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The Christ College’s Student Affairs Division is dedicated to providing support systems and resources to help students succeed.
The College works collaborative with The Christ Hospital’s Department of Safety and Security, whose mission is to promote a safe and secure environment that is conducive to excellence. Safety and Security carries out its mission by deterring and preventing crime; educating staff/employees in all aspects of crime prevention and survival awareness; enforcing Hospital rules, city ordinances, and State laws; and investigating complaints, offense reports, auto accidents, and any other unusual or suspicious activity on campus.
For more information about Safety and Security on the campuses of The Christ College, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Campus Safety and Security.
Emergency Phone Numbers
Updated 8/28/2017
TCH Escort Service and Vehicle Assistance
Edited 8/29/2022
Safety and Security offers an escort service anywhere on Hospital property, including The College campuses, to help assure safe travel. This service is available seven days a week. Safety and Security is also available to assist stranded motorists with vehicle problems. To reach Safety & Security for assistance, dial 513-585-5222 or extension 52222 from any Hospital or College phone.
Parking
Updated 10/31/2015; 8/29/2022
Parking is available to TCC students at an off-site designated area. (The location is subject to change based on contracted services and construction.) The fee to park is published each academic year on The College’s Tuition and Fees webpage at www.thechristcollege.edu/tuition-aid. Authorized vehicles are issued a parking tag to use at the off-site designated area.
The TCHHN Safety and Security Department provides shuttle service between the off-site parking area(s) and The College. Two weeks prior to the start of each semester, a parking assignment and schedule of shuttle pickups and drop offs will be communicated to students who have purchased a parking pass. After hours and in the case of emergencies, students and staff can directly contact Safety and Security at 513-585-2222.
Limited parking is available on public streets near campus. Vehicles parked in violation of the Cincinnati Parking Authority are subject to a motor vehicle infraction and towing at the owner’s expense. The Christ College is not responsible for the safety or protection of motor vehicles or their contents, nor does it recommend parking on public streets.
Students enrolled in eligible* evening classes and clinicals may be permitted to park in The Christ Hospital’s employee parking garage (P3), if space is available. Those students who park in the Hospital garage(s) without permission will be subject to tickets issued by Safety and Security. These tickets should be paid to Student Accounts by cash or check. Tickets unpaid at the end of the semester may result in a hold on registration.
*Eligible evening classes and clinicals will be defined and communicated to students prior to the start of each semester.
For questions or concerns about parking, students should contact the Director of Business Services, Tim Ring at Timothy.Ring@TheChristCollege.edu.
Posting Signs & Notices on Campus
Revised 8/19/15; Updated 8/17/17; 11/9/17
Signs are often posted on campus to communicate information of importance to the student population, and to communicate information that is relevant to the entire institution. The posting of signs, notices, and paper communications within and upon The Christ College premises is restricted to those approved by the Dean of Student Affairs. Any signage without approval or placed on unapproved surfaces will be removed. For more information about what postings may be posted on campus, and where, please contact the Dean of Student Affairs at Meghan.Hollowell@TheChristCollege.edu.
To better prepare students for academic and non-academic success, in addition to life-long learning, the Student Success Department provides social and educational programs grounded in core values, academic accommodations for qualified students, and academic advising.
Counseling, Concierge, and Coaching Services
Updated 8/29/2022
Students in need of personal counseling services for non-academic matters will be directed to contact IMPACT Student Life Assistance. IMPACT is a 24/7 resource designed to help students and their household dependents manage the demands associated with balancing school, work, daily living, family, and relationship concerns. All IMPACT counselors are qualified masters/doctoral level professionals who can help students with issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, and grief.
Counseling is not all that IMPACT has to offer, however. IMPACT can also provide:
IMPACT’s services are confidential and complimentary. Students who feel that they (or family members) may benefit from these services should contact their Advisor.
Outside of IMPACT, students may also contact the Department of Pastoral Services of The Christ Hospital. The chaplains in the department are ministers who are qualified through their training and experience to offer spiritual care to all people in The Christ Hospital. Their sensitivity to individual beliefs and knowledge of different religious practices enable the chaplains to meet people at their point of their need. Offices of the Department of Pastoral Services are located on the first floor of the Hospital, near the lobby, and are open weekdays from 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM (subject to change). A chaplain is on call 24 hours a day, and a Hospital associate can aid you in reaching a chaplain at any time by calling (513) 585-2000.
