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I: About Lambuth University

Mission Statement
The mission of Lambuth University, an institution affiliated with the United Methodist Church, is to provide students with a broad-based liberal arts education of high quality which stimulates free inquiry, critical thinking, cultural understanding, and sense of purpose within a Christian, person-centered environment that prepares them for meaningful careers, leadership, global citizenship, service to God and humanity, and the lifelong pursuit of truth and knowledge.

Statement of Purpose
As an institution of the United Methodist Church, Lambuth University recognizes the interdependence of education and religion. Lambuth, therefore, reaffirms the Wesleyan emphasis on the necessity for both academic excellence and authentic faith that issue in the highest standards of personal integrity. The university endeavors to provide a congenial atmosphere where persons of all faiths may work together for the fullest development of their total lives.

Lambuth is a university that is dedicated to the Liberal Arts. As such, Lambuth provides resources and encouragement for students to reach an understanding of the cultural heritage of people throughout the world that will broaden their perspectives, enrich their personalities, and enable them to think and act wisely amid the complexities of the present age.

As an institution of higher learning, the University strives to be an academic community of free inquiry in which men and women may prepare for lives of leadership and service to God and Humanity. Students are expected to acquire certain skills and knowledge. As a result, students should achieve the following outcomes: (a) the ability to examine life critically, appreciatively, and comprehensively; (b) a competence in at least one field of knowledge towards a profession or vocation; and (c) a desire to continue their search for truth and knowledge throughout life.

Historical Background
On December 2, 1843, the Memphis Annual Conference of the Methodist Church received a charter from the General Assembly of the State of Tennessee authorizing the establishment of a college for women to be known as the Memphis Conference Female Institution (MCFI). Almost without interruption this institution served West Tennessee with an educational program for women that was widely recognized. In November 1921, the Memphis Annual Conference in Session at McKenzie, Tennessee voted to establish a coeducational institution of higher learning. Accordingly, the MCFI charter was amended on January 3, 1923 providing for coeducation, and the name was changed to Lambuth College in honor of the pioneer Methodist missionary bishop, Rev. Walter R. Lambuth, M.D.

The MCFI property, consisting of five acres on East Chester Street, was sold and the present site on Lambuth Boulevard was purchased. The administration/classroom building, now known as Varnell-Jones Hall, was erected in 1934-24. Dr. Richard E. Womack was elected president of Lambuth College on May 12, 1924, and accepted the College's first coeducational class on September 10 of the same year. Dr. Womack served as president until September 1952, at which time he resigned and was elected president-emeritus.

Dr. Luther L. Gobbel was elected president of Lambuth, and assumed his duties on October 12, 1952. In June 1962, Dr. Gobbel retired.
Dr. James E. Wilder, Jr. assumed the duties of the presidency of Lambuth on July 1, 1962, and served until June 1, 1980, at which time he became chancellor of the College. Dr. Wilder retired in December 1981. Dr. Harry W. Gilmer assumed the presidency of Lambuth College on June 1, 1980. He resigned in October 1986, and Dr. Hugh A. Latimer served as interim president until June 1987. Dr. Thomas F. Boyd assumed the presidency on June 2, 1987. On July 1, 1991, Lambuth College became Lambuth University. Dr. Boyd resigned in February 1996. Dr. Joseph R. Thornton, III, who was Vice President of Church Relations and University Chaplain, served as interim president until January 1997. W. Ellis Arnold was elected president of Lambuth in November 1996, and he assumed his duties on January 1, 1997. Dr. R. Fred Zuker was inaugurated as Lambuth University's seventh president on April 2, 2005.

Accreditation
Lambuth University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of colleges and Schools to award Bachelor level degrees. Lambuth is also approved by the Board of Education of the State of Tennessee for the training of elementary and secondary teachers. In addition, the University is approved by the University Senate, the official accrediting agency of the United Methodist Church.
Lambuth University is also a member of: National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities Council on Independent Colleges, National Association of Schools and Colleges of the United Methodist Church, Tennessee College Association, Tennessee Council on private Colleges, Tennessee Independent Colleges & Universities, and the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics.
Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity
Lambuth University of Jackson, Tennessee hereby affirms its policy of affirmative action and equal opportunity in education and employment. Lambuth University is expressly committed to maintaining and promoting nondiscrimination in all aspects of recruitment and employment of individuals at all levels throughout the University. Specifically, it is the intent of Lambuth to recruit, hire, and promote all faculty and staff without regard to race, color, religion (unless a bona fide occupational qualification), sex, national origin, or disabling condition unrelated to job performance. As a religiously related institution, it is recognized that there are certain positions that have a bona fide occupational qualification for which a specific religious persuasion is required. Lambuth University has an Affirmative Action Program for ensuring equal employment and opportunity for women, members of racial minority groups, disabled persons, and Vietnam era veterans. The University also complies with the Age Discrimination in Employment Act and Americans with Disabilities Act. Decisions in all employment actions will be based upon the individual's qualifications, merit and professional ability, and in conformance with all current legal requirements. All personnel actions, programs, and facilities will be administered in accordance with equal opportunity and affirmative action policies, including: recruitment, selection, assignment, classification, promotion, demotion, transfer, layoff and recall, termination, determination of wages, conditions and benefits of employment, selection for training or retraining, and social and recreational programs.

The Affirmative Action Officer for the University is appointed by the President and serves as an extension of the President's Office. This Officer is directly responsible for the administration of the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity program and will keep the President advised on the status of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action on a continuing basis.

As we realize the declarations set forth above, Lambuth University will, in all solicitations and advertisements for employees placed by or on behalf of the University, state its position as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. The University will engage the services of only those professional organizations, employment agencies, contractors and agents whose policies are in alignment with the equal opportunity /affirmative action policy of the University. The University will broadly publish and circulate its policy of equal employment opportunity/affirmative action by inclusion in all correspondence, media, communication, and printed matter for employment purposes. In addition, the University will consider, through appropriate and designated procedures, developed and coordinated by the affirmative Action Officer in consultation with the President's Affirmative Actions Advisory Council, the complaint or grievance of any individual who has reason to believe that he or she has been adversely affected by a violation of his or her rights because of race, color, religion (unless a bona fide occupational qualification), sex, national origin, age, disabling condition or veteran status.

Furthermore, as an institution of higher education, and in keeping with its policy of equal opportunity employment, the University hereby declares its policy of equal education opportunity. All applicants for admission will be considered solely upon the basis of individual qualifications. All available student job opportunities will be filled without regard to an applicant's race, color, religion (unless a bona fide occupational qualification), sex national origin, age, veteran status, or disabling condition unrelated to job performance. This policy will be noted in all student handbooks and the complaint or grievance of any individual who has reason to believe he or she has been adversely affected by a violation of his or her rights because of race, color, religion (unless bona fide occupational qualification), sex, national origin, age, veteran status, or disabling condition, will be considered through the appropriate procedures.

Nondiscrimination Policy
Lambuth University offers each student equal opportunities in education. It is the policy of Lambuth University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disabling condition, or sex in its admission practices, educational programs, or student activities. Lambuth complies with the regulations of Title IX of the 1972 Education Amendments, and with Section 540 of the Rehabilitation Ace of 1973.

Any student who believes that he or she has been excluded from participating in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to discrimination in the administration of any educational program or activity, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age disabling condition or sex may bring his or her complaint to the Office of Student Development at Lambuth, or may write directly to the Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education, 200 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C., 20201, (202)523-7316.

 

II: Academic Responsibilities and Standards

Graduation Requirements
Academic requirements for graduation are found in the Lambuth University Catalog. Current copies of the Catalog are available to all students in the Office of the Registrar. Students are required to familiarize themselves with the information and requirements in the Catalog; and as stated in the Catalog "the responsibility for fulfilling
requirements for all degrees rests upon the individual students." (page 21) Students who change catalogs for graduation requirements must meet all graduation requirements from that catalog.

Class Attendance
Lambuth University affirms the relationship between class attendance and academic performance; hence, students are required to attend all classes. If the academic standing of a student is affected by absenteeism, the instructor will notify the student and the Director of Student Success and Retention.

Students are accountable for every class meeting of every course for which they are enrolled. All absences, whether for personal reason or for official university functions, are subject to this accountability. When it is necessary for a student to be absent from class for any reason, it is the responsibility of the student to consult with the instructor prior to class and make up the work missed. In emergencies, absences must be explained when the student returns to class. Students may not be penalized for absences incurred for official university-sponsored activities, trips, and athletic contests. Instructor may assign reasonable and relevant compensatory work for absences.

A student is considered to be officially enrolled until the end of the term, and a student leaving school will be given an "F" for each course for which he/she is enrolled unless the official withdrawal procedure is completed.

To withdraw from school before the term is over, the student must make application in the Office of the Registrar. Withdrawal is not official until all the appropriate college officials have signed the withdrawal card and the exit interview form has been completed in the Financial Aid Office. Students may not withdraw from courses or from Lambuth after the drop date without the permissions of the Academic Dean. Exit interviews are required of all students who do not plan to return to Lambuth the following semester. See the Lambuth University Catalog for more information.

Student grievances against the faculty concerning their competency as instructors, their fairness to students, grading, or classroom environment are heard by the Student/Faculty Academic Affairs Committee. (see page 70)

Academic Integrity
Academic honesty is expected at all times. It is essential in all pursuits of learning. Course instructors will communicate course expectations, determine grading standards for each assignment, and determine the consequences for acts of academic dishonesty. Cases of dishonesty may be reported to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. Repeated incidences of academic dishonesty can result in probation or suspension from the University.

