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The ''Bylaws of the Board of Regents'' protect the rights of each member of the university community. Each individual has the right to be treated with respect and dignity, and each has the right to learn. With these rights comes the responsibility of each individual to maintain an atmosphere in which others may exercise their human rights and their right to learn. Chapter V of the [http://nebraska.edu/docs/board/bylaws.pdf bylaws] fully delineates the rights and responsibilities of students. This is also detailed in the " [http://catalog.unmc.edu/general-information/board-regents-bylaws/ BYLAWS OF THE BOARD OF REGENTS]" section in the ''UNMC Student Handbook''.

The University of Nebraska Medical Center is committed to being an institution in which employees can realize their maximum potential in the workplace and students can engage fully in the learning process. Diversity in a representative faculty, student, and staff population is a hallmark of a premier academic and dynamic institution. To read the UNMC Non-discrimination policy in its entirety, refer to the [http://catalog.unmc.edu/ ''UNMC Student Handbook'']. The policy and enforcement of the policy are detailed in the Chancellor’s memorandum on conduct. The College of Allied Health Professions supports and adheres to this non-discrimination policy, as outlined in the ''UNMC Student Handbook''.

The University of Nebraska Medical Center faculty, administrators, staff and students comprise an academic health science community. Within this community professionalism is expected and should be fostered at all levels. To review the policy on professionalism, refer to the “University of Nebraska Medical Center Code of Conduct” in the [http://catalog.unmc.edu/ ''UNMC Student Handbook''].

The University of Nebraska Medical Center students are expected to read, understand, and abide by the “Substance Abuse or Dependency Standards of Conduct – Alcohol & Drugs.” The Standards of Conduct statement covers counseling programs, health risks, uses and effects of controlled substances, federal and state legal sanctions and UNMC sanctions for violations. To review the Standards of Conduct, refer to the [http://catalog.unmc.edu/ ''UNMC Student Handbook''].

The UNMC campus is tobacco-free. This policy prohibits tobacco use on all indoor and outdoor properties owned and maintained by UNMC, including leased properties as well as parking lots. To view the Tobacco-Free Campus policy in its entirety, refer to the [http://catalog.unmc.edu/ ''UNMC Student Handbook''].