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Welcome to Mohave Community College

Helping people improve their lives through education since 1971
Bullhead City | Kingman | Lake Havasu City | North Mohave 
www.mohave.edu |1.866.664.2832
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With campuses in Bullhead City, Colorado City, Kingman and Lake Havasu City, plus a wide variety of classes at off-site locations and an extensive Distance Education program, Mohave Community College (MCC) offers students throughout the county the ability to improve their lives through education. Colleges are somewhat complex institutions, with students who come from a variety of  backgrounds and who may be unfamiliar with the procedures and practices at a college. The MCC Student Handbook is designed to help students become familiar with MCC. This Student Handbook includes tips for success in college, helpful reference materials and it is a basic outline of expected student behavior. We hope all students will find that the information is presented in a way that helps them navigate the path of success at MCC. Our number-one priority is to serve YOU, the student! (HANDY TIPS FOR NAVIGATING THIS PAGE!) 

Mohave Community College Academic Calendar 2007-2008

FALL SEMESTER 2007
July 30 (Mon) -------------------Start of Early Fall Courses
August 13 (Mon) ----------------Resident Faculty Report Full-Time
August 13-17 (Mon-Fri)--------Faculty Preparation and Orientations
August 17 (Fri)------------------General Staff & In-Service
August 23 (Thu)-----------------Start of: Full Semester Courses, 1st Session Courses
September 3 (Mon)-------------College Closed – Labor Day
September 17 (Mon)------------Start of 12-week Online Courses
October 15 (Mon)--------------- Last Day of 1st Session Courses
October 17 (Wed)---------------Start of 2nd Session Courses
November 1 (Thu)---------------December Graduates – Applications Due
November 21-24 (Wed-Sat)---- College Closed - Thanksgiving Break
December 7 (Fri)----------------Last Day for Full Semester (15-week), 2nd Session &
                                                  12-week Online Courses
December 14 (Fri)---------------College Closes for Winter Break
SPRING SEMESTER 2008
January 2 (Wed)-----------------College Reopens
January 7 (Wed)-----------------Start of Early Spring Courses
January 21 (Mon)----------------College Closed – Martin Luther King Day
January 28 (Mon)----------------Start of: Full Semester (15-week) Courses & 1st Session Courses
February 18 (Mon)-------------- College Closed - Presidents’ Day
February 19 (Tues)--------------Start of 12-week Online Courses
March 3 (Mon)------------------ May and Summer Graduates – Applications Due
March 18 (Tues)----------------- Last Day of 1st Session Courses
March 19 (Wed)-----------------Start of 2nd Session Courses
March 24-29 (Mon-Sat)--------- College Closed - Spring Break
May 12 (Mon)-------------------Last Day of 12-week Online Courses
May 15 (Thu)--------------------Last Day of Full Semester Courses and 2nd Session Courses
May 16 (Fri)---------------------Commencement
SUMMER SESSION 2008
May 26 (Mon)-------------------College Closed - Memorial Day
June 2 (Mon)---------------------Start of Summer Session (5-week and 8-week Courses)
July 2 (Wed)---------------------Last Day of 5-week Courses
July 3 (Thu)----------------------College Closed - Independence Day
July 24 (Thu)---------------------Last Day of 8-week Courses 
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ADD/DROP PERIODS FALL 2007 Aug 23–Aug 29, Full Sem. & 1st Session Sept 17–Sep 21.....12-week Online Oct 17-Oct 23.......2nd Session	SPRING 2008 Jan 28–Feb 1, Full Sem. & 1st Session Feb 19–Feb 25......12-week Online Mar 19–Mar 21.....2nd Session Mar 31–Apr 1	SUMMER 2008 Jun 2-3, 5-week session Jun 2-5, 8-week session
The drop date for short-term courses longer than 4 days and shorter than 7 ½ weeks is the day after class starts.  The drop date for short-term courses less than 4 days is up to the first day of class but before the scheduled class time.
WITHDRAW PERIODS FALL 2007 Aug 30–Nov 20.......Full Semester Aug 30–Oct 3..........1st Session Oct 24–Nov 28.......2nd Session Sept 24–Nov 20....12-week Online	SPRING 2008 Feb 4–May 1, Full Semester Feb 4–Mar 10........1st Session Apr 2–May 8.........2nd Session Feb 26–May 1.....12-week Online	SUMMER 2008 Jun 9–Jun 26, 5-wk Session Jun 9–Jul 17, 8-wk Session
Students may withdraw from short-term courses prior to the final exam or on the last day of the course if no final exam is given.  Short-term courses are defined as courses that meet for: o Less than a minimum of 7 ½ weeks during the Fall and Spring semesters o Less than a minimum of 5 weeks in the summer sessions

MY SCHEDULE
	Monday	Tuesday	Wednesday	Thursday	Friday	Saturday
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12 - 1
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Success Skills 

Test Taking Strategies

• Carefully read and follow the directions. 
• Answer the easy questions first, mark the hard questions and return to them later. 
• Pick out key words and phrases on which the meaning of the statement hinges. 
• In true/false questions, if any part of the answer is false, the whole statement is false. 
• In multiple choice questions, eliminate obvious false statements and then pick the alternative that mostfully answers all aspects of the question.
• Go with your first intuition, unless you can more fully remember some new bit of information.
• If wrong answers count against you, then guess only if you have a 50/50 chance of getting it correct. 

