This policy describes the expectations for students at Auburn University athletic events, including the behaviors that are not permitted and the consequences for not following policy guidelines, including the loss of student ticket privileges and removal from the athletic event.

Auburn University is an alcohol-free campus, including all university-campus and affiliated housing. The consumption of alcohol is prohibited on university property. Exceptions to this can be found in this policy.

The campus distribution policy governs how printed materials like signs, literature, and posters can be used, posted, and distributed on Auburn University's campus by students, employees, and invited guests.

In order to maintain a safe academic environment, Auburn University prohibits the possession or use of dangerous or potentially dangerous weapon(s) on all university properties, with limited exceptions.

• This policy applies to all, including guests and visitors at any university campus, facility, or event.
• Temporary exclusion may be granted for job-related, educational, or demonstration purposes.
• The Department of Campus Safety and Security offers secure, temporary storage for firearms lawfully possessed by students.

Auburn University values the free exchange of ideas as a key part of its mission for teaching and research. University spaces are primarily for academic and related activities. However, the university also supports the right to free speech and assembly. Outdoor spaces on campus can be used for demonstrations and expressive activities following the rules set out in this policy.

If a student is unable to complete their course(s) due to unforeseen circumstances or an emergency, they may be eligible to receive a grade assignment of “incomplete.” This policy outlines the faculty steps for assigning grades of incomplete. To be eligible for incompletes, a student must have a documented reason (illness/ death in family/ etc.) for an incomplete, have completed more than half the class, and be passing the class. Requests for incompletes must be initiated by the student in writing to the faculty member prior to the final exam date for the course.

Auburn University's Definition of Hazing

Hazing is any action taken or situation created intentionally or unintentionally, whether on or off campus, to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, harassment, or ridicule... or other activities which are not consistent with organizational laws, ritual, or policy, or the regulations and policies of the educational institution. Actions, forced or required or implied to be required, which violate federal, state, or local law, are considered hazing.

If you need additional information, have questions or comments, or need to report a hazing incident, please contact us by email or call Student Conduct at 334-844-1305. You may also report a hazing incident anonymously.

Auburn University believes health, safety, and wellness are crucial to student success. If a student under the age of 21 is involved in alcohol or drug-related incidents, including policy violations or medical emergencies, parents or guardians will be notified so they can be more fully involved in these critical issues that impact their student.

Students should contact their instructors directly to discuss all absences.

If a student is unable to contact their professors due to inpatient hospitalization or incapacitation, the Auburn Cares office can assist a student by contacting the Associate Dean of the student’s college and requesting that the student’s professors be notified of their absence. For notification to be sent, the Auburn Cares office must be notified of the incident by the impacted student, parent or guardian.

The Auburn Cares office does not provide class excuses for absences. Please keep in mind that notification of a student’s Associate Dean, and subsequently their professors, by the Auburn Cares office regarding an absence is not an “excused absence.” The notification provided by the Auburn Cares office on the student’s behalf explains the circumstances surrounding an absence (e.g., illness, injury, death in family, personal emergency, etc.) and requests that the instructor work with the student to complete missed course work if appropriate. Depending on the reason for the absence, professors have the right to accept or reject the notification.

The goal of Auburn University and its faculty and students is to foster a dynamic environment of higher learning where all students develop analytical skills, learn to think critically and communicate effectively, promote inquiry, pursue knowledge, and prepare for productive careers. Behavior in the classroom that impedes teaching and learning and creates obstacles to this goal is considered disruptive and therefore subject to sanctions.

The purpose of these sanctions is to create and protect an optimum learning experience; they should not be considered punitive, neither by the student nor by the instructor. Disagreement expressed in a civil fashion, eccentricity, idiosyncrasy, and unconventional behavior are not, per se, disruptive to the classroom experience. These sanctions are intended only to preserve the classroom as a place to pursue knowledge, exchange ideas, and share opinions in an atmosphere of tolerance. Students have the responsibility of complying with behavioral standards.

Auburn University is committed to providing a smoke/vape-free environment for all students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This policy prohibits smoking and vaping in university-owned or leased buildings, facilities, grounds, and vehicles, with few exceptions. Littering the campus with remains of disposable tobacco/nicotine products is also prohibited.

Auburn University's Student Organization Social Event Policy provides social event requirements intended to empower students to plan, promote, and host safe and responsible social events.