Morehead State University
Eagle Student Handbook
2016 -2017
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Academic Calendar
2016 Fall Semester
2016 Fall Calendar
2017 Spring Semester
2017 Spring Calendar
2016-17 General Calendar Information
2016-17 MSU Calendar
Students, and other members of the MSU community, are also encouraged to access other University calendars to have an awareness of campus activities, events, and programs.
2 This publication is the official Morehead State University student handbook. It has been developed by the Division of Student Success to serve as a guide throughout your career at MSU. This handbook will assist with answering questions regarding MSU facilities, programs, and policies. The handbook includes standards, procedures, and regulations that will help you be a successful student while contributing to the campus community. If you have questions about the information in this handbook, please contact the Office of Student Success, Morehead State University, 109 Enrollment Services Center, Morehead, KY 40351; telephone (606) 783-2070.
The information in this handbook was accurate at the time of publication. Updates to policies, programs, and other information related to the University will be posted to the handbook on the University Web Site at www.moreheadstate.edu/dean. Students are responsible for reviewing the Web version of the student handbook on a regular basis to ensure they are familiar with any changes and/or updates which might occur during the academic year.
Campus crime statistics and campus security report information are available on the Morehead State University Police Department Web site at www.moreheadstate.edu/police. A copy may be requested from the Morehead State University Police Department, 100 Laughlin Building, Morehead, KY 40351-1689; telephone (606) 783-2035.
Morehead State University is committed to providing equal educational opportunities to all persons regardless of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other protected veterans, and armed forces service medal veterans, or disability in its educational programs, services, activities, employment policies, and admission of students to any program of study. In this regard the University conforms to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. This includes: Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Equal Pay Act of 1963, Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act of 1974, Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and Kentucky Revised Statutes 207.130 to 207.240; Chapter 344 and other applicable statutes. Vocational educational programs at Morehead State University supported by federal funds include industrial education, vocational agriculture, business education, and the associate degree program in nursing. Any inquiries should be addressed to: Affirmative Action Officer, Morehead State University, 301 Howell-McDowell Administration Building, Morehead, KY 40351, 606-783-2097.
3 Dear Students,
Welcome to Morehead State University! We are pleased that you have chosen MSU as the university where you will continue your educational career. Your academic success is
important, and we will provide many opportunities for you to gain experiences that will complement your academic endeavors while equipping you for the global marketplace. In addition, you will be able to explore other interests that will enhance and enrich your personal development and community responsibility.
Our faculty and staff are here to help you be successful and reach your fullest potential. Please do not hesitate to contact them when you have questions or need assistance.
Best wishes for the coming year!
Most sincerely,
Wayne D. Andrews President
Whether you are beginning your first semester or your last before graduating, welcome to campus!
The opportunities ahead are many and only limited by what you choose, and boldly decide to pursue. You have the opportunity to explore groundbreaking ideas, connect with scholars and innovators, and join with others in service to improve the communities where we live and work.
At MSU, it’s about YOU! You are part of the Eagle Family - a gritty, hard-working, challenge accepting, obstacle overcoming family of "doers". You are the author of your life and the coauthor of Morehead State University.
I encourage you to take advantage of the tremendous resources available at MSU. Faculty and staff care deeply about you - your hopes and aspirations - and they want to help as you grow your curiosities and knowledge.
Put your energy and talents to use in ways that help make our local community, state, and the world better.
Sincerely, Jason Bentley Jason Bentley Vice President of Student Success
Welcome back to our new and returning students. Change is the new normal and we have plenty of change on campus. New faces and places are sure to energize our campus community this year. We’ve added new parking on campus and we’re preparing to open the new residential facility, Andrews Hall. We also anticipate the new residential dining facility to open before the academic year is complete.
The Office of Student Life is now the Office of Student Success. ADUC is breaking ground for a two-year renovation and expansion, so you will now find our offices in the new Enrollment Services Center building behind Lappin Hall. While all our students will benefit from the new developments, some students may become frustrated over inconveniences caused by new construction and reorganization. We ask you to continue to be patient and plan ahead. What will not change, is our commitment to your success.
I encourage you to familiarize yourself with the Eagle Student Handbook and the Code of Conduct. The code is designed to protect individual rights and provide an environment conducive to student success and wellbeing. Collectively, we share the responsibility for upholding the core values of Morehead State University, keeping one another safe, and treating each other with dignity and respect. These expectations, coupled with accountability and responsibility, foster a positive educational experience for all students.
Sincerely, Maxwell J. Ammons Maxwell J. Ammons Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students
Fellow Students,
On behalf of the Student Government Association and student body of Morehead State University, it is my pleasure to welcome you to our Eagle family!
At MSU, we are fortunate to have such quality academic programs coupled with personalized student success. These exceptional attributes enable students like you and me to customize an individual higher education experience in a tight-knit, family-like campus community nestled in the beautiful mountains of Eastern Kentucky.
The college adventure at MSU is an unparalleled experience, filled with opportunity for student success. As you explore the abundant opportunities that await you in your collegiate endeavors, my single most important recommendation is to GET INVOLVED. Doing so will set you apart from your peers as you strive for excellence, both inside and outside of the classroom. Finding ways to GET INVOLVED on campus, and in the community, will drive you to become a robust leader.
I challenge you to seek such opportunities that will allow you to grow and learn about yourself during your time at this wonderful institution, and the time thereafter. What legacy will you leave at MSU? That is your decision.
Again, welcome to Morehead State University. The home we now share.
Soar like an Eagle.
Sincerely, Adam C. Abbott
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Administrative Directory
Board of Regents
Physics Paul C. Goodpaster, Morehead Eric Jerde, Interim Chair, Department of Earth & Space Sciences Wayne M. Martin, Winchester Greg Corso, Chair, Department of Psychology Patrick E. Price, Flemingsburg Deborah H. Long, Lexington Eric Lynn Parsons, Chair, Department of Nursing Howard, Lexington Donna Wright, Chair, Department of Kinesiology, Health, & Craig Preece, Lovely Kevin Imaging Sciences W. Pugh, Pikeville Kathy Walker, Paintsville Royal Regional Campuses Berglee, Faculty Shannon L. Harr, Staff Adam Abbott, MSU at Ashland, Nancy Preston, Director Student MSU at Prestonsburg, Lula Bowling-Ford, Director MSU at Mt. Sterling, Dennis McKay, Interim Director Officers of the Board Administration and Fiscal Services Paul C. Goodpaster, Chair Beth G. Patrick, Treasurer Beth G. Patrick, Chief Financial Officer and Vice President for Administration Jane Sharon Reynolds, Secretary Fitzpatrick, General Counsel Kem Tackett, Administrative Assistant to the Vice President Richard T. Office of the President Linio, Assistant Vice President for Facilities Management Harold Nally, Director of Human Resources Kelli Owen, Director of Accounting & Financial Services LaDonna Wayne D. Andrews, President Purcell, Director of Procurement Services Sharon Reynolds, Assistant to the President Joe Hunsucker, Director of Internal Audits Gaylena Donna Calvert, Administrative Assistant to the President Cline, Manager, Payroll Teresa Lindgren, Executive Director of Budgets and Financial Planning Steve Academic Affairs Richmond, Assistant Vice President for Information Technology Bill Redwine, Assistant Vice President for Auxiliary Services Steven M. Ralston, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Jason Justice, Postmaster Theresa Davis, Administrative Assistant to the Provost Charles Gancio, General Manager, University Bookstore Justin Sabra Lowe, Academic Affairs Staff Assistant Brown, Manager of University Golf Course Laurie Couch, Interim Associate Vice President Academic Programs Linda Davis, Director of Dining Services Doug Debbie Ross, Interim Registrar Snedegar, EagleCard Coordinator James Frazier, Philip Krummrich, Academic Honors Program Director Director of Risk & Compliance Janet McCoy, Director, Center for Leadership and Professional Development Taunya Jones, Special Events Planning Manager Dora Ahmadi, Associate Dean of International Student Services Misty Hanks, Director Distance Education & Instructional Design Student Success Jill Ratliff, Assistant Vice President for Academic Affairs/Inst. Effect Jennifer Tison, Director Institutional Research & Analysis Dr. Jason Bentley, Vice President for Student Success Shannon Harr, University Assessment & Testing Betty Jo Wallace, Administrative Assistant to the Vice President Dan Connell, Assistant VP Center for Adult Education & College Access Max Ammons, Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Michael Hinson, Associate VP for Research and Sponsored Programs Dr. John Ernst, Associate Vice President of Student Academic Success Susan Maxey, Director of Graduate and Undergraduate Programs Tim Rhodes, Assistant Vice President of Enrollment Services David Gregory, Dean of Library Services Russ Mast, Assistant Vice President of Student Engagement J. Marshall, Executive Director Center for Regional Engagement Brian Hutchinson, Director of Athletics David Litteral, Director Military Initiatives Merrell Harrison, Chief of Police Ben Malphrus, Executive Director Space Science Center Shannon Smith-Stephens, Director of Counseling & Health Services Carol Christian, Director Craft Academy Alan Rucker, Director of Housing and Residence Education
Business & Technology, College of University Advancement Robert Albert, Dean Gregory Russell, Associate Dean School of Business Administration Ahmad James A. Shaw, Vice President University Advancement and CEO MSU Foundation Zargari, Associate Dean School of Engineering & Info. Systems Keith Moore, Sandi Ruth, Administrative Assistant to the Vice President Assistant to Dean/MBA Director Mindy Highley, Assistant Vice President for Alumni Relations and Development Jami Hornbuckle, Assistant Vice President for Communications and Marketing Sharon Fraley, Director of Finance Education, College of Matt D. Collinsworth, Director, Cultural Outreach Preservation Education Raymond McLain, Director, KY Center for Traditional Music Christopher T. Miller, Dean April Miller, Interim, Chair, Dept. of Early Childhood, Elementary & Special Education Timothy Simpson, Interim Chair, Foundational and Graduate Studies in Education Wayne Willis, Chair, Dept. of Middle Grades & Secondary Education
Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences Caudill College of
M. Scott McBride, Dean Jeanne Petsch, Chair, Department of Art & Design Donald R. Grant, Director, School of Music, Theatre & Dance Keith Terry, Chair, Dept. of Communication, Media & Languages James Masterson, Chair, Dept. of History, Philosophy, International & Legal Studies Thomas S. Williams Chair, Department of English Lt. Col. Robert Hilton, Chair, Department of Military Science Latonya Hesterberg, Chair, Department of Sociology, Social Work, & Criminology
Science, College of
Wayne C. Miller, Dean Joyce Stubbs, Interim Chair, Department of Agricultural Sciences Charles Lydeard, Chair Department of Biology & Chemistry Doug Chatham, Interim Chair, Department of Matheatics, &
5 Whom to See For Who Where Phone
Absences Faculty Member Academic Bankruptcy Registrar 201 Ginger Hall 2008 Academic Probation Graduate and Undergraduate Programs 701 Ginger Hall 2039 Academic Services (Advising, Learning Lab, Tutoring) 220 Allie Young Hall 2084 Admissions – Undergraduate Enrollment Services Enrollment Services Center 2000 Admissions – Graduate Enrollment Services Enrollment Services Center 2000 Alumni Alumni Relations Alumni Center 2080 Art Supplies University Bookstore 101 Adron Doran University Center 2081 Athletics Brian Hutchinson 195 Academic-Athletic Center 2088 Baseball Mike McGuire 195 Academic-Athletic Center 2881 Basketball (Men’s) Sean Woods 212 Academic-Athletic Center 2087 Basketball (Women’s) Greg Todd 236 Academic-Athletic Center 2126 Cross Country Track Stephen Picucci 230 Academic-Athletic Center 2588 Football Rob Tenyer Jayne Stadium 2020 Golf Matthew Martin 142 Academic-Athletic Center 2396 Rifle Alan Joseph 106 Button Auditorium 2289 Soccer (Women’s) Warren Lipka 2589 Softball David Williams 230 Academic-Athletic Center 5283 Media Relations Nicholas Evans 156 Academic-Athletic Center 2500 Trainers Jamey Carver Academic-Athletic Center 2392 Volleyball James Gordon 229 Academic-Athletic Center 2122 Women’s Golf Stephanie Barker 142 Academic-Athletic Center 2588
Campus Events Scheduling University Center/Conference Services Staff 001 Allie Young Hall 2810 Career Services Julia Hawkins Career Services 5189 Catering/Dining Services Aramark Third Street Eats 2017 Change in Schedule Dean of your college Check Cashing Cashier 207 Howell McDowell Administration 2849 Clothing & Apparel University Bookstore 101 Adron Doran University Center 2081 Counseling Services Staff, Counseling & Health Services 112 Allie Young Hall 2123 Dental Services Staff, Counseling & Health Services 112 Allie Young Hall 2123 Disability Counselor Evangeline Day 109J Enrollment Services Center 5188 Elections (student) SGA President 107 Enrollment Services Center 2298 Employment Graduate placement Julia Hawkins Career Services 5189 Workstudy Enrollment Services Enrollment Services Center 2011 Fees Accounting & Budgetary Control 207 Howell McDowell Administration 2019 Financial Aid Enrollment Services Enrollment Services Center 2000 Fraternities Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Development 107 Enrollment Services Center 2071 General Studies Advising Office of Academic Services 220 Allie Young Hall 2084 Health Services Staff, Counseling and Health Services 103 Allie Young Hall 2055 Housing The Office of Housing Fields Hall 2060 ID Cards (EagleCard) EagleCard Office 31 Allie Young Hall 2701 International Student Advising Pam Jaisingh Brumagen House 2096 Intramurals Margaret LaFontaine Recreation & Wellness Center 2083 Library David Gregory Camden-Carroll Library 5100 Loans Enrollment Services Enrollment Services Center 2011 Lost and Found University Police Department 100 Laughlin Health Building 2035 Mail University Post Office 004 Allie Young Hall 2816 Meal Plans EagleCard Office 31 Allie Young Hall 2701 Minority Student Advising Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Development 107 Enrollment Services Center 2071 Morehead State Public Radio Paul Hitchcock 132G Breckinridge Hall 2334 Multiculturalism and Inclusion Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Development 107 Enrollment Services Center 2071 Non-traditional Student Services Jill McBride 303F Breckinridge Hall 5226 Notary Services University Bookstore 101 Adron Doran University Center 2081 Payroll Payroll Office 310 Howell-McDowell Administration 2145 Printing Center Site Manager 14 Allie Young Hall 2032 Programming Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Development 107 Enrollment Services Center 2071 Publicity Jason Blanton Alumni Center 9361 Publications Trail Blazer John Flavell 317 Breckinridge Hall 2694 Inscape Tom Williams, Advisor 103 Bert Combs 2185 Regional Campuses 312 AYH MSU at Ashland (800-648-5370) Nancy Preston 141 Winchester Ave. MSU at Prestonsburg (800-648-5372) Lula Ford 719 University Cr. MSU at West Liberty (800-648-5371) Jonell Tobin 155 Continental Dr. 3400 MSU at Mt. Sterling (866-870-0809) Dennis McKay Indian Mound Dr. 147 App. Grad. Consortium at Pikeville (800-218-5460) John Nelson Sycamore St. Repeat of Course Student’s Advisor Residence Education The Office of Housing Fields Hall 2060 Resident Advisors The Office of Housing Fields Hall 2060 Scholarships Enrollment Services Enrollment Services Center 2000 Sexual Harassment Human Resources 301 Howell-McDowell 2097 Sororities Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Development 107 Enrollment Services Center 2071 Student Conduct Code Student Success Office 109 Enrollment Services Center 2070 Student Government Association SGA President 107 Enrollment Services Center 2071 Student Organizations Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Development 107 Enrollment Services Center 2071 Student Programming Board Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Development 107 Enrollment Services Center 2071 Student Teaching Educational Services Unit 801 Ginger Hall 2065 Testing Testing Center 501A Ginger Hall 2526 Textbooks University Bookstore 101 Adron Doran University Center 2081 Transcripts Registrar 201 Ginger Hall 2008 Conference & Event Services Taunya Jones 011 Allie Young Hall 2809 Vending Machines Concessions & Vending Academic-Athletic Center 2560 Vehicle Registration University Police Department 100 Laughlin Health Building 2220 Veteran Affairs Registrar 201 Ginger 2008 Web Site April Hobbs Nutter Alumni Center 9351 Withdrawal – From Class Registrar 2008 Withdrawal From University Registrar 201 Ginger Hall 2008
6 Facility Abbreviation Guide
AAC Academic-Athletic Center LHB Laughlin Health Building ADUC Adron Doran University Center LBT Little Bell Tower ALC Adult Learning Center LCB Lloyd Cassity Building SAF Allen Field ASH MSU at Ashland WLI MSU at West Liberty AYH Allie Young Hall MTS MSU at Mt. Sterling ALC Alumni Center PBG MSU at Prestonsburg ALT Alumni Tower MAH Martindale House AH Andrews Hall MHA Mays Hall Apartments BMH Baird Music Hall MIH Mignon Hall BSC Breathitt Sports Center MIT Mignon Tower BRK Breckinridge Hall CWM Moonlight School BUH Butler Hall NHA Normal Hall BUA Button Auditorium NUH Nunn Hall CCL Camden-Carroll Library PDH Palmer Development House CAH Cartmell Hall PPP President’s Home CRE Center for Regional Engagement RAH Rader Hall CYA Claypool-Young Art Building REH Reed Hall BCB Combs Building COH Cooper Hall RSB Rice Services Building DAC Derrickson Agricultural Complex RWC Recreation and Wellness Center DEA Derrickson Arena STC Sadler Tennis Courts EC EAGLE Center STA Satellite Antenna ELA Eagle Lake Apartments SWT Simms Weight Training Center EMH East Mignon Hall SOF Softball Field ERL Energy Research Lab SSC Space Science Center ESC Enrollment Services SWH Switchgear House FIH Fields Hall TJF Terry Jacobs Field FAC Folk Art Center THH Grote-Thompson Hall GIH Ginger Hall FMH University Farm House HH Honors House UPO University Post Office HMA Howell-McDowell Ad. Bldg. UPP University Power Plant JSE Jayne Stadium East UWP University Water Plant JST Jayne Stadium Training Room WEG Wetherby Gymnasium JSW Jayne Stadium West WMH West Mignon Hall KCT Kentucky Center for Traditional Music LAH Lappin Hall
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Index Page(s) Page(s)
Academic Advising 12 Hazing 20 Academic-Athletic Center 23 Health Insurance 26, 28 Academic Bankruptcy 12 Hepatitis B 93 Academic Dishonesty 12 Housing (Policies) 94-97 Academic Dishonesty (Guidelines) 86 Housing (Residential Living) 14-15 Academic Disruptions (Guidelines) 86 Howell-McDowell Administration Building 26 Academic Freedom and Individual Integrity 30 Inscape 20-21 Academic Grievance 12 Intercollegiate Athletics 26 Academic Probation 12 Intercollegiate Athletics Mission Statement 89 Academic Progress 12 International Student Services 26 Academic Services 23 Intramurals and Recreation 26 Academic Success 12 Laughlin Health Building 27 Academic Suspension 12 Learning Lab - Tutor Services 12 Access to Records (Students' Rights) 86-87 Library (Camden-Carroll) 27 Administrative Directory 5 Library (Fines/Fees Appeals Procedure) 97-98 Adron Doran University Center (ADUC) 23 Lost and Found 29 AIDS (Guidelines on Institutional Response) 28, 87-88 Meal Memberships 24 Alcohol/Drugs (Student Organization) 20 Medical Excuses 28 Alcohol/Other Drugs Policy 82 Meningococcal Disease - Meningitis 98 Allie Young Hall 23 Mid-Term Grades 12 Appealing Disciplinary Decisions 83-85 Multicultural Student Services 27 Attendance 12 Non-traditional/Commuter Student Office 27 Board of Student Media 20 Peremptory Suspension 31 Bookstore (University) 23 Police Department (University) 28-29 Bowling 27 Political Activities 21 Breathitt Sports Center 23 Post Office (University) 27 Career Services 23 Provisional Studies Program 12 Check Cashing 23 Public Radio (MSU) 21 Conference & Event Services 23 Quiet Hours 31 Children/Dependents in the Classroom 12 Recreation and Wellness Center (RWC) 27 Copyright 41 Registration 12 Counseling (Marital/Relationship) 24 Schedule Change 12 Counseling (Personal/Social Adjustment) 24 Scheduling Campus Officials 21 Counseling (Substance Abuse) 24 Sexual Misconduct 68-69, 98-102 Counseling Center 24 Solicitation 22, 70, 96 Dining (Third Street Eats) 24 Student Activity and Services Fee 16 Dining (Alumni Tower) 24 Student Cadets (MSUPD) 29 Dining Services 24 Student Communications 20 Disciplinary Procedures 31 Student Conduct 30-106 Disciplinary Sanctions 80 Student Disciplinary Committee 83-85 Diversity Resolution 10-11 Student Government Association (SGA) 16 Document Center 24 Student Health Services 27-28 Downloading and File Sharing 31 Student Life Committee 16 Dress Code 9 Student Organizations 17-22 Drug-Free Institution Statement of Compliance 89-90 Student Participation in University Affairs 16 EagleCard 24-25 Student Programming Board (SPB) 16 Eagle Lake 25 Student Rights and Responsibilities 30 EIS (Early Intervention System) 9 Students with Disabilities 13 E-mail 9 Swimming Pool 27 Emergency Loans 25 Technology Security Policy - Policy PG-55 103-104 Facility Abbreviation Guide 7 Testing Center 28 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act 9-10 Title IV funds (return) 104-105 (FERPA) Tobacco Policy 73-74, 82-83 Fees and Payment 90 Traffic 29 Financial Aid 25 Traffic Appeals Committee 105 Financial Aid (Grades) 25 Tuition and Fees 13 Financial Aid (Graduate Students) 25 Tutoring 12 Financial Aid (Policies and Procedures) 25 Vehicle Registration 29 Financial Aid (Reinstatement of Eligibility) 25 Voice mail 9 Financial Aid 25 Voter Registration 21 (Satisfactory Progress Standards Appeal) Weapons/Destructive Devices Policy 79, 105-106 Financial Aid (Undergraduate Students) 25 Welcome Letters 4 First Year Program 12 Wetherby Gymnasium 29 Fraternity and Sorority (Academic Policies) 20 Withdrawing from the University 13 Freedom of Speech 30 Whom to See 6 Getting Involved 16-22 Golf Course (University) 26 Greek Student Governance 17 Grievance Procedures 91-92
8 advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should About this Handbook be addressed. The Eagle Student Handbook is meant to serve as a map of the
MSU community - one comprehensive guide covering a wide The right to request the amendment of the students education variety of topics. This handbook should serve as a general records reference guide for most questions concerning MSU's policies, The eligible student has the right to request the amendment of the procedures, regulations, and services. It also contains important student’s education records that the student believes is inaccurate, information about the University's disciplinary system. All MSU misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights students are responsible for the University rules and regulations under FERPA. as outlined in the Eagle Student Handbook. Students are A student who wishes to ask the school to amend a record should responsible for checking the Web version of the handbook on a write the school official responsible for the record, clearly identify the regular basis as it serves as the most current version of the part of the record the student wants changed, and specify why it document. should be changed. Dress Code If the school decides not to amend the record as requested, the school While the University does not maintain a formal dress code, it is will notify the student in writing of the decision and the student’s right expected that students dress appropriately when attending public to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional functions, which includes class attendance. information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing. Early Intervention System (EIS) Informal Proceedings: Morehead State University may attempt to Morehead State University is committed to maximizing the settle a dispute with the parent of a student or the eligible student success and retention of students. The Early Intervention regarding the content of the student’s education records through System (EIS) has been created to identify those students informal meetings and discussions with the parent or eligible student. experiencing problems at MSU. Anyone who has a concern that a friend, roommate, or another student may be experiencing Formal Proceedings: Upon the request of either party (the educational personal, social, or academic difficulties may contact EIS via institution, the parent or eligible student), the right to a hearing is email at [email protected] or telephone at 783-2014. A required. If a student, parent or educational institution requests a trained faculty or staff member will contact the student in an hearing, the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee effort to provide support and make appropriate referrals to shall make the necessary arrangements. The hearing will be established University professional staff members or campus agencies. according to the procedure delineated by the University. Anyone who has contact with students can make a referral to the The right to provide written consent before the university EIS. Faculty, student work supervisors, administrators, MSU discloses personally identifiable information staff, students, and parents are encouraged to contact the EIS The eligible student has the right to provide written consent before the about students who they believe are experiencing problems or are in need of assistance. university discloses personally identifiable information (PII) from the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA E-mail authorizes disclosure without consent. Throughout your tenure as an MSU student, there will be several The school discloses education records without a student’s prior occasions when faculty, staff, and other members of the written consent under the FERPA exception for disclosure to school University community will need to contact you with important officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a information. We encourage you to check your University email person employed by Morehead State University in an administrative, on a daily basis. You will be held responsible for any official supervisory, academic, research, or support staff position (including information the University sends via phone or e-mail whether or law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person serving on not you activate and/or check your voice mail and/or e-mail. the board of regents; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee. A school official also Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) may include a volunteer or contractor outside of Morehead State University who performs an institutional service of function for which This information is provided to notify all Morehead State University the school would otherwise use its own employees and who is under students of the rights and restrictions under the Family Educational the direct control of the school with respect to the use and Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-380) as amended. maintenance of PII from education records, such as an attorney, FERPA is also known as the “Buckley Amendment”. auditor, collection agent, a hosted software company or a verification agency. Notification of Rights under FERPA for Postsecondary Institutions A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) afford needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her eligible students certain rights with respect to their education records. professional responsibilities for the University. (An “eligible student” under FERPA is a student who is 18 years of The right to file a complaint age or older or who attends a postsecondary institution.) These rights The eligible student has the right to file a complaint with the U.S. include: Department of Education concerning alleged failures by Morehead The right to inspect and review the student's education records State University to comply with the requirements of FERPA. To file a The eligible student has the right to inspect and review the student's complaint, the student should contact the Family Policy Compliance education records within 45 days after the day Morehead State Office at the following address: University receives a request for access. A student should submit to Family Policy Compliance Office the registrar, dean, head of the academic department, or other U.S. Department of Education appropriate official, a written request that identifies the record(s) the 400 Maryland Avenue, SW student wishes to inspect. The school official will make arrangements Washington, DC 20202 for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the school official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall
9 Disclosure of Information • To parents of a student regarding the student’s violation of any FERPA permits the disclosure of personally identifiable information Federal, State, or local law, or of any rule or policy of the school, (PII) from students’ education records, without consent of the governing the use or possession of alcohol or a controlled substance student, if the disclosure meets certain conditions found in §99.31 of if the school determines the student committed a disciplinary the FERPA regulations. Except for disclosures to school officials, violation and the student is under the age of 21. (§99.31(a)(15)) disclosures related to some judicial orders or lawfully issued subpoenas, disclosures of directory information, and disclosures to Release of Directory Information the student, §99.32 of FERPA regulations requires the institution to FERPA defines "directory information" as information contained in record the disclosure. Eligible students have a right to inspect and the education records of a student that would not generally be review the record of disclosures. A postsecondary institution may considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if disclosed. Typically, disclose PII from the education records without obtaining prior "directory information" includes information such as: written consent of the student - • name, • To other school officials, including teachers, within Morehead • address, State University whom the school has determined to have • telephone listing, legitimate educational interests. This includes contractors, • e-mail, consultants, volunteers, or other parties to whom the school has • major field of study, outsourced institutional services or functions, provided that the • dates of attendance, conditions listed in §99.31(a)(1)(i)(B)(1) - (a)(1)(i)(B)(2) are met. • enrollment status (e.g. undergraduate or graduate, full-time or (§99.31(a)(1)) part-time), • To officials of another school where the student seeks or intends • participation in officially recognized activities and sports, to enroll, or where the student is already enrolled if the disclosure • weight and height of members of athletic teams, is for purposes related to the student’s enrollment or transfer, • degrees, honors and awards received, and subject to the requirements of §99.34. (§99.31(a)(2)) • most recent educational agency or institution attended. • To authorized representatives of the U. S. Comptroller General, The release of the above-noted information by an educational the U. S. Attorney General, the U.S. Secretary of Education, or agency or institution is permitted under the law unless the student State and local educational authorities, such as a State notifies the institution or agency in person that he/she does not postsecondary authority that is responsible for supervising the want such information released. Eligible students may withhold university’s State-supported education programs. Disclosures directory information by notifying the Office of Student Success, under this provision may be made, subject to the requirements of 109 Enrollment Services Center, or by calling 606-783-2070. §99.35, in connection with an audit or evaluation of Federal- or State-supported education programs, or for the enforcement of or Requests for non-disclosure will remain in effect until the eligible compliance with Federal legal requirements that relate to those student informs the Office of Student Success to remove the programs. These entities may make further disclosures of PII to disclosure restriction. outside entities that are designated by them as their authorized representatives to conduct any audit, evaluation, or enforcement or Personal Responsibility and Preparedness compliance activity on their behalf. (§§99.31(a)(3) and 99.35) Morehead State University is committed to helping students • In connection with financial aid for which the student has applied take an active role in the creation and promotion of individual or which the student has received, if the information is necessary and community safety and security. Individuals are to determine eligibility for the aid, determine the amount of the encouraged to refer to the University Police Department Web aid, determine the conditions of the aid, or enforce the terms and page www.moreheadstate.edu/police to review crime statistics conditions of the aid. (§99.31(a)(4)) and other valuable resources throughout their MSU career. In • To organizations conducting studies for, or on behalf of, the addition, members of the MSU community are encouraged to school, in order to: (a) develop, validate, or administer predictive familiarize themselves with the information on the emergency tests; (b) administer student aid programs; or (c) improve resources Web page www.moreheadstate.edu/emergency in instruction. (§99.31(a)(6)) order to have a basic understanding as to how to respond to a • To accrediting organizations to carry out their accrediting variety of situations. functions. ((§99.31(a)(7)) • To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena. Resolution Sustaining Diversity (§99.31(a)(9)) • To appropriate officials in connection with a health or safety On June 11, 2009, the Morehead State University Board of emergency, subject to §99.36. (§99.31(a)(10)) Regents passed the following resolution affirming a • Information the school has designated as “directory information” commitment to diversity: under §99.37. (§99.31(a)(11)) WHEREAS, Morehead State University is a diverse community • To a victim of an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence or a devoted to excellence in teaching, research and creative non-forcible sex offense, subject to the requirements of §99.39. production, and service; and The disclosure may only include the final results of the disciplinary
proceeding with respect to that alleged crime or offense, regardless of the finding. (§99.31(a)(13)) WHEREAS, Morehead State University’s respect for diversity of people and thought is clearly stated in its core values • To the general public, the final results of a disciplinary proceeding, and reflected in official documents, print and electronic; subject to the requirements of §99.39, if the school determines the and student is an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence or non- forcible sex offense and the student has committed a violation of WHEREAS, the statutory authority for the governance of the school’s rules or policies with respect to the allegation made Morehead State University is vested in the duly appointed against him or her. (§99.31(a)(14)) and/or elected members of the Board of Regents; and
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WHEREAS, issues of diversity are of a significant and ongoing interest to the members of the Board of Regents in their official duties and personal and professional lives; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Regents, as a matter of institutional policy, highly values inclusiveness, representation and diversity as essential sources of strength and vitality for the University community; and
WHEREAS, the Board of Regents embraces the achievement of diversity as an invaluable element of the University’s mission, vision and values;
THEREFORE, be it resolved by the Board of Regents of Morehead State University that the infusion of diversity into all aspects of the University’s life is of paramount importance and the Board of Regents hereby recommits itself to that shared value and hereby challenges all members of the University community to act affirmatively in identifying, creating and accomplishing diversity in its many forms and venues.
