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The President or the President'sÌýdesignee has the authority to temporarily cease the operation of the College or any campus and/or instructional location.

(Revised and approved by President on 10/8/07)

The President, as authorized by the Board of Trustees, shall have the authority for final approval of all operational policies and procedures and shall establish guidelines through which new policies/procedures may be presented for consideration.

(Revised and approved by President on 10/8/07)

The President or the President'sÌýdesignee has the authority to establish institutional focus and direction with respect to accreditation, continuous quality improvement, planning and the establishment of institutional goals.

(Approved by President on 1/19/10)

The President or the President'sÌýdesignee is authorized to close the College at all locations for inclement weather or other reasons as determined by the President or the President'sÌýdesignee.

(Revised and approved by President on 10/8/07)

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The President or the President's designee is authorized to establish procedures for internal/external dissemination of College information.

(Revised and approved by President on 10/8/07)

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The President and/or the President's designee are the only persons authorized to sign contracts or make similar commitments, such as partnership relations, on behalf of the College. Commitments made by unauthorized employees may become their personal obligation and may subject them to disciplinary action.

(Approved by President on 10/8/07)

The President or the President's designee is authorized to establish procedures for the use of the College's official logo, its Cougar mascot and other representations of the College and its programs.

(Revised and approved by President on 10/8/07)

The President or the President's designee is authorized to establish procedures for the use of the College's phone and mail systems.

(Revised and approved by President on 10/8/07)

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The President or the President's designee is authorized to establish procedures for the use of the College's computers and College computing and information systems.

(Revised and approved by President on 10/8/07)

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The President or the President's designee is authorized to establish procedures for Information Technology purchases, projects and other initiatives.

(Revised and approved by President on 10/8/07)

The President or the President's designee shall provide professional liability insurance to protect the Board of Trustees, the College, and the College's employees with regard to the actions performed within the line of their duties and job functions. The protection afforded shall be limited to the terms of the insurance policy.

(Revised and approved by President on 10/8/07)

The President or the President's designee is authorized to provide tuition scholarships to eligible employees, qualifying Trustees, and eligible dependents as set out in established procedure.

(Revised and approved by President on 11/22/10; Effective 7/1/11)

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To provide equal employment, advancement and learning opportunities to all individuals, employment and student admission decisions at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. ºìÐÓÊÓƵ does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or any characteristic protected by law in all aspects of employment and admission in its education programs or activities. Any person having inquiries concerning ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s non-discrimination compliance policy, including the application of Equal Opportunity Employment, Titles IV, VI, VII, IX, Section 504 and the implementing regulations, is directed to contact the College’s Civil Rights Officer, ºìÐÓÊÓƵ, Room L-138, Great Bend, Kansas 67530 (620) 786-7441. Any person may also contact the Director, Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, Washington, DC 20201.

Approved by: President
Date: 1/18/79
Revision(s): 12/16/13; 10/14/21 (minor revision)

Policy 1126 – Drug-Free Environment

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The College is committed to protecting the safety, health and wellbeing of all employees, students and visitors in the educational and work environment. We recognize that alcohol abuse and drug use pose a significant threat to our goals. Therefore, we have established a drug-free program that balances our respect for individuals with the need to maintain an alcohol and drug-free environment.

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Standards of Conduct

In compliance with the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 (Public Law 100-690) and the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 (Public Law 101-226), the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance or abuse of alcohol (as defined in these Acts) by a student, employee or visitor on college property and/or at a college event or activity is prohibited unless its use is in accordance with , or as allowed by law by ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s housing staff within their private residences. Furthermore, it is prohibited for an employee to come to work under the influence of a controlled substance or alcohol.Ìý In addition, smoking and smokeless tobacco are prohibited in college facilities and college vehicles. (See for more information.)

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Legal Sanctions

Federal and state laws prohibit the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol. Conviction for violating these laws can lead to imprisonment, fine, probation, and/or assigned community service. Students convicted of a drug-related offense may be ineligible to receive federal grants or loans. ºìÐÓÊÓƵ will fully cooperate with the local, state, and federal authorities in the enforcement of all applicable laws. (See for more information.)