For essay exams

• Carefully follow the directions. If you are asked to “describe,” “contrast,” “list,” or “compare andcontrast,” then do so. Don’t paraphrase and summarize.
• Read through the entire test before you begin to answer questions. Some questions prompt the answers toother questions.
• Plan your time effectively; write a quick outline for yourself so you won’t forget any important points.
• It is absolutely important to write your ideas clearly in short, concise sentences that can be easilyunderstood.
• Don’t “write around” the question. Answer it directly and concisely.
• Write or print to the best of your ability. If it is hard for you to read, it will be that much harder for yourinstructor to read. 
• Use collegiate style writing, correct grammar, spelling and punctuation at all times.
• Finish on time. 

Manage Your Time Effectively

• Learn to say “NO” and mean it. In order to make progress in college there are many things and friends
  that will try to take valuable study and preparation time away from you. You have to be able to say
  “NO” to those things, as well as to those who would want you to drop your studies and go with them. 
• Prioritize your studies. Study more often on those subjects that give you more difficulty. As a rule of
  thumb, you should study two to three hours for each hour of class.
• Make a schedule of your time available. Block out the time needed for study. 
• Use the 30/3/2 rule. Study for 30 minutes, break for three minutes and then review what you have just
  studied for about two minutes. 

Setting Goals

• Write down realistic goal statements to be accomplished within a specific time. 
• Each goal should be specific and clearly stated.
• Make sure the purpose of each goal is stated next to each goal statement. 
• Set specific steps for accomplishing each goal.
• Set target dates to evaluate your progress and make adjustments if necessary. 
• List any potential obstacles to reaching each goal statement. 
• List strategies for overcoming the obstacles. 
• Follow through on all strategies. 
• Ask yourself this question, “Am I willing and able to accomplish these goals?” 

Make Your Study Time Productive

• Find a well lit, quiet and somewhat comfortable place to consistently study. 
• Turn off the TV. 
• Clear away any clutter or distracting materials from the study surface. 
• Spend the time necessary to cover the material.
• If you experience difficulty in specific courses, get supplemental instruction immediately. 

Take Good Notes

• Short, clear and concise notes are most effective; use bullet points and comprehensive statements tosummarize larger ideas. 
• Title and date your notes. 
• When reading textbooks, stop every few paragraphs and make a note of the main idea. 
• When studying for tests, rewrite and condense your lecture notes. 
• If you do not understand your teacher, be sure to ASK for an example or further clarification. 
• Review, clarify and expand on your notes as soon as possible after class. This will help your
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College Procedures 

Academic Amnesty - Past academic performance may not, for a variety of reasons, be reflective of a student’s subsequent demonstrated ability. The Mohave Community College academic amnesty policy permits students to have up to two consecutive semesters of coursework excluded from calculating their academic standing, cumulative grade point average and eligibility for degree or certificate completion. Academic amnesty can be granted only once and is irrevocable. Since the student’s complete record remains on the transcript, other institutions may consider all classes when a student transfers. MCC students may petition for academic amnesty only for coursework taken at least five years ago. For example: Apetition for courses taken in the fall of 2007 cannot be submitted until the fall of 2011. Petitions are available at the local campus student services office. The petition should be submitted to the registrar’s office. Since academic amnesty may affect financial aid awards, students receiving financial aid should contact the financial aid office prior to applying for amnesty.

Academic Integrity - A student is responsible for the academic integrity of all work completed for a given course. All reports, papers, projects and examinations must represent the student’s own work. References and other sources of information must be properly cited. For complete details and regulations regarding academic integrity, see the college catalog.

Academic Load - Lecture-type classes routinely require two to three hours of outside work for each hour spent in class. To ensure that students have every opportunity for success in courses undertaken, academic loads are controlled. The normal academic load is defined as 12-16 credit hours per semester. A student may enroll for up to 18 credit hours per semester without special permission. Enrollment in excess of 18 credit hours requires the approval of the campus executive officer. For details, see the college catalog.

Academic Probation - As long as the student’s cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) remains above the minimum shown in the table on Page 9, the student can continue working toward a degree/certificate without restrictions.If the student’s cumulative GPA falls below the minimum described in the table, the student will be placed on academic probation and subject to review. The student will remain on academic probation as long as his/her semester or summer term GPA is 2.0 or above, but his/her cumulative GPA is less than described in the table below. If, while the student is on academic probation, he/she earns less than a 2.0 GPA for the following semester or summer term, he/she will be academically dismissed. While on probation, the student will be limited to a maximum course load of 10 credit hours per semester or summer term. When the student improves his/her cumulative GPA to better than the minimum shown in the table, the student wil be removed from academic probation.

                                      Cumulative GPA
Credits Earned           Warranting Probation
0–14                                  less than 1.8
15–29                                less than 1.9
30 or more                        less than 2.0

Academic Dismissal - Academic dismissal is defined as: the been dismissed from MCC for one semester basis of his/her academic record. The mailing of this letter discharges all suspension. for two consecutive semesters registration. See Readmission for  complete details.Academic dismissal may occur at the end of the fall or spring semesters or the end of the summer term.

