The University of Memphis students are citizens of the state, local, and national governments, and of the academic community. They are, therefore, expected to conduct themselves as law abiding members of each community at all times. Admission to the University carries with it special privileges and imposes special responsibilities apart from those rights and duties enjoyed by non-students.
Students are, however, subject to all national, state and local laws and ordinances.
If a student's violation of such laws or ordinances also adversely affects the University's pursuit of its educational objectives, the University may enforce its own regulations regardless of any proceeding instituted by other authorities. Additionally, violations of any section of the Code may subject a student to disciplinary measures by the University whether or not such conduct is simultaneously violative of state, local or national laws. Any question of interpretation regarding the Code of Student Conduct shall be referred to the Vice President of Student Affairs, or his or her designee, for final determination. B. The Code of Student Conduct shall be reviewed annually under the direction of the Judicial Officer.