Students

Welcome to Colby Community College

We are thrilled that you have chosen to be part of the Colby Community College family.

CCC continues to be a leader among Kansas community colleges. Last year, the College achieved the state's highest graduation rate, highest institutional retention rate, and largest percentage of enrollment growth. While we are proud of these accomplishments, our focus remains on continuous improvement. Every student who enrolls at CCC brings us one step closer to our goal of helping all students succeed.

At Colby Community College, you are our priority. Your success is at the heart of everything we do. Whether your goal is to earn an associate degree, transfer to a four-year institution, begin a rewarding career, or pursue advanced degrees in the future, CCC is committed to providing the support, opportunities, and resources you need to achieve your goals.

We look forward to an exciting and productive year ahead. As we continue to grow and improve, your contributions, experiences, and achievements will help shape the future of our campus community.

Welcome to CCC - we're glad you're here and look forward to being part of your journey. Have a great year!

Seth Macon Carter, Ed.D.
President, Colby Community College

Who We Are

Institutional Mission

Challenge students to adapt to a diverse society. Create opportunities for student growth. Connect student learning with professional experiences.

Vision

Colby Community College will be a national leader in academic and student success to transform the lives in the communities we serve.

Philosophy

Colby Community College is dedicated to the belief that each individual in northwest Kansas should have the opportunity to develop and expand skills and knowledge to achieve personal objectives. Implicit in this belief is the idea that education is a lifelong process. The college encourages residents of this area to participate fully in its educational services program.

Students attending Colby Community College are the most important people associated with the institution. All students deserve the opportunity to succeed regardless of their specific goals or aspirations. The college intends to encourage individual success. The individuality of students is respected and their potential is fostered through programs that include excellent classroom instruction, multiple opportunities for leadership, and an organized plan for counseling and advisement.

Student Outcomes

The college has identified the following expectations for all students who complete a degree at Colby Community College:

• Demonstrate effective oral communication.
• Communicate effectively in writing.
• Apply critical thinking skills.
• Integrate a variety of techniques for problem solving.
• Utilize technology relevant to field of study.
• Evaluate cultural awareness.

Online Services and ePortal

Students use ePortal to access campus online services. A Student ID and password are provided in the welcome email. Students should enter the nine-digit Student ID without dashes.

• Email: Every admitted student receives a campus email account. This is the primary email used by faculty and staff to communicate with students.
• Canvas: Many instructors post course materials in Canvas for online, face-to-face, and hybrid courses.
• TrojanWeb: Provides access to unofficial transcripts, billing statements, enrollment, grades, and financial aid information.
• Rave: Used to register for approved CCC emergency communications by text message and email.

For assistance resetting an ePortal password, contact Admissions at (785) 460-4690.

Academic Calendar

• View the Academic Calendar page.
• Download the 2026-2027 Academic Calendar PDF.

Key Dates

• Bus travels to campus from Denver International Airport on Friday, Aug. 14, 2026.
• Fall 2026 semester begins Monday, Aug. 17, 2026.
• Fall 2026 semester ends Thursday, Dec. 10, 2026.
• Bus travels to Denver International Airport on Friday, Dec. 11, 2026, at 7 a.m. Central Time.
• Bus travels to campus from Denver International Airport on Friday, Jan. 8, 2027.
• Spring 2027 semester begins Monday, Jan. 11, 2027.
• Spring 2027 semester ends Thursday, May 13, 2027.
• Graduation will be held Friday, May 14, 2027.
• Bus travels to Denver International Airport on Saturday, May 15, 2027, at 7 a.m. Central Time.

Important and Emergency Numbers

Campus and Community Information

Campus Map

Use the interactive Colby Community College campus map for current building and location information.

The City of Colby

The printed handbook includes a street map of Colby. For an accessible digital experience, use a current web mapping service or the College's campus map for campus destinations.

Community Resources

The handbook provides community medical, mental health, pharmacy, dental, vision, legal, crisis, and advocacy resources. Students should verify hours and availability directly with each provider.

Campus Hours and Information

The Colby Community College campus is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. Students are given access on their Student IDs or badges to access buildings during authorized hours outside general office hours.

CCC Cafeteria and Food Service

Food Service is open on a limited basis during school breaks; schedules are posted prior to breaks.

CCC FitLab

The CCC FitLab is open Sunday through Saturday to all students. Hours are posted each semester at the FitLab, located next to the practice gym.

