TRANSITION COUNSELING

An experienced librarian and staff provide reference assistance during library hours. Staff is also available for guided tours and library instruction. Library Skills (SK 150) is offered each semester for students wishing formal instruction.

The library has an automated circulation system that provides access to over 500,000 books from the OMNI consortium. Students are encouraged to interlibrary loan materials not available locally. Internet access is available in the library as well as access to several CDROM databases. Cultural electronic material is accessed through a special workstation that houses the Edward E. Curtis Collection of Native American Photographs and also through specific CD-ROM discs.

The library has a growing Cheyenne Collection as well as other valuable documents within the archives and the vertical file. The library owns a collection of videotapes and audiocassettes, including some on Native American topics. Photographs of Cheyenne elders and paintings depicting Cheyenne leaders and historical events are hung throughout the library.

The library maintains a balanced collection of periodicals in paper, microfiche, CD-ROM, and online full-text formats. These periodicals are accessed using computers and several periodical indexes housed in the library. Microfiche/ microfilm readers are available for students use as well as a photocopy machine.

John Woodenlegs Memorial Library strives to meet the needs of Chief Dull Knife College through a balanced collection, a special Cheyenne Collection, thorough reference service, and the latest library technology. The library believes that DKMC deserves excellence in library service and the staff works hard to meet that goal.

TRIBAL BUSINESS INFORMATION CENTER (TBIC)

The Tribal Business Information Center (TBIC) is housed in Room 203 of DKMC. The TBIC provided business development information to all tribal and area residents. The TBIC operates in conjunction with the Entrepreneurial Program and A.A.S. in Business.

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES PROGRAM

The Student Support Services Program provides a four component program, ranging from developmental studies to advanced topics, designed for students with unique learning needs.

The Program is located in room 208 and is open from 8:00-4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The Developmental Studies Program provides individualized instruction in Reading, English, and Math for students who require refresher classes before entering college-level courses.

The Transitional Studies Program provides instruction in math, vocabulary, study skills, and library skills at a college review level for students who are re-entering school or who did not have college prep courses in high school.

STUDENT AFFAIRS

STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Enrollment of a student at Chief Dull Knife College is a voluntary entrance into the academic community. By such voluntary entrance, the student voluntarily assumes obligations of performance and behavior reasonably imposed by the College relevant to its lawful mission, processes and functions. In addition, as the student does not surrender any civil rights as a citizen upon enrollment, the obligations of citizenship continue. Enrollment does not give a right to immunity or special consideration with reference to civil and criminal law. As members of the academic community, students have equivalent responsibility with the faculty for study and learning and to conduct themselves with academic integrity in a manner compatible with the College functions as an educational institution.

Furthermore, all members of the College have a special responsibility to protect the College as a forum for the free expression of ideas.

STANDARDS OF STUDENT CONDUCT

In any case of alleged and admitted academic dishonesty, including cheating and plagiarism, the instructor involved may deal with the matter appropriately, including the issuance of a failing grade for the course. The student may appeal the instructor's decision to the Vice President - Academic Affairs.

In any case where, after being informed of suspicion of academic dishonesty, a student either denies the charge or elects to remain silent, the faculty member involved shall immediately notify the Vice President - Academic Affairs who will review the situation and deal with the matter appropriately. This may include the issuance of a failing grade for the course.

In matters of student conduct, the following code constitutes the expectations the College holds for each of its students: Students, as citizens, are expected both to be familiar with and comply with existing Federal, State and municipal laws governing civil and criminal behavior, both on and off campus. Violations may result in disciplinary action by the College.

In addition, the following breaches of proper conduct on college property and at all College sponsored functions shall warrant disciplinary action:

Drunkenness, gambling or breach of the peace. Possession of alcoholic beverages and / or controlled substances on campus.

Presentation as one's work the work of another, or otherwise falsifying or cheating.

Obstructing the orderly flow of college processes.

Hazing, tormenting or maltreating a fellow student, staff member, faculty member or administrator.

Misconduct of any kind which is destructive of college property, detrimental to the college, or which is injurious to the welfare of the student body.

Failure to follow direction of college officials acting in the performance of other duties, including identification upon request.

Students who violate college conduct regulations shall be called to appear before the Committee on Student Affairs, comprised of members of the faculty, administration, and Student Senate, who shall determine the disciplinary action to be taken.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY

DKMC seeks to prevent drug/ alcohol abuse and strives to provide knowledge, understanding, and awareness about substance abuse as well as other addictive behaviors. Use or possession of illegal drugs (controlled substances) on college premises is strictly prohibited. Any student violating this policy may be referred to substance abuse counseling programs or student assistance programs or may be disciplined, up to and including dismissal for the first offense.

Any student who is found to be a seller or involved in the sale, solicitation, or dealing in illegal drugs will be terminated as a student of the college.

RIGHT OF APPEAL AND GRIEVANCES APPEALS

The student should be aware that, in case of disagreement with the decision of a staff member, an appeal for review of the decision may be made to the next higher official or body. If the student is in doubt concerning the person to whom the appeal should be made, he or she should consult the Office of the Registrar.

STUDENT GRIEVANCES

Student grievances are to be handled by approved procedures within the College. Grievances may be at least four types: 1) academic, 2) student conduct, 3) discrimination or sexual harassment or 4) other non-academic grievances.

1. Academic Grievances are given involving coursework, grades, etc. All such grievances are to be handled in accordance with approved procedures.

2. Student Conduct Grievances are those which do not involve academics or alleged discrimination or sexual harassment. Copies of college conduct guidelines and procedures for handling conduct grievances are available from the Office of the Registrar,

3. Discrimination or Sexual Harassment: Any student who believes he or she may have experienced unlawful discrimination on account of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, marital status or physical or mental handicap should visit the Equal Opportunity Officer to discuss his or her concerns and to initiate any formal grievance procedure. In addition, Chief Dull Knife College prohibits all forms of sexual harassment of students by staff, faculty or administrators. Students seeking advice on, or wishing to file a grievance related to, alleged sexual harassment should contact the Equal Opportunity Officer. A copy of the College approved policy and procedures regarding sexual harassment is available from that Office.

4. Other Non-Academic Grievances:

a. Student Financial Aid Appeals: Appeals of actions of the Financial Aid Office which relate to financial aid awards may be addressed to the Student Financial Aid committee. The student should first contact the Director of Student Financial Aid and if the grievance cannot be resolved at that level, the director will refer the student to the chairman of the Student Financial Aid Committee. Appeals must be made in writing.

STUDENT ACCESS TO RECORDS

At DKMC students have access to their educational records kept in the Registrar's Office. Likewise, Finan6al Aid files are open with the exception of parents' financial statements. Students will have access to any placement files that may be established. The student may waive this right of access to any or all of these files.

Faculty members will either return to the student or retain for inspection, all sources, including tests, papers, projects and evaluations, of the student's final grade. Retained material will be available to the student for one semester after the awarding of the final course grade. For Spring Semester grades, retained material will be available to the student during the entire following Fall Semester. Students may challenge any grade source during that time. The Vice President - Academic Affairs shall be the final authority for resolution.

After the required period of time, the faculty member will either destroy the retained material or submit it to the Registrar who will determine if the material should be placed in the student's main office file. Any material not filed will be destroyed.