1 Faulkner University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctorate degrees. Contact the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Faulkner University. Faulkner Mission Statement The mission of Faulkner University is to glorify God through education of the whole person, emphasizing integrity of character in a caring Christian environment where every individual matters every day. Faulkner Honor Code Statement “As members of the Faulkner community, we commit ourselves to act honestly, responsibly, and above all, with honor and integrity in all areas of academic and campus life.” 2 GREETINGS FROM THE DEAN OF STUDENTS Welcome to the 2021-2022 academic year at Faulkner University. Whether you are a student returning to Faulkner or beginning your very first semester here, this handbook was designed to help students, staff and faculty. As a student this handbook is your manual to understanding our processes, guidelines and your rights as a Faulkner student. Additionally, it holds details of resources and contacts available to our students so that each student can be knowledgeable of all the many possibilities included in the Faulkner experience. The college experience is one of excitement and challenge and we hope you will be intentional with your own experience seeking to broaden your scope and push yourself to learn and grow spiritually, educationally and personally. Similarly, we are pushing ourselves towards excellence as we facilitate and mentor students and invite your input and partnership in living out our mission: to glorify God through the education of the whole person, emphasizing integrity of character in a caring Christian environment where every individual matters every day. Our core purpose is to model and point our students to pursue strong moral character, personal maturity, and an increasing reliance on God in all things. YOU, the students, are at the center of all that we do. The extent to which you take advantage of the many opportunities here for you will make all the difference in your overall experience. Living and learning within the Faulkner community is a privilege for each of us. As such, we are called to conduct ourselves in ways that respect one another even when we have differences whether seemingly small or big. Our hope is to practice the “love of Christ” by attempting to accomplish what is the best interest of one another in the context of our mission here at Faulkner. It is the responsibility of each student to read and understand the parameters and expectations outlined in this Student Handbook, which serves as an important resource and guide for your time here. Please take the necessary time to familiarize yourself with these guidelines and campus policies. Once again “Welcome to the Faulkner Family”. Sincere regards, Candace Cain, “Dean Cain” Dean of Students/Assistant Vice President for Student Services 3 Table of Contents Faulkner University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission 2 Faulkner Mission Statement 2 Faulkner Honor Code Statement 2 GREETINGS FROM THE DEAN OF STUDENTS 3 ABOUT THIS HANDBOOK 17 AGREEMENT BETWEEN FAULKNER UNIVERSITY AND STUDENTS 17 PUBLICITY AND IMAGE USE POLICY 17 DEFINITION OF STUDENT 17 INTRODUCTION 18 ABOUT FAULKNER UNIVERSITY 18 MISSION 18 OVERVIEW OF INSTITUTION AND CHARACTERISTICS 18 HISTORY OF FAULKNER 19 CHRISTIAN FOUNDATIONS 19 VISION AND BASIC COMMITMENTS 20 Core Commitments 20 Core Values 20 CHRISTIAN CULTURAL HERITAGE 21 STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES 22 STUDENT RIGHTS 22 STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES 23 FAMILY EDUCATION RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT: POSTSECONDARY STUDENT RIGHTS 23 STUDENT RIGHT-TO-KNOW AND CAMPUS SECURITY ACT 24 CAMPUS SECURITY AND CRIME AWARENESS REPORT 24 NONDISCRIMINATION RIGHTS STATEMENT 24 DISABILITY RIGHTS AND THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT 24 DIVISION OF ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT 25 OFFICE OF TRADITIONAL ADMISSIONS 25 FINANCIAL AID 26 DIVISION OF STUDENT SERVICES 27 STUDENT SERVICES AREAS 28 OFFICE OF STUDENT LIFE 28 4 CAMPUS LIFE AT FAULKNER 29 ATHLETICS 29 STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION 30 CLUBS, ORGANIZATIONS AND SOCIETIES 31 Social Clubs 31 Women’s Social Clubs 31 Chi Omicron Chi—ΧΟΧ 31 Delta Xi Omega— ΔΞΩ 31 Phi Lambda—ΦΛ 31 Xi Chi Gamma – ΞΧΓ 31 Men’s Social Clubs 32 Epsilon Phi Upsilon—ΕΦΥ 32 Kappa Sigma Phi—ΚΣΦ 32 Sigma Psi Chi—ΣΨΧ 32 Xi Chi Alpha – ΞΧΑ 32 ACADEMIC ORGANIZATIONS 32 Faulkner Near Eastern and Archeological Society: FNEAS 32 Psychology (PSI) Club 32 Pi Sigma Delta: ΠΣΔ 32 Institute of Faith and the Academy 33 Student Alabama Education Association 33 Academic and Professional Honor Societies 33 Alpha Chi: ΑΧ 33 Beta Gamma