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Sanctions

Sanctions, which include but are not limited to the following listed below, may be imposed upon a student found violating the Student Conduct Code. Violation of any NWIC policy, procedure, or rule will result in a sanction by NWIC in a manner which it, in its sole discretion, believes necessary to maintain a healthy and safe environment conducive to learning. More than one sanction may be imposed for any single violation.

  1. Verbal Warning: A verbal warning is given for less serious offenses without the initiation of formal procedures.
  2. Written Warning: A written warning is given to a student that his/her behavior is unacceptable by NWIC standards and any repeated violations will warrant further sanctions which may include but are not limited to any of the sanctions listed in this section.
  3. Compensation: A student whose actions damage, deface, or destroy any NWIC property may be required to restore the property by replacement or by monetary reimbursement. Compensation may be in addition to other sanctions imposed.
  4. Referral to Counseling Services: Any NWIC employee may recommend a student for counseling services through the Dean of Student Affairs.
  5. Community Service: A student may be required to perform a designated number of hours of community service in addition to other sanctions or as a single penalty for a policy violation. The number of hours will be determined on an individual basis, relative to the type and severity of the infraction.
  6. Suspension: The Dean of Student Affairs, Dean of Academics and Distance Learning, or VP of Instruction and Student Affairs may require the separation of a student from NWIC for a specified length of time and may require other possible requirements before reconsidering return upon reapplication. Suspension includes restriction from representing the college or attending any NWIC event or meeting. College suspension is generally imposed when a student’s misconduct is of a serious nature.
  7. Expulsion: A student may be permanently separated from the college. A student who has been expelled is not eligible for readmission.

Matters of an academic nature (plagiarism, academic dishonesty, classroom behavior, etc.) will be handled by the Dean of Academics or his/her designee. Violations which rise to a criminal level (such as theft, possession of illegal substances, etc.) will be reported to the proper authorities. NWIC will not serve as a haven or refuge for violators of the law. Per FERPA regulations, directory information may be given to law enforcement officers.

Violations of the NWIC Sexual Harassment Policy must be reported and will be investigated and sanctioned under the provisions of the NWIC Title IX Policy.