Following the hearing, the decision of whether a policy violation has occurred will be determined by using a preponderance of the evidence standard. A finding of a policy violation by a preponderance of the evidence, which differs from the legal process without a reasonable doubt, means that it is more likely than not that, the policy violation occurred. If, following the hearing, the decision is that no policy violation has occurred the process will end. Regardless of the outcome, the complainant, the respondent, and the Title IX Coordinator will be notified of the finding in writing once the charge letter is generated. If the alleged victim is deceased as a result of such crime or offense, the next of kin of such victim shall be treated as the alleged victim for purposes of notification. If a student is found in violation of University policy, the hearing board will assess appropriate disciplinary sanctions after consultation with the Title IX Coordinator and Dean of Students (or designee). The Dean of Students (or designee) will notify the respondent, the complainant, and the Title IX Coordinator in writing of the Dean of Students' decision. PLEASE NOTE: To ensure all things are considered, some sanctions might take up to 7 business days to fully define and to determine the parameters of the particular sanction given.

Should a responding student decide to withdraw from the University and/or not participate in the investigation and/or hearing, the process will nonetheless proceed in the student's absence to a reasonable resolution and that student will not be permitted to return to the University unless any and all sanctions have been satisfied. The Title IX Coordinator will continue to act to promptly and effectively remedy the effects of the conduct upon the complainant and the community.

Sanctions for a student who has violated Standards of Conduct, may include, but are not limited to, verbal or written warning, required educational program, social probation, suspension, and expulsion.