2012-2013 Lake Michigan College Handbook

College Handbook 2012-2013 Student and Employee Know Your Rights and College Guide

Academic Calendar 2012-2013 Lake Michigan College has two semesters and an optional summer term. Fall and spring semesters and summer term are each 14-weeks long. And each may offer a variety of class session lengths 14-weeks, 7-weeks, and 5-weeks. The 7-weeks and 5-weeks lengths in the summer term are in an accelerated format.

This calendar includes important dates. The calendar is subject to change. Dates and events are added or changed as information becomes available.

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Apr 16 Monday Aug 29 Wednesday Aug 29-31 Wed-Fri Saturday Sep 1 Sep 1-3 Sat-Mon Tuesday Sep 4 Sep 10 Monday Oct 1 Monday

Oct 6 Saturday Monday Oct 8 Friday Oct 12 Oct 15 Monday

Oct 15 Monday Monday Oct 22 Oct 24 Wednesday Oct 30 Tuesday Monday Nov 5

Nov 7 Wednesday Nov 9 Friday Nov 9 Friday Nov 13 Tuesday Nov 21 Wednesday Nov 22-25 Thur-Sun Nov 26 Monday

Dec 2 Sunday Dec 3 Monday

Dec 10 Monday

Dec 16 Sunday Dec 18 Tuesday Dec 20 Thursday Dec 24 – Jan 1 Mon - Tue Mar 25, 2013 Monday

Fall 2012

Fall 2012 registration begins Late Registration Fee applies Faculty Opening Days December graduation application available online Labor Day - College closed Classes begin Last day to drop with 100% refund Last day to withdraw from first 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Middle 5-week courses start First 5-week courses end Last day to drop middle 5-week courses with 100% refund Last day to withdraw from first 7-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Spring 2013 registration begins First 7-week courses end Last 7-week courses begin Last day to drop last 7-week courses with 100% refund Last day to withdraw from middle 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Last 5-week courses begin Middle 5-week courses end December graduation application due Last day to drop last 5-week courses with 100% refund Clinicals in session; College closed Thanksgiving break - College closed Last day to withdraw from full 14-week and Open Entry/ Defined Exit courses with a guaranteed “W” Last day to add for OEO/OED Last day to withdraw from last 7-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Last day to withdraw from last 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Classes end Grades due by 2:00 p.m.

Grades available in WaveLink Winter break - College closed Last day to withdraw from fall 2012 OE/OE courses with a guaranteed “W”

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Academic Calendar 2012-2013 Date

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Oct 15 Monday Jan 2 Wednesday

Tuesday Jan 8 Jan 9-11 Wed-Fri Jan 14 Monday Monday Jan 21 Jan 21 Monday

Feb 11 Monday

Monday Feb 18 Feb 21 Thursday Friday Feb 22 Monday Feb 25

Monday Feb 25 Feb 28 Thursday Mon-Sun Mar 4-10 Mar 11 Monday

Friday Mar 15 Mar 21 Thursday Monday Mar 25

Mar 25 Monday

Mar 29 - 31 Fri-Sun Apr 1 Monday Apr 6 Saturday Apr 8 Monday Apr 15 Monday

Apr 21 Sunday Apr 22 Monday

Apr 29 Monday

May 3 Friday May 4 Saturday May 5 Sunday May 7 Tuesday May 7 Tuesday May 9 Thursday July 15 Monday

Spring 2013 Spring 2013 registration begins College opens May graduation application available online Health Science candidacy application online Late Registration Fee applies Faculty opening days Classes begin for first 5-, 7-, and 14-week courses MLK Day - College open, no classes Last day to drop first 5-,7-, or full 14-week courses with 100% refund Last day to withdraw from first 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W” First 5-week courses end Professional development - College open, no classes Middle 5-week classes begin Last day to withdraw from first 7-week courses with a guaranteed “W” May graduation application due Last day to drop middle 5-week courses with 100% refund Spring Break - College open, no classes Summer 2013 registration begins First 7-week courses end Last 7-week courses begin Last day to drop last 7-week courses with 100% refund Last day to withdraw from middle 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Last day to withdraw from fall 2012 Open Entry/Open Exit courses with a guaranteed “W” Spring recess - College closed, no classes Last 5-week courses begin Middle 5-week courses end Last day to drop last 5-week courses with 100% refund Fall 2013 registration begins Last day to withdraw from full 14-week and Open Entry/ Defined Exit courses with a guaranteed “W” Last day to add for OEO/OED Last day to withdraw from last 7-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Last day to withdraw from last 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Commencement rehearsal Classes end Commencement 2:00 p.m.

Grades due 2:00 p.m.

Health Science candidacy list application due Grades available in WaveLink Last day to withdraw from spring 2013 OE/OE courses with a guaranteed “W”

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Date

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Mar 11 Monday May 1 Wednesday Tuesday May 7 May 13 Monday Monday May 20

May 25-27 Sat-Mon Monday June 10

Friday June 14 June 17 Monday June 18 Tuesday Monday June 24 June 24 Monday

June 29 Saturday July 1-7 Mon-Sun Tuesday July 2 July 4 Thursday July 4 Thursday July 8 Monday July 15 Monday Monday July 15

Monday July 22

July 22 Monday Monday July 29 July 29 Monday Aug 5 Monday

Aug 11 Sunday Aug 12 Monday

Aug 19 Monday

Aug 24 Saturday Aug 27 Tuesday Aug 29 Thursday Nov 4 Monday

Summer 2013 Summer 2013 registration begins Summer graduation application available online Late registration fee begins Classes begin for first 5-, 7-, and 14-week courses Last day to drop first 5-,7-, and 14-week courses with 100% refund Memorial Day weekend - College closed, no classes Last day to withdraw from first 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Summer graduation application due First 5-week courses end Middle 5-week courses begin Last day to drop middle 5-week courses with 100% refund Last day to withdraw from first 7-week courses with a guaranteed “W” First 7-week courses end Break Week – no classes – College open except 7/4 Grades due for first 5- and 7-week courses Grades available in WaveLink Independence Day - College closed, no classes Last 7-week courses begin Last day to drop last 7-week courses with 100% refund.

Last day to withdraw from Spring 2013 OE/OE courses with a guaranteed “W” Last day to withdraw from middle 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Last 5-week courses begin Last day to drop last 5-week courses with 100% refund Middle 5-week courses end Last day to withdraw from 14-week and Open Entry/ Defined Exit courses with a guaranteed “W” Last day to add for OEO/OED Last day to withdraw from last 7-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Last day to withdraw from last 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Classes end Grades due by 2:00 p.m.

Grades available in WaveLink Last day to withdraw from summer OE/OE courses with a guaranteed “W”

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Table of Contents Where to Find It................................................................................ 9 Campus Maps Napier Avenue Campus .............................................................. 15 Mendel Center............................................................................. 17

Bertrand Crossing Campus .......................................................... 18 M-TECSM at Lake Michigan College.............................................. 18

South Haven Campus.................................................................. 19 Personal Planning Calendar............................................................. 20

Campus Facilities

ATM.................................................................................................... 90 Athletic Facilities................................................................................. 90 Bookstore............................................................................................ 90 Bulletin Boards.................................................................................... 92 Cashier’s Office................................................................................... 92 Childcare on Campus.......................................................................... 92 Computer Labs.................................................................................... 93 Copy Machines................................................................................... 95 Elevators.............................................................................................. 95 Fitness Trail.......................................................................................... 95 Kidzone Preschool & Childcare Center................................................ 95 Library................................................................................................. 96 Lockers................................................................................................ 98 Lost & Found....................................................................................... 98 Mendel Center.................................................................................... 98 Michigan State University.................................................................... 98 Munchy’s Cafe..................................................................................... 99 Natural Area........................................................................................ 99 Off-Campus Extension Centers............................................................ 99 Parking.............................................................................................. 100 Public Telephones............................................................................. 101 Reserving Facilities............................................................................ 101 Siena Heights University at LMC....................................................... 101 Study Areas....................................................................................... 102 Vending............................................................................................. 102 WaveLink.......................................................................................... 102 Wellness Center................................................................................ 103 Western Michigan University-Southwest............................................ 104

Student Resources

Adding Courses................................................................................. 105 Admission Policy............................................................................... 105 Admission Review Panel.................................................................... 106 Admissions Status.............................................................................. 106 Advising............................................................................................ 107 AlertNow.......................................................................................... 108 Alumni Association........................................................................... 109 Assessment and Placement................................................................ 109 Academic Advisors............................................................................ 110 Campus Tours.................................................................................... 115 www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Career and Transfer Center................................................................ 115 Class Registration and Schedule Change........................................... 115 CLEP Testing...................................................................................... 117 College and Career Success............................................................... 117 Course Cancellation.......................................................................... 118 Disability Resources.......................................................................... 118 Dropping Courses............................................................................. 118 Educational Opportunity Center........................................................ 118 English as a Second Language........................................................... 119 Financial Aid..................................................................................... 119 Flex Pay............................................................................................. 119 Gay/Straight Alliance at Lake Michigan College................................. 120 Higher Education Opportunity Act.................................................... 120 Independent Study............................................................................ 121 Learning Assistance........................................................................... 121 Michigan Benefits Access Network.................................................... 122 Refund Policy.................................................................................... 122 Residency.......................................................................................... 122 International Students........................................................................ 123 Services............................................................................................. 123 The David and Barbara Whitwam “Catch The Dream” Program......... 123 Student Resource Center................................................................... 124 Sex Offender Registration.................................................................. 124 Student Employment/Work Study...................................................... 125 Student Identification Cards............................................................... 125 Student Life....................................................................................... 125 Student Support Services................................................................... 126 Testing Center.................................................................................... 126 Transcripts......................................................................................... 126 Transportation................................................................................... 126 Tutoring............................................................................................. 127 Upward Bound.................................................................................. 127 Veterans’ Affairs................................................................................. 127 Workforce Development................................................................... 128

Academic & College Policies

Academic Complaint Procedures...................................................... 129 Academic Standards of Progress........................................................ 130 Acceptable Use for Technology Resources......................................... 130 Amnesty of Semester Policy............................................................... 132 Assurance of Quality......................................................................... 132 Attendance........................................................................................ 133 Auditing Courses............................................................................... 134 Children on Campus......................................................................... 134 Commencement................................................................................ 134 Early College Direct Credit and Dual Enrollment Students................. 135 Equal Opportunity for Disabled Students........................................... 135 FERPA............................................................................................... 136 Fire Arms........................................................................................... 136 General Education Requirements for Graduates................................ 136 Grade Point Averages........................................................................ 137 Academic Recognition...................................................................... 138 www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Table of Contents continued Guns................................................................................................. 139 International Students........................................................................ 139 Non-Discrimination.......................................................................... 139 Repeating Courses............................................................................. 142 Sexual Harassment............................................................................ 142 Smoking Policy.................................................................................. 142 Student Code of Conduct.................................................................. 143 Student Discipline and Due Process.................................................. 150 Complaint - General Student............................................................. 155 Student Information............................................................................... 157 Transfer of College Credit.................................................................. 157 Tuition and Fee Payment.................................................................... 157 Weapons........................................................................................... 158 Emergency Procedures.......................................................................... 158 Fire.................................................................................................... 159 Medical............................................................................................. 159 Police/Ambulance............................................................................. 159 Severe Weather and Closing Announcements.................................... 159 Tornados........................................................................................... 160

Know Your Rights

Mission Statement............................................................................. 160 Diversity Statement........................................................................... 160 What to Report.................................................................................. 161 Emergency Numbers at LMC............................................................. 161 How to Report a Crime or Emergency.................................................. 162 Campus Security Authority................................................................ 163 Safe and Sound Advice...................................................................... 163 Laws.................................................................................................. 164 Sexual Harassment............................................................................ 165 Sexual Assault................................................................................... 166 Preventing Attack.............................................................................. 167 The Friendly Stranger & Date Rape.................................................... 168 Alcohol & Drugs............................................................................... 169 Safety.................................................................................................... 170 Campus Security............................................................................... 170 Emergency Call Stations.................................................................... 170 Recording Criminal Incidents............................................................ 171 Crime Statistics.................................................................................. 171 Student Success Report...................................................................... 171 Directories............................................................................................. 173

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Where to Find It Admissions

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8626 Location: D201/D202

Advising

Career and academic advising, scheduling, transfer advising, personal advising as it relates to educational goals and objectives Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8128 Location: Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center Hours: M - Th 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., F 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., by appointment

Bertrand Crossing Campus...................................................................................... 269-695-1391 Location: Student Services Hours: M - Th 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., F 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. by appointment South Haven Campus ............................................................................................. 269-637-7500 Location: Student Services Area Hours: M - Th 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., F 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. by appointment

Alumni Association Alumni information

WMU building on the Napier Avenue Campus..................................................... 269-927-6849 Location: Room 2212

Apprentice Training

M-TECSM at Lake Michigan College......................................................................... 269-927-4103 Location: Room MT101

Arts & Sciences

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-6745 Location: Room C222

Assessment

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-6173 Location: B200 Hours: M 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. & 5 - 8 p.m., T 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.,

W 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. & 5 - 8 p.m., Th 1- 8 p.m., F 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Hours subject to change Bertrand Crossing Campus...................................................................................... 269-695-1391 Location: Student Services Hours: Computerized testing, M - Th 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., F 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Paper & pencil assessment testing and Health Science testing by appointment South Haven Campus ............................................................................................. 269-637-7500 Location: Student Services area Hours: M - Th 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., F 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.

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Athletics Intercollegiate sports

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-6172 Location: Room D103

ATM

Napier Avenue Campus Location: 1st floor, outside bookstore

Bertrand Crossing Campus

1905 Foundation Drive, Niles, MI 49120.............................................................. 269-695-1391 Hours: Fall & Spring M - Th 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m., F 7:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Summer - Hours may vary. Please call for confirmation.

Bookstore

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-6713 Location: S121 Fall & Spring Hours: M - Th 8:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., F 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Sat/Sun - closed Summer Hours: M - Th 9 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., F 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Sat/Sun - closed Visit the Napier Avenue Campus Bookstore; visit our website at http://lake-michigan.bncollege.com, call book orders in at (800) 252-1562 ext. 6713, fax book orders to 269-927-6586, or e-mail orders to bkslakemichigan@bncollege.com. Students may order books online for pickup at the Bertrand Crossing Campus. See the current class schedule for specific ordering deadlines.

South Haven Campus ............................................................................. 269-637-7500 ext. 7123 Location: Lobby Hours: M - Th 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., F 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Sat/Sun - closed Expanded hours for special events and start of classes.

Visit http://lake-michigan.bncollege.com

Business Office/Cashier

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8610 Location: A207, Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center Hours: M - F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., extended hours during peak registration

Career & Transfer Center

Career counseling, occupation information, job search resources

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-6284 Location: A209, Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center Hours: M - F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., evenings by appointment

Career Education

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8111 Location: Room C122

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Child Care Center (Kidzone)

On-campus infant, toddler, pre-school, and school-age care for children ages of 2 weeks to 12 years. Open to students, employees, and community members

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-6293 Location: B107 Hours: M - F 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.

South Haven Campus ............................................................................................. 269-637-7501 Hours: M - F 6 a.m. - 6 p.m.

See www.kidzoneonline.com for more information.

The David and Barbara Whitwam Catch The Dream Program

Assists Benton Harbor Area School district students, beginning in the fourth grade, prepare for post-secondary education

Napier Avenue Campus............................................................... 269-927-8166 or 269-927-5225 Location: D113 Hours: M - F 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Educational Opportunity Center

Academic, vocational, career advising, and enrollment services

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................... 269-927-8100 ext. 5031 Location: C209, Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center Hours: M - F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Financial Aid

Financial aid, scholarships and work study

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8112 Location: A202, Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center Hours: M - F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Bertrand Crossing Campus...................................................................................... 269-695-1391 Location: Room 101 Hours: M - Th 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

South Haven Campus ............................................................................................. 269-637-7500 Location: Office in Commons area Hours: M - Th 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m., F 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Human Resources

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8132 Location: A303

International Student Services

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-6181 Location: C205b, Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center Hours: M - F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Learning Assistance Center Tutoring services

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................... 269-927-8100 ext. 5169 Location: Room B202 Hours: M - Th 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., F 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., Sat. by appointment

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Library - William Hessel Library

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8605 Location: Room 118W Fall & Spring Hours: M - Th 8 a.m. - 9 p.m., F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.,

Sat 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Summer hours: M - Th 8 a.m. - 6:30 p.m., F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Interim: M-F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Library web page: www.lakemichigancollege.edu/lib/

M-TECSM at Lake Michigan College

400 Klock Road, Benton Harbor, MI 49022........................................................... 269-926-6832

Math Center

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-7097 Location: Room B208 Fall and Spring Hours: Come to the Math Center during your regular math class time.

Open hours: Fridays 9:10 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Summer Hours: Come to the Math Center during your regular math class time.

Call for open summer hours.

Mendel Center for Arts & Technology

Conference & Event Services, Advanced Technology Center, Grand Upton Hall, Mainstage, and Hanson Theatre

2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022................................................ 269-927-1000

Mendel Mainstage Box Office

Tickets for Mainstage and student performance events

2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022................................................ 269-927-1221

Munchy’s CafÊ

Location: Napier Avenue Campus........................................................... 269-927-8100 ext. 5276 Between the B and C Wings, first floor across from the bookstore.

Napier Avenue Campus

2755 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022...................... 1-800-252-1562/269-927-8100

Records Office

Name and address changes, transcripts, graduation audits and information, enrollment verification, admissions application processing, student record information

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8107 Location: Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center Hours: M - F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

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Registration & Student I.D. Cards

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8119 Location: Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center, Room A208 Hours: M - F 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m., M - Th 5 - 9 p.m., S 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Evening and Saturday call 269-927-8128 Bertrand Crossing Campus...................................................................................... 269-695-1391 Location: Student Services Hours: Fall and Spring M - Th 8 a.m. - 7 p.m., F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.

South Haven Campus ............................................................................................. 269-637-7500 Location: Student Services area Hours: M - Th 8 a.m. - 9 p.m., F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Siena Heights at Lake Michigan College

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-6711 Location: Room C204

South Haven Campus

125 Veterans Boulevard, South Haven, MI 49090................................................................. 269-637-7500 Hours: M - Th 7:30 a.m. - 9 p.m., F 7:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Student Life

Student activities, student senate, Phi Theta Kappa, and clubs

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8150 Location: Room D103, Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center, next to the gym Hours: M - F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Student Resource Center

Disability Resources, single parents, displaced homemakers; non-traditional students; students with a disability; limited English proficiency Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8866 Location: Room C205, Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center Hours: M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., evenings by appointment

Student Support Services

Supportive services including TRIO computer lab

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8603 Location: Room C207, Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center Hours: M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., evenings by appointment Website: www.lakemichigancollege.edu/sss

Tours

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8626 Bertrand Crossing Campus...................................................................................... 269-695-1391 M-TECSM at Lake Michigan College......................................................................... 269-926-6832 South Haven Campus ............................................................................................. 269-637-7500

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Transitional Studies

Academic tutoring, writing lab, math lab, reading lab

Napier Avenue Campus Transitional Math Center - B208............................................................................. 269-927-7097 Transitional Writing Classroom - B207.................................................................... 269-927-5807 Transitional Writing Office - B203a........................................................................ 269-927-8110 Learning Assistance Center - B202.......................................................... 269-927-8100 ext. 5169 Reading Center - B204............................................................................................ 269-927-6871

Upward Bound

Assists Benton Harbor high school students to enter college

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-8774 Location: Room C211, Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center Hours: M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Veterans’ Services

Napier Avenue Campus........................................................................................... 269-927-6181 Location: Room C205b, Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center Hours: M-F 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. by appointment

Western Michigan University - Southwest

2785 E. Napier Avenue, Benton Harbor, MI 49022................................................. 269-934-1500 FAX......................................................................................................................... 269-934-1505 Hours: M-Th 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.

F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Workforce Development

Continuing education, computer training, and customized industry training

M-TECSM at Lake Michigan College......................................................................... 269-926-4296 Location: Room MT101

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Director Financial Aid Financial Aid Office Assistant Director Financial Aid Financial Aid Career & Transfer Center and MBAI Accounts Receivable Cashier’s Office Generalists Career and Transfer Center Switchboard Academic Advisor Academic Advisor Academic Advisor Academic Advisor Vice President Student Services Copy Room Academic Advisor Academic Advisor Registrar Associate and Assistant Registrar Records Office Assessment Center Learning Assistance Center Writing Lab Reading Lab Conference Room Writing Lab

Math Lab Classroom Classroom Trio Lab Student Support Services, Academic Transfer Advisor C201b Student Support Services, Educational Skills Specialist C202 Staff Lounge C203 Conference Room C204 Siena Heights University C205 VA & International Student Specialist C205a Director, Student Resource Center C205b Student Resource Center C206 Financial Services C207 Director, Student Support Services C208 Classroom C209 Educational Opportunity Center C209b Director, Educational Opportunity Center C211 Upward Bound C211a Director, Upward Bound D201/D202 Admissions D201a Director, Admissions & Retention D202a Lead Admission Specialist F152 Mendel Center

B208 B209 B211 C201 C201a

Napier Avenue Campus Map

Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center

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Napier Avenue Campus Map

Note: Room F-152 is located in the Mendel Center

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Mendel Center Map Mendel Center Ground Floor

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Bertrand Crossing Campus Map Classroom 108b

Metalworking/Robotics Lab 106

Fab Lab

Classroom 108a Chemistry Lab 116

Dental Assisting Classroom 123

Biology Lab 114

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2 Way Classroom Video 105 Classroom 107

Open Computer Lab 102

Student Lounge 100

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M-TECSM Map

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South Haven Campus Map

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Classes begin “Grillin ‘n Chillin” - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - 1 pm & 5 - 6 pm “Grillin ‘n Chillin” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm on the Plaza, & 5 pm - 6 pm at the Main Entrance “Grillin ‘n Chillin” - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm & 5 pm - 6 pm, on the Plaza

“Welcome Wednesday” - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - 1 pm & 5 - 6 pm “Welcome Wednesday” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm on the Plaza “Welcome Wednesday” - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm & 5 - 6 pm, Student Commons

“Thirsty Thursday” - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - 1 pm & 5 - 6 pm “Thirsty Thursday” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm on the Plaza “Thirsty Thursday” - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm & 5 - 6 pm, Student Commons Volleyball v. Jackson Community College, HOME, 6:30 pm

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10 Monday

Last day to drop courses with 100% refund

11 Tuesday

Volleyball at Grand Rapids Community College, 6:30 pm

12 Wednesday

13 Thursday

“Wacky Wednesday” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm Club Rush - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm Club Rush - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Student Commons Fall Theatre Production Auditions - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7 pm

Volleyball v. Ancilla College, HOME, 6:30 pm Fall Theatre Production Auditions - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7 pm

14 Friday

15 Saturday 16 Sunday

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17 Monday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

Constitution Day - All Campuses Voter Registration Drive - South Haven Campus, Student Commons Election Inspector Recruitment / Voter Registration Drive Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - 1 pm

18 Tuesday

Volleyball at Muskegon Community College, 5 pm

19 Wednesday

Outdoor Movie - Napier Avenue Campus, 8:30 pm, C-Wing Lawn (rain location - LMC Gym)

20 Thursday

Volleyball at Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 6:30 pm Outdoor Movie - South Haven Campus, 8 pm, East end of lawn (rain location - room 141/142)

21 Friday

22 Saturday 23 Sunday

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24 Monday

25 Tuesday

Red Hawk Pride Day - 6:30 pm, LMC Gym Volleyball v. Lansing Community College, HOME, 6:30 pm

26 Wednesday

27 Thursday

Volleyball at Kellogg Community College, 6:30 pm

28 Friday

29 Saturday

Jim Brickman: The Romanza Tour - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 8 pm

30 Sunday

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“Tasty Tuesday” - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - Noon & 5 - 6 pm Volunteer Fair - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - 2 pm & 5 - 6:30 pm “Tasty Tuesday” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am, The Gathering Place “Tasty Tuesday” - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Student Commons Volleyball at Jackson Community College, 6:30 pm

Volunteer Fair - Napier Avenue Campus, 11 am - 2 pm & 5 - 6:30 pm, The Hall of Pride

Volleyball v. Grand Rapids Community College, HOME, 6:30 pm

Middle 5-week courses start The Blues Brothers Revue - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 8 pm

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Sunday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

First 5-week courses end Blood Drive - Napier Avenue Campus, 8 am - 2 pm, LMC Gym

Volunteer Fair - South Haven Campus, 11 am - 2 pm & 5 - 6:30 pm, Student Commons Volleyball at Ancilla College, 6:30 pm

Phi Theta Kappa Orientation - Bertrand Crossing Campus, Noon 1 pm & 5 - 6 pm Phi Theta Kappa Orientation - South Haven Campus, Noon - 1 pm, Room 141/142 Meet the President - Napier Avenue Campus, 12:30 pm, The Gathering Place

Volleyball v. Muskegon Community College, HOME, 6:30 pm

Last day to drop middle 5-week courses with 100% refund

Capitol Steps - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 7 pm

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21 Sunday

Spring 2013 registration begins Last day to withdraw from first 7-week courses with a guaranteed “W�

Meet the President - Napier Avenue Campus, 5:30 pm, One-Stop

Meet the President - Bertrand Crossing Campus, Noon - 1 pm Volleyball v. Kalamazoo Valley Community College, HOME, 6:30 pm

Phi Theta Kappa Orientation - Napier Avenue Campus, 12:30 pm Meet the President - South Haven Campus, 12:30 pm, Student Commons

Volleyball at Lansing Community College, 6:30 pm

Electronics Recycling Day - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 8 am - Noon

Faculty Vocal Recital Featuring Tami Snyder-Knutson, Soprano LMC Mendel Center Dance/Drama Room, 3 pm

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22 Monday

23 Tuesday

24 Wednesday

25 Thursday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

First 7-week courses end

Student Recital - LMC Mendel Center Dance/Drama Room, 12:40 pm Volleyball v. Kellogg Community College, HOME, 6:30 pm

Last 7-week courses begin

Wear It Pink Day – Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - Noon & 5 - 6 pm Wear It Pink Day - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am, The Gathering Place Wear It Pink Day - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am, Student Commons

26 Friday

27 Saturday 28 Sunday

National Make A Difference Day - Napier Avenue Campus, 8 am National Make A Difference Day - Bertrand Crossing Campus Spirituals to Funk starring Dr. John & The Blind Boys of Alabama LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 7 pm

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Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

October

29 Monday

30 Tuesday

31 Wednesday

Blue Man Group - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 7 pm

Last day to drop last 7-week courses with 100% refund Blue Man Group - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 7 pm

“Monster Bash” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am, The Gathering Place “Monster Bash” - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Student Commons “Monster Bash” - Bertrand Crossing Campus, Noon Blood Drive (Michigan Blood) - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 12 - 4 pm Vein Drain Blood Drive - South Haven Campus, Noon - 6 pm, Room 141/142 (American Red Cross)

November

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John Tartaglia’s ImaginOcean - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 2 pm

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5

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Friday

Last day to withdraw from middle 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W”

