ESU 2012-2014 Student Handbook - East Stroudsburg University

East Stroudsburg Universityof Pennsylvania2012-2014 Student Handbookwww.esu.eduA Member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education

||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||2012–2014Student HandbookEast Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania200 Prospect StreetEast Stroudsburg, PA 18360www.esu.eduA member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher EducationNoticeThe provisions of this handbook are not intended to create any substantive rights beyondthose created by the laws and constitutions of the United States and the Commonwealthof Pennsylvania, and are not intended, in and of themselves, to create any cause of actionagainst the State System of Higher Education, the Board of Governors, the Chancellor, anindividual president or university, or any other officer, agency, agent or employer of the StateSystem of Higher Education.Information current as of September 1, 2012

4 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduLibrary InformationBook Theft and MutilationStudents found guilty of stealing or damaging libraryproperty will be held to the disciplinary actions outlinedin East Stroudsburg University’s Student Code of Conduct. Inaddition, students found guilty of stealing or damaginglibrary property will be subject to the following lawpassed by the General Assembly of the Commonwealth ofPennsylvania:Section 1. Title 18, act of November 25, 1970 (P.L. 707, No. 230),known as the Pennsylvania Consolidated Statutes, is amended byadding a section to read:§ 3929. I. Library theft.(a) Offense defined — A person is guilty of library theft if he willfullyconceals on his person or among his belongings any libraryor museum material while still on the premises of a library orwillfully and without authority removes any library or museummaterial from a library with the intention of converting suchmaterial to his own use.(b) (1) Library theft constitutes a:(i) Summary offense when the offense is a first offense and thevalue of the material is less than $150.(ii) Misdemeanor of the second degree when the offense is asecond offense and the value of the material is less than$150.(iii) Misdemeanor of the first degree when the offense is a first orsecond offense and the value of the material is $150 or more.(iv) Felony of the third degree when the offense is a third orsubsequent offense, regardless of the value of the material(2) Amounts involved in library thefts committed pursuant to onescheme or course of conduct, whether from the same library orseveral libraries, may be aggregated in determining the grade ofthe offense.(c) Presumption — A person who willfully conceals any library ormuseum material on his person or among his belongings while stillon the premises of the library or in the immediate vicinity thereofshall be prima facie presumed to have concealed the library ormuseum material with the intention of converting such material tohis own use.General InformationCopiers for both paper and microform materials are availableon a self-service basis. Copies may be paid for using coinor e-cards. There is a change machine and an e-Card “AddValue” station available in the library.Patrons are asked NOT to re-shelve materials. Please returnmaterials you have not checked out to black shelves locatedthroughout the stacks. Other materials, such as microforms,periodicals and government documents should be returnedto carts or marked areas.Smoking is not permitted in the library.There is a hands-free call box in front of the library for oncampuscalls.Any minor children brought into the library must be underthe direct supervision of a parent or guardian at all times.The library café is open during library hours. Please exercisecare when transporting food and beverages in the library.Avoid spills and littering.A library instructional lab is available for teaching librarysessions. There is a general purpose lab on the ground levelof the library that is available whenever the library is open.This facility may be occasionally scheduled for instructionalservices if needed.

Academic Enrichment & LearningDAEL secretary | 570-422-3507www.esu.edu [ Academics / Academic Enrichment and Learning ]The Department of Academic Enrichment & Learning (DAEL)consists of many programs and services designed to assiststudents in becoming academically successful.DAEL houses the following programs: Academic Advisingfor Undeclared Students; Advising for Students in AcademicJeopardy; Disability Services; Learning Center; StudentSupport Services; and the University-Wide Tutorial Program.Specific information on each program is listed below:Academic Advising for Undeclared Students 570-422-3164Students who are undecided with regard to a major willreceive academic advisement from a DAEL faculty member,who will assist students in developing an academic and careerplan, course scheduling, and academic skills development.First year, undeclared students should enroll in DAEL 100:First Year Experience. This course is designed to help firstyear students adjust to academic life and expectations andimprove study skills.Advising for Students in Academic JeopardyFaculty adviser | 570-422-3504When students are placed on academic warning or probation,they will be contacted by a faculty advisor from theDepartment of Academic Enrichment & Learning to schedulean appointment to develop a plan for addressing deficienciesand returning to academic good standing.Disability Services570-422-3954 V/TTYEast Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania is committedto providing equal educational access to otherwise qualifiedstudents with disabilities. Individuals with disabilitiesare guaranteed certain protections and rights of equalaccess to programs and services under Section 504 ofthe Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans withDisabilities Act (ADA).Academic adjustments and reasonable accommodationsare determined by the specific nature and severity ofthe disability and any functional limitations that mayresult. Students who wish to request accommodations areresponsible for providing documentation of their disabilitythat consists of an evaluation by an appropriate professionaland describes the current impact of the disability as it relatesto the accommodation request.The two faculty members in the Office of Disability Servicesdivide the caseload between them. Dr. Edith Miller workswith students who have learning disabilities or attentiondeficit/hyperactivitydisorder. Dr. Julianne Albiero-Waltonworks with students who have chronic illness, traumaticbrain injury, or sensory, mobility or psychiatric disabilities.In addition to services and accommodations, the facultymembers in the Office of Disability Services co-facilitate afirst-year seminar program called CATS (College AchievementTraining Seminars). Interested students must complete anapplication to participate in the program. Accepted studentswww.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University||||||||||||| UNIVERSITY SERVICES |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||will be assigned a mentor from Delta Alpha Pi Honor Society.Delta Alpha Pi is the first academic honor society in thecountry established specifically to recognize the academicaccomplishments of university students with disabilities. EastStroudsburg University holds the honor of Alpha Chapter, asthe founding university.Learning Center570-422-3507 | 22 Rosenkrans EastThe Learning Center, located in Rosenkrans East, providesacademic supportive services to the entire ESU communityand houses the University-Wide Tutorial Program and acomputer lab. Professional and peer tutoring and drop-intutoring labs in mathematics, chemistry, physics, economicsand writing are available to all students.Learning Center hours:Monday - Thursday....................................8 a.m. to 10 p.m.Friday.............................................................. 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Sunday................................................................Noon to 10 p.m.NOTE: Hours above are for tutoring, studying and computer use.The Learning Center is also responsible for the RetentionProgram for students who are on academic warning orprobation. The director meets with students to discusslearning strategies and study techniques, and to offerreferrals to other services such as meeting with the student’sclassroom instructor or adviser, tutoring, or the BALANCEworkshops.Students who are in academic difficulty should make anappointment with the director as soon as they know they have beenplaced on warning or probation by calling 570-422-3504.Student Support Services 570-422-3433 | Rosenkrans EastStudent Support Services is a federally funded program thatprovides the support needed for college success. Studentswho are first-generation, (neither mother nor father is a fouryearcollege graduate), economically challenged, (receivingfinancial aid), have disabilities, (physical or learning), or areveterans or returning adults may be eligible.Personal, academic and career counseling, professional andpeer tutoring, assistance with study skills and improvementof basic skills are a few services available to SSS students.University-Wide Tutorial Program 570-422-3515The University-Wide Tutorial Program (UWTP) offersindividual and small group tutoring in most 100- and200-level undergraduate courses. Students may request tutorsin one or more courses by completing the appropriate forms,which are available in the Learning Center in RosenkransEast.In addition to individual and small group tutoring, drop-intutoring labs in a variety of high demand subject areas suchas math, economics, physics, chemistry and writing skills,are offered each semester. These labs require no scheduledappointments. Supplemental Instruction is also offered inconjunction with specific courses.5University Services

6 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduUniversity ServicesAlcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs Office | ATOD570-422-3298The Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs office plans,coordinates, and supports prevention efforts that reducedangerous drug and alcohol use and related negativeconsequences. The methods used to carry out these effortsinclude peer-to-peer education, promotion of healthylifestyles and choices, supporting vibrant substance-freealternative activities, providing volunteer and careerdevelopment opportunities, and serving as an informed linkto resources. The office supports diverse healthy studentdevelopment with environmental approaches to preventionand carefully measures the campus climate to understandwhat initiatives will work.Alumni AssociationThe Alumni Association serves the university’s more than40,000 alumni and promotes their continued involvementwith ESU. Its mission is to “foster camaraderie, prosperityand the achievement of goals and endeavors set forth bythe Association and the University.” Some of the manycontributions alumni have made to the University includethe Hoeffner Science and Technology Center, the AhnertAlumni Center, chimes for the Stroud Hall tower, the WorldWar II memorial statue, “Julia,” signs to identify campusbuildings, student scholarships, landscaping, the SeniorWalk, DeNike Hall restorations, and the indoor track amongmany other improvements.The purpose of the Association is to promote the generalinterest and welfare of East Stroudsburg Universitythroughout the United States and across the world, toadvance the professional interests of its members, and tofoster a closer relationship among its members and with othereducational institutions.The Henry A. Ahnert, Jr. Alumni Center is just north of KempLibrary on Smith Street. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.,Monday through Friday.Athletic Training/Sports Medicine ClinicThis treatment facility is located on the second floor ofKoehler Field House. The operation is supervised by thecertified athletic trainers and is intended for the evaluationand treatment of intercollegiate student athletes.critiques and job search guidance. Students should visitthe center to review books, computer programs, brochures,magazines, and videotapes relating to careers, employers, andgraduate schools.Commuter Student Services570-422-3938Commuting students make up the predominant populationon our university campus. ESU, in addressing the needs of ourcommuter student population, offers various academic andstudent services for commuters.Off-Campus Housing List 570-422-3191The Residence Life Office provides interested students witha list of off-campus housing opportunities. This list containsapartment and room rental availability throughout thesurrounding area. The list contains a brief description of theunit including information on rental charge and utilities.The University does not inspect the rooms/units listed, andthe University does not represent the landlord nor tenant.They act only as a clearinghouse for this information.Transportation OptionsCommuter students have various transportation options atESU. Students must register their personal vehicles with theUniversity Police to receive a parking tag. This tag enables thestudent to park in designated parking areas for commuters.Other options for travel to and from campus follow below:Local Bus Service | Monroe County Transit Authoritywww.gomcta.com | 570-839-6282Whether taking the bus for shopping or commuting, theMonroe County Transit Authority (MCTA) is your publictransportation provider for Monroe County.Convenient access is available at Smith and Normal Streets(by the Kemp Library). MCTA (a.k.a. the Pocono Pony) hasstops throughout the county. Popular destinations includeshopping, restaurants and recreation areas.Interactive route information, using addresses or points ofinterest, may be found using Google Maps; select the PublicTransit option, or on the website at Students with valid ESUID qualify for a reduced fare. Route maps and schedules maybe found at the University Police office.Career Resources Centerwww.esu.edu/careerservices | 570-422-3219Located on the second floor of the University Center, thisoffice provides an array of services which guide and supportstudents and alumni through their career exploration, careerbuilding, and eventual professional job placement. Studentsshould start their career planning during their freshman orsophomore year and should contact this office to make anappointment.Services provided include career counseling, careerworkshops, and computer technology based services such asa weekly part-time/summer jobs list and links to numeroussites pertaining to internships, career exploration, andprofessional job listings.This office also coordinates career days, job fairs, andon-campus recruitment by employers, and offers resumeRide SharingRide sharing is a great way to lower the expense ofcommuting to campus. Commuters are encouraged to ridewith others from their area. Where possible, students areencouraged to ride a bicycle or walk to campus as well.Commuter Lounge Nancy Weaver, adviser | 570-422-3938.The Commuter Lounge is located on the first floor of theUniversity Center. This lounge is equipped with a television,microwave and plenty of study and lounge space.Lockers are also located in the lounge. The locker rental is freefor students but you must register with the University CenterInformation Desk where assignments are made. The loungeis also a place to find information about campus events andactivities.

Counseling and Psychological Services | CAPS570-422-3277 | www.esu.edu/capsThe office of University Counseling and PsychologicalServices offers a range of counseling services to facilitate andenhance the educational, psychological, and interpersonalwell being of East Stroudsburg University students. Theservices provided are designed to maximize students’personal and educational functioning, to prevent andremediate emotional/social problems, to help students attaintheir educational goals, and to promote their professionalcompetence. Services offered include personal counseling/psychotherapy, vocational counseling, psychologicaland vocational testing, developmental and outreachprogramming, and consultation services in individual andgroup formats. Anxiety, career exploration/indecision,depression, difficulties in interpersonal relationships, eatingdisorders, family concerns, self-doubt, sexual concerns andsubstance abuse are some of the issues students often addressthrough counseling.In addition, the Center maintains a small library ofvocational information materials, study-skill aids,resources and guides addressing various psychological andinterpersonal problems and concerns, and guides/handbooksdealing with various educational and vocational institutions.Lastly, the Graduate Record Examination (GRE); the CollegeLevel Examination Program (CLEP); the Educational TestingService Praxis Series; the Certified Health Education SpecialistExamination (CHES), and the National Strength andConditioning Association’s CSCS exam are administered bythe Counseling Center.Members of the Counseling and Psychological Services staffare licensed psychologists. Their professional training andexperience prepare them to deal with a wide range of issuesfaced by university students. All currently enrolled studentsare eligible to receive services free of charge, except for thefees associated with the national exams.All information shared by a client is kept confidential, and allclient records are classified as confidential records. Withouta client’s written permission, no information is released toanyone outside of the Center, except as required by law.The Counseling and Psychological Services office is locatedon the second floor of the Flagler-Metzgar Center. Normalhours of operation are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday throughFriday. Services generally are offered by appointment andmay be scheduled by calling or stopping at the office.Dining Serviceswww.esu.campusdish.comThe ESU Dining Service provides students with a wide varietyof diverse, well-balanced meal choices in an inviting diningatmosphere. Aramark, a contracted dining service company,provides the dining services for the ESU community.Food Service Venues:Real Food on Campus at Dansbury Commons – RFoC isall about action, authenticity, excitement and fun. Theconcept delivers a variety of offerings to address the palates oftoday’s high-tech customer. RFoC achieves this by providingcomplete meals at all destination points.These points of service include: Home, traditional homestylemeal; Deli, made to order sandwiches and wraps; Grill,www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg Universityyour favorite offerings cooked to order; Pizza and Pasta,featuring Caesar salads and personal pan pizzas made toorder; Desserts, a variety of favorites, baked on the premises;Soups and Salads, to keep it light. The signature RFoC ProduceMarket station provides an eye-appealing vegetable mélangethat invites you to select your own ingredients, while the chefadds your favorite sauce and sautés it to your specific tastes.Center Court — Center Court is located in the UniversityCenter and is the retail food hub of East StroudsburgUniversity. It offers three meal periods, breakfast, lunch, anddinner. Signature food offerings included your classic grillitems; Wraps Express, made to order wraps; Bagel Experience,fresh bagels; Bene´, pasta and pizza; Montague’s Grill,assorted sandwiches; assorted fountain and bottle beverages,snacks, soups, salads and a variety of grab-and-go items.Java City — The University’s own coffeehouse offers arelaxing atmosphere seven days a week in front of thefireplace in the University Center. Java City offers premiumJava City coffee, freshly made sandwiches, breakfast pastries,crisp “grab-n-go” salads, blended smoothies, and gourmetdesserts.Late Nite — Located in the Dansbury Commons, “Late Nite”provides students with a fun, restaurant-style dining roomand a full “diner style” menu. Hours of operation are Sunday-Thursday, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. Live entertainment and eventssponsored by Student Activities are featured here.Students living off-campus are invited to purchase a mealplan designed for their needs or purchase Dining Dollars tomake dining on campus more convenient. Meal Plans andDining Dollars may be purchased at Enrollment Services inZimbar-Liljenstein Hall. Dansbury Commons is open to anyguest who cares to dine at this “all you care to eat” campusrestaurant, for one low, set price.Dansbury Commons hours:Breakfast7 – 10:45 a.m.................Monday through FridayLunch 10:45 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.................Monday through FridayDinner4:30 – 8 p.m.................Monday through Friday4:30 – 6 p.m.................Saturday and SundayBrunch10 a.m.– 2 p.m.................Saturday and SundayFood Service CommitteeThe Food Service Committee’s responsibility is to makerecommendations to help improve the dining serviceoperation, including menu changes and programsuggestions. It is composed of the food service director, auniversity liaison, a representative from each of the residencehalls, a representative from the Residence Hall Association, anoff-campus meal plan student, and a representative from theStudent Senate.Student EmploymentThere are employment opportunities for ESU students inDining Services. Flexible hours and a variety of positionsmake this a great choice for you to earn while you learn. Toask about any current openings, call the food service generalmanager.570-422–39157University Services

8 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduUniversity ServicesDining Hall RegulationsThe university has developed the following rules to provide apleasant dining hall atmosphere. Students, their guests andvisitors should follow these regulations:1. No smoking or tobacco chewing in dining areas.2. Do not take food or drink out of the dining area.3. Do not take any property (cups, glasses, plates, silverware,condiments, etc.) belonging to the facility out of the diningarea.4. Do not throw anything in the dining area.5. No bare feet are allowed in the dining hall.6. Appropriate dress is required in the dining hall at all times.7. Respect your fellow diners.8. Keep noise to a minimum. (Your peers may be studying,relaxing or conversing.)9. Be courteous to the staff members.10. Return dishes, cups, glasses, plates, silverware, etc., to thedish return area.11. Clean up any small spill you make.12. Notify the dining staff of any large spills.13. Exit using the three doors in the center bay, east of thecashiers. All other doors are alarmed.14. If you experience a problem in Dansbury Commons, pleasecontact a member of the dining services staff immediately,so they can correct the situation.15. Students who lose their eCard must obtain a temporaryeCard, or obtain a new eCard, to gain admission to DansburyCommons.The University has invested in new equipment, servingutensils, and dishware to better serve you. We need yourassistance in maintaining our inventory. Failure to adhere tothese rules may result in disciplinary action.NOTE: A complete list of rules and regulations is available in theFood Service General Manager’s Office.10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Staff is available to assist with enrollmentquestions and concerns either on the phone, through email,at the front desk, and in walk-in one-on-one counselingsessions.Escort Service570-422-2000The ESU Safety Escort Service, staffed by student escorts,operates out of the University Police Office. This serviceis available to any member of the university communityseven days a week between the hours of 7 p.m. and 5 a.m. Toarrange for an escort anywhere on campus, pick up a campustelephone and dial #1-2-3, or call 570-422-2000. Safety is ourprimary concern.Financial Aid Programs570-422-2800 | 800- 378-6732The Center for Enrollment Services is committed to helpingyou find solutions to meet the challenge of funding the costof higher education.Visit our website to find out more in-depth information andfiling deadlines. Select Enrollment Services and click onStudent Financial Aid.For renewal of financial aid, the student must complete anew FAFSA in subsequent years in order to be consideredfor financial aid. In addition, the student must meet EastStroudsburg University’s Satisfactory Academic Progresspolicy. Students should be aware of the impact of failinggrades, incomplete grades, course withdrawals and repeatedcourses. You may review the Satisfactory Academic ProgressPolicy on our website located at www.esu.edu. SelectEnrollment Services and click on Student Financial Aid. SelectAcademic Progress Requirements.The Center for Enrollment Services is located in Zimbar-Liljenstein Hall. Enrollment Services is open from 8 a.m. to4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Our highly qualified staffis available to assist you.Enrollment Services Centerenrollmentservices@esu.edu | 570-422-2800Enrollment Services functions as a “one-stop shop” servicecenter. The center integrates enrollment processes fromfinancial aid, records and registration and student billinginto one easy location to be able to better serve our students,faculty and staff.Services offered by the center:n Financial aid: Counseling on applying for financial aid,different types of aid, alternative sources of funding, and howto maintain satisfactory progress for aid eligibility.n Records and registration: Handling VA Educational Benefits,registration of classes, transcripts, transfer credits, graduation,student-athlete compliance, and important dates on theAcademic Calendar..n Student billing services: Processing tuition and fees, tuitionpayment plan options, tuition deferments and direct depositof refunds.The center is located in Zimbar-Liljenstein Hall, and is openMonday through Thursday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., and FridayFinancial Aid Satisfaction ProgressEast Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania has developedstandards of Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) inaccordance with federal regulations. These proceduresmeasure qualitative (cumulative quality point average),quantitative (number of credits completed), and maximumtime frame for completion.A student must maintain satisfactory academic progress tocontinue to receive federal Title IV aid. Federal financial aidincludes Federal PELL Grant, Federal SEOG, Federal PerkinsLoan, Federal Work Study, Federal Direct Loans (subsidizedand unsubsidized), Federal Direct PLUS Loan and FederalGraduate PLUS Loan.Failure to maintain satisfactory academic progress, accordingto these standards, will result in the loss of Federal TitleIV financial aid until such time as the student is againmaintaining satisfactory academic progress. All periods ofenrollment are included whether or not the student receivedfederal financial aid during that time.More detailed information online at ESU’s Financial AidSatisfactory Academic Progress policy

www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University9Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Transgendered,Queer & Ally Centerwww.esu.edu/lgbta | 570-422-3614The LGBTQA program center has been established to providedynamic programming, resources and services to thestudents, faculty and staff of East Stroudsburg University. TheCenter provides students with a space to relax, socialize orstudy with one another in a safe and friendly environment.Some of the resources available to the students, faculty andstaff include a modest library of books, magazines and DVDs.The Center is located adjacent to the main entrance ofHemlock residence hall, on the exterior of the building.HousingThe campus of East Stroudsburg University contains sevenspacious, well-situated residence halls that are equipped withlounges, kitchenettes, laundry and vending facilities as wellas living quarters.In addition, apartment style housing is available for upperclassstudents at University Apartments. Each apartment hasthree bedrooms, two baths, a kitchen, and a living room area.Students residing in the apartments, unlike the residence hallstudents, are not required to participate in a meal plan butmay elect to do so.All our residence halls are smoke-free. Specific rules andregulations governing the residence halls are published andmade available each year in the Residence Halls Informationand Policies booklet.All first-year students are required to live on campus exceptfor those students commuting from their homes. Housingon campus is provided on a combined room and boardbasis only. Off campus housing information for upper classstudents and graduate students is available through theResidence Life Office in Shawnee Hall.I.D. Card/ESU eCardEvery student is issued an identification card, called theESU eCard. It should be carried at all times. It is required forspecific uses such as admission to the dining hall, admissionto numerous student activities and events, use of the library,course registration, door access, etc.In addition, the eCard may be used to make purchases inthe University Store, Food Court, vending machines, and atselected off-campus merchants displaying the eCard logo.Students are charged a fee to replace a lost card. The eCard isnot transferable. The Campus Card Center is located on theground floor of the University Center.Students who lose their eCard should go to the UniversityPolice for a temporary ID or visit the Campus Card CenterOffice during office hours in order to obtain a new eCard(payment required). Temporary cards are issued for a two-dayperiod only. The university reserves the right to institute atemporary card fee.Koehler Field HouseLeroy J. Koehler Field House serves as the primary facilityfor all of the physical education activity classes and indoorintercollegiate athletic teams. The field house includes amultipurpose practice and competition arena; swimmingpool; dance studio; weight rooms; tennis and badmintoncourts; an indoor track; classrooms; human research andbody mechanics laboratories; athletic training and physicaltherapy treatment center.Mekeel Child Care Center570-422-3514The Rose Mekeel Child Care Center is accredited by theNational Association for the Education of Young Childrenand licensed by the Department of Public Welfare. The centeris available to students, faculty and staff of the University. Thecommunity fills the remaining spaces. A director, six teachersand work-study students staff the center. The facility is openfrom 7:45 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday during thefall, spring and summer sessions.The program is a hands-on, developmentally appropriateprogram for children between the ages of 18 months and 5years.Off-Campus HousingThe Residence Life and Housing Office, located in HemlockSuites, provides students with a list of housing locations offcampus. This list, updated biweekly, gives descriptions andrental information of rooms, apartment, and houses withinthe local community that are open to college students forleasing. East Stroudsburg University assumes no responsibilityfor the condition of the housing or the safety or well being ofthe student while he/she resides in any off-campus housing.We will provide students with education and advise themon how to make good consumer decisions concerning offcampus tenancy. (Renters are encouraged to review the“Guide to Living Off-Campus” prepared by this office.)The staff is available to help mediate landlord/tenantmisunderstandings and any other matters that may interferewith maintaining a good relationship among the student,landlord and/or university. Students have access to legaladvice for tenant issues from a lawyer whose services are paidfor by the Student Activity Association. The university willnot knowingly assist or support any property owner or his/her agent who engages in unlawful housing discrimination.Office of Multicultural Affairs | OMACornelia Sewell-Allen, coordinator | 570-422-3896The mission of the Office of Multicultural Affairs (OMA) is toserve as an advocate and resource for students from diversecultural backgrounds as well as to coordinate activities forstudent organizations representing the interests of thesegroups. The office is located in the Multicultural House at 432Normal St.The Office of Multicultural Affairs/ Multicultural Houseis available for club meetings; study groups; research;educational workshops; multicultural food exchanges;games; and multicultural socializing. Additionally, theOMA/Multicultural House promotes the importance ofproviding academic support to students in need and ferventlyencourages equality, dignity and mutual respect within thecampus community.University Services

