t97t -72 'ik ^ ?9Ht STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION 1971-72 Executive Officers Mr. Don Smart President Mr. Rick Waites Vice-President Mr. Tony Lyons Judiciary Chairman Ministers Mr. Boyd Morley Minister of Student Affairs Mr. Tom Cyphers Minister of Academic Affairs Advisors Mr. Melvin Steely Dean Tracy StalHngs The Brave Miss AHce Payne Editor-in-Chief Mr. Denny Whitesei Picture Editor Mr. David Parkman Advisor The Student Government Association presents /97/^72 West Georgia College Student Handbook .^-.k- i^^mi. >^J-:^ 'M: >;.'.*>' >fi*. % 5->i.^, >i>i iV '^j;- aec-^^ ^* II i -r^! r\-s '-*",, \ fi^^ !l'2^t*.-_^'.1,\-.,1^25' * i:.^;:5:-:.**r'-'^ > -V' a- Vf. TABLE OF CONTENTS Calendar 1 Welcome 3 Campus History 8 The Campus 12 Student Activities and Organizations 22 Greeks 34 Student Government Association 40 Union Program Council 56 Student Services oO Academic Policies 68 What I Should Know 78 Student Regulations, Judicial System 84 Legend Map III '*-^.V CALENDAR 1971-72 SUMMER QUARTER, 1971 June 13-14 June 15 June 16 August 15 August 16-19 Orientation Registration Classes begin Graduation Examinations FRESHMAN DA YS, 1971 September 19-21 Orientation, all new freshmen FALL QUARTER, 1971 September 2 Last day for all new students to file applica- tions for fall quarter September 22 Registration; M, W 6:45 p.m. classes begin September 23 Classes begin September 28 Last day for registration and for class changes November 24 Thanksgiving recess begins at noon November 29 Classes resume December 6-10 Examinations Dec. 11-Jan. 2 Christmas recess December 13 Last day for new students to file applications for winter quarter WINTER QUARTER, 1972 January 3 Registration; M, W 6:45 p.m. classes begin January 4 Classes begin January 7 Last day for registration and for class changes March 4 Last day for new students to file applications for spring quarter March 14-17 Examinations March 18-21 Spring recess SPRING QUARTER, 1972 March 22 Registration; M, W 6:45 p.m. classes begin March 23 Classes begin March 28 Last day for registration and for class changes May 25 Last day for new students to file applications for summer quarter May 31 Free day June 4 Graduation June 1-2, 5-6 Examinations SUMMER QUARTER, 1972 June 11-12 Orientation June 13 Registration June 14 Classes begin August 13 Graduation August 14-17 Examinations Dear Student: It is a pleasure to welcome you to our campus as a member of our college community. The purpose of the college is to provide an academic and social atmosphere which will lead you to an open and disciplined mind and to a capacity for self-realization, qualities which you will need in a world which in your later years will probably be quite different from the present one. To obtain these qualities will be no easy task for you, nor is the attainment of the college purposes an easy one for faculty, staff, and administration. Neither you nor we will always succeed, but as Browning's "Andrea del Sarto" says: "A man's reach should exceed his grasp, or what's a Heaven for?" Together we can strive toward these goals, which are the important ones, not simply the possession of a diploma. We wish you the best as you begin the task. Sincerely, George W. Walker Acting President Dear New Student: Welcome to West Georgia College! For the benefit of you and your fellow students, we have brought together a highly competent faculty with broad and varied backgrounds, a well- planned curriculum which provides numerous degree options, and extensive library and laboratory facilities. We hope that you will use these effectively for your intellectual, social, and cultural growth. Your course of study will include a variety of courses in the Core Curriculum to give breadth to your education and specialized courses in your major to give depth in your chosen field. I urge you to read the academic regulations in this hand- book and in the catalog so that you will be familiar with various requirements and options available to you. Should you have problems, please feel free to consult with your faculty advisor, your instructor, any appropriate department head or division chairman, or any of us in the Office of Academic Affairs. Our only purpose in being here is to assist you in taking full advantage of the educational opportunities on the West Georgia College campus. Sincerely, John M. Martin Dean of Academic Affairs Dear New Student: We are happy you have chosen West Georgia College and hope you find your academic career to be exciting, challenging, and rewarding. During your stay here, you will have many oppor- tunities for educational, cultural, and spiritual development. As a student at W.G.C., you are an integral part of the aca- demic community and have a direct voice in the affairs of the institution. Students are represented on almost every faculty committee and on the major advisory bodies of the institution. The Student Government Association is a dynamic and influen- tial organization on the campus. Certain regulations are necessary to insure the orderly opera- tion of an educational institution. The purpose of this handbook is to acquaint you with these and with other helpful facts about the college. I urge you to become familiar with all this information. I wish also to urge that you take advantage of the services provided by the Student Affairs staff. These include housing, financial aid, counseling, student activities, placement, and health services. We are devoting our efforts to helping you achieve your full potential as an ethically sensitive and responsible member of society. Sincerely, Tracy Stallings Dean of Student Affairs Welcome Fellow Students, You as a college student are entering into the most exciting period of your life. You are filled with the desire to find out what life really means, to become actively involved with issues sur- rounding you, and to learn the necessary tools and knowledge that will be needed in making your impression upon life. It is my sincerest hope that while at West Georgia you will take advantage of the academic opportunities offered to you as a college student. But I do not want you to stop there. I want you to use and to compliment what you learn by becoming actively involved in such extra-curricular activities as Student Govern- ment, the Union Program Council, the cultural activities of the college, or any of the many diverse clubs and groups on campus. The opportunities to make you a fuller and more mature person are present on campus. It is your responsibility to take advantage of them. Respectfully yours. Don Smart, President West Georgia College Student Government Association In 1933 the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia established West Georgia College as a junior college member of the University System. In 1939 the college was authorized by the Board of Regents to add a third year program in elementary education. In 1957 the fourth year of elementary education was added and the insti- tution was authorized to confer the B.S. degree. In 1959 necessary courses were added to prepare students for full certification as junior high school teachers. During the same year the college was authorized to grant a Bachelor of Arts degree with majors in the fields of English, history, and mathe- matics. A major in biology was added in 1960, majors in chemistry and sociology in 1962, physics and psychology in 1963, and political science and economics/business administration in 1964. In 1965 majors were added in French, Spanish and music education under the A.B. program, and in business education under the B.S. pro- gram. Added in 1966 were A.B. majors in economics and in phy- sical science, a B.S. in business administration, a B.S. in medical technology, and a concentration in elementary education for teaching the educable mentally retarded under the B.S. in Educa- tion. In 1963, the Board of Regents authorized the college to es- tablish a program under which A.B. graduates can qualify for full certification as secondary school teachers. In January of 1967 the Board of Regents authorized the col- lege to offer, effective in the summer quarter of 1967, the Master of Arts degree with majors in English, history and psychology, and the Master of Education degree with majors in elementary education, junior high education, secondary education, special education, and guidance and counseling. In 1967 and 1968, the Board of Regents authorized the follow- ing additions and changes in the academic program to become effective in 1968-69: the addition of majors in special education, early childhood education, and physical education (for women) under the Bachelor of Science in Education program; the establish- ment of a Bachelor of Business Administration program with majors in accounting/finance and management/marketing; a major in Latin American Studies and a major in geology under the Bachelor of Arts degree; initiation of a Bachelor of Music degree to replace the music education major under the A.B. pro- gram; establishment of a Master of Science degree with a major in biology; and a mathematics major under the Master of Arts program. In 1969 a number of new programs were approved. Authorized by the Board of Regents were majors in art, German, and phil- osophy under the Bachelor of Arts degree, majors in economics and office administration under the Bachelor of Business Admin- istration degree, and a major in industrial management under the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration program. Under the latter program, students may take the first two years of work at Southern Technical institute. Administrative approval was given also for a sequence of 15 hours of graduate course work aimed at the preparation of junior college teachers under the Master of Arts degree program. Also approved was a dual degree program, effective January 1, 1970, between West Georgia College and the Georgia Institute of Technology. Under this plan, an undergraduate may attend West Georgia and Georgia Tech for approximately five years and re- ceive a Bachelor of Arts degree from West Georgia and one of the several bachelor's degrees in engineering awarded by Georgia Tech. Graduate programs approved included a major in school administration-supervision under a Master of Education degree program in cooperation with Georgia State University, and a Sixth- Year Teacher Certification program in guidance and coun- seUng, effective in June, 1970. Additional programs authorized by the Board of Regents for the 1970-71 school year included majors in geography and speech and theatre under the Bachelor of Arts degree, a major in business education under the Master of Education degree, a major in school administration-supervision under a Master of Education degree program in cooperation with Georgia State University, and a Sixth-Year Teacher Certification program in guidance and counseling, effective in June, 1970. During the 1970-71 school year' the Board of Regents approved the following programs for implementation in 1971-72: the Master of Business Administration degree; the Master of Education de- gree with majors in early childhood education, administration and supervision, and reading instruction; and the Specialist in Education degree with majors in guidance and counseling, early childhood education, elementary education, and secondary edu- cation. THE CAMPUS West Georgia College is situated just within the western limits of Carrollton, about two miles from the center of town. CarroUton is a city of approximately 13,000, located 50 miles southwest of Atlanta. The campus covers approximately 330 acres of land, much of which is wooded. Building Program To accommodate the college's growth, a multi-million building program, now underway, will increase the value of the college's physical facilities to more than $30 million by the end of 1972. The 330 acre campus is being transformed by the construction of modern buildings and implementation of a model landscaping plan. New athletic fields, a perimeter road, larger parking areas and a concurrent rearrangement of traffic patterns on the campus will go with the buildings being added. Now under construction are a Biology-Chemistry Building, several residence hall facilities, and a Warehouse-Maintenance building. The Biology-Chemistry building should be ready for oc- cupancy in early 1972. This building will contain general class- rooms, laboratories for the biological sciences and Chemistry, faculty offices, and facilities for faculty and graduate research. A greenhouse will be attached to this building. Four residence halls are now under construction: one will accommodate 400 male students, one will add 136 beds to our existing Strozier Hall, a third will provide accommodations for 250 students in suite-type arrangements. The other hall expected to be completed in the fall of 1971 is to accommodate 300 coeds. Construction on a new Food Service Building is scheduled to commence in the summer of 1971. This facility is designed to provide an additional 1000 seat capacity area and several smaller dining areas; and in addition, a "rathskeller" facility for various types of student activities. BUILDINGS Classroom Arts Building* The Classroom Arts Building, completed in January, 1970, contains 71,?>2H square feet and is (he largest building yet con- structed on the campus. It houses the Humanities Division and serves the department of English, languages, philosophy, and fine arts. The building provides a number of specialized facilities for 12 instruction in these areas, including a television studio with production facilities, language laboratories, art laboratories, rehearsal halls for choir, band, and orchestra, a music listening room and library, audio visual rooms, and two art galleries. It also provides offices for faculty members of the Humanities Divi- sion, private office-studios for faculty in art and music, seminar rooms, and 24 general classrooms. The Renter Pipe Organ in the concert hall was provided by Mr. and Mrs. Vince Cashen and triends of the family in memory of their daughter, Kathy Cashen, who attended West Georgia College. The hall has a seating capacity of 247. Mathematics-Physics Building^ This air-conditioned, 36,360 square foot building, completed in 1968, has three levels. It contains nine general purpose class- rooms and nine laboratory areas, including a radioisotope labora- tory and a special projects research laboratory. In addition, it houses the administrative offices of the Division of Science and Mathematics and the departments of physics and mathematics. It also houses the college's computer center. An extension of the building contains an auditorium which will seat 150 persons. Social Science Building^ This three-level, air-conditioned building, also completed in 1968, contains 40,800 square feet of floor space. There are twenty general purpose classrooms, three speciahzed classrooms, two laboratory areas for anthropology and sociology, and office facilities for 67 faculty members. Among these are the administra- tive offices of the Division of Social Science and the departments of the division. An extension of the building contains a 300-seat lecture hall which can be divided into two 150-seat halls by a movable partition. Library"^ This air-conditioned building, completed in 1968, has four levels totalling 62,800 square feet, and a capacity of 300,000 volumes. It will accommodate 750 to 1,000 readers at one time. In addition to the book stack area, specialized facilities include reference and periodical sections, space for exhibits, conference rooms, typing rooms, listening and viewing rooms, a documents room, a micro-print reading room, a special collections room, and individual study carrels. The library currently has approxi- mately 100,000 volumes, plus more than 125,000 pieces of micro- print. It is also the Sixth Congressional District depository for United States government publications. *These four buildings are collectively known as the Academic Center. 