In 2013 Lehigh University changed its disciplinary records policy so that disciplinary records are maintained indefinitely. While this records policy does present other institutions an accurate reflection of the records we maintain, it may not always foster an accurate portrayal of a student's learning through the disciplinary process and that student's ability to modify their behavior. This expungement policy reflects the philosophy that students can and do learn from their interactions with our conduct process and that self-reflection and self-knowledge produces change in individuals.
A student's disciplinary record may be expunged if all the following criteria have been met:
1) The case did not involve academic dishonesty
2) The case did not involve violence, threats of violence, sexual misconduct, or any form of harassment.
3) Four full semesters have passed since the conclusion of the sanctions
4) The highest level primary sanction imposed was disciplinary probation (Cases in which deferred suspension, suspension, or expulsion are imposed are not eligible for expungement).
5) The student has a single disciplinary violation in their record.
Applicants must complete the questions below, submit two reference letters, and provide a copy of their transcript. The applicant will be notified in writing of the decision regarding expungement. Findings will be reported within 4 weeks.