Academic Advising
Updated 10/17/2022
Each student is assigned an Advising Coach upon matriculation. The Advisor’s role is to work with each student to support their academic, professional, and interpersonal success. The Advisor will do this by coaching each student to set and achieve goals, navigate barriers to success, and leverage institutional resources. Any students with questions or concerns about their education plan or pathway to successful program completion should reach out to their Advising Coach. Students who don’t know who their Advisor is should reach out to the Director of Student Success, Evangelina Figueroa at Evangelina.Figueroa@TheChristCollege.edu.
Academic Accommodations
Updated 11/26/2018, 03/09/2020, 9/4/2020, 10/19/2020
The Christ College is committed to students’ equal access to programs, services and activities in accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
To learn more, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Academic Accommodations.
For inquiries related to Accommodations, please contact Brittany York at (513) 585-4144 orBrittany.York@TheChristCollege.edu
The College’s Educational and Information Technology staff support a collaborative learning environment and student success by steering and managing the selection, implementation and assessment of educational technologies utilized by TCC constituents.
Blackboard Learning Management System
Updated 10/14/2022
The College utilizes Blackboard Learn as its web-based Learning Management System (LMS). While The College offers some fully online courses, all courses use the LMS in some capacity (for online assessments, discussion forums, submission of assignments etc.). Each instructor maintains the freedom to use Blackboard as they deem appropriate. Blackboard can be accessed at Blackboard Learn (link) or via the OneStop link on The College’s website: www.thechristcollege.edu/onestop
SONIS Student Information System
Updated 10/14/2022
SONISWeb is a student and faculty platform for registration, courses, schedules, grades, degree audit, billing, and personal information. SONIS can be accessed at https://ccnhssonis.jenzabarcloud.com.
BYOD Technology Requirements, Recommendations and Support
Added 5/23/2017, Edited 9/19/2017, Updated 4/1/2019; 10/14/2022
All students entering The Christ College will be required to possess a Windows or Mac based laptop that complies with specific technical requirements. Public computers, Chromebooks, tablets, virtual machines, and smartphones will not suffice as a primary device; however, no student will be denied admission to Christ College based on an inability to purchase a laptop.
Educational and Information Technology staff will provide on-site support for student laptops as it relates to use of TCC programs such as Blackboard, Citrix, or e-books. This may include, but is not limited to, guidance for installation, registration, use, and troubleshooting. Tech Support does not support students’ laptops for installation or repair of hardware, installation or configuration of operating systems or third-party software, and/or the removal of viruses and other malware. The rental/purchase, installation and maintenance of required laptop hardware and software are the responsibility of the student.
Christ College maintains no responsibility for supporting personal hardware or software. Technical assistance does not infer any further technology responsibility or accountability to the user. Users needing troubleshooting assistance beyond TCC system software (e.g., for slow response time) will be referred to a third-party vendor. Educational and Information Technology staff do not support tablet device issues beyond those resulting from TCC system software.
For the most updated information on tech requirements and support at TCC, please visit https://www.thechristcollege.edu/BYOD
Computer Labs
Updated 10/14/2022
The Christ College provides computers for student use in rooms 232, The Den (first floor of Main Campus), the Student Lounge on B-Level at Main Campus, the Lobby at The Commons, B-24, and the Library (located on the first floor of the Christ Hospital building). Each of these areas contains a networked laser printer for student use. Free Wi-Fi is also provided to students in The College and Hospital buildings.
Usage
Software installed on College computers should not be modified, copied or removed, and users are not permitted to install software on the workstations without permission of Educational and Information Technology staff. Workstations are not to be used for business unrelated to The College.
At no time should files of any sort be downloaded from the Internet. This includes toolbars, file converters, or application updates. All application updates will be managed by the Educational and Information Technology staff.
Maintenance
Hardware and software maintenance is performed routinely on College computers to ensure that all devices are functional and updated. At the end of each semester, computers are cleaned and equipment is tested. Student files stored to the desktop are removed.
Etiquette
No eating or drinking is permitted at College computer stations.
