About the 2017-2018 Student Handbook 

Statement of Community Standards 
Mission Statement 
Core Values 
Vision Statement 
Commitment to Diversity, Tolerance, and Inclusiveness  
Policies and Procedures 

Athletic Facilities, Campus Offices and Services

Athletic Facilities

• Athletic Fields
• The Benjamin A. Johnson Fitness Center
• The Casey Swim Center
• The Schottland Tennis Center
• The Lelia Hynson Boating Park
• Varsity Athletics
• Standards of Behavior

Campus Offices

• Bookstore & Campus Shop
• Textbook Rental
• Bursar’s Office
• Office of Student Engagement
• Hodson Hall Commons Student Center
• Center for Career Development
• Student Employment
•  Accommodations for Students with Disabilities 
• Community Service
• Department of Public Safety
• Dining Services
• Hodson Hall Commons-Dining Operation Hours
• Meal Plan Requirement Waiver Request-Review Process
• Intercultural Affairs
• Health Services
• Counseling Services

Library and Academic Technology

Miller Library
The Collection
Services
Academic Technology
Client Support and Technical Services
Educational Technology
Digital Media Services
Software and Online Services
Software Discounts
Online Survey Software
Online Training Tutorial
Computer Protection
E-mail, Calendar and Document Sharing
Canvas Course Management System
Student Computer Recommendations
Computing Labs and Related Services
Newlin Room
Information Commons
Multimedia Production Center
The Sound Studio
The Beck Multimedia and Technology Learning Center

Office of Information Technologies

Authentication Service
WC-Wireless Wi-Fi and Ethernet Network Service
Campus Telephone Service
Room Phone
Payment
Student Telephone Authorization
Policy on Release of Telephone Numbers, Campus Directory Information and 800 numbers
Mail Distribution Service and Central Services
Shipping Service, ext. 7871
Intercampus Mail
Copy Center

Student Organizations and Activities

The Student Events Board
The Student Government Association
Office of the Student Government Association
SGA Executive Officers and Staff
Student Clubs
Credit-Bearing Performance Groups
Washington College Chorus
Washington College Symphonic Band
Washington College String Orchestra
Washington College Jazz Band
Washington College Japanese Music Ensemble
Steel Pan Ensemble
Chamber Ensembles
Student Publications
The Elm
Pegasus
The Collegian
Washington College Review 
Fraternities and Sororities

Residential Life

• Residential Life Staff
• Residency Requirements
• Room and Board Contracts
• Residence Hall Room Assignments and Rooms
• Themed Living Options
• Occupancy of Room Assignment
• Room Check in and Check Out
• Room Changes
• Care and Furnishing of Rooms
• Common Area Damage
• Damage and Cleaning Charges
• Fire Safety
• Small Appliances
• Guests
• Quiet Hours / Courtesy Hours
• Selling and Soliciting
• Smoking
• Outdoor Sports/Games
• Window Screens
• Pets
• Keys/Access Cards
• ID Cards
• Maryland Social Host Liability Law
• Expectations  for Off Campus Behavior
• Individual Student Behavior
• Chronic Nuisance Properties

Washington College Honor Code and Student Conduct System

The Honor Code
The Spirit of the Honor Code
Purpose of the Honor Board
Structure of the Honor Board
Other Hearing Bodies/Panels
Jurisdiction
Honor Code Violations - Academic
Honor Code Violations - Social
Role of Faculty in Upholding the Honor Code
Role of Students in Upholding the Honor Code
Honor Board Procedures and Guidelines
Sanctions
Description of Sanctions for Honor Code Violations
Dismissal from/Ban from Residence Halls Suspension and Expulsion
Disclosure of Honor Board Proceedings
Appeals
Making an Appeal
Appeal Board
Appeal Board Procedures
Appeals of Grades or Academic Coursework

