Dec 03, 2024  
2024-2025 Student Handbook 
    
2024-2025 Student Handbook

Residence Hall Rights, Responsibilities, Policies and Procedures



CMC students come from a wide variety of backgrounds, lifestyles, and cultures and may or may not have experience living in and sharing small community spaces. To assist in developing a community where all residents feel welcome and experience a sense of belonging and respect, we provide all students with clear expectations, policies, and procedures. A basis for a flourishing living and learning community involves all students demonstrating respect for authority, public and private property, and the rights and privileges of others.   

Resident Rights and Responsibilities

All residents have the right to:

  1. Feel safe and secure.
  2. Be their authentic selves.
  3. A reasonably clean and quiet living and learning environment.
  4. Equitable access to activities, events, and programs.
  5. Respectfully address another community member’s behavior when it infringes upon their rights.
  6. Mutually agreed upon privacy and equitable access in their assigned living space.
  7. Personal privacy, including freedom from entry by others who do not have authorization or permission to enter the room.

All residents have the responsibility to:

  1. Respect the rights and dignity of others.
  2. Know and follow all CMC and residence hall standards, policies, rules, and expectations.
  3. Comply with requests made by the Office of Residence Life staff and other CMC officials acting in the performance of their duties.
  4. Contribute positively to the community through individual choices, actions, and participation.
  5. Report violations of CMC standards and residence hall policies, rules, and expectations to the appropriate staff.        

Policies and Procedures

All students are expected to know and comply with the CMC standards, including policies and procedures found in the CMC Academic Catalog, this Student Handbook, Code of Student Conduct, and CMC Policies and Procedures. Residence hall students are also expected to know and comply with those in the Residence Life Housing and Food Service Agreement

All Student Rights and Responsibilities    

CMC Adjudication Procedures                

Residence Life Conduct Procedures

Conduct procedures are in place to address behaviors that violate community rules, policies, and expectations. Whenever possible, attempts will be made to correct a situation before it necessitates judicial action. However, if a resident fails to adjust their behavior, if the situation is a serious one, or if the resident’s behavior threatens the basic values or safety of the community, Residence Life staff will be required to document the incident. Local law enforcement agencies may be notified or summoned to campus for incidents involving violations of federal, state, or municipal laws.

You are encouraged to attempt to resolve minor situations before involving staff members, thereby eliminating the need for Residence Life staff to become involved. All staff and residents are urged to file incident reports when they have information pertinent to a situation or when a resident’s attempts to resolve a situation are unsuccessful.

General Adjudication Information

The Residence Hall Adjudication Process serves as a guide and may be modified based on individual situations. We always strive to keep the educational goals of the individual and the residence hall community in mind when assigning judicial sanctions.

Actions not explicitly listed in the Residence Hall Handbook but deemed inappropriate by community standards will be handled as a violation of the Residence Hall Adjudication Process. If actions are illegal or inappropriate in town, they are also inappropriate on campus. CMC has a zero-tolerance policy for illegal drugs or controlled substances.

Non-residents, whether students or not, must abide by CMC rules and regulations if they are on college property. If non-residents are present where violations occur, they may receive appropriate judicial sanctions or be turned over to the local authorities.

All parties will be held responsible for any violations of the residence hall regulations and may be subject to judicial action. It is the student’s responsibility to remove themselves from the room or report the regulation violation to prevent being held responsible for what is occurring in the room.

A frequent sanction is community service. This allows the student to give back to the community after violating a regulation. Failure to complete community service on time results in a mandatory fine of $15 per hour.

Multiple occurrences of a Class II or III violation could reclassify the offense for additional sanctions and escalate to a higher class.

Class I Violations

Drugs, marijuana/cannabis/THC, drug paraphernalia, weapons, firearms, explosives, setting off fireworks, tampering with or misuse of security/fire safety equipment, propping of outside doors, starting a fire, theft, vandalism, physical and verbal harassment, use of staff keys/cards, malicious pranks, verbal and sexual harassment, sexual assault, tampering with surveillance systems, harassment, possession of bulk alcohol, organizing a keg or other party, repeat alcohol violations, possession of residence hall or other CMC property without written permission of a CMC official, failure to comply or hazing.