10 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduUniversity ServicesRecreation Centerswww.esu.edu/reccenter | Membership service desk 570-422-2970The mission of the Recreation Centers is to offer facilities,equipment and services that provide opportunities forphysical activity, leadership experience and education inorder to promote the lifelong pursuit of recreational activitiesand healthy lifestyles. Through dedication to excellenceand innovation in programming, the department embracesinclusiveness and contributes to the physical, social, andintellectual development of ESU students.In addition, the Centers offer comprehensive programsthat include group fitness, special events, personal training,leagues and club sports. The Recreation Centers employmore than 75 students who are directly responsible for theoperation of each of these programs and the facility.The 58,000-square-foot Mattioli Recreation Center offersa four-court arena for basketball, volleyball, and tennis; afitness center that includes cardiovascular, free-weight, andselectorized equipment; a multipurpose studio for groupfitness, dance, martial arts, and other exercise programs;a fitness arcade featuring Dance Dance Revolution andgame bikes; racquetball courts; an elevated track; indoorand outdoor equipment check-out; a boxing zone featuringa heavy bag and speed bag; and locker and shower roomfacilities.ESU students have automatic access to the facilities withoutadditional cost. Student membership is included in thetuition and fees. Students must present their eCards to accessthe facilities. Students only have access to the RecreationCenter sin the semesters that they are enrolled. Students maysponsor one guest (over the age of 18) per day for a $5 charge.Mattioli Recreation Center hours:Monday-Thursday..................................10 a.m. – MidnightFriday-Sunday..................................................10 a.m. – 9 p.m.Group fitness program – This is designed for individuals whoare looking for an organized work out. The schedule offers 25-28 weekly fitness classes that include kickboxing, abs, yoga,step, Pilates, and other aerobic activities. All of the classes arefree, and access is granted on a first-come, first-served basis.Classes are led by ESU student instructors who have qualifiedto teach.Special events are designed for students to enjoy uniqueprograms in a fun and social setting. Many of the specialevents are one-night tournaments and educational eventsthat expose students to new and exciting sports, recreationalopportunities and healthy lifestyles. Some of the programsinclude racquetball, Late Nite at the Rec, wallyball, tennis,badminton, Wellness Wednesdays, Fitness Rewards and videogame mania, to name a few. The Center is also the site of theannual campus concert sponsored by the Campus ActivitiesBoard.Personal training — Qualified fitness staff members helpclients identify, prioritize and achieve their health and fitnessgoals, improve their lifestyle, and enhance their quality oflife. A range of personal fitness services is offered at a nominalfee.intensified training nor high degree of skill necessary forintercollegiate athletics. Sports offered during the yearinclude flag football, soccer, volleyball, dodge ball, softball,basketball, and wallyball, to name a few. Opportunitiesfor participation are available in men’s, women’s and coedleagues.Hawthorn Suites Fitness Center – The new fitness center,located in the lower level of Hawthorn Suites, was completedin February 2012 and is open to all enrolled ESU students. Itis a 15,000-square-foot facility that features a multipurposestudio, indoor cycling studio, lock and shower facilities,a personal training office, and a 6,000-square-foot fitnesscenter with cardiovascular machines, selectorized weightsand free weights.Hawthorn Suites Fitness Center hours:Monday-Friday...................................................6 a.m. – 9 p.m.Saturday..................................................................................ClosedSunday.............................................................................. 6 – 9 p.m.For more information on programs, services, policies, andprocedures, please visit the Recreation Center website or call.Religious Lifewww.esu.edu/ministry | 570-422-3798A large number of religious denominations is representedin the Stroudsburg and East Stroudsburg area, and theywelcome student participation. Many places of worshipare within walking distance of the university. Religious,cultural, educational, and social programs are sponsoredby the religious organizations affiliated with the university.Religious organizations on campus include United CampusMinistry (UCM) and the ESU Christian Fellowship.ESU Christian Fellowship is an evangelistic, servant-hearted,united, committed, family who seeks to glorify God. Thegroup has weekly Family Group Bible Studies, large groupmeetings, and daily prayer meetings, in addition to a numberof other fellowship and growth opportunities.Religious Services on CampusIn keeping with a ruling by the Attorney General’s Office onJan. 15, 1973, religious services that are open to all studentsmay be held on campus. Expenses necessitated by theseservices are the responsibility of the organization.Residence Hall Information and RegulationsStudents and their guests are expected to abide by theresidence hall policies and regulations as described inthe Residence Hall Information and Policies booklet. It isavailable on line, in all residence hall offices, the ResidenceLife and Housing Office, at the University Police Department.Recreation Center Leagues offer students the ability to formteams and play sports in a seasonal format. The entireprogram is voluntary for those who are not regular membersof varsity or junior varsity squads, and do not require the

Speech and Hearing Center570-422-3247The Speech and Hearing Center is operated under theauspices of the Department of Speech-Language Pathology.Graduate speech-language pathology students who aresupervised by faculty members holding the appropriateclinical certification provide therapy services. All clinicalfacilities are located in Monroe Hall.The Speech and Hearing Center is open Monday throughThursday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., and Friday from 9 a.m. to 2p.m. Later hours may be arranged.Students may receive a speech or hearing evaluation andtherapy, if required, free of charge.Stony AcresLodge reservations | 570- 223-8316Cabin reservations, information | 570-422-3334Stony Acres, a 119-acre student-owned recreation area, islocated just nine miles north of the university in MarshallsCreek. A multipurpose lodge, six cabins, a climbing tower,a ropes challenge course containing universally accessibleelements, a camping equipment program and a varietyof activities including canoeing, disc golf, camping, crosscountry skiing, hiking, fishing, and picnicking have madeStony Acres a popular spot year round. The Stony Acreslodge is available free of charge to campus organizations formeetings, workshops and other programs.University CenterThe University Center serves as the heart of the campus,providing a vital link between the academic program and theco-curricular life of the university.In addition to the educational opportunities providedthrough its organizational structure and programs, theUniversity Center provides members of the academiccommunity with the services, conveniences and amenitiesthat they need in their daily life on campus.The facility features a modern bookstore, a conveniencestore, a food court, lounges for gathering, study and quietrelaxation, a reception center for special functions, acomputer lab, senate chambers, meeting rooms, studentorganization offices, and an administrative office suite.The University Center also houses the Campus Card Center,the Career Resources Center and the PSECU Service Center.University Center hours:Monday – Thursday.......................7:30 a.m. to midnight.Friday............................................................7:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.Saturday.............................................................Noon to 10 p.m.Sunday...........................................................Noon to midnightwww.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg UniversityThe university employs registered nurses, physicians andphysician assistants on a full-time basis to care for studenthealth needs at the Health Center located on the first floor ofFlagler-Metzgar Center.The services provided include primary evaluation, diagnosisand treatment, routine gynecological services and patienteducation for minor illnesses and injuries. All major problemsand chronic illnesses are referred to the student’s personalphysician or to a local physician specialist; all seriousaccidents are referred to Pocono Medical Center.Only students who are currently enrolled in classes, who havecompleted their Report of Medical History Form, includingrequired up-to-date immunizations, and have a valid studentID will be treated at the University Health Services. Studentswho leave the University, for whatever reason, for a periodof more than two years, are required to complete new healthexamination forms.The Flagler-Metzgar Health Center maintains a formularywhere many routine prescription medications areconveniently available when ordered by a health centerphysician. Students are encouraged to have some fundsavailable on their e-card to cover elective services andprescription medications that are kept at nominal fees.Special prescriptions also are written when needed; however,costs must be borne by the student at local pharmacies. A selfcarearea with over-the-counter medications and supplies alsoare available at no additional fee.In cases where referral is necessary to either the student’sphysician, a physician specialist, to a hospital or othermedical facility, the costs incurred must be borne by thestudent. Fees for any medical treatment provided away fromthe health center, and for diagnostic testing that includes labtests, X-rays, etc. are the responsibility of the student.All matriculated students must document evidence, viathe mandatory Report of Medical History Form, of specificimmunizations. Pennsylvania law (2002) requires allstudents who reside in university-owned housing to havedocumentation of receiving/refusal of the meningitisvaccine. All students planning to live in university-ownedhousing, prior to being permitted to move in, must submittheir completed Report of Medical History Form whichincludes this information. Students that are non-compliantwill have a hold placed on their records which will preventuniversity transactions.Health Center hours:Fall and Spring Semester:Monday and Tuesday..................................8 a.m. to 6 p.m.Wednesday and Thursday................. 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Friday.............................................................. 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Summer Sessions:Monday – Friday...................................... 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.11University ServicesUniversity Health ServicesFlagler-Metzgar Center | 570-422-3533University Health Services strives to provide health services,wellness education, and disease prevention for students sothey may succeed academically and personally. UniversityHealth Services serves to empower students to take care oftheir own health and to maintain the healthiest lifestylepossible.The health center is closed on weekends, holidays, and whenclasses are not in session.After hours, students with health emergencies should goto Pocono Medical Center emergency room, 570-421-4000.Transportation assistance is available through UniversityPolice, 570-422-2000.

12 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduUniversity ServicesUniversity Health InsuranceAll students of the university are encouraged to havehealth and accident insurance coverage. Current insuranceinformation for an affordable, but limited plan, is availableat the start of the academic year in the “At A Glance”publication.Information is also available on the ESU website for HealthServices. The plan must be purchased at the beginning of thefall or spring semester during the enrollment period. (Certainexceptions are made for students with life changes such aswhen they no longer are covered under a parent’s plan).Additional information is available at University HealthServices, or from the Office of the Vice President for StudentAffairs, 121 Reibman Administration Building.NOTE: All students participating in intercollegiate athletics mustshow proof of acceptable insurance coverage to Athletic TrainingServices.University Store570-422-BOOK (422-2665) | www.esubookstore.comThe University Store, located on the lower level of theUniversity Center, supports the academic and service missionof East Stroudsburg University through the sale of books,supplies, and technology products to the students, faculty,staff, and alumni of the university.The primary function of the store is to provide course books,both new and used, and supplies required for course workas well as other products and services that enhance thecollegiate experience. The faculty and store cooperate in theprocess of making course books available to students.The store offers the following products: general books,educational-priced computer software, supplies, stationery,campus apparel, prerecorded media, greeting cards, glassware,class rings, gifts, and assorted imprinted items. The store alsooffers shipping, fax, money orders, textbook reservation andspecial orders for clothing.University Store hours:Monday – Friday.............................................8 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday............................................................... Noon to 4 p.m.Sunday.....................................................................................ClosedNOTE: Store hours are during the academic year while classesare in session. At the beginning of each semester, the store isopen additional evening hours.Upward Bound570-422-3476Upward Bound is a highly successful, college-based programof rigorous academic instruction, individualized tutoringand counseling for high school students, who are the firstgeneration of their families to consider post secondaryeducation. The program is designed to motivate andacademically prepare these students to successfully completehigh school, and to enter and graduate from college.Upward Bound is structured so that sessions are provided yearround through the summer and academic year components.During the summer, Upward Bound students live on theuniversity campus and participate in an intensive academicprogram, with emphasis on English, mathematics, science,and writing. Electives and counseling also are offered.In the academic year, students receive academic instruction,tutoring, counseling and SAT preparation on Saturdays at EastStroudsburg University. Counselors follow students’ progressin high school and the students learn about the collegeapplication process and financial aid.To apply, contact the Director of Upward Bound at 285 Normal St.,570-422-3476.Women’s Center570-422-3378The Women’s Center, located in Rosenkrans East, provides adrop-in center and supportive networking environment forall campus women—students, faculty and staff.In addition, the Women’s Center offers educationalworkshops on a variety of topics, supports political actionfor social change relevant to women, maintains a resourcelibrary on women’s issues and sponsors student attendance atwomen’s conferences and other special events for Women’sHistory Month in March.The Women’s Center emphasizes and encourages theinvolvement of diverse groups of women including womenof all races and ethnicities, sexual orientations, ages andphysical abilities.The Convenience Store features snacks, sodas, juices, andfrozen and microwaveable foods. It also offers health andbeauty aids, cards, supplies and film. The entrance is onUniversity Plaza near the bridge.Convenience Store hours:Monday – Thursday............................... 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.Friday.............................................................. 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.Saturday and Sunday................................... Noon to 8 p.m.

14 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduAthletic Program||||||||||||| ATHLETIC PROGRAM |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||Intercollegiate ProgramAthletic Director’s office | 570-422-3642 | www.esu.edu/athleticsEast Stroudsburg University’s intercollegiate athletic programconsists of 22 sport teams, 10 for men and 12 for women.ESU’s athletic teams compete in the National CollegiateAthletic Association (NCAA) and hold memberships withseveral conference affiliations that determine the eligibilityrules under which the teams are governed.Questions concerning eligibility should be directed to theAthletic Director’s office, 570-422-3642.All enrolled, full-time students will have the opportunity toparticipate in athletics at East Stroudsburg University. Pleasecontact the head coach of the respective sport in whichyou would like to participate for try-out details, or call theAthletic Director at 570-422-3642. All interested, prospectivestudent athletes must provide proper medical insuranceand administrative documentation as well as completing aphysical examination that is performed prior to try-outs.ESU students are admitted free to all home, regular seasonathletic events by presenting their student ID/eCard.Schedules for each of the athletic teams may be found on theESU athletic homepage.Intercollegiate sports and head coachesAthletic DepartmentDr. Tom Gioglio, Athletic Director........................................570-422-3642Dr. Carey Snyder, Associate Athletic Director...............570-422-3034Nancy Jo Greenawalt, Academic Coordinator............570-422-3795Greg Knowlden, Sports Information Director.............570-422-3312Warrior Hotline.......................................................................570-422-3000Warriors on the Web.......................... www.esu.edu/athleticsCheerleadingTryouts are held to select the football and basketballcheerleading squad late in the spring for returning ESUstudents, and early in the fall for new, incoming students forthe current year.For additional information, call the office of the AthleticDirector at 570-422-3642.Gender Equity Survey ReportAs part of the University’s effort to ensure compliance withthe Higher Education Act and Equity in Athletics DisclosureAct, the Gender Equity Survey Report is on file in theOffices of Intercollegiate Athletics and Admission duringnormal business hours. This report contains informationon participation and financial support as it pertains to EastStroudsburg University’s Intercollegiate Athletics Program.Men’s TeamsFall SeasonCross Country.................................................................Joe KochFootball...................................................................Dennis DoudsSoccer......................................................................Rob BerkowitzWinter SeasonBasketball..................................................................... Jeff WilsonIndoor Track & Field.................................................. Joe KochWrestling......................................................................Joey RiveraSpring SeasonBaseball.........................................................John KochmanskyOutdoor Track and Field...........................................Joe KochWomen’s TeamsFall SeasonCross Country.................................................................Joe KochField Hockey.............................................................Sandy MillerSoccer......................................................................Rob BerkowitzVolleyball................................................................Allison KeeleyWinter SeasonBasketball........................................................... Maureen SmithIndoor Track and Field........................................... Chris MerliSwimming.................................................................. Lisa PizzutoSpring SeasonGolf.............................................................................Al McCormickLacrosse..........................................................................................TBAOutdoor Track & Field............................................ Chris MerliSoftball............................................................................ Jill FuduricTennis........................................................................Al McCormick

About Student OrganizationsStudent organizations at ESU offer opportunities for selfdevelopmentand self-expression. Students themselves makestudent activities successful. All students are encouraged tobecome as involved in student organizations as they can.There are more than 100 organizations, activities and teamsthat have been created from student interest. They are fundedsolely by the Student Activity Association. The wide variety oforganizations includes: publications, athletics, drama, music,service, social, scholastic, cultural, recreational, scholastichonoraries and Student Senate.Role of an Adviser — An adviser to a student organizationshould accept the office in good faith understanding thateach organization needs guidance. An adviser’s main concernshould be to consult with the student organization to supportpersonal and group growth through the activities of theorganization. Advisers should plan to attend all organizationand executive meetings.Advisers should also help students interpret universitypolicies and institutional regulations and requirements. Anyaction by an organization that may violate university policiesand institutional regulations, or otherwise alter its statedpurpose, should be reported by the adviser to the director ofthe University Center and Student Activities.Non-Student Participation in Student ActivitiesPeople who are not members of the academic community arealso welcome to participate in student activities. Many suchpeople make major contributions to our university whilebenefiting from their involvement.General policy is that minors who are not university studentsare not permitted to participate in university activities.Exceptions can be made only after the chairperson or directorof an activity has received approval in writing from theappropriate dean and vice president.Student Activities ParticipationLiability StatementSummary statement: Students are fully responsible for theirparticipation in activities. This responsibility means studentsknow and accept all risks associated with their participation.The East Stroudsburg University Student Activity Association,Inc., in its sponsorship of various student activities andprograms, may or may not provide supervision by means offaculty advisers or otherwise.Prior to engaging in these activities or programs, studentsand other participants should assess the possible risksto themselves or their property resulting from theirparticipation.They should understand that these activities or programsmay be inherently dangerous, regardless of supervision orof safety precautions to reduce the risk, and that, by virtueof their participation in that activity or program, they,www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University||||||||||||| ORGANIZATIONS & ACTIVITIES ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||individually, will have voluntarily and knowingly assumedand accepted any and all risks, both known and unknown,that they may suffer physical injury or disability, includingpermanent paralysis or death, or loss to property, as a result oftheir participation, and that they, individually, have assumedfull responsibility for their participation.In the event that any unusual or significant hazards areobserved during their presence or participation, theyshould immediately notify the nearest official and removethemselves from participation in that activity.As a condition of participating in a Student ActivityAssociation sponsored activity or program, students andother participants may be required to execute a release ofliability, which they should read carefully, wherein they willalso acknowledge assuming the risk of their participation inthat activity or program.This release applies to the East Stroudsburg University StudentActivity Association, Inc., East Stroudsburg University ofPennsylvania, of the Pennsylvania State System of HigherEducation, as well as their respective officers, officials, agentsand/or employees, and other designated individuals orentities, with respect to any and all injury, disability, deathand/or loss or damage to person or property.Extracurricular Organizations15Advisers listed below organization descriptionsActive MindsThe mission of Active Minds is to raise awareness aboutmental health issues, reduce the stigma of mental healthissues, and to change the conversation about mental health.Professor Linda Van Meter | 570-422-3277African American Student AllianceThe African American Student Alliance is a club founded toplan and organize social, cultural and educational activitiesin regard to the African American experience for the mutualbenefit, understanding and appreciation of the total campuscommunity. Membership is open to any interested student.Professor Shannon Frystak | 570-422-3262Anime ClubThe Anime Club strives to celebrate the Japanese culturalexplosion known as Anime. The organization meets todiscuss, and offer presentations on, different aspects ofAnime.Professor Cynthia Leenerts | 570-422-3032Art AssociationThe Art Association provides cultural enrichment forstudents, the campus and the surrounding community.Students organize, plan and develop cultural projects for thecampus.Professor David Mazure | 570-422-3612Athletic Training ClubThe Athletic Training Club provides aspiring professionalswith a better working knowledge of athletic training bysharing ideas and experiences through field trips, lecturesand selected group activities.Professor Scott Dietrich | 570-422-3068.Organizations and Activities

Contemporary Dancers of ESUThe student organization, The Contemporary Dancers, givesstudents an opportunity to participate in dance as a form ofcreative, artistic expression. It has both a social and artisticpurpose, and is open to all students interested in all aspects ofdance performance, production and choreography. Membersparticipate in productions, attend Broadway shows, masterclasses, and other activities.Professor Elizabeth Gibbons | 570-422-3331Council For Exceptional ChildrenThe Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is a professionalorganization dedicated to the advancement of exceptionalpeople. CEC members volunteer their services in helping arearesidents with disabilities.Professor Joyce Burgener | 570-422-3780DESI Student OrganizationThis student organization represents students from theIndian sub-continent. Its goals are to educate the campuscommunity about the issues of unity and diversity.Professor Pattabiraman Neelakantan | 570-422-3002Economics ClubThe club shall aspire to promote the understanding ofeconomics through: the closer relationship between studentsand faculty; invitation of distinguished speakers in thefield of economics and management, and visits to places ofimportant economic activity.Professor Todd Beh | 570-422-3831English ClubThe club is an academic and social organization for Englishand English education majors, as well as any other interestedstudent. It sponsors a yearly reading series and primarily isconcerned with the editing and publishing of Calliope, ESU’sstudent literary magazine.Professor Rick Madigan | 570-422-3382Entrepreneurship ClubThe purpose of the Entrepreneurship Club is to infusecreativity and innovation by providing and sharing accessto tools, resources, and the business community to promotebusiness creation, ownership and sustainability. TheEntrepreneurship Club will be the foundation that buildsmomentum for economic development across the campus,community and northeast Pennsylvania.Brian Pedone | 570-422-7995Environmental ClubThe purpose of the Environmental Club shall be thefacilitation of environmental education and issues awarenesson campus and in the local community.Professor Paul Wilson | 570-422-3212ESU Dance TeamThe purpose of the team is to provide entertainment andschool spirit through dance at athletic and special events. TheDance Team performs at basketball games during the timeouts and at half time. When they are not dancing, they cheeron the ESU athletes.Professor Natalie Schultz-Kahwaty | 570-422-3633www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg UniversityESU Equestrian TeamThe Equestrian Team allows students to compete againstother member universities of the Intercollegiate HorseShow Association. Prior experience with horses is requested.However, students are able to compete at all levels, beginnerthrough advanced. Competitive members must take lessonseach week in order to show for the fall and spring semester.Horses are provided for lessons and shows.Cindy Chardiet-Vojnovic | 570-422-3376Euclid’s ElementsEuclid’s Elements is ESU’s mathematics club. This is anacademic and social club consisting of students interested inmath. The club sponsors luncheon parties with presentationsby math professionals from ESU and the community,video viewings related to math, and attendance at mathconferences. Many of our activities concern careers availableto mathematics majors. The club is also involved withthe Monroe County Mathematics Fair, an annual eventpromoting mathematics for students from kindergarten tohigh school.Professor Jonathan Keiter | 570-422-3870Exercise Science ClubThis club was designed by the students in the Exercise ScienceDepartment. The club offers special experiences to studentsthrough guest speakers, laboratory research projects and toursof industrial fitness centers. Club members may get involvedin activities like designing fitness programs for local fitnesscenters and/or testing and evaluating varsity athletic teams.Dedicated faculty and interested students helped createalmost unlimited practical experiences through the clubProfessor Gregory Dwyer | 570-422-3103Game SocietyThe Game Society allows for networking, healthycompetition, relaxation and social opportunities for thosestudents with an interest in video games.Professor Richard Otto | 570-422-3528German ClubThe purpose of the German Club is to bring together agroup of students interested in sharing and exploringGerman culture. The club also will try to promote interestin the German language and the traditions and customs ofGermany and of the German people.Aneka Meier | 570-422-3403Gymnastics ClubThe club works to promote physical fitness in the sport ofgymnastics. Members socialize, learn new skills and use localfacilities to further their abilities.Professor Kevin Casebolt | 570-422-3230Habitat for HumanityThe mission of the organization is to enable members of theEast Stroudsburg University community to develop localand global communities with people in need by buildingand renovating houses in partnership with the local MonroeCounty affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International.Melissa Grigsby | 570-422-3418Health and Physical Education ClubAll students majoring in Health and Physical Education areeligible for membership in this organization. Its objectivesare to help develop a professional spirit in the membershipand to promote interest and participation in professionalactivities. Programs in the past have included nationallyprominent persons in the fields of administration, teachingand coaching.Professor Caroline Kuchinski | 570-422-310417Organizations and Activities

18 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduOrganizations and ActivitiesHonors Students AssociationThe Association provides an academic and socialenvironment for students who are interested in a broadvariety of academic and cultural enrichment activities, witha focus on connections across disciplines and cultures. Itprovides students with an opportunity to participate in suchactivities and to interact with other students who share theirinterest.Professor Paul Creamer | 570-422-3318Hotel Restaurant ClubESU students seeking a bachelor of science degree in Hotel,Restaurant and Tourism Management and planning a careerin the hospitality field or related major (business, economicsor recreation with interest in the hospitality industry) areeligible and invited to membership in this organization.The club is involved with the hospitality industry throughactivities of the Pocono Mountain Vacation Bureau andprojects sponsored by trade organizations such as theAmerican Hotel/Motel Association, Hospitality Educatorsof the Mid-Atlantic Region, and the National RestaurantAssociation. Club programs feature networking withexecutives and professionals in the hospitality industry,lodging and restaurant property inspections, and field trips tomajor hotel expositions.Professor Robert McMullin | 570-422-3290Ice Hockey ClubThe ESU Ice Hockey Club has displayed large growth anddevelopment in recent years. Competing in the L.V.S.H.L. inAllentown, the club offers the opportunity to participate inand enjoy ice hockey.Madeline Constantine | 570-422-3334International Students OrganizationThe International Students Organization represents theinternational community of ESU. Its purpose is to promoteinternational understanding by developing programs withspeakers, food tastings, dances and fashion shows. Studentsfrom more than 30 countries are represented on campus. TheISO club welcomes any student with international interests.Michael Laffey | 570-422-3527Italian ClubESU’s Italian Club is a group of students sharing Italian-American culture with one another and the community.They develop friendships and fellowship throughparticipation in various academic activities.Ilaria Sacchini | 570-422-3673Latin American AssociationThe Latin American Association is a student-basedorganization designed to expand knowledge andunderstanding of the Latino cultures among club membersand the university community. This organization works toenhance the community’s awareness of the history, language,customs and contributions of the people from Spanishspeakingcountries.Professor Esther Daganzo-Cantens | 570-422-3199Marine Science ClubThe purpose of the Marine Science Club is to increaseunderstanding and involvement in all facets of the marinesciences through guest speakers and trips to aquariums andmarine stations.Professor James Hunt | 570-422-3715Men’s Lacrosse ClubThe Lacrosse Club competes with other university clubs andteams in the area. Some equipment is provided, as well assome funding for travel. The mini-fall season helps to developneeded skills, even for the beginner, in preparation for the fullspring season.Professor Michael Gray | 570-422-3252Men’s Rugby ClubThe game of rugby was invented well over a century ago atRugby College of England, when a soccer player picked up theball and ran with it. Soon, “rugby football” was played aroundEurope and, later, the world. The team competes in both thefall and spring semesters, and is a member of the EasternPennsylvania Rugby Union. The club is 40 members strong,and growing each semester.Patrick Monaghan | 570-422-3729Men’s Volleyball ClubThe purpose of the Men’s Volleyball Club is to provide a safeand fun atmosphere to play volleyball and to compete on thecollegiate club level.Professor Esther Daganzo-Cantens | 570-422-3199Musical Theatre OrganizationThe purpose of the Musical Theatre Organization is toentertain and, most importantly, educate, the student bodyo the value of the art form that combines music, theatreand dance by giving performances and backstage technicalopportunities.Professor Margaret Ball | 570-422-3261Muslim Student AssociationThe purpose of the Muslim Student Association is to servethe best interest of Islam and the Muslims of East StroudsburgUniversity and the local community. Towards that end, theAssociation shall: promote the unity of Muslims on campus;conduct social, cultural, religious and other activities/holidays in the best interest of Islam; arrange for a properplace for Muslims to pray/worship; make Islamic teachingsavailable to those interested.Professor Nurun Begum | 570-422-3371National Student Speech, Language, Hearing AssociationThe purpose of the National Student Speech, Language,Hearing Association is for students to learn about the field ofSpeech Pathology, prepare students for graduate school andperform community service activities.Professor Ann Millett | 570-422-3304Outings ClubThe Outings Club provides students with the opportunity toplan and participate in a wide variety of outdoor adventurepursuits. Outings Club trips include backpacking, alpineskiing/snowboarding, whitewater rafting, outdoor andindoor rock climbing, horseback riding and mountain bikingto name a few. The club provides these opportunities to clubmembers as well as non-members, staff and faculty of theuniversity.Chuck Constantine | 570-422-3334

