Fledgling 2013–2014

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Fledgling 2013-2014

UNIVERSITY of MONTEVALLO

Welcome!

Welcome to the University of Montevallo, whether you are new to the university or you are a returning student! I encourage you to step outside of your comfort zone, to develop meaningful relationships, and to leave your legacy at our unconventional campus. As students here, we have a responsibility to our university and ourselves to make the most of this academic opportunity by being involved in campus life and organizations so as to positively impact our community and foster our own educations. The Fledgling is a helpful guide to navigating everything from a calendar of fun events and academic deadlines to information on academic advising and other campus resources.

The Student Government Association works hard to represent you and we are always available to address any concerns or questions you might have. I hope that this small liberal arts university, with its historic brick sidewalks and lifelong friendships, becomes your second home, as it has for me. Have a fantastic year and God bless your journey at Montevallo! – Laura Beth Askelson, Administrative Vice President

A Note from the President Dear Students, For those of you who are new to the brick streets of Montevallo, I wish you a warm UM welcome! For those returning back to us, welcome home!

The high-quality students, faculty, and staff that comprise this family are the foundation of our excellence. You are now part of that family and foundation, and if you embrace what UM offers, there is no doubt you can become all that you wish.

There are many opportunities for students outside the classroom as well—student organizations, Greek life, athletics, College Night, and so much more. I want to encourage you to take advantage of these new experiences and opportunities. as they are an integral part of the Montevallo experience.

I look forward to getting to know you and discussing your ideas concerning how we can make a great institution even greater.

Best wishes for a successful year, and keep this advice in mind: Dream and dream big!

Sincerely, John W. Stewart III President of the University of Montevallo

The Fledgling Table of Contents No Classes ........................................................................... 2 Montevallo at a Glance ........................................................ 3 & Special Thanks

Quick Reference .................................................................. 4 Student Rights & Responsibilities........................................ 6 Academic Standards........................................................... 15 Campus Resources............................................................. 29 University Administration.................................................. 54 Student Organization Policies ............................................ 56 Student Organization Manual SGA Constitution

Student Planner ................................................................. 92 Index.................................................................................204

No Classes September 2.......................................................... Labor Day November 27-29................................ Thanksgiving Holidays December 18 – January 1......................................... Holidays January 20 ........................... Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day February 7............................................................. No Classes March 22-30 ..................................................... Spring Break May 26 ........................................................... Memorial Day June 6 ................................................................... No Classes June 13 ................................................................. No Classes June 20 ................................................................. No Classes June 26 ................................................................. No Classes July 4 ....................................................... Independence Day July 18 ................................................................. No Classes July 25 ................................................................. No Classes July 31 ................................................................. No Classes 4

Montevallo at a Glance • More than 30 degree programs with approximately 75 majors • Four colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, Michael E. Stephens College of Business, College of Education, and College of Fine Arts.

• Accredited by the Commission of Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools since 1925.

• Individual academic programs are nationally accredited by 11 different professional evaluating organizations.

• UM is a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC) and is one of 26 public liberal arts colleges in the nation.

• Montevallo is believed to be the first legislatively designated public liberal arts college.

• UM is a Carnegie Foundation Master's Institution.

• The University was the first Alabama institution of higher learning to guarantee its teacher education program.

• UM claimed the first State of Alabama Eminent Scholar Chair, which brings outstanding visiting scholars to campus for a semester or more.

• The University offers a writing-across-the-curriculum program that focuses on writing and composition skills regardless of one's major.

Special Thanks The planner & cover portion of the 2013-2014 Fledgling was designed by Hannah Stein. Hannah is a senior at the University of Montevallo, pursuing a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design.

The SGA logo was designed by Lauren Simon ’11, a Montevallo alumna with a Bachelor of Fine arts in Graphic Design.

The SGA would also like to thank University Relations for its contributions to the 2013-2014 Fledgling.

The Fledgling is a Student Government Association Publication.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action notice: The University of Montevallo is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, or disabled veteran/Vietnam era veteran status in the University's educational programs; admissions policies; faculty, staff and student employment policies; financial aid; or other school-administered programs and services. The University of Montevallo prohibits any form of harrassment related to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status of and by faculty, staff and students.

The Director of Human Resources and Risk Management is responsible for coordination of all activities to ensure equal opportunity/affirmative action in all University programs and activities and for monitoring their effectiveness. Inquiries regarding compliance with this notice may be directed to the DHRRM at 205-665-6055.

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Quick Reference Emergency ....................................................... 9+911 University Police - Emergency .................... 665-6500 University Police ......................................... 665-6000 Bookstore.................................................... 665-6575 Career Development Center....................... 665-6262 Cashier's Office........................................... 665-6065 Counseling Services .................................... 665-6245 Dean of Students ........................................ 665-6020 Disability Support Services ......................... 665-6250 Health Center............................................. 665-6275 Housing & Residence Life.......................... 665-6235 Library......................................................... 665-6100 McNair Scholars Program........................... 665-6570 Registrar...................................................... 665-6040 SGA/Student Life ....................................... 665-6565 Chartwells (Falcon Foods)........................... 665-6260 Student Financial Services........................... 665-6050 Student Activity Center .............................. 665-6630 Student Support Services ............................ 665-6250 Upward Bound .......................................... 665-6268

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A word on insurance, risk, and related matters...

The Montevallo experience includes academic, extracurricular, and recreational activities and opportunities that extend beyond the traditional classroom setting. While UM does not sponsor or require students to participate in activities that involve unusual risks of personal injury, some activities by their nature (e.g., intramural sports, student games and competitions, outdoor recreation, travel, and field trips) entail more risk of injury than others.

Students and their parents should review their personal health insurance for adequate medical/health coverage. UM does not provide general accident or sickness coverage for students but may offer assistance in identifying private insurers that offer such coverage. The staff in the health services office, located in Main Hall, can provide more information on student health insurance and health services. You may contact the student health center at 665-6275 if you have further questions.

Third parties may require UM students to obtain liability or other types of insurance as a condition to their participation in cooperative academic programs, e.g., student teaching. Although students are responsible for obtaining such coverage at their expense, the third party (and perhaps UM) may be able to assist students in identifying insurance programs that provide the required coverage.

Because an enriching collegiate experience involves a wide range of activities likely entailing travel, physical challenges, and acquiring new skills, it is not always practical to secure separate approval for each activity.

Accordingly, UM deems the student’s enrollment at the University to signify authorization from the parent/guardian of the minor student (under the age of 19) or approval from the student himself or herself (if age 19 or older) to participate in any UM sanctioned or sponsored activity or event. Sometimes a student may need emergency medical services for accident or sickness, and personnel of the University may summon paramedics and ambulance services.

In these cases, the expenses of such medical care are the responsibility of the student. UM applies a rule of reason when communicating about student participation in activities that may present special learning opportunities (e.g., international travel) having some elevated risk.

Of course, students themselves are expected to exercise prudence and good judgment in their choice of activities and should inform the appropriate UM faculty or staff member of any circumstance, health condition, or impairment that would limit their participation in particular programs or require special accommodations for their participation. If you have further questions or concerns, please contact Barbara Forrest, the University’s Director of Risk Management at forrestb@montevallo.edu or by calling 205-665-6055.

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Student Rights & Responsibilities

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Student Rights and Responsibilities Student Code of Conduct • Philosophy and Purpose • Definitions • Jurisdiction • Office of Student Affairs Authority • Student Code of Conduct Regulations • Parental Notification • Conduct Procedures • Records

General University Policies • Code of Fair Practice • Communication with Students • Disability Compliance Policy • Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Policy • Sexual Harassment • Smoking • Title IX Compliance Statement

Department of Public Safety • University Police • Non-Compliance Citations • University of Montevallo Vehicle Regulations (UMVR) • Parking Regulations and Information • Vehicle Registration • A Reminder from the Chief of Police • Traffic Regulations and Information • Definitions

STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT PHILOSOPHY AND PURPOSE The University of Montevallo strives to maintain an educational community that fosters the development of students who are ethical, civil, and responsible persons. Students of the University are expected to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with the University’s function as an institution of higher education. As a community of learners and scholars, all are expected to maintain conduct which assures orderly pursuit of educational objectives, positive regard for the rights of others, and a safe environment. The purpose of this document is to set forth the specific authority and responsibility of the University in maintaining behavioral standards.

DEFINITIONS Administrative Council: a hearing body composed of two professional staff members and one faculty member from the Justice Council Business Day: the days of the year the University is officially open and functioning, which does not include weekends, days the University is officially closed, or official University holidays Complainant: the individual or group affected by the alleged incident. The terms complainant and victim may be used interchangeably. In some situations, the complainant and the reporter may be the same individual or group.

Judicial Officer: a staff member with administrative authority and responsibility for oversight and enforcement of Student Conduct policies and procedures. This responsibility includes formulating and implementing policies and procedures, in cooperation with other appropriate University bodies, for the consideration of conduct violations and the imposition of sanctions in an efficient, consistent, fair, legal, and educationally meaningful manner.

Justice Council: a hearing body composed of eight faculty representatives recommended by faculty senate, six staff members recommended by the Vice President for Enrollment Management, and eight students. Justice Council cases involving academic dishonesty must include only two faculty representatives, two student representatives, and one staff representative.

Reporter: the individual or group filing an incident report for an alleged violation Student: an individual who is admitted, enrolled, or registered for study at the University 9

of Montevallo for any academic period including time periods between academic sessions.

Persons who are not officially enrolled for a particular term but who have a continuing student relationship with the University of Montevallo are considered students. A person shall also be considered a student during any period while the student is under suspension from the institution or when the person is attending or participating in any activity preparatory to the beginning of school including, but not limited to, fraternity or sorority recruitment, orientation, placement testing, and residence hall check-in.

Student Organization: an organization which has been fully approved by the Campus Life Advisory Committee and has registered with the Student Life Office by September 30 of the current academic year. More information about student organizations can be found at www.montevallo.edu/StuLife/StudentOrganizations/default.shtm JURISDICTION The University’s interest in enforcing its Student Code of Conduct extends beyond UM’s campus and property to off-campus functions, events, and activities that are sponsored, endorsed, or supported by the University (e.g., athletic events). Students may also be subject to disciplinary measures for conduct occurring off-campus when the behavior violates the Code and: • takes place while the student is acting or functioning as a representative or an extension of the University (whether or not the student has been formally designated as such); or • reflects negatively and directly on the University’s image or reputation or threatens to undermine public support for the University or fulfillment of its educational mission; or • impedes, interferes with, or compromises the University’s goals of preventing violence, promoting the health and safety of UM students and all members of the University community, and of providing timely support and resources to assist those struggling with substance abuse or addiction; or • evidences an unwillingness or inability to function as a civil, cooperative, and contributing member of the University community and in a manner that is consistent with generally accepted standards of behavior, including those set forth or implicit in the University’s statutory charter, its policies, and official publications.

Procedures governing the disposition of Code of Student Conduct violations will apply to offcampus violations, but may be modified as necessary to accommodate practical considerations and limitations created by the nature of the off-campus conduct (e.g., incarceration).

OFFICE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS AUTHORITY The Board of Trustees and the president of the University are ultimately responsible for governing the University. The student conduct system is administered by the University’s Chief Student Affairs Officer. The University’s Chief Student Affairs Officer, in turn, designates the University Judicial Officer with administrative authority and responsibility for oversight and enforcement of Student Conduct policies and procedures. This responsibility includes formulating and implementing policies and procedures, in cooperation with other appropriate University bodies, for the consideration of conduct violations and the imposition of sanctions in an efficient, consistent, fair, legal, and educationally meaningful manner.

The University Judicial Officer may further delegate responsibility to various judicial bodies and administrative staff (e.g., Housing and Residence Life staff, Justice Council, and Administrative Council).

When there is an allegation that a student has committed an offense that is also a crime, a student can be charged both by the criminal justice system and the student conduct system.

Disciplinary action at the University will normally proceed independently of pending criminal charges even if charges involving the same incident have been dismissed by the criminal justice system.

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STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT REGULATIONS This section establishes the rules and regulations all students and student organizations are expected to follow under the duty and corollary powers inherent in educational institutions.

Institutions protect their educational purposes through the setting of standards of student conduct and scholarship and through the regulation of the use of University facilities. Lack of familiarity with institutional rules is not an excuse for an infraction.

Students are responsible for their own conduct and for the conduct of their guests. Student organizations have similar responsibility for maintaining good conduct among their members and guests and at activities they sponsor. All members of the University community are expected to use reasonable judgment in their daily campus life and to show due concern for the welfare and rights of others. The University reserves the right to hold individual members responsible for their personal actions and to hold organizations responsible for the actions of their members.

A. Academic Integrity All academic work should be the result of an individual’s own efforts and should be free of fraud and deception. Students may not give or receive unauthorized aid in completing academic work and meeting academic requirements, as those acts may constitute academic dishonesty.

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Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to, cheating, plagiarism, fabrication of information or citations, facilitating acts of academic dishonesty by others, unauthorized prior use of examinations, submitting the work of another person or work previously used without approval, and tampering with the academic work of others. See the Procedures for Disposition of Academic Dishonesty Cases at www.montevallo.edu/faculty/handbook/appendC.shtm.

B. Alcohol-Related Misconduct The University complies with federal and state law in prohibiting the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of illicit drugs and/or alcohol by students and employees on its property or as part of any of its activities. Alcoholic beverages may be lawfully consumed by individuals who are 21 years or older only within the privacy of their personal residence hall rooms. Prohibited behaviors: 1.

Possession of alcohol by a person under the age of 21

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Consumption of alcohol by a person under the age of 21

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Public intoxication

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Disorderly, drunken, lewd, or indecent conduct while under the influence of alcohol

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Possession of alcohol–related paraphernalia by a person under the age of 21 (ex: empty containers)

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Open containers in vehicles or in open spaces, or public areas of residence halls (lobbies, hallways, etc.)

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The presence or possession of alcohol in an on-campus residential room in which only underage residents live

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Provision or distribution of alcohol to individuals under the age of 21

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Common containers (kegs, coolers, etc.) that provide unrestricted access are not permitted for use by students on campus, on University property, or at student organization functions

10. Violation of other provisions of the Student Code of Conduct while under the influence of alcohol Students and student organizations must comply with the published regulations and applicable laws concerning the transport, display, provision, possession, and consumption of beer, wine, and other alcoholic beverages.

Violations of alcohol policies may result in disciplinary sanctions and/or administrative fees. For more information, see University Policy 01:105 at www.montevallo.edu/faculty/Policies/01105.shtm.

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C. Drug-Related Misconduct Prohibited behaviors: 1.

Possession and/or use of any counterfeit, illegal, illicit, dangerous, or controlled drug or other substance is prohibited. This includes prescription medications.

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Manufacture, sale and/or distribution of any counterfeit, illegal, illicit, dangerous, or controlled drug or other substance is prohibited. This includes prescription medications.

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Possession of drug paraphernalia (i.e., pipes, bongs)

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Disorderly, lewd, or indecent conduct while under the influence of an illegal or illegallyobtained drug

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Violation of any other provision of the Student Code of Conduct while under the influence of an illegal or illegally-obtained drug

Violations of drug policies may result in disciplinary sanctions and/or administrative fees. For more information, see University Policy 01:105 at www.montevallo.edu/faculty/ Policies/01105.shtm.

D. Dangerous Behaviors Intent is not an element of this violation but will be considered in the application of sanctions.

Prohibited behaviors: 1.

Conduct or action that has the potential for physically harming another person. Included is conduct which creates conditions that pose a risk of physical harm to another, which causes reasonable apprehension of physical harm, and/or which results in unwelcome physical contact.

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Cruelty to and other offenses against animals as defined by state and local laws and statutes

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The use or display of any object or instrument in a dangerous or threatening manner

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Driving under the influence of alcohol or while intoxicated

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Physical or verbal threats of violence or placing a person in fear of imminent physical injury or danger

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Physical abuse, physical intimidation, coercion, and/or other conduct that threatens or endangers the health or safety of another person or violates a legal protective order

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Actions that have the potential for damage or destruction or create hazardous conditions

E. Weapons Possession of a weapon on or within any University premises must be in accordance with the University of MontevalloWeapons Policy 01:140, which can be found at http://www.montevallo.edu/faculty/Policies/01140.shtm.

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Disorderly Conduct

Intent is not an element of this violation but will be considered in the application of sanctions.

Prohibited behaviors: 1.

Conduct that disturbs the peace, interrupts the learning or residential environment, and/ or disrupts the rights or privileges of others

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Deliberate and significant interference with the freedom of expression of others

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Making, causing, or continuing any loud, unnecessary, or unusual noise that disrupts the normal operations of the University or infringes on the rights of other members of the University community

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Contemptuous, disorderly behavior, or perjury at any disciplinary hearing and/or knowingly violating the terms of an official disciplinary sanction

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Any disorderly conduct adversely affecting the student’s suitability as a member of the academic community

G. Disruptive Activity Prohibited behaviors: 1.

Interference with or disrupting the normal activity and operations of the University or its educational mission, programs, or events

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Conduct that causes or provokes a disturbance that disrupts the academic pursuits of others including, but not limited, to obstruction or disruption of teaching, research, administration, disciplinary procedures, or other University activities, including its public service functions, or of any other authorized activity

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Behavior in a classroom or instructional program that interferes with the instructor or presenter's ability to conduct the class or program or the ability of others to profit from the class or program

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Intentional obstruction which unreasonably interferes with freedom of movement (pedestrian or vehicular)

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Throwing or dropping objects or substances out of buildings

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Non-compliance with reasonable time, place, or manner restrictions on expression

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Failure to leave immediately when asked to disperse by University or law enforcement officials

H. Abusive Conduct or Sexual Misconduct Prohibited behaviors: 1.

Physical abuse of any kind including, but not limited to, fighting, assaults, or actions which result in physical harm

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Sexual misconduct or abuse: The University does not tolerate sexual misconduct or abuse such as sexual assault, rape, or any other forms of nonconsensual sexual activity. Sexual misconduct and abuse can occur between acquaintances or parties unknown to each other.

Sexual abuse is attempted or actual unwanted sexual activity such as sexual touching and fondling. This includes the touching of an unwilling person’s intimate parts (defined as genitalia, groin, breast or buttock, or clothing covering them), or forcing an unwilling person to touch another’s intimate parts. Sexual misconduct includes, but is not limited to, sexual assault, rape, forcible sodomy or sexual penetration with an inanimate object, intercourse without consent, under conditions of force, threat of force, fear, or when a person is unable to give consent because of substance abuse, captivity, sleep, or disability. For more information, see UM Policy 01:125 at www.montevallo.edu/faculty/Policies/01125.shtm

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Hazing for the purpose of pledging, initiation, admission into, affiliation with, or as a condition for maintaining membership in a group, organization, or team. Hazing is any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, whether on or off campus, which endangers the mental or physical health and safety of any person, regardless of consent or which violates public law or University policy 01:110 at www.montevallo.edu/faculty/Policies/01110.shtm.

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Sexual harassment: For more information about Title IX and sexual harassment, see UM Policies 01:114 at and 01:115 at www.montevallo.edu/faculty/policies/01114.shtm and www.montevallo.edu/faculty/Policies/01115.shtm, respectively.

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Bias-related acts of violence, intimidation, harassment, and/or discrimination. For more information, see UM Policy 01:120 at www.montevallo.edu/faculty/Policies/01120.shtm.

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Harassment: Harassment is conduct that is sufficiently severe or pervasive so as to threaten an individual or substantially interfere with the individual’s education, employment, or access to University programs, activities, or opportunities and that would detrimentally affect a reasonable person under the same circumstances. This includes harassment occurring through the use of various forms of technology and media commonly referred to as cyber-stalking and cyber-bullying.

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Voyeurism or recording of images without consent while the person is in a place where he or she would have a reasonable expectation of privacy

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Lewd behavior and/or indecent conduct or exposure

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Fire and General Safety

Prohibited behaviors: 1.

Starting a fire or creating a fire hazard on University property without University authorization. Precautionary steps should be taken by residential students while cooking including turning on vents (where applicable), opening windows, and closely monitoring cooking food.

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Unauthorized possession of or use of fireworks and explosive materials, the ignition or detonation of anything which could cause damage to persons or property or disruption by fire, smoke, explosion, noxious odors, stain, and/or corrosion

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Causing a false fire alarm or emergency report of any kind

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Tampering with, damaging, disabling, or misusing fire safety equipment including, but not limited to, fire extinguishers, fire sprinklers, fire hoses, fire alarms, and fire doors

5. Failing to immediately evacuate any non-residential University building when a fire alarm or other emergency notification has been sounded, or hindering or impairing the orderly evacuation 6.

Disobeying a directive or command by any University or emergency official in connection with a fire, alarm, or other safety, security, or emergency matter

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Misuse of emergency call boxes

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Violation of UM Smoking Policy 01:135 found at www.montevallo.edu/faculty/ Policies/01135.shtm.

Violations of the fire and general safety policies may result in disciplinary sanctions and/or administrative fees.

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Compliance with General Laws and Arrests

Violations of any federal, state, or local laws may be subject to disciplinary action. Disciplinary action imposed by the University may precede and/or be in addition to any penalty imposed by an off-campus authority.

K. Dishonesty and Theft Prohibited behaviors: 1.

Damage to or theft of property of any kind, including seizing, receiving, or concealing property with knowledge that it has been stolen

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Sale, possession, or misappropriation of any property or services without the owner's permission

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Dishonest or fraudulent behavior in any oral or written transaction with the University

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Dishonesty or misrepresenting the truth before a hearing of the University, or furnishing false information or withholding information to any University official which interferes with University processes or procedures

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Forgery, alteration, or misuse of any document, record, or officially issued identification information from University processes and/or officials

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Misrepresentation of oneself (e.g., as an officer of the law, a University official, etc.)

L. Misuse of Identification or University Resources Prohibited behaviors: 1.

Possession and/or use of fake or altered identification

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Unauthorized entry into, presence in, or use of University facilities, equipment, or property which has not been reserved or accessed through appropriate University officials

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Unauthorized use or lending of a UM student identification card

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Unauthorized use, possession, distribution, or duplication of any University key

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Misusing or assisting in the misuse of telephones and communication equipment including using any form of communication equipment to harass or threaten any person(s); using any form of communication equipment to disrupt the normal operations or activities of any person, organization, or the University

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Failure to adhere to the University's Computing Resources Acceptable Use Policy.

Prohibited behaviors include, but are not limited to, misusing University computing resources by intentionally making, receiving, accessing, altering, using, providing, or in any way tampering with files, discs, programs, passwords, or messages of other computer users without their permission; attempted or actual unauthorized copying, transfer, modification, or destruction of University-owned software, programs, records, or data; attempted or actual interference with the normal operation of the University’s computing system; using computer resources to harass others or in ways that violate institutional computer use policies; violation of any University policy or public law as it relates to technology and usage of data. For additional information regarding the appropriate and authorized use of University computing resources, please see the University of Montevallo Computing Guidelines available online at www.montevallo.edu/cs/guidelines.

M. Failure to Comply and Other Conduct Prohibited behaviors: 1.

Failure to comply with and respond appropriately to the reasonable and lawful requests of University faculty, staff, and other officials including residence hall staff and student employees in the performance of their duties

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Failure to abide by any established University regulation, policy, or procedure including, but not limited to, those governing residence in University-owned or controlled property; those related to the registration and operation of a student organization; those related to the use of University facilities, or the time, place, and manner of public gatherings and expression

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Failure to properly comply with or complete a sanction or obligation resulting from a disciplinary meeting or hearing

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Any other conduct adversely affecting the student’s suitability as a member of the academic community or as a representative of the University

N. Shared Responsibility for Violations Prohibited behaviors: 1.

Acting in concert to violate University conduct regulations

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Attempting, assisting in, or promoting any act prohibited by the Student Conduct Code

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Condoning, encouraging, or requiring behavior that violates University conduct regulations

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PARENTAL NOTIFICATION The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) provides the University the option to notify parents or guardians about specific types of information from a student’s conduct record including the use or possession of alcohol or other drugs by a student under the age of 21.

CONDUCT PROCEDURES Students who violate the Student Conduct Code are subject to disciplinary actions with sanctions ranging from a verbal warning to expulsion from the University. Information regarding University conduct procedures is found in the student handbook, the Fledgling, or at www.montevallo.edu/sa/Student_Conduct.

RECORDS Confidentiality of Records A student may authorize the release of his/her disciplinary record to any party by completing both a FERPA and judicial release form. Information related to FERPA can be found at www.montevallo.edu/registrar/FERPA.shtm.

Destruction of Records All records of cases in the Office of Student Affairs shall be maintained in a location designated by the Office of Student Affairs until such time as they are destroyed in accordance with the destruction schedule established by the University.

Adoption and Amendments Additional rules and regulations may be promulgated during the academic year and will be updated to the University’s website upon adoption.

GENERAL UNIVERSITY POLICIES CODE OF FAIR PRACTICE The University of Montevallo operates under a Code of Fair Practice governing all of its relationships with students. Copies of the Code are available in all administrative offices.

This document states in part: The University of Montevallo will maintain responsive, responsible, and fair practices in all matters affecting students. This includes the provision and delivery of educational programs, the provision of necessary supporting services as described, and due process with regard to disciplinary matters and the handling of grievances, which are described fully in the UM Bulletin and student handbook. Moreover, the University will seek to ensure that students have an appropriate voice in the making of major policy, program, procedure, and budgeting decisions. See UM Policy 01:005 Code of Fair Practice for full text.

COMMUNICATION WITH STUDENTS Students must have permission in writing to act as agents for any commercial organization.

Students should be aware of all official notices: A. forUM (student email system on campus) B. Wednesday Memo C. University Bulletin D. The student handbook (Fledgling) E. Online announcement contained within forUM, http://forum.montevallo.edu F. Bulletin boards • Farmer Hall • Cafeteria • Residence halls

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The University uses an email system (forUM) to officially communicate with students. Each undergraduate student is assigned a forUM email address. Students are responsible for checking their email accounts in a timely fashion and on a regular basis.

DISABILITY COMPLIANCE POLICY In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), the University is committed to making its services, facilities, programs, and accommodations accessible to employees, students, visitors, qualified applicants for employment, and qualified applicants for enrollment, including people with disabilities.

The Director of Disability Support Services is responsible for making recommendations and assisting in the provision of services and reasonable accommodations for the needs of students with disabilities and for monitoring their effectiveness. The Director of the Physical Plant is responsible for identifying physical barriers and for maintaining accessible buildings and grounds. The Special Assistant to the President for University Events coordinates accommodation requests related to University events and programs. The Director of Human Resources and Risk Management is responsible for identifying and implementing employeerelated accommodation needs and for monitoring their effectiveness. The Director of Disability Support Services coordinates University compliance as related to ADA/Section 504 matters.

(UM Policy 01:130) Enrolled or prospective students may contact the Disability Support Services Office (205-665-6250) for further information. University faculty and staff may contact the Office of Human Resources (205-665-6055) regarding employee accommodations. Persons with disabilities seeking participation in public programs/ services offered by the University of Montevallo are invited to notify the Central Calendar Office (205-665-6292). Timely notice is required, although University officials will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations as available.

(Notice of at least 72 hours is requested for most accommodations requests.)

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION POLICY The University of Montevallo is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status of and by faculty, staff, and students. It is the University’s intent to take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity in employment and to avoid unlawful discrimination in employment within the University. The University will take affirmative action to recruit, employ, and to advance employment in minorities, women, and disabled veterans/Vietnam-era veterans. Reasonable accommodations will be made for qualified disabled veterans and persons with disabilities. The University and individuals or agencies signing contracts with the University agree not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, or veteran status and agree to take affirmative action to ensure that applicants and employees are treated without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, or veteran status. This policy covers the following: recruitment and recruitment advertising; employment, promotion, demotion, or transfer; layoff or termination; rates of pay or other forms of compensation; training; and all other terms and conditions of employment.

The University and individuals and agencies with whom it contracts will adhere to the letter and spirit of all relevant laws and governmental regulations. The Director of Human Resources and Risk Management along with the University’s Diversity Officer are responsible for ensuring equal opportunity/affirmative action in all University programs and activities and for monitoring their effectiveness. See UM Policy 01:100 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Policy for full text.

TITLE IX COMPLIANCE STATEMENT The University of Montevallo does not discriminate based on gender in employment or in any educational program or activity that it operates.

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Inquiries regarding Equal Opportunity or Title IX policies or the filing of grievances or grievance procedures covering discrimination complaints may be directed to: University of Montevallo Title IX Compliance Officer: Barbara Forrest Puryear House, Station 6055 Montevallo, AL 35115 (205) 665-6055 forrestb@montevallo.edu The University of Montevallo’s Title IX Officer monitors and evaluates campus efforts to meet the requirements of the 1972 federal legislation which prohibits all forms of sex discrimination in educational institutions that receive federal funding. In addition to meeting the requirements for resolving sex discrimination and sexual harassment issues, the Title IX Officer assists in the creation and maintenance of a campus community committed to positive values of equal opportunity and fosters an environment free from all forms of harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination and is prohibited by Title IX and will not be tolerated at the University of Montevallo.

The Title IX Officer: • provides information and guidance when responding to incidents of possible sexual harassment, discrimination, or gender equity issues; • advises the President, Provost, and appropriate Vice President on cases concerning faculty, staff, or students charged with sexual harassment or matters pertaining to discrimination or gender equity; • serves as the campus compliance officer for the resolution and investigation of sexual harassment complaints involving faculty, staff, or students, pursuant to UM Sexual Harassment Policy http://www.montevallo.edu/faculty/Policies/01115.shtm; • initiates appropriate action, recommendation, or investigation when the University is on notice of facts that indicate the University needs to take steps to ensure a hostile-free campus environment; • monitors campus crime and incident reports; • coordinates sexual harassment training for University faculty and staff; and • serves as the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Officer In carrying out these duties, the Title IX Officer shall exercise discretion and may involve other University officials, including administrators from the Department of Athletics, Division of Student Affairs, and University Police Department.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT The University unequivocally opposes sexual harassment of and by faculty, staff, and students.

Sexual harassment will not be tolerated. When a formal written complaint is filed, the University will conduct a thorough investigation. Confirmed cases of sexual harassment will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment or dismissal from the University.

