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LaGrange College challenges the minds and inspires the souls of its students. Founded
in 1831 and committed to its relationship with the United Methodist Church and its
Wesley an and liberal arts traditions, the college supports students in their search for

truth. An ethical and caring community that values civility, diversity, service, and
excellence, LaGrange College prepares its students to become successful, responsible
citizens who aspire to lives of integrity and moral courage.

2011 -2012 Student Handbook

LaGrange College

Editor: Dr. Jack Slay, Dean of Student Affairs
Publisher: Panther Prints, LaGrange College
601 Broad Street, LaGrange, Georgia 30240
706-880-8268 www.lagrange.edu

SOTE: Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this publication; however, neither LaGrange
College or any of its representatives can be held liable for any inaccuracies or omissions.

Printed in the U.S.A.

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Table of Contents

Welcome 4

Campus Map 5

Hours. 6

Academic Calendar 7

Evening College Calendar 14

Dining Hall Calendar 17

Cultural Enrichment Calendar 18

Honor Code 22

Social Code 27

Student Development Office 32

Standard of Conduct and College Policies 40

Policies Pertaining to Students and Student Organizations 47

Residence Life Regulations 57

Student Government Association 68

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Welcome

As President of the Student Government Association, I would like to extend
a warm welcome to both new and returning students to LaGrange College.
Beginnings bring opportunities for a fresh start, whether this is your first year
at LaGrange College or you are a returning student. This new year is full of
opportunities to challenge our minds, inspire our souls, and transform our lives.
As our campus continues to grow, I encourage you to take advantage of the
outstanding range of opportunities for personal growth, life-long friendships,
and academic challenges. LaGrange College is an institution that prides itself in
being a big family here on the hill. And this family our family provides each
and every one of us with chances to make an impact in the lives of our peers and
those within the LaGrange community. I encourage each of you to get involved
and find your niche on campus now! It could be playing for one of our 16
athletic teams, being a part of a spiritual life group, becoming a brother or sister
in one of our six Greek organizations, taking part in our Student Government
Association, joining in on the many service projects on and off campus, or even
expressing yourself through art, music, or acting. The opportunities available for
all students to have an impact on this campus are never-ending. The experiences
that LaGrange College provides are unlike any other school. Our college is
comprised of a close-knit, caring and ethical community of individuals all
striving to attain the same goal of educating ourselves and transforming our lives
to leave LaGrange College better than when we found it.
As your student body president, classmate, and friend, I again welcome you and
ask that you join me in making this 201 1-2012 academic year unforgettable. I
wish you a blessed year and may all your years here on the Hill be filled with
academic enlightenment, life-long relationships, and unforgettable memories.
God Bless,

Lauren Gledhill

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Campus Hours

Administration Offices Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Bookstore Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Friday 8:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Summer and Holidays 8:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Cafeteria Breakfast

Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

Lunch

Monday - Friday 1 1 :00 a.m. - 1 :00 p.m.

Dinner

Monday - Thursday 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Friday 5:00 p. m. - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday

Brunch 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Dinner 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Copy Center Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

CEB Fitness Center Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday closed

Simpson Fitness Center Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Sunday 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Lewis Library Fall-Spring Semesters

Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 1 1 :00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday 1 1 :00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Sunday 2:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Summer Semester

Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday Closed

Sunday 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Non- Session Hours

Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Saturday - Sunday Closed

Tutoring Center Sunday - Thursday 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Writing Lab call 880-8285

Natatorium Lap swimming

Monday - Friday 12:00 p.m. - 1 :30 p.m.

Tuesday and Thursday 6:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m.

Recreational Swimming

Monday - Thursday 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Saturday and Sunday 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Post Office

Mail Box Area

Office 880-8287.

Open 24 hours

M-F, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

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201 1-2012 Academic Calendar

August 2011

Fall Semester (63 Class Days)

17 Opening Session

17 Faculty Institute begins

18 06:30 PM President's Buffet for faculty, administration, staff, and their spouses

19 Faculty Institute ends

19 Departmental and/or Division meetings

22 New students move in - First Week begins

22 12:30 PM Math placement test for all new students, Jolly Room, Science Building

22-26 First Week

23 First-year student assessment

25 First-year student assessment

27-29 Residence Halls open - returning students move-in

29 First-year student assessment

29-30 Final registration for returning day students begins. Advisors are available in their offices

during posted office hours.

30 First-year student assessment

30 06:00 PM Fair on the Hill

30 Work aid and work study time sheets due

31 All classes begin

31 07:00 PM Opening Convocation

September 2011

5 Labor Day - College closed

7 End drop/add at 5:00 p.m. No refund for individual classes dropped after this date.

7 All Incomplete grades should be changed to permanent grades.

7 Syllabi and office hours due to Provost's Office by email.

15 9:00 AM Administrative Council meeting

16 Day of Record

17 Fall Visitation Day 1

26-29 Interim 2012 Registration

26 Spring & Summer 2012 class schedules due in the Registrar's Office

29 Faculty Assembly

30 Work aid and work study time sheets due

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October 2011

6 9:00 AM Staff Council meeting, Bailey Room

6 11:15 AM Faculty meeting, Student Center Assembly Room

13 9:00 AM Administrative Council meeting

13-14 Fall Break No Classes

17 Mid-Term. Faculty should submit deficiency reports electronically to the Provost's

Office by 5:00 p.m. so that advisors may have copies before pre-registration advising.

20-21 Board of Trustees meeting

22 2011 Homecoming

24-28 Faculty Advising Week

25 11:15 AM Senior Assessment

27 Faculty Assembly

28 Work aid and work study time sheets due

29 Service Saturday

November 2011

31 October - 5 November Pre-registration for Day students. Students completing degree

requirements by end of Fall, Interim, or Spring terms should file petitions for graduation

with the Registrar. Advisors available.

3 9:00 AM Staff Council meeting, Bailey Room

3 11:15 AM Faculty meeting, Student Center Assembly Room

3 Proposals for Interim 2012 travel courses due

6 Daylight Savings Time ends

12 Fall Visitation Day 2

17 9:00 AM Administrative Council meeting

17 Faculty Assembly

21 Last day to withdraw from a class with an automatic "W"

22 Last day of classes before Thanksgiving break

23 Administrative offices close at Noon

24-25 Thanksgiving Break - no classes

24-25 Administrative Offices closed

28 Classes resume after Thanksgiving Break

28- Dec. 2. Celebrate the Servant

30 Work aid and work study time sheets due

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201 1-2012 Academic Calendar

December 2011

1 9:00 AM Staff Council meeting, Bailey Room

1 Faculty meeting, Student Center Assembly Room

3 05:30 PM Celebration of Servant-Leadership, Assembly Room

3 07:30 PM A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, Callaway Auditorium

5 Last day of Fall-Term classes for Day College

6-10 Exams

Rotation Exam Schedule III

Tuesday, Dec. 6 8:00-1 1 :00 AM 7:20 MWF

11:30-2:30PM 4:00/4:30 TR

3:00-6:00 PM

Wednesday, Dec. 7 8:00-11:00 AM 8:00/8:30 MWF

11:30-2:30PM 1:40 MWF

3:00-6:00 PM 2:50 MWF

Thursday, Dec. 8 8:00-1 1 :00 AM 9:40 TR

11:30-2:30PM 1:00 TR

3:00-6:00 PM 2:40 TR

Friday, Dec. 9 8:00-11:00 AM 8:00 TR

11:30-2:30PM 10:50 MWF

3:00-6:00 PM 4:00/4:30 MWF

Saturday, Dec. 10 8:00-11:00 AM 9:40 MWF

11:30-2:30 PM 12:30 MWF

3:00-6:00 PM

10 05:00 PM Begin term break at 5:00 pm

12 Summer research proposals due in Provost's Office

15 9:00 AM Administrative Council meeting

15 President's reception for faculty and staff

16 Grades due

21 Work aid and work study time sheets due

22-31 Holidays for administration and staff - College closed

January 2012 Interim-Term (17 Class Days)
2 Residence halls open

2 Registration for new and returning Day students.

3 Mandatory first meeting for classes.

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4 End drop/add at 5:00 p.m. No refund for individual classes dropped after this date.

4 All Incomplete grades should be changed to permanent grades.

5 Syllabi and office hours due in Provost's Office by email.

5 9:00 AM Staff Council meeting, Bailey Room

5 11:15 AM Faculty meeting, Student Center Assembly Room

11 Day of Record

12 Mid-Term

13 Last day to withdraw from a class with an automatic "W"

16 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - College closed.

19 9:00 AM Administrative Council meeting

26 Last day of class

26 Faculty Assembly

27 8:30 AM Math placement test for all new students, Jolly Room, Science Building

27 Final registration for all day students begins. Advisors are available in their offices

during posted office hours.

31 Work aid and work study time sheets due

31 Interim-Term grades due

February 2012 Spring Semester (63 Class Days)
2 Classes begin

2 11:15 AM Spring Semester new first-year student assessment

2 9:00 AM Staff Council meeting, Bailey Room

2 11:15 AM Faculty meeting, Student Center Assembly Room

7 End drop/add at 5:00 p.m. No refund for individual classes dropped after this date.

7 All Incomplete grades should be changed to permanent grades.

9 Syllabi and office hours due in Provost's Office by email.

10 Fall-Term 2012 and Spring-Term 2013 schedules are due in the Registrar's Office.

10 Day of Record

11 Presidential Scholarship Competition Day

16 9:00 AM Administrative Council meeting

23 Faculty Assembly

25 Fine Arts Scholarship Day

29 Work aid and work study time sheets due

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March 2012

1 9:00 AM Staff Council meeting, Bailey Room

I 11:15 AM Faculty meeting, Student Center Assembly Room

3 Spring Visitation Day 1

II Daylight Savings Time begins

12 Proposals for Interim 2013 non-travel courses due

12-16 Academic Integrity Week

14 Mid-Term. Faculty should submit deficiency reports electronically to the Provost's

Office by 5:00 p.m. so that advisors may have copies before pre-registration advising.

15 Interim 2013 travel applications due

15 9:00 AM Administrative Council meeting

17 Service Saturday

17 Make-up for snow, if necessary, for Day and Evening classes

19-23 Faculty Advising Week

19-23 Senior Assessment Week

22 Faculty Assembly

24 Accepted Student Day

26-30 Pre-registration for Day students. Students completing degree requirements in summer or

fall should file petitions for graduation with the Registrar. Advisors available.

29 11:15 AM Faculty meeting, Student Center Assembly Room

30 Work aid and work study time sheets due

April 2012

2-6 Spring Break - No Classes

8 Easter

12 9:00 AM Administrative Council meeting

14 Spring Visitation Day 2

15 Interim 2013 travel depostis due

19-20 Board of Trustees meeting

19 9:00 AM Staff Council meeting, Bailey Room

23 Last day to withdraw with an automatic "W"

26 Faculty Assembly

27 Scholarship Appreciation Luncheon

27 Honors Day

28 May Day

30 Work aid and work study time sheets due

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May 2012

39:00 AM Staff Council meeting, Bailey Room

3 11:15 AM Faculty meeting, Student Center Assembly Room

3 National Day of Prayer

7-9 07:00 PM Student room lottery, Assembly Room

7 Last day of classes for Day Program

8 Reading Day

9-15 Exams

Rotation Exam Schedule IV

Wednesday, May 9 8:00-11:00 AM 9:40 TR

11:30-2:30 PM 12:30 MWF

3:00-6:00 PM 4:00/4:30 TR

Thursday, May 10 8:00-11:00 AM 8:00/8:30 MWF

11:30-2:30PM 1:40 MWF

3:00-6:00 PM 4:00/4:30 MWF

Friday, May 11 8:00-11:00 AM 9:40 MWF

11:30-2:30PM 1:00 TR

3:00-6:00 PM 2:40 TR

Monday, May 14 8:00-11:00 AM 8:00 TR

11:30-2:30 PM 10:50 MWF

3:00-6:00 PM 2:50 MWF

Tuesday, May 15 8:00-11:00 AM 7:20 MWF

GRADES DUE FOR GRADUATES BY 12:00 P.M. ON THURSDAY, MAY 17

17 9 : 00 AM Administrative Council meeting

17 NOON Grades for graduating Seniors due

17 07:00 PM Nurses' Pinning Ceremony

18 9:30 AM Graduation rehearsal, faculty marshals and student marshals attend

18 05:00 PM Baccalaureate at First United Methodist Church. All faculty should plan to

attend.

18 05:00 PM Grades for those not graduating due at 5:00 p.m.

19 8:30 AM Graduation on residential quadrangle. All faculty should plan to attend.

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May 2012 Summer I Term 2011

28 Memorial Day Holiday - College closed

29 Residence halls open

29 8:30 AM Math placement test for all new students, Jolly Room, Science Bldg.

29 Registration

30 All classes meet

31 05:00 PM End drop/add at 5:00 p.m. No refund for individual classes dropped after this date.

31 All incomplete grades should be changed to permanent grades.

31 Syllabi and office hours due in Provost's Office by email.

31 Work aid and work study time sheets

31 Departmental Annual Reports due to Division Chairs

June 2012

7 9:00 AM Staff Council meeting, Bailey Room

13 Mid-Term

14 Last day to withdraw from a class with an automatic "W

28 Last day of classes

29 Exams for all classes

30 Work aid and work study time sheets due.

July 2012

2 Summer I grades due by Noon

4 July 4th Holiday - College closed

July 2012 Summer II Term 2011

5 8:30 AM Math placement test for all new students, Jolly Room, Science

5 Registration

5 Residence halls open

6 All classes meet

9 05:00 PM End drop/add at 5:00 p.m. No refund for individual classes dropped after this date.

9 All Incomplete grades should be changed to permanent grades.

9 Syllabi and office hours due in Provost's Office by email.

20 Mid-Term

23 Last day to withdraw from a class with an automatic "W"

31 Work aid and work study time sheets due.

August 2012

2 Last day of classes

3 Exams for all classes

7 Summer II grades due by Noon

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Evening College Academic
Calendar

Fall Quarter 2011
August

23 New Student Orientation, Bailey Room 5:30pm

25 Mathematics placement test, Bailey Room 5:30pm

30 Fair on the Hill 6:00pm

31 Opening Convocation 7:00pm

September

1 Registration for new and returning students not prepaid 10:00am - 6:00pm

2 Registration for new and returning students not prepaid 10:00am-4:00pm

5 Labor Day /College Closed

6 Registration for new and returning students not prepaid 10:00am - 6:00pm

Fall Quarter Begins 5:50pm

13 Drop/ add and late registration ends at 5:00pm. No refund for individual classes

dropped after this date.

Graduation petitions due for Seniors completing requirements end of fall quarter.
All Evening course syllabi due to Evening College Director
16 Official Day of Record

October

10, 11 Midterm examinations

12, 13 Fall Break -no classes Administrative offices open

22 Homecoming

24 Last day to withdraw from a fall quarter class

November

1-4 Pre-registration for winter quarter

8 Final examinations for Tuesday/Thursday classes

9 Final examinations for Monday/Wednesday classes

Fall Quarter Ends

14 Fall Enrichment Term begins 5:50pm

16 Career Development Center Orientation 5:30pm

16 Fall quarter grades due in Registrar's office by 12:00pm

23 Thanksgiving Holiday; no classes Administrative offices close at noon

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Calendar

24, 25 Administrative offices closed for Thanksgiving

28 through December 3 Celebrate the Servant activities

December 2012

December 3 Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, Callaway Auditorium 7:30pm

December 8 Fall Enrichment final examinations; Fall Enrichment Term ends

December 13 New Student Orientation, Bailey Room 5:30pm

December 15 Fall Enrichment grades due in Registrar's office by 12:00pm

December 15 Mathematics placement test, Bailey Room 5:30pm

December 22 - 3 1 Administrative offices closed for Christmas Holidays

Winter Quarter 2012
January

January 2 Registration for new and returning students not prepaid 10:00am - 6:00pm
Winter Quarter begins 5:50pm

January 10 Drop/add and late registration ends at 5:00pm. No refund for individual classes dropped
after this date.

Graduation Petitions due for Seniors completing requirements end of winter quarter. All Evening

course syllabi due to Evening College Director.
January 11 Official Day of Record for winter quarter
January 16 Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday; College Closed

February

February 1, 2 Midterm examinations

February 14-17 Pre-registration for spring quarter

February 16 Last day to withdraw from a winter quarter class

February 18 Snow day/Make-up class sessions if necessary

February 21 New Student Orientation, Bailey Room 5:30pm

February 23 Mathematics placement testing 5:30pm

March

March 2 Registration for new and returning students not prepaid 10:00am - 4:00pm
March 5 Final examinations for Monday /Wednesday classes
March 6 Final examinations for Tuesday/Thursday classes
Winter Quarter ends

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Evening College Academic
Calendar

Spring Quarter 2012
March 2011

6 Registration for new and returning students not prepaid 10:00am-6:00pm

7 Spring Quarter begins 5:50pm

13 Winter quarter grades due in Registrar's office by 12pm

14 Drop/add and late registration ends at 5:00pm. No refund for individual classes

dropped after this date.

Graduation Petitions due for Seniors completing requirements end of spring quarter.
All Evening course syllabi due to Evening College Director.