13 Education-Classroom Building The Education-Classroom building includes such specialized areas for teacher education as a video tape library, demonstra- tion and clinical laboratories, instructional space for materials examination and preparation, and numerous conference rooms, in addition to offices for faculty of the education division. This building was completed in September 1970. Health Center The Health Center was completed in March 1971 and in- cludes facilities for fifteen (15) in-patient beds in semi-private rooms, examination rooms and spaces for emergency treatment and laboratory facilities. Biology Building The Biology Building, in 1954, contains the laboratories, lecture rooms and offices of the biology department. Health and Physical Education Building The Health and Physical Education Building was constructed in 1964 and provides excellent facilities for physical education courses and other sports activities. It contains two full size basketball courts, a 25-yard long heated swimming pool, a dance studio, a weight training room, and other specialized classroom areas as well as office space and dressing rooms. The gymnasium will seat 1,800 for basketball games. Cason Callaway Science Building The Cason Callaway Science Building, a modern, completely air-conditioned, three-story structure completed in 1962, con- tains laboratories, lecture rooms and offices. It is named for the late Cason J. Callaway, one of the original members of the Board of Regents. Education Building The Education Building, completed in 1959, is a modern brick classroom and faculty office building. This building houses the business education department of the division of Business & Economic Studies. RESIDENCE HALLS Adainson Hall Adamson Hail for women was erected in 19 KS and named lor 14 Congressman W. C. Adamson. Its interior was recently remodeled and modernized. Aycock Hall Aycock Hall for men, built in 1953, was named for one of the founders of the college, J. A. Aycock, Sr. It was remodeled in 1966. Downs Hall Located on the eastern side of the campus. Downs Hall was named for the late Miss Katie Downs, professor of education and registrar at the college from 1934 to 1959. Completed in the spring of 1969, the 300 capacity women's residence hall consists of three residence wings, connected by central lounge, office, and recreational areas. Each wing of the fully air-conditioned building contains study and typing rooms. Mandeville Hall The older section of this hall, named for L. C. Mandeville, first treasurer of the institution, was constructed in 1935. It is a brick structure with two levels. A large addition to Mandeville Hall was completed in 1958. Two of its three levels contain rooms for women, while the ground floor is used for administrative offices. Mandeville Hall is built to modern standards, has comfortable and functional residence rooms and is attractive inside and out. Melson Hall Constructed in 1907, Melson Hall was part of the original plant. It is named for J. H. Melson, first principal of the Fourth District A & M School. Its interior was remodeled, modernized, and air-conditioned during 1970. Row Hall This residence hall, named for the second president of the college, the late Dr. William H. Row, is an attractive modern brick building completed in 1963. It houses 180 and has spacious reception, recreational and storage areas. Strozier Hall Named for the late Dr. Robert Manning Strozier, a member of the original faculty, this residence hall for 120 men is located just west of Aycock Hall. The modern two and a half story brick structure has a recreation area on the lower level. It was opened for use in the fall of 1964. 15 Cobb Hall Cobb Hall, which houses 124 women, is named for Mrs. Betty Reynolds Cobb, for several years a member of the Board of Trustees of the A & M School. Located on the front campus, it was designed to blend with the other nearby buildings and was completed in 1964. W. Fred Gunn Hall Situated at the entrance to the front campus is W. Fred Gunn Hall, named for the first dean of West Georgia College. Opened for use in 1965, Gunn Hall has three levels with spacious study and recreational areas. It accommodates 180 women. Shirley Caffee Boy kin Hall Situated behind Gunn Hall is Shirley Caffee Boykin Hall, named for the late Mr. Boykin, prominent Carrollton attorney and member of the state legislature. Opened for use in 1965, it has three levels with spacious study and recreational areas. It accommodates 180 women. /. Carson Pritchard Hall This structure was completed in 1966 and accommodates 240 men. In addition to spacious, air-conditioned student rooms, facilities are also available for meetings and conferences. This three story structure also includes individual study rooms and lounges on each floor. It is named for the late Mr. Prichard, who was associate professor of sociology and director of adult educa- tion at West Georgia College for many years. Gordon Watson Hall This men's residence hall was completed and occupied in the fall quarter 1970. This hall for 300 men was named the Gordon Watson Hall, for the first Head of the English Department at West Georgia College. The air-conditioned building includes lounge, recreation areas and conference room. Project R-16 This residence hall is scheduled to be completed and ready for occupancy for the 1971 fall quarter. Yet to be officially named, the hall will house 300 women. SPECIAL BUILDINGS Student Center The Sliidcnl Center, a modern, circular structure with 53,000 16 square feet of floor space, is located in the center of the campus. It houses the college dining hall, student offices, snack bar and recreational facilities. Also included are a television room and rooms for meetings of various campus and local groups. It was completed in 1967. The Administration Building Centered on the curved drive on the front of the campus is the Administration Building. It is a two-story building containing various administrative offices, and was constructed in 1907. Thomas Bonner House Constructed in 1843, the Thomas Bonner House is the oldest building on the campus. This frame colonial structure was or- iginally built as a plantation home and through the years has served various purposes. Because of its historic nature, this house 17 was selected in 1966 by the Georgia Historical Commission as the site for a marker outlining the history of the school. Martha Munro Building The Martha Munro building was built in 1935 and houses a ceramics laboratory and a small auditorium. In addition, there are administrative offices located in this building. The build- ing is named for the late Mrs. Martha Munro Ingram, wife of Dr. I. S. Ingram, President Emeritus. College Residence This building served for many years as the residence of the president of the college. It now houses the college's Alumi Af- fairs Office and the offices of the Department of Continuing Education. Computer Center The Computer Center, located in the Mathematics-Physics Building of the Academic Center, provides data processing services for the entire college, and is used for instruction, research, and administration. The center is equipped with an IBM S/360 Mod 30 digital computer with four deck drives, four tape drives and a high speed printer and card reader. Telecommunications with an 1MB S/360 Mod 65 computer at the University of Georgia is maintained by an IBM 2780 Data Transmission Terminal and an IBM 2741 Communications Terminal. Center for Learning and Behavior Problems The Center for Learning and Behavior Problems, located in the College Residence on the west side of the campus, has a three-fold purpose: 1. To provide training for teachers, counselors, and psycholo- gists in working with students with learning and behavior problems. 2. To initiate research within the general area of learning and behavior problems. Hamm Hall Hamm Hall is a temporary structure located directly north of the Martha Munro Building, it was renovated and air-condi- tioned during the summer of 1967 and remodeled again this past spring. It now houses the campus post office. 18 Auditorium Located to the west of the Education Building is the auditor- ium. The facade is impressive with large white columns. On the lower level of the building, which was built in 1937, are the campus security office and bookstore. Sanford Building The building which formerly housed the library is located on the front campus. It is named for the late Chancellor Steadman V. Sanford. The building, built in 1938, is now being used for administrative offices. Recreational Areas At this time, the college maintains six modern tennis courts located behind the HPE Building. Three football fields and two softball fields are to be found directly across from the tennis courts. An indoor-pool is located in the HPE Building and is open to students year round. Indoor recreation facilities are to be found in the Student Center. NOTE: A campus map has been included in the back of the handbook for your convenience in locating various buildings and areas. 19 # \ > > r STUDENT ACTIVITIES Lectures, Concerts and Assemblies West Georgia College students have many opportunities to experience the cultural aspects of a liberal education. During the academic year 1970-71, West Georgia College and the West Georgia Mutual Concert Association sponsored joint programs including Ferrante and Teicher, Carlos Montoya, Mark Twain Tonight, Lord Marionettes, Kenny Rogers and the First Edition, The Chambers Brothers, The Classics IV, and other well-known groups. A lecture series is sponsored by the academic divisions in which leading speakers from various fields participate. Programs are designed to expose students to a broad range of talents and topics. Spring Fling Spring FHng is a week of special activities for students and faculty. Its purpose is to bring the two groups together for pro- moting good student-faculty relations in an atmosphere of fun for all. Activities include games tournaments, lectures, dances, concerts, soap box derby and other special events. Parents' Day Each spring, usually during the month of May, the college sponsors its annual Parents' Day. Parents of all students enrolled at West Georgia are invited to visit the campus for a full day of special activities. Intramural A thletics A year-round program of intramural athletics is available for both men and women students at West Georgia. Men's activities include flag football in the fall, basketball in the winter, and Softball and volleyball in the spring and summer. Activities for women include basketball, volleyball, softball, and a varied assort- ment of other year-round sports. Religious Life The various religious organizations assume responsibility for directing religious activities on the campus, encourage church attendance, endeavor to instill in the students a deeper under- standing of their faith, and engage generally in a program of reli- gious emphasis. 22 There are several student denominational organizations. These include the Baptist Student Union, the Newman Club (CathoUc), the Canterbury Club (Episcopal), the Wesley Founda- tion (Methodist), and Pi Chi (Pentecostal Holiness). Students are urged to attend the local church of the denomin- ation of their choice and the state and regional leadership meet- ings of the denomination. Intercollegiate Athletics Intercollegiate athletics are an integral part of the overall pro- gram at West Georgia College. The college is a member of the Georgia Intercollegiate Athletic Conference and National Asso- ciation of Intercollegiate Athletics. Intercollegiate athletic policy is determined by the faculty committee on Intercollegiate Athletics. Men compete in the following intercollegiate sports: baseball, basketball, cross-country, golf, tennis and track. Conference championships are determined in most sports, and outstanding teams and individuals compete in national tournaments. Besides sports days, women compete with teams from other colleges in basketball, tennis, and volleyball. ORGANIZATIONS Departmental Organizations & Professional Fraternities ALPHA KAPPA PSI The purposes and objectives of Alpha Kappa Psi are: To fur- ther the individual welfare of its members; to foster scientific research in the fields of commerce accounts and finance; to edu- cate the public to appreciate and demand higher ideals therein; and to promote and advance at West Georgia College courses leading to degrees in business administration. ALPHA PHI OMEGA Alpha Phi Omega is a national service fraternity established with the purpose of promoting leadership, friendship, and service on the college campus. The organization affords its members a chance to serve the students and faculty, youth and community, members of the fraternity and the nation as participating citizens. The major requirements for membership are based on scholarship and past or present affiliation with the Boy Scouts of America. 23 CAMERATTA CLUB The Cameratta Club is a Women's Music Major and Minor Club formed for the purpose of raising the standard of musician- ship and scholarship among its members, and to promote music within the school and community. CIRCLE K CLUB The Kiwanis Club of Carrollton has established a Circle K Club to promote civic welfare of the college. It desires to develop within members the high degree of citizenship and social service exemplified by the constitution and by-laws of Kiwanis Inter- national. Members are selected on the basis of scholarship, civic interest, and leadership. COUNCIL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN The purpose is to promote the education of exceptional children and youth through stimulating, furthering, and strength- ening the interests of young adults in this facet of professional education. ^ r DELTA PSI OMEGA The purpose of the mathematics club, Delta Psi Omega, is to promote opportunities for its members to explore the field of mathematics and to promote the enjoyment of study and research. Any student who is working toward a major or minor in the field of mathematics may be considered a candidate for membership provided he has at least a 2.0 average. DER DEUTSCHE VEREIN The purpose of the Verein is to give its members the oppor- tunity to become better acquainted with the customs and civili- zation of the German people through formal as well as informal meetings or programs. Membership in the organization is open to students who are taking or have taken a course in German, or to students who express a speaking or written knowledge of the German language. EL CIRCULO ESPANOL El Circulo Espanol is open to any student interested in the Spanish language and in Spain and Latin America. The purpose of the Club is to stimulate interest in the Spanish language and in the cultures of the people of Spain and of South and Central America. 24 GEOLOGY CLUB The purpose of the Geology Club is to stimulate interest in and to acquire knowledge of the earth sciences. This can best be done by offering members opportunities for field studies and field trips, by visits from leaders in the earth sciences, and by social events at which both students and professors can ex- change ideas. GRADUATE STUDENT ASSOCIATION The purpose of this association is to maintain standards of excellence and quality in academic performance; enhance the understanding within individuals' respective area; cooperation between graduate students, undergraduates, faculty, and ad- ministrators and protection of individual interests and rights within the Graduate Division. LE CERCLE FRANCAIS Le Cercle Francais is composed of students interested in French life and culture. The purpose of this club is to help students become better acquainted with the language and customs of France. PHI BETA LAMBDA Phi Beta Lambda is open to any student interested in the field of business. The chapter is affiliated with the state and national organizations. Its purposes are to create more understanding and interest in business education, to develop character, and to train for useful citizenship. Social as well as professional meetings are held at regular intervals. PHILOSOPHY CLUB The Philosophy Club is an open society, open to any member of the college community student, staff, or faculty who wants to get involved in the discussion of philosophical ideas of current and lively interest. Papers and talks are presented by students, faculty members, and special guest speakers from outside the college. The club meets twice monthly. PSYCHOLOGY CLUB The purpose of the Psychology Club is three-fold: (1) to pro- vide opportunities for those interested in the field of psychology to discuss mutual interests and problems, (2) to stimulate and foster interest in the professional field of psychology, and (3) to provide contacts with people in the field of psychology and experiences that contribute to the student's understanding and 25 growth. Anyone interested in the field of psychology may make application to the membership chairman. PHYSICAL EDUCATION MAJORS CLUB The purpose ot the Physical Education Club is to stimulate and promote professional growth and personal relationships through activities, meetings and special programs. STUDENT EDUCATION ASSOCIATION The Student Education Association is open to all students who are interested in teaching. The Tieje-Downs Chapter is affiliated with the state and national organizations and provides contact with leaders in the profession and opportunities for ex- periences that will contribute to growth toward becoming a teacher. STUDENT MUSIC EDUCATORS NATIONAL CONFERENCE The purpose of SMENC is to acquaint students with the pri- vileges and responsibihties of music and the music education profession. The organization provides for its members an oppor- tunity to become acquainted with leaders in the music profession as well as SMENC members of other colleges and universities. WEST GEORGIA ARCHAEOLOGY CLUB The purpose of the West Georgia Archaeology Club is to promote interest in archaeology with emphasis being placed on the archaeological significance of the West Georgia area. Club members are trained in archaeological method and theory and participate in actual field excavations. WEST GEORGIA PHYSICS SOCIETY The purpose of the Physics Society is the advancement and diffusion of knowledge of the science of physics. Membership in this organization is open to all students who are interested in physics. Honor Organizations and Recognition Societies ACCOLADE Accolade is a women's service organization for junior women. The qualifications for membership are service, scholarship, and leadership. The purpose of Accolade is to promote college loyalty, to advance service, to encourage leadership on the campus, and to maintain a high standard of scholarship among college women. 