Campus Policies 

Student Conduct

W. L. Bonner College provides a campus environment conducive to learning and to the successful attainment of student goals. Respect for the rights of others, openness to new and different ideas, acceptance of individuals from different backgrounds and cultures, and belief in the worth and dignity of all people are encouraged. The college’s Student Handbook and Code of Conduct reinforce this concept and outline the rights and responsibilities of students.

Drug-Free Campus Policy

In accordance with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989, WLBC has implemented a program to prevent the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol by students and employees.

College standards of conduct clearly prohibit the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol on college property or as part of any college activity. Sanctions up to and including expulsion, termination of college employment and referral for prosecution will be imposed for the violation of these standards. A complete description of the applicable legal sanctions, the associated health risks of alcohol and drug abuse, and the counseling, treatment and rehabilitation programs available to students is provided in the WLBC Student Handbook, which may be received from the Office of Student Affairs.

Parking

Students are not required to register their vehicles to park on campus property. All students may park in areas not reserved for permit only (faculty and staff) visitors, handicapped, loading zones, etc.

Safety

WLBC complies with guidelines of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Federal Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSHA) to insure a safe environment. When necessary, personnel are required to wear protective equipment to prevent injury. The cost of equipment is listed under the specific curriculum in this catalog, or can be obtained from the bookstore. In addition, WLBC adheres to the guidelines of the Campus Security Act. Campus Security information is available to all students and applicants at the Office of Student Affairs.

Smoking

In the interest of health and to create a smoke-free environment, smoking in all buildings as well as the campus grounds, is expressly prohibited at WLBC in dormitories, office buildings, cafeteria, and gymnasium.

Plagiarism

Students should display respect for the intellectual property of the authors whose work they study.  Thus, all students should refrain from using words or thoughts from other authors without proper reference.  All references to the thoughts and words of such must be properly cited (see MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers: by Joseph Gibaldi).

Student Complaints

As members of the academic community, students are entitled to all rights and responsibilities accorded them by the laws of this community. The process by which students may file grievances concerning harassment, discrimination and other matters or appeal academic decisions is outlined in the WLBC Student Handbook, which may be obtained through the Office of Student Affairs.