H.F. Davis Library and Comprehensive Learning Center

• Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
• Friday: 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Saturday: Closed
• Sunday: 1-7 p.m.

Student Health

Student Health is located in the Robert Burnett Memorial Student Union. Schedule by emailing studenthealth@colbycc.edu. The handbook states that appointments are currently required and that hours will be posted after Aug. 20, 2026.

Trojan Trading Post

The Trojan Trading Post, formerly the CCC Bookstore, is located in the Robert Burnett Memorial Student Union. Hours are Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Services for Students

Advising Center

Academic advisement for on-campus and online students is the primary function of the Trojan Advising Center. Services include orientation, placement testing, transfer guidance, visits with transfer college representatives, and referrals for financial aid, career counseling, student housing, personal counseling, and health care.

Comprehensive Learning Center

The Comprehensive Learning Center offers faculty-recommended peer tutoring at no cost, a computer-assisted learning lab, proctoring services, supplemental materials, computers, Wi-Fi, printing, individual study areas, and group-study tables. The CLC is located in the H.F. Davis Memorial Library.

Counseling Services

Counseling Services assists students with personal growth and development. Services are available on a walk-in or appointment basis and are free to CCC students.

Disability Services

Students requesting disability-related services, resources, or accommodations should contact the Disability Coordinator at (785) 460-5514 or disability@colbycc.edu. Students receiving accommodations must request them each semester.

Financial Aid

Students can determine eligibility for Pell Grants, Student Loans, and Federal Work-Study by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. All required transcripts, forms, signatures, and Satisfactory Academic Progress requirements must be complete before aid offers can be sent.

Registrar

The Registrar's Office is responsible for student academic records, course withdrawal forms, complete withdrawal paperwork, transfer-credit evaluation, and conferral of degrees and certificates.

Residence Life

Residence halls provide on-campus living, study and social spaces, free laundry facilities, vending machines, computers, Wi-Fi, and lounges. Each residence hall is supervised by a coordinator and resident assistants.

Security

The Campus Security Officer patrols campus and regulates parking and vehicle traffic. Crimes committed on campus should be reported to Campus Security, residence hall coordinators, and/or the Executive Vice President.

Student Accounts

Student Accounts maintains billing, issues refund checks, coordinates payment plans, works with external student financial sources, and sells parking permits to students who live off campus.

Student Health

Student Health provides health counseling, insurance information, community referrals, health records, health education, screening and treatment for sexually transmitted diseases, family planning, allergy shots, basic first aid, laboratory testing and blood draws, and blood pressure monitoring.

Student Support Services

Student Support Services is a federally funded TRIO grant program designed to assist qualifying students. Services include tutoring, academic advising, course selection assistance, cultural and diverse events, transfer information, career services, financial literacy, educational workshops, and counseling.

Qualifying students must meet federal eligibility requirements, including U.S. citizenship or permanent residency, a need for academic support, and at least one of the following: first-generation college status, federal income eligibility, or a documented disability.

TrojanWeb

TrojanWeb provides access to grades, class schedules, the academic calendar, personal calendar, financial information, course schedules, unofficial transcripts, and enrollment information.

Student Activities, Clubs, and Organizations

Student Activities and Clubs

Colby Community College offers a variety of activities, clubs, and organizations. The Director of Student Life maintains a list of clubs and organizations and their sponsors.

Student Government

Student Government represents the needs and concerns of the student body and coordinates activities. Representatives are elected each spring.

Intramurals

Intramurals provide recreation for CCC students, including activities such as volleyball, basketball, softball, and flag football.

Facilities

Campus recreation facilities include the FitLab, gym, tennis courts, open green space, and social and recreation areas in the living centers.

Student Responsibilities and Code of Conduct

The students and staff of Colby Community College constitute a special community engaged in the education process. The college assumes students will demonstrate personal conduct based upon courtesy, integrity, common sense, and respect for others both inside and outside the classroom.

Students are responsible for knowing and following college rules and regulations. Responsibilities include:

• Observe all regulations of the college.
• Provide required admissions documents.
• Consult counselors regarding adjustment difficulties, career planning, and personal concerns when needed.
• Meet with assigned academic advisors regarding academic careers, degree requirements, and program changes.
• Be aware of and comply with instructor attendance policies.
• Attend class meetings from the first class meeting.
• Actively participate in class and prepare as instructed.
• Fulfill graduation requirements when applicable.
• Respond promptly to written and online notices from college officials.
• File an online application for degree or certificate completion with the Registrar's Office.
• Enroll only in courses for which prerequisites have been met.
• Comply with withdrawal policies and procedures.
• Use appropriate channels to appeal academic actions believed to be unfair.
• Observe college regulations stated in the College Catalog, Student Handbook, Residence Hall Handbook, and other official publications.

