2018_2019ClassSchedule

328 SUMMER/FALL 2018/SPRING 2019 CLASS SCHEDULE Cheating and Plagiarism Students at Reedley College are entitled to the best education that the college can make available to them, and they, their instructors, and their fellow students share the responsibility to ensure that this education is honestly attained. Because cheating, plagiarism, and collusion in dishonest activities erode the integrity of the college, each student is expected to exert an entirely honest effort in all academic endeavors. Academ- ic dishonesty in any form is a very serious offense and will incur serious consequences. Cheating is the act or attempted act of taking an examination or performing an assigned, evaluated task in a fraudulent or deceptive manner, such as having improper access to answers, in an attempt to gain an unearned academic advantage. Cheating may include, but is not limited to, copying from another’s work, supplying one’s work to another, giving or receiving copies of examinations without an instructor’s permission, using or displaying notes or devices inappropriate to the conditions of the examination, allowing someone other than the officially enrolled student to represent the student, or failing to disclose research results completely. Plagiarism is a specific form of cheating: the use of another’s words or ideas without identifying them as such or giving credit to the source. Plagiarism may include, but is not limited to, failing to provide complete citations and references for all work that draws on the ideas, words, or work of others, failing to identify contributors to work done in collaboration, submitting duplicated work to be evaluated in different courses without the knowledge and consent of the instructors involved, or failing to observe computer security systems and software copyrights. Incidents of cheating and plagiarism may result in any of a variety of sanctions and penalties, which may range from a failing grade on the particular examination, paper, project, or assignment in question to a failing grade in the course, at the discretion of the instructor and depending on the severity and frequency of the incidents. For more information, contact the Vice President of Student Services’ Office or the Vice President of Instruction’s Office. Drug- and Alcohol-Free Campus Reedley College is committed to maintaining a drug- and alcohol-free campus. To that end, the college prohibits the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of controlled substances (as defined in Schedules I through V of the Controlled Substances Act {21U.S.C812} and as further defined by Regulations 21 CFR 1308.15 in the workplace). Behavior which violates this policy will be subject to disciplinary action in accordance with campus policies and regulations (BP 5410). Persons who seek information and/or resolution of alleged violations are directed to the Vice President of Student Services in the Student Services Building. (559) 638-0300, ext. 3291, or campus police, ext. 3330. Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) outlines certain rights students have concerning access to and release of their educational records. Copies of District Administration Regulations implementing this act may be obtained from the Admissions and Records Office. Each student is encouraged to obtain a copy. The act ensures that the students will have access to their educational records and that the college will not release their records to anyone, including any parents, who is not designated by the student to receive them, except as provided by the law itself. The law authorizes the release of directory information in the absence of student objection. Directory information includes: name, address, date and place of birth, major field of study, current class schedule, participation in activities, dates of attendance, degrees and awards received, and last institution attended. Objection, if any, to the release of this information may be made at the time the student applies for admission or at registration (see Application for Admission p.4, item #31). Grievance Policy for Students Any complaint concerning an alleged unauthorized or unjustified act or decision by any staff member which adversely affects the grades, status, rights, or privileges of a student is the concern of the Reedley College administration. A student should see the following people, in the suggested order below, if the concern is an academic matter: 1. Instructor 2. Dean of Instruction 3. Petition Academic Standards Committee (obtain petition form from Admissions and Records) A student should see the following people, in the suggested order below, if the concern is a non-academic matter: • If it involves an administrator - immediate supervisor • If it involves certificated/classified staff - immediate supervisor • If it involves another student - Vice President of Student Services. If the student’s concern(s) remain unresolved, the student may submit the grievance in writing. Grievances regarding non-academic matters are submitted to the Vice President of Student Services (grievance forms may be obtained at the Vice Pres- ident of Student Services Office in the Student Services Building (559) 638-0300, ext. 3291. If the student is not satisfied with the outcome at this step, a petition can be filed with the Committee for Student Conduct (petition may be obtained at the Vice President of Student Services Office). Individuals seeking information and/or resolution of alleged acts of discrimination are directed to contact the Vice President of Student Services at (559) 638-0300, ext. 3291. The Vice President of Student Services Office is located in the Student Services Building. Intellectual Freedom and Responsibility—Board Policy Intellectual freedom is to be guarded as a basic right of all citizens in a free society. To this end, the colleges of the district are committed to free discussion and open inquiry in the pursuit of truth. It is recognized that freedom to think, to read, to speak, and to question is necessary to the development of an informed citizenry. This freedom shall be integral to the philosophy of this district and is guaranteed to all faculty and students. Nondiscrimination Statement Reedley College and all its centers comply with all Federal and state rules and regu- lations and does not discriminate on the basis or race, color, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in educational programs and/or extracurricular school activ- ities. Harassment of any employee/student with regard to race, color, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, religion or age is strictly prohibited. Limited English speaking skills will not be a barrier at Reedley College to participation in Vocational Education programs. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the college’s Title IX Officer and/or the Section 504/ADA Coordinator. Reedley College Title IX Officer/Section 504/ADA Coordinator: Lisa McAndrews 995 N. Reed Ave. Reedley, CA, 93654 559-638-0300 ext. 3258 CAMPUS POLICIES