ACADEMIC HONESTY
St. Clair County Community College considers academic honesty to be an integral necessity of all academic performance. Instances of academic dishonesty will be treated as serious offenses. Students involved in activities such as cheating and/or plagiarism will be subject to disciplinary action.
Definition of plagiarism: Plagiarism is the appropriation of language, thoughts, or ideas of another author and claiming that as one's own. Plagiarism is work not produced by the student, or work that does not credit borrowings from the original source(s).
Definition of cheating: Cheating can be, but is not limited to, a student using crib sheets, notes, or other written materials not permitted by the instructor, looking at other students' papers without the instructor's permission, requesting answers from other students, or working with other students when independent work is required. Situations where cheating may occur are during tests, exams, quizzes, or other similar methods of evaluation.
When the instructor has sufficient evidence of cheating or plagiarism, the instructor may impose disciplinary actions such as assigning a failing grade to the student's assignment, quiz, paper, or test. If the plagiarism or cheating involves major course work such as plagiarizing a research paper or cheating on a final exam, the instructor may fail the student in the course and inform the Dean of Students and Instructional Support Services (or designee) of the circumstances regarding the failure. Students have the right to the due process appeal. Call 810-989-5560 for information.

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES POLICY
No alcoholic beverages whatever will be allowed on the college premises except as they may be used in direct relation to the instructional programs at the college or for college-sponsored events that have received prior approval, in writing, from the Office of the President. Individuals participating in those college programs or events where alcoholic beverages are used must be of an age which conforms with State Law for consumption of alcoholic beverages.

ANIMALS ON CAMPUS
Animals, with the exception of those required for persons who are physically challenged, i.e., seeing/all-purpose dogs, are prohibited from college buildings.
Guidelines for Student Complaints Related to Academic and/or Support Services
The following guidelines have been established to provide students at St. Clair County Community College with a process for resolving concerns related to academic and/or support services. When a concern arises that is covered by College Policy, including sexual harassment, sex discrimination, or those arising under the Americans with Disabilities Act, the issue should be referred to the Office of Human Resources. All others will be handled in the following manner:

1) The student will meet with the faculty or staff member involved to attempt to resolve the concern.
2) If a satisfactory resolution has not been reached, the student has the option to consult with the appropriate Department Chair or appropriate supervisor.
3) If the issue has not been satisfactorily resolved with the Department Chair or appropriate supervisor, the student has the option to meet with the next appropriate supervisor for final resolution.

The student must provide specific documentation to support issues and concerns related to the complaint.

CONCESSION RIGHTS
The college retains all concession rights. Nothing is to be sold on the premises without written permission from the college.

CONDUCT OF STUDENTS
Enrollment in St. Clair County Community College implies acceptance of certain standards of student conduct and a willingness to abide by them. The object of college standards of conduct is to maintain conditions under which individuals, with respect for the rights and well-being of others, can participate effectively in a common educational enterprise and well-ordered collegiate community.

Published regulations and public laws prohibit specific actions that can jeopardize the good standing of students or their organizations. Such regulations, as well as procedures for handling cases where a violation of student conduct standards is charged, are available in the Dean of Students and Instructional Support Services Office, Room 209 MB, or on the SC4 website.

If students are experiencing problems with drugs and/or alcohol, please contact Student Success Services, 120 ATC, or call 810-989-5520. The College Drug Prevention Program is detailed on the SC4 website.

DISTURBANCES
Actions which disrupt the purposes of the college are prohibited. Threatening the life or physical safety of others, or alluding to a threat, is strictly prohibited and will not be tolerated.

The right of the student body, individually or collectively, (1) to attend and participate in classes or other college-sponsored activities, (2) to pass from class to class and building to building without undue obstruction, and (3) to eat and/or study within an atmosphere of appropriate calm within designated areas, shall not be infringed upon by individual students, student organizations, the faculty, the administration, or any outside individual, group, or agency.

Disciplinary action may be taken for, but not limited to, the following, disturbances:

• Intentional disregard of specific written or oral directives of a designated college official who is performing responsibilities designated by the college, such as, but not limited to, refusing to turn off cell phones or creating other classroom disturbances.
• Preventing or attempting to prevent any students, college employee, or official college visitor from carrying out his/her responsibility to the college.
• Profanity on the college campus which is excessive or inappropriate in context.

DRESS CODE
Proper attire is required. Moderation and good taste are expected.

DRUG-FREE WORK PLACE POLICY
It is the policy of St. Clair County Community College that there shall be no illicit use of drugs or abuse of alcohol allowed by students or employees on the college's property or as a part of any institutional activity. No employee or student shall unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess, or use any controlled substance or abuse alcohol while on the college property or at any institutional activity.

