2016-2017 Handbook/Planner

2016-2017 Handbook & Planner

Concordia • Geary County • Online & Outreach www.cloud.edu • 800.729.5101

Mission and Vision Statements and Purposes (Institutional Policy A1) Mission Statement: Cloud County Community College is dedicated to delivering high quality, innovative, affordable, and accessible educational opportunities and services that prepare a diverse population to be critical thinkers and lifelong learners who can meet the challenges of an ever-changing global community.

To assure the delivery of this mission, Cloud County Community College is directed by valid and reliable assessment techniques, which measure the effectiveness and efficiency of all departments in the delivery of curriculum and services in support of student academic success.

Vision Statement: Cloud County Community College strives to enrich the lives of our students and the communities we serve.

Purposes: • To provide educational opportunities for personal and professional growth, economic improvement, cultural development, and life enrichment.

• To provide individualized student support services and assistance.

• To provide available facilities, services and other resources to the community.

• To provide cultural events and sponsor a variety of activities for our students and community.

T-Bird Email Your T-Bird email will be available to you with 24 hours of your enrollment approval!

You should check your T-Bird email weekly. You also have an option to forward your T-Bird email to your personal email account.

Go to cloud.edu and select the “Email” Quick Link. Select the box for students. Your email address will be your first initial, middle initial and last name. Your Email Password will be your last name followed by the last four digits of your social security number.

Student Example: Email address: Email password:

John A. Smith, with a SS# 123-45-6789 jasmith@tbirds.cloud.edu Smith6789

iCloud iCloud is your student web portal. This is where you enroll in your classes, view your student account, check mid-term and final grades, check for missing financial aid documents, and make payment arrangements prior to the start of each term.

Go to cloud.edu and select the “iCloud” Quick Link. Enter your username (jasmith) first initial, middle initial and last name and email password.

CANVAS Canvas is Cloud’s learning management system. Approximately one week prior to the start of each term, you should see your classes listed in Canvas. Canvas has many great uses for students, such as checking your grades throughout the semester, submitting assignments, and messaging your instructors. You will find each instructor utilizes Canvas to suit their own discipline of instruction.

Go to cloud.edu and select the “Access Canvas” Quick Link. Enter your username (jasmith) first initial, middle initial and last name and email password.

2016-2017

Student Handbook & Planner Cloud County Community College

Concordia • Geary County • Online & Outreach 785.243.1435 • 800.729.5101 www.cloud.edu This planner belongs to:

NAME ___________________________________________________________ STREET ADDRESS ________________________________________________ CITY, STATE, ZIP __________________________________________________ PHONE __________________________________________________________

The information and event dates published in this planner are subject to change.

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CLOUD COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2016-2017

Fall Semester 2016 August 4 August 9 August 12-22 August 18 August 20-21 August 21 August 22

August 23 September 5 October 10-13 October 12 October 13 October 17 November 11 November 23-25 December 6-9 December 9 December 12-14 December 19-January 3

Outreach Instructor In-Service - Concordia GCC Adjunct Faculty In-Service Faculty Contract Days Student Services Day - GCC On campus housing Move-In Day - Concordia New Student Orientation New Student Orientation (continued) Student Services Day -Concordia New Student Orientation - GCC Classes begin - All campuses (Including 1st 8-wk Session) Labor Day -COLLEGE CLOSED- No classes Mid-Term Exams 1st 8-wk Session ends New Student Orientation for 2nd 8-wk session - GCC 2nd 8-wk session begins Veteran’s Day -COLLEGE CLOSED-No classes Thanksgiving Break -COLLEGE CLOSED- No classes Final Exams (Including 2nd 8-wk Session) Last Day for Outreach and 2nd 8-wk Classes Faculty Contract Days Winter Break -COLLEGE CLOSED- No Classes

Interterm 2016-2017 December 15-17 January 3-7

8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Spring Semester 2017 January 9-13 January 10 January 12

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Faculty Work-days Adjunct Faculty In-Service - GCC Student Services Day - GCC

CLOUD COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2016-2017 January 16 Martin Luther King Jr. Day - COLLEGE CLOSED January 17 Student Services Day - Concordia

New Student Orientation - Concordia & GCC

Faculty Contract Day January 18 Classes begin - All Locations (including 1st 8-wk session) February 20 President’s Day - COLLEGE CLOSED - No classes March 8 1st 8-wk session ends March 9 2nd 8-wk session student orientation – GCC March 13-16 Mid-Term Exams March 13 2nd 8-wk session begins March 20-24 Spring Break - No classes April 14 Good Friday - COLLEGE CLOSED - No classes May 8-11 Final Exams - (including 2nd 8-wk sessions) May 11 Last day for Outreach & 2nd 8-wk classes May 12 Commencement - 7 p.m. at Concordia, for all graduates May 15-16 Faculty Contract Day May 24 Student Services Day for Summer Sessions - GCC May 25 New Student Orientation for Summer Sessions - GCC May 29 Memorial Day - COLLEGE CLOSED

Summer Session 2017 (Classes held Monday-Thursday)

May 30 Summer School begins - Session I (Concordia & GCC), Extended Session (GCC & Online), and Outreach June 28 Last Day for Summer Session I - (Concordia & GCC) July 3-4 Independence Day - COLLEGE CLOSED - No classes July 5 Summer Session II begins - (Concordia & GCC) July 13 Last day for Outreach Summer School August 3 Last Day for Summer Session II (Concordia & GCC) & Extended Summer Session - GCC * GCC - Geary County Campus * Some online & outreach, weekend, and 8-week classes may have alternate final testing dates. Please check with instructors for dates.

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ACADEMICS INFORMATION

Accreditation

Cloud County Community College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission, a commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL, 60604, 800-621-7440.

Cloud County Community College operates under the authority of the Kansas Board of Regents, 1000 SW Jackson St., Suite 520, Topeka, KS, 66612-1368, 785-296-3421.

ACADEMIC REGULATIONS Degrees Offered

The Associate of Arts (AA), the Associate of Science (AS), the Associate of Applied Science (AAS), and the Associate of General Studies (AGS) degrees are offered at Cloud County Community College. The AA and the AS degrees are transfer degrees equivalent to the first two years at a four-year college or university. General education requirements and elective courses used toward these degrees are expected to apply toward a Bachelor’s degree. The AAS is awarded to those students who successfully complete a specific career program. The AGS is awarded to those who desire to explore a variety of academic disciplines. The AAS or AGS degrees may transfer only to specific degree programs at selected colleges or universities. Generally, these degrees will only apply toward bachelor’s degrees for which the purposes are technology occupations. Students should seek degree program evaluation, analysis and advice from the institution to which they plan to enroll. Sixty-two semester hours of above 100 level courses and 124 grade points are minimum requirements for each degree. Some career programs may require additional hours. In order to graduate, students are normally expected to complete the graduation requirements listed in the catalog that was in effect at the time they first enrolled. However, if a student sits out two consecutive semesters, the student will be readmitted under the graduation requirements in the current catalog.

Cooperative Education

Cooperative Education is a structured educational program combining classroom learning with productive work experience in a field related to a student’s individualized academic or career goals. Work experiences are developed and/or approved by the college as appropriate learning environments, however, the final employment decisions are made by the employer and the student.

Students learn the important links between academic learning and what is expected in the workplace. College credit is earned for the development and achievement of college-related learning objectives. In most cases, the student receives income for their work. Cooperative Education is available for all college disciplines, and is required for many vocational programs. Most four-year institutions will accept the Cooperative Education courses that can be completed in conjunction with semester course work (parallel), by working off-campus for a semester (alternate), or by working during the summer. Cooperative Education is a valued partnership between employers, students and educators.

Occupational Certificate

Cloud County Community College provides programs of instruction consisting of college credit courses that are designed to prepare students for entry into an occupation, or a closely related cluster of occupations. A certificate is awarded upon satisfactory completion of a planned program, including the demonstration or the attainment of predetermined and specified performance requirements. The courses shall be based in theory and of sufficient complexity, rigor, and theory to award college credit. Most certificate programs are designed to allow a full-time student to complete the program within one school year.

Student Classification (Institutional Policy D2)

1. Freshman: Any student having fewer than 30 semester hours credit.

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2. Sophomore: Any student having 30 or more credit hours 3. Special students, include the following: (1) high school students taking college courses; (2) gifted students, as defined by K.S.A. 72-962(g); (3) students who earned more than 64 hours; and (4) those students not meeting specific requirements for admission.

Enrollment and Withdrawal (Institutional Policy D5) Although students are considered to be full-time when enrolled in 12 semester hours, the normal semester load for students is 15-17 hours. The maximum load that a student may enroll for during the fall or spring semester is 20 credit hours. Students may exceed these limits only with permission of the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Any student who wishes to enroll simultaneously in more than 12 hours during a summer term must first have written approval of the Vice-President for Academic Affairs.

A student may officially withdraw from individual courses until the end of the 14th week of the semester. A grade of “W” (withdrawn) will appear on the transcript for these courses. Total withdrawal from college may be done any time prior to the beginning of final exams. Withdrawal forms are available in the Advisement Center or the Geary County Campus Student Services Office.

Withdrawals are not effective until completed forms are on file in the Student Records Office.

Failure to submit the completed withdrawal form will result in an “F” being recorded as the semester grade. Refunds will be handled in accordance with the refund policy.

Add Procedure

Students may add courses through iCloud (student web portal) or contact their academic advisor at the GCC Student Services Office or the Advisement Center on the Concordia Campus.

Fall and Spring semesters: Students will have through the seventh calendar day from the start of class to add a full-semester course. First-session or second-session courses may be added through the third calendar day from the start of each session.

Winter Term Semester: Figured on an individual basis.

Summer Session: Students will have the first two calendar days from the start of each session (first-session and second-session) on the Concordia Campus. Outreach, GCC, and Internet summer courses may be added through the third calendar day.

Grading System (Institutional Policy D3)

For each semester hour of graded work, students earn points, as follows:

A..................................Excellent....................................................................... 4 grade points B..................................Good............................................................................. 3 grade points C..................................Average........................................................................ 2 grade points D..................................Poor................................................................................1 grade point F..................................Failing........................................................................... 0 grade points W.................................Withdrawn.................................................................... 0 grade points P..................................Pass............................................................................. 0 grade points NP................................No Pass........................................................................ 0 grade points I....................................Incomplete.................................................................... 0 grade points AU...............................Audit............................................................................. 0 grade points WIP..............................Work in Progress.......................................................... 0 grade points XF................................Academic Integrity Violation......................................... 0 grade points WA...............................Administrative Withdrawal............................................ 0 grade points

Grade Point Average: A measure of scholastic performance. A GPA is obtained by dividing the number of grade points by the hours of work attempted, using the grade point scale above. Grades A, B, C, D, F and XF are computed in the Grade Point Average. Grades of W, P, NP, I, AU and WA are not computed in the GPA. The numerical value of each letter grade is multiplied by the credit hour value of the course.

The resulting total of grade points is divided by the total number of attempted hours.

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W – Withdrawn This option is available for individual courses through the 14th week of a regular semester. For other than semester-length courses, students may withdraw as long as no more than 80 percent of the scheduled course time has transpired. Complete withdrawal from college may be done anytime prior to the beginning of final exams.

P/NP – Pass/No Pass This “Pass/No Pass” option is available for selected workshops and courses. The P/NP does not compute in the GPA. A “P” equates to a “C” or better.

I - Incomplete The student must request and receive the approval of the instructor to receive an Incomplete. This grade may be given at the end of the semester if the student has successfully completed more than 75% of the course. The instructor will file a “Request for an Incomplete” form from the Office of Student Records. If the “I” is not completed by the end of the following semester, the grade will be changed to an “F” and the GPA figured accordingly.

AU - Audit Audit is allowed on a space available basis only. Courses taken for audit will not be granted credit.

Courses taken for audit are for observation only. The student must complete an enrollment form for auditing a course and on this form receive the approval and signatures of the instructor and VicePresident for Academic Affairs.

Academic Probation & Suspension Sanctions (Institutional Policy D14) For students at Cloud County Community College, academic probation and academic suspension are not punitive measures or disciplinary actions. The purpose of this policy is to provide opportunities for students to succeed.

The clear intent of these sanctions is: • To identify students whose academic efforts have not been successful; • To provide these students the opportunity for guidance in developing strategic plans to succeed at college level learning; and • To link these students with staff and faculty who can offer support and encouragement to follow their plans through to success.

Satisfactory Academic Progress To graduate, students must earn a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0. To reach this required minimum, students must maintain certain GPA minimums as compared to completed credit hours (see chart below).

Earned credit hour minimum for satisfactory academic progress: Students will pass 50% (grades A, B, C, D, or P) of stated credit hours in any given semester.

Academic Probation Students who have attempted nine or more cumulative credit hours at Cloud County Community College shall be placed on academic probation when the cumulative grade point average or semester grade point average is less than that needed to achieve satisfactory academic progress, or a student passes less than 50% of courses for which they are enrolled.

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Satisfactory Academic Progress Chart Total Attempted Credit Hours 1-10 credit hours 11-20 credit hours 21-30 credit hours 31-40 credit hours 41-50 credit hours 51-94 credit hours

Minimum Career GPA N/A 1.60 1.70 1.80 1.90 2.00

Minimum Semester GPA N/A 1.70 1.70 1.70 1.70 1.70

To register on academic probation, a student is required to take the following actions: 1. Meet with an academic advisor or the Student Retention Specialist at the Concordia Campus or the Geary County Campus to understand fully the terms of academic probation and the potential, subsequent status of academic suspension.

2. Complete a written action plan with specific academic goals that will facilitate achieving the required ratio of earned credit hours and cumulative GPA. 3. Enroll in the 1 credit hour course, Personal Assessment and Planning, as required by the action plan, to determine progress, as well as any additional action/intervention needed for the student to achieve the academic performance necessary to rise above academic probation and thus avoid academic suspension.

Students on probation or suspension from another college or university will enter Cloud County Community College on probation. * Outreach and On-line students should phone the Advisement Center at 1-800-729-5101.

At the close of each semester, the academic performance of students on academic probation will be re-evaluated in terms of satisfactory academic progress.

If the student’s semester and cumulative GPA meet the requirements for satisfactory academic progress and the student has completed at least 50% of the courses for which they are enrolled, the student no longer will be considered on academic probation.

If the student does not meet satisfactory academic progress requirements, the student will be placed on academic suspension after review by the Academic Probation and Suspension Committee.

The terms of academic suspension shall be as follows: 1. A student on academic suspension will not be eligible to register for the next regular fall or spring semester.

2. After one semester of academic suspension, the student may enroll on continuing academic probation status.

Graduation

Cloud County Community College holds one commencement ceremony, which takes place in May. It is the responsibility of the student to meet all requirements for graduation, and to check with the Student Records Office well in advance so there are no deficiencies.

Graduation requirements are as follows: • Completion of the general education requirements • Completion of a minimum of 62 hours of credit (courses must be 100 level or above). Allied Health courses and Commercial Driver’s License courses (AG299, AG300, AG301, and AG302) typically will not count toward AA or AS degree requirements.

• An overall grade point average of at least 2.0 (courses must be 100 level or above) 9

• For the Associate of Applied Science Degree, completion of the departmentally approved program.

• Students completing requirements during the fall semester will be part of the May ceremony. Those students must submit a petition by December 1. Students completing requirements during the spring semester must submit a petition by February 1.

• No more than 12 hours of PE activity course credits can be used towards any of Cloud’s associate degrees.

• A student must earn 15 hours as a Cloud County student.

Honor Graduate

A student meeting all graduation requirements for Cloud County Community College and who has a 3.6 GPA or higher for all college credit hours completed (Cloud County Community College credits and all transfer hours) may be designated an Honor Graduate.

For commencement ceremony purposes in the spring, tentative Honor Graduates will be recognized based upon the cumulative GPA at the end of the fall semester. However, the official designation will take place after the final GPA is determined based upon the criteria stated above and the degree has been conferred. At that point, the designation of “Honor Graduate” will be noted on the student’s transcript.

Honor Roll

The President’s Honor Roll recognizes students who have earned a semester grade point average of 3.9 - 4.0. The Honor Roll includes students who have earned a semester grade point average of 3.6 to 3.899. In order to be eligible for these honor rolls, a student must complete a minimum of 12 hours in any given semester. These lists are published after the fall and spring semesters.

Credit by Examination (Institutional Policy D6)

1. Approval for credit by examination must be obtained from both the Vice President for Academic Affairs and the instructor prior to taking the exam. Forms are available in the Student Records Office. The exam must be taken within the first two weeks of the semester.

2. The student should enroll in the “quiz-out” course. If the examination is passed, the student will be deleted from the course and credit by examination noted on the transcript. The student may then enroll in a sequential course. Enrollment in the quiz-out and sequential course may not be done concurrently.

3. An examination fee of $15.00 will be charged for all attempted quiz-outs. Students will receive a grade for all courses successfully completed via the quiz-out method.

4. High school students are not eligible to quiz-out of a college course.

CLEP, Military Credit, Industry Training Programs (Institutional Policy D6) A variety of experiences can qualify a student for college credit. CLEP credit may be awarded for successful completion of some general examinations and subject examinations. Other tests are evaluated by the Vice-President for Academic Affairs on a case-by-case basis.

The Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Services, The National Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs, and The Guide to Educational Credit by Examination are used in evaluating courses from the military or industry. Courses must be applicable to the student’s program of study in order to be accepted. Both of the above guides are publications of the American Council on Education.

The Registrar’s Office should be contacted for an evaluation of all documents regarding credit for any testing or training program.

CLEP, ACT, DANTES (Institutional Policy D6)

CLEP (College Level Examination Program) credit may be awarded for successful completion of

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both the general examination and subject examinations. Other tests are evaluated by the VicePresident for Academic Affairs on a case-by-case basic.

Concurrent Enrollment

The college cooperates with selected high schools by offering college courses to eligible high school students during the day. This Concurrent Enrollment Program is open to students who meet the eligibility requirements as established by the Kansas Board of Regents and Cloud County Community College. All students must meet established course prerequisites and have the appropriate test scores on file. All courses use college syllabi and textbooks. For more information, contact the Concurrent and Outreach Coordinator at 785-243-1435, ext. 373.

Articulation Agreements

The college collaborates with area high schools and the State to create articulation agreements for the purpose of providing students with a seamless transition into post-secondary education.

Articulation agreements afford students the opportunity to receive advanced training in a particular career and technical area while foregoing the repetitiveness of relearning skills and competencies that have been previously demonstrated. Courses are evaluated on an individual basis by career and technical faculty and may be awarded up to 3 hours of articulated credit. To receive articulated credit, the student must meet the provisions set forth in the agreement. Credit will be awarded to students who have successfully met the criteria of the agreement and have completed 12 credit hours in the career and technical program designated by the agreement at Cloud County Community College.

Academic Due Process (Institutional Policy D19) In order to provide the highest level of service to the student, Cloud County Community College has adopted a stepwise procedure for addressing any complaint or dispute related to academic matters.

Students may obtain the complete grievance policy by contacting the Academic Affairs Office. After obtaining a copy of the policy from the Academic Affairs Office, students who wish to appeal any academic dispute arising from an academic endeavor must start the process by: Step 1: Within ten (10) working days following the academic dispute, the student shall personally meet with the instructor to discuss resolution of the matter. The student must provide reasonable notice of any objection or complaint to the instructor. Both student and instructor shall make a good faith effort in settling any dispute at this level.

Step 2: If a student is not satisfied with the results of Step 1, the student should present a written summary of the complaint to the appropriate Division Dean within five (5) business days following the completion of Step 1.

Step 3: If resolution is not achieved at Step 2, the student shall present a written summary of the complaint to the Vice-President for Academic Affairs within five (5) business days of the completion of Step 2.

Step 4: Should the matter not be resolved, the student must submit a copy of the complaint to the College President within five (5) business days of Step 3.

Step 5: Issues not resolved in Step 4 must be presented in writing to the Board of Trustees within five (5) business days of the completion of Step 4.

Step 6: Use of this complaint procedure is not a prerequisite to the pursuit of other remedies.

In addition to utilizing the college’s complaint process, the following outlets exist for seeking redress of grievances. Complaints regarding State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) courses may be filed by the student with the Kansas Board of Regents. Complaints regarding an institution’s on-going ability to meet the Criteria of Accreditation may be filed by following the guidelines of the North Central Association of the Higher Learning Commission (NCAHLC) at https:/www.hlcommission.org/HLC-Institutions/complaints.html.

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Academic Honesty (Institutional Policy D17) A standard of honor, fair play, trust, and honesty - fairly applied - is essential to a good learning environment. Students are expected to adhere to such standards in all areas of academic pursuit.

Students who compromise the integrity of the classroom are subject to disciplinary action on the part of the College.

Attendance (Institutional Policy D4) Cloud County Community College regards punctual attendance as integral to all courses and expects it of its students. Students are expected to attend all classes as scheduled regardless of delivery format. For online learners, regular, systematic weekly participation is expected according to the tenets established on the course syllabus. See Policy D4 for more information.

Each instructor’s attendance requirements will be published in the course syllabus. Penalties for excessive absences, which may include a reduction of the course grade, must be included in the course’s syllabus.

The instructor or the Student Retention Specialist may notify students whose class performance has been jeopardized by excessive absences.

Leave of Absence

Cloud County Community College is committed to student success and provides services to help students who need an extended leave of absence due to personal tragedy, family illness, death in the family, or other sudden personal issue.

If a student needs an extended leave of absence due to one of the above circumstances, please notify the Director of Advisement and Retention Services located in the Advisement Center. A form must be completed and signed prior to leaving campus by both the student and their instructors providing an understanding of the estimated time a student will be gone from campus, when the student expects to return to campus, and the course expectations during the leave of absence. The Leave of Absence form does not serve as a contract, but rather a tool for communication between the student and their instructors. In emergency situations when the student is not able to contact the Advisement Center, a family member or friend should notify the Advisement Center for the student.

