Chronological Listing of Changes to the General Catalog 1998-2000

10/02/98 - AGR 297B - Gardening and Landscaping was added, but on November 2, 1998 the course number was changed to AGR 230.

10/02/98 - CMP 110X - Beginning Microsoft Excel 97 was added.

10/02/98 - CMP110Y - Intermediate Microsoft Excel 97 was added.

10/02/98 - CMP 110Z - Advanced Microsoft Excel 97 was added.

10/02/98 - CMP 110AA - Beginning Microsoft Access 97 was added.

10/02/98 - CMP 110AB - Intermediate Microsoft Access 97 was added.

10/02/98 - CMP 110AC - Advanced Microsoft Access 97 was added.

10/02/98 - CMP 110AD - Beginning Microsoft PowerPoint 97 was added.

10/02/98 - CMP 110AE - Intermediate Microsoft PowerPoint 97 was added.

10/02/98 - CMP 110AF - Advanced Microsoft PowerPoint 97 was added.

10/02/98 - CMP 115A - Beginning Microsoft Windows 95 was added.

10/02/98 - CMP 115B - Intermediate Microsoft Windows 95 was added.

10/02/98 - CMP 115C - Advanced Microsoft Windows 95 was added.

10/13/98 - BLD 160 - Intermediate Electricity was added.

10/13/98 - BLD 165 - Intermediate Plumbing was added.

10/14/98 - HCE 101 - was changed from 1 credit to 2 credits.umber 1

10/14/98 - HCE 112 - was changed from 3 credits to 2 credits.umber 1

10/14/98 - HCE 180 - Patient care Technician was changed from 2 credits to 4 credits. The Course Title was changed from Patient Care Skills, to: Patient Care Technician.

10/16/98 - GER 011 - Beginning Conversational German I was added.umberPrerequisite: FRE 261 1

10/16/98 - GER 012 - Beginning Conversational German II was added.umber 1

10/16/98 - JPN 011 - Beginning Conversational Japanese I was added.

10/16/98 - JPN 012 - Beginning Conversational Japanese II was added.umber 1

10/19/98 - AJS 261 - Concealed Weapons Recertification was added.umberPrerequisite: FRE 261 1

10/19/98 - MUS 105 - Music Theory I course description was updated to delete the concurrent enrollment requirement of MUS 155, and the prerequisite of MUS 102.umberPrerequisite: FRE 261 1

10/19/98 - MUS 106 - Music Theory II course description was updated to delete the concurrent enrollment requirement of MUS 156.umberPrerequisite: FRE 261 1

10/19/98 - MUS 205 - Music Theory III course description was updated to delete the concurrent enrollment requirement of MUS 255.umberPrerequisite: FRE 261 1

10/19/98 - MUS 206 - Music Theory IV course description was updated to delete the concurrent enrollment requirement of MUS 256.umberPrerequisite: FRE 261 1

10/19/98 - CMP 110R - QuickBooks course description was updated, and the credits were changed from 0.5 credits to 0.5 to 2 credits. u

10/22/98 - DRF 263 - Survey of CAD Systems course description was changed, and the credits were changed from 3 credits to 2-3 credits.mber 1

10/22/98 - Nursing Assistant Certificate 29601 replaces the Nursing Assistant Track II Certificate (#27315).mber 1

10/22/98 - CMP 123 - Pascal Programming course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mber 1

10/22/98 - CMP 170 - Database Management course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mber 1

10/22/98 - HPE 101BD - Beginning Softball I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mber 1

10/22/98 - HPE 102BD - Beginning Softball II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 201BD - Advanced Softball I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 202BD - Advanced Softball II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 101AA - Beginning Baseball I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 102AA - Beginning Baseball II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 201AA - Advanced Baseball I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 202AA - Advanced Baseball II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 101D - Beginning Bowling I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 102D - Beginning Bowling II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 201D - Advanced Bowling I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 202D - Advanced Bowling II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 101AC - Beginning Basketball I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 102AC - Beginning Basketball II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 201AC - Advanced Basketball I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 202AC - Advanced Basketball II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 101J - Beginning Jogging/Hiking I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 102J - Beginning Jogging/Hiking II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 201J -Advanced Jogging/Hiking I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 202J - Advanced Jogging/Hiking II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 101AF - Beginning Varsity Volleyball I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 102AF - Beginning Varsity Volleyball II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 201AF - Advanced Varsity Volleyball I course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

10/22/98 - HPE 202AF - Advanced Varsity Volleyball II course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.mb

11/02/98 - AGR 230 - Gardening and Landscaping was added. (This course was formerly identified as AGR 297B).me

