Student Code of Conduct

 Standard of Behavior

Rich Mountain Community College reserves the right to dismiss any student whose behavior is considered undesirable or harmful to the institution. Engagement in the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispersion, possession or use of a controlled substance while a student at Rich Mountain Community College will lead to disciplinary action. No employee, student, or guest may bring onto the campus or use on the campus any intoxicant or harmful or illegal drugs, nor may appear on campus under the influence of such. The use of tobacco in any form is prohibited inside of the buildings. A violation of these rules will be grounds for disciplinary action which may include verbal reprimand, written reprimand, probation, suspension, or expulsion.

 Student Appeals Committee

The College maintains a Student Appeals Committee appointed each year by the President. Typical concerns referred to this committee relate to student dismissal, student rights, and student activities. Copies of appeal procedures may be obtained in the Dean of Student Services Office in the Abernathy Building.

 Student Academic Grade Appeals

A hearing committee is appointed to hear cases in which a student questions an academic grade or grading procedure which has first been reviewed by a faculty member, and secondly, by the respective department chairperson. Copies of the appeals procedure may be obtained in the Dean of Instruction's Office in the Spencer Building.