16 Day of Record for spring quarter

April 2011

2-6 Spring Break- no classes; Administrative offices open

11, 12 Midterm examinations

20 Last day to withdraw from a spring quarter class

Alpha Sigma Lambda Honor Society induction ceremony, 4:30pm
24-27 Pre-registration for fall 2012 quarter

26 Last day to withdraw from a spring quarter class

27 Honors Day Celebration 3:1 5pm

May 2011

14 Final examinations during class for Monday/Wednesday classes

15 Final examinations during class for Tuesday/Thursday classes

15 Spring quarter ends

17 Grades due to Registrar for graduating seniors by 12:00pm

18 Graduation rehearsal followed by Senior Brunch at 9:30am

Baccalaureate Reception, Sunny Gables at 3:00pm

Grades for those not graduating due at 5:00pm
Baccalaureate at First United Methodist Church 5:00pm

19 Commencement on the Residential Quadrangle 8:30am

28 Memorial Day Holiday/College Closed

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2011-2012 Dining Hall Holiday Calendar

8/13/11 Open for Dinner

10/13/11-10/15/11 Closed

10/16/11 Open for Dinner

11/24/11-11/27/11 Closed

12/12/11-12/31/11 Closed

1/1/12 Closed

4/1/12-4/7/12 Closed

4/8/12 Open for Dinner

5/19/12 Closed until August

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LAGRANGE

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Welcome to
The LaGrange College Student Handbook

Introduction

This document has been developed for you so that you have access to all the resources,
schedules and information that you will need to make the most of your time at LaGrange
College. This book has been divided into three parts. The first section describes the Honor
Code, Social Code, Student Services, facilities information, and campus resources. The
second section defines the rules for the Residence Halls. The third part of the book is
the Student Government Association's Constitution and By-laws. The College community
hopes that this handbook and resource guide will help you make the most of this exciting
year.

As a member of the student body of LaGrange College, I confirm my commitment to
the ideals of civility, diversity, service, and excellence. Recognizing the significance of
personal integrity in establishing these ideals within our community, I pledge that I will
not lie, cheat, steal, nor tolerate these unethical behaviors in others.

The Honor Code is the responsibility of every student, faculty member, and staff member
at LaGrange College. All members of the College community are needed to support the
enforcement of the Code which prohibits lying, cheating, or stealing when those actions involve
academic processes.

Student Responsibilities

To be honest and truthful in all academic matters, abiding by the letter and spirit of the
Honor Code

To consult with the appropriate persons to clarify issues regarding plagiarism, the correct
attribution of sources, the acceptable limits of proofreading or editing by others, and the
allowable materials for examinations, reports, or any academic work

To sign a pledge that no unauthorized aid has been given or received on any academic

To report any incident to the president of the Honor Council which is believed to be a
violation of the Honor Code

To cooperate when called upon by the Council to testify in a hearing.

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Student Rights

To be presumed innocent

To a fair, impartial, and timely hearing

To face and question any witnesses at a hearing

To testify and present material on one's own behalf

To a separate hearing upon request

To subsequent appeal

To be accompanied by a silent observer in a hearing. The Council president must be made
aware of this person's name and relationship to the student twenty-four hours before the
hearing. The observer's role is one of support, and this person will not be allowed to speak.

Examples of Offenses

Academic cheating - including but not limited to the unauthorized use of books or notes,
copying, or collaboration on examinations or any graded coursework

Plagiarism - the misuse of another person's words or ideas, presenting them as one's own,
regardless of intent

Lying or presenting false information related to any academic matter

Forgery or misuse of official College documents

Theft of college property related to academic work

Aiding another in any of the above

Failure to report a violation of the Honor Code

Failure to appear before the Honor Council as requested

Failure to maintain confidentiality regarding a case

Any dishonest conduct related to Cultural Enrichment requirements, including but not
limited to, taking credit for attendance when one has not attended, either in whole or in
part, any event; aiding another in attempting to take credit for attending an event one has
not attended.

Chronology of a Reported Violation of the Honor Code

Report the alleged violation to the president of the Honor Council. In consultation with the
Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean or one of the advisors to the Honor Council,
the president of the Council will determine if sufficient evidence exists for a hearing.

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If the evidence is insufficient, the president so notifies the party reporting the alleged
violation. If there is sufficient evidence for a hearing, the president sets a date for the hearing.
The president will inform the person or persons accused of the violation that a hearing
will take place, stating the specific accusation, the place, date, and time of the hearing,
and requesting the names of any persons who should be called as witnesses. Campus
email and communication through the campus post office will be considered means of
official correspondence to students from the Honor Council. Students are responsible for
responding to these official means of communication.

When a student accused of a violation does not appear for a preliminary interview when
notified to do so, a hold will be placed on the student's transcript. A hold will also be placed
on the transcript when it has been determined that the case will proceed to a hearing. This
hold will be removed when the case has been resolved.

The student may choose to self-report the violation in a letter to the Honor Council president.
As a result, no hearing will be called, but the Honor Council will meet to determine the
sanction. The student will be invited to meet with the Council and encouraged to address
the Council before its deliberation to determine the sanction.

The president presides at the hearing, after which the Honor Council votes to determine
whether or not a violation has occurred. In the event of a tie, the president will cast the
deciding vote. If the student is found not to have violated the Honor Code, the president
and recorder destroy the recording of the proceedings and so inform the Vice President for
Academic Affairs and Dean and the student in writing. If the student is found to have violated
the Code, further deliberation by the Council determines the sanction to be imposed, and
the student is notified in writing. The sanction is carried out by the Vice President for
Academic Affairs and Dean.

If a case cannot be heard before the end of the grading period, the instructor will submit the
grade of NR until the Honor Council acts on the case.

The Honor Council reserves the right to conduct a hearing in absentia when the accused
student fails to appear as notified and directed.

Appellate Procedure

Every person found to have violated the Honor Code has the right of subsequent appeal. Such
appeal must be filed in writing within seven (7) days of notification of the sanction and is made
to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean. If the sanction determined by the Honor
Council is an F in the course, the student will be dropped from the course seven (7) days after
the student has been notified of the sanction unless an appeal is filed. The Appeals Board
shall be the President of the SGA, the President of the Faculty Assembly, the Vice President
for Academic Affairs and Dean, the Honor Council appeals representative, and a student at
large selected by the Honor Council President and the Vice President for Academic Affairs and
Dean. Such appeals are heard from the Honor Council summary, the recording of the hearing,
and the written statement of the student requesting the appeal. Materials submitted as part of
the case and the recording of the hearing will not be made available to the accused student.
The Appeals Board has the authority to change the sanction in a case but is limited to the
sanctions provided for in the policies of the Honor Code.

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Sanctions

One of the following sanctions is imposed when it is determined that there has been a violation
of the Honor Code. All students will also complete a program of remediation outlined below.

The final grade in the course lowered one letter grade

A zero on the related assignment

An F in the course

Suspension from the College for one term, excluding summer, and an F in the course in a
grade-related offense

Dismissal from the College, and an F in the course in a grade-related offense

In a case related to Cultural Enrichment credit, the addition of five credits required for
graduation. This does not disqualify the possible sanction of suspension or expulsion.

Remediation

All students found to have violated the Honor Code must complete a Remediation Program
before being allowed to enroll in classes for the following semester. In course-related violations,
they would also receive a sanction from the Honor Council. In certain non-course-related
cases, the remediation program itself may be the sanction set by the Honor Council.

1. A contract will be signed by the student which requires a Remediation Program to be
completed within a month of the date of the initiation of the contract. If the sanction is imposed
late in a semester, the president of the Honor Council will determine a reasonable time for its
completion at the beginning of the next semester. If the student does not complete the program
as agreed, he or she will not be able to register for the following semester, not including
summer, effectively accepting a suspension for a semester. It will be the student's responsibility
to make and keep all appointments named in the contract and complete the program within
the specified period.

2. The student must make and keep appointments to meet with the following groups or
members of the college community in person: the Academic Council or a member of members
of the Council designated by the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean; a member of
the Honor Council designated by the president of the Honor Council; in a grade-related offense,
the member or members of the faculty involved; the President of the College. In each of these
discussions the student should be prepared to explain his or her violation, discuss its impact
both personally and on the college community, and hear what others' thoughts and concerns
may be about the violation. A minimum of thirty minutes is suggested for each meeting.

3. The student must conclude by writing a five- to ten-page typed paper reflecting on the
experience of the violation and what he or she may have learned in the process of the meetings.
These papers, rendered anonymous, will be made available for the Honor Council to use at
its discretion in its efforts to educate the student body regarding academic integrity. When
the paper has been submitted and read by the Honor Council, the final step in satisfying the
Remediation Program will be a meeting

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with the Honor Council. This is an opportunity for members of the Council to ask questions of
the student about the process and outcome.

HONOR COUNCIL 2011-2012

The Honor Council seeks to educate the College community on the principles of academic
integrity and to enforce the Honor Code when violations occur.

Trae Long, President

Cassie Jo Sharman

Jordan Bradford (alternate) Hannah Williams

Hannah Butts

Nate Crawford (alternate)

Sarah Gobin

Drew Williamson

Honor Council Principles

Emily Claire Worthey

Dr. William Paschal, Advisor

Dr. John Tures, Advisor

Meldra Hall (alternate)
Robert Harste
Tara Hill

Jake Key (alternate)
Stephanie Rojas

1 . To treat every member of the College community with impartiality and respect

2. To consider all facts and testimony before discussing or resolving any case

3. To preserve absolute confidentiality

4. To hold the College community to the highest standard of conduct, both to protect
the community and to promote moral development

5. To support the mission of the College by conducting programs and enacting policies
regarding the Honor Code that contribute to the moral development of the College
community

6. To understand the fundamental differences between the nature of student discipline
regarding academic integrity and the nature of criminal law. The Honor Code, its
policies, procedures, and sanctions are meant to be in accordance with the mission
of the College. They are not intended to resemble any activities within the criminal
judicial process.

Selection

Conducted each spring by the Selection Committee:

Outgoing SGA President

Outgoing Honor Council President

President of the Faculty Assembly

Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean

Advisor to the Honor Council
GPA requirement: 2.85 or higher
Applicants must attend a mandatory workshop

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The LaGrange College Social Code

As a member of the student body of LaGrange College, I confirm my commitment to
the ideals of civility, diversity, service, and excellence, and will adhere to an honorable
standard of conduct.

As an educational institution, the College is concerned not only with the formal in-class
education of its students, but also with each student's welfare and growth into mature
men and women who conduct themselves responsibly as citizens.

Like the Honor Code, the Social Code is the responsibility of every student, faculty
member, and staff member at LaGrange College. The Social Code attempts to instill
in every member of the student body a sense of moral and community responsibility.
As such, LaGrange College expects its students to adhere to community standards.
Likewise, if some fail to live up to these codes of conduct, the College expects students
to report violations of the social code to the social council. In this way, students assume
the obligation of upholding the integrity of their community and of ethically preparing
themselves for the world beyond college.

Section I: Standards of Student Behavior

The College has established guidelines and policies to assure the well-being of the community.
In general, the College's jurisdiction is limited to events that occur on College property;
however, the College and the Social Council reserve the right to hear cases that concern
students' behavior when they are off-campus in the name of the College (e.g., with a Jan Term
travel course, an academic field trip, or a campus organization social), especially when such
situations could be regarded as an adverse reflection on the College's mission.

Violations of any of the following constitute an offense of the Social Code (this list is offered to
give students examples of types of misconduct but should not be construed as all-inclusive):

A. Possession, use, or distribution of illegal drugs.

B. Possession, use, or distribution of alcoholic beverages. LaGrange College is a dry
campus and possession of alcohol is strictly prohibited. In addition, LaGrange College
abides by and enforces the liquor laws of the State of Georgia.

C. Possession of firearms, weapons, or any other incendiary, explosive, or destructive
device, including fireworks.

D. Violation of the College's Residency Requirement.

E. Violation of Resident Hall policies and regulations. Examples of these can be found in
Part II of the Panther Planner and Student Handbook.

F. Disorderly, abusive, violent, and/or drunken behavior.

G. Misuse of keys. A student may not possess a key to any College facility without proper
authorization.

H. Unauthorized entry into any campus building or room.

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I. Misuse, defacement, damage, or mistreatment of College property.
J. Misuse or abuse of fire safety equipment.
K. Disregard of campus parking regulations.
L. Arson.
M. Theft.

N. Discrimination and/or hate crimes
O. Harassment

P. Unnecessary and inappropriate negativity toward other student groups or individuals
on campus (i.e., painting derogatory things on the rocks about a particular student or
student organization).

In addition to the above violations, the Social Council may consider cases according to the
following situations:

A. Any situation that concerns the safety of any member of the College community,
including actions that endanger health, safety, or personal well-being, or cases that pose
the threat of such incidents.

B. Any case in which the accused opts to bypass a hearing with the Dean of Student Affairs.

C. Any case in which the Dean of Student Affairs, in consultation with the Provost, decides

D. Any case which involves a student's subsequent violation of any campus social policy.
Section II: Sanctions

The Social Council will determine whether the accused student is in violation based on the
evidence presented at the hearing. The Council may any of the following sanctions if it is
determined that there has been a violation of the Social Code (this list is offered to give
examples of types of sanctions but should not be construed as all-inclusive):

A. Warning

B. Loss of Privileges: Denial of specific privileges for a designated period of time, including
(but not limited to) holding office in a campus organization, representing the College
during campus or public events, or operating a vehicle on college property.

C. Community Service

D. Probation: Denial of participation in specified campus events, including (but not limited to)
College-sponsored social events, Intramurals, and athletic events.

E. Fines

F. Residence Hall Suspension and/or Expulsion

G. College Suspension

H. College Expulsion

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Section III: Selection of the Social Council

The Social Council is responsible for interpreting the Standards of Student Behavior and other
policies found in the Student Handbook; likewise, the Council is responsible for taking actions
when these standards and policies have been violated.

The Social Council shall consist of six voting members and up to three alternates. Students
interested in serving as a Social Council representative will submit an application to the Student
Life Office. A Selection Committee composed of the Provost, the Dean of Student Affairs,
the outgoing SGA Parliamentarian, the outgoing Social Council President, and the Faculty
Advisor of the Social Council will select a roster of worthy representatives from among the
applicants. This roster will be presented to the Student Body, who will elect 8 representatives
to serve as the Social Council. (The 8 students with the most votes will serve as Social Council
representatives.)

A minimum GPA of 2.85 will be required of all applicants.

The President of the Social Council will be elected by the representatives of the Social Council.
Another member of the Council will be elected by the Social Council representatives to serve
as the Recording Secretary and Appeals Board representative; that representative will not vote
at Social Council hearings.

The Social Council will be served by two (2) Faculty Advisors. The Student Affairs Committee
will nominate a roster of potential Faculty. The Social Council shall have approval of the roster.
From that approved roster, the Provost and the Dean of Student Affairs will select the Faculty
Advisors.

Faculty Advisors will serve a minimum of two years with the Council, alternating their resignation
years so that the Council always has the presence of an experienced Advisor.

Faculty Advisors have the right to resign at any time. The Social Council may request a new
advisor by unanimous vote.

Section IV: Hearings

Upon notification of a suspected violation, the Dean of Student Affairs will investigate the
reported violation. If the Dean decides that the accused has violated a campus policy, the Dean
may then remit the case to the Social Council. The Dean, depending on the circumstances of
the case, may also choose to remit the case to the Social Council. The Social Council may
receive the case according to procedures outlined in Section I.

The President of the Social Council will notify the accused student in writing, specifying the
accusation along with the date, time, and place of the hearing.

If the accused denies that there has been a violation of the Social Code or if the accused
objects to the penalty imposed by the Dean of Students, the accused may request a hearing
before the Social Council.

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The accused student may choose to self-report the violation to the Social Council president.
If this is the case, no hearing will be called, and the Social Council will meet to determine the
sanction.

The President of the Social Council presides at the hearing, ascertaining that all evidence and
witnesses are produced. The Council votes to determine whether a violation of the Social
Code has occurred. The President votes only in case of a tie. A simple majority will determine
the verdict. If the student is found in violation of the Social Code, the Council imposes a
sanction. The Dean of Students will see that the sanction is fulfilled.

The Council reserves the right to conduct a hearing in absentia when the accused fails to
appear as directed.

The accused student has the right to be accompanied by a silent observer during a hearing.
Lawyers cannot be present unless the suspect is charged with a felony.

Section V: Appellate Procedure

Any student found in violation of the Social Code has the right to appeal the decision. The
appeal must be filed in writing within seven days of notification of the sanction. The appeal is
to be made to the Provost. The Appeals Board consists of the Provost, the President of the
Faculty Assembly, the SGA Parliamentarian, the Social Council appeals representative, and a
student at large selected by the Social Council President and the Provost. The Appeals Board
has the authority to change the imposed sanction but is limited to those sanctions listed in
Section II.

After the appellate procedure timeline has passed, students who desire an extension or further
extensions are required to contact the president of the Social Council and request a meeting
with the Council to discuss why an extension or further extension is needed. The student must
request this meeting no later than 2 weeks before the deadline of their sanctions. After this
meeting, the Council will decide whether an extension is granted and the timeframe for the new
extension (if granted). The student will then be informed by e-mail and letter of the Council's
decision in the matter. An extension decision is not allowed to be appealed to the Provost nor
the Dean of Student Affairs.

