I.Code of Honor

Lincoln Hall Residential College Code of Honor

West Virginia University

As a member of the community of Lincoln Hall Residential College, I acknowledge that our community is built upon a foundation of intellectual, cultural, and social integrity, tolerance, and responsibility. Individual actions affect the entire community; therefore, I will work to uphold the community goals set forth in Lincoln Hall.

As a member of the Lincoln community, I will strive to

Fulfill my academic obligations;

Nurture my own ability to succeed academically, socially, and personally;

Be a responsible neighbor and community member;

Build trust with others and prove myself trustworthy;

Broaden my cultural, social, and intellectual horizons;

Demonstrate and promote tolerance of differences in cultural background, religion, sexual orientation, race, gender, age, ability, and personal viewpoint;

Respect the physical property of the residential college and its members and their personal rights;

Work toward fairness and justice for all members of the community;

Uphold the dignity and honor of all residents; and

Meet the core values of the College and act in a manner that reflects positively on the College and its community and on West Virginia University.