Each faculty member has the responsibility of determining and communicating to students the action that will be taken in cases of academic dishonesty in his/her courses. Academic dishonesty includes cheating, plagiarism, and falsification of data or information related to course assignments or activities. Cheating includes the giving or receiving of unauthorized help on quizzes, examinations, or out-of-class assignments; stealing, buying, or selling of an examination before it has been administered; OR the altering of an assignment or the instructor's comments on an assignment after the work has been graded, for the purpose of improving a grade. Plagiarism includes submitting material as one's own without indicating the source if it is not original. Any student who is a party to academic dishonesty is equally guilty, whether having given or accepted assistance.

Consequences for Acts of Academic Dishonesty
At the discretion of the faculty member, a student may receive a 0 on the assignment in question, a grade of F on the project or paper in question, and/or a grade of F in the course.
The consequence is determined by the severity of the incident and the frequency of incidents. The Student/Academic Affairs committee will hear cases of repeated offenses.

Appeal Procedures for Academic Violations
a. A student accused of academic dishonesty may appeal the decision of the faculty member to the School Head
b. A student who wishes to appeal the decision of the School Head may petition the Academic Dean for a hearing before the Student/Faculty Academic Affairs committee
c. The decision of the Student/Faculty Academic Affairs Committee may be appeal to the Academic Dean for final disposition.

III: Student Services Overview

Academic Support Services
Academic Support Services is located on the third floor of Hyde Hall, rooms 314 and 318. The offices reinforce the academic goals of Lambuth University by providing a support system for students which includes academic advising, direction, guidance, tutoring, and other related assistance that promotes academic success and student retention. The offices also assist students with disabilities by developing learning accommodation plans.

Campus Communication
The Office of Student Development serves as a clearinghouse for all university announcements, including posters, voicemails, and emails. All communications must be submitted to the Office of Student Development for approval. Emails must be submitted one week prior to an event; campus voicemails must be submitted three days prior to an event and will only be sent once. Requests for emails or voicemails without the required notice will be denied. Posters must be stamped by the Office of Student Development and may be placed by students on designated bulletin boards. Bulletin boards are provided in all buildings on campus. It is therefore, expected that all notices, posters, flyers, or other types of announcements be put on these bulletin boards. Walls, doors, windows, and the outside of buildings are not available for such use. Tacks, nails and any type of tape are not to be used on any painted surface. Notices are not to be nailed to trees.

Career Center
The Career Development Center is located on the lower level of Wilder Student Union across from the mailroom. The Center features job opportunities for students in a full and part-time capacity. Graduate school information and counseling is also provided. Students may also receive resume assistance, career counseling and testing. The Office of Career Development provides numerous seminars designed to assist students with career development throughout their years at Lambuth. The Career Development Center is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or by appointment

Check Cashing
The Business Office cashes small checks ($65 or less) for Lambuth students during the hours of 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday- Friday. The following guidelines are strictly enforced. 1) Lambuth ID card or a drivers license is required; 2) two returned checks on the same student during the same semester (either separate or the same check returned twice) will result in denial of check cashing privileges until the next semester; and 3) a $25 service fee will be issued for returned checks.

Computer Based Testing
Lambuth University's Testing Center is located in Hyde Hall, Room 314. The Testing Center offers its students as well as students in surrounding educational institutions, the opportunity for national testing by computer or paper and pencil testing. Paper and pencil test include GRE subject and writing, MAT, ACT, MCAT, CAAP, and various course placement tests.
Tests available in the Lambuth Test Center via computer include the following: GMAT, GRE, PRAXIS, TOEFL, GREW, ICOP, NAPLX, NBPME, NBPTS, and SAT. Testing bulletins for all LSAT, PCAT, VCAT, DCAT, PRAXIS, TOEFL, NTE, PPST and DTAD that may be needed by students are housed in the testing center. Guidance for testing required for disability certification is made available in the testing center.

Copy Machines
Copy machines for student use are located on the ground floor of the Library. The cost is ten cents per copy. Other copy machines on campus are restricted for faculty and staff use only.

Counseling Services
Many avenues are open for the student who is seeking personal, social and pastoral counseling. Students who need help in dealing with the demands and stresses of life's experiences, building positive and realistic self-images, in improving interpersonal skills, and other areas may contact Student Development for more information. The University Counselor and University Chaplain are available.

Disability Services
Students with disabilities are encouraged to take full opportunity of the services offered at Lambuth. Students with disabilities should present evidence of documented disabilities to the Director of Student Disability Services who will provide case management assistance for the student and assist in establishing an appropriate learning accommodations plan.
Eagle's Nest Bistro Hours: *
Mon-Fri 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Mon-Thurs 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Sun-Thurs 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
*Hours may be subject to changes. Any changes will be posted online and on site.

Email
Each student is issued an @student.lambuth.edu email address, which he/she is responsible for checking. Directions for accessing or forwarding your campus email to another email are available online at http://eaglenet.lambuth.edu/email.html.

Campus email also allows registered organizations to communicate with the entire student community. Contact the Office of Student Development for approval. The approved email will be sent to all students by the designated Student Development staff. For the sake of the community, please be aware that unauthorized email messages will be subject to Level I or Level II disciplinary action as outlined in this handbook. Please note our computer use and network policies above.

Facility Use
Lambuth University makes numerous facilities on campus, including the Wilder Student Union available for use by student groups and responsible community organizations. All events to be held on campus must be scheduled through the Conference Coordinator in the Office of Student Development. Information on fee schedules and college regulations concerning use of facilities are also available through the Office of Student Development.

Facility Hours
Wilder Student Union Daily 7:00am - 1:00am
Bookstore Mon-Fri 8:30am - 4:30pm
Offices Mon-Fri 8:30am - 4:30pm
Eagle's Nest Daily 7:00 am - Midnight
Wellness Center Daily Times Vary

Faculty Advisors for New Students
All new students are assigned, or may select, a faculty advisor based upon major, career objectives, and interests. Students should work closely with their advisors in course and program planning. Course additions and drops should not be made without advisor approval. Advisors are also responsible for checking graduation audits with each student prior to graduation declaration.
ID Cards
All Lambuth students are required to have a picture ID card made. Pictures for these cards must be made within the registration period. The picture ID cards certify the identification of Lambuth students and permit free entrance to the Planetarium, swimming pool, home athletic events, and Lambuth Theatre productions. ID cards must also be presented when checking out books from the Library and using the Lambuth University Wellness Center, as well as when purchasing items in the Bookstore with a personal check. Replacement ID cards cost $10.

International Students
International students are encouraged to participate in all aspects of campus life. The Student Development staff will endeavor to ease the transition from one culture to another and provide other assistance as necessary in helping international students adjust to their new environment. International students are required to check in within the first week of school in order to ascertain their legal status. Students must bring their I20, passport, and I94 to the office in Hyde Hall, room 314 to meet with the coordinator of international students.

Intramural Sports
Lambuth offers a full program of intramural athletics. Intramural sports usually include flag football, volleyball, table tennis, basketball, softball, Frisbee golf, and bowling, although sports may be added or deleted as student interest dictates. Lambuth organizations and residence hall teams compete in intramural sports. The program is under the direction of the Coordinator of Intramural Sports in the Office of Student Development. All students who participate in intramural sports are required to carry accident insurance coverage or to sign a waiver absolving Lambuth University of any responsibility in case of an accident.

Luther L. Gobbel Library
Your success as a student at Lambuth will depend to a great extent on your ability to make effective and profitable use of the learning materials at your disposal. Because the Faculty and administration consider the Library to be the focal point of the academic program, all library materials are selected with care.
In addition to the extensive reference collection and circulating books, the library houses a computer lab containing ten computers with Internet access and Microsoft Office XP including CD-writing capability. Databases,which access thousands of full-text journal and newspaper articles, include EBSCOhost (Academic Premier and Business Source Premier), Lexis-Nexis, InfoTrac OneFile (and other Tennessee Electronic Library databases), FirstSearch, Annual Reviews, and many others. In addition to being available on campus they are available remotely from off campus. The online catalog is available from the library's webpage, http://lambuth.edu/academics/library/library.html. Also located in the library are the Government Documents Depository, the Memphis Conference Archives, and the Lambuth-B'Nai Israel Center for Jewish Studies.

Library hours during the Fall and Spring semesters are as follows:
Monday - Thursday 7:30 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Friday 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday 12:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Sunday 2:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

During summer, the Library hours are:
Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
During final exam weeks, the library hours are extended through midnight, Sunday through Wednesday.

Mail Boxes
Mailboxes are assigned to each residence hall student. Commuting students may also request a box. Requests should be made at registration. Box numbers and lock combinations are available from the Mail Manager.

Meal Plan
Lambuth University provides quality food in a pleasant surrounding at inexpensive prices. In order to make this possible, it is required that all residential students purchase the University 21-meal plan. Commuting students are also eligible to eat in the Dining Hall on a cash per meal basis or may purchase a 6-meal plan at the Dining Hall.

The Eagle's Nest is a multi-purposed area, which serves a broad variety of student services. The Eagle's Nest also serves as a study lounge and a hospitality area for meetings and registrations. It is available as an extension of the Williamson Dining Hall and provides an alternative option for student on the meal plan. The Eagle's Nest Bistro also sells food on a cash per item basis.

Exemption from Lambuth University Meal Plan
Due to Lambuth University's contract with Sodexho Services and desire to provide quality service at a reasonable price, all resident students must purchase a meal plan. The only way to exempt the meal plan is to obtain and complete a request form. It must be signed and dated, indicating the reason for meal exemption and the time period needed to be removed from the plan. This form must be complete and submitted to the Office of Student Development no later than the second week of the registered term. Permission must be granted through the Office of Student Development.

