EVE University Rules

Both EVE University and Ivy League hold a unique position in New Eden. Conceived and implemented with the express purpose of assisting new pilots through the steep learning curve of the first few months of the capsuleer experience, with no long-term goal of retaining those assisted, we are truly different from the vast majority of other capsuleer-run corporations, and the success of the University can be measured in the respect we have earned in the New Eden community.

Part of that uniqueness are the rules that we adhere to as a group. These concepts are expressions of who we are and how we choose to interact with one another and with fellow capsuleers. They are not designed to be "fair" or "moral" or "ethical", they are simply the standards of conduct that we adhere to, which we have found to provide a suitable learning environment:

Any member is free to leave at any time if they find these policies repressive, and we reserve the right to remove members without warning if it is clear that they are not being followed.

Code of Conduct

Our members are honest in their dealings both with one another and the community

We don’t lie, cheat or deceive. Our word is trustworthy. In times of war, strategic and tactical considerations may require temporary departures from this concept from the perspective of our enemies, but our allies and other members should never be given doubt about our commitment to operate with integrity.

Our members treat all pilots both inside and outside the organization with respect

Members are expected to be respectful. There will be no tolerance for personal attacks, smack talk, abuse, disparaging remarks and ridicule, either in-game or out. Spamming channels should also be avoided. Property rights of others, both members and the community, are always to be respected in all forms. Members will not engage in scamming or ransoming.

Our members keep all public communication channels free of inappropriate content

While we appreciate that losing your ship to the last rat in a mission, falling for a contract scam, or having everything you own destroyed by a pirate in LoSec can be infuriating, members avoid profanity where possible. While occasional mild profanity may be tolerated, it is neither required or expected in common usage. Sexual or other off-color chat is to be avoided at all times, and there is very little tolerance in this regard.

Our members do not exploit or otherwise violate the EVE Online EULA and TOS

For all members of EVE University and Ivy League, actions which breach the End User Licence Agreement (EULA) or Terms of Service (TOS) for EVE Online as set by CCP, are prohibited. Examples of these are account sharing and purchasing of ISK or in-game items for real money. Any member found to have engaged in any actions forbidden in the EULA/TOS will be immediately removed. In the event that a member has mistakenly breached the EULA, they are encouraged to petition CCP themselves via the normal channels to resolve the issue. Similarly, if a member has reason believe another player is violating the EULA/TOS, they are encouraged to petition them, and must not take any action in-game. Violations of the TOS, such as baiting in rookie systems, will result in being kicked.

Our members are free to make their own choices

The corporation does not require members to live in certain star-systems and they may choose their own play times. Members are free to explore any of the skill sets available in New Eden at their own pace, in addition to participating in both scheduled and unscheduled classes and activities, as long as their actions do not conflict these policies. It is important that all members are aware that the restrictions laid out in the policies are based on many years of experience, and allow us to fulfil our mission while providing a suitable environment for new pilots.

Our members are encouraged to balance "self" with "service"

When they first join the University, members are usually focused on advancing their skills, establishing a viable personal economy and generally learning how things work. As experience and knowledge levels increase, the members who were once new find that they are able to support the next generation of new pilots. The majority of our members naturally progress in this activity, and those that choose to stay with EVE University for longer periods often find this role very fulfilling and a primary reason for remaining.

HiSec, LoSec, NPC NullSec, Claimable NullSec and W-space

High Security Space

IVY members are permitted in all High Security space (security status of 0.5-1.0) without restriction.

Low Security Space

IVY members are permitted in all LowSec space (security status of 0.1 - 0.4) without restriction.

NPC NullSec

IVY members are permitted in the Great Wildlands, Curse, Syndicate and Outer Ring regions. Venal and Stain are not open to members as to reach them you must travel through Claimable Null Security Space.

