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Agreement with The Student Policy and Statement of Beliefs
Each student will be required to sign a statement of agreement on the application form indicating that they have read the section entitled "Student Code of Conduct," the "STUDENT RIGHTS & GRIEVANCES," and that the student is in entire agreement.
While enrolled as a full-time or part-time student at Joshua Bible College (JBC), students shall have the following rights:
1. To cancel their enrollment and receive a full refund of the tuition and fees paid (less non-refundable application fee) if notice of cancellation is given before the deadline stated in the school enrollment form.
2. To receive quality instruction provided by the faculty meeting the educational and experiential requirements mandated by the within a climate conducive to thinking and learning, distinguished by courtesy, respect, and consideration for students' dignity and their rights as persons.
3. To withdraw at any time and receive a refund for the part of the course not taken in compliance with the applicable agreement and regulations concerning tuition and fees refund.
4. To obtain factual information concerning JBC's educational programs.
5. To receive advice from the JBC's faculty or other qualified personnel regarding students' academic, financial, or placement concerns.
6. To inspect students' educational records during the designated hours and, if errors are detected, demand correction.
7. A right to due process in any proceeding involving the possibility of substantial sanctions on their rights as students. This due process includes the right to be heard, a right of notification of charges brought against them, and the right to ask for a hearing by impartial persons if not satisfied with disciplinary action taken. Grievance policies and processes are described below in this document.
8. To be given reasonable notice of course requirements, criteria, and evaluation methods and be granted without prejudice or favoritism.
9. To be free from illegal discrimination and harassment, including sexual harassment. (The College prohibits prejudicial treatment or discrimination due to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, or disability.)
10. Subject to the rules and regulations of the State of Montana and the United States, students have a right to the confidentiality of their personally identifiable information and records and the confidentiality of other information, including student's personal history and evaluation documents, and disability information.
11. Student Records. JBC shall not release student information to any party unless requested in writing with approval from the student. Public information that cannot be restricted includes a student's name, enrollment status, certificates and/or degrees, and dates of attendance.
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Students have the right to appeal decisions that affect them. Joshua Bible College seeks to establish policies and implement practices that minimize the need for any person to report any type of grievance. However, these policies and processes are established, recognizing that it is impossible to establish or administrate policies and procedures that serve all students in ways they perceive as equitable.
Objectives:
1. The student shall be treated respectfully throughout all grievance processes.
2. The matter shall be resolved as quickly as possible, at the most accessible administrative level, with minimal disruption to educational progress and without negative consequences for any party.
3. The filing of a grievance should not, by itself, delay the fulfillment of a JBC student's academic goals or bias JBC against that student.
4. The processes shall lead to an outcome that is fair to all parties.
5. The outcome shall be within the mission of the Institution and without dilution of its educational standards and not diminish the student's educational experience.
Processes for Resolution
General Guidelines:
1. Recognizing that the root of many grievances is lack of information, upon considering filing a grievance, the student is urged to immediately review relevant requirements and expectations by consulting the course syllabus.
2. When voice communication with a faculty member or JBC employee is available, it should be used first. Voice communication may be used during Informal or Formal Resolution, but only written communication shall be considered binding.
3. Time is of the essence. All complaints must be filed within 30 calendar days after the incident occurred. A response to the complaint must be filed within 15 working days. Timelines may be adjusted if there are compelling reasons for the delay.
Informal Resolution:
1. The student initiates written communication with the faculty member or JBC employee. This written communication is to include:
a. A clear description of the perceived irregularity or injustice.
b. The basis by which that judgment is made.
c. A proposed resolution.
2. The JBC party responds.
3. If the student is not satisfied with the response, the student may request a review of the pertinent communication by the JBC party's immediate administrative overseer, with a ruling by that person.
Attendance
All students are expected to attend all the classes for the subject(s) they are enrolled in. All students are expected to complete assignments in allotted time frames successfully, have consistent communication with professors and classmates, and have good standing with the finance department.