11 A Class Act
Academic Advising Attendance The University provides an academic advising program to assist Prompt and regular class attendance, being essential to the students with information about specific programs and learning experience, is the responsibility of all students. More University procedures, with career guidance and counseling, and specific attendance policies may be established by individual with general academic support throughout their college course instructors and must be distributed to students in written experiences. For more information, please visit form during the first week of the session. http://www.moreheadstate.edu/advising/. Children/Dependents in the classroom Academic Bankruptcy If a student must bring a child or other dependent under his/her Academic bankruptcy allows undergraduate students with an care or supervision to class on an occasional and short-term unacceptable GPA to drop one semester's work from basis, s/he must have the permission of the faculty member (per consideration for MSU general education degree or program MSU Administrative Regulation 323.01). It is the responsibility requirements. For more information, please visit the academic of the student to ensure that the class is not disrupted by the bankruptcy section of the Registrar’s Web page. presence of a child/dependent. Children or other dependents should not be brought to class on a regular basis and will not be permitted to remain in the class beyond the period of time Academic Dishonesty necessary to make permanent arrangements for the child's care. Academic dishonesty, such as falsification of records (including State and federal safety laws and regulations prohibit children admissions, registration, identification cards, etc.), plagiarism, from being in certain areas, such as scientific laboratories, in the copyright violations, etc. may result in disciplinary action. presence of machinery, or where chemicals and/or hazardous Further information related to academic dishonesty can be materials are utilized and stored. A student will be personally found in Appendix A. liable for injuries to children or other dependents resulting from non-compliance with this regulation.
Academic Grievance If a student believes that s/he has received unfair or First Year Programs inappropriate treatment in academic endeavors, s/he should First Year Programs staff members administer orientation address the issue directly with the person or people involved. If programs for new students. Student Orientation Advising and the issue is not resolved in this manner, the student has the right Registration (SOAR) and New Student Days provide new to file a formal grievance. For more information, please review students with the information and assistance needed to make a the grievance policy on-line. successful transition to college.
Academic Progress Tutoring and Learning Center To continue enrollment at MSU, students must maintain certain The Office of Academic Services Learning Lab provides grade-point standings according to the number of credit hours supplemental assistance to students outside the classroom they have attempted. Total hours include all credits attempted at through individual and group tutoring. MSU and transfer work. Grade point average (GPA) is calculated using only MSU coursework. Mid-Term Grades Halfway through a semester, students will receive mid-term Academic Probation grades to let them know how they are doing in classes. Final Students failing to meet the scholastic standards listed above are grades at the end of the semester are what count, however, since placed on academic probation. they are recorded and used to determine the GPA of a student.
Academic Suspension Eagle Success Program Any student who, after two consecutive semesters (excluding This is a first year program that specifically addresses the needs summer terms) on academic probation, has not earned the GPA of those students who do not meet the regular admission specified above will be placed on academic suspension by the requirements of the University. University. The suspension period following a fall semester is the spring semester; following a spring semester the suspension period is the summer terms and fall semester. Registration Students who are currently enrolled, or have been accepted for enrollment, may advance-register for courses for the following Academic Success semester or summer term.
Students who find themselves in need of additional academic support can benefit from services in the Center for Student Schedule Change Academic Success (STAS) in 321 Allie Young Hall (783-2084). If at any time a student wishes to make a schedule change, it Included among the offices and programs in STATS are Academic must be recorded with the Registrar on a Drop/Add Form Advising and Retention, Career Services, College Readiness, Eagle approved by his/her advisor. Success Program, Eagle Diversity Education Center (EDEC), First Year Programs, and Tutoring. 12 Students with Disabilities Students with physical, psychological, or learning-based disabilities, who wish to use accommodations, should register with the Disability Services Office. For more information, please visit www.moreheadstate.edu/disability.
Please Contact: Evangeline Day, Disability Services Coordinator 606-783-5188 [email protected] 109J Enrollment Services Center
Tuition and fees Students will be able to view and pay their bills on-line via their Datatel Web Advisor accounts (shortly after July 1 for fall semesters, and after registering for classes for each subsequent semester).
Withdrawing from the University An undergraduate student who discontinues his/her enrollment for one semester must submit a completed Undergraduate Admission and Scholarship Application to be readmitted to the University. Individuals who withdraw from the University during a semester must contact the Registrar (201 Ginger Hall). It is important for the academic records of a student to reflect an official withdrawal; entitled credits are not made unless the withdrawal is properly recorded. Credits may be available after a student completes all necessary steps. During the fall or spring term, withdrawal during the first six days of classes will result in a 100 percent credit of those fees that are creditable. A 75 percent credit will be given if during the first 10 days of the semester, and 50 percent credit if a student withdraws during the first sixteen days of the semester. A student can receive a 25 percent credit of those fees that are creditable if s/he withdraws within the first 21 days of the semester. If a student must withdraw, it is to his/her advantage to do so by the earliest possible date, because after 21 days of classes the University will be unable to make a credit. The procedure during the summer terms is similar. If a student does not withdraw before the last day listed in each term's academic calendar to drop a course with an automatic grade of “W,” s/he will be subject to academic penalty.
13 Residential Living
Historically, Morehead State University has been a residential Bicycles institution that provides special programs and services to promote Bicycles may be stored in the bike racks outside residence halls or student development, with full-time and student staff members who campus buildings with proper bike locks. During university serve as counselors and advisors and assist students with their breaks, students may store their bikes in their rooms, but adjustment to campus life. Residence halls are an integral part of the bicycles are not allowed inside the halls at other times. educational mission of Morehead State University and contribute to personal growth and adjustment, cultural appreciation, and self- Card Access responsibility. Living in this type of atmosphere offers many benefits All MSU campus residence halls remain locked 24 hours per day and to students. are accessible via the student’s Eagle Card. Students will be able to access only the facility to which they have been assigned and the hall in All unmarried, fulltime undergraduate students who are under age 21 which their Hall Director’s office is located. To enhance building safety and have earned fewer than 60 hours of college credit must live in and security students should never hold a door open to allow someone University housing and purchase a meal plan of their choice each they do not know to enter an MSU campus residence hall. semester. Students requesting a waiver of this requirement must apply and receive written approval from the Housing Office. Waivers Damaged/Lost Eagle Cards submitted for review on or after the first day of classes are subject to When an Eagle Card no longer works for door access to the residence the University's refund policy. (See the University Fee Schedule.) hall, the student should contact the Office of Student Housing if during Upperclass students, of course, are encouraged to live in University normal business hours or in-hall staff if after business hours. If it is housing as space is available. Campus living helps a student see life determined that a new Eagle Card is needed, the student will be from different points of view and helps them gain valuable referred to the Eagle Card Office for replacement. Students can also be experience outside the classroom. Questions about residence hall issued a temporary access card for their hall for use on a short-term arrangements may be directed to the Office of Student Housing (606- basis until their card is replaced permanently. Failure to return the 783-2060). temporary access card will result in charges on the student’s account for replacement. Staff in Residence Each residence hall community has a full time professional staff Wireless Data Access member in residence to assist students with any concerns they may The robust campus wireless network, ResNet, serves all MSU campus encounter within the University community. Undergraduate resident residence halls. Maintained by the Office of Information Technology, advisors are also located on each floor to assist students. Individuals ResNet allows students the option of connecting all their personal are encouraged to contact any member of the housing staff whenever devices to a high-speed reliable network. Because of ResNet’s they need information or assistance. performance and coverage, hard-wired Ethernet access is not provided. Please see Appendix O for the standards of conduct regarding use of University Housing Options University technology resources. New students that are in need of an assignment in an MSU campus housing option must complete a housing application and pay a non- Elevators refundable $200 housing application fee. Housing applications are Elevators are a great help - in fact, a necessity for those who live on the completed online through the student’s MyMoreheadState account upper floors of a high-rise building. Individuals should never overload and potential roommates can be selected and confirmed. Once an or tamper with an elevator while it is operating. Students who suspect application and a fee is received, a day and time to select a room will an elevator is defective should not attempt to use or repair it. Students be provided to the student. This online process allows a student to should immediately report all concerns related to elevators to the hall select any available room that they are qualified for based on class staff. standing, etc. Food and Laundry Facilities Returning students currently assigned to a MSU campus housing Kitchen facilities are provided within most MSU campus residence option will have an online selection process conducted in the spring halls. The University is not responsible for spoilage of foods due to semester for the following academic year. Students will receive mechanical failure or electrical outages. Some halls provide microwave information about selection day and time via lottery process to select ovens for student convenience. These ovens are usually located in the their assignment as well as roommate selection and confirmation for vending area. If money is lost in a vending machine, refund requests the following year. This process will be conducted entirely online. may be made through the Office of Accounting and Budgetary Control (HM 207). Student living on campus have access to free laundry service. Apartment housing options are also available to upperclass students, and preference will be given to individuals who have earned a Mail Service minimum of 48 credit hours, maintained a 2.5 GPA, and are in good When students check into residence halls, they will receive a residence disciplinary standing with the University. hall mailbox. The Morehead City Post Office delivers mail each day to residential facilities that is then placed in mailboxes by residence hall All residence halls will close yearly for Thanksgiving break, winter staff. Mail should be addressed in this way: Beaker Eagle / Room# break, and spring break. Students who have a need to remain on Residence Hall / Morehead, KY 40351. Packages delivered by delivery campus for break periods will need to select a residence hall that will service providers (UPS, FedEx, DHL) will be held at the University remain open for university break periods. For 2016-2017, those break Mail Center. housing accommodations will be in Fields Hall and West Mignon Hall and our MSU apartment communities.
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Property Protection Protecting personal property begins with students always locking their room doors, and making appropriate arrangements to protect valuables. A student who has something lost or stolen should immediately notify a housing staff member and the University Police Department (783-2035). The University makes a reasonable effort to help protect private property but cannot be responsible for its loss, theft, or damage. Precautions students can take are engraving their property so it can be identified if stolen, and maintaining an accurate record of serial numbers for equipment such as computers, televisions, DVD players, video games, etc. Students are encouraged to purchase renter’s insurance from the provider of their choice should their belongings not be covered under their family’s home insurance.
Student Responsibility Morehead State expects students to be responsible members of the University community. As a result, students are expected to hold one another accountable for inappropriate behavior and/or violations of University policies, guidelines, and regulations. Students with information related to violations of University policies or damage in a residence hall should contact a housing staff member. Hall damage that cannot be attributed to an individual or group will be billed as outlined in the Community Damage Billing guidelines (Please refer to Appendix J or contact a housing staff member for further information).
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Getting Involved
Morehead State University believes student involvement is vital Student Government Association to a student’s education. All opportunities for involvement, All full-time students on campus are members of the Student therefore must be provided without regard to race, sex, color, Association. The governing body of the Student Association is religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, or the Student Government Association (SGA) which is composed veteran status (except for those organizations exempted by Title of three branches: executive, legislative (Student Congress), and IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, by the Age judicial (Student Court). All administrative functions of the SGA Discrimination Act of 1975, or later exemptions allowed by the are vested in the executive branch, which includes a president, Department of Health and Human Services or the Department executive vice president, vice president for administration, vice of Education). president for finance, vice president for public relations, and vice president for campus improvement. The main function of the Student Activity and Services Fee Student Congress is to establish a working relationship between All full-time students pay a student activity and services fee. This student representatives and other facets of the University fee provides free admission to all on-campus; regular season community. The Congress consists of the Executive Committee; athletic events; certain SGA or Student Activities Inclusion & proportional representation for freshmen, sophomores, juniors, Leadership Development sponsored events, and MSU Theatre seniors, and graduate students; residence hall representatives; productions. For a listing of campus events, please consult the family housing representatives; commuter representatives; and Morehead State University Web Page or call 783- representatives from each college. 2071 for more information. The Student Court is appointed by the SGA President with Congress approval, and is composed of a chief justice and four Student Participation in University Affairs associate justices, an attorney general, assistant attorney general, To ensure the principles of intellectual inquiry, fair and just chief defense counsel, and clerk of court. The court hears cases treatment, and participation in University affairs, the faculty, and recommends action to the appropriate University committee. staff, students, and administrators of Morehead State University It has jurisdiction over cases brought against support a collegial system of shared governance. Such an members of the student body or student organizations by the approach, which is based on mutual respect among members of attorney general for a violation of a provision of the SGA the University community, promotes responsible deliberation Constitution, the association's election procedures, or other and assures recognition of diverse interests and points of view. stated policies. Copies of the SGA Constitution may be obtained Moreover, the system provides opportunities for open and in the SGA office located in 107 ESC. The SGA President also honest communication to assist with the total University's appoints students to membership on much University efforts to enhance quality education. To that end, students are committees. encouraged and provided opportunities to help shape the University environment. Such opportunities include: the Student Student Programming Board Government Association (SGA), which is an elected, The Student Programming Board (SPB) is the programming and representative student assembly responsible for presenting the events arm at Morehead State University. SPB is comprised of five collective student viewpoint on issues, concerns, and interests Student Coordinators as well as multiple volunteer positions which within the University community; a voting representative on aim to plan programs and activities for the student body. Some of MSU's Board of Regents who has been elected by the student their popular and traditional programming events include Bingo’s, body to participate in the approval of many University policies; Movies, Comedians, Musicians/Bands, Artists, Novelty Acts, Special participation of students on major University standing Holiday events, Welcome Week activities, Paint U and Homecoming committees; and representation on appropriate employee search events to name a few. The five Student Coordinator positions committees, ad hoc committees, and task forces. The SGA oversee the areas of entertainment, edutainment, cultural and President meets frequently with the President of the University marketing events on campus. Student volunteers assist with the and is often consulted on major financial, academic, and student various productions and allow for a feeder system to our five Student issues. Other avenues for student participation include, but are Coordinator positions as students graduate from year to year. Please not limited to, Student Programming Board; Interfraternity, feel free to call 606-783-2071 and ask for the Student Programming Panhellenic, and Pan-Hellenic Councils. Board for more information or follow us on social media; @MSU_SPB (Twitter). Student Life Committee The Student Life Committee reviews non-curricular proposals Living-Learning Communities that students, faculty, or staff members present regarding campus Living-Learning Communities allow students who choose to reside life, and makes recommendations to the President of the there the opportunity to connect outside the classroom with fellow University on actions to improve student life and students and faculty/staff who share a common commitment to the communication. The voting membership consists of the theme of the community. Students involved in Living-Learning President of the Student Government Association, one faculty Communities feel a better connection to campus, graduate sooner, member from each college selected by the Faculty Senate, two have higher GPAs, and report significantly more satisfying professional non-faculty staff selected by the Staff Congress, and experiences on campus and within the residence halls! More four students selected by the Student Government Association. information about this living option, including active communities, Non-voting members include the Assistant Vice President/Dean application dates, and program specifics can be found at of Students, Director of Housing, and Director of Student http://www.moreheadstate.edu/livinglearning. Activities/Inclusion and Leadership. Faculty and staff serve for two years, and students serve one year. The chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary are elected from the voting members.
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Greek Student Governance The National Pan-Hellenic Council (NPHC), Panhellenic Name: The official name of the organization and any Council (PHC), and Interfraternity Council (IFC) are abbreviation(s) or nicknames it will be commonly referred established to provide governing authority over the fraternities to. and sororities affiliated with them. These organizations provide programs and activities to encourage high standards of Purpose: The stated purpose/mission of the organization. conduct, assist with membership recruitment/intake, and provide unified public relations efforts. Membership is Affiliation: The organization will state clearly that it will composed of Greek students elected by chapters to serve in operate according to the most current regulations and council leadership positions. policies of Morehead State University and in compliance with all Board of Regents’ policies, local, state, and federal Student Organizations laws regardless of contradictory material that may be in the Forming a new student organization constitution. It will also state whether or not it is affiliated with any national or regional organization and if so, which New organizations may be formed at any time during the organization. academic year. Enrolled Morehead State students interested Note: A student organization may be denied registration or in forming a new student organization need to make an have it withdrawn if the goals and purposes of the appointment to see a student activities staff member by organization are found to be in conflict with local, state calling (606) 783-2071. At the meeting, the recognition and/or federal statutes. process will be outlined and questions answered. If students wish to form a “temporary club” they may do so at this Nondiscrimination: The organization must list specifically meeting, provided they have a faculty/staff advisor. that it will not discriminate, except where the stated purposes Temporary clubs may not hold events or collect money; of the organization require limitations as to sex or religion and rather they exist for the sole purpose of membership are exempt by law, on the basis of: race, color, national origin, recruitment and constitutional development. Only one age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender student and one advisor are necessary to form a temporary expression, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, other club. Their privileges include reserving spaces on campus protected veterans, and armed forces service medal veterans, or for a maximum of three times and they may advertise on disability (fraternities and sororities are exempted). Additional campus bulletin boards, in table tents and solicit for categories may be added, should the organization choose. members at the free speech zone. All rules apply. These Membership requirements: Active membership is limited to privileges extend for a maximum of two months from the students in good academic, financial, and social standing with the point of filing with the Office of Student Activities Inclusion University. Only active members may vote and hold office. & Leadership Development. Failure to complete the Members shall be selected on the basis of personal merit or registration process at the end of the two months will interest. Organizations are required, in their initial year of demonstrate a lack of interest in the group on the part of registration, to have a minimum of ten (10) active members. In students and all privileges cease. Extensions may be granted their second year and beyond, five (5) active members are by the Director of Student Activities/Inclusion and required. Officers must be full-time students in good academic, Leadership. financial and social standing with the University with a cumulative GPA of 2.30 or above. Names and addresses of newly To become a registered as a student organization, a group elected officers must be submitted to the Office of Student of 10 or more active student members must submit, to Activities Inclusion & Leadership Development within 10 class the Office of Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership days of the election. Development Organizations failing to meet minimum numbers will have their • The official name of the organization registration revoked by the Office of Student Activities Inclusion • The name and applicable contact information of each & Leadership Development. faculty/staff advisor • A constitution meeting University guidelines and Membership in organizations is limited to matriculated (enrolled) membership requirements students and faculty/staff of the University (when applicable). • A complete officer update card • A complete membership roster Removal of members: List the process for removing members, inclusive of notice of charges, right to fair hearing and process of • A copy of a national constitution or charter document (if applicable) appeal, if any. • A signed affirmation that the organization will abide by Meetings: List how often will the organization meet, what is the University policies, guidelines, and regulations quorum to do business and the percentages to pass motions. • A mailing address (department or UPO box) • A completed Club Account Authorization Form Elections: List officer positions and their duties, note when elections are to occur and define the term of office. Officers Constitutional requirements must be full-time students in good academic, financial and social Each student organization is required to have a constitution standing with the University with a cumulative GPA of on file with the Office of Student Activities Inclusion & 2.30 or above. Employees of the University are not eligible Leadership Development. The Office of SAIL may, as the for officer positions in student organizations. director deems necessary, require renewing student organizations to update their constitutions from time to Removal of officers: List the process for removing an officer, time. Each student organization must have, at minimum, inclusive of notice of charges, right to fair hearing and process of the following: appeal, if any.
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Advisor: The organization must have an advisor who is an MSU employee. The advisor's duties include attending meetings of the organization; ensuring compliance with procedural regulations of the University; approving expenditures of organizational funds in accordance with University procedures; and advising the organization of University regulations. He or she is required to chaperone the organization’s activities and/or events on campus. The advisor’s approval will be required for this organization to utilize university vehicles or facilities, request purchase orders, disburse funds from university accounts, and other such business that may be required by the university. Financial procedures: Student organizations must maintain all funds with the Office of Accounting and Budgetary Control. All student organizations must have a designated officer and faculty advisor sign each check request and travel voucher. Financial records of the organization must be maintained for seven years. Constitutional amendments: Outline a procedure for amending the constitution.
18 1. The organization must submit a written plan of action to Privileges of registered student organizations the Office of Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Registered student organizations are entitled to use of University Development which outlines how they will attempt to raise facilities, schedule activities, and solicit members and funds on the cumulative GPA of the organization. The Office of campus. They may use vehicles by following appropriate Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Development has procedures. They may apply for funds through the Student resources available to help with developing an action plan. Government Association via the process SGA outlines. They 2. The organization will be placed on probation and will not can be granted access to server space to host Web sites. be allowed to participate in intramural events, mixers, Completing the student organization registration process does parties, etc. not imply University endorsement or approval of the opinions, 3. The organization will have one semester to obtain good philosophy, or objectives of the organization. academic standing.
Retaining registered status After two consecutive semesters of not being in good academic Campus organizations, to be considered continuing organizations, standing, an organization will be required to appear before a must re-register annually with the Office of Student Activities panel of faculty, staff and students to determine an appropriate Inclusion & Leadership Development within the first four weeks of course of action to address the academic concerns of the each academic year, or within 10 days of an election, to maintain organization. Such action could include the organization no registered status. In addition, organizations must maintain a good longer being recognized by the University. standing with the University. To re-register, the organization must: Scheduling events Student organizations must schedule all their sponsored on- campus activities • Submit a complete officer update card through the Office of Conference & Event Services (OCES) located in Allie • Submit a Club Account Update Form Young 11 (783-2810). Advance scheduling of facilities is required. All • Submit a complete membership update roster scheduling is booked through the RENDEZVOUS Scheduling System. Each person that is responsible for booking space on MSU’s • Send at least one student listed on the officer update card to a campus must attend a training session before they have access to the system. Getting Organized meeting sponsored by Student Activities each All scheduling of student organizations cease the week of finals each fall. semester. Closing time for events must coincide with that of the buildings where they take place. Of course, the events may end before the building Loss of registered status closing; but the latest ending time permitted is at 11:00 p.m. Sunday through If an organization fails to re-register and/or complete any one of Thursday and 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday. At least one administrative staff or the above requirements, they may lose their registration and faculty member must be present at all student-sponsored activities. To any of the privileges of a registered student organization. schedule a facility for a student organization-you will access the RENDEZVOUS Scheduling System by logging into your mymoreheadstate; If a student organization fails to abide by MSU policy or violates click on Productivity at the top of the menu; scroll down to see local, state or federal law, the Office of Student Activities RENDEZVOUS on the right side of the page; enter your credentials you Inclusion & Leadership Development may revoke their registered received at your training session. If food is to be served, specific status for a period of time determined by the office. Appeals can arrangements must be made with Classic Fare Catering after receiving an be made to the Office of Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership approved facility confirmation. Arrangements for special equipment set ups, Development and numbers of attendees should be noted in your request through RENDEZVOUS one week before your event. Advertisements may be Faculty/staff advisor posted only on general use bulletin boards on campus and through the table tent program. All advertisements must bear the name of the sponsoring All student organizations must have an advisor who is a faculty organization. or staff member who is selected by members of the organization. Written requests for exceptions must be submitted to the Office Finances of Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Development. Student organizations must maintain all funds with the Office of Members may also choose additional advisors, including advisors Accounting and Budgetary Control. Written requests for who are not affiliated with the University. The advisor's duties exceptions must be submitted to the Office of Student Activities include attending meetings of the organization; ensuring Inclusion & Leadership Development. The exemption is based compliance with procedural regulations of the University; upon the nature of funding sources and the financial reporting approving expenditures of organizational funds in accordance requirements imposed by the organization's governing body. The with University procedures; and advising the organization of exemption may be granted by the Office of Student Activities University regulations. Inclusion & Leadership Development after s/he consulting with the Director of Accounting and Budgetary Control. All student Maintaining Good Academic Standing organizations must have a designated officer and faculty advisor In order to be a registered student group, an organization must sign each check request and travel voucher. Organizations must maintain a good academic standing. In order to be in good plan in advance with regard to check requests and travel academic standing with the University, the cumulative GPA for a vouchers. Check requests and travel vouchers that are submitted recognized organization must be 2.30 or higher. It is essential to the Office of Accounting and Budgetary Control by 11 a.m. that student organizations maintain accurate records and ensure on Friday will have checks processed by the following Tuesday. that the Office of Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Check requests and travel vouchers submitted by 4 p.m. on Development has an accurate roster at all times to allow for the Tuesday will be processed by the following Friday. Individuals computation of cumulative GPAs with accuracy. may contact the Office of Accounting and Budgetary Control Organizations that obtain a GPA which is higher than the (783-2019) to inquire if a check and/or travel voucher is average GPA for all students will be recognized by the Office of available. In addition to maintaining all funds with the Office of Student Activities. Accounting and If an organization does not meet this criterion, the following conditions will be implemented:
19 Male students that establish an MSU GPA (excluding hours Budgetary Control, all student organizations must follow the completed while a high school student) must have a minimum University's procedures for collection and control of cash cumulative GPA of 2.50 in order to join/associate or be receipts. initiated. Female students that establish an MSU GPA (excluding hours completed while a high school student) must have a Alcohol/Drugs minimum cumulative GPA of 2.50 in order to join/associate or No student organization that is recognized by Morehead State be initiated. Transfer students from other institutions, with no University shall use organization funds to purchase alcoholic MSU cumulative GPA or academic index on file, would be beverages, nor may anyone in the name of or on behalf of the allowed to join/associate or be initiated based on their previous organization coordinate the collection of any funds for such a cumulative GPA from their last attended institution. This purchase. This includes the purchase of kegs, party balls, and cumulative GPA must be 2.50 or above for males and 2.50 or other bulk quantities of alcoholic beverages. In addition, no above for females. Chapters wishing to "hold over" new alcohol may be served from common source containers (kegs, members/associates for academic reasons may do so for only party balls, or other bulk containers) at any organization event or one semester, provided that the new member/ associate made a event that an observer would associate with the organization. No minimum 2.00 during their first semester. Students who leave student organization may co-sponsor an event with an alcohol school while on new member/ associate status may return in distributor, charitable organization, or tavern (tavern defined as "holdover" status with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 or an establishment generating more than half of annual gross sales above for one subsequent semester provided their absence is no from alcohol) where alcohol is given away, sold, or otherwise longer than one semester and they have not attended another provided to those present. No organization may co-sponsor or university. Chapters who wish to initiate early must do so at least co-finance a function where alcohol is purchased by any of the seven days prior to the beginning of finals week or must wait to host organizations or other groups or organizations. Open hold pre-initiation activities and/or initiation after the last day of parties, meaning those with unrestricted access by non-members final examinations. of the organization, without proper registration for the event, where alcohol is present, shall be prohibited. The possession, Student communications sale, and/or use of any illegal drugs or controlled substances at Students interested in mass communication should investigate a any sponsored event or event that an observer would associate number of opportunities on campus. Positions are filled on a with the organization, is strictly prohibited. Student semester or yearly basis on the staffs of the student newspaper, organizations which violate this policy may have their yearbook, literary magazine, radio station, and student news recognition as a student organization by MSU revoked. facility.
Hazing Board of Student Media Student organizations must protect the welfare of their The Board of Student Media is the governing body of student members, guests, and the University and should take every media financed partly or entirely by the University for measure to protect against University, individual, or consumption by students and others. The Board of Student organizational liability. Organizations and/or their Media operates under a charter issued by the Board of Regents representatives are subject to University disciplinary action, of the University and serves as the legal publisher/operator of including loss of registration privileges, for violation of the law The Trail Blazer, which is the student newspaper, and or University policy. Positive development of members is the NewsCenter, a television news facility. Student media main purpose of a student organization, fraternity, or sorority. publications and programs are produced by students with These groups are responsible for morally and ethically sound assistance from faculty advisors and under board supervision. principles and practices and must not indulge in unproductive, The Trail Blazer is published weekly by a student staff under the ridiculous, or hazardous initiation customs. All organizations and guidance of a faculty advisor. It has won numerous awards for members are expected to comply with the following policy on journalistic excellence. All students at the University are hazing: Hazing by a student or a group of students is prohibited, welcome to apply for staff positions in news and editorial either on or off campus. Morehead State University uses the writing, sports writing, editing, photography, and advertising following definition for hazing: “any action taken or situation sales and design. NewsCenter is a student-operated news facility created, whether intentionally or unintentionally or on or off whose staff members write, produce, and host one or more 30- campus, which produces/could produce mental or physical minute live news programs each week. Positions are available for discomfort, embarrassment, or ridicule. Such activities and reporters, videographers, producers, and sports and news situations include paddling in any form; creation of excessive anchors. Individuals who have shown a strong sense of fatigue; physical and psychological shocks; road trips; wearing, responsibility in academic and extracurricular activities are chosen publicly, apparel which is conspicuous and not normally in good by the Board of Student Media to serve on the editorial staffs taste; engaging in public stunts or disorderly conduct; morally of these print and broadcast media operations. Whenever degrading or humiliating games and activities; late work sessions practical, student editors are rotated or replaced yearly to allow which interfere with scholastic activities; and any other activities for the widest possible student experience. Positions on The which are not consistent with federal, state, and local law, Trail Blazer and NewsCenter staff are open to all students at the organizational rituals or policies, and/or the regulations and University. Students may apply to earn academic credit for policies of MSU. participating in these co-curricular experiences.