The Director of Advisement and Retention Services will then notify the student’s instructors and the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Assessment of Student Learning

Assessment of student leaning is a critical part of the education process at CCCC. Ongoing assessment of student learning is a means for the College to measure its success in meeting the mission and for continued enhancement of both academic programs and student services. Contributions by students constitute a critical source of assessment data. Throughout their educational career at CCCC, all students will be expected to contribute to the assessment program by completing surveys, standardized tests, submitting academic work products, working with academic advisors, and completing exit interviews as required by specific programs. CCCC believes assessment of student learning leads to decisions which affect the entire college thus CCCC faculty, staff and administration are committed to an ongoing assessment program to continually improve teaching and learning.

Final Examinations (Institutional Policy D11) Final exam schedules are made available at the beginning of each semester. Final exams shall be given during the time allotted for such examinations. Any deviation from these policies shall be cleared with the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

When a student has three or more final examinations scheduled for one day, that student may petition the instructor(s) to reschedule the middle examination(s), leaving two examinations for a testing day. Any difficulties arising from this process should be referred to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Instructors may opt to excuse students from the final exams based on class standing.

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Transcripts (Institutional Policy D13) The Office of Student Records maintains a student’s academic record of course work completed at the College. Transcripts will be released only after receipt of a written request signed by the student.Transcripts issued directly to the student will be marked “Issued to Student.” All official transcript requests must be accompanied by the published transcript fee. No official transcripts will be ordered or mailed until the fee is paid.

Transcripts will not be released for students whose records are on hold.

Official transcripts from other institutions cannot be released to any individual or institution. Copies designed “for CCCC staff use only” may be released to appropriate CCCC professional staff members for advising or for institutional research purposes. Any release of student transcript information will be approved and documented by the Registrar.

Student transcripts are not to be faxed, mailed, or in any way shared with anyone off this campus until the student signs a release. The signed release must be in the Office of Student Records before the transcript will be sent off campus.

Records on Hold If a student’s records have been placed on hold for any reason, he/she will not be allowed to obtain a transcript or pick up a diploma until the hold is removed.

Transferability

The transfer program is for students planning to enter a profession requiring a Bachelor’s degree.

During the time at Cloud, students work toward completing the Associate in Arts or the Associate in Science degree. The general education requirements must be met. Most pre-professional programs can be provided by combining the general education requirements with courses required by the transfer major. Transfer materials for regional colleges and universities are available in the Advisement Center. Using these materials, Cloud County Community College advisors will assist students in the selection of courses to transfer to a four-year college or university. Many courses are also offered online. For more information, go to www.cloud.edu, and click on “Online Classes” under the Academics tab.

Course Transfer

The Kansas Board of Regents has now approved a list of courses for guaranteed transfer among all Kansas public postsecondary institutions. A student who completes these courses at any Kansas public community college, technical college, or university can be certain that he or she can transfer that course to any other public institution in Kansas in pursuit of a degree or credential.

The following Cloud County Community College courses currently qualify for guaranteed transfer with more to be added. Visit www.kansasregents.org/transfer_articulation for more information.

AJ100 AR100 AR130 BE153 CM101 CM102 CM115 CM121 CM140 CM141 CM240 CS108 EC101 EC102 FL111 GE101

Introduction to Criminal Justice Art Appreciation Drawing I Personal Finance English Composition I English Composition II Public Speaking Introduction to Literature Theatre Appreciation Introduction to Performance: Offstage and On Interpersonal Communications Computer Applications Economics I Economics II Spanish I World Geography

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HE124 JN100 MA111 MA112 MA114 MA115 MA120 MA130 MU100 MU110 PE141 PH100 PH101 PH105 RE104 SC101 SC103 SC105 SC110 SC120 SC121 SC130 SC131 SC132 SC140 SC142 SS101 SS105 SS120 SS121 SS122 SS123 SS125 SS127 SS129 SS130 SS140

Nutrition Mass Media in Society College Algebra Trigonometry Elementary Statistics Linear Algebra and General Calculus Analytic Geometry and Calculus I Contemporary Math Music Appreciation Harmony and Ear Training I Personal Wellness Introduction to Philosophy Introduction to Critical Thinking Christian Ethics in Our Contemporary Society World Religions General Biology Physical Science General Astronomy Principles of Biology Human Anatomy & Physiology I Human Anatomy & Physiology II General Chemistry Chemistry I Chemistry II College Physics I University Physics I General Psychology Human Growth and Development Western Civilization I Western Civilization II U.S. History I U.S. History II Introduction to Cultural Anthropology Child Psychology Introduction to Social Work Introduction to Sociology U.S. Government: National

Visit www.kansasregents.org/transfer_articulation for more information.

Reverse Transfer

Students who transfer to a Kansas public university from a Kansas public community college or technical college (or vice versa) are eligible for Reverse Transfer, which allows for the attainment of any associate degree for which one is eligible along the way to additional certificates and degrees. Within a student’s first semester, those who transfer coursework from a public university, community college or technical college will be notified if they are eligible to be considered for reverse transfer degree status and which courses are needed to finish the related degree. Students who then complete the coursework for a given associate degree will be eligible to receive that degree, administered automatically by correspondence between the new institution and the university, community college or technical college the student last attended.

Visit http://www.kansasregents.org/transfer_articulation for more information.

Accommodation for Disability

Academic: If academic adjustment is needed for any type of disability, students should contact the Director of Advisement and Retention Services, located in The Advisement Center. Students requiring auxiliary aids and services need to request accommodation six to eight weeks in advance of the start of the semester.

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Other than Academic: If special arrangements are needed for accessibility, contact the Vice President for Administrative Services at least 72 hours in advance.

Emergency Evacuation: Students desiring assistance during emergency evacuations will need to complete a registration form each semester in the Advisement Center on the Concordia Campus or the Student Services Office on the Geary County Campus.

Administrative Drop and Withdrawal (Institutional Policy D21)

Administrative Drop Procedures 1. Instructors will report to the Student Retention Specialist any student in a face-to-face course who has not attended within the first 10 class days of the 16-week term (long semester).

Online students who have not attended/participated within the first 10 class days of the 16-week term (long semester) will be reported to the Geary County Campus Student Retention Specialist.

2. The Student Retention Specialist will attempt to reengage the student and will notify the student’s advisor. If contact is made, the student will be informed that he or she may be administratively dropped from the course. Additionally, students will be instructed to contact their instructor and advisor within 48 hours if there has been an error and they intend to complete the course. The drop constitutes a change in registration and could impact full-time status, athletic or co-curricular eligibility and, in select cases, financial aid eligibility.

3. If efforts to contact and reengage the student fail after 10 days, the drop will be initiated by the Student Retention Specialist and completed through the Advisement Center on the Concordia Campus or Student Services on the Geary County Campus. The Advisement Center/Student Services will submit the information to the Office of Student Records. The Office of Student Records will send a notice of the drop to the student’s T-bird email account and via the USPS to their home address of record. The Office of Student Records will disseminate the information to the Advisement Center/Student Services, the Business Office, the Financial Aid Office, the instructor and document the drop in the student’s record.

4. Students may appeal the administrative drop (see Board Policy D19 [step 3]) through the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs within 5 working days.

5. Established College refund procedures will be followed.

Administrative Withdrawal Procedures* 1. Beyond the first 10 class days of the 16-week term (long semester), instructors will report to the Student Retention Specialist any student in a face-to-face course who has not attended. Online students who have not attended/participated beyond the first 10 days of the 16-week term (long semester) will be reported to the Geary County Campus Student Retention Specialist.

2. The Student Retention Specialist will attempt to reengage the students and will notify the student’s advisor and the Director of Financial Aid. If contact is made, the student will be informed that he or she may be administratively withdrawn from the course. Students will be instructed to contact their instructor and their advisor within 48 hours if there has been an error and they intend to complete the course. An administrative withdrawal constitutes a change in registration and could impact full-time status, athletic or co-curricular eligibility and, in select cases, financial aid eligibility.

3. If efforts to contact and reengage the student fail after 10 days, the withdrawal will be initiated by the Student Retention Specialist and completed through the Advisement Center on the Concordia Campus or Student Services on the Geary County Campus. The Advisement Center/Student Services will submit the information to the Office of Student Records. he Office of Student Records will send a notice of the administrative withdrawal to the student’s T-bird email account and via the USPS to their home address of record. The Office of Student Records will disseminate the information to the Advisement Center/Student Services, the Business Office, the Financial Aid Office, the instructor, and document the administrative withdrawal in the student’s record.

4. Students may appeal the administrative withdrawal (see Board Policy D19 [step3]) through the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs within 5 working days after the certified mail receipt has been received by the institution.

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5. An administrative withdrawal will be designated as “WA” on the student’s transcript.

6. As per established College refund procedures, financial charges accumulated by the student will stand. Refunds will not be granted except in extraordinary or unusual circumstances as determined by the Vice President for Administrative Services and Vice President for Academic Affairs. * For course terms less than 16 weeks in length, the administrative drop or administrative withdrawal will occur within the timeframe provided below.

Administrative Drop and Administrative Withdrawal Table For course terms less than 16 weeks in length, the administrative drop or administrative withdrawal will occur within the timeframe provided below.

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FINANCIAL INFORMATION

Tuition and Fees

Tuition Tuition and comprehensive fees, per credit, for the 2016-2017 academic year, are listed below.

Tuition and comprehensive fees are subject to change each academic year.

Cloud County Resident

Concordia Campus $99

Geary Co. Campus $109

Online & Outreach $99

In-State Resident

$104

$114

$104

Out-of-State Resident

$109

$119

$109

Fees *Nursing Fee - 1st semester.......................................................................... $800 2nd semester.......................................................................................... $775 Audit Fee......................................................................................Same as Tuition Bowling Fee..................................................................................................... $50 First Aid & Safety Fee...................................................................................... $15 Graduation Fee............................................................................................... $40 *Lab Fee.................................................................................... $5 per credit hour Music Appreciation Fee....................................................$10 Concordia Campus Wind Energy Lab Fee........................................ $10 per cr/hr Concordia Campus Parking Permit..................................................................$10 Concordia Campus Private Music Lesson...................................................................................... $80 Internet Course Processing Fee.............................................. $25 per credit hour Transcript Fee....................................................................................................$5 Calculator Rental.............................................................................. $100 or $140 Compass Testing Fee...................................................................................... $10 Ag Judging Lab Fee...................................................................................... $200 *fees may vary Note: Tuition and fees are reviewed annually, and are subject to change.

Tuition and Fee Waiver for Dependents of Veterans and Safety Officers Tuition and Fees will be provided free of charge to the following (subject to provisions of K.S.A. 73-1216 and K.S.A. 75-4364) • Any dependent of a prisoner of war • Any dependent of a person missing in action • Any dependent of a person who has died as a result of service-connected disability suffered during the Vietnam Conflict • Any dependent or spouse of certain military personnel who died on or after September 11, 2001, while, and as a result of, serving in active military service.

• Any dependent of a public safety officer who died as a result of injury sustained while performing the duties as a public safety officer.

• Tuition and Fees waiver will be applicable as long as the dependent is eligible, but not to exceed twelve (12) semesters of instruction.

Payment of Tuition and Fees

Business Office The Business office is open Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. during the Fall and Spring semesters. During the summer sessions (June and July), it is open 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday – 17

Thursday. The business office is located on the Concordia campus and provides a variety of services to students, which includes information on student accounts and payment plans.

How to Check your Account Balance: 1. Log onto your iCloud account 2. Select the “Students” tab 3. Next select “Student Accounts” from the left menu 4. Then select “Course and Fee Statement” from “My Account Info” 5. Now click “Generate my Course and Fee Statement” and click on “View my Course and Fee Statement” Student Account Balance Impact to Enrollment Procedures: An outstanding student account balance will prevent enrollment in future classes at Cloud County Community College and will prevent the release of an official transcript.

Enrollment Exception #1: Current FACTS payment plan with successful payment history Enrollment Exception #2: Current 3rd Party Payment arrangements, including financial aid, for 100% of the student account balance. Students are responsible to pay balances beyond the 3rd Party Payment. See Options #1 and #2 below.

Students must pay in full or make payment arrangements prior to the first day of classes. Failure to pay or make payment arrangements will result in the student being dropped from classes.

NOTE: Classes will NOT populate in CANVAS until payment arrangements are made NOTE: Payment is due at the time charges are added to a student’s account after classes begin.

(Options #1 and #2 only) Payment Options: Option #1: Pay in Full A. Cash, check or credit cards are accepted in person at the Concordia and Geary County Campuses B. Credit cards are accepted by phone at the Concordia and Geary County Campuses C. Credit cards are accepted online via iCloud.

NOTE: A $2.00 service fee is assessed for a single online payment Option #2: FACTS Payment Plan A. FACTS Payment Plans are setup online via iCloud by the student.

B. FACTS Payment Plans require monthly automatic drafts of the bank account or credit card designated by the student and are designed to result in full payment of the outstanding student account balance by the end of the current term.

NOTE: A $25.00 service fee is assessed for establishment of a FACTS Payment Plan Option #3: 3rd Party Payment (Includes Financial Aid and VA Benefits) A. Students are responsible for completing the FAFSA application each academic year. Awarded grants and scholarships will be posted as anticipated aid. For students requesting loans, a completed Master Promissory Note, Entrance Counseling and Loan Request Form must be on file before loans will be sent as anticipated aid.

Students submitting required information after the published deadline for each semester will result in delayed posting of anticipated aid to the student account and should plan on making payment arrangements prior to the first day of classes to insure they are not dropped from classes. Students are responsible to pay balances beyond the 3rd Party Payment.

B. Students must contact the Business Office at the Concordia Campus to alert them a 3rd Party is paying at least a portion of their balance.

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NOTE: 3rd Party Pay information received by the Business Office after the published deadline for each semester will result in delayed processing of 3rd Party Payment requests. Students submitting this information after the published deadline should plan on making other payment arrangements prior to the first day of classes to insure they are not dropped from classes. Students are responsible to pay balances beyond the 3rd Party Payment.

Specific deadline information for each semester can be found online at: http://www.cloud.edu/ Students/tuition-and-payments/index Make check or money order payable to CCCC and send to: CCCC Business Office P.O. Box 1002 Concordia, KS 66901 or call payment information in to: 785 -243-1435 ext. 206

Refund Payment Policy (Institutional Policy F6) Refunds may be issued to students dropping from courses based on the following schedule.

Long Semester (16-week) Courses 1. 100% of tuition and fees, 1st through 5th class day 2. 50% of tuition only, 6th through 10th class day 3. 25% of tuition only, 11th through 20th class day 4. After 20th class day no refund * Any refunds due to students will be made after the 20th class day or later.

Refunds for all courses less than 16 weeks will follow the same refund schedule, but will be prorated for the length of the course. Refer to the table below for the pro-rated schedule.

Semester Length 16 weeks 15 weeks 14 weeks 13 weeks 12 weeks 11 weeks 10 weeks 9 weeks 8 weeks 7 weeks 6 weeks 5 weeks 4 weeks 3 weeks 2 weeks 1 week

100% 5th day 5th day 4th day 4th day 4th day 3rd day 3rd day 3rd day 3rd day 2nd day 2nd day 2nd day 2nd day 1st day 1st day 1st day

50% 10th day 10th day 8th day 8th day 8th day 5th day 5th day 5th day 5th day 4th day 4th day 4th day 4th day 2nd day 2nd day --

25% 20th day 20th day 18th day 16th day 15th day 14th day 13th day 11th day 10th day 9th day 8th day 6th day 5th day 4th day 3rd day --

Students may be required to repay all or a portion of their financial aid and/or scholarship(s) after dropping or withdrawing from courses. Students may withdraw from any or all courses through the last class day before final exams.

Procedure for Refunds: Concordia Campus - A student must present to the Student Records Office an add/drop form signed by his/her advisor to receive a refund, according to the refund policy stated prior.

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Outreach - A student must contact the local coordinator or the Outreach office for a drop/add card to receive a refund according to the refund policy stated prior. It is the student’s responsibility to return the form to the Outreach Office.

Online - An online student must contact the Advisement Center at the Concordia Campus for a drop/ add card.

Geary County Campus - students should submit add/drop forms signed by his/her advisor to Student Services at the Geary County Campus to receive a refund, according to the refund policy stated prior.

Federal Financial Aid

Financial Aid Philosophy Cloud County Community College adheres to the philosophy of the U.S. Department of Education which states that the cost of higher education rightfully should be the responsibility of the student and his or her family, provided they can afford the expense; if the student and family are not financially capable of assuming total educational costs, the federal programs of financial aid are designed to assist the student with his or her unmet need. This philosophy not only provides students with access to higher education, but also gives them a choice of post-secondary institutions.

Financial Aid Mission It is the mission of the Financial Aid Office to provide the effective delivery of financial assistance to qualified students, allowing them to pursue their educational goals. It is desired that students be provided adequate resources in order to complete a program of study at Cloud County Community College and be prepared for employment or transfer to a four-year institution.

What is Federal Student Aid? The majority of federal student financial aid is available through the federal government and eligibility is determined by completing the FAFSA. This application is available on-line at http://www.fafsa. ed.gov/. CCCC’s school code is 001909. Accuracy is of the utmost importance when completing the FAFSA, since verification may be required of the information submitted. If a student’s file is selected for verification, supporting documents will be requested.

It may take up to eight weeks to process your FAFSA application, so please apply early to avoid a payment contract or having to make payment arrangements with the business office. We have established the following priority dates for submitting the FAFSA and any forms and documents that Financial Aid may request: 2016-2017 Academic Year Fall 2016 Spring 2017 Summer 2017

Priority Deadline to submit FAFSA June 1, 2016 November 1, 2016 April 1, 2017

Priority deadline to submit required document July 1, 2016 December 1, 2016 May 1, 2017

If you have any questions, or need assistance in completing a FAFSA, call the Financial Aid Office (785-243-1435, ext. 281), or visit the Financial Aid office on the Concordia Campus or Student Services on the Geary County Campus.

Traditional and non-traditional students are encouraged to apply for student financial aid.

Selection to receive financial assistance through Cloud County Community College will be made without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, or handicap.

Requirements For Federal Student Financial Aid Students must: • Demonstrate financial need (for most programs); • Be a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen; • Have a valid Social Security number; • Register (or have registered) for Selective Service if a male between the ages of 18 and 25; 20

• Have earned a high school diploma, GED certificate, or have been home-schooled; • Enroll as a regular student in an eligible degree or certificate program • Make satisfactory academic progress.

All students who are using Financial Aid must have all previous college transcripts submitted and evaluated for Satisfactory Academic Progress before aid will be awarded.

Enrollment Status for Federal Financial Aid Full-time status – 12 credit hours, or more, per semester Three-quarter time status – 9-11 credit hours, per semester Half-time status – 6-8 credit hours, per semester Less than half-time status - 3-5 credit hours, per semester If a student is enrolled in courses that do not count toward their degree or certificate program, they cannot be used to determine enrollment status unless they are eligible remedial courses.

Types of Federal Financial Aid

Please visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.ed.gov for additional information regarding Federal Financial Aid Programs.

Federal Pell Grant The Federal Pell Grant is a need-based grant, funded by the federal government for undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor’s or professional degree. The maximum award is determined every year by the student’s EFC, and their enrollment status for each semester they attend.

This grant money is to be used toward education-related expenses.

Students are eligible to receive a Pell Grant for up to 12 semesters or the equivalent. If the student has exceeded the 12 semester maximum they will lose eligibility for additional Pell Grants beginning in the 2012-2013 academic year. Equivalency is calculated by adding together the percentage of Pell eligibility that has been received each year to determine whether the total amount exceeds 600%.

FEDERAL PELL GRANT FUNDS MAY NOT BE RECEIVED FROM MORE THAN ONE INSTITUTION PER SEMESTER. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) The Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) is for undergraduate students who have not earned a bachelor’s or professional degree. Students who will receive Federal Pell Grants and have the most financial need will be awarded FSEOGs first. This grant money is to be used toward education-related expenses.

Federal Work-Study The Federal Work-Study Program is considered self-help and provides jobs for students who wish to earn a portion of their college expenses, while gaining practical work experience. At CCCC, a student will normally be employed for one academic year (August through May) and summer employment (June and July) may also be available.

The Work-Study positions may be located on or off campus, and the pay rate is at least the current Federal Minimum Wage. The scheduled hours and pay may vary according to the job position. The amount earned cannot exceed the total amount of the Work-Study award. The student and their supervisor are expected to cooperate in ensuring that the student does not work more than the contracted hours. Failure to stay within the contracted hours may bring about a department without assistance of a Work-Study student.

Monies for hours worked in the Federal Work-Study program will be paid as a payroll check on the 5th of each month by the Human Resource Assistant. If the 5th falls on a weekend, checks will be available the following Monday.

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An application and list of work-study jobs is available online at www.cloud.edu under Forms and Worksheets. Priority is given to full-time students in good standing. Students interested in the workstudy program are encouraged to apply early as these funds are very limited. Before a student may start working, the Financial Aid Office must have a complete financial aid file and the Financial Aid Office must have a completed Work-Study Job Preference Application, W-4, I-9, and work-study contract on file. A valid government issued photo ID (i.e. Driver’s license), and social security card or birth certificate will be required to complete the I-9.

William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program The William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan (Direct Loan) Program is the largest federal student loan program. Under this program, the U.S. Department of Education is the lender. Federal Direct Loans usually have lower interest rates and have more flexible repayment options than loans from banks or other private sources.

Students must be enrolled and attending at least 6 credit hours per semester to be eligible for Federal Direct Loans.

Before students borrow a federal student loan, it is important to understand that a loan is a legal obligation that the student will be responsible for repaying with interest. The student may not have to begin repaying their federal student loans right away, but the student does not have to wait to understand the student’s responsibilities as a borrower.

Direct Subsidized Loans For undergraduate students who have financial need; US Department of Education pays the interest while the borrower is in school and during grace and deferment periods; the institution determines the amount the student can borrow, and the amount may not exceed the student’s financial need; first time borrowers may not receive this type of loan for more than 150% of the length of their program of study; US Department of Education may stop paying interest if a student who received Direct Subsidized Loans for maximum period continues enrollment.

Direct Unsubsidized Loans For undergraduate, graduate, and professional students; financial need is not required; borrower is responsible for all interest.

Direct PLUS Loans For parents of dependent undergraduate students and for graduate and professional students; borrower is responsible for all interest; financial need is not required. For additional information please visit the Studentaid.gov/plus website.