Media Equipment
The Media Center is located in the Gobbel Library. Students and faculty can contact the Library staff for assistance, schedule times to view films and VHS tapes at the center or arrange for viewing in a classroom. Audiovisual equipment is available to check out for official University events.

New Student Orientation
The mission of New Student Orientation is to ease new students' transition into college by connecting them to the Lambuth community in a way that is fun and that prepares them for success at Lambuth.

SOAR (Summer Orientation, Advising, and Registration) takes place during one-day summer sessions. Fall Orientation begins on the Thursday prior to the start of fall semester classes. Special services are offered for Transfer Students, Commuter Students and International Students.

All new students (both freshmen and transfers) are required to participate in Fall Orientation. In addition, Freshman Orientation continues throughout the first semester with a Freshman Seminar course and a series of social events. Upperclass students, serving as student Orientation Leaders, will help to facilitate Orientation programs. These Orientation Leaders are selected each year toward the beginning of the Spring term.

Notary Public
Documents may be notarized at no charge by persons in the Business Office during regular office hours.

Recreational Activities
The Lambuth University Athletic Center houses a regulation-sized basketball court, auxiliary court, a weight room, and an Olympic sized swimming pool. In addition, there are six tennis courts, a baseball, football, practice football, softball and soccer fields on campus. The Lambuth University Wellness Center is located in the lower level of the Wilder Student Union. Hours for general student use of these facilities are posted in the Wellness center.

Religious Life and Activities
Lambuth University offers a full program of religious life activities, weekly chapel services, and several special services throughout the year. Study groups, service projects, and retreats are included in the program.

The purpose of the campus congregation is to develop spiritual life through fellowship, worship, study, recreation, mission, support, and love so that we can build upon one another in faith as a community growing within its diverse culture and spiritual traditions. All activities sponsored by Religious Life shall be coordinated by the Chaplain or the Religious Life Council. The Religious Life Council consists of student representatives who show keen interest in the religious life programs. For more information, please contact Rev. Tiffany Padgitt, University Chaplain.

Fellowship & Organizations:
§ Weekly chapel services begin at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesdays.
§ Devotionals that meet to share, worship, sing and pray.
§ Prayer groups oriented around prayer for all concerns
§ Bible study groups that meet to read and study the Scriptures.
§ Pre-ministerial organization - a group of students considering a Christian vocation.
§ Mission trips
§ Alternative Spring Break
§ Accountability & Discipleship groups
§ Fellowship of Christian Athletes
§ Phi Sigma Eta - a Christian service organization for women
§ Diakonos Fellowship-a group devoted to Christian service work in the community
Although the Chapel is frequently used for other activities, students are encouraged to make the Chapel a place of silent meditation and prayer. There is also a prayer room in the foyer of the Chapel. The Chapel is available throughout the week and will be locked at midnight unless the building is in use. If the Chapel is locked and someone wishes to use the building, simply contact the Security Officer on duty.

Student Activities Committee (SAC)
The Lambuth University Student Activities Committee is a student organization responsible for providing a balanced schedule of social, cultural, educational, and recreational programs and activities for the Lambuth University community of students. This committee works with national agencies, local organizations, students, faculty, and staff to provide events for students. SAC sponsors a variety of activities during the year, strives to co-program and provide support for the endeavors of other student organizations. In addition, SAC sponsors the Back-to-School Bash each fall and the Spring Fling events held the week before Spring Break.
The Student Activities Committee is open to any Lambuth student. Members assist with planning, promoting, and coordination of the variety of events planned during the academic year. The executive board is appointed by the SAC advisor. There are many leadership opportunities available for SAC members interested in developing leadership potential.

Student Development Office
The mission of Student Development at Lambuth is to create a challenging and supportive, nurturing environment that will provide students with diverse experiences which complement classroom learning by facilitating active pursuit of knowledge, commitment to problem-solving, respect for individual differences and self-awareness. The Office of Student Development is located on the lower level of the Wilder Student Union, and the office hours are Monday - Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm.

Security
Lambuth University seeks to protect members of the university community and visitors to its campus from physical harm, threats of harm or abuse; its property from damage and unauthorized use; and its academic and administrative processes from interruption. The primary function of the campus security force is to assist the university administration in accomplishing these objectives. At the same time, Lambuth University recognizes that it cannot serve as a sanctuary from the general laws of the community; nor can it permit its own rules to be disregarded. If members of the university community are discovered to be in violation of the rules of the university, state law, or are in possession of stolen property or goods, security officers will be required to report such violations to the appropriate authorities.

Lambuth University recognizes the right to privacy of all members of the university. Security officers will not enter classrooms, laboratories, offices, or residence hall rooms without permissions of the occupants except in cases where there is immediate danger or harm to persons or property, or where rule violations may be taking place.

The security personnel are here to assist in providing a safe environment for students. Students are encouraged to contact security to report unsafe or potentially harmful conditions, to request an escort to/from an on-campus residence, or for any other issue regarding safety of the campus community members and their property.

The members of the campus security force have a right to require that persons on campus identify themselves by name and address, student ID card, and indicate his/her relationship to the University, if any. If the persons are not members of the university community, and do not have legitimate business on the campus, the security officer may demand that they leave the campus, if necessary. If these demands are opposed or ignored, the security officer may obtain the assistance of police.
Members of the university community should recognize that the security forces are present for campus protection and well-being. Their job is difficult, uncomfortable, and even dangerous; they are entitled to cooperation and respect from every member of the community.
Campus security may be contacted by calling 425-3364. The office of the director of campus security is located in the student development office suite. The outside security station is located in front of wilder student union. The Director of Security may be reached at 425-3377. Security emergency: 425-3239 (allow at least 5 rings)

Student Government Association
Student government plays a significant role in shaping the quality of student life at Lambuth University. The SGA represents all segments of the student body and is organized to help formulate and voice student opinion regarding all university policies, and to allocate its funds to appropriate uses. Participation in this organization is open to all students by voting rights in SGA elections, attending Senate meetings, volunteering for an SGA committee, and sharing questions and concerns about campus issues. The SGA Office is located on the lower level of the Wilder Student Union.

Members of the student body are encouraged to contact an executive officer or one of the appropriate class representatives or to email sga@lambuth.edu. The SGA constitution is available online at http://www.lambuth.edu/campuslife/sga.html.

Student Publications
Students who enjoy writing, editing, taking pictures, typing, working on layouts, or selling ads are encouraged to get involved with one or more of Lambuth's student publications. Each of the student publications works under the direction of an editorial board.
The Lantern is the university annual and is designed to be a picture book of memories. The Vision is the university newspaper and is issued throughout the school year. The Coffeehouse Papers is the university publication for creative works including poems, short stories, drawings, and other media. Contact Student Development for more information.
Telephone Services
Lambuth University has its own phone system, which provides each student with his/her own voicemail. Messages can be left in individual voice mailboxes if students are unable to answer calls. Messages may be retrieved from any phone on or off campus. Each residence room and fraternity house bedroom is equipped with two phone jacks. Students must provide their own telephones. Students can direct dial anywhere on campus by using the last four digits of the on campus number.Long distance services on campus can be utilized by the purchase of a long distance calling card. These cards may be purchased at the campus bookstore or many retail stores. Sprint, AT&T and many more companies offer long distance calling cards. Theft and/or use of faculty/staff long distance codes will result in disciplinary action as deemed appropriate by the University. Prank and obscene phone calls are considered serious and violators can expect disciplinary action.

Tutorial Services
Well-qualified tutors for most academic subjects are available, free of charge, to students who need and request assistance. Students who wish to tutor and those who wish to be tutored should contact the professor of the course or the Academic Support Office at 425-3297.

Williamson Dining Hall Hours:*
Breakfast (hot) Mon. - Fri. 7:15 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Sat. 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.
Continental Breakfast Mon. - Fri. 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Lunch Mon. - Fri. 11:15 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
Dinner 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Brunch Sat. - Sun. 11:00 a.m. - 1:15 p.m.
*Hours may be subject to changes. Any changes will be posted online and on site.

Varsity Athletics
Lambuth University is a member of NAIA Division I and is a charter member of the Mid-South Conference for varsity football. As of 2006, Lambuth University entered the Trans-South Conference in all intercollegiate sports except football, including: men's and women's basketball, men's and women's cross country, women's volleyball, cheerleading, men's and women's soccer, baseball, softball, men's and women's tennis, men's and women's golf and men's and women's swimming. The men's varsity teams are known as the Eagles. Women's teams are known as the Lady Eagles. Lambuth's colors are navy blue and white. The University provides accident insurance for all students who participate in intercollegiate sports while in practice or a game. This insurance is secondary to any other insurance coverage that the participant may have.
IV: Individual Responsibilities and Standards

Overview
As a private educational institution dedicated to specific goals of excellence, the nature of Lambuth University demands that it operate in an academic atmosphere, in an intellectual and reasonable manner, and through orderly procedures. Thus, any act or conduct which infringes on the rights of others, which is contrary to the maintenance of good order, or which is disruptive of the community, either in whole or in part, is a violation of the University's rules and regulations. Action or conduct violating any local, state, or federal law also constitutes a University violation. The rules of conduct found in this section of the Handbook are to be considered general rules, but are not all-inclusive. They are published to encourage the development of personal responsibility and maturity.

