# WAC 132P-33-065: WAC 132P-33-065. Statement of student rights

> Washington · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_065

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 132P-33-065
- **Heading:** WAC 132P-33-065. Statement of student rights
- **Jurisdiction:** Washington
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Washington Administrative Code / Title 132P / Chapter 132P-33 / Section 132P-33-065

## Text

As members of the academic community, students are encouraged to develop the capacity for critical judgment and to engage in an independent search for truth. Freedom to teach and freedom to learn are inseparable facets of academic freedom. The freedom to learn depends upon appropriate opportunities and conditions in the classroom, on the campus, and in the larger community. Students should exercise their freedom with responsibility. The responsibility to secure and to respect general conditions conducive to the freedom to learn is shared by all members of the college community.
The following enumerated rights are guaranteed to each student within the limitations of statutory law and college policy which are deemed necessary to achieve the educational goals of the college:
(1) Academic freedom.
(a) Students are guaranteed the rights of free inquiry, expression, and assembly upon and within college facilities that are generally open and available to the public.
(b) Students are free to pursue appropriate educational objectives from among the college's curricula, programs, and services, subject to the limitations of RCW 28B.50.090 (3)(b).
(c) Students shall be protected from academic evaluation which is arbitrary, prejudiced, or capricious, but are responsible for meeting the standards of academic performance established by each of their instructors.
(d) Students have the right to a learning environment which is free from unlawful discrimination, inappropriate and disrespectful conduct, and any and all harassment, including sexual harassment.
(2) Due process.
(a) The rights of students to be secure in their persons, quarters, papers, and effects against unreasonable searches and seizures is guaranteed.
(b) No disciplinary sanction may be imposed on any student without notice to the accused of the nature of the charges.
(c) A student accused of violating this student conduct code is entitled, upon request, to procedural due process as set forth in this chapter.

## Nearby sections

- [WAC 132P-33-010 WAC 132P-33-010. Preamble](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_010.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-020 WAC 132P-33-020. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_020.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-030 WAC 132P-33-030. Jurisdiction](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_030.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-040 WAC 132P-33-040. Authority to prohibit trespass](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_040.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-050 WAC 132P-33-050. Right to demand identification](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_050.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-065 WAC 132P-33-065. Statement of student rights](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_065.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-080 WAC 132P-33-080. Freedom of association and organization](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_080.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-090 WAC 132P-33-090. Student participation in college governance](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_090.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-100 WAC 132P-33-100. Disclosure of student records](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_100.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-110 WAC 132P-33-110. Student publications](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_110.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-130 WAC 132P-33-130. Distribution and posting of materials](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_130.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-140 WAC 132P-33-140. Commercial and promotional activities](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_140.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-150 WAC 132P-33-150. Use of college facilities](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_150.md)
- [WAC 132P-33-155 WAC 132P-33-155. Electronic communication policy](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_155.md)

---

Source: Frix Law Library, https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132P_33_065. Check the current official text before relying on it. Not legal advice.