10-11 SRC Student Handbook by Spoon River College

Spoon River College 2010-2011

Student Handbook

Guide to the Spoon River College Online Student Handbook and Student Notification Requirements Spoon River College has a number of policies, procedures, and programs in place to assist students in accessing student services, and to keep them on track for graduation, employment, and/or transfer. Accreditation and Approvals • Approving Agencies - pp. 2-3 Academic Policies and Programs • Academic Honors – p. 61 • Academic Programs – pp. 62-65 • Attendance – p. 66 • Cooperative Program Agreements – pp. 66-70 • Degree Completion Program – pp. 70-73 • Grading – p. 74 • Honors Program – pp. 75-76 • Online Courses – p. 77 • Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy – pp. 77-87 • Spoon River College Transcripts – p. 87 • Transfer Credit Evaluation – pp. 8789 • Transfer Services – pp. 89-90 College Cost and Tuition Payment • Cost of College Tuition and Fees – pp. 4-5 • Books and Materials – p. 6 • Other Costs of Attendance – p. 6 • Tuition and Fee Due Dates – pp. 6-7 • Payment in Full – p. 7 • Tuition Payment Plan – p. 7 • e-Cashier – pp. 7-8 • Outstanding Accounts – p. 8 • Chargeback – pp. 8-9

• Tuition Payment Statement (Form 1098T) – p. 9 • Refunds – pp. 10-11 College Policy • Assessment of Student Learning – pp. 11-12 • Computing Guidelines – pp. 12-15 • Data Privacy Policy – pp. 16-26 • Emergency Closing – p. 26 • Student Code of Conduct – pp. 28-57 • Student Information Disclosure Reports – p. 57 • Student Petition Process – pp. 57-60 • Parking and Public Transportation – pp. – 60-61 • Voter Registration – p. 61 Financial Aid • Financial Aid Disbursement – p. 97 • Types of Financial Aid – pp. 97-98 • Fed. Direct Student Loan & Repayment – pp. 98-102 • Loss of Financial Aid Due to Drug Offenses – p. 105 Registration Policies • Add/Drop Deadline and Schedule Adjustments – p. 90 • Adding, Dropping, and Withdrawing – pp. 91-92 • Auditing Classes – pp. 92-93 • Class Cancellations – p. 93 • Course Registration Limits – p. 93 • Foreign Transcripts – p. 94 • High School Transcripts – p. 94 • Late Registration – p. 96 • Placement Testing & Other Testing Services – p. 95 • Records – pp. 95-96 • Registration for Classes – p. 96 Student Health and Safety • Campus Security and Crime Report – pp. 107-112

• Drug and Alcohol Policy – pp. 112113 • Drug and Alcohol Criminal Penalties – p. 113 • Health Risks and Treatment – pp. 114 - 116 Student Body Profile – p. 106 Student Life • Student Activities - p. 117 • Clubs and Organizations – pp. 117120 • Student Government Association – p. 120 • Athletics – pp. 120-121 Student Services and Support Services • Academic Advising – p. 121 • Academic Success Center – pp. 121122 • Cafeteria (The Sandbar) – p. 123 • Contact Information – pp. 123-127 • disAbility Support Services – pp. 127-128 • Employment Opportunities – pp. 128-129 • Health Insurance – p. 127 • My SRC – Online Student Services – p. 129 • New Student Orientation - p. 129 • Tutoring – p. 129

ACCREDITATION AND APPROVALS

ACCREDITATION Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400 Chicago, IL 60602-2504 Telephone: (312) 263-0456 APPROVED BY . . . •

Illinois Board of Higher Education 4 West Old Capitol Plaza, Room 500 Springfield, IL 62701-1287

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Illinois Community College Board 401 East Capitol Avenue Springfield, IL 62701-1711

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Illinois Department of Adult, Vocational, and Technical Education 100 North First Street Springfield, IL 62702

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Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulations 525 West Jefferson Street Springfield, IL 62786

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Illinois Department of Public Health 320 West Washington Street Springfield, IL 62786

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Illinois State Board of Education 100 North First Street Springfield, IL 62702

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Illinois Student Assistance Commission 1755 Lake Cook Road Deerfield, IL 60015-5209

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State-Approving Agency for Department of Veteran's Affairs 833 South Spring Street Springfield, IL 62794-9432

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United States Department of Education 555 New Jersey Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20208-5574

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COLLEGE COST AND TUITION PAYMENT THE COST OF COLLEGE TUITION 2010 Tuition Costs

Per Credit Hour

One 3 credit class

12 hours Full-time Status

Includes Student Fees of $12.00 per credit hour

$88.00

$300.00

$1,200.00

Out-ofDistrict

$214.00

$678.00

$2,712.00

Out-ofState

$250.00

$786.00

$3,144.00

In-District

Fees Student Fees â&#x20AC;&#x201C; per credit hour

Immediate Transcript Fee Nursing Application Fee

$12.00 Student Life, Technology, and Student Government Association $4.00 Immediate request

$100.00 Out-of-District applicants

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Nursing Application Fee

$50.00 In-District applicants

Tuition and fees are subject to change through actions of the SRC Board of Trustees or by the State of Illinois formula used to calculate out-of-district fees. Student fees support student government, and organizations; maintain technology appropriate for the learning environment; testing materials, and copies of student class schedules; and schedule adjustments such as adding, dropping, or withdrawing from classes. Course Fees Course fees are necessary to accommodate the continual increase in consumable instructional material and supplies. Certain programs, courses and laboratory classes require specialized supplies, laboratory equipment, and tools. Course Fees General Education Courses – per credit hours General Education Science Courses – per credit hour Career & Technical Education Courses – per credit hour Developmental Education Courses – per credit hour

$ 3.00 $15.00 $25.00 $15.00

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Books and Materials Fees Books and supplies vary depending on how many and what type of courses a student is enrolled in. As a general rule, books, instructional material, and supplies for a full-time college student are estimated to be around $850.00 per year. The SRC Bookstore sells books and supplies and buys back used books in good condition at the end of each term. The SRC Bookstore has implemented a guaranteed book buyback program. Books qualifying for this program will be guaranteed to be bought back at the end of the semester for 50% of the new book price. Books are clearly marked as to whether or not they are in the program. Other Costs of Attendance In addition to tuition, fees, and books, students should anticipate that they will have other costs and expenses as a college student. Spoon River College expects that over a nine month academic year students could have the following expenses: • •

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Transportation - $1,350 Housing - $4,830 (independent students and dependent students living away from home) Miscellaneous Personal Expenses - $900.

Tuition and Fees Due Dates Tuition and fees are due prior to the beginning of each semester. Due dates are published on the website. Failure to 5|Page

pay tuition and fees or secure appropriate funding by the published due date may result in the automatic cancellation of the student's registration. Payment in Full Students must pay their total tuition and fees due to SRC by the published due date for each semester. Payment may be made with cash, check, money order, or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, or Discover). Students not paying in full can participate in the tuition payment plan. Tuition Payment Plan Nelnet Business Solutions (NBS) (formerly FACTS) is a tuition payment plan that enables students to spread tuition payments equally over several months without interest or finance charges. Paying monthly can limit student borrowing and lowers the overall costs of education. The fee to budget monthly payments is a $25.00 per semester, nonrefundable enrollment fee. For more information, please contact Student Accounts at (309) 649-7021. e-Cashier Enrolling in NBS is simple and the plan offers multiple payment options. Connection to the e-Cashier website is available through the SRC website. Students may budget tuition and fees payments one of two ways: Automatic Bank Payment (ACH) are payments via electronic check or bank withdrawals that authorize NBS to process directly with the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial institution. It is simply a bank-to-bank transfer of preapproved funds for 6|Page

expenses at SRC. Payments may be made from either a checking or savings account. Payments are processed on the 5th of each month and will continue until tuition is paid in full. Credit Card Option: Students may charge monthly tuition payment to a MasterCard or Discover card. Payments will be automatically charged to the credit card on the 5th of each month until the balance is paid in full. Credit card convenience fees will be charged by NBS. Outstanding Accounts Failure to pay all tuition and fees will result in the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s account being turned over to a collection agency. All fees associated with collection (currently 33% of the balance to be collected) will be added to the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s account. Interest charges at the rate of 1% per month (12% per year) will begin to accrue on any balance due if not paid by the published due date. All previous financial obligations must be cleared before the time of registration. No student shall be permitted to enroll until such obligations are paid in full. Grades, transcripts, clearance for registration, and graduation will be held on all students with outstanding accounts until the account is settled and a clearance forwarded to Admissions and Records. Chargeback Students may enroll in an academic program not offered by SRC and can apply for a chargeback from SRC to attend 7|Page

the community college of choice. SRC policies regarding chargeback for in-district students are as follows: • • • • • •

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Chargeback request forms are due 30 days prior to registration for each term. Chargeback does not apply if the degree program is offered by SRC. Upon approval of a chargeback request, the student will be responsible for paying only the in-district tuition and fees of that community college. SRC authorizes chargeback for programs only, not individual courses. Students seeking attendance in a program not offered by SRC may be directed to colleges that participate in a cooperative agreement. SRC will not pay chargeback should the student elect to attend a college not part of the cooperative agreement, if the program is not available in their district. Out-of-district students who are denied a chargeback request may enroll in SRC classes by paying the rate approved for out-of-district students. Information is available from the Office of the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services.

Tuition Payment Statement (Form 1098T) Spoon River students can secure their 1098T by logging into their MySRC account or one will be sent by mail at the student’s request.

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Refunds Students dropping a credit course(s), either online or in person after completing the appropriate paperwork will be eligible for refund of tuition and fees according to the following schedule. Refund period is the number of business days beginning with the first day of classes. Length of Class Session

Refund Period

% Refund

All Credit Courses

Up to the first class session

100%

9 to 16 Weeks Semester

First day of classes to 5th day of classes

100%

6th day of classes to 10th day of classes

50%

5 to 8 Weeks Semester

First day to 5th day of classes

100%

2 to 4 Weeks Semester

First day to before 2nd day of classes

100%

Less than 2 Weeks Semester

First class to before 2nd class

100%

Community Education and NonCredit

The day before the first class meeting

100%

CDT program

First day of classes to 5th day of classes

100%

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100% refund of tuition and fees is granted if a scheduled course is cancelled by the college. Students asked to leave the college or a course(s) for misconduct are NOT eligible to receive a refund of tuition and fees. Students may request a refund based upon a medical withdrawal by completing a Medical Withdrawal Form, located in Student Services. Military reservists called to active duty while enrolled at SRC shall receive a full refund or credit against future enrollment. All requests are approved by the Vice President of Administrative Services. COLLEGE POLICY

ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT LEARNING The college has identified general education competencies to be achieved by all students completing a degree at Spoon River College. Faculty have implemented classroom assessment activities and suggested artifacts for student portfolios have been identified on class syllabi. Career programs use simulations, demonstrations, and local and state licensure exams to assess learning. Assessment results are used to improve teaching and learning strategies. All associate degree-seeking students will be required to complete a degree portfolio which will document mastery of the general education competencies. Students earning AA&S and AGS degrees will also be required to complete 10 | P a g e

the HUM110 Degree Portfolio Development capstone course. COMPUTING GUIDELINES Spoon River College computing resources are provided to employees and students to further the mission of the college. The network has been set up with security measures to ensure that unauthorized users are prevented from accessing stored information and network resources. The system is provided for the official use of employees and students and as such the systems and the stored information are subject to the collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s review. The college will comply with all laws pertaining to privacy on private networks. Users should use personal media to store their personal information that they do not wish to be subject to review. Users are personally responsible for any misuse or illegal use of the systems and are subject to all civil and criminal penalties arising from such use. Each user shall act in an ethical manner consistent with the stated goals and mission of SRC. Each user is responsible for their use of computing resources. The college has the responsibility to provide appropriate security, to maintain reliability and data integrity, and to enforce these guidelines. Unauthorized uses of computer resources include but are not limited to: â&#x20AC;˘ Usage which violates any federal or state law. â&#x20AC;˘ Unauthorized access to college files, other user files, or any protected and private computer resources. 11 | P a g e

• Unauthorized copying, revising, damaging, removing, or distributing software. • Unauthorized copying, revising, damaging, removing, or distributing college programs or data or any other user’s programs or data without permission. • Activities that disrupt normal computer/network use and services. Such disruptions include, but are not limited to propagation of computer viruses, violation of personal privacy, and unauthorized access to protected and private network resources. • Damaging or altering college computer equipment or any technology. • Usage which is harmful or harassing to other users. • Unauthorized use of college computing resources for monetary gain. • Installation of software on any SRC computer or network. • All installations on SRC computers must be approved by the Chief Information Officer or Director of Technology Services, who will perform or supervise all approved installations. Misuse of college computing resources or failure to adhere to SRC’s Computing Guidelines is subject to disciplinary student code of conduct action. Copyright Infringement and File Sharing Under copyright law, it is illegal to download or share copyrighted materials such as music or movies without the permission of the copyright owner. Downloading or sharing 12 | P a g e

files are traceable and could result in a significant financial penalty. Spoon River College will treat illegal downloads or the illegal sharing of copyrighted materials with College computers as a violation of the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s student code of conduct. Spoon River College will cooperate with the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). RIAA is now sending colleges letters pointing to specific alleged instances of illegal file sharing and requesting the college to forward the letter to the person the college identifies as being associated with the activity. The letter, called a "PreSettlement Letter" notifies the student that he or she has a specified number of days to settle with the RIAA by going to a designated website, entering identifying information, and paying a set amount, usually between $3,000 and $5,000, but sometimes considerably more. The letter states that, if the recipient chooses not to settle, the RIAA will file a lawsuit and the offer to settle for the amount stipulated may no longer be an option. Summary of Civil and Criminal Penalties for Violation of Federal Copyright Laws Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code). These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without authority constitutes an infringement.

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Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or "statutory" damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For "willful" infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys' fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505. Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense. For more information, please see the Web site of the U.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov, especially their FAQ's at www.copyright.gov/help/faq. A growing number of secure, RIAA-approved options are available for downloading music files. A few of the services that have emerged include: amazonmp3 - http://www.amazon.com/mp3 Apple iTunes - http://www.itunes.com/ Napster - http://www.napster.com/ Rhapsody - http://www.listen.com/ Y! Music - http://new.music.yahoo.com/ Zune - http://www.zune.net/ A more comprehensive list of legal downloading sites can be found at http://www.educause.edu/legalcontent.

