Bates Student Handbook CONTENTS

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BATES COLLEGE STATEMENT OF COMMUNITY VALUES 3

WELCOME 5

WHO’S WHO AND WHAT WE DO 7

ACADEMIC LIFE 11

STUDENT LIFE

Cocurricular 21

Residential Life 21

In 2005, Bates celebrates its sesquicentennial, honoring a Extracurricular Life 27 150-year history that has, from its very earliest years, been marked by innovation and opportunity, while at the same OFFICES, SERVICES AND RESOURCES 35 time valuing deeply the traditions of the liberal arts and sciences, and their critical role in a just and civil society. COLLEGE CODES AND GUIDELINES 51

CALENDAR 80

INDEX 91

NOTE: The first-year student por- traits included in past editions of this Handbook are now published in a secure area of the Bates College Web site. Please visit www.bates.edu/facebook.xml. BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 3

The Bates College Statement of Community Values

“Membership in the Bates community requires that individuals hold themselves and others responsible for honorable conduct at all times.

Together we create the educational and social setting that makes

Bates College unique, with an atmosphere characterized by trust and mutual concern. Our actions must support our ability to work, study, live and learn together productively and safely. We are dedicated as a community to intellectual honesty and to the protection of academic freedom. These values are fundamental to scholarship, teaching and learning. We expect each other to maintain the highest integrity in all of our academic and social undertakings.” BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 5

WELCOME

f you are new to Bates College, we offer you on behalf of the entire faculty and staff a warm welcome to the campus and to the student community with whom you will live, study and I interact during your college years. If you are a returning student, then we welcome you back to Bates and hope that this marks the beginning of a year even better and more exciting than the last.

You’ll notice that the handbook’s organization reflects the various dimensions of your life at Bates. First there is the section Who’s Who and What We Do, about the deans and other administrators. Academic Life is followed by Student Life (with subsections of Cocurricular, Residential and Extracurricular). Next comes the Offices, Services and Resources section, arranged alphabetically, providing information and contacts for sites and people across the campus. The section on College Codes and Guidelines contains the Student Code of Conduct, the Sexual Harassment Policy and other important material.

As you use this book, I encourage you to keep track of any additions that you feel would be useful for future editions. Write them down and one day when you happen to be in Lane Hall, drop by Room 103 and share your ideas with me. The Dean of Students Office wants to make this handbook something that constantly evolves to meet your needs.

Enjoy the handbook, use it well and often, and please accept our best wishes for an exciting and intellectually rich year at Bates.

Roland Davis ’92 Assistant Dean of Students Lane Hall 103 Bates College BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 7

Who’s Who and What We Do Dean of Students Tedd R. Goundie, 102 Lane Hall Dean of Students Tedd Goundie oversees all Starting early in your college career you will aspects of the Dean of Students Office and is the meet, get to know and work with faculty principal contact for students seeking assistance in meeting academic rules and regulations promul- members. These relationships will grow and gated by the faculty. strengthen throughout your time at Bates. Associate Dean of Students But there are many other people who work Director, Off-Campus Study Programs to make your Bates experience the best it can Stephen W. Sawyer, 110E Lane Hall be. You’ll want to get to know many of these Dean Sawyer takes primary responsibility for off- campus study programs including college exchange, deans and other administrators who work national off-campus study and international study closely with students. programs. (See Off-Campus Study Programs in the Academic Life section for more information.)

Associate Dean of Students College President James L. Reese, 101 Lane Hall In addition to general advising, Dean Reese takes Elaine Tuttle Hansen, President primary responsibility for working with international President Hansen is Bates’ seventh president and students. the College’s first woman president. Her office is on the second floor of Lane Hall. You will likely see her Associate Dean of Students at lectures, concerts, games, meetings and other Holly L. Gurney, 103 Lane Hall events around campus. Dean Gurney takes primary responsibility for working with first-year students, and works with Dean Foster Zsiga in areas of residence life and education. Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the Faculty Assistant Dean of Students Roland S. Davis ’92, 103 Lane Hall Vice President for Academic Affairs Dean Davis takes primary responsibility for judicial and Dean of the Faculty affairs and working with sophomores. If you have Jill N. Reich, 120 Lane Hall an opportunity, drop by and ask Dean Davis about The chief academic officer of the College, the vice his years as a Bates student. president for academic affairs and dean of the faculty is responsible for policies, procedures and administration of academic programs, the faculty and related academic units.

Vice President for Information and Library Services and College Librarian Who’s Who and What We Do Who and Who’s What Do We Eugene Wiemers, Ladd Library

Associate Dean of the Faculty Margaret Maurer-Fazio, 120 Lane Hall Margaret Maurer-Fazio’s areas of primary responsibility are in the social sciences and interdisciplinary studies.

Assistant Dean of the Faculty Kerry A. O’Brien, 121 Lane Hall Kerry O’Brien’s areas of primary responsibility are in grant development and student research.

Office of the Dean of Students

The deans of students are primarily responsible for the welfare of the student body and the provision of a wide range of student services. They are charged with the administration of the faculty advisory system for entering students, academic policies and procedures, health services, security, housing, residential and extracurricular matters, new-student orientation and the Multicultural Center. 8 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 9

Assistant Dean of Students Other Administrative Offices Office of Affirmative Action and Institutional Diversity Office of Communications and Media Relations Keith M. Tannenbaum, Student Activities Office, Cecilia Zapata Bryan McNulty, Director, 141 Nichols St. Chase Hall Dean of Admissions 201 Lane Hall The Office of Communications and Media Rela- Dean Tannenbaum is responsible for student activi- Wylie L. Mitchell, Lindholm House, 23 Campus Ave. The Office of Affirmative Action oversees the tions is responsible for publications, the College’s ties and organizations. The Admissions Office is responsible for the coun- implementation of the College’s affirmative action Web presence and the distribution of news involv- seling and selection of new students. plan and monitors the College’s compliance with ing the College, including student accomplish- Assistant Dean of Students that plan, as well as with governmental regulations ments and awards. News releases to hometown Erin Foster Zsiga, Housing Office, Chase Hall Vice President for College Advancement and requirements. The director also works with newspapers are coordinated through this office. Dean Foster Zsiga is responsible for all housing Victoria M. Devlin, 312 Lane Hall departments to develop and implement program College publications that the office manages issues and works with Dean Gurney in the areas The vice president manages the efforts of the Alum- goals, timetables and procedures in the recruitment, include Bates Magazine and the monthly events of residence life and education. She also serves as ni and Parent Programs Department, the Office advancement and encouragement of people of calendar sent to the community. Students may the College’s Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug of Communications and Media Relations, and the color; and helps to educate the community in the contact this office to plan and coordinate off-cam- (ATOD) educator. College Development Program including leadership principles of affirmative action. pus publicity for events. and principal gifts, planned giving, the Bates Fund, and corporate and foundation relations. Vice President for Finance and Administration Service-Learning Program Members of the Dean of Students and Treasurer Margaret R. Rotundo, Director, 163 Wood St. Terry J. Beckmann, 221 Lane Hall The Service-Learning Program integrates service Office may be consulted about: Vice President for External Relations William C. Hiss ’66, 314A Lane Hall The vice president oversees the financial affairs and into the intellectual and academic life of the Col- • Academic policies, regulations, requirements The vice president works with the president on endowment of the College. lege and enhances the College’s connection to and petitions for exceptions to them; alumni and parent communications, key media- the community. Registrar and Director • General counseling on academic and relations efforts and government relations, while of Student Financial Services Student Employment Office personal matters; overseeing the Office of Career Services. Meredith Braz, Libbey Forum, 44 Mountain Ave. 220 College St. • Multicultural- and international-student Office of Career Services The Registrar and Student Financial Services Office Part of the Human Resources Office and run by advising; immigration and naturalization Charles Kovacs, Director, 31 Frye St. is a combined-service unit that provides compre- students, the Student Employment Office provides services and documents; The Office of Career Services provides students with hensive support for the many administrative aspects listings and descriptions for on- and off-campus • Changes in courses, majors, advisors or programs that address all aspects of career preparation, of college attendance. Services include enrollment openings. We offer help in the student job applica- basic educational plans; procurement and development. This office also assists verification, financial aid counseling, registration, tion process and employer-student grievances, and students seeking internships, connections with Bates payment plans and information on account bal- generally facilitate communication among student • Leaves of absence, and withdrawals and ances. The Web site (www.bates.edu/rsfs.xml) is employees, their supervisors and the Human Re- transfers; alumni and other experiences to enhance their college and future professional careers. (See the description of informative and a good place to begin when you sources and Payroll offices. • Transfer credits; the Office of Career Services in the Offices, Services have a question. • Disciplinary actions; and Resources section, page 37, for more information.) • Off-campus study programs; • Interdisciplinary majors; • Residence life and housing; • Any other question or concern that you have.

Director of Multicultural Affairs Czerny Brasuell, Multicultural Center Czerny Brasuell is responsible for planning, orga- nizing and implementing programs, receptions, exhibits, lectures and readings for the Multicultural Center. (Please see description in Offices, Services and Resources section.)

Acting Director of the Office of the Chaplain Rachel Herzig, 161 Wood St. In addition to coordinating campus religious organizations, Rachel Herzig is available for personal counseling. Bates students are also served by a Roman Catholic chaplain and a Jewish chaplain. All chaplains keep regular office hours. Representa- tives of other religious traditions may be contacted through the chaplain’s office.

Assistant to Chaplain, Center for Service-Learning and Volunteer Projects Martha Deschaines ’75, 163 Wood St. BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 11

Academic Life All right, now that some of the overarching points have been made, let’s turn our attention to the nuts and bolts of academic life at Bates. While you don’t Academic and intellectual engagement form need to commit this information to memory, know- the foundation of student life at Bates. You ing where to find it, and reviewing it often, will help you stay on top and in control of your academic should always remember that the faculty is progress throughout your four years on campus. happy to assist students in their studies — both First of all you’ll need an … in and out of class. But wait, there’s more … Academic Advisor Because you are a member of the Bates College Academic advisors at Bates are generally members community, you also have a number of deans, of the College faculty. You will have one advisor administrators and staff members to whom you assigned to you upon entering the College and then may turn for guidance. We’ll help you with answers another advisor within your major when you declare about the general ins and outs, rules and regulations it. Here’s the general advising “path” for your time of the College, as well as any problems you might at Bates: have. Take advantage of this easy access: The only foolish question is the one not asked, especially First Year: Often, your advisor will also be the profes- when it comes to the College’s general require- sor who teaches the first-year seminar that you take

Academic Life ments, how you declare a major or what you must in the Fall or Winter semester. You will stay with do to graduate. this academic advisor until you declare your major. You can also ask your Junior Advisor (JA) general Faculty, deans and others are happy to provide academic questions. And you can always come to the information, support and assistance all the way Dean of Students Office and meet with a dean. through the process — but you need to initiate that relationship by making an appointment and walking Second Year: All students must declare a major by through our doors, because: the end of their sophomore year. To declare your major, you fill out a “Major Declaration Form.” Students are ultimately responsible for meeting all You can get this form in the Registrar and Student requirements for the baccalaureate degree at the Financial Services Office, in Libbey Forum. To complete the form you need to meet with the chair of appropriate time. the department in which you wish to major. During that meeting the two of you will discuss who your academic advisor within your major will be. You will Insiders’ Tip: work with this advisor through the remainder of The sooner you begin getting to know your advi- your time at Bates. sors, professors and the deans, the better off you will be. These people can help you. Moreover, the better they know you, the easier it will be for them to write complete, detailed and effective let- Insiders’ Tip: ters of recommendation, and to provide support You may want to get to know different faculty in times of need. members in your anticipated department. That way you can find the faculty member who would be the best fit for you to work with. Then ask that person if she or he would be willing to be your advisor. Another issue of great importance to the academic and overall life at Bates has to do with freedom of expression. Here is Bates’ statement about freedom A good relationship with your advisor is important. of expression and the implications for all commu- These faculty (and sometimes staff) members are nity members: there to help you design an academic program that is balanced and meets your needs. They are Freedom of expression is one of the fundamental also available to you as a resource as you begin academic freedoms, and Bates College strongly to explore new intellectual ideas, cocurricular and believes that all members of the College should extracurricular possibilities. Finally, they are there to be free to express themselves on all issues. listen, to mentor and to help when they can. The fundamental right of freedom of speech is one that is guaranteed and cannot be abridged Note: You must have your advisor approve your arbitrarily at the whim of either a minority or a course selections and release your pre-registration majority. Therefore, the College will not con- hold before you will be able to register — every done behavior designed to prevent, obstruct or semester. Your advisor is a very important person in interfere with the activities and programs of the your academic life. Get to know her or him. institution or its members. 12 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 13

Finally, as part of the advising system, students • The section(s) in the catalog describing your Final Warnings and Suggestions • By the end of the sophomore year you must have who are not performing well in courses are sent department or program. Requirements for each declared a major and developed a four-year plan academic-deficiency letters by the deans of students major are presented in each department and You should read and reread the material above with your major advisor. when faculty members notify the deans. This usually program section. and the sections of the Bates Catalog to which we happens around mid-term. If you get one of these referred you to see how they apply to you. Depend- • Make every effort to complete your physical edu- letters, you should immediately talk to your instruc- • The General Education section in each depart- ing on hearsay or a friend’s understanding of these cation (PE) activity requirements in your first year. tor, your faculty advisor or a dean. ment or program. This section will list the courses requirements can be dangerous. If you have a PE requirements should be finished by the end of from that department that can be applied toward question, ask your advisor, a member of the Dean your sophomore year. Now, as you get ready to meet with your advisor for the College’s various General Education require- of Students Office or the registrar. the first, second or 34th time, you will undoubtedly ments. While most program courses, unless cross- • Take a variety of course types (not all large, intro- find it helpful to know the basics regarding what listed with a department, do not count towards The keys to the successful (and enjoyable) comple- ductory-level courses). it takes to graduate from Bates and what these General Eduation, there are a few exceptions. tion of all this can be summed up in the following General Education requirements are all about. And checklist of insider advice. • Get to know members of the faculty. so, without further ado … General Education Requirements • Work with your advisor. Plan ahead, but don’t obsess over the process. Requirements for a Bates Degree The chart opposite will provide you with a clear general overview of the General Education require- In order to walk down that center aisle and gradu- ments that you must complete. Use this as a starting ate from Bates, you need to complete a number of point, then go to the Bates Catalog for complete specific requirements. While some of the basics are details and explanation. General Education Number of Additional Areas of Study *** included in this section of the handbook, you will Requirement Courses/Units Requirements need to read each section of the Bates Catalog for Courses that meet the various requirements come the detailed information. Here are a couple areas from different departments and programs. Check Required of the Bates Catalog that you should not miss: in the General Education section of each department or program in your Bates Catalog to find the Natural Sciences** Three courses/units Two courses, or one course Biology, Chemistry, • The General Education and Requirements for the appropriate courses. and a designated unit, Geology or Physics and Baccalaureate Degree sections at the beginning of must complete a set.* Astronomy the catalog. These will detail all of the requirements One course/unit must be you must meet in order to graduate from Bates. outside your major. Some units may serve to complete a set or may serve as the third required course.

Social Sciences** Three courses/units Two courses must com- Anthropology, Economics, plete a set.* One course Education, Political must be outside your Science, Psychology or major. Some units may Sociology serve to complete a set or may serve as the third required course.

Quantitative Course** One course Many areas of study (Refer to General Education requirement descriptions in each major/program)

Humanities** Five courses/units Five courses must be Art, Classical and from at least three dif- Medieval Studies, ferent areas. One desig- English, foreign languages nated unit may serve as and literatures, Music, a humanities course. Philosophy, Religion, Theater and Rhetoric, History

Every student must complete two 10-week Physical Education activity courses to be eligible to graduate.

*A “set” is a two-course combination defined by each academic department. The best way to be sure is to check each department program’s material in your Bates Catalog. Turn to the department program you are interested in. Find the heading “General Education.” This will give you each department program’s rules and policies.

**Some first-year seminars may count towards General Education requirements if designated in the Catalog.

***Courses/units in programs typically do not count towards General Education unless cross-listed with a department. 14 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 15

Insiders’ Registration Tip No. 4: If you don’t suc- No withdrawals from courses are permitted after the ceed in enrolling in a particular class but still wish to deadlines of Oct. 28 for the Fall semester, March 3 take it, try registering for that same class in the fu- for the Winter semester and April 28 for Short Term. ture. If you request the exact same course a second Exceptions to these deadlines are rarely granted. time, your second request will rank higher in the Students should consult with the offices of the Dean randomization process. of Students or the Registrar and Student Financial Services if they have questions. If you do not get into all of the courses you wished to take, all is not lost. You may return to the Garnet Auditing a course or unit does not require registra- Gateway and select different courses, on a space- tion, and is not recorded on the academic transcript. available basis, any time between the end of the pe- You must get the approval of the instructor and titioning process and the last day to add courses (in consult with the Registrar and Student Financial the next semester). The Garnet Gateway is available Services Office. 24-7 except for a brief period each day around 10 p.m. when it goes down for backup. (Registration is closed to upperclass students for about six weeks Last But Certainly Not Least during July and August so that entering students may be registered). Some pieces of academic and course information don’t fit neatly into any section. However, don’t Insiders’ Registration Tip No. 5: If you did not be deceived — these are very important points of succeed in gaining entry into a course that you information that you may need to know and use really wanted, keep checking. There is a great deal during your four years. of movement and change in course enrollment. You may find that a seat in that course opens up Pass/Fail, Short Term and Ongoing Grades after petitioning ends or even at the beginning of • Pass/Fail Option: You may take a maximum of the semester. two Bates courses (but not Short Term units) on a pass/fail basis, with a maximum of one in any single semester. Important Registration Reminders • You can choose this grading option until the last Failure to register during the appointed periods re- day to register for classes each semester. Your sults in a late fee. Exceptions are made for students choice cannot be changed after that deadline. Course Registration Procedures course selection. If your advisor is away on leave, on leaves of absence or enrolled in off-campus sabbatical or other extended absence, the dean of study programs. • The fact that you are taking a course pass/fail Except for incoming first-year students, who register students will remove the hold so you can register. will not be noted on the course roster. Unless you over the summer, course registration for each se- Registration for a new course will not be accepted choose to tell someone, only the registrar and you • After you meet with your advisor and finalize your mester takes place at an announced time during the any later than the deadlines: Sept. 16 for the Fall will know about the pass/fail status. courses for the next semester, watch for the opening preceding semester. semester, Jan. 17 for the Winter semester, and April of registration (you will probably receive an e-mail 26 for Short Term. • Departments and programs may have certain Here is a checklist to help you through the registra- reminder; it will also be listed in The Bates Daily, rules about which courses can be taken pass/fail tion process: your Student Handbook calendar and your catalog). and still fulfill requirements for majors or secondary concentrations. Be sure to check your Bates • Consult with your faculty advisor before register- • When registration opens, go to the Garnet Gate- Catalog for more information. ing. (Your advisor must remove the “hold” on the way and select your preferred courses. The Web Garnet Gateway allowing you to register.) address is www.bates.edu/admin/offices/reg. • Courses taken on a pass/fail basis may not be used to satisfy General Education requirements. Insiders’ Registration Tip No. 1: Before you go to this Remember: This is the first step only. The fact that meeting, write down a selection of courses that you you have entered your choices does not mean that • Short Term unit grades appear on the transcript, would like to take. This will provide material for you you will be enrolled in all of those courses. but do not contribute to either your GPA or and your advisor to focus on and talk about. It will also quality points. While many Short Term units are help you do the necessary thinking and planning. Randomization and Petitioning graded, professors may decide to use grades of S (satisfactory) and U (unsatisfactory). How a Insiders’ Registration Tip No. 2: Meet with your If more students register for a particular course than course will be graded (i.e., letter grade or S/U) is advisor as quickly as possible after courses appear on there are allotted spaces, the computer randomly published in the Short Term schedule. the Web. Many students get into trouble because selects students from those who registered to enroll they wait until the last afternoon before registration in the course. The computer also leaves 10 percent of • If you are completing a senior thesis program that begins — and then can’t find their faculty advisor. the available spaces open for petitions. extends over two semesters, the first semester’s No hold removal means no registration. work is designated as “in progress” until the If you are not selected through randomization, you completion of the course. At this point the final Insiders’ Registration Tip No. 3: If your faculty advi- may petition the instructor for one of the petition grade will computed twice in your GPA. sor is away from campus for some reason, come to spaces. You must fill out a course petition form (avail- the Dean of Students Office, in Lane Hall. One of able on the Web and in Libbey Forum) and submit it Class Attendance the deans will meet with you and advise you in your to the faculty member who will teach the course. You Attendance in class is expected. According to the can check the status of your registration on line to current registration policy, you must attend the first determine whether your petition has been approved. day of class or risk being dropped from the course 16 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 17

by the instructor. It is the instructor’s responsibility • No course quizzes, hour examinations or final campus or even higher education in general. There to inform students of the policy on attendance in examinations should be given during the last are several different means of taking time away, or the class. It is the student’s responsibility to meet all five class days of a regular semester or on Rosh taking a leave of absence, from the College. course obligations (including course evaluation at Hashana or Yom Kippur. (This provision does not the end of the semester). apply to practical examinations given in laboratory work or to Short Term courses.) Insiders’ Tip: Dean’s Excuses If you ever begin to consider whether or not to take Absences due to serious illness or official College • Students who miss hour examinations because a leave of absence, you should immediately talk to representation (e.g., athletic contests, debates, class of excused illness, personal emergency or official your faculty advisor and a dean of students. Both field trips) are excused. All excuses from course ob- College representation are permitted to make your advisor and the deans will be happy to talk ligations, including those for personal emergencies, them up at the mutual convenience of the instruc- things through with you and help you consider all must be obtained from the Dean of Students Office. tor and student. of your options. Excuses for illness require substantiation by a physician or the College Health Center. Personal travel • Final examinations are given in courses unless oth- arrangements are an insufficient reason for excuses. erwise announced by the instructor and included For a Year, Semester or Short Term Personal Leave in the course schedule. Each year, Bates faculty members sponsor one or In some circumstances, students may need to more Fall Semester Abroad programs. These pro- interrupt their study at the College for health or Insiders’ Tip: • Students who miss a final examination for any grams and off-campus Short Term units, also led by personal reasons. In addition, students may take a It is important to remember that when you have reason must immediately contact the Dean of Bates faculty, are open to students in all classes. personal leave of absence to pursue an internship course obligations (attendance, test, paper, etc.), Students Office. or another nonacademic experience. Accordingly, personal travel arrangements will not merit a Other programs are aimed at students in their junior the College permits students in good standing to dean’s excuse — not even flight tickets. year. These include the junior semester and junior apply to the Dean of Students Office for a personal Off-Campus Study Programs year abroad programs; and consortium programs leave of absence. Here are two important points to such as the ISLE program in Sri Lanka, SITA program be aware of: Examinations One of the most exciting things about a Bates edu- in India and the Associated Kyoto program in Japan. There are a number of guidelines that the College cation is the opportunity to enrich your experience • You must complete a leave-of-absence form that observes when it comes to exams: with study at a different U.S. college, in the center Opportunities exist for study elsewhere in the then must be approved by a dean and signed by of London, in the Amazon region or in the shadow United States through the Washington Semester officers from the Registrar and Student Financial • According to faculty policy, instructors are re- of the Himalayas. program; exchange programs with Morehouse and Services Office. (Some education loan repayments quired to give their students one full week’s notice Spelman colleges in Atlanta; Washington and Lee may begin if the leave is a personal leave.) prior to an hour-long written examination. There are exciting options for students at all stages University in Virginia; and the Research Internship in their Bates careers. Programs at Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, • Students on a personal leave may take up to two • Hour examinations or quizzes should not be given Maine, and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Cen- courses elsewhere for Bates credit, subject to the on the first day after a vacation period. ter in New York City. Bates transfer policies.

Want to Know More? Sometimes, a student takes a leave of absence for More detailed information on these opportunities medical and/or psychiatric reasons. Students hospi- and College requirements for participation is avail- talized or incapacitated for such reasons who wish able in the Bates Catalog, at the Off-Campus Study thereafter to continue in college must demonstrate Office in Lane Hall and on the Off-Campus Study that their capacities have not been impaired to such Web page: www.bates.edu/acad/offcampusstudy. an extent that they would be unable to function at Bates. Such decisions are made by the Dean of Students Office and are based on reports from the Transferring Coursework to Bates College physician or, when appropriate, psychiatric affiliates, and on discussions with the student. Some students choose to expand their Bates Withdrawal, Dismissal and Reinstatement experience by attending classes at other institu- You may withdraw voluntarily from the College at tions in the United States, from which they may any time by informing the Dean of Students Office. receive transfer credit for completed courses. There If possible, you should also meet with someone in are a number of guidelines for transferring credit the Registrar and Student Financial Services Office. to Bates from other institutions. These are outlined Failure to inform the Dean of Students Office will in detail in the catalog and on the Transfer Credit result in an automatic F in all courses. Since the Application, available at the Registrar and Student deans are often responsible for providing letters of Financial Services Office in Libbey Forum or on the recommendation for purposes of transfer and job Web. Complete a transfer credit application form applications, a conference with them at the time of and submit it to the Registrar to receive pre-ap- withdrawal is in your best interest. proval for transfer course work. Reinstatement after Withdrawal or Dismissal The rules for reinstatement to the College after Taking Time Away from Bates College withdrawing vary depending upon the circumstances surrounding the withdrawal. Here are basic We want you to enjoy your college life. However, we guidelines that we use for students who wish to know that sometimes it becomes necessary, for a va- rejoin the College. riety of reasons, to spend time away from the Bates 18 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 19

• A student in good academic standing who with- • 50 percent: 21–30 days after the first day of semester; draws from the College may be reinstated at the • 25 percent: 31–50 days after the first day of semester. Confidentiality of Education Records discretion of the Dean of Students Office, if the re- • No refund after 50 days. instatement is within two years of the withdrawal. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act or collection agent); a person serving on the Board (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect of Trustees; or a student serving on an official com- • A student in good standing withdrawn for more Students who do not attend or who withdraw from than two years, a student not in good standing or Short Term are not entitled to a refund. to their education records. mittee, such as the Committee on Student Conduct, a student who has been dismissed from the Col- or assisting another College official in performing All off-campus, extra-cost Short Term units have lege must apply for readmission to the Commit- 1. FERPA affords the right to inspect and review the his or her tasks. A College official has a legitimate an additional, nonrefundable $500 deposit due if a tee on Academic Standing through the Dean of student’s education records within forty-five days educational interest if the official needs to review an Students Office. student registers for a unit. Additional charges are applied when a student registers and then drops of the day the College receives a request for access. education record in order to fulfill his or her profes- • Students not in good standing or dismissed must the unit, depending upon costs incurred by the Students should submit to the registrar, dean of stu- sional responsibility. College on behalf of the student. be separated from the College for at least one full dents, chair of the academic department or program, semester, and must provide evidence of serious pur- or other appropriate official written requests that 4. FERPA affords the right to file a complaint with pose and of academic or professional involvement. In accordance with federal regulations, the first day of the leave or withdrawal is the date indicated by identify the records they wish to inspect. The College the U.S. Department of Education concerning al- the student on the leave-of-absence or withdrawal official makes arrangements for access and notifies leged failures by the College to comply with the form. If no date is stipulated by the student, the first the student of the time and place where the records requirements of FERPA. The name and address of day of the leave or withdrawal is defined as the last may be inspected. If the records are not maintained the office that administers FERPA is Family Policy day the student attended any class. by the College official to whom the request is sub- Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Educa- If you receive federal financial aid, you need to mitted, the official advises the student of the correct tion, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC consult the financial aid policies in the Catalog and official to whom the request should be addressed. 20202-5901. meet with a financial aid officer in the Registrar and Student Financial Services Office. 2. FERPA affords the right to request the amend- Bates College reserves the right to refuse to permit ment of the student’s education records that the stu- a student to inspect those records excluded from Student Transcripts and Records dent believes are inaccurate or misleading. A student the FERPA definition of education records and to may ask the College to amend a record that he or deny transcripts or copies of records not required to During your Bates career you may find that you she believes is inaccurate or misleading. The student be made available by FERPA if the student has an need a copy of your academic transcript. There should write the College official responsible for the unpaid financial obligation to the College or if there Candidates for readmission for the Fall semester are two types of transcripts: official and unofficial. must submit their credentials by May 1. Those You can access an unofficial transcript by logging record, clearly identify the part of the record he or is an unresolved disciplinary action against him or seeking readmission for the Winter semester must onto the Garnet Gateway and downloading a she wants changed, and specify why it is inaccurate her. Fees are not assessed for search and retrieval of submit their credentials by Nov. 1. copy. However, you may need an official tran- or misleading. If the College decides not to amend the records, but there may be a charge for copying script to submit with an internship application, an the record as requested by the student, the College and postage. Matriculation after readmission by the Committee off-campus study opportunity or as part of a job on Academic Standing depends on the availability submission/application. notifies the student of the decision and advises the of space in the College. Students who are twice student of his or her right to a hearing regarding The Office of the Registrar and Student Financial dismissed for academic deficiency normally may not To request an official transcript, go to Libbey the request for amendment. Additional information Services makes available copies of the federal regu- apply for readmission. Academic standing will be Forum and fill out a Transcript Request Form.* All regarding the hearing procedures is provided to the lations and the institutional policy on educational determined by regulations in effect at the time of requests must be in writing and you must sign and student when notified of the right to a hearing. records as well as additional information about the withdrawal. date them. Official transcripts issued to students are stamped “Issued to Student.” Every effort will Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. Refund Policy be made to supply transcripts within three days of 3. FERPA affords the right to consent to disclosures Sometimes you, or your parents/guarantors, will be the request unless the record is in the process of of personally identifiable information contained in Directory Information. Bates identifies the following eligible for a refund if you take a leave of absence being updated. The College reserves the right to the student’s education records, except to the extent as directory information: name; identification (ID) or withdraw from the College. There are some withhold transcripts of students with outstanding guidelines that determine whether you can receive a financial obligations. that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. number; class; address (campus, home, and e-mail); refund and, if so, how much. One exception that permits disclosure without con- telephone listings; major and secondary-concentra- sent is disclosure to College officials, or officials of tion fields of study; participation in officially recog- Refunds are issued by request to the Registrar and institutions with which the College has consortial nized sports, extracurricular activities, and off-cam- Student Financial Services Office after a leave or Insiders’ Tip: withdrawal has been granted. If you receive an official transcript in a sealed en- agreements, with legitimate educational interests. pus study programs; dates of attendance; degrees, velope (for delivery to a school, place of business, A College official is a person employed by Bates in honors, and awards received from the College; and etc.) do not open the envelope. Once you open Students withdrawing on or before the 50th day an administrative, supervisory, academic or sup- individually identifiable photographs and electronic of a full semester receive a prorated refund of the the envelope, the office to which you are submitting the transcript may not accept it as an official port-staff position (including Security and Health images of the student solicited or maintained directly annual charge as follows: document. Center staff); a person or company with whom the by Bates as part of the educational record. College has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor • 100 percent: On or before the first day of semester; • 90 percent: 2–10 days after the first day of semester; (*In the 2005–06 academic year, Garnet Gateway tran- • 75 percent: 11–20 days after the first day of semester; script requests using your PIN will be implemented.) BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 21

