REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
College Council
July 20, 2015 3:00 p.m. – Board Room
A G E N D A – amended 7/17/15
1. Minutes Dated 5/11/2015 (Page 3)
NEW BUSINESS
1. BP and AP 3515 Crime Reporting (Page 7)
a. Review policy and procedure changes
2. BP and AP 5015 Residence Determination (Page 14)
a. Review policy and procedure changes
3. BP and AP 6750 Parking Regulations (Page 22)
a. Review policy and procedure changes
4. AP 5500 Standards of Student Conducts (Page 29)
a. Additional language to page 7
OLD BUSINESS:
1. BP and AP 3720 Computer and Network Use (Page 49)
a. Review policy and procedure changes
(tabled at the May College Council meeting)
2. BP and AP 4300 Field Trips and Excursions (Page 58)
b. Review constituent feedback
Was tabled 4/6/2015 so that student drivers could be discussed in more detail
3. BP and AP 7600 Campus Public Safety Officers (Page 65)
a. Review constituent feedback
Policy and Procedure Tracking
Number
BP/AP
4100
BP/AP
4231
BP/ AP
Title
Graduation Requirements for
Degrees and Certificates
Status
Council member researching the Ethnic
Studies Requirement – return with BP
4025
Sent to ASPC prior to returning to College
Grade Changes
Council
Employee Microcomputer Purchase Tabled – waiting for negotiations
6331
BP/AP
3900
Speech: Time, Place, and Manner
Philosophy and Criteria for
Associate degree and General
BP 4025 Education
BP 4223 Academic Recognition
AP 7217 Faculty Prioritization Process
In ASPC que
To Academic Senate for review – return
with BP and AP 4100
Tabled – can be sent to ASPC with
questions regarding requirements
Tabled – Sent it to Academic Senate for
review and revisions
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REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Minutes of the College Council Meeting
7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka, CA, Board Room
Monday May 11, 2015
MEMBERS
PRESENT
Kathy Smith, Keith Snow Flamer, Thomas Zagoria, Angelina Hill, Debbie
Topping, Pru Ratliff, Barbara Jaffari, Mike Haley
MEMBERS ABSENT
Ahn Fielding, Lee Lindsey
CALL TO ORDER
President Kathy Smith called the meeting to order at 3:05 p.m.
MINUTES DATED
4/6/2015
It was stated that a “t” needs to be added to the word “action.”
It was stated than a “s” needs to be added to the phrase “no pass.”
A motion was made by Barbara Jaffari and seconded by Keith Snow-Flamer to
approve the minutes dated 4/6/2015.
ACTION A vote was taken and Council voted unanimously to approve the minutes as
presented.
NEW BUSINESS
BP AND AP 4300 FIELD
TRIPS AND
EXCURSIONS
It was stated that the following change needs to be made to AP 4300 Field Trips
and Excursions:
“The expense of instructors, chaperones, and other personnel traveling with
students may also be paid from District funds.”
It was stated that Vice President Lee Lindsey had a concern with student drivers
and that it should be discussed again at the next meeting when Vice President
Lindsey is in attendance.
A motion was made by Pru Ratliff and seconded by Keith Snow-Flamer to send
BP and AP 4300 Field Trips and Excursions out for constituent review until July
20th.
ACTION
A vote was taken and Council voted unanimously to send BP and AP 4300 Field
Trips and Excursions out for constituent review until July 20th.
BP AND AP 7600
CAMPUS PUBLIC
SAFETY OFFICERS
The policy and procedure were reviewed and revised to meet Clery Act
requirements.
It was stated that the Hoopa campus is an “instructional site” and that the Del
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Norte and Mendocino campuses are “educational centers”
A motion was made by Debbie Topping and seconded by Thomas Zagoria to
send BP and AP 7600 Campus Public Safety Officers out for constituent review
until July 20th.
ACTION A vote was taken and Council voted unanimously to send BP and AP 7600 out
for constituent review until July 20th.
OLD BUSINESS
BP AND AP 2015
ELECTION OF A
STUDENT MEMBER
It was stated that the language needs to be updated for consistency. It was
recommended that the minimum standards of scholarship align with ASCR
requirements.
A motion was made by Keith Snow-Flamer and seconded by Debbie Topping to
send BP and AP 2015 to the Board for a first read.
ACTION A vote was taken and Council voted unanimously to send BP and AP 2015 to the
Board for a first read.
BP AND AP 2105
STUDENT MEMBER
Language needs to be changed from “Student Member” to “Student Trustee”
throughout the policy and procedure.
It was stated that language needs to be added to the first paragraph that states
that if a student trustee is not selected by the end of the academic year then an
election will be held within thirty days of the start of the fall semester.
It was stated that the language “Vice President” needs to be removed.
It was suggested that section D be stricken.
It was stated that the word “percent” should be used instead of the % symbol.
A motion was made by Pru Ratliff and seconded by Barbara Jaffari to send BP
and AP 2105 to the Board for a first read contingent upon the aforementioned
changes.
ACTION A vote was taken and Council voted unanimously to send BP and AP 2105 to the
Board for a first read contingent upon the aforementioned changes.
BP 2361 DISTRICT
PUBLICATIONS AND
RELEASES
BP 2361 has been on the tabled policy list for several years. There is no league
template and it is not legally required.
Council member suggested sending this policy forward as a sunset
recommendation.
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A motion was made by Debbie Topping and seconded by Angelina Hill to send
BP 2361 District Publications and Releases to the Board as a sunset
recommendation.
SUNSET A vote was taken and Council voted unanimously to send BP 2361 District
Publications and Releases to the Board as a sunset recommendation.
BP and AP 3720 have been on the tabled policy list for a long time.
BP AND AP 3720
COMPUTER NETWORK
Council member stated that language needs to be added regarding disciplinary
USE
action.
It was suggested that “software” be removed from the BP where it refers to
copyright policies.
Council member suggested changing the language “copies” to “licenses” on the
second page of the AP.
It was requested that a clean version of the procedure be brought to College
Council with the old procedure stricken at the bottom.
Council member suggested replacing the language “acts of God” with “natural
disasters.”
A motion was made by Pru Ratliff and seconded by Barbara Jaffari to table BP
and AP 3720 until the July meeting.
TABLED A vote was taken and Council voted unanimously to table BP and AP 3720 until
the July meeting.
AP 4021 PROGRAM
REVITALIZATION,
SUSPENSION, OR
DISCONTINUATION
Council member stated that the Program Review Committee would have a hard
time following this procedure.
It was stated that the format needs to be changed to a 1.0, 2.0 structure.
A motion was made by Keith Snow-Flamer and seconded by Thomas Zagoria to
send AP 4021 Program Revitalization, Suspension, and/or Discontinuation to the
Board for a first read.
ACTION A vote was taken and Council voted unanimously to send AP 4021 Program
Revitalization, Suspension, and/or Discontinuation to the Board for a first read.
BP 4223 ACADEMIC
RECOGNITION
It was stated that the format needs to be changed to a 1.0, 2.0 structure.
Discussion ensued regarding the requirements for academic recognition.
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It was stated that Part 1 and Part 2 are inconsistent.
A motion was made by Angelina Hill and seconded by Barbara Jaffari to table
this policy so that it can be sent to ASPC with questions regarding requirements.
TABLED A vote was taken and Council voted unanimously to table this policy so that it
can be sent to ASPC with questions regarding requirements.
AP 7217 FACULTY
PRIORITIZATION
PROCESS
Council member provided feedback that this AP does not provide fair and
reasonable criteria for non-teaching faculty.
Council member stated that language needs to be added regarding what happens
if there is a failed search.
It was stated that a number reference to AP 7123 needs to be added to this
policy. It was also stated that AP 7123 needs to be revised to include more
specific language.
A motion was made by Mike Haley and seconded by Debbie Topping to table
AP 7217 and send it back to the Academic Senate for review and revisions.
TABLED A vote was taken and Council voted unanimously to table AP 7217 and send it
back to the Academic Senate for review and revisions.
ADJOURNMENT
President Kathy Smith adjourned the meeting at 5:10 p.m.
Redwoods Community College District
Proposed Board Policy 3515 and Administrative Procedure 3515
Reporting of Crimes
DRAFT
REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Board Policy
BP 3515
REPORTING OF CRIMES
The President/Superintendent shall ensure that, as required by law, reports are prepared of all
occurrences reported to the Public Safety Department of, and arrests for, crimes committed on
campus that involve violence, hate violence, theft or destruction of property, illegal drugs, or
alcohol intoxication. The President/Superintendent shall further ensure that required reports of
non-criminal acts of hate violence are prepared. Such reports shall be made available as required
by law.
It is the policy of the District to encourage the reporting of crimes and suspicious activity to the
Public Safety Department or local law enforcement. Campus security/police reports and
investigations are subject to disclosure as required by law. Victims of and witnesses to a crime
may make a confidential report.
The President/Superintendent shall ensure that an annual security report is prepared that meets
all of the requirements of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus
Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act).
Reference: Education Code § 67380; Penal Code § 841.5; Government Code § 6254(f); Jeanne
Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act
Approved:
REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Administrative Procedure
AP 3515
REPORTING OF CRIMES
District employees and students, and other members of the District community such as
volunteers or campus visitors, who are witnesses to or victims of a crime or who witness
suspicious activity should immediately report the crime or suspicious activity to the Public
Safety Department or local law enforcement. In case of an emergency, call 9-1-1. A person may
report any criminal activity or other emergency or suspicious activity to the Public Safety
Department at any time by dialing extension 4111 from any campus courtesy or office phone, or
by dialing (707) 476-4111 from any pay phone or off-campus phone, or through the RAVE
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Guardian mobile app. A person may also visit the Public Safety office on the Eureka Campus on
the lower level of the Redwoods Business Complex-A (Old Administration Building).
Confidential reports of crime can be made to the Public Safety Department by calling the tip line
at (707) 476-4555 or emailing CRTip@redwoods.edu. For purposes of crime reports to law
enforcement, the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office has primary jurisdiction over the College of
the Redwoods Eureka Campus and the Klamath-Trinity Instructional Site. The Eureka Police
Department has primary jurisdiction over the Eureka Downtown Campus. The Del Norte County
Sheriff’s Department has jurisdiction over the Del Norte Campus. The Fort Bragg Police
Department has primary jurisdiction over the Mendocino Coast Campus. Except as specifically
noted, nothing in this procedure requires a victim to report a crime if he or she declines to do so.
Nothing in this procedure prevents reporting of a crime by another person when the victim is
unable to report the crime.
In the event an employee is assaulted, attacked or menaced by a student, in addition to reporting
the action as described above, the employee shall notify his/her supervisor as soon as practical
after the incident. The supervisor of any employee who is attacked, assaulted or menaced shall
assist the employee to promptly report the attack or assault to the Public Safety Department or
local law enforcement. The supervisor himself/herself shall make the report if the employee is
unable or unwilling to do so. Reporting a complaint to local law enforcement will not relieve the
District of its obligation to investigate all complaints of harassment.
The Public Safety Department will notify students and employees complaining of sexual
violence of their right to file a sex discrimination complaint with the District or other agencies
with jurisdiction over unlawful discrimination (such as the United States Department of
Education Office for Civil Rights, the United States Equal Employment Opportunity
Commission, the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing, and the Chancellor’s
Office of the California Community Colleges) in addition to filing a criminal complaint. The
Public Safety Department shall also report incidents of sexual violence, domestic violence,
dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking to local law enforcement or the agency having
jurisdiction for where the crime occurred if the complainant consents or is unable to report the
incident. The Public Safety Department and campus security authorities (discussed below) shall
assist victims of alleged crimes of sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual
assault, or stalking in notifying law enforcement authorities of a crime if the victim so chooses.
Annual Security Report
The District shall annually collect and distribute crime statistics to comply with the Jeanne Clery
Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. The District shall publish an
Annual Security Report every year by October 1 that contains statistics regarding crimes
committed on each campus and at affiliated locations for the previous three years. The Annual
Security Report shall also include policies pertaining to campus security, alcohol and drug use,
crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, victims’ assistance program, student
discipline, campus resources and other matters. The District shall make the report available to
all current students and employees. Each year, an email notification is made to all enrolled
students, faculty, and staff that provides the website link to access the Annual Security Report.
The Annual Security Report can be located on the District’s website at
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www.redwoods.edu/safety. A hardcopy of the report is available from the Public Safety
Department upon request. A partial version of this report is located in the College catalog. The
District will provide prospective students with a copy of the Annual Security Report upon
request. Prospective employees may obtain a copy from Human Resources in SS 207 or by
calling (707) 476-4140, and the website address will be included in all District employment
applications. The District will submit these crime statistics to the U.S. Department of Education
as required.
Campus crime, arrest and referral statistics include those reported to the Public Safety
Department, designated campus officials (as identified below) and local law enforcement
agencies. California law requires prompt, mandatory reporting to the local law enforcement
agency by health care practitioners (such as those at Student Health Center) when they provide
medical services to a person they know or reasonably suspect is suffering from wounds inflicted
by a firearm or resulting from assaultive or abusive conduct. Counseling Center staff will inform
their clients of the procedures to report crime to the Public Safety Department on a voluntary or
confidential basis, should they feel it is in the best interest of the client. A procedure is in place
to anonymously capture crime statistics disclosed confidentially during such a session. All
college staff with significant responsibility for student and campus activities, including the
campus safety authorities listed below, shall report crimes about which they receive information
to the Public Safety Department.
The Annual Security Report shall include statistics concerning the occurrence of the following
offenses, which may also be the subject of timely warnings (see Board Policy 3506):
 Criminal homicide – murder and non-negligent manslaughter;
 Criminal homicide – negligent manslaughter;
 Sex offenses – forcible and non-forcible sex offenses;
 Domestic violence, dating violence and stalking incidents that were reported to campus
security authorities or local law enforcement;
 Robbery;
 Aggravated assault;
 Burglary;
 Motor vehicle theft;
 Arson;
 Arrests or persons referred for campus disciplinary action for liquor law violations, drug
law violations, and illegal weapons possession; and
 The crimes listed above or larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation,
destruction/damage/vandalism of property, or any other crime involving bodily injury,
that manifest evidence that the victim was intentionally selected because of the victim’s
actual or perceived race, gender, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity, ethnicity, or disability (this data shall be reported according to category of
prejudice).
