Catalog - Virginia Intermont College

ACADEMIC COMMUNITY STATEMENT
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In order to further the aims, mission, and goals of Virginia Intermont, all
members of the community are expected to accept and abide by the following:
• I hereby indicate my willingness to adhere to a behavior in and
outside the classroom that is marked by honor, respect, and integrity.
• I understand that the College is committed to the pursuit of truth
through open intellectual inquiry, as stated in both its Aims and
Mission Statements. The College expects its students, faculty, and
staff to be respectful and honest in all academic work and in their
day-to-day endeavors.
• I believe that each person in the College community has the right to
be treated with dignity and respect. I believe further that I should
be compassionate and treat others as I would like to be treated.
• I understand that actions such as lying, cheating, plagiarizing,
stealing, or engaging in disorderly conduct bring discredit both to
me and to Virginia Intermont College.
• I understand that all members of the Virginia Intermont College
community are expected to abide by these guidelines for honorable
and respectful conduct.
COLLEGE PROFILE
Virginia Intermont College, founded in 1884, is an undergraduate, coeducational
institution. The College’s atmosphere is one of intellectual stimulation and
freedom where the open exchange of ideas is enthusiastically encouraged.
The student body at Intermont is diverse, drawing students with a wide range of
interests and backgrounds. Approximately 550 students come from 30 states and four
countries.
Energetic faculty members at Virginia Intermont are very committed to meeting the
individual needs of their students. While professional development is strongly
encouraged, faculty members at Virginia Intermont are keenly focused on
classroom teaching. Students at the College enjoy a student-faculty ratio of 10:1.
Virginia Intermont College 2012–2013 College Catalog