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Important Phone Numbers Admissions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cashier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Financial Aid Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

317-6100 344-7536 344-7583 344-7528 344-7532 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7637 Registration Accountant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7527 Campus Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7576 Campus Activities Hotline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317-6126 Career Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317-6150 Career Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7604 Computer Lab—Academic Complex . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7796 Counseling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7624 Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7634 Fitness Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7508 Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7602 Helpdesk—Computers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317-5892 Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7576 International Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7699 Job Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7604 JTPA Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317-6165 Library Circulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7773 Reference Desk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7777 Reserve & Overdue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317-5884 Parker Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 669-2214 Photo Lab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7601 Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7546 Radio—KAWC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7690 Registrar’s Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317-6100 Residence Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7576 De Anza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7731 Garces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7717 Kino . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7799 San Luis Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 627-2005 Somerton Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 627-2083 Student Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7576 Student Government . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317-6471 Student Success Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 317-6029 Student Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7761 Veteran’s Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7622 Vocational & Career Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 344-7519 Vocational Complex—Parker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 669-5290

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Dr. Don Schoening, President Sharon McKinley, Assistant to the President and District Governing Board Administration Building (928) 344-7501 Dr. Joann Linville, Vice President for Student Services Bertha Avila, Administrative Assistant Student Services Building (928) 344-7607 Mr. Daniel Hann, Vice President for Business and Administrative Services Lynette Minear, Administrative Assistant Administration Building (928) 344-7518 Dr. Richard Drum, Vice President for Learning Services Joye Pouquette, Administrative Assistant Administration Building (928) 344-7520 Mr. Timothy Shove, Vice President for Information Technology and Learning Resources Services April Nakamoto, Senior Secretary LR 038 (928) 317-5886

Photo Credits Hubcap Reflection Shots (Midnight at the Oasis line up behind the AWC College Union), multiple pages— Ike Erb Photo of President, page IV— Pete Self Athletics Still Life, page 39— © 2000 Herko Photography

All Other Photos— AWC Historical Photo Archive

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Introduction The 2002–2003 AWC Student Handbook/Activity Planner is produced by the Department of Campus Life, a department of the Student Services Division. Please direct any questions or comments about this publication to:

DEPARTMENT OF CAMPUS LIFE Arizona Western College P.O. Box 929 2020 S. Avenue 8E Yuma, AZ 85365 (928) 344-7576 (phone) (928) 317-5888 (fax) The 2003–2004 AWC Student Handbook/Activity Planner contains the most current information available as of the date of publication and supersedes all previous editions. The Handbook/Planner supplements the College’s general course catalog as a source of additional information about Arizona Western College. The Handbook/Planner is not intended to be a complete statement of rules, regulations, policies or procedures; nor does it contain a complete list of all programs and services. The College reserves the right to make modifications, amendments or changes to this Handbook/Planner at any time, which will apply to any student without regard to date of admission application or admission. Arizona Western College does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its services, programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age (40+) or disability, in compliance with the laws of the United States and the State of Arizona. Any questions regarding the applicability of state and federal anti-discrimination laws to Arizona Western College and its services, programs or activities, and any grievances or claims of violation of such laws, should be directed to its compliance officer: Mr. Daniel D. Hann, Vice President for Business and Administrative Services P.O. Box 929 Yuma, AZ 85366-0929 (928) 344-7515 (phone) (928) 344-7730 (fax) dan.hann@azwestern.edu

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Message from the President We welcome our students to Arizona Western College each academic year with activities and events for each and every one. You have joined an outstanding team of students, faculty, staff, and administration at Arizona Western College. We are very proud of our students at AWC who exhibit great determination and perseverance to obtain an education. A portion of our staff is dedicated to your personal development. We have recreational and cultural activities that allow you to both learn and have fun at the same time. We want you to take advantage of the many opportunities that become available as you enroll at AWC. Learning occurs on a comprehensive community college campus in a variety of areas. AWC students have distinguished themselves, not only academically, but also in community service, student government, clubs, drama, music, and athletics. Many of our students gain educational skills through working in teams where individual effort is needed for group success. Students that participate as fans of athletic teams, or members of clubs, or attend campus events are usually more successful in the classroom. Arizona Western College is an innovative, award winning college. You will have wonderful opportunities to learn, meet people, and become involved in college life. You made a great selection for your college experience. Don Schoening, Ph.D.

Our Mission Statement Arizona Western College offers educational, career and lifelong learning opportunities through innovative partnerships which enhance the lives of people in Yuma and La Paz Counties.

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Table of Contents Important Campus Telephone Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i, ii

INTRODUCTION Message from the President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv Mission Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . iv

STUDENT SERVICES & RESOURCES Academic Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Athletics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Bookstore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Campus Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Campus Police . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Career Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Computer Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Counseling & Advisement Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Dining Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disability Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Enrollment Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Health Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 International Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Residence Life . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Student Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Student Success Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Student Support Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Testing Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

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AWC Behavioral Code of Conduct . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13–38 Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Student Right to Know & Campus Security Act . . . . . . . 38 Student Learning Outcomes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Traffic Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41–46 Campus Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

ACADEMIC SUCCESS TIPS Smart Goals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Time Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Study Stratagies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Activity Planner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52–114

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Student Services & Resources ACADEMIC LIBRARY Learning Resources Building (928) 344-7777 (phone) (928) 344-7751 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/library Angie Creel-Erb, Director of Library Services Learning how to get the most from the Academic Library (located in the Learning Resources Building) is vital to your success in college. The Academic Library’s reference librarians can help you with your research needs. We can orient you to the library’s resources, can help you learn how to access, and how to evaluate information resources. The Academic Library serves both AWC and NAU—Yuma students, and residents of Yuma and La Paz Counties. The Library offers a wide variety of resources to support the research needs of students, on and off campus, from the first year to the doctoral levels. The Academic Library houses the Educational Clearinghouse for future and current community educators. It also maintains links to Northern Arizona University’s Cline Library and its resources. Library cards are issued to students with a student ID, and to the general public with a picture ID and proof of current address. Books are checked out for 3 weeks with one renewal.

Academic Library services include—  Library orientations and instruction sessions  Reference and research assistance  OASIS online Academic Library catalog access  NAU Vista access (library catalog for NAU in Flagstaff)  NetLibrary online full text electronic book service  A reference collection  A circulating book collection  A Federal Government Document Depository Collection  Access to many online databases with full-text articles  Periodical collection (including current issues, back issues on microfilm/microfiche, and electronic journals  Internet research services  Interlibrary loan and document delivery services  Coin operated copy machines and copy cards  Group study rooms

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis Hours of operation during fall and spring semesters— Monday–Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00a–10:00p Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00a–5:00p Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noon–5:00p Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Noon–8:00p Call 344-7777 for summer session and other hours of operation.

ATHLETICS AWC Gym 103 (928) 344-7536 (phone) (928) 344-7537 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/athletics Jeff Thompson, Athletic Director Arizona Western College has a long-standing tradition of excellence in its athletic programs. The athletic teams compete in the National Junior College Athletic Association at the Division I level. AWC teams are members of the Arizona Community College Athletic Conference and the Western States Football League with both conferences highly competitive at the national level. The college sponsors the following sports for women: basketball, softball and volleyball. The sports offered for men include baseball, basketball, football and soccer. Intercollegiate athletics are an important element in the total educational experience for AWC students and we encourage anyone with a genuine interest to personally visit with the respective coach about the possibility of joining a team. Arizona Western College students are admitted free into all regular season home athletic contests with a student ID. Schedules are posted throughout campus and are available through the Athletic Department office. For more information about Matador athletics, please call 344-7536.

BOOKSTORE College Union (928) 344-7583 (phone) (928) 344-7713 (fax) http://awc@bkstore.com Angelica Novoa, Manager Dennis Lucas, Assistant Manager The Arizona Western College Bookstore provides a wide range of academic as well as personal necessities. In addition to new and used textbooks, students will find gifts, clothing, and toiletries, stationery, school supplies, cards, snack food and other general merchandise with the official College logo. Significant educational computer software discounts are offered to students. The textbook reservation

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 program is in place through the store website for those students that would like to reserve their textbooks early. Special orders can also be placed at the bookstore. Hours of Operation— Monday–Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30a–5:00p Extended hours during the first two weeks of each semester. Book Buyback occurs during Finals Week.

CAMPUS LIFE College Union, Room 205 (928) 344-7576 (phone) (928) 317-5888 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/campuslife Mary Murphy, Director The Department of Campus Life oversees Dining Services, Health Services, Residence Life, Student Activities, and Student Judicial Hearing Services. Supporting the notion that “education isn’t just for the classroom”, we strive to create opportunities that allow students to build connections that assist them in achieving academic success.

CAMPUS POLICE District Services (DS) (928) 314-9500 (phone) (928) 344-5555 (emergency line) (928) 314-9514 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/police Dan Mitchell, Chief of Police Arizona Western College maintains its own police and security force. The Police Department consists of certified police officers entrusted with enforcement of state statutes and College directives. Security personnel are utilized in the residence halls during the nighttime hours to aid in the well being of the residence hall students and to help ensure the provision of a safe and secure residential environment. The department keeps a 24-hour police/dispatch service to assist the College community with helping motorists, unlocking doors, providing campus escorts, taking incident reports, and maintaining security.

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CAREER DEVELOPMENT Student Services Building (928) 344-7604 (phone) (928) 344-7710 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/careerdev Carmen Faucon, Director The Career Development Office provides students with the opportunity for comprehensive and systematic career planning. Services include computerized career exploration inventories, college and scholarship searches, job descriptions and other career research materials. Career Development helps students and former students develop work experiences relevant to the student’s occupational and academic training. Students are assisted in identifying occupations and opportunities that relate to their backgrounds, training, goals and interests. A job referral program is available for students and information is posted on available full-time and part-time jobs. Students are eligible to receive college credit for their work experience, paid or volunteer. Career Development also assists students with resume design and job interviewing skills. We coordinate an annual career exploration fair as well as two job fairs. For an appointment with a Coordinator or for additional information, call 344-7604.

COMPUTER SUPPORT Academic Complex Computer Lab (ACCL) Academic Complex Building, Room AC156 (928) 344-7796 (phone) info@toro.azwestern.edu (email) http://toro.azwestern.edu Don Riney, ACCL Manager/NAU Support Systems Analyst, Sr. The ACCL provides 133 computer workstations and internet access to students of AWC and NAU—Yuma. A lab access account is required to use the computers in the ACCL. Lab access accounts and e-mail addresses are available to students of both institutions. Temporary access accounts are available to users who present a photo ID at the lab desk. A wide variety of software applications on both the PC and Macintosh platforms are available. The lab is also equipped with laser printers and scanners. Lab aides are available to answer computer related questions and render assistance to users of the ACCL. Hours of operation for Fall and Spring semesters— Monday-Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:30a–10:00p Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:00p–7:00p Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:00p–6:00p Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:00p–10:00p

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 Semester break and Summer session hours are available by calling the ACCL and will be posted on both the door of the lab and the lab’s web page.