Student Life and Social Events Policies

Respect and Care for All Campus Facilities
Student Organization and Student Worker Office Keys
Student Social Event Policy
Student Mailbox Mass Mailing Policy
Student Advertisement Posting Policy
General Campus Posting Guidelines
Banner Guidelines
Student Organization Chalking Policy
Failure to Comply
Policy Governing Student Fundraising Activities
Anti-Hazing Policy
Maryland Anti Hazing Law (§ 3-607) revised – effective October 1, 2015
Reporting an Incident of Hazing
Responsibilities of Individual Students regarding Hazing
College Response to Allegations of Hazing

Alcohol and Other Drugs: Expectations, Education and Policies

Alcohol and Other Drugs – Expectations and Education
Expectations for Students
Expectations for Student Groups
Expectations for the College
Policy Statement and Federal, State and Local Laws/Penalties
Policy Statement on Substance Abuse
Maryland State Laws and Penalties
College Alcohol and Other Drugs Policies
Alcohol Policy
Marijuana Policy
Policy for Other Controlled Substances
Parent or Guardian Notification
Medical Amnesty Protocol
Sexual Assault Amnesty Protocol
Alcohol and Other Drugs Violations and Sanctions: What to Expect
Alcohol Violations
First violation/low-level violation
Possible sanctions that may be considered
Typical Notifications
Second or Subsequent Violation/First Serious Violation
Possible sanctions that may be considered
Typical Notifications
Drug Use and Paraphernalia Violations
First Violation
Second or Subsequent Violation/First Serious Violation
Possible sanctions that may be considered
Typical Notifications
Health Risks
Counseling

Discrimination and Harassment Policies

Policy Statement on Discrimination 
Policy Statement on Harassment
Policy Statement on Sexual Harassment
Definition of Sexual Harassment
Examples of Sexual Harassment
Consensual Relationships
Reporting Discrimination or Harassment
Examples of Harassment based on Disability
Discrimination or Harassment Complaints
Reporting a Complaint
Interim Measures
Investigating a Complaint
Investigation Process
Resolving Complaints
Discrimination and Dispute Resolution Committee (DDRC) Records
Making An Appeal
Retaliation
Confidentiality
Policy on Sexual Assault
Definition of Consent
Interim Measures
Resources for Victims of Sexual Assault
Education and Training
Sexual Assault Amnesty Protocol
Sexual Assault Campus Climate Survey

Computer and Technology Policies 

Computer Related Policies
Acceptable Use Policy for Information Technologies Resources
User Guidelines and Policies
Violations
Terms and Conditions Governing the Use of Washington College Network
Network ID
Authorized Use
Violations 
Limitation of Liability
Computer Gaming Policy
Chat Software Policy

Student Health Policies 

Class Attendance and Illness Policy
Medical Leave Initiated Through the Health Services or Counseling Services
Mandatory Medical Leave (MML)
The Behavioral Concerns Team
Process for Appealing a Mandatory Medical Leave
Returning from Mandatory Medical Leave
Emergency Interim Withdrawal
Maintenance of Your Records
Leave of Absence and Withdrawal Procedures

Safety Related Policies

Password Security for E-Mail Accounts and other Network Services
Missing Student Notification Policy
Policy for Fireworks, Firearms, Ammunition, Explosives, or Other Weapons
Smoking Policy
Animal Policy
ID Cards Policy

Billing and Payment Policies

Tuition, Fees, Room, and Board
Other Student Charges
Prepaid Debit Card System 
Payments 
Withdrawals and Refunds 

Motor Vehicle and Parking Regulations

Motor Vehicle Registration
Parking Regulations
Off-Campus Students
Resident Assistant Parking
Temporary/Visitor Parking
Motor Vehicle Fines
Parking Ticket Appeals
Penalties
Community Parking
Vehicle Damage

Mandated Federal Policies

Clery Act (formerly the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act) 
Copyright Policy 
Summary of Civil and Criminal Penalties for Violation of Federal Copyright Laws 
The Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act 
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
Changes to FERPA 
Directory Information and Privacy
Transcript Requests 
Enrollment Verification Requests
Student Handbook Notice
Drug Conviction and Financial Aid
Possession of Illegal Drugs
Sale of Illegal Drugs