Fraternity and sorority academic policies Inscape: The following guidelines have been established based upon Inscape is a student literary magazine that provides an feedback from students and expectations outlined by national opportunity for students to learn about editing and publishing organization offices. First-semester students with no established such a magazine by working as staff members. Students are also MSU GPA (particularly freshmen): In order to join/associate or encouraged to submit their black-and-white art, poetry, fiction, to be initiated into a fraternity or sorority at MSU, a first- semester student must have been unconditionally admitted to the University and have an academic index of 475 or higher.
20 Use of the Heritage Room - All requests related to scheduling the and creative non-fiction for consideration. Inscape is issued once Heritage Room must be coordinated through the Office of the a year under the sponsorship of the Department of English, President. Foreign Languages, and Philosophy and the Department of Art. Uses of the President’s Home - Activities in the President’s A Fine Arts Showcase is held in the fall and spring where selected Home are hosted by the First Family. No event may be scheduled art is featured and writers read their accepted work. in the President’s Home without the personal approval of the Contact the Department of English, Foreign Languages, and President. Invitations - No one is authorized to invite any of the Philosophy (783-2185) or the Department of Art (783-2766) for aforementioned officials or dignitaries to an event sponsored or more details. hosted by the University without the approval of the Office of the President. Specific invitation samples can be found within UAR Morehead State Public Radio: 702.01 The Morehead State Public Radio network includes FM transmitters in Rowan, Lee, and Martin counties. It is based in a Chalking digital broadcast center at Breckinridge Hall. Network members Students may use chalk (this does not include chalk paint) only are WMKY, Morehead, 90.3 FM; WOCS Radio, Booneville, 88.3 when announcing events. Chalk may be used on horizontal FM; and translator W202BH, Inez, 88.3 FM. Network stations surfaces which can be hit by rain. Individuals and/or groups may reach most of East Kentucky, as well as parts of Ohio and West be assessed restitution charges for damages caused to University Virginia. Morehead State Public Radio offers a Monday through property. Friday program lineup emphasizing classical and Americana music. In addition, the network features in-depth news from Campus Elections National Public Radio during Morning Edition and All Things Political activities involving student elections on campus are Considered. News, weather, and sports from the region are also governed by their respective organizations: i.e., Student featured in these programs. Weekends are highlighted by musical Government Association; Interfraternity, Panhellenic, and Pan- variety including bluegrass, blues, and jazz. Students from all Hellenic Councils, etc. Specific election codes can be obtained academic areas are welcome to work as volunteers, interns, or from appropriate student organizations. workstudies. Positions are available in all of Morehead State Public Radio's departments, including news, production, development, and marketing. There are also opportunities for Local, State and National Elections students as board operators or clerical assistants. Network A federal law has been enacted that requires colleges and stations are affiliates of National Public Radio (NPR) and Public universities to distribute voter registration forms. These forms Radio International (PRI) and broadcast 24 hours a day, seven are available on campus throughout the year in the (107 ESC). days a week. Call 783-2001 to schedule a tour of the network You may also request a voter registration form directly from facilities at 132 Breckinridge Hall. More information is available the State Board of Elections through their Web site at: at www.wmky.org. www.state.ky.us/agencies/sbe/sbehome.htm.
University Organizations In addition to student organizations, there are University organizations which offer membership to students, faculty, and staff for the benefit of the University community. Officer positions may be held by faculty or staff members. Such organizations are usually honor societies but may also include departmental and other types of social clubs.
Protocol for Scheduling Campus Officials During the course of the academic year members of the MSU community will sponsor special events and activities to which they would like to invite the President, members of the President’s Cabinet, or other prominent members of the University, state, or local communities. In an effort to assist with the planning of these events, faculty, staff, and students are asked to refer to UAR 702.01 for established guidelines. It is essential that individuals review this policy prior to requesting the presence of prominent University officials or sending invitations which make reference to event participants. In addition to reviewing the details within UAR 702.01, individuals can use the following points of contact for further information when inviting a prominent member of the community to events and activities: President - Requests for the President’s participation should be routed to the Office of the President through the appropriate dean or vice president’s office. Board of Regents Members - All communication with members of the Board of Regents must be coordinated through the Office of the President. Appointed and/or Elected Officials – All inquiries related to extending invitations to dignitaries must be coordinated through the Office of the President.
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Solicitation and Activities Not Sponsored by MSU
Noncommercial solicitation and unsanctioned activities. MSU reserves the right to regulate the time, place and manner of activities such as meetings, rallies, parades, conferences, speeches, distribution of written materials, and information booths. The Office of Student Activities Inclusion & Leadership Development (SAIL 783-2071) must be notified of activities prior to scheduling. Upon confirmation from SAIL, activities may be scheduled by contacting the Office of Conference and Event Services (783-2810).
Commercial solicitation is prohibited on University-owned or controlled property unless the vendor has obtained a University Sales and Solicitation Permit. Vendors approved to sell or solicit on the campus may rent facilities through the conference services manager. Student organizations and other University groups are permitted to conduct fundraisers and other philanthropic activities. Information related to solicitation in campus housing facilities can be found in Appendix J of the Eagle Student Handbook. Under MSU's Policy for External Vendors Conducting Sales on Campus (UAR 322.1), the University will not issue permits to solicit the sale or distribution of goods or services that fall into the following categories: 1. Any goods or services like or similar to any that are offered for sale by a unit or contractor of Morehead State University, including but not limited to: a. Books, cloth goods, posters, photographs, supplies, or other articles offered for sale at the University Bookstore. b. Cards or other access to local or long distance telephone services. c. Food products regardless of form (i.e., ready to eat, take out or catered meal). 2. Credit cards. 3. Any product, good, or service, the sale or distribution of which is prohibited or restricted by law. 4. Any other product, good or service, the sale or distribution of which is deemed not to be in the best interest of Morehead State University.
Student organizations are not permitted to contract with credit card companies for the purpose of fundraising. Posters and flyers promoting establishments that sell alcoholic beverages or relating to alcohol are prohibited on campus. Posters promoting alcohol awareness and responsible decision making are permitted.
22 Finding your Way
The college experience will be a very intense period filled with The Textbook Department works hard to save you money on your good times, growing pains, and unexpected pleasures. In these books. The UB offers used, new books and when obtainable, digital years students will become acquainted with themselves and make and rental options too. We are the only location for faculty course fresh associations in a new community. MSU is in reality a small packets and custom published titles. Save time by ordering your city, with facilities and services for students' day-to-day needs: textbooks from our website (www.bookstore.moreheadstate.edu) and places to eat, sleep, study, play, and services they can call upon for save on shipping by simply choosing our special shipping or pick up in special help and agencies to keep things running smoothly. The store options. hours of operation are posted on each facility. In accordance with state regulations and University policies, the use Our knowledgeable staff can assist you with any shipping you may of tobacco in any University facility (including residence halls need. We are the designated UPS daily pick up point on campus. and apartment buildings) is prohibited. Store hours vary, depending on the season of the school year. Please Academic Services check our store hours on our website or social media for current The Center for Student Academic Success (STAS) in 321 Allie open/close times. Young Hall provides academic advising to prospective and current MSU students and alumni. Advisors assist with class scheduling and Breathitt Sports Center academic planning for all students. The offices are open 8 a.m. to Many activities take place at the Breathitt Sports Center. 4:30 p.m. each weekday for walk-in appointments; however, advance Individuals can see exciting football and soccer games at the scheduling of appointments is recommended due to the large 10,000-seat Jayne Stadium. Also in this center are fields for number of students using the office. Call 783-2084 for advance baseball and softball, as well as tennis courts. scheduling of appointments. Career Services The Office of Career Services (428 University Blvd.) provides a full Academic-Athletic Center range of career-related services to MSU students and alumni. Services At the spacious Academic-Athletic Center, home court for the available include: career inventories, career counseling, career MSU Eagle basketball teams, loyal fans can gather and cheer for development workshops, job search assistance, letter and resume victory. The Ellis T. Johnson Arena can also be converted into a evaluation, Suit Bank for professional attire, mock interviews, on- volleyball court. This facility also has a hydraulic stage at one end campus interviews with employers, career fairs and networking events. which is used for concerts, formal commencements, Students looking for student employment, part-time jobs, summer convocations, and other special events students will want to jobs, internships, and full-time employment after graduation can find attend. position postings though our on-line Eagle CareerNet. The office is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. each weekday. Scheduling an Adron Doran University Center appointment is recommended. Email: Currently under renovation. [email protected] or call (606) 783-2233 to schedule an appointment. Information is available at: Allie Young Hall www.moreheadstate.edu/career Allie Young Hall houses a number of important student services: Counseling and Health Services, Academic Advising and Retention, Check Cashing College Readiness, Eagle Success Program, Eagle Diversity The Office of Accounting & Financial Services offers check cashing Education Center (EDEC), First Year Programs, Student Support services Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Services, Center for Student Academic Success, Conference Services, cashier's area located in 207 Howell-McDowell. Students may cash Eagle Card, Document Services, and Post Office. personal checks for $50 or less provided that there are no credit issues with their account. No two-party checks may be cashed and there is a $40 fee for any checks returned. University Bookstore Owned and operated by MSU since 1949, the University Bookstore Conference Services is located on the ground floor of ADUC. As a self-sustaining, The Office of Conference and Event Services schedules facilities for University-owned, auxiliary operation, our store management team banquets, meetings, and other activities. The office is located in 011 is directly responsible to our University administration, ensuring Allie Young Hall. compliance with the University's mission and continuation of specialized services for students, faculty and staff.
The University Bookstore has the largest selection of officially licensed MSU clothing, gifts and souvenirs under one roof that anyone else – worldwide! We also carry the official MSU nursing scrubs, approved supplies and medical reference. The UB has you covered from application to graduation.
23 wraps, and a fresh produce market, as well as hot breakfast in the Counseling Center morning. A great place to hang out! Wing Span is also located in When the going gets too tough to handle, students don't have to Alumni Tower. The POD Convenience Store offers products like handle it alone. With a little help individuals can work out grocery items, snacks, soda products, and laundry supplies. personal, social, or career-related problems. Counselors are available at the Counseling Center, located in 112 Allie Young Third Street Eats: Hall (783- 2123). There is no charge for individual or group Third Street Eats offers a wide variety from Chic Fil A, Jump Asian, counseling, only something to gain by trying to work out Starbucks, Poas, Croutons, Fired Up Grill and Home Line along with problems and get on the right track again. Also, there is no need a rotating exhibition station at Crave. to worry about privacy. All communications and records are held in strict confidence. The Counseling Center is open Monday Java City: through Friday from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. For more information, In the Camden-Carroll Library there is the Camden Carroll Café that please visit the MSU Web page at www.moreheadstate.edu/ucc. will offer JAVA City coffee, drinks, snacks, grab and go items for quick pick up and a made to order sandwich area with daily features Personal/social adjustment counseling: along with pastries. Personal/social adjustment counseling helps overcome periods of stress, trauma, confusion, etc., that may occur as students Meal Plans: adjust to college life when indecision and many changes are Meal plan information is available on-line at www.msudining.com. taking place. Selections and/or changes should be made before payment or deferment of fees to ensure that billing statements and meal plans are Marital/relationship counseling: accurate. An added feature of all meal plans is a. Meals may be used by the cardholder only. Meal plans begin on the first day the residence Marital and other interpersonal relationships can be readily halls open and end on the last day of final exams each semester. Flex affected by the many stresses that are often encountered during a Dollars can be used whenever a dining location is open. Additional student’s academic career. The counseling center staff have information can be obtained by calling the EagleCard Office at 783- specific training in the areas of relationship counseling and offer 2701 or Dining Services at 783-2012. training in methods of marital/relationship enrichment and enhancement for distressed and non-distressed couples. Document Center Substance abuse counseling: For photocopying needs, there are multiple self-service copiers Services that assist individuals with alcohol and/or other drug located on campus. These machines are located in Camden- abuse related problems are available through a specially trained Carroll Library and Breckinridge. These machines offer substance abuse counselor. Assessment, counseling and referrals BeakerBUCKs access. The Document Center, located in Allie are available to clients. As with all services of the counseling Young Hall, can provide quick copying at reasonable rates. center, these services are free and confidential. Typesetting is not available, but individuals can prepare originals for copying. Color copies and printing of digital files are also available, MSU4U (www.moreheadstate.edu/msu4u/) is a mental health as well as miscellaneous bindery services. Copying and printing is resource for all Morehead State students. MSU4U offers 24/7 also provided for campus organizations. Please call 783-2032 or access to resources such as online mental health screenings for visit the Document Center at 14 Allie Young Hall for copying and depression and anxiety, skill-building tools to help you manage printing needs. stress and academic life and opportunities to learn about the latest MSU4U campus events. Eagle Card – “More than just an ID!” The EagleCard (ID) is the property of Morehead State University MSU4U connects you to others through Facebook (MSU). It is your official MSU photo identification card and all (www.facebook.com/MSUHealthServices/) and Twitter members of the campus community are authorized and required (twitter.com/MSU_Clinic). Whether you need information about a to carry one. The EagleCard will include your name, photo, MSU community organization or the latest student mental health news, ID #, and your status with the University. New MSU students this service provides direction so you can do something to help will receive a personal EagleCard during SOAR or during the fall yourself or help a friend. and spring New Student Days. New or replacement ID’s may be obtained by visiting the EagleCard Office located in Allie Young, When help is needed crisis services are also available for students room 31. experiencing an emotional crisis or suicidal thoughts by calling 1-800-273-TALK (8255) you’ll be connected to a skilled, trained Your Eagle Card is more than just your ID. There are many counselor at a crisis center in your area, anytime 24/7. functions associated with the EagleCard that include online account access using EagleCard ONLINE via the mymoreheadstate portal where a student can have access to meal plan and Beaker Bucks account information, balances, six month histories, plus a lot more. The All-In-One debit account, “Beaker Bucks ”, will be accepted wherever you see the EagleCard Fly BUY logo. Fly BUY locations will utilize the EagleCard’s Tap- MSU Dining Services n-Go contactless technology and include food services, vending, MSU Dining Services takes pride in serving delicious meals in a copies, prints, the Document Center and the University Bookstore. clean, student-friendly environment. The following is a list of all Other locations, both on & off campus accept BeakerBucks. Please dining options offering a selection of menu items to visit the EagleCard webpage for more details. The EagleCard is also accommodate the individual taste for each student. used as your official University Library card, for door access to your residence hall and multiple on-campus activities. It can even Alumni Tower: be set up as your pin protected ATM/Debit card through U.S. Alumni Tower’s Beaker’s offers an all-you-care-to-eat restaurant Bank. One card is all you need Your f i r s t Eagle Card i s f r e e . with a variety of options such as roasted, carved-to-order meats; Due to the expense of producing these contactless cards, a $20 fee fresh vegetables; and pizza. Students will also find vegetarian dishes, will be charged for replacing a lost or stolen card. There will be a
24 $10 fee for damaged cards as long as the damaged card is presented when the fee is paid. To avoid these fees, treat your Graduates: ID with extreme care and always keep it in a secure location just Graduate students will be considered to be making as you would a major credit card. If you lose your ID, contact satisfactory academic progress for financial aid purposes the EagleCard Office immediately or go to Eagle Card ONLINE as long as all of the following requirements are met: to set up your secure login account and deactivate your ID as soon as possible. You will also be required to contact U.S. Bank 1. A student must successfully complete a minimum of 67% of the cumulative credit hours attempted. Successful if your ID has been set up as your ATM card. By following completion for the purpose is defined as receiving a grade these recommended procedures you will keep anyone who finds of "C" or better. your ID from trying to gain access to personal accounts. Your 2. A student must maintain a minimum 3.0 cumulative grade EagleCard is non-transferable and only you may use your card. If point average. you knowingly let someone else use it, both of you are subject to 3. A student has attempted no more than 150% of the hours disciplinary action. required for their current graduate program.
Policies and procedures: For more information please visit our web page at The specific policies and procedures to be used in www.moreheadstate.edu/eaglecard applying the satisfactory progress standards are outlined
below: Eagle Lake 1. Satisfactory progress will be evaluated at the end of each Eagle Lake is located just above the Recreation & Wellness Center. Spring Semester. Here students may fish (with a valid fishing license), picnic, hike to 2. Hours attempted for purposes of this policy will be defined their heart’s content, sunbathe, or just relax in a quiet “back-to- as those for which a student receives a grade of A, B, C, nature” atmosphere during daylight hours. Swimming and D, E, F, I, IP, K, R, U, N, W, WP, or WF. motorized boating are not permitted. Students may rent a kayak or 3. For undergraduate students, grades of E, F, I, IP, R, U, N, W, canoe from the Outdoor Adventure rental center located in the WP, and WF will not qualify as successful completion of Recreation & Wellness Center. The Eagle Lake area is closed to the hours attempted. For graduate students, grades of D, E, F, I, IP, R, U, N, W, WP, and WF will not qualify as successful public between the hours of sundown to sunrise daily. completion of hours attempted. 4. Cumulative SAP GPA will be calculated based on the Emergency Loans attempted and completed policies above. • Emergency Loan Fund: Small, short-term, no-interest 5. Non-credit remedial courses, courses taken for audit, and loans. Please apply through the Enrollment Services courses in which grades of K or P are received are not figured in the calculation of a student’s grade point average. Office (Enrollment Services Center) 6. If otherwise eligible, students will be given financial aid • Eagle Emergency Loan Fund: Provides small based loans. during a term in which they may be repeating a course. Please apply through the Office of Development (Palmer 7. A student who fails to maintain satisfactory progress as Development House) defined will not be permitted to receive federal, state, or • SHARE Fund: Student Hardship Assistance Resource institutional financial aid. Emergency. Please apply through the Office of Student Procedures for appeal for students who fail to maintain Success (109 Enrollment Services Center). satisfactory progress standards: Students who fail to meet satisfactory progress standards as Financial Aid defined may appeal the ruling to the Office of Financial Aid Approximately 95 percent of MSU students receive financial aid if they believe extenuating circumstances led to their failure to help with college expenses. The University offers a broad to maintain satisfactory progress. Those desiring to appeal program of financial aid which includes grants; loans; work-study must do so in writing on the Satisfactory Progress Appeals jobs; tuition waivers; and scholarships from federal, state, form and must attach supporting documentation. The institutional, and private sources. To apply, use the Free appeals form may be obtained in the Office of Financial Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This form is Aid or online at moreheadstate.edu/sap. Students will be available on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. Contact the Office of notified in writing of the action taken on their appeal. Financial Aid (783-2011) about a financial aid package which combines various types of aid. Students can also investigate Reinstatement of financial eligibility: outside sources of aid. Should a student's financial aid eligibility be terminated for failure to maintain satisfactory progress as defined, the Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) for Financial Aid: eligibility for financial aid will not be reinstated until the At Morehead State University, in order to continue to receive student enrolls for a subsequent academic term (fall, spring, financial aid, a student must demonstrate satisfactory academic or summer term) at his or her own expense and completes progress by completing a minimum number of the total hours the term satisfying the satisfactory progress definition. attempted, and also by maintaining a minimum grade point Financial aid eligibility will be reinstated immediately for all average. MSU's satisfactory academic progress policy is as students whose appeals are upheld. follows: Scholarships and Awards Renewal: Undergraduates Scholarships and awards may and often do require higher Undergraduate students will be considered to be making standards for renewal. Please consult your award satisfactory academic progress for financial aid purposes as long information and the university's renewal guidelines as the following requirements are met: regarding your particular scholarship award. 1. A student must successfully complete a minimum of 67% of the cumulative credit hours attempted. Successful completion for this purpose is defined as receiving a grade of "D" or better. 2. Students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 or higher by the end of the second year (4 semesters) and each evaluation period thereafter. 3. A student has attempted no more than 150% of the hours required for their current academic program.
25 7. follow USCIS procedures for transferring from one school to another; 8. limit on-campus employment to 20 hours per week, while school is in session; Eagle Trace Golf Course 9. obtain authorization for all off-campus employment; 10. report a change of name, address, or telephone number to the international Eagle Trace is MSU’s semi-private, 18-hole Golf Course, student services director or specialist; located approximately 10 miles from campus off US 801 11. make normal progress towards completing the course of study. (telephone 783- 9073), and is open to students, faculty, staff, their families, and the community at nominal fees. The facility It is the student’s responsibility to review his/her 1-20/DS-2019, to is designed to challenge the skills of seasoned golfers while make sure that the major listed on the document is the correct one, for providing recreational opportunities for golfers of all skill which the student intends to be enrolled in at MSU, or report any levels. More information about Eagle Trace Golf Course can discrepancies to the International Student Services Director, prior to be found at www.moreheadstate.edu/eagletrace. the beginning of his/her program of study.
A student who plans to graduate before the end date specified on Howell-McDowell Administration Building his/her I-20 document must inform the Office of International The Administration Building is where students head if they need Student Services to ensure that information is updated in SEVIS. to cash a check or discuss billing accounts. If a student has a medical reason to be enrolled for less than a full
course load or if s/he is attending his/her last semester and Intercollegiate Athletics carrying less than a full load, s/he must see the international As a part of the University community students will be proud to student services director, prior to the beginning of the semester, for know that MSU has received national recognition for permission to be enrolled for less than a full load. If a student plans accomplishments of several of its intercollegiate athletic teams. to graduate and apply for optional practical training (OPT), s/he The University is a member in good standing with the National must request OPT within 60 days after the program end date. A Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), the Ohio Valley student must have maintained F1 status for one academic year to Conference, and the Pioneer Football League. The coaches and be eligible for OPT. No more than one on- line course or three athletes follow closely the NCAA’s regulations concerning credit hours per semester can be counted toward a full course load. recruitment, financial aid to athletes, and academic performance. If a student plans to visit another country while s/he is a student at As loyal MSU athletic fans, students must always remember that MSU, s/he must obtain a visitor's visa for that country or provide they represent the University whether on or off campus, and documentation that his/her country is exempt from the sportsmanlike conduct is always appropriate. For information nonimmigrant visa requirement. If a student plans to leave the related to schedules for sporting events, please consult the United States and return while an MSU student, s/he must have Athletics Web site at www.msueagles.com or call 783-2500. his/her I-20 endorsed by the international student services director before leaving in order to return to the US. The international International Student Services student services director is available in the Brumagen House, 422 The international student services director provides assistance University Blvd. and support during international student entry to MSU, coordination and documentation of compliance with Morehead State University requires regularly enrolled international immigration regulations, and cross-cultural programs for students and those dependent family members living with them in international education. this country to have health and accident insurance that includes a International s tud ents must c onsult t he in t e rnational student repatriation benefit. A medical benefits plan for international students serv ices d i r e c t or or specialist when: is offered through a contracted agent. International students must 1. applying to extend or change immigration status; meet the insurance requirements to complete their enrollment at 2. transferring to or from the University; MSU. The Office of Counseling and Health Services monitors 3. dropping classes below full-time enrollment; compliance to this program and assists international students with 4. leaving the University for any reason; questions relating to health insurance. It is our experience that most 5. accepting off-campus employment, engaging in summer health benefit policies students obtain in their home countries do not employment, or applying for extension of employment meet the minimum requirement of benefits required by the authorization; University. These requirements are $500,000 medical benefit (per 6. changing residence; accident/illness), $50,000 medical evacuation benefit, and a $25,000 7. seeking practical or curricular training; repatriation benefit in addition to the policy maximum. For the 8. applying for a Social Security number; University to consider a waiver of the insurance requirement, students 9. planning to leave and re-enter the United States while still a student; 10. seeking reinstatement to F1 status; must present an English translation of benefits with amounts 11. changing from one academic level to another; converted to American currency from the insurance company. 12. changing from one academic program to another; Premiums are paid on an annual basis. Please contact the Office of 13. seeking dependent status for spouse and/or children; Counseling and Health Services at 783-2024 for more information. 14. or planning to graduate. Intramurals Notice to International Students: The Intramural program, a component of the Recreation and Wellness Individuals have the responsibility to maintain legal F1 status. Center, provides growth opportunities and educational experiences Failure to maintain status for any reason must be reported to the which serve to enrich the life-long learning process within a diverse international student services director or specialist for assistance University community. Through participation in a quality intramural in filing for reinstatement. To maintain F1 status, students must: program, individuals have the opportunity to enhance skills related to 1. report to the Office of International Student Services at the beginning leadership, decision-making, problem-solving, conflict management, of each semester to be registered in SEVIS; 2. maintain a valid passport; communication, and social development. Members of the MSU 3. attend the school they are authorized to attend; community can get involved with the intramural program through 4. enroll in a full course load (undergraduate – 12 credit hours; graduate participation in planned intramural events, open recreation hours, and – 9 credit hours); student employment opportunities. A schedule of approximately 30 5. apply for extension of program 30 days before the expiration date on a current I- activities are offered throughout the academic year. For more 20; information about MSU Intramurals, please call 606-783-2083. 6. follow the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) procedures for changing from one program or educational level to another; 26 Laughlin Health Building to all undergraduate students who are 24 years of age or older In the Laughlin Health Building students will find the and/or commute, enrolling or enrolled in courses on campus or at University Police Department (MSUPD), Health, Physical off-campus centers. The coordinator serves as an advocate for these Education & Sport Science Department, classrooms, and students, providing orientation, counseling, and referral to campus recreational facilities and equipment. The Laughlin Health and community resources. The coordinator provides advising and Building houses a large multipurpose room, six-lane bowling outreach activities to support student concerns in their academic, center, mirrored dance studio, Aikido room (for supervised vocational, and social adjustment to University life. The coordinator martial arts and self-defense classes), and equipment checkout is the contact person for information about PINNACLE (the non- area. The intramural equipment room contains a variety of traditional honor organization), the Non- Traditional Eagle Society, recreational equipment available on a temporary loan basis, Project Graduate, and Veteran Outreach Program & Services. including basketballs, volleyballs, tennis, badminton, and racquetball equipment, table tennis supplies, horseshoes, Pool weightlifting belts, softball gloves, bats and balls, and much The competition-size pool is located in the Recreation and more. Equipment may be borrowed by presenting a valid Wellness Center and features swimming lanes, diving board, zip- EagleCard to the attendant. The recently renovated bowling line and a vortex. Please visit lanes are available to the University community for league, http://www.moreheadstate.edu/aquatics for more information recreational and group bowling. “House” bowling balls and about the MSU Pool. shoes are available for use by individuals without personal bowling equipment. A nominal fee will be charged for shoe Post Office rental and games bowled. The University Post Office is a contract station of the United States Postal Services and is located in Allie Young 004. The service Camden-Carroll Library window is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday The library provides many essentials for MSU students: an up- except for vacation periods. Special hours during vacation periods to-date collection for writing and research, hands-on assistance will be communicated accordingly. Individuals may purchase stamps, and instruction, and a comfortable place to study and socialize. money orders, and other postal products and services, as well as Many of the library’s books, periodicals, and indexes are available receive oversize or special classification mail from the University on-line and are accessible from outside the library through the Post Office. Mail is delivered daily to each residence hall directly library’s Web page. Well-trained staff members are available to from the downtown post office. help students navigate the complexities of university- level Parcel deliveries destined for residence halls from carriers such as library research any time the library is open. The library also FedEx, DHL, etc… are received at the UPO and delivery notices provides evening and weekend hours for students to work and are sent to students via email. To make sure that delivery services study using the library computers and wireless Internet access. are efficient and timely, students should furnish correspondents Camden-Carroll Library has a coffee shop, quiet study areas, with a complete MSU mailing address as soon as possible. photocopiers, and space for group study. Questions about mail delivery should be directed to the University Post Office at 783- 2816 or the Morehead City Post Office (for Please visit the library’s Web site, services that are not available at the UPO) at 784-5556. www.moreheadstate.edu/library, or stop by for more details and hours of operation. Available on-line and are accessible from outside the library through the library’s Web page. Well-trained Recreation and Wellness Center The campus Recreation & Wellness Center is a state of the art 24 staff members are available to help students navigate the million dollar facility that was 100% student funded. It merged the complexities of university- level library research any time the aquatics, fitness and wellness, and intramural departments. The 100,000 library is open. The library also provides evening and weekend square foot building houses 3 basketball courts, a competition size pool hours for students to work and study using the library with zip-line and vortex, fitness area complete with various types of computers and wireless Internet access. workout equipment, walking track, racquetball courts, and locker Camden-Carroll Library has a coffee shop, quiet study areas, rooms. For leisure time, our facility holds two 32' televisions in our photocopiers, and space for group study. lounge area, as well as nine more flat screen TVs throughout the recreation center to enjoy while you work out! Please visit the library’s Web site, www.moreheadstate.edu/library, or stop by for more details and Student Health Services hours of operation. A student can receive health assessments, tests and medications at Counseling and Health Services on the first floor of Allie Young Hall. Multicultural Student Services All students enrolled for credit are entitled to clinic services. The Office of Multicultural and Inclusion provides leadership Additional minimal fees may be assessed for certain lab tests and and support to the retention and development of students of services at the receipt of examination/treatment. Counseling and color. The office is located in ESC 107. The adjustment and Health Services is open 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. A retention of students of color is promoted by assisting student student will be asked to show a valid MSU ID and to have a Health leadership, participation in programs, and advising History Form on file. If the form was not received as part of the individuals/organizations on student life and personal admission process, individuals may complete the necessary information development goals. Through these efforts the office provides at the time of their first clinic visit. The Health History Form must be cultural enrichment and academic support for students of color signed by a parent or legal guardian of students who are under the age while increasing cross-cultural understanding for the total of 18. Medical practitioners will evaluate medical needs and make campus community. For more information, visit the Student referrals to the clinic providers or off-campus medical facilities as Activities, Inclusion, and Leadership Development Web page. necessary. Students may, of course, use a health care provider of their own choice and at their own expense whenever they wish. The clinic
provides routine medications and treatments prescribed there. They Non-traditional/Commuter Student Office also give allergy shots (for a minimal fee) when students provide the The coordinator for non-traditional/commuter students is serum and written orders from their family physicians (who should located in Enrollment Services (783-5226). Services are available always give the first shot in the series). Family planning services are
27 available to students in conjunction with the Rowan County Health Insurance: Department. If applicable, student insurance will be billed (please contact C&HS if any concerns). When necessary, specimens sent to It is important that students have insurance to meet their needs in the SCRMC may require payment for co-insurance and/or deductible. event of accident, injury or illness that requires treatment outside These services would be billed and payable SCRMC. Students can Counseling and Health Services. Students have the opportunity to call the clinic to make an appointment for this service. For more purchase an optional health insurance plan. The plan is arranged information, visit the Student Health Services website through the services of an insurance broker. Students may obtain www.moreheadstate.edu/chc. insurance information at the office of Counseling and Health Services or contact the insurance carrier directly at www.acsa.com or Life-threatening situations: www.studenthealthplans.org. Morehead State University requires regularly enrolled international students and those dependent family If students find themselves involved with life-threatening members living with them in this country to have health and accident conditions or serious injuries, they should go directly to the St. insurance that includes a repatriation benefit. A medical benefits plan Claire Regional Medical Center, a modern hospital complex only for international students is offered through a contracted agent. a few blocks from campus. For emergency transportation, call the International students must meet the insurance requirements to Morehead-Rowan County Ambulance Service at 911. Students complete their enrollment at MSU. The Office of Counseling and will assume the cost of ambulance service and treatment/services Health Services monitors compliance to this program and assists received outside Counseling and Health Services. international students with questions relating to health insurance. It is our experience that most health benefit policies students obtain in Tests: their home countries do not meet the minimum requirement of benefits required by the University. These requirements are $500,000 The following tests are available through the in-house clinic medical benefit (per accident/illness) $50,000 medical evacuation laboratory: strep test, cultures for gonorrhea, urinalysis, benefit, and a $25,000 repatriation benefit in addition to the policy hematocrit (anemia determination), pregnancy, mono spot, maximum. For the University to consider a waiver of the insurance VDRL (syphilis), Chlamydia, HIV (AIDS), and Mantoux (for requirement, students must present an English translation of benefits tuberculosis). Designated staff members provide pre- and post- with amounts converted to American currency from the insurance test counseling for students requesting HIV testing (refer to company. Premiums are paid on an annual basis. Please contact the Appendix D). The clinic also provides more in-depth lab testing Office of Counseling and Health Services at 783-2024 for more as well a complete primary care services including but not limited information. to simple vision tests; height and weight checks; otoscopic exams to determine outer and middle ear conditions; ophthalmic exams to determine condition of the eyes; and blood pressure, Travel Clinic Services: temperature, and respiration checks. Routine gynecological care, Counseling and Health Services now offers travel clinic services to such as vaginal examination to diagnose disease, is provided by all students, faculty, and staff. Services include initial consultation the medical practitioners. and pre-travel examination, vaccination review and administration (including Yellow Fever Vaccine), electronic prescribing of travel Equipment: medication, and post-travel examination and treatment if needed. To schedule an appointment visit the Student Health Services Students can check out crutches, slings and certain other health care website www.moreheadstate.edu/chc or call 606-783-2055. items from the clinic. The item will be assigned to the student until a specified date without charge. Late charges will be assessed for Dental Services equipment not returned when due and can continue until the total Office of Counseling and Health Services is taking care of your teeth is cost of the item, along with overdue charges, have been paid in full. an important part of your overall health and MSU students now have a Like other indebtedness to the University, these charges must be way to get convenient and affordable dental treatment. MSU Dental paid before a student can enroll the next term or get a transcript. Services now offers x- rays, cleanings, fillings and extractions. We are Much More Than A Smile at MSU! Dental insurance can be billed for Medical Excuses: services rendered, when applicable. To schedule an appointment or for questions, visit the Office of Counseling and Health Services in 112 Within the guidelines of the MSU UAR 131.02 Excused Absence Allie Young Hall or call 606-783-2217. Policy, the clinic will provide students with written confirmation of treatment on a specific day. Please note, it is a statement that the Office of University Assessment and Testing student was seen at the clinic on a specific date and it is not an The Office of University Assessment and Testing provides various excuse slip according to the guidelines of the policy. These tests to the University and its service region. It is located in room 501A statements will be branded with the Counseling & Health Services Ginger Hall. The Testing Center administers the ACT Residual, the embosser to prevent fraudulent documentation. It is the Miller’s Analogy Test and the Praxis Exam. They are also a testing site responsibility of a student to inform instructors of absence due to for National exams such as ACT, LSAC, GRE subject exams and the health reasons. The granting of an excused absence or any make- SAT. up work will be solely at the discretion of the professor. The Office of University Assessment and Testing also administers credit by examination tests, CLEP, and departmental proficiency examinations as well as initiates credit for Advance Placement. If you Health Education: have a particularly strong background in a subject, or if you have had your Advance Placement scores sent to Morehead State University, In addition to providing medical care, the Student Health Services contact the Testing Center for more information at 606-783-2526. staff provides a variety of health education programming, including mini health fairs, each year. Topic areas include birth control, University Police Department sexually transmitted diseases, diet and exercise, personal hygiene, The job of the University Police Department is to protect individuals, and men’s and women’s health issues. Program information is their property, and University facilities and equipment. Personnel are available from Counseling and Health Services, first floor, Allie on duty 24 hours a day. Call 783-2035 any time for assistance. For Young Hall, 783- 2055. emergencies dial 911. The University Police Department provides
28 several services which a student may need. Student cadets operate a courtesy shuttle from the parking lots to the residence halls. Hours Open Door Policy: of operation for the shuttle are 7pm-1am. Students can call 783- The University Police Department endorses an open door policy. TRIP (8747) for shuttle service. Individuals can help the University Students, faculty, staff, and the general public are welcome to visit and Police Department and the community by reporting information discuss items of concern between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. about crime and dangerous acts on campus. (Monday – Friday). Emergencies are handled 24 hours per day.
