The community of Kutztown University is dedicated to promoting an environment in which each of its members can thrive both academically and personally. Choosing to join this community commits each member to a code of appropriate behavior.

In so choosing . . .

• I shall respect the rights, feelings, and property of others;
• I shall appreciate diversity and encourage its acceptance by others;
• I shall nourish the development of a society in which bigotry, harassment, prejudice, and hatred of any kind is not tolerated;
• I shall cultivate good citizenship in myself and others;
• I shall exhibit and encourage academic integrity; and
• I shall honor the laws, policies and principles of Kutztown University and the broader community.

I pledge to uphold these standards and to demonstrate sound judgement as it relates to the principles of this scholarly community.
Adopted May 1998