Graduate Student Handbook
Table of Contents
Welcome
The Bentley Beliefs
Welcome from the Vice President of Students Affairs
Important Laws
Disclaimer
Graduate Academic Program, Policies and Procedures
Grading Policy
Incomplete Grade Procedures
Grade Changes
Academic Performance Jeopardy Grades
Repeat Policy
Grade Point Average
Receipt of Grades
Graduation Honors
Satisfactory Academic Progress
Degree Conferral and Graduation
Intention to Graduate
Graduate School Commencement Participation Policy
Special Notes
Honor Society
Course Withdrawal
Refunds
Tuition Refunds
Room and Board Refunds
Return of Funds Policy for Federal Aid Recipients
Office of Graduate Student and Academic Services
Academic Integrity
The Bentley Honor Code
Faculty Responsibilities and Rights
Student Responsibilities and Rights
Structure and Process
Academic Integrity Office
Violation Levels, Sanctions, and Procedures
Level I Violations
Level II Violations
Level III Violations
Level IV Violations
Academic Integrity Hearings
Appeals
Acknowledgments
Rights, Responsibilities and Policies
Rights
Freedom of Association
Freedom of Petition
Freedom of Speech
Freedom of Assembly
Freedom of Protest
Cultural Diversity
Rights Regarding Education Records
Responsibilities
Jury Duty
Alcohol and Other Drug Policies
Massachusetts Law
Use of Alcohol on the Bentley Campus
Regulations on Use of Alcohol in Public Areas
Regulations for Licensed Service of Alcohol at Events
Use of Alcohol in the Residence Halls
Illegal Parties
Kegs and Beer Balls
Containers of Alcohol
Party Registration Workshops
Penalties for Violations of Alcohol Regulations
Other Drugs
Violation of Law
Harassment
Hazing
Sexual Assault
Theft or Unauthorized Use of Property
Endangering Health or Safety
Gambling/Bookmaking
Firearms and Weapons
Firecrackers and Fireworks
Bomb Threats
Sales and Solicitation
Rights of Others
Harassment
Guests
Quiet Hours
Noise Ordinance
Compliance with Administrative Faculty Requests
Expectations and Standards for Off-Campus Behavior
Safety and Security
Fire Safety Violations
Health and Safety Inspections
Automobile Rules and Regulations
ID Cards
Smoking Policy
Metal Dectector Policy for Student Sponsored Events
Poster Policy
Appliances
Bicycles and Motorcycles
Balcony Policy
Screen Window Policy
False ID Forgery
Property Violations
Damage from Vandalism
Lounge Furniture
Pets
Trash Disposal
Guidelines for Outside Use of Grounds
Bentley Logo
Computer Ethics
Residential Services Policies
Room Change Policy
Room Selection Lottery
Housing Refunds
Withdrawal from Housing
Policies on Filling Vacancies
Unauthorized Residents
Furniture, Painting
Combination Changes
ID Card Access System
Fines
Maintenance
General Information About Housing
Closing Dates and Information
Winter Break Housing
Other Policies
Shuttle Policy
HIV Policy
Health Insurance
Email Communication Policy
Fitness Center
Judicial System
Office of Student Affairs
Judicial Process
Administrative Hearing Officers
Members of Judicial Bodies
Level One Judicial Board
Level Two Judicial Board
Level Three Judicial Board
Judicial Hearings
Students' Rights
Appeals
Judicial Process for Student Organizations
Incomplete Sanctions and Fines
Judicial Files
Special Circumstances
Administrative Actions
Conduct Review Committee
Sanctions
Admonition
Educational Community Service Project
Educational Seminars and Programs
Referral
Work Sanction
Warning
Restitution
Fines
Residential Probation
Disciplinary Probation
Suspended Suspension from Housing
Suspension from Housing
Expulsion from Housing
Suspended Suspension from the University
Suspension from the University
Expulsion from the University
Prohibitions and Restrictions
Alcohol and Other Drug Resources
Health Risks of Drugs
Alcohol
Cocaine, Amphetamines and Ecstacy
Marijuana
Depressants
Anabolic Steroids
Hallucinogens
Opiates
Legal Risks
Effects of Alcohol
Drugs of Abuse
Federal Trafficking Penalties
Federal Trafficking Penalties - Marijuana
Victim Resources
Where to Go and What to Do if You are Sexually Assaulted
How to Report a Sexual Assault and How to Press Charges
Harassment
