S T U D E N T - Carl Sandburg College

2012-2013
S T U D E N T
Success Guide

table of contents
Mission Statement
The mission of Carl Sandburg College is to provide students an opportunity to succeed
by providing accessible, quality education in a caring environment, by keeping the
learner’s needs at the center of decision making and by working in partnership with
communities of the College district.
Vision Statement
Where dreams come to life, and lives come to change.
President’s Message
A new academic year brings with it new beginnings.
For many of you, this semester represents
your first taste of the college experience. We
understand this can be a challenging and, at times,
bewildering chapter in the lives of many people.
That’s why we’ve designed this Success Guide to
acquaint new and returning Carl Sandburg College
students with services, policies, procedures and
regulations of the College. It also introduces you to
various campus events, sources of information and
expected guidelines of behavior.
When is my tuition due? Does it cost anything to
use the Fitness Center? How do I check out books
from the Library? The answer to those questions
— and many more — can be found in this Success
Guide. Using this Success Guide will not only help
you become more familiar the College and comfortable during your transition but also
provide tips to help you achieve the ultimate objective of obtaining a degree from Carl
Sandburg College.
It’s the goal of the faculty, staff and administration at Carl Sandburg College to provide
every student with a positive and rewarding experience. Above all, we want to see you
succeed. For additional information, we encourage you to contact specific administrative
or academic offices as needed. Remember: Our mission is to serve you.
Best wishes for a successful and productive year!
— Dr. Lori L. Sundberg, President
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Academic Calendar...................... 4
Directory........................................... 6
campus maps............................... 8-11
Start Here
Academic Advising................................. 12
New Student Orientation......................... 12
Financial Aid........................................... 13
Registering for Classes........................... 13
Paying Your Bill....................................... 13
Student ID Card...................................... 14
Parking on Campus................................ 15
Bus Schedules........................................ 15
Tips for Success....................... 16-17
Schedule Planning Guide
Building Your Class Schedule.................. 18
Strategies for Academic Success............ 18
Calculate Your Study Time..................... 19
Planning Your Study Time...................... 19
Withdrawing from a class... 20
In addition to the information appearing in
this Success Guide, students are expected
to inform themselves and comply with the
College regulations and policies appearing
in the College Catalog and all other official
publications. Changes may be forthcoming
affecting services, policies and regulations
that appear in this guide and such changes
will have precedence over prior policies or
regulations; therefore, policies and services
contained herein should not be considered
contractual covenants between the College
and the student.
This Success Guide serves as the official
Carl Sandburg College Student Handbook
for the 2012-2013 school year.
Campus Services........................... 21
BECOME A CHARGER.................. 22-23
sandburg glossary............... 24-33
Policies, Regulations
and Procedures
Student Equal Opportunity Regulation..... 34
Student Rights and Responsibilities....... 34
Student Code of Conduct....................... 35
Framework for Addressing Student Concerns
Grievances and Discrimination.............. 35
Academic Dishonesty............................. 36
Student Harassment and
Sexual Harassment.................................. 37
Posters and Other Advertising............... 35
Access to and Release of
Student Information............................... 38
Drug and Alcohol Abuse.................... 38-39
Clean Air/No Smoking Policy.................. 40
Right to Privacy...................................... 40
Disclaimer.............................................. 40
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2012-2013 academic calendar
Fall Semester 2012
Monday, August 20, 2012 – Thursday, December 6, 2012
Spring Semester 2013
Monday, January 14, 2013 – Wednesday, May 8, 2013
Registration Ends (Midnight Online).............................................. Sun, August 19
Classes Begin.................................................................................. Mon, August 20
Last Day of 100% Refund Period for Withdrawing.........................Tues, August 28
Labor Day (No Classes/Offices Closed)....................................... Mon, September 3
Midterm......................................................................................... Thurs, October 11
Fall Break (No Classes).............................................................. Fri, October 12
Spring & Summer 2013 Registration Begins.................................. Mon, November 5
Thanksgiving Vacation (No Classes/Offices Closed).................... November 22–23
Last Day to Withdraw (16-Week Courses)..................................... Mon, November 26
16-Week Session Ends .................................................................. Thurs, December 6
Emergency Day (No Classes Unless Necessary).......................... Fri, December 7
Final Exams.................................................................................... December 10–13
Grades Due in Admissions & Records ........................................... Mon, December 17
Students Start Winter Break ......................................................... Fri, December 14
College Offices Closed............................................................... Dec 24–Jan 1
Registration Begins ........................................................................ Mon, November 5
Spring Tuition Due ......................................................................... Wed, December 12
Registration Ends (Midnight Online).............................................. Sun, January 13
Classes Begin ................................................................................. Mon, January 14
Martin Luther King, Jr. (No Classes/Offices Closed).................... Mon, January 21
Last Day of 100% Refund Period for Withdrawing.........................Tues, January 22
Midterm......................................................................................... Thurs, March 7
Spring Break (No Classes) ......................................................... March 8-17
Classes Resume ............................................................................. Mon, March 18
Last Day to Withdraw (16-Week courses) ..................................... Fri, April 26
No Classes/Offices Closed.............................................................. Fri, March 29
Fall 2013 Registration Begins .................................................... Mon, April 8
16-Week Session Ends................................................................... Wed, May 8
Emergency Day (No Classes Unless Necessary).......................... Thurs, May 9
Final Exams .................................................................................... May 10, May 13–15
Graduation................................................................................ Thurs, May 16
NOTE: Dates vary for four-week and eight-week courses.
Grades Due in Admissions & Records ........................................... Mon, May 20
NOTE: Dates vary for four-week and eight-week courses.
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directory
For the most up-to-date contact information, please visit www.sandburg.edu/directory.
main campus in galesburg Room Phone
2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd., Galesburg, IL 61401 855.GOTOCSC
The Annex, 209 E. Main St., Galesburg, IL 61401 309.344.2595
(Dental Hygiene/Cosmetology/Therapeutic Massage)
Academic Advising and Counseling E100 309.341.5361
Academic Support Services/Tutoring B68 309.341.5262
Admissions/Recruiting Office 309.345.3500
(Located in the Welcome Center)
Athletics E107 309.341.5225
Bookstore B057 309.341.5259
Business & Computing Technology Lab B03 309.341.5255
Business Office E100A 309.341.5210
Children’s School (Child Care) A034 309.341.5280
Computer Help Desk E233 309.341.5446
Career Resources B08 309.341.5246
Financial Aid E101 309.341.5283
Fitness Center F142 309.341.5460
Library E240 309.341.5257
Graduation E103 309.341.5234
Minority Outreach Office B24 309.341.5472
Records & Registration E100 309.341.5260
Scholarships E201A 309.341.5349
Student Life B056 309.341.5332
Testing Center B06 309.341.5323
Transcripts E100 309.341.5260
Transfer Services B24 309.341.5472
TRIO Student Support Services E136 309.341.5362
Tutoring Center B72 309.341.5454
Veterans Benefits E101 309.341.5283
Welcome Center B09 309.345.3500
branch campus in Carthage Room Phone
305 Sandburg Dr., Carthage, IL 62321 217.357.3129
Academic Advising/Admissions 1 ext. 7247
Academic Support Services (Tutoring & Testing Center) 28 ext. 7258
Bookstore 2 ext. 7243
Help Desk 13 ext. 7256
Library 4 ext. 7244
extension center in Bushnell Room Phone
380 E. Main St., Bushnell, IL 61422 309.772.2177
Academic Advising/Admissions 104 ext. 8239
Academic Support Services/Tutoring 104 ext. 8239
Bookstore 114 ext. 8242
Library 120 ext. 8246
Main Office 200 ext. 0
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campus MAPS
Main Campus Building Map
2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd.
