Student Handbook Engaging Minds. Embracing the World. La Roche University Mission Statement La Roche University, a Catholic institution of higher learning, founded and sponsored by the Congregation of the Sisters of Divine Providence, fosters global citizenship and creates a community of scholars from the region, the nation and around the world. The University integrates liberal arts and professional education in creative ways, empowering all members of our community to become lifelong learners, achieve success in their chosen careers and promote justice and peace in a constantly changing global society. La Roche University Student Handbook This Student Handbook contains an abundance of information to help you in your travels at La Roche University. Please refer to it often to gain insight on policies and procedures. It is filled with information that you can refer to over and over again. The policies and procedures have been developed to respect students’ rights while encouraging responsibility. The years you attend La Roche University may very well be the most important ones in your life. You will meet fellow students from around the world and you will have the opportunity to share their beliefs, values, and attitudes. Take advantage of this wonderful opportunity you have been exposed to at La Roche. The staff and faculty are committed to helping you reach your academic and personal goals. To do this we encourage you to get involved in the many programs and activities we offer. We are continually striving to bring together those positive elements that will help you define your experiences and character. Our objective is to provide you with an educational environment that is challenging and rewarding, yet dynamic and progressive. I wish you the best, Colleen Ruefle Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Traffic/Parking Regulations ................................................................ 16 Payment of Fines ................................................................................ 17 Letter from the Vice President for student Life and Dean of Students ........... 1 Review/Appeals Process ..................................................................... 17 MISSION STATEMENT FOR THE DIVISION OF STUDENT LIFE ............................ 6 Towing & Vehicle Immobilization ......................................................... 17 HONOR CODE ................................................................................................ 7 Vehicle Registration ............................................................................ 18 STUDENT SERVICES ....................................................................................... 7 Warning Stickers ................................................................................. 14 The Bookstore .......................................................................................... 7 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY: POLICIES, PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES ..... 18 Mail Services Department ....................................................................... 8 Network & Email Accounts .................................................................... 19 Resident Student Mailbox Information & Procedures .............................. 8 Residence Halls..................................................................................... 16 PUBLIC SAFETY DEPARTMENT ....................................................................... 9 Student Password Management ............................................................ 19 e2campus Emergency Notification System ............................................ 10 Student Help Desk ................................................................................. 20 Firearms & Weapons ............................................................................. 10 General Policies..................................................................................... 21 Fire Safety ............................................................................................. 10 Summary of Civil & Criminal Penalties for Fire Drills ........................................................................................... 10 Violation of Federal Copyright Laws .................................................. 21 Fire Pit / Grill ..................................................................................... 10 Privileges .............................................................................................. 21 Missing Persons Policy .......................................................................... 12 Academic Computing Resources ........................................................... 22 Safety Escort Service ............................................................................. 12 Academic Computing Labs ................................................................... 22 Snow & Emergency Closing Policy ......................................................... 12 Print Quotas .......................................................................................... 23 Student IDs ........................................................................................... 12 Wright Library Resources ...................................................................... 23 Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) ........................................................... 13 Wireless Networks ................................................................................. 23 Vehicles on Campus .............................................................................. 14 Writing Center Resources ...................................................................... 23 Jurisdiction ........................................................................................ 14 Network Resources ................................................................................ 24 Motor Vehicle Accidents ..................................................................... 14 Unauthorized Access ............................................................................. 24 Parking Policy .................................................................................... 14 Netiquette ............................................................................................. 25 Commuter Parking ............................................................................. 16 Warranties ............................................................................................. 25 Residence Hall Parking ...................................................................... 16 Offenses & Disciplinary Action .............................................................. 26 Visitor Parking ................................................................................... 16 2 Additional Computer Lab Information ................................................... 26 Bias Incident Reporting ........................................................................ 37 Employment & Work-Study Opportunities .............................................. 26 Defining Hate Crimes & bias Incidents ................................................. 37 OFFICE OF STUDENT ACCOUNTS .................................................................. 27 Reporting Incidents of Bias ................................................................... 38 MyLaRoche Instructions ........................................................................ 27 Response to Bias Incident Reporting .................................................... 38 Payment Options ................................................................................... 28 Food Services ........................................................................................ 39 Cash or Check Payments ................................................................... 28 Counseling & Health Services ............................................................... 41 Credit Card Payments ....................................................................... 28 Medical Services ............................................................................... 41 Payment Plan Information ................................................................. 29 Emergencies...................................................................................... 41 Outside Payment Policies ...................................................................... 29 Health Insurance ............................................................................... 41 Tuition Reimbursement ..................................................................... 29 Immunization Policy .......................................................................... 42 Third-Party Billing ............................................................................. 30 Counseling Services .......................................................................... 43 Invoices & Current Student Account Status .......................................... 30 Student of Concern Program ............................................................. 43 E-Refunds ............................................................................................. 30 Serious Risk of Harm to Self or Others .............................................. 44 Health Insurance ................................................................................... 31 Library Services ..................................................................................... 45 Late Charges &