Shared Responsibility

Every organization has the duty to take all reasonable steps necessary to prevent infractions of College Policy as well as federal, state, and local laws related to the activities of the organization. This duty is not only applicable to members of the organization who are engaging in the activity, but is applicable to every member, including those not engaged in the activity.

Recognized student organizations should understand that when dealing with allegations of student organization violations, the College defines a “College related activity” as any activity sponsored by the College or by an organization recognized by the College. The degree to which an organization is responsible for the activity of its members is not necessarily dependent upon the number of members engaging in the activity but depends upon whether the activity is related to the organization. All members need to be aware of their behaviors while participating in College related activities.