Student Guidebook 2007 – 2008

TABLE of CONTENTS

Academic Calendar ...... 3. Hours of Operation ...... 4. Guiding Principles ...... 9. Diversity Statement ...... 12. Sexual Harassment Policy ...... 12. Americans with Disabilities Act Statement ...... 13. Non-Discrimination Statement ...... 13. Student Rights & Responsibilities ...... 15. Student Code of Conduct ...... 19. Judicial Procedures ...... 37. Student Academic Behavior ...... 50. Student Grievance Procedure ...... 58. Student Education Records Policy ...... 62. Personal Health Responsibilities ...... 66. Drug-Free Workplace/Schools Policy Statement . . . . . 68. Alcohol Policy for Student Programs ...... 69. Student Activities and Organization Services ...... 73. Campus Services and Information ...... 74. Academic Services and Information ...... 78. FGCU Vocabulary ...... 113.

1 Dear FGCU Student, Academic Year 2007 – 2008 Fall 2007 Spring 2008 Web Registration begins for the following Degree Students1: FGCU Honor Monday, March 26 Monday, Oct. 22, 2007 It is my pleasure to welcome you to Florida Gulf Coast Univer- Program Students, Graduate, Post-Baccalaureate, UG Seniors, Student Athletes, Teacher Certification sity (FGCU) . I know you might feel overwhelmed by your new Web Registration begins for the following Degree Students1: Juniors Thursday, March 29 Thursday, Oct. 25, 2007 Web Registration begins for the following Degree Students1: Sophomores Monday, April 2 Monday, Oct. 29, 2007 surroundings, but it is my hope that this Student Guidebook Web Registration begins for the following Degree Students1: Freshmen, High School Dual Enrolled Thursday, April 5 Thursday, Nov. 1, 2007 In-Person Registration for Degree Students Begins1 Monday, April 9 Monday, Nov. 12, 2007 will provide you with the tools you need to make a smooth Last Day to Request Readmission After Indefinite Suspension Monday, June 25 Monday, Nov. 12, 2007 Non-Degree Registration Begins1 Monday, July 23 Monday, Dec. 10, 2007 transition . University life will transform the way you think, Last Day to Mail Payment Friday, August 10 Wednesday, January 2 Classes Begin Monday, August 20 Monday, January 7 communicate with others, and interact with your community, so State Employee Registration Begins2 Monday, August 20 Monday, January 7 Late Registration Begins (late fee assessment begins) Monday, August 20 Monday, January 7 please keep this catalog referencing the departments and pro- Registration for Senior Citizens (no late fee) Friday, August 24 Friday, January 11 Late Registration, Drop/Add and Change to Audit Ends at 5PM Friday, August 24 Friday, January 11 grams that can help you reach your academic and career goals . Payment Deadline 5:00 pm (late fee assessed after this time) Friday, August 24 Friday, January 11 Last Day to Drop/Withdraw via Gulfline Deadline 5:00pm (100% Refund) Friday, August 24 Friday, January 11 Residency Reclassification for Tuition Deadline 5:00pm Friday, August 24 Friday, January 11 Students come to FGCU for a variety of reasons . Whether you Saturday Classes Begin Saturday, August 25 Saturday, January 12 MLK Holiday Observed (no classes) Monday, January 21 are participating in one of our outstanding degree programs, Cancellation for Non-Payment Begins Monday, August 27 Tuesday, January 15 Labor Day Observed (no classes) Monday, September 3 extending your learning through a single class, or taking one of Last Day to Withdraw from All Classes for 25% Refund Friday, September 14 Friday, February 1 Last Day to Apply for Graduation3 Friday, September 14 Friday, February 1 our many non-credit courses, you will find academic quality and Reinstatement with Full Payment Deadline 5:00pm Monday, October 1 Monday, February 18 Spring Break (no classes) Monday, March 3 – Saturday, March 8 commitment to service to be among the core beliefs at FGCU . Fall Break (no classes) or Hurricane Make-up Day Tuesday, October 9 Last Day to Drop/Withdraw without Academic Penalty Friday, October 26 Friday, March 21 Veteran’s Day Observed (no classes) Monday, November 12 The faculty and staff of FGCU are dedicated to personalizing Last Day to Submit Service Learning Hours (graduating seniors) Tuesday, November 13 Monday, March 31 University Day (no classes) Wednesday, November 21 services to meet the needs of today’s busy and diverse student Thanksgiving Observed (no classes) Thursday, November 22 – Saturday, November 24 population . We are proud to have created what some have Last Day of Classes Monday, December 3 Monday, April 21 Reading Days/Hurricane make-Up Days Tuesday, December 4 - called a “private institution within the public arena .” The Wednesday, December 5 Finals Begin Thursday, December 6 Tuesday, April 22 resulting environment at FGCU is economically affordable Finals End/ Last Day of Semester Wednesday, December 12 Friday, April 25 Last Day to Apply for Grade Forgiveness4 Friday, December 14 Friday, April 25 while maximizing your educational opportunities . Commencement Saturday, December 15 Saturday, April 26 Grades Due from Faculty by Noon Monday, December 17 Monday, April 28

The Division of Student Affairs is dedicated to enhancing your Summer 2008 Session A Session B Session C academic experience by providing curricular and co-curricu- May 7 – June 15 June 18 – July 27 May 7 – July 13 Last Day to Request Readmission After Indefinite Suspension Monday, March 17 Monday, March 17 Monday, March 19 Web Registration begins for the following Degree Students1: Monday, March 24 Monday, March 24 lar opportunities and services . From the university’s premier FGCU Honor Program Students, Graduate, Post-Baccalaureate, UG Seniors, Student Athletes, Teacher Certification In-Person on-campus apartments to its recreation, sports, and classroom Web Registration begins for the following Degree Students1: Juniors Thursday, March 27 Thursday, March 27 Web Registration begins for the following Degree Students1: Sophomores Monday, March 31 Monday, March 31 programs, exceptional quality is at the heart of what our division Web Registration begins for the following Degree Students1: Thursday, April 3 Thursday, April 3 Freshmen, High School Dual Enrolled offers at FGCU . In-Person Registration for Degree Students Begins1 Monday, April 7 Monday, April 7 Monday, April 9 Non-Degree Registration Begins a Monday, April 21 Monday, April 21 Monday, April 23 Last Day to Mail Payments Tuesday, April 29 Tuesday, June 12 Tuesday, May 1 Classes Begin Monday, May 5 Monday, June 18 Monday, May 7 As you experience the challenges and joys of university life, Late Registration Begins (late fee assessment begins) Monday, May 5 Monday, June 18 Monday, May 7 State Employee Registration Begins b Monday, May 5 Monday, June 18 Monday, May 7 remember that our dedicated faculty and staff are here to assist Registration for Senior Citizens (no late fee) Friday, May 9 Friday, June 22 Friday, May 11 Late Registration, Drop/Add and Change to Audit Ends Friday, May 9 Friday, June 22 Friday, May 11 you . Good luck as you embark upon one of the most important Payment Deadline 5:00 pm (late fee assessed after this time) Friday, May 9 Friday, June 22 Friday, May 11 Last Day to Drop/Withdraw via Gulfline (100% Refund) Friday, May 9 Friday, June 22 Friday, May 11 milestones of your life . Residency Reclassification for Tuition Deadline 5:00 pm Friday, May 9 Friday, June 22 Friday, May 11 Cancellation for Non-Payment Begins Monday, May 12 Tuesday, June 10 Monday, May 14 Last Day to Apply for Summer Graduation c Friday, May 23 Friday, May 25 Friday, May 25 Memorial Day Observed (no classes) Saturday, May 24 – Saturday, May 26 – Sincerely, Monday, May 26 Monday, May 28 Last Day to Completely Withdraw for 25% Refund Not Available Not Available Friday, June 1 Last Day to Completely Withdraw without Academic Penalty Friday, May 30 Friday, July 13 Friday, June 15 Independence Day Observed (no classes) Wednesday, July 4 Wednesday, July 4 Last Day of Classes/Finals Friday, June 13 Monday, June 16 Friday, July 13 Last Day to Submit Service Learning Hours Friday, June 27 Friday, June 29 Friday, June 29 Last Day to Apply for Grade Forgiveness e Friday, July 25 Friday, July 27 Friday, July 27 Graduation/Degree Date Friday, July 25 Friday, July 27 Friday, July 27 J . Michael Rollo Grades Due from Faculty by Noon Monday, July 30 Monday, July 30 Monday, July 30

Vice President of Student Affairs 1 FGCU Employees using Tuition Vouchers can use Eagle Registration according to their priority group. 2 State Tuition Waivers may be presented to the Office of the Registrar during this period without late registration fees. 3 Last day for seniors to submit Grade Forgiveness forms if applying for graduation - see academic advisor for details. 4 Grade Forgiveness application due from Seniors who have NOT applied for graduation, all Juniors,Sophomores, and Freshmen. Not applicable for Seniors who have applied for graduation -See footnote 3. 2 3 HOURS OF OPERATION COLLEGE REACH OUT PROGRAM – 239-590-7902 Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . *Hours of operation are subject to change at any time throughout http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/crop/ the year . COMPUTER LAB: (PC Lab) – 239-590-7100 Ben Hill Griffin, Room 208 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS – 239-590-7000 Monday - Thursday - 8:00a m. . - 11:00p m. . Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . Friday - Saturday - 8:00a .m . - 6:00p m. . http://www .fgcu .edu/provost/ Sunday - 11:00a .m . - 11:00p .m . http://itech .fgcu .edu ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES – 239-590-1100 COUNSELING & PSYCHOLOGICAL – 239-590-7950 Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . Wellness Center http://admin .fgcu .edu/ Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m .

http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/counseling ADAPTIVE LEARNING LAB – 239-590-7956 Monday - Friday - 9:00a .m . – 6:30p .m . DEAN OF STUDENTS’ OFFICE – 239-590-7900 Evenings (Appointment Only) Student Union Building, Room 104 http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/adaptive/ Monday – Friday - 8:00a .m . – 5:00p .m . http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/dos CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT OFFICE – 239-590-7739 Monday – Friday - 8:00a .m . – 5:00p .m . EAGLE CAFÉ – 239-590-1161 http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/CampusInvolvement/clubs .asp Subway Hours of Operation Monday - Friday - 10:00a m. . - 9:00pm CAMPUS RECREATION – 239-590-7935 Saturday - 11:00a m. . - 2:00p .m . Regular operating hours for Fall and Spring semesters: Sunday - Closed Monday - Thursday - 6:30a .m . - 11:00p .m . Taco Bell Hours of Operation Friday - 6:30a .m . - 9:00p .m . Monday - Thursday 10:00a .m . - 9:00p .m . Saturday - 10:00a .m . - 6:00p .m . Friday 10:00a .m . - 7:00p .m . Sunday - 10:00a .m . – 6:00p .m . Saturday/Sunday – Closed http://www .fgcu .edu/CampusRec/ http://www .fgcudining .com/dining .php

CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER – 239-590-7946 EAGLE ID CARD OFFICE – 239-590-SMILE (7654) Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . Monday – Thursday – 8:00a m. . – 5:30p m. . Evenings and Weekend Hours are also offered . Friday – 8:00a m. . – 5:00p .m . Check our website or call us for current hours of operation . E-mail - smile@eagle .fgcu http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/careers/ http://www .fgcu edu/EagleiD/index. html.

CASHIER’S OFFICE – 239-590-1213 EINSTEIN BROS. BAGLES – 239-590-1158 Monday - Thursday - 8:00a .m . - 5:30p .m . Monday - Friday - 7:00a .m . - 8:00p .m . Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . Saturday & Sunday – Closed http://www .fgcu .edu/Cashiers/ http://www .fgcudining .com/dining .php 4 5 FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER – 239-590-7855 LIBRARY: Circulation Desk – 239-590-7610 Monday - Friday - 7:30a .m . - 5:30p .m . Monday - Thursday - 8:00a m. . - 11:00p m. . http://family .fgcu .edu Friday - 8:00a .m . - 8:00p .m . Saturday - 8:00a .m . - 6:00p m. . FINANCIAL AID & SCHOLARSHIPS – 239-590-7920 Sunday - 1:00p .m . - 11:00p .m . Monday - Thursday - 8:00a .m . - 5:30p .m . http://library .fgcu edu. Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . http://enrollment .fgcu .edu/financialaid/ LIBRARY: Reference Desk – 239-590-7630 Reference on Call Times: GREEK LIFE AND STUDENT LEADERSHIP Monday - Thursday - 9:00a m. . - 9:00p .m . DEVELOPMENT – 239-590-7722 Friday - Saturday - 9:00a .m . - 5:00p m. . Student Union Building, Room 226 Sunday - 1:00p .m . - 5:00p .m . Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/GreekLife/ ORIENTATION – 239-590-7957 Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . HEALTH SERVICES (Wellness Center) – 239-590-7966 http://enrollment fgcu. .edu/orientation/ Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/healthservices THE PERCH – 239-590-1160 Monday - Thursday - 7:00am - 10:00pm HOUSING & RESIDENCE LIFE – 239-590-1700 Friday - 7:00am - 9:00pm Division of Student Affairs Saturday & Sunday - 10:00am - 9:00pm E-mail: housing@fgcu .edu http://www .fgcudining .com/dining .php Administrative Offices: Monday – Friday - 8:00 a .m . – 5:00 p .m . Commons Hours: Monday – Friday - 8:00 a .m . – 12:00 a .m . OFFICE OF ADMISSIONS – 239-590-7878 Commons Hours: Saturday & Sunday - 9:00 a .m . – 12 midnight Monday - Thursday - 8:00a m. . - 5:30p m. . (Summer semester hours may vary .) Friday - 8:00a m. . - 5:00p m. . http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/housing/ http://enrollment fgcu. .edu/admissions/

HOUSING TOURS – 239-590-1700 OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR – 239-590-7980 Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . – 10:00p .m . Toll Free: 800-373-2040 Saturday & Sunday - 10:00a .m . – 10:00p .m . Fax: 239-590-7983 Monday - Thursday - 8:00a m. . – 5:30p .m . INTERNATIONAL SERVICES – 239-590-7925 Friday - 8:00a .m . – 5:00p .m . Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . http://enrollment fgcu. .edu/registration http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/international STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES – 239-590-7834 JUDICIAL AFFAIRS – 239-590-7904 Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . Student Union Building, Room 110 http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/suportservices Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/JudicialAffairs/

6 7 UNIVERSITY STORE – 239-590-1150 FLORIDA GULF COAST UNIVERSITY Monday - Thursday - 8:00a .m . - 7:00p .m . Guiding Principles Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . Saturday - 10:00a .m . - 2:00p .m . Student success is at the center of all University endeavors . The Holiday, summer hours, and extended hours university is dedicated to the highest quality education that de- at the start of each term will be posted . velops the whole person for success in life and work . Learner http://www .fgcu .bkstr .com needs, rather than institutional preferences, determine priori-

ties for academic planning, policies, and programs . Acceleration VICE PRESIDENT OF STUDENT AFFAIRS methods and assessment of prior and current learning are used 239-590-7910 to reduce the time it takes to earn a degree . Quality teaching is Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . demanded, recognized, and rewarded . http://studentservices .fgcu .edu

Academic freedom is the foundation for the transmission and WELCOME CENTER – 239-590-7750 advancement of knowledge . The university vigorously protects Monday – Friday - 9:00a .m . – 5:00p .m . freedom of inquiry and expression, and categorically expects ci- The Welcome Center will open to the public at 9:00a .m .; vility and mutual respect to be practiced in all deliberations . however it will take phone calls beginning at 8:00a m. . Monday - Friday Diversity is a source of renewal and vitality . The university is http://enrollment .fgcu .edu/admissions/SugdenCenter .htm committed to developing capacities for living together in a de-

mocracy whose hallmark is individual, social, cultural, and intel- WGCU-FM TV/RADIO – 239-590-2300 (TV) lectual diversity . It fosters a climate and models a condition of – 239-590-2500 (RADIO) openness in which students, faculty, and staff engage multiplicity Monday - Friday - 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m . and difference with tolerance and equity . http://www .wgcu .org http://wgcufm fgcu. .ed Informed and engaged citizens are essential to the creation of a civil and sustainable society . The university values the development of the responsible self, grounded in honesty, courage, and compassion, and committed to the advancement of democratic ideals . Through service learning requirements, the university engages students in community involvement with time for formal reflection on experiences . Integral to the university’s philosophy is instilling in students an environmental consciousness that bal- ances economic and social aspirations with the imperative for ecological sustainability .

Service to Southwest Florida, including access to the university, is public trust . The university is committed to forging partner- ships and being responsive to its region . It strives to make available its resources, services, and educational offerings at times, places, in forms, and by methods that will meet the needs of all

8 9 its constituents . Access means not only admittance to buildings against because of gender, race, age or disability . The University and programs, but also entrance into the spirit of intellectual and is formally committed to nondiscrimination on such grounds as cultural community that the university creates and nourishes . noted in its policies, procedures, and practices . In our efforts to foster and nurture diversity, we will actively work to enhance our Technology is a fundamental tool in achieving educational qual- campus as a hospitable place for all . ity, efficiency, and distribution . The university employs information technology in creative, experimental, and practical ways for FGCU will, moreover, comply with Title VI, VII, and IX of the delivery of instruction, for administrative and information man- Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended; the Age Discrimination in agement, and for student access and support . It promotes and Employment Act, as amended; the Americans with Disabilities provides distance and time-free learning . It requires and culti- Act; the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 503 and vates technological literacy in its students and employees . 504 require certain contractors who contract with the government for goods or services to formulate affirmative action compliance Connected knowing and collaborative learning are basic to being programs . The University subscribes to and will enforce all poli- well educated . The university structures interdisciplinary learn- cies regarding the prohibition of any form of illegal harassment, ing experiences throughout the curriculum to endow students including sexual harassment in the classroom or workplace . with the ability to think in whole systems and to understand the interrelation of knowledge across disciplines . Emphasis is placed FGCU has established a non-discrimination policy regarding on the development of teamwork skills through collaborative op- employment which is applied without regard to a person’s race, portunities . Overall, the university practices the art of collective color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, disability, marital learning and collaboration of governance, operations, and plan- status, Vietnam or disabled veteran status, or age . All employ- ning . ment actions will support equal opportunity and will move the Assessment of all functions is necessary for improvement and University toward achieving its inclusionary objectives . continual renewal . The university is committed to accounting for its effectiveness through the use of comprehensive and system- Further, the Florida Board of Governors’ Sate University System atic assessment . Tradition is challenged; the status quo is ques- Strategic Plan and the mission of Florida Gulf Coast University tioned; change is implemented . have affirmed the following values, ideas, and objectives: 1 . Improve the quality of undergraduate education . 2 . Provide adequate access to undergraduate education . AFFIRMATIVE ACTION AND EQUAL 3 . Develop and implement creative and innovative cost-saving programs to increase efficiency without sacrificing quality . OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTIONAL 4 . Provide a sense of and commitment to, justice, integrity, and STATEMENT fair play . 5 . Develop an understanding of, and appreciation for, other Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) views its objectives as cultures and traditions . advancing knowledge through teaching, scholarship, and public 6 . Ensure respect for the rights of all people regardless of their services . As scholarship benefits from the interplay of research gender, race, age, disability and ethnicity . and teaching in a variety of disciplines, so does the campus community learn and benefit from diverse perspectives . By cultivat- All of us in the university community must be conscious of our ing human diversity, we ensure that our learning community in- responsibility to abide be the laws, policies and principles of cludes, and is representative of all cultural, ethnic, religious and equality of opportunity . Further, as a community, we will work racial groups, and those who historically have been discriminated to ensure equity and fairness for all faculty, staff, students, visi- 10 11 tors and vendors . We are committed to these principles, for we It is expected that the deans, chairs, department heads, team are convinced they are essential for a distinguished university . leaders, directors and other supervisory staff will monitor and Questions regarding this institutional statement, or compliance take corrective action whenever instances of sexual harassment with its provisions should be the Office of Institutional Equity are either observed or reported to them . While the decision re- and Compliance at (239) 590-7405 . Outside Lee County: (800) garding resolution normally remains within the unit, all allega- 590-3428 . tions of sexual harassment are to be immediately reported to the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance, which will monitor, provide advice, and take appropriate action as required by Diversity Statement federal and state laws .

