Community Life Standards

Community Standards

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Introduction At Bryan College, we believe that the development of the whole person is an important and significant part of your Bryan education. Who you are as a person, and how you learn to live in healthy community with others, will determine how you approach every aspect of your life—education, entertainment, work, marriage and family, friendship, faith, service, and mission.

Therefore, Bryan College is committed to cultivating a community that encourages spiritual and relational growth as well as academic development.

A positive Bryan College experience hinges on the willingness of each person to live in patterns of integrity, respect, responsibility, and, above all, as servants of Christ. In this ‘me-first’ culture, the word “servant” may sound foreign or even negative. So it was in Jesus’ day. Jesus radically subverted his culture’s definition of status and success, modeling for his followers the humility of a servant (John 13:12-17). This is foundational to Bryan College’s mission statement: “educating students to become servants of Christ to make a difference in today’s world.”

These Bryan Community Standards constitute a trust between Bryan students and the Bryan community that you are willing to adopt the attitude of a servant during your time at Bryan.

Some of these standards are based on principles or commands found in the Bible; some support our educational mission; and some are simply ways of showing respect to other members of our community. Being a part of this community means that you agree to abide by all of them in a spirit of cooperation.

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The Bryan Community Standards are based on a set of core values: • Integrity (page 3-4) • Respect (page 5-7) • Personal Responsibility (pages 8-15) • Christ-like Servanthood (page 16-17)

Bryan Covenant Therefore, as members of the Bryan community, students affirm our commitment to the Bryan Covenant with this pledge: I will live with integrity, respect, personal responsibility and participate in activities that encourage me to become a servant of Christ.

Additional student polices included in the Bryan Community Standards are noted below: • Campus Resident Policies (pages 18-27) • General Provisions (pages 28-47)

Integrity Integrity is the bedrock of relationships and is an essential quality of social, business and spiritual life.

Without integrity there can be no trust. A breach of integrity is a breach of trust that often has long-term consequences.

Therefore, any breach of integrity is considered a serious failure and may have serious consequences.

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Lying Students are expected to tell the truth at all times. Failure to tell the truth to college officials is a serious breach of the commitment made to live by the Student Conduct Code.

Cheating Students are expected to perform their own academic work at all times. Academic cheating is a violation of the Academic Honor Code and has serious consequences.

Attendance at establishments such as bars, nightclubs, dance clubs, casinos, and other similar establishments, whose primary activities include practices that are prohibited by the college, is not permitted.

Pornography The reading, posting, viewing and/or soliciting of pornography/sexually provocative material, in any form or fashion, is prohibited.

Theft

Gambling

Bryan College is a community built on trust.

As such, theft of any sort breaks this trust and will lead to serious consequences.

Gambling in any monetary form is prohibited.

Tobacco, Alcohol, & Substance Use and Abuse The possession and/or use of alcohol, illegal drugs, or tobacco is prohibited. This includes hookah and electronic/vapor cigarettes in any form. The smoking of any other substance is prohibited. In addition, individuals are not to abuse legal or prescription substances.

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Respect Respect for one another and those of differing backgrounds and views is vital in any close knit community such as Bryan College. Therefore, failure to show respect by adhering to the Bryan community standards listed below is considered to be unacceptable and will be addressed.

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Speech and Postings at Bryan College

Sexual Conduct

Students are expected to treat others with respect and dignity, living in such a way that promotes the physical and emotional well-being of others and demonstrates respect for students, faculty, staff, administration and others in their respective roles and responsibilities.

Members of the Bryan student body should understand the following:

It is our desire to assist all students through all types of sexual temptations and struggles. Made in the image of God, all students will be treated with love, dignity, and grace. We expect students to live out a biblically faithful lifestyle that is consistent with bearing Christ’s name, which includes the difficult, but God-honoring pursuit of celibacy for those not in a monogamous marriage between one man and one woman.

• Profane, slanderous, sacrilegious, obscene or suggestive language is inappropriate and is not acceptable. This includes communication by voice, graphic means, electronically or by telephone (whether or not a conversation has taken place).

• The displaying/posting of signs, written messages, images, symbols, etc., that the College deems offensive, inappropriate or that has the effect of harassing and/or alarming another person (intentionally or unintentionally) is not acceptable.

• Students should refrain from behavior (whether intentional or reckless) that may, or in fact does, cause physical or emotional harm to another person or cause reasonable apprehension of such harm.

• In accordance with the College’s Discrimination Policy Statement, inappropriate/offensive speech or actions that are directed at an individual or group on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, ethnic group, or disability are considered serious offenses by the College and are not acceptable.

• Students who have concerns or questions about specific issues related to acceptable speech and conversation should see the Dean of Students or the Assistant Dean of Students in the Office of Student Life.

Sexual intercourse and many of the intimate acts preceding it are reserved exclusively for the context of a biblically defined marriage (Gen. 2:21–23; Matt. 19:4–6). Behavior that is inconsistent with these standards is prohibited even when consensual. Because it is our desire to teach and model a biblical approach to sex, Bryan College prohibits same-sex dating relationships and behaviors.

We believe that the marriage union between one man and one woman is the sole place for acting on God-given sexual desire (Gen. 1:26–28; Gen. 2:22–25; Rom. 1:26–27). We believe that other sexual acts (premarital sex, extramarital sex, bisexual acts, and homosexual acts) are violations of clear biblical teaching regarding sexual purity (Rom. 1:26–27; 1 Cor. 6:18–20; Gal. 5:19–21; Eph. 5:3; Col. 3:5–6).

Social Interaction and Dating It is important to remember that all interaction, whether between friends or dating couples, should show respect and courtesy toward each other and others. With a desire for morality and appropriateness to guide our behavior, the following policies are in place: • Private displays of affection should follow the Biblical principles of chastity and purity that do not allow for actions such as petting, fondling, sexual intercourse, etc.

• Couples are to avoid being alone in any private living quarters.

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Dancing Sexually provocative dancing is not permitted.

Dress Code While the college recognizes that opinions vary considerably regarding what constitutes appropriate dress, the college has established reasonable guidelines that students are required to follow while on campus. Cleanliness, neatness, appropriateness, and modesty are the general guiding factors with regard to dress.

Resident Assistants (RAs), Resident Directors (RDs), as well as other university employees, will enforce dress guidelines and educate students regarding these guidelines.

Questions concerning the standard of dress should be directed to the Office of Student Life, which may make the final determination as to appropriateness. When a student chooses to dress inappropriately and is asked to change, immediate cooperation will be expected.

General Attire Guidelines • All clothing should be modest and appropriate.

• Advertisements for tobacco products, alcoholic beverages, etc. are not permitted.

• Tank-style tops and t-shirts with oversized armholes are only permitted during athletic practices and activities.

• While in public areas, shirts must be worn, including during athletic activities or working out.

• Athletic spandex shorts are only permitted during athletic practices and activities.

• Shirts should not be tight-fitting or sheer.

• Shorts, pants, leggings, or yoga pants should not be sheer.

Shorts • All shorts, including those worn in practices and informal athletic events, must have an inseam of three or more inches.

Classrooms/Chapel/Administrative Offices • Shorts and pajama/lounge pants are not permitted for classes or in chapel. Note: hats are not permitted in chapel. Dress for Rudd should be appropriate to the activity. Note: Shorts are permitted for chapel when chapel is held outside.

Off-Campus Location Dress Code • Students are expected to adhere to campus dress guidelines when representing the college or attending college-sponsored events.

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Personal Responsibility

Personal responsibility is required of every Bryan student. Student are responsible for conducting themselves in a manner that complies with the guidelines stated below regardless of their background, culture or personal views on these items.

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Movie Viewing Students are not to view, or have in their possession, movies that are sexually provocative, contain excessive violence, or other objectionable material. As a college, we recognize that there is a wide variety of opinion within the Christian community regarding what is appropriate.

Therefore, RDs and RAs have the authority to determine if a movie is appropriate to be viewed in the residence hall.

Music Personal preferences in music styles may vary widely among individuals. Students are asked to use wise discernment in choosing music. Music with vulgar, profane, or sacrilegious lyrics is not permitted on campus.

For the benefit of others in the college community and to create the proper atmosphere for relaxation, study, rest and informal interaction, volume should be kept low or headphones should be used. No personal music allowed in public areas, i.e. (Lion’s Den, Prideland Grill, workout facilities, Common Grounds, etc.)

Chapel Sign-up Requirements a. Before the first chapel of each semester, students’ sign-up for their chapel seats by going to https://my.bryan.edu/chapelseating. This is their assigned chapel seat for the semester. b. Attendance is determined by a student being in his/ her correct seat. If a student sits in the wrong seat for whatever reason, and/or his/her seat is unoccupied, the student will be counted absent for that chapel. c. Being present means arriving on time and remaining until chapel is dismissed.

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d. If a student needs to sit in an unassigned area for any reason, the student must notify an attendance taker before chapel. Otherwise, the student is counted absent. e. If a student suspects an error in chapel attendance, he or she must report the error to the Office of Student Life within one week of the chapel in question. Students can and should regularly check their chapel attendance report on their MyBryan account.

Note: For the fall semester 2020, chapel will be held on Thursday evenings and Vespers, which also will count for chapel attendance, will be held every other Sunday evening. A total of 18 chapel/ vesper services are planned, and students will need to attend 14 without penalty. Attendance will be taken via the ROAR app.

Consequences for Failure to Fulfill Chapel Attendance Requirements • 29 attendances – Warning • 28 attendances – 3 work hours • 27 attendances – 3 additional work hours and Disciplinary Caution for the following semester • 26 attendances – 3 additional work hours • 25 attendances – 3 additional work hours and Disciplinary Restriction • less than 25 attendances – Disciplinary Probation for the following semester Note: For the fall semester 2020, chapel will be held on Thursday evenings and Vespers, which also will count for chapel attendance, will be held every other Sunday evening. A total of 18 chapel/vesper services are planned, and students will need to attend 14 without penalty. Attendance will be taken via the ROAR app.

