Issues With Student-Wide Judiciary (SWJ)
All students charged with violations of the UB Student Code of Conduct are permitted to have a student advisor present at all matters heard before SWJ.
The University Advisor represents the interests of the University, and ought be referred to as the Campus Prosecutor.
SBI Legal Assistance has a roster of trained U.B. law students, known as Student Defenders, that act as students' advocates and advisors, free of charge.
Issues With Campus Living
All students charged with violations of the Campus Living Community Standards Program are permitted to have a student defender present for the appeals process.
SBI Legal Assistance has a roster of trained U.B. law students, known as Student Defenders, that act as students' advocates and advisors, free of charge.
Student Defenders
If you wish to speak with a Student Defender, inform the SWJ or Campus Living as soon as possible. The University representative should allow you to call SBI Legal Assistance (716-645-3056) and allow you to reschedule your SWJ hearing or Campus Living appeal hearing.
At that point, you should consult a Student Defender as soon as possible. The foremost function of a Student Defender is to inform you of your rights and to provide you with an overview of the SWJ and/or Campus Living appeals process.
Once you talk to a Student Defender, that defender will evaluate your case and offer you advice based upon his or her experience with the SWJ and/or Campus Living. The ultimate decision-making power always remains with you, the student.
If you are dissatisfied with your Student Defender, you may request a consultation with the Chief Defender or Director of SBI Legal Assistance.