11/02/98 - OFT 108 - Keyboarding for Business I was added.me

11/06/98 - ENG 090 - Reading Improvement I course description changed 11/6/98. Previous course description: For students scoring below 7.0 grade level on the reading placement test.me

11/06/98 - ENG 091 - Reading Improvement II course description changed 11/6/98. Previous course description: For students scoring between 7.0 and 9.9 grade levels on the reading placement test. Completion meets the AAS reading requirement.cc

11/09/98 - MUS 155 - Class Piano I course description has been updated to delete the concurrent enrollment requirement.m

11/09/98 - MUS 156 - Class Piano II course description has been updated to delete the concurrent enrollment requirement.me

11/09/98 - MUS 255 - Class Piano III course description has been updated to delete the concurrent enrollment requirement.me

11/09/98 - MUS 256 - Class Piano IV course description has been updated to delete the concurrent enrollment requirement.me

11/09/98 - ENG 092 - Reading Improvement III was deleted 11/09/98 and replaced by ENG 113 - College Reading. ENG 092 Course description: For students scoring between 10.0 and 11.9 grade levels on the reading placement test. Completion meets the AA graduation reading requirement.

11/11/98 - CMP 115 - Microsoft Windows was updated to change the title from Windows for IBM. The credits were changed from 1-2 to 0.5 to 2 credits. The course description was updated to delete the reference of IBM.me

11/11/98 - HCE 180 - Patient Care Technician - course description was updated, and the credits were changed from 4 credits to 2 credits. The title was changed from Patient Care Skills to Patient Care Technician. Last modified 10/14/99.e

11/11/98 - HCE 185 - Orientation to Occupational and Physical Therapy was updated to change the title from Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy. The course description has also been updated.me

11/11/98 - HCE 187 - Respiratory Therapy has been deleted.  Course description:  2 credits, offered upon request.  This course is focused on knowledge and skill necessary to perform respiratory therapy duties. The content includes selected respiratory care to patients following accepted respiratory care practices, policy and procedures, and physician's orders.e

11/11/98 - Patient Care Technician curriculum has been updated. The total credits required for entire curriculum has changed from 20 to 18.me

11/11/98 - BUA 251 - Business Communications was deleted 11/11/98. Course description: 3 credit hours, offered upon request. Prerequisite: ENG 102. The study of communication as it relates to business. Emphasis is placed on written and oral communication and includes a study of the theory and practice of writing business letters and reports.me

11/11/98 - ENG 238 - Summer Reading I was deleted 11/11/98.  Course description:  2 credits, offered upon request in summer only, extended registration available.  Selected readings in American literature. Students meet with instructor at the end of the semester for discussion of assigned work.e

11/11/98 - ENG 239 - Summer Reading II was deleted.  Course description:  2 credits, offered upon request in summer only, extended registration available.  Selected readings in world literature. Students meet with instructor at the end of the semester for discussion of assigned work.

11/11/98 - HPE 101T - Beginning Water Safety Instruction I was deleted.  Course description:  1 credit,  GE category: AAS degree only, offered every fall and spring semester, extended registration available.e

11/11/98 - HPE 102T - Beginning Water Safety Instruction II was deleted.  Course description:  1 credit, GE category: AAS degree only, offered every fall and spring semester, extended registration available.

11/11/98 - HPE 201T - Advanced Water Safety Instruction I was deleted.  1 credit, GE category: AAS degree only, offered every fall and spring semester, extended registration available.me

11/11/98 - HPE 202T - Advanced Water Safety Instruction II has been deleted.  1 credit, GE category: AAS degree only, offered every fall and spring semester, extended registration available.

11/11/98 - ENG 113 - College Reading replaces ENG 092 - Reading Improvement III.

11/11/98 - Medical Assistant - Front Office Certificate of Proficiency has been updated as follows: HCE 112 - Medical Terminology has been changed from 3 credits to 2 credits; and HCE 101 - Basic Life Support has been changed from 1 credit to 2 credits. This did not change the total health care education core requirement number.

11/11/98 - Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Certificate of Proficiency has been updated as follows: HCE 112 - Medical Terminology has been changed from 3 credits to 2 credits; and HCE 101 - Basic Life Support has been changed from 1 credit to 2 credits. This did not change the total health care education core requirement number.

11/11/98 - Emergency Medical Tecnician - Basic Certificate of Proficiency has been updated as follows: HCE 112 - Medical Terminology has been changed from 3 credits to 2 credits; and HCE 101 - Basic Life Support has been changed from 1 credit to 2 credits. This did not change the total health care education core requirement number.

11/11/98 - Home Health Aide Certificate of Proficiency has been updated as follows: HCE 112 - Medical Terminology has been changed from 3 credits to 2 credits; and HCE 101 - Basic Life Support has been changed from 1 credit to 2 credits. This did not change the total health care education core requirement number.