• Cellphones, tablets and laptops are not allowed to be used in chapel.

Disciplinary Procedures A goal of Bryan College is to challenge students to grow personally, spiritually, emotionally, and intellectually. The Bryan Community Standards are designed to aid in this process. If students choose to violate these standards, disciplinary action becomes necessary.

Every effort is made to administer discipline in a redemptive manner. If a student is struggling with any issue or behavior and demonstrates a serious desire for change by asking for help, the Bryan College staff is committed to assist in this process. Therefore, situations in which students voluntarily seek help and accountability will generally be handled differently than in situations in which a lifestyle issue has come to the attention of College officials and the student is called in to talk about it.

While the details for every possible situation cannot be spelled out, the categories in the following section outline the general disciplinary actions, procedures, and penalties that will be followed.

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Minor Infractions Discipline Warning System Warnings are given to students for various minor offenses. Warnings will be documented via e-mail by the Faculty, Staff or RA who spoke with the student committing the offense. Documentation of the minor offense committed will be sent to the student and Office of Student Life via email. The Office of Student Life will keep track of the number of warnings received by the student and issue appropriate disciplinary measures. Below is a list of examples of minor offenses (this is not an exhaustive list.)

Penalties for warnings during a given academic year are as follows: Warning

Consequence

Conversation

1st

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2nd

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3rd

$10 Fine

4th $20 Fine w/ RD or Director Residence Life (Dean of Students if commuter)

• Dress Code Violations

5th

3 work hours

• Chapel Misconduct (i.e. studying, sleeping, talking, texting, etc..)*

6th

4 work hours

7th

Disciplinary Restriction w/ Dean of Students

8th

Disciplinary Probation

9th

Referral to Honor Council

• Use of profane, slanderous, sacrilegious, obscene or suggestive language • Inappropriate Public Display of Affection (PDA) • Quiet Hour Violations • Other minor infractions *Chapel misconduct may also result in receiving no attendance credit for chapel.

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w/Dean of Students

Fines In some cases, monetary fines that may be assessed for various behaviors. Fines may be increased, reduced, or coupled with further disciplinary action as the circumstances surrounding each violation are evaluated. Any fines not paid by the end of the semester will be charged to the student’s bill.

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Serious Infractions The following disciplinary actions may be applied to offenses of a more serious nature.

Disciplinary Restriction (Category 1) Disciplinary Restriction is a redemptive disciplinary measure for those whose conduct is unacceptable by the Student Conduct Code.

While on Disciplinary Restriction, a student may not represent the college in any manner. This includes participation in intercollegiate athletics, music and drama groups, elected offices, etc.

Disciplinary Restriction will last 3 weeks (excluding semester breaks) and will generally be accompanied by 9 work hours (or other appropriate measures Offenses for which a student may be placed on Disciplinary Restriction include, but are not limited to: • Lying (in any form) • Deception • Cheating • Stealing • Legal alcohol or tobacco use or possession • Smoking/vaping/possession of vaping paraphernalia • Gambling • Illegal activity (including underage drinking, DUI, etc.)

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Disciplinary Probation (Category 2) While on Disciplinary Probation, a student may not represent the college in any manner. This includes participation in intercollegiate athletics, music and drama groups, elected offices, etc. Students involved in these activities should be aware that scholarship money might be affected. Further misconduct may result in suspension from the college. Parents may be notified of this probation.

Disciplinary Probation will last for a full academic semester and will generally be accompanied by 12 work hours (or other appropriate measures). Offenses for which a student may be placed on disciplinary probation include, but are not limited to: • Title IX offenses • Possession/use of illegal drugs or drug paraphernalia • Possession/use of pornography • Second Category 1 offense • Persistent disregard of college policies

Suspension (Category 3) In cases where misconduct is considered to be inconsistent with the ideals of the college and of a very serious nature, or in which a student’s attitude is persistently destructive, a student may be suspended.

Offenses for which a student may be suspended from the college include, but are not limited to: • Possession and/or use of narcotics, illegal drugs, or alcoholic beverages • Misuse or abuse of prescription drugs • Possession and/or use of pornography

• Failure to give truthful testimony • Deliberate destruction of, misuse of, damage to, or theft of college property or the property of another individual • Sexual misconduct or harassment • Adultery. Adultery is defined as any of the following: ■ A person who is married engaging in a dating relationship with someone other than his/her spouse ■ A person who is married engaging in sexual activity with anyone other than his/her spouse ■ An unmarried person engaging in a dating relationship with a person who is married to someone else ■ An unmarried person engaging in sexual activity with a person who is married to someone else • Assault and battery upon another person • Persistently causing disruption to the college community • Persistent disregard of college policies or disciplinary actions.

An immediate suspension results in the loss of academic credit for the semester. Upon suspension, a student is required to leave the campus within a specified time limit and is not permitted to return for classes, extracurricular activities, or for any reason without permission from the Dean of Students. Should circumstances warrant, suspension might be issued so that the student may complete the semester and receive academic credit but be denied re-enrollment for the following semester(s). During the period of the suspension the suspended student may not take classes through any Bryan College program or venue (this includes the School of Humanities and Christian Studies, the School of Professional Studies, the Vogel School of Engineering or any other modality in which Bryan offers classes) A suspension is Bryan College Community Standards

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issued with the desire that the student will return at a future date with a greater appreciation of the standards of the college and a sincere resolve to follow those standards. An individual wishing to resume studies after having been suspended must reapply for admission to the college. A suspended student must be able to show evidence of positive changes in the area(s) that led to the suspension.

Note: Of the above stated behaviors, it is recognized that some may be of an addictive nature. When possible, college personnel will make every effort to assist the student who requests help with breaking the addiction. Concealing one’s behavior is not considered evidence of desiring help.

Students are encouraged to self-report when they have knowingly committed a violation of the Student Honor Code. When self-reports are received, the college will provide discreet counsel and support to the student. This self-report policy is intended for students seeking to acknowledge and self-correct their wrongdoing.

Expulsion In cases of extremely severe misconduct, a student may be dismissed from the college. In such instances, a student will be required to leave school immediately and is ineligible for readmission.

Fine Schedule The following is a list of the monetary fines that may be assessed. This is not an exhaustive list. Fines may be increased, reduced, or coupled with further disciplinary action as the circumstances surrounding each violation are evaluated. Any fines not paid by the end of the semester will be charged to the student’s bill.

• Unapproved early arrival or late departure

$100/day

• Absence from a mandatory meeting

$50

• Items in the residence hallways

$10/item

A student has the option of self-reporting a violation of the Student Honor Code to the Office of Student Life or to Residence Life within one week of an offense. If an investigation has begun or if there is already prior knowledge of the incident, it may not be considered a self-report. The Office of Student Life or Residence Life will work with the student in implementing the necessary boundaries and accountability measures to foster an environment for growth.

Students may only self-report the same behavior once per academic year without sanctions.

• Failure to complete work hours on time

$25/hour

NOTE: Violations of the law (felony and serious misdemeanor offenses) may carry sanctions up to and including Suspension or Expulsion, even when there is a self-report.

• Hair bleaching in unapproved area or not

• Showing/watching/unlicensed

non-approved movies in a public area

$35

• Throwing food or other items in dining hall

$25

• Loss of room key/failure to return

key at the end of the year

• Pets in the residence hall or any other building

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$50/day

cleaning up afterwards $25 • Burning candles, incense or other open flames

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$35

$50

• Use of prohibited items in the residence hall rooms

(Coffeemakers and irons without automatic

shutoffs, hotplates, hot pots, toasters, toaster

ovens, popcorn poppers, halogen lamps, any

appliances with exposed coils).

$50

• Roof walking or wall climbing on any campus building, structure, etc… $100 • Unauthorized duplication of keys

$100

Pranks Pranks can lead to severe personal inconvenience, costly physical damage and illegal activity. Often starting as a harmless joke, situations tend to escalate so that successive pranks become more destructive than the preceding ones. Activities that harm individuals physically or emotionally or pranks that damage personal or college property or violate college policy are prohibited regardless of motive or intent.

Perpetrators will be assessed damage, clean up, repair costs, and a fine. Pranks that involve violations of the law (breaking and entering, vandalism, stealing, etc.) may be turned over to law enforcement.

(including residence hall room keys)

• Misuse or unauthorized use of college property or equipment $50

(and restitution if damage is involved)

• Possession and/or use of firearms, weapons (including knives) $350 • Unauthorized entry $350

Search and Seizure The college reserves the right to search students, their rooms, furnishings, personal property, and/or motor vehicles for forbidden items such as stolen property, illegal drugs, alcoholic beverages, tobacco, firearms, fireworks, pornographic material, etc. The college reserves the right to confiscate any forbidden or misused items.

• Tampering with fire alarms, smoke

detectors, emergency doors

Fire extinguishers, emergency or exit

lights, security cameras, Security alarms,

secured doors, windows, security vehicles, etc…

$350

• Vandalism Restitution and fine

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Christ-like Servanthood

The Bryan College experience offers many opportunities for both individual and corporate spiritual growth.

Students are required to participate in the campus chapel program, attend local churches, attend Day of Prayer activities and participate in Community Service Day and as part of their Bryan College education. The college’s desire is for all students to be formed, conformed, and transformed into the image of Jesus Christ. The following paragraphs detail strategies in place that contribute to the spiritual growth of students.

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Required Participation: Chapel Program Chapels are held 3 times a week and exist as a regular corporate gathering of the Bryan community for spiritual nurture, instruction and worship.

Attendance Requirements Since the chapel program is designed to assist students in “becoming servants of Christ” through spiritual instruction and corporate worship, the college requires full-time students to attend 30 chapels each semester. See attendance requirements above for fall 2020.

Community Service Day Community Service Day is a week day in the spring semester and provides a practical way for students, faculty and staff to participate in “becoming servants of Christ” to those in the local community. All students are expected to participate in one of the variety of community service projects that have been arranged for that day.