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DATA PRIVACY POLICY Spoon River College upholds the Federal law, The Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA), giving students the right to inspect, review, and amend their educational records. SRC students will be permitted to inspect their own educational records. In addition, the college will not release or disclose information or allow inspection of records without prior written permission from the student, unless, by law, prior consent is not required under certain circumstances. Students also have a right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education. Scope: This policy applies to all Spoon River College students. Definitions: College official: A person employed by the college in an administrative, supervisory, academic, research, support staff, or student worker position or an outside contractor (e.g., health or medical professional, attorney, auditor) acting as an agent for the college or the Illinois Community College Board or a student employed in the college work study/student worker program. Educational data or education records: Any data in any form directly relating to an individual student maintained by the College or by a person acting for the institution.

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Eligible Parent: A parent or guardian providing documentation to that supports the student is a legal dependent for tax purposes, or provides a signed release as designated by official documentation. Student: An individual currently or formerly enrolled or registered or individuals who receive shared time educational services from a public agency or institution. All students at the College have the same rights regarding their educational data regardless of age. Student records: Student records include any and all records, in any medium, formally maintained by the college that is directly related to a student. Details: 1. Notification of Rights: The College will provide students in attendance with an annual notification of the rights available under FERPA. A Student Handbook is produced on an annual basis and provided to each student during the beginning of every semester as determined by the academic calendar. The Student Handbook is on the Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website and in the SRC catalog. SRC will follow procedures to comply with this law. 2. Right to Review and Inspect: Students have the right to review and inspect their permanent student records. A student desiring to review records may do so by submitting a request in writing to the Director of Enrollment Services who will schedule such inspections within 45 College days of the request. A student desiring copies of educational 16 | P a g e

records may receive such after payment of a fee of $1.00 per sheet. This is exclusive of normal transcript service. 3. Waiver of Right to Inspect: The College will not provide confidential letters or statements of recommendation concerning admission to another educational institution, or applications for employment, unless the student has waived the right to inspect such letters or statements. 4. Right to Amend Educational Records: The student, or eligible parents of the student, may challenge the accuracy of their educational records. It is important to note that grades earned are not covered under FERPA because the rights of challenge are not intended to allow a student to contest, for example, a grade in a course because the student felt that a higher grade should have been assigned. However, FERPA does obligate faculty to honor a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s request to determine if a grade was recorded in error. The process to request a revision of an educational record may include the following steps and appeal options: Step One â&#x20AC;&#x201C; If the student believes that the education record is inaccurate, misleading or in violation of privacy rights, the student may request in writing to the Director of Enrollment Services that the record be changed. The letter should state the nature of the inaccuracy or error and 17 | P a g e

request the revision that the student wants made in the record. The Director will review the request and respond to the student in writing within ten (10) business days of receipt of the request. Step Two â&#x20AC;&#x201C; If the request to amend the record is denied by the Director of Enrollment Services, a student may request an appeal review before the Dean of Student Services within ten (10) business days of the date of notification of the appeal decision in step one. Failure to file an appeal in a timely manner constitutes a waiver of the right to appeal. The Dean of Student Services will review the request for appeal review letter and will determine if the request has merit. In addition, the Dean of Student Services may schedule a meeting with the applicant. An advocate may attend this meeting but may not participate except to advise. In the event that new information is presented that may affect the outcome of the original record revision decision in step one, the Dean of Student Services has the discretion to request a meeting with the Director of Enrollment Services and the student appealing the decision. The Dean will render a review decision in writing within ten (10) business days of the appeal meeting. Step Three â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Following the decision of the appeal review, a student may request a third review before the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services. The request for a third appeal must be submitted in writing to the Vice President within ten (10) business days of the date of the 18 | P a g e

appeal review decision completed in step two. Failure to file an appeal in a timely manner constitutes a waiver of the right to appeal. The Vice President will review the original appeal letter, the appeal review letter and the third appeal request and will determine if the grounds for a third-level appeal have merit. The Vice President may schedule a meeting with the student. An advocate may attend this meeting but may not participate except to advise. In the event that new information is presented that may affect the outcome of the original record revision request or the appeal review decision, the Vice President has the discretion to request a meeting of the Director of Enrollment Services, the Dean of Student Services and the student appealing the request to revise a record. The Vice President will render a thirdlevel appeal decision in writing within ten (10) business days of the third-level appeal meeting. Step Four â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Following the outcome of a third-level appeal with the Vice President, a student may request a final review. Unresolved third-level appeals will be referred to the College President for final review. The President shall issue a decision in writing to the student within ten (10) business days of the request for final review. The Presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision is final and binding. 5. Disclosure: There are two types of information distinguished under FERPA: personally identifiable information and directory information. Certain conditions 19 | P a g e

exist with regard to disclosure of each kind of information. The College complies as follows: a. Personally Identifiable Information: Personally Identifiable Information is information that would include identifying data such as studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name, social security number, academic work completed, grades, achievement test scores, aptitude test scores, health data, or other personal characteristics or information which would make the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s identity easily traceable. Prior consent, in the form of a signed and dated document, must be provided by the student to authorize the College to disclose personally identifiable information. The consent must specify records that may be disclosed, should state purpose of disclosure, and must identify party or class of parties to whom disclosure may be made. b. Directory Information: FERPA allows for the disclosure of directory information as identified by the institution. SRC has designated the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s name, address, telephone listing, electronic mail address, major field of study, dates of attendance, most recent education agency or institution attended, degrees, honors and awards, height and weight of student athletes and participation in officially recognized activities received as directory information. The College will disclose directory information only, upon request, to other educational colleges and/or universities. A student has the right to refuse designation of any or all of this directory information by notifying the Director of 20 | P a g e

Enrollment Services, in writing within ten (10) College days of the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s initial enrollment. 6. Exceptions: FERPA allows for the release of student records without written consent of the student under the following conditions: a. To school officials with legitimate educational interest. The College has designated school officials such as faculty, administration, professional employees, support staff, work-study students, or persons employed by or under contract to the College (example: an attorney or auditor) acting as an official agent of the College to perform a business function or service on behalf of the institution. A school official is determined to have legitimate educational interest if the information requested is necessary for that official to: 1) perform appropriate tasks that are specified in his or her position description or by a contract agreement; 2) perform a task related to a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s education; 3) perform a task related to the discipline of a student; 4) provide a service or benefit relating to the student or studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s family, such as health care, counseling, job placement, or financial aid;

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5) identify tasks that must be determined to be consistent with the purposes for which the data are maintained; and/or 6) maintaining safety and security on campus. b. In compliance with a court order or subpoena; c. Parents of dependent students Parents of dependent students may have the right to gain access to information in student education records. For purposes of FERPA, the college limits the student education record information that may be released (without the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specific written permission) to Directory Information and specific data elements only. A student must have indicated that either parent claimed him/her as a tax dependent on an application for financial aid (FAFSA). Otherwise, the parent must provide a copy of the most recently completed Federal Income Tax Return indicating that the student in question was claimed as a dependent. The college defines a dependent as a student that is considered dependent on a parent according to IRS guidelines (as defined in Section 152 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954). In addition, the College will assume dependency for students enrolled in the dual enrollment program. Dependency status will be verified through the use of financial aid records maintained in the S drive or by requesting IRS records from a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s parent. If dependency cannot be determined, a signed release from the student will be required. 22 | P a g e

The following information may be released to the parents of dependent college students; a) b) c) d) e)

Tuition account balances Financial aid eligibility Studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s schedule of classes Reason for an account hold Explanation of satisfactory academic progress status

Directory information can be released to parents without verifying dependency status. The college will respond to phone or in-person inquiries by the parents of dependent students. If for any reason staff does not feel comfortable releasing information over the phone, the caller should be referred to the staff memberâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s immediate supervisor, the Dean of Student Services, or the Director of Enrollment Services. d. To schools in which a student seeks or intends to enroll (the College will make an attempt to notify the student that records are being provided); e. To the Comptroller General of the United States; f. To the Attorney General of the United States; g. To the Secretary of the Department of Education;

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h. Federal, State and Local educational authorities involving an audit or evaluation of compliance with education programs; i. In connection with a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s application for, or receipt of, financial aid (such as the administration or continuation of aid) and organizations associated with providing financial aid to a student. j. In the event of a health or safety emergency where the information is required to resolve the emergency; k. That is considered directory information, so long as the student has not requested nondisclosure of this information; l. That is a result of a disciplinary hearing where the student is the perpetrator crime of violence or a non-forcible sex offense. Under this exception, information may be released to anyone, including the media. No information on the victim or witnesses may be released; m. Of a student under the age of 21 who has committed a drug or alcohol related offense (e.g. reporting the offense to the parents of the student). n. To an alleged victim of a crime of violence (as defined in 18 U.S.C. Sect 16) or non-forcible sex offense, the final results of the alleged student perpetratorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s disciplinary proceeding may be released o. Federal and state government agencies and officials, accrediting agencies and organizations conducting studies for or on behalf of educational agencies if conducted so as 24 | P a g e

not to permit the personal identification of any individual student. p. Schools or colleges to which the student is currently enrolled (dual enrollment, consortium agreements). q. Release of information requested under the terms of the Patriot Act. r. Directory information. 7. Right to File a Complaint: A student has a right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education. There are two basic requirements for a complaint to be properly filed against and institution in relation to FERPA infractions: a. The complaint must be made within 180 day of when the infraction was discovered. b. There must be sufficient facts (evidence) to prove the violation. The Family Policy Compliance Office, U. S. Department of Education, 400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-4605 is the office responsible for enforcing/ administering the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act and should be contacted to file a complaint. 8. Students Right-to-Know: The Student Right-To-Know Act of 1990 requires the College to compile and release completion, graduation, and transfer-out rates to all students. This information is available from the office of Admissions and Records. 25 | P a g e

EMERGENCY CLOSING The College will normally remain open except for official holidays. However, in times of inclement weather, classes may be suspended. The decision will not necessarily parallel that of the public schools. The decision to close the campus will normally be made by 6:00 a.m. and evening classes by 4:00 p.m. Information will be posted at the following locations: SRC Website www.SRC.edu Radio Stations WBYS 107.9 FM WMBD 1470 AM WCIC 91.5 FM WIUM 91.3 FM WJEQ 102.7 FM WKXQ 92.5 FM WRMS 94.3 FM WDUK 99.3 FM WKAI 99.3 FM WGIL 92.7 FM

TV Stations WEEK (NBC 25) WMBD (CBS 31) WHOI (ABC 19) WGEM (NBC 10)

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STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT 1. Purpose and Basis for Authority The Spoon River College Student Code of Conduct serves two purposes: the first purpose is to serve as a guide for student behavior; the second purpose is to outline the procedures to be followed, both by students and college officials, should violations of the Code occur. It is expected that all students will read this code and will be responsible for knowing and abiding by its contents. In the eyes of the College, two authorities guide a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s conduct while on campus or while participating in offcampus, college-sponsored activities. First, as a citizen of the larger community, each student is expected to abide by the rules, regulations, and policies of the College. Secondly, as a civic citizen, each student is expected to obey local, state, and federal laws. 2. Philosophy As an institution dedicated to teaching and learning, Spoon River College has a vested interest in maintaining an environment in which all students are free to pursue their academic interests and responsibilities. Conduct by a single student or a group of students that unreasonably restricts such freedom and interferes with the College mission of promoting student learning is subject to regulation and/or sanction by the College. The creation of such an environment is premised on the assumption that students have both rights and responsibilities. Therefore, a major function of the College is to guarantee student rights, and at

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the same time to demand student responsibility. 3. Student Rights The rights of students of Spoon River College derive both from their status as students and from their status as citizens of the state and nation. These rights include, but are not limited to, the following: 1) Students have the right to freedom from discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, creed, political beliefs, national origin, or disability. 2) Students have the right to be safe and free from all physical violence. 3) Students have the right to expect that their personal property will be safe from theft, damage, and destruction. 4) Students have the right to accurate and timely information regarding academic issues, such as course requirements and expectations, and graduation requirements. 5) Students have the right to expect that all of their records will be maintained in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974. 6) Students have the right to fair and impartial treatment and due process in the investigation of any alleged violation. 7) Students have the right to expect fair, consistent, and appropriate discipline if they are found guilty of violating a rule or regulation. 8) Students have the right to grieve actions and policies, which they consider unfair and inconsistent. 28 | P a g e

9) Students have the right to freely engage in inquiry and discussion, the cornerstone of education at Spoon River College. Therefore, in accordance with the guarantees of federal and state constitutions, students have the right to speak, write, and discuss freely all ideas relevant to their educational development. 4. Definitions • Expulsion: Permanent denial of the privilege of enrollment at the College. • Hazing: An act which endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a person, subjects a person to public humiliation or ridicule, or which destroys or removes public or private property for purposes of membership in a student group, organization, or athletic team. • Preponderance of Evidence: Is based upon a persuasive standard of responsibility that the Student Code of Conduct was violated. Conduct violation rulings will be based on the greater weight of the evidence or preponderance of evidence collected by the college and presented at an informal or formal conduct meeting. This preponderance is based on the more convincing evidence and its probable truth or accuracy, and not on the amount of evidence. • Student: An individual enrolled in a credit or noncredit course or classes or has been admitted to the college at the time that the alleged conduct offense occurred. • Summary Suspension: A suspension imposed without a formal hearing to ensure the safety and 29 | P a g e

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well being of members of the College community. Suspension: Denial of the privilege of enrollment for a specified period of time after which the student is eligible to return. Conditions for readmission may be specified.

