Philosophy
The Belmont University mission states that we enable “men and women of diverse backgrounds to engage and transform the world with disciplined intelligence, compassion, courage and faith.” In order to prepare students for this mission, the university upholds high ideals and expectations for each member of the campus community. These ideals are expressed in the university’s Statement of Values and various institutional policies. Belmont University’s disciplinary process is designed to be a part of the educational mission of the university, one that focuses on upholding these values inherent in the Belmont community, teaching all members of the university community the values of appropriate behavior within a community." Belmont’s disciplinary process provides an outline in which members of the Belmont community may resolve violations of values and policies with mutual respect for one another while fostering relationships. These relationships help to create an environment of accountability holding members of the community responsible for their actions with the ultimate goal of encouraging and fostering the personal growth and development of each student. Throughout the process, students are the priority.
When there are violations of the Community Commitments or the underlying policies, the disciplinary process will be governed by the following:
Fairness: The process will be consistent, clear, comprehensive and, when possible, efficient.
Education: The process, including potential consequences, is intentionally designed to be educational. Students are encouraged to consider issues such as responsibility for actions and making wise choices.
Respect: The process will be characterized by respect for all individuals as well as the community as a whole including the values that are upheld by the community.
