Student Judiciary
/ˈstuːdənt ˈdʒʊdɪʃəri/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal body within an educational institution empowered to adjudicate disciplinary matters involving students.
The student judiciary reviewed the case of academic dishonesty and imposed sanctions accordingly.
Forms
- student judiciary
- student judiciaries
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Commentary
The term refers specifically to adjudicative bodies in academic settings; clarity in defining their jurisdiction and procedural rules is essential in institutional policies.
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