Student Life • Special fellowships • Volunteer work During your years at Bates you will be able • Senior thesis/honors thesis to explore student life to the fullest degree. Indeed, most of you will make creative con- The key idea here is that you work with advisors, faculty and administrators to create the learning experience tributions to the development and improve- that you want. This enables you to tailor your activities ment of our community in some way. This and learning at Bates from your first year right through to your final semester. The goal of connected learning is handbook looks at three primary areas of to create a learning experience of considerable power, student life: cocurricular, residential and ex- one whose entirety is more than the sum of its parts. The ability to make this happen is in your hands. tracurricular. Whether you want to learn more about how the housing lottery works; explore How to Learn More About Connected Learning There are faculty, staff and administrators all over volunteer service or internship options, or ap- campus who will be eager to talk with you about en- Student Life ply for fellowships; or throw a party for your gaging in connected learning in your own individual manner. Here are a few of the places where you residence hall, you will find the basic infor- might find people to discuss this dimension of your mation you need to know in the next three college life with:

sections of this handbook. • Your academic advisor’s office • Off-Campus Study Office We encourage you to develop a rich, diverse • Dean of Students Office and creative life as a member of the Bates community. • Service-Learning Program Office • Volunteer Coordinator Office Cocurricular • Summer Research Program in Dean of Faculty’s Office • Office of Career Services Bates students have a long tradition of linking their studies and intellectual interests to work, play and • Dean of Faculty’s Office exploration in areas on and off campus. In recent years a group of College administrators, faculty and staff have created a more unified system of cocur- Residential Life ricular work called “connected learning.” A fair amount of your life at Bates will be spent in Connected learning challenges students to extend your residence sleeping, studying, talking with friends, curricular connections to other learning activities. In watching TV or just hanging around. Residential life doing this you can take more creative control over is an important component in any student’s college developing and shaping your learning experience. experience. In this section we will tell you where to You will also meet people, gain opportunities, and find information on the various residential halls and generate ideas and actions that supplement and houses at Bates. We will introduce you to individuals enrich the learning that you do in the classroom. who play extremely important roles in maintaining the quality of residential life, your JAs (Junior Advisors) There are many different ways to connect your and RCs (Resident Coordinators). We’ll talk about learning from class to class and between the class- some of the less-appealing dimensions of residential room and the “real world.” Here are just some of life as we summarize the College’s position on, and the experiences you could use to extend and con- procedures for handling, dorm damage. And we nect your learning: will talk about a topic near and dear to many hearts — your motor vehicle. • Internships • Service-learning Smoking Policy • Off-campus study Use of any and all tobacco products is prohibited in all campus buildings, • Summer or academic year employment including residence halls. Smoking is • Research also prohibited within 50 feet of all campus buildings, including residence halls. See • Independent study the Smoking and Tobacco Policy on p. 52 for more details. 22 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 23

• If you are unhappy with your current situation, talk The roles played by RCs and JAs are many and var- to your roommate(s). You owe it to them and to ied. The roles listed below might give you an idea of yourself to attempt to resolve difficult situations. how your RC and/or JA can work best with you to Sometimes it is difficult to open these conver- make the most of your time here at Bates. sations, but almost always both you and your roommate(s) will come away from the conversa- Peer Advisor/Mentor tion with either a resolution to the problem or a All conversations with your RC or JA are confiden- clearer understanding of what must be tried next. tial. Many times an RC/JA can help: talking over a personal problem, an academic dilemma or a room- • Talk to your JA and/or RC. These folks are mate situation might evoke new ideas for handling trained to help in situations just like yours. This a particular issue. Your RC/JA is there for you. is part of their job and one of the dimensions of being residential staff that they like the most. Supplemental Academic Advisor As part of the training, an RC/JA becomes aware of • Try mediation. The JAs and RCs are qualified to all kinds of academic programs and schedules. Of- serve as mediators. In addition, Dean Erin Foster ten they can share first-hand experience with par- Zsiga is an excellent mediator and will serve ticular professors, classes or majors; sometimes they as such for you and your roommate (assuming can point you to someone who could better help you’ve tried the above possibilities). you. Either way, an RC/JA is a valuable resource, especially when your faculty advisor is hard to find. If None of These Attempts Works If there are still unsolved problems, go to the Residential Life Resource and Programmer Housing Office, in Chase Hall. Just remember that The RC in your building is in charge of signing blue there are only 375 singles on campus. Despite slips for events. (For information about “blue-slip- the ever-present challenge of a full campus, we ping,” see pp. 29–31.) Additionally, many RC/JAs will try hard to find a solution for truly irreconcil- will provide information about upcoming activities As you get ready to move to campus, it is impor- able differences and housing distress. Dean Zsiga around the College and community, as well as plan E-Access and Room Keys tant to remember that you have agreed to live by is very good at helping people think through all dorm activities. If you have any fun ideas, drop by All students are issued a program- certain regulations. Remember the Residence Hall their options. their room and talk to them! mable BatesCard, an ID card and Dining Services Regulations Contract that you that activates keyless entry to signed? If you don’t remember this document, you The Housing Lottery College Liaison the student’s residence hall 24 can go to the Policies and Procedures section of In March, rooms for the following year are select- Your RC/JA has weekly meetings with the Dean of hours a day and all other residences this handbook to review its terms. Even if you don’t ed by students through a lottery. Each student’s Students Office and serves as a residential liai- during specific hours. Some academic commit this admittedly long text to memory it will name is printed out by class, and each is assigned son between the faculty/administration and the and athletic buildings may also be accessed be a valuable reference. When you wonder whether with the card. In addition, the card is used for a random number that determines the order in students. If you have particular concerns you would you can do or add something to your room, you which students in each class will pick a room. like addressed, this is one avenue to try. identification in the Ladd Library and Memorial should first check the regulations. All students are Commons, and may be programmed for use as an These lists are posted outside the Housing Office required to abide by the principles and guidelines ATM card for students with accounts at branches the week of your respective lottery night. Rising Information Central listed in the regulations. of TD Banknorth (formerly Peoples Heritage). seniors pick the first night, then so on down to RC/JAs go through an intensive program at the the rising sophomores. Rooming diagrams of each beginning of the academic year that acquaints them Housing/Roommate Issues Keys: In addition to the Bates ID card that residence are posted in Chase Hall Gallery a week with the many services Bates provides. If your RC/ We hope that you are thoroughly pleased with your provides access to your residential building, each before the lottery. JA does not know the answer to a particular ques- student will be provided with one room key. No residences, and that you and your roommate(s) tion, more often than not he or she knows someone deposit is required; however, a per-key charge is become best friends, share a room through your Usually not all rising sophomores are able to pick who can help. billed to the student’s account if the key is lost years at Bates and then continue onward with a rooms for the following year. Don’t panic! You or not returned prior to leaving campus on the lifelong friendship . . . and now, back to the real can sign up for summer placement and get a Friend, Advocate and Ally final day of residence, as outlined in the College world. Hopefully, that happy scenario will come room during the summer. The summer placement One of the most important roles of the RC/JA is housing contract. true for some of you. Others may find that the “fit” form gives you the opportunity to list priorities for to represent and support you and your residence- with your roommate(s) just isn’t all you had hoped building and room type. Don’t worry if it is the mates in a safe, comfortable and encouraging for. Or you may dislike your room and building middle of the summer and you still don’t know environment. Housing intensely. While we can’t guarantee that we can fix where you will live next year, as placements are Bates offers a wide range of housing options. Some these situations, we can offer steps you can take to done in mid-August. This is when we have the Get to know your JA and/or RC. These individuals residences are known for their social atmosphere; explore your options, resolve difficult situations and most desirable spaces available. have been chosen by the Dean of Students Office others are regarded as quiet. Some living arrange- work to make your residential living happier. Here and the College as resources and a support network ments promote a sense of community within a are some beginning suggestions: Residential Coordinators/Junior Advisors for all students living in College residences. Aside room, a quad, a floor or a whole building. Some- The residential life program at Bates rests upon a from that, they can always be counted on to know times, a residence or house will gain a reputation • Stick with the situation for a little while. Some- close working relationship between the RC or JA about activities, organizations and fun things to do and people who want that living style will migrate times you will find that you do actually like that and the area dean affiliated with the particular on and off campus. They are here to share their there. Other times, students will completely chal- roommate. Perhaps you’ll find that your room building. These individuals work together to help expertise with you. lenge the “norm” and create their own unique really isn’t SO bad. It takes a little time to get used advisees and residents. ambience. Either way, on-campus living at Bates to sharing space with someone new. is a great social opportunity not to be missed! You can find information about each campus residence — including photos of many of them — at www. bates.edu/housing. 24 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 25

Below are some examples of typical dorm damage Who needs a parking permit on the Bates campus? should go to Security to request a temporary regis- What’s the difference between a JA items and the costs they will incur. For a complete All vehicles parked on campus (including motor- tration. It will be verified that the student has a park- and a RC? copy of the dorm damage procedures and item cycles, mopeds and vehicles belonging to students ing permit and a temporary permit will be issued. costs, please refer to the College Codes and Guide- who live off campus) must have a valid parking While there are many overlaps in the roles and lines section of the handbook. permit. Vehicles must be registered with Security. Will the College warn me if my unregistered car is responsibilities of JAs (Junior Advisors) and RCs on campus? (Resident Coordinators), there are some distinct Dormitory Damage: Standard Charges If there are limited spaces, who decides which No. Any unregistered vehicle found parked on differences. students get permits? campus is subject to being fined and/or towed Distribution of permits is determined through a stu- and stored at the owner’s expense, without Item Charges Fine Total JAs are juniors, sometimes seniors, who serve as dent lottery conducted by the student government. warning. If for some reason, you cannot properly Baluster $82.43 $82.43 guides, resources and role models to first-year register your vehicle or the vehicle of a visitor, students. Each JA is attached to a first-year center Door, interior $499.43 $499.43 How much do these permits cost? And if I am contact the Security Office immediately and speak (i.e., six to 15 first-year students residing in the Smoke detector $278.18 $75.00 $353.18 granted a permit, where can I pick it up? to a security officer. same floor or section of a residence hall or house). Wall damage, $170.62 $170.62 Parking decals are $75 and are billed directly to medium Can a permit be transferred? RCs are juniors or seniors who serve as building student accounts. Parking permits are distributed by coordinators and organizers in residences contain- Security. Parking privileges cannot be transferred and may be ing upper-class students or students from all class revoked in the event of any application, permit or years. There is one RC per building in the larger Cars on Campus Where do I display the parking decal on my car? vehicle misrepresentation. residence halls. A single RC may be responsible for Cars on campus and parking permits are hot topics The parking decal must be properly affixed to the several of the smaller residential houses. RCs also at Bates College. These topics are in the Residential left rear window. Improper placement constitutes Who enforces parking regulations? play lead roles in working with Physical Plant to Life section of this handbook because, for many a violation of the parking policy. Should there be a Bates College Security is responsible for enforcing accurately attribute dorm damage fees. students, a car is an important part of residential question about the placement of a parking decal, these regulations. Security officers may require life. We recognize that this is true. However, we also call Security. Any vehicle with an altered parking identification of any person on campus. Refusal recognize the truth of the following statements: (1) decal is in violation of College policy and the ve- to comply may result in the issuance of a citation Residential Living and Dorm Damage Bates believes that you can obtain a college degree hicle owner is subject to being fined and/or having as well as notification of the appropriate munici- The vast majority of Bates community members without maintaining a car on or near campus; and the vehicle towed from campus property. pal police department. Parking regulations are in work hard to keep our campus and our residential (2) parking is limited on campus. effect 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, and are buildings in top shape. But there are individuals What happens if I lose my permit or it gets stolen? constantly enforced. who will, on occasion, intentionally damage resi- Through either your experiences at Bates already or Lost or stolen permits must be reported to Security dences. The College absolutely deplores this type of the first-year student materials sent to you during immediately. Vehicles parked on campus outside of designated intentional destruction for its structural impact, and the summer, you know that parking permits are dis- spaces or their allotted group location (e.g., fac- even more so for the demoralizing effects that it has tributed through a lottery system, followed by an What should I do with the permit if I sell my car ulty/staff parking, student parking, etc.) will receive upon the residential community. appeal and review process. This entire procedure is and get a new one? a parking ticket. In addition, parking is prohibited run by the Bates College Student Government. If a vehicle is sold or involved in an accident that will (whether it is posted or not) in driveways, walk- Campus dormitory damage procedures are outlined prevent its return to campus, the permit must be re- ways, building exits, fire lanes, on the grass or any below. A full description of the procedures and Insider’s Tip: If you do not receive a parking permit moved and returned to Security for a replacement. place that would inhibit the access of emergency the accompanying standardized damage cost and but still need to have your car at Bates, try contact- vehicles. In such cases, the vehicle will be towed definition sheets can be found in the College Codes ing the Campus Security Office for information Who qualifies as a visitor? and stored at the owner’s expense. and Guidelines section of this handbook. about individuals or businesses near campus willing A visitor is any person not employed by or enrolled to rent a parking space to students. at Bates College who occasionally has business or We challenge all students living on campus to work another reason to be on campus. Students living off Parking Fines as communities to end dorm damage. We also Please don’t think that just because you don’t campus are not considered visitors and are required • Parking fines range from $10-$75 depending encourage all campus residents to think about the have a car, you are tied to campus. The Student to have a valid parking permit. Visitors who receive upon the violation. impact of such damage — not just upon them- Activities Office runs a weekend shuttle that stops five parking tickets will lose their parking privileges at many spots in town (grocery store, pharmacy, and may be towed without warning. • Owners of unregistered motor vehicles found on selves, but also their peers, the custodial staff and campus will be fined $20, which includes the beauty and reputation of the campus. restaurants, cinema complex). This office also offers several trips each month to points of interest If a friend of mine drives to Bates to visit, what do an additional administrative fee. in Maine and surrounding states. Destinations have we do about the car? included the Maine Mall, the Old Port in Portland, All visitors desiring to park vehicles on Bates College Dormitory Damage Procedures How can I find out where to park? downtown Boston, Red Sox games, ski resorts and property must register them with the Security Office Summary whitewater rafting. upon arrival. A temporary parking permit will be It is the responsibility of each student, faculty and issued to the visitor at no cost. Visitors must comply, staff member of Bates College who desires to Dormitory damage is defined as damage that ex- For students who do receive a parking permit however, with College parking regulations. For this park on campus to obtain a copy of these regula- ceeds a physical condition that would be expected through the lottery, we have provided key informa- tions and a campus parking map. The map clearly due to normal wear and tear. There are several reason it is the responsibility of any member of the tion about vehicle registration and parking. designates where faculty, staff, students and visitors steps in handling dormitory damage: Bates community who has invited visitors to the campus to inform them of the parking regulations. may park, and each person is responsible for being Parking Regulations familiar with the map and the locations on campus • Discovering the damage To make this very important information as clear What if I need to bring a different car to campus? where parking is permitted. • Recording the damage as possible, we’ve set up the rest of this section in Temporary permits will be issued only to those who If I live off campus, should I still get a permit? • Creating a work order the form of questions and answers. If you don’t see already have a parking permit. Temporary permits • Creating a bill your question, contact Security — they will probably will be issued in instances where a student is forced Commuter permits are available to seniors who reside off campus at a cost of $60. • Scheduling corrective work know the answer. to bring another vehicle to campus. The student • Performing corrective work 26 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 27

What do I do if I believe I’ve received a parking Parking on Bardwell Street, for vehicles with permits ticket in error? only, is available to students, faculty, staff and visi- An individual who wishes to appeal a parking tors, but is prohibited on Bardwell Street and in the enforcement action should pick up a Parking Ap- Olin Arts Center lot between midnight and 7 a.m., peals form at the Security Office. The completed weekends included. form must be submitted within seven calendar days of the enforcement action to the Parking Appeals Again, students living off campus are not visitors Board at the Security Office. (Note: Appeals re- to the College and are required to have a valid ceived after seven calendar days will not be heard). parking permit.

The appellant is notified of the board’s decision May I leave my car on campus during breaks? following the next meeting. The decision of the Merrill Lot will be used for parking during College Parking Appeals Board is final. The fact that there breaks. was no sign indicating you could not park in a particular location is not a valid excuse and will not be Students who wish to leave their vehicles on accepted by the Parking Appeals Board. campus over any break must contact Security with information about their vehicles, as well as where What happens if my parking permit is revoked? they may be contacted in case of an emergency. Upon accrual of five or more parking tickets, parking privileges will be revoked for the remainder of Students who stay on campus during break may the school year and the vehicle may no longer be park in other designated spaces on campus dur- parked on campus at any time. Banned vehicles will ing the day (weather permitting), but must park be issued a ticket carrying a $75 fine each time they their vehicles in Merrill Lot at night. Vehicles left in are found parked on campus. any other lots on campus at night will be ticketed and/or towed. How do I find parking information? General parking announcements are e-mailed to It snowed last night! Do I have to move my car?! particular campus groups such as faculty, staff and Any person using campus parking areas must co- students. Parking announcements will be titled operate during periods of snow removal or required Extracurricular Life Student Activities Office “Parking Notice” or “Urgent Parking Notice.” All maintenance by moving his or her vehicle promptly The Student Activities Office, in Chase Hall, coordi- persons with vehicles or plans to have a vehicle on when required. Student Activities nates extracurricular scheduling at Bates. There are campus are responsible for all information in parking All students are encouraged to participate in the many things that you can take care of with a visit to e-mails. E-mail should be checked daily. Notices will be placed in all dorms and in The Bates many opportunities that extracurricular life at Bates Claire Lavallee at the Student Activities Office. Here Daily stating the dates and times of snow removal offers. There is such a variety of activities and student are a few: I need to drop things off at a friend’s dorm. Will I or required maintenance. Any vehicle impeding organizations on campus that, regardless of your likes be ticketed? these operations will be towed and the owner will and dislikes, you will surely find something in which • Reserve a room on campus or one of the College’s Vehicles may be parked temporarily in driveways be responsible for all related expenses. to get involved. These activities and organizations vans; close to buildings for up to 15 minutes for loading have many benefits. You have a chance for engage- or unloading, provided that the emergency flashers ment, social interaction, leadership development, • Make photocopies (if you have the organization are activated and the driver is available to move Insiders’ Tip: learning new skills and having a good time. All you number of your club or group); the vehicle. Vehicles parked for more than 15 Parking decals are not transferable from one student need to do to find out which opportunities you may minutes will be ticketed and/or towed. vehicle to another. Violations will result in a student wish to explore is . . . keep reading. • Sign up for one of the College’s free bus trips conduct report to the Dean of Students Office, (there are multiple trips each month); Keep in mind that the driveways are fire lanes and which may result in a loss of parking privileges. But before we go any further, it is important that must be kept open at all times for emergency/res- you clearly understand what the College expects • Find information you need to start a new club or cue vehicles. from you as a participant in campus activities. organization. When in doubt, call Bates Security at ext. 6254 or My friend borrowed my car and got a ticket. Am I use a security phone and check before you park! General Conduct Guidelines The extracurricular calendar of the College is still responsible for it? Traditionally, Bates College has taken pride in the maintained in the Student Activities Office. Be sure Yes. You are responsible for your vehicle at all times. responsible attitude of its students and the social to check the calendar before setting up a program If your friend wishes to pay for the ticket, this is and educational atmosphere of its campus. or activity. Every event on campus must be blue- possible; however, the ticket will remain on your slipped (see pp. 29–31 for blue-slipping policies) vehicle’s record. Bates students shall be held responsible for their through the Student Activities Office. The blue slip conduct at all times. Any student who becomes disor- is also the means for arranging appropriate equip- May I park my car in faculty/staff areas during non- derly, is involved in a disturbance, interferes with the ment or services that may be needed for an event, business hours? rights of others, damages property, brings the name such as chairs, tables, beverages, etc. Parking in faculty/staff parking areas is open to of the College into disrepute, or is individually or as a students with permits from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. week- member of a group involved in unacceptable social be- Tuesday evenings are reserved for class meetings; days and from 5 p.m. Friday to 1 a.m. Monday, havior on or off campus shall be subject to disciplinary therefore, the faculty has ruled that no extracur- weather permitting. action by the Student Conduct Committee (SCC). ricular events may be scheduled then.

Students may park in the Nichols Street lot from 5 p.m. weekdays and Sundays to 7 o’clock the following morning, weather permitting. 28 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 29

How to Start a New Student Organization Posters and other notices are limited to bulletin Student Organizations 2005–06 boards and other designated areas inside buildings. The Extracurricular Activities and Residential Life No posting is allowed in any windows or on the Listed here are the organizations that, at press time, planned to be active during the 2005–06 academic year. (EARL) Committee is a student-faculty committee outside of any building. For more information about these organizations, please look in the back of the 2005–06 Bates Directory or responsible for basic policies regarding extracur- check with the Student Activities Office, ext. 6305. ricular life. These include the requirement that all student organizations be open to all Bates Campus Ban on Hard Liquor Africana Club John Galt Press students. The College does not permit fraternities, In keeping with the recommendation of the Amandla! Juggling Club sororities or closed societies. 2000–01 Alcohol Task Force, hard liquor is not Amnesty International Latinos Unidos allowed on campus. Please refer to the College Anime Club Libertarians The EARL Committee is responsible for the approval Alcohol and Drug Policy (pp. 51–52) for detailed information. If you have questions about the defi- Badminton Club Manic Optimists of constitutions of student organizations. This official recognition allows groups to use the name and nition of hard liquor, please contact Dean Keith Bates Baha’i Association Merimanders facilities of Bates College. A constitution is a prereq- Tannenbaum or the Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug (ATOD) Educator, Erin Foster Zsiga, in the Bates Ballroom Society Mirror (student yearbook) uisite for funding through the Student Government. Student Activities Office. Bates Book Club Model UN Requests or questions regarding constitutions or Bowling Club Mushahada Association (Muslim students) budget allocations should be directed to the EARL Committee through the Student Activities Office. Bates Buddies New World Coalition (students for social justice) Blue-Slipping Events Including Alcohol Please consult the Bates Catalog for descriptions of Bates College Television Network Northfield The College maintains guidelines that must be ob- clubs and organizations. Feel free to bring any ques- Catholic Student Community OUTfront served by those holding events that include alcohol. tions to the Student Activities Office. Chase Hall Committee Bates Outing Club It is VERY important for you to read this section carefully and often if you want to host private or Chess Club Paintball Club The Student Government budget committee campuswide parties that involve alcohol. Bates Christian Fellowship People Eating Plants reviews the financial needs of all campus organizations each year. The College makes an annual Civil Liberties Union Pep Band Here are a few key guidelines that you should know allocation for the budget committee to disburse to Cricket Club Photography Club about before reading the particulars: all student clubs and organizations. Crosstones Physics Society Bates Cycling Club Psychology Club • Events taking place on campus must be registered in the Student Activities Office. Deansmen College Republicans Scheduling Events Brooks Quimby Debate Council Robinson Players • Hard liquor is barred (see sidebar above). Bates Democrats Rugby Club (M) To reserve and use a common room or space on Bates Discordians Rugby Club (W) campus, an organization must “blue-slip” it. This • A dean of students or the assistant coordinator of Bates Eating Awareness Association Sailing Club term refers to a three-sheet form available in the student activities will meet with you prior to host- Student Activities Office. Knowing blue-slip proce- Economics Society Sangai Asia ing an event with alcohol. They will explain your dures and policies is key. responsibility as it relates to being a social host Bates Emergency Medical Services Seed (literary journal) under Maine law and the Bates College Alcohol Environmental Coalition Scuba Society There are two types of blue-slipping procedures: Policy. Equestrian Team Shooting Association one for alcohol-free events and one for events that Feminist Action Coalition Society of Women in Math and Sciences (SWIMS) include alcohol. Each is explained below. • Students hosting or attending parties are respon- Filmboard Strange Bedfellows sible for their own conduct, including following Blue-Slipping Alcohol-Free Events and understanding these guidelines. Fishing Club Student (weekly newspaper) Individual students may not blue-slip a space; they Francophone Club Bates College Student Government must be sponsored by or represent a student organi- Freewill Folk Society Students Against Sexual Assault zation or house council. We encourage you to take the time Friends of Fair Labor Students in Admissions Coordinators now to go to the College Codes and Bates Ultimate Frisbee Club Rad Tad Swimming Find out if the room or space you wish to use is available. If it is, fill out the blue slip for the event, includ- Guidelines section of this handbook Garnet (literary magazine) Table Tennis ing as much information as possible on the form. and read the complete Bates College Bates College Health Sciences Society (Pre-Med Club) Tennis Club Alcohol and Drug Policy (pp. 51–52). Hillel Unitarian Universalist Association Spaces that must be blue-slipped include residence Hindu Awareness Group Video Game Club hall lounges and other spaces on campus where groups gather. It is possible to blue-slip the central Historical Society Volleyball Club Following are the mandatory guidelines for blue- area of the main Quadrangle (“Historic Quad”), Hockey Club (M) Waterpolo (M) slipped events involving alcohol. They are divided bordered by the Chapel, Parker-Hathorn-Dana, into three sections: private blue-slipped parties, Hockey Club (W) Waterpolo (W) Coram-Carnegie, and the walk along Campus campuswide blue-slipped parties, and guidelines that Information Technology Club Water Skiing Avenue. The hallway outside the Student Activities apply to all blue-slipped events involving alcohol. International Club Within Reach Office may be blue-slipped for exhibitions. Films may be shown in many blue-slipped locations, but Bates Investment Club Women of Color Private Parties With Alcohol not in Memorial Commons. Italian Club Women’s Resource Center • Parties for more than 10 people are not permitted Jazz Band WRBC 91.5 FM in individuals’ rooms.

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• Private parties must be held in blue-slipped spaces. The easy way to host a blue-slipped event with alcohol • Blue-slipped private parties may only be held in designated residential lounges and attendance • Plan ahead. Allow at least a couple of days to do cannot exceed 50. all of the necessary steps.

• Private parties are limited to a total of four hours. • Decide where and when you want to host the event. Find the Resident Coordinator for that • Kegs and other common-source containers of building and discuss your intentions for the event. The RC will need to sign your blue slip alcohol are only allowed in blue-slipped spaces. and may not be available on Friday afternoons.

Bates Security will confiscate kegs that have not • Purchase your alternative beverages. You must been blue-slipped, and the incident will be referred provide an original receipt for one case (24 to the Dean of Students Office for disciplinary ac- containers) of soda, water or juice for each keg tion. Taps found on unregistered kegs will also be you intend to have. The maximum number of taken. Neither the keg nor the tap will be returned. kegs is two.

