Johnson County Community College
Series 300: Student Personnel
Section 319: Student Rights and Responsibilities

Students enrolled at Johnson County Community College are expected to conduct themselves as responsible individuals. Students are subject to the jurisdiction of the college during their period of enrollment, and the college reserves the right to take disciplinary action, including suspension or expulsion, against those students who, in the finding of the college administration, and/or Campus Appeals Board, have not acted in the best interest of other students, faculty, staff, or the college as a whole. The following types of behavior are considered violations of the student code of conduct and may subject the student to disciplinary action and/or referral to appropriate law enforcement agencies.

1. Alcohol and Controlled Substances - Students at JCCC are required to follow all local, state and federal laws pertaining to the consumption of alcohol or use of controlled substances. No student shall consume or possess any alcoholic beverages, or unlawfully consume or possess controlled substances, on any college-owned or college-operated facility or at any college-sponsored event or activity either on or off campus. This includes service learning trips, internship experiences or any off-campus JCCC sponsored gathering of a student or students are subject to these conditions.

Exceptions to the consumption of alcohol are as follows:

• The Cafe and Atrium at the Nerman Museum for Contemporary Art, for their regular operations;
• For special events, the area of the Nerman Museum adjacent to the Cafe, the Regnier Center conference area, and the Carlsen Center lobby; and
• Such other locations as the Board of Trustees may designate from time to time.

Student organizations may apply for special events at which alcoholic beverages, limited to beer and/or wine may be served.

No student shall unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or be under the influence of a controlled substance, as defined in college policies as amended from time to time and/or as defined in the Controlled Substance Act (K.S.A. 65-4101). Illicit drug usage within the context of competitive athletics can compromise the physical well-being and health and safety of the individual; therefore, all athletes who practice and compete for varsity athletic teams at Johnson County Community College will be required to participate in the college's Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program. Specifics of the drug testing procedures, list of drugs of abuse, and counseling procedures are outlined within the Student Athlete Handbook.

Since participation in college-sponsored programs is considered a privilege and not a right, students are expected to adhere to all conditions of such participation. This includes, but is not limited to, behavioral conditions as described in contracts/agreements for athletic, academic and extra-curricular scholarships, and participation in other extra-curricular activities.

2. Assembly - Free and open assembly is permitted subject to reasonable time, place and manner restrictions. For the purposes of this Code, assembly is defined as an individual or group organizing for the purpose of communication. Use of college space should be requested through established facility reservation procedures. Student groups and organizations should request such use through the Department of Student Life and Leadership Development.

3. Assault and Battery - No student shall threaten or commit a physical or sexual assault on faculty, staff or another student or visitor. No student shall force or threaten to force another student, faculty or staff member to have sexual contact against that person’s will. Any student charged with assault, sexual assault or battery on campus may be prosecuted under criminal statutes and disciplined under the campus code of student conduct. The college reserves the right to pursue disciplinary action under the Student Code of Conduct even if the authorities do not pursue criminal charges for the action.

4. Cheating or Plagiarism

No student shall engage in behavior that, in the judgment of the instructor of the class, may be construed as cheating. This may include, but is not limited to, plagiarism or other forms of academic dishonesty such as the acquisition, without permission, of tests or other academic materials and/or distribution of these materials. This includes students who aid and abet, as well as those who attempt such behavior.

Additional examples of cheating include, but are not limited to, unauthorized sharing of answers during an exam, use of unauthorized notes or study materials during an exam, altering an exam and resubmitting it for re-grading, having another student take an exam for you or submit assignments in your name, participating in unauthorized collaboration on coursework to be graded, providing false data for a research paper, using electronic equipment to transmit information to a third party to seek answers, or creating/citing false or fictitious references for a term paper. Submitting the same paper for multiple classes may also be considered cheating if not authorized by the instructor. Examples of plagiarism include any attempt to take credit for work that is not your own, such as using direct quotes from an author without using quotation marks or indentation in the paper, paraphrasing work that is not your own without giving credit to the original source of the idea, or failing to properly cite all sources in the body of your work. This includes use of complete or partial papers from Internet paper mills or other sources of non original work without attribution.

Students charged with academic misconduct may face both academic and disciplinary action.

5. Computer/Campus Computing Systems - No student shall engage in the following:

a) Intentional corruption or misuse of college computer systems.

b) Use of systems for illegal or criminal activity.

c) The use of campus owned and operated computer networks, systems, software and hardware, for the posting of materials to electronic bulletin boards, chat rooms, mail lists, or via conventional e-mail that may be offensive or obscene. Examples of "offensive' or "obscene" material includes use of profanity, viewing pornography, defamation and harassment in violation of college policies and all applicable federal and state laws.

d) Viewing/observing or downloading non-educational images or material as described in “c.”

e) Use of the campus computing system for commercial or profit activities.

f) Attempts to disrupt or support the disruption of college or external information technology services, systems, or users – disruptive activities include, but are not limited to:

• sending unauthorized mass, chain or spam mail and/or ping bombs
• knowingly transmitting any computer viruses, worms, etc.
• hosting or using open mail relays on college equipment

g) The use of group web sites for the publication or distribution of copyrighted materials or licensed software.