Academic Dismissal Appeal - A student wishing to appeal his/her academic dismissal must follow the appropriate procedure listed in the current Mohave Community College catalog. If an appeal is neither requested nor granted, the student will not be readmitted until one full semester has elapsed.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Policy Statement - Mohave Community College strives to facilitate, within reason, appropriate resources, services and auxiliaryaids to allow each qualified person with a documented disability equitable access to educational programs, social experiences and career opportunities. The vice chancellor of administration and the vice chancellor of instruction and student services shall act as ADA coordinators for the college to oversee compliance in the areas of facilities, student accommodations and employment practices. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Mohave Community College endeavors to assure the accessibility of all its programs, facilities and services to all persons with disabilities. If a student needs an accommodation for an MCC program, facility or service, please contact the disability services office at 928.757.0813.

Assessment Services - Each campus at Mohave Community College has an assessment center where students can take the Compass placement and other assessments as assigned by individual programs. For more information, contact the campus assessment center.

Attendance - Regular, punctual attendance is required in all credit courses taught in traditional formats and regular active participation is required in all courses taught via distance education formats. At the first class meeting,each instructor will inform students by means of a written syllabus of participation requirements, including attendance.

Instructors of Mohave Community College are required to include points for classroom participation; these points will make up no less than 15 percent of the total points for the course. Any class or lab session missed, regardless of cause, reduces the opportunity for learning and may affect achievement. Students are responsible for notifying the instructor of any anticipated absences. The instructor has the prerogative to decide whether the student will be permitted to make up work missed during the absence. Programs involving clinical or off-campus assignments may require telephone notice of all absences. The college has no leave of absence policy for students. Instructors are encouraged to be considerate of students with special circumstances.

Arizona Course Applicability System (AzCAS) - The state of Arizona has developed a Web site to help students who wish to transfer from an Arizona public community college to an Arizona publicfour-year college or university. The Arizona Course Applicability System (AzCAS) answers manyquestions about transferring college credit. See your advisor for more information or visit the web site at: http://az.transfer.org/cas.

Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) & Transfer of Credit - The Arizona General Education Curriculum (AGEC) is a block of 35 semester hours of lower division general education course work. Courses specific to this curriculum are listed in the degree information section in the college catalog as the general education curriculum for AA, ABus and AS degree programs. The block can be completed by itself or as part of an associate’s degree at MCC. The college certifies completion of AGEC (no certificate is awarded). For details see the college catalog.

Arizona Higher Education Course Equivalency Guide (CEG) - The Arizona Commission for Postsecondary Education, in conjunction with the Arizona Board of Regents, publishes the Arizona Higher Education Equivalency Guide (CEG) online at (http://az.transfer.org/cas.) The CEG “equivalency” not mean that the community college course is identical to the university course or vice versa, but that course is regarded as fulfilling the requirement the designated university or college course. The evaluations of transfer credit in the CEG refer only to Arizona public community college courses and their acceptance at the respective Arizona public four-year
institutions. For details see the college catalog.

Changing Student Information - To make changes to student information, such as student identification, social security number, name, address, telephone number, etc., a student data update must be obtained from enrollment services. Student ID numbers are crucial for tracking student progress within all educational institutions and in ID numbers could lead to undocumented or misdocumented student information.

Classroom Behavior - Any student, who demonstrates unwillingness to comply with class procedures or whose behavior interferes with the educational progress of other students, may be dismissed from a class session by an instructor. The instructor will report the action to the appropriate division chair or program director. If the behavior continues, the Disruptive Student Procedure will be followed.

Copyright Act Compliance -  All Mohave Community College students are expected to comply with the provisions of title 17, United States’ code pertaining to photocopying any material protected by this act.

Degree Audit - The Degree Audit is a computerized advising tool that details the requirements of the student’s program of study. The degree audit outlines progress toward academic goals, courses completed at MCC, transferred courses and awarded credits. Student GPA is also computed. If a student is considering several programs he/she may get printouts of each and compare them. Please contact your local campus academic advisor for more information.

Disciplinary Action - Enrollment at Mohave Community College carries with it obligations in regard to conduct, both in and out of the classroom. Students are responsible for abiding by the laws governing the college and are expected to observe standards of conduct set bythe college. Student misconduct will be handled through counseling by the director of student services and/or disciplinary action by a campus executive officer. If a student has emotional, psychological, social or medical problems that are considered to be the basis for misbehavior, he/she may be asked to withdraw from college until he/she has received the needed treatment or is otherwise deemed ready to re-enroll in college courses. As identified in the Classroom Behavior section of this handbook, any student who demonstrates the inability to benefit from instruction due to unwillingness to comply with class procedures or whose behavior interferes with the educational progress of other students may be dismissed from a class session by an instructor. The instructor shall report the action to the appropriate division chair or program director. If the behavior continues, the Disruptive Student Procedure will be followed. If there are any questions regarding the due process procedures, please refer to Governing Board Policy on Student Conduct located in the campus library.

