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Standards of acceptable conduct are necessary
for the orderly and efficient operation of the college and for the benefit and protection
of the rights and safety of all members of the college community. At Smith College,
every effort has been made to assure that the general rules of conduct are reasonable
and that the restrictions placed on individual behavior are limited to those governing
behavior within a professional setting.
Civility
Members of the Smith College community are expected to treat one other with courtesy
and respect at all times. The opinions of others are to be respected, and the exchange
of ideas and criticism should be handled in a professional manner. Uncivil behavior,
including the use of abusive language when addressing other members of the college
community or the public, is unacceptable and could result in disciplinary action.
Charitable/Political Fundraising
An employee's decision whether to support a political, social, or charitable cause
or fundraising appeal should not be unduly influenced by work relationships. Consequently,
the college does not permit employees to seek contributions from one another during
work time for charitable or political organizations or the sale of raffle tickets,
candy, and magazines to support such efforts. Please also see the college-wide Political
and Campaign Activities Policy, Solicitation Policy and Code
of Conduct - Lobbying for additional information.
Contributions for Co-Worker Gifts
Requests for donations to buy flowers or gifts for colleagues on special occasions
(e.g., marriage, bereavement, retirement, etc.) may be made with the approval of
the department head provided that individual contributions remain confidential.
Sale of Merchandise
The sale of any merchandise (e.g., arts, crafts, Avon or Amway products, Girl Scout
cookies, etc.) by employees during work time is prohibited. Work time is defined
as the time employees are actually engaged in work and does not include authorized
meal time or break time.
Although merchandise may be offered for sale to co-workers
before and after work, at lunch, etc., employees are encouraged to leave the items
and order forms in staff lounges and coffee areas to avoid embarrassing co-workers
who do not wish to contribute. The sale of merchandise in departments and offices
by relatives or non-employees is prohibited at any time.
For additional information, please see the college-wide Solicitation
Policy. Supervisors and department heads are responsible for ensuring that
these policies are applied consistently. Questions should be directed to your supervisor
or to the Office of Human Resources.
Dress Code
Reasonable standards of dress and grooming are based on the particular role and operations
of an office and are determined by the department head.
Children and Other Visitors at the Workplace
The routine or extended presence of friends or relatives, including children, in
offices and buildings creates safety and liability considerations for the college
and can be distracting for others, and is therefore normally not permitted.
Pets at the Workplace
No pets are allowed inside college buildings.
Note: This prohibition does not apply to individuals
accompanied by seeing-eye dogs or other trained, assisting animals. Please also see
the Code of Conduct - Pet Policy for additional information. |