Acceptable Use Policy
Updated 5/22/2017, 2/25/2020
The use of technology resources creates and expands teaching and learning opportunities that support the efforts of the TCC community to satisfy its mission and vision. Access to these resources is a privilege and use of them requires the acknowledgement and acceptance of specific responsibilities to ensure that the integrity and security of the systems not be compromised in any way.
For more information, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Information Technology Acceptable Use Policy.
The Student Accounts Office at The Christ College is responsible for student billing, revenue collection, refunds, and posting payments on student accounts. This office also oversees payment plans, financial aid refunds, the collection of past due tuition, and billing statements prepared for agencies that have authorized payment for student accounts. In addition, student loan, grant, and scholarship disbursement to student balances is the responsibility of Student Accounts.
Tuition and Fees
Updated 10/1/2017; 4/16/2018; 8/29/2022
Tuition and fees are established by The Christ College’s Board of Directors and published annually. Current tuition and fees for each of The College’s programs can be accessed at https://www.thechristcollege.edu/cost-tuition/
Fees are assessed during the course of study, dependent upon the student’s choice of program. The general categories of fees are:
All fees are non-refundable and subject to change.
Payment of Tuition and Fees
Updated 1/11/2016; 4/16/2018; 10/25/2021; Edited 8/29//2022
A Billing Statement (tuition and fees bill) is prepared after registration is complete and will display a PDF of charges and credits, including tuition, fees, and financial aid for a specific semester. Students can access their Billing Statement in SONIS by following the steps below:
It is the student’s responsibility to routinely check their Billing Statement in SONIS to ensure their financial obligations are met by the specified due dates. To maintain continuous enrollment, tuition and fees, along with other charges, must be paid in full or the student must be enrolled in the Tuition Payment Plan by the published tuition and fees due date on the Academic Calendar. There will be a $30 returned payment fee if a payment is returned for any reason.
Ways to Pay Tuition and Fees
The Christ College utilizes Nelnet for online payments processing. The following payment methods are available on the Nelnet platform:
To access Nelnet:
Check/Money Order:
Edited 8/29/2022
If paying tuition in full at the beginning of the semester, students may also pay by check or money order. Students should make checks/money orders payable to The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences and include the student’s name and student ID number on the check or money order. A $30.00 fee will be charged for any check returned. More than two (2) returned checks will result in immediate suspension of a student’s right to pay by check.
The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Attention: Student Accounts
2139 Auburn Avenue Cincinnati, OH 45219
Tuition Payment Plan
Updated 4/16/2018; 10/25/2021
The Tuition Payment Plan is an option for those who want to spread their balance due over the course of the semester. The plan consists of four (4) payments per semester.
Students who choose to sign up for a payment plan must sign up and pay their first installment by the tuition due date. All payment plans are managed through the Nelnet payments platform. The payment plan has a nonrefundable enrollment fee of $25 per semester enrolled. Once enrolled, regularly scheduled payments will process on the 5th of each month for the duration of the semester. Payment Plans are semester specific; therefore, the student must enroll for each semester in which the student wishes to participate.
Financial Obligations
Updated 1/11/2016; 4/16/2018
Students are responsible for payment of all costs associated with attending The Christ College by the published due date on the Academic Calendar. Application for financial assistance does not negate this responsibility. A student’s financial obligation for each semester must be met to remain enrolled at The College, and to register for a course in a subsequent session or semester. Unusual circumstances or a financial crisis should be reported to the Student Account’s Office immediately so that The College can assist the student in planning or determining possible alternatives. Students who fail to meet their financial obligations cannot register for courses and may be subject to late fees. If the financial obligation is not met within the designated period, the student will be referred to the Dean of Student Affairs or designee, which may result in Blackboard access being disabled, withdrawal from that semester’s course(s), and/or dismissal from The College until all financial obligations have been met. In addition, students are required to meet all financial obligations before grades, transcripts or degrees will be issued.
Late Payments
Updated 1/11/2016; 4/16/2018; 10/25/2021
It is the responsibility of each student to frequently access his or her account in SONIS and be aware of published payment due dates on the Academic Calendar. All student accounts are to be paid–in-full or a student must enroll in the Tuition Payment Plan by the published Tuition and Fees due date for that semester.