5. General Policy The College establishes a student code of conduct. Generally, College disciplinary action shall be for conduct that adversely affects the college community’s pursuit of its educational objectives. The reference to “College” includes any event or site off campus where students, faculty and staff represent the College. Some programs may have more stringent policies that can be found within the publications of the respective department(s) or with the appropriate Dean. 6. Misconduct The following misconduct is subject to disciplinary action. This list is not exhaustive and could include student conduct committed off campus that affects the College, students, staff or faculty and/or impacts the learning environment at the College: A. Academic Misconduct "Academic Misconduct" generally refers to behavior also known as academic fraud in which an individual cheats, plagiarizes, or otherwise falsely represents someone else’s work as his or her own. Forms of Academic misconduct include, but are by no means limited to: • Cheating: During any academic evaluation activity, using or attempting to use unauthorized materials, information, notes, 30 | P a g e

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study aids or other devices, or information from another student or student’s paper; during any academic evaluation activity, any unauthorized communication of information, including collaborating, contrary to the requirements of a course, with others (who may or may not be students) in work to be presented; altering graded work after it has been returned, then submitting the work for reevaluation and re-grading; tampering with the academic work of other students. Plagiarism: Presenting the work of another as one’s own (i.e., without proper acknowledgement of the source or sources) or submitting a piece of work which in part or in whole is not entirely the student’s own work without attributing the unoriginal portions to their correct sources. The sole exception to the requirement of acknowledging sources occurs when ideas or information are common knowledge. Falsification and Fabrication: Altering, counterfeiting, or inventing information or material presented in an academic evaluation activity; presenting data in a piece of work that were not gathered in accordance with guidelines defining appropriate methods for collecting or generating data or including a substantially inaccurate account of the method by which the data were gathered or collected. Abuse of Academic Materials: Destroying, stealing, altering, or making inaccessible 31 | P a g e

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library, laboratory or other academic resource materials, including computer data, or attempting to do so; stealing examinations or other course materials or attempting to do so. Complicity in Academic Dishonesty: Helping, or attempting to help, another to commit an act of academic dishonesty, especially providing material or information to another person with knowledge that the material or information will be used deceitfully in an academic evaluation activity; permitting one’s own work to be submitted by another person as if it were that person’s original work. Falsification of Records and Official Documents: Altering documents affecting academic records; forging signature of authorization or falsifying information on any official academic document, including a permission form, a petition or any other document designed to meet or exempt a student from an established academic regulation; failing to report previous academic records. Personal Misrepresentation and Proxy: Participating in an academic evaluation activity in the place of another person either before or after enrollment; assisting in any arrangement whereby any work, placement or proficiency tests, classroom performance, examination or other academic evaluation activity is submitted or performed by a 32 | P a g e

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person other than the student in whose name the work is submitted or performed; having another person participate in an academic evaluation activity or evaluation in place of oneself. Bribes, Favors, Threats: Bribing or attempting to bribe, promising favors to, or making threats against any person, with the intention of affecting a record of a grade or evaluation of academic performance; conspiring with another person who then performs one of these acts in one’s behalf.

Other examples of academic misconduct include: 1. Submitting another individual’s work as your own with minor alterations. 2. Submitting another individual’s work without appropriate use of quotations, footnotes or references. 3. Submitting the same work for credit for more than one course without written permission from all instructors involved. 4. Submitting or presenting falsified research. 5. Copying from another individual during any type of examination. 6. Receiving an answer to an exam from another student during an examination or communication of answers to an exam with other students; this includes allowing other students to copy off one's exam during a test. 7. Tampering with an examination after it has been corrected. 33 | P a g e

8. Using any material not permitted by the instructor an examination. 9. Requesting, acquiring, possessing or providing another person with an examination or portion of an examination without consent of the instructor. 10. Changing, attempting to change or falsifying academic records, including attendance records or sign-in sheets. 11. Disruption or obstruction of classroom and/or College activities. 12. Aiding another student in the performance of any of the above acts. Faculty members have the authority to decide if students have committed academic misconduct. If a faculty member suspects academic misconduct, the faculty member will proceed with the following steps: Phase 1: The instructor who has witnessed academic dishonesty or who has other evidence that academic dishonesty has occurred will meet with the student to present the allegation. Following this conference, depending on the gravity of the incident and the evidence available, the instructor will determine whether to handle the matter within the classroom or to proceed to Phase 2. In all cases in which the instructor determines academic dishonesty has occurred s/he will complete an Academic Misconduct Incident Report form and forward it within ten (10) instructional days to the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services for documentation and record keeping. Whether the student admits or denies academic dishonesty, the instructor may give the student a failing grade on the 34 | P a g e

assignment and/or a reduced or failing grade in the course, and the student will not be allowed to withdraw from the course. If the instructor has determined that a case of academic dishonesty will be handled within the classroom, the Dean of Student Services will receive, review and file the report. In addition, the Dean of Students would refer the matter to the appropriate academic dean and s/he may consult with the instructor before filing. If, upon the deanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s receipt of the Incident Report, it is found that a student has repeated offenses, the Dean of Student Services, the academic dean, and the instructors who have filed reports will meet to determine if the accumulation of incidents require Phase 2 action. Phase 2: If the instructor has determined that the incident is of sufficient gravity to be addressed beyond the classroom, the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services will review the Academic Misconduct Incident Report and at her or his option have a consultation with the instructor and/or the student. At this point, the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services will make a determination whether or not to proceed to Phase 3. Phase 3: Should the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services determine that subsequent steps are justified, the Vice President will forward the incident report within ten (10) instructional days to the chairperson of the Student and Academic Affairs Committee who will appoint a 35 | P a g e

subcommittee of the Student and Academic Affairs Committee composed of two students, two faculty members, and one administrator. If the two student members of the committee cannot serve, other students may be appointed. The administrator will chair the subcommittee. The name and student identification number will be removed from the incident report before it is forwarded to the chairperson of the Student and Academic Affairs Committee. The student will be notified by the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services that s/he has the opportunity to respond in writing or appear before the subcommittee concerning the allegation. The identity of the student will be revealed to the subcommittee only if the student chooses to appear at the meeting of the subcommittee and present an oral response. The subcommittee will review the incident report, provide the instructor the opportunity to explain the allegation and the student to respond, and recommend to the President of the college within fifteen (15) instructional days one or more of the following actions based on the gravity of the incident: A. No additional punishment is warranted. B. Participation in college-sponsored student activities should be suspended for a specific period of time. C. College-sponsored grants and/or scholarships should be revoked. D. Suspension from the college should be imposed for a specified period of time. E. Expulsion from the college should be imposed.

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Phase 4: The President of the college will review the report and recommendation(s) of the subcommittee and send a written decision to the student within fifteen (15) instructional days. If the student is not satisfied with the decision of the President of the college and the student’s dissatisfaction does not relate to the grade received in the course but to other penalties included in the decision, s/he may request that a grievance be submitted to the Board of Trustees by forwarding a written notice to the President of the college within ten (10) instructional days after receiving notice of the President’s disposition. •

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B. Nonacademic Misconduct Nonacademic Misconduct includes, but is by no means limited to: 1. Behavioral Offenses: • Physical assault and/or battery and/or psychological abuse or threat of such abuse of any person on College premises, at College activities or college sponsored events. • Unauthorized possession of any dangerous chemicals or explosive element or component parts thereof. • Physically detaining or restraining any other persons or removing individuals from any place where they are authorized to remain. • Disruption or obstruction of: (a) teaching, (b) research, (c) administration, (d) disciplinary proceedings, (e) other college activities, including its public-service functions on or off campus, or (f) any authorized non-college activities, when the act of disruption or obstruction occurs on college premises. • Physical abuse, verbal abuse, threats, intimidation, coercion and/or other conduct which threatens or endangers the health or safety of any person. • Hazing or actions taken, and situations created, in connection with the initiation into or affiliation with any organization. Hazing includes any intentional or reckless act on or off the college property by students induced or coerced by others involving any action which is 38 | P a g e

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directed against any other student that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of that student. Failure to comply with directions of college officials or law enforcement officers acting in the performance of their duties and/or failure to identify oneself to these persons when requested to do so. Conduct which is disorderly (disruptive), lewd, or indecent on college premises or at functions sponsored by the College. Sending threatening or offensive e-mails to faculty, staff, or students. Criminal sexual behavior including, but not limited to, the implied use or threatened use of force to engage in any sexual activity against a person’s will and/or engaging in such behavior with a person who is unconscious, substantially mentally impaired (including intoxication); intentionally touching another person’s genitals, buttocks, or breasts without the person’s consent; indecent exposure; voyeurism. Harassment: Any act of harassment by an individual or group against a student, college employee, campus group, visitor, or guest. Harassment shall include, but is not limited to, insults, heckling, verbal abuse, threats of physical abuse, unwanted suggestions of a sexual nature, repeated teasing or annoyance of another, or other actions intended to disturb others. Knowingly furnishing false information to college personnel. 39 | P a g e

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2. Bias Related Offenses: • Any offense that is motivated by bias may result in stronger penalties. An offense motivated by bias is any offense wherein the accused intentionally selects the alleged victim because of the alleged victim’s race, creed, disability, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, public assistance status or inclusion in any group/class protected by state or federal law. 3. Property Offenses: • Any act of misuse, vandalism, malicious or unwarranted damage or destruction, defacing, disfiguring, or unauthorized use of property belonging to the College including but not limited to: fire alarms, fire equipment, elevators, telephones, college keys, library materials, and or safety devices; and any such act against a member of the college community or a guest of the College. • Seizing, holding, stealing, commandeering, damaging any property or facility of the College or a threat to do so, and any act of misuse, act of theft or unauthorized possession or sale of college property, or any such act against a member of the college community or a guest of the College. • Refusing to depart from any property or facilities of the College upon direction by College officials or other authorized persons. 41 | P a g e

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College Policy Offenses: • Violation of published college policies, rules or regulations. • Violation of federal, state or local law on college-sponsored or supervised activities. • Gambling, holding an unauthorized raffle or lottery on the campus or at any College function. • Unauthorized possession of firearms, or other weapons. Any possession of weapons must be authorized by the College’s president. • Apparent or alleged violation of local ordinances, federal or state laws where said violation poses a substantial threat to the safety and/or welfare of campus community members. • Attempts and complicity: attempts to commit 42 | P a g e

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acts prohibited by this code or encouraging others to commit acts prohibited by this code will be punished to the same extent as if one had committed the prohibited act. Interfering with the judicial procedures or outcomes including, but not limited to, falsification, distortion or misrepresentation of information before an administrator or conduct review panel; knowingly initiating a complaint without cause; or failure to comply with the sanction(s) imposed by either a hearing officer or administration. Failure to comply with the terms of any disciplinary sanction imposed in accordance with the code of student conduct. Violation of the College’s solicitation policy.

5. Alcohol, Tobacco and Drug Related Offenses: • The unlawful possession or use selling, or distributing of any drug or controlled substance, including any stimulant, depressant, narcotic, hallucinogenic drug or substance, marijuana, or sale or distribution of any such drug or controlled substance on college-owned or controlled property or at any college-sponsored activity. • Introduction or having possession on any campus or while involved in a College activity, service project, program or workstation, of any alcoholic beverage as defined in Illinois state statute . The College will work with local and state law enforcement agencies to enforce underage drinking laws. 43 | P a g e

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6. Technology Related Offenses: • Access abuses including but not limited to unauthorized use of a student, staff or faculty passwords, accessing restricted databases, files and Web sites, tampering with computer equipment, manipulation of the College's Web site, sending threatening or offensive e-mails to students, staff or faculty. • Sending threatening or offensive e-mails or emails using College-owned computers and/or the College’s network. • Use of a College computer for business purposes. • Use of a College computer to access or distribute pornographic Web sites. • Disrupting classroom activities with electronic devices. 44 | P a g e

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Copyright Infringement and File Sharing Under copyright law, it is illegal to download or share copyrighted materials such as music or movies without the permission of the copyright owner. Downloading or sharing files are traceable and could result in a significant financial penalty. Spoon River College will treat illegal downloads or the illegal sharing of copyrighted materials with College computers as a violation of the College’s student code of conduct. Spoon River College will cooperate with the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). RIAA is now sending colleges letters pointing to specific alleged instances of illegal file sharing and requesting the college to forward the letter to the person the college identifies as being associated with the activity. The letter, called a "PreSettlement Letter" notifies the student that he or she has a specified number of days to settle with the RIAA by going to a designated website, entering identifying information, and paying a set amount, usually between $3,000 and $5,000, but sometimes considerably more. The letter states that, if the recipient chooses not to settle, the RIAA will file a lawsuit and the offer to settle for the amount stipulated may no longer be an option. Summary of Civil and Criminal Penalties for Violation of Federal Copyright Laws Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without 45 | P a g e

permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code). These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without authority constitutes an infringement. Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or "statutory" damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For "willful" infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys' fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505. Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense. For more information, please see the Web site of the U.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov, especially their FAQ's at www.copyright.gov/help/faq. A growing number of secure, RIAA-approved options are available for downloading music files. A few of the services that have emerged include: amazonmp3 - http://www.amazon.com/mp3 Apple iTunes - http://www.itunes.com/ Napster - http://www.napster.com/ 46 | P a g e

Rhapsody - http://www.listen.com/ Y! Music - http://new.music.yahoo.com/ Zune - http://www.zune.net/ A more comprehensive list of legal downloading sites can be found at http://www.educause.edu/legalcontent 7. Off-Campus Offenses: Spoon River College may hold students accountable for a violation of the behavioral conduct offenses contained in the Student Code of Conduct committed off campus when: • Hazing is involved; or • The violation is committed while participating in a college sanctioned or sponsored activity; or • The victim of the violation is a member of the college community; or • The violation constitutes a felony under state or federal law; or • The violation adversely affects the educational, research, or service functions of the College. 8. Sanctions for Misconduct Sanctions for academic and nonacademic misconduct include but are not limited to the following: a.

