The Dean of Students Department
Student Rights & Responsibilities

University Center A, Suite 4117
850.644.5136

Hours:
M-F, 8:00am - 5:00pm

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Ethics Class

Research indicates that students make significant strides in their moral development during their college years and that learning occurs best when placed within the context of the student experience (Chickering & Gamson, 1987, Pascarella & Terenzini, 1991).  How can one unit use this knowledge to more purposefully influence student learning and ethical decision-making?  Moreover, how can multiple units coordinate their efforts to influence the ethical climate on campus?  This session will explore these and other questions while engaging participants in a dialogue about efforts to stress the importance of institutional values and student ethical decision making. 

At Florida State University, the Office of Student Rights & Responsibilities takes an active role by providing an Ethics Course sanction to students found responsible for conduct code violations. The course fosters an environment of open discussion for students to connect with administrators and peers and to reflect on their decision-making skills.

The Ethics course received the Silver Award for the Housing, Residence Life, Campus Security, Contracted Services, Judicial and related programs.  The NASPA Excellence Awards recognizes the contributions of NASPA members who are transforming higher education through outstanding programs, innovative services, and effective administration.

Fall 2011 Ethics Course Dates

January 24 & 26 (Tuesday & Thursday) 4:00 - 6:00 PM
February 6 & 8 (Monday & Wednesday) 4:00 - 6:00 PM
March 13 & 15 (Tuesday & Thursday) 4:00 - 6:00 PM
March 26 & 28 (Monday & Wednesday) 4:00 - 6:00 PM
April 9 & 11 (Monday & Wednesday) 4:00 - 6:00 PM

*Times are subject to change depending on student availability.

Click here to register for an Ethics Course