Building
Galesburg, IL 61401
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Building F
F
Building
Building AA
AA
Building
Building A
A
Building
HBuilding
H
Building
E
Upper Level
Building
E
Upper Level
Building Building
C C
Garden Garden Center Center
Building
E
Lower Level
Building
E
Lower Level
Building
D
B
B
Building
Building
Building Building
G G
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Building A
General Classrooms
Computer Labs, A006 & A011
Children’s School
Day care for children 6
weeks to 12 years
Faculty Office
Building AA
College of Nursing
Building B
Welcome Center
Student Center
Academic Support
Services
Assessment Center
Compass Testing
Disability Support Services
Building B
(Continued)
Founder’s Lounge
Testing Center
Tutoring Center
Intensive Tutoring
Bookstore
Cyber Café
Information Desk
Student Government
Association
Student Life Office
Student Lockers
Career Services
Automotive Shops/Classrooms
Resource Room
Building C
Faculty Offices
Classrooms
Lecture Hall
Radiology/Sonography
Science Labs
Greenhouse
Building D
Main Entrance
Elevator
First Floor
Art Gallery
Main Lobby
Sandburg Lounge
Second Floor
Campus Security
Human Resources
Building E
Lower Level
Information Desk
Student Services
Academic Advising
Admissions
Business Office
Counseling
Financial Aid
Loft Café
Faculty Lounge
Student Lounge
Student Success Center
TRIO Student Support
Services
TRIO Upward Bound
Building E
Upper Level
Administrative Offices
Board Room
Library
Computer Lab/Help Desk
Foundation Office
Scholarships
Marketing & Public Relations
Office
Building F
Fine Arts Theatre
Art Studio
Music Rooms
Fitness Center
Aerobic Studio
Gymnasium
Building G
Business & Community
Education
Galesburg Business &
Technology Center/
Incubator
Electricity/Electronics Lab
Welding Lab
Building H
Faculty Offices
Classrooms
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campus MAPS
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34
S. Lake Storey Rd.
N. Linwood Rd.
To Monmouth
Main Campus in Galesburg
CARL SANDBURG COLLEGE
2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd.
Galesburg, IL 61401
Ph: 309.344.2518
THE LEARNING CENTER
at Sandburg Mall
1150 W. Carl Sandburg Drive
Galesburg, IL 61401
Ph: 309.344.1631
THE ANNEX
209 East Main
Galesburg, IL 61401
Ph: 309.344.2595 Dental Hygiene
Ph: 309.342.7828 Cosmetology
and Nail Technology
Main Campus in Galesburg
2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd.
W. Carl Sandburg Drive
Sandburg Mall
The Learning Center
Ferris Street
150
E. Carl Sandburg Drive
N. Seminary St.
The Annex
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To Moline
74
W. Main Street E. Main Street Exit 48
To Peoria
DIRECTIONS TO MAIN CAMPUS FROM I-74
• I-74 West to Hwy. 34
• Hwy. 34 West (toward Monmouth) to Hwy. 150
• Hwy. 150 West (Sandburg Exit toward Alpha)
• Left at stoplight onto S. Lake Storey Road
• 1 mile to Sandburg entrance on Left
DIRECTION TO CAMPUS FROM THE WEST
• Hwy. 34 East to Hwy. 150
• Hwy. 150 West (Sandburg Exit toward Alpha)
• Left at stoplight onto S. Lake Storey Road
• 1 mile to Sandburg entrance on Left
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Good Hope
To Macomb
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West Main
East Main
Prairie City
41
Hurst St.
Bushnell, IL
To Abingdon & Galesburg
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Extension Center in Bushnell
380 East Main Street
Extension Center in Bushnell
The Extension Center is located at 380 E. Main St. in Bushnell and serves the southeast
portion of the College’s district. This facility provides basic class offerings for degrees
or certification for career or vocation in addition to community education and personal
enrichment classes. Adult basic and secondary education is also offered, with tutoring
available. Individual academic and career counseling is provided in a professional
atmosphere that is friendly and relaxed. Smaller class sizes provide students the
opportunity for more individualized attention.
To Keokuk, IA
Elvaston
To Burlington, IA
Branch Campus in Carthage
305 Sandburg Drive
Branch Campus in Carthage
The Branch Campus is located on the north edge of Carthage, just off state Highway 94.
This satellite location serves the seven unit school districts in Hancock County and two
unit districts in McDonough County. The full-service campus provides baccalaureate,
career, community education and general study programs. Adult basic and secondary
education is offered at the Carthage location as well as at various outlying sites. Students
can expect individual attention for academic advising, career counseling and financial aid
planning in a relaxed, friendly educational atmosphere. Tutoring and support services
are also available.
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Education Commons
641 Buchanan Street
Carthage, IL
136
To Macomb
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Financial Aid
Explore sources for funding your education. If desired, apply for financial aid.
Information is available from the Financial Aid office 309.341.5283. Complete the Free
Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by going to www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Academic Advising
Do you have to see an advisor before registering for classes?
Academic advising is an interactive process involving the student and his/her academic
advisor. Each term, prior to registration, it is the student’s responsibility to meet with
his/her academic advisor to discuss courses for the upcoming semester. The academic
advisor serves as a valuable information resource to the student in the areas of program
requirements, college graduation requirements and transfer coursework. It is important that
students arrange to meet with their academic advisor BEFORE registration begins. Students
are strongly encouraged to seek advice from individual faculty members and an academic
advisor. Visit early! At peak periods in the semester, there may be a significant wait time.
Appointments may be made by calling:
• Main Campus in Galesburg — 309.341.5237
• Branch Campus in Carthage — 877.263.1862 ext. 4467
• Extension Center in Bushnell — 877.236.1862 ext. 4444
other times to meet with an advisor
In addition to meeting with an advisor to plan your schedule for the coming semester,
you should schedule an advising appointment to discuss:
• Your progress toward your degree
• Difficulties you are having with your current courses
• Adding or dropping a course
• How to plan for transferring to another college or university
• What you need to do to graduate
• Balancing school with the other demands on your time
New Student Orientation
All first-year Sandburg students will have participated in our New Student Orientation
prior to the start of the semester. The orientation offers an interactive campus tour,
college success tips, acquiring your student ID, participation in a technology check and
locating your classrooms during the 2 1/2-hour session. For more information, contact
the Office of Student Life at 309.341.5332.