Section VI: Maintenance of Records

Records of hearings of the Social Council will be kept in a locked cabinet in a secure location.
A representative of the Council will deliver a summary report of hearings and sanctions at the
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SOCIAL COUNCIL 2011-2012

Britany Helton, President
Paige Castle, Secretary
Grey Clevenger (alternate)
Brittany Fischer Freeman
Jacob Freeman

Daniel Garrett
Kelsey Harris
Maranda Mitchem
Amy Peek
Sarah Joy Richards

Joe Strickland

Josh Vails (alternate)

Dr. Lisa Crutchfield, Advisor

Prof.Alvin Lingenfelter, Advisor

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Important Phone Numbers

Academic Dean 880-8236

Admission 880-8005

Advancement 880-8223

Alumni 880-8244

ARAMARK 880-8210

Anthropology 880-8331

Athletic Director 880-8262

AthleticTraining Room 880-8099

Auditorium 880-8321

Baseball Coach 880-8295

Basketball Coach, M 880-8328

Basketball Coach, W 880-8342

Biology 880-8065

Boatwright Res. Hall 880-8360

Bookstore 880-8215

Box Office, Theatre 880-8080

Business/Accountancy 880-8317

Business Office 880-8231

Cafeteria 880-8210

Callaway CEB Gym 880-8330

Candler Res. Hall 880-8820

Career Center 880.8177

Chapel 880-8463

Chaplain 880-8297

Chemistry/Physics 880-8065

Clark-HolderClinic 706-812-4231

ComputerScience 880-8279

Community Service 880.81 1 2

Copy Center 880-8765

Costume Shop 880-81 65

Counseling 880-81 77

Dean of Students 880-8256

Dining Hall 880-8210

Education Department 880-8276

English Department 880-8206

Evening College 880-8298

Financial Aid 880-8241

Football Coach 880-81 06

Foreign Languages 880-8206

French 880-8206

Gym, CEB 880-8330

Hawkes Res. Hall 880-8420

Henry Res. Hall 880-8470

Hilltop News 880-8020

History 880-8275

Housekeeping 880-8296

Housing 880-8269

Information, College Switchboard... 880-8000

Information Technology 880-8304

Insurance 880-8232

Intramurals 880-8306

Lamar Dodd Art Center 880-821 1

Library 880-8312

Maintenance 880-8296

Mathematics 880-8065

Multi-media Lab 880-81 50

Music 880-8351

Natatorium/Pool 880-8322

Nursing Department 880-8220

Panther Prints 880-8765

Personnel

Faculty 880-8236

Staff 880-8277

Maintenance 880-8296

Provost 880-8236

Physics/Chemistry 880-8065

Pitts Dining Hall 880-8210

Pitts Residence Hall 880-8560

Placement Office, Career 880-8286

Political Science 880-8226

Pool/Natatorium 880-8322

Post Office 880-8287

President 880-8240

Price Theatre 880-8266

Psychology 880-8284

PublicRelations, College 880-8204

Records, Student 880-8231

Registrar 880-8024

Religion Department 880-8206

Security, M-F, 8 - 5 p.m 880-8000

Security 880-8911

706-412-0503

Student Records 880-8231

Soccer, Men's 880-8283

Soccer, Women's 880-8334

Sociology 880-8331

Softball Coach 880-8032

Spanish 880-8206

StudentAccounts 880-8231

Student Life 880-8269

Student Loans 880-8231

Telecommunications 880-8204

Theatre Box Office 880-8080

Ticket Office, Theatre 880-8080

Transcripts 880-8024

Tuition 880-8231

Turner Res. Hall 880-8470

Volleyball 880-8225

Work-study 880-8241

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The Student Life Office

The Student Life Office is the focal point for student extracurricular concerns. The staff
works to gain and maintain good communication and working relationships between
students, faculty, and administrators. The Student Life Office is located on the first floor
of Smith Hall. This office includes the following services: The Career Center, Counseling,
Residence Life, Greek Affairs, and the Student Activities and Services Office.

Student Life Mission Statement

The mission of the Student Life Office is to provide a challenging, inspiring and transforming
experience outside the classroom. We will promote innovative activities and programs that
enhance personal and professional growth through excellence, civility, service and diversity.

Career Development Center

Located on 1st Floor of Smith hall the LaGrange College Career Development Center is
available to students, alumni, faculty, and staff.

Students are encouraged to use the LaGrange College Career Development Center's re-
sources starting their freshman year in college. The Career Development Center assists stu-
dents in researching and locating part- and full-time employment while in school, internships,
scholarships, fellowships, graduate assistantships, summer jobs, and full-time jobs following
graduation. Additional resources and training provide students with job-search skills, includ-
ing resume/cover letter preparation, interview skills, as well as assistance with graduate
school applications, test preparation, and online resources.

The Career Development Center offers workshops such as The Art of Cross-cultural Busi-
ness Dining," "Backpack to Briefcase" as well as events such as the Graduate School Forum,
Mock Interviews, Kaplan Test Drive (free graduate school testing), one on-campus Career
Fair, and three off-campus Career Fairs. Online Job Board offering off-campus full and part-
time job listings: www.lagrange.edu/careers (Panther Job Board)

The Internship program at LaGrange College utilizes employers from different areas of study.
These internships will aide students in obtaining valuable experience as a prelude to future
employment. Students are eligible their sophomore year to apply and must have permission
from their academic department.

To apply for an internship:

- Pick up an "Internship Application" from the LaGrange College Career Development
Center and obtain signature from the major department chair for approval for Major
Credit

- Resume that has been approved and proofed by the Career Development Center
(books, packets, and staff are available for assistance) jobs@lagrange.edu

- Signed "Release of Liability for Interns" and the "Internship Polices" (included in the
Internship Application)

- Packet must be turned back into the Career Development Center and student must
meet with the Director of the Career Development Center

The LaGrange College Career Development Center is a member of several organizations
to ensure that the services offered are up-to-date. Some of the memberships include the
Georgia Consortium of Colleges, the Georgia Association of Colleges and Employers, the
National Association of Colleges and Employers, the National Society of Human Resource
Management, West Georgia Society of Human Resource Management, and the Department
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The Career Center and the trained staff have the tools to assist you in the 4 steps of Career
Planning:

Step 1 : Self-Assessment

We offer the Type Focus Test to find out your strengths and the jobs that match your interest.
Start your resume and get involved on-campus to learn about your different interests.

Step 2: Researching Careers and Majors

Meet with the Career Director to talk about different majors and careers. Visit the Career
Center library. Identify college majors and occupations that fit your interests, skills, values,
and personal traits. Learn more about occupations, career fields and the job market. Under-
stand that majors and occupations are not the same thing and that the real world is
not organized by majors.

Step 3: Decision Making

Decide on an academic or career field that matches your interests, skills, values, personal
traits, and desired life style determined during self-assessment. Determine coursework and
skills needed for your career goals. Be aware of limitations you may have and make a deci-
sion that is realistic. Form a plan to put your decision into action.

Step 4: Gain Experience!

Get involved in a professional organization or take a leadership role in an extracurricular
activity that relates to your career goal. Gain an internship in your area of interest. Find a
part-time or full-time position in the are of your interest! Visit us on the web www.lagrange.
edu/careers

Residence Life

The residence life unit of Student Life, led by Dean Jack Slay, Jr., is responsible for the daily
operation in halls as well as the management of the professional and student staff. The
Residence Life Office seeks to create and maintain an environment that fosters intellectual,
social, and emotional growth. The staff works to provide a safe and comfortable living envi-
ronment encouraging respect, personal responsibility, and individual rights. This office is also
responsible for handling applications for student housing, student room assignments, and
summer housing. Maintenance/Housekeeping is responsible for maintenance of furniture
and equipment as well as housekeeping in the residence halls.

Academic and Personal Counseling

An important part of the philosophy of LaGrange College is that each student should have
advice and counseling throughout his/her academic career. The counseling center, located
in Smith Hall offers a variety of counseling services to assist students in reaching their aca-
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The Counseling Center does this by providing short-term personal counseling in the
following areas:

Resolving conflicts

Adjustment to College life away from home

Relationships with friends and family members

Reducing stress & anxiety

Feelings of depression

Eating disorders

Alcohol or substance abuse

The Counseling Center also provides study skills workshops and offers one-on-one academ-
ic coaching. In addition, the Counseling Center works to ensure that educational programs
are accessible to all qualified student in accordance with the provisions of Section 504 of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1 973 and expanded by Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of
1990. Reasonable and appropriate accommodations, academic adjustments, and/or auxil-
iary aids are determined on a case-by-case basis for otherwise qualified students who have a
demonstrated need for these services. Pamela Tremblay is the Section 504 coordinator. She
will receive proper documentation for learning and attention disorders, psychiatric disorders,
chronic health impairments, physical disabilities and any other physical or mental condition
that substantially limits a major life activity prior to the academic term when accommodations
are desired. The counseling center strives to help students make good choices so they can
continue doing their best, be more effective in their relationships with others, understand
feelings and behavior, and enhance positive traits. Discussions are confidential in keeping
with professional standards.

Spiritual Life at LaGrange College

College is a point of transition. Regardless of the student's age or reason for being on cam-
pus, college is a turning point. It is a time of exciting intellectual and social growth. During
their collegiate experiences, students will wrestle with new ideas, discover new interests, and
explore issues of intimacy and identity. In contrast, the struggle to define identity and per-
sonal values is an opportunity for spiritual growth and faith development. Therefore, Spiritual
Life programs at LaGrange College offer students a chance to examine their faith, to assess
what is important, and to forge a system of values that will sustain them through their adult
years. Growing out of its history of service and affiliation with The United Methodist Church,
LaGrange College is committed to transforming lives by challenging student's minds and
inspiring their souls.

Spiritual Life Opportunities to Participate

Spiritual Life offers a number of opportunities for students, faculty, and staff members to
celebrate life and explore God's intention for human living. These opportunities include times
for worship, fellowship, and service. Worship services are scheduled through small groups
and throughout the year in the chapel.

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Spiritual Life Groups

There are several Spiritual Life opportunities, student groups, and Bible Studies that meet
weekly to offer a place for students to explore, sharpen and grow in their faith. The groups
include:

Anti-Apathetics

Baptist Collegiate Ministries

Fellowship of Christian Athletes

Girls Only Bible Study

Short-term Bible Studies

Wesley Fellowship

Pray Until Something Happens

House of Prayer

Reformed Bible Fellowship

Students are allowed to eat free at the Wednesday night supper at
LaGrange First United Methodist Church.

The Alternative Spring Break Trip

A yearly program that focuses on missions, servant-leadership and poverty during the Col-
lege's Spring Break, allows interested students, faculty, and staff members an opportunity to
make a difference by serving in another culture. If interested please see the Vice President
for Spiritual Life and Church Relations.

Spiritual Life activities encourage you to

The hard questions. About your life, relationships, career, faith, God. Together we can strug-
gle with the difficult issues facing our personal lives, our community, and our world. There is
no judgment on your beliefs or non-beliefs. Whatever your background or experience, you
can feel free to discover explore, and share. So join us, and ask...

Mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually. Learn new ideas. Talk about your faith. Study
the Bible. Participate in chapel and service. Offer your opinions. Listen to others. Be chal-
lenged to think outside the box. Be a part of something larger than yourself. Follow Christ
and be committed to the Gospel in today's world. At whatever stage of your faith journey, we
seek to offer an atmosphere of supportive listening, challenging inquiry, and fun activities.
So join us and grow...

To a community built on genuine acceptance, mutual respect, and friendship. Know that your
opinions count. And always come, as you are to all Religious Life activities including Chapel
services. Spiritual Life activities are for every student regardless of faith tradition, race, gen-
der, national origin, age or background. So join us and belong...

ASK...

GROW...

BELONG...

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Vice President for Spiritual Life and Church Relations

The Vice President for Spiritual Life and Church Relations serves the spiritual needs of the
College. The Vice President is available for counseling, spiritual guidance and mentoring,
and informal conversation. The Vice President engages with many different people through-
out the campus community. In all the Vice President does, the goal is to help people get a
clearer understanding of what they believe and how they relate their faith to everyday life.
As such, much of the work is done in conversation with individuals and small groups for
questions on matters of faith on campus; offering liturgical/sacramental services; assisting
students with questions of calling and purpose, values, ethics, and questions about life.

The Vice President for Spiritual Life and Church Relations serves

To contribute to the educational life of the College as it relates to personal, moral,
emotional and spiritual issues.

To offer pastoral care and support for faculty, staff and students within the College,
especially anyone who seeks spiritual, emotional, and/or practical help.
To work as bridge-builder for others in the College, the wider communities and the
churches, to promote mutual understanding and cooperation.

Servant-Leadership

LaGrange College is engaged in an intentional effort to instill the principles of Servant-Lead-
ership into the fabric of the campus. Servant-Leadership focuses on finding our passions
and using that passion to serve the needs of the world. In addition, servant-leadership helps
people to grow, helping them to become wiser, healthier, freer, and more autonomous.

The College defines Servant-Leadership as a philosophy that is an inward journey with self,
God, and others to equip an outward journey of committed service to the world. As such, the
emphasis of the LaGrange College Servant-Leadership Initiative aims to help students, grow
as individuals and moral leaders. There are two programs of the Servant-Leadership Initia-
tive to assist the College in living out its call to create a caring and ethical community. The
Servant-Leadership program is open to interested students. For more information contact the
Office of Spiritual Life and Church Relations.

Cultural Enrichment

Because the intellectual and cultural opportunities during one's college years are exception-
ally rich, and because exposure to a variety of cultural experiences, and participation in a
lively collegial atmosphere, during one's intellectually formative years, are vital to the con-
cept of a liberal education, LaGrange College is dedicated to assisting in this enrichment by
requiring all students to accumulate a prescribed number of Cultural Enrichment programs
- lectures, presentations, events, performances, recitals, etc. - will be published in a brochure
and on the college web page. As the academic year progresses, the CE calendar on the col-
lege web site provides the most up-to-date listing of CE events, showing new events added
throughout the year. Many of these events will occur during the Contact Hour on Tuesdays
and Thursdays, and some will double as required programs in the CORE classes.

Students will meet their obligation according to the following schedule.

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CLASSIFICATION

EARNED HOURS
UPON ENTRY
LAGRANGE COLLEGE

CULTURAL EVENTS
NEEDED TO
GRADUATE

New/Transfer First Year
Transfer First Year
Transfer Sophomore
Transfer Sophomore
Transfer Junior
Transfer Junior
Transfer Senior

0-14 Sem. Hours
15-29 Sem. Hours
30-45 Sem. Hours
46-59 Sem. Hours
60-75 Sem. Hours
76-89 Sem. Hours

90 and above

40
35
30
25
20
15
10

Students may check their CE credits on Banner Web. To view your CE graduation require-
ments, the events you've attended, and the total number of CE credits you've earned, go to
PantherNet, then Banner Self Service; click on the Student Tab, and then select the Student
Records link. Once on this page, click on the bottom link to View Cultural Enrichment Cred-
its. Please keep in mind that there is typically a one week delay between the event and
when the attendance list is posted on Banner. Contact Ms. Michele Raphoon (mraphoon@
lagrange.edu) with any questions about Cultural Enrichment.

For students who are coping with extreme medical conditions, the Academic Services Com-
mittee will consider petitions for a reduction in the number of CE credits required for gradua-
tion. The SOURCE office must first verify the condition.

Student Activities

Under the leadership of the Director of Student Activities, Tara Kermiet, the Office of Student
Activities is dedicated to enriching the collegiate experience of LaGrange College students
while improving the quality of College life. Programs and services offered are designed to
enhance the personal, social and intellectual growth of students. These services are offered
through various functional areas including the Student Government Association, the Hilltop
News, and other student organizations and projects as well as through various leadership
and service initiatives offered throughout the year.

Student Government Association

The Student Government Association at LaGrange College exists to provide the student
body with a means to deal with the affairs of the students and a forum for the expression
of student views and interests concerning student life within the College. Members of the
Executive Council work to preside over 4 main bodies: Senate, Programming Board, Service
Council, and Public Relations. A full publication of the Student Government Constitution and
by-laws is provided in Part Three of this document. SGA can be reached at 880-8SGA or
880-8742.

2011-2012 SGA Executive Council

Lauren Gledhill, President
Hill Daniel, Vice President of Senate/Parliamentarian
Grey Clevenger, Vice President of Entertainment
Christa Von Borstel, V7'ce President of Service
Kelsey Harris, V7ce President of Sustainability
Trevor Jones, Vice President of Information Technology
Felipe Vega, Treasurer
Matt Jones, Secretary/Public Relations

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Greek Affairs

The Dean of Student Affairs oversees the activities of the sororities and fraternities on cam-
pus as well as the Panhellenic Council (the governing body for sororities) and the Interfra-
ternity Council (the governing body for fraternities). LaGrange College has an active and
growing Greek community dedicated to the idea of developing leadership, social skills, com-
munity service, friendship and academic excellence. Approximately 30% of undergraduates
belong to Greek organizations. Information about these groups can be obtained on the first
floor of Smith Hall.

Active organizations on the College campus are Alpha Delta Gamma, Alpha Omicron Pi,
Delta Tau Delta, Kappa Delta, Phi Mu, and Pi Kappa Phi.

LaGrange College recognizes the importance for an institution of higher learning to develop
and maintain a safe and secure environment in which the academic and social pursuits of its
members can be fully realized.

The parking and traffic plan and the comprehensive campus safety plan are both adminis-
tered from the Business Office. Parking decals are purchased in this office. A set of parking
regulations and a decal are issued to each student and to all new students in the interim,
spring and summer terms. The permits are valid until the end of August 2012.

LaGrange College uses zone parking. Every student, residents and commuters, will be re-
quired to park only in designated lots. Color-coded decals will indicate which lots students
and faculty are permitted to park in. Individuals who park in undesignated lots will be subject
to ticketing and fining, and will likely be towed.

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Parking on the Hill, 2011-2012

Registration of Vehicles

All vehicles operated on the campus by administration, faculty, staff, and students (both resi-
dent and commuters) must be registered in the Business Office and must bear a permit as
prescribed by the College. Motorcycles must also be registered. Boats, trailers, and camp-
ers are not allowed on the main campus longer than 24 hours during the regular school year.
Parking decals must be affixed to the vehicle's lower left back window. It must be clearly
visible.

Persons authorized to have vehicles will be allowed one week from the first day of classes
to register them without penalty provided they have been parking in the proper zone. A late
registration fee of $25 per month will be imposed for failing to register a vehicle within the
time allotted.

Parking permits are valid for one year beginning in September. Normal registration for stu-
dents is during enrollment and before classes begin. Cost of permits is prorated as follows:
Fall Semester Permits, $30; Jan Term Permits, $20; Spring Permits, $15.00; and Summer
Permits, $5. This fee is assessed during the registration process and is included in a stu-
dent's tuition fees.

