Current Students - College Policies
College Policies
Affirmative Action for Human Rights Statement
Code of Conduct
Computer System Use Policy
Equity Program Policy Statement
FERPA (Family Education Rights and Privacy Act)
Privacy Policy
Responsible Use of Electronic Communications
Drug & Alcohol Use Policy:
The College is committed to helping its students and its employees achieve their personal and educational goals. Having determined that illicit drugs and alcohol are not compatible with the College's commitment and not necessary for the achievement of these goals, the College requires students, employees, and visitors to refrain from unlawful drug activity and the use of alcohol on our campuses and at College-sponsored events.
Violators of this policy will be reported to the appropriate law enforcement agency and may also be disciplined by the College. Disciplinary sanctions imposed by the College may include expulsion or termination of employment.
- Alcohol:
- Alcoholic beverages will be permitted on campus only with written approval of the President or his/her designee.
- Students and employees found in violation of the state or local laws regarding alcohol use will be reported to the appropriate law enforcement agency. Note: the age limit in New York State for purchase, possession, or consumption of alcohol is 21. Local laws include Open Container Laws that make possession of any open container of alcoholic beverages unlawful.
- Students violating this policy will be subject to disciplinary action. Sanctions can include suspension or dismissal from the College.
- Disciplinary action for employees violating this policy can include suspension without pay or termination.
- Drug Possession:
- Students possessing, using, manufacturing, or distributing illicit drugs on campus or at college-sponsored events will be subject to disciplinary action. Sanctions can include suspension or dismissal from the College. These internal review procedures are not intended to replace those of the local law-enforcement agencies. Unlawful behavior will be reported to the appropriate agency for its action.
- Employees possessing, using, manufacturing or distributing drugs on campus or at a College-sponsored event will be reported to the appropriate area Vice President or the President. Violation of the policy can result in disciplinary action that may include suspension without pay and dismissal. These internal disciplinary procedures are not intended to replace those of the local law enforcement agencies. Employees convicted of a drug offense that occurred on campus or at a College-sponsored event are required by law to so notify the College.
- Prevention:
- A written statement will be distributed at least annually to all students attending at least one credit course and all employees. That statement will include:
- The College's Policy on Drugs and Alcohol.
- The sanctions that can be levied against violators under existing state or federal law.
- A description of the health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol.
- A listing of resources available at the College or in the community to assist students and employees seeking treatment and rehabilitation.
- The College will communicate its policy on drugs and alcohol to those seeking to use or visit College facilities. Signs, where appropriate, will inform even the casual visitor that North Country Community College is a drug and alcohol free college.
Drug-Free School and Communities Drug-Free Workplace Act:
In compliance with the above acts, North Country Community College publishes a booklet that informs all students and employees of NCCC's substance abuse policy, sanctions for violation of the policy, State and Federal alcohol and drug laws, offenses connected with alcohol and drug use and provides a referral list of the College and community assistance available. Students with questions or problems about substance abuse may contact a College counselor.
Tobacco Use Policy:
In recognition of its responsibility to maintain a safe and healthy environment for all students, staff and visitors, as well as the health, safety and comfort benefits of a tobacco-free environment, the following on-campus Tobacco Policy is in force on all College property:
- The use of tobacco products by any member of the College Community, including guests in any building owned, operated, or controlled by the College is prohibited, and all such buildings are to be designated tobacco free.
- The use of tobacco products is prohibited within 25 feet of any building owned, operated, or controlled by the College, to include entrances, windows, and ventilation intake systems. Use of tobacco products is permitted only in outside areas completely open to the air. If wayward tobacco smoke intrudes on an interior workspace, smokers located at any distance from a building will be asked to relocate to another area.
- The use of tobacco products is prohibited within 50 fee of the designated Main Entrances of any College building. Said entrance will be clearly marked for smoke sensitive individuals.
- For safety and health reasons, tobacco users are required to properly dispose of tobacco waste and debris.
- The Maintenance Department is responsible for posting and maintaining appropriate interior and exterior signage, e.g., "Use of All Tobacco Products Prohibited".
- Questions about this policy and/or resources and referral services for cessation of tobacco usage may be submitted to the Director of Student Life or Campus Counselors.
- Individuals exposed to second-hand smoke may file complaints with the Director of Student Life.
- Non-compliance with this policy will be handled in accordance with the provisions set forth in the North Country Community College Code of Conduct - Individual Rights and Responsibilities.
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action:
North Country Community College complies with all applicable laws regarding discrimination. Specifically, NCCC does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship status, age, disability or veteran's status in employment, education, or in any other area of the College. In compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1992 and their implementing regulations, NCCC does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission of, access to, treatment, or employment in its programs and activates. In addition, NCCC does not discriminate on the basis of gender in its educational programs or activates, in compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972 and its implementing regulations. *Contact Person: Title IX, 504 and ADA Coordinator - Cammie Sheridan, (518) 891-2915 ext.271.
Sexual Harassment Policy:
North Country Community College will not tolerate sexual harassment. The College observes the New York State Policy of Sexual Harassment which states that discrimination on the basis of gender is a violation of Section 703 of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended and the New York State Human Rights Law. Guidelines approved by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission on September 23, 1980, state: Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature will constitute sexual harassment when:
- Submission to the conduct is either an explicit or implicit term or condition of employment; or
- Submission to or rejection of the conduct is used as a basis for an employment decision affecting the person rejecting or submitting to the conduct; or
- The conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an affected person's work performance, or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work environment.
North Country Community College has a grievance process in place to handle sexual-harassment complaints. The process is outlined in the North Country Community College Statement of Policy on Affirmative Action and Human Rights, October 1979 (Revised Summer 1988). It is the practice of the College to ensure fair and impartial investigations that will protect the rights of the person(s) filing sexual harassment complaints, the person(s) complained against and the College system as a whole.