Pre-Law SocietyThe purpose of the Pre-Law Society is to provide assistance forstudents interested in law, to provide programs and activitiesdealing with or related to the field of law, and preparingstudents for law school applications and admissions.Professor Kenneth Mash | 570-422-3273Pre-Med AssociationThis organization supports and guides pre-medical students,including pre-veterinary, pre-osteopathic, pre-podiatric, preoptometric,and pre-dental, and introduces students to theprofessional medical fields.Professor John Smith | 570-422-3717Pre-Pharmacy ClubThe purpose of the Pre-Pharmacy Club is to encourage andpromote interest in the field of pharmaceutical science,provide academic experiences through visiting relatedindustries and hosting speakers, and provide information tostudents who are interested in the field of pharmacy.Professor William Loffredo | 570-422-3215Pre-Physician Assistant ClubThe purpose of the organization is to provide an opportunityfor aspiring pre-physician assistant students to collectivelyshare experiences and peer support pertaining to courses, jobshadowing, internship opportunities and graduate schoolapplications. Students will receive guidance and insight fromfaculty and guest speakers, and will obtain help in preparingfor graduate school and their careers.Professor Jennifer White | 570-422-3712Phi Sigma Pi National Honor FraternityPhi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity is a coeducationalfraternity open to undergraduate students. Its purpose is tobring together some of the brightest and most motivatedstudents on campus and to work together in a spirit ofexcellence to encourage three ideals: the acquisition anddissemination of information and knowledge throughscholarship; the application of professional skills and thefostering of leadership qualities by promoting and advancingthe welfare of humanity; the fostering of non-discriminatory,fraternal fellowship within our ranks.Professor William Loffredo | 570-422-3215P.R.I.D.E. | People Representing Individual Diversity in EducationThe organization’s purpose is to help foster an understandingof Lesbian/Gay/Bi-Sexual/Transgendered/Queer andAlly (LGBTQA) student issues as they relate to academicand social life, to promote a sense of community, and tofacilitate networking among LGBTQA students. This is doneby providing fellowship with other students interested inLGBTQA issues; promoting equality, opportunity, and accessto all levels of social and educational resources; training andeducational activities; participating in programs sponsoredby other ESU organizations and at other universities; andsponsoring social events for club members.Matthew Simmons | 570-422-3614Psychology AssociationThis organization is for students who have a special interestin the fields of psychology. The association gives studentsthe opportunity to broaden their educational experience inpsychology through individual and group research and fieldtrips. All students enrolled in a psychology curriculum orconcentration, as well as other interested students, are invitedto join.Professor Renee Boburka | 570-422-3328www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg UniversityPublic Relations Student Society of AmericaThe objectives of PRSSA are to encourage understandingof current theories and procedures in public relations,encourage students to adhere to the highest ideals andprinciples in the practice of public relations, and givestudents the opportunity to network with public relationsprofessionals and peers.Professor Cem Zeytinoglu | 570-422-3911Rehabilitative Services Student OrganizationThe Rehabilitative Services Student Organization providesservice and leadership opportunities for students who majorin the rehabilitative services program in the Departmentof Special Education and Rehabilitation. The focus of theorganization is to contribute to the improvement of the livesof individuals with disabilities in the local community.Professor Domenico Cavaiuolo | 570-422-3893Professor Daniel Steere | 570-422-3001Residence Hall AssociationThe Residence Hall Association is the governing body for allresidence hall students. The Association is made up of thepresident and one other student representative from eachof the residence hall Community Boards. The duties of RHAconsists of formulating and recommending policies relatingto the welfare of the residence hall students, the planningand executing of funds allocated by the Student Senate,the planning of social, educational and community serviceprograms for residence hall students and the dissemination ofthe policies and programs that affect the group.Jeter Smith | 570-422-3123R.I.S.K. – Re-Inventing Student KonnectionsThe purpose of R.I.S.K. is to promote drug and alcoholawareness, engage members in peer education, promoteleadership development and provide service to the local andcampus communities.Alyson C. Patascher | 570-422-3298Sign Language ClubThe purpose of the Sign Language Club is to learn andreview sign language, interact with the deaf community,and develop understanding of the deaf culture throughcommunity service.Professor Susan Dillmuth-Miller | 570-422-3684Society of Leadership and SuccessThe Society is a nationwide community organization thatdramatically improves one’s ability to successfully attaindesired outcomes. It guides individuals through the processof identifying and committing to focused and dedicatedactions that lead to personal success.John Robinson | 570-422-3607Society of Physics StudentsThe objectives of the Society of Physics Students shall beto encourage and assist students interested in physics todevelop the knowledge, competence, enthusiasm and socialresponsibility that are essential to the advancement ofphysics.Professor John Elwood | 570-422-3408Sociology ClubThe purpose of the Sociology Club is to help those on campusrealize the importance of social issues. The organizationattempts to educate and to raise funds to make people awareof those things around us.Professor dian fitzpatrick | 570-422-396319Organizations and Activities

20 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduOrganizations and ActivitiesSpanish ClubThe purpose of the Spanish Club shall be to promote, amongall interested students, an understanding and appreciation ofthe Spanish language and culture.Professor Esther Daganzo-Cantens | 570-422-3199Sport Management ClubThe Sport Management Club convenes sport managementundergraduate and graduate students to exchange ideas,promote sport management, advance the professionalinterests of its members, and foster a closer relationshipamong its members and with other campus groups.Professor Paula Parker | 570-422-3874Stage IIStage II is a dramatic club for those interested in all phases ofthe theater. The club has both a social and technical purposeand joins with Alpha Psi Omega to produce plays, attendBroadway productions and encourage dramatic art both oncampus and off campus.Professor Yoshi Tanokura | 570-422-3699Stroud CourierThe Stroud Courier is the student-funded campusnewspaper. The staff consists of students interested in allfacets of journalism, who are responsible for each aspectof publication including news writing and editing, featurewriting, sports reporting, photography, and layout. TheStroud Courier covers issues, events, and activities on campus,the surrounding area, and the world.Professor Fred Misurella, at 570-422-3395Student Nurses Association | SNAThe Student Nurses Association is a way for students to getinvolved early in their university careers. The SNA promotesstudent development and growth, facilitates communityhealth, and encourages beneficial relationships with nursingand related health organizations. Members of SNA serveas the official voice of the nursing student body and serveon departmental committees. Input provided by membersdirectly affects programmatic decisions. SNA memberslead the membership program, attend state and nationalconventions and hold social activities throughout theacademic year.Professor Paulette Dorney | 570-422-3567Student Pennsylvania State Education Association | PSEAThe ESU chapter is a student branch of the PennsylvaniaState Education Association and the National EducationAssociation. Membership includes liability protection,professional journals and other benefits. Field trips, speakersand meetings provide professional background informationfor students interested in the teaching profession.Professor Susan Harlan | 570-422-3044Students in Free Enterprise | SIFEThis organization conducts community outreach projectsrelevant to SIFE’s five educational topics: Market Economics,Success Skills, Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy, andBusiness Ethics.Professor Kathleen Barnes | 570-422-3830Television Production ClubThe club’s purpose is to create visual products for ESUaudiences and to allow its members the opportunity to have ahands-on experience with every position in a TV studio. Theclub also spends time creating production pieces for othergroups.Professor Richard Otto | 570-422-3528Tourism ClubThis club engages students in activities, services, and intereststhat are related to the tourism industry. Club members takepart in field trips, volunteer activities in the community,conference planning and hosting guest speakers.Professor Margaret Persia | 570-422-3762Ultimate Frisbee ClubThe Ultimate Frisbee Club at ESU is an organization designedto foster the development of the sport of Ultimate onthe East Stroudsburg campus. The club meets to practiceapproximately three times weekly during the fall andspring semesters. Interested participants of all skill levelsare welcome to attend. The practices help club members todevelop the disc handling skills necessary for success, whilealso providing a venue for the development of team strategy.The team travels off campus to compete in tournaments withother collegiate Ultimate teams during both the fall andspring semesters.Professor John Elwood | 570-422-3408University Dance CompanyThe University Dance Company is an auditioned group of24-36 women and men who produce the dance performanceeach semester. The Company is open to all students,regardless of major. Auditions take place 4:00-7:00 PM on thesecond Wednesday of the fall semester. The UDC produces adance concert each semester with works in ballet, modern,jazz, tap and contemporary dance styles choreographed andperformed by students, faculty, and guest artists. Membersalso participate in teaching and assisting the CommunityDance Program to gain experience in teaching dance. One (1)credit is available for participation as DANC 315, which maybe repeated for credit.Professor Elizabeth Gibbons | 570-422-3331Veterans of ESUThe purposes of the organization shall be, first and foremost,to ensure that veterans, active duty personnel, reservists andtheir families are receiving all benefits entitled to them andto ensure a contact to readjustment counseling should theyfeel the need. Secondly, our purpose is to provide a fellowshipof like-minded individuals to create a network of studentsand successful alumni in order to provide professional andleadership development.Professor Jeff Weber | 570-422-3754University BandsThe University Bands organization is one of the most activestudent organizations on campus. Students may choose froma wide variety of performing ensembles, most of which areoffered for academic credit toward graduation. Students workclosely with the director to prepare several performances onand off campus each academic year. Student officers gainvaluable administrative and leadership experience workingwith the director and ESU student government. Studentsactively participate in the operation of this very popularand highly visible organization, and also can be selected forstudent conducting opportunities.University/Community Concert Band | UCCBThis band is open to all university and communityinstrumentalists with experience in high school and/oruniversity bands. The UCCB enjoys a tradition of bringingstudents and community members together to enjoy andshare in making music. This group performs standard concertband literature, both old and new, orchestral transcriptions,marches, musical show selections, and a variety of popular

music. The emphasis is on developing musicianship,especially tone, blend, balance, intonation, rhythmicaccuracy, and sight reading. Each semester this ensembleperforms a formal campus concert and at commencementexercises. The band periodically features guest soloists,conductors, and clinicians as featured performers at concerts.Students may register to receive academic credit (MUS 135), ormay participate without credit with approval of the director.Dr. Otis French | 570-422-3172The Warrior Marching Band – The Warrior Marching Bandreturned to ESU’s Eiler-Martin Stadium in 2005 for the firsttime in nearly 30 years. The band participates in all ESU homefootball games, the Pennsylvania Intercollegiate MarchingShow in Allentown, Sounds of the Valley Exhibition atPleasant Valley High School, and traveled with ESU’sNortheast Region Champion football team to the NationalSemi-Finals in Grand Rapids, Mich. The Marching Bandis active during the fall football season, supporting andenhancing team spirit, spectator enthusiasm, and ESU spiritevents.Warrior Band Camp is held one week before the startof fall semester. All students interested in participatingshould contact the director to request a music packet fortheir instrument. Students may be selected for leadershipopportunities as drum major, color guard coordinator, colorguard captain, uniform manager, group leader, section leaderand percussion section leader. All students who participateare eligible to compete for Warrior Band Spirit Scholarships ofup to $500, and for other scholarships depending upon levelof participation.The University Jazz Ensemble – Regularly featuring someof the world’s finest guest jazz musicians, the ESU JazzEnsemble has an exciting history of offering its members theopportunity to perform a wide range of jazz styles. The JazzEnsemble has performed with Benny Carter, Robin Eubanks,Al Grey, Jimmy Heath, Freddie Hubbard, Dave Liebman, LouMarini, Jim Pugh, Marvin Stamm, Clark Terry, Steve Turré,Stanley Turrentine and Phil Woods. The ensemble is opento all ESU students and community members with previousexperience in high school, university, or other communityensembles. ESU students may receive academic credit (1) byregistering for MUS 242.University Woodwind Ensemble – The UniversityWindwind Ensemble performs music written specificallyfor the instruments of the woodwind family. The groupperforms in conjunction with the University Concert Choirevery fall semester, and is also the featured ensemble for the“Winds and Friends” concert. This ensemble is open to allESU students and area community members. Students mayregister for academic credit (MUS 344), or participate withoutcredit with approval from the director.University Brass Ensemble – The University Brass Ensembleperforms music written specifically for the instruments of thebrass family, with an occasional addition of select percussioninstruments. This ensemble is open to all ESU studentsand area community members. Students may register foracademic credit (MUS 343),or participate without credit withapproval from the director. The Brass Ensemble performs inconjunction with the University Concert Choir and as part ofthe University Honors Convocation event. The group is alsothe featured ensemble for the spring semester “Winds andFriends” concert.www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg UniversityBasketball Pep Band – The Basketball Pep Band performsat select home men’s and women’s basketball games. Thispopular ensemble is offered during the spring semester andserves to support and demonstrate team spirit and helpgenerate spectator enthusiasm. This student-led groupperforms a variety of music styles from “top 40” to collegefight songs, and combines with the cheerleading squad toperform rousing spirit songs. The group is open to all ESUstudents, alumni and community members. Students maybe selected for leadership opportunities as student director orsection leader.Band Student Officers | 570-422-3173Choral Ensembles/Vocal Performing ArtsThe Choral and Vocal Music program at ESU offers a widearray of opportunities, from distinctive choral ensembles tosolo performances to private class voice instruction.www.esu.edu/music/singProfessor James Maroney | 570-422-3258Concert Choir is open to all university and communitymembers with previous choral experience. The 60-voiceensemble performs in concert every semester and at campusevents. The group sings a wide range of music, includingmajor works with orchestra. Concert Choir may be taken forcredit (1) as MUS 130 or for non-credit.University Singers is an auditioned group of 14-16 singersselected from Concert Choir and rhythm section specializingin jazz and popular music. In addition to performing oncampus every semester, the group tours every spring with theA Cappella Ensemble. The group is offered for credit (1) asMUS 240, or for non-credit.A Cappella Ensemble is an auditioned group of 16-20 singersselected from Concert Choir specializing in unaccompaniedchoral masterworks. Their repertoire spans seven centuriesin a variety of languages. The ensemble performs in concertevery semester and at university and community functions,as well as touring each spring with the University Singers. Thegroup is offered for one credit as MUS 243, or as non-credit.Applied Voice consists of weekly 30-minute private voicelessons, with opportunities to perform in concert. AppliedVoice earns two credits per semester as MUS 162, and may berepeated for credit up to eight semesters. Permission from theinstructor is required.Class Voice emphasizes singing fundamentals in a smallgroup setting. This two-credit course is offered every otheryear as MUS 110, and participation in Concert Choir isrecommended.Voices of Triumph (Gospel Choir) provides an alternativereligious outlet for students who cannot make it to a houseof worship. This organization allows students a place forspiritual guidance by using their voice as instruments toconnect with their faith and beliefs. The choir participates invarious concerts throughout the year.Professor Patricia Graham | 570-422-345121Organizations and Activities

22 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduOrganizations and ActivitiesWESS FM RadioWESS (90.3FM) is the campus radio station operatedby students. The 1000-watt FM station provides fineprogramming for the community in its role as an alternativeand educational FM radio station. The club gives interestedstudents experience in various phases of radio broadcasting.Professor Robert McKenzie | 570-422-3886Wells for AfricaThe purpose of Wells for Africa is to raise money andawareness regarding the water crisis in Africa.Professor Paul Wilson | 570-422-3212Women for AwarenessWomen for Awareness is an organization formed by studentsto heighten campus awareness about women’s issues and tosupport a gender equitable climate. WFA is actively involvedin organizing consciousness-raising events for campus andcommunity, including the “Take Back the Night” march andthe Women of Distinction Awards ceremony.Professor Mollie Whalen | 570-422-3472Women’s Rugby ClubThe ESU Women’s Rugby Club has been the DivisionII champs in the Eastern Pennsylvania Rugby Union.Experienced and non-experienced players are welcome.Practices are held Monday through Friday, 4-6 p.m.Madeline Constantine | 570-422-3334Eta Sigma Gamma | Gamma Xi | Health Science & EducationEta Sigma Gamma furthers the professional competence anddedication of the individual members in the health science/health education discipline.Professor Steve Shive | 570-422-3330Gamma Theta Upsilon | Omega | GeographyGamma Theta Upsilon is an honorary, professional fraternityin geography. Membership is extended to any student whohas completed at least six semester hours in geography, whohas an average in geography courses above the universityaverage, and who intends to major or minor in geography570-422-3660Iota Tau Kappa | Athletic TrainingThe purpose of Iota Tau Kappa Athletic Training educationhonor society shall be to function as an honor andprofessional society for students in Athletic Training.Activities of the organization shall be designed to stimulateinterest, scholarly attainment, and investigation in AthleticTraining education.Professor Keith Vanic | 570-422-3314Iota Iota Iota | Delta | Women’s Studies & Social ActivismThe Delta Chapter of Iota Iota Iota at ESU recognizes studentsfor scholarship in the area of women’s studies and fordedication to social activism.Professor Mollie Whalen | 570-422-3472Honoraries/National Honor SocietiesHonorary societies are listed alphabetically by national orinternational name, followed by the ESU chapter name whereapplicable, and the organization’s field of interest.Alpha Psi Omega | Iota Omicron | DramaAlpha Psi Omega is an honorary, national dramatic fraternityfor those students who achieve a high standard of work indramatics. To be eligible for membership, students must havesatisfactory scholarship and meet the requirements of boththe national constitution and the local chapter.Professor Susan O’Hearn | 570-422-3885Chi Alpha Epsilon | Epsilon | Developmental ExcellenceThis organization promotes a continuation of high academicstandards, fosters increased communication among itsmembers and honors academic excellence for those studentsadmitted to college via developmental programs.Professor Patricia Graham | 570-422-3060Delta Alpha Pi | Alpha | DisabilitiesDelta Alpha Pi is the international honor society establishedto recognize the academic accomplishments of college anduniversity students with disabilities. The first in the nation,the ESU chapter was founded in 2004 and promotes skills inleadership, advocacy and education.Professor Edith Miller | 570-422-3390Professor Juli Albiero-Walton | 570-422-3161Eta Sigma Delta | Omega | Hospitality & TourismEta Sigma Delta is an international honor society thatrecognizes exceptional academic achievement amonghospitality and tourism students at the baccalaureate level.Professor Carol Miller | 570-422-3685Kappa Delta Pi | Gamma Xi | EducationKappa Delta Pi is an international honor society in education.Membership is by invitation to students who have attaineda quality point average of 3.3 or higher, have completed aminimum of 45 semester hours, and who are committed tomaintain the ideals of the society which include fidelity tohumanity, science, service, and toil. Kappa Delta Pi endeavorsto promote a high degree of professional fellowshipamong its members and to also enhance their professionaldevelopment. The group’s many activities include serviceprojects, guest speakers, conferences, and a variety ofeducational programs.Dean Pamela Kramer-Ertel | 570-422-3364Kappa Kappa PsiKappa Kappa Psi strives to promote the existence and welfareof college and university bands, honor outstanding bandmembers, stimulate campus leadership and foster closerrelationships between college bands.Professor Otis French | 570-422-3172Lambda Pi Eta | Gamma Chi | CommunicationThis honorary recognizes outstanding scholasticachievement in communication. It works to stimulateinterest in communication, encourage professionaldevelopment, exchange ideas, maintain close relationshipsbetween faculty and students, and explore options for furthergraduate education.Professor Andrea McClanahan | 570-422-3697

Moses Society | Resident AdvisersThe Moses Society, an honorary for resident advisers, wasformed on January 22, 2000,to instill a sense of pride andtradition to the Resident Adviser Program at ESU. Thishonorary reflects the commitment, hard work and dedicationof the resident advisers to the Residence Life Program.The society conducts community service projects andplans programs and events for its members. To qualify formembership, one must be a resident adviser in good standingwith the department and the university.Kelly Weaber | 570-422-3583National Residence Hall HonoraryThe National Residence Hall Honorary recognizes studentsliving in the residence halls who have shown exceptionalservice and have provided important leadership in theadvancement of the residence halls at East StroudsburgUniversity. The chapter at East Stroudsburg University isnamed for Ardath E. Houser, former assistant dean of studentsand associate professor in the Counseling Center.Amanda Garcia | 570-422-3583Omicron Delta Epsilon | Alpha Xi | EconomicsThe international honor society of economics, confersdistinction for high scholastic achievement in economics;stimulates and promotes student interest in all aspectsof economics; publishes a journal entitled The AmericanEconomist; and sponsors the Fisher-Taussig AwardCompetition. Membership is open to undergraduate,graduate, faculty, alumni and honorary members. A generalaverage of at least a B and class standing in the upper onethirdof the class is required for student membership.Professor Constantinos Christofides | 570-422-3329Order of Omega | Greek Organization LeadershipThis honorary recognizes outstanding leadershipcontributions by members of Greek organizations.Jazmyn Pulley | 570-422-3429Phi Alpha Theta | Eta Tau | HistoryEta Tau Chapter of Phi Alpha Theta encourages outstandingacademic achievement in history. As the local chapter ofthe national history fraternity, it promotes discussion andinterpretation of history and assists members in furtheringtheir careers as teachers and researchers. Election to PhiAlpha Theta requires an average above 3.25 in 12 hours ofhistory and a similar average in two-thirds of the remainingcourses.Professor Lawrence Squeri | 570-422-3284Phi Epsilon Kappa | Beta Omega | Physical EducationPhi Epsilon Kappa is the national, honorary professionalphysical educational fraternity. This national undergraduatefraternity provides leadership experiences for physicaleducation majors who possess high scholastic ability. BetaOmega Chapter at ESU is the second largest chapter of theseventy-five chapters throughout the nation.Professor Peng Zhang | 570-422-3050Phi Sigma Iota | Gamma Eta | Foreign LanguagesThis organization recognizes outstanding ability andachievements in the study and teaching of foreign languages.It promotes advanced pursuits and individual research in thisfield, as well as the cultural enrichment and internationalunderstanding developed through the knowledge and use offoreign languages.570-422-3407www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg UniversityPi Sigma Alpha | Iota Chi | Political ScienceThis is the national political science honor society.Membership is open to undergraduate and graduate politicalscience students who have completed at least ten semesterhours of work in the field with an average grade of at least B.Professor Samuel Quainoo | 570-422-3275Psi Chi | PsychologyPsi Chi is the national honor society in psychology. Thisorganization advances the science of psychology andencourages its members to maintain scholarship in all fields,especially psychology.Professor Renee Boburka | 570-422-3328Rho Phi Lambda | Mu | Recreation & Leisure ManagementThis national honor society recognizes superior studentsmajoring in recreation and leisure services management.It also encourages professional standards for the leisurefield, stimulates individual professional growth and buildsfriendships among students. Students must have an overall3.0 quality point average as well as a 3.2 QPA in their majorarea of study.Professor Brad Seid | 570-422-3028Sigma Beta Delta | Business ManagementThe purpose of this Society shall be to encourage and recognizescholarship and accomplishment among students of businessmanagement and to encourage and promote aspirations towardpersonal and professional improvement and a life distinguishedby honorable service to humankind.Professor Kenneth Levitt | 570-422-3485Sigma Pi Epsilon Delta | Special Education & RehabilitationThis is an honorary for students majoring in special educationand rehabilitation. The organization strives to recognizestudent excellence, promote leadership opportunities, andcontribute to the campus and community.Professor Daniel Steere | 570-422-3001Professor Caroline DiPipi-Ho | 570-422-3364Professor Heather Garrison | 570-422-3559, advisers.Sigma Phi Omega | Alpha Phi | GerontologyThe Alpha Phi chapter of Sigma Phi Omega, the nationalacademic honor and professional society in gerontology,promotes scholarship, research, professionalism andexcellence in gerontology and aging services. It alsorecognizes high academic and clinical achievement in theseareas. Membership in Alpha Phi is open to members of theuniversity community and the community at large.Professor Elaine Shuey | 570-422-3681Sigma Pi Sigma | PhysicsSigma Pi Sigma is a nationally recognized physics honorsociety within the Society of Physics Students. Studentselected to membership must attain high standards in bothgeneral scholarship and physics.Professor John Elwood | 570-422-3408Sigma Tau Delta | Delta Zeta | EnglishThe Delta Zeta chapter of Sigma Tau Delta, the nationalprofessional English honorary fraternity, was establishedto promote the mastery of written expression, encourageworthwhile reading, and foster a spirit of fellowship amongstudents specializing in English. Scholastic standing andacademic/professional interests in English are chief factors inthe selection of students for membership.Professor Victor Walker | 570-422-338823Organizations and Activities

24 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduOrganizations and ActivitiesSigma Theta Tau | Xi Beta | NursingThis nursing honor society recognizes undergraduate andgraduate students, faculty and professional nurses who havedemonstrated superior scholastic, leadership and nursingachievements. The chapter was established to encourage andsponsor research, as well as to develop nursing leadership andto support nurse scholars.Professor Marcia Gasper | 570-422-3757Sigma Xi | Sciences & MathematicsThe Scientific Research Society recognizes high academicachievement by seniors and graduate students majoring inthe sciences and mathematics. The society was founded atCornell University in 1886 to recognize high achievement inscientific research. Today Sigma Xi has over 120,000 activemembers in more than 500 institutional clubs and chapters.The ESU Sigma Xi chapter was chartered in 1972.Professor Paul Wilson | 570-422-3212Social Fraternities and Sororitieswww.esu.edu/greekThe fraternities and sororities that comprise the socialGreek system provide a wide variety of educational,social, academic, philanthropic and leadership activities,events and programs for ESU students. Greek life is basedupon brotherhood, sisterhood and friendship. ESU Greekorganizations strive to excel in all areas of student life,including: academics, community service, leadership andpersonal development. Being Greek provides a unique,diverse experience where students learn teamwork, timemanagement, financial and organizational skills, and theimportance of friendship and social responsibility that willhelp them as they become alumni and enter into “the realworld.”Greeks are actively involved in most extracurricular activitiesat ESU including intercollegiate athletics and recreationleagues.Inter-Fraternity CouncilThe Inter-Fraternity Council (IFC) is the central governingbody of the fraternity system and is composed ofrepresentatives from each of the fraternities on campus.This group promotes and regulates activities of thefraternities. Fraternities place emphasis on brotherhood andeducational achievement, and their members are afforded theopportunity to grow socially and intellectually.Panhellenic CouncilThe College Panhellenic Council (CPHC) is composed ofrepresentatives from the sororities on campus, and helpspromote the objectives and goals of the sorority system.It also serves as the regulatory group for the activities ofthe sororities. Considerable emphasis is placed on highscholarship as well as social growth and development.The sororities are involved in many campus activities andcommunity service projects. The sororities cooperate in everyway to make the Greek system a meaningful and an integralpart of the student’s education.MembershipAt the beginning of each semester fraternities and sororitiesconduct recruitment events for the purpose of selectingnew members. In order to be eligible for membership in thesocial Greek system at ESU a student must be at least a secondsemester freshman, be enrolled in a minimum of six credits,and have at a least a 2.2 cumulative Quality Point Average.(Transfer students must have completed 12 credits at thecollege level)For a current list of recognized fraternities or sororitieseligible to extend invitations to membership please contactJazmyn Pulley, Assistant Director of Student Activities, at 570-422-3429, or check the Greek Life website at www.esu.edu/greek.Accepting membership into an organization not eligibleto have new members, or joining an organization withoutmeeting the minimum standards listed above is a violation ofthe policies of the Office of Greek Affairs, and the student(s)involved, as well as the organization, may be subject toreferral to the Office of Student Conduct and CommunityStandards.PublicationsThe Stroud CourierThe Stroud Courier is the campus newspaper publishedweekly by a staff selected from interested students. Thenewspaper covers campus issues and events.Professor Fred Misurella | 570-422-3395Student HandbookThe Student Handbook, prepared biannually by the StudentAffairs staff, in conjunction with the Office of UniversityRelations, is a collection of information about life on thecampus. The Student Handbook provides students withimportant information about activities, organizations,regulations and policies.

