Kentucky State University
Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct
The Kentucky State University Ethical Principles and Code of Conduct are intended to document expectations of responsibility and integrity. Exemplary ethical conduct is critically important in our relationships with colleagues, Regents, students, volunteers, contractors, and the public. This statement reflects the values of the University approved by the Board of Regents on July 21, 2004. The following core values guide our decisions and behavior.
Integrity
Academic excellence and freedom
Mutual respect and human dignity
Diversity of thought, culture, gender, and ethnicity
Personal and institutional responsibility and accountability
Shared governance
A sense of community
Sensitivity to work-life concerns
■ Civic responsibility
Each member of the University must endeavor to:
promote the best interests of the Kentucky State University
foster the Vision, Mission, and Values of the University
preserve the public's respect and confidence in the Kentucky State University
exhibit personal integrity, honesty, and responsibility in all actions
provide an environment of mutual respect, impartiality, and collaboration
maintain confidentiality in all matters deemed confidential
assure independence of judgment free from conflicting interests
ensure that relationships that constitute or could be perceived as conflicts of interest are fully and properly disclosed and University guidelines are followed
comply with the policies and procedures of the Kentucky State University and applicable state and federal laws and regulations
Those acting on behalf of Kentucky State University have a duty to conduct themselves in a manner that will maintain the public's trust in the integrity of the University and to act compatibly with their obligation to the University. The Code of Conduct establishes guidelines for professional conduct for University members, including Regents, executive officers, faculty, staff, and other individuals employed by the University, those using University resources or facilities, and volunteers and representatives acting as agents of the University (collectively "University members"). The conduct of students is addressed in the Student Handbook.
The Code of Conduct is intended as a general guide to determine what conduct is expected and to help individuals to determine behaviors that should be avoided. Employees are strongly urged to consult with their supervisor to review and evaluate specific situations. In addition to the Code, University members are generally subject to all University Board Policies, Administrative Regulations, and University Guidelines, and state and federal law. Violations of this code will be subject to appropriate penalties.