If payment is not received by the due date, the student will be subject to a $25 per day late fee. The $25 per day late fee will accrue during the designated period of five (5) business days or until all financial obligations (including late fees) have been met. If the financial obligations (late fees included) are not met after five (5) business days from the agreed due date, the student’s account will be referred to the Dean of Student Affairs and may result in Blackboard access being disabled, withdrawal from course(s), and/or dismissal from The College.
Former students are required to meet all financial obligations before grades, transcripts or degrees will be issued. Any former student that owes a debt to The College cannot re-apply to The College.
Adding a Class after the Payment Deadline
Updated 1/11/2016; 4/16/2018; 10/25/2021
Students may add a class after the published tuition payment due date. Payment for the additional class will be due within five (5) business days of adding the course or by the published ‘Last Day for 100% Refund’ for the session the course is in. Registration is not complete until payment is made with the Student Accounts Office. If the student is already enrolled in the Tuition Payment Plan, remaining payments will automatically be adjusted to reflect the additional charges.
A student can add course(s) after they were dropped from course(s) because payment was not received by the Tuition and Fees due date or during the Late Payment designated period. The student would contact the Registrar’s Office to re-enroll in the course(s) and contact the Student Accounts Office to make a full payment (plus late fees), or set up a Tuition Payment Plan (including the late fees). Registration is not complete until payment is made with the Student Accounts Office. The Student Accounts Office and Registrar’s Office cannot promise the student will have the same class schedule as they had prior to being dropped for non-payment.
For all information about adding and dropping courses, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Add/Drop Procedure.
Updated 01/19/2021; Edited 10/14/2022
The Christ College provides several means by which student complaints may be addressed. In all cases, students are advised to put their academic or non-academic concerns in writing and carefully document the events that led to the complaint.
For more information, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Complaint Policy.
Grievance and Fair Treatment Procedures
Updated 03/19/2021; Edited 10/14/2022
When a student believes there has been inequitable application of a policy, the matter may qualify for the student to initiate his or her due process rights via The College’s stated grievance procedures. The Christ College provides a grievance procedure whereby students may express their grievances with the assurance there will be a complete, impartial, and prompt attempt to resolve the grievance.
For more information, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Grievance and Fair Treatment.
Behaviors of Accountability
Edited 10/14/2022
Students at The Christ College are expected to demonstrate specific behaviors related to accountability, in alignment with the institution’s core values. For more information, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Behaviors of Accountability.
Student Code of Conduct
The Christ College expects students to conduct themselves in a manner that reflects respect for others as well as themselves. The administration of TCC may suspend or terminate a student for incidences in which documented proof indicates that the behavior is inconsistent with the responsibilities of citizenship or the healthcare profession. TCC expects the conduct of its students on and off campus to be in accordance with the Code of Conduct.
For more information, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Student Code of Conduct policy.
Student Bill of Rights and Responsibilities
Each student is responsible for being knowledgeable of and acting in accordance with the Code of Conduct and Behaviors of Accountability (each referenced above).
Copyright Infringement
Updated 01/31/2020
The Christ College enforces copyright laws. Copyright infringement or the use of College resources in a violation of copyright law is strictly prohibited.
For more information, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Copyright Infringement.
E-mail Communication
College Responsibilities
Student Responsibilities
Etiquette
For more information about TCC email expectations and guidelines related to Acceptable Use, click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Email Usage.
Social Media Guidelines
Edited 10/14/2022
Social media platforms are constantly evolving and include, but are not limited to, Twitter, Facebook, TikTok, Snapchat, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc. For a full list of social media guidelines TCC students are expected to adhere to, click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Conduct in the Use of Social Media.
Student Governance
Updated 5/30/2017; 10/14/2022
Article IX. A. Purpose of the Student Congress
The purpose of Student Congress is to maintain a spirit of cooperation between the student body and faculty; to improve campus life and promote a sense of community; and to represent the student body in matters that involve faculty and administration.
Article IX. B. Functions of the Student Congress
Based on the purpose of Student Congress, the core functions include:
Article IX. C. Membership
All students of The Christ College are general members of Student Congress and are encouraged to attend meetings. Student Congress Officers are elected by their peers.
