The legal burden of proof for an internal (expulsion) investigation is likely not as strict as the "beyond reasonable doubt" burden applied in a criminal trial. In the interest of transparency, when the UA investigation is finished, they should release all the evidence/documentation of the procedings (with student names redacted). UA should also communicate the burden of proof required for student code of conduct violations. Expelling this student and denying him a degree from UAF is a very serious punishment. Personally, I would rather the review board conduct a thorough investigation and get it right. Adding a community member (i.e. non UA personnel) with a legal or LE background to future review boards would help ease concerns about the role of "politics" in these cases. In the mean time, this is a good reminder to talk with your children about sexual consent and the risks and responsibilities that accompany sexual activity.