• Unused, untapped kegs from blue-slipped events • Come ahead of time to the Student Activities must be returned by 6 p.m. the day following the Office, Chase Hall, to pick up the appropriate event. forms and to set up a time to meet about your blue slip. Usually meetings occur on Friday afternoons from 2 to 4 p.m. • Kegs are not allowed in first-year centers because all residents are under 21 years of age. All-Campus Parties With Alcohol • Maine law permits contributions to defray the • All-campus parties are for more than 50 people. • The caterer must and will refuse service of alcohol • Alcohol may not be consumed or carried in open expense of alcoholic beverages by a limited to any persons who lack proper identification containers, cups or bottles outside of College number of persons 21 years of age or older. The • All-campus parties are open to any member of the verifying that they are 21 or older. residences unless within a blue-slipped area. group must make the contributions prior to the Bates community and his or her guests. purchase of the alcohol to be served at the party. • The caterer is required to refuse service to anyone • Carrying an open container of alcohol in public Money collected after the purchase of the alcohol • All-campus parties may only be sponsored by who is visibly intoxicated. view is also illegal and may result in a citation or constitutes the sale of alcohol without a liquor student organizations or house councils. summons from the police or liquor enforcement license and is illegal. • The party sponsor and the caterer share the re- officers. • To sponsor an all-campus party you must contract sponsibility of ensuring that no alcohol is brought • Party sponsors are responsible for distinguishing with a licensed caterer to provide alcohol from a into the party venue by guests. • Attendance at parties and other social events is between those who are 21 years of age or older cash bar. restricted to members of the Bates community and and those who are not by applying an identifying • Posters and other advertising for parties may not their guests (who must be registered with party stamp to the backs of the hands of those 21 and A licensed caterer must be contracted for any event refer to or depict alcohol. organizers). older upon their arrival. Hand stamps are available with alcohol in the following spaces: Chase Hall, from the Student Activities Office. Benjamin Mays Center, the Gray Athletic Build- • Campus-wide parties may occur on Friday and • Non-members of the Bates community are not ing (“Gray Cage”), the Den Terrace or the Library Saturday nights only, and only when the College is permitted at private parties or social events unless • Party sponsors must refuse service or delivery of Arcade. Please check with the Student Activities in session. they are invited guests of a member of the com- alcoholic beverages to any person without proper Office about how to secure an authorized caterer. munity. identification who claims to be 21 years of age Alcohol service by an unauthorized caterer is All-Campus and Private Parties or older. Party sponsors must also refuse to serve prohibited. • Alcohol may not be served after 1 a.m., and all • Consumption of alcoholic beverages on cam- alcohol to anyone who is visibly intoxicated. events must end by 2 a.m. pus but outside of a residence hall or house is • If you charge admission to an all-campus party, expressly forbidden except by permission of the • Anyone helping to run a private party with alcohol the money from ticket sales cannot be used to • All parties must end by 1 a.m. or earlier on Dean of Students Office. Such permission will be must remain sober throughout the event. defray the cost of alcoholic beverages served at weeknights — depending upon the quiet hours granted at the time of blue-slipping on condition the event and/or does not entitle the ticket holder determined by that residence. that all policies of the College are followed. • The alcohol must be served from behind a table. to consume alcohol at the event. • Parties at which alcohol is offered must have an • All social events taking place outside of stu- • Alternative chilled beverages without alcohol • The sale of tickets to any campus party where the abundant supply of quality non-alcoholic bever- dent rooms must be blue-slipped in the Student must be available at all events with alcohol. (One money is being used to defray the cost of alcohol ages conveniently available, prominently displayed Activities Office at which time the assistant dean keg requires one 24-container case of soda, and/or includes the privilege of drinking at the and appropriately chilled. will review College policies as they apply to the water or juice.) event constitutes the illegal sale of alcohol without particular event. a license and is prohibited. • Proof of purchase of non-alcoholic beverages must • The maximum number of kegs that you may be given to the assistant dean of students or the as- Violations of these policies will be subject to dis- have is two. • The authorized caterer is directed to distinguish sistant coordinator of student activities prior to their ciplinary action, including the loss of the privilege between those attendees who are under 21 and signing your blue slip for an event with alcohol. of using College facilities for such events and/or those 21 years of age or older by issuing a non- referral to the Student Conduct Committee. transferable bracelet to those 21 and over. • A new proof of purchase must be produced for each event with alcohol that is sponsored. 32 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 33

E-mail Announcement System • The subject line must clearly identify the nature • Only chalk may be used — no permanent markers of the event and the sponsoring organization or or paint. In an effort to reduce paper use and improve com- department. munication on campus, the Student Activities Office • Any organization responsible for chalking must manages “Announce,” an e-mail announcement • Academic and administrative departments may send clean up the Quad on Friday of each week and system for blue-slipped events sponsored by depart- messages that relate to their functions at Bates. will be provided the necessary cleaning materials ments and student organizations, and for more by Physical Plant. general departmental announcements to students. The system reaches all students enrolled on campus. Student Activities Office • Failure to comply with the cleanup requirements Others may subscribe by sending a “subscribe Stop by the Student Activities Office and get to risks future chalking privileges being revoked as announce” request in the body of an e-mail to know Claire Lavallee, Dean Keith Tannenbaum and determined by the self-governance board, in addi- whoever else happens to be there. Check to see [email protected]. tion to being charged for cleanup. where the weekend bus is going, pick up a schedule for the weekend shuttle that takes students The Dean of Students Office reserves the right to The second strike involves a meeting with one of Approved messages may be sent to the entire around Lewiston and Auburn, or just hang out for rescind the chalking policy at any time if abuses are the deans of students, who will issue a verbal warn- student body or to individual classes using the fol- a few minutes and chat. lowing addresses: observed. ing. A written copy of this second warning will be sent to the student, a copy will be placed in the in- [email protected] Chalking Policy dividual student’s file, and a copy will be sent to the [email protected] On occasion, student organizations create public Hate Crime-Bias Incident Committee student’s parents. An educational sanction or com- [email protected] informational displays or promote public awareness The Hate Crime-Bias Incident Committee, estab- munity restitution component will be implemented [email protected] of issues and concerns by “chalking” various areas lished by the Dean of Students, responds to bias as well. At this time the student will be notified that [email protected] of the campus grounds. A student self-governance incidents and hate crimes motivated wholly or in one more violation of the College’s alcohol and drug board, including one representative each from the part by bias based upon race, color, sex, ancestry, policies will constitute a third strike. Any Announce system user must observe a few Dean of Students Office and Physical Plant, moni- national origin, physical or mental disability, or The third strike guidelines: tors the chalking policy and adjudicates controver- sexual orientation. The Dean of Students Office means the student will be referred sial messages. convenes the Committee to determine whether a automatically to the Student Conduct Committee • To avoid inappropriate or excessive use, the hate crime or bias incident, as defined by Maine for adjudication. system is moderated, with messages reviewed and Here are guidelines for the chalking process: state law, has occurred, and if so whether a public transmitted within 24 hours if received Monday statement will be issued and what the content of Two more pieces of information are crucial to an ac- that statement will be. through Thursday. (Friday and weekend messages • Chalking of the main Quad is permitted only curate understanding of these three-strike policies. are generally sent on Monday.) when the space is blue-slipped. The composition of the committee varies with • Strikes are not removed annually. Strikes stay with the nature of the incident, but generally includes • A maximum of two announcements is allowed • No libelous statements (those that injure you throughout your entire tenure at Bates College. the students targeted by the incident, leaders of per event. someone’s reputation) or threatening messages the campus organization most closely related to • For particularly egregious offenses, students may promoting physical harm to persons or property the event, the Director of Affirmative Action, the • The announcement should include the date, time are permitted. be referred to the Student Conduct Committee for and location of the event, and a one-paragraph Director of Multicultural Affairs, the Director of their first or second offense. Security and Campus Safety, the Chaplain, the explanation or biography (similar to entries in The • No one may write over or deface any existing Bates Daily). Dean of the Faculty, and the Dean of Students or chalked messages. their designees. Students are urged to report hate crimes and bias incidents to one of the deans, A few words about drugs The possession, use or sale of illegal drugs (includ- Security or other individuals on the committee. ing prescription medication prescribed to another) is a violation of College policy. Students in violation of College policy will be subject to disciplinary Three-Strike Policy action and/or referral to local authorities. The Bates College follows a three-strike policy for Dean of Students Office reserves the right to have students involved in incidents related to the abuse Security and/or local authorities inspect students’ of alcohol or the use of illegal drugs and/or drug rooms if there is probable cause to believe that il- paraphernalia. legal substances or illegal drug-related activities are present. Whenever possible, students will be asked to accompany the deans, Security or local authori- The basic information that we want all students to ties during the inspection. be clear on is this: Student behaviors that violate Bates College policy, Maine state laws and/or fed- Whenever illegal drug use is discovered, the eral laws concerning alcohol and drugs will result in general response of the College will be to assist the student receiving at least one strike. that individual in obtaining counseling or medical assistance. If you have any questions or concerns The first strike necessitates a meeting with one of regarding drug use or abuse, please contact: the deans of students, who will issue a verbal warning. Following that meeting, a written copy of the Christy Tisdale, director of the Health Center; or warning will be sent to the student and a copy will Dean Foster Zsiga, Alcohol, Tobacco and Other be placed in the individual student’s file. 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Offices, Services and Resources of diversity campuswide. The Affirmative Action office also assists students with issues related to sexual harassment and/or discrimination and There are many different offices, services holds workshops on affirmative action issues for and resources that you may use during your student groups. years at Bates. Some will help you with your academics. Some will help you diversify and Office of Alumni and Parent Programs expand your learning and social choices. At Lane Hall (third floor) least one (the Health Center) will welcome 786-6127 [email protected] you even when you are coughing and sneez- www.bates.edu/for-alumni.xml ing and sick. The Alumni Association encourages connections among alumni and promotes mutually helpful Take a minute to look through these different relationships between alumni and the College. All Bates graduates are automatically members, as services. More important, use these resources are those students who attended Bates for at least — they’re all here to help you make your col- a semester, honorary degree recipients, and those lege career more successful and enjoyable. who hold other degrees from Bates. Two students are selected each year as voting members of the Alumni Council, the governing body of the Alumni Association. Office of Affirmative Action and Institutional Diversity Throughout the academic year, the Office of Alumni and Parent Programs (APP) offers oppor- 201 Lane Hall tunities to learn about its services and to connect 786-6031 with alumni. The office hosts an annual senior dinner and jointly sponsors events with the Office Bates values a diverse college community. More- of Career Services, including internship programs, over, Bates College does not discriminate on the Alumni in Residence and JumpStart. Both provide basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, great opportunities to network with alumni. religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age or handicap in the recruitment and admission of its The office sponsors two other special programs: students, in the administration of its educational the Student Philanthropy Initiative, open to all stu- policies and programs, or in the recruitment and dents, and Bates SALT (Student Alumni Leadership employment of its faculty and staff. Training), an alumni leadership program offered to senior class leaders. Insofar as Bates College adheres to principles of non-discrimination, it provides equal opportunity for After you graduate, APP can help you stay in admissions, employment and advancement of its stu- touch with your classmates and the College. Bates dents, faculty members, staff and hourly employees. Clubs in cities around the country sponsor a wide

Offices, Services and Resources variety of events, from community service projects The Affirmative Action office assures impartiality in to book club meetings, concerts and joint events the implementation and oversight of the College’s with Bates Athletics. The office also works closely affirmative action policies. Bates recognizes that with class officers to plan Reunion and to distribute greater diversity of students, staff and faculty annual class newsletters. APP will also help your benefits all members of the College community. In class’s Social and Gift committees plan events for conjunction with others, the office works to estab- your reunions, from your fifth to your 60th. lish positive steps and procedures in the recruitment and encouragement of women and minority The Alumni House, at 67 Campus Ave., serves as employees and students; and consults with and a meeting place for alumni and students. You are advises campus groups upon request. always welcome to contact the Alumni Programs office in Lane Hall whether you come as a student The Affirmative Action office contributes to de- to inquire about opportunities to meet with alumni veloping sensitivity to and awareness of cultural or as an alumnus/a to get your alumni ID, which and ethnic differences through in-house and will allow you to use Bates athletic facilities and the visiting speakers and educators. Programs are Ladd Library. specifically designed to heighten the awareness 36 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 37

Athletics but are organized and coached by students. Current Athletic Facilities Office of Career Services intercollegiate club teams are listed on the athletics We have a variety of athletic facilities — some, like Alumni Gym (director’s office) Web site at www.bates.edu/x25742.xml#club. the outdoor track and the AstroTurf field, quite evi- 31 Frye Street 786-6345 dent and others housed in buildings across campus. 786-6232 Student coordinators and officials are needed for Here are the buildings, what’s in them and where to www.bates.edu/career With choices including intercollegiate intramural activities and are paid at the campus call for more information. (JumpStart page for first-year students: and intramural teams, athletic clubs hourly rate. To apply for a position or for rules and www.bates.edu/career/JumpStart/firstyr.htm) and organizations, and specialty other information about intramurals, visit the Web Merrill Gymnasium leagues (e.g., the First-Year Intramu- site at www.bates.edu/IM. 786-6366 The Office of Career Services is one ral League) you should never be at campus resource that you really should a loss for athletic opportunities at Bates. Whether If there is sufficient interest in a new sport it may be • Pool (25 x 59m) not miss. Its hours make it easy for any you are taking your roller blades for a spin on the possible to start a club or intramural team. Contact student or alumnus/a to make use of the • Climbing wall old track, running or biking the Montello Street Marsha Graef, faculty coordinator of intramurals facilities and career counselors: “loop” or hefting weights in the weight room, there and club sports, at ext. 6353. • Racquetball (available by reservation) are many different ways to stay fit and healthy, and squash courts Academic Year Office Hours compete and expand your life at Bates. Athletes for Healthy Choices • Tennis courts (from Convocation to Commencement) The Department of Athletics sponsors the Athletes • Badminton and volleyball nets 8 a.m.–noon and 1–4:30 p.m. Monday–Friday Varsity, Intramural and Club Sports for Healthy Choices Program. This group of student athletes provides alcohol-free programming and • Cardiovascular room with stair, cycle and Summer Office Hours rowing machines (Bert Andrews Room) Varsity activities for the student body, such as the First-Year 8 a.m.–noon and 1:30–4:30 p.m. Monday–Friday Bates competes throughout the Northeast at the Intramural League. Students who volunteer for • Training room National Collegiate Athletic Association’s Division Healthy Choices are trained as Peer Educators who • Indoor track (seven lanes) 1-Hour Appointments III level in a variety of intercollegiate sports. Most provide educational leadership on campus as well Monday–Friday • Equipment room varsity teams participate in the CBB Championships as with their respective teams. The focus is work- sponsored by Colby, Bates and Bowdoin. We advise ing with each First-Year Student Center to discuss 30-Minute Appointments Alumni Gymnasium those interested in playing a varsity sport to speak means of achieving a healthy approach to college Thursdays 786-6341 to the appropriate coach. Varsity sports for men and living and socializing safely on campus. For more Drop-in Hours women are listed in the Bates Catalog. information, please contact Marsha Graef in the athletics department (ext. 6353) and view the Web • Basketball court (wood floor) 8 a.m.–noon and 1–5 p.m. Tuesdays Intramural and Club site at www.bates.edu/choices. • Two center baskets OCS divides its services into three related processes: Reserved for students enrolled at Bates, club teams • Four side baskets compete against their counterparts at other colleges • Assisting with self-assessment • Equipment room • Providing resources for information/research • Athletic department offices • Building search skills for jobs or graduate schools • Training room • Head trainer’s office Insider’s Tip Gray Athletic Building (“Gray Cage,” a recreational OCS is not just for seniors! Take advantage of all gym) three areas. The people who use OCS most effec- tively are those who begin visiting the office and the Web site during their first year at Bates — and • Two basketball courts continue to use it throughout their four years. • Two volleyball courts

Underhill Arena Core Services 786-8260 OCS offers a great number of programs and resources to assist you during your time at Bates and • Regulation ice hockey rink (open Nov. 1–March 15) to ease your transition from college to the profes- • Davis Fitness Center, featuring free weights and sional world. Many students take advantage of the selectorized machines OCS as early as their first year at Bates.

Sports Medicine • Individual, confidential career counseling: We of- Sports medicine services are provided by the health fer 50-minute sessions throughout the week, and care team: four certified athletic trainers, student 30-minute sessions on Thursdays and by appoint- trainers, the Health Center staff and an orthope- ment. Call 207-786-6232 ext. 3. dic consultant. All varsity and club athletes start each year with a preseason physical. The Athletics • Career testing: Standard evaluating instruments Department maintains three training rooms, one can assist in choosing a major, focusing career op- each in Merrill and Alumni gymnasiums and one in tions, exploring employment possibilities, making the Underhill Arena, for the prevention, evaluation, employment decisions and helping to understand treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries. job satisfaction relative to personal needs. 38 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 39

• Internship programs: In addition to the internships learning. In addition to being available to all in the Dining Services Dietary Needs, Food Allergies available through outside organizations, OCS ad- College for personal counsel and spiritual care, the Should you have a special dietary need or food ministers several major internship programs (Career Chaplain’s Office sponsors and supports programs Chase Hall allergy, or you’d just like to discuss the options Development Internship Program, Ladd and and occasions for the development of soul and mind Main Office: 786-6299 available in Dining Services, please contact Christine Venture) with alumni and friends of the College. In in the context of community. Catering: 786-6298 Schwartz, Director, at ext. 8279 or via e-mail at collaboration with 27 other colleges, we also have [email protected]. access to eRecruiting, an extensive internship data- We seek to encourage at Bates a climate of genuine Located in Chase Hall, Dining Services pro- base listing more than 13,000 opportunities. religious pluralism in which the spiritual diversity vides daily meals to more than 1,700 stu- For Vegetarians and Vegans and differences among us are respectfully and fruit- dents every academic year. Students on the Dining Services aims to meet the needs and wants • Recruiting programs: Through on- and off-cam- fully engaged. People of all religious traditions, as meal plan access Commons by swiping their of every student. Although there is always an ample pus recruiting programs, students have opportuni- well as those who do not identify with any religious BatesCards (building access cards). Meal- supply of meat dishes, vegetarians and vegans are ties to meet with representatives from companies tradition, are welcome to participate in all of the plan students receive three bonus meals per semester never overlooked. The Commons salad bar offers and organizations. Students have access to more chaplaincy’s programs and to utilize our services. than 400 employers annually through these programs. Our multi-purpose online recruiting data- Organizations Hours for Memorial Commons base eRecruiting also affords access to employers The Chaplain’s Office supports the groups listed Breakfast Lunch Dinner and employment events. below and is eager to support people interested in Monday–Friday 7–11 a.m. 10:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. 4:30–8 p.m. developing new organizations. (Deli until 2:30) • Career directory assistance: The OCS library is an extensive collection of books and periodicals. Our Web Bates Christian Fellowship Saturday 7–11 a.m. 10:30 a.m.–2 p.m. 4:30–8 p.m. site, www.bates.edu/career, contains valuable career Bates Hillel (Deli until 2:30) information and access to resources including eRe- Bates Hindu Awareness Group Sunday Brunch: 10:30–2 p.m. 4:30–8 p.m. cruiting and more than 5,000 alumni career advisors. Catholic Student Community Multifaith Council of the Chaplaincy • Videotaped interview training: Sharpen your Mushahada Association (Muslim students) on their cards for guests. Those who have misplaced more than 30 choices, and usually at least one dish presentation and negotiation skills and build self- Within Reach (progressive Christians) or lost their cards must see Security immediately to made using no meat or meat byproducts is offered, confidence through mock employment or gradu- have their cards replaced. Those with invalid cards as well a vegan bar and vegan cooler. ate school interviews. Staff must contact David Perreault at [email protected] Acting Director of the Office of the Chaplain: or ext. 8237. Access will be denied to any student For Burgers, Pizza, Caffeine or the 11 p.m. Snack • Workshops and training sessions: Interactive, Rachel Herzig with an invalid meal card. Located in the basement of Chase Hall, the Bobcat conveniently scheduled workshops teach you the Chaplaincy Office Coordinator: Den is a friendly lounge well-known for delicious basics of resume writing and interviewing. Martha S. Deschaines Where and When Do We Eat? Bates Burgers, pizza and Otis Spunkmeyer cookies. Associated Chaplains: The primary dining hall, Memorial Commons, is It is a relaxed setting where people from the whole • Drop-in hours: Designed for quick questions, drop- The Rev. William Cutler (Intervarsity Christian located in Chase Hall. A satellite lunch site operates in Bates community can just sit, eat and relax. in hours are held from 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. Fellowship staff member; advisor, Bates Christian the Benjamin Mays Center all week from 10:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesdays. A counselor is available at these Fellowship) to 1 p.m. when classes are in session. times for five-to-seven minute conversations. The Rev. Frank Murray (Catholic Student Community) OCS Staff Rabbi Hillel Katzir • A. Charles Kovacs, Director A complete list of area houses of worship is avail- • Michael Wisnewski, Assistant Director able at the Chaplain’s Office and on its Web site. • Eileen Wisnewski, Assistant Director of Employer Relations • Mariah Bumps, Assistant Director for Law, College Store International Students and Work Abroad • Sarah Jones, Assistant Director for Sciences and Chase Hall Health Careers 786-6121 • Mark Sheldon, Career Information and Technology Coordinator Hours • Sue Cook, Project Administrator 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m. Monday–Friday 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Saturday • Bonnie Trundy, Assistant to the Director Short Term and summer hours: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Monday–Friday

Religious Life and Chaplaincy The College Store stocks textbooks, paperbacks, sundries, clothing, gifts, 161 Wood St. (behind Admissions) greeting cards, office and school supplies, 786-8272 as well as many other useful and interesting www.bates.edu/admin/offices/chaplain items. It also develops film and sells bus tickets and International Student Identity Cards. The Chaplain’s Office at Bates offers a variety of opportunities to students, staff and faculty for the support and nurturing of their spiritual lives and 40 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 41

Dorm Barbecues Financial Aid Services What to Do When You Need to Be Seen Psychiatric Services Each residence hall and house is entitled to one late- Students may visit the Health Center free of charge A local psychiatrist is available to provide evaluation night barbecue per semester. In the fall these begin (see Registrar and Student Financial Services Office) when school is in session. and/or therapy. Appointments are made through on the first day of classes and continue until Nov. 1. the health services director. The College assumes In the spring, the barbecue starting date usually falls • To speak with a registered nurse confidentially, the cost of the first consultation. in late April or early May. Contact Commons or the Bates College Health Center simply sign in as you enter by the front desk. Catering Office for exact dates. Self-Care Clinic • After signing in, have a seat in the waiting room Just follow the signs to the second floor to visit Catering and Bag Lunches 31 Campus Ave. until your name is called. our Self-Care Clinic. The first area contains writ- Bates Catering helps dining events run smoothly. 786-6199 ten instructions and over-the-counter remedies to A catering guide was created to help answer ques- www.bates.edu/admin/offices/health • You needn’t disclose the reason for your visit at assess and treat the common cold. In the second tions. Ask for the guide in the Catering Office (in the the reception desk. area, condoms and other safer-sex products can be Chase Hall Gallery) or access it on the Web at www. The Bates Health Center welcomes Bates purchased anonymously from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily. bates.edu/dining-catering.xml. Groups or individuals students 24 hours a day when school • When necessary, you may be referred to our Check it out! can arrange barbecues and spaghetti dinners — just is in session. The Health Center staff nurse-practitioner or physician. These health care be sure to give at least three working days’ notice. believes that you control your own well- providers are seen by appointment. Health Education If you expect to miss a meal because of an athletic being and emphasizes learning the skills necessary Each semester, numerous campuswide health educa- program or other event that will take you off cam- to make informed decisions about your health. • When arriving for a medical appointment, please tion programs are offered on contemporary college pus, you can order a bag lunch. Just contact Cheryl The staff is here to help you have a healthy college sign in at the reception area. health issues. Topics include alcohol and other drugs, Lacey, Associate Director, at ext. 8355 or via e-mail experience and provide a foundation for a lifetime HIV, men’s health, women’s health, eating disorders, at [email protected] to make arrangements. of wellness. All services are confidential and medical records cannot be released without your written • All visits are strictly confidential and you will not nutrition, sexual assault and mental health. The permission. If you have questions, please visit us be charged for the consultation. Health Center is a resource for information through Job Opportunities (next to Admissions) or call ext. 6199. individual counseling, group discussions, pamphlets Bates dining and catering services welcome students • Medications and lab tests may be billed. and books. The Health Center maintains a library on as employees. For information on job opportuni- How We Can Help You the second floor where students can confidentially ties, please stop by the Dining Services Office or the The Health Center provides the following services to Health Insurance and Charges borrow books. A health educator on staff can provide Student Employment Office. Bates students: To supplement the benefits of the Health Cen- individual consultations on specific areas of concern. ter and to assure confidential care, Bates College In addition, student peer educators provide programs Nationally Honored for Sustainability provides its students with a basic academic-year in residence halls. Bates Dining Services is committed to environmental • Confidential care plan for accident and sickness insurance. The first sustainability and has equipped itself with efficient • Counseling $300 of any medical or psychological concern is Student Groups means of recycling. In 1999 and 2000, Dining Services • 24-hour registered-nurse consultations covered through this plan. This plan is then meant Several student groups and organizations are was honored for its environmentally responsible and • Physician and nurse-practitioner consultations by to coordinate with the student’s private insurance, directly linked to the Health Center. Any student is proactive approach by the National Awards for Envi- as a secondary provider. welcome to join these organizations (training may appointment ronmental Sustainability and the President’s Council be required for certain of these organizations). on Sustainable Development, in Washington, D.C. For • Women’s health services Although there is no charge for medical consultation more information on environmental policies and goals, • Men’s health services at the Health Center, certain medications, immu- • Students Against Sexual Assault talk to Dining Services Director Christine Schwartz. • Inpatient facilities nizations and laboratory tests do cost. When these The organization Students Against Sexual Assault • Referrals to community resources items are not covered by insurance or when they is designed to suit the needs of both men and Feedback and Suggestions: exceed the maximum allowance, they are billed to women affected by issues of sexual violence. • Allergy injections The Napkin Board/Virtual Napkin Board your student account. You may also choose confi- SASA is wholly dedicated to increasing awareness Dining Services consists of a dedicated group of indi- • Travel medicine dential billing. in order to prevent and respond to sexual assault. viduals who share the goal of making the Bates dining • Support groups It is a treasure chest of information, educational experience the best that can possibly be. Every effort • Health education programs Counseling and Psychological Services outreach and continuous support for the Bates is made to apply your suggestions and comments to • Athletic and junior-year-abroad physicals Personal counseling and psychological services are community. Trained by the Sexual Assault Crisis Dining Services, keeping sense of humor intact. available at the Health Center and by referral else- Center in Lewiston, SASA advocates provide a • Flu shots where. Services include consultation, assessment, network of student-to-student support. • Student health insurance psychological testing, counseling, psychotherapy, Insiders’ Tip: and training in relaxation and other techniques for • Peer Educators If you have a suggestion, write it on a napkin and coping with stress. There is no charge for a limited The Peer Educators are students interested in tack it to the napkin-covered suggestion boards near Medical Emergencies number of appointments with on-campus counsel- health issues. They participate in a training the exits of Commons or the Den. Or use the virtual On campus, call ext. 6111. Off campus, call 911. ors and psychologists. program through the Health Center on eating napkin board on the Web. Then watch for the witty disorders, stress, sexuality, sexually transmitted comeback posted in response to your suggestion. Every effort is made to see students with urgent infections, contraception, alcohol and other drugs, Note: The responses are for fun, but the suggestions Bates Emergency Medical Services will respond im- problems as soon as possible. But any students and mental-health concerns. are taken seriously whenever possible. mediately to emergencies on campus. interested in psychological services should come to the Health Center. If you would like to make a Peer Educators conduct health education programs The Bates campus is located between two hospitals: counseling appointment, please come to the Center in residence halls and are available to all students Key Contacts and sign in to see a nurse. You do not need to as an additional resource for health information. Christine Schwartz, Director, ext. 8279 or St. Mary’s Regional Medical Center announce the reason for your visit. When meet- Peers work with the health educator to help fellow [email protected] Campus Avenue ing with a nurse, a brief intake interview will be students find the information necessary to make Cheryl Lacey, Assistant Director, ext. 8355 or 777-8100 conducted and an appointment made. informed choices regarding their health. For more [email protected] information, contact Cindy Visbaras, health educa- Donald Desrosiers, Catering Manager, ext. 6298 or Central Maine Medical Center tor, at ext. 6199. [email protected] Main Street 795-0111 42 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 43

Support Groups University of Maine System and other academic and tem monitors the withdrawal of materials. An exit Safeguarding Intellectual Property Rights • My Body My Life: Each semester a group for public libraries across the state. The combined cata- alarm sounds when books have not been properly “Respect for intellectual labor and creativity is vital to women is offered around issues of food, weight log offers 10 million items in more than 30 libraries. checked out from the library before a person leaves academic discourse and enterprise. This principle ap- and body image. Advance registration is required. the building. Patrons are asked to return to the plies to works of all authors and publishers in all media. Please call the Health Center for more information. Students have reciprocal borrowing privileges at circulation desk when the alarm sounds. Fines and It encompasses respect for the right to acknowledg- Bowdoin and Colby. The Bates ID allows over-the- replacement charges for lost materials are added to ment, right to privacy and right to determine the form, • Grief Support Group: A student-run grief support counter borrowing at the circulation desks of both. your college bill. manner and terms of publication and distribution. group will meet for students who have experi- No special permission is required. enced the loss of a parent or sibling. Learn more “Because electronic information is volatile and eas- from Cindy Visbaras at ext. 6199. Policies concerning the use of the collection are Did you know … ily reproduced, respect for the work and personal available to students at the circulation desk and on There are more than 850 study spaces in the Ladd expression of others is especially critical in computer the Web. Library, including individual carrels, lounge chairs, environments. Violations of authorial integrity, in- Bates College Information and Library seats at tables, work stations, listening stations, cluding plagiarism, invasion of privacy, unauthorized Services Other Important Things to Know about the Library and viewing stations. access and trade secret and copyright violations, and its Services may be grounds for sanctions against members of Materials put on reserve for classes are accessible on the academic community.” The George and Helen Ladd Library the main floor and in the audio facility on the ground Computing and Media Services floor. Photocopiers are available on multiple floors. Help Desk Services: ext. 8222 — From Using Software, Hours published by EDUCOM. 7:30 a.m.–1 a.m. Monday–Thursday College librarians are available to apply their knowl- Bates College Information and Library Services (ILS) Used with permission. 7:30 a.m.–10 p.m. Friday edge to specific courses in the Bates curriculum, at- supports the research, information and comput- 10 a.m.–10 p.m. Saturday tend one of your course sessions and help everyone ing needs of the College community. Computing 10 a.m.–1 a.m. Sunday in the class enhance their research skills. services are offered to faculty, students and staff Edmund S. Muskie Archives and Special (The schedule changes during breaks and holidays. free of charge, with 24-hour unlimited access to a Please call ext. 6261 for information.) Collections Library By appointment, members of the library staff are variety of network services. Use of these services willing to consult on an individual basis as you plan and resources is governed by the Bates College The George and Helen Ladd Library is a 70 Campus Ave. and implement your research. Computer Use Guidelines (see page 53 or www. vital part of the Bates campus. Whether 786-6354 bates.edu/ils/policies/computingPolicy.html). For you have research to do, need a place Interlibrary loan from resources outside the Maine the latest information, including hours, locations to study, want to locate some media Hours Info Net system is available, free, with a turnaround and other policies, please consult the ILS homepage materials or just want to plunk down on a couch and 9 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Friday of three to seven days. at abacus.bates.edu/ils. read, the Ladd Library is there for you. (Additional hours are available by prior arrangement.) The Edmund S. Muskie Archives and Special Col- The Ladd Library houses many different materials and Located on the Campus Avenue side of Alumni lections Library, located in the Muskie Archives offers an enormous variety of resources. Here are just Active virus protection and operating Gymnasium, the Archives and Special Collections building, on Campus Avenue, contains rare books, Library holds the institutional records of the College; some of the things you can find inside the building: system updates are required in order to Bates archives and photographs, manuscripts and rare books; manuscript collections on individuals other original materials (see next page for additional connect to the campus network. and organizations associated with Bates; and the • Periodicals in print and electronic forms information). papers of Edmund S. Muskie (Bates ’36), a former • Government publications Maine governor, U.S. senator and U.S. secretary of • Musical scores ILS supports common software applications for state. The Muskie Archives and Special Collections • Maps Insiders’ Tip: word processing, spreadsheets, statistics, modeling, Library is a rich resource of information about the Don’t waste time wandering around in the library. graphics, Web authoring, text and image scanning; College and the history of Maine and the nation • Microfilms One of the best ways to start a great year at Bates access to national and international databases; on- since World War II. • Sound recordings including music and audio books is to take a tour of the library. Or ask a reference line access to library catalogs at Bates, in Maine and • Video recordings librarian for help anytime. We all think we know throughout the world; electronic mail; and special- The second-floor Muskie Room is frequently used how libraries work, but there may be a lot of things • Access to on-line databases ized programs used in classrooms and for research. for receptions, meetings and an array of lectures, you don’t yet know about the Ladd Library. Take a symposia and other programs on public affairs. • Materials on CD-ROM tour or just ask a question. Save yourself hours of Instructional workshops and online resources for frustration and wandering during the midterm or supported software are offered throughout each Finding Things in the Library end-of-term research crunch times. term. Workshops are announced via campus e-mail The central point of access for information is the Office of Multicultural Affairs/ and the ILS Web site. online catalog, with terminals located throughout Multicultural Center the library; it is also available over the campus net- ‘Being’ in the Library work. The system provides information about the Even though you will see many friends and people 63 Campus Ave. library’s holdings, which include nearly 600,000 you know in the library, please remember that Computing Help Desk: ext. 8222 786-8376 print volumes, 31,600 audio and video record- you’re not in Commons or out on the Quad. Every- ings, 2,300 serials subscriptions and thousands of one is expected to maintain an atmosphere of quiet Hours electronic resources. that’s appropriate to a place of serious study and Members of the Bates community may purchase 9 a.m.–10 p.m. Monday–Friday research, or be subject to loss of library privileges. software and hardware through either the ILS Sales Noon–10 p.m. Saturday–Sunday Ladd Library offers an online public access catalog, Quiet study areas are designated, particularly on the & Service Web site or the ILS Sales Office at 110 (Schedule changes during breaks and holidays. INNOPAC. second and third floors. Russell St. Fee-based service is available for student Please call for information.) hardware issues. Through the Maine Info Net statewide catalog, Although this probably goes without saying, or The Multicultural Center explores, promotes users can find and directly request that materials should, please do not remove material from the and celebrates the diverse cultural experi- be sent here from Bowdoin and Colby colleges, the library unless you’ve checked it out. A security sys- ences that each member of Bates College 44 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 45

brings to the community. The center acts as a catalyst along with many other campus organizations, pro- on campus by initiating discussions about cultural mote and support student interests. These include interactions, race, ethnicity, class, gender, nationality Amandla!, Hillel, International Club, Mushahada, and sexual orientation. Lectures, seminars, work- OUTfront, Sangai Asia and Latinos Unidos. See shops and exhibits presented by the Multicultural Student Organizations 2005–06 (page 28) for a Center and its affiliated student organizations explore complete list. Language/culture tables sponsored by and support intellectual, political, cultural, spiritual the Center include the Creole Table. and social experiences.