Claimable NullSec

For reasons of neutrality, IVY members are not permitted in non-NPC nullsec, unless as part of a director authorized event, or lead by an ILN FC. Exempted from this is everything not PVP related (eg. Exploration, Mining, Ratting) which isn't allowed under any circumstances. It is suggested that members use the Autopilot avoidance system to prevent accidentally straying into NullSec. If you enter claimable nullsec you should contact a Director/and or Diplomat as soon as possible.

It is permissible to quickly jump in/out via wormholes for the purpose of crashing the wormhole. Please notify a Diplomat and/or Director if you do this.

Wormhole Space

IVY Members are free to enter wormhole space. All members must avoid exits which lead to Claimable NullSec, only making use of a wormhole leading to these regions in the event there are absolutely no alternatives, and must contact a Director via convo or forum PM before proceeding, then travel directly and immediately to the nearest authorised system without stopping.

Rules of Engagement

This is a rough breakdown of which ships¹ are valid targets. If you have setup your overview according to Uni standards, "flashies" are always valid targets. Please note that shooting any target in high-sec or low-sec will generate a Limited Engagement which allows your target to shoot back. Pilotless ships or unanchored pos structures are free to be repurposed for your use.

To shoot anchored structures² you need specific directoral approval to do so.

	Category	All Space		W-Space	Null-sec	Low-sec	High-sec	Note
		Being aggressed	Outlaw/ Criminal/Suspect
	Friend of the Alliance							If you are fired upon without provocation you may retaliate in order to defend yourself. Do not Pursue. All Incidents Must be reported to a diplomat immediately. Do not buy or use killrights against them. Do not help them attack or defend structures without Director approval.
	Non-Aggression Pact
	Neutral / No standings							Remember to notify a diplomat if attacked by a neutral. If they offer remote assistance to an opponent, they are fair game.
	Hostile toward the Alliance							Your Security Status should be taken into account in Low-Sec.
	Enemy of the Alliance							Your Security Status should be taken into account in High-Sec3 and Low-Sec. High-sec is mostly intended for WT alts. Don't go crazy.
	War Target							Destruction of War Target pods is actively encouraged.

¹ Ships are defined as any pilotable item, including combat ships, industrial vessels and capsules.

² Structures are defined as any static structure, such as Player Owned Starbases, batteries and arrays for that, Custom Offices and Outposts.

³ Attacking an Enemy in HiSec without them being flagged will result in your ship being destroyed by CONCORD. Please use this sparingly and only against targets with a long history of aggression and a justifiable reason.

Security Status

EVE University members are encouraged to maintain a positive Security Status during their time in the corporation.

Overview

1. Security Status +0.0 or higher: Being able to join EVE University and receiving titles to access Hangars and several Special Projects.
2. Security Status -1.99 to -0.0: Not being able to receive new titles
3. Security Status -4.99 to -2.0: Lose all Roles and not being able to join Campuses where titles are an requirement or access Hangars.
4. Security Status -5.0 to -10.0: Being removed from EVE University immediately. To rejoin bring your standing back up to +0.0 or above

To avoid these actions, it is suggested that members avoid taking actions which will reduce their SecStatus to higher negative numbers, ensure their SecStatus is returned to a positive value as soon as possible, or ensure they maintain a significantly positive SecStatus to absorb any losses.

WSOP

During war-time, EVE University and Ivy League uses a set of guidelines known as 'Standard Operating Procedures' (SOP), typically referred to as "the War SOP".

More information and the full details along with restrictions placed on members are available on the Wartime Standard Operating Procedures page.

UNI Fleet, Wing, Squad Command Sobriety

Leading a fleet of UNI members, or any part of a fleet, is a privilege, and should be treated as such. Therefore, UNI management takes a very dim view of anyone who assumes a fleet, wing or squad commander position while intoxicated. Exceptions are made for preannounced event fleets.

Mixed Membership Fleets

You may fly in fleets with members of other corporations. Please remember that in these fleets our Rules of Engagement and allowable areas are still in effect. Just because your fleetmates can shoot the target does not mean you can. Sov-null restrictions still apply, and members should not be participating in sovereignty battles.

