Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University.
Mission Statement
"To promote and maintain a campus environment conducive to learning by the consistent application of the student conduct policies and procedures described in the VSU Student Handbook and the Student Code of Conduct.”
The Student Conduct Office's mission is consistent with the mission and goals of the University System of Georgia (USG), the Institution (VSU), and with the standards of the Council for the Advancement of Standards in Higher Education (CAS).
Goal 1: Enforcement of the Student Code of Conduct
The Student Conduct Office will promote, "..the redirection of student behavior toward the achievement of academic goals... by the systematic enforcement of the Student Code of Conduct".
Goal 2: Increased Awareness of Program and Process
The Student Conduct Office will promote and reinforce appropriate student behavior by increasing VSU student, administration, staff, and faculty awareness of the student conduct process and procedures.