DUE PROCESS
St. Clair County Community College holds firm to the philosophy that attending college does not deny any rights of citizenship to a student. At the same time, attendance in college does not relieve a student of the basic responsibilities of citizenship. The due process system defines the procedures and judicial board used when a student wishes to file a complaint regarding college practices or when a student is charged with noncompliance with college rules and regulations. The complete procedure is available in the Dean of Students and Instructional Support Services Office, Room 209 MB and on the SC4 website.

FIREARMS/FIREWORKS POLICY
No student, visitor or employee shall be permitted to carry a handgun, shotgun, rifle, or any other weapon while on the premises of St. Clair County Community College, except an on-duty law enforcement official or person otherwise approved in writing by the President of the College. This prohibition against carrying weapons shall exist regardless of whether any person has a lawful permit to carry a concealed weapon in the State of Michigan. Violation of this policy may result in disciplinary action by the college up to and including expulsion, suspension, dismissal, and/or removal from the college premises. In addition to action for a violation of this policy, the college may also take any action or make a complaint to the appropriate law enforcement agency for violation of any applicable law.

GAMBLING POLICY
Gambling is prohibited on the college campus. To this end, the college shall, except as hereinafter provided, prohibit the sale, solicitation, or promotion of a game of chance including, but not limited to, lotteries, raffles, bingo, or similar other activities on college premises or which employ the college's name in any way. The Board authorizes the President of the college to waive this prohibition for such activities which support student services or scholarships. The President may establish procedures and guidelines for applying for this waiver.

GIVING FALSE INFORMATION
No person shall give false or incomplete replies to questions, verbal or written, on applications, forms, or other documents required by properly authorized representatives of the college.

IDENTIFICATION
When applicable, and/or upon request by an appropriate member of the college staff, persons requested to do so shall present acceptable identification (e.g., driver's license, Michigan ID card).

INTERNET ACCESS - ACCEPTABLE USE POLICY
The Internet supports research and education by providing access to unique resources and the opportunity for collaborative work. Use of the Internet must be in support of education and research and consistent with the mission of the college. Students must adhere to the college's Acceptable Use Policy for Internet and Email use. The Acceptable Use Policy is posted in the Learning Resources Center, Enrichment Center and in all microcomputer-based classrooms.

SC4 WAVE - ACCEPTABLE USE PRACTICES
Students are encouraged to use the SC4 WAVE for registration and payment as well as academic and financial record information WAVE can be accessed anywhere in the world through the World Wide Web.
Students are to use WAVE responsibly and are to limit their transactions to a level which meets their educational needs. Excessive transactions tax the WAVE and are viewed as inappropriate and irresponsible use of the system. Determining reasonable use of WAVE is at the discretion of college administration.
Effective with the 2005-2006 academic year students using the WAVE inappropriately or irresponsibly will be notified either by phone, e-mail or letter of the Institution's concerns. Advising assistance will be offered for the purpose of selecting and scheduling classes. If unreasonable use continues, WAVE registration privileges may be revoked.

POSTING SIGNS AND NOTICES

All club-sponsored signs must be approved by the club advisor and may be posted on tack strips and bulletin boards ONLY. Club advisors are responsible for proofreading posted materials. DO NOT USE STAPLES.
Students and community postings related to personal items for sale, housing, or other topics of interest may use the identified bulletin board in the Student Service Center hallway of the ATC building.
Community, profit, and non-profit organizations with postings related to entertainment or activities must have them pre-approved and stamped by the Office of Students and Instructional Support Services. These flyers will be posted on the Community Bulletin Board located in the Student Service Center hallway of the ATC building.
Handouts may not be distributed on campus without prior approval by the Vice President of Administrative Services, 219 MB. Distribution of flyers on vehicles in the parking lot is prohibited.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY
Sexual harassment is not acceptable at St. Clair County Community College, and complaints or charges will be followed through with appropriate action. Unwelcome sexual advances, whether verbal or physical, are prohibited. SC4 employees and students are individually responsible to ensure such harassment does not occur. For details visit the SC4 website.

SMOKE-FREE CAMPUS POLICY
Smoking is prohibited in all St. Clair County Community College buildings and vehicles.

SOLICITING ON CAMPUS
In order to provide an environment that is conducive to teaching and learning, it has been determined by SC4 to prohibit outside sales persons from operating on the college campus. Any problems should be reported to Campus Patrol.

Specifically:
A. Selling, soliciting, and advertising are prohibited unless an exception has been authorized by the Office of the Vice President for Administrative Services.
B. All materials to be posted or distributed or sold on college property must be approved by the Office of the Vice President for Administrative Services.
C. Distribution of handbills on vehicles on college property is prohibited.

THEFT OR DAMAGE OF PROPERTY
No person or persons shall steal or damage property belonging to another person, organization, or institution. This includes tampering with coin-operated machines. Violators may be handled by the local police, the college disciplinary process, or both.

UNAUTHORIZED ACTION
No person shall undertake any unauthorized action in the name of the college.