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is required. Borrowers must abide by the policies and regulationsset by the library; failure to comply will result in the loss of libraryprivileges and access to services. Borrowed materials must bereturned and fines paid by the end of each semester or finalgrades and transcripts will be withheld.Dual, Online, and Evening/Weekend LearningThe Dual, Online and Evening/Weekend Learning offers analternative approach to earning an associate degree/certificate. Itallows students to complete a degree/certificate during eveningsand weekends instead of taking day classes.The program is designed for:• working adults who need flexibility while earning a degree• working adults who must acquire a degree for careeradvancement• anyone interested in acquiring a degree within a short time frame• individuals who assume multiple life roles such as parents,spouses/partners, caregivers, veterans, or homemakers.Dual EnrollmentThe Dual Enrollment Program offers high school students theopportunity to earn college credit while earning Carnegie units inhigh school; in essence, the program enables a high school studentto graduate from high school with college credit. However, it is vitalto understand that a high school student registrant is expectedto adhere to all college, course, and instructor requirements. Theprogram is designed for students who:• are serious about their education,• want to understand what it is like to attend college,• want to earn a college degree,• desire to start college education where there is a smallerstudent to teacher ratio, and• wish to get an early start on completing their collegeeducation.For additional information on the program, visit the BRCC webpage, or call 225.216.8076.12Online LearningDistance/Electronic Learning offers certain degrees and college-
credit courses in a variety of disciplines. Although this is anelectronic program, classes adhere to the same course objectives,content, rigor, and transferability.Students taking online courses must meet the same testing,prerequisite, and corequisite requirements as any traditionallytaught (face-to-face) student at BRCC. In order to succeed in anonline course, students must have access to a computer with aninternet connection and an e-mail account, have version 6.0 orhigher of either Netscape Navigator or Internet Explorer, and beproficient in the use of the computer. Students using a AppleMacIntosh should have Safari 3.0 or higher. In some instances,additional software packages are required. For more information,visit the BRCC web page and click on for the Dual, Online andEvening/Weekend Learning.The Teaching and Learning CenterThe Teaching and Learning Center (TLC) is located on the thirdfloor of the Magnolia Building. The center enhances instructionalprograms by providing free support to BRCC faculty members.Open Computer LabsBRCC provides open computer labs in every academic buildingand technology-based learning solutions such as software andhardware that academically support both students and faculty.These technologies allow BRCC to stay current with nationaltrends, innovations, and best practices in order to providea relevant educational experience for students. The opencomputer labs are networked, with internet access and printingcapabilities. The assessed Student Technology Fee allows thecollege to maintain and upgrade systems, add new resources,and provide computer support for students inside and outside ofthe classroom. A valid BRCC Student Identification Card must bepresented to use computer labs.Media ServicesThe Media Services Department, located on the second floorof the Magnolia Library and Performing Arts Pavilion, provideseducational technology support to faculty, staff, and students.13
Page 4 and 5: Message from the ChancellorDear Stu
Page 6 and 7: Table of ContentsAbout this Handboo
Page 8 and 9: Special Restrictions . . . . . . .
Page 10 and 11: Did You Know?Interesting Current Fa
Page 12 and 13: How do I register for online course
Page 15 and 16: Maintaining F-1 StudentVisa StatusA
Page 17 and 18: without revalidation agreements wit
Page 22 and 23: Patrons can listen to or view media
Page 24 and 25: New Student OrientationStudent orie
Page 26 and 27: Programs of StudyBaton Rouge Commun
Page 28 and 29: BRCC students must maintain an over
Page 30 and 31: Financial AidThe Office of Financia
Page 32 and 33: fees are due at the time of registr
Page 34 and 35: hours of developmental courses and
Page 36 and 37: Textbook BuybackThe money received
Page 38 and 39: Registration Service FeeAll student
Page 40 and 41: Student PoliciesStatement ofNon-Dis
Page 42 and 43: v. a fair appeal heard before an im
Page 44 and 45: ducts a hearing whenever the involv
Page 46 and 47: Cheating and PlagiarismCheating inc
Page 48 and 49: online environments (such as Facebo
Page 50 and 51: 1. BRCC Today,2. auxiliary services
Page 52 and 53: GraduationStudents must fulfill all
Page 54 and 55: Calculating the Grade Point Average
Page 56 and 57: Student Programs and Resources (SPA
Page 58 and 59: 503. A complete roster of current m
Page 60 and 61: TRIO ProgramsUpward Bound ProgramUp
Page 62 and 63: Emergency Telephone Number225.216.8
Page 64 and 65: • Failure to comply with traffic
Page 66 and 67: Office of Environmental SafetyHazar
Page 68 and 69: All proceedings are confidentially
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Appendix B - Sexual Harassment Poli
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do not apply in BRCC hearings.• A
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Appendix C - Sexual Assault PolicyE
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68alleged incident(s) occurred; and
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Appendix G - Alcohol and Drug Polic
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Area Programs Available for Drug/Al
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Appendix H - Student PublicationsFr
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Appendix I - Academic Renewal Polic
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Appendix J - Student Organization a
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Appendix K - Club/Organization Advi
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NSLDS Customer Support 1-800-999-82
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98Honor Societies . . . . . . . . .
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