Values The members of the community of the University of North Alabama, do hereby establish and maintain a culture that: • Adheres to personal academic and intellectual integrity; • Embraces the diversity of cultural backgrounds, personal charac- terisitics, and life situations represented in this community; • Values an environment for the free expression of ideas, opinions, thoughts, and differences in people; and • Respects the rights, dignity, and property of all. The members of the community of the University of North Alabama, will promote an atmosphere free of discrimination based on but not limited to the following: age, culture, ethnicity, gender, nationality, national origin, political affiliation, physical ability, physical attributes, race, religion, sexual orientation, and/or socio-economic status. All members of the University community recognize that we are an integral part of the community and will respect, honor, and protect the freedom and dignity of all individuals. Values, Mission, & Vision Statements; Accreditation Mission The University of North Alabama engages in teaching, research, and service in order to provide educational opportunities for students, an environment for discovery and creative accomplishment, and a variety of outreach activities meeting the professional, civic, social, cultural, and economic development needs of our region in the context of a global community. Vision The University of North Alabama will build on nearly two centuries of academic excellence. We commit ourselves to design and offer a rich undergraduate experience; to respond to the many educational and outreach needs of our region, including the provision of high-quality graduate programs in selected disciplines; to provide an extracurricular environment that supports and enhances learning; to provide a global education and participate in global outreach; and to foster a diverse and inclusive academic community. We promote global awareness by offering a curriculum that advances understanding of global interdependence, by encouraging international travel, and by building a multinational student population. We pledge to support and encourage intellectual growth by offering primarily small, interactive classes taught by highly educated professionals, and through mentoring, internships, and other out-of-class educational opportunities. Accreditation The University of North Alabama is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award bachelor’s, master’s, and education specialist degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of the University of North Alabama. 1 ALMA MATER IN THE SUNNY HEART OF DIXIE ON THE TENNESSEE , STANDS THE SCHOOL WE OWE ALL HONOR , LOVE AND LOYALTY . HAPPY DAYS WITHIN THY PORTALS BLESS OUR MEMORY ; FRIENDSHIPS DEAR AND TRUTHS IMMORTAL , WE HAVE FOUND IN THEE . THROUGH THE FUTURE GENERATIONS HONORED BY THY NAME ; MAY THY SONS AND DAUGHTERS BRING THEE EVERLASTING FAME . CHORUS ALMA MATER , ALMA MATER BRING WE HOMAGE DUE ; PLEDGE WE HERE OUR HEART ’S DEVOTION TO OUR COLORS TRUE . UNA FIGHT SONG GO FIGHT FOR UNA WE ARE BEHIND YOU ALL THE WAY GO FIGHT WIN OLE UNA THE PURPLE AND GOLD IS HERE TO STAY WE’LL ROAR ON TO VICTORY WE’LL SEND THAT TEAM BACK ON THEIR WAY GO! FIGHT ! UNA WE ARE BEHIND YOU ALL THE WAY 2 Student Handbook & Planner 2009-2010 Contents Academic Calendar .............................................................................6 Quick Find Directories .....................................................................8 Administrative Offices ............................................................8 Academic Offices ......................................................................9 Campus Ministries ...................................................................9 Campus Map ......................................................................................10 University Awards ...........................................................................11 Keller Key ................................................................................11 Turris Fidelis Award .............................................................11 Hall of Fame ...........................................................................11 Undergraduate Service ..........................................................11 University Man and Woman .................................................11 Who’s Who ...............................................................................11 ROTC Awards .........................................................................11 Willingham Award .................................................................12 Phi Kappa Phi Awards ...........................................................12 Student Account Information ........................................................12 Refunds of Tuition & Fees .....................................................12 Students Rights and Responsibilities .........................................13 The Student Discipline Process ............................................13 Definitions ................................................................................13 Sanctions ...................................................................................14 Jurisdiction ...............................................................................17 Preparing for Discipline Conference or UCD Hearing .....18 Student Discipline Proceedings ............................................18 Appeals and Sanction Reviews .............................................19 Code of Conduct .....................................................................20 I. University Standards ...............................................20 II. Residence Hall Standards ......................................25 3 University Statement and Regulations Re Alcohol ...........29 University Tobacco, Food and Drinks Policy .....................31 Harassment Policies ................................................................32 Family Education Rights and Privacy Act ..........................33 Involuntary Withdrawal Policy ............................................33 Misuse of Meal Tickets ...........................................................34 Responding to Administrative Notice .................................34 Student’s Role and Participation in Institutional Decision-Making .............................35 Statement of Nondiscrimination .........................................35 Ombudsman ...........................................................................35 Grievance Procedures.............................................................36 Campus Security Report ........................................................38 Accommodation for Disability ............................................38 Policy Guidelines ..............................................................................39 Campus Speech Policy ...........................................................39 Mail Room Regulations ..........................................................40 Mane card ...............................................................................42 Notices, Posters, and Banners ..............................................43 Off-Campus Residence .........................................................43 Public Address System and Amplifiers .............................44 Public Safety, Traffic, and Parking ......................................44 Study Day .................................................................................49 Tornado Emergency Procedures ..........................................49 Cocurricular Opportunities ............................................................52 Student Government Association (SGA) ............................51 University Program Council (UPC) .....................................51 Greek Life .................................................................................51 Student Print Media ...............................................................52 Student Organizations............................................................52 Student Services ...............................................................................54 Office of Judicial Affairs ........................................................54 Office of Student Affairs Assessment and Planning .........55 Office of Student Engagement .............................................55 Academic Resource Center ..................................................55 Career Planning & Development .........................................56 Testing Services .......................................................................56 Bennett Health & Wellness Center .......................................57 Student Health Insurance ......................................................57 Disability Support Services ...................................................58 4 Women’s Center ......................................................................58 Recreational Sports and Fitness Program ..........................58 Veterans Affairs ......................................................................60 Student Financial Services ....................................................60 Child Care ................................................................................61 Lion Alert .................................................................................61