Appeal – A formal written request for reconsideration of an application of a rule or procedure due to serious circumstances beyond the student’s control.

Complaint – An informal claim raised by a student or student organization alleging improper, unfair, arbitrary, or discriminatory treatment involving the application of a specific Board Rule or Procedure.

Grievance – A written claim by a student alleging improper, unfair, arbitrary, or discriminatory action involving the application of a specific Board Rule or Procedure.

Hearing – A hearing is defined as a formal meeting between a student and designated LSSC staff responsible for the application of Board Rules or Procedures, student conduct or formal grievance appeals.

Student – A student is defined as an individual enrolled at LSSC, a group of LSSC students, or a registered LSSC student organization.

Retaliation – Retribution is defined as any kind of action taken against a student for participating in a complaint or grievance.