Catalog Scope and Limits, Policy statement of nondiscrimination, Statement of Values

Catalog

Scope & Limits
The course offerings and requirements of the college are continually under examination and revision. This catalog presents the offerings and requirements in effect at the time of publication, but there is no guarantee they will not be changed or revoked. However, adequate and reasonable notice will be given to students affected by any changes. This catalog is not intended to state contractual terms and does not constitute a contract between the student and the college.

The college reserves the right to make changes as required in course offerings, curricula, academic policies, and other rules and regulations affecting students, to be effective whenever determined by the college. The enrollment of all students is subject to these conditions. Current information may be obtained from the following sources: Admission Requirements-Student Services Center, Course Offerings-Department or Division offering the
course, Degree Requirements-Records Office, and Tuition-Business Office. Website: www.nscc.edu

Nashville State Community College provides the opportunity for students to increase their knowledge by providing programs of instruction in the various disciplines through faculty who are qualified for teaching at the college level. The acquisition and retention of knowledge by any student is, however, contingent upon the student's desire and ability to learn and upon application of appropriate study techniques to any course or program. Thus, Nashville State Community College must necessarily limit representation of student preparedness in any field of study to that competency demonstrated at that specific point in time at which appropriate academic measurements were taken to certify course or program completion.

Policy Statement of Nondiscrimination
Nashville State Community College does not discriminate in any form against students, employees, or applicants on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age, or disability. Nashville State Community College complies with nondiscrimination laws Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and the ADA.
This discriminatory policy and practice extends to coverall educational programs and activities conducted by Nashville State Community College. Procedures for filing grievances can be obtained from the college's Affirmative Action Officer.

Statement of Values
Policy on Sexual Orientation
It is the policy of Nashville State Community College that neither its students nor its employees shall be discriminated against on the basis of those individuals' sexual orientation. Such a policy helps ensure that only relevant factors are considered and that equitable and consistent standard of conduct and performance will be applied.
A student who has an academic complaint involving discrimination based on his or her
sexual orientation should contact the Office of the Dean of Students. Any individual who has an employment discrimination complaint based upon his or her sexual orientation should contact the College's EEO/AA Compliance Officer.

Catalog Scope and Limits
The course offerings and requirements of the college are continually under examination and revision. This catalog presents the offerings and requirements in effect at the time of publication, but there is no guarantee they will not be changed or revoked. However, adequate and reasonable notice will be given to students affected by any changes. This catalog is not intended to state contractual terms and does not constitute a contract between the student and the college.

The college reserves the right to make changes as required in course offerings, curricula, academic policies, and other rules and regulations affecting students, to be effective whenever determined by the college. The enrollment of all students is subject to these conditions. Current information may be obtained from the following sources: Admission Requirements-Student Services Center, Course Offerings-Department or Division Offering the Course, Degree Requirements-Records Office and Tuition-Business Office.

College Liability
Nashville State Community College is not responsible for bodily harm and/or death to participants in any voluntary organizations or activities, including activities in which risk is incurred. Nashville State Community College, as an agency of the State of Tennessee, is not liable for claims resulting from injury and/or death incurred in such participation. Members of college faculty and staff may not be held liable unless personal negligence occurs.

Rights and Responsibilities of Nashville State Community College
he college shall have such rights and responsibilities as are necessary and desirable for the college to achieve its purposes. The Tennessee Board of Regents specifically confirms the following rights to the college:
1. To establish regulations concerning the use and abuse of college property and to assess students with claims of damage of such abuse.
2. To withhold grades and transcripts of credit until all claims have been paid.
3. To dismiss, in the absence of specific regulations, any student, at any time, for cause deemed by the college to be in the best interest of the student's emotional or physical safety or the well-being of the college community.
4. To establish standards of conduct and manners on the campus within range of convention of good taste.
5. To establish traffic regulations on campus, provide for registration of all vehicles using the campus, and enforce such regulations as established.
6. To supervise the scheduling of meetings and activities of student organizations.

This list is not all-inclusive and in no way limits the rights, responsibilities, and authority the college now has. It simply describes some of the rights, responsibilities, and authority which have been vested in it.

Student Right to Know Policy
Information about graduation rates of Nashville State Community College students is available from the Office of Institutional Research. The college complies with the Student-Right-to-Know legislation.