Florida Gulf Coast University is committed to building and maintaining a diverse, accessible, civil, and supportive learning com- Americans with Disabilities Act munity . It fosters respect and understanding among all cultures Statement and all individuals who work, study, live, and teach within this community . Bigotry, expressions of hatred or prejudice, behaviors Florida Gulf Coast University endeavors to comply with all as- that infringe upon the freedom and respect that every individual pects of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 as amended deserves, and harassment of any kind transgress the University’s and the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended . This vision, mission and guiding principles . Just as learning benefits includes compliance in the provision of programs, services, and from the interplay of teaching and scholarship in a variety of dis- activities; in carrying out University policies, practices, and pro- ciplines, so does the university community learn and profit from cedures; in the need for reasonable accommodations; the use of diverse cultures and perspectives . Florida Gulf Coast University equally effective communications; the provision of transportation will continue to pursue its aspirations by fostering a welcoming services; and accessibility of facilities and public accommoda- environment through diversity and inclusion . tions at the central campus and external University sites .

The University assumes no responsibility for personal assistance Sexual Harassment Policy necessary for independent living or for specialized medical care . As a result of limited health facilities and health care profession- The Florida Gulf Coast University Sexual Harassment Policy is als on campus, students requiring personal health assistance for all students, faculty, staff, vendors and visitors . should be prepared to bear the expense of this care through a general hospital or private physician/clinic of their choice . Sexual harassment undermines the integrity of the academic and work environment, and prevents its victims and their peers from Students should contact the Office of Adaptive Services and fac- achieving their full potential . All members of the university com- ulty, staff, vendors and visitors should contact the Office of Insti- munity are entitled to work, conduct business, and study in an tutional Equity and Compliance for needed assistance and guid- atmosphere free from sexual overtures or innuendoes that are ance or to report instances of perceived discrimination . Further, unsolicited and unwelcome . It is the particular responsibility of the cooperation and support of all faculty and staff members is those members of the university community who hold positions necessary in order to implement and maintain the policy . of authority over others to avoid actions that are or can be considered sexually abusive or unprofessional .

12 13 Non-Discrimination statement STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES Florida Gulf Coast University is formally committed to nondiscrimination on such grounds as noted in its policies, procedures Student Rights and practices including gender equity in sports . All of us in the university community must be conscious of our responsibility to Upon enrollment, students are entitled to the following freedoms abide by the laws, regulations and principles of equality of op- and/or rights provided the exercise thereof is accomplished in portunity . Further, as a community, we will work to ensure equity accordance with university procedures and does not result in dis- and fairness, for all students, faculty, staff, visitors and vendors . ruption or disturbance as elsewhere described in the Rules . We are committed to these principles for we are convinced they are essential for a distinguished university . Questions regarding 1 . Participation in Student Government Association and its this policy statement or compliance with its provisions should be elective process . directed to the Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance at 239-590-7405 . Outside Lee County: 800-590-3428 . 2 . Membership in student organizations .

3 . Freedom of expression . The basic freedom of students to hear, write, distribute, and act upon a variety of thoughts and beliefs is guaranteed . Freedom of expression carries with it the responsibility for seeing that the essential order of the university is preserved .

4 . Freedom to hold public forums . The university desires to create a spirit of free inquiry and to promote the timely discussion of a wide variety of issues, provided the views ex- pressed are stated openly and subject to critical evaluation . Restraints on free inquiry will be held to a minimum and will be consistent with preserving an organized society in which peaceful democratic means for change are available . Guest lecturers, or off campus speakers, sponsored by the student groups may appear on the FGCU campus following approval by the Office of the Vice President of Student Affairs .

5 . Freedom to hear, write, distribute and act upon a variety of thoughts and beliefs . This freedom is subject to the following regulations:

A . Written materials identified by authorship and sponsorship may be sold or distributed on campus within the guidelines of propriety and responsible journalism as established and

14 15 supervised by the President or his/her designee . The distri- plaints to the attention of the university . For further infor- bution of such material, as is approved by the Vice Presi- mation, see “Student Grievance Procedures” . dent of Student Affairs or designee, is permitted of student organizations provided steps have been taken to preserve 10 . Provisions for victims of acts associated with the Univer- the orderliness of the campus . sity’s disciplinary system . To ensure fairness to victims of acts associated with the university’s disciplinary system B . Non-university or off-campus printed materials shall not be throughout the disciplinary process, the university has es- distributed or circulated by students or student organiza- tablished the following policy for victims/survivors: tions without first being stamped by the Vice President of Student Affairs or designee . A . A provision for a victim to have a person of his/her choice accompany her/him throughout the judicial process . This C . The distribution of materials or circulation of petitions to person will act as a support person or counsel but will not captive audiences such as those in classrooms, at registra- represent the victim/survivor . tion, in study areas, or in residential units will not be allowed without prior permission . Such permission may be B . A provision for the victim to submit a list of questions relat- requested from the pertinent university vice president, ing to the alleged incident prior to the hearing, that she/ dean, or director . he feels the accused should be asked during the hearing process . 6 . Peaceful assembly . Existing laws and statutes shall be observed . Student gatherings must not disrupt or interfere C . A provision not to have her/his irrelevant past conduct, in- with the orderly educational operation of the institution, cluding sexual history, discussed during the hearing . The is- nor be in violation of state or local statutes, or university sue of irrelevancy shall be determined by the hearing board policies . or judicial officer .

7 . Fair and impartial hearing . These matters shall include, but D . The opportunity to make a “victim impact statement;” and not be limited to: to suggest an appropriate penalty (to include appropriate compensations) if the accused is found in violation of the A . Disciplinary proceedings involving alleged violation of aca- Student Code of Conduct . demic and non-academic rules and regulations . E . A provision to know the outcome of the judicial process after B . Refunds and charges . The status of a student charged with making a commitment to protect the confidentiality for all a violation of university regulations shall not be affected persons involved . pending final disposition of the charges except in the case of administrative action . Student Responsibilities

8 . Confidentiality of student records . Each university office The most basic responsibility of a student is to study and move and agency which generates, collects, and disseminates in- forward in intellectual development while taking advantage of formation on students must follow the guidelines for con- the many opportunities provided in a university environment for fidentiality of those records in their possession . For further all around personal growth, development, and maturation . information set “Student Education Record Policy” . 9 . Student grievances . Students have the right to bring com- Students and organizations are responsible for the observation 16 17 of all policies, rules, and regulations of Florida Gulf Coast Uni- Student Code of Conduct versity . Compliance should follow awareness and understanding which help to fulfill the objectives of better university govern- I. Introduction ment as well as the identification and acceptance of personal and social responsibilities . The Student Code of Conduct exists to define the behavioral rights and responsibilities of FGCU students; to foster and en- Rights and freedoms in any environment are protected through hance the academic mission of the university; to protect the exercised responsibilities and maintained through an established rights of all university students, faculty, and staff; and to protect system for justice . The ideal balance of control for liberties is University property . strongly weighted toward understanding and observing regulations as acts of individual responsibility not always because of II. Scope agreement, but because compliance also serves the best interests of all and helps in the completion of identified missions . These rules shall apply to all undergraduate students, graduate students, and student organizations of the University and shall The university has compiled student governing information in be deemed a part of the terms and conditions of admission and this guidebook and distributed it to help provide direction and enrollment of all students . awareness for the academic community . It is each student’s responsibility to become aware of and learn its regulatory content The University’s jurisdiction regarding discipline is generally lim- and procedures for dealing with problems which may arise in the ited to the conduct of any student or registered student organi- course of educational events . zation that occurs on university premises, including University Housing . However, the University reserves the right to impose When university regulations are judged as not serving the best in- discipline based on any student conduct, regardless of location, terests of all, the consideration for change should be introduced that may adversely affect the University community . through appropriate channels . In the case of students, this will most often be the Student Government Association or other stu- The right of all students to seek knowledge, form opinions, and dent governing group(s) . freely express their ideas is fully recognized by the University . The Student Code of Conduct applies to student conduct and Within the university, emphasis is placed on the development of will not be used to discipline the lawful expression of ideas . each individual’s recognition and acceptance of personal and social responsibilities . High ethical and moral standards of conduct The processes for adjudicating violations of State and Federal law are a part of the university’s mission and its contribution to the violations and of the Student Conduct Code are separate and well-being of society . may be pursued independently of one another .

III. Authority

A .The University President shall have the final responsibility and authority for the discipline of students of the university . The President delegates this responsibility to the Dean of Students or his/her designee . The Dean of Students has the authority to enforce regulations and may take direct jurisdiction of any case . 18 19 B . Student organizations charged with violating the Student C .Charged Student – Any student who has been formally Code of Conduct fall under the authority of the University charged with an alleged violation of the Student Conduct conduct system . Code .

C . Hearing bodies have the authority to make decisions regard- D . Class day- Any day (Monday through Saturday) that either ing a finding of responsible or not responsible for violating classes or final exams are scheduled . the Student Code of Conduct and to sanction accordingly . E . Judicial (Hearing) Officer – A University official appointed D . Failure to comply with duly established laws or University by Dean of Student Affairs to make the appropriate inqui- rules and regulations may subject violator(s) to appropriate ries into the circumstances of a case and to determine ap- action by University authorities and/or appropriate civil au- propriate proceedings of (1) case dismissal, (2) immediate thorities . Serious violations of established laws or University administrative action, or (3) formal charge . The judicial of- rules and regulations may be recorded in the individual(s) ficer conducts administrative hearings and may also serve as and/or organization(s) permanent record in the Dean of Stu- a facilitator in a judicial board hearing . dents’ Office . F . Judicial Board Hearing – An official hearing conducted be- E . The Dean of Students (or designee) has the authority to no- fore a judicial board . The judicial board has the authority to tify the person listed as the student’s emergency contact (or review student conduct violations and make decisions relat- other appropriate person) in case of an emergency involving ed to the case . At the hearing, the judicial board determines that student . if a charged student is responsible or not responsible, and, if found responsible, determines sanctions accordingly . The IV. Definitions judicial board must be comprised of at least 50% student representation . A . Advisor – A member of the FGCU community (student, faculty, or staff) chosen by the charged student to assist him/ G . Judicial Appeal Board - A board consisting of at least 50% her throughout the disciplinary process . Students are re- student representation convened to hear the appeals of im- quired to address the hearing body in person, on their own mediate administrative action . (Please refer Section 6: Im- behalf, although they may consult with their advisor during mediate Administrative Action of the Student Code of Con- the hearing . This consultation must take place in a manner duct .) that does not disrupt the proceedings . The advisor shall not speak on behalf of the student unless expressly authorized H .Hearing Body- Any person or persons authorized by the to do so by the hearing body . If an attorney is to be the advi- Dean of Student Affairs to conduct hearings to determine sor, the judicial officer assigned to the case must be notified whether a student has violated the Student Conduct Code in writing at least two class days prior to the hearing . and to impose sanctions . This includes the judicial officer and individuals serving on the judicial board . B . Administrative Hearing – An official hearing conducted before a designated judicial officer . The judicial officer reviews I . Notice of Student Code of Conduct Charge- The written no- information; determines if a charged student is responsible tice given to a student of the Student Conduct Code charge or not responsible; and, if found responsible, determines and the allegations of misconduct . sanctions accordingly . J . Preponderance of Evidence – The term “preponderance of 20 21 evidence” means that evidence, considered as a whole, in- Q .University Policy – The official written policies of the Uni- dicates the fact sought to be proved is more probable than versity including those found in the Student Code of Con- not . The standard used in hearing all disciplinary cases duct, the Undergraduate/Graduate Catalogs, The Student within this Student Conduct Code is “preponderance of Guidebook, and the University Housing Rules and Regula- evidence .” tions Handbook .

K . Reasonable Person Standard – The degree of interpretation R . Premises – All land, buildings, facilities, and properties that a “reasonable” person would provide without bias when owned, used, leased, or operated by the University or one of presented with similar information . its direct support organizations .

L . Student –Any person matriculated to the University, any S . University Rules – University statements of general appli- person who participates in any course or program in any cability that implement, interpret or prescribe law or policy school, division or unit of Florida Gulf Coast University, or and are promulgated in accordance with the Administrative any person who has participated in any course or program Procedure Act, Chapter 120, Florida Statutes . at the University and continues to be associated with the University because he/she has not completed the course or ** All code of conduct definitions not included in this list are in program in which he/she was enrolled . The term ‘student’ accordance with definitions found in Blacks Law Dictionary, 7th will also refer to student clubs, groups and organizations . Edition (1999), or the most recently issued edition in effect at the time of the violation . M .Judicial Boards – The Judicial Board is a body of students, faculty and staff to review student conduct violations . Only V. Offenses current students who are actively enrolled at the University, in good academic and disciplinary standing and subject to As defined by a reasonable person standard, the following of- this Student Code of Conduct are eligible to serve on this fenses, including the aiding or inciting of, or attempt to commit Board . The judicial board must be comprised of at least 50% these offenses, represent violations of the Student Code of Con- student representation . duct . These rules apply to conduct, which occurs on University premises, while attending University sponsored/ related activi- N .University – The term “University” means Florida Gulf Coast ties, and conduct that takes place off University premises when University, including the main campus, all of its branch lo- that conduct is determined as adversely affecting the interests of cations, sites and international programs . The Student Code the University community . of Conduct applies to the University as defined herein . A .Academic Dishonesty/Cheating O .University Community – Any person who is a student, facul- B .Falsification/Fraud ty member, University official, or any other person employed C .Disruptive Conduct by the University or a guest of the University . D .Personal Abuse E .Sexual Misconduct P . University Official – Any person employed by the University F . Larceny/Property Damage to perform assigned teaching, research, and administrative, G .Hazing professional or other responsibilities . University Police also H .Unauthorized Use of Keys and/or Entry falls under this definition . I . Misconduct at University Sponsored/Related Activities J . Controlled Substances 22 23 K .Alcohol B. Falsification/Fraud L .Weapons/Firearms M . Instigation or Participation in Group Disturbances 1 . The furnishing of false or misleading information to a Uni- During Demonstrations versity official or others, or withholding required informa- N .Computer Misuse and Telecommunications Resources tion from University officials or others . O .Gambling P . University Designated Student Residence Violations 2 . Misuse, alteration or forgery of any documents, records, keys Q .Responsibility for Guests or property . R .Noncompliance with an Official Request S . University Wordmark 3 . Impersonation or misrepresentation . Acting on behalf of an- T . Disregard for the Student Code of Conduct process other person, group or the University without authorization U .Other Violations or prior consent .

4 . Permitting another person to use his/her identification . A. Academic Dishonesty/Cheating 5 . Inappropriate use of another person’s identification . 1 . Cheating is a violation of student academic behavior standards . The common forms of cheating are: 6 . Failure to show proper identification to a University official .

a .Unauthorized assistance-communication to another 7 . Forgery, alteration, or misuse of identification . through written, visual, or oral means for purposes of enhancing the other’s academic performance . The presenta- C. Disruptive Conduct tion of material that has not been studied or learned, but obtained through someone else’s efforts and used as part 1 . Intentionally acting to impair, interfere with, or obstruct the of an examination, course assignment, or project consti- orderly conduct, processes and functions of the university . tutes a violation . The unauthorized possession or use of examination or course related material may also consti- 2 . Violence against any member or guest of the university com- tute cheating . munity .

b .Plagiarism whereby another’s work is deliberately used or 3 . An act on university premises that deliberately impedes or appropriated without any indication of the source, there- interferes with the normal flow of pedestrian and vehicular by attempting to convey the impression that such work is traffic . the student’s own . Any student failing to properly credit ideas or material taken from another is plagiarizing . 4 . Action that tampers with the election(s) of any university student organization or group . 2 . Any student who knowingly helps another violate academic behavior standards is also in violation of the standards . 5 . Willful destruction of university property or property of members of the university . NOTE: For further information see “Academic Behavior Stan- dards” in the Student Guidebook . 6 . Misuses of any university safety equipment, fire fighting equipment, or alarm . 24 25 tercourse) without consent; or sexual penetration with an 7 . An act that deliberately interferes with academic freedom or object without consent . To constitute lack of consent, acts the freedom of speech of any member or guest of the univer- must be committed by force, intimidation or through use sity . of the victim’s mental incapacity or physical helplessness . Intoxication may indicate an inability to give consent . Ver- 8 . A false report of an explosive or incendiary device which bal misconduct, without accompanying physical contact as constitutes threat or bomb scare . described above, is not defined as sexual assault . Verbal misconduct may constitute harassment, which is also prohibit- 9 . Conduct which is intentionally lewd or indecent . ed under University regulations and is specifically addressed as personal abuse in the Student Code of Conduct . D. Personal Abuse A person shall not knowingly take sexual advantage of another 1 . Verbal abuse from any person including lewd, indecent, rac- person who is: ist, prejudice, obscene, or expressions deemed inappropriate . a . Under 18 years of age, or b . A person with a mental disability that would prevent that 2 . Physical abuse or threat of abuse to self or any other per- person from making a reasonable sexual decision, or son . c . Under the influence of prescribed medication, or d . Under the influence of alcohol or other chemical drugs, or 3 . Harassment is defined as: engaging in a course of conduct, e . Who is not conscious or awake, and thus is not able to give including but not limited to stalking, directed at an indi- consent as defined above . vidual or a group which would cause a the victim severe emotional distress, intimidation, coercion or which would 2 . Public Indecency - exposure of one’s body in such a manner place a the victim in fear of bodily injury or death, provided that another party reasonably could be offended or to dis- that this provision shall not be interpreted to abridge the play sexual behavior which another person reasonably finds right of any member of the university community to freedom offensive . of expression . 3 . Voyeurism - sexual stimulation sought through trespass, spy, 4 . The failure to respect the privacy of other individuals . or eavesdrop activities .

5 . Retaliation against or harassment of complainant(s) or other NOTE: FGCU will use discretion in accommodating the victim person(s) alleging misconduct . as well as protecting the rights of the charged student . As a result of these special circumstances, a case of student E. Sexual Misconduct sexual misconduct may be resolved before a judicial officer . FGCU will not attempt to shelter students from federal, 1 . Sexual Assault - Sexual contact without consent and includes state, and/or local laws pertaining to sexual misconduct . For intentional touching, either of the victim or when the vic- further information see “Victim’s Rights” found in the Stu- tim is forced to touch, directly or through clothing, another dent Code of Conduct, page 38 below . person’s genitals, breasts, thighs or buttocks; rape (sexual intercourse without consent whether by an acquaintance F. Larceny/Property Damage or a stranger); attempted rape; sodomy (oral sex or anal in- 26 27 1 . Unauthorized use, possession, or theft of property . Such 2 . Distribution, delivery, sale or attempted sale of any narcotic property may be personal or public . or controlled substances . 2 .To damage or deface University property or the property of another person . 3 . Possession or use of drug paraphernalia .

G. Hazing K. Alcohol

1 . Any action or situation which recklessly or intentionally 1 . Possession, use or consumption of alcohol when under the endangers the mental or physical health and/or safety of a legal drinking age as defined by law . student for the purpose of initiation or admission into, or af- filiation with any organization operating under the sanction 2 . Dispensing, selling or supplying alcoholic beverages to an of the university . individual who is under the legal drinking age as defined by law . 2 . Brutality of a physical nature such as whipping, beating, branding, forced calisthenics, exposure to the elements, 3 . Public intoxication as observed through disruptive behavior forced consumption of any food, liquor, drug, or other sub- resulting from excessive consumption of alcoholic beverages stances, or other forced activities which could adversely af- (to be determined by physical observation or BAC test, if fect the physical health or safety of the individual . available) .

