HCC ADMINISTRATIVE SYLLABUS POLICIES
TITLE IX – Discrimination/Harassment/Sexual Misconduct
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal civil rights law that prohibits
discrimination on the basis of sex, including pregnancy, in college programs and activities.
Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, and retaliation are forms of discrimination
prohibited by Title IX. Title IX complaints are handled in accordance with KCTCS Administrative
Policy 3.3.1 and its associated procedures. Henderson Community College (HCC) is committed
to providing a safe learning environment for all students that is free from all forms
of discrimination and sexual harassment, including sexual assault, domestic violence,
dating violence, and stalking. Please be aware all HCC faculty members are “responsible
employees,” which means that if you tell me about a situation involving sexual harassment,
sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, or stalking, I must share that
information with the Title IX Coordinator. Although I have to make that notification,
you will control how your case will be handled, including whether or not you wish
to pursue a formal complaint. You may direct complaints of discrimination, harassment
and/or sexual misconduct to the Title IX Coordinator Dr. Chad Phillips via email or call 270-827-6158.
ADA/Disability Policy
If you need an accommodation because of a documented disability, you are required
to register with Accessibility (Disability) Services each semester. Please call 270-831-9783
or email April Johnson, ADA Coordinator, for assistance. If you require assistance during an emergency evacuation,
notify Ms. Johnson immediately.
Starfish
Starfish is a software package that allows college faculty and advisors to maintain
contact with students concerning their academic progress during the semester. If academic
progress is not satisfactory, “flags” can be issued with suggested improvements. “Referrals”
to academic support services can be made and positive comments, called “kudos”, may
also be issued. These Starfish notices will be sent to students’ college email addresses
only. Students will also have the opportunity to schedule appointments with their
academic advisors through the Starfish calendar feature. Students may access Starfish
through a link in Blackboard. Students should contact their instructor, their home
campus advisor, or home campus advising center if they have questions about Starfish:
Learn about Starfish
Academic Honesty Policy
The KCTCS faculty and students are bound by principles of truth and honesty that are
recognized as fundamental for a community of teachers and scholars. The college expects
students and faculty to honor, and faculty to enforce, these academic principles.
The college affirms that it will not tolerate academic dishonesty including, but
not limited to, violation of academic rights of students and student offenses. (Rules
of the Community College Senate, Section VII and Code of Student Conduct, Article
II).
Information about the academic rights of students and academic offenses and students'
right to appeal can be found in the Kentucky Community and Technical College System
Code of Student Conduct, Article II - Academic Policies and Procedures. The KCTCS
Code of Student Conduct is available at the following web site:
KCTCS Code of Conduct
Computer Ethics Statement
Students are expected to adhere to the Henderson Community College "Student Computing
Services General Policies." This policy is available on the HCC website at:
Student Computing Services Policies
Withdrawal Policy
HCC students are able to withdraw without instructor approval prior to mid-term point
in the semester as designated in the semester calendar. After mid-term, students must
receive permission from their instructor to withdraw. Students can request to withdraw
from a class through their PeopleSoft accounts.
Online Withdrawal/Drop Request
Student Code of Conduct
Henderson Community College strives to maintain an atmosphere of academic freedom
and personal respect that creates an environment in which all can be successful. As
part of this commitment, we follow the KCTCS Code of Student Conduct, developed by a group of representatives from across our 16 college system, that
serves as a guide for the student's responsibilities and rights within our academic
community.
Financial Aid Repayment Statement
Financial Aid Repayment: Students receiving some form of federal financial aid through
a KCTCS school (loans, grants, etc.) who drop courses may be required to pay back
all or a portion of their financial aid. Dropping courses may also affect your Satisfactory
Academic Progress (SAP) and your future eligibility for financial aid. Please contact
Financial Aid at (877) 528-2748 for more information on how dropping courses will
affect your financial aid. You may also refer to the links below for more information.
KCTCS Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy:
Learn about the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
KCTCS Costs and Financial Aid:
Learn about KCTCS Costs and Financial Aid
HCC Return of Title IV Funds (R2T4) Policy:
Learn about the R2T4 Policy
Flexible Delivery Statement:
COVID-19 Statement:
Henderson Community College must remain flexible to meet challenges that may include
epidemics, pandemics, natural disasters, human-influenced disasters, and any and all
threats to the College’s campuses, students, employees, and surrounding communities.
To ensure the safety and well-being of its constituencies, the College maintains the
right to move classes temporarily or permanently to online, remote platforms; to hybrid
sections that includes some face-to-face learning and some remote learning; or to
a different campus, location, building, or time. Additionally, the College reserves
the right to institute plans or practices in the physical classroom/lab/activity spaces
and common areas to protect students and faculty. The College will attempt to make
these changes as minimally disruptive as possible, but the College reserves the sole
right to alter the particular type, place, or time for its classes.
HCC Care Center:
The HCC Care Center is committed to transforming the lives of currently enrolled HCC
students through assistance with meeting basic needs and accessing campus and community
resources. We will strive to remove non-academic barriers to college success and
promote educational attainment for all students.
All currently enrolled HCC students are welcome to use the HCC Care Center when they are in need of additional resources during their time at Henderson Community College. This is not income-based and does not affect a student’s financial aid.
- The center may be used by an HCC student one time per month.
- Students will begin by checking in at the front desk of the Start Center, 2nd Floor of the Sullivan Technology Center (STC) and complete the online intake form (https://bit.ly/2OY84oH) or complete form prior to their visit. An HCC support staff will assist from there.
- Depending on a student’s household size and the pantry items available, the student will receive non-perishable food and personal hygiene items. On and off-campus resource information will be available and any concerns discussed for community agency referrals.
Please contact Angie Watson by e-mail or by phone at 270-831-9671 with any questions about the HCC Care Center.
Handshake:
Handshake is the school's official job/internship portal. Once you fill in your career
interests, you'll get personalized recommendations for jobs and events and direct
outreach from employers interested in students like you. Right now 80% of students
with a complete Handshake profile get messaged by employers!
Activate your Handshake account.
Students must sign in with their KCTCS email and password.
- Download the Handshake app from Apple or Google Play so you get notifications on the latest jobs, events, and employers
- Learn more about Handshake