For Direct Loans the maximum loan limit per year for freshman (0-29 hours completed) will be $5,500.00 per school year (up to $3,500.00 of which may be subsidized loans). The maximum loan limit per year for sophomores (30+ hours completed) will be $6,500.000 per school year (up to $4,500.00 of which may be subsidized loans).

Independent students may be eligible for an additional $4,000.00 in unsubsidized loans. Please contact the Financial Aid Office to determine eligibility.

These amounts are based on full time enrollment status and all federal aid may not exceed the school’s budget or cost of attendance. The annual maximum loan amount an undergraduate student may receive must be prorated when the borrower is enrolled in a program that is one academic year or more in length, but is in a remaining period of study that is shorter than a full academic year.

The interest rate for a William D. Ford Direct Loan is variable, and is adjusted every July 1, and will be set by Congress. Loan funds are to be used towards education related expenses.

Most federal student loans have loan fees that are a percentage of the total loan amount. The loan fee is deducted proportionately from each loan disbursement you receive. This means the money you receive will be less than the amount you actually borrow. You’re responsible for repaying the 22

entire amount you borrowed and not just the amount you received.

CCCC requires the student to complete a FAFSA before certifying all loans. Entrance Counseling and a signed Master Promissory Note (MPN) are a requirement under the federal default-reduction regulations before disbursing the loan funds.

All students who are using Financial Aid must have all previous college transcripts submitted and evaluated for Satisfactory Academic Progress before aid will be awarded.

Cloud County Community College does not participate in alternative loan programs.

Disbursement and Refund Information Cloud County Community College will not hold credit balances to pay for a subsequent semester.

All students who have a credit balance will be issued a refund either by check or through Direct Deposit on the Financial Aid Refund day.

Students who are issued a refund check may pick up their checks in the business office on the Concordia Campus prior to 4:00 pm on the scheduled Refund Day. After 4:00 pm all refund checks will be mailed to the student’s legal home permanent address. Students who have completed the Direct Deposit / EFT Authorization form will have refunds directly deposited to the student’s designated account on the scheduled Refund Day. Students may use Financial Aid credit to charge books and supplies from the CCCC Bookstore to their student account or students may choose to opt out of this opportunity by purchasing books and supplies from an outside source.

The Financial Aid office will send students notification of the amount of Title IV aid disbursed to student accounts. This notification will include information regarding the student’s right to reduce or cancel any portion of their student loan.

CCCC must return to the Department of Education any FSA program funds, except FWS Program funds, that it attempts to disburse directly to a student or parent if the student or parent does not receive the funds or cash the check. Students may also check their student account balance on the web through https://icloud.cloud.edu/ics/.

Before receiving funds, students may be required to verify their attendance and certify they are working toward a degree in an eligible program. Student financial aid files that are completed late will be processed and disbursed as received. No federal aid can be expected to be disbursed before October 1 in the Fall semester, or before March 1 in the Spring semester.

Financial Aid Refund Dates for the 2016-2017 school year include, but are not limited to the following.

Fall 2016 Refund Dates ~ 08/23/2016 through 12/9/2016 Friday ~ 10/07/2016 ~ 16-week classes, 1st 8-week classes Friday ~ 10/21/2016 ~ Single Term 2nd Half Thursday ~ 11/10/2016 ~ 2nd 8-week classes

Spring 2017 Refund Dates ~ 01/18/2017 through 05/11/2017 Friday ~ 03/03/2017 ~ 16-week classes, 1st 8-week classes Thursday ~ 03/17/2017 ~ Single Term 2nd Half Friday ~ 4/13/2017 ~ 2nd 8-week classes

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Withdrawals If a student is scheduled to receive any type of financial assistance, withdrawal from classes may adversely affect their awards. It is best to visit with the Financial Aid Office concerning any class withdrawals. The student is responsible for notifying the Financial Aid Office when they drop any classes or totally withdraw from school. Total withdrawal will cause a student to be placed on Financial Aid Denial and ineligible for financial aid. If a reduction in credit hours causes an overaward of financial aid awards, the student will be responsible for the repayment of any over-award that was paid. Students must also complete loan exit counseling.

Students who wish to withdraw must notify the appropriate offices and complete the necessary paperwork. Concordia Campus/Outreach and Online students should contact the Advisement Center on the Concordia Campus. Geary County Campus students should contact the Student Services Office on the Geary County Campus.

Return of Title IV Funds Students receiving Federal Financial Aid who withdraw, stop attending, or receive all W, F’s or I’s may be required to return a portion of Federal Financial Aid received. Federal Financial Aid funds are awarded with the expectation that students will complete the entire period of enrollment.

Students “earn” a percentage of the funds they are disbursed with each day of class attendance. If a student withdraws or stops attending classes, whether any credits have been awarded for the term or not, a portion of the aid received is considered to be unearned and must be returned to the Title IV programs from which it was received.

Students who wish to withdraw must notify the appropriate office as noted above and complete the necessary paperwork.

For Title IV purposes, the date of last attendance or withdrawal date is one of the following: • The date the student provides official notification of their intent to withdraw, • If the student requests the withdrawal process by phone and the withdrawal form is mailed to the student by the Advisement Center or Student Services, the date the form is mailed will be the date of official withdrawal, • If the student did not officially withdraw, the midpoint of the payment period for which financial aid was disbursed or a later date documented by the student’s instructor(s), or • The date of documented attendance in an academically related activity (i.e. documented attendance in a class or lab).

Order of Return of Federal Financial Aid Funds The school will return unearned federal financial aid for which the school is responsible by repaying funds to the following sources, in order, up to the total received from each source until the total amount of the school’s responsibility has been satisfied: Unsubsidized Stafford loans Subsidized Stafford loans PLUS loans Federal Pell Grant Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (FSEOG) Other Title IV assistance (not including FWS)

If a student attends through 60 percent of the term, all Title IV financial aid is considered earned.

However, withdrawing from classes will affect a student’s satisfactory academic progress and eligibility for additional financial aid.

Examples of various Return of Title IV Funds calculations are available in the Financial Aid Office.

Institutional Refund Policy for Complete Withdrawal of Classes Full Session Courses: 1. 100% of tuition and fees, 1st through 5th class day 2. 50% of tuition only, 6th through 10th class day 24

3. 25% of tuition only, 11th through 20th class day.

4. After 20th class day no refund. * Any refunds due to students will be made after the 20th class day or later.

(See Refund Payment Policy section for complete refund policy information.)

IMPORTANT: Unpaid federal aid overpayments will be referred to the U.S. Department of Education for collection. Students with unpaid federal overpayments may not be permitted to re-enroll and may be unable to obtain academic records needed to transfer to another school. All financial aid transcripts sent will indicate the overpayment. The student will be ineligible to receive Federal Financial Aid at any school until this obligation is met.

Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy Federal regulations require that a student must be making Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) in a certificate or degree program in order to be eligible to receive Federal Financial Aid. Federal Financial Aid includes Federal Pell Grant, Federal SEOG, Federal Work-Study and student loans.

The SAP process is measured by qualitative and quantitative standards at the end of each semester. Factors used to determine progress are (1) cumulative grade point average; (2) cumulative credit hours attempted; (3) completion time frame (measured in credit hours) allowed to complete a certificate or degree program.

SAP is calculated for each student at Cloud County Community College. Academic transcripts are reviewed for all previous enrollments including enrollment periods and transfer hours which were completed during a term when financial aid was not requested or received.

Courses with a recorded grade of “F” (failure), “I” (incomplete), and “W” (withdrawn) or repeated courses are considered toward total hours attempted. For purposes of determining SAP progress at the end of the semester, “I’s” (incompletes) are treated as “F’s”. If a student completes the course and the “I” grade is changed to an “A”, “B”, “C”, or “D”, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the Financial Aid Office and provide verification of the completion.

TRANSFER STUDENTS: Students transferring from another institution will have their SAP status reviewed prior to any Financial Aid being awarded. Transfer hours will be counted as both hours attempted and hours completed.

SAP standards are evaluated following each semester (fall, spring, and summer) for students receiving Federal Financial Aid. Cloud County Community College students requesting Federally Funded Assistance must meet or exceed all standards listed below: 1. Cumulative grade point average: Students must maintain a 2.0 cumulative GPA. 2. Pace – Completion of attempted credit hours: Students must successfully complete twothirds of cumulative credit hours attempted.

3. Maximum time frame in which to complete a course of study: Students may not attempt credit hours in excess of 150% of the hours necessary to obtain their degree or certificate program. Only specific courses required to complete the student’s program are eligible for Federal Financial Aid. FINANCIAL AID WARNING: Students who fail to meet the above listed academic progress standards at Cloud County Community College will be placed on Financial Aid Warning for the following semester or the next semester that a student attends. Students placed on Financial Aid Warning will remain eligible to receive Federal Financial Aid as long as they meet or exceed the required SAP standards in the following semester. Denial of Federal Financial Aid will occur if the requirements are not met during the warning period.

FINANCIAL AID DENIAL: Student placed on Financial Aid Denial will not be eligible for Federal Financial Aid funds. Students will be placed in Financial Aid Denial based on the following criteria: • Total withdrawal or failure to successfully complete any credit hours enrolled in for the semester (i.e. all “W’s”, “F’s”, or “I’s”).

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• Did not meet requirements of Financial Aid Warning • Students who have received an Associate Degree or attempted 96 or more credit hours but have not met their program requirements Only specific courses required to complete the student’s program are eligible for Federal Financial Aid. Students placed on Financial Aid Denial will be notified in writing by the Financial Aid office as soon as possible after the determination of the denial. Financial Aid Denial does not mean that a student is prohibited from attending Cloud County Community College, as long as all other requirements for attendance are met. Students are not eligible to receive Federal Financial Aid funds and must assume responsibility for the payment of the direct costs (tuition, fees, books, dorm, etc.) at the time of enrollment.

FINANCIAL AID REINSTATEMENT: A student’s eligibility for Federal Financial Aid will be reinstated when the student meets the minimum SAP standards and notifies the Financial Aid Office in writing.

Students placed on Financial Aid Denial have the right to appeal the Denial if they feel they have unusual circumstances that warrant an exception to policy. The appeal process is available to any student placed on Financial Aid Denial that has specific mitigating circumstances which prevented the student from maintaining SAP. An appeal may not be heard if: • The student has been dismissed from the college.

• The student has not been academically reinstated by the Academic Advising Office.

• The student owes any fees to college.

• The appeal request is for the current semester and is received after the semester’s mid-term.

Students must follow the appeal process outlined below.

• Students may access the SAP Appeal form online at www.cloud.edu and will need to meet with their Academic Advisor.

• Submit the SAP Appeal form with supporting statements and documentation from appropriate sources by the first day of class for the semester of enrollment following the Denial. The students appeal needs to include “Why they failed to make SAP” and “What has changed that will allow the student to make SAP at the next evaluation”.

• The Assistant Director of Financial Aid will review all SAP appeals using a SAP Matrix.

The SAP Matrix score will determine if further review is warranted by the SAP Appeal Committee. The SAP Matrix guideline includes the following factors in determining whether a student should be re-instated: the student’s current and prior academic history along with the students Federal Financial Aid history. Consideration will be given to all supporting documentation received. Terms of the appeal could include a limit on the number of hours that a re-instated student may use for Financial Aid Hours of Enrollment. Other conditions of re-instatement may be imposed at the discretion of the Financial Aid Committee. Cloud County Community College will notify students of the results of the SAP review.

• If an appeal is not granted, or if the appeal is not submitted, students must meet the minimum SAP standards. Students who meet this requirement will have their financial aid reinstated upon written request. It is the student’s responsibility to report all grade changes to the Financial Aid Office. A re-evaluation of the student’s SAP will be conducted at that time.

• In conjunction with the appeal for reinstatement the student will be placed on an Academic Plan and must meet the requirements of the Academic Plan to be eligible for Federal Financial Aid in the next semester enrolled. Failure to meet the conditions of the students’ academic plan will result in Financial Aid Denial and make the student ineligible for further Federal Financial Aid at CCCC. Please contact the Financial Aid office before the end of the semester if there are extreme circumstances which are preventing the student from meeting the requirements of the plan.

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REPEATED COURSEWORK. A student may receive Federal Financial Aid for any repetition of a course as long as the student has never passed the course. However, once a student has passed a course, the student may receive Federal Financial Aid for only one retaking of that course. A student may not receive Federal Financial Aid for any second or subsequent repetition of a passed course, and a second or subsequent repetition of a passed course may not count toward the student’s enrollment status for Federal Financial Aid. Federal Student Financial Aid Penalties For Drug Law Violations This notice provides information on the penalties associated with drug-related offenses under section 484(r) of the Higher Education Act. It also provides notice on how to regain eligibility after conviction of a drug related offense.

The institution will provide a timely notice to each student who has lost eligibility for any grant, loan, or work-study assistance as a result of penalties under 484(r)(1) of the HEA and will advise the student of the ways in which to regain eligibility under section 484(r)(2) of the HEA. Suspension of Eligibility for Drug-related Offenses A student who has been convicted of any offense under any Federal or State law involving the possession or sale of a controlled substance shall not be eligible to receive any grant, loan, or work assistance under this title during the period beginning on the date of such conviction and ending after the interval specified in the following table: For conviction of the possession of illegal drugs: • First offense.....................................................1 year (from date of conviction) • Second offense .............................................2 years (from date of conviction) • Third offense ..........................................................................Indefinite Period For conviction of the sale of illegal drugs: • First offense ..................................................2 years (from date of conviction) • Second offense ......................................................................Indefinite Period A student regains eligibility the day after the period of ineligibility ends or when they successfully complete a qualified drug rehabilitation program that includes passing two unannounced drug tests given by such a program. Further drug convictions will make them ineligible again.

Students denied eligibility for an indefinite period can regain eligibility after completing any of the following 3 options: 1. Successfully completing a rehabilitation programs, as described below, which includes passing two unannounced drug tests from such a program; 2. Having the conviction reversed, set aside, or removed from the student’s record so that fewer than two convictions for sale or three convictions for possession remain on the record, or 3. Successfully completing two unannounced drug test which are part of a rehab program (the student does not need to complete the rest of the program.

In such cases, the nature and dates of the remaining convictions will determine when the student regains eligibility. It is the student’s responsibility to certify they have successfully completed the rehabilitation program.

Student Rights & Responsiblities You have the right to know: • What financial assistance programs are available.

• The deadline for submitting applications for each of these programs.

• How financial aid eligibility is determined and how financial assistance is awarded.

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• An accurate estimate of the total cost of attending CCCC, including tuition/fees, room/ board, transportation, books/supplies, and miscellaneous expenses.

• A description of the various awards in your financial aid package.

• The school’s refund/repayment policy.

• What portion of financial assistance received must be repaid and what portion is a grant.

• If the assistance is a loan, you have the right to know the interest rate, the total amount to be repaid, repayment procedures, how much time you have to repay the loan, and when the repayment begins.

• How the school determines whether you are making satisfactory academic progress and what happens if you are not.

In accepting your responsibility, you must: • Complete all application forms accurately and submit them within deadlines to the appropriate place/person.

• Return all additional documentation, verification, corrections, and new information requested by the CCCC Financial Aid Office.

• Be responsible for reading and understanding all forms you are asked to sign, and for keeping copies of them.

• Meet all obligations of any agreement that you sign.

• Report changes in name, address and telephone to all appropriate offices promptly.

• Be familiar with CCCC policies for class adds/drops and complete withdrawal from school.

Institutional Scholarships

Scholarships at the Concordia Campus fall into four categories: Departmental (academic), Special Ability (music, drama, journalism, and livestock judging), Athletics, and Continuing and Endowed Scholarships. Scholarships at the Geary County Campus include: Presidential, Departmental, Continuing Education, and Activity Awards. Applications received prior to April 1 receive priority consideration. The counselor’s verification of the student’s transcript is required. For more information on scholarships, contact the Admissions Office at either campus, or go to www.cloud.edu.

Academic Standards for Scholarship and Stipend Activities Students in the following scholarship funded or stipend activities must meet academic standards to maintain their scholarship or stipend: Band, Chamber Singers, Pep Band, Student Senate, Cheer/ Yell Leading, Dance Team, Thor (mascot), Drama, Student Ambassadors, Student Activities Board, Athletic Trainers, Crops Judging Team, Soils Judging Team, Livestock Judging Team, Quiz Bowl, Rodeo Club, Horse Judging, Resident Assistants, KVCO Radio, Newspaper Staff, and Yearbook Staff.

The Academic Standards are as follows: 1. Complete at least 12 hours each semester (remain full time to earn scholarship/stipend).

2. Earn a minimum semester GPA of 2.00.

3. Students may use the winter interterm and the summer session to meet the academic guidelines.

4. Scholarship/stipend may be revoked or prorated at any given time throughout the semester: a. If the student drops below full-time status, 12 credit hours. b. If the student fails to meet standards set forth by the activity sponsor.

Renewal of Academic Scholarships Returning students who met the GPA requirements are eligible to renew Academic scholarships for the following year. Scholarships are ONLY available for two (2) consecutive academic years. It is the student’s responsibility to fill out the renewal application, which is available in the Admissions office.

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Athletic Scholarships Athletic awards made by the institution are governed by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference (KJCCC) regulations, which require that the total amount awarded for a certified athlete, not exceed the cost of tuition and books.

An athlete with a high school GPA of 3.5 or higher on his/her final transcript may be eligible to receive a CCCC athletic academic scholarship, which does not exceed $500 each semester. An official transcript from the student’s high school must be provided to document the official GPA. The 3.5 GPA must be maintained each semester for continued eligibility. This academic scholarship is awarded semester-by-semester, as long as the 3.5 GPA is met; it is not based on a cumulative GPA. Foundation Scholarships Foundation scholarships involve memorial and other designated scholarships. To qualify for Foundation Scholarships students must: • • •

Complete the Application for Admissions Attach high school transcripts and transcripts of any completed college coursework Complete the Foundation Scholarship Application found online at: https://cloud.starsscholarshipsonline.com/STARS/default.aspx

Awards are made according to rules and regulations governing each award. The requirements, amounts, and the option to renew vary with each scholarship. Some scholarships are not available every year.

Applications received prior to April 1 receive priority consideration.

Military Education Benefits

At Cloud, we understand VA and TA funding and will help qualified individuals take advantage of those Military Education Benefits available to them, including: • Post 9/11 Veterans Education Assistance • Military Tuition Assistance • Vocational Rehabilitation • Reserve Educational Assistance Program

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Montgomery GI Bill Benefits (MGIB) MyCAA Survivors and Dependents Assistance GI Bill Benefits

If you should have questions about using Military Education Benefits, we offer a Veteran’s Representative in Student Records and a Military Liaison in the Student Services Office on our Geary County Campus.

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STUDENT SERVICES/RESOURCES

Adult Education Program (AE)

The Adult Education (AE) program is designed for students who are not yet eligible for admission to the College because of insufficient basic skills or lack of a high school diploma. As a service to the College service area, the program provides teacher directed instruction in math, reading, writing, science and social studies; understanding computer word processing; preparing for the GED to earn a Kansas High School Diploma; and gaining job and living skills. Students also have the opportunity to earn Technology Certificates WorkReady Credentials and some industry recognized certificates In addition to the Centers on the Concordia and Geary County campuses, an outreach center is also located in Clay Center. Because the AE program is grant-funded, classes are free of charge.

However, there is a minimal fee for materials and testing.

An individual must be at least 16 years of age and not enrolled in any other school to meet requirements of the program. Classes are scheduled to accommodate adults’ schedules.

The AE Center also offers the Official GED Practice Test to individuals interested in taking the Official GED Test. Students in the AE program who pass their GED and receive a Kansas high School Diploma are eligible to participate in an annual GED graduation ceremony and receive a tuition free scholarship for one three-credit hour class at Cloud County Community College.

Admissions (Institutional Policy E2)

Information regarding admissions requirements at Cloud County Community College can be found in the College Catalog online at www.cloud.edu. Students admitted to Cloud County Community College will need to contact Admissions to make sure that all required Official Transcripts from previous insitutions are on file. Admissions also oversees the renewal of academic scholarships for a student’s second year at CCCC. Providing Official Transcripts Official transcripts must be received to complete the student file or further enrollment may be denied.

All students using Financial Aid must have all high school/GED scores and previous college transcripts submitted and evaluated before Financial Aid will be awarded or packaged.

(Note: All required documents must be on file before the end of the student’s first semester or further enrollment at CCCC may be denied. If all admission requirements have not been met, an Academic Hold is placed on the student, and no transcript of work completed at CCCC will be released.)

Enrollment Concordia Campus, Geary County Campus, Outreach, and On-line students pre-enroll prior to each semester and summer school. Pre-enrollment reserves a space in classes until registration.

Students may select any one of several enrollment dates. During the enrollment process, students will write the COMPASS examination, if they have not previously submitted ACT scores. Test scores from these exams are used to help place students in suitable courses. Students with previous college credits must have copies of college transcripts on file prior to enrollment. Students taking courses off campus should enroll at the site on the first class night.

Registration Registration is the final step in admissions, and involves orientation, paying tuition and fees, and buying books.

Accommodation for Disability

Cloud County Community College makes a continuing effort to provide services to all students. If accommodation for disability is needed, the student should contact the Director of Advisement and Retention Services located in the Advisement Center, 1-800-729-5101 or 243-1435, ext. 345.

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SNAP (Special Needs Accommodation Planning) Special Needs Accommodation Planning assists students who have documented disabilities in accessing the services they need to succeed at Cloud County Community College. At the end of the SNAP process students receive a letter of accommodation that gives them the right to ask classroom instructors for needed accommodations. For more information on SNAP, go online to http://www.cloud.edu/Academics/Advising/Disability-Services/index.

Accommodation Due Process

In order to provide the highest level of service to students, CCCC adopts the following procedure for students who wish to appeal an accommodation or file a complaint arising under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and /or the Americans with Disabilities Act. Step 1: Students, who believe the instructor is not implementing their accommodation appropriately, shall personally meet with the instructor to discuss resolution of the matter. This should occur with seven working days after the student becomes aware of the problem. The student must provide reasonable notice to the instructor of any objection or complaint. Both student and instructor shall make a good faith effort in settling any dispute at this level.

Only after providing the instructor with reasonable notice and opportunity for resolution of the complaint may the student move to the next step. Step 1 is considered completed only when the student has exhausted all remedies with the instructor.