Code of Conduct

The President, Executive Vice President, and/or their designated representatives may counsel, admonish, suspend, expel, or otherwise appropriately discipline students for violating college regulations and standards.

Conduct that may result in disciplinary action includes:

1. Threatening the life or physical safety of others.
2. Conduct that substantially disrupts, impedes, or interferes with the operation of CCC.
3. Conduct that substantially infringes on or invades the rights of others.
4. Inflicting damage to college equipment or facilities.
5. Violating conditions of probation.
6. Demonstrating academic dishonesty.
7. Unauthorized manufacture, possession, use, distribution, or sale of alcohol or drugs on college property or at college-sponsored events.
8. Conduct resulting in conviction for an offense specified in federal or state criminal statutes.
9. Sex-based harassment as defined by college policy.
10. Willful violation of any published regulation for student conduct adopted or approved by the Board of Trustees.
11. Failure to follow campus guidelines, processes, procedures, responsibilities, or directives, including behavior that jeopardizes health and safety.

Additional prohibited behavior includes fighting, intimidation, obscenities and profanities, threats, alcohol and drug violations, theft, excessive or repeated tardiness or unauthorized absences, vandalism, possession or use of a weapon, and harassment or intimidation.

Policy on Civility Expectations

Civility is defined as behavior that demonstrates consistent respect for others, including an effort to understand differences. Students, faculty, and staff are expected to exhibit and practice civil behaviors at all times.

Prohibited behaviors listed in the handbook include:

• Profanity.
• Name-calling.
• Derogatory terms.
• Shouting.
• Insulting body language or tone of voice.
• Ridicule or open hostility.
• Biting sarcasm or gaslighting.
• Disruptive, discourteous, or insubordinate conduct.
• Rude, disrespectful, offensive, or inappropriate social media or discussion-board posts.
• Violating netiquette rules.
• Hate speech or hate incidents as defined in the policy.
• Racial or ethnic harassment not investigated under Title IX.

Student concerns should be shared with the Executive Vice President. Threats of physical violence or loud arguments that disrupt the learning environment may result in contact with campus authorities and/or the Colby Police Department.

Inclement Weather

Snow Days

Because of state requirements mandating instructional hours, Colby Community College rarely cancels regularly scheduled classes due to inclement weather. A dedicated telephone number for weather and postponement or cancellation notices is (785) 460-4646.

Late Start Schedule

Watches and Warnings

If a watch is issued, continue with daily routines while remaining alert. If a warning is issued, prepare to take shelter or find a safe place to stop if traveling.

If a tornado warning includes the City of Colby:

• External city warning sirens will be activated.
• Move promptly to a designated tornado shelter.
• On-campus shelters include the basements of the Lon Frahm Agriculture Center, the Library, and Thomas Hall, as well as Ferguson Hall's interior hallways.
• Stay away from windows and exterior doors.
• Remain in the designated shelter until the warning expires or the danger passes.

After Hours

Students are encouraged to sign up for CCC emergency text notices. Email is also used to communicate watches, warnings, cancellations, and schedule updates.

Parking on Campus

Students, faculty members, and employees who drive or park a vehicle on campus must register their vehicles, display a current registration decal, and park only in the lot designated by their registration.

Campus Security is located in the Student Union. Contact Campus Security at (785) 460-5508, Colby Police at (785) 460-4460, or Emergency Services at 911. Review the Campus Parking and Traffic Guide.

*Each additional citation will double from the previous citation amount or the vehicle may be towed at the owner's expense.

Please note: No vehicle maintenance should be completed on campus. Violators will be charged a minimum $100 fine and may be subject to additional sanctions.

Bicycles and Other Mobile Devices

Bicycles

Bicycle racks are available on campus. Bicycles do not need to be registered. Bicycles must be placed in racks and may not be placed at rails, lampposts, trees, or inside buildings. Bicycles are not to be ridden on sidewalks or in buildings.

Skateboards, Roller Blades, Non-Motorized Scooters, and Electronic Personal Assistive Mobility Devices

For safety, skateboards, roller blades, non-motorized scooters, and electronic personal assistive mobility devices are prohibited on sidewalks and in buildings, except when used for medical or service access.

