A night out in downtown Iowa City can end with more than a citation. It is important to know that an encounter with the Iowa City Police Department, such as a PAULA citation for underage alcohol or a public intoxication charge, can trigger a separate University of...
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What to do when your UI student calls about a OWI arrest
A DUI arrest at the University of Iowa affects more than just a criminal record. The university may also impose discipline that impacts housing, scholarships and even enrollment. Knowing what happens next helps you prepare for the challenges ahead. How the university...
What do I do if someone accuses my child of sexual misconduct?
Teenagers and young adults tend to act out. They are at a very confusing age of mental, physical and hormonal development, and face peer pressure daily. The problem is when they act out and involve an innocent party due to petty revenge or unresolved issues. What...
Strategies to overcome allegations in a Title IX investigation
Students on campus must abide by specific rules of conduct. Under Title IX, a student can file a complaint with the university or college to accuse another student of sexual misconduct. Administrators at institutions of higher learning actively pursue Title IX...
How to prove you are not guilty of plagiarism
Writing is a significant part of the academic experience. Composing and turning in papers remains common for most classes. Universities have solid reasons for never tolerating plagiarism. Any student facing accusations of copying could suffer suspension or expulsion,...
