General Policies

Abuse of Minors-Obligation to Report Policy

Every employee and volunteer of the College has the ethical and legal responsibility to report any knowledge or suspicion of sexual or physical abuse of a minor. The term “minor” includes, but is not limited to, enrolled students under the age of 18, dual enrollment students taking both College and high school classwork, youth enrolled in athletic camps and clinics, and any other person under the age of 18 who is visiting or living on campus. Employees are legally bound to report such abuse even if told in confidence by the minor. Uncertainty about the accuracy of the incident(s) is never an excuse for not reporting.

The College has instituted the following procedures that apply to anyone who sees, hears, or knows about possible child abuse:

1. If you witness an incident involving the sexual or physical abuse of a minor, or learn of circumstances involving a minor who faces imminent harm, you must immediately contact the police by calling 911.
2. If you see, hear, or know about a situation involving the sexual or physical abuse of a minor, you must report this knowledge or suspicion to the Delaware Department of Services for Children and Their Families (“DSCYF”). All such reports should be made by calling the Child Abuse and Neglect Report Line number at 1-800-292-9582. Please note that this is required under Delaware law and failure to follow this requirement could place you at risk of substantial fines by the State. Further, please note that this step must be taken regardless of the severity/immediacy of the incident, and must be taken even if you call the police.
3. Finally, any GBC employee who becomes aware of such allegations is also required to report the concern to a Title IX Coordinator.

Immediate action is essential to protect all children on the College’s campus and is required by Delaware law.

Alcohol and Drugs Policy

Goldey-Beacom College is an educational institution committed to maintaining an environment that allows students to benefit fully from the learning experience and to fully understand the negative consequences of the illicit use of alcohol and drugs in their lives. All students, staff, and faculty are part of this learning environment and need to understand the College’s expectations regarding alcohol and drug use. 

The unauthorized use and abuse of alcohol and/or drugs interfere with the learning experience. Students and employees who do not conform to these expectations will be subject to disciplinary action and confiscation of alcoholic beverages and/or illegal drugs.

To ensure alcohol and illegal drugs do not interfere with the goals of the College, and in accordance with the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989, Goldey-Beacom College is informing you about relevant policies on alcohol and drugs and about associated legal and health risks. Goldey-Beacom College annually distributes this information, in writing, to all enrolled students and current employees.  

Questions about this DAAPP should be directed to Molly Lowry, Community Standards & Clery Coordinator, via email, lowrym@gbc.edu, or telephone, (302) 225-6286

Standards of Conduct

The unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illegal drugs and alcohol by students and employees on its property or as part of its activities is strictly prohibited.

Goldey-Beacom College’s policy on alcohol and drugs is as follows:

Alcohol 

• The legal age for the possession, purchase or consumption of alcoholic beverages in the State of Delaware is 21 years of age. Penalty for violation of this law (Title IV, Section 904F of the Delaware Code) is arrest and fine. 

• Possession, consumption, or display of alcoholic beverages in any public area of the College buildings or grounds is strictly forbidden. Possession of alcohol in cups or containers in any public area is also forbidden. 

• The presence of any such beverage at a College-sponsored event is forbidden unless previously approved by College officials in writing. Off-campus activities held by student organizations should be discussed with the Student Affairs Office. 

• The presence of a limited quantity of alcohol for personal use in the campus apartments of students in Miller, Jackson and Abel Halls is acceptable only for those students who are the legal age of 21 or older so long as it is not publicly displayed (such as from balconies or residence hall steps) and it is not provided to those who are under age.  Leach Hall & Franta Hall (for allocated floors) are deemed a “dry” building, and alcohol is prohibited at all times. 

• Each residential student, who is of the legal drinking age of 21 years old not residing in Leach or Franta Hall, is permitted to possess and/or consume a limited amount of alcohol in the residence halls. The privilege to consume alcohol may be revoked at any time for violations of the Alcohol and Drug Policy.  

