The School of Business and Economics functions as both a learning environment and an academic community with the central functions of learning, teaching, community engagement, and scholarship characterized by reasoned discourse, intellectual honesty, authenticity, and mutual respect. The School of Business and Economics supports The Shared Values of Indiana University Northwest. To that end, we expect all members of the School, students, faculty and staff to:

• Behave courteously to one another in all oral and written interactions and to be considerate in their treatment towards each other.
• Show tolerance and respect for diversity in all its dimensions and promote an inclusive community in which all individuals are respected and supported. This includes the understanding that there may be viewpoints, ideas, and opinions that differ from theirs and it’s acceptable to agree to disagree.
• Value growth and transformation, inspiration and achievement to ensure all students have the opportunity to reach their highest potential in an environment conducive to learning.
• Honor the confidentiality and privacy of others.
• Respect University property, as well as the physical and intellectual property of all others, when engaged in university-related activities.
• Refrain from harming others.
• Represent the School of Business and Economics in a positive manner with integrity, trustworthiness, honesty, and professional demeanor.