New & Revised Policies

University Policy 407, Code of Student Academic Integrity

  July 7, 2025

Status: Revised


In alignment with the strategic plan of the office of Student Accountability & Conflict Resolution, and in partnership with the Academic Integrity Task Force, University Policy 407, Code of Student Academic Integrity, has been holistically revised, rewritten, and reorganized to make the language more understandable for our students, faculty members, and community. Additionally, the Policy and its Supplemental Procedures were revised to address gaps in accountability measures, including but not limited to adding language related to artificial intelligence.

Significant revisions include:

  • Replacing the term “conduct” with the term “accountability” or “behavior,” and replacing the term “sanctions” with “outcomes” to be consistent with the terminology used in the Code of Student Responsibility.
  • Adding definition of “Artificial Intelligence” to Chapter 2.
  • Updating the definition of “Cheating: Unauthorized Collaboration” to include “communicating about and/or sharing the work or effort in an academic exercise with another individual or individuals without Authorization.”
  • Updating the definition of “Cheating: Use of Unauthorized Materials” to include “Artificial Intelligence.”
  • Adding a new category of prohibited behavior, Failure to Comply:
    • Failure to Comply means failing to comply with a specific instruction related to protecting academic integrity that has been clearly communicated in a particular course, syllabus, test, assessment, assignment, or other academic exercise.
  • Updating the definition of “Plagiarism” to include Artificial Intelligence and to highlight types of behavior associated with plagiarism.
  • Adding an “Outcome-Only” Hearing option for cases where a student takes responsibility for their behavior, but disagrees with the outcomes proposed through a Facilitated Resolution.
  • Updating language, definitions, and procedures to align with University Policy 406, Code of Student Responsibility, where applicable.
  • Removing “Whether the incident was motivated by bias based upon an individual’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, age, national origin, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status” from the list of compelling factors to consider in determination of outcomes, since these incidents are referred to and managed by the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX, and are beyond the scope of the Academic Misconduct Procedures.
  • Adding a new Chapter 11. Graduate Students, to highlight the heightened academic integrity responsibilities and expectations of those engaging in graduate coursework.
  • Updating the “Procedures for Adjudication of Academic Misconduct Cases” to ensure consistency in language, increase readability and update the Informal Resolution Process to reflect the DocuSign procedure.



University Policy 411, Student Grievance Policy

  March 24, 2025

Status: Revised

This rewritten Policy has been revised to clarify (1) the scope and applicability of the Policy, and (2) what types of grievances are appropriate for redress (and what types are covered by other policies and procedures). The rewritten Policy also encourages informal resolution and details the formal resolution process, establishing a revised Student Grievance Report form for submitting grievances. The formal resolution process identifies the Responsible Administrator who has authority to resolve the matter, removes the fact-finding panel option, and removes the opportunity for appeal of that decision. 



University Policy 716, Youth Protection Policy

  February 11, 2025

Status: Revised

The tile of University Policy 716 has been changed from “Minors on Campus” to “Youth Protection Policy” to better align it with the Youth Protection program managed by Risk Management and Insurance and changes in industry terminology. Specifically, the Policy title “Minors on Campus” was misleading, since the Policy in fact covers
minors participating in programs and activities that are occurring both on the UNC Charlotte campus, as well as programs and activities involving minors that are under the control or direction of the University, regardless of location.



University Policy 720, Threat Assessment and Management

  January 23, 2025

Status: Revised

University Policy 720, Threat Assessment and Management, has been revised to align with the new UNC System Regulation on Behavioral Threat Assessment and Management Teams (UNC Policy Manual 1300.7[R]).



University Policy 601.1 , Use of University Supplies, Equipment, Technology, Phones, and Other Resources

  December 6, 2024

Status: Revised

These revisions to University Policy 601.1, Use of University Supplies, Equipment, Technology, Phones, and Other Resources, are intended to comply with statutory requirements enacted in June 2024 regarding viewing pornographic material on University devices or networks. (See N.C. General Statute §143-805 on p. 6 of H971.) 



University Policy 302, Website Standards

  November 7, 2024

Status: Revised

The revisions to University Policy 302, Website Standards, are intended to integrate comprehensive website governance across the University website’s ecosystem to align with the overarching objectives of the web redesign project. This shift aims to foster a cohesive digital presence that reflects the institution's values, enhances user experience, and ensures consistency and accuracy across all online platforms. By implementing a more robust website governance policy, the University can streamline web content management processes, uphold branding standards, and improve accessibility and user experience. Embracing this change underscores the University's commitment to innovation and excellence in its digital initiatives, ultimately empowering stakeholders to effectively engage with the institution's online resources.



University Policy 601.6 , Use of University Space

  August 14, 2024

Status: Revised

University Policy 601.6, Use of University Space, is intended to combine and replace both the former Policy 601.6, Scheduling University Facilities, and University Policy 601.9, Sales, Solicitations, Distribution of Materials, and Campus Displays, which were closely intertwined and addressed related issues. Combining them into one newly rewritten University Policy is intended to provide the University community with a “one stop shop” to find guidance on the appropriate use of University space, including space reservations; priority for the use of space; restricted and instructional space; major events; expressive activity not requiring reservations; distribution of materials; postings, chalking, banners, and signs; sales and solicitation; and structures.



University Policy 601.9 , Prohibition on Camping

  August 14, 2024

Status: Newly Approved

University Policy 601.9, Prohibition on Camping, is a new University Policy intended to clarify what constitutes “camping” and to prohibit camping on University property.

(This new Policy replaces prior University Policy 601.9, Sales, Solicitations, Distribution of Materials, and Campus Displays, which was rescinded and replaced by a rewritten University Policy 601.6, Use of University Space, on August 14, 2024)



University Policy 721, Personal Identification Policy

  August 8, 2024

Status: Newly Approved

University Policy 721, Personal Identification Policy, is a new University Policy intended to comply with recent revisions to N.C. General Statute 14-12.11(a)(6) and N.C. General Statute 14-12.11(c) with regard to masks, as well as to require that individuals on campus carry their 49er ID Card or government-issued identification and be prepared to establish their identity to the satisfaction of an Authorized University Employee for various University purposes.



University Policy 102.13 , Tenure Policies, Regulations, and Procedures of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte

  April 25, 2024

Status: Revised

On April 25, 2024, the UNC Charlotte Board of Trustees approved revisions to University Policy 102.13, Tenure Policies, Regulations, and Procedures, to align the Policy with recent revisions to the Code of the University of North Carolina (Sections 603 and 604)Regulation on Disciplinary Discharge, Suspension, or Demotion Under Section 603 of The Code (101.3.1.1[R]); and Regulation on Non-Reappointment, Denial of Tenure, and Denial of Promotion Under Section 604 of The Code (101.3.1.2[R]).

Final approval by the President of the University of North Carolina, as required by UNC Code Section 602.8, is pending.