26 ALPHA LAMBDA DELTA Alpha Lambda Delta is a national freshman women's honor society. All women students who have obtained a 3.5 or better average in the freshman year are eligible. The purpose of the Society is to promote intelligent living and a high standard of learning, and to encourage superior scholastic attainment among the women in their first year in institutions of higher learning. PHI ALPHA THETA Phi Alpha Theta is an International History Honor Society. The membership of the organization is composed of students and professors who have been elected to membership upon the basis of excellence in the study of history. The objective of Phi Alpha Theta is the promotion of the study of History by the encouragement of research and the exchange of learning and thought among historians. It seeks to bring students, teachers, and writers of history together intellectually and socially. PHI SIGMA MU Phi Sigma Mu is an honor society for men at West Georgia. Men who have shown high scholastic achievement during their freshmen year are asked to join the club. They strive to encourage and stimulate scholarship and achievement among the men of West Georgia College. PI GAMMA MU Pi Gamma Mu is the national honorary fraternity for students of the social sciences. West Georgia College's Georgia Zeta Chapter requires that men and women selected for membership be juniors or seniors, have an overall B average, and have a BH- average in social science courses. The purposes of Pi Gamma Mu are to promote interest in the social sciences and to recognize excellence of students pursuing these studies. Special Interest Groups BAPTIST STUDENT UNION The Baptist Student Union is a campus organization sponsored by the Baptist churches. There are no membership requirements since all students are invited to participate in all of its activities. Its purposes are to encourage the student in a responsible churcli relationship and to provide a weekday ministry to students. There is a full-time Baptist Minister on the campus. 27 BLACK STUDENT ALLIANCE The purpose is to promote dignity in the black people, increase understanding and the exchange of ideas between black and white students and promote the interests of West Georgia College. BRIDGE CLUB The Bridge Club offers a chance for quiet concentration and relaxation through the world-recognized duplicate bridge game. CANTERBURY CLUB ^ - The Canterbury Club is a campus organization sponsored by the Episcopal churches. Membership is open to all interested persons. COLLEGE UNION PROGRAM COUNCIL The program council is comprised of the elected chairmen of seven committees: entertainment, fine arts, house, publicity, recreation, secretarial and social. All students who desire to serve on one of these committees are encouraged to apply in the Student Activities office. Campus entertainment, including concerts, movies, lectures, etc., is a major concern of the council. CONCERT BAND AND PEP BAND The Concert Band is open to students from all departments of the college. Performances include a wide variety of music, including contemporary band literature and popular tunes. Con- certs are given both on and off campus, and credit is granted to those meeting the requirements. The Pep Band is composed of volunteers from the Concert Band, and its primary function is to play at athletic events. There is also a Brass Ensemble which has opportunities for performances. DEBATE CLUB The Debate Club is composed of students interested in standard debate and individual forensic activity. The national collegiate debate topic is used, and teams enter novice and varsily competi- tion in the south eastern states. FLYING CLUB The purpose of this club is to promote the skill, safety, edu- cation and sport of flying. Any member of the student body, faculty or stall" and family members of said persons are eligible for membership. 28 INTERNATIONAL CLUB The club is open to foreign and American students to discuss means of improving harmony between the nationalities. KARATE CLUB The West Georgia College Karate Club seeks to promote the development of high levels of sportsmanship and fairness in all phases of life and to promote a competitive spirit. The mem- bers are taught the various techniques of Karate. LETTERMEN'S CLUB The West Georgia Lettermen's Club is composed of men who have received a letter for superior performance in one of the varsity sports. The purpose of the club is to promote good sports- manship and school spirit among the athletes and student body and to support all the athletic teams sponsored by the college. MEN'S INTRAMURAL ASSOCIATION The Men's Intramural Association is an organization whose only purpose is to encourage and provide opportunities for active participation in intramural sports. Incoming freshmen and trans- fers should join and become active participants in as many of the activities as possible. Some of the activities offered are flag foot- ball, volleyball, softball, basketball, table tennis, foul shooting, and tug of war. Individual and team trophies are awarded to the winners of the various activities at the end of each school year. NEWMAN CLUB The Newman Club is the campus organization sponsored by the Catholic Church. Membership, however, is open to any stu- dent. Its purpose is to help the student develop and broaden his religious, educational and social interests. WESLEY FOUNDATION The Wesley Foundation is the campus organization spon- sored by the Methodist church. Membership is open to any stu- dent. It offers students a focal point for any personal endeavors. Enrichment activities both of interacting fellowship concerns and christian concerns are available to help develop and broaden the student's religious, educational, and social interests. Pro- grams range from participation in campus events, to several types of programs working with disadvantaged youth, to witness- ing and sharing opportunities on campuses and in the community. 29 WEST GEORGIA BARBELL CLUB The purpose of the West Georgia Barbell Club shall be to improve physical fitness, compete with other schools, clubs, etc. and to instruct students in all aspects of weight-lifting. WEST GEORGIA BROADCASTING CLUB The purpose of the club is to provide a communication source within the college, as well as provide additional communication between the college and community, and to give increased student involvement in the institution. Any student wishing to aid in fullfilling the goals of the club may become a member, and those becoming members will parti- cipate in the operation of the Campus Station. WEST GEORGIA COLLEGE CHOIRS All choirs are open to all students at West Georgia College. You need not be a music major to participate. Concert Choir Consists of 40-50 members. This choir has toured extensively in the eastern part of the United States. It meets four days a week and performs frequently with orchestra. Chamber Singers A choral group consisting of 15-20 singers selected by audi- tion. They rehearse four days a week and present at least one concert per quarter on campus, in addition to performances throughout the state. The Chamber Singers specialize in music written for the small ensemble, from the middle ages through the avant-garde. Women's Ensemble A chorus open to all women students interested in singing, meeting two days a week and performing primarily on campus. Men's Ensemble Chorus open to all men on the West Georgia Campus, meet- ing two hours a week and performing primarily on the West Georgia Campus WEST GEORGIA COLLEGE SPORT PARACHUTE TEAM The primary purpose of the WGC Sport Parachute Team is the enjoyment of the most unique, exciting sport ever created. The team trains novices for their first jump and is fully equipped with chutes, drop zone, jumpmaster, instructors, and licensed 30 rigger. The team operates under the auspices of the US Parachute Assoc, the Federal Aviation Agency, and seeks to compete with other schools of the National Collegiate Parachute League. WEST GEORGIA FOLK CLUB The purpose of the Folk club is to promote interest in all types of folk music blues, blue grass and folk proper. The club spon- sors music clinics, entertainment and playing engagements for its members, and runs a weekly coffee house. WEST GEORGIA GROTTO OF N.S.S. The "caving club," as the grotto is commonly called, tries to promote interest in cave exploration, with an emphasis placed on safety. All club members receive instructions in all phases of caving, such as mountaineering, rock climbing, rope work, and surveying. WEST GEORGIA STUDENT ART ASSOCIATION The purpose of this organization is to promote art at West Georgia College and the surrounding community. WEST GEORGIA THEATRE ART SOCIETY The purpose of the West Georgia Theatre Art Society is to stimulate interest and promote skill in acting, directing, and stage management, as well as to further the knowledge of the individual in drama. It also gives each member an over-all con- cept of the ideals and practices in all aspects of theatre. Mem- bership is open to any student interested in theatre art. WOMEN'S INTRAMURAL ASSOCIATION Membership in the Women's Intramural Association is open to all women students on the campus. The purpose of the asso- ciation is to foster and promote athletic and recreational ac- tivities through the athletic board in cooperation with the de- partment of physical education. Activities offered in the intramural program are soccer, field hockey, basketball, volleyball, speedball, softball, tennis, golf, archery, badminton, table tennis, horseshoes, swimming, track and field events and other recreational activities. PROCEDURE FOR FORMING NEW STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS 1. Any group of students desiring to form an organization whose membership is composed primarily of West Georgia Col- 31 lege students and/or whose existence depends upon its relation- ship to the College must receive official approval. A written statement of the purposes of the organization, a copy of its pro- posed constitution, and a list of the members shall be submitted to the Student Government Association. Membership must include at least 20 West Georgia College Students. If the SGA approves the organization, the material may be forwarded to the Faculty Student Life Committee for its approval. Subsequent revision and amendments of the constitution must receive similar approval. 2. The purposes and practices of the proposed club must be constructive and compatible with the standards and objectives of the college, 3. Copies of the constitution of each organization are to be filed with the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs, the Director of Student Activities, and with the Student Government Associa- tion. Periodic reports as requested by these offices are to be supplied. Failure to fulfill such requests will be cause for the deactivation of the organization. 4. All student organizations are subject to the regulations of West Georgia College. 32 INTRODUCTION Greeks at West Georgia College are an integral part of stu- dent life and activity. Local social sororities and fraternities were organized on the West Georgia campus in the 1968-1969 school year. Since that time, they have affiliated with national organizations. Fraternities and sororities have played a major role on the West Georgia College campus for three years. They have a history and tradition of attracting capable students as members. They stand for good scholarship, moral and social responsibility for their members. Their performances both as individuals and groups has set a high tone for the college community. Panhellic, meaning "all-Greek," is the governing body to which all sorority women belong. This organization provides a unity among sorority chapters and fosters interfraternity co- operation and understanding on the part of individual members. It also realizes the importance and necessity of mutual under- standing and co-operation between the sororities and college administration and community. The Council is composed of two representatives from each of the five recognized sororities. The Interfraternity Council is the unifying force for the fra- ternity system. The IFC is composed of two representatives and the president of each fraternity. The purpose of the organi- zation is to be the governing body of all the fraternities and to give service. The IFC boosts the fraternity idea on campus. It accomplishes those things collectively that individual chapters cannot or should not be doing individually. Rules for Rush are issued separately for men and women. Copies of rush rules are available in the office of the Panhellenic and IFC Advisor. Students may be initiated into a sorority or fraternity when that group has received permission from the Panhellenic and IFC Advisor. If illegally initiated, the student and the group involved may suffer a penalty. No national fraternity or sorority shall establish a chapter on the West Georgia College campus without the approval of the Interfraternity Council or the Panhellenic Council and the Dean of Student Affairs. Petitions should be addressed to the Assistant Director of Student Activities. 34 SORORITIES Alpha Gamma Delta Alpha Gamma Delta International Fraternity was founded in 1904 at Syracuse University, Syracuse, N. Y. Gamma Tau Chapter, one of the 104 installed chapters, was established on this campus in 1968 as Sigma Chi Omega local sorority. One of the contributions Gamma Tau Chapter has made was the bringing of the nationally known "Toys for Tots" program which they brought to Carrollton with the help of a campus men's fraternity and the U. S. Marine Corps Reserve. In addition to this and many other worth-while projects, Gamma Tau partici- pates in many social projects such as Fraternity Exchanges, Dads and Moms Weekends, Christmas Formal, Pledge Valentine Dance, and others. Much emphasis is also placed on scholastic achieve- ment. Membership in Alpha Gamma Delta is an experience in modern gracious living with the added assets of lifelong friend- ships and happy memories. Chi Omega The Phi Kappa chapter of Chi Omega was installed on the campus of West Georgia College in the Spring of 1971 and has approximately 50 active members. Chi Omega was organized as a fraternal order at the University of Arkansas, April 5, 1895. They have over 150 active chapters and well over 100,000 active members and alumna. The underlying principles of Chi Omega's development are that it is a group of friends at the college level of intel- ligence; that such a group stimulates abilities and princi- ples upon which the quahty of a civilization depends; that such a group aids in the preservation of the freedoms es- sential to the development of the individual; but that such individuals are aware of the subjective values that history proves wise. Delta Delta Delta The local chapter of Phi Sigma Delta formed in November, 1967, became a part of the national fraternity. Delta Delta Delta in the school year 1970-71. There are three phases of membership in the Fraternity: pledgeship, collegiate chapter membership, and alumnae chapter membership. The pledge period offers an opportunity to fulfill Tri Delta's 35 faith in you by developing as an individual and as a contributing member of the college community. To learn and earn is the way to membership. Kappa Delta The Delta Psi chapter of Kappa Delta Sorority at West Geor- gia College became a colony of Kappa Delta on January 5, 1970. The colony was installed April 3, 1971. Kappa Delta was founded on October 23, 1897, at Longwood College, Farmville, Virginia. From this beginning the sorority has grown to some 111 chapters across the nation with over 75,000 members. The sorority has as its national philanthropy aiding in the support of the Crippled Children's Hospital in Richmond, Vir- ginia. The ideals of Kappa Delta are best expressed in its open motto, Ta Kala Diokomen: "Let us strive for that which is honor- able, beautiful, and highest." Phi Mu Alpha Phi Rho was formed in January of 1968 by 21 girls and in February of 1971 this group became the Gamma Rho chapter of Phi Mu. Phi Mu's colors are pink and white and their flower is a rose carnation. The open motto is "Les Souers Fidels," meaning "The loyal sisters." Phi Mu was founded in 1852 at Wesleyan College in Macon, Georgia. FRATERNITIES Alpha Tau Omega Alpha Tau Omega Colony was founded as Kappa Phi Fra- ternity in April of 1968. The founder felt that a strong fraternity was needed composed of persons "not losing their own personal identity, but gaining brotherhood, strength and knowledge." Kappa Phi colonized with Alpha Tau Omega on January 26, 1971 with the same ideals in mind. The fraternity house is located on Newnan Street. Kappa Sigma The Lambda Delta chapter oT Kappa Sigma, formerly Sigma Alpha Omega Fraternity, was established in early January of 36 1968. It became nationally affiliated with pledging on December 10, 1970. The objectives of the fraternity are defined as "a solid foundation built on a combination of real friendship and loyalty, nurtured by cooperation and understanding." The fraternity's house is located at 810 Bankhead Highway in Carrollton, just inside the city limits. The fraternity, whose colors are scarlet, white and green, boasts a membership of over 70 active brothers. Lambda Chi Alpha Lambda Chi Alpha has one word that embodies every facet of human character ... a word that rallies all that is warm and worthwhile in mankind. That word is Fraternity . . . the spirit of brotherhood. The Lambda Chi Alpha chapter was founded spring quarter of 1971 by 42 active members. The chapter house is located five miles north of the campus on the Bremen Highway. "Hail to progress." This phrase more than any other, typifies the founding history and the accomplishments of Lambda Chi Alpha. Pi Kappa Alpha Established in January of 1968, the Cavaliers was the first social club to be established at West Georgia College. From the original 35 charter members of the Cavaliers has evolved the establishment of the Pi Kappa Alpha Colony on April 4, 1971. The colony now has 56 active members. The purpose of Pi Kappa Alpha is the establishment of friend- ship on a firmer and more lasting