Summary Suspension: A suspension imposed without a formal hearing to ensure the safety and well being of members of the College, which shall include an oral or written statement from the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services that the student has been 47 | P a g e

accused of violating College policy and may be subject to more severe sanctions. Students who are summarily suspension are still responsible for paying balances owed for tuition, fees, and books. Suspensions are noted on the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic transcript. Exclusion from participation in College extracurricular activities for a period of time not to exceed one academic year, including, but not limited to holding any student office. Restitution: Required reimbursement for damage to or misappropriation of property, restitution may take the form of appropriate services or other compensation. Denial of Related Privileges: Example: denial of the use of the College computers if the violation is related to the use of computer technology. Warning: Issuance of a written warning, admonition, or reprimand. This may include a referral for counseling. Suspension: Denial of enrollment for a specified period of time after which the student is eligible to return. During this time the student cannot qualify for graduation, register for or attend classes or other College functions. Suspended students are still responsible for payment balances owed for tuition, fees, and books. Suspensions are noted in the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic transcript. Expulsion: Permanent denial of enrollment at the College. Expelled students are still responsible for paying balances owed for 48 | P a g e

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tuition, fees, and books. Expulsions are noted on the student’s academic transcript. Probation: A written reprimand in response to misconduct, probation is a designated period of time where the student is expected not to repeat the act of misconduct or engage in other misconduct. Further sanctions may be imposed if the student repeats the behavior that resulted in the probation or engages in further misconduct while on probation. Administrative and legal sanctions up to and including expulsion and referral for prosecution will be imposed on students who violate the College’s drug and alcohol policy. A disciplinary sanction may include the completion of an appropriate rehabilitation program. Community service: A work assignment at a public agency (Library, College, School, County agency, etc.). In cases of hazing, disciplinary action may be taken against both individuals and organizations or groups. Grade Adjustment: Lowering of a test, assignment or course grade. Course Failure: Failure of a student from a course where misconduct occurred. Discretionary Sanctions: Additional academic assignments determined by the student’s instructor(s). Alcohol and Drug Violations: Students who have violated the College’s student conduct policy concerning alcohol and drugs will be 49 | P a g e

subject to the following progressive discipline schedule. Depending upon the nature and the severity of the violation more serious sanctions may be imposed with a first offense than are outlined below. 1) First Offense: • Warning will be issued • Student-athletes would be subject to a one-game suspension and students in clubs and organizations would be prohibited from participating in the next scheduled activity. • Completion of Alcohol 101 web-based instructional module. 2) Second Offense: • Probation status for the remaining time of enrollment. • Student-athletes would be subject to a two game suspension and students in clubs and organizations would be prohibited from participating in the next two scheduled activities. • Advising appointment and the completion of an alcohol/drug abuse screening inventory. • Community service. 3) Third Offense: • Suspension from the College not to exceed ten (10) days. • Student-athletes and student that are members of a club or organization would be permanently 50 | P a g e

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p. The College reserves the right to impose other sanctions that are not listed in this section of the policy. Students have the right to a formal review and appeal prior to the imposition of any sanction involving suspension or expulsion. 9.

Procedures for filing a misconduct complaint 1) A notice of complaint or an alleged violation must be submitted along with an explanation of evidence supporting your complaint to the Dean of Student Services. Any member of the college community may file a written complaint alleging that a student or organization has violated student conduct policy. 2) The Dean of Student Services may refer the matter to an academic dean for review and investigation if the accusation involves academic misconduct. 3) A formal review may be conducted as a first step in cases which acts of violence, discrimination or harassment are alleged. Alleged acts of this nature will be reported to the Office of Human Resources.

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1. If the complaint is unsupported by the investigation, it will be dismissed. 2. If there is sufficient evidence to support the allegation, the Dean of Student Services or Academic Dean shall offer the accused student an opportunity to resolve the violation at an informal meeting. Prior to this meeting, the student shall be given oral or written notice of the specific charges against him/her and the evidence collected to support the complaint. The notice of charges will be delivered to the student five (5) business days prior to the meeting with the Dean of Student Services or Academic Dean. During the meeting, the Dean of Student Services or Academic Dean shall review the complaint and documentation with the student and allow the student to present an explanation. Within ten (10) business days of the meeting, the Dean of Student Services or Academic Dean shall inform the accused student in writing of the decision concerning a code violation and sanctions. A student who is subject to a sanction may request in writing a formal hearing prior to implementation of the sanction. B. Formal Review In the event of an alleged conduct violation that could lead to suspension or expulsion, or a request by a student accused of misconduct, the Dean of Student Services or Academic Dean will convene a formal review within ten (10) business days of receipt of a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s written request or formal complaint. The formal review panel will consist of an academic dean, faculty member not serving as faculty to the accused, an advisor and the Student Government 52 | P a g e

president. The panel is chaired and presided over by the Dean of Student Services or Academic Dean, or designee of either office. Students requesting a formal review shall be notified in writing of the time, place and date of the review within five business days of its receipt. The student must also be informed in writing of: â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘ â&#x20AC;˘

The specific conduct provisions the student is accused of violating, The evidence to be presented against him/her, and A list of witnesses and nature of their testimony

A student's failure to appear at the hearing shall not prevent the hearing from proceeding as scheduled. The student shall be given the opportunity to speak in his/her own defense, present witnesses, question any witnesses and may have an advisor or advocate present. The advisor may provide advice to the student but may not participate in the hearing. The decision of the review panel will be determined by majority vote after review of the investigative report, other evidence and meeting with the accused and other witnesses. The decision of the formal review panel will be delivered to the student in writing within five (5) business days of the meeting and shall include information about any sanctions. 10. Appeals Following the outcome of an informal or formal review decision, a student may request an appeal review before the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services. The request for an appeal must be submitted, in writing to the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services within ten (10) business days of the date of notification of the 53 | P a g e

decision. Failure to file an appeal or request an extension in a timely manner constitutes a waiver of the right to an appeal. The basis for an appeal will be limited to the following grounds: a. The sanction is excessively severe. b. New or newly discovered evidence of a nature that may substantially affect the outcome of the hearing exists. c. There was a procedural error that substantially affects the outcome of the hearing. The Vice President of Instruction and Student Services will review the appeal letter and will determine if one or more of the grounds for appeal has merit. The Vice President of Instruction and Student Services will schedule a meeting between the accused student and Vice President. A studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s advisor or advocate may attend this meeting but may not participate except to advise the student. In the event that new evidence is presented that may affect the outcome of the decision, the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services has the discretion to request a rehearing by the formal review panel. The Vice President of Instruction and Student Services will render a decision to the student in writing within ten (10) business days of the appeal hearing. Unresolved appeals that have followed this process will be referred to the college presidentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s office for final review. The president shall issue a decision in writing to the student within ten (10) days of the appeal.

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11. Other Policy Provisions a. Summary Suspensions In certain circumstances, the Dean of Student Services or Academic Dean may impose a summary suspension prior to the informal or formal proceedings described above. A summary suspension may be imposed only when, in the judgment of the Dean of Student Services or Academic Dean, the accused student’s presence on the College campus constitutes a threat to the safety and well being of members of the college community or College property. Notice of the summary suspension shall be provided in writing to the student and shall include the duration of the suspension. After the student has been summarily suspended, the student shall be provided an opportunity for a formal hearing within the shortest reasonable time period, not to exceed ten business days. During the summary suspension period, the student may not enter the campus without prior permission from the Dean of Student Services or Academic Dean. Suspensions are noted on the student’s academic transcript. b. Suspensions Suspensions lasting for more than 10 days or expulsion from the College will be listed on the student’s official academic transcript. After a period of three years, the student may make a request in writing to the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services to remove the notations of disciplinary action from his/her transcript. The Vice President of Instruction and Student Services 55 | P a g e

decision to remove the transcript notation will be made based on the circumstances surrounding the request and the original offense. Student Information and Disclosure Reports Students can request detailed reports on the following subjects by contacting the Dean of Student Services at (309) 649-6305 or by mail at 23235 North County Road 22, Canton, IL 61520. • Athletic Participation and Financial Support • Campus Crime Report and Crime Logs • Credit Transfer and Articulation Agreements • Drug and Alcohol Prevention Programs • Drug-Free College and Substance Abuse Policy. STUDENT PETITIONS Students may petition the college if they are seeking exceptions to college policy or procedure in the following areas: • Course drops after the deadline • Full or partial tuition refunds • Tuition refunds after the deadline • Course withdrawals after the deadline • Fee waivers • Other exceptions to college policy and procedures.

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Petitions for Final Grade Appeals Final grade appeals may also be pursued through the petition process. Faculty members have the authority to establish course requirements and standards for expectations and the evaluation of student performance. Grades submitted by faculty are presumed to be accurate. Students may appeal a grade only after they have met with the instructor about the grade and when they can document that one or a combination of the following has occurred: • •

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If students believe that a grade received is based upon discrimination, or sexual harassment, as defined in the student handbook/college policy, they should follow the procedures for harassment and contact the college’s Human Resources Office immediately.

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Petition Process Step One - A student seeking an exception to college policy and procedure should complete a petition form and submit it to the Director of Enrollment Services. The petition form can be found on the college web site at www.src.edu or it is available in any student service area of the college. The petition will be reviewed by a Petition Committee, whose members include the Director of Enrollment Services, Director of Business Services, Dean of Student Services, Financial Aid Director, and an Academic Dean. The student will receive written notice of the decision of the committee within ten (10) business days of the receipt of the petition. Please note that a student who has questions about a grade received in a course should first seek to resolve the issue by first consulting with the instructor prior to pursuing a petition. Step Two - Following the decision on step one, a student may request an appeal with the Vice President of Instruction and Student Services and the Vice President of Administrative Services. The request for an appeal must be submitted in writing to the vice presidents within ten (10) business days of the date of notification of the decision in step one. Failure to file an appeal in a timely manner constitutes a waiver of the right to an appeal. The vice presidents will review the request for appeal and will determine if the request has merit. In addition, the vice presidents may schedule a meeting with the student. An advocate may attend this meeting but may not participate except to advise the student. In the event that new information is presented that may affect the outcome of the 58 | P a g e

original petition decision in step one, the vice presidents have the discretion to request a meeting with the Petition Committee and the student appealing the decision. The vice presidents will render a decision on the appeal in writing to the student within ten (10) business days of receipt of the appeal letter or the appeal meeting. Step Three - Following the appeal decision, a student may request a second appeal with the president of the college. The request for an appeal with the president must be submitted in writing within ten (10) business days of the date of the appeal decision completed in step two. Failure to file an appeal in a timely manner constitutes a waiver of the right to an appeal. The president will review the appeal document(s) and will determine if the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s case for appeal has merit. The president may schedule a meeting with the student. A student advocate may attend this meeting but may not participate except to advise the student. In the event that new information is presented that may affect the outcome of the original petition decision or the original appeal, the president has the discretion to request a meeting of the Petition Committee, the Dean of Student Services and the student. The president will render an appeal decision in writing within ten (10) business days. The decision of president is final and binding. PARKING & PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION Adequate, free parking is provided adjacent to the buildings on all campuses. Students attending the Macomb Campus may take advantage of the Go West bus system provided by 59 | P a g e

WIU. Go to http://www.student.services.wiu.edu/gowest/ for community routes. VOTER REGISTRATION Access to online voter registration is available online with the Illinois Board of Elections at www.elections.il.gov. Information about the services is accessible through the college’s website at www.src.edu. SRC sponsors a series of activities encouraging students to register to vote. ACADEMIC POLICIES AND PROGRAMS ACADEMIC HONORS • President’s Honor Roll: Recognition of academic achievement of those students who have achieved 12 credit hours or more of college level classes during the semester and earned a grade point average of 3.6 or better has this honor. • Dean’s Honor Roll: Recognition of academic achievement of those students who have achieved 12 credit hours or more of college-level classes during the semester and earn a grade point average of 3.0 - 3.5. • Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society: Students who receive a 3.25 or better grade point average with at least 12 transfer credits are eligible to petition for membership in Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society. A 3.25 GPA must be maintained after the student has become a member of the honor society. A part-time student with a cumulative GPA of 3.25 following the completion of 12 hours of transfer credit is also eligible for membership. 60 | P a g e

ACADEMIC PROGRAMS Transfer Programs Associate of Arts and Science Degrees Agriculture Art Biological Science Chemistry Communications Criminal Justice Drama Education English General Science Geographic Information Systems Health Science History Liberal Arts Mathematics Physical Education 61 | P a g e

Physical Science Physics Political Science Pre-Engineering Pre-Exercise Science Pre-Law Psychology Social Science Sociology Associate in Arts Teaching Early Childhood Education Secondary Math Secondary Science Special Education Associate in General Studies General Studies

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Career and Technical Education Associate in Applied Science Degrees Agricultural Business Management Diesel Tractor Technology Electronic Design Gerontology Health Information Management Natural Resources and Conservation Small Business Management Associate Degree in Nursing Nursing Certificates Administrative Office Technology Advanced Welding Child Care Computer Assisted Design Commercial Driver Training Customer Service Desktop Publishing 63 | P a g e

Entrepreneurship Gerontology Graphic Design Machine Tool Operations Medical Assistant Medical Coding Medical Insurance/Billing Medical Records Medical Transcription Natural Resources and Conservation Nursing Assistant Practical Nursing Preventive Maintenance Retail Sales Small Office Accounting Supervision Web Design Welding Operator

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ATTENDANCE Regular and prompt attendance in all classes is expected. It is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor and make arrangements to complete any missed work. All instructors are free to establish attendance policies for their classes. Excused college absences include: games or activities verified by the college coach or activity sponsor, military obligations, and court appearances. The student may be required to provide evidence to support the excused absence to the instructor or Dean of Student Services. COOPERATIVE PROGRAM AGREEMENTS Advanced Radiologic Technology Certificates Spoon River College and ten other community colleges have entered into an agreement for an Advanced Radiologic Technology Certificate to be offered at Carl Sandburg College. Certificates to be offered are: • • • •

Computed Tomography Program Sonography Program Magnetic Resonance Imaging Nuclear Medicine

The additional community colleges in this agreement are Black Hawk College, Carl Sandburg College, Heartland Community College, Illinois Central College, John Wood Community College, Lincoln Land Community College, Parkland College, Richland Community College, and Scott Community College and Southeastern Community College in Iowa.

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Carl Sandburg College Agreement Residents that reside in the districts of Carl Sandburg College or Spoon River College can seek approval to attend either college at the in-district tuition rate. Students must seek approval by completing the Cooperative Agreement form from the “home” college. Forms are available in the Office of Vice President of Instruction and Student Services. Comprehensive Expansion of Education (C.A.R.E.E.R.) In keeping with the college’s mission, SRC and 22 other community colleges in Central Illinois have agreed to waive out-of-district fees for students who enroll in specified programs. The purpose of the cooperative education agreement is to enhance the curricular offerings of these districts. The additional community colleges in the agreement include residents of Black Hawk College, Carl Sandburg College, Danville Community College, Heartland Community College, Highland Community College, Illinois Central College, Illinois Valley Community College, John Wood Community College, Joliet Junior College, Kankakee Community College, Kishwaukee Community College, Lincoln Land Community College, McHenry County College, Moraine Valley Community College, Morton College, Prairie State College, Richland Community College, Rock Valley College, Sauk Valley Community College, South Suburban College, and Waubonsee Community College districts are eligible to attend Spoon River College as in-district students in select programs.

