2021 - 2022 COM Student Handbook

Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook 35 proper authorization, are subject to disciplinary action that will result in a hold being placed on university records and transcripts until restitution is made, as well as such other sanctions as may be appropriate. Any contract entered into on behalf of the university by a student without proper authorization is void. B.8 Damage or Vandalism to Property Defacing, littering, or damaging property of the university is prohibited. B.9 Dangerous Items Weapons, firearms, and other dangerous items are prohibited on campus. The complete NSU Firearms or other weapons policy is available on the Public Safety website . A weapon includes • any item designed to inflict a wound or cause injury to another person • any item used to harass, threaten, intimidate, assault, or commit battery • any item the university deems dangerous A firearm includes any weapon that is designed, or may readily be converted, to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive; the frame or receiver of any such weapon; and any firearm muffler or firearm silencer. Additionally, due to safety concerns raised by the Consumer Product Safety Commission regarding hoverboards—and the potential detrimental impact to the safety of our campuses—the operation, storing, and use of hoverboards is prohibited on all NSU campuses and sites and at all university facilities. Those in violation of this policy may be subject to disciplinary action. B.10 Disorderly Conduct Disorderly conduct that is prohibited includes • loud, threatening, or aggressive behavior or any other behavior which disturbs the peace and/ or impedes the rights of others; and/or disrupts the orderly functioning of the university • lewd, indecent, or obscene conduct or expression made by any means • disruptive behavior which substantially interferes with, obstructs, or in any way negatively impacts the safety, viewing, or enjoyment of others in the residence halls, classrooms, or at a university-sponsored event, on or off campus B.11 Distributing or Posting Printed Media The posting or distribution of printed materials not previously approved by the Posting and Publicity Policies is prohibited. Additional information regarding individual buildings or academic unit policies are also included online for reference.