“Tasty Tuesday” - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - Noon & 5 - 6 pm “Tasty Tuesday” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am, The Gathering Place “Tasty Tuesday” - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Student Commons I Voted! Election Day Campus Celebration - South Haven Campus, all day

Last 5-week courses begin

Fall Production - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7:30 pm

December graduation application due Middle 5-week courses end Fall Production - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7:30 pm

10 Saturday

Fall Production - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7:30 pm

11 Sunday

Fall Production - Matinee Performance; LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 3 pm

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Lake Michigan College

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Sunday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

Last day to drop last 5-week courses with 100% refund

“Wacky Wednesday� - Napier Avenue Campus, 10 am - 2 pm, The Gathering Place

Parsons Dance - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 7 pm

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19 Monday

20 Tuesday

21 Wednesday

Clinicals in session College closed

22 Thursday

Thanksgiving Day - College closed, no classes

23 Friday

Thanksgiving holiday - College closed, no classes

24

Saturday

Thanksgiving holiday - College closed, no classes

25

Sunday

Thanksgiving holiday - College closed, no classes

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26 Monday

27 Tuesday

28

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

Last day to withdraw from full 14-week and Open Entry/Defined Exit courses with a guaranteed “W�

Student Recital - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 12:40 pm

Wednesday

29 Thursday

30 Friday

Winter Choral Concert - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 7:30 pm

December

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Last day to add for OEO/OED

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Sunday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

Last day to withdraw from last 7-week courses with a guaranteed “W”

“Tasty Tuesday” - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - Noon & 5 - 6 pm “Tasty Tuesday” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am, The Gathering Place “Tasty Tuesday” - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Student Commons

Laser Tag - Napier Avenue Campus, 10 am - 2 pm, LMC Gym Introduction to Theatre Class Presentation - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, TBA

Introduction to Theatre Class Presentation - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, TBA Piano Recital - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7 pm

Winter Instrumental Concert - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7:30 pm

Southshore Concert - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 2 pm

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10 Monday

11 Tuesday

12 Wednesday

Last day to withdraw from last 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Music Scholarship Auditions - LMC Mendel Center Music Studio, by appointment

Music Scholarship Auditions - LMC Mendel Center Music Studio, by appointment

Feelin’ Good for Finals - Napier Avenue Campus, 11 am - 3 pm, The Gathering Place Winter Celebration - South Haven Campus, Noon, Student Commons

13 Thursday

14 Friday

15 Saturday

Lee Greenwood Tennessee Christmas - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 8 pm

16 Sunday

Classes end

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Sunday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

Grades due by 2 pm Spring Musical Auditions - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7 pm

Spring Musical Auditions - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7 pm

Grades available in WaveLink

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24 Monday

Winter Break - College Closed - No Classes

25 Tuesday

Winter Break - College Closed - No Classes

26 Wednesday

Winter Break - College Closed - No Classes

27 Thursday

Winter Break - College Closed - No Classes

28 Friday

Winter Break - College Closed - No Classes

29 Saturday

Winter Break - College Closed - No Classes

30 Sunday

Winter Break - College Closed - No Classes

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December

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Sunday

Winter Break - College Closed - No Classes

Winter Break - College Closed - No Classes

College opens Health Science candidacy application online May graduation application available online

Women’s Basketball v. Kellogg Community College, HOME, 1 pm Men’s Basketball v. Kellogg Community College, HOME, 3 pm

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Saturday

13 Sunday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

Women’s Basketball at Glen Oaks Community College, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball at Glen Oaks Community College, 7:30 pm

Late registration fee applies

Faculty opening days Women’s Basketball v. Muskegon Community College, HOME, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball v. Muskegon Community College, HOME, 7:30 pm

Faculty opening days

Faculty opening days

Women’s Basketball at Ancilla College, 1 pm Men’s Basketball at Ancilla College, 3 pm

The Russian National Ballet Theatre presents Swan Lake - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 3 pm

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14 Monday

15 Tuesday

16 Wednesday

17 Thursday

18 Friday

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Saturday

20

Sunday

Classes begin for first 5-, 7-, and 14-week courses

“Tasty Tuesday” - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - Noon & 5 - 6 pm “Tasty Tuesday” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am, The Gathering Place “Tasty Tuesday” - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Student Commons

Welcome Back Week - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm & 5 - 6 pm, Student Commons Women’s Basketball at Jackson Community College, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball at Jackson Community College, 7:30 pm

Welcome Back Week - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm & 5 - 6 pm, Student Commons

Women’s Basketball v. Lansing Community College, HOME, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball v. Lansing Community College, HOME, 7:30 pm

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Lake Michigan College

21

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22

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27

Sunday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

MLK Day - College open, no classes Last day to drop first 5-,7-, or full 14-week courses with 100% refund

Women’s Basketball at Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball at Kalamazoo Valley Community College, 7:30 pm

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28 Monday

29 Tuesday

30 Wednesday

Wax Hands - South Haven Campus, 11 am - 3 pm, Student Commons Women’s Basketball v. Grand Rapids Community College, HOME, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball v. Grand Rapids Community College, HOME, 7:30 pm

31 Thursday

February

1

Friday

2

Saturday

3

Sunday

Women’s Basketball at Kellogg Community College, 1 pm Men’s Basketball at Kellogg Community College, 3 pm

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Blood Drive - Napier Avenue Campus, 8 am - 2 pm, LMC Gym Women’s Basketball v. Glen Oaks Community College, HOME, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball v. Glen Oaks Community College, HOME, 7:30 pm

“Tasty Tuesday” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am, The Gathering Place “Tasty Tuesday” - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Student Commons

Women’s Basketball at Muskegon Community College, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball at Muskegon Community College, 7:30 pm

Women’s Basketball v. Ancilla College, HOME, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball v. Ancilla College, HOME, 7:30 pm

Omaha Theater Company presents How I Became a Pirate - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 2 pm

Traces - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 7 pm

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Sunday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

Last day to withdraw from first 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W”

Fat Tuesday - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am, The Gathering Place

Fat Valentine’s Day - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - Noon & 5 - 6 pm Women’s Basketball v. Jackson Community College, HOME, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball v. Jackson Community College, HOME, 7:30 pm

Blood Drive - South Haven Campus,11 am - 5 pm, Room 141/142 (Michigan Blood) Chocolate Lovers’ Extravaganza - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, The Gathering Place Fat Valentine’s Day - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Student Commons

Women’s Basketball at Lansing Community College, 1 pm Men’s Basketball at Lansing Community College, 3 pm

Faculty Recital - LMC Mendel Center Dance/Drama Room, 3 pm

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19

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Saturday

First 5-week courses end

Student Recital - LMC Mendel Center Dance/Drama Room, 12:40 pm

Phi Theta Kappa Orientation - Bertrand Crossing Campus, Noon & 5 pm Phi Theta Kappa Orientation - South Haven Campus, Noon - 1 pm, Room 141/142 Phi Theta Kappa Orientation - Napier Avenue Campus, 12:30 pm

Professional development - College open, no classes

Middle 5-week classes begin Women’s Basketball v. Kalamazoo Valley Community College, HOME, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball v. Kalamazoo Valley Community College, HOME, 7:30 pm

24 Sunday

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Lake Michigan College

25 Monday

26 Tuesday

27 Wednesday

28 Thursday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

Last day to withdraw from first 7-week courses with a guaranteed “W” May graduation application due

Graduation Speaker Competition - Napier Avenue Campus, 3 pm

Women’s Basketball at Grand Rapids Community College, 5:30 pm Men’s Basketball at Grand Rapids Community College, 7:30 pm

Last day to drop middle 5-week courses with 100% refund

March

1

Friday

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Sunday

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Saturday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

Spring break - College open, no classes

Spring break - College open, no classes

Spring break - College open, no classes

Spring break - College open, no classes MSBOA Festival - LMC Mendel Center, 8 am - 5 pm

Spring break - College open, no classes MSBOA Festival - LMC Mendel Center, 8 am - 5 pm

Spring break - College open, no classes

10 Sunday

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11 Monday

12 Tuesday

Summer 2013 registration begins First 7-week courses end

“Tasty Tuesday” - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - Noon & 5 - 6 pm “Tasty Tuesday” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am, The Gathering Place “Tasty Tuesday” - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Student Commons

13 Wednesday

14 Thursday

15 Friday

Shamrock Showdown - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - Noon & 5 - 6 pm Irish Bash - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, The Gathering Place Shamrock Showdown - South Haven Campus, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Student Commons

Last 7-week courses begin

16 Saturday 17 Sunday

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Lake Michigan College

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Sunday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

The Acting Company presents Of Mice and Men - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 7 pm

Blood Drive (Michigan Blood) - Bertrand Crossing Campus, Noon - 4 pm The Acting Company presents As You Like It - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 7 pm

Last day to drop last 7-week courses with 100% refund

Enchantment Theatre Co. presents The Velveteen Rabbit - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 2 pm

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25 Monday

Last day to withdraw from fall 2012 Open Entry/Open Exit courses with a guaranteed “W” Last day to withdraw from middle 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W”

26 Tuesday

27 Wednesday

28 Thursday

29 Friday

Spring recess - College closed, no classes

30 Saturday

Spring recess - College closed, no classes

31 Sunday

Spring recess - College closed, no classes

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Sunday

Last 5-week courses begin

“Tasty Tuesday” - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - Noon & 5 - 6 pm “Tasty Tuesday” - Napier Avenue Campus, 11:30 am, The Gathering Place South Haven Campus Grad Fair & Reception, Student Commons

Napier Avenue Campus Grad Fair, Bookstore

Bertrand Crossing Campus Grad Fair, Hallway

Middle 5-week courses end

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Sunday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

Last day to drop last 5-week courses with 100% refund

Student Recital - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 12:40 pm Phi Theta Kappa Induction Banquet - Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall, 6:30 pm

LMC Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Day - Napier Avenue Campus

Spring Musical Production - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7:30 pm

Spring Musical Production - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7:30 pm

Spring Musical Production - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 3 pm & 7:30 pm

Jukebox Junction starring The Diamonds with The Glenn Miller Orchestra LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 7 pm

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Sunday

Fall 2013 registration begins Last day to withdraw from full 14-week and Open Entry/Defined Exit courses with a guaranteed “W” Honors Convocation - Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall, 6:30 pm

Recycle Event - South Haven Campus

Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding - LMC Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall, 7 pm

Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding - LMC Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall, 7 pm Spring Choral Concert - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 7:30 pm

Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding - LMC Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall, 7 pm

Last day to add for OEO/OED Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding - Matinee Performance, LMC Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall, 2 pm

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22

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23

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24

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25

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26

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27

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28

Sunday

Schedule and events subject to change Please visit WaveLink for updated information

Last day to withdraw from last 7-week courses with a guaranteed “W”

Spring Fling - Napier Avenue Campus, 10 am - 2 pm, LMC Gym Spring Fling - South Haven Campus, 11 am - 2 pm, the Plaza Introduction to Theatre Class Presentation - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, TBA

Introduction to Theatre Class Presentation - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, TBA Piano Recital - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7 pm Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding - LMC Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall, 7 pm

Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding - LMC Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall, 7 pm Spring Instrumental Concert - LMC Mendel Center Hanson Theatre, 7:30 pm

Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding - LMC Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall, 7 pm

Southshore Concert - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 2 pm Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding - Matinee Performance, LMC Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall, 2 pm

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29 Monday

30 Tuesday

Last day to withdraw from last 5-week courses with a guaranteed “W” Music Scholarship Auditions - LMC Mendel Center Room MC103, by appointment

Music Scholarship Auditions - LMC Mendel Center Room MC103, by appointment

May

1

Wednesday

2

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5

Sunday

Summer graduation application available online Feelin’ Good For Finals - Napier Avenue Campus, 11 am - 3 pm, The Gathering Place Feelin’ Good for Finals - South Haven Campus, 11 am - 1 pm & 4 - 6 pm

Commencement Rehearsal - 3 - 5 pm, LMC Mendel Center Mainstage

Classes end

Commencement Ceremony - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 2 pm

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Spring Fling - Bertrand Crossing Campus, 11 am - 3 pm NETworks presents Disney’s Beauty and the Beast - LMC Mendel Center Mainstage, 8 pm

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Memorial Day holiday - College closed, no classes

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Break week – College open, no classes

Break week – College open, no classes

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Campus Facilities ATM

An ATM operated by Chemical Bank Shoreline is located east of the LMC Bookstore on the first floor of the main academic building on the Napier Avenue Campus.

Athletic Facilities

All students are welcome to use the College’s athletic facilities on the Napier Avenue Campus during posted or open hours. Facilities include the gymnasium, located on the first floor in the main academic building. Hours of operation will be posted and include times when classes or athletic teams are not using the facilities. A running track, located west of the west parking area, is also available for students to use except during scheduled events.

Shower rooms are available in the gym.

Bookstore

Bertrand Crossing Campus and M-TEC

Books are available though our website at http://lake-michigan.bncollege.com This program allows you to order your textbooks by Internet, with delivery directly to your home. Students with special financial situations can still purchase books from the bookstore or website.

South Haven Campus

The LMC Bookstore at South Haven carries new and used textbooks for all courses scheduled at the South Haven Campus each semester. In addition to class materials, the bookstore carries school supplies, reference books, general reading books, current bestsellers, convenience items, backpacks and a variety of LMC clothing and merchandise. Barnes and Noble gift cards are available for purchase and redeemable at this location.

The LMC Bookstore at South Haven may be reached at (800) 252-1562 ext. 7116. Visit the website to purchase books at http://lakemichigan-shc.bncollege.com.

Napier Avenue Campus

The LMC Bookstore is located on the first floor of the academic building on the Napier Avenue Campus, between B and C Wings in room S-121. The bookstore offers special campus hours at the beginning of each semester when you can purchase textbooks and related class materials.

Students may also purchase books by: • visiting website at http://lake-michigan.bncollege.com • calling the LMC Bookstore at (800) 252-1562 ext. 6713 or ext. 5165 • faxing the LMC Bookstore at (269) 927-6586 • e-mailing orders to bkslakemichigan@bncollege.com. Students with special financial situations must still purchase books from the bookstore or website

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Textbook Rentals

In addition to new and used textbooks, the bookstore carries rental and digital books which are limited based on the publication of the book. Workbooks, study guides, and other course materials may also be purchased. In addition to class materials, the bookstore carries:

• college apparel and memorabilia • school supplies • class rings • reference books • computer software • backpacks • study aids • books for general reading

Hours

Napier Avenue Campus Fall and Spring Semester Hours Monday through Thursday - 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Friday - 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Saturday/Sunday - closed South Haven Campus Fall and Spring Semester Hours Monday through Thursday - 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Friday - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday/Sunday – closed Napier Avenue Campus and South Haven Campus Summer Term Hours Monday through Thursday 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Friday - 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Saturday/Sunday - closed The LMC Bookstore will extend store hours during peak periods to better accommodate your needs. To order books, supplies, and educational priced software, you may contact the bookstore through the bookstore homepage at http://lake-michigan.bncollege.com.

Return and Refund Policy

A full refund will be given in your original form of payment if textbooks are returned through the first week of class with a receipt. After the first week, you may receive a full refund with a drop slip and your receipt up to the last day to drop classes for full refund. After the last day to drop classes for a full refund, you have only 24 hours from the day you purchased the book.

Receipts are your responsibility; we do not keep copies and there are no refunds without a receipt. Also, textbooks must be in the original condition with all included materials. All merchandise, other than textbooks, may be refunded anytime with a valid receipt as long as that item is still carried in stock and is in its original condition. Cash back on merchandise will not exceed $10.00. Refunds will be given in the original form of payment.

Exceptions: All software, CDs, supplies and coursepacks may only be returned if those items are unopened and meet the requirements mentioned above. No refunds will be given on gift cards, prepaid cards, phone cards, magazines, opened merchandise and/or used merchandise. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Buyback

For all textbook buybacks, students are required to produce a LMC ID, and the book’s receipt.

LMC Bookstore Food

A large selection of convenience items are available at the bookstore.

Bulletin Boards

The College has the right to authorize the posting or distribution of on-campus signs, pictures, posters, printed materials, literature, or other displays by individuals or groups.

This authorization, whether provided or withheld, is intended to enhance the educational climate and opportunities available to students, faculty, and staff to keep display areas neat and orderly.

All posted materials should: • be clear and accurate.

• not explicitly or implicitly impugn a population or group, or support an activity that would do the same.

• in general intent, support the College’s mission of meeting the educational, vocational, cultural, wellness, and recreational needs of the community.

Bertrand Crossing Campus

Check in the office, room 101, prior to posting any material.

M-TEC

Check at the front desk prior to posting any material.

Napier Avenue Campus

Students wishing to display items on bulletin boards should contact the Student Life Office, room D-103, or call (269) 927-8150.

South Haven Campus

Check at the front desk prior to posting any materials.

Cashier’s Office

You may pay tuition, apply for LMC transcripts, and purchase Dial-A-Ride tickets in the Cashier’s Office. It is located in the Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center, room A207 and is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Students may also contact the Cashier’s Office by calling (269) 927-8610 or (800) 252-1562, ext. 8610.

Childcare on Campus

See Kidzone Preschool & Child Care, L.L.C., page 95.

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Computer Labs

Bertrand Crossing Campus

The Student Open Computer Lab is located in room BC 102. Hours will be established and posted at the beginning of each semester.

Napier Avenue Campus

Sixty-seven computers are available in The William Hessel Library for open student access during posted library hours.

South Haven Campus

Student Open Computer labs are located in rooms SH 144. Hours will be established and posted at the beginning of each semester.

Computer Lab Procedures

• Labs may be used only by currently enrolled students of Lake Michigan College, staff, and faculty of Lake Michigan College.

• Academic work by current LMC students takes precedence over all other uses of the lab.

• Copying or removing software from the labs is considered theft and is a violation of U.S. copyright laws.

• No personal software is allowed on lab computers.

• Cell phones should be turned off, muted, or set to vibrate so they do not compromise the noise level and other lab users.

• A user engaged in non-academic activity may be asked to give up her/his computer to allow another user to carry out legitimate academic work.

• Lab users may not attach personal hardware (with the exception of personal ’flash drives’ for storage of information). Network and computer cables cannot be disconnected from computers, or may not be attached to personal computers or other devices.

• Please save your personal information to a flashdrive or a cloud-based storage service.

Information save to any lab PC is subject to being purged.

• Viewing of pornography or other sexually explicit materials in the lab is not appropriate.

If you are engaged in such activity, you may be asked to stop the activity immediately and/or leave the computer lab. If you have a legitimate academic need for viewing such materials (as verified by your instructor), please call the Lake Michigan College Help Desk (ext. 8189).

• Lab users must adhere to Lake Michigan College’s Acceptable Use Policy posted on the bottom of the LMC website.

Student Metered Printing Services - PaperCut

LMC consumes nearly eight million pages a year from print and copier services. To better manage resources, LMC has implemented PaperCut, a printer and copier management solution. PaperCut is a software application that manages students’ printing and will help us curtail wasteful paper and toner consumption.

As a student you will receive a free $20 print (approximately 400 pages) and copier credit allocation per semester to cover your academic printing and copying needs. You also have the option to purchase additional print credits from the cashier’s office on any campus in $2 and $5 increments.

You also have the option to print your personal computing devices (IPAD, notebook) to open lab printers using PaperCut. You can also use PaperCut for making copies in the library. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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FAQs

How does metered printing work?

• At the start of each semester/term, all students enrolled in at least one class will receive a free $20 credit allocation in their PaperCut account. A print credit balance will not carry forward between semesters.

• The student’s PaperCut account resides on an LMC server and is accessed while printing to a PaperCut managed printer.

• To print from within an open lab, a PaperCut window will appear after selecting the print option from within any Windows application.

• PaperCut shows each student how much they have printed and copied. Print and copy activity is applied against each student’s allotment.

• Students will be charged five cents per page for single-side prints, and seven cents for twosided prints. Please note that printing fees are subject to change. Please see the papercut.lakemichigancollege.edu web page for the latest print/copier fee matrix.

What happens when I use up my print/copy credit?

• Additional print credits can be purchased in $2 and $5 increments at the following locations: Cashier’s office on the Napier Avenue Campus, and at the front desk at South Haven, M-TEC, and Bertrand Crossing campuses. Students with financial needs can contact Student Services for assistance with purchasing additional print credits.

• Purchased print cards have no cash value and cannot be refunded.

How will I know I am getting low on my print/copy allotment?

PaperCut will display a small box (or widget) when you send a job to the printer.

Who can use PaperCut? • Student must have a registered LMC email address. (Wavelink Account) Campus guests and students not currently enrolled in a class can purchase a print card.

What are the benefits?

• Students will also have access to print options that include two-sided printing and other options based upon the printing device.

• Student documents are secure; print jobs must be manually released at the print station by the student.

• Students will have access to color printers and copiers in the near future.

• In the near future, students can print from their own devices using Web Print.

Where can I find more information?

• Visit the PaperCut support page at papercut.lakemichigancollege.edu. The page includes how-to guides and the latest print/copier fee matrix. Please note that print fees are subject to change.

• Support is provided at papercut@lakemichigancollege.edu, or (269) 927-8189. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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HEOA

See page 120 for the Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) compliance plan for combating unauthorized distribution of copyrighted materials.

Copy Machines

Bertrand Crossing Campus

Copies are available in the Bertrand Crossing Campus office for twenty cents per copy.

Please ask for assistance.

Napier Avenue Campus

The library provides a black and white copier, a color copier, three black and white Internet printers, and one microfilm reader/printer.

Elevators

Napier Avenue Campus

There are three elevators in the Napier Academic Building on the Napier Avenue Campus, one is located in C-Wing, west of the LMC Bookstore, one in B-Wing, and another in L-Wing near the library entrance.

South Haven Campus

There is one elevator located in commons area of the South Haven Campus.

Fitness Trail

Bertrand Crossing Campus

The walking trail is located south of the building and is available for students, staff, and faculty pleasure.

Kidzone Preschool and Child Care Center, L.L.C.

Kidzone Preschool & Childcare Center, L.L.C. is located on the Napier Avenue Campus and South Haven Campus and is available to college students, employees, and community members with child care, preschool and school age needs. The Centers offer many programs for newborn through 12 years of age. The Centers are open all year round from 6 am – 6 pm, Monday - Friday.

Both Centers offer a full-time infant program for newborn to 1 year olds, a full- and parttime toddler program for 1 - 2 ½ years old, and a full- and part-time preschool program for 2 ½ - 5 years old. A before- and after-school program is available along with drop-in care. The Centers offer a Kidz on Kampus Program available during the summer for 6 - 12 year olds.

Preschool is a Ready-to-Read program that incorporates creative curriculum. The centers offer up to five days instruction in the classroom from 9 am – 12:30 pm. The afternoon is continued with quality childcare and engaging activities that promote a learning center approach within a culturally diverse community. The curriculum integrates physical and intellectual experiences and provides children with the usage of other College facilities, such as the gym, library, and nursing and dental labs for field trips.

The child care center is located on the first floor of the B-wing on the Napier Avenue Campus, and off of the commons area on the South Haven Campus. For discounts, tuition rates, and availability, call the Benton Harbor center at 269-927-6293 or the South Haven center at 269-637-7501 or visit online at www.kidzoneonline.com. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Library

Do you need a quiet place to study? Do you need a computer to use for research or to type a paper? Or do you wish to research topics from your home computer? The William Hessel Library can assist you. Students are invited to visit the William Hessel Library located in the L-Wing on the first floor of the main building where 67 computers are available. All areas of the library support a wireless connection. An electronic security gate at the library door is in effect for the protection of library materials.

Online Research Databases

If you have had the experience of “Googling” only to locate questionable sources or thousands of hits, now is the time to search the library’s databases. You will locate information that comes from valid resources and has gone through an editorial fact checking process. These subscription databases typically contain full-text information from hard print sources such as books, magazines, newspapers, reference books, etc.

Here is a sampling of the 90+ databases available for students: • Online Catalog – Contains the William Hessel Library’s holdings of books and audiovisuals, including electronic books. Students at the Bertrand Crossing, M-TEC, and South Haven campuses can use the “reserve a title” function on the Online Catalog to request circulating titles to be sent to their respective campuses. NOTE: Students must be logged in to use this function.

• Academic Search Elite – 2,000 full-text magazines and journals in all subject areas • CQ Researcher – CQR contains 44 weekly issues per year on a specific topic • CQ Weekly – weekly reporting on the U.S. Congress, Capitol Hill, includes the executive branch, special interest groups, industry, and more. Coverage of all the hot issues of the previous week, including committee and floor activities, debates, and roll-call votes • Credo Reference – more than 500 reference books, full-text • Global Issues in Context – contains overview of topic, full-text articles from magazines, news, and books are also included • Lexis-Nexis – full-text news…60 major U.S. newspapers. International papers, news transcripts, and news archive as far back as twenty years • netLibrary – more than 24,000 electronic books • Oxford Reference Online Premium – more than 200 dictionaries and encyclopedias, full-text For a complete listing visit www.lakemichigancollege.edu/database

Access Information for Searching Databases from Off Campus

Locate the Off Campus Research Portal link located on the library’s welcome webpage.

Click on the link and then login using your eight-digit student ID number and password.

Directions are posted. This is a way to locate not only the Online Catalog, but 90+ subscription databases with one login. NOTE: While 36 databases are visibly shown in the portal, opening an EBSCOhost, FirstSearch, or Gale/InfoTrac database will allow access to other databases by these companies; therefore, logging in allows for access to more than 90 databases.

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Staff Assistance

The library staff is available to assist students, and can help to identify appropriate databases and other appropriate materials along with constructing better search strategies to use for researching electronic resources. Students may reach the library staff by calling the Circulation Desk at (269) 927-8605. An “Ask a Librarian” email is available on the library’s web page.

Holdings

The library holds over 95,000 volumes including books, eBooks, periodicals (15,000 online periodicals), and audiovisual material. Over 90+ subscription databases are available for searching on and off campus. Specific collections in the library include a career section and a children’s literature collection. The library is also responsible for the College archives.

Interlibrary loan service is also available to students.

The library provides two black and white copiers, one color copier, and a microfilm reader/ printer. Three internet printers are also available.

LibGuides Created by Library Staff

Click on the LibGuides link for specific guides to use to research certain topics. - e.g.

“Political Sciences.” These guides usually contain listings of recommended resources for finding information, such as subscription databases, books, websites, and other resources.

Web Site Address: www.lakemichigancollege.edu/lib Hours: Friday Monday - Thursday Fall/Spring 8 am – 9 pm All semesters 8 am – 4 pm Summer 8 am – 6:30 pm Saturday Interim 8 am – 4 pm Fall/Spring 10 am – 2 pm

Summer CLOSED

Library Policies

1. The library supports an environment conducive to study and learning; therefore, please set your cell phone ringers to vibrate and take cell phone conversation out of the library.

2. To check out materials from the library, be prepared to show your LMC Student ID card.

You must be a current student to check out materials.

3. Students may borrow materials for two weeks. A limit of ten items may be checked out at one time. Audiovisual materials may be checked out from two days to two weeks depending on the item. Reference materials and magazines do not circulate.

4. Fines of 25 cents a day up to a maximum of $5 are issued for each overdue item. Students with $5 or more of unpaid fines will not be allowed to check out materials.