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Registering for Classes
All new students are required to meet with an academic advisor to register for classes
their first semester at Carl Sandburg College. Please call 309.341.5237 to make an
appointment with an advisor.
Register by Phone
Sandburg students may register for classes by phone by speaking with a registration
clerk by calling 309.341.5260. The College accepts Visa, MasterCard, Discover or
American Express for tuition and fees payment.
Register Online
Only currently enrolled Sandburg students may register for courses online via
mySandburg at www.sandburg.edu/content/mysandburg.
Paying Your Bill
Tuition deadlines will be posted on our website and around campus. We will send out
postcards, bills or phone calls at least two weeks prior to the tuition deadline. You can
make one or multiple payments to the Business Office as long as your tuition is paid
in full by the tuition deadline. Failure to pay your tuition balance in full by the tuition
deadline may result in being dropped from your classes. Payment for classes added
after the tuition deadline is due at the time of enrollment. Carl Sandburg College
accepts tuition payments online, by phone, by mail, in person and by certain thirdparty
entities. The College also offers a deferred payment plan as well as an automatic
payment plan. Students can view their current tuition balance and tuition deadlines via
mySandburg. View your bill and payment plan options by contacting the Business Office
at 309.341.5210 or online at www.sandburg.edu/financial-aid/paying-your-bill.
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There’s always a chance that things won’t work out well in
whatever you pursue, but while the risks remain, often times
the opportunity is too good. There are times where we have
important decisions to make, and the only thing that stands
between us and a great opportunity is the fear of failure.
— U.S. Rep. and 2012 Commencement Speaker Aaron Schock
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Student ID Card
How do I get my Sandburg ID card?
Bring your student schedule with your ID number printed on the page to the Library. Your
ID number will be entered to verify that you are enrolled in classes. Your picture will be
taken and your card printed within five minutes, except for the Bushnell location. For
Bushnell, please return a week later to pick up your ID card.
Where do I get my Sandburg ID card?
Students can pick up their student ID in the library of any campus.
Why do I need a Sandburg ID card?
Your ID card provides proof of your status as a student or employee at the College.
What do I use my Sandburg ID card for?
• Library card
• Free admittance to athletic and theater events
• Any transactions in Student Services (Financial Aid, Business Office)
• Admittance to the Fitness Center
• Campus Cafés – add money to your card to use in the cafeterias
• Discount on city bus – $0.40 one way
• Bookstore – present ID to purchase books
• Admittance to the Tutoring Center
How do I put money on my Sandburg ID card
to use in the cafeterias?
Bring your Sandburg ID and your money to either the Loft Café or the Cyber Café. The
money will be added to your Sandburg ID at the cash register. You may also add money
for cafeteria use to your Sandburg ID in the Business Office. How much does my Sandburg
ID card cost? Your first ID is FREE. If you need a replacement it will cost $10.
Parking on Campus
The Main Campus in Galesburg has five large parking lots. Parking is provided free. No
parking is allowed on the sides of the entry roads, in fire lanes or on lawn areas. Tickets
will also be issued for taking up two parking spaces and for parking over the lines. In
addition, each parking lot has parking spaces designated for handicapped parking.
Unauthorized use of these parking places will result in a $50 fine in accordance with
paragraph 11-1301.3 of the Illinois Vehicle Code.
The Risk Management Committee of the College has been charged with the
responsibility of serving as the appeals board for persons issued a parking violation. This
committee meets each month, and its membership is comprised of students, faculty
and staff. Parking violation fines must be paid within 10 days. Appeals may be made only
AFTER the fine has been paid. Appeal forms may be picked up in the Business Office.
Bus Schedules
Galesburg City Bus Information The City Bus Inc. provides bus
transportation to and from the Main Campus in Galesburg. The bus stops at two places
on the campus: the bus shelter in front of Building A and the circle drive in front of
Building D. The bus stops at the Main Campus 30 minutes after the hour.
Student bus passes can be purchased from the bus driver. All
routes start and stop in downtown Galesburg at the corner of Main and Kellogg and
departs on the hour. The buses run from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday-Saturday.
The last bus of the day arrives at approximately 5:30 p.m. For more information visit
www.ci.galesburg.il.us/services/transit/ or call 309.342.4242.
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tips for success
1
Know what each instructor
expects for assignments and
for classes in general
Plans for success may be a little different
for each course. If ever in doubt about
course or assignment objectives,
students should ask the instructor for
further clarification.
2Take initiative
Students should take advantage of the
freedom and responsibility involved
with plotting their academic, and
by extension, professional futures.
Additionally, success in college is much
more contingent on student effort and
achievement than high school.
3Develop a strong
working relationship
with an academic advisor
While it is primarily the student’s
responsibility to understand degree
requirements, it is always wise to have
experienced professionals’ assistance in
making course selection decisions.
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Discover the most effective
learning strategies
The less structured college environment
allows students to take a more active
role in processing course material. Try
different study habits and tactics, ask
around to see what works for others and
experiment to find the most effective
learning strategies.
Don’t be afraid to ask for help
Everyone at Sandburg is committed to
helping students succeed. In addition
to offering help themselves, instructors
and advisors can provide information
about the support available for
students at Sandburg.
6Find the Library and
become familiar with it
The Library offers many resources in
addition to scholarly books and articles.
Find out what they are and use them.
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Find out what is available
through Academic
Support Services
As well as providing support for students
with disabilities, Academic Support
Services provides free tutoring in many
subjects through the Tutoring Center or
online. Go to the Quicklinks menu at
www.sandburg.edu for online tutoring.
8Know school and individual
instructor policies that affect
student outcomes
For example, the “No Show You Go”
policy is a school-wide policy stating
that a student who fails to attend class
for the first four days is dropped from
the course.
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Develop a working
relationship with the
Financial Aid office staff
They are an excellent resource for
discovering available funding and
alerting students to funding eligibility
requirements, which include, but are not
limited to, completing 67 percent of hours
attempted, maintaining a 2.0 grade-point
average and completing the program
within allotted hours.
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Talk to your instructor
before deciding to
withdraw from a class.
See Page 18 for procedures and FAQs on
withdrawing from a class.
11Petition to graduate
Students must petition to graduate in
order to receive their diploma. If you will
have enough credit hours to graduate
at the end of a semester, contact
Angela Snow, assistant registrar, at
309.341.5233 or asnow@sandburg.edu.
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schedule planning guide
Building Your Class Schedule
Here are some tips to make sure you get the most out of the classes you take:
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• Study the course schedule on the website, which lists each class being offered, the
time, location and instructor (if available).
• Meet with your advisor for valuable assistance and information unique to
your degree plan.
• Take classes in the correct sequence.
• Check the course descriptions for any prerequisite courses/important information.
