Student Resources
Student Rights
Students have the responsibility to obey and follow College policy and procedures and the Associated Student Body Government Policies, Federal and state statutes, and city ordinances, to respect the rights of others, to fulfill academic requirements of their courses, to contribute to a positive, productive learning environment at the College, and to take responsibility for personal decisions and conduct.
The following rights and responsibilities apply to all registered students:
1. Academic Requirements: students have the right to be informed about academic requirements of courses and programs.
2. STUDENT RECORDS: Student academic records and personal information are protected and governed by federal and state laws and College policy and procedures.
3. RIGHTS OF ASSOCIATION: Students have the right to join any recognized student organization or club, associate freely with other individuals or groups of individuals for purposes that do not infringe on the rights of others.
4. RIGHTS OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: Students have the right to an environment that is free from illegal forms of discrimination including sexual harassment, in accordance with College policies.
5. RIGHTS OF EXPRESSION: Students have the right to express their views on College policy or matters of general interest but such expression must be made without disruption to the operations of the College or interfere with the rights of others.
6. SAFE ENVIRONMENT: Students can function daily and feel secure regarding concern for personal safety.
7. RIGHT TO REPRESENTATION FOR INSTITUTIONAL GOVERNANCE: Students have the opportunity to participate in the decision making process that governs the institution through representation on campus committees and the Student Senate (SGA).
8. PROMPT RESPONSES FROM ADMINISTRATION: Students have the right to expect attention and prompt responses from administration regarding student concerns and proposals.
9. POLICY/LEGAL CHANGES: Students have the right to be informed in a timely manner of any changes to policy or law.
10. RIGHT TO INITIATE COMPLAINT PROCESS: students have the right to initiate a complaint concerning an alleged violation of College policies or procedures by another student, faculty or staff member. A student who has reason to believe that any College policy/procedure denies, abuses or diminishes his/her rights may initiate the student complaint resolution procedure.
11. RIGHT TO DUE PROCESS: procedures are in place to insure every students rights are protected.
STANDARDS OF CONDUCT
§ Academic conduct that reflects the highest level of honesty and integrity.
§ Actions that are civil, courteous and respectful of all members of the campus community, their property, and the property of the institution.
§ Social behavior that encourages responsibility, and discourages the unlawful use of alcohol, illicit drugs and weapons.
§ Group behavior that promotes mutual respect, equality and safety of its members, and opposes those acts that harass, intimidate or haze its members.
A. PROHIBITED CONDUCT SUBJECT TO DISCIPLINE
1. Physical or sexual assault
2. Disorderly conduct
3. Damage of property
4. Unauthorized access or unlawful entry
5. Intentional disruption
6. Alteration, fabrication or misuse of I.D. cards, other documents or computer files and systems
7. Violation of CLSCC policies or regulations
8. Violation of federal, state or local law that affects pursuit of educational purpose
9. Failure to comply with directions of campus officials or give identity
10. Harassment/Discrimination-sexual, race, religious views, veteran status, political affiliation, gender, age, national origin, orientation or disability
11. Misuse of computers
APPEALS & COMPLAINTS
Final Course Grade – refer to Student Handbook page 169 or see Vice-President for Academics Affairs.
Parking tickets- appeal forms are available at the switchboard, Business Offie, Office of Student Services and Office of Student Life & Leadership.
TUITION REFUNDS-see Office of Student Services (U-110A)
COMPLAINTS:
Written student complaints can be voiced through the “How are we serving you?” boxes located in each building across campus.