Sexual harassment includes any repeated, unwanted: (1) verbal or sexual behavioral advance, (2) sexually explicit or derogatory remark, and/or (3) statements made in the workplace or classroom that are sexually offensive or objectionable when: • submission to the conduct is either an explicit or implicit term or condition of employment or a grade; or • submission to, or rejection of, the conduct is used as a basis for employment or grading decisions affecting the individual; or • the conduct has the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with work or class performance, or of creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or classroom environment.

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Any person who feels sexually harassed should see UM Policy 01:115 for the full text and report the harassment immediately to any of the appropriate UM officials.

SMOKING Policy 1:135 The University of Montevallo is committed to the health and wellness of its students, faculty, staff, and visitors. The State of Alabama adopted the Alabama Clean Indoor Air Act, which protects building occupants from exposure to secondhand smoke. Accordingly, the interior of all University of Montevallo buildings are smoke free. Smoking is limited to outdoor areas on campus that are at least 25 feet away from building entrances and exits of all Universityowned facilities.

Definitions “To smoke” and “smoking” mean creating smoke by lighting a cigarette, cigar, pipe, or other smoking product as well as puffing on, carrying, or holding a lighted cigarette, cigar, pipe or other tobacco product.

“Secondhand smoke” means smoke emitted from lighted, smoldering, or burning tobacco from a person smoking cigarettes, cigars, pipes, or other tobacco products.

Smoking Restrictions Smoking is prohibited inside all buildings operated or leased by the University of Montevallo including, but not limited to, classrooms, laboratories, studios, open and private offices, corridors, dining areas, restrooms, arenas, auditoriums, and common areas.

Smoking is prohibited within 25 feet of any building entrance, outdoor passageway to an entrance, or any air intake where smoke would affect occupants and those entering or leaving the area.

Smoking is prohibited inside all vehicles that are owned, leased, or rented by the University.

Smoking is also specifically prohibited in areas identified by the University to be smoke-free zones as indicated by the universal sign for non-smoking or a “no smoking” sign.

Exceptions Private, single-family dwellings are subject to the smoking preferences of the occupants.

Requests for designated outdoor, outside, or exterior smoking areas should be forwarded to the Director of Physical Plant for approval.

Enforcement This policy shall be enforced according to the rules established in University of Montevallo policies and faculty, staff, and student handbooks.

Off-campus organizations, alumni, guests, and visitors using University facilities must abide by the provisions of this policy.

Failure to comply with this policy will constitute a violation of official University policy and may result in disciplinary action up to, and including, expulsion or termination. It may also constitute a violation of State law and subject violators to associated civil penalties.

Approved 8/93 Last Revised 5/11

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY The University Of Montevallo Department Of Public Safety is comprised of the University Police, Fire and Safety, Access Control, Parking and Transportation, and Locksmith.

The Department of Public Safety is the authority for the University of Montevallo Vehicle Regulations (UMVR), including vehicle registration, parking, and traffic enforcement.

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UNIVERSITY POLICE University of Montevallo Police Department is responsible for maintaining campus security and providing a safe environment for campus life. The University’s police force consists of sworn law enforcement officers who are trained in all aspects of the duties of a police officer.

A goal of the University of Montevallo Police Department is to promote campus safety. One of the ways this is accomplished is by disseminating information that can teach you how to better protect yourself and your property. The Police Department strives to provide personal service to students to help insure their safety. The University Police provide an escort service at night to students from the overflow parking lots to their residence halls. You will need to drive to the Police Department in the Physical Plant Complex on campus or call the Police Department to request this service. For your convenience, the Police Department has jumper cables and will jump-start your car if needed.

The UM Police Department is available to serve you. If you need assistance from a police officer, call 665-6155. Emergencies (police, fire, and medical) should be reported from on campus by dialing 9-911.

NON-COMPLIANCE CITATIONS In some instances, the University Police Department may, at the officer’s discretion, issue a UMPD citation for various offenses. These citations are set up to provide guidance to the students without placing criminal charges on their records.

Non-compliance citations are in accordance with the University of Montevallo Code of Conduct and can be issued to any student, faculty, or staff for any incident that occurs on the campus of the University of Montevallo during which any Alabama state law, Montevallo city ordinance, or Student Conduct Code is found to be violated. A report may be filed by the University Police officer who issues a non-compliance citation, which in turn may result in a judicial meeting/hearing for the student who receives the citation.

The lack of familiarity with these regulations does not constitute a valid defense for failure to comply.

UNIVERSITY OF MONTEVALLO VEHICLE REGULATIONS (UMVR) To insure the safety of drivers, pedestrians and property, as well as to provide adequate parking facilities for all those who drive on campus, a program of traffic and parking regulations has been developed for the University of Montevallo campus.

This parking plan is designed for the convenience and safety of all. It can be successful only if all persons–faculty, staff, students, and visitors–abide by the regulations.

PARKING REGULATIONS AND INFORMATION The lack of familiarity with these regulations does not constitute a valid defense for failure to comply.

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The University reserves the right to deny any person the privilege of operating and/or parking a motor vehicle on campus.

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The University assumes no responsibility for losses from fire, theft, or from any other cause when cars are parked on campus.

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City and state regulations, rules, and all directive signs governing the use of motor vehicles must be observed at all times.

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Red, white, and green zones are in effect from 7:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m, Monday through Friday. Park only in spaces or zones matching your permit during this time.

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Spaces for drivers with disabilities are for the exclusive use of qualified permit holders and visitors with disabilities. Permits for drivers with disabilities are valid in any legal parking space.

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Parking on the grass, on sidewalks, or blocking sidewalks is prohibited.

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Blocking fire hydrants is prohibited.

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Parking in fire lanes and loading docks is prohibited. Fire lanes and loading docks are tow–away zones.

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Double parking is prohibited. Double parking is parking across the line, either to the side, back, or front another the vehicle.

10. Twenty–minute zones are marked by signs and are in effect 24 hours a day.

11. The University reserves the right, after a reasonable attempt is made to contact the owner, to remove and impound illegally parked and abandoned vehicle; any vehicle found on campus without a decal, with no license plate; or any vehicle parked in such a way as to contribute a serious hazard to other vehicles or pedestrian traffic or to the movement and operation of emergency equipment. The owner(s) shall thereafter be responsible for any costs involved in removing, impounding, and storing of such vehicle occurring during removal or impoundment.

VEHICLE REGISTRATION Faculty, Staff, and Student Vehicle Registration Faculty/staff are issued a permanent hangtag which must be returned to the University upon leaving their employment.

Students parking on campus must register their vehicles and/or motorcycles annually, for which a fee is charged and the appropriate permit issued.

Follow these steps to register your vehicle online: 1.

Vehicles owned by faculty, staff, or students must register online through BossCars via the forUM Banner tab following online instructions.

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At the end of the online registration, you will receive a confirmation in the form of a Temporary Permit, which will be valid for five (5) days.

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Print this form and place it in the inside, passenger-side windshield until you receive your regular permit.

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RESIDENT STUDENTS: Within two (2) business days, the permit will be delivered to your UM mailbox located on the bottom floor of Farmer Hall.

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COMMUTER STUDENTS: The address that you list in the online registration is where your decal will be mailed. Please confirm your address before submitting the form. Please allow five (5) business days for your form to be delivered. As previously mentioned, the Temporary Permit will be valid for five (5) days.

The following information is required for registration: 1. Name and address (campus and home) 2. Vehicle description and license plate number 3. UMID number (M#) Refusing to give the correct information on vehicle registration form will result in parking permit not being issued and may result in disciplinary action.

Disabled Parking Permit Registration Faculty, staff, and students who have state disabled parking placards or license plates must have University-issued disabled parking permits to park in blue zone parking spaces. In order to be issued a blue disabled parking permit, a receipt or registration for your state placard/ license plate must be presented to Disability Support Services located in Main Hall. If you have already purchased a regular parking permit, it should be turned in to Disability Support Services with your previously mentioned documentation to receive your new parking permit.

Temporary Parking Permits Temporary permits are for short-term use in the event that your University-registered vehicle is being repaired or if your parking permit is temporarily misplaced or forgotten. These may 21

be obtained at the UM Police dispatch office, located in the Physical Plant, 24-7. Guests must also register their vehicles through the UM Police dispatch office to receive a temporary permit. Permit color or color blocks on the permit designate the proper parking area(s) for the registered vehicle.

Other Responsibilities of Registrants The person to whom the parking permit is registered will be responsible for any violations pertaining to that parking permit, regardless of who is operating or owns the vehicle.

Replacement of lost, stolen, or destroyed parking permits will be at the expense of the registrant for $25.00.

Student Permit Placement Upon registration, commuter and resident student drivers will be issued a decal (sticker) parking permit. These parking permits are to be affixed to the inside front windshield on the lower passenger side. Decal permits should not be taped but properly attached to the windshield in full view from the front of your vehicle. Failure to comply may result in parking privileges being revoked.

Faculty, Staff, and Drivers with Disabilities Permit Placement Upon registration faculty, staff, and drivers with disabilities will be issued the appropriately zoned hangtag parking permit. To be properly displayed, the permit must be hung from the rearview mirror with the decal number facing the windshield and unobstructed by any other objects.

Parking Areas Responsibility for finding an authorized parking space rests with the operator of each vehicle.

The lack of parking spaces in a certain area or inclement weather are not valid excuses for violating university parking regulations. By matching the color of the permit with the color of the parking space, surface striping, or signs in the parking areas, drivers will ensure adequate parking for all. Yellow parking spaces, excluding curbs and loading docks, are valid parking spaces for any subject who has purchased a permit.

The lack of familiarity with these regulations does not constitute a valid defense for failure to comply.

Permit Color and Corresponding Parking Zones Permit Type

Parking Zone Space Color

Commuter student

RED ZONE

Residence hall student

GREEN ZONE

Faculty and staff

WHITE ZONE

Person with disabilities

BLUE ZONE

All permits/overflow YELLOW ZONE (Parking spaces only, DO NOT

park beside yellow curbs. All vehicles must have UM parking permits.)

Faculty and Staff Drivers Parking spaces have been provided adjacent to all buildings where faculty and staff carry out their duties. Faculty and staff should park only in these white zone spaces.

Drivers with Disabilities Specially marked parking spaces are located at each facility for the use of drivers with disabilities (blue zone). The University-issued blue hangtag permit is required to park in these spaces as well as any other legal parking space on campus.

Parking Citations and Fees 1.

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Violation of any provision of the University Parking and Traffic Regulations will result in the issuance of a citation.

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Citations should be paid as soon as possible. Unpaid fines could result in a hold being placed on the student’s account.

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Parking regulations apply equally to students, faculty, and staff. Parking citations issued to faculty that are unpaid after thirty days will be referred to the appropriate dean, or, in the case of staff, to the immediate supervisor.

Payment of Fines Fines should be paid immediately at the Cashier’s Office, 2nd floor, Palmer Hall, or online through Banner Self-Service. Failure to pay fines will result in holds placed on student accounts, which will cause restrictions upon registration.

Fines for Parking Violations Violation

Fine

Parking in wrong zone...................................................................................................... $25.00 Overtime parking in 20–minute zone............................................................................... $25.00 Parking without a permit.................................................................................................. $25.00 Parking in “No Parking” area or “Loading Dock” with yellow paint and/or sign............... $25.00 Parking backward/against traffic flow............................................................................... $25.00 Parking in “Reserved” spaces, spaces reserved for visitors and spaces designated by white stripes and/or signs as reserved for faculty/staff............................................................................ $25.00 Parking in spaces for drivers with disabilities or fire lanes................................................. $50.00 Parking in tow-away zones................................................................................................ $25.00 Wheel lock removal after receiving five or more tickets..................................................... $25.00 The lack of familiarity with these regulations does not constitute a valid defense for failure to comply.

Ticket Appeals Procedure Any student, staff, or faculty member receiving a citation for a parking violation has the right to appeal to the Appeals Committee. To appeal, a person must complete and submit an Appeal Form online within ten (10) school days of citation date. The appeals form can be found online through the University of Montevallo Public Safety website or by going directly to www.montevallo.edu/publicsafety/Parking/Appeal.shtm. When the Appeals Committee receives appeals, the person appealing will be notified by forUM email of the date and time to appear for a hearing. Should the fine not be paid or an appeal not be filed within ten school days of the citation date, the right to appeal will be forfeited. Questions regarding the appeal process can be referred to Student Affairs at 205-665-6020 or by emailing traffic@montevallo.edu.

Excessive Violations and Immobilization/Towing of Vehicle Students who accumulate five (5) or more parking citations in a semester will be subject to disciplinary action. A wheel-locking device (boot) may be applied to the student’s vehicle at any time during that semester after five parking citations have been issued. In order to have the boot removed, you must pay a $25 boot removal fee and pay all tickets at the Cashier’s Office, then bring the cashier’s receipt to the University Police Department. After a boot has been applied and removed in that semester, you are not allowed another parking citation. If you are ticketed again in that semester, you will appear before the University of Montevallo Justice Council and/ or your parking privileges will be revoked. Any ticket issued thereafter will result in your vehicle being towed at the owner’s/driver’s expense.

Vehicles which cannot be identified that are parked on campus without a parking permit and have been ticketed multiple times will be subject to towing and impoundment, or a wheel lock may be applied for identification purposes. Before the wheel lock is removed, the responsible person must pay the unpaid citations and purchase a parking permit.

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When a wheel–locking device is applied to a vehicle and remains on the vehicle for more than 24 hours, the vehicle can be towed and impounded at the owner’s/driver’s expense.

The University is not liable for any damage to vehicles occurring during towing, impoundment, or when immobilized through the use of a wheel lock.

A REMINDER FROM THE CHIEF OF POLICE Here are some tips to help you find convenient parking and to prevent you from receiving a parking citation: • Be sure to register your vehicle. This is for your safety and the safety of your property as well as the maintenance of the parking system.

• Match your permit color to the parking zone you select. Parking in the wrong zone is the most common violation noted, and it always inconveniences someone else. Be careful not to stay more than 20 minutes in the 20-minute zones.

• Do not block sidewalks or fire hydrants.

• Unpainted curbs and yellow curbs are “no parking” areas.

• DO NOT park in fire lanes. DO NOT park in spaces designated for people with disabilities unless authorized to do so.

• Remember, by following the regulations, pavement markings, and signs, you can park conveniently for nearly all of your needs.

• Parking improperly always inconveniences someone else and may result in the issuance of a citation, but just a moment’s thought can prevent it.

TRAFFIC REGULATIONS AND INFORMATION The lack of familiarity with these regulations does not constitute a valid defense for failure to comply.

The University Police Department has concurrent jurisdiction with the Montevallo City Police Department, and the University Police Department enforces all Alabama traffic rules and regulations on and off campus.

The University Police Department has the option of issuing an Alabama Uniform Traffic Citation (UTC). The Uniform Traffic Citation is processed through the Montevallo Municipal Court on the citation's designated date and time. Failure to pay or appear in the Montevallo Municipal Court will result in a warrant for your arrest.

The University Police Department also has the option of issuing an On-Campus Traffic Citation (OCTC) for minor traffic offenses. The On-Campus Citation is applicable to persons on University property. The On-Campus Traffic Citation can be paid the same as all other fines. To appeal, a person must submit an appeal within ten (10) school days of citation date.

Should the fine not be paid or an appeal not filed within the ten school days, the right to appeal will be forfeited, and a hold could be placed on your account.

Campus speed limit is 20 m.p.h.

Fines for Traffic Violations Violation Fine *Speeding........................................................................................................................ $50.00 Wrong way on a one-way street....................................................................................... $50.00 **Failure to yield right-of-way......................................................................................... $50.00 Improper stop at a stop sign............................................................................................ $50.00 Improper turn................................................................................................................. $50.00 Seatbelt violation............................................................................................................. $10.00 ***Noise violation........................................................................................................... $50.00 24

* The speed limit on campus is 20 miles per hour. All state and local traffic laws are applicable on campus. ** Pedestrians in crosswalks have the right-of-way. *** A driver commits a noise violation when a stereo/audible device can be heard from a distance greater than 30 feet.

Disabled Vehicles Disabled vehicles are the responsibility of the driver and should be removed within 24 hours.

Disabled vehicles that constitute a traffic hazard will be removed at the owner’s expense. Parking citations accrued by a disabled vehicle that is parked illegally must be paid.

Accidents When a traffic accident occurs on University property, the accident should be reported to the University Police Department. Vehicle(s) should not be moved until the investigating officer instructs the driver(s) to do so.

A copy of the accident report can be furnished to all parties for a $5 charge. The copy may be obtained at the University Police Department Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Accident reports are available for pick-up after the third business day.

Alabama State Law requires that all vehicles operated on the University of Montevallo property be insured with at least liability coverage.

DEFINITIONS Motor vehicle – Every vehicle that is self-propelled Student – Any person registered at the University of Montevallo for at least one credit hour Faculty and staff – Any employee of the University of Montevallo as defined by the Human Resources Office. Part-time employees who are also students, graduate assistants, and other student workers DO NOT qualify for faculty and staff white zone parking privileges.

University property – All property owned by the University of Montevallo. Anyone who parks a vehicle on University property must have a parking permit properly displayed, even if they park in areas where there are unpainted curbs.

No parking permit displayed – Vehicles that are parked on campus that do not properly display a parking permit for the current school year Improper parking – The following violations are enforced 24 hours each day, and parking is not allowed at any time, for any reason. Unregistered vehicles found in violation of the parking infractions (parking on sidewalk; parking on grass; parking on a crosswalk; double parking; blocking handicap access ramps, yellow curbs, loading zones, dumpsters, mail center, and telephone services spaces) are subject to being wheel-locked or towed at the owner's expense.

Blocking or obstructing traffic – Vehicle is parked in a manner that creates a traffic hazard.

Parking in handicap zone – A vehicle without a blue hangtag is parked in a blue-painted space that is designated as reserved for disabled persons.

Overtime parking – A vehicle has been parked in a parking space longer than the posted sign designates.

Improper permit display – A citation for improper permit display will be issued if the parking permit is displayed anywhere other than where instructed, depending on type of permit.

Exceptions are made for temporary parking passes only.

Wheel lock (boot immobilizer) – A boot immobilizer is a device that is applied to vehicles that are found in violation of University parking rules and regulations. The boot immobilizer will be removed once the owner of the vehicle brings the proper receipt to the University Police Department. Unauthorized removal of the boot immobilizer will result in criminal prosecution!

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Red zone – Red parking spaces; Commuter students are only authorized to park in the red zones if they have applied for and have been issued a red parking permit for the current school year.

Green zone – Green parking spaces; Resident students are only authorized to park in the green zones if they have applied for and have been issued a green parking permit for the current school year.

White zone – White parking spaces; Faculty and staff are authorized to park in the white zones if they have applied for and have been issued a white hangtag parking permit for the current school year.

Blue zone – Blue parking spaces; These spaces are reserved for persons with disabilities who have applied for and have been issued a University of Montevallo disabilities parking permit.

(Infractions are enforced on a 24-hour basis.)

Yellow zone – Yellow parking spaces (not to be confused with yellow curb); This area is considered overflow parking, and all color decals are free to park without receiving a citation.

Yellow curb – Yellow-painted street curb; Parking on a yellow curb is not allowed at any time.

(Infractions are enforced on a 24-hour basis.)

To insure the safety of drivers, pedestrians, and property, as well as to provide adequate parking facilities for all those who drive on campus, a program of traffic and parking regulations has been developed for the University of Montevallo campus.

THIS PARKING PLAN IS DESIGNED FOR THE CONVENIENCE AND SAFETY OF ALL. IT CAN BE SUCCESSFUL ONLY IF ALL PERSONS – FACULTY, STAFF, STUDENTS, AND VISITORS – ABIDE BY THE REGULATIONS.

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Academic Standards

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Academic Standards • Curriculum • Advisement and Attendance • Withdrawal from the University • Academic Support • Grades

• Academic Warning and Suspension • Academic Records • Judicial Proceedings • Student Grievance Against Faculty

CURRICULUM GENERAL EDUCATION PROGRAM The core curriculum is the most complete embodiment of the University’s mission as Alabama’s publicly-funded liberal arts university. In this curriculum, the University continually bears in mind the special meaning of freedom embodied in the term “liberal arts:” the arts that free or enable students to explore the perennial questions that confront every thoughtful human being – questions about nature, human nature and society, and metaphysics. The University provides opportunities to explore these questions through liberal studies in the sciences, literature, fine arts, history, behavioral and social sciences, and philosophy. The University is committed to liberal inquiry, not only in its core curriculum, but also in its professional and pre-professional programs. In all of these, the University aims to graduate students who can bring to their vocations, their private lives, and their civic participation, the habits of lifelong learning and energetic, informed reflection.

Specific general graduation requirements are outlined in the Bulletin.

MAJORS AND MINORS The major and minor fields of study should be chosen by the end of the sophomore year.

Requirements for specific majors and minors are listed under the appropriate department headings in the Bulletin. Courses for the major and minor must be selected in consultation with the academic advisor. A minor is optional except where required for a specific major.

To change a major, students may obtain a change-of-major form in any department office or from the Registrar’s Office. The form must be taken to the new department for approval and for assignment of an academic advisor and then to the Registrar’s Office where the change will be recorded.

ADVISEMENT AND ATTENDANCE ACADEMIC ADVISING Assignment of Academic Advisors Academic advisors are assigned by the major department. If a student changes majors, a new advisor is assigned by the new major department. The change takes place at the time that the change of major is approved. A student may change advisors within a department by consulting the chair of the department.

Degree Evaluations Degree evaluations indicating the equivalency of transfer courses are issued to new transfer students at orientation. Updated degree evaluations for all currently enrolled students are available by accessing the Curriculum, Advising, and Program Planning tool (CAPP) through forUM at any time. Any questions concerning degree evaluations should be directed to the student’s academic advisor or the Registrar’s Office or emailed to the Assistant Registrar at CAPP@montevallo.edu.

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Responsibility of the Student The academic advising process is crucial to the success of a student’s University career. In planning a program of study, students should coordinate their personal goals with their academic and professional goals and should discuss long-range goals and career opportunities available in a particular major with their advisors. Students must obtain approval from their advisor in order to register or preregister for courses. A student should meet with the advisor during the preregistration advising period and should consult the advisor prior to any change in class schedule, prior to a change in major or minor, immediately following any report of unsatisfactory progress, and when considering withdrawal from the University. Students are responsible for being familiar with and meeting the academic requirements of the University as outlined in the Bulletin and on the University’s website and should regularly review their degree audit via CAPP (see forUM), grade reports, and transfer evaluation. The University reserves the right to modify degree requirements, programs of study, and curriculum as it deems necessary or appropriate.

REGISTRATION Registration procedures are published on the Registrar’s Office website each semester prior to the academic advising and registration period. The schedule of classes is available on forUM under the student tab and on the Registrar’s Office website at www.montevallo.edu/registrar.

Each semester, students may preregister for the subsequent semester. The class schedule of students who do not submit payment by the prepayment deadline may be dropped.

Accounts of currently enrolled students must be paid in full or be current with their payment plan prior to the pre-registration/registration periods. Students with a current balance of any amount will have a hold placed on their accounts and registration changes will be delayed until full payment is received by the University.

DROP/ADD PROCEDURES Students may drop courses during a limited period at the beginning of each term as indicated on the University Calendar through their forUM account under the Student tab Add/ Drop Classes. A student who is considering either dropping or adding a course should first discuss the proposed change with his or her academic advisor. A student may not drop his or her final course without first submitting a withdrawal form to the Registrar’s Office or to registrar@montevallo.edu. Students should be aware that changes to their course schedule may have implications for their financial aid.

CLASS ATTENDANCE The University of Montevallo expects students to attend all classes for which they are enrolled.

Instructors may establish specific attendance regulations governing their classes and will provide them to their students in the course syllabus at the beginning of each semester. (UM Policy 02:300 Student Class Absences).

Regulations governing absence policies: A. All policy statements must be on file in the office of the dean and must be approved by the appropriate dean.

B. All policies must allow excused absences for these reasons: • Travel considered part of the instructional program of the University and requiring absence from class • Participation in activities directly sponsored by and in the interest of the University • Extraordinary circumstances, such as pressing legal obligations, authorized by the college dean.

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C. All policies must allow for a reasonable number of absences for these reasons: • Illness • Death or serious illness in the immediate family.

Instructors determine the validity of excuses and are responsible for consistent enforcement of their policies. Students may appeal decisions via established procedures for grievances concerning academic matters.

WITHDRAWAL FROM THE UNIVERSITY Students intending to withdraw during a term can either visit the Registrar’s Office to complete a withdrawal form or submit an email from their official forUM email account to registrar@montevallo.edu. Students may not withdraw from their final course without contacting the Registrar’s Office.

Students receiving financial aid should consult the Office of Student Financial Services to determine the effect the withdrawal may have on their aid. Resident students should notify the Office of Housing and Residence Life of their intent to withdraw. Residents who withdraw from the University must check out of their room within 24 hours of withdrawal. Completing these procedures results in official withdrawal from the term or the University, and a grade of “W” is recorded for each course. Students may not withdraw after the final withdrawal date which is published in the University Calendar in the Bulletin. Those who do not adhere to the withdrawal procedure receive those grades as posted to the academic record at the conclusion of that semester or term.

MILITARY LEAVE/WITHDRAWAL The University of Montevallo is committed to supporting service men and women of the United States and the State of Alabama. Military students may apply for a late start or a Military Leave of Absence (MLOA) from the University if they are called to duty and must withdraw from the semester, leave prior to the end of the term, attend training during the semester, or miss the beginning of the semester due to military orders. Details are available from the Coordinator of Veteran Affairs.

WITHDRAWAL FOR EXTENUATING CIRCUMSTANCES In the case of prolonged illness, debilitating accident, family emergency, or comparably serious personal situations that occur after the drop/add period at the beginning of an academic term and that are beyond a student’s control, the student may request a withdrawal for extenuating circumstances. A student seeking a withdrawal for extenuating circumstances must withdraw from all courses for that term; a partial withdrawal for extenuating circumstances will typically not be approved. If a withdrawal for extenuating circumstances is granted, the student will receive a “W” for any course in which he/she is enrolled with a special notation on the transcript denoting extenuating circumstances.

Process The student must complete the withdrawal form indicating last date of class attendance and submit the form along with an explanation of how the situation prevents completion of the term and documentation of the circumstances (medical documentation for student or immediate family member for whom the student is responsible, death certificate of family member, etc.). All required paperwork should be submitted to the Registrar’s Office in Palmer Hall as soon as possible but no later than 30 days following the end of the term for which the student is seeking a withdrawal for extenuating circumstances.

Academic and Financial Considerations If a student receives a withdrawal for extenuating circumstances, a grade of “W” will be assigned for each course in which the student is enrolled.

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Financial considerations and academic standing should be taken into account prior to requesting a withdrawal for extenuating circumstances.

Financial aid recipients who withdraw from all courses before 60% of the term is completed may be required to return a portion of any financial aid received for that term. The Office of Student Financial Services will make any necessary adjustment to financial aid based on the last date of attendance as determined by the Registrar’s Office in consultation with the student’s instructors. The University of Montevallo reports student enrollment status each month to the National Student Clearinghouse so lenders of educational loans are aware of changes to students’ enrollment status.

Withdrawal from college may also affect a student’s eligibility for health insurance coverage under a parent’s policy.

Students should also be aware that they must demonstrate Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) in order to avoid academic suspension and to continue to be eligible to receive financial aid. Low grades or excessive withdrawals may affect a student’s continued enrollment at UM or the student’s ability to receive financial aid in the future. See Satisfactory Academic Progress at www.montevallo.edu/finaid.Basic_Information. shtm#SATISFACTORY_ACADEMIC_PROGRESS. Refunds Prior to the beginning of an academic term and through the first two days of the fall and spring semesters, a student who never attended classes may withdraw without reason and receive a 100% tuition refund minus the tuition deposit. On the third day through the second week of the fall and spring semesters, a student who is approved for a withdrawal for extenuating circumstances will receive a 90% tuition refund minus required fees (student activity fee, green fee, facilities fee, and administrative services fee). From the end of the second week through the end of the fourth week of the semester, a student who is approved for a withdrawal for extenuating circumstances will receive a 75% refund minus required fees. After the end of the fourth week of the semester, established policies for refunds will apply, regardless of the reason for the withdrawal. A prorated schedule of dates for refunds applies to summer and other compressed academic terms.

If a student has received a financial aid disbursement and subsequently withdraws from classes and requests a refund, the student may have to repay the University for financial aid that has already been disbursed.

ACADEMIC SUPPORT A student who is having trouble in a course should first meet with the professor, who is the best resource for assistance, and also talk to the academic advisor. If there is a problem in more than one course or if a problem persists, it may be helpful to talk with the department chair or dean.

Tutoring is available at no charge to students needing help with their coursework. The Learning Enrichment Center, located in the library, provides tutoring and academic assistance for many academic subjects.

GRADES UM’s grading system is explained in detail in the Bulletin.

STUDENT INSPECTION OF TESTS AND EXAMS It is the University’s policy that any student has the right to reasonably inspect any graded paper in any course in which he or she has been or is currently enrolled. Within the context of this policy, the following definitions apply: 1.

“Paper" shall mean any examination, test, term paper, research paper, review, analysis, or other written matter which, in any way, counts in the instructor’s computation for a grade of a student in a course.

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“Graded paper” shall mean any paper that has been evaluated by the instructor, on which errors have been noted, together with the numerical or letter evaluation or grade.

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“Reasonably inspect” shall mean the right to review, although not necessarily permanently possess, a graded paper. This review shall be at a time that is reasonable to both student and instructor, whether the review be in a class or by appointment. Such inspection may be made at any time within a year following completion of a course.

FINAL GRADE APPEALS The University of Montevallo respects the right and professional responsibility of faculty members to assign grades based on their professional judgment of student performance.

In the event that a student believes that the final grade assigned in a course is unfair or incorrect, the student should take the following steps: 1. The student must first confer with the faculty member involved to review his or her academic work and its assessment and attempt to resolve issues informally.

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If the student is not satisfied and wishes to continue the appeal, he or she will request a final grade appeal form from the appropriate department chair. This form must be completed and submitted to the department chair within 30 calendar days of the posting of final grades along with an attached written statement of the rationale/basis for the appeal and any supporting materials such as graded work and course syllabus. The written appeal must state clearly the reason(s) for the appeal of the grade and the desired remedy.