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Graham Hospital School of Nursing In cooperation with Graham Hospital School of Nursing, Spoon River College offers courses and instruction to nursing students which may be applied toward a baccalaureate degree and a registered nurse diploma. The Graham Hospital School of Nursing is approved by the Illinois Department of Registration and Education and accredited by the National League for Nursing. Students interested in the R.N. program must first be accepted by Graham Hospital School of Nursing and then by Spoon River College. For information regarding admission procedures, course transferability, etc., please contact the Director of Admissions, Graham Hospital School of Nursing, 210 West Walnut, Canton, Illinois 61520. Illinois Central College Illinois Central College, East Peoria, Illinois, will reserve one place in its Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapy Assistant, and Medical Laboratory Technician programs for qualified SRC students. Students who are accepted for admission to these programs will be charged tuition and fees at the ICC district rate. The reserved places must be filled by July 1. Admission criteria may be obtained from SRC advisors or advisors from Illinois Central College, One College Drive, East Peoria, Illinois 61635, (309) 694-5011. Southern Illinois University Southern Illinois University Department of Nursing offers a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Students interested in the RN to BSN Program need to contact SIU.

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Lincoln Land Community College SRC and LLCC have agreed to waive out-of-district tuition for students who are residents of each college district who are attending classes with SRC in Rushville and LLCC in Beardstown. The out-of-district tuition waiver does not apply to other SRC and LLCC locations and does not apply to online classes. Methodist College of Nursing In cooperation with Methodist College of Nursing in Peoria, and SRC Department of Nursing has agreed to offer three degree programs in Nursing. Interested students may contact their advisor for more information. • • •

General Education courses that lead to BSN AS Degree to BSN Completion RN to BSN Completion

Robert Morris University Illinois SRC and Robert Morris University Illinois have agreed to offer transfer programs for AAS Computer Information Systems to Bachelor Applied Science in Computer Studies and the AAS Electronic Design to Bachelor of Applied Science in Graphic Design at the Peoria location. For more information, call (309) 636-8600.

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Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing Students interested in attending Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing, an upper division baccalaureate nursing program, may take the required pre-nursing curriculum of 62 semester hours at Spoon River College. Registered nurses have the opportunity for advanced placement through Credit by Examination in the nursing major. Specific course requirements may be obtained from the College of Nursing, 511 NE Greenleaf Street, Peoria, IL 61603, (309) 655-2001. Saint John’s College, Department of Nursing St. John’s College, Department of Nursing, offers a baccalaureate degree in nursing. Interested students may take the required pre-nursing curriculum of 56 semester hours at SRC. Specific course requirements may be obtained from St. John’s College, Department of Nursing, 729 East Carpenter Street, Springfield, Illinois 62702-5321, (217) 525-5628. DEGREE COMPLETION PARTNERSHIPS The Spoon River College Degree Completion Program offers graduates of SRC the opportunity to complete a bachelor’s degree at one of nine universities. Courses are delivered online, on the SRC campus, or at partnering colleges and universities. Benedictine University (Courses at Springfield College in Springfield, Illinois) • •

Bachelor of Arts in Business and Economics Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Emphasis in Criminal Justice 69 | P a g e

Eastern Illinois University (Online) •

Bachelor of Arts in General Studies

Franklin University (Online) •

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Bachelor of Science in Business: o Accounting o Business Administration o Business Forensics o Forensic Accounting Bachelor of Science in Technology: o Computer Science o Digital Communication o Information Technology Bachelor of Science in Management: o Applied Management o Financial Management o Health Care Management o Human Resource Management o Management o Management Information Sciences o Marketing o Public Safety Management

Methodist College of Nursing (Courses at Methodist College of Nursing in Peoria, Illinois) • •

AS to BSN Program RN to BSN Program

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Midstate College (Courses at Midstate College in Peoria, Illinois) • •

Bachelor of Business Administration (also available online) Bachelor of Science in Accounting

Robert Morris University Illinois (Courses at Peoria Location in Peoria, Illinois) • •

Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Applied Science in Graphic Design

SIU Edwardsville-School of Nursing (Online – no more than three trips to SIUE per semester) •

RN to BSN Program

University of Illinois-Springfield (Online) • • • • • • • • •

Bachelor of Business Administration Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Bachelor of Arts in Economics Bachelor of Arts in English Bachelor of Arts in History Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies Bachelor of Arts in Mathematics Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy Teacher Certification in Secondary Mathematics

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Western Illinois University (Independent Study, Online, or On-Campus)) â&#x20AC;˘

Board of Trustees Bachelor of Arts (BOT/BA)

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GRADING Spoon River College uses the following schedule of letter grades, definitions, and grade-point equivalents as its official marking system. Studentsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; grades are available on the web at My SRC after the completion of the semester. Letter Grade

Definition

Honor Point per Credit Hour

Superior

4.00

Above Average

3.00

Average

2.00

Passing

1.00

Failure

0.00

Official Withdrawal

Incomplete

AUDIT

No Credit

Courses utilizing the pass-fail grading system will be designated as follows: S

Satisfactory Completion (Pass)

Unsatisfactory Completion (Fail)

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HONORS PROGRAM The Honors Program is for academically-talented students. Honors courses provide students with enriched learning and leadership experiences. Honors courses are identified on student transcripts. Advantages to the Honors Program: • • • •

Small classes with a high degree of interactive involvement. Special recognition at graduation and on the final transcript if the student has completed a minimum of 9 semester hours of Honors Courses. Honors Program orientation and social activities. Expanded learning via special opportunities.

There are two ways to qualify for admission to the Honors Program. Persons seeking to be admitted and/or retained in the SRC Honors program must meet the requirements listed below and exhibit leadership and citizenship capacity. 1. Traditional Students entering Spoon River College within two years of graduating from high school must submit a completed application with a high school counselor recommendation and meet two of the following three criteria: ACT composite of 24 or above 3.25 GPA (4.0 scale) Top 20% of graduating class

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2. Current Spoon River College Students seeking admission into the program must have completed or currently be enrolled in 12 credit hours with a projected GPA of 3.25 or above to apply for admission to the program. A completed application with recommendation letters from two SRC faculty is required. Completion of the Program: Students accepted in the Honors Program must complete a minimum of nine semester hours of Honors courses within six semesters of admission to the program. The Honors Option also allows students to substitute three of the nine semester hour requirements by using any class in the college curriculum with faculty approval. Retention in the Program: Honors Program students must maintain a 3.25 cumulative GPA and a 3.0 GPA in the Honors Program courses. Students whose cumulative GPA or Honors Program GPA falls below Honors Program standards will have a one semester probationary period. If the GPA is not raised to Honors Program standards, the student will be excused from the program. These GPA standards must be met upon graduation in order to be recognized as completing the Honors Program. Other Options: Students can take up to two honors courses if they meet the admission requirements of the program. Students may apply for admission to the program later in order to be eligible for the full benefits of the program. For more information on the Spoon River Honors Program and to secure an application, go to www.src.edu/honorsprogram. 75 | P a g e

ONLINE COURSES An online course is a course in which the students do not attend a face-to-face classroom. Go to http://srconline.src.edu/default.asp/ for frequently asked questions regarding online courses. For a listing of online courses, take a look at the Printable Online schedule available on MySRC. Students in online classes and some on-campus classes use ANGEL, a Learning Management System (LMS) that will allow you to access your courses on SRC Online. An LMS is software that allows instructors to post course information online. You can access a course site in SRC Online from any computer with Internet access. Even if you are not taking an online class, many instructors will post lecture notes, assignments, grades, and class announcements on SRC Online. To login into Angel, go to http://www.src.edu/src-online/ . SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS Spoon River College requires students to make timely progress towards achieving a certificate, diploma, or degree in their chosen program of study. In addition, students are expected to perform at a satisfactory level to maintain their enrollment and continue to receive financial aid. Spoon River College measures satisfactory academic progress by the criteria explained below. Federal law and state financial aid rules and regulations require that Spoon River College establish satisfactory progress standards for federal and state financial aid applicants. These laws, United States Department of 76 | P a g e

Education regulations (Public Law 99-498), and Federal Regulations 34CFR, Part 668, as well as published rules of the Illinois Student Assistance Commission are to ensure that any student who receives or applies for federal financial aid is making progress toward a degree. In order to maintain eligibility for financial aid, a student must meet the Standards of Academic Progress as published annually by Spoon River College. Failure to meet these requirements will result in the loss of all Title IV and state financial aid (Federal Pell Grant, Federal Direct Loan, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG), Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG), Supplemental Federal Direct PLUS Loan, Federal Work Study Program (FWS), Silas Purnell Illinois Incentive for Access (IIA), Illinois Veterans Grant State, Monetary Award Program (MAP), Illinois National Guard Grant, Montgomery GI Bill, and the MIA/POW Scholarship), until action is taken to regain eligibility. Finally, students that fail to meet the collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic standards will also lose their eligibility for Academic Performing Scholarships, Performing Skills Scholarships, Spoon River College Foundation Scholarships, and Athletic Performing Scholarships. 1.

Qualitative (All students)

Students must maintain a cumulative GPA of 2.00 at the end of each semester.

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Quantitative (Financial Aid Recipients) A. Required Completion Percentage

Students must maintain a cumulative course completion rate of 67% at the end of each semester. This is the minimum cumulative percentage of enrolled credit hours which the student must successfully complete for each term in which s/he is enrolled. Enrolled credit hours represent the number of credit hours in which the student is enrolled at the end of the 100% refund period. B. Maximum Time Frame Students must complete their declared program of study within the maximum allowable credit limit of 150% of the program's prescribed credits. For example, students who pursue 64-credit programs will be allowed to attempt up to 96 credits. However, they must complete the program and graduate by the time they reach the 96 credit hour limit. Students who reach the maximum allowable credit limit will be suspended from financial aid eligibility by the Financial Aid Office. Maximum time frame suspension may be appealed through the Financial Aid Office and must be accompanied by a Degree Audit Form signed by the academic advisor. It is important to note that credit hours transferred to Spoon River College count toward the maximum timeframe. Finally, once a student completes a degree or certificate, s/he has reached the maximum timeframe allowed and must appeal for reinstatement of aid if they wish to take course work in the future.

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3. Evaluation Period Academic progress is assessed at the end of each semester. 4. Failure to Meet Standards A. Maximum Time Frame (Financial Aid Recipients) At the end of each semester the Financial Aid Office evaluates the number of credits students have completed for their program of study in relation to the maximum time frame allowed. Students who exceed the maximum number of credits for their programs will be immediately suspended from financial aid. The Financial Aid Office shall inform students in writing of the results in a change of status from each satisfactory progress review. Maximum time frame suspension may be appealed through the Financial Aid Office and must be accompanied by a Degree Audit Form signed by the academic advisor. B. Qualitative and Quantitative Standards All students must maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.00 and in addition, recipients of financial aid must complete 67% of their cumulative and semester registered credits. Students who do not meet these minimum standards will be placed on probation. Once a student is on probation due to a low GPA, it is his/her responsibility to contact a student services advisor to discuss his/her probationary status, set academic goals, and successfully complete the one-credit College and 79 | P a g e

Career Success (LA 103) course that is mandatory for all full-time students on probation to enroll. NOTE: Students who attempt but do not earn any credits during any semester of attendance will be immediately suspended from financial aid and can contact the Financial Aid Office to explore an appeal. C. Reinstatement of Probationary Students Probationary students will be strongly encouraged to enroll in 12 credits or a minimum full-time enrollment while they are on probation. If a probationary student meets the cumulative 2.0 GPA and/or the 67% course completion rate standard by the end of the probationary semester they will be reinstated to good academic standing and financial aid eligibility. D. Suspension of Probationary Students Probationary students who fail to meet the cumulative 2.00 GPA and /or the 67% course completion rate standards (financial aid recipients only) by the end of a probationary semester will be suspended from coursework and financial aid. E. Continuation of Probationary Students Students on probation who have earned a 2.00 GPA and/or achieve a 67% course completion rate (financial aid recipients only) for the classes in which they were enrolled during the probationary semester, but have not yet achieved

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a cumulative 2.00 GPA or 67% course completion rate will remain on probationary status until: o

The student earns a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or higher and/or achieves a cumulative course completion rate of 67% or higher, at which time the student shall be immediately reinstated to good academic standing and financial aid eligibility, OR The student fails to earn a GPA of 2.00 or higher or who do not achieve a course completion rate of 67% or higher for all classes in which they were enrolled during the probationary semester, at which time the student shall immediately be placed on academic and financial aid suspension.

If the Financial Aid Office determines that it will not be possible for the student to meet the cumulative GPA and cumulative course completion rate standards before they reach the maximum time frame allowed for the program for which they are receiving financial aid the students shall be immediately suspended from financial aid. F. Continuation of Students Who Successfully Appeal Students who have not achieved satisfactory progress and are suspended academically or from financial aid have the right to submit an appeal based on extenuating circumstances. Individual appeals will be reviewed by an Academic Standards Review Committee. The College will communicate results from the review process to students in

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writing, informing them of their appeal status and the duration of the appeal period. At the end of the semester for which the student was granted an appeal, a student who has met the minimum agreed upon academic standards for that semester shall have his/her appeal status extended for an additional semester. A student who fails to meet the minimum agreed upon academic standards during the semester of appeal shall be removed from appeal status and will be suspended academically and his/her financial aid eligibility shall be suspended. 5.

Notification

At the end of each semester, the college will send written notices to inform those students who have been placed on probation or suspension and to explain the appeal process. This notice will include a copy of the Satisfactory Academic Progress policy, as well as the form that student is required to use to file an appeal. 6.

Appeal Process

Students who have not achieved satisfactory progress and are suspended academically and/or for financial aid have the right to submit an appeal based on extenuating circumstances. Extenuating circumstances that could affect a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic progress might include, but are not limited to: the death of a close relative of the student, an injury or illness of the student or close relative of the student, or other circumstances beyond the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s control. 82 | P a g e

A. An appeal must be written on the required form and submitted to the College. Appeal forms are available in the Student Service areas, Financial Aid offices, as well as on the Spoon River College web page. B. The appeal must include an explanation of the circumstances that affected the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic progress. The petition must also include supporting documentation beyond the written explanation, which might include a letter from a counselor, physician, or faculty member. C. Appeals from students with academic suspensions will be reviewed by the Academic Standards Review Committee. This committee consists of: 1) an Instructional Dean, 2) Director of Enrollment Services, 3) Director of Financial Aid and 4) Dean of Student Services (Chair), or their designees. D. Students may request a formal appeal hearing with the full committee if they disagree with the appeal findings. The failure of students to appear at their appeal hearing shall not prevent the process from proceeding as scheduled. E. The Academic Standards Review Committeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s decision on appeals will be communicated to students in writing and the decision will be final. 7.