COUNSELING & ADVISEMENT SERVICES Student Services Building (928) 344-7624 (phone) (928) 344-7710 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/depts/stusrvs/sds/asp

Dr. Olga Carranza, Associate Dean of Student Development

The Counseling Services assists students with—  Academic advisement and career planning  Personal adjustment and transition to college life  Orientation and High School Liaison  ORI 101—Orientation to College, an AWC class designed to help students apply critical steps to a successful college life. Students can meet with counselors and advisors throughout the year on an appointment and walk-in basis. Students are encouraged to take advantage of the counseling services by working with a counselor/advisor to develop an academic plan, then periodically checking their progress toward their academic and career goals.

Other Services Available: The Step Program for Single Parents and Displaced Homemakers assists students who qualify for support services while attending AWC. This service provides some financial assistance in transportation and offers referrals to enhance the students’ academic and personal potential. For more information, please call the Counseling Services at (928) 344-7624.

DINING SERVICES College Union (928) 344-7575 (phone) (928) 344-7770 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/catalog/dinsrvs.html Don Kuhn, Director Food Services at Arizona Western College are provided by Chartwells Dining Services, a division of Compass Group USA. Direct your comments or questions to Don Kuhn, Director of Food Services, College Union Building first floor, or call 344-7575.

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis Western Food Court Provides a four week menu cycle that rotates throughout the year, offering a variety of well balanced meals. For a change of pace, lots of “extra specials” provide an exciting collection of regularly scheduled theme meals and dining attractions. Hours of Operation— Breakfast . . . . . . . Monday–Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30a–9:30a Lunch . . . . . . . . . . . Monday–Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:30a–1:30p Dinner . . . . . . . . . . Monday–Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30p–7:00p Brunch . . . . . . . . . . Friday–Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00a–12:30p Dinner . . . . . . . . . . Friday–Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:00p–6:30p

Matador Jack’s Café With a different restaurant for every day of the week, the snack bar has been created to offer you a variety of specialties. The Fresh Grille—Try our favorite grilled items. Trattoria—Hot and tasty pizza. Sandwich Central—Deli sandwiches made to order. Garden Emporium—Homemade soup and salad bar. Origins—Burritos, tacos, tostadas, and more. Double Treat—Homemade desserts, fresh fruit, and other assorted goodies. Hours of Operation— Monday–Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00a–4:00p

DISABILITY SERVICES Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) Student Services Building (928) 344-7629 (928) 317-6007 (TDD) (928) 344-7710 (fax) Dana Shaffer, Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities (SSD) SSD provides reasonable and appropriate academic accommodations to students with disabilities who have documentation supporting the disability. The documentation must be written by a specialist of the disability. This documentation needs to be submitted to the SSD Office eight (8) weeks before the first day of class. Students with disabilities may receive reasonable and appropriate accommodations which are supported by the documentation. Arizona Western College supports Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 by providing equal access to classes, programs, and activities through reasonable and appropriate academic accommodations.

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ENROLLMENT SERVICES Student Services Building, Room 100 (928) 317-6100 (phone) (928) 344-7543 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/admissions/ Bryan Doak, Associate Dean for Enrollment Services Early Registration for Returning Students—Early registration provides the best opportunity to obtain the classes you want. As a returning student, you will be able to register early for your next semester. Fall semester registration usually occurs in early April while Spring registration usually occurs in early November. It is strongly recommend that you make an appointment with a counselor or academic advisor prior to registering. All students who participate in early registration are billed for the courses they select. A deadline for the payment of tuition and related fees will be found in the Schedule of Classes for each semester. Please note that payment must be made even if the bill is not received in order to prevent cancellation of classes. Adding Courses—Courses may be added until the close of the add/drop period as listed in the Schedule of Classes for the semester. A student who wishes to add a course must have already filed a Registration Form for a given term. Only when the completed Registration Form has been returned to the Enrollment Services Office and the Business Office has received payment does the addition become official. Dropping Courses—Courses may be dropped until the close of the add/drop period as listed in the Schedule of Classes for the semester. Only when the completed Registration Form has been received and processed by the Enrollment Services Office does the dropping of a course become official. Please complete a “Petition for Refund” at the Business Office to request refunds. Please consult the Catalog for refund criteria. You must complete the appropriate paperwork to drop a class. Informing an instructor or simply absenting yourself from class is not considered an official drop of a course and may result in a failing grade (F) being posted to your academic record. Withdrawals—After the designated add/drop period, students may withdraw from one or more classes and receive a grade of “W” on their official academic record. The date a withdrawal notification is received by the Enrollment Services Office is considered the student’s last date of attendance in the specified class. Students who totally withdraw from AWC must submit a “Withdrawal” card to the Enrollment Services Office. Classes lasting less than an entire semester have a different withdrawal period. Please consult the AWC Catalog for detailed information.

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FINANCIAL AID Student Services Building (928) 344-7634 (phone) (928) 317-6420 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/catalog/finaid.html Bryan Doak, Associate Dean for Enrollment Services The Financial Aid Office administers and coordinates aid funds from federal, state, institutional, and private sources. These funds are provided to ensure posthigh school educational opportunities to eligible AWC students. The philosophy of the Financial Aid Office is to attempt to meet the full needs of all eligible applicants by combining funds from various sources. We require students to apply for other federal and state programs to maximize their opportunities for assistance by stretching limited AWC aid dollars. For more information on financial aid eligibility, call AWC’s Financial Aid Office at 344-7634 or stop by the office located in the Student Services Building on the main campus in Yuma. Financial aid information is also available at AWC’s off-campus centers located in Parker, San Luis, and Somerton.

HEALTH SERVICES Music Building, Room 104 (928) 344-7602 (phone) 911 (medical emergencies) http://www.azwestern.edu/catalog/hlthsrvs.html Suzanne Amon, R.N., B.S.N., Campus Nurse/Wellness Coordinator Julie Mann, R.N., M.P.H., Health Educator Arizona Western College Health Services recognizes that in order for students to complete their education, they must first be “healthy” to do so. The Health Service Office exists to support students with their health needs by providing a combination of health services and health promotion programs. Registered nurses are available for health evaluations, first aid, immunizations, health screening and referrals to medical providers as appropriate. Health promotion programs model a wellness concept with specific intervention programs designed to facilitate behavioral and environmental changes conducive to health enhancement. Hours of operation for Fall and Spring semesters— Monday–Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00a–5:00p Closed holidays.

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INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS International Programs International Student & Study Abroad Services International Student Office Student Services Building (928) 344-7699 (phone) (928) 344-7710 (fax) Ginger Green, DSO-International Programs Advisor The International Student Office (ISO) is focused on student success and is committed to assisting our students throughout their academic studies. The ISO provides orientation, assistance in developing an academic plan, immigration information and a comprehensive Student Services Program to assist our International Students with all areas of concern. The ISO also provides Study Abroad Program Advising for US students seeking to spend a year, a semester or a summer studying in a foreign country.

RESIDENCE LIFE College Union, Room 205 (928) 344-7576 (phone) (928) 317-5888 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/campuslife Mary Kay Harton, Coordinator The Department of Campus Life oversees three residence halls on the Arizona Western College campus. Suite style accommodations are available to accommodate both AWC and NAUâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Yuma students. Each co-ed hall has wings designed exclusively for men and women. All residents benefit from a predictable roomand-board cost with all utilities included and a variety of meal plans to select; educational programs and social activities where residents can become involved with their peers; and student leadership opportunities. Each hall is staffed by a professional Head Resident, resident assistants and security officers who are available to assist residents in adjusting to student life as well as provide a sense of security and community.

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STUDENT ACTIVITIES College Union, Room 205 (928) 344-7576 (phone) (928) 317-5888 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/campuslife Maria Meintanis, Coordinator AWC Student Activities plays an integral role in student involvement by providing educational, leadership, and recreational programs that compliment the academic programs of the college and enhance the overall educational experience. New student orientation, the Associated Students Governing Board (ASGB), club registration, and the performing arts series are just a few of the many involvement opportunities available through Student Activities.

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER Library Resource Building (LR80) (928) 317-6029 (phone) Jana Moore, Director jana.moore@azwestern.edu (email) Dustin Grover, Coordinator dustin.grover@azwestern.edu (email) The Student Success Center offers academic tutoring services to all AWC students. Students can receive help from expert tutoring staff in almost every academic area. In addition to the tutoring staff, the center is equipped with computerized tutorials, which are designed to help students improve their skills in many different subject areas. Throughout the year, the Student Success Center also offers “Successful Student” seminars where students learn skills that help them navigate their college courses. The goal of the Student Success Center is to serve the student in a way that promotes their successful completion of courses at AWC and beyond. Hours of Operation— Monday–Thursday . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00a–10:00p Friday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00a–5:00p Saturday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12:00p–5:00p Sunday . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:00p–8:00p

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STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES Student Services Building, Room 142 (928) 344-7761 (phone) (928) 344-7712 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/sss Mario Garibay, Director Student Support Services is a federally funded program for low-income, first generation college students and students with disabilities with academic need. Its goal is to assist students and increase their chances of graduating and transferring to a university. The services provided are free tutoring, mentoring, counseling, developmental workshops, university trips, and cultural activities. Student Support Services require that the students be active in their participation and responsive to requests. To apply, fill out an application at the Student Support Services office at the Student Services Building, Room 142.

TESTING SERVICES Student Services Building, Room 142 (928) 344-7641 (phone) (928) 344-7730 (fax) http://www.azwestern.edu/apt The Testing area of AWC provides entrance testing in Mathematics, English, Reading and English as a Second Language (ESL). Other testing (ACT, LSAT, ABLE, CLEP, CELSA, DANTES, ESCO and VUE) is offered on various dates during the academic year. Testing Services also provides make-up testing for faculty and proctors tests for students taking correspondence courses from other colleges/universities.

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Policies & Procedures All students are responsible for knowing and understanding the complete contents of the the Arizona Western College Behavioral Code of Conduct: Policies and Procedures.

