Student behavior that is not consistent with the Student Conduct Code is addressed through an educational process that is designed to promote safety and good citizenship and, when necessary, impose appropriate consequences.
SJSU Student Conduct Code applies to all students whether on the SJSU campus or in the greater community. For information regarding the conduct process, and to explore resources available to students, please review the links below.
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) protects student confidentiality by placing certain restrictions on the disclosure of information contained in a student's educational record, including (but not limited to) student conduct records.
For San José State University information related to FERPA, visit the Office of the Registrar. Student Conduct Records are protected by FERPA. This means that without written consent from a student, non-directory information (which includes student conduct records) cannot be shared.
Exceptions to Confidentiality: As described by the Department of Education, exceptions of FERPA include statutory exemptions listed below.
State and local authorities, within juvenile justice system, pursuant to specific State laws.
Frequently Asked Questions regarding the student's role in the process.