Director of Multicultural Affairs/Staff Bates College Museum of Art The Director of Multicultural Affairs, Czerny Brasuell, also directs the Multicultural Center. She can be Olin Arts Center reached at ext. 8215. The program coordinator may 75 Russell St. be contacted at ext. 8376 and student employees 786-6158 may be reached in the resource area at ext. 8303. www.bates.edu/x29515.xml

Facilities Hours The Multicultural Center has a resource room that 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Tuesday–Saturday contains books, magazines, journals and computer (The museum is closed on major legal holidays.) facilities. There are two lounges with television/VCR entertainment systems and cable, as well as study The Museum of Art offers students areas and a fully equipped kitchen. The entire and the public opportunities to study • Repairs: Got a building problem? Call Physical mation Sheet posted at each storage area or, for building houses a growing collection of art from the visual arts. It houses the College’s Plant’s dedicated Work Order Line, ext. 6449. For more detailed information, contact Physical Plant. different cultures as well as examples of program- permanent collection of internation- after-hours repair emergencies, students must call The following items cannot be stored: ming sponsored by the department. There are three ally significant works of art and maintains an active Security at ext. 6254 and Security will contact the dedicated prayer rooms, for Muslim, Buddhist and schedule of exhibitions that reflect the diversity and necessary person(s). For after-hours non-emergen- Furniture (lamps may be stored; they should be Hindu adherents. The lounges are comfortable and excellence of American, Asian, African and Euro- cies, a detailed message may be left on the Work boxed or bagged) offer quiet workspaces. The various lounges and the Order Line and a work order will be generated. pean art. Lectures, tours and workshops are offered Rugs (regardless of size) kitchen can be blue-slipped through the director of as a part of the Museum’s educational program. multicultural affairs for classes, meetings, screen- • Lofts: Prior to building a loft, a loft permit and Lumber/cinder blocks/lofts ings, dinners and other appropriate programming. Student Employment and Internships specifications must be obtained from the Safety Flammable liquids The Museum of Art hires a limited number of Office at the Human Resources office, 215 Col- Bicycles (contact the Security office for storage areas) lege St., ext. 8226. Fines apply should a loft Events and Programs students through the Student Employment Office Large appliances (such as refrigerators more than The director of multicultural affairs, affiliated to work as museum attendants. The museum also have no legal permit and disposal by the College three feet high) student organizations, faculty, students and staff provides student assistantships and an internship becomes necessary. These items will be disposed of. organize and sponsor a multitude of programs: for credit in areas such as research and exhibitions, collections management and education. • Custodial services: Custodial services include No personal belongings may be stored in student • Seminars scheduled trash removal and cleaning of bathroom facilities and common areas. Students are generally rooms during the summer months. The College re- • Speakers/lectures tains the right to dispose of any articles left in other Physical Plant responsible for their residence hall rooms and pri- • Workshops vate baths. Vacuums and other cleaning tools are than designated storage areas. • Film series centrally located in residence halls for student use. Cutten Maintenance Center • Fire alarms: Students should familiarize them- • Organizational meetings 786-6207 • “Stickies” and molding hooks: These great selves with the False Alarm Policy on page 80. • Forums 786-6221 Reporting a problem (Work Order Line): 786-6449 wall-saving devices for hanging posters, etc., are • Cultural immersions handed out for free at the Physical Plant office. Work Order Line: Ext. 6449 • Off-campus programs Hours Use to report trouble calls — e.g., broken shade, 7 a.m.–4 p.m. Monday–Friday • Additional items for guests: Guest mattresses may plugged toilet, leak in room, no heat, etc. Student Organizations be picked up and dropped off by students at Physi- There are several student cultural, religious and Physical Plant is a wonderful resource cal Plant. A $20 deposit is charged to the student ethnic organizations affiliated with the center that, for Bates students. The office is located account if the mattress is not returned by the speci- • Telephone/Internet problems: Call ext. 8222 on the second floor of the Cutten fied date. Please call ext. 6207, prior to arrival at (Information and Library Services Help Desk) for Maintenance Center, next to Merrill the office, to ensure a mattress is available for you. phone repairs, inquiry calls or Internet problems. Gym. Listed below are a few of the services that Physical Plant offers. If you have any • Storage and storage tags: The College cannot • Receiving large packages: Large UPS packages questions, please call one of the numbers above. assume any responsibility for property left in dor- (1 cubic foot or greater) are received through mitory storerooms. A “current year” Bates College Physical Plant. (See Post Office section, next, for • Keys: All keys are now issued through the Access Storage Tag must be attached to each item placed information about small packages and addressing Control Office, in the basement of Chase Hall. in campus storage. Boxes or bags without securely letters and catalogs.) Large packages only should fastened tags are subject to disposal! Tags may be be addressed to: • Bed boards/bookcases: Bed boards/bookcases obtained at the Physical Plant or Security offices. can be picked up by students on a first-come, Students are responsible for placing their own c/o Bates College Physical Plant first-served basis at a location designated by items in storage. Refer to the Storage Room Infor- 147 Russell St. Physical Plant, once school is in session. Lewiston, ME 04240 46 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 47

Students with inquiries about large packages or ex- Office Services handles mass mailings to various Financial Aid Each recycling center has a chart detailing cat- pecting a large package should call Ron, in Physical constituencies including prospective and enrolled RSFS administers the College’s need-based aid pro- egory lists. Plant, at Ext. 6208. students, alumni, parents, staff, faculty and friends gram and coordinates the distribution of financial of the College. aid from federal, state and private sources. If you The recycling crew, part of Physical Plant, collects the • Hand trucks for moving items: Two-wheeled want to be considered for need-based assistance recycled materials from the dorm recycling centers. hand trucks may be available to help students Come by and use our extra services, which include from the College, there are several things you need transport their packages. Students must call postage stamps and other U.S. Postal Service to do and remember: Other materials that can be recycled include corru- ahead, pick up the hand trucks, leave their ID, and products, as well as FedEx and UPS shipping. Ask us gated cardboard, computer disks, Styrofoam pack- return them to Physical Plant. about posters, T-shirts and other printing work. • You must submit an application each year. ing peanuts, laser and inkjet cartridges, batteries, Tyvek envelopes and overhead transparencies. • The materials that need to be submitted include Computing Help Desk: ext. 8222 Registrar and Student Financial the Free Application for Federal Student Aid For collection information contact the grounds (FAFSA), the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE applica- supervisor through Physical Plant at ext. 6207. Services Office tion, and copies of student and parental income tax returns and W-2 forms. Additional materials Libbey Forum may be required upon request. Post Office 44 Mountain Ave. Security and Campus Safety 786-6096 • This information must be filed by April 15. 245 College St. Chase Hall E-mail: [email protected], [email protected], Students and families who do not submit needed 786-6254 786-6104 [email protected] forms by the due date risk becoming ineligible for Emergency: ext. 6111 www.bates.edu/rsfs.xml Bates financial aid. Financial aid decision letters Mail is distributed to student post for the following academic year are mailed to Bates College’s full-time trained secu- office boxes in Chase Hall Monday Located in Libbey Forum, the students at home in early July. through Saturday. Stamps, certified Registrar and Student Financial rity officers patrol the campus on foot, on bicycles and in vehicles. Communi- mail and other postal services are available 10 Services Office is a combined • If you are interested in applying for federal cation officers staff the Security Office a.m.–3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 10 services unit providing compre- student loans, you may visit the office to obtain at all times. They answer phone calls directed to Se- a.m.–noon Saturday (no postage). hensive support for the many information and application materials. Information curity, including calls from the security phones (yellow administrative aspects of college attendance. The concerning parental loan and educational financ- phones marked with blue lights) located throughout Small Packages department supports the Garnet Gateway, a secure ing programs is also available. Packages smaller than 1 cubic foot should be ad- online records system in which students can view the campus, and are in constant contact with security dressed to: academic and financial information. A short RSFS personnel by radio. In addition, officers on campus monitor buildings, lock and unlock doors and assist service list includes: Recycling the campus community in a variety of ways. Chase Hall — Box • Registration: We provide assistance with course Recycling is a way of life on the Bates 56 Campus Ave. registration and access to academic information Personal Safety campus. Physical Plant administers Lewiston, ME 04240 on the Web via our online student records service, The personal safety of every student, on and off the College’s comprehensive recycling the Garnet Gateway. campus, is of the greatest importance to the Col- program in all residential, academic and lege, as is the safety of faculty, staff and visitors to administrative buildings. Office Services • Enrollment verifications: Many families need Bates. To this end, the College has taken steps to these for student health coverage, discounts on help provide a safe environment: Each dorm room is equipped with two recycling student auto insurance, tuition waivers and the 1 Lane Hall bins. The blue bin is for mixed paper (e.g., copy all-important ski pass! Self-service enrollment • The installation of security phones and electronic 786-6226 paper and boxboard), the green bin for all other verifications are available on the Garnet Gateway. building access (see page 22); recyclables (e.g., bottles and cans). Office Services offers copying, printing and mailing • Improved lighting; • Financial aid counseling: Both comprehensive services, as well as products for the Bates commu- Students use the bins to collect recyclable materials • The SafeWalk student escort program; financial advising and answers to simple questions nity. This office coordinates the internal distribution conveniently in their rooms. When the bins are full, about aid are available from experienced aid • The Shuttle system; of mail and print material arriving at the College. students bring them to the dorm recycling collection officers. Personal and secure information about fi- • The Whistle Alert program. center and sort them according to material. In the nancing may be accessed on the Garnet Gateway. Large-quantity reproductions of printed materials recycling centers there are four color-coded bins: (50 or more copies) are coordinated through this However, no program can create a perfectly safe en- • Student academic progress: We provide degree vironment. It takes the cooperation and participation office. The finishing of printed materials includes: • Blue, again, is for mixed paper (not including audits and general academic information of each person in looking out for their own safety and newspapers and magazines); regarding degree requirements and academic that of others to make our campus as safe as possible. • Folding policies. The registrar and associate registrar are • Cutting • Yellow is for redeemable cans and bottles (most available to meet with students on a variety of bottled beverages are redeemable for five cents in Crime Prevention Office • Collating academic issues. Maine); This office is a component of the educational process • Padding for students, faculty and staff within the community. • Payment plans and account balance information: We rely on teamwork: The responsibility for the reduc- • Stapling or binding • Gray is for No. 2 plastic (see bottom of container), Information about both financing a Bates educa- tin and glass; tion of crime lies with Security and Campus Safety, the • Labeling tion and your particular account is available from individual and the campus community as a whole. • Laminating staff or through the secure Garnet Gateway. • Red is for newspapers and magazines.

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A Few Friendly Security and Safety Reminders Writing Workshop Six students are invited to attend faculty meetings. • Never carry your ID attached to your keys. Losing They may not vote, but may participate in discussion them both would pose a serious safety risk. 53 Campus Ave. when requested to do so by the president. Three of 786-6159 the students are chosen annually by the Bates Col- • Use the SafeWalk program. It only takes a phone lege Student Government (BCSG) and three register call to have two Bates students keep you safe on Hours (on a first-come, first-served basis) in the Dean of your walk home! 9 a.m.–noon and 1–5 p.m. Monday–Thursday Faculty’s Office. Students must register by the Friday (Additional evening hours will be posted.) preceding the faculty meeting in order to attend. • Security offers free whistles as part of its Whistle Alert program. Swing by the office, pick one The Writing Workshop provides individual- Since the faculty must carry on its business efficiently, up and put it on your key chain. But note that ized instruction and assistance in writing. while following carefully worked-out procedures, it the whistle is for emergencies only. Misuse of All workshop tutors are professional writers relies on committees to do the bulk of research on whistles will result in a $75 fine. specifically trained to help college students policy matters and make careful recommendations become better writers. Serving all Bates students, from for action. The work of faculty committees is key to • It’s tempting to leave your door open, especially first-years to senior honors candidates, the workshop the decision-making life of Bates. Through member- if you’re leaving just for a quick trip to the bath- offers a variety of services: ship on certain faculty committees, students influence room or going down the hall to visit a friend. Lock and help to shape the policies that define the quality and style of this institution. it! Many things have been stolen from rooms with • Individual writing conferences unlocked doors. • Writing assessments There are a number of committees to which stu- • Locate the fire exits and smoke alarms. When the • Resource library and informational handouts dents are appointed by the BCSG’s Committee on fire alarm sounds, leave the building! You never • Orientation sessions Committees. know when it’s real and when it’s just an alarm. • Small-group workshops Err on the side of safety. • Admissions and Financial Aid Writing Workshop tutors do not proofread or edit • Athletics • Call if you see anything suspicious. Yellow phones student papers. Rather, the staff is trained to ask • College Concerts (with the blue lights) connect directly to Security. questions that encourage students to make deci- • College Lectures sions as writers. Individual sessions usually last 50 We value the opportunity to work individually minutes. Tutors will not add extra assignments to • Curriculum and Calendar In an emergency . . . with students looking for unique connections. We students’ already busy schedules. Instead, sessions • Educational Policy oversee numerous competitive grant programs that Call ext. 6111 or pick up a yellow phone (look for focus on papers already assigned by professors. • Extracurricular Activities and Residential Life the blue light). support community work during the school year Students can work with a tutor at any stage in the • First-Year Seminars and the Writing Workshop and the summer. Fellowships for individual summer writing process — even in the early stages of idea projects are available. Students eligible for federal generation before starting a draft. • Honors work-study funds can apply to do paid work in • Information Services Advisory Committee the community during the school year or summer. The Service-Learning Program • Library Recent summer fellowships placed students locally, Insiders’ Tip: • Off-Campus Study 163 Wood St. nationally and internationally. Individual writing conferences are by appointment. As the semester progresses, the Writing Workshop • Student Conduct The Service-Learning Program is part of the Consider being part of the Bates culture of service. becomes busier and busier. Book appointments early • Department Councils Harward Center for Community Partnerships and At least half of all Bates students engage in commu- and often! connects students with service opportunities in the nity work. Typically, the Center can document more In addition, a number of other faculty-only com- local and wider community. You can become in- than 50,000 hours of student service each year. mittees function on the Bates campus. For a more volved in service-learning through academic work. complete description and discussion of these com- A course may require service-learning or offer it as More details about our current work, opportunities College Governance mittees (and those listed above) refer to the Faculty an option. Independent studies and thesis research and grant programs are available on our Web site, Handbook, which can be found on the Bates Web www.bates.edu/service-learning.xml. Better yet at Bates are often rooted in community work. Past Although the president and the Trustees of site under the Dean of Faculty’s Office. — whatever your interest — come and see us at examples are as diverse as interviewing mill work- Bates College are by charter defined as the legal 163 Wood St.: ers for an anthropology course and doing thesis corporation and therefore ultimately the respon- Of equal or even greater interest to students is the research on lead exposure in children. sible governing body, Bates’ charter specifies that organization that meets to address issues of gover- • Martha Deschaines ’75, Volunteer Office governance of the College, including responsibility nance pertaining to students and student life, and You can also learn about volunteer opportunities Coordinator, 786-8273 or [email protected] for academic, social and residential policy, is vested which passes resolutions (or recommendations) on to the College faculty and the College president: or connect your passion with a local need. We help • Holly Lasagna, Service-Learning Program in the faculty. Therefore, the faculty, which meets individuals, groups, clubs and teams find one-day Coordinator, 786-8319 or [email protected] on the first Monday of each month, is of central or long-term commitments. Our volunteer program importance to the ongoing life of this community. Bates College Student Government • Sue Martin, Assistant Director, 786-8235 or is managed by Student Volunteer Fellows: student The annual responsibilities of the BCSG include running [email protected] leaders with extensive community experience who The establishment of degree requirements, the the parking lottery, allocating more than $350,000 identify needs, recruit volunteers, organize events • Peggy Rotundo, Director, 786-8273 or determination of the curriculum, the calendar, the among campus organizations and appointing students [email protected] and arrange the logistics. Volunteering at Bates establishment of special programs (such as junior to more than 20 student-faculty and other commit- can be as simple and short term as a single visit to year abroad), the setting of residential policy, and tees. The BCSG also oversees organizational office a local food bank to pack food boxes. It can also the establishment of and responsibility for the proce- spaces in Chase Hall and at 45 Campus Ave. When involve complex sustained projects such as mentor- Student Accounts dures for student discipline are among the many ar- not managing these day-to-day affairs, members ing a local child or cooking monthly dinners at an eas of College life that fall within the purview of the engage in advocacy on behalf of the student body. elderly housing complex. (see Registrar and Student Financial Services Office) faculty. The agenda and minutes of faculty meetings are posted at the Dean of the Faculty’s Office. BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 51

ment or rehabilitation programs that are available to College Codes and Guidelines students and employees; and a clear statement that the institution will impose sanctions on students and employees (consistent with local, state and federal law) While we do not expect that any student is going to com- and a description of these sanctions, up to and including mit the College’s policies and procedures to memory, it expulsion or termination of employment and referral for would be a very good idea to look them over. These are prosecution for violations of the standards of conduct. the guidelines and standards by which you agree to live when you enter Bates College. The law further requires that the College conduct a If, during your time at Bates College, you need to know biennial review of its program to (a) determine its effec- what the College’s policy is on any of the topics listed tiveness and implement changes as they are needed; and below, you can turn to this section of your handbook (b) ensure that the sanctions developed are consistently and find the answers you need. enforced.

The policies and procedures represented in this section The following document is Bates College’s response to are (in order): Section 22 of the law, titled “Drug-Free Schools and Campuses.” • The College Alcohol and Drug Policy The Bates College Program to Prevent • The College Smoking and Tobacco Policy Alcohol and Drug Abuse Bates College observes all laws governing the use of alcohol and other drugs, and does not condone violation of • The College Computer Use Policy these laws by any student at any time. Students are held personally responsible for complying with all aspects of • The College Dorm Damage Procedures Maine law. The prohibitions of Maine law include, but (includes a standardized-charges listing for many are not limited to the following: the sale of alcoholic dorm damage items) beverages by any person who does not have a license to sell such beverages in full force and effect at the time of • The College Policies for Activities and sale; the sale of alcoholic beverages by any person to a person who has not attained 21 years of age; consump- Behaviors of Religious Groups and tion or purchase of alcoholic beverages by any person Professionals who has not attained 21 years of age; transportation by automobile within the state of Maine of alcoholic • The College Code of Student Conduct and beverages by any person who has not attained the age of 21 years; the furnishing of, procurement of or delivery Disciplinary Processes of alcoholic beverages to a person who has not attained the age of 21 years or who is intoxicated; allowing of • The College Nondiscrimination and Sexual any minor under another person’s control, or in any Harassment Policy place under that person’s control, to possess or consume alcoholic beverages; the presentation of any written or oral evidence of age which is false, fraudulent or not a • The College Residence Hall and Dining person’s own for the purpose of ordering, purchasing Service Regulations or attempting to purchase or otherwise procuring or attempting to procure intoxicating liquor by a person who has not attained the age of 21 years. College Codes and Guidelines In addition, Bates has initiated a campus-wide ban on The College Alcohol and Drug hard liquor. No member of the Bates community is Policy allowed to possess or imbibe any beverage containing hard liquor. The Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 (Public Law 101-226; Final Bates does not shield its students from the law or from Regulations published on Aug. 16, 1990) required the the consequences of their own behavior. Violations of College to certify to the U.S. Department of Education Maine law, even within regularly scheduled and “blue- by Oct. 1, 1990, that it had adopted and implemented a slipped” College facilities, occur at the risk of the indi- program to prevent the illicit use of drugs and the abuse viduals and are not the responsibility of the College. The of alcohol by its students and employees. This program College does not, cannot and should not serve as a haven must include the annual distribution of the following to from law enforcement agencies. each student and employee: standards of conduct that clearly prohibit, at a minimum, the unlawful possession, Drugs use or distribution of drugs and alcohol by students and The College will use all of its counseling resources to employees on the institution’s property or as any part of help students involved with drugs. The College, however, the institution’s activities; a description of the applicable bears the major responsibility for the welfare of the stu- legal sanctions under local, state or federal law for dent body. Therefore, possession, distribution or the use unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs of any illegal drug (including use of prescription medica- and alcohol; a description of the health risks associated tion prescribed to another), renders a student liable to with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol; a disciplinary action, including confiscation of materials, description of any drug and alcohol counseling, treat- dismissal and referral to local police authorities. 52 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 53

Students being academically dishonest. For more information, see Student violations of these policies governing drugs and The College Smoking and Tobacco The College Computer Use Policy the Bates College Statement on Plagiarism and a Guide alcohol are subject to disciplinary action, which may to Source Acknowledgments. include referral to counseling, revocation of the privi- Policy Each user of Bates College Information Services has lege of using College facilities for such events if student Information content supplied by users and visible to or two basic rights: the right to privacy with respect to the sent to others over computer networks is subject to the groups or organizations are involved and/or referral of Bates College is committed to the health and well-being information stored in his or her user account, hard drive individuals to the Committee on Student Conduct. of our staff, faculty, students, guests and community. same rules of conduct that apply to any message in any or on diskette, as well as his or her computer output; and other medium. Research shows that smoking and breathing second-hand the right to a fair share of the system resources. Sanctions that may be imposed by the Committee smoke present health risks and are even debilitating to Networks such as the World Wide Web have greatly include but are not limited to: verbal warning; letter of some individuals. Through the Smoking Policy presented Users who violate the rights of others, either by access- expanded the capacity of Bates users to view and inter- below, Bates College strives to maintain the well-being censure; exclusion from various College social and/or ing information to which they have no right or by using act with computers all over the world. A user should not of the campus community while considering the needs of ceremonial activities; disciplinary probation; manda- an excessive amount of system resources, are acting in an use the Bates College computing facilities to go beyond individuals who smoke. tory referral to a counseling program; suspension for a unethical manner. Information Services reserves the right normal Internet connections to gain unauthorized access designated period of time; suspension with readmission to take whatever actions are necessary to prevent a user to other computers off campus. Users should notify contingent on proof of counseling or successful comple- • Smoking, the burning of any type of pipe, cigar, from violating the rights of other users. Information Services staff of any off-campus computing tion of a rehabilitation program, and/or dismissal from cigarette, or similar product, and chewing tobacco are arrangements they have that may have an impact on the College. prohibited in all campus buildings, including residence To assure each user privacy and a fair share of system Bates computing resources. Unauthorized access to and halls, and in all vehicles owned, leased or rented by resources, all users must comply with Information use of other computers may result in criminal and/or The College reserves the right to involve law enforce- the College. Smoking is also prohibited within 50 Services’ policies. Since Information Services cannot civil action. ment authorities and/or undertake legal proceedings feet, approximately 20 paces, of all campus buildings, anticipate every possible way in which users might inten- against a student. including residence halls. tionally or unintentionally violate the rights of other A user should not alter the normal functioning of the users, the guidelines listed below are illustrative, not computing system. This applies to attempts to reallocate Employees • Organizers and attendees at public events using Bates exhaustive. Any activity that results in loss of privacy or storage space, to change the priority levels at which programs run or to gain unauthorized access to other user Employee violations of these policies will be reported to facilities, such as conferences, meetings, lectures, unreasonable reduction in system performance for other accounts, passwords or system directories. It also applies the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean of the athletic games or social and cultural gatherings users is unethical. Cases involving unethical behavior to attempts to degrade system performance, to “crash” Faculty, in the case of members of the faculty, or to the will be required to abide by the College’s Smoking will be referred to the Office of the Dean of Students, the the computer, to disconnect other users from the com- Vice President for Finance and Administration, for all Policy. Organizers of such events are responsible for Dean of the Faculty or the Office of Human Resources, communicating and enforcing this policy. puter or to send unsolicited messages and “junk” mail other employees, for review and action. Employees are as appropriate. to other users of the system. These restrictions apply to subject to appropriate sanctions that may include referral all Bates computers, including public microcomputers. to standing procedures for termination of employment. • Distribution and advertisements of tobacco products on campus are prohibited. Computer Use Guidelines More generally, all users have a responsibility to avoid Each user is issued a user account and should always log running programs that are wasteful of system resources, Unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs into the computer under that account. Using any other especially when doing so noticeably reduces the perfor- • In an effort to support those who wish to quit smoking, or alcohol may involve the following sanctions, accord- account is an invasion of the privacy of the individual mance of the system for other users. the College will present a variety of tobacco-cessation ing to the severity of the infraction and the kind of issued that account. The right to use the Bates College and other health-related programs, as deemed involvement of the employee. Employees involved may computing facilities is nontransferable: a user should A user should not attempt to reserve access to the com- be required to undergo professional assessment by a sub- appropriate and supportable by available budgets. not allow another individual to use his or her account. puter for his or her own use, and should log out when stance abuse professional designated by the College to Such initiatives may include: informational programs Each user is held responsible for the computing activi- the computer is not in use. Generally a user should not determine whether they are involved in substance abuse to support a smoke-free lifestyle; employee access to ties that occur under his or her account, so users should use more than one port or microcomputer at a time. or addiction. In the case of dependency, the College may available services through the College’s health insurance make special efforts to preserve the security of their treat the case as a disability. program; health information and cessation assistance passwords. Game and other recreational programs have the lowest for students through the Health Center. priority on the system. Anyone using a computer in a Sanctions may include but are not limited to: All files and computer output belong to someone and public lab for a game or conference must relinquish it Compliance with this policy is a community effort. It is should be assumed to be private and confidential unless to another user upon request. Modems may not be used • Verbal warning; important to remember that we are friends, co-workers, the owner has explicitly made them available to oth- for games, which includes MUDS and IRC. Modems are acquaintances, hosts and guests, and we need to treat ers. A user should not alter, manipulate or inspect the a limited resource and may only be used for educational contents of another user’s file area without the user’s • Letter of censure; each other with respect. Staff, faculty and students may purposes. approach an individual who is not adhering to the policy knowledge and explicit permission. Similarly, a user should not alter or manipulate the contents of a public A user should not abuse or mistreat Information Services’ • Exclusion from various College social and/or ceremo- and inform them of the specifics of the policy as well library or directory unless the owner has specifically equipment. All users should become thoroughly familiar nial activities; as provide assistance and information as appropriate. Many individuals may wish to quit smoking, but it authorized the user to do so. Users should also take steps with the proper operating procedure for a given device to protect their data. before attempting to use it. High-speed printers, plotters, • Disciplinary probation; can be difficult for a current smoker to become a non- smoker. Respect and support are particularly useful in multimedia equipment, scanners and similar equipment “Because electronic information is volatile and easily assisting individuals through this process. are delicate and easily damaged through careless or • Mandatory referral to a counseling program; reproduced, respect for the work and personal expres- rough use. A user is held responsible for any damage to sion of others is especially critical in computer envi- equipment caused by his or her own carelessness. Frequent disregard of this policy may result in discipline • Suspension for a designated period of time; ronments. Violations of authorial integrity including under the appropriate Student, Faculty or Employee plagiarism, invasion of privacy, unauthorized access and Information Services provides documentation online, • Suspension with readmission contingent on proof of handbooks. trade-secret and copyright violations may be grounds for in Treat Gallery, at remote sites on campus and in the counseling or successful completion of a rehabilitation sanctions against members of the academic community.” Library. A user should not remove documentation from program, and/or dismissal from the College. This policy became effective September 1, 2004. Please (From Using Software, published by EDUCOM. Used any of these locations. Documentation may also be pur- contact the Dean of Students Office, the Health Center or with permission.) chased from Information Services, the College Store and The College reserves the right to involve law enforce- Human Resources with questions regarding this policy. through other commercial channels. ment authorities and/or undertake legal proceedings For example, a user who presents the work of another against an employee. user as his or her own by simply submitting a duplicate Bates College computing systems are available to the listing of a homework assignment is committing plagia- Bates community to further the educational goals of the rism. A user who exploits flaws in system or instructor College. Bates College does not permit use of its comput- software to obtain answers to an assignment or exami- ing resources to support commercial enterprises of account nation, or who manipulates the contents of a file con- holders. A user in doubt about a particular case should taining grades or other records of course performance, is contact the Information Services’ Management Team. 54 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 55