3 . Any activity which could subject the individual to mental 4 . Violating other University or Housing policies while under stress such as sleep deprivation, forced exclusion from so- the influence of alcohol . Students who choose to drink al- cial contact, forced contact, which could result in embar- cohol will be held fully responsible for their behavior while rassment, or any other activity which could adversely affect under the influence of alcohol . the mental health or dignity of the individual . Note: For further information see “Drug Free Workplace/ H. Unauthorized Use of Keys and/or Entry Drug Free Schools Policy” .

1 . Unauthorized possession, duplication, or use of keys to any L. Weapons/Firearms University premises . 1 . Unauthorized possession or use of firearms or any weapon 2 . Unauthorized entry or attempted entry to University prem- on university premises or at University sponsored/related ises . activities .

I. Misconduct at University Sponsored Activities 2 . Unauthorized possession or use of fireworks of any description, explosives, or chemicals which are disruptive, explo- 1 . Violation of University policies at any University spon- sive, or corrosive on university premises or at University sored/related activity, which may be held on or off campus . sponsored/related activities .

J. Controlled Substances

1 . Possession or use of any narcotic or other controlled substances . 28 29 M. Instigation or Participation in Group Disturbances decode passwords or similar access control information . During Demonstrations, Parades, or Picketing i .To intentionally, as defined by a reasonable person standard, damage, disable, or impair computing or telecom- 1 . The participation in a demonstration(s), parade(s), or pick- munications equipment or software . eting that interferes with the educational function of the j .To acquire or utilize software that does not adhere to ap- university, or jeopardizes public order and safety . plicable software licenses and copyright laws or is not consistent with University software policies . 2 . Leading or inciting others to disrupt scheduled and/or nor- k . To introduce viruses or other destructive software in Uni- mal activities on university premises . versity computer network . l .To engage in activities which are not consistent with the N. Computer Misuse and Telecommunications Resources provisions of Chapter 815, Florida Statutes, Computer Crimes Act, Title 18 United States Code, Electronic 1 . The University supports open access to electronic communi- Communication Privacy Act of 1986, or the Telecommu- cation and information . Nevertheless, the preservation of an nications Act of 1996 . open computing and communications environment requires m .“Chain letters” or similar materials are prohibited . adherence by users to a set of standards and policies for the responsible use of computing systems, software, and tele- 2 . All members of the University community are expected to communication networks . University computing and tele- adhere to University policies regarding the security and use communications resources shall not be used as follows: of individual user identifications and passwords . Members of the University community are held responsible for any a . To impersonate another individual or to misrepresent violation of University policies that occurs either on or off an authorization to act on behalf of other individuals or campus that involve the use of their computer account . Un- the University . authorized use of a University computer account is expressly b . To modify the original attribution of electronic mail mes- prohibited . sages or postings . c .To send anonymous messages without clearly and correct- Computer users shall comply with all applicable federal, ly identifying the sender . state, and local laws and regulations governing the use of d .To make unauthorized or illegal use of the intellectual computer and telecommunication technology, as well as all property of others without the prior written permission of applicable policies of the University and the Florida Board the owner or the copyright holder of the information . of Governors . These policies are referenced in the “FGCU e .To transmit to others or to display images, sounds, or mes- Acceptable Computer and Network Policy”, the student sages that reasonably could be perceived as being harass- guidebook and are posted on the University website . Viola- ing, invasive, or otherwise unwanted . tions of the computer and network rules and policies shall f .To carry out commercial or other for-profit purposes . result in disciplinary action . Serious violations of University g .To conduct programs which do not directly relate to, or are policies shall generally result in immediate loss of network not in support of, the academic, research, administrative, and computer access and privileges . or student activities of the University . h .To attempt to undermine, as defined by a reasonable per- Suspected criminal violations of federal, state, or local laws son standard, the security or the integrity of the universi- shall be reported to the University Police Department, ap- ty’s computing systems or telecommunications networks, propriate law enforcement agencies or any other applicable to attempt to gain unauthorized access, or to intercept or authorities or agencies . However, unauthorized or fraudu- 30 31 lent use of University computing and telecommunication resources can result in felony prosecution as provided for in 3 . No student shall intentionally provide false information, ver- Florida Statutes, Chapter 775, Florida Criminal Code . bally or in writing, to faculty members, administrative staff, residence hall staff, or other employees acting in the perfor- O. Gambling mance of their official duties .

1 . To play in an unlawful game of chance for money or for any- S. University Wordmark thing of value on University premises or at any affair sponsored by a student organization . 1 . Unauthorized use of the official University Eagle, mono-seal, or other graphic identity symbol . 2 . To sell, barter, or dispose of a ticket, order, or any interest in a scheme of chance by whatever name on University prem- T. Disregard for the Student Code of Conduct Process ises or at any affair sponsored by a student organization . 1 . Failure to obey a Hearing Body directive(s) or order(s) . 3 . To wager on a University team or organization in a competition with a direct interest in the success of the competi- 2 . Improper actions during a conduct hearing . tion . 3 . Failure to respond to a request to appear before a Hearing P. University Designated Student Residence Violations Body when notified to do so .

1 . Repeated or flagrant violations of regulations governing Uni- 4 . Knowingly withhold, falsify, or misrepresent information be- versity Student Housing (which are found in Housing Rules fore a Hearing Body . and Regulations Handbook) . 5 . Violation of the terms of the Hearing Decision . Q. Responsibility for Guests 6 . Attempting to influence, intimidate, or threaten any witness, 1 . Students will be held accountable for any damage or viola- board member, or other participant involved in the preparation of University rules and regulations by their guests on- tion of a case or the procedures constitution a judicial or campus or in University Housing . academic behavior standards proceeding .

R. Noncompliance with an Official Request 7 . Distributing, announcing, or publishing confidential judicial information, letters, or decisions . 1 . No student shall fail to comply with reasonable and/or lawful requests or directions by members of the faculty, administra- U. Other Violations tive staff, residence hall staff, or other employees acting in the performance of their official duties . A request for proper 1 . Violation of Federal or State law or local ordinance . identification from a student is a reasonable expectation . 2 . Aiding or assisting in any other violation of Federal or State 2 . No student shall fail to promptly answer lawful requests by law or local ordinance . faculty members, administrative staff, residence hall staff, or other employees acting in the performance of their official duties . 32 33 VI. Immediate Administrative Action E . Student organizations may be immediately suspended by the Dean of Students in circumstances involving actions In certain circumstances involving a student’s actions that may related to that group that may affect the safety, health or affect the safety, health, or general welfare of the student or Uni- general welfare of its members, the University community, versity community, the Dean of Students may impose an imme- or others . The affected student organization has the right to diate University suspension prior to the student’s hearing with a a speedy appeal hearing before a judicial board as described hearing body . An immediate suspension means a student cannot above in (B) . An immediate suspension of a student organi- be on University property, cannot attend classes, and cannot use zation means all activities, programs, social events, funding University facilities . The Director of Housing and Residence Life requests and budget expenditures are suspended . One ex- has the authority to cancel a student’s University Housing con- ception is that Greek organizations may be allowed to contract under a separate process . duct business meetings provided that 1) they notify and receive permission from the Assistant Director of Greek Life A . An immediate suspension requires that the student be noti- in advance and 2) an advisor recognized by the University fied in writing . attends the meeting .

B . The student has the opportunity for a speedy appeal hear- VII. Student Rights ing before a judicial board regarding whether the immediate Students will be presented with a written copy of the below rights suspension should continue until a hearing is held on the at the pre-hearing information session . alleged violations of the Student Code of Conduct . This appeal hearing will be held within three (3) class days of re- An accused student has the following rights: ceipt of the written notice of immediate suspension unless 1 .The right to a fair and impartial hearing . both parties agree upon a later time in writing . The appeal 2 .The right to a presumption of not being responsible for a vio- must be based on one of the following: lation until proven responsible as determined by a preponderance of the evidence presented at the hearing . 1 . An egregious error pertaining to the student’s 3 .The right to be notified in writing of the charges against him involvement . or her and the specific rule or policy violated . The University will make every attempt to notify the student using the con- 2 . Contention that the offense, even if proven, does not tact information provided by the student to the University . pose a threat to the safety, health or general welfare of FGCU has only to make a reasonable attempt to notify him the University community and, thus, does not warrant or her at the last contact information provided . a suspension . 4 .The right to an advisor of his or her choice, provided that the advisor is a member of the FGCU community (student, C . The judicial appeal board may consist of any number of in- faculty, or staff member) . A student may have an attorney dividuals as long as it maintains at least 50% of its repre- present if the Office of Judicial Affairs is notified, in writing, sentation from students . The decision resulting from the within two (2) class days of the hearing . An attorney attending appeal hearing is final . a hearing may not actively represent the accused student, but may give advice to the student regarding how to present his or D . Formal disciplinary charges will normally be filed at the her defense . completion of all investigations or as soon thereafter as pos- 5 .The right to question all witnesses who testify at the hearing sible . and/or to challenge all written statements presented at the hearing . 34 35 6 .The right to present witnesses to testify in his or her defense . related . For example, the past sexual history of the alleged The judicial body shall have the authority to limit the number victim is not usually considered relevant . of witnesses in order to avoid unreasonable delays where the testimony would be repetitious or unnecessary . D .To submit questions to the judicial officer forty-eight (48) 7 .The right to be present during the entire hearing (except for hours prior to the hearing . The judicial officer will then con- closed judicial deliberation) and to know all evidence used in sider posing these questions to the charged student . the proceeding . The student may, however, elect not to appear and failure to appear shall not be construed as an admis- E . At the request of a victim in cases involving sexual miscon- sion of responsibility . duct, physical violence or stalking charges, the alleged victim 8 .The student has the right to remain silent and such silence may request to present his/her side of the story in a separate shall not be construed as an admission of responsibility . room from the charged student so long as the process does 9 .The right to be notified in writing of the decision of the judi- not unduly compromise the charged student’s right to ques- cial body or hearing officer within ten (10) days of the date of tion the witness . the hearing . The student has the right to submit an appeal of the decision of the hearing body within five (5) class days of F . To be present throughout the hearing, or portions thereof . receiving the judicial decision . An appeal may only be based This option will be offered only by the judicial officer . on one or more of the following causes: G .To have any personal property returned to them if in current a . Violation of due process and student rights possession of the University . The determination of when b . New Evidence this property is to be returned is left to the discretion of the c . Harshness of sanction(s) judicial officer and/or University police .

VIII. Victim Rights H .To be notified of the outcome, including both the decision and the sanctions of the Victims of Student Code of Conduct violations have the follow- disciplinary process . ing rights in accordance with all federal and state laws: A . To have an advisor of the alleged victim’s choice accompany IX. Judicial Procedures her/him when presenting information to the hearing body and to any other relevant meetings held throughout the dis- The Dean of Student Affairs is charged with implementing the ciplinary process . Student Code of Conduct . All procedures implemented by the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs will be consistent with all B . To submit a victim impact statement to the hearing body . appropriate rights accorded to students in university disciplinary This information may be used only in the sanctioning phase decisions . of deliberations, if the charged student is found responsible A . Charges . for the charge(s) . If the charged student appeals the deci- Reports should be submitted to either law enforcement or the sion on the basis of severity of the sanction imposed, he/ designated judicial officer within one calendar year of discovery she will have the right to view the victim’s impact statement of the alleged violation, except in extraordinary cases . A review upon request . of possible charges may be initiated in the following ways:

C .To have unrelated past behavior excluded from the hearing . 1 . Receipt of a police report, either initiated by the police or The judicial officer will decide if such information isun- 36 37 filed by any person or entity (including University depart- notices . The judicial officer may place a disciplinary hold on the ments, offices, officials, staff, faculty, students, community records and registration of any student who fails to respond to a members, etc .) . Also included are reports requested of (or charge letter . Any pending disciplinary matters must be resolved received by) another law enforcement agency . prior to the awarding of any degree or certificate . A student does not have to be presented with the written notice prior to the 2 . Any individual may provide a signed written statement to the pre-hearing information session, which will be at the discretion Office of the Dean of Student Affairs or the designated judi- of the University Judicial Officer . cial officer . All information will then be reviewed by an ap- The written notice will include the following: propriate staff member to determine whether Student Code of Conduct charges will be filed or if alternative action is 1 .The student’s name, social security number, and address; appropriate . 2 .Description of the alleged violation including date(s), time(s), and place(s); 3 . Any information that comes to the attention of the Univer- 3 .Source(s) of information; sity that is a violation of the Student Code of Conduct and 4 . The student’s right to select a type of hearing, either before a has the potential to impact the safety and well-being of the judicial board or an administrator . University community may result in a student being charged 5 . An opportunity to attend a pre-hearing informational session with a violation of the Student Code of Conduct . to clarify rights and procedures

4 . The University may proceed with judicial charges regardless C . Hearings . of a student’s enrollment status . 1 . In cases involving multiple students charged, information 5 . Upon the conclusion of the investigation process, the judicial provided at one hearing may be used as evidence in the re- officer may either lated cases(s) . When two or more individual cases stem from the same incident, those cases may be heard jointly at the 1 . Dismiss the charge(s), discretion of the hearing officer . In these situations, sanc- 2 . Take immediate administrative action, or tions (if any) will be communicated separately . 3 . File formal charge(s) 2 . Information obtained in a hearing may result in the adjust- 6 . No sanctions may be imposed by the judicial officer, or any ment of the original charges and sanctions may be imposed other party, through an informal settlement process . accordingly .

7 . The University is not required to postpone disciplinary pro- 3 . All hearing decisions will be communicated in writing to the ceedings pending the outcome of any criminal prosecution . charged student and will include the hearing decision, and The Hearing Body may proceed with a hearing and base its sanctions imposed (if applicable) . decision on all available information . 4 . Prior records of disciplinary action and victim impact state- B . Notice . ments are considered by the hearing body only in the sanc- Any charged student will be given written notice of the alleged tioning phase of deliberations . Past criminal convictions also violation(s) of the Student Code of Conduct no later than the may be considered if relevant to the proceedings . conclusion of the pre-hearing information session . The local address on file with the University will be used for all disciplinary 5 . The hearing body’s determination of “responsible” or “not re- 38 39 sponsible” will be based solely on the information presented hearing will be held in the student’s absence and he/she at the hearing . may be charged with additional violations of the Student 6 . Student clubs or organizations must answer all questions Code of Conduct . posed by a hearing body . E . Administrative Hearings: D . Pre-Hearing . At the pre-hearing information session, the student has the right to review all materials to be used in his/her 1 .The judicial officer does not automatically call witnesses case and to select a hearing type . to support the charges, although he/she may gather any additional information needed, including calling wit- 1 .It is the student’s responsibility to schedule an appoint- nesses . The student will be informed of any additional ment for a pre-hearing prior to the formal hearing . The information gathered by the Conduct Hearing Officer pre-hearing must be scheduled within ten (10) five (5) and have an opportunity to respond at the hearing . The class days from the date of the notice or at the discretion charged student may call witnesses and present evi- of the Conduct Hearing Officer . dence . 2 .The student will be informed of the charge(s) against him or her and be allowed to hear the information gathered 2 .Are scheduled no sooner than three (3) class days from by the hearing officer regarding the case . the pre-hearing (unless waived by the student), no later 3 .Following the pre-hearing information session, the than twenty-eight (28) class days . charged student will have a 24-hour consideration period to select either a Judicial Board Hearing or waive this 3 .The hearing officer determines responsibility through right to select an Administrative Hearing . The 24-hour preponderance of evidence and information presented consideration period may be waived by the student in by the accused student . Sanctions will be applied (if ap- writing through the Waiver of 24-Hour Consideration plicable .) Period Form . 4 .The selected hearing shall be no sooner than three (3) 4 .The student will be asked to sign a Statement of Under- class days from the date of the pre-hearing, unless waived standing to indicate acceptance of the decision made by by the student in writing, nor later than fourteen class the hearing officer . days from the pre-hearing . 5 .If a student fails to schedule or attend a scheduled pre- 5 .A decision letter will be sent to the student within ten hearing information session, and five (5) class days have (10) class days from the conclusion of the hearing pro- expired since the date of the notice, the student waives cess . his/her right to a pre-hearing . At that time, a formal hearing before an administrator or a judicial board, to be de- 6 .If a student fails to attend his or her administrative hear- termined by the judicial officer, will be scheduled in the ing, the student will be charged with “Disregard for the student’s absence . The date of the formal hearing will be Student Code of Conduct Process” and a new adminis- no sooner than three (3) class days nor later than twenty- trative hearing will be scheduled . If the student fails to eight (28) class days from the day it is scheduled . The attend the second scheduled administrative hearing, the student shall be notified in writing of the hearing type case will be heard in the student’s absence and he/she and its date, time, and location . will be informed in writing of the decision . 6 .If the student fails to appear at the scheduled formal hearing and failed to provide notice to this effect, the 40 41 F . Judicial Board Hearings iv . Presentation of evidence and witnesses by the University, followed by questioning of those witnesses . Each witness is 1 .Appropriate witnesses may be called to provide informa- dismissed after questioning . tion to support the charges . Charged students who wish to question adverse witnesses will be given the opportu- v . Presentation of evidence and witnesses by the charged stu- nity to do so . dent, followed by questioning of those witnesses . Each witness is dismissed after questioning . 2 .Are scheduled no sooner than three (3) class days and no later than twenty-eight (28) class days from the pre- vi . Questions directed to the charged student by the hearing hearing (unless waived by the student) body .

3 .Will be tape recorded, unless waived by the charged stu- vii . Closing statements (if any) by the University, followed by dent in writing . This recording will serve as the official the closing statement of the charged student . record of the proceedings . viii . All persons are excused from the hearing room for delibera- 4 .All hearings are closed and all judicial information and tions except Judicial Board members and the Judicial Offi- decisions shall remain confidential . cer .