A student will be allowed to register a second personal vehicle for an additional $30 fee.
Parking Zones

Vehicles are allowed only in the zone parking their permit indicates:

FACULTY AND STAFF: Any legal parking space, including spaces on and off the Hill. [Red]

COMMUTERS: Any legal space off the Hill. [Gold]

EVENING COLLEGE STUDENTS: Any legal space on the Hill after 5:00 PM and any legal
space off the Hill at any time. [Black]

HAWKINS/CANDLER: Lots across the street from the apartment dorms. [Purple]
HAWKES/PITTS: Any legal space off the Hill excluding the Candler/Hawkins lots as well as
the lots behind Turner/Henry/Boatwright. [Green]

HENRY/BOATWRIGHTmJRNER: Any legal space in the lots behind their buildings as well
as any off-the-Hill lots on Vernon Avenue. They are not allowed in the off-the-Hill lots across
the street from Banks Hall and the Chapel. [Blue]

PRICE THEATER PARKING LOT is designated as the overflow lot for every zone.

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General Regulations and Restrictions

All parking regulations and restrictions are in effect 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

All city and state regulations and rules, and all directional signs governing the use of motor

vehicles shall be observed at all times.

Only so designated vehicles may park in the President's space, handicap, and visitors.

All curbs are considered fire zones and, therefore, parking is prohibited. These areas will be

additional ticketed by the City of LaGrange.

The speed limit for motor vehicles is 15 mph except where slower speed is essential for
safety.

Vehicles must be parked within the lines provided. Parking on or over the line or curb is a
violation.

The person in whose name a vehicle is registered with the Business Office will be respon-
sible for any violations.

Vehicles may not be backed into parking spaces.

In addition to the above violations, vehicles may be ticketed and/or towed for obstruction or
double parking, speeding, parking on landscaped areas, parking in a loading zone, failure to
properly display the LC parking permit.
Penalties

Illegally parked vehicles will be ticketed and may be towed from campus.
College-issued tickets run a minimum of $25; fines will increase with improper parking fre-
quency. Vehicles may be towed after the 5th violation.

Tickets must be paid; unpaid parking fines may prevent a student from registering for classes
or graduating.

Tickets may be paid in the Security Office located in Turner Hall, Room 217. Tickets may be
appealed in the Security Office within 24 hours of issuance.

LaGrange College assumes no responsibility for the security of vehicles or their contents
while on campus property.

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Campus Safety

No community's security plan can be effective unless everyone in the community contributes
to making it work. Safety and security are both personal and shared responsibilities. Only
by accepting this responsibility can members of the community maintain a safe and secure
environment.

This security section of the Handbook is provided to you as a part of LaGrange College's
commitment to safety and security on campus and satisfies all the requirements of the Fed-
eral Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990. It is filled with information about
a variety of security services and programs, which are available to you as a member of the
College community. We hope that you will become familiar with this information and find the
programs useful.

The College has an established campus-wide Safety Committee that is charged with the
assessment and improvement of safe practices and safe environments across the College.
Your participation on this Committee is welcomed if you have an interest in this area. If you
should ever encounter an unsafe condition on campus, please alert your RA and/or Resident
Director.

Security Services

The Vice President of Management has primary responsibility for the security of LaGrange
College. The Office's mission is to create and maintain a safe and secure environment. This
includes protecting lives and securing property, and preserving peace and order. There are
two main branches of services: security operation and education.

Security Operations

Securities Security Services provide security at LaGrange College. They are on duty 24
hours a day. Security officers check in at the residence halls and routinely patrol the buildings
and property of the entire campus.

Security officers respond to all reports of crime, fire, medical and other emergencies and call
in and coordinate with the City of LaGrange Fire and Police Departments. They complete
incident reports, interview witnesses, gather facts, and conduct preliminary investigations.
Officers lock and unlock buildings, admit authorized persons into locked areas, and monitor
fire and burglary alarm systems. Security officers can be reached by calling 706-880-8911 or
706-358-291 8. They are located in Turner 217.

The Student Life Office provides numerous support functions for the security of the cam-
pus. A variety of programs are available to students and employees. Some of the programs
presented include: Safety programs in the Residence Halls, Self Defense for Women, Infor-
mation about Alcohol and Alcoholism and Illegal Drugs. Campus groups are encouraged to
sponsor these programs to increase attendance and bring together individuals with common
concerns. The programs focus on taking personal responsibility for individual safety, how to
avoid unsafe situations, services avail-able from student development, and how to obtain
assistance. Individuals interested in the educational programs should contact the Dean of
Students. The Counseling Office and Residence Life offer related programs on acquaintance
rape, alcohol, relationships, and self-defense.

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Reporting Emergencies Or Crimes On Campus

All emergency situations involving: 1) a crime in progress, 2) a medical emergency, 3) a
fire, should be immediately reported to 9-1-1. All phones, on campus may be used
to dial 9-1-1 at no charge. While on campus, persons should be aware dialing 9-1-1 or 9-
9-11 will work.

When calling for either emergency or non-emergency service, be prepared to do the follow-
ing: 1) Clearly identify yourself, 2) State your location, 3) State the nature of your call. All
incidents should be reported to the Residence Staff and/or the Student Life Office.

ON CAMPUS CRIME STATISTICS

The following statistics, provided in compliance with the Crime Awareness and Campus Se-
curity Act of 1990, are for your information. If you have any questions, contact the Student
Development Office at 880-8269.

Reported Crimes

2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

Homicide

Rape

Robbery

Burglary

4

3

12

21

6

8

1

Assault

2

1

Vehicle Theft

1

1

3

3

In addition to the preceding statistics the number of crimes reported in each respective cat-
egory, the following are arrest statistics associated with each respective offense:

Violations

2004

2005

2006

2007

2008

2009

2010

Liquor Law

2

4

3

4

1

5

7

Drug Related

1

3

1

1

Weapons

Note: These statistics are calculated on a calendar year basis and reflect only those crime/
arrests that occurred on the LaGrange College Campus.

Standard of Conduct and College Policies

The Standards of Conduct are divided into two parts. The first is the definition of the College's
position on the use of alcohol and drugs. The second part is a description of the College's
policies on Aids, Equality of Access, Prohibition of Firearms, Greek Organizations, Hazing,
Illness, Non-discrimination Harassment, Sexual Harassment and Solicitation.

Alcohol and Other Drugs

LaGrange College prohibits the possession, distribution and use of alcohol or illegal drugs.

As members of the College community, we recognize that we have an obligation to examine
critically the issues surrounding drug and alcohol abuse on campuses, to provide appropriate
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bers have the right to live, work, learn and study in an environment free from the damaging
effects of drug and alcohol abuse. To this end, LaGrange College sponsors a variety of
programs and provides information and resources regarding drug and alcohol abuse. In addi-
tion, the College's policies for faculty, staff and students are consistent with federal and local
law and reinforce the belief that people are accountable for their own actions. The College's
policy is stated in the Student Code of Conduct. This section is provided to give the student
information to make an informed choice about alcohol and drug use.

Health Risks Associated With Substance Abuse

This section summarizes the health risks associated with drug and alcohol abuse and re-
sources for addressing drug and alcohol abuse.

Caffeine, alcohol and tobacco are commonly used drugs. Although some are regulated, they
are not per se illegal. It is important to realize that for some people, even these legal drugs
taken in moderation can produce serious health risks, and under certain circumstances,
these drugs can prove as insidious and damaging as some illegal substances.

Some illicit drugs and controlled substances have valid pharmaceutical uses. When prop-
erly administered by a physician their effect can be beneficial, yet, as with the licit drugs
mentioned above, these same drugs can also prove damaging. Other substances, such as
inhalants and analogs, have no legitimate claim to healing. Their use is by definition abuse,
and the results are unpredictable and sometimes fatal.

Regardless of the licit or illicit status of a substance, abusing drugs is never beneficial physi-
cally, socially, psychologically, or economically. The following discussion provides a listing of
common drugs and substances along with the associated physical and psychological and
effects and risks. Keep in mind that the effects and risks may vary depending upon dosage,
frequency of use, duration of use combination with other substances, as well as the age, sex
and health of the person.

Physical Health Risks

Depressants (Quaaludes, barbiturates, tranquillizers, and alcohol)

Health Risks: General - depression of the central nervous system, slow response time,
loss of rational judgment, decreased coordination and motor skills, death These drugs
are particularly dangerous when combined.

Health Risks: Alcohol - Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, metabolic changes (e.g. hypoglyce-
mia, elevated triglycerides), cancer of the mouth, pharynx, larynx, esophagus, and liver,
heart desease, nervous system damage, gastrointestinal disorder (e.g. peptic ulcers,
pancreatitis, gastritis), liver damage (e.g. alcoholic hepatitis, cirrhosis, and fat accumu-
lations), death from overdose (2,000 per year in U.S.), blackouts, accidential injuries,
anemia.

Narcotics (heroin, methadone, codeine, morphine, meperidine, opium, and other)

Health Risks: General - nausea, vomiting, convulsion, coma, possible death. The use
of contaminated syringes may result in disease such as AIDS, endocarditis and hepa-
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Stimulants (caffeine as found in coffee, tea, soft drinks, diet and caffeine pills;cocaine;
crack; amphetamines such as benzedrine, Dexedrine, methadrine - speed)

Health Risks: Caffeine - increased motor activity, diminishes small muscle coordi-
nation and timing, insomnia or restlessness and disturbed sleep, in-creased basal
metabolic rate, increased urination, premature systoles heat palpitation, tachycardia,
gastrointestinal irritation, ulcers, diarrhea, constipation (from high tannin content of
tea) mild delirium, auditory and visual disturbances.

Health Risks: Cocaine - (highly addictive) elevated blood pressure, increased tem-
perature, nosebleeds, erosion of the nasal septum, paranoia, nervousness, insomnia,
malnutrition, tactile hallucinations, seizures, convulsions, death from effect on cardiac
function and respiration.

Health Risks: Crack - (highly addictive) dilated pupils, increased pulse rate, elevated
blood pressure, insomnia, loss of appetite, tactile hallucination, paranoia, seizures,
agitation, increased temperature, convulsions, possible death from cardiac arrest.
Health Risks: Amphetamine - elevated blood pressure, nervousness, hyperactivity,
insomnia, malnutrition, acute psychoses.

Hallucinogens (phencyclidine - PCP, lysergic acid diethylamide -LSD, mescaline-peyote,
psilocybin - mushrooms, marijuana).

Health Risks: PCP - unexpected psychotic episodes, perceptual distortions, sense
of estrangement, poor muscular coordination, impaired speech, long term persistent
memory

Health Risks: LSD - peyote mushrooms - illusions, hallucination, increased tem-
perature and heart rate, elevated blood pressure, loss of appetite, insomnia, tremors,
panic, confusion, and speech impairments, depression, anxiety, violent behavior,
hallucination, coma, heart failure, lung problems, ruptured blood vessels in the brain,
death, paranoia, loss of control, long term persistent flash backs, psychosis, dementia,

Health Risks: Marijuana - perceptual distortion of time, increased heart rate, dilation
of blood vessels, loss of short term memory, impaired comprehension, decreased vi-
sual perception and psychomotor skills, loss of motivation, fatigue, chronic bronchitis,
decreased vital lung capacity, lung cancer, paranoia, psychosis.

Inhalants (nitrous oxide, amyl nitrate, butyl nitrite, chlorohydro carbons, hydro-carbons-
found in aerosol sprays, solvents, chemicals and gasoline).

Health Risks: General - Nausea, sneezing, coughing, nose bleeds, fatigue, lack of
coordination, loss of appetite, decreased heart and respiratory rates, impaired judg-
ment, violent behavior, disorientation, rapid pulse, headaches, incontinence, hepatitis,
renal and hepatic damage, peripheral neuropathy, convulsions, encephalopathy,
cardiac arrhythmia, ataxia, chorea, tremors, organic lead encephalopathy, myopathy,
brain hemorrhage, unconsciousness, and death from asphyxiation.

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Designer Drugs or Analogs (synthetic chemical modification of older drugs, sometimes
several hundred to several thousand times stronger than the drugs they are designed to
imitate.)

Health Risks: General - depression, anxiety, paranoia, illusions. Hallucinations, im-
paired perception, tremors, drooling, impaired speech, paralysis, irreversible brain dam-
age, and death.

Smoking (cigarette smoking in particular, cigar and pipe smoking to a lesser extent.)

Health Risks: General - Nausea, vomiting, peripheral vasoconstriction, tachycardia el-
evated blood pressure, increased risk of heart disease as well as chronic bronchitis and
emphysema decreased life expectancy, increased potential for serious adverse effects
in women taking oral contraceptives, lung cancer and other cancers (mouth, larynx,
esophagus, bladder, pancreas, kidney). When used during pregnancy: premature and
low birth weight babies, increased risk of miscarriage and still birth, hyperirritability, and
hyperkinesia in infants.

Early recognition and treatment of alcohol and drug abuse are important for successful re-
habilitation and reduced personal, family and social disruption. The College encourages
and supports the earliest possible diagnosis and treatment for substance abuse. Whenever
feasible, the College will assist students in overcoming alcohol and drug abuse. However,
the decision to seek diagnosis and accept treatment for any problem remains primarily the
individual's responsibility.

Counseling/Treatment Resources

A number of counseling and treatment options are available to students at LaGrange College.
All counseling is confidential (except as otherwise required by law in cases of child abuse
or when the person presents a clear and present danger to him/herself or others). Students
are encouraged to seek counseling and/or treatment in dealing with personal issues of sub-
stance abuse relating to themselves, their friends or their families. Specific counseling and/
or treatment may be required of students as a result of conduct concerns or proceedings.

The following is a list of available counseling treatment resources:

Counseling Center: Individual and small group counseling sessions are available de-
pending upon the specific needs of the students. Referrals are made to off-campus
provider when the individual requires long-term or specialized assistance beyond the
scope of the center staff. For more information or an appointment, call 880-8177.

College Chaplain: Clergy is available for personal counseling and may refer students
to other resources as appropriate. For information or for an appointment call 880-8340.
For additional resources on drug education contact: The National Council on Alcoholism
and Drug Dependence Information Line at 1-800-NCA-CALL, The Cocaine Hotline at
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Programs

Programs offered through the Student Life Office and other units focus on education, well-
ness, prevention and personal choice. Workshops and seminars are provided within the
residence halls, as a part of First Week, during National Collegiate Alcohol Awareness Week,
and Drug Awareness Week, through Greek organizations and throughout the year on an ad
hoc basis.

How The College Views Alcohol And Drug Abuse

The use of alcohol and other drugs can have a negative impact on judgments and reactions,
health and safety, but may lead to legal complications as well. Even more basic is the stance
that drugs and alcohol have no place on this campus among our students.

The College's Role

The College's principle role is to engage in education, which leads to high standards and
respectful conduct. When those are compromised, it will take action against organizations
violating rules regarding alcohol and against individuals violating either the law or College
policy concerning alcohol. The College will deal severely with students convicted of the illegal
possession, use, or sale of drugs.

What the College Community can do to prevent alcohol and drug abuse

Students can help control substance abuse by declining to use or condone the use of drugs
and by insisting that organizations and individuals use alcohol within the law and adhere to
College policy. Students should make an effort to prevent persons who have abused alcohol
or used drugs from harming themselves or others, especially when driving a motor vehicle,
and should encourage those needing professional help to seek it.

The same standards and regulations apply with equal force to members of the faculty, staff
and administration.

Alcohol Policy

Any student on the campus who is in possession of or under the influence of alcohol will be
charged with a violation of College policy. Persons under 21 years of age are also in violation
of state laws. Additionally the possession and use of alcoholic beverages are prohibited at all
College functions and facilities, including those sponsored off campus. Students who violate
this policy will be subject to College discipline up to and including separation from the Col-
lege. Students are subject to Georgia state laws regarding alcoholic beverages.

Note: Students who are in the presence of students clearly in violation of the Alcohol Policy
are considered in violation themselves and will also be subjected to disciplinary action and
possible fine. Likewise, students whose roommates store alcohol in a common refrigerator
or room are also subject to disciplinary action and fine.

Parental Notification

The Dean of Student Affairs will notify parents of students under the age of 21 who violate
rules governing alcohol/drug use at LaGrange College.

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Drinking Age Laws

Georgia State Statute 3-3-23 makes it unlawful for any person under the age of 21 years to
have in his or her possession alcoholic beverages; to sell, give, serve or permit to be served
alcoholic beverages to a person under 21 years of age or to permit a person under 21 years
of age to consume said beverages on the premises; to misrepresent or misstate his or her
age or any other person for the purpose of inducing any licensee or his agents or employees
to sell, give, serve or deliver any alcoholic beverages to a person under 21 years of age.

Drug Policy

The College does not condone the possession, consumption, ingestion, injection, or inhala-
tion (without prescription or medical authorization) of substances that have the capacity to
change a person's mood, behavior, or mind, or modify and relieve pain, such as, but not
limited to marijuana, opiates, amphetamines, barbiturates, hallucinogens, psychedelics, or
solvents. Any student found to be in conflict with the above or local, state, and federal narcot-
ics laws, will be referred to the Dean of Students, who will determine the sanction. The sanc-
tion may result in separation from the College. Disciplinary action against a student under
College rules does not preclude the possibility of criminal charges against that individual.
Similarly, the filing of criminal charges does not preclude action by the College.

The use of illegal drugs and the misuse of prescription and other drugs pose a serious threat
to the physical and mental well being of students, faculty, staff, visitors and guests of the
College. The College is committed to providing accurate information and educational pro-
grams to prevent such use of drugs. If further information is required about these programs,
services, and the assistance available at the College. Please contact the Counseling Center,
Chaplain's Office or the Student Life Office.

Drug Testing Policy

Given grounds for reasonable suspicion, the College reserves the right to require any student
to undergo drug testing, the cost to be borne by the student.

Institutional Assessment

LaGrange College is committed to continuously monitoring and evaluating all of its multiple
components that collectively strive to accomplish the mission of the College. This commit-
ment to be the best requires that we frequently measure the institutional outcomes we have
identified as important indicators of our College's quality. A critical source of information
about institutional quality is you. the student.

From time to time you will be asked to respond to surveys, fill out course evaluations, attend
focus groups, sit for nationally normed profiles, etc. As a member of this community com-
mitted to continuously improving its abilities to challenge the mind and inspire the soul, your
sincere effort when engaged in any assessment activity is vitally important.