5. Reserved materials, usually faculty assigned materials, are kept at the Circulation Desk.

Check out time for these items are usually two hours.

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Lockers

Lockers for use by students with disabilities are located in the first floor subway near B-Wing in the main academic building on the Napier Avenue Campus. Contact the Student Resource Center in room C205 at or call (269) 927-8866.

Lost & Found

Bertrand Crossing Campus Located in the office, room 101.

M-TEC

Check with the receptionist at the front desk.

Napier Avenue Campus

Contact the Information Center in the Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center, or Facilities Management in room S104.

South Haven Campus

Located at the information desk.

Mendel Center

The Mendel Center for Arts and Technology features a 1,517-seat performing arts auditorium presenting a season of Mainstage entertainment, the 247-seat Hanson Theatre, the Louis and Frederick Upton Telecommunications Center, Executive Training Center, and additional space for meetings, seminars, workshops, tradeshows, and other events. Special facilities within the complex include lecture halls and banquet seating for 1,200 guests. Catering for all events is provided by Conference and Event Services located on the Napier Avenue Campus.

Michigan State University

Michigan State University’s Institute of Agricultural Technology (IAT) and Lake Michigan College have teamed up to offer MSU Certificate Programs in Applied Plant Science and Viticulture with the option to also earn an LMC associate’s degree.

MSU’s IAT offers many two-year certificate programs on campus in East Lansing, and now off campus at Lake Michigan College. Similar IAT programs off campus in both the Grand Rapids and Traverse City areas allow LMC students to connect with students in other parts of the state during classes using Interactive Television technology. All MSU courses in these programs are available at the LMC Napier Avenue Campus at MSU tuition rates. Students in the MSU programs must be enrolled in both MSU and LMC and complete all courses from both schools to earn a certificate from MSU and an associate’s degree from LMC. Students may either major in Viticulture or choose a concentration from the Applied Plant Science program in: • Commercial Horticulture Operations • Commercial Turfgrass Operations • Landscape Horticulture For further information, visit the MSU IAT website att www.iat.msu.edu or the LMC website at www.lakemichigancollege.edu/agriculture. To learn more and get started in one of the Agriculture programs, call or email program coordinator, Stacey Rocklin, at (269) 927-8100 ext. 8772 or rocklin@msu.edu. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Munchy’s Cafe

Munchy’s Cafe is located on the first floor of the Napier Avenue Campus academic building, between B and C Wings. The cafe serves both ready-made and made-to-order items such as soups, sandwiches, salads, snack items, and beverages. Items are available for both carry-out and dining-in. Not looking for lunch? Try some of the other items such as the fresh baked LMC cookies, fresh brewed coffee, hot teas, and assorted soft drinks.

Natural Area

Once a farmer’s field and wood lot, the Lake Michigan College Natural Area on the Napier Avenue Campus is located in the northwest corner of the campus, just north of the softball field. The 50-acre tract serves as a wildlife sanctuary and outdoor classroom in conjunction with the College’s Environmental Center.

Students and members of the community are invited to use this area to watch the seasons change, identify plants and animals, cross-country ski the trails, photograph the wonders, or draw, walk, and reflect. Visitors can follow a boardwalk trail more than a mile across a deciduous woods, pond and marsh, white pine forest, and old field environments. A prairie and grassland have been restored with native tall grasses. While the oldest residents of the site are huge 150-year-old beeches and maples, there are also elm, sycamore, white ash, white oak, basswood, shagbark hickory, and spicebush. Together, they create a spectacular show of color in the fall as well as provide a home for numerous species of birds. The woods are also home to amphibians, reptiles, and mammals including deer, rabbits, and squirrels.

Please help to preserve this area by remaining on the trails and boardwalk. Do not remove or disturb the plant or animal life. With your help, this sanctuary will remain a place of beauty and solace from our hectic world.

Off-Campus Extension Centers

Lake Michigan College students may attend classes at a number of locations other than the Napier Avenue Campus in Benton Harbor, the Bertrand Crossing Campus in Niles, the South Haven Campus and the M-TEC facility in Benton Harbor. The content of the classes and the instruction are the same as those offered on-campus. Schedules for off-campus extension centers are included in the Lake Michigan College schedule each semester.

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Parking

Napier Avenue Campus

Campus parking lots are for students, faculty, staff, and tenants of College-owned facilities, Mendel Center patrons, and visitors. Operation and parking of motor vehicles within the campus and leased areas are subject to rules and regulations necessary for safety. Ten handicap parking spaces are located behind the Napier Avenue Campus main academic building in the restricted (Shipping & Receiving) lot near the maintenance entrance. An additional 12 handicap parking spaces are located behind C-wing. Only individuals displaying a certified handicap permit shall be authorized to utilize these spaces. Violators may be ticketed by the Benton Township Police Department.

Three, fifteen-minute “Delivery Only� spaces, located behind the Napier Avenue Campus main academic building in the restricted (Shipping & Receiving) lot near the maintenance entrance, are provided for delivery people to load and unload. Unauthorized vehicles will be towed away at the owner’s expense. Likewise, no one except Board of Trustee members may park in specially marked spots designated for their use, nor shall any vehicle park in the spot reserved for the security vehicle.

Ten visitor parking spaces, including two handicap spaces, are located in front of B-Wing of the Napier Avenue Campus main academic building.

In an emergency, the College reserves the right to tow any vehicle located in an unauthorized area without warning.

Bertrand Crossing Campus

Student parking is available in the front of the building on the west side and in the rear of the building. Special parking permits or stickers are not required.

M-TEC

Student and visitor parking is available on the west side of the building. Special parking permits or stickers are not required.

Mendel Center for Arts and Technology

Student, visitor, and patron parking is available on the north and south side of the Mendel Center. Parking in the north lot is most convenient for those attending events and classes in the Upton Hall, and Dance Drama Room. Those attending events in the Mainstage Theatre, Hanson Theatre, Band Room, North and South Training Rooms and Executive Board Room should use the south parking lot. Handicap parking is available in both parking lots. Parking lots are accessible from the Napier Avenue and Yore Avenue entrances. Special parking permits or stickers are not required.

South Haven Campus

Student and visitor parking is available on the southwest side of the building. Special parking permits or stickers are not required.

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Public Telephones

Napier Avenue Campus

Public pay phones are located: 1) in the lobby in front of the Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center; 2) in the first floor subway area near B-Wing and adjacent to the ATM machine; and 3) outside the main entrance near the flagpoles.

To report a problem with a public telephone, call (toll free) 1-888-293-4513.

Reserving Facilities

Bertrand Crossing Campus

Contact office at the Bertrand Crossing Campus at (269) 695-1391.

M-TEC

Contact the front desk at (269) 926-6832.

Mendel Center

Contact Conference and Event Services at (269) 927-8604.

Napier Avenue Campus Academic Building Contact Roberta Wagner at (269) 927-6504.

South Haven Campus

Contact the South Haven Campus generalist at (269) 637-7500.

Siena Heights University at Lake Michigan College

Lake Michigan College is the regional center for Siena Heights University, a Catholic, coeducational, liberal arts college founded by the Adrian Dominican Congregation in 1919.

The main campus is located in Adrian, Michigan.

The Lake Michigan College Center, located in room C-204, offers junior/senior level courses to associate degree graduates and other students interested in earning a bachelor’s degree.

All courses needed to complete the bachelor’s degree are offered at the Lake Michigan College Center.

From the Siena Heights University Center at Lake Michigan College you can earn the following degrees: • Bachelor of Business Administration in Business • Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting • Bachelor of Arts in Multidisciplinary Studies • Bachelor of Arts in Community Services, with Family Systems Concentration • Bachelor of Applied Science, with majors in Allied Health or Technical fields • Master of Arts in Leadership, with several concentrations to choose from For more information, call (269) 927-6711 or 1-800-252-1562, ext. 6711 LMC students are encouraged to make an advising appointment at Siena’s LMC office to explore plans for degree completion.

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Study Areas

Napier Avenue Campus

Lake Michigan College provides both formal and informal study areas for students at all campus locations. Tables and chairs have been placed in center stairwells of the Napier Avenue Campus for study purposes. For more formal study, a group study room or individual carrels are available in the library on the Napier Avenue Campus.

Bertrand Crossing Campus

Tables and chairs are available in the main hallway, and in the student lounge, room 100.

South Haven Campus

Tables and chairs are available in the student commons and in the quiet study room designated each semester.

Vending

Napier Avenue Campus

Food, snack, and beverage vending machines are available in the Hall of Pride area. Cold beverage vending machines are available in the C-Wing west, 1st floor; B-Wing, 2nd floor; and L-Wing, 3rd floor.

Bertrand Crossing Campus

Snack and beverage vending machines are available in the student commons near the restrooms.

M-TEC

Snack and beverage vending machines are available near the center entrance on the west side of the building.

Mendel Center

Beverage vending is available near the two-way classroom.

South Haven Campus

Food and beverage vending is available near the commons area on the first floor under the white canopy.

WaveLink

WaveLink is your virtual ‘One Stop’ for information about and services from Lake Michigan College. Through WaveLink, you can:

• Register for classes • Pay for classes • View final semester grades • Review your class schedule • Access your Lake Michigan College hosted Gmail account • Communicate with instructors and students using email

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WaveLink is available to all currently enrolled students, LMC faculty, and staff. You can access WaveLink from any computer with an internet connection, and from any of the computer labs located on each of the College campuses. For more information about WaveLink, visit the WaveLink Overview webpage at wavelink.lakemichigancollege.edu or talk with any of our Student Services staff at our campus locations.

The Lake Michigan College hosted Gmail account can be accessed 15 minutes after the first time you sign-in to WaveLink. This email account can only be accessed through the login to WaveLink. You cannot go to mail.google.com and login.

Student E-Mail

• LMC provides an email account for all students which is the official communication channel between LMC and the student.

• Email accounts are created for you automatically during the course registration process.

• Your email address is: (Wavelink User Name)@email.lakemichigancollege.edu • Your LMC issued email account is forwarded to your personal email account of record in Banner at the start of each term.

• Please validate and update the forwarding rules for your college issued email account at the start of each term.

• Your email address will be kept active one year from the last term attended.

Wellness Center

The Wellness Center features a state-of-the-art super circuit, cardiovascular training area with broadcast television, free weights, and additional body part weight machines. A professional is available in the center at all times.

Anyone can utilize the Wellness Center upon two types of enrollment. Participants may register for “Total Fitness I” for one credit hour of college transferable credit or “Health and Fitness” for three credit hours which fulfills LMC Wellness graduation requirement, or may register for “Wellness Center Membership” for $50 per semester or $120 per year. Once registered, participants must contact the Wellness Center to schedule orientation, after which, the participant may use the wellness center anytime and as often as desired during operating hours.

Wellness Center Hours - Fall & Spring Semester Monday – Thursday - 6:30 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Friday – 6:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Saturday - 8 a.m. - 11a.m.

For more information go to www.lakemichigancollege.edu/wellness

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Western Michigan University-Southwest

Western Michigan University is a public, national university committed to excellence in graduate and undergraduate education. Founded in 1903, it is classified as “Doctoral/ Research Universities-Extensive” by the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education. In its annual ranking of the nation’s 4,000 colleges and universities, U.S. News & World Report consistently lists WMU as one of the nation’s top 100 public universities.

WMU-Southwest boasts many of main campus’s prestigious programs. The Haworth College of Business is among an elite 5 percent of international business schools that are accredited at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Also, a national publication that serves all branches of the armed forces has identified Western Michigan University as Michigan’s topranked school for outreach and service to veterans.

Western Michigan University and Lake Michigan College have formed a partnership allowing LMC students to make a seamless transition into junior and senior level courses at WMUSouthwest, located at LMC’s Napier Avenue Campus.

The following programs are available at WMU-Southwest: Undergraduate Programs

• Addiction Studies (Minor) Online • Business Administration (BBA) • Elementary Education (BS) • Family Studies/Child and Family Development (BS) Online hybrid* • General University Studies (BA/BS) Online hybrid* • Manufacturing Engineering (BSE) • Nursing: RN – BSN (BSN) Online hybrid*

Graduate Certificates

• 18-hour Professional Teacher Certificate (CERT) • Career and Technical Education Online hybrid* • Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Certification Online hybrid* • Troops to Teachers Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Certification Online hybrid* • Educational Technology (CERT) Online • Holistic Health Care (CERT) Online

Graduate Programs

• Career and Technical Education (MA) Online hybrid* • Educational Leadership (MA) • Educational Technology (MA) Online • Practice of Teaching (MA) • Social Work (MSW)

For more information call (269) 934-1500 or visit www.wmich.edu/southwest *Some face-to-face courses required.

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Student Resources Academic Advisors

See Academic Advisors on page 110.

Adding Courses

See Class Registration, page 115.

Admission Policy

Lake Michigan College offers an “open door� admissions policy for individuals who are interested in and capable of benefiting from the post-secondary experience. Any person can apply for admission to Lake Michigan College who is interested in and capable of benefiting from the post-secondary experience, and who is: 1. A high school graduate or GED recipient, or 2. Eighteen years of age or older, or 3. Demonstrates Ability to Benefit on an approved College assessment instrument.

Individuals who are under the age of 18 and demonstrate the Ability to Benefit will be offered acceptance after that individual’s high school class has graduated. Individuals can be admitted as a student at LMC without a high school diploma or GED. Individuals who are still in high school may enroll in classes at the College during regular high school hours with permission of their high school guidance officer by completing an Early College Registration form. Early College participants are to apply for admission to the College for any semester after their graduation date.

Guest student status will be granted to individuals who attend other colleges and universities upon completion of the Michigan Uniform Undergraduate Guest Application. Guest students may enroll in course work for which all stated pre-requisites have been met.

The College reserves the right to evaluate and document special cases and to refuse admission and/or continued enrollment if the College determines that the applicant/student is a threat or a potential danger to the college community or if such refusal is considered in the best interest of the College.

The College retains the right to deny and/or revoke admission/enrollment of any applicant or student who was convicted of a felony or a crime requiring listing on the sex offender registry. A registered sex offender is defined as any person who is required pursuant to State or Federal Law to be registered on any Criminal Information Network and/or the National Crime Information Center Convicted Sexual Offender registry.

The College will monitor the sex offender registry list to identify persons on the list who have been convicted of a felony or a crime requiring listing on the sex offender registry and are applying for admission to or enrolled in Lake Michigan College. Individuals convicted of a felony or a crime requiring listing on the sex offender registry are required to inform the Vice President, Student Services of their status at the time they seek admission to the College.

Failure to comply with notification requirements may result in immediate denial of admission or expulsion from the College. As required by Federal Law, Lake Michigan College will provide a link in one or more areas of its web site and in appropriate College publications to the Michigan State Police Sex Offender Registry. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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A student whose admission is revoked after enrollment must be notified of the right to an appeal process and provided due process. The student whose admission is revoked is provisionally enrolled and permitted to attend classes pending the outcome of the appeal process, if the student chooses to appeal.

Admission Review Panel

The purpose of the Admission Review Panel is to review and make admission decisions related to applicants who are on the sex offender registry, applicants or enrolled students convicted of a felony, or students seeking reinstatement to the college after a suspension or dismissal. The panel includes a representative from Student Services, Instruction, and Campus Safety.

Admissions Status

Applicant Convicted of a Felony or a Crime Requiring Listing on the Sex Offender Registry

Upon notification that an applicant has been convicted of a felony or convicted of a crime requiring listing on the sex offender registry, an administrative hold will be placed on the applicant’s record which will prevent the applicant from registering for classes.

The applicant will be required to meet with the Admission Review Panel and/or the Vice President, Student Services before being approved for admission to the college. The applicant has no appeal rights.

Continuing Students

Any LMC student who has enrolled at any time within four consecutive semesters (excluding summer term), may return to study without applying for readmission to the College provided the student’s account is in good standing and all other obligations to the College have been met. Upon completion of the first semester enrolled at LMC, a student is classified as a continuing student and remains a continuing student until the student no longer meets the definition of a continuing student.

Early College Students

Students currently attending high school (including home school), who wish to participate in the Early College program (dual enroll or direct credit), must work with their high school counselor or the director of Early College to submit the appropriate documents and approvals. While in high school, Early College participants are non degree-seeking. Early College students who wish to attend LMC after high school graduation must apply for admission to be accepted as a degree-seeking student.

Enrolled Student Convicted of a Felony or a Crime Requiring Listing on the Sex Offender Registry Upon notification that an enrolled student was convicted of a felony or was convicted of a crime requiring listing on the sex offender registry, an administrative hold will be placed on the applicant’s record which will prevent the applicant from registering for further classes. The enrolled student will be required to meet with the Admission Review Panel and/or the Vice President, Student Services before being approved for continuation of classes. The enrolled student has appeal rights please see page 151.

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Guest Students

Students, who are enrolled as degree-seeking at another institution, may apply for guest status at LMC to enroll in courses intended to transfer back to the degree-seeking institution. Students are requested to complete the MACRAO approved Michigan Uniform Undergraduate Guest application and the LMC full registration card. The guest application and registration card must be submitted for every semester in which the student wishes to enroll as a guest. To enroll, the student must provide proof all prerequisites required by the specific courses have been satisfied. A guest student who wishes to be admitted as a degree-seeking LMC student for the first time must apply for admission. A guest student who previously has been admitted to LMC as a degrees-seeking student must contact the Records Office at (269) 927-8107 to determine if a new application for admission is required.

New Students

A new or first time in any college student is someone who has never attended any college or university. All new degree-seeking students must apply for admission to LMC. Students who participated in LMC’s Early College program during high school are classified as new students during the first semester enrolled as degree-seeking at LMC after high school graduation.

Non degree-seeking students may enroll in classes at LMC for personal interest. All nondegree-seeking students are encouraged to apply for admission before first semester of enrollment. However, non-degree-seeking students must apply for admission before the next semester of enrollment.

Returning Students

Any LMC student, who has not enrolled within four or more consecutive full semesters (excluding summer), must contact the Records Office at (269) 927-8107 to determine if a new application for admission is required. These students are classified as returning students for the first semester of enrollment.

Transfer Students

Any student who has attended another post-secondary institution and will now be attending LMC for the first time as degree-seeking is classified as a transfer student during the first semester of enrollment at LMC. A transfer student must apply for admission and have official transcripts sent directly to LMC to have previously taken courses evaluated for transfer equivalency credit.

Advising

Prior to registering as a new student, if you are taking six or more credit hours or plan on obtaining an associate’s degree or certificate, you are required to see a Student Services academic advisor or faculty advisor for assistance in planning your schedule for your first semester. As a current Lake Michigan College student, you are encouraged to meet with a Student Services academic advisor or faculty advisor prior to each semester and anytime you have questions.

Academic Advising

Professional advisors are available to assist students with questions regarding academic and career transfer planning as it relates to educational goals and objectives. Some specific areas where assistance is provided are: • Assistance with academic opportunities and choices • Academic program planning, including questions regarding required course pre- and co- requisites • Developing individualized Student Education Plans (SEP) • Transfer to senior institutions • Student resources, i.e. disability services, single parent/displaced homemakers, grants, and services www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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For advising at the Napier Avenue Campus, contact the Student Services information desk or call 1-800-252-1562 or (269) 927-8128 to schedule an appointment.

For advising at the Bertrand Crossing Campus, call (269) 695-1391 for an appointment.

For advising at the South Haven Campus call (269) 637-7500.

Student Services academic advisors can also be contacted directly for an appoinment.

(See page 110).

Advising questions can be emailed to advisor@lakemichigancollege.edu

Academic Advising by Faculty

Full or part-time students are encouraged to see the faculty advisor for their particular area of study during their first semester of classes to review their academic goals. Faculty advisors are available each semester to answer questions and assist students with their academic goals.

Please call faculty advisors directly for an appointment. (See list on pages 115-119) All extensions can be reached through the switchboard, (269) 927-8100 or 1-800-252-1562.

AlertNow

AlertNow is an automated system that Lake Michigan College uses to inform students of important campus information such as weather-related campus closings and campus emergencies. The message can be delivered as a voice message to a landline telephone or cell phone, as a text message to a cell phone, and/or as an email message.

You will automatically be registered for the service at the time of class registration based on telephone and email information you provide to the College.

Updating your AlertNow Contact Information

For additional details on how to update your contact information (cell phone, home phone) please refer to the online user’s guide on www.lakemichigancollege.com\alertnow

Opt-Out Process

To opt out from receiving alerts, please send an email using your LMC provided student email account to AlertNowOptOut@lakemichgiancollege.edu. The opt out process must be repeated for each term you desire to be excluded from receiving alerts.

Notice: General fees from your cell phone carrier may apply when using this service. Lake Michigan College is not responsible for any fees that may be charged by your cell phone carrier for voice and text messages sent to your cell phone. This includes overages on your monthly minutes and/or fees your carrier may charge for text messaging.

Timely Alerts

If circumstances warrant it, special timely crime alerts are prepared and distributed through the AlertNOW reporting service. These alerts advise the College community of the situation, steps to take to avoid being victimized, and the number to call for more information.

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Alumni Association

The Lake Michigan College Alumni Association takes an active role in the College and in the community. Open to people who attended or graduated from Lake Michigan College or Benton Harbor Junior College, the Alumni Association provides an opportunity to participate in the progress of the College. The Association also sponsors annual Alumni Awards given to outstanding alumni during Commencement. For more information, contact the Manager of Foundation and Alumni Services at (269) 927-6849.

Assessment and Placement

For course placement purposes, all students new to Lake Michigan College will be required to complete an assessment of writing, mathematics, and reading skills prior to registration unless an exemption applies based on current procedure.

English, mathematics, and reading basic skills prerequisites for College classes are listed in the course description section of the College catalog as E-English, M-Mathematics or R-Reading.

Students whose assessment scores do not meet or exceed levels set for E, M, R prerequisites must successfully complete appropriate Transitional Studies courses prior to registration in courses with these prerequisites.

There is no charge for the assessment. The initial assessment is completed as a unit; however, students may retake each portion once. If you have not enrolled for five consecutive years, you must take the assessment unless an exemption applies.

Upon request, students with disabilities, with documentation on file in the Student Resource Center, will be provided special testing accommodations.

Students may request disability-related test accomodations through the Student Resource Center at (269) 927-8100 ext. 5191 or 5192.

Students who will be exempt from assessment include: • Students who submit ACT or SAT scores at or above current qualifying levels for E, M, and R prerequisites. Documentation of current qualifying levels will be maintained in the Assessment Center.

• Students with an associate degree or higher, based on documentation.

• Students with a minimum grade of “C” in the equivalent of a college-level freshman composition course and a college-level algebra course, based on documentation.

• Students with documented transfer credit in a college-level composition class will be exempt from the reading and writing portions of the assessment. Those students with documented transfer credit in elementary algebra will be exempt from the math portion of assessment • Students enrolling ONLY in courses with no prerequisites as printed in the current LMC College Catalog.

• Students taking non-credit courses and courses for Continuing Education units (CEUs).

The Assessment Testing Center is located in room B200/202 on the Napier Avenue Campus.

The Bertrand Crossing Campus assessment is located in room 100. Assessment at the South Haven Campus is located in the Student Services area. Assessment hours can be found in the class schedule or online.

Questions may be addressed to LMC’s Assessment Coordinator at (269) 927-6173.

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Erick Pifer Lisa Augustyniak Stacey Rocklin Ken Flowers TBD Dr. Missy Howse Dr. Susan Lentz Dr. Fran Miles Dr. Fran Miles Robert Schodorf Frank Stijnman

Advisor

Faculty Advisors Program of Study

Accounting Administrative Office Systems Applied Plant Science Apprentice (Trade-Related) Art Biology Biology Biology Biology Biology Biology

Angela Marsh-Peek Jennifer Wright Brett Closson Nancy Nellans Kate Attila-Hyska Leticia Zayas

Ken Kettler

Advisor

All programs: Director of Advising All programs All programs All programs and MI Works! Students All programs and MI Works! Students All programs TBA All programs and Veterans Affairs Students

Program

Student Services Academic Advisors

Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue M-TEC Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue South Haven Napier Avenue Napier Avenue

Campus

Campus

Napier Avenue Bertrand Crossing Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue South Haven South Haven Napier Avenue

C122d C122f C125d MT101 C229e C324a C324g C324e SH117 C324d C324e

Room #

Room #

A215 100d A209b A214 A213 SH116 SH119 A219

5004 8171 8772 4103 5181 8623 8624 7157 5080 5075 8862

Ext.

Ext.

6280 2792 6294 8185 6569 7514 7506 6544

mhowse lentz miles miles schodorf stijnman

pifer augustyn srocklin flowers

E-mail

E-mail

marshpeek jwright closson nnellans kattilahyska lzayas

kkettler

Lake Michigan College’s Student Services Academic Advisors and Faculty Advisors are available to help you plan a schedule in a specific subject area. Please call advisors directly for an appointment. All extensions can be reached by calling 269-927-8100 or 1-800-252-1562. All e-mail address are followed by @lakemichigancollege.edu.