5 .The accused student shall be granted all rights guaran- ix . The Judicial Board considers only information introduced in teed him or her by the Student Code of Conduct . the hearing and deliberates in executive session until a decision is made as to responsibility . The decision is based on the 6 .Judicial Board hearings will only include the charged preponderance of evidence and is decided by a simple major- student, advisors, Conduct Hearing Officers, Residence ity vote . In cases of a tie, the decision will always be made Life staff (including RAs), alleged victim(s) and any in favor of the accused student . Previous violations are to be witness(es) who can give a first hand account of the in- considered only in the sanctioning phase of deliberations . cident . Witnesses may only be present during the time they are testifying . Character witnesses may only provide x . The decision is announced in the presence of the accused testimony in the form of a written statement . student and the advisor . The accused student will receive a written copy of the decision rendered by the Judicial Board The following order of presentation is recommended for use at the conclusion of the hearing . in judicial board hearings . The judicial board may change the order if necessary: xi .The student is informed of the right of appeal and the appropriate procedure for initiating an appeal . The student will i . Introduction of the Judicial Board and accused student for have five (5) class days from the hearing date to submit an the tape recording . appeal .

ii . Presentation of charges . 7 . If any member of the Judicial Board feels that he or she has had previous contact with the case or with the stu- iii . Opening statements (if any) by the University, followed by dents involved so that a fair judgment cannot be ren- the opening statement of the charged student . dered, the member must request that he or she cannot serve for that hearing . The accused student may request 42 43 that any member of the Judicial Board be excused when- X. Sanctions ever the student can show a bias on the part of the member . The chair of the Judicial Board will decide on such A . In light of the facts and circumstances of each case, the fol- challenges and, if appropriate, ask the member to excuse lowing sanctions, or combination of sanctions (with or with- him or herself . If the chair is challenged by the student, out appropriate modifications) may be imposed upon any the Judicial Board will decide by a majority vote whether student found to have violated the Student Conduct Code: or not he or she should be requested to excuse him or 1 . Reprimand . An oral warning or written statement placed in a herself . student’s disciplinary file . 2 . Community Service Hours . Assignment to perform tasks or 8 . The chair of the Judicial Board shall have the right to services under the supervision of a University department or limit the length of testimony of any witness or partici- community service agency . pant in the hearing if it appears to be repetitious or does 3 . Educational Activities . Attendance at educational programs, not contribute positively to the fair and efficient adjudi- interviews with appropriate officials, planning and imple- cation of the case currently being considered . menting educational programs, writing research papers or other educational activities . 9 . If an accused student fails to appear at the hearing af- 4 . Counseling Assessment and Compliance . Referral for assess- ter being properly notified, the judicial body shall hear ment (at the student’s expense) to a licensed mental health the case on the basis of the evidence accumulated as a professional or counseling center for general mental health result of the testimony of witnesses and shall notify the or other counseling issues . Students found responsible for accused student of the decision . alcohol/drug violations may be referred to the FGCU Coun- seling and Student Health office or to an outside agency or 10 . An accused student may request one postponement of a counselor based on the seriousness of the offense . Students judicial hearing by contacting the Office of Judicial Af- must comply with all recommendations established as a re- fairs at least two class days prior to the scheduled hear- sult of any assessment . ing . Postponement will only be allowed at the discretion 5 . Restitution . Payment of actual damages or loss of services to of the Judicial Officer . the University or victim . 6 . Disciplinary Probation . A period of time during which any 11 . Witnesses may not also serve as the advisor/support per- further violation of the Student Conduct Code puts the stu- son . dent’s status with the University in jeopardy . If the student is found “responsible” for another violation of the Code during l2 . Any participant determined by the chair to be unruly or the period of Disciplinary Probation, serious consideration disruptive to the hearing process will be removed from will be given to imposing a sanction of Suspension or Expul- the hearing . sion from the University . 7 . Restrictions . Some of the restrictions that may be placed on 13 . A decision letter will be sent to the student within ten a student include, but are not limited to: (10) class days from the conclusion of the hearing pro- a . Participation in student clubs, groups, activities or events . cess . This time limit may be extended if necessary where additional consideration of evidence and deliberation is b . Representation of the University on athletic teams . required by the judicial board . c . Holding leadership positions .

44 45 d . Entrance to University Housing areas or any other areas on 2 . Additional sanctions specific to student organizations are campus . found in organizational constitutions, the Office of Greek Life, and the Office of Student Life policies, which are here- e . Contact with another specified person(s) . by incorporated by reference . C . Any sanction that separates a student from the University 8 . Change in University Housing assignment . will be noted on that student’s academic transcript . A lesser sanction may not be noted on the transcript . 9 . Exclusion (either temporary or permanent) from University Housing . D . Decisions regarding falsification of admission or re-admission information may be forwarded to the appropriate office 10 . Removal from the classroom . for review of the application and appropriate action regarding admission . 11 . Suspension . Separation from the University for a specified period of time . E . Students who fail to complete sanctions will have a disciplinary hold placed on their records and may receive additional 12 . Expulsion . Separation from the University without the pos- charges . sibility of re-admission . XI. Appeals 13 . Withholding of registration, diplomas, transcripts or other records . A . Appeal Requests

14 . Transcript Notations . A written notation indicating that dis- A student may appeal the outcome of a Student Conduct Hear- ciplinary action was taken . ing in writing to the Dean of Students within five (5) class days (Note: Students will normally forfeit tuition and Housing of the date of the decision letter by filing a written petition for Fees if found responsible for a Student Conduct Code vio- appeal with the Office of Judicial Affairs . An appeal must be lation resulting in removal from the classroom, suspension based on one or more of the following grounds: or expulsion . A student may also forfeit academic credit accordingly and must see his/her professor to determine the 1 . Due process errors involving violations of the charged stu- impact on grades based on the withdrawal . Students who are dent’s rights that substantially affected the outcome of the excluded from living in University Housing must contact the hearing . Director of Housing and Residence Life to determine the financial impact of the canceled contract) . 2 . The sanction(s) is (are) extraordinarily disproportionate to the offense committed . B . The following sanctions may be imposed upon groups or organizations found to have violated the Student Conduct 3 . New information that was not available at the time of the Code: original hearing .

1 . Those sanctions listed in Section A above . Suspension or B . Appeal Hearings Expulsion of student organizations includes temporary or permanent loss of recognized status with the University . 1 . Appeals will be heard by the Dean of Students (or designee) . 46 47 2 . The appeal will be scheduled within ten (10) class days of case cannot be scheduled before a Judicial Board, the student receiving the written request for appeal . may choose one of the following options:

3 . The necessity for an Appeal Hearing will be at the discretion 1 .The case may be heard immediately by the Dean of Student of the Dean of Studens (or designee) . Affairs (or designee) provided that witnesses are available (this is the only option available to graduating seniors) . 4 . The student may bring an advisor to the appeal hearing . 2 .The case may be heard when the next semester begins, provided that witnesses are available (this is not applicable to 5 .On appeal, the burden of proof rests with the student to graduating seniors) . clearly show that an error has occurred during the original hearing . If the student wishes to have his or her case heard when witnesses are not available, he or she may waive, in writing, the 6 .A student found responsible for a violation may not be given right to question the witnesses and the written statements of all a more severe sanction as a result of his or her decision to witnesses will then be accepted as evidence and testimony by appeal . the Judicial Board or hearing officer . The accused student may, however, challenge the testimony given in these statements by C .Appeal Decisions presenting witnesses on his or her behalf .

1 . The Dean of Students (or designee) may uphold, modify, or XIII. Records reverse the original hearing decision, or order that a new hearing be held . A . Records of all disciplinary cases will be maintained in the Division of Student Affairs . 2 . Are communicated within ten (10) class days of the appeal hearing unless notification is given that additional time is B . Records containing a sanction of expulsion will be main- necessary for consideration of the record on appeal . tained in a permanent file and not be removed under any circumstances . 3 . Except in the case of an immediate suspension, the student’s status will remain unchanged during the appeal process . C . Records (with the exception noted in B above) will be kept on file for seven years past the date of final action taken 4 . May be appealed to the University President or designee on the record . These records will be destroyed after seven within five (5) class days of receiving the decision of the years in accordance with the State of Florida’s document Dean of Students . The decision of the University President retention schedule . or designee is final . D . Records indicating a finding of “not responsible” will be XII. Judicial Procesdures for Violations Occuring During considered Administrative Files and will be destroyed five the Last Two Weeks of the Semester or During Sum- years after the date of final action taken on the record . mer Sessions E . The release of student disciplinary records will be governed When a student has a hearing scheduled during the last two by applicable federal and state laws regarding the privacy weeks of any semester or during the summer sessions and the of educational records .

48 49 (Revised Spring 2004 by the Student Code of Conduct Revi- becomes known, the instructor shall take appropriate mea- sion Committee, Approved by Florida Gulf Coast Univer- sures ranging from counseling, to an academic action (loss sity Board of Trustees on April 20, 2004) of credit for a specific assignment, examination or project, or removal of the offender from the course with a grade of “F”) to recommendation of disciplinary action to the Dean STUDENT ACADEMIC BEHAVIOR of Students .

2 . Before initiating any academic action, the instructor shall Policies and Procedures inform the student of the alleged violation, citing the information on which the allegation is based . The instruc- 1 . ACADEMIC BEHAVIOR STANDARDS tor shall give the student the opportunity to respond in defense, including the hearing from other persons with FGCU is committed to a policy of honesty in academic affairs . knowledge of the situation involving the student’s alleged Conduct that comprises a breach of this policy shall result in behavior . Subsequently, the instructor shall duly inform the academic and/or disciplinary action . Academic action affects student in writing of the academic action being taken and student assignments, examinations, or grades . Disciplinary ac- all the reasons for such action . Reports of the initial and tion affects student enrollment status . final academic action shall be sent to the Dean of Students’ Office . Violations of student academic behavior standards include: 3 . Should an alleged violation of the academic behavior stan- A . Cheating whereby non-permissible written, visual, or oral dards arise before the withdrawal deadline in a term, the assistance including that obtained from another student instructor shall notify the registrar that the student shall not is utilized on examinations, course assignments, or proj- be withdrawn from the course in question . Only a written ects . The unauthorized possession or use of examination or release from the instructor or the authorized party deciding course-related material shall also constitute cheating . a student appeal will allow withdrawal . However, if the student appeals the academic action and desires to withdraw, B . Plagiarism whereby another’s work is deliberately used or the process shall be initiated by the student immediately in appropriated without any indication of the source, thereby the normal university manner . Such withdrawal requests attempting to convey the impression that such work is the will be held in abeyance until a ruling on an appeal is ob- student’s own . Any student failing to properly credit ideas tained . If resolved in favor of the student, the withdrawal or materials taken from another has plagiarized . request will be processed at that time . The individual empowered to rule on the student appeal shall appropriately NOTE: A student who has assisted another in any of the afore- notify both the Registrar and the Dean of Students’ Office mentioned breach of standards shall be considered equally of the outcome . culpable . 4 . The instructor’s recommendation for disciplinary action 2 . ACADEMIC AND/OR DISCIPLINARY ACTION (subject to probation, suspension, or expulsion) shall be submitted through the College Dean to the Dean of Stu- A . Action by Instructor dents’ Office for processing under “The Student Disciplin- ary Process” . 1 . When a violation of student academic behavior standards

50 51 5 . Student appeals of academic action shall be made under the 1 . Grades or other academic action taken by an instructor . “Student Grade Appeals .” 2 . Grades resulting from an instructor’s: 3 . COORDINATION OF ACADEMIC AND DISCIPLIN- ARY ACTION a . Alleged deviation from established and announced grading policy; A . When an instructor initiates academic action as the result b . Alleged errors in application of grading procedures; of the student’s alleged violation of academic behavior stan- c . Alleged lowering of grades for non-academic reasons . dards, the academic action will be processed first . At the time of the final academic action report, the instructor can NOTE: The professional judgment exercised by an instructor recommend, through the College Dean, that disciplinary in assigning a grade or in conducting a class are excluded action should also be pursued through the Dean of Stu- from the provisions of this rule except as noted in (1), (2) dents’ Office . a, b and c above .

B . When information concerning an alleged violation of aca- 5 . GENERAL POLICY – THE FOLLOWING ASSUMP- demic standards is received by the Dean of Students’ Office TIONS ARE ADOPTED . from other than instructional sources (e .g . other students, university police, etc .), the Dean of Students shall inform A . Students are entitled to a fair, prompt, and open resolution the Dean of the College in which the violation allegedly of complaints . took place before proceeding with the disciplinary process . The College Dean shall inform any affected instructor . B . Faculty members are entitled to a fair, prompt, and open forum in defense of their action . C . In case it is not clear initially whether the reported action is best pursued through academic action or disciplinary ac- C . Students have access to published materials and student tion procedures, the Dean of Students and the Dean of the government representatives to help them become familiar College in consultation with any affected instructor(s), will with and understand procedures for handling complaints . confer and decide which procedure to employ in pursuing the case . D . Faculty members have access to published materials and the university staff to help them know and understand pro- D . In the case of multiple or aggravated violations of academic cedures through which charges against them will be ad- behavior standards, the Dean of Students shall initiate dis- dressed . ciplinary action based on information contained in university records upon recommendation from the Dean of the E . Resolution of student appeals should be made as speedily College . and informally as possible .

4 . STUDENT GRADE APPEALS F . The university as an institution and its faculty are entitled to procedures which ensure the maintenance of academic A . Scope standards .

This rule shall apply to all student appeals of: G . The appropriate forum for discussion or alteration of academic matters is the unit responsible for these matters . 52 53 6 . ACADEMIC GRADE: APPEALS COMMITTEE school days of the complaint being brought to the Depart- ment Chair/Team Leader . At the time the Chair/Team A . Each college shall establish an Academic Grade Appeals Leader notifies the student of this decision, he/she should Committee whenever required for the purposes of this also inform the student of the formal procedure for appeal . rule . The Chair/Team Leader’s decision must be in writing .

B . This Committee shall be made up of at least three and no C . When the instructor is not available to discuss the prob- more than five faculty members and two students . lem, if at all possible, the resolution should wait until such time as the instructor can return to the campus, but not C . Student members shall be selected by the Dean of Students longer than one semester . If the Department Chair/Team from a list of ten (10) students furnished by the President Leader determines that an emergency exists requiring that of Student Government Association . the problem must be solved prior to the availability of the instructor (e g. . in a case of probable delayed graduation), D . Any member may be challenged for cause by either party . the Department Chair/Team Leader shall make every rea- The validity of such challenges shall be decided by the Vice sonable effort to apprise the instructor of the situation . President of Academic Affairs . If a challenge is upheld by The instructor may elect to submit a written statement the VPAA, the College Dean shall appoint a replacement and to designate a faculty replacement to aid in solving the from the college’s faculty and the Dean of Students shall problem . If the instructor cannot be reached or does not appoint replacements for the Student Panel . elect to designate a replacement and the complaint must be dealt with promptly, then the Chair/Team Leader shall E . The instructor and the student may each exercise peremp- act on behalf of the instructor . tory challenge of one member of the initial committee . D . If the appeal or allegation is made against the Chair/Team 7 . RESOLUTION OF STUDENT APPEALS: DEPARTMENT Leader in the role of instructor, then the student shall treat LEVEL the initial appeal as the appeal to the Chair/Team Leader of the department and proceed accordingly . A . All student grade appeals or allegations of specific wrongful academic action(s) by an instructor shall first be brought 8 . RESOLUTION OF STUDENT APPEALS: COLLEGE to the attention of the instructor of the course . This action LEVEL must be initiated within one semester of the alleged wrongful action or grade, or as soon thereafter as the student be- A . If not satisfied with the resolution of the complaint pro- comes aware of such action . The parties should attempt to posed by the Chair/Team Leader, the student may proceed resolve the problem in as speedy and satisfactory manner within ten (10) school days of receipt of the Chair/Team as possible . If dissatisfied with the instructor’s decision, or Leader’s decision to file a written appeal with the Office if the instructor is not available, the student may continue of the Dean of the College in which the course is housed . to pursue an informal solution with the Chair/Team Leader The written appeal to be introduced at the college level of the department in which the course is housed . only after informal resolution has failed must clearly spec- ify the action which the student perceives as wrong . The B . The Chair/Team Leader and instructor should make every purpose of any subsequent hearing at the college level is to effort with the student to solve the problem at the infor- determine whether a broader segment of the campus rep- mal level . This resolution shall take place within ten (10) resented by the committee also judges the action as wrong . 54 55 If so, they are to suggest a resolution for the action . Before body when examining all available and relevant informa- filing the complaint, the student should consult with the tion concerning the student’s appeal of academic action by Dean of Students, or designee, who shall furnish advice the instructor . Such information shall include the student’s as to the student’s rights and responsibilities with respect written appeal, written and/or oral information provided by to this rule . The written appeal shall include the basis of the instructor, statements made by both parties before the the original complaint, the dates when the instructor and/ committee, and any other information the committee may or Chair/Team Leader met with the student to discuss the deem relevant . problem, and the suggested resolution at that time . 6 . The student and faculty member shall be invited to meet B . The College Dean shall call the Academic Grade Appeals with the committee . Each shall be allowed adequate time Committee together and ascertain the availability of the in- to respond to the appeal (and material) as submitted as structor or instructor’s replacement (see paragraph (4) (c) well as any questions from committee members . Addition- above) . ally, each shall be able to present information needed to clarify the issues involved . C . In conducting a formal review, the Academic Grade Ap- peals Committee shall adhere to the following guidelines: 7 . After meeting with both parties, the committee shall develop its recommendations by majority vote . The committee 1 . The time limits specified in the following review procedure chair shall designate a member to record the committee’s may be extended by mutual agreement of the parties . recommendations . These recommendations concerning the disposition of the case shall be submitted to the Col- 2 . The student and the instructor or instructor’s replacement lege Dean . shall be permitted to have a representative to appear with them before the committee if they so choose . If the student 8 . The College Dean shall render a decision within ten school has legal counsel, the university shall provide legal counsel days of the conclusion of the committee hearing . Copies of for the faculty member, without charge, at the discretion of the committee’s recommendation and the Dean’s decision the faculty member . shall be made available to both parties concerned, to the Provost, and all other involved parties and departments . 3 . The committee shall not be officially convened to review the appeal until the faculty member involved, or replacement, 9 . FINAL APPEAL has received a copy of the appeal or complaint and had had at least five (5) school days to submit, if desired, any infor- A . If dissatisfied with the College Dean’s decision, the student mation . The student will be provided with a copy of any may, within ten (10) school days, file a written request for material submitted by the instructor at least five (5) school review with the Provost stating the basis for review and the days before the committee meets to review the case . resolution sought by the student . B . Acting as the University President’s representative, the 4 . The committee should make every reasonable effort to meet Provost shall make final decision on the matter within ten for review of the case within 15 school days after receipt of (10) school days of receipt of the student’s request for re- the student’s written appeal and any information provided view . Copies of the Provost’s written decision and the basis by the faculty member and/or Chair/Team Leader . therefore shall be sent to the student, the College Dean, the chair, the Dean of Students, the instructor involved, 5 . The committee will function as an objective, fact finding and other involved parties . 56 57 Student Grievance Procedure 3 . Definitions -

6C10-4 .004 . STUDENT GRIEVANCE PROCEDURE . a .“Day” means a calendar day, unless expressly stated otherwise . If a time limit expires on a non-business day, the limit 1 . General – The intent of this rule is to provide a procedure shall be extended to 5 p .m . of the next business day . whereby student grievances are processed promptly and resolved fairly . Students shall be given adequate opportu- b . “Grievance” means a dispute or request for redress of the nity to bring complaints to the attention of the University interpretation or application of any law, University rule or with the assurance that the proper University officials will policy that adversely impacts the Grievant’s substantial in- promptly investigate the facts of the case and evaluate terest . these facts in an objective manner . c . “Grievant” means any enrolled or admitted student who a . Student problems should be resolved, whenever possible, presents a grievance under this rule . before the filing of a formal written grievance and open communication is encouraged so that resort to formal griev- d . “Respondent” means the FGCU faculty or staff member ance procedures will not be necessary . Informal resolution who is alleged to have caused the grievance by identifiable of grievances may be continued throughout the process . acts of omission or commission .

b . Time limits contained in this rule may be extended by mu- e . “Party” means either the grievant or the respondent . tual agreement of the parties . Upon failure by the Univer- sity or its representatives to provide a decision within the f .“Counsel” means an attorney or lay advisor . time limits provided in this rule or any extension thereof, the grievant may appeal to the next appropriate step . Upon g .“Resolution” means an action by or on the behalf of the Uni- failure of the grievant or counsel to file an appeal, or take versity that is satisfactory to the student . prescribed action, within the time limits provided in this rule, the grievance shall be deemed to have been resolved 4 . Informal Resolution of Student Grievances . at the prior step . a . It is the University policy to encourage the informal reso- 2 . Exclusions – Grievances pertaining to the following matters lution of grievances directly between the student and the shall not be processed under this rule: respondent . If this cannot be accomplished, the student is encouraged to continue informal resolution presenting the a . Disciplinary actions taken under FGCU Student Code of problem orally through appropriate administrative channels Conduct up to, but not including, the Office of the Vice President in whose area the respondent is employed . b . Traffic and Parking Violations b . Upon request, the University Ombudsperson will inform c . The professional judgment exercised by an instructor in as- the student as to the administrative channels to be fol- signing a grade lowed in an attempt to secure informal resolution .

