2019-2020 STUDENT HANDBOOK This handbook is designed to serve as a guide to the rules, policies and services of the University; therefore, it is not intended to establish a contract and the University reserves the right to amend, modify, or change regulations, policies, and financial charges stated in this handbook throughout the year. In such a case, the University will make reasonable efforts to notify community members, in a timely manner, of any changes in policies and regulations (Tusculum University recognizes University issued e-mail accounts as the primary means of notification for Official University Business). Revised January 2020 Table of Contents I. TUSCULUM UNIVERSITY INFORMATION ...................................................................... 1 A. Mission .................................................................................................................... 1 Tusculum University provides a comprehensive education in a Judeo-Christian environment, grounded in a civic, liberal, and medical arts curriculum with pathways for career preparation, personal development and civic engagement. 1 B. Vision ...................................................................................................................... 1 C. Core Values............................................................................................................. 1 D. Accreditation .......................................................................................................... 1 E. History .................................................................................................................... 1 F. Presbyterian Heritage ............................................................................................ 2 G. University Structures of Significance ...................................................................... 2 H. Customs and Traditions .......................................................................................... 4 II. UNIVERSITY SERVICES ................................................................................................. 6 A. Alert Notification Systems ....................................................................................... 6 B. Career Development ............................................................................................... 6 C. Information Technology ......................................................................................... 6 D. Campus Safety ........................................................................................................ 7 E. Counseling and ADA Services ................................................................................. 7 F. Library Services ....................................................................................................... 8 G. The Academic Resource Center ............................................................................... 8 H. The Tutoring Center ................................................................................................ 9 I. Center for Civic Advancement, Global and Mission Studies ................................... 9 J. Inclement Weather ................................................................................................ 9 K. Change in Address, Name or Telephone Number ................................................ 10 L. Scheduling of Facilities ......................................................................................... 10 M. Niswonger Commons ........................................................................................... 10 N. Campus Religious Life........................................................................................... 11 O. Lost and Found ..................................................................................................... 11 P. Campus Weight Room .......................................................................................... 11 Q. Withdrawal, Financial Aid, and Attendance Policy/Procedure ............................ 11 III. STUDENT AFFAIRS ................................................................................................... 13 A. Student Clubs & Organizations ............................................................................. 13 B. Guidelines for Clubs and Organizations ................................................................ 13 C. New Club and Organization Process ..................................................................... 14 D. Responsibilities of Clubs and Organizations ......................................................... 14 E. Student Organizations.......................................................................................... 15 B. Student Sports Programs ..................................................................................... 20 IV. CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT - BEHAVIOR EDUCATION ............................................... 2 A. Authority, Scope, & Jurisdiction ............................................................................. 2 B. Standards for Personal & Community Conduct ..................................................... 3 Revised October 2019 ii C. Illustrative Regulations .......................................................................................... 3 D. Alcohol & Controlled Substance Policy.................................................................... 9 E. AIDS Policy Statement .......................................................................................... 14 F. Amorous Relations Policy ..................................................................................... 15 G. Confiscation Policy ............................................................................................... 15 H. Freedom of Expression Policy ............................................................................... 15 I. Hazing Policy ......................................................................................................... 18 J. Health Information Policy ....................................................................................... 20 K. Information Systems Appropriate Use Policy........................................................ 21 L. Pet Policy ............................................................................................................... 31 M. Support Services for Individuals with Disabilities .................................................. 33 DEFINITIONS:.................................................................................................................. 38 RECORDS ........................................................................................................................ 40 GENERAL GUIDELINES ..................................................................................................... 41 CARE FOR WHEN HANDLER MUST BE AWAY FROM RESIDENCE: ...................................... 41 ANIMAL BEHAVIOR......................................................................................................... 41 N. Intellectual Property Policy ...................................................................................... 47 O. Military Deployment Policy ................................................................................... 47 P. Military Spouse Leave of Absence ......................................................................... 49 Q. Motor Vehicle Operation and Parking Policy ........................................................ 50 R. Non-Discrimination Statement ............................................................................. 50 S. Organizations Policy .............................................................................................. 51 T. Peer Harassment and Relationship Policies & Reporting Procedure .................... 55 U. Posting & Distribution Policy ................................................................................. 58 V. Review of Applicant Conduct in Admission Process .............................................. 59 W. Sexual Harassment (Including Assault) Policy Statement and Reporting Procedures............................................................................................................. 64 Y. Solicitation, Sales and Fundraising Events Policy ................................................. 80 Z. Student Complaint Policy ...................................................................................... 81 AA. Student Privacy - FERPA ........................................................................................ 83 BB. Definitions ............................................................................................................. 85 CC. Procedural Information ......................................................................................... 87 RL. Residential Life & Housing ................................................................................. 103 RL1 Undergraduate Campus Housing ........................................................................ 103 RL2 Housing Patterns ................................................................................................. 105 RL3 Housing/Room Assignment Process ................................................................... 105 RL4 Residential Life Program ..................................................................................... 107 RL5 Residential Life & Housing Services and Policies................................................. 107