basis; for the promotion of brotherly love and kind feeling; for the mutual benefit and ad- vancement of the interests of those with whom we sympathize and deem worthy of regard. The Pi Kappa Alpha house is located at 338 Maple Street. Sigma Nu Sigma Nu at West Georgia College was formerly Delta Kappa Fraternity, a local group. They became affiliated with the national fraternity in November, 1970. Sigma Nu is the "Honor Fraternity" and has set forth a creed that stresses believing in the life of love, walking in the way of 37 honor and serving in light of truth. This creed has become part of Delta Kappa as well as all chapters of Sigma Nu across the nation. Sigma Nu is now in its second year in its home at 342 Maple Street. The fraternity was founded during spring quarter of 1968 with scholarship, competition, brotherhood, and humbleness being its main purposes. From that original group of 13 men, the fra- ternity has grown to include almost 60 initiated brothers, par- ticipating in all facets of college life. Tau Kappa Epsilon Tau Kappa Epsilon was founded in September of 1969, by ten men who shared common ambitions and common interests. TKE, formerly Pi Kappa Sigma became socially affiliated with Tau Kappa Epsilon International February 6, 1971 as a colony. Tau Kappa Epsilon International is the largest fraternal organiza- tion with 305 active chapters. Since affiliation with TKE, the fra- ternity has grown from 30, to 51 active members. The group was granted a chapter charter and formally initiated June 6, 1971. Requirements for the charter were fulfilled in a shorter span of time than any other TKE chapter in the nation. The fraternity owns a cabin located outside the city limits, with 14 acres and three lakes. Fraters of Tau Kappa Epsilon exemplify brotherhood, and they all work toward building men with strength of character, but with individuality as well. ^^di^mM 38 INTRODUCTION During 1970-71 the West Georgia Student Body Association completed a very successful year under the leadership of two presidents. The student body leaders expanded into leadership roles on the state level, particularly in the Student Advisory Council to the Board of Regents, where one of our past presidents served as Chairman. The Student Government Association was also very active on the campus in several different areas. The SGA began the refrigerator rental program, making it available to campus resi- dents. The Faculty-Course Evaluation was iidministered and im- proved upon. The Student Government Association also moved to streamline student government by eliminating the positions of Secretary and Treasurer of the Student Body. 1971-72 promises to be even more challenging than last year in the Student Government Association. It is hoped that you will become involved this year and help to implement needed changes. CONSTITUTION of the Student Body of West Georgia College Preamble We, the Students of West Georgia College, in order to promote a high standard of conduct; to maintain a desirable atmosphere for intellectual growth and for social activity; to stimulate common understanding between students, faculty, and administration; to protect the individual rights of each student; and to set forth the general principles that shall govern the Student Body, do estab- lish this Constitution and By-Laws of West Georgia College. ARTICLE I Name The name of this organization shall be the Student Body of West Georgia College. ARTICLE II Objectives The objectives of this organization are stated in the Preamble to this Constitution and By-Laws. 40 ARTICLE III Membership Any person accepted as a full-time undergraduate or graduate student at West Georgia College is a member of the Student Body and is eligible to participate in student government. ARTICLE IV Student Body Officers Section 1. The Student Body shall elect the following officers: a President, a Vice-President, a Secretary, a Treasurer, and a Judiciary Chairman. Section 2. The President, Vice-President, and Judiciary Chairman shall come from the rising Junior and Senior class; the Secretary and Treasurer shall come from the rising Sophomore, Junior or Senior class. ARTICLE V Government Units Section 1. Student Government shall be administered through governmental units. The Student Body shall understand that the Faculty and Board of Regents has ultimate authority in all matters governing West Georgia College. Section 2. There shall be a Student Government Association. a. The Student Body officers shall be the officers of the Stu- dent Government Association. b. The Student Government Association shall be composed of an Executive Council, a Senate, and a Judiciary Commis- sion. 1. The Executive Council shall include the Student body officers, a representative from the Men's Executive House Council, a representative from the Women's Executive House Council, a representative from the Inter-Fraternal Council, the superintendent of the College Union, a min- ister of Academic Affairs, and a Minister of Student Af- fairs. The Chairman of the Executive Council shall be the President of the Student Government Association. 2. The Senate shall be composed of the vice-president and secretary-treasurers of the classes, representatives from the Freshman Class, representatives from the academic divisions of the college and the Graduate School, ex- officio members, and the Vice-President of the SGA, who shall act as Chairman. (a) A total of thirty undergraduate representatives shall 41 be apportioned according to the number of students in each division, except for the Graduate Division, which shall have its representative (s) appointed by the President of the SGA upon recommendation of the Dean of the Graduate School. (b) Election of division representatives shall take place in the Spring Quarter. (c) Election of Freshman Class representatives shall take place in the Fall Quarter. 3. Student Judiciary Commission. This Commission shall be vested with the responsibility for the Student Judiciary. c. The objectives of the Student Government Association are stated in the Preamble to this Constitution and By-Laws. d. The Student Government Association shall be the ultimate Student authority in legislative matters which fall under the purview of student legislation. e. The Student Government Association shall establish the following Commissions, Councils and Committees to facili- tate its work: 1. Finance Committee 2. Election Committee 3. Projects and Constitutions Committee 4. Summer Commission 5. Special Committees may be established as the need arises. Section 3. Each of the four academic classes shall be vested with authority to organize at academic levels, elect class officers, to administer necessary class duties and responsibilities, and to provide specific representation to the Student Government Association. ARTICLE VI House Councils Each House Council shall be vested with authority in matters governing students living in each respective residence hall. ARTICLE VII Student Body Meetings The Student Body President shall call all meetings of the Stu- dent body. ARTICLE VIII Elections Sectic^n \. All students and Graduate Students at West Georgia College shall be entitled to vote for Student Body Of- 42 ficers and shall be entitled to vote in other general elec- tions. Section 2. All students certified by the Registrar's office as being members of a particular academic class shall be entitled to vote in that particular election. ARTICLE IX Parliamentary Procedures All units of the Student Government shall follow parUamentary procedures listed in Robert's Rules of Order. ARTICLE X Amendments Section L This Constitution shall be amended only when ratified by a two-thirds favorable vote of those ballots cast by the Student Body. The Student Government Association shall, at least one week prior to the date set for the Student Body vote, give notice that an amendment has been proposed for adoption by publishing the proposed amendment(s) in the West Georgian. Constitutional Amendments Amendment 1. Meetings of the Student Body shall be called by the President of the Student Government with approval of two-thirds of the Executive Council, or shall be called by order of the SGA Senate when petitioned by five per cent of the students. Amendment 2. Installation of student body officers shall take place after the first regular meeting following their election. Amendment 3. All students certified by the Registrar's Office as being members of that particular class and divi- sion shall be entitled to vote in that particular election. Amendment 4. Members of the Executive Council shall include the student body officers, class presidents, a repre- sentative from the Men's Executive House Council, a representative from the Women's Executive House Council, a representative from the student body at large, the superintendent of the College Union, Minister of Academic Affairs, and Min- 43 ister of Student Affairs. The Chairman of the Executive Council shall be the President of the : SGA. Amendment 5. There shall be three (3) Student body officers: president, vice-president, judiciary chairman. An office of finance shall be established in the Execu- tive Secretariat. The secretary of the office of finance shall assume the duties of treasurer as prescribed in the student body by-laws. Clerical, secretarial and other duties designated by the SGA president, which were held by the office of . secretary, shall be performed by staff persons selected by the three student body officers, ef- fective March 19, 1971. Amendment 6. 1. A total of thirty undergraduate representatives shall be apportioned according to the number of students in each division, except for the Gradu- ate Division, which shall have its representa- tive(s) appointed by the President of the SGA upon recommendation of the Dean of the Graduate School and the Graduate Student Panel. 2. Election of Freshman Class representatives and the appointment of the Graduate Student representative shall take place in the Fall Quarter. Amendment 7. The Senate shall be composed of the vice-presi- dents of the classes, representatives from the divisions of the college and the graduate school, ex-officio members, temporary senators, and the Vice-President of the SGA who shall act as chair- man. a. A total of fifteen undergraduate representa- tives shall be apportioned according to the num- ber of students in each division, except for the graduate division who shall have its representa- tives appointed by the president of the SGA upon recommendation of the Dean of the Graduate School and the Graduate Student Panel. b. Election of division representatives shall take place in the Spring quarter. c. Graduate representative appointment sliall be in the fall. 44 BY-LAWS ARTICLE I Student Government Association Section 1. Structure There shall be a Student Government Association structured in a bi-cameral system with a Student Senate and an Executive Council. Section 2. Officers. The officers of the Student Government Association shall be the student body officers. Section 3. Judiciary. A student Judiciary Commission shall be a part of the Student Government Association and shall have such authority as vested in it by the Student Senate and Executive Council. ARTICLE II Duties of Student Body Officers Section 1. President The President of the Student Body shall have the following duties and powers: (a) To execute the laws enacted by the Student Senate and Executive Council. (b) To call and preside over meetings of the Executive Council. (c) To submit to the Student Senate at the first regular meeting of Spring Quarter for approval the proposed SGA budget for the following year. (d) To veto acts of the Student Government. If the President does not veto any act of the Student Government within five days after passage, such acts shall become law without the President's signature. (e) To examine quarterly the books and records of the Treasur- er of the Student Body, all members of the Executive Coun- cil, and all subsidiary organizations. (f) To attend all meetings of the Student Senate. (g) To execute all powers and duties found in this constitution and the laws of the Student Body. Section 2. Vice-President The Vice-President of the Student Body shall have the follow- ing duties and powers: (a) To execute the duties and powers of the President of the Student Body in his absence. (b) To preside over all the meetings of the Student Senate and to cast a vote in the Student Senate in case of a tie. 45 (c) To perform such duties as the President of the Student Body may assign to him. (d) To appoint the members of all committees of the Student Senate and serve as ex-officio member of all such commit- tees. Section 3. Secretary The Secretary of the Student Body shall have the following duties and powers: (a) To serve as recording secretary for the Executive Council. (b) To send to the office of the President of the Student Body within 48 hours after enactment, all laws passed by the Stu- dent Senate, and to return to the Senate all legislation signed or vetoed by the President. (c) To serve as manager of the Student Body office and handle correspondence. (d) To have all acts and decisions of the Student Senate pub- lished in the official student newspaper in the next issue following adoption. (e) To perform all other duties as may be given him by the President of the Student Body. Section 4. Treasurer The Treasurer of the Student Body shall have the following duties and powers: (a) To present to the Student Senate and to have published in the official college newspaper quarterly written financial reports on all activities supported by Student Activities Fees. (b) To be responsible for the financial administration and records of the SGA. (c) To serve as Chairman of the Finance Committee. (d) To deliver to the Executive Council a financial report at all regular meetings. Section 5. Judiciary The Judiciary Chairman shall be chairman of the Judiciary Commission. ARTICLE III Executive Council Members of the Executive Council shall include the student body officers, class presidents, a representative from the Men's Executive House Council, a representative from the Women's Executive House Council, a representative from the student body at large, the superintendent of the College Union, Minister of Academic Affairs, and a Minister of Student Affairs. The chair- man of the Executive Council shall be the President of the SGA. 46 ARTICLE IV Student Judiciary Commission Section 1. Judicial Authority The Judicial Authority of the Student Bodv of West Georgia College shall be vested in the Judicial Commission and such other courts as the Student Senate shall establish. Section 2. Administratives: Practice and Procedure (a) The Chairman of the Judiciary Commission as chief ad- ministrative officer of the Judicial System shall be vested with and shall exercise in accordance with rules adopted by the Judiciary Commission the authority to: (1) Assign justices and judges to temporary duty, (2) Supervise the administration of all courts, (3) To inform the Student Senate and Executive Council of the Judicial System and record measures for the improvement of the administration of justice. (b) The Student Judiciary shall adopt rules governing practices and procedures in all courts. (c) All courts shall conduct open hearings unless otherwise requested by the defendent. This is not to be construed to prohibit the court, after the beginning of the hearing from expelling spectators or witnesses if the circumstances require or from deciding the case in the chambers. Section 3. Composition of the Judiciary Commission (a) The Judiciary Commission shall consist of: (1) The Judiciary Chairman who shall be elected from the rising Junior or Senior class. (2) Eight associate justices appointed by the Judiciary Chairman with the approval of the Senate and the Exec- utive Council. At least three of these justices shall be women. All associate justices shall serve as long as they maintain a 2.0 academic average and carry a minimum of fifteen (15) academic hours. Section 4. Procedures (a) The concurrence of a majority of the justices voting shall be necessary to render effective a decision of the Judicial Commission providing five (5) justices are present and voting. (b) The Judicial Chairman shall preside over sessions of the Judiciary Commission and designate an associate justice in his absence. If the Judiciary Chairman fails to so desig- nate, a majority of the court shall designate a Chairman to preside and vote. 47 Section 5. Jurisdiction (a) The Judiciary Commission shall have exclusive original jurisdiction over cases and controversies involving ques- tions regarding constitutionality. (b) The Judiciary Commission shall have exclusive original jurisdiction over cases involving impeachment of officers of the student bodv. (c) Appeals from any other courts may be taken as a matter of right to the Judiciary Commission from iudgements imposing a penalty considered by the defendant to be over- ly punitive or as a result of any prejudicial errors committed by the court. (d) The court may review any decision of any other courts as the student Senate may from time to time establish. (e) The Judiciary Commission may issue writs of mandamus, prohibitation, and quo warrants when a student body of- ficer is moved as a respondant, or such other writs as necessary or proper to complete exercise of its jurisdiction. (f) The Jiidiciarv Commission shall have the authority to cite the defendant, his counsel, the opposing counsel, a witness, or spectator for contempt of court, and shall have the authority to try him for this offense and issue punishment