• During registration, classes fill on a first-come, first-served basis. Have some
alternative classes in case your first choices are full.
• Students who plan to transfer to a four-year university should follow the degree
plan from their expected university. That means contacting them now for advice
on what courses will transfer toward your degree and becoming familiar with any
transfer equivalency guides, articulation agreements and Sandburg’s core
curriculum guide.
Strategies for Academic Success
At Carl Sandburg College we want you to achieve your goal of graduating with a college
degree or certificate. Here are a few steps you may take to help make your path to
success easier:
• Go to class prepared for the discussion and ask questions to clarify the information.
• Meet with your instructors after class or during their office hours for additional help.
• Go to the Tutoring Center or use our online tutoring for assistance with the
course material.
• Meet with your academic advisor to discuss your concerns and update them on
your academic progress.
• Form a study group with other students in the class to prepare for tests.
Calculate Your Study Time
Use the following form to calculate the number of hours you will need to attend class and
study. Use this to help you decide the number of credit hours you will take and meet with an
advisor or counselor for additional help.
Number of hours in a week 168
Number of hours a night you sleep x 7 = -
Number of hours per week you work -
Number of hours per week you are in class -
Number of hours per week spent commuting to school/work -
Number of hours per week spent preparing and eating meals -
Number of hours per week spent on personal hygiene -
Number of hours per week spent with your family/providing childcare -
Number of hours per week spent doing household chores or errands
such as grocery shopping -
Number of hours per week spent exercising or going out -
Miscellaneous weekly activities such as visits to the doctor’s office -
Total potential time left for study
Planning Your Study Time
Students should study between two and four hours a week for every credit hour they
are taking. Most classes are three or four credit hours. Around midterms and finals you
will likely study a minimum of four hours per week for every credit hour you are taking.
Calculate a high and low range of study time.
Number of credit hours taken this semester x 2 hours = low range
Number of credit hours taken this semester x 4 hours = high range
Example MAT 109 3 credits
ENG 101 3 credits
SOC 101 3 credit
ART 111 3 credits
PHL 100 3 credits
Total 15 credits
Low range of study time 15 x 2 = 30 hours per week
High range of study time 15 x 4 = 60 hours per week
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withdrawing from a class
campus services
If it appears that you will not be successful in a class, it is often better to withdraw from
the class than receive a poor grade that will be part of your permanent record. You
should meet with your instructor and advisor to discuss your options prior to officially
withdrawing. Withdrawing from a class may protect your GPA; however, these actions
can have other serious consequences that might affect your enrollment, financial aid or
student employment status. If you are on financial aid you should speak with someone
in the Financial Aid Office before you withdraw from a class to find out whether there
will be an impact on your financial aid.
Are all withdrawals the same?
No. When you drop a class before the 100 percent refund period, the class is completely
removed from your academic record and you’re eligible for a full tuition refund. If the
100 percent refund period has passed, you may still withdraw from a class up to the last
date to withdraw, as indicated on the academic calendar. If you withdraw, a “W” will be
recorded on your transcript. It will have no effect on your grade point average. Tuition
refunds will be issued to eligible students based upon effective date of withdrawals.
Please see the “Refund Schedule” in the “Sandburg Glossary” on page 27.
If I quit attending class, will my instructor
automatically withdraw me?
No. Instructors may administratively withdraw students from their classes up to midterm,
but they are not required to do so. You are not automatically withdrawn from a class for
non-attendance. If you wish to withdraw from a class, you must follow the official process.
If you do not withdraw from a class and your instructor doesn’t administratively withdraw
you by midterm, you most likely will receive a failing letter grade for the class.
ISSUES WITH INSTRUCTORS
Students who have concerns or complaints about the course instructor should follow a
specific process. We encourage you to first speak with the instructor. While most issues
are resolved at this level, if a problem continues to exist the next step would be to speak
to the dean or associate dean of the program area. On the rare occasion that the issue is
not resolved at the dean/associate dean level, students may contact the Vice President
of Academic Services.
HOW WILL NOT ATTENDING AND/OR WITHDRAWING
FROM ALL OF MY CLASSES AFFECT ME?
Students who quit attending all of their classes prior to completing 60 percent of
the term may have to pay back financial aid money received for the term. Federal
regulations require students to earn the funds given to them. This can result from
administrative withdrawals as well as student withdrawals. The Financial Aid Office
reviews a list of students with grades of “W” and “F” at the end of the term and adjusts
financial aid when required. Please check with the Financial Aid Office.
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Carl Sandburg College offers the following services on the Main Campus in Galesburg. For
services available on the Carthage and Bushnell campuses, please contact the main office at
each site. To see all campus services, visit us at www.sandburg.edu/life/campus-services.
Fitness Center
The Carl Sandburg College Fitness
Center offers a relaxed atmosphere
with a strong educational foundation.
If you are a newcomer to exercise or a
seasoned novice, you will appreciate
the one-on-one service we offer. We
are dedicated to providing health
enhancement services to the college
community. Goals of the Sandburg
Fitness Program include developing positive lifestyle habits, learning the principles of
fitness and acquiring the skills of lifetime activities that lead to continued participation.
We offer a comprehensive fitness program at an affordable cost. You may choose to use
the facilities as a community member as non-credit or as a student and receive credit
toward your college career. The Fitness Center is open to the public, serving a diverse
population from 16 years of age to senior citizens. Free use for students enrolled in three
or more credit hours. Supervisors are in the fitness center at all times to offer assistance.
For more information, visit www.sandburg.edu/life/fitness-center.
Health Services
Students who become ill, injured or need emergency medical treatment may seek help
at OSF St. Mary Medical Center and Cottage Hospital, both in Galesburg. The College
assumes no responsibility for medical treatment of students and has no facilities or
professional staff for emergency treatment of ill or injured students.
Tutoring Center
Now conveniently located in Building B, room B72 of the Crist Student Center, Academic
Support Services will assist a student’s efforts in successful completion of educational
goals by providing a variety of free services to all Carl Sandburg College students.
All tutoring services are FREE to Sandburg students. Students who seek to gain a greater
understanding of course material in general or want help with a particular assignment
are encouraged to come in and make use of our services. Additionally, students who are
struggling to keep up with a course or with college in general will find great value in our
services. Students who fall into this category should seek assistance as early as possible,
since our services are most effective when the need first arises.
www.sandburg.edu/life/tutoring-center
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The Office of Student Life offers meaningful co-curricular experiences that complement
the academic curriculum at Carl Sandburg College and provide an active and engaging
campus environment.
Campus Events
Annual Festivals — Fall Festival, October Bash, Spring Fest
Welcome Back and Finals Week activities
Student government elections
Veteran Recognition Day
International Education Week
Sandburg Days
Charge Up! New Student Orientation
Community involvement opportunities
Diversity appreciation events
Comedians, Musicians
Gaming Tournaments
Intramural sports
Check the events calendar to stay up to date on
upcoming events on campus:
www.sandburg.edu/content/
upcoming-sandburg-events
Student Organizations
There are also a number of student organizations available at Carl Sandburg College.
