Kentucky State University Student Code of Conduct ("The Thorobred Creed")

When becoming part of the University community, the student enjoys social, cultural, and educational opportunities. They also assume the role of a citizen of the community and agree to abide by the regulations and standards of conduct operative in the University community. Students are expected to show respect for others, themselves, and the University community; take responsibility for their behavior; read and understand the Kentucky State University Student Handbook (also referred to as the K-Book); and uphold the Thorobred Creed. Students are responsible for knowing the University's policies, disciplinary procedures, and penalties. Information regarding the Thorobred Creed is available in the Kentucky State University Handbook: https://www.kysu.edu/academics/registrar/select-a-catalog.php.

SON Classroom and Clinical Code of Conduct and Honor Code

A positive classroom and clinical environment facilitate teaching and learning. Students, in particular, play an important role in creating this type of environment. Students shall:

• attend class and clinical assignments
• arrive to scheduled classes on time, remain through the full period, and bring all necessary materials
• come prepared to class and clinical and complete all required readings and preparation

Students shall not engage in behaviors that detract from the learning experience. These behaviors include, but are not limited to, talking in class, sleeping, reading other works, and/or unnecessary movement in and out of the classroom and clinical areas. Students shall conduct and express themselves in a manner that is respectful of all persons. Students shall review and follow the course syllabi for each nursing course, which may include additional expectations for behavior and conduct in the classroom and/or clinical setting. Students in the SON shall support and abide by the Honor Code/Integrity Policy of the SON in all activities related to his/her education.

University Academic Honesty Policy

The University expects that students will conduct themselves with honesty and integrity. Academic Integrity is a fundamental value for the Kentucky State University community of students, faculty, and staff. Each student enrolled at Kentucky State University is expected to adhere to rigorous standards of honesty. It should be clearly understood that academic dishonesty and incidents of academic dishonesty will have serious consequences. Information regarding the KSU Academic Honesty Policy is available in the University Undergraduate Catalogue: https://www.kysu.edu/academics/registrar/select-a-catalog.php.