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The department chair will review the documents submitted by the student and will discuss the case with the faculty member who will be given a copy of the written appeal. Within five (5) class days of receiving the student’s appeal, the chair will contact the student to schedule an appointment. The chair’s decision will be rendered at the conclusion of the conference with the student or within five (5) class days after the meeting. If the department chair supports the student’s appeal, the instructor will be asked to reassess the student’s grade.

4. If the department chair does not support the student’s appeal or the department chair does support the student’s appeal and the instructor refuses to change the student’s grade, the student may appeal to the college dean. At the student’s request, the department chair will send all materials to the college dean, who, after discussion with the chair and the faculty member, will schedule an appointment with the student. The dean may or may not request that the chair and faculty member attend the conference. The dean will render a decision at the conclusion of the conference or within five (5) class days after the meeting. If the dean supports the student’s appeal, the instructor will be asked to reassess the student’s grade. The decision to change the grade will remain with the instructor unless the dean has clear, convincing, and objective evidence that the grade has not been calculated according to criteria communicated to students by the instructor. *Class Day: A class day is any weekday in which the University is in session during the regular academic year (i.e., fall and spring semesters).

Every effort will be made to address complaints in a timely manner. However, students should be aware that action complaints filed after Spring Commencement may be delayed if the faculty member involved is not available during the summer to respond to the complaint.

All appeals should be resolved by the end of the term in which they are filed.

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degree. Earning the following minimum cumulative UM GPAs is considered meeting minimum academic progress: 0-29 earned hours*, 1.5 GPA (UM) 30-59 earned hours*, 1.7 GPA (UM) 60-89 earned hours*, 1.9 GPA (UM) 90+ earned hours*, 2.0 GPA (UM) *includes transfer hours ACADEMIC WARNING At the end of each semester, a student will be placed on academic warning when his or her cumulative UM GPA is below 2.0 but above the appropriate minimum academic progress standard as defined above. A student may be removed from academic warning only by attaining a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA. Academic warning will be noted on the student’s academic transcript. Academic warning does not restrict registration for a subsequent term.

FRESHMAN ACADEMIC WARNING At the end of each semester, a freshman will be placed on freshman academic warning when his or her cumulative UM GPA is below 1.50. Freshman academic warning will be noted on the student’s academic transcript. Freshman academic warning does not restrict registration for a subsequent term. Students placed on freshman academic warning are urged to schedule an appointment with their advisor to review academic progress prior to the first day of classes in the subsequent term.

ACADEMIC SUSPENSION Suspension means a student may not attend the University during the period of his or her suspension. Students should be aware that once they are placed on suspension from the University, they are no longer making satisfactory academic progress as required for continued receipt of financial aid. Students petitioning for reinstatement to the University under the procedure outlined below must apply separately to the Office of Student Financial Aid in order to regain financial aid.

Academic suspension typically results from a student’s failure to demonstrate satisfactory academic progress; however, it is also possible for a student to be suspended as a result of academic dishonesty (see policy on academic dishonesty).

First-year freshmen may be placed on academic warning but are not subject to suspension for failure to meet minimum standards for academic progress until the end of their second regular semester at UM. Freshmen may, however, be suspended during their first year as a result of academic dishonesty. All other students are subject to suspension at the end of any regular semester when they fail to meet minimum standards for academic progress or may be suspended as a result of academic dishonesty.

First Suspension A student who does not maintain minimum academic progress, as defined above, will be suspended from study for one regular academic semester, and the suspension will be noted on the student’s official transcript. The student may attend summer school at UM in an attempt to improve his or her GPA. If summer enrollment results in the student meeting minimum academic progress standards, the student will be reinstated for the fall semester.

A student may also petition the department chair for his/her major to have the suspension lifted prior to serving it. For a student who has not declared a major or who has more than one major, the Provost will determine the appropriate party to consider reinstatement.

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If the student is not reinstated through the reinstatement review process and does not meet standards for minimum academic progress through courses completed during summer school at UM, the suspension will go into effect, and the student will not be permitted to enroll in the next regular semester.

A student may not transfer to the University any credits earned at another college or university while on suspension. Following the one semester suspension, the student will be reinstated under academic warning (see above) and will be required to earn a semester GPA of 2.0 or higher on 12–13 semester hours (unless the dean approves a reduced number of hours) in order to continue enrollment.

Second Suspension A student who returns from his or her first academic suspension and does not earn a semester GPA of 2.0 or higher on the required number of semester hours or who in a future semester fails to meet minimum standards for academic progress will be suspended for two semesters.

The student will be allowed to enroll in summer school. If summer enrollment results in the student meeting minimum academic progress standards, the student will be reinstated for the fall semester.

A student may also petition the Reinstatement Committee in his or her college for reinstatement.

For a student who has not declared a major or who has more than one major, the Provost will identify the Reinstatement Committee. If the student is not reinstated through the readmission review process and does not meet standards for minimum academic progress through courses completed during summer school at UM, the second suspension will go into effect, and the student will not be permitted to enroll for the next two regular semesters.

Indefinite Suspension A student who returns from his or her second academic suspension and does not earn a semester GPA of 2.0 or higher on the required number of semester hours or who in a future semester fails to meet minimum standards for academic progress will be suspended indefinitely and may not enroll in any term (including summer school). An appeal will not be considered by the College Reinstatement Committee until the student has been out of school for a minimum of two regular semesters.

REINSTATEMENT PETITION PROCESS First Suspension – Appeal to Department Chair The student must make an appointment to meet with the appropriate department chair to present his/her case for reinstatement no later than three weekdays prior to the beginning of a regular semester. If the department chair denies the request, the student may appeal to the dean. The decision of the dean is final and will be communicated to the Registrar, the Office of Financial Aid, Housing, and other administrative offices as appropriate.

Second Suspension – Appeal to College Reinstatement Committee The procedure for applying for reinstatement is as follows: 1.

The student must complete a reinstatement petition, available from the Registrar’s Office, and submit it to the Reinstatement Committee of the college from which he or she was suspended no later than four weekdays prior to the beginning of a regular semester.

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The Reinstatement Committee (see description below) will review the student’s petition and may require a meeting with the student. The committee may approve the petition, may approve the petition with stipulations, or may disapprove the petition. Stipulations may include limiting the number of courses the student may take or specifying the GPA the student must earn in the next semester.

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writing to the college dean. The decision of the dean will be final. The student may not appeal a positive decision.

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The final decision of the Reinstatement Committee or dean will be communicated to the Registrar, the Office of Student Financial Aid, Housing, and other administrative offices as appropriate.

Reinstatement Committee Each college will appoint a Reinstatement Committee that will be charged with reviewing petitions submitted by students pursuing majors offered by the college for academic reinstatement following a second or indefinite suspension. The Reinstatement Committee will have three members (usually department chairs).

ACADEMIC RECORDS ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPT Final grades for each term are reported to students through forUM. The handling of transcripts and the retention and disposal of student records are in accordance with the guidelines of AACRAO (The American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers) and the requirements of the Alabama University General Records Schedules.

Students who have fulfilled their financial obligations to the University may obtain official transcripts of their records from the Registrar’s Office. Students may obtain unofficial transcripts from the Registrar’s Office or from their Banner Self-Service page. There is no charge for transcripts for currently enrolled students.

CONFIDENTIALITY OF STUDENT RECORDS The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. They are as follows: 1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the University receives a request for access • Students should submit to the Registrar written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. The Registrar will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.

2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the student believes are inaccurate or misleading • Students may ask the University to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the University official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading.

• If the University decides not to amend the records requested by the student, the University will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request for the amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing.

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The right to privacy of personally identifiable information contained in the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent

One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the University in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff ); a person or company with whom the University is contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board

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of Trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks.

A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an educational record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.

The University may release without consent the following directory information: name, address, email address, telephone numbers, major fields of study, date of birth, participation in officially recognized activities or sports, weight and height of student-athletes, most recent educational institution attended, number of current hours in which the student is enrolled, student enrollment status (full- or part-time), degrees and graduation dates, anticipated degrees and graduation dates, classification (freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, etc.), awards and honors, dates of attendance, and class schedule (this latter only to the police chief or his designee). Students wishing to withhold directory information must fill out a “Request to Prevent Disclosure of Directory Information” form which may be obtained in the Registrar’s Office.

Students have the right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the University of Montevallo to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 600 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20202-4605 Any complaint or questions should be addressed to the Registrar, Registrar’s Office, Palmer Hall (205-665-6040). There is also a complete copy of the University’s FERPA policy on file in the Registrar’s Office and online at www.montevallo.edu/registar.

JUDICIAL PROCEDURES Academic Dishonesty A student at the University of Montevallo upholds the honor of the University by refraining from every form of dishonesty in college life and by doing all that is possible to create a spirit of honesty and honor on the campus.

Academic dishonesty is defined as cheating or plagiarism. Cheating is the giving or receiving of aid, whether written, oral, or otherwise, in order for a student to receive undeserved credit on work that is his or her responsibility. Plagiarism occurs when a student uses the words or the ideas of another without acknowledging that they belong to someone else.

Briefly, there are five ways in which a student can commit plagiarism: • Using the exact words of another person’s work/writing without acknowledgement of the source through the use of quotation marks and correct citation/documentation; • Rephrasing a passage by another writer without giving proper credit; • Using someone else’s facts or ideas without acknowledgement; • Using a piece of writing for one course that was already used in a previous course (or in courses in which one is simultaneously enrolled) without express permission from both instructors to do so; and • Presenting fabricated or falsified citations or materials.

Helpful Resources There are many resources available at the University of Montevallo to help students understand how to avoid plagiarism. The Harbert Writing Center, the library, and instructors are just a few of these resources. It is the student's responsibility to ask questions and get assistance with the correct methods of citation and documentation of researched materials so that he or she will not be committing plagiarism.

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Academic Dishonesty Policy Students may not give or receive unauthorized aid in completing academic work and meeting academic requirements. Only the faculty member teaching the course can authorize assistance, use of resources, etc. If a student is uncertain about whether conduct would constitute academic dishonesty, it is the responsibility of the student to seek clarification from the faculty member prior to engaging in such conduct.

Penalties for cheating or plagiarism are determined based on the seriousness of the offense and on whether the student has a record of other instances of academic dishonesty. If the academic dishonesty pertains to an assignment in a course, the faculty member teaching the course in which the violation occurred may assign a zero on the assignment or a grade of F in the course. If the violation pertains to a non-course degree requirement (e.g., standardized examination), the student may fail to receive credit for the degree requirement for which the violation occurred. The consequences for the violation of a non-course degree requirement may be imposed by the appropriate department chair or college dean. In addition to these consequences, the faculty member or academic administrator has the right to refer the violation to the Justice Council for possible further sanctions.

The process for resolving charges of academic dishonesty is described below.

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The instructor responsible for the course at the time of the incident will complete an Academic Dishonesty Incident Form, inform the student of the charge, and provide the student with a copy of the Incident Form as soon as possible but within 5 class days* of the assignment of the grade. The instructor will determine the appropriate grade penalty (a reduced grade on the assignment or for the course). The instructor may further recommend that the Justice Council consider the case for additional sanctions against the student.

II. If the student accepts the grade penalty assigned by the faculty member, the process outlined below is followed: A. Copies of the incident report are forwarded to the chair of the department in which the incident occurred, to the dean of the college, to the Dean of Students, and to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.

B. The Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs will serve as the central recording center for all Academic Dishonesty Incident Forms. Additionally, the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs will recommend that the Justice Council consider the case (1) upon instructor recommendation or (2) if the student charged has a record of past violations of academic honesty even though the instructor did not recommend the case for further consideration.

C. If the case is not turned over to the Justice Council, the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs will notify in writing the student, the instructor, the department chair, the dean of the college, the Dean of Students, and the student's academic advisor that the case is closed.

D. If the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs forwards the case to the Justice Council for further consideration under established procedures for disciplinary hearings, the Justice Council may recommend: 1. suspension for a definite or an indefinite period of time (see UM Academic Suspension Policy); 2. expulsion; 3. additional sanctions as warranted, such as withdrawal of scholarship support; 4. appropriate notations on the student's permanent record.

The Justice Council will forward its recommendation to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. Upon approval of the Justice Council recommendation, the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs will implement disciplinary action and notify the student, the instructor, the department chair, the college dean, the Dean of Students, the student's advisor, the dean of the college in which the student is enrolled, and other affected parties (Registrar’s Office, etc.). If the student who has admitted guilt wishes to appeal the additional sanctions 37

recommended by the Justice Council, he/she may submit a formal written appeal to the Provost whose decision will be final.

III. If the student wishes to appeal the grade penalty proposed by the faculty member, the student may request that the case be reviewed by the Justice Council, and the process outlined below will be followed: A. The Academic Dishonesty Incident Form is forwarded to the chair of the department in which the incident occurred.

B. The Justice Council will make a determination of the validity of the charge.

1. If the Justice Council fails to find sufficient justification for the charges, it will so inform the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs will then inform the student, the instructor, the department chair, and the dean. The instructor will be asked to reassess the assigned grade and will be notified that he or she may be in an untenable legal position if he or she elects not to do so. The faculty member’s reassessment of the academic penalty may or may not result in a different grade depending on the quality of the student’s performance on the assignment(s).

2. If the Justice Council finds that the charges are justified, the Justice Council will notify the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs who will in turn notify the student, the student's advisor, the instructor, the department chair, the deans of the college in which the incident occurred and the college in which the student is enrolled, the Dean of Students, and other appropriate parties (Registrar, Housing, etc.) of the outcome of the appeal.

In the case of a student appeal of a faculty-imposed penalty, the Justice Council may not impose a penalty stronger than the initial one. *Class days: A class day is any weekday in which the University is in session during the regular academic year (i.e., fall and spring semesters).

Every effort will be made to address complaints in a timely manner. However, students should be aware that action on complaints filed after Spring Commencement may be delayed if the faculty member involved is not available during the summer to respond to the complaint.

STUDENT GRIEVANCE AGAINST A FACULTY MEMBER The purpose of the Student Grievance Procedure is to provide a standardized, formal process for seeking a resolution when, in the student’s judgment, he/she has been treated unfairly or improperly. Students seeking redress of grievances may do so without fear of reprisal.

All written communications with the student in the grievance procedure must be delivered either in person, with a signed and dated acknowledgement of receipt, or by certified mail.

Unfair or improper treatment of a student by a faculty/staff member is defined as: •

an instructor’s failure to abide by stated University policies or state law or an instructor’s failure to abide by written or stated course requirements;

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an instructor’s prejudiced or capricious evaluation practices which result in grades being assigned based on factors other than the student’s performance on course work. The procedures in this policy do not extend to matters of grading student work where the substance of a complaint is based on the student’s disagreement with the grade assigned to the student’s work in partial or complete fulfillment of the course. Such matters may be discussed by the student and the faculty member; however, the final decision regarding the grade assignment rests with the faculty member.

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discrimination against students by faculty in academic or nonacademic matters for reasons of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, or veteran status.

Improper personal or professional behavior by a faculty member excluding charges of sexual misconduct, which are addressed by the Sexual Harassment Policy.

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In addition to sexual harassment, the following issues cannot be addressed using this grievance procedure: Student Code of Conduct violation decisions, housing appeals decisions, residency classification decisions, traffic appeals decisions, disability grievance, or any other type of decision where a clearly defined complaint review process exists.

Grievance Procedures All student grievances must follow the steps outlined below and meet all time requirements.

If at any point during the grievance process, someone fails to act within the requisite number of days, the principal parties in the grievance may appeal to the next step. Changes in the time requirements may be made if both parties involved in the grievance agree. At any time during the grievance process, the student may request the assistance of a Judicial Procedures Advisor* to assist with the process. The Judicial Procedures Advisor will be assigned by the Office of the Provost.

Step 1. If a student believes that he or she has been treated unfairly or improperly by a faculty member, the student must schedule a meeting with the faculty member to discuss the matter within five (5) class days** of the incident/situation in question. The faculty member must agree to meet with the student within three (3) class days of the request.

The student must explain his or her position to the faculty member and attempt to understand the justification for the faculty member’s actions. The purpose of this meeting is to attempt to reach an understanding and to resolve all differences in an informal, cooperative manner.

Step 2. If the student is not satisfied with the outcome of this informal meeting, the student must submit a written request for a formal meeting with the faculty member’s immediate supervisor (usually the department chair) to discuss the student’s complaint. The written request must be submitted within thre e (3) class days of the student’s meeting with the faculty member and should include the name of the faculty member whom the student is submitting a complaint against, a brief explanation of the complaint and the action taken thus far (in Step 1). If the subject of the complaint is a faculty member in the College of Business, or if the subject of the complaint is a department chair, the student will follow Step 3.

The supervisor must meet with the student, interview the faculty member against whom the complaint is being made, and deliver a written response to both parties within three (3) class days of receipt of the student’s request.

Step 3. If the student is not satisfied with the department chair’s decision, the student must submit a written request for a formal meeting with the dean of the college to discuss the student’s complaint. The written request must be submitted within three (3) class days of the written notification to the student of the department chair’s decision and should include the name of the faculty member whom the student is submitting a complaint against, a brief explanation of the complaint and the action taken thus far (in Step 1 and, if relevant, Step 2).

The dean must meet with the student and review the decisions made by the faculty member and the department chair and deliver a written decision to all parties within three (3) class days of receipt of the student’s request. The decision must include notice of the student’s right to file a formal written grievance with the Provost.

Step 4. If the student is not satisfied with the dean’s decision, the student must notify the Office of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs. The student will be assigned a Judicial Procedures Advisor (if one has not previously been assigned) who will meet with the student within three (3) class days. The student has three (3) class days from the meeting with the Judicial Procedures Advisor in which to file a written grievance either by certified mail or hand delivered to the Provost. The written grievance should specifically state the grounds for the grievance and provide a detailed summary of the charges and dates/times of pertinent events, including the actions the student has taken thus far to resolve the complaint.

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Step 5. Within five (5) class days of the receipt of the student’s written grievance, the Provost will schedule a grievance hearing that must include all parties directly involved with the grievance. The hearing will be recorded. All hearings are closed unless the student or the faculty member against whom the complaint is made requests in writing to the Provost that the meeting be open. The Provost will rule on the request for an open meeting. The Provost must render a decision regarding the grievance and notify the parties involved within three (3) class days of the hearing. The decision of the Provost is considered final. *Judicial Procedures Advisor: The Judicial Procedures Advisor is a faculty member who is familiar with the student grievance process and is in a position to serve as an impartial advisor for a student who wishes to file a grievance. The advisor is an ex-officio participant in the student grievance process. The advisor is not an advocate who sides with either principal party involved in the grievance but rather someone who acts as a guide for the student in following procedures and in the unbiased collection of evidence to be used at a hearing, if necessary. **Class days: A class day is any weekday in which the University is in session during the regular academic year (i.e., fall and spring semesters).

Every effort will be made to address complaints in a timely manner. However, students should be aware that action complaints filed after Spring Commencement may be delayed if the faculty member involved is not available during the summer to respond to the complaint.

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

Mary Lee Garrett Brown Alumni Center Reynolds Hall, First Floor Phone: 205-665-6215 Website: www.montevallo.edu/alumni

The University of Montevallo National Alumni Association, organized in 1902, is the primary contact for Montevallo alumni with their alma mater. The Association’s mission is to “enhance the linkage between the alumni and the University, encourage members’ active participation in the Association and their commitment to the mission of the institution, build financial support for the Association and the University, and promote the University of Montevallo as a vital part of Alabama’s future.”

The Office of Alumni Affairs sponsors commencement receptions for degree candidates, Alumni Honors Scholarships, Olympics Day, Founders’ Day, Homecoming and other special occasion events, in addition to organizing alumni clubs in Alabama and across the United States.

Anyone who has attended the University of Montevallo is eligible for active membership in the National Association. For information about activities, contact the Office of Advancement and Alumni Affairs in Reynolds Hall at 665-6215 or visit www.montevallo.edu/alumni.

ASPIRE/ STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Main Hall, Lower Level Phone: 205-665-6250 Website: www.montevallo.edu/sss Dr. R. Denise Myers, Director Erica Tabb, Project Specialist Joshua Barronton, Coordinator of Instruction

ASPIRE/Student Support Services is a FREE federally funded TRiO program of the U.S. Department of Education designed to enhance students’ academic skills, increasing their retention and graduation rates while promoting their entry into graduate or professional school programs. ASPIRE offers counseling (academic, career, and personal), workshops and seminars on various issues, leadership opportunities, a computer lab, tutoring, and special cultural events and outings—all FREE to the participants.

In order for UM students to qualify, they must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident and meet at least one of the following criteria: 1) have a low family income as specified by federal guidelines; 2) be a first-generation college student (neither parent/guardian has a four-year degree); or 3) an individual with a documented disability. Students also must demonstrate a need for ASPIRE services. Applications can be completed and submitted online at www.montevallo.edu/sss/Instructions_For_Application.shtm. Paper applications also can be provided upon request. For more information. call the ASPIRE Program Office at 205-665-6250 or come by the office located in the lower level of Main Hall.

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ATHLETICS, Intercollegiate

McChesney Student Activity Center Phone: 205-665-6600 Website: www.montevallofalcons.com Jim Herlihy, Director Intercollegiate Athletics

Athletics are an integral part of the total University program, complementing the goals of general education. The intercollegiate athletic program makes its contribution to individual development through competitive sports activities designed to improve individual fitness, develop neuromuscular skills, foster and maintain socially positive standards of conduct, and create desirable attitudes toward physical recreation, rest, and relaxation.

The ideal of the student-athlete is taken very seriously at Montevallo, where the coaching staff places a high priority on success in the classroom as well as in the game. As a result, Montevallo athletes exceed both state and national averages for academic success.

The University is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division II. Men compete in baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, and soccer, while women compete in basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, tennis, track and field, and volleyball. Montevallo has an outstanding reputation for athletic excellence, with a long list of All-American athletes and frequent appearances in championship tournaments.

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BARNES & NOBLE

Phone: 205-665-6575 Website: www.whywaitfortextbooks.com

www.montevallo.bncollege.com

The Barnes & Noble UM Bookstore sells textbooks, course materials, emblematic clothing, supplies, gifts, and sundries. In addition, a number of new and innovative services focused on delivering savings and convenience have also been introduced to students, which include: • In-store and online textbook rentals - Students will have the option of getting rentals either online or in the bookstore. Students opting for textbook rentals will save more than 50% over the cost of a new printed book and can pay for rental fees by using cash, credit, or student financial aid.

• Rapidly expanding selection of eTextbooks - In addition to offering savings of up to 60% over new printed books, Barnes & Noble’s revolutionary and free Nook Study™ application serves up eTextbooks in an engaging format that enhances the overall learning experience.

• Generous cash-for-books program - Students with books faculty plan to reuse next semester will be eligible for a 50% cash payout, up to needed inventories.

• Price match guarantee - Find a textbook at a lower price at any local bookstore and the campus bookstore will match the price.

Shop the Barnes & Noble UM Bookstore and be assured that you are getting the right book for the right course at the right price.

BOARD OF TRUSTEES The UM Board of Trustees is the principal policy-making body for the University. The Governor appoints members of the Board for twelve-year terms. Also serving on the board is an ex officio student trustee who is elected by the Student Government Association Student Senate.

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Current Board of Trustees: Executive Committee Todd Strange – Chair Tom Walker – Vice Chair Caroline Aderholt David Wheeler Brian Hamilton Ex-officio Members The Hon. Dr. Robert Bentley, Governor of Alabama, President ex officio Dr. Tommy Bice, State Superintendent of Education, ex officio State at Large Trustee

Term Expires

City

JDanny Cooper 2020 Montgomery Beth Chapman 2023 Hoover David Wheeler 2020 Vestavia Hills Tom Walker 2017 Montevallo Congressional Districts District Trustee Term Expires City District 1

Stephen Thornton

2017

Fairhope

District 2 Todd Strange 2020 Montgomery District 3

Libby Queen

2023

District 4

Caroline Aderholt

2017

Alexander City

Haleyville

District 5 Wynelle Sewell 2020 Huntsville District 6

W. Cobb “Chip” Hazelrig

2023

Birmingham

District 7 Brian Hamilton 2023 Birmingham Student Trustee

Hannah Gentry

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CAREER DEVELOPMENT CENTER

Main Hall Central, Lower Level Phone: 205-665-6262 Website: www.montevallo.edu/career/ Angela W. Kelly, Director

The University of Montevallo Career Development Center encourages students to make use of the many services it provides. The center offers career assessments to help students uncover their personal strengths, career interests, and work values that suggest academic and career options.

Work with a career counselor to find opportunities for relevant experience through volunteer or part-time work, on-campus groups and activities, undergraduate research, or internships. They can also help with building a dynamic résumé and strong cover letter, and teach interview skills through mock interviews. The Career Development Center will help design an individualized plan that can help you reach your academic and career goals. Find your purpose. Pursue your passion. Plan your future!

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advanced training and credentials. Within ethical and legal guidelines, our services are confidential, so privacy can be assured. To schedule an appointment, call 665-6262, or visit our website for more information about our services.

CASHIER’S OFFICE

Palmer Hall, Second Floor Phone: 205-665-6065 Website: www.montevallo.edu/cashier Paula Lowery, University Cashier

The Cashier’s Office provides all contact for questions concerning student accounts. This office, located on the second floor of Palmer Hall, operates windows where students may make payments, cash checks, and receive billing information. Window operating hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Accounts of currently-enrolled students must be paid in full prior to the pre-registration/registration periods. Students’ accounts with a current unpaid balance in any amount will be placed on “hold,” and pre-registration/registration will be delayed until full payment is received.

Payments to the University of Montevallo may be made in person at the office during normal operating hours or mailed to the University of Montevallo, Station 6065, Montevallo, AL, 35115. You may pay online at www.montevallo.edu. Payment may be made by cash, check, or major credit card. Please visit our website for more information.

CHILD CARE

Child Study Center Phone: 205-665-6585 Betty Walker, Director The Child Study Center is accredited by National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and provides a developmentally appropriate program for preschoolers (ages 3 to 5). The Center serves as a model preschool program for family and consumer sciences, early childhood/elementary and other majors at the University. Hours of operation are 7:15 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, during fall and spring semesters and during May term.

Enrollment is open to all members of the Montevallo community on a first-come, first-served basis. Fee information may be obtained from the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences at 665-6385, or the Child Study Center, 665-6585.

CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS

Student Life Farmer Hall, Second Floor Phone: 205-665-6565, Fax: 205-665-6566 Website: www.montevallo.edu/stulife Jenny Bell, Director Cedric Norman, Coordinator of Student Activities and Intercultural Life Ruth Bishop, Office Manager Students at Montevallo have many opportunities for group participation and leadership experiences. There are clubs and organizations of all kinds – academic, honorary, professional, religious, and special interest. Additionally, some 18% of Montevallo students choose to affiliate with one of 14 national fraternities or sororities active on the campus.

Student organizations enrich the campus and community by providing a source of intellectual, personal, and social development through their programs and activities.

The University of Montevallo provides procedures and policies for the registration and organizational support of student groups. Information is available at www.montevallo.edu/stulife.

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Note: The University of Montevallo will not assume any legal responsibility for the social events of student organizations. It is expected that the officers and advisors of the sponsoring organization will assume responsibility for the group’s adherence to all city, state, and federal laws.

COLLEGE NIGHT College Night is the most honored and beloved tradition at UM. It has no rivals for first place in the affection of students and alumni who consider it their unique contribution to the academic world.

The origin of College Night is closely associated with UM’s transition from a secondary school to a college. The class of 1919, observing, “Now our school is becoming a college, we have begun to take up college stunts,” held the first College Night on March 3, 1919. Oral tradition has it that College Night began as a celebration of George Washington’s birthday. The program was divided into four parts, each given by a class.

Purple and Gold, as designations for the rival teams, were first used in 1921 as a part of the celebration of the school’s 25th birthday. These first performances were held in a dining room on an improvised stage. College Night remained a dining-room-situated event until February 23, 1927, when one performance was given for students in the dining room, and a second, for the public, was given the following month in Reynolds Hall. College Night performances changed to Palmer Hall upon its completion in 1930.

The program itself has changed with the passing of time. After early experiments, the evening’s activities included, from each competing side, a toast, a pep song, a slow song, a stunt, and an impersonation, interspersed with music and rallying cheers. No major changes occurred until 1950, when student leaders and faculty advisors decided that College Night needed a unifying theme. It was agreed that each side would give one original production into which all songs, drama, comedy, dance, or any other feature would be integrated into one piece.

So College Night, the highlight of each UM school year, is best explained: “If you have never lived through one,” a former leader wrote in 1931, “never cried, laughed, or sweated through one, know this. It is the crest of the wave of college spirit. It is the high spot that will stand out in your mind as meaning college when all the rest has faded.”

(Excerpted from History of Alabama College, by Dr. Lucille Griffith, Professor Emerita of History.)

CONCERT AND LECTURE SERIES Distinguished speakers, lecturers, and artists present concerts, lectures, and plays. Many of these programs are presentations of the Concert and Lecture Series. These presentations are in addition to the plays, concerts, and lectures by theatre groups, music and dance groups, and individuals within the University.

COUNSELING SERVICES

Main Hall Central, Lower Level Phone: 205- 665-6245, Fax: 205- 665-6255 Website: www.montevallo.edu/CounselingCenter/ Email: millerjd@montevallo.edu Josh Miller, Director

Whether this is your first semester on campus, you are preparing to graduate, or you are somewhere in between, college can be challenging. The Counseling Services office is here to help! The staff understands the pressures of being a college student and is available to meet with you. All services are free and confidential and are available to currently enrolled, degree-seeking students.

Counseling Center services include individual and group counseling. These services can help you as you learn to deal with relationships, live away from home, balance a variety of responsibilities, and handle everyday life, among other things. It is also involved in raising awareness on campus about mental health issues that are relevant to you as a student.

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To schedule an appointment with a counselor, stop by the lower level of Main Hall or call 665-6245.

For more information about our services, visit www.montevallo.edu/CounselingCenter.

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DANCY LECTURES Distinguished speakers present Dancy Lectures, endowed by a bequest from Miss Unity Dandridge Dancy, from the field of arts and letters. Beginning with Douglas Southhall Freeman in 1939, the series has included such notable scholar-critics as Dumas Malone, Maynard Mack, Joseph Campbell, Martin Esslin, Helen Vendler, O.B. Hardison, Horton Foote, and Stephen Greenblatt.

DEAD DAYS The provisions for Dead Days require that SGA, other student organizations and/or campus units not hold any functions during this period. Also, the faculty is not to give tests, quizzes, or assign student papers on or due on those days. Athletic contests, performances, award ceremonies, or other activities are not to be scheduled.