Step 2: Three types of student complaints will be dealt with at Stage 2. (1) Students who believe the instructor is not implementing their accommodation appropriately and who have satisfied the requirement of Step 1; (2) Students who wish to appeal an accommodation because they believe the accommodation is inadequate or inappropriate or who believe a policy or procedure of the community college discriminates against students with disabilities; and (3) Students who have other complaints concerning the buildings and facilities covered by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and /or the Americans with Disabilities Act. For all three types of complaints students must present a written summary of their objections or complaints to the Director of Advisement and Retention Services. Students must file their summaries within seven working days after completion of Step 1 if they believe their accommodation is being inappropriately administered. Students, who believe the accommodation they received from the Director of Advisement and Retention Services is inappropriate or inadequate, have seven days to appeal after receiving their Letter of Accommodation. For other complaints, students must submit a written summary within seven days after the student becomes aware of the alleged violation of their rights under Section 504 and /or ADA. The written summary must contain, but is not limited to, the following: A written description of all factual allegations. This must include the date, time, locations and substance of any disputed actions.

A written description of all efforts made by the student to resolve the matter.

A written description of all relief sought by the student.

A list of all witnesses, including the name, address, telephone number and description of any testimony or other evidence relevant to the witness.

A list of all evidence of any nature the student relies upon and which the student believes is relevant to the issues.

Within three working days after receipt of the written summary of the complaint, the Director of Advisement and Retention Services or her designate, will schedule a meeting to try to resolve the dispute. No complaint or dispute may proceed to the next step unless such attempt at a resolution has been made. The appeal of an accommodation that involves a waiver of an academic requirement must also be approved by a committee selected by the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

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in writing, to the appropriate administrator at the next level of supervision. Students with type 1 complaints would file their appeal with the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Most students with type 2 complaints would file appeals with the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Services. However, if a policy or procedure was administered by the Vice President for Academic Affairs then the appeal would go to that office. Typically type 3 complaints would be filed with the Vice President for Administration.

Step 4: If satisfactory resolution cannot be obtained in discussion with the administrator or his designate at Step 3, students may file an appeal, in writing, to the Office of the President.

The appeal must contain a concise statement of all issues remaining in dispute. The student must file the appeal within five working days after the student receives the decision of the administrator at Step 3. If the student files an appeal, the administrator who heard the student’s appeal at Step 3 shall forward to the Office of the President all documents submitted by the student at Step 3. In addition, the administrator will submit a written copy of the administrator’s decision concerning the student complaint or dispute and a concise statement of all issues remaining in dispute.The President retains discretionary authority to take action on the complaint or dispute based on the written reports submitted. The President may also take other action as deemed necessary.

Step 5: Issues not resolved in the above process must be presented, in writing, to the Board of Trustees. The student must submit a copy of the complaint or dispute, along with all attachments or supporting material, a copy of all findings at all levels of the process and a statement of remaining issues within five (5) days of the completion of Step 4.

Step 6: Students desiring to pursue any alleged violation of their civil rights beyond the above steps may contact the following agencies: U.S. Department of Education Disability Rights Section Office for Civil Rights Civil Rights Division 10220 N. Executive Hills Blvd. 8th Fl. U.S. Department of Justice Kansas City, MO 64153-13675 P.O. Box 66738 (816) 891-8026 (Voice) Washington, D.C. 20035-6738

(816) 374-6461 (TDD)

Advisement Center

Students contacting Advisement should have the following information ready: • Name and student ID number • Major, if applicable • Semester of their last Cloud course • Students with credits from other colleges must have transcripts from these colleges on file in Cloud’s Student Records Office. Students should contact their previous colleges as soon as possible to avoid advising delays.

• Test scores, if applicable. Students who have taken the ACT or SAT within the last three years should have scores on file. Students who do not have scores on file will take the Compass Placement Test.

• Transfer university, if applicable.

Because each student is unique, advisors make recommendations based upon individual student transcripts. Advisors analyze transcripts and assist students in choosing courses that support their life and career goals.

Concordia Campus - The Concordia Campus Advisement Center is located in the Student Union.

The Center is open daily from 8 am to 5 pm with faculty advisors working on rotating shifts. Advisors are also available at other times by appointment. Students are assigned a faculty advisor within their program of study. Students may schedule an appointment with their advisor by contacting the Advisement Center at 1-800-729-5101 ext. 275 or advisement@cloud.edu 32

Geary County Campus - The Geary Campus Advisement Center is conveniently located in Building A at 631 Caroline Avenue, in Junction City. The Center is open Monday through Thursday from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m., while classes are in session and 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. on Fridays. Professional advisors are available to students by appointment and walk-in basis. Contact GCC Advisement at 1-800-7295101, ext 714 or GCadvisement@cloud.edu.

Online and Outreach - Students taking classes at outreach sites or via the Internet can contact their advisor by emailing advisement@cloud.edu.

Students should discuss their specific degree requirements with their academic advisors throughout their academic career. While an academic advisor is to be of help to a student in planning and confirming the student’s progress toward graduation, ultimately, it is the student’s responsibility to be familiar with the requirements for graduation, to be aware of the number of hours he or she has completed toward graduation, and to determine the transferability of the College’s courses to other post-secondary institutions.

While academic advisement is the primary function of the Advisement Center, several additional services are offered through the Center to support advising. These include assessment, orientation, transfer information, and campus visits from transfer college representatives. The Center also makes on-campus and community referrals for many other services, including financial aid, career counseling, student housing, in-depth personal counseling, and health care.

Bookstore

The College Bookstore provides textbooks, laboratory supplies, writing supplies, supplemental reading materials, as well as personal and gift items.It is located on the Concordia campus in the Welcome Center, across from the Admissions and Student Records offices. The bookstore is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., M-F. Summer hours are 7 a.m. - 5 p.m., M-Th. Students may come to the Concordia campus and purchase books or they may order books online at www.tbirdbookstore.com. Check the website for dates that books will be available for purchase either online or at the campus store. Please allow up to 2-3 days for processing web orders and up to 10 additional days for shipping. Web orders can be shipped UPS or picked up at the bookstore.

Some titles may be available for rent. Check the website for details.

Bookstore Policy & Guidelines

Refunds: Students are entitled to the following refunds for textbooks purchased for the current semester. The Bookstore will not guarantee full refund after registration/classes begin on textbooks/materials when an instructor chooses not to use the required course materials. When textbooks are purchased weeks in advance of a semester, summer school or interterm, refund amount will be at the discretion of the Bookstore.

Full Refunds: Full refunds or credit will be given the first week, providing new books have not been marked in or unwrapped.

Half Refunds: Half refund or credit will be given the second week. This applies to cancelled classes and class schedule changes.

Withdrawals: After the second week, books cannot be returned until the book buyback period during finals.

Exceptions, when a student withdraws from school. A used book company’s buyer’s guide will be used to determine the refund price of books.

Drop/Add: A copy of the student’s class schedule, financial aid voucher, drop/add card, or a total withdrawal sheet is required to receive a refund or credit, which will be applied to the student’s account.

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Selling Books: Books may be sold back to the Bookstore at the end of every semester. Students should watch for book buyback times posted at the Bookstore. Contact the Bookstore manager/staff for information concerning refunds or other questions.

A copy of the student’s class schedule or drop/add card will be required before refunds can be given. Credit will be applied to your financial aid account.

Contact the Bookstore management for information concerning refunds.

Career and Transfer Center

The Career and Transfer Center is committed to assisting students in determining their career path and successfully accomplishing their transfer and employment goals. The Career and Transfer Center develops and offers to students numerous programs and services to assist them with career decision making, transfer college planning and job search exploration.

The Career and Transfer Center is available to all students who wish to explore the world of work.

Information about careers, firms and agencies; opportunities to meet with prospective employers; assistance to students and alumni in assessing their career decisions; and follow-up services and records is provided. Faculty can help students improve employment potential by acquainting them early with a wide array of services and special opportunities available to them through this office.

• Cooperative Education – Opportunities exist to enhance the academic background of the student with an on-the-job work experience related to the student’s academic major. See CA220.

• Career Exploration – Computer systems and tests that assist in career decision making are available.

• Career Assistance – Career exploration, development and resource assistant is available.

• Career Development Classes and Workshops – Specialized classes help students in career exploration, development and employment opportunities.

• Job Search Class – Specialized class assists students in developing techniques to better prepare them for their job search. Professionally prepared resumes, cover letters and simulated interviews all comprise what will prove to be an edge when searching for employment.

• Internet – Internet access and assistance for job search and employer research.

• On-Campus Interviews with National and Local Recruiters – Consult the Career and Transfer Center staff regarding contact opportunities.

• Employment Listings – An Internet Job Vacancy Bulletin is available on-line or in hard-copy upon request. The Career Center staff is available to assist in temporary, part-time, or full-time job searches both locally and nationally.

• Career Information Library – Materials on career planning and development.

• Employer Library – Information on employment opportunities for Cooperative Education work experiences, and full and part-time employment.

Children’s Center

Full or part-time child care for children (age six weeks to six years) is available at the Children’s Center, located on the Concordia Campus. Children of full-time students are given priority at the center, which is operated by a professional staff. For more information, call (785) 243-3027, ext 755.

The Cloud County Community College Children’s Center is licensed through the Department of Health and Environment

Fitness Center

The Fitness Center promotes the health and fitness of students, staff, and the community by providing a safe and effective facility. It is located on the west end on the upper level of the gym.

REGULAR SEMESTER HOURS: Monday - Friday- OPEN 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday- OPEN 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Sunday - OPEN 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.

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The center is closed during home volleyball and basketball games and when the college offices are closed. Hours change during holidays - spring break and summers. Changes in regular schedule will be posted in the fitness center.

The Fitness Center boasts an impressive selection of equipment for muscular development and cardiovscular workouts. Bench press stations, squat cages, and a set of free weights complement the array of weight machines. Four treadmills, 4 elliptical machines, and 4 bike machines comprise the core group of cardio machines. Around the upper level of the gym, the 160 meter track is open to runners and walkers. Absolutely NO CHILDREN will be allowed on any machines unless they are 13 years of age or older and a current member of the Fitness Center.

Food Service on the Concordia Campus

Food service is provided by an outside vendor. The College hires a contractor who specializes in food service operations for businesses and public institutions. Residence Life students recieve 17 meals per week as part of their contract. Off campus students may purchase a 5 or 10 meal plan, pay cash at the register, or purchase a 10 meal punch card. Meal prices change from year to year, however, pricing in any one year will be very competitive with local markets. Details about food service offerings, including current prices, are available from either the Auxiliary Services Office or the Food Service Contractor.

Hava Java Coffee Shop

The Library is also home to the Hava Jave Coffee Shop which is open on instructional days from 8 am - 8 pm on Monday through Thursday and 8 am - 4 pm on Fridays. Hava Java offers a variety of hot drinks to purchase including coffees, lattes, mochas, cappuccinos, hot chocolate and a variety of hot teas as well as on-the-go snacks. Stop in on your way to class or stay awhile to study and enjoy the atmosphere of our recently renovated library.

Health Services

At Cloud, we want all of our students to have a positive and rewarding experience. Our ultimate goal is to make sure students grow and succeed in achieving their goals, and one of those student support services includes the Student Health Center.

The Student Health Center services are provided by a Physician Assistant. The PA is fully licensed and able to prescribe all medications, treatments, and therapies. Referrals to specialists, labs, and imaging services are also available.

Student Health Center Walk in Hours: Monday: 9 am - 4 pm Wednesday: 9 am - 4 pm Thursday: 9 am - 4 pm Friday: 9 am - 4 pm The Student Health Clinic is located on the upper Gym level in room 308 on the Concordia Campus.

The Physician Assistant may be reached at 785-243-1435, ext 237.

When indicated, lab and x-rays may be ordered by the Physician Assistant and obtained at the local hospital. Students are responsible for payment of these services, as well as for any prescription medications ordered from the pharmacy of the student’s choice.

The Physician Assistant also provides health counseling services and referrals and information regarding health issues.

Counseling The counseling program offers assessment and short-term assistance. The Physician Assistant will determine if additional sessions can be arranged. Normally, however, the Physician Assistant will refer the student to agencies in the community prepared to provide services over an extended period of time. Referrals will be accepted from any source. Students may refer themselves.

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Referrals of students will also be accepted from other students, parents, faculty, staff, and other agencies in the community. Referrals should be made to the CCCC Physician Assistant.

Drug and Alcohol Abuse Information The college’s goal is to intervene in substance abuse problems faced by students or employees of the college by designing individual intervention plans for persons with substance abuse problems.

For information or counseling contact the Physician Assistant on the Concordia campus at 1-800729-5101 Ext. 237or Pawnee Mental Health at 243-4164. GCC students should contact Pawnee Mental Health (785)-762-5250.

Intervention and Treatment Resources On-campus: CCCC Nurse Practitioner in Student Services Concordia referrals: Kerr’s Counseling, (785) 243-4164

Pawnee Mental Health Services, (785) 243-8900

CKF Substance Abuse Treatment & Prevention Services, (785) 243-6091

Self-Help Hotline Listings of local AA, NA, Alanon,and

OA Meetings, (785) 275-1822 Junction City referrals: Alcoholics Anonymous (785) 762-6198

Pawnee Mental Health Services (785) 762-5250

Konza Prairie Comm. Health Center (785) 238-4711 Substance Abuse and Health Issues Nationally, one-fifth of all college women and one-third of all college men reported one or more alcohol-related problems in the past year. Many health-related problems that college students face are related to substance abuse. 90% of all rapes, 50% of all fatal accidents and 50% of all homicides are alcohol related.

Intercollegiate Athletics

Men’s and women’s intercollegiate athletics offer a variety of sports, giving student-athletes the opportunity to compete at the collegiate level. Cloud County Community College has been a member of the Kansas Jayhawk Community College Conference since 1996, which is considered by many as the strongest NJCAA conference in the country. Thunderbird teams have competed in national competitions in men’s and women’s basketball, soccer, track and field, cross country as well as softball and volleyball. Cloud County has won national titles in men’s cross country in 1995, women’s basketball in 2001, men’s half marathon in 2003 and men’s soccer in 2011. The track and cross country programs have produced dozens of national champions. Hundreds of individual Thunderbird student-athletes have been recognized as NJCAA All-Americans, as well as achieving Academic All-American status. Many Cloud County alumni transfer on to NCAA Division I, Division II, and NAIA institutions to further their academic and athletic careers. Several Cloud alumni have even made their way into the professional ranks in baseball, track and field, men’s and women’s basketball, and men’s soccer. In addition to great student-athletics, Cloud County has a first rate coaching staff that is highly decorated and respected throughout the country. Cloud County Community College offers intercollegiate sports in volleyball, baseball, softball, men’s and women’s basketball, men’s and women’s cross country, men’s and women’s indoor track, men’s and women’s outdoor track, and men’s soccer.

Intramurals

The intramural sports program offers a variety of physical activities designed to meet the diverse needs and interests of the students, faculty, and staff of Cloud County Community College. This program offers the opportunity to develop and maintain physical fitness, to compete with and against other members of the campus community, as well as provides a change from the routine of academic life. Participants have the opportunity to choose from various team and individual sports.

The success of any program depends upon participation and all students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to take an active part in the intramural program. The pleasure experienced will be well worth the effort.

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Liability Statement All participants should be duly aware of the risk and hazards involved in intramural/recreational sports and fitness activities. All participants should voluntarily elect to utilize Cloud County Community College facilities, and participate in programs recognizing present conditions and further agree to voluntarily assume all risk of loss, damage, or injury that may be sustained while using college facilities or participating in programs.

Cloud County Community College assumes NO responsibility for cost involved with individual injury or property damage incurred in connection with the use of college facilities.

Participants are reminded that they should review their own situations to determine if they have adequate insurance or protection.

It is recommended that all participants have a complete physical before engaging in any physical activities at Cloud County Community College.

Library

The library supports the educational experience by providing current innovations in information retrieval as well as traditional library resources and services. The Library staff offers individual and classroom instruction in the effective use of resources, and provides access to resources not owned by the library through interlibrary loan and online databases.

The library currently has two collections - Concordia Campus and Concordia AV. Materials in both collections can be found through the online Library catalog located on the Library Webpage. In addition, over 40 databases can also be accessed through the Library Webpage. Please contact the library staff at library@cloud.edu for questions regarding your login.

The Audiovisual Lab contains instructional materials which faculty use to enhance class instruction.

The AV Lab also provides viewing stations for in-lab student use.

Other services provided in the Library include: Access to 20 computers and a printer for student use, several print magazines and print newspapers available for use, and an inviting atmosphere to enjoy.

Parking

The CCCC Parking Map is available at the Information Center and on the college website. Geary Campus students: Parking is open. Please obey traffic rules in the parking lots and respect the stalls reserved for disabled drivers.

Vehicle Rules and Regulations 1. ALL students shall complete a motor vehicle registration card before a vehicle permit is issued.

Motor vehicles include cars, trucks, buses, motorcycles, motor scooters, motor bikes, and any other motor powered vehicle. Parking permits for off-campus students may be purchased for $5.00 during enrollment for the current school semester (August-December, January - June) at the Information Center.

2. In order to use the CCCC parking facilities (Lots #1, #3, #4 or #5), permits are required. If your permit is lost or stolen, report this to the Information Center immediately so our security officer may be notified. You are encouraged to lock your vehicle to prevent stolen permits and/or other items.

Overnight visitors at the Campus Apartments need to register with Shane Britt.

A temporary permit will be issued for two weeks to allow time for the missing permit to be turned into the Information Center. A second permit will need to be purchased if not found after that week ($5.00).

3. ALL lots are monitored regularly. These permits should be placed on the rearview mirror in your vehicle and visible at all times. Vehicles NOT displaying a current parking permit OR parked in a restricted/no parking/handicapped area will be issued a ticket. Restricted areas are marked on the map (handicap, motorcycle, bicycle, Career Center, Food Service). Parking fines begin at $5.00.

ANY UNPAID PARKING FINES WILL RESULT IN A HOLD ON YOUR RECORDS, TRANSCRIPT and/or GRADES. 4. The following RESTRICTIONS apply to your parking permit: (Refer to the Parking Map for details.)

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• LOT #2 (flag pole) is reserved for our faculty (teachers and/or administrators), support staff, and visitors *ONLY*. *NO STUDENTS* • The RESIDENCE LIFE/HOUSING parking facility for students at T-Bird Village, LaBarge Honor House, and Hillside Apartments is located to the WEST and NORTH of the apartments. Students living at Thunderheights will use the parking facility located to the EAST of the building and ONLY the WEST row in Lot #1 (facing the Tennis Courts). The LaBarge Honor House student residents are NOT to park in the house driveway. Janet Eubanks, Director of Auxiliary Services, will assign all parking permits for Residence Life students. FYI: ONLY the specific painted area (RESIDENCE LIFE) in Lot #5 has been designated for student residents to use for their parking. If you are NOT parked in the painted area, YOU WILL RECEIVE A TICKET. REMINDER: ALL overnight visitors at the campus housing apartments need to register with Shane Britt.

• Campus Drive is a designated Emergency Snow Route. This means any time 2” or more of snow is predicted, ALL parked vehicles on Campus Drive may be ticketed and towed by the City of Concordia at the owner’s expense (ticket + towing charge).

5. The following procedure will be used when issuing ticket(s): Through the first full week of school - Courtesy Warning Ticket issued (each semester). (A copy of CCCC Vehicle Rules and Regulations will be placed on windshield with each ticket issues.)

1st offense - Ticket is issued; See Information Center will be noted on the ticket. (No Fine.)

2nd offense - Ticket is issued; See Information Center will be noted on the ticket. ($5.00 fine) 3rd offense - Ticket is issued; See Information Center will be noted on the ticket.($25.00 fine) 4th offense - Ticket is issued; See Information Center will be noted on the ticket. ($50.00 fine) A scheduled appointment with the Vice President for Administrative Services may be required.

5th offense - Attempts will be made to contact the owner to move their vehicle. This VEHICLE will be TOWED at owner’s expense if not moved. A mandatory meeting will be held with student.

6. HANDICAPPED and/or RESTRICTED areas: NO WARNINGS 1st offense - $100 fine; 2nd offense - Vehicle will be TOWED & $100 fine

Residence Life

On Campus A unique experience in college housing is available at Cloud County Community College. On campus housing and two non-campus buildings provide housing for 364 students. Some apartments have their own kitchen, living room, dining area, two bedrooms and a bath shared by 4 residents.

Others offer a private bedroom and a semi-private bath. An off campus apartment building offers students a chance to enjoy on campus benefits, but the independence of living off campus.

An Honor’s house is located right across the street from the campus. This living arrangement is by application only and is for those students who demonstrate great leadership in the classroom and elsewhere.

A campus apartment handbook is provided to each campus resident and is available upon request.

Contact the Residence Life department for a current housing contract.

The Residence Life Office also provides many activities and socials for all students. The Resident Assistants strive to make the on campus living a memorable and positive experience.

Off Campus The Residence Life Office maintains a list of off-campus rentals. Some are within walking distance of the college.

Residency Requirements

State of Kansas Residency - A student must live in the State of Kansas six months prior to the first day of class for any given semester. They must provide documentation along with a completed Affidavit of Residency form. These forms are available in the Student Records Office.

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Alien Residency – Resident aliens need to provide a copy of their green card at the time of enrollment. For more information contact the Student Records Office.

SAFE T-BIRDS program

Do You Know Someone Who . . * is being bullied? * is in a dating or domestic violent relationship? * has been sexually assaulted? * is being stalked? * is struggling with substance abuse? * is experiencing online violence?

SAFE T-BIRDS Provides You with Information to Help Answer: * What are the signs? * How can you help? * Do you need help? * Are you an Active Bystander? * Who can you contact at Cloud County Community College? * What other information do you need?

Help and Reporting If you need help or need to report a violent act, such as bullying, domestic or dating violence, sexual assault, stalking or substance abuse for a student, contact the Vice President for Student Affairs and Advancement by phone at 785.243.1435 ext 319 or for a CCCC employee, contact human resources at 785.243.1435 ext. 251.

In an emergency situation, contact 911.

In support of the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act, Title IX regulations and the Clery Act, CCCC prohibits all violent offenses.