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Health Risks

The consumption of alcohol and drugs of any level may have serious risks, such as altered mood (anxiety, apathy, paranoia, psychosis); altered behavior (impaired coordination); sleep disorders, addiction, altered breathing and heart rate; communication of infectious disease; distorted senses; unconsciousness leading to coma; and permanent damage to the liver, heart and central nervous system leading to death. For more information, consult your physician, or your local or College library. (See for more information.)

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Assistance Programs

The College recognizes that alcohol and drug abuse and addiction are treatable illnesses. We also realize that early intervention and support improve the success of rehabilitation. To support our employees and students, our drug-free policy:

• Encourages employees and students to utilize the services of qualified professionals in the community to assess the seriousness of suspected drug or alcohol problems and identify appropriate sources of help.
• Allows employees the use of eligible accrued leave while seeking treatment for alcohol and other drug problems.

Treatment for alcoholism and/or other drug use disorders may be covered under employee and student health plans. However, the ultimate financial responsibility for recommended treatment belongs to the employee or student. (See for more information.)

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Confidentiality

All information received by the College through the drug-free program is confidential communication. Access to this information is limited to those who have a legitimate need to know in compliance with relevant laws and College policies.

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Attendance/Employment Conditions/Disciplinary Sanctions

Students, employees, and visitors must abide by the terms of this policy or be subject to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion or termination of employment as may be provided in the procedure or the procedure.

• Students receiving performance awards or athletic scholarships may be subject to random drug screening and/or testing in order to assure compliance with these Acts and College policy.
• The College reserves the right to test employees for a controlled substance or abuse of alcohol with reasonable suspicion of cause to assure compliance with these Acts and College policy.
• Employees must notify the College of any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring in the workplace no later than five (5) days after such conviction. Such notice shall be provided in writing by the employee to the Director of Human Resources.
• Sanctions will be imposed against students, employees, or visitors found to be in violation of this policy. (See for more information.)

College Requirements

1. When appropriate, notify any granting agency within ten (10) days of receiving notice of any employee criminal drug statute conviction.
2. Take appropriate personnel action within 30 days of receiving notice of a violation of College policy or criminal drug statute conviction, including but not limited to;
   1. Referral for prosecution and employment termination.
   2. Referral of employee to a Counseling/Rehabilitation Program;
   3. Require convicted employee to participate satisfactorily in drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a federal, state, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency.
3. Make a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free environment, including policy statement distribution and education.
4. Maintain a procedure to provide and relevant to this policy and conduct a biennial review of this procedure.

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(Revised and approved by President on 5/7/07)

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10/24/13 (minor revision); 8/14/18 (minor revision); 9/27/19 (minor revision)

The Director of Public Relations and Marketing is the Freedom of Information Officer for the College and all requests regarding information that is covered under the Freedom of Information Act are to be referred to the Director or the Director's designee.

(Revised and approved by President on 11/18/08)

Minor revision 5/16/14

The College provides Worker's Compensation Insurance for all employees as required by law. The College also purchases general liability insurance for incidents/accidents involving students and visitors.

In the event of an incident (an occurrence not resulting in immediate medical attention) or an accident requiring immediate medical attention involving students, employees, or visitors to College premises, an Incident/Accident Report Form should be completed within twenty-four (24) hours and returned to the appropriate College official as specified on the form. Incident/Accident Report Forms may be obtained through the College's Office of Human Resources, Health Services, Business Office, or Campus Safety.

The College shall have the right to conduct tests for drugs or alcohol on employees who are involved in an accident occurring during a time when the employee is working for the College.

(Revised and approved by President on 3/9/10)

The College prohibits dating, sexual or intimate relationships between employees who can exercise power or control over another employee, students and/or student employees, unless they are legally married. College employees who do not adhere to this policy are subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Personal Relationships Guidelines

Employees who are aware of employee/employee or employee/student relationships that are in violation of this policy must notify Human Resources immediately.

Employee/Employee Relationships

Unless they are legally married, a dating, intimate, or sexual relationship between a college employee who can exercise power or control over the other employee is prohibited. People in positions of authority who abuse or appear to abuse their power cause severe damage to the college.