Day of Prayer Each year Bryan College takes a week day during the fall semester as a designated Day of Prayer. Various prayer services are held on campus along with a special chapel service.

Optional Participation: Church Attendance Since involvement in a local church is an important part of the spiritual development process, students are greatly encouraged to attend weekly church services at a church of their choice that affirms the orthodox Christian views of the Trinity, the full deity of Christ, and the inspiration of the Bible.

Practical Christian Involvement (PCI) Practical Christian Involvement (PCI) provides an opportunity for student to minister in the local community. Students invest thousands of hours each year off-campus in the homes and churches of the Rhea County community, sharing the Gospel and practical services with area residents.

Break For Change (BFC) Break For Change (BFC) trips provide opportunities for students to minister to those in other parts of the United States or abroad. These trips typically occur over Spring or Summer break.

Residence Hall Bible Studies Residence Hall Bible Studies are available for students who desire to grow spiritually in a more intimate setting. These Bible studies are student led and usually follow as study through a specific book.

Vespers Services Vespers Services are a Sunday evening gathering of students on campus with the express purpose of spiritual growth, praise and worship. Vespers services are student led and usually include one or more students sharing their testimony.

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Campus Resident Policies Residence hall life plays a major role in the educational process. The residence halls provide a living environment in which students may develop a strong sense of community, receive encouragement, support, and guidance, and be given an opportunity to serve others and grow in Christ. Each student will be challenged to increase social skills, make new and lasting relationships, examine new ideas, learn new skills and adjust to new and different situations and people.

Because everyone has his or her own idea of what makes an ideal learning environment Bryan College has attempted to develop a set of guidelines that reflect the values of the College, allow for limited personal freedom and choice, and protect the rights of all residents.

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Residency Requirements

• Athletic (Any Sport) Scholarship

Because Bryan College desires to build community among its students, most full-time students are required to live on campus. A student who meets at least one of the following qualifications is exempt from this policy:

• Music (Music or Worship Arts Majors/Minors) Scholarship

• Married • Is at least 22 years old during the semester in which they plan to live off-campus • Is living at home or with immediate relatives in the area (relatives must be at least 22 years old) • Has completed at least eight (8) semesters of college since high school graduation • Is student teaching • Is granted a medical exemption Under special circumstances, the Director of Residence Life may grant exceptions to the residency requirements. All residence hall students must register for a meal plan. Married students may not live in the townhouses or residence hall.

Part-Time Students: Students taking less than 12 hours are not required to live on campus. Note: Only those students who are enrolled in a degree seeking program in the School of Humanities and Christian Studies or the School of Engineering and taking at least seven (7) credit hours are allowed to live in Bryan College on-campus housing. **Note to those receiving performance based scholarships: Beginning with NEW freshman and transfer students for Fall 2018, students receiving one of the following PERFORMANCE awards MUST live ON CAMPUS:

• Music Performance Scholarship • Theatre Scholarship Students who are 25, married, or already currently enrolled are granted an exception to this requirement. No exceptions exist for any other situations, including but not limited to, living at home with a parent.

Please note that appeals granted to housing requirements related to Student Life policies are separate and are not applicable to the scholarship policy.

Students who fail to live on campus will have their PERFORMANCE scholarship(s) revoked ENTIRELY.

Residence Life Staff Each residence hall is supervised by a Resident Director and several Resident Assistants. Together the staff seeks to identify and meet residents’ needs through individual care, group activities, Bible studies, and educational programming.

Housing Assignments Before school closes each semester/year, current students are given the opportunity to make room and roommate request for the following semester/year, given payment of required housing deposit. Every attempt will be made to honor these requests but they cannot be guaranteed. The Residence Life staff reserves the right to make roommate adjustments during the course of the year if serious conflicts occur. If one roommate leaves during the course of the year, the Residence Life staff may assign another student to fill that vacancy.

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Room Responsibilities

Decorations

Room Furnishings

Nails are not to be put into any furnishings or walls. “Plasti-tak” and low temperature hot craft glue are the only fasteners which may be used to attach postings to non-bulletin board surfaces. High temperature glue gets too hot and chips off the paint when removed. All “Plasti-tak” and glue must be COMPLETELY removed when the resident moves out.

All room furnishings belonging to the college must remain in good condition. Student will be financially responsible for misplaced or missing furnishings, as well as furnishings damaged due to other than normal wear. The disassembling of furniture is not permitted.

Residents may use their own personal items, such as desk chairs and mattresses, in place of college provided items in the residence hall rooms. However, all college items that have been provided, even if they are not in use, are still the responsibility of the room’s occupant(s) and must be left as they were found upon departure from the college. All personally owned appliances and furnishings must be removed from the room when the resident moves out.

Only finished furniture is to be used in residence hall rooms. The construction of lofts or other structures, including stacking beds, within residence hall rooms is allowed only with permission from the Physical Plant Department. Cinder blocks are not allowed to be used in the residence halls.

Room and bulletin board postings, decorations, or any other items found morally offensive by the Residence Life Staff (i.e. erotic pictures or posters; crass or offensive jokes, cartoons, or postings; alcoholic beverage bottles, cans, posters, etc.) are not permitted.

Damage

Any remodeling of the residence hall may be done only with the permission from the Office of the Physical Plant Director.

Students are financially responsible for any damage to their room or its furnishings not caused by normal usage. The Office of Student Services and Ministries will determine “normal usage” and the amount of the fine assessed. Students are also financially responsible for any damage they cause to other areas of the residence hall. Any object, games, etc.,which could easily cause damage (i.e. darts/dartboard, water guns/ balloons, baseballs, golf balls/clubs, etc.) are not permitted to be used in the residence halls.

Ceilings

Repairs

No items are to be attached or fastened to the ceiling of the residence hall rooms. A fine will be assessed for items that are hung from the ceiling and there will be a charge for damage done to the ceiling.

It is the responsibility of the student to report any repairs needing to be made in his or her room. Students may report repair needs by calling the work order hotline at (423) 775–7470 or by sending a work request through My.Bryan.edu as soon as possible. A student may be fined for damage caused by not reporting repair needs.

No college owned furniture is to be removed from the residence hall rooms without permission from the Office of the Physical Plant Director.

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Note: 3M Command Strips can sometimes pull the paint off the wall when removed. As a result, they can only be used on certain surfaces.

(For instance, cement block walls are usually OK, but walls made of drywall are usually damaged by Command strips.) Use discretion, keeping in mind that you will be charged for any damages.

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Safety Regulations The following guidelines have been set up to promote the safety of all residents. These and other safety regulations will be strictly adhered to.

A safety team, under the supervision of the Office of Student Services and Ministries, will inspect residence hall rooms on a regular basis.

Keys Students are strongly encouraged to keep their rooms locked. The college is not responsible for students’ personal property. Individual room keys are provided to allow great privacy and a sense of security and safekeeping.

The following standards govern the use of college keys: • If a key is lost during the school year, it must be reported to the Office of Student Life immediately. The key will be replaced upon payment of a $35.00 fee.

• Students are not to duplicate college keys or allow duplicates to be made under any circumstances.

Substantial fines and/or other appropriate discipline will be assessed to any student who violates this guideline • If a key is broken or bent, it is to be returned to the Office of Student Services and Ministries. A new key will be issued at no charge if the old key is returned.

Hallways In accordance with fire codes, all residence hallways are to be completely free of personal items at all times. The only exception to this policy is a doormat. The Housekeeping Department will collect any items left in the hallways. There will be a $10 charge per item for the return of these items. All unclaimed items will be donated to charity at

the end of each semester. There will be a $10.00 charge for any trash that is not removed from the hallway.

Doors, Windows, and Stairwells Stairways must not be blocked. Room numbers or identification plates on residence hall doors must not be covered or removed. Doors must not be propped open. When windows are open, heaters and air conditioners are to be turned off. Caution should be used to prevent curtains or blinds from being ruined by carelessness or the weather, as residents are financially responsible for the furnishings. Removal of screens is not permitted. Residents who do not follow these guidelines or use doors and windows to circumvent regulations will be subject to fines and other appropriate disciplinary action.

Electrical Cords Electrical cords must not be covered by carpet, rugs, or any other articles and should not be touching the bed and/or linens in any way.

Appliances/Lamps The college allows for use of most small appliances in residence hall rooms. However, the following specific items are prohibited: • Coffee makers and irons without an automatic shut-off feature • Hot plates / hot pots • Toasters / toaster ovens • Oil popcorn poppers • Any appliance with exposed coils or heating surface • Halogen lamps Please use caution! Students are financially responsible for any damage to their rooms.

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Candles, Incense, and Open Flames Open flames and the use of candles and lit incense are prohibited in all residence halls, with the following exception: lit candles on a cake for a birthday party are acceptable in the kitchen and lounge areas only of each residence hall, with the permission of the residence hall’s RD. Candles with an unburned wick may be used for decorative purposes in residence halls.

Firearms, Fireworks, and Weapons Firearms, including pellet guns, other weapons such as paintball guns, paintballs, bows and arrows, machetes, knives with more than 4” blades, etc. and fireworks are not permitted on campus. Students who violate these guidelines may be fined up to $350 and have the weapons confiscated.

Pets In the interest of other people in the residence hall, the care and upkeep of college property, and Health Department regulations, fish are the only pets permitted on campus. Students who violate this guideline will be fined $50 per day.

Service Animals and Emotional Support Animals (ESA) may be on campus only after a student applies through the Office of the ADA Coordinator and is granted approval.

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exercising poor judgment in this area. If a Resident Director or Resident Assistant believes you are making poor choices in this area, they have the right to ask you about it in a spirit of concern for your welfare.

