Faculty Advocacy Committee

Faculty Senate

In our work to support faculty, we aim to promote a safe and effective learning and working environment, specifically for faculty who are navigating student disruptions which are negatively impacting the faculty member’s duties/responsibilities. The Faculty Advocacy Committee operates on several core values: empathy, advocacy, and efficacy. Faculty Advocacy Committee Information Slides

For more information please contact us at facadkcc@hawaii.edu.

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Did You Know?

  • You can ban a disruptive student with proper protocol (by completing the Student of Concern form, and following due process with the VSCA and Student Conduct Coordinator’s investigation)
  • Faculty can get support during the due process protocol and investigation
  • If a student behavior interferes with the ability to teach or do your job, this is a violation of Student Conduct Code IV.B.2
  • FERPA protects the privacy of minors enrolled in college courses; you are not obligated to share info about a student with their parent/guardian
  • DSSO is not required to address disruptive behavior in classes
  • There is support for students struggling with mental health issues

Emergency Situations

Do you feel like your or someone else’s life is in danger? Do you feel like your physical safety has been threatened?

Non-Emergency Situations

Are you feeling distress about a student’s behavior? Is there a particular student behavior(s) that is preventing you from carrying out your duties, that is not an imminent threat to your safety?

Additional Resources

Helpful Faculty Links

Concerned About a Student?

Community Support

  • 24/7 National Crisis TEXT Line: 741-741