11/11/98 - Nursing Assistant Certificate of Proficiency has been updated as follows: HCE 112 - Medical Terminology has been changed from 3 credits to 2 credits; and HCE 101 - Basic Life Support has been changed from 1 credit to 2 credits. This did not change the total health care education core requirement number.

11/11/98 - Medical Transcription Certificate of Proficiency has been updated as follows: HCE 112 - Medical Terminology has been changed from 3 credits to 2 credits; and HCE 101 - Basic Life Support has been changed from 1 credit to 2 credits. This did not change the total health care education core requirement number.

11/11/98 - Automotive Service Technology AAS degree curriculum has been updated to delete MSP 210 - Technical Welding from the optional course listing.

11/11/98 - Automotive Mechanics certificate has been updated to delete MSP 210 - Technical Welding from the optional course listing.

11/11/98 - MSP 115 - Blacksmithing and Fabricating was added.

11/11/98 - PSY 212 - Principles of Learning & Conditioning has been deleted.

11/11/98 - Office Technology AAS degree has been updated to include more choices under the "Recommended Electives" section.

11/11/98 - Tech-Prep Office Technology AAS degree has been updated to include more choices under the "Computers Office Technology" section.

11/11/98 - The Fee Schedule for 1999-2000 was changed.

The following chart shows the previous fee schedule.

 

Arizona Residents

Out-of-state Non-residents

General Tuition and Fees

$326.00

$326.00

Books & Incidentals

200.00*

200.00*

Room & Meals
(7-day meal plan, double room occupancy)

1,680.00*

1,680.00*

Out-of-State Tuition

NA

1,900.00

TOTAL:

$2,206.00*

$4,106.00*

            *These are estimated costs and subject to annual change.

Refundable Tuition and Fees

 

Credit
Hours

Arizona
Residents

Out of State
Students

 

1

$25

$45

2

$50

$90

3

$50

$90

4

$50

$90

5

$50

$90

6

$50

$90

7

$96

$446

8

$142

$802

9

$188

$1158

10

$234

$1514

11

$280

$1870

12 & over

$326

$2226

Audit Fee (per credit hour, in
addition to General Tuition)

$30

Nonrefundable Fees

 

Allied Health:

 

   Nursing lab fee

$40 per term

   Nursing malpractice insurance

$15 per year*

   EMT/IEMT/Paramedic insurance

$61.50 per year*

   All other malpractice insurance

$15 per year*

Check returned fee--1st time

$15

Check returned fee--2nd time

$20

CLEP administrative fee

$10

Credit by exam (per credit hour, in addition to General Tuition)

$30

Diploma replacement fee

$15

Graduation fee

$25

ID card replacement fee

$10

Math and English assessment (per discipline)

$20

Miscellaneous activities fees

to be determined

Transcript fee

$3

FAX surcharge

$2

12/98 - Financial Aid section has been revised. The old version is as follows:

Financial Aid

Eastern Arizona College has a comprehensive financial aid program to ensure, to the extent of available funding, that no student will be denied a college education because of lack of funds. EAC believes that primary responsibility for financing your education rests with you and your family. The ability of you and your family to provide that support is calculated through a federally approved needs analysis system.

A financial aid "package" often includes more than one type of aid. Eligibility requirements for the following programs are general in nature, and may change without notice. For more specific details please contact the Financial Aid Office.

Grants

Grants are awards which do not have to be repaid. Included are Pell Grants, Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG), and for Arizona residents, the State Student Incentive Grant (SSIG).

Employment

College Work-Study Program (CWS): Federally funded part-time employment. Pay dates are twice monthly. Student employees are paid at least the federal minimum hourly rate.

Institutional Work-Study Program: College funded part-time employment awarded at specific request of faculty or staff. Pay procedures are similar to those under CWS above.

Loans

EAC no longer participates in the Student Loan Programs.

Disbursements

Disbursement of grants and scholarships will be by cash or check on the first day of the semester or as soon after as practicable.

Veterans and Children of Deceased Veterans

Most of Eastern Arizona College's curricula and courses listed in this catalog are approved for veterans training. You can contact the EAC Veterans Affairs Office (in the Records and Registration Office) for information on approved courses. These programs are maintained by cooperative arrangement between Eastern Arizona College, the State of Arizona, and the United States Department of Education. The College and students must comply with all regulations governing the Act under which the students are granted educational benefits.