Behavioral Code of Conduct: Policies & Procedures I. INTRODUCTION A. T he College Community—Arizona Western College (the “College” or “AWC”) was established, in part, to promote the exchange of knowledge in an environment that encourages reasoned discourse, intellectual honesty, and respect for the rights of all persons. By accepting membership in this community, individuals neither surrender their rights nor escape their responsibilities as citizens, but acquire rights in, as well as responsibilities to, the College community. The College community is defined as students, District Governing Board members, administrators, faculty, and other College employees. Attendance at a public community college is not compulsory; consequently, individuals entering the College Community voluntarily assume all obligations of performance and behavior reasonably expected by the College. The College is a “special purpose” institution and, as such, can set forth higher expectations than those of the community in general. B. Purpose of this Student Code of Conduct—This Student Code of Conduct (the “Code”) is intended to provide the framework for an orderly and stable College community. The Code is promulgated to protect the freedoms to which its members are entitled, and to ensure that the College community can pursue and accomplish its purposes and carry out its functions and activities without obstruction. This Code obligates students to respect the rights and privileges and property of other members of the College community and visitors to the campus, refrain from actions which would interfere with College functions or endanger the health, welfare or safety of other persons, practice high standards of academic and professional honesty and integrity, and comply with the rules and regulations of the College and its departments. In general, this Code sets forth duties owed by students to each other and to the College. It also sets forth administrative procedures whereby students accused of violating College rules are afforded due process and, if the evidence warrants, receive fair discipline. Finally, this Code specifies procedures by which a student may appeal certain decisions. Students are responsible for knowing and understanding the contents of this Code.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 C. Disciplinary Authority—Pursuant to authority granted by A.R.S. §13-2911 and A.R.S. §15-1444, the Arizona Western College District Governing Board has established policies regulating student conduct and student discipline on College campuses and centers and at College events. In accordance with these District Governing Board policies (including without limitation DGB Policy #550) and pursuant to applicable procedures (including, but without limitations, AWC Procedure #550.1), the Vice President for Student Services has primary authority and responsibility for the administration of student discipline. Further delegation of this authority may be made by the Vice President for Student Services to the designee assigned to the role of Disciplinary Hearing Officer as delineated in Section IV of this Code. D. F aculty Authority for Classroom Situations Including Academic Dishonesty—Any student who engages in dishonest academic work or who engages in prohibited conduct in the classroom may be subject to action by the instructor. In the event of disruptive student behavior in the classroom, faculty members have the authority to temporarily exclude a student from the current class session. Persistent disorderly behavior, cases of academic dishonesty, and other violations of the Code may be referred to the Disciplinary Hearing Officer (see Section IV.B), who has the authority to implement all aspects of the student disciplinary procedures as set forth in this Code. E. P rosecution for Violations—An individual may be charged and prosecuted for the same alleged conduct by both the College and the criminal justice system. Disciplinary action by the College is not subject to challenge or postponement on the grounds that criminal charges or civil litigation involving the same incident has been dismissed, reduced, or is pending in court. A disciplinary hearing is an administrative, rather than a criminal proceeding; therefore, the principle of double jeopardy does not apply.

II. JURISDICTION A. Conduct Covered by this Code—This Code will apply to and govern all conduct, henceforth referred to as “Covered Conduct,” which: (1) occurs on College property; (2) occurs at a College sponsored, sanctioned or supervised class, activity, contest, conference, meeting or other function regardless of location and is inclusive of travel, lodging and unscheduled time in between; or (3) in any manner, on or off campus, is associated with the College or is otherwise deemed to affect the operation of the College.

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis B. Individuals Covered by this Code—This Code, as well as other College rules and regulations governing student conduct, shall apply to the Covered Conduct of all individuals who are matriculated or otherwise enrolled to attend class full or part-time at Arizona Western College and/or Northern Arizona University in Yuma. A student who engages in Covered Conduct that is prohibited by this Code shall be subject to discipline. C. R ight To Restrict Non-Members of the College Community—The College reserves the right to restrict or prohibit the presence of a person who is not a member of the College community from being on College property or attending College events whenever that individual’s presence is considered detrimental to the welfare of the College community. D. S tudents Covered Under Additional Rules and Regulations— In addition to the requirements imposed by this Code on all students, some students may be subject to additional rules and regulations imposed by College departments or outside agencies. Examples of such situations include: 1. R esidence Hall Students: Students residing on campus will additionally be subject to residence life rules and regulations, as may reasonably be adopted or modified from time to time. The Director of Campus Life, Coordinator of Residence Life, and all Residence Hall Head Residents are authorized to issue warnings for violations of residence life rules and regulations. The Director of Campus Life and/or the Coordinator of Residence Life may revoke certain residence life related privileges of individuals violating residence life rules. A student who violates residence life rules may also be summoned to appear before the Disciplinary Hearing Officer and may subsequently lose the privilege of on-campus residence or be otherwise disciplined. 2 . Student Extracurricular Activities Including Athletics: Students participating in extracurricular activities will additionally be subject to rules and regulations set forth in club, team, or organization handbooks or otherwise established by the applicable departments. Students determined to be in violation of such rules may be sanctioned by the appropriate staff or administrator, which may include probation, suspension or withdrawal from the privilege of extracurricular activity participation. Such students may also be disciplined by the disciplinary Hearing Officer.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2004 3. NAU in Yuma and Consortium Students: In addition to the behavioral requirements and disciplinary procedures imposed by this Code on AWC students, NAU in Yuma and consortium students shall be subject to all applicable policies, rules and regulations promulgated by Northern Arizona University. A student may, therefore, face disciplinary action by either or both AWC or NAU administrative personnel, depending upon the specific parameters of the case. 4. S tudents Participating in College Sponsored Activities: Students who participate or are otherwise involved in a College sponsored event on or off College property will be subject to this Code and to such additional rules and regulations as may reasonably be imposed by College representatives related to such event. Lodging during travel is considered an extension of College housing; and therefore, students are subject to all of the rules and regulations that apply to the residence halls. 5. S tudents with Outstanding Debts: Students who are indebted to the College for an outstanding/overdue financial obligation will not be provided further services of any kind, including but not limited to registration, transmitting files, records, or transcripts, or receiving other services that have been requested by such person; provided, however, that an individual shall not be prohibited from obtaining a copy of his or her student records in those circumstances where the individual cannot effectively review his or her student records without receiving such copies. Nonpayment of financial obligations constitutes authorization for administrative removal of the student from classes. Students who wish to dispute outstanding debts will be provided an adjudication process by the Vice President for Business Services or designee.

III. PROHIBITED CONDUCT, SANCTIONS AND STIPULATIONS A. A rticles of Prohibited Conductâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;The following Covered Conduct is prohibited by this Code: 1. D isruptive Conduct: An individual shall not engage in disorderly, lewd or indecent conduct or any conduct that is reasonably likely to cause a breach of peace, disrupt, or that does disrupt, any College function, process or activity including teaching, research, and administration of public service functions on or off campus.

2. A lcohol, Drugs and Drug Paraphernalia: An individual shall not possess, sell, offer to sell, purchase, offer to purchase, use or transfer illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia or alcohol, or be under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medication (except as prescribed by a physician and used in accordance with the prescription), or

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis furnish alcohol to a minor. The term “drugs” includes any narcotic, dangerous drug, steroid, vapor releasing toxic substance, marijuana, or controlled substance (imitation or otherwise) as defined by law. The term “medication” means any substance that is available legally by prescription only. 3. Academic Dishonesty: An individual shall not engage in any form of academic dishonesty, including but not limited to cheating, fabrication, facilitating academic dishonesty, copyright violation, or plagiarism. An individual shall not use or attempt to use the academic work or research of another person (or agency engaged in the selling of academic materials) and represent that it is his or her own or otherwise engage in dishonest academic work. An individual shall not share his or her knowledge or work with another student during an examination, test, or quiz or other academic assignment unless specifically approved in advance by the professor. An individual shall neither bring to an examination any materials nor notes unless approved by the professor nor shall the individual receive or attempt to receive any test response from another student during an exam or at any time unless expressly authorized by a faculty member. 4. T hreats, Assaults and Fighting: An individual shall not verbally or physically threaten, abuse, assault or engage in a fight with any student, College employee or any other person. 5. D efamation: An individual shall not use defamatory words or phrases or distribute defamatory materials. Defamatory words or materials are those that: (1) are false and expose any person or the College to hatred, contempt, ridicule, disgust or an equivalent reaction; or (2) are false and have a tendency to impugn a person’s occupation, business or office. 6. O bscenity and Vulgarity: An individual shall not use obscene or vulgar language or gestures, distribute or exhibit obscene or vulgar materials. Obscene materials, language or gestures are those that an average person, applying contemporary standards of the College community, would find that taken as a whole, appeal to prurient interests and lack serious literary, artistic, political or scientific value. 7. I nitiation and Hazing: An individual shall not engage in any activity involving an initiation, hazing, intimidation, assault, or other activity related to group affiliation that is likely to cause or does cause bodily danger, physical harm, mental harm, or personal degradation or humiliation. All initiations, including those related to any College club, athletic team, or other groups are subject to the above prohibitions whether or not the conduct occurs on College property.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 8. F raud, Misrepresentation, Extortion and Theft: An individual shall not take, use or borrow any property without that person’s permission or otherwise obtain any benefit by fraud, misrepresentation, deception or by express or implied threat. An individual shall not make any false oral or written statement to any person or entity with the intent to mislead or deceive. 9. E ndangering the Health and Safety of Others: An individual shall not engage in conduct that endangers or reasonably could endanger, or that reasonably appears to endanger, the health or safety of students, College employees or other persons. 10. O bstruction: An individual shall not obstruct the authorized use or enjoyment of College facilities by any other individual. Obstruction includes, but is not limited to: (1) interfering with the normal flow of pedestrian or other traffic; (2) use of sound amplifying equipment that unreasonably interferes with the activities of others; (3) disorderly conduct at any College activity; (4) use of facilities that are assigned to another individual or group; (5) unauthorized interference with any person’s access to or from College facilities or events; and (6) participation in any activity with the intent or reasonably predictable effect of disrupting or otherwise depriving a group or individual of the ability to see, hear or otherwise experience a College function or activity. 11. F alse Imprisonment: An individual shall not imprison, detain or exercise unlawful control over the freedom of movement of any person. 12. H arassment, Stalking, and Discrimination: An individual shall not harass another person. Harassment includes written or verbal abuse of a serious nature (either as a result of the severity or repetitive nature of the conduct) that humiliates or intimidates another individual and does not otherwise advance matters of public concern. Harassment also includes any conduct that could reasonably be expected to cause fear or apprehension on the part of another individual including persons submitting complaints, serving as witnesses or members of adjudicating committees. An individual shall not engage in conduct that is directed toward another person if that conduct would cause a reasonable person to fear for the person’s safety or the safety of that person’s immediate family member or close acquaintance, and that person in fact fears for his or her safety or the safety of an immediate family member or close acquaintance. An individual shall not engage in discriminatory conduct on the basis of age, ethnicity, gender, disability, color, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