The organizations exist on several levels. While some are local college offerings, others
are a Sandburg chapter of a national organization. The following is a current list of the
available organizations:
• Associate Degree Nursing Club
• Art Club
• Child Care Club
• Cosmetology Club
• Criminal Justice Organization
• Culture Club
• Drama Club: Delta Psi Omega
• Education Club
• Gay-Straight Alliance
• Ignite Sandburg
• Lucky Strikes Bowling Group
• Major League Gaming Guild
• Marque Music Club
• Phi Theta Kappa
• Practical Nurses Club
• Radiology Club
• Real Talk Poetry Club
• Sandburg Environment Awareness Club
• Sigma Phi Sigma
• Social & Behavioral Sciences Club
• Student American Dental Hygiene Association
• Student Government Association
• Students In Free Enterprise: SIFE
• Veterans Club
The College exists to support you on several levels, and student organizations are no
exception. If you do not see an offering that interests you but you feel compelled to
start a new one, contact Jill Olson, coordinator of student life, at 309.341.5221 or
jmolson@sandburg.edu.
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Academic Advising
During the first term at the College, each full-time student is assigned to an academic
advisor. Each term, prior to registration, it is the student’s responsibility to meet with
his/her academic advisor to discuss courses for the upcoming semester. The academic
advisor serves as a valuable information resource to the student in the areas of program
requirements, college graduation requirements and transfer coursework. It is important
that students arrange to meet with their academic advisors BEFORE registration begins.
Part-time students and those students enrolled in continuing education courses are not
assigned advisors but are strongly encouraged to seek advice from individual faculty
members and the advising staff.
Academic Support Services
Academic Support Services provides a variety of services in one location to all Sandburg
students. All tutoring services are free to Carl Sandburg College students. The Tutoring
Center offers individualized assistance in many different subject areas, including math,
writing and science to any students who are interested. Students with a documented
disability or who are in danger of failing may be eligible for additional tutoring options.
Disability Support provides services and accommodations to students with varying
disabilities in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with
Disabilities Act of 1990. Documentation of the specific disability is required in order for
the Academic Support Services Office to provide accommodations. Academic Support
Services is located in B68 and the Tutoring Center in B72 on the Main Campus.
www.sandburg.edu/academics
Athletics
The intercollegiate athletic program is designed for students who wish and are able
to incorporate the benefits of athletic competition into their educational program.
Sandburg is a member of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and
the Arrowhead Athletic Conference. Intercollegiate competition is offered for men in
golf, cross country, basketball, soccer and baseball; and for women in golf, cross country,
volleyball, basketball, softball and soccer. All Sandburg sporting events are free to
students, faculty and staff. www.sandburg.edu/athletics
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Bookstore
The Carl Sandburg College Bookstore is an authorized dealer for textbooks and Carl
Sandburg College logo items and apparel. Textbooks may be purchased in store, online
or reserved at www.cscbookstore.net. Textbooks are available for sale online and in
the store three weeks prior to the start of classes. The bookstore offers a textbook rental
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program in which selected titles are rented for the semester. Please contact the campus
bookstore for hours. The Sandburg Bookstore is located in B057 at the Main Campus in
Galesburg. www.cbamatthews.com/carl
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Career Resources
The Career Resources Office assists with off-campus job opportunities, the Federal
Work Study Program and career preparation needs. Located in Room B08 on the Main
Campus. Career services are available to students and alumni of all Sandburg campuses
at www.sandburg.edu/life/career-resources.
The Children’s School
Carl Sandburg College operates a child development lab school Monday through Friday
from 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on the Main Campus. Early education and care are available
for children of Sandburg students, Sandburg employees and the community at large.
Services are provided for children ages six weeks through 12 years. Rates vary according
to a child’s age and attendance schedule. Applications are available for subsidized child
care tuition. The school is licensed by the state of Illinois.
D
Diversity Statement
Carl Sandburg College is a community of lifelong learners that welcomes, values and
respects diversity. The College fosters a climate of mutual respect that celebrates diversity
by embracing our similarities as well as our differences. We demonstrate this commitment
by serving students, faculty, staff and community members with fairness and equality.
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EMERGENCY PHONES
Carl Sandburg College’s emergency phone system on the Main Campus consists of 10
emergency telephones located outside in parking lots across campus and 13 emergency
telephones located inside in the College building across the Main Campus. All emergency
telephones are connected to the Security Office.
EXAMS
The final exam schedule is listed on the website calendar and mySandburg. Print
copies are available at several locations, including the library at each campus.
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Financial Aid Assistance
Carl Sandburg College is committed to helping students complete their college education.
The College provides more than 300 scholarships annually and assists students in receiving
federal, state and institutional financial aid to help them meet their educational costs.
Financial Aid Office is located in E101 at the Main Campus. www.sandburg.edu/aid
Fitness Center
The Sandburg Fitness Center is dedicated to providing health enhancement services to
the college community and is free for students who remain enrolled in three or more
credit hours through the semester. Goals of the Sandburg Fitness Program include
developing positive lifestyle habits, learning the principles of fitness and acquiring the
skills of lifetime activities that lead to continued participation. The Fitness Center is open
to the public from 16 years of age to senior citizens. Supervisors are in the Fitness Center
at all times to offer assistance. The Sandburg Fitness Center is located in F142 at the
Main Campus. www.sandburg.edu/life/campusServices/fitnessCenter
Food Services
The Loft and Cyber Café provide food services for the Main Campus. Students may put
money on their student ID to be used for food purchases by presenting their student ID to
the cashier on duty. Please check location for hours. Cyber Café is located in Building B and
the Loft Café is located in Building E of the Main Campus.
G
Graduation
Students must petition to graduate in order to receive their diploma. If you will have
enough credit hours to graduate at the end of a semester, contact Angela Snow, assistant
registrar, at 309.341.5233 or asnow@sandburg.edu.
H
Health Services
Students who become ill or injured may seek help at OSF St. Mary Medical Center and
Cottage Hospital, both in Galesburg. The College assumes no responsibility for medical
treatment of students and has no facilities or professional staff for emergency treatment
of ill or injured students.
Help Desk
The Sandburg Help Desk provides professional, quick and courteous technical and
hardware support for students, faculty and staff. Visit in person in the Library on the
Main Campus, email helpdesk@sandburg.edu or call 309.341.5446.
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Intramural Sports
Each month during the fall and spring semesters there are Intramural sporting events for
students to participate in. Kickball, volleyball, basketball and dodgeball are just a few of
the exciting monthly events. Check the Student Life Calendar of Events for event dates at
www.sandburg.edu/life
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Library
The Library supplies a wide variety of traditional and innovative materials and services
necessary to support instructional programs. The Library subscribes to research databases
accessible via the web at all three campuses. The collection of books, multimedia kits,
audiocassettes and DVDs totals more than 38,000 volumes. In addition, the Library has an
extensive interlibrary loan program through which materials may be borrowed.