thereof. ARTICLE V Senate Section 1. Composition The Senate shall be composed of the vice-presidents and secre- tary-treasurers of the classes, representatives from the Fresh- man class, representatives from the divisions of the college and the Graduate School, ex-officio members, and the vice-presi- dent of the SGA, who shall act as Chairman. Section 2. Senate Offices and Duties The Senate shall elect by majority vote a President Pro-tem from among its members who shall assume ihe duties of Chair- man in the absence of the Vice-President of the SGA. It shall likewise elect a secretary to keep minutes of the proceedings of the Senate and furnish them to the Secretary of the SGA for distribution to SGA members. ARTICLE VI Procedures of Legislatu I Legislation or proposals may originate either in the Executive Council or in the Senate and must be approved by both bodies. Measures approved by the Senate must be approved by the Execu- tive Council and bv the President of the student bodv; however a 48 measure vetoed by the Executive Council or by the student body President can be passed over veto by a two-thirds vote of the Senate. ARTICLE VII Ministers There shall be two (2) administrative assistants to the Presi- dent of the student body Mmister of Student Affairs and a Mm- ister of Academic Affairs. Section 1. The ministers shall be appointed by the President of the student body upon approval of the student Senate. Section 2. The Ministers' shall act as a liason between their com- mittees and their counterparts in the college administration, and shall advise the Executive Council on matters relative to their delegated areas of responsibility as designated by the President. ARTICLE VIII Meetings Section 1. Regular meeting The Student Government Association shall meet regularly; the Executive Council and the Senate shall meet once every two weeks on alternating weeks. Section 2. Special meetings Special meetings may be called by the Chairman of the Execu- tive Council or the Chairman of the Senate. Section 3. Attendance Members are required to attend all regular meetings of the Association. Attendence at special meetings is desired but not compulsory. After two (2) consecuti\ e absences from regular meetings or four non-consecutive absences, a member shall automatically be removed upon written notification by the Secretary of the SGA. ARTICLE IX Vacancies Section L Class Officers The vacancy in the office of a class president shall be filled by the vice-president, who shall then appoint, with Senate approval, a new vice-president. Other class vacancies may be filled by the respective president. Section 2. Appointed Offices Vacancies in appointive offices shall be filled by re-appoint- - ment. Section 3. Division Representatives If a vacancy should occur in the office of a division representa- 49 tive, it shall be filled by election by the Senate from eligible stu- dents in that division. Vacancies shall be announced at the first regular meeting prior to the nomination and election at the following regular Senate meeting. Section 4. Student Body Officers. Vacancies in the office of a Student Body Officer shall be filled by re-election at the next general election. Until the next Student Body Election, the following changes in positions shall take place: a. Vice-President shall assume the duties of President. b. President pro-tem of the Senate shall assume the duties of the Vice-President. c. Secretary of the Senate shall assume the duties of the Sec- retary of the Student Body. d. Associate Chairman of the Finance Committee shall re- place the Ireasurer. 0. Judiciary Chairman shall be replaced by an individual elected by the majority of the Judiciary Commission. ARTICLE X Commissions, Councils, and Committees The SGA shall establish the following Commissions, Councils, and Committees to facilitate its work: Section 1. Finance Committee (a) This committee shall make recommendations on all mone- tary matters which fall within the purview of the SGA activities and establish policy necessary to the efficient operation of the committee. (b) This committee shall also receive proposed budgets of the various student activity groups receiving funds allocated by the SGA. Representatives of each organization shall submit their proposed budgets to the Finance Committee for approval and shall also administer all special funds. (c) Membership shall consist of the SGA Treasurer, who shall be chairman, plus two (2) representatives from each class appointed by the presidents of the respective class and ap- proved by the SGA. (d) The Chairman of the Finance Committee shall appoint an Associate Chairman of the Finance Committee. Section 2. Election Committee (a) This committee shall prepare, for SGA approval, a statute entitled ''Student Government Policies and Procedures". This shall be reviewed periodically and any necessary changes proposed. It shall supervise all Student Body and o(her elections and polls as directed by the SGA. M) lb) The Election Committee shall conduct the following specific elections: (1) Student Body Officers Winter Quarter (2) Rising Sophomore, Junior, and Senior Class Elections, and Division Representative Elections Spring Quarter. (3) Freshman Class Elections Fall Quarter. (4) Homecoming Queen and Court Winter Quarter. (c) The Committee shall report any alleged violations of the statute entitled "Student Election Policies and Procedures" to the Judiciary Commission for decision. (d) To have published in the college newspaper in the two (2) issues prior to all elections, a notice of the time and place of such elections, including notice of such vacancies as are to be filled in said election. (e) The Committee shall be composed of a Chairman, who shall be a member of the Senate, and other members the Chairman deems necessary. They shall be approved by the Senate. Section 3. Projects and Constitutions Committee (a) Duties The Committee shall hear all requests for projects and fund-raising activities by organizations and shall study and review all constitutions submitted by an organization for SGA approval. It shall afterwards submit recommenda- tions for final approval by the Senate. This Committee shall annually review all constitutional amendments of campus organizations. (b) Composition The Chairman of this Committee shall be a class officer in the Senate, appointed by the President of the SGA, and the members shall be the other class officers in the Senate. Section 4. Summer Commission (a) This Summer Commission shall be vested with ultimate authority, both legislative and judicial, during summer quarter. It shall be composed of all SGA representatives enrolled Summer Quarter, (b) The presiding officer of the Summer Commission shall be the highest ranking Student Body Officer enrolled during summer quarter. If no Student Body Officer is enrolled during summer quarter, the presiding officer shall be elect- ed from among the Student Government representatives enrolled. Section 5. Special Committees Special Committees may be established as the need arises. Section 6. Representatives to Faculty Committees 51 Representatives to faculty committees shall be appointed by the President of the SGA with approval of the Senate. ARTICLE XI Class Organizations Section 1. Each of the four academic classes shall be vested with the authority to organize academic levels, elect class officers, administer necessary class duties and responsibilities, and to provide specific representation to the SGA. Section 2. All officers and members of these governmental units, except the Summer Commission, whether elected or appoint- ed, shall serve in their respective positions for a period of one year, entering their duties at the time of their installation. Section 3. Each class shall elect a President, Vice-President, and Secretary- Treasurer. The Freshman class shall also elect five (5) representatives. Section 4. The following specific responsibilities are assigned to the respective classes: (1) Senior Class Homecoming Winter Quarter (2) Sophomore Class Rat Week Fall Quarter Section 5. Each class shall meet as frequently as necessary and upon call by the President of the class. A quorum for a meeting requiring class action shall be ten per cent (10%) of those classified as being members. ARTICLE XII Apportionment Section 1. A total of thirty representatives shall be divided among the divisions of the college and shall be apportioned accord- ing to the number of students in each division, including the Graduate Division. Section 2. Scholastic and Citizenship Requirements. At the time of election each candidate for office must have an overall academic average of "C" and must be in good academic and social standing. At the first meeting of the Executive Council following notification of the Dean of Student Affairs, mid- term grades shall apply to Freshmen. ARTICLE XIII House Councils Section 1. Duties Each House Council shall be vested with the authority designa- ted by the Student Judiciary Commission in matters governing students living in each respective residence hall. 52 Section 2. Membership Each Residence Hall shall organize their House Council on a representative basis. Section 3. Officers Each House Council shall annually elect those officers neces- sary to administer the organization. Section 4. Procedures The statute entitled "Student Judiciary Procedures" shall govern the judicial procedures and actions of the house coun- cils. ARTICLE XIV Campus Organizations Section 1. Right of Formation Any group of students numberina twentv f20) or more and who can show that they have special interests which can be differ- entiated from those of any existing group on campus may be chartered as a campus organization after following proper procedures. Section 2. Procedure After the proposed organization has submitted their constitu- tion to the SGA Projects-Constitution Committee for approval the organization's request for official recognition will be granted hv the SGA. Section 3. Annual Review Every campus organization will be reviewed by an SGA com- mittee appointed by the SGA President to ascertain whether or not the organization is fulfilling the objectives stated in its constitution. Should the review findings be held unsatisfactory by the appointed committee, the SGA may remove its offi- cial recognition by a majority vote from each house. 53 UNION PROGRAM COUNCIL MEMBERS Larry Benton Superintendent Richard Collier Entertainment Diane Benton Fine Arts Ben Fluery Recreation Elaine Brock Social Susan Schollenberger House Kathy Jackson Publicity Evelyn Owensby Secretary UNION BOARD MEMBERS Dean Tracy Stallings Chairman Mr. Harmon Tolbert Administration Representative Mr. Robert England Faculty Representative Mr. Doyle Akins Alumni Representative Don Smart Student Government Association Students-at-Large Commuting Student Representative Married Student Representative Jim Hovanec Representative of Men's Interhall Council Representative of Peggy O'Neal Women's Executive House Council Mr. David Parkman. . . Director of Student Activities (ex-officio) Larry Benton . . . Superintendent of Program Council (ex-officio) Mr. Cecil Knotts Union Director (ex-officio) 56 The Union Program Council is composed of the chairman of the various student program committees and serves to coordin- ate the various Union-sponsored programs and activities. The committees, working with the Director of Student Activities and staff, initiate and develop activities for all members of the college community. This past year, the Program Council sponsored concerts by The Classics IV, Pat Paulsen, Chambers Brothers, Kenny Rogers and the First Edition, Josh White, and a number of dances. The following committees serve as integral parts of the Union Program Council: 1. Entertainment The entertainment committee is responsible for producing shows of name entertainment, dances and pageants, and developing talent throughout the college. It keeps a talent file to be used for arranging entertainment. The entertainment committee cooperates with other Union committees and outside organizations to furnish entertain- ment for designated events. 2. Fine Arts The fine arts committee plays an important part in the development of a cultural program within the college. Its responsibilities include the promotion of programs such as exhibits, lectures, musical events, concerts, discussion groups, forums and debates. In brief, any program that contributes to a broader education of the West Georgia student in the areas of art, music, humanities, and other related fields is the concern and responsibility of this com- mittee. 3. House The house committee makes recommendations to the Union Board concerning allotment of space and use of facilities. It maintains the information and lost and found section, orders records, magazines and other reading mater- ial for the Center. It also collects ideas and information from other Unions in an effort to constantly improve exist- ing programs. 4. Recreation The recreation committee sponsors instruction in activities such as chess, bridge, dance, billiards, etiquette, charm, knitting, photography, and other special skills. It is responsible for the recreational facilities within the building; and for the organization of any other special interest groups or activities within the realm of recreation. It is also respon- sible for the selection and showing of movies. 5. Publicity The publicity committee coordinates all pub- licity of Union activities through posters and news releases. 57 Since the success of each program is dependent upon good advertising, it is evident that this committee must be involved in every area of Union activity. 6. Secretarial The secretarial committee is responsible for , taking minutes of all committee meetings and keeping all records of the Union Program Council. The chairman of the secretarial committee shall be the official secretary of the Union Program Council and sees that all committees are provided with a secretary. 7. Social The social committee is responsible for all social activities sponsored by the Union and provides opportunities for West Georgia students to participate in these activities. It is responsible for arranging any social programs that should arise such as teas, receptions, and coffee hours. THE UNION NEEDS INTERESTED PEOPLE TO SERVE ON THESE COMMITTEES. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED, PICK UP AN APPLICATION IN THE UNION LOBBY OFFICE AND TURN IT IN TO THE DIRECTOR OE STUDENT ACTIVITIES. YOU WILL BE CONTACTED BY A MEMBER OF THE PRO- GRAM COUNCIL. Monday- Saturday Sunday LOBBY OEFICE AND RECREA TION HOURS Friday 8:00 A.M.- 11:00 P.M. 11:00 A.M. -11:00 P.M. 12:00 Noon- 11:00 P.M. 58 West Georgia College offers a variety of services designed to meet the needs of the student. The following is a brief synopsis of each of the major student services at the college. Also included are a number of regulations concerning each service. Dining Hall Meals at West Georgia College are served cafeteria style from modern steam tables. The aims of the dining hall are to serve at a moderate cost food which is properly cooked, attractive in ap- pearance, and of such variety as will allow the choice of an adequate meal and to make the surroundings of the students inviting, pleasant and restful. Students are expected to maintain high standards of behavior in the dining hall. Students are asked to cooperate in helping to maintain high standards by: 1. Showing consideration for others and taking their proper place in the serving line. 2. Appearing neatly dressed for each meal. Athletic or gym clothes, slides or shower shoes, or under shirts are not to be worn in the dining hall. Men and women shall dress appropriately for Sunday dinner. 3. Presenting meal tickets at each meal and by keeping tickets in a readable condition. Meal tickets are not transferable. Students without tickets will be expected to pay for their meal but if the ticket is presented within 48 hours, refunds will be made between 9:00- 10:00 and 3:30-4:30, Monday through Friday. Health Service The college provides a health service for all students and college employees. The infirmary is located in a new facility across the street from the Student Center. The infirmary stays open 24 hours a day 7 days a week except during quarter break. If an emergency arises after the curfew for women, the student is asked to report to the host or resident advisor, who will contact the security office by phone. Proper arrangements for the student will then be made by the security office. All students are requested to report to the infirmary when ill. The campus doctor will see students between 8:30 and 12 and 1:30 and 5:00. After 5:00 p.m. the campus doctor is on call. Emer- gency cases will be sent to Tanner Memorial Hospital. 