Parental Notification
The parent(s) or legal guardians of students may be notified in the event of repeated or serious violations of alcohol, controlled substances, or weapons. Parental notification may be made by the Dean of Students or designee. Parents may be contacted either by telephone, in person, or in writing, with or without the consent or knowledge of the student.

Controlled Substances
In an effort to maintain an environment conducive to academic achievement and social responsibility, Lambuth is a drug-free, alcohol-free campus. As an institution related to the United Methodist Church, Lambuth University is concerned with the total development of the individual, including the development of social responsibility and good citizenship. The possession or use of alcoholic beverages on campus, or the use of alcohol or drugs by individuals or groups while officially representing the University (such as speaking, performing, or engaging in athletic contests in the name of Lambuth) is a violation of university regulations. Disorderly, abusive, or destructive behavior as a result of the use of alcohol or drugs, or any violation of federal, state, and local laws pertaining to the use of alcohol and drugs will be considered a violation of university regulations. Any evidence of alcohol consumption or drug use will be considered a violation. The association of the name Lambuth University or any organization within the University with the use of alcoholic beverages or drugs is strictly prohibited. No advertising may be accepted from any establishment whose primary source of income is from the sale of alcoholic beverages or whose name implies alcoholic consumption.

The possession of empty alcoholic beverage containers and /or drug paraphernalia on campus (on campus includes all facilities of the University, adjacent parking areas, and fraternity and sorority houses) will be considered strong evidence that alcohol and drug regulations have been violated.

Any form of group drinking at an on-campus facility will be resolved through the university's judicial procedures. Possible organization sanctions are outlined under the "student organization violations" section of the Student Handbook. If large quantities of alcohol containers (bottles, cans, boxes, or kegs), empty or full, are found on the premises, the assumption will be made that group violation occurred and will be dealt with accordingly. Should a keg, empty or not, be found, it will be treated as a group violation regardless of individual admission of guilt. Any individual drinking on the premises will be treated as an individual violation of the student conduct code and will be resolved through the university's judicial procedures.

Involvement of Law Enforcement
Normally, on-campus misconduct by students will result in disciplinary action being taken on campus. On some occasions, however, it may be necessary for the University to call upon external authorities and file official complaints with local authorities, or to file charges in the courts. Specifically, actions which cause or threaten serious harm to members of the campus community or that severely impair the essential functions of the University may require the University to call upon off-campus authorities. On such occasions, outside authorities will be summoned by an official of the University. Students are hereby informed that the University is obligated to report (and will report) to off-campus authorities the commission of any act, which is considered to be a serious crime or serious threat of crime.

Pending Court Action & University Options
In general, the University does not take disciplinary action for the off-campus or on-campus misconduct of students when court action is pending or has taken place. However, the University reserves the right to take action in such instances when the misconduct constitutes a violation of university standards or is of such a serious nature that it suggests danger to any member of the university community. In such cases, the University may initiate action whether or not legal action has been taken.

Off-Campus Misconduct
The University reserves the right to take action in such instances when off-campus misconduct constitutes a violation of university standards or is of such a serious nature that it suggests danger to any member of the university community.

Hazing
Lambuth University strictly prohibits all forms of hazing. Hazing is defined as any action, activity, or situation created intentionally or unintentionally, which recklessly or negligently endangers the mental or physical health or safety of a person or causes undue stress or humiliation. Examples include forced exercise, personal servitude, paddling, unreasonable requests, exposure to the elements, or forced consumption of food, alcohol, drugs, or other substances.

Registration of Automobiles and Parking
All students who plan to use campus parking facilities or street parking adjacent to the campus must register their automobiles with the Office of Student Development. There is no registration fee for parking. Parking decals will be issued at registration, and the student must show a valid insurance card to receive the decal . The parking decal must be displayed on the rear window immediately upon receipt. All vehicles issued a Lambuth parking decal must be covered by adequate liability insurance. Primary student parking areas are: adjacent to the tennis courts, the eastern half of the lot adjacent to the Hamilton Performing Arts Center, the rear of the Athletic center, next to the Phi Mu house, next to the Alpha Omicron Pi house, across from Harris Hall, between the Kappa Alpha Order and Kappa Sigma fraternity houses, and the Oxley lot. Students are not allowed to park in designated spaces reserved for visitors, faculty, staff and administration. These include: a) Jones Circle b) reserved spaces in the lot adjacent to the Theatre c) the Maple Street lot adjacent to the Kappa Sigma House d) any space marked for reserved parking e) handicapped spaces f) the rear of the Williamson Dining Hall, and g) the entrances to any parking lot. From 7:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, any parking in the non-student parking areas indicated above are subject to fines (or judicial sanctions for excessive violations). Vehicles that do not display decals will be ticketed and will result in additional sanctions if not corrected. All tickets are submitted to the Office of Student Development and violation fines are placed on the student's account. The student assumes all financial responsibility for any fees or damage incurred due to towing, which must be paid to the wrecker service at the time the automobile is released. Lambuth University will make efforts to ensure safety in parking areas, however students, faculty and staff who utilize the parking areas do so at their own risk. Lambuth University is not responsible for theft or damage to vehicles or its contents.

Any vehicle that is not registered with the University and remains continuously parked in the same location on campus for more than 5 working days may be considered an abandoned vehicle. Lambuth University retains the right to have any abandoned vehicle towed away at the owner's expense by a towing company of the university's choice. Further, Lambuth University is not responsible for damage to a vehicle that may result in the process of the vehicle being towed under this policy.

Hazardous Materials
Storing, possessing, or igniting firecrackers, fireworks, and any other material which may create a hazard is both against city ordinance and university regulations. Storing, possession, or detonation of firearms (including B-B and pellet guns, weapons, ammunition, or explosives of any kind) is strictly prohibited on campus.

Smoking
Lambuth University promotes a smoke free environment by prohibiting smoking in all buildings on campus, including residence halls.

Pets
Pets are strictly prohibited on campus. Possession or maintenance of any type of pets, except fish, is prohibited.

Dress
Lambuth University expects students to dress in a manner appropriate to the activity in which they are engaged and within the bounds of good taste. Shoes are required in all buildings except the living areas of the residence halls. Shirts must be worn in the Williamson Dining Hall.

Solicitation and Merchandising
Unauthorized soliciting, merchandising and canvassing on campus are prohibited. Permission for any activity of this type should be sought in the Office of Student Development.

Residence Hall Violations
The role of the Resident Directors and Resident Assistants is to facilitate a safe and comfortable living and learning environment for resident students. However, when violations of university policies and regulations occur in the residence halls, the Resident Directors and the Resident Assistants have the authority to deal directly with some violations and to make recommendations to the Office of Student Development on others. Refusal or failure to respond to or cooperate with a Resident Director or Resident Assistant is, in itself, a Level 2 violation. Guests of residents are expected to abide by all the residence hall regulations, and residents are responsible for their guests' behavior.

Student Organization Violations
Lambuth expects that each student organization assume responsibility for policing its own activities and encouraging its members to conduct themselves in accordance with all university policies and regulations. As a result, student organizations are vicariously liable for the conduct and actions of each member of the organization while acting in the capacity of a member or while attending or participating in any activity of the organization. If an organization violates Lambuth University policies, either directly or indirectly by failing to enforce them, its charter may be suspended or revoked or other judicial sanctions may be imposed. An organization placed on probation may continue to hold meetings but may not sponsor an activity or program. Any organization placed under suspension may not engage in or sponsor any activity or program and may not hold meetings. The faculty advisor should accompany any organization that is called to appear for judicial proceedings.

V: The Judicial Process
Overview
The student judicial function is an integral part of the educational mission of Lambuth. The judicial process serves a developmental role for students and is also designed to protect all members of the campus community. The judicial process emphasizes the development of each individual's acceptance of his or her personal and social responsibilities. Reasonable efforts are made to foster the personal and social development of students by holding them accountable for violations of university regulations.

The judicial process may vary from time to time according to the circumstances and more specifically, according to the severity of the violation or sanction being imposed. Through appropriate procedures, institutional disciplinary measures shall be imposed for conduct that adversely affects the institution's pursuit of its educational objectives, which violates or shows disregard for the rights of other members of the academic community, or which endangers property or persons on institution or institution-controlled property.

Offenses: Levels 1-4
Not all breaches of Lambuth University rules and regulations are of equal seriousness. In the following classification, violations are divided into four levels according to severity and sanctions, and each offense is progressive. This means that a second offense in any of the four levels in any semester or consecutive semesters will result in the second offense automatically moving to the punishment of the next severe level. Individual or organizational misconduct, which is subject to judicial review, shall include but not be limited to the following:

Level 1 - Social Probation and/or $25 fine
Social Probation - The term "social probation" is generally a stated period of time during which the student is on notice that any further violations of university rules and regulations will result in a more severe sanction. Social probation is the usual action taken for Level 1 violations though other actions, such as fines or restrictions, may be added as well with whatever content the adjudicating officer or committee deems appropriate. Examples include but are not limited to:
1. disorderly conduct, excessive noise, irrational or disruptive behavior, indecent or obscene conduct, or language on university property or at a university-sponsored and supervised event.
2. violation of study or quiet hours in the residence halls.
3. storing, possessing, or igniting firecrackers or fireworks.
4. first offense - possession of any pet other than fish.
5. first offense - unauthorized used of a long distance phone code.
6. first offense - smoking in unauthorized areas, including residence halls.
7. first offense- unauthorized use of Lambuth-issued student email.