d . Professional judgment of licensed practitioners in the 5 . Formal Resolution of Grievances . health related professions . 58 59 a . If informal resolution attempts do not succeed, the student conduct an inquiry, if necessary . The Ombudsperson shall may present the grievance in writing . The grievance shall forward a recommendation to the Vice President after re- contain a statement of the facts and circumstances giving view of the grievance, the Ombudsperson’s recommenda- rise to the grievance that identifies relevant dates and wit- tion, associated documents and any discussions necessary nesses, specifies the law, rule or policy alleged to have been to determine the facts, the Vice President or designee shall violated and describes how the grievant’s substantial inter- render a decision within thirty (30) days . This decision shall ests are adversely impacted . This written grievance shall be forwarded in writing to the grievant and the respondent . be mailed or delivered to the University Ombudsperson no The decision of the Vice President is final . later than thirty (30) days following the date on which the alleged act or omission causing the grievance occurred; or Specific Authority 1001 74(4). FS . Law Implemented not later than thirty (30) days from the date the student ac- 1001 .74(10), 1002 21(6). FS . History—New 1-17-99, quired knowledge, or could be reasonably expected to have Amended 6-15-04 acquired knowledge, of the alleged act or omission unless the time limit has been extended by mutual agreement .

b . Upon receipt of a formal student grievance, the Univer- sity Ombudsperson will review the grievance to determine whether or not action under this rule is appropriate or is excluded under the provisions of subsection (2) above . If action under this rule is appropriate, the University Ombud- sperson will notify the student of receipt of the grievance and of the name of the respondent’s Vice President who will handle the procedures outlined herein; simultaneously the Ombudsperson will notify the respondent and deliver the written grievance to the Vice President in whose area the respondent is employed . The Ombudsperson will inform the student that proceedings under this rule are not appropriate if such is the case . Regardless of the disposition, such notice will be mailed to the student within fifteen (15) days after the Ombudsperson’s receipt of the written grievance .

c . Within 15 days of receipt of notification of the grievance, the respondent (or in case of absence of the respondent’s supervisor) shall prepare a written response to the allegation(s) made by the student and shall furnish copies of this response to the grievant, and to the appropriate Vice President .

d . Upon receipt of the grievance and the respondent’s reply thereto, the Ombudsperson shall review the matter and 60 61 STUDENT EDUCATION RECORDS the University’s education records policy . In accordance with FERPA, FGCU shall afford each student the POLICY following rights with respect to his or her education records:

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) • The right to obtain a copy of FGCU’s student records provides students with important rights and privileges relating to policy . their education records maintained by Florida Gulf Coast Uni- versity (FGCU) . For complete information refer to the university Disclosure of Public or Directory Information catalog or FERPA site: http://www .fgcu .edu/registration/ferpa . html which offers a general overview of FERPA . Notwithstanding the above, the University may, at its discretion, disclose certain classes of education records without a student’s Student Rights under FERPA consent . This public information is referred to as “directory information” and is of a nature that disclosure would not result in In accordance with FERPA, FGCU shall afford each student the harm or an invasion of privacy . The University designates the fol- following rights with respect to his or her education records: lowing classes of education records as “directory information”:

• The right to inspect and review his or her education records • Student full name within forty-five (45) days of a request to do so; • Telephone listings • The right to request an amendment of the student’s educa- • Major/field of study tion records to ensure that the records are not inaccurate, • Enrollment status misleading or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy • Class status or other rights; • Dates of attendance • The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable • Degrees received and dates of conferral information contained in the student’s education records, • Honors and awards received except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure • Most recent educational institution attended prior to FGCU without consent; • Participation in officially recognized activities and sports • The right to file a complaint alleging a violation of FERPA • Participation in intramural events with the Family Policy Compliance Office of the United • Weight and height for athletic team members States Department of Education; and • University email address • The right to obtain a copy of FGCU’s student records policy . Additional Disclosures Not Requiring a Annual Notice to Students of FERPA Rights Student’s Consent In addition to permitting disclosures of directory information as The Registrar shall annually inform students of the above-men- described above, FERPA allows the University to disclose educa- tioned student rights under FERPA by publishing a notice in the tion records without the student’s prior written consent in the FGCU Catalog and in other appropriate locations . The annual following circumstances: notice also shall prescribe the procedures whereby a student may make a formal request for non-disclosure of directory informa- 1 . To University officials with a legitimate educational interest tion, exercise the right to inspect and review education records, in accessing the information; request an amendment of education records and obtain a copy of 2 . To another educational institution where the student seeks 62 63 or intends to enroll; throughout the student’s academic career with the University, 3 . To authorized representatives of the Attorney General of unless subsequently revoked in writing by the student . the United States, the Comptroller General of the United States, the Secretary of Education of the United States, Upon receiving a request for non-disclosure of directory infor- or state and local education officials who require the in- mation, the University will not release any directory information formation to audit or enforce legal conditions related to about the student without the student’s prior written consent, programs at the University that are supported by federal or except to the extent otherwise authorized or required by FERPA state funds; or other laws . 4 . To persons or organizations providing financial aid to a student or to which a student has applied for financial aid, if Copies of Education Records the purpose is to determine eligibility, amount or conditions of aid, or to enforce the terms of the aid; The University shall provide a student with copies of his or her ed- 5 . To state or local officials in compliance with state laws ad- ucation records . Applicable fees may be required prior to release . opted prior to November 19,1974; However, the University reserves the right to deny a student cop- 6 . To an individual or organization conducting a study (col- ies of transcripts or other education records where the student lectively “consultants”) to develop, validate or administer has an unpaid financial obligation to the University, where there tests, student aid programs, or improve instructions for, or is an unresolved disciplinary action against the student, or where on behalf of, the University or other lawfully authorized the education record requested is an exam or set of standardized education officials of the State of Florida; test questions . 7 . To accrediting organizations to carry out accrediting functions; Right of the University to Deny Access to Education 8 . To parents of a dependent student as defined by the Inter- Records nal Revenue Code . The University will exercise this option only upon submission and verification of evidence proving The University reserves the right to deny a student access to the such dependency; following education records: 9 . To comply with a lawfully issued subpoena or order of a 1 . The financial statements of the student’s parents; count of competent jurisdiction; 10 . To inform the victim of a violent crime committed by a stu- 2 . Letters and statements of recommendation for which the dent of the disciplinary outcome under the FGCU Student student has waived in writing his or her right of access; or Code of Conduct; and 11 . To appropriate medical or government authorities in a 3 . Other records that are excluded from the FERPA definition health or safety emergency if knowledge of the information of education records and are not public records under Flori- is necessary to protect the health or safety of the student or da’s Public Records Law, Chapter 119, Florida Statutes . others . Education Records Relating to Multiple Students Student’s Request for Nondisclosure of Directory In- formation When an education record contains information about more than one student, a student may inspect and review only the records A student may elect to block the disclosure of his or her “direc- or portions of the records that relate to the student . Prior to dis- tory information .” To do so, the student must make a formal writ- closure, the portions of records containing personally identifiable ten request of the Registrar . The student’s request remains valid information relating to other students must be redacted . 64 65 Additional FERPA Information the rights of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) victims to an education and employment against the rights of General information and links regarding FERPA are available students and university employees to an environment in which from the website of the Family Compliance Office of the United they are protected from contracting the disease . In the belief that States Department of Education at http://www .ed .gov/policy/gen/ education can exercise some control over the spread of the dis- guid/ fpco/index .html . ease, and help the public to respond in a reasoned manner, the SUS is committed to providing the university communities and Questions regarding FERPA or FGCU’s Education Records pol- the public at large with education on the nature and transmission icy should be directed to the Office of the Registrar and can be of the disease and the legal rights of AIDS victims . located in the following: http://enrollment .fgcu .edu/registration/ ferpa .html . The policy of the university is to treat cases of AIDS/HIV on a case by case basis . When an AIDS/HIV case comes to the attention of the university, whether student, faculty or staff member, PERSONAL HEALTH RESPONSIBILITIES the university AIDS/HIV Committee will assume responsibility for conducting a thorough review based upon the best medical Each student must assume a certain level of responsibility for his and legal information available . Any actions taken will respect or her education and for the maintenance of health . Learning and the rights of the individual to confidentiality as well as the indi- education take place within a body . A drugged or mistreated body vidual’s welfare and that of the university community . For addi- can neither absorb nor retain meaningful information . tional information contact the University’s AIDS/HIV Counselor in Counseling and Student Health Services located in the Well- The university has established regulations against the misuse of ness Center (239) 590-7950 (Section 240 2097(3),. F .S ). . drugs and alcohol and has designated penalties for violations . These efforts minimally are to serve the best interest of our stu- Hepatitis B and Meningococcal Meningitis Vaccinations dents; the maximum effort is to encourage students to develop a lifestyle free of drug abuses and to understand the connections Section 339 . Section 1006 .69, Florida Statutes, is created to between life, learning, and proper functioning of the integrated read: 1006 .69 Vaccination against meningococcal meningitis and body and mind . hepatitis B .

A broad range of student services provided through the Division 1 . A post secondary education institution shall provide detailed of Student Affairs is available to assist students in solving prob- information concerning the risks associated with meningo- lems that negatively affect their performances . The Wellness coccal meningitis and hepatitis B and the availability, ef- Center, which houses Student Health Services, is designed to fectiveness, and known contraindications of any required or help students target health related problems and find solutions . recommended vaccine to every student, or to the student’s Wellness encourages self-direction as a lifestyle which addresses parent if the student is a minor, who has been accepted for meaningful living, recognizing problems, initiating action, and admission . utilizing available resources . 2 . An individual enrolled in a post secondary educational insti- AIDS Policy tution who will be residing in on-campus housing shall provide documentation of vaccinations against meningococcal It is the policy of the State University System (SUS) to balance meningitis and hepatitis B unless the individual, if the individual is 18 years of age of older, or the individual’s parent, if 66 67 the individual is a minor, declines the vaccinations by sign- ALCOHOL POLICY FOR STUDENT ing a separate waiver for each of these vaccines, provided PROGRAMS by the institution, acknowledging receipt and review of the information provided . Clubs and organizations must register their events with the Cam- pus Involvement Office located in the Student Union Room 215 . 3 . This section does not require any post secondary educa- For more information regarding the policy for events involving tional institution to provide or pay for vaccinations against alcohol, please contact the Campus Involvement Office at 239- meningococcal meningitis and hepatitis B . 590-7740 .

Alcohol Education Program & Services Drug-Free Workplace and Drug-Free Schools Policy Florida Gulf Coast University is committed to creating and main- Statement taining an environment which is free of alcohol abuse . Conse- quently, FGCU offers educational and counseling programs to This is a statement of the standards of conduct and disciplin- support alcohol awareness . The Office of Prevention & Wellness ary sanctions to be imposed for the unlawful possession, use, or Services currently offers: distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by FGCU students and • Individual consultation employees on FGCU property or as part of any of its activities . • Alcohol Education Workshops and Seminars • Pamphlets, fliers, and videos on alcohol and drug abuse The unlawful sale, purchase, manufacture, distribution, dispen- • General information on alcohol and drug issues sation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or the unlawful possession and use of alcohol is wrong, harmful, and prohib- In addition, Counseling and Psychological Services offers coun- ited in and on FGCU owned and controlled property or as part of seling services for students with a concern about their alcohol or any of its activities . Any FGCU employee or student determined drug use, or that of a friend . For more information on the health to have violated this policy shall be subject to disciplinary action risks associated with the use of alcohol, please contact CAPS for misconduct, which action may include termination/expulsion (590-7950) or Prevention & Wellness (590-7733) . and referral for prosecution . No employee/student is to report to work/class or any university activity while under the influence of Health Risks Associated With The Use Of Illicit Drugs illegal drugs or alcohol . Violation of these policies by an employ- and the Abuse of Alcohol ee/student will be reason for evaluation/treatment for drug/alcohol use disorder and/or for disciplinary action up to and including Drugs cause physical and emotional dependence . Users may determination/expulsion, and/or referral for prosecution consistent velop a craving for specific drugs, and their bodies may respond with local, state, and federal law . The university’s alcoholic bever- to the presence of drugs in ways that lead to increased drug use . age policy is stated below . Regular users of drugs develop tolerance, a need to take larger doses to get the same initial effect . They may respond by com- bining drugs, frequently with devastating results . Certain drugs, such as opiates, barbiturates, alcohol, and nicotine, create physical dependence . With prolonged use, these drugs become part of the body chemistry . When a regular user stops taking the drug, 68 69 the body experiences the physiological trauma known as with- Alcohol consumption causes a number of marked changes in be- drawal . The withdrawal trauma includes (depending on the type havior . Even low doses significantly impair the judgment and co- of the drug): loss of appetite, irritability, tremors, panic, cramps, ordination required to drive a car safely, increasing the likelihood nausea, chills, sweating, anxiety, insomnia, delirium, convulsions, that the driver will be involved in an accident . Low to moderate depression and disorientation among other doses of alcohol also increase the incidence of a variety of aggres- discomforts . Psychological dependence occurs when taking drugs sive acts, including spouse and child abuse . Moderate to high becomes the center of the user’s life . doses of alcohol cause marked impairments in high mental functions, severely altering a person’s ability to learn and remember Psychological dependence on drugs can destroy ties to family and information . Very high doses cause respiratory depression and friends, as well as cause the user to abandon outside interests, death . If combined with other depressants of the central nervous values, and goals . The user goes from taking drugs to feel good, to system, much lower doses of alcohol will produce the effect just taking them to keep from feeling bad . Over time, drug use itself described . Repeated use of alcohol can lead to dependence . Sud- heightens the bad feelings and can leave the user suicidal . Drugs den cessation of alcohol intake is likely to produce withdrawal can remain in the body long after use has stopped . The extent symptoms, including severe anxiety, tremors, hallucinations, and to which a drug is retained in the body depends on the drug’s convulsions . Alcohol withdrawal can be life threatening . Long- chemical composition . Such accumulations of drugs and their term consumption of large quantities of alcohol, particularly slow release over time may have effects on the mind and body when combined with poor nutrition, can also lead to permanent weeks or even months after drug use has stopped . damage to vital organs such as the brain and the liver .

Drugs can interfere with memory, sensation, and perception . Far more addictive than heroin, barbiturates, or other illicit drugs They distort experiences and cause a loss of self-control that can is crack, a cheap but potent form of cocaine . It is extremely ad- lead users to harm themselves and others . Drugs interfere with dictive; repeated use can lead to addiction within a few days . the brain’s ability to take in, sort, and synthesize information . As Crack leads to crime and severe psychological disorders . Many a result, sensory information runs together, providing new sensa- users once addicted, have turned to stealing, prostitution, and tions while blocking normal ability to understand the informa- drug dealing in order to support their habit . Continued use can tion received . Drugs can have an insidious effect on perception; produce violent behavior and psychotic states similar to schizo- for example, cocaine and amphetamines often give users a false phrenia . Crack/cocaine as well as many other illicit drugs (for sense of functioning at their best while on the drug . Research example, narcotics, depressants, stimulants and hallucinogens) shows that drugs erode self discipline and motivation necessary produce a wide gamut of withdrawal syndromes . These drugs for learning that causes decline in academic and work perfor- can also cause sudden death from cardiac arrest or respiratory mance as well . failure .

The marijuana produced today is from 5 to 20 times stronger Sources of Text: What Works: Schools Without Drugs, United than that available as recently as 10 years ago . Its regular use has States Department of Education, 1989 revised edition . been associated with “amotivational syndrome”, characterized by apathy and loss of goals . Research has shown that severe Drug/Alcohol Counseling, Treatment, or Rehabilitation and/or psychological damage, including paranoia and psychosis, can oc- Re-entry Programs Available to FGCU Students and Employees cur when marijuana contains 2 percent THC, its major psycho- active ingredient . Since the early 1980’s most marijuana has con- A broad range of student services provided through FGCU Divi- tained from 4 to 6 percent THC - two or three times the amount sion of Student Affairs are available to assist students with non- capable of causing serious damage . academic problems that negatively affect their performance . 70 71 Counseling and Psychological Services are designed to help • Suspension of vehicle registration and return of license students target problems and find solutions . This office provides plates, in the case of a multiple offender . workshops and brief interventions to assist students in deciding if • Mandatory blood testing to determine alcohol or drug lev- alcohol or drug usage is becoming a personal problem . els . • Ban on open alcoholic beverage containers in vehicles oper- In addition to academic and career counseling, FGCU’s Office ating on public highways . of Counseling and Psychological Services provide personal counseling to students who express a need for assistance due to drug/ Review by FGCU of its Drug-Free Workplace/Drug-Free School alcohol dependency or other personal problems . Services include Policy Compliance one-on-one therapy and/or referral to other appropriate professional institutions . These services at the center are provided at no The Division of Student Affairs and Department of Human Re- charge to currently enrolled students as well as students who are sources will review, on a biennial basis, the effectiveness of the returning to FGCU from rehabilitation or re-entry programs . programs stated in its Drug Free Workplace/Drug-Free Schools Policy Statement and will implement changes to the programs if they are needed in accordance with the Drug Free Schools and Applicable Legal Sanctions Under Federal, State and Lo- Communities Act amendments of 1989 (Public law 101 226) . This review will also be conducted to ensure that the disciplinary cal Law for the Unlawful Possession or Distribution of sanctions at FGCU are consistently enforced . Illicit Drugs and Alcohol

In the U .S . Department of Justice, Drug Enforcement and Ad- ministration 1989 edition of Drugs and Abuse the following state- STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND ment is provided regarding applicable legal sanctions under fed- ORGANIZATION SERVICES eral law for the unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs: “The foundation of the federal fight against drugs is Title II of the Campus Involvement Office Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970, commonly known as the Controlled Substance Act (CSA) . The Meet New People, Join an Organization, Gain Leadership, and basic provisions of that law were strengthened by the Congress in Attend Campus Events! 1984 and again with the Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1986 . The CSA provides penalties for unlawful manufacturing, distribution, and The Campus Involvement Office supports programs, which dispensing of controlled substances . The penalties are basically encourage a sense of community and concept of total student determined by the schedule of the drug or other substance, and development . It is committed to providing an environment con- sometimes are specified by drug name, as in the case of mari- ducive to personal, cultural, social, ethical, civic, emotional, rec- juana . As the statute has been amended since its initial passage reational, spiritual and organizational development . in 1970, the penalties have been altered by Congress” . Campus Involvement provides leadership development and ex- Florida’s laws (directed to discourage persons from driving under periences so students who become involved outside of the class- the influence of drugs or alcohol) have severe penalties including room can transfer their learned skills to their professional and mandatory minimum incarceration sentences . Other sanctions community involvement after graduation . Students have the op- include: portunity to create, plan, implement, and evaluate programs de- • Suspension or revocation of driver’s license. signed to meet the needs of students . 72 73 Activities include concerts, dances, lectures, movies, hypnotists, of credits will be completed prior to orientation; however, it is field trips, comedians -- to over 120 clubs and organizations on recommended that students bring an unofficial copy of all tran- campus! These experiences provide sound leadership develop- scripts to the orientation session . ment and make for lasting friendships and memories . New ideas are always welcomed and encouraged to foster continual com- Freshmen are encouraged to contact first year academic counsel- munity building . Feel free to contact us at 239-590-7739 . We ors throughout the academic year by e-mail, phone consultation, can’t wait to meet you! or scheduled appointment . Academic counselors are available to provide referral to University resources such as tutorial assistance, mentoring, personal counseling, and career counseling . When the student has successfully completed at least 24 credit CAMPUS SERVICES AND INFORMATION hours, he/she will be referred to the respective college advisor who will guide the student through the remainder of their gradu- Academic Advising ation requirements .

Academic advising is essential to the discovery and development How to be Successful First Year Students at FGCU of the academic potential of students . A key element of the advising process is the advisor/student relationship . Through this • Make a college education your number one priority. Have relationship, the advisor helps the student select, plan, monitor, fun, get involved with campus life, but learn to set the proper and complete educational goals . balance between academic and social activities .

