). Arson (clause 3.2.5.i)
(v). Willful or malicious damage or destruction of property (clause 3.2.5.ii)
(vi). Forgery, alteration or misuse of University documents, records and Identification cards (clause 3.2.8.ii & iv)
(vii). Misappropriation or conversion of University funds, supplies, equipment labor, material, space or facilities (clause 3.2.9.i)
(viii). Possession, storing or transport of stolen University property (clause 3.2.9.ii.)
4.2.2. Repeat offence of the following nature and category:
(i). Adoption of unfair means/copying in the examination (clause 3.1.i.).
(ii). Plagiarism (clause 3.1.ii.).
(iii). Knowing willful falsification of educational data (clause 3.1.iv.).
(iv). Knowingly furnishing false information on academic matters (Clause 3.1.v).
4.2.3. A student who wishes to appeal must submit a written request for such appeal Within 5 days of notification of the sanction.
4.3. All other violation shall be the subject to hearing by the Disciplinary Committee. In case of a violation of the code, rules and regulations, the matter shall be reported to the Chairperson of the Disciplinary Committee.
4.3.1. The committee shall inform the student about the charges against him/her in writing sufficiently in advance of the hearing to afford a reasonable opportunity to prepare a defense.
4.3.2. The hearing shall be conducted in a manner that is professional and just and shall not be restricted unduly by rules of procedure or evidence. Evidence not directly related to the matter at hand will not be considered. The focus of inquiry in the disciplinary proceeding will be the innocence or guilt of the person(s) accused of violating the Code of Conduct.
4.3.3. The hearing will be private unless the accused student requests that it should be Open to the members of the University community.
4.3.4. In the event that a student requests that the hearing be open, such request may be overruled by the Chairperson in agreement with the committee if an open hearing would have an adverse impact on any witness; would disclose personal, psychological or medical information of a sensitive nature; or would otherwise jeopardize the privacy or welfare of any witness or accused student.
4.3.5. On behalf of the University, the charges and evidences may be presented by the Chairperson or a person designated by the Chairperson.
4.3.6. The Chairperson and/or any other Member of the Committee shall have the right to question witness (es) that are admitted to the hearing. The testimony of unknown or unidentified witness (es) will not be admissible.
4.3.7. Imposition of sanction shall not be based solely upon the failure of the person charged to answer the charges. In the event of the failure or refusal of the accused person to appear at the hearing, the evidence in support of the charges shall be presented and considered.
4.3.8. A written report of the original hearing will be made consisting of the followings:
(i). Notice of charges and other documents.
(ii). A summary of the evidence presented.
(iii). All the findings and,
(iv). Sanction(s) recommended. The report constitutes the official record of the hearing.
5.1. Academic Dishonesty
The faculty member shall have initial jurisdiction over cases of academic dishonesty.
5.1.1. In such cases, the matter can be handled at an informal hearing between the student and the faculty member to adjudicate the cases with either of the following two sanctions should the student accept responsibility for the violation:
(i). A failing grade (F) may be assigned for the work in connection with which the violation occurred.
(ii). A failing grade (F) may be assigned for the course in which the violation occurred.
5.1.2. Should the faculty member so desire, he/she can refer the case to the Head of the Departmental who can then adjudicate the case with either of the above two sanctions.
5.1.3. In any case where the student dose not accept responsibility for the violation, and/or social misconduct is also involved in addition to the incident(s) of academic dishonesty, the Department Chair shall refer the case to the Disciplinary Committee based on a written complain made by the faculty member.
5.1.4. Faculty member(s) may also make the written complaint directly to the Chairperson of the Committee.
5.1.5. In addition to the above sanctions, any one or more of the following sanction(s), mentioned under clause 5.2. below can be imposed on the student following hearing by the Disciplinary Committee.
5.2. Violation of Regulations
The range of official sanction that may be recommended by the Disciplinary Committee for violation of regulations (both academic and social) shall comprise of the following disciplinary sanctions:
5.2.1. Disciplinary Warning
(i). Disciplinary warning is a notice to the student that his/her conduct was questionable and that future beaches of conduct will be treated more severely.
(ii). The warning may be issued verbally or in writing but shall become a matter of record in the student’s file.
5.2.2. Disciplinary Probation
(i). Disciplinary probation removes a student form good disciplinary standing.
(ii). The status of disciplinary probation is assigned for a specific period of time.
(iii). Though the student will be allowed to continue with courses at the University, disciplinary probation status may affect qualification for some awards, prizes or student financial aid and/or impose some conditions or tasks to comply.
(iv). Violations of the conditions of probation will result in further sanctions based on follow-up proceedings of the Disciplinary Committee. Disciplinary probation status and the conditions of the probation as set forth by the Disciplinary Committee shall become a matter of record in the student’s file.
5.2.3. Loss of Privilege
Loss of privilege is the withdrawal of a privilege, use of a service or participation in an activity for a specific period of time consistent with the offense committed and the rehabilitation of the student. Loss of privilege may be imposed separately or in addition to any other sanction(s).
5.2.4. Disciplinary suspension
Disciplinary suspension is an action that excludes the student form registration,class attendance, participation in the University events and activities and use of University facilities for a specified period of time. In case the student is currently attending courses she/he will be allowed to finish the semester without prejudice. Disciplinary suspension will then start from the following semester for the stipulated period of time. If the student has voluntarily refrained from registering for the semester during which the Disciplinary Committee hold its hearing, that semester will not be counted within the stipulated period of Disciplinary suspension. Disciplinary suspension becomes a matter of record in the student’s file.
5.2.5. Disciplinary Expulsion
Disciplinary expulsion is the permanent withdrawal by the Vice Chancellor of the student’s privilege of registration, class attendance, use of University facilities, and participation in the University activities and events. Disciplinary expulsion is recorded in the student’s file.
5.2.6. Restitution to the University
Restitution requires a student to pay for damages to or misappropriation of University property or the property of members of or visitors to the University. Such restitution shall be charged to any student who alone, or through group activities, organizes or knowingly participates in the events causing such damages or costs.
5.2.7. Temporary or Interim Suspension
Such a sanction requires that the student leave the University campus immediately. It may be imposed upon a student by a Department Head (Academic) or the Chairperson of Disciplinary Committee, should s/he have reasonable cause to believe that the student is an immediate threat to the safety of persons, property or to the essential functions of the University. The officer enforcing the rule must notify the Disciplinary Committee in writing by the next working day for subsequent action. Any summarily suspended student who returns to campus during the period of interim suspension shall be subject to disciplinary dismissal or disciplinary expulsion. Any student who is summarily suspended will be required to stay off the University premises till an official hearing is conducted by the Disciplinary Committee. The hearing normally shall be held within 5 (five) working days of the notice of suspension.
5.2.8. Authorities to take disciplinary action with their respective powers to the extent to which they can impose punishment on any student or group of students are:
| # | Authorities for taking Disciplinary Action | Power | Appellate Authority |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Disciplinary Committee |
1. Warning 2. Imposing Fine 3. Suspension from University for any length of time, and 4. Expulsion from University for good |
Academic Council |
| 2 | Vice Chancellor |
1. Warning 2. Imposing Fine 3. Suspension up to 2(two) years from University 4. Expulsion from University for good |
Disciplinary Committee |
| 3 | Head of the Department (On student of his Department) |
1. Warning 2. Imposing fine up to Tk. 1000 |
Vice Chancellor |
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