• An underage student found by Residence Life Staff/Campus Security to be in the presence of alcohol will be subject to judicial action. Students under the age of 21 are never permitted to be in the presence of alcohol except for the following exception. Minors, whose roommate(s) are of legal drinking age, are permitted to be present in their assigned apartment if the roommate(s) are consuming alcohol. No other minor is permitted to be present during the consumption of the alcohol. 

• Only Goldey-Beacom College resident students of legal drinking age are permitted to transport alcoholic beverages into or within the residential areas which are not deemed “DRY.” Alcohol that is being transported onto or around campus must be in its original container and unopened. 

• Kegs, beer balls, and grain alcohol are NOT permitted in the residence halls at any time. 

• Public intoxication or disorderly behavior while under the influence of alcohol or any other substance is prohibited and, if observed by staff, may result in judicial action. In the case of minors, parents or guardians may be notified.  

• Possession, consumption, or display of alcoholic beverages in any public area, including the hallways and stairwells of the residence halls, of the College buildings or grounds is strictly forbidden. Possession of alcohol in cups or containers in any public area is also forbidden. The College reserves the right to search any bag (duffel, handbag, grocery, etc.,) employee desk or office if alcohol is suspected. 

• Display of alcohol containers and advertisements in windows or on balconies is prohibited, as is the public display of alcohol and alcohol or drug related signs/decorations within apartments. 

• Students and their guests who are 21 years old and older may not consume or possess alcohol in apartments where none of the residents are 21. If a resident of the apartment is 21 years of age, that resident must be present when the drinking is taking place. 

• Any employee or student, regardless of age, is prohibited from providing/furnishing alcohol to minors. The student who has the privilege of possessing alcohol for personal consumption will be held responsible for any of that amount which is possessed or consumed by minors and, if any alcohol present in an apartment is consumed by minors, all residents of that apartment will be held responsible.

Drugs and Paraphernalia 

• The possession, use, or distribution/sale of any illegal or controlled substance/narcotic is forbidden. The College will cooperate fully with law enforcement agencies and will not shield students from the law. The possession of illegal substances is punishable by arrest, fine, and/or imprisonment under the Delaware Code. 

• Resident students are responsible for substances used in their apartment by other students or external guests. 

• The presence of paraphernalia such as water pipes (hookahs), bongs, roach clips, syringes, etc., will be treated as the presence of an illegal substance. Any and all are not permitted on the Goldey-Beacom College campus. 

• The College will confiscate any illegal or controlled substances. In collaboration with the State Police of Delaware, all confiscated illegal or controlled substances will be destroyed. 

Medical Marijuana 

Medical marijuana which is prescribed for healing purposes is prohibited at Goldey-Beacom College.  Goldey-Beacom College receives federal funding through Title IV in the form of student financial aid (grants, loans, and work-study programs). As a condition of accepting these funds, Goldey-Beacom College is required to certify that it complies with the Drug-Free Schools, and Communities Act (DFSCA) (20 U.S.C. 1145g part 86 of the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Regulations). The federal government regulates drugs through the Controlled Substances Act (CSA) (21 U.S.C. A 811) which does not recognize the difference between medical and recreational use of marijuana. Thus to comply with the Federal Drug Free School and Communities Act, Goldey-Beacom College must prohibit all marijuana use, including medical marijuana, and impose sanctions for its use or possession. 

Medical Amnesty Policy 

Student health and safety are of primary concern at the College. As such, in cases of significant intoxication as a result of alcohol or other substances, the College encourages individuals to seek medical assistance for themselves or others. 

If medical assistance is sought, the Student Affairs Office will not pursue conduct charges against the following individuals for violations of the College’s Alcohol or Drug policy: 

• The intoxicated student and 

• Student(s) actively assisting the intoxicated student. 

“Actively assisting” requires that an individual: 

• Call for assistance;   

  • Campus Security (302-547-0988), OR 

  • 911, OR 

  • Resident Assistant (s) (302-353-0613 & 302-545-9663)  

  • Area Coordinator(s) (302- 530-9657) 

• Monitor the intoxicated student’s condition. 

