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Records

 

Confidentiality of Records (FERPA)

  • The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA)* is designed to protect the privacy of a student’s educational records, and applies to all schools which receive funds from the U.S. Department of Education. Information about Seattle Colleges students is collected, maintained, and used to meet the college’s educational objectives. Students are protected against improper disclosure of their records. These rights begin with the first day of class and extend to all former students.

    *Amended in November 1996 ( by the Improving American Schools Acts of 1994 )

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Rights and Educational Records

  • Students have the rights to inspect, request amendment, consent to disclosures and file complaints regarding their educational records.

    The FERPA federal law affords students certain rights with respect to their educational records.

    1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days of the day the college receives a request for access. Students should submit written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect to the registrar, dean, head of the academic department, or other appropriate official. The college official will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place that the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the college official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed.

    2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the student believes are inaccurate, misleading or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA. A student who wishes to ask the College to amend a record should write the college official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record the student wants changed, and specify why it should be changed. If the College decides not to amend the record, as requested, the College will notify the student in writing of the decision and the student’s right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of a right to a hearing.

    3. The right to provide written consent before the College discloses personally identifiable information from the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure with our consent. The College discloses education records without a student’s prior written consent under the FERPA exception for disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the College in an administrative, supervisory, academic, research or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom the College has contracted or is assigned to provide a service instead of using College employees or officials (such as an attorney, auditor, collection agent, or a clinical, intern, or extern site); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks.

      A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibilities for the College.

      In addition, upon request, the college discloses education records without consent to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

    4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the college to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The office administering FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Ave. SW, Washington, DC 20202-5901.

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Disclosure of Student Directory Information

  • The College may disclose the following directory information unless a student affirmatively submits a written notice to the Registrar’s Office requesting his/her directory information not be released.

    Directory information includes:

    • Student's name
    • The act of enrollment in the college
    • Date(s) of enrollment
    • Division or area of study
    • Awards granted to the student by the college
    • Participation in officially recognized activities in sports
    • Weight and height of athletic team members
    • Email address

    Exceptions

    • Judicial subpoena of records, upon condition that the college makes a reasonable effort to notify the student in advance of release of records.
    • Emergency situations, if knowledge of personal information is necessary to protect the health or safety of a student or other person(s).
    • Military requests (Solomon Amendment)
    • Student Clearinghouse Submissions

    For more information regarding student rights, students should contact the Registration office on each campus.

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Student ID Numbers (SID) / Social Security Number (SSN) / Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN)

  • Student identification numbers are used in college transactions. Students are assigned individual student identification numbers (SID numbers) for use in college transactions such as web-based services and other student services. To comply with federal laws, the colleges are required to ask for the student’s Social Security Number (SSN) or Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN).

    Colleges use the SSN / ITIN to report American Opportunity Tax Credit / Lifetime Learning tax credit, to administer state-federal financial aid, to verify enrollment, degree and academic transcript records, and to conduct institutional research. Pursuant to state law (RCW 28B.10.042) and federal law (Family Rights and Privacy Act), the college will protect the student’s SSN from unauthorized use and/or disclosure.

    If a student does not submit a SSN / ITIN, the student will not be denied access to the college; however, the student may be subject to civil penalties (refer to Internal Revenue Service Treasury Regulation 1.6050S-1(e)(4) for more information).

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Behavior, Environment & Physical Safety

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Campus Security Numbers

Students should use the same caution as they would in any public place in taking care of their personal safety and personal belongings.

  • Call 911 for serious emergencies.
  • Central 206.934.5442
  • North 206.934.3636
  • South 206.934.5157
  • SVI 206.934.4933

Safety & Security

Students are obligated to respect the rights of others and to refrain from any actions endangering the health, safety, and welfare or property of others. Students are expected to comply with the policies, procedures & regulations approved by the Board of Trustees and the Washington State and federal regulations. MORE >

Campus Crime Data

Statistics on criminal incidents, as required by the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, are available at college safety/security offices, as well as on individual campus websites. Data the last three years, along with general information, can be found at the following site – ope.ed.gov/Security. This informational service is provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education.

View instructions on how to easily find information on the above site: MORE >

  1. In the right sidebar, select link option — Get data for one institution / campus
  2. In the textbox labeled – Name of Institution – enter one of the following:
    • Seattle Central
    • North Seattle
    • South Seattle
    • Seattle Community
    NOTE:  Seattle Community  will return list of all campuses
  3. Click the Search button
  4. Click the link for desired location to view data

Accidents, Personal Safety & Reports

The students’ well-being and safety are of utmost importance. It is vital that everyone follow strict safety procedures recommended in all classes, particularly professional-technical classes. In the event of an on-campus accident or injury, students and faculty should report the accident to the Security Office so the injury can be addressed and an accident report completed.

Do not hesitate to immediately call 911 for serious injuries.