Communications

Chat channels and Mailing Lists

• All chat channels or mailing lists using the Uni name or for Uni projects must be created by the CEO.

In-Game and Mumble

• Apart from an occasional 'GF' (good fight) in local, E-UNI members must not speak to War-Targets at any time via local, private conversations or any other means than official Uni methods, such as E-UNI channels, forums, mumble, etc., and any attempts by hostile parties to contact a member outside of these methods must be reported to a director and/or diplomat immediately. Please refrain from using an alt to smacktalk.
• Conversations with E-UNI alumni are are always allowed, however members are reminded to remain civil and report any issues to management immediately.
• During fleet operations there is a strict no-talking-in-local policy. Fleet Commanders may allow a 'GF' in local after a fight at their discretion.
• During fleet operations there is a 'no chat' restriction on the mumble channel for the duration of the operation. Communications must be kept clear for reporting. Fleet Commanders may soften this at their discretion.
• IVY members may only listen on a fleet operation channel if they are an active member of that fleet, invited to listen in by the Fleet Commander, or are a Director or an ILN Staff Officer or higher rank.
• Operational Security is very important in a group the size of EVE University where everyone cannot know everyone else, and effectively means you should not talk in public about any combat activity until it is concluded.

Forums and Out of Game Communications

• E-UNI members are not authorised to post on the 'Corporations, Alliances and Organizations Center' of the EVE Online forums unless given explicit permission by a director.
• E-UNI members must not post in any discussions related to EVE University itself, on the official EVE forums or elsewhere, unless given explicit permission by a director. Please bring any posts such as these which you feel may need a comment or similar to the attention of the management and let an authorised person post instead. This includes using 'alts' or other pseudonyms.

Killfeed / Killboard

Kills

• All kills are posted to the EVE University Killfeed automatically every hour.
• Please comment on any kills that you feel might need clarification. This might include solo fights, fights with non-ivy appearing on your side, or fights with unusual circumstances. Clear comments on these types of kills help clarify the fight for diplomats and managers, and may save both them and you time later.
• The comment can be made by killing blow, FC, top damage, or any person designated by the fleet. We will tend to contact killing blow if we need clarification, so they may be a good person to choose.

Losses

• All losses, including in-corp and losses to NPCs are posted to the EVE University Killfeed automatically every hour.
• All losses posted to the Killfeed must include a comment on the situation which lead to the loss. These are an invaluable resource for both Fleet Commanders and the Diplomatic Team, and a way to reflect on your actions and how to improve.
• Failure to post a comment on your losses will directly affect your ability to earn Titles so please ensure you comment on these losses to minimize any delay in receiving titles you've applied for.

Looting and Salvaging

• Wrecks of player ships are considered the property of the owner of the lost ship.
• IVY members may only take loot and salvage wrecks from players whose owner they could legally aggress under our RoE.
• All others must give their consent or abandon them before doing so.
• Loot from E-UNI wrecks should be collected and given back to the owner where possible.

Restricted Ship Classes

• Supercapitals are prohibited in all classes of space without permission from an E-UNI Director. This is defined as any combat ship which requires a jump drive to move around and cannot dock, ie: Supercarrier and Titan class ships. Permission will be given on a case-by-case basis, dependent on the individual pilots experience. Freighters, Jump Freighters and Capital Industrial ships are not covered by this rule.
• Other restrictions apply during wartime. For full details see the Wartime Standard Operating Procedures.

Consequences

Failure to follow the above may result in one or more of the below consequences.

• An unpleasant talk with a senior member of your corporation or another senior member of the alliance.
• Reduction or removal of roles/titles within your corporation.
• Suspension pending investigation.
• Destruction of your ship and/or pod.
• Expulsion from your corporation.

Further reading on consequences can be found on the wiki page covering the Student Guidance Department

Clarifications

Any questions on or clarifications of the above rules should be referred to a Director or the Student Guidance Manager.

Related Links

• Inactive Member Policy - after a set period of inactivity members may be dropped for administrative reasons (with no penalties on returning)