Motorcycles and Motor Scooters

Motorcycles and motor scooters are considered motor vehicles and operators must comply with parking and traffic regulations. Motorized vehicles are prohibited on sidewalks or in buildings.

Students living on campus may not store bicycles, scooters, or motorcycles under 250cc inside residence halls. Colby Community College is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property.

General Policies

Attendance

Colby Community College views class attendance as mandatory. Students who must be absent should make arrangements in advance with instructors. Students absent as official college representatives are not counted absent but must make advance arrangements to complete coursework.

Withdrawal for Non-Attendance

Excessive absences may result in a student being withdrawn from class by the instructor if the student attended during the certification period and subsequently missed classes without attempting to make arrangements with the instructor.

A one-time fee of $25 will be applied to the accounts of students who fail to attend class by the end of the add, drop, and last-day-to-withdraw period.

Add, Drop, and Withdrawal

Students are responsible for checking their schedules and making adjustments through the add/drop procedure. Students must attend class during the certification period to remain enrolled.

1. Eight instructional days to add or drop with a full refund for 9- to 16-week classes.
2. Five instructional days to add or drop with a full refund for 5- to 8-week classes.
3. Three instructional days to add or drop with a full refund for 2- to 4-week classes.
4. Three instructional days to add or drop with a full refund for late fall classes.
5. For classes shorter than two weeks, 100% of tuition and fees will be refunded for withdrawal before the start of classes.

Late Add

To add a class after enrollment is closed, the student must receive written approval from the instructor and the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Course Withdrawal

Students may withdraw from a course after enrollment is closed and until the date published by the Registrar's Office, which is 60% of the class. A "W" will be recorded on the transcript. Students remain financially responsible for courses in which they receive a "W."

Complete Withdrawal

A complete or official withdrawal is written notification to the Registrar of withdrawal from all classes. The Official Withdrawal Form must be completed and filed with the Registrar's Office before the published last day to withdraw.

Medical Withdrawals

Students seeking a medical withdrawal should contact the Executive Vice President at (785) 460-5490 or the Vice President of Academic Affairs at (785) 460-5403. Pertinent medical documentation is required.

Before Dropping or Withdrawing

• Consider whether dropping affects financial aid.
• Consider insurance, scholarship, or athletic full-time enrollment requirements.
• Determine whether the course will be offered again when needed.
• Consider work-hour demands.
• Use the Comprehensive Learning Center or Student Support Services for assistance.
• Consider the financial cost of a class for which no credit will be received.
• Talk with an advisor or the Advising Center about how the change affects academic goals.

Missing Student Notification, Policy, and Procedures

The following persons are available to receive reports of student residents missing or unaccounted for more than 24 hours:

1. Resident Assistants and Campus Security.
2. Residence Life staff.
3. Executive Vice President.

Each resident age 18 or older may register a confidential contact person to be notified if the student is determined to be missing. A parent or guardian will not automatically be notified unless the student is under 18 and not emancipated.

An official missing student report will be referred immediately to campus security and local law enforcement when a person is reported missing for 24 hours and the institution cannot learn information to the contrary.

For additional information, contact the Executive Vice President at (785) 460-5490.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

CCC complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 in collecting, maintaining, and disseminating official student records.

FERPA rights include:

• The right to inspect and review education records within 45 days after CCC receives a request for access.
• The right to request amendment of education records believed to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of privacy rights under FERPA.
• The right to provide written consent before the College discloses personally identifiable information from education records, except when FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.
• The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the College to comply with FERPA.

Directory Information

1. Name.
2. Address.
3. Telephone listing.
4. Date of birth.
5. Major field of study.
6. Participation in officially recognized activities.
7. Weight and height of athletic team members.
8. Dates of attendance.
9. Degrees.
10. Awards received.
11. Previous educational institutions attended.

Private Information

1. Grades in all classes.
2. Grade point for each semester.
3. Grade point average for each semester.
4. Cumulative grade point.
5. Overall grade point average.
6. Credit hours earned in each class.
7. Total credit hours.

Academic Information

Academic Integrity

CCC defines academic integrity as learning that leads to development of knowledge and skills without any form of cheating or plagiarism. All students, faculty, staff, and administrators are responsible for upholding academic integrity.

Course-Level Violations

Cheating and plagiarism are considered course-level violations.