60 An accident-health insurance policy is available for a small cost. The cost is not included in the fees paid to the college. A brochure containing information on the policy will be mailed to each student prior to registration. Payment should be made direct- ly to the representatives of the insurance company who will be on campus at the time of registration. All students and faculty who do not have meal tickets for the dining room must pay for meals while confined to the infirmary. Students will be expected to adhere to the procedures and policies established by the Health Committee. The Tanner Memorial Hospital provides additional health and emergency service. College Union The College Union is the community center of the campus the cultural, social, recreational, and service center for students, faculty, administration, staff, alumni, and guests of the college. Included in the Union building is the college dining hall, a snack bar, student offices, television, and multi-purpose rooms for meetings, parties and other activities. Recreational facilities of the Union include billiard tables, table tennis, and a wide variety of table games that may be checked out with a student identification card. Games to be used in the lobby area may be checked out in the lobby office. The Student Government Association, the Interfraternity Council, Director of Student Activities, Assistant Director of Student Activities, Director of Auxiliary Enterprises, Food Service, College Photographer, Union Program Council, and publications have offices in the building. Facilities in the union are suitable for groups of various sizes and the Union staff will be happy to assist you in planning your needs. Reservations for various facilities are made with the Direc- tor of Student Activities, who keeps the official college calendar. All activities must be scheduled on the calendar in order to assure your use of the room and obtain publicity for your program. Policy on the use of the West Georgia College Student Center The use of the West Georgia College Student Center and its facilities is restricted to students, faculty, staff, administra- tion, and invited guests except on occasions when the union board may invite the general public to an open house. No per- 61 son shall enter or remain in any of the West Georgia College Student Center's facilities except as herein provided. An invited guest is: (1) a person who is invited by a Union Member to the West Georgia College Student Center for a spe- cific occasion or to a program under the jurisdiction of the Union; or (2) by the College for conferences, special functions, tours, official visits; or (3) by a registered student organization to at- tend open programs. To qualify as a guest of a member, the individual must be escorted to the building by the member and accompanied by the member while using the building. The use of the Student Center by a guest is limited to the specific occasion to which he is invited, and is not to be inter- preted to include regular, repeated use of the facilities. Any persons not qualifying as guests as outlined above are subjected to removal from the premises and to such penalties as may be imposed by Regent regulations. Guests, like members of the Union, are also subject to the rules and regulations governing use of the Student Center that are made by statute or by the appropriate College authority. Library Hours and Regulations The Library is open Monday through Thursday from 7:30 a.m. to 11:00 p.m., on Fridays from 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., on Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and on Sundays from 3:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Books in the general collection may be checked out for a period of two weeks. A fine of 10 cents per day will be charged on overdue books. There will be a 3-day grace period in which no fine will be charged; however, on the fourth day the fine will be 40 cents and 10 cents per day thereafter. Reserve books circulate according to the instructions of the professor. Books on special reserve must be used in the library. Those taken out overnight must be returned by 9:00 a.m. the following morning. Books on three-day reserve may be checked from the library for a period of three days and are not renewable. A fine of 25 cents will be charged for reserve books each day they are overdue. 62 College Store For the convenience of the students, the college maintains a store on the campus, located in the College Auditorium (ground floor), where students may purchase textbooks, pencils, pens, notebooks, stationery, toilet articles, records, jewelry and other items. Satellite bookstores carrying supplies and toilet articles are open from 6 to 9 p.m. Sunday through Thursday in Gunn and Strozier halls. The cost of textbooks will depend upon the courses taken and whether books are purchased new or used. New texts will cost approximately $40.00 per quarter; used texts, about one- third less. Store hours are 8:005:00 Monday through Friday. Student Housing Residence hall living at West Georgia College offers a signifi- cant contribution to the total educational development of each resident student as he learns from individuals of varied back- grounds, experiences, and personal philosophies. Harmonious living, broadened horizons, and increased human understanding are all desired results of the residence experience. The environ- ment of a hall is largely dependent upon the cooperation, interest and participation of each student. Individual responsibility and initiative are essential characteristics of communal living. Most of the West Georgia Uving centers have been constructed in the last ten years. They not only meet the physical needs of comfort, safety and attractive surroundings, but also aid in the development of a disciplined mind, a social consciousness and a large degree of responsibility for governing a group's affairs. Staffing ^dich. hall is guided by staff personnel consisting of hall directors who have an interest in and an aptitude for student personnel work. Assisting hall directors are undergraduate head residents and resident advisors who are chosen on the basis of maturity, character, and breadth of college experience. Each hall elects its own house council to provide the students with an atmos- phere which contributes to the intellectual and social experiences of each student. Housing Policy Frowid&d that space is available, all freshman students and sophomore female students will be required to reside on-campus unless they are married or are living with parents, relatives or legal guardians. Junior and senior women may live off campus with parental permission. No student over 21 years of age is required to live on campus. All students who are required to or desire to live on campus must complete an application form and file it with the Housing Office. 63 Application Procedures A housing application will be sent to the student after he has been tentatively accepted by the Ad- missions Office or readmitted by the Registrar. Except for appli- cations for the summer quarter, a $25 deposit must accompany all completed housing application forms when they are returned to the Housing Office. The $25 deposit should be either a check or money order made payable to West Georgia College. Sophomore, junior and senior students who desire housing for the following year will file applications and select rooms during the spring quarter. Assignments AssigrvvciQwis, for sophomore, junior and senior students for the following academic year are made during the spring quarter. All other housing assignments are made prior to the beginning of each quarter with the majority of assignments being made prior to the fall quarter. Once an assignment has been made, it will be considered binding for the duration of the academic year (September-June). Notifications of new assign- ments are sent prior to the beginning of each quarter. Summer Housing A separate application must be submitted for the summer quarter. A housing deposit is not required for the summer quarter. Off-Campus Housing The Housing Office maintains a partial listing of off-campus housing available in the CarroUton area. This information is listed on file in the housing office and is not available for mailing to individuals. College Post Office The college post office is located in Hamm Hall across from the Student Center. The same box is kept by a student as long as he is an on-campus student. Mail should be addressed in this form: John Doe Box 000, (Residence Hall) West Georgia College CarroUton, Georgia 301 17 All United States mail services including registered mail, insured mail, and purchases of money orders are provided by the College Post Office. Through the inter-office service, mail may be sent to other students and faculty free. Name, box number, and residence hall are required on mail being sent to a student. All students, including those living off-campus, are assigned a mailbox. Post office hours are 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday. Boxes should be checked daily. 64 Laundry Service Each residence hall on campus has an automatic washer and dryer. The Apex Linen Service offers linen service for all students who are interested. This service includes two sheets, one pillow case, and four large bath towels each week of the school year, except summer school. The cost is $30.00 for the school year plus a $10.00 deposit which is refundable at the end of the school year if all linen is returned with the key to your locker. Additional information is mailed to each student upon receipt of a request for housing. Current College Catalog Policy Each entering student is furnished, free of charge, a current college catalog, which will govern his course of study while at West Georgia. Should a student, for any reason, desire an additional copy of this catalog or a copy of a catalog for a subsequent year, he may purchase one in the Publications Office, Sanford Hall. The Counseling Center The Counseling Center is located in Rooms 103 and 204 of the Administration Building and is available all week days from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to provide services for the student. Coun- selors are available at the Student Center two days a week from 11:00 a.m. through 2:00 p.m. and at the infirmary two days a week. These services include testing, personal counseling, educational counseling and vocational counseling; help is offered on study habits and reading skills. The Counseling Center acts as a referral service for other facilities on campus that are here to serve the student. The Counseling Center has a staff of four and is always ready to serve you. We have an open door policy and you can always see a counselor. Tutoring Service A campus-wide tutorial service is a primary undertaking of the Junior Women's Honor Society. Students wishing to serve as tutors or students desiring a tutor should register with the service which then makes the assignments of tutors to students. A fee is paid to the tutor by the student. 65 r^'* ACADEMIC POLICIES Student Responsibility All colleges establish certain requirements which must be met before a degree is granted. These regulations concern such things as curricula and courses, majors and minors, and campus residence requirements. Advisors, counselors, faculty, and deans will always help a student meet these requirements, but the stu- dent himself is responsible for fulfilling them. If these require- ments have not been satisfied at the end of his course of study, the degree will be withheld pending adequate fulfillment. The student is also held responsible for being acquainted with all regulations and procedures as stated in the catalogue, quarterly bulletin, student handbook, and other official publi- cations of the college. For these reasons, it is important for each student to familiarize himself with these publications and remain currently informed throughout his college career. Probation and Dismissal V SCHOLASTIC PROBATION Students who are not doing satisfactory work are placed on scholastic probation to emphasize to them the need to analyze their situation and to determine the cause of poor work. Any student failing to maintain a 1.3 average or any full-time student failing to pass ten hours with a grade of C or above is placed on probation. He may remove himself from probation by passing at least ten hours with a grade of C or better in one quarter. A student on probation at the end of his last previous quarter in attendance shall not be eligible to participate in activities requiring public performance or to hold a student office. Students on probation may not register for courses which require or might require public performances (e.g., choir, debating, and dramatics). Music and speech majors are permitted to enroll in such courses if their major requires it but are not permitted to participate in off-campus performances. Although scholastic probation normally is based upon final grades and begins the following quarter, a dormitory student or a resident student whose course load drops below twelve academic hours is placed on probation effective on the date he drops below the minimum and is, as of that date, ineligible 68 to participate in college-sponsored activities unless authorized by the Dean of Academic Affairs. Students on probation are not elibible for employment as student assistants. Those who engage in part-time employment outside the college should relinquish such employment. Any student who is on probation at the close of the spring quarter must attend the summer session at West Georgia College and remove himself from scholastic probation if he wishes to attend the college the next fall quarter. Otherwise he must re- main out until the winter quarter. SCHOLASTIC DISMISSAL A student on scholastic probation must remove himself from such probation during the next succeeding quarter. If he fails to do so, he will be dismissed for one quarter. A student who has been dismissed for the first time may return on probation in any quarter except the fall. If the first dismissal occurs at the end of the winter or spring quarter, he may elect to enroll for the next quarter rather than to remain out. Should he fail to remove himself from probation, he will be given his second dis- missal. A student who has twice been dismissed may not again be admitted as a candidate for a degree. This regulation shall not, however, constitute a bar to the student's admission to particular courses after the lapse of a time interval sufficient to obtain evidence that his scholastic disabilities have been overcome. A student failing in all his work will be dismissed and will not have the option to return for the next quarter. He may apply for probationary re-entrance in any quarter except the fall. A full-time student who is dropped for excessive absences from two courses will be dismissed from college for the remainder of the quarter. In addition to the above probation and dismissal regulations, the following dismissal regulations apply. At the end of each academic year, or, when each student has attempted 45, 90, and 135 hours respectively, his academic record will be reviewed, and those students having attained grade- point averages below 1.50, 1.60, and 1.80 respectively will be subject to permanent dismissal. For academic standing required of graduate students, see Division of Graduate Studies. 69 A student on both scholastic and disciplinary probation at the end of a quarter ordinarily will be excluded from the college. With the concurrence of both the Dean of Academic Affairs and the Dean of Student Affairs, he may be permitted to continue his work. Absences Each instructor determines the specific absence policy in his class. He judges whether absences are justified and determines whether the student should remain in a class or be dropped. In all cases, the student is responsible for all material presented in class and for all announcements and assignments. Circulars inform the instructor of absences resulting from college-sponsored activities. The infirmary issues a slip to each student who is admitted to the infirmary. The student is expected to explain all other absences to each of his instructors. Any stu- dent who must be absent for more than three successive days is required to notify the office of the Dean of Student Affairs. In no case may a student miss more than twenty-five per cent of his classes and receive credit for the course. Only under extra- ordinary or justifiable circumstances, however, will an instructor permit a student to reach this limit. If a student is dropped from one of his courses for excessive cuts, he is placed on probation; if he is dropped from a second course, he is dismissed from the college for the remainder of the quarter. (See "Scholastic Probatitm" and "Scholastic Dis- missal.") If a student for legitimate reasons is unable to continue at- tendance in a class he should formally drop the class, or with- draw from the college; otherwise, a grade of F or WF will be recorded. (See "Course Changes" and "Withdrawals.") Grade Reports At the end of each quarter, a full report showing courses taken, grades earned, and grade-point average is mailed to each student. If the student has been placed on probation, an appro- priate notation appears on the grade report. Examinations Examinations are held at the end of each quarter in accor- dance with a definite schedule. No regular examinations may be given in advance of the date scheduled unless authorized by the Office of Academic Affairs. 