Reinstatement

Students who have met cumulative qualitative and quantitative requirements will immediately be reinstated to good academic standing and financial aid eligibility.

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Students whose appeals are approved will be reinstated for academic and financial aid eligibility but will be placed on probation. It is possible for students to be reinstated for course registration but not for financial aid eligibility: 1) Students whose appeals are approved by the Academic Standards Review Committee may be reinstated to register for classes but remain suspended regarding financial aid eligibility. Students who disagree with this decision may initiate a formal appeal process with the Academic Standards Review Committee. 2) After not attending the college for the following Fall or Spring semester, students may be reinstated to the College for registration purposes only. Neither paying for their own classes nor sitting out a longer period of time is sufficient in and of itself to re-establish a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial aid eligibility. Students whose financial aid eligibility has been suspended may regain their eligibility only through the institutionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s appeal process or when they again meet the institutionâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s financial aid satisfactory academic progress qualitative and quantitative standards. 8.

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completed for the purposes of calculating the number of credits completed. Grades of I (incomplete), W (withdrawal), F, U (unsatisfactory), are considered as credits attempted but not successfully completed. AU (audit) courses are not counted. Other Course Performance Standards: Repeated courses, course withdrawals, "pass" grade status, awards of "no credit,â&#x20AC;? and credits overridden through the Academic Amnesty Policy will be counted towards the maximum allowable credit limit of 150% of the programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s prescribed credits. Note: credits overridden by the Academic Amnesty Policy are still assessed when determining financial aid eligibility within the guidelines of the College's satisfactory progress policy. Audited Courses: Audited courses do not count as credits attempted or credits earned and are not funded through financial aid. Consortium Credits: Consortium credits (when Spoon River College is the "home" campus) will be evaluated under this policy. A copy of the academic transcript from the "visiting" campus is required upon completing the enrollment period. The transcript will be used to evaluate the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s academic progress by reviewing the grade point average, completion percentage, and maximum time frame. Development Course Credits: Developmental college course coursework (below the 100 coursenumber level) is included in the qualitative and quantitative processes for financial aid eligibility under this policy. Students are allowed up to 30 85 | P a g e

credits. The courses are included for the maximum time frame calculation. F. Repeated Courses: Students are allowed to repeat a course solely for the purpose of achieving satisfactory academic progress. The most recent grade will be used to calculate the grade point average. Repeated courses will count towards the maximum allowable credit limit of 150% of the program of study. Financial aid will not pay for students to repeat courses in which they previously earned a “D” or above or “S.” G. Transfer Credits: Transfer credits accepted by Spoon River College shall be counted as credits attempted for the calculation of the cumulative completion percentage, and the grades associated with these credits shall be used in calculating a cumulative grade point average. Transfer credits accepted by Spoon River College and applied towards a student’s general education, program, and degree requirements shall apply towards the maximum time-frame calculation. H. Withdrawal: Withdrawn credits are considered as "credits attempted" for the purposes of monitoring financial aid satisfactory academic progress. Thus a “W” does not affect grade point average but does negatively impact the cumulative course completion percentage and maximum time frame standards used by the Financial Aid Office.

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SPOON RIVER COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS Official transcripts of the student's permanent record may be sent to other institutions only upon written request by the student and provided that all financial obligations are cleared. Telephone requests will not be honored. Forms for these requests are available in the Admissions and Records Office on the Canton campus, Business Office on the Macomb campus, or the Havana and Rushville center. You may also download the Transcript Request Form (http://www.src.edu/transcripts), complete the form and mail to the appropriate office. Transcripts will be sent within approximately three working days with no fee. There is a $2.00 fee for faxing a transcript and a $4.00 fee for immediate requests (printed while you wait), available in Canton only. Telephone requests will be not be honored. Please mail transcript requests to: Transcript Requests Admissions and Records Spoon River College (SRC) 23235 N. Co. Highway 22 Canton, IL 61520 Note: The transcript request (pdf doc.) will open in a new window, which popup blockers can prevent from working properly. TRANSFER CREDIT EVALUATION Transcripts should be sent to the Records office. Students must be currently enrolled and have filled out the Transfer Credit Evaluation Form (available at the Information Desk 87 | P a g e

outside the Admissions office or in the Registration office, then turned in to Registration). TRANSFER SERVICES u.Select (Formerly Course Applicability System â&#x20AC;&#x201C; CAS) u.Select is a free web service to assist students and academic advisors in planning a course of study and provides detailed information on how courses transfer between institutions and degree programs Illinois institutions offer. u.Select also provides a planning guide, academic programs, and course equivalencies. The site can be found at https://uic.transfer.org. For more information see an advisor. iTransfer.org iTransfer.org is a free website designed to give students information on the transfer process in the State of Illinois. The site provides information regarding the types of transfer, the transfer process, and resources available to students, information regarding Illinois Articulation Initiativeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s (IAI) transfer from one participating Illinois college or university to another. For more information see an advisor or www.iTransfer.org. Illinois Articulation Initiative IAI IAI is a statewide agreement that allows transfer of the completed Illinois General Education Core Curriculum between participating institutions. Completion of the transferable General Education Core Curriculum at any participating college or university in Illinois assures transferring students that lower-division general education 88 | P a g e

requirements for an associate or bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree have been satisfied. This agreement is in effect for students entering an associate or bachelorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s degree-granting institution as a firsttime freshman. Students in AAS and AA&S degree programs must elect general education courses with IAI codes. The following codes identify qualifying general education courses: IAI C (Communication)

IAI F (Fine Arts)

IAI H (Humanities)

IAI L (Life Sciences)

IAI M (Mathematics)

IAI P (Physical Sciences)

IAI S (Social Sciences) REGISTRATION POLICIES ADD/DROP DEADLINE AND SCHEDULE ADJUSTMENTS Students already registered are able to change their schedules without penalty during the first five days of regular semester. They may add/drop their courses online at MYSRC or they can meet with their advisor. Currently enrolled students may add or drop courses to their schedule for the first five days of classes for a class that runs nine to 16 weeks in duration, and for the first three days for classes eight weeks or less in duration. Increased tuition and fees must be paid at time of registration.

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ADDING, DROPPING, WITHDRAWING, AND COMPLETE WITHDRAWALS After the first five days of regular semester, students wishing to withdraw from, drop, or add a course(s) must receive official authorization from Admissions and Records as described in the procedures below. Students are liable for all adjustments of tuition and fee payments. Add - The official authorization to add a class to a student's schedule within the schedule adjustment period. Class Withdrawal - The official authorization to cease participation in a class after the schedule adjustment period. Student is NOT eligible for a refund for class withdrawal. Complete Withdrawal â&#x20AC;&#x201C; The official authorization to withdraw from the college and all courses. Drop - The official authorization to eliminate a class from a student's schedule within the schedule adjustment period. Student is eligible for a refund. Final Date for Withdrawal from Course(s) - The final date that a student may withdraw from a class and receive the grade of "W" as published in the academic calendar or course schedule. Medical Withdrawal â&#x20AC;&#x201C; A complete withdrawal from the college or all courses based upon a medical situation. Documentation from a physician must accompany the request. Medical withdrawal request forms are available from any advisor and must be submitted to the Dean of Student Services. Types of Withdrawals Withdrawals for Non-Attendance: If an instructor determines a student is not making an attempt to finish the course or is not regularly attending or has never attended 90 | P a g e

s/he will be officially withdrawn from the course by the instructor and the withdrawal will be appropriately noted on the academic transcripts by the letter grade of W. It is the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s responsibility to officially withdraw from the class. Complete Withdrawal from College: If a student elects to discontinue all of their studies within an academic term, s/he must officially withdraw from Spoon River College. Complete Withdrawal from College Procedures: Students must initiate and notify an advisor to complete the official withdrawal form. Students may notify their advisor via email, phone or in person. The advisor will ensure that the student is aware of any services available to them. The advisor will notify the Financial Aid Office and applicable instructors. The advisor will forward the withdrawal form to Admissions and Records for processing. The Financial Aid Office will make necessary adjustments. Students who do not officially withdraw from the college may receive grades of "F" in all of their courses. Any student who is totally withdrawing from college may receive a "W" in all courses. The Dean of Student Services or designee may initiate the official complete withdraw administratively with extenuating circumstances or when the situation warrants such action. AUDITING CLASSES Students can enroll in a course as an auditor provided there is space available in the section. Students taking a course for credit will be given priority enrollment over a student enrolling as an auditor. The auditor pays the regular per credit hour tuition rate and is expected to meet course requirements. The auditor receives no grade or credit upon 91 | P a g e

completion of the course. An auditor may not change their status to that of a credit student after the schedule adjustment period. Audit status is not eligible for financial aid. A student may change a credit course to that of an audit by informing Admissions and Records in writing of the change prior to the official withdrawal date. CLASS CANCELLATIONS There is a listing of those classes cancelled by instructors who have notified the appropriate campus/center staff. This listing can be found on the Spoon River College website (www.src.edu). Some instructors may choose to notify their students of class cancellations by using either e-mail or the announcement tools on Angel. Please be sure to check your Spoon River College student e-mail and/or Angel account for any messages from your instructor(s). COURSE REGISTRATION LIMITS Spoon River College has a semester course enrollment maximum of 18 credits in the Fall and Spring semesters and (22 credits if the enrollment includes an interim session) and 9 credits in the summer session. If a student wishes to register for more credits than the maximums set for each enrollment period, they must secure approval from an instructional dean.

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FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS Students with questions on the procedures for foreign transcripts should be referred to International Student Affairs, (309) 833-6022 HIGH SCHOOL TRANSCRIPTS High School and other college or university transcripts and official GED test scores can be mailed to: Spoon River College Admissions and Records 23235 N. County Highway 22 Canton, IL 61520 Official transcripts must come directly from the high school or institution of higher education. Photocopies will not be accepted. GED Test Scores must come from the Regional Office of Education or appropriate administering agency. Students applying for admission to Spoon River College degree and certificate programs, applying for financial aid assistance, or receiving a college scholarship are required to have an official high school transcript, GED certificate and all official transcripts of additional college work on file in Admissions and Records upon registration and prior to the completion of the twelfth (12th) credit hour. Failure to receive the official transcripts in the designated period can delay funds and/or the award of financial assistance.

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PLACEMENT TESTING/OTHER TESTING (309) 649-6400 Canton (309) 833-6016 Macomb (309) 543-4413 Havana (217) 322-6060 Rushville Placement testing criteria measures reading level, math proficiency, and writing skills. All students must take either the COMPASS test or provide evidence of official ACT scores that meet standards. Transfer students who have successfully completed courses in the given areas of testing are exempt upon transcript verification. COMPASS testing takes place on all SRC sites. Call the campus for specific times and schedules. Other testing at SRC includes: TEAS Nursing Entrance test, which is required prior to being considered for the Nursing program; NLN-ACE Mobility test, which is given prior to admission to the Associates Degree of Nursing program in the second year; ACT and Career Planning. Contact the Canton campus for scheduled dates and times these tests are administered. RECORDS (309) 649-6600 Canton, Mon. thru Fri. 8:00 a.m. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 4:30 p.m. The Records department conducts an official evaluation of transcripts from previous college experience, AP and CLEP credit. Students must request this evaluation by filling out the Transfer Credit Evaluation Form (available at the Advising office on the Canton Campus or the Business office on the Macomb Campus, and at the Havana and 94 | P a g e

Rushville Centers). The Records department also audits the students who have petitioned for graduation. The department maintains student records for current and graduated students. Transcripts will be sent within three business days free. There is a $2.00 fee for faxing transcripts and $4.00 fee for immediate requests (printed while you wait available in Canton only). Telephone requests will not be honored. REGISTRATION FOR CLASSES Returning students are encouraged to register online at http://www.src.edu or meet with an advisor to set their semester schedule. New students will need to take a COMPASS test or provide ACT scores before registration is permitted. Certain courses are not available for online registration, such as program specific courses not available to the general public, or courses that require confirmation of a prerequisite. Students may also meet with their advisor for assistance. The academic calendar dictates available registration for fall, spring, and summer schedules. Registration can be completed on any campus, in person or online.

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FINANCIAL AID FINANCIAL AID DISBURSEMENT Grant and scholarship aid is usually credited to a studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s account by the fifth week of the semester. Student loan funds are disbursed after the 30th day of the semester. TYPES OF STUDENT FINANCIAL AID Federal Grants and Loans Federal Pell Grant The Federal Pell Grant is the primary federal student aid program. It is awarded to students on the basis of financial need and does not have to be repaid. Funds received from the Federal Pell Grant may be used for all legitimate educational expenses, including tuition, fees, and related living expenses. This grant is renewable, dependent on continued financial need and meeting academic standards of progress. Academic Competitiveness Grant (ACG) This is a federal grant that does not have to be repaid and is awarded to undergraduate students receiving Pell grants who are U.S. citizens enrolled in their first or second academic year of study. Students must have completed a rigorous secondary school program of study. Students must be enrolled at least half time (6 credit hours) and pursuing a degree or in a program of at least one year at a degreegranting institution.

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Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG) The FSEOG is gift-aid for undergraduates with exceptional financial need. Federal Pell Grant recipients with the lowest estimated family contribution (EFC) will be the first to get FSEOGs, which do not have to be paid back. Minimum enrollment of six (6) credit hours is required to maintain eligibility for this program. Federal College Work-Study Program (FWS) A limited number of part-time jobs in various departments throughout the college are available to SRC students. Information from the FAFSA is used to determine eligibility for work through this program. Students are paid the federal minimum wage for up to 20 hours per week of work, depending on their need and the type of work available. Minimum enrollment of six credit hours is required to maintain eligibility for this program. Students must also meet Standards of Academic Progress to maintain eligibility. Applications for this program are available in the Financial Aid Office. Federal Direct Student Loan This is a loan program whereby students may borrow money for educational expenses. A minimum enrollment of six credit hours is required to maintain eligibility for this program. The interest rate is fixed at 4.5% for loans awarded after July 1, 2010, and before June 30, 2011, and repayment begins six months after the student either graduates or ceases to be enrolled at least half-time. Students are required to complete entrance counseling prior to loan funds being disbursed. Freshman students (0-29 credit hours completed) may borrow up to $3,500 for the 2010-11 academic year. Sophomores (30 or more credit 97 | P a g e

hours completed) may borrow up to $4,500 for the 20102011 academic year. There are two types of loans available: •

Subsidized Loans: Based on financial need, the government pays the interest while the student is enrolled in college. Unsubsidized Loans: Not based on financial need, and the student either has to pay the interest or have it capitalized while in college.

