Code of Student Conduct Revisions 2024

December 4, 2023
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Recent changes have been made to the Code of Student Conduct at Ohio State University. The Code, which is a part of the Ohio Administrative Code that adopts rules for state agencies, colleges, and universities, is used to establish and protect the core missions of the university.

The Board of Trustees approved revisions to the code during its most recent meeting and these changes will go into effect on January 1, 2024. These changes include additions to policies, as well as further clarification on previous policies. It is the responsibility of each student to know and abide by the code, so staying updated on the changes can impact your university experience.

Changes include:

  • Inclusion of the University’s Shared Values in the Code’s introduction and purpose.
  • A suggested Buckeye Honor Pledge for instructors to consider using at their discretion in examinations, papers and other assignments.
  • A statement directing students to the ADA Coordinator’s office for assistance with accommodations during the Student Conduct process.
  • Changes/additions to the list of prohibited conduct:
    • Updated definition of academic misconduct, including the addition of unauthorized use of generative artificial intelligence system or similar technologies. 
    • Addition of “Harm to animals” under prohibited conduct.
    • Clarity regarding the violation of other university rules or federal, state, or local laws,
  • General improvements throughout for readability and the addition of three new defined terms (academic activities, calendar days, business days).

The Code of Student Conduct is available on the Board of Trustees website. (https://trustees.osu.edu/bylaws-and-rules/code)

More information about the Code and its revisions will be available on Student Conduct’s website (https://go.osu.edu/coderevisions) as well.

As always, staff from Student Life Student Conduct are available to answer questions about the Code of Student Conduct. Call 614-292-0748 during normal business hours or email studentconduct@osu.edu.