B. Biblical Confrontation The purpose of confrontation is to direct students’ attention to a particular problem in order to help them make the necessary changes in keeping with Biblical Mandates or Institutional Policies. The course of action taken will be based on the principles set forth in 2 Thessalonians 5:14, which include correcting the unruly, encouraging the fainthearted, and helping the weak. 1. Even though misconduct is addressed by staff, Resident Assistants, or others designated by the Deans, we encourage students to respectfully confront one another and encourage one another toward “love and good works” as is biblically appropriate (Galatians 6:1; Hebrews 3:13, 10:24). 2. Confrontation should first be handled privately and in person rather than bringing others into the picture who are not involved. If resolution is not achieved, you should follow the guidelines for appeals. 3. Recurring disciplinary problems and uncooperative and/or critical attitudes may result in disciplinary probation, inability to enroll for the following semester, or dismissal. C. Discipline Point System Violations of Institutional Policies may result in discipline points (D-points). The primary consequence for discipline points is work hours served on Mondays. The following is a general description of the discipline point system. 1. Warnings a. RAs distribute warnings for cleanliness violations and other violations of a minor nature. b. Students may receive warnings for cleanliness of their personal area such as bed, desk,closet, bathroom, etc. 2. One D-point violations The following is a list that includes but is not limited to infractions for which students may receive one D-point: a. Accumulation of three warnings. b. Being late to class, church, work, ministry, service assignment, devos, curfew, or required meetings. Points may vary based on the extent of the tardiness. c. Not following policies for Quiet Time, “in-dorms,” etc. d. Failure to do dorm job. e. Eating or chewing gum in the classroom. f. Inattentiveness or being disruptive in class or meetings. g. Dress code infractions. h. Entertainment policy infractions. 3. Five D-point violations The following is a list that includes, but is not limited to, infractions for which students may receive five D-points: a. Skipping any required meetings or assignments (class, church, devos, conferences, study hours,
ministry, service assignment, discipline work hours, etc.) b. Hosting unauthorized visitors overnight in the dorms. c. Disassembling or removing dorm furniture. d. Failing to have a third party. e. Being late for curfew beyond 30 minutes. 4. D-point work hours
Accumulated D-points can result in a variety of consequences with work hours being the most common. One service assignment shift will normally be assigned for every five D-points accumulated. The following is a description of how the discipline work hours function: a. Notices for students having required work hours are emailed to students. b. Students receiving notices have until Friday of the same week to see their Resident Director and schedule their work hours.
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