Instructors must be notified if the accident occurs during class.
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Alcohol and Drugs

Alcohol and drugs are prohibited. The district prohibits the abuse of alcohol and the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession and use of illicit drugs. This policy applies to all employees and students of the Seattle Colleges while they are on District property or while they are conducting college business, regardless of location. To provide a healthy, safe, and secure working and learning environment, each employee and student of the Seattle College District is expected to be in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform assigned duties and fully participate in the learning process. Seattle College District Policy 249(“Drug-Free Workplace”) is detailed at http://seattlecolleges.edu/district/policies/documentdisplay.aspx?policyID=pol249. Resources for students and employees who need assistance with substance abuse problems, are outlined in a brochure available on each campus and in the two printable PDFs below:

Flier: SCCD Drug Policy (Nov. 2010)
http://www.nida.nih.gov/drugpages.html
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Firearms

The possession of firearms on campus is not allowed.

Workplace Violence / Hostile Work Environment

Workplace violence or a hostile work environment will not be tolerated at the Seattle Colleges. (From Policy 451)

Sexual Harassment

The Seattle College District (SCD) is committed to providing a working and educational environment that is free from sexual harassment of any kind. It is not tolerated at any District institution. All employees and students have the right to a working and educational environment free from sexual harassment. This institution defines sexual harassment as unwelcom sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature. Employees and students are encouraged to report their concerns or complaints about sexual harassment. Retaliation against any individual for making a complaint about or cooperating in a sexual harassment is not permitted. Student complaints regarding sexual harassment shall be processed in accordance with District Policy and Procedure 419. MORE >

Smoking

Smoking is prohibited indoors, and within 25 feet of the entrance to any public building, per Washington state law.

Traffic Laws

State motor vehicle laws and the Seattle traffic code apply to campus traffic. Campus speed limit is 15 mph unless otherwise posted.

Disciplinary Action

Disciplinary action will be taken against students who violate standards of conduct established by the college. If informal procedures do not resolve the issue, formal committee proceedings may be initiated.


HIV/AIDS

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Transmission of HIV and Prevention of AIDS

To ensure the health and well-being of our college community, and to be in compliance with state codes, the Seattle Colleges provide the following resources for information about transmission of the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV), the causative factor leading to Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS).

Complete and current information about specific risk factors for HIV/AIDS is available through the following sources at the Seattle/King County Department of Health.

HIV/AIDS Program
400 Yesler Way, 3rd Floor
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: 206.296.4649
Website: “Questions and Answers about HIV and AIDS” at
www.kingcounty.gov/healthservices/health/communicable/hiv.aspx


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Emergency Preparedness & Communications

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The Seattle Colleges work together to develop and share procedures and communications tools for use during unforeseen emergencies. Because the safety of students and staff is of greatest concern, a variety of systems are now available at each campus, and safety measures are being strengthened on an ongoing basis.

Among resources available to students, faculty and staff is SeattleColleges Alerts, which is powered by Rave Mobile Safety. These alerts allow the colleges to communicate quickly with students and employees during weatherrelated delays, closures and other campus emergencies, by sending alerts to computers and mobile devices, via email and text message. seattlecolleges.edu/alerts.

For more information about emergency communications and contacts, preparing for an emergency, and procedures for closure at the Seattle Colleges: seattlecolleges.edu/district/emergencies/workplace911.aspx.

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District-wide Information

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Equal Opportunity Statement

  • The Seattle College District is committed to the concept and practice of equal opportunity for all its students, employees, and applicants in education, employment, services and contracts, and does not discriminate on the basis of race or ethnicity, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran or disabled veteran, political affiliation or belief, citizenship/status as a lawfully admitted immigrant authorized to work in the United States, or presence of any physical, sensory or mental disability, except where a disability may impede performance at an acceptable level. In addition, reasonable accommodations will be made for known physical or mental limitations for all otherwise qualified persons with disabilities. Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures may be directed to the college’s Title IX/RCW 28A.640 officer and/or Section 504/ADA coordinator. This information is available in other languages.

    Title IX/Chapter 28A.640 RCW Officer
    Central & SVI Kathryn Woodley 206.934.4125
    North David Bittenbender 206.934.7792
    South V.P. of Student Services 206.934.6415

    Section 504/ADA Coordinator
    Central & SVI Al Souma 206.934.4169
    North Rebecca Cory 206.934.7808
    South Roxanne Tillman 206.934.5137
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Reasonable Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

  • Alternative Telephone Access: People who are deaf, hard of hearing, deaf-blind or speech-disabled may access the colleges through free communication services provided by the Washington Relay Service:
    TTY text-telephone: 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384
    Voice carry-over (VCO): 1-800-833-6386
    Hearing carry-over (HCO): 1-800-833-6388
    Speech-to-speech (STS): 1-877-833-6341

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  • Disability Support Services Offices provide physical and programmatic accommodations to persons with documented disabilities.

