Sanctions and Progressive Discipline Policy

Policy Number: 400-015 Governance, Risk and Compliance

Policy Title: Sanctions and Progressive Discipline Policy

Responsible Officers: Chief Compliance Officer

Responsible Offices: Office of Compliance

Effective Date: September 24, 2026

Next Review Date: September 2028

Summary: This policy establishes a framework for the application of sanctions and progressive discipline when faculty or staff violate University policies, ensuring that disciplinary actions are consistent, transparent, proportionate to the violation, and aligned with applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards.

Keywords: employment policy, compliance, verbal counseling, written warnings, suspension, demotion, termination