Class I violations may result in any or all of the following sanctions:

  1. Expulsion from the College
  2. Immediate suspension from the residence hall - see the Residence Life and Food Service Agreement for more information
  3. Probationary period - further violations or failure to complete obligations may result in suspension
  4. Restriction from buildings on campus
  5. Required meeting with additional college staff/faculty
  6. Criminal prosecution
  7. Fines assessed
  8. Community service
  9. Other sanctions deemed appropriate  
Class II Violations

Alcohol, nicotine use in non-designated areas, wagering, cooking in room using an open coil burner, animals, moving residence hall furniture, pranks, building damage, fighting (verbal), working on automobiles, abandoning vehicles or auto parts on campus, possession or use of keys/cards assigned to another resident/student, unauthorized guests, alcoholic beverage containers (empty or full), possessing an incendiary device, incense/candles or non-compliance with staff requests.

Class II violations may result in any or all of the following sanctions:

  1. Probationary period - further violations or failure to complete obligations may result in suspension
  2. Written warning/discussion
  3. Restriction from buildings on campus
  4. Restriction from activities, clubs, and events
  5. Fines assessed
  6. Community Service
  7. Educational programming
  8. Confiscate items related to the violation
  9. Other sanctions deemed appropriate
Class III Violations

Violation of quiet/courtesy hours, littering, throwing/hanging objects from the building, roofs, and ledges, riding bicycles in the hallway, sports in the hall, or being in a restricted area.

Class III violations may result in any or all of the following sanctions:

  1. Written warning/discussion - continued problems/warnings will result in additional disciplinary actions
  2. Fines assessed
  3. Community service
  4. Educational programming
  5. Confiscate items related to the violation
  6. Other sanctions deemed appropriate

CMC and Residence Hall Standards of Conduct                       

Aiding and Abetting (CoC 24)  

A resident who aids or abets in violating any policy may be deemed as responsible as the person accountable and may be subject to the same sanctions. Residents who anticipate or observe a violation of the Code of Conduct are expected to remove themselves from association or participation and are encouraged to report the violation.

College Staff Requests (CoC 16 and 22)  

All residents confronted for possible violations will be asked to present their CMC ID or other State/Federal issued photo ID. Residents are expected to comply with all reasonable requests made by Residence Life staff to create an academic environment in the residence hall and maximize the residential experience for all residents. Failure to comply with requests will result in a non-compliance violation. Verbally threatening (cursing, yelling, talking beyond a normal tone, etc.), not allowing staff to finish their sentences, leaving in the middle of a conversation, abusing, insolent, harassing staff, or other disruptive behavior will not be tolerated.

Students are expected to comply with requests and directives given by staff, which includes attendance at scheduled meetings.

Furnishing False Information (CoC 22)  

Supplying false information, refusing to identify oneself, or refusing to produce identification to any CMC staff will not be tolerated. Residents are expected to comply with all reasonable requests made by Residence Life staff to create an academic environment in the residence hall and maximize the residential experience for all residents.

Disruption of College Activities (CoC 3)  

Interrupting or disturbing the College’s day-to-day academic and operational functions or committing intentional acts that obstruct, disrupt, or physically interfere with the use of college premises, buildings, or passages is prohibited.

Firearms, Explosives, and Other Weapons (CoC 12)  

Residents are not permitted to have weapons or devices that resemble or could reasonably be mistaken for weapons on campus.

Possession of firearms (including, but not limited to, B-B, pellet, or paint guns), fireworks (cherry bombs, bottle rockets, firecrackers, etc.), and other explosives, knives, bows, brass knuckles, arrows, and slingshots are prohibited on all college premises. The use of any object to cause, or to attempt to cause, either injury to a person or damage to property is prohibited.

The possession or use of fireworks violates city, state, and federal law and college regulations. The discharge of firearms and explosives is restricted by municipal code.

The possession or use of a knife three inches in length or over, or one with a blade that is automatically projected from the handle, is prohibited.

Pepper spray is a defensive device used to temporarily stop a threat and allow the user to escape physical harm from their assailant. Usage of pepper spray for any other reason is prohibited.

Physical and Verbal Harassment (CoC 5)  

Harassment can be physical and verbal. Physical acts, such as physical intimidation, unwelcome touching, defacing or damaging property, interference with freedom of movement, and other forms of physical behavior towards any individual on the CMC premises, may constitute harassment and will not be tolerated on any level.

