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Sexual Misconduct Policy

  • Speech Code Rating
    Red
  • Speech Code Category
    Harassment Policies
  • Last Updated
The University may address conduct that, although it does not rise to the level of constituting Sexual Misconduct as defined by this Policy, is nevertheless offensive and/or unwanted conduct of a sexual nature. Addressing such conduct may not result in the imposition…

Student Handbook: Non-Academic Administrative Policies- Posting of Signs and Banners

  • Speech Code Rating
    Yellow
  • Speech Code Category
    Posting and Distribution Policies
  • Last Updated
All items to be posted must have the name of the individual student or registered student organization and/or department clearly identified as the sponsor or the words “sponsored by (name of organization)” on each item. ... The University retains the right to…

Student Handbook: Student Conduct Code- Bullying and/or Harassment

  • Speech Code Rating
    Yellow
  • Speech Code Category
    Bullying Policies
  • Last Updated
Bullying and/or harassment is defined as an electronic, physical, verbal, or graphic conduct(s) that is so severe, pervasive, or persistent that it either causes actual harm to a person’s physical/mental well-being, property, or educational experience or causes a person to reasonably fear…

Student Handbook: Non-Academic Administrative Policies- Use of University Space, Solicitation

  • Speech Code Rating
    Yellow
  • Speech Code Category
    Posting and Distribution Policies
  • Last Updated
Whether internal or external, solicitation is not allowed on campus without prior written approval. Solicitation includes, but is not limited to, approaching someone with a request or plea, as well as setting up a table or other temporary structure for the same…

Student Handbook: Student Organization Conduct Expectations- Demeaning Behavior

  • Speech Code Rating
    Yellow
  • Speech Code Category
    Policies on Tolerance, Respect, and Civility
  • Last Updated
In addition to Student Conduct Code violations, the organizations may be charged with the following: i. Demeaning Behavior. Any actions, activities, events or themes, whether on or off campus, which are demeaning and/or discriminatory based on a person’s race, religious creed, color…

Student Handbook: Non-Academic Administrative Policies- Bias Incident Response & Support

  • Speech Code Rating
    Yellow
  • Speech Code Category
    Policies on Bias and Hate Speech
  • Last Updated
Furman University emphasizes the worth of all people. Acts that violate this core value will not be tolerated. Accordingly, Furman has implemented a Bias Incident Response & Support (BIRS) plan that is managed by the BIRS Team. The BIRS team addresses bias…