Student Alcohol PolicyEast Stroudsburg University students regardless of ageare prohibited from engaging in the use, consumption,possession, sale, distribution or abuse of alcoholic beverageson the East Stroudsburg University campus or on propertyand facilities supervised by the University or duringUniversity sponsored events and activities.Students found in violation of this policy will facedisciplinary action and may also be cited for violating anyand all applicable law, ordinance or regulation.The University expects students to maintain good conductand obey laws on and off campus, but it is not responsiblefor enforcing laws at off campus activities not sponsored bythe University. However, the University reserves the right totake disciplinary action against students who violate lawsregarding alcohol during off campus activities where theachievement of the University’s educational objectives, theprotection of rights of others or the interest of the Universitymay be involved. See Student Handbook, Student Code ofConduct, Article XI, Off-Campus Student Behavior.East Stroudsburg holds the health and safety of itscommunity members as a primary concern. As such, studentsthat seek medical assistance for themselves or others relatedto the consumption of drugs or alcohol will not be chargedwith violations of the East Stroudsburg University Code ofConduct related to that consumption. See Student Handbook,University Policies, Medical Amnesty Policy.Conduct StandardsThe following is a non-exhaustive list of examples of conductthat constitutes violations of this Student Alcohol Policy andmay result in disciplinary action against the student:1. Engaging in the use, consumption, possession, sale,distribution or abuse of alcohol on campus or at a universitysponsored activity.2. Participating in an on campus gathering where alcohol isbeing served and consumed.3. Receiving a citation from university, regional or state policefor violating local, state or federal laws against alcoholconsumption or for behavior related to misconduct which isthe result of alcohol consumption.4. Exhibiting behavior that would lead a university official tobelieve that alcohol has deterred good judgment and decisionmaking.Disciplinary ProcessStudents who engage in conduct that violates this policywill be subject to the disciplinary process explained in theEast Stroudsburg University Student Code of Conduct. Thedisciplinary process affords the student due process throughnotice, opportunity for a hearing and an opportunity for anappeal. Penalties for violating this policy are subject to thereview of the adjudicator, but may include the following:www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University||||||||||||| UNIVERSITY POLICIES ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||For the first Student Alcohol Policy violation — DisciplinaryProbation for a minimum of one year with alcohol educationor required alcohol assessment, and parental notification forstudents under 21.For the second Student Alcohol Policy violation — DeferredSuspension for a minimum of one year with required alcoholassessment or counseling referral.For the third Student Alcohol Policy violation — Suspensionfrom enrollment for a minimum of one semester withrequired documentation of alcohol counseling upon return.Campus ResourcesThe university provides continuous programming toencourage alcohol awareness, education, counseling,and information to assist students in understanding theirresponsibility to adhere to this policy and to all local, stateand federal laws regarding alcohol consumption.Students may be directly referred to the following personswhose departments will assist in the implementation of thispolicy and will make referrals for counseling, treatment andeducation:Dr. Nancy WeaverStudent Conduct & Community Standards2nd floor, Flagler-Metzgar BuildingAllyson Patascher, CoordinatorAlcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs2nd floor, Flagler-Metzgar BuildingDonna Salch, Student Health EducatorStudent Health CenterDr. John Abbruzzese, Director,Counseling & Psychological Services2nd floor, Flagler-Metzgar BuildingAnimal PolicyPets, especially dogs, are permitted on campus only under thedirect control of the owner and on a leash, chain, or otherdevice which secures its control by the owner.Pets are not permitted in any buildings of East StroudsburgUniversity. Service animals are the only exception.Confining a pet by chain, leash or other means (i.e. tied toa tree, railing, etc.) on the university grounds is prohibited.Allowing pets to run free on campus is also prohibited.University Police are authorized to pick up any pets inviolation of these rules. Such pets will be taken to the MonroeCounty SPCA shelter. The pet’s owner is responsible for anycosts incurred in this process.These regulations complement existing state and local laws.Any student who has a pet on campus in violation of theserules is subject to disciplinary action under the Student Codeof Conduct.25University Policies

26 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduUniversity PoliciesDiscrimination and Harassment PolicyIntroductionEast Stroudsburg University is committed to providingan environment free from harassment and other formsof discrimination based upon race, color, national origin,religion, sex, disability, age or veterans’ status. Such anenvironment is a necessary part of a healthy learningand working atmosphere because such discriminationundermines the sense of human dignity and sense ofbelonging of all people in the environment.Discrimination and harassment are currently under federallaw by Titles IV, VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, asamended, and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972and under state law by the Pennsylvania Human RelationsAct.In addition, various other constitutional provisions,statutes and common law causes of action prohibit suchdiscriminatory conduct. It is the policy of the university toenforce these laws among its students and employees.East Stroudsburg University is committed to eliminatingincidents of illegal discrimination in personnel policies andpractices within the institution through affirmative efforts ateducation and support. When violations of this policy occur,various forms of disciplinary action, where appropriate, maybe imposed within the parameters of protected speech.PolicyA. No student or employee of the university or contractor/vendor conducting business with the university may engagein illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationalorigin, religion, sex, disability, age, or veterans’ status whenassigning education-related or work-related benefits andburdens.B. No student or employee of the university, or contractor/vendor conducting business with the university, may engagein illegally harassing conduct which creates a hostile learningor work environment for other students or employees of theuniversity.C. No university employee may create the perception in themind of a reasonable student or subordinate that the grantingor withholding of tangible academic or job benefits shall bebased on the granting of sexual favors.D. University employees with supervisory responsibility whohave been informed in writing or verbally by subordinates orhave reason to know that this policy is being violated musttake action to correct the situation. Supervisors shall refer thematter to the Office of Diversity and Equal Opportunity.E . It is the policy of the university to provide fair, expeditiousand uniform procedures by which claims for such treatmentmay be investigated and resolved within the universitycommunity. It is also the policy of the university to safeguardthe rights of those accused of discrimination. For thatreason, sanctions shall not be imposed upon any studentsor employees of the university until they have received dueprocess.Drug-Free Schools and Campuses ActsThe Federal Drug-Free Schools and Campuses ActAmendments of 1989 (Section 22, Drug Free Schools andCampuses) requires the university to provide students withinformation about drug policies, standards of conductthat prohibit illegal drug and alcohol use, a description ofapplicable legal sanctions, a description of drug or alcoholsupport services and a description of the health risksassociated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse ofalcohol.Various sections of this handbook address the requirementsof the law, specifically, those sections listed under universitypolicies: Narcotics and Drugs, Student Alcohol Policy, and underthe Student Code of Conduct.Drug use can directly affect a student’s educational goals.Drugs interfere with the learning process by disrupting thebrain’s ability to take in, sort out and synthesize information.Alcoholism and drug addiction are obvious health risksassociated with drugs and alcohol. But students should notesome other risks:n Psychological dependencyn Mental health problemsn Stressn Driving under the influencen Causing physical injury to self and/or someone elsebecause of the impairmentn Loss of self-controln Distorted sense of realityn Physical problems (hardening of the arteries, heartpalpitations, cirrhosis of the liver, pancreatic cancer,brain disease, lung disease, loss of memory, irritationof the respiratory tract, nausea, dizziness, perceptionproblems)There are many drug and alcohol educational programsregularly scheduled on campus during the year. Internally,the university can provide students with counseling via theCounseling and Psychological Services Center and supportservices to combat their abuse problem. Students foundresponsible for alcohol-related violations are sanctioned bythe Student Conduct Office to successfully complete theAlcohol.Edu course on line. In addition, students who requiremore in-depth therapy are referred to local rehabilitationand treatment programs or are given information on serviceslocated near their home. Also, many agencies and programswithin the local community offer assistance and supportgroups for alcohol and drug abuses. Some are AlcoholicsAnonymous, Al-Anon, Drug and Alcohol Commission, andNarcotics Anonymous.Nationally, there is the National Institute of Drug Abusehotline, 1-800-662-HELP, or the website www.drughelp.org forup to date information and referral sources. Students mustbe aware of the legal ramifications of their actions related todrug and alcohol use.The possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcoholat East Stroudsburg University is prohibited. Any violation ofthis policy can result in the person/persons involved beingcharged under applicable state and federal law as well as beingdisciplined by the university.

Hazing Prevention PolicyEast Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania (the “University)supports activities that are constructive, educational, andcontribute to the intellectual and personal developmentof students. The University unequivocally opposes anysituation created intentionally to produce mental or physicaldiscomfort, embarrassment, harassment or ridicule ofmembers or initiates in any university recognized studentorganizations, club sports or athletic teams.Hazing is defined by Pennsylvania Statute as:Any action or a situation which recklessly or intentionallyendangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student orwhich willfully destroys or removes public or private property forthe purpose of initiation or admission into or affiliation with,or as a condition for continued membership in any organizationoperating under the sanction of, or recognized as, an organizationby an institution of higher education. The term shall include,but not be limited to, any brutality of a physical nature, suchas whipping, beating, branding, forced calisthenics, exposureto the elements, forced consumption of any food, liquor, drug orother substance, or any other forced physical activity which couldadversely affect the physical health and safety of the individual,and shall include any activity which would subject the individualto extreme mental stress, such as sleep deprivation, forced exclusionfrom social contact, forced conduct which could result in extremeembarrassment, or any other forced activity which could adverselyaffect the mental health or dignity of the individual, or any willfuldestruction or removal of public or private property. For purposesof this definition, any activity as described in this definitionupon which the initiation or admission into or affiliation withor continued membership in an organization is directly orindirectly conditioned shall be presumed to be “forced” activity,the willingness of an individual to participate in such activitynotwithstanding. (24 P.S.§ 5352)Actions that are prohibited by University policy include, butare not limited to, the following:n Any type of initiation or other activity where there is anexpectation of individuals joining a particular studentorganization or team to participate in behavior designedto humiliate, degrade, or abuse them, regardless of theperson’s willingness to participate;n Forcing, requiring or pressuring an individual to consumealcohol, drugs, or ingest any other substance;n Forcing, requiring or pressuring an individual to shaveany part of their body, including the hair on their head;n Forcing, requiring or pressuring an individual toparticipate in any activity which is illegal, publiclyindecent, or contrary to the individual’s genuine moralsor beliefs (i.e., public profanity, lewd conduct, sexualgestures, sexual acts, public nudity, or engaging in publicstunts);n Any activity that creates a risk to health and safety of anymember of the campus community or risk of damage toUniversity property;n Any activity that recklessly endangers the mental healthof a student or subjects individuals to extreme stress;n Physical abuse of any type, including but not limitedto: sleep deprivation; physical confinement; paddling;beating or hitting of another person; forced or requiredcalisthenics, such as push-ups, sit-ups, etc.;www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg Universityn Forcing, requiring or pressuring an individual to wear, inpublic, apparel that is conspicuous and not within thenorm of what is considered in good taste; andn Morally degrading or humiliating games or otheractivities that make a member the object of amusement,ridicule or intimidation.Students found in violation of this policy statement willbe subject to discipline that may include, but is not limitedto: organization, team and University probation; lossof scholarship; suspension from the organization, fromthe team, and from the University; and expulsion fromthe organization; expulsion from the team and from theUniversity. The student organization, club sport, or athleticteam found in violation of this policy may be subject to groupdiscipline that can include, but is not limited to: team ororganization probation; restitution; cancellation of the entireseason; and suspension of the organization. Educationalprograms and the fulfillment of community service may alsobe required.Rules regarding new member educationIntent:Any new member education program should strive for thefamiliarization of each new member with active members ofthe organization, club sport, or athletic team; with specificorganizational and University policies and proceduresgoverning member activities; and with the values and historyof their chosen organization. Such a program should bemeaningful, constructive, and in no way detrimental to theacademic pursuits of the individual.Basic requirements:1. All new members must be full time students (enrolled in aminimum of 12 credits), additional criteria may apply toGreek organizations, club sports, and athletic team members.2. The period of new member education shall be devoid ofany activity which is in violation of the East StroudsburgUniversity (ESU) Anti-Hazing Policy. (Described in detailabove.)3. New member activities may only take place between thehours of 8 a.m. and 12 midnight. Overnight activities areonly permitted if they do not interfere with classes, academicachievements and/or sleep requirements as noted in section#6 of this document. Such acceptable activities includeformals, and campus sponsored projects on campus or in thecommunity.4. Activities must be constructive. Examples are communityservice projects, educational programs and social events(brotherhood/sisterhood events, founders’ days, alumnireceptions, etc.) All individual and group activities mustcomply with the standards established within the EastStroudsburg University Student Code of Conduct.5. New members activities shall NEVER interfere with therights and activities of others and should always be a positivereflection of the University community as a whole.Distribution of the Anti-Hazing Policy:1. The ESU Anti-Hazing Policy must be distributed by eachstudent organization president, or club sport and athleticteam captain to his or her membership at large. Members ofathletic teams, club sport teams, and Greek organizations arerequired to complete a student agreement acknowledgingreceipt and acceptance of the policy requirements prior toactive participation in the team or organization.27University Policies

28 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduUniversity Policies2. Organizations have a responsibility to protect their newmembers from any wrongdoing with regard to alumnimembers. Individuals of the organization or the organizationitself can be held responsible and accountable under theUniversity Code of Conduct and this Anti-Hazing Policyfor the actions of its members. It is the responsibility of theorganization or team’s leadership group to inform alumniof the University’s Anti-Hazing Policy. Your recognition andstatus as a student, organization or team are at risk.Organizations will be held accountable:i. When a violation is committed by one or more officers and/or members of the organization and is supported by theorganization’s practices, customs, or traditions;ii. When a violation was authorized, encouraged, ortolerated by one or more officers and/or members of theorganization acting on behalf of the organization withinthe scope of their office or membership;iii. When the organization, through its membership, fails totake action to prevent violations of University policy.3. Any person participating in, suffering from or witnessingan act in violation of this policy is expected to report theincident in a timely manner to the appropriate universityofficer(s), as well as to the appropriate student-governinggroup.The organization will be subject to the university disciplinaryprocedures, as well as to the consequences of appropriatestatutes, including the Pennsylvania Anti-Hazing Act.Violations and sanctionsIn all cases, when a hazing allegation is filed, theorganization’s faculty and/or alumni advisers, coaches, andgoverning groups or organizations will be notified that anallegation has been made. The details of the allegation will beforwarded to the Office of Student Conduct for investigation.Not only may there be consequences for both individualsand the organization at the University level, but individualsand the organization may be subject to civil and/or criminalcharges.Hazing is a criminal offense that is punishable by up toone year in prison. Pennsylvania Act 175 of 1986 permitsuniversities to suspend, expel, or fine students whoparticipate in hazing activities. It also allows the Universityto withhold transcripts and diplomas in order to force thepayment of any fines www.stophazing.org/laws/pa_law.IndividualsAll information regarding individuals suspected of beingin violation of this policy will be forwarded to the Office ofStudent Conduct pursuant to the ESU Code of Conduct. Theinformation also will be forwarded to the ESU Chief of Policefor investigation for violation of state law.Recognized organizations, club sports,and athletic teamsViolations of this policy by a recognized organization, clubsport or athletic team will result in sanctions. These sanctionsmay be in addition to any action taken by the Office ofStudent Conduct or law enforcement. The exact sanction(s)levied will be determined based upon the circumstances ofeach violation. Potential sanctions are defined as follows:1. Official Warning: A mild form of reprimand. Such a warningindicates to the organization that future violations during theperiod covered by the warning may result in more stringentsanctions. An official warning shall not usually extendbeyond two (2) semesters.2. Restitution: The organization is required to make payment forreplacement of public or private property or for damages topublic or private property, in addition to other disciplinarysanctions.3. Campus/Community Service: The organization is requiredto perform a specified number of hours of service to thecampus/community. When appropriate, the service providedis related to the disciplinary infraction.4. Educational Sanctions: Hazing education, alcohol and/or other drug education; anger management education;other educational sanctions may include writing a paper,presenting a program, attending a workshop, etc.Organizational sanctionsThe University’s Student Code of Conduct, administeredby the Office of Student Conduct, contains organizationalsanctions that may include any of the above, but may alsoinclude the following:1. Suspension of Organization Recognition: Universityrecognition is suspended for a specified length of time notto exceed four years. During the time of suspension, theorganization will cease to function at the University and isdenied all benefits of University recognition including, butnot limited to, new member recruitment. In order for theorganization to regain its status after suspension it mustdemonstrate evidence of organizational changes intended toeliminate the potential for repeated violations of the StudentCode of Conduct or any other applied University policy.2. Termination of Organization Recognition: Universityrecognition status is lost and the relationship between theorganization and the University is terminated indefinitely.The organization and any part of its membership will ceaseto function at the University. The vice president for StudentAffairs may review the potential for the organization’s returnto campus after a minimum of seven academic years fromtermination status.**Penalties will apply to other Greek organizations that hostfunctions with a fraternity or sorority that has lost its Universityrecognition.Unrecognized organizationsViolations of this policy by an unrecognized organizationwill be handled the same as individuals in violation of thepolicy (see above). Each member of the “organization” willbe treated as an individual. The international headquartersthat the unrecognized group claims to represent also will benotified of the hazing allegations.Involuntary Administrative Withdrawalfor Reasons of Mental HealthSome students may behave in ways that endanger themselves,others or university property. In such cases, the student maybe subject to involuntary administrative withdrawal from theuniversity to seek treatment.PolicyA student will be subject to involuntary administrativewithdrawal from the university for mental health reasons ifa licensed psychologist or psychiatrist determines that thestudent is suffering from a mental disorder, and as a resultof that disorder, engages or threatens to engage in behaviorwhich:

1. Poses a danger of causing physical harm to self or others;2. Would cause significant property damage;3. Substantially impedes the day-to-day activities of others;4. Indicates that the student is unable to successfullycomplete current academic and classroom requirements atthe university.The total time of an involuntary administrative withdrawalis established by the Vice President for Student Affairsin consultation with the Director of Counseling andPsychological Services Center (or designee).Students may not return to the university until they nolonger show the behavior that resulted in the administrativewithdrawal.This must be determined by a licensed psychologist,independent of East Stroudsburg University, in conjunctionwith the recommendations of the Director of Counselingand Psychological Services (CAPS). The conditions underwhich the student may return will be established by the VicePresident for Student Affairs (or designee).Guidelines and Procedures1. Referrals for evaluation should be submitted to CAPS and/or the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs. Inemergency situations, University Police should be notifiedimmediately.2. The Director of CAPS (or designee) will submit an evaluationof the student’s condition with supporting documentation.The student may be referred for evaluation by a licensedpsychologist or psychiatrist chosen by the institution. Insituations where the student is hospitalized, an evaluationby a psychiatrist or psychologist from the hospital’s mentalhealth unit will be required.3. The student will be given the opportunity to appear beforethe Vice President for Student Affairs and the Director of theCounseling and Psychological Services (or designee) to reviewthe reasons for the involuntary administrative withdrawal.4. The student will be notified in writing at least five workingdays prior to the informal hearing and be informed of thereasons for the involuntary administrative withdrawal.5. The informal hearing shall be conversational and nonadversarial.The Vice President for Student Affairs shallexercise active control over the proceeding.6. The student may choose to be accompanied at the informalhearing. Those accompanying the student will be permittedto participate in the discussion.7. The informal hearing may be conducted in the absence of astudent who fails to appear after proper notice.8. The Vice President for Student Affairs (or designee)may permit a university official and the mental healthprofessional who prepared the evaluation to appear at theinformal hearing and to present evidence in support of anywithdrawal recommendation. The informal hearing shallbe tape recorded by the Vice President for Student Affairs (ordesignee).9. A written decision shall be rendered by the Vice Presidentfor Student Affairs within five days after completion of theinformal hearing. The written decision should containa statement of reasons for any determination leading toinvoluntary withdrawal. The student should also be advisedas to when a petition for reinstatement would be considered,along with any conditions for reinstatement.10. The decision of the Vice President for Student Affairs maywww.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg Universitybe appealed to the President of the University for one of thefollowing reasons:a. Lack of due process,b. Lack of substantial evidence, andc. New evidence that has become available which wouldsubstantially change the nature of the case.11. An appeal must be filed within three days of receipt ofthe written decision. The President’s decision is final andconclusive.12. Reasonable deviation from these procedures due to crisisand/or emergency situations will not invalidate a decisionor proceeding unless significant prejudice to a student mayresult.Medical Amnesty PolicyNote: This University policy is intended to provide amnestyfrom East Stroudsburg University Code of Conduct charges ifdeemed applicable. It in no way extends amnesty from civilor criminal charges brought by local, state, or federal lawofficers.In 2011, an amendment to Pennsylvania Law 18 Pa.C.S.(Crimes and Offenses) added a subsection to Section 6308creating immunity from prosecution for a person under theage of 21 for the possession or consumption of alcoholicbeverages if law enforcement, including campus safety police,became aware of the possession or consumption solelybecause the individual was seeking medical assistance forsomeone else.The person seeking the assistance must reasonably believe heor she is the first to call for assistance, must use his own namewith authorities, and must stay with the individual needingmedical assistance until help arrives. Students seekingimmunity from prosecution under this subsection of the lawmust contact the law enforcement agency that issued thecitation for their consideration of the matter.I. Philosophya. The health and safety of members of the East StroudsburgUniversity community is a primary concern.b. Students need to seek immediate medical attention forthemselves or others when someone’s health and/or safetyare at risk.c. Students may be reluctant to seek assistance for himself orherself or someone else for fear of facing action from theOffice of Student Conduct.d. East Stroudsburg University seeks to remove barriers thatprevent students from seeking the medical attention theyneed.II. PolicyNOTE: This Policy only provides amnesty from violations of theEast Stroudsburg University Code of Conduct. It does not grantamnesty for criminal, civil, or legal consequences for violations offederal, state, or local law.a. Students who seek emergency medical attention forthemselves related to consumption of drugs or alcoholwill not be charged with violations of the East StroudsburgUniversity Code of Conduct related to that consumption,provided that the student subsequently completes anevaluation and any recommended treatment at the29University Policies