IX. E. Requirements of Student Congress Officers
In order to maintain their position as Officers, students must:
a. Maintain at least a 2.5 GPA. The Student Congress Faculty/Staff Advisors will check the GPAs of all Officers when final grades are posted each semester. Any Officer who does not maintain at least a 2.5 GPA will be suspended from his or her position until the GPA recovers to 2.5 or higher.
b. Maintain an active, positive interest in the well-being of The Christ College community.
c. Communicate with peers, administration, faculty, and staff in a professional manner.
i. Respond to personal emails, and group emails within 48 business hours.
d. Attend Student Congress and College governance meetings as assigned.
i. If unable to attend Student Congress meetings, provide a written update on the status of all current projects to the Chair via e-mail in advance of the start of the meeting.
ii. If unable to attend College governance meetings as assigned, inform the Chair and Vice Chair in advance so that an alternate Officer may be found to attend instead.
e. Serve the student body and The College in a professional manner.
f. Effectively balance school and personal activities and give the appropriate amount of time necessary to fulfill Student Congress duties. If unable to fulfill assigned duties, Officers are responsible for requesting assistance from the rest of the Board so that duties are not neglected.
g. Only one, the Chair or Vice Chair, can be in their senior year. This will ensure both are not serving at the same time while in their last year of school.
The Officers of the Student Congress Board include:
a. Chair
b. Vice Chair
c. Secretary
d. Social and Community Activities Chair(s) (Up to three students can serve as this role)
e. Fundraising Chair
f. Diversity Chair
g. Educational Chair
Students may hold only one Officer position on Student Congress at a time. Over the course of their time at The College, they may hold multiple positions if nominated and elected.
Students elected to Student Congress Officer positions are not permitted to concurrently hold an Officer position in any other student organization.
In the event that an Officer steps down from office or becomes ineligible to serve, the remaining Officers will be responsible for filling the vacancy. The student chosen to fill the vacancy will be subject to Faculty/Staff Advisor approval.
Article IX. F. Duties of Student Congress Officers
Chair
a. Represent the student body as a member of the Delegate Council.
b. May serve only one year as chair.
c. Will set the meetings dates for each semester. Meetings dates will be sent to the Faculty/Staff Advisors no later than August for Fall semester and November for Spring semester.
d. Construct and distribute agendas for Student Congress meetings.
e. Preside over Student Congress meetings.
f. Appoint an acting Secretary to document meeting minutes, if the Secretary is not present at the meeting.
g. Cast the deciding vote in the case of a tie.
h. Appoint ad-hoc committees as needed to ensure the proper conduct of the business of Student Congress.
i. Follow up with the other Student Congress Officers to assure completion of projects and fulfillment of duties, recruiting additional assistance as needed.
j. Collaborate with the Faculty/Staff Advisors on the planning and implementation of Student Congress ideas and proposals.
k. Expedite Student Congress business, considering the rights of all members.
l. Invite all students, faculty, and staff to participate in activities of Student Congress, when appropriate.
m. Work with the Student Congress Officers and Faculty/Staff Advisors in planning the annual financial budget.
Vice Chair
a. Represent the student body at Delegate Council meetings in the absence of the Student Congress Chair.
b. Attend monthly Student Congress meetings. .
c. Assist the Chair in carrying out Student Congress functions, preside over meetings in the absence of the Chair, and provide additional leadership as able.
d. Serve on special ad-hoc committees within Student Congress as needed.
e. Collaborate with Student Congress Faculty/Staff Advisors, Officers, and other appropriate individuals when planning special events.
f. Publish a newsletter twice a year, each semester (by the end of August and January), informing students, faculty, and staff of upcoming Student Congress activities and events.
g. Work with the Student Congress Chair, Officers, and Faculty/Staff Advisors in planning the annual financial budget.
Secretary
a. Attend monthly Student Congress meetings. If unable to attend a meeting, provide a written update to the Chair on the status of all current projects.
b. Keep accurate minutes and attendance at all Student Congress meetings.
c. Distribute completed minutes via e-mail for review by the Officers and the Faculty/Staff Advisors before the next meeting.
d. Bring a hard copy of approved minutes to each meeting to be signed by the Chair and Secretary. Give signed meeting minutes to the Faculty/Staff Advisor.
e. Faculty/Staff Advisors will place the approved minutes on The College’s share drive and provide a hard copy to The Assistant to the President.
f. Notify the Chair in advance if unable to attend meetings so an acting Secretary can be appointed.
g. Have the Student Congress By-Laws and any other pertinent information available at each meeting.
h. Serve on special ad-hoc committees within Student Congress.
i. Take responsibility for removing all outdated flyers, signs, and newsletters around College buildings on a monthly basis, in alignment with The College’s guidance on signage.