Disability Services - Each campus has a Disability Services Officer that coordinates assistance to persons with disabilities. These individuals provide disability related accommodations, information and referral services. They serve as a connecting link between students with disabilities and the college. Students needing accommodations should contact a Disability Services Officer before registering for classes. The college requires six weeks’ notice to
provide disability related accommodations. For more information, contact the campus Disability Services Office.

Disruptive Student Procedure - All referrals for immediate intervention with a disruptive student will be made to the appropriate director of student services. When a Student Behavior Alert Form has been filed, the director of student
services, campus executive officer and division chair will assess the student’s issues and respond with suggested intervention.

Dress Code -There is no formal dress code at MCC. Students are asked to use good judgment and dress in appropriate attire while in classes, at an MCC function or on an MCC campus. In instances of unsuitable dress, an instructor or staff member may request that the student leave the campus, particularly if the appearance detracts from
instruction. Students are being educated for responsible career positions and demonstrating their ability to work
appropriately within a professional environment is important.

Drug-Free Student Guidelines - The Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 has mandated  that recipients of $25,000 or more from any federal agency must maintain a drug-free workplace. Included within the requirements of the Act is
the adoption of a policy statement prohibiting the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession or use of controlled substances in the workplace. While technically only those employees working in programs receiving federal aid or those students receiving Pell grants are subject to the law, drug awareness is a subject which must be addressed by all employees and students. The following guidelines have been implemented in compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988:

Purpose -To provide a safe study enviromnet free from the hazards associated with drug and alcohol use. These guidelines are designed to protect the workplace for the safety of all employees, students and the general population.

Definition - Substance use/abuse refers to the use illegal drugs, legal drugs through possession or overuse either prescription over-the-counter, intoxicating beverages other mind altering substances.

Applications

• Students are responsible for knowing all local, state and national laws concerning substance use on MCC campuses, property controlled by MCC, or facilities leased by the college. No student who is under the influence of substances as defined above shall be allowed to attend class. Disciplinary action shall be initiated by recommendation of the instructor and with the approval of the campus executive officer.
• No student shall manufacture, distribute or possess such substances at the college or during hours of accountability. Disciplinary action shall be initiated by recommendation of the instructor and with the approval of the campus executive officer. 
• Violators of national, state or local laws concerning illegal drugs will be prosecuted and punished by the applicable court of law. The college reserves the right to discipline any student who violates such drug laws before, during or after the court of law proceedings.
• Compliance with the above guidelines is a condition of enrollment for all MCC students. 
• Students violating the policy are subject to a wide range of actions depending upon the nature of the violation. Those actions may include reprimand, probation or suspension. A student may also be required to satisfactorily complete a drug or alcohol rehabilitation program as a condition of his/her continued
  enrollment. The expense of this requirement will be the student’s responsibility.

Distribution - Every student will be provided a copy of these guidelines as part of the student handbook,
either in print or through the MCC Web site: www.mohave.edu/resources.

Emergency Procedures - In the event of an emergency, please follow the instructions of MCC faculty and staff. Students may be asked to vacate buildings and go to a position at least 25 feet from the building. Emergency evacuation routes are posted in each building. Your cooperation in making a rapid, orderly exit will be appreciated. Do not use window exits unless the doorway exit is inaccessible. In any life threatening situation immediately dial 9-1-1.

• After completing your 9-1-1 call, notify the campus switchboard of the emergency by dialing 0. 
• For more information, see the Campus Emergency Procedures posted on each campus.

Equal Opportunity Policy Statement - Mohave Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, color, race, religious preference, age, disability, national origin, or any other legally protected class in any of its policies, practices, and procedures, and it is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. For more information, call the Human Resources Office at 928.757.0835, 1971 Jagerson Ave.,Kingman, AZ 86409. Grievance procedures are available at the Mohave Community College libraries in Bullhead City, Colorado City, Kingman and Lake Havasu City.

Faculty Availability - Mohave Community College faculty are accessible to students during non-class hours. Resident faculty maintain office hours during which they are available to confer with individual students. Associate faculty are available by appointment.

Hope Scholarship Tax Credit - Taxpayers may be eligible to claim a non-refundable Tax. Taxpayers who want to claim the credit must meet certain requirements (See information in Federal Tax Guide). The Hope Scholarship may be claimed by taxpayers who pay registration/tuition and other fees for attending college on a half-time basis or more. 
This credit is designed to offset tuition costs incurred during the first two years of college. The credit may be reduced by financial aid awards including Pell grants, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants and institutional waivers, grants, scholarships and other forms of tax-free educational assistance. Any student enrolled in classes for credit at Mohave Community College will receive a 1098-T form. MCC strongly encourages students to seek professional advice regarding eligibility for this tax credit.

Housing - Mohave Community College does not have dormitories; therefore, out-of-town students will need to make their own arrangements for housing.

Infectious Disease Policies - A copy of the complete Blood-Borne Pathogens policy guidelines is available in each campus library. The exposure of any person at Mohave Community College to an infectious disease, infectious waste materials, or blood-borne pathogens must be reported immediately to the campus executive officer.

Notice of Nondiscrimination - Mohave Community College practices the philosophy of equal employment and educational opportunities. Mohave Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious preference, national origin, sex or disability in its programs and activities.