The District shall annually review and update the list of offenses which should be included in the
Annual Security Report.
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In case of an emergency, call 9-1-1. A person may report any criminal activity or other
emergency or suspicious activity to the Public Safety Department at any time by dialing
extension 4111 from any campus courtesy or office phone, or by dialing (707) 476-4111 from
any pay phone or off-campus phone, or through the RAVE Guardian mobile app. A person may
also visit the Public Safety office on the Eureka Campus on the lower level of the Redwoods
Business Complex-A (Old Administration Building). For non-emergencies, contact the Public
Safety Department by phone at (707) 476-4112 or in person at the Public Safety Department
office at 7351 Tompkins Hill Road, Eureka. Confidential reports of crime can be made to the
Public Safety Department by calling the tip line at (707) 476-4555 or emailing
CRTip@redwoods.edu. For purposes of crime reports to law enforcement, the Humboldt County
Sheriff’s Office has primary jurisdiction over the College of the Redwoods Eureka Campus and
the Klamath-Trinity Instructional Site. The Eureka Police Department has primary jurisdiction
over the Eureka Downtown Campus. The Del Norte County Sheriff’s Department has
jurisdiction over the Del Norte Campus. The Fort Bragg Police Department has primary
jurisdiction over the Mendocino Coast Campus.
Any suspicious activity or person seen in the parking lots, loitering around vehicles, inside
buildings or around the residential halls should be reported to the Public Safety Department or
local law enforcement. In addition you may report a non-emergency crime to the following
positions that are identified as campus security authorities:

Campus Safety:
o Director of Public Safety, 707-476-4331 4554
o Any Public Safety Officer, 707-476-4112

Associated Students of College of the Redwoods Advisor, 707-476-4540
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Athletic Department:
o Dean of Athletics, Room PE 100I , 707-476-4242
o Any Athletics staff member
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College of the Redwoods Deans/Directors:
o Dean, Career Technical Education (CTE), 707-476-4341
o Dean, Athletics, Physical Education, Health Occupations, Addiction Studies,
Child Development Center, Early Childhood Education, Administration of
Justice, 707-476-4242
o Dean, Mathematics, Sciences, Behavioral & Social Sciences, 707-476-4211
o Dean, Arts & Humanities, 707-476-4559
o Director, Del Norte Campus, 707-465-2310
o Director, Emergency Response Training Center (includes AJ), 707-476-4331
o Director, Health Occupations (Nursing, Dental), 707-476-4236
o Director of Human Resources, 707-476-4144
o Director of Residential Life, 707-476-4398
o Conduct Officer, 707-476-4187
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
Vice President of Instruction and Student Development, 707-476-4109
These campus security authorities will report the crime to the Public Safety Department. Offcampus crimes may be reported to local law enforcement. The Public Safety Department and the
Humboldt County Sheriff (HCSO), the Del Norte County Sheriff (DNSO), the Mendocino
County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO), the Eureka Police Department (EPD), Crescent City Police
Department (CCPD) and the Fort Bragg Police Department (FBPD) cooperate during any mutual
investigations, arrest, and prosecutions or disciplinary proceedings. Public Safety Department
personnel attend regular meetings with local law enforcement agencies to exchange ideas and
discuss any issues of concern for the District.
If a Part 1 violent crime, sexual assault, or hate crime, committed on-campus or in any
noncampus building or property as defined in 34 CFR 668.46, is reported to a campus security
authority by the victim for purposes of notifying the District or law enforcement, the incident
shall be reported to the local law enforcement agency immediately. Such report to local law
enforcement will not identify the victim unless the victim consents to being identified after being
informed of his or her right to have personally identifying information withheld. Part 1 violent
crime means willful homicide, forcible rape, robbery, or aggravated assault, as defined in the
Uniform Crime Reporting Handbook of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.
In response to a crime report, the Public Safety Department will take appropriate action, e.g.,
dispatching a staff member or asking the victim or witness to visit the Public Safety Department
to file an incident report. All Public Safety Department incident reports are forwarded to the
Director of Public Safety for review and potential action by the Vice President of Instruction and
Student Development, the Director of Human Resources, or other appropriate department.
Public Safety Department investigators will investigate a report when it is deemed appropriate.
Additional information obtained through the investigation will be forwarded to the Vice
President of Instruction and Student Development or other appropriate department. If assistance
by local law enforcement is indicated by the nature of the circumstances, the Public Safety
Department will contact the appropriate agency. If a sex offense, domestic violence, dating
violence, sexual assault or stalking is alleged, Public Safety Department staff will offer the
victim a wide variety of services and provide information regarding services and other important
information in writing. Some available resources include:
RAPE CRISIS
Humboldt County Rape Crisis Center 707-445-2881
Del Norte Rape Crisis Center (707) 465-2851
Mendocino County Rape Crisis Center 707-462-9196
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SHELTER
Humboldt County 707-443-6042
Del Norte County 707-465-3013
Mendocino County 707-961-1507
The District encourages the prompt reporting of crimes and suspicious activity to the Public
Safety Department or local law enforcement. Campus security/police reports and investigations
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are subject to disclosure as required by law, so the Public Safety Department and local law
enforcement agencies cannot hold crime reports in confidence. However, if the victim of a crime
does not want to pursue action within the District system or the criminal justice system, the
victim may still want to consider making a confidential report to a campus security authority
identified above (rather than the Public Safety Department or local law enforcement). With the
victim’s permission, the campus security authorities identified above can file a report on the
details of the incident without revealing the victim’s identity. The purpose of a confidential
report is to comply with the victim’s wish to keep the matter confidential, while taking steps to
ensure the future safety of the victim and others. With such information, the District can keep an
accurate record of the number of incidents involving students, determine where there is a pattern
of crime with regard to a particular location, method, or assailant, and alert the campus
community to potential danger. Reports filed in this manner are counted and disclosed in the
annual crimes statistics for the institution. In addition, confidential reports of crime can be made
to the Public Safety Department by calling the tip line at (707) 476-4555 or emailing
CRTip@redwoods.edu.
Each year, the Director of Public Safety or designee will notify campus security authorities of
their obligations. The Director of Public Safety or designee will provide necessary training for
campus security authorities and will review crime reports submitted by campus security
authorities.
Campus “Professional Counselors,” when acting as such, are not considered to be a campus
security officers and are not required to report crimes for inclusion into the annual disclosure of
crime statistics. As a matter of policy, they are encouraged, if and when they deem it
appropriate, to inform persons being counseled of the procedures to report crimes on a voluntary
basis for inclusion into the annual crime statistics. A “Professional Counselor” for purposes of
this process is an employee of the District whose official responsibilities include providing
psychological counseling to District employees and students and who is functioning within the
scope of his or her license or certification.
Crime Log
The Public Safety Department maintains a daily crime log to record all criminal incidents and
alleged criminal incidents that are reported to the Public Safety Department. In the crime log,
the Public Safety Department records reported crimes that occurred on campus, on public
property within the campus or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus, or in or
on non-campus buildings or property that the District owns or controls, as well as reports of
crimes that occurred within the patrol jurisdiction of the Public Safety Department. The crime
log includes: the date the crime was reported; the date and time the crime occurred; the nature of
the crime; the general location of the crime; and the disposition of the complaint, if known. All
entries, additions to entries, or changes in the disposition of a complaint will be recorded within
two business days of the information being reported to the Public Safety Department, except in
specific limited circumstances provided by law (e.g., the confidentiality of a victim’s identity).
The crime log is available upon request at the Public Safety Department office during business
hours.
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Final Results of Disciplinary Proceedings
Upon request, the District may disclose the final results of a disciplinary proceeding to a victim
of an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence or a non-forcible sex offense, regardless of the
outcome. If the alleged victim is deceased as a result of such crime or offense, the District may
disclose the final results of the disciplinary proceeding to the victim’s next of kin. The District
shall disclose the final results of a disciplinary proceeding to a victim of an alleged incident of
domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking. The District may also disclose to
anyone, the final results of a disciplinary proceeding in which it concludes that a student violated
District policy with respect to a crime of violence or non-forcible sex offense. The offenses that
apply to this permissible disclosure are:
 Arson;
 Assault offenses;
 Burglary;
 Criminal homicide – manslaughter by negligence;
 Criminal homicide – murder and non-negligent manslaughter;
 Destruction, damage, or vandalism of property;
 Kidnapping or abduction;
 Robbery; and
 Forcible sex offenses.
The disclosure may only include the final result of the disciplinary proceeding with respect to the
alleged criminal offense, and shall include only the name of the student, the violation committed,
and any sanction imposed by the District on that student. The District shall not disclose the
name of any other student, including a victim or witness, without his or her written consent.
Reference: Education Code §§ 67380, 67382, 67383, 87014; Government Code § 6254; Penal
Code §§ 841.5, 11160; 20 USC § 1092(a); Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy
and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC § 1092(f)); 20 USC § 1232g; 20 USC § 1094(26); 34
CFR §§ 99.31(a)(13)-(14), 99.39, 668.41, 668.46
Approved:
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REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Board of Trustees Policy
BP 5015
RESIDENCE DETERMINATION
Students shall be classified at the time of each application for admission or registration as a
resident or nonresident student.
A resident is any person who has been a bona fide resident of California for at least one year on
the residence determination date. The residence determination date shall be the day immediately
preceding the first day of a semester or summer session for which the student applies to attend.
Residence classification shall be made for each student at the time applications for admission are
accepted or registration occurs and whenever a student has not been in attendance for more than
one semester. A student previously classified as a nonresident may be reclassified as of any
residence determination date.
The President/Superintendent shall enact procedures to assure that residence determinations are
made in accordance with Education Code and Title 5 regulations.
References:
Education Code Sections 68040, 76140;
Title 5 Sections 54000 et seq.
Adopted by Board of Trustees: 2/6/07
Former Policy #501, “Non-Resident Students,” Adopted by the Board of Trustees: 8/15/77
Amended: 2/7/94
REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Administrative Procedure
AP 5015
RESIDENCE DETERMINATION
1.0 Residence Classification
Residency classifications shall be determined for each student at the time of each registration
and whenever a student has not been in attendance for more than one semester. Residence
classifications are to be made in accordance with the following provisions:
1.1 A residence determination date is that day immediately preceding the opening day of
instruction for any session during which the student proposes to attend.
1.2 Residence classification is the responsibility of the Admissions and Records Office.
1.3 Students must be notified of residence determination within fourteen (14) calendar days
of submission of application.
2.0 Rules Determining Residence
2.1 A student who has resided in the state for more than one year immediately preceding the
residence determination date is a resident.
2.2 A student who has not resided in the state for more than one year immediately preceding
the residence determination date is a nonresident.
2.3 The residence of each student enrolled in or applying for enrollment in any class or
classes maintained by this District shall be determined in accordance with the Education
Code which states that every person has, in law, a residence. In determining the place of
residence, the following rules are to be observed:
2.3.1 Every person who is married or eighteen years of age, or older, and under no legal
disability to do so, may establish residence.
2.3.2 A person may have only one residence.
2.3.3 A residence is the place where one remains when not called elsewhere for labor or
other special or temporary purpose and to which one returns in seasons of repose.
2.3.4 A residence cannot be lost until another is gained.
2.3.5 The residence can be changed only by the union of act and intent.
2.3.6 A man or a woman may establish his or her residence. A woman's residence shall
not be derivative from that of her husband.
2.3.7 The residence of the parent with whom an unmarried minor child maintains
his/her place of abode is the residence of the unmarried minor child. When the
minor lives with neither parent, the minor's residence is that of the parent with
whom the last place of abode was maintained, provided the minor may establish
his/her residence when both parents are deceased and a legal guardian has not
been appointed.
2.3.8 The residence of an unmarried minor who has a parent living cannot be changed
by the minor's own act, by the appointment of a legal guardian, or by
relinquishment of a parent's right of control.
3.0 Determination of Resident Status
A resident is a student who has been a bona fide resident of the state for one year prior to the
residence determination date. A bona fide resident is a person whose residence is in
California as determined above except:
3.1 A student who is a minor and remains in this state after the parent, who was previously
domiciled in California and has established residence elsewhere, shall be entitled to
retain resident classification until attaining the age of majority and has resided in the
state the minimum time necessary to become a resident, so long as continuous
attendance is maintained at an institution.
3.2 A student who is a minor and who provides evidence of being entirely self-supporting
and actually present in California for more than one year immediately preceding the
residence determination date with the intention of acquiring a residence therein, shall be
entitled resident classification until he/she has resided in the state the minimum time
necessary to become a resident.
3.3 A student who has not been an adult for one year immediately preceding the residence
determination date for the semester for which the student proposes to attend an
institution shall have the immediate pre-majority-derived California residence, if any,
added to the post-majority residence to obtain the one year of California residence.
3.4 A student holding a valid credential authorizing service in the public schools of this
state, who is employed by a school district in a full-time position requiring certification
qualifications for the college year in which the student enrolls in an institution, shall be
entitled to resident classification if each student meets any of the following
requirements:
3.4.1 He/she holds a provisional credential and is enrolled in courses necessary to
obtain another type of credential authorizing service in the public schools.
3.4.2 He/she holds a credential issued pursuant to Education Code Section 44250 and
is enrolled in courses necessary to fulfill credential requirements.
3.4.3 He/she is enrolled in courses necessary to fulfill the requirements for a fifth year
of education prescribed by subdivision (b) of Education Code Section 44259.
3.4.4 A student holding a valid emergency permit authorizing service in the public
schools of this state, who is employed by a school district in a full-time position
requiring certification qualifications for the academic year in which the student
enrolls at an institution in courses necessary to fulfill teacher credential
requirements, is entitled to resident classification only for the purpose of
determining the amount of tuition and fees for no more than one year. Thereafter,
the student’s residency status will be determined under the other provisions of
this procedure.
