GC Catalog 2011 2012 - Gaston College

Student InformationStudent Servicesprogram developed in response to student requestsand needs.A large measure of responsibility for campus affairsis with the Student Government Association (SGA).The students plan and present many co-curricularcampus activities. Activities vary from semester tosemester depending upon student choice. Participationin college governance by students may includemembership on numerous college and campus committees.More information about student activities isavailable in the Office of the Coordinator of StudentActivities.STUDENT IDENTIFICATION CARDEach student will receive a Gaston College photo IDcard that is non-transferable and void unless validatedfor the current term. Loss or theft of a GastonCollege photo ID card should be reported within 24hours to the Chief of Campus Police. The cost for areplacement ID card is $10.00.COLLEGE BOOKSTORESDallas CampusThe Dallas Campus bookstore is located in theMyers Center on the Dallas Campus. The bookstoreprovides new and used textbooks, school and officesupplies, computer software, and various courserelateditems. The bookstore also has college-relatedapparel, gifts, greeting cards and general items tosupport the campus community.In addition to the bookstore, textbooks can also beordered on-line by visiting the bookstores web pageat www.gastonbkstr.com.The Dallas Campus bookstore is open Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Hours during semester breaks and thesummer term are subject to change. For furtherinformation call 704.922.6428.Lincoln CampusThe Lincoln Campus bookstore is located in theLincoln Campus building on the second floor, Suite201. Textbooks are available for all classes taught atthis campus. Student supplies and college insigniaitems are sold there as well. The Lincoln Campusbookstore is open Monday-Thursday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Hours duringthe summer term and when classes are not in sessionare subject to change. For further informationcall 704.748.1075.Kimbrell Campus & Textile Technology CenterThe Kimbrell Campus bookstore is located in thebasement of Harney Hall located at 2770 WilkinsonBlvd., in Belmont, North Carolina. Textbooks areavailable for all classes taught at this campus.Student supplies and college insignia items aresold there as well. The Kimbrell Campus bookstoreis open Monday-Wednesday, 12:00-2:00 p.m. andFriday, 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Hours during thesummer term and when classes are not in sessionare subject to change. For further information call704.825.3737, ext. 229.Returns and Refund PolicyFull refunds for textbooks are given each semesterduring the first ten days of the current semester orten days from the date of purchase. Proof of purchasemust accompany all returns and purchasesmust have been made for the current term (no exceptions).Returned textbooks must be unmarkedand in re-saleable condition. Bundled textbookscannot be unwrapped.Refunds are NOT given on community education,continuing education, corporate education, adulthigh school, or textbooks purchased for a previoussemester. Also, no refunds are given on supplies,gifts, or non-textbook items.Book Buy-back ProgramUsed books in good condition are purchased backfrom students the last three days of each semester.The buyback occurs at the bookstore located on theDallas Campus during regular store hours.WSGE 91.7 FM RADIO STATIONStudios and transmitter for our non-commercial, publicstation are located on the Dallas Campus. WSGE isknown for its eclectic programming, offering listenersa mix of Adult Alternative, Americana, Blues, Beach,Shag, and deep-cut Rock. The station also serves asa source for local news and information.FOOD SERVICE/VENDINGThe Gaston College Café is located on the DallasCampus in the Myers Center Building next to thebookstore. The hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Hot meals, sandwichesand beverages are available during this time. "Grabn-Go"(limited items from the grill), is available from1:30-3:00 p.m. Hours during the summer termand when classes are not in session are subject tochange. Catering services are also available uponrequest. Additionally, vending machines are locatedon all campuses in most buildings.An ATM and copy machine are located on the firstfloor of the Myers Center on the Dallas Campus forthe convenience of students.HOUSINGGaston College is a commuter institution designedto serve residents of the surrounding area and doesnot provide dormitories and housing for its students.41