Each member of the Discipline Committee has specific roles and responsibilities to ensure the effective functioning of the committee and the fair resolution of complaints. The typical roles and responsibilities of committee members are as follows:

1. Convener:
   • Leadership: Provide leadership and direction to the committee’s activities.
   • Oversee Proceedings: Ensure that disciplinary processes are conducted fairly, efficiently, and by established protocols.
   • Facilitate Discussions: Lead discussions during committee meetings, ensuring that all members have an opportunity to contribute.
   • Maintain Order: Ensure that meetings are conducted in an orderly manner, respecting all participants.
   • Decision-Making: Guide the committee in reaching a consensus on disciplinary decisions and actions.
   • Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for communication with relevant stakeholders, including administration, faculty, staff, and students.
2. Faculty Representatives:
   • Expertise: Bring academic expertise and knowledge of disciplinary issues within their departments.
   • Participation: Actively participate in committee discussions and deliberations.
   • Advocacy: Advocate for fair, consistent disciplinary practices that align with academic standards.
   • Liaison: Serve as a liaison between the committee and their respective departments, communicating relevant information and soliciting feedback.
   • Support: Support and guide students and faculty involved in disciplinary proceedings.
3. Administrative Representatives:
   • Administrative Expertise: Offer expertise in administrative processes, institutional policies, and procedural matters.
   • Compliance: Ensure disciplinary proceedings adhere to institutional policies, guidelines, and legal regulations.
   • Logistical Support: Assist with logistical tasks, such as scheduling meetings, maintaining records, and coordinating communication.
   • Documentation: Maintain accurate records of disciplinary cases, investigations, and outcomes.
   • Communication: Serve as a point of contact for communication with administrative offices, faculty, staff, and students involved in disciplinary matters.
4. Student Representatives:
   • Student Advocacy: Advocate for the interests and concerns of the student body in disciplinary proceedings.
   • Perspective: Provide student perspectives on disciplinary issues, experiences, and campus culture.
   • Communication: Serve as a bridge between the committee and the student body, communicating relevant information and soliciting feedback.
   • Empowerment: Empower students to participate in the disciplinary process, ensuring their voices are heard and considered in decision-making.
   • Support: Support and guide fellow students involved in disciplinary proceedings, ensuring fairness and procedural integrity.

                  Overall, each member of the Discipline Committee plays a critical role in ensuring that disciplinary processes are conducted fairly, transparently, and by institutional policies and procedures. Collaboration among committee members, effective communication, and decision-making are essential to upholding the integrity of the disciplinary process and promoting a safe and supportive campus environment.