The SAFE T-BIRDS program is Cloud County Community College’s prevention and education efforts to help stop relationship violence in support of title IX, the Violence Against Women Reauthorization Act, the SaVE Act and Clery Act. Visit: http://www.cloud.edu/Students/safe-t-birds/index for more information.

Student Clubs and Organizations

An important part of any college experience is the extracurricular activities. Listed below are organizations and activities for student enrichment at CCCC. Each club must recharter each year.

Academic Excellence Ag Economics Team A&P Club (both campuses) Archery Club Athletic Trainers Block & Bridle Cheer Squad Christian Challenge Cloud Drama Club Cloud English Club Collegiate FFA Collegiate Farm Bureau Concert Choir

FCCLA Fellowship of Christian Athletes Horse Judging Livestock Judging Team KNEA KVCO Radio Multicultural Student Association (GCC) Phi Theta Kappa (both campuses) Resident Assistants Rodeo Club Rolling Thunder Pep Band Student Activities Board Student Ambassadors 39

Crops Judging Team C-Zone Dance Team Early Childhood Education

Student Senate (both campuses) Student Veteran’s Association (GCC) Yearbook Equestrian Club

Phi Theta Kappa

For three-quarters of a century, Phi Theta Kappa has signified a commitment to academic excellence and leadership accomplishment for community college students throughout the nation. Cloud County Community College received its Phi Theta Kappa charger in the late 1960’s, and has maintained a strong presence on campus, and in the state, since that time. As a member of Phi Theta Kappa, Cloud County students may find greater accessibility to scholarships at transfer institutions.

In the past twelve years, the College has had three recipients of the Guistwhite Scholarship. In order for students to enjoy these and other benefits of the organization, they must have a 3.5 cumulative GPA after completing 12 college credit hours. New members are initiated once per semester, both at the Concordia campus and at the Geary County Campus.

Student Retention Specialists

Cloud is fortunate to have Student Retention Specialists on both the Concordia and Geary County campuses whose primary job is to help students be successful.

Student Retention Specialists: The student retention specialists work with college faculty to identify students who may be needing extra support and guidance. At Cloud, we want all of our students to have a positive and rewarding experience. Our ultimate goal is to make sure students grow and succeed in achieving their goals, and our student retention specialists are here to help make that happen.

Faculty Referral system: We have an online referral for faculty to complete when students are doing poorly. Once completed the referral comes directly to the Student Retention Specialists email. The Student Retention Specialists then make the contact and respond to the instructor who reported the problem. Copies of referrals are placed in the students’ advising files, so we are sharing information with the student’s advisor.

Academic Probation: students may go on academic probation for two reasons • Students fail to meet the minimum GPA requirements • Students complete less than 50% of their enrolled credit hours.

Students who are placed on academic probation are required to enroll in a one hour course called Personal Assessment.

Personal Assessment requires each student to meet weekly, one on one with the Student Retention Specialists. During these weekly appointments, students review their current academic progress with grade and attendance checks for each class. Students set GPA goals for their semester. If students show up to their Assessment appointments, then this is a good indication they are also attending their other classes.

Student Success Center

The mission of the Student Success Center at Cloud County Community College is to provide instruction and services to support the academic success of all students and assist faculty effectiveness in classroom teaching. The Student Success Center offers a variety of services to support students; these include tutoring, test proctoring, and academic coaching. For students who present documentation of specific disabilities, accommodations are provided. Writing assistance and editing for academic papers is also provided for students through the SSC. The Student Success Center provides tutoring services for a variety of courses each semester FREE of charge to CCCC students. Students in need of tutoring may stop by the SSC or make an 40

appointment. To become a peer tutor, students must have already taken the course for which they tutor or have demonstrated competency in the subject being tutored. Peer tutors must also have a minimum 3.0 grade point average, obtained a grade of “A” or “B” in the class tutored, have the recommendation of the course instructor, and receive training in tutoring theory and skills.

The Student Success Center staff will proctor tests for students who need to take a make-up test or need accommodations. Proctoring is provided for CCCC courses, online courses, and non-CCCC courses. Instructions given by the instructor are strictly followed. The instructor will be notified of any test discrepancies. To schedule test proctoring call the SSC at 243-1435, ext. 231.

The Student Success Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Student Media

Get real-world, hands-on experience with Thunderhead Media Group If you concentrate in our Journalism and Mass Communications option, Cloud will get you online, on screens, on air, and on your resume in your first year. With Thunderhead Media Group, students have opportunities with: • 88.3 KVCO Radio Station • T-Bird Times Online at tbird.news • Social Media Presence • Video Production • Cumulus, the student-produced yearbook, which strives to tell the stories of CCCC through interactive features embedded within the digital publication.

Student Union

Students like to spend time in the Student Union, as it provides an enjoyable setting for relaxation and conversation. It is close to the T-Bird Café and other Student Services areas.

T-Bird Login

Students can use their T-Bird login to access Canvas, iCloud, email, and computers on-campus.

Username: The username for a T-Bird login is normally first initial, middle initial, and last name.

Password: The password for a T-Bird login is normally last name (lower-case) and the last four digits of the social security number. Students are heavily encouraged to change their password.

Example: John A. Smith, with SSN: 999-99-1234.

T-Bird email: jasmith@tbirds.cloud.edu Username: jasmith Password: smith1234 If you forget your password, use the Password Reset page found at: http://www.cloud.edu/About/IT/ index To change your password, use the Password Change page found at: http://www.cloud.edu/About/ IT/index

Thunderville

Thunderville is the College game room and TV Lounge. The Lounge is used to host special entertainment and gatherings that students enjoy. Foosball, pool, table tennis, air hockey, and a Wii entertainment center are available for student use.

TRiO Student Support Services

The TRiO Student Support Services program is a support network serving students who are historically under-represented in education: First-generation, low-income, and/or students with documented learning disabilities. The TRiO program provides assistance and support toward graduation.

Students at both the Concordia and Geary County campuses can qualify to participate in the TRiO program. They can receive services such as free one-on-one tutoring from an Academic Specialist, 41

workshops and training opportunities, transfer and scholarship assistance, campus visits to fouryear universities, cultural enrichment activities, referral services, and every day support for life’s ups and downs.

Office hours for TriO staff are Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, please contact the TRiO staff at trio@cloud.edu.

Veteran Services

Cloud County Community College is committed to serving active duty members of the military, veterans, and their families.

VA educational benefits may only be used to accomplish educational objectives defined as the completion of a VA approved degree program at your parent institution. The nature of the VA educational assistance program places certain restrictions upon the VA student and the certifying institution.

To help facilitate your understanding and compliance, CCCC has some very special services to offer our VA students. A Veterans Registration Form must be completed and on file with the Veterans Representative or Military Liaison before certification for benefits can be submitted.

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POLICIES, PROCEDURES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Student Code of Conduct (Institutional Policy E1)

Students enrolling at Cloud County Community College are expected to conduct themselves as responsible individuals. Students are subject to the jurisdiction of the College during their period of enrollment. No student shall violate any published regulation of the Student Code of Conduct adopted or approved by the Cloud County Community College Board of Trustees. Additionally, no student shall (a) violate federal or state law or local ordinance, (b) aid or abet any other violation of federal law, state law, local ordinance, or this Student Code of Conduct, (c) violate any other CCCC policy. The College reserves the right to take disciplinary action, including suspension or expulsion, against those students who, in the finding of the College administration, have not acted in the best interest of other students, faculty, staff, or the College as a whole.

The following types of behavior are considered violations of the student code of conduct and may subject the student to disciplinary action and/or referral to appropriate law enforcement agencies.

Academic Integrity and Honesty - Students are expected to adhere to standards of honesty in all areas of academic pursuit. Students who compromise the integrity of the classroom are subject to disciplinary action on the part of the College. Individuals can refer to Academic Integrity and Honesty policy found in the Academic Planner/Student Handbook for additional clarification.

Alcohol and Controlled Substances - Students at Cloud County Community College are required to follow all local, state, and federal laws pertaining to the consumption of alcohol or use of controlled substances. No student shall consume or possess controlled substances, including the possession of controlled substance paraphernalia, on any College-owned or College-operated facility or at any College-sponsored event or activity either on or off campus. This includes offcampus trips, internship experiences, or any off-campus Cloud County Community College sponsored gathering.

No student shall unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or be under the influence of a controlled substance. Illicit drug usage within the context of competitive athletics can compromise the physical well-being, health, and safety of the individual; therefore, all athletes will be subject to random drug screening.

Assault and Battery - No student shall threaten or commit a physical or sexual assault on faculty, staff, or another student or visitor. No student shall force or threaten to force another student, faculty, or staff member to have sexual contact against that person’s will. No student shall engage in psychological harm, stalking, dating violence, or other domestic violence offenses against another person. Any student charged with assault, sexual assault, or battery on or off campus may be prosecuted under criminal statutes and disciplined under the campus Student Code of Conduct. The College reserves the right to pursue disciplinary action under the Student Code of Conduct even if the authorities do not pursue criminal charges for the action. Any College employee, student, or visitor who observes a potential violent or life threatening behavior has the right to immediately seek emergency assistance by calling 911 without consent of College authority.

Assembly - Free and open assembly is permitted subject to reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions. For the purposes of this code, assembly is defined as an individual or group organizing for the purpose of communication. Use of College space should be requested through established facility reservation procedures.

Computer/Campus Computing Systems - No student shall engage in the following: a) Intentional corruption or misuse of College computer systems b) Use of systems for illegal or criminal activity 43

c) The use of campus owned and operated computer networks, systems, or software and hardware, for the posting of materials to electronic bulletin boards, chat rooms, mail lists, or via conventional e-mail that may be offensive or obscene is prohibited. Examples of “offensive” or “obscene” material includes use of profanity, viewing pornography, defamation and harassment in violation of College policies and all applicable federal and state laws. d) Use of the campus computing system for commercial or profit activities e) Attempts to disrupt or support the disruption of College or external information technology services, systems, or users-disruptive activities include, but are not limited to: • sending unauthorized mass, chain or spam mail • knowingly transmitting any computer viruses, worms, etc.

• hosting or using open mail relays on College equipment f) The use of group websites for the publication or distribution of copyrighted materials of licensed software.

Contracts - No student shall enter into a contract with an outside agency using the name of the College. Contracts entered into in violation of this rule shall be the personal responsibility of the student.

Counterfeiting and Altering - No student shall reproduce, copy, or tamper with or alter in any way, manner, shape or form, any writing, record, document or identification or any form used or maintained by the College. This shall include electronic and computerized data.

Bullying, Discrimination, or Harassment - No student shall engage in bullying, discrimination, or harassment of another student, staff, faculty member, or visitor. Harassment is prohibited based on race, color, age, sex, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran’s status, or other factors which cannot be lawfully considered, to the extent specified by applicable federal and state laws. Any action or situation created recklessly or intentionally by an individual or organization to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, or ridicule to any student or prospective student, staff, faculty, or visitor will not be tolerated. This includes the use of electronic media to perform such acts.

Disruptive Behavior - No student shall behave in a manner that is unacceptable in a learning environment or that endangers or infringes upon the rights and/or safety of themselves or other students or staff. Any obstruction or disruption of an educational process, administrative process, or other campus function is prohibited.

Dumping and Littering - No student shall deposit, dump, litter or otherwise dispose of any refuse on College property, except in duly designated refuse depositories.

Electronic Devices - Cellular phones, pagers, Personal Digital Assistants, Personal Communication Devices and other electronic devices shall not be used in a manner that causes disruption in the classroom, library or within any College-owned or College-operated facilities.

This includes abuse of cellular devices with photographic capability. Utilizing these devices for the purposes of photographing test questions or engaging in other forms of academic misconduct or illegal activity is prohibited, as is photographing individuals in secured areas such as lavatories or locker rooms. Taking photographs of any individuals without their consent is strictly prohibited.

False Information - No student shall furnish false information, including false reports of fires or bomb threats, to any College official.

Fire Hazard - No student shall engage in any activities which create a fire hazard or other dangerous condition.

Gambling - No student shall engage in any form of gambling on College-owned or operated 44

property including College owned computer systems, or at College-sponsored events either on or off campus or through the use of College owned computer systems.

Hazing - Any action or situation created recklessly or intentionally by an individual or organization to produce mental or physical discomfort, embarrassment, or ridicule to any student or prospective student of Cloud County Community College will not be tolerated.

Interference - No student shall directly interfere with a student, faculty member, or officer of Cloud County Community College in the performance of their duties.

Tobacco Use - Tobacco use is not allowed, except in outdoor designated posted areas that are a minimum of 20 feet from entrances, exits, and ventilation areas. Tobacco use is not allowed within College owned buildings or College leased or rented facilities, and public areas. Tobacco usage is defined as the burning, chewing, or any other method of inhaling or otherwise consuming any natural tobacco or tobacco-derived products through the use of, but not limited to: Cigarettes (clove, bidis, kerteks), electronic cigarettes, cigars and cigarillos, hookah-smoked products and oral tobacco (spit and spitless, smokeless, chew, snuff).

Theft/Vandalism - No student shall engage in the theft of or damage to property belonging to another person or the College. This includes tampering with coin-operated machines, fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, fire alarms, defacing of public property, and unauthorized relocating.

Weapons - Cloud County Community College prohibits the possession or use of firearms, explosives, or other weapons or any facsimile thereof within any College building or facility on College property or at any College sponsored classes, events, or activities.

Sanctions:

The following sanctions may be imposed, in no specific order, upon any student found to be in violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Sanctions may include, but are not limited to: Warning: Warning is an opportunity for a student to be given a clear directive to change/modify behavior in lieu of an official disciplinary sanction being imposed.

Restitution: Restitution is the reimbursement for damages to or misappropriation of property. This may take the form of appropriate services or other compensation. Common assessment may be made to groups of students for damage occurring in common areas shared by group members.

Fine: Students may be assessed a fine for violation(s) of the Student Code of Conduct.

Community Service Hours: The student or student organization may be required to complete a designated number of hours in the service of the College or community.

Loss of Privilege: Loss of Privilege is the limitation of activities or privileges on campus for a designated period of time.

Loss of Housing Privilege: Loss of Housing Privilege is the temporary or permanent loss of campus residency.

Confiscation: Confiscation is the removal of offensive or prohibited property.

Censure: Censure is a written reprimand of violation or specified regulations, including the possibility of severe judicial sanctions in the event of a future violation of any College regulation within a stated period of time.

Probation: Probation is a period of time during which the privilege of continuing in student status is conditional. The conditions may include, but are not limited to, loss of privileges, to which a current student would otherwise be entitled and an acknowledgment by the student that any additional violations of the Student Code of Conduct may result in more serious sanctions.

Preventive Suspension: The appropriate Vice President has the authority to immediately impose a preventive suspension in the event that a student’s continued presence on campus poses a significant danger to others, and/or there is reasonable cause to believe that such a preventive 45

Suspension is required to protect lives or property and to insure the maintenance of order. During the preventive suspension period student status is terminated and all rights and privileges are removed for a specified period of time. Students who are on preventive suspension may not be on campus, enter campus facilities, or participate in College activities either on or off campus.

Disciplinary Suspension: Suspension is the separation of the student from student status from the campus for a definite period of time, after which the student is eligible to return. During the suspension period student status is terminated and all rights and privileges are removed for a specified period of time. Students who are on suspension may not be on campus, enter campus facilities, or participate in College activities either on or off campus. Tuition and Fees will not be refunded to students who are suspended from the College. Special conditions affecting eligibility for readmission may be designated at the time of suspension.

Expulsion: Expulsion is the permanent separation of the student from student status from the campus. There is no refund of tuition, room, board, or fees to students who are expelled. Note: Students who are expelled from the College must leave the campus within a period of time specified by the College President or his/her designee.

Institutional Steps in Processing Complaint

Any member of the College community can lodge a complaint against any student or student organization believed to be in violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Any non-resident complaint related to the violation of the Student Code of Conduct will be forwarded to the campus Resolution Officer or the Vice President for Student Affairs and Advancement /Title IX Coordinator.

All residence life complaints related to the violation of the Student Code of Conduct will be first addressed by the Residence Life Coordinator. If an agreement is not reached, the matter can be appealed to the Resolution Officer. Certain violations could warrant immediate action taken by the appropriate Vice President or President if deemed necessary. In order to provide fair and impartial treatment of all disciplinary cases, the following steps will be observed in all formal disciplinary proceedings:

All nonsexual misconduct complaints including allegations of criminal offenses must be made in writing to the Resolution Officer. Contact the Human Resources Office for the name of the campus Resolution Officer at each campus. The complaint should include the date, time, location, parties involved, and a description of the incident. When written complaint is logged with the Resolution Officer, the responding party will be notified in writing of the complaint, including alleged violation, within a 24 hour time period. At this time, the Resolution Officer will investigate the complaint to determine if a policy violation has occurred appropriate course of action and/or sanction will be rendered. If an agreement is reached on the complaint(s)/violation(s), a written document including sanctions, if any, will be prepared and the responding party, the reporting party, and the Resolution Officer will sign the document. The College will consider the matter to be resolved. Students appealing the decision of the Resolution Officer will provide all written evidence discussed at the initial hearing and present it to the Vice President for Student Affairs and Advancement/Title IX Coordinator within five (5) business days. The Vice President for Student Affairs and Advancement/ Title IX Coordinator will notify the Appeals Committee within five (5) business days of the appeal.

The Appeals Committee will hold a hearing within five (5) business days of being notified of the appeal. A hearing will be held to address the views of all parties involved. The hearing will be audio recorded and a written record will be maintained.

Cloud County Community College Appeals Committee

The Appeals Committee hears nonsexual misconduct cases involving violations of the Student Code of Conduct not resolved with the Resolution Officer.

The Appeals Committee reviews the recommended sanction(s) and affirms or denies its appropriateness. If relevant, the Appeals Committee may discuss a previous pattern of behavior related to the student. The Appeals Committee arrives at a decision regarding each situation, applies sanctions to each particular case, completes documentation relevant to each case, and notifies all parties involved of decisions relevant to each case.

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• Witnesses for both the responding party and reporting party may be asked to provide information supporting or refuting the alleged violation.

• Following statements, questions, and supporting or refuting information presented to the Appeals Committee, an executive session to decide appropriate sanctions will be conducted.

• The chairperson of the Appeals Committee will provide a written copy of the decision to the reporting party and responding party within 24 hours of the closing of the formal hearing.

The members of the Cloud County Community College Appeals Committee are appointed by the Vice President for Student Affairs and Advancement/Title IX Coordinator and will remain on the committee for a period of one (1) academic year. This committee will consist of the following: 1. Chairperson: A member of the Student Services Staff 2. A support staff member 3. A faculty member 4. A member of the administrative staff or support 5. A full-time student, preferably a member of the Student Senate.

For the purpose of a hearing, a quorum will consist of three persons, (two at-large members of the Appeals Committee and the Chairperson). In all cases the Appeals Committee arrives at a decision and applies relevant sanctions.

The Appeals Committee will notify the appropriate Vice President of the sanction(s).

The reporting party and responding party have the right to appeal decisions of the Appeals Committee to the College President. The reporting party or responding party must file a written appeal within in five (5) business days of the Appeals Committee decision. When the written decision of the Appeals Committee is made available and the case results in suspension or expulsion from the College, the responding party has 48 hours to file a written appeal to the College President.

The reason(s) a student may appeal a decision is/are: • Procedures were not followed • Evidence did not justify results • Sanction was not consistent with the nature of the violation • There is new evidence (not available or withheld at the hearing)

Appeals to College President

The College President hears nonsexual misconduct appeals regarding the disciplinary situation and may reverse or affirm the Appeals Committee’s decision, or impose a lesser or more severe sanction and consider any evidence not previously available to the Appeals Committee in their decision.

The accused has the right to appeal the decision of College President to the Board of Trustees The responding party must notify the Board of Trustees the desire to appeal within five (5) business days after receipt of notification of the College President’s decision.

Appeals to the Board of Trustees

The Board of Trustees will hear all appeals regarding the College President’s decision at the next scheduled Board of Trustees meeting. The hearing before the Board of Trustees shall be on the record developed before the Appeals Committee. No new evidence shall be received by the Board of Trustees. The parties may be represented by attorneys and shall have the right to present written or oral arguments as directed by the Board of Trustees. The Board shall render its decision by a majority vote of those members in attendance. The Board’s decision shall be in writing and include written findings of fact supported by evidence in the record.

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Disciplinary Records

To assure students’ rights to privacy, disciplinary records are kept separate from academic records.

Investigative materials relating to violation of College policy are maintained in the office of the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Services. The disclosure of information from the disciplinary records will comply with the Family Educations Rights and Privacy Act. When disclosure is compelled by legal process or by student consent, only the Vice President for Enrollment Management and Student Services or the President of the College shall give authorization for the release of disciplinary records. Disciplinary records are kept in confidential files for at least 7 years after the student leaves Cloud County Community College. Expulsion records are kept in confidential files for 25 years after the student leaves Cloud County Community College.

Formal Complaint Process (Institutional Policy E18)

The Cloud County Community College nonacademic appeals process is to be used for issues other than disciplinary or academic matters and provides you with protection against unwarranted infringement of your rights. A grievance may concern an alleged violation of college policies, infringement of your rights and other such problems dealing with other students, college staff and faculty and authorized college activities. Failure to comply with these procedures shall be grounds for dismissal of any complaint or dispute and dismissal of the complaint shall be final.

The Board of Trustees (Board) encourages all complaints regarding Cloud County Community College (College) to be resolved at the lowest possible administrative level. Whenever a complaint is made directly to the Board as a whole or to a board member as an individual, it will be referred to the administration for study and possible resolution.

No complainant shall be subject to adverse employment or academic action in retaliation for any good faith report or statement concerning allegations of discrimination, harassment or retaliation.

The Director of Human Resources, Cloud County Community College, 2221 Campus Dr., Concordia, KS 66901, has been designated to coordinate compliance with nondiscrimination requirements contained in Federal and State law, including, but not limited to: Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. The Vice President for Student Services, Cloud County Community College, 2221 Campus Dr., Concordia, KS 66901, has been designated to coordinate compliance with requirements contained in Federal and State law, including, but not limited to: Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. The appointments of the Hearing Officer and the Resolution Officer will be made at the beginning of each fiscal year and will be kept on file in the Office of Human Resources.