Academic Advisors

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Business Business Business Chemistry Chemistry Chemistry Communication Computer Information Systems Corrections, Probation & Parole Dental Assisting Dental Hygiene Pre-Dentistry Diagnostic Sonography Drafting & Design Early Childhood Education Education – Elementary Education – Elementary WMU Education – Elementary WMU Education – Elementary WMU Education – Elementary WMU Education – Secondary Emergency Medical Technology Energy Production Technologies English English English

Program of Study

Academic Advisors

Greg Iwaniuk Erick Pifer Joseph Zwiller Dr. Bal Barot Dr. Paige Eagan Dr. Leah Parkinson Sharon Klemm Charles Olszewski TBD Julie Uribe TBD Dr. Sue Lentz Beth Zak Ken Flowers Dr. Delores Jackson Denise Thomas Mike Durren Dr. Missy Howse James Larson Dr. Cole Lovett Denise Thomas Dr. Delores Jackson Steve Karsten Nicholas Brittin Joe Eklund Chuck Jordan

Advisor

Campus

Bertrand Crossing Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue M-TEC Napier Avenue South Haven Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue South Haven Napier Avenue M-TEC Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue

Room #

C102a C122d C122e C324b C324k C324h C222f C122g C122c C115 C115 C324g C120j MT101 C327b SH116 C324c C324a C222g C324f SH116 C327b MT101 C229e C229g C229h

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juribe

E-mail

iwaniuk pifer jwiller barot eagan lparkinson klemms olszewski

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Advisor

Dr. Stephen Jukuri Dr. Janice Zerfas Bob Schodorf Dr. Susan Lentz Dr. Denise Scameheorn Ken Flowers Dr. Chris Paine Dr. Cole Lovett Brandon Pierce Jill Claeys Daniel Meyers Dr. Chris Paine Dr. Gary Roberts Chris Woodruff Dr. Denise Scameheorn Ken Flowers TBD Lisa Augustyniak Ken Flowers Kerry Mohney Greg Iwaniuk Chris Bendixen Dr. Gerry Cox James Larson Brenda Shepard Dr. Delores Jackson

Program of Study

English English Environmental Science Pre-Forensics Foreign Language General Technologies Geography Geology Graphic Design Health Health History Honors Hospitality Management Humanities Industrial Maintenance Law Enforcement Legal Office Assistant Machine Tool Techology Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRIT) Management/Marketing Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Mathematics Medical Assistant Technology

Academic Advisors Campus Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue M-TEC Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue M-TEC Napier Avenue Napier Avenue M-TEC Napier Avenue Bertrand Crossing Napier Avenue Bertrand Crossing Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue

C229j C222f C324d C324g C125h MT101 C125e C324f B307 C229b C229c C125e C125b C122e C125h MT101 C122c C122f MT101 C120a C102a C222e 102b C222g C222c C327b

Room # 8741 8871 5075 8624 8775 3032 8607 8744 8767 8964 8745 8607 8771 8868 8775 4103 5003 8171 4103 8748 2949 8755 2620 8962 8781 8762

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E-mail

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Advisor

Lisa Augustyniak Kerry Mohney Dan Hendrickson Ken Flowers Dr. Delores Jackson Shelly Hennen Tonya Sobaski Mary Jo Risetter Suellen Klein Kay Rice Francis Katherine Szymanski Dr. Delores Jackson Dr. Denise Scameheorn Jill Claeys Daniel Meyer Mike Durren Dr. Gary Roberts Dr. Fran Miles Dr. Fran Miles Frank Stijnman Mike Durren Dr. Gary Roberts Dr. Sue Lentz Dr. Fran Miles Dr. Fran Miles

Program of Study

Medical Office Assistant MRIT Music Nuclear Technology Nursing Nursing Nursing Nursing Nursing Nursing Nursing Paramedic Philosophy Physical Education & Wellness Physical Education & Wellness Physics Political Science Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Chiropractic Pre-Engineering Pre-Law Pre-Medicine Pre-Mortuary Science Pre-Mortuary Science

Academic Advisors Campus Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Mendel Center M-TEC Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue South Haven Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue South Haven

C122f C327c F203 MT101 C327b C327e C327f C327d C327e C327f C321 C327b C125h C229b C229c C324c C125b C324e SH117 C324e C324c C125b C324g C324e SH117

Room # 8171 8748 6588 4103 8762 8615 8860 8770 8742 8736 8864 8762 8775 8964 8745 8963 8771 5080 7157 8862 8963 8771 8624 5080 7157

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E-mail

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Advisor

Frank Stijnman Dr. Sue Lentz Dr. Bal Barot Jill Claeys Dr. Sue Lentz Dr. Amy Scrima Dr. Denise Scameheorn Kerry Mohney Ildiko Widman Dr. Delores Jackson Ken Flowers Dr. Michelle Stone Dr. Michelle Stone TBD Dr. Denise Scameheorn Stacey Rocklin Charles Olszewski

Program of Study

Pre-Mortuary Science Pre-Optometry Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Physical Therapy Pre-Veterinary Medicine Psychology Psychology Radiologic Technology Radiologic Technology Respiratory Care Skilled Trades Technology Social Work Sociology Theatre Undecided/Liberal Arts Viticulture Water Purification Technology

Academic Advisors Campus Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue M-TEC Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Mendel Center Napier Avenue Napier Avenue Napier Avenue

Room # C324e C324g C324b C229b C324g C125g C125h C102a C120l C327b MT101 C125f C125f F122 C125h C125d C122g

Ext. 8862 8624 8754 8964 8624 8777 8775 8748 5102 8762 3032 8863 8863 8627 8775 8772 8749

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Campus Tours

Tours of Lake Michigan College’s Napier Avenue Campus, Bertrand Crossing Campus, South Haven Campus, or M-TEC facility are offered on an appointment basis. Approximately 45-60 minutes are required for each tour. Appointments for the Napier Avenue Campus can be arranged by calling (269) 927-8626. Tours of the Bertrand Crossing Campus can be scheduled by calling (269) 695-1391. Tours of M-TEC can be scheduled by calling (269) 926-6832. Tours of the South Haven Campus can be scheduled by calling (269) 637-7500.

Career and Transfer Center

A Career and Transfer Center coordinator is available to provide comprehensive support in all aspects of workforce development. The center also provides a centralized location for resources on LMC’s campus designed to facilitate a smooth transition for students who are either transferring into LMC or transferring to a four-year college or university. Career exploration, local job postings, transfer information and other support services are included.

The Career and Transfer Center is conveniently located in the Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center on the Napier Avenue Campus. For more information please contact (269) 927-6284. Information brochures are also available in the main reception area of the Bertrand Crossing, South Haven, and M-TEC campuses.

Class Registration and Schedule Change Class Schedule

Exact deadlines for all course changes are established and published each semester. (See Academic Calendar and Withdrawal Schedule.) No course changes may be made after the deadline except when initiated by the instructor because the student has been misplaced and the change is approved by the departmental dean.

Each student is responsible for his or her course schedule and any changes to it, such as adding, dropping, or withdrawing. WaveLink displays all courses for which a student is enrolled. Each student should print and inspect a schedule of his or her classes from WaveLink after registration and each time a change (drop, add, etc.) is made. Any discrepancy should be addressed immediately by making the appropriate change in WaveLink. Students requiring assistance may call (269) 927-8119 or visit the One-Stop Registration area on any LMC campus.

Adding Classes

Students add course work to their schedule by enrolling through their WaveLink account.

Students requiring registration assistance may call (269) 927-8119 or visit the One-Stop Registration area on any LMC campus. Students may add courses up to the published last day to add for the semester. Students may register for Open Entry/Open Exit and Open Entry/ Defined Exit courses throughout the semester up to the last week of the semester. During the last week of the semester, students register for OE/OE and OE/DE courses beginning in the next semester. See Late Registration Procedure on page 116.

For a student to use their financial aid (this includes grants, most scholarships, loans, and work study), they must be registered for all classes before the end of the add period for the semester. This pertains to registration for all courses, including OE/OE, OE/DE, and late starting classes.

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Dropping Classes

Students drop course work through their WaveLink account. Students requiring assistance to drop a course may call (269) 927-8119 or visit the One-Stop Registration area on any LMC campus. The student will receive a refund of any tuition and fees already paid for the dropped course. Students may drop a course only during the published drop dates. Late starting, Open Entry/Open Exit, and Open Entry/Defined Exit courses are permitted to be dropped up to the end of the third day after registration.

Guaranteed to Go Courses

Guaranteed to Go means that classes won’t be cancelled due to low enrollment. So, now you can build your schedule with confidence that the class you want will be there for you when you want it. Certain restrictions do apply: 1. Guarantee applies only to class sections listed in the current, printed, class schedule and only to classes being held at one of the College’s four campuses: Napier Avenue Campus, Bertrand Crossing Campus, South Haven Campus, or M-TEC. Class sections added after the class schedule has been printed will be listed on the College web site but the College reserves the right to cancel any of these new additions if there is insufficient enrollment.

2. Guarantee applies only to fall and spring semesters.

3. Guarantee applies only to classes offered and does not guarantee specific instructional personnel.

4. If an instructor becomes unavailable, the College will make every effort to find a replacement instructor. If a replacement cannot be found, the College reserves the right to cancel the class.

5. Lake Michigan College reserves the right to customize class offerings for classes that have low enrollment. This may include independent study, or other flexible approaches.

6. Foreign language courses from FORL 125 thru 198 are excluded from this guarantee.

These require that two students be enrolled in order to run.

7. Classes may be cancelled due to natural disasters or acts of God that make College-owned facilities unavailable.

8. Guarantee does not apply to Early College classes offered by Lake Michigan College.

Independent Study

At Lake Michigan College, you have the opportunity to participate in Independent Study course work. This must be arranged with a supervising instructor and must be approved by the appropriate dean. Independent study is designed to provide an opportunity for outstanding students to pursue special or advanced study topics. Independent study may be elected for one or two semester hours of credit, depending on the nature of the project undertaken. The amount of credit assigned is determined by you, the supervising faculty member and the appropriate dean. Independent Study enrollment will take place during regular registration only.

Late Registration Procedure

During the week prior to the start of the semester or term, a $20 late registration fee will be charged to students registering for the first time, or who are adding classes to their existing schedule.

During the first week of classes, students may only register for or add classes that have not yet met for the first time. A late registration fee will be charged.

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Withdraw

Students receiving financial aid (this includes grants, most scholarships, loans, and work study) must contact the Financial Aid Office in room A-219 or (269) 927-8112 prior to withdrawing from any course.

Students withdraw from a course by submitting the withdrawal form directly to the OneStop Registration area on any campus. Withdraws are not available through WaveLink. A withdraw does not qualify for a refund of tuition and fees. During the first 80% of the course, a student may withdraw with a guaranteed “W” grade without the instructor’s permission.

During the final 20% of the course, the student must confer with the instructor to request permission to withdraw. Permission to withdraw is solely at the discretion of the instructor.

Withdrawal requests received after the last day of the class will not be honored.

Attention

• Discontinuing attendance in a class does not constitute dropping or withdrawing from a course. Failure to officially drop or withdraw from a course that the student is not attending will result in the grade earned according to grading criteria outlined in the course syllabus. A drop or withdrawal is not official until the student successfully completes and verifies the drop action in WaveLink or completes the appropriate withdrawal form and delivers it, in person, to the One-Stop Registration area on any LMC campus. No student should assume that an instructor has dropped or withdrawn him/her from a course.

• Requests to add, drop, or withdraw from classes that are mailed or faxed (269-927-6875) to the College will be honored only if they are postmarked or received by the posted deadline. Mailed or faxed request must contain a readable copy of a photo ID which contains the student’s signature, full name, LMC ID number, specific instructions for amending the schedule, and the student’s signature matching the signature on the photo ID. Unsigned requests will not be honored.

• Final grades are available via the student’s WaveLink approximately one week after the end of the semester. The student assumes responsibility to monitor grades at the end of the semester. Any grade challenges must be made within one semester after the grade has been issued.

CLEP Testing

The College Level Examination Program (CLEP), sponsored by the College Entrance Examination Board, affords students and prospective students the opportunity to demonstrate academic proficiency at the freshman/sophomore college level in specific subject areas.

(While CLEP does offer general examinations, Lake Michigan College does not accept these examinations for college credit.) The specific subject area examinations measure factual knowledge and understanding, as well as the ability to see relationships and apply principles to new problems. They are essentially end-of-course tests developed for widely-taught undergraduate courses. The Assessment Center is located in room B200/202 on the Napier Avenue Campus. For further information, call (269) 927-6173.

College and Career Success

If you are a student coming to college for the first time and taking more than six credit hours at Lake Michigan College, you should enroll in the College and Career Success course (CLS 100). This one credit class will introduce college web-based resources including WaveLink and Blackboard, technology-based program planning and transfer information, and library research databases. It will assist your understanding of college expectations, time management, effective study and learning strategies, career decision making, and living and working in a diverse global society. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Course Cancellations See Class Registration, page 115.

Disability Resources

Lake Michigan College extends opportunities to students with disabilities in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act 1990, As Amended. The college ensures that its physical facilities, programs, and services are accessible to students with disabilities. Reasonable accommodations will be made for students with documented disabilities.

Students have a right to either disclose or not disclose a disability. If a student desires to receive academic accommodations, they must contact the Lake Michigan College Student Resource Center, located in room C-205 on the Napier Avenue Campus. It is recommended they register with the Student Resource Center 45 days prior to the start of classes. With this disclosure, a student has the responsibility to provide relevant and current documentation of disability describing how it impacts their educational learning. The College is not required to fund the disability documentation process. Accommodations are discussed with the student and result in the development of a Plan of Accommodation. The student will be given copies of the Plan of Accommodation and will be responsible for discussing their accommodations with their individual course instructors. Documentation of disability materials are maintained in a secure area.

Accessible parking spaces are available in designated areas at all college facilities. Should a student desire to obtain a gate pass to access designated parking, located in the gated lot at the Napier Avenue Campus instructional building, they should contact staff at the Student Resource Center, C-205.

In the event that any student with a disability feels that he or she has not received adequate academic accommodations or they find their instructors are resistant to the implementation of the accommodations, they should contact the Director of the Student Resource Center located in room C-205a or call (269) 927-8866. In the event that any student with a disability feels that they have been discriminated against or has generally been treated unfavorably based on their disability, that student should also contact the Director of the Student Resource Center.

Dropping Courses

See Class Registration, page 115.

Educational Opportunity Center

The Educational Opportunity Center (EOC) is a four-year, federally funded program hosted by the College that provides information regarding academic and financial assistance for individuals who wish to pursue completion of high school, and/or pursue postsecondary education at any college or university. The EOC provides assistance with the preparation of applications for use by admission and financial aid offices.

To be eligible for EOC services, you must be, (1) at least 18 years of age and, (2) a resident of Berrien, Cass, Allegan, or Van Buren counties in Michigan, or a resident of La Porte or St. Joseph counties in Indiana, and (3) a citizen, national or permanent resident of the United States or in the United States for other than temporary purpose.

The EOC assists eligible adults who have dropped out of high school or college, have graduated from high school, or received their GED and want to pursue a college degree, vocational, or skilled trade certification. Call (269) 927-8100, ext. 5031 for more information. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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English As a Second Language

All incoming students, including those who speak English as a second language (ESL), are assessed relative to reading, writing, and mathematics skills. Lake Michigan College is aware that assessment instruments designed for students whose first language is English do not adequately assess the skills of ESL students. Therefore, ESL students will be assessed for English language proficiency using a test of English as a Second Language. ESL students are required to take the ESL assessment.

Non-native speakers of English and graduates of high schools outside the United States must take the ESL assessment unless they can present proof of a TOEFL score >500, or >173 on the computer version, at the time of their initial registration.

Questions regarding assessment for ESL students should be directed to the Transitional Studies department at (269) 927-8100, ext. 5183.

Financial Aid

To determine eligibility for need-based assistance, students must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA will gather information regarding you and your parent’s adjusted gross income, Social Security benefits, social services benefits, the number of family members, the number of family members in college, and for some, family assets.

You may complete the FAFSA via the web at www.fafsa.gov.

The amount of need-based assistance a student can receive is determined by subtracting the expected family contribution (EFC) from the cost of attendance. The cost of attendance is based on estimation of tuition, fees, books, supplies, housing, food, transportation, and personal expenses.

Based upon the amount of the student’s financial need, the Student Financial Aid Office awards a package of scholarships, grants and employment. Applications for the Federal Direct loan program are also available.

Even if you don’t think you qualify for financial assistance, you should still complete an application, available from any generalist in the Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center, or in the offices at the Bertrand Crossing Campus and South Haven Campus.

For more information, call (269) 927-8112.

Flex Pay – Monthly Tuition Payment Plan

Flex Pay is a low cost way to break down your tuition and fee expenses over a series of monthly payments. It is not a loan program, so you don’t have any debt, interest or finance charges and there are no credit checks. The cost is $25 per semester, which is a nonrefundable enrollment fee. Flex Pay is administered by Nelnet Business Solutions.

Your monthly payments can be made by automatic bank payment from checking or savings, or credit card, excluding Visa.

If you are interested in the Flex Pay payment plan, call the LMC Business Office at 1-800-252-1562 ext. 8610 or (269) 927-8610 for more information and enroll online at www.lakemichigancollege.edu/flexpay

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Gay/Straight Alliance at Lake Michigan College

The LMC Gay/Straight Alliance works to promote a welcoming and safe environment at LMC for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered persons and their families, friends, and allies.

Services available to students include: (1) information and resources on concerns relating to sexual orientation or gender identity issues (2) a Gay-Straight Alliance Student Club for networking, support, and campus education/advocacy (3) assistance and support if you have been made to feel uncomfortable or have been harassed or threatened because of your sexual orientation or gender identity. Contact Missy Howse at (269) 927-8100 ext. 5194, or mhowse@lakemichigancollege.edu.

Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) Compliance Plan for Combating Unauthorized Distribution of Copyrighted Materials

Higher Education Opportunity Act (HEOA) requires colleges control unauthorized file sharing on college campus network. This includes reducing the illegal uploading and downloading of copyrighted works through peer-to-peer (P2P) file sharing. HEOA requires that colleges impose the following: 1. An annual disclosure to students describing copyright law and campus policies related to violating copyright law.

2. A plan to “effectively combat the unauthorized distribution of copyrighted materials” by users of its network, including “the use of one or more technology-based deterrents.”

3. A plan to “offer alternatives to illegal downloading.”

Peer to Peer File Sharing Restrictions

The use of peer-to-peer file sharing or bit-torrent applications on the Lake Michigan College network is strictly prohibited and may result in civil or criminal penalties and other disciplinary actions. Peer-to-peer file sharing software or bit-torrents may put your computer at risk. If you download and distribute copyright material you may face legal action from the Recording Industry of America or the Motion Picture Association of America. In addition, the posting of copyright material online or the emailing of copyright material from within the College network or with a College issued email account is strictly prohibited. For additional information please refer to the Acceptable Use Policy link on the bottom of the Lake Michigan College website. Lake Michigan College uses packet shaping and other networking tools to manage Internet activity. In the event you need assistance in removing a file-sharing application; please contact the Information Technology Helpdesk at 269-927-8189.

Procedures for handling reported infringement:

If the College is contacted with a “Notice of Claimed Infringement” or similar infringement notification by a copyright holder, then the notice will be forwarded to the student and the Vice President, Student Services. The offense will be handled via the student judicial process published in the student college handbook.

Legal Alternatives for Downloading Digital Content

For a listing of online legal alternatives for downloads, please refer to the Educase listing at url: http://www.educause.edu/legalcontent

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Summary of Civil and Criminal Penalties for Violation of Federal Copyright Laws

Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code). These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without authority constitutes an infringement.

Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or “statutory” damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For “willful” infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed.

A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys’ fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505.

Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense.

For more information, please see the Web site of the U.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov, especially their FAQ’s at www.copyright.gov/help/faq

Independent Study

See Class Registration, page 116.

Learning Assistance (Tutoring)

Need a little help in a tough course this semester? Or maybe you’ve been away from school for some time and need some help to “brush-up.” The Learning Assistance Center (LAC) at Lake Michigan College can help with free tutoring. The LAC offers free tutoring at all LMC campuses for all currently enrolled LMC students. LMC is committed to providing the resources you need to successfully complete your program of study. As part of this commitment, we offer these tutoring services at no cost to you. Tutoring is available from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays, and by appointment on Saturdays.

Napier Avenue Campus

The LAC provides free group, walk-in, and individual tutoring to eligible students at the Napier Avenue Campus. All tutoring takes place in room B-203 unless otherwise advertised. Any student needing academic assistance should stop by the Tutoring Center in room B-203 to fill out a Learning Assistance Intake Form to start the procedure for getting help. If you have additional questions call (269) 927-8100 ext. 5169

Bertrand Crossing Campus and South Haven Campus

The LAC provides free group, walk-in, and individual tutoring to eligible students at the Bertrand Crossing Campus and at the South Haven Campus. See the Learning Assistance Coordinator at your campus to fill out a Learning Assistance Intake Form and get started with tutoring.

Bertrand Crossing Campus (269) 695-1391 South Haven Campus (269) 639-8442

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Michigan Benefits Access Program Napier Avenue Campus

Location: A-209........................................................................................................269-927-6284

The Michigan Benefits Access (MBA) program is a public-private collaboration designed to increase the economic stability of Michigan families by connecting individuals to public benefits such as food assistance, energy relief, cash assistance and child care through the use of the MI Bridges application system. Please call the office for more information.

Refund Policy

• A 100% refund of tuition and all fees will be made if a class is canceled by the College.

• A 100% refund of tuition and course fees will be made if a class is dropped by the student within the published drop dates.

• For classes withdrawn after the published drop dates has passed, no refund of tuition or fees will be approved. Students with extenuating situations may file a formal tuition appeal available at any campus Student Services area.

Residency

A student’s residency for tuition purposes is determined from information provided on the Application for Admission. Status, as defined below, may be reconsidered upon presentation of written proof that the student’s place of residency has changed. The College may require verification of a student’s place of residency.

Change of Status

A student who currently is classified as an In-state student, Out-of-state student, or International student is eligible for review of residency status for subsequent semesters upon acceptable proof that the legal home of residence is within the district or state and any other residency requirements are met.

Documentation

The College reserves the right to require documentation acceptable to the College in all cases of residency determination and verification including, but not limited to, the following criteria: a student’s current residency address and one or more of the following documents confirming that address as the legal home of residence. Acceptable documentation includes state driver’s license, state ID card, military ID card, state voter registration card, tribal card with address, property tax statement, utility bill, home or renter’s insurance policy, or lease or mortgage agreement.

In-district Student

A citizen or eligible non-citizen of the United States who is (1) a student whose legal residence is within the Lake Michigan College district, or (2) a student who owns, or a documented dependent student whose parents or legal guardians own, real taxable property in the Lake Michigan College district of Berrien County, (including the Niles zip code 49120), the South Haven Public School District or Covert Township in Van Buren County, or (3) a student who is a veteran, or a dependent of a member of the U.S. Armed Forces, and who qualifies for Veteran’s Education Benefits, is classified as an In-district student. In-district status is determined at the time of registration.

In-state Student

A citizen or eligible non-citizen of the United States who is a student whose legal residence is outside the Lake Michigan College district, but within Michigan, is classified as an In-state student. In-State status is determined at the time of registration. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Out-of-state Student

A citizen or eligible non-citizen of the United States who is (1) a student with legal residence in a US state other than Michigan, or (2) a student who does not qualify as an In-district student or as an In-state student as defined above, is classified as an Out-of-state student.

Out-of-state status is determined at the time of registration.

International Student

A student who is (1) not a United States citizen or (2) a student who has been admitted to the United States on a temporary, non-resident status, is classified as an International student.

International students should be prepared to document status or property ownership at the time of registration.

An International student may qualify for classification according to the definitions of residency stated above if (1) the student holds a valid Alien Registration Receipt Card (Permanent Resident Card), political asylum status or (2) a student owns, or a documented dependent student whose parents or legal guardians own, property within the United States.

Early College Students

A student participating in Early College courses is defined as a resident as described above.

However, during enrollment in an Early College course held at a high school, tuition for that course is based upon the residency of the location of the high school instead of the student’s residency.

Senior Citizens

Senior citizens sixty (60) years of age and over who meet In-district criteria will qualify for tuition-free enrollment in any College credited course subject to the following provisions: (1) Registration fees and special fees (if any) for courses selected must be paid by the individual enrolled and (2) All regular registration procedures will be followed.

Discretion to Adjust

Discretion in adjusting individual cases within the spirit and intent of these regulations is vested with the Board of Trustees or their designee.

Services

The David & Barbara Whitwam Catch the Dream Program

The David & Barbara Whitwam Catch the Dream Program, administered by Lake Michigan College, is designed to partner with students attending schools of Benton Harbor Area Schools District, providing students and their families with educational and life skill information, services, support networks, resources, and activities that will lead them to success in school and beyond.

Each spring, 10 students who will be entering the 4th grade in the fall will be chosen for participation. These students and/or their parents will continue in the program until they graduate from high school, provided they remain in the Benton Harbor Area Schools District.

Upon high school graduation, participants will be awarded financial assistance to attend Lake Michigan College. For more information about the Catch the Dream Program and eligibility requirements, please contact the CTD Office at (269) 927-8166 or (269) 927-5225 or visit www.lakemichigancollege.edu/ctd

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Student Resource Center

This office serves those career and technical students who are having difficulty being successful in their academic program. Students are often times referred by faculty or college staff in an effort to assist the student with being successful. This office was formerly known as Special Populations, which is a term utilized by the Federal Perkins Grant that the college receives.

This grant requires that students be from one of the following six demographic groups: (1) economically disadvantaged, (2) individual with a disability, (3) non-traditional training by gender, (4) single parent, including pregnant women, (5) displaced homemaker, (6) Individual with limited English proficiency. Students that need additional services and activities as allowed under the grant, and that are a Career and Technical Occupation major should schedule an appointment for an initial interview with the Student Resource Center. Services and activities are designed to assist the student with their academic success.

Services and activities may include: tutoring, vocational testing, classroom modifications, note-taking, counseling, vocational guidance and career development activities, labor market information, coordination with Michigan Rehabilitation Services, and attendance costs. Please call (269) 927-8866 or (269) 927-8763 to schedule an appointment. The office is located in C-205 on the Napier Avenue Campus.

Sex Offender Registration

In accordance to the “Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act” of 2000, which amends the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Against Children and Sexually Violent Offender Registration Act, the Jeanne Clery Act, and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, Lake Michigan College is providing a link to the Michigan State Police Sex Offender Registry. This act requires institutions of higher education to issue a statement advising the campus community where law enforcement information provided by a State concerning registered sex offenders may be obtained. It also requires sex offenders already required to register in a State to provide notice of each institution of higher education in that State at which the person is employed, carries a vocation, or is a student. In the State of Michigan, convicted sex offenders must register with the Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry maintained by the State Police.

The Sex Offenders Registration Act, MCL 28.721et seq., directs the Michigan State Police to develop and maintain a public registry and provides guidelines on the type of offender information available to the public. The registration requirements of the Sex Offenders Registration Act are intended to provide the people of this state with an appropriate, comprehensive, and effective means to monitor those persons who pose such a potential danger.

In accordance with the Wetterling Act, Megan’s Law, and the Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act of 2000, it is now mandatory that all registered sex offenders report to the law enforcement agency having jurisdiction in which the institution of higher learning is located.

The Michigan Public Sex Offenders Registry can be accessed at http://www.mipsor.state.mi.us/

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Student Employment/Work Study

Part-time employment opportunities are available for students through the Work Study Program. Participating students may be employed up to 20 hours per week while attending classes. The work schedule is flexible and arranged around the student’s class schedule. The amount of money that can be earned is based on the availability of funds and the student’s financial need. Both on- and off-campus positions are available. Off-campus positions provide students with the opportunity to work at various non-profit organizations in the community.

For more information regarding the Work Study Program, please contact the financial aid office located in A-201 or call (269) 927-8112.

Student Identification Cards

Each academic year, all LMC students need to obtain an LMC Student Identification Card.

Cards cost $3 and are valid for one academic year. The 2012/13 cards are valid from fall 2012 through summer 2013. Returning students with a 2011/12 card need to obtain a 2012/13 identification card.

Obtaining a Card

Visit the Student Services area of the Napier Avenue, Bertrand Crossing or South Haven campuses during regular business hours with a photo identification (valid driver’s license, passport, or other official identification card) and the $3 fee. Your card will be issued while you wait. A $3 replacement fee will be charged for lost or damaged ID cards.

Card Guidelines

Students must carry their ID cards when on campus and be able to present the card if asked to do so by LMC faculty or staff. Loaning or allowing someone else to use your card is prohibited. A complete list of LMC Student ID card guidelines are on the LMC website at www.lakemichigancollege.edu/ID

Card Benefits

LMC Student ID cards allow students to use campus computer labs, check out materials from the LMC library, use of the Wellness Center, gain free admission to LMC home athletic events, and earn a 10% discount on Mendel Center Mainstage tickets. Several local businesses offer discounts to students with valid IDs. A list of merchants providing these types of discounts are listed on the LMC website.

Questions about the LMC Student Identification Cards can be directed to the Student Services areas at the Napier Avenue Campus (269) 927-8128, the South Haven Campus (269) 637-7500, or the Bertrand Crossing Campus at (269) 695-1391.