Check-In System Scanners in the residence halls, Rudd, Mercer, Latimer, and Summers Gymnasium will be used to know if you have been on campus within a 48-hour period. There are occasions when you will stay overnight at an off-campus location. In those times you are expected to sign-out through MyBryan. If you have not scanned in or signed out during the 48-hour period, your RD will contact you to determine your location and safety. If your RD doesn’t hear from you within the next 72-hour period a missing person report will be filed with local law enforcement (Dayton Police Department).

Additional Information: • Residence Hall lounges close from midnight to 9 a.m.

• All campus buildings (Rudd, Mercer, Practice Gym, etc…) are open from 6 a.m. to midnight.

• Latimer and Summers Gymnasium are open from 6 am to 2 a.m. on Friday and Saturday.

• No camping on campus, including the use of hammocks, eno, etc. between midnight and 6 a.m.

• Quiet Hours are from midnight to 9 a.m.

• Students are allowed to sign out a maximum of three days per week.

Visitation & Overnight Guests Definitions: Daytime – 9 a.m. until midnight (11:59 p.m) Overnight – 12:01 a.m. and beyond to 9 a.m.

Guest/Visitor - defined as any person (parents, friends, faculty, staff, alumni, etc…) who is not a resident of the residence hall and/or room being entered.

Host – Any Bryan College resident student who has a current housing assignment.

Please note: For the fall semester 2020, there will be no overnight guests allowed in the residence halls. There will also be no Friday/ Saturday Night Residence Hall Visitations (a.k.a. open dorms).

Visitation: All visitors are under the same residence hall regulations and campus expectations as current students. Student hosts are responsible for the actions of their guests. Any visitor who fails to comply with regulations will be asked to leave campus.

A guest/visitor may be denied permission to enter or remain in the Residence Hall at the discretion of the Resident Director or Director of Residence Life.

Daytime (9 a.m.–midnight) guests’ visits should be brief, limiting the length of visitation to a maximum of 2 hours.

Overnight Guest:

arrives. Appropriate discipline will be given to any student violating these guidelines.

Overnight guests cannot stay more than three nights within a 30day period, except in special situations approved in advance by the Residence Life staff. No overnight guests under the age of 16 years of age are permitted - with the exception of siblings, those accompanied by a parent, or visitors for official college sponsored events.

Visiting a Residence Hall of the Opposite Sex: Except as noted below regarding schedule visitation times, students may not enter any area of a residence hall of the opposite sex.

Exceptions to this guideline may be granted by a Resident Director (RD) or Head Resident Assistant only. Appropriate discipline will be given to any student violating these guidelines.

Residence hall lounges are open to all students and guests daily from 9 a.m. until midnight. Family members of the opposite sex may visit the room of their family member only if approved by the RD or Head RA and accompanied by their student host.

Friday/Saturday Night Residence Hall Visitation: Residence hall visitations are scheduled on most Friday and Saturday nights during each semester to allow students the opportunity to visit other residence halls. Huston and Robinson halls are open on Friday nights and Long and Woodlee-Ewing halls are open on Saturday nights. Residence hall visitation time is normally 8 p.m.–midnight.

Occasionally, the time will be changed or cancelled because of special circumstances.

Overnight guest to residence halls must be registered by their host student in advance, and must stay in a student’s room (not in an empty room, community area, etc.). Students may register their guests by emailing the Resident Director a minimum of 12 hours before the guest

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During residence hall visitation time, the following guidelines must be observed: • If a couple or a mixed group is in a residence hall room, the door must be completely propped open.

• All Student Handbook policies (including PDA guidelines) must be upheld.

• Members of the opposite sex must be out of the residence hall rooms promptly when Residence Hall visitation is officially over.

Please note: For the fall semester 2020, there will be no overnight guests allowed in the residence halls. There will also be no Friday/ Saturday Night Residence Hall Visitations (a.k.a. open dorms).

Quiet Hours In order to preserve a peaceful atmosphere conducive to study and relaxation, quiet hours are in effect between 12 a.m. (midnight) and 9 a.m. every day. Any action which interferes with another resident’s ability to study or sleep during this time is a violation. Please remember that the principle of consideration of other applies at all times. Students who disregard these guidelines will be assessed points. Students are encouraged to confront gently anyone making excessive noise.

Room Check Students are responsible for cleaning their own room. Residence Life staff will announce a weekly room check to help maintain College buildings and furniture and encourage clean and courteous behavior. Students should take room trash to the dumpster, properly store food and beverages, and keep the room floor clear of personal belongings. In addition, shared living spaces (where applicable) such as living rooms, kitchens and bathrooms should be cleaned.

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keep spaces clean. The Residence Life department believes highly in the importance of shared responsibility for students that are living together.

Resident Assistants will document weekly room check violations that could lead to fines for failing to keep living spaces clean. This is how the Residence Life staff will give warnings to educate students on what they may be fined for in their room or townhouse.

Three times a semester (typically once a month) the Resident Director will complete room checks for the entire dorm & townhouses. Students are expected to clean their entire room and shared living spaces. Failing to completely clean will result in a $10 fine. If a shared living space (kitchen, living room or bathroom) are not cleaned then every student responsible for that space will be fine $10.

The Resident Director reserves the right to schedule additional roominspections for students that have failed to maintain the College’s facilities to a responsible manner. Additional fine will occur. Students failing to respond appropriately to the College’s Room Check guidelines may be subject to disciplinary action.

End of Year Both the townhouses and residence hall rooms and bathrooms are to be cleaned prior to the occupant’s departure. If occupants of rooms choose not to clean their living spaces then an $50 cleaning fee will be charged per student. Students who share living spaces are expected to work together to leave their room the way they found it. The Residence Life department believes highly in the importance of shared responsibility for students that are living together.

CAUTION: DO NOT MIX BLEACH WITH ANY AMMONIA PRODUCT. POISONOUS GAS RESULTS FROM THIS COMBINATION.

Guidelines for Room Check

Self-contained Bathrooms (Woodlee-Ewing)

All windowsills, chairs, desktops, shelves, dressers, tables, etc. must be reasonably dust-free.

The floors must be swept each week and wet mopped as needed.

Bathtubs, showers, sinks, and toilets must be clean (no rings, accumulations of mold, hair, soap, toothpaste, etc.). All chrome areas must be reasonably clean. All mirrors must be clean.

Beds

Residence Hall Opening and Closing Dates

Dusting

The bed must be made.

Floors The floors must be swept, dry mopped, wet mopped (if needed), or vacuumed.

Scattered Articles

Each residence hall will open the day before students are required to be on campus. Students who wish to take occupancy* in their room before their required arrival date must make arrangements with their Resident Director.

Students will be charged for these extra days, as college room rates are based strictly on their semester occupancy.

Articles must not be in a state of disarray anywhere in the room (i.e. clothes on the floor, piles of clothing, scattered papers or books, misplaced chairs, etc.) A coat or sweater placed neatly on the back of the chair or books neatly stacked on the desk are acceptable.

Each residence hall will close at 10 a.m. on the Saturday following December commencement and at 4 p.m. on the day of May graduation.

Students who need to stay late must make arrangements with their Resident Director. Students will be charged for these extra days, as college room rates are based strictly on their semester occupancy.

Wastebasket

Please note: Due to Coronavirus, the above times and days will be changed to reflect the exam schedule of each semester.

The wastebasket must look presentable (not full to overflowing).

Remember, trash must be taken away to the dumpster. Wastebaskets cannot be placed in or next to the trashcan on your hallway.

Mirrors All mirrors must be clean.

Sink The sink area must be clean (no rings, accumulation of hair, soap, toothpaste, etc.). All chrome must be reasonably clean.

For a list of housing fees, see Fees and Fines on page 15.

Students who choose to remain on campus after their exams are completed are still subject to the Bryan College Handbook policies. *Occupancy is defined as moving a person and/or personal belongings into on-campus housing.

Residence Hall Check-In and Check-Out Information Upon checking into a college residence hall, each resident will be required to complete a “Room Status Report� on MyBryan. This report records the condition of the room to furnish our maintenance staff with a listing Bryan College Community Standards

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of necessary repairs. It is also used at checkout to determine the damage done to the room. This form should be filled out thoroughly and completely. If a resident fails to record a problem with the room at check-in and that problem is discovered at checkout, the resident will be charged for the repair cost.

Single Rooms Generally, there are two people living in each residence hall room. Students may request to have a single room for an additional charge. These rooms are assigned on a seniority basis established by completed credit hours and based on availability. No student is guaranteed a single room.

See Fees and Fines on page 33-34 for information regarding single-room charges.

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in the residence halls during break times. The following conditions apply for those staying on campus during breaks: • The student may be required to move to another housing area • The student is subject to student handbook guidelines • The student may be subject to special procedures during the time. In such cases, specific details will be sent in an email prior to break • Unless required to stay during the break by the college, the student will be charged rent for this time.

• Students are not allowed to stay in the residence halls during Christmas break unless they are required to stay due to involvement in a school-sponsored event.

See Fees and Fines on page 33-34 for information regarding additional housing fees.

General Information

Use of Residence Halls during Breaks

Storage

Residence Halls are not open during fall break or spring break. The hours for closing and re-opening of the residence hall will be announced and students are expected to regulate arrival and departure times to fall within these hours. College room rates are determined on the assumption that students will not occupy their rooms during breaks. In exceptional cases in which a student must remain on campus after his or her residence hall is closed, a student may request to stay on campus by completing a “Request to Stay on Campus over Break” form. With the exception of students staying for official collegesponsored events, students will be charged to stay

Any article placed in Bryan College storage rooms must be labeled with the owner’s name. Unmarked articles will be removed from storage and disposed of at the discretion of the college. The college is not responsible for articles lost, stolen, or damaged in storage. No flammable items are allowed in the storage closets. The college will dispose of items that were left elsewhere, including those in rooms, hallways, and stairwells. Note: There is no on-campus summer storage. Students should make other arrangements.

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Laundry Washing machines and dryers are provided in the laundry room of each residence hall and are for the exclusive use of its occupants.