Social Activities Chair
a. Attend monthly Student Congress meetings. If unable to attend a meeting, provide a written update to the Chair on the status of all current projects.
b. Organize committee(s) of Student Congress Officers and other students to help with Social and Community Activities and serve as the chair of said committee(s). As Chair, arrange and plan activities/events focused on building community among the student body, faculty, and staff. The following are the required events:
1. August- will work with other student groups and Student Success for a welcome back event
2. September - Student Congress events
3. December- chair the Adopt a Family event and work with the other student groups and the Faculty and Staff of The College for successfully implementation.
4. January - Student Congress events
5. April- work with other student groups for an end-of-year event
c. May arrange more College-wide events in addition to the above assignments.
d. Present ideas and detailed reports, including estimated budget, at monthly meetings in advance of any proposed activities/events.
e. Collaborate with the Faculty/Staff Advisors on the planning and implementation of proposed activities.
i. Faculty/Staff Advisor will complete the Purchase Approval Form (PAF) and submit to The Assistant to the President for final approval and issuance of a check or for record of reimbursement of funds.
ii. Send the flyer to advertise the event to Faculty/Staff Advisor for approval and printing.
iii. Take the approved flyers and hang in appropriate places in The College, in alignment with The College’s guidance on signage.
f. Provide information on planned events to the Vice Chair for inclusion in the newsletter (by the beginning of August and January).
g. Publicize planned events throughout College buildings with flyers, signs, etc. in alignment with The College’s guidance on signage.
h. Serve on special ad-hoc committees within Student Congress as needed.
Fundraising Chair
a. Attend monthly Student Congress meetings. If unable to attend a meeting, provide a written update to the Chair on the status of all current projects.
b. Organize fundraising efforts designed to help raise money for Student Congress activities and events, convening appropriate committee(s) as needed to plan and implement fundraising events (at least two per semester).
c. Brainstorm potential fundraising efforts and present proposals at Student Congress meetings.
d. Work collaboratively with advisor(s) for all TCC merchandise orders. Have at least two sales each semester on a variety of days. Merchandise should be available for evening classes for at least one sale per semester.
e. Coordinate all sale events.
f. Submit the idea approved by Student Congress Officers to the Faculty/Staff Advisors
i. Faculty/Staff Advisor will complete the PAF and submit to The Assistant to the President for final approval and issuance of a check or for record of reimbursement of funds.
ii. Fundraising Chair will work collaboratively with Advisor(s) to place the order with an approved vendor
iii. Fundraising Chair will work collaboratively with Advisor(s) to obtain the completed merchandise from the vendor, record the inventory, and organize and publicize merchandise sales College-wide.
iv. Send the flyer to advertise the sales to Faculty/Staff Advisor for approval and printing.
v. Will take the approved flyers and hang in appropriate places in The College, in alignment with The College’s guidance on signage.
g. Organize and maintain an accurate inventory of all TCC merchandise ordered, reporting a summary at monthly meetings. An inventory sheet will be maintained and stored in the inventory closet.
h. Post a current pricing list in the inventory closet for easy access for sales.
i. Report overall progress of the planning and implementation of fundraising efforts at monthly meetings.
j. Include all students, faculty, staff, and alumni in Student Congress fundraising efforts, where appropriate.
k. Provide information on planned events to the Vice Chair for inclusion in the newsletter (by the beginning of August and January).
l. Collaborate with the Faculty/Staff Advisors and Student Congress Officers, as needed, on the planning and implementation of proposed fundraising activities.
m. Serve on special ad-hoc committees within Student Congress as needed.
Student Diversity Ambassador
a. Attend monthly Student Congress meetings. If unable to attend a meeting, provide a written update to the Chair on the status of all current projects.
b. Serve as a student liaison between Diversity and Inclusion Committee or Council, where applicable, and the students at The College.
c. Attend at least three (3) Diversity and Inclusion Committee or Council meetings per year.
d. In collaboration with the Social Chair, plan and coordinate at least one student event focused on Diversity and Inclusion each year.
e. Report activities of the Diversity and Inclusion Committee or Council to the Student Congress, where applicable.
f. Provide information on planned events and updates from the Diversity and Inclusion Committee or Council to the Vice Chair for inclusion in the newsletter (by the beginning of August and January), where applicable.
g. Serve on special ad-hoc committees within Student Congress as needed.