Sigma: ΒΓΣ 33 Kappa Delta Pi: ΚΔΠ 33 Lambda Epsilon Chi: ΛΕΧ 34 Phi Alpha Theta: ΦΑΘ 34 Sigma Alpha Pi: ΣΑΠ – The National Society for Leadership and Success 34 Sigma Tau Delta: ΣΤΔ 34 Faulkner Science Association: FSA 35 PERFORMANCE GROUPS AND ORGANIZATIONS 35 Faulkner University Chorus 35 Faulkner Singers 35 5 University Band 35 SPECIAL INTEREST GROUPS 36 Faulkner Film Society 36 Faulkner’s Objective Recruiting Christian Education: F.O.R.C.E. 36 STUDENT PUBLICATIONS 36 The Sheaf 36 Images in Ink 36 STUDENT ACTIVITIES 37 Devotionals 37 Intramural Sports Program 37 Move-In Day 37 Welcome Week 37 Mixers 38 Homecoming 38 Jamboree 38 (in)Formal 38 Special Events 38 STUDENT LIFE CONDUCT REGULATIONS 39 PHILOSOPHY OF DISCIPLINE AND STANDARDS OF CONDUCT 40 DISCIPLINARY RESPONSE 40 CONDUCT SUBJECT TO SANCTIONS 41 Category One violations 41 Category Two violations 41 Category Three violations 42 EXPLANATION OF SANCTIONS 43 REPORTING A VIOLATION 45 CONDUCTING A STUDENT CONDUCT INVESTIGATION AND SUMMONING A STUDENT 45 DELIBERATION/STANDARD OF PROOF 45 SANCTIONING A STUDENT 45 NON-DISCIPLINARY PROCESS/ADMINISTRATIVE AGREEMENTS 46 PROCEDURES FOR VIOLATIONS BY STUDENT GROUPS 46 GRADUATION ELIGIBILITY 46 DISCIPLINARY RECORDS RETENTION AND REQUESTS 46 6 APPEAL PROCESS 46 Appeals will only be granted on the following grounds: 47 Appeal to the Dean of Students 47 Appeal to the Disciplinary Review Board 47 GENERAL UNIVERSITY POLICIES 49 ACADEMIC HONESTY 49 ADDRESS CHANGES/CHANGE OF INFORMATION 49 ADMINISTRATIVE ENTRY, SEARCH AND SEIZURE 49 ALCOHOL, ILLEGAL DRUG TOBACCO AND VAPING POLICY 49 COMPLIANCE WITH POLICE OFFICERS 51 COMPUTER USER AND EMAIL ACCOUNTS 51 DEMONSTRATIONS 51 DRESS CODE POLICY 51 SHIRTS & TOPS (including dresses) 52 SKIRTS & DRESSES 52 SHORTS 52 OTHER 52 FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT 53 ANTI-HARASSMENT POLICY- INCLUDING DISCRIMINATORY AND SEXUAL HARASSMENT, SEXUAL MISCONDUCT, ASSAULT, STALKING AND RELATIONSHIP VIOLENCE 53 STUDENT SUPPORT PROCESS 53 Purpose 53 Scope 53 Policy 53 Definitions and Examples 54 Emergency Assistance 57 Complaint Procedures (Administrative and Law Enforcement) 57 Intake, Interim Measures, and Preliminary Assessment 60 Requests for Confidentiality and/or No Action 60 Informal Resolution 61 Formal Resolution 61 Initial Meetings, Parties Statements, and Pre-Finding Resolution 61 Fact-Finding Investigation 62 7 Findings and Report 63 Presentation of Finding and Decision 63 Remedies 63 Notifications 64 Appeal 64 HAZING POLICY 65 IDENTIFICATION CARDS 65 INTERNET INFORMATION 66 MEDICAL INSURANCE 66 NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY 66 Purpose 66 Scope 66 Policy 66 NOTIFICATION TO PARENTS 67 OTHER BEHAVIORS 67 PARKING 68 POLITICAL CAMPAIGN ACTIVITY 68 PURITY AND SEXUAL STEWARDSHIP 68 Sex and Sexuality 69 PROPERTY AND POSSESSIONS 72 RACISM 72 REQUIRED TESTIMONY 72 RESIDENCE LIFE REGULATIONS 72 SEXUAL ASSAULT 73 DEFINITION OF SEXUAL ASSAULT 73 If You Are Sexually Assaulted 74 Reporting a Sexual Assault 74 UNIVERSITY DISCIPLINARY HEARINGS 75 SOLICITATION 75 STALKING 75 STUDENT COMPLAINT POLICY 75 STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS AND ACTIVITIES 77 STUDENT ROLE IN FAULKNER UNIVERSITY DECISION-MAKING 77 8 THEFT OR LOSS OF PERSONAL PROPERTY 77 WEAPONS 77 WITHDRAWAL FROM THE UNIVERSITY 78 Voluntary Withdrawal 78 Interim Emergency Separation 78 Involuntary Medical Withdrawal 78 Re-enrollment/Readmission Following Withdrawal 79 RESIDENTIAL LIFE REGULATIONS, POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 80 ABOUT RESIDENCE LIFE 80 Residence Life Community Commitment 80 RESIDENCE LIFE STAFF 80 Assistant Dean for Residence Life & Housing and Housing 81 Resident Directors 81 Head Residents 81 Resident Assistants: RAs 81 UNIVERSITY RESIDENCES 81 ACCESSIBLE HOUSING 81 RESIDENCE HALLS 82 Baldwin Hall 82 Burton Hall 82 New Men’s Hall 82 Davis Hall A 82 Davis Hall B 82 Harris Hall 83 APARTMENTS 83 Harrison Apartments 83 RESIDENCE LIFE QUALIFICATIONS 83 Privileged Housing Qualifications 83 Living Off Campus/On Campus 84 GENERAL RULES AND REGULATIONS 84 Check-In and Check-Out 84 Room Changes and Housing Reassignments 84 Private Rooms 85 9 Meal Plans 85 Alarms 85 Summer Semester 85 Media 85 Pets 85 Campus Housing between Terms and During Breaks 85 Furnishings, Appliances, Decorations and Storage 86 Furnishings 86 Appliances 86 Decorations 86 Storage 86 Personal Property 86 Residence Life Health and Safety 87 Inspections, Sanitation and Safety 87 Defacement, Vandalism and Damage 88 Curfew/Entering Campus At or After Midnight 88 Signing Out (Curfew Residents) 88 Visitation 88 Opposite Gender Visitors: 88 Same Gender Visitors: 89 Quiet Hours 89 Residence Hall Devotionals 89 Baldwin & Burton 89 Davis and the New Men’s Hall 89 Margaret Berry Harris 89 Fire Prevention