An unexcused absence will result in point reduction (see course syllabus). An exception to an unexcused absence rule may be made if the absences are due to acceptable reasons and if the student can satisfy the requirements for that subject (e.g., by completing additional assignments and/or fieldwork). Granting or refusing this privilege will be at the faculty mentor's discretion.
The College Director or Student Services Dean will counsel students failing to maintain satisfactory attendance and make every attempt to solve the problem. Continued unsatisfactory attendance will be sufficient grounds for dismissal. Re-admission may be permitted if the student can show the Dean that the problem has been overcome.
Assignments
Various assignments will be given to students, depending on the course enrollment. Assignments may take the form of essays, question tests, fieldwork, local church activities, etc. These are covered in the course syllabi and faculty mentor relationship.
Some assignments may be mandatory. Failure to complete assignments satisfactorily may forfeit all credits for that particular subject.
Some assignments may be optional or may affect only a stated percentage of the grade. (see course syllabus).
Satisfactory Academic Progress
The student is expected to complete courses within an allotted time. If the student does not complete course work in the allotted time, a grade of "I" is automatically issued until coursework is completed. Satisfactory Academic Progress is measured in terms of completed coursework and calculated by means of a Grade Point Average. The student must maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress by earning a GPA outside the range of Academic Probation (see below) or, after having earned the designation of Academic Probation, improved to a GPA outside of the stated probationary range. Further, students are contacted weekly via email by their instructors (whether or not assignments have been submitted) and regularly by telephone and postal mail by the Director of Student Services.
Academic Probation
After completing the first 12 credit hours of any degree program, the student must have a 2.00 cumulative GPA. Any student who falls below the cumulative grade-point average of 2.0 will be placed on academic probation. When a student begins to perform at the minimum or higher grade-point average, he/she will be taken off of academic probation.
Graduate students must maintain a grade-point average of 3.0.
Dismissal
The student may be recommended for dismissal in the event of a violation of the Student Code of Conduct, remaining in severe financial delinquency in breach of the Enrollment Agreement, or failing to meet Satisfactory Academic Progress. In the event of a recommended dismissal, the student should follow the Student Rights for purposes of appeal.
Differences
Students are not expected to agree with everything that will be taught within the various courses. Students are, however, expected to treat the views of the faculty members and fellow students with respect. If a disagreement arises about something being taught, the student should listen as openly as possible, giving due attention to anything that may be said.
In assignments, the student will be free to express their views, but at other times will be required to show an understanding of alternate viewpoints and express that differing opinion, even if it conflicts with the student's personal beliefs. The student needs to follow the instructions at all times in the preparation of assignments.
Questions
Students are encouraged to ask questions. Common courtesy dictates that a student should put their questions in writing to submit to the faculty mentor. Usually, the faculty mentor's response will need to be accepted (even if the answer is in conflict with the student's stand). Through continuing dialogue as part of the educational program, the student is encouraged to utilize the faculty mentor as a senior mentor to assist the student in developing fuller understanding, knowledge, and wisdom.
Non-Discrimination Policy
Joshua Bible College subscribes to the principles and laws of the State and the federal government about civil rights and equal opportunity, including Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972. Joshua Bible College policy prohibits discrimination based on race, sex, age, color, national or ethnic origin, marital status, or handicap in recruitment and admission of students, scholarship and loan programs, and in the operation of all college-administered programs, activities, and services.
JBC has designated the chairman of the board of regents as the arbitrator of non-discrimination issues. Any practices inconsistent with the JBC's non-discrimination policy, all evidence should be reported in writing to the arbitrator of non-discrimination. The arbitrator will evaluate the inconsistencies and take appropriate action. Should the complainant be dissatisfied with the resolution of the matter as determined by the arbitrator of non-discrimination issues, the complainant may submit a written report to the President of the College. The decision of the President in the matter shall be final.
Sexual Harassment Policy
JBC prohibits any form of sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is a form of sexual discrimination and is not permitted by TORAH and federal laws, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972. Any practices inconsistent with JBC policy should be reported in writing to the arbitrator of non-discrimination issues.
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