3.5 A student who is a full-time employee of the California State University, the University
of California or a community college, or of any state agency or a student who is a child
or spouse of a full-time employee of the California State University, the University of
California or a community college, or of any state agency may be entitled to resident
classification, until the student has resided in the state the minimum time necessary to
become a resident.
3.6 A student who is a natural or adopted child, stepchild, or spouse who is a dependent of a
member of the armed forces of the United States stationed in this state on active duty
shall be entitled to resident classification. If the member of the armed forces of the
United States later transfers on military orders to a place outside this state, or retires as
an active member of the armed forces of the United States, the student dependent shall
not lose his/her resident classification, so long as he/she remains continuously enrolled
in the District.
3.7 A student who is a member of the armed forces of the United States stationed in this
state on active duty, except a member of the Armed Forces assigned for educational
purposes to a state-supported institution of higher education, is entitled to resident
classification only for the purpose of determining the amount of tuition and fees. If the
student later transfers on military orders to a place outside this state, the student shall
not lose his/her resident classification, so long as he/she remains continuously enrolled
in the District.
3.8 A veteran who was discharged or released from at least 90 days of active service less
than three years before the date of enrollment in a course commencing on or after July
1, 2015, and his/her dependents, regardless of the veteran’s state of residence is entitled
to resident classification.
3.9 A student who is a minor and resides with his or her parent in a district or territory not in
a district shall be entitled to resident classification, provided that the parent has been
domiciled in California for more than one year prior to the residence determination date
for the semester, quarter or term for which the student proposes to attend.
3.10 A student who is a Native American is entitled to resident classification for attendance
at a community college if the student is also attending a school administered by the
Bureau of Indian Affairs located within the community college district.
3.11 A student who is a federal civil service employee and his or her natural or adopted
dependent children are entitled to resident classification if the parent has moved to this
state as a result of a military mission realignment action that involves the relocation of
at least 100 employees. This classification shall continue until the student is entitled to
be classified as a resident, so long as the student continuously attends an institution of
public higher education.
3.12 A student who resides in California and is 19 years of age or under at the time of
enrollment, who is currently a dependent or ward of the state through California's child
welfare system, or was served by California's child welfare system and is no longer
being served either due to emancipation or aging out of the system, may be entitled to
resident classification until he/she has resided in the state the minimum time necessary
to become a resident.
3.13 A student who lives with a parent who earns a livelihood primarily by performing
agricultural labor for hire in California and other states, and the parent has performed
such labor in this state for at least two months per year in each of the two preceding
years, and the parent resides in this District and the parent of the student has claimed
the student as a dependent on his state or federal personal income tax return if he/she
has sufficient income to have personal income tax liability shall be entitled to resident
classification.
3.14 A student who demonstrates financial need, has a parent who has been deported or was
permitted to depart voluntarily, moved abroad as a result of that deportation or
voluntary departure, lived in California immediately before moving abroad, attended a
public or private secondary school in the state for three or more years, and upon
enrollment, will be in his or her first academic year as a matriculated student in
California public higher education, will be living in California, and will file an affidavit
with the District stating that he or she intends to establish residency in California as
soon as possible.
4.0 Right To Appeal
Students who have been classified as non-residents have the right to a review of their
classification (Title 5 Section 54010 (a)). Any student, following a final decision of
residence classification by the Admissions and Records Office, may make written appeal to
the Chief Student Services Officer within 30 calendar days of notification of final decision
by the college regarding classification.
5.0 Appeal Procedure
5.1 The appeal is to be submitted to Admissions and Records Office, which must forward it
to the Chief Student Services Officer within five working days of receipt. Copies of the
original application for admission, the residency questionnaire, and evidence or
documentation provided by the student, with a cover statement indicating upon what
basis the residence classification decision was made, must be forwarded with the
appeal.
5.2 The Chief Student Services Officer shall review all the records and have the right to
request additional information from either the student or the Admissions and Records
Office.
5.3 Within 30 calendar days of receipt, the Chief Student Services Officer shall send a
written determination to the student. The determination shall state specific facts on
which the appeal decision was made.
6.0 Reclassification
6.1 A student previously classified as a non-resident may be reclassified as of any residence
determination date. A residence determination date is that day immediately preceding
the opening day of instruction for any session during which the student proposes to
attend.
6.2 Petitions are to be submitted to the Admissions and Records Office.
6.3 Petitions must be submitted prior to the semester for which reclassification is to be
effective. Extenuating circumstances may be considered in cases where a student failed
to petition for reclassification prior to the residency determination date. In no case,
however, may a student receive a non-resident tuition refund after the date of the first
census.
6.4 Written documentation may be required of the student in support of the reclassification
request.
6.5 A questionnaire to determine financial independence must be submitted with the
petition for reclassification. Determination of financial independence is not required for
students who were classified as non-residents by the University of California, the
California State University, or another community college district (Education Code
Section 68044).
6.6 A student shall be considered financially independent for purposes of residence
reclassification if the applicant meets all of the following requirements:
6.6.1 Has not and will not be claimed as an exemption for state and federal tax purposes
by his or her parent in the calendar year prior to the year the reclassification
application is made;
6.6.2 Has not lived and will not live for more than six weeks in the home of his or her
parent during the calendar year the reclassification application is made.
6.7 A student who has established financial independence may be reclassified as a resident
if the student has met the requirements of Title 5 Sections 54020, 54022, and 54024.
6.8 Failure to satisfy all of the financial independence criteria listed above does not
necessarily result in denial of residence status if the one year requirement is met and
demonstration of intent is sufficiently strong.
6.9 Financial dependence in the current or preceding calendar year shall weigh more heavily
against finding California residence than financial dependence in the preceding second
and third calendar years. Financial dependence in the current or preceding calendar year
shall be overcome only if (1) the parent on whom the student is dependent is a
California resident or (2) there is no evidence of the student's continuing residence in
another state.
6.10 The Chief Student Services Officer will make a determination, based on the evidence
and notify the student not later than 14 days of receipt of the petition for
reclassification.
6.11 Students have the right to appeal according to the procedures above.
7.0 Non-Citizens
7.1 The District will admit any non-citizen who is 18 years of age or a high school graduate.
7.2 If non-citizens are present in the United States illegally or with any type of temporary
visa, they will be classified as non-residents and charged non-resident tuition unless
they meet the exceptions contained below.
7.3 If, for at least one year and one day prior to the start of the semester in question, a noncitizen has possessed any immigration status that allows him or her to live permanently
in the United States and she or he meets the California residency requirements, the
student can be classified as a resident.
7.4 Any students who are U.S. citizens, permanent residents of the U.S., and aliens who are
not nonimmigrants (including those who are undocumented), may be exempt from
paying nonresident tuition if they meet the following requirements:
7.4.1 High school attendance in California for three or more years;
7.4.2 Graduation from a California high school or attainment of the equivalent thereof;
7.4.3 Registration or enrollment in a course offered by any college in the District for
any term commencing on or after January 1, 2002,
7.4.4 Completion of a questionnaire form prescribed by the Chancellor and furnished
by the District of enrollment, verifying eligibility for this nonresident tuition
exemption; and
7.4.5 In the case of a student without lawful immigration status, the filing of an
affidavit that the student has filed an application to legalize his/her immigration
status, or will file an application as soon as he or she is eligible to do so.
7.5 The initial residency classification will be made at the time the student applies for
admission. Students may file residency questionnaire forms through the third week of
the semester to request a review of their residency statusWednesday prior to the start of
the term to request residency reclassification. Final residency determination is made by
the Chief Student Services Officer. Students may appeal the decision.
References:
Education Code Sections 68000 et seq. and
68130.5;
Title 5 Sections 54000 et seq.
Approved by Board of Trustees: February 7, 2007
Revised: X/XX/XXXX REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
BP 6750
Board Policy
Number Update only from Board of Trustees Policy No. 805
PARKING
The President/Superintendent shall establish such administrative procedures regarding vehicles
and parking on campus as are necessary for the orderly operation of the instructional program.
No person shall drive any vehicle or leave any vehicle unattended on the campus except in
accordance with such procedures.
Parking fees shall be established in accordance with these board policies.
References:
Education Code Section 76360
Vehicle Code Section 21113
Former Board of Trustees Policy No. 805, number change only on June 5, 2012
Adopted by the Board of Trustees: August 1977
REDWOODS COMMNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Administrative Procedure
AP 6750
PARKING REGULATIONS
This procedure is intended to promote safe and orderly movement of traffic and parking of
vehicles on District property. All applicable provisions of the California Vehicle Code are
expressly applicable both on and off paved roadways. Unless otherwise noted, this AP applies
only to the Eureka campus.
Parking of motor vehicles is limited to designated areas. Permits are required. Vehicles parked
in violation of the provisions of this procedure are subject to fines, towing, and/or impoundment.
All persons who enter college property are charged with knowledge of the provisions of this
procedure and are subject to the penalties for violations of such provisions. In accordance with
Section 21113(a) of the California Vehicle Code, it shall be an infraction for any person to do
any act forbidden or fail to perform any act required in these procedures.
SECTION I – PARKING REQUIREMENTS
The District provides facilities for vehicles for the sole purpose of conducting College business.
The District assumes no liability for damage or loss to private vehicles, their occupants, or
contents while on College property. Drivers, other than staff and students, who require vehicles
on campus in order to conduct business related to the College, may obtain temporary or campus
services permits.
PART A. GENERAL
1. DRIVER RESPONSIBILITY: The operation and parking of any motor vehicle on
campus shall be the responsibility of the vehicle operator. Parking is permitted only with
the proper acquisition and display of a valid parking permit. Students may not use
parking areas reserved for staff between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. weekdays.
Unless otherwise marked, students may use staff areas after 5:00 p.m. and on weekends.
2. TEMPORARY REGULATIONS/INSTRUCTIONS: Occasionally special short-term
conditions arise that may require suspending portions of these regulations, or may require
additional temporary regulations and/or instructions. Citations may be issued to persons
violating any temporary signs, barricades, or markings.
PART B. ELIGIBILITY
1. STUDENTS: All students who have paid the required fee and properly displayed their
District issued parking permit are eligible for first-come, first-served parking in general
parking lots.
2. STAFF: All full-time and part-time staff are eligible for parking provided they properly
display their District issued parking permit. The term "staff" does not include tutors,
student assistants, or work-study employees.
DISABLED PARKING: (Applies to all campus locations) Disabled placards or
specialized vehicle license plates are available from the Department of Motor Vehicles to
those individuals with qualifying medical conditions. Such placards or license plates
allow individuals with disabilities to park in spaces denoted by blue curbs, appropriate
signage, and the international disabled symbol. Holders of disabled placards or license
plates are also authorized to park in any parking space available, including staff spaces.
Persons with short-term disabilities requiring them to park near classes or offices may
apply for special permits at the Disabled Student Services Office. This special permit
will allow the individual the right to park in Medical Permit or Staff spaces. The special
permit does not allow the individual to park in the blue Disabled Parking spaces.
3. ONE-DAY PARKING PERMITS: One-day parking permits are available from permit
dispensing machines. These permits are only for use in any general parking lots and are
good only on the date printed on the face of each permit. They are not valid in staff
parking lots.
4. VISITOR PARKING: A visitor coming to the College on official business may obtain a
Visitors Parking Permit. These permits are only for use in general parking lots and are
only good for the date on the face of the permit. These permits can be obtained at the
Public Safety Office.
5. CAMPUS SERVICES PARKING PERMIT: Commercial or private vehicles providing
essential services to campus classrooms and offices are eligible to receive a Campus
Services Parking Permit which will permit parking close to the building where services
are being provided. Vehicles may park in an area designated for “Authorized Vehicles
Only.” Campus Services Permits are also honored in all parking lots on campus. These
permits can be obtained at the Public Safety Office.
6. VOLUNTEER WORKERS: Individuals who volunteer to work in a College program on
a regular basis, and are not students or employees, will be provided with appropriate
permits free of charge. These permits are only for use in general parking lots and are
only good for the dates on the face of the permit. These permits can be obtained at the
Public Safety Office.
7. Certain Vehicles Excepted: Federal, state, college, media, county or city-owned vehicles
bearing exempt license plates, and vehicles properly displaying a handicapped placard or
other handicapped identification issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles
are exempt from parking permits.
SECTION II - PROCEDURES
PART A. FEES/PERMITS
The Board of Trustees and California State Law provide that a schedule of parking fees be
established in order that funds may be provided for service, maintenance, improvement, and
expansion of parking facilities.
1. All persons parking on campus must pay fees as prescribed below except those who
qualify for adjusted rates under Education Code 76300(g) as verified by the Financial Aid
Office:
PERMIT FEE SCHEDULE
Automobile/Truck:
Annual (August to August): $65.00
Fall or Spring Semester: $40.00
Fall or Spring reduced rate (BOG): $30.00
Summer Session: $15.00
One-day: $3.00
Motorcycles:*
Annual (August to August): $33.00
Fall or Spring Semester: $20.00
Summer Session: $8.00
One-day: $3.00
*If an Automobile/Truck permit is purchased, and a motorcycle is the individual's second
vehicle, a motorcycle permit will be provided at no additional charge.
Staff Parking Permits: The first staff permit is provided free of charge. Additional
permits for staff members cost $15.00. Additional permits may be purchased for vehicles
registered to the staff member when the vehicle will be used as alternative transportation.
Staff permits are not for the use of dependent children for the purpose of attending
classes. As students, they are required to procure and display student permits and park in
general lots.
2. PLACEMENT OF PARKING PERMIT: Parking permits must be displayed face out on
either side of the driver’s side lower windshield dash. or face out on the rearview mirror.
It is the driver's responsibility to ensure that all numbers on the permit are visible from
the exterior of the vehicle. One day and temporary permits, such as visitor and vendor
permits, must be placed face up on the driver's side of the dash so as to be visible from
the exterior of the vehicle. Unreadable permits will result in a citation.
3. TRANSFER OF PERMIT: A parking permit is not transferable to other individuals.
4. REPLACEMENT OF PERMIT: In the event that a permit must be replaced due to
damage or loss, there will be a $5.00 replacement charge.