30 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduUniversity PoliciesUniversity Counseling and Psychological Services centerwithin a reasonable time frame to be determined bythe Office of Student Conduct. Failure to complete thisevaluation/treatment may result in charges being filed withthe Office of Student Conduct.b. Students who seek emergency medical attention forsomeone else will not be charged with violations of theEast Stroudsburg University Code of Conduct related toconsumption of alcohol, drugs or intoxication, provided thatthe student subsequently completes an evaluation and anyrecommended treatment at the University Counseling andPsychological Services center within a reasonable time frameif determined necessary by the Office of Student Conduct.c. Student Organizations are required to seek immediatemedical assistance for their members or guests whenany potential health risk is observed, including medicalemergencies related to the use of alcohol and/or drugs. AStudent Organization that seeks immediate assistance fromappropriate sources will not be charged with violations ofthe East Stroudsburg University Code of Conduct related toproviding alcohol, providing that the organization completesany educational programming required by the Office ofStudent conduct and the Office of Greek Affairs. However, theorganization can and will be held accountable for any otherviolations of the Code of Conduct related to the incident (e.g.endangering the health or safety of others, covered smokedetectors, etc.).Student Organizations that fail to seek immediate medicalassistance for members or guests in need of attention willlikely be charged with violations of the Code of Conductand face dissolution or termination as the outcome of suchcharges. It is imperative that student organizations seekmedical assistance for their members or guests in such anemergency situation.d. This Policy applies only to those students or organizationsthat seek emergency medical assistance in connection withan alcohol or drug-related medical emergency and does notapply to individuals experiencing an alcohol or drug-relatedmedical emergency who are found by University employees.(i.e. University Police, Faculty, administrative staff, residencehall staff including RAs.)e. The East Stroudsburg University Medical Amnesty Policyis not intended to shield or protect those students ororganizations that repeatedly violate the Code of Conduct.In cases where repeated violations of the East StroudsburgUniversity Code of Conduct occur, the University reservesthe right to take conduct action on a case-by-case basisregardless of the manner in which the incident was reported.Additionally, the University reserves the right to adjudicateany case in which the violations are egregious.f. The Office of Student Conduct reserves the right to contactany student to discuss an incident whether or not the EastStroudsburg University Medical Amnesty Policy is in effect.* FOR ASSISTANCE IN AN EMERGENCY SITUATION CONTACTTHE EAST STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY POLICE AT 422-2000or 422-3063.Narcotics and DrugsThe administration of the university fully supports theestablished laws regarding the use of narcotics and drugs.It is in no position to condone any violation of suchlaws. The Code of Conduct accepted by the academiccommunity makes this very clear. Because drug problemsare often complex, the university will make every effort tohelp students with such problems. Students may go to theCounseling and Psychological Services Center secure thattheir confidence will be held by the staff. However, studentsmust remember that drug problems discovered in thenormal course of administrative operations will be treated asdisciplinary matters.The university will not be a haven for illegal drug use ortrafficking in drugs. The university will not ordinarily involveother law enforcement agencies in solving its own problemsin such matters, but it certainly will seek assistance fromthese agencies should a particular drug problem becomeserious, particularly that of trafficking in illegal drugs. By thesame token, students should understand that the universityadministration will not interfere with any law enforcementagency which feels it must come on campus to resolveunlawful activity.The administration of the university asks that all members ofthe academic community accept their responsibilities withinthe framework of established laws. This will help avoid seriousproblems for the academic community, especially students.Off-Campus Student Address RequirementStudents are required to provide local off-campus addressesand telephone numbers to Enrollment Services/Records andRegistration. The university has developed a local address andtelephone registry to improve communications and provideservice to off-campus students. The university depends onlocal directory information for faculty/staff contact andcontacting students in an emergency.Seizure of ContrabandThe university has the right to seize any contraband found oncampus.Sexual Harassment Policy StatementOffice of Diversity | 570-422-3656Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination. It occursin a variety of situations which share a common element: theinappropriate introduction of sexual activities or commentsinto the working or learning environment.Often, sexual harassment involves relationships of unequalpower, and contains elements of coercion — as whencompliance with requests for sexual favors becomes acriterion for personal advancement, financial gain, academicachievement, or any other benefit that might accrue.However, sexual harassment may also involve relationshipsamong equals, as when repeated sexual advances ordemeaning verbal behavior have a harmful effect on aperson’s ability to study, work, or live in the academic setting.The following types of behavior are examples of what mayconstitute sexual harassment:n Verbal harassment including sexually offensive orchauvinistic language that is severe and pervasiven Inappropriate remarks about another’s body, clothing orsexual activitiesn Subtle or overt pressure for sexual activity

www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University31n Inappropriate touching, patting or pinchingn Leering or ogling another’s bodyn Generalized sexist remarks or behaviorn Inappropriate and offensive uninvited sexual advancesn Solicitation of sexual activity or other sex-linked behaviorby promise of rewardn Sexual assaultn Coercion of sexual activity by threat of punishmentPolicy StatementEast Stroudsburg University, consistent with its efforts tofoster an environment of respect for the dignity and worth ofall members of the university community, holds that sexualharassment o students and employees is unacceptable andimpermissible conduct.All members of the East Stroudsburg University communityare responsible for knowing this policy.Academic and other administrators are responsible forreferring to the Director of Diversity complaints of alleged oractual sexual harassment including incidents where reprisalfor reporting sexual harassment has occurred.The following persons have been designated to provideinformation, support, and assistance for issues of sexualharassment and institutional climate that adversely affectsand discriminates against students and employees on thebasis of gender:Dr. Victoria Sanders, Assistant to the President& Associate Vice President for Inclusion & EquityRoom 204, Reibman Building | 570-422-3547Dr. Doreen Tobin, Vice President for Student AffairsRoom 121 Reibman Building | 570-422-3463Dr. John Abbruzzese, Counseling& Psychological Services DirectorFlagler-Metzgar Building | 570-422-3277Teresa Fritsche, Director, Human Resources ManagementRoom 105 Reibman Building | 570-422-3422These persons will hold inquiries and private discussions,helping the individual understand all options available, andsupporting decisions about what action, if any to pursue.A complaint may be pursued through an informal and/or aformal process. All complaints are referred to the Office ofDiversity or to the Office of Student Conduct.The informal process seeks to mediate a resolution of thecomplaint. The formal process may carry with it warning,suspension, or other appropriate sanction.For a more detailed copy of the policy, or if you havequestions, contact the Office of Diversity at 570-422-3656.Smoking PolicySmoking is prohibited in all university buildings, including studentresidence hall rooms. Smokers are not permitted to smoke within20 feet of building entrances or exits. SmokeFree zones have beencreated around campus and are defined by painted red lines.(One of the no smoking zones is the courtyard area between theUniversity Center and the Keystone Room.)For a complete copy of the policy, or if you have anyquestions, contact the University Police at 570-422-3063.Soliciting and SalesSoliciting and selling for private or commercial gain are notpermitted on the university campus. Student groups mayapply to the appropriate office for permission to solicit:Residence Halls (Office of Residence Life, Shawnee Hall)Dining Hall (Dr. Nancy Weaver, Shawnee Hall)University Center and specified campus location(Student Activity Association, second floor, University Center).Exclusive permission has been given to the Stony Acres Boardto operate vending and laundry services within the residencehalls. Profits from the operation of the services are used inthe development of Stony Acres. The funds are also usedto help furnish and repair recreation facilities, to purchaserecreational equipment and to supplement the recreationprogram.Student Right-To-Knowand Campus Security Acts andthe 1992 Higher Education AmendmentsThe Federal Student Right-to-Know and Campus SecurityActs and the 1992 Higher Education Amendments requirethe university to publish annual campus security reports.These reports include statistics on campus crimes and arrestsfor certain specified categories of offenses, particularly sexoffenses, and describe university policy related to campussecurity.Rape, acquaintance rape, or other sex offenses (forcible ornon-forcible) should be reported to the University Police.THE UNIVERSITY URGES SEX CRIME VICTIMS TO REPORTSUCH OFFENSES.In matters involving an alleged sex offense, the accuser andthe accused are entitled to the same opportunities to haveothers present during the disciplinary hearing. Both theaccuser and the accused shall be informed of the outcome ofthe disciplinary hearing.A student who believes he/she is the victim of a sexual assaulthas the option of notifying the proper law enforcementauthorities, including on-campus or off-campus police.Campus personnel are available to help victims notify theauthorities.Student-to-StudentSexual Misconduct PolicyEast Stroudsburg University will not tolerate violence towardand abuse of persons, including sexual harassment, rapeand other sexual offenses. When there is probable cause tobelieve that violations of university regulations prohibitingsexual harassment and assault have occurred, the universitymay pursue strong conduct action through its own channels.The penalties for such behavior will be severe, including thepossibility of suspension from the University.A person charged with sexual misconduct may be prosecutedunder Pennsylvania Criminal statutes and disciplinedunder the Student Code of Conduct. The university maypursue disciplinary action in all cases even if the criminaljustice system authorities decide not to prosecute because ofinsufficient evidence or by choice of the victim.University Policies

32 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduUniversity PoliciesAll members of the university community are encouragedto immediately report incidents of student to studentsexual misconduct to university or local police and to theCoordinator of Student Conduct and Community Standards.That office, in collaboration with the Office of Diversity hasbeen designated to respond to questions about allegations ofstudent sexual misconduct.The Director of Residence Life and Housing will be informedas soon as possible if the occurrence involves a student whoresides in university housing. The student victim of sexualmisconduct and/or any credible witnesses will be affordedcare and support in any disciplinary proceeding that follows.The consent of the victim or credible testimony of a witnessis necessary for the university judiciary process or criminalprocess to proceed.Definition of sexual misconductA. Peer Sexual Harassments includes intentional persistent,malicious, lewd or other verbal or physical behavior withsexist or sexual connotations which annoys, bothers,disconcerts or embarrasses another by communication viamedia, telephone or printed material.Specific types of sexual harassment include, but are notlimited to, those items listed below; they do not limit thescope of the charges that may be brought to only these acts.1. Verbal harassment or abuse2. Subtle pressure for sexual activity3. Sexist remarks about a person’s clothing, body, or sexualactivities4. Unnecessary touching, patting or pinching, leering orogling of a person’s body5. Constant brushing against a person’s body6. demanding sexual favors accompanied by implied or overtthreats7. Physical assaultB. Rape is generally defined as forced sexual intercourse,vaginal, oral or anal, that is perpetrated against the will ofthe victim. The assailant may be a stranger or acquaintance.The type of force may include physical violence, coercion,or threat of harm to the victim. Charges of rape may also beconsidered if the sexual offense involves penetration as insodomy, oral copulation, and rape by a foreign object.C. Other sexual misconduct may include indecent exposure, theunwanted touching of an intimate part of another personsuch as, but not limited to, sexual organ, buttocks or breast.The tearing off of a victim’s clothes or touching an intimatepart of the body against a person’s will is also considered asexual offense.Process and penaltiesSexual offenses, such as rape and all forms of harassment bystudents, are violations of the Student Code of Conduct, anda student found responsible by the student conduct processis subject to suspension or dismissal from the university.Any student, or non-student member of the universitycommunity, is subject also to charges through the criminaljustice system for those acts that violate legal statutes. Astudent found guilty of sexual offenses by legal statutes mayalso be subject to suspension or dismissal from the university.Victim’s rights in sexual offenses,rape and harassment hearingBecause of the emotional trauma experienced by the victimand because the university considers rape and sexual offensesto be acts that cannot be allowed in its special community,the following rights of a victim will be afforded in alluniversity hearing procedures:A. To report the rape or sexual offense to the Office of StudentConduct, the University Police and/or local police in bothor either jurisdiction.B. To have every effort made to provide confidentiality.C. To contact supportive agencies such as a Rape CrisisCenter.D. To be free from intimidation or harassment by the allegedperpetrator or others.E. To request a change of living arrangements for the victimor for the alleged perpetrator while all campus proceedingstranspire.F. To have an attorney present and be advised by an attorneyat all steps of the process at the student’s personal expense.G. To select a person of choice to accompany him/herthrough all university conduct processes or in criminalproceedings as allowed by the court.H. To protection against discussion of past sexual historyduring the hearing.I. To remain present during the entire proceedings.J. To be informed of the outcome of the hearing.K. To make up any academic work missed while participatingin the university conduct processes or criminalproceedings.Victim’s services at the university and elsewhereThe student is encouraged to report rapes and sexual offensesto the University Police Office immediately either by theindividual or through a university staff member.The student will be informed of the medical and counselingservices available both on and off-campus. The victim mayhave another person accompany him/her through theprocess.The Office of Student Conduct will advise the student onthe Student Code of conduct process. The Office of Diversitywill respond to questions about, or allegations of sexualharassment by persons who are in authority over a studentsuch as a faculty member, staff or employer.The 1992 Ramstad AmendmentWhat follows is a summary of the procedures, policies andpractices required by the 1992 Ramstad Amendment to theHigher Education Reauthorization Act (the Campus SexualAssault Victim’s Bill of Rights) (H.R. 2363):A. Campus authorities must treat victims with respect.B. Campus authorities must make clear to victims theirrights and legal options, and fully cooperate with them inexercising those rights.C. Victims of sexual assault have the right to have sexualassaults investigated by civil and criminal authorities.D. Victims of sexual assault have a right to be free frompressure to not report these crimes, or to report them aslesser offenses.

E. Victims of sexual assault have a right to the samerepresentation, and ability to have others present incampus proceedings, as campus authorities permit theaccused.F. Victims of sexual assault are entitled to have cooperation inobtaining medical evidence.G. Victims of sexual assault are entitled to be informed ofany federal or state rights to test sexual assault suspects forcommunicable diseases.H. Victims of sexual assault have the right to access to existingcampus mental health and victim support services.I. Victims of sexual assault have the right to be provided withhousing that guarantees no unwanted contact with allegedsexual assailants.J. Victims of sexual assault have the right to live in campushousing free of sexually intimidating circumstances, withthe option to move out of such circumstances.University Policy on HIV DiseaseHuman Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) disease and itsassociated conditions, as well as public reaction to them, arecritical issues addressed by the following university policy.Current knowledge indicates that students or employees withany form of Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) infectiondo not pose a health risk to other students or employees in anacademic setting. The Public Health Service states that “thereis no risk created by living in the same place as an infectedperson, caring for an AIDS patient, eating food handled byan infected person, being coughed or sneezed upon by aninfected person, casual kissing, or swimming in a pool withan infected person. HIV is transmitted only by blood, semenor vaginal fluid, and through sexual contact and sharingcontaminated needles.” East Stroudsburg University will beguided by these facts.PolicyThe following policies apply to all members of the EastStroudsburg University academic community: students,faculty, staff and contracted employees.1. No member of the ESU academic community shall be deniedadmission to or employment at the university based solelybecause that member is HIV positive. Persons with HIVdisease are considered to have a physical impairment and,as such, they are a protected class under the Americans withDisabilities Act of 1990.2. Although the university will not routinely ask students oremployees to respond to questions about HIV infection, itdoes encourage those who are HIV infected to inform campushealth care providers so that proper medical care, support,counsel, and education can be provided. Such informationwill be kept confidential and anonymous.3. Handling of confidential medical information aboutany aspect of HIV infection of students or employeeswill be follow the American College Health Association’sRecommended Standards and Practices for a College HealthProgram:a. No specific or detailed information concerning complaintsor diagnosis will be provided to faculty, administrators, oreven parents, without the expressed written permission ofthe HIV positive person in each case.b. No person, group, agency, insurer, employer or institutionwww.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg Universitywill be provided any medical information of any kindwithout the prior written consent of the HIV positiveperson.c. Health officers will carefully weigh the importance ofincluding any specific information about the existenceof known HIV infection in the medical record exceptwhen circumstances of medical necessity mandate it. Atminimum, the inclusion of any information regardingHIV infection in the medical record should be approved inwriting by the HIV positive person prior to its entry.d. The disclosure of the existence and/or identity of thestudents, faculty or staff who are HIV infected will be on aneed to know basis only, and with the written approval ofthe HIV infected person.e. College and university health services must strictly observepublic health reporting requirements. Cases of AIDSmeeting the criteria of the surveillance definition of theCenters for Disease Control, USPH, must be reported to thelocal public health authorities.f. Lists or records identifying individuals tested for HIVantibody or known to be infected with HIV will not bekept. This information can appear in an individual’s privatemedical records, accessible solely to Health Center staff,only after a release form has been signed.4. There is no medical justification for restricting the accessof students or employees with HIV infection to theatres,restaurants, cafeterias, snack bars, gymnasiums, swimmingpools, recreational facilities or other common areas.5. The university will not undertake mandatory screening ofeither students or employees for HIV infection. Students oremployees who choose to be tested for HIV infection will beprovided with information concerning the availability ofanonymous testing sites.6. The university will adopt safety guidelines as proposed by theUnited States Public Health Service for the handling of theblood and body fluids of all persons, not just those previouslyknown to have HIV infection.7. Surfaces contaminated by blood or other body fluids will bethoroughly cleaned and disinfected as directed by the UnitedStates Public Health Service.The following policies apply only to the students of EastStroudsburg University:1. Housing assignments will be made independent of HIVstatus. Knowledge of a student’s HIV status, even if available,will not be utilized in making residence hall assignments.2. The university will not inform a student’s roommate of hisor her HIV status without written consent from the infectedstudent.3. Condoms, to aid in the prevention of sexually transmitteddisease including HIV, are for sale in the University Store aswell as in vending machines located in each residence hall;however, the university assumes no liability for providing thisservice.Review and Revision of this PolicyThe University Health Services will review this policy andits guidelines yearly to assure its current relevance and itscompliance with the recommendations of the American CollegeHealth Association.33University Policies

34 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduConduct Process and Regulations||||||||||||| CONDUCT PROCESS & REGULATIONS |||||||||||||||||||PreambleSummary Statement: The University and students must maintainappropriate conditions for learning.Universities exist for the development of knowledge, thepursuit of truth, the well-balanced development of studentsand the common good of society. The university mustmake provisions for the attainment of these goals. In sodoing, the university must accept its moral, social and legalresponsibilities to the nation, the Commonwealth, thelocal community and to all constituents of the academiccommunity. Moreover, the U.S. Constitution and recentfederal legislation impacts the university community andadds to its mandated legal responsibilities.Within the university, freedom to learn is the student’smost basic freedom and a primary concern of the entireacademic community. The student should be encouragedto develop the capacity for critical judgment, to engage in asustained and independent search for knowledge and truth,and to attain professional competence. The freedom to learndepends upon maintaining appropriate opportunities andconditions not only in the classroom but also on the campusand in the community where the university is located.However, the freedom to learn also implies correlativeresponsibilities. The responsibilities fall not only upon theuniversity but also upon the student. The first responsibilityof the university as a whole, and of the student as anindividual, is to secure those conditions in which learningflourishes.It is the primary purpose of this document to elaborateupon those conditions which ensure the freedom to learnresponsible social behavior and to respect the rights of allmembers of the academic community.IntroductionSummary Statement: Students have both freedom andresponsibility and, as a result, are subject to the disciplinary codeof the university.East Stroudsburg University seeks to maintain the confidenceof our students; ensure our progress towards academicexcellence as an institution; and guide its regulationof student conduct, by establishing an environment ofresponsible student freedom and self-determination andminimum university rules. The student must realize thatthis results in an increased measure of student corporate andindividual responsibility.If the university is to be a true community of teachers andscholars, it must maintain a warm interest and concern foreach student and extend a helping hand when necessary.The university is guided by the following principles: first,students learn best in an atmosphere of freedom and selfdetermination;second, an increase in freedom alwaysand implies an increase in responsibility; and third, theuniversity, as an academic institution, must protect the rightof the student to learn in an orderly manner and must, at thesame time, fulfill its moral, social, and lawful obligationswhen appropriate, to the student, to the local community,and to the Commonwealth.All students, regardless of where they live, are members ofthe academic community with the same basic rights andresponsibilities. The student who lives off-campus is free ofthe regulations governing resident students. Nevertheless,the university has the right to expect off-campus students tolive and to behave in a manner that does not violate civil lawand social responsibility. Students who live off-campus in amanner which violates civil law may be subject to disciplineby the university. All students of the university are subject tothe rules that govern the student disciplinary code regardlessof place of residence.Article IDefinitions/TermsA. The term “university” shall refer to East StroudsburgUniversity of Pennsylvania, including the local Council ofTrustees, the State System of Higher Education, and the Boardof Governors.B. The term “student” shall include anyone who is registeredand participating in instruction or another activity at EastStroudsburg University.C. The term “faculty member” shall mean any person employedby the university who holds academic rank.D. The term “staff member” shall mean any person employedby the university, who is not a faculty member.E. The term “SAA,Inc.” shall mean any person employed by theEast Stroudsburg University Student Activity Association, Inc.F. The terms “organization” and “group” shall mean a numberof persons who have complied with the formal requirementsfor official university recognition.G. The terms “shall” and “will” are to be used in the imperativesense, not imparting choice.H. The term “may” is to be deemed permissive, impartingchoice.I. The term “university activity” shall mean any activity on oroff campus that is initiated, aided, funded, authorized, orsupervised by the university.J. The term “duly established” shall refer to any written officialprocedure for the formulation of policy, implementation ofpolicy, or the establishment of university regulations.Such policy and procedures may be established by:1. The Board of Governors of the Pennsylvania State Systemof Higher Education;2. The Council of Trustees together with the President of theUniversity;3. The President of the University;4. The Student Senate;5. The Residence Hall Association;6. Such other body or person delegated to establish procedureby the aforementioned persons or bodies.K. The term “Adjudicator” (or Hearing Officer) shall mean anyperson or group given the authority to review disciplinarymatters.

Article IIStudent Participation at the UniversitySummary Statement: Students are free to comment on and helpdevelop university policy.Students shall be free, individually and collectively, to expresstheir views on issues of university policy and on other mattersof general interest to the student body.The student body shall have clearly defined means toparticipate in the formulation of university policy. The role ofstudents in officially recognized student organizations shallbe made explicit in the charters, constitutions and/or by-lawsof the respective organization provided those documents arenot in conflict with applicable law or university policy.Article IIIRights and Responsibilities in the ClassroomSummary Statement: Students are responsible for adhering tothe course expectations as stated by the instructor and specifiedin the course syllabus. Students are free to express their views inclass within the context of the class and in a manner that does notviolate the rights of other students in the class. They are responsiblefor learning course material, but are protected from any prejudicialacademic evaluation.It is the right of the student to inquire and it is theresponsibility of the faculty member to inform the student ofthe academic requirements, grading system and attendancerequirements at the outset of a course.A. Protection of Freedom of ExpressionStudents shall be free to take exception to the data orviews offered in any course and to reserve judgment aboutopinions of others, but they shall be responsible to expresstheir views in a manner that does not violate the rights ofother students in the class.B. Protection Against Improper Academic EvaluationStudents are protected against prejudice, arbitrary orcapricious academic evaluation of their courses throughfaculty contracted responsibilities and standards ofethical and professional conduct. Students are responsiblefor maintaining standards of academic performanceestablished for courses in which they are enrolled. Studentsalleging a prejudice, arbitrary or capricious academicevaluation may appeal their course evaluation in thefollowing manner and if an understanding is not reachedat one level, the student may continue to appeal to the nextlevel in the following order:1. The faculty member involved2. The department chair3. The academic dean of their school4. The Provost/Vice President for Academic AffairsAppeals to the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairsmust be made in writing. The decision of the Provost/VicePresident for Academic Affairs is final.Students of a protected class alleging discrimination orsexual harassment after exhausting the remedies notedabove should express their concerns to the Director ofDiversity& Equal Opportunity. Students with disabilitiesshould bring their concerns to the ADA Coordinator/Learning Disabilities Specialist.5. The faculty member involved.www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg UniversityArticle IVRights and Responsibilities of AssociationSummary Statement: Students are free to form and joinorganizations as long as those organizations meet universityregulations.The student brings to the campus a variety of interestspreviously acquired and develops many new interests as amember of the university community. He/she shall be freeto organize groups and join associates to promote commoninterests consistent with the duly established writtenpolicies of the university and the legal mandates of theCommonwealth and the nation.A. Association Identification1. To be recognized by the university, a studentorganization shall be required to submit a constitutionand a list of current officers in accordance withguidelines established by the Student Senate.The constitution shall state the objectives of theorganization, the criteria for membership, and therules of procedure. The organization shall adhere to thestated objectives. The organization will be required tosubmit a membership list to verify numbers as well as forinsurance purposes. Assistance concerning constitutionsmay be received from the Student Senate Office. Allconstitutions must include a non-discrimination, equalopportunity clause.2. Affiliation with an off-campus organization shallnot disqualify a student organization from universityrecognition provided that organization is not in violationof federal or state law.3. The membership, the policies and the actions of astudent organization shall be determined by vote of onlythose members who are also members of the universitycommunity.4. For continuation of recognition, student organizationsshall be required each year to submit an organizationupdate form that shall include a list of officers, theiraddresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses.5. Student organizations shall be free to establishtheir qualifications for membership provided suchmembership shall be open to any student willing tosubscribe to the stated aims of the organization and tomeet its stated obligations.6. Any student organization denying membership becauseof gender, sexual orientation, race, creed, age, veteranstatus, disability or national origin, except as provided forin federal or state law, shall not receive recognition.7. Each organization shall be free to recommend itsfaculty/staff adviser(s) in concert with the faculty/staffmember(s) concerned and the approval of the VicePresident for Student Affairs.a. All organizations are required to have a faculty/staffadviser. Advisers may also be members of the StudentActivity Association, Inc. or the East StroudsburgUniversity Foundation.b. Faculty/staff adviser(s) shall advise organizations butthey shall not have the authority to control the policyof such organization.c. Advisers who are not employees of East StroudsburgUniversity are obligated to register as volunteers35Conduct Process and Regulations

36 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduConduct Process and Regulationsthrough the Office of Human Resources and must beapproved by the Vice President for Student Affairs.d. Advisers should possess knowledge of the rules,policies and structures of the university as well as theStudent Code of Conduct. Advisers should also possessa knowledge and understanding of the goals andobjectives of the organization they advise.8. Insofar as it is legal, and within the guidelinesestablished by SAA, Inc., student organizations shall haveindependent control over the expenditure of their ownfunds. However, a regular financial accounting, includinga statement of income and expenses, shall be presentedto the members of Student Senate and to SAA, Inc.9. No individual, group or organization shall have theright to officially represent nor to speak on behalf ofthe University without the expressed authorizationof the President of the University (or designee) exceptto identify the university affiliation of the individual,group, or organization.B. Inquiry and Expression1. The student and the student organization shall be free toexamine and discuss all questions of interest to them andto express opinions publicly or privately.a. They shall be free to support causes by orderlymeans which do not disrupt the regular and essentialoperation of the university.b. In their public expressions or demonstrations studentorganizations shall speak only for themselves.2. Student groups and organizations shall be allowed toinvite and to hear any person of their own choosingwhen the purpose of such an invitation does not violatecivil law and does not constitute civil disobedience.a. Routine procedures required by the university beforea guest speaker is invited to appear on campus shall bedesigned only to ensure orderly scheduling of facilitiesand adequate preparation of the event.b. Sponsorship of guest speakers shall not implyapproval nor endorsement of their views either by thesponsoring group or by the university.C. Use of FacilitiesUniversity facilities shall be assigned to studentorganizations for regular business meetings, for socialfunctions and for public programs. Reasonable conditionsand costs may be imposed to regulate the timing ofrequests, to determine the appropriateness of the spaceassigned and the time of use, and to ensure propermaintenance of the facilities.D. Recognition of Student Organizations1. Process of Recognition:a. The request for recognition must be initiated by aminimum of 10 members of the student body whoare enrolled in at least six credits at East StroudsburgUniversity.b. The members of the organization must submit a letterto the Coordinator of Extra Curricular Affairs statingthe organization’s intent to become recognized and torequest the proper forms and applications to initiatethe recognition process.c. The members, after providing the letter, must schedulea meeting with the Coordinator of Extra CurricularAffairs and/or the Extra Curricular Affairs Committeeto discuss the organization’s purpose, their futureconstitution, and their rights and responsibilities. It isat this time that the proper forms and applications toinitiate the process for recognition will be distributedto the potential organization. (All members of thepotential organization should be present.)d. The organization will then complete and returnthe Application for Recognition Form and submita copy of their constitution to the Coordinatorof Extra Curricular Affairs for the Student Senate.The constitution shall state the objectives of theorganization, the criteria for membership and the rulesof parliamentary procedure. All constitutions mustinclude a nondiscrimination equal opportunity clause.(Recognition is not automatic upon completion of theApplication for Recognition Form and constitution.)e. The Extra Curricular Affairs Committee will review allmaterials submitted by the potential organization. Ifnecessary, a list of comments and suggestions to revisethe constitution will be given back to the potentialorganization.f. The draft constitution will be sent to the Vice Presidentfor Student Affairs for approval or revision. The VicePresident will then return the constitution to theCoordinator of Extra Curricular Affairs.g. The Coordinator of Extra Curricular Affairs will placean advertisement in at least one source of campusmedia announcing the Student Senate’s considerationof the organization (i.e. Stroud Courier, UniversityBulletin, digital media, etc.)h. The proposed constitution of the organization willbe presented to the Student Senate at two consecutivemeetings. The first meeting is for review and questions,and the second meeting will be for final discussionand vote. Members of the organization are encouragedto attend these meetings of the Student Senate. (TheSenate may send a constitution back for revision afterany of the meetings.)i. A letter of acceptance or denial will be sent to theorganization’s representative after the Student Senatevotes on the motion concerning recognition. Theorganization must resubmit a revised constitution tothe Student Senate upon request.j. Upon Senate approval, the organization is recognizedand the organization enters a one-year probationaryperiod. Within one week of receiving the letter ofrecognition the organization’s leadership must provideto the Student Senate a complete Membership/MeetingAudit.k. Potential organizations may appeal an unfavorabledecision made by the Student Senate within thirtydays of the notification from the Coordinator ofExtra Curricular Affairs. A letter should be sent to thePresident of the Student Senate asking for an appealof the Senate’s decision based upon the justificationoutlined in the letter. If the appeal to the StudentSenate is unsuccessful, the organization may appealfor a review to the Vice President for Student Affairs.