70 Grades and Grade Points The following grading system is used: Grade points per credit hour A Excellent 4 B Good 3 C Satisfactory 2 D Passing 1 F Failure S Satisfactory U Unsatisfactory W Withdrew WP Withdrew, passing WF Withdrew, failing AU Auditor I Incomplete The grades of S and U are reserved for some courses which carry credit but no grade points, such as Education 420-421-4221 (Teaching Internship), certain seminar courses and certain phys- ical education courses. A student who officially withdraws from a course receives a grade of W, WP, or WF. The grade of W is given when the student withdraws before an instructor has evidence of the qual- ity of his work in the course. The grade of WP is given when work already done in a course is passing and when withdrawal occurs not later than two weeks before the last day of classes. W and WP grades are not computed in determining grade point averages. A WF grade is counted as an F. The I grade indicates that a student has been unable to com- plete the work of a course. It is given only when work already done is of acceptable quality. Additional required work must be completed during the next quarter in residence; otherwise, the grade becomes an F. The grade point ratio is the grade average made on all work for which a student has received grades other than W, WP, S, U, or I. It is obtained by dividing the total number of grade points earned by the total number of hours attempted less those hours for which grades of W, WP, S, U, or I have been given. Twenty hours of work in which a student has made the grade of D or F and in which he has later made a higher grade will be eliminated in computing his grade point average for grad- uation. No more than ten hours of the above 20 can be in the student's major field. All entries, however, remain a part of the 71 student's permanent record. Repeating a course more than once requires the approval of the chairman of the division of the stu- dent's major. No course in which a student has made a C or above may be repeated. Catalogue Requirements for Graduation Each student has the option of graduating under the catalog in effect at the time of entry or that in effect at the time he wishes to graduate; however, he is required to comply with all of the requirements of one or the other. Dean s List Students who achieve a grade point ratio of 3.5 on a mini- mum of 15 quarter hours will be placed on the Dean's List. Classification Freshmen are those students who have less than 40 quarter hours of academic credit; sophomores, those with 40 or more quarter hours of academic credit with an average of C or better, but less than 85; juniors, those with 85 or more quarter hours of academic credit with an average of C or better, but less than 130; seniors, those with 130 or more hours of academic credit with an average grade of C or better. Academic Standards 1. Students should attend class faithfully and attempt to pursue their studies in a scholarly manner. This means that not only should they submit assignments on the date due or earlier and be prepared for tests at any time, but that they should go as far beyond the requirements of a course as their abilities and interests allow. 2. Students should show the utmost respect and courtesy toward fellow students and faculty members both inside and outside the classroom. 3. When any student submits any work to be graded by an instructor, that work must be entirely his own. A. This rule applies not only to final examinations and hour quizzes, but also to pop quizzes, lab reports, themes, book reports, term papers and projects, and any homework that is to be graded. B. In the case of any formal paper presented for grading, there must be no plaj^iarism. Plagiarism is the stealing and passing 72 off as one's own the ideas or writing of another. This means that a student cannot submit as his own work the work of another student or faculty member on this campus or else- where, or the work of a scholar found in some written source. It is true that certain ideas are so general that they are, as it were, "in the public domain" and need not have citations as to their sources, but the student must be careful. In general, he should follow two rules. If he is directly quoting a source, word for word, he should use quotation marks around the quotation, footnote the source, and cite the page number in the appropriate position in the footnote. If he is not quot- ing, but paraphrasing (changing only the wording, but not the idea), he need not use quotation marks, but he still must give a footnote to the source, taking care to cite the page or pages quoted. 4. When any student submits work to an instructor to be graded, he should be willing to sign a statement to the effect that he neither gave nor received assistance while preparing that work, whether the instructor requires such a statement or not. Use of Student Academic Records The following statement by the American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers represents the general policy in effect at West Georgia College. "Student records, or information based on such records, may be disclosed to others when, in the judgment of the college or university, such disclosure serves the best interests of the student, the institution, or the community. Certain information must be regarded as confidential, and this information should be released without the student's consent only to responsible and properly identified persons and agencies having a legitimate interest in the material, and demonstrating a need to know.'* (The need to know rarely extends to all information concerning a student; only information pertinent to the inquiry should be given.) "In general, the policy should be of attempting to keep the student's record confidential and out of the hands of those who would use it for other than legitimate reasons. At the same time the policy should be flexible enough not to hinder the student, the school, or the community in their legitimate endeavors." College and University, "Release of Student Information," Vol. 41 , No. 4 (Summer, 1966), page 449. 73 : AWARDS AND HONORS Most of the awards listed below are made on Parents Day each spring quarter. ALPHA LAMBDA DELTA AWARD The annual Maria Leonard Book Award is given to the grad- uating senior who has maintained the highest cumulative grade point average, who earned membership in Alpha Lambda Delta during her freshman year. AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF UNIVERSITY PROFESSORS AWARD The West Georgia Chapter of the American Association of University Professors presents an annual award to the senior who has achieved the highest scholastic average of the graduating class. ART AWARDS A joint committee of the Student Government Association and the faculty of the art department annually selects for purchase prize awards one or more examples of student artwork. Such works are exhibited for one year in the Student Center and are then placed permanently in appropriate places on the campus. DELBERT CLARK AWARD As a memorial to the late Delbert Clark, nationally known leader in adult education, an award may be presented annually to leaders in the adult education field in recognition of outstanding achievements. Selection is made by a faculty committee. FOUNDERS DAY AWARD A Founders Day Award may be presented annually to a friend of West Georgia College who has made outstanding contributions to the cultural and economic life of the college. Selection is made by a faculty committee. Under exceptional circumstances more than one award may be made. HERNDON AWARD As a memorial to Thomas A. Herndon, Jr., a graduate of the class of 1939, friends and classmates established an award in 1953. Each year sheepskin brochures are awarded to freshmen or sopho- mores who have exhibited outstanding qualities of character, scholarship, civic leadership, interest and participation in the fields of social and political sciences as exemplified by the late 74 Tom Herndon. The selections are made by a joint committee of faculty and students. WILDA SEAGRAVES JACKSON AWARD This award is presented annually by the Alumni Association to a graduating senior in the field of education in recognition of scholastic achievement and the possession of those qualities which produce an excellent classroom teacher. The award was established in memory of Mrs. Jackson, a West Georgia alumna and an outstanding teacher, by her family and friends. WATSON AWARD As a memorial to Gordon Watson, late professor of English, each year the college awards honorary certificates to outstanding juniors and seniors who, in the estimation of the faculty, have attained distinction in their work, and who have exhibited those qualities of character, intelligent leadership, conscientious devo- tion to duty, unfailing courtesy, and adherence to truth and beauty which this esteemed teacher exemplified. WHO'S WHO IN AMERICAN UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES The names of a limited number of West Georgia College juniors and seniors are included each year in Who 's Who in Amer- ican Universities and Colleges. Students chosen for this honor are selected by a faculty and student committee on a basis of scholastic standing, participation in campus and community activities, and leadership ability and potential. WHAT TO KNOW? WHOM TO SEE? WHERE TO GO? at WEST GEORGIA COLLEGE To drop or add courses during first week of each quarter To correct errors in student's schedule To request transcripts To obtain information about grades To have transfer credits evaluated To be evaluated as to progress toward degree To make application for graduation To inform the selective service of your enrollment and standing To obtain time card for registration To apply for re-admission after absence of one quarter (except summer) To change name, address, etc., on college record To apply for change-of-residence classification SEE THE REGISTRAR on the ground floor of SAN- FORD HALL Miss Elizabeth Parker To resolve exam conflicts To withdraw from courses or add courses after the drop-add period To change major or advisor To obtain permission to enroll in other institutions for credit which will be transferred to WGC To resolve problems associated with academic probation, exclu- sion, or dismissal To carry extra hours or to appeal for an exception to academic regulations SEE THE ASSISTANT DEAN OF ACADEMIC COUN- SELING on the main floor of SANFORD HALL Dr. Donald W. Adams 78 To request a room change To secure information concerning off-campus housing To replace a lost room key To report defective lighting, plumbing, etc. (See Resident Advisor first) - SEE THE HOUSING OFFICE in the ADMINISTRATION BUILDING To obtain part-time employment on campus or off campus To obtain scholarships or scholarship information To obtain information concerning loans and grants SEE THE DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL AID in the AD- MINISTRATION BUILDING Mr. Paul Smith To obtain health services SEE THE CAMPUS PHYSICIAN OR NURSES in the INFIRMARY Dr. Angel Planas To obtain vocational counseling To obtain job interviews with various school systems and com- panies SEE THE DIRECTOR OF PLACEMENT SERVICES in the ADMINISTRATION BUILDING Mr. Art Sanders To assist you with your vocational, educational, personal, and other problems To help you develop better study skills SEE THE COUNSELING CENTER in the ADMINIS- TRATION BUILDING 79 To replace lost meal tickets and identification cards To cash checks To obtain information concerning fees GO TO THE BUSINESS OFFICE in the ADMINISTRA- TION BUILDING To withdraw from the college To discuss disciplinary problems To obtain permission for staging special events To obtain information concerning orientation for new students GO TO THE OFFICE OF STUDENT AFFAIRS in the ADMINISTRATION BUILDING Dean Tracy Stallings or Dean Georgia M. Martin To obtain permission to put up a sign, poster, or exhibit To reserve rooms for meetings To discuss rules and regulations for social events To obtain information on student organizations and activities To obtain information concerning student publications SEE THE DIRECTOR OF STUDENT ACTIVITIES on the ground floor of the STUDENT CENTER Mr. David Parkman To obtain information regarding social fraternities and sororities SEE THE ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF STUDENT AC- TIVITIES OR PRESIDENTS OF EITHER THE INTER- FRATERNITY COUNCIL OR THE PANHELLENIC COUNCIL on the ground floor of the STUDENT CEN- TER To obtain inforniation regarding student interest, student govern- ment, and student elections To have money-making projects on campus approved 80 To have new campus organizations approved To obtain information concerning student regulations GO TO THE STUDENT GOVERNMENT OFFICE on the ground floor of the STUDENT CENTER To obtain information concerning campus mailing regulations and procedures GO TO THE CAMPUS POST OFFICE in HAMM HALL To have pictures made for meal tickets and I.D. cards SEE THE COLLEGE PHOTOGRAPHER on the ground floor of the STUDENT CENTER Mr. Joe Griffies To obtain college and public information publications GO TO THE OFFICE OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS in the back of SANFORD HALL To obtain information concerning concerts, lectures, recreation activities, etc. GO TO THE UNION PROGRAM COUNCIL OFFICE on ground floor of STUDENT CENTER ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^Br " 1 '' '"i ' ^^^M \^ J \ / M M y-^ mm t' m^ L, B liV Si ,3f)i;:'-,-'?>k:: STUDENT REGULATIONS AND STANDARDS Students are admitted to West Georgia College with the expectation that they have developed acceptable personal stand- ards of conduct and ethics. Also, students are expected to have a responsible attitude toward regulations and standards of the col- lege, for the laws of the community, state and nation and to respect the standards of their fellow students. Students assume responsi- bility for their own conduct, and through their hall councils and the Student Judiciary Commission, accept responsibility for the behavior of their fellow students. College regulations go into effect at the time a student matricu- lates, and continue until the time of graduation or withdrawal. By the act of registration the student implies acceptance of the standards and regulations which are stated in this handbook and in other publications of the college. Students should realize that any behavior which reflects adversely upon the students of West Georgia College or upon the college will make the individual involved liable for disciplinary action. This is true whether the incident occurs on campus or off campus. Under the authority of the Board of Regents, the College is delegated the responsibility for establishing and enforcing regula- tions pertaining to student conduct (Regents By-laws. Art IV Sec. B.) Students are assured of adequate due process through procedures established and followed by the Dean of Student Affairs and the Student Government Association. A student may be subject to exclusion, dismissal, suspension, disciplinary probation, or other penalties when: 1. He is formally charged with the commission of a crime and his continued presence at the college is potentially dangerous (Policies, Board of Regents, p. 149). 2. There is evidence that he may have violated a local, state or federal law, but civil authorities have not taken jurisdiction or imposed penalties (Policies, Board of Regents, p. 149). 3. He is reported to the College for misconduct which in the opinion of the Dean of Academic Affairs is considered to be pre- judicial to the academic functions or reputation of the college. 4. He uses the College's name for soliciting funds for some other activity without prior approval by the proper College author- ity or otherwise misuses the college's name. 84 5. He, while enrolled, attending college-sponsored activities off campus, or attending functions of College-chartered organi- zations off campus, commits any of the following acts: a. Plagiarism, cheating, or other academic irregularities. b. Use or possession of alcoholic beverages. c. Gambling. d. Furnishing false information to the College. e. Forgery, alteration, or misuse of College records, docu- ments, or identification cards. f. Assault and battery. g. Unlawful destruction, damage, or use of public property or private property. h. Theft, larceny, embezzlement, or the temporary taking of the property of another without permission. i. Issuing bad checks. j. Disorderly conduct or unlawful assembly. k. Obscene conduct or public profanity. 1. Illegal manufacture, sale or possession or use of narcotics, marijuana, stimulants, hallucinogens, and other similar known harmful or habit-forming drugs and/or chemicals. m. Failure to comply with the official and proper order of a duly designated college authority or agency. n. Unauthorized entry into or use of a college building or facility. o. Obstruction of, disruption of, or interference with any College activity, or with an authorized program conducted on College premises by non-members of the College com- munity. (See Board of Regents Statement later in this chap- ter.) p. Unauthorized obstruction of, disruption of, or interference with vehicular or pedestrian traffic on College roadways or walkways, or on public streets and sidewalks adjoining, transversing, or in the vicinity of College property. q. Refusal to identify or falsely identifying one's self to any properly identified member of the College faculty or staff when in the exercise of his responsibilities he deems such identification to be necessary. r. Behavior which jeopardizes the safety or well-being of other members of the College community, or persons coming onto College property. The prescribed conduct includes, among other things, harrassment of, or interference with, firemen, policemen or other persons engaged in the performance of their official duties; physical abuse or threatening physical abuse of any person on College property; forcible detention of any person on College property. s. The possession or use of firearms, including rifles and shotguns, ammunitions, explosives or other dangerous 85 weapons, instruments, slingshots, devices or substances in or upon College premises, except by specific written per- mission of the campus police chief. This prohibition per- tains also to the possession of ingredients used to make molotov cocktails or other explosive^ or incendiary devices. t. Violation of fire regulations. Proscribed conduct includes, among other things, failure to comply with evacuation pro- cedures, tampering with fire-protection apparatus, use of fireworks; inappropriate use of open flame devices or com- bustible materials. u. Unauthorized possession or use of College keys. Keys to rooms, buildings or facilities belonging to the College may be obtained only through official channels and may be used onty for the purposes for which they are officially issued. V. Unauthorized use of sound amplification equipment in or on College property. w. Violation of College Housing Regulations. X. Violation of campus traffic rules and regulations. y. Violation of any other College policy or regulation. Freshman residence hall students 21 years of age or over and freshmen who are veterans may operate a vehicle on campus. They must show proof of age and/or a copy of D. D. Form 214 (in the case of veterans). Freshman residence hall students who have not reached the age of 21 and are not veterans may not bring or operate a motor vehicle on the campus. Any infraction of this rule carries a $25.00 fine. Anyone registering a vehicle in behalf of a freshman is subject to the same fine and penalty as the freshman. Dress: West Georgia College students are receiving an educa- tion preparing them for entrance into various professions. During one's college years, one should develop a practice of dressing in a manner which is appropriate for the occasion and in good taste. One should remember that as a West Georgia College student, he is a representative of the college in the eyes of the public both on-campus and off-campus and should, therefore, dress accordingly. Campus dress is treated primarily as a matter of individual taste and style. Students, however, are encouraged to be neat and clean and to exercise good judgment. Informal attire may be worn at breakfast, Friday dinner, Sat- urday lunch and dinner, and Sunday dinner. Clothes suitable to the classroom are worn for lunch and dinner. Sunday lunch will be considered a dressup affair for both men and women. 