First-Time-In-College (Freshmen) • Expect your college courses to be challenging and therefore, High School Dual Enrollment/Early Admission be ready to put forth the extra effort needed to be an academic success . Dr . Alice Brunner, Director Mr . Adam Musolino, Freshman Academic Counselor • Allow plenty of time for your studies. You’ll need two to three Mr . Chris Miller, Freshman Academic Counselor hours of study time for every hour in the classroom . Ms . Marie Koko, Freshman Academic Counselor E-mail: advising@fgcu .edu • When a course seems a bit difficult, ask for help immediately WEB: http://enrollment .fgcu .edu/advising/ and take advantage of the many campus academic support (239) 590-7875 services .

Admitted students who have fewer than 30 transferable credit • Don’t procrastinate on your studies and assignments. Time hours are required to meet with an academic counselor in the can slip away before you know it . office of First Year Advising at Freshman Orientation . This initial advising session will introduce students to the University, and • Develop a good student/professor relationship. Meet your Florida Board of Education academic programs and policies . A professors early in the semester . Visit with them during their general education plan will be outlined for each student, taking designated office hours for academic assistance . into consideration credits earned through accelerated mecha- nisms such as International Baccalaureate (IB), Advanced Place- • Become aware of important dates and deadlines (registra- ment (AP), and the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) . tion, add/drop, withdrawal, final exams) . Timely application to the University will ensure that articulation 74 75 • Establish and make use of your e-mail account early in your Mary Swanson first semester . You can reach your professor or academic ad- Academic Advising vising office, and receive critical University updates through 239-590-7203 this computer resource . Each new student is issued an ac- E-mail: mswanson@fgcu .edu count by the first or second week of their first semester at FGCU . College of Business Ms . Pat Van Fleet • Go to class! 239-590-7302 Executive Secretary, Academic Advising • Ask questions. (There is no such thing as a dumb question!) E-mail: pvanflee@fgcu .edu

Transfer students Ms . Marisa Ouverson 239-590-7403 (undergraduate) Students who transfer with 12 or more credit hours (including E-mail: mouverso@fgcu edu. those with an Associate of Arts degree from a Florida community college or state university) meet directly with an academic Mr . Andy MacDiarmid advisor from the college offering their program of study . This 239-590-7401 (undergraduate) initialadvising session occurs during the mandatory transfer ori- E-mail: amacdiar@fgcu .edu entation . Students are encouraged to schedule regular advising sessions throughout their upper division program to monitor Mr . Neil Parker progress towards completion of all requirements for graduation . 239-590-7351 (Computer Science) For acomplete listing of specific program requirements, please E-mail: nparker@fgcu .edu refer to the college sections of the current university catalog . Additional information regarding college advisement may be re- School of Engineering ceived by contacting: Ms . Diana Stoppiello 239-590-7390 College of Arts and Sciences E-mail: dstoppie@fgcu edu. Patricia Rice 239-590-7196 College of Education Executive Secretary, Academic Advising Ms . Susan Duda E-mail: price@fgcu .edu 239-590-7778 (appointments/gen .info) Advising Assistant Lucero Carvajal E-mail: sduda@fgcu .edu Academic Advising 239-590-7204 Mr . Ed Beckett E-mail: lcarvajal@fgcu .edu 239-590-7759 (teacher certification and graduation) Advisor/Counselor Melanie Stanis E-mail: ebeckett@fgcu edu. Academic Advising Olivia Hung-Simons 239-590-7221 239-590-7790 (COE admissions) E-mail: mstanis@fgcu .edu Academic Advisor 76 77 College of Health Professions state’s 28 community colleges and assist students to connect with School of Nursing the proper personnel at their previous institution to get needed Maxine Faatz, Executive Secretary information or documents to complete the transfer process . 239-590-7485 E-mail: mfaatz@fgcu .edu In order to assist with the transfer of students from Edison Col- lege, FGCU has placed an advisor on campus at EC . She is Peggy Raynor available to meet with students interested in furthering their aca- 239-590-7455 demic career at FGCU and helping with the transfer and admis- Advisor, School of Nursing/pre-Nursing majors sion process . E-mail: praynor@fgcu .edu Contact: Donna Morin 239-489-9204, dmorin@fgcu edu. School of Health and Rehabilitation Wanda Smith, Executive Secretary Academic Integrity 239-590-7550 E-mail: wsmith@fgcu .edu Plagiarism is illegal both on the campus and off, and cheating on examinations and quizzes is dishonest . When it is evident that a Anne Young student is guilty either of plagiarism or cheating, he/she is sub- 239-590-7456 ject to disciplinary action . For more information, see the Code of Advisor, School of Health and Rehabilitation Conduct section in this guidebook . Community Health, pre-Athletic Training, pre-Health Science, pre-Human Performance majors Admissions (Undergraduate) E-mail: ayoung@fgcu .edu E-mail: admissions@fgcu .edu College of Professional Studies Website: http://www .fgcu .edu/admissions .asp Mr . Jeff Jinian Howard Hall – Admission Operations 239-590-7760 239-590-7915 E-mail: jjinian@fgcu .edu Howard Hall – Marketing and Recruiting 239-590-7878 Mr . Shaun Murie Sugden Welcome Center 239-590-7694 239-590-7878 E-mail: smurie@fgcu .edu The Office of Undergraduate Admissions actively recruits and ad- mits students with the potential and preparedness to succeed in Academic Services and a challenging academic environment . Undergraduate Admissions Information is comprised of three functional areas . The Sugden Welcome Center, located at the main university entrance, is the information center for prospective students . The staff handles routine in- Articulation and Community College Relations quiries, coordinates on-campus recruitment events and, with the The primary service of Articulation is to provide assistance to assistance of student tour guides, conduct daily campus tours . community college students during the transfer process . Staff in the Office of Admission at FGCU are liaison officers with the The Marketing and Recruitment activities involve creating the 78 79 departments marketing materials and informational pieces which 12 lighted Tennis Courts are then used in our recruitment efforts . The Recruiting Team Athletic Clubhouse (to be completed Fall 2007) (our intrepid Road Warriors) visits high schools and community Soccer Stadium (to be completed Fall 2007) colleges throughout the state meeting with counselors and students . Our Recruiter’s goal is to help students make an informed Bulletin Boards decision in selecting a university . Campus Involvement Office The Admission Operations area is responsible for the receipt and 239-590-7739 subsequent processing of undergraduate applications for admis- Student Union Building, Room 215 sions . Applications can be submitted online through our web site, Email:bdaniels@fgcu edu. online through the FACTS .ORG web site or by a hardcopy application . The articulation of transfer credit is also handled within Bulletin boards have been placed in academic buildings, the li- this office . brary, and the Student Affairs area for the convenience of students, faculty, and staff . If you would like something posted, Athletics you must have it approved and stamped through the Campus Involvement Office . Department of Intercollegiate Athletics 239-590-7012 Campus Recreation Athletic Fields, Alico Arena E-mail: sperchan@fgcu .edu Campus Recreation Website: http:/fgcu .edu/athletics 239-590-7935 Felicia Tittle, Director Department of Intercollegiate Athletics offers student-athletes E-mail: ftittle@fgcu edu. the opportunity to participate in intercollegiate competition in a Website: http://www .fgcu .edu/CampusRec/ variety of sports such as: Campus Recreation is funded by Student Activity and Service Men’s and Women’s Golf Fees . We offer FGCU students, faculty and staff the opportuni- Men’s and Women’s Tennis ty, facilities, and equipment to participate in a variety of aquatics, Men’s and Women’s Basketball intramural sports, fitness, waterfront, and outdoor pursuit activi- Men’s and Women’s Cross Country ties . For up to date details on Campus Recreation programming, Women’s Volleyball please visit our website http://www .fgcu .edu/CampusRec/ . Baseball Softball 2007-2008 Campus Recreation programming will include: Men’s and Women’s Soccer Women’s Swimming and Diving Aquatics Center: The Aquatics Center consists of one 25- yard pool and one 50- Existing Buildings and Facilities: meter (Olympic Size) pool . We are open for lap swim and recreation swim . The facility has: Teaching Gymnasium- Alico Arena • Equipment (kickboards, pull buoys, fins, and paddles) for Natatorium loan Swanson Stadium- Baseball Field 80 81 • Basketballs and a hoop sources such as mountains, lakes, rivers, parks, caves, and much • Water volleyball court more .In these settings, aesthetic pleasures are coupled with the • Chairs and mats for laying out challenges and achievements . Trips include: • 2 one-meter diving boards and 2 three-meter diving boards • Canoe and Kayak Trips • Camping Intramural Sports: • Sailing The intramural program offers the opportunity to compete for • Hiking “Big Blue” a 24 oz mug with gold inlay . There is a variety of struc- • Rock Climbing tured sports with no tryouts or “cuts” and a host of tournaments . • Deep Sea Fishing For more information please contact Michael Howard or call 590-7938 Sports include: Group Fitness & Personal Training: • Volleyball Center is home to the Group Fitness and Personal Training pro- • Basketball gram . For more information please call or e-mail Jim Dundon at • Water Polo 590-7709 or jdundon@fgcu edu. . The center provides students, • Men’s Flag Football faculty, staff, and other selected groups the opportunity to par- • Co-ed Flag Football ticipate in a variety of fitness activities including: • Dodge Ball • Group Fitness Classes including Spinning, Pilates, Body • Softball Sculpting, Step and Sculpt, Yoga, Yogalates, and much • Tennis more 7,000 sq ft . state-of-the-art fitness facility includes • Soccer Cardio Theater, Strength and Conditioning room, free • Kickball weights, and cardio equipment • Opportunity to work with a certified Personal Trainer FGCU Outdoor Activities: • Fitness Orientations The FGCU Outdoors Program at Florida Gulf Coast University • First Workouts offers a variety of outdoor programs for students, faculty, and • Fitness Assessments staff . All of these programs are offered at a minimal cost while • Personalized Workouts ensuring elite programming opportunities for all participants . • Educational Fitness Clinics and Seminars For more information call or e-mail Matt Purdy at 826-3219 or mpurdy@fgcu .edu . At FGCU outdoors we plan to offer in the Sport Clubs: fall semester of 2007: Non-competitive competition for those sports not officially part Enjoy a day on our campus beach, paddle a canoe, kayak on the of FGCU Athletics . For more information please call or e-mail Lake, or have a relaxing ride in a sailboat . Activities include: Paul McCarthy at 590-7332 or pcmccarthy@fgcu edu. . FGCU • Canoeing Sport Clubs include: • Sailing • Waterski Club • Kayaking • FGCU Hockey • Sculling • Scuba Club • Paddle Boating • FGCU Dancing Divas • Barbecues and Picnics • Competitive Watersports • Weightlifting Club Outdoor Pursuits provide students the opportunity to utilize re- • Outdoor Rec. Club • Club Fit 82 83 • Fencing Club • Career counseling to assist students develop self-knowledge • Women’s Soccer related to career and major choice by helping them identify • Sailing Club and understand their skills, interests, values, and personal • Rugby characteristics . This service is available in collaboration • Wrestling with the Office of Counseling and Psychological Services .

We also host two major events: • Information to assist in the planning and decision-making • Eaglepalooza, which is an annual event held during the fall process, including resources on specific companies, occu- semester that provides a recreational atmosphere that, includes pations, career fields, labor market and employment trends, a host of local vendors, dunk tank, watermelon contest, putting as well as information on graduate/professional schools . green and many other recreational activities . • Preparation for the job search process through the devel- • H2O, this event will include a host of water activities on the opment of job-search skills and strategies, including train- Waterfront and the Aquatics Center . ing on resume writing, networking, and interviewing . We also assist students identify internship opportunities to gain Whatever your pleasure, be it competitive sports, fitness, infor- work-related experience prior to graduation . mal recreation, a picnic by the lake, or just a relaxing day, Cam- pus Recreation is for you! • Connection to employers through our web-based job listing system www .collegecentral com/fgcu,. as well as through Career Development Services events, including job fairs, campus interviewing/recruiting, and networking activities . Career Development Center - First Floor, Howard Hall Phone 239-590-7946 Fax 239-590-7975 To set up an appointment for the above services (with the ex- Website: http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/careers ception of career counseling), contact the Career Development Center at 239-590-7946 or by e-mail at kbuchman@fgcu .edu or Reid Lennertz, Director rlennert@fgcu edu. . For career counseling, please contact the Of- 239-590-7960 fice of Counseling and Psychological Services at 239-590-7950 . E-mail: rlennert@fgcu .edu Kristen Buchmann, Assistant Director Cashier’s Office 239-590-7942 E-mail: kbuchman@fgcu .edu 239-590-1213 McTarnaghan Hall, First Floor Career Development Services assists students and alumni in pre- E-mail: cashiers@fgcu edu. paring for and achieving their career goals . We offer individual Website: http://www .fgcu .edu/cashiers advising to students, as well as helpful resources in the Career Center and on our website . We also serve as the central clear- The Cashier’s/Accounts Receivable Office serves students, fac- inghouse for on and off campus employment and internship op- ulty, and staff in numerous ways . Payments for tuition, parking portunities . fines, housing, and various other obligations due to the University are paid at the Cashier’s Office . Refunds of stafford loans, federal Career Development Services offers assistance in the following and state grants and scholarships, are disbursed through the Ac- areas: counts Receivable Office . 84 85 Waivers and Florida Prepaid College Plan payments are accepted SI helps students succeed many courses where 30% or more by the Cashier’s Office . Third-Party Contracts, Veterans’ Affairs of the students are historically unsuccessful . Courses iden- and Florida Prepaid College Plan billing is done by the Accounts tified as an SI supported class are assigned an SI leader . An Receivable Office and may be reached at 239-590-1218 . Ques- SI leader is a trained student who is very knowledgeable in tions regarding your student account may be directed to either the subject area . SI leaders attend classes, take notes, and office . complete reading assignments so they are able to lead group study sessions outside of class . These study sessions are de- All tuition payments must reach the Cashier’s Office prior to signed to focus on the difficult concepts and problems in the closing time on the payment deadline date to avoid the late fee course . The sessions are collaborative; students work with or being dropped from your classes . Please make sure that your SI leader and classmates to better understand the material . University Identification Number (UIN) is on all checks mailed SI leaders also demonstrate effective strategies for studying or placed in the depository . The Cashiers’ Office accepts pay- the course material . Supplemental Instruction is voluntary ments made in person, mail, drop box, or online . Please note and free to FGCU students . For more information, visit that payment by credit card can be made in person at the Ca- http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/learning/ shier’s Office or online via Gulfline (gulfline .fgcu .edu) . Forms of payments include cash, checks, money orders and credit cards • Eagle Tutoring – Tutoring is available for many FGCU cours- (VISA, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express) . es, and can be requested online . Tutoring is free to FGCU students . For more information, visit http://studentservices . Please refer to the most current Registration Guidebook for up- fgcu .edu/learning/ dated information regarding the Cashier’s/Accounts Receivable Office . The Cashier’s/Accounts Receivable Office does NOT • Academic Retention Program – The retention program as- mail out invoices, however, a student’s account detail is always sists all interested students, but it is targeted specifically available at: http://gulfline .fgcu .edu . at students who have been placed on Academic Warning or Probation . Appointments with Dr . Domino and Success Center for Academic Achievement Seminars provide students with help on topics such as time management, strategies for avoiding academic procrastina- 239-590-7906 tion, note taking, concentration, memory strategies, and Library, Room 103 many other effective study techniques . E-mail: tutor@fgcu .edu Website: http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/learning/ • Career Exploration Program – The Career Exploration Pro- gram is a program allowing students to explore different The Center for Academic Achievement (CAA) assists FGCU available career options . This program is coordinated with students college career by offering a range of programs designed the Career Development Center, which assists students by to support student academic success . providing contacts with business and industry leaders .