DISABILITY SUPPORT SERVICES

Main Hall Central, Lower Level Phone: 205-665-6250 Website: www.montevallo.edu/SSwD/ Debra McCune, Director Misty Altiparmak, Coordinator Jean Patterson, Office Manager

Disability Support Services coordinates access and services for qualified students. Students requesting accommodations should complete a DSS application, provide documentation, and meet with a staff member. Documentation guidelines can be found on the DSS web page (www. montevallo.edu/sswd). Services may include, but are not limited to, classroom and testing accommodations, alternate format texts, access to adaptive software/equipment, advising and temporary/permanent accessible parking permits. The DSS staff provides external referrals as needed, such as for testing/evaluation professionals or the Department of Rehabilitation Services. DSS also serves as a resource to faculty and staff, providing in-service and assistance in implementing student accommodations. The office is located in the lower rear level of Main Hall.

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EMERGENCY PHONES and CODE BLUE LIGHTS

University Police 205-665-6155

Located throughout the university campus, Code Blue lights and emergency phones provide a direct line of communication to University Police for individuals in need of emergency assistance. These phones are strategically positioned along pedestrian walkways and at many building entrances to provide immediate contact with the University Police dispatcher.

Campus police respond to all activated emergency phones even if no words are spoken.

Look for the blue lights throughout campus and the emergency phones at the entrance of all residence halls.

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FALCON FOODS

Main Hall, First Floor Phone: 205-665-8233 Website: www.dineoncampus.com/montevallo

Dining at the University of Montevallo provides healthy options conveniently located on campus.

The Anna Irvin Dining Hall will be renovated during the summer and open in the fall featuring the Pulse on Dining (POD) platform. POD combines an excellent variety and selection, along with excellent customer service in an inviting, state-of-the-art facility. Chefs create their craftsmanship in made-to-order entrĂŠes, regional and traditional cuisines focusing on fresh ingredients, healthy offerings, quality meals, and appealing presentation in an all-you-care-to-eat style of dining. POD provides a restaurant experience without leaving campus.

Retail options on-campus include Ollie's Cafe in Carmichael Library, Moe’s Southwest Grill, We Proudly Serve Starbucks, and Au Bon Pain located in the JRW Student Life Center on the first floor of Farmer Hall. Olo Sushi and Outtakes grab-and-go program will be featured throughout campus.

Meal plans are available for on-campus resident students and commuters. Additional information is available at www.dineoncampus.com/montevallo.

Frequently asked questions about food services Q: Must I present my ID for each meal transaction?

A: If you have a meal plan, you must have your card scanned to obtain meals.

Q: What if I need a special diet?

A: Contact the Dining Services manager, who will work with you on any medically-related diets.

Q: What if I have a complaint, praise, or a suggestion to make?

A: The Dining Services manager is always available to talk to students about any problems they may have. In fact, a committee of students meets regularly with the Dining Services manager to discuss student concerns and plan special events. You can also submit feedback online at the dining website or place your feedback in one of the suggestion boxes located around campus.

Q: Where is the Dining Services office?

A: The office is located across the breezeway from the Anna Irvin entrance to the dining hall.

FINANCIAL AID

Palmer Hall, Second Floor Phone: 205-665-6050 Website: www.montevallo.edu/finaid Maria Parker, Director

Check your forUM email and Banner Self-Service frequently for updates regarding financial assistance. Letters will no longer be mailed.

Many of the questions you may have regarding student aid can be answered when you visit our website. Valuable information regarding the application process, eligibility requirements, various types of aid, and much more will be found there. If you need personal assistance, please contact the Office of Student Financial Services at 205-665-6050. The office is located in Palmer Hall on the second floor. Although you must be admitted to UM to be considered for an award, you can submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www. fafsa.gov before you are admitted. Requirements for the different types of aid vary, but typically you must be a U.S. citizen enrolled in a degree program at least one-half time and be making 48

satisfactory academic progress. Almost all aid requires that you be enrolled for a minimum of 12 hours to receive maximum benefits. Since financial aid is meant to ease, not carry, the burden of your educational costs, any award will probably be in the form of a “financial aid package” (i.e., more than one kind of aid supplementing your own and your family’s resources). Most types of financial aid are need-based. Need is determined by subtracting your calculated family contribution (provided when you file the FAFSA) from the cost of attendance. The cost of attendance has several components including tuition, fees, room, board, books, supplies, travel, etc. Basically there are three categories of aid: • Grants and scholarships are awarded on the basis of need, academic achievement, talent, or other special characteristics. Most grants are need-based. Scholarships may or may not be need-based. Visit www.fastweb.com for information regarding external scholarship sources.

• Federal Work-Study is a need-based employment program that allows students to work and be paid bi-weekly. An effort is made to refer you to jobs related to your major. Contact the Counseling and Career Center and/or campus offices for work opportunities. Students who do not qualify for Federal Work-Study may be hired by the individual department through the department’s budget.

• Low-interest student loans allow you to borrow money for your education, and repayment begins after you cease to be enrolled at least half-time (six credit hours). The most commonly used loans are the Federal Direct Stafford Loan and the Federal Perkins Loan.

More details are provided on our website: www.montevallo.edu/finaid/.

If you are enrolled full time and have an emergency financial need during the semester, you may apply for an Emergency Loan up to $100 from the SGA. Contact the SGA Treasurer, 2nd floor, SUB, Farmer Hall.

Important things to remember: • File the Free Application for Federal Aid (FAFSA) early. March 1 is the annual priority date. This is not a deadline.

• Summer aid is based on remaining eligibility after fall and spring semester aid has been awarded. Separate summer applications are available on our website or in the Office of Student Financial Services the first week in April.

• Keep records. Start a file of your own for copies of all forms and correspondence concerning your financial aid.

• Be thorough. Be sure to fill out all the necessary information on all the necessary forms. You will not be considered for any aid until your file is complete.

• Reapply! Remember that if you are receiving aid this year, you must reapply (as soon after January 1 as possible).

• Stay informed. Check your forUM email and the financial aid website for deadlines and new information.

forUM Portal ForUM is the University’s online portal, a centralized website where students can access course materials, check grades, register for classes, read announcements, read/send email, and much more! Access to forUM is obtained when students are admitted to the University. Visit www.forum.montevallo.edu to log in.

Email The University uses an email system (forUM) to officially communicate with students. Each undergraduate student is assigned a forUM email address. It is provided at no charge to all registered students. Students are responsible for checking their email accounts in a timely fashion and on a regular basis.

ForUM email is an official means of communication among students, faculty, and administrators at the University of Montevallo and may be the official means of communication between students and their instructors. Students may receive a variety of very important forUM email 49

messages from various offices on campus for which some timely response will be required. The official email system for students is identified by userID@forum.montevallo.edu and can be accessed via the forUM link on the University’s homepage.

Students should remember: • They are responsible for monitoring and managing their account regularly, even during breaks.

• They are responsible for all announcements, requests, and/or sensitive information delivered to their forUM email account, including information provided by the instructors of courses in which they are enrolled.

• They may electronically forward their forUM email to another email address but at their own risk.

• The University is not responsible for the handling of forwarded email. Having email forwarded does not absolve students from the responsibilities associated with communication sent to their official forUM email address.

• Questions regarding forUM email accounts should be directed to Technology Services.

The help desk is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Any problems related to forUM email should be reported to Technology Services at 665-6520.

FOUNDERS’ DAY The October 12 anniversary of the founding of the University of Montevallo is observed the second Thursday in October with a special convocation each year. It is on this occasion that seniors officially receive their caps and gowns.

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GREEK LIFE

Student Life Office Farmer Hall, Second Floor Phone: 205-665-6565, Fax: 205-665-6566 Website: www.montevallo.edu/greeklife Jenny Bell, Director of Student Life Cedric Norman, Coord. Of Student Activities and Intercultural Life Ruth Bishop, Office Manager The University of Montevallo is host to a number of Greek organizations. Greek life is about creating lifelong friendships rich with heritage, bound together by common values. The Greek community emphasizes leadership, scholarship, service, and brotherhood/sisterhood. Through sorority and fraternity life, you will find a home away from home and friends to last a lifetime.

FRATERNITIES Alpha Kappa Lambda

Napier Hall, 2nd Floor

Alpha Phi Alpha

Napier Hall, 3rd Floor

Alpha Tau Omega

ATO House

Kappa Alpha Psi Lambda Chi Alpha

Napier Hall, 3rd Floor

Phi Gamma Delta (Spring ’14) SORORITIES Alpha Delta Pi

Main Hall, East Wing, 3rd Floor

Alpha Gamma Delta

Main Hall, West Wing, 3rd Floor

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Alpha Kappa Alpha

Main Hall, East Wing, 2nd Floor

Chi Omega

Brooke Hall, 3rd Floor

Delta Gamma

Hanson Hall, 3rd Floor

Delta Sigma Theta

Main Hall, West Wing, 2nd Floor

Phi Mu

Tutwiler Hall, 2nd Floor

Zeta Phi Beta

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HARBERT WRITING CENTER

Comer Hall, Room 311 Phone: 205-665-6438 Website: www.montevallo.edu/hwc/

The Harbert Writing Center offers one-on-one consultations on the writing process to all members of the University community. Consultations may take place at any stage of the writing process, from planning to polishing. The Center’s writing consultants are skilled student writers who have been trained to work with both strong and struggling writers. Freshmen are encouraged to try out the center’s services while they are enrolled in their first-year composition courses. Consultations are available on a drop-in basis.

HEALTH CENTER

Main Hall East, First Floor Phone: 205-665-6275 Website: www.montevallo.edu/StudentHealthServices Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Kim Moon, Physician Assistant Lynn Adkins, Office Manager

The Student Health Center provides health care to students that includes basic care, some diagnostic tests, and assessments by a registered nurse and/or a physician assistant. Some prescriptive services are available on campus. The Health Center also serves as a referral source for students needing care beyond that available on campus. The staff seeks to increase health awareness at each contact with students, faculty, and staff.

Health services are available to all students. All students are required to pay the health fee each semester. Expenses incurred for care beyond that provided by the University are the responsibility of the student. Information about student health insurance is available in the Health Center. All students are required to submit a medical history form for medical emergency information that includes a recent TB skin test (date of test and results), proof of measles immunity, and insurance data.

HOMECOMING Homecoming at the University of Montevallo is a festive week of things to see and do. Homecoming is that exciting time in February for alumni from near and far to “come home” to UM (or for some, Alabama College), to see former classmates, and renew old friendships. For students, Homecoming is the culmination of a month of Purple and Gold competition. Celebrating Purple and Gold is what Homecoming at UM is really all about. It begins as early as January with ribbon hanging on campus.

Students, declaring allegiance to either Gold side or Purple side, compete in athletic events and work to prepare original musical shows for the main Homecoming event, College Night.

The Saturday of Homecoming offers a packed schedule full of activities for all. It includes registration in Reynolds Hall, departmental open houses, the annual alumni luncheon, reunions 51

for class years and special groups, and the Purple–Gold basketball game. The final performance and judging of the Gold and Purple productions takes place Saturday night. Also recognized during Homecoming are the University’s Distinguished Alumnus and other alumni award recipients, the College Night Honoree, and Mr. and Ms. University of Montevallo.

HONORS PROGRAM

Hill House Phone: 205-665-6501 Website: www.montevallo.edu/honors Email: honors@montevallo.edu Dr. Cathlena Martin, Director Marie Owens, Hill House Office Manager

The Honors Program invites academically-talented students to participate in special classes and seminars, taught by selected full-time faculty members, that have small enrollments in order to foster a more personally challenging environment and greater flexibility for professors and students alike.

HOUSING AND RESIDENCE LIFE

Main Hall West, First Floor Phone: 205-665-6235 Website: www.montevallo.edu/housing John Denson, Director Sally Dollar, Assistant Director Sabrina Young, Assignment Coordinator Stephanie Naish, Office Manager

The mission of Housing and Residence Life is to provide a safe, well-maintained living experience where students can grow both personally and academically. Living on campus provides opportunities for residents to make new friends, get involved in campus life, attend campus activities, experience personal growth and development, and hopefully have a lot of fun. The on-campus experience provides friends and memories that will last a lifetime!

Self-government is encouraged in all the residence halls. Student leaders also live in the building to assist in the on-campus experience. A Residence Hall Director (RHD) oversees each building, and Resident Assistants (RAs) are available on each floor if you ever need assistance.

The Housing and Residence Life office is located on the first floor, west wing of Main Hall, room 105. If you have any questions or need additional information, please visit the Housing and Residence Life office or call 205-665-6235.

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ID CARDS

Photo Lab Main Hall East, First Floor Phone: 205-665-6615 Matt Orton, Director of the Photo Lab

All undergraduate and graduate students, resident or non-resident, are required to have a UM student ID card. To receive a student ID card, you must be registered for classes in the current semester or in an upcoming semester, and you must provide government-issued, photographic proof of identity. A state-issued driver's license, a state-issued non-driver's ID card, a military ID card, or a passport are acceptable forms of government-issued, photographic proof of identity.

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Your UM ID card is valid any time you are enrolled at the University of Montevallo. You do not need to have it re-validated annually or after an absence from attending classes at Montevallo.

Students returning to the University of Montevallo for graduate studies or continuing education will continue to use the UM ID card first issued to them while they were studying at the undergraduate level. You are responsible for keeping up with your card and do not need to update or replace the first card issued to you unless you have lost your card.

Your UM ID card is used for many things, such as accessing your residence hall, accessing your meals and credit points with dining services, accessing/checking books out of the library, using the Health Center, cashing a check with the Cashier's office, selling books back to the University Bookstore, participating in student activities and intramurals, performing observation duties during clinical and field study courses, and for admittance to some computer labs and some final exams. This list is not all inclusive.

Student ID cards are made year-round at the Photo Lab located in East Main Residence Hall, Room 171 — the first room on the left once inside the front door of East Main. The Photo Lab is open for business Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.—noon and 1–5 p.m. However, photographic assignments may require the office to randomly close while all personnel are working on location. If desired, students may call ahead to confirm that someone will be available to assist them at the time of their arrival. If you find the office temporarily closed, an approximate return time is always posted on the door to Room 172, directly across from Room 171. If you are a resident student, and a replacement card is needed during a weekend or an extended closing of the Photo Lab, you may speak with Housing and Residence Life about temporary access options to your residence hall.

Fees for a student’s first ID card are included in his or her registration costs. Fees for students replacing an ID card are always billed to the student by the Cashier’s Office. Students will never pay for a replacement student ID card at the Photo Lab. Students should always be prepared to update their student ID photo when they come to the Photo Lab to replace their card.

It is a violation of the Student Conduct Code to lend out your ID card to another person. Do not lend out your card.

If you cannot find your card and believe it to be lost or stolen, report immediately to the Photo Lab to protect the security of your residence hall as well as prevent theft of any meals or credit points you hold with dining services. If the Photo Lab is not available, contact the Police Department (665-6000) and the Cafeteria Office (665-8233) directly to explain the situation and ask to have your current ID card temporarily suspended.

When you have the Photo Lab issue you a replacement ID card, all previous ID cards will be permanently deactivated, and the new card will be made active. Once deactivated, no previous card can ever be reactivated, even if you find it at a later time. It is recommended that you shred any previous cards.

INTRAMURAL SPORTS

Student Life Phone: 205-665-6565, Fax: 205-665-6566 Website: www.montevallo.edu/stulife/intramurals/default Cedric Norman, Coordinator of Student Activities and Intercultural Life As a part of the college experience, the Student Life Office provides students with an opportunity to participate in intramural sports. Through the spirit of friendly competition, students gather and play in a variety of recreational sports throughout the fall and spring semesters. Students participate on teams sponsored by a campus organization, or they can form their own team with a group of friends. All referees and scorekeepers are also students, which creates opportunities for student employment.

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There are inherent risks involved in all recreational sports activities. Participation in the University of Montevallo intramural sports program is purely voluntary and with the understanding that injuries may occur regardless of the precautions taken. Every effort will be made to ensure that playing areas and equipment are safe for the sport/activity to take place.

The University’s insurance does not cover injuries or damage that may be sustained while participating in intramural games.

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LEARNING ENRICHMENT CENTER

Carmichael Library, Lower Level Phone: 205-665-6113 Email: enrichment@montevallo.edu Website: www.montevallo.edu/LEST Randi Tubbs, Director

The Learning Enrichment Center (LEC) provides free tutoring services to the students of the University of Montevallo. Assistance is offered with courses in the following areas: math, sciences, social sciences, foreign languages, and English. To set up an appointment for tutoring, please call the LEC at 205-665-6113, email enrichment@montevallo.edu, or drop by to talk.

The LEC is located on the lower level of Carmichael Library. For more information, visit the LEC website at www.montevallo.edu/LEST.

Carmichael Library Phone: 205-665-6100 Website: www.montevallo.edu/library Kathleen Lowe, Director

LIBRARY

The library is housed in Oliver Cromwell Carmichael Hall. The library is named for Dr. Oliver Cromwell Carmichael, president of the school from 1926–1936. The library’s collection includes more than 258,000 volumes, 200,000 microfilms, over 100 electronic databases, and 2,500 DVDs. Through the BACHE Consortium, Montevallo students can borrow material from the libraries at Birmingham-Southern College, Miles College, Samford University, and UAB Sterne Library by presenting a valid UM ID card.

LIBRARY HOURS: Monday–Wednesday, 8 a.m.–1 a.m.

Thursday, 8 a.m.–11 p.m.

Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Saturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Sunday, 2 p.m.–11 p.m.

Hours for exams, May term, summer, and exceptions are posted on the library webpage.

More than 50 computers, six iMacs, and several scanners are available for student use in the library. Color and black-and-white printers are available to make print copies for a minimal charge. Copiers are available on the ground and main floor. Students may check out Flip digital cameras and headphones from the circulation desk. Recording equipment and a recording studio is also available for use. Contact the Digital Media Specialist for details.

Library culture: Food and drink are permitted in the library. The ground floor is appropriate for group study. The Learning Enrichment Center offers peer tutoring on the ground floor of the library. The main floor is busy with collaborative study, reference desk, and circulation desk activity. The second floor, the top floor, is reserved for silent study.

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Library privileges: Students with current ID cards may borrow books from the general collection for a period of four weeks. DVDs and current browsing books have a one-week checkout.

Off-campus access to the databases is available to currently enrolled students, faculty, and staff.

You will be prompted to enter your current UM ID The Group Study Room on the main floor is equipped with a TV and computer hook-up.

Reservations can be made online for two hours at a time. The room can accommodate 12 students and is first-come, first-served unless prior online reservations are made. The Group Study Room cannot be booked on a regular basis. The Group Study Room is intended only for collaborative study, not regularly held meetings or classes.

The Anna Crawford Milner Archives and Special Collections collects, organizes, and preserves various records of the University including the University Presidents' papers, yearbooks, alumni information, and the College Night books. Students interested in using the Archives should contact the Archives Librarian.

The Digital Media Lab offers faculty, staff, and students instruction in the use of digital media equipment, software, and editing. The DML offers a wide range of opportunities for training and creative input for podcasts, video projects, and digital project needs. The DML is located on the main floor (first floor) of the library on the east side of the building, adjacent to the reference librarians’ offices. The Digital Media Specialist is available for consultation on an appointment basis.

Overdue and lost books: Fines are levied for books returned late. Books lost or not returned are billed to the user at the replacement cost of the piece, plus a processing fee. Serious delinquencies can result in loss of library privileges and delayed registration clearance.

Reserve: Books, articles, and DVDs designated by faculty for specific classes are shelved at the Circulation Desk. Loan periods are short, and fines are high for reserve items. A current ID card is required to check out reserve items.

Reference services: Reference librarians are available to provide information and research advice. More than 100 electronic databases are available, including Academic Search Premier, Project MUSE, ERIC, MLA Bibliography, and Films on Demand.

Interlibrary Loan Service is available free of charge to order books and articles which the library does not own.

LODGING AND CONFERENCE SERVICES

Ramsay Conference Center Phone: 205-665-6280 Website: www.montevallo.edu/ramsay

Ramsay Conference Center and Lodge offers overnight accommodations for campus visitors and guests at affordable rates. The facility includes 39 carpeted, air-conditioned rooms with private baths and televisions. Phones are not available.

A number of professional and business groups utilize Ramsay for conferences, workshops, and retreats. Conference rooms can accommodate up to 78 people. Dining and catering services are available. Reservations are recommended. For additional information or reservations, please call Ramsay Front Desk at 665-6280.

LOST AND FOUND All lost and found items will be kept in a secure location for a period of 60 days unless claimed by the rightful owner. Neither the Office of Student Life, the University Police Department, nor the University of Montevallo is responsible for lost and found items.

Report an item lost or found.

It is the responsibility of each individual or department to take all lost and found items to the Office of Student Life located on the top floor of Farmer Hall.

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Listed below are procedures to be followed: 1. Turn found items in to lost and found as soon as possible, but not later than the end of the business day on which they were found.

2. If items of value such as wallets, purses, keys, and electronic devices are found, please notify the University Police Department located in the Physical Plant or call 205-665-6155.

3. Items of lesser value such as notebooks, book bags, umbrellas, and articles of clothing should be taken to the Office of Student Life located on the top floor of Farmer Hall.

4. If the lost item includes any identifying information, staff from the Office of Student Life or University Police Department will attempt to contact the owner directly. Unclaimed property and unidentifiable property will be logged in the lost and found logbook.

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Unclaimed student IDs will be destroyed after one week. Other unclaimed IDs such as driver’s license or state IDs will be mailed to designated address after one week.

6. To attempt to ensure lost items are returned to the rightful owners, persons claiming items will be asked to describe the items and to provide identification. Claimants must sign for items before the items will be released to them.

7. Items in lost and found, which are not claimed by the end of each semester will be donated to a local charity or destroyed.

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MCNAIR SCHOLARS PROGRAM

Farmer Hall, Second Floor Phone: 205-665-6570 Website: www.montevallo.edu/mcnair Dr. Roberta Leichnitz, Director Tonya Giddens, Coordinator

The Ronald E. McNair Post-baccalaureate Achievement Program (McNair Scholars Program) is one of the federally-funded TRiO programs designed to assist first-generation and limited-income students as well as those students underrepresented in graduate education to successfully earn the baccalaureate degree, enter graduate school, and earn the doctoral degree.

Scholars receive services such as GRE preparation, academic counseling, personal development, tutoring, and other services based on individual needs. They are also exposed to graduate school campuses, cultural events, and professionals in their areas of interest. Scholars participate in monthly seminars, academic programs, and undergraduate research.

The highlight of the program is the summer research internship. Each scholar is paired with a faculty mentor to conduct research during the summer. Scholars receive tuition, room and board, and a research stipend. Scholars present their research findings at UM’s Undergraduate Research Day as well as a national McNair conference or a conference in their discipline.

To apply, students must complete an online pre-application via McNair’s website to determine eligibility. Once determined eligible, interested students then complete the program application and participate in an interview. Students must meet eligibility criteria to qualify for the program, which may be found on the program's website.

MINORITY STUDENT ADVISOR

Farmer Hall, Second Floor Phone: 205-665-6565, Fax: 205-665-6566 Cedric Norman, Coordinator of Student Activities and Intercultural Life

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The Minority Student Advisor provides special assistance with personal, social or academic concerns, as well as other guidance, to all minority students. The Minority Student Advisor also offers minority students assistance in identifying appropriate support services on campus.

MONTEVALLO Montevallo is a vibrant, historic arts and learning community. As the home of UM, the city and University have a strong bond of institutional support and community service. This small southern town, which is rich in history and intent on preserving its past, welcomes our students and offers you much during your university years. Montevallo is dedicated to establishing programs and opportunities that provide all its citizens with a healthy, sustainable, and responsible lifestyle. A good source of information about the area is the city’s website, www.cityofmontevallo.com.

IMPORTANT NUMBERS City Hall 205-665-2555 ext. 101 City Police 205-665-1264 County Sheriff 205-669-4181 Fire Department 205-665-9204 Fire and Rescue Emergency 205-665-2552 or 911 Parks and Recreation Board 205-665-2555 ext. 101 U.S. Post Office 205-665-1198 Utilities Alabama Power Company 205-226-1343 Alagasco 1-800-292-4005 Montevallo Water and Sewer 205-665-9045 Voter Registration 205-205-665-2555 ext. 101 LOCAL RECREATION Montevallo offers many recreational activities in the community, both organized and independent, and ranging from youth sports programs to senior adult activities. There are many opportunities for UM students to both participate and volunteer in these areas.

American Village. Located on Hwy. 119, the American Village provides a fun and educational way to experience our nation’s history. The Village’s 113 acres are transformed into a Colonial Village and historic park. Several events are offered year-round. Call 1-877-811-1776 or visit www.americanvillage.org for admission prices and schedule details.

Aldrich Coal Mine Museum, Inc. With a history reaching as far back as 1839, coal has played a big part in Alabama history. This historic museum stands as a monument to early coal miners and their families. Tour the camp houses and old mine ruins. Observe the pictures, treasures, and community items of the Aldrich family. Walking tours are available. Take County Road 10 West in Montevallo to Aldrich, cross the railroad, and turn left on County Road 203. Signs are posted. 205-665-2886.

Brierfield Ironworks Park. The park is the site of the old Brierfield furnace that made iron for the Confederacy during the Civil War. In earlier days, Brierfield was estimated to be the third-largest town in the state with a population of 3,000. Today, it is a picnic, swimming, and camping area. Take Highway 25 west toward Centreville. The Brierfield Ironworks sign is about eight miles out of Montevallo. 205-665-1856.

College Lake. This is an ideal place to go since it is so close to the campus, great for canoeing, fishing, biking, and hiking. A fishing license is required. Hours are dawn to dusk. 205-665-6000.

Golf Course. The eighteen-hole golf course is located a mile west of the main campus. The course is jointly maintained and supervised by the UM Golf Club and the City of Montevallo.

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Oak Mountain State Park. Golf, tennis, horseback riding, swimming, dining, etc. make the Park a great place to spend the day. Go north on Alabama 119 to Alabaster and proceed north on U.S. 31 through Pelham as if going to Birmingham. Then turn right at the Oak Mountain State Park sign. 205-620-2520 Orr Park. Located in Montevallo, Orr Park offers picnic areas, walking trails, and sports fields.

The park is open during daylight hours for public use. Sports fields host both city teams and public school activities. The park is most recognized for Tinglewood Trail, an exhibition of artwork carved into trees by Montevallo artist, Tim Tingle. Restrooms are maintained and open during day hours and night sporting events. The pavilions and gazebos are available and may be reserved for a small fee at City Hall. 205-665-2555 ext. 101.

Quiet Village (Booth Town). Located in one of the most beautiful areas near the Cahaba River, Quiet Village is characterized by its serenity and is renowned for its ford, which one must cross to get to the other side. It is a favorite spot for fishermen, swimmers, and lovers. Go out Shelby County 10 northwest, continue some 10 miles through Aldrich, Pea Ridge, and Honeycutt; shortly after crossing a railroad track, turn right on the first paved road (Booth Town), and continue straight for about 1/4 mile. The road will become a dirt road and run directly into the river. Do not attempt to cross after heavy rains!

Sand Volleyball. Located next to the tennis courts. Students can enjoy hours of fun in the sun playing sand volleyball.

Tennis Courts. The University maintains six tennis courts that are lighted for night play. They are located near the John W. Stewart Student Retreat Center.

Note: Responsibility for personal security rests with the student. Think! Be safe!

MUSIC DEPARTMENT

Davis Hall Phone: 205-665-6670 Website: www.montevallo.edu/music

Activities of the Music Department attract students into several organizations that it sponsors.

The department seeks and encourages the participation of students from all of the colleges that comprise the University.

The following ensembles are available to interested students: Concert Choir, Chamber Choir, Opera Workshop, University Chorus, Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, brass ensembles, woodwind ensembles, and Drum Circle.

Each musical organization presents public performances during the year. The Music Department also provides many guest artists and faculty recitals throughout the year, as well as fully staged musical productions through its Opera Workshop.

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Student Life Phone: 205-665-6565 Website: www.go.montevallo.edu

ORIENTATION

The University provides a program of pre-college orientation and advising for freshmen and transfer students. New students are required to participate in an orientation session before registering for classes.

The orientation program provides students an opportunity to better understand individual capabilities and limitations, to explore interests, and to become familiar with the campus and facilities. A non-refundable orientation fee is required.

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Pre-registration sessions for new students are held at designated times during the summer, and an extended orientation (Orientation Welcome Weekend) is held prior to the fall semester. Single sessions precede the spring semester and summer session. Fall semester freshmen and transfer students may indicate a preference for the pre-registration session they want to attend in June or July.

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POLICIES Website: www.montevallo.edu/policies UM policies are available in all major offices on campus including the Dean of Students and Office of Human Resources. UM policies are also available on the University of Montevallo web page under Policies.

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When posting in any area, local regulations supersede those set by the Student Life Office. It is the responsibility of the organization initiating the publicity to comply with all campus regulations.

Students wishing to post advertisements and notices in buildings are urged to check with the appropriate college or departmental secretaries for rules governing posting in that building or area.

In order to post in the Residence Halls, you must first obtain approval through Housing and Residence Life in Main Hall (665-6235). They will stamp approved postings, and any item that does not have the official approval stamp on it will be removed.

Do not place flyers on car windshields or vehicles parked on campus. The cost of removal will be assessed to your organization.

Flyers and posters must be confined to bulletin boards and designated posting areas. Posting on walls, windows, doors, sidewalks, fences, buildings, and grounds is strictly prohibited and all publicity placed there without approval from the Office of Student Life will be removed.

There may be only one poster or flyer publicizing a given activity on a bulletin board.

Posters must be removed within 48 hours of the completion of the event.

Activities which are open to members and non-members of the organization may be publicized through general advertising media. However, notification of a meeting or event that is open only to organization members should be made by email or by announcement at meetings. These postings are not allowed.

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Organizations may not co-sponsor an event or display any advertising on or off campus with an alcohol distributor.

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Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs may not be implied, stated, or pictured in organization advertisements.

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Flyers may be posted on the digital signage. They should be emailed to jbell8@montevallo. edu or cnorman@montevallo.edu in landscape format, saved as a jpg. The measurements of the digital flyer should be width 8.84"by height 5." Please send advertisements in a timely manner.