2. Probationary Period Guidelinesfor Newly Recognized Organizationsa. After official recognition by the Student Senate ofEast Stroudsburg University and the Vice President forStudent Affairs (or designee), the organization or clubenters into a one-year probationary period.b. Permanent recognition will be granted by the StudentSenate if during the probationary period the followingconditions are met:• The club or organization maintains a minimumactive membership as defined by the Student SenateHandbook for Recognized Clubs and Organizations;• The organization has raised a minimum of $300during the probationary period and is able tomaintain a minimum balance of $100 for the finalsix months of probation;• The organization has completed all membership/meeting audits required of recognized organizations;and• The organization has not violated any of the policiesand procedures that govern clubs and organizationsas outlined in the Student Senate Handbook forRecognized Clubs and Organizations.c. Until the probationary period is over, the organizationwill not be eligible for any Student Activity Associationfunding. If the one-year probationary period causesthe organization to be ineligible to request fundingduring the budget season, the organization mayrequest a special grant in the fall semester of the newacademic year.3. Privileges of Recognized Organizationsa. Organizations may reserve facilities for programs andmeetings.b. Organizations may use inter-campus mail service.c. Organizations will be issued a mailbox in theUniversity Center.d. Organizations will be permitted to solicit on campus.e. Organizations will be permitted to use bulletin boardsand campus advertising.f. Organizations may reserve facilities at Stony Acres asan organization.g. Organizations will be permitted to use the SAAGraphics Center as an organization.h .Organizations will be permitted to advertise as an ESUstudent organization.i. Organizations will be permitted to request moniesfrom the Student Activity Association, Inc.j. Organizations will be permitted to use the SAA, Inc.Banking Services.4. Policies and Procedures GoverningRecognized Organizationsa. General Policies(1) All recognized student organizations must have aminimum student membership of 10.(2) All organizations must have regularly scheduledmeetings, at least once a month. A member of theExtra Curricular Affairs Committee may make anunannounced visit to confirm the organization’sachievement of its purpose and the organization’scompliance with the membership policyrequirements. (Note these regularly scheduledmeetings will not take place in a classroom that isscheduled for an academic class.)www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University(3) All organizations will be required to submit anActivity Statement documenting achievementsof the club/organization for the academic year.This statement is due to the Student Senate on thedate that the Student Senate Finance Committeeestablishes for budget requests.(4) All organization presidents (or designees) arerequired to attend up to four organization meetingsorganized by the Student Senate.(5) All organizations are required to submit, at thebeginning of each semester, an organization updateto the office manager of the Student ActivityAssociation, Inc.(6) All organizations are required to submit, at thebeginning of each semester, a Membership/MeetingAudit as defined by the Student Senate.(7).All organizations are required to check andempty their organization’s mailbox, located in theUniversity Center, every week.(8) Upon request, all recognized organizations shallsubmit an updated copy of their constitution to theStudent Senate Office. Any changes to the originalconstitution must be approved by the StudentSenate.(9) All organizations must deposit budgeted funds,gate receipts, revenue, and/or any other funds raisedor generated by the organization in the SAA, Inc.Accounting Office.(10) The Coordinator of Extra-Curricular Affairs, inconjunction with the President of the StudentSenate and the Executive Director of the StudentActivity Association, Inc. has the authority to declareinactive, any organization that is unwilling to bebound by University or SAA, Inc. policies.b. Membership Policies(1) The active (voting) membership, officers, and/orrecognized representatives of the organizations mustbe students currently enrolled at East StroudsburgUniversity. Between semesters, membership isconstituted to mean the membership of the previoussemester.(2) The number of student members shall alwaysexceed the number of non-student members atmeetings and programs not open to the generalpublic.(3) In order to conduct the business of theorganization, a quorum of more than 50 percent ofthe active student membership should be present atthe meeting.c. Inactive OrganizationsStudent organizations will be deemed inactive bythe Coordinator of Extra Curricular Affairs and/orthe President of the Student Senate in conjunctionwith the Executive Director of the Student ActivityAssociation, Inc. if the:(1) Organization falls below the required minimummembership as outlined in the Student SenateHandbook for Recognized Clubs and Organizations;(2) Organization does not hold regularly scheduledmeetings;(3) Organization fails to adhere to all Articles of theirorganization’s constitution or bylaws;(4) Organization fails to comply with university, theStudent Senate, and Student Activity Association, Inc.37Conduct Process and Regulations

38 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduConduct Process and RegulationsArticle VRights and Responsibilitiesof Student Communications MediaSummary Statement: Student communications media shall befree of censorship, but students are responsible for maintainingprofessional and conscientious standards of reporting.Student communications media are valuable in establishingand maintaining both an atmosphere of free and responsiblediscussion and intellectual exploration on the campus.They bring student concerns to the attention of theuniversity as a whole and help to formulate student opinionon various issues. Students are protected in their exerciseof freedom of expression by the First Amendment to theConstitution of the United States. Accordingly, universityofficials are responsible for ensuring freedom of expressionfor all students.A. The student communications media shall be free ofcensorship and prior approval of copy, and its editors andmanagers shall be free to develop their own editorial policiesand news coverage. Student media and publications havethe right to determine the content of their communicationvehicle. The editorial freedom of student editors or managersshall entail corollary responsibilities to be governed bythe canons of responsible communications, such as theavoidance of libel and slander.B. Editors and managers shall be protected from arbitrarysuspension and removal because of student, faculty,administrative, or public disapproval of editorial policy orcontent. Only for proper and stated causes established byeach organization shall editors and managers be subject toremoval and then by orderly and prescribed procedures to beestablished in the constitution of each media.C. All student communications media shall explicitly statethat the opinions expressed are not necessarily those of theuniversity.D. The integrity and responsibility of student communicationsmedia should be encouraged by arrangements which permitfinancial autonomy.E. Student communication media are expected to:1. Verify and document all sources of information;2. Maintain the confidentiality of sources whereappropriate;3. Maintain the anonymity of victims in cases that deal withrape; sexual assault, etc.; and4. Strive to produce a publication/program based uponprofessional standards of accuracy, objectivity and fairplay.ARTICLE VIRights of Campus CitizenshipUniversity students are both citizens and members of theacademic community. As a citizen, the student is entitled tothe same status as other citizens with the concomitant rightsand responsibilities of the civil code. As a member ofthe academic community, a student shall have the rights andresponsibilities consistent with university regulations andpolicies.Article VIIRight of Dissent and Responsibilities in ProtestSummary Statement: Students have the right to conduct peacefulprotests that do not damage property or interfere with the operationof the university.Peaceful protest which does not interfere with the normalfunctions of the university is a lawful means of expressingdissent, and the right of peaceful protest within theuniversity shall be preserved. University officials havethe right and the responsibility to ensure the safety ofindividuals; the protection of property; and, the continuityof the educational process and other normal functions ofthe university. However, it shall be the responsibility ofthe university to provide channels of communication andprocedural systems through which dissent can be heard.When peaceful and lawful protest takes place, universityofficials shall meet with a delegation of the protesters todiscuss issues and their possible resolution. In order thatdissenters not interfere with the operation of the university,or the rights of others, they shall not:1. Obstruct vehicular, bicycle, or pedestrian traffic;2. Obstruct entrances or exits to buildings or driveways;3. Interfere with activities inside or outside a building;4. Harass passers-by;5. Interfere with or prohibit a scheduled speaker from beingheard;6. Damage university property.Article VIIIRights and Responsibilities of PrivacySummary Statement: Students have access to their University fileswith some specific exceptions. Students have a right to privacy andare protected from unreasonable search or seizure.The rights of student privacy, as they involve records, actionsand residence, are fundamental to a democratic societywill be maintained. By the same token, the student has theresponsibility to ensure that no action of his/ hers infringesupon the rights of privacy of others.Notation: It should be noted that Article VIII, among otherthings, deals with the various student files maintained bythe university. The present policy of the university is thatan eligible student or the parent of a student, in appropriateinstances has access and may review any or all files pertainingto the student, maintained by the university by schedulingan appointment with the appropriate office at least two daysin advance.There are some exceptions, however. Materials which are notdirectly accessible to the student are:A. The confidential letters of recommendation andstatements placed in the student’s education records priorto January 1, 1975, if such letters:1. Were solicited or sent with an assurance ofconfidentiality, and2. Are used only for their originally intended purposes;B. Financial records of parents;C. Personal notes of teachers and administrators, providedthey are not available to any third party except a teacher’ssubstitute;

D. Law enforcement records, provided they are kept separatefrom education records;E. Records of physicians, psychiatrists, psychologists, or otherprofessionals of the student’s choice.The university complies with “The Family Educational Rightsand Privacy Act of 1974” (Buckley Amendment) and theapplicable state laws.A. Confidentiality of Records1. The following official records shall be confidential, andaccess to them shall be limited to the persons indicatedbelow under the circumstances specified.a. Registrar’s Records (Registrar’s Office)(1) The Registrar’s records shall contain onlyinformation relating to the student’s progress andachievement in academic programs except whennotation of suspension or expulsion from theuniversity is necessary. Issuance of grade reports andhonors shall be deemed actual notice to the student.(2) The Registrar’s records shall be accessible to thestudent and to members of the staff charged with themaintenance or use of the records, i.e. departmentchairs, academic deans, academic advisers, etc.b. Adviser/Department Records (Adviser’s Office)(1) The adviser’s and/or department files shall beopen to the student, the faculty in that specificdepartment, and to the persons charged with themaintenance of the files.(2) The student shall have the right to see his/her filesupon request.c. Counseling and Psychological Services OfficeClinical RecordsClinical records shall be open only to the professionalstaff that is responsible for their maintenance and use,which includes the psychologists and counselors ofthe Counseling and Psychological Services Center.d. Financial Aid Records (Financial Aid Office)Financial Aid files shall be open only to thestudent and to the staff that is responsible for theirmaintenance or use.e. Medical Records (University Health Services)Medical files shall be open only to the medicalpersonnel who are responsible for their maintenanceor use and may be sent to a physician uponthe direction of the student. Health and safetyemergencies may necessitate that information bereleased to appropriate parties if that informationis necessary to protect the health or safety of thestudent or other individuals. The Vice President forStudent Affairs (or designee) will authorize such arelease.f. Placement Records/Credential Packet(Career Services Office)(1) Students have the right to review anyrecommendation or information which has beenplaced in their folder unless that right is waived.(2) The students’ records in the Office of CareerServices will be used for the purpose of graduateschool or job placement. Release of information forthat purpose shall be made only with the writtenpermission of the student.www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg Universityg. Student Personnel Records(Vice President for Student Affairs Office)(1) The Student Personnel files which are located in theoffice of the Vice President for Student Affairs shallbe open to those members of the staff responsible fortheir maintenance or use, as well as to the individualstudent.(2) The information included in the records is anidentification photo, copies of discipline reports,police reports, etc. The records are maintained oncurrent students, and for five years after graduationor withdrawal.(3) Student Conduct files are located in the Office ofStudent Conduct & Community Standards for aperiod of five years.2. Information relating to religious, political, or socialviews, or to membership in any organization other thanhonorary and professional organizations directly relatedto the educational process, shall not be entered on astudent’s records except upon his/her request or with his/her consent.3. While the student has the right to access his/her records,he/she shall be subject only to reasonable regulationsas to purpose, time, place, and supervision. The studentshall have the right to express an opinion in writingconcerning any information contained in his/herrecords. Students may copy information in their recordsby giving proper notice and paying an appropriate fee.4. Each of the records listed in Article VIII, Section B.,Paragraph 1, shall be maintained in such a way asto prevent accidental disclosure of the informationcontained therein.5. The university has the right to destroy irrelevant, datedor unnecessary evaluative records in the file without theconsent of the student or the person who submitted theinformation. The University may retain files longer thanthe periods noted in this section for good cause.6. East Stroudsburg University will not disclose informationcontained in a student’s educational record without theprior written consent of the parent of the student or theeligible student except where permitted by applicablelaw.7. East Stroudsburg University will maintain a record ofall requests for and/or disclosure of information from astudent’s education records. The records will indicate thename of the party making the request, any additionalparty to whom it may be re-disclosed, and the legitimateinterest the party had in requesting or obtaining theinformation.B. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act | FERPA1. The regulations on the rights of students to see theireducational records may be reviewed by contactingEnrollment Services or the Office of the Vice Presidentfor Student Affairs.2. East Stroudsburg University’s policy is in compliancewith the regulations of this Act. Students have the rightto see their educational records and to be assured thatunauthorized people will not have access to them.3. General Directory information about students is notconfidential. East Stroudsburg University has classifiedthe following as directory information: the student’shome and local addresses, telephone number, majorfield(s) of study, weight and height of members of39Conduct Process and Regulations

40 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduConduct Process and Regulationsathletic teams, dates of attendance, degrees and awardsreceived and similar information.4. The university shall release General Directoryinformation upon request unless a student indicates inwriting to the Registrar that certain information is to bewithheld.5. East Stroudsburg University and its representatives onoccasion take photographs for the university’s use inprint and electronic publications. This serves as publicnotice of the university’s intent to do so and as a releaseto the university of permission to use such images asit deems fit. Students that object to the use of theirphotograph, and have the right to withhold its release byfilling out a form at the University Relations Office.6. Publication of Article VIII (Rights and Responsibilityof Privacy) in this handbook constitutes the annualnotification to parents and eligible students of theirrights under the Family Educational Rights and PrivacyAct (FERPA).Students:The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act givesstudents certain rights with respect to their educationrecords. College students have the following rights:• To inspect and review their education records. (This doesnot include personal notes from advisers, counselors ordeans; parents’ financial information; University Policerecords; or educational research data for federal, state orlocal purposes.)• To request an amendment to their education record.• To have some control over the disclosure of personallyidentifiable information from their education records,except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosurewithout consent.• To file with the U.S. Department of Education acomplaint concerning alleged failures by the Universityto comply with the requirements of FERPA.Students may restrict the release of General Directoryinformation by completing the FERPA Restriction Formand returning it to the Center for Enrollment Services.(When this restriction is applied to students’ records it alsoprevents their names from appearing on the Dean’s List,graduation lists and other university-related publications.)Direct any questions about this notification, to theRegistrar at Enrollment Services..Parents:The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act is a federallaw that affords parents the right to have access to theirchildren’s education records; the right to seek to have therecords amended; and the right to have some control overthe disclosure of personally identifiable information fromeducation records. When a student turns 18 years old, orenters a postsecondary institution at any age, the rightsunder FERPA transfer from the parents to the student(“eligible student.”)Educational agencies and institutions are required to notifyparents and eligible students about their rights underFERPA. Section 99.7 of the FERPA regulations sets forth therequirements for the notification. Universities do not haveto individually notify parents and eligible students but dohave to notify them by means that are reasonably likely toinform the parents or eligible students of their rights.C. Private MoralityThe university shall not regard itself as arbiter of studentmoral conduct or taste. Where the interests of theuniversity as an academic community are clearly involved,the authority of the university may be asserted through itsStudent Code of Conduct and conduct procedures.D. Privacy of Residence and PropertyA student’s right of privacy of residence and ownershipof property free from the fear of unreasonable search orseizure are guarantees given by the Constitution of theUnited States to all citizens and shall be respected andprotected by the university except under those conditionsoutlined in Article IX of this document.Article IXStudent’s Right of PrivacySummary Statement: University premises occupied by students,and the personal possessions of students, shall not be searchedunless appropriate authorization has been obtained. Students havea right to privacy except in emergencies as determined within thesole discretion of the university or under the following conditions:A. Scheduled Residence Hall Inspections. There will be roominspections throughout the academic year prior to the closingof university residence halls and University Apartments foruniversity break periods, (Thanksgiving,Inter-session, SpringBreak). Students residing on campus will be given prior noticeand may or may not be present during the inspection.Room inspections will consist of a visual inspection of theroom to ensure that windows are closed, lights are turned off,electrical items are unplugged, perishable items removed, andgarbage cans are emptied. This is to ensure the security andsafety of the room and its contents during the break. Duringthese inspections, if evidence of university policy infractionsand/or violations.B. Inspections Resulting from Suspected Violations of UniversityRules , Policies or Regulations or Federal, State and /or LocalLaws. Whenever probable cause leads a representative of theVice President for Student Affairs (e.g., Director of UniversityCenter, Director of Residence Life and Housing, ResidentDirector, Graduate Assistant, Resident Adviser) to believe thatan infraction of the university’s rules, policies or regulationsand/or federal, state or local laws is occurring in a student’sresidence hall room or involves a university issued locker,that representative is delegated the authority to conduct aninspection of the student’s room or locker after announcingthat such an inspection is requested.Should a student deny access, such a denial could result inthe issuing of an Administrative Search Authorization or acriminal search warrant. University Police will be contactedif a criminal search warrant is going to be obtained. Ifany contraband is found during an inspection, it shallbe confiscated and may be used in a disciplinary and/ orcriminal proceeding against the involved student.C. Administrative Searches. Administrative searches arethose conducted due to probable cause that a university ruleor regulation has been violated and that evidence of theviolation will be found in a particular place. Authorizationis given in writing by the Vice President for Student Affairs(or designee). In emergencies, a verbal authorization maybe given. Authorizations, which are in the form of anAdministrative Search Authorization, shall include the

www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University41time, date, place, purpose and scope of the search. Thestudent should be present, if possible, and may have awitness present at the time of the search. Contingent uponthe circumstances, administrative searches may take placewithout anyone being present.At the conclusion of the search, the student will be notifiedin writing by the person authorized to conduct the searchof what was found, and the names and titles of all personsconducting the search. Administrative searches are notdone in conjunction with, nor under the direction of, theUniversity Police nor on their behalf. Administrative searchesare not generally conducted for the purpose of criminalprosecution. If it is believed that potential criminal violationsexist, and that an illegal or dangerous object might be found,the University Police will be contacted and a criminal searchwarrant will be obtained.D. Searches and Entries by University Police. University Policesearches and/or entries to a student’s room or universityissued locker in order to conduct a police action are normallydone by student consent that has been given freely andintelligently. University Police may gain entrance withoutthe prior consent of the student for the following reasons:1. Police reasonably believe that a person within the roomis in need of immediate emergency aid due to injury,accident, or medical emergency.2. Police are in pursuit of a person suspected of committinga felony.3. Police are in possession of a valid arrest warrant and havereason to believe that the person is inside the room.4. Police action is imperative because there exists a threatof physical harm to police officers or to any otherindividuals.Article XRights To Due Process in University DisciplinaryMatters and Student Code of ConductEast Stroudsburg University shall guarantee each student andstudent organization due process through the conduct processwithin the Student Code of Conduct:A. Adequate notice in writing of the charge(s) violating theStudent Code of Conduct;B. A hearing where the student and/or organization is giventhe opportunity to have the charge(s) heard and addressed;andC. The opportunity for the student to appeal a conductdecision(s) if rendered in a formal hearing.Student Code of ConductI. General StatementSummary: This standard of conduct has been established for thebenefit of students and the entire academic community to create anatmosphere that is conducive for living and learning.A representative committee of students, faculty, andadministrators of East Stroudsburg University developed thefollowing Student Code of Conduct to provide an academiccommunity free from harassment and physical violence, toensure all students are aware of the policies which governthem, and to maintain justice by the proper application ofdue process.The University does not condone any severe or pervasivebehavior, threat, or act that interferes with a student’seducation or university-related activity. Such activities mayinclude, but are not limited to: threatening or harassingany person or group on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion,gender, sexual orientation, or disability.This Code of Conduct is established by the President andCouncil of Trustees of East Stroudsburg University inaccordance with authority granted in Article XX-A of ThePublic School Code and the regulations of the Board ofGovernors of the State System of Higher Education, 22 PA.Code, Ch. 505.Should any part of this Code be determined to be in violationof any federal, state, or local law, then only that portion ofthe Code that is in contravention of the law will be voidedand the remaining provisions of this Code shall remain in fullforce and effect.II. Violations1. Academic Misconduct;a. During a test or examination, using anything notauthorized by the instructor.b. Providing or receiving assistance in an examination, test,assignment, paper, or project in a manner not authorizedby the instructor.c. Buying, selling, stealing or engaging in unauthorizedexchange, or using any tests or examinations in advanceof their administration.d. Buying, selling, stealing or engaging in unauthorizedexchange, or improperly using any assignments, papers,projects, or course materials.e. Presenting as one’s own, the ideas or works of anotherperson(s)-scholastic, literary, or artistic-in whole or inpart, without proper and customary acknowledgment ofsources.f. Falsifying or inventing information, data, or researchmaterial.g. Obtaining information in a way contrary to the statedpolicies of the course and/or the University as statedherein.h. Attempting to bribe or coerce any university employeeor student in order to gain academic advantage.i. Colluding with others in order to circumvent academicrequirements.j. Substituting for another student, arranging forsubstitution by another student, or misrepresentingoneself as another person for required class activity.k. Altering or forging university academic records, orforging faculty, staff, or administrative signatures on anyuniversity form or letter.l. Submitting any false record in pursuit of university credit.m. Any other actions deemed to violate the academicintegrity of East Stroudsburg University, as determinedby the course instructor, department chairperson, Dean,Provost and/or President of East Stroudsburg University.n. Committing academic interference, such as but notlimited to: adulteration of another student’s work,limiting others from using resources for academic work,or seeking to alter a grade via threats or bribery.The Office of Student Conduct and Community Standardsdoes not determine the grade for the assignment or courseConduct Process and Regulations

42 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduConduct Process and Regulationsin question. All cases of academic misconduct must beheard in a formal hearing by either the Student FacultyConduct Board or by a faculty hearing officer.2. Forgery, alteration, misuse, or falsification of Universityrecords and/or forms. This includes, but is not limitedto, the misuse or transfer of the university issuedidentification card.3. Misuse or unauthorized use of university computers, orviolating the stipulations of the ESU Computer Policy.4. Deliberate destruction, damage to, malicious misuse, orabuse of public or private property. This includes, butis not limited to, tampering with fire, safety, or securityequipment.5. Assault and/or battery upon another person or the threatthereof. Inflicting or attempting to inflict harm to anotherperson while engaging in intentional or reckless behavior.6. Harassment or intimidation of any person in a mannerthat causes that person to feel that his or her health andsafety is endangered. This includes, but is not limited to,cyberbullying.7. Violation of Sexual Misconduct Policy.8. Theft or attempted theft of public or private property. Thisincludes but is not limited to shoplifting, passing badchecks, theft of services, and receiving stolen property.9. Lewd or indecent conduct, including but not limited topublic nudity, public urination, and making obscenegestures telephone calls or messages.10. Illegal use, possession or sale of narcotics, drugs, syntheticsubstances, or drug- related paraphernalia. No studentmay possess, consume, or be in the presence of narcotics,drugs, synthetic substances, or drug-related paraphernaliaanywhere on campus.11. The use, consumption, possession, sale, or distributionof alcoholic beverages in violation of the University’sStudent Alcohol Policy and state liquor laws. No studentmay possess, consume, or be in the presence of alcoholicbeverages anywhere on campus.12. Possession or use of firearms, explosives, and chemicals oncampus is prohibited, even if a student has a legal permit.This includes, but is not limited to, fireworks/firecrackers,pellet/BB guns, bows and arrows, guns, paint guns,replica weapons, knives, and other dangerous weaponsor items used as a weapon. All firearms, weapons, and/or ammunition brought to campus for hunting or ROTCpurposes must be registered and stored at the UniversityPolice station. The weapons will be released to the ownerswhen they are leaving campus and require it for a lawfulpurpose.13. Unlawful obstruction of freedom of passage in corridors,exits, entrances, stairways, walkways, lobbies, lounges,and rooms of University buildings and grounds, or willfuloccupation of any portion of a University building orground, that restricts the freedom to utilize the same inaccordance with intended and regular purpose.14. Unauthorized entry or exit and/or use of campus facilities;unauthorized presence in campus buildings, rooms,or other areas, outside of stated hours. (This includesunauthorized vehicles on University premises). In caseswhere such presence is facilitated by another personthe facilitator also will be considered in violation of thisregulation.15. Failure to participate as directed in the disciplinaryprocess:a. This includes failure or refusal to appear as a witnesswhen requested to do so.b. If the accused has absented himself/herself from thehearing, the hearing may go forward without theaccused present, if the adjudicator believes that theaccused has had proper notice of the time and location ofthe hearing.16. Citations or convictions or violations of local, state, orfederal law.17. Failure to follow the directions of University officialsmade in the performance of their duties. This includes,but is not limited to, failure to accurately identify oneselfwhen requested, or failure to open a residence hall doorwhen requested.18. Disorderly conduct that is disruptive and impedesthe normal University function. This includes, but isnot limited to, behavior in academic or non-academicsettings.19. Violation of campus safety regulations. This includes,but is not limited to, motor vehicle regulations,University Parking Regulations, arson, fire/ evacuationdrill regulations, and tampering with safety and securityequipment.20. Violations of the University Hazing Prevention Policy orany state, federal or local anti-hazing statute.21. Failure to comply with assigned disciplinary sanctions.22. Misuse of any university communications equipmentand services.23. Violations of other university policies and regulations(Community Standards, Civility Statement).24. Providing false or misleading information to a universityofficial. This includes, but is not limited to providingfalse witness or testimony in disciplinary proceedings andsubmitting false documentation to gain admittance tothe University or to receive credit for courses taken.25. East Stroudsburg University students are responsible forthe behavior of their guests. All guests must adhere to theStudent Code of Conduct.26. Facilitating the violation of any regulation.27. Illegal gambling in any form as defined by applicable stateor federal law.28. Unauthorized use of the University name, logo, or othersymbols of the University.29. Behaving in a manner that by its severity, pervasivenessor persistence interferes with or limits the ability of otherstudents to engage in a climate conducive for living andlearning.30. Failing to respond to, or comply with, any lawful directivegiven by the President or Vice President for Student Affairs(or their designee) of the University.31. Any other actions deemed to be inconsistent withappropriate student conduct, as determined by thePresident of East Stroudsburg University.