Important Information About Loans Students must have completed a FAFSA and completed all forms required for processing prior to loan eligibility being determined. Potential borrowers must meet the loan eligibility requirements. Spoon River College’s Default Reduction Plan adds some additional restrictions to the student loan program. All loans are required to be disbursed in two separate disbursements. Disbursements dates will be displayed on the disclosure statement provided by the lender. Any loan funds remaining after charges on the student account have been covered will be mailed to the student’s college address on file. ALL checks are mailed. Student Loan Repayment Options The Direct Loan Program offers loan repayment plans designed to meet the needs of almost every borrower. Direct Loans are funded by the U.S. Department of Education through Spoon River College and are managed by the Direct Loan Servicing Center, under the supervision of the Department of Education. The Direct Loan Program allows you to choose your repayment plan and to switch your plan if your needs change.

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Standard Repayment - With the standard plan, you'll pay a fixed amount each month until your loans are paid in full. Your monthly payments will be at least $50, and you'll have up to 10 years to repay your loans. Extended Repayment - To be eligible for the extended plan, you must have more than $30,000 in Direct Loan debt and you must not have an outstanding balance on a Direct Loan as of October 7, 1998. Under the extended plan you have 25 years for repayment and two payment options: fixed or graduated. Fixed payments are the same amount each month, as with the standard plan, while graduated payments start low and increase every two years. Graduated Repayment - With this plan your payments start out low and increase every two years. The length of your repayment period will be up to ten years. If you expect your income to increase steadily over time, this plan may be right for you. Your monthly payment will never be less than the amount of interest that accrues between payments. Although your monthly payment will gradually increase, no single payment under this plan will be more than three times greater than any other payment. Income Contingent Repayment - This plan gives you the flexibility to meet your Direct Loan obligations without causing undue financial 99 | P a g e

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hardship. Each year, your monthly payments will be calculated on the basis of your adjusted gross income (AGI, plus your spouse's income if you're married), family size, and the total amount of your Direct Loans. Income-Based Repayment - Under this plan the required monthly payment will be based on your income during any period when you have a partial financial hardship. Your monthly payment may be adjusted annually. The maximum repayment period under this plan may exceed 10 years. If you meet certain requirements over a specified period of time, you may qualify for cancellation of any outstanding balance of your loans.

Sample Repayment Schedule Standard Repayment - 6% Interest Rate Amount Monthly Payment for Total Amount Borrowed 10 Years Repaid $10,000 $115 $13,810 $15,000 $173 $20,714 $20,000 $230 $27,619 Federal PLUS Loan Program Federal PLUS loans are non-need-based loans which provide money to qualified parents of dependent undergraduate students enrolled on at least a half-time basis. A parent may borrow up to the difference between the cost of attendance and other financial aid received, per academic year per student. Eligibility for PLUS loans is based on credit approval. Repayment begins shortly after funds are disbursed. The repayment period is up to ten years. Students must meet Standards of Academic Progress for parents to be able to borrow a PLUS loan on their 100 | P a g e

behalf. PLUS loans are required to be disbursed in two disbursements. Disbursement dates will be displayed on the disclosure statement provided by the lender. Any loan funds remaining after charges on the student account have been covered will be mail to the parent borrower at the address provided on the loan application. State of Illinois Funded Grants Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) Monetary Award Program (MAP) This award program is based on financial need and is applicable for tuition and fees, excluding lab fees (from three through 15 credit hours per semester) of undergraduate work. Students may receive up to 75 MAP paid credit hours at a two-year college. Students are required to reimburse SRC in the event that state funding is not available to pay the full grant awarded to the student. Application for the award is made on the FAFSA form and by providing the appropriate information. Students should apply early as state funding is limited. The MAP grant may not be used during the summer session. Silas Purnell Illinois Incentive for Access Program (IIA) This program is for freshman students enrolled at least halftime who have no or very low expected family contributions, with no family resources and also meet the eligibility requirements for MAP grant. Scholarships for Veterans Some veteransâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; organizations such as American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars offer financial assistance to veterans and their dependents. The college recommends 101 | P a g e

that these organizations be contacted directly through their local chapters for additional information. Veterans Benefits Spoon River College is approved for veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s benefits through the Illinois State Approving Agency. Any veteran who thinks s/he may be eligible for federal benefits may obtain information and applications through the Financial Aid Office. To maintain eligibility, students who are veterans must be enrolled in an eligible program, attend classes regularly, and make satisfactory academic progress. Illinois Veterans Grant This award will pay the full tuition and applicable fees for Illinois veterans attending SRC part-time or full-time. Any veteran who entered the armed forces as an Illinois resident and who served at least 12 months and returned to Illinois within six months of separation may qualify for this program. A copy of form DD214 (Report of Separation) showing an honorable discharge and proof of state residency must accompany the application for the award. Applications are available at www.collegezone.com and are mailed to the address listed on the application. Veterans who have previously been determined eligible for IVG must notify the Financial Aid Office each semester if they would like to use the award. Illinois National Guard Grant This award applies to tuition and applicable fees charged for attending SRC part-time or full-time. Eligibility requires that the recipient must be a member of the Illinois National Guard for at least one year and must continue to be a member for the duration of the scholarship. Applications are available at www.collegezone.com and are 102 | P a g e

mailed to the address listed on the application. Applicants must reapply for grant eligibility every year. MIA-POW Scholarship This award applies to in-district tuition and applicable fees. Eligibility requires that the recipient must be the spouse or child of an eligible veteran. Information and applications may be obtained through the Financial Aid Office. Locally-based Financial Aid Spoon River College Scholarships Spoon River College awards performing grants in academic, athletic, and artistic activities of the college. The grants consist of waiving the normal in-district tuition and fees for a designated number of credit hours per academic term during the SRC academic year. Recipients are required to maintain acceptable academic standards. Spoon River College Foundation A variety of named scholarships are available through the Spoon River College Foundation. Eligibility and qualification requirements for each scholarship vary. Criteria are listed on the college website at www.src.edu/scholarships. Contact the Spoon River College Foundation at (309) 647-6260 or the SRC Financial Aid Office for more information. The application deadline is March 15 of each year. Senior Citizens Spoon River College district residents who are 65 years or older may be eligible to receive a tuition and fees waiver (except lab fees) for credit courses. This waiver does not apply to those who are auditing a course(s). 103 | P a g e

Support Agencies Educational Assistance Persons who are clients of federal, state, county, township, and/or municipal agencies may be eligible for educational United Workforce Development Board (UWDB) awards. Loss of Financial Aid Eligibility Due to Drug Offenses Under the Higher Education Act, students become ineligible for federal student aid (grants, loans, and/or work-study) upon conviction of any offense involving the possession or sale of illegal drugs. The Act does not count convictions that have been removed from the student’s record or convictions that occurred before they turned 18, unless they were tried as an adult. According to the United States Department of Education, if a student is convicted of a drug offense after receiving federal aid money, he or she must notify the Financial Aid Office immediately and that student will become ineligible for further aid and will also be required to pay back any and all aid received before the conviction. The information below summarizes the length of time that the conviction impacts a student’s eligibility for student aid. Possession of Illegal Drugs: • First Offense: 1 year from the date of conviction • Second Offense: 2 years from the date of conviction • Third and Subsequent Offenses: Indefinite ineligibility from the date of conviction Sale of Illegal Drugs: • First Offense: 2 years from the date of conviction 104 | P a g e

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If a student successfully completes a drug rehabilitation program, he or she will regain eligibility for student aid funds as of the day the student successfully completes the program. Contact the Spoon River Financial Aid Office if you have questions concerning this issue or a Spoon River advisor if you need information about drug rehabilitation programs in the area. STUDENT BODY PROFILE • • • • • • • •

60% receive some form of financial aid or scholarship. 38% receive a Pell Grant. 45% of our students are male and 55% are female. 42% of our students are full-time and 58% of our students are part-time. Our Fall-to-Fall retention rate is 54% (full-time students). Our overall graduation rate is 25%. Our overall transfer rate is 34%. Our ethnic diversity is:  91% White  6% Black or African-American  2% Hispanic/Latino  1% Asian/Pacific Islander Source: 2010 National Center for Education Statistics

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STUDENT HEALTH AND SAFETY CAMPUS SECURITY AND CRIME REPORT Crime Reporting All criminal incidents can and should be reported to the SRC administrator in charge of a function, the campus receptionist, the attending faculty or staff member. SRC will implement appropriate actions including, but not limited to, contacting the presiding law enforcement agency, any medical service agencies or others as needed by the person involved. Incident Forms are available in Student Services, the Business Office and other SRC sites. All incidents must be communicated in writing to the Vice President of Administrative Services as soon as possible.

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Criminal Incidents at Spoon River College Crime Crime 2007 2008

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Crime Definitions from the Uniform Crime Reporting Handbook: Arson Any willful or malicious burning or attempt to burn, with or without intent to defraud, a dwelling house, public building, motor vehicle or aircraft, personal property of another, etc. Criminal Homicide-Manslaughter by Negligence The killing of another person through gross negligence. 107 | P a g e

Criminal Homicide-Murder and Nonnegligent Manslaughter The willful (nonnegligent) killing of one human being by another. Robbery The taking or attempting to take anything of value from the care, custody, or control of a person or persons by force or threat of force or violence and/or by putting the victim in fear. Aggravated Assault An unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe or aggravated bodily injury. This type of assault usually is accompanied by the use of a weapon or by means likely to produce death or great bodily harm. (It is not necessary that injury result from an aggravated assault when a gun, knife, or other weapon is used which could and probably would result in serious personal injury if the crime were successfully completed.) Burglary The unlawful entry of a structure to commit a felony or a theft. For reporting purposes this definition includes: unlawful entry with intent to commit a larceny or felony; breaking and entering with intent to commit a larceny; housebreaking; safecracking; and all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. Motor Vehicle Theft The theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle (Classify as motor vehicle theft all cases where automobiles

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are taken by persons not having lawful access even though the vehicles are later abandoned) , and including joyriding) Weapon Law Violations The violation of laws or ordinances dealing with weapon offenses, regulatory in nature, such as: manufacture, sale, or possession of deadly weapons; carrying deadly weapons, concealed or openly; furnishing deadly weapons to minors; aliens possessing deadly weapons; and all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. Drug Abuse Violations Violations of state and local laws relating to the unlawful possession, sale, use, growing, manufacturing, and making of narcotic drugs. The relevant substances include: opium or cocaine and their derivatives (morphine, heroin, codeine); marijuana; synthetic narcotics (Demerol, methadones); and dangerous nonnarcotic drugs (barbituates, Benzedrine). Liquor Law Violations The violation of laws or ordinances prohibiting: the manufacture, sale, transporting, furnishing, possessing of intoxicating liquor; maintaining unlawful drinking places; bootlegging; operating a still; furnishing liquor to a minor or intemperate person; using a vehicle for illegal transportation of liquor; drinking on a train or public conveyance; and all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. (Drunkenness and driving under the influence are not included in this definition.)

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Sex Offenses Definitions from the National IncidentBased Reporting System Edition of the Uniform Crime Reporting Program Sex Offenses-Forcible Any sexual act directed against another person, forcibly and/or against that person's will; or not forcibly or against the person's will where the victim is incapable of giving consent. A. Forcible Rape- The carnal knowledge of a person, forcibly and/or against that person's will; or not forcibly or against the person's will where the victim is incapable of giving consent because of his/her temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity (or because of his/her youth). B. Forcible Sodomy- Oral or anal sexual intercourse with another person, forcibly and/or against that person's will; or not forcibly against the persons will where the victim is incapable of giving consent because of his/her youth or because of his/her temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity. C. Sexual Assault With An Object- The use of an object or instrument to unlawfully penetrate, however slightly, the genital or anal opening of the body of another person, forcibly and/or against that person's will; or not forcibly or against the person's will where the victim is incapable of giving consent because of his/her youth or because of his/her temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity.

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D. Forcible Fondling- The touching of the private body parts of another person for the purpose of sexual gratification, forcibly and/or against that person's will; or, not forcibly or against the person's will where the victim is incapable of giving consent because of his/her youth or because of his/her temporary or permanent mental incapacity. Sex Offenses-Nonforcible Unlawful, nonforcible sexual intercourse. A. Incest-Nonforcible sexual intercourse between persons who are related to each other within the degrees wherein marriage is prohibited by law. B. Statutory Rape-Nonforcible sexual intercourse with a person who is under the statutory age of consent. Hate Crimes Crimes involving bodily injury to any person in which the victim is intentionally selected because of the actual or perceived race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or disability of the victim. Source: Federal Register, April 29, 1994, Vol. 59, No. 82; Federal Register, November 1, 1999, Vol. 64, No. 210. DRUG/ALCOHOL POLICY Substance Abuse Policy Spoon River College is alcohol and drug free in accordance with Public Law 100-690, The Anti-Drug Abuse Act of 1988. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of alcohol or a controlled substance is 111 | P a g e

prohibited in and on Spoon River College owned and controlled property. This policy applies to employees, students, and visitors. Any individual violating this policy may be subject to disciplinary action. Tobacco-Use Policy The use of tobacco is prohibited inside any building or vehicle owned, leased, or used by the college. Use of tobacco products is restricted to specific outdoor areas and must be within state guidelines of 15 feet away from buildings. Tobacco shall mean cigarette, cigar, pipe, or tobacco in any other form, including smokeless tobacco which is any loose, cut, shredded ground, powdered, compressed, or leaf tobacco that is intended to be placed in the mouth without being smoked. Students violating the policy are subject to disciplinary action. CRIMINAL PENALITIES FOR ALCOHOL, DRUG, AND TOBACCO VIOLATIONS For information on Illinois DUI laws and penalties go to www.duilaws.com/Illinois. For information on Illinois drug laws and penalties go to www.iwu.edu/ccs/Illinois_Drug_Laws. For information on criminal penalties in the United States for illegal drug use and sales go to www.dea.gov/agency/penalties.