• Supplemental Instruction (SI) – Supplemental Instruction • Workshops – Standardized test workshops are the leading (SI) is a facilitator-led group study session offered in con- method of test preparation . The CAA offers workshops for junction with certain courses each semester . This special- many standardized tests to included the CPT, CLAST, and ized tutorial support system is offered to over 200 univer- General Knowledge exams . For more information, visit http:// sities throughout the U .S . and is designated an Exemplary studentservices .fgcu edu/learning/. . Program by the U .S . Department of Education . At FGCU, 86 87 • Service Learning Hours and Employment – The CAA offers fer students need to understand is the CLAST . The CLAST is a service learning hours and also paid positions . For more in- four-part requirement: Essay; Reading; English Language Skills, formation, visit http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/learning/ . and Math . ALL STUDENTS MUST HAVE CLAST MET BY THE TIME THEY HAVE EARNED 60 CREDIT HOURS . The Center for Civic Engagement (Service-Learning) EaglesConnect The Testing Center monitors students records and any student who has not met CLAST by the 45-50 credit hour level, will have Library, Room 460G a CLAST hold placed on their registration records . This will pre- 239-590-7015 vent a student from being able to register for classes . When you Website: www .fgcu .edu/connect/ see this “hold”, please contact the Testing Center so we can ex- plain to you how to proceed . “HOLDS” ARE GOOD THINGS . Every undergraduate, degree-seeking student is required to fulfill They help you, as a student, know that there is something you a service-learning graduation requirement, and the staff of the need to do that you haven’t yet done . It gives us in the Testing Center for Civic Engagement works hard to make fulfilling this Center an opportunity to meet with you individually and help you requirement as easy and as much fun as possible . A student determine a plan to complete the CLAST requirement without entering FGCU as a freshman or a sophomore has an 80-hour any interruption in your classes or graduation plans . We can pro- service-learning graduation requirement . A student transferring vide direction regarding tutoring, workshops, and other aides that to FGCU as a junior or a senior completes 40 hours before gradu- will assist you in meeting the CLAST requirement . ation . The Center for Civic Engagement develops and approves service-learning experiences and documents the hours using Many students never reach the point of having to take the CLAST agreement and verification forms . test . They meet the requirement through ACT or SAT scores, or by having achieved a specified GPA in their English and math Information about service-learning requirements, a database of courses . Below you will see how this can be accomplished . more than 180 service-learning opportunities, a newsletter, and other pertinent information are included on the EaglesConnect HOW CAN I BE EXEMPT FROM TAKING THE CLAST website located at www .fgcu .edu/connect/ . Students are encour- TEST? (COLLEGE-LEVEL ACADEMIC SKILLS TEST) aged to visit the website often for the latest service-learning ideas and information . The web-based calendar of upcoming service COMMUNICATION: events gives students time to plan and share these activities with (THE 3 ENGLISH SUB-TESTS: Essay; Reading; English Lan- friends . Group service projects are a great way to earn hours and guage Skills (ELS)) have fun at the same time . Student Government, Greek organiza- Exemption is based on two (2) courses (6 semester hours) only: tions, resident student staff, and student organizations facilitate English Comp I & II taken at FGCU OR transferred in as the these opportunities . equivalent to ENC 1101 and ENC 1102 . Students must have a 2 .5 GPA when averaging the two course grades together, no grade The Center for Civic Engagement is located on the fourth floor less than a “C” . of the Library, room 460G . The staff looks forward to visiting Or you may be exempt based on your ACT or SAT score: with students and exploring ideas for future service projects . SAT-I VERBAL 500 OR HIGHER (Test Date: April 1995 or later) SAT-I VERBAL 420 OR HIGHER (Test Date: Prior to April CLAST (College-Level Academic Skills Test) 1995) ACT COMPOSITE SCORE of 20 or higher on test taken prior One of the most important requirements that freshmen and trans- 88 89 to Oct 1989 = Reading Exemption Counseling & Psychological Services READING SCORE of 22 or higher on test taken Oct 1989 or after = Reading Exemption 239-590-7950 ENGLISH SCORE of 20 or higher on test taken prior to Oct Wellness Center 1989 = Essay & ELS Exemption E-mail: CAPS@fgcu edu. ENGLISH SCORE of 21 of higher on test taken after Oct 1989 Website: http://studentservices .fgcu edu/counseling. = Essay & ELS Exemption Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) includes person- COMPUTATION (MATH SUB-TEST) al and career counseling, psychotherapy, testing and assessment, Exemption is based on two (2) math courses (6 semester hours), consultation and referrals, outreach programming, algebra or higher . Students must have a 2 .5 GPA when averaging and emergency on-call services . the two course grades together, no grade less than a “C” . Personal Counseling and Psychotherapy . Personal stress and ad- Qualifying courses are: justment issues are part of college life . At times this stress can lead to emotional disturbances and substance abuse . Individual MAC 1105 College Algebra counseling, psychotherapy and consultation/referral services are MGF 1106 Liberal Arts Math I available for all FGCU students . Services are free and confiden- MGF 1107 Liberal Arts Math II tial . Counselors and therapists at CAPS adhere to the ethical STA 2023 Statistical Methods standards established by professional associations, state licens- STA 2037 Statistics with Calculus ing boards, and national certification organizations . A Counselor- STA 2122 Social Science Statistics in-Residence provides consultation and educational services for MAC 1147 Precalculus residential staff and students . As well as other higher-level math courses: Calculus; Trigonom- etry; Geometry Career Counseling . Selecting a major and beginning a career Note: MAT 1033, Intermediate Algebra does not apply to CLAST path in college is sometimes difficult and puzzling for students . exemption . Career counseling is a personal process that promotes the exploration of individual needs, interests, skills, and values . This Or you may be exempt based on your ACT or SAT score: process enables students to make an informed choice regarding SAT I Math 500 OR HIGHER (Test Date: April 1995 or later) their major . A variety of career assessment instruments are used SAT I Math 470 OR HIGHER (Test Date: Prior to April 1995) in the counseling process . ACT Math 21 OR HIGHER (regardless of test date) Mental Health Screening . CAPS provides mental health screen- Computer Labs ings as part of our prevention efforts for the university community . Screenings are offered throughout the year and cover such 239-590-7100 mental health issues as depression, anxiety, alcohol, and other Ben Hill Griffin, Room 208 drugs and eating disorders . Students can go online anytime for a (Classroom and Computer Lab Technical Support) screening: http://studentservices fgcu. .edu/counseling . There are several computer centers and on campus for course and personal use . All students receive an e-mail account while Outreach Programs . CAPS offers a number of workshops open enrolled at FGCU . Each lab will have instructions as well as lab to the university community . Presentations include topics such assistants who can help students access their account . as: Recognizing Depression, Suicide Awareness and Prevention, 90 91 Relationship Building, Dealing with Difficult People, Mental The Dean of Students’ Office cultivates a caring and supportive Health Emergencies, Stress Management, Test Anxiety, Study campus environment while preparing students for leadership in a Strategies, Procrastination, and Developing Basic Counseling dynamic, multicultural society . Skills . The Dean of Students’ Office actively promotes campus involve- Any interested university group can contact CAPS for profes- ment, diversity and retention through our 120 student organiza- sional presentations regarding these topics . tions which range in orientation from service, fraternities and so- rorities, media, student governance, performance, multicultural, Testing and Assessment . CAPS offers several types of assessment and academic interest . as part of our services . Students may ask for or be requested to take assessments or evaluations as a part of counseling, such as The Dean of Students’ Office is a general resource for all stu- the Campbell Interest and Skills Survey . CAPS offers evaluation dents and will advocate for students when appropriate . Staff in for learning disabilities (reading, written expression, or mathe- the Dean’s office assist in establishing standards of conduct as matics) and Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) . well as disseminating and enforcing University rules, regulations, Cost recovery fees apply to some of the assessments; please call and policies . for more information or consultation . Disability Accommodations Emergency On-Call . Professional counselors are available on a 24-hour basis for mental health emergencies that arise within Adaptive Services the university community . The on-call counselor is contacted 239-590-7956 through the university police dispatcher at 239-590-1911 . Howard Hall, Room 137 TTY: 239-590-7930 Dean of Students’ Office Monday – Thursday – 8:00a m. . – 7:00p m. . Friday – 8:00a m. . – 5:00p .m . Student Union Building, Room 104 E-mail: cbright@fgcu .edu 239-590-7900 Monday – Friday – 8:00a .m . – 5:00p .m . Adaptive Services promotes opportunities for full participation Fax: 239-590-7903 in university academics, programs, activities, and services by stu- http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/dos/ dents with disabilities through the provision of reasonable accommodations and other support services . Disabilities, as outlined The Dean of Students’ Office at Florida Gulf Coast University by the Americans with Disabilities Act and the University, may plays an important role in enriching, maintaining and evaluat- include learning, visual, hearing, speech, physical, psychological, ing the overall quality of student life at FGCU . We support the and other disabilities . The student is responsible for identifying academic mission of the University by facilitating personal, aca- him or herself as having a disability, providing documentation, demic, civic, social, spiritual and professional development in our and consulting with the Adaptive Services staff with sufficient students . notice to coordinate appropriate services . Adaptive Services staff provides consultation and assistance in enrollment and registra- The Dean of Students’ Office works directly with students to tion, classroom accommodation, note taking and reader services, help solve problems and to assist in individual and group crisis modified or extended test taking and sign language interpreters . management . The Adaptive Learning Lab, located in the Adaptive Services of-

92 93 fice, offers individual study areas with computer software and • Learning occurs throughout the entire university experi- assistive technology helpful to students with disabilities . ence .

Division of Student Affairs • There is value in diversity of ideas, beliefs and culture.

Office of the Vice President • A strong community is committed to mutual respect, 239-590-7900 collaboration and care . Student Union, Room 104 Website: http://studentservices .fgcu .edu • A healthy lifestyle enhances success in learning, life and career . a . Our Vision: • The quality of the University experience is determined by The Division of Student Affairs, at FGCU, will be recognized for personal choices . exceptional leadership in engaging students in the university experience, promoting their personal development, and establish- The Division of Student Affairs at Florida Gulf Coast University ing a community of civility and care . includes the following services: the Vice President of Student Af- fairs, Dean of Students’ Office, Judicial Affairs, Greek Life and b . Our Mission: Student Leadership Development, Career Development Ser- vices, Testing and Assessment, Student I .D . Cards, Counseling The Division of Student Affairs is a partner in achieving the aca- and Psychological Services, Student Health Services, Housing demic mission of Florida Gulf Coast University . We accomplish and Residence Life, Adaptive Services, Campus Recreation, Stu- this by enhancing our students’ ability to learn and by promoting dent Support Services and Outreach, Prevention and Wellness their development as productive members of the greater com- Services, Multicultural Student Development, and the Campus munity . Involvement Office .

We are dedicated to improving students’ decision making skills, Eagle View Orientation facilitating their personal development, enhancing leadership development, promoting healthy lifestyles, and assisting in develop- 239-590-7957 ing their sense of purpose . Paula Machlin, Coordinator of Parent Orientation and Parent Relations Our leadership in these endeavors provides a vibrant campus life Sarah Reed, Coordinator of Orientation Processing and Admin- that increases student engagement in the university community istration and creates a culture of civility and care . Through our efforts, Frank Graceffo, Coordinator of Orientation Programming and students will develop a life long affinity for the University . Leadership Development Division of Enrollment Services c . Our Values: McTarnaghan Hall E-mail: orientation@fgcu .edu As members of the Division of Student Affairs, we believe: The college experience goes beyond examinations, writing term • Individuals grow and develop in unique ways. papers, and the many hours spent in the library and laboratories; it is about growing as an individual not only intellectually, but also 94 95 socially and emotionally . Eagle View Orientation is charged with Financial Aid and Scholarships assisting new students with their successful transition to FGCU and provides opportunities in student leadership and other extra- McTarnaghan Hall, First Floor curricular programs designed to complement and enhance the 239-590-7920 intellectual and social growth of students . E-mail: FASO@fgcu .edu Website: http://www .fgcu .edu/AS/FinancialAid/ Orientation programs are offered to freshmen and transfer students during each semester of enrollment . These programs in- The Financial Aid and Scholarships Office provides services to form students about services and opportunities at FGCU while assist students to secure the funds necessary to pursue an educa- assisting them with the initial advising and registration process . tion at FGCU . Counseling and information services are provided Qualified current students are selected each year to serve as via various mediums . We will be happy to assist you by phone, Orientation Leaders in order to assist new students during their or stop by to see us in person . Feel free to communicate with us orientation program . The selection process for these positions via e-mail, and utilize our website for information and necessary begins in March . If you are interested in applying please visit the forms . Financial Aid is available to FGCU degree-seeking stu- Eagle View Orientation website at: http://enrollment .fgcu .edu/ dents and includes grants, loans, scholarships and employment orientation . opportunities .

• Helpful Hints: Apply by completing the FAFSA (Free Appli- Family Resource Center cation for Federal Student Aid) as soon after January 1st as possible every year . Our priority deadline is March 1st and 239- 590-7855 you can apply on line at www .fafsa ed. .gov . Keep a copy of Website: www .fgcu .edu/frc your tax return before you mail it to the IRS . You will need it to complete the FAFSA; The Family Resource Center (FRC) provides early care and edu- • Start a folder now to save financial aid information and cop- cation for infants, toddlers, and preschool children of student ies of documents filed . families . The FRC is open from 7:30 a .m . to 5:30 p .m ., Monday • Put your name and university ID number (UIN) on top of through Friday year round . The center closes on FGCU holidays everything submitted to our office . and other specified days and times . • Keep your address current in the Office of Registration and Records . The FRC serves as a model child care program for Southwest • Respond promptly to all information requests. Florida holding accreditation with the National Association for • Apply for FGCU Foundation Scholarships on line from No- the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) - the standard bearer vember 15 through May 31st each year at www .fgcu .edu . in childcare . Additionally, the center serves as a Our Priority deadline in March 15th and you can apply at practicum/observation site and a service learning opportunity for http://www .fgcu .edu/AS/FinalcialAid/scholarships html. . all FGCU students . Student assistants work in the classrooms • For additional information, visit the office, e-mail us, or visit and at the front desk . The center provides information, refer- our website . ral services, and parent education to all FGCU student parents . Tours can be scheduled regularly throughout the week . Health Services

239-590-7966 Student Health Services 96 97 Wellness Center The Office of Housing and Residence Life (OHRL) administra- Website: http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/healthservices/ tive office is located on the second floor of the Commons . Resi- dents and parents should contact the administrative office for FGCU offers a number of health services to its students, which information regarding contract issues, assignments, fees, or to is located in the Wellness Center to provide a variety of services . request to speak with any full time staff member . Student Health services is staffed by physicians and nurse practitioners and nurses . These services include triage, basic care and The mission of the Office of Housing and Residence Life (OHRL) referral, vaccinations, education and health awareness programs . at Florida Gulf Coast University is to provide students a success- Student Health Services is committed to ensuring that students ful on-campus living/learning residential experience . This is ac- are provided timely information and education so that students complished by; can better care for themselves . Student Health Services also is responsible for the evaluation immunization records needed for • Providing clean, safe, well-maintained, and affordable admissions . facilities; Health Insurance . FGCU offers eligible students the opportu- • Developing a community that feels like home and promotes nity to purchase health insurance . Health insurance coverage is respect for diversity and a sense of trust; strongly recommended for all FGCU students whether offered • Managing a responsible student-centered business through the University or from another source . Students inter- operation that provides efficient and effective services; ested in health insurance may get applications in the Student • Providing residents services that respond to residents’ needs Health Services located in the Wellness Center or call 239-590- and concerns; and 7966 for more information . • Promoting the holistic living/learning experience that embraces the personal growth and development, and Housing and Residency Life provides social interaction, resources, and support for achieving academic goals . Division of Student Affairs 239-590-1700 Living in an on campus community can be the highlight of your E-mail: housing@fgcu .edu college experience . The OHRL focuses on guiding students Website: http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/housing/ through their transition to college life, connecting them to the residential and campus communities, as well as preparing them Hours of Operation to be a part of communities beyond college . Residents learn to Administrative Offices: Monday - Friday 8:00a .m . - 5:00p .m balance individual freedom with community responsibility and to Commons Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00a .m . - 12 midnight respect and appreciate individual differences . Commons Hours: Saturday & Sunday 10:00a .m . - 12 midnight (Summer semester hours may vary .) As a member of the community, you have a responsibility to your- self and the rest of the community . Students living in university The front desk of the Commons is the central hub of services for apartments are presented with daily opportunities to make choic- North Lake Village residents . The front desk is responsible for es that impact their health and safety and the safety of those distributing mail and packages, assisting visitors and residents, around them . It is the responsibility of all resident students to handling lock-outs and checking out recreational and cleaning make the residence halls and campus a safe place to live . Stu- equipment . Full-time and student staff are at the desk to answer dents are encouraged to demonstrate respect for themselves and questions and be a resource for NLV and campus information . others as well as take responsibility for their own actions .

98 99 Policies for the residence halls have been developed in an attempt The FGCU Eagle ID Card is the university identification card . to establish an environment in which a large number of residents All students are issued an Eagle ID Card at their orientation . Your may live together with maximum freedom while recognizing the Eagle ID Card is required for the library, computer labs, housing, rights of others . Essentially, discipline in the on-campus hous- meal plans, recreational services, and event privileges . To obtain ing community involves effecting voluntary compliance with the a replacement Eagle ID Card, stop by the Cashier’s Office to pay policies and regulations that govern conduct and activities in the the $15 fee and take the receipt to the Eagle ID Card Office in residence halls . These policies are made available to all residen- Room 229 of the Student Union Building . Distance Learners tial students in The Housing Policies and Regulations Handbook, residing outside the five county areas may complete the Distance the Housing contract and the Code of Student Conduct . You will Learner Request Form on the Eagle ID website and send it, along receive a copy of the Housing Policies and Regulations Handbook with a copy of a valid photo ID, by email, fax or regular mail . at move in and can also find it posted on the OHRL web site . Once we have received all required documents your card will be mailed to you . To make the most of your on-campus living experience, residents are encouraged to get involved . Residence life offers numerous Mail to: Eagle ID Card Office- employment, leadership, social, and volunteer opportunities for Student Union Building #229 students through out the school year . 10501 FGCU Boulevard S . Ft . Myers, FL 33965 Participation in the Resident Housing Association (RHA) is an excellent way to become involved in the residence halls, and pro- International Services vides another avenue to obtain leadership experience . The RHA is student-run organization that represents the interests and con- McTarnaghan Hall, Room 223 cerns of the residential students . If you live on campus, you are 239-590-7925 a member of RHA . The RHA has an executive board consisting E-mail: internationalservices@fgcu .edu of a president, vice president, treasurer, and secretary . Elections Website: http://studentservices .fgcu edu/international/. for these positions are held in the early fall . Other leadership opportunities include being a building representative, representing International student admission information is available in the RHA on an advisory committee, or chairing an event . Student International Student Admission Guide through the Office of delegates are given the opportunity to attend leadership work- Admissions . The International Services Office provides support shops and conferences . services for international students and scholars, information and assistance to FGCU students for Study Abroad, and consulta- Your time in the residence halls is key to your success at FGCU tion to university departments . We assist international students and your university experience . We encourage you to take advan- and scholars with pre-arrival information, orientation, enroll- tage of all the programs, activities, and opportunities offered to ment, document processing, immigration matters, cross-cultural you; at North Lake Village you “Live Where You Learn .” adjustment and integration into the university and community experience . Programs such as the International Reception, In- ID Card ternational Celebration, International Club and topical presentations offer opportunities for students, university and community 239-590-SMILE (7645) members to meet, learn and share their cultures . International Eagle ID Card Office Services also provides information and support services for study Student Union Building Room #229 abroad opportunities . Students may utilize the Study Abroad Re- Email: smile@fgcu .edu source Library, attend information sessions, Study Abroad Fairs, 100 101 and consult with our staff for assistance enrolling in programs resources, and the web . This facility supports multimedia desk- abroad . The office also assists university departments and indi- tops, digital imaging, microform/microfilm reader printers, print viduals with immigration matters and development of Interna- management stations, laser printers, and group study spaces . In tional initiatives . addition to the open lab, the library has implemented a wireless network enabling free roaming laptop use in the building to bet- Library ter serve its patrons and provide additional study space options . Technical staff and reference assistance are available . The lab is Library Services Building open during all library hours . 239-590-7600 Website: http://library .fgcu .edu Distance learners will discover that the library offers a full range TTY: 239-590-7618 of services and resources to off-campus students and faculty . Using their Eagle ID, distant learners have access to borrowing Libraries put the human face on the information universe . The services, course reserves, research databases, and all electronic library is one of the few places where you can get help from an resources and services . This includes requesting library materials expert, the librarian, in finding the precise information you need, from the FGCU collections via FGCU ILLiad, the electronic re- whether it is online or in some other form . The internet is an source sharing management system . Books will be mailed to DL exciting new tool but it has not replaced other avenues for dis- students by the library at no charge; however, users are respon- covery and learning such as: journals, magazines, newspapers, sible for return postage costs . government publications, videos, DVDs, audiocassettes and, of course, books . Library users with disabilities may expect assistance on request, whenever practical, with services and resources including retriev- The Library website: (http://library .fgcu .edu) is a primary access al of library materials, interlibrary loan requests, access to course point for all library services . Through the library website, you may reserve materials, and using the open computer lab . Special ar- access the online catalog, course reserve materials, electronic rangements may be needed for access to some services and re- databases, e-journals, and full-text journal articles . The site also sources, especially during evening and weekend hours . Services provides access to interlibrary loan services, research assistance, requiring special arrangements may include extensive reference and subject guides that are created by librarians to assist you in assistance, copying of library materials (copying costs are paid locating useful print and online resources for a particular disci- by the patron), or retrieval of microform materials . Please call pline . the Circulation Desk at 239-590-7610 when such assistance is needed . Reference and research assistance is available via telephone at 239-590-7630, e-mail (libref@fgcu .edu), and “Ask-a-Librarian” Library hours are adjusted for holidays, exam study, and semester reference chat service . Students may also make appointments for breaks . Check the library website for current information . Regu- research consultations with subject specialist librarians through lar library hours are: an online request form available from the library’s home page Monday through Thursday 7:30 a .m . - 11:00 p .m . menu . A library staff directory, calendar, hours, new services, and Friday 7:30 a .m . – 6:00 p .m . changes in operations may also be found at the library web site . Saturday 8:00 a m. . – 6:00 p m. . Sunday 1:00 p .m . - 11:00 p .m . The library offers a multi-media computing lab, supporting curriculum-specific software, productivity computing tools, networked

102 103 Multicultural Student – Development Services and manner . Services provided by the office may be viewed from the Resource Center registrar’s website . Students may access required forms and information concerning registration, grades, transcript, academic McTarnaghan Hall, Room 217 calendar, as well as academic policy information via the Regis- 239-590-7990 trar’s website . Students may also contact the staff via email, fax E-mail: sneal@fgcu .edu or directly by telephone or in-person .