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Responsible Use of Technology

LaGrange College's computing environment exists to support the academic, research, and
service missions of the College. Continued and efficient accessibility of campus computing
and network facilities depends on the responsible behavior of the entire user community.
The College seeks to provide students, faculty, and staff with the greatest possible access to
campus information technology resources within the limits of institutional priorities and finan-
cial capabilities and consistent with generally accepted principles of ethics that govern the
College community. Each authorized user of information technology assumes responsibility
for her or his own behavior

Notice Regarding Audio/Video Recording

When you enter the LaGrange College campus or College-sponsored event premises,
you will be entering an area where photography, video and audio recording may occur.

By entering campus grounds or event premises, you consent to interview(s), photography,
audio recording, video recording and its/their release, publication, exhibition, or reproduc-
tion to be used for news, web casts, promotional purposes, telecasts, advertising, inclusion
on web sites, or any other purpose by LaGrange College and its affiliates and representa-
tives. You release LaGrange College, its officers and employees, and each and all persons
involved from any liability connected with the taking, recording, digitizing, or publication of
interviews, photographs, computer images, video and/or or sound recordings.

By entering the premises, you waive all rights you may have to any claims for payment
or royalties in connection with any exhibition, streaming, webcasting, televising, or other
publication of these materials, regardless of the purpose or sponsoring of such exhibiting,
broadcasting, webcasting, or other publication irrespective of whether a fee for admission or
sponsorship is charged. You also waive any right to inspect or approve any photo, video, or
audio recording taken by LaGrange College or the person or entity designated to do so by
the College.

You have been fully informed of your consent, waiver of liability, and release.

One of the major benefits of higher education and membership in the College community
is greater knowledge of and respect for religious, racial, cultural and other groups.
Indeed, genuine appreciation for individual differences and cultural diversity is essential
to the environment of learning. Another major aspect of the College's life involves sexual
relationships. Sexual attitudes or actions which are intimidating, harassing, coercive, or
abusive, or that invade the right to privacy of the individual are not acceptable.
Organizations or individuals that adversely upset the delicate balance of communal living
are subject to disciplinary action by the College. Only in an atmosphere of equality and
respect can all members of the College grow. This sub-section establishes the College's
policies on Aids, Equality of Access, Greek Organizations, Hazing, Illness, Sexual
Harassment, Racial Harassment and Solicitation.

Policies Pertaining to Students
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POLICIES

AIDS

The policy of the College is to treat cases of HIV infection on a case-by-case basis. When
a case of HIV infection or full-blown AIDS comes to the attention of the College, the Col-
lege counselor will refer an individual to the Clark-Holder Clinic, with the permission of the
affected individual, they will review the case, and the clinic will assist in the coordination of
resources and services.

Children of Students Policy

LaGrange College is committed to providing an environment conducive to teaching and
learning for all enrolled students. To maintain that atmosphere of learning, the following poli-
cy on students' children in the classroom is in effect.

In general, children of students are not permitted in the classroom or on campus while the
parent is attending class. The presence of children in a college classroom presents a distrac-
tion to engaged learners and may lead to the modification of content to exclude information
inappropriate for children. Unsupervised children create a liability for both the parent and the
college.

Any temporary exception to this policy due to extraordinary circumstances is at the discretion
of the instructor.

Each student is granted a LaGrange College e-mail account. Campus addresses are usually
first initial, middle initial, entire last name @ lagrange.edu (such as dsbrooks@lagrange.edu
or dsrobinson@lagrange.edu). Students are expected to treat their campus accounts as a
business account. Faculty and administrators rely on these accounts to disseminate impor-
tant information regarding College protocol and events; therefore, students are responsible
for any College information sent out over campus e-mail.

Grade Collection/Waivers

Students, especially those involved in sports and Greek organizations, may be asked to
collect current grades from their professors. FERPA requires that, except in certain special
circumstances, providing a student's academic records to someone other than the student
requires the student's written permission. For LaGrange College to release a student's
grades to a student organization there must be a written record that the student has re-
quested this and the authorization to release this information must be signed by the student.
The faculty has adopted the use of the Student Organization Grade Disclosure Agreement,
which members of student organizations must sign giving permission for their organization
to collect grade reports. Before a grade report may be requested, a signed copy of this
agreement must be on file in the Student Life Office of LaGrange College. This policy and
requisite forms may be obtained from the Student Life Office. The Athletic Dept. will provide
to all sports teams.

In addition, students must recognize that written/signed grade reports are provided as a
courtesy by members of the LaGrange College faculty.

Equality of Access

LaGrange College does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and
admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the opera-
tion of any of its programs and activities, so specified by federal laws and regulations. The
coordinator for compliance with section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1972 as amended,
is Pamela Tremblay

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Greek Organizations

Greek organizations at LaGrange College are a component of the institution's total educa-
tional program. As such, they are partners with the College in a mutually supportive endeav-
or. Therefore, Greek organizations share a responsibility for strengthening the total quality
of student life. Because of their importance to their own members, Greek Chapters have
certain rights and responsibilities within their community. Among their rights are 1) choos-
ing their members; 2) participating as a unit in campus group activities; 3) participating in
self-governing activities through the Interfraternity Council and the Panhellenic Council; 4)
providing the opportunity for participation in educational experiences.

Among their responsibilities are 1) conducting all activities in accordance with regulations
and policies of LaGrange College and their general fraternity, including policies on non-dis-
crimination on the basis of race, creed, religion, age, national origin, sexual orientation or
disability; 2) complying with their charter and by-laws developed in consultation with and ap-
proval of their general fraternity; 3) operating their chapter affairs in a business-like manner
consistent with their constitution and College policies; 4) maintaining an atmosphere within
their chapter and its activities supportive of high academic standards.

All fraternities and sororities are required to have a faculty or community/alumni adviser. Fra-
ternities and sororities exist at the College only at the invitation of the College. This invitation
is formally extended by the President of the College and can be withdrawn if a fraternity or
sorority fails to comply with the College regulations and policies, including but not limited to
the policies established by the Student Life Office.

It is a violation of Georgia State Law and LaGrange College policy for students to engage
in any activity that may be described as hazing. Hazing is a broad term encompassing any
action or activity which does not contribute to the positive development of a person; or which
inflicts or intends to cause mental or physical harm or anxieties; or which may demean,
degrade or disgrace any person regardless of location, intent, or consent of participants. In
addition hazing can be defined as any action or situation which intentionally or unintentionally
endangers the physical or mental health of a student for the purpose of initiation or full admis-
sion, or affiliation with any organization operating under the sanction of LaGrange College.

Any student organization found to have violated this policy might face loss of recognition as a
student organization. Further, any student found to be involved in any hazing activity will face
disciplinary action, and is subject to a maximum sanction of suspension or expulsion from
the College. Students, as well as their respective organizations, are also subject to civil and
criminal action as it relates to the state law prohibiting hazing.

Illness Policy

Students who are absent from classes or examinations because of illness should contact
their professors on a timely basis to discuss their individual situations. Students needing to
withdraw from all courses for a given term for medical reasons should contact the Student
Life Office for procedural information.

Non-Discrimination

LaGrange College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, race, national or ethnic
origin, handicap, or sex in the administration of educational polices, admissions policies,
financial aid, employment or any other program or activity.

Racial Harassment

LaGrange College expects its students to treat other persons with respect and human dignity

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in all interpersonal relationships. Any behavior that results in the racial abuse, harassment,
or intimidation of another person, or any unwanted objectionable racial attention towards
another person, will not be tolerated and is a violation of the College's Social Code.

Sexual Harassment

Sexual harassment may take two forms: (1) creating a hostile environment, and (2) quid pro
quo.

1 . A hostile, demeaning, or intimidating environment created by sexual harassment interferes
with an individual's full and free participation in the life of the College.

2. Sexual harassment quid pro quo occurs when a position of authority is used to threaten to
impose a penalty or to withhold a benefit in return for sexual favors, whether or not the at-
tempt is successful. Sexual harassment may involve behavior by a person of either gender
against a person of the same or opposite gender. It should be noted that the potential of
sexual harassment exists in any of the following relationships: student/student, faculty/stu-
dent, student/faculty, and faculty/faculty. Here and subsequently "faculty" refers to faculty,
staff, and administration. Because of the inherent differential in power between faculty and
students, sexual relationships between faculty and students are prohibited.

Sexual harassment may result from many kinds of behavior. These behaviors may range
from the most egregious forms, such as sexual assault, to more subtle forms. Explicit behav-
iors include but are not limited to requests for sexual favors, physical assaults of a sexual na-
ture, sexually offensive remarks, and rubbing, touching or brushing against another's body.
More subtle behaviors may be experienced as intimidating or offensive, particularly when
they recur or one person has authority over another. Such behaviors may include but are not
limited to unwelcome hugs or touching, inappropriate staring, veiled suggestions of sexual
activity, requests for meetings in non-academic settings, and risque jokes, stories, or images.

Accusations of sexual harassment, which are made without good cause, shall not be con-
doned. Such accusations are indeed grievous and can have damaging and far reaching
effects upon the careers and lives of individuals.

Any member of the College community having a complaint of sexual harassment may raise
the matter informally and/or file a formal complaint. The informal process is an attempt to
mediate between the parties in order to effect a mutually agreeable solution without entering
into the formal hearing process. Please refer the LaGrange College Bulletin 2011-2012 for
more details concerning procedural information.

Smoking

LaGrange College is a smoke-free campus. Please do not smoke within 50 feet of the en-
trance of each building. Student found in violation of the College Smoking Policy will be fined
a minimum of $50.

Solicitation

Individuals or student organization may not engage in commercial sales and fund-raising
projects unless the proceeds from such sales and projects are used for charitable or philan-
thropic purposes. Clearance for such activities must be obtained in advance from Student
Life Office. All fundraising projects must follow the LaGrange College Student-Based Fund-
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CAMPUS RESOURCES

Writing and Tutoring Center

The Writing and Tutoring Centers located in the Lewis Library, are available to aid students.
Peer tutors staff the Writing and Tutoring Centers. Dr. Laine Scott supervises the Centers.
The hours are posted each semester.

When a student enrolls at LaGrange College, a one-time testing fee is paid. During the first
semester and again, prior to graduation, students take the College's assessment exam de-
signed to determine the extent to which students have achieved the objectives of the curricu-
lum of the Core Program. Meaningful participation in this testing program is a requirement for
graduation with a baccalaureate degree. The fee also covers some personality and career
testing as well as major exit tests. Additionally, the Career Center has information about the
Graduate Records Exam (GRE) and Millers Analogies Test (MAT).

Campus Computer Network

By way of fiber optic cable the library, main academic buildings, administrative offices and
all residence halls are connected to the College's computer system. Students can access
library catalog information from their residence hall rooms and faculty can make assign-
ments by electronic mail. The College is connected to the Internet allowing for worldwide
communication.

Intercollegiate Sports

LaGrange College athletic teams participate in intercollegiate sports as an NCAA Division III
institution. We are a charter member of the Great South Athletic Conference.

The College promotes a non-scholarship program and subscribes to a scholar-athlete
philosophy in which academic pursuits are the primary purpose of higher education.
Coaches recruit players for each team; however, every sport invites "walk-on" try
-outs from the student body. Students may attend all on campus athletic contests at no
charge.

Philosophy Statement for Intercollegiate Athletics

Intercollegiate athletics at LaGrange College provide students with an integral complement
to their total educational experience. Recognizing the importance of athletics to the individual
student while seeking to strike a balance between the life of the mind and participation in
co-curricular offerings, the College is committed to providing a program of intercollegiate ath-
letics that is student-centered for both participants and spectators. The College believes that
the primary function of intercollegiate athletics at a small, church-related, liberal arts College
is one of a high quality co-curricular complement to its overall mission. As such, academics
will have always had priority over athletic or other co-curricular pursuits.

LaGrange College seeks to recruit and retain student athletes who understand the balance of
priorities between academics and co-curricular programs, whether the latter are athletics, the
performing arts, or other student activities. The College employs coaches who understand
that balance of priorities, and its coaches seek to recruit students who will be successful
student-athletes. Because the College awards no financial aid based upon athletic ability,
the aim of student-athlete recruitment by coaches is not solely for athletic success but rather
contributes to the College's enrollment goals, although by no means do those have to be
mutually exclusive.

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The College embraces a commitment to instill and develop the values of superlative ethical
conduct and fair play among its athletes, coaches and spectators, and other constituents.
Further, LaGrange College recognizes that student-athletes are role models to their peers as
well as representatives of the College, and the College actively encourages student-athletes
to conduct themselves in a manner which befits those roles.

LaGrange College is committed to gender equity and values cultural diversity. The College
will invest sufficient resources to ensure that the medical and athletic training services are
available to all athletes at appropriate times. It shall strive to ensure that all individuals and all
teams are treated with the same level of fairness, resources, and respect so that all athletes
are afforded an equal opportunity to develop their potential as student-athletes.

Intramural Sports

The intramural Sports program provides opportunities for wholesome recreation and com-
petition among members of the campus community. Teams representing campus organiza-
tions and Independents compete in organized tournaments and events throughout the year.
Competitive events include flag football, volleyball, basketball softball, ultimate Frisbee, and
dodge ball. Special awards are presented to the men and women's groups with the highest
participation rates and best record for the entire year. Graduate Assistants, JJ Martone, will
serve as GA Director of Intramural Sports for 2011-2012.

The facilities and equipment of the Physical Education Department are available for student
recreational use when these are not scheduled for instructional, athletic, or intramural sports
use. The use of outdoor equipment (backpacks and tents) requires the payment of a small
deposit which is refunded upon the safe return of the equipment. The Weight Room and
Gymnasium are available for student/faculty /staff use during posted hours. A valid LaGrange
College ID is necessary for entry during these hours.

Long Cane Access West Point Lake

The College leases from the Corps of Engineers the Long Cane Access on Lake West Point.
This area includes both a covered and many uncovered picnic facilities. The area is kept
locked and a key may be checked out. Please contact Campus Services at 880-8296

Equipment Check-out

Sports related equipment can be checked out through the intramural office at the Callaway
Educational Building.

Gyms and the Charles D.Hudson Natatorium

These areas can be used and/or reserved by calling Campus Services at 880-8296.
Chapel Policy

Student groups may reserve the Chapel for special occasions only by contacting Campus
Services at 880-8340.

| The Lewis Library, located at the Northeast center of the campus, is the information center
of the campus. The holdings, built to support the academic programs of the College, include
books, journals, maps, microforms, and audio video and electronic resources.

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Price Theater

Price Theater, located on Forrest Avenue, serves as a classroom, home for LaGrange Col-
lege Theater and box office. Current students are entitled to one free ticket to productions.
The Theater Arts Department is always interested in prospective technicians and actors. If
interested contact Professor Kim Barber Knoll at 880-8324.

Lost and Found

Lost and found services can be found in the Student Life Office, Smith Hall first floor. Items
not claimed within 30 days are discarded.

Student Organizations List

This list includes the names and phone numbers of officers of student organizations and is
available in the Director of Student Activities Office, first floor of Smith Hall.

Lamar Dodd Art Center

The Lamar Dodd Art Center gallery provides a changing exhibition program of visual art to
the campus and local community.

Campus Post Office

All currently enrolled students should have an assigned campus box. The post office is lo-
cated on the first floor of the Pitts Dining Hall. There is a lost key charge of $5.00 and a re-
core fee of $30.00.

I D 'S are necessary for entrance to College dining hall, checking out materials from library
and for admission to most campus events. I.D.'s are made as a part of the registration pro-
cess; at other times students should go to the Student Life Office. There is a $15 charge to
replace an ID Card.

The College Bookstore is located under the Pitts Dining Hall. Textbooks, instructional materi-
als, and other personal items are available there.

Parking Permits

All vehicles used on campus must have a College parking permit. Permits are available from
the Business Office. If a student's car is being repaired, a temporary permit can be issued.
A more detailed set of parking regulations is issued to every student and may be found on
the College website. Students are expected to know the rules and park their cars inside the
white lines and not on the curbs.

Grades and Certification of Enrollment

The Registrar's Office will provide a copy of student's grades and will certify the enrollment
of students for insurance or scholarship purposes.

International Student Services

International students can find assistance in several offices. For help with documents, (I-20,
etc.) living arrangements, driver's license's, and personal problems, contact Katie Porter,
International Advisor at extension 8286.

I.D. Cards

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Finance Check

Cashing Service

The Bookstore will cash checks for currently enrolled students.
Financial Aid

The Office of Financial Aid is located in the Banks Building. They administer and coordi-
nate all major federal, state, institutional, and private agency assistance programs and
provide financial assistance and counseling to students who need help paying College
expenses. Sylvia Smith is the Director of Financial Aid.

Local Banks

There are several full-service banks in LaGrange and all will provide services to stu-
dents.

ARAMARK provides the food service program for students, faculty and staff at LaGrange
College. Resident students must present their ID card for admission to dining hall; commut-
ers and guests may use the dining hall on a cash basis.

Student Publications Policy

LaGrange College looks to its student publications to create an environment where discus-
sion can take place freely and responsibly. Whether issues addressed are academic, politi-
cal, or philosophical in nature, it is the responsibility of the student press to bring these issues
to the LaGrange College Community.

Because student publications are funded by the College, student editors must be aware that
[ LaGrange College could bear legal responsibility for the material they publish. Therefore,
the College grants freedom of expression to student publications with the understanding that
| journalistic integrity be upheld. Editors must avoid the use of attack on integrity, libel, inap-
propriate material, rumor and derogatory remarks.

I The Scroll

Once each year, The Scroll offers student-written features and departments focusing on the
creative arts at LaGrange College.

The Hilltop News

Throughout each semester, The Hilltop News offers student-written features and depart-
ments focusing on the news and views of students at LaGrange College.

CONTACT Programs

Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:15 a.m. are reserved for programs and presentations spon-
sored by various departments and units of the campus community. Students are encouraged
to take advantage of these opportunities to enhance their classroom experience. Please do
not schedule organizational meetings during these hours.

