I. POLICY
Adams State University System will prohibit persons who have exhibited behavior detrimental to the university community
from being present in any system locations and at any system functions.
This policy is in addition to and does not supersede student conduct procedures or employee disciplinary procedures
currently in place on the campus.
II. PURPOSE
This policy is designed to maintain a safe environment for the University community. Individuals who disregard University
policy or laws on the University campus may be barred from all or part of the University.
III. DEFINITIONS
Persona Non Grata Status: For the purposes of this policy, “persona non grata (PNG) status” refers to the subject of a
PNG Notification who has exhibited behavior that has been deemed detrimental to the University community and thus is
no longer permitted to be present in any or specified University locations.
Persona Non Grata Notification: For purposes of this policy, “persona non grata (PNG) notification” refers to the letter
issued to the subject describing the University facilities to which the subject is denied entry and the terms and duration of
any restrictions.
VPSS - Vice President for Student Services
VPAF – Vice President for Administration and Finance
Chief - Chief of police for Adams State University
PNG - Persona Non Grata
IV. PROCEDURES
The President, VPSS and/or the Chief will review the available information in accordance with the conditions listed above.
When the President, VPSS and/or the Chief determine(s) that a PNG Notification shall be issued to an individual, the
President, VPSS or the Chief will issue the notification. A PNG Notification will include the terms and duration of any
restrictions.
Appeal Process:
The subject of a PNG may submit a written appeal; this appeal should explain why the PNG should be lifted or modified.
The appeal must be submitted to the Vice President for Administration and Finance. The Vice President for
Administration and Finance or designee will render a written decision within ten business days of the receipt of the appeal.
The decision will uphold, modify, or lift the existing PNG. While the appeal is pending, the appellant must abide by the
terms of the PNG already issued.
ACADEMIC POLICY
ADAMS STATE COLLEGE
RELATED POLICIES:
OFFICE OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
Office of Student Services
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Student Services Policies
SUBJECT:
Persona Non Grata
This policy outlines when the University may issue a
Persona Non Grata to an individual.
EFFECTIVE DATE:
SUPERSESSION: Created October 13, 2015
Dr. Beverlee McClure
President
POLICY STATMENT
1.
The Adams State University Board of Trustees delegated to the University President authority to adopt policies
and procedures as are reasonable and necessary for the proper conduct of the operations and activities of the
University. For the purpose of this policy, the President also delegates responsibility for issuing Persona Non
Grata (PNG) to the Vice President for Student Services (the VPSS) and/or the ASUPD Chief of Police (the
Chief). The VPAF serves as the appellant.
2.
This policy applies to non-students and non-employees only.
3.
Student disciplinary action will be handled through the procedures described in the Student Code of Conduct
outlined in the Student Handbook. The term “student” means any person who is currently enrolled in
undergraduate and/or graduate courses, whether full-time or part-time, was enrolled in the previous semester
and/or is registered for a future semester, or is a new student at Orientation.
4.
Employee disciplinary action will be handled through the procedures described in the Classified Employee
Handbook, Professional Personnel Handbook, or Faculty Handbook. The term “employee” means any person
who is currently employed by or is a bonafied volunteer by Adams State University.
5.
A person may be issued a PNG by the VPSS or the Chief that will be in effect for a specific or indefinite period
of time for all or part of the University facilities in the following situations:
1.
Use of University facilities in a manner inconsistent with the facility’s purpose;
2.
Disruption of University programs, services or activities;
3.
Interference with the educational mission of the University;
4.
Threats or other behaviors that pose a risk to the safety and security of the University community;
5.
Engaging in illegal activities;
6.
Violation of a specific University policy.
Consequences of Non-Compliance - The individual in violation of the terms of the PNG may be arrested by an Adams
State University Police Officer for trespass.
V. RESPONSIBILITY
OFFICE OF PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY:
1.
Office of the President
2.
Office of Student Services
3.
ASUPD Chief of Police
VI. RELATED POLICIES:
NON-STUDENT POLICY – Student Handbook pg. 19
Persons on campus who are not students or employees of the University are required to adhere to the Code of Conduct
when on the campus or grounds of the University or participating in University -sponsored activities. All persons on
University property are required, for reasonable causes, to identify themselves upon the request of a University official
acting in the performance of duties. The University reserves the right to exclude those persons deemed detrimental to its
well-being or incompatible with its functions as an educational institution. Violations of University policies by non-students
may bring about sanctions, including but not restricted to:
1.
Persona non grata status: An order by the University, either permanent or of specified duration, to not enter the
grounds or buildings of the campus, after reasonable attempt to notify the individual of the basis for the order
and an opportunity to be heard on the matter by a designated University official, and/or
2.
Restitution for any damages to the property of the University, student, faculty or staff, and/or
3.
Civil action, and/or
4.
Referral of charges to the Office of the District Attorney or to a court of record.
VII. AUTHORITY – lies with the Office of the President, Student Services and Adams State University Chief of Police
VIII. HISTORY