The Regents' Statement on Ethical Values
Pursuit of the University of California mission of teaching, research and public service requires a shared commitment
to the core values of the University as well as a commitment to the ethical conduct of all University activities.
In that spirit, the Standards of Ethical Conduct is a statement of our belief in ethical, legal and professional
behavior in all of our dealings inside and outside the University.
Standards of Ethical Conduct
- Fair Dealing
We will always conduct ourselves ethically, honestly, and with integrity. - Individual Responsibility and Accountability
We will accept responsibility appropriate to our positions and delegated authorities. - Respect for Others
We will treat everyone we contact with respect and dignity. - Compliance with Applicable Laws and Regulations
We will learn and abide by federal, state, and local laws that affect our campus roles. - Compliance with Applicable University Policies, Procedures and Other Forms of Guidance
We will learn and abide by University and campus policies and procedures that affect our campus roles. - Conflicts of Interest or Commitment
We will avoid both actual conflicts of interest and the appearance of such conflicts, and devote our primary professional allegiance to the University and its mission of teaching, research, and public service. - Ethical Conduct of Research
We will conduct our research with integrity and intellectual honesty, and show the greatest care for human or animal subjects. - Records: Confidentiality/Privacy and Access
We will follow applicable laws and University policies when accessing, using, protecting, or disclosing records. - Internal Controls
We will ensure that internal controls are established, properly documented, and maintained for activities within our jurisdictions. - Use of University Resources
We will ensure that campus resources are used only on behalf of the University. - Financial Reporting
We will ensure that accounting and financial records are accurate, clear, and complete. - Reporting Violations and Protection from Retaliation
We will report all known or suspected improper governmental activities under the provisions of the University's Whistleblower Policy, recognizing that everyone is protected from retaliation for making such reports under the Whistleblower Retaliation Policy.
Last Revised 5/23/2006