The following are not covered by the Medical Amnesty Policy: 

• Students waiting until the police or other authority arrive before seeking assistance 

• Violations of the Code of Conduct other than the alcohol/drugs policy 

• Possession with the intent to distribute drugs. 

Actions by the Student Affairs Office: 

• The intoxicated student (and possibly those who were attending to/assisting the student) will be required to meet with a member of the Student Affairs Office who may issue educational requirements that may include, but are not limited to, alcohol and/or drug education. 

• Serious or repeated incidents will prompt a higher degree of concern/response. 

• Failure to complete the educational assignments will result in disciplinary action. 

The College does not condone the use of alcohol and drugs and accepts no responsibility for the possession, use, consumption, manufacture, sale or distribution of alcohol and/or drugs off-campus, including at events or functions in whole or in part by one or more student organizations or individuals.  A student hosting or attending an off-campus function should be aware that the College may impose sanctions listed under the Student Code of Conduct for such behavior. 

Sanctions

Individual Students 

Individual students found to have violated this alcohol and other drugs policy may be subject to one or more of the following penalties. The student will have ten (10) business days from the date of the sanction to submit a written request for appeal should the student choose. Parents may be notified. 

• Disciplinary warning - A disciplinary warning is an official written notice expressing that the student’s conduct violates one or more College rules, regulations, or policies. 

• Probation - Probation is a period of review during which the student must comply with all College rules, regulations, and polices. This action is a period of official censure. A probation action may specify any conditions with which the individual must comply or any privileges which may be withheld. Probation may include, but is not limited to, the loss of privilege to represent the College in an official capacity (e.g., varsity intercollegiate events, holding office, or participation in campus government or related organizations). Violations during this period may result in further discipline. 

• Suspension - Suspension from the College is the termination of student status for a specified period of time. A student may not attend classes, take exams, receive grades, or be on College property. After this period of time, the student must seek written approval from the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics to return to the College. The hearing officer may establish additional requirements which must be fulfilled to the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics’ satisfaction prior to reinstatement. There will be no refunding of tuition or fees. 

• Expulsion - Expulsion is the permanent, involuntary separation from the College due to conduct violations. A student is not permitted on College property. There will be no refunding of tuition or fees. 

• Other Sanctions - The College may impose any other sanction depending upon the circumstances and the nature of the violation, e.g. assignment of a paper, fines. 

• Constructive or Educational Task - The student is assigned a task which benefits the individual, campus, or community. This task can be given alone or in conjunction with another sanction. 

• Housing Reassignment/Removal - In cases involving housing violations, the student may be involuntarily reassigned to a new location on campus. This action may include restriction from entering any College-owned housing for a designated period of time, or permanently. There is no refunding of fees in accordance with College policy. No priority will be afforded to the student when returning to College-owned housing. 

• Hold on Records - The College may hold transcripts, diplomas, registration privileges, or other official records pending the disposition of cases and completion of sanctions if such action is reasonably necessary to preserve the College’s ability to enforce its disciplinary rules. 

• Loss of Scholarship - A student may have his/her Goldey-Beacom College scholarship revoked for engaging in behaviors that are in violation of the Student Code of Conduct, the Alcohol and Drug Policy, or the Residence Life section of the Handbook. Upon expulsion from the College, all College-funded scholarships are permanently revoked. 

• Restitution - Restitution may be imposed on a student whose violation has involved theft, monetary loss, or damage. Restitution as imposed by the hearing officer becomes a financial obligation to the College, and either full payment or an agreement for partial payment according to a schedule agreed to by the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics is required before the student may register for classes again, or in the case of seniors, before the student may graduate. 

• Interim Suspension - The Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics or designee may impose an interim suspension and/or loss of privileges including removal from the College Campus and/or College-owned housing upon any student whose presence on campus constitutes a threat to the health, safety, and welfare of the student, or the welfare of the College, its property or personnel. Any such suspension will take immediate effect and will remain in force throughout any appeal process. 

