Haverford College

Haverford College is a coeducational, undergraduate liberal arts college in Haverford, Pennsylvania.

The Honor Code

In 1896, the students of Haverford voted to adopt an Honor Code to govern academic and social affairs. The code does not list specific rules of behavior, but rather outlines a philosophy of trust, respect, integrity, and concern for others that students are expected to follow in both academic and social matters. The student body convenes an annual Spring Plenary to amend and ratify the Honor Code.

Related Topics:
Philosophy - Trust - Respect - Integrity

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Student government officers are responsible for the implementation of the code, and most academic matters are heard by juries composed entirely of students. Although, at one time, students heard trials regarding sexual assault, students and administrators agreed to allow college deans to hear cases pertaining to violent crimes. Abstracts from cases heard by students and joint administrative-student panels are available on the Honor Council website.

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