Common Area Furnishings All furnishings in common areas (i.e. lounges, lobbies, kitchens, etc.) must remain in good condition and in the rooms where they have been placed. A fine will be assessed to students who violate these guidelines.

Residence Hall Televisions Each residence hall has a television for students to use.

Students are asked to be considerate of one another and remember Bryan College standards as they choose what they watch. Any devices connected to a residence hall TV must be approved by the Resident Director.

Hair cutting For health reasons, students are permitted to give haircuts only in the following locations.

• In their residence hall rooms (same sex) • Outside the residence hall.

Hair clippings must be cleaned up and discarded.

Hair coloring and hair bleaching is only allowed in personal showers. Students are expected to completely clean up after themselves and will be fined $25 plus the cost of repairing damage to the facilities if fail to do so.

See Fees and Fines on page 33-34 for information regarding hair bleaching fines.

Townhouses at Bryan Commons The Townhouses at Bryan Commons have been established as transitional housing for upperclassmen. As such, there are

certain policies that are different from those that have been set up for the residence halls.

Qualifications for the Townhouses As such, there are certain qualifications for those students wishing to live in them: • Must be an academic junior or senior by the end of the semester prior to seeking residency in the townhouses • Must be at least 20 years old by the end of the semester of requesting to move into the townhouses.

• Must be a student in good standing with the standards of community life. Students not in good standing may have the privilege of living in the townhouses revoked.

Visiting the Apartments of the Opposite Sex Members of the opposite sex may be in the common living spaces in the apartments during the following hours: 9 a.m. until midnight every day. No member of the opposite sex may be in any of the bedrooms.

All Student Handbook policies (including PDA guidelines) must be upheld.

Noise Level In order to preserve a peaceful atmosphere conducive to study and relaxation, noise from inside the building should not be audible outside. Inside the apartments, the noise level is determined by that apartment’s residents. Please remember that the principle of consideration of others applies at all times. Students who disregard these guidelines will be assessed warnings. Students are encouraged to gently confront anyone making excessive noise.

Use of Townhouse during Breaks Townhouse residents may stay in the townhouses during Fall, Thanksgiving, Spring and Easter breaks with no additional charge. Christmas Break students are allowed to stay until the Sunday after December graduation and return in January on the Friday before classes start. Students who choose to stay on campus during breaks are subject to the Bryan College Student Handbook guidelines.

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e. The complainant’s signature

Complaints

1. Hearing: For academic matters, the Vice President of Academics will convene a hearing with the student and the Academic Council. For non-academic matters the Chairperson of the Honor Council will convene a hearing with the student and the Honor Council. An at-large faculty representative will chair the Council for such hearings and supervisors from other areas of the college will be included when appropriate.

The Academic Council or the Honor Council shall respond with a written statement of the committee’s findings, the basis for those findings, and if necessary, recommendations for any corrective action that should be taken.

Situations may arise in which students believe they have not received fair treatment by a representative of the college or may have a complaint about the performance, action, or inaction of a member of the staff or faculty. A complaint should be directed as soon as possible to the person or persons whose actions or inactions have given rise to the complaint. Every effort should be made to resolve the problem fairly and promptly to this level.

If this matter is not resolved to their satisfaction, students should pursue the following procedures. In the case of academic matters, students should contact the Vice President of Academics. In the case of non-academic matters, students should contact the Dean of Students.

The Vice President of Academics or the Dean of Students will serve as a mediator to initiate a satisfactory resolution through communication, discussion, and correction when appropriate. If the complaint relates to the Vice President or the Dean, the student should submit the complaint to the President of Bryan College.

If the student is not satisfied with the results, the following formal procedure should be pursued: 1. Filing a Written Complaint: The student should file a written complaint with the appropriate official mentioned above including the following: a. A statement describing the complaint in the clearest possible terms b. A clear and concise statement of the evidence upon which the allegation is based c. A description of the action taken by the institution to date d. Full disclosure about any other external channels the complainant is pursuing

1. Records: The Vice President for Academics and the Dean of Students are responsible for keeping a record of all formal complaints brought to them.

2. If a student feels that appropriate action was not taken on an issue that is governed by Tennessee state law, he or she may take steps to appeal to the appropriate state agency. This link, http://www.ticua.org/about/ complaint, gives information on how to do so.

Complaints relating to quality of education or accreditation requirements shall be referred to the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools (SACS), (http://www. sacscoc.org/pdf/081705/complaintpolicy.pdf); Complaints related to the application of state laws or rules related to approval to operate or licensure of a particular professional program within a postsecondary institution shall be referred to the appropriate State Board (i.e., State Boards of Health, State Board of Education, and so on) within the Tennessee State Government and shall be reviewed and handled by that licensing board (http://www.tn.gov, and then search for the appropriate division);

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Complaints related to state consumer protection laws (e.g., laws related to fraud or false advertising) shall be referred to the Tennessee Division of Consumer Affairs and shall be reviewed and handled by that Unit (http://www.tn.gov/ consumer/).

Student Rights: Hearings and Appeals (non-academic) College officials may enact appropriate discipline without consultation with the Honor Council. A hearing with the Honor Council may be called, however, in cases involving serious violations of college standards, such as those that might call for suspension or expulsion, or if the college official administering the discipline is uncertain about appropriate course of action.

If a student receives disciplinary action below the level of probation and believes it to be inappropriate, the student may consult with the individual giving the discipline. It is the student’s responsibility to check with the Office of Student Life if there is any question about the accuracy of records. If the student is not satisfied or does not understand the conditions of the penalty, he or she may appeal to the Dean of Students. Matters of a more serious nature as described below may be taken to the Honor Council.

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may request a hearing before the Honor Council if he or she believes the enacted discipline is inappropriate. This request must be made in writing to the Chair of the Honor Council. Consequently, the decision of the Honor Council may affirm the discipline already given, reduce or eliminate the discipline, or enact greater or additional disciplinary measures.

The Honor Council The Honor Council is made up of representatives of the Student Life staff, faculty, and the student body. Ad hoc members of the committee may include a student’s academic advisor, coach, resident director or other faculty or staff member who is well acquainted with the student.

At the discretion of the Honor Council, individuals with pertinent information may be called in to give testimony. All disciplinary hearings and appeals are closed to all other individuals including attorneys.

Proceedings of the Honor Council are confidential. The college will, upon written request, disclose to the alleged victim of a crime of violence or a non-forcible sex offense or to the alleged victim’s next of kin the results of any institutional disciplinary proceeding dealing with that crime or offense.

The Board of Appeals The Board of Appeals hears appeals of serious cases involving disciplinary probation, suspension, or expulsion from the college. The purpose of this committee is to evaluate due process and whether the college followed procedures properly. The committee does not evaluate the appropriateness of disciplinary action. The committee is made up of staff and faculty appointed by the President of Bryan College and the Vice President of Academics. Any student who wishes to make an appeal to the Board of Appeal must notify the Chair of the Honor Council in writing.

Office of Student Life concerning students whose readmission to the college for the coming semester(s) is being denied on disciplinary grounds in cases that have not come before the Honor Council. The committee, which functions between semesters and at the end of the academic year, may reaffirm a decision or recommend that the decision be reconsidered.

General Information Student Activities Any activities sponsored by student groups must be approved by the appropriate faculty advisor and/or Office of Student Life. Major events should be coordinated through Student Life.

Using/Reserving Facilities

Any room or building area (classroom, lobbies, lounges, Brock Hall, Rudd stage and auditorium, practice rooms, etc.) used for student gatherings, parties, game nights, dinners, etc. must be reserved in advance. Students are not permitted to use these areas without prior approval. When groups or organizations wish to reserve a room or building area, they must contact the following offices: • Registrar: any classroom, including those in the Student Life Center and Rudd for use during regular business hours, M-F, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

• Student Life: Student Center Kiosk, Lions’ Den, Student Life Suite, intramural field, Quad, sand volleyball areas, Aerobic room • Athletic Director: the gym and athletic fields

Readmission Review Committee

• Student Services: any classrooms for use during weekends, breaks, or after 5 p.m.; Common Grounds, Rudd Auditorium, Brock Hall

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Junior/Senior Banquet Attendance at the Junior / Senior Banquet is limited to Bryan College faculty, staff, junior and senior class members and their guests. Anyone planning to attend must sign up before the posted deadline.

For a student to have the right to attend the Junior / Senior banquet, the student be a social junior or senior, an academic junior or senior by the beginning of the semester JR/SR is held and graduating by May of the following year.

College food service will continue as usual for students not attending this banquet.

Initiations (Hazing) In accordance with Tennessee State Law (49-7-123), hazing and initiation activities which can do mental or bodily harm to a person, or which may be offensive to the dignity of an individual, are prohibited. Students may not be forced against their will to do anything they do not want to do.

Bryan Community Standards Revision Procedure Suggested Bryan Community Standards revisions may be submitted at any time to the Student Government Association (SGA) Senate or to the Office of Student Life. The SGA will examine all suggestions and present those approved to the Student Life Committee with their recommendations.

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action. Those revisions that are approved by the Administrative Cabinet will be incorporated into the Bryan Community Standards for the following school year.

Campus Communication Important communication is sent to the campus community through e-mail via bryannews twice daily during regular business hours or via the weekly Announcer. The information sent from administrative offices via e-mail or in the Announcer carries the same authority as the Bryan Community Standards. Each student is responsible for knowing and adhering to this information.

General notices to students must be sent utilizing one of the following: • An -email message sent via bryannews (contact the Student Life Administrative Assistant).

• Notices posted on student bulletin boards (must be approved by the Office of Student Life).

• The weekly Announcer (contact the secretary/ receptionist in the Office of the President) • Chapel announcement (must be approved at least a week in advance).

Mail The mailroom is open to purchase stamps and mail or pick up packages.

Use of the Bryan College mailroom is limited to official college business and personal student use.

Intramural mail service is provided for all members of the college community. A name and box number must appear on all intramural mail.