Student Life

Student Life is located in room D-103 and is committed to providing co-curricular opportunities for students who wish to develop their potential and achieve their goals. This program is an essential part of the development of the total person as it facilitates individual growth and achievement. Such program opportunities contribute to the social, cultural, and educational needs of the students. These provisions include: • Leadership development and training • Recognition of achievements • Student organizations • Involvement in College activities and community services • Forums for participation in college decision-making www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Athletics

Lake Michigan College offers students opportunities to compete in a variety of intercollegiate sports. Baseball and basketball are offered for men; basketball, softball, and volleyball for women. Lake Michigan College is a member of the Michigan Community College Athletic Association and the National Junior College Athletic Association. All full-time students are invited and strongly encouraged to try out for teams. LMC students get FREE admission to Lake Michigan College intercollegiate events. Contact the director of intercollegiate athletics, in room D-102, call (269) 927-8165 for more information.

Student Activities

Students are urged to follow their interests outside the classroom in a variety of clubs and organizations such as the LMC Soccer Club, the LMC cheer team, the Student Nursing Association, Student Senate, Phi Theta Kappa, and various other clubs. Because trends change from year to year, and sometimes semester to semester, the Office of Student Life remains flexible to student requests to form new clubs and organizations based on levels of interests. Contact the director of student life in room D-103 or call (269) 927-8150 for more information.

Student Support Services

Student Support Services is a federally funded TRiO academic program that offers additional support services to first generation, low-income, or students with a disability to assist in the successful completion of an associate’s degree and/or transfer to a four-year college or university. Services for participants include academic advising, financial aid application assistance, study skills workshops, transfer campus visits, assistance in transferring, service learning opportunities, cultural activities, and laptop computer lending. TRiO computer lab assists with computer needs. Contact Student Support Services by calling (269) 927-8603, visiting www.lakemichigancollege.edu/sss, or stop by our office located in room C-207 on the Napier Avenue Campus.

Testing Center

Lake Michigan College serves as a national test center for various tests, including CLEP (College Level Examination Program) and Certified Nurse Aide (CNA state testing site).

Contact the Assessment Center, located in room B200 or call (269) 927-6173 for more detailed information. There is a fee for each test.

Transcripts

An official transcript or student copy will be issued upon a written request and payment of the necessary fee, provided there is no outstanding balance or hold on your account.

A transcript request form is available online or in any campus Student Services area. For additional information, please call (269) 927-8107. A student copy is not official and will be identified as a student copy.

Transportation

Napier Avenue Campus

Dial-A-Ride furnishes bus service to and from the Napier Avenue Campus on a regularly scheduled basis during the fall and spring semesters with pick-up and drop-off in front of the main campus building near the first floor lobby area. Hours for drop-off are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m., 10 a.m., noon, 3 p.m., and 6 p.m. Hours for pick-up are 3 p.m., 6 p.m., and 9:30 p.m. On Friday, the last pick-up is at 3 p.m. Dial-A-Ride furnishes bus service www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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to and from the Napier Avenue Campus on a per call basis during summer semester. Phone (269) 927-4461 to request transportation. Students requiring special assistance will be picked up and dropped off at the rear of the main campus building near Shipping & Receiving.

Cost for transportation to and from Benton Harbor is $2. The cost to and from Benton Township, St. Joseph, and St. Joseph Township is $3. Tickets may be purchased from the Cashier’s Office, room A207.

Bertrand Crossing Campus

For Dial-A-Ride to and from the Bertrand Crossing Campus on a reservation basis, call (269) 684-5150 for fees and reservations.

M-TEC at Lake Michigan College

Dial-A-Ride furnishes bus services to and from the M-TEC facility on a per call basis. Contact (269) 927-4461 to request transportation.

South Haven Campus

Van Buren Public Transportation furnishes bus service in Van Buren County on a per call basis. Contact (800) 828-2015 or (269) 427-7921 to request transportation.

Tutoring

See Learning Assistance, page 121.

Upward Bound

The purpose of the Upward Bound (UB) Program is to generate in-program participants the skills and motivation necessary to complete a program of secondary education and to enter and succeed in a program of postsecondary education. UB participants must be enrolled in Benton Harbor High School and be potential first-generation college students from low-income families, or be individuals at high risk of academic failure and have a need for academic support in order to pursue successfully a program of education beyond high school. The UB Program has an academic year component and a six-week summer component. UB services include academic tutoring; advice and assistance in secondary and postsecondary course selection; preparation for college entrance exams and completion of college admission applications; information on federal student financial aid programs; assistance completing financial aid applications; guidance and assistance in secondary school reentry; education and/or counseling services designed to improve the financial and economic literacy of students or the students’ parents, including financial planning for postsecondary education; and instruction in mathematics through pre-calculus, laboratory science, foreign language, composition, and literature. UB is fully funded by the U.S. Department of Education. Contact the UB Office, located in room C211, for more information, or call (269) 927-8774.

Veterans’ Affairs

All potential recipients of Department of Veterans’ Affairs educational benefits, whether fulltime or part-time, must apply formally for admission to Lake Michigan College. Interested individuals must meet with the certifying official, with their discharge documents, to apply for VA education benefits. For more information, contact the certifying official for VA educational benefits in room C205b or call (269) 927-6181.

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Workforce Development

The mission of Workforce Development is to identify and respond to the ongoing and future needs of the region and serve as Lake Michigan College’s liaison for economic and workforce development activities.

Workforce Development acts as a focal point between businesses and organizations in the region and the college. The major services of Workforce Development are:

Services

Community Outreach - as a point-of-contact for the college, Workforce Development is positioned to listen to the needs of businesses and organizations and to be their advocate in the areas of workforce development, training, and education.

Business and Industry Contract Training - Workforce Development works closely with businesses and organizations in a consultative role to develop specific training programs that best meet their needs. Workforce Development prides itself on listening to clients and recommending training and education that will meet an organization’s need to solve problems or advance a firm’s workforce. Workforce Development is able to provide customized training by calling upon the resources of the college and outside individuals accustomed to working with businesses.

• On-company-site credit courses • On-company-site or on campus non-credit training programs Continuing Education Classes - The Workforce Training Institute provides business and professional development programs that provide the individual business person and his/her organization with information for continuous improvement. The theories and skills discussed in these non-credit classes apply to small, large, non-profit, and government organizations.

Unique programs includes:

• Community Leadership Academy • Ed2Go Pro (online courses) • Certified Nurse Aide • Welding

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Advanced Manufacturing Hospitality Pharmacy Technician Computer classes

Workforce Service Programs - Grant- funded Programs – Workforce Development administers economic development and job training grants with strategic partners such as MichiganWORKS! to enhance the employability skills of the area workforce by providing instruction and curriculum consultation. Course delivery may be to employees of a grant eligible company or to individuals who are unemployed and need specific skill development.

Testing Service Center - Authorized site for GED testing and WorkKeys Assessment Testing assists in matching the right person to the right job.

High School Partnerships - Cisco Academy classes are taught at M-TEC. It is a comprehensive e-learning program that provides students with knowledge and skills in preparation for industry standard certifications.

M-TEC Room and Facilities Rental – Services include facilities, audio-visual, and breakout rooms.

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Academic and College Policies Academic Complaint Procedures

Procedure for general and informal issues

Students having concerns, problems, or complaints of a general instructional nature (e.g., faculty, course offerings, procedures) should immediately confer with the appropriate instructor involved in an effort to resolve the issues informally.

If, after working with the appropriate faculty member, the student’s concerns or problems are not resolved, the student should then confer with the appropriate department chair in an effort to find a resolution.

If, after working with the appropriate department chair, the student’s concerns are not resolved, the student should discuss the issue with the appropriate instructional dean, whose decision is final.

Disclosure to accreditation agencies

All complaints submitted in writing, signed by a student, and addressed to or submitted to an institutional officer may be shared with any of the several agencies that accredit the College or its programs. Individual names will not be shared without the express permission of the complainant.

Procedure for formal grade appeals

Students who desire to appeal a grade are to follow this procedure in this sequence.

(1) Instructor. A student concerned about a grade should immediately discuss the issue with the instructor who awarded the grade. This appeal to the instructor is to occur as soon as possible and certainly within ten days of learning of the grade. The instructor will meet with the student, consider all of the issues, and then render a decision.

(2) Department Chair. If, after discussion with the appropriate instructor, the dispute is not resolved, the student may appeal to the appropriate department chair within ten days of notification of the instructor’s decision. The department chair will meet with the persons involved, attempt to resolve the issue, and then render a decision which will be communicated to the student in writing.

(3) Instructional Dean. If, after discussion with the department chair, the dispute is not resolved, the student or faculty member may, within ten days of notification of the department chair’s decision, appeal to the appropriate instructional dean. The Dean will meet with the persons involved in an attempt to resolve the issue and then render a decision which will be communicated in writing. The decision of the Dean is final.

If a student appeals the final grade for a course, the formal appeal is to be completed within the semester immediately following the one in which the course grade was received. Grades older than one calendar year may not be appealed.

Grade appeal decision guidelines

When appealing a grade, the student is responsible for providing factual information and documentation to support the need to alter or modify the grade. If appealed beyond step (1) above, the department chair, and Dean shall carefully consider whether or not the grade and the decisions leading up to it (a) were within the scope of the authority of the individual making the decision, (b) were done in accordance with established policies or procedures, and (c) were neither arbitrary nor capricious. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Other issues

The above procedures exclude issues related to sexual harassment, civil rights, Title IX, and disability concerns. Problems in these areas should be discussed with the assistant director of human resources and diversity, room A305, (269) 927-8102.

Academic Standards of Progress

(Under review, watch website for updates.)

Lake Michigan College is committed to helping students meet their educational goals. When students are not making acceptable academic progress, the College will provide positive intervention strategies designed to help students evaluate their individual situations and return to good academic standing. Students must maintain an acceptable cumulative grade point average to be considered in good standing.

Students will have their cumulative GPA calculated at the end of each semester (fall, spring, and summer) and, if it falls outside of the acceptable range, they will be placed on academic probation and will be notified. Students placed on academic probation will be subject to the process described in Lake Michigan College’s Academic Interventions procedure. This procedure as well as the acceptable GPA range, as determined by the vice president, student services in consultation with the registrar, is published in the College catalog.

Students on financial aid, participating in intercollegiate athletics, and/or enrolled in Health Science programs and/or other programs with specific academic criteria will be required to meet the academic standards of progress for those programs.

Acceptable Use for Technology Resources

Lake Michigan College has made available to its students, faculty, staff, and guests a variety of technology resources for the pursuit of supporting academic programs and operational goals. Technology resources include desktop computers, laptops, internet access, Local Area Network (LAN), Wide Area Network (WAN), wireless network access, printers, data projectors, email, electronic media, electronic records, phones, video, audio, scanners, software applications, photocopiers, cameras, digital signs, and portable digital devices.

The use of technology resources at LMC is a privilege and must fall within acceptable use as outlined in the rules of this policy. LMC has the right to monitor the use of the technology resources. LMC may revoke individual access any time appropriate use is violated. Nothing in this policy shall preclude separate “conditions of use” from being implemented by units of LMC or by LMC with respect to portions of its electronic technology resources. Such conditions of use shall be deemed to supplement, rather than replace, this policy.

LMC reserves the right to log internet use, inspect electronic records and monitor electronic communication that reside on College assets or that utilize the College’s network. This means that there should be no expectation of privacy with respect to use of the computer systems.

LMC may, at its discretion, review the sites and programs accessed by students, faculty, staff and guests, including the messages sent or received. Such monitoring may be conducted without notice.

Acceptable use must be legal; ethical; show respect for intellectual property and an individual’s right to privacy, freedom from intimidation, harassment and unwarranted annoyance; reflect academic honesty; and show restraint in the consumption of shared network resources. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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In addition to the conduct set forth below, LMC specifically deems as just cause for disciplinary action up to and including non-reappointment, discharge, dismissal, suspension, expulsion, termination, and/or legal action for: 1. Violation of copyright, patent, license agreement, or contract.

2. Interference with the intended use of technology resources by denial of service attacks or other hacking activities.

3. Any attempt to gain unauthorized access to information.

4. Any unauthorized invasion (or attempted invasion) of the privacy of others.

The following activities are prohibited using LMC’s technology resources: 1. Violating any federal, state, local, or common law, or statute.

2. Violating any libel or slander laws.

3. Installing institutionally owned software on personally owned computer(s) unless the institution’s software agreement with the licensor permits such use.

4. Sharing account numbers or passwords with someone else.

5. Publicly disclosing or violating the privacy of an individual by sharing personal, confidential or private information such as home addresses, phone numbers, student IDs, etc.

6. Communicating a false identity or that they are representing someone else.

7. Using any college network or other communications system to obtain or to disseminate pornography.

8. Using technology for private business, or product advertisement or political lobbying.

9. Seeking to gain unauthorized access to computing resources or data.

10. Loading software on College owned computers unless approved by Information Technologies.

11. Using College owned facilities in violation of current copyright laws, such as copying software for which one is not the registered owner, or by providing copies of copyright protected software to others.

12. Engaging in activities that damage or disrupt hardware, software, or communications, such as virus creation and propagation, wasting system resources, and overloading the network with excessive data requests.

13. Transmitting or making accessible offensive, annoying, or harassing material, such as broadcasting unsolicited messages (SPAM) or sending mass emails.

14. Intentionally accessing or damaging systems or information or using any system for illegal activities.

15. Attaching any computer or network device that is not owned by Lake Michigan College to the Lake Michigan College wired Ethernet infrastructure.

16. Enabling or otherwise implementing any wireless radio equipment which interferes or has the potential to interfere with the College’s existing IEEE 802.11 wireless network.

17. Implementing any wireless networking equipment or application for the purpose of relaying or retransmitting any LMC data network communication.

The College seeks to protect the civil, personal, and property rights of those who use its technology resources, as well as those whose student or employment records are maintained on its computing systems. Any unlawful attempt to access these resources is a serious offense, which will be addressed by the College’s disciplinary or legal action as outlined in the Lake Michigan College’s Policies and Procedures and the Student Code of Conduct.

Such conduct may also be subject to criminal or civil legal action and may be reported to governing authorities as required by law. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Amnesty of Semester Policy

Amnesty of Semester is the removal from consideration for student grade point average, program completion and graduation, all academic classes and the grades received for such classes during the college semester(s) for which amnesty is granted. Amnesty of Semester, if granted, applies only to Lake Michigan College; there is no guarantee expressed or implied that Amnesty of Semester will be recognized by any other institution.

A. Any student who has been enrolled in academic classes may apply for Amnesty of Semester.

B. Amnesty of Semester may be requested for one of the following: 1. A maximum of the first eighteen (18) semester hours of credit earned or failed during the first two (2) consecutive semesters of attendance at Lake Michigan College (may not use partial semester); or 2. Any single semester of enrollment at Lake Michigan College totaling not more than 18 credit hours.

C. A minimum of one calendar year must elapse between the semester(s) being considered for Amnesty of Semester and the granting of the request.

D. Amnesty of Semester will not be granted for a partial semester(s) and, if granted, shall apply to all credits earned or failed taken in the semester(s) for which Amnesty is granted, regardless of the grade received.

E. Amnesty of Semester if granted, results in none of the affected coursework being counted for admission to restricted programs, financial aid, graduation, and/or meeting program requirements at Lake Michigan College.

F. Amnesty of Semester does NOT remove any course/grade at Lake Michigan College, which would normally be on a transcript, from the academic transcript. Any semester(s) for which amnesty is granted shall be so identified on the transcript.

G. A student may be granted Amnesty of Semester only once at Lake Michigan College; Amnesty of Semester is final and cannot be revoked or rescinded by the College or the student.

Assurance of Quality – Career Education & Transfer Programs Career Education Programs:

Lake Michigan College assures that the courses completed with a grade of “C” or better in an Associate in Applied Science, Associate in Applied Business, or Associate in Industrial Technology will provide entry-level skills needed for a particular occupation. To qualify, the student must: • initiate the program of study after April 1988 and complete within three years of initiation, with a GPA of 2.0 or better; • follow the official LMC program guide sheet, dated 1987 or thereafter, for course selection; • be employed full-time within one year of graduation.

Note: Some students may be employed while completing the requirements for an associate degree. The AOQ will apply if the position held at the time of graduation is compatible with the associate degree earned.

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Retraining:

If the student is subsequently judged by an employer to be lacking in technical job skills normally expected of an entry-level employee within his/her major, LMC will provide further skill training up to 16 semester credit hours within two academic years without additional charge for tuition or fees.

• In order to be eligible for retraining, the employment must be certified by the Career Planning & Placement Office as being directly related to the graduate’s program of study.

• The employer must provide written certification that the employee is lacking the entry level job skills that were identified, in writing, at the time of initial employment, and must specify the area(s) of skill deficiency within 90 days of the graduate’s initial employment.

• The employer, the graduate and a college faculty advisor, with advice of appropriate teaching faculty, will develop an educational plan specifying up to 16 credit hours of retraining. Such courses must be those regularly offered by LMC. • The retraining courses will be limited to 16 hours of registration regardless of outcome.

Transfer Programs:

Lake Michigan College assures that any course on the appropriate transfer guide sheet will transfer to the baccalaureate degree institution identified in the guide. To qualify, a student must: • initiate a program of study beginning after April 1988; • earn a minimum grade of 2.0 in the course(s) taken for transfer credit; • complete a program of study as planned and signed by the student and the AOQ counselor; • meet the admission criteria of the baccalaureate degree institution; • transfer to a baccalaureate degree institution within one year of completing an Associate in Arts, Associate in Science, or Associate in Business Administration degree at Lake Michigan College.

Tuition Reimbursement:

If all conditions are met, Lake Michigan College will refund tuition for any course that is not acceptable for transfer by the baccalaureate degree institution.

Attendance - Class

It is consistent with the College philosophy that regular class attendance is necessary if the student is to receive maximum benefit from the course. Students are expected to be fully prepared and to attend every class and laboratory period for which they have registered.

Absences should be explained to the instructor and must be made up by the student in a way satisfactory to the instructor within a reasonable period of time after returning to class.

Attendance is a requirement for most financial aid awards.

There are special events and circumstances that may make it desirable that students miss one class in order to attend the special session of another class. However, if this is the case, attendance at the special session should be optional. The class originally scheduled for the time period involved has priority. Students, after having consulted with the instructors involved, must make the ultimate choice regarding which class session or event to attend.

Although circulation of lists of students expected to attend a special event is desirable to notify colleagues of an impending conflict, unless signed and approved by the dean, such a list does not constitute an excused absence. In the case of an excused absence, students should be given an opportunity to make up graded, in-class exercises that were missed.

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If there are recurring special events, such as athletic contests, in which attendance by students will be required, students and advisors should not schedule any classes that conflict with the special events. If occasional conflicts cannot be avoided, contacts should be made as early as possible with all involved instructors so that adequate planning can be made to avoid putting students in a position where they will be penalized for non-attendance.

A student who claims illness as a cause for excessive absence must be prepared to present a statement from the attending physician. If absences are incurred at the end of the semester or during the final examination, a grade of Incomplete may be given.

Two weeks of consecutive absences or failure to attend 20 percent of the scheduled semester contact hours for a class makes a student subject to withdrawal from the class at the recommendation of the instructor. Students in the Nursing, Radiologic Technology, Paramedic, MRI, and DMSO programs are subject to withdrawal from class if absences exceed one week’s class and clinical hours. Technical classes are also included where hazardous conditions may cause injury to students or damage to equipment through misuse.

Lake Michigan College will comply with legal requests of governmental and private agencies for information on student attendance.

Note: Student is responsible to drop or withdraw from courses. LMC does not drop or withdraw based on attendance.

Auditing Courses

To AUDIT is to take an academic course for NO CREDIT. Some of the reasons for auditing are personal exploration, enjoyment or gaining insight into a new subject.

A student wishing to attend a credit course on a no-credit basis may register to audit the course; however, when openings in a class are limited, preference shall be given to students enrolling for credit. Tuition is paid at the same rate as for a credit course and the same attendance policy applies. Students receiving Financial Aid or Veteran’s Benefits will not be certified to receive aid or benefits for audited courses. A student may change from audit to credit and vice versa only during the Add/Drop period.

Children on Campus

Children under age 16 not enrolled in a College class must be under the direct supervision of a responsible adult any time they are on College property. Students are not to bring children to class unless the child’s attendance is required as part of the student’s responsibilities in completing a course assignment or the student receives permission from the instructor.

Students may use the Kidzone Preschool & Child Care Center, L.L.C. on the Napier Avenue Campus and the South Haven Campus for child care needs. Kidzone is privately owned and operated and is not affiliated with Lake Michigan College.

Commencement

An application for graduation is required along with the applicable fee, which partially covers the cost of the application processing and associated costs. This fee is non-refundable and must be paid each time the student applies for graduation. The student must apply and pay the fee for each certificate or degree.

Commencement (cap & gown) ceremonies are held in May. August and December graduates may participate in the May commencement. Graduation application fees, however, are the same for either the May, August, and December dates. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Students who apply for May graduation will be allowed to finish any coursework during the immediately following spring and/or summer term. May graduates who have not completed their coursework by the end of the summer term will have to re-apply (and pay again) for another graduation date.

The Difference Between Graduation & the Ceremony

Graduation refers to receiving a degree, diploma, or certificate once you have been certified by the college as having met all requirements. After you submit an application for graduation, confirmation is made that all graduation requirements have been met, and the degree or certificate is noted in the LMC student information system so that it displays on your LMC transcript. Diplomas are printed and mailed after the degree confirmation process is complete, usually six weeks after the end of the semester.

The Graduation Ceremony is an event. It is an opportunity for students, families, friends and the LMC community to celebrate your academic accomplishments. Participation in the ceremony does not mean that you have graduated and you will not receive your degree or diploma on that day. LMC holds one ceremony each year.

Honors Status

A student needs at least thirty (30) semester hours at LMC with the appropriate GPA prior to the semester of graduation to qualify for academic recognition during the commencement ceremony. • Highest Honors 4.00 • High Honors 3.75 • Honors 3.25 However, the honors status identified at the time of application for graduation for eligible students will be used for purposes of the graduation ceremony only. Final honors status is determined at the time all requirements for a degree or certificate are completed and this final, cumulative GPA will determine honors status on the official transcript.

Early College Direct Credit and Dual Enrollment Students Early College Direct Credit and Dual Enrollment provides high school students with an excellent opportunity to get a jump-start on their college education. Students have the opportunity to take college classes while still in high school. Classes are offered at all LMC campuses, as well as at many high schools or other locations. Students interested in taking college classes while still in high school must pass the appropriate portions of the LMC Assessment and Placement instrument or have acceptable PLAN, ACT or SAT scores. For more information, please contact your high school guidance counselor, your high school Career and Technical Education Director, or the Early College at Lake Michigan College directly at earlycollege@lakemichigancollege.edu, or (269) 927-6198.

Equal Opportunity for Disabled Students

According to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, no qualified disabled person shall, on the basis of the disability, be excluded from participating in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity that receives or benefits from Federal financial assistance. For more information, contact the Student Resource Center in room C205, or call (269) 927-8100 ext. 5192.

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Privacy Act - FERPA

Pursuant to the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974, as amended, any person who is or has been in attendance at Lake Michigan College shall have the right to inspect and review any and all educational records directly related to that person after a request for access to such records has been made in accordance with the approved College procedure for such access. Requests are to be made through the Records Office, room A220, (269) 927-8107.

Directory information, which may be made public without your written permission, shall include: name, phone number, email address, major field of study, semesters of attendance, degrees and academic awards received, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, and the most recent previous educational institution attended by the student. If you do not want the College to release any or all of the above information you must inform the Records Office, room A220, on the Napier Avenue Campus (269) 927-8107, in writing. This request must be renewed annually.

Personally identifiable information from your educational record - which includes, but is not limited to, academic evaluation, counseling and advisory records, financial aid records, psychological and medical reports, disciplinary records, transcripts, test scores and other academic records, financial records and student payrolls - shall not be released without your written authorization. Exceptions to this policy may include but are not limited to: persons or organizations providing to the student financial aid, or determining financial aid decisions; organizations conducting studies to develop, validate, and administer predictive tests, to administer student aid programs, or to improve instruction; persons in compliance with a judicial order or a lawfully issued subpoena; or persons in an emergency, if the knowledge of information, in fact, is necessary to protect the health or safety of the student or other persons.

At Lake Michigan College, school officials with a legitimate educational interest may access your confidential records without your written consent. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.

In order to meet the requirements of the Carl. D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act, Section 113, and the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, Section 122, the College, under the auspices of the Office of Institutional Research (IR), may use your social security number to compile certain data for the purpose of instructional program improvement and Perkins and Workforce Investment Act reporting.

Fire Arms

See Weapons-Free Campus Policy on page 158.

General Education Requirements for Graduates of Lake Michigan College

A core component of Lake Michigan College’s strong academic program is the General Education Requirement. All associates degree graduates of Lake Michigan College must meet requirements in eight general categories. These requirements are embedded in coursework across all curricula and are measured within specific courses.

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1. Arts & Humanities Demonstrate an awareness of the capacity, values, and variety of human experiences as expressed through the arts and humanities.

2. Communications Express ideas both orally and in writing; demonstrate the ability to understand written, visual, and spoken communications; convey purpose, meaning, and main ideas effectively to individuals and groups.

3. Critical Thinking Identify central issues and assumptions in an argument, recognize important relationships, locate additional information sources, make reasonable inferences from data, deduce conclusions from data or information, interpret whether conclusions are warranted on the basis of the data analyzed, and evaluate evidence and authority.

4. Cultural and Society Demonstrate an awareness of the commonality and diversity of individual and group behavior. Demonstrate awareness of the contemporary global community and its geographic, cultural, economic, political, and historical dimensions. Understand the history, structure, and function of American political, economic, and social institutions.

5. Mathematics Represent and solve problems using mathematical techniques. Demonstrate an awareness of the usefulness of mathematics in society.

6. Science Demonstrate how basic principles of science apply to life and an understanding of our universe. Apply the methods of scientific inquiry and research to problem solving.

7. Technology Describe how changes in modern technology affect the individual, society, and the environment. Demonstrate the ability to use computers and related technology to manage and access information.

8. Wellness Demonstrate an awareness of the relationship between lifestyle choices and optimal health.

Assessment

As part of the effort to evaluate the effectiveness of the general education program, each student will participate in assessment as determined by and managed by the administration of the College. This assessment shall be one of the requirements for each associate degree awarded by the College.

Grade Point Averages

Grade Point Averages (GPA) are often used to determine your eligibility for university entrance, standing on the honor roll, and minimum graduation requirements.

Semester GPA

To calculate your semester GPA, set up four columns. In the first, list your credits. In the second column, list your subjects. In the third column, write your letter grades. In the fourth column, record your points, i.e. A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, E=0. Multiply the point value of each grade by the credit value of the subject. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Add up the points of the fourth column, and divide this by the number of credits listed in the first column.

EXAMPLE: Credits Subjects Grades Calculation Points 3 English 101 B 3x3 9 3 Math 101 C 3x2 6 3 Political Science 101 A 3x4 12 3 Chemistry 101 A 3x4 12 3 Computer Science C 3x2 6 15 Total

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Cumulative GPA

To compute your cumulative grade point average, add up the total number of points earned and divide by the total number of credits. This is your cumulative GPA.

