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Student PoliciesStatement ofNon-DiscriminationBRCC supports the Civil Rights Actof 1964, “Executive Order #11246,Title IX” of the Educational Amendmentsof 1972, “Section 504” of theRehabilitation Act of 1973, and theAmericans with Disabilities Act.No person shall be excluded fromparticipation in, denied the benefits of, or subjected to discriminationunder any program or activity of the college on the basis of age, race,religion, color, sex, national origin, or disability. Any student who has agrievance related to discrimination should contact the Vice Chancellorfor Student Affairs.Student Code of ConductStudents, as members of the BRCC college community, are affordedcertain rights; but in turn, they are expected to meet certain responsibilities.Students should understand and exercise their rights, meet theirresponsibilities, and allow other students to enjoy the same privileges.The college maintains an academic environment for all without denyingopportunities to any, and being unfamiliar with BRCC policies andprocedures does not excuse a student from acting responsibly.32A. Student Rights1. Students have the right to be heard in matters that affect theirrights and responsibilities.2. Students have the right to examine and discuss issues ofimportance, and legally support popular/unpopular causes inan orderly manner. However, students do not have the right todisrupt college operations or interfere with the rights of others.To obtain a permit for holding a peaceful demonstration,A student (or group of students) must first complete a StudentActivity Request Form and submit it to the Office of Student Programsand Resources (SPAR) at least 72 hours prior to the event.The location must be approved by SPAR.3. Student publications and communications are guaranteed“freedom of the press.” Individual students and studentclubs/organizations have the right to publish, distribute, and
oadcast items to the college community, provided that thematerials are identified with the name of the student/studentclub/organization. All publications/broadcasts should adhereto the canons of responsible journalism, including avoidance ofdefamation, indecency/obscenity, undocumented allegations,plagiarism, and harassment. All publications must be approvedby the SPAR prior to distribution.4. Students have the right to form and participate in student clubs/organizations that provide educational and social enrich ment.Student clubs/organizations duly registered with SPAR areallowed to meet in rooms and spaces located on the collegecampus provided that reservations are made prior to eachmeeting, and the meeting proceeds in accordance with establishedrules and regulations. Students/student groups may notmake room/space reservations at BRCC in their names for useby outside groups/organizations.5. Student clubs/organizations registered with SPAR have the rightto invite a speaker to their meeting at the college. If thereis clear evidence that the event could disrupt the orderlyoperation of the college, the Vice Chancellor for StudentAffairs has the right to can cancel a speaker’s invitation. Thesponsoring organization will be notified of the cancellation atthe earliest possible time.6. Student academic records are confidential and subject to existinglaw. Official records kept at BRCC do not indicate politicalaffiliations, activities, or beliefs and are not available tounauthor ized persons within or outside the institution withoutthe express written, legal consent of the student involved.7. Students are afforded due process when accused of anyviolation(s) of the regulations of the BRCC Student Code ofConduct. Due process is based on Student Life Policies andadministrative procedures. For violations resulting in suspension/expulsion,students have the right to:i. a notice in writing of any charges.ii. admit to the alleged violation, waive an appeal, and acceptthe college’s action(s).iii. admit to the alleged violation and request an appeal.iv. deny that the alleged violation occurred and request anappeal.33
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 20 and 21: is required. Borrowers must abide b
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 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
Page 70 and 71: Appendix B - Sexual Harassment Poli
Page 72 and 73: do not apply in BRCC hearings.• A
Page 74 and 75: Appendix C - Sexual Assault PolicyE
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Page 78 and 79: A school official has a legitimate
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Page 84 and 85: Appendix G - Alcohol and Drug Polic
Page 86 and 87: Area Programs Available for Drug/Al
Page 88 and 89: 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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