5. MISUSE OF PARKING PERMITS: All parking permits sold, issued, or granted to any
person as permission to park a vehicle on campus, are and shall remain the property of
College of the Redwoods during the period it is in effect. The College reserves the right
to revoke a parking permit for cause at any time before the expiration date of the permit.
No person shall have in his/her possession, use, or display any counterfeit or altered
permit, or have in his/her possession, use, or display for use as a valid permit, any permit
not specifically authorized by College of the Redwoods. No unauthorized person shall
intentionally deface, destroy, or unlawfully remove any parking permit from a vehicle.
No person who has been issued a parking permit shall give, lend, or allow any person to
use such permit to obtain parking privileges to which he/she is not entitled. No person
who is not the legitimate holder of a parking permit shall fraudulently use any permit to
obtain parking privileges to which he/she is not entitled.
6. CARPOOLING: College of the Redwoods encourages staff and students to carpool by
allowing individual parking permit holders to place as many license plates as they desire
on their permit. While one person must be the designated owner of a permit, that person
can place the license plate numbers of other authorized vehicles on the permit to permit
carpooling by simply moving the permit to the vehicle being used at the time.
PART B. PARKING
1. WHERE TO PARK: A parking permit does not guarantee a parking space in any given
area at any given time. The responsibility of locating a legal parking space rests with the
permit holder. Private vehicles must be parked in a marked parking space unless a vendor
or other special short-term permit of authorization is displayed. Lack of a parking space
at any given time or location is not considered a valid excuse to park a vehicle in an area
or space that is in violation of the conditions for which the parking permit was originally
issued.
2. NO PARKING: It shall be unlawful to park at any red or yellow painted curb or at any
area with an erected or posted sign that designates it as a "No Parking" area.
SECTION III - ENFORCEMENT
PART A. PARKING REGULATIONS
1. Illegal Parking:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
i)
No current valid parking permit visible
Reserved for staff permit parking only
Disabled parking only
Authorized campus vehicle parking only
Designated or posted no parking at anytime
Parking in red zone
Parking in yellow zone
Multi-space parking (unless impractical due to size)
Altered/forged/stolen permit
1. Additional Violations:
j) Altering, damaging, or moving College traffic signs, markings, or signal devices
Failure to obey any lawful order, signal, or direction of College official or other law
enforcement officer.
k) Improper classification of one's vehicle as regulated in Section I, Part B
l) Failure to observe temporary parking, or route and detour signs
PART B. ENFORCEMENT
1. CITATIONS: All vehicles parked in violation of these regulations shall be cited.
Citations issued by College of the Redwoods are processed through the appropriate
agency in accordance with Section 40200 of the California Vehicle Code. Citations are
forwarded to the appropriate agency within 72 hours (3 working days) of issuance. The
following parking fines are in effect:
a) All violations except as listed below (No permit, etc.): $25.00
b) Campus vehicle parking only, overtime parking: $35.00
c) No parking anytime, red/yellow zone, multi-space parking, etc.: $45.00
d) Altered/forged/stolen permit: $150.00
e) Disabled parking only: $330.00
2. OVERNIGHT PARKING: Parking of vehicles on campus overnight, or at any time for
the purpose of storage or repairing such vehicle (except for emergency repairs) is
prohibited, unless permission is obtained, in advance from Public Safety. The parking of
motor homes, trailers, boats, or any vehicle on campus for the purpose of habitation or
storage is prohibited. Residential Housing permits allow overnight parking for residents
only. Guests of housing residents must check in with the housing office. The housing
office may issue a temporary permit.
3. APPEALS: Individuals who feel that they have been incorrectly or unjustly cited may
appeal citations using the following process:
Complete a “Request for Initial Review of Citation” within 21 calendar days from the
issuance of a notice of parking violation or 14 calendar days from the mailing of a
notice of delinquent parking violation.
a) The Director of Public Safety or designee is designated as the College of the
Redwoods Citation Review Officer. The Director shall review written appeals of
citations and make a determination as to its disposition. Violators shall be notified
by mail or email of this decision within five working days
b) If the individual wishes to contest this decision further, a request for additional
review by an Administrative Hearing may be made by completing additional
sections of the same form and depositing the amount of the fine. (California Vehicle
Code Section 40215(b)
c) If the individual continues to disagree with the findings of that officer, he/she may
request a court appointment. Any monies deposited will be forwarded to the
appropriate court until the court provides a final disposition.
4. TIME RESTRICTIONS: The requirement of a parking permit is not enforced between
5:00 p.m., Fridays and 7:00 a.m., Mondays. All other parking regulations are enforced
twenty-four hours per day, seven days a week.
5. TOWING, IMMOBILIZING, AND IMPOUNDING OF VEHICLES: Vehicles that
appear to be abandoned are referred to the California Highway Patrol who will tow the
vehicle after seventy-two hours of notification. Impoundment fees for such removal are
the responsibility of the registered owner of the vehicle. Vehicles that have five or more
unpaid citations may be immobilized by the College.
PART C. PARKING PERMIT REFUNDS
1. Refunds will be considered when classes for which a student is registered have been
cancelled, or circumstances beyond the student's control require withdrawal. Refunds for
parking permits are made only to the person or organization paying the fee. The parking
permit must be returned.
2. After the first week of a given semester, $3.00 is subtracted from the value of the permit
each school day that passes following the purchase of the permit. A school day is any
weekday that the College is open for instructional purposes. It does not necessarily
conform to the individual student's schedule.
3. Refunds are made by credit to the student’s account approximately 10 working days
following application for the refund.
References:
Education Code Section 76360
Vehicle Code Section 21113
Approved 10/4/82
Revised: 7/7/86 ; 9/9/91 ; 7/11/00 ; 3/5/02 ; 4/5/04 REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Administrative Procedure
AP 5500
STANDARDS OF STUDENT CONDUCTS
1.0
Purpose of the Code
The purpose of this code is to recognize student’s rights within the institution to freedom
of speech, inquiry and assembly; to the peaceful pursuit of education; and to the
reasonable use of services and facilities of the College. Consistent with the College of the
Redwoods’ mission is an expectation that students will govern themselves in a manner
that demonstrates appropriate behavior with emphasis on self-respect and respect for
others. It is the practice of all employees and representatives of the College to respect the
properly exercised rights of its students.
The College has adopted a Student Conduct Code and Disciplinary Procedure in order to
maintain a learning environment of respect, civility, safety, and integrity for all members
of the College community. In addition to the code, students must also recognize and
comply with the standards of classroom behavior as stated in their individual course
syllabi. Acts of academic dishonesty, disruptive student behavior in the classroom, and
appeals to sanctions imposed in each case, are under the jurisdiction of the faculty
member and the academic department administrator. Further, students must understand
that threats of violence are considered a serious infringement upon the learning
environment and will be acted upon accordingly.
2.0
Student Conduct Policies
Procedural fairness and due process are basic to the proper enforcement of all College
regulations. Accordingly, no disciplinary action shall be initiated or sanction imposed
against students or student organizations until they have been notified in writing of the
charges against them and their rights under this Code, and given the opportunity to be
heard , with the exception that a hold status (may, shall, or will) be placed on student
records until the specific complaints have been resolved, and except in cases where
interim suspension is warranted for the health and safety of the community.
In general, the District President/Superintendent delegates authority for implementation
of this administrative procedure to the Chief Student Services Officer (CSSO). The
CSSO may designate other College officials to conduct investigations and student
disciplinary hearings, if appropriate.
The CSSO shall be responsible for maintaining complete records pertaining to all
activities relating to the implementation of the Student Conduct Code. Those records
shall include a summary of the business of the Conduct Review Committee and report of
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the disposition of each disciplinary case handled by any person or group authorized to
impose disciplinary sanctions or other recommendations in the name of the College.
3.0
Student Rights
Any student facing possible disciplinary action is entitled to the following procedural
rights:
4.0
3.1
The right to be notified in writing of the charges against him/her;
3.2
The right to know the nature of the evidence against him/her (unless release of the
evidence would endanger the health or safety of victim(s) or witness(es);
3.3
The right to present information and witnesses relevant to his/her defense;
3.4
The right to freedom from compulsory self-incrimination; and
3.5
The right to appear with an advisor.
Proscribed Conduct of the College
Sanctions may be imposed for prohibited conduct which occurs on College premises, at
off-campus instructional sites (e.g., experiential coursework, internships, or lab), at
College-sponsored extra-curricular activities or events when a student serves as a
representative of the College, or in the course of using College technology or property.
Sanctions may also be imposed for conduct that materially and substantially interferes
with the College’s operation or education programs or the safety and welfare of the
College community. Examples of prohibited conduct are described in Section 8.0: Code
of Conduct Violations and Sanctions
5.0
Jurisdiction and Privacy
Jurisdiction is maintained between periods of enrollment unless the accused individual’s
official record in the Records Office shows a complete withdrawal prior to the expiration
of the published deadline for registration for the succeeding period of enrollment. For
students enrolled in the spring term, jurisdiction is maintained until the expiration of the
published deadline for registration for the succeeding fall term.
Unless state or federal law requires disclosure or unless the student and the College
determine otherwise, proceedings under this regulation shall be confidential. Records
created by public safety, which were created by that law enforcement unit for purposes of
law enforcement, are not considered “student records” under the Family Educational
Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and may be released to third parties as necessary
without violating FERPA.
6.0
Student Code of Conduct Procedures
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Any member of the College community may file a complaint against any student for
alleged misconduct. Complaints must be presented in writing to the CSSO or his/her
designee and should be submitted as soon as possible after the event takes place,
preferably within fifteen business days.
Although specific timeframes are identified in these processes, any of the timeframes
may be extended by the District for good cause upon written notice to the Affected Party
and the Responding Student, providing such notice includes the reason(s) for the
extension.
A student against whom a complaint has been filed and/or disciplinary charges are
pending will have a hold status placed on his/her records and will not be permitted to
withdraw from the College with a clear education record (e.g., a record without notation
of disciplinary charges and sanctions) until such charges have been resolved.
6.1
Investigation and Notice to Student
Allegations or complaints of student misconduct that are brought to the attention
of the CSSO shall first be analyzed to determine whether the alleged conduct, if
true, would constitute a violation of District policies. Upon a determination that
alleged misconduct, if true, would constitute a violation of District policies, the
CSSO, or his/her designee, shall promptly and thoroughly investigate the matter.
An investigative process should, to the extent possible, be concluded within
twenty (20) days of the initiation of the investigation. An investigative report shall
be prepared that includes the following:
6.2
6.1.1
A description of the circumstances giving rise to the complaint.
6.1.2
A summary of the testimony provided by each witness.
6.1.3
An analysis of relevant data.
6.1.4
A finding of whether there is probable cause to believe that sexual
misconduct occurred.
6.1.5
Any other information considered appropriate by the District (Title 5,
section 59334).
Imposing Sanctions
If the student does admit responsibility, and if the CSSO or designee concludes
that there is sufficient information to sustain a finding of responsibility, the CSSO
or designee may impose or defer one or more of the sanctions listed under Code
of Conduct Violations and Sanctions. No sanction involving separation from the
College (i.e., Suspension or Expulsion) will be imposed by the CSSO or designee.
Such sanctions are to be recommended to the President by the Student Conduct
Review Committee.
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6.3
Referral to the Student Conduct Review Committee
The CSSO or designee will refer the case to the Student Conduct Committee for a
hearing when:
6.4
6.5
6.3.1
The student does not admit responsibility;
6.3.2
The CSSO or designee concludes that an Agreement of Resolution (see
section 6.5) is not appropriate;
6.3.3
There is a finding of probable cause to believe there has been a violation
of the Student Code of Conduct.
Insufficient Evidence
6.4.1
At any time before the Student Conduct Hearing occurs, if the CSSO
or designee receives new information that establishes a clear lack of
truth of prior information submitted to the CSSO or designee such that
it determines that the prior evidence must be disregarded and if in
disregarding that prior information the CSSO or designee concludes
that there is insufficient information to sustain a finding of
responsibility, then the CSSO or designee will withdraw the case from
Committee. This disposition is binding and terminates all Student
Conduct Committee proceedings.
6.4.2
If the CSSO or designee concludes that there is insufficient
information to find the student responsible, the case will not be
referred to the Student Conduct Committee for a hearing.
Agreement of Resolution (aka Behavior Contract)
When the CSSO or designee and the student agree that the above dispositions are
not appropriate, an Agreement of Resolution may be used to conclude the matter.
This Resolution, while not considered to be a finding of responsibility, is binding.
If the student fails to abide by the terms of the Agreement of Resolution, that
failure may be regarded as actionable misconduct and may subject the student to
disciplinary action by the College. An Agreement of Resolution may include such
terms as:
6.5.1
Agreement by the student to refrain from specific behaviors, and/or to
refrain from contacting others involved in the case;
6.5.2
Agreement by the student to participate in specified educational programs
and/or reconciliation processes such as mediation; and/or
6.5.3
Agreement by the student to participate in specified community service
activities.
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The Agreement of Resolution is not a formal disciplinary action but will be
retained in the case file in the Office of the CSSO for seven (7) years from the
date of the Agreement. During that time, should the CSSO or designee have a
reasonable basis to believe that the student has engaged in misconduct related in
nature to the conduct which occasioned the Agreement, both cases may be the
subject of College disciplinary action.
6.6
Formal Hearing
6.6.1
Conduct Review Committee
The accused student may request, or the CSSO may require, that the
charges be resolved at a formal hearing provided by Conduct Review
Committee. The CSSO shall consider the preference of the accused
student, the nature of the charges, and the availability of the committee
members when assigning the case for a hearing. The Conduct Review
Committee will hear cases and make decisions on appropriate sanctions.
The Committee will be established at the beginning of each academic year
and will be composed of:
6.6.1.1
One (1) member of the administration (and an alternate)
appointed by the President/Superintendent.
6.6.1.2
Two (2) members (and an alternate) of the classified staff
appointed by the President of the College from a list of staff
members submitted by the classified bargaining unit. Vacancies
of classified staff members shall be filled by action of the
classified bargaining unit.