Please contact the Library at your location for hours of operation.
• www.sandburg.edu/businessCommunityService/libraryInfo
• www.facebook.com/sandburglibrary
Lost/Found Property
Found items can be turned in or lost items can be claimed at either Records and
Registration in the lower level of Building E, the Security/Dispatch Office located in D201
or the main office at other campuses. All unclaimed items are donated to charity at the
end of each semester.
M
Minority Outreach
The Minority Outreach office ensures that minority students are spoken for and
represented on campus and provides the campus with cultural events and opportunities
for engagement. The Minority Outreach Office is located in B24 at the Main Campus.
MYSANDBURG
This secure site provides students with Intranet and Internet services. This is where students
can check email, check their financial status and register and drop courses.
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ONLINE Learning
Carl Sandburg College offers more than 100 online learning courses each semester.
Students enrolled in online classes should visit the College’s website to confirm that
their computer meets the minimum technology requirements. Students should also
know basic computer skills such as sending emails and attachments, formatting
Microsoft Word documents and sending PDF and RTF files before taking an online
class. For more information about Sandburg’s online learning options, visit
www.sandburg.edu/academics/online-learning.
P
Parking Regulations
The Main Campus has five large parking lots. Parking is provided free. No parking is
allowed on the sides of the entry roads, in fire lanes or on lawn areas. Tickets will also
be issued for taking up two parking spaces and for parking over the lines. Tickets will be
issued for violation of these parking rules. In addition, each parking lot has parking spaces
designated for handicapped parking. Unauthorized use of these parking places will result
in a $50 fine in accordance with paragraph 11-1301.3 of the Illinois Vehicle Code.
Personal Counseling
The counseling staff at the College provides short-term counseling services for students
facing personal or family problems. The special skills and training of the counseling staff
enable them to work with students on an individual basis or in a group setting. Students
seeking personal help should schedule an appointment with one of the counselors in the
Office of Student Services.
Phi Theta Kappa
The Chi Kappa chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two-year
colleges, is committed to recognizing outstanding scholarship and to assisting its members
in obtaining academic scholarships and job opportunities while fostering leadership and
personal achievement. The organization offers several national scholarships as well as
opportunities to be nominated for additional honors, such as membership on the society’s
Academic All-American Team. To become a member, students must be currently enrolled
and must have a grade-point average of at least 3.5 after a minimum of 12 hours of course
work leading to an associate degree. Contact 309.341.5307.
staff, students and visitors through the Public Safety Department with security guards
and physical plant personnel who are on site on the Main Campus 24 hours per day, 365
days per year. Any person who witnesses a crime or becomes a victim of a crime should
report it as soon as possible to Campus Security. When multiple incidents occur during
the same time frame, reports and subsequent action by Campus Security Guards are
handled in order of priority: 1) personal safety; 2) property crime; 3) services. A phone
and safety booklet are in each classroom for emergency situations. For other services
available through the Public Safety Department, contact Andrew Tolle, director of public
safety, at 309.341.5325 or email at atolle@sandburg.edu.
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Refund Schedule
Tuition refunds will be issued to eligible students based upon effective date of
withdrawals. The date that a written request for withdrawal is received by the
Admissions and Records Office determines the effective date of withdrawal. Full
refund of tuition and fees will be made if the College cancels a course. Refunds will be
determined on the basis of the following schedule:
Length of Class Refund Period* %
9-16 Weeks 1st 9 calendar days of term 100%
Thereafter 0%
5-8 Weeks 1st 5 calendar days of term 100%
Thereafter 0%
4 Weeks 1st 3 calendar days of term 100%
Thereafter 0%
2-3 Weeks 1st 2 calendar days of term 100%
Thereafter 0%
Less than 2 Weeks Prior to Day 1 100%
Thereafter 0%
*Refund period refers to the number of calendar days beginning with the first day of the Carl
Sandburg College term. Courses with shorter terms begin with the appropriate term date.
Note: Community Education courses dropped the day before class starts – 100%;
thereafter – 0%
Public Safety Department
Main Campus emergency dial 5499, non-emergency dial 0, all other campuses contact
main office at location. Carl Sandburg College provides for safety and security needs of
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Scholarships
The Carl Sandburg College Foundation provides academic, general and financial
need scholarships to Sandburg students. To obtain a Scholarship Directory, visit the
Foundation website. Applications are due by 5 p.m. March 1, unless otherwise specified.
www.cscfoundation.org
School Closures
Carl Sandburg College has a notification service to reach all students and staff with
information and updates during weather-related events or emergencies within minutes
through phone calls and emails. The system also has the ability to send text messages,
but the texts are reserved only for emergency closings, not weather-related closings. To
ensure notifications, please confirm your contact information is updated in the Student
Services Office. Students may be contacted with up to two email addresses and six
phone numbers. Information will also be available at www.cscalerts.wordpress.com, as
well as Facebook and Twitter.
Student Activities Committee
The Student Activities Committee is a subcommittee of the Student Government
Association. It is responsible for promoting and coordinating campus events and
activities. Past programming activities have included dances, concerts, trips, films and
support of other campus organizations.
Student Government Association
The Student Government Association (SGA) is the officially recognized student
governance body for Carl Sandburg College. SGA is a liaison between students and
Sandburg, governs student organizations and promotes events on campus. It is
composed of 15 elected representatives and five executive officers. Elections are held
each fall semester. Applications are available at www.sandburg.edu/life or pick one up
at the Student Life Office in B56 on the Main Campus.
Student ID Cards
Student IDs are issued during New Student Orientation at the Library. Student IDs are used
for identification purposes and entry to Sandburg campus events. Students may also add
money to their student ID at Consolidated Management locations at the Loft and Cyber
Café. Food purchases can also be made at the two locations. IDs are also used to check out
books, academic literature, audio books and other library materials.
Student Life
Carl Sandburg College offers a variety of co-curricular activities designed to supplement
the academic curriculum. These activities contribute to the student’s personal and
professional development. There are many student organizations and events for students
to participate in throughout the school year. Meet new people, get involved, develop skills
and have fun! The Office of Student Life is located in B56 on the Main Campus. Student Life
events are posted via the campus event calendar on the Sandburg
website and the College’s official Facebook page. www.sandburg.edu/life
Student Organizations
Whether you are looking for an organization that aligns with your academic program,
your personal interests or something completely out of the ordinary, we have more than
20 active student organizations to get you involved! Check out the Student Life portion
of the website for a complete listing of Student Organizations.
www.sandburg.edu/life/student-life-events
If you have not found a club or organization to match your interests, it is not difficult to
form your own organization and apply for funding. Application and a description of the
chartering process may be found under Student Life on the Sandburg website.