Posting hints: Be sure posts answer what, when, where, and why, and be sure to include the sponsoring organization’s name or logo on the post.

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Organizations that violate this will be responsible for any costs associated with removal.

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Farmer Hall, First Floor Phone: 205-665-6571

POST OFFICE BOXES

Each residential student is required to obtain a mailbox in the University post office. This is necessary so that students can receive important University communications. A student is held responsible for all announcements, requests and/or time-sensitive information delivered to their University address. This is a free service.

The post office is located in the bottom floor of Farmer Hall. Stamps may be purchased at the window Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. P.O. boxes are provided for all undergraduate residential students. Express mail, COD, and money orders are available at the downtown U.S. Post Office.

University Police Phone: 205-665-6155

PROTECTIVE ESCORT SERVICE

The protective escort service is an on-campus service to provide protective escorts for members of the campus community. This service primarily serves persons who find it necessary to travel alone on campus late at night. To request a protective escort, call the number listed above.

Alabamian phone: 205-665-6222 Tiffany Bunt, Advisor Montage phone: 205-665-6228 Amanda Melcher, Advisor

PUBLICATIONS

The Student Publications Committee selects student editors and business manager (the Alabamian), who then appoint their editorial staff members. To become a candidate for editor or business manager, please contact Tiffany Bunt at 665-6230.

The Alabamian, UM’s student newspaper since 1924, is published every other week during the fall and spring semesters. It is distributed free throughout campus. The Alabamian covers campus news, informs of coming events, surveys the arts and entertainment and provides a forum for the views of the students, faculty and staff. The staff includes journalists, photographers, copy editors/proofreaders, page designers and an ad sales team. Membership is open to all students. Contact the editor at alabamian@montevallo.edu or 665-6222.

The Montage, UM’s yearbook, presents an annual pictorial history of campus life. The staff includes photographers, copy writers, proofreaders and graphic designers. Its roots go back to 1907, yet the Montage was the first yearbook in the state to be produced entirely with desktop-publishing software. Membership is open to all students. Contact the editor at montage@montevallo.edu or 665-6228.

The Tower, literary and arts magazine, celebrates the ways students express themselves whether through art, poetry, photography, writing or music. Students are invited to send samples of their work to the editor at tower@montevallo.edu The Tower is published annually.

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SERVICE LEARNING AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT Global and Community Outreach Center Phone: 205-665-6006 Email: servicelearning@montevallo.edu Website: www.montevallo.edu/osl 60

Dr. Hollie Cost, Program Director Carol Bruser, Program Assistant The Office of Service Learning and Community Engagement (SLACE) provides support to faculty, staff, and students who are interested in forging stronger connections between academics and the community through service projects. This office maintains a database of community partners who have specific volunteer needs. They assist students in identifying volunteer positions that suit their interests and abilities. SLACE also has the privilege of awarding honors cords at graduation to students who have a 2.75 minimum GPA and have demonstrated exemplary service to the community as measured in one of the following ways:

1) 300 documented hours of service to the community, or

2) 150 documented hours of service to the community and the completion of two service learning courses, or

3) completion of four service learning courses.

Additionally, this office co-sponsors the University of Montevallo Falcon Scholars in Action program with Shelby County Community Services. Each year, 25 students are selected to serve eight different agencies throughout Shelby County. These students are selected based on their commitment to service as well as their academic record. Students selected for this program are provided a variety of professional opportunities at the agencies, serving ten hours a week.

In appreciation for their service, scholars are provided with a $2000 annual stipend.

Applications are accepted year-round and are available through the Falcon Scholars website at www.montevallo.edu/osl/Falcon%20Scholars.shtm.

SPEECH AND HEARING CENTER

George C. Wallace Speech and Hearing Center Phone: 205-665-6720 Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Website: www.montevallo.edu/csd/Program/ClinicalServices.shtm

The Speech and Hearing Center offers a number of services to UM employees and students at no charge. Persons with any type of speech or hearing disorder may obtain a complete evaluation. Such service is especially encouraged for those whose speech includes any of the following: stuttering (or other speech fluency problems), a voice problem (such as hoarseness, tightness or breathiness in the voice, or vocal pitch is too high or too low), speech problems associated with a cleft lip or palate, speech or language problems related to neurological disorders, or basic speech sound pronunciation problems. Persons with speech characterized by foreign accents or regional dialects are encouraged to inquire about basic speech improvement.

Additionally, persons concerned with possible hearing problems may schedule an appointment for a basic hearing screening and consultation.

STUDENT ACTIVITY CENTER

Robert M. McChesney Student Activity Center Phone: 205-665-6611 Website: www.montevallo.edu/sac/default.shtm Ed Langham, Manager

The Robert M. McChesney Student Activity Center is a 90,000 square foot state-of-the-art recreation and athletic center. It includes facilities for weight and cardio training, racquetball, wallyball, walking, and swimming. The cardio area has a five-television cardio theatre accessed through personal FM receivers as well as two TVs, one in the weight room and one in the cardio room, that advertise campus events and activities. An eighteen-hole disc golf course, a sand volleyball court, and a fitness trail have been added to the area outside the facility. In addition, the SAC Trustmark Arena serves as the home court for the University’s volleyball and basketball teams.

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The mission of the Center is to support the student’s higher educational experience by providing comprehensive wellness components through recreational facilities and activities, including cardio-vascular, weight conditioning, and aquatic activities.

STUDENT AFFAIRS

Main Hall Central, Lower Level Phone: 205-665-6020 Website: www.montevallo.edu/DSA/ Dr. Tammi Dahle, Dean of Students Karen Willingham, Coord. of Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Elaine Boothe, Admin. Asst. to the VP of Student Affairs and

Enrollment Mgmt. and the Dean of Students There are many aspects of helping students become meaningfully employed, responsible, and informed citizens. Some of these are addressed by various offices within the area of Student Affairs including personal and career development, leadership opportunities, health and wellness activities, academic support, and promotion of a strong sense of community and social responsibility, to name a few. We appreciate your taking the time to find out more about the services and staff in our area by visiting our website. The following departments and offices are within Student Affairs: • Career Development Center

• McNair Scholars Program

• Counseling Services

• Student Health Services

• Disability Support Services

• Student Life

• Housing and Residence Life

• ASPIRE/Student Support Services

• Intercultural Student Affairs

• Upward Bound

• Judicial Affairs

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION

Farmer Hall, Second Floor Phone: 205-665-6565 Website: www.montevallo.edu/sga

The SGA is the voice of the students. SGA strives to improve the campus through actively listening to students and their concerns. Students can become involved in SGA by running for Student Senate or applying for an executive position or a spot on Freshman Forum.

Freshman Senate and Freshman Forum applications are available at the start of each fall semester. All other senate and executive positions are filled in the spring.

The SGA at the University of Montevallo does many things that benefit the students and the campus. Projects which the SGA either funded or helped to fund are the John W. Stewart Student Retreat Center, the Amphitheater, the lighting of the intramural fields and the construction of the Student Activity Center, the publication of this student handbook, as well as allocating money for such programs as student publications and the University Program Council. The SGA also benefits the campus in other ways. The SGA sponsors the American Red Cross blood drive and Elite Night; runs all student elections; and sponsors the campus-wide community service project, The Big Event, each spring. SGA also funds the game room in the Farmer Hall Student Life Center as well as recreational play at Bibb Graves Gymnasium.

The Student Government Association is here for the students. If you are experiencing a problem or have suggestions, please do not hesitate to call upon a senator or officer for assistance.

SGA Leadership Development Fund

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The Student Government Association has established a fund to assist students who wish to attend professional or leadership conferences. This fund is intended for individual students, not student organizations. SGA will decide on funding once each semester for this fund. It is important for students to research conferences they would like to attend and apply early. The application deadline for the fall semester is October 1, 2013, and the application deadline for the spring semester is February 1, 2014. Applications for funding may be obtained in the Student Life Office.

STUDENT LIFE

Farmer Hall, Second Floor Phone: 205-665-6565, Fax: 205-665-6566 Website: www.montevallo.edu/stulife Jenny Bell, Director Cedric Norman, Coordinator of Student Activities and Intercultural Life Ruth Bishop, Office Manager The mission of the Student Life Office is to provide students with extracurricular activities and programs designed for personal growth and development outside of the “classroom” experience. Student Life offers leadership opportunities for students, as well as recreational and social development.

The Student Life Office can help you become involved in campus life. There are more than 80 student organizations registered through this office, and one or more may be right for you. They include the Student Government Association, the University Program Council, intramural sports, fraternities and sororities as well as a plethora of other clubs.

Don’t see something you are interested in? Then form your own. If you are interested in starting a new organization on campus, you can obtain information online at www. montevallo.edu/stulife. A list of current student organizations is also listed on the website.

The Student Life Office is also responsible for the reservation of the Student Life Center stage, the SGA conference room, the Farmer Hall meeting room, and the John W. Stewart Student Retreat Center.

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STUDENT LIFE CENTER

You can accomplish many things at the Student Life Center: eat; check your post office box; sit in a comfortable chair and watch TV; or study between classes. The main lounge is a pleasant place to relax, watch TV, or read magazines and newspapers. You can also visit the game room located in the back of the Student Life Center.

Moe’s Southwest Grill and We Proudly Serve Starbucks are located in the Student Life Center.

They provide students with additional dining options.

Be sure to watch the calendar for music events on the Student Life Center stage and monthly movies on the big screen.

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TECHNOLOGY SERVICES HELP DESK

Email: helpdesk@montevallo.edu

The Technology Services Help Desk is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by calling 205-665-6520 or toll free at 866-520-2401. Assistance can also be obtained by sending an email to helpdesk@montevallo.edu. The Technology Services Help Desk can assist students with access to forUM, Blackboard, forUM email and other UM accounts. (Please note that 63

support for Internet access in the residence halls is provided by a third-party vendor, College Cable. The College Cable Help Desk can be reached at 888-467-9004.)

TELEPHONE All telephone numbers that are part of the campus system are listed 6***. To make a call from a campus phone to another campus phone, just dial the last four digits of the number. If you are calling from an off-campus telephone, you must dial 665-6***. To dial off campus from a campus phone, dial 9 and the seven-digit number. Other telephone features, such as 3-way calling, are also available.

Reynolds Hall Office Phone: 205-665-6210 Box Office Phone: 205-665-6200 Website: www.montevallo.edu/thea/

THEATRE

UM Theatre invites all students to become involved as actors and technicians on the production of representative world dramas. Work-study opportunities for those students who qualify for financial aid exist in areas of scene shop, costume shop, and box office.

The theatre season is designed to give our audiences a wide variety of theatrical experiences.

During the course of four years, the season presents as varied a theatre experience as possible by including plays of different authors, periods, countries, styles, and types. As an extension of the student’s academic work, UM Theatre provides a laboratory program for cultural, social, and professional development. Participation in theatre activities is open to all students, faculty, and friends of the University.

Students are encouraged to purchase a season ticket early in the fall that will admit them to all productions in the season. Tickets and information are available at the Theatre Box Office, Reynolds Hall 216; by calling 665-6200; or by visiting the department web page at: www.montevallo.edu/thea/.

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UNIVERSITY PROGRAM COUNCIL (UPC) Farmer Hall, Second Floor Phone: 205-665-6565 Website: www.montevallo.edu/sga/UPC/UPC.shtm Tanya Hoang, UPC Coordinator UPC plans entertainment throughout the year for the campus. UPC holds several traditional events such as Back to School Bash, Bingo for Books, and Midnight Breakfast. In addition to these events, students who are a part of UPC get to decide what other entertainment they would like to bring to campus each semester. UPC usually holds one event per week. They host everything from concerts, to movies on the quad, to dance parties, to comedians. UPC events are free for students. Applications to be a part of UPC are available at the start of the fall and spring semesters.

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The University Relations Office is located in the Will Lyman House at 720 Oak Street.

University Relations publishes Wednesday Memo, a bi-weekly newsletter for faculty and staff, as well as several publications for alumni and the general public. Qualified student workers play an important role in publishing Montevallo Today (alumni magazine), departmental newsletters, press releases, magazines and other University publications.

University Relations informs the “hometown press” about honors and achievements of UM students. Contact 665-6230 for details.

Main Hall, Lower Level Phone: 205-665-6268 Website: www.montevallo.edu/ub Sharon Gilbert, Director

UPWARD BOUND

The Upward Bound Program is funded by the United States Department of Education. It is designed to provide academic skills, counseling, tutoring, mentoring, and cultural enrichment necessary for economically disadvantaged youth to complete both secondary and postsecondary schools. Students from Bibb, Chilton, and Shelby counties meet on weeknights at the University of Montevallo throughout the academic year to receive these services. During the summer, the program conducts an intensive six-week academic program. The students live on campus during the summer phase as a means of becoming oriented to campus life.

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VETERANS’ AFFAIRS Website: www.montevallo.edu/veterans.shtm The University of Montevallo is approved for the education of veterans, service members, and dependents of veterans eligible for benefits from the Veterans Administration, the Department of Defense, and the State of Alabama Department of Veterans Affairs. The Coordinator for Veterans Affairs is located in the Registrar’s Office in Palmer Hall. This office handles certification for students receiving benefits under federal programs – i.e., Post 9/11, Montgomery GI, CH 35/ DEA, or Tuition Assistance. Students receiving the Alabama G.I. Dependents’ Scholarship are assisted in the Student Financial Services Office, also in Palmer Hall.

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WIRELESS NETWORK UM’s guest wireless network, UMNET, is available in most public areas of campus, including Carmichael Library, the McChesney Student Activity Center, the Student Life Center, and most academic buildings. UMNET is broadcast openly, and no registration is required. UMNET is not available in the residence halls. Support for internet access in the residence halls (including wireless) is provided by a third-party vendor, College Cable. The College Cable Help Desk can be reached at 888-467-9004.

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University Administration John W. Stewart III, B.A., M.A., Ph.D................................ President President’s Cabinet Suzanne Ozment, B.S., M.A., Ph.D.................................... Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Rick Barth, B.A., M.A., J.D., Ph.D..................................... Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Michelle Johnston, B.M., M.M., Ph.D............................... Senior Vice President for Administrative Affairs Deanna M. Smith, BBA, CIA, CPA.................................... Vice President for Business Affairs and Treasurer Academic Affairs Suzanne Ozment, B.S., M.A., Ph.D.................................... Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs Mary Beth Armstrong, B.S., MCD, Ph.D........................... Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Stephen H. Craft, B.A., MBA, Ph.D................................... Dean of the Michael E. Stephens College of Business Shayne Gervais, B.A. (2), M.A............................................ Registrar Dwight Jinright, B.S., M.Ed............................................... Regional Inservice Center Director Kathryn R. King, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.................................... Director of Faculty Development and Collaboration Kathleen Lowe, B.A., MLS.................................................. Director of Carmichael Library Cathlena Martin, B.A., B.S., M.A., Ph.D............................ Director of Honors Program Anna E. McEwan, B.A., M.A., Ph.D................................... Dean of the College of Education Randi T. Northcutt, B.A., M.A........................................... Director of the Learning Enrichment Center Byron R. Partridge, B.S., M.Ed........................................... Alabama Traffic Safety Center Director Scott Stephens, BFA, MFA.................................................. Interim Dean of the College of Fine Arts Kevin Thornthwaite, B.S., M.Ed., Ed.S.............................. Director of Graduate Admissions and Records Administrative Affairs Michelle Johnston, B.M., M.M., Ph.D............................... Senior Vice President for Administrative Affairs Chadd Adams..................................................................... Chief of Police James M. Bessette, B.S., MBA............................................. Director of University Relations Marion Brown, B.S............................................................. Special Assistant to the Senior Vice President for Administrative Affairs Kathryn Dee, B.S., M.S...................................................... Contract Manager Kristine Mascetti, B.A., M.A............................................... Director of Institutional Research, Planning, and Assessment

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Athletics James Herlihy, B.S............................................................... Director of Athletics Business Affairs DeAnna M. Smith, BBA, CIA, CPA................................... Vice President for Business Affairs and Treasurer Barbara Forrest, B.S............................................................. Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Susan Hayes, B.S., M.B.A................................................... Comptroller William L. Hughes.............................................................. Director of the Physical Plant Maria D. Parker, B.S........................................................... Director of Student Financial Services Phillip Wade Walker, B.S..................................................... Director of Purchasing Kathy L. Weese, B.B.A........................................................ Director of Technical Services for Business Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Rick Barth, B.S., M.A., J.D., Ph.D..................................... Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Jennifer Q. Bell, B.A., M.Ed............................................... Director of Student Life Tammie Dahle, B.A., M.Ed., Ph.D..................................... Dean of Students John Denson, B.S., M.A......................................................... Director of Housing and Residence Life Greg Embry, B.S., M.Ed..................................................... Director of Admissions Sharon M. Gilbert, B.S., M.Ed........................................... Director of Upward Bound Angie Kelly, B.A., M.Ed...................................................... Director of Career Services Roberta Leichnitz, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.................................. Director of McNair Scholars Program Deborah S. McCune, B.A., M.S.......................................... Director of Disability Support Services Joshua Miller, B.S., M.Ed.................................................... Director of Counseling Services R. Denise Myers, B.M., M.M., DMA................................. Director of ASPIRE/Student Support Services (to be appointed)................................................................. Director of Student Health Services University Advancement Brenda A. Knight, B.A., MLS............................................. Executive Director of the University of Montevallo Foundation Scott Dillard, BBA.............................................................. Director of Development Gary Johnson, B.S., M.A..................................................... Director of Comprehensive Campaign Tracy Payne-Rockco, B.S., M.Ed., Ed.D............................. Director of Alumni Affairs (to be appointed)................................................................. Director of Advancement Services

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Student Organization Policies

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Student Organization Manual INTRODUCTION The Student Organizations Manual contains summaries of policies, procedures, privileges, and responsibilities for recognized student organizations. It should be read carefully and retained for your reference, as it defines the conditions under which your organization must operate. You and your organization will be held accountable for adhering to all of the policies and guidelines.

As you represent your organization through its events and activities, please remember that you are also representing the University of Montevallo. Please review and pay close attention to the guidelines and policies in this manual. If you have any questions about the policies and procedures in the manual, please contact the Student Life Office at 665-6565.

The University of Montevallo has more than 80 active and recognized student organizations. A list of these organizations can be found on the Student Life website at www.montevallo.edu/ StuLife/StudentOrganizations.

The Student Life Office is responsible for recognized student organizations. The office is responsible for the official paperwork for recognition of student organizations, approval of campus events sponsored by recognized organizations, suspension of rights or removal of recognition for policy violations, and changes to event and activity policies. The Student Life Office maintains official records and other information for student organizations including contact information, officers, constitutions, bylaws, and event registrations. Student Life also offers advice and guidance to student groups, their officers, and advisors. Student Life is happy to answer questions, offer suggestions and resources, and advise on event planning, etc.

STUDENT ORGANIZATION POLICIES Student organizations are groups sponsored by the University (such as the Student Government Association, associated student body groups, and professional and honor societies) or organizations officially registered by the University. Organizations that may be registered to operate on campus include the following: a.

honorary and leadership organizations and societies;

b. departmental organizations and professional fraternities and sororities; c. social fraternities and sororities; and d. special interest groups.

Registration of a student organization does not constitute the University’s endorsement of the purposes or objectives of the organization.

General Statements 1.

No student organization may conduct any campus activity, other than routine membership meetings, unless the University has officially registered the organization.

2. Student organizations are largely self-governing and may establish lawful qualifications for their leadership positions.

3. The University is not responsible for injuries or damages to persons or property resulting from the activities of student organizations, or for any debts or liabilities incurred by such organizations.

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No student organization shall unlawfully deny membership to any person on the basis of age, race, gender, religion, disability, or national origin, provided that social fraternities and sororities may have gender-restricted membership.

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No student organization or individual shall engage in or condone any form of hazing.

6. Student organizations shall be responsible and liable for the conduct and actions of each member of the organization while acting in the capacity of a member or while participating in any activity of the organization.

7. No person, group or organization may use the University's name in any manner, provided that registered student organizations may use the University's name following the name of the organization. No person, group or organization may use the seal or any symbol of the University without the prior written approval of the President, or designee.

Criteria for Registration of Organizations 1.

Any proposed student organization shall be open to all students who otherwise meet membership requirements. Membership shall be limited to currently enrolled students, provided that organizations may include faculty and staff and that professional organizations may include members of the professional and business communities as members.

2. A proposed organization must represent the interests of the members, and the control of the organization must be vested with the local campus group. The organization must not be affiliated with any group pursuing illegal aims or goals, with a specific purpose to further those illegal aims or goals.

3. The organization must comply with all University policies, regulations, and procedures and with all federal and state laws and regulations.

4. The organization must not pursue activities that would: (a) violate federal and state laws or University policies and regulations; (b) materially and substantially disrupt the work and order of the University; or (c) advocate incitement to riot or imminent lawless action that is likely to produce such action.

5. The organization must have the designated minimum number of charter members and demonstrate a continuous interest in the purposes of the organization sufficient for its successful existence.

6. A new organization may be denied registration when its purposes are within the scope of a currently registered organization. No organization may use the same name, or a name that is misleading and similar to the name, of a currently registered organization.

7. The organization’s by-laws must provide for the distribution of all funds and assets in the event of dissolution.

Probation, Suspension, and Nullification of Registration An organization may be placed on probation, be suspended, or have its registration nullified for any of the following reasons: a.

failing to maintain compliance with the initial requirements of registration;

b. ceasing to operate as an active organization; c. requesting to cancel registration; d. engaging in any activity in violation of University policies or federal or state laws; or e. failing to submit any required reports.

An organization that is placed on probation may continue to hold meetings but may not sponsor any activity or program. An organization that is placed on suspension may not engage in or sponsor any activity or program, and may not hold meetings. When registration is cancelled, an organization ceases to exist. In the event an organization is placed on probation or is suspended, or registration is cancelled due to violation of University policies or federal or state laws, the organization will be afforded the opportunity for appeal to the Dean of Students.

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Programs and Activities 1.

Except for routine meetings of the organization, no on- or off-campus program or activity may be pursued unless registered in the Student Life Office no less than two weeks prior to the event. Failure to follow event registration procedures may result in disciplinary action that may include loss of privileges.

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Any approved fund-raising activity on campus shall be for the benefit of the organization as a whole or a recognized charity, and no funds shall be distributed to the officers or members of an organization for personal profit or gain.

The Director of Student Life is responsible for maintaining detailed guidelines and procedures pertaining to student organizations and for evaluating their effectiveness.

CATEGORIES OF STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS Academic Organizations Promote development in a particular academic area. Activities may include outings, business meetings, and social activities.

Honorary Organizations Recognize high levels of academic achievement and generally require a demonstrated interest in a particular career or academic discipline.

Publications Montevallo’s newspaper, literary magazine, and yearbook are all published by students under the direction of student editors. All publications are distributed free to students, and students are encouraged to apply for staff positions as writers, photographers, artists, editors, or salespeople.

Religious Organizations Serve as support for students of a particular religious persuasion or denomination.

Social Organizations Foster social networks among members. For example, Greek letter organizations create smaller communities within the larger University environment for the purpose of facilitating growth in the areas of scholarship, personal and leadership development, campus involvement, and community service.

Focus on a specific issue or topic.

Special Interest Student Governance

Address student needs and express student views. Organizations in this category include Student Government Association, Interfraternity Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, and Panhellenic Council.

YEARLY REGISTRATION FOR RECOGNIZED STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS •

Each recognized student organization must fill out an updated student organization packet

by September 30 of the current academic year in order to be registered with the Student Life Office.

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If a student organization fails to fill out an updated packet by the deadline, they will not be recognized until that packet is filled out. This means that they will not be eligible to reserve rooms on campus, post information on bulletin boards, or request SGA funding.

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If a student organization fails to fill out an updated packet at all during an academic year, that organization will no longer be recognized by the University.

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If a student organization goes unrecognized for a period of two or more years, they will have to start the recognition process over again by turning in the appropriate documents and going before the Campus Life Advisory Committee for approval.

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Organization packets are available on the Student Life website at www.montevallo.edu/StuLife/StudentOrganizations/ClubForms.

CREATING A NEW ORGANIZATION

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Hold an interest meeting on campus. This will help you to see if other students are interested in starting the same club that you want to start. The Student Life Office can help you find a place to hold your interest meetings and you can announce them free of charge in the Alabamian.

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Talk to faculty and staff and see if anyone would be willing to serve as a campus advisor for your new organization.

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Once you have established interest and found a campus advisor, you should get the following documents in order: 1.

A comprehensive statement of purpose.

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A list of the types of activities you plan to host as an organization.

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A constitution and by-laws

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The name of your campus advisor

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You should turn in the above documents to the Director of Student Life in Farmer Hall.

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The Director of Student Life will then set up a meeting of the Campus Life Advisory Committee. Usually this committee meets once a semester, so you may have to wait for the next meeting to occur.

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The Campus Life Advisory Committee will decide if your new organization has sufficiently supplied the documents needed and will then forward your request to the Dean of Students for approval by the President.

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Once your organization has been approved, you will be notified accordingly.

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Once approved, your organization will be authorized to organize and operate for one year.

At the end of the first year, your organization must submit a full and detailed written and oral report of its function and operations to the Campus Life Advisory Committee.

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Following a second year of successful operation on campus and the completion of a second written report, your organization will be fully recognized and registered.

NEW ORGANIZATION GUIDELINES

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Organizations must have at least five student members. If/when membership goes below five members, the organization will be placed on probation for one calendar year. If over the probationary period, the membership does not meet or exceed the required number of members, then the organization will be suspended or declared inactive until such time that there is interest in the organization again.

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Organizations must select a name. No organization may use Greek letters unless they are members of national social fraternities, sororities, or academic honorary organizations.

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Select an advisor who is a full-time faculty or staff member.

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Create a constitution. If the new organization is to be affiliated with a national organization, a copy of the national constitution and by-laws must be submitted; however, the local group must create its own constitution.

DEFINITIONS OF ORGANIZATION STATUSES Recognized Student Organization

A recognized student organization is an organization which has been fully approved by the Campus Life Advisory Committee and has registered with the Student Life Office by 72

September 30 of the current academic year. Recognized student organizations are eligible for a variety of benefits including reserving rooms, posting information on bulletin boards, and applying for Student Government Association funding.

Pending Student Organization A pending student organization is a new organization which is in the process of becoming a recognized student organization on campus. Pending student organizations are eligible for a variety of benefits including reserving rooms and posting information on bulletin boards. Pending student organizations are not eligible to apply for Student Government Association funding.

Probationary Status A student organization which fails to register with the Student Life Office by September 30th of the current academic year will be put on probationary status until they turn in their updated Organization Packet. Organizations on probationary status are not eligible to reserve rooms or post information on bulletin boards. They are also not eligible for Student Government Association funding.

Non-Recognized Status A student organization which fails to register with the Student Life Office at all during the course of an academic year will no longer be recognized by the University. Non-recognized organizations are not eligible for any benefits including use of campus space and Student Government Association funding. If an organization fails to register for two or more consecutive year, that organization will have to follow the guidelines for new organizations and go back before the Campus Life Advisory Committee to re-establish their recognition.

BENEFITS OF RECOGNITION 1.

Possible funding through SGA’s Student Senate Budget and Finance Committee (A written and oral presentation is required)

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Organization information listed on the Student Life website

3.

A group picture placed in the Montage, the yearbook

4.

Notices of meetings and special events placed in the Alabamian, the school newspaper

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Use of University bulletin boards and digital signage

6.

Meetings and announcements placed on the Student Life calendar published on the University website

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The Student Life Office is available for counseling or assisting any organization’s officers or campus advisor.

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Files with constitutions and by-laws of each organization are maintained in the Student Life Office.

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Space reservations are available in various campus buildings or areas when the function is registered in the Student Life Office.

10. Leadership training offered through the Student Life Office.

SGA BUDGET AND FINANCE PROCESS •

The annual allocation of the Student Activity fee shall be conducted during the spring semester for the fiscal year. The fiscal year for the fee shall be October 1–September 30.

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be available in March of each year. They must be turned in to the Student Life Office by the designated deadline in order for an organization to proceed to the oral presentation portion of the process.

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The Budget and Finance Committee of the Student Senate will recommend a monetary allocation of the Student Activity fee by presenting individual bills for individual allocations to the Code of Laws Committee. The Code of Laws Committee will either send the bills back to the Budget and Finance Committee for modification or send the bill to the full Student Senate.

REGULATIONS AND PROCEDURES FOR POSTING AND CHALKING

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When posting in any area, local regulations supersede those set by the Student Life Office.

It is the responsibility of the organization initiating the publicity to comply with all campus regulations.

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Students wishing to post advertisements and notices in buildings are urged to check with the appropriate college or departmental secretaries for rules governing posting in that building or area.

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In order to post in the Residence Halls, you must first obtain approval through Housing and Residence Life in Main Hall (665-6235). They will stamp approved postings, and any item that does not have the official approval stamp on it will be removed.

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Do not place flyers on car windshields or vehicles parked on campus. The cost of removal will be assessed to your organization.

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Flyers and posters must be confined to bulletin boards and designated posting areas.

Posting on walls, windows, doors, sidewalks, fences, buildings, and grounds is strictly prohibited and all publicity placed there, without approval from the Student Life Office will be removed.

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There may be only one poster or flyer publicizing a given activity on a bulletin board.

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Posters must be removed within 48 hours of the completion of the event.

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Activities which are open to members and non-members of the organization may be publicized through general advertising media. However, notification of a meeting or event that is open only to organization members should be made by email or by announcement at meetings. These postings are not allowed.

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Organizations may not co-sponsor an event or display any advertising on or off campus with an alcohol distributor.

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Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs may not be implied, stated, or pictured in organization advertisements.

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All publicity is expected to be in good taste.

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Flyers may be posted on the digital signage. They should be emailed to jbell8@montevallo.edu or cnorman@montevallo.edu in landscape format, saved as a jpg. The measurements of the digital flyer should be width 8.84" of by height of 5." Please send advertisements in a timely manner.

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Posting hints: Be sure posts answer what, when, where, and why, and be sure to include the sponsoring organization’s name or logo on the post.

• The following applies to all chalking on campus: •

Do not chalk under any overhang or breezeway as it takes a very long time to wear away.

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Chalking on buildings or walls is STRICTLY PROHIBITED as they are very difficult to clean.

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Organizations that violate this will be responsible for any costs associated with removal.

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ON-CAMPUS EVENTS 1.