6.6.1.3
Two (2) members (and an alternate) of the faculty appointed by
the President/Superintendent from a list of faculty members
submitted by the Academic Senate. Each faculty member must
be a full-time or part-time faculty member at the College.
Vacancies of faculty members shall be filled by action of the
Senate.
6.6.1.4
Two (2) members (and an alternate) of the student body
appointed by the President/Superintendent from a list of students
submitted by the President of the ASCR Senate. Each student
must be enrolled not less than half-time (6 units minimum) and
have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0. Vacancies of student
members shall be filled by recommendation of the ASCR Senate.
6.6.1.5
The President of the College will appoint the chair of the
Conduct Review Committee.
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Conduct Review Committee members and alternates serve on the
committee for the academic year. Alternate members may be reappointed
to serve as full members for the next academic year.
The CSSO or designee shall serve as non-voting Secretary and advisor to
the Conduct Review Committee.
No Conduct Review Committee member may sit on the Committee during
a hearing if that member is a complainant, witness, has a direct or personal
interest in the outcome of the hearing, or has previously acted in an
advisory capacity to the accused student.
The Chair of the Conduct Review Committee may establish a hearing
format consistent with this Code. In cases involving more than one
accused student, the Chair of the Conduct Review Committee and the
CSSO or designee will determine if hearings or conferences concerning
each student will be conducted jointly or separately. The decision of the
Committee Chair shall be final on all matters relating to the conduct of the
hearing unless there is a vote by other members of the panel to the
contrary.
6.6.2
6.6.3
Notice of Hearing. Written notice of the hearing shall be provided
simultaneously to the accuser and the complainant and shall include the
following:
6.6.2.1
The specific alleged misconduct (accusation).
6.6.2.2
A summary of the investigation and/or a short written statement
of the facts supporting an accusation of misconduct.
6.6.2.3
The right of the parties to attend the hearing or to respond in
writing regarding the party’s position concerning the matter.
6.6.2.4
The nature of the discipline that is being considered.
Notices described in this procedure are sent to the most recent official
student address and/or email address on file with the District. The notice
will inform the student of:
6.6.3.1
The charges alleged to have been violated and sufficient details
of the complaint for the basis of the allegation to be understood;
6.6.3.2
The time, location and place of the hearing;
6.6.3.3
A statement of the respondent student’s rights as stated in the
Code; and
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6.6.3.4
The name of the person(s), group, or College office filing the
charges.
Nothing prohibits the District from amending the notice as deemed
appropriate. The CSSO may request the production of relevant evidence
that was not part of the investigative process for consideration in the
hearing process.
6.7
Conduct of Hearing
The CSSO or designee shall determine how the hearing will be conducted, taking
into account the safety of parties and witnesses. The CSSO or designee may call
and question witnesses he/she believes have relevant information.
Each party may recommend witnesses to be called. To avoid unnecessarily
duplicative or irrelevant testimony, the CSSO or designee may require a party to
indicate the nature of the proposed testimony as a condition to calling witnesses.
The CSSO or designee cannot compel the attendance of witnesses recommended
by the parties.
The CSSO or designee shall determine on a case-by-case basis how the
questioning of parties and witnesses shall be conducted, given the nature of the
allegations and the safety of parties and witnesses. If the CSSO or designee does
not permit direct questioning by the parties, he/she may consider permitting the
parties to submit questions for the CSSO or designee to ask parties and witnesses.
Formal rules of evidence shall not apply. Any relevant, non-duplicative evidence
may be admitted.
Determination of violations shall be made based on the preponderance of
evidence.
Quorum for a hearing requires that five (5) of the seven Student Conduct Review
Committee members are present for the hearing. If the case is to be heard at the
Mendocino or Del Norte site, a quorum will be three (3) members of the
Committee.
Hearings shall be closed and confidential unless the student requests that it be
open to the public. Any such request must be made no less than five (5) days prior
to the date of the hearing. In a closed hearing, witnesses shall not be present at the
hearing when not testifying, unless all parties and the Chair of the committee
agree to the contrary.
In all cases, the evidence in support of the charges will be presented and
considered whether or not either party is in attendance.
The accused student may be accompanied by an advisor if so desired, conditional
on 24-hour notice to and approval of the CSSO or designee. The advisor may
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attend the hearing with the student to counsel him/her and suggest questions. The
accused student and advisor may be present during the entire time of the hearing,
except during the deliberations of the Conduct Review Committee. In no event
may the advisor participate directly by speaking for either party or questioning
witnesses.
The student shall not be represented by an attorney unless, in the judgment of the
CSSO, complex legal issues are involved. If the student wishes to be represented
by an attorney, a request must be presented with the name and office address of
the attorney not less than five calendar/business days prior to the date of the
hearing. If the student is permitted to be represented by an attorney, the College
may request legal assistance. The Conduct Review Committee may also request
legal assistance; any legal advisor provided to the committee may sit with it in an
advisory capacity to provide legal counsel but shall not be a member of the panel
nor vote with it.
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Notice of Decision.
Within fifteen (15) days following the hearing, the CSSO shall prepare and send a
written decision simultaneously to the parties. The Notice of Decision shall include
factual findings regarding the accusation and determinations as to whether any specific
section(s) of the Standards of Student Conduct were violated. The Notice of Decision
shall also include a specific decision regarding the disciplinary action to be imposed, if
any, unless expulsion is recommended. The Notice of Decision shall be based only on the
record of the hearing, and not on matters outside of that record. The record includes the
investigative report, any written notices or student statements, and oral and written
evidence produced for, or at, the hearing.
If expulsion is recommended, the Notice of Decision shall verify that expulsions require
Board of Trustee action.
If the student is found not to be in violation of the Student Code of Conduct, and if
coursework has been missed as a direct result of action taken against the student,
appropriate action will be taken in order to assist the student to complete the course,
reimburse the cost of tuition, or reach other alternatives.
7.1
Appeals of Formal Hearing Decisions
Appeal requests are available to the parties only on the following bases:
7.1.1
A claim that the initial hearing included a material procedural error. The
appeal request must identify the specific procedural error(s) and how that
claimed error disadvantaged the appealing party.
7.1.2
Relevant evidence that was previously unavailable has been discovered,
and that evidence could significantly impact the outcome of the case. The
appeal request must identify the specific evidence, how the evidence is
relevant, why the evidence was previously unavailable, and how the newly
discovered relevant evidence could impact the outcome of the case.
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7.1.3
The proposed discipline is substantially unreasonable in light of the
findings. The appeal request must indicate the claimed unreasonableness
of the proposed discipline and indicate what discipline the student believes
would be appropriate.
Written appeals must be submitted in writing to the President/Superintendent
within five (5) days of the delivery of the CSSO’s Notice of Decision to the
parties. If no appeal is received within five (5) days, the decision of the CSSO,
including the proposed discipline will take immediate effect.
The President/Superintendent will not hold a hearing. Rather, resolution of the
appeal shall be based upon the written findings and decision from the Conduct
Review Committee, the record of the hearing, as well as any written
documentation submitted by either party during the hearing. The CSSO or
designee will provide all relevant documentation to the President/Superintendent.
The President/Superintendent shall render a decision within ten (10) business days
after receipt of the appeal and shall inform the student immediately by mail and/or
email.
In all cases but expulsion, the President/Superintendent’s decision regarding the
appeal will be final. Any recommendation of expulsion shall be presented to the
Board of Trustees for action.
If the President/Superintendent upholds an expulsion decision that the student
wishes to contest further, the student may appeal in writing to the Board of
Trustees. In this instance, the following procedure will be followed:

The Board of Trustees shall consider any appeal at the next regularly
scheduled meeting of the Board after receipt of the recommended
decision.

The Board of Trustees shall consider an expulsion recommendation in
closed session, unless the student has requested that the matter be
considered in a public meeting in accordance with these procedures.

The student shall be notified in writing, at least three (3) days prior to the
meeting, of the date, time, and place of the Board's meeting.

The student may, within forty-eight hours after receipt of the notice,
request that the hearing be held as a public meeting.
Even if a student has requested that the Board of Trustees consider an expulsion
recommendation in a public meeting, the Board of Trustees will hold any
discussion that might be in conflict with the right to privacy of any student, other
than the student requesting the public meeting, in closed session.
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The Board of Trustees may accept, modify or reject the findings, decisions and
recommendations of the President/Superintendent and/or the hearing panel. If the
Board of Trustees modifies or rejects the decision, the Board shall review the
record of the hearing, and shall prepare a new written decision which contains
specific factual findings and conclusions. The decision of the Board of Trustees
shall be final.
The final action of the Board of Trustees on the expulsion shall be taken at a
public meeting, and the result of the action shall be a public record of the College.
8.0
Code of Conduct Violations and Sanctions
8.1
Violations
Students are expected to demonstrate qualities of morality, integrity, honesty,
civility, honor, and respect. Students are required to engage in responsible social
conduct that reflects credit upon the CR Community and to model good
citizenship in any community. Disciplinary action may be initiated by the College
and sanctions imposed against any student or student organization found
responsible of committing, attempting to commit, or intentionally assisting in the
commission of any prohibited forms of conduct:
8.1.1
Academic dishonesty, which includes cheating, plagiarism, and hampering
or discrediting the academic work of others, shall be more fully defined in
administrative procedures.
8.1.2
Unauthorized distribution of copyrighted material, including unauthorized
peer-to-peer file sharing, may subject the students to civil and criminal
liabilities.
8.1.3
Continued disruptive behavior¸ or obstructing the work and operation of
the College, as shall be more fully defined in administrative procedures.
8.1.4
Defamation: An individual shall not use defamatory words or phrases or
distribute defamatory materials. Defamatory words or materials are those
that: (1) are false and expose any person or the college to hatred,
contempt, ridicule, disgust or an equivalent reaction; or (2) are false and
have a tendency to impugn a person’s occupation, business, or office.
8.1.5
Violation of the College’s computer use policy or any conduct that
constitutes a computer-related crime pursuant to Penal Code, section 502.
Use of electronic technology includes, but is not limited to: internet, email, telephone, fax machines, or instant messaging to intimidate another
member of the College community.
8.1.6
Theft (actual or attempted) or destruction of College property or property
belonging to a member of the College community or other abuse of
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College computer facilities, programs, technology and equipment as shall
be more fully described in administrative procedures.
8.1.7
Coercion, which is defined as attempting to compel, control, or manipulate
another through the threat of force, intimidation, exploitation of fear or
anxiety, including explicit and implied physical and verbal threats against
another person or bullying as defined in Board Policy 3431 and
Administrative Procedure 3431.
8.1.8
Disruption or obstruction of teaching, research, administration,
disciplinary proceedings, other College activities, including its public
service functions on or off campus, or of other authorized non-College
activities when the conduct occurs on College premises.
8.1.9
Intentionally obstructing or denying access to facilities or services to
individuals entitled to use such services or facilities.
8.1.10 Intentionally interfering with the lawful rights of other persons on campus.
8.1.11 Violation of the District’s nondiscrimination or sexual harassment
policies, or engaging in harassing, or retaliatory behavior in violation of
District policy or sexual assault or misconduct or physical abuse,
including but not limited to rape, domestic violence, dating violence,
sexual assault or stalking as defined in District procedures.
8.1.12 Violation of local, county, state, or federal law, whether it be on or off
campus, only when a definite College interest is involved and where the
student misconduct distinctly and adversely affects the College’s pursuit
of its educational mission
8.1.13 Wearing, transporting, storing, or possessing firearms or other weapons on
College property (including College-owned vehicles and parking lots), at
College-sponsored or College-related functions or events, and during
times when acting as a representative of the College whether on or off
College premises The administrative procedures shall define “weapons”
prohibited by this policy to include firearms, knives, explosives, clubs and
other items used as a threat to do bodily harm and facsimiles of such
weapons. This does not apply to any certified law enforcement personnel
engaged in official duties. Activities requiring use of the prohibited items
may be conducted on approval of the activity by the
President/Superintendent or his/her designee.
8.1.14 Intentional obstruction of the freedom of movement of pedestrian or
vehicular traffic on College premises.
8.1.15 Participation in a campus demonstration which disrupts the normal
operations of the College and infringes on the rights of other members of
the College community.
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8.1.16 Leading or inciting others to disrupt scheduled and/or normal activities
within any campus building or area.
8.1.17 Detention or physical abuse, or assault or battery, extortion, or
intimidation of any person or conduct which is intended to threaten
imminent bodily harm or endanger the health or safety of any person on
any property owned or controlled by the College or at any College
sponsored or supervised functions.
8.1.18 Failure to comply with reasonable directions of College officials or public
safety officers acting in performance of their duties on campus or affecting
conduct on campus.
8.1.19 Unauthorized possession, duplication or use of keys to any College
premises, supplies or equipment, including computing, networking, or
information resources, or unauthorized entry to or use of College
premises.
8.1.20 Being an accessory to any person on the College campus who is or who is
not a member of the College community who violates this code.
8.1.21 Violation of College Board policies, published college policies, rules,
procedures, or regulations.
8.1.22 Conduct that is disorderly, lewd, or indecent; breach of peace; or aiding,
abetting, or procuring another person to breach the peace on CR premises
or at functions sponsored by, or participated in by, CR or members of the
College community.
8.1.23 Unlawful possession, use, sale, offer to sell, or furnishing, or being under
the influence of, any controlled substance listed in California Health and
Safety Code Section 11053 et seq., an alcoholic beverage, or an intoxicant
of any kind; or unlawful possession of, or offering, arranging or
negotiating the sale of any drug paraphernalia, as defined in California
Health and Safety Code Section 11014.5 or use, sale or distribution of any
poison defined in Section 4240 of the Business and Professions Code.
8.1.24 Willful or persistent smoking in any area where smoking has been
prohibited by law or by regulation of the College.
8.1.25 Willful misconduct that results in injury or death to a student or to College
personnel or which results in cutting, defacing, or other injury to any real
or personal property owned by the College or on campus.
8.1.26 Dishonesty; forgery; alteration or misuse of College documents, records or
identification; or knowingly furnishing false information to the College.