LaGrange College values individuals' privacy and actively seeks to preserve the privacy
rights of those who share information with us. Your trust is important to us and we believe you
have the right to know how information submitted to the College is handled.

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LaGrange College does not use Social Security Numbers as a primary way to identify con-
stituents. Instead, a unique identifier called the L# will be assigned to all LaGrange College
constituents. The L# will be used across all applications, and many business processes
throughout the life-time of an individual's association with the College. This step is critical in
the continuing efforts to reduce the risk of identity theft for the campus community.

The full policy concerning the use of Social Security Numbers at LaGrange College can be
found in the policies section of the Instructional and Information Technology (ITT) website
linked from the PantherNet homepage (http://panther.lagrange.edu).

LaGrange College is dedicated to preventing unauthorized data access, maintaining data ac-
curacy, and ensuring the appropriate use of information. We strive to put in place appropriate
physical, electronic, and managerial safeguards to secure the information we collect.

In general, all present and past students have the right to personally review their own educa-
tional records for information and to determine the accuracy of these records. It is the policy
of the College that information contained in official student records will not be released to the
parent or guardian without the consent of the student unless the student is a dependent of
the parent or guardian as defined under section 1 52 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1 954 or
the student authorizes the release to the parent or guardian. A photo ID or other equivalent
documentation, or personal recognition by the custodian of record will be required before
access is gained.

LaGrange College assures the confidentiality of student educational records in accordance
with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.

Exception to Access Rights

Students do not have access to:

1. personal notes of administrative, faculty, or supervisory personnel which are not ac-
cessible to or revealed to other parties;

2. financial information of parents;

3. confidential letter of recommendation placed in files before January 1 , 1 975, or those
where student has waived right to access, or

4. medical, psychiatric or psychological data recorded by professionals or paraprofes-
sionals solely for their own use in treatment of the student: however, a physician or
other appropriate professional of the student's choice can review such records.

Student Consent Prior to Records Release

Student educational record information will not be transmitted to third parties outside the Col-
lege without the student's written consent, with the following exceptions:

1. Public Information: Student's name, address, telephone listing, academic major, dates
of attendance, awards received, participation in officially recognized activities, and sports,
weight and heights of athletic team members. This information will be released to anyone
requesting it. Information which can be released to the public on any student is name, class,
major, date of attendance; degree earned; awards received; local and permanent address,
and telephone number. The above-cited information will not be released if a student notifies
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2. To parents if the student is financially dependent upon the parent (IRS code definition). The
burden of identifying such dependency rests with the student or parent.

3. Information concerning application for or receipt of financial aid, which may be released to
official agencies involved in decisions on aid allocations.

4. Information released to College officials with a legitimate educational interest.

5. Information required by federal or state agencies as specifically provided by law.

6. Information needed in connection with an emergency to protect the health or safety of the
student or other persons, as authorized by Department of Education regulations.

Types of Records Maintained

Examples of "educational records" maintained on a student may include but are not neces-
sarily limited to, the following:

Academic

Admission data, courses attempted, grades, dates of enrollment, degrees awarded,
academic hours and awards received - Registrar's Office.

Alumni

Personal, educational, and professional data, contributions and gifts - Alumni Office and
Advancement Office.

Athletics

Intercollegiate participation data - Athletic Department and Public Relations Office.
Conduct

Disciplinary records, law violation - Student Development Office.
Employment

Student employment information and opportunity profiles W-2 cards - Student Financial
Aid Office.

Financial

Student's (Parent's) confidential statements, Financial Aid data - Student Financial Aid
Office. Charges, payments, delinquent accounts - Business Office.

General

Directory information, correspondence, biographical data - office of record to which in-
formation was provided or correspondence addressed.
Health

Medical - Clark-Holder Clinic
Psychological - Counseling Center

Recommendations

Personal evaluation, academic evaluation, employment evaluations - office of record for
type of evaluation made.

Relationship of Disciplinary Records to Academic Records

Conduct records, disciplinary records, and law violations are kept in the Student Life
Office. These files are separate from academic transcripts and are confidential as noted
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In extreme cases where suspension or expulsion for non-academic reasons is involved,
an overlay will be placed on the academic transcripts for as long as the function is en-
forced. This overlay reads:

This transcript reflects only the academic record of the student; this student currently
is not in good standing and further information should be requested from the Student
Life Office.

Records in the Student Life Office are maintained for a period of four years following the
date of graduation. A student may request to have his/her disciplinary record destroyed. The
record will be evaluated and the Dean of Student Affairs will make decision concerning the
keeping or destruction of that record. Records of students who have serious offenses or two
or more offenses will not be destroyed until four years after the student's graduation date.
Records of students who are expelled are permanent.

LaGrange is committed to a policy of treating all members of the College Community fairly in
regard to their personal and professional concerns.

The primary objective of a student grievance procedure is to insure that concerns are prompt-
ly dealt with and resolution reached in a fair and just manner. It is essential that each student
be given adequate opportunity to bring complaints and problems to the attention of College
administration with the assurance that each will be given fair treatment.

A grievance is defined as dissatisfaction occurring when a student feels or thinks that any
condition affecting him/her is unjust, inequitable, or creates unnecessary hardship. Such
grievances include, but are not limited to, the following: Academic problems (excluding
grades), mistreatment by any College employee, incorrect assessment of fees, records and
registration errors, student employment and discrimination because of race, national origin,
sex, marital status, religion, age, or handicap.

Grievance Procedure

The initial phase of the student grievance procedure normally requires an oral discussion be-
tween the student and the person(s) alleged to have caused the grievance in order to discuss
and resolve the grievance. The meeting should be held as soon as the student first becomes
aware of the act or conditions that is the basis for the grievance. If the student decides not
to meet with the person(s) alleged to have caused the grievance, or consider the response
to this discussion to be unsatisfactory and feels that the grievance still exists, the grievance
should be put in writing and filed with the next level supervisor as outlined below:

Nature of Grievance-Order of Contact

Academic Problems (Excluding grades and academic progress)

1) Instructor

2) Department Chair

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Purpose

Definition

Academic Records and Registration

1) College Registrar

2) Provost

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Athletics Program Student-athlete

1) The coach of the student's sport

2) Athletic Director

3) President

Payment and assessment of registration fees, fines, and other indebtedness to the College.

1) Student Accounts/Business Office

2) VP of Management

3) President

Traffic and Parking

1 ) Business Office representative

Housing

1) Resident Advisor

2) Residence Director

3) Dean of Student Affairs

Racial Discrimination

1) Alleged aggrieving party

2) Dean of Student Affairs

3) Provost

Discrimination Based on Disability

1) Alleged aggrieving party

2) Pamela Tremblay, Personal and Academic Counselor

3) Provost

Sex Discrimination

1) Alleged aggrieving party

2) Dean of Student Affairs

3) Provost

Harassment

1) Alleged aggrieving party

2) Dean of Student Affairs

3) Provost

Grievance Appeal Procedure

Any student who is not satisfied with the response after utilizing the administrative channels
outlined above should present the grievance in written form to the Provost or the President
with a copy to the individual(s) complained about.

At the time the student presents the Provost or President with the written grievance, he/she
will be provided two options for achieving final resolution of the problem.

1 The student may choose to have the Provost or President decide the disposition of
the grievance; or

2.The student may choose to have one of the appeals/review committees to investigate
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PART II

Residence Life Regulations

LaGrange College Residency Requirement

The LaGrange College Residency Requirement states that all traditional day students taking
twelve hours or more must live in college housing. We believe that living on campus is a big part
of a student's total educational experience. While living on campus, students are much more
likely to have contact with faculty outside their classes, much more likely to attend or participate
in extracurricular activities, much more likely to interact with an older peer who has faced similar
dilemmas concerning majors, courses, assignments, careers, grad schools, an intellectual idea,
personal relationships, and other facets of college life. As students mature, they will, in turn,
have opportunity to have a profound peer influence on younger students. In the end, we strongly
believe that every student benefits from that experience.

Students may be exempt from the Residency Requirement for one of the following reasons:

The student is 23 years of age or older.

The student is married and living with spouse.

The student is responsible for a dependent child.

The student is a veteran with at least two years of active military service.

The student resides exclusively with parents or legal guardians in the parents' primary
residence within a thirty-mile radius of the College.

If a student loses a roommate during the fall semester or (regardless of reason, whether that
roommate left the College or simply moved to another room), the remaining student must have
a new roommate by the first of spring semester or be charged the private/single room fee for
that spring semester. The student will be reminded of this policy via e-mail from the Student Life
Office. Letters explaining the situation will be sent to the student and his or her parents as well.
It is the student's responsibility to find a new roommate; however, the Student Life Office is glad
to assist in the search. To receive assistance in the search, the student should make an appoint-
ment with Ms. Kirby McCartney in the Student Life Office.

Room changes can be made with the approval of the Resident Director until the end of the
"Drop/Add" period. After this period, there can be no room changes until after the 10th day of
classes each academic term. All room changes made after the "Drop/Add" period incur a charge
of $25.00. Room changes not approved through the Student Life Office or the Resident Director
are in direct violation of residence hall policy, and the person involved in such a room change
may be referred to Dean of Student Affairs, and/or fined $75.00, and/or be required to move to
the former room assignment immediately.

Room Deposit

A $200.00 Room Deposit ($100.00 to be credited toward the student's tuition) is required of all
new resident students. The $100 deposit is not a prepayment to be applied to residence hall
charges, but will remain on deposit with the College to be refunded, provided there is no damage
and the student's account with the College is cleared upon one of the following conditions: (1)
change of status from resident student to commuter student, (2) formal withdrawal, or (3) gradu-
ation. The $100.00 deposit is refundable, provided that no damage has occurred in the resident's
room, and the resident can turn in a Deposit Return Request to their Resident Director or to the
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The deposit serves as a room reservation while the student is not occupying College housing
and is refundable if a student cancels his/her reservation by the following dates: May 1st for fall
semester, December 1st for interim/spring semesters. The deposit serves as a damage deposit
while a student is occupying College housing and is refundable when the student leaves College
housing minus any unpaid debt owed to the College.

Refunds of Room and Board

No refund for room or board will be made to any student who withdraws from the residence
halls after registration. For a student withdrawing from College, a charge of $15.00 per
day from date of registration to date of official withdrawal will be made on board.

Residence Halls Staff

The Residence Hall Staff have been employed and trained by the College to assist you in
making an effective adjustment to residential living and to contribute leadership and supervi-
sion to the residence halls. They are available to listen, advise and encourage residents and
to facilitate and stimulate hall activities. RAs and Resident Hall Directors are also represen-
tatives of the College administration and have responsibilities for rule enforcement. Please
cooperate with the staff in supporting College standards and regulations.

Residence Hall Directors

Candler Hall, Ms. Glenda Turner 880-8820

Boatwright Hall, Mr. Chris Daniel 880-8360

Hawkes Hall, Ms. Kirby McCartney 880-8420

Henry Hall, Ms. Mary Wilson 880-8470

Hawkins Hall, Ms. Veronica Drasher 880-4800

The Resident Advisors' numbers are posted in the lobby of each building. Resident Advisors
are selected each spring semester for the upcoming academic year. For more information
please contact the resident director of the building you want to work in or the Dean of Student
Affairs.

Throughout the semester, members of the Residence Hall Staff have responsibility for resi-
dence hall coverage every night on a rotating basis. Each weekend staffing will include the
RAs on duty plus a Resident Director. The "on call" duty schedule is posted outside each RDs
door. Please refer to this schedule when in need of assistance.

Missing Student Notification Policy

In accordance with the requirements of the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008, Sec-
tion 485 (j), LaGrange College follows these guidelines concerning missing students who
reside in campus housing.

Residence students will be informed (at the beginning of fall and spring semesters) that they
have the option to identify an individual that the College can contact within 24 hours after the
time that a student has been determined to be missing by the designated officials authorized
to make that determination, specifically the Resident Director and Dean of Student Affairs.
The confidential contact may be the person designated by the student in addition to the
designated emergency contact. In cases where a student has not designated a separate
missing person contact, the emergency contact on record will be notified.

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parent or guardian no later than 24 hours after the time the student has been officially deter-
mined to be missing.

A student is determined to be missing when the College's Residence Life staff (including
Resident Advisors, Resident Directors, and the Dean of Student Affairs) verify that the report
information is credible and that the circumstances warrant declaring the student as miss-
ing. Once a student is determined to be missing, the Dean of Student Affairs will contact
the student's designated contact. In addition, the Dean of Student Affairs will also notify the
LaGrange Police Department.

At the beginning of each semester, the Residence Life staff will collect the following informa-
tion from each residence student:

Student's full legal name

LC ID #

Residence Hall and Room Number

Student's cell phone number

The name and relationship of the person(s) the student wants to be contacted
A home and/or cell phone number for that contact person(s)

An email address for that contact person(s)

A home address for that person(s)

The student is responsible for keeping this contact information updated and accurate.
This information will be kept confidential and on file in the Student Life Office.

Visitation Policy

LaGrange College has adopted a policy allowing students/persons of the opposite sex to
visit together in the living area of any residence hall on a limited basis. Sunday-Thursday
12:00 p.m. -12:00 a.m. Friday-Saturday 12:00 p.m. -2:00 a.m. Rest rooms are off-limits to
visiting members of the opposite sex at all times. Quiet time is from 1 0:00 p.m. to 9:00 a.m. At
all times the rights of a student's roommate must be respected. All suspected violations will
be reported to the Dean of Student Affairs. Consequences range from a written warning to
possible suspension depending on individual circumstances and the frequency of violations.

Residence Hall Closings

Billing for a residence hall room covers the period from the beginning of a semester to the
end of the semester (both fall and spring) and the period from beginning of a summer term
to the end of that summer term (both sessions). When students find that they need to stay
in their residence hall room during a period when the hall is officially closed (usually Thanks-
giving, Christmas, and Spring Breaks), the student must get permission from the Dean of
Student Affairs. The College will bill the student $90 per week.

During the week between Graduation and the beginning of summer school, all residence
halls will be closed and every student is expected to be out of his or her room. NO EXCEP-
TIONS. This is the one week of the year that National has unhampered access to all rooms
in order to clean thoroughly and make needed repairs. Students are expected to make alter-
nate arrangements for both themselves and their belongings for that one week.

Students who choose to move into their residence hall rooms before their official move-in
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Dorm Damages and Fines Policy

Property damage and mistreatment of the residence halls are a real concern to both the
residents and the Student Life Office. Costs of damages can compromise the safety, security,
and comfort of students in the building. In addition, they can also affect the cost of students'
housing bills.

Therefore, students will be charged for any damage to fixtures or furnishings within their
room. Damage that cannot be attributed to a single student will be divided among room-
mates. Likewise, damages that occur in the common rooms of an apartment will be charged
to all roommates. In addition, rooms that require more than the usual cleaning by the house-
keeping staff will be fined accordingly.

Resident Advisors and Resident Directors will attempt to record such damages and fines
during Health and Safety Inspections and the year-end check-out process. However, some
damages and fines may not be recorded until students have moved our and National Main-
tenance conducts a more through check of rooms and apartments. Students are responsible
for the condition of their room and apartment at all times!

The College will not be liable when a student causes damage to his or other students' proper-
ty. Students are encouraged to ascertain that their possessions are covered by their parents'
or guardians' homeowner's insurance or to purchase renter's insurance.

Fines Policy

Students may be fined by the Dean of Student Affairs or the Social Council as a result of
violations of the College social policies and the consequent disciplinary action. Most fines are
specified in the Student Handbook. Fines are not initially attached to the students' College
account; instead, the fines must be paid separately by the student in the Business Office.
Once paid, the Business Office will inform the Dean of Student Affairs. Students have until
the last day of the semester to pay fines. All fines unpaid by this date will double and be
added to the student's College account. Students will not receive diplomas or transcripts with
unpaid fines on their accounts.

Trespass Policy

The College enforces the Georgia Trespass Law, which makes it unlawful to interfere with
students and teachers, to loiter about College premises, or to act in an obnoxious manner on
these premises. Please be advised that any visitor on the campus comes within the jurisdic-
tion of this policy and is subject to arrest.

Guest Policy

In an effort to clarify the regulations concerning guests, the following guidelines have been
established:

1 . A guest is a non-resident who is in a hall and has a resident host or hostess.

2. Guests will be expected to follow all policies of LaGrange College. Hosts or hostesses
are responsible and held accountable for their guests.

3. Keys will not be issued to guests.

4. Violators of this policy are subject to disciplinary action.

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SAFETY

LaGrange College is a small, friendly campus with little crime and fewer of the safety prob-
lems that plague larger schools. However, there are policies which help keep our community
a safe environment for all of us:

Unwanted Individuals on Campus: If a person who is not a student or employee of the
College and who is not required by his or her employment to be on the campus is deemed
as committing any act that interferes with the peaceful conduct or activities of the College,
or if it is determined that this person has come onto College property to commit such acts,
the administrators of the College - or any employee or student designated to maintain order
- may direct the person to leave College property immediately. If the person refuses or in
any way fails to vacate campus property, he or she will be guilty of criminal trespass and the
LaGrange Police Department will be contacted.

Doors: Security of the residence halls is the responsibility of all residents. Students must
refrain from propping open outside doors or loaning keys to others in order to maximize build-
ing security and residents' safety. Also, propping open of the fire doors inside the hallways is
prohibited. It is recommended that students lock the doors to their rooms when leaving the
room. Stolen property is not the responsibility of the College.

Fire Safety: Open flames including burning charcoal, burning candles, and oil lamps, etc.,
are not permitted in College housing. Incense sticks or similar devices are also prohibited.
Smoking is prohibited in all buildings on campus.

Roofs and ledges are off limits.

Windows: Objects are not to be propelled out of any window and articles are not to be
placed on exterior window ledges. A fine may be assessed for students who sit in window
ledges or commit acts of horseplay around windows. Repeated violations of this rule could
lead to disciplinary action against a student.