Parking for Persons with Disabilities - Certain parking spaces on all MCC campuses, marked with the international symbol of accessibility, are designated for those people with documented physical disabilities. Only those vehicles displaying the appropriate identification/placard as designated by Arizona State law or the state in which the vehicle is registered may park in spaces designated for persons with disabilities. Mohave Community College follows the Arizona State Revised Statute 28-884. (See any MCC library for a complete accounting of this and other Arizona State Statutes.) Exception: Any person who is chauffeuring a person with a physical disability shall be allowed, without the disability identification/placard, to park momentarily in any space designated for persons with disabilities, for the purpose of loading or unloading such person with a disability.

Safety on Campus - MCC is proud of its reputation as a “safe place to be.” Safety requires constant vigilance by the college, students, staff and all those using college facilities or resources. MCC asks all students to observe the following:

• Always be aware of your surroundings. 
• Park in designated, lighted college parking areas. 
• When walking to or through a parking lot at night, go in a group or with at least one other person. 
• Make sure friends have started their cars before you leave the lot, especially late at night.
• Always lock your car when you leave it and check inside before you get back in. 
• Don’t leave personal belongings in your car. 
• When walking between buildings, use walkways.
• Don’t flash your cash.
• Don’t leave your purse or other belongingsunattended. 
• Do not hesitate to report unusual behavior or circumstances to an instructor or to the campus information desk. 

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires MCC to disclose statistics on crime committed on and near its campuses for the previous three years. You can obtain a copy of this report by accessing the following website: Safety on Campus or by contacting the office of institutional effectiveness. Students and employees witnessing crimes or who are victimized in the commission of a crime are strongly encouraged to report all such actions to appropriate local law enforcement agencies and the campus executive officer.

Service/Working Animals - A Service Animal is defined by the ADA as any guide dog, signal dog or other animal individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability and assist its owner in one or more daily living tasks as defined in Arizona State Statute 11-1024. The animal must be sufficiently conditioned to be of no danger to the health, welfare and safety of the general public and the MCC community. Owners of Service Animals are liable for any damages done to MCC facilities by their animal and for any violations of state law regarding their animal. Students using Service Animals on any Mohave Community College campus are required to provide to the director of disability services documentation regarding the disability and the assistance provided by the service animal. MCC requests that this information be provided before the animal is used as a service animal on any of its campuses. See any MCC library for the complete information regarding Service Animals and State of Arizona statutes and United States’ laws. Service Animals may be unrestrained when they are in use by and under the control of persons with
disabilities or law enforcement partners. Service Animals are permitted inside Mohave Community College buildings.

Sexual Harassment - The college is committed to creating and maintaining an educational environment in which students and employees can work and learn together and which is free of objectionable behavior of a sexual nature. MCC will take whatever action is needed to prevent, correct and, if necessary, discipline persons whose behavior
violates this policy.

Smoke-Free Environment - Mohave Community College provides a smoke-free environment in accordance with state guidelines.

Solicitation - Outside vendors must have written approval fromthe campus executive officer before soliciting on any MCC campus.

Student Club Guidelines - Students who remember their college days the most are those students who were involved in activities outside the classroom. In addition to a number of campus organizations and clubs, many activities are scheduled specifically for students each semester. Be sure to watch for notices of what is happening on your
campus or check the Web site at www.mohave.edu.

Privileges of a Chartered Organization

• Use of the college name
• Recruitment of their members on the campuses. 
• Opportunity to hold social functions on the campuses.
• Use of the college grounds, facilities and equipment.
• Use of the student centers for meetings and social events. 
• Advertisements of the organization’s activities on the campuses.
• Help from college staff in planning, starting and determining the organization’s function. 

How to Start a Club

• Contact the director of student services. 
• Find at least five other currently enrolled students who are also interested in becoming a charter member of the club.
• Find a full-time employee at the college who will act as the club’s advisor. 
• Write a constitution for the club. 
• Submit the constitution to the director of student services for approval.

Club and Organization Responsibilities

• Discrimination in determining club membership on the basis of age, creed, color, race, sex, religion, national origin or disability is strictly prohibited. 
• Limit membership in the organization to the students, faculty, alumni and MCC staff. 
• Keep the name of the college in good standing in all functions and actions. O
• Obtain approval from the campus executive officer for all student functions.
• Plan no function where intoxicants or illegalsubstances are sold or used. 
• Obtain funds for student-sponsored functions by requesting student life funds and by sponsoring money-making projects.

Fund Raising Policy

• •All fundraising activities of student clubs/organizations must be approved by the vice chancellor of administration. The fundraising form can be found in the Leadership Handbook which is located online at the MCC Web site. 
• The club advisor will arrange for a formal accounting of funds to the business office.
• Any solicitation of prizes from vendors outside the college must be approved by the club advisor and accompanied by a letter signed by the club advisor.

Student Club Travel Guidelines

• All clubs are to follow the MCC travel procedures. 
• An advisor must always be present with the club and responsible for travel arrangements, driving
  assignments and club activities.
• Club members may use their own vehicle on condition a liability waiver is signed by the club members and submitted to the business office prior to travel. When a private vehicle is used, the driver’s personal automobile insurance provides primary coverage. Prior to the use of a personal vehicle, proof of insurance must be provided to the college business office.