2003â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2004 From Desert to Oasis 13. S exual Harassment: An individual shall not engage in sexual harassment which consists of any unwelcome sexual advance, request for sexual favors or other written, verbal, or physical conduct of a sexual nature when: (1) submission to or rejection of the conduct is made either an explicit or implicit condition for access or decisions relating to any College-related opportunities; (2) the expression or conduct substantially interferes with an individualâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s work or academic performance or creates an unreasonably intimidating, hostile or offensive work, learning or other College-related environment; or (3) the expression of sexual or social interest in an individual continues after being informed that the interest is unwelcome. 14. S exual Misconduct: An individual shall not engage in conduct that constitutes sexual misconduct, whether forcible or non-forcible, including but not limited to rape, sexual assault, public sexual indecency, indecent exposure. 15. V andalism, Littering, and Destruction of Property: An individual shall not damage, destroy or deface any College property or property belonging to any other person, and shall not litter on College property or at a College event. 16. F orgery: An individual shall not use or attempt to use the identity or signature of another and represent that it is his or her own to obtain any benefit by fraud, misrepresentation, or deception. 17. E mergency Alarms and Fire Control Devices: An individual shall not knowingly activate, use, or tamper with any College fire alarm, safety device or other device provided by the College for use in emergencies, unless the individual reasonably believes that an emergency exists justifying use of the device. 18. A rson: An individual shall not willfully or maliciously start, attempt to start, or promote the continuation of any fire or explosion. 19. U nauthorized Entry and Duplication of Keys: An individual shall not gain, or attempt to gain, or attempt to gain forceful or unauthorized entry into, or occupation of, College buildings or grounds or designated off-limits areas. An individual shall not possess, reproduce, transfer or sell a key to any College building or facility without receiving express permission to do so from an appropriate College administrator. 20. U nauthorized Access and Tampering: An individual shall not, without proper authorization, read, remove, copy, counterfeit, misuse, photograph, forge, alter, destroy or tamper with any College computer equipment (including any computer hard drive or zip drive, computer network or software), disk, file, document, library

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 material, record, telephone message, telephone record or telephone equipment, or otherwise violate College policies pertaining to copyright law, computer software contracts, or computer use. Such prohibited activities are inclusive of (but not limited to) unauthorized entry into a file, transfer of a file, use of another individual’s identification and/or password, use of computers to interfere with the work of another student, faculty member or other College employee, sending or forwarding obscene, vulgar, threatening, or abusive messages, files, or website or other links, or otherwise interfering with the normal operation of the College’s computer systems. 21. S olicitation and Posting of Notices: An individual shall not solicit or post any materials, pictures, or writing on College property without first obtaining appropriate authorization. 22. V iolation of Federal, State or Local Law: An individual shall not violate any federal, state or local law on or off College property. 23. V iolation of College Policies, Rules or Directives: An individual shall not violate any College policy, administrative regulation, rule or directive inclusive of the terms and conditions of a disciplinary sanction or stipulation or an “order to appear” issued by an authorized college official. (Note that this article is also inclusive of, but not limited to, regulations established by the offices of Residence Life, Financial Aid, Athletics, Campus Life, Admissions, Campus Police, Learning Services, Business and Administrative Services, Student Services, Information Technology and Learning Resources, and the President.) 24. D efiance of Authority and Untruthfulness: An individual shall obey the reasonable orders of instructors, administrators, and other College employees and shall respond to lawful requests for information from these persons in a truthful manner. An individual shall not obstruct or resist any College official, employee, College police officer or other law enforcement officer in the performance of his or her duty. An individual shall not furnish false information, including false identification, or fail to provide information to the College or to any College employee or agent, including campus law enforcement or security officers or other agents acting in good faith. 25. P ossession of Weapons or Dangerous Items: An individual shall not possess or use firearms, weapons, explosives, fireworks, dangerous chemicals or any other instrument capable of harming any person or property or that reasonably would create the impression of being able to induce such harm, without express authority from the College administration.

2003â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2004 From Desert to Oasis 26. Pets and Animals: An individual shall not bring pets or animals onto College property or to College sponsored events without administrative approval, with the exception of an animal specially trained to assist an individual with a disability. 27. C onspiracy and Encouragement: An individual shall not conspire, encourage, assist, or incite any other person(s) to engage in any conduct prohibited by this Code. 28. Attempted Violation: An individual shall not attempt to engage in any conduct prohibited by this Code. An attempted violation of this Code is punishable in the same manner as a completed violation without regard to whether the act was or could have been successfully completed. B. S anctions and Stipulationsâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Sanctions are penalties that may result from the violation of one or more Articles of Prohibited Conduct set forth in this Code. Stipulations are terms that may be imposed upon a student as a condition of resuming or continuing studies at the College. The sanctions that follow are listed in order of severity; however, the Hearing Officer may choose to issue any sanction, in a given case, as the Hearing Officer deems warranted by the evidence in that particular case and the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cumulative disciplinary record. Any single violation of an Article of Prohibited Conduct depending upon the severity of the incident, may result in a sanction of suspension or expulsion. Violation of more than one of the Articles of Prohibited Conduct during a single incident, the accumulation of a number of Code violations, or the repeated violation of the same Article of Prohibited Conduct over time, may impact the severity of the sanction imposed . 1. Sanctions: a. R eprimand: A written admonishment for violating this Code and a warning not to commit further violations. b. P robation: An order to comply strictly with the provisions of this Code for a specified period of time. An individual on probation is permitted to continue as a student, but is warned that any further Code violation may result in the imposition of more severe sanctions, including suspension or expulsion. c. S uspension: A suspension is a sanction that, for a specified period of time, (i) requires a student not to be on College property, (ii) excludes the student from all academic courses and activities, and (iii) prohibits the student from attending or participating in any College function or activity. A suspension shall not exceed three years in length. In some situations, a limited suspension may be imposed. A limited suspension is one that restricts a student from some or all academic classes or activities, and does not restrict the

Celebrating 40 Years 2003â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2004 student from being on College properties or from attending College functions and activities. A suspension shall only be considered to be a limited suspension if it is expressly referenced as such in the decision that imposes the suspension. Use of the term suspension elsewhere in this Student Code of Conduct is intended to include regular as well as limited suspensions. A student who receives a suspension may also be subject to stipulations that apply (i) during the term of the suspension, (ii) during the term of the suspension as well as for a defined period of time thereafter, and/or (iii) following the term of the suspension, with the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s readmission being conditioned on compliance with such stipulations. d. E xpulsion: An expulsion is a sanction that involves the permanent exclusion of a student from (i) College property, (ii) all academic courses and activities, and (iii) the right to attend or participate in any College function or activity. e. E xclusion of Suspended or Expelled Student From Student Housing: A student who has been suspended or expelled may not reside in College housing. It is the responsibility of a suspended or expelled student to secure alternative living accommodations and/ or travel arrangements following the suspension or expulsion. 2. S tipulations: As a result of a Code violation, a student may be ordered to comply with the provisions of one or more of the following types of stipulations either separately or in conjunction with a sanction: a. Restitution: A monetary assessment in any case in which a violation of this Code has caused loss or damage. Restitution to the College may be ordered to be paid in appropriate cases. Failure to make a required payment during the allotted time may result in further disciplinary action by the College. b. R estriction: Forfeiture, denial, curtailment, or limitation of specific privileges, services or access to facilities provided for students through the College (including but not limited to campus housing and food service) for a specified period of time. Note: It is the responsibility of a residence hall student, who has been restricted from the residence hall area, to secure alternate living accommodations and/or travel arrangements. c. S ervice: An order to provide a specified service, relevant to the Code violation for a specified period of time, to the College community.

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis IV. RESOLUTION OF ALLEGED CODE VIOLATIONS A. Complaint Procedure—The student discipline process normally begins with a written complaint or police report. A complaint must describe the alleged misconduct by the individual, be signed by the person making the complaint, and be filed with the Vice President for Student Services or designee serving as the Disciplinary Hearing Officer for investigation and resolution. Verbal complaints will be accepted only in emergency situations. Under circumstances deemed appropriate, the Vice President for Student Services or designee may also initiate a complaint. The College will not tolerate reprisals against any individual who submits a complaint or who participates as a witness or in any capacity in a student disciplinary procedure. B. Disciplinary Hearing Officer—Any decision to impose student discipline shall be made by a Disciplinary Hearing Officer (“Hearing Officer”). For informal disciplinary hearings, the Director of Campus Life shall serve as the Hearing Officer unless the Vice President for Student Services designates a different individual to be the Hearing Officer in a particular case. The Vice President for Student Services shall serve as the Hearing Officer in formal disciplinary hearings unless the Vice President for Student Services designates otherwise in a given case. Upon receipt of a complaint, the Director of Campus Life will make an initial determination from among the options defined in Section IV.D. Adjudication Process, as to what procedure to pursue. In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (“FERPA”), upon case resolution, the Hearing Officer may communicate his/her findings to College personnel with an interest in the case. Additionally, the final results of a disciplinary hearing involving a crime of violence may be released to appropriate persons, including any victim of the crime, including the name of the alleged perpetrator, the charge, and the sanction. C. T emporary Injunction—In certain situations, it may be necessary to issue a temporary injunction against an individual alleged to have violated one or more provisions of this Code, particularly when the Code violation involves a potentially dangerous or damaging situation. Pending resolution of alleged charges, the Hearing Officer may issue an order to the student prohibiting any future conduct specified in the order. Issuance of a temporary injunction shall not be deemed an indication or ruling on the merits as to whether the student did or did not engage in conduct in violation of this Code. A temporary injunction may be issued in one of the following forms: 1. C ease and Desist Order: The student is issued an official verbal warning and is ordered to refrain from provoking or participating in any incident involving further violation of the Code. A student may be issued a Cease and Desist order at the discretion of the Hearing Officer and may also receive a sanction at a subsequent discipline hearing.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 2. Interim Suspension: A student receiving an interim suspension will immediately be required to vacate College property and shall be restricted from all College activities. An interim suspension may be imposed if the Vice President for Student Services or designee determines that reasonable cause exists to believe that the student presents a real or potential danger to himself or herself, any other person, or to property. An interim suspension shall remain in effect only until a Discipline Hearing can be held, usually within eight (8) working days. a. I nterim Suspension Hearing Process: Whenever reasonably possible, a student will be afforded a hearing process substantially the same as the informal hearing process defined in subsection IV.D.1 prior to the possible imposition of an interim suspension. If an interim suspension is imposed without a hearing, the student will be afforded a hearing process substantially the same as the informal hearing process defined in subsection IV.D.1. as soon as reasonably possible. The hearing referenced by this paragraph relates only to the interim suspension and does not limit the College’s right to impose further discipline or schedule additional disciplinary hearings. b. Student Housing During Interim Suspension: It is the responsibility of a suspended residence hall student to secure alternate living accommodations and/or travel arrangements during the term of any interim suspension imposed. It is also the student’s responsibility to inform the Hearing Officer of his/her address during the period of interim suspension. D. A djudication Process Alternatives—The Hearing Officer may designate a complaint for resolution pursuant to one of the following three procedures. 1. I nformal Disciplinary Hearing: An informal hearing may be conducted with a student accused of misconduct. This informal disciplinary hearing may be nothing more than a face-to-face meeting between the Hearing Officer and the student, following a written or verbal notice of the meeting. The purpose of this informal hearing is to provide an opportunity for the student to respond to allegations of misconduct before any disciplinary action is taken. The student waives any rights to an informal hearing by his/her failure to attend. During the informal hearing, the student must be provided the following information: a. T he alleged misconduct and the reasons for the College’s belief that the student engaged in the misconduct.