Elevators and other electrical equipment are not to be tampered with.

Animals: Animals may not be kept on College property. Any violation of this policy will result
in removal of the animal and a $50 fine. Subsequent violations will be turned over to the
Social Council. The only exception to this policy is aquarium fish. The aquariums are limited
to a maximum of 20 gallons and must be cleaned regularly.

Therapy animals will be allowed only with the permission of the Dean of Student Affairs and
with a written verification from a licensed therapist. Students with approved therapy animals
will e required to pay a $500 damage deposit in advance; they will be required to live on the
first floor of Henry Hall. If rooms are not available, the student may be placed on a waiting
list.

Bicycles and Motorcycles: Bicycles and motorcycles are not to be left in hallways, stair-
wells, or exit areas; this is a violation of the fire code and they will be removed. It is recom-
mended that you lock your bike to a bicycle rack, or keep it in your room when not in use.
Motorcycles must be parked in a designated parking place.

Cooking: The cooking and preparation of food is not permitted in the residence halls, except
in the apartment-style dorms.

Electric Appliances: Residence halls have definite limits on the capacities of their electri-
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may be possessed or used in the residence halls that uses over 500 watts. Examples of
approved appliances are electric fans, radios, computers, stereos, study lamps, shavers,
curling irons, blankets, typewriters, clocks, sewing machines, and TVs. Students may have
one small refrigerator per room no bigger than 5 cubic feet inside capacity. Unapproved ap-
pliances include sunlamps, coffee makers, space heaters, hot plates, grills, electric fry pans,
woks, crock pots, musical instrument amplifying equipment, toasters, ovens, microwaves,
and air conditioners. Hair dryers can be used; however, no other appliance should be using
the same outlet during usage. All appliances with an exposed heating element, regardless of
wattage, are prohibited.

Microwaves: Microwaves are permitted in the lounge area of the residence halls. A micro-
wave is provided in a designated place in each dormitory. Students found having a micro-
wave will be asked to remove them from their rooms.

Firearms/Fireworks: Students are not permitted to possess or use firearms or fireworks
on College property. The possession of ammunition is also prohibited. This policy includes
air-soft and pellet guns.

Maintenance/Health and Safety Inspection: Please report any maintenance or safety
problems that develop to the Resident Advisor on your floor as soon as it occurs. The RA
will email the information to the Maintenance Department and will follow up to assure that
the problem is corrected. Health and Safety Inspections are performed periodically. These
inspections by the Residence Staff are for the purpose of making the student aware that
his/her room should be kept clean and in good order no health or safety hazards present.

Note: Because of problems with mold in the past, individual room refrigerators are also sub-
ject to Health and Safety inspections.

Periodic inspections will be made by two staff members, and a written notice will be pre-
sented to the student if violations are present. Re-checks will be made to determine if these
violations have been corrected, and fines will be assessed when violations have not been
corrected. Vacuum cleaners and brooms are available from the RD's to assist students in
keeping their rooms clean.

Fire/Tornado Drills

To promote safety of residents, there are periodic drills in all residence halls, and all students
are required to participate. Instructions are posted throughout the buildings. Please read
carefully the following instructions:

Fire alarm: When the alarm sounds -

1 . Dress appropriately for outside weather conditions, wear hard-soled shoes, and take
a towel to prevent smoke inhalation.

2. Close all windows. Leave door unlocked so it can be checked.

3. Leave the building by the closest exit. Do not use the elevator.

4. Students will not be allowed to re-enter building until the drill ceases.

5. Remain calm and orderly.

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Tornado Drill Alert: When you are notified of warning

1 . Move quickly to the interior hallway of the lowest floor of your building (unless notified
of other designated locations).

2. Do not use elevator, but descend by the stairway

3. Stay away from windows.

4. Remain calm and orderly until notification to return to your room. Please refer to the
Health and Safety web site at www.lagrange.edu/healthandsafety/

All student rooms have phone jacks. Hawkes Hall, Henry Hall and Pitts Hall have one jack
per room. Boatwright Hall, Candler Hall, Turner Hall and Hawkins Hall have two jacks per
room. There is no charge for local service; students will need to supply the phone set and
caller identification box, if preferred.

Students can call other LaGrange College residents' rooms by dialing the last four digits of
the room number. Local off campus calls require a prefix number of 9. Emergency Services
can be reached by dialing 9-911 or 91 1 .

The carrying and use of cell phones and other electronic communication devices are allowed
on the LaGrange College campus. Users of these devices, however, must be attentive to
needs and sensibilities of the members of the College community. Furthermore, the use of
theses devices must not disrupt the functions of the College.

Devices must be off or ringers silenced in classes, laboratories, the library, study spaces and
other academic settings and during events such as plays, concerts, speakers and College
ceremonies. The term "laboratories" explicitly includes computer laboratory spaces. Answer-
ing or operating the device during classes, laboratories, meetings or events is only appropri-
ate in case of emergency. If the device must be answered, the user must move to a location
where the class, laboratory, library patrons, etc., will not be disrupted before making use of
the device.

Nuisance/Obscene Phone Calls: It is against the law in the State of Georgia for a person
to use abusive, vulgar, or profane language on the telephone or to cause a breech of the
peace by use of the telephone. If you receive an obscene phone call do not engage the
caller in conversation; look at your caller I.D. box and write down the information then simply
hang up. Record the time you received the call and any background noise you hear and/or
any identifying voice characteristics (accent, phrasing, etc.). Report the call to your Resident
Director. If calls persist, unplug the phone line for a limited time to prevent it from ringing. All
obscene calls should be reported so that if a pattern develops or chain calling occurs, the
police can be notified. Your cooperation with the Residence Staff will assist in providing you
the best possible living environment.

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REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES

(1) Opening of Halls - Residence Halls open the day before registration. The first
meal served is the evening meal prior to Registration Day.

(2) Furniture - Rooms are furnished with beds, desks, chairs, closets, and blinds. Fur-
niture must remain in the room where the College has placed it. Lobby furniture is
not for use in individual rooms and should not be removed. Moving furniture carries
an automatic fine of $25.00.

(3) Electrical - Electric outlets should be maintained at a one to one ratio in relation
to the number of electric units plugged into the outlet at anytime. Students are
required to use heavy-duty extension cords, or adapters approved by Underwriters
Laboratories. Extension cords can be used for just one appliance at a time. Stu-
dents must maintain a one plug per one receptacle ratio at all times. Please consult
your Resident Director if you have questions about the use of any other appliance
or equipment.

(4) Waterbeds and Lofts - Waterbeds and Lofts are not permitted in any residence
hall.

(5) Closing of Halls - Residence Halls are closed during Christmas Break and the
week between spring semester and summer term.

NOTE: Graduating Seniors may stay in their rooms until 5:00 pm the day after
Graduation. Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors may stay in their rooms until
graduation only with permission from the Dean of Students; they must be moved
out of the room by 5:00 pm the day of Graduation. Students staying beyond the
deadline or without expressed permission will be fined a minimum of $30 per day.

(6) Residence Hall Keys - The key deposit is covered in the damage deposit. Should
a key be lost or stolen through the personal negligence of the student, the compro-
mised lock must be changed at a cost of $25.00 to the student. Should the key be
lost or stolen, or broken through circumstances beyond the control of the student, a
replacement key will be provided for $1 .00. Keys must be returned to the Resident
Director when the student checks out of his/her room. Duplication or possession of
unauthorized keys by a student is a violation.

(7) Breakage and unreasonable wear and tear - You and your roommate will be held
responsible for any breakage or unreasonable wear in your room. If responsibility
can be fixed upon a certain person, he/she will be expected to pay for the damage.
If such responsibility cannot be determined, both people will equally share the cost
of the repair or replacement.

(8) Clear Hallways - Safety requires that hallways be clear at all times. Therefore,
we cannot permit you to store luggage, ironing boards, bicycles, or other personal
belongings there.

(9) Wall Hangings - Check with Residence Director before hanging anything on walls
of your room. Use only approved hangers. Any item placed on walls, doors, furni-
ture, etc. that causes damage will subject you to a charge for the damage.

(10) Parental Visits - Parents may visit their sons or daughters at any time. Guests of
students must check in with the Residence Director. Maximum visit is limited to
three days. No guests under 12 years of age are allowed.

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(11) Laundry Facilities - Laundry facilities are available in every residence hall. If you
use these facilities, please show every consideration for others by removing laun-
dry as soon as the cycle is completed.

(12) Food - If you have food in your room, be certain that you store it in airtight contain-
ers or in refrigerators.

(13) Withdrawal - If you withdraw from the College, you must vacate your room within
24 hours and have your room inspected by the Residence Director or RA.

(14) Alcohol/Drugs - The possession or consumption of any alcoholic beverage is not
allowed on campus. We abide by the liquor laws of the State of Georgia. The same
applies to the illegal possession, use or sale of drugs.

(15) Room Transfer Fee - Moving with failure to check out results in a $75.00 charge.

(16) Noise Problems can be solved through consideration and cooperation. Amplified
sounds of any kind (radios, stereos, television) should not be played when some-
one else is trying to sleep in the room. Also, these sounds should not be heard out-
side of the room. Do not bounce balls inside the residence hall. Avoid yelling from
the windows or balconies, and remember your next door neighbor may not want to
join your party when you are having friends over, so keep the volume reasonable.

(17) Smoking Policy - Smoking is prohibited in the spaces of all of the Residence Halls.
Spaces are defined as student rooms, elevators, hallways, bathrooms, parlors,
lobbies, the Henry Computer Lab, the laundries and the staircases. LaGrange Col-
lege is a smoke free campus. Please do not smoke within 50 feet of the entrance
of each building.

(18) Cleaning Charges - Housekeeping reserves the privilege of fining students an
additional cleaning charge if students leave their room or apartments in a state
that requires extra time and effort to clean. The fine will be added to the student's
College account.

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FOOD SERVICE

ARAMARK operates the service at LaGrange College; a full-time manager is in charge of
preparing and serving 21 meals a week. Resident students are required to subscribe to the
board plan. This is an excellent plan that provides well-balanced nutritious meals. In the
case of special needs or medically prescribed diets, the food service manager will arrange
for special menus. Information on various meal plans is available in the Business Office.

LaGrange College endeavors to keep costs at a minimum while not compromising on qual-
ity; therefore, there are some regulations that are required to maintain a high quality food
service and keep cost low:

1 . Patrons may eat all they want while dining in the dining hall; however, no food
should be taken out. (Exceptions: ice-cream, and other menu items specified as
"take out").

2. If a meal is needed for a sick student, a request form for a take-out meal must be
submitted with the signature of the Dean of Students or Residence Hall Director.

3. No College-owned utensils plates, glasses, or other such items may be taken from
the dining hall.

4. Beverages may be taken out in paper or plastic containers (not to exceed 16 oz.).

5. No resident student is to allow a non-paying person to eat from his/her tray, nor
should they provide these individuals with dishes to serve themselves. These rules
are not meant to be limiting in any way to a student who has purchased the board
plan, but to eliminate waste and unnecessary cost.

The students of LaGrange College have always been considered friendly and warm, and
this characteristic has been very evident in the dining hall. Mealtime should be a pleasant,
relaxing break in the daily routine of classes and study. Students are expected to use good
manners and consideration in their behavior in the dining hall.

Attire: proper attire is required. This always includes shoes and shirts. No bathing suits.
No smoking area: The entire dining hall and serving area is considered a no smoking area.

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PART III

The Constitution of the
Student Government Association
of LaGrange College

PREAMBLE

Realizing the importance of the students' role in governing a share of campus affairs, we, the
students of LaGrange College in order to assume responsibility individually as well as within
our community, to enhance affairs, to facilitate communication, and to protect individual rights
while maintaining a standard of honor that is consistent with the ideals of this institution, do
hereby establish this Constitution of the Student Government Association of LaGrange Col-
lege.

In its pursuit of educating the whole person by challenging minds, inspiring souls and trans-
forming lives, LaGrange College encourages student participation within all realms of the
campus community; the College strives to include the student body in the development and
advancement of the Institution. Elected and appointed Student Government Association
officers provide resources for students' expression of views and opinions on issues of insti-
tutional policy.

Article I. Name

The name of the association shall be the Student Government Association (SGA).

Article II. Purpose

The purpose of the Student Government Association is to serve as a voice for the stu-
dent body while promoting diversity and involvement through activities, entertainment,
service, information technology, and sustainability at LaGrange College and in the sur-
rounding community.

Article III. Membership

Section 1. Membership in SGA shall be limited to persons officially connected with La-
Grange College as students.

Section 2. SGA does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national
origin, physical or mental handicap, age, status as a Vietnam Era veteran, or
sexuality in the selection of members.

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Section 3. The SGA is comprised of the Executive Council, the Senate, the Program-
ming Board (Panther Productions), the Service Council, the Sustainability
Committee, and the Information Technology Board.

Section 4. All students of LaGrange College are considered members of SGA.

Article IV. Officers

Section 1 . The officers of SGA shall be elected from the student body of LaGrange Col-
lege.

Section 2. The elected officers of SGA shall consist of President, Vice President of
Senate/Parliamentarian, Vice President of Entertainment, Vice President of
Service, Vice President of Information Technology, Vice President of Sus-
tainability, Secretary/Public Relations and Treasurer, which shall serve as
the Executive Council.

Section 3. The purpose of the Executive Council is to represent the student body by be-
ing a resource through which students can express their opinions, facilitate
change, organize events on campus, and connect with the LaGrange com-
munity.

A. The cumulative GRA requirement for a person seeking and holding an
Executive Council position will be a 2.6; failure to maintain the qualifying
GPAwill result in removal of office.

B. Executive council candidates must have been enrolled at LaGrange
College at least one semester prior to the elections for Executive Coun-
cil.

a. Students seeking offices of any Vice President position must be ei-
ther a junior or senior in the year they serve or have served on SGA
for one year.

b. Students seeking the office of President must have served as an
Executive Council member for at least one year and be a junior or
senior in the year they serve, unless special permission is granted
by the current Executive Council and Director of Student Activities &
Service.

C. All members of the Executive Council must be active participants of the
LaGrange College Leadership Certificate Program.

a. Students seeking the office of President must be currently enrolled
in the Bronze Level of the Leadership Certificate Program.

b. Students seeking the office of any Vice President, Secretary, or
Treasurer must either be currently enrolled in the Bronze Level of
the Leadership Certificate Program or enroll in the Bronze Level of
the Leadership Certificate Program during the year they serve.

c. The SGA President and Director of Student Activities and Service
reserve the right to remove these stipulations if it is determined that
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D. The Executive Council meets weekly to handle the business of SGA.
A quorum of at least 5 Executive Council members must be present to
conduct official business.

E. All members must sign a confidentiality agreement at the first Executive
Council meeting of each academic year.

F. Executive Council members are expected to attend all Executive Coun-
cil and SGA meetings. The attendance at the SGA functions is deter-
mined by the Executive Council at the first Executive Council meeting of
the academic year.

G. Absence excuses must be submitted to the SGA President.
Section 4. Officer Duties

A. President

1 . The President will preside over all meetings of the SGA and Execu-
tive Council. He/she votes only in the case of a tie.

2. If the President wishes to side with an issue and vote for it, he/she
may yield the chair to a Vice President.

3. He/she schedules all meetings of the SGA and may call special
meetings to accomplish specific goals. He/she may call meetings of
the entire student body or any part of it.

4. He/she may create ad hoc committees and standing committees.

5. He/she serves as an ex-officio member of all committees within the
SGA.

6. He/she serves as an ex-officio member to the College's Board of
Trustees, Institutional Planning Council, Leadership Council, Alumni
Council, the Student Affairs Committee of the Faculty, Honor Council
Appeals Board, and any other committee deemed applicable by the
Cabinet of LaGrange College.

7. The President serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the SGA and
ensures that all duties of the SGA members are carried out in ac-
cordance to the SGA Constitution.

8. The President communicates frequently with administrative officials
informing them of the concerns of the SGA and student opinion. The
President may appoint another member of the SGA to fulfill his com-
munication if deemed necessary and appropriate.

9. The President shall serve as the chair of the Presidents' Council of
Student Organizations of LaGrange College.

10. The President shall participate in the Silver Certificate Level of the
Leadership Certificate Program of LaGrange College during his/her
term as President.

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1. The Vice President of Senate/Parliamentarian is the presiding Of-
ficer of the Senate.

2. The Vice President of Senate/Parliamentarian holds bi-monthly Sen-
ate meetings.

3. He/she reports Senate meeting minutes and decisions to the Execu-
tive Council and SGA.

4. The Vice President of Senate/Parliamentarian coordinates, under
the supervision of the Director of Student Activities & Service, the
Austin P. Cook Student Organization of the Year Award.

5. The Vice President of Senate/Parliamentarian oversees all activities
carried out by the Senate of the SGA.

6. The Vice President of Senate/Parliamentarian must be knowledge-
able of Robert's Rules of Order and parliamentary procedure; he/
she makes sure these procedures are carried out properly at the
SGA meetings. At the beginning of each year, he/she presents these
procedures to the SGA so they can understand the rules and act ac-
cordingly.

7. He/she maintains order at all SGA and Executive Council meetings.

8. He/she administers all student polls and SGA elections.

9. He/she will be responsible for annual events open to the student
body, alumni, or community. These events may include, but are not
limited to, summer orientations, activities fair, Homecoming, and
May Day.

10. The Vice President of Senate/Parliamentarian shall investigate the
qualifications of candidates seeking Executive Council offices.

1 1 . He/she investigates the qualifications of all SGA members at the be-
ginning of each semester.

12. In the absence of the Secretary, the Vice President of Senate/Parlia-
mentarian conducts all secretarial duties.

13. The Vice President of Senate/Parliamentarian shall participate in the
Leadership Certificate Program of LaGrange College during his/her
term.