Level 2 - Strict Probation and/or $50 fine
Strict Probation - The term "strict probation" is a fluid term, which may be filled with whatever content the adjudicating officer or committee deems appropriate. It may designate a period of time when certain privileges are denied (open visitation, the right to hold office in a campus organization, participation in intramural or varsity sports, participation in campus activities, etc.). Strict probation may also designate a period of time when certain requirements are placed upon the student being sanctioned (attending counseling, volunteer work for community agencies, campus clean up, etc.). Failure to comply with the conditions of strict probation usually results in suspension from school. Examples include but are not limited to:

1. property damage or theft less than $25 (reimbursement for damages will always be required in addition to the stated fine).
2. possession of alcohol in any container, full or empty, on campus regardless of age.
3. refusal or failure to cooperate with or respond to a request by a university official (including but not limited to the following: campus security officers, resident directors, and resident assistants).
4. any second offense violation of the policies prohibiting unauthorized person in unauthorized portions of the residence halls at unauthorized times, other than those covered in other policies.
5. second offense - possession of a pet.
6. second offense - unauthorized use of a long distance phone code.
7. second offense - smoking in unauthorized areas, including residence halls.

Level 3 - $50 fine and/or Suspension
Suspension - The usual action taken for Level III violations is suspension from the University, though other actions, such as loss of residential living privileges, may be considered as well. Suspension is a separation from the University for a specified period of time. During a university suspension, a student is excluded from classes and all other university privileges or activities. Often the student is prohibited from the campus as well. Credit for work taken at other institutions during the period of suspension will be at the discretion of the Academic Dean. Examples include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. property damage or theft more than $25 but less than $200.
2. possession of any illegal substances, drug paraphernalia, unauthorized prescriptions or other controlled substances.
3. tampering with fire equipment (when necessary, service fees will be charged in addition to the punitive fine).
4. setting off or initiating a false alarm of any kind.
5. storage or possession of firearms or any other type of weapon.
6. the alteration, destruction, or misuse of university documents, records, or student ID cards.
7. the unauthorized use of or entry into university facilities or the unauthorized possession of keys to university facilities.
8. deceiving a university official.
9. second offense - possession of alcohol in any container, full or empty, regardless of age.
10. first offense - intoxication.

11. conduct jeopardizing the health, safety, or civil rights of any member of the university community (includes sexual, mental or physical harassment whether by an individual or group). Generally harassment on the basis of religion, disability, race, or gender includes conduct that has the purpose or has the reasonably foreseeable effect of interfering with an individual's academic efforts, employment, or participation in institutionally sponsored activities. Such harassment also includes any activity that creates an intimidating, hostile, or demeaning environment.

Level 4 - Suspension and Possible Exclusion
Exclusion - a Level IV violation may result in exclusion which means permanent dismissal from the University. However, a Level IV violation may result in whatever sanctions the adjudicating officer or committee deems appropriate. Examples include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. possession with intent to sell any type of illegal substance.
2. Vandalism or theft in excess of $200
3. Reckless endangerment of life.
4. Excessive abuse of alcohol or drugs.
5. Any violation of local, state or federal criminal law.
6. Second offense - intoxication.
7. Sexual assault, rape, attempted sexual assault, or attempted rape.

Judicial Referral
Campus security officers, residence hall staff members, faculty members, students, or any other members of the university community should report incidents or other questionable student behavior to the Office of the Dean of Students. While Lambuth University does not search in online communities for evidence of conduct violations, the university reserves the right to consider as evidence material from an online community brought to the attention of a university official. The Dean of Students or designee will initiate an investigation. During any stage of the judicial process, a student shall be deemed to have pleaded guilty of the pending charges if he/she fails to cooperate, ignores, or otherwise does not respond within three (3) working days to a written notice from the adjudicating officer or body. The written notice should contain a description of the alleged violation, a brief statement of the evidence, and an explanation of the procedures for disposition.

Preliminary Review
The University recognizes that certain student rights exist during the judicial process. The student is afforded advance notice of the charges against him or her and the privilege of speaking in his or her own behalf. A student alleged to have violated university policy will be interviewed by the appropriate Student Development personnel. During the interview, the student will be given an opportunity to explain his or her version of the act or incident or to refute the allegations. The designated staff member will review the incident, taking into account the information provided by the student. A determination will be made, and the student will be advised as to whether or not sustained judicial proceedings are indicated. Any disciplinary action will be based on a determination that more likely than not a violation has occurred.

Judicial Hearing by Staff
Once the preliminary review is complete, students who are subject to judicial sanctions will be afforded a hearing with the Student Development staff member who directs or advises the program area where the alleged violation occurred (e.g. residence halls, intramurals, Greek Life, etc.). Infractions at Levels 3 and 4 will usually be adjudicated by the Dean of Students or designee. Judicial decisions by staff members that do not involve suspension or exclusion are final.

During the hearing, the student(s) shall be afforded the following: (1) advisement of the violations(s) of which he or she is charged, (2) opportunity to present evidence in his or her behalf and, (3) verbal notification of the imposed sanctions with written notification to follow within 3 working days. The Dean of Students may, but is not obligated to, refer for a hearing by the Student Affairs Committee any case which is unduly complex or which contains a genuinely disputed issue of facts(s).

The following procedures are available to the student prior to a sanction of suspension or exclusion by the Dean of Students:
1. The student shall be advised in writing of the time and place of the hearing at least (5) working days prior to the hearing and the specific charges and grounds which would justify suspension or exclusion under specified University regulations.
2. The student shall be afforded reasonable summary information prior to and during the hearing.
3. The student is responsible for presenting his or her own case, and the student has the privilege of presenting pertinent documented or written information or witnesses subject to the right of cross examination by the Dean of Students.
4. Formal rules of evidence shall not be applicable. The Dean of Students will ensure rules of confidentiality and privilege, but shall otherwise admit all matters into evidence which reasonable persons would accept having probative value in the conduct of the hearing. Unduly repetitious or irrelevant evidence may be excluded.
5. The student has the right to be accompanied by an adviser or counsel whose participation shall be limited to advising the student. Legal counsel may accompany the student, if the Dean of Students is notified at least 72 hours prior to the hearing. However, counsel's participation shall be limited to directly advising the student, i.e. legal counsel may not conduct direct or cross examination, make opening or closing statements, or engage in argument.
6. The student shall be verbally advised of the decision and the method of appeal, with written notification to follow within 3 working days of the hearing.

Appeals of Decisions by the Dean of Students
Appeals of judicial decisions by the Dean of Students, will be heard (again) by the Dean of Students if the reason for the appeal includes one or both of the following conditions:

1. There was an error in the judicial procedural process by the Dean of Students, which prejudiced the disciplined student to the extent that he or she was denied a fundamentally fair hearing as a result of error, or
2. The emergence of new evidence, which could have been previously discovered by the exercise of due diligence and which, had it been presented at the initial hearing, would have substantially affected the original decision of the Dean of Students.

If a student feels as if the sanction of suspension or exclusion, as decided by the Dean of Students, is an inappropriate sanction, this decision may be appealed to the Student Affairs Committee. The Student Affairs Committee will consider appeals of decisions by the Dean of Students in cases involving suspension or exclusion only if specific guidelines are met and followed. Guidelines for appeals to the Student Affairs Committee are outlined under "Appeals Process - Grounds for Appeal"

 

Judicial Hearing by Committee
The Student Affairs Committee may hear cases involving the possibility of suspension or exclusion through referral by the Dean of Students, or an appeal by a student. The following procedures are available to the students prior to a sanction by the Student Affairs Committee.
1. The student shall be advised in writing of the time and place of the hearing at least five (5) working days prior to the hearing and the specific charges and grounds which would justify suspension or exclusion under specified University regulations.
2. The student shall be afforded reasonable summary information prior to and during the hearing.
3. The student is responsible for presenting his or her own case, and the student has the privilege of presenting pertinent documented or written information or witnesses subject to the right of cross examination by the Student Affairs Committee.
4. Formal rules of evidence shall not be applicable. The presiding chair of the Student Affairs Committee shall insure the rules of confidentiality and privilege, but shall otherwise admit all matters into evidence, which reasonable persons would accept as having probative value in the conduct of the hearing. Unduly repetitious or irrelevant evidence may be excluded.
5. The student has the right to be accompanied by an advisor or counsel whose participation shall be limited to advising the student. The student may also be accompanied by legal counsel; however, counsel's participation shall be limited to directly advising the student, i.e., legal counsel may not conduct direct or cross-examine, make opening or closing statements, or engage in argument.
6. The student shall be verbally advised of the Student Affairs Committee's decision and of the method of appeal, with written notification to follow within 3 working days.

Interim Suspension
The Dean of Students or a designee may suspend a student for an interim period pending judicial proceedings. An interim suspension is to become immediately effective, without prior notice, upon a finding by the Dean of Students or a designee that the continued presence of the accused student on the university campus poses an immediate or substantial threat to the well-being of the accused or any other member of the university community, to the integrity of institutional property or personal property of members of the university community, or poses a substantial disruption of continuance of normal university functions.

During an interim suspension, the student shall be denied access to the residence halls and/or to campus (including classes), and/or all other university activities or privileges for which the student might otherwise be eligible as the Dean of Students or a designee may determine to be appropriate.

A preliminary hearing will be held by the Dean of Students or designee within two (2) workings days of the interim suspension to determine if the suspension should continue until a formal hearing of the charges can be held. A formal hearing concerning suspension or exclusion shall be held no later than five (5) working days after the preliminary hearing of the interim suspension.