Academic Recognition

Three academic recognition lists are published at the completion of Fall and Winter semesters: President’s List, Dean’s List, and Part-Time Dean’s List.

President’s and Dean’s List students must have been enrolled full-time completing a minimum of 12 semester hours of 100-level or above courses in the semester. President’s List are those students who have earned a semester GPA of 4.0 for the semester courses. Dean’s List are those students who have earned a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher for the semester courses.

Part-Time Dean’s List are those students who have accumulated 12 or more semester credit hours of 100-level or above courses at Lake Michigan College. Part-Time Dean’s List students must have been enrolled part-time completing between 6 to 11 semester hours of 100-level or above courses during the semester and have earned a semester GPA of 3.5 or higher for the semester courses.

Grades for remedial courses (099 or below), grades of W, S, U, IP, or TR (courses transferred into Lake Michigan College) are not computed in the Lake Michigan College grade point average and therefore do not meet the qualification for courses for academic recognition.

Grading Policies

• Students who have completed all course requirements as defined by the instructor will be issued grades of A, B, C, D, or E. Students who do not complete the semester, but whose standing in the course is passing, whose extenuating circumstances are beyond their control, and whose unfinished work is minimal, may be issued a grade of “I” (Incomplete).

Such a grade must be removed as arranged with the instructor, but not later than the last day of classes one year later, or it will be treated as a grade of “E”. An “I” is computed in the GPA as an “E” and may affect financial aid eligibility. An “IP” (In Progress) grade will be assigned to students who are enrolled in open entry/open exit (oe/oe) classes and other classes that cross semesters, and have not completed their assigned work at the end of the semester in which they are enrolled. Work must be completed by the end of the following semester excluding Spring and Summer and a grade will be assigned. An IP grade will not be computed in the student’s GPA.

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• All other grade changes must be made within one semester of their issuance.

• Students who withdraw from class(es) through 80% of the semester will be assigned a grade of “W.” • Grade Point Average (GPA).

A, B, C, D, E, and I will be computed by dividing GPA points by GPA hours. Grades for remedial courses (099 and below), IP, W, S and U will not be computed in the Lake Michigan College grade point average.

Contact the Office of Records & Registration for more information at (269) 927-8107.

Reporting and Availability of Grades

Student’s grades will be available approximately three weeks after the close of each semester electronically through WaveLink if their financial account is in proper order.

Student’s grades are available for their own review at any time. However, grades will not be reported over the telephone. Students who are seeking employment and who wish their grades released to personnel offices or prospective employers must contact the Office of Records and Registration to request a transcript. No grades will be released at the end of the semester nor will transcripts be issued if student bills are unpaid. This applies to Business Office accounts, library materials, parking fines, or other expenses incurred while attending Lake Michigan College.

Guns

See Weapons-Free Campus Policy on page 158.

International Students Admission

Lake Michigan College (LMC) completed an application for Approval of School for Attendance by Nonimmigrant Students and was approved on 8-14-2002. Therefore, LMC is authorized under federal law to enroll non-immigrant students and will comply with all federal regulations. To comply LMC must: 1. Furnish Nonimmigrant Student a Certificate of Eligibility (Form I-20).

2. Keep records of Form I-20’s issued to nonimmigrant F-1’s. Federal law and regulations require colleges to update and maintain the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) records of nonimmigrant students in F and M visa categories.

3. Include the following statement in publications, catalogs, brochures, literature, and other materials produced by the College, “This school is authorized under Federal law to enroll nonimmigrant students.”

4. Have a Principal Designated School Official (PDSO) and up to ten DSOS (Designated School Official).

Non-Discrimination

I. Notice of Non-Discrimination Policy

Lake Michigan College is an equal opportunity institution, affording enrollment, employment and services without distinction on the basis of age, color, height, weight, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, or gender. Minorities and disabled persons are encouraged to attend Lake Michigan College.

Any questions regarding your rights under Title VI and Title IX should be directed to Assistant Director, Human Resources and Diversity, (269) 927-8102, room A-305.

Any questions regarding your rights under Section 504 should be directed to Student Resource Center, (269) 927-8100, ext. 5192. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Lake Michigan College offers an “open door” admissions policy for individuals who are interested in and capable of benefiting from the post-secondary experience. Any person can apply for admission to Lake Michigan College who is interested in and capable of benefiting from the post-secondary experience, and who is: 1. A high school graduate or GED recipient, or 2. Eighteen years of age or older, or 3. Demonstrates Ability to Benefit on an approved College assessment instrument.

Individuals who are under the age of 18 and demonstrate the Ability to Benefit will be offered acceptance after that individual’s high school class has graduated. Individuals can be admitted as a student at LMC without a high school diploma or GED. This commitment to equal opportunity encompasses: A. For every student the right: • of access to all courses including career education courses and programs; • to physical education and to participation in interscholastic, intramural, and club athletics; • to equal treatment, including financial aid assistance, counseling, employment assistance, honors and awards, and extracurricular activities.

B. For every individual the right to personnel, employment, and College business practices that provide equal opportunity and equity.

Pursuant to its obligations under the Federal and State statutes, and in conformity with other legal and moral obligations, the College has on staff a Diversity Officer within the Office of Human Resources to implement the commitment of the College.

Inquiries or complaints by College students, prospective students, employees, employee applicants, and persons providing services to or for the College, which concern nondiscrimination policies or procedures may be directed to: Assistant Director, Human Resources and Diversity (Diversity Officer) Lake Michigan College 2755 East Napier Avenue Benton Harbor, MI 49022-1899 (269) 927-8102 Room A-305 OR Michigan Department of Civil Rights 185 E. Main Street, Suite 602 Benton Harbor, MI 49022 (269) 925-7044 or 1-800-482-3604 No act of retaliation will occur to any person making a charge, filing a complaint, testifying, or participating in any discrimination investigation or proceeding.

The Diversity Officer will, upon request, provide a copy of the Lake Michigan College grievance procedures, and will investigate each complaint according to such procedures.

A copy of relevant laws, regulations and policy may be found in the Office of Human Resources and with the Diversity Officer. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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II. Sexual Harassment Policy

The Elliott-Larsen Civil Rights Act prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, arrest record, and disability in all employment practices, including terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. This act prohibits discrimination and provides specific remedies and penalties. Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 prohibits sexual harassment of students in any part of any higher education institution receiving federal funds and requires institutions to maintain grievance procedures capable of prompt and equitable resolution of sexual harassment complaints.

Lake Michigan College prohibits sexual harassment in its employment practices and in its educational programs and activities.

Sexual harassment consists of unwelcome sexual advances, including unwanted touching; verbal remarks of a sexually suggestive or derogatory nature; requests for sexual favors; and other verbal or physical behavior of a sexual nature which have as their consequence an adverse effect on the recipients’ morale, work status, or academic or job performance. Such conduct is absolutely prohibited whether the perpetrators are students, employees of the College or contractors, or other non-employees who have reason to be on College premises where: A. submission to such conduct is either an expressed or implied condition of employment, education, or academic, financial, or counseling assistance, B. submission to or rejection of such conduct is used as a basis for an employment decision or the performance evaluation of students or staff, or C. the conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an affected person’s work or scholarly performance, or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive work, or education environment.

The College will actively investigate any allegations of sexual harassment by students or staff, and if it is determined that sexual harassment has occurred, will take prompt and appropriate disciplinary action.

Anyone who believes that sexual harassment has occurred is expected to report such conduct promptly under appropriate College procedures.

III. Grievances

A. Definition: A discrimination grievance is an unresolved complaint by any member of the faculty, staff, or any student that there has been a violation or misinterpretation of the College’s Diversity/Nondiscrimination policies and procedures or of any antidiscrimination provisions of law. The following are not subject to the grievance procedure: 1. Decisions to reduce the work force; 2. The contents of evaluations; 3. The modification, amendment, or repeal of any Board policy; 4. The modification, amendment, or repeal of any operational procedure of the

administration, unless it violates Board policy.

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C. A grievant must join in a single grievance proceeding for every claim that he or she has arising out of the same transaction or occurrence, even where it is asserted that the transaction or occurrence has violated more than one Board policy, administrative procedure, or law. A grievant is prohibited from filing more than one grievance concerning the same transaction or occurrence.

D. Forms: The administration has developed grievance forms for use in processing grievances. All grievances must be signed by the aggrieved person and must specify the date or dates upon which the complained of action occurred; the policy, procedure or law which is claimed violated; the facts upon which the aggrieved person relies; and the relief requested. Grievance Procedures and forms for Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 may be obtained in Human Resources.

Repeating Courses

Courses that are repeated will result in the highest grade earned to be used for calculation of the GPA, compute honor points, and fulfill requirements for graduation. Any course in the College catalog may be taken more than once to better a grade; however, only those courses so specified in the catalog’s course description can be taken more than once for additional credit. No course may be retaken more than three times for credit; this means one original and three retakes for a total of four times for course credit.

Sexual Harassment

See Non-Discrimination on page 165.

Smoking Policy

In accordance with the Michigan Clean Indoor Act, P.A. 198 of 1986 and the Berrien County Clean Indoor Air Regulation of 2007, the Smoking Policy is as follows: All Campuses: Smoking is strictly prohibited in all enclosed areas within this workplace, without exception. This includes common work areas, auditoriums, classrooms, conference and meeting rooms, private offices, elevators, hallways, cafeterias, employee lounges, stairs, restrooms, employer owned or leased vehicles, storage areas, closets, lobbies, reception areas, and all other enclosed facilities. This policy applies to all employees, clients, independent contractors, students, and visitors.

Smoking is prohibited within twenty-five feet of entrances, windows and ventilation systems except in designated areas. All smoking trash receptacles and ashtrays shall be placed outside the no smoking area to discourage smoking in those areas.

Napier Avenue Campus: Smoking is prohibited at the B-Wing entrance to allow parents and children to enter and exit the building without passing through second hand smoke.

Mendel Center: Smoking is only permitted within the building when it is part of a stage production.

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South Haven Campus (Van Buren County): Pursuant to the goal of protecting the public health and welfare by regulating smoking in public places and places of employment, the South Haven Campus will follow the same requirements set forth by the regulation for our Berrien County campuses. Smoking is prohibited in front of the childcare entrance to allow parents and children to enter and exit the building without passing through second hand smoke.

No Retaliation: No person or employer shall discharge, refuse to hire or in any manner retaliate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or customer because such employee, applicant, student, or customer communicates a desire for a smoke-free environment.

Student Code of Conduct Introduction and Purpose

Lake Michigan College (LMC) seeks to foster a secure learning environment. The Student Code of Conduct sets forth expectations for individuals who choose to become part of the College community. Students attending LMC are responsible for adhering to LMC’s Student Code of Conduct, Rules, Regulations, College Policies, and all local, State and Federal laws.

Definitions

• Accused Student – Any student accused of violating this Student Code of Conduct or the general College rules.

• Admission Review Panel – This panel will review and make decisions related to applicants interested in enrolling, enrolled students continued enrollment , and suspended students’ request for reinstatement to the College.

• Appeal – A request to review a previous College decision. All students are required to state their appeal in writing at the time they begin the appeal process.

• Behavioral Intervention Team (BIT) – The BIT’s responsibility is to identify and coordinate services or intervention strategies for a broad range of student behaviors, including but not limited to mental illness, substance abuse, and disruptive conduct.

The use of behavioral intervention teams is a method for identifying and responding to student conduct issues in an educational settings. The BIT has been charged with upholding College policies and maintaining a healthy environment for the College.

• Campus Designee – A College appointee who is responsible for initiating the judicial process at the local level.

• College – Lake Michigan College • College Officials – Administrative and executive officers and their designees.

• Complainant – Any person who submits a charge alleging that a student violated this Student Code of Conduct or the general College rules.

• Criminal Activity – Any alleged violation of local, State, or Federal laws.

• Off-campus – Off-campus classes, including on line, utilize LMC resources including faculty, internet, or intranet services, whether or not directly operated by LMC. • On-campus – All property owned, operated, maintained, controlled, or leased by LMC. • Property Belonging to LMC – All land, buildings, facilities, or other grounds or structures, including adjacent streets and sidewalks, or any item in possession of or owned, used, loaned, leased, maintained, or controlled by LMC or funded by LMC budgets, including computers and network systems, library materials, classrooms, and laboratories used for LMC purposes. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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• Student – an individual, who is currently enrolled, has been enrolled, or who has applied to be enrolled in the College.

• Student Appeals Committee – A group of persons authorized by the vice president, student services (or his/her designee) to consider whether a student has violated the Student Code of Conduct.

Jurisdiction

This Code applies to: • The on-campus conduct of all students and registered student organizations.

• The off-campus conduct of students and registered student organizations in direct connection with the use of College resources, including the campus network; academic course requirements, such as internships, field trips, international study, or experiential learning activities; any activity supporting the pursuit of a certificate or degree, such as research at another institution; and any activity sponsored, conducted, or authorized by LMC or by registered student organizations.

• Off-campus conduct that negatively impacts LMC such as threats of violence or physical harm, unlawful harassment, or other conduct which may have a negative impact or may place its community (inclusive of students, employees or faculty) at risk.

This Code also applies to: • Any activity that causes substantial risk of destruction of property belonging to LMC or causes serious risk of harm or endangers the health or safety of members of the LMC community, including students, staff, and members of the public when participating in LMC events or activities.

• Or any activity in which a police report has been filed, a summons or indictment has been issued, or an arrest has occurred for criminal activity.

Student Rights

Students of LMC are guaranteed all rights, privileges, and freedoms granted to a citizen of the United States. In addition, they are entitled to an environment that is conducive to learning and individual growth. To this end, students enrolling at LMC assume a responsibility for the College’s student conduct regulations, just as they assume a citizen’s responsibility to abide

by Federal, State, and local laws. Violation of statutory laws or the College student conduct regulations or specific departmental rules may lead to disciplinary action(s) by LMC.

Student Responsibilities

Students are expected to conduct themselves as responsible individuals in accordance with institutional policies, rules, and regulations. In developing responsible student conduct, the institution prefers advisory, guidance, admonition, and example. However, when these means fail to resolve problems of student conduct and responsibility, appropriate disciplinary procedures will be followed.

Prohibited Conduct

Misconduct for which students are subject to disciplinary action falls into the general areas of academic dishonesty, threatening physical and verbal behavior, and violations of civil or criminal statutes and/or institutional policies, rules and regulations. A student found to have committed or attempted to commit the following misconduct is subject to disciplinary sanctions:

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• Abusive Behavior: Any conduct, including but not limited to, physical harm or abuse, bullying, verbal abuse, use of profanity, threats, intimidation, harassment, or coercion, or any behavior that threatens or endangers the health, safety, or well-being of any person is prohibited at any location providing College services.

• Academic Dishonesty: Cheating and plagiarism are the two most obvious forms of academic dishonesty. No student shall engage in behavior that, in the judgment of the instructor of the class, constitutes cheating, fabricating, lying, plagiarism, or theft of academic property. In brief, plagiarism is borrowing ideas, words, organization, etc., from another source or person and claiming them as original. Any dishonest activity may result in failure of specific assignments or an entire course.

• Acts of Dishonesty: No student shall furnish false and/or misleading information to any official, College employee or office nor engage in forgery, alteration or misuse of any college document, record or instrument of identification.

• Alcohol and Drugs: Alcohol Violation – the unlawful manufacturing, distribution, possession and/or sale of alcoholic beverages (except as expressly permitted by college regulations) or public intoxication on any LMC property or off campus sites such as hospitals or clinics.

Drugs Violation – the unlawful manufacturing, distribution, possession and/or sale of marijuana, narcotics, or other controlled substance except as expressly permitted by law.

This includes the possession of paraphernalia.

• Assembly: No student or students shall assemble in a manner that obstructs the free movement of persons about the campus or that interferes with the normal operation of College programs and services.

• Athletic Misconduct: The Athletic Department imposes a higher standard of conduct on its student-athletes. Please refer to the Athletic Department for more information regarding the Athletic Code of Conduct.

• Classroom Misconduct: Classroom misconduct is any substantial behavior which disrupts or interferes with the learning experience, or disrupts the academic atmosphere of the institution including college-sponsored events and activities. Students are required and expected to conduct themselves as mature, considerate adults. Students should conduct and express themselves in a way that is respectful to all persons. This includes respecting the rights of others to comment and participate fully in class.

• Compliance with Applicable Law: No student shall violate any College policy, rule or regulation or other local, State or Federal law, ordinance or regulation on Collegeowned or operated property or in connection with any College-sponsored program, course of study or activity.

• Complicity in Violating the Student Code of Conduct: Includes attempting, aiding, abetting, conspiring, hiring or being an accessory to any act prohibited by this Code. If a student has knowledge of another student, individual, or group committing or attempting to commit a violation of the Code, he or she is required to remove him- or herself from the situation and report it to the College.

• Contracts: No student shall enter into any contract in the name of the institution except with prior written authorization from appropriate College officials.

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• Failure to Comply: A student shall comply with the direction of institutional officials, faculty, staff, or security officers in performance of their duties and identify oneself to these people when requested to do so. All students will carry a current LMC-issued photo identification.

• Gambling: A student shall not engage in any form of gambling on College-owned or operated property that is not a college-sponsored activity.

• Harassment: No student shall engage in harassment of another person. This shall include but not be limited to stalking, sexual or racial harassment and verbal and/or physical actions.

• Indecent or Obscene Behavior: A student shall not engage in any vulgar, unbecoming or obscene behavior.

• Obstruction/Abuse of Grievance Procedure: Includes but is not limited to: • Failure to comply with a summons of the Student Appeals Committee.

• Falsification, distortion, or misrepresentation of the information to the Student Appeals Committee.

• Disruption or interference with the orderly process of a discipline hearing.

• Attempting to discourage an individual’s proper participation in or use of the Student Discipline Grievance Procedure.

• Attempting to influence the impartiality of a member of the Student Appeals Committee prior to and/or after a Student Discipline Grievance Procedure.

• Verbal or physical harassment and/or intimidation of a member of Student Appeals Committee prior to, during, and/or after a Student Discipline Grievance Procedure.

• Failure to comply with decisions, recommendations or sanctions imposed by the Student Appeals Committee.

• Influencing or attempting to influence another person to commit an abuse of the Student Discipline Grievance Procedure.

• Other Prohibited Misconduct: The College reserves the right to evaluate and document special cases and to refuse admission and/or continued enrollment if the College determines that the applicant/student is a threat or a potential danger to the College community or if such refusal is considered in the best interest of the College. The vice president, student services may specify other behaviors that shall constitute student misconduct, subject to the approval of the President.

• Safety: A student shall not engage in behavior that violates any safety rules of any classroom, laboratory, or other institutional facility. This shall include, without limitation, the wearing of any required personal safety equipment and following prescribed methods and procedures for handling and disposing of materials, which may be hazardous, unstable, contagious, etc.

• Signs: A student shall not erect or display signs or posters on College-owned or operated property unless authorized by the institution. A student shall not deface, alter, tamper with, destroy or remove any sign or inscription on College-owned or operated property.

• Soliciting: A student or organization may not use institutional facilities, solicit funds or goods on or off-campus, or schedule activities unless such action has been approved by appropriate institutional officials. Students may post information on identified, public boards on each campus.

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• Smoking and Use of Tobacco: In accordance with the Michigan Clean Indoor Act, P.A. 198 of 1986, LMC maintains a smoke-free environment. Smoking is not allowed inside the Napier Avenue Campus academic building, the Mendel Center, the Bertrand Crossing Campus, M-TEC facility, or South Haven Campus. Smoking and use of tobacco products is not allowed anywhere inside the premises, including restrooms and private offices, or other space owned, operated, or leased by LMC, or in any College vehicles.

Furthermore, the use of tobacco products and smoking is prohibited within 25 feet of all entrances of college buildings. Employees and students who are found smoking or using tobacco products outside of the designated smoking areas will be considered in violation of College policy and will be subject to discipline. (Also see Smoking Section of the Student Handbook.)

Theft or Abuse of Electronics and/or Technology: No student shall engage in the theft or abuse of electronics and/or technology, including but not limited to: • Unauthorized entry into a file to use, read, or change the contents for any other purpose • Unauthorized transfer of a file • Unauthorized use of another user’s identification and password • Use of computing facilities to interfere with the work of another student, faculty, or staff member or college official • Use of computing facilities to interfere with the normal operation of the instructional computing system • Theft and Vandalism: A student shall not engage in attempted theft of and/or damage to property of the institution or a member of the College community or other personal or public property.

• Use of Institutional Facilities: Unlawful or unauthorized use of the institutional facilities is prohibited.

• Weapons: A student shall not possess, use, or threaten to use weapons or explosives on any College-owned or operated property or at a College-sponsored activity except as specifically authorized in writing by appropriate College officials.

(Also see the Weapons Free Campus Policy.)

Judicial Process

When reports of alleged violation of the Student Code of Conduct surface, they are addressed by the vice president, student services or designee. The steps followed to resolve formal disciplinary matters are called the judicial process. The judicial process exists to ensure that basic due process is granted to all LMC students who find themselves in conflict with the College standards. Students, faculty, and staff may report possible infractions.

Due Process

Due Process is the guarantee of student civil rights under the Constitution of the United States and the laws and regulations of Michigan and Lake Michigan College. Due Process is that process which prevents rights from being taken away from an individual without notice and an opportunity to respond to allegations.

Due process requires that the vice president, student services or designee shall meet with the student as soon as possible after the alleged violation of the Student Code of Conduct and at such meeting the vice president, student services or designee shall provide the student with (1) notice of the alleged violations of the Student Code of Conduct, (2) the facts upon which www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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the alleged violation is made, and (3) an opportunity to discuss the alleged violations and to be heard. Within five (5) school days of the meeting, the Vice President, Student Services or designee will provide the student with notice of the decision and information regarding the appeal process, if applicable.

Incident Reporting Process

Anyone wishing to report student misconduct shall document all relevant information on the Maxient Conduct Manager System using the Student Conduct/Concerning Behavior form.

When an incident report is filed, it is reviewed by the director, student life, in cooperation with the director, public safety and/or the vice president, student services. Following review of the incident report (which may include without limitation, any and all research deemed appropriate regarding the underlying incident), a determination will be made by the vice president, student services or designee (in possible consultation with other campus and/ or College leadership) whether charges of misconduct should be filed in response to the incident.

When a Maxient report of possible infraction of the Student Code of Conduct is received by the office of the vice president, student services or designee, the following process is implemented: 1.The report of alleged misconduct is reviewed by any of the following: The vice president, student services or designee, the director of student life, or the director of public safety/ evening administrator. This review will determine suitable address of the matter, including whether judicial action should be initiated and may include contacting the student reportedly involved in the incident and/or other witness(es) to seek additional, clarifying information. Review of a reported incident does not, in itself, constitute judicial action.

2. If it is determined that judicial action should be initiated to resolve a more serious infraction, an attempt to make personal contact with the alleged student will be conducted. If unable to contact the alleged student a written notice of judicial charges and sanctions is sent to the student’s local address listed in College records and a meeting with the accused student(s) is conducted by the vice president, student services or designee.

3. Failure or refusal to pick up or accept a letter does not remove the student’s obligation to adhere to any instructions, sanctions, or deadlines issued in the letter.

4. A student may not avoid adjudication of an alleged policy infraction by withdrawing from the College. Should a student withdraw or depart from the College before investigation and/or adjudication of an alleged infraction is completed, the judicial process may proceed, and appropriate sanctions for confirmed charges may be issued. Pending resolution of a disciplinary matter, a hold will be placed on the absent student’s transcript.

Academic Complaint Procedure (See page 129.)

Discipline Grievance Procedure

The vice president, student services or designee handles matters that require disciplinary action at Lake Michigan College. All students at the College are guaranteed due process (See Due Process section of this document) in disciplinary matters. When a student has been charged with misconduct or an infraction of the College rules, the vice president, student services or designee will confer with the student charged. The student will be informed of his/her right to have an advisor from the college community present during this conference. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Pending action by the vice president, student services or designee on the charges, the status of the student will not be altered, nor will his/her right to be present on the Campus and to attend classes be suspended, except for reasons related to the safety and/or well being of other LMC students, employees, or property. The vice president, student services or designee shall be the person to make the decision to suspend with regard to safety or property.

Disciplinary action taken by the vice president, student services or designee toward a student found responsible for misconduct or a violation of College rules may include, but are not limited to, an oral warning up to expulsion from the College. See sanctions below.

Sanctions

Any combination of the following sanctions or other sanctions may be imposed through the judicial process. Multiple and/or repeated violations typically result in increased sanctions.

The sanctions listed are not inclusive, but merely serve as guidelines: 1. College Property Restrictions – restriction from certain College facilities or property, either physical or virtual, for a definite period of time.

2. Disqualification – from receipt of institutional financial aid while the sanction is imposed or possibly thereafter.

3. Educational Sanctions – a student is required to write a paper, plan and present a program, attend a class or seminar, or complete other educational requirements.

4. Expulsion – the most severe sanction of violation of College policy is expulsion, which results in immediate dismissal and permanent separation from the College. Any student who is expelled due to misconduct will not be entitled to any refund of tuition or other fees and may incur additional charges and fees after financial aid is adjusted.

5. Fine – a monetary penalty for property damage, theft, or other violations that result inconvenience cost to others.

6. Formal Warning – a written reprimand that expresses disapproval of the student’s actions and warns against any potential violations of College policy in the future.

7. Interim Suspension – temporarily restrict student(s) from Campus/College activities pending a hearing.

8. Loss of Privileges – denial of specific privileges for a designated period of time.

9. Parental Notification – as permitted by law, the College reserves the right to disclose to parents or legal guardians information about a student’s violation of College regulations and policies and Federal, State and/or local laws governing the use of alcohol or a controlled substance. The College may notify parents/legal guardians of alcohol or a controlled substance violation if the student is under the age of 21. The vice president, student services or designee determines the circumstances under which parental notification takes place.

10. Probation – a period of observation and review. The length of this period of probation will be determined by the vice president, student services or designee. If found responsible for violating any College policies or failure to comply with other requirements stipulated during this period, the student may be immediately suspended from the College and/or events pending further disciplinary review.

11. Restitution – compensation for loss, damage, or injury. This may take the form of appropriate service and/or monetary replacement.

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12. Suspension – immediate dismissal from classes and activities at the College for at least the remainder of the term/semester in progress and/or a specified period of time thereafter. Any additional violations or failure to comply with other requirements stipulated during this time period of suspension may result in expulsion. During suspension, the student is not permitted to visit the College premises or attend any College functions without prior written permission from the vice president, student services or designee. Any student who is suspended due to misconduct will not be entitled to any refund of tuition or other fees and may incur additional charges and fees after financial aid is adjusted.

Student Discipline and Due Process A. Expulsion or suspension

1. All recommendations for expulsion or suspension shall be directed to the vice president, student services or designee, who may also initiate such action on his/her own authority.

Where such recommendation is received, where the vice president, student services or designee on his/her own authority determines such recommendation appropriate, the vice president, student services or designee shall meet with the student within five (5) school days and shall provide the student with (1) notice of the recommendation, (2) the facts or allegations upon which the recommendation is made, (3) an opportunity to discuss the allegations and to provide such information as the student deems appropriate or relevant, and (4) the right to appeal.