Unwelcome physical conduct can include but is not limited to scratching, pushing, shoving, tripping, kicking, punching, slapping, physically restraining, and throwing things at another person.

Verbal harassment may include threatening and intimidating language towards another person and direct or implied threats that cause reasonable fear of injury to the health and safety of another person or property.

Bullying

Bullying is defined as the aggressive, hostile, and repetitive conduct by words or actions of an individual or group of individuals that are intended to humiliate, degrade, demean, intimidate, and/or threaten another individual or group of individuals. Bullying includes actions toward others to hurt, degrade, and undermine the individual, resulting in feelings of fear and/or undermining a person’s dignity. Bullying conduct of any form, including verbal, social, physical, and electronic (cyber), is prohibited at CMC.

Pranks and Hazing

Pranks usually start harmlessly but often escalate into serious violations. As community members, residents are expected to make choices that eliminate the potential for harm to others or damage to college property. Pranks such as water fights, squirt guns, phone calls, jamming doors to resident rooms, or any other activity that disrupts the community, presents a fire/safety hazard, or damages property are prohibited in the residence hall.

Hazing is not tolerated on-campus or off-campus and is a crime in Colorado. Committing any intentional, knowing, or reckless act, by one person alone or acting with others, directed against a student that endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a student for pledging, being initiated into, affiliating with, holding office in or maintaining membership in any organization or athletic team whose members are or include students at an educational institution is not allowed. A person commits an offense if the person engages in hazing and fails to report said knowledge to college staff. It should be noted that it is not a defense to the prosecution of an offense that the person against whom the hazing was directed consented to or acquiesced in the hazing activity.

Technology Guidelines, Responsibilities, and Online Solicitation (CoC 2)   

CMC has a Computer and Telecommunications Policy and Appropriate Use of Technology Statement. Residents should be aware that accessing offensive material, harassing others, downloading large files, and copyright infringement could result in judicial action and impact the entire college community.

CMC does not allow any wireless access points to be connected to the network except those installed or managed by CMC Information Technology Services. This restriction includes, but is not limited to, cable modem wireless routers, access points, bridges, or repeaters. Most wireless networking devices operate within non-licensed portions of the radio frequency. In a confined environment, the radio frequency must be managed; thus, user access points must be prohibited. In order to respect resident and community privacy, safety, and security, online solicitation (influencing, selling, advertising, pornography, etc.) is not permitted within the residence hall.

Cyberbullying

Engaging in any form of harassment over the Internet is commonly referred to as cyberbullying. Cyberbullying includes but is not limited to the following misuses of technology: harassing, teasing, intimidating, or threatening another person by sending or posting inappropriate and hurtful email messages, instant messages, text messages, digital pictures or images, or Website postings, including blogs and social network systems.

Substance Abuse (CoC 15)  

Use of Nicotine Products

The residence halls are a tobacco-free environment, including all resident rooms and public areas.

Colorado State law prohibits smoking in any public area in the residence hall. Public areas are defined as rooms or hallways designed for the common use of all residents (e.g., the Multipurpose room, study or TV lounges, public restrooms, hallways, stairways, laundry rooms, etc.). Smoking may only occur in designated smoking shelters, not on/in parking lots or sidewalks. Trash and waste need to be disposed of in appropriate receptacles. NO smoking on sidewalks.

Hookahs are not permitted on campus.

E-cigarettes and vaporizers are prohibited in the building and are prohibited from being used on campus. See the Fire Hazards  section.

These policies resulted from health concerns and excessive damage to the residence hall furnishings resulting from tobacco use.

Smokeless/spit tobacco products are regulated in the same manner as smoking and may not be used outside the designated areas.

Alcohol

All individuals on college premises are not allowed to possess, consume, manufacture, distribute, exchange, or sell any alcoholic beverages. It is unlawful for those of legal age to sell or furnish alcohol to individuals under 21 years of age. The term “college premises” includes all land, buildings, facilities, parking lots, and other property owned, used, or controlled by CMC.

Alcohol-related behavior, such as disruptive conduct or noticeable intoxication, in the building or on campus property is prohibited regardless of whether the individuals engaged in alcohol activity on or off campus.

Residents found in rooms where alcohol or alcohol paraphernalia is present will be held responsible for a violation of the Code of Conduct. Residents located in rooms where others are consuming alcohol have the responsibility to report or remove themselves from the room.

When Residence Life staff have reasonable evidence that alcohol is being used or present in a room, they will be expected to contact the room’s occupants, diffuse the situation, and document the incident for review by a Code of Conduct Officer. If staff members become aware of any physical evidence of alcohol or have “sufficient reason” to believe that a policy violation is occurring or has occurred, the room may be searched, and items will be confiscated.

Empty/full or keepsake alcohol containers, fake IDs, or other alcohol paraphernalia (e.g., alcohol packaging, steins, shot glasses, etc.) are prohibited on college premises. Items will be confiscated and will not be returned. Law enforcement may be contacted.

Host Clause: Should you choose to host an event in your room where an alcohol violation occurs, you will be held to a higher level of accountability.

Serving Equivalency: Fines for alcohol are based on serving equivalency per container, full or empty. Each serving equivalency will be charged at the rate of $10 per serving (e.g., 1.5 oz hard liquor, 5 oz wine, 12 oz beer) for the involved individuals and/or host.

If a resident is found to violate the alcohol policy, they may be subject to any of the following sanctions:

  • First offense: $25 fine, Serving Equivalency fine, online educational courses (plus course fee), community service, probation and/or other sanctions outlined under Class II violations
  • Second offense: $50 fine, Serving Equivalency fine and/or other sanctions outlined under Class I or Class II violations - probable suspension from the residence hall

Illegal Drugs / Controlled Substances

The Residence Life staff supports enforcing the State of Colorado laws, Federal laws, and CMC policy on controlled substances. CMC staff are required to respond to and report any drug-related activity on the College premises. The term “college premises” includes all land, buildings, facilities, parking lots, and other property owned, used, or controlled by CMC.

All individuals on college premises are not allowed to possess, use, manufacture, cultivate, distribute, or sell drugs, narcotics, or controlled substances in violation of state and federal law and CMC policy. CMC is not able to accommodate medical marijuana/cannabis/THC cards.

Marijuana/cannabis/THC: Under the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act, Colorado Mountain College is required to maintain a drug-free community to receive federal education funding. At the federal level, Marijuana/cannabis/THC, in all forms, remains an illicit drug and is prohibited from being possessed, consumed, distributed, or produced on campus.

The intent of defining marijuana/cannabis/THC within the policy is to recognize the unique context of its use. Marijuana/cannabis/THC, within the College policy, refers to all parts of the plant Genus Cannabis L., whether growing or not; the seeds thereof, and every compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the plant or its seeds, containing tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and/or utilized as a psychoactive substance. It includes products such as resin, wax, butter/budder, shatter, taffy, etc. Commonly acknowledged marijuana/cannabis/THC paraphernalia is defined as equipment, products, or materials of any kind intended for use to plant, propagate, cultivate, grow, harvest, manufacture, compound, convert, produce, process, prepare, test, analyze, pack, repack, store, contain, conceal, ingest, inhale, or otherwise introduce into the human body.

Residents who engage in marijuana/cannabis/THC, drugs, or controlled substance activities on-campus or off-campus and who are disruptive and/or noticeably under the influence by odor, sight, or sound in the building or when they return to the residence hall or other campus property, is prohibited.

Residents found in rooms where evidence of marijuana/cannabis/THC, drugs, or drug paraphernalia are present will be held responsible for a violation of the Code of Conduct. Residents have the responsibility to report or remove themselves from the room.

When Residence Life staff have reasonable evidence that marijuana/cannabis/THC or drugs are being used or present in a room, they will be expected to contact the room’s occupants, diffuse the situation, and document the incident for review by a Code of Conduct Officer. If staff members become aware of any physical evidence of drugs or drug paraphernalia or have “sufficient reason” to believe that a policy violation is occurring or has occurred, the room may be searched, and items will be confiscated.

Physical evidence of marijuana/cannabis/THC, drugs, or drug paraphernalia on college premises is prohibited. Items will be confiscated and will not be returned. Law enforcement may be contacted.

Additionally, in the interest of public health and the safety of our residents, the College prohibits the possession and consumption of legal or illegal substances not intended for human consumption, experimental drugs, incense, bath salts, and mind-altering plants, including “K-2/Spice,” and “Salvia” and other substances used to induce intoxication or impairment.

Host Clause: Should you choose to host an event in your room where a drug or controlled substance violation occurs, you will be held to a higher level of accountability. A minimum Host Fine of $150 will be charged on top of additional fines and/or sanctions, including suspension from the residence hall.

If a resident is found to violate the drug / controlled substance policy, they may be subject to any of the following sanctions:

  • First offense: $150 fine, online educational courses (plus course fee), community service, probation and/or other sanctions outlined under Class II violations
  • Second offense: Sanctions outlined under Class I or Class II violations - probable suspension from the residence hall

Substance Use Emergencies

Colorado Mountain College is committed to ensuring a resident’s health, safety, and well-being. To that end, the College seeks to reduce barriers for residents who may need to seek emergency assistance for themselves or others when alcohol or other drugs may be involved. To achieve this goal, Residence Life has adopted the following medical amnesty policy:

Any resident who seeks to contact a member of the College staff or certified emergency medical personnel for a medical emergency when their or another person’s health or safety may be in jeopardy will not be referred to the adjudication process as it relates to alcohol or other drugs.

Residents who commit other college or criminal violations (i.e., vandalism, disorderly conduct, possession of false identification, sale to minors, etc.) associated with the incident may be referred to the adjudication process. No part of this policy will preempt any civil or criminal charges/proceedings brought forth by non-college parties. While individuals who invoke the medical amnesty policy for themselves or another resident will not be referred to the adjudication process as it relates to alcohol or other drugs, individuals may be required, depending on the circumstances, to complete educational and/or health requirements as deemed necessary by the Office of Residence Life. These educational and/or health requirements may include, but are not limited to, an online or in-person educational program, a substance abuse evaluation, independent treatment as warranted, and/or appropriate follow-up with internal or external agencies.

Residents are allowed to invoke this policy as needed proactively; however, repeated use of the policy may require further action by the College to ensure a community member’s health, safety, and well-being. This policy applies only when a person provides the first notification for an emergency, and its use retroactively would be contrary to the policy’s intent.

Substance Use Regulations

CMC is concerned with the health and success of each resident. We believe that drug and alcohol use does not contribute to academic success, whether individually or in a community setting. CMC is committed to the concept of providing a comprehensive alcohol and drug education program that will promote health, wellness, and responsible decision-making. CMC’s regulation on alcohol or drug use and abuse, as stated in this Student Handbook, has been developed to allow residents and employees to make responsible decisions concerning alcohol or other drugs.

As of fall 1998, a federal law was amended to allow colleges and universities to notify parents of alcohol or other drug-related violations. Although possession and use of marijuana/cannabis/THC for recreational and certain medical conditions consistent with the requirements of the Colorado Constitution is no longer a crime in the State of Colorado, possession and/or use of marijuana/cannabis/THC continues to be prohibited while on college property including residence halls or as part of college courses/activities.

Tampering and Misuse of Fire Safety Equipment (CoC 14)  

The campus fire prevention and security equipment are maintained to make the residence hall safer for you and the rest of the CMC community. Tampering with equipment, which includes blocking emergency exits and paths, misusing or propping open fire doors, using fire extinguishers in an unauthorized manner, removing exit signs, interfering with cameras, disengaging or disabling door locks, removing smoke detectors and/or initiating a false alarm threatens the safety of the community and will not be tolerated.

The residence hall is also equipped with a state-of-the-art sprinkler system for added protection in a fire. The sprinkler heads on the walls and ceiling are connected to a powerful building-wide sprinkler system. If the sprinklers are activated, this will flood your room quickly and seriously damage your belongings and your neighbors’ belongings.

If a resident is responsible for a sprinkler being activated for any reason, whether intentional or accidental, the resident will be held accountable for all damage, which is likely to cost thousands of dollars.

Theft (CoC 11)  

CMC is not liable for the loss of personal goods housed in college facilities. You are encouraged to take precautionary measures against theft, such as locking doors properly, identifying personal belongings, and carrying private property insurance. If a theft should occur on campus, residents are encouraged to file a report with the local police or sheriff’s department. The Residence Life staff will assist in the resolution whenever possible.

Any individual responsible for or involved in theft will face judicial action. This action may include suspension from the residence hall. In addition, the responsible party will be subject to prosecution. Other forms of theft include possession of road signs, nameplates, or dining hall food/tableware.

Title IX Sexual Harassment and Misconduct

It is the policy of the College to provide an educational and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination or harassment. The College prohibits all forms of discrimination, including sexual misconduct by residents, faculty, staff, and other members of the college community, as well as contractors, consultants, and vendors doing business with or providing services to the College. The Title IX Sexual Harassment Procedure is added to comply with the 2020 implementing regulations under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The College has retained its policy and procedures relating to sexual misconduct so that certain conduct not covered by this Procedure may be prohibited under CMC’s sexual misconduct policy and procedure. See the complete Title IX Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct Policy and Procedures  for further details. 

The following person has been designated to serve as the overall coordinator of student and employee inquiries under Title IX, the Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, and other college policies prohibiting discrimination:

Lisa Doak
Title IX Coordinator
ldoak@coloradomtn.edu
970.947.8351
802 Grand Avenue
Glenwood Springs, Colorado 81601

Residents also may contact the following persons who have been designated as Deputy Title IX Coordinators:

Leadville
Evan Weatherbie, Associate Dean of Student Affairs, eweatherbie@coloradomtn.edu, 719.486.4290

Spring Valley
Lisa Runck, Associate Dean of Student Affairs, lrunck@coloradomtn.edu, 970.947.8212

Steamboat Springs
Sean Griffin, Associate Dean for Student Affairs, smgriffin@coloradomtn.edu, 970.870.4463

Additional Information and Resources

Employee Concerns

The following person has been designated to handle employee inquiries regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Rehabilitation Act, and other employee complaints of unlawful discrimination other than Title IX matters:

Angela Wurtsmith
Executive Director of Human Resources
awurtsmith@coloradomtn.edu
970.947.8311
802 Grand Avenue
Glenwood Springs, Colorado 81601

Employee inquiries under Title IX should be directed to the Title IX Coordinator listed under this handbook’s Title IX Sexual Harassment Misconduct section.

Notice of Nondiscrimination

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Colorado Mountain College does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family and genetic information, in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and as provided in other applicable statutes and College policies. The College prohibits sexual and gender-based harassment, including sexual assault and other forms of interpersonal violence.

Other Resources

Office for Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building, 1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310, Denver, CO 80204-3582. Telephone: 303.844.5695, OCR.Denver@ed.gov

Colorado Department of Higher Education, 1600 Broadway, Suite 2200, Denver, CO 80202. Telephone: 303.862.3001

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, Denver Field Office, 950 17th Street, Suite 300, Denver, Colorado 80202. Telephone: 800.669.4000

Colorado Civil Rights Division, 1560 Broadway, Suite 825, Denver, Colorado 80202. Telephone: 303.894.2997, DORA_CCRD@State.co.us

Missing Student Notification Policy

Colorado Mountain College will provide every student the opportunity to identify an individual to be contacted in an emergency. Each student will be required to submit their emergency contact information when completing the Residence Life and Food Service Agreement.

Anyone who believes a student living in college housing may be missing should contact the local police and/or sheriff’s department. Local police or sheriff’s department, in accordance with all State and Federal laws, shall investigate all reports of missing students and will notify and cooperate with other law enforcement agencies as necessary to further the investigation. If upon investigation by local law enforcement, the student is determined missing for at least 24 hours, college staff will contact the designated emergency contact. If the missing student is under the age of 18 or if the student has failed to designate an emergency contact, College staff will also notify the custodial parent or guardian.

Residence Life staff may implement the following investigative procedures when a missing student report is received:

  1. Attempt to contact the alleged missing student using the phone number supplied to the College.
  2. Enter the student’s room for health and safety purposes.
  3. Check the card access system to determine the last time it was used.
  4. Contact Dining Services to determine when the student last used their meal plan.
  5. Contact their roommate, friends, or fellow residents living near the alleged missing student.

Every effort will be made to balance the right to privacy with the issue of compliance with Federal regulations and the interest of public safety.