You should apply for educational benefits from the Department of Veterans Affairs well in advance of your enrollment at Eastern Arizona College. Our Veterans Affairs Office on the Thatcher campus or at the Gila Pueblo Campus in Globe can provide you with the Veterans Application for Education Benefits. You'll need to arrange for transmittal directly to EAC of an official transcript from all colleges attended. For further information please write to Veterans Affairs Office, Eastern Arizona College, Thatcher AZ 85552-0769.

The Application Process

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) should be submitted as soon as possible after January 1 if you plan to enroll the following fall term. EAC's deadline for priority consideration is April 15. Since errors or incomplete forms cause delays it is important to complete the form early, carefully, and accurately. If there are difficulties or questions in filling out the form, please request assistance from a high school counselor or our Financial Aid Office.

Approximately 30% of all applications will be selected for a process called "verification." If the Department of Education or the College selects you for verification, you must prove that the information you reported is correct by submitting income tax forms and other documents. Therefore, you should save copies of all records and materials used in applying for aid.

Eligibility Determination

Before aid can be awarded your financial aid file must be complete, including all documents requested. Aid is then awarded on a first-come, first-served basis until funds are depleted. The amount of your award is determined by eligibility, availability of funds, and compliance with deadlines. You must reapply for aid each year.

Two basic steps are used in determining financial aid eligibility.

Step 1. Determination of costs (student budget). Financial Aid considers fees, tuition, room and board, books, transportation, and personal expenses. Several standard budgets are designed to reflect a modest but adequate standard of living. Budgets are revised only if you can document extraordinary costs over which you have no control. The following are samples of the standard budgets to be used for the academic year based on an average of 16 credits per semester.

 

Living at Home

Living Off Campus

Living in Dorm

General Fees and Tuition

$ 732.00

$ 732.00

$ 732.00

Room and Board

1,700.00

4,462.00

3,300.00

Books and Supplies

400.00

400.00

400.00

Transportation

950.00

950.00

950.00

Miscellaneous

1,290.00

1,290.00

1,290.00

Total

$5,072.00

$7,834.00

$6,672.00

Step 2. From the appropriate budget, subtract the expected family contribution as computed from information supplied on the application. This results in the maximum eligibility.

Financial aid cannot be awarded until you have declared a major and are enrolled in courses that will lead to a degree or certificate. If you have neither a high school diploma nor GED then you must take and pass the Ability to Benefit test and results must be in the Financial Aid Office before aid can be awarded.

Award Letter and Acceptance of Financial Aid

An award letter is sent to you as the official offer of aid. You should sign and return the letter promptly. The Fiscal Control Office disburses aid and all debts to the College will be deducted from any amounts due you.

Satisfactory Academic Progress

To insure compliance with Federal regulations, EAC will award federal financial aid only to those students who are making satisfactory academic progress toward obtaining a degree or certificate. These procedures are designed to encourage you to successfully complete a degree or certificate in the appropriate amount of time. The following standards judge that progress. These standards should not be confused with the academic standards of the College, which may differ.

Standards: You are required to successfully complete at least the number of credits for which financial aid was received. For full-time students this means a minimum of 12 credit hours. Part-time students are evaluated on a proportional basis. Repeat courses are counted in the total number of credits for that semester. Audited credit hours are not included.

You are required to maintain at least a 2.00 grade point average (GPA).

Ninety-six (96) credits, including transfer credits, will be considered the maximum time frame for completion of most Associate degree programs. Proportional amounts of time will be allocated to students in shorter programs or to part-time students.

Financial aid may cover a maximum of 30 credit hours of developmental classes. This includes classes below the 100 level and MAT 120 and ENG 100. However these credits will be included in the maximum total.

Financial Aid Status: If you are a full-time student but completed fewer than 12 credits or earned less than a 2.00 GPA, you may be placed on probation for the following semester. While on probation, you may continue to receive financial aid but must complete the number of probation credits with at least a 2.00 GPA.

If you achieve less than 1.00 GPA or complete fewer than six credits, you may not receive a probationary semester and future aid will be canceled.

Appeals: If you fail to meet the above standards and feel that there are significant extenuating circumstances you may submit an appeal. Appeals are to be made in writing to the Director of Financial Aid and should be accompanied by an evaluation and recommendation from the Counseling Office. This recommendation should outline the specific problem and project your ability to complete the program.

These decisions may also be appealed. The appeal should be in writing and submitted to the Financial Aid Office with a request for review by the Financial Aid Committee.

Reestablishing Eligibility: If your aid is canceled due to lack of compliance with the above standards, you can reestablish eligibility by completing the deficit credits without federal financial aid and by bringing the cumulative GPA up to 2.00. If these credits are taken at another school you must arrange to have an academic transcript and a Financial Aid Transcript (FAT) sent from the other school. Only those credits which transfer will be included in the calculation.