Police: Wetherby Gymnasium The University police force is composed of 16 sworn officers and Wetherby Gymnasium (adjacent to Laughlin Health Building) six police telecommunicators. All police officers are required to serves as the site for women’s intercollegiate volleyball, classes, and complete the 22-week Kentucky Police Academy provided by the special events. Department of Criminal Justice. Police telecommunicators, too, receive four weeks of initial training from the Department of Criminal Justice. For both, this and their annual in-service training are the same as for all Kentucky law enforcement agencies. The University police are primarily responsible for on-campus incidents and events; however, they have full police jurisdiction throughout Rowan County. Services provided include: criminal investigation, accident investigation, crime prevention, traffic control, special event security, building security, and public service awareness programs. Officers are on duty 24 hours per day. Contact 783-2035 for service. In case of emergency, dial 911.
Traffic: Campus traffic is controlled by the Traffic Office, 100 Laughlin Health Building. This office handles vehicle registration, tickets, and release of vehicles that have been towed. For additional information concerning motor vehicles, parking zones, parking permits, and regulations, see the Motor Vehicles Regulations brochure published annually by the Traffic Office, or call 783- 2220. To appeal a University parking violation, refer to Appendix Q. The Traffic Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Student Cadets: The University Police Department sponsors a student cadet program to assist in the safety and well-being of the resident campus community. Cadets are work-study students, both federal and institutional, who operate the courtesy shuttle and assist in the support of special events. They maintain constant radio contact with the police telecommunicators and officers. Student cadets provide a critical service to the campus community.
Motor Vehicle Registration: All vehicles operated on campus must be properly registered. Visitor and temporary parking permits are issued to those with a short-term need. Visitor permits may be obtained 24 hours per day.
Lost and Found If a student has misplaced or lost property, it may be at the University Police Department. This is the official lost and found depository for the campus.
Key Control: Requests for University keys may be submitted to the Office of Facilities Management. 606-783-2066.
Special Presentations: Students or their organizations may schedule a program concerning a wide variety of educational topics, including crime prevention, RAD (Rape Aggression Defense), and Surviving an Active Shooter Situation. Speakers may be scheduled by contacting the Chief of Police at 783-2035.
29 Student Conduct
Morehead State University is committed to providing students Scope of Authority with opportunities that focus upon creating an individualized The Student Conduct Code applies to the behavior of students learning environment. Morehead State University believes on University property or facilities owned, controlled, or being learning is most effective when it is self-initiated and self directed used by the University. Federal laws and the Kentucky Revised and when the responsibility for that learning rests with each Statutes apply to students whether on or off the campus. individual. It is also believed that such individualized action Violations of law will be subject to the penalties imposed by law promotes a higher degree of maturity and responsibility for all as well as the sanctions contained in this document. This members of the community. Morehead State University students document governs student conduct off campus when such are expected to treat others with civility, dignity, and respect behavior impairs University functioning, impacts another which recognizes the innate value of all human beings, reflects a member of the University community, has a negative impact commitment to obtaining an education, and meets the legal and upon the reputation of the University, and/or endangers the campus standards of conduct imposed by federal, state, and local University community. Misconduct may subject the violator to laws and University policies, rules, and regulations. Through the the provisions of law and the sanctions contained herein. accompanying rules and regulations, Morehead State University Students are subject to University policies, rules, and regulations establishes expectations for student conduct and provisions for published in official publications of the University including, but reviewing actions which are not in keeping with the educational not limited to, the Undergraduate Catalog, Graduate Catalog, and the nature of the University. These behavioral expectations and Eagle Student Handbook. administrative procedures are provided to assist students with self-learning and responsibility. The students, faculty, and staff Student rights and responsibilities constitute the University community that is Morehead State Students are guaranteed the rights of free speech and peaceful University. Any community should have common interests; but assembly, and nothing contained in this document is intended to in a University they are quite varied and, at times, conflicting. To limit these freedoms. These rights must be exercised in a facilitate mutual accommodation of interests, Morehead State peaceful, reasonable, and orderly manner and in approved areas University has affirmed guidelines for individual behavior. which will not violate the rights of any member of the University Membership within the community carries with it not only the community. implied adherence to these guidelines but also responsibility for supporting these guidelines when the behavior of peers is in variance with these expectations. Morehead State University The right to academic freedom and individual provides assurance of opportunity for its members to achieve integrity their educational objectives, and supports the maintenance of the Morehead State University maintains that the principles of intellectual and educational environment where freedom of academic freedom and free inquiry, freedom from discussion and expression of views are encouraged and discrimination, and freedom from abridgement of personal protected. The responsibility to secure and respect the general rights are fundamental to the conditions of higher education, conditions necessary for free inquiry and free expression is and no University rules shall interfere with the exercise of these essential to an educational community. In order to maintain the rights. Academic freedom requires all persons to respect the educational process, each member of the University community rights and dignity of others and to acknowledge another’s right must accept responsibility for personal actions and respect for to different opinions. Freedom of inquiry and expression and University regulations and the laws of the larger society. Because intellectual honesty are also principles of academic freedom. there is diversity of opinion regarding ethical and moral standards, each individual should strive to develop a personal The right to freedom of speech ethic or morality. While the University does not regard itself as Morehead State University ensures the right to free speech and the arbiter of morals, it does reserve the right to make members expression, and encourages timely and rational discussion of topics aware of the expectations of the larger society and the University whereby the ethical and intellectual development of students and community and to insist that individual behavior be changed to general welfare of the public may be promoted. In all circumstances conform to University guidelines. Redress of grievances must regarding free speech, the University reserves the right to regulate the entail adherence to and respect for federal, state, and local laws time, place and manner. Organizations/individuals wishing to reserve as well as University policies. Students who take exception to spaces on campus may contact the Office of Conference and Event laws and regulations are afforded channels of communication to Services (783-2810). express opinion and to work for constructive change. Individuals, regardless of intent or circumstance, must be prepared to accept the consequences of their action. Each individual is encouraged to accept the opportunity for free discussion within the framework of guaranteed rights.
30 Peremptory Suspension Downloading and File Sharing The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee may Technology plays a critical role within the University peremptorily suspend a student in cases of flagrant or repeated community. Faculty, staff, and students depend upon technology violation of the Student Conduct Code, University policies or on a daily basis for personal and professional purposes. As a procedures, and/or federal, state, or civil law, especially when result, downloading and sharing materials has become occurring under crisis or emergency circumstances. The student commonplace within our society. Although there are legitimate retains the right of a hearing as outlined below. Appeals must be reasons to download and/or share files, it is essential that filed in writing with the Assistant Vice President/Dean of members of the MSU community have a clear understanding of Students within five class days following the date of peremptory copyright requirements, regulations, guidelines, and laws before suspension. Under the terms of peremptory suspension a student downloading or sharing any information (even if done so may be asked to leave the campus immediately. through a purchased commercial product). Individuals involved with illegally downloading or sharing of materials, whether intentionally or unintentionally, could be held accountable Disciplinary Procedures through disciplinary and/or legal action. Student members of the University community may have charges brought against them by individual students, faculty, staff, academic departments, or administrative offices of the Observance of quiet hours University (i.e., Registrar, Library, Police Department, etc.). In keeping with the academic mission of the University and to Charges must be in writing and filed with the Assistant Vice maintain an environment that is conducive to learning, quiet President/Dean of Students. In cases where a department or hours are in effect 24 hours a day. At no time should the volume office is bringing a charge against a student, the unit head will of a stereo or other electronic sound amplification device disturb designate a representative who will file charges with the Assistant classroom instruction or the sleep or study of others in the Vice President/Dean of Students. residence halls. Moreover, sustained boisterous behavior in and around classroom buildings and residence halls, either by individuals or groups, is prohibited. Failure to observe such Student Conduct Code standards may result in facility access restrictions and/or denial The purpose of publishing this conduct code is to give students of University housing privileges. Exceptions to these standards general notice of expected and prohibited behavior. The code is may be granted with prior approval by the Assistant Vice not written with the specificity of a criminal statute, and President/Dean of Students for programs and activities similarities in vocabulary between criminal statues and the sponsored or coordinated by MSU. Student Conduct Code are unintentional. Students found responsible for committing the following misconduct are subject to disciplinary sanctions as outlined in the section of the Eagle Administrative action in disciplinary matters Student Handbook labeled “Sanctions”. Disciplinary action involving an individual or an identified student group may be administered by the Vice President for Student Success or the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. The student or student group retains the right of appeal as specified below. Disciplinary situations that are related to an identified group or part of a community may be directed to the following: Student Court Panhellenic Council Pan-Hellenic Council Interfraternity Council Decisions of the above groups are subject to review by the Vice President for Student Success, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, or the Student Disciplinary Committee. Additionally, the Student Disciplinary Committee serves as the appellate body for students wanting to appeal administrative actions or action of the above-mentioned groups when such actions do not involve suspension or dismissal.
31 SCC Number: 100 Title: Academic Misconduct – Dishonesty or Disruption Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: To ensure the highest levels of academic integrity are being upheld in support of the academic mission of the institution. Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Academic Misconduct: a. Dishonesty: Assisting or participating in cheating, plagiarism, violating copyright laws, and other forms of dishonesty in an academic setting. b. Disruption: Engaging in behavior that disrupts or obstructs the peaceful and orderly conduct associated with teaching, research, or other activities related to the academic mission of the university.
Procedural: Guidelines for dealing with acts of academic dishonesty
All students at Morehead State University are required to abide by accepted standards of academic honesty. Academic honesty includes doing one's own work, giving credit for the work of others, and using resources appropriately. If a faculty member suspects that a student is guilty of a breach of the standards and chooses to pursue disciplinary action through University channels, the faculty member should:
1. Hold a conference with the student to attempt to address the problem. 2. If the student is determined to be guilty of the charge, the faculty member should issue the sanction. The sanction may include failure of a particular assignment or exam, failure of a particular class, or other appropriate disciplinary action. 3. If a sanction is imposed on the student, then the faculty member is expected to: Report in writing to the department chair the details of the incident, results of the student/ faculty member conference, and the sanction issued. A copy of this report should be provided to the appropriate college dean and to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. (The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students is responsible for maintaining and safeguarding all University discipline records and ensuring confidentiality. A central record of all acts of academic dishonesty and plagiarism ensures that a student will be held accountable for subsequent violations.) 4. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students has on file for particular student(s) previous violations of the code, this information is to be sent to the faculty member and department chair. 5. If the faculty member and department chair determine that the severity of the academic dishonesty or the fact or nature of previous violations by the same student(s) warrants further disciplinary action, a request for further action should be made in writing to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will review the submitted material and hold an investigative hearing with the student(s) involved. At this time, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will determine if further disciplinary action is warranted. 6. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will report in writing any additional disciplinary actions taken to the college dean, the department chair, the Provost, the faculty member making the charges, and the student(s) being charged.
Nothing in this policy shall prevent or prohibit the student(s) charged from making an appeal of the disciplinary action administered.
32 Guidelines for dealing with academic disruptions in a faculty-student University function
In the event a student displays conduct in a faculty-student University function (class, laboratory, field experience, etc.) that is violent, threatening, abusive, or disruptive to faculty members and others, the faculty member is advised to:
1. Ask the student to leave the activity/classroom. If this fails, dismiss activity or class. If an altercation occurs, seek assistance from the University Police Department. Report the incident to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students.
2. Hold a conference with the student to attempt to resolve the problem. A neutral third party may be asked to attend the conference.
3. Report the incident in writing to the department chair with a summary of the student/faculty member conference.
4. Report in writing the details of the incident and conference to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students and the appropriate college dean. (The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students is responsible for maintaining and safeguarding all University discipline records and ensuring confidentiality.)
5. If the department chair and faculty member are in agreement that the incident requires further disciplinary action, a request should be made in writing to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, having reviewed the submitted material, will hold an investigative hearing with the student and determine if further disciplinary action is warranted.
6. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will report in writing any disciplinary action taken by the Division of Student Success to the appropriate dean, the department chair, the Provost, the faculty member making the charges, and the student charged.
33 SCC Number: 200 Title: Aiding and Abetting Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: To promote accountability and responsibility regarding the need to report violations of University policies. Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Aiding and Abetting Assisting with, having knowledge of without reporting, or inciting violations of the Student Conduct Code or other University policies and/or regulations.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken:
1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
34 SCC Number: 300 Title: Alcohol Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: To promote accountability and responsibility regarding alcohol. Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Alcohol Possessing or consuming alcoholic beverages in public or on University-owned or controlled property, or while participating in University related activities which include student teaching, internships, class trips, etc., or providing alcoholic beverages to others. Possession of alcohol related paraphernalia (i.e., kegs, beer bongs, empty containers, etc.). Exhibiting drunken behavior on University-owned or controlled property or while off-campus in a manner that can be defined as disorderly, disrespectful, or disruptive to the community, individual citizens, and/or the reputation of Morehead State University.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
35 SCC Number: 400 Title: Assault – Physical or Verbal Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: To promote accountability and responsibility in an effort to provide a safe campus environment for faculty, staff, students, and guests. Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Assault a. Physical: Causing, or threatening, physical injury to any other person. b. Verbal: Having a verbal altercation with another person which reasonably causes them to be fearful or intimidated.
No matter who is involved, this policy is applicable at all times on-campus. This policy is applicable off-campus when all parties involved are MSU faculty, staff, or students or when the actions of a student/group of students engages in behaviors that can be defined as disorderly, disrespectful, or disruptive to the community, individual citizens, and/or the reputation of Morehead State University.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students.
36 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student's presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
37 SCC Number: 500 Title: Civility Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: To promote an environment that is respectful of the rights of others. Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Civility Engaging in behavior that is contrary to University expectations that students treat others with dignity and respect. Examples include, but are not limited to, disrupting the reasonable activities of another person or group, failing to respect the rights of another person, or interfering with the lawful freedom of others to express their views.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
38 SCC Number: 600 Title: Computer Infraction – Fraud and Misconduct Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Computer Infractions a. Fraud:
Using a computer or related equipment to disseminate, transfer, enter, alter, or gather data by using another person’s or organization’s access code or computer equipment without their permission. Please refer to Appendix O for further information.
b. Misconduct:
Using University-owned or provided equipment or Internet access systems to transfer obscene, abusive, threatening, or other messages deemed to be inappropriate by the University. Using University-owned or provided equipment or Internet access systems to illegally download music, videos, programs, games, or other items. Using web cameras or other equipment to send images or view others without their knowledge and consent. Please refer to Appendix O for further information.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken:
1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction.
2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request.
39 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students.
4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student's presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
40 SCC Number: 700 Title: Copyright Infringement Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Copyright Infringement
There is potential for significant liability for an individual and the University if a student shares copyrighted materials without approval from the copyright owner. University technology resources are subject to University discretion and all federal, state, and local laws governing accessibility, appropriate and timely content, intellectual property, obscenity, nondiscrimination, defamation, and copyright, trademark, and licensing regulations. The University, acting in its role as an Internet Service Provider and in conformance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act, is required to respond immediately to notifications of violations of legal or contractual requirements.
Procedural:
The University has developed the following procedure for handling notifications involving students:
1. When the Office of Information Technology (OIT) receives a notification from a designated University official, OIT immediately disables access to the port in the room corresponding to the IP address and notifies the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or designee. The OIT then sends a response to a designated University official indicating that they have taken immediate action. 2. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or designee then contacts the individual(s) living in the room via mail informing the individual(s) of the seriousness of the actions and indicates that the student(s) must disable or remove the sharing software from his/her computer. 3. After the first occurrence, the port in the room where the violation occurred will be disabled three days. After the designated period of time, OIT will re-enable the port. A second occurrence will result in disabling the room port until the individual(s) involved pay(s) a $100.00 fee. A third occurrence will result in a meeting with the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or designee to determine an appropriate sanction. 4. Any repeat offenders may be subject to additional restrictions, fines, and disciplinary action by the University. 5. In addition to University sanctions, students may also be subject to criminal prosecution for violation of the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).
Students who have questions concerning the issues in this policy should contact the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students at 783-2014 or the Senior Director of Information Technology at 783-2068.
41 SCC Number: 800 Title: Discrimination Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Discrimination Discriminating against another person on a basis not reasonably related to the education or job function involved including, but not limited to, age, sex, sexual preference, disability, race, religion, national origin, or marital status.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
42 SCC Number: 900 Title: Disorderly Conduct Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Disorderly Conduct Exhibiting behavior that is considered to be disruptive, contemptuous or disrespectful of students, administrators, faculty, staff members, University guests, local authorities, or local community members. Interfering with or obstructing the duties of any University administrator, faculty, staff member or local authority. Engaging in disruptive behavior during a University disciplinary proceeding.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
43 SCC Number: 1000 Title: Drugs Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Drugs Using, possessing, transferring, or selling drug paraphernalia, narcotics, or other controlled and/or illegal substances on University-owned or controlled property or while participating in University related activities which include student teaching, internships, class trips, etc. Please refer to Appendix F for further information.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
44 SCC Number: 1100 Title: Failure to Comply Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Failure to Comply Failure to respond to the reasonable requests of University officials or law enforcement officers acting in performance of their duties, and/or failing to produce identification when requested to do so by these individuals. Failing to abide by sanctions imposed during a University disciplinary proceeding or authorized official.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
45 SCC Number: 1200 Title: Fire Safety Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Fire Safety a. Arson:
Willfully or maliciously burning of property, or attempting to burn property.
b. Evacuation:
Failure to exit a University-owned building upon activation of a fire alarm or direction from designed authorities or personnel.
c. Fire Equipment:
Tampering with, obstructing, or using fire equipment (i.e., fire extinguishers) in an inappropriate fashion.
d. Fireworks/Hazardous Material:
Using or possessing fireworks on University-owned or controlled property, improper storage of propane tanks, etc.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken:
1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction.
46 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request.
3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students.
4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
47 SCC Number: 1300 Title: Forgery Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Forgery Altering, creating, completing, executing, falsifying, or authenticating any school record document, instrument, or identification card with the intent to defraud or harm any individual.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
48 SCC Number: 1400 Title: Fraud Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Fraud Deceiving, tricking, or misrepresenting with the intent of defrauding or misleading another individual or the University. Examples include, but are not limited to, misuse of an ID card in dining facilities and/or library.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
49 SCC Number: 1500 Title: General Policies Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: General Policies Violating any rule, regulation, or policy established by the Board of Regents, the President of the University or an authorized representative, any college, division, department, office, or other authorized University employee within the scope of his/her authority. Such rules, regulations, and policies will be published, posted, or otherwise publicized in a fashion that allows students opportunities to have adequate knowledge of said information.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken:
1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction.
2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request.
3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students.
50 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student's presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
51 SCC Number: 1600 Title: Harassment Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Harassment a. Harassing another person based upon sex, race, religion, gender, national origin, age or disability.
b. Acts which include, but are not limited to threat, intimidation, coercion, assault, acts of violence, physical abuse, verbal abuse (e.g. written or graphic material, slurs, epithets, etc.), or conduct which threatens or endangers the health or safety of any person. Other acts of harassment include: (a) actions which cause one to reasonably believe they are endangered; (b) reporting an offense or incident knowing the offense or incident did not occur or knowing the information relating to the matter is false; (c) intentionally initiating or circulating a report of a bombing, fire or other emergency knowing that the report is false; (d) acting to prevent or interrupt the use of any building or other facility or the activities of the University.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request.
52 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student's presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
53 SCC Number: 1700 Title: Harm to Person Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Harm to Person Causing, or threatening to cause, physical harm or injury to another person and/or self. Taking or threatening any actions that create a danger to any person’s health, safety, or personal wellbeing (including self).
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
54 SCC Number: 1800 Title: Hazing Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Hazing Acting in a manner or creating a situation, whether physical, mental, emotional or psychological, which subjects another, voluntarily or involuntarily, to anything which may: (a) abuse, mistreat, degrade, humiliate, harm or intimidate, (b) endanger the mental or physical health or safety of another; or (c) induce or coerce another to endanger his or her mental or physical health or safety. (For more detailed information, see the University’s policy on hazing).
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
55 SCC Number: 1900 Title: ID /Access Card Misuse Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: ID Misuse Using, or allowing another person to use, a University ID card in an inappropriate manner. Examples include, but are not limited to, improper use in a dining facility, unauthorized use with a card access system, improper use in the library, etc.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
56 SCC Number: 2000 Title: Key Misuse Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Key Misuse Possessing or duplicating keys or door access cards to any University premises without proper authorization.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
57 SCC Number: 2100 Title: Lying Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Lying Intentionally providing false information to, or filing false charges against, another person or organization. Examples include, but are not limited to, written or oral communication given to student government association, residence hall association, disciplinary councils, University officials, faculty members, law enforcement officers.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
58 SCC Number: 2200 Title: Obstruction Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Obstruction Preventing the free movement of a person and/or vehicle, or restricting the access to or egress from a designated passageway.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
59 SCC Number: 2300 Title: Pets Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Pets Being in possession of an animal, other than those trained and required for service to people with disabilities, in a University- owned facility. Individuals requiring a service animal are referred to the Disabilities Services Coordinator for assistance. Having an animal that causes damage to University property or exhibits disruptive or disrespectful behavior on University owned or controlled property. Pets must be leashed, and their waste disposed of properly, at all times while on University owned or controlled property. Pets, other than service animals, are further restricted from outdoor events held on campus where food is served. Students living in on-campus housing may have fish (Please consult Appendix J for further information related to pets on campus).
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students.
60 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student's presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
61 SCC Number: 2400 Title: Possession of Stolen Property Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Possession of Stolen Property Receiving, retaining, storing, or disposing of movable property which belongs to another person knowing that it has been stolen, or having reason to believe that it has been stolen unless it is clear that the property is received, retained, or stored with the specific intent to restore it to the proper owner.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
62 SCC Number: 2500 Title: Property Damage Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Property Damage Causing or assisting with the misuse, vandalism, malicious or unwarranted damage or destruction, defacement, disfiguration, or unauthorized use of property belonging to the University or another person or organization. Examples include, but are not limited to, fire alarms, fire equipment, elevators, telephones, keys, library materials, statues, artwork, or vehicles.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
63 SCC Number: 2600 Title: Recreational Equipment Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Recreational Equipment Using bicycles, scooters, in-line skates, skateboards, hoverboards and other recreational equipment on any University-owned property in a manner that causes (or may cause) damage, hazardous conditions, or harm to self or others. Please refer to Appendix S for further information.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
64 SCC Number: 2700 Title: Residence Hall Infractions Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Residence Hall Infractions Failure to adhere to the guidelines as outlined in Appendix J in the Eagle Student Handbook. Please refer to Appendix J for further information.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
65 SCC Number: 2750 Title: Retaliation Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-6-2015 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Retaliation Infractions MSU prohibits any retaliation against another student for making an inquiry, participating in an investigation, or making a reasonable good faith report of possible non-compliance with laws and regulations.
MSU is committed to a process that encourages the timely disclosure of potential incidents of non-compliance and/or violations of the law, policies or regulations. MSU recognizes that students may not make known non-compliance or violations if they fear retaliation. Therefore, no student is permitted to engage in retaliation directed against the good-faith efforts of another student who makes an inquiry, participates in an investigation, or reports possible non-compliance with laws and regulations.
Conversely, students who knowingly and intentionally make a false report of non-compliance may also be subjected to the full range of available sanctions, per SCC 2100, Lying.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of
66 Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
67 SCC Number: 2800 Title: Sexual Misconduct Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-7-2015 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Sexual Misconduct Infractions Morehead State University will not tolerate sexual offenses in any form. Sexual offenses include, but are not limited to, sexual harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, exploitation, and stalking. Please refer to Appendix N in the Eagle Student Handbook for more detailed information associated with these offenses. Examples of prohibited conduct include, but are not limited to:
• Sexual Harassment
Sexual Harassment can take one of two forms. The first form involves unwelcome verbal, electronic, physical and/or visual conduct based on sex, which both (1) unreasonably interferes with a person’s work or educational performance, and (2) creates an environment that both a reasonable person and the specific person being harassed would find intimidating, hostile or offensive.
• Sexual Assault
Sexual Assault refers to any sexual act directed against another person, forcibly and/or against the person’s will; or not forcibly or against the person’s will where the survivor is incapable of giving consent, as well as incest or statutory rape.
• Domestic Violence or Dating Violence
Domestic Violence & Dating Violence refer to violence committed by a person who is or has been in a committed and/or social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the survivor.
