NIACC Student Handbook
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Information about expectations for student conduct and other policy matters North Iowa Area Community College is required by the Federal government, affecting students are described here. These policies are subject to review through the Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, to provide all and change and their publication does not forfeit that right. For questions or students with specified consumer information. Consumer information can be concerns, please contact the Student Development Office located in the found in the Student Handbook and at https://www.niacc.edu/about/consumer Pierce Administration Building, Room 104. -information/ You may request a printed copy of NIACC policies/reports by contacting the Student Development office or the Financial Aid office. Mission State-Based Student Complaints Process NIACC Student Development opens pathways for success by providing academic support, encouraging educational, career and life-long learning, The Iowa College Student Aid Commission (the Commission) has and fostering personal and social growth, one student at a time. overarching, statutory authority under Iowa Code Chapter 261b to determine the registration (i.e., licensure or authorization) status of postsecondary Vision educational institutions that operate at a physical location within the State of Iowa or that offer distance education courses and programs to Iowa NIACC Student Development empowers every student to dream, achieve, residents. In addition, the Commission administers provisions of Iowa’s and contribute! student consumer protection laws in Iowa Code Section 714.18, 714.19, 714.23, 714.24 that address financial responsibility for certain educational institutions, and, for proprietary institutions, a tuition refund policy for Values and Principles withdrawn, students. Student Development is guided by the following: Persons who have questions about a postsecondary educational institution’s Integrity compliance with Iowa Code Chapter 261b, and Iowa Code Sections 714.18, 714.19, 714.23 and 714.24 should contact: Empathy and understanding Empowerment Iowa College Student Aid Commission Leading by example (877) 272-4456. Professional skill and competence In addition, the Iowa College Student Aid Commission maintains a Responsibility Constituent Request for Review process that meets the conditions of federal regulations in 34 CFR 600.9(a)(1). These regulations state that a Respect postsecondary educational institution located in a State is legally authorized Trust by the State, in part, if the State has a process to review and appropriate act on complaints concerning the institution. The commission accepts complaints from any student attending any postsecondary educational institution located in Iowa, and from any Iowa resident attending a postsecondary educational institution located in any other State. A student may initiate the Constituent Request for Review process at: https://www.iowacollegeaid.gov/StudentComplaintForm STUDENT HANDBOOK ACADEMIC/DISCIPLINARY POLICIES Academic Probation ................................................................. 4 Sexual Assault ................................................................................ 38 Academic Progress .................................................................. 4 Tornado .......................................................................................... 35 Academic Suspension .............................................................. 4 Academic Warning ................................................................... 4 STUDENT SERVICES Crisis Response Statement ...................................................... 6 Collegiate Athletic Program .................................................... 40 Formal Student Complaint Policy ............................................. 6 Athletic Conference ........................................................... 40 Fresh Start ................................................................................ 5 Coaches ............................................................................ 40 Grade Appeal Process ............................................................. 5 Recreation Center ............................................................. 40 Grade Point Average Requirement ......................................... 4 Counseling .............................................................................. 40 Health Science COVID-19 Vaccination Academic Advising ............................................................ 41 Exemption Application Process ............................................. 6 Career Services ................................................................ 47 International Student Policy ...................................................... 6 Course Placement Information.......................................... 67 Mask and Distancing Protocols ................................................ 7 Student Health .................................................................. 41 Personal Electronic Devices ................................................... 24 Substance Abuse Prevention ............................................ 42 Registered Sex Offenders ........................................................ 7 Disability Services ................................................................... 41 Sexual Misconduct and Non-Discrimination ............................. 7 Service Animals ................................................................ 41 Speech and Expression.......................................................... 24 Temporary Medical Conditions Assistance Policy ............ 41 Student Conduct Code ........................................................... 25 TRIO / Student Support Services............................................ 42 Student Drivers Policy ............................................................ 31 Vocational Rehabilitation ........................................................ 42 Suicide Prevention Protocol ................................................... 31 Financial Aid and Scholarships ............................................... 42 Technology Policy .................................................................. 29 Federal and State Financial Aid ....................................... 42 Trip Policy (College Sponsored) ............................................. 31 Grants ............................................................................... 42 Wellness Support ................................................................... 32 Loans ................................................................................ 43 Video Surveillance Policy ....................................................... 32 Method and Frequency of Disbursements ........................ 43 Satisfactory Progress for Financial Aid Recipients ........... 43 COLLEGE SERVICES Scholarships...................................................................... 45 BookZone ............................................................................... 33 Veterans’ Educational Benefits ......................................... 47 Bus Service ............................................................................ 33 Work Study........................................................................ 43 College Operating Hours ........................................................ 33 Pathways Navigation (GAP/GEER/PACE) ............................. 48 Food Court.............................................................................. 34 On-Campus Housing ............................................................. 48 Library..................................................................................... 34 C-Store .............................................................................. 49 Lost and Found....................................................................... 34 Denial of Housing Privileges ............................................. 49 NIACC OneCard ..................................................................... 34 GPA Contractual Requirements for Residence Technical Support................................................................... 35 In Housing ..................................................................... 49 Housing Rates................................................................... 49 EMERGENCY PROCEDURES Registration and Records ....................................................... 49 Emergency Policy ................................................................... 35 Academic Transcript ......................................................... 49 Fire ......................................................................................... 35 Additional Credit Options .................................................. 51 General .................................................................................. 35 Changes in Registration ................................................... 49 Inclement Weather ................................................................. 35 Classification of Students .................................................. 50 Prohibited and Restricted Campus Activities.......................... 38 Credits and Grading .......................................................... 50 Chalking ............................................................................ 38 Degree Requirements ....................................................... 52 Distribution of Materials ...................................................