2015-2016 ULM Student Policy Manual

This Student Policy Manual becomes effective with the START of the Fall Semester and ends at the “term ends” date following the Second Summer Session.

Click HERE  for Table of Contents in the Student Policy Manual.

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE

This publication is presented by the University of Louisiana at Monroe Office of Student Services (Student Conduct) to provide students and student organizations with information to guide them in their efforts to function successfully within the University environment. Attempts have been made to include as much information as is feasible in this single document. However, it is neither all inclusive nor does it speak finally for the University. For final authority, students should refer to the ULM undergraduate catalog or contact the Registrar’s Office and/or their Academic Dean.

ROLE OF STUDENTS IN UNIVERSITY GOVERNANCE

The University of Louisiana at Monroe promotes student growth by developing and/or presenting programs and participatory experiences which reflect varied co-curricular, developmental, social and recreational experiences. Student involvement in institutional governance is encouraged and enabled as student representatives serve on University panels, boards, and committees. ULM encourages students to serve as active participants in the everyday decision-making processes that shape and guide the University by providing E-mail, Web site, and print information on a regular basis in addition to granting full and equal press access to student reports.

LOUISIANA VOTER REGISTRATION APPLICATIONS

Louisiana Voter Registration applications are available to all students who are U. S. citizens. Applications may be picked up and completed between 7:30 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday-Thursday and 7:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Friday at the ULM WIDS Office located in University Commons II. Office hours may vary during semester breaks and holiday periods.

The Counseling Center at ULM provides assistance with completing and submitting Louisiana Voter Registration Applications to students with disabilities on an ongoing basis and during authorized voter registration periods. Completed voter registration forms are then mailed to the Registrar of Voters in the appropriate parish. For more information, contact the Counseling Center at 318-342-5220.

To assure continued compliance with Title IX and/or any other state or federal anti-discrimination/harassment/retaliation laws, if state or federal statutory provisions, regulatory guidance, or court interpretations or guidance provided by any authorized regulating agency change, or conflict with university policy and/or procedure including but not limited to the hearing procedures set forth in this Code of Student Conduct, the university’s policy and/or procedure will be deemed amended as of the time of the decision, ruling, legislative enactment or guidance. Further, the procedures set forth in this policy may be modified or changed to protect the due process rights of the parties and/or to comply with Title IX and/or any other state or federal anti-discrimination/harassment/retaliation laws or regulations.  For more information, see ULM’s Sexual Misconduct Policy and Procedures and other policies on Discrimination and Harassment.

The provisions of this manual do not constitute an offer for a contract which may be accepted by students through registration and enrollment in the University. The University reserves the right to change any provision or requirement, including fees, at any time with or without notice. The University further reserves the right to require a student to withdraw from the University for cause at any time.

Failure to read this manual does not excuse students from the requirements and regulations described herein.

The University of Louisiana at Monroe adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity without regard to race, color, creed or religion, national origin, sex, marital or parental status, age, disability, veteran status, or political belief. This policy extends to all programs and activities supported by the University.

The University of Louisiana at Monroe, an institution of higher learning, maintains compliance with the requirements and regulations set forth by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, as amended June 17, 1976. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act Compliance Guidelines are available to parents and students in the Office of Student Affairs, Dean of Students, Registrar, and Student Government Association.

The online version of the Student Policy Manual shall serve as the latest edition.