Employee/Student Relationships

Unless legally married, dating, intimate or sexual relationships between a student and any college employee who can exercise power or control over that student is prohibited. Many employees of the college exercise various types of control or power over students. This power can be in the form of praise, criticism, disciplinary action and evaluation, financial aid, playing time for athletes, recommendations for employment or further education, or bestowing any other benefit on them. Such relationships, even though apparently consensual, create inherent conflicts of interest, tend to be exploitive in nature, and call into question the judgment and professionalism of the college employee. These relationships greatly increase the chances that the employee in the position of power will abuse that power or appear to abuse it to exploit the student or favor that student, unfairly placing other students at a disadvantage.

(Approved by President on 10/27/08)

Please Note: To read entire policy, pleaseÌý.

ATIXA Ìý2020 ÌýONE POLICY, ÌýTWO ÌýPROCEDURES MODEL USE AND ÌýADAPTATION ÌýOF ÌýTHIS MODEL WITH CITATION TO ATIXA IS PERMITTED THROUGH A LIMITED LICENSE TO BARTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE (hereinafter Ìý“ºìÐÓÊÓƵâ€�) ALL OTHER RIGHTS RESERVED. ©2020. ÌýATIXAÌý

Rationale Ìýfor ÌýPolicy
ºìÐÓÊÓƵ is Ìýcommitted Ìýto Ìýproviding Ìýa Ìýworkplace and Ìýeducational Ìýenvironment, Ìýas Ìýwell Ìýas Ìýother benefits, Ìýprograms, Ìýand Ìýactivities, Ìýthat Ìýare Ìýfree Ìýfrom Ìýdiscrimination, Ìýharassment, Ìýand retaliation. To Ìýensure compliance with Ìýfederal Ìýand Ìýstate Ìýcivil Ìýrights Ìýlaws Ìýand regulations, Ìýand to affirm Ìýits commitment Ìýto promoting the Ìýgoals Ìýof ÌýfairnessÌýin all Ìýaspects Ìýof Ìýthe educational program or Ìýactivity, ÌýºìÐÓÊÓƵ has developed internal Ìýpolicies Ìýand procedures Ìýthat Ìýprovide a prompt, Ìýfair, Ìýand Ìýimpartial Ìýprocess Ìýfor Ìýthose Ìýinvolved in Ìýan allegation of Ìýdiscrimination or harassment Ìýon Ìýthe basis Ìýof protected Ìýclass Ìýstatus, Ìýand Ìýfor allegations Ìýof Ìýretaliation. ÌýºìÐÓÊÓƵ values Ìýand upholds Ìýthe Ìýequal Ìýdignity Ìýof Ìýall Ìýmembers Ìýof Ìýits Ìýcommunity Ìýand strives Ìýto Ìýbalance Ìýthe rights Ìýof Ìýthe Ìýparties Ìýin the grievance process Ìýduring what Ìýis Ìýoften a difficult Ìýtime Ìýfor Ìýall Ìýthose involved.

Applicable Scope
The Ìýcore Ìýpurpose Ìýof Ìýthis Ìýpolicy Ìýis Ìýthe prohibition of Ìýall Ìýforms Ìýof Ìýdiscrimination. ÌýSometimes, discrimination involves Ìýexclusion from Ìýor Ìýdifferent Ìýtreatment Ìýin activities, Ìýsuch as Ìýadmission, athletics, Ìýor employment. ÌýOther Ìýtimes, Ìýdiscrimination takes Ìýthe Ìýform Ìýof Ìýharassment Ìýor, Ìýin Ìýthe case of Ìýsex-based Ìýdiscrimination, Ìýcan encompass Ìýsexual Ìýharassment, Ìýsexual Ìýassault, Ìýstalking, sexual exploitation, Ìýdating violence, Ìýor Ìýdomestic Ìýviolence. ÌýWhen Ìýan Ìýalleged violation of Ìýthis Ìýanti- discrimination policy Ìýis Ìýreported, Ìýthe allegations Ìýare subject Ìýto Ìýresolution using ÌýºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s “Process ÌýAâ€� Ìýor Ìý“Process ÌýB,â€� as Ìýdetermined by the ÌýTitle IX ÌýCoordinator, Ìýand Ìýas Ìýdetailed below.