Grounds for Appeal to the Student Affairs Committee
Only disciplinary sanctions resulting in suspension or exclusion may be appealed. It is the responsibility of the person or persons who first decided the case to inform the student of his/her right to appeal and to whom the appeal should be presented. An appeal before the Student Affairs Committee may be sought on one or more of the following bases:
1. an error in the judicial procedural process by the Student Affairs Committee which prejudiced the disciplined student to the extent that he or she was denied a fundamentally fair hearing as a result or the error, or
2. the emergence of new evidence which could not have been previously discovered by the exercise of due diligence and which, had it been presented at the initial hearing, would have substantially affected the original decision of the Student Affairs Committee, or
3. A disciplined student believes that suspension or exclusion imposed as a result of a hearing with the Dean of Students (or designee) is an inappropriate sanction.

Appellate Procedure
1. An appeal must be submitted in writing within 48 hours of the Student Affairs Committee decision to the Dean of Students office.
2. The appeal must state on what ground the appeal as outlined above is being made and why the student believes an appeal is warranted.
3. An appeal will be heard as soon as possible but no later than five (5) working days from the day the appeal is received by the Dean of Students.
4. A student may appeal a decision made by the Student Affairs Committee back to the Student Affairs Committee. The Student Affairs Committee will not conduct a rehearing, but will consider only the record made during the original hearing in relation to the student's stated grounds for appeal. The committee may, at its own discretion, permit written, or oral statements from the concerned parties at the time the appeal is considered.
5. A student may appeal the second decision of the Student Affairs Committee to the faculty in writing within 48 hours through the chairperson of the Faculty Council. If a member or the chairperson of the Faculty Council is also a member of the Student Affairs Committee, the Faculty Council members will chose other members of the council to hear the appeal.
6. An appeal to the Faculty Council must be based on the same grounds as the previous appeal to the Student Affairs Committee and will be heard as soon as possible but no later than five (5) working days from the day the appeal is received by the chairperson of the Faculty Council.
7. The Faculty Council shall not conduct a de novo hearing (a rehearing), but will consider only the record made during the original hearing in relation to the student's stated grounds for appeal. The Council may, at its own discretion, permit written or oral statements from the concerned parties at the time the appeal is considered.
8. Between the time the decision being appealed is made and the time of the hearing, the decision being appealed stands and must be obeyed by the student.

Action by Faculty Council:
The alternatives of the Faculty Council are:
a. to affirm the finding and the sanction imposed by the Student Affairs Committee.
b. to affirm the finding and reduce, but not eliminate, the sanction if the Faculty Council finds the sanctions to be grossly disproportionate to the offense because of errors in interpretation of university regulations.
c. to remand the case to the Student Affairs Committee to reconsider the sanction (1) if the appellate body finds the sanctions to be grossly disproportionate to the offense because of errors in interpretation of university regulations; (2) if specified procedural errors were so substantial as to effectively deny the student a fair hearing; or (3) if new and significant evidence becomes available which could not have been discovered by a properly diligent investigation before or during the original hearing. The decision of the Student Affairs Committee on remand shall be final and conclusive.
d. to uphold the appeal if the original finding is determined to have been arbitrary and capricious, or if new evidence originally provided on appeal to the Student Affairs Committee provides sufficient proof of innocence.

Judicial Policies
Substance Abuse Testing Policy for Student Athletes
Lambuth University is committed to providing a drug information and testing program consistent with conference and national regulation of intercollegiate athletes. When a student athlete tests positive for an illegal substance under this policy, the athlete is subject to punitive consequences as stated in this policy. The student athlete will be required by the Office of Student Development to complete substance abuse counseling by an approved counselor, at the expense of the student. The student must submit a letter of release from the counselor to the Dean of Students and the Athletic Director. A second offense will result in punitive action under the University's judicial process.

Counseling, Evaluation, and Treatment Programs
In some cases of misconduct, such as those committed under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, participation in an evaluation and/or treatment program by an approved counseling service may be required as a part of a sanction. Such treatment may also be a condition of readmission to the University or a condition of remaining at the University.

Victim's Rights
Students who are victimized by violations of the university's rules and regulations where the sanction of suspension or exclusion is sought against the alleged offender(s) shall be provided with certain rights. Additionally, although the victim's input shall be sought during the judicial process, the right and responsibility for disposition of any individual complaint is reserved to the University. If a victim withdraws his or her complaint or refuses to cooperate during the course of a judicial proceeding, the University reserves the right to proceed using such other evidence as may be available. The rights provided to the victim are as follows:
1. The victim shall be advised in writing of the time and place of the hearing at least five (5) working days prior to the hearing.
2. The victim shall be given the opportunity to meet with the Dean of Students to discuss the judicial process.
3. The victim shall be given an opportunity to submit a written account of the alleged incident.
4. The victim shall have the right to be accompanied at all stages of the judicial process by an advisor whose participation shall be limited to advising the student.
5. The victim shall be afforded an opportunity to testify during a judicial hearing.
6. The victim has the right to decline to testify during a judicial hearing, with the knowledge that such action could result in dismissal of the allegations for lack of evidence.
7. The victim shall be allowed to submit a written impact statement to the Student Affairs Committee.
8. The victim shall be notified in writing of the adjudicating officer or group decision.

Lambuth University reserves the right to institute judicial proceedings and to impose sanctions for actions not specifically listed in the student handbook.

VI: Tuition and Fees

Advance Payments
New students are required to submit a $100 room deposit/class reservation fee if they plan to attend Lambuth University. This fee is refundable until May 1. All returning students who plan to live in a residence hall must pay a $100 room deposit. Payment in each case will be credited to the student's account. No scholarship, loan, or other award may be applied against the advance payment.

Fees Due at Registration
All charges for tuition, fees, room, and board are due and payable in full on or before the day of registration. Students may choose the deferred Payment plan offered by Tuition Management Services. Lambuth also accepts personal banking checks or major credit cards such MasterCard, Visa, Discover Card, or American Express. Students must come prepared to buy their books from the University Bookstore. Students completing registration with a credit balance may charge books only against that credit. A service charge of $25 will be made for each returned check.

No student will be allowed to register for any semester if that student has an outstanding balance for any previous semester, and no transcript (official or unofficial) will be issued for any student until that student's account is paid in full. No student will receive a diploma until that student has paid his/her account in full.

The tuition charged is $7990 per term for students enrolled in 12-17 credit hours. Students registering for less than 12 credit hours will pay $665 per hour. Students registering for more than 17 credit hours will pay $333 per hour above 17 except when the overload is caused by university honors, departmental honors, performance in theatre, or music ensembles, such as band or choir. Adult learners registered for less than 12 hours will pay $500 per credit hour. All other fees are outlined in the Lambuth University Catalog.

Resources including special counseling, the Academic Support Center, Career Planning and Testing Services and tutorial services are available at no extra charge to all students registered for 12 or more hours. Students registered for fewer than 12 hours are eligible for all religious activities; library services; admission to home athletic contests; fine arts programs (excluding Lambuth Theater productions) and social events; and use of University athletic facilities at regularly scheduled periods. Other resources are available at minimum additional charges. Information concerning these services and charges is available in the Office of Student Development.

All students in education courses requiring observation hours, tutorials, practice, or student teaching must purchase STEA personal liability insurance within the first full week of classes. Personal liability insurance is required by law for students participating in the aforementioned programs or activities. No Lambuth student will be placed in local public schools without this insurance. Prices will vary, and every effort will be made to keep fees reasonable. The exact price will be announced on the first day of each education class.
Lambuth University reserves the privilege of changing any or all charges at the beginning of any term if necessary to meet budget requirements.

Deferred Payment Plan
A student's account must be paid in full at the time of registration. However, Lambuth offers a deferred payment plan (four payments) for payment of student accounts. Financial arrangements must be made through the Office of Business Services. This is a four-payment plan set up by the University. Students who use this option must adhere to the policy. The four-payment deferred plan will be calculated as follows:

1st Payment - One fourth of balance must be paid on or
before the date designated at pre-registration
in order to retain pre-registered classes; or
on the day of registration for each semester
2nd Payment - September 20 Fall semester
February 7 Spring semester
3rd Payment - October 18 Fall semester
March 7 Spring semester
4th Payment - November 22 Fall semester
April 4 Spring semester

Lambuth will apply a monthly service fee of 1% to the total outstanding balance on the account. A student must settle his or her account for the current and/or previous semester including charges accumulated during the present term of enrollment before a grade report, transcript, or diploma is released, and before being eligible to re-enroll for a subsequent semester.

Refunds
The room deposit for a current student is refundable if the request is made by May 1. The technology fees and special fees, with the exception of the key/breakage deposit, are not refundable. Key/breakage deposits are refundable, as warranted, only to students who have settled their accounts in full.
When a student withdraws from the University during a semester, a refund calculation will be made based upon one of the following:

A. A Pro-Rata Refund will be performed for students who are enrolled as first-time Lambuth students if they withdraw before 50% of the semester has elapsed. This calculation is performed in accordance with Federal Regulations.
B. Any student who is not a first-time student at Lambuth will have a refund calculated in accordance with Federal Regulations by both the institutional policy as well as the Federal Refund Policy. The calculation providing the largest refund will be used.