• Cheating: Giving, receiving, or using unauthorized help on academic exercises, including impersonating another student, sharing content without authorization, fabricating data, or altering academic documents.
• Plagiarism: Representing or submitting another person's work without properly citing the source, including unacknowledged paraphrase, quotation, complete use of another's work, or taking credit for a group project without contributing.

Course-Level Sanctions

• Verbal warning with no grade-related action.
• Educational activity or programming.
• Zero or F on an assignment, quiz, or examination, with or without makeup.
• Reduction of final course grade.
• F in the course.
• Prohibition from future enrollment in classes taught by that instructor.
• Recommendation for administrative academic sanctions.

Capital Violations

Repeated course-level violations may result in warning, restrictive actions, suspension, or dismissal. Students are entitled to written notice of charges and an opportunity to appeal sanctions.

Student Grievance Procedure

• Level I: The student attempts to resolve the grievance with the Vice President of Academic Affairs within 10 college working days.
• Level II: If unresolved, the student may file a written grievance with the college president. The president will appoint a committee to review the grievance.

Satisfactory Academic Progress

A student whose cumulative GPA is 2.0 or above is considered in good academic standing. Students with a semester GPA below 2.0 will be placed on Academic Progress Warning.

Academic Progress Warning

Students on Academic Progress Warning may enroll in up to 15 credit hours and must complete an Academic Action Plan with their advisor before enrolling. Students who wish to enroll in summer must obtain written permission from their advisor and may enroll in a maximum of seven credit hours.

Academic Suspension

Students not meeting the 2.0 semester GPA for a second consecutive semester will be placed on Academic Suspension and will not be allowed to enroll in the following semester or term. Students may appeal in writing to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Academic Probation

Students reinstated after suspension or who did not attend classes during the previous semester may enroll in up to 15 credit hours and must complete an Academic Action Plan with their advisor.

Grade Appeal

The assigning of grades is an academic responsibility of the instructor. Students should first attempt to resolve problems with the instructor. If unresolved, a student may file an appeal according to the timelines and procedures described in the handbook.

Involuntary College Withdrawal

The handbook establishes standards and procedures for involuntary withdrawal in extraordinary circumstances involving a direct threat of harm to self or others. Authority rests with the Vice President of Academic Affairs and the Executive Vice President. The handbook includes procedures for evaluation, informal administrative hearing, withdrawal, and reinstatement.

Final Examinations

Each examination is limited to 90 minutes. All examinations follow the established schedule unless an exception is approved by the Vice President of Academic Affairs. A student scheduled for more than three exams in one day may petition for a schedule adjustment.

Access Information

Colby Community College adopted access control for external building doors in Fall 2023 to enhance building security. Access is granted to students, faculty, staff, vendors, and guests on an as-needed basis.

General Building Access

• Academic buildings: Students generally have access to buildings where they have a class or instructor from 7 a.m.-7 p.m. Monday-Friday during the academic year, excluding breaks and closures. Other academic buildings are generally accessible 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Administrative buildings: Thomas Hall breezeway entrances are generally open Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m.-6:15 p.m.
• Public access buildings: The Library and Student Union are open during scheduled hours.
• Auxiliary buildings: Access varies by group and schedule.
• Residence halls: Access is limited to confirmed residents based on room assignments.

Reservations and Access Contacts

• SLAC inquiries and reservations: athleticfacilities@colbycc.edu
• Tennis Center reservations: reserve the Tennis Center
• Cultural Arts Center reservations: reservations@colbycc.edu
• Other building reservations: reservations@colbycc.edu

Student Access Cards

The Admissions Office issues badges to students with confirmed enrollment. A lost badge can be replaced for a $25 charge. Students are not issued PIN codes.

Access Rules

• Do not loan or transfer keys or access cards.
• Do not duplicate keys or access cards.
• Do not tamper with locks, access-control hardware, or door hardware.
• Do not prop open secure doors.
• Do not admit unauthorized persons into secure buildings or areas.
• Report missing keys or access cards.

On-Campus Residents

Residents have access only to the living unit to which they are assigned. Report lost or stolen badges to access@colbycc.edu.

Lost or Stolen Cards

Lost or stolen access cards must be reported immediately to access@colbycc.edu. Cards will be deactivated until found or replaced.

Appeal Process

A student who loses building access because of a violation may appeal in writing to the Executive Vice President within three days of the fine or sanction being sent.