Educational Chair
a. Attend monthly Student Congress meetings. If unable to attend a meeting, provide a written update to the Chair on the status of all current projects.
b. Organize committee(s) of Student Congress Officers and other students to help with educational activities and serve as the Chair of said committee(s). As Chair, sponsor, arrange and plan activities/events focused on building community among educational opportunities for the student body. The following are the required events:
i. Student Success Workshops (Science, Math and Writing workshops)
ii. Evolve Super User
Optional Events:
i. Kaplan NCLEX Success free workshops
ii. Kaplan NCLEX Success Courses hosted at TCC
c. May arrange more College-wide events in addition to the above assignments based on the students’ needs and interests as they relates to education and educational success at The College.
d. Present ideas and detailed reports, including estimated budget, at monthly meetings in advance of any proposed activities/events.
e. Collaborate with the Faculty/Staff Advisors on the planning and implementation of proposed activities.
i. Faculty/Staff Advisor will complete the Purchase Approval Form (PAF) and submit to The Assistant to the President for final approval and issuance of a check or for record of reimbursement of funds.
ii. Send the flyer to advertise the event to Faculty/Staff Advisor for approval and printing.
iii. Take the approved flyers and hang in appropriate places in The College, in alignment with The College’s guidance on signage.
f. Provide information on planned events to the Vice Chair for inclusion in the newsletter (by the beginning of August and January).
g. Publicize planned events throughout College buildings with flyers, signs, etc. in alignment with The College’s guidance on signage.
h. Serve on special ad-hoc committees within Student Congress as needed.
Article IX. G. Meetings
Meetings will be held monthly and as deemed necessary. A meeting calendar will be completed by the Student Congress Officers no later than August for Fall semester meetings and November for Spring semester meetings. Meetings can be called by the Chair or by a Faculty/Staff Advisor and may be virtual (held via conference call or e-mail), if needed.
Article IX. H. Attendance and Voting
Meeting attendance for Officers is mandatory. If unable to attend a meeting, then a written update must be provided to the Chair in advance. An elected Officer of Student Congress who is unable to be present at three (3) meetings per academic year and fails to provide a written update for every absence is deemed to have resigned their office. A letter will be sent to the absent Officer outlining the details of forfeiting the position. This forfeiture letter will typically be sent by the Chair but may be sent by another Officer as appointed by the Faculty/Staff Advisors, if needed. If an Officer resigns, the Student Congress Officers and Advisory Board will elect a new student by majority vote to fill the unexpired term.
Meeting attendance for general student members is voluntary. All students, as general members of Student Congress, are invited to attend meetings. General student members are voting members of Student Congress and are invited to join the Officers in voting on matters brought before the Student Congress Board for approval.
Article IX. I. Faculty/Staff Advisors
At least two faculty members or one faculty member and one staff member will together serve as the Student Congress Faculty/Staff Advisors. Faculty/Staff Advisors are responsible for guiding, coaching, and providing support to the Student Congress throughout the academic year. The Faculty/Staff Advisors will:
Article IX. J. Amendments
This Student Congress constitution may be amended by majority vote of the Student Congress Officers.
Article IX. K. Student Congress Money Making Projects
All projects are subject to the discretion of the Faculty/Staff Advisors and the policies of The Christ College.
Creation of New Student Club and Organizations
Edited 10/14/2022
Students are encouraged to initiate the creation of clubs and organizations that can help them develop the leadership skills that will benefit them in their professional endeavors and can help create a culture of student engagement throughout The College.
All organizations that are created by students must:
Procedure for Establishing a New College Club or Organization
Updated 10/17/2015
Health Insurance
Students enrolled at The College are required to carry health insurance and provide proof of current personal health insurance coverage to TCC. A student may not participate in any course without meeting these requirements. Students who do not comply will not be allowed to enroll or continue enrollment at The Christ College.