Only organizations that are officially recognized by the University of Montevallo may schedule an event on campus (aside from interest meetings). Inactive organizations or organizations on probation or suspension cannot sponsor activities on the University of Montevallo campus.

2. All organization functions must be registered and approved by the Student Life Office at least two weeks before the date of the event. A registration form detailing the activity must be completed.

3. Events must be approved by the Student Life Office before facility reservations may be made.

4. Events sponsored by recognized student organizations should be within the role, scope, and mission of the sponsoring organization. No activity may be sponsored by a recognized student organization on the UM campus whereby students of other universities or the general public are active participants (i.e. dances, swimming parties, etc.). It is permissible for a student organization to sponsor an event where the general public is admitted as spectators (i.e. lectures, talent shows, pageants, concerts, etc.) provided the activity meets the role and scope of that organization.

5. When an event is open to the public, as well as the University community, the organization must communicate with the Chief of Police to determine if law enforcement is necessary for the event. There may be a charge to the organization in this case.

6. When an event is canceled, it is the responsibility of the student organization to cancel all services it has contracted. Failure to do so will result in charges and fees to the organization.

7. All on-campus events must be alcohol free.

OFF-CAMPUS EVENTS AND ALCOHOL POLICIES 1.

Student organizations or groups will assume complete responsibility for off-campus activities, including the conduct of any and all participants attending such functions.

2.

All organizations scheduling off-campus activities where alcohol will be present must abide by the following guidelines: A. The possession, use, and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages must be in compliance with any and all applicable laws of the state, county, and city.

B. No alcoholic beverages may be purchased through the organization’s treasury nor may the purchase of alcoholic beverages for members or guests be undertaken or coordinated by any member in the name of or on behalf of the chapter.

C. At all organization parties at which alcohol is present, the members of the organization and their guests are responsible for bringing their own alcoholic beverages (BYOB). A cash bar with a licensed and insured vendor may be substituted for BYOB. D. No alcoholic beverages of bulk form (keg, punch, etc.) may be purchased or used.

Providing a common source of alcohol be it beer, punch, or an open bar, implies that it is provided by or on behalf of the organization.

E. No members, collectively or individually, shall purchase for, serve to, or sell alcoholic beverages to any minor.

F. The possession, sale, and/or use of any illegal drugs or controlled substances is strictly prohibited.

G. No organization may co-sponsor an event with an alcohol distributor, charitable organization, or tavern (tavern defined as an establishment generating more than half of annual gross sales from alcohol) where alcohol is given away, sold, or otherwise provided to those present.

H. No organization may co-sponsor or co-finance a function where alcohol is purchased by any of the host groups or organizations.

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OPEN PARTIES where alcohol is present–meaning those with unrestricted access by non-members of the organization without specific invitation–shall be prohibited.

Private parties can be held on organization property or through leasing a facility. A guest list should be retained during private parties and kept on file.

J. No member shall permit, tolerate, encourage, or participate in drinking games.

K. The University strongly encourages hiring of security personnel at any event where alcohol is present.

FUNDRAISING GUIDELINES Student organizations may sell merchandise to raise money for their organization.

Organizations must receive approval from the Student Life Office to sell or distribute the items.

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The Student Life Office should have at least a week’s prior approval of all fundraising events.

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After the event is over, please report to the Student Life Office, in writing, the amount of money your organization raised from the event. This is due within one week of the completion of the event. If it is a service project, please include it on your service activity form for the semester.

3.

All events or sales held within an organization (not sold to outsiders) do not have to be approved or reported.

4.

An organization must receive special permission to use the name of the University of Montevallo and/or the University Seal or Logo on any product to be distributed or sold.

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The fundraiser must not interfere with any University function.

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No two events of the same nature may take place at the same time. Fundraisers are approved on a first-come, first-served basis.

7.

All items to be sold or distributed must reflect good taste and not degrade individuals or groups. They must not detract from the mission of the University.

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All items to be sold or distributed may not include any information that displays or promotes the use of alcohol or other drugs.

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Be very careful with the wording of fundraising events like “raffles.” Raffles and/or events of chance can be considered “gambling,” and this is not allowed on campus. Use the term “donation” when doing these types of events.

10. Failure to adhere to this policy will result in disciplinary action against the organization.

WHOM TO SEE FOR WHAT Advertising Your Event: Newspapers/Campus News Online Calendar of Events

University Relations Student Life

665-6230 665-6565

Student Life Office: Posters Student Life 665-6565 Event Approval Student Life 665-6565 Fundraising Approval Student Life 665-6565 How to Start an Organization Student Life 665-6565 Intramural Sports/Teams Student Life 665-6565 Student Government/ UPC Student Life 665-6565 Greek Life Student Life 665-6565

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Facility Reservations: Palmer, Classrooms, and most other locations

Central Calendar Office

665-6292

Bibb Graves & Myrick

Kinesiology Department

665-6590

Intramural Fields Athletics 665-6600 LeBaron Recital Hall Music Department 665-6670 Student Retreat, Farmer Meeting and Conf. Room, Student Life Center Stage

Student Life

665-6565

Seminars/Workshops Counseling/Career Center

665-6262

Set-Ups/Power Physical Plant

665-6130

Physical Plant

665-6130

Tables/Chairs/Stage/Etc.

Falcon Foods Chartwells 665-8233 Emergency/Security UM Police

665-6155

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SGA Mission Statement

The Student Government Association will strive to facilitate better relationships between the faculty, administration, staff, and the student body. SGA will work to assess problems, make positive improvements, and coordinate change at the University of Montevallo. SGA will promote the ideals of the University, ensure unity through diversity, and be the student voice to the faculty and administration. SGA will serve and represent the opinions and concerns of the student body. Our driving forces will be a representation of student needs, community welfare, and the Spirit of the University of Montevallo.

2013-2014 SGA Officers TBD ..................................................................................................... President Jonathan Evans.............................................................................. Vice President Laura Beth Askelson............................................... Administrative Vice President John Gasson........................................................................................... Treasurer Tanya Hoang ........................................................................... UPC Coordinator Hannah Gentry........................................................................... Student Trustee Abigail Bradley.............................................Higher Ed Day/STARS Coordinator Rachael Swokowski...................................................... Director of Social Services Julia Erwin........................................................................ Senior Class President Jasmin Ivy.....................................................................Freshman Forum Advisor Ondrea Lee.............................................................................Executive Secretary Eddie Davis....................................................................... President Pro-Tempore Kiera Hood............................................................... Director of Public Relations

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University of Montevallo Student Government Association Constitution Last Amended Summer 2012

Preamble Under the authority granted by the Board of Trustees and the President of the University of Montevallo, we establish this constitution for the Student Government Association of the University of Montevallo, in the pursuit of quality education, in the protection and fostering of liberties guaranteed by law, and in the provision of services for the students.

ARTICLE ONE Name of Organization The name of this organization shall be the Student Government Association.

ARTICLE TWO Membership and Privileges Section 1. All registered students at the University of Montevallo are, upon payment of the Student Activity fee, members of this organization; such membership is to be subject to all rules and regulations as may be herein and hereafter enacted by this organization.

Section 2. Members of this organization shall be entitled to vote in Student Government elections.

Section 3. In Student Government Association school or class elections, members may vote only for candidates from the school or class in which they are enrolled.

ARTICLE THREE General Organization Section 1. The Student Government Association shall be organized into three branches: the legislative, the executive, and the judicial.

ARTICLE FOUR Legislative Branch Section 1. All powers granted herein shall be vested in the Student Senate.

Section 2. The Student Senate shall 1.

The senate shall be comprised as follows: a. There will be three senators each from the freshman, sophomore, junior, and senior classes. The three freshman senators shall be elected during the fall election period by the freshman class. Upon election, these senators shall become members of Freshman Forum. b. There will be two senators from the Graduate School. c. Each college will have one senator for every 250 students enrolled in that college based on the enrollment figures from the previous fall semester. An additional senator will represent the number of students exceeding the last whole 250 interval. d. There will be one adult returning student senator, one international student senator, one commuter senator, one athletic senator, and one minority senator. e. There will be one residential senator appointed by the Director of Housing and Residence Life.

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All senators except for freshman and residential senators shall be elected during the spring general elections by a plurality vote of his or her constituents. Any senate position that is not filled by this process will be filled by the President of the Student Senate, with approval of two-thirds of the Student Senate.

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Installation of student senators shall be held before the end of the semester they are elected. Those student senators who are appointed shall be installed at the first senate meeting following their appointment.

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The office term of each senator shall run from the date of his/her installation as a member until the installation of his/her successor unless the member resigns or is removed from office.

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No student may qualify to be a candidate for senator unless he/she plans to be a member of that class, college, or group during the year of service.

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To be eligible to be a senator, the candidate must have a 2.25 cumulative GPA at the University of Montevallo and must maintain this 2.25 cumulative GPA throughout the tenure of office.

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A senator shall be recommended for impeachment by the Senate Clerk if he/she is absent from more than two meetings of the Student Senate during a semester.

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All vacancies occurring in the Student Senate shall be filled by appointment of the President of the Student Senate with the approval of two-thirds of the membership of the Student Senate.

Section 3: POWERS AND DUTIES 1.

The Student Senate shall determine its rules and procedures by a two-thirds vote of its membership.

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The Student Senate may censure or impeach a member by a two-thirds vote of its membership upon recommendation of the Supreme Court.

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The Student Senate shall hold regular meetings at a fixed time and place at least once every two weeks or at the discretion of the chair.

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The presiding officer of the Student Senate shall be the Vice President of the Student Government Association.

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The Student Senate shall elect a President Pro Tempore from among the membership with a majority vote. The President Pro Tempore shall act as presiding officer in the absence of the President of the Senate.

6.

The Student Senate shall have approval of the allocation of the Student Activity Fee of the Student Government Association.

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The Student Senate shall approve appointments of the President of the Student Government Association to the Executive Cabinet by a two-thirds vote of the entire membership.

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The Student Senate, with a two-thirds vote of its membership, shall have the power to require the SGA President to establish temporary standing committees to study problems and propose legislation.

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The Student Senate shall vote on articles of impeachment against the President, Vice President, or any other Student Government Association Officer. Impeachment shall require a two-thirds vote of the membership of the Student Senate.

10. Each senator shall be required to submit four constituent reports per month. Reports will be submitted to the Senate Clerk and kept on file. Failure to do so will result in one unexcused absence from Student Senate.

11. Each senator will be required to serve on one of the Student Senate Standing Committees as described in Chapter 304 of the SGA Code of Laws. The SGA Vice President will determine the number of permitted absences for said committees at the beginning of 80

each legislative semester. Violation of the pre-described number of committee absences will result in one senate meeting absence.

Section 4: STUDENT SENATE PROCEDURES 1.

The quorum for the conduct of business shall be two-thirds of the membership of the Student Senate.

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The President of the Student Senate shall have the right to assume quorum is met.

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All Senators have the right to move for a quorum call.

ARTICLE FIVE Executive Branch

Section 1. All executive powers shall be vested in the President of the Student Government Association who shall be assisted by a Vice President, a Treasurer, and other members of the Executive Cabinet as the President shall appoint.

Section 2. The President of the Student Government Association shall have the following powers and duties: 1.

To submit to the Budget and Finance Committee his/her proposed budget for the year by the date that is set by the committee and the SGA Treasurer.

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To appoint all members of the Executive Cabinet with the approval of two-thirds of the membership of the Student Senate.

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To remove any executive officer that he/she has appointed.

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To call special meetings of the Student Senate.

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To create or abolish Executive Cabinet positions with the approval of two-thirds of the Student Senate.

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To veto Bills of Law passed by the Student Senate. If the President does not veto such acts within ten days after passage, such acts become law without the President’s signature.

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To require, when requested, a written interpretation by the Supreme Court on any provisions of the s or the Student Government Association Code of Laws.

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To present to the Student Senate each semester a report on the Student Government Association activities.

9. To serve as the official representative of the SGA and the student body and attend SGA functions.

10. To maintain a minimum of eight office hours per week.

Section 3. The Vice President of the Student Government Association shall have the following powers and duties: 1.

To execute the powers and duties of the President of the Student Government Association in his/her absence.

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To preside over all meetings of the Student Senate and to cast a vote only in the case of a tie.

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To appoint all committees of the Student Senate and to serve as an ex-officio member of all such committees.

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To keep and make available a permanent record of all the legislation brought forth to the Student Senate. All minutes of Student Senate meetings and a permanent record of the Constitution and the Student Government Association Code of Laws must also be kept.

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To serve as a member of the Executive Cabinet, to attend all of its meetings, and to be subject to its absence policy.

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To file a written report of his/her activities with the SGA Advisor at the end of his/her term.

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To assist the President in all appointments to the Executive Cabinet.

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8.

To maintain a minimum of eight office hours per week.

Section 4. The Treasurer of the Student Government Association shall have the following powers and duties: 1.

To be responsible for the surveillance of all expenditures made by the Student Government Association.

2.

To assist the Chairperson of the Budget and Finance Committee in establishing a date to begin allocation hearings for the Student Activities fee.

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To serve as a member of the Executive Cabinet, to attend all of its meetings, and to be subject to its absence policy.

4.

To execute the duties of and to maintain records concerning the SGA Short-term Loan Program.

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To serve as an ex-officio member of the Budget and Finance Committee.

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To attend all Student Senate meetings, be subject to its absence policy, and have permanent privilege of the floor.

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To maintain a minimum of five office hours per week.

Section 5: ELECTION OF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS 1.

Each candidate for President, Vice President, and Treasurer must have attended the University of Montevallo the semester preceding the election. Each candidate must have been a member of SGA (Cabinet, Senate, Supreme Court, or Freshman Forum) for at least one calendar year immediately preceding the election. Each candidate must have at least a 2.4 GPA at the University of Montevallo, and must maintain at least a 2.4 GPA throughout the term of office.

2.

The President of the SGA must be of at least junior academic status by the beginning of the academic year of which they are to serve.

3.

The President, Vice President, and Treasurer of the Student Government Association shall be elected in the Spring Elections and each must receive at least fifty percent plus one vote of the votes cast in their respective races. Should no candidate receive fifty percent plus one vote of the votes cast in a particular race, a run-off election between the two candidates receiving the most votes shall be held within seven calendar days.

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Elected Executive Officers shall serve a term of one year or until successors are installed.

ARTICLE SIX Judicial Branch

Section 1. JUDICIARY POWER The Judiciary power of the student body shall be vested in the SGA Judiciary Branch.

Section 2. JUDICIARY BRANCH COMPOSITION 1.

The Judiciary Branch shall be composed of the SGA Supreme Court consisting of the Chief Justice and four Associate Justices.

2.

The Chief Justice shall be elected by the members of the Supreme Court.

3. At least three of the five Supreme Court Justices must vote in all Supreme Court decisions.

Section 3: QUALIFICATIONS Each of the five justices must: 1.

Be and remain a full-time student of the University of Montevallo from the time of appointment until the end of his/her term.

2.

Have been enrolled at the University for at least one semester prior to his/her appointment.

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Must have at least a 2.25 cumulative GPA at the time of appointment and must maintain that GPA throughout his/her term.

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Failure to maintain the above stipulations will result in dismissal from office.

Section 4: NOMINATION AND APPROVAL 1.

Any Supreme Court vacancy shall be posted for a minimum of one week before the vacancy may be filled.

2.

All perspective Justices shall submit an application to the SGA Office by a deadline determined by the Chief Justice and/or SGA President.

3.

Vacancies in the Supreme Court shall be filled in the following manner: A. The SGA President shall appoint a maximum of two Justices per office term.

B. Any remaining vacancies shall be filled from Supreme Court applications via nomination and approval by a majority of the voting members of the Student Senate present.

4.

All individuals who are selected to fill a vacant Supreme Court position will serve for the remainder of their respective term.

Section 5: TERMS OF OFFICE 1.

The five Justices shall serve a two-year term or until they resign or fail to meet the required qualifications. If a Justice has to vacate his/her post, a new Justice will be selected in accordance to Article XI, Section 4C.

2.

Justices shall not be part of the Student Senate or the Executive Branch.

Section 6: POWERS AND DUTIES The SGA Supreme Court shall: 1.

Interpret the SGA Constitution and Bylaws and render decisions on questions not specifically covered in any of the aforementioned documents.

2.

Meet whenever called upon by the SGA President, the Election Committee, or by a majority of the voting members of the Student Senate present to decide on questions presented to the Supreme Court by the Student Senate and/or the Executive Branch.

3.

Determine the constitutionality and authority of actions taken by the Executive Branch or the Student Senate.

4.

Establish and/or dissolve committees as deemed necessary for carrying into operation the powers and duties vested in the Constitution by the recommendations of the Chief Justice or a majority of the voting members of the SGA Supreme Court.

ARTICLE SEVEN Absence Policies

Section 1: STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION MEETINGS 1.

All Senators and Executive Cabinet Members must be able to regularly attend scheduled meetings of the SGA in order to be eligible to hold an SGA position.

2.

SGA members enrolled in classes which consistently meet at the time of the regularly scheduled SGA meetings must present their official schedule to the SGA Executive Secretary and/or Senate Clerk for approval and exemption from meeting attendance.

3.

Any other activities which consistently conflict with SGA meetings shall not be deemed activities for which absence from any SGA meeting is excusable.

4.

Failure to carry out a committee assignment by any member shall be deemed an unexcused absence.

Section 2: ABSENCES AND TARDIES 1.

Executive Cabinet member are expected to attend all Executive Cabinet meetings and all Senate meetings.

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2.

Senators are expected to attend all Senate meetings.

3.

Supreme Court Justices are expected to attend all Supreme Court meetings.

4.

Three unexcused tardies shall constitute one unexcused absence. A tardy shall be defined as arriving after the completion of roll call or leaving before official adjournment.

5.

Excuses for missed meetings or functions must be submitted, in writing, to the SGA Executive Secretary and/or Senate Clerk within 48 hours after the meeting or function.

6. Absences that are not excusable include, but are not limited to, campus events; work or meetings conflicting with the regularly scheduled meeting; general out-of-town trips for personal reasons; meetings or events of other organizations (unless those are cleared by the Executive Secretary or Senate Clerk before the absence); studying for major tests, lab reports, or term papers due; and lack of knowledge of an event caused by a previous absence.

7.

Three unexcused absences by a member during one semester will result in the member’s referral to the Supreme Court for impeachment.

ARTICLE EIGHT Removal Procedures

Section 1: PARAMETERS FOR REMOVAL FROM SGA 1.

Members of SGA who are not in compliance with the qualifications or duties of their office can be tried for removal from the organization.

2.

Members must at all times be in compliance with Article X: Conduct of the SGA. Failure to do so will be grounds for trial for removal from the organization.

3.

The SGA Bylaws, Impeachment, and Removal Proceedings shall hereby be empowered to govern the means and justifications for actions resulting in the removal of a member where it is not explained or in conflict with this Constitution.

ARTICLE NINE Bylaws

Section 1: BYLAWS 1.

Any legislation which has more than a temporary effect must be considered by a bylaw.

2.

A two-thirds vote of the Student Senate present is required to pass a bylaw.

ARTICLE TEN Conduct of SGA

Section 1: COMPLIANCE WITH UNIVERSITY OF MONTEVALLO REGULATIONS The Student Government Association and its members agree to uphold and abide by the rules and regulations of the University of Montevallo.

Section 2: ANTI-HAZING STATEMENT Hazing, in any form, is not allowed by the Student Government Association or its individual members. Hazing shall be defined as stated in the University of Montevallo Policy 1:110.

ARTICLE ELEVEN Method of Amendment Section 1. All amendments to this Constitution must be proposed by one of the following methods: 1.

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By a motion and a vote of four-fifths of the membership of the Student Senate.

2.

By a petition presented in writing to the President of Student Government Association carrying the signatures of at least 5% of the membership of the Student Government Association.

Section 2. Proposed amendments to this Constitution shall be adopted by a two-thirds vote of the Student Government Association Senate.

Section 3. All proposed amendments of this Constitution must be approved by the President of the Student Government Association and the President of the University.

Section 4. The ratification of this constitution will cause the older one to expire: officials presently in office will remain in office until the next election.

TITLE I CONSTRUCTION OF LAWS

Student Government Association Code of Laws Chapter 100 - Systems of Student Government Association Laws The following shall be the system of the Student Government Association Code of Laws, to be observed in the official codification of said Laws as established by law: A. There shall be twelve titles, all dealing with related and similar topics and each composed of a number of numerically designated chapters, as follows:

Title I

(100-199)

Code of Laws

Title II

(200-299)

Executive Branch

Title III

(300-399)

Legislative Branch

Title IV

(400-499)

Judicial Branch

Title V

(500-599)

Student Qualification Law

Title VI

(600-699)

Election Law

Title VII

(700-799)

Resignation & Removal Law

Title VIII

(800-899)

Finance Law

Title IX

(900-999)

Bills & Resolutions

Title X

(1000-1099)

Student Publications

Title XI

(1100-1199)

College Night Regulations

Title XII

(1200-1299)

Freshman Forum

TITLE II EXECUTIVE BRANCH LAWS Chapter 200 - Executive Cabinet 200.1 The President of the Student Government Association shall appoint, with approval of two-thirds of the membership of the Student Senate, the members of the Executive Council who shall be responsible for the execution of their duties and who may be removed from office at any time by the President of the Student Government Association.

200.2 The President of the Student Government Association shall serve as the representative to the Presidents’ Council of Alabama Student Government Associations.

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200.3 STUDENT TRUSTEE The Student Senate, in accordance with Executive Order Number 23, issued by the Governor of Alabama on October 29, 1971, shall select the Student Trustee. Annually, following the installation of the new Senate, the President of the SGA shall receive applications from students possessing a 2.50 or above cumulative grade point average. The student must receive a majority of the votes of the Student Senate with a runoff held with the top two vote receivers, if necessary. The Senate Clerk shall notify the President of the University and the Governor of Alabama of the Senate’s choice. The Student Ex-officio Trustee’s appointment will become official upon the approval of the Governor. The same process will fill any vacancies in the post within two weeks of the vacancy.

A. Duties of the Student Trustee include the following: 1. Faithfully attempt to represent the student body, including preparation of valid support for SGA measures that come before the Board of Trustees.

2. Attend all Student Senate meetings, be subject to its absence policy, and have permanent privilege of the floor.

3. Serve as a voting member of the Executive Cabinet and be subject to its absence policy.

4. File a written detailed report with the President of the Senate and the SGA President following each Board of Trustees meeting.

5. Attend Faculty Senate meetings.

200.4 PRESIDENT PRO-TEMPORE A. The Student Senate shall elect, from within its membership, a member to serve as the President Pro Tempore by a majority vote.

B. Duties of the President Pro Tempore shall include the following: 1. Execute the powers and duties of the President of the Student Senate in his/her absence.

2. Serve as voting member of the Executive Cabinet, to attend all of its meetings and be subject to its absence policy.

3. File a written report of his/her activities with the SGA Advisor at the end of his/her term.

4. Ensure that all Executive Cabinet and Student Senate meetings are conducted in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order.

5. Be available to explain provisions of parliamentary procedure in regards to actions of the SGA to the Executive Cabinet, Senate, Freshman Forum members, or to any member of the student body.

200.5 SENIOR CLASS PRESIDENT A. The Duties of the Senior Class President shall be the following: 1. Represent the Senior Class on campus and initiate class activities including, but not limited to, holding one senior class meeting per semester.

2. Attend all meetings of the Executive Cabinet and Student Senate, be subject to their attendance policies, and maintain permanent privilege of the floor.

3. Coordinate the dedication and planning of Elite Night.

4. Act as the representative for the senior robing on Founders’ Day, Fall Graduation, and Spring Graduation.

5. Organize and carry out the Senior Class Project 6. Maintain and post office hours at a minimum of six hours per week.

7. Coordinate the SGA Banquet at which Senate installation will occur.

8. Maintain and post at least five office hours per week.

200.6 UPC COORDINATOR A. The duties of the UPC Coordinator shall be the following: 1. Preside over meetings of the UPC Executive Council.

2. Act as the directing agent of the UPC and ensure that all UPC projects are completed in an efficient manner.

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3.

4.

5.

6.

7.

Serve as an ex-officio member of all UPC Committees.

Maintain and post at least eight office hours per week.

Attend all meetings of the Executive Cabinet and Student Senate, be subject to their absence policy, and maintain permanent privilege of the floor.

Formulate the UPC budget for the coming year and present it to the Budget and Finance Committee at the allocation hearings.

May appoint assistants in any area deemed necessary, subject to a two-thirds approval of the Executive Council.

Chapter 201 - Executive Cabinet Appointments

201.1 The term of office for Executive Appointments shall end upon the 30th day of April or until their successors are installed. The new Executive Appointments shall take place following the spring election of the new SGA President.

201.2 The Executive Cabinet shall consist of the SGA President, Vice President, Treasurer, Student Trustee, President ProTempore, Senior Class President, UPC Coordinator, and the following officials who are appointed by the SGA President with the assistance of the SGA Vice President: A. EXECUTIVE SECRETARY whose duties shall include: 1. Attend and keep minutes of all Executive Cabinet meetings.

2. Notify members of Cabinet meetings.

3. Handle all SGA correspondence, including that of the President, Treasurer, and UPC Coordinator.

4. Organize and compile the SGA Annual Report.

5. Maintain and post a minimum of five office hours per week.

6. Check office hours for Executive Cabinet.

7. Attend all meetings of the Student Senate, be subject to its absence policy, and have permanent privilege of the floor.

B. ADMINSTRATIVE VICE PRESIDENT whose duties shall include: 1. To oversee the production and publication of the Fledgling.

2. Attend all meetings of the Executive Cabinet and Student Senate, be subject to their absence policies, and have permanent privilege of the floor.

3. Maintain and post a minimum of seven office hours per week.

4. Conduct and oversee all elections involving the Student Government Association and Mr. and Ms. University of Montevallo, or any other referendums necessary to the University of Montevallo.

C. DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES whose duties shall include: 1. Conduct and oversee at least four social service projects each semester that will benefit the University, community, or state.

2. Coordinate the Big Event.

3. Maintain and post a minimum of five office hours per week.

4. Attend all meetings of the Executive Cabinet and Student Senate, be subject to their absence policies, and have permanent privilege of the floor.

D. S.T.A.R.S./HIGHER ED DAY COORDINATOR whose duties shall include: 1. Serve as the official University student representative for the Student Teams Advocating Realistic Solutions of Alabama and Higher Education Partnership of Alabama.

2. Attend all S.T.A.R.S./Higher Education Partnership meetings held in Montgomery.

3. Coordinate a committee to implement the S.T.A.R.S. program on campus.

4. Coordinate participation in annual S.T.A.R.S projects.

5. Campaign for campus participation in the Higher Education Rally held annually in Montgomery.

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7.

8.

9.

Coordinate Higher Education Day with the Student Life Office.

Attend all faculty Higher Education Partnership committee meetings.

Oversee coordination of voter registration drives.

Attend all meetings of the Executive Cabinet and Student Senate, be subject to their absence policies, and have permanent privilege of the floor.

E. FRESHMAN FORUM ADVISOR whose duties shall include: 1. Shall be a previous Freshman Forum member at the University of Montevallo when a qualified candidate exists.

2. Attend all Freshman Forum meetings and oversee all activities of the group.

3. Shall be one of the Freshman Forum application judges and shall be part of the interviewing panel.

4. Shall set Freshman Forum members’ attendance policy for campus organizational meetings during each semester, and shall establish what will be acceptable as an excused absence.

5. Shall be able to appoint an assistant advisor that is a previous Freshman Forum member at the University of Montevallo, and whose duties shall be equal to that of the Freshman Forum Advisor.

6. Attend all meetings of the Executive Cabinet and Student Senate, be subject to their absence policies, and have permanent privilege of the floor.

F. SENATE CLERK whose duties shall include: 1. Attend and keep minutes of all Student Senate meetings.

2. Deliver all legislation to the appropriate persons.

3. Notify Student Senate members at least two days prior to all Student Senate meetings unless a special session is called.

4. Assist in organizing and compiling the SGA Annual Report.

5. Maintain and post a minimum of five office hours per week.

6. Check office hours for Senators.

7. Attend all meetings of the Executive Cabinet and Student Senate, be subject to their absence policies, and have permanent privilege of the floor.

G. CHAPLAIN whose duties shall include: 1. Open all meetings of the Executive Cabinet and Student Senate with devotion.

2. Attend all meetings of the Executive Cabinet and Student Senate, be subject to their absence policies, and have permanent privilege of the floor.

3. Coordinate all religious events. These events should emphasize religious diversity.

H. DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC RELATIONS whose duties shall include: 1. Be responsible for publicizing all Student Government Association Events via all available media outlets.

2. Design and distribute SGA e-newsletter.

3. Maintain and update SGA website, blog and social network sites.

4. Attend all meetings of the Executive Council and Student Senate, be subject to their absence policies, and have permanent privilege of the floor.

5. Maintain and post a minimum of five office hours per week.

201.3 Each Executive Cabinet member will be required to serve on one of the Student Senate Committees as described in Chapter 304 of the Student Government Association Code of Laws. Each Committee Chair shall determine the number of permitted absences for each committee at the beginning of each legislative semester. Violation of the pre-determined number of committee absences will result in one unexcused Senate absence.

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Chapter 202 - Executive Salary Law 202.1 Salaries may be paid to SGA Executive Cabinet.

202.2 Salaries are hereby set as follows:

Monthly Rate

Yearly Total

A. President $200.00 $2200.00 B. Vice President $175.00 $1925.00 C. Treasurer $130.00 $1430.00 D. UPC Coordinator $175.00 $1925.00 E. Senate Clerk $50.00 $550.00 F. Executive Secretary $75.00 $825.00 G. Administrative Vice President $100.00 $1100.00 H. Director of Public Relations

$50.00

$550.00

I.

Director of Social Services

$50.00

$550.00

J.

STARS/Higher Ed Coordinator

$50.00

$550.00

K. Senior Class President $100.00 $1100.00 L. Freshman Forum Advisor

$50.00

$550.00

M. Pro-tempore $25.00 $275.00 N. Student Trustee $75.00 $825.00 202.3 Student Government Association executive salaries shall be paid only to students actually in office. Temporary officials shall receive the salary of the officer whom they replace.

202.4 All SGA officials shall receive eleven-month salaries beginning with June and lasting through the month of April, on the condition that they maintain office hours during months they are receiving payment. Those receiving eight-month salaries shall be paid for the months beginning with September and through the month of April.

TITLE III LEGISLATIVE BRANCH Chapter 300 - Organization of the Senate 300.1 Student Senate Officers A. The President of the Student Senate shall be the Vice President of the Student Government Association.

B. The Senate Clerk shall notify Senators of all meetings of the Student Senate.

C.

A President Pro Tempore, elected from the membership of the Student Senate by a majority vote, shall be the temporary presiding officer of the Student Senate in the absence of the President.

300.2 Calling of Student Senate Meetings The Vice President of the Student Government Association shall have the power to call meetings of the Student Senate. This officer shall call a meeting of the Student Senate if requested to do so by a petition of one-half of the members of the Student Senate holding office at the time the petition is presented. The Student Senate may also call a meeting by a majority vote. The Senate Clerk shall be responsible for notifying Senators of all special meetings.

300.3 Parliamentary Authority Robert’s Rules of Order shall be the parliamentary authority for the conduct of the Student Senate.

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Chapter 301 - Coding of Bills of Law and Resolutions 301.1 The President and the Clerk of the Student Senate shall keep a file of SGA Bills of Law and Resolutions. All SGA Bills of Law shall be signed by the SGA President and the President of the University of Montevallo indicating their approval of the legislation.

301.2 All bills and resolutions must be submitted by at least two student senators.

Chapter 302 - Action by the President of the Student Government Association A. Upon receipt of a Bill or Resolution, the President of the SGA shall have ten days to approve or veto.

B. The President of the SGA shall submit to the Student Senate all vetoed bills with the reasons in writing for such action.

C. Bills or resolutions not acted upon by the SGA President within ten days shall be treated as approved.

D. The Student Senate shall have the power to override a Presidential veto with a vote of two-thirds of its membership.

Chapter 303 - Action by the President of the University of Montevallo A. Upon receipt of a bill or resolution, the President of the University of Montevallo shall have fifteen days to approve, veto, give recommended amendments to, or give notice that final action is deterred and supply a reason for such action.

B. The President of the University of Montevallo shall submit with all vetoed or amended bills the reasons in writing for such action.

C. Bills not acted on by the President of the University of Montevallo within fifteen days shall be treated as approved.

Chapter 304 - Student Senate Standing Committees 304.1 Code of Laws Committee A. The Code of Laws Committee shall consist of six members of the Student Senate, one of whom must be the Student Senate President Pro Tempore; these members have voting privileges. The SGA Vice President, the Administrative Vice President, and the Senate Clerk of the SGA shall be nonvoting ex-officio members. The Student Government Association Vice President shall reserve the right to appoint two persons from the student body as nonvoting members.

B. The committee shall have the following duties: 1. To study all recommended changes in Bills of Law made by the President of the University of Montevallo, the President of the Student Government Association, any member the Student Senate, and any member of the Student Body.

2. To make recommendations to the Student Senate concerning proposed changes in Bills of Law. These recommendations shall be submitted in writing to the membership of the Student Senate.

3. To study all Bills of Law to insure consistency with the Constitution.

4. To assist the Administrative Vice President in the publication of The Fledgling.

C. The Code of Laws Committee shall meet at the request of the Administrative Vice President, who shall serve as the Chairperson, or at the request of the SGA Vice President.

D. The President of the Student Senate shall appoint a secretary. The secretary’s duties shall include keeping a record of minutes, providing copies of these minutes to the Executive and Senate secretaries, and publishing a committee report for the SGA Annual Report.

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304.2 Publicity Committee A. The Publicity committee shall consist of six members of the Student Senate; these members have voting privileges. The Vice President of the Student Government Association, the Director of Publicity, and three members of Freshman Forum shall be nonvoting exofficio members. Also present will be two persons, appointed by the Student Government Association Vice President, from the student body as nonvoting members.

B. The committee shall assist the Director of Publicity in publicizing all SGA events.

C. The Publicity committee shall meet at the request of the President of the Student Senate, the Director of Publicity, or at the discretion of the chair, which shall be appointed by the Director of Publicity.

D. The President of the Student Senate shall appoint a secretary. The secretary’s duties shall include keeping a record of minutes, providing a copy of these minutes to the Executive Secretary and Senate Clerk, and publishing a committee report for the SGA Annual Report.

304.3 Budget and Finance Committee A.

The committee shall consist of seven members of the Student Senate. The Treasurer and the Vice President of the SGA and three members of Freshman Forum shall be non-voting ex-officio members. Also present will be two persons, appointed by the Student Government Association Vice President, from the student body as nonvoting members.

B. The Budget and Finance Committee should make preliminary written recommendations to the Student Government Association for the allocation of the Student Activity fee and the Leadership Development Fund. This recommendation shall be made within two weeks after the hearings take place.

C. The Budget and Finance committee will work with the Treasurer of the Student Government Association to maintain a surveillance of Student Activity fee funds and to assist the Treasurer in the performance of duties.

D. The Budget and Finance committee shall meet at the request of the Treasurer, the President of the Student Senate, or at the discretion of the Chairman, who shall be appointed by the President of the Student Senate.

E. The President of the Student Senate shall appoint a secretary. The secretary’s duties shall include keeping a record of minutes, providing a copy of these minutes to the Executive Secretary and Senate Clerk, and publishing a committee report for the SGA Annual Report.

304.4 STARS Committee A. The STARS Committee shall consist of four members of the Student Senate; these members shall have voting privileges. The Vice President of the SGA and the STARS Coordinator of the SGA and three members of Freshman Forum shall be nonvoting exofficio members. Also present will be two persons, appointed by the SGA Vice President, from the student body as nonvoting members.

B. The STARS Committee shall assist the STARS Coordinator in all activities including, but not limited to, the following: 1. Informing the campus community and its surrounding areas about the importance of higher education.

2. Planning and promoting the Higher Education Rally.

3. Recruiting members for the Higher Education Partnership.

C. The STARS committee shall meet at the request of the President of the Student Senate, the STARS Coordinator, or at the discretion of the Chairman, who shall be appointed by the President of the Student Senate.

D. The President of the Student Senate shall appoint a secretary. The secretary’s duties shall include keeping a record of minutes, providing a copy of these minutes to the Executive Secretary and Senate Clerk, and publishing a committee report for the SGA Annual Report.

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304.5 Student Interest Committee A. The Student Interest Committee shall consist of three members of the Student Senate; these members have voting privileges. The Vice President of the Student Government Association and up to two members of the Freshman Forum shall be nonvoting exofficio members. Also present will be an additional person, appointed by the Student Government Association Vice President, from the student body as a nonvoting member.

The presence of two voting members constitutes a quorum.

B. The committee shall gauge public opinion of the students through the use of surveys and forums based on the discretion of the committee.

C. This committee will meet at the discretion of the Chairman, who shall be appointed by the President of the Student Senate.

304.6 Cafeteria Committee A. The Cafeteria Committee shall consist of three members of the Student Senate; these members have voting privileges. The Vice President of the Student Government Association and up to two members of the Freshman Forum shall be nonvoting ex-officio members. The Student Trustee shall also be a non-voting, ex-officio member. Also present will be an additional person, appointed by the Student Government Association Vice President, from the student body as a nonvoting member. The presence of two voting members shall constitute a quorum.

B. The committee will be charged with addressing any concerns from students about the cafeteria and other food vendors on campus.

C. The committee shall perform regular evaluations of the cafeteria and its services.

D. The committee shall give a progress report of the cafeteria and its services at the end of each semester, to be submitted to the President of the Student Government Association, the Director of Student Life, Dean of Students, and the manager of the cafeteria.

TITLE IV JUDICIAL BRANCH LAWS 400.1 All judicial power shall be vested in the Supreme Court and if needed the Campus Life Advisory Committee and those minor courts and officials that may be determined in conjunction with the Dean of Students.

TITLE V STUDENT QUALIFICATIONS LAW Chapter 500 – Executive Cabinet To serve as an appointed member of the Executive Cabinet, a student must have a 2.25 cumulative GPA to qualify and must maintain this GPA throughout the tenure of office. A student must be enrolled for at least one semester prior to cabinet position selection.

Chapter 501 – Student Representatives on University Committees For a student to serve on a University Committee, a student must have a 2.25 cumulative GPA to qualify and must maintain a 2.25 cumulative GPA during tenure. A student must also have been enrolled for at least one semester prior to serving on a committee.

TITLE VI ELECTION LAWS Chapter 600 – Election Officials 600.1 All official SGA Elections shall be governed by an Election Committee. The Election Committee will consist of the SGA President, Administrative Vice President, SGA Advisor, and 92

three senators (who are not running for re-election) appointed by the SGA Vice President. The Administrative Vice President shall serve as Chairman of the Committee.

Chapter 601 – Qualifications 601.1 Only one Senator – who shall serve as President Pro Tempore – may hold more than one SGA office during one academic year. If a student is elected to serve on the Legislative Branch of the SGA and is later appointed to serve in the Executive Branch, said student must resign his or her Senate position, and the SGA Vice President shall immediately find a qualified candidate to fill the vacancy.

601.2 General qualifications for all SGA Senate positions shall be as follows: A. A student must have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.25 at the University of Montevallo.

B. A student must file an application form.

C. A student may not be on social or academic probation.

D. A student may run for only one office.

601.3 SGA elected offices and their qualifications are as follows: A. The President, Vice President, and Treasurer of the SGA must have attended the University of Montevallo the semester prior to the semester of the election. They must have at least a 2.4 cumulative GPA at the University of Montevallo, and must maintain this 2.4 cumulative GPA through their tenure of office.

B. The Senior Class President must be of senior status by the beginning of the academic year of service in the position. He/she must have attended the University of Montevallo the semester prior to the semester of the election, must have at least a 2.4 cumulative GPA at the University of Montevallo, and must maintain a 2.4 throughout their tenure of office.

C. The University Programming Council Coordinator must be an incoming sophomore, junior, or senior; have attended the University of Montevallo one semester prior to the semester of election; and have at least a 2.4 cumulative GPA. 601.4 The dates of qualification periods shall be determined by the unanimous agreement of the SGA President, Administrative Vice President and SGA Advisor.

601.5 A candidate, in order to qualify for an SGA office, must complete an SGA application form and return the form, along with the form’s required information, to the designated location by the set deadline.

601.6 The Election Committee and the Supreme Court will meet within 48 hours of the mandatory election meeting to verify the eligibility of all candidates.

601.7 If a candidate’s eligibility is in question, he/she has the right to address the Election Committee at the verification meeting.

Chapter 602 – Schedule of Elections 602.1 The SGA President and Administrative Vice President will conduct at least two mandatory campaign meetings prior to the start of Formal Campaigning.

A. All candidates are required to attend at least one of the mandatory meetings.

B. The purpose of these meetings will be to inform candidates of all campaign guidelines and of the timetable of elections, debates, and formal campaigning.

C. If candidates do not attend a campaign meeting, they will not be allowed to participate in the election unless they have extenuating circumstances and have been granted special permission by the SGA Advisor, the SGA President, and the Administrative Vice President to miss the meetings.

602.2 Prior to any regular election, an election guide should be posted for students to see. This should be done following the mandatory election meeting and before polls open.

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602.3 Formal campaigning shall begin on dates set by the SGA President, Administrative Vice President, and SGA Advisor.

602.4 Installation of the elected SGA officials shall take place at the SGA Banquet. Appointed officers shall take office upon the approval of the Student Senate.

Chapter 603 – Formal Campaigning 603.1 The Election Committee shall oversee formal campaigning for all elections. If the Administrative Vice President is campaigning, the SGA President and the SGA Advisor shall temporarily select a person to fulfill this obligation.

603.2 Formal campaigning shall be defined as: A. The appearance or presentation of a candidate or a candidate’s platform for the purpose of soliciting votes.

B. The display of campaign material as defined in Section 603.3.

C. Any campaigning organized or approved by the Election Committee (including, but not limited to, newsletters or debates).

603.3 Campaign material shall be defined as flyers, one outdoor billboard, one indoor paper billboard, handbills, sidewalk chalk, nametags, and doorknockers.

A. Billboards shall not exceed 8 x 4’. The outdoor billboard must be placed in front of the University of Montevallo Bookstore. The indoor billboard must be placed in Anna Irvin Dining Hall, only after receiving permission.

B. Flyers shall not exceed 17” x 22”. No banners will be permitted. Flyers shall only be placed on the inside of University of Montevallo buildings in accordance with the University posting policy. No flyers shall be placed on the exterior walls or outdoor University or State property.

C. Handbills and doorknockers shall not exceed 8-1/2” x 14”. A handbill can only be distributed by hand. Door-knockers may be placed on residence hall room doors only, and only if the Administrative Vice President has received special permission from Housing and Residence Life for the candidates to do so.

D. Nametags shall not exceed 3” x 5”.

E. Candidates shall not purchase or distribute any materials not outlined.

603.4 Campaigning Limitations Campaigning Limitation may be set by the Election Committee. The following apply to all candidates: A. No campaigning shall be allowed prior to the verification meeting. The Election Committee will set an official date for campaigning to begin.

B. If SGA sets up physical polling sites, no campaigning shall be conducted within the area of the SGA physical polls on election days. This area shall be defined by the Election Committee and communicated in writing to all candidates during the Mandatory Meetings.

C. No candidate may use a public address system or radio time as any form of advertising during the campaign, unless authorized by the Election Committee.

D. Candidates are prohibited from participating in any sort of negative campaigning. Negative campaigning, or mudslinging, as defined by Oxford English Dictionary is “the exchange of insults of abuse; specifically, the use of criticism and accusation, especially unjust ones, to damage the reputation of an opponent.” Any slanderous, libelous, or otherwise negative statements or actions by one candidate regarding another candidate are considered negative campaigning. Participation in any campaigning deemed inappropriate by the Election Committee may result in disqualification.

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E. Campaigning with the use of mass emails is considered unsolicited propaganda and is prohibited.

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No candidate or member of his/her election staff may make use of SGA resources with the intention of soliciting votes for his/her position. Furthermore, the SGA Office/Student Life Office may not be used to campaign for a position with the use of any form of propaganda.

G. No candidate may run for more than one office during any given election.

H. Online campaigning will be allowed on personal social networking sites or personal webpages only.

603.5 All campaign expenditures must be documented and available on request of any election official. Total expenditures shall be limited to $200 for President, Vice President, Treasurer, Senior Class President, and University Program Council Director. All other elected positions shall be limited to $50.

Chapter 604 – Election Violations 604.1 Violations of the Elections Laws by a candidate may result in a disqualification. The exact penalty will be determined by the SGA Election Committee.

604.2 Any person may report a violation of the election laws to the Election Committee.

604.3 Violations shall include, but not be limited to, the following: A. Violation of election procedures and regulations B. Violation of the Student Government Association Constitution and Code of Laws C. Violation of the Student Conduct Code D. Violation of any local, state, or federal law E. Conduction of seriously unethical campaign practices Chapter 605 – Due Process of Protests, Violations, and Appeals 605.1 All protests of elections and reports of violations shall meet all of the following: A. Shall be in written form.

B. Shall be signed by eye witness, if any exist.

C. Shall include any evidence.

D. Shall be received by the SGA Advisor no later than two hours after the close of the polls.

605.2 Parties involved in filing an appeal as well as any individual charged in an appeal must be notified in writing of their rights within 12 hours after the appeal is filed.

605.3 Each valid report of violation shall be reviewed by the Election Committee no later than 24 hours after all parties have been informed of the appeal.

605.4 The Election Committee’s decision may be appealed by either party to the SGA Supreme Court within 24 hours of notification of the Election Committee’s decision.

605.5 The SGA Supreme Court shall meet no later than 24 hours after all parties have been informed that an appeal of the Election Committee’s decision has been filed.

605.6 The structure for appellate hearing for both the Election Committee and Supreme Court shall be as follows: A. Both parties shall be permitted to present a case.

B. The party appealing the decision of the Election Committee shall present his/her case first.

C. Any attorney present may only visit with his/her client and may never address others involved, including the appellate body, as this is a student tribunal.

D. Witnesses, if any, may be called in when needed, but must leave the tribunal upon completion of their testimony.

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E. After each party concludes his/her case, the appellate body members may ask questions of only that party.

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Closing remarks made by each party may last only three minutes, beginning with the party submitting the appeal. This party may use all three minutes at this time or only a portion thereof and use the remainder of the three minutes for rebuttal after the three minute closing remarks made by the other party.

G. After closing remarks are completed, the parties will leave the tribunal while the SGA appellate body deliberates and renders a binding decision to all parties.

605.7 The results of any race for which an appeal has been filed will be withheld until the resolution of the appeal process.

605.8 Only in the case of extreme and unusual situations may the Election Committee or Supreme Court order a new election, either in full or in part. This decision would also need to be approved by the Campus Life Advisory Committee.

Chapter 606 – Mr. and Ms. University of Montevallo 606.1 Mr. and Ms. University of Montevallo guidelines for nominations and elections are as follows: A. Nominees for Mr. and Ms. University of Montevallo must have senior status at the time of receiving applications and have attended the University of Montevallo for the two previous semesters.

B. A student may not be on social or academic probation.

C. The application and primary election periods shall be held in the fall semester. From the primary election, the top three male and female applicants will be chosen. The final election will be held in the spring semester prior to College Night. The Administrative Vice President, with the approval of the SGA Vice President, shall set the dates.

D. In primary elections, all enrolled students will be eligible to vote for three male and three female candidates. In the final election, all enrolled students will be eligible to vote for one male and one female candidate.

E. The SGA will provide an Election Guide that will be available to all students. The Primary Election Guide will contain all of the candidates’ contributions and will be available five class days prior to the primary election. The Final Election Guide will contain only the final male and female candidates’ contributions and their pictures and will be available five class days prior to the final election.

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There will be no formal campaigning, as defined in Chapter 603, allowed.

G. Winners will be announced on the Friday night of College Night.

TITLE VII RESIGNATION AND REMOVAL Chapter 701 – Resignation 701.1 All elected Student Government Association Officers who wish to resign shall submit a written resignation to the SGA President that shall be read aloud by the Senate Clerk to the full Senate at the next meeting thereof.

701.2 All appointed Executive Cabinet members who wish to resign shall submit a written resignation to the Student Government Association president that shall be read aloud to all Executive Cabinet Members at the next meeting thereof. The president may also forward the resignation to the Senate Clerk to be read aloud at the next Senate meeting.

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Chapter 702- Impeachment Proceedings 702.1 Impeachment Proceedings A. Impeachment proceedings must be initiated by a formal appeal to the Supreme Court, which may be filed by any member of the student body, excluding Supreme Court Justices. The SGA Executive Secretary and Senate Clerk shall file appeals for excess absences of SGA members.

B. A simple majority of the voting members of the Student Senate present shall approve the impeachment recommendation by the Supreme Court to impeach a member of the SGA when it deems the member unfit for membership.

1. In the case of a Supreme Court Justice Impeachment, the member being impeached will not count toward a majority vote or have a voice at the meeting.

C. The impeached member of the SGA shall be tried by the Senate with the SGA President serving as Chairman during the removal hearing (or Vice President if the President is implicated by the charges or is absent).

D. The impeached member of the SGA may be removed by a two-thirds vote of the voting members of the Student Senate present.

E. If a student is impeached from SGA, they are not eligible to run for or be appointed to an SGA position in the future.

Chapter 703- Notification 703.1 Following the Senate’s decision regarding impeachment, the removed member shall be notified by the Executive Secretary or Senate Clerk of his or her removal within 24 hours of the Senate’s decision.

Chapter 704- Replacement 704.1 A member to replace the removed member shall be appointed according to the articles of the SGA Constitution.

TITLE VIII FINANCE LAW Chapter 800 - Student Activities Fee Allocation Process The annual allocation of the Student Activities fee shall be conducted during the Spring Semester for the following fiscal year. The fiscal year for the fee shall be October 1 - September 30.

Chapter 801 - Presentation of Funding Request Each student organization which has been officially recognized by the Student Life Office that seeks funding from the Budget and Finance Committee shall be required to make both a written and an oral presentation to the Budget and Finance Committee of the Student Senate.

If both presentations are not made, the organization’s request will be denied.

Chapter 802 - Senate Procedure 802.1 The Budget and Finance Committee of the Student Senate will recommend any monetary allocation of the Student Activities fee by presenting individual resolutions for individual allocations to the Code of Laws Committee.

TITLE IX BILLS & RESOLUTIONS Chapter 901-Process of Proposed Bill or Resolutions 901.1 A bill or resolution proposed by a member (or members) of the SGA must be submitted to the Administrative Vice President.

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901.2 The Administrative Vice President will then submit the proposed legislation to the Code of Laws Committee for review.

901.3 If the Code of Laws Committee finds fault in the legislation, the author(s) must resubmit a corrected proposal to the President of the Student Senate.

901.4 After the Code of Laws Committee approves the proposed legislation, the President of the Student Senate will present the proposal in the next Student Senate meeting during new business. Every Senator in attendance will receive a copy of the legislation.

901.5 No discussion or voting will occur during the meeting when the legislation is presented for the first time. If it is necessary, “yes” or “no” questions may be asked of the author(s) in order to clarify any misunderstandings.

901.6 Senators shall have until the next Senate meeting to review the legislation and may make any suggestions they deem necessary, as well as receive input from the student body.

901.7 At the next meeting after the initial presentation, the legislation will be brought up again as old business. At this time, the proposed legislation will be re-read, and the author(s) will have 2 minutes for opening remarks. The legislation will be discussed, and any written amendments shall be considered. The Senate shall vote on whether or not to include the amendment. Any accepted amendments become an immediate part of the proposed legislation and do not require resubmission. If senators feel that they are not ready to vote on the issue, it can be tabled until the next meeting. Prior to the final vote on the legislation, the author(s) shall have one minute for a closing statement.

Chapter 902 – Effective Date 902.1 All bills and resolutions passed by the Student Senate go into effect the following fall semester unless otherwise specified.

902.2 If otherwise, the effective date of the bill or resolution must be clearly stated in a separate clause in the body of the piece of legislation.

Chapter 903 - Correcting Typographical and Other Minor Grammatical Errors 903.1 The Code of Laws Committee will have the authority to change any typographical and minor grammatical errors in the SGA Code of Laws and Constitution provided that the change does not alter the substance and/or meaning of the section being amended.

903.2 Such changes will only be passed through the committee with the approval of two-thirds of the Code of Laws Committee.

903.3 The Administrative Vice President shall note all changes made and include them in the annual revisions of the Code of Laws.

Chapter 904 – Constitutional Amendments 904.1 Referenda for constitutional amendments shall be called by the President of the SGA no sooner than 14 days or later than 28 days following the approval of the President of the University.

TITLE X STUDENT PUBLICATIONS Chapter 1000 – Student Publications Board 1000.1 Since the student publications should operate without governmental influence, the supervisory, policy-making, and financial aspects of student publications are vested in the Student Publications Committee (SPC), which is composed of University of Montevallo faculty, staff, and students.

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TITLE XI COLLEGE NIGHT REGULATIONS 1100.1 The College Night Committee–which is comprised of students, staff, and faculty–is responsible for the administration of all College Night activities.

TITLE XII FRESHMAN FORUM 1200.1 Forum Structure A. The Freshman Forum shall be constructed of 10 to 20 students of freshman classification at the University of Montevallo.

B. Each representative from Freshman Forum will be present at all SGA Senate meetings each semester and three Executive Cabinet meetings per semester. Members will be allowed two absences from a Freshman Forum related activity with an excused absence.

C. The Freshman Forum Advisor will set the standards for excused absences. Three instances of tardiness to Freshman Forum will result in dismissal from Freshman Forum. An appointment will be made by the Freshman Forum advisor to replace this person.

D. A replacement name shall come from the next available person whose interview score was the next highest. If no interview applicants are available, a name is to be submitted from the list of general applicants. Providing none of the original applicants are available, the advisor is to nominate an individual who he/she feels will contribute to the Forum.

E. Freshman Forum representatives shall have permanent speaking rights at all Student Senate meetings but will not be granted voting privileges. The elected Freshman Senators from shall retain voting privileges in Student Senate.

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Each representative from the Freshman Forum will be present at all scheduled Freshman Forum meetings unless properly excused by the advisor. Freshman Forum meetings shall consist of: 1. Lessons in parliamentary procedure 2. The political structure and policies of the University 3. An in-depth review of the Fledgling 4. A review of campus administration and how to contact administrators 5. How to write legislation 6. Review of past legislation and its effect on campus 7. History of the University and how this affects the student body

G. Meetings may also include guest speeches from campus officials or other speakers and attendance at other campus meetings, such as College Night Committee, Interfraternity Council, National Panhellenic Council, and University Program Council. Meetings shall also consist of topics the advisor and members feel are important. Time should be set aside for the planning of special events and activities held by the Forum.

H. Freshman Forum members are required to maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.50. Failure to comply will result in dismissal from the Freshman Forum. An appointment will be made by the Freshman Forum Advisor as stated in 1100.1, D to replace this person.

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The quorum for the conduct of business shall be two-thirds of the membership of Freshman Forum. All decisions made by the Freshman Forum must be made by majority vote. All members share equal voting power.

1200.2 Freshman Forum Selection Process A. The members of Freshman Forum shall be chosen within one month of the beginning of each fall semester by an application and/or interview process.

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B. Applications shall be due at the start of the fall semester on a date set by the Advisor.

Applications should consist of the following: 1. An application form with appropriate contact information.

2. A résumé listing previous high school and community activities and honors.

C. The above requirements will be the only basis for grading applications.

D. The application judges shall consist of Freshman Forum Advisor, Administrative Vice President, and SGA President.

E. The remaining applicants shall be interviewed by a diverse panel of judges including, but not limited to, one male, one female, and various races, and consisting of the following: 1. SGA President 2. Freshman Forum Advisor 3. SGA Vice President 4. Treasurer 5. SGA Advisor 1200.3 Election and Voting of Senators and Officers A. Three Freshmen Senators will be elected from the Freshman Class. The election will take place during the fall Mr. and Ms. Montevallo preliminary elections.

B. The President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Chaplain of Freshman Forum will be chosen from the Freshman Forum members. They will be elected by open floor and/or self-nominations and voted on by the remaining members.

C. All Freshman Senators will not only participate in Student Senate, but will also be required to adhere to the Freshman Forum guidelines.

D. All proposed bills will be discussed by a quorum of the members at a prior meeting before a bill is put before Student Senate. These votes will be used as guidelines for the three Freshman Senators voting in the Student Senate.

E. Any Freshman Forum member may be impeached by a vote of two-thirds of Freshman Forum. This vote can only be taken when a quorum of Freshman Forum is present. The Freshman Forum Advisor shall choose a new member of the Freshman Forum to replace the impeached member. If the impeached member is an officer in Freshman Forum, the Freshman Forum will vote for a replacement from their own body.

1200.4 Freshman Forum Executive Officers A. PRESIDENT whose duties shall include: 1. Have responsibility for the operation of Freshman Forum in conjunction with the Freshman Forum Advisor.

2. Preside over regular and special meetings of Freshman Forum.

B. VICE PRESIDENT whose duties shall include: 1. Perform the duties of the President in his/her absence, inability to serve, or at his/ her request.

2. Oversee all activities of Freshman Forum committees formed.

3. Assist the SGA Vice President in assigning members of Freshman Forum to SGA standing committees.

4. Schedule required meeting attendance, as stated in 1100.1 Section D. C. SECRETARY whose duties shall include: 1. Keep minutes of all Freshman Forum meetings.

2. Be responsible for official correspondence of Freshman Forum, unless otherwise provided for.

3. Notify members of all Freshman Forum meetings.

4. Shall be responsible for delivering the Freshman Forum’s yearly report to the Executive Secretary.

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D. TREASURER whose duties shall include: 1. Be responsible for general supervision of finances, as they exist.

2. Act as liaison for Freshman Forum between the SGA Treasurer and the UPC Coordinator.

E. CHAPLAIN whose duties shall include: 1. Open all Freshman Forum meetings with devotion.

UNIVERSITY PROGRAM COUNCIL CONSTITUTION AND BYLAWS CONSTITUTION PREAMBLE We, the members of the Student Government Association at the University of Montevallo, in order to coordinate and execute the entertainment function within the University proper; to promote cooperation among student, faculty, and administration, do hereby establish this constitution.

This constitution will be effective immediately upon the approval of the SGA Executive Cabinet, the SGA President, and the President of the University of Montevallo.

ARTICLE I Name of Organization Section 1. The name of this organization shall be the University Program Council.

Section 2. The University Program Council will be under the auspices of the SGA Executive Cabinet.

ARTICLE II Membership Section 1. Any registered student of the University of Montevallo may apply for membership on the University Program Council; such membership is to be subject to the provisions of this Constitution, Bylaws, and all rules and regulations adopted pursuant thereto.

Section 2. Each committee shall have as many members as necessary for the proper administration of its functions.

ARTICLE III General Organization Section 1. The University Program Council shall consist of a Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator, Secretary, Public Relations Chair, and a Council of general members.

Section 2. The Director of Student Life or a representative shall serve as the advisor to the University Program Council.

Section 3. The SGA Executive Cabinet and UPC Officers shall be the policy-making body for the University Program Council.

ARTICLE IV Executive Council Section 1. The Executive Council shall be the governing body of the University Program Council.

Section 2. The Executive Council shall consist of the Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator, Secretary, Public Relations Chair, and the SGA President. The SGA President shall vote only in the case of a tie.

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Section 3. The Executive Council shall meet on the call of the coordinator.

Section 4. All meetings of the Executive Council shall be open to the public, except when the Executive Council shall deem itself in Executive Session. Executive Session can only be called in the case of discussing the good name and character of an individual.

ARTICLE V Selection of Coordinator and Committee Chairmen Section 1. Coordinator A. The University Program Council Coordinator shall be elected in the Student Government Association spring elections.

B. All candidates for UPC Coordinator must have at least a 2.4 cumulative GPA at the University of Montevallo and must maintain this GPA throughout the tenure of office.

C. All candidates are subject to all rules and regulations set forth in the SGA election laws.

D. The UPC Coordinator shall serve the same term of office as the elected officials of the Student Government Association.

E. Any vacancy in the office of UPC Coordinator shall be filled by the Executive Council by plurality vote.

Section 2. UPC Officers A. The coordinator shall receive applications for the Officer positions.

B. All Officers must have at least a 2.25 cumulative GPA at the University of Montevallo and must maintain this GPA throughout the tenure of office.

C. The UPC general membership shall elect the Officers of the UPC (with the exception of the Coordinator), and they must be approved by the SGA Executive Cabinet.

D. The same process as described in Article V, Section 2, shall fill any vacancies in any of the Officer positions.

ARTICLE VI Bylaws Section 1. When consistent with the Constitution, Bylaws may be adopted and amended by a 2/3 vote of the Executive Council.

ARTICLE VII Amendments Section 1. The power to amend and repeal the Constitution or any part thereof rests in the SGA Executive Cabinet. This power may only be exercised with a 2/3 vote of the members present.

Section 2. Amendments may not be voted on at the same Cabinet meeting at which they are presented.

BYLAWS ARTICLE I Duties of the Coordinator Section 1. The Coordinator of the University Program Council shall have the following powers and duties: A. Preside over meetings of the Executive Council.

B. Act as the directing agent of the officers and ensure that all UPC projects are completed in an efficient manner.

C. Serve as an ex-officio member of all UPC committees.

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D. Maintain a minimum of eight office hours per week.

E. Attend all meetings of the Student Senate and Executive Cabinet, be subject to its absence policy, and maintain permanent privilege of the floor.

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Formulate the UPC budget for the coming year and present it to the Budget and Finance Committee at the allocation hearings.

G. May appoint assistants in any area deemed necessary, subject to a 2/3 approval of the Executive Council.

H. UPC Coordinator shall be responsible for monitoring the UPC budget and submitting a proposed budget to the Budget and Finance Committee at the SGA allocation hearing.

ARTICLE II Officer Duties Section 1. Officer Duties A. The UPC Assistant Coordinator shall have the following duties: 1. Coordinate the membership application and selection process for the UPC general members.

2. Serve on committees and attend meetings in the absence of the UPC Coordinator.

3. Share responsibilities of event planning and attendance with the UPC Coordinator.

B. The UPC Secretary shall have the following duties: 1. Keep attendance at all meetings and events.

2. Keep records of UPC member absences, and recommend termination of membership when absences exceed allowed amount.

3. Complete all official written correspondence on behalf of UPC. 4. Formulate satisfaction surveys for all events and collect results.

C. The UPC Public Relations Chair shall have the following duties: 1. Work with the SGA Director of Public Relations to advertise all UPC events.

2. Develop an advertising plan for each UPC event.

3. Coordinate all dorm storms and other campus advertising initiatives.

ARTICLE III Salaries Section 1. The Coordinator shall receive $175.00 monthly throughout the term of office.

Section 2. Salaries shall be paid to the student(s) actually in office. A temporary officer shall receive the salary of the person they replace.

Section 3. No other member of the UPC is to be paid unless there is a change in the bylaws that must be approved by a two-thirds vote of the Student Senate.

ARTICLE IV Meeting Procedures Section 1. The Executive Council shall conduct business only when a majority of voting members is present.

Section 2. The Coordinatorv shall remove from office any Executive Council member that misses three meetings during the school year.

ARTICLE V Approval of Events Section 1. The Director of Student Life must approve all UPC events. All contracts must have the signature of the UPC Coordinator, Director of Student Life, and the UM Business Manager.

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“The chains of habit are too light to be felt until they are too heavy to be broken.” – Warren Buffett, submitted

by Chase Davis, Admissions Office

Thursday Sorority Convocation, 6 p.m., Palmer Aud.

Freshman move-in, 8 a.m., Residence Halls

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Late registration, 12:30 p.m., Palmer Orientation check-in, 3:30 p.m., Comer Hall Dinner and music, 5 p.m., Cafeteria Trippin’ on the bricks, 7 p.m., Main Quad

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Artwalk, 5 p.m., Main Street Magician, 7 p.m., Palmer Aud. 88 Keys, 8:30 p.m., Palmer Aud.

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Movie on Main Quad, 8 p.m.

Classes Begin, Payment Deadline Back to School Bash, 4 p.m., Main Quad Faculty Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron PNM Ghost Tours with Pi Chis, 9 p.m.

Tuesday Bingo for Books, 6 p.m., Farmer Mtg. Rm. Sorority Game Night, 7 p.m., Anna Irvin Carmichael’s Crypt, 9 p.m., Carmichael Library

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Half the Sky documentary, 6 p.m., Palmer Auditorium Fraternity Orientation, 4 p.m., Farmer Mtg. Rm.

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“Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.” – Albert Einstein

Thursday Greek Life Cookout, 5 p.m., Main Quad BCM Late Nite Movie, 9:30 p.m., BCM

Friday Last day for refund for dropped course(s)

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UPC Waterfest, 4 p.m., Peck grassy area Emeritus Faculty Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

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“Never base your life decisions on advice from people who don’t have to deal with the results.”

– Unknown, submitted by Ruth Bishop, Student Life

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Saturday Sorority Recruitment Shuttles to Alabaster, 1p.m., Becoming Sculpture Minority Leadership Retreat Men’s Soccer, TBD

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Tuesday Frisbee Coaches Mtg., 5 p.m., Farmer Volleyball, 6 p.m., SAC Men’s Soccer, 7:30 p.m., Soccer Field Ult. Frisbee Rosters Due BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

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“An unexamined life is not worth living.”– Socrates

Thursday UPC Cokes and Strokes, 6 p.m., Napier Basement Dr. Laurie Middaugh Piano Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron BCM Game Night, 7 - 10 p.m., BCM

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“You matter.” – Dr. Megan Sherod, Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences

Thursday Lori Hart, 6 p.m., Palmer Aud. Panhellenic New Member Dinner, 7 p.m.

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Saturday NPHC Prospective New Member Class, 11 a.m., Farmer Women’s Soccer, 1 p.m., Soccer Field Choral Festival of Voices, 2 p.m., Palmer Aud. Men’s Soccer, 3:30 p.m., Soccer Field

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Wednesday SGA/Mr. and Ms. Elections BCM Café Escape, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM Organization Training, 12 p.m., Farmer Mtg. Rm. SGA Senate Meeting, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203

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“Every child is an artist. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up.” – Pablo Picasso

Thursday College Night Mixer, 8 p.m., SAC

Friday Volleyball, 7 p.m., SAC

Saturday Volleyball, 2 p.m., SAC Women’s Soccer, 5 p.m., Soccer Field Movie, 7 p.m., Student Life Center

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Sunday

Monday Flag Football Rosters Due Flag Football Coaches’ Mtg., Farmer, 5 p.m.

Ultimate Frisbee Playoffs Alumni Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Tuesday UPC Shuttles to Airwalk, TBD BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM Café Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203 Women’s Soccer, 5 p.m., Soccer Field Men’s Soccer, 7:30 p.m., Soccer Field

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“In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: it goes on.” – Robert Frost, submitted by Angie Kelly, Career Services

Thursday

Friday IFC Frisbee golf tournament deadline, 3 p.m.

Saturday Shuttles to Alabaster, 12 p.m., Becoming Sculpture

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2013

Sunday

Monday Flag Football Begins Faculty Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Tuesday BAMA Piano Duo, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron UPC Midterm Happy hour with Scratch Track, 8 p.m., Student Life Center BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM Café Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate, 4:3o p.m., Morgan 203 Women’s Soccer, 5 p.m., Soccer Field Men’s Soccer, 7:30 p.m., Soccer Field Theatre Production, The Thugs

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“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” –Maya Angelou

Thursday Founder’s Day Life Raft Debate Theatre Production, The Thugs

Friday Volleyball, 7 p.m., SAC Theatre Production, The Thugs

Saturday IFC Frisbee Golf Tournament, noon Volleyball, 2 p.m., SAC Movie, 7 p.m., Student Life Center Theatre Production, The Thugs

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Sunday Theatre Production, The Thugs

Monday Mid-semester week begins ADPi Zaxby’s Fundraiser, Calera Zaxby’s

Tuesday ADPi Ronald’s Amazing Race University Chorus, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM Café Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM

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“It’s hard to lead a cavalry charge if you think you look funny on a horse.”

– Adlai Stevenson, submitted by Karen Willingham, Student Affairs

Thursday Midnight Madness, 7 p.m., SAC Wind Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Friday Volleyball, 7 p.m., SAC

Saturday UPC Zipline, 11 a.m., Across from Soccer Fields Volleyball, 2 p.m., SAC Women’s Soccer, 5 p.m., Soccer Field Men’s Soccer, 7:30 p.m., Soccer Field

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Sunday

Monday Faculty Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Tuesday UPC Stuff-A-Friend, 4 p.m., Anna Irvin AKA Night with the Greeks, Student Retreat BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203

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“Whatever you can do–or dream you can–begin it. Boldness has genius, power and magic in it.”

– Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

Thursday Delta Gamma Anchor Splash, 6 p.m., SAC Pool Concert Choir, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Friday

Saturday Movie, 7 p.m., Student Life Center

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Sunday Gala Benefit, 2 p.m., LeBaron

Monday Intramural Basketball Rosters Due Int. Bball Coaches’ Mtg., Farmer, 5 p.m.

Flag Football Playoffs Faculty Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Tuesday BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM Café Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM UPC Haunted Attraction, 6 p.m., Bibb Graves

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“Be more concerned with your character than your reputation because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.�

- John Wooden, submitted by Chase Davis, Admissions

Thursday

Friday

Saturday Shuttles to Alabaster, 12 p.m., Becoming Sculpture

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2013

Sunday Out of the Darkness Walk, Birmingham

Monday Intramural Basketball Begins Men’s Basketball, SAC, TBD Faculty Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Tuesday Volleyball, 7 p.m., SAC BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM Café Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203

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“There is only one way to avoid criticism: do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing.” – Aristotle

Thursday UPC Bongo Ball Mania, TBD

Friday Volleyball, 7 p.m., SAC Theatre Production, Into the Woods

Saturday Volleyball, 2 p.m., SAC Movie, 7 p.m., Student Life Center Theatre Production, Into the Woods

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2013

Sunday Theatre Production, Into the Woods

Monday

Tuesday BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM Senior Elite Night, 6 p.m., LeBaron Auditorium

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“Be well, do good work, and keep in touch.”- Garrison Keillor, submitted by Dr. Michelle Bunn, College of Business

Thursday Jazz Band, 7:30 p.m., Palmer Aud. Theatre Production, Into the Woods

Friday Theatre Production, Into the Woods IFC Chili Cook-off, 6 p.m., Student Life Center

Saturday Women’s Basketball, 1:30 p.m., SAC Theatre Production, Into the Woods

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2013

Sunday Theatre Production, Into the Woods

Monday Faculty Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Tuesday Blood Drive, Farmer Mtg. Rm. UPC Mission Improvable, 7 p.m., Palmer Wind Chamber Ensembles, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday Blood Drive, Farmer Mtg. Rm. BCM Café Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203 Women’s Basketball, 5:30 p.m., SAC

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“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” – Henry David Thoreau

Thursday Brass/Guitar Chamber Ensembles, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Opera Scenes, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Friday

Women’s Basketball, 1:30 p.m., SAC

Saturday Opera Scenes, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

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2013

Sunday

Monday Intramural Basketball Playoffs

Tuesday Classes Conclude at 1:45 p.m.

Wednesday University Closed

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“Too often we enjoy the comfort of opinion without the discomfort of thought.” – John F. Kennedy, submitted by Julie McEntee, Music Department

Thursday University Closed

Friday University Closed

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Sunday

Monday Classes Resume Intramural Basketball Playoffs Faculty Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Tuesday Choral Christmas, 7:30 p.m., American Village Chapel BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM

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“Whoever loves much performs much and can accomplish much; and what is done in love is done well.”

–Vincent Van Gogh

Thursday DEAD DAY Wind Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., Palmer Aud.

Friday DEAD DAY Last day to drop courses Last day to withdraw from the university Coffee and Carols, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Saturday Shuttles to Alabaster, 12 p.m., Becoming Sculpture

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2013

Sunday Midnight Breakfast, 10 p.m., Cafeteria

Monday Finals Begin

Tuesday

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“Life is nothing until it is lived. It is yours to make sense of and the value of it is nothing more than the sense you make.” –Jean-Paul Sartre, submitted by Dr. Tracy PayneRockco, Director of Alumni Affairs

Thursday

Friday Commencement, 5 p.m.

Saturday

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Sunday

Monday Basketball, SAC, TBD

Tuesday

Wednesday University Closed through Jan. 1

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“Expose yourself to your deepest fear; after that, fear has no power, and the fear of freedom shrinks and vanishes.

You are free.” –Jim Morrison

Thursday

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“I don’t want to sell anything, buy anything, or process anything as a career.

I don’t want to sell anything bought or processed, or buy anything sold or processed, or process anything sold, bought or processed, or repair anything sold, bought, or processed. You know, as a career, I don’t want to do that.” – John Cusack, Say Anything, submitted by Dr. Jason Newell, Assistant Professor of Social Work

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“Without deviation from the norm, progress is not possible.”

– Frank Zappa

Thursday University Opens

Friday Registration for new students

Saturday Basketball, SAC, TBD

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Sunday

Monday Classes Begin

Tuesday UPC Bingo for Books, 6 p.m., Farmer Mtg. Rm. BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM

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“Not till we are lost, in other words not till we have lost the world, do we begin to find ourselves, and realize where we are and the infinite extent of our relations.” – Henry David Thoreau

Thursday Basketball, SAC, TBD

Friday Last day for refund for dropped courses

Saturday Shuttles to Alabaster, 12 p.m., Becoming Sculpture Basketball, SAC, TBD Movie, 7 p.m., Student Life Center

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Sunday

Monday Faculty Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Tuesday BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM NPHC Prospective New Member Meeting, 4 p.m.

SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203 UPC Event, TBD

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“A short pencil is better than a long memory.” – Unknown, submitted

by Dr. Jim Day, Department of Behavioral and Social Sciences

Thursday Basketball, SAC, TBD College Night sign-raising

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2014

Sunday

Monday MLK Day, University Closed

Tuesday UPC Event, TBD BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday MLK Day Program, TBD MLK Oratorical Competition, TBD BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203

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“Far away there in the sunshine are my highest aspirations. I may not reach them, but I can look up and see their beauty, believe in them, and try to follow where they lead.”- Louisa May Alcott, submitted by Mary Jo Buff, Upward Bound

Thursday Basketball, SAC, TBD

Friday

Saturday College Night Athletics, Women's Volleyball

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Sunday

Monday Mr. and Ms. Montevallo Elections Faculty Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Tuesday Mr. and Ms. Montevallo Elections BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday Mr. and Ms. Montevallo Elections BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203 UPC Event, TBD

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“The question isn’t who is going to let me; it’s who is going to stop me.”

–Ayn Rand

Thursday Basketball, SAC, TBD

Friday

Saturday NPHC Prospective New Member Program, 11 a.m.

Shuttles to Alabaster, 12 p.m., Becoming Sculpture College Night Athletics, Men's Soccer

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Sunday College Night Athletics, Women's Soccer

Monday Volleyball Rosters Due Volleyball Coaches’ Mtg, 5 p.m., Farmer

Tuesday Blood Drive, Farmer Hall Mtg. Rm. BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday Blood Drive, Farmer Hall Mtg. Rm. UPC Massage Chairs, 11 a.m., Anna Irvin BCM Café Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM College Night Show

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“Build a man a fire, and he’ll be warm for a day. Set a man on fire, and he’ll be warm for the rest of his life.” – Terry Pratchett, submitted

by Dr. Michael Patton, Jr., Professor of Philosophy

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Thursday College Night Show

Friday No Classes College Night Show

Saturday Men's Basketball, SAC, TBD College Night Show

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Sunday

Monday Intramural Volleyball Begins Black History Trivia, 6 p.m., Anna Irvin

Tuesday BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM

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“The only way to do great work is to love what you do.” – Steve Jobs

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Thursday UPC Event, TBD

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Sunday

Monday SGA Applications Available

Tuesday BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203 UPC Event, TBD

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“If you want to be loved, be loveable.” –Ovid, submitted by Ruth Bishop, Student Life

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Saturday Tennis, Tennis Courts, TBD Basketball, SAC, TBD Movie, 7 p.m., Student Life Center

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Sunday Tennis, Tennis Courts, TBD

Monday Mid-semester week begins

Tuesday UPC Event, TBD BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate Meeting, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203

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“The truth … It is a beautiful and terrible thing, and should therefore be treated with caution.” – J. K. Rowling

30 31

Thursday Higher Ed. Day

Friday Wind Ensemble/ Honor Band, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Saturday Shuttles to Alabaster, 12 p.m., Becoming Sculpture Baseball, Baseball Field, TBD

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Sunday Baseball, Baseball Field, Honor Band Festival Concert, 3:30 p.m., Palmer Aud.

Monday

Faculty Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron Intramural Volleyball Playoffs Intramural Soccer Rosters Due

Volleyball Playoffs begin Soccer Rosters due

Tuesday Stacy Nadeau, Embracing Real Beauty, 6 p.m., Palmer Aud. Concert Choir, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203 UPC Event, TBD

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“The cure for boredom is curiosity.

There is no cure for curiosity.”

– Dorothy Parker, submitted by Lori Edwards, Career Development Center

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Thursday

Friday SGA Apps Due

Saturday Movie, 7 p.m., Student Life Center

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Sunday

Monday UPC Event, TBD Intramural Soccer Tournament begins Intramural Softball Rosters due by 5 p.m.

Intramural Softball Coaches’ Mtg., 5p.m., Farmer Honors Recital, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron

Tuesday Mandatory Election Mtg., 5:30 p.m., Farmer BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM Café Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM Mandatory Election Mtg., 5:30 p.m., Farmer

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MARCH March

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“For a life in the past cannot be shared with the present. Each person who gets stuck in time gets stuck alone.” – Alan Lightman

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Sunday

Monday Intramural Softball begins

Tuesday BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203 UPC Event, TBD

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“Be good so they can’t ignore you.” – Steve Martin, submitted

by Rachel Daniel, Coordinator for Graduate Recruitment

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Thursday

Friday Spring Holidays Begin at 5 p.m.

Saturday Tennis, Tennis Courts, TBD Baseball, Baseball Field, TBD

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Sunday Tennis, Tennis Courts, TBD Baseball, Baseball Field, TBD

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“Indeed, the only truly serious questions are ones that even a child can formulate. Only the most naïve of questions are truly serious.”

– Milan Kundera

30 31

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Sunday Tennis, Tennis Courts, TBD

Monday Classes resume Greek Week SGA Elections

Tuesday Greek Week SGA Elections Avant-Garde Chamber Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday Greek Week SGA Elections BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM

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“I’ve acquired quite a taste/for a well made mistake.” –Fiona Apple, submitted by Emily Gill, Theatre Department

30 31

Thursday Greek Week Chamber Ensembles

Friday Greek Week

Saturday The Big Event, 8 a.m., Baseball Stadium Shuttles to Alabaster, 12 p.m., Becoming Sculpture Baseball, Baseball Stadium, TBD Tennis, Tennis Courts, TBD

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Sunday Baseball, Baseball Stadium, TBD Tennis, Tennis Courts, TBD

Monday SGA Run-off Elections

Tuesday SGA Run-off Elections Blood Drive, Farmer Mtg. Room President and Advisors Banquet, 6 p.m., Anna Irvin BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday Blood Drive, Farmer Mtg. Rm. BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM Housing Luau, 4:30 p.m., Main Quad UPC Event, TBD

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“Someday, somewhere–anywhere– unfailingly, you'll find yourself, and that, and only that, can be the happiest or bitterest hour of your life.” – Pablo Neruda

30 31

Thursday University Chorus, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron Theatre Production, Comedie of Errors

Friday Theatre Production, Comedie of Errors

Saturday Movie, 7 p.m., Student Life Center Theatre Production, Comedie of Errors

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Sunday Alabama Symphony Orchestra, 3 p.m., Palmer Aud. Theatre Production, Comedie of Errors

Monday Intramural Softball Playoffs begin Delta Week

Tuesday UPC Event, TBD Delta Week Jazz Band, 7:30 p.m., Palmer Aud. BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203 SGA Banquet, 6 p.m., Student Retreat Delta Week

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“You can go to class and get a degree, or you can get involved and get an education.” – Unknown, submitted

by Jenny Bell, Student Life

30 31

Thursday Delta Week

Friday Opera, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron Delta Week

Saturday Opera, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron Baseball, Baseball Stadium, TBD

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Sunday Baseball, Baseball Stadium, TBD

Monday

Tuesday Organization Training, 12:30 p.m., Farmer Mtg. Rm. Concert Choir, 7:30 p.m., LeBaron BCM Resonate Worship, 8 p.m., BCM

Wednesday BCM CafĂŠ Escape,11 a.m. - 1 p.m., BCM Organization Training, 12 p.m., Farmer Mtg. Rm. SGA Senate, 4:30 p.m., Morgan 203

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“I know now becoming a better person is a decision you make. It isn't an accident.” – Eric Victorino

30 31

Thursday Dead Day Wind Ensemble, 7:30 p.m., Palmer Aud. Spring Musical

Friday Dead Day Last day to drop courses Last day to withdraw from the university Spring Musical

Saturday Spring Musical Baseball

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Sunday Spring Musical Baseball Midnight Breakfast, 10 p.m., Cafeteria

Monday Finals Begin

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“Be silly. Be honest. Be kind.”

– Ralph Waldo Emerson, submitted

by Ruth Bishop, Student Life

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Sunday

Monday Registration Payment deadline for registration May term classes begin

Tuesday Last day for refund for dropped courses

Wednesday

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“Some people live more in twenty years than others do in eighty. It's not the time that matters, it's the person.” – Stephen Greenhorn, Doctor Who

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“Your vision will become clear only when you look into your heart. He who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakens.” – Carl Jung, submitted by Dr. Jason Newell, Assistant Professor of Social Work

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“Life has no meaning. Each of us has meaning and we bring it to life. It is a waste to be asking the question when you are the answer.”

– Joseph Campbell

Thursday Last day to drop courses Last day to withdraw from the university

Friday Final examinations

Saturday

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Sunday

Monday Memorial Day holiday (university closed)

Tuesday Registration for new students

Wednesday Classes begin Payment deadline for Summer I Last day to add courses Last day to late register

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“Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn, or consumed.

Happiness is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace, and gratitude.” – Dennis Waitley, submitted by Dr. Tracy PayneRockco, Director of Alumni Affairs

Thursday Last day for refund for dropped course(s)

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“Nobody realizes that some people expend tremendous energy merely to be normal.” – Albert Camus

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“The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy.”– Martin Luther King, Jr., submitted by Chase Davis, Admissions

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“Don't criticize what you can't understand.” – Bob Dylan

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“Sometimes the questions are complicated and the answers are simple.” – Dr. Seuss, submitted by Angie Kelly, Career Services

Thursday Classes do not meet

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Sunday

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Tuesday Classes begin Payment deadline for registration, Summer II Last day to add courses Last day to late register

Wednesday Last day for refund for dropped course(s)

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“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.”

– Ralph Waldo Emerson

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“An individual has not started living until he can rise above the narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader concerns of all humanity.” – Martin Luther King, Jr., submitted by Dr. Jason Newell, Assistant Professor of Social Work

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“A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men.”

–Roald Dahl

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“If you don’t know you don’t know, you think you know; if you don’t know you know, you think you don’t know.”

– from Change by Watzlwick, Weakland, and Fisch, submitted by Dr. James Jackson, Assistant Professor

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“There is some good in this world, and it's worth fighting for.” – J.R.R. Tolkien, The Two Towers

Thursday Classes do not meet

Friday Final examinations Commencement

Saturday

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“Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.”– Einstein, submitted

by Ruth Bishop, Student Life

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Index A

Absence Regulations........................................................................................................................27 Academic Advising..........................................................................................................................26 Academic Assistance.......................................................................................................................29 Academic Dishonesty......................................................................................................................34 Academic Suspension...................................................................................................................... 31 Administration..................................................................................................................................64 The Alabamian....................................................................................................................................58 Alumni Association.........................................................................................................................40 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) .................................................................................... 15 Athletics Intercollegiate........................................................................................................................... 41 Intramurals............................................................................................................................... 51

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Barnes and Noble.............................................................................................................................. 41 Board of Trustees.............................................................................................................................. 41

C

Cafeteria...............................................................................................................................................46 Career Development Center..........................................................................................................42 Cashier's Office..................................................................................................................................43 Chartwell's..........................................................................................................................................46 Cheating................................................................................................................................................. 9 Child Care............................................................................................................................................43 Citations............................................................................................................................................... 18 Clubs and Organizations.................................................................................................................43 Code of Fair Practice........................................................................................................................ 14 College Night......................................................................................................................................44 Communication with Students..................................................................................................... 14 Community Engagement................................................................................................................58 Concert and Lecture Series............................................................................................................44 Counseling Services.........................................................................................................................44

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DancyLectures...................................................................................................................................45 Dead Days............................................................................................................................................45 Deans....................................................................................................................................................64 Dining...................................................................................................................................................46 Disability Compliance Policy......................................................................................................... 15

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Disability Support Services............................................................................................................45 Drop/Add Procedures......................................................................................................................27

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Emergency Phones...........................................................................................................................45 Equal Opportunity Policy............................................................................................................... 15

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Falcon Foods.......................................................................................................................................46 Financial Aid.....................................................................................................................................46 forUM...................................................................................................................................................47 Founders' Day.....................................................................................................................................48 Fraternities..........................................................................................................................................48

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General Education Program..........................................................................................................26 Grades...................................................................................................................................................29 Greek Life............................................................................................................................................48 Grievance Procedures......................................................................................................................36

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Harbert Writing Center...................................................................................................................49 Hazing..................................................................................................................................................68 Health Center.....................................................................................................................................49 Homecoming......................................................................................................................................49 Honors Program................................................................................................................................50 Housing and Residence Life..........................................................................................................50

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ID Cards...............................................................................................................................................50 Intramurals......................................................................................................................................... 51

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Judicial Policies and Proceedings ................................................................................................. 9

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Learning Enrichment Center........................................................................................................52 Lectures................................................................................................................................................44 Library..................................................................................................................................................52 Lodging.................................................................................................................................................53 Lost and Found..................................................................................................................................53

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Majors...................................................................................................................................................26 McNair Scholars Program..............................................................................................................54 Minority Student Advisor...............................................................................................................54 Minors..................................................................................................................................................26 Montage.................................................................................................................................................58 Montevallo (City of)...........................................................................................................................55 Music Department............................................................................................................................56

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Organizations.....................................................................................................................................67 Orientation..........................................................................................................................................56

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Parking Regulations......................................................................................................................... 18 Payments (bills)..................................................................................................................................43 Plagiarism...........................................................................................................................................34 Police (University)............................................................................................................................. 18 Policies..................................................................................................................................................57 ADA Statement....................................................................................................................... 15 Code of Fair Practice.............................................................................................................. 14 Equal Opportunity.................................................................................................................. 15 Record Confidentiality........................................................................................................... 14 Sexual Harrassment............................................................................................................... 16 Smoking..................................................................................................................................... 17 Student Conduct Code............................................................................................................. 7 Title IX Compliance............................................................................................................... 15 Post Office Boxes...............................................................................................................................58 Posting and Chalking.......................................................................................................................57 Protective Escort Service................................................................................................................58 Public Safety....................................................................................................................................... 17 Publications........................................................................................................................................58 The Alabamian Montage Tower

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Ramsay Conference Center...........................................................................................................53 Registrar's Office...............................................................................................................................27 Registration.........................................................................................................................................27

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Safety.................................................................................................................................................... 12

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Scholarships.......................................................................................................................................46 Service Learning...............................................................................................................................58 Sexual Harrassment......................................................................................................................... 16 Smoking............................................................................................................................................... 17 Sororities..............................................................................................................................................48 Special Thanks.................................................................................................................................... 3 Speech and Hearing Center...........................................................................................................59 Student Activity Center...................................................................................................................59 Student Affairs..................................................................................................................................60 Student Conduct Code....................................................................................................................... 7 Student Government........................................................................................................................60 Student Government Constitution...............................................................................................77 Student Life......................................................................................................................................... 61 Student Life Center.......................................................................................................................... 61 Student Support Services/ASPIRE.............................................................................................40

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Technology Services Help Desk................................................................................................... 61 Telephone............................................................................................................................................62 Theater.................................................................................................................................................62 Title IX Compliance Statement.................................................................................................... 15 Tower.....................................................................................................................................................58 Traffic Regulations........................................................................................................................... 18 TRIO Programs McNair Scholars Program....................................................................................................54 Student Support Services......................................................................................................40 Upward Bound.........................................................................................................................63 Tutoring...............................................................................................................................................29

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University Programs Council (UPC)...........................................................................................62 Upward Bound...................................................................................................................................63

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Veteran's Affairs................................................................................................................................63

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Wireless Network..............................................................................................................................63 Withdrawal from the University..................................................................................................28

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3-D Building..............................................12

Campus Building

Harman Hall.............................................. 6

Hanson Hall............................................. 19

Campus Building

Peterson House...................................... 41

Peterson Hall..........................................26

Peck Hall..................................................56

Campus Building

Bldg. #

Anagama Kiln......................................... 51

Hill House................................................... 7

Physical Plant......................................... 57

Bldg. #

Anna Irvin Dining Hall........................ 18

Jeter Hall.................................................... 8

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Bearden House........................................62

Wills Hall................................................. 16

Will Lyman House................................36

Wallace Speech & Hearing Center...................................... 31

Van Tuyll House....................................65

Tutwiler Hall..........................................20

Traffic Education Center....................32

The Tower...............................................46

Sims House.............................................42

Scene Shop..............................................33

Saylor House...........................................68

Reynolds Hall..........................................15

Ramsay Hall........................................... 24

Puryear House.......................................70

Bibb Graves Hall....................................... 5

Palmer Hall.............................................. 13

New Residence Hall.............................101

Napier Hall................................................21

Myrick Hall.............................................. 10

Morgan Hall.............................................30

Meroney House..................................... 105

Robert M. McChesney Student Activity Center........................ 61

Mass Communications Bldg...............98

Main Hall.................................................. 23

Lund Hall.................................................. 27

King House..............................................35

John W. Stewart Student Retreat Center.........................50

Bloch Hall....................................................1 Brooke Hall..............................................28 Calkins Hall............................................... 2 Calkins House.........................................43 Carmichael Library................................. 3 Central Utilities Plant...........................34 Child Study Center................................. 11 Comer Hall................................................. 4 Davis Hall.................................................29 Farmer Hall..............................................17 Flowerhill.................................................39 Global and Community Outreach Building.................................. 81

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