• Stalking
Stalking occurs when someone engages in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to fear for his or her safety or the safety of others, or suffer substantial emotional distress.
• Sexual Exploitation
Sexual exploitation occurs when someone takes sexual advantage of another person for the benefit of anyone other than that person without that person’s consent (i.e. recording images or audio, distributing images, or viewing another person’s sexual activity, intimate body parts or nakedness without that person’s consent).
• General Misconduct
Engaging in, or advocating engagement in, inappropriate sexual acts. Examples include, but are not limited to, indecent exposure and engaging in sexual activity in public.
* Pursuant to University Administrative Regulation (UAR) 337, reports and/or violations of sexual misconduct may follow procedural guidelines (as outline in UAR 337) that differ from the procedures listed below.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the assistant vice president/dean of students, he/she will determine if they warrant disciplinary action and/or referral to MSU’s Title IX Coordinator. If MSU’s Title IX Coordinator determines that further action is necessary, the procedural guidelines of UAR 337 will be followed. Otherwise, if further disciplinary action is necessary, the assistant vice president/dean of students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the assistant vice president/dean of students will take one of the following actions:
68 a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee. b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken:
1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction.
2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request.
3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students.
4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
69 SCC Number: 2900 Title: Solicitation Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Solicitation Distributing, promoting, selling, advertising, or collecting information or material goods on University property or within University-owned facilities without permission from an authorized University official. Requesting that someone engage in the aforementioned activities on behalf of an individual or organization.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
70 SCC Number: 3000 Title: Stalking Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Stalking Intentionally and repeatedly, for no legitimate purpose, engaging in conduct toward another person in any form (e.g., personal visits, telephone calls, instant messages, letters) which causes that person to reasonably fear personal harm. Examples include, but are not limited to: (1) following a person into public places where the individual has been previously warned to cease such conduct; (2) contacting another person repeatedly where the individual has been previously warned to cease such conduct; and/or (3) engaging in a course of conduct, or repeatedly committing acts which cause a person to reasonably fear physical injury.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
71 SCC Number: 3100 Title: Theft Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Theft Intentionally or unintentionally taking (or attempting to take) property belonging to the University, members of the Morehead State University community, visitors, guests, or another person or organization.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
72 SCC Number: 3200 Title: Tobacco Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Tobacco Tobacco use is prohibited on all University owned, leased, or controlled property and in University owned, leased, or rented vehicles. This includes but is not limited to all University sidewalks, parking lots, landscaped and recreational areas; at lectures, conferences, meetings and social/cultural events held on University-owned or controlled property; in vehicles owned and/or operated by the University; in privately owned vehicles parked on, or in transit across University property; and in the interior of all buildings and University residential facilities. Tobacco is defined as all tobacco-derived or containing products, including but not limited to cigarettes (clove, bidis, kreteks), cigars and cigarillos, hookah-smoked products, and oral tobacco (spit and spitless, smokeless, chew, snuff) and those devices/products giving the appearance tobacco use such as electronic cigarettes (e- cigarettes).
All tobacco industry promotions, advertising, marketing, and distribution are prohibited on campus properties. The distribution or sampling of tobacco and associated products is prohibited on all University owned, leased, or controlled property and at University-sponsored events, regardless of the venue. The sale of tobacco products and tobacco-related merchandise (including items reflecting logos) is prohibited on all University property and at University sponsored events, regardless of the operating vendor. Tobacco industry and related company sponsorship of athletic or other events is prohibited. The University does not permit tobacco companies on campus to conduct student recruitment or employment activities. The University does not accept any direct or indirect funding from tobacco companies.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction.
73 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
74 SCC Number: 3300 Title: Trespassing Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Trespassing Entering a building or area where the individual has been informed by University officials and/or law enforcement officers that s/he has been restricted from that facility or location. Being in a University-owned or controlled facility after designated hours of operation without written permission from designated officials.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions: a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
75 SCC Number: 3400 Title: Unauthorized Entry Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Unauthorized Entry Entering a building or area without proper authorization from University officials and/or the owner of the property in question.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
76 SCC Number: 3500 Title: Unauthorized Use of Recording Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Unauthorized Use of Recording Using the recorded voice of a University official, administrator, faculty member, staff member, student, or another person without first having obtained the recorded person’s expressed permission.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
77 SCC Number: 3600 Title: Violation of Law Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Violation of Law Committing any act that is in violation of federal, state, and local laws or regulations, whether on or off campus, when it appears that the student has acted in a manner that adversely impacts or interferes with the University’s normal function, or which injures or endangers the general welfare of the University community.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
78 SCC Number: 3700 Title: Weapons Originator: Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students Initial Adoption: Revision Dates: 8-1-2012 Purpose: Scope: Applies to all graduate and undergraduate students. Description: Weapons Possessing any weapon, regardless if licensed to possess said weapon, while on University-owned or controlled property, or at University-sponsored or supervised activities without proper authorization from the President of the University or his/her designee. Examples include, but are not limited to firearms, rifles, handguns, shotguns, ammunition, air guns, paint-ball guns, pellet guns, explosive devices (including fireworks), hunting knives, etc. Please refer to Appendix R for further information.
Procedural: When allegations are brought to the attention of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, s/he will determine if they warrant disciplinary action. If further disciplinary action is necessary, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The investigation shall include written notification to the accused of the charges and who filed them and consultation with the accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will take one of the following actions:
a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by the Vice President for Student Success within five class days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the charge and information merit further consideration or action, s/he may refer the case back to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or the Student Disciplinary Committee.
b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. However, if the accused states in writing that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and signs a form showing that the accused understands and accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he may request in writing within five class days that the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor the request. 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups or part of a community, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may refer the case to another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. In the event that the disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is warranted, they may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee determine that an accused student’s presence is of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue.
79 another disciplinary agency (e.g., Student Court, Panhellenic Council, Pan-Hellenic Council, or Preliminary evaluation of charges: Interfraternity Council). These disciplinary agencies will The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will determine, have the authority to impose the sanctions of warning, upon presentation of a written charge, whether the charge merits probation, and restitution through the Assistant Vice further action. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students President/Dean of Students. In the event that the believes that the accusation should be dropped, s/he shall disciplinary agency feels suspension or dismissal is inform the person who filed the charge. Should the individual warranted, they may refer the case to the Student disagree with the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students’ Disciplinary Committee through the Assistant Vice decision, s/he may make a written request to the Vice President President/Dean of Students. for Student Success, with a copy to the Assistant Vice 4. Should the Vice President for Student Success or his/her President/Dean of Students, within five class days of receiving designee determine that an accused student’s presence is the decision from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of of a serious or immediate threat to the University, a Students, for a review of the charge and information. The Vice student may be peremptorily suspended. The Vice President for Student Success shall direct the Assistant Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall President/Dean of Students to either terminate or proceed with direct the Student Disciplinary Committee to conduct a further action in accordance with this document. hearing within five class days to determine the validity of the suspension and whether suspension should continue. Action by the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students: This hearing will follow the hearing guidelines outlined When the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students determines below. that the charge warrants further disciplinary action, s/he shall conduct or request a designee to conduct an investigation. The Sanctions investigation shall include written notification to the accused of Students who are found responsible for violating the guidelines the charges and who filed them and consultation with the established within the Student Conduct Code shall be subject to accused for the purpose of establishing necessary facts of the one or more of the following disciplinary sanctions: incident in question. Once the investigation is completed, the Dean of Students will take one of the following actions: Dismissal: The sanction of dismissal from the University may be imposed by a. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides the Student Disciplinary Committee upon the recommendation that no further action is warranted, s/he shall notify the of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Dismissal is accused and accuser in writing. In the event that the accuser for an indefinite period of time, and may be imposed even though the disagrees with this decision, s/he may request a review by violator has not received a previous sanction of suspension, warning or the Vice President for Student Success within five class probation. Only when a sanction of dismissal has been removed days of receiving the decision from the Assistant Vice by action of the President or his/her designee may a student President/Dean of Students. Requests must be made in apply for readmission. Normally, dismissed students must wait writing to the Vice President for Student Success with a two years before requesting removal of the dismissal sanction copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. from their records and annually thereafter. Students who have Should the Vice President for Student Success feel that the been dismissed must meet all other charge and information merit further consideration or University requirements before being reinstated. Under action, s/he may refer the case to the Student Disciplinary provisions of KRS 164.370, a student dismissed for violations of Committee. the Student Conduct Code shall have the right of appeal to the b. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students decides Board of Regents. The decision of the Board of Regents is final. that the charge warrants further action, one of the following actions will be taken: Probated Dismissal: 1. If in the judgment of the Assistant Vice President/Dean The Vice President for Student Success or the Assistant Vice of Students the charge is of such a nature that possible President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction of suspension or dismissal could result upon conviction, probated dismissal. This sanction serves as written notification then s/he shall refer the case to the Student Disciplinary that further violation of University policies, procedures, or Committee. However, if the accused states in writing regulations may result in a hearing before the Student that s/he agrees to accept the decision of the Assistant Disciplinary Committee to determine if the student should be Vice President/Dean of Students without appeal and dismissed from the University. Probated dismissal will be for a signs a form showing that the accused understands and specific period of time as determined by the Vice President for accepts specific rights which s/he is waiving, then the Student Success or the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students may impose Students. the sanction. 2. If the charge is substantiated but insufficient to cause Suspension: suspension or dismissal, the Assistant Vice The sanction of suspension from the University may be imposed President/Dean of Students shall take appropriate by the Student Disciplinary Committee upon the action (e.g., warning, probation or restitution). If the recommendation of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of accused student disagrees with the action taken, s/he Students. Suspension from the University is for a specific period may request in writing within five class days that the of time as determined by a designated University official. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students refer the sanction of suspension may be imposed even though the violator has not case to the Student Disciplinary Committee. The received a previous sanction of warning or probation. Only when the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall honor designated period of suspension has expired may a student apply the request. for readmission to the University. Students who have been 3. In disciplinary situations that involve identified groups suspended must meet all other University requirements before or part of a community, the Assistant Vice being reinstated. Under provisions of KRS 164.370, a student President/Dean of Students may refer the case to
80 campus as determined by the Assistant Vice President/Dean of suspended for violations of the Student Conduct Code shall Students or his/her designee. Individuals who do not complete have the right of appeal to the Board of Regents. The decision their community restitution hours in a timely fashion, or who do of the Board of Regents is final. not represent the University in a positive fashion while performing their community restitution hours, will be subject to Peremptory Suspension: further disciplinary action and/or payment of financial The Vice President for Student Success or his/ her designee may restitution in the amount equal to the assigned number of peremptorily suspend a student in cases of flagrant or repeated community restitution hours multiplied by minimum wage. violation of the Student Conduct Code, University policies, procedures or regulations, and/or federal, state, or civil law, Financial Restitution: especially when occurring under crisis or emergency In certain circumstances, restitution by the student to the circumstances. The Vice President for Student Success or his/her University or to members of the University community may be designee may also peremptorily suspend a student as a result of a imposed separately or in conjunction with other sanctions. single incident of behavior or conduct that is deemed extreme or dangerous to an individual (including self) or group. The student Fine: retains the right of a hearing as outlined in the Eagle Student In some cases, the Vice President for Student Success or the Dean Handbook. Under the terms of peremptory suspension a student of Students will supplement sanctions with fines in an effort to may be asked to leave the campus immediately. hold individuals accountable for their actions. Examples of when fines will be levied include, but are not limited to, when a Probated Suspension: student fails to complete assigned community restitution hours, The Vice President for Student Success or the Assistant Vice when a student is required to attend a session which requires President/Dean of Students may impose the sanction of outside resources such as a text and/or speaker, when the probated suspension. This sanction serves as written notification consequences for violating University policies has been outlined that further violation of University policies, procedures, or in a progressive-scale fashion, etc. regulations may result in a hearing before the Student Disciplinary Committee to determine if the student should be Restriction: suspended from the University. Probated suspension will be for The sanction of restriction may be imposed by the Vice President a specific period of time as determined by the Vice President for for Student Success or the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Student Success or the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. Restriction is official written notice that a student may Students. not participate in designated University-sponsored events or functions. Restrictions will be imposed for designated periods University Housing Suspension: of time, and the parameters will be given to students in written The sanction of suspension from University Housing may be form. imposed by the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students or his/her designee. Suspension from University Housing is for a Administrative Loss of Privileges: specific period of time as determined by a designated University Upon recommendation to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of official. The sanction of suspension from a residence hall may be imposed Students, University officials may suspend the privileges of a even though the violator has not received a previous sanction of warning or student prior to the beginning of a disciplinary process (e.g., loss Only when the designated period of suspension has probation. of parking privileges, loss of access to a designated area, loss of expired may a student apply to live in University-owned housing eligibility to participant in intramural events, etc.). The student facilities. Students who have been suspended from University will receive written notification of any loss of privileges, and will Housing must meet all other sanctioning requirements before be given the opportunity to speak with the Assistant Vice being reinstated. President/Dean of Students or his/her designee related to the matter in an expedient fashion. Probation: The sanction of probation may be imposed by the Vice Warning: President for Student Success or the Assistant Vice The sanction of warning may be imposed by the Vice President President/Dean of Students. Probation is a written notice that for Student Success or the Assistant Vice President/Dean of it has been determined that there is substantial evidence that a Students. A warning is an official written notice advising the student has violated University policies, rules, regulations, or student that his or her conduct has been found in violation of the Student Conduct Code. Probation may include designated the Student Conduct Code. In addition, the student is advised restrictions on the student. against recurrence of behavior in violation of the Student Conduct Code. Referral to University Counseling Center: When deemed necessary, the Vice President for Student Success Other Sanctions: or his/her designee or the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Other sanctions may be imposed in addition to, or in Students may require a student to visit the University Counseling conjunction with, previously specified sanctions. Examples Center for an initial evaluation and follow-through on any include but are not limited to, research projects, losing prescribed treatment program. Although the content of sessions membership or leadership position in an organization, writing will remain confidential, the student will be required to sign a assignments, meeting with designated University officials, etc. In waiver allowing the University Counseling Center to extreme circumstances, students may be required to provide communicate with the Assistant Vice President/Dean of documentation related to treatment to address specific concerns Students regarding the student’s commitment to scheduling and before being allowed to continue as a student or considered for attending required meetings. readmission.
Community Restitution: In certain circumstances, the student will be required to perform community restitution hours at a location either on or off
81 Tobacco Policy Alcohol/Other Drugs Policy No student or visitor shall have in his or her possession or UAR Number: 902.01 consume alcoholic beverages in public or on University-owned Title: Morehead State University Tobacco Use or controlled grounds or exhibit drunken behavior on Policy University-owned or -controlled property. The use, possession, Originator: Vice President for Student Success transfer, or sale of drug paraphernalia, marijuana, controlled Vice President for Administration and Fiscal and/or illegal substance on University-owned or controlled Services property, including residence halls, is prohibited. Purpose: To promote a healthy University Community
Sanctions for violation of the University’s alcohol policy Scope: This policy is in effect for all persons, at all times, who include, but are not limited to: are attending classes, working, living, visiting, • Written reprimand to student attending/participating in athletic events, programs, and all • Probation* activities and programs on University owned, leased, or • Fine (progressive fine system) controlled property and in campus owned, leased, or rented • Parent/guardian notification by Assistant Vice vehicles. This includes University property outside the main President/Dean of Students in cases of dependent student campus such as farm facilities, golf courses, art galleries, parking • Community restitution (as designated by the Assistant Vice lots, performance venues, and sporting venues, and functions President/Dean of Students or his/her designee) that are held in these facilities and venues. • Meet with designated University staff member(s) as appropriate on an individual basis Definitions: Tobacco is defined as all tobacco-derived or • Assessment/counseling with certified substance abuse containing products, including but not limited to cigarettes counselor (clove, bidis, kreteks), cigars and cigarillos, hookah-smoked • Loss of residence hall or apartment visitation privileges products, and oral tobacco (spit and spitless, smokeless, chew, • Eviction from residence hall or apartment snuff) and those devices/products giving the appearance • Suspension or dismissal from the University. tobacco use such as electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes).
*Violation of ANY University policy or Student Conduct Code Description: Morehead State University acknowledges and constitutes a violation of probation. supports the findings of the Surgeon General that tobacco use in any form, active and/or passive, is a significant health hazard. In the event of an appeal of the sanction of eviction or We further recognize that environmental tobacco smoke has suspension/dismissal, the student may be joined by parent(s) or been classified as a Class-A carcinogen and that there is no safe guardian(s) in the appeals hearing. Each case will be heard on an level of exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (ETS), a individual basis; i.e., eviction or suspension/dismissal could occur on the first recognized toxic air contaminant. In light of these health risks, offense if the seriousness of the violation so warrants. Morehead State University has adopted a NO TOBACCO USE policy.
The sanctions for violation of the University's drug (other Tobacco use is prohibited on all University owned, leased, or than alcohol) policy include, but are not limited to: controlled property and in University owned, leased, or rented • Written reprimand to student vehicles. This includes but is not limited to all University • Probation* sidewalks, parking lots, landscaped and recreational areas; at • Fine (progressive fine system) lectures, conferences, meetings and social/cultural events held • Parent/guardian notification by Assistant Vice on University-owned or controlled property; in vehicles owned President/Dean of Students in cases of dependent student and/or operated by the University; in privately owned vehicles • Community restitution (as designated by the Assistant Vice parked on, or in transit across University property; and in the President/Dean of Students or his/her designee) interior of all buildings and University residences, including • Meet with designated University staff member(s) as residence halls and fraternity and sorority houses on campus. appropriate on an individual basis • Assessment/counseling with certified substance abuse Tobacco use is prohibited in all buildings, including the pro counselor shop, barns, sheds, covered pavilions and work areas, animal • Loss of residence hall or apartment visitation privileges care facilities, and storage structures at the Eagle Trace Golf • Suspension or dismissal from the University. Course, University Farm and Browning Orchard. *Violation of ANY University policy or Student Conduct Code constitutes a violation of probation. This policy applies to all faculty, staff, students, visitors, clients, contractors and vendors. This policy is in effect at all times In the event of an appeal of the sanction of eviction or (twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week). suspension/dismissal, the student may be joined by parent(s) or guardian(s) in the appeals hearing. Each case will be heard on an Advertising, Sale or Promotion of Tobacco Products: individual basis; i.e., eviction or suspension/dismissal could occur on the first offense if the seriousness of the violation so warrants. All tobacco industry promotions, advertising, marketing, and distribution are prohibited on campus properties. The distribution or sampling of tobacco and associated products is prohibited on all University owned, leased, or controlled property and at University-sponsored events, regardless of the venue.
82 recommend sanctions by a simple majority vote of a The sale of tobacco products and tobacco-related merchandise quorum of the hearing committee. (including items reflecting logos) is prohibited on all University 5. The chairperson shall notify in writing within five class property and at University sponsored events, regardless of the days the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students of the operating vendor. Tobacco industry and related company hearing committee’s recommendations and return all sponsorship of athletic or other events is prohibited. records and documents of the case and hearing to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. The University does not permit tobacco companies on campus 6. Within five class days after receiving the hearing to conduct student recruitment or employment activities. committee’s formal recommendation, the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will inform the student in The University does not accept any direct or indirect funding writing of the action, including a concise summary of the from tobacco companies. evidence relied on for the decision and the conditions of appeal. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will Sanctions for violation of the University’s tobacco policy also notify appropriate individuals. include, but are not limited to: 7. Members of the Student Disciplinary Committee who • Written warning from an authorized University official. cannot continue to serve shall notify the President, who • Web-based educational program shall arrange for another appointment. Members of a • Fine (progressive fine system) hearing committee who cannot serve on a particular case • Course-based educational program (Student is responsible will notify the chairperson. In the case where the for any fees associated with program.) chairperson cannot serve on a particular case, s/he shall • Community restitution hours (as assigned by the Assistant notify the President, who will arrange for a chairperson pro Vice President/Dean of Students or his/her designee) tem, directly or through a designee. • Individualized counseling Student Disciplinary Committee Hearing and Continued Offenses: Procedural Due Process Individuals with more than four violations will be deemed 1. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall notify “habitual violators” of the tobacco policy and will be required to the accused in writing of the charges filed, who made the meet with the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students to charges, sufficient information surrounding the charge so determine an appropriate course of action to address the that a defense can be prepared, and the sanctions to which inappropriate behavior. the accused may be subject if it is determined that there is substantial evidence that the student has violated Student Disciplinary Committee University policies, rules, regulations, or the Student The Student Disciplinary Committee serves as the hearing Conduct Code. committee for students who have been charged with violations 2. Upon request the accused will be permitted to review the of the Student Conduct Code that may lead to suspension or evidence and obtain a copy of each document. 3. The dismissal from the University. In addition, the committee is the hearing must be held no earlier than five class days and no appellate body for disciplinary decisions made by the Vice later than 10 class days from the date of notification. At the President for Student Success or the Assistant Vice request of the accused and with the agreement of the President/Dean of Students. Student Disciplinary Committee chairperson, a hearing may be held earlier than five days. Membership and Responsibilities: 4. For extenuating circumstances, the accused may request a 1. The Student Disciplinary Committee will consist of postponement of the hearing. The chairperson shall rule members of the Morehead State University community. on this request. Although every reasonable effort shall be made to have all 5. The accused and accuser shall be informed of the specific members of the Student Disciplinary Committee present, hearing procedures and format. All hearings will be closed five voting members shall constitute a quorum. to the public and must provide for the following: 2. A chairperson is elected by the committee, and s/he shall a. The accused and accuser may be accompanied by an be responsible for making arrangements for the hearing, advisor selected from the student body, faculty, or staff. ensuring due process, and having the hearing committee The advisor serves only in a support role and may not render a decision on whether there is substantial evidence participate in the direct examination, cross-examination, that the student has violated University policies, rules, and arguments. regulations, or the Student Conduct Code and issue a b. The accused and accuser will be given the opportunity sanction where appropriate. to hear the evidence presented and to cross-examine 3. The person conducting the investigation shall present to witnesses who testify. the hearing committee the charge(s) against the accused c. The accused and accuser may present witnesses who will and the evidence and facts establishing the charge(s). testify, and make arguments. Reasonable limits may be 4. Voting committee members, excluding the chairperson, placed by the chairperson on the direct examination, except in case of a tie, will have one vote as to whether cross-examination, and argument. there is substantial evidence that the student has violated d. The accused may remain silent, which fact will not be University policies, rules, regulations, or the Student considered as adverse against the accused. Conduct Code on each charge. The decision will be e. At the conclusion of the presentation of all evidence, determined by a simple majority of a quorum of the the Student Disciplinary Committee will move into hearing committee. When it is determined that there is executive session for deliberation. substantial evidence that the student has violated 6. An accused student’s academic performance or similarly University policies, rules, regulations, or the Student unrelated facts will not be taken into consideration in the Conduct Code, voting committee members shall determination of whether there is substantial evidence that
83 appeal letter to the Chair of the Student Disciplinary Committee the student has violated University policies, rules, within three class days after receiving the document. The appeal regulations, or the Student Conduct Code. However, they hearing is to determine: may be used in determining an appropriate sanction if it 1. Whether the hearing was conducted fairly and within has been established that there is substantial evidence that prescribed due process procedures; the student has violated University policies, rules, 2. Whether there is new evidence or relevant information not regulations, or the Student Conduct Code. available at the time of the original hearing; 7. All proceedings except deliberations in executive session of 3. Whether the original decision is supported by substantial the Student Disciplinary Committee will be tape recorded. evidence; or The accused, upon request, may receive copies of these 4. Whether the University regulations alleged to have been records at a reasonable cost. violated were properly interpreted or applied by the 8. The accused may appeal the hearing committee’s Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. recommended decision to the President under the The chairperson of the Student Disciplinary Committee will conditions and stipulations outlined in the appeals section review the written appeal and any other appropriate material to below. determine if criteria for an appeal have been met. If not, the chairperson shall notify the student and the Assistant Vice Miscellaneous Considerations for Student President/Dean of Students that the appeal has been denied. If Disciplinary Committee Hearings the appeal committee decides that an appeal does meet the 1. Should the accused fail to appear and the Student criteria, the chairperson will set a date for the appeal, to be heard Disciplinary Committee determines that the notification in closed session. The following procedure will be used: process was reasonable and adequate; the case will be heard 1. The accused will give his/her reasons for requesting a in absentia and decided upon with available evidence. dismissal or modification of charges and/or sanctions. 2. If the accused student withdraws or otherwise leaves the 2. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will University, the Student Disciplinary Committee shall have present the reasons for the action taken against the the option of conducting a hearing with the accused accused. present if possible. 3. The appeal committee may ask questions of the accused 3. Additional ad hoc hearing committees may be appointed by and/or the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students (or the University President as required or in emergency designee). situations. Such committees will be constituted in the same 4. The appeal committee will move to an executive session manner and with the same composition as the Student for deliberation. Disciplinary Committee. Decisions of the appeal committee will be reached by a simple 4. The Vice President for Student Success can modify or majority vote of a quorum of the appeal committee. The remand a case back to the Student Disciplinary Committee decision will be relayed in writing within five class days to the for cause. Cause would include, but is not limited to, accused and the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, who outcome of court proceedings or availability of new will notify appropriate individuals and maintain all discipline evidence. records. The appeal committee may recommend a sanction, remand a case, dismiss some or all charges, affirm the original Appeals Process decision, or reduce the sanction imposed. The Student Disciplinary Committee shall serve as the appellate body for disciplinary decisions made by the Assistant Vice Presidential Review: President/Dean of Students. Decisions made by the Student Decisions of the Student Disciplinary Committee, either as the Disciplinary Committee may be appealed to the President. Such initial hearing agency or as an appeals agency, may be appealed appeal would be for determining the fairness of the findings to the President. The President shall make a decision after when it has been determined that there is substantial evidence reviewing all recommendations and supporting material. In that the student has violated University policies, rules, regulations, sanctions other than suspension or dismissal from the or the Student Conduct Code and/or the propriety of the University, the decision of the President is final. A request for sanction imposed. An appeal is not simply a second hearing. appeal must be in writing and submitted to the President’s Appeals must be filed in writing with the President’s Office, and office, with a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of a copy to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, within Students, within five class days following written notification of five class days after receiving written notification of action from the action of the Student Disciplinary Committee. The letter of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. The appeal must appeal must clearly state the reason(s) for the appeal. The clearly state the reasons for seeking modification of the decision. The President shall review the findings of the Student Disciplinary accused who has filed an appeal may request in a written petition Committee, including hearing transcripts and other documents to the Vice President for Student Success reinstatement during relating to the case. At the discretion of the President, the review the appeal process of all or part of his or her rights and/or process may include a meeting with the student filing the appeal. privileges which were denied by the action being appealed. Such The President shall issue a decision within 10 class days. reinstatement usually includes only class attendance.
Appeal to the Student Disciplinary Committee When is has been determined by the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students that there is substantial evidence that the student has violated University policies, rules, regulations, or the Student Conduct Code, the student may appeal the decision to the Student Disciplinary Committee. Appeals must be filed in writing with the Dean of Student within five class days after receiving written notification of actions. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will forward the
84 Release of information: Appeals to the Board of Regents: 1. When it has been determined that there is substantial Students suspended or dismissed from the University for evidence that the student has violated University policies, violations of the Student Conduct Code shall have the right to rules, regulations, or the Student Conduct Code and the appeal to the Board of Regents. The various levels of University appeal process (if any) is completed, the dean of the college review must be exhausted before appealing to the Board of in which the student is enrolled will be notified of Regents. Appeals to the Board of Regents must be in writing and probation, suspension, or dismissal. When the student is submitted to the Chair, with a copy to the Assistant Vice suspended or dismissed, the registrar will be notified to President/Dean of Students, within five class days following withdraw the student and necessary notations will be placed written notification of the action of the President. The letter of on the student’s admission record. Parents of students who appeal must clearly state the reason(s) for the appeal. The Chair are placed on probation, suspension, or dismissal will be of the Board of Regents may present the appeal to the entire notified within the provisions of the Buckley Amendment. board or a subcommittee of the board with no fewer than three The Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee members. At the discretion of the Chair or the subcommittee of shall determine the release of information relative to a case the board, the review process may include a meeting with the to other members of the University on a need-to-know student filing the appeal. Appeals will be completed as soon as basis. possible but no later than the Board of Regents regularly 2. The individual or agency which initiated the charge will be scheduled quarterly meeting subsequent to the filing of the notified of decisions related to the case and/or disciplinary appeal. The decision of the Board of Regents is final. The action. Notices of such action will include a statement of decision will be relayed in writing to the accused and to the confidentiality and a request for care in the security of Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students within five class days information. of the date of the decision. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will notify appropriate individuals and maintain all Implementation: discipline records. 1. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students shall be responsible for coordinating the provisions of the Student Discipline records and release of information: Conduct Code and will provide the orientation and training 1. Discipline records are maintained by the Assistant Vice for those identified with the functions outlined in this President/Dean of Students within the Office of Student document. Success. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students 2. This document supersedes and replaces the previous Rights is responsible for safeguarding all discipline records and and Responsibilities and Disciplinary Hearing Bodies ensuring privacy. section of the Eagle Student Handbook and the original 2. When it has been determined that there is substantial disciplinary procedures of the Student Disciplinary evidence that a student has violated University policies, Committee. Records created or sanctions imposed under rules, regulations, or the Student Conduct Code, the previous documents will be continued, amended, stored, or student’s record will be kept for five years. Should a destroyed as appropriate to conform to the provisions of student receive other sanctions during this five-year period, this document. records of all violations will be retained until there is a period of five years following the most recent sanction. All other records (i.e., on students found “not responsible” or where a determination of no further action is made by the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students) are kept for one year and destroyed. 3. If an individual is suspended or dismissed, complete records of the proceedings and all pertinent documents, including any records of previous discipline action, shall be maintained permanently by the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. 4. A student’s admission record will indicate any action that prohibits readmission as long as the prohibition is in effect. Once a sanction has been removed by expiration or action of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students, the notation will be removed from the record by action of the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students.