The Purpose of the MSDS is to assist the University in the ful- The Registrar serves as the education records custodian and the fillment of its mission by encouraging each people and culture Family Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) compliance to assertively affirm the unique richness of their heritage, and officer for the University . Under FERPA, all education records individuality . are considered secure and confidential documents with specific rights assigned to the student and the University . For complete MSDS serves as a support and contributes to programming and listing of FERPA and FGCU Education Records Policy go to: events to assist and support awareness and empowerment during http://enrollment .fgcu edu/registration/ferpa/html. . celebrations such as Ethnic, Religious, Gender Related, Sexual Identity, Ability and others . We work to create an environment Additionally, Veteran’s educational benefits are coordinated that is aware and knowledgeable of all members of the FGCU through the Office of the Registrar . community as it relates to abilities and identities, practices and politics . In accordance with the University’s policies on nondis- Office of Outreach Programs crimination and equal opportunity, the MSDS Resource Center is committed to promoting diversity and equity in its programs and McTarnaghan Hall, Room 202 services . The office respects and encourages the participation of 239-590-7834 all individuals . Our programs and services enhance curricular and co-curricular learning through opportunities to experience 1 . The Office of Outreach Programs encompasses two depart- and learn about diverse cultures and people . The MSDS primar- ments . Student Support Services is a Title IV TRIO program ily serves under-served, under-represented students, students of funded by the U . S . Department of Education . The College cultural/racial/ethnic heritage, students exploring sexual /gender Reach Out Program is funded by a grant from the Florida De- identity, and students with disabilities . partment of Education through the Office of Post-Secondary Education Coordination and Florida Gulf Coast University . Office of the Registar 2 . Student Support Services serves first generation, low-income, 800-373-2040 and/or students with a documented disability who have a McTarnaghan Hall, First Floor need for support services . This program is designed to enrich 239-590-7980 the educational experiences for eligible participants attend- E-mail: orr@fguc .edu ing the university . In addition to offering grant aid, the pro- Website: http://enrollment .fgcu .edu/registration/ gram offers other support services that are free to program participants . These services include life skills seminars, tick- The Office of the Registrar services the various needs of the cam- ets to cultural events, and access to technology . The program pus – from students to faculty, staff, and alumni . To that end, is federally-funded through the Department of Education, the Registrar’s staff strives to provide quality service in a timely and assists participants as they earn their Bachelor’s degree at Florida Gulf Coast University . 104 105 3 . The College Reach Out Program services the 5 county area Parking of Lee, Collier, Charlotte, Hendry and Glades . Our programs are in grades 6-12 at selected schools . We prepare 239-590-1912 under-represented students for post-secondary education . University Police Department, When they have completed the program they are ready so- Campus Support Complex, Room 100 cially, psychologically, academically, financially, and emo- E-mail: parkingservice@fgcu .edu tionally for an educational setting after high school . We are continually utilizing students from FGCU to serve as speak- The Parking Services Office is a service of the University Police ers, mentors, tutors, and volunteers for our many events Department and is responsible for: we offer, both on and off campus . Some of the programs • Enforcement of campus parking regulations we offer are: Financial Aid and Admission workshops; SAT • Issuing parking tickets and ACT preparation workshops; College Exploration Days; • Processing fines and payments Brain Bowl Competition; Leadership Retreat; Awards Cer- • Processing appeals emonies; A Night with the Eagles sporting events; and much • Staffing the Parking Information Booth at Campus entrance more . This program is offered at NO CHARGE to students • Assisting the Campus Police with traffic, etc. when necessary who meet the criteria . Parking on campus is by permit only. All students, faculty, Ombudsman staff, and guests must register their vehicles.

The Office of the Ombudsman was established by the Florida Police Legislature to assist students in resolving problems and conflicts . The Ombudsman reports directly to the President and provides a 239-590-1900 prompt, impartial, and confidential means of facilitating dialogue Campus Support Complex between parties on campus . The Office also provides a means of E-mail: Police@tarpon fgcu. .edu resolving differences, apart from formal complaint procedures . Website: http://admin .fgcu .edu/police The Department of University Police is responsible for law en- Once a problem is reported, the Ombudsman works with the cli- forcement, security, disaster planning, and emergency response ent to identify alternative responses to strategically address the at FGCU . Each sworn officer has completed Florida Criminal matter . A plan is developed which seeks to achieve a mutually Justice Standards and Training for law enforcement officers and satisfactory solution . The Office is firmly committed to maintain- is empowered by the State of Florida as a sworn police officer . ing the confidentiality of those who use its services . To the extent The Patrol Division’s services to the University community in- possible, the discussions, issues, concerns, or problems present- clude: ed to the Ombudsman remain in strict confidence . • Patrol of the campus in marked and unmarked vehicles (24 hours a day) For more information contact Dr . Charles W . McKinney, Assistant • Enforcement of traffic laws and regulations to the President and University Ombudsman, Academic Building • Response to emergency and non-emergency incidents #5, Suite 213; phone, (239) 590-1022; fax, (239) 590-7407; or • Police bicycle patrols e-mail, cmck@fgcu .edu . In his absence, contact Ms . Linda Sum- • Monitoring of fire, entry, and panic alarms in Student Hous- mers, Director, Academic Support Services/Center for Civic En- ing gagement, Academic Building #5, Suite 214; phone, (239) 590- 7016; fax, (239) 590-7378; or e-mail lsummers@fgcu edu. . 106 107 For EMERGENCY help or to report suspicious activity on cam- Anyone engaging in these activities during hours of darkness are pus, dial 1-9-1-1 from any office phone on campus . For non- encouraged to wear light-colored clothing and reflective materi- emergency requests for police services call 590-1900 . als .

Prevention and Wellness Services Smoking

E-mail: pws@fgcu .edu No person shall smoke or use smokeless tobacco products in any 239-590-7733 enclosed space owned or leased by the University, including any Website: http://studentservices .fgcu .edu/wellness common area, cafeteria, classroom, lab, stairway, restroom, office, lecture hall, or other public area . Prevention and Wellness Services is dedicated to improving the well being of FGCU students . Among the concerns addressed by Smoking or the use of smokeless tobacco is not permitted in and PWS are alcohol and drug education, preventing and responding around entryways and exits from facilities owned or leased by to relationship violence and sexual assault, nutrition and fitness, the University . Smokers should always use designated smoking sexual health, adjustment issues, eating disorders, and stress areas . management . Professional staff and trained Peers CARE staff provide health screenings, educational programs, and campus Student Government (SG) wellness events . Prevention & Wellness welcomes drop-in visits in either of our two offices, Wellness Building 102 or Eagle’s 239-590-7948 Landing 102 . Students can talk with a staff member about per- Student Union sonal concerns, pick up educational material, or use an online or E-mail: sg@eagle .fgcu edu. CD-ROM education program . Students seeking opportunities in Website: http://sg .fgcu .edu/ the health field should contact us about Peers CARE (Counsel-

ing, Advocacy, and Real-world Education) . The Student Government is an organization of students that work together to represent and empower the student voice . Stu- Skateboards dent Government (SG) models the national government in that there are three branches: the Executive, the Legislative and the For reasons of personal safety, the use of in-line skates (roller- Judicial . In addition to being the governing body on campus, the blades), roller-skates, and skateboards inside any building on (SG) represents the students’ interests in local, state, and na- campus, including the parking garage(s), is prohibited . Pedes- tional government . SG also supports FGCU Departments, and trians have the right of way at all times . Violations of this policy recognized clubs and organizations, events, and programs that may be referred to the Office of Judicial Affairs and may be sub- serve to enhance student life at FGCU . ject to appropriate sanctions . By virtue of enrollment at FGCU students pay an activities and Persons wearing in-line skates (rollerblades) and roller-skates or service fee that is assessed on a per credit hour basis . The rev- using skateboards are encouraged to wear appropriate personal enue generated from the activities and service fees are allocated protection equipment (i .e . helmet, wrist guards, elbow and knee by the Student Government to support FGCU Departments, and pads) . All outdoor use of rollerblades, roller-skates and skate- recognized clubs and organizations, events, and programs that boards should be in a manner that promotes personal safety, the service to enhance student life at FGCU . safety of others and respect for University and personal property .

108 109 Student Support Services • Financial Aid Advising • Career Advising McTarnaghan Hall, Room 202 • Peer Mentoring 239-590-7834 • Technology Lab Fax: 239-590-7947 • Transfer Advising • Educational Tips The office of Student Support Services (SSS), housed in the Of- • Personal Advising fice of Outreach Programs, is a Title IV, federally-funded, equal • Academic Advising opportunity program from the U .S . Department of Education . • Resource Lending Library The Student Support Services Program at Florida Gulf Coast • Grant and Scholarship Opportunities University is a selective program, which assists qualified appli- cants in being successful through services which may enhance Telephones the overall college experience at No Cost to program participants . Coin and card operated public telephones are located throughout campus .

Program Purpose Campus Tours

1 . To increase retention and graduation rates of eligible students 239-590-7878 2 . To increase the transfer rate of eligible students from two-year Margaret S . Sugden Welcome Center to four year institutions; and E-mail: visitfgcu@fgcu .edu 3 . To foster an institutional climate supportive of the success of Website: http://www .fgcu .edu/info/campustour .asp low income, first generation, and college students with disabilities, through identified support services Campus tours are conducted by student representatives in con- junction with the Office of Admissions and the Margaret S . Sug- den Welcome Center . Tours are offered daily Monday through Eligibility Requirements Friday and on select Saturdays . Please contact the Welcome Center to schedule a campus visit, to make arrangements for a • U.S. citizen or a U.S. Permanent Resident; group tour, or if you need special accommodations . Tours depart • First Generation College Student (neither of your from the Welcome Center and the route is accessible to the dis- parent(s)/ guardian(s) graduated from a four-year college or abled . Remember to wear cool, comfortable clothing and shoes . university); • Low Income (Income Verification through the FAFSA While on tour you will see our Student Union, Library, comput- Process); er labs, science and technology laboratories and incomparable • Students with a Documented Disability (Registered with classroom facilities . Your guide can answer your questions about FGCU’s Adaptive Services Office) . the existing campus and show you the sites for proposed expan- sion . You will also visit our beautiful student housing at North Support Services Provided Lake Village . Feel free to stop by our fabulous athletic facilities • Workshops at Alico Arena following the main campus tour as well . If your or- • Peer Tutoring ganization would like a special tour, please contact the Welcome • Cultural Activities 110 111 Center at 239-590-7878 or use our easy online request form at: lands, and Sarasota counties . The television station broadcasts on http://www .fgcu .edu/tour/vtour/visit .html - we look forward to channel 30/cable 3 and provides PBS, cultural, educational, and seeing you on campus! self improvement programming for Southwest Florida . The radio station can be received at 90 1/91. .7 FM, from a 100,000-watt stereo signal . The format includes classical music, jazz, National University Store Public Radio (NPR) and Public Radio International (PRI) news, as well as opera, entertainment and programming that covers fi- 239-590-1150 nancial news, business, and Florida legislative issues . Student Union fgcu@bkstr .com

The FGCU University Store provides many special services and a variety of items for the convenience of FGCU Students including FGCU VOCABULARY book buy back and special order books as well as online text and clothing ordering . Check out our web-page at www .fgcu .bkstr . Academic Building 3 (AB3): The College of Education, College com of Public Services, and the College of Business reside in AB3 . The University Store carries your school supply needs as well as calculators, backpacks, computer supplies, reference books, Academic Building 5 (AB5): Administration and classroom 112 trade books, blue exam books, postage stamps, greeting cards, reside in AB5 . gifts, and a great selection of FGCU sportswear and memora- bilia, including sweatshirts, T shirts, shorts and hats . Arts Complex (AC): Fine Arts classrooms, Black Box Theatre, and Art Gallery reside in this building . Hours: Monday - Thursday: 8:00 am - 7:00 pm ACT - Enhanced: (American College Testing Program): One of Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm the assessments accepted for entry into the College of Educa- Saturday: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm tion . *Holiday, summer hours, and extended hours at the start of each term will be posted . Activities and Service Fees (A&S fees): By virtue of enrollment at FGCU students pay an activities and service fee that is as- WGCU Public Media sessed by a per credit hour basis . The revenue generated from these fees are allocated by Student Government . Broadcast Building 239-590-2300 Alico Arena (AA): An impressive 4,500 seat gymnasium . Website: www .wgcu .org Audit: A regular credit course taken for no credit . Registration FGCU is home to WGCU Public Media . This valuable commu- fees remain the same . nity service includes WGCU public television; WGCU/WMKO FM; Expressions magazine; and wgcu .org . The stations broadcast Baccalaureate (or Bachelors) Degree: Completion of all universi- from a state-of-the-art campus facility and reach viewers and lis- ty and major program requirements as certified by the university . teners in Collier, Lee, Charlotte, Glades, Hendry, Desoto, High- Ben Hill Griffin III Hall or Griffin Hall (GH): College of Health 112 113 Professions along with Academic Affairs Administration, the offices of the Dean of Planning and Evaluation, Director of Con- College Level Academic Skills Test (CLAST): State of Florida tracts and Grants, and Coordinator of Service Learning are test of college level competency in writing, English grammar, housed in Ben Hill Griffin III Hall . reading and mathematics required of students who have earned a minimum of 18 credit hours . (Please refer to the Test Adminis- Campus Support Complex (CSC): Physical Plant, Shipping and trator in Counseling and Student Health Services for details) . Receiving and Security will reside in the Campus Support Com- plex . College Level Academic Skills Alternative (CLAST Alternative): An exemption from the CLAST based upon a 2 .5 GPA in speci- CAPP: Computerized summary of progress toward completion fied courses . (Please refer to Test Administrator in Counseling of degree requirements to be used for academic advising and de- and Student Health Services for details) . gree certification . Available at your advising office with a picture I .D . Colloquium: The University Colloquium course brings together students from all five colleges in a series of interdisciplinary Catalog: A resource of all academic policies and procedures, col- learning experiences . These experiences are designed to address lege and degree requirements, faculty, and course descriptions the ecological perspective outcome in relation to other university published yearly and is subject to change . outcomes and guiding principles .

Class Schedule: Courses to be offered for the upcoming term Complete Withdrawal: To cease all participation and responsibil- which contains specific time, location and day (or days) of the ity for completing a class or classes at FGCU . See withdrawal week that the courses will be offered . Course/Class Schedules policy information listed in the university catalog . can be viewed from Gulfline . Co-requisite: A course which must be taken in the same semes- Class/Fee Schedule: A printout of the courses for which you have ter as another designated course . registered that lists each specific course, time, and day(s) . The amount of tuition and fees due for all courses registered and the Credit Hour: A unit which represents the number of hours a payment deadline date is also indicated on the printout . student spends in class each week over the course of a Semester . Example: A student enrolled in ENC 1101 (3 credits) will spend Classification Level: Classification is based on hours earned . approximately 3 hours in class for approximately 15 weeks . Freshmen = 1 - 29 hours; Sophomore = 30 - 59 hours; Junior = 60 - 89 hours; completion of CLAST and Gordon Rule; Senior = CRN (Course Reference Number): Number assigned to desig- 90+ hours prior to completion of baccalaureate requirements . nate a specific class and the specific time/format in which it will be offered . College Level Examination Program (CLEP): Testing program provided by the College Board in which college credit may be Degree Audit: Computerized summary of progress toward com- awarded in specific academic areas . pletion of degree requirements to be used for academic advising and degree certification . Available at your advising office with a College: A collection of related academic departments . There picture I .D . are five colleges at Florida Gulf Coast University . They are Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Health Professions, and Pro- Disability: A person with a disability is defined as any person fessional Studies . who: 1) has a physical or mental impairment that substantially 114 115 limits one or more major life activities; 2) has a record of such an tempted . FGCU calculates only the GPA based on course work impairment; or 3) is regarded as having such an impairment . taken exclusively at FGCU . Transfer course work is not calcu- lated into the FGCU GPA and only recorded on the advising Drop/Add: Period during which students may drop and/or add a transcripts . The official transcript only displays a summary line . course without penalty . Normally the first week of the semester . See the Academic Calendar for specific date info . Hold: A hold is a block placed on a student’s record or services for failure to comply with obligations to the university . Examples Elective: Any course not required as part of the General Educa- of holds are Parking Fines, Advising Holds, Immunization Holds, tion Program or your major . Accounts Receivable Holds, or CLAST Hold, etc .

Excess Hours: Refers to when a student earns semester hour Howard Hall (HH): Adaptive Services, The Eagle Café, Career credit beyond a maximum amount allowed for their particular Development Services, Undergraduate Admissions, Graduate degree program . Studies, Computer Services and Human Resources, reside in Howard Hall . Foreign Language Requirement: An entry requirement of Florida state universities which require two years of the same foreign International Student: Any student who is not a U .S . citizen, language at the high school level or 8 - 10 credits at the college Legal Permanent Resident, or naturalized citizen of the United level . States .

Full-time Student: Undergraduate enrollment for 12 or more Lower Division: Pertaining to freshman and sophomore courses credit hours during a semester . Graduate enrolled in 9 hours, or listed as 1000 or 2000 levels . more during a semester . McTarnaghan Hall (MCTH): First Year Advising, the College FTIC: Abbreviation for “First Time In College”, referring to those Reach Out Program (CROP), International Services, Multicul- students who have completed fewer than 12 semester hours and tural Student Development Services and Resource Center, Test- are currently in their first term as an FGCU college student . ing and Assessment, the Office of Financial Aid and Scholar- ships, Office of the Bursar, Office of Procurement Services and General Education Requirement (Gen Ed): Requirement of all the Office of the Registrar reside in McTarnaghan Hall . baccalaureate programs in which 36 hours of liberal arts courses must be taken across 5 subject areas . (Please refer to Catalog Major: A group of related courses which constitute a focused pro- for details) . gram of study in a specific area of knowledge .

Gordon Rule: State of Florida policy in which students must sat- Master’s Degree: Completion of all University and Graduate isfy certain writing and math requirements . The students needs course requirements of the College as certified by FGCU . to complete 24,000 words of composition in four courses (12 semester hours) and to complete two courses (6 semester hours) Pre-requisite: A course which must be satisfactorily completed of mathematics at the level of college algebra or higher . Each before entering a higher level related course . course must be completed with a grade of “C” or better . Quality points: The value, ranging from “4” to “0” for grades “A” Grade Point Average (GPA): Numerical value gained by dividing to “F” multiplied by the number of credits for a particular course . total quality points earned by total number of credit hours at- (Example: 3 credits X A (4points) = 12 quality points .) Used in 116 117 determining grade point average (GPA) . (Margaret S .) Sugden Welcome Center: Recruitment (Admis- sions) resides in the Sugden Welcome Center . Reed Hall (RH): The College of Arts and Sciences and the Col- lege of Business reside in Reed Hall . Transcript: Official record of coursework and grades housed in the Office of the Registrar . Registration: The process of enrolling for courses . This may be accomplished in person, through an academic advisor or via Gul- Transfer Student: A student who has attended another post-sec- fline . ondary educational institution prior to enrollment at FGCU .

Residency Requirement: At least 25 percent of coursework for Transient Student: A student currently in good standing at their the degree must be earned at FGCU . Thirty (30) of the last 60 home institution, who wishes to attend FGCU on a temporary hours must be earned at FGCU to receive a baccalaureate degree basis . from FGCU . University Colloquium: See Colloquium . Retention: A term used to describe students’ persistence at the university until successful completion of their educational goals . Upper Division: Pertains to junior and senior courses listed as 3000 or 4000 levels . SAT I (Scholastic Achievement Test): One of the tests approved for entry into the University . Withdrawal: See Complete Withdrawal .

Section: Refers to one of several classes of the same course of- Whitaker Science Building or Whitaker Hall (WH): Math and fered at several different hours of the day . Example: ENC 1101 Science Labs, and the Astrological Observatory reside in Whita- has 5 sections which are offered at different times and dates . ker Hall .

Semester: Time period during which classes meet . Fall and Spring semesters are usually 15 weeks . Summer is usually bro- ken into 6-week or 10-week sessions .

Student Course Load: The number of credit hours carried each semester . Undergraduate students are limited to 18 hours per semester, while graduate students are not limited .

Student Union: University Store, Einstein Bros . Bagels, Perch, SG, Ballroom, Campus Reservations, the Dean of Students’ Of- fice, Greek Life Office, Judicial Affairs, and Vice-President of Student Affairs Office .

Styles and Ways: This course is designed to introduce the student to the interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary nature of the curriculum in the General Education program at Florida Gulf Coast University . 118 119 120