COMPLAINTS Describes a general complaint process when more specific guidelines are not addressed in other policy. The complaint process for students in distance education is also provided. CONSUMER INFORMATION DISCLOSURES These disclosures are a requirement of the federal government, through the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008. Includes the Student Right to Know Athletic Program Data and Student Outcomes. FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA) FERPA is a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. It’s important you know your rights and understand Directory Information is very general information that may be released without your permission, whereas personally identifiable information is not typically disclosed without permission. FINANCIAL HOLDS This procedure provides information pertaining to financial holds, which result from overdue account balances. FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT IECC complies with the Illinois Freedom of Information Act without compromising the privacy of students. HAZING IECC (and Illinois law) prohibits hazing of any kind. This pertains to individual students, student organizations, and athletic teams. IDENTITY THEFT Due to this widespread and ever-growing threat, prevention plans and tips are provided. NONDISCRIMINATION IECC does not discriminate in any of its educational programs and offerings, activities, and services provided or operated. An informal and formal complaint process is described. OPEN ADMISSION POLICY Students are admitted through an open admission process. This does not guarantee admission to all courses or programs of study, nor is it a guarantee of financial aid eligibility. OPTIONAL DISCLOSURE OF PRIVATE MENTAL HEALTH INFORMATION Under Illinois Public Act 099-0278, students have an option to designate another individual as a contact in the event of a mental health emergency. PREVENTING SEXUAL MISCONDUCT Extensive information is available on prevention, awareness, rights, and reporting alleged sexual misconduct or retaliation. READMISSION BY PETITION The process is described for readmission following dismissal due to academic deficiency or misconduct.
SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION Federal and Illinois laws require sex offenders/sexual predators to register with their college of attendance/employment. A link to the statewide registry of sex offenders is available on the IECC website as mandated by law. STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT This document defines prohibited conduct, describes the processing of alleged conduct violations, and outlines the disciplinary actions that may be taken against violators. STUDENT RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCES IECC reasonably accommodates the religious observances of individual students in regard to admissions, class attendance, and the scheduling of examinations and work requirements. TOBACCO-FREE/SMOKE-FREE CAMPUS In compliance with the Illinois Smoke Free Campus Act and to promote a healthy environment, IECC prohibits smoking and tobacco products on district property. VIOLENCE PREVENTION Students may report concerning behaviors of others using the Behavioral Incident Report Form. Illinois Eastern Community Colleges reserves the right to change, without notice, any of the material, information, requirements, or regulations published in this handbook. Illinois Eastern Community College District No. 529 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, parental status, religious affiliation, veteran status, national origin, ancestry, order of protection status, conviction record, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other protected category. Illinois Eastern Community Colleges adheres to the Federal Regulations of the American Disabilities Act of 1990 and offers appropriate services or activities with reasonable accommodations to any qualified disabled individual upon request. Illinois Eastern Community Colleges’ Board of Trustees has adopted the Alcohol-free/Drug-free Campus Policy. Students and employees involved in substance abuse, within the college environment, are subject to disciplinary action.
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