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis b. The specific section(s) of the Code allegedly violated; and c. T he possible sanctions that may be imposed. Only minor sanctions may be imposed based solely on informal disciplinary hearing. A suspension of ten (10) instructional days or fewer, minor restrictions with respect to campus activities, warnings, directives, or probation are considered minor sanctions. Suspensions in excess of ten (10) instructional days, or deprivation of student housing, are not considered minor sanctions. d. B ased on the findings of an informal hearing, the Hearing Officer shall enter in writing one of the following orders: (1) A n order dismissing the disciplinary proceedings if it appears there has been no misconduct; (2) An order imposing a minor disciplinary sanction; (3) A n order referring the matter to a formal disciplinary hearing. This referral shall occur whenever it appears that other than a minor disciplinary sanction may be warranted. In such situations, the formal disciplinary process must be used (see subsection IV. E, below). e. T he official record of this informal hearing shall consist of all documants prepared or considered by the Hearing Officer with regard for the dispute on hand. f. The decision of the Hearing Officer is final. 2. Formal Disciplinary Hearing: In cases where the Hearing Officer determines that the student may be subject to other than a minor sanction, a Formal Disciplinary Hearing will be scheduled and will proceed as outlined in Section IV. E below. 3. No Action: The Hearing Officer may determine that no further action is merited. E. Formal Disciplinary Hearing Procedures— 1. N otice of Formal Disciplinary Hearing: In accordance with the principles of due process, the Hearing Officer will give written notice of the time, date and location of the Discipline Hearing. The notice will describe the alleged misconduct, the Code provisions allegedly violated, and the potential sanctions. The hearing notice, plus a copy of this Code, shall be delivered to the student accused of misconduct no less than four (4) workdays prior to the hearing. 2. A dvisor To Student: A student ordered to appear at a Formal Disciplinary Hearing has the right to bring to the formal hearing a person who may assist the student in his or her defense. The advisor to the student (“Advisor”) may not actively participate in the Formal Disciplinary Hearing by actions such as making statements,

Celebrating 40 Years 2003â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2004 questioning witnesses, etc. The Advisor may provide advice to the student during the hearing in a manner deemed non-disruptive by the Hearing Officer. If the Advisor to the student is an attorney, the student must inform the Hearing Officer not less than two (2) working days before the hearing that an attorney will be present at the hearing. 3. Access to the Case File: The student, by appropriate request, shall have reasonable access to the case file and relevant evidence that may be used at the Discipline Hearing. Note that access will not be inclusive of the privilege of reviewing the personal disciplinary files or other records of any other individual student. 4. Who May Attend the Formal Disciplinary Hearing: The Hearing Officer, an assigned recorder, the accused student, an Advisor to the student (if any), a representative of the College administration (â&#x20AC;&#x153;College Representativeâ&#x20AC;?) whose task it is to prosecute the case on the behalf of the administration, and witnesses called by the student or the College Representative (each of whom may be present only during his/her testimony), and College legal counsel (if called) are the only individuals permitted to attend the Formal Disciplinary Hearing. Exceptions to this rule are permitted at the sole discretion of the Hearing Officer and may include the following: (1) the parent(s) of a minor student; (2) a language interpreter; (3) an AWC athletic coach and/or Athletic Director, (4) a counselor, and/or (5) an assigned Campus Police Officer. These individuals permitted by the Hearing Officer to be in attendance cannot participate in the actual hearing process. 5. Witnesses: At least two (2) workdays prior to the date of the hearing, the student and the College Representative shall each furnish to the Hearing Officer a written list of the names of witnesses each intends to call. All witnesses shall be excluded from the hearing room except when testifying. 6. C onduct of the Formal Disciplinary Hearing: The Hearing Officer is not required to adhere to the formal rules of evidence used in criminal proceedings. The Formal Disciplinary Hearing will be conducted as follows: a. The Hearing Officer reads the charge(s) against the student. b. T he student and the College Representative shall each be permitted to make a brief opening statement.

c. T he College Representative shall next present the evidence, witness statements, or witnesses to substantiate the charges. The student shall be permitted to ask questions of any witness presented by the College Representative.

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis d. T he student shall next present evidence, witness statements, or witnesses to defend against the charges. The College Representative shall be permitted to ask questions of any witness presented by the student. e. I f the student or College Representative desires to read from or submit a written statement or document, copies of the statement or document must be provided to the Hearing Officer and the other party. f. T he student and the College Representative shall each be permitted to make a brief closing statement. g. F ollowing the presentation of evidence and closing statements, the Hearing Officer will, following any private deliberations deemed necessary by the Hearing Officer, reach a decision on the matter by determining whether the College administration has demonstrated that it is more likely than not that a violation of the Code has occurred. If so, an appropriate disciplinary sanction will be imposed. A copy of a written decision rendered by the Hearing Officer shall be presented to the student within ten (10) days of the hearing. 7. Non Attendance: If the student does not attend the Formal Disciplinary Hearing, the Hearing Officer may either: a. reschedule the Hearing; or b. p roceed with the Hearing in the student’s absence and impose a sanction if warranted by the evidence, including a sanction of suspension or expulsion.

V. COLLEGE DISCIPLINARY APPEALS PROCESS A. A ppeal and Review Options for Decisions Involving Code of Conduct Violations—The purpose of an appeal is to ensure that the students’ rights have been maintained throughout the disciplinary process. The option for appeal exists only for decisions adjudicated through the formal discplinary hearing process. Except as required to explain the basis of new evidence that could not reasonably have been previously discovered, no new witnesses or documents will be allowed to be admitted. An appeal shall be limited to one or more of the following: 1. F ailure to follow provisions of the Code or other applicable procedures with such failure resulting in prejudice to the student; 2. Unlawful, arbitrary, or capricious action; 3. Excessively severe sanction(s); 4. N ewly discovered evidence that could not reasonably been discovered prior to the hearing.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 B. A ppeal to the Vice President for Learning Services: A student seeking relief from a sanction imposed by the Vice President of Student Services as a result of a violation of the Articles of Prohibited Conduct must file his or her written appeal with the Vice President for Learning Services within five (5) workdays from receipt of the disciplinary decision. The Statement of Appeal must contain the following information: 1. the student’s name, local address and telephone number; 2. a statement of concerns regarding the Hearing Officer’s findings; 3. arguments supporting the student’s position; and 4. a statement of the requested solution. The Vice President or designee will conduct such inquiries as deemed appropriate and shall provide a written decision, within five (5) workdays. The Vice President for Learning Services’ decision on the appeal is final. C. Institutional Appeals Committee (IAC): At the discretion of the Vice President for Learning Services, the Institutional Appeals Committee (“IAC”), of which Vice President for Learning Services is the Chairperson, may be convened to assist him/her in reaching a decision on the appeal. The purpose of the IAC is to assist the Vice President for Learning Services with respect to student appeals of disciplinary decisions for violations of the Code. In situations where the Vice President for Learning Services decides to convene the IAC, the Vice President shall have ten (10) workdays, instead of five (5) workdays, to render his/her decision. 1. Composition of the Institutional Appeals Committee (IAC): The IAC consists of a Chairperson (the Vice President for Learning Services) and four (4) College employees to include two (2) full-time members of the faculty, one (1) full-time member of the professional/ administrative staff, and one (1) full-time member of the classified staff. 2. O ptional Appearance of Student and College Representative: At the discretion of the Vice President for Learning Services, the student and the College Representative may be invited to attend the meeting of the IAC. The purpose will be to allow the student and College Representative to respond to any questions posed by the Vice President or IAC on the matters to be decided, including any questions related to the students’ Statement of Appeal. The attendance of the student and the College Representative shall be for the sole purpose of responding to questions posed by the Vice President for Learning Services or the IAC members, and will not involve the presentation of witnesses or exhibits.