When Ìýthe Respondent Ìýis Ìýa Ìýmember Ìýof Ìýthe ÌýºìÐÓÊÓƵ Ìýcommunity, Ìýa Ìýgrievance process Ìýmay Ìýbe available regardless Ìýof Ìýthe status Ìýof Ìýthe Complainant, Ìýwho may or may Ìýnot Ìýbe a Ìýmember Ìýof Ìýthe ºìÐÓÊÓƵ community. ÌýThis Ìýcommunity Ìýincludes, Ìýbut Ìýis Ìýnot Ìýlimited to, Ìýstudents,1 student organizations, Ìýfaculty, Ìýadministrators, Ìýstaff, Ìýand Ìýthird parties such Ìýas Ìýguests, Ìývisitors, volunteers, invitees, Ìýand Ìýcampers. ÌýThe procedures Ìýbelow Ìýmay Ìýbe applied to incidents, Ìýto Ìýpatterns, Ìýand/or Ìýto the campus Ìýclimate, Ìýall Ìýof Ìýwhich may Ìýbe addressed and investigated Ìýin accordance with this policy.

Title ÌýIX ÌýCoordinator
The ÌýTitle IX ÌýCoordinator Ìýoversees Ìýimplementation Ìýof ÌýºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s Ìýpolicy Ìýon equal Ìýopportunity, harassment, Ìýand Ìýnondiscrimination. ÌýThe ÌýTitle IX ÌýCoordinator Ìýhas Ìýthe primary Ìýresponsibility Ìýfor coordinating ÌýºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s efforts Ìýrelated Ìýto Ìýthe intake, Ìýinvestigation, Ìýresolution, Ìýand implementation of Ìýsupportive measures Ìýto stop, Ìýremediate, Ìýand prevent Ìýdiscrimination, Ìýharassment, Ìýand retaliation prohibited under Ìýthis Ìýpolicy.

Independence and ÌýConflict-of-Interest
The ÌýTitle IX ÌýCoordinator Ìýmanages Ìýthe ÌýTitle ÌýIX ÌýTeam Ìýand acts Ìýwith independence and authority free Ìýfrom Ìýbias Ìýand Ìýconflicts Ìýof Ìýinterest. ÌýThe ÌýTitle ÌýIX Coordinator oversees all Ìýresolutions Ìýunder this Ìýpolicy Ìýand Ìýthese Ìýprocedures. ÌýThe members Ìýof Ìýthe Title IX ÌýTeam Ìýare Ìývetted Ìýand trained toÌýensure Ìýthey Ìýare Ìýnot Ìýbiased Ìýfor Ìýor Ìýagainst Ìýany Ìýparty Ìýin a specific Ìýcase, Ìýor Ìýfor Ìýor Ìýagainst Complainants Ìýand/or ÌýRespondents, Ìýgenerally.

To Ìýraise Ìýany Ìýconcern Ìýinvolving Ìýbias Ìýor Ìýconflict Ìýof Ìýinterest Ìýby Ìýthe ÌýTitle ÌýIX ÌýCoordinator, Ìýcontact Ìýthe ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Community ÌýCollege President Ìýat Ìý620-792-9301.Concerns Ìýof Ìýbias Ìýor Ìýa potential Ìýconflict Ìýof interest Ìýby Ìýany Ìýother ÌýTitle IX ÌýTeam Ìýmember Ìýshould be raised Ìýwith the ÌýTitle ÌýIX ÌýCoordinator.Ìý

Administrative Contact ÌýInformation
Complaints Ìýor Ìýnotice of Ìýalleged policy Ìýviolations, Ìýor Ìýinquiries Ìýabout Ìýor Ìýconcerns Ìýregarding Ìýthis policy Ìýand Ìýprocedures, Ìýmay Ìýbe Ìýmade internally Ìýto:

Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Title IX ÌýCoordinator
Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Cheryl ÌýBrown
Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Title IX ÌýCoordinator
Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý 245 NE Ìý30 Road
Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Great ÌýBend, ÌýKS Ìý67530
Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý 620-786-7441
Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý brownc@bartonccc.edu Ìýor Ìýtitleix@bartonccc.edu
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The President or the President's designee is authorized to establish internal and external guidelines for solicitation of employees and students.

(Revised and approved by President on 10/8/07)

The President or the President's designee is authorized to establish purchasing procedures.

(Revised and approved by President on 10/8/07)

The President or the President'sÌýdesignee is authorized to establish procedures for College events.