Student Code of Conduct - As members of the Mohave Community College community, students are expected to be responsible, to assist others in accepting their responsibilities and to make their community, in some way, a better place. Self-responsibility entails respect for individuals and their rights, eliminating blame, acknowledging mistakes and working toward constructive change while challenging injustice and unethical acts of others. The rules and regulations in this code are to be followed by all MCC students, as well as, all national, state and local laws. Any legal action against a student who violates national, state or local laws will not prevent MCC from taking further disciplinary action. Disciplinary action up to and including dismissal may be taken by MCC against any student for offenses which include but are not limited to:

• Threats or acts of violence against other persons. 
• Alcoholic beverages: Students are responsible for the knowledge of all community, state and federal laws pertaining to the use of alcoholic beverages. 
• Cheating and plagiarism: Dishonesty on assignments, examinations or other academic work is considered a serious offense at MCC. 
• Destruction of property: Destruction of college property or property belonging to individuals on college grounds. 
• Disorderly conduct. 
• Falsification of records: Any student who willingly falsifies official records or documents is subject to
  immediate suspension or dismissal.
• Illegal drugs: Violators of national, state or local laws concerning illegal drugs will be prosecuted and punished by the applicable court of law. The college reserves the right to discipline any student who violates such drug laws before, during or after the court of law proceedings.
• Theft. Trespassing or loitering.
• Violation of national, state or local laws, ordinances or regulations.
• Weapons: The possession of weapons is prohibited on any MCC campus and MCC owned or controlled property.
• Personal hygiene affecting the ability of the student or others to learn or achieve satisfactory progress in the curriculum.
• Unwillingness to comply with class and/or college procedures.

Student E-mail - MCC students have MCC student e-mail accounts. Students will be assigned their student e-mail account after they have registered for classes and paid all tuition and fees. These e-mail accounts will give students access to up-to-date information throughout the semester (such as class schedules, special events, on-campus activities, etc.). Students are encouraged to use their MCC student e-mail account for all correspondence between them and faculty and other students. Please remember e-mail messages may be subject to public record inquiries.

Student Government/Organizations - One of the advantages of the community college is that students can play key roles on the campus. Students are encouraged to volunteer their assistance in fostering student activities. Participation in student government or organizations:

• Provides practical communication skills. 
• Enhances educational experience and identification with the college.
• Aids and encourages fellow students.
• Initiates growth and positive changes on campus.

Revised January 2008 - Student Information System - Campus Connect - MCC has implemented a new administrative computer system called EX Web to replace CampusConnect. From your Myhave Portal, click on the "EX WEB" tab across the top. It is next to the Angel tab. Our web page with details instructions are at this address http://www.mohave.edu/pages/1537.asp to read online.

• To access your account, log in to your Myhave student portal. The link to Myhave is at the bottom of all MCC web pages, or here. ---> Myhave
• Click on the "EX Web" tab (look for the tabs across the top, next to Bookstore, Calendar, etc.).
  • To login to EX Web Interface you will need your Mohave Student ID (six digit number given to you at registration) and your Personal Identification Number (PIN). Your PIN is set to match your birth date (format: MMDDYY).  For example, if your birth date is February 12, 1979, your PIN will be 021279. 
• Important note: If you cannot log into EX Web Interface with your birth date, the system might not have the data yet from registration; try using 010100 as your PIN, instead.
• If you are still having trouble logging in, call the TSS Help Desk directly at 1.866.749.8239 (toll free). More Help Desk information is available at this page. ---> Help Desk 

Student Problem Resolution Process - A student wishing to register a problem should contact the campus director of student services for assistance in navigating this process. This process must be followed as outlined. Please note that most issues are resolved before reaching Level 2.

For Non-Grade Related Incidents

• Level 1 - Informal problem resolution process -Within thirty (30) working days of the alleged incident, the student must contact the appropriate division chair, director or college dean who will answer questions and concerns and/or offer a resolution to the problem.
• Level 2 - Formal problem resolution process -Within thirty (30) working days of the Level 1 resolution being offered, a student wishing further action on the incident must complete and return a problem resolution form. This form is available in the office of the director of student services and must be returned to the director of student services. The director of student services will forward a copy of the problem resolution to the respondent (person with whom the student has the problem) and the appropriate division chair, director or college dean. The student must keep a copy of his/her completed complaint form.

• Within ten (10) working days of the receipt of the written complaint, the division chair, director or
  college dean will work with all parties involved to resolve the problem. Any or all of the parties involved may have a representative with them during any discussions.

• Level 3 – Appeal to campus executive officer - Within ten (10) working days of the Level 2 resolution being offered, a student wishing further action on the incident must submit a copy of his/her completed problem resolution form to the campus executive officer. If the student has misplaced his/her copy of the form, he/she must again fill out the problem resolution form.

• Within twenty (20) working days of receipt of the problem resolution form, the campus executive officer will conduct an investigation of the unresolved incident and inform in writing the student, person with whom the student has the problem, appropriate division chair, college dean, program director and vice chancellor of instruction and student services the results of this investigation. The campus executive officer may recommend one or more of the following actions: Offer a resolution to the complaint; Dismiss the complaint; Take appropriate action. 