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8.1.27 Engaging in expression which is obscene, libelous or slanderous, or which
so incites students as to create a clear and present danger of the
commission of unlawful acts on College premises, or the violation of
lawful College regulations, or the substantial disruption of the orderly
operation of the College.
8.1.28 Persistent, serious misconduct where other means of correction have failed
to bring about proper conduct.
8.1.29 Unauthorized preparation, giving, selling, transfer, distribution, or
publication, for any commercial purpose, of any contemporaneous
recording of an academic presentation in a classroom or equivalent site of
instruction, including but not limited to handwritten or typewritten class
notes, except as permitted by any district policy or administrative
procedure.
8.1.30 The use by a student of any electronic listening or recording device in any
classroom without the prior consent of the instructor, except as necessary
to provide reasonable auxiliary aids and academic adjustments to a student
with a disability.
8.1.31 Disengaging smoke or fire detection equipment including tampering with
fire or safety equipment, including pull stations, fire extinguishers, fire
hoses, smoke detectors, alarm horns and bells or any other fire or safety
items, or failure to vacate facilities during fire drills or fire or other
emergencies when directed to do so by District or public safety
representatives.
8.1.32 Initiation of or participation in hate violence.
8.1.33 Solicitation or acceptance of money or other thing of value as an
inducement, encouragement, or reward for intercollegiate participation in
violation of Education Code, section 67361 or false declarations regarding
eligibility for participation in intercollegiate athletics under Education
Code, section 67362;
8.1.34 The offering of any inducement or thing of value to influence the award of
any grade or to alter any official College record.
8.2
Sanctions
Any time a sanction is specifically provided for herein, the employee or officer
authorized to impose such sanctions may impose a lesser sanction. For the
purposes of this rule, expulsion is the most severe sanction, followed by
suspension, probation, and written and oral warning. A student may be given an
interim suspension and, subsequently, may be subjected to further disciplinary
action by the College, up to and including expulsion, if such further sanction is
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found to be appropriate in light of the conduct of the student. In all such cases, the
fact of the earlier sanction shall be taken into consideration in determining the
extent of any further sanctions. Disciplinary actions will be enforced by the
College. Consequently, each campus, education center, or instructional site within
the District will honor sanctions imposed by the College.
8.2.1
Individual Sanctions.
8.2.1.1
Warning - a written or oral notice to the student that continuation
or repetition of certain conduct may be cause for disciplinary
action under this regulation.
8.2.1.2
Probation - a reprimand for violation of specified regulations.
Probation is for a designated period of time and includes the
probability of more severe disciplinary sanctions if the student is
found to be violating any institutional regulation(s). If a student
violates any condition of probation or again is charged with a
violation of the standards of student conduct during the
probationary period, such action shall be grounds for revocation
of the student's probationary status and for further disciplinary
action to be taken in accordance with this regulation.
8.2.1.3
Loss of Privilege - a denial of specified privileges for a
designated period of time. This may include, but is not limited to,
access to facilities, services or offices or participation in clubs,
organizations, or College-sponsored events.
8.2.1.4
Restitution - a requirement of any student who has caused nonaccidental damage to College property to pay the College the
cost of replacing or repairing the property in question. The
College may withhold, after appropriate written notice to the
student, grades, transcripts, certificates, diplomas, registration
privileges, or any combination thereof from any student who
fails to repay or refuses to repay any valid debt owed to the
College (Education Code Section 72237).
8.2.1.5
Community Service - the performance of community service as a
sanction for misconduct. Determination of the type of work to be
performed, the number of hours of service, and the responsibility
for supervising the service will be made in consultation with the
CSSO.
8.2.1.6
Withdrawal from class - an administrative withdrawal with
consequent loss of tuition and fees from a class, classes, or
program.
8.2.1.7
Limited Access - an administrative restriction to selected
parts/locations of campus buildings.
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8.2.1.8
Other penalties - the student may be denied a transcript or degree
until all of the obligations specified by a disciplinary body are
met or other penalties as may be imposed as ones determined to
fit the misconduct.
8.2.1.9
College suspension - the separation of the student with
consequent loss of tuition and fees from the College for a definite
period of time, after which the student is eligible to return.
Conditions for readmission may be specified.
8.2.1.10 College expulsion - the permanent separation with consequent
loss of tuition and fees of the student from the College.
8.2.1.11 Discretionary Sanctions - a work assignment, service to the
College or neighboring communities, or other related
discretionary assignments (such assignments must have the prior
approval of the disciplinary advisor).
8.2.1.12 Counseling or Education Seminars - the requirement to
participate in counseling seminars or educational workshops in
lieu of, or in addition to, the imposition of sanctions.
8.2.1.13 Revocation of Admission or Degree - the admission to the
College may be revoked based on fraud, misrepresentation or
other forms of misconduct related to the admissions process. The
granting of a degree by the College may be revoked based on
fraud, misrepresentation or other forms of misconduct related to
obtaining the degree.
8.2.1.14 Deactivation - the loss of privileges, including College
recognition, for a specified period of time for any student club,
group, or organization.
8.2.1.15 Mental Health Clearance: A mental health clearance is a
restriction that requires a student to obtain the opinion of a
mental health professional indicating whether the student (a)
presents a danger to himself/herself or others or (b) is likely to
repeat the same or similar misconduct. A student shall not be
required to provide a mental health clearance unless such
requirement is imposed by the College’s Student Conduct
Review committee or Behavior Intervention Team.
8.3
Disruptive Classroom Behavior
8.3.1
Instructors
Course instructors at College of the Redwoods Community College
District have the professional responsibility and authority to maintain
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order in instructional settings, which include but are not limited to
classrooms, libraries, group meetings, tutorials, lab sessions, office hours,
and off-campus venues. To assure the best presentation of the course
material, a course instructor shall determine the manner and times during
which students may ask questions, request clarification or express
opinions or points of view in the instructional setting.
8.3.2
Students
Student behavior or speech that disrupts the instructional setting or is
clearly disrespectful of the instructor or fellow students will not be
tolerated. Disruptive conduct may include, but is not limited to: rude or
disrespectful behavior; unwarranted interruptions; failure to adhere to
instructor's directions; vulgar or obscene language; slurs or other forms of
intimidation; physically or verbally abusive behavior.
8.3.3
Records
Instructors are advised to keep careful written records regarding any
incident of disruptive behavior, including dates, times, names of those
present, and details of the incident. Instructors should inform their
department chair or supervising faculty and the CSSO Office of any such
incidents and provide written documentation, if requested. The parties
involved, in conjunction with the department chair or supervising faculty
and appropriate administrator, should strive for acceptable solutions or
mediate appropriate intervention strategies.
8.3.4
Removal from Class
Any faculty member may, for good cause, order a student removed from
his or her class for the day of the removal and the next class meeting
(Education Code Section 76032).
The faculty member shall immediately report the removal to the
appropriate immediate administrator and the CSSO or designee. The
CSSO or designee shall arrange for a conference between the student and
the faculty member regarding the removal. If the faculty member or the
student requests, the CSSO or designee shall attend the conference.
The student shall not be returned to the class during the period of the
removal without the concurrence of the faculty member. Nothing herein
will prevent the CSSO or designee from recommending further
disciplinary procedures in accordance with these procedures based on the
facts which led to the removal.
8.3.5
Students Who May Present a Danger to Themselves or Others
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The College seeks to promote a safe environment where students and
employees may participate in the educational process without
compromising their health, safety or welfare. The Code of Conduct
prohibits a student from engaging in violent conduct and threatening
behaviors toward any member of the College community, including a
student’s threat to harm him-or-herself. In cases of this type, the special
procedures set out in section 8.3.6 may be used to attempt to determine if
the student (1) presents a danger to himself/herself or others, and/or (2) is
likely to repeat the misconduct. All threats or threats to do violence must
be taken seriously and responded to immediately.
8.3.6
Responding to Student Conduct Involving Threats or Violence
Any College employee, student, or visitor who observes or otherwise
becomes aware of violent or threatening student conduct, including a
student’s threat to injure himself/herself, or any other student conduct that
indicates that the student may present a danger to himself/herself or others,
should do the following:
In the case of an emergency, immediately contact the College’s Security
office by calling the emergency number 476-4111. In severe cases, call
911. In these cases, Security will write an incident report to be filed in
situations where an incident report is deemed warranted.
In cases that do not involve an immediate emergency, promptly file an
incident report with Public Safety or inform the campus or site
administrator.
In the event of any threat on a person's life, whether spoken or written, the
following procedure will be undertaken even if the person hearing/seeing
the threat does not believe it is viable:
The police will be immediately called.
The person(s) threatened will be immediately informed.
The person(s) doing the threatening will be referred to a
psychologist/psychiatrist/counselor for evaluation as to the viability of the
threat and a recommendation made to the District.
A letter of immediate suspension will be issued and conditions placed
upon the person(s) return.
Parents will be notified of the person(s) behavior (if FERPA conditions
are met) and violation of the college's code of conduct.
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The College will continue to follow-up with faculty, staff, law
enforcement, parents, etc. and communicate essential information to one
another.
9.0
Immediate Suspension and Denial of Access
9.1
Immediate Suspension
The President/Superintendent may impose an immediate suspension on a student
only where such action is required in order to protect lives or property and to
ensure the maintenance of order on the campus or at a campus function. To the
extent the circumstances reasonably permit, the District's legal advisor will be
consulted on the issue of whether an immediate suspension is appropriate.
Immediate notice of such suspension shall be given to the student either orally or
in writing. Such notice shall advise the student of the right to a hearing.
Within 48 hours of ordering an immediate suspension, the
President/Superintendent or designee shall forward written notice to the student of
the basis for the action. Such notice shall be addressed to the student's last known
address and/or email address and shall advise the student of a right to a hearing
and the time and location of such hearing. Unless the student agrees otherwise,
such hearing shall be held no later than thirty (30) days following suspension.
9.2
Withdrawal of Consent to Remain on Campus
The CSSO or his/her designee may notify a student that the consent to remain on
campus or other facility under the control of the College has been withdrawn
whenever there is reasonable cause to believe that such person has willfully
disrupted the orderly operation of the campus or facility.
Whenever consent is withdrawn by any authorized officer or employee other than
the President/Superintendent, such officer or employee shall, as soon as is
reasonably possible, submit a written report to the President/Superintendent. Such
report shall contain all of the following:
9.2.1
Description of the person from who consent was withdrawn, including, if
available, the person's name, address, and telephone number.
9.2.2
A statement of the facts giving rise to the withdrawal.
If the President/Superintendent or designee, upon reviewing the report, finds that
there was reasonable cause to believe that such person has willfully disrupted the
orderly operation of the campus or facility, he or she may enter written
confirmation upon the report of the action taken by the officer or employee.
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If the President/Superintendent or designee does not confirm the action of the
officer or employee within 24 hours after the time the consent was withdrawn, the
action of the officer or employee shall be deemed void and of no force or effect.
The notice given to the student may be given orally and/or in writing and shall
advise the student of the right to a hearing as set out herein.
In no case shall summary withdrawal of consent under this Article be withdrawn
for longer than fourteen (14) days from the date upon which the consent was
initially withdrawn.
Consent to return to the campus within the maximum 14-day period shall be
reinstated by the President/Superintendent whenever he or she has reason to
believe that the presence of the student from whom consent was withdrawn will
not constitute a substantial and material threat to the orderly operation of the
campus or facility.
9.3
Denial of Access
After a hearing, any suspension or expulsion based on conduct that disrupted the
orderly operation of a campus or other facility and that also violates a provision of
a California statute may include denial of access to the campus or facility as a
condition of such suspension or expulsion for the period of the suspension or in
the case of expulsion for a period not to exceed one year (Penal Code, Section
626.2). A student who willfully and knowingly enters the campus or facility
during the period for which access has been denied is guilty of a misdemeanor
pursuant to Penal Code, Section 626.2. In the case of a suspension, such entry
may be grounds for further disciplinary action.
10.0
Fees, Denial of Aid and Readmission
10.1
Fees
No fees paid by or for a student for the semester, summer session, or other term in
which he or she is suspended or expelled shall be refunded, except as may be
required by law. If the student is readmitted before the close of the semester,
summer session, or other term in which he or she is suspended, the student will
not be charged any additional fees as a result of the suspension.
10.2
Admission or readmission
Admission or readmission may be denied to any person who, while not enrolled
as a student, commits such acts which, were he or she enrolled as a student, would
be the basis for disciplinary proceedings under this regulation. In addition,
admission or readmission may be denied to any person who, while a student,
commits acts that are subject to disciplinary action pursuant to this regulation.
Any conduct for which admission or readmission may be denied must be related
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to a College activity or College attendance. Appeals regarding denial of admission
or readmission shall be made to the CSSO
References:
California Education Code Sections 66300, 66301, 72122, 76030;
Accreditation Standard II.A.7.b
Approved: February 1980
Revised: May 5, 2015
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REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Draft Proposed BP 3720 Board Policy
Number Update only from Board of Trustees Policy No. 824
USE OF INFORMATION RESOURCES
Computer and Network Use
Employees and students who use District computers and networks and the information they
contain, and related resources have a responsibility not to abuse those resources and to respect
the rights of others. The President/Superintendent shall establish procedures that provide
guidelines to students and staff for the appropriate use of information technologies. The
procedures shall include that users must respect software copyrights and licenses, respect the
integrity of computer-based information resources, refrain from seeking to gain unauthorized
access, and respect the rights of other computer users.
The Administration will establish regulations that define acceptable uses of College information
resources. These regulations shall address such uses as copyrights and licenses, integrity of
information resources, unauthorized access, privacy, and political, personal, Internet, and
commercial use.
Among the information resources to be included are microcomputers, computer systems,
networks, message systems, facsimile machines, copy machines, telephones, Web Pages, and the
Internet. The primary users of these resources are students, faculty, and staff.
Unacceptable use is prohibited and may be grounds for loss of computing privileges, as well as
discipline and/or legal sanctions under federal, state, and local law.
Former Board of Trustees Policy No. 824, number update only on June 5, 2012
Adopted, Board of Trustees: April 6, 1998
REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Administrative Procedure
AP 3720
Number Update only from Administrative Regulation No. 824.01
USE OF INFORMATION RESOURCES
COMPUTER AND NETWORK USE
The District Computer and Network systems are the sole property of Redwoods Community
College District. They may not be used by any person without the proper authorization of the
District. The Computer and Network systems are for District instructional and work related
purposes only.
