TAMIU Student Handbook 2019-2020

Page 49 of 86 Technology and Distance Education, the Testing Center Director, and the Director of Graudate Admissions and Recruitment serve as ex officio members. Voting members include: 1. At least 10 full-time faculty members (nine elected by the Faculty-at-large through the Faculty Senate elections process, 1 appointed by the Provost). 2. At least 15 TAMIU students, including at least one graduate student (12 appointed by the VP of Student Success and three appointed by the Provost). 3. Members must be elected and appointed by September 1st of each academic year. Faculty serve two-year terms; student members serve one-year terms. Both faculty and student representatives may serve more than one term on the Honor Council. 4. If faculty or student resigns or cannot complete term, a new member will be elected/appointed to finish the initial term. 5. The Honor Council will hold general meetings as needed. 6. General meetings and trainings are considered mandatory. In addition, all members are expected to attend at least one hearing per long-semester. Failure to adhere to mandatory general meetings and trainings will trigger a review of membership by the Honor Council. 7. A member may not vote when a case is considered a conflict of interest or may not be fair and impartial due to the nature of the case. The Honor Council may consult with The TAMUS legal representative through the Office of the Provost as needed. A legal representative from the TAMUS will serve on the council in situations where there are obvious legal issues and concerns. Section 10.04 Responsibility of Honor Council Members of the Honor Council are expected to attend all general meetings and trainings. Members must also fulfill the following duties: 1. Serve as an educator – inform students, faculty, staff, and administrators about the TAMIU Honor System and its mission and policies; promote academic integrity on campus. 2. Serve as a hearing panel member – hear all information and render decisions on whether a student is responsible for violation. If the student is found responsible for the violation, the Honor Council will issue a proportional and educational sanction. Members must participate in at least one hearing per long semester. 3. Serve as a case investigator – investigate and gather information with reporter(s), witness(es), and alleged violator(s) as coordinated with the Office of Student Conduct and Community Engagement. This duty will include the ability to request information