System Administration performed. In addition, we want individuals to know in 2. Any repair that requires labor only will be billed on Information Services staff charged with the responsibil- advance the financial consequences of creating the dam- an hourly basis, at $35 per hour. This includes labor and Dormitory Damage Categories ity for maintenance of the integrity and security of our age. When individuals cannot be identified as the party administrative costs. computing systems are permitted to copy or move user responsible for the damage, then either the floor or the and Descriptions files for routine backups and preservation. They are dormitory (as determined by the residents of each dorm) 3. Fines are charged for items that are related to Life authorized to investigate possible abuse of computer sys- shall be charged. Questions about these procedures or Safety issues. Wall damage, small: Deep gouges, cracks and small tems and to take appropriate action. A user can expect individual charges should be referred to Physical Plant. penetrations roughly 3 inches or less in diameter. The that staff will not inspect the contents of their files with- Furniture and Fixtures repair may include Sheetrock work, taping, compound- out proper justification and authorization. Below is a list of standard damage categories and a brief ing, sanding, priming and painting. description of each. Following is a list of furniture and Item Total Bates College IP addresses are issued and authorized by fixture replacement costs. Wall damage, medium: Damage larger than 3 inches in Sofa $727.10 Information Services staff. They are available for use diameter but less than 4 feet by 8 feet. The repair would Loveseat $549.45 only by the person to whom they have been issued for include Sheetrock work, taping, compounding, sanding, uses authorized by Information Services. Upholstered chair $374.02 priming and painting. End table $190.87 Most software is protected by copyright law unless it has Dormitory Damage Coffee table $225.08 Wall damage, large: All repairs larger than 4 feet by 8 been placed in the public domain. It is illegal to duplicate Game table $462.29 — Standard Charges feet. The repair would include Sheetrock work, taping, or distribute software or its documentation without the Oak chair $119.15 compounding, sanding, priming and painting. permission of the copyright owner. Software acquired Fine Total Television $319.96 by Bates College is licensed to the College. The licenses Television stand $83.85 Screens: Procurement and installation of a replacement restrict how and where the software may be used by Wall damage, small (gouge) $85.30 Table lamp $66.20 screen. This assumes that there is no additional window members of the College community, and Information Wall damage, medium $170.62 Floor lamp $77.23 damage. Services manages the system in order to minimize the Wall damage, large $341.27 Bed frame $216.25 number of copies of software needed to support College (greater than 4 ft. by 8 ft.) Mattress $90.46 Window, unit: If a window unit is damaged sufficiently work. Consult Bates College Information Services for Screens $72.02 Desk $374.02 information about the content of particular license that it requires the replacement of the sashes and/or Windows (unit) $785.71 Desk shelf $168.81 agreements. frame, then new replacement parts will be ordered and Window (half unit) $392.86 Desk chair $125.77 installed. This includes necessary patching and painting. Glass $211.22 Dresser $417.06 The guidelines discussed above are intended to insure Ceilings, solid $192.43 Mirror $89.36 that each user’s rights to privacy and a fair share of Window, half-unit: If a window unit is damaged sufficient- Ceilings, acoustical tile $45.05 Cushion chair $223.97 system resources are protected. Users are requested to ly that it requires the replacement of one sash and or frame Lights $204.78 Metal cabinet $268.12 inform Information Services staff if they suspect that repair then new replacement parts will be ordered and Switch, receptacle $47.74 Bookcase $240.53 their rights are being violated. installed. This includes necessary patching and painting. Light, globe/lens $93.62 Mirrors, rest room or full-length $105.91 Egress plan holder $75.00 $128.75 Window shade $63.98 Glass: Replacement glass damaged in either a door or Smoke detector $75.00 $353.18 Bulletin board $94.88 window. It includes the removal of the existing glazing Thermostat $67.62 Recycling barrel $95.99 and the procurement and installation of new glazing. The College Dorm Damage Emergency light $75.00 $592.72 Recycling bin $44.13 This also includes all sealing, patching and painting. Exit sign $75.00 $217.04 Recycling/waste basket $32.55 Procedures Oversize windows or specialty windows such as stained Door, fire $75.00 $732.07 Iron $51.85 glass will be priced separately. Dormitory damage is defined as damage to a facility Door, interior $499.43 Ironing board $54.05 that is in excess of a physical condition that would be Door, exterior $900.85 Lamp shade $33.09 Ceilings, solid: Repair of all solid ceilings as opposed to expected due to normal wear and tear. There are several Door hardware $524.24 Soap dispenser $39.72 acoustical tile ceilings. It assumes a repair of 4 feet by functions when discussing dormitory damage. They are: (lever and closer) Paper towel dispenser $122.47 8 feet or less. The repair would include needed staging, discovering the damage; recording the damage; creating Door lockset $436.58 Toilet paper dispenser $78.89 Sheetrock work, taping, compounding, sanding, priming a work order; creating a bill; scheduling corrective work; Door closer $326.45 Toilet seat $56.27 and painting. performing corrective work. Door hinges $92.66 Towel bar $47.22 Door panic device $835.49 Shower curtain $36.40 Ceilings, acoustical: Assumes damaged ceiling tiles that Dormitory damage is time-consuming and requires a (crash bar) Vacuum $99.29 do not exceed 4 feet by 8 feet. It also assumes that the high level of overhead. In an effort to streamline this Sink, lavatory $372.09 Village plaques $79.43 grid system does not need repair. It includes the procure- process, standard charges have been developed for the Toilet, water closet $385.97 Microwave $210.73 ment and installation of replacement ceiling tiles. damages that occur most often. Charges were developed Flush $265.54 Shower head $68.41 using the RS Means method of estimating, a national Faucet $153.70 Curtain rod $41.13 Lights: Replacement of one ceiling or wall-mounted fix- standard for developing building-related costs. This Baluster $82.43 Pillow $34.20 ture. It includes procurement, electrical work associated method includes labor and materials as well as contrac- Floor, tile $132.64 Traverse rod $79.44 with fixture removal and the electrical work needed for tor overhead. The materials are of commercial or insti- Floor, carpet $231.83 *Fire extinguisher recharge $193.73 tutional quality and are more expensive than the local replacement. E-Access, card reader $444.00 *Fire extinguisher replace $237.32 hardware-store or lumber-store products. Additionally, E-Access, door position sensor $176.11 False alarm we have included overhead for the Physical Plant func- Switch/receptacle: Replacement of either a light switch E-Access, egress motion detector $285.00 (see campus policy, page 79) tions as it relates to these charges. Damage is disruptive or electrical outlet. This charge assumes only one item E-Access, electric door strike $628.07 Extra cleaning Hourly rate + overhead and forces the deferral of other work in order to perform E-Access, local alarm $701.87 needs replacement. It includes procurement and all the these unscheduled repairs. We process on average 2,700 Shampoo carpet Hourly rate + overhead Room cleaning charge, per person $50.00 associated electrical work for installation. dormitory damage work orders each year. Bar code tampering $116.70 Life safety tampering $75.00 Light globe/lens: Procurement and replacement of either *Fire extinguisher total includes a $75 fine. From this point forward, Physical Plant staff will con- a single globe or lens unit. centrate on their basic mission so that all dormitory 1. Any damage that is excessive in nature and results in costs in excess of the Standard Charges will be estimated damage repairs will be estimated based upon calling Smoke detector: Procurement and replacement of a sin- in a general contractor. The intent is to recoup the full separately. gle smoke or heat detector. It includes all electrical work cost of the damage so that appropriate repairs can be and associated testing. These units must be UL-approved and meet the National Life Safety Code. 56 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 57

Thermostat: Procurement and installation of a single Toilet, water closet: Removal, procurement and instal- • Engaging in false or deceptive promotions and adver- The following considerations constitute the foundation replacement unit. It includes all electrical work. lation of a new toilet. It also assumes that the existing tising concerning a group and/or its activities. (Posters of the College’s justification for establishing expecta- hardware can be reused. Also included is all plumb- and other methods of publicity are subject to the tions of student conduct, codifying those expectations, Emergency light: Procurement and installation of a sin- ing and any wall/floor patching or repair that may be guidelines promulgated by the Office of the Dean of and adopting equitable processes for assessing student gle replacement unit. It includes all associated electrical required. Students, which include indicating the name of the conduct. rewiring and testing. These units must be UL-approved sponsoring group.) and meet the National Life Safety Code. Flush: Hardware that allows the toilet to function prop- 1. The College’s mission as a private residential educa- erly. This includes the procurement and replacement of • Failure to honor the freedom of students, staff and fac- tional institution establishes its identity as an inde- Exit sign: Procurement and installation of a single this hardware as well as all associated plumbing. ulty to investigate various belief systems and to make pendent community with a distinctive history and replacement unit. It includes all associated electrical their own decisions about those beliefs as well as their culture. rewiring and testing. These units must be UL-approved Faucet: Hardware needed to replace a sink/shower fau- freedom to decline invitations to such investigation. and meet the National Life Safety Code. cet. This includes all associated plumbing. 2. The Charter and By-Laws of the College charge the • Intruding, through unwanted visits, phone calls or faculty with responsibility for the welfare of students Door, fire: Typically a fire door cannot be repaired with- Baluster: The vertical spindle associated with a handrail. mailings, into residence halls, where students should and the conditions under which they are to live and out violating its UL rating. The door must be replaced as This price includes repairing three spindles (typically properly expect privacy, or into work areas, where learn. an assembly that includes the frame. It is assumed that when one is damaged the ones on either side of it are employees should properly expect freedom to perform all hardware has been undamaged and can be reused. weakened). It also includes all carpentry and painting. their duties without undue interference. 3. The College’s standards of conduct and the proce- This price includes the removal and procurement and dures for determining responsibility for misconduct replacement of a new assembly. This will also include Floor, tile: This includes the replacement of 12 square • Sending to campus mailboxes or e-mail accounts mail- reflect its particular mission and history. These stan- patching, repair and painting of the wall that must be feet of vinyl tile or 4 square feet of ceramic tile. This is ings that the recipient has clearly indicated that s/he dards and procedures do not attempt to duplicate civil reworked to accept the new rated assembly. These units typically the smallest area that can be replaced and still does not wish to receive; persisting in personal invita- and criminal legal processes, nor do they attempt to must be UL-approved and meet the National Life Safety be able to blend in. This includes the cost of the tile and tions of any kind to a group’s meetings or activities or substitute for them. As an institution structured to Code. the associated floor work. to private meetings with members of a group after the accomplish its stated educational mission, the College invitee has clearly expressed a desire not to participate has an independent interest in upholding standards of Door, interior: Replacement of the door and frame Floor, carpet: This includes the replacement of 4 square in that group’s life or activities. academic and social conduct, and these expectations repair. It is assumed that all hardware has been undam- yards of carpet. This is typically the smallest area that may differ from those found in society at large. The aged and can be reused. can be replaced and still be able to blend in. This • Soliciting membership for a religious organization by College is committed to fundamental fairness in its includes the cost of the carpet and the associated floor seeking to force or coerce any person, either physi- student conduct procedures. Door, exterior: Replacement of an exterior-grade replace- work. cally or psychologically, into affiliation with a religious ment and any associated frame repair. These doors tend organization or community. 4. By the action of matriculation and registration at to cost more because they must be able to handle Bates College, students voluntarily enter an educa- weather conditions. Most have glass and are either wood • Failure to identify the group’s and/or its representa- tional and residential community with standards of or insulated. It is assumed that all hardware has been tives’ religious affiliation and purposes to College offi- academic honesty and respect for persons and prop- undamaged and can be reused. The College Policies for Activities cials and to group members and potential members. erty. In choosing to enroll in the College, each student and Behaviors of Religious Groups becomes responsible in his/her conduct to those stan- Door hardware: Replacement of the lockset (lever/door- • Actions that by force or coercion (physical or psycho- dards as stated in the Student Conduct Code. knob, latch, lock) and a door closer. All hardware must and Professionals logical) cause students or employees to be absent from meet UL and Life Safety requirements. This cost includes campus. The College may address student academic and social any required door reworking, drilling and patching. Bates College, from its first charter in 1855, has stood misconduct through its own processes and apply for freedom of inquiry and belief. We have a long and • Engaging in behaviors that meet the definitions of sanctions governing the terms of membership in the Door lockset: Replacement of the lockset (lever/door- proud tradition of religious tolerance and a commit- sexual harassment and assault, as defined by the College. The College reserves the right to deal with knob, latch, lock). All hardware must meet UL and Life ment to the development of genuine religious pluralism. College’s policies and all applicable state and federal misconduct, whether or not law enforcement agencies Safety requirements. This cost includes any required Nothing in this policy should be construed to mean that laws; failure to abide by the College’s regulations and are involved and criminal charges may be pending. door reworking, drilling and patching. anyone has the right to amend, control or coerce the reli- policies as published in official College documents. gious beliefs of any member of the College community. Part I: Bates College Code of Student Conduct Door closer: Replacement of the door closer (the unit The purpose of the code is to express community that automatically closes the door, typically done for If religious groups engage in practices or behaviors that standards of honesty, respect for persons and property, are detrimental or injurious to students and others in code reasons). All hardware must meet UL and Life The College Code of Student and responsible use of freedom. The code reflects the Safety requirements. This cost includes any required the College or are clearly and demonstrably contrary to College’s mission and identity, and it exists to guide reworking, drilling and patching of the door. the essential purposes for which the College exists, the Conduct and Disciplinary Processes conduct, safeguarding and promoting the College’s edu- College has the right and duty to intervene to stop such cational activity. Door hinges: Replacement of two or three hinges associ- activity. When a person’s or group’s actions adversely Bates takes pride in the responsibility of its students and ated with most doors. All hardware must meet UL and affect public welfare, health or safety on the campus, the social and educational atmosphere of its campus. Each student is responsible for reading and reviewing Life Safety requirements. This cost also includes any such actions or behavior must not be allowed to con- the Code of Student Conduct, and for understanding the required reworking, drilling and patching of the door. tinue. The following list is intended to supply guidelines Bates College students are held responsible for their con- responsibilities s/he assumes by enrolling in the College. for practices and behavior related to religious organiza- duct at all times. Any student who engages in academic Door panic device: Otherwise known as a crash bar tions and their representatives and members on the Bates or social misconduct shall be subject to disciplinary It is important that students know where to turn when and used for egress as required by the Life Safety Code. College campus. action by appropriate officers of the College and/or the they have questions, and for the College to be confident This cost includes procurement of a unit that meets UL Student Conduct Committee. that those to whom they turn understand the student requirements and also includes the reworking of the Prohibited activities and behaviors include any action or conduct system. In addition to the language of the Code door to receive the new unit. These units typically have behavior that is harmful to the health, safety or welfare The College, in accordance with the procedures of the itself, the College makes available a variety of “live” interlocking internal hardware and are very difficult to of members of the Bates College community, including Academic Standing Committee and the Student Conduct resources: The Office of the Dean of Students, members install and adjust properly. but not limited to: Committee, reserves the right to withdraw from any of the faculty, the Judicial Educator, Junior Advisors and student the privilege of attending college at Bates. Resident Coordinators (JAs and RCs), and mediators. Sink, lavatory: Removal, procurement and installation • Actions that adversely affect the academic or vocation- Neither the College, nor any of its members, shall be If a student is in trouble, has a complaint and wants to of a new sink. It also assumes that the existing faucet al pursuits of students or the professional functioning under any liability whatsoever for such exclusion. know how to proceed, or simply has a general question can be reused. Also included is all plumbing and any of employees. about disciplinary policy, JAs and RCs should know wall patching or repair. enough about the standards of conduct and judicial pro- 58 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 59

cess at Bates to be able to provide helpful and accurate assistance beyond what is allowed, sharing materi- 1. Actions against persons 3. Dangerous or Disorderly Conduct answers. For more detailed information, students may als on assignments that are not collaborative (e.g., Conduct dangerous to self or others, or conduct that speak with the Judicial Educator, who has extensive bibliographies, research and laboratory experiments 2. Actions against property creates a disturbance or disrupts the ability of the familiarity with the student conduct process and who and reports), and copying answers from or providing College to carry on its essential functions may con- is prepared to explain it to students and faculty who answers to another student during an examination or 3. Dangerous or disorderly conduct stitute “dangerous or disorderly conduct.” In accor- become involved in any aspect of a disciplinary matter. in preparing a report or paper. dance with the Drug-Free Schools and Communities The Judicial Educator is not associated with the Dean of 4. Actions against the institution Act, the College’s standards of conduct prohibit the Students Office and does not determine any element of 3. Falsifying Data unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit a case, but serves as an independent, informed resource The collection and analysis of data are fundamental 5. Obstruction of the College’s judicial or disciplinary drugs and alcohol by students and employees, on the for students (see Part III, A.3., below). aspects of many types of research. Data may con- procedures College’s property or as part of any of its activities. sist of interview transcripts, narrative accounts, or A. Academic Misconduct qualitative and quantitative information collected for 1. Actions Against Persons Examples of dangerous or disorderly conduct Academic dishonesty, in whatever form, diminishes the purposes of research. It is the researcher’s responsibil- Conduct which involves force, threat of force, or include: integrity of education at the College. Such conduct is ity to insure that data are recorded and analyzed as intimidation directed at an individual or group of a serious offense, subject to stern disciplinary action. accurately as possible. Fabrication, misrepresentation individuals may constitute an “action against per- • Illegally possessing, using, or distributing any sched- Academic misconduct falls into three categories: plagia- or falsification of data, or practices that seriously sons.” uled drugs rism, cheating, and falsifying results or data. deviate from those that are commonly accepted in the Possession, distribution, or the use of illegal drugs academic community all may be considered academic Examples of actions against persons include: and narcotics, including amphetamines, marijuana, 1. Plagiarism misconduct. (This definition is in part borrowed from cocaine, heroin, and LSD, renders a student liable to The following Statement of Policy on Plagiarism was the Faculty Handbook, which cites National Institute • Assault disciplinary action, including confiscation of materi- adopted by the faculty in April 1975: of Health guidelines.) This includes unwanted physical contact, as well as als, disciplinary action up to and including dismissal, fighting and physical altercations. and/or referral to local police authorities. Intellectual honesty is fundamental to scholarship. B. Social Misconduct Accordingly, the College views plagiarism or cheating The College reserves the right to process cases of social • Sexual Assault • Violating the College’s alcohol policy of any kind in academic work as among the most seri- misconduct deemed to be in violation of the General (See p. 72 for description of Bates College Sexual Bates College observes all laws governing the use of ous offenses that a student can commit. Guide for Social Responsibility: Harassment Policy.) The College provides to each alcoholic beverages within the State of Maine and student a brochure describing how the terms “sexual does not condone violation of these laws by any Plagiarism occurs when one presents work which is Bates College students are held responsible for their con- harassment,” “sexual assault,” “rape,” “consent,” student at any time. Students are held personally taken from another person who is not given due cred- duct at all times. Any student who becomes disorderly, is and “force” are defined and acted upon within the responsible for complying with all aspects of Maine it. All students will be held responsible for carefully involved in any disturbance, interferes with the rights of College community. Within that document, the Maine laws and Bates alcohol policy. The prohibitions of the reading and following The Statement on Plagiarism others, damages property, or is individually or as a mem- State Statute is presented so that students are aware Bates Student Conduct Code and Maine law include, and A Guide to Source Acknowledgments, which ber of a group involved in unacceptable social behavior of the steps they may take outside of the College to but are not limited to, the following: defines plagiarism and discusses in detail the proper on or off campus shall be subject to disciplinary action prosecute sexual assault. and improper uses of source material. Students who by the Student Conduct Committee. 1. The sale of alcoholic beverages by any person who are uncertain in any specific situation as to whether • Hazing does not have a license to sell such beverages in full plagiarism may be involved should discuss the matter For purposes of handling disciplinary matters, a “stu- Following Ch. 159 of Maine Public Laws, 1983, Bates force and effect at the time of the sale; with their instructor. dent” is defined as someone who has matriculated and prohibits injurious hazing, defined as “any action or has not formally severed recognized-student status with situation which recklessly or intentionally endangers 2. The sale of alcoholic beverages by any person to a In order to insure equal and fair treatment for all the College. A student retains this status throughout the mental or physical health of a student. . . .” For person who has not attained the age of 21 years; students, instructors are expected to report to the his/her career at Bates, including academic terms, sched- example, hazing may occur when a group of students Dean of Students any cases of plagiarism where there uled vacations, summer months, periods of leave or requires or pressures newcomers to undergo actions 3. Consumption or purchase of alcoholic beverages by appears to be an intent to deceive, as well as cheating off-campus study. that tend to demean, embarrass, humiliate or other- any person who has not attained the age of 21 years; of any kind in student work. Absence of any obvious wise compromise the emotional or physical well-being attempt on the student’s part to acknowledge the The College reserves the right to investigate and disci- of the persons who perform them. Such behavior 4. The furnishing of, procurement of, or delivery of original source will be taken as prima facie evidence pline alleged misconduct even when it occurs off cam- includes coerced consumption of alcohol. alcoholic beverages to a person who has not attained of such an intent to deceive. If the evidence warrants, pus. The College usually will apply the code in instances the age of 21 years; the case will then be brought before the Committee on where the off-campus misconduct: 2. Actions Against Property Student Conduct for a hearing. Conduct which results in damage to property of 5. The furnishing of, procurement of, or delivery of 1. occurs in connection with a College-sponsored event another individual or of the College, or conduct alcoholic beverages to a person who is intoxicated; In instances involving questionable or faulty use of or when students are acting as representatives of the which improperly converts another’s property to source material where culpable motives may not be College, or personal use may constitute an “action against prop- 6. The presentation of any written or oral evidence of involved, the instructor should warn and advise the 2. directly affects another member of the Bates commu- erty.” age which is false, fraudulent, or not a person’s own student. At the beginning of each semester the instruc- nity, or for the purpose of ordering, purchasing, or attempting tor should discuss potential problems in the area 3. suggests a potential danger or threat to others. Examples of actions against property include: to purchase or otherwise procuring or attempting to of plagiarism as they apply to the particular course procure intoxicating liquor by a person who has not involved. General Categories of Social Misconduct • Theft attained the age of 21 years; Cases of social misconduct usually fall into one of sev- Specific reference to appropriate citations of resources eral general categories. While not exhaustive, the follow- • Damaging the property of another person or of the 7. Transportation by automobile within the state of are described in the Guide to Source Acknowledge- ing categories illustrate the expectations of the College College Maine of alcoholic beverages by any person who has ments. expressed in the General Guide for Social Responsibility, Students may be subject to disciplinary action for not attained the age of 21 years. and provide examples of misconduct subject to College damage to College property, including their own 2. Cheating discipline. Many of these categories, and the accompa- rooms, in addition to any money damages assessed by Violations of Maine law at reserved (“blue-slipped”) Cheating includes those forms of academic misconduct nying examples, may have a counterpart in the State of the College to repair such damage. College facilities or at scheduled events occur at that may not meet the definition of plagiarism, but nev- Maine Criminal Code. The stipulated definitions of state the risk of the individuals involved and are not the ertheless violate either recognized norms for academic and local criminal codes and the processes of the criminal • Illegally entering College facilities responsibility of the College. A brochure, Drugs and inquiry or specific norms identified by faculty for par- judicial system are not part of the Bates Code of Student Unauthorized possession, use, or duplication of Alcohol, Your Accountability and Responsibility at ticular assignments. Examples of cheating include, but Conduct. Addressing a violation of the College’s code of College keys or cards, passwords, or other means of Bates, is distributed to each student. It describes are not limited to, using materials not allowed during conduct does not exempt the individual from prosecution access. specific routines to use when “blue-slipping,” as well an examination (either in class or take-home), receiving by proper authorities under criminal or civil code. as reminding students of policies and guidelines for responsible behavior. 60 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 61

Violators of these policies may be subject to disciplinary user from violating the rights of other users. Students 1. The Dean calls students in for questioning at an ini- 6. The Dean of Students shall each year, or from time to action, including the revocation of the privilege of using who violate these standards for use of informa- tial stage of an investigation. Students are expected time as necessary, issue the names of faculty members, College facilities for such events and/or referral to the tion, network and computers may also be subject to cooperate with the Dean and must meet with the staff members, and students who have agreed to serve Deans of Students or Student Conduct Committee. The to disciplinary action by the Dean or the Student Dean when called upon to do so. as advisors to accused students when called upon to College reserves the right to involve law enforcement Conduct Committee. The Student Handbook pro- do so and the names of faculty members, staff mem- authorities and/or undertake legal proceedings against vides a detailed description of the responsibilities of 2. Any student called upon to provide information in bers, and students who have agreed to serve as advi- a student for the violation of this policy. users of the College’s computing resources. connection with a disciplinary matter may ask a cur- sors to accusing students when called upon to do so. rent member of the Bates College community (i.e., The College will also utilize its counseling resources to • Misrepresentation to gain access or use of a service students, faculty, staff) to serve as advisor, provided B. Procedures for Resolving Alleged Misconduct help students involved with drugs and alcohol. or facility that this individual is willing and available to serve at A formal hearing before the Student Conduct Committee the appropriate time (i.e., without significantly delay- is not the only method for resolving disputes between • Possessing a weapon on campus Violations may include lying in order to gain access to ing the investigation). The Dean of Students, annually members of the College community. The College pro- Weapons prohibited on campus include but are not a College building, office, lab and so on. or more frequently as needed, shall issue a general vides several methods for addressing alleged violations limited to firearms, ammunition, BB or pellet guns call to the College community, inviting faculty, staff, of the Code of Student Conduct. and slingshots. These items are forbidden except by 5. Obstruction of College Disciplinary Procedures and students to serve as advisors, and shall maintain permission of the Bates College Security Office, which Conduct which interferes with investigation of alleged a list of those willing to serve in this capacity. A stu- 1. Dorm or House Councils will register and store them. offenses, the process by which they are resolved, or dent may have an advisor present when s/he meets Student-run Dorm or House Councils are often their outcomes may constitute an “obstruction of with the Dean. At the point where an investigation appropriate venues for resolving some kinds of stu- • Conduct which may result in fire or explosion College disciplinary procedures.” of major misconduct focuses on an individual student misconduct, especially issues related to daily Possessing or producing explosives and setting fires dent as a probable violator of the Code, that student life in a dormitory. Examples include: minor cases of are prohibited. Any action that might cause a fire in Examples of obstruction of College disciplinary pro- should be told by the Dean of his/her right to have dorm damage, noise disputes, and misuse of housing a College building will be considered a serious offense cedures include: an advisor and be encouraged to use the advisor. The facilities. and may be met with disciplinary action, includ- student should at the same time be told that there are ing suspension or dismissal by the Student Conduct • Refusing to identify oneself to a College employee faculty members, staff members, or students ready to Dorm or House Councils should function as media- Committee. Firecrackers, flares and explosives are in the pursuit of his or her duty or to comply with serve as advisors to accused students who wish their tive bodies rather than punitive ones. They may prohibited on campus. Misuse of fire extinguishers appropriate instructions (e.g., refusing to provide service. Any time a student meets with the Dean, and attempt to resolve disputes and, if they are unsuccess- will incur a fine plus the cost of replacement and may your name or to disperse when asked to do so by the Dean is investigating that student for potential ful, elect to send a dispute to the Deans. For example, lead to disciplinary action. Setting off a false fire alarm campus Security.). disciplinary charges, the student should be informed the Dorm Council could determine how to allocate incurs a fine that increases for repeated incidents. of the nature of the meeting with the Dean. a dorm damage bill among two or more students • Refusing to appear before College administrators or believed to be responsible for damage. If the students • Disorderly conduct Security personnel charged with authority in matters 3. Students likely to serve as evidentiary witnesses are agree to the terms, they pay the bill. If the matter can- Conduct which infringes on the freedom and activi- of student conduct. also to be reminded of their right to have an advi- not be resolved, then it could be sent to the Deans. ties of others, or conduct which is disruptive, harass- sor when they meet with the Dean pursuant to an In extreme cases, a Dorm Council may recommend ing or a nuisance may constitute disorderly conduct. • Refusing to attend or to testify when called as a wit- investigation. In cases involving an allegation of to the Deans that a disciplinary hearing be held to ness in a Student Conduct Hearing. misconduct that falls into the category of “Actions determine whether a student has engaged in conduct • Conduct which disrupts normal operations of the Against Persons,” the accusing party is likely to be that warrants removing the student from campus College and/or impedes access to College facilities • Knowingly providing false information during any an evidentiary witness and should be encouraged to housing. phase of the student conduct process (including the seek an advisor. Accusing parties should be informed 4. Actions Against the Institution investigatory stage) or conspiring with others to do so. that there are faculty members, staff members, or The operation of Dorm or House Councils is subject Conduct which involves the unauthorized accessing students ready to serve as advisors to accusing parties to oversight by the Dean of Students Office. or alteration of documents and records controlled by • Harassing witnesses or others involved in the disci- who wish their services. The accusing party may be the College, including class papers and examinations, plinary process at any time during the student conduct another student or a College employee. In cases of 2. Dean’s Review may constitute an “action against the institution.” process, including the time during which any penalty an Action Against Persons, when the victim declines The Dean shall have authority to render decisions in is in effect. to be a witness or an accusing party, the Dean of minor cases of misconduct. The Dean may refer any Examples of actions against the institution include: Students may nevertheless proceed with a charge of case to the Student Conduct Committee. • Violating the terms of any sanction imposed by appro- misconduct if sufficient evidence, independent of the • Altering a College ID priate authority (e.g., the Dean of Students Office or victim’s testimony, exists to support the charge. In A minor case of misconduct is any case wherein, in the Student Conduct Committee) in a disciplinary such cases there will be no accusing party. Examples the judgment of the Dean, appropriate disciplinary • Tampering with College documents or records by matter. of sufficient independent evidence may include cir- action if taken would involve only some form of hand cumstances in which (a) there is sufficient testimony censure or required action (as explained in Section Part II: Disciplinary Process from an eyewitness other than the victim or (b) there C below). These penalties may include, but are not • Information, network, computer, and telephone viola- is authentic videotape evidence which identifies the limited to, letters to a student’s file, loss of various tions A. Investigation of Complaints Alleging Misconduct perpetrator and the victim and depicts the act or acts privileges, referral to counseling, community service, All reports of misconduct shall be referred to the Dean of misconduct. or removal of a student from College housing or din- Violations may include improperly accessing, or of Students, who shall have the authority to investigate ing. changing access to, or improperly changing informa- such reports and to bring charges against students. 4. The Dean should provide the accused student (and tion on or removing information from another’s com- (The term “Dean of Students” or “Dean” here and the accusing party in cases alleging Actions Against The “Dean’s Review” method of resolution is not a puter or telephone. “Violations of authorial integrity throughout this document include any Associate Deans Persons) with another copy of the student conduct formal hearing. Rather, it provides an opportunity including plagiarism, invasion of privacy, unauthor- of Students or any Assistant Dean of Students.) Before procedures. for a student accused of minor misconduct to meet ized access, and trade secret and copyright violations, bringing a charge against a student, the Dean of Students with the Dean, discuss the allegations of misconduct, may be grounds for sanctions against members of the shall conduct such investigation into the facts and cir- 5. While the Dean is preparing to bring charges against and have the Dean determine the appropriate penalty. academic community.” (From Using Software, pub- cumstances of the reported misconduct as may be neces- a particular student in a case that will go to the Any student called upon to speak to the Deans in con- lished by EDUCOM. Used with permission.) sary, at a minimum, to establish that there is reasonable Student Conduct Committee (SCC), the student and nection with a disciplinary matter may ask another cause to believe that (1) there has been a violation of the his/her advisor should be encouraged to meet with member of the current Bates College community to Any user who either accesses information to which Student Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Procedures the Judicial Educator, who explains the disciplinary serve as his or her advisor (see Part III, A.1., below). they have no right or uses an excessive amount of and (2) a particular student has committed that viola- process (see Part III, A.3.). The student bears the system resources is acting in an unethical manner. tion. The Dean of Students may conduct such additional responsibility for deciding whether and when to exer- The decision in a minor case of misconduct shall Information and Library Services reserves the right investigation as the Dean may deem necessary to deter- cise this right to meet with the Judicial Educator. not be recorded on the student’s permanent record, to take whatever actions are necessary to prevent a mine the pertinent facts of the matter at hand. 62 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 63

