LYS Delegate Code of Conduct

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This basic code of conduct is designed to support, not stifle delegates. We hope it will help provide delegates with a program they are proud to attend in an atmosphere where they have freedom to learn.

1.     Delegates are expected to be active participants in all aspects of the program and to cooperate with all Louisiana Youth Seminar staff, fellow delegates, or guests and Louisiana State University personnel as requested.

a.     Delegates shall travel in their home groups and may not leave the group or assigned area without explicit permission from his or her counselor. Delegates must be accompanied, as a group or individual, at all times by a staff member or LYS official.

b.     Delegates are to abide by the outlined tech-friendly policies.

c.      Curfew will be set each night by the Program Director and shall be obeyed. Delegates are to remain in their assigned rooms after curfew.

2.     Delegates shall conduct themselves in a respectful and courteous manner.

a.     The seminar is informal, but delegates must wear shoes and appropriate clothing at all times.

b.     Disrespect, harassment or repeated lack of cooperation with Louisiana Youth Seminar staff, fellow delegates, or guests will not be tolerated.

c.      Inappropriate language or behavior will not be tolerated. Intentional or repeated use of abusive language or profanity will not be allowed as any part of the program. This includes, but is not limited to presentations, cheers, skits, songs, speeches, group time, banners, caucus, dances, etc.

d.     No delegate shall harass or disrespect another delegate because of their personal or political beliefs, religious practices, ethnicity, race, or way of life.

e.     Sexual harassment of any individual will not be tolerated.

3.     State laws and campus policies are to be obeyed.

a.     The use of tobacco products, alcohol and/or illegal drugs is prohibited.

b.     Hazing or abuse is prohibited.

c.      Intentional destruction or vandalism to Louisiana Youth Seminar or Louisiana State University property will not only result in dismissal from the program, but could require restitution or prosecution for such damages.

4.     Leadership is to be exemplified by all LYS delegates.

a.     Delegates are expected to report any infraction of these rules to their home group or session leaders.  Staff must then report the infraction to the Program Director or Assistant Program Directors.

b.     Any infraction to the rules or regulations outlined by the staff will be dealt with immediately by the Directors of the Seminar.  Delegates will be informed of the infraction and consequence, which shall be at the discretion of the Program Director.

c.     Those delegates responsible for acts that are considered to be serious infractions will be immediately withdrawn from the delegate roster and sent directly home with all resulting charges and costs assessed to the particular delegate.  In addition, a letter will be sent to the delegate's high school principal (and sponsor if appropriate).