• Level 4 – appeal to the vice chancellor of instruction and student services - Within five (5) working days of the Level 3 resolution being offered, a student wishing further action on the incident must submit a copy of his/hercompleted problem resolution form, a copy of the campus executive officer’s recommendation and any supporting documentation to the vice chancellor of instruction and student services. Within five (5) working days of receipt of the appeal, the vice chancellor will send a written notice of the final decision to the student, person with whom the student has the problem, appropriate division chair, college dean, program director and the campus executive officer. All records regarding decisions and actions taken regarding the problem will be housed with the vice chancellor of instruction and student services. NOTE: Any time limit herein may be extended student. Timelines may be further modified by mutual agreement.

For Grade Review Process

• Level 1- Informal problem resolution process - A student must challenge a class grade within 90 days of the conclusion of the class by contacting the instructor of the class. The instructor will answer questions and concerns and/or offer a resolution to the grade challenge.
• Level 2 – Formal problem resolution process - Within seven (7) working days of the Level 1 resolution offer, a student wishing further action on the incident must complete and return a problem resolution form.
• This form is available in the office of the director of student services and must be returned along with any documentation that supports the complaint to the director of student services. The director of student services will forward a copy of the problem resolution to the instructor and the appropriate division chair. The student must keep a copy of his/her completed complaint form.Within fourteen (14) working days of receipt of the problem resolution form, a Mediation Hearing Committee composed of the student, the instructor and the instructor’s division chair, who serves as chair of the committee, will convene. Any or all parties may have an on-campus representative with them during any discussions. Meetings of the Mediation Hearing Committee are closed to observers. At this meeting the student and the instructor will resolve the issue or the division chair will decide if the grade complaint is valid and what action should be taken. Note: In cases where the instructor cannot be contacted by registered mail the division chair, the campus executive officer and the registrar may certify grade changes. Within seven (7) working days of the meeting date the division chair will, in writing, inform the student and the instructor of his/her decision.
• Level 3 – Appeal to campus executive officer - Within seven (7) working days of the Level 2 resolution offer, a student wishing further action on the incident must submit a copy his/her completed problem resolution form, a copy of the division chair’s recommendation and any supporting documentation to the campus executive officer. Within fourteen working days of receipt of the appeal the campus executive officer will conduct an investigation. The student, the instructor, the division chair and the vice chancellor of instruction and student services will be informed of the results of this investigation in writing.
• Level 4 – Appeal to vice chancellor of instruction and student services - Within five (5) working days, the vice chancellor of instruction and student services will automatically review the campus executive officer’s decision. The vice chancellor may uphold, reverse or modify the recommendation. The decision of the vice chancellor ofinstruction and student services is final. All records regarding decisions and actions taken regarding the complaint will be housed with the vice chancellor of instruction and student services. Note: semester breaks, vacations, etc. may affect the resolution timeline.

Student Right to Know Act - The Student Right to Know Act has been in effect since July of 2000. It requires institutions that receive Title IV funding to disclose certain information, including institutional graduation rates, athlete graduation rates, financial assistance awarded and crime statistics. At MCC, graduation rate, crime statistics and financial assistance award information is available from the office of institutional effectiveness.

Use of Electronic Devices - The following applies to all devises used for communication --cell phones, blackberries, MP3s, iPods, and other such portable devices, including those with text messaging capability -and has been designed to limit interruptions and distractions in an educational setting. MCC understands that many students carry and use cell phones, especially for emergency purposes. MCC encourages all students and faculty, to turn their cell phones off during class time. Those students who feel that they need to be available for emergency calls should change their phone setting to vibrate and should only answer calls that could be possible emergency situations. If a student is aware of a developing situation, he/she is strongly encouraged to notify the instructor before a class begins. If a student feels they must answer the phone because of a possible emergency, the student must take the call outside the room and return as soon as he/she knows it is not an emergency. It is the student’s responsibility to obtain notes from a peer on material they may have missed. The use of cell phones and all other electronic devices during testing situations is strictly prohibited. Arrangements should be made to have another family member or an emergency contact person available.

Visitor Expectations - All individuals, whether currently enrolled or not, must abide by the College Code of Conduct, rules and regulations while on or using any college property, equipment or attending any college related function.

Weapons Policy - As defined in ARS §13-3102 A1, A2 and A10, all persons on Mohave Community College property are prohibited from carrying weapons or simulated weapons, represented by the person in possession of the simulated weapon to be a weapon, with or without a permit, on their person or in their vehicles or concealed within their immediate control. Those items include, but are not limited to: all firearms, sheath knives, boot knives, swords, pocket or folding knives with a blade length greater than three (3) inches, crossbows, long bows, compound bows, sling shots, any instrument under the circumstances of use that could cause death or serious injury, nunchakus, throwing stars, darts, throwing knives and related martial arts weapons, explosives, explosive devices, ammunition and ammunition components. Persons excluded from this policy: 

• Any certified peace officer currently employed by a law enforcement agency.
• Any person possessing a weapon for education demonstration proposes. 