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DRUG, ALCOHOL, AND TOBACCO ABUSE HEALTH RISKS, AND TREATMENT SERVICES • • • • •

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Alcohol is the most abused drug in the United States today. Alcohol is a drug that acts on the brain. It is potentially addicting, both physically and mentally. Alcohol abuse is irresponsible drinking which harms or endangers the drinker or other people. Alcohol abuse can result in violence, poor judgment and loss of coordination. Alcoholism is a disease characterized by a physical and mental dependence on alcohol. About 1 in 10 drinkers becomes an alcoholic. Alcohol consumed in heavy amounts over a period of years can result in brain damage, cancer to the mouth, stomach and esophagus, heart disease, liver damage, ulcers and gastritis as well as damage to other body organs. Prolonged excessive drinking can shorten life spans by 10 to 12 years. Tobacco use and abuse can contribute to such diseases as lung cancer, heart disease, and emphyzema. Drug abuse is a major problem that results when drugs are used improperly. Drug abuse is using natural or synthetic chemical substances for non-medical reasons to affect the body, mind and behavior. Abusing drugs can be dangerous especially when they are taken for a long time, in the wrong combinations or in excess.

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If you take drugs, you risk overdose and dependence, both physical and psychological. Long-term drug abuse can lead to mental illness, malnutrition and organ damage. The risk of AIDS, hepatitis, and other diseases increases if drugs are injected. When drugs make you lose control, you may do things beyond your ability and take foolish risks. Accidents and injuries can result to you and to others. Abusing drugs can also cause legal, economic and personal problems. People who abuse drugs often need help. Breaking a drug habit without outside help can be dangerous because of withdrawal symptoms and difficult because of the psychological need.

Spoon River College refers students to the following agencies and professionals for initial drug and alcohol abuse screening and/or treatment; Canton: Farm Resource Center United in Jesus Outreach Ministries Fulton-Mason Crisis Service John R. Day & Assoc. North Central Behavioral Health Services

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Macomb: Behavioral Health Services Bridgeway Catholic Charities Counseling Perspectives Farm Resource Center North Central Behavioral Health Services Psychology Clinic at Western Illinois University Larry Rawlins, LCPC Melanie Rawlins, PhD Renee Roodhouse, LCPC Havana: Fulton-Mason Crisis Service Mason District Hospital MHC of Central Illinois Rushville: Schuyler County Health Department During the 2009-2010 academic year, no students were referred for chemical dependency.

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STUDENT LIFE STUDENT ACTIVITIES Spoon River College (SRC) offers a variety of opportunities for students to get involved in campus life, from co-curricular to special interest clubs and organizations, athletics and fine arts. There are many opportunities for leadership involvement and social networking within the campus communities. The college offers intramural sports, as well as other activities including guest speakers, musicians, community service projects and campus-wide events that serve Spoon River Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s campuses and centers. Some examples of student organizations are the Kaleidoscope (literary magazine), Student Government Association, Phi Theta Kappa, Alpha Gamma Tau, Alpha Tau, Drama Program, Habitat for Humanity, and PEEPS. CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS Alpha Gamma Tau Alpha Gamma Tau is an Ag Club for students in the agriculture program. Its goals are to develop leadership, to identify career interests, and to enhance personal development. Members also host a livestock judging contest, a public speaking contest, and sales contest. Alpha Gamma Tau offers scholarships for eligible students. Alpha Gamma Tau is the local chapter of the state and national PAS â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Post-secondary Agricultural Students. 116 | P a g e

Drama Club The drama program consists of class work in acting and the interpretation of plays, in addition to the production of a major stage play each year. Scholarships are available to incoming freshmen and returning sophomores for both acting and technical theater work. Auditions for these grants are held each spring. Funk Kitchen The Funk Kitchen is a student organization focused on providing students with an opportunity to explore art, threatre, and music performance and appreciation. Habitat for Humanity Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit housing ministry that seeks to eliminate poverty housing from the world. The SRC chapter is an unincorporated, student-run organization. Intramural Sports Spoon River College offers a variety of activities such as basketball and volleyball leagues through the Canton YMCA, a fishing club, a running club, and disc golf. Literary Magazine The Kaleidoscope is Spoon River Collegeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s literary magazine. It offers all members of the college community the opportunity to have short stories, poems, essays, and artwork published. The Kaleidoscope is published each spring. 117 | P a g e

PEEPS – People for Earth’s Ecological Preservation The PEEPS organization works to improve the environment through projects, educational field trips and other activities. This club explores all areas of science. Phi-Mu-Tau Fraternity Phi-Mu-Tau, which stands for “Fingers-Mind-Tools,” is an organization made up of students enrolled in the diesel tractor technology program. Phi-Mu-Tau provides a scholarship for a deserving fraternity member each year. Phi Theta Kappa International Honor Society – Nu Delta Chapter Phi Theta Kappa is the internationally recognized honor society for two-year colleges. Spoon River College’s Nu Delta Chapter offers membership to students who distinguish themselves academically. Rage Runners The Rage Runners are a group of students that are running enthusiasts. Regular running sessions occur on the trails around the Canton Campus of Spoon River College. Spoon River Anglers The Spoon River Anglers is a club for students that enjoy fishing. Members will participate in fish tournaments, attend workshops, and organize efforts to protect and preserve regional fishing habitat.

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SNA – Student Nurses Association SNA is an organization that facilitates and initiates participation in community service, volunteer work, wellness activities, and professional organizations for nursing students. The SNA club also supports nursing on a national scale with social events designed to enhance cohesiveness and support among the nursing students. Student Government Association The Student Government Association (SGA) occupies a key position in the college student activity program by allocating funds to various student activities, coordinating student activities, student organizations, establishing student committees, appointing students to SRC staffstudent committees, and making recommendations to the administration in matters of concern to the entire student body. The SGA is comprised of elected student members and operates within a constitution written by students. Athletics SRC is recognized under the National Junior College Athletic Association and operates under the Division II status for all sports. SRC is also a member of Region XXIV of the Midwest Athletic Conference which is made up of ten NJCAA, Division II colleges. Students participating in intercollegiate athletics are required to undergo a complete physical examination, at their own expense, by a physician. In addition, student athletes are required to be covered by a personal or family insurance policy. The following athletic programs are offered at SRC: • Women’s Softball • Men’s Golf • Men’s Baseball • Women’s Golf 119 | P a g e

Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act Each year, the federal government requires academic institutions that offer co-ed intercollegiate athletics to complete a survey detailing information such as salaries, operating budgets and fundraising, to insure gender equity in their athletic programs. A copy of SRCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s report may be found on their web site, www.src.edu/athletics. STUDENT SERVICES AND SUPPORT SERVICES ACADEMIC ADVISING Once admitted into the college, each student is assigned an advisor. Students are encouraged to meet with an advisor to develop an educational plan that meets the goals and requirements of their chosen curriculum and program. Students are responsible for planning a tentative schedule and arranging appointments with their advisors each semester. Advisors can meet with students as often as needed throughout the year. ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER The Academic Success Center (ASC) supports all Spoon River College students, regardless of academic preparation. The ASC provides an effective and inviting learning environment where students can find tutoring, receive information or a referral, or find a quiet, comfortable place to study. Goal of the ASC: The goal of the ASC is to improve the quality, consistency, and availability of academic support services to students, such as study rooms and computers. 120 | P a g e

Specifically, the center strives to: • Provide a learning environment and network of support services that promotes educational opportunity for each college learner. • Enhance the retention of students and successful completion of the learner’s educational goals. • Develop in each learner the skills and attitudes necessary for the attainment of academic, career, and life-long goals. Tutoring: Students who are experiencing difficulty keeping up with the coursework in their classes may be eligible for help provided by a tutor, personal or academic counseling, or support material. The ASC assistance is provided to help students “catch up” and improve their study skills so that they can complete their course successfully. In Canton, the ASC is located in the Learning Resource Center (LRC) and is connected to the Innovative Teaching and Learning Center. Both are open during the same hours as the LRC. In Macomb, the ASC is located in room G006 with the Innovative Teaching and Learning Center. Online Tutoring: Students may use online tutoring through Smarthinking which can be found at www.src.edu. This site offers free online tutoring in a variety of subjects, as well as the ability to submit your writing papers for review in the Online Writing Lab (OWL). This site is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

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CAFETERIA (THE SANDBAR) Spoon River College offers a full-service cafe on the Canton campus. Snack and beverage vending machines are available on the Macomb Campus and at the Havana and Rushville centers. Canton Campus â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sandbar Hours of operation: Mon. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Fri.: 6:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Breakfast served from 7:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Lunch served from 11:00 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. The grill shuts down at 12:30 p.m. To contact the SRC Cafeteria, call (309) 649-6312. For information about catering services please call (309) 6496294 or (309) 649-6312 for details. Spoon River College Meal Cards Students and staff may purchase SRC Meal Cards in the SRC Canton Bookstore at anytime during the year. The cards cost $25.00 and have $25.00 worth of value on them. They are convenient and easy to carry. CONTACT INFORMATION SRC Toll Free 1-800.334.7337 Canton Campus 309.647.4645 Havana Campus 309.543.4413 Macomb Campus 309.837.5727 Rushville Campus 217.322.6060

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Academic Success Center Email: Natalie.orwig@src.edu Canton Phone: 309.649.6260 Email: sarah.billeter@src.edu Macomb Phone: 309.833.6065 Tutoring, academic coaching, and homework lab. Admissions and Records Office Email: admissions@src.edu Canton Phone: 309.649.7020 Macomb Phone 309.833.6006 Obtain general information, change of address, change of major, withdrawing from a class, records, grades, residency and graduation. Athletics and Student Life Canton Phone: 309.649.6303 Information about clubs, organizations, student government meetings, general college information and intercollegiate athletic programs. Bookstore Email: bookstore@src.edu Canton Phone: 309.649.6295 Macomb Phone: 309.833.6012 Books, academic supplies, materials, snacks, and computer supplies.

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Financial Aid Email: financialaid@src.edu Canton Phone: 309.649.7030 Macomb Phone: 309.833.6066 FAFSA assistance, Pell Grants, loan information, information about scholarships, emergency loans, and veteranâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s assistance. MySRC Assistance Email: techhelp@src.edu Phone: 309.649.6381 Passwords, changes in passwords, access to campus student email, and log-on assistance. Student Accounts Email: studentaccounts@src.edu Canton Phone: 309.649.7021 Macomb Phone: 309.833.6008 Questions concerning bills, tuition, accounts and payments. Placement Testing and Other Testing Services (309) 649-6400 Canton (309) 833-6016 Macomb (309) 543-4413 Havana (217) 322-6060 Rushville Placement testing criteria measures reading level, math proficiency, and writing skills. All students must take either the COMPASS test or provide evidence of official ACT scores that meet standards. Other testing at SRC includes: TEAS Nursing Entrance test, NLN-ACE Mobility test, ACT, and Career Planning Assessments. Contact the

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Canton campus for scheduled dates and times these tests are administered. Reception Desk (309) 647- 4645, then press 0 Hours: M-TH: 7:30a-5:30p, F 7:30a-4:30p Located in the main entrance of Centers, the Reception Desk is a resource for locating forms, classrooms, employees, and lost and found items. Records (309) 649-6600 Canton, Mon. thru Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. The Records department conducts an official evaluation of transcripts from previous college experience, AP and CLEP credit, and final degree audits for graduation. Student Services Advising Office Email: studentserviceadvisor@src.edu Canton Phone: 309.649.6400 Macomb Phone: 309.833.6069 Schedule placement testing, orientation, drop or withdraw from classes, arrange accommodations, job search, resumes, college transfer, disabilities, schedule special testing, and adaptive equipment. TECH Help Desk Help Desk Phone: (309) 649-6381 E-mail: techhelp@src.edu Hours: M-TH 7:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.; F 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. For evening or weekend support, use e-mail or call the voice phone number and leave a message. Let us know how to contact you. We will contact you the next working day. 125 | P a g e

Transcripts Request Email: transcripts@src.edu Phone: 309.649.6205 Request a copy of official transcripts, or send a transcript or academic records to another institution. HEALTH INSURANCE FOR STUDENTS SRC does not handle student accident and health insurance policies. Students will need to contact an outside agency if they are not covered by other policies. TRANSFER INFORMATION AND ARTICULATION (VISIT www.itransfer.org) (309) 649-6400 Canton (309) 833-6016 Macomb (309) 543-4413 Havana (217) 322-6060 Rushville Transfer information is available in the Advising Office at any of the four locations. Articulation and transfer guideline websites can be explored by visiting with an advisor. disAbility SUPPORT SERVICES Spoon River College provides accommodations for qualified students with a documented disability. It is the studentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s responsibility to provide documentation of any disability and to discuss possible accommodations with the disAbility Support Services Advisor. Students are encouraged to meet with the disAbility Support Services Advisor prior to enrollment in classes to disclose the disability to ensure that accommodations are provided in a 126 | P a g e

timely manner. Services may be requested at any time during the semester, however. Eligible students who have a documented disability which is determined to be a barrier to their success in a college program may receive accommodations including, but not limited to: adaptive equipment, assistive technology, testing accommodations, interpreters, books in alternate forms, and/or note-takers. EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS A limited number of part-time jobs are available to SRC students in various departments throughout the college. Federal College Work-Study Program (FWS) - Information from the FAFSA is used to determine eligibility for work through this program. Students are paid the federal minimum wage for up to 20 hours per week of work, depending on their need and the type of work available. Minimum enrollment of six (6) credit hours is required to maintain eligibility for this program. Students must also meet SRCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Standards of Academic Progress to maintain eligibility. Online Job Service-Spoon River College has partnered with College Central Network, Inc., to provide a new online service to current students, alumni, community members, and area employers. This free online job listing board will allow users to search local and national job openings, and post their resumes for employers to view. Local employers will have the opportunity to post their job openings and view resumes of potential job seekers. The website is www.collegecentral.com/src/. This link also can be accessed from the Spoon River 127 | P a g e

College Career and Job Placement web page at www.src.edu/career-and-job-placement/. My SRC-ONLINE STUDENT SERVICES My SRC is the gateway to student online services provided at www.src.edu. Students can browse class offerings, schedules, register, drop a class, add a class, pay, check on scholarships, grades, billing, and purchase books. Students can also access online library services, apply for financial aid, or search for a job. NEW STUDENT ORIENTATION Orientation programs for all new students are held at the beginning of the fall semester and at various other times. In addition to registering for classes, students have an opportunity to familiarize themselves with the college, as well as support services, academic services, student life, and tour the campus. An online orientation is also available for new students. TUTORING Tutoring is available free of charge to all Spoon River College students. Please see the section on the Academic Success Center.

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