Any item smaller than 4 1/4” by 5 1/2” will not be accepted. Only letters, cards, and notes will be accepted for delivery to college mailboxes. Candy, flowers, fruit, etc. should be taken to the Office of Student Life. It is the

sending student’s responsibility to notify the receiving individual that he or she has a package in the Office of Student Life.

Public Postings Notices and public postings are not to be posted on building walls or on building entry doors. Notices placed in these areas will be removed and discarded without notification.

Illness and Medical Emergencies Appointments for doctors and dentists should be scheduled around classes. Classes missed for such appointments or due to illness will not be automatically excused. Allowed cuts should be utilized for such necessities. In the event of prolonged sickness or injuries, students may submit a written appeal to the Academic Council through the Vice President of Academics for additional class cuts.

Image Release Policy Students should understand that photographers and videographers will be present at many college functions or public locations (e.g., athletic contests, chapel, the triangle, classrooms, etc.) where there is no reasonable expectation of privacy. The college’s Image Release Policy reserves the right to use photographs and videos of campus facilities and scenes, events, faculty, staff, and students taken in such areas, provided the images do not violate the privacy of the subject.

These images may be used on the Bryan College website and in various promotional items including but not limited to news releases, brochures, advertisements, etc., at the college’s discretion. Student should understand that the college shall have the right to alter and

composite any such images without restriction and without student approval.

In areas where a reasonable expectation of privacy exists, Bryan College will not photograph or video students without their permission.

Occasionally, students may be asked to appear in publications and invited to photo shoots. On these occasions, students will be provided information of how their images or testimonials will be used and be offered a release of information to be signed.

All photographs taken for Bryan College are the property of Bryan College and may be used for Bryan College promotional purposes (e.g. electronic and printed publications, web sites, classroom use, college ads, etc.), and will be used without compensation to those photographed, unless specific arrangements for that purpose are made.

In all cases, should a student object to having his or her photograph made, it is the responsibility of the student – not the photographer – to either inform the photographer / videographer or remove himself / herself from the scene being photographed.

Lost-and-Found Lost or found items should be reported to or taken to the Student Services and Ministries. After two weeks, all unclaimed lost-and-found articles will be discarded.

Personal Property Students are strongly encouraged to keep their rooms locked. The college is not responsible for students’ personal property. Students should check their family or individual homeowners’ policies to determine if their belongings are insured.

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Solicitation No solicitation, collection, and/or campaign for funds are to be made among students except by permission of the Dean of Students.

Student Records Policy Disciplinary Records: Student disciplinary records are kept in the Office of Student Life. Only appropriate college officials and personnel have access to these files. Academic disciplinary records are kept in the Academic Office. Academic Records are maintained permanently in the Office of the Registrar.

Campus Parking Policies Vehicle Registration and Parking Motor vehicles may be used on the Bryan campus upon proper registration of the vehicle and compliance with federal, state, local, and college regulations. This includes adequate insurance coverage, which meets or exceeds the State of Tennessee minimum liability coverage.

Violators will be assessed fines for each infraction (see “Disciplinary Procedures). Repeated violations may lead to a loss or restriction of operating a vehicle on campus and parking privileges.

The campus-wide speed limit is 15 miles per hour.

Students are encouraged to use caution when loaning their vehicle to other students. Each student is responsible for his or her vehicle even if it is being used by another student.

All vehicles, other than those used for official college use, are to remain on roadways and in designated parking areas at all times. Vehicles traversing through or parking on grassy areas or sidewalks will be ticketed and may be towed at the owner’s expense.

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Extended maintenance and cleaning of student vehicles is to be done off campus. Students are not to perform vehicle maintenance (including oil changes and car washing) on college property.

Visitor parking permits are available from the Office of Student Services and Ministries and the Admissions Office.

Vehicle Registration All students are required to register their vehicles on the MyBryan site under the “Tools” menu item using the “Parking Registration” link and to pay the Parking Registration fee in the Business Office. Students residing in the dorms can choose either Premium ($175) parking as long as it is available or Standard/Resident parking ($125). Commuters register as Standard/Resident ($125) as well. Townhouse parking is for those living in the townhouses ($125).

Parking Regulations Bryan College parking permits for resident, townhouse and commuter students must be displayed at all times while student vehicles are on campus. Parking permits must remain on the vehicle to which they are assigned. If a student changes vehicles, the information for the new vehicle should be submitted to the Office of Student Services and Ministries. This includes the vehicle make, model, year, color, license tag number and state that the vehicle is registered in.

Student vehicles are to be parked in their assigned lot at all times that the vehicle is on campus. Parking lot assignments remain in effect 24/7.

Any student vehicle parked in a location other than their designated parking area may be ticketed at any time.

Parking is not permitted in reserved spaces, grassy areas, or adjacent to any driveway or entryway.

If a student is not going to have a vehicle on campus for which a permit was purchased, the permit may be turned in to the Office of Student Services and Ministries for a refund. Student vehicles

parked in campus parking lots without a permit are subject to being booted or towed.

Parking permits may be revoked or withheld if serious or repeated violations occur. A student whose permit has been revoked or withheld will not be allowed to operate a vehicle on campus.

There is $75 fine for parking in marked fire lanes. Fire lane areas include the areas around the dorms and the gym. Please be advised that during a fire firefighters are authorized to use fire trucks to push cars blocking the fire lane, for which the fire department is not liable since the vehicle was parked in a fire lane.

Bryan College parking patrol monitors the parking lots at random times during the week and weekends. Refer to the “Parking Regulations” you received when you registered your vehicle for a complete list of fines that may be given upon violations of the above regulations.

Grassy Areas and Sidewalks • Vehicles traversing through or parking on grassy areas or sidewalks will be ticketed.

• The use of grassy areas for golfing or golfing practice of any kind is strictly prohibited.

• Hammocks, eno, etc. should be no higher than five feet off the ground.

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Computer Use Guidelines Purpose The purpose of technology resources at Bryan College is to support the college’s mission of educating students to become servants of Christ to make a difference in today’s world.

The primary purpose of the networks and Internet access is to provide academic resources to help students achieve their scholastic goals.

Other legal uses of the networks such as gaming, entertainment, socializing, and all other activities not directly related to the pursuit of academic excellence are not prohibited, but will not be afforded the same level of support as resources pertaining to the purpose of the college’s computer networks.

Policy Current faculty, staff, and students are provided with user accounts; guests may be granted temporary, short-term access. Anyone using the college’s computer networks does so under expectation of adherence to the policies set forth below. Failure to comply with said policies may result in disciplinary action via the appropriate office, up to and including termination of employment or expulsion from the institution.

Any action deemed illegal in nature may be reported to the appropriate law enforcement agencies.

Acceptable Use Policy Purpose The purpose of technology resources at Bryan College is to support the college’s mission of educating students to become servants of Christ to make a difference in today’s world.

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The primary purpose of the networks and Internet access and other college resources is to provide academic resources to help students achieve their scholastic goals. Other legal uses of the networks including gaming, entertainment, socializing, and all other activities not directly related to the pursuit of academic excellence are not prohibited, but will not be afforded the same level of support as resources pertaining to the primary purpose of the college’s computer networks.

Policy Current faculty, staff, and students are provided with user accounts; guests may be granted temporary, short-term access. Anyone using the college’s computer networks does so under expectation of adherence to the policies set forth below. Failure to comply with said policies may result in disciplinary action via the appropriate office, up to and including termination of employment or expulsion from the institution.

Any action deemed illegal in nature will be reported to the appropriate law enforcement agencies.

“Acceptable use” includes, but is not limited to: • Using the networks for course work, research, correspondence, and collaboration among the Bryan College community. These activities are the primary purpose of the college’s networks and receive the highest level of support and priority • Taking responsibility to learn and understand how to use the hardware and software resources you have been given to perform the essential duties of your job or coursework • Adhering to copyright laws and respecting the intellectual property of others • Abiding by the expectations and standards set forth in the student, faculty, and staff handbooks

• Accessing entertainment, social, or gaming sites is acceptable, but it is not guaranteed, nor will it receive the same support as the activities outlined in item one of this section • Treating the property of the college with respect, as if it were your own

“Unacceptable use” includes but is not limited to: • Accessing remote sites without proper authorization (more commonly known as “hacking”) is strictly forbidden and is a violation of the Tennessee Code Annotated, which states suitable punishment for violators • Accessing, downloading, or displaying obscene, erotic, or pornographic materials • Transmission of threatening or harassing materials • Using the networks or other college resources for commercial purposes of for-profit activities including but not limited to: Bitcoin and other crypto currency generating and other non-college related business • Using the college email system or network to send mass emails not approved by the college.

• Violating copyright laws or using the networks for plagiarism or any other dishonest activity • Installing software or hardware that has not been authorized by I.T. services • Installing hardware on the college’s networks including Wireless Access Points, printers, or similar items. Hardware shall only be installed on the wired network by I.T. Services.

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• Using another person’s credentials or providing your credentials to be used by another person • Activities that embarrass, denigrate, or libel an individual or organization.

• Activities that imply College endorsement of any commercial products/services other than those approved by the College.

• Operate a WiFi broadcasting device including but not limited to WiFi Hotspots, WiFi enabled printers, WiFi routers.

Any person found to be in violation of any of the aforementioned policies will be subject to disciplinary action.

Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Policy Due to varying convictions among Christians and potentially harmful and destructive effects of alcohol and drugs, and in compliance with the federal Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Regulations, Bryan College has adopted the following policy.

The possession or use of alcohol, illegal drugs, or tobacco is prohibited. The smoking of any other substances is also prohibited. In addition, students are not to abuse legal or prescription substances. The use or possession of narcotics, illegal drugs, or alcoholic beverages is grounds for immediate suspension.

Bryan College will impose disciplinary sanctions, up to and including expulsion and referral for prosecution, on students found in violation of this policy. A condition of continuance may include the completion of an appropriate rehabilitation program.