Information concerning the provisions of these Acts, and the rights provided thereunder, are available from the Compliance Coordinator, and a copy of this policy and any complaint forms shall be available on the college’s website.

Complaints about Discrimination or Discriminatory Harassment Complaints of discrimination or discriminatory harassment (as defined in Policy C5) by an employee or student should be addressed to the Compliance Coordinator as set forth above. Any employee who receives a complaint of discrimination or harassment from a student shall inform the student of the employee’s obligation to report the complaint. If the Compliance Coordinator is the alleged harasser, the complaint shall be reported to the President. Complaints by any other person alleging discrimination should be addressed to the Compliance Coordinator.

The following procedures will be followed to ensure an appropriate resolution of a grievance or complaint at the lowest possible level: • The complainant should attempt to rectify the grievance with the supervisor of the area in which the alleged violation occurred within 10 business days. Every effort will be made to resolve the 48

grievance at the lowest possible level. Where resolution is unsatisfactory to either party, the issue should be appealed in writing to the relevant Vice President. The Vice President must inform the complainant in writing of any decision made and the reason for that decision within five business days.

• If the complainant feels the complaint has not been resolved, a formal complaint should be filed in writing and contain the name and address of the person filing the complaint. A complaint should be filed as soon as possible after the conduct occurs, but not later than 30 business days after the occurance, unless the conduct forming the basis for the complaint is ongoing.

• The complainant should briefly describe the alleged violation. If an employee becomes aware of a possible violation of this policy, they are expected to initiate a complaint even if the individual(s) involved do not want to initiate a complaint. Forms for filing written complaints are available in each Vice President’s office, the Associate Vice President’s office, the President’s office and the Compliance Coordinator’s office.

• If appropriate, an investigation shall follow the filing of the complaint. If the complaint is against the President, the Board shall appoint an Investigating Officer. In other instances, the investigation shall be conducted by the Compliance Coordinator or another individual appointed by the President. The investigation shall be informal but thorough. All involved persons, including the complainant and the person against whom the complaint is lodged, will be afforded an opportunity to submit written or oral evidence relevant to the complaint.

• A written determination of the complaint’s validity and a description of the resolution shall be issued by the investigator and submitted to the President no later than 20 business days after the filing of the complaint.

• If investigation results in a recommendation that a student be suspended or expelled, procedures outlined in board Policy E1 will be followed.

• If the investigation results in a recommendation that an employee be suspended without pay or terminated, procedures outlined in Board policy, the negotiated agreement and/or State or Federal law will be followed.

• Records relating to complaints filed and their resolution shall be forwarded to and maintained in a confidential manner by the Compliance Coordinator.

The complainant may appeal the determination of the complaint. Appeals shall be heard by the President, a Hearing Officer appointed by the President, or by the Board itself, as determined by the President. The request to appeal the resolution shall be made within 10 business days after the date of the written resolution of the complaint at the lower level. The President, Hearing Officer, or the Board shall review the evidence gathered by the investigator and the investigator’s report, and shall afford the complainant and the person against whom the complaint is filed an opportunity to submit further evidence, orally or in writing, within 10 business days after the appeal is filed. The President, Hearing Officer or the Board will issue a written determination of the complaint’s validity and a description of its resolution within 10 business days after the appeal is filed.

Use of this complaint procedure is not a prerequisite to the pursuit of other remedies. In addition to utilizing the college’s complaint process, the following outlets exist for seeking redress of grievances.

• Consumer protection and/or fraud complaints may be filed with the Kansas Attorney General’s Office.

• Discrimination complaints may be filed with the Kansas Human Rights Commission, Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the Office for Civil Rights of the U.S. Department of Education.

• Complaints regarding State Authorization Reciprocity Agreement (SARA) courses delivered by SARA member community colleges may be filed by students enrolled in these courses with the Kansas Board of Regents office.

• Kansas Community Colleges are regionally accredited by the North Central Association of the Higher Learning Commission on Colleges and Universities (NCAHLC). Complaints regarding an institution’s ongoing ability to meet the Criteria of Accreditation may be filed by following the 49

guidelines at https://www.hlcommission.org/HLC-Institutions/complaints.html.

Complaints About Policy The college President shall report any unresolved complaint about policies to the Board at the next regularly scheduled board meeting.

Complaints About Facilities and Services The college President shall report any unresolved complaint about facilities and services to the Board at the next regularly scheduled board meeting.

Complaints About Personnel The college President shall report any unresolved complaint about personnel to the Board at the next regularly scheduled board meeting in executive session.

Sexual Respect and Tittle IX

Cloud County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law (including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972).

Harassment Policy and Complaint Procedure Cloud County Community College expects ALL administration, faculty, staff and students to behave in a manner that supports a positive educational environment for all. Cloud County Community College prohibits any form of harassment based on racial, religious, sexual, national origin, age, disability and/ or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Cloud County Community College also prohibits any type of retaliation against any participant in an investigation of harassment. For purposes of this policy, these prohibitions also apply to Cloud County Community College Trustees, agents, volunteers, contractors, or persons subject to the supervision and control of Cloud County Community College.

Gender-Based Harassment and Violence Policy Members of Cloud County Community College, guests and visitors have the right to be free from all forms of gender and sex-based discrimination, examples of which can include acts of sexual violence, sexual harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. All members of the campus community are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that does not infringe upon the rights of others. The College believes in a zero tolerance policy for gender-based misconduct. When an allegation of misconduct is brought to an appropriate administrator’s attention, and a respondent is found to have violated this policy, serious sanctions will be used to reasonably ensure that such actions are never repeated. This policy has been developed to reaffirm these principles and to provide recourse for those individuals whose rights have been violated. This policy is intended to define community expectations and to establish a mechanism for determining when those expectations have been violated.

Offenses include, but are not limited to: 1. Sexual Harassment: Unwelcome, gender-based verbal or physical conduct.

2. Non-Consensual Sexual Contact: Any intentional sexual touching with any object that is without consent and/or by force.

3. Non-Consensual Sexual Intercourse: Any sexual intercourse with any object that is without consent and/or by force.

4. Sexual Exploitation: Non-consensual or abusive sexual advantage of another for his/her advantage or benefit, or to benefit or advantage anyone other than the one being exploited; and that behavior does not otherwise constitute one of the other sexual misconduct offenses.

5. Sexual Imposition: Deliberate assaults of molestation, or unwanted physical contact such as 50

patting, pinching, “friendly” arms around the shoulder or intentionally brushing against another person’s body; 6. Other: Conduct or behavior of a sexual nature deemed inappropriate by College employee and/ or student.

Reporting For reporting sexual misconduct incidents, different people on campus have different reporting responsibilities and different abilities to maintain confidentiality, depending on their roles at the College.

To Report Confidentially: If one desires that details of the incident be kept confidential, they should speak with the on-campus mental health counselor, campus health service providers, off campus rape crisis resources or members of the clergy who can maintain confidentiality.

Non-confidential reporting: You are encouraged to speak to officials of the institution to make formal reports of incidents. All full-time faculty and professional staff are mandatory reporters. Notice to them is official notice to the institution. All reports of sexual misconduct will be taken seriously by the institution when formally reported, and those incidents will be investigated and resolved through administrative procedures. Formal reporting means that only people who need to know will be told and information will be shared only as necessary with investigators, witnesses, and the accused individual.

Risk Reduction Tips • If you have limits, make them known as early as possible.

• Tell a sexual aggressor “NO” clearly and firmly.

• Try to remove yourself from the physical presence of a sexual aggressor.

• Find someone nearby and ask for help.

• Take affirmative responsibility for your alcohol intake/drug use and acknowledge that alcohol/drugs lower your sexual inhibitions.

• Take care of your friends and ask that they take care of you.

Reduce your risk for being accused of sexual misconduct: • Clearly communicate your intentions to your sexual partner and give them a chance to clearly relate their intentions to you.

• Understand and respect personal boundaries.

• DON’T MAKE ASSUMPTIONS about consent; if there are any questions or ambiguity then you DO NOT have consent.

• Mixed messages from your partner are a clear indication that you should stop.

• Don’t take advantage of someone’s drunkenness or drugged state, even if they did it to themselves.

• Realize that your potential partner could be intimidated or fearful. You may have a power advantage simply because of your gender or size.

• Understand that consent to some form of sexual behavior does not imply consent to any other forms of sexual behavior.

• Silence and passivity CANNOT be interpreted as consent. Pay attention to verbal and non-verbal communication and body language.

Please visit the Title IX Coordinator for the entire policy on Sexual Respect and Title IX. Title IX Coordinator Kim Reynolds Vice President of Student Affairs and Advancement Cloud County Community College (785) 243-1435 kreynolds@cloud.edu 51

Registered Sex Offenders Enrolled at Cloud Any individual considered a sex offender by the federal or state judicial system is required to register this status with the College when he/she is enrolled. Failure to register with the College will subject the student to disciplinary action which may include probation, suspension or expulsion from school.

A copy of the documentation is kept in the Vice President for Student Affairs and Advancement.

Any faculty member, activity sponsor or the Coordinator of Residence Life who has a registered sex offender enrolled in his/her classes, residence halls, or activities will be notified by confidential mail.

This information must not be released from the faculty, activity sponsor or Coordinator of Residence Life to anyone. Should faculty members or activity sponsors have any questions about the student, he/she should contact the Vice President of Student Affairs and Advancement. A list of registered sex offenders in a community is kept on file with the local police department. The website address for Registered Sex Offenders in Kansas is https://www.accesskansas. org/registered-offender/index. html (Rev. 7/07)

Student Privacy Rights (FERPA) (Institutional Policy E5) Release of Student Information Policy In compliance with Section 438 of the “General Education Provisions Act” (as amended) entitled “Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974” (FERPA) the following constitutes the institution’s policy on providing appropriate access to personal records, while protecting their confidentiality.

Cloud County Community College accords all the rights under the law to students. Those rights are: 1) the right to inspect and review the student’s education records; 2) the right to request the amendment of the student’s education records to ensure that they are not inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy or other rights; 3) the right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent; 4) the right to file with the U.S. Department of Education a complaint concerning alleged failures by Cloud County Community College to comply with the requirements of FERPA; and 5) the right to obtain a copy of Cloud County Community College’s student records policy.

Students will be notified of their FERPA rights by publication in the Student Handbook and consumer information with the Financial Aid Office.

Definitions For the purposes of this policy, Cloud County Community College uses the following definitions: Student - any person who attends or has attended Cloud County Community College.

Education records - any record (in handwriting, print, tapes, film, or other medium) maintained by Cloud County Community College or an agent of the College, which is directly related to the student except: 1. Files retained by individuals which are not accessible to any other person except a faculty/staff member.

2. An employment record of an individual whose employment is not contingent upon the fact that he/she is a student, provided the record is used only in relation to the individual’s employment.

3. Records maintained by the Student Health Service if the records are used only for treatment of a student and made available only to those persons providing the treatment.

4. Alumni records which contain information about a student after he/she is no longer in attendance at Cloud County Community College and which do not relate to the person as a student.

Procedure to Inspect Education Records Students may inspect and review their education records upon request to the appropriate record custodian. Students should submit to the record custodian or an appropriate College staff person a 52

written request which identities as precisely as possible the record or records he or she wishes to inspect.

The College Registrar or an appropriate College staff person will make the needed arrangements for access as promptly as possible and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. Access must be given in 30 days or less from the receipt of the request.

When a record contains information about more than one student, the student may inspect and review only the records which relate to him/her.

The student may request and receive interpretation of his/her record from the person (or designee) responsible for the maintenance of the record.

The student may obtain copies of his/her educational records upon written request, for which the College may charge the current copying charge per page. This does not entitle a student to an official transcript, for which there is a higher charge and which will be withheld if the person owes the College money or property.

Right of College to Refuse Access Cloud County Community College reserves the right to refuse a student access to inspect the following records: 1. The financial statement of the student’s parents 2. Letters and statements of recommendation for which the student has waived his or her right of access, or which were placed in file before January 1, 1975.

Waivers are subject to the following conditions: a. Waivers can be signed only for the specific purposes of application for admission, candidacy for honor or honorary recognition (including financial aid based in part on merit), and candidacy for employment. b. Waivers cannot be required. c. The student shall be told, upon request, the names of those supplying references.

3. Those records which are excluded from the FERPA definition of education records.

Disclosure of Education Records Cloud County Community College will disclose information from a student’s education records only with the written consent of the student, except: 1. To school officials who have a legitimate educational interest in the records. These members include personnel in the offices of Admissions, Student Records, Business Office, IT, Financial Aid, Career Services, Online & Outreach Education, Institutional Research & Effectiveness, Library, Ad visement Center, Foundation Office, Athletic Department, College deans, and other administrative and academic personnel within the limitation of their need-to-know. Legitimate educational interests means: a) the information or records requested is (are) relevant and necessary to accomplishment of some task or determination; and b) the task or determination is an employment responsibility for the inquirer or is a properly assigned subject matter for the inquirer’s employment responsibility.

2. To certain officials of the U.S. Department of Education, the Comptroller General, and state and local educational authorities, in connection with certain state or federally supported education programs.

3. In connection with a student’s request for or receipt of financial aid, as necessary to determine the eligibility, amount or conditions of the financial aid, or to enforce the terms and conditions of the aid.

4. If required by a state law requiring disclosure that was adopted before November 19, 1974.

5. To organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the College.

6. To accrediting organizations to carry out their functions.

7. To parents of an eligible student who claim the student as a dependent for income tax purposes.

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b. enclose a copy of the first page of their last tax year’s federal income tax return.

The same documents must be submitted each time a grade report is desired.

8. To comply with a judicial order or a lawfully issued subpoena.

9. To appropriate parties in a health or safety emergency defined by the following considerations: a. The seriousness of the threat to health or safety. b. The need for access to the record in meeting the emergency. c. Whether the person requesting the records is in a position to deal with the emergency. d. The extent to which time is of the essence in dealing with the emergency.

10. To an alleged victim of any crime of violence, of the results of any institutional disciplinary proceeding against the alleged perpetrator of that crime with respect to that crime.

11. Social security number and student status data may be provided to other State of Kansas agencies for use in detection of fradulent or illegal claims against state monies.

12. At its discretion, the College may provide Directory Information to anyone in accordance with the provisions of the Act. Record of Requests for Disclosure Cloud County Community College will maintain a record of all requests for and/or disclosure of information from a student’s education records. The record will indicate the name of the party making the request, any additional party to whom it may be re-disclosed, and the legitimate interest the party had in requesting or obtaining the information. The record is open only to the student and the person in charge of the record.

Directory Information Directory Information is limited to: • Name • Address(es) • Telephone number(s) • Email address(es) • Dates of attendance • Classification (freshman, sophomore, etc.)

• Enrollment status (full-time, half-time, etc.)

• Class type (day, evening, etc.)

• Previous institution(s) attended • Major field(s) of study • Awards, honors (includes President’s Honor Roll) • Degrees conferred (including dates) • Past and present participation in officially recognized sports and activities • Physical factors (height, weight of athletes) Students may withhold free disclosure of Directory Information (on all or none basis) to non-institutional persons or organizations. Students have the option to protect their privacy and not have such information as address and telephone number released. A written request to withhold this information should be submitted to the Office of Student Records. Otherwise, the College assumes that you approve of disclosure of that information. Requests will be honored for only one academic year; therefore, requests to withhold Directory Information must be filed annually.

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CAMPUS SAFETY & SECURITY

Students Right to Know

All students attending Cloud County Community College are required to conform to ordinary and usually accepted social customs and to conduct themselves at all times in a manner befitting of a college student. Each student assumes an obligation to obey all rules and regulations made by the College and to conform to all local, state and federal laws. Infractions of College rules and regulations will be subject to disciplinary action based upon guidelines established in the College Student Code of Conduct. Violations of civil and criminal law will be reported to the appropriate law enforcement agency. Persons experiencing or witnessing a crime should report the incident immediately to local law enforcement by calling 911. For information concerning Cloud County Community College’s crime statistics and security policies contact the Director of Auxiliary Services, Janet Eubanks, 785-243-1435 Ext. 342.

Campus Security

Cloud County Community College adheres to the Campus Security Act (Public Law 101 - 542).

Current statistics are available upon request from the Campus Security Office. In compliance with the Campus Sex Crime Prevention Act, information concerning registered sex offenders within the community can be obtained at: www.accessKansas.org/kbi/ro.shtml.

Timely Warnings

In the event that a situation arises, either on or off campus, that, in the judgment of the Vice President for Administrative Affairs, constitutes an ongoing or continuing threat, a campus wide “timely warning” will be issued. The warning will be issued through the college email system to students, faculty, and staff and the emergency notification system.

Depending on the particular circumstances of the situation, especially in all situations that could pose an immediate threat to the community and individuals, the Vice President for Administrative Services may also post a notice on the campus web site at www.cloud.edu. In such instances, a copy of the notice is also posted in each residence life building. The web site is immediately accessible via computer by all faculty, staff and students. Anyone with information warranting a timely warning should report the circumstances to the Vice President for Administrative Affairs by phone (785-243-1435 x 204) or in person at the CCCC Business Office.

Campus Security Report

AVAILABILITY OF ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT A copy of Cloud County Community College’s Annual Security report can be obtained by contacting Janet Eubanks, Director of Auxiliary Services or by accessing the following website: www.cloud.edu/ students/safety/index This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus, in certain off-campus buildings, on property owned or controlled by Cloud County Community College, and on public property within or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.It also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and safety.

Criminal Offenses

Criminal Offenses - On Campus

2012

2013

Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter 0 0 Negligent manslaughter 0 0 Forcible sex offenses 0 1 Rape

Fondling Nonforcible sex offenses 0 0 Incest

Statutory Rape Robbery 0 0 Aggravated assault 0 0 Burglary 7 0 Motor vehicle theft 0 0 Arson 0 0

2014 0 0 0 1 0 0 0

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Criminal Offenses - On Campus Student Housing

2012

2013

2014

Criminal Offenses - Noncampus

2012

2013

2014

Criminal Offenses - Public Property

2012

2013

2014

2012

2013

Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 Negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 Sex offenses - forcible 0 1 Rape 1 Fondling 0 Non-forcible sex offenses 0 0 Incest 0 Statutory Rape 0 Robbery 0 0 0 Aggravated assault 0 0 0 Burglary 6 0 1 Motor vehicle theft 0 0 0 Arson 0 0 0 Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 Negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 Sex offenses - forcible 0 0 Rape 0 Fondling 0 Non-forcible sex offenses 0 0 Incest 0 Statutory rape 0 Robbery 0 0 0 Aggravated assault 0 0 0 Burglary 0 0 0 Motor vehicle theft 0 0 0 Arson 0 0 0

Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 Negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 Sex offenses - forcible 0 0 Rape 0 Fondling 0 Non-forcible sex offenses 0 0 Incest 0 Statutory rape 0 Robbery 0 0 0 Aggravated assault 0 0 0 Burglary 0 0 0 Motor vehicle theft 0 0 0 Arson

Hate Crimes

Hate Crimes - On Campus

2014

Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 Sex offenses - forcible 0 0 0 Rape 0 Fondling 0 Sex offenses - non-forcible 0 0 0 Incest 0 Statutory Rape 0 Robbery 0 0 0 Aggravated assault 0 0 0 Burglary 0 0 0 Motor vehicle theft 0 0 0 Arson 0 0 0 Simple assault 0 0 0 Larceny-theft 0 0 0 Intimidation 0 0 0 Destruction/damage/vandalism of property 0 0 0

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Hate Crimes -On Campus Student Housing

2012

2013

2014

Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 Sex offenses - forcible 0 0 0 Rape 0 Fondling 0 Sex offenses - non-forcible 0 0 0 Incest 0 Statutory Rape 0 Robbery 0 0 0 Aggravated assault 0 0 0 Burglary 0 0 0 Motor vehicle theft 0 0 0 Arson 0 0 0 Simple assault 0 0 0 Larceny-theft 0 0 0 Intimidation 0 0 0 Destruction/damage/vandalism of property 0 0 0

Hate Crimes - Noncampus

2012

2013

2014

Hate Crimes - Public Property

2012

2013

2014

Arrests - On Campus

2012

2013

2014

Arrests - On Campus Student Housing

2012

2013

2014

Arrests - Noncampus

2012

2013

2014

Arrests - Public Property

2012

2013

2014

Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 Sex offenses - forcible 0 0 0 Rape 0 Fondling 0 Sex offenses - non-forcible 0 0 0 Incest 0 Statutory Rape 0 Robbery 0 0 0 Aggravated assault 0 0 0 Burglary 0 0 0 Motor vehicle theft 0 0 0 Arson 0 0 0 Simple assault 0 0 0

Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 Sex offenses - forcible 0 0 0 Rape 0 Fondling 0 Sex offenses - non-forcible 0 0 0 Incest 0 Statutory Rape 0 Robbery 0 0 0 Aggravated assault 0 0 0 Burglary 0 0 0 Motor vehicle theft 0 0 0 Arson 0 0 0 Simple assault 0 0 0 Larceny-theft 0 0 0 Intimidation 0 0 0 Destruction/damage/vandalism of property 0 0 0

Arrests

Weapons: carrying, possessing, etc.

Drug law violations Liquor law violations

Weapons: carrying, possessing, etc.

Drug law violations Liquor law violations

Weapons: carrying, possessing, etc.

Drug law violations Liquor law violations

Weapons: carrying, possessing, etc.

Drug law violations Liquor law violations

0 1 0

0 1 0

0 0 0

0 0 0

0 2 3

0 2 3

0 0 0

0 0 2

1 2 0

1 2 0

0 0 0

0 0 0

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Disciplinary Actions

Disciplinary Actions-On Campus

2012

2013

2014

Disciplinary Actions-On Campus Student Housing

2012

2013

2014

Disciplinary Actions-Noncampus

2012

2013

2014

Disciplinary Actions- Public Property

2012

2013

2014

Weapons: carrying, possessing, etc.

Drug law violations Liquor law violations Weapons: carrying, possessing, etc.

Drug law violations Liquor law violations Weapons: carrying, possessing, etc.

Drug law violations Liquor law violations Weapons: carrying, possessing, etc.