Student Organizations 

Student organizations found to have violated the Student Code of Conduct may be subject to restitution, if appropriate, and to one or more of the following penalties: 

• Disciplinary Warning - The organization is informed in writing that the group has been found guilty of a violation of College regulations. It is an assumption that repetition of the behavior is not likely. However, it is to be understood that further misconduct may result in additional disciplinary action. 

• Probation - The organization is informed in writing that it is on probation for a specified period of time. This action is a period of official censure. During this time the organization may be required to complete an educational task or service project. Conditions which restrict privileges may also be imposed. If, during this time, the organization becomes involved in additional violations of College regulations, further disciplinary action will be taken. 

• Interim Suspension - The Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics or designee may impose an interim suspension and/or loss of privileges upon any student organization whose presence on campus constitutes a threat to the health, safety, and welfare of its members or others, or the welfare of the College, its property, or personnel. Any such suspension will take immediate effect and will remain in force throughout any appeal process. 

• Suspension - The organization is informed in writing of the loss of organizational privileges and recognition as a student organization for a specific period of time. During this time, the loss of privileges includes, but is not limited to, the use of campus facilities, participation in College activities, funding and sponsorship of official activities. If, during this time, the organization is involved in additional violations of College regulations, the organization may be subject to expulsion. The organization may apply for restoration of its official recognition at the conclusion of the loss of recognition period. 

• Expulsion - The organization is informed in writing that a permanent loss of recognition is imposed. This action is one of involuntary separation from the College. The relationship between the organization and the College is permanently terminated. The organization may not use campus facilities, participate in College activities, receive funding, sponsor activities, and pledge or recruit members. Should members violate the conditions of the sanction, they may be charged as individuals with violating the Student Code of Conduct 

Employees 

Employees found to have violated this alcohol and other drugs policy are subject to disciplinary action, including probation or employment termination, listed in the Personnel Policy Manual for faculty and staff, which can be found on the GBC Faculty and Staff Intranet. Depending on the circumstance, an employee may be required to undergo rehabilitation should use of alcohol and/or drugs negatively impact the employee’s job performance 

Employee Considerations 

Goldey-Beacom College is determined to maintain a drug-free workplace. The use of drugs and/or alcohol affects job performance, influences workplace morale, and jeopardizes the safety of co-workers. It is the policy of the College to prohibit employees from entering the workplace under the influence of alcohol or drugs. 

The College will take disciplinary and/or legal action against an employee, who manufactures, uses, distributes, dispenses, or possesses any illegal or controlled substance on College premises. If an employee uses, distributes or possesses any illegal or controlled substances on the job, the College administration will determine an appropriate course of action (which is protective of the College Community) after the administration’s consideration of all circumstances. In recognition that alcohol and drug addiction are treatable illnesses, the administration of the College will handle each individual on a case-by-case basis. 

An employee under treatment with a prescription drug that could alter the employee’s ability to perform effectively may be subject to job reassignment or placed on leave. 

The College reaffirms its commitment to the appropriate treatment for rehabilitation and recovery of substance abuse. Employees with such problems are encouraged to voluntarily seek help for substance abuse. However, when such abuse affects job performance, Goldey-Beacom College will hold employees accountable for performance and will follow all routine disciplinary action procedures up to and including termination. 

Employment is contingent upon the employee’s willingness to abide by the terms of this Statement and to notify the employer of any criminal drug statute conviction no later than five (5) days after such conviction.

DAAPP Biennial Review 

Every other year, the College conducts a biennial review of the DAAPP to determine its effectiveness and implement changes to the program if they are needed.  The review also ensures that any disciplinary sanctions are consistently enforced. 

Health Risks

Goldey-Beacom College conducts ongoing educational programming on the health risks of alcohol and drug use.  Students or employees seeking specific information on these risks may contact the National Clearinghouse for Alcohol and Drug Information (800-676-1730).  The College sponsors ongoing educational programming examining the risks of substance abuse.  All are encouraged to attend. 