Financial Aid will attempt to notify you of any deficiencies in a timely manner; however, it is your responsibility to be aware of the conditions of Satisfactory Academic Progress and to ensure compliance.

Student Rights

You have the right to know:

  • what programs are available at EAC.
  • the deadlines for submitting applications.
  • how your financial aid eligibility was determined.
  • the refund and repayment policies.
  • the satisfactory progress requirements.
  • the costs at EAC.

Student Responsibilities

You must:

  • complete all application materials accurately and on time.
  • provide correct information. Misreporting may be considered a criminal offense.
  • accept responsibility for all agreements that you sign. The award letter is a legal contract; please read it before signing.
  • notify the Financial Aid Office in writing of any changes in address, marital status, name, or drop in credits that takes you below the number of credits for which you are receiving aid.
  • complete the number of credit hours for which you are paid with at least a 2.00 GPA.

For additional information contact: Financial Aid Office, Eastern Arizona College, Thatcher AZ 85552-0769, (928) 428-8287; FAX: (928) 428-8462; send email to: finaid@eac.edu

12/09/98 - SBM 105 - Customer Service was added.

1/13/99 – Lois Ann Moody replaced Ladd Mullenaux as Secretary of the District Governing Board.

1/13/99 – The Grievance Procedure – Academic Standards section has been revised.  The old version is as follows:

Grievance Procedure - Academic Standards

Students aggrieved by College actions of an academic nature shall have the opportunity for appeal.

The professional educator's qualifications and rights to determine academic standards are respected and accepted. The professional educator shall be accountable for establishing and maintaining appropriate academic standards for coursework.

When a complaint about academic standards arises, you should use the following procedure to make the complaint legitimate. Your right for grievance shall be forfeited if the complaint is not addressed through the Official Review Process - Academic Standards. The Official Review Process - Academic Standards may not be applicable when services are delivered under the provisions of a negotiated contract.

 

Definition of Terms

Days - Calendar days exclusive of official holidays as identified in the College Catalog.

Complainant - Student complainant.

Professional Educator - College professional educator(s) responsible for the program or action for which the student complainant has a grievance.

Academic Affairs Officer - Campus official designated by the College President for oversight of academic affairs.

Admissions and Academic Standards Appeals Committee - College committee charged with responsibility to advise the College President on policies, standards, rules and regulations for academic standards and student admission; and to serve as an appeals committee for grievances concerning academic standards.

Academic Standard - All actions relating to grades, grading standards, professional educator conduct, materials presented in a classroom or adjunct by the professional educator, and professional educator discrimination against a student exclusive of discrimination as defined by federal or state laws.

 

Official Review Process - Academic Standards

Step 1. The Complainant shall seek out, within thirty (30) days of the alleged action, the Professional Educator so both parties may be afforded an opportunity to clarify facts and to reach a mutually acceptable solution.

Step 2. If Complainant satisfaction is not achieved in Step 1, the Complainant shall provide a written request for a meeting to the Division Chair responsible for oversight of the standards employed by the Professional Educator. Within five (5) days of receipt of the request the Division Chair shall arrange for a meeting to include the following individuals: the Division Chair, the Professional Educator, and the Complainant. The Division Chair shall attempt to mediate an acceptable solution.

Step 3. If Complainant satisfaction is not achieved in Step 2, the Complainant shall provide a written request for a hearing by the Admissions and Academic Standards Appeals Committee. The request shall articulate the complaint and shall be delivered to the Academic Affairs Officer within 5 days after receiving a recommended solution as provided in Step 2. Within ten (10) days of receipt of the request, but not less than three (3) days of receipt of request, the Chair of the Admissions and Academic Standards Appeals Committee shall arrange for a hearing. The Complainant, the Professional Educator and the Division Chair shall be in attendance at the hearing. Within ten (10) days of the conclusion of the hearing the Chair of the Admissions and Academic Standards Appeals Committee shall set forth a written document addressing finding of fact and the decision reached by the Committee. Copies shall be addressed to the Complainant, the Professional Educator, the Division Chair, and the College President.

Step 4. If Complainant or Professional Educator satisfaction is not achieved at the conclusion of Step 3, either the Complainant or the Professional Educator shall have five (5) days to provide a written request to the College President seeking a review of issues in question. The College President shall render a decision. Admissions and Academic Standards Appeals Committee decisions shall be suspended while an appeal is pending with the College President.

Step 5. If Complainant satisfaction is not achieved in Step 4, the Complainant shall provide a written request to the College President seeking review of issues in question by the District Governing Board.

