# WAC 132R-04-010: WAC 132R-04-010. Statement of student rights

> Washington · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_010

## Section

- **Citation:** WAC 132R-04-010
- **Heading:** WAC 132R-04-010. 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 132R / Chapter 132R-04 / Section 132R-04-010

## 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 maintain and to respect the general conditions necessary for a free and effective learning environment is expected of 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 code of student conduct is entitled, upon request, to procedural due process as set forth in this chapter.

## Nearby sections

- [WAC 132R-04-010 WAC 132R-04-010. Statement of student rights](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_010.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-015 WAC 132R-04-015. Definitions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_015.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-017 WAC 132R-04-017. Statement of jurisdiction](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_017.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-019 WAC 132R-04-019. Right to demand identification](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_019.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-040 WAC 132R-04-040. Freedom of expression](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_040.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-042 WAC 132R-04-042. Freedom of access to higher education](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_042.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-047 WAC 132R-04-047. Freedom of association and organization](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_047.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-053 WAC 132R-04-053. Authority](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_053.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-056 WAC 132R-04-056. Standards](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_056.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-057 WAC 132R-04-057. Prohibited student conduct](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_057.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-061 WAC 132R-04-061. Hazing sanctions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_061.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-063 WAC 132R-04-063. Corrective action, disciplinary sanctions terms and conditions](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_063.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-064 WAC 132R-04-064. Summary suspension](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_064.md)
- [WAC 132R-04-103 WAC 132R-04-103. Supplemental sexual misconduct procedures](https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_WA_ADC_132R_04_103.md)

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