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis VI. READMISSION A. C onditions of Readmission: A student suspended from the College for disciplinary reasons will be readmitted upon expiration of the time period for which the suspension was issued, subject to any stipulations that were contained in the original decision to impose a suspension. B. Petition Requesting Readmission: If a student feels that circumstances warrant (i) readmission prior to the end of the term of a suspension, (ii) modification to any conditions imposed with a suspension, including readmission, or (iii) readmission despite an expulsion, the student may submit a written Petition Requesting Readmission to the Vice President for Student Services. The Petition Requesting Readmission must state reasons that support consideration of readmission. The Vice President for Student Services or designee may then choose to: 1. a uthorize readmission, with a minimum one (1) semester on a probationary status 2. s chedule a hearing before the Suspension Review Committee to determine whether or not readmission is warranted, or 3. deny readmission. C. Readmission Review Process and Suspension Review Committee (SRC) — 1. R equest for SRC: The Vice President for Student Services may refer a suspended or expelled students’ Petition Requesting Readmission to the Suspension Review Committee (“SRC”) for review. 2. T he Committee: The five (5) member SRC is comprise of a Chairperson (the Vice President for Learning Services or designee), one (1) full-time member of the faculty, one (1) full-time member of the professional/administrative staff, and two (2) full-time students selected by the Chairperson from a list of eligible students submitted by the Director of Campus Life. No student may serve on the SRC while on academic probation or while under any disciplinary sanction. 3. Notice of Hearing: The SRC Chairperson, assisted by the Vice President for Student Services and the Disciplinary Hearing Officer will prepare and forward to each SRC member a written Notice of Hearing, which shall contain the following information: a. the name of the suspended or expelled student; b. the students’ Petition Requesting Readmission; c. the date, time, and location of the hearing; d. the names of the SRC membership.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 A copy of the Notice of Hearing will be mailed to the student’s last known address. The SRC Hearing shall be convened no less than three (3) nor more than six (6) working days from the date of the Notice of Hearing, unless the Chairperson shortens or extends the timeline for good cause. It is the responsibility of the student to keep the SRC Chairperson informed as to his/her current address and phone number. 4. Authority of Chairperson: The SRC Chairperson has the authority to: a. preside over and conduct the hearing; b. determine who may or may not attend the hearing; c. provide scheduling and notice of the hearing; d. p reside over and conduct closed deliberations of the committee to reach a decision on readmission; e. p rovide for written notification to the student of the committee decisions. 5. Failure to Appear: The absence of the student from the hearing shall not affect the authority of the SRC to proceed to a conclusion of the hearing. 6. A ttendees: Members of the SRC, the suspended or expelled student, the Vice President for Student Services and/or College Representative, hearing recorder, and an assigned police officer have the right to attend the SRC hearing. At the discretion of the Chairperson, additional individuals may be permitted to attend. 7. L egal Counsel: Legal counsel is not permitted to participate in or attend a readmission hearing on behalf of a student; however, a student may seek legal advice at his or her own expense. 8. P rocedural Order of the SRC Hearing: The SRC hearing will proceed in the following manner: a. The Chairperson calls the meeting to order; b. T he Chairperson shall request the Vice President for Student Services or College Representative to provide a review of the circumstances surrounding the students’ suspension or expulsion, including a review of the (i) the determination made at the disciplinary hearing that resulted in the suspension or expulsion, (ii) the students’ overall disciplinary record at the College, and (iii) any conditions for readmission on behalf of the College.

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis c. T he student will then be allowed to present information in support of readmission. d. T he Vice President for Student Services or College Representative will then be permitted to present information and/or a recommendation either in support of or in opposition to the students’ request for readmission. If the recommendation is to grant readmission, the recommendation may include conditions for readmission. e. C ommittee members may ask questions of the student, the Vice President for Student Services or College Representative, or anyone else present at the hearing. 9. S RC Deliberations and Final Decision: The SRC will deliberate in private. The student bears the burden of proof to demonstrate that circumstances warrant reconsideration of a suspension prior to its expiration, reconsideration of conditions imposed for readmission, or reconsideration of an expulsion. By majority vote, the SRC will render a decision limited to the following options: a. Uphold the previously imposed sanction(s); b. Reduce or limit the previously imposed sanction(s); c. Readmit the student with or without existing or new conditions. The decision of the SRC is final.

VII. SUPPORTIVE PROVISIONS OF THIS CODE A. V ictims of Alleged Misconduct—A victim of alleged misconduct, upon request, will be informed of the steps that can be taken if the accused student or another party intimidates or harasses the victim. Nothing in this Code shall be construed to preclude a victim from seeking criminal or civil judicial remedies against an alleged wrongdoer. To the extent permitted by applicable law, victims of alleged misconduct may be informed concerning the status and outcome of discipline proceedings. B. V ictims of Sexual Assault—College personnel provide victims of sexual assault with information regarding their legal rights, counseling, classroom and campus residence relocation options and the names and telephone numbers of local agencies that are available to provide assistance. The College administration will seek to protect the identities and confidentiality of statements made by sexual assault victims to the extent permitted by law, unless and to the extent that such confidentiality unreasonably interferes with the College’s ability to investigate and/or prosecute reported allegations of sexual assault.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 C. Defense of Self, Others and Property—A student shall not be disciplined for threatening or using physical force against another when and to the extent a reasonable person would believe such force is necessary to protect that person or a third person against another person’s use or attempted use of unlawful or otherwise inappropriate physical force. Verbal provocation alone does not justify the use of physical force. A student shall not be disciplined for threatening or using physical force against another when and to the extent a reasonable person would believe such force is necessary to prevent theft or criminal damage to property. D. C ivil Liability for Damage to College Property—A student shall be legally responsible for damage to College property caused by that student. The student may be required to pay for replacement or repair of damaged property through an appropriate civil process. The student also may face the imposition of discipline. E. M ailing of Documents—Whenever this Code allows or requires a letter or other document to be mailed, the mailing may be by first-class, certified or registered mail or, when available, by facsimile transmission. F. Requirement of Substantial Compliance—Technical errors made by the College or any employee or administrator thereof in the application of this Code that do not prejudice the student shall not be grounds for invalidating discipline that has been imposed. G. Severability—If any provision of this Code is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be unenforceable, the provision shall be construed to be severed from this Code and the remainder of this Code shall continue in full force and effect. H. D iscipline And Hearing Records—A discipline record is maintained for each student in the Office of the Vice President for Student Services or designee and contains information concerning that student’s disciplinary history. A taped record of formal disciplinary hearings shall be made and, at the discretion of the College, may be transcribed. The taped record of the hearing, documentary evidence or other exhibits, case records, and other information pertinent to the hearing, with the exception of bulky exhibits, will be maintained as part of the student’s discipline record. The record is maintained for at least five (5) years or so long as deemed necessary. Additional physical evidence in support of a particular case may also be maintained by the Campus Police Department under similar conditions as applied to the discipline record. The right to examine a discipline record is limited to the affected student or individuals approved by the student or the Vice President for Student Services or designee(s) in accordance with limitations imposed by FERPA and the College procedures.

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis I. M odification of Code—The College reserves the right to modify this Code from time to time when, in its discretion, such action will serve the best interests of the College or its students. The provisions of this Code shall not be construed to replace or supersede any state, federal or local laws that also may apply to students or others. J. Q uestions Regarding Code—Any question of interpretation regarding this Code shall be referred to the Vice President for Student Services or designee for final determination. The Code shall be reviewed periodically, at least every three years, under the direction of the Vice President for Student Services or designee.

Appendix A Appeal Committees Reference Guide Appeals of “Disciplinary and Student Services matters” constitute secondary appeals of the Vice President for Student Services’ decisions regarding Code of Conduct violations.

Appendix B Guidelines for the Release of Student Information Under the Family Educational Rights And Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA)

Purpose of FERPA FERPA deals specifically with the education records of students, affording them certain rights with respect to those records. For purpose or definition, education records are those records that are:  Directly related to a student and  maintained by an institution or a party acting for the institution FERPA gives students who reach the age of 18 or who attend a postsecondary institution the right to inspect and review their own education records. Furthermore, students have other rights, including the right to request amendment of records and to have some control over the disclosure of personally identifiable information from these records. FERPA applies to the education records of persons who are or have been in attendance in postsecondary institutions, including students in cooperative and correspondence study programs. FERPA does not apply to records of applicants for admission who are denied or, if accepted, do not attend an institution. Furthermore, rights are not given by FERPA to students enrolled in one component of an institution who seek to be admitted in another component of an institution.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 Family Educational Rights Privacy Act Students’ Rights Under FERPA  Students and former students have rights to inspect and review their education records.  Students must be able to inspect and review their education records within a maximum of 45 days after they request to do so. The right of inspection and review includes:  The right to an explanation and interpretation of the record.  The right to a copy of the education records when failure to provide a copy of the record would effectively prevent the student from inspecting and reviewing the record. Some limitations exist on students’ right to inspect and review their education record.  Financial information submitted by parents  Confidential letters and recommendations placed in their files prior to January 1, 1975.  Confidential letters and recommendations placed in their files after January 1, 1975, to which the student has waived his or her right to inspect and review and that are related to the students’ admission, application for employment or job placement, or receipt of honors.  Education records containing information about more than one student. Definition of Education Records Those records directly related to a student and maintained by the institution or by a party acting for the institution are considered education records. The term “education records” does not include the following:  Records of instructional, supervisory, administrative, and certain educational personnel which are in the sole possession of the maker thereof, and are not accessible or revealed to any other individual except a substitute who performs on a temporary basis (as defined in the institutional personnel policy) the duties of the individual who made the records.  Records maintained by a law enforcement unit of the educational agency or institution that were created by that law enforcement unit for the purpose of law enforcement.  Records relating to individuals who are employed by the institution, which are made and maintained in the normal course of business, relate exclusively to individuals in their capacity as employees, and are not available for use for any other purpose.  Records relating to a student which are:  Created or maintained by a physician, psychiatrist, psychologist, or other recognized professional or paraprofessional, acting in his/her professional capacity or assisting in a paraprofessional capacity.  Used solely in connection with the provision of treatment to the student; and  Not disclosed to anyone other than individuals providing such treatment.

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis Definition of Legitimate Educational Interest It means the demonstrated need to know by those officials of an institution who act in the students’ educational interest, including faculty, administration, clerical and professional employees, and other persons who manage student records information. Any school official who needs information about a student in the course of performing instructional, supervisory, advisory, or administrative duties for Arizona Western College has a legitimate educational interest. FERPA Exemptions to Privacy: Directory Information Provisions of FERPA allow the institution to define directory information, that is, information that is public. Your name, current enrollment status, and certificates and/or degrees earned and/or awards received at Arizona Western College are considered public information. Any AWC employee may provide this directory information about students in response to all inquiries in this regard, whether the request is in person, by phone, or in writing. The following directory information items may appear in college directories and publications and may be released, at the discretion of the Associate Dean for Enrollment Services in the course of College business: Address, telephone number(s), date of birth, dates of attendance, city of residence, major field of study, awards, honors, past and present participation in officially recognized sports or activities, physical characteristics of athletes, including height and weight, and student images including but not limited to photograph and other media. Students May Request Nondisclosure of Directory Information Enrolled students may withhold disclosure of directory information under FERPA by submitting a “Request to Restrict Disclosure of Directory Information” form to the Enrollment Services Office at Arizona Western College. Adding a privacy restriction to your record will prevent the college from releasing directory information to the general public including phone and written requests from financial lenders, employers or insurance companies for verification of terms of enrollment. NOTE: Under the Solomon Amendment of 1997, military recruiters are guaranteed access to directory information for all students except those with privacy restriction designated on their records. For anyone calling for a student who has a privacy restriction noted on the record, the following statement should be spoken: “In accordance with the rights granted to all students by the FERPA, this individual has requested that release for their educational record be withheld. Therefore, I cannot release any information for you relative to this individual.” Exceptions to Student Consent for Release of Educational Records FERPA allows the institution the right to disclose student records or identifiable information without the student’s consent under the following circumstances:

