Student Handbook - New England Culinary Institute
Student Handbook - New England Culinary Institute
Student Handbook - New England Culinary Institute
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Society of NECI <strong>Student</strong> Ambassadors<br />
The aim of the Society of NECI <strong>Student</strong><br />
Ambassadors is to establish a network of informed<br />
and influential individuals from across all NECI<br />
programs that will represent the highest ideals of<br />
the institute, fellow classmates and alumni.<br />
Ambassadors serve as the official liaisons between<br />
NECI and its distinguished visitors, and contribute<br />
to a variety of events for the Admissions, <strong>Student</strong><br />
Affairs, Alumni Relations and Development<br />
departments.<br />
Candidates are invited to apply to the program<br />
quarterly upon the recommendation of the faculty.<br />
Receiving an invitation to apply to the Society of<br />
NECI <strong>Student</strong> Ambassadors is recognized as an<br />
honor and privilege.<br />
Selection Process and Criteria<br />
Each term, faculty instructors and members of the<br />
administration review students within their Module<br />
and select candidates who possess the qualities of a<br />
NECI <strong>Student</strong> Ambassador. Of those invited to<br />
apply, four students from each Module will be<br />
granted membership to the Society of NECI <strong>Student</strong><br />
Ambassadors.<br />
• Candidates will demonstrate strong<br />
communication skills, self-awareness and<br />
knowledge of the various programs at<br />
NECI.<br />
• Candidates are positive in their attitude<br />
about NECI and uphold high standards of<br />
professionalism and leadership both inside<br />
and outside the classroom environment.<br />
• Candidates will possess a strong work ethic<br />
and effectively manage their time between<br />
academic work and extracurricular<br />
activities.<br />
Candidates are looked upon as role models, are in<br />
good academic standing and do not have behavioral<br />
warnings or outstanding fines.<br />
Other <strong>Student</strong> Activities<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s are encouraged to form organizations<br />
related to their interests in the culinary arts and food<br />
service. Such groups in the past have included a<br />
Food Photography Club, Art Club, Brewing Club,<br />
Herb and Vegetable Gardening Group, Cooking and<br />
Booking, Baking Club, Wines Study Group,<br />
American <strong>Culinary</strong> Federation junior chapter,<br />
SkillsUSA Chapter, Food Service Careers Seminar,<br />
and SlowFoodChapter.<br />
If a student is interested in joining or forming a<br />
student activity, club or group, he or she should<br />
contact the Coordinator of <strong>Student</strong> Programs.<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s in NECI’s online programs are welcome to<br />
participate in all student activities.<br />
Field Trips and Release of Liability<br />
NECI recognizes that learning occurs within and<br />
beyond the classroom and that students acquire<br />
knowledge, skills and attitudes through a variety of<br />
experiences and in a variety of settings. Many<br />
students choose to participate in field trips to<br />
supplement their education or enhance recreational<br />
pursuits. NECI takes steps to foster field trip safety<br />
while at the same time recognizing that there are<br />
inherent risks in many activities and significant<br />
levels of personal responsibility that each student<br />
must assume for him/herself.<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s wishing to engage in NECI-sponsored<br />
field trips and programs are required to sign a Field<br />
Trip Waiver and Release of Liability form prior to<br />
participation. By signing the waiver form, students<br />
agree to release, hold harmless and indeminify <strong>New</strong><br />
<strong>England</strong> <strong>Culinary</strong> <strong>Institute</strong> from any and all claims<br />
and law suits for property damage, bodily injury,<br />
wrongful death, or loss of service.<br />
All students are considered to be representatives of<br />
the NECI community at all times. During NECIsponsored<br />
field trips, students are expected to meet<br />
behavioral expectations and to conduct themselves<br />
in a professional manner.<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s may not consume alcohol of any kind<br />
(beer, wine, or spirits) or in any amount while on<br />
NECI-sponsored field trips. Additionally, students<br />
may not use illegal drugs of any kind or show signs<br />
of being under the influence. This policy includes<br />
periods of time when students may be given the<br />
opportunity to tour unsupervised. <strong>Student</strong>s are<br />
strictly forbidden to possess, purchase, or transport<br />
alcohol while attending school sponsored field trips.<br />
<strong>Student</strong>s found violating this policy will face a<br />
disciplinary fine for alcohol violation and may not<br />
be guaranteed transportation back to campus. Other<br />
fines and disciplinary action may be applied as<br />
deemed appropriate by the Office of <strong>Student</strong><br />
Services. ‘<br />
Demonstrations and Supplemental<br />
Programs<br />
In addition to the regular curriculum each term, a<br />
series of demonstrations are offered, which usually<br />
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