Financial and Billing Policies

Financial Agreement and Payment Policy

Students must either have tuition paid in full or be on an established payment plan by the first due date of each session. The due date is the 20th of the month.

High School Students

High school students must have balances paid in full at the beginning of each session or be enrolled in an established payment plan. A 16-week session payment plan may span up to five months.

International Students

International students must have balances paid in full at the beginning of each session or be enrolled in an established payment plan. A $1,500 deposit is required before an I-20 is issued.

Non-Financial Aid Eligible Students

Students who are not financial aid eligible must pay balances in full at the beginning of each session or be enrolled in an established payment plan.

Financial Aid Eligible Students

Students whose financial aid does not cover the remaining balance must pay the balance in full or establish a payment plan. Students who are not paid in full or on an established plan by the 20th of the month in which the session starts may be enrolled automatically in a payment plan. Late payments may be subject to a $15 late fee.

Payment Plan Dates and Options

Payment plans span five months for the 16-week semester. Payments are due by the 20th of the month, with the first payment due Aug. 20 for fall and Jan. 20 for spring. Review payment-plan information at My College Payment Plan - Colby Community College.

Accepted Payment Methods

Accepted forms of payment include cash, credit card, and check. Checks may be mailed to:

For credit-card payments, contact Student Accounts at (785) 460-4665. Payments must be made in U.S. dollars.

Complaints and Title IX

Equity and Grievance Policy and Procedures

Colby Community College affirms its commitment to fairness and equity in all aspects of the College's educational mission. The Equity Grievance Process applies to reports of harassment, sexual misconduct, and other forms of discrimination.

Internal Contacts

Joshua Putman
Director of Human Resources
Employee Title IX Coordinator
Office of Human Resources
Colby Community College
1255 S. Range Ave., Colby, KS 67701
(785) 460-5406
hr@colbycc.edu

Nikol Nolan
Executive Vice President
Student Title IX Coordinator/504
Office of Student Affairs
Colby Community College
1255 S. Range Ave., Colby, KS 67701
(785) 460-5490
nikol.nolan@colbycc.edu

Title IX Information

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects people from discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance.

To ask questions, request help, or report concerns, contact the Title IX Coordinator at (785) 460-5490 or title9@colbycc.edu. Review the Colby Community College Title IX webpage for more information.

Confidential Support Listed in the Handbook

• Counseling Services: (785) 460-5439, Thomas Hall.
• Health Services: (785) 460-5502, Student Union.
• OPTIONS Victim Advocacy and Domestic and Sexual Violence Services: 1-800-794-4624 or (785) 460-1982.
• Heartland Rural Counseling Services: (785) 460-7588.

Responsible Employees

• President.
• Executive Vice President.
• Vice President of Academic Affairs.
• Director of Admissions.
• Human Resources Director.
• Athletic Director.
• Campus Security.
• Director of Residence and Student Life.

Sanctions and Discipline

The handbook includes suggested minimum judicial sanctions for policy violations. These guidelines are intended to provide consistency. More serious circumstances, lack of cooperation, and other case variables may result in more significant sanctions.

Drug and Alcohol Violations

Sexual Violations

For sexual assault or sexual harassment, the handbook directs students to the Title IX Policy. If a student is found responsible, suspension for at least one year may apply.

Safety Violations

Safety violations include threats to individual safety, setting fires, use or threat of a weapon, abuse of safety equipment, possession of dangerous materials, deactivation of smoke detectors, misuse of emergency exits, smoking, vaping, candles, incense, or hookah.

Community Violations

Community violations include public urination, deliberate property damage, theft, fighting, misuse of Student ID or access badges, manufacture of IDs, and damage or disruption to neighborhood property.

Other Violations

Failure to cooperate with staff or Campus Security may result in doubled sanctions or minimum fines. Unethical or unacceptable use of technology resources may result in loss of technology rights, suspension, or expulsion.

Housing and Other On-Campus Violations

Housing violations include intentional disruption of the community, courtesy-hour or quiet-hour violations, and unauthorized animals in residence halls.

Developmental Sanctions

Developmental sanctions may include:

• Community service.
• Reflection paper.
• Hall program.
• Alcohol education program.
• Counseling Center consultation.
• Letter of apology.
• Newsletter.
• Educational bulletin board.
• Interview with the fire marshal or Campus Safety.
• Required attendance at a program, activity, or workshop.

Students may be found responsible for more than one violation arising from the same incident. In those cases, sanctions from each violation may apply.