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004  To authorized representatives for audit of Federal or State supported programs.  To College employees who are in the process of carrying out their specifically assigned educational or administrative responsibilities acting in the student’s educational interest.  Veteran’s Administration officials.  Officials of other institutions in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.  Persons or organizations providing financial aid to students.  Organizations conducting studies for, or on behalf of, educational agencies or institutions to develop, validate, and administer predictive tests to administer student aid programs or to improve instruction, provided that individual identity of students is not made.  Accrediting organizations carrying out their accrediting functions.  Parents of a student who have established that student’s status as a dependent according to Internal Revenue Code of 1954, Section 152.  Persons in compliance with a judicial order or a lawfully issued subpoena, provided that the institution makes a reasonable attempt to notify the student if a federal grand jury subpoena, or any other subpoena issued for a law enforcement purpose, orders the institution not to disclose the existence or contents of the subpoena.  Persons in an emergency, if the knowledge of information, in fact, is necessary to protect the health or safety of students or other persons.  An alleged victim of any crime of violence of the results of any institutional disciplinary proceeding against the alleged perpetrator. The information may only be given in respect to the crime committed.  Schools may disclose personally identifiable information from education records to an outside contractor without prior written student consent if the outside contractor is a “party acting for” the institution and is performing a service which the institution would otherwise have to perform for itself (as in the case of the National Student Loan Clearinghouse for loan verification) Challenge of the Contents of Education Records Institutions must provide students with an opportunity to challenge and amend the contents of their education records, which the students consider to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation or their privacy or other rights. Officials who receive challenge requests must decide within a reasonable period of time whether corrective action consistent with the student’s request will be taken. The student must be notified of the decision. If the decision is in agreement with the student’s request, the appropriate record (s) must be amended. A student who is not provided full relief sought be his/her challenge must be informed by the appropriate official, in writing, of the decision and his/her right to a formal hearing on the matter.

2003–2004 From Desert to Oasis Parental Access to Children’s Education Records At the postsecondary level, parents have no inherent rights to inspect a student’s education records. The right to inspect is limited solely to the student. Records may be released to the parents only under the following circumstances:  Through the written consent of the student,  in compliance with a subpoena,  by the submission of evidence that the parents declare the student as a dependent on their most recent Federal Income Tax form (IRS Code of 1954, Section 152) In cases of divorce, separation or custody, when only one parent declares the student as dependent, an institution may grant equal access to information from the student’s education records unless there is a court order, state statute, or legally binding document stating otherwise. Posting of Grades by Faculty The public posting of grades either by the student’s name, institutional student identification number, or social security number without the student’s written permission is a violation of FERPA, whether done via paper source or via electronic means (including the World Wide Web). Instructors and others who post grades should use a system that ensures FERPA requirements are met. This can be done by using code words or randomly assigned numbers that only the instructor and the individual students know. Students’ Rights After Ceasing Attendance or Graduating Students who have ceased attendance or have graduated from an institution of higher education have basically the same FERPA rights as students currently attending Arizona Western College, including the right to:  inspect their education records  have a hearing to amend an education record, and  have their education privacy protected by the institution. Once students leave Arizona Western College they do not have the right to a privacy restriction. References for Students by Faculty FERPA’s prohibition on disclosure of personally identifiable information from an education record of a student applies to any kind of non-directory information (e.g., performance in class, grades, attitude, motivation, abilities, background) conveyed in writing, in person, or over the telephone to third parties. Although such information is usually conveyed by faculty members at the informal request of the students and is usually positive, the better practice would be to request a written consent form, meeting the FERPA requirements, before providing the information.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2004 Disposal of Student Educational Records Information about individuals should be retained only so long as it is valid and useful. Those responsible for academic information have an obligation to destroy information when conditions under which it was collected no longer prevail. Any document containing personally identifiable information must be disposed of properly through some means of confidential disposal. If you need information on confidential disposal, contact the Associate Dean for Enrollment Services at (928) 344-7617. These are interpretive guidelines only. For further detail or specific questions, please call the Associate Dean for Enrollment Services at (928) 344-7617

Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act The Student Right-to-Know and Campus Security Act, Public Law 101-542, provide that institutions of higher learning disclose information about completion or graduation rates, crime statistics, and campus safety policies and procedures to current and prospective students and employees. That information is available on the AWC College website at www.azwestern.edu/righttoknow. Information can be viewed or printed from that site. If preferred, paper copies of the same information are available upon request from the Enrollment Services Office in the Student Services Building. For further information or to request a paper copy, please call (928) 344-7607.

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Student Learning Outcomes

“Assessment is an ongoing process aimed at understanding and improving student learning. It involves making our expectations explicit and public; setting appropriate criteria and high standards for learning quality; systematically gathering, analyzing, and interpreting evidence to determine how well performance matches those expectations and standards; and using the resulting information to document, explain, and improve performance. Assessment helps create a shared academic culture dedicated to assuring and improving the quality of higher education.” AAHE Bulletin, November 1995. The outcomes assessment program at Arizona Western College is evolving and dynamic. It is based on shared values and goals of the stakeholders and provides grist for the improvement of learning, planning, and budgeting. Outcomes assessment consists of several activities designed to result in improvement of learning outcomes. Assessment tools are chosen and performance standards are set. Assessment tools are used to gather and interpret information about performance (learning). This information is used to determine what a student can do. The student outcomes are measured against outcomes standards with the results indicating strong areas and areas that need improvement. Faculty will use the results for curriculum planning and implementation to improve student learning outcomes. A variety of assessment tools are used at Arizona Western College. Many assessment tools are embedded into the curriculum to minimize the time and effort required from students and faculty. Regular assignments may be evaluated to find out if learning outcomes are being met. You may be asked to participate in a survey or interview. Assessment evaluations are not graded nor are the results considered or recorded for individual students or faculty members. The objective is to improve learning outcomes and to document performance. Learning cannot take place without the active involvement of responsible students. Neither can outcomes assessment and the improvement of learning. “Assessment helps create a shared academic culture dedicated to assuring and improving the quality of higher education.” AAHE Bulletin, November 1995.

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Traffic Regulations Purpose Traffic regulations are to ensure a safe flow of traffic and control of vehicles on campus.

Procedure 1. Authorization 1.1 Traffic Control The Arizona Western College District Governing Board has authorized the Campus Police Department to regulate and control traffic and parking on college-owned or controlled property within the provisions of these regulations and the statutes of the State of Arizona. Parking a motor vehicle on college-owned or controlled property is a privilege, not a right. 1.2 Police Officers By the authority of Arizona Revised Statutes the officers of the AWC Police Department have the authority and power of peace officers for the protection of property under the jurisdiction of the District Governing Board for the prevention of trespassing, the maintaining of peace and order, and the enforcement of the Arizona Revised Statutes and regulations with respect to vehicles upon campus property, and the College Campus Code of Conduct. 1.3 Police Cadets By the authority of the Vice President for Student Services, members of the Police Cadet Program are authorized to assist in parking and traffic control on campus only. This will be accomplished under strict supervision by the Police Chief and/ or his representative(s).

2. Definition Of Terms 2.1 Campus The campus is all property owned or controlled by Arizona Western College. 2.2 Employees: All persons employed by Arizona Western College and/or Northern Arizona University-Yuma. 2.3 Students: All persons registered for classes at Arizona Western College and/or Northern Arizona University in Yuma.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2004 2.4 Visitors: All persons other than employees and students. 2.5 Motor Vehicles: All automobiles, trucks, motorcycles, motorscooters, motorbikes, mopeds, and other motor-powered, passenger-carrying vehicles. 2.6 Oversize Vehicles: All vehicles which do not fit safely within a marked campus parking space or which excessively extends beyond the parking lot area thereby creating a traffic hazard. 2.7 Parking Permits: All permits authorizing a person to park and/or operate a vehicle on Arizona Western College property. All permits are controlled by Campus Police and must be surrendered to Campus Police, if requested. 2.8 Fines: Monetary penalty imposed for violation(s). 2.9 Parking Slot: A space marked by white painted parallel lines for parking a vehicle. 2.10 Traffic Violation: All moving or non-moving violations as defined by AWC Traffic Regulations Manual and Arizona Revised Statutes.

3. Registration of Motor Vehicles Arizona State Vehicles Registration: All employees and students who are Arizona residents by definition in ARS-28-102 must register their vehicles in the State of Arizona and display Arizona license plates.

4. Dorm Residence Parking Permits All motor vehicles, including those with state handicapped plates or logos, driven or parked by employees or students on property owned or controlled by Arizona Western College, must be registered with the Campus Police Department. All vehicles must display a valid parking permit while on campus. The person registering a vehicle with Campus Police is responsible for all citations. 4.1 Process for Obtaining Parking Permit 4.1.1 A state vehicle registration certificate and identification may be required at the time of application for a parking permit. No person may register a motor vehicle which is not titled to him/her, an immediate family member, or legal guardian. 4.1.2 Campus Police will issue the appropriate permit.

2003â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2004 From Desert to Oasis 4.2 Type of Authorized Parking Permits The following type of parking permit may be issued: Residence Hall permit: For employees and students who reside in the campus residence halls. 4.3 Replacement of Permit: The owner/driver of the vehicle may obtain a new parking permit if it is lost, stolen, faded or illegible. Failure to replace a missing permit will result in a citation. A lost or stolen permit report must be filed. The Cashier will issue a receipt. The receipt will be presented to Campus Police for issuing the replacement permit.

5. Parking Areas Parking on campus is allowed in authorized, designated parking areas only. 5.1 Residence Halls and Cottages Staff and students residing in the residence halls and cottages will be issued a residence hall permit and will park their vehicles in the appropriate residence hall parking areas. 5.2 Restricted Parking Spaces Employees and students will not park in spaces marked for specific use; for example, President, Visitor, Maintenance, Emergency, and Handicapped.