Drug law violations Liquor law violations

0 7 55

0 6 51

0 0 0

0 0 0

0 4 49

0 4 49 0 0 0 0 0 0

1 4 41 1 4 41 0 0 0 0 0 0

Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Offenses Total Occurences – On Campus

2012

2013

2014

On Campus Student Housing Facilities

2012

2013

2014

Total Occurences – Noncampus

2012

2013

2014

Total Occurences – Public Property

2012

2013

2014

Domestic Violence 0 Dating Violence 1 Stalking 0 Domestic Violence 0 Dating Violence 1 Stalking 0 Domestic Violence 0 Dating Violence 0 Stalking 0 Domestic Violence 0 Dating Violence 0 Stalking 0

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Summary of Fires

For a copy of the Cloud County Community College campus security reports go to the following website: http://www.cloud.edu/Students/Safety/crime-statistics/index Institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault and other matters, can be obtained by contacting the Director of Auxiliary Services or by accessing the following website: http://www.cloud.edu/Students/Safety/policies-and-documentation/index

Emergency Procedures

THOSE USING FACILITIES OF CLOUD COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE ARE STRONGLY ENCOURAGED TO REVIEW THIS EMERGENCY PROCEDURE INFORMATION PRIOR TO YOUR EVENT. WE ALSO ADVISE THAT YOU TAKE TIME TO IDENTIFY WHERE THE SHELTERS ARE LOCATED BEFORE YOUR EVENT BEGINS. IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE ALL EVENT PARTICIPANTS ARE MADE AWARE OF THIS INFORMATION. If you need assistance outside of regular college hours (after 5 pm or on weekends), call Security at 785-2436646.

Emergency Notification Procedure When alarms are sounded or crisis conditions arise, you are instructed to move to the designated safe area or to remain in the classroom until the crisis has passed. If you leave the room, take as many of your personal belongings as time permits.Cell phones and other electronic devices are only to be used once you arrive in the safe area.

Fire Evacuation Please take a few minutes to identify the emergency exits closest to you. In the event of a fire, proceed to the nearest exit and leave the building. Please take personal belongings with you and do NOT use elevators.

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Tornado/Severe Storm Procedure Gymnasium: In the event of a tornado warning, you are advised to take shelter immediately in the best available shelters located in the locker rooms and Classrooms 231, 232, and 233. Please take personal belongings with you AND remain in the shelter areas until the “all clear” is announced by a college official.

Cafeteria: In the event of a tornado warning, you are advised to take shelter immediately in the best available shelters located in the Music Room 100 or restrooms in the Student Union area.

Please take personal belongings with you AND remain in the shelter areas until the “all clear” is announced by a college official.

Cook Theatre: In the event of a tornado warning, you are advised to take shelter immediately in the best available shelters located in the locker rooms by the gym area men’s restrooms. Please take personal belongings with you AND remain in the shelter areas until the “all clear” is announced by a college official.

Conference Room: In the event of a tornado warning, you are advised to take shelter immediately in the best available shelters located in the Music Room 100 or restrooms in the Student Union area. Please take personal belongings with you AND remain in the shelter areas until the “all clear” is announced by a college official.

ROOMS 255-259: In the event of a tornado warning, you are advised to take shelter immediately in the best available shelters located in the Music Room 10 or restrooms in the Student Union area.

Please take personal belongings with you AND remain in the shelter areas until the “all clear” is announced by a college official.

Best Available Storm Shelters: CONCORDIA CAMPUS Lower Level (Student Union Area)

• Music Room 100

• Restrooms

• Men’s Locker Room • Men’s Restroom • Women’s Locker Room • Women’s Restroom

• Athletic Training Room • Computer Labs (Rooms 231, 232, 233) • President’s Office

• Interior Restrooms • Interior Hallways

• Rooms 102 and 103 at the strip mall location • Bathrooms, storage room and Small Hallway at the hangar location

Middle Level

Tech East and Tech West

• Nursing Offices • Nursing Simulation Lab

Wind Energy Technology Facility GEARY COUNTY CAMPUS • Interior Restrooms

• Interior Hallways

Note: Stay away from windows and exterior doors. Always avoid the GYMNASIUM.

Inclement Weather Procedures

In case of extremely severe weather, the college may close or classes may be cancelled. Access to cancellation information varies based on course location. Local radio and TV stations are notified, information is posted on the college website: www.cloud.edu, and messages are available through the phone system 785-243-1435 or 800-729-5101. The college emergency notification system will notify subscribers of Concordia and Geary campuses cancellations. Contact the class location directly for outreach information. The following radio and TV stations will be notified: KNCK

1390 AM

Concordia

KCLY

100.9 FM

Clay Center

KREP

92.1 FM

Belleville

KHCD

89.5 FM

Hutchinson

KVSV

1190 AM

Beloit

KSAL

1150 AM

Salina

WIBW (TV)

Chan. 13

Topeka

KWCH (TV)

Chan. 12

Wichita

KOLN (TV)

Chan. 10

Lincoln, NE

KSNT (TV)

Chan. 27/49

Topeka

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For Concordia on-campus classes beginning 9:30 am or later, students should call the switchboard at (785)243-1435 or 1-800-729-5101. Course cancellation of night, off-campus and classes beginning before 9:30 am are handled by individual course instructors. For classes at GCC, students may call (785)238-8010. If the College closes because of weather, that information will also be posted on www.cancellations.com.

Emergency Text Messaging

Cloud County Community College has partnered with Regroup to provide a broad based emergency notification system for Cloud students, faculty and staff. Emergency messages can be delivered in many different ways: email, text message/SMS, voice broadcast, website, RSS, pagers, mobile devices, and social media like Facebook and Twitter. Each student, staff and faculty member will be automatically enrolled in the system and will have the option to choose what format they would like to receive messages. For more information contact Janet Eubanks, Dir. of Auxiliary Services at ext. 342 or on her cell 785.614.5201.

Emergency Numbers Police/Sheriff

911

Fire

911

Ambulance

911

Non-Emergency Numbers

Law Enforcement

Cloud County Sheriff

785-243-3636

Concordia

785-243-3131

Fire 785-243-4411

Hospitals

Cloud County Health Center 1100 Highland Drive (Concordia) 785-243-1234 www.cchc.com

Geary Community Hospital 1102 St. Mary’s Rd. (Junction City) 785-238-4131 www.gkhks.org

Health Department

Cloud County Health Department 1010 3rd Ave. (Concordia) 785-243-8140

Geary County Health Department 1212 W. Ash St. (Junction City) 785-762-5788

Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

Kansas Crisis Hotline 1-888-END-ABUSE (363-2287) www.kcsdv.org/ksresources.html

Federal Bureau of Investigation (Wichita)

1-316-262-0031 www.fbi.gov

Kansas Bureau of Investigation

785-296-8200 www.accesskansas.org/kbi/

Pawnee Mental Health Crisis Hotline (Concordia)

785-243-8900 http://pawnee.org EMERGENCY HOTLINE: 1.800.609.2002

Poison Help Hotline

1-800-222-1222 http://www.1-800-222-1222.info/poisonhelp.asp

Suicide Prevention Hotline

1-800-SUICIDE (784-2433) www.hopeline.com

Road and Weather Conditions

Kansas Road Conditions 866-511-KDOT (511-5368) 511 (cell phones) http://511.ksdot.org/KanRoadPublic_VE/Default.aspx

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INDEX OF CONTENT Academic Calendar................................................................................................................................................2-3 Academic Due Process............................................................................................................................................. 9 Academic Integrity and Honesty........................................................................................................................ 10, 41 Academic Regulations..........................................................................................................................................4-14 Academic Probation and Suspension.....................................................................................................................6-7 Accommodation for Disability..................................................................................................................12-13, 28-29 Accommodation Due Process........................................................................................................................9, 29-30 Accreditation.............................................................................................................................................................. 4 Add Procedure........................................................................................................................................................... 5 Admissions.............................................................................................................................................................. 28 Adult Education Program......................................................................................................................................... 28 Administrative Drop & Withdrawal Procedures...................................................................................................13-14 Advisement Center.............................................................................................................................................30-31 Alcohol and Controlled Substances......................................................................................................................... 41 Articulation Agreements............................................................................................................................................. 9 Assessment of Student Learning........................................................................................................................ 10-11 Athletics................................................................................................................................................................... 34 Athletic Scholarships............................................................................................................................................... 27 Assault & Battery..................................................................................................................................................... 41 Assembly................................................................................................................................................................. 41 Attendance.............................................................................................................................................................. 10 Availability of Annual Security Report...................................................................................................................... 53 Bookstore................................................................................................................................................................ 31 Bookstore Policy & Guidelines...........................................................................................................................31-32 Bullying, Discrimination, or Harrassment................................................................................................................. 42 Business Office...................................................................................................................................................15-16 Campus Crime Statistics....................................................................................................................................53-56 Campus Safety and Security..............................................................................................................................53-57 Career and Transfer Center..................................................................................................................................... 32 Cheating.................................................................................................................................................................... 9 Checking Account Balance...................................................................................................................................... 16 Children’s Center..................................................................................................................................................... 32 CLEP, ACT, DANTES................................................................................................................................................ 8 Computer/Campus Computing System..............................................................................................................41-42 Concurrent Enrollment............................................................................................................................................... 9 Contracts................................................................................................................................................................. 42 Cooperative Education............................................................................................................................................ 32 Counseling..........................................................................................................................................................33-34 Counterfeiting.......................................................................................................................................................... 42 Course Transfer....................................................................................................................................................... 11 Credit by Examination............................................................................................................................................... 8 Credit for Prior Learning............................................................................................................................................ 8 Degrees..................................................................................................................................................................... 4 Directory Information............................................................................................................................................... 52 Disciplinary Records................................................................................................................................................ 46 Disruptive Behavior................................................................................................................................................. 42 Drug and Alcohol Abuse Information....................................................................................................................... 34 Dumping and Littering............................................................................................................................................. 42 Electronic Devices................................................................................................................................................... 42 Emergency Procedures......................................................................................................................................57-58 Emergency Notification Procedure.......................................................................................................................... 57 Emergency Numbers............................................................................................................................................... 59 Emergency Text Messaging.................................................................................................................................... 59 Enrollment and Withdrawal........................................................................................................................................ 5 FACTS Payment Plan.............................................................................................................................................. 16 False Information..................................................................................................................................................... 42 Fees......................................................................................................................................................................... 15 Federal Direct Loan Program.............................................................................................................................20-21 Federal Financial Aid..........................................................................................................................................18-26 Federal Financial Aid Refund Information............................................................................................................... 21 Federal Pell Grant................................................................................................................................................... 19 Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant............................................................................................19 Federal Work Study............................................................................................................................................19-20 FERPA................................................................................................................................................................50-52 Final Examinations.................................................................................................................................................. 10 Financial Information..........................................................................................................................................15-27

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Fire Evacuation Procedures.................................................................................................................................... 57 Fitness Center....................................................................................................................................................32-33 Food Service on the Concordia campus................................................................................................................. 33 Formal Complaint Process.................................................................................................................................46-48 Foundation Scholarships......................................................................................................................................... 27 Gambling................................................................................................................................................................. 42 GED program.......................................................................................................................................................... 28 Grading System......................................................................................................................................................5-6 Graduation..............................................................................................................................................................7-8 Guaranteed Course Transfer.............................................................................................................................. 11-12 Falsification................................................................................................................................................................ 9 Hava Java Coffee Shop........................................................................................................................................... 33 Hazing..................................................................................................................................................................... 43 Health Services..................................................................................................................................................33-34 Honor Graduate......................................................................................................................................................... 8 Honor Roll.................................................................................................................................................................. 8 Inclement Weather Procedures..........................................................................................................................58-59 Interference............................................................................................................................................................. 43 Intramurals............................................................................................................................................................... 34 Leave of Absence.................................................................................................................................................... 10 Liability Statement................................................................................................................................................... 35 Library...................................................................................................................................................................... 35 Military Credit............................................................................................................................................................. 8 Military Education Benefits...................................................................................................................................... 27 Occupational Certificate............................................................................................................................................ 4 Parking...............................................................................................................................................................35-36 Payment of Tuition & Fees.................................................................................................................................15-17 Phi Theta Kappa...................................................................................................................................................... 38 Plagiarism.................................................................................................................................................................. 9 Records on Hold...................................................................................................................................................... 11 Refund Payment Policy..................................................................................................................................... 17, 21 Refund Procedures.............................................................................................................................................17-18 Renewal of Academic Scholarships........................................................................................................................ 26 Residence Life......................................................................................................................................................... 36 Residency Requirements...................................................................................................................................36-37 Reverse Transfer..................................................................................................................................................... 12 SAFE T-Birds Program............................................................................................................................................ 37 Satisfactory Academic Progress................................................................................................................................ 6 Scholarships (Instiutional)..................................................................................................................................26-27 Sexual Misconduct Procedures..........................................................................................................................48-50 SNAP (Special Needs Accommodation Planning)................................................................................................... 29 Storm Shelters......................................................................................................................................................... 58 Student Classification.............................................................................................................................................4-5 Student Clubs and Organizations.......................................................................................................................37-38 Student Code of Conduct...................................................................................................................................41-46 Student Educational Records - Rights of Privacy.................................................................................................... 52 Student Media......................................................................................................................................................... 39 Student Retention Services..................................................................................................................................... 38 Student’s Right to Know.......................................................................................................................................... 53 Student Success Center.....................................................................................................................................38-39 Student Union.......................................................................................................................................................... 39 Substance Abuse & Health Issues.......................................................................................................................... 39 T-Bird Login............................................................................................................................................................. 39 Theft/Vandalism....................................................................................................................................................... 43 Thunderville............................................................................................................................................................. 39 Timely Warnings...................................................................................................................................................... 53 Tobacco Use............................................................................................................................................................ 43 Transcripts............................................................................................................................................................... 11 Transferability..................................................................................................................................................... 11-12 TRiO - Student Support Services.......................................................................................................................39-40 Tuition and Fees.................................................................................................................................................15-16 Unauthorized Collaboration....................................................................................................................................... 9 Vehicle Rules and Regulations...........................................................................................................................35-36 Veteran’s Services................................................................................................................................................... 40 Weapons................................................................................................................................................................. 43

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August 15 - August 21, 2016

15 MONDAY

16 TUESDAY

17

WEDNESDAY

64

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

CC

• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

18

THURSDAY

19 FRIDAY

20

SATURDAY

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS • FACULTY CONTRACT DAY • STUDENT SERVICES DAY - Geary County Campus, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm and 2 - 5:30 pm, Admin Building

CC • FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

• Campus Housing Move In - Concordia 9 am - 6 pm • Parent/Family Reception - Concordia T-Bird Cafe • Playfair Student Activity- Concordia 7 pm, Gymnasium • August Star Party - Concordia 8:30 pm-10:30 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

21 SUNDAY

• Campus Housing Move In - Concordia 10 am - 12 pm • NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION - Concordia 1 pm - 5 pm, Cook Theatre • Mandatory Housing Meeting - Concordia 7 pm, Cook Theatre

65

August 22- August 28, 2016

22 MONDAY

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY • NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION - Concordia 9 am - 12 pm • STUDENT SERVICES DAY - Concordia 1:30 - 3:30 pm • NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION - Geary County Campus • Work Study Training I - eligible 6 pm students only, 1:30-2:30 pm, Rm 259 • Work Study Training II eligible students only , 2:30-3:30 pm, Rm 259

• VB vs Kansas Wesleyan JV - Concordia, 6:30 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

23 TUESDAY

• Canvas Workshops - 11 am & 5 pm, GCC • College Skills Group Meeting #1

24

WEDNESDAY

• Canvas Workshops - 11 am & 5 pm, GCC

Last day to drop a Fall 2016 (1st 8-wk) class for 100% refund

66

CC

WEEK OF WELCOME ACTIVITIES THROUGH SEPT. 2 WATCH FOR DETAILS!

• FALL 2016 CLASSES BEGIN All locations (including 1st 8-wk session at GCC)

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

25

THURSDAY

26 FRIDAY

CC

• SOCCER vs Central Nebraska - Concordia, 4 p.m., Soccer Field Last day to drop a Fall 2016 (1st 8-wk) class for 50% refund

27

SATURDAY

28 SUNDAY

67

August 29- September 4, 2016 MONDAY

29

• College Skills Group Meeting #2

Last day to drop a Fall 2015 (16-wk) class for 100% refund

30 TUESDAY

• Tuesday Treats - GCC

31

WEDNESDAY

• Watermelon Wednesday GCC

68

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

1

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

• Welcome Back BBQ, 4 pm6:30 pm - GCC

2

FRIDAY

Last day to drop a Fall 2016 (1st 8-wk) class for 25% refund

3

SATURDAY

CC 4

SUNDAY

69

September 5- September 11, 2016

5

MONDAY

6

TUESDAY

Degree Planning Sessions at GCC today through 9/16

Last day to drop a Fall 2016 (16-wk) class for 50% refund

7

WEDNESDAY

• Phi Theta Kappa C4 Pledge - 11 am - 1 pm, Student Union Concordia

70

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

• LABOR DAY - COLLEGE CLOSED - NO CLASSES (All locations)

CC

8

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

9

FRIDAY

• SOCCER vs Barton County CC - Concordia, 3 p.m., Soccer Field

10

SATURDAY

CC 11 SUNDAY

71

September 12- September 18, 2016

12 MONDAY

• VB vs Seward CC Concordia, 6:30 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

13

TUESDAY

• College Skills Group Meeting #3

14

WEDNESDAY

• VB vs Heston CC Concordia, 6:30 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

72

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

15

THURSDAY

CC

• SOCCER vs Garden City CC - Concordia, 3 pm, Soccer Field

16 FRIDAY

• Constitution Day - GCC

17

SATURDAY

•September Star Party - Concordia 8 pm- 10 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

18 SUNDAY

• SOCCER vs Northern Oklahoma - Tonkawa Concordia, 2 pm, Soccer Field

73

September 19- September 25, 2016

Go places.

19 MONDAY

20 TUESDAY

21

WEDNESDAY

• Ice Cream Sundaes on Campus, 11 am-12 pm & 4:30-5:30 pm, GCC • VB vs Barton County CC - Concordia, 6:30 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium Last day to drop a Fall 2016 (16-wk) class for 25% refund

74

CC

• ALL FACULTY/STAFF FALL INSERVICE NO DAY CLASSES.

• SOCCER vs Dodge City CC - Concordia, 4 pm, Soccer Field

Be a T-Bird!

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

22

THURSDAY

23 FRIDAY

24

SATURDAY

CC

• Concordia Fall Fest, dowtown Concordia

25 SUNDAY

• VB vs Colby CC Concordia, 2 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

75

September 26- October 2, 2016

26 MONDAY

27 TUESDAY

28

WEDNESDAY

76

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

29

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

30 FRIDAY

1

SATURDAY

• VB vs Butler CC Concordia, 2 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

CC 2

SUNDAY

• Foundation Scholarship Reception, 1 pm - at Concordia

77

October 3 - October 9, 2016

3

MONDAY

4

TUESDAY

5

WEDNESDAY

78

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

6

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

• Phi Theta Kappa Fall Induction ceremony, 6 pm, GCC

7

FRIDAY

•Financial Aid Refund Day

8

SATURDAY

CC 9

SUNDAY

79

October 10- October 16, 2016

10

Go places.

MONDAY

• VB vs Pratt CC Concordia, 6:30 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

11

TUESDAY

• SOCCER vs Northwest Tech - Concordia, 4 pm, Soccer Field

12

WEDNESDAY

80

Be a T-Bird!

•Mid-Term Exams - all 16-week classes

CC

•Mid-Term Exams - all 16-week classes

•Mid-Term Exams - all 16-week classes •1st 8-week session classes END

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

13

THURSDAY •Mid-Term Exams - all 16-week classes • NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION (2nd 8-wk) - Geary County Campus 6 pm

• College Skills Group Meeting #3

• CCCC Choirs Concert, 7 pm - Concordia - Cook Theatre

14 FRIDAY

15

SATURDAY

CC 16 SUNDAY

• SOCCER vs Hesston Concordia, 3 pm, Soccer Field

81

October 17- October 23, 2016

17 MONDAY

Be a T-Bird!

•2nd 8-week session classes BEGIN

18 TUESDAY

Last day to drop a Fall 2016 (2nd 8-wk) class for 100% refund

19

WEDNESDAY

• SOCCER vs Pratt CC Concordia, 4 pm, Soccer Field

82

Go places.

CC

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

20

THURSDAY

Last day to drop a Fall 2016 (2nd 8-wk) class for 50% refund

21 FRIDAY

•Financial Aid, Refund Day

(Single Term 2nd Half)

22

SATURDAY

CC

•October Star Party - Concordia 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

23 SUNDAY

83

October 24- October 30, 2016

24 MONDAY

Be a T-Bird!

HORROR WEEK begins today! Be on the lookout for student activities happening this week.

• Winter Intersession, Spring 2017 & Summer 2017 Enrollment BEGINS,

all students - GCC; sophomores only - Concordia

• VB vs Hutchinson CC Concordia, 6:30 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

25 TUESDAY

26

WEDNESDAY

• VB vs Garden City CC Concordia, 6:30 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

84

Go places.

CC

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS THURSDAY

27

• VB vs Dodge City CC Concordia, 6:30 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium • COOK LECTURE SERIES EVENT, “The Last Warning,” a silent horror film, 7:30 p.m., Brown Grand Theatre • Pumpkin Carving Contest - GCC - Submit entries now through Oct. 31

FRIDAY

28

29

SATURDAY

CC

Last day to drop a Fall 2016 (2nd 8-wk) class for 25% refund

30 SUNDAY

85

October 31- November 6, 2016

31 MONDAY

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

• Pumpkin Carving Contest Judging - GCC - 3 pm • Costume Contest - GCC 9 am - 5:30 pm • Chili Contest - GCC - 11 am • Children’s Trick-or-Treat GCC

1

TUESDAY

CC

• WBB vs Doane College Concordia, 6 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

2

WEDNESDAY

86

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

3

THURSDAY

CC

• MBB vs SE Nebraska Concordia, 7 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

4

FRIDAY

5

SATURDAY

6

SUNDAY

• MBB vs Kansas Wesleyan JV - Concordia, 7 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

87

November 7- November 13, 2016

7

MONDAY

• Winter Intersession, Spring 2017 & Summer 2017 Enrollment BEGINS, freshmen - Concordia

8

• MBB vs Bethany JV Concordia, 7 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

9

WEDNESDAY

• WBB vs York JV - Concordia, 6 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

88

Be a T-Bird!