6. Contracts - No student shall enter into a contract with an outside agency using the name of the college. Contracts entered into in violation of this rule shall be the personal responsibility of the student.

7. Counterfeiting and Altering - No student shall reproduce, copy, or tamper with or alter in any way, manner, shape or form, any writing, record, document of identification or any form used or maintained by the college. This shall include electronic and computerized data.

8. Discrimination or Harassment - No student shall engage in discrimination/harassment of another student; no one shall engage in discrimination/harassment of an instructor or staff member of the college as defined by college policy 411.01 and 420.02.

Harassment is prohibited based on race, color, age, sex, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation or other factors which can not be lawfully considered, to the extent specified by applicable federal and state laws. This includes:

a) submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of academic success; or

b) submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for academic decisions, affecting either the instructor or staff member; or

c) such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with the instructor, student or staff member’s performance or creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment.

Persons violating this policy will face student discipline up to and including suspension or expulsion. Any person believing that he or she has been subject to unlawful harassment, as set forth in this policy, should utilize the Discrimination or Harassment Complaint Procedure, as found in the Student Handbook.

9. Disruptive Behavior - No student shall behave in a manner that is unacceptable in a learning environment or that endangers or infringes upon the rights and/or safety of themselves or other students or staff. Any obstruction or disruption of an educational process, administrative process or other campus function is prohibited. It is the responsibility of all students to cooperate fully with campus officers from the JCCC Police Department in providing valid identification upon request.

Severe Disruption/Acts of Violence (Clear and Present Danger) - The vice president of Student Services or designated party may immediately impose an interim suspension in the event that a student’s continued presence on campus poses a significant danger to themselves or others, and/or there is reasonable cause to believe that such an interim suspension is required to protect lives or property and to insure the maintenance of order. A student so placed on interim suspension shall be given prompt notice of the charges and an opportunity for an administrative appeal to the office of the vice president of Student Services within 10 days of the imposition of the interim suspension. During the period of interim suspension, the student shall be prohibited from entering the grounds of Johnson County Community College at any time, for any reason, unless otherwise approved by the vice president of Student Services. Violation of such shall be grounds for trespass charges and expulsion.

10. Dumping and Littering - No student shall deposit, dump, litter or otherwise dispose of any refuse on college property, except in duly designated refuse depositories.

11. Electronic Devices - Cellular phones, pagers, Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs), Personal Communication Devices and other electronic devices shall not be used in a manner that causes disruption in the classroom, library or within any college-owned or college-operated facilities. This includes abuse of cellular devices with photographic capability. Utilizing these devices for the purposes of photographing test questions or engaging in other forms of academic misconduct or illegal activity is prohibited, as is photographing individuals in secured areas such as lavatories or locker rooms. Taking photographs of any individuals without their consent is strictly prohibited.

12. Gambling - No student shall engage in any form of gambling, as defined in K.S.A. 21- 4302 as amended from time to time, on college-owned or operated property including college owned computer systems, or at college-sponsored events either on or off campus or through the use of college owned computer systems.

13 . Safety - Students are required to observe the safety rules of any classroom, laboratory or other college premises, whether such procedures be written or oral rules or directions. This shall include, but not be limited to, the wearing of any required personal protective equipment and the following of prescribed methods and procedures for handling and disposing of certain materials which may be hazardous, unstable, infectious, etc.

14. Smoking - Smoking is prohibited in any college building or facility except in outdoor designated, posted areas.

15. Theft/Vandalism - No student shall engage in the theft of or damage to property belonging to another person or the college. This includes tampering with coin-operated machines, defacing of public property, and unauthorized relocating of campus property without proper authorization.

16. Use of College Facilities - No student shall be in campus buildings except during times established in the academic calendar or during normal college hours of operation. Students wishing to utilize college facilities at times outside of normal hours of operation must secure permission from the director of Student Life.

Weapons -

For purposes of this policy, “weapon” means any object or substance designed to inflict a wound, cause an injury or incapacitate, or create a reasonable fear of harm, including but not limited to those weapons described in K.S.A. 21-4201, as amended. Notwithstanding the foregoing, personal self-defense items containing mace or pepper spray shall not be deemed to be weapons for the purposes of this policy.

Johnson County Community College prohibits the possession or use of firearms, explosives, or other weapons or any facsimile thereof within any College building or facility and at any College-sponsored classes, events or activities. This policy shall apply to all persons entering or upon any College campus, including students, employees, and campus visitors; provided that, this policy shall not apply to authorized and full-time commissioned law enforcement officers, authorized armored car personnel, or others authorized in writing by the JCCC Chief of Police or designee.

