A college, like any community, must have regulations by which its members abide and procedures by which its organizations function. The standards provide order and an atmosphere conducive to intellectual and personal development. The policies and procedures outlined in the handbook, for students, are intended to serve the purpose which is in the interest of all segments of Howard College. The policies and procedures apply to students at all Howard College locations, including students taking online or distance learning courses.
The college has a responsibility to maintain order within the college community and to discipline those who violate its rules and policies. Enrollment requires students to share this responsibility. Students agree to abide by the standards, rules and/or policies in this handbook, the Howard College Catalog, and other official college publications, as well as the Texas Education Code. Registered campus organizations also agree to follow all these rules and regulations. The college or its representative may amend this document at any time without notice.
Students may have to take part in annual programming and/or training designed to reinforce policies and procedures and to promote a safe and healthy learning environment. Students who do not complete the mandatory training will be subject to disciplinary action as described in the Student Standards of Conduct and Disciplinary Process section of this handbook.
Vision
We will be known for enriching the lives and futures of those we serve as a unique rural community college national model of success that includes a campus specializing in deaf education.
Motto
Howard College … for Learning, for Earning, for Life!
Disciplinary Authority
The authority to enact and enforce regulations of the college is vested in the Board of Trustees. The responsibility for enforcing regulations and imposing penalties is delegated to the President and any college official(s) the President may designate. The office of the Chief Student Success Officer is the principle agency for the administration of student discipline and the judicial officer on the Big Spring, San Angelo, Lamesa, and SWCD campuses shall implement student discipline procedures. All references to the President of the college, the Chief Student Success Officer, or the judicial officer on each campus shall also be interpreted to include persons designated to act on behalf of these officials.
Policy on Non-Discrimination
Howard College is committed to providing safe and non-discriminatory learning, living, and work environments for all members of the College community. In accordance with applicable federal and state law, the College prohibits discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, disability, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic in employment, educational programs, and admissions.
Individuals who believe they have experienced harassment or discrimination prohibited by this statement are encouraged to contact the Office of the Title IX Coordinator.
Christi Fenter - Title IX Coordinator
1001 Birdwell Ln
Dora Roberts Student Union Building
Big Spring, TX 79720
(432) 264-5029
cfenter@howardcollege.edu
College Name, Document, and Records
The use of the college’s name by any person or organization in connection with any program or activity or any unauthorized use of college documents, records, or seal is prohibited without the prior written permission from the office of the Chief Student Success/Public Information Officer.
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