CC

• WBB vs Kansas Wesleyan JV - Concordia, 6 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

TUESDAY

Go places.

10

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

• Celebrating Service Members - GCC

•Financial Aid, Refund Day (2nd Start classes)

11 FRIDAY

12

SATURDAY

CC

• VETERAN’S DAY- COLLEGE CLOSED - NO CLASSES (All locations)

13 SUNDAY

89

November 14- November 20, 2016

14 MONDAY

15 TUESDAY

16

WEDNESDAY

Be a T-Bird!

CC

• WBB/MBB vs Hutchinson CC, Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

90

Go places.

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

17

THURSDAY

• A “Taste of Culture” Potluck - GCC • Cook Lecture - Tim Riley, Journalist & Author presents “Social Media” - 11 a.m., Cook Theatre, Concordia • Cook Lecture - Tim Riley, Journalist & Author presents “John Lennon: The Man, The Music” - 7:30 p.m., Cook Theatre, Concordia

18 FRIDAY

19

SATURDAY

CC

•November Star Party - Concordia 6 pm- 8 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

20 SUNDAY

91

November 21- November 27, 2016

21 MONDAY

22 TUESDAY

Today is the last day to withdraw from individual Fall 2016 (16-wk) classes

23

WEDNESDAY

92

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

• THANKSGIVING BREAK- COLLEGE CLOSED - NO CLASSES (All locations)

24

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

25 FRIDAY

26

SATURDAY

• THANKSGIVING BREAK- COLLEGE CLOSED - NO CLASSES (All locations)

CC

• THANKSGIVING BREAK- COLLEGE CLOSED - NO CLASSES (All locations)

27 SUNDAY

• WBB/MBB vs Coffeyville CC Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

93

November 28- December 4, 2016

28 MONDAY

• Fine Arts Club Christmas Candy Sales - Today through December 2, GCC

29 TUESDAY

30

WEDNESDAY

• Caroling Party and Ugly Christmas Sweater Day 11 am, GCC

94

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

1

THURSDAY

• Fall Financial Aid Exit Counseling, (For all student loan borrowers leaving Cloud), 2:30 - 4:30 pm, GCC - in Student Services; Concordia - in Library Computer lab Today is the deadline for fall completors to petition to graduate in May

2

FRIDAY

3

SATURDAY

CC

• WBB/MBB vs Colby CC Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

4

SUNDAY

• Concordia Community Chorale Winter Concert, 3 pm - Location TBD •Late Night Breakfast - Concordia 10 pm, T-Bird Cafe

95

December 5- December 11, 2016

5

MONDAY

• CCCC Choirs & Band Concert, 7 pm - Concordia Cook Theatre

6

TUESDAY

7

CC

• FINAL EXAMS (including 2nd 8-wk session at GCC)

• Free Popcorn during Finals - GCC • Fall 2016 Book Buy Back - T-Bird Bookstore, Concordia (8 am-5pm) & GCC (9 am-Noon & 1-6 pm)

96

Be a T-Bird!

• FINAL EXAMS (including 2nd 8-wk session at GCC)

• Free Popcorn during Finals - GCC

WEDNESDAY

Go places.

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

8

THURSDAY

• FINAL EXAMS (including 2nd 8-wk session at GCC)

• Free Popcorn during Finals - GCC

CC

• Fall 2016 Book Buy Back - T-Bird Bookstore, Concordia (8 am-5pm) & GCC (9 am-Noon & 1-6 pm)

9

FRIDAY

• FINAL EXAMS (including 2nd 8-wk session at GCC) • LAST DAY FOR FALL 2015 OUTREACH & 2ND SESSION CLASSES

• Fall 2016 Book Buy Back - T-Bird Bookstore, Concordia (8 am-5pm) & GCC (9 am-Noon & 1-6 pm) • Free Popcorn during Finals - GCC

10

SATURDAY

11 SUNDAY

• WBB/MBB vs Butler CC Concordia, 2/4 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

97

December 12- December 18, 2016

12 MONDAY

13 TUESDAY

14

WEDNESDAY

• Winter Holiday Lunch, All College Employees, Concordia

98

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

CC • FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

15

THURSDAY

16 FRIDAY

17

SATURDAY

• INTERTERM - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

CC • INTERTERM - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

• INTERTERM - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

18 SUNDAY

•December Star Party - Concordia 6 pm- 8 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

99

December 19- December 25, 2016

19 MONDAY

20 TUESDAY

21

WEDNESDAY

100

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

CC

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

22

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

23 FRIDAY

24

SATURDAY

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

CC

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED Concordia & GCC

25 SUNDAY

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED Concordia & GCC

101

December 26- January 1, 2017

26 MONDAY

27 TUESDAY

28

WEDNESDAY

102

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

CC

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

29

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

30 FRIDAY

31

SATURDAY

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

CC

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED Concordia & GCC

1

SUNDAY

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED Concordia & GCC

103

January 2 - January 7, 2017

2

MONDAY

3

TUESDAY

4

WEDNESDAY

Be a T-Bird!

• WINTER BREAK - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

CC

• COLLEGE REOPENS - Concordia & GCC • INTERTERM - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

• INTERTERM - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

• WBB/MBB vs Barton CC Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

104

Go places.

5

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

6

FRIDAY

7

SATURDAY

• INTERTERM - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

CC • INTERTERM - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

• INTERTERM - 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM

8

SUNDAY

105

January 9- January 15, 2017

9

MONDAY

10 TUESDAY

11

WEDNESDAY

Be a T-Bird!

• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

CC

• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY • ADJUNCT FACULTY INSERVICE - Geary County Campus

• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

• WBB/MBB vs Allen CC Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

106

Go places.

12

THURSDAY

13 FRIDAY

14

SATURDAY

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS • FACULTY CONTRACT DAY • STUDENT SERVICES DAY - Geary County Campus 9:30 am - 12:30 pm / 2 pm - 5:30 pm, Admin Building

CC • FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

15 SUNDAY

107

January 16- January 22, 2017

16 MONDAY

• Campus Housing Move In for new students - Concordia 2 pm, Student Union

17 TUESDAY

18

WEDNESDAY

Be a T-Bird!

• MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY - COLLEGE CLOSED - All locations

CC

• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY • STUDENT SERVICES DAY - Concordia 1:30 - 3:30 pm • NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION - Geary County Campus 6 pm

• SPRING 2017 CLASSES BEGIN All locations (including 1st 8-wk session at GCC)

• WBB/MBB vs Dodge City CC Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

108

Go places.

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

19

THURSDAY

Last day to drop a Spring 2017 (1st 8-wk) class for 100% refund

20 FRIDAY

21

SATURDAY

CC

•January Star Party - Concordia 6 pm- 8 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

22 SUNDAY

• Alumni Telefund Begins - Concordia through February 16

109

January 23- January 29, 2017

23 MONDAY

Last day to drop a Spring 2017 (1st 8-wk) class for 50% refund

24 TUESDAY

Last day to drop a Spring 2017 (16-wk) class for 100% refund

25

WEDNESDAY

Be a T-Bird!

CC

• WBB/MBB vs Seward County CC - Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

110

Go places.

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

26

THURSDAY

27 FRIDAY

28

SATURDAY

CC 29 SUNDAY

• WBB/MBB vs Pratt CC Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

111

January 30- February 5, 2017

30 MONDAY

2017 Homecoming Week begins today. Activities will run through 2/4 • Degree Planning Sessions GCC, today through Feb. 10

31 TUESDAY

Last day to drop a Spring 2017 (16-wk) class for 50% refund

1

WEDNESDAY

Today is the deadline for spring completors to petition to graduate in May

112

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

Last day to drop a Spring 2017 (1st 8-wk) class for 25% refund

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

2

THURSDAY

3

FRIDAY

4

SATURDAY

CC

• 2017 Homecoming - Concordia • WBB/MBB vs Neosho County CC - Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

5

SUNDAY

113

February 6- February 12, 2017

6

MONDAY

7

TUESDAY

8

WEDNESDAY

114

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

9

THURSDAY

10 FRIDAY

11

SATURDAY

CC 12 SUNDAY

• WBB/MBB vs Garden City CC - Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

115

February 13- February 19, 2017

13 MONDAY

14 TUESDAY

• Sundaes for Valentine’s Day, 11 am - noon & 4:30-5:30 pm - GCC

Last day to drop a Spring 2017 (16-wk) class for 25% refund

15

WEDNESDAY

116

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

Week of Love Activities today through 2/17 - Concordia

CC

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

16

THURSDAY

• PTK Faculty/Student Research Forum Presentations - GCC

17 FRIDAY

18

SATURDAY

CC

• ALL FACULTY/STAFF SPRING 2017 INSERVICE NO DAY CLASSES.

•February Star Party - Concordia 6:30 pm- 8:30 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

19 SUNDAY

117

February 20- February 26, 2017

20 MONDAY

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

• PRESIDENT’S DAY - COLLEGE CLOSED - All locations

• National FFA Week, February 20-27

21 TUESDAY

22

WEDNESDAY

CC

• WBB/MBB vs Cowley College - Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

118

23

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

• PTK Faculty/Student Research Forum Presentations - GCC

24 FRIDAY

25

SATURDAY

CC 26 SUNDAY

119

February 27- March 5, 2017

27 MONDAY

28 TUESDAY

Today is the last day to DROP a Spring 2017 16-wk class. If you need to drop, speak with an academic advisor.

1

WEDNESDAY

Be a T-Bird!

CC

• Waffle Feed, 8:30-10 am GCC

• WBB/MBB vs Independence CC - Concordia, 6/8 pm, Arley Bryant Gymnasium

120

Go places.

2

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

• PTK Faculty/Student Research Forum Presentations - GCC

3

FRIDAY

•Financial Aid Refund Day

4

SATURDAY

CC 5

SUNDAY

121

March 6- March 12, 2017

Go places.

6

MONDAY

7

TUESDAY

8

WEDNESDAY

122

Be a T-Bird!

CC

• 1ST 8-WEEK SESSION CLASSES END

9

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

• NEW 2ND 8-WEEK STUDENT ORIENTATION - Geary County Campus, 6 pm

• CCCC Choirs Concert, 7 pm - Concordia - Cook Theatre • PTK Faculty/Student Research Forum Presentations - GCC

10 FRIDAY

11

SATURDAY

CC 12 SUNDAY

123

March 13- March 19, 2017

13 MONDAY

14 TUESDAY

Last day to drop a Spring 2017 (2nd 8-wk) class for 100% refund

15

WEDNESDAY

124

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

• MID-TERM EXAMS • 2ND 8-WEEK SESSION CLASSES BEGIN

CC

• MID-TERM EXAMS

• MID-TERM EXAMS

16

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

• PTK Faculty/Student Research Forum Presentations - GCC

Last day to drop a Spring 2017 (2nd 8-wk) class for 50% refund

17 FRIDAY

•Financial Aid, Refund Day

(Single Term 2nd Half)

18

SATURDAY

• MID-TERM EXAMS

CC

•March Star Party - Concordia 8 pm- 10 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

19 SUNDAY

125

March 20- March 26, 2017

20 MONDAY

21 TUESDAY

22

WEDNESDAY

126

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

• SPRING BREAK - NO CLASSES (All locations)

CC

• SPRING BREAK - NO CLASSES (All locations)

• SPRING BREAK - NO CLASSES (All locations)

23

THURSDAY

24 FRIDAY

25

SATURDAY

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS • SPRING BREAK - NO CLASSES (All locations)

CC

• SPRING BREAK - NO CLASSES (All locations)

26 SUNDAY

127

March 27- April 2, 2017

27 MONDAY

28 TUESDAY

29

WEDNESDAY

128

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

30

THURSDAY

• PTK Faculty/Student Research Forum Presentations - GCC

Last day to drop a Spring 2017 (2nd 8-wk) class for 25% refund

31 FRIDAY

1

SATURDAY

CC

• 2017 Annual Scholarship Auction, TBA, Concordia

2

SUNDAY

129

April 3- April 9, 2017

3

MONDAY

• Summer 2017 and Fall 2017 Enrollment BEGINS,Concordia and GCC

4

TUESDAY

5

WEDNESDAY

130

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

6

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

• PTK Faculty/Student Research Forum Presentations - GCC

7

FRIDAY

• High School Art Show, TBA, Concordia • Phi Theta Kappa Spring Induction Ceremony - 6 pm, Cook Theatre - Concordia • PTK Induction Reception 7 pm - Concordia

8

SATURDAY

CC 9

SUNDAY

131

April 10- April 16, 2017

10 MONDAY

• Fine Arts Club Easter Candy Sales, today through 4/14 - GCC

11 TUESDAY

12

WEDNESDAY

132

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

13

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

• Easter Egg Hunt - GCC

•Financial Aid, Refund Day (2nd Start classes)

14 FRIDAY

15

SATURDAY

CC

• GOOD FRIDAY - COLLEGE CLOSED - NO CLASSES (All locations)

16 SUNDAY

133

April 17- April 23, 2017

17 MONDAY

18 TUESDAY

19

WEDNESDAY

134

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

20

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

21 FRIDAY

• Black and Gold Award Banquet, 6 pm - GCC

22

SATURDAY

CC 23 SUNDAY

135

April 24- April 30, 2017

24 MONDAY

• Campus Beautification Day - GCC

25 TUESDAY

26

WEDNESDAY

• Honors Program Student Presentations, 3 pm Concordia

136

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

27

THURSDAY

• Honors Program Student Presentations, 3 pm - GCC • CCCC Choirs, Community Chorale & Band Concert, 7 pm - Concordia - Cook Theatre

28 FRIDAY

29

SATURDAY

CC

•April Star Party - Concordia 6 pm - 10 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

30 SUNDAY

137

May 1- May 7, 2017

1

MONDAY

2

TUESDAY

3

WEDNESDAY

• Spring Financial Aid Exit Counseling, (For all student loan borrowers leaving Cloud), 2:30 - 4:30 pm, GCC - in Student Services; Concordia - in Library Computer lab

138

Go places.

Be a T-Bird!

CC

4

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

• Spring Financial Aid Exit Counseling, (For all student loan borrowers leaving Cloud), 2:30 - 4:30 pm, GCC - in Student Services; Concordia - in Library Computer lab

5

FRIDAY

• Graduate Reception, 6 pm - GCC

6

SATURDAY

CC 7

SUNDAY

•Late Night Breakfast - Concordia 10 pm, T-Bird Cafe

139

May 8- May 14, 2017

8

MONDAY

9

TUESDAY

• Spring 2017 Book Buy Back T-Bird Bookstore, Concordia (8 am-5pm) & GCC (9 am-Noon & 1-6 pm)

10

WEDNESDAY

• Spring 2017 Book Buy Back T-Bird Bookstore, Concordia (8 am-5pm) & GCC (9 am-Noon & 1-6 pm)

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• FINAL EXAMS (including 2nd 8-wk session)

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• FINAL EXAMS (including 2nd 8-wk session)

• FINAL EXAMS (including 2nd 8-wk session)

11

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY • FINAL EXAMS (including 2nd 8-wk session) • LAST DAY FOR SPRING 2017 OUTREACH CLASSES

• Spring 2017 Book Buy Back T-Bird Bookstore, Concordia (8 am-5pm) & GCC (9 am-Noon & 1-6 pm) • Spring Financial Aid Exit Counseling, (For all student loan borrowers leaving Cloud), 2:30 - 4:30 pm, GCC - in Student Services; Concordia - in Library Computer lab

12 FRIDAY

13

SATURDAY

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• GRADUATION ACTIVITIES - at Concordia for all graduates Graduate Reception - 3:30 - 5:30 pm Nursing Pinning - 4 pm GRADUATION - 7 pm

14 SUNDAY

141

May 15- May 21, 2017

15 MONDAY

• Employee Recognition Lunceon - Concordia T-Bird Cafe

16 TUESDAY

17

WEDNESDAY

142

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• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

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• FACULTY CONTRACT DAY

18

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

19 FRIDAY

20

SATURDAY

•May Star Party - Concordia 9 pm- 11 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

CC 21 SUNDAY

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May 22- May 28, 2017

22 MONDAY

23 TUESDAY

24

WEDNESDAY

144

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• STUDENT SERVICES DAY FOR SUMMER SESSIONS - GCC

25

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

26 FRIDAY

27

SATURDAY

• NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION FOR SUMMER SESSIONS - GCC

CC 28 SUNDAY

145

May 29- June 4, 2017

29 MONDAY

30 TUESDAY

31

WEDNESDAY

Last day to drop a Summer 2017 Session I class for 100% refund

146

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• MEMORIAL DAY - COLLEGE CLOSED - Concordia & GCC

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• SUMMER CLASSES BEGIN - Session I (Concordia & GCC), Extended session (GCC & ONLINE) and Outreach

1

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

Last day to drop a Summer 2017 GCC Extended & Online class for 100% refund

2

FRIDAY

3

SATURDAY

CC 4

SUNDAY

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June 5- June 11, 2017

5

MONDAY

Last day to drop a Summer 2017 Session I class for 50% refund

6

TUESDAY

Last day to drop a Summer 2017 GCC Extended & Online class for 50% refund Last day to drop a Summer 2017 Session I class for 25% refund

7

WEDNESDAY

148

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CC

8

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

9

FRIDAY

10

SATURDAY

CC 11 SUNDAY

149

June 12- June 18, 2017

12 MONDAY

13 TUESDAY

14

WEDNESDAY

150

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CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

15

THURSDAY

Last day to drop a Summer 2017 GCC Extended & Online class for 25% refund

16 FRIDAY

17

SATURDAY

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•June Star Party - Concordia 9 pm - 11 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

18 SUNDAY

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June 19- June 25, 2017

19 MONDAY

20 TUESDAY

21

WEDNESDAY

152

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CC

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

22

THURSDAY

23 FRIDAY

24

SATURDAY

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• GED GRADUATION - CONCORDIA

25 SUNDAY

• GED GRADUATION - GCC

153

June 26- July 2, 2017

26 MONDAY

27 TUESDAY

28

WEDNESDAY

154

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• SUMMER SESSION I CLASSES END - CONCORDIA & GCC

29

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

30 FRIDAY

1

SATURDAY

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SUNDAY

155

July 3- July 9, 2017

3

MONDAY

4

TUESDAY

5

WEDNESDAY

156

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• INDEPENDENCE DAY - COLLEGE CLOSED - NO CLASSES (All locations)

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• INDEPENDENCE DAY - COLLEGE CLOSED - NO CLASSES (All locations)

• SUMMER SESSION II CLASSES BEGIN- CONCORDIA & GCC

6

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

Last day to drop a Summer 2017 Session II class for 100% refund

7

FRIDAY

8

SATURDAY

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SUNDAY

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July 10- July 16, 2017

10 MONDAY

11 TUESDAY

Last day to drop a Summer 2017 Session II class for 50% refund

12

WEDNESDAY

Last day to drop a Summer 2017 Session II class for 25% refund

158

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Be a T-Bird!

CC

13

THURSDAY

14 FRIDAY

15

SATURDAY

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS • LAST DAY FOR SUMMER 2017 OUTREACH CLASSES

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•July Star Party - Concordia 9 pm - 11 pm, Earl Bane Observatory

16 SUNDAY

159

July 17- July 23, 2017

17 MONDAY

18 TUESDAY

19

WEDNESDAY

160

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CC

20

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

21 FRIDAY

22

SATURDAY

CC 23 SUNDAY

161

July 24- July 30, 2017

24 MONDAY

25 TUESDAY

26

WEDNESDAY

162

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CC

27

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

28 FRIDAY

29

SATURDAY

CC 30 SUNDAY

163

July 31- August 6, 2017

31 MONDAY

1

TUESDAY

2

WEDNESDAY

164

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CC

3

CLOUD COUNTY T-BIRDS

THURSDAY

4

FRIDAY

5

SATURDAY

• LAST DAY OF SUMMER SESSION II CLASSES (Concordia & GCC ) AND EXTENDED SESSION - GCC & ONLINE

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SUNDAY

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NOTES

BLACK AND GOLD CCCC Fight Song

Written and composed by Patrick Sieben

Way up North in old Cloud County the mighty Thunderbird, fighting with pride and honor, its thunder shall be heard charging on in glorious vict’ry like warriors of old to fight for T-bird glory ‘neath the Black and the Gold!

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS Concordia Campus PO Box 1002 2221 Campus Drive Concordia, KS 66901 (785) 243.1435

Geary County Campus 631 Caroline Avenue Junction City, KS 66441 (785) 238.8010

Academic Affairs .................................. ext. 248

Admissions .......................................... ext. 714

Adult Education ................................... ext. 335

Adult Education .................................... ext. 711

Admissions .......................................... ext. 212

Advising ............................................... ext. 714

Advisement Center .............................. ext. 275

Bookstore ............................................ ext. 289

Athletics ............................................... ext. 290

Business Office.................................... ext. 202

Bookstore ............................................ ext. 289

Campus Director.................................. ext. 723

Business Office.................................... ext. 202

Career & Transfer Center .................... ext. 323

Cafeteria .............................................. ext. 305

Financial Aid ........................................ ext. 281

Campus Housing ................................. ext. 340

Front Desk ........................................... ext. 710

Campus Security ........................ 785.243.6646

IT ....................................................... ext. 720

Career & Transfer Center .................... ext. 323

Student Retention ................................ ext. 713

ESL ...................................................... ext. 241

Student Services ................................. ext. 750

Financial Aid ........................................ ext. 281

Student Success Center ..................... ext. 730

Fitness Center ..................................... ext. 341

Student Support Services (TRiO) ........ ext. 732

Foundation........................................... ext. 232

Student Records .................................. ext. 210

Information Center .......................................... 0

VA Representative ............................... ext. 750

IT ........................................................ ext. 253

Workforce Development ...................... ext. 371

Library.................................................. ext. 224 Student Retention ................................ ext. 317 Student Health .................................... ext. 237 Student Records .................................. ext. 210 Student Success Center ...................... ext. 231 Student Support Services (TRiO) ........ ext. 361 VA Representative ............................... ext. 207 Workforce Development ...................... ext. 371

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