(Approved by President on 9/17/07)

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The President or the President's designee is authorized to establish procedures for fund raising and gift solicitation on behalf of the College.

(Approved by President on 9/17/07)

In order to promote a safe and secure campus and learning environment, ºìÐÓÊÓƵ prohibits the possession or use of Weapons(1) on Campus and at Off-Campus Activities, other than as set forth below.

Concealed Carry

In accordance with the Kansas Personal and Family Protection Act, K.S.A 75-7c01, and other applicable federal/state laws, it is permissible and will not be a violation of the Policy for the:

ÌýÌýÌý I. carrying of a concealed Handgun(2)Ìýon Campus by legally qualified individuals, pursuant to KansasÌýLaw, and also in accordance with the Concealed Carry Restrictions set forth below,ÌýÌýÌýÌý II. lawful carrying of a concealed Handgun by an employee performing College duties at an off-campus activity, when in accordance with applicable laws/polices for such location,

ÌýÌý III. lawful possession of a Handgun within a personal/non-College vehicle,

ÌýÌý IV. lawful possession of Weapons:

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý a. by law enforcement officers while acting within the scope of the employment

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý b. by military personnel who must carry a firearm as a part of their commission

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý c. as necessary for the conduct of College approved programs and activities.

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý d. by college employees that have been issued handguns as part of their job duties.

Open Carry Prohibited:

Except as otherwise specifically provided in the Policy Statement above, open carry of any firearm anywhere on ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s Campus is prohibited. Each entrance to each building shall be conspicuously posted with appropriate signs indicating that openly carrying a firearm into that building is prohibited.

Concealed Carry Restrictions:

Concealed Carry:Ìý Each individual who lawfully possesses a Handgun on Campus shall be wholly and solely responsible for carrying, storing, and using that Handgun in a safe manner and in accordance with the law and this Policy.Ìý Individuals who carry a Handgun on Campus must carry it concealed on or about their person at all times.Ìý “Concealedâ€� means completely hidden from view and does not reveal the Handgun in any way, shape, or form.Ìý “Aboutâ€� the person means that and individual may carry a Handgun if it can be carried securely in a suitable carrier, such as a backpack, purse, handbag, or other personal carrier designed and intended for the carrying of an individual’s personal items.Ìý The Carrier must at all times remain within the exclusive and uninterrupted control of the individual.Ìý This includes wearing the carrier with one or more straps, consistent with the carrier’s design, carrying or holding the carrier, or setting the carrier next to or within the immediate reach and control of the individual.Ìý Except in those instances where necessary for self-defense or transferring to safe storage and except as otherwise provided in this policy, it shall be a violation of this policy to openly display any handgun while on campus.

Restriction Pursuant to Kansas Law:ÌýÌý Kansas Law states that the only type of firearm that an individual can carry while concealed is a Handgun as defined above.Ìý The following restrictions applicable to all firearms specifically apply to the concealed carrying of a Handgun under Kansas law and this Policy, and the violation of any of the following restrictions is a crime under Kansas law and a violation of this Policy:

ÌýÌýÌý • An individual in possession of a concealed firearm mustÌý

Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìýo be at least 21 years of age [K.S.A. 21-6302(a)(4)]; or

Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìýo possess a valid provisional license issued pursuant to K.S.A. 75-7c03, and amendments thereto; or

Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìýo possess a valid license or permit to carry a concealed firearm that was issued by another jurisdiction and is recognized in this state pursuant to K.S.A. 75-7c03.ÌýÌý

ÌýÌýÌý • A firearm cannot be carried by an individual:

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý o under the influence of alcohol or drugs to a degree as to render the individual unable to safelyÌý
ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý operate the firearm (K.S.A. 21-6332),

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý o who is addicted to and an unlawful user of a controlled substance [K.S.A. 21-6301 (a)(10)],

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý o who is or has been a mentally ill person subject to involuntary commitment [K.S.A. 21-6301 (a)
ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý (13)],

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý o with an alcohol or substance abuse problem subject to involuntary commitment [K.S.A.Ìý
ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý 21-6301 (a)(13)],

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý o who had been convicted of a felony crime (K.S.A. 21-6304);

ÌýÌýÌý • An automatic firearm cannot be carried [K.S.A. 21-6301 (a)(5)];

