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Guide to Student Life 
    
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  Residence Life

  Residence Life - Mission and Objectives
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  YHC Code of Conduct

  Students Rights and Responsibilities
  Application of the Code of Conduct
  Rights and Responsibilities of Accused Students in the Conduct Process
  Standards of Conduct
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  Interim Measures
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  Student Conduct Board
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  Composition of the Board
  Witnesses and Exhibits
  Burden to Establish Responsibility
  Determination of Responsibility
  Sanctioning Phase
  Appeals Process
  Notification to Others
  Student Conduct Records
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Guide to Student Life

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Young Harris College will be a liberal arts institution of recognized excellence, comprised of a vibrant community of learners.