Background Checks
Edited 10/14/2022
The purpose of background checks at TCC is to ensure that the institution is preparing students who will be qualified to enter the healthcare field. As such, all new students entering The College must undergo a criminal background check as a condition of enrollment, and returning students must submit and satisfactorily complete an annual background check as a condition of continuing enrollment. Clinical agencies may require additional background checks.
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Drug Testing
Edited 10/14/2022
Drug testing is required by The College for all students as a condition of enrollment. Failure to comply or achieve a satisfactory outcome will result in the student’s admission offer being rescinded, and attempts to re-apply to The College in the future may not be considered. Students may be drug tested any time due to “reasonable suspicion”. Circumstances which constitute reasonable suspicion include, but are not limited to, physiological signs of possible impairment from drugs or a pattern of abnormal behavior. Clinical agencies may require additional drug tests prior to beginning clinical.
Refusal to permit testing will be an automatic dismissal from The College. If the student fails a drug screen and cannot produce valid prescription documentation that is reviewed and confirmed by Employee Health, the student will be automatically dismissed from The College. Two (2) dilute drug tests will constitute a failed drug test. Students who are dismissed from The College due to a failed drug test may not be permitted to reapply to The College. Students will be notified in writing by the Associate Dean of Nursing or designee of the failed drug test.
Vaccination and Health Requirements
Updated 2/18/2020; 10/14/2022
All students who are accepted at The Christ College are required to complete a health screening and provide documented immunity to specific diseases prior to starting classes as a condition of enrollment. All students must be current and compliant with each health requirement at all times throughout their enrollment with The College.
For more information, including a list of required screenings and vaccinations per program, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Vaccination and Health Requirements.
Drug and Alcohol Prevention Policies
Updated 4/22/2020; 10/14/2022
The Christ College seeks to provide an environment in which students may experience intellectual, emotional, physical, social, and personal growth. Development of the capacity to make informed decisions about drugs, including responsible choices about the consumption of alcohol, is a significant component of personal growth. The responsibility for making informed choices regarding drugs and the use of alcohol rests with everyone in The College.
To review TCC’s Drug and Alcohol Prevention policies, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Drug and Alcohol Prevention.
Prohibition of Hazing and Bullying
Added 8/29/2022
The Christ College prohibits hazing and bullying as defined by this policy and will investigate and respond to all reports of hazing and bullying. For more information, click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Prohibition of Hazing and Bullying.
Student Travel Policy
Updated on 1/19/2016; 11/15/2016; 12/11/2017
The Christ College believes that College-sponsored off campus events involving student transportation and travel (“trips”) are a valuable part of a student’s learning experience.
For more information, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Student Travel Policy.
Service Animal Policy
Updated 05/01/2020
Service animals assisting individuals with disabilities are welcomed and generally permitted in all facilities and on all campuses with the exceptions described in our policy portal.
For more information, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Service Animals on Campus.
Leave of Absence
Updated 01/11/2016, 3/19/2021
Leave of Absence (LOA) is defined as an approved absence from The College for a period not exceeding one year from the beginning of the last semester in which the student was enrolled. LOAs are granted for a medical or catastrophic reason.
(Notes: For leaves not exceeding one semester, please see the Non-Continuous Enrollment Policy. Leaves of Absence associated with active duty in the US Armed Forces are addressed by a separate policy—Military Leave of Absence.)
For more information, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Leave of Absence.
Pregnant and Parenting Student Policy
Updated 03/19/2021
A student who foresees any educational issues related to a pregnancy or due to parenting responsibilities is strongly encouraged to notify The College as soon as possible. By doing so, the student and College personnel can collaborate and develop an appropriate plan for the continuation of the student’s education in light of the unique nature of The College’s nursing and health sciences programs and their clinical requirements. Pre-planning can also help with particular challenges a student may face while pregnant, when recovering from childbirth, or due to parenting obligations (e.g., missed classes, make-up work, etc.). Please note, however, that the choice to inform The College of a pregnancy is voluntary, and a student is not required to share this information with The College.
For more information, please click here to visit the Compliance Bridge Policy Portal and search Pregnancy and Parenting Student Policy.
Policy Exceptions
Edited 10/14/2022
College Administration (Associate Deans/Deans/VPs/President) may grant policy exceptions based on unusual facts or circumstances. Exceptions must not violate federal, state, or local laws or regulations, including governmental rules. In evaluating a request for an exception, Administration will meet the following standards: