Drug Education and Treatment Programs
unlawful or imprudent use of any drug, whether legal or illegal. Those who use illegal drugs and/or illicitly use legal drugs are in violation of state statute and University regulations. All members of the University are accountable to the law and to the University regulations. The primary goal of the Drug Prevention Program is to promote and maintain a drug- free environment and to educate the university community about the negative impacts of drug abuse.
There are various health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol. Hodges University recognizes that such use presents safety, health, and security problems. Members of the Hodges University community are encouraged to use any available resources to assist with problems relating to drug abuse.
STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• The right to know the specific facilities and services available to disabled students. This information can be obtained from the institution’s Student Accommodations Coordinator in the Office of the Registrar. • The right to know the requirements for withdrawing from school. This information is available in the University Catalog. • The right to know the degree programs, training, and other education offered at Hodges University. This information is available in the University Catalog. • The right to know the instructional, laboratory, and other physical plant facilities associated with Hodges University. Students may request this information from the Office of the Registrar. • The right to know the criteria for measuring Satisfactory Academic Progress. This information is available in the University Catalog. • The right to obtain a list of faculty and instructional personnel. This information is available in University Catalog. • The right to know how students apply for financial aid and how eligibility is determined. This information is available in the Office of Financial Aid.
Each student is held responsible for behaving in a manner consistent with the best interest of the University and of the student body. In order to protect the rights and privileges of all students there are student behavior standards which are intended to facilitate the desired environment and educational goals of the University and its students. It is important that each student become familiar with the responsibilities and the rights afforded students by Hodges University. The following list of Student Rights and Responsibilities clarifies the freedoms and responsibilities afforded to all students at Hodges University: • The right to have a copy of the institution’s annual security report. Students may request a copy from the Office of the Registrar. • The right to have a copy of the institution’s accreditation letter. Students may request a copy from the Office of Academic Affairs. • The right to know the institution’s graduation and transfer out rate. Students may request a copy from the Office of the Registrar. • The right to know your rights as a student under FERPA (Family Education Rights and Privacy Act). This information is available in this Student Handbook.
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Hodges University Student Handbook
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