FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS Cisco College – Cisco Campus………………………………………………………………………………. (254) 442-5000 Cisco Campus Fax………………………………………………………………………………………………… (254) 442-5100 Cisco College Abilene Education Center………………………………………………………………. (325) 794-4400 Abilene Education Center Fax……………………………………………………………………………… (254) 442-5100 Financial Aid (Cisco)……………………………………………………………………………………………. (254) 442-5153 Financial Aid (Abilene)………………………………………………………………………………………… (325) 794-4412 Admissions (Cisco)………………………………………………………………………………………………. (254) 442-5132 Admissions (Abilene)…………………………………………………………………………………………… (325) 794-4403 Advising / Testing (Cisco)……………………………………………………………………………………. (254) 442-5024 Advising / Testing (Abilene)………………………………………………………………………………… (325) 794-4405 Bookstore (Cisco)…………………………………………………………………………………………........ (254) 442-5138 Bookstore (Abilene)……………………………………………………………………………………………. (325) 794-4451 Dean of Student Services ……………………………………………………………………………………. (254) 442-5173 Student Housing (Cisco Only)………………………………………………………………………………. (254) 442-5178 Library (Cisco)…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. (254) 442-5026 Library (Abilene)…………………………………………………………………………………………………. (325) 794-4481 IT Help Desk………………………………………………………………………………………………………… (254) 442-5010 Notice of Nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies. Lori Grubbs, Ed.D. Title IX Coordinator 101 College Heights Student Life Building – Cisco Campus Cisco, Texas 76437 254-442-5022 Leigh Dycus Disability Services Coordinator 101 College Heights Vo-Tech I Rm 31 – Cisco Campus Cisco, Texas 76437 254-442-5023 Deborah Castleman Disability Services Coordinator 717 E. Industrial Blvd Office 5– Abilene Educational Center Abilene, Texas 79602 325-794-4406 2019-2020 STUDENT HANDBOOK TABLE OF CONTENTS Welcome Message ....................................................................... 6 Mission Statement ....................................................................... 7 Accreditation ................................................................................ 8 Where to go for… (Cisco) ............................................................. 9 Where to go for… (Abilene) ........................................................ 10 Necessary Terms to Know .......................................................... 11 INFORMATION AND OPERATING HOURS Administration, Faculty .............................................................. 13 Library ......................................................................................... 13 Bookstore ................................................................................... 14 Dining ......................................................................................... 14 Student Union Building (SUB) .................................................... 15 Lost & Found .............................................................................. 15 Cashing of Student Checks ......................................................... 15 Honor Student Recognition ........................................................ 15 Health Care ................................................................................. 16 Student Insurance ...................................................................... 16 STUDENT SERVICES Academic Support Services ........................................................ 17 Guarantee of Job Competency ................................................... 18 Distance Learning Programs ....................................................... 19 Financial Aid ............................................................................... 19 Veteran's Assistance Program .................................................... 21 Rehabilitation Assistance ........................................................... 21 Institutional Aid .......................................................................... 21 Scholarships ................................................................................ 21 STUDENT ACTIVITIES Performing Arts Programs .......................................................... 23 Wrangler Belles .......................................................................... 23 Intercollegiate Athletics ............................................................. 23 Campus Clubs & Organizations .................................................. 24 Student Government Association .............................................. 24 Student Organizations Funds ..................................................... 25 How to Activate Campus Organizations ..................................... 25 CISCO COLLEGE 3 2019-2020 STUDENT HANDBOOK COLLEGE POLICIES AND REGULATIONS Student Identification Card ........................................................ 25 Summons to an Office ................................................................ 26 Credit Schedule, Tuition & Mandatory Fees .............................. 26 Refund Policy .............................................................................. 27 Title IV Refund Policy .................................................................. 27 Class Attendance ........................................................................ 27 Grade Reports ............................................................................ 29 Late Registration ........................................................................ 29 Schedule Changes....................................................................... 29 Dropping Courses ....................................................................... 29 Withdrawal from College ........................................................... 30 Administrative Withdrawal ........................................................ 30 Transcript of Work ..................................................................... 30 Privacy of Information ................................................................ 30 Notice to Students ...................................................................... 31 Use of College Facilities .............................................................. 32 Soliciting ..................................................................................... 32 Motor Vehicle Regulations ......................................................... 33 Parking Permits .......................................................................... 33 Computer Use Policy .................................................................. 37 Immunizations ............................................................................ 39 Important Information about Bacterial Meningitis.................... 40 Policy & Guide on Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome ...... 41 Policy & Guide on Drug-Free Workplace, School & Campus ..... 45 STUDENT CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES General Policies .......................................................................... 53 Student Rights and Responsibilities ........................................... 54 Specific Prohibitions ................................................................... 55 Security Measures ...................................................................... 62 Campus Security Disclosures ...................................................... 63 Title IX/Non-Discrimination…………………………………………………….63 Where to Report Sexual Assault or Misconduct……………………… 65 Concealed Handgun Campus Carry Policy.................................. 66 Prohibited Group Disturbances .................................................. 71 Academic Integrity ..................................................................... 72 Disciplinary Actions .................................................................... 73 Student Grievance, Complaint, and Appeals ............................. 74 CISCO COLLEGE 4 2019-2020 STUDENT HANDBOOK RESIDENCE HALL HANDBOOK (Cisco campus only) Opening of Residence Hall ......................................................... 78 Necessary Steps Prior to Moving Into the Residence Hall ......... 78 Moving Into the Residence Hall ................................................. 79 Room Assignment and Changes ................................................. 79 Room & Board Costs .................................................................. 79 Residence Hall Closing ................................................................ 80 Necessary Steps for Checking Out of the Residence Hall........... 80 Residence Hall Supervisor .......................................................... 80 Emergency Procedures ............................................................... 81 Room Care and Maintenance ..................................................... 81 Residence Hall Hours & Visitation .............................................. 82 Resident Conduct ....................................................................... 83 Pets and Comfort/Therapy Animal Policy .................................. 84 Disciplinary Action ...................................................................... 88 Group Disturbances .................................................................... 88 Room Search .............................................................................. 88 Common Area Damages ............................................................. 88 Outdoor Cooking Area