III. Residence Hall Policy Violations1. East Stroudsburg University students, whether residingin or visiting any university housing, are subject to thepolicies in the Residence Hall Information and Policiesbooklet.Guests of ESU students are subject to these same policies;it is the responsibility of host students to make their guestsaware of these policies. Both guests and host students willbe held responsible for guest violations of the residencehall policies. Guests in violation of these policies may beasked to leave campus and, further, may be barred fromfuture presence on campus. In addition to the policiesin the Residence Hall Information and Policies booklet,residents also are held to the specific stipulations of theirhousing agreements/contracts.Violations of residence hall policy are reviewed andadjudicated by the respective resident director or graduateassistant(this includes non-resident violators).Such adjudication can be done informally. Sanctions forresidence hall violations include:a. Official Warningb. Restitution for Damagec. Residence Hall Probationd. Educational Sanctione. Community Servicef. Disciplinary ProbationAny student who has been, or is currently on, disciplinaryprobation or deferred suspension that violates residencehall policy will be referred directly to the Office of StudentConduct and Community Standards. Any student whoviolates residence hall policy in combination with otherStudent Code of Conduct violations also will be referreddirectly to the Office of Student Conduct and CommunityStandards. Their guests may be subject to removal and/orprohibition from campus.2. Appeal Process. Students may appeal residence hallsanctions in writing to the Coordinator of StudentConduct and Community Standards within five workingdays from the date of their informal disposition. Theappeal must be based on:a. Lack of due process; orb. Lack of substantial evidence; orc. New evidence that has become available and thatwould substantially change the nature of the case.After hearing and reviewing all evidence presented inthe appeal, the Coordinator of Student Conduct andCommunity Standards may decide to do the following:a. Uphold the decision;b. Overrule the decision and dismiss the case;c. Alter the sanction that has been imposed; ord. Return the matter to the original adjudicator for readjudication.The decision of the Coordinator of Student Conduct andCommunity Standards shall be final.IV. Disciplinary SanctionsThe following are actions that may be applied to disciplinarycases. These sanctions are not progressive in nature. Morethan one sanction may apply.www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University1. Organizationsa. Restitution: The student organization is required to makepayment for replacement or repair for damages to publicor private property, in addition to other disciplinarysanction(s).b. Campus/ Community Service: The student organizationis required to perform a specified number of hours ofservice to the campus/community. When appropriate,the service provided shall be related to the disciplinaryinfraction.c. Educational Sanctions: May include but not limited toalcohol and/or other drug education and/or counseling;anger management education; referral to Counselingand Psychological Services and/or University HealthServices. Other educational sanctions may includewriting a paper, presenting a program, interviewingsomeone, designing a bulletin board, checking fire safetyequipment, and/or attending a BALANCE workshop.The student must provide documentation of satisfactorycompletion of assigned sanction(s).d. Official Warning: A mild form of reprimand. Such awarning indicates to the student organization that futureviolations during the period covered by the warning mayresult in a more stringent sanction. An official warningshall not normally exceed two semesters.e. Disciplinary Probation: A serious form of reprimandwhich indicates to a student organization that futureviolations of the Student Code of Conduct will resultin Deferred Suspension, Suspension, or Terminationof Organizational Recognition. This sanction maylimit the student organization in a manner prescribedby the adjudicator (Student/Faculty Conduct Board;Coordinator of Student Conduct and CommunityStandards; or the Vice President for Student Affairs/designee). Disciplinary probation may be applied forthe remainder of the semester, but not exceed two years.Disciplinary Probation is recorded and maintained in thedisciplinary records of the student organization.f. Deferred Suspension: This is the most serious levelof disciplinary sanction short of suspension. Theorganization is considered “not in good standing” withthe University. The organization’s continued status as anorganization depends upon the successful maintenanceof satisfactory behavior and completion of othermandated sanctions, if applicable, during the specifiedtime of Deferred Suspension. Deferred Suspension mayinclude denial of campus privileges as specified by theadjudicator (SFCB, Coordinator of Student Conduct andCommunity Standards/Designee or the Vice President forStudent Affairs.) Deferred suspension may be applied forthe remainder of the semester, but shall not exceed twoyears.g. Suspension of Organization Recognition: Universityrecognition is suspended for a specified length of timenot to exceed four academic years. During the time ofsuspension, the organization will cease to function at theUniversity and will be denied all benefits of Universityrecognition including, but not limited to, new memberrecruitment. In order for the organization to regain itsstatus after suspension, it must demonstrate evidenceof organizational changes intended to eliminate thepotential for repeated violations of the Student Code ofConduct or any other applied university policy.43Conduct Process and Regulations

44 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduConduct Process and Regulationsh.Termination of Organization Recognition: Universityrecognition status is lost and the relationship betweenthe organization and the University is terminatedindefinitely. The organization and any part of itsmembership will cease to function at the University.The Vice President for Student Affairs may review thepotential for the organization’s return to campus after aminimum of seven academic years from termination ofstatus.2. Studentsa. Restitution: The student is required to make payment forreplacement or repair for damages to public or privateproperty, in addition to other disciplinary sanction(s).b. Campus/ Community Service: The student is required toperform a specified number of hours of service to thecampus/community. When appropriate, the serviceprovided shall be related to the disciplinary infraction.c. Educational Sanctions: May include but are not limited toalcohol and/or other drug education and/or counseling;anger management education; referral to Counselingand Psychological Services and/or University HealthServices. Other educational sanctions may includewriting a paper, presenting a program, interviewingsomeone, designing a bulletin board, checking fire safetyequipment, and/or attending a BALANCE workshop.The student must provide documentation of satisfactorycompletion of assigned sanction(s).d. Holds on Records: A hold may be placed on studentrecords indicating that the student is not in goodstanding due to a Student Code of Conduct violation. If ahold is placed on a record, the Registrar may prohibit thestudent from registering or receiving an official transcriptor a diploma until the conditions of the hold have beenmet. Holds on student records will be initiated andreleased by the Vice President for Student Affairs or his/her designee.e. Official Warning: A mild form of reprimand. Such awarning indicates to the student that future violationsduring the period covered by the warning may result ina more stringent sanction. An official warning shall notnormally exceed two semesters.f. Residence Hall Probation: Students may have their hallprivileges limited for a specified length of time, may bedenied access to a particular residence hall(s) or maybe denied access to certain areas or services within thehall(s). Residence hall probation may be applied forthe remainder of the semester, but shall not exceed twosemesters.g. Housing Suspension: The student is removed fromuniversity housing for a specified time. A residentdismissed from campus residence for disciplinaryreasons may not be eligible for a refund of room fees.Removal from campus housing requires that the studentproperly check out of his or her room in accordancewith existing university procedures and within the timeframe established by the Office of Student Conduct andCommunity Standards/designee. No housing refund isprovided, and students are prohibited from re-enteringany University housing once they have officially checkedout.h. Disciplinary Probation: A serious form of reprimandthat indicates to a student that future violations ofthe Student Code of Conduct may result in DeferredSuspension, Suspension, or Expulsion from theUniversity. This sanction may limit the student in amanner prescribed by the adjudicator (Student/FacultyConduct Board, Coordinator of Student Conduct andCommunity Standards/his/her designee, or the VicePresident for Student Affairs). Disciplinary probationmay be applied for the remainder of the semester butshall not exceed two years. Disciplinary Probation isnot noted on the official transcript, but is recorded andmaintained in the conduct records of the student.i. Deferred Suspension: This is the most serious level ofdisciplinary sanction short of Suspension or Expulsion.The student is considered “not in good standing” withthe University. The student’s continued enrollmentdepends upon the successful maintenance of satisfactorybehavior and completion of other mandated sanctions,if applicable, during the specified time of deferredsuspension. Deferred Suspension may include denialof campus privileges as specified by the adjudicator(SFCB, Coordinator of Student Conduct and CommunityStandards/Designee or the Vice President for StudentAffairs). Deferred Suspension may be applied for theremainder of the semester, but may not exceed twoyears. Deferred Suspension is not noted on the officialtranscript, but is recorded and maintained in thepersonnel records of the student.j. Suspension: The student is suspended from the Universityfor a definite period of time. When the period ofsuspension is completed, the student may be allowed toreturn to the University under stipulation(s) providedfor by the Vice President for Student Affairs. The VicePresident for Student Affairs will review the student’sprogress prior to readmission. Suspension may be for aslittle as the remainder of a semester, but not to exceedtwo years. Suspension is noted on the student’s officialtranscript. Suspension will remain noted on the student’sofficial transcript. However, upon written request,students may appeal to have the notation removedsubject to the discretion of the Vice President of StudentAffairs.k. Expulsion (Dismissal): The student is separated from theUniversity completely. The student is not eligible toreturn to the university. Expulsion is permanently notedon the student’s official transcript and is not removed.V. Interim SuspensionWhen there is a reason to believe that a student with pendingconduct charges presents an immediate and significantthreat to himself/herself, or to the safety and well-being ofother persons or property, the student may be suspendedpending the formal disposition of his/her disciplinary case.A decision to impose an interim suspension is made by theCoordinator of Student Conduct and Community Standardswith the approval of the Vice President for Student Affairs.The coordinator will meet with the student to discuss theinterim suspension and the formal hearing process prior tothe hearing.If the student is suspended under these conditions, aformal hearing, as outlined under Hearing Options, shall beconvened within five working days from this meeting, unlessextenuating circumstances warrant an extension.The convening of any formal hearings regarding the interimsuspension of an organization will normally take place afterall investigative procedures have been completed.

Student organizations facing interim suspension willhave their recognition as a student organization removedduring the investigation. While on interim suspension,the organization will not be afforded the privileges of arecognized organization.VI. JurisdictionA. The Coordinator of Student Conduct and CommunityStandards /Designee and the Student Faculty ConductBoard have been given the authority to conduct campusdisciplinary hearings in all cases involving a breach ofUniversity regulations except:1. Any case that possibly affects or impacts the health,safety and welfare of students, employees or otherUniversity community members.2. When informal disposition of the disciplinary matter ismutually agreed to by the student and the Coordinator ofStudent Conduct or his/her designee. In such cases, thematter is adjudicated by the Vice President for StudentAffairs/designee.B. Designees, as noted in Section A, above, may be membersof the Student Affairs professional staff or members of theUniversity faculty.VII. Hearing OptionsThe University conducts hearings for students/ andrepresentative(s) of the organization who are involvedin incidents that may require disciplinary action. TheCoordinator of Student Conduct & Community Standardsor designee will meet with the student/representativefor a pre-hearing meeting to review: all charges, hearingoptions, and the range of potential sanctions. The student/representative(s) of the organization has the right to choosefrom the hearing options listed below. Cases that theCoordinator of Student Conduct determines potentially mayresult in suspension or expulsion cannot be heard informally.Cases of alleged academic misconduct only may be heardby a Student/Faculty Conduct Board or in a Formal Hearingwith a faculty hearing officer. These hearings merely decideif a student is responsible for any given charge; they do notdetermine guilt or innocence.1. Option One: Formal Hearing with the Student/Faculty ConductBoard (SFCB)This is a formal hearing conducted by the Student/FacultyConduct Board. The board shall be structured as follows:a. Students - The Student Senate shall appoint ten studentmembers to the board. These full-time students arerequired to have a minimum cumulative average of 2.5.(Freshmen and first-semester transfer students are noteligible). They must not have incurred a disciplinarysanction in the preceding twelve months. They shallattend the SFCB orientation. The student representativeto the Council of Trustees may not serve on the SFCB.Resident Advisors may serve as members, but may nothear cases that present a potential conflict of interest. Ifthe Student Senate fails to appoint ten student membersby the thirtieth day of the semester, the Office of StudentConduct and Community Standards will appointstudents to fill the empty positions.www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg Universityb. Faculty – The faculty union (APSCUF) shall appoint,and the University President shall approve, ten facultymembers to the board. These full-time faculty membersshall attend the SFCB orientation.c. Chair – A chairperson will be selected for each hearing bythe members of the board. Either a student member or afaculty member may hold this position. The chair’s roleis to facilitate the hearing process. His/ her vote will beequally counted in the decision-making process of theSFCB.Three members of the SFCB shall constitute a quorum at aformal hearing. A quorum must be comprised of at least onefaculty member and one student member.It should be noted that after the last meeting of the StudentFaculty Conduct Board for each semester and during summersessions, all Student Code of Conduct violations and referralsare handled through formal hearing by the Coordinator ofStudent Conduct and Community Standards/designee or byan informal hearing.2. Option Two: Formal Hearing with the Coordinator of StudentConduct and Community Standards/designeeThis is a formal hearing conducted by the Coordinatorof Student Conduct and Community Standards or his/her designee. The Coordinator of Student Conduct andCommunity Standards may elect to assign other campusadministrators to review the case for this formal hearing.Academic misconduct hearings are conducted by a Universityfaculty member.3. Option Three: Informal Hearing with the Coordinator of StudentConduct and Community Standards/ designeeA Student Affairs staff member will conduct this hearing.Before a case can be adjudicated in this format, the studentmust sign a waiver to the formal hearing process admittingresponsibility to all pending disciplinary charges. There is noappeal process allowed with this option.VIII. Discipline Procedural Due ProcessThe disciplinary process for a student or organization beginswhen a written report alleging a violation of the StudentCode of Conduct or a report of violations of local, stateor federal law is presented to the Coordinator of StudentConduct and Community Standards by any member of theUniversity community. The student/representative(s) of theorganization alleged to have violated University regulationsmust then meet with the Coordinator of Student Conductand Community Standards/designee to discuss the situation.Should it be decided by the Coordinator of Student Conductand Community Standards/designee that a hearing iswarranted, he/she shall inform the student/ representative(s)of the organization in writing of his/her/their hearingoptions.See section VII for more information concerning hearingoptions.45Conduct Process and Regulations

46 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduConduct Process and Regulations1. Informal Hearing ProcessAt an informal hearing, the student or representative(s) ofthe organization waives the right to an advisor, presentationof witnesses, and redress of case through appeal as affordedthem through the formal hearing process. A statementadmitting responsibility must be signed before this hearingcan take place. This hearing, which is not usually recorded,is adjudicated by the Vice President for Student Affairs or theCoordinator of Student Conduct and Community Standards/designee. The student/representative(s) of the organizationand the adjudicator will review all information concerningthe alleged violation of the Student Code of Conduct and thestudent/ representative(s) of the organization is allowed tospeak on his/her/their own behalf. After the informal review,the Vice President for Student Affairs or the Coordinator ofStudent Conduct and Community Standards /designee mayreach one of the following decisions:a. Student/student organization is responsible as charged;b. Case dismissed; orc. Case continued pending further investigation by thehearing officer.The decisions rendered in an informal hearing are final. Thereis no appeal option for the student/student organization.The person who adjudicated a case informally may be askedto reconsider his/her decision. After review of the request, theadjudicator may consult with the Office of the Vice Presidentfor Student Affairs and decide to: vacate (set aside), remand(send back), or otherwise modify decisions.A request for reconsideration must be made by the studentin writing and delivered to the Coordinator of StudentConduct and Community Standards/or his/her designeewithin five working days after the final decision. Requests forreconsideration submitted by others on behalf of the studentwill not be accepted.2. Formal Hearing ProcessPrior to a formal hearing, a student may make anappointment to review any file information related to thecharges. At a formal hearing, the student or representative(s)of the organization may be advised and accompanied (butnot represented) by a member of the University communityor by legal counsel procured at his/her/their expense. Legalguardians and/or related family members may not serve as anAdviser. The adviser only may consult and interact privatelywith the student/representative(s) of the organization.During the hearing, the burden of proof shall be theresponsibility of the University. The decision rendered by theSFCB or Coordinator of Student Conduct and CommunityStandards/designee during a formal hearing shall be basedsolely upon the evidence or testimony presented in thehearing. This is a recorded hearing where witnesses maybe called to testify. The defendant’s witness(es) must havepertinent information to the case. (Character witnesseswill not be permitted.) The deliberations of the SFCB orCoordinator of Student Conduct and Community Standards/designee are not recorded for review.The hearing shall be conducted as follows:1. The student/representative(s) of the organization shallappear at the hearing.2. Any student/representative(s) of the organization who issubject to a formal disciplinary hearing must be informedin writing of both the nature of his/her/their breachof University regulations and of the time and place forthe hearing by the Coordinator of Student Conduct andCommunity Standards/Designee at least three workingdays in advance of the hearing. Notification will be byletter and e-mail.3. No cell phones or recording devices will be permitted inthe hearing room.4. All evidence and testimony will be admissible at the solediscretion of the adjudicator(s).5. The accused is expected to be present throughout theentire proceedings, excluding deliberations. If theaccused has had proper notice of the time and locationof the hearing, and the accused fails to appear at thehearing, the hearing may go forward and a decisionrendered based on submitted materials and witnesstestimony.6. Witnesses may appear for either side at the hearing. TheUniversity may require a student to appear as a witnessat a disciplinary hearing. The adjudicator(s) has the soleauthority to determine the appropriateness and numberof witnesses appearing.7. In matters involving acts of violence and/or alleged sexoffenses, the accuser and accused are entitled to havean adviser present during the disciplinary hearing andboth the accuser and accused shall be informed of theoutcome of the disciplinary hearing. The accuser maybe present throughout the entire proceedings, excludingdeliberations.8. Prior to presenting any testimony, each witness mustsubmit to an oath where he or she swears or affirms thetruth of the statements to be made. The following oathwill be used:“Do you solemnly swear, or affirm, that the testimonyyou are about to give is the truth, the whole truth, andnothing but the truth?”9. The usual order of hearings:a. The charge is stated in the presence of the accused,except in cases where the accused has failed to appear.b. The case shall be presented on behalf of the Universityby a representative of the Office of Student Conductand Community Standards, offering all supportingevidence and presenting witnesses providingtestimony.c. The accused shall present his or her case by offeringall supporting evidence and presenting witnessesproviding testimony.d. Deliberation.e. Decision recommended by the adjudicator(s).f. Appearance of the accused to hear the decision and tobe advised of the appeals process.10. The SFCB/ Coordinator of Student Conduct andCommunity Standards (or his/her designee) mayrecommend one of the following to the Vice Presidentfor Student Affairs:a. Responsible as charged, with sanction(srecommendations.b. Not responsible.c. Case continued pending further investigation.

d. Case referred to the Vice President for Student Affairsfor decision without a specific recommendationby the SFCB/ Coordinator of Student Conduct andCommunity Standards (or his/her designee).11. If during a hearing additional violations are brought tolight, new charges will be filed and a new hearing may bescheduled.12. All “Disciplinary Incident Notification Forms,” thatrefer to the outcome recommendation of a hearing,shall include the “exit date” next to the signature of theadjudicator that reflects the date on which the copy ofthe adjudication recommendation was provided to thestudent.13. A recording of the hearing may be obtained at theexpense of the student.IX. DecisionRecommendations rendered in formal hearings take effect atthe time of notice by the Vice President for Student Affairs orthe Vice President for Academic Affairs/Provost or altered onappeal by the President of the university.A written copy of the decision by the Vice President forStudent Affairs or the Vice President for Academic Affairs/Provost must be sent to the student within ten workingdays of the close of the proceedings. The written copy shallinclude a summary of the facts and reasons behind thedecision.The record of any student disciplinary action is maintainedin the files of the Coordinator of Student Conduct andCommunity Standards and in the student personnel fileslocated in the Vice President for Student Affairs Office. Onlysuspensions and expulsions shall be recorded on the student’sofficial transcript.X. Appeals of Formal HearingsAppeals must be made in writing by the student and deliveredto the Office of the President of the University within threeworking days after the decision of the Vice President forStudent Affairs or the Vice President for Academic Affairs/Provost. Letters of appeal submitted by others on behalf of thestudent will not be accepted. An appeal will be heard basedonly on:a. Lack of due process;b. Lack of substantial evidence; orc. New evidence that has become available that wouldsubstantially change the nature of the case.If the request for appeal meets one or more of thesestandards, the President/Designee will review all evidencepresented in the appeal and decide to do one of thefollowing:a. Uphold the decision;b. Alter the sanction that has been imposed;c. Return the matter to SFCB/Coordinator of StudentConduct and Community Standards/designee for readjudication;ord. Overrule the decision and dismiss the case. Decisionson appeals will be rendered by the President’sOffice within five working days, absent unusualcircumstances.The decision of the President will be final.www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg UniversityXI. Former StudentsIf an alleged violation occurred while an individual was aregistered ESU student, the student will be held responsiblefor having the case adjudicated. Should the former studentfail to participate in the disciplinary process, a HOLD may beplaced on the student’s file records until the case is resolved.XII. Standard of ProofThe standard of proof in disciplinary hearings will be decidedby the “preponderance of the evidence” standard, which iscommonly known as “more likely so than not.” This is thestandard of proof used in civil actions. The criminal standardof evidence, “beyond a reasonable doubt”, will not be appliedto any campus disciplinary procedure.Article XIOff-Campus Student BehaviorEast Stroudsburg University has the right and an obligation toestablish and enforce reasonable standards of student conducton or off campus where the achievement of its educationalobjectives, the protection of rights of others or the interestof the University may be involved. More specifically, theUniversity reserves the right to become involved with thebehavior of students off-campus when the health, safety, and/or well being of the East Stroudsburg University students,faculty and staff or members of its local community areat jeopardy. Students who engage in off-campus behaviorthat violates civil or criminal law and the Student Code ofConduct may be subject to the court system as well as tocampus discipline.Article XIIStatement of Online ActivityAll information on the Internet (photos, blogs, etc.) isconsidered public information. When this informationdocuments, describes, or otherwise suggests that a universitypolicy has been violated, the University has the right toinvestigate and adjudicate the behavior.Article XIIIViolation of Civil and Criminal Lawand University DisciplineThe University will not duplicate the function of civil orcriminal law, nor will it ever substitute its sanctions forsanctions of civil or criminal law. But in those cases wherea violation of civil or criminal law affects the interest ofthe University as an academic community, the Universityreserves the right to process such conduct through theaforementioned processes.In such cases, concurrent sanctions by University andcourt authorities shall not be deemed double jeopardy.Violation of a civil or criminal law that is also a violation ofuniversity policy shall be procedurally handled as a universitydisciplinary situation regardless of whether or not thecourts prosecute. The University, after notice to the studentconcerning pending disciplinary charges, may postpone thecampus disciplinary process until all court proceedings havetaken place.47Conduct Process and Regulations

48 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduConduct Process and RegulationsArticle XIVProvision for AmendmentsA committee of students, faculty and administrators willreview this document biannually. The Vice President forStudent Affairs will appoint the members of the reviewcommittee. The Coordinator of Student Conduct andCommunity Standards will chair this committee. Such areview process, in cooperation with the Vice President, willfacilitate making timely changes to better meet the needs ofthe academic community. All recommendations for changesmust be forwarded to the President of the University and tothe Council of Trustees for approval.

