The University sets minimum standards of behavior for students in a wide array of contexts. The "Code of Student Conduct," which is part of the 2009-2010 Guide to Students Rights and Responsibilities, is the primary document concerning student behavior, and it applies to all students, at all times. 

Other policies also affect student behavior. The 2009-2010 Residential Community Conduct Guidelines apply to all students, particularly those living in and visiting University residential facilities. Student organizations must abide by both the "Code" and the regulations of the Student Activities Center. The Marvin Center, Gelman Library, and the Lerner Health and Wellness Center all have policies concerning student behavior in those particular facilities.  Because the University is located in the District of Columbia, the Laws of the District apply to all students.  Finally, the University takes issues with copyright infringement seriously and must comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DCMA) and the No Electronic Theft Act (NET ACT).

Click on the links below to view University policies concerning student conduct. These files are in Adobe PDF format and require the Adobe Acrobat Reader to be opened and printed. 

University Policies

2009-2010 Guide to Student Rights and Responsibilities
Published by the Office of the Associate Vice President and
Dean of Students

"Code of Student Conduct"
A component of the Guide to Student Rights and Responsibilities

2009-2010 Residential Community Conduct Guidelines (RCCG)
Published by GW Housing Programs

Alcoholic Beverage Consumption and Distribution (ABCD) Policy
Published by the Center for Alcohol and other Drug Education

ResNet Code of Conduct
Published by SASS Technology Communications

Gelman Library; Gelman Library Policies
Published by the University Librarian

Lerner Health and Wellness Center; Lerner Health and Wellness Center Policies
Published by the Athletics Department

ISS Policies
Published by Information Systems and Services

2009-2010 Poster Policy
Published by GW Housing Programs

District of Columbia Laws