This procedure applies to all District students, faculty, and staff and to others granted use of
District information resources. This procedure refers to all District information resources
whether individually controlled or shared, stand-alone or networked. It applies to all
computer and computer communication facilities owned, leased, operated, or contracted by
the District. This includes personal computers, workstations, mainframes, minicomputers,
and associated peripherals, software and information resources, regardless of whether used
for administration, research, teaching, or other purposes.
Conditions of Use
Individual units within the District may define additional conditions of use for information
resources under their control. These statements must be consistent with this overall
procedure but may provide additional detail, guidelines, or restrictions.
Legal Process
This procedure exists within the framework of the District Board Policy and state and federal
laws. A user of District information resources who is found to have violated any of these
policies will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including but not limited to loss of
information resources privileges; disciplinary suspension or termination from employment or
expulsion; and/or civil or criminal legal action.
The following regulations are established to define acceptable uses of district records and
information resources, which include microcomputers, computer systems, networks, message
systems, facsimile machines, copy machines, telephones, Web pages, and the Internet. The
primary users of these resources are students, faculty, and staff, although some resources are
available to the general public at the district's Learning Resource Center (LRC) or in the form of
publicly accessible district Web pages.
A. Copyrights and Licenses. Computer users must respect the legal protection of copyright
and license agreements for software, data, and other online information.
1. Copying. Software protected by copyright must not be copied except as specifically
stipulated by the owner of the copyright or as otherwise permitted by copyright law.
Protected software may not be copied into, from, or by any district facility or system,
except pursuant to a valid license or as otherwise permitted by copyright law.
2. Number of Concurrent Simultaneous Users. Software license agreements must be
respected and strictly followed in every case. If a software license is based on concurrent
use, then the number and distribution of copies must be handled in such a way that the
number of concurrent users does not exceed the number licensed by the district. The
number and distribution of copies must be handled in such a way that the number of
simultaneous users in a department does not exceed the number of original copies
purchased by that department, unless otherwise stipulated in the purchase contract.
3. Copyrights. In addition to software, all other copyrighted information (text, images,
icons, programs, etc.) retrieved from computer or network resources must be used in
conformance with applicable copyright and other law. Copied material must be
properly attributed. Plagiarism of computer information is subject to the same
sanctions that apply to plagiarism in any other media. prohibited in the same way that
plagiarism of any other protected work is prohibited.
B. Integrity of Information Resources. Users must respect the integrity of information
resources; for example, users shall not intentionally use computer resources in a wasteful
or inappropriate manner or develop computer programs that harass other users or
infiltrate a computer or system and/or damage or alter the software components of a
computer or system. Within available resources, the District provides access to
information resources, but the District does not guarantee nor expect to provide
completely uninterrupted uptime. For example, it is expected and anticipated that
information resources may fail or malfunction from time-to-time, that acts of God
may interrupt services, that routine maintenance will take services offline
temporarily, and that strategic District decisions on the allocation of resources will
dictate the decommissioning of services, so that information resources may be
unavailable at a particular time. The District provides backup resources on a “best
effort” basis. These backup resources do not guarantee and should not be relied upon
to provide unqualified backup services.
1. Modification or Removal of Equipment. Computer users must not attempt to modify
or remove district computer equipment, software, or peripherals without proper
authorization.
Unauthorized Use. Computer users must not interfere with others’ access and use of
the District computers. This includes but is not limited to: the sending of chain
letters or excessive messages, either locally or off-campus; printing excess copies of
documents, files, data, or programs, running grossly inefficient programs when
efficient alternatives are known by the user to be available; unauthorized
modification of system facilities, operating systems, or disk partitions; attempting to
crash or tie up a District computer or network; and damaging or vandalizing
District computing facilities, equipment, software or computer files.
2. Installation of Equipment. In order to ensure proper configuration and safeguard
network security and performance, no computers or printers may be attached to the
district's network or telephone lines except by means of a Work Request submitted to
the Information Technology Technical Support Services group (or appropriate
system administrator at a particular site). The only exceptions to the foregoing are the
following:
a. Day-use placement of personal laptop computers within specifically posted
areas in the district's libraries, LRC, or other designated sites (in which case
local dial-tone service, for access to existing local ISP accounts, shall be
offered rather than direct connection to the district's network); and
b. Temporary connection of specific sets of district-owned and controlled
computers to specific district wireless network access points intended to
support those computers. Any unauthorized installation of general network
access devices, such as routers, hubs, sniffers, or wireless access points is
strictly prohibited and constitutes a serious breach of student or employee
conduct.
3. Encroaching on Others' Access and Use. Computer users must not encroach on others'
access and use of the district's computers. This includes, but is not limited to: the
sending of excessive messages or chain letters, either locally or off-campus; printing
excess copies of documents, files, data, or programs; unauthorized modification of
system facilities, operating systems, programs, or data; attempting to crash or
otherwise make unavailable a district computer or network; and damaging or
vandalizing district computing facilities, equipment, cabling, software, or computer
files.
4. Unauthorized, Destructive, or Resource-sharing Programs. Computer users must not
intentionally develop or use programs that disrupt other computer users or that
attempt to access private or restricted portions of the system and/or damage the
software or hardware components of the system. Computer users must take all
reasonable precautions to ensure that they do not acquire or propagate "malware"
agents, including viruses, trojans, or worms, which interfere with other computer
users or which compromise the integrity or operation of the district's computing
network in part or in whole. Computer users must ensure that they do not use
programs or utilities that interfere with other computer users or that modify
normally protected or restricted portions of the system or user accounts. The use of
any unauthorized or destructive program will result in disciplinary action as
provided in this procedure, and may further lead to civil or criminal legal
proceedings.
Also, unless explicitly authorized by a district official, the use of any district network
or computers for resource-sharing, in conjunction with or on behalf of outside parties,
is forbidden. Some examples of such disallowed resource-sharing include peer-topeer file sharing (e.g., Kazaa or Napster), CPU sharing (e.g., "SETI @ home"), or
other externally accessible services (e.g., unauthorized deployment of Web servers,
mail servers, or streaming-media servers). Unauthorized services or protocols may be
blocked at network gateways or firewalls at the district's discretion. The use of any
unauthorized or destructive program, service, or outside connection may result in
legal civil action for damages or other punitive action by any injured party, including the
district, as well as criminal action.
5. computers for any use other than that permitted by the lab instructor's directives or by
lab, library, or LRC policies. In particular, actions that are disruptive of instruction-such as the use of external e-mail services or accounts, Instant Messaging or similar
chat mechanisms, and non-instruction-related Web browsing--are not permitted in
labs during class sessions unless explicitly authorized by the lab instructor.
C. Unauthorized Access. Computer users must refrain from seeking to gain unauthorized
access to information resources or enabling unauthorized access.
1. Abuse of Computing Privileges. Users of district information resources must not
deploy any programs or techniques intended to gain for themselves or others access to
or control over system resources for which they have not been officially authorized.
Computer users must not use a computer account that they are not authorized to use,
must not mask the identity of any login account or machine that they use, and must
not engage in any action intended to cause a disruption or "denial of service" to any
computer or system belonging either to the district or to outside parties. Unauthorized
access or destructive actions directed at outside networks or computer systems using
district resources will be treated as an abuse of district computing privileges. Use of a
district computer resource in an attempt to misrepresent oneself as another party or as
an agent of the district is forbidden.
2. Reporting Problems. Any malfunctioning computer work station must be reported to
the appropriate authority at that location, such as a lab instructor, lab monitor, or
library assistant. Users must not attempt to repair malfunctioning equipment except as
part of a class lesson under the supervision of an instructor or instructional assistant.
Any defects discovered in system accounting or system security must be reported to
the appropriate system administrator so that steps can be taken to investigate and
solve the problem. Users who suspect that their district-provided computers or
network accounts have been accessed without their permission are expected to change
their passwords and must report the suspected activity to a district official.
3. Password Protection. Responsible use includes choosing passwords that are not
identical to the user's logon ID or otherwise easily deduced by others. A computer
user who has been authorized to use a password-protected account may be subject to
civil and criminal liability, and/or employee discipline, if the user discloses the
password or otherwise makes the account available to others without permission of the
administrator who made the authorization. Users should be aware that outsiders may
attempt to impersonate administrators and technicians in an attempt to obtain users'
passwords. Users must, therefore, require appropriate, verifiable identification from
anyone asking them to divulge their password.
D. Usage Privacy. Computer users must respect the privacy of other computer users. An attempt
to circumvent mechanisms and systems to gain unauthorized access to any system or to
private information is a violation of district policy and may violate applicable laws.
Although the district will attempt to protect the privacy of individual user's data and files,
authorized system administrators may obtain access to computer users' files, including
electronic mail, as necessary to service or troubleshoot network issues, as part of
monitoring network traffic flows, or to investigate suspected violations of this policy,
including unlawful activity. System administrators will report suspected unlawful or
improper activities to the proper district administrator or legal officials.
1. Unlawful Messages. Users may not use electronic communication facilities to send
defamatory, fraudulent, harassing, obscene, threatening, or other messages that violate
applicable federal, state or other law or District policy, or which constitute the
unauthorized release of confidential information. .Electronic communication facilities
(such as mail, voice, or systems with similar functions) are intended for legitimate
district-related activities only. System users are prohibited from sending fraudulent,
harassing, obscene, threatening, or abusive messages and are cautioned that such messages
may violate applicable federal, state, or local laws as well as the district's Student Code of
Conduct (Administrative Regulation 505.01). All message systems are available for
review by authorized institutional representatives in the event that violations of this
policy are suspected.
2. E-mail Lists. Users must respect the purpose and charters of computer mailing lists.
The user of an electronic mailing list is responsible for determining the purpose of the
list before sending messages to or receiving messages from the list. Subscribers to an
electronic mailing list will be viewed as having solicited any material delivered by the
list as long as that material is consistent with the purpose of the list. Persons sending
to a mailing list any materials that are not consistent with the purpose of the list will
be viewed as having sent unsolicited material.
3. Commercial Usage Advertisements. Electronic communication facilities may not
be used to transmit commercial or personal advertisements, solicitations or
promotions (see Commercial Use, below). In general, the district's electronic
communication facilities should not be used to transmit commercial or personal
advertisements, solicitations, or promotions (See Section E.5, Commercial Use, below).
4. Information Belonging to Others. Users must not intentionally seek or provide
information on, obtain copies of, or modify data files, programs, or passwords
belonging to other users without the permission of those other users.
Rights of Individuals. Users must not release any individual’s (student, faculty, and
staff) personal information to anyone without proper authorization.
User identification. Users shall not send communications or messages anonymously or
without accurately identifying the originating account or station.
5. Confidentiality. The district does not exist in isolation from other communities and
jurisdictions and their laws. Under some circumstances, as a result of investigations,
subpoena, or lawsuits, the district may be required by law to provide electronic or
other records or information relating to use of information resources.
6. Electronic Communications Privacy. While reasonable attempts are made to ensure
the privacy of electronic communication, including electronic mail, there is no
guarantee that these communications are private. Messages sent over the Internet may
be intercepted or divulged by various means, including actions of external senders or
recipients. In addition, as noted at the beginning of this section (Section D, Privacy),
routine system operations as well as the investigation of policy violations or crimes
may result in the divulging of e-mail messages.
E. Political, Personal, Internet, Web-page, and Commercial Use. The District is a non-profit,
tax-exempt organization and, as such, is subject to specific federal, state and local laws
regarding sources of income, political activities, use of property and similar matters The
district is subject to specific federal, state and local laws regarding sources of income, use of
real estate, and similar matters. It also is a contractor with government and other entities and
thus must assure proper use of property under its control and allocation of overhead and similar
costs.
1. Political Use. The district information resources must not be used for partisan
political activities where prohibited by federal, state, or other applicable laws, and
may be used for other political activities only when in compliance with federal, state, and
other laws and in compliance with applicable district policies.
2. Personal Use. The district information resources should not be used for personal or
private activities not related to appropriate district functions, except in an incidental
manner. Any such incidental use must not violate any other portion of this policy. In
the case of limited resources, such as a limited number of computers in a library
where students are waiting, educational purposes must always be given precedence
over personal use.
3. Internet Use. The use of district resources to access the Internet is a privilege and not
a right. The Internet and its resources are provided to support educational activities,
including skills acquisition, research, and academic inquiry. Use of computer
resources to access the Internet must comply with all aspects of this policy.
4. Web-page Use. The district may provide resources to students and faculty for the
development of Internet Web content in connection with specific instructional
activities. All student-, faculty-, or staff-developed Web pages must conform to
copyright laws, relevant local, state, and federal laws, and these and other district
guidelines and policies.
5. Commercial Use. The district information resources must not be used for commercial
purposes. except as permitted under other written policies of the district or with the
written approval of a district officer having the authority to give such approval. Any
such commercial use must be properly related to district activities, take into account
proper cost allocations for government and other overhead determinations, and
provide for appropriate reimbursement to the district for taxes and other costs the
district may incur by reason of the commercial use. Users also are reminded that the
district's ".edu" domain on the Internet has rules restricting or prohibiting commercial
use.
F. Prohibition Against Creation of a Hostile Work or Learning Environment. In conjunction
with the values of free speech and academic freedom, the district is committed to
inclusiveness and diversity, reflecting respect for the wide-ranging diversity of its
population as well as for a diversity of good-faith opinions and views. In light of that
commitment, district information resources must not be intentionally used to transmit,
receive, store, or print material that is explicitly threatening, obscene, disruptive, or
otherwise belittling or intolerant of others, to the degree that it could thereby be construed as
contributing to the creation of a hostile work or learning environment.
Nondiscrimination. All users have the right to be free from any conduct connected with the use of
Redwoods Community College District network and computer resources which discriminates
against any person on the basis of national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender
expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual
orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or because he or she is
perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a
person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. No user shall use
the District network and computer resources to transmit any message, create any communication of
any kind, or store information which violates any District procedure regarding discrimination or
harassment, or which is defamatory or obscene, or which constitutes the unauthorized release of
confidential information.
