Class of 2027 Honor Code

CLASS OF 2027 HONOR CODE

Burrell College of Health Sciences School of Osteopathic Medicine

1. Etiquette
   
   1. I will be courteous of study spaces and quiet areas, and respect the terms and conditions outlined in Burrell College of Health Sciences School of Osteopathic Medicine’s room reservation guidelines.
   2. Lecture hall etiquette
      
      1. I will limit discussion while questions are being asked
      2. I will use microphones when asking questions/making comments during lecture
      3. I will keep conversation professional and courteous
   3. Library/main campus study spaces
      
      1. I will be mindful of my surroundings and keep my noise level courteous
   4. Test-taking day
      
      1. I will be mindful of my noise level in common areas while exams are in progress. I will remember that although I am not taking an exam, others may be if the “Exam in Progress” signs are posted in the hallway.

2. Professionalism
   
   1. I will maintain a level of professionalism as outlined in the student handbook.
   2. HIPAA
      
      1. I will protect any patient information that may be presented to me during my time at Burrell College.
   3. Social Media
      
      1. I will remember that my social media is a representation of the school outside campus grounds; I will reflect before posting.
      2. I will remember to honor the privacy of my peers and their requests when posting photos and videos online.
   4. Integrity
      
      1. I will represent Burrell College and the Medical Community to the best of my ability by maintaining moral and ethical standards.

3. Respect/Courtesy
   
   1. I will uphold Title IX expectations.
   2. I will remember that my cohort comes from a diverse set of backgrounds and experiences and we may have different strengths and weaknesses. I recognize this is an asset and will respect my peers and meet them where they are at.
   3. I will strive to contribute to a collaborative environment in which myself and my peers can thrive.
   4. I will contribute to the safety of campus and of my peers as outlined in the Student Handbook.

4. Advocacy & Self Efficacy
   
   1. I will look out for my peers and actively strive to contribute to an environment in which we can all feel safe, respected, and seen.
      
      1. “See Something Say Something” – I will refer peers to campus resources when I recognize they may need it.
   2. I will remember that becoming a good physician starts with taking care of myself.

We are all here to learn how to be our best selves and contribute to society in a meaningful way. I will work to recognize the needs of my peers and strive to be a steward of the culture outlined in this Honor Code.