Institutional Policy
Period of Enrollment Tuition refund
Within one week 90%
Within two weeks 70%
Within three weeks 40%
Within four weeks 20%
Over four weeks No refund

Federal Policy
A. Withdrawal on first day of any class, refund will be not less than 100% of the student's institutional charges, less an administrative fee, if any;
B. Withdrawal after first day of class, up to and including the end of the first 10% (in time) of the period of enrollment, refund will be at least 90% of the students institutional charges, less an administrative fee, if any;
C. Withdrawal after the first 10% of the period of enrollment, up to and including the end of the first 25% (in time) of the period of enrollment, refund will be a least 50% of the students institutional charges, less an administrative fee, if any;
D. Withdrawal after the first 25% of the period of enrollment, up to and including the end of the first 50% (in time) of the period of enrollment, refund will be at least 25% of the students institutional charges, less an administrative fee, if any;
E. Withdrawal after the first 50% will result in 0% refund.
*Period of enrollment is based upon date of registration and the day of formal withdrawal as recorded in the Office of the Registrar. May and Summer terms refunds will be prorated on a similar basis depending on the length of the term.
Charges for meals are refundable on a weekly, pro-rata basis up to the fourth week of classes. Students dismissed for academic or disciplinary reasons are not entitled to refunds.

Student Aid
Lambuth offers a comprehensive program of financial aid, allowing many students to earn bachelor degrees who otherwise could not afford higher education. Applications for financial aid and a financial aid booklet containing all the necessary information are available in the Financial Aid Office. Students requiring financial assistance for the following year should make application by February 15.

VII: Student Records

Judicial Records
Judicial files will be voided if the student is found to be innocent of the alleged violation(s). Students will be notified both verbally and in writing, of disciplinary actions taken against them. Judicial records involving sanctions other than a suspension or exclusion will be retained for one (1) year after the student graduates (or permanently leaves the university). In case of a delayed graduation, judicial records will be kept on file for a maximum of four (4) years from the date sanctions were implemented unless the sanction specifies that it should be retained for a longer period. A permanent file will be maintained if a student is suspended or excluded. No reference to the suspension or exclusion will be made on the student's transcript. A student's judicial record(s) may be considered during sanctioning in the event of further violations. All judicial records are kept confidential. However, other university officials are notified when appropriate.

Transfer information (admission to other colleges or universities)
Application to another school is considered to be and serves as granting the University permission to send judicial records and/or summaries of judicial proceedings and outcomes to that institution, as many colleges require this information prior to admission as a transfer student.

Educational Records
Lambuth University complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 commonly known as the Buckley Amendment. In general, this act prohibits the disclosure of personally identifiable information to a third party from a student's or former student's education records without the student's written consent except in those cases where legitimate educational interest exists and gives students a right to inspect and challenge the accuracy of their records and to have corrections made (in the case of established error) or offer explanation within those records. Parents of students who are "dependent" as defined by the Internal Revenue Code also have identical rights as regards their children's education records. Students and parents are notified annually of their FERPA rights and Lambuth's policy about those rights by publication in the Student Handbook. For purposes of this policy, Lambuth University uses the following definitions of terms:
STUDENT - any person who is registered or has registered at Lambuth and whose records are in the files of the University.
PERSONALLY IDENTIFIABLE - means data or information which includes such items as the student's name, parents, or family members, address, social security number, personal characteristics, or other identifiers that would make a student's identity easily traceable.
EDUCATION RECORDS - any record (in handwriting, print, tapes, film, electronic data storage or any other medium) maintained by Lambuth or an agent of the University, which is directly related to a student, except:
1. A personal record kept by a staff member if it is kept in the sole possession of the maker of the record and is not accessible or revealed to any other person except a temporary substitute for the maker of the record.
2. An employment record of an individual whose employment is not contingent on the fact that he or she is a student, provided the record is used only in relation to the individual's employment.
3. Records maintained by Lambuth University if the record is maintained solely for law enforcement purposes, is revealed only to law enforcement agencies of the same jurisdiction, and that unit does not have access to education records maintained by the University.
4. Records maintained by the University Nurse and the Infirmary if the records are used only for treatment of a student and made available only to those persons providing the treatment.
5. Alumni records which contain information about a student after he or she is no longer in attendance at Lambuth and which do not relate to the person as a student.
SCHOOL OFFICIAL - any person employed by the University in administrative, supervisory, coaching, academic, research or support staff position; or a person employed by or under contract to the University to perform a special task, such as the attorney or auditor.
LEGITIMATE EDUCATIONAL INTEREST - when any official is performing a task specified in his or her position description or by a contract agreement; or when any official is performing a task related to a student's education; or when any official is performing a task related to the discipline of a student; or when any official is providing a service or benefit relating to the student or student's family such as health care, counseling, job placement or financial aid; or when any official has responsibility for placement in courses, institutional research and testing, awarding of honors, membership in honor societies, eligibility for participation in sports, eligibility to run for office in student government or campus organizations, participation in student government or campus organizations, and academic advising. Also included are situations in which students serve on established university committees and by virtue of a task assigned to them, some legitimate "need to know" exists for these students. This "need to know" must be supported by the institutional responsibilities assigned to an individual or to a committee. It is the responsibility of the respective Records Custodian to assess "legitimate educational interest" or "need to know" when disseminating personally identifiable information to school officials and/or students serving in an official capacity. A critical factor in this judgment is to ascertain whether or not all or parts of a student's record are essential for an official function related to that record. Disclosure to a school official or student serving in an official capacity who has legitimate educational interest does not constitute institutional authority to transmit, share or disclose all or part of any FERPA information received to a third party.

School officials and students serving in an official capacity are restricted to seeking FERPA information within the context of the responsibilities that they have been assigned and they must use any such information received within the context of official University business, not for extraneous purposes.

Right to Inspect Education Records
a. Students are guaranteed the right to inspect and review their education records when submitting a request to an appropriate record custodian.
b. Students should submit to the proper record custodian or an appropriate Lambuth staff person a written request (in some cases oral requests are sufficient), which identifies as precisely as possible the record or records he or she wishes to inspect.
c. The record custodian or an appropriate University staff person will make the needed arrangements for access as promptly as possible and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. Access must be given in 45 days or less from the receipt of the request but is usually given at Lambuth with relative immediacy.
d. Students may not remove, change or in any way alter all or any portion of the record in question.
e. When a record contains information about more than one student, the student may inspect and review only that part of the record pertaining to him/her.

Right of Lambuth to Refuse Access
Lambuth University reserves the right to refuse to permit a student to inspect the following records:
1. The financial statement of the student's parents.
2. Letters and statements of recommendation for which the student has waived his or her right of access, or which were placed in files before January 1, 1975.
3. Records connected with an application to attend Lambuth University or a component of Lambuth if that application was denied.
4. Any records which are excluded from the FERPA definition of education records.

Right of Lambuth to Refuse Materials
Lambuth University reserves the right to deny transcripts, grades, diplomas, or copies of records not required to be made available by FERPA in the following situations:
1. The student has an unpaid financial obligation to the University.
2. There is an unresolved judicial (disciplinary) issue involving the student.
3. The student has an incomplete admissions status.
These stipulations do not in any way abrogate or abridge the student's right to examine or inspect personally his or her records or to challenge the accuracy of those records.

Fees for Copies of Records
Lambuth University entitles each student to one copy of his or her transcript without charge, and each additional copy is $2.00. Lambuth will FAX transcripts in exceptional circumstances and the charge is $5.00. Replacement diplomas are $75.00. Lambuth reserves the right to make reasonable increases in fees by giving annual notice in the Lambuth Catalog. All requests for transcripts must be in writing and must be signed.

Disclosure of Education Records
Lambuth University will disclose personally identifiable information from a student's education records to a third party only with the written consent of the student except:
1. To school officials who have a legitimate educational interest in the records.
2. To officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.
3. To certain officials of the U.S. Department of Education, the Comptroller General, and state and local educational authorities, in connection with certain state or federally supported education programs.
4. To officials in connection with a student's request for or receipt of financial aid, as necessary to determine the eligibility, amount or conditions of the financial aid, or to enforce the terms and conditions of the aid.
5. If required by state law requiring disclosure that was adopted before November 19, 1974.
6. To organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the University.
7. To accrediting organizations to carry out their functions.
8. To parents of an eligible student who claim the student as a dependent for income tax purposes.
9. To comply with a judicial order or a lawfully issued subpoena.
10. To appropriate parties in a health or safety emergency.
11. To an alleged victim of any crime of violence of the results of any institutional judicial proceeding against the alleged perpetrator of that crime with respect to that crime.

 

12. To University committees or to those persons or students assigned an official function related to a University committee or to a University sanctioned function or activity where legitimate "need to know" exists.
13. To athletic conferences to certify athletic eligibility and for certain honors.

Types, Locations and Custodians of Education Records
Record Types Location Custodian
Admissions Admissions Office Director of
Admissions
Admissions Registrar's Office Registrar
Cumulative Academic Registrar's Office Registrar
Health Health Services Health Svcs. Dir.
Financial Aid Business Office Business Manager
Financial Aid Financial Aid Office Dir. Of Financial
Aid
Teacher Licensure Dept. of Education Ed. Dept. Chair
Placement Career Development Career
Progress (academic) Faculty Office Instructor
Judicial Student Development Dean of Students
Occasional Appropriate official will Appropriate assist student as needed Official

Record of Requests for Disclosure
Lambuth University will maintain a record of all requests for and disclosure of personally identifiable information from a student's education records. This record may be reviewed by eligible students, responsible institutional officials, state and federal auditors, and others as prescribed by law. Records of requests and disclosures do not have to maintained for:
1. those requests made by students for their own use,
2. those disclosures made with the written consent of students,
3. those disclosures made to school officials, committees, or those acting in an official capacity for an University sanctioned function under the conditions that allow such disclosures, or
4. those disclosures made to a party seeking directory information.

