The world around us is full of temptation and often leads individuals down a path of self-destruction. From alcohol abuse, to drug use, to illicit sexual encounters, and everything in between, we are faced with choices that inhibit our ability to become the people that God called us to be. 

At Ohio Valley University, our goal is to assist students in overcoming those challenges. We encourage our students to be non-conformists -- to free themselves from self-destructive behavior -- to contribute to our campus environment -- to make choices that are consistent with God's standards -- to be transformed.

Student Discipline is one avenue that we utilize to help students meet those objectives.  

While the Student Discipline process includes responses that are punitive in nature, punishment is not the sole purpose. Instead, all measures identified in Student Discipline are designed to allow students to reflect on their actions, re-connect students with the mission, purpose, and identity of Ohio Valley University, and to encourage students to make choices that represent those values in their daily lives.

Additionally, the Student Discipline process addresses attitudes that display a lack of respect for the University, members of the University community, and Christian ideals. Attitudes that reflect an intentional failure to comply with the University's aims will be examined closely.

The links below will define key words and provide an overview of the student discipline process at Ohio Valley University.

     Definitions
     The Process of Student Discipline

If you have any questions about student discipline, please feel free to contact Jason Dougherty, dean of students, at 304.865.6084.