This is not an attempt to define specifically what one should and should not do, but to communicate the University's expectations of proper conduct and what professional conduct the University values.  It is an expectation that the Code of Conduct serves as the basis, on which, employees should make decisions related to the best interests of themselves, their co-workers and the University.  University policies, procedures, and state law serve to reinforce the concepts presented in the Code of Conduct.

The Code

Those acting on behalf of the University have a general duty to conduct themselves in a manner that will maintain and strengthen the public's trust and confidence in the integrity of the University and take no actions incompatible with their obligations to the University.

With regard to professional conduct, those acting on behalf of the University should practice:

• Integrity by maintaining an ongoing dedication to honesty and responsibility;
• Trustworthiness by acting in a reliable and dependable manner;
• Evenhandedness by treating others with impartiality;
• Respect by treating others with civility and decency;
• Stewardship by exercising custodial responsibility for University property and resources;
• Compliance by following State and Federal laws and regulations and University policies related to their duties and responsibilities;
• Confidentiality by protecting the integrity and security of university information such as student records, employee files, patient records, and contract negotiation documents.

Those acting on behalf of the University shall seek appropriate guidance when faced with ethical dilemmas. For additional information related to ethical dilemmas, please contact the University Ethics and Compliance Office on the Toll-free Ethics Help Line at: 866-758-2146 or via e-mail at: ethicsofficer@uillinois.edu.