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Sexual Misconduct https://www.plu.edu/student-code-of-conduct/student-code-of-conduct-policies/sexual-misconduct/

Pacific Lutheran University’s Sexual Misconduct policy covers student to student-related concerns of Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault and Sexual Misconduct, Dating Violence or Domestic Violence (“Relationship Violence”) and Stalking. Please see the Sexual Misconduct Policy in its entirety.

Pets On-Campus https://www.plu.edu/student-code-of-conduct/student-code-of-conduct-policies/pets-on-campus/

The university recognizes the important role of pets in the lives of some employees and students. This defines the policies within which pet visits to campus are welcome. For the purposes of this policy, the following definitions will apply: Pet Owner: Anyone working or studying at the university, including faculty, staff, administrators, students, temporary employees, or others who bring a pet to campus. Pet: A domestic animal that is owned by, resides with, and is cared for by an

Equipment Misuse https://www.plu.edu/student-code-of-conduct/student-code-of-conduct-policies/equipment-misuse/

University equipment may be used only for university functions during the hours and at the locations that have been approved through advanced scheduling. A violation of equipment misuse may come with a fine, which includes any damage to the equipment, and potential probation of using university equipment in the future.

Equal Educational Opportunity https://www.plu.edu/student-code-of-conduct/student-code-of-conduct-policies/equal-educational-opportunity/

Pacific Lutheran University is committed to providing equal opportunity in education for all students without regard to a person’s race, color, national origin, creed, religion, age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, or any other status protected by law. The university community will not tolerate any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or abuse of or toward any member of the university community. The University holds as basic the integrity and well

Internships: Breana Downs ’24 spends the summer with native birds at the Rocky Mountain Wildlife All https://www.plu.edu/admission/blog/breana-downs-24-internship-rocky-mountain-wildlife-alliance/

you to out-of-this-world professional experiences through internships! PLU even offers scholarships for internship-related expenses so you can get the internship experience without worrying about funding. Downs is weighing a severely emaciated juvenile Golden Eagle about two weeks after he was first rescued. He was put on a high protein liquid diet and is currently still recovering at the wildlife rehabilitation center. Downs and another RMWA Employee are gavage feeding a severely emaciated

Residence Hall Furnishings https://www.plu.edu/student-code-of-conduct/student-code-of-conduct-policies/residence-hall-furnishings/

The University will furnish each student with a single bed, desk, chair, room light, dresser, closet, and blinds in each residence hall room. University furnishings may not be removed from student rooms, lounges, or halls. All attached room furnishings must remain attached. Penalties for moving such furnishings may include fines and/or disciplinary proceedings, without prior permission from the Director of Residential Life or designee. Non-PLU lofts/bunks are prohibited on-campus. All lofts

Social Media & Electronic Communication https://www.plu.edu/nursing-student-handbook/professional-conduct-and-values-of-the-nursing-profession/social-media-electronic-communication/

The use of social media and other electronic communication has become commonplace in our everyday lives. Every day new outlets, platforms, and applications are created and individuals are increasingly participating in blogs, social networking sites, video sites, online chat rooms, and forums in both a personal and professional manner. “The very nature of this medium, however, can pose a risk as it offers instantaneous posting opportunities that allow little time for reflective thought and

University Violence Prevention Policy https://www.plu.edu/student-code-of-conduct/student-code-of-conduct-policies/university-violence-prevention-policy/

students are responsible for reporting situations that are or could become threatening. Verbal threats, threatening behavior, or acts of violence by an employee, student or other member of the campus community against other employees, students, vendors, or campus visitors will not be tolerated. Persons found to have violated this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action, including potential dismissal. Arrest and criminal prosecution by off-campus authorities is also possible. Threats or

Firearms, Explosives, or Weapons https://www.plu.edu/student-code-of-conduct/student-code-of-conduct-policies/firearms-explosives-or-weapons/

Items potentially hazardous to members of the campus community are prohibited. This policy applies to the campus, university vehicles and at any university sponsored off-campus event. Students who are aware of a weapon on campus are encouraged to make a report with Campus Safety at 253-535-7441 or call the Pierce County Sheriff’s Department anonymous gun hotline at 1-800-862-4867. Given recent events on university campuses, PLU students are expected to demonstrate common sense and good

Social Media Posting Guidelines https://www.plu.edu/student-code-of-conduct/student-code-of-conduct-policies/social-media-posting-guidelines/

Pacific Lutheran University supports all of our community members taking part in social media and posting, blogging, or tweeting about their experiences. While there are great opportunities within social media, there is also the possibility of a host of unintended consequences. Pacific Lutheran University does not monitor all activity on social media; however, if social media activity that is deemed inappropriate or offensive is brought to the attention of PLU, actions may be taken