/Institutions/Baptist-University-of-Florida/json/2025-2026/Student-Handbook-local.json

/Institutions/Baptist-University-of-Florida/json/2025-2026/Student-Handbook.json

Use of Electronic Devices in Classrooms

Though the use of laptop computers for note taking is encouraged, the use of electronic devices, such as laptops, cell phones, etc., for any reason other than coursework for the class in which the student is in attendance or in a manner that causes distraction or disturbance to other students, or the professor is prohibited. Any student in violation will be subject to academic penalty as outlined below. Repeated violation may be referred to the Provost as needed for disciplinary disposition.

First Offense – verbal warning

Second Offense – daily grade of “zero”

Third Offense – drop one letter grade on final grade

Fourth Offense – referred to the Provost