6. Rules And Regulations 6.1 Barricades and other traffic control devices shall be placed and removed only by the Campus Police or under their supervision on college-owned or controlled property. 6.2 Persons driving on college-owned or controlled property will observe posted speed regulations. The speed limit on the campus is fifteen (15) M.P.H. 6.3 Pedestrians have the right of way at all times. 6.4 State traffic statutes governing the use of motor vehicles will be observed on college-owned or controlled property. 6.5 No vehicles are to be parked or driven on campus landscaped areas. 6.6 Motorcycle Parking: Motorcycle parking slots are provided in the NE section of the College Union parking lot and the end spots of any other parking lot. 6.7 No vehicles other than authorized maintenance, police, fire trucks and/or ambulances may park in emergency or fire lanes. 6.8 Special arrangements must be made with the Campus Police to park oversized vehicles on college-owned or controlled property. Please advise Campus Police if you will be parking any vehicle overnight. 6.9 Only employees are entitled to employee parking privileges. Relatives & friends of employees are not entitled to employee privileges.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 6.10 Abandoned or disabled vehicles located on college-owned or controlled property in excess of seventy-two (72) hours shall be removed at the owner’s expense. An attempt will be made to locate the owner(s) of the vehicle and notify them of pending action. Special arrangements may be made through Campus Police before the expiration of the above time limit. 6.11 Vehicles which, in the opinion of the police officer, constitute a traffic hazard will be towed away immediately at the owner’s expense. This also applies to vehicles when the owner has been asked to remove the vehicle and fails to do so. 6.12 No person may register a motor vehicle which is not titled to him/her, an immediate family member, or legal guardian. 6.13 Visitor parking spaces are limited to visitors and guests of the college. 6.14 Police vehicles are authorized to utilize unoccupied maintenance parking spaces. 6.15 Illegal parking is prohibited as described in Section 7 below. 6.16 A one-week warning period is in effect after the beginning of each semester for parking permit violations. The Campus Police Department will issue moving citations only (speeding, failure to obey traffic signs, etc.) during this period.

7. Illegal Parking Illegal parking includes the following: 7.1 Occupying more than one parking space. 7.2 Parking in a space to which the driver is not entitled. 7.3 Failing to properly display the appropriate permit. 7.4 Parking along campus roadways and streets causing a traffic hazard. 7.5 Parking on or blocking campus sidewalks and/or fire lanes. 7.6 Parking on landscaped areas or restricted areas. 7.7 Parking an oversized vehicle so that it causes a traffic hazard. 7.8 Parking in academic lots by residence hall and cottage students 8:00 a.m. through 9:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday, with the exception of the gym parking lots. 7.9 Parking in residence hall or cottage parking areas by non-residents. 7.10 Parking in front of residence halls in the designated areas marked “Emergency Vehicles Only.” 7.11 Parking in a designated handicapped space without state handicapped plate or logo and/or an AWC handicapped parking permit.

2003â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2004 From Desert to Oasis 8. Citations and Rescinding of Parking Permits 8.1 Issuance of Citations 8.1.1 Citations will be issued for failure to register a vehicle and/or any other traffic violations. 8.1.2 All moving traffic violations and/or violation of Arizona Revised Statutes will warrant a civil, traffic, or complaint citation. Individuals receiving moving citations will be forwarded to the Yuma County Justice Court for adjudication. 8.2 Fine Schedule 8.2.1 Failure to register a motor vehicle......................................................$15.00 8.2.2 Illegal parking......................................................................................$15.00 8.2.3 Failure to pay fines or file an appeal within 14 calendar days of incident (in addition to original fine)................................................................$15.00 8.2.4 Failure to properly display permit.......................................................$15.00 8.2.5 Driving on Campus sidewalks/non-roadways.....................................$15.00 8.2.6 Exceeding 15 MPH speed limit...........................................................$25.00 8.2.7 Removing a barricade or other traffic control device.........................$25.00 8.2.8 Failure to yield for a pedestrian...........................................................$25.00 8.2.9 Exceeding fifty (50) decibels of sound, measured at a distance of fifty (50) feet from the instrument causing the sound.......................................$25.00 8.2.10 Falsifying information of campus vehicle registration......................$50.00 8.2.11 Displaying an illegal, altered, or substituted permit..........................$50.00 8.2.12 Illegal parking in a handicapped space.............................................$75.00 In addition, the provisions of ARS-28-884 carry the minimum penalty of $50.00 plus the penalty assessments prescribed by this statute. 8.3 Payment for Citation Fines 8.3.1 College traffic citation fines must be paid within fourteen (14) calendar days from the date of issue to the cashier in the college Business Office (located in the Administration Building). 8.3.2 A late fee of $15 will be charged for any citation fine not paid within fourteen (14) calendar days from the issuance of the citation. 8.3.3 Penalties for Employees: non-payment of any citation fine will result in a letter to the appropriate division chairperson or supervisor and the appropriate vice president. 8.4 Rescinding of Parking Permits Parking permits may be rescinded for the failure to pay assessed fines for citations, excessive citations, and/or failure to comply with police. 8.5 Voiding Parking Citations The Chief of Police is authorized to void, for legitimate reasons, citations written in error.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003â&#x20AC;&#x201C;2004 9. Appealing Issuance Of Citation 9.1 Appeals: A citation may be appealed within fourteen (14) days from the date in which the citation was written. Only citations clearly issued in error may be appealed. 9.2 If the appeal is denied, a subsequent appeal may be directed to the Office of the Vice President for Student Services. 9.3 Upon denial of appeal, fines will be due and payable immediately to the Business Office.

10. College Responsibility 10.1 Arizona Western College assumes no responsibility for damage to a motor vehicle or for any loss incurred while it is operated or parked on collegeowned or controlled property. 10.2 Neither the College, the Arizona Western College Governing Board, or the State Board of Directors for Community Colleges of Arizona will be responsible for damage to automobiles or other vehicles while parked on college property.

11. Disregard of Rules ARS #15-1449 states: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Administrative and disciplinary sanctions may be imposed on students, faculty and staff for a violation of the rules including a reasonable monetary penalty, impoundment, regular institutional discipline, withdrawal or suspension of campus parking privileges, encumbrances of records or grades, or both, and oral or written reprimand. Habitual and flagrant disregard of [community college traffic] rules is grounds for suspension or expulsion from the institution for a student and may be taken into consideration as to faculty and staff in regard to amount of salary and continuation of employment.â&#x20AC;?

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The Horizons Tour 2003—2004 Date/Location

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September 9

Bruce McDonald—Hypnotist

September 16, TH

Zarco Guerrero—Mask Maker & performer

October 7, TBA

Mariachi Corazon de Phoenix—Mariachis

October 25, TH

issoula Children’s Theater M Performances at 3 p.m. & 7 p.m.

November 4, YH Yellowbird Apache Dancers—Native American dance November 14 Garth Gilchrist—John Muir Biography (dinner theater) November 18 Kirby Soderberg—clowning/mime/juggling December 5 Dan Pinson—Latin & Classic Jazz (dinner performance) January 27, TH Crossroads Duo—music/dance collaboration February 10

Stories with the Talking Drum—African adventure

February 13 Phoenix Takio Japanes Drummers—music (dinner performance) February 24, CH

Jazz Caribe—Jazz/Calypso from West Indies

March 13, KH Missoula Children’s Theater March 26 Southwest Brass—big band/Dixieland/classics (dinner performance) April 6 Mei-Kuei Chan Cruise—Chinese Ribbon Dancer April 20

Tim Bays—guitar humorist

May 1, MV Missoula Children’s Theater

CU—Arizona Western College Union TH—AWC Theater YH—Yuma High School CH—Cibola High School MV—Mohawk Valley Made possible with grant assistance from: The Arizona Commission on the Arts, NAU—Yuma, & local schools. Performers are subject to change without notice, when necessary. All dinners begin at 6:00 p.m. and performances begin at 7:00 p.m. For more information, including ticket pricing, call the Campus Life Office at 344-7576. Tickets are available at the Campus Life Office in the College Union, Monday through Thursday between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. or at the door the night of the performance. For up to date information on these & other campus activities call

Campus Life at 344.7576

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Academic Success Tips Successful students set goals to achieve things they consider important. What is important to you?

GOAL SETTING STRATEGIES Set your goals and make them smart!

Making Smart Goals S Specific—Specific goals state exactly what you want to accomplish. They are clear and concise; not vague or confusing.

M Measurable—Measurable goals state what you want and when you want it. They enable you to measure your progress at any point along the way.

Action-Oriented—Action-oriented goals indicate how they will be achieved. They specify what you need to do to reach your goals.

Realistic—Realistic goals are possible. They are attainable, considering the resources and constraints relative to your situation.

Timely—Timely goals allow reasonable time to achieve them, but not so much time that you lose focus or motivation. Timely goals have a specific deadline.

Manage your most valuable possession—Time.  Record what you need to do in a calendar/planner—such as this one—to decrease the chances of forgetting what needs to be done.  Prioritize and spend time on important things before they become urgent. Number your tasks in order of importance (1, 2, 3) and complete them in that order. Do important things early. Waiting until they are urgent only increases your stress level.  Schedule time to complete your projects accordingly. Set up a study schedule to create positive habits. Spend more time on subjects that require improvement. Break down large projects into small steps.  Avoid Procrastination and just do it! It’s much easier to finish once you’ve started.  Remember Your Goals! Where does academic success fit in?  Review your list of tasks and check off completed ones. Transfer unfinished tasks to a future date and continue the process.

Celebrating 40 Years 2003–2004 STUDY STRATEGIES Listen    

Concentrate on the instructor. Listen for the main ideas. Focus your ears on the 5 W’s: Who? What? Where? Why? When? Be alert for the speaker’s feelings and style.

Take Notes     

Focus on important ideas and supporting facts. Use your own words. Discover different note-taking methods: mapping and outlining Keep notes organized by dating and numbering pages. Keep all notes for a class in one place.

Remember      

Review what you’ve learned in each class daily. Summarize important chapters, lectures, or discussions. Apply what you’re learning as soon as possible. Study with friends IF you can stay on topic. Learn memory aid techniques to trigger recall. Use short, repeated study periods instead of one long cram session.

Environment  Work in the same place as much as possible.  Make sure you have good lighting to avoid tired eyes and drowsiness.  Choose what’s best and stick to it!

Test Taking Skills  Determine what type of test you’ll be taking (multiple choice, essay, etc.)  Avoid cramming.  Set up a study schedule so you review everything well before the test. Use your planner to keep track.  Get enough rest the night before.  Wear comfortable clothing.  Take all the necessary tools: pens, pencils, calculator, highlighter, etc.  Skim the exam to make sure you have it all.  Read the instructions before starting.  Highlight key words like discuss, compare, list...  Keep track of time.  Be prepared!

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NAU—Early Registration for Spring

NAU—Early Registration for Spring NAU—Alumni Golf Tournament

NAU—Early Registration for Spring

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AWC & NAU Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes) NAU—Open Enrollment Begins

AWC & NAU Thanksgiving Holiday (no classes)

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NAU—Reading Week

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Residence Halls Close at 10 a.m.

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AWC—Late Registration

AWC—Late Registration Residence Halls open at 10a.m.

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AWC & NAU—Spring Break

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Job Fair & Fajita Cook Off 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

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NAU—Finals Week

NAU—Flagstaff Commencement

2003—2004 Celebrating 40 Years AWC—Last Day to Withdraw

AWC—Last Day to Withdraw

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AWCâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Summer Session I Ends

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AWCâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;Summer Session I, II & 10 Week Summer Session Ends

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