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The college respects, supports, and advocates the many academic freedoms granted to faculty with the understanding that academic freedoms include expectations and responsibilities. In the event that a faculty member exhibits inappropriate conduct, sanctions or more severe disciplinary action may be taken. Examples of inappropriate conduct include: violation of the college’s sexual harassment or drug and alcohol policies; illegal conduct; failure to fulfill academic obligations; disruption of teaching, research, or other college business; violation of the college’s statement on consensual relationships; academic dishonesty; or any other unprofessional behavior that renders a faculty member unfit in his or her professional capacity as a Simpson faculty member. Any charge that could lead to disciplinary action against a faculty member is a matter of utmost gravity, and the decision to pursue disciplinary action must be weighed with a serious regard for the academic freedom of all parties directly concerned, and indeed for the entire academic community. The faculty member has a right to know the charges and to appeal any decision using the process outlined in Simpson College Faculty Handbook Part III: Personnel Procedures, Section 9 .
9.1.0 Sanctions
9.1.1 Minor Sanctions
Minor disciplinary sanctions may include but are not limited to an oral reprimand, a written reprimand, or a written agreement on the terms for continued appointment.
9.1.2 Severe Disciplinary Sanctions
Severe disciplinary sanctions may include but are not limited to suspension without pay for a specified time, reduction or change of assignment, reduction or change in salary, reduction in rank, or dismissal.
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