1/13/99 - The Student Code of Conduct has been revised. The old version is as follows:

Student Code of Conduct

The College, under the authority vested by law in the Arizona State Board of Directors for Community Colleges, has the obligation to determine the standards of conduct appropriate for those who become members of its student body. These standards apply to all and will be administered by the President and/or his designee who may take disciplinary action deemed appropriate for the violation committed. Students, who have rights and privileges as citizens, must keep in mind that admission to the College is a privileged status and involves special additional obligations to the college community. It also presumes that students, as members of the academic community, understand that due regard for law and the rights of others are always involved in the realm of liberty.

The rules of conduct specified below are not all-inclusive but are emphasized as being among those necessary for the security and well-being of students attending Eastern Arizona College and are among the circumstances which may lead to disciplinary action and possible dismissal.

 

Grievance Procedure - Non-Academic Standards

Students aggrieved by College actions of a non-academic nature shall have the opportunity for appeal. When a complaint about a non-academic action arises, use the following procedure to render the complaint legitimate. Your right for grievance shall be forfeited if the complaint is not addressed through the Official Review Process-Non-Academic Standards. This process may not be applicable when services are delivered under the provisions of a negotiated contract.

 

Definition of Terms

Days: Calendar days exclusive of official holidays as identified in the College Catalog

Complainant: Student complainant

Official: College official(s) responsible for the program or action for which the student complainant has a grievance

Student Affairs Officer: Campus official designated by the College President for oversight of student affairs

Judiciary Committee: College committee charged with responsibility to advise the College President on policies, standards, rules and regulations for non-academic standards; and to serve as an appeals committee for grievances involving non-academic standards

Non-Academic Standards: All institutional actions exclusive of academic standards and discrimination as defined by federal or state laws

 

Official Review Process

Step 1. The Complainant shall seek out, within thirty (30) days of the alleged action, the Official so both parties may be afforded an opportunity to clarify facts and to reach a mutually acceptable solution.

Step 2. If Complainant satisfaction is not achieved in Step 1, the Complainant shall provide a written request identifying the problem and requesting a meeting with the Student Affairs Officer. Within five (5) days of receipt of the request, the Student Affairs Officer shall arrange for a meeting with the Complainant and attempt to mediate an acceptable solution.

Step 3. If Complainant satisfaction is not achieved in Step 2, the Complainant shall provide a written request for a hearing by the Judiciary Committee. The request shall articulate the complaint and shall be delivered to the Chair of the Judiciary Committee and Student Affairs Officer within five (5) days after receiving a recommended solution as provided in Step II. Within ten (10) days of receipt of the request, the Chair of the Judiciary Committee shall arrange for a hearing. The Complainant, the Student Affairs Officer and the Official shall be in attendance at the hearing. Within ten (10) days of the conclusion of the hearing, the Chair of the Judiciary Committee shall set forth a written document addressing findings of fact and the decision reached by the Committee. Copies shall be addressed to the Complainant, the Student Affairs Officer, the Official and the College President.

Step 4. If Complainant or Official satisfaction is not achieved at the conclusion of Step 3, either the Complainant or the Official shall have five (5) days to provide a written request to the College President seeking a review of issues in question. The College President shall render a decision. Judiciary Committee decisions shall be suspended while an appeal is pending with the College President.

Step 5. If Complainant satisfaction is not achieved in Step 4, the Complainant shall provide a written request to the College President seeking a review of issues in question by the District Governing Board.

 

General College Regulations Regarding the Illegal Use of a Controlled Substance

  1. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited on College property or as part of any of the College's activities. For purposes of this regulation a controlled substance shall include any of the following:
    1. An illegal drug
    2. A legal drug used in excess of medically prescribed dosage
    3. An alcoholic beverage
    4. Any other mind-altering substance used in excess of medically prescribed dosage.

 

  1. The conviction for the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance on College property or as part of any of its activities shall be cause for immediate suspension and shall result in one or more of the following conditions as considered appropriate by the College Office designated in charge of student affairs.

1.      Termination of enrollment with the college; or

2.      Requirement for the student to participate satisfactorily in a substance abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a federal, state, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency; and/or

3.      Other enrollment restrictions or stipulations as deemed in the best interest of the College and the student.

  1. Students shall receive each semester in the Class Schedule for careful consideration, information provided by the College detailing:
    1. Standards of conduct related to the possession, use, or distribution of drugs and alcohol by students on our institution's property or as any part of our institution's activities, including sanctions imposed for violation of those standards as detailed above in "General College Regulations," paragraphs A and B,
    2. A description of applicable legal sanctions under local, state and federal law for unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol,
    3. A description of the health risks associated with use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol, and
    4. A description of any drug and alcohol counseling treatment or rehabilitation or reentry programs that are available to students.