C. Vice President of Entertainment

1. The Vice President of Entertainment is the presiding Officer of the
Programming Board (Panther Productions).

2. The Vice President of Entertainment holds bi-monthly Programming
Board meetings.

3. He/she reports Programming Board meeting minutes and decisions
to the Executive Council and the SGA.

4. He/she oversees all activities carried out by the Programming Board
of the SGA.

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5. The Vice President of Entertainment shall participate in the Leader-
ship Certificate Program of LaGrange College during his/her term.

D. Vice President of Service

1 . The Vice President of Service is the presiding Officer of the Service
Council.

2. The Vice President of Service holds bi-monthly Service Council
meetings.

3. He/she reports Service Council meeting minutes and decisions to
the Executive Council and the SGA.

4. The Vice President of Service maintains a relationship and commu-
nications with the Graduate Assistant for Service.

5. He/she will maintain an annual calendar of service events that are
being held at LaGrange College and work as a coordinator of the
SGA's campus-wide effort to serve the community.

6. He/she will compile a semesterly service record of all student orga-
nizations.

7. He/she oversees all activities carried out by the Service Council of
the SGA.

8. The Vice President of Service shall participate in the Leadership
Certificate Program of LaGrange College during his/her term.

E. Vice President of Information Technology

1 . The Vice President of Information Technology is the presiding Officer
of the Information Technology Board.

2. The Vice President of Information Technology holds bi-monthly Infor-
mation Technology Board meetings.

3. He/she is responsible for reporting Information Technology Board
meeting minutes and decisions to the Executive Council and the
SGA.

4. He/she serves as the liaison to the Department of Information Tech-
nology.

5. He/she oversees all activities carried out by the Information Technol-
ogy Board.

6. The Vice President of Information Technology shall participate in the
Leadership Certificate Program of LaGrange College during his/her
term.

F. Vice President of Sustainability

1. The Vice President of Sustainability is the presiding Officer of the
Sustainability Committee.

2. The Vice President of Sustainability holds bi-monthly Sustainability
Committee meetings.

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3. He/she is responsible for reporting Sustainability Committee meet-
ing minutes to the Executive Council and the SGA.

4. The Vice President of Sustainability will work to improve the overall
effort to be a more sustainable campus through awareness, events,
and other opportunities.

5. He/she serves as the liaison to the administrative Sustainability
Council.

6. He/she oversees all activities carried out by the Sustainability Com-
mittee.

7. The Vice President of Sustainability shall participate in the Leader-
ship Certificate Program of LaGrange College during his/her term.

G. Secretary/Public Relations

1 . The Secretary/Public Relations records the minutes of all Executive
Council and SGA meetings and submits these minutes by email to
all members of the appropriate group for their review and approval
at the following meeting. These minutes must be kept on file.

2. He/she maintains the roll of all current SGA members and records
attendance of members at SGA meetings. He/she informs the SGA
of attendance requirements. In the case of membership attendance
violations, he/she informs the SGA member in violation, the Presi-
dent, and the Vice President of the committee, council, or board on
which the member serves of the violation.

3. He/she informs and reminds members of meeting dates and loca-
tions.

4. He/she shall serve as the Secretary of the Presidents' Council of
Student Organizations of LaGrange College.

5. The Secretary/Public Relations shall participate in the Leadership
Certificate Program of LaGrange College during his/her term.

H. Treasurer

1 . The Treasurer handles all money of the SGA. No money can be
spent without the consent of the Treasurer and Director of Student
Activities & Service.

2. The Treasurer tracks the balances, maintains all finances, and pres-
ents the balances at the Executive Council and SGA meetings.

3. He/she is the liaison to the Business Office.

4. He/she processes all checks for the SGA.

5. He/she serves on the Presidents' Council of Student Organizations
of LaGrange College.

6. He/she serves as the Chair of the Student Organization Assistance
Program Committee.

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7. The Treasurer shall participate in the Leadership Certificate Pro-
gram of LaGrange College during his/her term.

I. All officers will work direction with the Director of Student Activities &
Service.

J. All officers shall attend all SGA sponsored events and activities.

Article V. Committees, Councils, and Boards

Section 1. Committees, Councils, and Boards are established with the purpose of ful-

filling the mission and vision of the SGA. The committees, councils, and/or
boards consist of Senate, Programming, Service, Sustainability, and Infor-
mation Technology.

A. The cumulative GPAfor a student seeking a committee, council, or board
position is a 2.6; failure to maintain the qualifying GPA results in a proba-
tionary period of one semester. If a student fails to meet the qualifying
GPA for a consecutive semester, the student will be removed from the
SGA roster.

B. The maximum number of members for all committees, councils, and
boards is 20.

C. All committee, council, and board members are required to attend bi-
monthly meetings. The Vice President of the respective committee,
council, or board will schedule these meetings.

D. All committee, council, and board members are required to attend bi-
monthly meetings of the SGA.

A. Each class of students has 5 representatives elected as Senators. With-
in each class body there will be one President, one Vice President, and
3 Representatives.

B. Senate positions that become vacant in the middle of the academic year
will be filled by the following application process. Students interested in
filling the vacancy must submit an application to the Vice President for
Senate/Parliamentarian. The Vice President for Senate/Parliamentar-
ian must present the application to the Executive Council for a vote. A
2/3 majority vote is required for the application to be passed on to the
SGA, who must approve the application with a 2/3 vote for the student
to be elected.

C. The Senate makes recommendations concerning student opinions and
suggestions regarding campus affairs and improvements to the SGA
President, which are passed on to the College Administration and the
Board of Trustees.

D. The Senate plans and implements annual events including, but not lim-
ited to: activities fair, Homecoming, Quadrangle Formal, Halloween on
the Hill, Christmas on the Hill, Vegas on the Hill, May Day, etc.

Section 2. Senate

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Section 3. Programming Board (Panther Productions)

A. The Programming Board plans and executes all programming to which
the Programming Board is assigned.

B. The Programming Board creates safe and diverse programming for the
LaGrange College community.

C. The number of Programming Board functions per semester is deter-
mined by the Programming Board with the assistance of the Director of
Student Activities and Service.

D. The Programming Board collaborates with the Department of Student
Life to provide programming during First Week.

A. The Service Council is responsible for planning and coordinating the
selection of Faculty Member of the Year Award and Staff Member of the
Year Award.

B. The Service Council coordinates at least one service and/or awareness-
based event a month throughout the academic year.

Section 5. The Information Technology Board facilitates all events and activities deter-
mined by the Vice President of Information Technology.

Section 6. Sustainability Committee

A. The Sustainability Committee facilitates all events and activities deter-
mined by the Vice President of Sustainability.

B. The Sustainability Committee collaborates with the administrative Sus-
tainability Council to further sustainable efforts on campus.

Section 7. Ad Hoc committees are formed for a specific purpose and may not last for
longer than one academic year.

Section 8. Standing Committees are created by the SGA or the President of the SGA
which is deemed necessary for longer than one academic year.

Article VI. Elections, Appointments, Impeachments, Resignations

Section 1 . Elections

A. The Vice President of Senate/Parliamentarian will set all procedures re-
garding elections. The SGA President will oversee the implementation
of these procedures.

B. The deadline for applications is 5:00 p.m. on the day set by the Vice
President of Senate/Parliamentarian.

1 . Executive Council Elections

Section 4.

Service Council

i.

The date(s) of election for these Officers is determined by the
Executive Council.

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4.

5.

6.

7.

ii. The Oath of Office shall be administered to the new Executive
Council Officers during May Day. The outgoing President will
administer the Oath of Office to the incoming President, and
the incoming President will then administer the Oath of Of-
fice to the rest of the incoming Executive Council. The Oath
of Office is as follows: "I (full name), affirm that I will uphold
the Constitution, as well as the mission and vision, of the La-
Grange College Student Government Association and pledge
myself to the faithful execution of my office."

2. Senate Elections

i. Senate elections, with the exception of Freshmen Senate
elections, occur during Executive Council elections.

ii. Freshmen Senate elections, as well as those elections for
positions not filled by the spring elections, occurs the third
Thursday of the following September.

iii. Separate ballots shall be prepared in Senator elections for
each class.

iv. For nomination and voting purposes, class standings are de-
termined by the Office of the Registrar.

v. Voters may only vote the appropriate ballot of their class. Vot-
ers mark their ballot for one President, one Vice President,
and three Representatives. The five candidates with the
most votes are the winners.

Every candidate, whether or not they are being opposed, must cam-
paign for their position beginning no later than a week prior to the elec-
tions.

The Director of Student Activities and Service investigates candidates'
GPAs to verify his/her qualifications for office. By submitting an election
application, a student consents to verification of his/her GPA.

If the voting procedure is carried out with paper ballots, there must be
two SGA members present at the election site who are not current can-
didates. Candidates may not loiter anywhere near the election booth
unless casting their ballot.

The Vice President of Senate/Parliamentarian, President, and the SGA
advisor, unless there is an obvious conflict of interest, are responsible
for counting the paper ballot votes, and reporting the results to the SGA,
as well as the entire student body of LaGrange College.

In the event of online voting, the Vice President of Senate/Parliamentar-
ian, President, Vice President of Information Technology, and the SGA
advisor will have access to the elections results.

In an election between two candidates, the one with the most votes will
be declared the winner. In an election between three or more candi-
dates, the winner must receive over 50% of the votes; if one candidate
does not, there will be a run-off between the top two candidates.

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9. Any member of the student body may file a complaint regarding elec-
tion procedures or results. To file a complaint a student must submit a
written and signed statement to either the SGA President or the Vice
President of Senate/Parliamentarian. Upon receiving the statement, ei-
ther Officer must notify the rest of the Executive Council. The student
filing the complaint is required to testify before the Executive Council.
The Executive Council will consider all evidence before them and make
their decision regarding the complaint after the next regularly scheduled
SGA meeting, where the SGA will be informed of the complaint and able
to voice their feelings.

Section 2. Appointments

A. If no person submits an application to run for a given Executive Coun-
cil or Senate position, it is filled by appointment when the new SGA is
seated.

B. If an Executive Council position becomes open in the middle of the aca-
demic year, the vacancy is filled by appointment by the Executive Coun-
cil.

C. Appointments contingent upon interviews will be determined at the dis-
cretion of the Executive Council and Committee Chairs.

Section 3. Impeachments

A. Any member of the SGA may be impeached for failure to uphold the
SGA Constitution or to perform the duties and responsibilities of his/her
position, as outlined in the SGA Constitution.

B. The impeachment process is carried out as follows: A written charge
must be filed with the Executive Council. A 2/3 vote of the Executive
Council is required to continue the impeachment process. The decision
of the Executive Council is taken to the SGA. Impeachment is only ap-
proved by a 2/3 majority vote of the SGA using secret ballot. The Vice
President for Senate/Parliamentarian and the SGA advisor, unless there
is a conflict of interest, will be responsible for counting the votes and
reporting the results to the entire SGA.

C. Items such as attendance policy and grades do not fall under the im-
peachment process. Violations of these SGA guidelines are automatic
and result in immediate removal from the SGA.

Section 4. Resignations

A. Any member of the SGA has the right to resign from their position. A
resignation letter must be turned in to the SGA President.

B. If the SGA President decides to resign, he/she must turn in a letter of
resignation to the Executive Council.

C. Letters of resignation are required to be read publicly to the entire SGA
after formal resignation has occurred.

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Article VII. Meetings

Section 1 . The SGA meetings will be held at least every other week during the academic
year. The Executive Council sets all SGA meeting times and locations. The
President or SGA advisor may call additional meetings for special purposes.

Section 2. A quorum, which is five general SGA body members and five members of the
Executive Council, is required to conduct official business.

Section 3. A simple majority of the SGA members present at each meeting make all
decisions on matters that are not mandated by the Constitution for a Student
Body vote.

Section 4. All SGA meetings are conducted using Robert's Rules of Order.

Section 5. All SGA meetings are open to the student body of LaGrange College. Visi-
tors have the right to speak, may submit proposals by giving a written copy to
the Secretary, and are subject to the same rules that govern the SGA.

Article VIII. Finances

Section 1 . Funds for SGA functions may only be requested by an Executive Council offi-
cer. Written documentation, electronic or paper, must accompany all money
requests. The appropriate documentation, as issued by the Treasurer at the
beginning of the academic year, must be used.

Section 2. All receipts of purchase must be given to the Treasurer no later than a week
following the SGA function for which the purchases were made.

Section 3. In addition to the SGA budget kept by the Treasurer, each Executive Council
officer must maintain his/her own balance of expenditures.

Section 4. A portion of the SGA budget will be set aside at the beginning of each aca-
demic year for the Student Organization Assistance Program.

Article IX. Supremacy

This Constitution supersedes all other Student Government Constitutions that have
come before it. Its bylaws are for enhancement and are subsidiary to the Constitution.

Article X. Bylaws

Bylaws are for elaboration and enhancement of the Constitution. The Senate can pass
bylaws with a 2/3 majority vote. Bylaws shall be introduced to the SGA in writing one
meeting prior to the meeting which they are voted.

Article XI. Amendments

Any student can propose an amendment to the SGA Constitution. The proposed
amendment will go to the Executive Council. The Executive Council will investigate the
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for the amendment process to proceed, the Senate must approve the amendment by a
2/3 vote. The amendment is then submitted to the entire SGA. For the amendment to
be added to the SGA Constitution, it must be approved by a simple majority. If at any
point the amendment is stopped, it is considered dead and given back to the student
who proposed it for changes. If the student wishes to resubmit the proposed amend-
ment, it will go back to the entire Student Government Association where a 2/3 vote is
required. The Executive Council has the right to veto an amendment. A 2/3 vote of the
entire SGA is required to override a veto decision.

Article XII. Ratification

Upon acceptance by a convention of students currently involved in the SGA, this Con-
stitution will be submitted to a referendum of the student body. The Constitution be-
comes effective when 1 /4 of those voting approve the Constitution. After ratification, this
Constitution becomes a part of the Student Handbook of LaGrange College and will be
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Student Government Association
Bylaws

Article I. Order of Business

The order of business at regular meetings of the Student Government Association is as fol-
lows:

A. Call to order

B. Roll call

C. Prayer

D. Guest program (if any)

E. Reading, correction, and approval of previous meeting's minutes

F. Special reports of officers and advisors

G. Committee reports

H. Special elections (if any)

I. Old or unfinished business
J. New business

K. Announcements
L. Adjournment

The SGA may override this agenda by a motion to suspend the rules, which requires a 2/3

Article II. Attendance Policy

A. All students of LaGrange College are invited to attend all SGA meetings.

B. The Secretary maintains the record of attendance of SGA members at meetings
and other required functions.

C. A student must submit a written excuse to the Secretary at least 24 hours in ad-
vance to be excused from an event, unless otherwise stated by the Secretary.

D. Membership shall be terminated for the accumulation of three or more unexcused

vote.

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Article III. Awards of the Student Government Association

Section 1. The Austin P. Cook Award is presented annually by the SGAto the organization

that made the most positive impact on Campus Life during the given academic

Section 2. The Administrator of the Year Award is given annually by the SGAto an outstand-
ing member of the administration. The full body of SGA nominates up to five
administrators for this award. These candidates are then voted on by the entire
student body during the spring elections. The award is given out at the SGA ban-
quet at the end of the spring semester.

Section 3. The Faculty Member of the Year Award is given annually by the SGA to an out-
standing Faculty member. The full body of SGA nominates up to five faculty mem-
bers for this award. These candidates are then voted on by the entire student
body during the spring elections. The award is given out at the SGA banquet at
the end of the spring semester.

Section 4. The Staff Member of the Year Award is given annually by the SGAto an outstand-
ing Staff member. The full body of SGA nominates up to five staff members for
this award. These candidates are then voted on by the entire student body during
the spring elections. The award is given out at the SGA banquet at the end of the
spring semester.

Section 5. The Student Government Association Member of the Year Award is given annu-

ally by the Student Government Association to an outstanding SGA member. This
award is voted on by the Executive Council and given out at the SGA banquet.

year.

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Appendix C

Student Organization Assistance Program

Name:

Student Organization Assistance Fund
Purpose:

A. The Student Organization Assistance Fund shall exist through the Student Govern-
ment Association (SGA) to aid campus organizations in the implementation of their
events or programs.

B. A portion of the budget that SGA receives each year will be set aside solely for the
purpose of assisting campus organizations. The amount will be set by the SGA
Executive Council and the Director of Student Activities and Community Service.

C. To be eligible, the group requesting funds must be an officially recognized organi-
zation on campus and have a representative, usually the President, participate in
the Presidents' Council.

Offices:

There shall be a Student Organization Assistance Fund Committee that shall consist of
the following members:

SGA Treasurer - Chair

SGA President

SGA Advisor

A representative from each of the following types of campus organizations:
Religious Life
Greek
Service

Honor Organizations

Athletics

Other

This committee shall be in charge of reviewing each application that is submitted
and determining an appropriate outcome.

By-Laws:

Any organization that wishes to request funds must adhere to the following guidelines:

1 . The President of the organization (or member in charge, if there is no Presi-
dent) must request an application from the SGA Treasurer.

2. The application must be completed and turned in no later than one academic
month before the funds are needed. The earlier that the funds are requested,
the more likely SGA will have funds left to distribute.

3. The application will be reviewed by the Student Organization Assistance Fund
Committee and the organization requesting funds will be notified of the commit-
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F. Any organization that receives funds must adhere to the following steps when
using their allocated funds:

a. All monies spent must be well-documented and turned in to the SGA
Treasurer. This includes all receipts or invoices, as well as written
documentation of why the money was spent.

b. Failure to do this may result in, but is not limited to, being prohibited from
being allowed to request funds in the future and being required to repay the
funds granted.

c. Misuse of funds will not be tolerated, and any evidence of such misuse will
result in referral to the Director of Student Activities and the Dean of

G. The funds will be distributed in a continuing manner throughout each semester.
Half of the total amount will be allocated to each semester. Organizations are
encouraged to plan and apply early since once the money is gone, it's gone.

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