2021-2022 Property of:______________________________________________ Address:________________________________________________ Phone #:________________________________________________ In case of emergency, please notify: Name:___________________ Phone #:____________________ This Handbook & Planner is current as of July 2021, at the time of publication. Students and members of the College community are advised that any information contained in this handbook is subject to change at the discretion of the College. The College reserves the right to add, repeal, or amend any rules or regulations affecting students and any dates reported herein and once those changes are posted online, they are in effect. Students are encouraged to check online for the updated versions of all policies and procedures. In any such case, the College will provide appropriate notice as reasonable under the circumstances. Each student is expected to have knowledge of information contained in this handbook and in other college publications. Students are encouraged to check online at www.dc.edu for the updated versions of all policies and procedures. The information in this book was the best available at press time. Watch for additional information and changes. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form without getting prior written permission of the publisher. © 2021. SDI Innovations. All Rights Reserved. 2880 U.S. Hwy. 231 S. • Lafayette, IN 47909 • 765.471.8883 http://www.schooldatebooks.com • [email protected] 091122_5176 1 WELCOME TO DOMINICAN COLLEGE Dear Dominican College Student, It is with great pleasure that we take this opportunity to welcome you to Dominican Col- lege for the 2021-2022 Academic Year. If you are a first-year student, we thank you for choosing Dominican College, and congratulate you for making a tremendous investment in your own success. If you are a returning student, we celebrate your accomplishments and encourage you to reflect on the dedication and hard work it has taken to get to this point. We are extremely proud of the programs we offer our students, and we encourage you to make the most of your time with us. We hope that you will learn to use this student handbook and planner effectively. Issued by the Office of Student Development, it is designed to introduce our students to the opportunities, services, resources and policies relating to life at the College. For wellness needs and emotional support, do not hesitate to reach out to our staff in Counseling Services or the Student Health Center. If you want to know more about activities or leadership opportunities, find time to chat with our staff in the Student Engagement Suite. Do you need some help with class assignments? Speak to your professor, advisor and visit the Academic Success Center. These are just a few examples of resources available to you. Within the Student Handbook you will also find information on policies, procedures, and expectations of you as a student. It is the responsibility of all students, both undergradu- ate and graduate, to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct and College policies contained in this handbook, as well as any other regulations relating to life at Dominican College, including those contained in the College Catalog, Policy Manual, and other publications. The College reserves the right to make changes in College regulations, policies, procedures and other matters as it deems necessary. Your handbook also contains an academic planner to help you manage your time with us. Time management is an essential skill for success as a student, and eventually as a professional in the workplace. If you have questions about any of the content in this handbook, please contact the Office of Student Development or responsible office for clarification. On behalf of Student Development, we want to let you know that we are committed to helping you achieve your personal and academic goals while attending Dominican College. Please use the information within the Student Handbook to guide you to the resources and events that will be helpful to you and do not hesitate to contact us for assistance. We hope that you find this handbook useful. We look forward to seeing you on campus and wish you the best of luck as you start the new academic year. Remember, your college experience is what you make of it! Discover what it means to “Live a Charger Life!” Sincerely, Office of Student Development 2 Welcome! On behalf of the Dominican College Student Government Association, we would like to welcome you to the 2021-2022 school year. As members of the SGA, we are representatives of the student body, but we need your help to ensure a great year! Please feel free to stop by the SGA office located in the Student Engagement Suite (Casey Hall, Room 1), e-mail us at [email protected], or contact any one of the DC SGA members to voice your ideas and recommendations. We encourage everyone to attend as many events, on campus or virtually, as possible, join clubs, and support our Chargers! The DC SGA is here to help you. We hope that you make the most of this year, stay on top of all of your work, and most of all - have fun! Sincerely, Student Government Association 3 CLASS SCHEDULE first & second semester FIRST SEMESTER Time Subject Instructor Bldg/Rm SECOND SEMESTER Time Subject Instructor Bldg/Rm 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome to Dominican College....................................................................................................... 2 Academic Calendar 2021-2022......................................................................................................... 6 Fall Term 2021.................................................................................................................................. 6 Wintersession 2022........................................................................................................................... 6 Spring Term 2022.............................................................................................................................. 6 Commencement Week 2022............................................................................................................. 7 Summer Term 2022........................................................................................................................... 7 Alternative Undergraduate Delivery Systems and Graduate Programs, 2021-2022........................ 7 A Perspective on Dominican College............................................................................................. 10 Mission............................................................................................................................................ 10 Inventory of Registered Programs.................................................................................................. 11 Directory of Offices........................................................................................................................ 13 Student Responsibilities.................................................................................................................. 15 17 Things Every College Student Should Do................................................................................. 16 Academic Information.................................................................................................................... 18 Retention and Student Success....................................................................................................... 18 Honor Societies............................................................................................................................... 25 Academic Success Center............................................................................................................... 26 The Sullivan Library....................................................................................................................... 26 Scholarships and Financial Aid....................................................................................................... 27 Financial Aid Policies/Procedures.................................................................................................. 27 Bursar Office................................................................................................................................... 31 Student Development...................................................................................................................... 32 Career Development Center............................................................................................................ 32 Community Engagement and Leadership Development................................................................ 33 Student Activities............................................................................................................................ 34 Student Right to Know................................................................................................................... 37 Consumer Information.................................................................................................................... 38 FERPA Annual Notice to Students.................................................................................................. 39 General Information........................................................................................................................ 42 Student Rules and Obligations for Use