College Terminology

The following glossary of terms will help you with some of the basics of college terminology. If you have any questions about other terms that are unfamiliar, don’t hesitate to ask your director of student services.

• Academic Load - Lecture-type classes routinely require two to three hours of outside work for each hour spent in class. To ensure that students have every opportunity for success in courses undertaken, academic loads are controlled. The MCC full-time academic load is defined as 12-16 credit hours per semester. Students may enroll for up to 18 credit hours per semester without special permission. Enrollment in excess of 18 credits requires the campus executive officer’s approval.
• Academic Year - An academic year is divided into a fall semester, spring semester and a summer session.
• Add/Drop - A period, after courses begin, in which students may add or drop a class in their schedule. Dropped classes do not appear on your transcript. For details see the college catalog.
• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) - A degree designed for students in technical programs which prepares them for the job market.
• Associate of Arts (AA) - A degree designed for students who wish to transfer to a college or university to earn a bachelor of arts degree.
• Associate of Business (ABus) - A degree designed for students who wish to transfer to a college or university to earn a bachelor’s degree in business.
• Associate of Science (AS) - A degree designed for students who wish to transfer to a college or university to earn a bachelor of science degree.
• Certificates - Awarded to students who successfully complete a specified group of courses in an approved program of instruction with no less than a “C” average (2.00 GPA).
• Credit Hours - Awarded to a course based on the amount of time necessary to complete the class material.
• Degrees - MCC confers associate degrees to students who successfully complete 60 or more 100- and 200-level credit hours in an approved program of instruction with no less than a “C” average (2.00 GPA).
• Dismissal (Academic) - The written notification from the registrar that the student has been dismissed from MCC for one semester on the basis of his/her academic record. For details see the college catalog.
• Electives - Electives are additional courses that may be required in a program of study. Often a student is given some flexibility in choosing these electives.
• Full-time Student - A student enrolled for 12 or more semester hours.
• General Education Courses - Courses required for all degrees; examples include classes such as English, mathematics, sciences, social and behavioral science, languages, etc.
• Good Academic Standing - To maintain good academic standing a student must have a GPA of at least 2.0.
• Grades - At the end of a class, grades will be awarded and recorded in your permanent educational record (i.e., the transcript).
• Grade Point Average (GPA) - A measurement of a student’s academic achievement, calculated by dividing earned grade points by the divisor listed on the student’s transcript.
• Honors List -Part-time students who have accumulated 12 or more semester hours of 100-level or above course work at MCC may be eligible for honors list. To qualify for the list, students must have completed, in the semester under consideration, a minimum of six credits in courses numbered 100 or above, with a GPA of 3.5 or better. For details see the college catalog.
• Identifying a Course - Courses are identified by a prefix and a numeric code that indicates the difficulty level of the course. As an example: CIS 110 – Introduction to Computer Information Systems (CIS is the letter code forComputer Information Systems; 110 indicates the difficulty level of the course). Courses numbered in the 100 series are considered to be first-year courses and 200 series are considered to be second-year courses. Descriptions of all courses are listed in the course descriptions section of the college catalog.
• Major - The subject a students wishes to study, for example, business, computers, English, etc.
• Official Transcript - A student’s college record sent by the MCC office of the registrar at the student’s request to a college of his/her choice or a student’s previous college records sent by that institution to MCC. A hand delivered copy is “unofficial” even if it is in a sealed envelope.
• Part-time Student - A student enrolled for fewer than 12 semester hours. For details see the college catalog.
• Program of Study - The specific program a student follows. After choosing a specific degree or certificate type, a student will then choose the major within that degree or certificate. A program of study for each major choice is generally in the catalog and it gives a student a blueprint to follow. Examples of degrees or certificate majors include: AAS in nursing, AA with an emphasis in mathematics and a certificate in computer aided drafting.
• Prerequisite - A requirement that must be satisfied before a student can enter a course. The prerequisite may be a previous course, specific experience, or specific scores on the assessment placement screening.
• President’s List - Students who have earned at least 12 semester hours in courses numbered 100 or above within the semester under consideration, with a semester grade point average of 3.5 or better, are eligible for the president’s list. For details see the college catalog.
• Probation (Academic) - Students who are identified as not having made satisfactory academic progress will be placed on academic probation. For details see the college catalog.
• Satisfactory Completion of a Course - A 100- or 200-level course is satisfactorily completed when a student earns the equivalent of a gradeof “C” or better. Satisfactory completion of a zero-level course occurs when a student receives a grade of “S”.
• Semester - Fall and spring semesters are 15 weeks.
• Summer Session - Summer session has five-week and eight-week courses running concurrently.
• Transcript - Official record of all classes for which a grade is received. A transcript includes withdrawals but excludes drops.
• Withdrawal period - A period in which students may withdraw from enrolled classes.
• Zero-Level Courses - Zero-level courses are pass/fail (S/U) graded courses and are not intended for college transfer. They do not count toward degree or certificate requirements and are not part of the grade point
  average calculation. For details see the college catalog.

The Mohave Community College governing board reserves the right to change or withdraw curriculum, policies, tuition or any other matters contained in this handbook without notice. www.mohave.edu www.mohave.edu 1.866.664.2832  

Revision: 5/6/08 kh