86 Fireworks: Fireworks are prohibited by state law and on this campus. Identification Cards: Each student receives an identification card at registration. This card serves to identify the student in kis use of the library and for his admission to activities sponsored by the college. The student must carry the identification card and present it at the request of any faculty or staff member, or of a security policeman. Narcotics and Dangerous Drugs: The college does not condone the possession, use or distribution, without authorized medical supervision, of narcotics, barbiturates, amphetamines, LSD, or other hallucinogens, or any other experimental drug classified as dangerous by Federal and/or State statutes and regulations. Any student so involved will be subject to severe disciplinary action and/or criminal prosecution in either the State or Federal Courts. Housing Policy: Provided that space is available, all freshman students and sophomore female students will be required to reside on-campus unless they are married or are living with parents, relatives or legal guardians. Junior and senior women may live off campus with parents' permission. No student over 21 years of age is required to live on campus. All students who are required to or are desirous of living on campus must complete a Contract- Application form and file it with the Housing Office. Residence Halls: Each residence hall has house rules by which the residents feel they can best achieve conditions for desirable group living and enable each resident to satisfactorily meet the educational demands required by the academic program. Male students should not loiter in the area of the women's halls and should not be in the vicinity of the women's halls after closing hours. (1) Any unauthorized student apprehended by any college official for climbing on any building or attempting to enter any women's residence hall after the closing hour, either through a door or window, will be subject to suspension from the college. (2) Any student apprehended for participating in a disorderly group may be subject to serious disciplinary action. (3) Any female student apprehended for encouraging a dis- turbance by calling out a window, or throwing paraphernalia out the window, or otherwise encouraging a disturbance may be sub- ject to serious disciplinary action. Smoking: No smoking is permitted in the gymnasium or the library except in special areas. Smoking, whether by faculty 87 or students, is not permitted in the classrooms while class is in session. Smoking is permissible in the classroom between classes and at other times, provided appropriate receptacles are used. Weapons: Any weapon (implement and/or instrument) capable of damaging physical property or causing bodily injury is pro- hibited on campus. Any type of ammunition is also prohibited. Arrangements must be made with the Housing Office for storage of all such material. Changing Student Regulations and Standards The Student Government Association shall be empowered to recommend desired changes. Students shall be notified of approved changes through announcement in the West Georgian. Changes will become effective upon publication. Board of Regents' Statement on Disruptive and Obstructive Behavior "The Board of Regents stipulates that any student, faculty member, administrator, or employee, acting individually or in concert with others, who clearly obstructs or disrupts, or attempts to obstruct or disrupt any teaching, research, administrative, disciplinary or public service activity, or any other activity author- ized to be discharged or held on any campus of the University System of Georgia is considered by the Board to have committed an act of gross irresponsibility and shall be subject to disciplinary procedures, possibly resulting in dismissal or termination of em- ployment. "The Board reaffirms its beUef that all segments of the academ- ic community are under a strong obligation and have a mutual responsibility to protect the campus community from disorderly, disruptive or obstructive actions which interfere with academic pursuits of teaching, learning, and other campus activities." Invitation of Speakers to Campus Chartered groups of West Georgia College students shall be allowed to invite and hear any person of their own choosing. In order to safeguard the College and the College community from abuse and/or disorder and to allow for adequate preparation and orderly scheduling, the student group must request and re- ceive permission through the offices of the Dean of Student Af- fairs or the Dean of Academic Affairs as appropriate. Invitations to outside speakers must always represent the desire of a chartered student group and not the will of an external individual or group. It should be made clear to the academic and hu^er communitv 88 that sponsorship of guest speakers does not necessarily imply approval or endorsement of the views expressed, either by the sponsoring group or the Institution. Demonstrations Recognizing the rights of free speech and peaceful assembly as fundamental to the democratic process, the College supports the rights of students to express their views or to peacefully pro- test and peacefully dissent against actions and opinions with which they disagree. On-campus demonstrations, cleared in advance through the Dean of Student Affairs, may be conducted in areas which are generally available to students, provided such demonstrations are conducted in an orderly manner, do not interfere with vehicu- lar or pedestrian traffic, do not interfere with classes, scheduled meetings and ceremonies, or with other events and processes of the College. In no case shall demonstrators be permitted to enjoin the freedoms and rights of other members of the college community. Non-members of the college community shall not be permitted to engage in activities which disrupt, obstruct, or in any way interfere with the pursuits of teaching, learning, campus activities, or any college process. Honor Commission An honor commission is available for both students and faculty. This is a means with certain procedures for processing complaints of both faculty and students. A. The professor may determine and enforce the penalty in private consultation with the student and then file a report of the incident with the Dean of Academic Affairs. B. If the incident cannot be resolved on a private basis sat- isfactory to both professor and student, either has recourse to the Honor Commission. In addition to sponsoring among students and educational campaign aimed at promoting academic honesty, the Honor Commission acts as a trial body for the determination of guilt and the recommendation of punishment in suspected individual cases. (1) The Honor Commission shall consist of five student mem- bers, one student from each undergraduate class and one graduate student, and five faculty members, one from each academic division. (2) The student members of the Commission shall be ap- pointed by the President of the Student Government 89 Association, with the consent of the Dean of Student Affairs and the approval of the Student Government Association. (3) The faculty members of the Commission shall be ap- pointed by the Dean of Academic Affairs upon the recom- mendation of the chairmen of the respective academic divisions and shall serve for two years. In the first year, two members (chosen by lot) shall serve for only one year. C. The policies and organization of the Honor Commissk>a shall be subject to revision by majority vote of the Honor Com- mission with the consent of the Advisory Council and ratification of the Student Government Association. These policies on cheating and plagiarism were designed by a joint student-faculty committee and have been ratified by both students and faculty. It is important to recognize that pro- visions for due process and the protection of the rights of both students and faculty are present in the design of the policies. They should therefore be followed and protected. Statement on Drugs and Drug Abuse The following statements of fact and/or policy are issued by the West Georgia College Advisory Council to supplement state- ments found in the catalog and in the student handbook, and are designed to emphasize, in fairness to all members of the college community, the serious and/or dangerous consequences resulting from the illegal use, possession or distribution of marijuana, LSD or other mind-altering drugs, and the unauthorized use of drugs, such as amphetamines, barbiturates, and tranquilizers, which are sometimes prescribed for medical purposes. While there is admittedly much controversy as to whether or not marijuana should be classified as a narcotic or dangerous drug, the fact remains that the possession or transfer (including gifts) of marijuana and LSD is illegal under both federal and state laws and is punishable under either. Under federal laws the first of- fense involving illegal possession or transfer of marijuana is punish- able by imprisonment of from two to ten years and a fine of $20,(XX). Under Georgia law the first offense is a felony and is punishable by imprisonment for not to exceed two years, a fine of $2,(XX) or both, and the loss of certain civil rights. For second and third offenses the penalties are more severe. It should be especially noted that "any person who, by him- self, agent, or through any other person, gives, sells, offers for sale, ba "ters, or exchanges with any person any narcotic in vio- 90 lation of the provisions of said Chapter (79A-8, of the Uniform Narcotic Drug Act) shall be guilty of a felony iknd upon the first conviction thereof shall be punished by imprisonment in the peni- tentiary for not less than five nor more than ten years." The penalty for subsequent offenses is a felony punishable by imprison- ment for a period of not less than ten and not more than twenty years, with possible life sentence at the discretion of the judge. Agents of the federal and state government are engaged in intensive and thorough investigation on a continuing basis through- out the state. The law requires that when a felony is committed the civil authorities shall handle the situation rather than the college authorities. Technically the law would say that failure to do so would involve compounding a felony. Under such circumstances it is clear that the policy of the college must be that which is described on page 37 of the College Catalog (1971-72): "Students involved in civil or criminal offenses will be treated as citizens of the community." Clearly, the college cannot protect members of the college community who commit such offenses. In "Student Freedoms and Responsibilities: A Working Paper, " published by the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, it is pointed out that "Students should not expect that university officials will come to their defense for activities committed in violation of civil codes." It ought to be added that this applies to all members of the college community. It should not be inferred from this that we are callous or indifferent about what happens to members of our college com- munity. Quite the contrary. We have a very deep concern and sympathy for those who might find themselves in violation of the law, but understanding, sympathy, and concern are about all that; we can offer, for the courts and the public no longer regard col- lege students as a special group whose violations of law are to be treated as pranks or youthful exuberance and experimentation. We recognize that some students, freed from restrictions at home, do not fully recognize the implications of full accountability and responsibility for their actions, and it is for this reason we write this memorandum. 91 THE STUDENT JUDICIARY The courts exist to promote justice and fairness, and thus to serve the individual student, the campus, and the public interest. STRUCTURE House Council Courts T\iQSQ courts hear cases dealing with infraction of rules unique to each respective dorm, as assigned by the college administration. House District Courts ThQ House District Courts hear all ap- peals from House Council hearings. They also deal with cases as assigned by the Judiciary Chairman, involving minor vio- lations of campus and housing regulations taking place within their respective House District area. Main Court This court hears all appeals from the House District Courts, minor campus offenses, and cases referred to it by the Judiciary Chairman. Judiciary Commission ThQ Judicial Commission has exclusive jurisdiction over cases and controversies involving questions regarding constitutionality, impeachment of officers of the student body, appeals from any of the other courts and the authority to cite the defendant, his counsel, the opposing coun- cil, a witness, or spectator for contempt of court, and has the authority to try him for this offense and issue punishment therefor. The jurisdiction of the Student Judiciary extends to all the students of West Georgia College. The Student Judiciary shall have jurisdiction to determine whether a student-defendant has violated a regulation of West Georgia College. The following are possible penalties which may be imposed upon a student for an infraction. The list may be enlarged or modified to meet the particular circumstances of any given case. A. Expulsion B. Dismissal C. Suspension E. Restrictions 1. ID Card Privileges 2. Parking Privileges 3. Residence hall restrictions F. Restitution G. Fines (not to exceed fifty dollars ($50.00) H. Reprimand 1. Written to parents 2. Oral to students 92 The courts of the Student Judiciary are not to be taken as criminal courts. While this title guarantees due process and as- sured fundamental fairness, it is not to be forgotten that speedy justice is desirable. West Georgia College has vested the authority in the Student Judiciary to determine whether a student is guilty of committing an offense and, it so, to determine the nature and length of the disciplinary measure. The Student Judiciary shall in no way interfere with the counseling, investigating, adminis- trative, or other powers and duties of the Dean of Student Af- fairs or other College Departments. Any and all forms utilized by the Student Judiciary may be obtained from the SGA Office. All Students have the right to appeal. Any questions arising concerning Judicial procedures may be answered by the Judicial Chairman. The office is located in the SGA Office of the Student Center. LEGEND 1. John F. Kennedy Memorial 25. Row Hall (women) Chapel 26. Aycock Hall (men) 2. Thomas Bonner House 27. Watson Hall (men) 3. Cobb Hall (women) 28. Strozier Hall (women) 4. Melson Hall (women) 29. Future Residence Hall 5. Administration Building 30. Pritchard Hall (men) 6. Adamson Hall (women) 31. Residence Hall (men) 7. Mandeville Hall (women) 32. Education Center 8. Sanford Hall 33. Biology-Chemistry Building 9. Health Center 34. Future Maintenance Build- 10. Martha Munro Building ing 11. Biology Building 35. College Residence 12. Auditorium 36. President's Home 13. Education Building 37. Future Parking Lot 14. Callaway Science Building 38. Future Parking Lot 15. Gunn Hall (women) 39. Future Parking Lot 16. Boykin Hall (women) 40. Future Parking Lot 17 Downs Hall (women) 41. Parking Lot 18 Residence Hall (women) 42. Parking Lot 19 Math and Physics Building 43. Parking Lot 20 Library 44. Parking Lot - 21 Social Science Building 45. Parking Lot 22 Humanities Building 46. Parking Lot 23 Health & Physical Education 47. Residence Hall Building 48. Food Service 24 Student Center Existing Buildings Buildings under construction or design 93 S-ii I ^ i '^' V '^"^ ^' %^ ^ ^^ ' \' ']*}%n4/^^^-"^^^ ' < M.