SUU PREP is committed to creating a safe, positive, and academically focused STEM environment where every student can learn, collaborate, and thrive. The following Code of Conduct applies to all classes, labs, field trips, and activities.

General Expectations

Students are expected to:

• Participate fully in activities, projects, and classwork.
• Arrive on time and prepared to learn.
• Complete assignments responsibly.
• Show professionalism appropriate for a STEM program.
• Follow all classroom, lab, and safety procedures.
• Be a positive influence on others.

Respect for Others

Students must:

• Treat peers, staff, volunteers, and university personnel respectfully.
• Use appropriate language and behavior at all times.
• Respect differences in background, identity, ability, and perspective.
• Avoid actions or language—intentional or accidental—that could hurt others.
• Cooperate with SUU PREP staff and follow instructions.
• Never harass, discriminate, or exclude others for any reason.

Safety Expectations

Students must:

• Stay with their assigned group and follow supervision guidelines.
• Follow all safety instructions in classrooms, labs, and outdoor areas.
• Report unsafe actions or hazards to staff right away.
• Use all tools, equipment, and campus property responsibly.
• Be aware of their surroundings at all times.

The following are not allowed at YEA or PREP:

• Alcohol, drugs, tobacco, vaping devices, fireworks, weapons, or dangerous items
• Operating a motor vehicle
• Leaving SUU property without staff or without being checked out
• Using cameras or recording devices in private areas such as restrooms

Property & Academic Integrity

Students must:

• Respect all SUU property, field trip locations, equipment, and supplies.
• Avoid stealing, damaging property, or entering restricted areas. - Students may be held responsible for the cost of any damage they cause.
• Use technology appropriately.
• Complete their own work—cheating and plagiarism are not permitted.

Dress Code

• Closed-toed shoes are required in the Makerspace and on field trips.
• Clothing must be appropriate for an academic setting:
  • No midriffs, low necklines, visible undergarments
  • No offensive graphics, gang symbols, or references to alcohol, tobacco, or drugs
• Clothing must allow safe movement in labs and activities.
• Students should be clean and neat in appearance.
• SUU PREP shirts must be worn on field trips.
• Students who violate dress code may need to change clothes or be picked up early. Repeated violations may result in dismissal.

Bullying Prevention and Unacceptable Behavior

YEA/PREP has a zero-tolerance policy for bullying. 

Examples of unacceptable behavior include (but are not limited to):

• Name-calling, teasing, taunting, gossiping
• Bullying or cyberbullying
• Threatening, fighting, hitting, kicking, shoving
• Damaging property or stealing
• Harassment or discrimination of any kind
• Inappropriate language, gestures, or touching
• Exclusion or targeting someone’s identity or abilities
• Accessing inappropriate electronic content
• Deliberately leaving the assigned group without permission
• These behaviors may result in immediate disciplinary action, including removal from the program.

Interventions, Corrective Measures, and Dismissal Appeal Process

SUU PREP is committed to being transparent, fair, and consistent when addressing student behavior. Our goal is to help students understand expectations, learn from mistakes, and succeed in the program. We use a clear, step-by-step intervention process so students and families always know what to expect. If a serious issue occurs, or if dismissal becomes necessary, students and parents will be informed promptly and given the opportunity to participate in a structured appeal process. Our priority is to maintain a safe, respectful learning environment while ensuring families are fully aware of decisions and next steps.

Interventions and Corrective Measures

The goal of intervention and corrective measures is to help students learn self-control, make better choices, and meet expectations.

• Corrective measures depend on:
  • The type of behavior
  • How often it occurs
  • Whether the student is willing to correct the behavior
• Interventions and corrective measures typically follow this progression:
  • 1. Verbal warning to the student
    • Parents notified if the incident involves bullying
  • 2. The second verbal warning results in a written warning
    • Parents an email notification describing the behavior and a copy of the written warning
  • 3. Two written warnings results in a student and parent meeting with the Program Director
  • 4. Any additional written warning may result in dismissal from SUU PREP
• Important:  SUU PREP may remove a student from the program immediately for serious violations, even if the steps above have not been completed. Our priority is maintaining a safe, respectful learning environment.

Dismissal Appeal Process

• Students dismissed from the program may request an appeal.
• Appeals must be emailed to stemsummercamps@suu.edu within 1–2 business days of the dismissal notice.
• The appeal must include:
  • The reason for the appeal
  • Why the student believes they should return
  • How the student plans to change behavior
• The appeal must be written and signed by both the student and parent.
• The Director (or designee) will respond within 2 business days.
• Students may not participate in the program while the appeal is being reviewed.