Student Code of Ethical Policy

We, students, acknowledge that Delta College is an educational institution that values equality of opportunity, academic freedom, academic excellence, diversity and life-long learning. We respect the mission and values of Delta College, and recognize our  obligations to fellow students, to faculty, to staff and to the community.

Obligations to our fellow students and to faculty

We treat all students and instructors with respect, honesty, and fairness, and  uphold their rights to autonomy, privacy and safety. We support the rights of others to express their views in the spirit of  academic freedom, and will not ridicule, intimidate, or coerce students or instructors. We encourage academic excellence and  discourage academic misconduct. We are committed to learning, to our obligations as students and to the highest standards of  academic integrity. 

Obligations to staff and to our community

We read, understand and comply with all Delta College policies, rules and regulations in our roles as students. We treat staff and  all members of the Delta College community with respect, honesty and fairness. We are devoted to safeguarding the resources  of Delta College, and to using those resources for the benefit of the College and its surrounding communities.

Source: Senate Policy 8.001