Student Right to Know
The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act, Public Law 101-542, as amended
by the Higher Education Technical Amendments of 1991, Public Law 102-26, mandates
that colleges provide specific information to students and prospective students. In
compliance with this law, Carl Sandburg College presents the following statistics for
2008-2010:
Occurrences on Campus 2010 2009 2008
Murder 0 0 0
Manslaughter 0 0 0
Sex Offense (Forcible) 0 0 0
Sex Offense (Non-Forcible) 0 0 0
Robbery 0 0 0
Aggravated Assault 0 0 0
Burglary 0 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 0 0 0
Arson 0 0 0
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Hate Crimes 2010 2009 2008
Murder 0 0 0
Manslaughter 0 0 0
Sex Offense (Forcible) 0 0 0
Sex Offense (Non-Forcible) 0 0 0
Robbery 0 0 0
Aggravated Assault 0 0 0
Burglary 0 0 0
Motor Vehicle Theft 0 0 0
Arson 0 0 0
Law Violations 2010 2009 2008
Illegal Weapons 0 0 1
Drug Law Violation 0 0 1
Liquor Law Violation 0 0 1
Weapons Arrest 0 0 0
Drug Arrest 0 0 0
Liquor Arrest 0 0 1
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Transfer Services
The Transfer Services Coordinator provides students with information about transferring
to four-year colleges and universities and insight on courses that will transfer. Transfer
Services also sets up college visits and assists students with the university application
process. Office is located in B24 at the Main Campus.
www.sandburg.edu/academics/universityStudies
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Veterans Assistance
State and federal assistance is available at Carl Sandburg College for qualified veterans
and the children and spouses of veterans who died or are permanently and totally
disabled as the result of a service-connected disability. For information on eligibility
and the application process for the benefits available under these and other programs,
contact the Coordinator of Veterans and Military Personnel Student Services in the
Financial Aid Office. Academic programs listed in the College Catalog as “Pending ICCB
Approval” are not eligible for VA certification until the approval is received from ICCB
and approved by the Department of Veterans Affairs.
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Web pages
For the most up-to-date information, please visit us on the web!
• sandburg.edu
• facebook.com/carlsandburgcollege
• twitter.com/sandburg
• youtube.com/carlsandburgcollege
• flickr.com/carlsandburgcollege
• sandburgchargers.blogspot.com
TRIO Student Support Services
The TRIO SSS program offers academic support services to students who are planning on
transferring to a four-year university and who are either first-generation college students
or who are eligible according to the federal income guidelines. The goal of the program
is to assist participants to stay in school, graduate from Sandburg and transfer to a fouryear
college or university. Participating students are offered academic advising, transfer
advising, orientation to college, intensive support during their first year of college, financial
aid assistance, planning for four-year college expenses, assistance with study skills, career
research and planning and support with other college-related or personal issues.
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All policies in this Handbook may be subject to change. Please contact the Office of
Student Services for complete policies, regulations, and procedures.
www.sandburg.edu/info/boardoftrustees/policyregulation
Student Equal Opportunity Regulation
It is the regulation of Carl Sandburg College that a student’s race, color, religion, sex,
national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, marital status, veteran status,
sexual orientation or status in any group protected by applicable federal, state or
local law (unless a part of a College affirmative action initiative), shall not be a basis
for determining: (1) whether the student will be admitted to the College; (2) the
educational performance required or expected of the student; (3) the attendance or
assignment requirements applicable to the student; (4) to what courses, fields of study
or programs, including honors and graduate programs, the student will be admitted; (5)
what placement of course proficiency requirements are applicable to the student; (6)
the quality of instruction the student will receive; (7) what tuition or fee requirements
are applicable to the student; (8) what scholarship opportunities are available to the
student; (9) what extracurricular teams the student will be a member of or in what
extracurricular competitions the student will participate; (10) any grade the student
will receive in any examination or in any course or program of instruction in which the
student is enrolled; (11) the progress of the student toward successful completion of or
graduation from any course or program of instruction in which the student is enrolled;
and (12) what degree, if any, the student will receive. Questions or concerns should be
addressed to the Vice President of Student Services during regular business hours.
Students Rights and Responsibilities
Carl Sandburg College recognizes that students are citizens as well as members of an
academic community. As a citizen, each student has the freedoms of speech, assembly,
association, the press and the rights of petition and due process, which are guaranteed
by the state and federal constitutions. As members of an academic community, students
have the right and responsibility for participating in the formulation and review of all
college regulations and policies directly affecting them. Upon enrolling in the College,
each student assumes an obligation to conduct himself/herself in a manner that is
compatible with the College’s function as an educational institution. If this obligation
is neglected or ignored by the student, the College must, in the interest of fulfilling its
function and meeting its total obligations, institute appropriate disciplinary action as
outlined in the Carl Sandburg College Policies and Regulations Manual.
Student Code of Conduct
The College expects from its students a higher standard of conduct than the minimum
required to avoid disciplinary action. Students are expected to obey the law, to show
respect for properly constituted authority, to perform contractual obligations, to
maintain integrity and a high standard of honor in academic work and to observe a
standard of conduct appropriate for the College. The College expects all students to
conduct themselves under all circumstances in a responsible manner. This implies
thoughtful consideration of College property and members of the College community. Any
student or group of students failing to observe either the general standards of conduct or
any specific regulation adopted by the College or acting in a manner not in the best interest
of other students of the College, shall be subject to disciplinary action. Copies of the Student
Code of Conduct are available in the Student Services Office and/or the Office of Student Life.
Framework for Addressing Student Concerns,
Grievances and Discrimination
Should the student have a concern or a complaint — an issue believed to have an
adverse effect upon the student, someone else or a group of students — the student
may work to address that problem by first bringing the issue to the attention of the
person(s) against whom the complaint is directed. Should resolution not be reached
at that level, the issue must be presented in writing, within 10 school days of the issue
in question, to the immediate supervisor of the person against whom the complaint
is directed or to a Student Services counselor, who will, in timely fashion, direct the
student to the appropriate supervisor and then to the appropriate dean.
If no resolution is reached at the dean’s level, the student may appeal to the
president of the College. This procedure shall apply to complaints filed on the basis of
discrimination and/or sexual harassment. All decisions, notification of decisions and
reasons for decisions, shall be in writing. Complaints may also be filed simultaneously
with the Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education or pursue both avenues of
complaint resolution.
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Academic Dishonesty
Students at Sandburg are responsible for understanding what constitutes academic
dishonesty.
Carl Sandburg College defines academic dishonesty as proposed by Gary Pavels [Kibler,
et al, (1988, p.1) Academic Integrity and Student Development: Legal Issues and Policy
Perspectives. North Carolina: College Administrative Publications, Inc.]:
Cheating
Intentionally using or attempting to use work that is not your own, unauthorized
materials, information or study aids in any academic exercise. The term academic
exercise includes all forms of work submitted for credit or hours.
Fabrication
The intentional and unauthorized falsification or invention of any information for citation
in an academic exercise.
Facilitating Academic Dishonesty
Intentionally or knowingly helping or attempting to help another violate a provision of
the institutional code of academic integrity.