but will remain in the student’s confidential file until If all parties agree to mediation, they are provided The SCC deliberates in closed session to determine necessary that he or she recuse himself or her- graduation. The Dean shall send the student a letter with a list of available trained mediators, and they whether a violation of College policy has occurred. self from the hearing. Individual members may identifying the misconduct, stating the Dean’s decision are given an opportunity to cross names off this list. The Committee also decides what penalties are to be consult with the Committee as they deliberate regarding penalties, and notifying the student of the If more than one name remains on both students’ lists, imposed. about whether or not to recuse themselves. Either right to appeal to the Student Conduct Committee. the mediator can be chosen by mutual consent of the Co-Chair may recuse himself or herself earlier in parties to mediation or by rotating service among the a. Composition and Training of the SCC the process, when he or she first learns who the If the Dean makes a decision in a minor case of mis- mediators. If the parties to mediation find none of 1. The SCC is composed of four voting student parties in the case are and what the charge is, conduct that the student accused of misconduct feels the available mediators acceptable, this is equivalent members, four voting faculty members, an addi- or at any time thereafter. If a Co-Chair recuses is unjustified, that student may appeal the decision to to refusing mediation. Once the mediator is assigned, tional member of the faculty serving as Co-Chair, himself or herself, the Vice-Chair will serve as the Student Conduct Committee. The student appeal- the Dean sends a letter of conveyance to the mediator and an additional student serving as Co-Chair. Co-Chair for the hearing. Actual bias exists when ing the decision must submit the appeal in writing to confirming that the parties have agreed to mediation The Co-Chairs will vote at the hearing only in a member cannot fairly and impartially render the Co-Chairs of the SCC within two class days from and setting forth briefly the basic issue or situation to the case of a tie. The most senior member of the a decision or settle upon an appropriate penalty the time at which the original decision was communi- be addressed. four voting faculty members (as determined by should the accused be found to have engaged cated to him or her by the Dean. The Committee will term of service as it appears in the current Bates in misconduct. Having an accused or accusing The mediation process itself is confidential. During act on this appeal using the full procedures outlined College Catalog) shall serve as Vice-Chair and student in one’s class is not, on its face, reason for mediation, the mediator may meet privately with either herein. The Committee may affirm, reverse, or oth- shall cast a deciding vote on any ruling required recusing oneself. Nor is social acquaintance with party (and their advisors). Such conversations are erwise modify the original decision of the Dean. In by the Co-Chairs before or during a hearing the individual. Nor is the mere fact that a member strictly confidential. Should mediation fail and an SCC such cases, the information obtained at the Dean’s hearing subsequently be held, none of the parties to the when the Co-Chairs are in disagreement. Faculty has sat on another hearing panel in which a party Review would be admissible at the Student Conduct mediation (including the mediator) may testify about Committee members are selected by the Faculty to the present case was accused, the accuser, a Committee hearing. statements made by another party during mediation. Committee on Committees and Governance and witness or an advisor, or in another hearing on the appointed by the President. Student Committee same matter as the case at hand. If, for any rea- When the Dean makes a decision in a minor case, the Terms of the mediation agreement do not include let- members are elected by the Bates College Student son that cannot be resolved by rescheduling the Dean shall provide the Co-Chairs of the SCC with a ters of censure, probation, suspension or dismissal. Government, following recommendations from the hearing, the SCC lacks a quorum to hear a case, report of the case and its disposition. The Co-Chairs BCSG Committee on Committees. Every member the Co-Chairs shall so advise the President. The may bring the case to the Committee for discussion. If mediation is successful, both parties sign the agree- hears cases brought before the Committee unless President shall thereupon appoint replacements ment and the matter is considered resolved. The terms a member is excused or recused. A quorum for from the faculty and the student body, as needed The accused student retains the right to insist on a of the mediated agreement are kept on file with the a hearing is six Committee members. Ordinarily, to maintain the intended composition of the SCC, hearing before the Student Conduct Committee. Dean in the event a dispute arises in the future over a member must be in attendance throughout a to hear the case. enforcement of its provisions. Either student can bring hearing and may not join a hearing already in 3. Mediation the other’s failure to abide by the agreement’s terms to progress. 3. The College offers a training process and an Some cases now brought before the Student Conduct the attention of the Dean. The Dean determines the orientation for the SCC to better prepare its Committee involving disputes between two individual appropriate method of resolving the alleged abridg- If a student is entitled to another hearing after a members to hear cases. This process is designed students could be better-served by a less adversarial ment: the Dean may resolve it, bring it back to the successful appeal, the President shall appoint a to assure the community that the members of approach than a hearing before the SCC. mediator for clarification and/or renegotiation, or special, ad hoc panel from the faculty and student the SCC have a full understanding of the Code refer it to the SCC. body consisting of four voting student members, of Student Conduct and of the scope of the Mediation may be made available by the Dean when four voting faculty members, a faculty Co-Chair, Committee’s authority. This training should also all of the following conditions are met: If the mediator determines that the process has irre- and a student Co-Chair, to hear the case. The include acquaintance with sentencing precedent. mediably broken down and an agreement cannot be special ad hoc panel shall hear the case in con- Before deliberating on the penalty for a particular • The case involves social misconduct. Mediation is not reached between the parties, then the case is sent back formity with the Code of Student Conduct in all case, the SCC must be aware of the kinds of pen- available in cases involving academic misconduct. to the Dean and the Dean determines whether to bring applicable respects. alties used in prior cases of a similar nature. The the case to SCC, to resolve it with a Dean’s Review or SCC is certainly not bound by such precedent, • The investigation of the case has been carried far to take no further action at this time. 2. The accused student and the accusing party (in but this information provides important guidance. enough for the Dean to have sufficient information cases alleging Actions Against Persons) may peti- SCC training shall also stress the importance of 4. Student Conduct Committee to bring the matter to a Student Conduct Committee tion the Co-Chairs of the SCC at a pre-hearing confidentiality by all parties. Cases of misconduct that are not resolved by Dorm hearing or a Dean’s Review. This ensures that if the conference to remove, on the basis of actual bias, Councils or Mediation and are more serious than parties are not able to complete mediation success- any standing SCC member from the upcoming 4. Each member of the SCC shall also receive train- can be resolved by a Dean’s Review are heard by the fully, the Dean is prepared to move forward if he or Student Conduct Committee (SCC). All major cases hearing (on the pre-hearing conference, see b.4 ing on the topics of (i) racial harassment and she chooses to do so. of misconduct shall be referred by the Dean to the below). Opposition to any member’s participa- assault, and (ii) sexual harassment and assault. Student Conduct Committee. A major case of miscon- tion must be based on a specific and actual bias No member of the SCC may hear a case that con- • The Dean, in consultation with the Co-Chairs of the duct is any case wherein, in the judgment of the Dean, related to the individual or to the event in ques- cerns these matters until they have completed this Student Conduct Committee, approves sending the appropriate disciplinary action if taken might involve tion. Challenges must be made at the pre-hearing training. case to mediation. probation, suspension or dismissal. The SCC may conference with the Co-Chairs of the SCC. The make use of any of the penalties in Section C below. decision whether to remove a Committee member b. SCC Hearing • Both parties agree to mediate their dispute. Each party from a hearing panel is at the sole discretion of All authority for further deliberation and judg- has two class days to decide whether s/he is willing to The SCC is charged with the authority to hold hear- the Co-Chairs. A Committee member should be ment in cases referred by the Dean to the Student engage in mediation. ings, to determine whether or not a violation of removed from a panel only when, in the judgment Conduct Committee rests with that Committee. The College policy has occurred, and to mete out appro- of the Co-Chairs, the member’s presence would Dean will aid the Committee in further investiga- • A mediator meets with each party to determine open- priate penalties. seriously compromise the fairness of a hearing. tions that the Committee might authorize. ness to mediation and whether mediation is being If bias is alleged against either of the Co-Chairs, entered into voluntarily. Students whose misconduct is addressed through then the Dean of the Faculty will rule on removing The Student Conduct Committee conducts its inqui- an SCC hearing have an opportunity to offer their the Co-Chair(s) from the hearing panel. If a Co- ry and deliberations through a two-step process: (i) In a case where mediation is offered, the students account of the events in question and can provide the Chair is removed, the Vice-Chair will serve as Co- a closed hearing, during which all evidence upon involved in the case must be made aware of whether the Committee with relevant information which might Chair for the hearing. Members of the SCC shall which the Committee will base its subsequent Dean considers the matter to be a violation of College explain the conduct. The Committee may also hear recuse themselves from a hearing if they have a decisions shall be introduced; and (ii) a closed policy, as well as whether the matter would likely be from several types of additional witnesses, described specific and actual bias related to the individual or Committee session during which the evidence intro- resolved by a Dean’s Review or by the Student Conduct below in b.5. Students charged with misconduct have event in question. At the hearing, after members duced at the hearing shall be considered by the Committee. The Dean informs the student against an opportunity to respond to information provided by of the SCC in attendance have been informed who Committee, and during which both a decision whom the grievance has been brought of the nature of others at the hearing. the parties in the hearing are, who the witnesses regarding student involvement in the alleged mis- the matter to be addressed during mediation. in the hearing will be, and what the charge is, the conduct and a decision regarding disciplinary action Co-Chairs shall inquire if any member thinks it shall be reached. 64 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 65

Students called to testify as witnesses in Student case of Actions Against Persons, the accusing to have direct knowledge of events and circum- Co-Chairs conclude that adding the witness at Conduct hearings are required to testify and to student, may request that an alternative time stances relevant to the case, be that knowledge that particular juncture in the process would not do so truthfully. An accused student, any accusing period be specified by the Co-Chairs of the favorable or unfavorable as regards the accused. unfairly burden other parties preparing for the students, or any prospective witness may ask the Student Conduct Committee. The Co-Chairs The Dean of Students will also indicate to the hearing. Co-Chairs to relieve him or her of the obligation may then set an alternative time period within Co-Chairs any of those potential witnesses the to testify. The Co-Chairs of the Student Conduct which the hearing is to be held. In the case of Dean deems so redundant in the information they 7. On the morning of the SCC hearing, the Co- Committee may relieve an individual of the obli- charges brought very late in a semester, or under have to offer as to be not needed in the hearing. Chairs of the Student Conduct Committee shall gation to testify if the Co-Chairs judge that the other circumstances, the Co-Chairs might even The Co-Chairs of the SCC will call, inter alia, issue to the accused student and the accusing person’s reason for being relieved is a reasonable postpone a hearing into a subsequent semester. each witness whom the Dean names as not exces- student in cases alleging Actions Against Persons, concern about self-incrimination in a pending or In deciding whether to honor such a request, the sively redundant, so long as the Dean of Students the final list of witnesses who will appear at the potential criminal matter. When an individual is so Co-Chairs shall consider (i) the health, safety, and establishes, to the satisfaction of the Co-Chairs of hearing. This final witness list shall be made relieved, the Student Conduct Committee members educational progress of all involved, including the SCC, a prima facie explanation for how that available at the office of the Dean of Students, are to draw no inferences from the individual’s the College community, (ii) the complexity of the proposed witness might have direct knowledge and it shall be the responsibility of the accused choice not to testify or from the Co-Chairs’ decision case, (iii) the likelihood that delay or hastening of events and circumstances relevant to the case. and, if applicable, accusing students to pick up to relieve the individual from testifying. would markedly serve the cause of fairness. The The Co-Chairs of the SCC should be notified in the list at the time. Names may be added to the President has the authority to cause a case to advance of the hearing, preferably at the pre- witness list after this time, if the Co-Chairs judge The Co-Chairs of the Student Conduct Committee be heard earlier or later in exceptional circum- hearing conferences, whom parties wish called that their testimony will be helpful to the SCC. may request the Dean of Students to begin disci- stances. to give witness. The accused student and any plinary procedures against any student who refuses accusing party, in cases alleging Actions Against 8. A student accused of misconduct who has been when called to testify in a Student Conduct hearing. 4. Prior to the hearing, the Co-Chairs of the Persons, may each propose to the Co-Chairs that properly notified of the Committee hearing and If a witness declines to testify prior to a hearing, or Committee meet with the accused student to the Committee call one character witness. The who fails to appear shall be considered to have if a witness, after being called by the Co-Chairs of assure the student’s understanding of his or her Co-Chairs shall call any proposed character wit- waived the right to be heard by the Committee, the Student Conduct Committee, unjustifiably fails rights and of the pending procedures. The Co- ness, so long as the proposed witness is a member and the hearing may proceed without him or her. to appear for or refuses to testify during a hear- Chairs also meet separately with the accusing of the Bates community. The Co-Chairs will call ing, the Co-Chairs may proceed with the hearing party in cases involving allegations of Actions specific evidentiary witnesses at the request of the 9. The student may be accompanied to the hearing without the witness’s testimony, may adjourn the Against Persons. These “pre-hearing conferences” accused and, in cases alleging Actions Against by an advisor from within the Bates community hearing, or may take such other measures which, in have several functions: to hear challenges to SCC Persons, at the request of accusing students, sub- (see Part III, A.1.). the Co-Chairs’ discretion, are necessary to serve the hearing panel composition based on actual bias ject only to the provisos noted below. interests of justice. (see subsection a.2 above), to answer questions 10. The hearing shall be private. Only the members regarding the hearing process, to provide lists Evidentiary witnesses identified at the pre-hear- of the Committee, the Dean, the accused student 1. In cases referred to the SCC, the Dean informs of potential witnesses to the Co-Chairs, and to ing as potential witnesses by the accused student and his/her advisor are present. Witnesses may the student in writing of the charge, with the allow the Co-Chairs to preview the scope of wit- or any accusing party will be called by the Co- be present only as they are called to testify. An alleged misconduct stated with sufficient specific- ness testimony. Decisions regarding each of these Chairs of the SCC, provided that (i) the party accusing party in cases alleging Actions Against ity to allow the student to prepare to answer the issues are at the sole discretion of the Co-Chairs. wishing a witness be called establishes, to the Persons, and his/her advisor, may be present charge. The statement of the principal charge In cases of alleged Actions Against Persons, when satisfaction of the Co-Chairs of the SCC, a prima during any testimony which relates directly to shall be deemed to include all lesser offenses, all pre-hearings have been held, the Co-Chairs of facie explanation for how that proposed witness him/her. Discretion on these matters rests with if any, which constitute elements of the stated the SCC will share with the accused student and might have direct knowledge of events and cir- the Co-Chairs of the Committee. offense. At this time the Dean shall also deliver any accusing students, a list of all potential wit- cumstances relevant to the case, and (ii) if the list to the accused student and in cases of Actions nesses identified in the pre-hearings. of evidentiary witnesses proposed by any party 11. Each member of the Committee and the Dean Against Persons, to the accusing student, a copy exceeds six, the party wishing a witness to be shall have the opportunity to question all wit- of the investigative file, which may include a 5. There are two types of witnesses who may be called establishes, to the satisfaction of the Co- nesses. The accused student may question all wit- statement of the facts, dates, times, and events called to testify at an SCC hearing: “evidentia- Chairs of the SCC, a prima facie explanation for nesses through the Co-Chairs. In cases alleging relevant to the charge, a list of persons having ry” and “character.” Evidentiary witnesses have why that specific witness is not redundant, given Actions Against Persons, the accusing party may knowledge of the case, their statements and/or direct, i.e., first-hand, knowledge of events and other witnesses. The Co-Chairs will exercise their also question witnesses through the Co-Chairs interview notes pertaining to their statements, on circumstances relevant to the case. Character wit- judgment about the adequacy of such explana- when testimony relates to that student. The Co- hand at that time. Any additional information nesses testify regarding the character of the per- tions so as to protect the integrity and effective Chairs may instruct a student or witness not to relevant to the charge which emerges after this son who has requested their appearance (either functioning of the SCC; considerable latitude will answer questions which the Co-Chairs deem to initial delivery of the investigative file will be the accused student or an accusing party in cases be allowed accused students and accusing parties be irrelevant or improper. furnished by the Dean to the accused, and in the alleging Actions Against Persons). Character wit- in the identification of evidentiary witnesses. case of Actions Against Persons, to the accusing nesses must be members of the Bates community 12. At the conclusion of all testimony and state- student, as soon as reasonably possible after its (i.e., current student, faculty, or staff). Evidentiary Evidentiary witnesses identified only after the ments, the Committee meets in closed session to receipt by the Dean of Students. witnesses may be accompanied to the hearing by pre-hearing as potential witnesses by the accused determine whether or not the student accused of an advisor from within the Bates community. student or any accusing party will be called by misconduct has violated the Code as charged or by 2. In cases appealed from a Dean’s Review to the the Co-Chairs of the SCC, subject to three pro- having committed a lesser offense included within SCC, the student is informed in writing of the 6. All witnesses are called by the Co-Chairs of the visos: (i) the party wishing the witness be called the offense charged. For the Committee to find a Co-Chairs’ understanding of the Dean’s original Student Conduct Committee. All such witnesses establishes, to the satisfaction of the Co-Chairs violation of the Code, this Committee must deter- decision. This notice originates from the Co- are notified by the Dean of the time and place of the SCC, a prima facie explanation for how mine that the offense charged has been established Chairs of the Student Conduct Committee. The of the hearing. If the Dean of Students learns that proposed witness might have direct knowl- by a preponderance of the evidence. “To establish Committee acts on the appeal using the full that a called witness is unlikely to appear at a edge of events and circumstances relevant to the by a preponderance of the evidence” means to procedures outlined below. The SCC may affirm, Student Conduct hearing, the Dean shall notify case (The Co-Chairs will exercise their judgment prove that something is more likely than not. reverse or otherwise modify the original decision the accused, and, in the case of alleged Actions about the adequacy of such explanations so as The Dean is not present during the Committee’s from the Dean’s Review. Against Persons, the accusing student, that the to protect the integrity and effective functioning deliberation and its vote. Individual cases should witness seems unlikely to attend. Any student of the SCC; considerable latitude will be allowed be heard on their own merits and not be used to 3. The notice of a Student Conduct Committee with knowledge of alleged misconduct may pro- accused students and accusing parties in the set College policy, except as an incidental result of hearing also states the time and date of the hear- vide the Dean with names of possible evidentiary identification of evidentiary witnesses.); (ii) the the Committee’s decision. ing, which shall be held between two and five witnesses. The Dean of Students will provide the Co-Chairs conclude that the proposed witness’ class days from the time of notification. The Co-Chairs of the SCC with a list of potential testimony will be helpful to the SCC; and (iii) the Dean of Students, an accused student, or, in the evidentiary witnesses whom the Dean has found 66 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 67

13. If the Committee finds that a violation of the c. Disposition of a Charge Without Hearing Nothing contained in this subsection titled In order to inform the College community about Code has occurred, it continues to meet in closed At any time after an accused student has received “Disposition of a Charge Without Hearing” matters of student discipline, however, the follow- session to determine the penalty. During penalty a written statement of the charge under Section is intended to limit the Dean’s investigation of ing information, excluding all references personally deliberation the Dean may be called back to pro- II.B.4.b.1 but before hearing on the charge begins the matter at hand. In particular, even though identifying the individuals involved in a case, will vide non-evidentiary information as requested before the Student Conduct Committee, the accused the statements of an accused student made at be made available for inspection to the College by the Committee. The Dean will present and student may elect to seek disposition of the charge a disposition review meeting are not them- community: the Committee will only consider evidence of without hearing by the Student Conduct Committee. selves admissible in a hearing before the Student charges adjudicated by Dean’s Review or Student Such a disposition without hearing may be achieved Conduct Committee, the Dean may nevertheless 1. The formal charge and decision of the Student Conduct Committee decision and the Dean will in either of two ways: use information contained in those statements Conduct Committee; not participate in or make recommendations to guide further investigation of the matter. concerning penalties discussed and/or voted on 1. Disposition by Agreement Evidence gathered in such further investigation 2. A file of cases heard by the Student Conduct by the Committee. The student accused of mis- The accused student may seek resolution of a will be admissible in the subsequent Student Committee maintained by the Dean, in coop- conduct and his/her advisor may be present at the pending charge by asking the Dean of Students to Conduct Committee hearing. eration with the Co-Chairs of the SCC, which initial stage of the penalty deliberation to respond recommend a disposition. The Dean of Students, shall include formal charges, decisions of the to non-evidentiary information provided by the after consulting with the accusing student (if 2. Disposition by Withdrawal Committee, and any penalties imposed. In Dean to the Committee from the student’s file. any) and any other affected person(s) and after An accused student has the right to withdraw appealed cases, actions taken by the ad hoc The Committee may ask questions of the student considering what result would be in the best from the College at any time, rather than proceed Appeals Panel shall also be included; and based on the information conveyed from the file interest of the College, shall then propose a final to hearing before and decision by the Student or the student’s response to that information. disposition of the charge. If the accused student Conduct Committee. The accused student shall 3. A report by the Co-Chairs of the Student agrees to the disposition proposed by the Dean, notify the Dean of Students of his/her decision to Conduct Committee to the Faculty (which shall 14. When a student is found to have violated the con- the Dean shall give notice of the proposed dispo- withdraw from the College. The withdrawal must be made at the last regular Faculty meeting of duct code, the Co-Chairs of the SCC shall orally sition to the accusing student and other affected be effective immediately or on a date approved each semester) on all action taken by the SCC convey to the student the Committee’s rationale persons and shall apply to the Co-Chairs of the by the Dean of Students. A student who elects since the preceding report. for its decisions with regard both to the violation Student Conduct Committee for approval of to withdraw from the College while charges are and to the penalty. the proposed disposition. The Co-Chairs shall pending before the Student Conduct Committee Information contained in items 1, 2, 3, excluding thereupon schedule a disposition review meet- shall have no right to apply for readmission. In all references personally identifying the individu- 15. Decisions of the Committee on Student Conduct ing as soon as possible to consider the proposed exceptional circumstances, however, the Dean als involved in a case, may be published in The shall be final, subject only to appeal by the disposition and shall give notice of the place and of Students may grant permission to apply for Bates Student. accused student. time of that meeting to the Dean of Students, the readmission to a withdrawing or withdrawn accused student, and the accusing student. student. If such special permission is granted, The Dean shall be exempt from the rule of con- 16. Any action decided upon by the Committee shall readmission will not be automatic and may fidentiality in responding to inquiries meeting take effect two class days after the decision is The Dean of Students and the accused stu- be denied or offered subject to such terms and any of the exceptions contained in 34 C.F.R. made unless otherwise stated by the Committee, dent shall attend the disposition review meeting conditions as the Dean may deem to be appropri- §99.31, issued pursuant to authority of the or unless the Committee decision is appealed. called by the Co-Chairs of the Student Conduct ate. The transcript of a student who withdraws Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (20 Committee. The accused student’s advisor and under these circumstances shall contain the nota- U.S.C. §1232(g)), as may from time to time be 17. The Co-Chairs of the SCC shall ensure that support person, if any, the accusing student, and tion “Voluntary withdrawal with disciplinary applicable.” for every SCC hearing a professional secretary the accusing student’s advisor and support per- charges pending.” An accused student exercising shall take detailed notes and that an audiotape son, if any, shall have the right but shall not be his or her right to withdraw voluntarily under e. The Dean’s Role Post-Hearing recording is made of all portions of the hear- obliged to attend. The disposition review meeting this subsection must, as a requirement of such After a disciplinary matter has been resolved by the ing at which the accused student is entitled to shall be private. Only the Co-Chairs, the Dean of withdrawal, execute and deliver to the Dean of Student Conduct Committee, the Deans are often be present. These notes shall be reviewed by Students, the accused student, the accusing stu- Students, on a form provided by the Dean, a called upon to continue their involvement in a the Co-Chairs of the SCC, who shall amend dent, their advisors, their support persons, and a written statement confirming (a) the student’s case. the notes as they deem necessary to ensure an secretary, may be present. The secretary shall take voluntary withdrawal with disciplinary charges accurate record of the hearing. These notes, once detailed notes of the meeting. pending, (b) the date on which such withdrawal A student found by the Committee to have violated approved by the Co-Chairs of the SCC, together shall be effective, (c) the student’s acknowledge- the Code must abide by the penalties imposed by with the audiotape recording shall be the official At the meeting the Co-Chairs will inquire into the ment that his or her official college transcript the Committee. Failure to abide by the terms of record of the hearing. The office of the Dean proposed disposition and the facts and circum- will thereafter bear the notation “Voluntary SCC penalties should be brought to the attention of Students shall have custody of the audiotape stances supporting the charge. If the Co-Chairs, withdrawal with disciplinary charges pending,” of the Dean for investigation and possible further recording and official notes of every SCC hear- after inquiry of those attending the meeting, deter- and (d) any terms and conditions of his or her disciplinary action. Any penalty imposed by a Dorm ing and shall maintain this material in a secure mine that the proposed disposition is fair, appro- withdrawal. Council or Dean’s Review, and any terms/conditions location for a period of not less than seven (7) priate, and in the best interest of the College, the of Mediation, are similarly enforceable. If a student years after the last date of the hearing. The offi- Co-Chairs shall approve the proposed disposition, There shall be no right of appeal from a disposi- has appealed his/her penalty as imposed by the cial notes and the audiotape of an SCC hearing and shall prepare a written statement of the dis- tion (a) by agreement or (b) by withdrawal, and SCC, any prohibitions against contact between the will be made available to an appealing student position and its approval. The disposition, once all such dispositions shall be final. The Dean of accused student and any other witnesses remain in and/or to members of the ad hoc Appeal Panel approved by the Co-Chairs, shall have the same Students shall inform an accused student that these place. The student should refrain from contact with only under controlled circumstances assuring force and effect as a decision and penalty imposed options for disposition of a charge without hearing any members of the SCC and the Appeals Panel. that the official notes and the audiotape cannot by the Student Conduct Committee and shall are available at the time of giving written statement Any attempt to influence or intimidate should result be lost or altered. A partial or complete tran- become effective immediately. of the charge to the accused student under Section in investigation and further disciplinary action. script of an audiotape will be prepared under II.B.4.b.1. supervision of the Dean of Students either (a) at If the Co-Chairs do not approve the disposition, In most cases, the Office of the Dean of Students the expense of an accused student who requires a the charge shall be heard by the Student Conduct d. “Statement on Confidentiality and Public Reporting releases information on the charge and decision transcript for appeal under Section II.D. or (b) at Committee. Any statement made by an accused All participants to a disciplinary hearing are of the Committee to the campus community via the expense of the College if the ad hoc Appeal student at a disposition review meeting cannot, reminded of their obligation to maintain confiden- The Bates Student. In some instances, for example Panel convened under Section II.D. requests such in itself, be entered as evidence at a subsequent tiality. The names of individuals involved in a case where a case involves situations or charges which a transcript. Transcripts shall be confidential, SCC hearing on the charge considered in the as well as all pre-hearing proceedings, testimony, have not been brought before the SCC in the past, and upon conclusion of any Appeal all tran- disposition review meeting. evidence, deliberations and discussion shall remain the Committee may choose to issue an explanation scripts (and any copies made) must be returned confidential. Similarly, the hearing record and all of the general policy which was followed in coming to the Dean of Students. proceedings on appeal are confidential. to their decision in the case. The Student Conduct 68 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 69

