Statement from CCC President

In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, only directory information about students or former students will be disclosed to any person or agency without the written permission of the student except: (1) CCC administrators and instructors, (2) certain federal officials specified in the act, (3) stated educational authorities, (4) accrediting agencies, (5) upon receipt of proper judicial orders, or (6) officials of other schools in which the student seeks to enroll or has enrolled. At the request of the student, directory information will be withheld. Upon written request the student may inspect information in his or her official file and will be given the opportunity to challenge information considered inaccurate.

College practices concerning the confidentiality of student records are available on request from the Admissions Office.

College policy and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 states that the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illegal drugs, alcohol, and cereal malt beverages by students or employees on the property of Colby Community College or during activities involving the college is strictly prohibited.

Colby Community College annually distributes the college security report as required by the Student Right-To-Know and Campus Security Act of 1990.

Catalog Information Disclaimer

This catalog is informational only and does not constitute a contract. The College reserves the right to change, modify or alter without notice all fees, charges, tuition, expenses and costs of any kind. The college reserves the right to add or delete without notice any course offering or information contained in this catalog.

Catalog Change Procedure

Catalog changes are reviewed annually in the spring. The Trojan Advising Center staff sends the forms to faculty in February and checks the systemwide transfer courses. The Request for Catalog Change form should be submitted to the Division Chair. The Division Chair adds it to the Academic Council agenda. Academic Council reviews all course description, curriculum guide, and policy requests. Upon approval, the change(s) will be made to the online catalog and the Registrar updates the PowerCampus catalog. Official records are stored in the Registrar’s Office.

Institutional Mission

Challenge students to adapt to a diverse society. Create opportunities for student growth. Connect student learning with professional experiences.

Vision

Colby Community College will be a national leader in academic and student success to transform the lives in the communities we serve. 8