The College will conduct a biennial review of its Program to Prevent Illicit Use of Drugs and Abuse of Alcohol by Employees and Students to determine its effectiveness, implement needed changes, and ensure that disciplinary sanctions are consistently enforced.

 

Interference with Public Order and the Peaceful Conduct of Education

Eastern Arizona College is dedicated to the concept of providing education to all those who can benefit therefrom. The College has a responsibility to maintain public order so that individual rights to benefit from its programs and facilities will not be impaired.

A person commits interference with public order and the peaceful conduct of education at EAC by knowingly:

  1. Going upon or remaining upon the property in violation of any College rule or for the purpose of interfering with the lawful use of such property by others or in such manner as to deny or interfere with the lawful use of such property by others; or
  2. Refusing to obey a lawful order to leave the property given to maintain order by the College President or an officer or an employee designee. Such order may be given when the person of authority has reasonable grounds to believe that any person or persons are committing any act which interferes with or disrupts the lawful use of such property by others at the institution, or has reasonable grounds to believe any person has entered upon the property for the purpose of committing such an act; or
  3. Bringing onto campus, or possessing on campus any: (a) deadly weapon, (b) firearm (loaded or unloaded), (c) explosive, (d) nunchuaka, (e) breakable container containing flammable liquid with a flash point of 150 degrees Fahrenheit or less and has a wick or similar device capable of being ignited, or (f) any combination of parts or materials designed and intended for use in making or converting a device into any item set forth in subdivisions (c) or (e) of this paragraph. The provisions of this paragraph shall not apply to Police Officers, certified and commissioned in the State of Arizona, or to weapons, and/or chemicals possessed and used as part of a course of instruction at EAC, or for weapons used for lawful exhibition or demonstration approved by the College President or designee.

Campus Police shall have the primary charge to maintain public order and the peaceful conduct of education upon all College property, assisted when appropriate by local law enforcement personnel.

Penalties for interference with public order and the peaceful conduct of education upon College property shall include all appropriate legal remedies including, but not limited to:

In addition, any deadly weapon or dangerous instrument displayed or possessed by a person in violation of this policy shall be forfeited or otherwise disposed of in accord with A.R.S. § 13-2911.

 

Plagiarism

Plagiarism is offering another's work as one's own. It may occur in a variety of ways:

The consequences of plagiarism are serious and may result in failure of the plagiarized assignment and possible failure of the course. A student who is charged with plagiarism has the right of appeal through the College's Judiciary Appeals Committee.

You are responsible for being sure you understand plagiarism in order to avoid it.

1/26/99 - BUS 160 - Communication for the Occupations was revised to change the prerequisite from ENG 100 or ENG 101 to ENG 100 or higher.

2/8/99 - CMP 141 - Microsoft Networking Essentials was added.

2/10/99 - EMT 109 - Safety and First Aid Standards was deleted 2/10/99. Course description: 1/2 credit hour, offered every fall and spring semester, extended registration available. Provides each student with knowledge and skills necessary to meet common emergencies associated with illness and injury.

2/10/99 - EMT 162 - EMT Basic Transitional was deleted 2/10/99. Course description: EMT Basic Transitional, 3 credit hours, offered every fall and spring semester. Prerequisite: EMT 103. The successful completion of this course fulfills the educational portion for Arizona Department of Health Services and National Registry requirements for EMT-Basic recertification. This course is designed to upgrade the EMT with the 1994 EMT-Basic National Standard Curriculum. Includes a listing of specific changes and the reasons the changes were made. It helps students to understand the assessment and interventions learned by new EMT-Basics.

2/16/99 -HPE 101AV - Beginning Self-Defense I was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.

2/16/99 - HPE 102AV - Beginning Self-Defense II was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.

2/16/99 - HPE 201AV - Advanced Self-Defense I was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.

2/16/99 -HPE 202AV - Advanced Self-Defense II was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.

2/16/99 -AUT 210 - Automotive Electrical Equipment was updated to indicate that this course is offered upon request only.

3/5/99 - WLD 101 - Welding course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 111 - Arc Welding course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 114 - Advanced Arc Welding course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 121 - Oxyacetylene Welding course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 124 - MIG Welding course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 126 - TIG Welding course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 161 - Blueprint Reading for Welders course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 201 - Metal Fabrication course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 211 - Pipe Welding course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 214 - Layout and Development for Pipe Fabrication course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 231 - Physical Metallurgy course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 260 - Inert Gas Welding course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 270 - Technical Welding course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - WLD 290 - Welding Certification course description was updated to indicate that this course is offered in Gila County only.

3/5/99 - The private instructional fee required for private instruction (voice, piano, instruments) has been revised. The old version is as follows: (One lesson per week earns one hour credit with a $100 lesson fee; two lessons per week earns two hours credit with a $200 lesson fee.)