    This is carried out within the overall goals and mission of the Seattle Colleges Policy and Procedure 387 “Reasonable Accommodations for Students with Disabilities.” To be eligible for disability-related services, students must have a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Under the ADA and Section 504, a person has a disability if he or she has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more of the major life activities (walking, standing, seeing, speaking, hearing, sitting, breathing, and taking care of oneself).

    Legal Authority: U.S. Americans with Disabilities Act (P.L. 93-112) and RCW 49.60.

    On each campus, Disability Support Services is the designated office that obtains and files disability-related documents, certifies eligibility for services, helps determine academic adjustments, and consults for the provision of such accommodations. Academic adjustments are provided to ensure access to all community college courses, programs, counseling, activities, and facilities.

    Disability Support Services provides or arranges a variety of auxiliary services to the community college, such as sign language interpreters, assistive technology, exam modifications, and academic assistance. Auxiliary requests such as Brailing or books on tape are to be requested at least 6 weeks in advance. There may be a delay in services with less notification. Request for interpreting services with less than four week’s notice for ongoing classes can result in delayed services. At least 3 business days are required for special requests/one time services and at least a week’s notice for high profile events.

    The Disability Support Services Office offers consultation to faculty, staff, and classified employees of the college for the purpose of designing accommodations that provide equal access to otherwise qualified students regardless of age, gender, race, or sexual orientation. seattlecolleges.edu/district/studentlife/ada.aspx.

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Title 38 / Title 10

  • Seattle Colleges academic programs of study are approved by the Higher Education Coordinating Board’s Approving Agency (SECB/SAA) for enrollment of persons eligible to receive educational benefits under Title 38 and Title 10, U.S. code.

Completion & Transfer Rate Information

  • Statistics and information on the Completion and Transfer Rates at each college are available at the following college websites:


    Seattle Central  •  North Seattle  •  South Seattle

Official Policies and Procedures Relating to Students

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Student rules in the Washington Administrative Code

  • The official rules for students at the Seattle Colleges can be found in the Washington Administrative Code, Chapter 132F-121 WAC – Student Activities, Rights and Discipline.The Washington Administrative Code (WAC) is the official compilation of all current rules that have been adopted by state institutions of higher education and other state administrative agencies. apps.leg.wa.gov/WAC/default.aspx?cite=132F-121

Student Progress (Academic)

  • The Student Progress Policy (policy 311) says that students are expected to make satisfactory academic progress while enrolled at the Seattle Colleges. Satisfactory progress means that students are passing and completing their coursework and educational programs. Each college has developed procedures that explain how the Student Progress Policy will be applied at their campus. Copies of these procedures and other information for students are available online at each college website. MORE >

District Policies Relating to Students

  • Listed below are all of the Seattle College District policies and procedures related to student services and the use of electronic resources. Procedures 360, 370 and 375 refer to the relevant sections of Chapter 132F-121 WAC and may include additional information.

    Policy No. Policy Title Procedure  
    255 Guidelines for Sex and Kidnapping Offender Notification View
    259 Use of Electronic Resources View
    300 Student Services
    305 Admissions Policy
    306 Placement
    310 Official Enrollment
    311 Student Progress
    315 Advising
    332 Student Short-Term Loans View
    345 Services & Activities Fees View
    355 Student Government View
    360 Student Leadership Programs & Activities View
    365 Student Rights, Freedoms & Responsibilities
    366 Student Absences for Reasons of Faith or Conscience
    370 Student Complaints View
    375 Student Conduct View
    380 Student Records View
    385 Students' Right to Privacy
    387 Disability Nondiscrimination and Accommodations for Students with Disabilities View
    390 Research at Seattle College District VI View
    515 SCD College Awarded Credit View
    520 SCD Grading System View
    605 Student Fees and Distribution View
    606 Tuition and Fee Waiver
     

    View all SCC policies.

    Every reasonable effort has been taken to ensure the accuracy of this information. However, readers are encouraged to contact the college regarding current and approved information. For further information, please contact:

    Seattle Central College / SVI
    Vice President of Student Services
    206.934.2914

    North Seattle College
    Dean of Enrollment Services / Registrar
    206.934.3796

    South Seattle College
    Dean of Enrollment Services / Registrar
    206.934.6763

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Student Responsibilities

  • Students are expected to comply with the policies, procedures and regulations established by the Board of Trustees. Students are obligated to respect the rights of others and to refrain from any actions endangering the health, safety, and welfare or property of others.

Student Complaints

  • The Seattle Colleges have established procedures for students who feel they have a complaint relating to grades or an action by a member of the college community.

    Before pursing formal action, students are encouraged to first pursue an informal resolution. Students have 15 calendar days from the end of the informal process or 90 days from the cause of the complaint to submit a formal complaint. Contact the respective Complaints Officer at each campus for further information.

    Central: Dean for Student Development 206.934.3890
    North: Human Resources Director 206.934.7792
    South: Dean of Diversity, Retention & Student Leadership   206.934.6749
    SVI: Dean of Student Services 206.934.4936

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