ÌýÌýÌý • A cartridge which can be fired by a Handgun and which has a plastic-coated bullet with a core ofÌý
ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý less than 60% lead by weight is illegal [K.S.A. 21-6301 (a)(6)];

ÌýÌýÌý • Suppressors and silencers cannot be used with a firearm [K.S.A. 21-6301 (a)(4)]; and

ÌýÌýÌý • Criminal discharge of a firearm is reckless and unauthorized discharge of any firearm at any person,Ìý
ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý or at a dwelling, or at a structure or vehicle, except in self-defense [K.S.A. 21-6308, 6308a];

Location Restrictions:ÌýCertain Campus buildings and/or Public Areas(3)Ìý within the Campus may be permanently or temporarily designated to prohibit concealed Handguns with the installation or use of Adequate Security Measures.Ìý Appropriate notification will be given and posted in the event that an area of the campus has been designated to permanently or temporarily prohibit concealed Handguns.

Facilities which are leased/occupied by ºìÐÓÊÓƵ fall under this policy unless the facility owner has lawfully excluded or permit Handguns from their facility.Ìý Facilities such as Federal military installations, correctional facilities, etc. may have policies and procedures exclusive to those facilities.Ìý Individuals are expected to comply with the policies imposed by the location.Ìý The possession/transportation of a handgun in college owned vehicles is prohibited (with exception to Concealed Carry section IV).

Safety Requirements:ÌýTo reduce the risk of accidental discharge on Campus, when carrying a concealed Handgun on Campus (whether on the person or in a carrier), the concealed Handgun is to be secured in a holster that completely covers the trigger and the entire trigger guard area and that secures an external hammer in an un-cocked position through the use of a strap or by other means.Ìý The holster is to have sufficient tension or grip on the handgun to retain it in the holster even when subjected to unexpected jostling.Ìý Handguns with an external safety are to be carried with the safety in the “onâ€� position.Ìý Semiautomatic handguns are to be carried without a chambered round of ammunition and revolvers with a hammer resting on an empty cylinder.

Storage:Ìý Handgun storage is not provided by ºìÐÓÊÓƵ.Ìý Handguns that are not in the individual’s exclusive and uninterrupted control may store a Handgun in:

Ìý Ìý • The individual’s vehicle when the vehicle is locked and the Handgun is secured in a location withinÌý
ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý the vehicle that is not visible from outside the vehicle.

ÌýÌýÌý • A dorm room or office in a secure, locked, storage device that conceals the gun from view.Ìý SuchÌýÌýÌýÌý
ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý storage devices shall be provided by the individual who possesses the handgun and must meetÌý
ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý minimum industry standards for safe-keeping of handguns.Ìý These storage devices must be securedÌý
ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý to a fixed object in the room with a cable locking device.

Specifically, it is prohibited for any individual to store a Handgun:

Ìý Ìý • in a vehicle that is unlocked or when the Handgun is visible from outside the vehicle,

ÌýÌýÌý • in a college owned vehicle,

ÌýÌýÌý • in an individual’s assigned office or dorm room when not locked in a secured storage deviceÌý
ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý (meeting minimum industry standards for safe-keeping of handguns),

ÌýÌýÌý • in a classroom or any other campus facility,

ÌýÌýÌý • in an unattended backpack/carrier,

ÌýÌýÌý • in any type of locker, desk, closet, etc. not intended for handgun storage or,

ÌýÌýÌý • in any other location and under any circumstances except as specifically permitted by this policyÌý
ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý and by state and federal law.

Training:

Individuals are encouraged to obtain training in the proper handling of concealed Handguns.Ìý Concealed carry classes are available locally.Ìý The lawful carrying of a concealed Handgun has its own risks.

Violation of Policy:

Any person violating this policy may be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, including but not limited to suspension, termination, expulsion, immediate removal from the campus, and/or campus housing, and/or arrest. This includes the accidental or unintended discharge of a firearm in violation of K.S.A. 21-6308.

Notice:

Any report of Weapons being openly displayed on ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s campus will be responded to by the Campus Safety Department and the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ County Sheriff’s office.Ìý The lawful carrying of a concealed Handgun should not create concerns on campus; however, anything other than the lawful carrying of a concealed Handgun has the potential to create confusion and additional risks and will be responded to by Campus Safety and the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ County Sheriff’s office.