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Appendices
Appendix A 1. Ask the student to leave the activity/classroom. If this fails, dismiss activity or class. If an altercation occurs, seek Guidelines for dealing with acts of academic assistance from the University Police Department. Report the incident to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. dishonesty 2. Hold a conference with the student to attempt to resolve the problem. A neutral third party may be asked to attend All students at Morehead State University are required to abide the conference. by accepted standards of academic honesty. Academic honesty 3. Report the incident in writing to the department chair with includes doing one's own work, giving credit for the work of a summary of the student/faculty member conference. others, and using resources appropriately. If a faculty member 4. Report in writing the details of the incident and conference suspects that a student is guilty of a breach of the standards and to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students and the chooses to pursue disciplinary action through University appropriate college dean. (The Assistant Vice channels, the faculty member should: President/Dean of Students is responsible for maintaining 1. Hold a conference with the student to attempt to address and safeguarding all University discipline records and the problem. ensuring confidentiality.) 2. If the student is determined to be guilty of the charge, the 5. If the department chair and faculty member are in faculty member should issue the sanction. The sanction agreement that the incident requires further disciplinary may include failure of a particular assignment or exam, action, a request should be made in writing to the Assistant failure of a particular class, or other appropriate Vice President/Dean of Students. The Assistant Vice disciplinary action. President/Dean of Students, having reviewed the submitted 3. If a sanction is imposed on the student, then the faculty material, will hold an investigative hearing with member is expected to: Report in writing to the the student and determine if further disciplinary action is department chair the details of the incident, results of the warranted. student/ faculty member conference, and the sanction 6. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will report issued. A copy of this report should be provided to the in writing any disciplinary action taken by the Division of appropriate college dean and to the Assistant Vice Student Success to the appropriate dean, the department President/Dean of Students. (The Assistant Vice chair, the Provost, the faculty member making the charges, President/Dean of Students is responsible for maintaining and the student charged. and safeguarding all University discipline records and
ensuring confidentiality. A central record of all acts of academic dishonesty and plagiarism ensures that a student Appendix C will be held accountable for subsequent violations.) Students’ rights in access to records 4. If the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students has on (Buckley Amendment—Public Law 93-380) file for particular student(s) previous violations of the code, Morehead, Kentucky this information is to be sent to the faculty member and department chair. This information is provided to notify all students of Morehead 5. If the faculty member and department chair determine that State University of the rights and restrictions regarding the severity of the academic dishonesty or the fact or inspection and release of student records contained in the Family nature of previous violations by the same student(s) Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (Public Law 93-380) warrants further disciplinary action, a request for further as amended. action should be made in writing to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students. The Assistant Vice Definitions: President/Dean of Students will review the submitted 1. “Eligible student” means a student who has attained 18 years of material and hold an investigative hearing with the age, or is attending an institution of postsecondary education. student(s) involved. At this time, the Assistant Vice 2. “Institution of post-secondary education” means an institution President/Dean of Students will determine if further which provides education to students beyond the secondary school level. “Secondary school level” means the educational level (not disciplinary action is warranted. beyond grade 12) at which secondary education is provided, as 6. The Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students will report determined under state law. in writing any additional disciplinary actions taken to the 3. “University officials” include any full- or part-time administrators, college dean, the department chair, the Provost, the faculty faculty, and staff who are employed by the University, or other member making the charges, and the student(s) being person, agency, or organizational personnel appointed or charged. contracted with to act on behalf of the University or to carry out the functions necessary to fulfill the purposes of the institution. In Nothing in this policy shall prevent or prohibit the student(s) addition, students who are serving on a disciplinary board or committee are considered to be “University officials” for purposes charged from making an appeal of the disciplinary action of access to education records. “Legitimate educational interest” administered. is based upon a determination that access to the education records is appropriately needed by the “University official” to Appendix B perform a responsibility, to evaluate Guidelines for dealing with academic disruptions in a faculty-student University function
In the event a student displays conduct in a faculty-student University function (class, laboratory, field experience, etc.) that is violent, threatening, abusive, or disruptive to faculty members and others, the faculty member is advised to: 86 education agency, in connection with an auditor a student, to obtain necessary information, to furnish evaluation of federally supported programs; or necessary information, or for other similar reasons. 4. to parents of dependent students.
B. Morehead State University will not furnish personal Part I. Student’s rights to inspection of records and review records to anyone other than described above unless: thereof: 1. written consent of the student is secured, specifying the A. Any student or former student of Morehead State records to be released, the reasons for the release, University has the right to inspect and review any and all identifying the recipient of the records and furnishing “official records, files, and data directly related to” the copies of the materials to be released to the student; or student. The terms “official records, files, and data” are 2. the information is furnished in compliance with a defined as including, but not limited to: judicial order or pursuant to a subpoena, upon condition 1. Identifying data that the student is notified of all such orders or 2. Academic work completed subpoenas in advance of compliance therewith. 3. Level of achievement (grades, standardized achievement
test scores) Part III. Provisions for students requesting access to records 4. Attendance data The student or former student must file a certified and official 5. Scores on standardized intelligence, aptitude, and request in writing to the registrar of the University for each psychological tests review. 6. Interest inventory results
7. Family background information Part IV. Provisions for authorized personnel requesting access to 8. Teacher or counselor ratings and observations records 9. Verified reports of serious or recurrent behavior A. Authorized personnel must provide positive identification patterns and indicate reasons for each request for examination. 10. Cumulative record folder. B. Authorized personnel who have legitimate educational B. The institution is not required to make available to interests may review students’ records, showing cause. students confidential letters of recommendation placed in C. Other persons must have specific approval in writing from their files before January 1, 1975. the student for release of information. This approval must C. Students do not have the right of access to records specify the limits (if any) of the request. maintained by the University’s law enforcement officials. D. Procedures have been established by the University for Release of directory information: granting the required access to the records within a Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (Public reasonable time, not to exceed 45 days from the date of the Law 93-380), “directory information” means information request. contained in an education record of a student that would not E. The University shall provide students an opportunity for a generally be considered harmful or an invasion of privacy if hearing to challenge the content of their records to ensure disclosed. It includes the student’s name; address; telephone that the records are not inaccurate, misleading, or listing; electronic mail address; major field of study; dates of otherwise in violation of the privacy or other rights of the attendance; enrollment status (e.g., undergraduate or graduate, student. full-time or part-time); participation in officially recognized activities and sports; weight and height of members of athletic Informal proceedings: teams; degrees, honors and awards received; and the most recent Morehead State University may attempt to settle a dispute with educational agency or institution attended. The release of the the parent of a student or the eligible student regarding the above-noted information by an educational agency or institution content of the student’s education records through informal is permitted under the law unless the student notifies the meetings and discussions with the parent or eligible student. institution or agency in writing that he/she does not want such information released. If you object to directory information Formal proceedings: concerning you being released by Morehead State Upon the request of either party (the educational institution, the University Office of Student Success to persons other than parent, or eligible student), the right to a hearing is required. If a provided for under Public Law 93-380, please go to the student, parent, or educational institution requests a hearing, the Office of the Vice President for Student Success, 109 Vice President for Student Success or his/her designee shall Enrollment Services Center, and complete the necessary make the necessary arrangements. The hearing will be form. established according to the procedure delineated by the University. Appendix D
Part II. Restriction on the release of student records Guidelines on institutional response to AIDS Morehead State University provides information on how to prevent A. Morehead State University will not release records without written consent of the student except: the transmission of the human immunodeficiency virus consistent with the Centers for Disease Control guidelines to all freshmen and 1. to other educational officials, including teachers or local educational agencies who have legitimate educational transfer students by way of the student handbook that is located on MSU webpage. The names and telephone number of health care interest; professionals trained to counsel persons about the human 2. to officials of other schools or school systems in which immunodeficiency virus are listed. The entire policy can be found at the student intends to enroll, upon the condition that http://www.moreheadstate.edu/dean/ under the link Eagle student the student be notified of the transfer and receive a copy Handbook. of the record desired, and have an opportunity to challenge the contents of the records; 3. to authorized representatives of the Comptroller General of the United States, the Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare, or an administrative head of an 87 Guidelines on institutional response to AIDS particular facts.
Morehead State University has followed the guidelines 2. Advice and consultation are available from Counseling and Health and recommendations of the American College Health Association Services to students, faculty, and staff who have concerns for for institutions of higher education in developing this response to the themselves or others that they suspect of being infected with epidemic of infection with Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), HIV/AIDS. which causes the Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). In 3. Students desiring confidential testing for HIV or who may suspect a campus environment, many students encounter new independence, that they have contracted the infection or are concerned about self-determination, and strong peer pressures to adopt certain symptoms of an AIDS-related condition should report to Counseling behaviors. For some students, an uncertain sense of identify and self- and Health Services. Appropriate evaluation and counseling will esteem can further complicate decision-making. Experimentation with follow. Faculty and staff who suspect HIV/AIDS symptoms or sexual behaviors and/or drug use may put University students at exposure to HIV are urged to immediately contact their private a greater risk of HIV infection. Young adults often feel invincible and health care provider or their county health department. tend to deny personal risk. Many people in campus communities believe that HIV infection and AIDS are problems faced elsewhere. 4. The diagnosing clinician in Counseling and Health Services will The prolonged latency between infection with HIV and the eventual report suspected or confirmed cases of HIV/AIDS to the Director development of full-blown AIDS will promote the relative invisibility of Counseling and Health Services. The Director of Counseling and of the infection, an effect that seems to validate the myth among Health Services will advise the Department of Public Health as per students and some faculty and administrators that “it cannot happen guidelines. Upon the recommendation of the Director of Counseling here.” HIV infection is potentially lethal, but absolutely preventable. and Health Services, an appropriate group to include a University- Morehead State University acknowledges the fact that HIV infection selected health care provider and University legal counsel will review and AIDS can happen on any campus. MSU is committed to doing all a University employee’s or student’s individual case. within its limits to prevent people from becoming infected, to limit the consequences of established infection, and to provide 5. Persons with AIDS itself (and possibly those with other compassionate care for all concerned individuals. The primary manifestations of HIV infection) will be considered as having response to the epidemic of HIV infection on the MSU campus is handicapping conditions. Existing support services for people with education. The offices of Counseling and Health Services and Student handicapping conditions can be appropriately and effectively utilized Wellness are responsible for the organization and implementation by students or employees disabled by HIV infection. of effective educational programs about AIDS and HIV infection. In designing the format and content of educational 6. Students who have HIV infection, whether they are symptomatic programs, the rich diversity of members of the campus community or not, will be allowed regular classroom attendance in an will be recognized and addressed. unrestricted manner as long as they are physically and mentally able to attend class. Opportunities for effective learning by people of any age, ability, gender, ethnicity, and sexual orientation will be provided. The focus 7. There is no medical justification for restricting the access of of educational and training programs will be to increase awareness persons with HIV infection to campus facilities. and provide education to prevent the spread of the virus. In order for educational programs to be effective, they must provide current 8. Decisions about housing for students with HIV infection will be information; use reliable, up-to-date materials; and be both easily made on a case-by-case basis. The best currently available medical accessible and widely available. The Director of Counseling and information does not indicate any risk to those sharing residence with Health Services and the director of Human Resources will meet infected individuals. In some circumstances, however, there may periodically to plan for the distribution of HIV/AIDS information be reasonable concern for the health of those with immune and related materials. Educational programs are of utmost deficiencies (of any origin) when those persons might be exposed to importance in discharging the institution’s responsibility to protect certain contagious diseases in a close living situation. The Director of its students and staff from the transmission of HIV. Medical evidence Counseling and Health Services may recommend to housing officials consistently indicates that no actual safety risks are created in the usual workplace that students with immune deficiencies be assigned private rooms or academic setting. These guidelines apply to all students or employees when available in order to protect the health of the immune deficient with HIV infection. Current knowledge indicates that students or student. employees with any form of HIV infection do not pose a health risk to other students or employees in an academic setting. The Public 9. The Director of Counseling and Health Services is responsible for Health Service states that there is no risk created by living in the monitoring the University’s compliance to KRS 164.351. same place as an infected person, being coughed or sneezed upon by an infected person, casual kissing, or swimming in a pool with an 10. The Director of Counseling and Health Services will initiate the infected person. Health care workers with clinical responsibilities and annual review of these guidelines with the Director of Human certain laboratory technicians have a very small but real risk of HIV Resources. Recommendations for changes will be forwarded to the infection through direct contact with contaminated blood or general counsel and on to the President and the executive council for laboratory preparations. Most such exposures can be prevented by review and final approval. Counseling and Health Services staff are consistent adherence to established infection control guidelines. specifically trained in counseling and educating students about HIV/AIDS. They may be contacted at the Counseling and Health 1. Morehead State University will respond to each case concerning Services, first floor, Allie Young Hall, 783-2055, or Student Wellness, students or employees with HIV infection as required by its 112 Allie Young Hall, 783- 5248. Counseling and Health Services is a counseling and testing site for HIV/AIDS.
88 Appendix E to (1) procure any alcoholic beverages for anyone under 21 years of age or (2) drink or be drunk in a public place (University Intercollegiate Athletics Mission Statement campuses and buildings are considered as public places for purposes of these laws). Ordinances of Morehead and Rowan Morehead State University believes that Intercollegiate Athletics County government basically parallel the state laws. No matter is an integral part of the University and that a broad-based what one’s age, Morehead State University regulations prohibit intercollegiate athletics program encourages student participation the possession or consumption of alcohol except at events as and involvement in the total life of the University. In addition, pre-approved by the President and in accordance with state intercollegiate athletic programs play a positive role by supporting licensing requirements. Exhibition of intoxicated behavior on the academic and public service missions of the University. The University property is strictly prohibited. core values we maintain in our daily operations are demonstrated below. Any member of the University student body, faculty, or staff who violates these defined standards of conduct shall be subject to • Compliance: Each athletic program shall adhere to the appropriate disciplinary action up to and including suspension principles of fair play and amateur competition as defined by and/or termination. The specifically defined standards of conduct, the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the Ohio Valley the disciplinary procedures, and the appropriate sanctions Conference, and the Pioneer Football League. are detailed in the Student Conduct Code found in the • Quality: Each athletic program shall be administered at the Eagle Student Handbook and in the Morehead State University highest level that the University's resources will allow so that each student-athlete will have the opportunity to compete to Personnel Policy Manual, Policy PG-47. In addition, it is a the fullest extent of his or her ability. violation of state law to operate a motor vehicle while under • Equality: The athletic programs shall adhere to the the influence of any substance which may impair one’s driving University's Affirmative Action Plan promoting equal ability (alcoholic beverages and/or other drugs). opportunity for all employees and students, as well as applicants for employment and student participation. Sanctions: • Graduation: Each student-athlete, through academic counseling Under University regulations, students who violate this and individual assistance, shall be encouraged toward completion of degree requirements and graduation. standard of conduct are subject to disciplinary action as outlined in the Alcohol/Other Drugs Policy stated within the Appendix F Student Conduct Code. Faculty and staff are subject to disciplinary action ranging from a minimum of a warning to a Morehead State University Statement of Compliance maximum of termination from University employment. Under as a Drug-Free Institution state and federal drug laws, the gravity of the sanction depends on the classification of the controlled substance, the particular Morehead State University is committed to providing a healthy activity involved (possession or trafficking which includes the and safe environment for its students, faculty and staff. The manufacture, sale, or possession with intent to sell), and University has defined conduct in relation to the unlawful whether or not multiple convictions are involved. Under possession, use, dispensation, distribution, or manufacture of Kentucky law, the most severe penalty for drug law violation alcohol and/or other drugs. Conduct which is violative of this involves trafficking. On a first offense conviction, one may definition poses unacceptable risks and disregard for the health, receive a fine of up to $10,000 and/or a sentence of up to 10 safety and welfare of members of the University community and years in the penitentiary; for subsequent offenses, the penalties shall result in disciplinary action up to and including suspension may be doubled. Under federal law, for simple possession of a or termination. As a recipient of federal grants and contracts, controlled substance, one Morehead State University gives this notice to students, faculty may be imprisoned for up to one year and/or fined up to $1,000. and staff that it is in compliance with and shall continue to be in For subsequent offenses, one may be imprisoned for up to three compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the years and/or fined $5,000. For trafficking, one may be fined up to Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendment of 1989. $20,000,000 and/or may be sentenced from 5 years in prison to life in Students, faculty and staff are herein notified of the standards of prison, depending on the drug involved and prior convictions. conduct which shall be applicable while on Morehead State Under both state and federal laws, one may suffer the loss of University property, on University business, and/or at whatever property (house, farm) or possessions (vehicle) which University-sponsored activities. one may have used in the drug trade. Sanctions for violation of state alcohol laws vary from a fine of $10 to $2,000, a sentence Standards of Conduct: of 48 hours to 12 months in jail, and/or suspension of one’s By University regulations, by federal law, by state law, and, in driver license. some instances, by local ordinance, students, faculty, and staff are prohibited from the UNLAWFUL possession, use, Notice of Drug-Related Convictions: dispensation, distribution or manufacture of alcohol and/or In compliance with the Federal Drug-Free Workplace Act of other drugs on University property, on University business, 1988, ANY employee shall notify the immediate supervisor if and/or at University-sponsored activities. Under University the employee is convicted of a criminal drug offense occurring regulations, students, faculty and staff are required to abide by in the workplace or while on University business within five state laws concerning alcoholic beverages. Basically, Kentucky days of laws state that, if one is under the age of 21, it is unlawful to (1) the conviction. The University shall take appropriate sanctions possess or consume alcoholic beverages, or (2) misrepresent and remedies in accordance with its policy. The provisions of one’s age for the purpose of purchasing alcoholic beverages, or this section are applicable to students who are employees of (3) use a fake I.D. in an attempt to purchase alcoholic beverages. the University. If the employee is under a federal contract or No matter what one’s age, Kentucky law states that it is unlawful grant, the University shall notify the contracting or granting agency of the conviction and of its actions. This section of this policy is also applicable to students who receive a Pell Grant (federal grant).
Health Risks: The scope and impact of the health risks from alcohol and/or
89 other drug abuse are both alarming and well documented, 2. Select the "Finance" icon, and then select "My Billing Info" to ranging from mood-altering to life-threatening, with pay via ACH, credit card or debit card. consequences that extend beyond the individual to family, 3. Mail payment to Morehead State University, Office of organizations and society at large. Morehead State University, Accounting and Financial Services, 207 Howell McDowell therefore, conducts regular programs to educate its students, Administration Building, Morehead, KY 40351. faculty and staff that consumption and use of drugs may alter 4. Pay bill at any regional campus (Ashland, Mt. Sterling, or behavior, distort perception, impair thinking, impede judgment, Prestonsburg). and lead to physical or psychological dependence. Alcohol and/or other drug abuse may lead to the deterioration of Refund Checks: physical health by causing or contributing to various health A refund will be provided when payments (including financial aid, conditions including but not limited to fatigue, nausea, personal scholarships, or other outside sources of assistance) exceed total injury, insomnia, pathological organ damage, some forms of charges. Students may choose to have their refunds direct deposited to cancer, pancreatitis, heart attack, respiratory depression, birth the bank account of their choice. Direct deposit is strongly encouraged defects, convulsions, coma, and even death. Alcohol and drug for student convenience. To set up direct deposit, login to abuse may also result in deterioration of mental health by MyMoreheadState and select the "WebAdvisor" icon, then select "Bank causing or contributing to various conditions such as increased Information (Direct Deposit)" located under "Student Financial aggression, hallucinations, depression, disorientation, and Information." Refund checks will be direct deposited no earlier than psychosis. two weeks after classes begin. If direct deposit is not set up, checks will be mailed to permanent home addresses. Federal regulations state that Training and Counseling Resources: for first-time, first-year borrowers of a Federal Direct Loan, Direct Continuous efforts are made to make students, faculty and staff Loan funds cannot be disbursed until 30 days after the first day of aware of the on-campus and off-campus programs which provide classes. information and professional services on matters related to the abuse of alcohol and/or other drugs. Lists of sources for Credits/Adjustments: information and counseling for students are published by the Students withdrawing must make arrangements with the Office of the Office of Student Success and distributed to the campus Registrar by filling out the withdrawal form by the deadline date for community. Students are encouraged to contact Counseling and each semester or term (please view the Academic Calendar for the Health Services (112 Allie Young Hall, 783-2024 or 783-2123) for deadline date). No credit will be given unless the withdrawal is made information and appropriate referral. Counseling is provided by a through the proper channels. Tuition, housing and course fees may be substance abuse prevention and treatment counselor and other credited to the accounts of students who withdraw during certain time professional staff within CHS. For faculty and staff, the Office of periods following the start of each term. Meal plans and other dining Human Resources (101 HM, 783- 2097) provides information as accounts may be credited in accordance with the Institutional to resources available to employees. Other counseling, treatment, Credit/Refund Policy, or the actual account balance, whichever is less. and rehabilitation services are available in the community. All other fees are not adjustable. Pathways, Inc. (784-4161) and St. Claire Regional Counseling (783- 6805) offer both counseling and referral to residential treatment. The withdrawal form is online at Other services are available and may be located by looking in the http://www.moreheadstate.edu/content_template.aspx?id=18097 local telephone directory yellow pages under “Alcohol Abuse and and must be completed and submitted by one of the following Addiction—Information and Treatment.” Local support groups of methods: AA, Al-Anon, and NA meet regularly in the community. · In person to the Office of the Registrar (Ginger Hall 201) Information regarding support groups can be obtained from CHS · E-mail to [email protected] (112 Allie Young Hall, 783- 2123). · Fax to 606-783-9103 · Mail to Office of the Registrar, Ginger Hall 201, Morehead, KY 40351 Policy Review: (the postmark date will be used as the official withdrawal date). This statement of compliance and any revisions thereto shall be distributed annually to students and employees. This information Institutional Credit/Refund Policy: can be accessed at www.moreheadstate.edu/dean. Distribution Credits/Adjustments: shall be a joint responsibility of the offices of Student Success and http://www.moreheadstate.edu/content_template.aspx?id=18895 Human Resources. Tuition, housing and course fees may be credited to students who Biennial Review: withdraw during certain time periods, following the start of each term. The Vice President for Student Success, the Director of Human Meal plan and minimum Dining Club accounts may be credited in Resources, and the General Counsel shall review and interpret accordance with the percentages listed below or the actual account regulations and procedures relevant to the compliance. These balance, whichever is smaller. All other fees are not refundable. three administrators shall jointly be responsible for maintaining records of the biennial review. The President’s executive cabinet will approve recommended changes in the statement of Refund periods and amounts are as follows: compliance. Fall and Spring Semesters Refund Percentages Appendix G Fee Payment and Registration Information First six days of classes 100% How to Pay Tuition and Fees: Next five days of classes 75% When a student registers for classes they are creating a financial Next five days of classes 50% obligation to Morehead State University. The total semester charges Next five days of classes 25% (tuition, housing, meal plans, books and fees) less financial aid, scholarships, waivers or other outside sources of assistance for each semester result in the amount due to MSU. All students are required No credits are given after the first twenty-one days of classes. to make payment in full or enroll in an online "Protect Class Schedule Plan" before they arrive on campus to activate meal plans and prevent cancellation of class schedules. 1. Login to MyMoreheadState at my.moreheadstate.edu. 90 Summer Intersession Refund Percentages violation of this policy. Each employing unit shall provide access to counseling for employees and/or students who feel aggrieved and First two days of classes 100% shall encourage the resolution of such issues on an informal basis. Next one day of classes 75% Next one day of classes 50% Grievances frequently are founded in simple misconceptions or Next one day of classes 25% misunderstandings. It is believed to be in the best interest of the University and the grievant for differences to be resolved informally-- No credits are given after the first five class days of the session. if informal hierarchical resolution is not possible then the following applies:
Summer I and Formal Procedures: Summer II Sessions Refund Percentages The grievant is to contact the University Affirmative Action Officer First two days of classes 100% fora meeting as soon as practicable. The Affirmative Action Officer is Next two days of classes 75% to be sensitive to the fact that the meeting may need to take place Next two days of classes 50% after normal working hours so as to prevent disclosure to a supervisor Next two days of classes 25% or others. The Affirmative Action Officer will listen attentively to the grievant in order to fully understand the grievance, after which, the No credits are given after the first eight class days of the session. Affirmative Action Officer will offer his or her services in informal resolution. Normally, this informal procedure will not exceed five
working days unless the parties mutually agree to an extension of this Summer Session Refund Percentages time period.
First four days of classes 100% First Step: Next two days of classes 75% The grievant shall direct his/her grievance regarding the alleged Next two days of classes 50% discriminatory act(s) by preparing a written explanation of his/her Next two days of classes 25% grievance and the relief sought to the Affirmative Action Officer (AAO). The Affirmative Action Officer may schedule a meeting with No credits are given after the first ten class days of the session. the grievant for the purpose of gathering information. The AAO will conduct a thorough investigation within seven (7) working days of Winter Session Refund Percentages receipt of the written grievance.
First two days of classes 100% Next two days of classes 75% Within fourteen (14) working days following receipt of the written Next two days of classes 50% grievance, a meeting will be held by the AAO with the grievant and Next two days of classes 25% others who may be of assistance in resolving the grievance in the best interests of all concerned. No Credits are given after the first eight class days of the session. Within three (3) working days following this grievance meeting, the Exceptions: AAO will prepare written findings which will be delivered to the grievant or sent by certified mail, return receipt, to the grievant's address of record. Copies of the AAO's findings will also be provided • If students or parents believe that individual circumstances to individuals on a need to know basis. The AAO shall make such warrant exceptions from the published institutional policy recommendations in writing as is believed warranted by the results of and wish to appeal, they may contact the Office of his/her investigation and meetings regarding each written issue. If the Accounting and Financial Services. grievant prevails the defendant may appeal to the appropriate Vice • If students who received financial aid are considering a President. If no appeal is forwarded by the defendant within 5 withdrawal, they may contact the Office of Accounting and working days after receipt of the Affirmative Action findings, the issue Financial Services at 606-783-2019 to discuss the possible is resolved, as specified. refund, credit and/or return of Title IV funds. Second Step: Appendix H The aggrieved party may appeal the First Step answer by serving a Grievance Procedure: Title VI, Title VII, Section 504, written statement of appeal to the AAO within ten (10) working days and ADA after delivery of the AAO's findings and written recommendations to the grievant. Within seven (7) working days after receipt of the written Students who feel they have been discriminated against or appeal, an Affirmative Action Grievance Review Board will be denied an opportunity because of their race, color, national selected by the AAO. The board shall be composed of an African- origin, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, American member, a female member, and a male member. The gender expression, disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, grievant may select one person from the standing Affirmative Action other protected veterans, and armed forces service medal Committee; the Affirmative Action Officer may select one person veterans, or disability have the right to file a grievance in from the standing Affirmative Action Committee, and the grievant accordance with University policy PG-5 (Affirmative Action/ and the AAO together will select the third individual. In cases where a Equal Opportunity for Employment). Students should contact student is involved, a student member will serve on the Review Board. the Affirmative Action Officer, 202 Howell-McDowell The Affirmative Action Committee chair will designate the Review Administration Building, telephone 783-2022. The applicable Board Chair. section of PG-5 is as follows: The responsibilities of the Affirmative Action Grievance Review Resolution of Complaints: Board will include, but not be limited to: The University shall provide for the prompt, fair, and impartial consideration of all grievances of alleged discrimination in
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2. The Affirmative Action Review Board Chair will schedule a hearing to be held, not later than fifteen working days after the appointment of the entire Board, designating the time, place, and date for the hearing.
3. The Review Board Chair will notify both the AAO and the parties of the time, place, and date of the hearing, including the right of representation. Nothing contained herein shall be construed to require the representative to be an attorney. If the defendant/grievant desires to be represented at the hearing, he/she will give notice of that intention and by whom in writing to the Grievance Review Board and the AAO not less than six (6) working days prior to the hearing date.
4. All hearings will be conducted by the Review Board. The proceedings will be tape-recorded, and if requested by a majority of the Grievance Review Board, a typed transcript will be prepared.
The Affirmative Action Officer will set forth the basis for his/her findings and recommendation(s) on the grievance. The parties, or their representative, shall have the opportunity to respond to the findings and recommendations of the Affirmative Action Officer.
The Grievance Review Board has the option of going into closed session to weigh the record and evidence and to formulate its findings and recommendations to the President of the University.
5. The Affirmative Action Grievance Review Board shall make its findings and recommendations to the President within five (5) working days following the hearing.
The President will render a decision within ten (10) working days after receiving the Grievance Review Board's findings and recommendations. Written notification of the President's decision will be hand delivered to the parties or delivered by certified mail, return receipt, to the address of record.
A student has the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights (OCR). A complaint must ordinarily be filed within 180 days of the last act of discrimination. If a student elects to use Morehead State University’s grievance process and also chooses to file the complaint with OCR, the complaint must be filed with OCR within 60 days after completion of the institutional grievance process.
92 on dialysis or you have AIDS) • you have a job that exposes you to human blood Appendix I Hepatitis B Should you ever get a booster shot after the vaccine series? Most people do not need booster shots after getting the vaccine series. After vaccination, babies born to infected mothers should Guidelines on institutional response to Hepatitis B get their blood tested at 9 to 15 months of age to be sure that Morehead State University provides information about hepatitis B they are protected. disease consistent with the Centers for Disease Control guidelines You cannot get HBV from: to all freshmen and transfer students by way of the student • sneezing or coughing handbook that is located on MSU webpage. The Director of Counseling and Health Services is responsible for monitoring the • kissing or hugging University’s compliance to KRS 164.282. • breast feeding • food or water HBV is spread by: • casual contact (such as an office setting) • having sex with an infected person • sharing eating utensils or drinking glasses • direct contact with the blood of an infected person How do you know if you have Hepatitis B? How can you protect yourself from getting infected with HBV? Only a blood test can tell for sure. See your doctor if you have • Get vaccinated! Hepatitis B vaccine is safe, effective, and your symptoms of hepatitis (e.g., loss of appetite, joint pain, yellow best protection. skin or eyes), or if you think you had direct contact with • Practice “safer” sex. If you are having sex, but not with one someone who has hepatitis B. steady partner, use latex condoms correctly every time you have sex. The efficacy of latex condoms in preventing Information Source: infection with HBV is unknown, but their proper use may Department of Health & Human Services reduce transmission. Center for Disease Control • Don’t share anything that might have blood on it. www.cdc.gov/hepatitis √Don’t share drugs, needles, syringes, cookers, cotton, water, or rinse cups. Disclaimer: The text presented on Hepatitis B is for √Don’t share personal care items, such as razors or informational purposes. Do not use this information to diagnose toothbrushes. or treat a health problem. Consult your health care provider if • Think about the health risks if you are planning to get a tattoo you have any questions or concerns in connection with or body piercing. Make sure the artist or piercer sterilizes information presented. Information is presented on vaccines so needles and equipment, uses disposable gloves, and washes you can make an informed decision regarding vaccination. hands properly. • Handle needles and sharps safely. Follow standard precautions if you have a job that exposes you to human blood. √If you shoot drugs, get help to stop or get into a treatment program. Get HEPATITIS B vaccine if: • you are under 19 years of age • your sex partner has hepatitis B • you are a man who has sex with men † • you recently had a sexually transmitted disease (e.g., gonorrhea, syphilis) • you have sex with more than one partner • you shoot drugs † • you live with someone who has chronic hepatitis B • you have a job that exposes you to human blood • you are a kidney dialysis patient • you live or travel for more than 6 months in countries where hepatitis B is common • you are on the staff of an institution for the developmentally disabled † Also get Hepatitis A vaccine
Is the vaccine safe? Yes. Hepatitis B vaccine is safe and effective. Millions of children and adults have received the vaccine worldwide since 1982.