Committee is restricted from speaking about the 3. Disciplinary Probation. The term “disciplinary pro- 3. The Co-Chairs of the Student Conduct Committee 8. The decision of the ad hoc Appeals Panel is the final specific details of any case by confidentiality rules bation” means that a penalty of suspension or provide a written statement to the ad hoc Appeals decision of the College on the matter. which protect the privacy of all students involved dismissal is held in abeyance and will take effect Panel, approved by the Committee, which sets forth in the case. The function of educating the student only after the Committee finds that the student has the rationale for the Committee’s decision in the case 9. The President, through the Dean of Students, shall body regarding the rules and obligations of student committed a further offense. If a student already on now being appealed. This statement should present notify the student of the outcome of the appeal. life is essentially the responsibility of the Dean of disciplinary probation comes before the Committee the rationale both for the finding that the student Students Office and takes place outside the context for a second case of misconduct and is found to have violated the Code as charged and for the Committee’s 10. The President shall report to the faculty on action of specific case hearings. violated the Code of Student Conduct again, the first decision on penalty. taken by the ad hoc Appeals Panel. Ordinarily this penalty held in abeyance now goes into effect. The is done at the next faculty meeting subsequent to a f. Status of Student During the Disciplinary Process Committee also may take additional action on the 4. Any time the President is absent, the Dean of the decision. Pending a hearing or appeal, the status of a student second offense. Disciplinary probation is not recorded Faculty may act in his/her place for purposes of the accused of misconduct shall not be altered, nor on the student’s permanent record, but will remain in appeals process. In this case, the Dean of Faculty E. Time shall his/her right to be present on campus or attend the student’s confidential file until graduation. appoints one member of the faculty to serve on the Any time period, deadline, or date prescribed by this classes be suspended, except as deemed necessary ad hoc Appeals Panel. When the Dean of Faculty is Code may be changed or modified on request of the by the President (or his/her designee) to insure the 4. Suspension. The Committee may suspend a student absent, the President may appoint a member of the Dean of Students, an accused student, or, in the case of physical and/or emotional safety of the members for a specified period of time, or indefinitely. The Faculty or Administration to act in his/her place. of the College community or to protect College Actions Against Persons, the accusing student, by the Committee also may impose conditions to a student’s property. However, during this time the Dean may Co-Chairs of the Student Conduct Committee. In decid- impose on the accused student prohibitions against readmission to the College. A student who is sus- 5. Upon receipt of an appeal the President establishes ing whether to honor such a request, the Co-Chairs shall contact with an accusing party, other witnesses, or pended must leave the campus and may not return a seven-member ad hoc Appeals Panel constituted consider (i) the health, safety, and education progress of certain other members of the Bates community. until the suspension is revoked. Unless otherwise as follows: all involved including the College community, (ii) the specified, the suspension goes into effect immediately complexity of the case, (iii) the likelihood that delay or C. Disciplinary Actions (within two class days) and the student is dropped a. The President hastening would markedly serve the cause of fairness. from all courses. In some cases, the Committee may The normal actions taken on student misconduct are The President shall also have authority to cause a case to decide to defer the suspension until the end of the b. The Dean of the Faculty as follows: be heard earlier or later in exceptional circumstances. semester. Any student who is suspended must return his or her College I.D. to the Dean of Students Office. c. Three faculty members: one, selected by the 1. Censure. Penalties involving censure are available to Part III: Resources, Rights, and Responsibilities Suspension will be noted on the student’s official tran- Committee on Committees and Governance and the Dean at a Dean’s Review, as well as to the Student script, but only during the time that it is in effect. approved by the President, who will serve for the Conduct Committee. The term “censure” applies to a A. Resource Persons year as the standing faculty member on all appeals variety of actions resulting in loss of privileges and/or 1. Advisor 5. Dismissal. The Committee may dismiss (i.e., expel) committees, a second chosen by the appellant letters to a student’s file and may include any one or Any student called upon to provide information in a student. This severs with finality a student’s con- student, a third chosen by the other two faculty any combination of the following actions: connection with a disciplinary matter may ask a cur- nection with the College. Dismissal will be noted on members in consultation; and two students elected rent member of the Bates College community (i.e., the student’s permanent record and on the student’s by the Bates College Student Government who will a. Loss of the privilege of participating in any public students, faculty, staff) to serve as advisor, providing official transcript. serve for the year as the standing student members function (e.g., literary, dramatic, forensic, radio, that this individual is willing and available to serve on all appeals committees. The President shall be television, musical, or athletic) wherein the partici- at the appropriate time (i.e., without significantly In determining appropriate penalties, the Student the Chair of the ad hoc Appeals Panel. No faculty pant will be thought of as a representative of Bates delaying the investigation and/or hearing). It is up to Conduct Committee may well decide that some or student member who has been involved in any College; the student to decide whether and when s/he wants combination of these penalties should be imposed. way in the original SCC hearing shall be a member an advisor present; the student may choose not to The Committee’s penalty decisions should specify any of the ad hoc Appeals Panel. If the standing faculty b. Loss of housing or dining privileges on campus; exercise this option. There are always faculty mem- special conditions. Unless otherwise provided for by member cannot be present for the appeal, or has ber, staff members, or students who have agreed the committee, all penalties go into effect two class been involved in any way in the original hearing, c. Loss of privilege of participating in social or cer- to serve as the advisor to any accused student who days after the hearing. the standing faculty member will be replaced by emonial events on campus; asks. There are also always faculty members, staff a designee of the President. If a standing student members, or students who have agreed to serve as the member cannot be present for the appeal, or has d. Loss of the privilege of maintaining a motor vehicle D. Appeals advisor to any accusing student who asks. The Dean been involved in any way in the original hearing, on campus; 1. A student found to have violated the Code who of Students has the names of these willing advisors. In wishes to appeal a decision of the Student Conduct the standing student member will be replaced by exceptional cases a particular standing advisor may the Student Government. e. A requirement that a student resign membership in Committee must make the appeal in writing to the be unavailable. Standing advisors are not intended or any or all offices, elected or appointed, held in President within two class days from the time the to differ from other advisors whom students might 6. All authority for further deliberation and judgment campus organizations; student is told of the Committee’s decision. This letter select in any regard other than being generally avail- must state clearly the specific ground(s) on which the of an appeals case rests with the duly constituted ad able for service. hoc Appeals Panel. The ad hoc Appeals Panel will f. A letter from either the Dean or the Co-Chairs of appeal is being made. decide upon the scope and procedures of its delibera- the Student Conduct Committee with a copy to the The role of the advisor is one of support. The advisor tions. parents or guardians; 2. The grounds for appeal include the following: should assure that the student clearly understands all questions asked, and that the student clearly com- 7. The ad hoc Appeals Panel may, in whole or in part, g. Any other restriction (except probation, suspension • The hearing was not conducted fairly and in accor- municates his or her account of events. The advisor affirm, reverse, vacate, remand for further proceed- or dismissal) that seems appropriate to the offense. dance with College procedure and policy, as outlined may wish to contact the Judicial Educator or the Co- in the Code. ings, or otherwise modify any prior decision of the Chairs of the Committee to gain fuller understanding Committee on Student Conduct, provided that no 2. Required Action. Penalties that require a particular of the disciplinary process. The advisor assists the action of a student are available to the Dean at a • Sanctions imposed by the SCC were grossly inappro- punishment shall be increased upon appeal. The ad student prior to the disciplinary hearing, attends the Dean’s Review, as well as to the Student Conduct priate. hoc Appeals Panel may, in unusual circumstances, pre-hearing conference with the Co-Chairs, and is Committee. This may include requests to attend vari- confirm the judgment of a penalty, but hold its present with the student while the student is before ous forms of counseling or education training sessions. • New evidence has come to light which would have implementation in abeyance for a prescribed time the Student Conduct Committee. The advisor also A student may be told by the Committee or the Dean been sufficient to alter the Committee’s decision. (e.g., until the end of the semester). If a penalty is may help the student identify appropriate witnesses. to engage in some form of community service (this ser- held in abeyance, the Appeals Panel shall stipulate During the hearing, the advisor may pose questions vice may take place either on or off the Bates campus, At least one of these three grounds for appeal must be the specific conditions, the period of abeyance, the to witnesses through the Co-Chairs and may make a or both). The Committee or Dean may either specify cited by the student in his/her letter of appeal. restrictions on the individual during the period of statement to the SCC at the end of the hearing. the terms of such counseling, education or service, or abeyance, and the conditions of its implementation may designate another individual or body to determine upon completion of the period of abeyance. appropriate terms. 70 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 71

An individual who is scheduled to appear before the B. Summary of Student Rights and Responsibilities l. The responsibility to abide by the terms of a medi- and to propose evidentiary witnesses, one charac- Student Conduct Committee as an evidentiary or 1. Accused Student’s Rights and Responsibilities ation agreement or by any penalties determined by ter witness, and one expert witness; the right to be expert witness may not act as an advisor. In the event Students accused of misconduct have opportunities to the Student Conduct Committee, a Dean’s Review, present during any testimony which relates directly that the student’s advisor has been asked to serve as make decisions affecting their own welfare through- a Dorm or House Council. to him/her and the right to pose questions through a character witness, this testimony is presented at the out the process by which an allegation of misconduct the Co-Chairs when the testimony relates directly conclusion of the hearing. is resolved. This is fundamental to the principles of The accused student may consult with an attor- to the accusing party; the right to be informed of fairness upon which the Code and its procedures are ney, but that attorney may not be involved in the the decision of the Student Conduct Committee. 2. Support Person constructed. A student accused of either academic or College’s disciplinary processes. In the very spe- (The right to be present at the hearing is not abso- In student conduct hearings regarding alleged Actions social misconduct always has the right to be heard cific circumstance where the College has initiated lute, however; the accusing party may not make Against Persons, both the accused and the accusing and to present his/her side of the story. Specifically, disciplinary proceedings while a serious criminal statements while witnesses are testifying and being student may ask a current member of the Bates com- each student subject to disciplinary action has the case (arising out of the same conduct) is pending questioned.) munity to provide personal support to the student following rights and responsibilities: against the student in court, the student shall be during a student conduct hearing, providing the allowed to have an attorney present during the d. In cases specifically involving allegations of sexual chosen individual is willing and able to serve at the a. The right to notification of the charges with suffi- College disciplinary proceeding. Even then, any assault, the accusing party has rights comparable appropriate time. The Health Center shall stand cient specificity to allow for preparation to defend attorney retained by the student has an extremely to those of the accused student throughout any ready to provide a support person for any accused or against those charges. limited role as an advisor: the attorney may not disciplinary process. accusing student who asks. The supporter is separate make statements or ask questions at the hearing, from the student’s chosen hearing advisor, if there b. The right to be accorded the procedures outlined in but is simply available to advise the student during e. The right to be free from harassment from the is one. The supporter may attend the pre-hearing the Code of Student Conduct, including a prehear- the proceedings. accused student or other witnesses (or parties conference with the student and may speak with ing conference at which the student may challenge, acting on their behalf) at any time during or after the student during the student conduct hearing, but on the basis of actual bias, the presence of any Note: The Committee Co-Chairs always have the investigation and hearing. may not ask any questions or give any testimony at member of the SCC at the hearing; to meet with right to remove from the hearing any individual, the hearing. It is up to the student whether he or she a Judicial Educator and to have an advisor, if s/he including an attorney, whose conduct unduly f. The responsibility to testify truthfully at the hear- wants a support person present; the student may so chooses; and the right to propose evidentiary interferes with the proceedings. In the event that an ing. choose not to exercise this option. Accusing students witnesses, one character witness, and one expert accused student plans to have an attorney attend may ask the College’s Sexual Assault Victim’s Aid to witness. the Student Conduct Committee hearing, s/he g. The responsibility to refrain from contact (direct serve as his or her support person. must inform the Co-Chairs in a timely manner so or indirect) with accused student or other wit- c. The right to adjudication of charges at a hearing. that the College can determine whether it wants its nesses or with members of the Student Conduct 3. Judicial Educator own attorney present. Committee, when so directed by the Deans, the The Judicial Educators serve as resource persons, d. The right to attend the hearing, to make a state- Student Conduct Committee, or its Co-Chairs. not currently associated with the SCC or the Dean ment to the Student Conduct Committee, and to 2. Accusing Party’s Rights and Responsibilities of Students Office, who are available to explain the question witnesses through the Co-Chairs. (The rights and responsibilities described in this h. The responsibility to make a good-faith effort at disciplinary procedures of the College. Ordinarily, section are equally applicable, where relevant, to stu- mediation when the option of mediation is chosen the Co-Chairs of the Student Conduct Committee e. The right to respond to all statements, testimony dents and to faculty or other College employees who by all parties as an alternative method of resolu- shall recommend and the President appoints two or other evidence offered at the hearing. (However, accuse a student of misconduct.) tion. former members of the Committee to serve as Judicial the accused may not make statements while wit- Educators for each academic year. nesses are testifying and being questioned.) While all cases which are brought before the Student i. The responsibility to abide by the instructions of Conduct Committee are presented by the Dean, in the Co-Chairs of the Student Conduct Committee, While the Dean may provide the student with an f. The right to be free from harassment from the some cases there is a principal witness who alleges to including instructions regarding witness testimony. initial outline of the disciplinary process during the accusing party or other witnesses (or parties act- have been injured by the accused student. This second (The Co-Chairs of the SCC always have the investigation, any student or faculty person involved ing on their behalf) at any time during or after the party, the “accusing party,” also has much at stake at authority to remove from the hearing any indi- in a conduct case (including witnesses and advisors) investigation and hearing. the disciplinary hearing, and has certain rights that vidual whose conduct unduly interferes with the may make use of a Judicial Educator to answer ques- the process must respect. For purposes of a Student proceedings.) tions about the College’s conduct procedures. g. The right to appeal a decision of the Student Conduct Committee hearing, a student or College Conduct Committee to the ad hoc Appeals Panel. employee who accuses a student of misconduct is an Both the accused and accusing parties are remind- The Judicial Educators are available to students evidentiary witness (as distinguished from a charac- ed that they have a number of resources available even before an investigation is begun by the Deans. h. The responsibility to refrain from contact (direct or ter or expert witness). In cases involving a charge of to them when instances of misconduct are being For example, a student who has a grievance against indirect) with accusing party or other witnesses, or “Actions Against Persons,” the accusing party has addressed by the College. As specified in the rights another student may wish to speak with a Judicial with members of the Student Conduct Committee, a particular set of rights and responsibilities, noted and responsibilities above, both have available to Educator to learn what her/his options are for pursu- when so directed by the Dean, the Student Conduct below at c. and d. them the Judicial Educator as well as an advisor ing the matter on campus. When a charge is brought, Committee or its Co-Chairs. from within the Bates community. There are also the accused student (and the accusing party in cases a. The right to bring to the attention of the Dean an resources outside the College of which they may alleging Actions Against Persons) should be encour- i. The responsibility to make a good-faith effort at incident of misconduct by another student. This avail themselves. Any person who feels s/he has aged by the Deans to meet with a Judicial Educator, mediation when the option of mediation is chosen does not include the right to insist on a hearing been the victim of a crime always has the option of but such a meeting is not mandatory. by all parties as an alternative method of resolu- before the Student Conduct Committee, since it is going to local law enforcement officers and pursu- tion. the Dean who has authority to conduct an investi- ing the case through the criminal court system. 4. Mediators gation and to determine whether a case should go The College provides trained mediators. When media- j. The responsibility to abide by the instructions of forward. The accused or accusing parties may benefit from tion is presented as an option, a mediator meets sepa- the Co-Chairs of the Student Conduct Committee, meeting with a psychological, religious or sub- rately with each student (and that student’s advisor if including instructions regarding witness testimony. b. The right to meet with a Judicial Educator and to stance-abuse counselor to discuss difficult issues s/he chooses to have one) to describe the process. As (The Co-Chairs of the SCC always have the have an advisor, if s/he so chooses. and problems raised by the alleged incident of mis- noted above, this meeting plays an important role in authority to remove from the hearing any indi- conduct. While counselors are available through determining whether the parties are genuinely inter- vidual whose conduct unduly interferes with the c. In cases of misconduct involving Actions Against the College and confidentiality is maintained, ested in mediation and in ensuring that they enter proceedings.) Persons: the right to meet with the Co-Chairs in some instances parties to a conduct case may into mediation only after hearing an explanation of of the SCC at a pre-hearing conference at which feel more comfortable seeking the assistance of the process. k. The responsibility to testify truthfully at the hearing. the accusing party may challenge, on the basis of someone not associated with the College, and they actual bias, the presence of a member of the SCC should feel free to do so. at the hearing; to make a statement at the hearing; 72 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 73

a) submission to such conduct is made either explicitly ary procedures, as well as through civil action. All There are two forms of complaints: The College Nondiscrimination or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s members of the community are expected to conform academic advancement or employment; their conduct to the requirements of the law and to 1) Informal Complaints: The Director of Affirmative and Sexual Harassment Policy the standards of the College community. Action may provide suggestions for resolution, b) submission to or rejection of such conduct by an help in mediating differences in views, or other (The following grievance procedures were revised in individual is used as the basis for employment or As a guide to the community, relevant provisions of channels for resolution involving skills or sugges- September 2000.) academic decisions affecting such individuals; the criminal law and descriptive definitions of con- tions of others. duct and consent will be provided in published form General Policies and Procedures c) such conduct has the purpose or effect of substan- to all students, faculty, and staff annually. These pro- 2) Formal Complaints: The grievant may institute tially interfering with an individual’s academic or visions and definitions will serve to assist the College formal grievance proceedings whether or not A. Policies work performance or creating an intimidating, hos- community in identifying unacceptable behavior and the Director of Affirmative Action can effect a tile, or offensive working or learning environment. to provide a basis for consistent interpretation and resolution. Grievants can elect to pursue any or 1) Nondiscrimination judgment. all options, including: making a written com- Bates values a diverse college community. Moreover, The state of trust that is so essential to academic plaint within the College’s procedures, initiating Bates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, work in the College is important to the associations B. Procedures a complaint to an agency outside of the College national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orienta- between faculty and students; such trust also is (e.g., to the Maine Human Rights Commission), tion, marital or parental status, age, or disability, in important among non-academic staff and employees. 1) Procedures for Charges of Discrimination if appropriate, pursuing criminal charges within the recruitment and admission of its students, in the Sexual harassment within these associations prevents The exercise of seeking advice and information is the criminal justice system, or pursuing civil administration of its educational policies and pro- or impairs the harassed person’s full enjoyment of entirely voluntary and is not a prerequisite to making action within the court system. The Director grams, or in the recruitment and employment of its occupational or educational benefits and opportuni- a formal complaint either within the College or with of Affirmative Action will explain the elements faculty and staff. ties. It interferes with an individual’s work perfor- the Maine Human Rights Commission. Grievants of each process. Within the College, a written mance and creates an offensive working environment. who choose to file a complaint directly with the complaint is needed to initiate formal grievance To aid the Director of Affirmative Action in this The employment regulations of the Maine Human Maine Human Rights Commission must do so within procedures. charge, an Advisory Committee on Affirmative Action Rights Commission give support to the College’s 180 days (6 months) of the alleged incident(s) of dis- is appointed annually by the President. It is the mem- policy against harassment and provide legal protec- crimination. Grievants who seek informal resolution c) College Formal Grievance Procedures bers’ responsibility to assess continually the status tion for all employees. of cases of discrimination may do so in either of the These procedures are explained in the following of their respective areas in regard to compliance. following ways: sections. Members of the Bates community are encouraged Whereas, it has been and is the policy of Bates College to report instances of alleged discrimination to the that sexual harassment has no place and will not be a) Voluntary Informal Consultation Section I Director of Affirmative Action. tolerated in this College; and whereas, the Federal There are many channels within the Bates Equal Employment Opportunity Commission has Community available for the informal resolution (a) Formal grievance procedures shall be available to 2) Bates College Sexual Harassment Policy declared that sexual harassment constitutes illegal of incidents of discrimination. The College recom- faculty members, employees, and students of Bates Within our academic setting, a state of trust and open- discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights mends contact with any campus support personnel College, except where students are named as accused ness among persons is the necessary condition for Act of 1964, the President and Trustees of Bates intellectual inquiry and hence academic excellence. who are knowledgeable about the possible avenues parties. In such cases, the matter shall be heard by College restates its policy that sexual harassment Associations between faculty, students, and staff must of resolution of discrimination claims; when in the Student Conduct Committee. The procedures reflect the mutual respect for one another which is not be tolerated and hereby directs the President to doubt, the Affirmative Action Office is a reliable, herein shall not apply to grievances in regard to essential to the free exchange of ideas. Harassment, see that appropriate steps are taken to communicate confidential and supportive source of informa- appointment, reappointment, tenure, or promotion including sexual harassment, destroys trust and open- that Board’s intent, as expressed in this policy to the tion. Others who may assist in directing inquiries of faculty members as these matters are governed ness. When any member of the Bates community College’s faculty, staff, and students. The President in the process include the Health Center staff, by Article VI of the Personnel Rules and Procedures denigrates another member through unwanted sexual shall advise the faculty, staff, and students that the chaplains, immediate supervisors, Resident contained in the Faculty Handbook of Bates College. advances or sexual allusions, or through unwarranted there are in effect adequate grievance procedures to Coordinators and Junior Advisors, members of The procedures herein shall be further limited to references to sexuality or sexual activity, these bonds facilitate prompt reporting of specific acts of sexual the faculty, the Office of the Director of Human cases of improper discrimination, sexual harassment, of trust and openness are broken. harassment at Bates, and urge the members of the Resources, the Office of the Deans of Students, and or sexual assault. Improper discrimination shall be College to report such acts so that appropriate action the Office of the Dean of Faculty. Consultations defined as acts in violation of applicable nondiscrimi- Harassment, including sexual harassment, is espe- may be taken. may be brought in full confidentiality; no written nation laws or the nondiscrimination policy which cially serious when it involves a relationship of record is to be maintained when an informal con- appears in the official publications of Bates College. authority within which academic or other rewards Bates College denounces the use of violence directed sultation is made. may be experienced or perceived as related to the against any individual or group. We, the College com- (b) The sole purpose of a hearing under formal griev- harassment. Among such situations are those relation- munity, regard sexual assault as a violent crime, a par- If individual action or discussion through infor- ance procedures is to determine if improper dis- ships between faculty and students or between senior ticularly heinous form of sexual harassment, whether mal resolution does not resolve the problem, crimination, sexual harassment, or sexual assault has and junior faculty. When the imposition of unwanted committed by a stranger or an acquaintance on or grievants may, either in the company of a trusted occurred. A hearing board shall have no authority to sexual attention is accompanied by the promise of off campus. We condemn the commission of sexual person or alone, talk privately with the Director of invoke sanctions for improper behavior. The report academic or employment rewards or reprisals, the assaults and believe persons charged with such offens- Affirmative Action regarding other steps. of the hearing board shall be given to the President harm can be very great. If harassment occurs between es should be dealt with promptly and fairly through of the College for any further action. persons, one of whom has any kind of supervisory, the courts and our own judicial systems. Moreover, b) Complaints evaluative, or other authoritative responsibility in we rededicate ourselves to eradicating hostile settings The Director of Affirmative Action is the primary Section II regard to the other, it is intimidation and coercive in which our ability to work, study, live, and learn agency to receive all complaints. If students are abuse of power. together is inhibited. Finally, we pledge assistance involved, the individuals may initially elect to dis- (a) Nothing stated herein shall be construed to prevent through the various departments of the College in cuss a complaint with one of the Deans of Students; several complainants, in the appropriate case, from Sexual harassment is one form of illegal sex dis- aiding survivors of assault to determine how best they a faculty member may initially discuss a complaint joining in a single complaint. The word “complain- crimination, as defined by Title VII of the Civil may regain control over their circumstances. with the Dean of Faculty; or a staff member may Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational ant,” as used herein, shall refer to any person who initially discuss a complaint with the Director of Amendments of 1972, and Section 4572 of the Maine files a complaint or to any group of persons who When offensive conduct against persons, including Human Rights Act, and the regulations of both the Human Resources. In each case, however, the sub- together file a single complaint. The word “respon- but not limited to assault, may occur, for which the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and sequent step, if not the initial step, should be with dent,” as used herein, shall refer to any party or the Maine Human Rights Commission. Unwelcome offender may be charged within the criminal justice the Director of Affirmative Action. parties accused in the same complaint and who will sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other system for violating the criminal statutes of the State be heard in the same hearing. verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature consti- of Maine, or the United States, victims may also tute sexual harassment when: elect to seek redress through the College’s disciplin- 74 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 75

(b) The complainant shall file a formal complaint in the President shall choose them. Once the hearing may require documents or other tangible evidence (e) The hearing shall be electronically recorded, except writing with the Director of Affirmative Action or board is established, the President shall give a copy or testimony from any third party, within or without that the private and confidential deliberations of the the Director of Human Resources. Upon receipt of of the complaint to the hearing board and shall Bates College. A determination that further evidence hearing board shall not be recorded. The President the complaint, the Director of Affirmative Action or inform all parties in writing of the composition of the is necessary may be based on a request by the com- shall have custody of the recording and may, in his or the Director of Human Resources shall immediately board. plainant or respondent. Should any additional docu- her discretion, have a transcript made of the record- inform the respondent in writing and provide the ments or other tangible evidence be produced, they ing after the completion of the hearing. respondent with a copy of the complaint. (c) A hearing board shall be formed within seven shall be made available to all parties. All parties shall (7) days from the date on which the Director of be informed in writing of any witnesses identified by Section VI (c) In cases of multiple complainants or multiple respon- Affirmative Action and the Director of Human the hearing board who will testify at the hearing in dents, where any individual complainant or respon- Resources inform the President of the need for a addition to those already listed in the witness lists (a) The hearing board shall make specific findings of dent claims that his or her complaint or defense hearing. If, in exceptional circumstances, more time of the parties. The chair of the hearing board shall fact. The burden of proof shall be on the complain- would otherwise be compromised, that party may is necessary to form the hearing board, the President determine the date by which all evidence and all ant, and the board shall make findings and conclu- submit a request in writing to the Director of shall inform all parties in writing. witness lists required by the hearing board shall be sions in regard to the allegations in the complaint Affirmative Action and the Director of Human presented to the hearing board. only when a majority of the board is convinced that Resources for a separate hearing. The Director of Section IV those findings and conclusions are supported by a Affirmative Action and the Director of Human (f) Once all documents, other tangible evidence, and all preponderance of the evidence. Resources shall make a decision on such a request (a) The complainant shall, within seven (7) days of being witness lists have been made available to all parties, prior to submitting a request to the President for a notified of the formation of a hearing board, file with no additions to any witness list, and no additional (b) After reaching its findings and conclusions, the board hearing board and shall notify all parties in writing that board all documents and other tangible evidence documents or other tangible evidence shall be con- shall report them in writing, within a reasonable of that decision. In appropriate cases, the Director available to the complainant which will be used in sidered except by a decision by the chair confirmed time, to the President of the College, the complain- of Affirmative Action and the Director of Human the hearing in support of the complaint and a list of by a majority vote of the hearing board. ant, and the respondent. The President shall make a Resources may require multiple complainants to join all witnesses whom the complainant wishes to testify brief announcement of the nature of the complaint in a single complaint. at the hearing in support of the complaint. Upon (g) A hearing on the complaint shall commence no and the findings of the hearing board to the Bates receipt, the chair of the hearing board shall make sooner than seven (7) nor later than 10 days after all College Community without mention of the names (d) The Director of Affirmative Action and the Director these materials available to the respondent. documents, other tangible evidence, and all witness of parties or other participants. The President shall, of Human Resources together shall determine wheth- lists have been made available to all parties. The within his or her discretion, determine what, if any, er the complaint on its face states facts which, if true, (b) Within 21 days of receipt of such materials, the chair of the hearing board shall have the authority to further action he or she will take in response to the allege a claim of improper discrimination, as defined respondent shall file with the hearing board a writ- alter these time limits if necessary and shall notify all report of the hearing board. The President shall com- in applicable nondiscrimination laws or the College’s ten response to the charges made in the complaint, parties in writing of a decision to do so. mence any such action within seven (7) days of deliv- nondiscrimination policy, or of sexual harassment together with all documents and other tangible ery of the report unless he or she deems some other or sexual assault. If so, the matter may proceed to evidence available to the respondent which will be Section V period appropriate, in which case, the President shall a hearing; if not, the complaint shall be returned to used in the hearing in support of any defense against inform all parties in writing. the complainant, and no further action shall be taken the complaint and a list of all witnesses whom the (a) The chair of the hearing board, subject only to being unless an amended complaint is filed in accordance respondent wishes to testify at the hearing in support overruled by a majority of the board, shall rule on (c) In accordance with Article V, Section 2 of the By- with Section II (b). of any defense against the complaint. Upon receipt, all questions of evidence and procedure and may Laws of Bates College, the complainant and respon- the chair of the hearing board shall make these mate- make such other rules and decisions, not provided dent may, in appropriate cases, seek indemnification (e) The Director of Affirmative Action and the Director rials available to the complainant. for in these procedures, as are necessary to conduct from the College for reasonable attorneys’ fees of Human Resources shall make their decision the hearing fairly and expeditiously. This includes incurred for purposes of the hearing. whether to refer the complaint to the President with (c) The chair of the hearing board shall notify in writing decisions on requests from complainants and respon- a request to form a hearing board within seven (7) all witnesses of the need for their testimony at the dents for separate hearings that arise after the hear- Section VII days of receipt of the complaint, unless circumstanc- hearing. It is the responsibility of any member of ing board is formed. Only evidence that a reasonable es require a longer time, in which event, they shall the Bates College community who has information person would rely on to make judgements in serious The existence of these grievance procedures in no way inform the President and all parties in writing. Once relevant to an issue before the hearing board to tes- matters shall be admitted and be considered by the precludes the College from taking immediate action to a decision is made to refer the complaint to a hearing tify at the hearing or to produce documents or other hearing board in making its findings and conclu- maintain the safety of the College community or indi- board, all parties shall be informed in writing of the tangible evidence at the request of the chair of the sions. vidual members thereof. action taken. hearing board. (b) The complainant and respondent may have the assis- Section III (d) Failure, without adequate justification, to produce tance of an attorney during the hearing; however, documents or other tangible evidence or to testify the role of the attorney shall be limited to observing (a) The Director of Affirmative Action and the Director at the hearing by anyone requested to do so by the the hearing and offering advice to the party repre- of Human Resources, having concluded that the chair of the hearing board shall be reported to the sented. The hearing board may have the assistance complaint states a claim under standards contained President for any action he or she deems appropri- of College Counsel. in Section II (d), shall provide the President of the ate. In the event that either the complainant or the College with a copy of the complaint and request respondent shall fail, without adequate justification, (c) The members of the hearing board shall maintain that the President form a hearing board. At this to produce documents or other tangible evidence or the confidentiality of all aspects of the complaint, point, no further amendments to the complaint shall to testify at the hearing when requested to do so by response, hearing, evidence, and its deliberations. be permitted. the chair of the hearing board, the hearing board The hearing shall be private. Only members of the may report to the President that it is unable to make hearing board, parties, attorneys, and witnesses (b) The complainant and the respondent may each a decision in the matter, and the President may take while testifying may be present. The hearing board designate two members of the hearing board. The whatever action he or she deems appropriate. may exclude all but its members in order to deliber- President shall choose two additional members, and a ate on its findings and conclusions. majority of the six members thus chosen shall choose (e) After the hearing board has received evidence and a seventh member to act as chair of the board. Board witness lists from the parties, it will determine (d) The board shall allow a reasonable time for open- members shall be selected from the then-current whether any additional documents, other tangible ing and closing statements by the complainant and faculty or staff of Bates College. The word “staff,” evidence, or testimony may reasonably be neces- respondent. Each party at the hearing shall have as used herein, shall not include student employees. sary to a determination of the facts at issue and opportunity to pose questions to all witnesses. This If either the complainant or respondent neglects or may require any such documents or other tangible shall be done either directly or through the chair, at refuses to designate members of the hearing board, evidence from the complainant or respondent and the discretion of the chair. 76 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 77