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		Catalog Scope & Limits The course offerings and requirements of the college are continually under examination and revision. This catalog presents the offerings and requirements in effect at the time of publication, but there is no guarantee they will not be changed or revoked. However, adequate and reasonable notice will be given to students affected by any changes. This catalog is not intended to state contractual terms and does not constitute a contract between the student and the college. The college reserves the right to make changes as required in course offerings, curricula, academic policies, and other rules and regulations affecting students, to be effective whenever determined by the college. The enrollment of all students is subject to these conditions. Current information may be obtained from the following sources: Admission Requirements-Student Services Center, Course Offerings-Department or Division offering the course, Degree Requirements-Records Office, and Tuition-Business Office. Website: www.nscc.edu Nashville State Community College provides the opportunity for students to increase their knowledge by providing programs of instruction in the various disciplines through faculty who are qualified for teaching at the college level. The acquisition and retention of knowledge by any student is, however, contingent upon the student's desire and ability to learn and upon application of appropriate study techniques to any course or program. Thus, Nashville State Community College must necessarily limit representation of student preparedness in any field of study to that competency demonstrated at that specific point in time at which appropriate academic measurements were taken to certify course or program completion. Policy Statement of Nondiscrimination Nashville State Community College does not discriminate in any form against students, employees, or applicants on the basis of race, sex, national origin, religion, age, or disability. Nashville State Community College complies with nondiscrimination laws Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, and the ADA. This discriminatory policy and practice extends to coverall educational programs and activities conducted by Nashville State Community College. Procedures for filing grievances can be obtained from the college's Affirmative Action Officer. Statement of Values Policy on Sexual Orientation It is the policy of Nashville State Community College that neither its students nor its employees shall be discriminated against on the basis of those individuals' sexual orientation. Such a policy helps ensure that only relevant factors are considered and that equitable and consistent standard of conduct and performance will be applied. A student who has an academic complaint involving discrimination based on his or her sexual orientation should contact the Office of the Dean of Students. Any individual who has an employment discrimination complaint based upon his or her sexual orientation should contact the College's EEO/AA Compliance Officer. Catalog Scope and Limits The course offerings and requirements of the college are continually under examination and revision. This catalog presents the offerings and requirements in effect at the time of publication, but there is no guarantee they will not be changed or revoked. However, adequate and reasonable notice will be given to students affected by any changes. This catalog is not intended to state contractual terms and does not constitute a contract between the student and the college. The college reserves the right to make changes as required in course offerings, curricula, academic policies, and other rules and regulations affecting students, to be effective whenever determined by the college. The enrollment of all students is subject to these conditions. Current information may be obtained from the following sources: Admission Requirements-Student Services Center, Course Offerings-Department or Division Offering the Course, Degree Requirements-Records Office and Tuition-Business Office. College Liability Nashville State Community College is not responsible for bodily harm and/or death to participants in any voluntary organizations or activities, including activities in which risk is incurred. Nashville State Community College, as an agency of the State of Tennessee, is not liable for claims resulting from injury and/or death incurred in such participation. Members of college faculty and staff may not be held liable unless personal negligence occurs. Rights and Responsibilities of Nashville State Community College he college shall have such rights and responsibilities as are necessary and desirable for the college to achieve its purposes. The Tennessee Board of Regents specifically confirms the following rights to the college: 1. To establish regulations concerning the use and abuse of college property and to assess students with claims of damage of such abuse. 2. To withhold grades and transcripts of credit until all claims have been paid. 3. To dismiss, in the absence of specific regulations, any student, at any time, for cause deemed by the college to be in the best interest of the student's emotional or physical safety or the well-being of the college community. 4. To establish standards of conduct and manners on the campus within range of convention of good taste. 5. To establish traffic regulations on campus, provide for registration of all vehicles using the campus, and enforce such regulations as established. 6. To supervise the scheduling of meetings and activities of student organizations. This list is not all-inclusive and in no way limits the rights, responsibilities, and authority the college now has. It simply describes some of the rights, responsibilities, and authority which have been vested in it. Student Right to Know Policy Information about graduation rates of Nashville State Community College students is available from the Office of Institutional Research. The college complies with the Student-Right-to-Know legislation. [Return to Table of Contents]