Rules and Regulations

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  1. It is strictly forbidden to bring in or out of the premises any digital storage and any form of memory sticks or optical media, diskettes, video recorders, etc. other than for academic and approved usages which directly apply to courses being taken by the student during the term of this agreement, or for the required purpose of maintaining back-up copies of student-created projects and assignments. Additionally, it is forbidden to bring in any personal computers or software, as well as any video or audio recording equipment, without first agreeing to and signing a Network and Internet Usage Agreement. Students are responsible for guaranteeing that any files transferred to and from DigiPen’s equipment are free of malicious viruses or Trojan horses. In respect to the above, students are only allowed to carry in and out of the DigiPen premises data files only and not executable files. This includes student-created executables. Following this policy will greatly reduce the risks of virus infections to the DigiPen network. In order for DigiPen faculty to review and grade projects and assignments, source code must be stored and executables must be generated at DigiPen from the corresponding source code.
  2. Students are forbidden from downloading any files from the Internet or installing any software, including executable files (single or packaged) downloaded from the internet or from any other media, and including but not limited to freeware and/or shareware on DigiPen computers, without the written approval from a DigiPen faculty member or from DigiPen’s IT department.
  3. In order to prevent damage to equipment and facilities, food and/or drink are not permitted anywhere within the training areas of the premises.
  4. Smoking is not permitted anywhere within the premises, including, but not limited to, the washrooms, elevators, or stairwells.
  5. Student ID tags must be worn visibly when on the premises. Lost or stolen ID tags must be reported to the Security as soon as possible.
  6. All student projects must receive approval from DigiPen’s instructors prior to commencement of any production. DigiPen reserves the right to reject ideas or to stop production of any student game, animation, or project for reasons deemed appropriate to DigiPen. The Institute will not allow the production of any student work that contains or makes a direct or indirect reference to any of the following material/subject: Religious content
    • Religious symbols
    • Pornographic material
    • Excessive violence
    • Sexual and nude content
    • Promotion of illegal substances
    • Promotion of racism or hate
    • Content demeaning to any group of society
  7. Plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any student who submits the work of another person as the student’s own is considered to have committed plagiarism. Types of work that can be plagiarized include, but are not limited to, source code, artwork, concepts, designs, or other material. Anyone submitting someone else’s work without the explicit written permission from the legal owner may have violated the owner’s intellectual property rights or copyrights, in addition to committing plagiarism. If any student is unsure as to what constitutes a case of plagiarism, the student should consult an instructor for clarification
  8. Students shall not submit any work to the Institute that infringes upon the intellectual property rights of a third party. If, during the program, a student submits such work to the Institute, the student shall indemnify or hold harmless the Institute from and against all loss, damage, cost (including legal fees), and other liability, which the Institute may suffer as a result of the same.
  9. Cheating on an examination will not be tolerated. Using any materials other than those authorized by the examiners during an exam is an example of cheating.
  10. Submitting false documents, transcripts, or any other academic credentials to gain admission to DigiPen or to obtain any academic benefit is grounds for expulsion without recourse.
  11. Disrupting instructional activities, including making it difficult to proceed with scheduled lectures, seminars, examinations, tests, etc., shall be considered an offense.
  12. In the interest of maintaining an environment that is safe and free of violence and/or threats of violence for its employees, students, and visitors, possession of a dangerous weapon is prohibited on property owned by or under the control of DigiPen. Weapons and ammunition are potential safety hazards. Possession, use, or display of weapons or ammunition is inappropriate in an academic community for any reason, except by law enforcement officials. No weapons or ammunition shall be worn, displayed, used, or possessed on campus. Any member of the DigiPen community who violates this policy shall be subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including dismissal from DigiPen. Any person who is not a member of the DigiPen community who violates this policy shall be subject to all appropriate procedures and penalties including, but not limited to, the application of the criminal trespass provisions of local law. Members of the DigiPen community who are aware of any violations of this policy or who have other concerns about safety or weapons should report them to the Office of Admissions or the Director General.
  13. Evidencing symptoms of alcohol or drug use while on Institute property, or the procurement or possession of alcohol or illegal substances on Institute property, is considered an offense.
  14. It is forbidden to damage, remove, or make unauthorized use of the Institute’s property or the personal property of faculty, staff, students, or others at the Institute. Without restricting the generality of “property,” this includes information, however it may be recorded or stored.
  15. It is strictly forbidden to use any equipment in the premises to produce any commercial work. The equipment is only to be used for homework and training purposes. Any attempt to produce commercial work will result in legal action against the offenders.
  16. Public areas and equipment of the building must be kept clean. No tampering, moving, defacing, or otherwise altering the premises, equipment, or the building property is allowed.
  17. Graffiti, other forms of mural art, or the posting of signs anywhere in the premises and the building without permission of the Administration is not permitted.
  18. Office equipment (photocopier, fax, office phone, etc.) is not available for student use.
  19. The assault of individuals, whether verbal or physical, including conduct which leads to the physical or emotional injury of faculty, staff, students, or others at the Institute, or which threatens the physical or emotional well-being of faculty, staff, students, or others at the Institute, is considered an offense.
  20. In accordance with applicable law, DigiPen prohibits sexual harassment and harassment between faculty/ staff and students and between students and students because of race, sex, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, veteran status, age, or any other basis protected by local law. Any such harassment may violate the law and will not be tolerated. DigiPen’s policy prohibits inappropriate conduct even though it may not reach the legal standard for harassment.
  21. It is forbidden to attempt to engage in, aid and abet others to engage in, or attempt to engage in conduct which would be considered an offense.
  22. Failing to comply with any penalty imposed for misconduct is considered an offense.