Furnishings: Each resident student is furnished with a bed, it must be vacuumed, or if the room is a hard floor it must A Security Officer will proceed to the room in question, The College Residence Hall and desk, desk chair, bureau, mirror, wastebasket and recycling be swept clean. The Physical Plant will assess a cleaning make contact with the resident(s) of the room and remove containers. A cushioned side chair will be available per fee of $50 per room occupant for any room found not in the animal(s). Animal(s) will be transported to the Security Dining Service Regulations request, on a first-come, first-served basis. All furniture compliance with these guidelines. A student may check out Office. Students may not deny the Security Officer entrance must remain in the original student’s room. After students a vacuum or broom and dustpan from their custodian. to the room. 2005 – 2006 have vacated a room, anything remaining that was not originally allotted to the room will be removed and a Residential Lounges: Residence lounges may be reserved A private contractor retained by the College will then be through the Student Activities Office for general social notified to pick up the animal(s) at the Security Office for Residence Hall Regulations disposal fee of $75 will be assessed. All lounge furniture must remain in the lounge space. and cultural functions. Blue-slip reservations must be transport to the local SPCA. Student(s) will be billed $15 initiated with the Student Activities Office and the Resident charge for the SPCA expenses. The Dean of Student’s Office Student Rights, Privileges and Responsibilities: No structure serving as a bar or facilitating the distribution Coordinator. Activities that require additional cleaning in will then be notified that the animal(s) have been removed. Residence Halls and Living Space of alcohol is allowed. Questions regarding the purpose of the residence will necessitate special charges made to the a structure will be referred to the Dean of Students Office appropriate group or person. All lounge furniture must There will be no second notification for repeat offenders, Room Assignments: Bates College is a residential college. for resolution. remain in the designated lounge space. and these may be subject to disciplinary action through the Campus residence is required of all students except for Student Conduct Committee. those individuals who have been granted special permission Alterations in the structure or painting of rooms, including Smoking: Smoking, the burning of any type of pipe, cigar, by the Office of the Dean of Students to reside off campus. built-in furniture, are prohibited. Waterbeds are not cigarette, or similar product, is prohibited in all campus Visitation in Residential Rooms permitted. buildings including residence halls. Smoking is also Student residence charges are based on capacity room prohibited within 50 feet, approximately 20 paces, of all Overnight Visitation: Each student is entitled to the full use occupancy. Therefore, the Deans reserve the right to Loft-beds are permitted to be built only under certain campus buildings, including residence halls. of his/her room at all times when the College is in session. reassign students for any reason including those who are circumstances consistent with room safety standards. If a student’s comfort or sense of privacy is violated by without roommates or to place new students in rooms None may be installed without prior approval/permit from • First violation will result in a warning. unwelcome visitation, he or she should discuss the situation that are not full. Whenever possible, such reassignments the Safety Office, which is located in Human Resources, • Second violation will result in a fine of $75. with the roommate. If this is not satisfactory, he/she should will be finalized at the start of each term. The Housing ext. 8226. Students interested in installing a loft in their • Third violation will result in being moved to a different report immediately to the Resident Coordinator, Junior Office will not permit one person to live in a triple or a dormitory room must obtain a “Loft Building Permit” prior building on campus and a mandatory meeting with Advisor or to the Housing Coordinator. Measures may quad alone. You must find a roommate or you will be to building the loft. Regulations regarding loft construction the ATOD. include mediation or other forms of reconciliation. reassigned to a new space on campus. are attached to loft permits and should be used as a reference guide during construction. Within one week of permit issue, Damages: Damages occurring in a residence will be repaired Guest Policy: Guests who are not residents of the College all lofts will be inspected and if found acceptable, a “legal by the Physical Plant Department at an appropriate time and and who use campus facilities for more than three nights No one is allowed to change from one loft permit” sticker will be attached to the loft. Lofts found charges will be made in the fairest possible way. Students in succession may face financial penalties and/or legal not in compliance with safety standards will be required who wish to hang wall decorations are encouraged to use action. The host must report the name and car license of room to another without obtaining written to meet standards within a specified time frame, or will molding hooks or adhesive sponges provided by Physical the guest to the Bates Security. If the situation warrants, an permission of the Director of Housing. be removed and the appropriated fees assessed. If a legal Plant, free of charge. Nails, tape and paste are damaging exception to the three-night limit may be obtained from the loft has not been removed prior to the student vacating the and their use may lead to charges. No articles may be Office of the Dean of Students. Any resident who provides room, it will be removed and a fee of $75 will be charge to draped or hung from sprinkler pipes or allowed to cover permanent residence to a non-student or an off-campus Room assignments are made for upper-class students the student account. Should there be a loft in a room where smoke detectors or light fixtures. Rooms are inspected for student is in violation of College regulations and may be through a room lottery by class and on the basis of room no permit was obtained (an illegal loft), it will be removed damages at the end of each semester. Items found in need subject to disciplinary action. preference forms for new students. Unless a room change is and a fee of $150 will be charge to the student account, of repair or replacement (caused by other than normal specifically approved by the Office of the Dean of Students, covering the permit, removal and disposal fees. wear) will be charged equally to the last occupants, unless Vacations: For the protection of students’ safety and students must reside in lottery-chosen rooms. Should a the charges have been previously assumed. If there is a property, residences will be closed during some vacations. room/suite be picked on an upper-class student’s lottery Personal Items: Personal items must remain in student change in occupancy, rooms will be specifically checked for Students are not permitted access, except in the presence of number and that student does not occupy the room, all rooms or be in authorized storage areas. No decorations damages, upon request, by a representative of the Physical College personnel. Rooms will be available for occupancy occupants may be removed from the room and placed on or personal items may be placed in hallways and other Plant staff. Students are invited to review the checklist with one day prior to the opening of each term and will be closed summer placement. common spaces or on the outside of the buildings. Items the Physical Plant Department. Appeals should be made to at the end of the examination period. that are deemed hazardous to life safety will be removed the Physical Plant office, in writing. Willful destruction of Room assignments are for the entire year. Two legitimate regardless of their locations. If these items are found a property may be cause for action by the Student Conduct The College may provide residential accommodations for reasons have been identified for a room change request: (1) second time they will be confiscated and donated to a non- Committee or the Dean of Students Office. Physical Plant certain vacation periods to a limited number of students serious health problems and (2) irreconcilable differences profit organization, or disposed of. has the “Right of Entry” at all times for all rooms for the by prior arrangement. Whenever such an opportunity between roommates. As the College places emphasis on the purpose of maintaining a safe physical environment. arises, the Dean of Students Office will notify all students value of mediation and conflict resolution as the means to Telephones in Student Rooms: The college-wide telephone in advance. resolve disputes, rooming changes will only be considered system provides a telephone in each student room on Bates College is not responsible for damage to personal after the parties involved have attempted to reconcile campus. There are no installation fees and no fixed monthly items in the residences. Social Responsibility differences with the help of a mediator such as a Junior charges for local calls. A $40 charge for a replacement Advisor or Resident Coordinator. Once the mediator judges phone may be assessed if the phone is damaged. Any Any student who becomes disorderly and is involved in a disputes, the Housing Office will review them. In situations telephone problems should be reported to the Help Desk Any telephone problems should be reported disturbance, interferes with the rights of others, damages involving first-year students the Housing Office will also at ext. 8222. property, or is involved in unacceptable social behavior, attempt to mediate the situation before a change is made. to the Help Desk at ext. 8222. individually or as a member of a group, shall be subject First-year students will not be placed in single rooms, except Internet Connections in Student Rooms: The college-wide to disciplinary action at the discretion of the Dean of in extreme cases of need. No one is allowed to change from network system provides a network port in each room for Students Office and the Student Conduct Committee. one room to another without obtaining written permission each student. Use of the network and network services is Roofs: It is unsafe for students to be on roofs and therefore of the Director of Housing. If a student has changed rooms subject to the terms set forth in the college “Computer prohibited. Students are reminded that excessive noise, unruly behavior without obtaining the appropriate permission, a $200 Use Policy.” In case of intentional damage to the network and residence hall damage often compromise the quality of illegal room change fee will be assessed to their account and facilities, fees may be assessed for repair. Pets: Small fish are the only pets allowed in residence halls. residential life and may be subject to disciplinary action, the student will be required to return to the original room. Upon receiving notice that animals have been located in including removal from College housing. Custodial Services: Custodial workers are responsible for a residential hall/house, the Dean of Students will send Short Term: Students registered and in residence for Short the normal upkeep of the bathrooms (with the exception a letter to the student(s) who have animals residing in Consistent with the Bates College Code of Conduct and the Term remain in the same rooms they have occupied during of bathrooms within suites) and common areas of the their residential room. This notification will require the Student Conduct Committee, the College reserves the right the Winter semester, unless the residence is closed. Students residences. Any excessive mess is the responsibility of immediate removal of the animal(s). A copy of the letter to withdraw the privilege of attending college at Bates from wishing to change residence for the Short Term must the students involved and under certain circumstances a will be sent to the Office of Security and Campus Safety any student. Neither the College nor any of its members follow the same procedure as outlined above and receive cleaning charge may be assessed. Students are responsible and logged there for follow-up by Security the next day. If shall be under any liability whatsoever for such exclusion. permission from the Director of Housing. The College for the upkeep of their room, including routine waste the animal(s) is found on College property, the following reserves the right to close certain residences for Short Term. removal. Upon vacating the assigned room, all waste and procedures will be implemented immediately: Every effort will be made to provide a two-week notice. personal items must be removed, and if the room is carpeted 78 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 – 06 79

Storage of Student Personal Items Light-demand items, such as radios and stereos, may be For your convenience, a drop box is available at the door ID cards to another person, share meals with someone used within limitations of safety standards. The Physical of the Access Control office. This box may be used when not on the meal plan, carry food out of the dining hall or The College has a limited amount of space that can be Plant staff should be consulted to ascertain the feasibility the office is closed. Keys in the drop box must be identified otherwise create a disturbance therein may be subject to utilized for student storage. The College cannot assume of several appliances in the same room. Keg-refrigerators, with the student’s name, ID number and residence for fines, loss of dining privileges or community service hours any legal or financial responsibility for property left in hot plates, microwave ovens, air conditioners and space proper identification. in Dining Services as determined at the discretion of the designated storage areas. The College, however, will heaters are not allowed. All appliances using heating Dean’s Office. attempt to safeguard all property left in these designated elements — including, but not limited to toasters and Fire Protection, Firearms and Combustible Materials: A storage areas if securely packaged in accordance with toaster ovens — must be used in a community kitchen fire in a college residence is a disaster that can be avoided All on-campus students are on the meal plan. Off-campus the storage policy and tagged with Bates College Student area. In all cases the heating element must be enclosed by joint effort. Candles, firecrackers, flares or explosives students may purchase meal privileges by the semester at Storage Tags. The student’s identification (name, class within the appliance. Alarms set off by cooking in rooms as well as the misuse of fire escapes, fire extinguishers, the Financial Aid Office or by the meal in Commons at the year and address) should also be listed inside the package, are subject to charges. All electrical items should be sprinkler systems and fire alarms are not permitted. The current door rate. Off-campus students can make changes in the event that the exterior tag is separated from the unplugged if the student room will not be occupied for an burning of candles and other sources of open flame is not to their meal plan in the Housing Office. The decision to package. There will be no storage provided for graduating extended period of time such as break periods. permitted; if found the student will be assessed a $75 fine. A change is irreversible after the first week of class. College seniors and there is a one year storage limitation for under- $75 fine is assessed along with the repair/replacement cost charges are computed on the average number of meals class students. After that time, the items will be considered Access Cards: All students will be issued a BatesCard, a of any life safety item that has been tampered with. consumed; therefore no allowance is made for meals missed. “abandoned,” and will be disposed of. The Storage Policy programmable Bates ID card. ID cards are used to gain Students withdrawing from the College should consult the is posted at all storage locations or may be obtained by entrance to the student’s residence building 24 hours False Fire Alarm Policy: Bates and the City of Lewiston refund policy as outlined below. contacting the Physical Plant Office. a day and all other student residences during specific charge a fine for false alarms. False alarms either produced hours. Some academic and athletic buildings may also by human error, faulty equipment, or premediation waste Should an individual have special dietary concerns, food Security and Safety be accessed with the card during evenings and weekends. money and endanger the lives of fire fighters and civilians. allergies or special dining needs, arrangements can be The card is also used for identification in the library and made with the Director of Dining for alternate dining Safety and Privacy: In taking a room in a residence hall, Dining Services. The BatesCard may also be used as a A false alarm is defined as: “a visual or audible signal options. Whenever feasible, arrangements for special a student assumes responsibility for the use and general bank card with TD Banknorth. transmitted by an alarm system which indicates the menus for groups, organizations or individuals can also care of the room and its furnishings. The College respects existence of an emergency situation, when in fact no such be made with the Director of Dining Services. the students’ right to privacy and their desire to control ID cards may be replaced for a fee of $25. Replacement emergency exists.” This includes the activation of an alarm their own living environment in balance with the College’s cards will be issued from the Access Control office system by the following means: The private dining rooms may be reserved by student groups responsibility to provide quality and safe residential Monday through Friday from 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Hours or organizations through the Student Activities Office. facilities. Therefore, the College retains the right to enter may be extended at the start and end of each semester • The intentional and/or accidental pulling of a fire alarm students’ rooms, but only in cases of emergency or with and at the end of breaks. If an ID card is lost outside of pull station. Shirts and shoes must be worn in all College dining cause, and only with permission of the Dean of Students or business hours, a temporary ID card allowing limited • Intentionally and/or accidentally introducing smoke or areas. his/her designee with the reason for the examination and access will be issued from the Security Office, valid until other objects into a smoke detector. Too many people the objects or information sought. noon of the next business day. smoking in a room with a smoke detector will activate Payment and Refund Policy the alarm system. This regulation in no way precludes normal maintenance Keys: Each student is allowed one set of keys to his/her • The throwing of articles such as balls and Frisbees, College charges must be paid before the beginning of required in students’ rooms, including custodial service and room. Keys are issued at the Access Control office Monday which inadvertently activate a smoke or heat detector. each term unless other arrangements are made with the the scheduled review of residences for the assessment of through Friday from 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Other distribution • The cooking or heating of food and water in a bedroom Financial Services Office. loss and damage. Illegal substances and items in violation places and times may be used at the beginning of each or any room other than the kitchen. of the College’s alcohol or fire safety polices that are found semester. Students must present their BatesCard and sign Withdrawals and Leaves of Absence from the College in students’ rooms in this context may be removed. College for all keys received at the time of issuance. The charges for false alarms in a building are: personnel will contact Lewiston police if drug or drug • First false alarm — $75. Students who withdraw prior to the beginning of either paraphernalia is seen in plain view. Students may be subject Key Return/Key Loss: Loss of and/or failure to return keys • Second false alarm — $150. the first or second semester must notify the College by to disciplinary action. At all times Physical Plant reserves poses a serious threat to the security of the residents in the • Third and subsequent false alarms — $300. the deadlines published in the College Catalog to avoid the right of entry into any space for health, safety and affected building and their property. Students must take being charged a fee of $150. If a student withdraws prior building integrity purposes. responsibility not to lose keys and to return keys on time. Halogen lamps are prohibited in all residences. If found the to the 50th day of a full semester, a percentage of the lamp will be confiscated and a $75 fine will be charged to annual charge (not including residence hall allocations) Except in cases of imminent danger, the occupant of All room keys must be returned prior to leaving campus. the student. will be refunded as follows: before the first day of classes the premises will be invited to be present during the If keys are not returned to the Access Control office on the 100 percent, 2-10 days, 90 percent; 11-20 days, 75 examination, and will be informed of the reason for the final day of authorized residence, or Commencement Day, Firearms (including air guns), ammunition and combustible percent; 21-30 days, 50 percent; 31-50 days, 25 percent; examination and the object or information sought. whichever comes first, they will be considered unreturned/ materials are not permitted anywhere on campus, except no refund after 50 days. lost and a $75 per key charge will be billed to the student’s in locations provided by the Security Office. Please make In unusual circumstances, if dangerous or unsanitary account. A $75 charge for the mandatory re-keying of the arrangements for storage with the Security Office to avoid Prorated adjustments also will be made in financial aid materials must be removed from the premises, the above room will also apply. violation of local ordinances and College regulations. All awards made by the College when a student withdraws procedures may be dispensed with. Whenever possible, the students should become familiar with policies regarding fire prior to the 50th day of a full semester if the student student will be notified in advance, unless imminent danger The cost to re-key the room for the first loss/offense in an and life safety, mandated by the Directory of Safety. leaves because of extenuating circumstances such as prohibits such a delay or the student cannot be reached. academic year is $50 per key. For the second loss/offense in illness or personal emergency. an academic year, the charge to re-key the room is $75 with Dining Service Regulations Security screens are to be opened only in cases of emergency. the key replacement charge of $75 per key. There will be a Refunds for students receiving federal aid are outlined Failure to comply will result in a $150 fine. $25 late fee for keys returned after the return date. For the All resident students are entitled to three meals a day in the Catalog. Students who do not attend or who keys not returned, there will be a total charge of $100. Monday through Saturday, and two Sunday with unlimited withdraw from Short Term are not entitled to a refund. Cable access will be limited to lounges in halls and houses, access to the Dining Hall between the hours of 7 a.m.–2:30 and in common rooms of suites. Any use of cable outside If the Housing Office authorizes a room change during p.m. and 4:30 p.m.–8 p.m. The first board plan meal for Short Term those approved by College policy and the Cable Company the semester, all exchanges must be conducted at the each semester is the Sunday before classes begin and for is prohibited. Students are responsible for all cable fees. Access Control office to ensure proper documentation. breaks the dinner meal the day before classes are scheduled There is no additional charge for degree candidates Satellite dishes are not allowed. Key swapping among students is not allowed. Students to resume. The last meal for the semester is dinner the final attending Short Term up to the limit of three. Therefore, returning keys not issued to them will be subject to the day of exams and for breaks the dinner the final day of no refund will be made for non-attendance. Off-campus Electrical Appliances: Electric line load limitations above key charges. classes. Dining Services is closed most vacations. Short Term programs usually involve charges in addition prohibit the use of heavy-demand appliances in students’ to those covered in this contract. Students are not eligible rooms. Small refrigerators are permitted in students’ Students who leave campus early must surrender their keys Access to the dining hall is limited to those students who for a fourth Short Term. rooms or in common areas, but only when they do to the Access Control office prior to leaving campus, or have the proper identification card and to guests who not exceed the electric line load limitations. Due to their accounts will be charged as stated above. purchase individual meals or have been granted access by power limitations, large/full size refrigerators and air students who used a guest pass. Students who give their conditioners are not permitted. Calendar 2005 2006 4 5 6 7 8 9 30 29 23 28 2 22 27 9 16 21 1 26 15 8 20 25 14 7 19 24 13 18 6 12 17 S 5 11 10 F 4 T 3 W T M S September 27 26 31 20 25 30 13 19 24 6 12 29 5 18 23 11 28 17 4 22 10 16 21 3 S 9 15 14 F 2 8 T 1 7 W T M S May 28 27 21 26 31 20 25 14 7 30 19 13 24 6 29 18 12 23 5 11 17 22 S 4 16 10 15 F 9 3 T 8 W 2 T 1 M S January 30 24 29 23 3 28 17 22 10 2 27 16 9 21 26 1 15 8 20 25 14 19 7 13 18 S 12 6 11 F 5 T 4 W T M S September 28 27 21 26 31 20 25 14 30 19 7 13 24 29 18 12 6 23 5 11 17 22 S 4 16 10 15 F 9 3 T 8 W 2 T 1 M S 29 28 May 22 27 1 21 26 8 15 31 20 25 14 7 30 19 13 24 6 18 23 12 5 17 11 16 S 4 10 9 F 3 T 2 W T M S January

5 6 7 8 9 30 24 29 23 3 28 17 22 10 2 27 16 21 9 26 1 15 20 8 25 14 19 7 13 18 S 12 6 11 F 5 T 4 W T M S June 25 30 24 29 4 18 23 28 11 3 17 22 10 27 16 2 21 9 26 15 20 1 8 14 19 S 13 7 12 F 6 T 5 W T M S June 2 3 4 5 6 7 28 27 21 26 31 20 25 14 30 19 7 13 24 29 18 12 6 23 5 11 17 22 S 4 16 10 15 F 9 3 T 8 W 2 T 1 M S October 29 28 22 27 1 21 26 15 31 20 8 25 14 30 19 7 13 24 18 23 12 6 5 17 11 16 S 4 10 9 F 3 T 2 W T M S October 9 0 1 2 3 4 25 24 4 11 18 23 28 10 3 17 22 27 9 16 2 21 26 15 8 20 1 14 19 S 7 13 12 F 6 T 5 W T M S February 26 25 5 19 24 12 18 23 11 4 28 17 10 22 27 3 16 9 21 2 15 20 S 8 14 1 13 F 7 T 6 W T M S February

3 4 5 6 7 8 29 28 22 27 1 8 21 26 15 31 20 7 25 14 30 19 13 24 6 18 23 12 5 17 11 16 S 4 10 9 F 3 T 2 W T M S July 30 29 23 28 2 9 22 27 16 21 1 8 26 31 15 20 25 7 14 19 24 13 6 18 12 17 S 5 11 10 F 4 T 3 W T M S July 6 7 8 9 0 31 25 30 24 29 4 11 18 23 28 10 3 17 22 27 9 16 2 21 26 15 8 20 1 14 19 S 7 13 12 F 6 T 5 W T M S March 26 31 25 30 5 19 24 12 29 18 23 11 4 28 17 10 22 27 3 16 9 21 2 15 20 S 8 14 1 13 F 7 T 6 W T M S March 9 0 1 2 3 4 25 30 24 29 4 11 18 23 28 10 3 17 22 27 9 16 2 21 26 15 8 20 1 14 19 S 7 13 12 F 6 T 5 W T M S November 26 25 30 5 19 24 12 29 18 23 11 4 28 17 10 22 27 3 16 9 21 2 15 20 S 8 14 1 13 F 7 T 6 W T M S November

1 2 3 4 5 6 27 26 31 20 25 30 13 19 24 6 12 29 5 18 23 11 28 17 4 22 10 16 21 3 S 9 15 14 F 2 8 T 1 7 W T M S 30 29 August 23 28 2 22 27 9 16 21 1 26 8 15 20 25 14 7 19 24 13 18 6 12 17 S 5 11 10 F 4 T 3 W T M S April 0 1 2 3 4 5 26 31 25 30 5 19 24 12 29 18 23 11 4 28 17 10 22 27 3 16 9 21 2 15 20 S 8 14 1 13 F 7 T 6 W T M S 29 28 August 22 27 1 21 26 8 15 20 25 14 7 30 19 13 24 6 18 23 12 5 17 11 16 S 4 10 9 F 3 T 2 W T M S April 4 5 6 7 8 9 30 29 23 28 2 22 27 16 21 1 9 26 31 15 20 8 25 14 19 24 7 13 18 12 6 17 S 5 11 10 F 4 T 3 W T M S December 31 30 24 29 23 3 28 17 22 2 10 27 16 21 9 26 1 15 20 25 8 14 19 13 7 18 S 12 6 11 F 5 T 4 W T M S December

September September

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Labor Day Convocation 4 pm

Classes begin Activities fair

Meal plan begins at dinner 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Last day for late registration

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Autumnal Equinox Homecoming Weekend

25 26 27 28 29 30 Homecoming Weekend Parents and Family Weekend 2005 October 2005 November 2005 SATURDAY SATURDAY Parents Parents and Family Weekend Thanksgiving recess begins Registration for Winter semester 1 8 15 22 29 5 12 19 26 FRIDAY FRIDAY FRIDAY Meal Meal plan ends at dinner Veterans Day Veterans Registration ends Last day for withdrawal for day Last courses semester Fall from

7 14 21 28 4 11 18 25 THURSDAY THURSDAY THURSDAY Yom Kippur Yom Eid al-Fitr begins at sundown Ramadan ends Thanksgiving

6 13 20 27 3 10 17 24

WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY WEDNESDAY Yom Kippur begins Yom at sundown Fall recess begins Ramadan Rosh Hashanah 2 5 12 19 26

9 16 23 30 TUESDAY TUESDAY TUESDAY Election Day 1 4 11 18 25

8 15 22 29 Rosh Hashanah Ramadan begins at sundown MONDAY MONDAY MONDAY

Columbus Day Halloween Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown 3 10 17 24 31

7 14 21 28 Thanksgiving recess ends Meal plan begins at dinner Daylight Saving ends Time Fall recess ends Parents Parents and Family Weekend 2 9 16 23 30 SUNDAY SUNDAY 6 13 20 27 December December

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Fall semester ends Final exams begin

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Final exams end

Meal plan ends at dinner

18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Winter Solstice

25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Christmas Kwanzaa New Year’s Eve through Jan. 1 Hanukkah begins

at sundown 2005 January January

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 New Year’s Day Meal plan begins at Classes begin, Winter dinner semester Hanukkah ends

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Martin Luther King Last day for late Registration for Short Jr. Day registration Term begins

No classes 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Registration for Short Term ends

29 30 31 2006 February February

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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5 6 7 8 9 10 11

12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Valentine’s Day Meal plan ends at dinner Winter recess begins

19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 Winter recess ends Meal plan begins at dinner 2006 March March

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1 2 3 4 Last day to request Last day to withdraw Registration for Fall off-campus study from Winter semester semester courses

5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Registration ends

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19 20 21 22 23 24 25

26 27 28 29 30 31 2006 April April

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Winter semester ends Final exams begin

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Final exams end Meal plan ends at dinner

16 17 18 19 20 21 22

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 Meal plan begins at Short Term begins Last day for late Short Last day for withdrawal dinner Term registration from Short Term 2006 30 May May

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

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7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Short Term ends Final meal plan ends at dinner

28 29 30 31 Commencement Memorial Day 2006 June June

SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Reunion begins

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Reunion ends

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25 26 27 28 29 30 2006

Index Housing Lottery Housing Housing Center Health Campus on Ban Liquor Hard Requirements Education General Firearms and Protection Fire Life Extracurricular Committee Life Residential and Activities Extracurricular 51 Examinations System Announcement E-mail Keys Room and E-Access Resources and Information Alcohol and Drug Damage Dorm Agreement by Disposition Sanctions Disciplinary Process Disciplinary Actions Disciplinary Services Dining Review Deans’ Conduct Disorderly or Dangerous Facilities College to Damage Services Custodial Requirements Curriculum Services Counseling Records Student of Confidentiality Services Computing Commons Store College Professionals and Groups Religious of Behaviors and Activites for Policies College Governance College Procedures Damage Dorm College Policy Use Computer College Processes Disciplinary and Conduct Student of Code College Policy Drug and Alcohol College Life Cocurricular Chaplain Policy Chalking Service-Learning for Center Campus on Cars Procedures Blueslipping Bates College Student Government (BCSG) Government Student College Bates Abuse Drug and Alcohol Prevent to Program College Bates Conduct Student of Code College Bates Facilities Ahtletic Athletics Appeals Programs Parent and Alumni Office Action Affirmative System Advisory Administration Institution the Against Actions Persons Against Actions Misconduct Academic Life Academic Students TransferMatriculated and for CreditLeave Academic Index 24, 54 24, 59 27, 23 22 40 29 12 79 27 29 16 32 22 66 68 57 68 39 61 59 45 12 41 19 42 39 38 56 49 54 53 57 51 21 38 32 48 24 29 49 51 57 37 36 68 35 35 11 60 59 58 11 17 7 Writing WorkshopWriting Reinstatement and Dismissal Withdrawal, Buildings Residential in Visitors CreditTransfer Academic of Transcripts Policy Strikes Three Groups Support Organizations Student Life Student Confidentiality and Records Student Services Financial Student Committee Conduct Student Code Conduct Student TagsStorage and Storage Activities Student Conduct of Standards Misconduct Social Tobaccoand Smoking Policy Assault Sexual Service-Learning Office Safety Campus and Security slipping) (blue Registration Room 76 Responsibilities and Rights Resources, Life Residential 17 Regulations Services Dining and Hall Residential (RC’s)Coordinators Residential Chaplaincy and Life Religious Dismissal or Withdrawal after Reinstatement Services Registrar 61 Procedure Registration Policy Refund Recycling Misconduct Alleged Resolving for Procedures Discrimination of Charges for Procedures Office Post Plant Physical Leave Personal Option Pass/Fail Parties Regulations Parking Administrators Service Student and Deans the of Offices Services Career of Office Resources and Services Offices, Programs Study Off-Campus Harassment Sexual and Nondiscrimination Archives Muskie Art of Museum Center Multicultural VehiclesMotor Mediation Absence of Leaves 60 Library Ladd (JA’s)Advisors Junior Misconduct Alleging Complaints of Investigation Services Information BATES STUDENT HANDBOOK 2005 BATESHANDBOOK STUDENT – 06 45, 78 45, 76 69, 49 17 77 17 18 33 42 28 21 19 46 62 57 27 27 58 52 59 21 47 29 21 23 38 46 14 18 47 73 46 44 17 15 29 24 37 35 16 72 43 44 43 24 62 17 42 23 42 7 91 Bates values a diverse college community. Moreover, Bates does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital or parental status, age, or disability, in the recruitment and admission of its students, in the administration of its educational policies and programs, or in the recruitment and employment of its faculty and staff.

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