It is the responsibility of the individual choosing to Concealed carry to be aware of both Federal and individual state laws regarding the concealed carry of weapons into other jurisdictions that they may travel to.Ìý There are significant differences in laws between Kansas and other jurisdictions.

Reporting:

Individuals should report violations of this Policy to the Campus Safety Department

ÌýÌýÌý • Call extension 217

ÌýÌýÌý • Anonymous reporting can be sent via the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ Guardian app

ÌýÌýÌý • Email Campus Safety

Emergency reports concerning threats or violence on campus should call 911 and Campus Safety at extension 217.

Approved by:ÌýPresident
Date:Ìý6/27/13
Revision(s):Ìý6/26/17 (Effective 7/1/17)

(1) “Weapon� means weapon described in K.S.A. 21-6301, as further defined under K.S.A. 75-7c20; however, for purposes of this Policy, includes knives more than 4 inches in length.
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(2) “Handgunâ€� is defined as a “firearm. Pursuant to K.S.A. 75-7c02, with cross-reference to K.S.A. 75-7b01.Ìý Specifically, under K.S.A 75-7b01, it is: (1) a pistol or revolver which is designed to be fired by the use of a single hand and which is designed to fire or capable of firing fixed cartridge ammunition; or (2) any other weapon which will or is designed to expel a projectile by the action of an explosive and which is designed to be fired by the use of a single hand.

(3)“Public Areas� is defined at K.S.A. 75-7c20

The Board of Trustees, administrators, faculty, and staff at ºìÐÓÊÓƵ recognize a shared responsibility to protect the integrity of the institution and to conduct business according to the highest legal and ethical standards. Therefore, it is the responsibility of the President to ensure that the College, its Board members, and employees adhere to standards and principles that are legal, ethical, and morally correct and avoid actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest.

(Approved by President on 6/1/15)

It is the intent of ºìÐÓÊÓƵ County Community College to support academic freedom while complying with all applicableÌýÌýlaws (U.S. Copyright Law of 1976) and provisions thereof, including those pertaining toÌý,ÌýÌý(Technology, Education and Copyright Harmonization) Act, and theÌý(Digital Millennium Copyright Act).

ºìÐÓÊÓƵ County Community College will comply with the requirements of the TEACH Act by the following:

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý 1. ºìÐÓÊÓƵ County Community College is an accredited nonprofit institution.

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý 2. ºìÐÓÊÓƵ County Community College has a copyright policy for students, educators, and staff inÌýplace.

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý 3. The college will provide informational materials regarding copyright law.

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý 4. Notice to students about copyright implications of course materials will be providedÌýelectronically (course shell) and/or print (on materials distributed in class).

ÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌýÌý 5. Content is to be available to enrolled students for that specific course.

ºìÐÓÊÓƵ employees may temporarily copy or digitize legally acquired materials for face-to-face- or online instruction as long as the material is not otherwise available for purchase or licensing as a multi-user as instructional tool such as a textbook, workbook, electronic module, software or course packet.

ºìÐÓÊÓƵ students meeting the threshold of ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s Copyright Law Policy are reminded they still need to adhere to ºìÐÓÊÓƵ’s Academic Integrity Policy and Procedure for attribution of materials through citation. Violation of U.S. Copyright Law is defined as a criminal offense (See #10) in procedureÌý.

(Approved by President on 10/31/16)

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The President or the President's designee has the authority to establish procedures for college record retention and security.

(Revised and approved by President on 4/23/18)

ºìÐÓÊÓƵ provides for a comprehensive learning environment and is committed to the success of each student. Essential to our commitment is the safety and security of our students, employees, guests, and visitors.

It shall be the responsibility of the Campus Safety Department to help preserve the peace, prevent crimes, detect and report violators, protect life and property, and to see that the laws of the State of Kansas, and the safety policies and procedures of ºìÐÓÊÓƵ are enforced on the ºìÐÓÊÓƵ County campus.

Any student, employee, guest, or visitor who witnesses a crime, or identifies a potential hazardous situation is encouraged to contact the Campus Safety Department at 620-792-9217 or File a Report.

(Approved by President on 6/25/18)