Student Handbook - Wilson Community College

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Registration for ClassesStudents are always encouraged to register for classes during early registration. Not only arethe lines far less daunting, but the availability of classes is much greater. Students who are onAcademic Warning or Probation are not eligible for early registration.Students are also encouraged to register and pay tuition and fees through WebAdvisor. TheCollege announces early registration and regular registration dates and times through mailings,e-mails, postings on campus message boards, and postings on the College website. Studentsmust communicate with their academic advisor prior to registration to be “unlocked”. (Seealso WebAdvisor / Moodle /GroupWise)Requests for new registrations after the last date to register will be considered only when theCollege has contributed in some real and meaningful way to the student’s inability to registerduring the set period or the student’s inability to register was extraordinary, unforeseeable, andbeyond the control of the student. Such requests should be made to the Director of Admissions/ Registrar. A student who is denied at this level may make a final appeal to the Dean of StudentDevelopment, where all decisions are final.Reportable Communicable Disease PolicyStudents and employees of the College who may be infected with a reportable communicabledisease as defined by the North Carolina Commission for Health Services will not be excludedfrom enrollment or employment, or restricted in their access to College services or facilities,unless medically based judgments in individual cases establish that exclusion or restriction isnecessary for the welfare of the individual, other members of the College community, or othersassociated with the College through clinical, cooperative, intern, or other such experiences,involving the general public.Examples of communicable diseases include: HIV/AIDS, TB, STD, other diseases such asBlood Borne Pathogens.Individuals who know that they are infected are urged to share that information or disclosewith the Dean of Student Development, so the College can assist in the appropriate responseto their health and educational needs. The College is obligated by law to disclose to publichealth officials information about all confirmed cases of communicable diseases.Persons who may have reasonable basis for believing that they are infected are expected toseek expert advice about their health circumstances and are obligated, ethically and legally, toconduct themselves responsibly in accordance with such knowledge for the protection of others.Residency for Tuition PurposesThe NC General Assembly sets policies and procedures for determining in-state and out-of-statetuition rates. Residency determination is initially made by the College Registrar following theguidelines set by the state. Students who disagree with that initial determination may appealtheir residency status to a College Residency Committee and may file a final appeal to theState Residency Committee. Students should consult the College Registrar or the Dean ofStudent Development for complete information on residency appeals.Safety on CampusCrime Awareness and Campus SecurityWilson Community College is required by federal law to collect and report certain informationconcerning campus and community crime and security. This information is prepared,published, and made available to all current students and employees on the College websiteat www.wilsoncc.edu , and to any applicant for enrollment or employment, upon request. Fora printed copy of this information, please contact the Business Office, the Campus SafetyOffice, or the HR Office.45
Campus Sex Crimes Prevention ActIn compliance with the Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act, individuals may request informationon registered sex offenders at http://sexoffender.ncdoj.gov or by calling the Wilson CountySheriff’s Office at (252) 237-2118.Drug and Alcohol Free Campus PolicyIn compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act and the Drug-Free Schools and CampusesAct, it is the policy of this College that the use, possession, distribution, manufacture, ordispensation of illicit drugs and alcoholic beverages on College property or as part of anyCollege sponsored activity be prohibited. The term “illicit drugs” can include any drug listedin G.S. 90-89 through G.S. 90-94. The term “alcoholic beverage” can include any beveragelisted in G.S. 18B-101.Any employee or student who engages in any of these prohibited actions on College propertyor at a College sponsored activity will be subject to sanctions which will be evaluated on acase-by-case basis, with the penalties which may be imposed ranging from written warnings,mandatory counseling or rehabilitation, up to and including termination of employment orexpulsion. Any infraction which is also a violation of federal, state, or local law will be turnedover to local law enforcement authorities. Legal sanctions for violations of federal, state, orlocal laws can include, but are not limited to, fines and prison sentences. Any such personcharged with a violation of this policy may be suspended from enrollment or employment beforeinitiation or completion of disciplinary proceedings, if, after an appropriate pre-terminationinquiry, the College determines that the continued presence of such person within the Collegecommunity would constitute a clear and immediate danger to the health or welfare of othermembers of the community.The College maintains information on its drug-free awareness program in the office of theDirector of Human Resources and the office of the Dean of Student Development. Thisinformation includes the health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse ofalcohol which can include, but are not limited to; sleep disorders, gastrointestinal problems,cardiovascular disease, respiratory problems, and death. The use of illicit drugs and abuse ofalcohol can also be a danger in the workplace or academic environment creating problems oftardiness, absenteeism, and poor performance.The College does not have a program of drug counseling, rehabilitation or an employeeassistance program. However, people experiencing problems with illicit drugs or alcohol abuseare encouraged to voluntarily seek counseling or treatment programs and may seek informationregarding local off-campus services in the Student Development Office.Wilson Community College will conduct a biennial review of its drug-free awareness programto determine its effectiveness and implement changes as needed. The biennial review will alsoensure that sanctions for violations of this policy are consistently enforced.The legal consequences of violating federal and state laws regarding drugs and alcohol canbe severe, including imprisonment, fines, court costs, mandatory community service, loss ofeligibility for some state licenses, loss of driving privileges, increased insurance premiums,ineligibility for certain jobs, and possible loss of eligibility for financial aid. For moreinformation, see the following websites: www.ncabc.com, www.nccrimecontrol.org, andwww.drugs.health.gov.Emergency Signals and ProceduresEach classroom and office has emergency instructions posted and marked “Emergency”telephones are located in all campus classrooms. These emergency phones automatically dialthe switchboard operator when lifted off their cradle. These phones should only be used whenyou witness a crime in progress, medical emergency, or behavior which you believe couldresult in death or serious bodily harm.In the event of an emergency, an appropriate course of action and instructions will be announcedusing the Emergency Broadcast System.46
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