No Expectation of Privacy. The District reserves the right to monitor all use of the District
network and computer to assure compliance with these policies. Users should be aware that
they have no expectation of privacy in the use of the District network and computer resources.
The District will exercise this right only for legitimate District purposes, including but not
limited to ensuring compliance with this procedure and the integrity and security of the
system.
Possibility of Disclosure. Users must be aware of the possibility of unintended disclosure of
communications.
Retrieval. It is possible for information entered on or transmitted via computer and
communications systems to be retrieved, even if a user has deleted such information.
Public Records. The California Public Records Act (Government Code Sections 6250 et seq.)
includes computer transmissions in the definition of “public record” and nonexempt
communications made on the District network or computers must be disclosed if requested by
a member of the public.
Litigation. Computer transmissions and electronically stored information may be
discoverable in litigation.
G. Employee Responsibilities Related to Student Records, Including Electronic Records.
Employees of the district who have access to electronic student records must be aware of
and comply with the district regulations regarding the privacy of student records
(specifically including AR 506.01, Student Records). Compliance with these regulations
includes, but is not limited to:
1.
2.
3.
4.
Maintaining security of records and information.
Maintaining appropriate privacy of records.
Avoiding inappropriate discussion of student records.
Destroying and/or deleting records when appropriate.
H. Violations. Violation of regulations regarding the use of information resources and/or
regulations related to student records is grounds for imposing disciplinary action up to
and including expulsion, dismissal from employment, and/or legal action.
Dissemination and User Acknowledgment. All users shall be provided copies of these
procedures and be directed to familiarize themselves with them.
References:
17 U.S. Code Sections 101 et seq.;
Penal Code Section 502, Cal. Const., Art. 1 Section 1;
Government Code Section 3543.1(b);
Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, Rules 16, 26, 33, 34, 37, 45
Former Administrative Regulation No. 824.01, number change only on June 5, 2012
Approved: April 6, 1998
Revised: 11/5/02; 6/3/03; X,XX,XXXX
REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Board Policy
Draft BP 4300
FIELD TRIPS AND EXCURSIONS
The President/Superintendent shall establish procedures that regulate the use of District
funds for student travel and attendance at conferences and other activities that are
performed as a class assignment or co-curricular activity.
The District may pay for expenses of students participating in a field trip or excursion with
auxiliary, grant or categorical program funds if the funds are used consistently with the
funding source. The expenses of instructors, chaperones, and other personnel traveling
with students may be paid from District funds.
Students and staff shall at all times adhere to the standards of conduct applicable to
conduct on campus.
The Board recognizes that field trips when used as a device for teaching and learning integral to
the curriculum are an educationally sound and important ingredient in the instructional program
of the College. Properly planned and executed field trips can:
a. supplement and enrich classroom procedures by providing learning experiences in an
environment outside the College,
b. arouse new interests among students,
c. help students relate College experiences to the reality of the world outside of the College,
d. bring all the resources of the community--natural, artistic, industrial, commercial,
governmental, educational--within the ambit of a student's learning experience,
e. afford students the opportunity to study real things and real processes in their actual
environment.
To support this policy, the President is directed to develop procedures which cover:
a. authorization for field trip expense
b. insurance provisions during field trips
c. code of conduct for students on field trips
Reference: Title 5 Section, 55220
Former Board of Trustees Policy No. 112, number change
REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
DRAFT AP 4300
Administrative Procedure
Number Update only from Administrative Regulation No. 112.01
FIELD TRIPS AND EXCURSIONS
The District may conduct field trips and excursions in connection with courses of instruction
or college-related social, educational, cultural, athletic or musical activities to and from
places in California, or any other state, the District of Columbia, or a foreign country for
students.
The District shall engage instructors, supervisors, and other personnel as may be necessary
for such excursions or field trips who desire to contribute their services over and above the
normal period for which they are employed by the District.
The District shall, at the discretion of the appropriate administrator, transport students,
instructors, supervisors or other personnel by use of District equipment, contract to provide
transportation, or arrange transportation by the use of other equipment.
The District may pay expenses of instructors, chaperones and other personnel participating
in a field trip or excursion. Payment shall be by way of itemized reimbursement in a form
prescribed by the Business Offce. The District may pay for expenses of students
participating in a field trip or excursion with auxiliary, grant or categorical program funds
if the funds are used consistently with the funding source.
No student shall be prevented from making a field trip or excursion which is integral to the
completion of the course because of lack of sufficient funds.
All persons making a field trip or excursion shall be deemed to have waived all claims
against the District for injury, accident, illness, or death occurring during or by reason of the
field trip or excursion. All adults taking such trips and all parents or guardians of minor
students shall sign a statement waiving such claims.
A. Alert instructors will enhance the learning of their students with appropriate and carefully
planned field trips. These are to be reported and approved in advance by the Executive
Vice President, Academic and Student Services, with transportation arranged through the
Supervisor, Buildings and Grounds. Whenever possible, they should not cause absences
from classes of other instructors. If there is conflict, more careful evaluation and less
freedom to make the field trip must be accepted.
The following provisions apply:
1. When any instructor is on a field trip, or other supervised activities approved by the
Office of Academic Services, this becomes an extension of the College and the
same coverages that are available to the College are then transferred to a person on
the field trip.
1. 2. In case the district is sued for negligence, the district liability policy is effective
and
covers the district's responsibility as well as that of the employee.
2. 3. Medical coverage is available to individual students injured on an official field
trip,
and students enrolled on this campus (or branch campus).
Since faculty will be responsible for field trip or activity groups, they should uphold the
"Code of Conduct for College of the Redwoods Trips" devised by the Student Council
and approved by the Board of Trustees in January, 1966. Each person representing
College of the Redwoods recognizes his responsibility for proper conduct on all
college sponsored trips. Prior to the trip the advisor shall inform each participant of
this the code of conduct.
B.
Code of Conduct for College of the Redwoods Trips
1. Basic responsibilities:
a. Each person representing College of the Redwoods recognizes his
responsibility for proper conduct on all college sponsored trips.
b. Prior to the trip the advisor shall inform each participant of this the code
of
conduct.
2. Regulations of conduct:
a. When representing College of the Redwoods, any participant who appears
under the influence of alcoholic beverages, or is present where they are being
consumed or served, may be subject to disciplinary action.
b. Hotel or motel conduct: All participants are expected to show proper
consideration for the rights and welfare of others. Undue noise or
disturbances shall be considered violations of this regulation.
c. Mixed gatherings of men and women in private areas such as motel and hotel
rooms will not be allowed.
d. Personal dress shall be appropriate for College representation. ln preparation
for the trip, the faculty advisor and the group will determine appropriate
dress for the occasion.
3. Disciplinary action:
a. Any student whose behavior either on or off campus tends to bring discredit
to the College will be summoned before the Executive Vice President,
Academic and Student Services. Appearance before him may result in
probation, suspension, or expulsion.
C.
Transportation Procedures
1. All instructional personnel must complete a Travel Request for themselves and/or
students. This request must be properly by signed by the Executive Vice President,
Academic and Student Services, after approval by the Division Chairperson for
main campus, or Branch Coordinator and Director, Education Center, for branches.
2. After appropriate approvals are obtained, a copy of the form goes to the secretary of
the supervisor, Buildings and Grounds administrative assistant for the
Maintenance department, for scheduling of the appropriate vehicle, or
to the CSSO’s or CIO’s President's secretary administrative assistant for air travel
arrangements and tickets.
3. Scheduling of vehicles is on a first-come, first-serve basis with suggestions being
made to provide solutions for vehicle conflicts.
3. 4. To provide the best scheduling possible, a minimum of five fourteen days
prior to need of the vehicle is essential.
4. 5. Individuals scheduling with a college vehicle (other than buses) shall obtain the
travel package (key, credit card, trip slip, first aid kit and flares), and at the same
time shall register his driver's license number with the secretary to the Supervisor,
Buildings and Grounds administrative assistant for the Maintenance
department.
When school buses are provided, the driver will be obligated to register the
necessary information and be at the appointed place at the request hour as assigned
by the secretary.
6. For trips involving the school bus, the Buildings and Grounds office will obtain a
properly approved driver, and he shall be in charge of the conduct on the bus, and
be responsible to the instructor conducting the trip only as far as the required times,
places, etc. Under no circumstances is the bus driver to be considered as an
instructor or advisor responsible for the conduct of the students on a trip unless he is a
certificated employee and licensed to drive the bus.
5 7. Out of consideration for fellow instructors and employees, a point of politeness and
courtesy is expected. This means the individual returning the car should do so at the
time that was agreed to. Furthermore, out of common courtesy all debris and
materials left in the vehicles should be cleaned out. There are many instances where
the vehicle is returned by one instructor, and within the hour it is on the road again.
5. The individual having the travel package keys, credit card and the use of any given
vehicle must assume the responsibility of returning same to the secretary to the
Supervisor, Buildings and Grounds administrative assistant for the
Maintenance department.
6. 6 8. For any person all drivers to be reimbursed for use of his own car, (instructors
or students) there must have been previously filed a signed statement showing the
name and
address of the driver, of the insurance broker, name of the insurance company, the
driver's license number and expiration date name of vehicle to be used. The above
required information must be registered with the secretary to the Supervisor,
Buildings and Grounds administrative assistant for the Maintenance
department.
.
Reimbursement Schedule
Reimbursement for use of private vehicles on previously approved College
functions shall be either (a) or (b):
a.
Board of Trustees travel policy, which allows 20 cents a mile, not to exceed
appropriate air fare.
b.
At the request of many instructors, a reimbursement schedule allowing the
individual to use his own vehicle and a College credit card has been
established. Therefore, reimbursement to individual students or instructors
under this option considers the purchase of gas and oil on the College credit
card in the individual vehicle.
Interpretations Regarding Insurance and Responsibility
1. A student who takes his own car in conjunction with the district car on the same
trip, is this an extension of the classroom?
"YES" if taken at the request of the College and properly registered previously.
2. Will the student be reimbursed for his vehicle?
"YES," according to policy above.
3. The student insurance for his own vehicle is primary and required by the
California Vehicle Code as well as College of the Redwoods.
4. In case of accident involving a student or students in student car, does the
College vehicle medical coverage apply?
"NO," The student's own insurance is never canceled by virtue of going on an
approved trip for College of the Redwoods; therefore, his medical insurance
will apply for his passengers.
5. Can the instructor or student who is reimbursed by the college make claims
against the college for more than the amount of the reimbursement policy?
"NO," this includes vehicle use for his blown tires, any damage or medical, or
mechanical breakdown. The district is not obligated financially nor is the
insurance carrier.
6. The College insurance program is designed and available only for the protection
of College instructors and its employees acting within the scope of their
required duties.
7. All of the vehicles have been supplied with accident report forms, provided and
required by the insurance company together with first-aid kits. Many of these
vehicles have received two and three sets of first-aid kits. ln addition, we have
given up trying to keep flares in the vehicles as they always disappear.
8. All accidents must he reported to a law enforcement immediately as well as
completing the accident form.
The Faculty Handbook makes the following statements appropriate to this
problem:
1. When any instructor is on a field trip or other supervised activity approved
by the Office of Academic Services, this becomes an extension of the
College and the same coverages that are available to the College are then
transferred to a person on the field trip.
2. In case the district is sued for negligence, the district liability policy is
effective and covers the district's responsibility as well as that of the
employee.
D. Out-of-State Travel
Travel expenses by employees or students at District expense after approval by the
appropriate administrative personnel involved, and without any increase in budgetary
allowance for the individual departments or divisions concerned, will be permitted in the
states of Oregon and Washington. Travel for anyone outside the state of California
beyond the three Pacific Coast States will be approved only by the College President or
his/her designee.
Former Administrative Regulation No. 112.01, number change only on May 1, 2012
Former Administrative Regulation No. 116.01, number change only on May 1, 2012
Approved: June, 1983
REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Board Policy
DRAFT BP 7600
CAMPUS PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS
The District shall employ campus public safety officers, who shall provide services as
security guards or patrol persons on or about the campus(es) owned or operated by the
District. Their duties include, but are not limited to protecting persons or property,
preventing the theft of District property, and reporting any unlawful activity to the District
and local law enforcement.
The President/Superintendent shall establish procedures as necessary for administration of
campus security.
Campus public safety officers shall meet all applicable requirements set out in Education
Code section 72330.5.
Reference: Education Code section 72330.5
Approved: NEW
REDWOODS COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
Administrative Procedure
DRAFT AP 7600
CAMPUS PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS
The Public Safety Department and local law enforcement cooperate during any mutual
investigations, arrest, and prosecutions or disciplinary proceedings. Public Safety
Department personnel attend regular meetings with local law enforcement agencies to
exchange ideas and discuss any issues of concern for the District.
Public Safety Department personnel shall cooperate with local law enforcement pursuant
to any agreements entered into by the District in accordance with law and District policy
and procedures.
Every campus security officer employed or continuing in employment shall meet the
applicable requirements set out in Education Code Section 72330.5.
Public Safety Department officers do not possess arrest power as they are not sworn peace
officers. The Department of Public Safety refers criminal incidents to the local law
enforcement agency with jurisdiction. Public Safety Department officers have non-sworn
peace officer duties, including but not limited to the authority to ask persons for
identification and to determine whether individuals have lawful business at College of the
Redwoods. The Public Safety Department has authority under the laws of Citizens Arrest
(Penal Codes 834 and 837) and the College Board of Trustees to provide safety for persons
and property on campus, respond to emergency situations, assist in medical emergencies
and other related safety needs, as well as enforce campus parking regulations.
Public Safety Department officers perform security, surveillance, and emergency medical
duties to promote a safe environment for District students and employees. Public Safety
Department officers patrol campus grounds and facilities, preserve order, and cooperate
with local law enforcement as needed.
For more information on the Public Safety Department and local law enforcement, see
Board Policy 3520 and Administrative Procedure 3520.
Reference: Education Code section 72330
Approved:NEW