3/9/99 - The General Information section has been revised to include the following paragraph under Accreditation:

The names of associates, agencies or governmental bodies which accredit, approve or license Eastern Arizona College and the procedures by which documents describing that activity may be reviewed can be obtained from the Vice President of Student and Academic Affairs during regular business hours in the Administration Building.

3/9/99 - The Financial Aid section has been revised to include the following information under Employment:

Terms and Conditions of College Work Study Employment

Thatcher Campus

If you have been awarded Federal Work-Study:

Note! If you are applying your work-study earnings toward a college debt, you must come to the cashier’s window and endorse your check so the funds can be transferred to reduce your outstanding bill.

 

Gila Campus

If you have been awarded Federal Work Study:

Check calendar for pay dates. Typically they are the 7th and 22nd of the month. Be sure to bring your identification to pick up pay checks.

3/9/99 - The Disclosures section has been revised. The old version is as follows:

Disclosures

Accommodation for Students with Disabilities

Eastern Arizona College will provide students with disabilities, who meet eligibility requirements, reasonable and appropriate accommodations to participate in the educational experiences offered by the College.

Students should contact the Thatcher Campus Counseling Department to determine eligibility for accommodation to participate in the educational experiences offered by Eastern Arizona College.

Reasonable accommodation shall not be construed as a guarantee of student success. Rather, reasonable accommodation provides the opportunity to participate. Reasonable accommodation is not in any way intended to devalue the end educational product.

 

Academic Adjustments and Reasonable Accommodations for Students with Cognitive Development Disorders

Students with cognitive development disorders must:

  1. Have been admitted to Eastern Arizona College,
  2. Provide Eastern Arizona College with psycho-educational, psychological, psychiatric, or other appropriate diagnostic evaluation(s), as requested, to document the nature and extent of the disability. This documentation must:

A.     Include a psychoeducational evaluation that has been accomplished within the parameters of the diagnostic criteria established by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders-IV, hereinafter referred to as the DSM-IV, and

B.     Include evidence that the evaluator has the appropriate qualifications and credentials for her/him to offer a diagnostic determination within the parameters of the diagnostic criteria for Cognitive Development Disorders established by the DSM-IV, and

C.     Be on file in the student’s permanent record before the student receives accommodation services.

 

Academic Adjustments and Reasonable Accommodations for Students with Other Disabilities

In order to provide appropriate services to students with disabilities including barrier free access and academic accommodations, each student with a disability must:

  1. Have been admitted to Eastern Arizona College,
  2. Provide Eastern Arizona College with an evaluation or medical information certifying the disability, and
  3. Include evidence that the evaluator has the professional credentials and or specialized training which qualifies her/him to offer a diagnostic determination.

Affirmative Action and Title VI

Graham County Community College District does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities on the basis of race, creed, color or national origin, sex, disability or age. The District Coordinator for Title IX, Section 504, Title II of the American With Disabilities Act and the Arizonans With Disabilities Act is Dr. Dorine Chancellor who can be reached at (928) 428-8291; or in Room 105 of the Administration building on the north campus of Eastern Arizona College, Thatcher, Arizona 85552-0769.

Notification of Occupational Opportunities

Graham County Community College District informs students, parents, employees and the general public that we provide an equal opportunity occupational education program. All courses, services and activities are offered without regard to race, creed, color or national origin, sex, disability, or age.

Limited English speaking skills will not be a barrier to admission or participation in occupational educational programs. Admissions to Graham County Community College District must meet the criteria as set by the State Board of Directors for Community Colleges of Arizona and as published yearly in the College catalog.

Disclosure of Graduation Rates

Students desiring information concerning Eastern Arizona College’s graduation rates under the Student Right to Know Act, Public Law 101-542, may obtain this information from the Institutional Research Office.

Equity in Athletics

Students desiring information concerning Eastern Arizona College’s intercollegiate athletic programs under the Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act of 1994, Section 360B of Publication L. 103-382, may obtain this information from the Institutional Research Office.

Facilities

Eastern Arizona College takes pride in having clean, safe, and up-to-date classrooms, laboratories, and performance areas. Specific inquiries about facilities should be addressed to the Director of Admissions.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords you certain rights with respect to your education records. They are:

(1) The right to inspect and review your education records within 45 days of the day the College receives a request for access. Submit to the registrar, dean, head of the academic division or department, or other appropriate official, a written request that identifies the record(s) you wish to inspect. The College official will make arrangements for access and notify you of the time and place where 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 you of the correct official to whom your request should be addressed.

(2) The right to request the amendment of your education records that you believe are inac