STUDENT HANDBOOK 2016-2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS Mission/Vision Statements and Guiding Principles ........................................................................3 General Information .........................................................................................................................5 Academic .............................................................................................................................5 Campus Life .......................................................................................................................15 Student Conduct .............................................................................................................................32 Code of Conduct ................................................................................................................32 Judicial Council .................................................................................................................51 Student Organizations ....................................................................................................................56 Student Government Association ......................................................................................56 Guidelines for Student Organization .................................................................................66 College Committees ...........................................................................................................73 Residence Life Housing Policies ...................................................................................................74 College Policies .............................................................................................................................81 Aids Policy .........................................................................................................................82 Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics ....................................................................82 College Parking Policy ......................................................................................................86 Credit Card Solicitation and Marketing Policy ..................................................................90 E-Mail Policy .....................................................................................................................90 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Policy...................................................................90 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) ......................................................91 Fire Safety ..........................................................................................................................91 Firearms/Deadly Weapons/Destructive Devices Policy ....................................................92 1 Hazing Policy .....................................................................................................................93 Missing Person Procedure ..................................................................................................93 Parking Permits ..................................................................................................................94 Sexual Harassment .............................................................................................................95 Sexual Misconduct Policy ..................................................................................................97 Skateboards, Rollerblades & Scooters .............................................................................103 Stalking Policy .................................................................................................................103 Substance Abuse Policy ...................................................................................................105 Tobacco and Related Product Policy ...............................................................................105 Withholding Diplomas and Official Transcripts ..............................................................106 Guidelines for Wearing of Honor Stoles, Cords, Pins, and Ribbons at Commencement ............................................................................................................108 Directory ......................................................................................................................................109 Appendix A – Clery Act ..............................................................................................................114 Appendix B – Credit Card Solicitation and Marketing on GSC Campus....................................117 Appendix C – Antihazing Law ....................................................................................................119 Appendix D – Request To Reside Off Campus ...........................................................................121 Appendix E – Student Life Complaint Form ...............................................................................123 Appendix F – WV State Law 61-2-9(a) Stalking; harassment; penalties ....................................125 Appendix G – WV State Law 60-7-12a(b) Underage Alcohol Law ...........................................130 Campus Map ................................................................................................................................135 Index ............................................................................................................................................136 For a greater breakdown of topics and more specific information please see the index at the end of this document. 2 MISSION STATEMENT Glenville State College prepares and inspires students to be thoughtful, productive, engaged, and responsible citizens who contribute to the well-being of their community, state, nation, and world. VISION STATEMENT Glenville State College will be recognized as one of the best small public liberal arts colleges in the country. STUDENT LIFE MISSION STATEMENT Student Life offers a wide variety of services, facilities, and activities that foster student development, support the academic curriculum, and enhance the quality of campus life. It augments the academic endeavors of the College by providing quality support services and co- curricular opportunities in a caring, student-centered environment that promotes student responsibility and character development. Student Life strives to be a full partner in the educational process by offering programs and services that supplement classroom instruction. OATH OF EXCELLENCE Consistent with its mission, the College expects all members of the campus community to conduct themselves in a professional, ethical, and lawful manner. Consequently, new students are to commit themselves at the Matriculation Convocation to abide by the principles contained in the College’s oath of excellence which follows. As a member of the Glenville State College community I dedicate myself to the pursuit of intellectual, cultural, personal, and social growth. To show this commitment I affirm the following: Freedom of Speech - I will respect the right of others to express themselves as guaranteed by the Constitution of the United States. Civil and Human Rights - I pledge to protect the civil and human rights of my fellow students, the faculty, staff and administrators and all members of our College community. Cultivation of Character - I pledge that I will continue to develop virtues such as courage, compassion, humility, honesty, and loyalty. Academic Integrity - I will dedicate myself to an on-going pursuit of knowledge and truth. Diversity - I will respect the integrity of each person and value individuals for their contributions, which enrich our community. Social Responsibility - I will contribute to the Glenville State College community and leave our College a better place for my having been here. 3 Consideration of Others - I will demonstrate concern for the welfare of others and I will respect the dignity of all persons. GUIDING PRINCIPLES The College is guided by key principles in the advancement of its mission and vision. These principles are: Student Centered The College will act in the best interest of students in the development and implementation of its academic programs and student support services. Community The faculty, staff, and students of the College will work collaboratively to enrich the learning environment and educational practices of the institution. Diversity The College will exhibit and celebrate the span of human diversity across national origins, religions, cultures, and genders. Integrity Members of the College community will conduct themselves in a responsible, fair, empathetic, and ethical manner. Leadership The College will foster leadership that promotes excellence in instruction, career preparation, support services, basic and applied research, and creative expression. Innovation The College culture will promote and celebrate continuous improvement through the assessment of student learning and organizational practices. Service The College will support and contribute to the economic development and the public good of West Virginia and beyond. 4 ACADEMIC GENERAL INFORMATION Please consult the College Catalog for more complete information on Academic Programs and Policies ACADEMIC ADVISING Students will be assigned to faculty advisors when they enter the College. Faculty advisors help students in matters of study skills, scheduling classes, and academic