2. Upon receiving a recommendation for expulsion or suspension, or upon determining on his/her own authority that such discipline is appropriate, the vice president, student services or designee may temporarily prohibit the student from attending any classes or participating in any other College activities until the meeting with the student is held.

3. At the conclusion of the meeting, the vice president, student services or designee may either (a) impose such lesser discipline as he/she deems appropriate under the circumstances, or (b) recommend to the president that such student be expelled or suspended. The vice president, student services or designee shall notify the student of his/ her recommendation and shall also notify the student of his/her appeal rights.

4. See Student Appeal Process.

B. Exclusion from a Class or Course, Probation, or Reprimand All recommendations for exclusion or removal from a course or class for reprimand or censure, or for probation must be initiated by a faculty member or adjunct. Or it may be initiated by the vice president, student services or designee upon his/her own authority.

Where such a recommendation is received, or where thevice president, student services, deems such discipline appropriate, he/she shall meet with the student within five (5) school days and both will follow the Academic Complaint Procedure.

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Student Appeal Process for Disciplinary Grievances (non-academic): Step 1: Violation – Student Code of Conduct Alleged event or alleged code of conduct violation occurs and the vice president, student services or designee is notified. Investigation and adjudication of alleged violation occurs.

The vice president, student services or designee send student(s) a letter describing the allegation(s), or violation(s) and sanction(s) if applicable. Student is informed of rights regarding appeal.

Step 2: Student Response A. Student agrees with the findings and the case is closed.

B. If student disagrees with findings and/or sanction(s), the student can appeal the vice president, student services or designee’s decision through the Student Appeal Process with the Student Appeal Committee. The student must submit their appeal request in writing to the College ombudsperson within five (5) business days after receiving the final decision from thevice president, student services or designee.

Step 3: Student Appeal Committee (if student disagrees with findings and/or sanction(s)) Within seven (7) business days of receiving the written appeal request the Student Appeal Committee will set a hearing date. The Student Appeal Committee will hear the case and make a final determination as to whether the student violated the Code of Conduct. Within seven (7) business days after the hearing the Student Appeal Committee will render a decision and apply sanction(s) where appropriate, in writing, and the decision is final.

The College reserves the right for the vice president, student services or designee to suspend the normal judicial process under the following circumstances: cases where a student may present a threat of harm to self, or others, to property, or are disruptive to the campus living and learning community.

Note – the entire Student Appeal Process and Code of Conduct procedures are located in the College Handbook, the College Catalog, the College website, and in the office of the vice president, student services.

General Provisions

a. All documents, communications, all records dealing with an appeal shall be filed by the vice president, student services or designee. All records of actions under this procedure shall be held in strict confidence and will be available to the student initiating the appeal or his/her representative. b. Hearings and conferences held under this procedure shall be conducted at a time and place that will afford a fair and reasonable opportunity for all appropriate persons to be present. When such hearings and conferences are held during College hours, employees who are required to attend shall be excused to do so with no reduction in pay. Students who are required to attend will be excused from classes with no penalty.

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Student Appeals Committee 1. Jurisdiction The Student Appeals Committee shall hear and determine appeals in the following situations: Student-, faculty-, or staff-generated complaints concerning student conduct excluding grades. The decision of the Student Appeals Committee is final.

2. Composition The Student Appeals Committee shall consist of two (2) students from Student Senate, two (2) faculty from outside the division*, two (2) administrators outside the division and one (1) classified staff. The director of intercollegiate athletics will chair and facilitate the Student Appeals Committee and is a non-voting member. The Student Senate, Division and Departments will annually create a pool of participants from which to draw committee members. *Division refers to that of the faculty referenced in the complaint.

3. Ombudsperson Any full-time staff and/or faculty member can serve as the Lake Michigan College ombudsperson and is appointed by the vice president, student services. The ombudsperson’s primary duty is to assist students in resolving complaints or disputes within the College. The ombudsperson also helps staff members, instructors, and administrators sort through College rules and regulations that might apply to specific issues and concerns. The ombudsperson carries out these duties in a neutral, confidential, informal and independent manner.

Current Napier Avenue and M-TEC Campuses ombudsperson is the director, advising and retention, room A-204, (269)927-6280.

Current South Haven Campus ombudsperson is the director of student services, room SH-127, (269) 637-7526.

Current Bertrand Crossing Campus ombudsperson is the director of student services, room BC-101b, (269) 695-2988.

Following a request for assistance, the ombudsperson will take one or more of the following actions: (1) listen carefully to the concern, (2) explain relevant student rights and responsibilities, (3) review relevant College policies or regulations, (4) suggest fair and equitable options, 5) refer the individual to an appropriate College or community resource, or (6) investigate, when necessary.

The ombudsperson is available to all parties involved in Student Appeals Committee hearings, the final step in an effort to resolve a dispute.

NOTE: The ombudsperson is not an advocate for any group on campus; instead the ombudsperson is an advocate for fairness. The ombudsperson also does not provide legal service, represent students or instructors at academic grievance or disciplinary hearings or mediate disputes between or among faculty or between faculty and administrators. The office of the ombudsperson does not accept formal complaints or notice for the College.

Members of the LMC community may contact the ombudsperson in person or by e-mail.

At any point in the process, the student, faculty, adjunct or staff may enlist the assistance of the LMC ombudsperson for procedural assistance. Any informal records that are generated will be kept on file by the ombudsperson. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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The above procedure excludes issues related to sexual harassment, civil rights, Title IX, and disability concerns. Complaint procedures for these areas can be found in the College Policies section of the College catalog or directed to the assistant director of human resources and diversity in room A-305, (269) 927-8102. Any questions regarding your rights under Section 504 should be directed to Student Resource Center, C-205a, (269) 927-8100, ext. 5192.

Student Appeals Committee Hearings

The purpose of a hearing is to provide the opportunity for the campus designee or complainant and the respondent to present all relevant information and evidence with regard to the alleged misconduct. It is the responsibility of the Student Appeals Committee, as applicable, to consider impartially all relevant information and evidence, determine the facts, apply College policy, and impose appropriate sanctions if the respondent is found responsible for the alleged violation.

College judicial hearings are administrative hearings that allow flexibility and are not courts of law. Students may have an advisor from the college community during the hearings, but not an attorney. The advisor cannot speak or ask questions during the hearings or interrupt the procedures in any way. The judicial process is separate and independent from any civil or criminal action and may proceed even if a related matter is anticipated or pending in other forums. Rules of evidence and the criminal standard of proof do not apply. Student Appeals Committee members, as applicable, are expected to find a student or student organization responsible for violations of College policies only if the information shows that it is more likely than not that misconduct occurred.

Student Appeals Hearing Procedures

Whenever a hearing in front of the Student Appeals Committee is to be held regarding an allegation of misconduct, the campus designee or respondent and the complainant shall be given at least three (3) business days’ notice of the charges and the date, time, and place of the hearing. Failure of the respondent to attend the hearing will result in the case being heard in his or her absence.

The order of presentation of the hearing will normally be as follows: 1. Introductions and reading of the charge(s) by the Student Appeals Committee Chair.

2. The campus designee or complainant presents an opening statement.

3. The accused presents an opening statement.

4. The campus designee or complainant presents relevant evidence and witnesses.

5. The accused may question the campus designee or complainant’s witnesses.

6. The Student Appeals Committee may question the campus designee or complainant’s witnesses.

7. The accused presents relevant evidence and witnesses.

8. The campus designee or complainant may question the witnesses of the accused.

9. The Student Appeals Committee may question the accused’s witnesses.

10. The Student Appeals Committee presents any witnesses called by the Student Appeals Committee itself.

11. First the campus designee or complainant and then the accused may question the Student Appeals Committee’s witnesses.

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13. The campus designee or complainant presents a final statement.

14. The accused presents a final statement.

15. The Student Appeals Committee deliberates privately and renders a decision.

16. The Student Appeals Committee Chair sends to accused student the decision in writing within seven (7) business days.

The Student Appeals Committee may ask questions of witnesses at any time and also facilitate the presentation of the case. The Student Appeals Committee may call additional witnesses or seek further evidence relating to a case if the Student Appeals Committee member desires clarification or further information.

All hearings shall be closed to everyone except the Student Appeals Committee appropriate College staff, the respondent, the campus designee or complainant, the observer/recorder selected by the College, and witnesses during the actual time of their testimony. The proceedings of the Student Appeals Committee hearings are presumptively confidential.

Unauthorized disclosure of information by any party or witness involved during the hearing process may lead to disciplinary action.

The respondent is entitled to be present at the hearing, to hear and respond to evidence regarding the charges, to present witnesses, and to question witnesses and other evidence.

Witnesses must be members of the College faculty, staff or student body; unless the Student Appeal Committee rules that others may appear in the interest of the case. The respondent and complainant must give the names of all relevant witnesses to the ombudsperson at least two (2) business days before the hearing. The respondent and complainant will have access to the names of all witnesses. It is the responsibility of the respondent and complainant to notify all witnesses of the date, time, and location of a hearing. If a witness fails to appear, the hearing shall be held in his or her absence.

All relevant information will be admissible. It is the responsibility of the respondent and complainant to submit all relevant information to the ombudsperson at least two (2) business days before the hearing. The chair, in consultation with the Student Appeals Committee members, will determine relevance.

All evidence and information presented to the Student Appeals Committee is expected to be truthful, accurate, and complete. Failure to give truthful and complete information at a hearing may result in disciplinary action for a witness.

Following the proceedings, the Student Appeal Committee will meet in a private session to deliberate whether the respondent is responsible or not for the charges based on the Committee’s judgment of whether it is more likely than not that misconduct has occurred.

The Student Appeal Committee will not provide input on sanction(s) to the respondent.

The Student Appeal Committees decision shall be based only on evidence presented at the hearing. The Chair will remain in the session as a resource person, but will not participate in the deliberations. The Student Appeal Committee must reach a majority decision, with all members of the Student Appeal Committee voting. The decision of the Student Appeal Committee is final.

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Reinstatement to the College

If a student is dismissed or suspended from one LMC location, that individual is dismissed or suspended from all LMC locations. After the suspension/dismissal period has been met the individual under dismissal or suspension may apply for reinstatement. The suspension/ dismissal starts at the time/date of official notification to the student from the vice president, student services or his/her designee.

Prior to returning to campus, the vice president, student services or designee may, if deemed appropriate, require the student to be assessed by an appropriate psychological provider (e.g., licensed clinical mental health counselor, psychologist, psychiatrist, licensed social worker). The purpose of the evaluation is to assure: 1. The student is safe to return to campus and does not pose an immediate harm to him/her or others and is able to adequately care for him or herself.

2. The student is able to function both socially and academically and will not cause any disruption to the community and normal functioning of the College.

The individual must begin the reinstatement appeal process by informing, in writing, the vice president, student services or designee. The letter should include a description of specific goals and supportive steps that the student will implement to help reduce the risk of another episode (or conduct issue) that caused the initial suspension or dismissal from the College. The appeal will be reviewed by the Admission Review Panel and/or the vice president, student services, who will act on the appeal within thirty (30) days of its receipt.

The recommendation of the Admission Review Panel and/or vice president, student services will be final. If the reinstatement request is denied, the student may appeal for reinstatement again after an additional five (5) years.

General Student Complaints

Student Complaints Concerning Personnel: Students having a complaint against faculty, staff or administrative offices should first confer with the instructor, staff member or administrator in an effort to informally resolve issues. The College encourages resolution of issues at the informal level, but realizes that may not always be possible. An unresolved complaint may lead to the Student Appeal Committee for resolution. Also, students who have been suspended or expelled from the College by the vice president, student services or designee may proceed to Step 2B of the Student Appeal Process for Disciplinary Grievances (non-academic). If a student has a complaint and is unable to resolve the complaint they have a right to meet with the vice president, student services or designee General Complaints: Students with complaints regarding College operations not otherwise covered in the prior sections should report their concerns to the vice president, student services or his/her designee. The following procedures shall apply.

Procedures:

• The vice president, student services or his/her designee will receive a student’s verbal or written complaint. The vice president, student services or his/her designee will consider the merit of the complaint and will take any action considered appropriate or necessary.

At this level, the student has the right to remain anonymous.

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• If the student’s verbal or written complaint is not resolved to the student’s satisfaction and the student wishes to continue to pursue the complaint, the student must submit a request in writing to the vice president, student services or his/her designee requesting further resolution. The written request must include the specific nature of the complaint, reasons for filing the complaint, and specific remedy requested. At this level, the student may no longer remain anonymous. The vice president, student services or his/her designee will seek a resolution by using the following means: • Contact the appropriate College employee who is responsible for the College operation complained about and arrange a meeting between the parties involved to discuss a possible resolution. The written complaint will be forwarded to all appropriate parties involved in the conflict prior to the meeting. Should resolution not be reached, the vice president, student services or his/her designee will review the complaint and all supporting material and render a written decision regarding the complaint with rationale.

Appeal Process:

• In the event the vice president, student services or designee is unable to resolve the complaint; the complaint will be forwarded to the vice president instruction or his/her designee for review and action. The determination of the vice president instruction or designee shall be final. No further appeal will be considered.

Limitations:

• Student complaints shall not be the basis for any discipline against a supervisor, staff member, or faculty member so long as there is no evidence of unfair treatment of the student or discriminatory practice against the student.

Institutional Records of Student Complaints Typically, a formal complaint is a written allegation of an inequity. An inequity may involve either an academic or non-academic function of LMC. A request for decision-making is not a complaint. For example, a student requests a waiver of a course requirement. This is a request, but itself, is not a complaint. LMC denies the waiver, and the student appeals.

Once again, if this appeal is merely a request to reexamine the decision, it is probably not a complaint. If, however, the student alleges some type of personal injury from the decision or the student points out procedural unfairness or accuses the decision-making process of being unfair, this appeal may probably now be considered a complaint.

Formal Complaint Log Formal complaints will result in an anonymous entry to the LMC Student Complaint Log. The Log is available for review by college staff, representatives of accrediting agencies, and by other, appropriate outside agencies. The names of any individuals involved in a complaint (including the names of any student(s) or LMC staff directly involved) are not part of the Log. The LMC Student Complaint Log will include the following information: A. A description of the complaint B. The date the complaint was received C. The category of the complaint (discrimination, sexual harassment, etc.)

D. Steps taken to address the complaint E. The disposition of the complaint, including referral to an outside agency F. Any external actions initiated by a student and related to a given complaint

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Maintenance of the Complaint Log LMC will maintain, at a minimum, records of complaints for a two-year period. The vice president, student services will maintain the LMC Student Complaint Log. Accrediting agencies and other, appropriate outside agencies will be able to review the Complaint Log in conjunction with accrediting visits and self studies.

Notice to Students Complaint resolutions procedures are published on the LMC website, in the College Catalog and College Handbook and orientation courses. Students can get hard copies at any LMC Student Information Center location.

Student Information (Confidential) – Access to and Release Of

Present and former students shall have the right to inspect, review, and challenge the contents of their official records, according to the conditions set forth in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.

Confidential records of students shall be released only under the following conditions: 1. Written authorization by the student.

2. Pursuant to court order, provided reasonable effort is made to notify the student prior to compliance.

Release of student information considered public information shall not be restricted by the above conditions. Lake Michigan College designates the information the College deems as public in compliance with FERPA rules.

To meet the requirements of the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Technical Education Act, Section 113, and the Workforce Investment Act of 1998, Section 122, the College, under the auspices of the Office of Institutional Research (IR) may use student social security numbers to compile certain data for the purpose of instructional program improvement and Perkins and Workforce Investment Act reporting.

Transfer of College Credit

Students who have completed college coursework at regionally accredited post-secondary institutions participating in the Council on Post-Secondary Accreditation may receive credit toward a certificate or degree from Lake Michigan College. Students who wish a transfer credit evaluation must apply for admission to Lake Michigan College and request that an official copy of their previous academic transcripts be sent directly to the Records and Registration Office at Lake Michigan College. Only those courses in which a grade of “C�

(2.00) or higher were earned will be considered for transfer.

Tuition and Fee Payment

Tuition and fees must be paid in full at time of registration, or payment arrangements through the Flex Pay Plan must be made at that time.

By registering for classes at Lake Michigan College, the student agrees to financial responsibility for all charges on their College account. The student also promises to pay Lake Michigan College the full amount of the obligation by the due date. Further, the student agrees to pay any and all costs, including collection, attorney, and litigation costs incurred by Lake Michigan College in its effort to collect, should the student default on his/her account. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Weapons Free Campus Policy

A. Purpose The College wants to ensure a safe, weapon free campus. Unless a person can establish by clear and convincing evidence that the weapon was not knowingly possessed or that the person did not know or have the reason to know that the object was a weapon, violations of this weapons free policy will result in discipline and/or prosecution. Violations can result in expulsion, loss of job, a ban on attending campus facilities and events and/or criminal prosecution.

B. Definition Weapons are defined, simply, as any instruments or implements which are capable of inflicting serious bodily injury, and shall include but not be limited to the following: • Any gun, rifle, firearm, BB gun, pellet gun, or other device (including starter gun) which is designed to or may readily be converted to expel a projectile by any means.

• Any bomb, grenade, rocket or other destructive device which includes explosives, incendiaries or poison gas.

• Any knife with a blade longer than three inches, razor, or other cutting instrument.

• Any striking instrument, to include clubs, iron bar, brass knuckles, blackjack or bludgeon (excluding Athletic Department equipment—i.e., baseball bats).

• Any Martial Arts weapons, to include nunchakus, tonfas, staffs, and throwing stars.

• Any bow and arrow combination.

• Fireworks Propellent sprays and electric stunning devices may be carried for personal protection and self defense purposes.

C. Policy Weapons shall not be permitted in or on College buildings, facilities, grounds, vehicles, or other property at any time, or at any event in which the College participates in or sponsors except for College sponsored theatrical productions. Students, employees or visitors, other than peace officers, may not possess, either on their persons, in their vehicles, or in other College property under their control, weapons while on College property or while participating in College events.

D. Exceptions Exceptions to this policy may be granted at the sole discretion of the President.

Emergency Procedures

Distribution of Campus Safety Alerts

As circumstances warrant it, special safety alerts are prepared and distributed through the AlertNow reporting service. These alerts advise the college community of the situation, steps to take, and the number to call for more information.

Lake Michigan College works closely with local law enforcement agencies to inform the College about crimes that may warrant the College issuing a timely warning.

Emergency Notification

Emergency notification will be issued when it is determined that there is a significant emergency or dangerous situation involving an immediate threat to the health or safety of students, employees or visors occurring on campus.

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AlertNow is an automated system that LMC uses to inform employees and students of College emergencies. AlertNow utilizes cell phone text messaging, email and voicemail notifications.

In addition to the above, area coordinators and alternates have been designated per assigned area to assist with emergency situations in helping to clear spaces of people and directing people to move to a safe location.

Fire

The State Fire Safety Board requires that the College conduct fire drills throughout the school year.

General procedures when the fire alarm sounds: 1. All staff and students will leave the building immediately and proceed to the nearest main parking lot.

2. If a person with a disablity is in your class or office, it may be necessary to provide assistance to that person so they can move to safety.

3. In the event that the nearest exit is the source of fire and/or is filled with smoke, use the next nearest exit.

4. Do not use elevators.

5. Do not open a door until you touch it to determine that is not warm or hot.

6. Remain in the parking lot until an all clear has been announced by the executive director of facilities, or after 5 p.m., the Student Services staff.

Medical

Do not move the injured or ill person unless threatened by fire or other imminent danger.

Call the 911 Dispatcher from a college phone by dialing 9. Wait for tone, then dial 911.

From a pay phone, no coin is needed. Dial 911. From a direct line phone dial 9-911. Say, “There’s an emergency at Lake Michigan College,” followed by the building and address.

• Answer the questions you are asked.

• Be specific about your location.

• Do no hang up until told to do so.

• Call 6911. If no answer, dial 8135 or 8137.

• Evenings & Saturdays: dial 6911. If no answer, dial 8128.

Police/Ambulance

For life threatening emergencies, dial 9-911. For all other emergencies dial 6911.

Severe Weather & Closing Announcements

When the College closes due to severe weather or other campus emergencies, the announcement will be made in several ways: 1. through the College’s AlertNow system (see page 108) 2. through local television and radio stations 3. on the home page of the LMC website (in most cases) dependent on the availability of internet access to college officials Please check these various sources of information for closing information rather than calling the College. If the College is closed, you will be able to find out through one or more of the above sources.

Television and radio stations that assist the College with closing announcements include:

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AM Stations WKZO 590 WGMY 940* WSBT 960 WHFB 1060 WSJM 1400* WKLZ 1470 WNDV 1600 WQSN 1660

FM Stations WAUS 90.7 WVHQ 92.1 WNDV 92.9 WBCT 93.7 WSJM 94.9* WAOR 95.7 WYTZ 97.5* WCNF 98.3*

WHFB 99.9 WBYT 100.3 WSBT 101.5 WZOW 102.3 WCSY 103.7* WRBR 103.9 WQLR 106.5 WIRX 107.1*

TV Stations WWMT Channel 3* WNDU Channel 16* WSBT Channel 22* WSJV Channel 28* WOOD Channel 8*

* Stations that also post closings on their websites.

Tornados

In the event of a tornado warning all employees, students, and visitors in any College facility will be instructed to go the designated safe shelter area.

1. DO NOT GO OUTSIDE. 2. Do not use telephones.

3. Do not stand near westerly locations of the building or near glass-enclosed spaces.

4. Proceed to the designated safe shelter area for your facility. This information is found on the emergency flip chart located in every College classroom.

5. Do not use open flame (candles, lighters, etc.).

6. Remain calm and wait for an “all-clear” announcement.

Know Your Rights Mission Statement

The philosophy of Lake Michigan College, an institution of higher education, is founded on the belief that education is for all who wish to develop their potential. It is fundamental that a community college assist in meeting the educational, career, cultural, wellness, and recreational needs of the community it serves. This involves a five-fold obligation: • To provide for the educational aspirations, needs, and learning expectations of the individual and the community; • To provide for the occupational needs and desires of the learner and the community; • To provide for the cultural interests and the wellness and recreational needs of the individual, and thus contribute to the development of effective citizens; • To provide an assurance of quality for programs and in people; and • To develop an international perspective that prepares students, employees, and community members for a world economy and global citizenship.

Diversity Statement

See Non-Discrimination on page 139.

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What to Report

Suspicious Activity

• Activity out of character with the College community.

Criminal Activity or Conduct

• Damage of personal or College property.

• Any assault on you or another person.

• Other unsafe practices.

Emergency Numbers Outside of Lake Michigan College Berrien County Sheriff’s Department....................................... 9-911 Benton Township Police.......................................................... 9-911 Bertrand Township Fire Department........................................ 9-911 Lakeland Regional Health Center Emergency Room................................................. (269) 983-8262 Berrien County Health Department......................... (269) 926-7121 Riverwood Community Mental Health Center........................ (269) 925-0585 or 1-800-336-0341 Berrien County Prosecutor’s Office.......................... (269) 983-7111 Van Buren County Sheriff’s Dept.............................. (269) 657-6077 South Haven City Police.......................................... (269) 637-5151 South Haven Fire Department.................................. (269) 637-5151 Victim/Witness Advocate Program........................... (269) 982-8618 Any Emergency/Police Department......................................... 9-911

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Call the: • Bertrand Crossing Campus, (269) 695-1391 • Public Safety, (269) 927-8135 or (269) 927-7060 • Executive Dean (269) 695-2795 • Director, Student Services (269) 695-2988 • Security Officer (269) 695-1391 • After 5 pm, call (269) 927-8128.

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Call the: • South Haven Campus, (269) 637-7500 • Public Safety, (269) 927-8135 or (269) 927-7060 • Executive Dean (269) 637-7504 • Director, Student Services (269) 637-7526 • Security Officer (269) 639-8442 • After 5 pm, call (269) 927-8128

From ANY PHONE on site, dial 6832

M-TEC at Lake Michigan College

Report the crime to any Campus Security Authority, or security officer

From ANY PHONE on site, dial 7500

South Haven Campus

In the case of an EXTREME EMERGENCY, fire, or need of police or ambulance, call 9-911.

To report safety hazards or building maintenance concerns, contact the Executive Director of Facilities Management, (269) 927-8135, or (269) 927-8611

From Off-Campus

College switchboard, (269) 927-3571 Public Safety, (269) 927-8135 or (269) 927-7060 Vice President, Student Services, (269) 927-8120 Executive Director, Facilities Management (269) 927-8611 Director, Intercollegiate Athletics and Discipline, (269) 927-8165 Director, Student Life (269) 927-8100 x5206 Security Officer (269) 927-8100 x5041 After 5 pm, call (269) 927-8128

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From ANY PHONE on campus, dial 6-911

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How to Report a Crime/Emergency and Emergency Numbers at Lake Michigan College

Campus Security Authority

Campus security authorities will promptly report if they observe any crime listed below or if any person reveals to them that he/she learned of or was the victim of, a perpetrator of, or witness to any crime listed below. The reporter will immediately complete an Incident Report and send or forward to the Lake Michigan College Facilities Management Department, attn: Executive Director, Facilities Management or Public Safety Director/Evening Administrator.

This applies to crimes on any LMC campus, public property adjacent to each campus and locations at which other College activities are taking place:

1. Types of offenses:

• Criminal homicide: Murder non-negligent manslaughter Negligent manslaughter • Sex offense: Forcible

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Robbery Aggravated assault Burglary Motor vehicle theft Arson

2. Hate crimes

Disclose whether any of the above-mentioned offenses and the crimes of larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, destruction/damage/vandalism of property, and any other crime involving bodily injury, were hate crimes.

3. Arrests and referrals for disciplinary action for: • Illegal weapons possession • Violation of drug and liquor laws

Lake Michigan College uses a contracted security service to assist with campus security.

Security guards are a source to which students, employees and visitors can report criminal offenses. Campus security guards do not have police authority.

Safe And Sound Advice

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Don’t leave valuables unattended.

Stay on lighted walks whenever possible.

Walk with a friend.

If confronted, yell or scream; create a commotion; get to a safe place.

Keep your car locked and valuables out of sight while parked.

Carry a flashlight at night.

If you feel your rights are being violated or if you are having problems, it is important to immediately report the situation to the appropriate person listed in this document. Lake Michigan College has policies and procedures to prevent and stop the violation of your rights. Lake Michigan College complies with requirements under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). For assistance, please contact the Student Resource Center, room C205a, (269) 927-8100, ext. 5192.

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Laws

TITLE VI OF THE CIVIL RIGHTS ACT OF 1964 This act provides that no person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving federal financial assistance from the Department of Education.

TITLE IX OF THE EDUCATION AMENDMENTS OF 1972 This act prohibits sexual harassment of students in any part of any higher education institution receiving federal funds, and requires institutions to maintain grievance procedures capable of prompt and equitable resolution of sexual harassment complaints.

Any questions you may have regarding your rights under Title VI and Title IX should be directed to: Assistant Director, Human Resources and Diversity Room A-305 (269) 927-8102 All discussions will be strictly confidential.