IntroductionTo provide for a safe, secure, equitable operation, andfor the control of motor vehicles on the campus of EastStroudsburg University, those utilizing motor vehicles oncampus must follow a common set of rules and regulations.The Pennsylvania Crimes Code (Title 18) of 1972, Section7505; Act 34 of 1949; and Act 188 of 1983 authorizes allCommonwealth agencies to regulate and enforce motorvehicle traffic and parking on Commonwealth property. Amotor vehicle is defined as any self-propelled vehicle.PolicyAll motor vehicles parking on campus must be registeredwith University Police. Applicants for registration of a vehiclemust possess a current driver’s license and a current statevehicle registration card. Any charge for registering a vehicleon campus shall be determined by the president of theuniversity.The university and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvaniaassume no responsibility or liability for loss or damage to anymotor vehicle parked or driven on its property.The University Police shall have the authority to temporarilyclose or restrict parking or traffic flow on the ESU campus.This includes but is not limited to special events, snowremoval, and athletic contests.Proceeding by citation, summons or warrant for violationsof the motor vehicle code before a magistrate shall be inaccordance with the rules of criminal procedure in effect atthe time of the violation.A resident student under 21 years of age with less than 60academic credits cannot register a motor vehicle. (Studentsmay petition for a waiver of this policy.)On-campus freshmen and sophomores, (students with fewerthan 60 credits), are granted special permission to register avehicle only under “conditions involving unusual personalhardship.”Special permission may be granted for one of the reasonslisted below, but permission is not automatic even if part of acondition is metDue to the limited number of parking spaces available,employment to supplement income will not be considered anunusual personal hardship, unless the Office of Financial Aidsubstantiates the verifiable need.All requests will be reviewed by the Special ParkingCommittee that meets on a regularly scheduled basis. Aspecial parking application must be completed along with theappropriate documentation substantiating either a medical,financial, or major-related reason for the request.Applications and questions should be directed to: RobertMoses, c/o Special Parking Committee, East StroudsburgUniversity, Residence Life Office, Shawnee Hall.Students who receive special permission may park in theGwendolyn Street or Mary Street lots only.University Police may order an illegally parked motorwww.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University||||||||||||| MOTOR VEHICLES & PARKING ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||vehicle, or one that is parked in such a way as to present asafety hazard to the public or to property, to be towed andimpounded. A motor vehicle immobilizer (called a “boot”)may be installed on any motor vehicle with three or moredelinquent traffic tickets in order to compel payment of fines.Guidelines and ProceduresRegistrationEach semester and summer session, students shall registertheir vehicles within one week of the first day of classes asdetermined by the university Undergraduate Catalog.Students will be assigned to student parking areas and mustpark in those appropriate areas. Any student who acquiresthe use of a vehicle after the regular registration period mustregister the vehicle immediately upon bringing the vehicle oncampus for the first time.Each employee must register his/her vehicle on the firstday of his/her employment. This registration is valid untiltermination of employment or until a campus-wide reregistrationfor this category of permit is conducted.Replacement of, or additional, vehicles must be registeredwithin the first business day of bringing the vehicleto campus for the first time. Upon sale, trade or otherdisposition of any vehicle displaying a current decal, hangtagor permit, the owner or custodian of such vehicle shallbe responsible for the removal, destruction or defacing ofthe decal, hangtag or permit. The owner or custodian ofthe vehicle shall turn in the hangtag to university policefor transfer to the owner’s new vehicle or for destruction.Furthermore, when an employee terminates employment orretires, the employee must turn in the hangtag to universitypolice.ParkingAll vehicles parking on campus shall display current decals,hangtags or permits. Decals must be affixed as designated.Decal/permit parking regulations shall be enforced from 6a.m. until 4 p.m. prevailing time, Monday through Friday,unless otherwise posted.All parking lots or sections of parking lots will be designatedas student, staff, visitor or any ESU registered vehicle byappropriate signs at various locations.A visitor or guest, defined as anyone who is not a student oremployee of East Stroudsburg University, bringing a motorvehicle on campus, may park his/her vehicle in a designatedvisitor space for a period not to exceed four hours withoutobtaining a permit. A visitor or guest may park in other thanregular visitor parking spaces provided he/she obtains aparking permit for the appropriate area from the UniversityPolice Department immediately upon his/her arrival oncampus.Student Parking FeesCommuter students: $55/semester or $110/year. Summerparking $15. Commuter students may purchase a $45 persemester pass which allows them parking only in MargueriteStreet and Mary Street lots or at the Innovation Center lot.49Motor Vehicles and Parking

50 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduMotor Vehicles and Parking(Parking is free in these lots in the summer.)Resident students: $55/semester or $110/year, summerparking $15. Resident students may purchase a $45 persemester pass which allows them to park only in theGwendolyn Street or Mary Street lots or at the InnovationCenter lot. (Parking is free in these lots in the summer.)Special parking: $55/semester or $110/year, unless parking isassigned at the Innovation Center or University Ridge lots.Special parkig at Innovation Center and University Ridge lotsis $45/semester or $90/year. (Parking is free in these lots inthe summer.)University Ridge: $45/semester or $90/year. (Parking is free inthe summer.)Violations and FinesNo person shall park a vehicle or permit it to stand attendedor unattended at East Stroudsburg University in any of thefollowing places:1. Within an intersection;2. On a crosswalk;3. On a sidewalk;4. In a loading zone, unless vehicle is being loaded orunloaded and said vehicle does not remain there formore than thirty minutes;5. Within 15 feet of a fire hydrant;6. In an unauthorized area;7. In any parking place other than designated by the decalor permit on the vehicle;8. In any area other than a designated parking space markedby lines, markings, signs or across lines designatingparking spaces;9. On any grass or seeded areas including fields;10. In a designated visitor space if the person is a student oremployee of the university.It shall be unlawful for any person to display, cause to bedisplayed or have in their possession a decal, hangtag orpermit knowing the same to be registered and signed for bythe owner or custodian of another vehicle.It shall be unlawful for any person to falsify facts whenapplying for a decal, hangtag or permit.Any person violating any of the above rules shall be subjectto a fine not to exceed $25 payable to the East StroudsburgUniversity Business Office. Failure to pay the penalty withinfive (5) business days, can result in a Commonwealth citationbeing filed with a magistrate, with a fine assessed, plus costsof prosecution.A person commits a summary offense if he/she does any ofthe following on the university campus:1. Operates a motor vehicle on a highway at a speed inexcess of the maximum posted limit;2. Operates a motor vehicle on any highway which isposted as closed to motor vehicles;3. Operates a motor vehicle on a designated snowemergency route during a declared snow emergencywithout snow tires or chains;4. Operates a motor vehicle being used for business orcommerce without specific written approval from anauthorized official of the university;5. Operates a motor vehicle so as to cause noise whichis unreasonably loud, raucous, jarring, disturbing or anuisance to persons within the area of audibility;6. Operates a motor vehicle on university grounds otherthan roads or other areas designated for the operation ofmotor vehicles;7. Operates a motor vehicle so as to disobey the directionsof any traffic signal or sign, unless otherwise directed by apolice officer;8. Parks a motor vehicle in a designated accessible spaceand the operator of said vehicle is not disabled ortransporting a disabled person. Vehicle must display anaccessible plate, permit or placard.Any person in violation of the above rules shall be subject toa fine not to exceed $100. Said payment shall terminate anyfurther prosecution of said offense.Failure to pay the penalty within 10 business days, can resultin a Commonwealth citation being filed with a magistrate,with a fine assessed, plus costs of prosecution. (Thisguideline does not preclude a police officer from issuing aCommonwealth traffic citation instead of proceeding with auniversity citation.)The chief of police shall provide the name of any studentcharged with 10 parking moving violations in any semesterto the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs fordisciplinary action. A hold will be put on a student’s records ifhe/she is delinquent in paying any fines to the university. Thestudent’s records will remain on hold until the fines are paidin full.Towing and ImpoundingTow-away areas shall be posted with tow-away signs. Novehicle shall be removed under the authority of this policyif, at the time of removal, the owner or person for the timebeing in charge of such vehicle is present and expresses awillingness and intention to immediately remove said vehicleand pay any appropriate charges due.A vehicle immobilizer may be installed on any vehicle withthree or more delinquent tickets to compel payment of fines.A service charge of $25 will be assessed for the removal ofan immobilizer. The immobilizer will be removed uponpayment of the delinquent tickets plus the service charge orby direction of the University Police.For additional information visit: http://www4.esu.edu/current_students/students_affairs/student_services/police/parking.cfm

Safety reminders from the University PoliceAdapted from guidelines by the Pennsylvania Crime PreventionPractitioners AssociationAt home, your family takes responsibility for the safety ofits members, its dwelling, and its property. At ESU, you areliving in a much larger “family” whose members are alsoresponsible for their own and each other’s safety.In the larger university family, each member must take extracare to ensure the safety of everyone. No member of theuniversity community should feel afraid, but all membersshould exercise ordinary prudence.The University Police Department has been established toprotect you and everyone at ESU, but many safety factors areunder your control.Here are some reminders of common-sense precautionsyou can take. Your home is as safe as you make it. So is youruniversity.In offices, classrooms, libraries, or laboratoriesAlways keep personal belongings in view.Keep petty cash and other valued items in a locked drawer.Keep your purse with you or in a locked cabinet or drawer.Never leave it in, on top of, or underneath a desk.Never prop doors open, especially fire doors, even for a shorttime.Avoid working or studying alone in a building at night.Report anyone who behaves suspiciously to the UniversityPolice. Remember his or her appearance and relay theinformation to the dispatcher.Advise the University Police of any hazards or securityproblems.On the streetStay in well-lit areas.Walk at the mid-point between curbs and buildings. Stayaway from alleys, entries, and bushes.Walk with someone whenever possible. Participate in thebuddy system. Use the Escort Service if you must travel afterdark. It’s worth the wait. The Escort Service may be reachedby dialing 1-2-3 from a campus phone, or by call 570-422-2000.If you are followed, act suspicious. Keep looking behind youand you may discourage the follower. If someone is followingyou on foot, cross the street, change directions, or vary yourpace. If someone in a car follows you, turn around and walkin the opposite direction. If the follower persists, record thecar’s license number and call the police.www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University||||||||||||| SAFETY REMINDERS ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||On campusKeep doors locked, even if you are away for only a few minutesDon’t leave notes on your door saying that you are out.Lock your door before you go to sleep. An unlocked door,night or day, can be an invitation to trouble.Always keep your keys in your possession. Never place themunder mats, over doors, or in any other obvious “hidingplace.”Remember that most losses occur during the day.Close and lock all windows when you leave your room,especially if you are on the first floor or off a fire escape.Keep an accurate inventory of your possessions. Engravingtools are available through the University Police.If you should return to your residence and suspect that it hasbeen illegally entered, do not enter. Call the University Policeat ext. 3063. In the event of an emergency call ext. 2000.If you see a suspicious person in a hallway or lounge, or ifsomeone knocks on your door to solicit, call the UniversityPolice. Never confront or ignore a stranger.In a residence hall, screams could sound like horseplay. In anemergency, be specific. Shout “Help,” “Police,” or “Fire.”In all activities, use common sense and be conscious of yoursurroundings.Know your neighbors.Don’t ignore hazardous situations and don’t create them forothers.OnlineKeep your online information and personal site settingsprivate and do not give access to persons you do not know ortrust.Keep your passwords secure and do not post information of apersonal nature.If you receive harassing or threatening electroniccommunication be sure to save the materials and report theincident to University Police.In case of fireWhen the fire alarm sounds, all occupants must evacuate thebuilding immediately using the nearest exit.Only University Police Officers or members of the FireDepartment may authorize reentry into the building.51Safety Reminders

52 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduWalking, Running & Bicycle Safety||||||||||||| WALKING, RUNNING & BIKING |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||Rules for safe walkingAlways use sidewalks when provided.If no sidewalk exists, always walk facing opposing vehiculartraffic as far as possible from the edge of roadway.Always cross a roadway at an intersection or a well-definedcrosswalk, and look both ways before crossing.Always carry identification with you.At night, do not walk alone unless absolutely necessary; walkin well-lighted areas, and wear light colored or reflectiveclothing.Rules for safe runningRun on sidewalks, to the right of walkers. If sidewalks are notavailable, run on the shoulder of the road, facing traffic.Be alert for cars at sharp curves and on crests of hills whereyou cannot see oncoming traffic.Run in parks, on the track or on grass whenever possible.Never run alone, but do not run in large groups.Communicate to your partner about oncoming traffic.Wear or carry, white, bright or glow-in-the-dark clothes, ifyou must run at night. Be extra careful during inclementweather.Observe cross walks, traffic lights, stop signs, etc. Run in placeif necessary.When making turns, look behind you and back over to trafficfacing running side as soon as possible.Do not intimidate or provoke automobile drivers. In general,do the things a walker would do:a. Cross at crosswalks; look both ways before crossing.b. Cross only on proper traffic signal.c. Watch for turning cars.d. Never go into the roadway from between parked cars.Rules for safe bicycle ridingKeep to the right side of the roadway and ride in single file.Pass other cyclists with caution.Obey all traffic lights.Use hand signals.Ride cautiously through parking areas, driveways andcongested intersections.For night riding, equip your bike with front/rear lights, usereflectors and wear light colored or reflective clothing.Give pedestrians and motor vehicles the right of way and usea warning device.Use caution when passing parked vehicles because doors canbe opened without warning.Watch out for potholes, rocks, broken glass and other roadhazards.Always lock your bicycle properly when not in use using ahigh security lock.a. Secure at least the back wheel and frame tube tosomething immovable. Bike racks are availablethroughout the campus.b. Always lock your bicycle in a well-lit area.c. Register your bike with the University Police Department.Remember . . .These rules are not only for your safety, they are the law.The Pennsylvania vehicle code requires joggers, cyclists, andpedestrians to obey the traffic laws. The police can issue you acitation for failing to follow these rules.

www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg University||||||||||||| GET ANSWERS ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||Have questions? Here’s where to go for answersCall 570-422 + extension listedQuestions about Where to go ExtensionAcademic Requirements............................................... Faculty adviser or University CatalogA.T.O.D. | Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs............Alyson Patascher................................................................................................3298Athletic Information........................................................ Koehler Field House University Center.................................................3642Automobile Registration............................................... University Police University Center........................................................3063Books and Supplies......................................................... University Store University Center.........................................................2665Campus Events/Activities.............................................. Assistant Director, Student Activities University Center................3429Career Planning/Placement.......................................... Dennis Steigerwalt, Director, Career ServicesUniversity Center.....................................................................................3219Change of Course/Schedule......................................... Enrollment Services, Zimbar-Liljenstein Hall.....................................2800Change of Major............................................................... Dean of FacultyCommuter Student Services........................................ Kim Raub............................................................................................................3958Continuing Education..................................................... Graduate School, Rosenkrans East.........................................................3468Course Schedules............................................................. Faculty AdviserEmployment (Work/Study............................................ Enrollment Services, Zimbar-Liljenstein Hall.....................................2800Fees, Tuition, Room and Board.................................... Enrollment Services, Zimbar-Liljenstein Hall.....................................2800Graduate Study Information........................................ Graduate School, Rosenkrans West...................................................... 3536Honors Program................................................................ Paul Creamer, director................................................................................... 3318Housing (On-Campus).................................................... David Campbell, Shawnee Hall...................................................................3460Housing (Off-Campus).................................................... Residence Life & Housing Office, Shawnee Hall................................3191Identification Cards/eCards.......................................... Campus Card Center, University Center.............................................. 2273Illness.................................................................................... University Health Services, Flagler-Metzgar...................................... 3553Insurance, Student........................................................... Doreen Tobin, Vice President for Student AffairsReibman Administration Building.....................................................3463L.G.B.T.Q.A. Center............................................................ Matthew Simmons...........................................................................................3614Lost and Found................................................................. University Police.......................................................................................... 3063Meal Tickets........................................................................ Enrollment Services, Zimbar-Liljenstein Hall.....................................2800Meeting Place Reservations, University Center..... Jill Hill, University Center.............................................................................3767Meeting Place Reservations, Residence Halls........ David Campbell, Shawnee Hall...................................................................3460National Student Exchange.......................................... International Programs, Zimbar..............................................................3527New Student Programs.................................................. Patricia Kashner, Director.............................................................................. 2863Orientation ........................................................................ Zimbar-Liljenstein HallParents’ Association......................................................... Warren Anderson, Asst. Vice President for Student Affairs............... 3798Parking Regulations ....................................................... University Police.......................................................................................... 3063Personal Counseling........................................................ Counseling & Psychological ServicesFlagler-Metzgar Center..........................................................................3277Registration........................................................................ Enrollment Services, Zimbar-Liljenstein Hall.....................................2800Room Changes.................................................................. Resident DirectorScholarships & Loans...................................................... Enrollment Services, Zimbar-Liljenstein Hall...2800 or 800-378-6732Sexual Harrassment......................................................... Doreen Tobin.....................................................................................................3463Student Teaching............................................................. Director of Field Experience, Stroud Hall............................................ 3471Tutoring Services.............................................................. Learning Center, Rosenkrans East..........................................................3515Undeclared Majors........................................................... Jack Truschel, Director of Academic AdvisingLearning Center, Rosenkrans East...................................................3504Withdrawal from Course/University.......................... Enrollment Services, Zimbar-Liljenstein Hall.....................................280053Student Questions | Where to Go For Answers

54 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.eduIndex||||||||||||| INDEX |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||AAcademic Enrichment & Learning............................. 5Academic Jeopardy................................................... 5A Cappella Ensemble............................................. 21Active Minds.......................................................... 15Activities................................................................ 15African American Student Alliance........................ 15Alcohol Policy........................................................ 25Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drugs Office.................. 6Alpha Psi Omega.................................................... 22Alumni Association................................................... 6Animal Policy......................................................... 25Anime Club............................................................ 15Applied Voice......................................................... 21Art Association...................................................... 15Association, Rights and Responsibilities of............ 35Athletic Department.............................................. 14ATHLETIC PROGRAM.......................................... 14Athletic Training Club............................................ 15Athletic Training/Sports Medicine Clinic................... 6BBadminton Club..................................................... 16Basketball Pep Band.............................................. 21Best Buddies.......................................................... 16BIKING.................................................................. 52Biology Club........................................................... 16Biotechnology Club................................................ 16Bookstore.............................................................. 12Brass Ensemble...................................................... 21Bus Service................................................................ 6CCampus Activities Board........................................ 16Campus Citizenship, Rights of................................ 38Campus Security.................................................... 31Career Resources Center........................................... 6Center Court.............................................................. 7Cheerleading................................................... 14, 16Chi Alpha Epsilon................................................... 22Child Care.................................................................. 9Chinese Club.......................................................... 16Choral Ensembles.................................................. 21Christian Fellowship........................................ 10, 16Circle K................................................................... 16Classroom, Rights and Responsibilities................. 35Class Voice............................................................. 21Colleges Against Cancer......................................... 16Community Health Organization........................... 16Commuter Lounge.................................................... 6Commuter Student Services..................................... 6Computer Science Club.......................................... 16Concert Band......................................................... 20Concert Choir......................................................... 21CONDUCT PROCESS & REGULATIONS........ 34–48Contemporary Dancers of ESU............................... 17Convenience Store................................................. 12Council For Exceptional Children........................... 17Counseling and Psychological Services..................... 7DDance Company..................................................... 20Dance Team........................................................... 17Delta Alpha Pi........................................................ 22DESI Student Organization..................................... 17Dining Hall Regulations............................................ 7Dining Services.................................................... 7–8Disability Services..................................................... 5Disciplinary Matters........................................ 41–47Disciplinary Sanctions..................................... 43–44Discrimination and Harassment Policy.................. 26Dissent, Rights and Responsibilities............... 38–39Diversity................................................................. 19Drugs................................................................. 6, 30Drug use................................................................ 26EeCard................................................................ 9–10Economics Club...................................................... 17English Club........................................................... 17Enrollment Services Center....................................... 8Entrepreneurship Club........................................... 17Environmental Club............................................... 17Equestrian Team.................................................... 17Escort Service............................................................ 8ESU Dance Team...................................................... 17Eta Sigma Delta...................................................... 22Eta Sigma Gamma.................................................. 22Euclid’s Elements.................................................... 17Exercise Science Club.............................................. 17Extracurricular Organizations........................... 15–23FFederal Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Act....... 26Federal Student Right-to-Knowand Campus Security Acts................................. 31Financial Aid Programs............................................. 8Food Service Committee........................................... 7GGame Society......................................................... 17Gamma Theta Upsilon........................................... 22Gender Equity Survey Report................................. 14German Club.......................................................... 17GET ANSWERS..................................................... 53Gospel Choir........................................................... 21Gymnastics Club.................................................... 17HHabitat for Humanity............................................. 17Harassment.............................................. 26, 30–33Hazing Prevention Policy................................ 27–28Health and Physical Education Club....................... 17Health Insurance.................................................... 12Health Services...................................................... 11HIV Disease............................................................ 33Honoraries............................................................. 22Honors Students Association................................. 18Hotel Restaurant Club............................................ 18Housing.................................................................... 9IIce Hockey Club...................................................... 18I.D. Card.................................................................... 9Intercollegiate Athletics........................................ 14Inter-Fraternity Council......................................... 24International Students Organization..................... 18Involuntary Administrative Withdrawalfor Reasons of Mental Health.............................. 28Iota Iota Iota.......................................................... 22Iota Tau Kappa....................................................... 22Italian Club............................................................ 18JJava City.................................................................... 7Jazz Ensemble........................................................ 21Jewish Student Organization................................. 22JOGGING............................................................... 52KKappa Delta Pi....................................................... 22Kappa Kappa Psi.................................................... 22Kemp Library............................................................ 3Kiwanis.................................................................. 16LLambda Pi Eta........................................................ 22Late Nite................................................................... 7Latin American Association................................... 18Learning Center........................................................ 5Le Cercle Francais................................................... 18Lesbian, Gay, Bi-Sexual, Transgendered,Queer & Ally Center................................................ 9LGBTQA.................................................................. 19LIBRARY INFORMATION.................................. 3–4MMarching Band...................................................... 21Marine Science Club............................................... 18Medical Amnesty Policy.................................. 29–30Mekeel Child Care Center.......................................... 9Men’s Lacrosse Club............................................... 18Men’s Rugby Club.................................................. 18Men’s Volleyball Club............................................. 18Mental Health........................................................ 28Monroe County Transit Authority............................. 6Moses Society | Resident Advisers......................... 23MOTOR VEHICLES & PARKING.................... 49-50Musical Theatre Organization................................ 18Muslim Student Association.................................. 18

NNarcotics and Drugs............................................... 30National Honor Societies....................................... 22National Residence Hall Honorary......................... 23National Student Speech, Language,Hearing Association............................................ 18Newspaper............................................................. 20OOff-Campus Housing............................................ 6, 9Off-Campus Student Address Requirement........... 30Off-Campus Student Behavior............................... 47Office of Multicultural Affairs.................................... 9Omicron Delta Epsilon........................................... 23Online Activity....................................................... 47Order of Omega..................................................... 23ORGANIZATIONS & ACTIVITIES.................. 15–24Outings Club.......................................................... 18PPanhellenic Council................................................ 24Parking............................................................ 49-50Pennsylvania State Education Association............ 20Pets........................................................................ 25Phi Alpha Theta..................................................... 23Phi Epsilon Kappa.................................................. 23Phi Sigma Iota........................................................ 23Phi Sigma Pi National Honor Fraternity................. 19Photography Club.................................................. 19Pi Sigma Alpha....................................................... 23Pre-Law Society..................................................... 19Pre-Med Association.............................................. 19Pre-Pharmacy Club................................................ 19Pre-Physician Assistant Club................................. 19P.R.I.D.E.................................................................. 19Privacy, Rights and Responsibilities............... 38–40Protest, Rights and Responsibilities...................... 38Psi Chi.................................................................... 23Psychology Association......................................... 19Publications........................................................... 24Public Relations Student Society of America......... 19RRadio station......................................................... 22Ramstad Amendment.................................... 32–33Real Food on Campus (RFoC).................................... 7Recreation area (Stony Acres)................................ 11Recreation Center.................................................. 10Rehabilitative Services Student Organization....... 19Religious Life......................................................... 10Religious Services.................................................. 10Residence Hall Association.................................... 19Residence Hall Information and Regulations......... 10Residence Hall Policy Violations............................ 43Rho Phi Lambda..................................................... 23Ride Sharing............................................................. 6R.I.S.K. (Re-Inventing Student Konnections)......... 19SSAFETY REMINDERS........................................... 51Security.................................................................. 31Seizure of Contraband........................................... 30Sexual Harassment Policy Statement............. 30–31Sexual Misconduct.......................................... 31–33Sigma Beta Delta................................................... 23www.esu.edu | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | East Stroudsburg UniversitySigma Phi Omega.................................................. 23Sigma Pi Epsilon Delta........................................... 23Sigma Pi Sigma...................................................... 23Sigma Tau Delta..................................................... 23Sigma Theta Tau.................................................... 24Sigma Xi................................................................. 24Sign Language Club............................................... 19Smoking Policy...................................................... 31Social Fraternities.................................................. 24Society of Leadership and Success......................... 19Society of Physics Students................................... 19Sociology Club....................................................... 19Soliciting and Sales................................................ 31Sororities............................................................... 24Spanish Club.......................................................... 19Speech and Hearing Center.................................... 11Sport Management Club........................................ 20Sports teams.......................................................... 14Stage II................................................................... 20Stony Acres............................................................ 11Store...................................................................... 12Stroud Courier.................................................. 20, 24STUDENT ACTIVITY ASSOCIATION.................... 13Student Code of Conduct................................ 41–47Student Communications Media, Rightsand Responsibilities............................................ 38Student Employment................................................ 7Student Nurses Association................................... 20Student Parking Fees............................................. 49Student Pennsylvania State Education Association. 20Student Senate...................................................... 13Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE).......................... 20Student’s Right of Privacy............................... 40–41Student Support Services......................................... 5Student-to-Student Sexual Misconduct Policy. 31–33TTelevision Production Club.................................... 20Tobacco..................................................................... 6Tourism Club.......................................................... 20Transportation.......................................................... 6Tutoring.................................................................... 5UUltimate Frisbee Club............................................ 20Undeclared Students................................................ 5University Bands.................................................... 20University Brass Ensemble..................................... 21University Center................................................... 11University/Community Concert Band.................... 20University Dance Company.................................... 20University Jazz Ensemble....................................... 21UNIVERSITY POLICIES................................ 25–33University Policy on HIV Disease............................ 33UNIVERSITY SERVICES.................................. 5–12University Singers.................................................. 21University Store..................................................... 12University-Wide Tutorial Program (UWIP)................ 5University Woodwind Ensemble............................ 21VVeterans of ESU...................................................... 20Vocal Performing Arts........................................... 21Voices of Triumph.................................................. 21WWALKING, JOGGING & BIKING.......................... 52Warrior Marching Band......................................... 21Wells for Africa...................................................... 22WESS FM Radio...................................................... 22Women for Awareness........................................... 22Women’s Center..................................................... 12Women’s Rugby Club............................................. 22Woodwind Ensemble............................................. 2155Index

56 East Stroudsburg University | Student Handbook 2012-2014 | www.esu.edu||||||||||||| THE ESU PROMISE |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||A Commitment to CivilityEAST STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY is committed to the advancement of learning andservice to society. This is best accomplished in an atmosphere of mutual respect andcivility, self-restraint, concern for others, and academic integrity. By choosing to join thiscommunity, I accept the obligation to live by these common values and commit myself tothe following principles:As an ESU student . . .n I will embrace the concept of a civil community which abhors violence, theft, andexploitation of others;n I will commit myself to the pursuit of knowledge with personal integrity and academichonesty;n I will respect the sanctity of the learning environment and avoid disruptive and deceitfulbehavior toward other members of the campus community;n I will support a culture of diversity by respecting the rights of those who differ frommyself;n I will contribute to the development of a caring community where compassion for othersand freedom of thought and expression are valued;n I will honor, challenge and contribute to the scholarly heritage left by those whopreceded me and work to leave this a better place for those who follow.n By endorsing these common principles, I accept a moral obligation to behave in waysthat contribute to a civil campus environment and resolve to support this behavior inothers. This commitment to civility is my promise to East Stroudsburg University and itscommunity of scholars.

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