Directory Information
Lambuth University has designated the following items as Directory Information: student name, home address, telephone number, dates of attendance, class, previous institutions attended, major and minor fields of study, awards, honors, degrees sought or awarded, participation in officially recognized sports and activities, athletic information, weight and height of members of athletic teams, religious preference, faculty advisor, name of parents, guardians or spouse, sex, photograph, date and place of birth and country of citizenship, residence hall room and phone number.

The University may disclose any of these items on any student or former student without prior written consent unless the Dean of Records is notified in writing not to do so. Current students must give written notification within one week after their official registration for any given term that certain information is not to be disclosed. This request must be repeated for each subsequent term of attendance (within one week of official registration for those terms) if students wish to continue to restrict publication of certain information about themselves. Former students wishing directory information withheld must have had such a request in operation during their last term at Lambuth. Lambuth will honor these requests until the University is appropriately released. Former students cannot make a non-disclosure request after separating from the University. Non-disclosure requests pertain only to directory information.
Directory information will not be published on any basis for general off-campus distribution nor for commercial purposes but will be furnished to outside parties who demonstrate a bona fide need to know. In general, records of disclosure are not maintained on the release of directory information, as it is not considered confidential.

Right to Correct and Challenge Education Records
Students have the right to request to have their records corrected that they believe are inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of their privacy rights. Following are the procedures for the correction of records:
1. A student must ask the appropriate official of Lambuth University to amend a record. In so doing, the student should identify in writing that part of the record he or she wants amended and specify why that part is believed to be inaccurate, misleading or in violation of their privacy rights.
2. Lambuth University may or may not decide to amend the record in question. If it decides not to amend, Lambuth will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of the right to a hearing to challenge the information believed to be inaccurate, misleading or in violation of their privacy rights.
3. Upon request, Lambuth will arrange for a hearing and notify the student - reasonably in advance - of the date, place, and time of the hearing.

4. The hearing will be conducted by a hearing officer who is a disinterested party; however, the hearing officer may be an official of the institution. The student shall be afforded a full and fair opportunity to present evidence relevant to the issues raised in the original request to amend the student's education records. The student may be assisted by one or more individuals, including an attorney.
5. Lambuth University will prepare a written decision based solely on the evidence presented at the hearing. The decision will include a summary of the evidence presented and the reasons for the decision.
6. If Lambuth University decides that the challenged information is not inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of privacy rights and will not amend a record, it will notify the student that he or she has a right to place in the record a statement commenting on the challenged information and/or a statement setting forth reasons for disagreeing with the decision.
7. The statement will be maintained as part of the student's education records as long as the contested portion is maintained. If Lambuth discloses the contested portion of the record it must also disclose the statement.
8. If Lambuth decides that the information is inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the student's privacy rights, it will amend the record and notify the student, in writing, that the record has been amended.

Retention of Records
Lambuth University periodically reviews and destroys certain student educational records. Specific policies applicable to the retention of specific types of records are available in the respective responsible offices. No record will be destroyed if access to it is under appropriate request for inspection or for amendment.

Student Authorized Release
Lambuth students may authorize Lambuth to release information form copies of their educational records to other parties by coming to the proper office and executing the required procedure for release. Former students may omit the use of certain procedures by making requests by writing a letter to the appropriate office (and in some cases FAX). The student (or former student) must indicate what information or record is to be released, the purpose of release, and the party to whom it is to be released. This consent for disclosure must be signed and dated. Further information about FERPA may be obtained in the Office of the Registrar located in Varnell-Jones Hall at Lambuth.

Student Right to Know Act
In compliance with the Student Right to Know Act from the Federal Department of Education, Lambuth University makes available to students and prospective students appropriate information for review in the Office of the Registrar located in Varnell-Jones Hall. This information relates to Lambuth's graduation rates and athletically related student aid as required by the Act.

Soloman Amendment
The Federal Government now requires that certain items of directory information on current students be made available to recruiters for the Armed Services of the United States at their request. Those items are: name, address, year of birth, phone number, class and major.

VIII: Computing and Network Use

Introduction:
The Lambuth University provides campus-wide computing facilities and network services to students, faculty, and staff as support to the instructional and research mission of the University. The University strives to provide fair and distributed access to computing and network facilities for a large number of users. The proper use of technology resources follows the same standards of common sense, courtesy, and restraint that govern the use of other shared resources on campus. Improper use prevents others from accessing shared facilities.

Individual Responsibilities:
The interplay of privilege and responsibility related to technology and other resources is intended to engender trust and intellectual freedom that forms the heart of our community. Each person is expected to balance his or her privilege and responsibility and be an active and contributing member of the community. Awareness and knowledge regarding the use of information and the technology used to process, store, and transmit it is expected of every lambuth student. The use of Lambuth's computer facilities and network is a privilege, not a right. Each individual is responsible for selecting; viewing, and utilizing appropriate resources and avoiding excessive use of the system that could interfere with other university purposes. The following policies and practices are intended to be helpful in the proper use of Lambuth's technology resources.

 

Policies and Practices:
These policies and practices apply to all computers connected to the campus network, including those in residence halls and all other campus buildings and facilities. They also apply to individuals using remote access connections. In addition to access of the campus network, the university provides access to other networks or computers. Each network or system has its own set of policies and procedures. User (i.e. Any student using any network or campus computing facility) must abide by the policies and procedures of these other networks and systems.

A. Network Connection: Services provided by Lambuth University include, but are not limited to: Internet access; FTP; Telnet; and World Wide Web services.

1. By connecting to the Lambuth University network, the student user agrees to abide by the policies and practices involving network access. The user also agrees to hold harmless Lambuth University from any claims resulting from use of this service. Lambuth University specifically denies any responsibility for accuracy or quality of information obtained through its services including, and not limited to, costs incurred as a result of loss or use of computer programs or data, claims by third parties, or similar costs.
2. By connecting to the Lambuth University network, the user grants permission to Lambuth University to enforce the terms and conditions of Internet usage policies and practices.
3. User is allowed one Internet connection in the residence hall room to which she or he is assigned by the housing office.
4. User must have anti-virus software installed on any systems connected to the network. User is responsible for keeping anti-virus software updated. Network privileges will be revoked for any user failing to maintain updated anti-virus software.
5. User is responsible for keeping operating systems software updated. Network privileges will be revoked for any user failing to maintain updated system software.
6. User will attach no router, switch, hub or server is to the Lambuth network. Any devices that provide such services will be immediately disconnected from the campus network. All types of servers are prohibited, including but not limited to, web servers, FTP servers, IRC/chat servers, streaming audio/video servers, web cameras, DHCP servers, mail servers, anonymous remailers, and file servers. This includes Windows and MacOS personal file sharing services.
8. Use of any type of "packet sniffing" or other similar program or device by Users is strictly prohibited
9. Systems found to be running programs that disrupt network services or attack (including denial of service attacks) machines on or outside the campus network will be disconnected immediately. Depending upon the situation, disciplinary action may be taken by the university
10. The distribution of copyright protected materials is illegal and is in direct violation of this policy. Distribution of copyright protected software is similarly prohibited unless the copyright specifically allows redistribution, such as software covered under a "freeware" type license, such as the gnu general public license, or by express permission of the copyright holder.
11. User is responsible for all traffic originating from their machine, regardless of whether they generated it or realize that they have violated any specific policies. In most cases, unintentional violations will result in a temporary loss of network access pending the resolution of the problem.
12. Use of information or software obtained via Lambuth's services is at the student's own risk.
13. User cannot make use of the network for commercial use or financial gain.

B. Use of Computer Laboratories and Other Campus Computer Facilities: Lambuth provides a number of computer laboratories and other communal computer facilities for the general academic use of students.
1. Misuse or damage of hardware, software, network resources, or materials in computer laboratories will result disciplinary action.
2. User must respect the integrity of the physical computing facilities and controls, and respect all pertinent policies, laws, licenses, and contractual agreements.
3. The same responsibilities apply to the use of computers in the computer laboratories as stated elsewhere in these policies and practices.

C. E-mail and Access to Network Connected Computers: Students may use the campus network for sending and receiving e-mail communications.
1. The content and maintenance of a user's electronic mailbox are the user's responsibility. Users are expected to check their electronic mail frequently and delete unwanted messages as soon as possible. Note that the University does not provide facilities for sending or receiving confidential messages, as outlined in the Electronic and Communications Privacy Act of 1989, Title 18, United States Code, Sections 2510 and following. Therefore, electronic mail messages are not private and can be accessed by others. The contents and maintenance of the user's own storage area is the user's responsibility. As such, the user is expected to keep the number of files to a minimum.
2. User is prohibited form sending abusive, threatening, or harassing messages.
3. E-mail is intended to be private, and viewable only by the student and the person to whom it is addressed. The person to whom the e-mail is addressed is not legally required to keep it private.
4. E-mail is sent plain text over a network and Lambuth University cannot guarantee that others will not view it. The University does not guarantee the confidentiality of any information entering or residing on the network.

Enforcement Of Policies And Disciplinary Action: The University will take such action as is necessary to insure the proper use of computing and network resources.

1. Lambuth University reserves the right to manage and control the network and/or facilities of the University and to take such actions it deems necessary to guarantee the integrity and functionality of the network and/or other facilities.
2. The University reserves the right to access and examine any system connected to the Lambuth network.
3. Alleged violations of policy will be investigated. During an investigation, University representatives, with due regard for the right of privacy of users and the confidentiality of their data, reserve the right to suspend or modify computer access privileges, monitor network access, examine files, passwords, and accounting information, printouts, tapes, and other material which might aid in an investigation of possible violation. Whenever possible, notification of the user will be given in advance. Users are expected to cooperate in such investigations.