Pursuant to K.S.A. 75-7c10 of the Kansas Personal and Family Protection Act, K.S.A. 75-7c01 et seq., as amended (the “Act”), no license issued pursuant to the Act shall authorize a licensee to carry a concealed weapon into any College facility that is posted in accordance with rules and regulations adopted by the Kansas Attorney General as a facility where carrying a concealed weapon is prohibited. Notwithstanding the foregoing, and in accordance with the Act, this policy shall not be deemed to prohibit any person licensed under the Act from possessing a firearm within a vehicle or other private means of conveyance.

Any person violating this policy may be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, including but not limited to termination or expulsion (with loss of all credit for the current semester, no refund of tuition and fees for the semester, and permanent prohibition from future enrollment or participation in college or college-sponsored activities) immediate removal from the premises, and/or arrest.

Regulations of the Student Code of Conduct:

No student shall violate any published regulation of student code of conduct adopted or approved by the Board of Trustees.

Other Violations - No student shall (a) violate federal or state law or local ordinance, (b) aid or abet any other violation of federal law, state law, local ordinance, or this student code of conduct, (c) violate any other JCCC policy.

Sanctions:

The following sanctions may be imposed upon any student found to be in violation of the Student Code of Conduct and may include but are not limited to:

1. Warning: An opportunity for a student to be given a clear directive to change/modify behavior in lieu of an official disciplinary sanction being imposed.

2. Probation: A period of time during which the privilege of continuing in student status is conditional. The conditions may include, but are not limited to, loss of privileges, to which a current student would otherwise be entitled and an acknowledgment by the student that any additional violations of the Student Code of Conduct may result in more serious sanctions.

3. Interim Suspension: The vice president of Student Services or designated party may immediately impose an interim suspension in the event that a student’s continued presence on campus poses a significant danger to themselves or others, and/or there is reasonable cause to believe that such an interim suspension is required to protect lives or property and to insure the maintenance of order.

4. Suspension: Separation of the student from student status from the campus for a definite period of time, after which the student is eligible to return. Conditions for readmission may be specified.

5. Expulsion: Permanent separation of the student from student status from the campus.

Process to File a Disciplinary Complaint

Complaints against students by JCCC faculty, staff, other students, and members of the campus community should be directed to the office of the dean of Student Services in writing (e-mail is acceptable although a signed statement may eventually be requested) as soon as possible after the incident giving rise to the complaint. The complaint should include, minimally, the date, time, location, parties involved, and a description of the incident. Any written evidence should also be sent to the office of the dean of Student Services.

Situations requiring immediate attention of a non-emergency nature, e.g., class disruption which is likely to continue, should be reported by phone to the dean of Student Services and followed up in writing within a maximum of three days. Emergency situations requiring police assistance, e.g., serious disruptions, crimes, or where there is violence or the threat of violence, should be brought to the immediate attention of the JCCC Police Department at ext.4111. For assistance by other emergency personnel, contact must first be made with JCCC's Police Department.

All decisions made by the dean of Student Services are subject to the provisions of board policy 319.02.

Date of Adoption:
Revised: 5/26/93, 6/17/93, 6/19/97, 6/18/98, 3/23/00, 4/17/03, 3/23/04, 1/18/07, 5/17/07, 8/2/07, 12/13/07, 01/15/09

Notice of Nondiscrimination

Johnson County Community College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination.

Johnson County Community College
Series 400: Personnel
Section 411: Application of Personnel Policies

Johnson County Community College is a place where freedom of expression and civility are encouraged. In valuing diversity, the college recognizes the individual differences based on unique ethnic, cultural, gender and political backgrounds, and the differences represented by staff in age, education and physical ability. In a diverse environment, it becomes the responsibility of each employee to respect these individual differences and to refrain from imposing personal viewpoints on other staff or students.

All personnel policies of the Johnson County Community College shall be applied without regard to a person's race, color, age, sex, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran's status, sexual orientation or other factors which can not be lawfully considered, to the extent specified by applicable federal and state laws.

Date of Adoption:
Revised: 3/2/00, 4/10/06

Johnson County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, disability, age, religion, marital status, veteran’s status, sexual orientation, or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities as required by all applicable laws and regulations. Inquiries concerning the college’s compliance with its non-discrimination policies may be referred to the Dean of Student Services or Director of Human Resources, Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, 8930 Ward Parkway, Suite 2037, Kansas City, MO 64114, 816-268-0550.

JCCC provides a range of services to allow persons with disabilities to participate in educational programs and activities. If you desire support services, contact the office of Access Services for Students With Disabilities (913) 469-8500, ext. 3521, or TDD (913) 469-3885. The Access Services office is located in the Success Center on the second floor of the Student Center.