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ingested. A student is subject to testing to show proof of a physical condition free from the unlawful and/or inappropriate use of controlled or illegal substances or the use of prescription medication for which the student does not have a valid prescription or which a student is using in a manner inconsistent with a physician’s directions. Drug testing (at the college’s expense) will be required whenever the Dean of Students, or his/her designee, suspect or have reason to believe that a student might be engaging in the unlawful and/ or inappropriate use of a controlled or illegal substance, or the inappropriate use or abuse of a prescription medication, whether on or off campus.

or inappropriate use or abuse of a prescription medication, whether on or off campus, will result in disciplinary action including, but not limited to, suspension or expulsion from the college.

Reasonable grounds for requiring a student to submit to a drug test may include, but are not limited to, the following:

Students suspected of alcohol consumption may be requested to take a breath analysis test. Refusal to take the test when requested will be interpreted as an admission of alcohol consumption. Students who are confronted with suspicion of consuming will be offered or may immediately request to use the breath analysis test to confirm their innocence. Students are responsible for any possession or consumption of alcohol that occurs in a campus residence or vehicle if they are present in the room or vehicle whether or not they themselves have been drinking or in possession of alcohol. Residents who discover a violation of the college’s alcohol policy are to report it to Residence Life Staff. Violations of the college’s alcohol policy by commuter students should be reported to the Dean of Students or Assistant Dean of Students

• Incoherent communication or inexplicable behavior • A pattern of tardiness and/or absenteeism from class • Suspicious odors on person, clothing, and/or other property • Sudden, inexplicable decline in academic performance • Possession of drug paraphernalia • Prior positive drug test results • Arrest, citation, or conviction for a substance-related offense by college or public law enforcement authorities • Observation of substance use or physical symptoms or manifestations of impairment, incoherency, or erratic, inexplicable conduct • A report of substance abuse or use provided by a reliable and credible source A student who refuses to submit to a request for drug testing from an authorized college official, refuses to authorize the release of test results to the college, or tampers with a drug test sample will be disciplined up to and including expulsion from the college. A positive drug test that confirms that a student has engaged in the unlawful or inappropriate use and/or abuse of controlled or illegal substances,

Drug testing will be conducted at a lab selected by the college and certified to conduct drug testing.

Alcohol Testing Policy

When students tested for drugs as a condition of participation in a college program (such as athletics) test positive, the results will be reported to the Office of Student Life for appropriate disciplinary actions. Additional standards of conduct, disciplinary standards, and procedures are found in this handbook.

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Health Risks The following is a summary of known health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol. The federal government provided part of the summary, and Bryan College does not guarantee its accuracy.

Effects of Alcohol Abuse Acute: Alcohol consumption causes a number of marked changes in behavior.

Even low doses significantly impair the judgment and coordination required to drive a car safely, increasing the likelihood that the driver will be involved in an accident. Accidents are the leading cause of death among individuals aged fifteen to twenty-four years. Most are related to drinking and driving. Poor decisions and aggressive acts such as sexual assault are almost always associated with alcohol use. Low to moderate doses of alcohol also increase the incidence of a variety of aggressive acts, including spouse and child abuse. Moderate to high doses of alcohol cause marked impairments in higher mental functions, severely altering a person’s ability to learn and remember information. Very high doses cause respiratory depression and death.

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the central nervous system, much lower doses of alcohol will produce the effects just described.

Chronic: Repeated use of alcohol can lead to dependence. Sudden cessation of alcohol intake is likely to produce withdrawal symptoms, including severe anxiety, tremors, hallucinations, and convulsions. Alcohol withdrawal can be life threatening. Long-term consumption of large quantities of alcohol, particularly when combined with poor nutrition, can also lead to permanent damage to vital organs such as the brain and the liver. Some studies suggest that brain cells are actually permanently lost (killed) by high levels of alcohol.

Effects of Other Drugs Women who drink alcohol during pregnancy give birth to infants with fetal alcohol syndrome. These infants have irreversible physical abnormalities and mental retardation. In addition, research indicates that children of alcoholic parents are a greater risk than other youngsters of becoming alcoholics.

Effects of Other Drugs Marijuana: Marijuana and related compounds are usually used for their “relaxation” effects or to produce an altered sense of reality – a “high.” Disorders of memory (loss) and mood often occur in chronic users.

Cocaine (stimulant): Cocaine, crack, and all related forms are usually used for stimulation and to produce a sense of euphoria. All forms of cocaine are highly addictive, producing a habit that is extremely difficult to stop. In some individuals, cocaine may produce fatal cardiac rhythm disturbances.

Amphetamines (stimulants): Amphetamines, and their new derivatives “crystal,” “ice,” and Ecstasy, are used for stimulation. These compounds are very addictive and may produce psychotic and violent behaviors.

LSD & PCP (hallucinogens): These chemicals are used to produce “altered states” to escape reality. They are very dangerous and can cause psychosis.

Valium, Barbiturates, etc. (depressants): These and other prescription drugs of this type are usually used for their sedative or hypnotic effects. Some of these drugs are highly

addictive, and others can cause seizures (convulsions) in individuals who take them over long periods of time. These drugs can be fatal if mixed with alcohol or other depressants.

Heroine, Codeine, etc. (narcotics): These are some of the most addictive substances known. They produce a high or euphoria.

Withdrawal can produce convulsions or even coma. Overdose is common and can result in death. Needle drug uses are in high-risk group for infection with the human immunodeficiency virus, though to be the cause of AIDS. Other: Many medications and drugs have potential for abuse. If you have concerns or questions, ask for professional advice.

For further information on commonly abuse drugs go to the National Institute on Drug Abuse at http://www.drugabuse.gov.

Resources As a Christ-centered, educational institution, the college is primarily concerned with helping the individual student achieve academic and spiritual success. When health problems do arise, the college may assist and guide a student whose mental or physical health is threatened.

Should students or their friends have a problem with alcohol or other drugs, there are several places on campus where one can receive assistance: • The Resident Assistant (RA) or Resident Director (RD) is available to listen to students with such problems and make a referral if necessary.

• The Counseling Services located in Latimer Student Center, has professional counselors.

Several drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers are found locally. Bryan College is not responsible for the quality of treatment at these facilities.

• Rhea County Medical Center, 9400 Rhea County Highway, Dayton, TN 37321 (423-775-1121) • C.A.D.A.S., 207 Spears Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37421 (423-756-7644) • HCA Valley Hospital, 2200 Morris Hill Road, Chattanooga, TN 37421 • Young Life Center, 516 Cherokee Blvd., Chattanooga, TN 37405 • Cleveland Community Hospital, 2800 Westside Drive, Cleveland, TN 37312 (423-339-4134) • SUMA, 632 Morrison Springs Road, Red Bank, TN 37415 • Greenleaf Center, 500 Greenleaf Circle, Ft. Oglethorpe, GA 30742 (423-861-4357)

Procedures for Reporting Crime or Emergencies In cases of emergencies, the appropriate emergency services should be called immediately. All complaints should be reported to: • the Office of Student Life -423-775-7209 (during office hours) • to a Resident Director or the RD on duty 423-521-5454 (after hours) • Night Watch: 423-718-6696 • Bryan Campus Dayton Police Dept. Officer: 423.443.0004 • Dayton City Police Department 423-775-3876 • Call 911 (emergencies only) Report all emergencies and crimes as soon as possible.

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Access to Facilities Unauthorized entry into campus facilities constitutes a basis for immediate disciplinary action.

the pertinent information is available. Upon first issuance of the timely warning, not all of the facts surrounding a criminal incident or incidents may be included; however, additional information will continue to be provided at a later time.

Discrimination Policy Statement

Campus Security Awareness/Education

The following policy is issued for guidance of all students, employees, and prospective students and employees:

Students are made aware of security procedures and maintain their own security through the following means:

Bryan College does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, national origin, ethnic group, or disability in the education programs and activities which it operates according to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and Title IX of the Education Amendment of the 1972, Public Law 93-112.

This policy extends to both employment and admission the college.

1. New student orientation, held annually at the beginning of the fall semester

Inquiries concerning Title IX and Section 504 should be directed as follows:

4. Educational pamphlets

Title IX

Section 504

Title IX Coordinator VP for Finance Bryan College Bryan College 721 Bryan Drive 721 Bryan Drive Dayton, TN 37321 Dayton, TN 37321

Timely Warnings: In the event that a situation arises on our campus, that is in the judgment of the Dean of Students or other designee constitutes an ongoing or continuing threat, a campus wide ‘timely warning’ will be issued through the college’s emergency alert system which will send the alert via text, voice and email messaging.

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2. Monthly residence hall meetings 3. Bryan Community Standards-distributed annually

Bryan Statements on Human Sexuality, Gender Identification and Human Life can all be found in the Bryan College Catalog at https:// www.bryan.edu/academics/catalog/

Library The Bryan College Library offers students a variety of resources and services. Available resources include reference help, interlibrary loan service, PCs for online resources, self-service copy, printing and laminating, as well as housing the Academic Support Center with tutoring, test proctoring, and ADA services.

Federal/State Provisions: Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Information regarding FERPA can be found in the Bryan College Catalog at: https://www.bryan.edu/academics/catalog/

Disability Policy Statement For students with disabilities (as defined by Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990), Bryan College takes an individual, holistic approach in providing, as required by law, reasonable accommodations.

Eligible students must formally notify the college of their disability, either at the time of admission or before accommodation is requested.

The notification must be in writing, must include appropriate documentation, and must be submitted to the ADA Coordinator.

Documentation required (to be obtained by the student at his or her expense) includes a formal medical evaluation by a physician or learning specialist (for learning disabilities), a description of what specific accommodations have been offered in the past, and what specific needs and services will be requested from Bryan College.

