Home- Student Handbook Student Handbook 2017-18 Menu Menu Introduction Organization of the University University Governance Student Life Residential Life Academic Policies, Rules and Regulations Academic Dishonesty and the Academic Honor Code Standards of Conduct and Non-Academic Policies Student Rights and Responsibilities System of University Standards and Student Conduct Table of Contents Introduction Organization of the University University Governance Faculty Governance System Colgate Governance System Student Governance System Constitution of the Student Government Association Bylaws of the Student Government Association Student Life Administrative Deans Residential Life Center for Leadership and Student Involvement (CLSI) Shaw Wellness Institute Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Initiatives The Max A. Shacknai Center for Outreach, Volunteerism, and Education (the COVE) Student Health Service Counseling and Psychological Services Office of the Chaplains ALANA Cultural Center Office of Undergraduate Studies Career Services and Postgraduate Planning Office of National Fellowships and Scholarships Campus Safety Student Financial Aid Finances Refund Policy Registrar Services, Academic Records and Transcripts Food Service Program The Libraries Information Technology Services University Mail University Bookstore Reserving University Facilities Residential Life Residential Life Staff Community Standards Policies and Procedures Academic Policies, Rules and Regulations General Academic Policies and Information Personal Leave of Absence Exemption from Policies and Regulations Transfer Credit Advanced Placement and Pre-matriculation Credit Off-Campus Study Group Programs Declaration of Major Independent Study Grading Policies and Academic Rules and Regulations Academic Dismissal and Readmission Academic Dishonesty and the Academic Honor Code Background The Academic Honor Code Academic Honor Pledge Reporting Procedures Definitions of Academic Dishonesty and Avoiding Academic Dishonesty Forms of Academic Dishonesty Avoiding Academic Dishonesty Standards of Conduct and Non-Academic Policies Policy on Public Order Policy on Hazing Policy on Alcohol and Drugs Points System Equity Grievance Policy Equity Grievance Policy for Resolving Complaints of Harassment and Discrimination Policy on Medical Leave of Absence Policy on Involuntary Leave of Absence Policy on Accommodations for Students with Disabilities Policy on Unrecognized Organizations Policy for Student Presence on Campus While a Student is Separated from the University Policy Governing the Scheduling of Parties Policy on Campus Solicitation and Concessions Policy on Use of Colgate Vehicles Policy on Smoking Policy on Advertising Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act Policy for Participating in the Commencement Ceremony Student Rights and Responsibilities Code of Student Rights and Responsibilities University Policy on Nondiscrimination Affirmative Action Compliance Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (“Buckley Amendment”) Recommendations Grievance Policy System of University Standards and Student Conduct University Code of Student Conduct Procedures of the System of University Standards and Student Conduct University Hearing Bodies: Their Functions and Procedures University Student Conduct Board: University Standards Hearing University Student Conduct Board: Organization Misconduct Hearing Please note: Copy for this handbook was revised in the summer of 2017. The information contained in this publication applies to the academic years 2017–2018 but this handbook is not to be regarded as a contract between the student and the university. The university reserves the right to change requirements, policies, rules and regulations without prior notice in accordance with established procedures. Student Handbook Introduction Organization of the University University Governance Student Life Residential Life Academic Policies, Rules and Regulations Academic Dishonesty and the Academic Honor Code Standards of Conduct and Non-Academic Policies Student Rights and Responsibilities System of University Standards and Student Conduct RELATED LINKS Campus Calendar CAMPUS CALENDAR Check out what's happening on campus! Student Affairs STUDENT AFFAIRS - Get Involved - Student government - Dean of the College Inclusivity INCLUSIVE CAMPUS - ALANA multicultural - LGBTQ community - International students - Get Help Sustainability SUSTAINABILITY - Rent a bike - Community garden - Get involved