Plagiarism
The reproduction of ideas or words or statements of another person as one’s own
without acknowledgement. The penalties for academic dishonesty may be severe.
Students are advised to contact their instructors for policy clarification for a specific
class.
Student Harassment & Sexual Harassment
Students may obtain a complete copy of the sexual harassment policy from the Student
Services Office.
Statement of Purpose
Carl Sandburg College will not tolerate sexual harassment and is committed to providing
and preserving an atmosphere free from harassment in any form. All employees and
students have a right to work and study in an environment free from sexual harassment.
Sexual harassment is a violation of professional ethics and impedes the primary function
of the College.
Definition
Sexual harassment has two elements. It must be of a sexual nature and be perceived
as unwelcome. It consists of conduct that is verbal and/or physical. Examples of verbal
harassment include sexual innuendos; sexual remarks — about one’s clothing or body;
suggestive or insulting sounds; whistling in a suggestive manner; and implied or overt
sexual proposition, invitation or pressure for sex. Examples of physical harassment
include leering or ogling; obscene gestures; patting, pinching or other “inappropriate
touching or feeling”; brushing against another’s body; attempted or actual kissing or
fondling; and coerced sexual intercourse. Sexual harassment can be perpetrated upon
members of one’s own or opposite gender.
Harassment of Students
Sexual harassment means any unwelcome sexual advance or request for sexual favors
made by a higher education representative to a student or any conduct of a sexual nature
exhibited by a higher education representative to a student, when such conduct has the
purpose of substantially interfering with the student’s educational performance or creating
a hostile or offensive educational environment.
Harassment by Students
Under this policy, sexual harassment also includes unsolicited, deliberate or repeated
sexually explicit derogatory statements, gestures or physical contacts that cause discomfort
or humiliation, when such conduct is perpetuated by students upon other students, faculty
and/or staff. Harassment by students against other students is limited to situations where
the administration has actual notice.
Posters and Other Advertising
All posters and advertising must have the approval of the Director of Marketing & Public
Relations. Posters and advertisements must be brought to the Marketing & Public
Relations Office in room E205 on the Main Campus for posting in any campus building.
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Access to & Release of Student Information
It is Carl Sandburg College’s policy to comply fully with the Family Educational Rights
and Privacy Act of 1974 as amended. Guidelines and regulations for discharge of the
College’s obligation under this act are contained in the College’s Policy, Regulation and
Procedure Manual, available to students in the President’s Office, the Admissions and
Records Office or on the Carl Sandburg College website at
www.sandburg.edu/info/boardoftrustees.
Under these guidelines:
• Students have the right to inspect their educational records.
• Certain student records may be released only with prior consent of the student.
• Under certain conditions, parents may be granted access to a student’s
record with or without the student’s consent.
• Procedures exist for students to challenge the contents of their educational records.
• The College may release, without the student’s consent, information that
appears in student directories and publications that are available to the
public except when requested by a student to suppress this information.
Written requests to suppress this information must be completed within
the first five days of classes of the following semester.
• Students have a right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of
Education if they believe the privacy of their education records has been violated.
Drug and Alcohol Abuse
Regulation on Substance Abuse
It is the mission of Carl Sandburg College to provide an environment conducive to
learning. The illegal use of controlled substances is harmful to the health of the
individual and may hinder learning; therefore, the illegal use of controlled substances, as
well as their manufacture, distribution, dispensation or possession is prohibited on Carl
Sandburg College property or as any part of College activities, events, classes, programs
or services.
Students who feel they have a drug abuse problem are encouraged to ask for assistance
so as to be referred to an appropriate drug rehabilitation and treatment program.
Students with such problems should notify the Vice President of Student Services or
a counselor. Behavior that is inappropriate, disruptive and/or dangerous as a result of
the use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated. Students should report such behavior to
the Vice President of Student Services. Pending or subsequent to any legal penalties
that may be imposed upon the student, the Vice President may require the student
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to participate satisfactorily in a recognized substance abuse program approved by the
College. If the student refuses, disciplinary action may be taken and could include:
1. A verbal warning
2. A written reprimand
3. Suspension
4. Expulsion from school
5. Reporting such person to local, state or federal law enforcement agencies
Visitors using, in possession of or under the influence of a controlled substance
will be prohibited from using College facilities and/or reported to appropriate law
enforcement agencies.
If the student finds the disciplinary action unjustified, he/she may elect to file a
complaint according to the existing complaint procedures of the College catalog or
College policy manual.
Regulation on Alcohol Abuse
The illegal use or abuse of alcohol by students, visitors or employees is prohibited on
Carl Sandburg College property or activities. Behavior that is disruptive or dangerous as
a result of the consumption of alcohol will not be tolerated and such behavior should be
reported to the Vice President of Student Services.
If a student feels that they have a problem with alcohol, the College will assist in a
program that helps with this type of problem. Students with such a problem should
notify the Vice President of Student Services or a counselor.
Pending or subsequent to any legal penalties that could be imposed, the Vice President
may require participation in a recognized alcohol rehabilitation program approved by the
College. If the student refuses, disciplinary action may be taken and could include:
1. A verbal warning
2. A written reprimand to employees
3. Suspension
4. Expulsion from school
Visitors using alcohol or who are intoxicated from alcohol will be prohibited from using
College facilities. If the student finds the disciplinary action unjustified, he/she may elect
to file a complaint according to existing complaint procedures in the College catalog or
College policy manual.
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Clean Air/No Smoking Policy
The use of tobacco is prohibited inside any building or vehicle owned, leased or used
by the College. Tobacco shall mean cigarette, cigar, pipe or tobacco in any other form
including smokeless tobacco, which is any loose, cut, shredded, ground, powdered,
compressed or leaf tobacco that is intended to be placed in the mouth without being
smoked. The sale of tobacco is not permitted on College property. Student violations of
this regulation shall be subject to Disciplinary Actions, Sandburg Regulation 3.16.1.
Galesburg
Right to Privacy
The College shall respect the right to privacy of any student who has a chronic
communicable disease. The student’s medical condition shall be disclosed only to the
extent necessary to minimize the health risks to the student and others. The number
of personnel aware of the student’s condition will be kept at a minimum needed to
assure proper care of the student and to detect situations in which the potential for
transmission of the disease may increase. Persons deemed to have “a direct need to
know” will be provided with the appropriate information; however, these persons shall
not further disclose such information.
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the loss of data resulting from delays, non-deliveries or your errors or omissions. Use
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he/ she has read, is aware of and will adhere to the College’s Acceptable Use Policy for
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Main Campus
2400 Tom L. Wilson Boulevard, Galesburg, IL 61401
Ph: 309.344.2518 | Fax: 309.344.1395
Branch Campus
305 Sandburg Drive, Carthage, IL 62321
Ph: 217.357.3129 | Fax: 217.357.3512
Extension Center
380 E. Main Street, Bushnell, IL 61422
Ph: 309.772.2177 | Fax: 309.772.2958
www.sandburg.edu
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