Examples of alternative aids that may be appropriate include taped texts, note takers, interpreters, readers (for test taking only), additional time on tests, and alternative methods of assessment. The college is not required to supply students with attendants, individually prescribed devices such as hearing aids and wheelchairs, readers for personal use or study, other devices or services of a personal nature, or incompletes/ extended semesters. The courts have also ruled that colleges are not required to lower the standards of any program, make fundamental

alterations in the essential nature of a program, or assume undue financial or administrative burdens.

The ADA Coordinator works under the supervision of the Vice President of Academics. She or he considers a student’s request and documentation and then determines what specific services will be offered. The Coordinator then provides the minimum expectations for accommodations. These accommodations are provided to the student on a Syllabus Addendum form that they must take to the faculty of each course, who will fill out the form. A completed Syllabus Addendum must be completed for each course within the first 10 business days of the semester or within 10 business days of a diagnosis/approval by the ADA coordinator. Once the provisions are understood by both the faculty member and the student, the original copy must be turned into the Office of the Registrar. The student or his/her professor may appeal the decision of the ADA Coordinator to the Academic Appeals Committee, which will make a final determination on behalf of the college. For more information, contact the ADA Coordinator at 423-775-7173.

Immunization Information The Tennessee Department of Health has immunization requirements for those who attend college. The requirements can befound in the Tennessee Department of Health Rules. Below is a list of required immunizations.

MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella): 2 doses.

Varicella (Chicken Pox): 2 doses or credible history of the disease.

A brief summary of the required immunizations for colleges is listed in the TN Immunization Requirements Summary Table: https://www. tn.gov/content/dam/tn/health/documents/immunizationrequirements/ tenniis/TN_Immunization_Summary_Table.pdf

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Note: any student for whom we do not have the above information will be required to be vaccinated at their expense prior to registration.

Alcohol and Controlled Substances The Drug-Free Schools and Community Act requires the college to prevent students, faculty, and staff from using, distributing, or possessing illegal drugs and alcohol on college property or at college activities. The college is also required to explain the risks that drug and alcohol use may cause to one’s health. Failure to have such a program will jeopardize the institution’s qualification for federal funding or financial aid to students.

State of Tennessee Sanctions This document contains a summary of state and federal sanction for the unlawful use of illicit drugs and alcohol.

Portions of the summary were provided by the federal government, and while the summary is a good faith effort to provide information, Bryan College does not guarantee its accuracy. Under state law, it is unlawful for any person under the age of twenty-one (21) to buy, possess, transport (unless in the course of their employment), or consume alcoholic beverages for or furnish them for any purpose to anyone under twenty-one years of age. These offenses are classified Class A Misdemeanors punishable by imprisonment for not more than eleven months and twenty-nine days, or a fine of not more than $2,500 or both. (T.C.A. § 1-3-113, 39-15-404, 57-5-301.) The offense of public intoxication is a Class C Misdemeanor punishable by imprisonment of not more than thirty days or a fine of not more than $50, or both. (T.C.A. § 39-

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17-310.) Under Tennessee law, the offense of possession or casual exchange of a controlled substance (such as marijuana) is punishable as a Class A Misdemeanor (eleven months twenty-nine days and/or a fine of $2500). For the third of subsequent offense of possession of ½ oz. or less of marijuana, punishment is one to six years of imprisonment and a $3,000 fine. If there is an exchange from a person over twentyone years of age to a person under twenty-one, the older person is at least two years older than the younger, and the older person knows the younger is under twenty-one years of age, then the offense is classified as a felony. (T.C.A. § 39-17-417, 21 U.S.C. § 801, et. Seq.; T.C.A. § 39-17-417). Possession of more than ½ oz. of marijuana under circumstances where intent to resell may be implicit is punishable by one to six years of imprisonment and a $5,000 fine for the first offense.

State penalties for possession of substantial quantities of a controlled substance or for manufacturing or distribution range up to a maximum of fifteen to sixteen years of imprisonment and a $5,000 fine for the first offense.

State penalties for possession of substantial quantities of a controlled substance or manufacturing or distribution range up to a maximum of fifteen to sixteen years of imprisonment and a $500,000 fine. (Title 39, T.C.A., Chapter 17.) For example, possession of more than twenty-six grams of cocaine is punishable by eight to thirty years of imprisonment and a $200,000 fine for the first offense.

more prior drug convictions: at least ninety days in prison, not to exceed three years, and a fine of at least $5,000 but not more than $250,000 or both.

21 U.S.C. 853(a)(2) and 881(a)(7): Forfeiture of personal and real property used to possess or to facilitate possession of a controlled substance if that offense is punishable by more than one year of imprisonment 21 U.S.C. 881(a)(4): Forfeiture of vehicles, boats, aircraft, or any other conveyance used to transport or conceal a controlled substance [An automobile may be impounded in cases involving any controlled substance in any amount.]

21 U.S.C. 884(a): Civil fine of up to $10,000 (pending adoption of final regulations).

21 U.S.C. 853(a): Denial of federal benefits, such as student loans, grants, contracts, and professional and commercial licenses, up to one year for first offense, up to five years for second and subsequent offenses.

18 U.S.C. 922(g): Ineligibility to receive or purchase a firearm Miscellaneous: Revocation of certain federal licenses and benefits, e.g. pilot licenses, public housing tenancy, are vested within the authorities of individual federal agencies.

The state may, under certain circumstances, impound a vehicle used to transport or conceal controlled substances.

Information for Crime Victims about Disciplinary Proceedings

United State Penalties and Sanctions for Illegal Possession of a Controlled Substance 21 U.S.C 844(a)

In accordance with federal law, HEOA Sec. 493 (a) (1) (A) amended HEA Sec. 487 (a) (20 U.S.C. 1094) (a): added HEA Sec. 487 (a) (26), Bryan College must upon written request, disclose to the alleged victim of any crime of violence or non-forcible sex offenses, the results of any disciplinary proceeding conducted by the institution against a student who is the alleged perpetrator of such crime or offense. If the alleged

First conviction: Up to one year imprisonment and a fine of at least $1,000 but not more than $100,000, or both. After on prior drug conviction: at least fifteen days in prison, not to exceed two years, and a fine of at least $2,500 but not more than $250,000 or both. After two or

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victim is deceased as a result of the crime or offense, the information shall be provided, upon request, to the next of kin of the alleged victim.

This provision applies to any disciplinary proceeding conducted by the institution on or after August 14, 2009.

Missing Persons In accordance with federal law HEOA Sec. 488 (g) amended HEA Sec. 485 (20 U.S.C. 1092): added HEA Sec. 485 (j); HEOA amendment effective August 14, 2008; August 21, 2009 NPRM (revised 34 CFR 668.41 (a), added 34 CFR 668.46 (b) (14) and 34 DFR 668.46 (h), which requires an institution that provides any on-campus student housing facility to include in its annual security report a statement of policy regarding missing student notification procedures for students who reside in on-campus student housing facilities, Bryan College has the following policy: • Upon determining that a resident student has been missing for 24 hours, the Dean of Students or the Assistant Dean of Students will notify the local law enforcement agency.

• The Dean of Students or the Assistant Dean of Students will notify the contact person that has been designated by the student (this contact will be registered confidentially.)

• If the missing student is under 18 years of age and not emancipated, Bryan College will (as required by law) notify a custodial parent or guardian within 48 hours when the student is determined to be missing (if such person is different from the contact person designated by the student).

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student or volunteers at an institution of higher education in the state of Tennessee, he or she must complete or update the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) sexual offender registration/monitoring form and deliver it to TBI headquarters in Nashville. As defined in section 40-39201 et seq. of the Tennessee Code, a “sexual offender” means a person who is, or has been, convicted in this state of committing a sexual offense or who is, or has been, convicted in another state or another country or who is, or has been, convicted in a federal or military court of committing an act that would be constituted a sexual offense if it had been committed in this state. A “sexual offense” means the commission of acts including but not limited to aggravated and statutory rape, sexual battery, sexual exploitation of a minor, aggravated prostitution, and kidnapping.

Both laws designate certain information concerning a registered sexual offender as public information and therefore amend and supersede the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and other federal and state laws that previously prohibited the disclosure of such personal information. Since the laws require the publication of information pertaining to sexual offenders employed, enrolled or volunteering at an educational institution, said publication does not constitute grounds for a grievance or complaint under institutional or Tennessee Board of Regents policies or procedures.

In compliance with the federal Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act and the Tennessee College and University Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act of 2002, members of the campus community may obtain the most recent information received from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation (TBI) concerning sex offenders employed, enrolled or volunteering at this institution from the Dayton Police Department Officer assigned to Bryan College. Information is also available on the TBI’s web site listing of sex offenders: http://www.tbi.state.tn.us/sorint/SOMainpg.aspx.

The Clery Act Requirements: The law is named for Jeanne Clery, a 19-year-old Lehigh University freshman who was raped and murdered by another student, Joseph Henry, in her campus residence hall in 1986. The Clery Act, signed in 1990, was originally known as the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act. The Jeanne Clery Act was enacted in the belief that crime awareness can prevent campus victimization. The law requires colleges and universities receiving federal funding to prepare, publish, and distribute, by October 1 of each year, campus security policies and crime statistics.

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, more commonly known as the Clery Act, requires that colleges and universities: • Publish an annual report by October 1 that contains three (3) years of campus crime and fire safety statistics and certain campus security policy statements; • Disclose crime statistics for the campus, public areas immediately adjacent to or running through the campus, and certain non-campus facilities and remote classrooms. The statistics must be gathered from campus police or security, local law enforcement, and other university officials who have “significant responsibility forstudent and campus activities”; • Provide timely warning notices of those crimes that have occurred and pose an ongoing threat to students and employees; • Implement emergency notification procedures if there is an immediate threat to the health or safety of students or employees on campus; • Disclose in a public crime log “any crime that occurred on campus . . . or within the patrol jurisdiction of the campus police or the campus security department and is reported to the campus police or security department”; and • Maintain in a public fire log a record of any fire that occurred in an on-campus student housing facility.

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