Should you get a blood test after the vaccine series to be sure that you are protected? Most people don’t need to get their blood tested after completing the vaccine series (usually three shots). You should get a blood test 1 to 2 months after you complete the series if: • your sex partner has chronic hepatitis B • your immune system is not working well (e.g., you are
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Appendix J Check-in and check-out: University Housing When a student moves into a room, they will complete several forms online including their room condition report. This allows a student to Housing policies and procedures: note any damages or items in need of repair for replacement. Proper In order to make your time within the residence halls as exemplary notation also ensures that students are not charged for pre-existing as possible, you are encouraged to familiarize yourself with the issues upon check-out. At the conclusion of a student’s stay with the following general guidelines specific to the residential environment Office of Student Housing, a student will check-out following in addition to the general Student Code: instructions and communications provided by Student Housing staff. Residents are expected to leave their space in good condition, Appliances: including removal of all personal items, trash, and having swept and Because more than one residence hall room/apartment share the mopped the floor. Failure to leave the room in a satisfactory same circuit, there is a possibility of an electrical overload; students condition or follow communicated check-out expectations will result should be considerate and conscious of the number and frequency in charges being levied to the student account. of appliances they use. Students should also limit the number of extension cords used in a room. Microwave ovens (700 watts Community Damage Billing: maximum) and student-owned refrigerators with a size capacity of Students living in a University-owned or controlled building are 4.5 cubic feet are permitted (one per room). Small hand appliances, responsible for holding each other accountable for acts of damage or such as coffee pots, blenders, mixers, crock pots, grills (like the vandalism. As a result, students are expected to speak with a housing George Foreman Grill), and personal care appliances are permitted staff member if they have information related to damage in in rooms. These appliances should have enclosed heating elements commons areas (which include bathrooms, hallways, lobby areas, and the Underwriter’s Laboratory approval. When using a cooking etc.). Damage that cannot be attributed to an individual or group of appliance, students must always be in the room and appliances must individuals will be assessed to all students on a designated floor or in be turned OFF before leaving the room in order to prevent fires. a designated building. Information related to damage will be posted Electric skillets are not included in this category and are not prior to billing students to allow time for members of the community permitted in residence halls. Residents may have a television with a to come forward with information related to responsible parties. power usage limitation of 1.6 amps or 175 watts or less. No Please contact your hall director or the Housing Office for further appliances with open heating elements are permitted in halls. information related to Community Damage Billing. During health and safety inspections, housing staff will require the removal of prohibited appliances or materials. Also, sun lamps and personal air conditioners are not allowed.
Application: Students can request housing via an online application and payment of a $200 non-refundable application fee. Upon being admitted to Morehead State University, students may submit their application, confirm roommate selections and pay the application fee via the MyMoreheadState portal online. Upon completion, students will receive a day and time to log in and select their assignment. Students should review the On-Campus Residency Policy for more detailed information related to housing requirements.
Application and Appeals Process for Students with Disabilities Who Have Special Housing Needs: The Housing Office strives to provide and maintain safe housing accommodations for students with disabilities. Housing applicants with disabilities should contact the Office of Disability Services to seek an accommodation in housing selection that meets their need. Housing applicants with disabilities who wish to appeal their University housing assignment must contact the Office of the Vice President for Student Success and request an appeal. Appeals may be filed at any time. A three-person panel appointed by the Vice President for Student Success will hear appeals. The panel will be selected from faculty, staff, and students. Personnel from the Housing Office may not serve on the panel. The decision of the panel may be appealed to the University’s Affirmative Action Officer/ADA Coordinator.
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Fire safety: Fire prevention and safety are critically important to all residents. Identification: All residential facilities are equipped with automatic fire suppressing Anyone present in a residence hall may be asked to show an MSU systems that will activate in the event of a fire. Additionally, all identification card (EagleCard) to prove residence and their right to residential facilities are equipped with smoke detector systems. use the facilities. Failure to produce proper identification upon Each residence hall has emergency procedures, which students request of residence hall staff or any MSU staff member may result in should know. Emergency evacuation procedures are posted for disciplinary action. Unauthorized persons are not permitted in the each residence hall, and fire drills are held each semester to keep residence hall, and students should report them to the residence hall residents familiar with the process. For everyone’s safety, students staff or to the University Police Department (783-2035). If a student must cooperate completely with the staff when an evacuation believes a crime has been or is about to be committed, s/he should occurs. Because of the serious nature of fire, the following contact the University Police Department immediately. regulations are necessary: a. A person who pulls a fire alarm or falsely reports an emergency to police or the fire department will be Keys: punished under the Kentucky Revised Statute 512.040. If convicted At hall check in, students will receive keys to their rooms to use of this Class B misdemeanor, it means up to a $500 fine and/or 90 during their stay in that particular room. This key must not to be days in jail. b. Students must follow emergency evacuation duplicated and is considered property of the University, and it is procedures. c. Due to fire hazards, students may not possess or unlawful to duplicate a key without permission of the University. burn candles, incense, etc., except in connection with a hall Students must return all keys at the end of the semester or pay for a program, which requires prior approval from the residence hall lock change and key replacement. Keys issued to students are for their director. d. Flammable fluid may not be used or stored in the use only and are not to be given to anyone else to use. Letting residence hall. e. No loft construction or overstuffed furnishings someone else use a key may result in disciplinary action. Each are permitted. f. Torchere-style halogen lamps manufactured prior residence hall will have designated points of entry where students will to March 1997 are not permitted in residence halls. Halogen lamps be able to access their building with their Eagle Card via the card manufactured AFTER March 1997, which meet the Underwriter’s access system. All other outside residence hall doors are locked for Laboratories (UL 153) safety standards, are permitted for student security reasons 24 hours a day and may be used only for emergency use in residence halls. g. Items such as clothes hangers, decorations, exits. No one should use doors with security alarms except during etc., must not be placed on the sprinkler device in the residence hall emergency situations. If a student's key is lost or stolen, the security room. Doing so can activate the sprinkler system, resulting in water of the room will be in question. A student who loses a key should damage. notify the hall staff as soon as possible to make arrangements for a lock change so personal possessions will be protected. Students Guests: should always lock the room when they leave. If a student locks keys Students are welcome to have friends and relatives visit as long as inside a room a short-term key loan can be obtained from the hall they follow hall policies and abide by all University regulations. The office to allow access with a lockout fee charged to the student resident is responsible for the conduct of guests during their visit account. (including policy violations, vandalism, or accidents). Overnight guests under the age of 18 should be communicated to the hall Pets: staff. No one under the age of 13 may visit within the residence hall Since pets can cause unpleasant situations in a congested living area, unless accompanied by a parent/guardian. No one under the age of students are not allowed to keep them—except for fish—in the 13 may be an overnight guest in a residence hall. Allowing students residence halls. Fish must be contained in aquariums with a 89 or non-students who are not assigned through the Housing Office capacity of 10 gallons or less. This regulation is necessary to prevent to reside in a room may result in disciplinary action. safety and sanitation hazards. This policy does not apply to service animals or approved support animals. Hall programs: Living in a residence hall provides students with a great opportunity to grow academically, culturally, socially, and emotionally during Public display of alcohol/other drugs signs: their college experience. Students can involve themselves with The public display of signs advertising or promoting the use of residence hall programs and activities that promote leadership and alcoholic beverages or illegal substances, trademark signs, or signs decision-making in hall government and support their need to which may be considered offensive by members of the University analyze personal values and beliefs. You might be surprised how community is prohibited. Empty alcohol containers are considered a much satisfaction and enjoyment these activities can provide. violation of MSU’s alcohol/other drugs policy.
Holiday and Vacation Periods: Quiet hours: All residence halls are closed for Thanksgiving, winter holiday In keeping with the academic mission of the University and to break, and spring vacation with the exception of halls designated maintain an environment that is conducive to learning, quiet hours are for break housing accommodation and university apartments. in effect 24-hours a day. At no time should the volume of a stereo or Students needing living arrangements for university break periods other electronic sound amplification device disturb classroom must request this living arrangement by contacting the Office of instruction or the sleep or study of others in the residence halls. Student Housing and requesting an assignment in a break housing Moreover, sustained boisterous behavior in and around classroom option. buildings and residence halls, either by individuals or groups, is prohibited. Failure to observe such standards may result in facility access restrictions and/or denial of University housing privileges. Exceptions to these standards may be granted with prior approval by the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students for programs and activities sponsored or coordinated by MSU.
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Right to privacy: Service & Support Animals: The University stands firmly behind a student’s right to privacy in Service animals trained to perform tasks for people with disabilities his/her place of residence against unwarranted and/or are permitted. Students are encouraged to advise the Disability unreasonable invasions. The University has the right of entry into Services Coordinator and the Office of Student Housing of their assigned residence hall space by University personnel for purposes presence. Students seeking to house a service animal in training of safety, security, maintenance, repair, health, emergency, or should contact the Office of Student Housing for program otherwise in accordance with University regulations. The personal parameters and guidance. belongings of a student may be searched where there is reasonable concern that articles, the possession of which are illegal or contrary Support animals will need to be pre-approved by both the Disability to University regulations, may be present. Such a search shall be Services Coordinator and the Office of Student Housing before the conducted only with the written and specific approval of the Vice animal arrives on campus. Students will need to contact the Office of President for Student Success or his/her designee. This approval Disability Services for qualifications and verification before arrival shall state the reason for the search. The student(s) involved shall and will be required to meet with the Office of Student Housing be present unless concerted efforts to locate him/her are operations staff to ensure program parameters and restrictions are unsuccessful. When a search occurs, the student shall be given a understood. written report listing any articles removed from the room; and the student will be advised of the disposition of such articles. These Service animals and other animals allowed in University buildings or procedures in no way limit law enforcement agencies from on University property shall be appropriately attended, restrained, conducting searches authorized by courts of the Commonwealth of and controlled by the animal’s owner or handler at all times. Kentucky or the United States of America. “Attended and restrained” means in the immediate vicinity of an owner or handler, and either on a harness, leash or other tether or in Room Changes & Consolidation: a cage. However, in the case of a Service Animal, if such restraints Students that find themselves unhappy with their current would interfere with the animal’s safe and effective performance of assignment or roommates are encouraged to talk to their work or tasks the service animal shall be otherwise under the professional hall staff to explore options for remedy of whatever owner/handler’s control (e.g., voice-control, signals, or other the issues may be. Changing rooms or halls is the last option and effective means). An animal left fastened to a stationary object is not can present significant disruption to the community and will be considered to be appropriately attended. utilized as a last resort after other options have been explored. The Office of Student Housing will provide students the opportunity to The owner or handler shall clean up all animal waste and may be change halls or rooms once each semester with a no questions asked to remove an animal from University property if it is disruptive asked basis on a space available basis during Great Change Day. (e.g. barking, wandering, displaying aggressive behavior), not Hall staff will communicate to residents what that process entails housebroken, ill, unhygienic, or unsanitary. and when that process will begin each semester. Solicitations, sales, and advertising: It is the University's right to make assignment of space, authorize Commercial solicitation is not allowed in the residence halls in order or deny a room or roommate change, consolidate vacancies, and to maintain a good atmosphere for study, personal privacy, and require a student to change rooms or halls in order to achieve a security. Student organizations wishing to canvass, solicit, or more effective or efficient residence hall program. If a vacancy distribute literature in residence halls must submit a written request at occurs in a room the student remaining will have several options, least 72 hours in advance to the Assistant Vice President/Dean of including purchasing the remaining vacancy at a reduced rate, Students. If students or groups want to pass out questionnaires or do finding a new roommate themselves, or allowing housing to assign other research projects involving students or staff, they must request the vacancy to another student at any time. Students who conduct permission from the Assistant Vice President/Dean of Students at illegal room changes (either moving into a space they were not least two weeks ahead of the project date. Whenever a student has authorized to move into or moving someone into a space they were announcements or publicity items to distribute to students in the not authorized to assign) will result in disciplinary actions and halls, s/he must submit them to Office of Student Housing for potential monetary fines. posting or hall desk countertop distribution. Mailbox stuffing is limited to items addressed to individuals, except for University Rooms/Apartments: related announcements/notifications authorized by the Office of Residents are responsible for the care of their rooms/apartments Student Housing and one stuffing per candidate during all-campus and its furnishings. Damage to either will be charged to the person elections (approved for distribution by the Office of Student responsible for the damage. If a room/apartment is damaged by Activities in consultation with the Housing Office). In other special someone other than the occupants and cannot be identified, the cases, recognized student groups can put information in boxes with resident is held responsible. Those who do malicious or deliberate special permission from the Housing Office. Residence hall student damage face disciplinary action as well as full cost of repair. While publications may be distributed within the individual hall or complex. MSU regulations allow students to decorate their rooms/ Hall staff has the right to remove unauthorized material placed on apartments, the painting of walls, doors, door facings, and other residence hall bulletin boards. All posted material not directly related fixtures in the room is strictly prohibited. Waterbeds or water to University organizations or University functions should be chairs are not permitted because of their excessive weight and submitted to the residence hall office for approval before being potential for damage to University and personal property. posted. If a student orders food from one of the local carry-out Disassembly or removal of University furniture is not permitted. restaurants, s/he must give his/her name and pick up food at the main entrance when called.
Tobacco: In accordance with University policies, the use of tobacco products in any University facility is prohibited and is limited to established campus smoking areas.
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Violations: I. The committee’s duties and responsibilities are: Students found in violation of University and/or residence hall a. To hear appeals of library fines and fees assessments filed policies and regulations can expect appropriate disciplinary by library patrons. measures to be imposed. Disciplinary measures for violations b. To uphold or deny appeals, with decisions of the include community restitution assignments, educational committee being final. programming assignments, residence hall dismissal, loss of II. The chairperson and vice-chairperson shall be elected by the visitation, or other appropriate sanctions. Students who are found committee membership. Duties and responsibilities of the in violation of residence hall policies and are issued the sanction of chairperson are: dismissal from the residence hall will forfeit residence hall fees. a. To set a date and time to review the appeal; the appellant may appear before the committee to present his/her case. Visitation policy: b. To notify appellant of the date, place, and time of the Visitation allows students to have members of the opposite sex visit hearing. in their rooms at specified times. This policy supports the co- c. To notify appellant of the committee’s decision. curricular process by creating an environment that supports III. Committee rules: academic, personal, and social development. It gives students the a. The committee shall meet in a designated location on a chance to socialize or study with others in their own private space. monthly basis, in conjunction with regularly scheduled Visitation is intended for University students and their guests. Library Committee meetings if possible. All appeals, with Visitation is restricted to specific times, and students should contact the exception of those filed at or near the end of the their residence hall director to obtain specific information related to semester, will be heard within 30 days of the filing date. visitation in a specific building. Those filed near the end of the semester will be heard within 30 days of the beginning of the following term. In addition to the benefits of visitation, there are also b. All committee votes and deliberations will be held in strict responsibilities based on consideration for other residents. Before confidence by all committee members. inviting guests a student should get consent from his/her c. Decisions regarding appeals will be determined by roommate(s). A roommate's right to privacy takes precedence over committee vote. A quorum of three members must be a student's desire to entertain guests. The number of visitors a present to render a vote. If the chairperson is absent, the student has in the room at one time should depend on the size of vice-chairperson will preside. A simple majority of those the room, the activity and the time of day. The hall staff may ask voting shall determine the decision. students to limit the number of guests they have at one time. Each d. The committee will not be a collection or an enforcement visitor of the opposite sex must be the guest of a person in the agency. The committee’s decisions will be to uphold or residence hall, and must be escorted to and from the room by the deny the appeal. host or hostess. A member of the hall staff may ask a guest to leave IV. Appeal procedures: for violation of any regulation, and the visitor may be denied or a. Before an appeal is filed, a discussion with the Head of given restricted privileges through established University discipline Access Services, or a designee, should take place. If an procedures. The Housing Office has the right to alter the visitation agreement cannot be reached, the patron may wish to file schedule of a hall in cases of widespread abuse; and the hall an appeal. director, upon consultation with the Assistant Vice President/Dean b. The appeal may be filed in the Dean’s office or the Access of Students, may suspend visitation in the hall until regulation Services Department, using an appeals form provided. The compliance is assured. patron record will be modified to show the fines/fees being appealed, and all holds and other limitations on Weight Lifting Equipment: library use will be removed until the appeal is decided. Students wishing to store weights in their residence hall assignment c. The Dean of Library Services, or in his/her absence the must limit them to weights weighing ten pounds or less. Heavier Head of Access Services or designee, is required to submit weights are not allowed in the residence hall. all appeals to the chairperson of the committee within three working days after the appeal is filed. Appendix K d. Appeals shall be heard once a month on a regular schedule Camden-Carroll Library fines/fees appeals procedure during the fall and spring semesters, with a 10-day notice to appellants. The cut-off date for appeals each month will A Fines and Fees Appeals Committee shall be appointed by the be 2 weeks in advance of the hearing date. Appeals Library Committee, which is a University standing committee. received after that date will be addressed at the next It shall be a subcommittee of the Library Committee and month’s hearing. consist of Library Committee members. The membership will e. The appellant may appear in person at the hearing, and is be composed of one student, one faculty member, one MSU allowed one other person to appear on the appellant’s staff member, one librarian, and the Dean of Library Services behalf. Any evidence the appellant wishes to submit may or his/her representative. A circulation department be presented, provided it is valid and relevant in respect to representative will be a nonvoting member. The library the appeal. department head of the area from which the appellant’s case f. If the appellant informs the Head of Access Services originated may be invited to the proceedings. within a week of the hearing that he/she is not able to attend for a justifiable reason, the Head of Access Services
97 The disease is spread through air droplets and direct contact may allow the appellant the opportunity to appear at the with someone who’s infected. That includes: coughing, kissing, next scheduled meeting. and sharing cigarettes, utensils, cups, or lip balm – anything an g. If the appellant fails to appear at the first scheduled hearing infected person touches with his or her mouth. Students can without informing the Committee OR if the appellant is reduce their risk by considering vaccination and/or by not not present at the second scheduled hearing, the committee sharing certain things: utensils, beverages, cigarettes, etc. Most will make a decision based on the information available. cases occur in late winter or early spring when college students h. The Head of Access Services, or designee, and the are away at school. appellant will be notified of the committee’s decision within three working days of the hearing. Consider Vaccination: Copies will be distributed as follows: Immunization can prevent up to 80 percent of meningococcal White—Committee; Yellow—Access Services; Pink—Appellant meningitis cases in adolescents and young adults: The vaccine is safe and effective against four of the five types of the bacteria Appendix L responsible for meningococcal meningitis in the United States Meningococcal Disease – Meningitis and for the majority of cases in the college-age population. As with all vaccines, there may be minor reactions (pain and Guidelines on institutional response to Meningococcal meningitis: redness at the injection site or a mild fever). Morehead State University provides information about Information Source: National Meningitis Association Meningococcal meningitis disease consistent with the Centers for Disease Control guidelines to all freshmen and students living in Disclaimer: resident housing. Information is provided by way of the student The text presented on Meningitis is for informational purposes. handbook that is located on MSU webpage. The Director of Do not use this information to diagnosis or treat a health Counseling and Health Services is responsible for monitoring the problem. Consult your health care provider if you have any University’s compliance to KRS 164.2865 and KRS 164.2867 questions or concerns in connection with information presented. Information is presented on vaccines so you can make an College Students at Special Risk: informed decision regarding vaccination. Overall, cases of this disease among adolescents and young adults have increased by nearly 60 percent since the early 1990s. Appendix M Lifestyle factors common among college students seem to be linked to the disease: crowded living situations such as Sexual Misconduct dormitories, going to bars, smoking, and irregular sleep habits. Freshmen living in dormitories are up to six times more likely to Sexual Misconduct Guidance (pursuant to UAR 337) get the disease than other people. Morehead State University is committed to creating and maintaining a College Student Immunization Recommendations: community where all individuals who participate in University The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, American programs and activities can work and learn together in an atmosphere College Health Association, and American Academy of free of harassment, exploitation, or intimidation. Morehead State Pediatrics recommend that: College students and their parents University will not tolerate sexual misconduct in any form. Such acts should be told about the risk of meningococcal meningitis and are prohibited by University rules, as well as state and federal laws. the benefits of immunization. The vaccine should be made Individuals who the University determines more likely than not available to students who ask to be immunized. engaged in these types of behaviors are subject to penalties up to and including dismissal or separation from Morehead State University, Find Out More: regardless of whether they are also facing criminal or civil charges in a For more information about meningococcal meningitis and the court of law. vaccine that can help prevent it, visit the following Web sites: National Meningitis Association, www.nmaus.org Morehead State University is committed to complying with state law, Meningitis Foundation of America, www.musa.org Title VII, as well as Title IX and related laws including the Jeanne American College Health Association, www.acha.org Clery Act (Clery Act) and the Campus Sexual Violence Elimination Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, www.cdc.gov Act (SaVE Act). University Administrative Regulation (UAR) 337 (www.moreheadstate.edu/uar) is adopted to prevent, investigate and For medical advice about the meningococcal vaccine, consult respond to incidents of sexual misconduct, including sexual your physician, college health service, or local public health harassment, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and department. stalking. These guidelines apply to all members of the University community. The University will respond promptly and effectively to Be Alert: Early Flu-Like Symptoms: reports of sexual misconduct, and will take appropriate action to Meningococcal meningitis is often misdiagnosed because its prevent, to correct, and when necessary, to discipline behavior that early signs are much like those of the flu or migraines. violates this UAR on Sexual Misconduct. Different forms of sexual Symptoms may include high fever, headache, stiff neck, misconduct addressed in the UAR include: confusion, nausea, vomiting, and exhaustion. Later, after the disease has taken hold, a rash may appear. If any of these • Sexual Harassment can take one of two forms. The first symptoms are present and are unusually sudden and severe, call form involves unwelcome verbal, electronic, physical a physician or the college student health center. Don’t wait. and/or visual conduct based on sex, which both (1) unreasonably interferes with a person’s work or educational How Meningitis Is Spread: performance, and (2) creates an environment that both a
98 reasonable person and the specific person being harassed his/her understanding of the act is affected by a physical or would find intimidating, hostile or offensive. mental impairment. Consent must be given with rational and reasonable judgment, so if the survivor was physically • Sexual Assault refers to any sexual act directed against another person, forcibly and/or against the person’s will; or incapacitated from the consumption of alcohol or drugs, not forcibly or against the person’s will where the survivor unconsciousness, or any other kind of inability, consent is incapable of giving consent, as well as incest or statutory cannot be obtained.
rape. If a sexual assault occurs: • Domestic Violence & Dating Violence refer to violence committed by a person who is or has been in a committed If a person has been sexually assaulted, he/she should take one of the and/or social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature following actions immediately. with the survivor. • Stalking occurs when someone engages in a course of 1. Report an incident occurring on campus to the University Police by conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a calling 911 from on campus or 783-2035 from off campus. Report an reasonable person to fear for his or her safety or the safety incident occurring off campus by calling 911 to contact Morehead City of others, or suffer substantial emotional distress. Police, Rowan County Sheriff, or Kentucky State Police as appropriate. • Sexual exploitation occurs when someone takes sexual advantage of another person for the benefit of anyone 2. Contact a crisis counselor by calling the University Counseling Center other than that person without that person’s consent (i.e. at 783-2123, or after hours by calling the University Police at 783-2035, recording images or audio, distributing images, or viewing and requesting to speak with a crisis counselor. A crisis counselor will be able to: another person’s sexual activity, intimate body parts or
nakedness without that person’s consent). a. Provide the immediate psychological support the victim needs.
Sexual misconduct is unwelcome conduct. Unwelcome conduct does not have to include intent to harm, be directed at a specific target or b. Assure that the victim receives proper medical attention. involve repeated incidents, and can involve persons of the same or opposite sex. Participation in conduct or the failure to complain does c. Provide support to the victim if the victim chooses to report the not always mean the conduct was welcome. The fact that a person crime to the University Police. has welcomed some conduct does not necessarily mean a person 3. Seek medical attention at the Counseling and Health Services on welcomed other conduct. Similarly, the fact that a person may have campus or at the emergency room of St. Claire Regional Medical Center. invited, requested or otherwise consented to conduct on one occasion does not necessarily mean the conduct is welcome on a later Victims should select the quickest and most appropriate option occasion. possible. It is important not to delay. Seeking help immediately is critical. Permissible sexual conduct requires consent. Consent is an affirmative, knowing, unambiguous, and conscious decision by each There are important reasons that the victim should receive immediate participant to engage in mutually agreed upon sexual activity. medical attention. A victim may be in shock and unaware of the severity of physical injuries. Tests are administered that will alleviate fears about • Consent is voluntary. It must be given without coercion, sexually transmitted diseases and pregnancy. Evidence will be collected force, threats, or intimidation. Consent means positive and can be used if the victim chooses to file charges. Contact the MSU cooperation in the act or expression of intent to engage in Police Department in 100 Laughlin Bldg, call 606-783-2035 or visit the act pursuant to an exercise of free will. Even though www.moreheadstate.edu/police for additional information. consent does not necessarily need to be verbal, relying purely on non-verbal communication can lead to It is important to preserve evidence so that successful criminal prosecution remains an misunderstandings. So, a spoken agreement is the most option. clearly indicated form of consent. It may not, in any way, The survivor of a sexual assault should not wash, shower or bathe, douche, brush teeth, be inferred from silence, passivity, lack of resistance or comb hair, or change clothes prior to a medical exam or treatment. If a survivor has lack of an active response alone. Assuming that consent removed the clothing he/she was wearing during the assault prior to seeking medical was given by the absence of a “no” is wrong. treatment, that clothing should be placed in a brown paper, not plastic, bag and taken • Consent is revocable. Consent to some form of sexual to the hospital when treatment is sought. If the survivor is still wearing the clothes that activity does not imply consent to other forms of sexual he/she was wearing during an assault, he/she should bring a change of clothes with activity. Consent to sexual activity on one occasion is not him/her to the hospital so that the clothes containing possible evidence can be preserved consent to engage in sexual activity on another occasion. A and examined for evidence of the crime. current or previous dating or sexual relationship, by itself, is not sufficient to constitute consent. Even in the context Evidence of violence, such as bruising or other visible injuries following of a relationship, there must be mutual consent to engage an incident of sexual assault should be documented by photographs. in sexual activity. Consent must be ongoing throughout a Evidence of stalking, including any communications such as written sexual encounter and can be revoked at any time. Once notes, email, voicemail, or other electronic communications sent by consent is withdrawn, the sexual activity must stop the stalker, should be saved and not altered in any way. immediately. • Consent cannot be given when a person is incapacitated. A Reporting Sexual Misconduct: person cannot consent if he/she is unconscious or coming in and out of consciousness. A person cannot consent if MSU strongly encourages persons who have experienced sexual he/she is under the threat of violence, bodily injury or misconduct, or knows of someone who has experienced sexual other forms of coercion. A person cannot consent if
99 misconduct, to report the incident. Administrative responses/actions 1. Official Report: Persons are strongly encouraged to make an to allegations of sexual misconduct will be reported to, coordinated official report of any incident of sexual misconduct regardless of and/or monitored by, MSU’s Title IX Coordinator (in Human whether the incident occurred on or off campus. Official reports can Resources Office). In case of an emergency or ongoing threat, a be made directly to the Title IX Coordinator or a Deputy Coordinator survivor should get to a safe location and call 911 or 606-783- through a written statement or an appointment. Official reporting 2035. Calling 911 will put the caller in touch with local police. Calling initiates a course of immediate action. In cases where a complainant 606-783-2035 will put the caller in touch with university police. states he/she does not want to pursue a formal complaint, the ability of MSU to investigate may be limited. Even if a complainant does Responsible Employees. MSU considers certain people to be not want to pursue an investigation, under some circumstances the “Responsible Employees” which means they are MSU employees Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Coordinator may have a legal who are required to report alleged sexual misconduct. Victims are obligation to investigate a complaint, such as when there is a risk to encouraged to speak with a Responsible Employee to make reports the campus community if the accused remains on campus. If a of sexual misconduct. The following persons are “Responsible person decides to make an official report, a detailed (written, typed, Employees” under this policy: MSU’s Title IX Coordinator, MSU’s emailed, or handwritten) statement of the alleged incident(s) should Deputy Title IX Coordinators, the President of MSU, members of be submitted to the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Coordinator. the President’s Cabinet, General Counsel, fulltime President’s Office This formal statement should be signed and dated. The statement staff, fulltime Provost’s Office staff, all Vice Presidents’ offices staff, should be as specific as possible; including dates, times, locations, a Academic Deans and Chairs, Faculty, Dean of Students, Director of description of the alleged misconduct and the name(s) of the accused Student Activities, Inclusion & Leadership Development and staff, person(s). It should further provide a list of any person(s) who may Coordinator of Student Organizations Leadership Development and have information that would be helpful to the investigation and Greek Life and staff, Coordinator of Student Activities Programming review. The Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Coordinator will & Student Engagement and staff, Coordinator of Student Leadership promptly investigate all formal reports.
& Advocacy and staff, the Director and Assistant Director of 2. Confidential Disclosure: Despite MSU’s strong interest in having Housing & Residence Education and staff, all residence hall persons report complaints of sexual misconduct, it is understood that personnel including student staff members, all administrators and not everyone is prepared to make an official report to MSU. Help staff of the Craft Academy, all advisors to students, all university may be sought from certain resources that are not required to reveal advisors to student organizations, all academic staff in student private, personally identifiable information unless there is cause for support programs, the Athletic Director, Assistant Athletic Directors, fear for the survivor’s safety or the safety of others. If a person Athletic Trainers, all Athletic Coaches, Human Resources Staff, desires that details of the incident be kept confidential, contact should Disability Services Coordinator, International Student Services be made with counselors or other providers who can maintain Director and staff, Career Services staff, and all Campus Police confidentiality, such as MSU Counseling and Health Services and the personnel. Sexual Assault Response Team (SART). Such professionals generally
are not legally required to report personally identifiable information Any member of the MSU community can file a report. If a survivor given in confidence unless given permission. If the survivor chooses shares an incident of sexual misconduct with a Responsible not to pursue a judicial process option (e.g., criminal charges), Employee, he or she needs to know that it is the Responsible generally no further action will be taken unless the professional who Employee’s obligation to notify the Title IX Coordinator or Deputy receives the concern believes there is an imminent threat to the Coordinator of the incident immediately. survivor or others. Persons who disclose incidents of sexual
Reporting Timeframe misconduct to counselors, clergy or other providers who can legally maintain confidentiality should discuss whether to have that
counselor, advocate or provider report the misconduct to MSU and Any person may file a complaint of sexual misconduct at any time. request interim measures required by Title IX, or request discretionary Early reporting is encouraged to preserve evidence and provide the support measures from MSU without reporting the survivor with information regarding rights, options and resources nature of the conduct. available under this UAR and federal/state laws.
3. Requests via a Counselor, Clergy or other Provider: A survivor MSU will provide survivors of sexual misconduct with information may have his/her counselor, clergy or other provider who can legally about available support services and resources, and also assist maintain confidentiality request interim measures from MSU on the survivors in notifying law enforcement, including the local police, if a survivor’s behalf. The request may trigger MSU’s obligation to survivor elects to do so. Survivors are not required to report to area investigate. To the extent a counselor, clergy or other provider makes law enforcement in order to receive assistance from or pursue a disclosure but, consistent with the survivor’s wishes, asks MSU not options within MSU. Reporting sexual misconduct to the police does to investigate or otherwise notify the accused of the report, the Title not commit the survivor to further legal action. However, the earlier IX Coordinator or Deputy Coordinators will consider whether an incident is reported, the easier it will be for the police to he/she can honor the request while still providing a safe and investigate if the survivor decides to proceed with criminal charges. nondiscriminatory environment for all students, faculty and staff, and
Reporting Options to take interim measures to protect the survivor as needed.
Confidentiality MSU may investigate sexual misconduct even without a formal complaint whenever it is known or there is reasonable cause to Reports and personal information will be kept as confidential as believe that sexual misconduct has occurred. possible to the extent the law allows and to the extent confidentiality
100 is consistent with MSU’s need to protect the safety of the MSU someone get away from a potential offender and call the community. Complete confidentiality cannot be promised as MSU local authorities. will need to thoroughly investigate the case and may need to share • Intervene – with reinforcements. If it is determined that it is some information with relevant administrators of MSU in order to safe to intervene, bystanders are likely to have a greater further protect and prevent incidents. Reports to law enforcement influence on the parties involved when they work together may be shared with MSU’s Title IX Coordinator or Deputy with one or more other persons. Safety is increased when Coordinators. MSU may be required by law to publish non- bystanders stay with a group of friends they know well. identifying information in campus crime statistics. Remember 911 is often the best way to intervene if there is a question of safety for anyone. All MSU employees (with the exception of those who may be bound by confidentiality laws or privileges such as counselors) must share all Written Notice of Rights and Options – see UAR 337 reports of sexual misconduct with the Title IX Coordinator or a (www.moreheadstate.edu/uar) Deputy Coordinator so the matter may be investigated and a determination made whether steps are needed to ensure the safety of Interim Measures and Accommodations the MSU community. To protect a person’s rights and personal safety, interim measures will It is the survivor’s choice as to whether he/she participates in an be available to protect persons from any kind of retaliation or investigation; however, MSU may proceed with an investigation threatening situations during and after the investigation process. without the survivor’s participation. These measures include but are not limited to changes in class schedules; living or working arrangements; safety escorts; parking Drug and Alcohol Amnesty arrangements; dining arrangements; and resources for professional counseling. Regardless of whether a person reports an incident of MSU offers amnesty (immunity) to students who may have violated sexual misconduct to law enforcement or pursues any formal action, MSU’s policies concerning the use of drugs and/or alcohol at the if a report of such an incident is made to MSU, MSU is committed to time of the incident when he/she became a survivor of, or witnessed, providing a victim a learning or working environment that is as safe sexual misconduct. Therefore, no MSU alcohol or drug charges are as possible. applied to a student who reports that he or she was under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs at the time of a sexual misconduct Appropriate measures and accommodations are determined on a incident. case-by-case basis. In those instances where interim measures affect both a survivor and the accused, MSU will minimize the burden on The purpose of this section is to encourage reporting. Survivors or the survivor wherever appropriate. If an off-campus counselor, bystanders (witnesses) should not let their use of alcohol or drugs provider or advocate seeks any of the above-listed interim measures deter them from reporting an incident. When conducting the without disclosing that sexual misconduct is the basis for the request, investigation, MSU’s primary focus will be addressing the sexual MSU will consider the request consistent with its general policy of misconduct violation and not alcohol/drug use violations that may allowing counselors, providers and advocates to seek such measures be discovered or disclosed. However, MSU may provide referrals to for survivors of trauma without requiring that the nature of trauma be counseling and may require educational options on drugs and disclosed. MSU is also committed to ensuring that orders of alcohol, rather than disciplinary sanctions, in such cases. protection issued by courts are upheld on all MSU-owned, used and controlled property, as well as properties immediately adjacent to Bystander Intervention MSU. Therefore, if any member of the MSU community obtains an order of protection or restraining order, he/she should promptly inform the Title IX Coordinator and provide him/her with a copy of MSU strongly encourages bystanders to “step up” on behalf of that order so MSU can enforce it. MSU is also committed to another person’s wellbeing and safety. The reporting options listed in protecting survivors from further harm, and if MSU determines that a this policy are available for bystanders as well. There are also safe and person’s presence on campus poses a danger to one or more positive options for bystanders who intervene during an incident in members of the MSU community, an institutional “No Contact” or order to prevent harm when there is a risk or act of violence. All “No Trespass” order barring that person from MSU property may be persons should: issued.
• Be aware of their surroundings, trust their instincts, assume Investigation and Hearing Process - see UAR 337 personal responsibility and take verbal or physical action. (www.moreheadstate.edu/uar) Persons should not assume that someone else will help. • Assess the situation. Decide the safest response for all MSU’s Title IX Coordinator or Deputy Coordinator will investigate involved. Gauge whether the situation requires calling alleged violations of this UAR regardless of whether the conduct is authorities. When deciding to intervene, personal safety alleged to have occurred on-campus or off-campus. Each report must should be the #1 priority. When in doubt, call for help. be evaluated on a case-by-case basis, taking into account the relevant Other possible people to contact for assistance in helping circumstances of each case. The investigation process may include are faculty, staff, supervisors, counselors, etc. interviews, reviewing student and/or employee files, and gathering • Decide whether to use direct or indirect action to resolve and examining other relevant evidence. The investigation process will the problem. For example: (Direct Action) Point out be balanced and fair and give both the accused and the complainant someone’s behavior in a manner that will help de-escalate the chance to discuss his/her involvement in the reported incident. the situation; talk to a friend to ensure he/she is okay; call Allegations of sexual misconduct will not be referred to informal the police; (Indirect Action) Make up an excuse to help mediation.
101 If the investigation concludes that evidence exists to suggest that a unless circumstances require more time, in which case the Title IX violation of this UAR more likely than not occurred, the case will be Coordinator will advise the parties of the need for more time. The referred for a hearing before MSU’s Sexual Misconduct Hearing Title IX Coordinator will notify the parties of the outcome of the Panel which shall consist of five members of the Sexual Harassment appeal. Hearing Board. The MSU General Counsel or his/her designee shall serve as legal advisor to the Sexual Misconduct Board and the No Retaliation or Deterrence for Filing Reports Hearing Panel. MSU strictly prohibits retaliation for making a report under this Hearings will be closed to the public an each party will have the same policy or participating in an investigation or hearing under this policy. hearing rights outlined in UAR 337 (www.moreheadstate.edu/uar). Examples of retaliation include, but are not limited to a face-to-face Hearings shall be recorded, and testimony shall be sworn. MSU may threat, a digital message and/or physical intimidation. Retaliation can accommodate concerns for the personal safety, well-being and/or be by someone other than the accused. Any person who feels they fears of participants during the hearing by providing separate have been retaliated against as a result of a report under this UAR facilities, by using a visual screen and/or by permitting participation should contact the Title IX Coordinator immediately. by telephone, video conference or other means as appropriate. Following a hearing, the Sexual Misconduct Panel will deliberate in Consenting relationships private and determine whether, given the evidence and testimony presented, it is more likely than not that a violation of this policy Consenting romantic and sexual relationships between faculty/staff occurred. Possible hearing outcomes for students include, but are not and student or between supervisor and employee are a fact of the limited to changes to class schedules; changes to living arrangements; adult University community. Nevertheless, while such relationships suspension, separation or expulsion from MSU; and for all reporting are not forbidden, they may be deemed unwise—especially in the incident to MSU police. Faculty and staff may be reprimanded, situations in which there is a power differential between the superior suspended without pay, or removed from employment. The measure and subordinate, as in a faculty member’s power to confer grades, taken will depend upon the individual circumstances. praise, etc. Therefore, all individuals are specifically warned against the possible costs of even an apparently consenting relationship. A As a general rule, MSU will complete the investigation and hearing faculty/staff member who enters into a sexual relationship with a process within sixty (60) calendar days from receipt of a report. student or a supervisor with a subordinate, where a professional However, MSU may extend that time frame under special power differential exists, must realize that, if a charge of sexual circumstances such as complex cases requiring extensive investigation harassment is made, it will be exceedingly difficult to prove and breaks occurring between academic periods making relevant immunity on grounds of mutual consent. In other words, the parties or officials unavailable. MSU will work to keep extensions to a University body charged with investigating or adjudicating claims of minimum and will keep the parties informed of the status of their sexual harassment may be expected to be somewhat unsympathetic case. MSU will inform both parties in writing of the outcome of the to a defense based upon consent where the facts establish that a investigation and/or hearing within seven (7) business days of the faculty/staff-student or supervisor-subordinate power differential investigation and/or hearing’s conclusion. Notice of the outcome exists. will include key findings and any penalties or protective measures directly related to the party. Appendix N Missing Student Procedures Survivors always have the option to file a criminal report in addition to or in lieu of a report under this policy. In no case should a survivor be dissuaded from reporting sexual misconduct to law enforcement. Regardless whether a survivor If any person has reason to believe that a student who resides in on-campus elects to file a criminal report, MSU will conduct a separate investigation of its housing is missing (absence is out of character, contrary to pattern, and/or own consistent with this policy. If the accused is not affiliated with MSU, an suspected unusual or concerning circumstances), he or she should immediately notify the Office of Housing at (606) 783-2060 or the MSU investigation will still be conducted. Throughout the process, arrangements will be Police Department (MSUPD) at (606) 783-2035. made to prevent the parties from having direct contact or communication with each other. The Title IX Coordinator will keep a record of the hearing and The Office of Housing considers the safety and security of student residents investigation process for each case. to be a primary concern. In addition to registering a general emergency contact, students residing in on-campus housing will have the option to Once a decision has been made and both parties have been notified complete a “missing person contact” form as a part of the check-in process. of the outcome, either party may appeal that outcome (including This form is separate from the emergency contact form so that the student punishment) to MSU Appeals Board. Appeals must be received by may privately identify individuals to be contacted by MSU in the event the the Title IX Coordinator no later than five (5) calendar days after the student is determined to be missing. A student’s missing person contact information will be accessible only by authorized campus officials and law date the underlying decision is issued. Appeals received after the enforcement in the course of the investigation. deadline will not be processed. Appeals should be marked “confidential” and submitted by hand delivery or by email or mail to In the event a student resident is considered to be missing for more than 24 the Title IX Coordinator. hours, the Office of Housing will notify MSUPD who will initiate an investigation and coordinate subsequent actions. The official determination Both parties will be notified in writing by the Title IX Coordinator that the student is missing can be made at any time by MSUPD. Upon that an appeal was received. The burden of proof lies with the MSUPD determination that the student is missing, MSUPD will notify the appellant. MSU Appeals Board will assess and decide the appeal student’s contact(s) within 24 hours. If the missing student is under the age of based on the investigation and hearing record from the previous 18 and is not an emancipated individual, MSU will notify the student’s parent levels within twenty-one (21) calendar days of receiving the appeal, or legal guardian.
Source: U.S. Department of Education, Office of Postsecondary Education, The Handbook for Campus Safety and Security Reporting, 2016 Edition, Washington, D.C., 2016.
102 Acceptable Use Guidelines: Appendix O 1. Administrative data base managers and data custodians have
primary responsibility for insuring that access to data in the Technology Security Policy - Policy PG-55 modules under their control and responsibility is restricted to
those people with authorized access. Requests for official Purpose: University information in any format should be routed through To establish acceptable guidelines for technology resource use by the appropriate data custodian with consultation of MSU legal Morehead State University (MSU) faculty, staff, students, and counsel as necessary to assure compliance with privacy laws sponsored guests; to establish and ensure adherence to best- (FERPA & HIPAA) and/or state and federal open records laws. practice technology security policies and procedures; and to ensure compliance with state, federal, and local laws and 2. Access and use of University resources is limited to faculty, regulations staff, students, and sponsored guests. This includes access of the wireless network, email system, telephone system, desktop Administration of Policy: computers, and all other technology resources owned or controlled The Division of Planning, Budgets, and Technology is by the University regardless of method of access or physical responsible for the maintenance of this policy. Review by the location. President’s cabinet and approval of the Morehead State 3. University technology resources shall be reserved for the official University Board of Regents are required to make changes to academic, business, or service functions of the University. this policy. Personal use of MSU technology resources for consulting, self- employment, or employment by other agencies is prohibited. Definitions: 4. Compliance with state, federal, and local laws, rulings, and Technology Users & Resources – Morehead State University regulations must be maintained by all technology users at faculty, staff, students, and sponsored guests using email, voice Morehead State University. mail, pagers, cell phones, PDAs, network access, desktop 5. In order to ensure MSU faculty, staff, and students have computers, portable computers, wireless network access, access to safe and reliable technology resources, the integrity printing resources, fax services, central computing resources, and operational stability of technology resources must be telephones, cable television, and all other technology resources maintained. not included herein owned by the University. This policy applies to technology users located at the MSU main campus, at regional campuses, and users accessing MSU owned resources via remote connections such as dialup, internet, or virtual private network (VPN) access. Data Custodian – MSU employee assigned management responsibility for oversight of official University data that could include, but is not limited to, student records, financial records, personnel records, alumni records, inventory or facility information. For example, the Registrar is the data custodian for student academic records. Authorized Access – permission granted to a technology user by a data custodian and/or appropriate supervisor to access technology resources for instructional, educational, research, or employment-related responsibilities. Sponsored Guests – Individuals, associations, clubs, vendors, contractors, or other entities having a business, educational, fund- raising, or other affiliation with the University resulting in access to Morehead State University technology resources. Examples would be auxiliary service contract holders with office space on the MSU campus; retired faculty and staff; or federal, state, or local programs with offices located on MSU’s campus. University Need – includes University administration’s determination that probable cause exists that established security policies or procedures; University acceptable use and/or professional conduct policies and standards; or state, federal, or local laws and regulations have been violated, or are being violated. University Need may also exist to satisfy commitments or fulfill requirements of a business necessity. Business Necessity – includes, but is not limited to, a civil suit, preservation order, subpoena or discovery of e-documents or open records request.
103 Department and University legal counsel shall be notified at Prohibited conduct: once. The following conduct is prohibited (this list is not intended to be all inclusive): With University Need, the University may monitor, inspect, 1. Copying University-owned or licensed software for personal or transfer, archive or copy data, correspondence, documents, or external use without prior written approval by the University other information both stored and in real time on any and all and/or licensee. technology resources owned by Morehead State University. The 2. Copying or modifying University-owned data files without University may disconnect from the campus network technology authorized access. resources found to be in conflict with acceptable use guidelines. 3. Attempting to damage or disrupt operation of computing The University may take other appropriate action where illegal or equipment, communications equipment, or communications improper usage is determined such as seizing technology lines. equipment to facilitate forensic analysis by law enforcement and 4. Attempting to capture network traffic by any means to preserve evidence in civil or criminal proceedings. including packet sniffing, or direct connection to the physical or wireless network infrastructure. Morehead State University is the owner all data/information 5. Using University technology resources for purposes other stored on email, voice mail, centralized storage, and desktop than those intended by granting access to technology resources computers. The data/information remains subject to all state and to unauthorized persons, even if those persons are members of federal copy write laws and the University’s intellectual property the University community. policy. Personal information should not be stored on University 6. Using University technology resources in self-employment owned systems and is subject to inspection in the same manner activities unless authorized in accordance with University policy as University information. With University Need, the University and procedures. Technology users may not use University has the right to monitor, extend, limit, restrict, or deny access to technology resources to advertise for any commercial purposes. its technology resources. 7. Failing to protect an account, business process, and/or any form of sensitive data, including hard copy and electronic Access of a technology user’s email or other electronic records media, from unauthorized access. Sharing of a user ID and shall only be done at the request of a Vice President, University associated password or deliberately leaving a logged in account legal counsel, or the President; or to comply with a court order unattended is prohibited. presented by a recognized state, federal, or local law enforcement agency. 8. Installing unlicensed software on MSU computer equipment. 9. Using MSU technology resources to gain unauthorized access to other technology resources (regardless of ownership or Those found to have violated state, local, or federal laws or location), to engage in illegal activity, or to violate MSU policies, University policies, rules, or regulations, may have their regulations, or rules. electronic access suspended and/or be suspended from employment with or without pay or be dismissed from 10. Sending email with a false return address or account ID, sending harassing email or inappropriate email messages, employment, enrollment or association with the University in sending harassing or inappropriate text messages, making accordance with University policies. The University reserves the harassing or inappropriate phone calls, or otherwise creating a right to impose charges for the expenses incurred in such hostile work or academic environment via a technology actions. All violations of state, federal, or local laws will be resource. Sending chain mail or unauthorized mass mailings is reported to law enforcement immediately. prohibited. 11. Operating an unauthorized device or service including Appendix P peer to peer hosts, radio frequency broadcast stations, Return of Title IV funds if a student withdraws from streaming video servers, wireless access points, or any other Morehead State University technology resource that may conflict with or impair MSU’s technology resources. When a student who receives financial aid withdraws from the 12. Except in conjunction with a bona fide, research project or University, a determination must be made as to how much, if other academic undertaking, a user shall not knowingly use any, of the federal and/or institutional funds must be returned. University-owned or leased computer equipment to access, The date used to calculate credits or repayments is the date the download, print or store any information infrastructure files or student officially notified the school of the intent to withdraw, or services that depict nudity, sexual activity, sexual excitement or the midpoint of the term for which the student had been charged intimate sexual acts. if the student did not notify the school or begin the withdrawal 13. Failing to protect sensitive or mission critical data from process. For students who receive Title IV funds (federal loss or theft. It is the user’s responsibility to take reasonable financial assistance) and withdraw during a term of enrollment, precautions safeguard mission critical and/or sensitive data the amount of financial aid they have earned up to that point is on their desktop or portable computer’s hard drive. determined by a specific formula. If a student receives less assistance than the amount they earned at the time of withdrawal, Violations Administrative and/or Legal Actions: they will be able to receive any additional funds due them. If a Violations of PG-55 Technical Resource Acceptable Use policy student receives more assistance than they earned at the time of should be reported to the Director of Information Technology withdrawal, the excess funds must be returned to the appropriate who shall coordinate administrative action in accordance with federal program(s). The amount of assistance a student earns is University policy. If state, local, or federal laws, rules, or determined on a pro-rata basis. Pro-rata refund calculations regulations are being or have been violated, the University Police apply to any student who is attending this institution and withdraws within 60 percent into the term of enrollment for which the student has received Title IV federal financial aid. Once a student has completed more than 60 percent of the term
104 of enrollment, all of their Title IV financial aid has been earned. by the person who has received the University traffic If a student receives excess funds that must be returned, the assessment for a parking violation at the Traffic Office in school must return a portion to the appropriate federal Room 100, Laughlin Health Building. Appeals must be program(s) of the excess equal to the lesser of: filed within 10 calendar days after the assessment has been • The institutional charges multiplied by the unearned issued. The appeal form must remain in the Traffic Office. percentage of the student’s funds, or The appellant may wish to discuss the assessment with the • The entire amount of the excess funds. Chief of Police to determine if a decision can be reached that is acceptable to both parties. If the decision of the If the school is not required to return all of the excess funds, the Chief of Police in regard to the assessment is not student must return the remaining amount. Any loan funds that a acceptable to the appellant, the appellant may wish to student must return, the student (or parent for PLUS loan) will appeal the assessment to the Traffic Appeals Committee. repay in accordance with the terms of the promissory note. The The appellant is not required to discuss the assessment student will make scheduled payments to the holder of the loan with the Chief of Police. The appellant may also file the over a period of time. If a student is responsible for returning grant appeal at the Traffic Office for forwarding to the funds, they do not have to return the full amount. The law committee without discussion with the Chief of Police. provides that students who have to repay grant assistance, due to The appellant, following either one of the two procedures withdrawal, are not required to return 50 percent of the grant stated above, is required to file the appeal within 10 days assistance. If students or parents believe that individual after the issuance of the assessment. Failure to appeal an circumstances warrant exceptions from the published policy and assessment within this time frame will render an appeal wish to appeal, they may contact the Vice President for Student invalid. Each assessment must be appealed separately. Success. If students who received financial aid are considering a B. The Chief of Police is expected to submit all appeals to be withdrawal, they may contact the Office of Financial Aid to discuss decided to the committee. the return of Title IV funds process. C. Written appeals will be acted on by the committee at regularly scheduled meetings. Decisions will be rendered Appendix Q without personal hearings. D. Appeals acted upon will be handled as follows: Traffic Appeals Committee 1. Appeal is upheld—Chief of Police is notified to refund the assessment and properly notify the appellant. The Traffic Appeals Committee is an ad hoc committee 2. Appeal is denied—Assessment is returned to the Chief appointed by the Vice President for Student Success. of Police for proper notification of the appellant and The committee’s duties and responsibilities are: collection of the assessment. Notifications shall be sent 1. To facilitate appeals of University traffic assessments by campus mail or U.S. mail within a reasonable time brought by persons in the University community (faculty, after the decision is made. staff, and students) who have been assessed fines for parking violations as owners and/or operators of motor vehicles.
2. To set a date and time for the appeals to be reviewed. Appendix R 3. To uphold or deny appeals based solely on the merit of the Deadly weapons/destructive devices policy case in accordance with the current year MSU Motor Vehicle Regulations. Only officer error (no offense committed) or The Morehead State University Deadly Weapons on Campus Policy extreme mitigating circumstances (e.g., verifiable sets forth the University’s prohibitions as it relates to weapons on emergencies such as medical emergencies or family campus. In Kentucky Revised Statute §237.115, the Kentucky General emergencies) may be considered when upholding an appeal. Assembly explicitly recognizes the authority of the Ignorance of the rules is not a valid excuse. The University to control the possession of deadly weapons on any decision of the committee is final and may be referred back property owned, leased or controlled by the University, including the to the committee for a second consideration only by the right to prohibit possession of such weapons by any person or entity Vice President for Student Success. using University property or premises. Possession, concealed or otherwise, use or storage of deadly weapon as defined above such as Part I. Committee Operating Rules: firearms, explosives, dangerous chemicals or other dangerous A. The committee meets as required to hear appeals filed with weapons or the brandishing of any weapon or any other object in a the Traffic Office. menacing or threatening manner is strictly prohibited on any property B. All committee votes and deliberations will be held in strict owned, leased, operated, or controlled by Morehead State University, confidence by committee members in the best interest of including University housing and University vehicles. all parties concerned. C. Decisions regarding appeals will be determined by committee vote. A quorum of two members must be present to render a vote. Majority vote determines a decision. If only two members are present and they cannot reach agreement, that appeal shall be carried over to the next meeting. D. The committee is not a collection or an enforcement agency. The committee’s decision will be to uphold or deny the appeal of the traffic assessment.
Part II. Appeal Procedure: A. The appeal must be filed on the Traffic Appeals Form
105 For purposes of this policy, “deadly weapon” means: G. Possession of deadly weapons by a person specifically authorized in writing to have such possession by the President, or his or her A. A weapon of mass destruction; designee, but only if such person fully complies with any and all restrictions imposed upon such possession by the President, or his or her designee. Authorization for possession shall be for a time certain, B. Any weapon from which a shot, readily capable of producing but in no case longer than six months unless specific written death or other serious physical injury, may be discharged; authorization is again obtained
C. Any knife other than an ordinary pocket knife; Students who possess deadly weapons in violation of this prohibition are guilty of violations of the Student Conduct Code and are subject D. Billy, nightstick, or club; to disciplinary action under that Code, including expulsion from the University, and all other appropriate legal actions. E. Blackjack or slapjack;
F. Nunchaku karate sticks;
MSU Police Department G. Shuriken or death star; and, 100 Laughlin Bldg. Morehead, KY 40351 H. Artificial knuckles made from metal, plastic, or other similar hard Phone: 606-783-2035 material.
E-mail: [email protected] The following are exceptions to this policy:
A. Possession of deadly weapons by peace officers acting in the course of official duties; Appendix S Recreational Equipment/Mobility Devices B. Possession of deadly weapons as a part of legitimate academic, athletic, or work-related activities (e.g., historical preservation, law Student Conduct Code 2600 (Recreational Equipment) prohibits enforcement training, ROTC activities, rifle team, etc.); using bicycles, scooters, in-line skates, skateboards, hoverboards and
other recreational equipment on any University-owned property in a C. Possession of a knife as part of a legitimate cutlery set (or manner that causes (or may cause) damage, hazardous conditions, or individual piece of cutlery) as may be reasonably necessary by the harm to self or others. possessor for food preparation;
Recreational equipment covered under this SCC also includes other D. Possession of a deadly weapon by a person licensed to carry a power-driven mobility devices, such as mopeds and hoverboards, concealed deadly weapon pursuant to KRS 237.110, if the firearm is unless used under the provisions of ADA. The use of recreational contained in his or her vehicle and is not removed from the vehicle equipment at Morehead State University is generally allowable, (KRS 527.020(4)); however all users must operate in accordance with federal, state and E. Possession of a deadly weapon if it is located in a non-University local laws. Furthermore, the use of the recreational equipment must motor vehicle and in an enclosed container, compartment, or storage be reasonable relative to the situation and not violate other university space installed as original equipment in the motor vehicle by its policies or guidelines. A primary consideration in such use is the manufacturer, including but not limited to a glove compartment, safety and well-being of the user and anyone who may be in vicinity center console, or seat pocket, regardless of whether said enclosed of the equipment in use. container, storage space, or compartment is locked, unlocked, or does Special guidelines for the use of recreational equipment/mobility not have a locking mechanism (KRS 527.020(8)); devices
It is the responsibility of the user to safely use and to safely store F. Possession of a deadly weapon by persons who are specifically recreational equipment. The user may be held responsible for any authorized by KRS 527.020 to carry concealed deadly weapons on or injuries to others and property damage that may happen while using about their persons at all times and at all locations within the or storing recreational equipment on campus. Commonwealth. Such persons include but are not limited to: Commonwealth’s Attorneys, judges of the Court of Justice, Mobility devices may not be used inside any campus building, unless conservations officers of the Department of Fish and Wildlife, elected operated as an approved mobility device by an individual with a sheriffs, and peace officers from other jurisdictions. For a complete disability. listing of persons authorized to carry concealed deadly weapons within the Commonwealth and the conditions for which the carrying Mobility devices should not be operated in a manner that may of the deadly weapon is authorized, see KRS 527.020; endanger its passenger, other individuals, or damage MSU property.
Operators should choose the route that is least populated by pedestrians.
106 Operators shall drive at an appropriate speed according to existing conditions. In pedestrian areas, the speed should not to exceed 5 mph.
Mobility devices must travel in the direction of the flow of traffic and obey all campus traffic regulations and signs.
Pedestrians always have the right of way on campus sidewalks. Operators may not pass or weave in and out of pedestrian traffic. Operators shall not wear or use headphones or earphones in both ears (one earpiece may be used). No texting is allowed while operating a mobility device.
When in use between sunset and sunrise, mobility devices shall be equipped with adequate lights and reflectors to assist self and to alert pedestrians and vehicles of presence.
Mobility devices are not permitted to be stored in building lobbies, stairwells, stair towers, corridors and ramps inside or outside of buildings or lined parking spaces unless with prior approval by the Office of Environmental Health and Safety.
Mobility devices may be walked inside buildings to approved storage areas.
Mobility Devices are prohibited from blocking entrances to buildings, accessible ramps, or main thoroughfares.
Mobility Devices are prohibited from parking on sidewalks in any way that blocks or restricts pedestrian traffic.
Mobility devices that are powered by fuel driven engines are not permitted to be stored inside any university buildings without the approval of the Office of Environmental Health and Safety.
Mobility devices that are powered by lithium batteries are not permitted to be stored inside any university residential housing buildings without the approval of the Office of Environmental Health and Safety.
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