SECTION 504 OF THE REHABILITATION ACT OF 1973 Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a national law that protects qualified individuals from discrimination based on their disability. The nondiscrimination requirements of the law apply to employers and organizations that receive financial assistance from any Federal department or agency, including the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). These organizations and employers include many hospitals, nursing homes, mental health centers and human service programs.

Section 504 forbids organizations and employers from excluding or denying individuals with disabilities an equal opportunity to receive program benefits and services. It defines the rights of individuals with disabilities to participate in, and have access to, program benefits and services.

Any questions regarding your rights under Section 504 should be directed to: Disability Resources/Student Resource Center Room C-205a (269) 927-8100, ext. 5192 All discussions will be strictly confidential.

If you have any questions or concerns regarding your academic rights as a student of Lake Michigan College, please discuss them with one of the department chairs or deans.

Complaint – General Student

LMC is committed to providing a positive environment and educational experience for students.

The College has clearly stated policies and procedural options that are available to students outlined in the College Catalog, Handbook, and on the website to address academic and nonacademic disciplinary and student conduct issues. Grievance procedures related to sexual harassment, civil rights, Title IX, and disability concerns can be found in the College Policies section of the College Catalog or directed to the Assistant Director of Human Resources and Diversity in room A-305, 269-927-8102. Any questions regarding your rights under Section 504 should be directed to Student Resource Center, C-205a, 269-927-8100, ext. 5192.

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Sexual Harassment

LMC is committed to providing a positive environment and educational experience for students. The College has clearly stated policies and procedural options that are available to students outlined in the College Catalog, Handbook, and on the website to address academic and nonacademic disciplinary and behavioral type issues. Grievance procedures related to sexual harassment, civil rights, Title IX, and disability concerns can be found in the College Policies section of the College Catalog or directed to the assistant director of human resources and diversity in room A-305, (269) 927-8102.

Sexual harassment is a form of gender discrimination and violates the law. It includes unwanted touching, requests for sexual favors, sexually suggestive comments or remarks, and other conduct that unreasonably interferes with a person’s performance or creates an “intimidating, hostile, or offensive working environment,” encompassing the classroom/ learning environment.

Any threat or suggestion that your job, grade, evaluation, or opportunity in a course is based on submission to or rejection of requests for sexual favors is sexual harassment. Under no circumstances should your opportunity for employment, professional development, financial, academic, or counseling assistance be linked to acceptance or rejection of sexual conduct.

Each of us deserves to be treated equally at work and in the classroom, regardless of our gender.

How Do I Know If I Am Being Sexually Harassed?

People who are harassed sometimes wonder if the harassment is “serious” or if they did something personally to provoke the problem. They may hesitate to report the harasser for fear that others will “laugh it off” or blame them for their conduct.

If the harasser’s behavior makes you feel anxious, angry, frustrated, resentful, helpless, or depressed, then the problem is serious, regardless of the nature of the behavior in question.

Trust your thoughts and your feelings.

If something “doesn’t seem right” to you, then it probably isn’t.

Warning Signals

Thoughts like these often accompany sexual harassment: • Why me? What did I do?

• I can’t believe this is happening to me.

• I wish I could make it stop.

• If I say anything, everyone will think I’m crazy.

• I hate you!

• What’s going to happen next?

Changing your habits, going out of your way to avoid meeting a certain person, dreading going to class or work—these are all signs of harassment.

Let Someone Know

Some people think that sexual harassment is just a fact of life. They believe that nothing can be done about it, so it’s useless to complain. They may also fear retaliation or personal embarrassment if they make a complaint.

Lake Michigan College prohibits sexual harassment in its employment practices and in its educational programs and special events. If you are experiencing sexual harassment at LMC, we want to know about it! We will help resolve the problem promptly and confidentially. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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What Can I Do?

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 protect you from sexual harassment. In addition, Lake Michigan College has a policy strictly forbidding sexual harassment in any of its employment and educational practices.

This policy protects students of Lake Michigan College as well as employees of Lake Michigan College. If a person’s behavior makes you feel uncomfortable, you must let that person know it does, either by telling them or asking them to stop the behavior. If concerns continue, contact the assistant director of human resources and diversity, room A305, (269) 927-8102.

Sexual Assault

Sexual assault happens without your consent. It is unwanted physical contact of a sexual nature regardless of the amount of physical force used. It may follow sexual harassment, or be accompanied by harassment. What is important to remember is that if you did not give your consent for the physical contact, it is assault and you must let someone know.

Lake Michigan College has strict policies against sexual harassment, and the College applies these policies to sexual assault. Sexual assault is a criminal offense and should be reported to the police as well as to the public safety director/evening administrator, or the affirmative action officer. Emergency phone numbers for both on and off campus are listed in the front of this book and can be used in the case of sexual assault.

Remember: ASSAULT IS AN EMERGENCY!

If You Are Assaulted

Please call the police and report the assault. Calling the police does not mean you need to press charges and testify at a trial. The police will help you get medical attention you need.

Please call one of the emergency numbers at Lake Michigan College. We cannot use our policies to protect you if we do not know what has happened. We need you to report the assault.

Thoughts for the Victim

What happened to you was horrible. It was frightening. It was not your fault. You are not to blame for this. You did not want this. Someone took control and forced this on you. You did not give your consent. You are a good person. No one had the right to do that to you. You are the victim of a crime.

You are not going crazy. Almost any reaction you have is normal and valid. You have every right to scream, cry, and be upset. You deserve the best professional help you can get—ask for it and keep asking until someone listens.

Some people may not understand what has happened to you. These people may hurt your feelings or make you feel badly. Stay away from these people until you are better. Take care of yourself; you will recover in your own way and in your own time. Employees are encouraged to contact LMC’s Employee Assistance Plan at any time such as this, where immediate counseling is required. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Preventing Attack

The following preventive measures will help minimize your chances of being attacked: • Accept the fact that you are a potential assault victim. Many people operate under the illusion that “it will never happen to me.” It may.

• Above all else...trust your instincts. If you feel uncomfortable or uneasy, leave immediately.

Going Out

• When you go out, tell someone where you are going and when you will return.

• Always lock your house/apartment door and don’t lend the key. Keys can be duplicated.

• Don’t walk alone at night. Take a friend with you.

• Stay in well-lit areas.

• Photocopy all important papers that you carry in your purse or wallet, including your driver’s license. Keep the photocopies in a safe place. This information will be invaluable if you lose your license or cards.

On the Street

• Be alert. Look around you. Be aware of others on the street. Make it difficult for anyone to take you by surprise. Walk with your keys in hand.

• If you think someone is following you, turn around and check so that you are not caught off guard. Cross the street or change direction. Walk or run toward people, traffic, or lights. Consider confronting the aggressor and saying, in a loud, firm voice, “Don’t follow me.”

• If a car follows you or stops near you for directions, do not approach the car. Change directions if you feel threatened and walk or run toward stores, a lighted house, or other people.

In Your Car

• Park in well-lit areas. Check the street before leaving the car. Park in full view of the front of stores and houses.

• Walk to your car with keys ready.

• As you approach your car, look all around it, including underneath the car.

• If you have a flat tire, seek help inside the College, or from a nearby business if off- campus. Beware of someone instantly appearing to offer help– attackers often disable cars to make their owners vulnerable.

• Check the interior of your car, particularly the back seat before entering; someone

could be hiding there.

• Keep the car doors locked at all times, even when driving in daylight, so no one can jump in at a red light.

• Keep enough gas in your tank for emergencies.

• If you are followed by another car, drive to a police station or business that has lights on and people in it. You may not want to go directly home with someone following you. “Driveway” robberies are becoming more common.

• If your car breaks down, lift the hood, put on the flashers, and wait inside with the doors locked for help. Ask people who stop to call the police or AAA for you.

Don’t go with anyone.

• Don’t stop for stranded motorists. You are of greater help to them by calling the police or sheriff. www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Jogging

• Try to jog with a partner. Try to avoid running alone, even in daylight. You could become injured from a fall and might need help.

• Be aware of people around you.

• Stay in well-lit areas. Vary your route. Be suspicious of people you pass many times.

• Stay away from parked cars, especially those occupied by suspicious persons.

The Friendly Stranger and “Acquaintance Rape”

Many attacks start with casual conversation—the assailant is “sizing the person up.” If he or she is polite and friendly (as most people have been taught to be), the assailant will probably attempt intimidation. Although most people feel uncomfortable about such an encounter before it escalates, they don’t want to appear to be unfriendly or suspicious. If your gutlevel response to a person, whether a stranger or a friend, is uneasiness, try to get out of the situation as quickly as possible, even if it means being rude or making a scene.

Acquaintance rape occurs more frequently than reports seem to indicate. The key to prevention lies in: • AWARENESS • TRUSTING YOUR INTUITION • ASSERTIVE BEHAVIOR Potential victims have deterred assailants in a variety of ways. Talking and thinking about what to do if attacked increases your chances of successfully defending yourself.

It cannot be emphasized enough that sexual assault is a crime of violence. Sexual assaulters are unstable persons who view their victims as objects upon which to vent their rage, aggression, frustration, or insecurity. They do not view their victims as fellow human beings at that moment, and sexual gratification is not a motive for their crime. They wish to humiliate and degrade their victims, to make them lesser beings than they are. Too often, the fantasy they are acting out carries with it the danger of physical harm in addition to the crime of rape itself.

Where Can The Sexual Assault Occur?

Sexual assault can happen virtually anywhere, but the largest single grouping of reported incidents is either in the home of the victim or the home of the offender. It is important to be aware of all potentially hazardous areas: • Remote parking lots • On the street • Stairwells • Shopping centers • Public parks • Hitchhiking • Beaches at night • Laundromats • Jogging courses • Deserted buildings • School playgrounds • Vehicles

Sexual assaults often occur in conjunction with other crimes such as burglary, so the more effective preventative measures and common-sense precautions you take, the less your chances of becoming a victim. But regardless of how many or how few precautions you take, you are not provoking the attack. A locked door gives you time to call the police (911). www.lakemichigancollege.edu

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Survival is the Goal

Prevention measures can reduce the risk of attack, but they are not 100 percent effective.

What can you do if you are attacked? There is no ready answer because each situation is different. Recent studies show that an immediate aggressive response will be twice as likely to increase the possibility of escape but can aggravate the situation. Submitting does not guarantee that violence will not occur, however. Evaluate the situation for possible ways of escape. If one method doesn’t work, try another. Often victims have tried several different escape ideas before one worked.

Sex Offender Registry

In accordance to the “Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act” of 2000, which amends the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Against Children and Sexually Violent Offender Registration Act, the Jeanne Clery Act, and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, Lake Michigan College is providing a link to the Michigan State Police Sex Offender Registry. This act requires institutions of higher education to issue a statement advising the campus community where law enforcement information provided by a state concerning registered sex offenders may be obtained. It also requires sex offenders already required to register in a state to provide notice of each institution of higher education in that state at which the person is employed, carries a vocation, or is a student.

In the state of Michigan, convicted sex offenders must register with the Sex Offender and Crimes Against Minors Registry maintained by the State Police.

The Sex Offenders Registration Act, MCL 28.721et seq., directs the Michigan State Police to develop and maintain a public registry and provides guidelines on the type of offender information available to the public. The registration requirements of the Sex Offenders Registration Act are intended to provide the people of this state with an appropriate, comprehensive, and effective means to monitor those persons who pose such a potential danger.

In accordance with the Wetterling Act, Megan’s Law, and the Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act of 2000, it is now mandatory that all registered sex offenders report to the law enforcement agency having jurisdiction in which the institution of higher learning is located. The Michigan Public Sex Offenders Registry can be accessed at http://www.mipsor.state.mi.us/

Alcohol and Drugs

Lake Michigan College maintains a drug-free workplace and subscribes to the national goal of a drug-free society. The Board of Trustees and the administration believe that drug abuse education and prevention programs are essential in dealing with illicit drug use and alcohol abuse by students and employees on College premises or while engaged in College-related activities. Such abuse of drugs and alcohol by students and staff constitutes a grave threat to their physical and mental well-being and significantly impedes the learning process.

Lake Michigan College complies with local, state, and federal laws including those that regulate the possession, use, and sale of alcoholic beverages and controlled substances.

Students who would like additional information regarding alcohol and drug abuse referral services may contact the Academic Advising office at 1-800-252-1562 ext. 6162.

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Safety—It’s Everyone’s Responsibility

The staff at Lake Michigan College is made up of proactive, well-trained men and women dedicated to providing a safe environment that is conducive to the worry free pursuit of academic excellence.

Members of the LMC community – join us in making Lake Michigan College a safe place to be. Please take a moment to read this and remember: • Safety is everyone’s responsibility.

• An involved community is a safer community.

Personal Safety Measures

Since Lake Michigan College is a commuter college, students must carry many of their possessions with them at all times. This presents a potential problem of petty theft of books, purses, wallets, etc., warranting security awareness of the student body at all times while on campus.

Campus Security

Members of the campus security force are conservators of the peace. They seek to protect life and property, prevent anti-social conduct, and preserve a secure campus environment. They work with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies.

Lake Michigan College security is staffed by contracted security guards supervised by certified security officers. The entire security function is supervised by the executive director of facilities management, the director of public safety/evening administrator, or facilities personnel.

Annually and when needed, the College reviews, revises, or develops rules and regulations on access and security of campus facilities. Furthermore, the executive director of facilities management periodically inspects the lighting, landscaping, and the College’s physical plant (doors, locks, etc.) to determine what improvements need to be made for maximum security.

Security officers and facilities management staff members respond to a variety of requests and regularly patrol the campus parking lots and buildings. Along with facilities management and student services, the security officers are responsible for the enforcement of College policies and regulations. The College staff also works closely with local police and fire departments when criminal or safety incidents occur by investigating incidents and identifying precautions for the future.

With Your Safety In Mind... Campus Security and Facilities Personnel CAMPUS SECURITY AND FACILITIES PERSONNEL

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Manage campus parking and regulation.

Make emergency notifications.

Investigate all criminal incidents on campus.

Respond to all smoke, fire, and security alarms on campus.

Available during operating hours.

Emergency Call Stations

Emergency Call Stations are equipped to directly dial 911 and receive an immediate law enforcement response. Stations are located between the Faculty/Staff and Student parking lot, outside the Western Michigan University – Southwest building, and north of the Mendel Center Grand Upton Hall entrance. www.lakemichigancollege.edu 170 1-800-252-1562

Recording Criminal Incidents

The Public Safety Director of Facilities Management maintains an accurate, complete record of all incidents occurring on the campus property, within campus buildings, or to any student, faculty, or staff member.

Crime Statistics

The Lake Michigan College Annual Security Report includes crime statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus and on public property immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus sites. You can review this report by going to www.lakemichigancollege.edu/safety or you can obtain a paper copy upon request by contacting the Facilities Department at the Napier Avenue Campus at (269) 927-8135.

Campus crime statistics for Lake Michigan College may be viewed at the U.S. Department of Education’s website at http://ope.ed.gov/security/

Daily Crime Log

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, a daily crime log is maintained by Facilities Management. The log of the most recent 60-day period is open to public inspection during normal business hours or by going to www.lakemichigancollege.edu/safety

Student Success Report

The following information is required by the Student Right-to-Know Act: Lake Michigan College STUDENT SUCCESS REPORT Cohort Fall 2008 Academic Year Lake Michigan College Student Success Report Student Cohort: Fall 2008 COLLEGE CERTIFICATE/DEGREE PROGRAMS Total Students in Cohort: 461 As of the end of 2010-2011 Academic Year CATEGORY • Completed within 150%................................................................69 • Non-completers (still attending and not enrolled)........................392 • Graduated within four years (based on fall 2007 Cohort)...............73 • Graduation Rate within 150%.................................................15.0% • Graduation Rate of those who graduated within four years......17.1%

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Definitions:

The Student Cohort contains all students who meet ALL of the following criteria: 1. Enrolled for the first time (at any college full-time) in the indicated cohort semester OR in the preceding summer term and then continued in the fall cohort semester, either full or part-time.

2. Are enrolled in majors that have a certificate or degree awarded at the completion of a defined number of credit hours.

3. Indicated they are seeking a certificate or degree.

Completed within 150% are those students who received their degree/certificate within 150% of normal program time.

Still Attending includes all students who are enrolled for at least one credit hour in year preceding the reporting semester/term indicated.

Not Currently Enrolled includes all students who were not enrolled for the year preceding the semester/term indicated and are not counted in any other category.

Transferred Students are those the institution knows has changed their enrollment to another institution.

Graduation, Transferred Rate = (Graduated + Transferred) / Initial Cohort. For this rate, graduated students are counted up to the end of 150% of the time period for the award they are seeking.

150% Time Period is set by the Federal government at: • Three (3) semesters for one-year certificate programs, and • Six (6) semesters for two-year certificate programs.

Note: This counts two (2) semesters per year as a normal load.

Unduplicated Count. This report presents an unduplicated count by category of students in the cohort. If a student can be counted in more than one category, they are reported ONLY in the lowest numbered (i.e., graduated takes priority over transferred) category listed.

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Directories

College Administration - Dial (269) 927-8100 followed by extension President Dr. Robert P. Harrison Vice President Administrative Services and Special Assistant to the President Anne Erdman Institutional Advancement and Planning Greg Koroch Financial Services Kelli Hahn Instruction Sarah Dempsey Student Services Clint Gabbard Executive Dean Bertrand Crossing Campus Barbara Craig South Haven Campus and

Community Education Janice Varney Dean Arts & Sciences Chris Roddy Technology, Health Sciences, and Business Leslie Kellogg Executive Director Facilities Management Lee Van Ginhoven Information Technology & Institutional Research Randy Melton Mendel Center Operations TBD Directors Academic Services, South Haven Campus Suzanne Trenkle Advising Angela Marsh-Peek Athletics Jason Cooper Catch the Dream Stephannnie Harvey-Vandenberg Development Dayna Kozminski Early College Raquel Ramirez Educational Opportunity Center Anthony Jett Executive Assistant to the President Kathy Burnett Financial Aid Anne Tews Financial Services TBD Grants and Foundation Development TBD Library Diane Baker Marketing Services Laura Kraklau M-TEC Ken Flowers Public Safety Steve Silcox Purchasing and Support Services TBD Registrar Helen Hays-Thomas Student Life Pam McVay Student Resource Center TBD Student Services, South Haven Campus Denise Thomas Student Support Services Nancy Johnson

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Student Services, Bertrand Crossing Campus Systems, Database & Network Administrator Teaching and Learning Center Upward Bound User Support Administrator Workforce Development

James C. Ellis

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Alecia Lin Mark Kelly Selene Anderson Stan Kapica Debbie Gillespie

8108 6118 7061 8115 4293

Dr. Denise Scameheorn Lisa Augustiniak Janice Zerfas Dr. Delores Jackson

8775 8171 8871 8762

Jill Claeys Robert Schodorf Gary Roberts Ken Flowers Stephen Jukuri

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Office Information Instructor/Business Reference Librarian Reading Instructor Chemistry Instructor Mathematics Instructor English Instructor Psychology Instructor Dental Assisting Instructor Physical Education and Wellness Instructor Nursing Instructor Mathematics Instructor Physics/ Mathematics Instructor Chemistry Instructor English Instructor Machine Tool Instructor Nursing Instructor Nursing Instructor Computer Information Systems Instructor Music Instructor Nursing Instructor Biology Instructor Business Administration Instructor Nursing Instructor English Instructor

Lisa Augustiniak Diane Baker TBD Dr. Bal Barot Chris Bendixen Nicholas Brittin Amy Scrima Julie Uribe

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Jill Claeys Katherine Szymanski Dr. Gerry Cox Mike Durren Paige Eagan Joseph Eklund Ken Flowers Kay Rice Francis Denise Gardner

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TBD Dan Hendrickson Shelly Hennen Dr. Missy Howse Greg Iwaniuk Dr. Delores Jackson Charlie Jordan

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Arts, Humanities Business English and Communication Health Sciences, Math, Physical Education, and Wellness Natural Sciences Social Sciences Technologies Transitional Studies

Full-Time Faculty

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Stephen Jukuri

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Steve Karsten Suellen Klein Sharon Klemm James Larson Dr. Susan Lentz Dr. Cole Lovett

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Daniel Meyer Dr. Frances Miles Kerry Mohney Charles Olszewski Dr. Christopher Paine Leah Parkinson Brandon Pierce

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Erick Pifer Mary Jo Risetter Dr. Gary Roberts Dr. Denise Scameheorn Robert Schodorf Brenda Shepard Tonya Sobaski Frank Stijnman Dr. Michelle Stone TBD Ildiko Widman Chris Woodruff TBD Beth Zak Janice Zerfas Joseph Zwiller

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Index A

Academic Advisors........................................................................................................ 110 Academic and College Policies..................................................................................... 129 Academic Complaint Procedures................................................................................... 129 Academic Recognition.................................................................................................. 138 Academic Standards of Progress.................................................................................... 130 Academic Year Calendar.................................................................................................... 3 Acceptable Use for Technology Resources..................................................................... 130 Adding courses.............................................................................................................. 115 Admissions Policy.......................................................................................................... 105 Admission Status........................................................................................................... 106 Advising........................................................................................................................ 107 Alcohol and drugs......................................................................................................... 169 AlertNow....................................................................................................................... 108 Alumni Association....................................................................................................... 109 Amnesty of semester policy........................................................................................... 132 Assessment and Placement............................................................................................ 109 Assurance of Quality..................................................................................................... 132 Athletic facilities.............................................................................................................. 90 Athletics........................................................................................................................ 126 ATM................................................................................................................................ 90 Attendance.................................................................................................................... 133 Auditing courses............................................................................................................ 134

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Bertrand Crossing Campus map....................................................................................... 18 Bookstore........................................................................................................................ 90 Bulletin boards................................................................................................................ 92

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Campus security............................................................................................................ 170 Campus tours................................................................................................................ 115 Career and Transfer Center............................................................................................. 115 Cashier’s office................................................................................................................ 92 Catch the Dream........................................................................................................... 123 Childcare on campus....................................................................................................... 92 Class Registration.......................................................................................................... 115 CLEP testing................................................................................................................... 117 College and Career Success........................................................................................... 117 Commencement............................................................................................................ 134 Complaint - General Student......................................................................................... 155 Computer labs................................................................................................................. 93 Copy machines................................................................................................................ 95 Course cancellations..................................................................................................... 118 Crime statistics.............................................................................................................. 171

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Directories..................................................................................................................... 173 Disability Resources...................................................................................................... 118 Diversity Statement........................................................................................................ 139 Documentation............................................................................................................. 122 Dropping courses.......................................................................................................... 118

E

Early College Direct Credit and Dual Enrollment Students............................................. 135 Educational Opportunity Center.................................................................................... 118 Elevators.......................................................................................................................... 95 Emergency call stations................................................................................................. 170 Emergency numbers on campus.................................................................................... 162 Emergency procedures.................................................................................................. 158 English as a Second Language....................................................................................... 119 Equal Opportunity for Disabled Students....................................................................... 135

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FERPA............................................................................................................................ 136 Financial aid.................................................................................................................. 119 Fire Arms....................................................................................................................... 165 Fitness Trail...................................................................................................................... 95 Flex Pay......................................................................................................................... 119 Friendly stranger and date rape...................................................................................... 168

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Gay/Straight Alliance..................................................................................................... 120 General Education Requirements for Graduates............................................................. 136 Grade point averages..................................................................................................... 137 Grading policies............................................................................................................ 138 Guaranteed to Go Courses............................................................................................ 116 Guest students............................................................................................................... 107 Guns............................................................................................................................. 139

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Higher Education Opportunity Act................................................................................ 120

I

Independent study......................................................................................................... 121 In-district student status................................................................................................. 122 International students.................................................................................................... 123

K

Kidzone Preschool & Child Care..................................................................................... 95

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Late Registration Procedure........................................................................................... 116 Laws.............................................................................................................................. 164 Learning Assistance....................................................................................................... 121 Library............................................................................................................................. 96 Lockers............................................................................................................................ 98 Lost and found................................................................................................................. 98

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Mendel Center................................................................................................................. 98 Mendel Center Map......................................................................................................... 17 Michigan Benefits Network........................................................................................... 122 Michigan State University................................................................................................ 98 Mission statement.......................................................................................................... 160 M-TEC map..................................................................................................................... 18 Munchy’s CafÊ................................................................................................................. 99

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Napier Avenue Campus map........................................................................................... 16 Natural area.................................................................................................................... 99 Non-Discrimination....................................................................................................... 139

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Off-campus extension centers.......................................................................................... 99 Out-of-State student....................................................................................................... 123

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Parking.......................................................................................................................... 100 Preventing attack........................................................................................................... 167 Public telephones.......................................................................................................... 101

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Repeating courses.......................................................................................................... 142 Reserving facilities......................................................................................................... 101 Residency...................................................................................................................... 122 Richard J. Pappas Student Services Center map................................................................ 15

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Safe and sound advice................................................................................................... 163 Semester calendar............................................................................................................. 3 Senior citizens............................................................................................................... 123 Services......................................................................................................................... 123 Severe weather & closing announcements..................................................................... 159 Sexual Assault............................................................................................................... 166 Sexual Harassment Policy.............................................................................................. 141 Sexual Harassment........................................................................................................ 165 Siena Heights University................................................................................................ 101 Smoking Policy.............................................................................................................. 142 South Haven Campus map.............................................................................................. 19 Student Activities........................................................................................................... 126 Student Code of Conduct............................................................................................... 143 Student Discipline and Due Process.............................................................................. 150 Student Employment...................................................................................................... 125 Student Identification Cards........................................................................................... 125 Student Information....................................................................................................... 157 Student Life................................................................................................................... 125 Student Resource Center................................................................................................ 124 Student Success Report.................................................................................................. 171 Student Support Services............................................................................................... 126 Study Areas.................................................................................................................... 102

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Testing Center................................................................................................................ 126 Tornadoes...................................................................................................................... 160 Transcripts..................................................................................................................... 126 Transfer of college credit............................................................................................... 157 Transportation............................................................................................................... 126 Tuition and Fee Payment................................................................................................ 157 Tutoring......................................................................................................................... 121

U

Upward Bound.............................................................................................................. 127

V

Vending......................................................................................................................... 102 Veterans’ Affairs............................................................................................................. 127

W

WaveLink...................................................................................................................... 102 Weapons-free campus policy......................................................................................... 157 Wellness Center............................................................................................................ 103 Western Michigan University-Southwest........................................................................ 104 Workforce Development............................................................................................... 128 Workstudy..................................................................................................................... 125

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Lake Michigan College Board of Trustees Ms. Judy Truesdell, Chair • Dr. David Maysick, Vice-chair • Ms. Renee Williams, Secretary • Ms. Mary Jo Tomasini, Treasurer Mr. Paul Bergan, Trustee • Dr. Michael Lindley, Trustee • Mr. Pat Moody, Trustee Dr. Robert Harrison, President

Lake Michigan College is an equal opportunity institution, affording enrollment, employment and services without distinction on the basis of age, color, height, weight, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, race, religion, or gender. Any questions regarding your rights under Title VI and Title IX should be directed to Human Resources, A-305, (269) 927-8102. Any questions regarding your rights under Section 504 should be directed to the Student Resource Center, C-205a, (269) 927-8100, ext. 5192.

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