Health Risks Associated with Alcohol Abuse 

The consequences associated with alcohol abuse among college students are far reaching.  According to the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism, “Students who engage in risky drinking may experience blackouts (i.e., memory loss during periods of heavy drinking); fatal and nonfatal injuries, including falls, drownings, and automobile crashes; illnesses; missed classes; unprotected sex that could lead to a sexually transmitted disease or an unwanted pregnancy; falling grades and academic failure; an arrest record; accidental death; and death by suicide. In addition, college students who drink to excess may miss opportunities to participate in the social, athletic, and cultural activities that are part of college life.” (NIAAA et al., 2002)

The risks are not just limited to students.  The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention identifies the following short-term and long-term health risks related to alcohol use and abuse:

Short-Term Health Risks 
Excessive alcohol use has immediate effects that increase the risk of many harmful health conditions. These are most often the result of binge drinking and include the following: 

• Injuries, such as motor vehicle crashes, falls, drownings, and burns. 

• Violence, including homicide, suicide, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence. 

• Alcohol poisoning, a medical emergency that results from high blood alcohol levels. 

• Risky sexual behaviors, including unprotected sex or sex with multiple partners. These behaviors can result in unintended pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases, including HIV. 

• Miscarriage and stillbirth or fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASDs) among pregnant women. 

Long-Term Health Risks 
Over time, excessive alcohol use can lead to the development of chronic diseases and other serious problems including: 

• High blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, liver disease, and digestive problems. 

• Cancer of the breast, mouth, throat, esophagus, liver, and colon. 

• Learning and memory problems, including dementia and poor school performance. 

• Mental health problems, including depression and anxiety. 

• Social problems, including lost productivity, family problems, and unemployment. 

• Alcohol dependence, or alcoholism. 

These health risks have been reproduced verbatim from the CDC’s “Alcohol Use and Your Health” fact sheet.

Health Risks Associated with Substance and Other Drug Abuse 
The Federal Controlled Substances Act (CSA) places all substances which were in some manner regulated under existing federal law into one of five schedules. This placement is based upon the substance’s medical use, potential for abuse, and safety or dependence liability. A description of each schedule is included below: 

• Schedule I  

  • The drug or other substance has a high potential for abuse. 

  • The drug or other substance has no currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States. 

  • There is a lack of accepted safety for use of the drug or other substance under medical supervision.  

  • Examples of Schedule I substances include heroin, gamma hydroxybutyric acid (GHB), lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), marijuana, and methaqualone.  

• Schedule II  

  • The drug or other substance has a high potential for abuse.  

  • The drug or other substance has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States or a currently accepted medical use with severe restrictions.  

  • Abuse of the drug or other substance may lead to severe psychological or physical dependence.  

  • Examples of Schedule II substances include morphine, phencyclidine (PCP), cocaine, methadone, hydrocodone, fentanyl, and methamphetamine.  

• Schedule III  

  • The drug or other substance has less potential for abuse than the drugs or other substances in Schedules I and II.  

  • The drug or other substance has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States.  

  • Abuse of the drug or other substance may lead to moderate or low physical dependence or high psychological dependence.  

  • Anabolic steroids, codeine and hydrocodone products with aspirin or Tylenol®, and some barbiturates are examples of Schedule III substances.  

• Schedule IV  

  • The drug or other substance has a low potential for abuse relative to the drugs or other substances in Schedule III.

  • The drug or other substance has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States.  

  • Abuse of the drug or other substance may lead to limited physical dependence or psychological dependence relative to the drugs or other substances in Schedule III.  

  • Examples of drugs included in Schedule IV are alprazolam, clonazepam, and diazepam. 

• Schedule V  

  • The drug or other substance has a low potential for abuse relative to the drugs or other substances in Schedule IV.  

  • The drug or other substance has a currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States.  

  • Abuse of the drug or other substances may lead to limited physical dependence or psychological dependence relative to the drugs or other substances in Schedule IV.  

  • Cough medicines with codeine are examples of Schedule V drugs. 

The Federal Controlled Substances Act (CSA) regulates five classes of drugs:  

• Narcotics,  

• Depressants,  

• Stimulants,  

• Hallucinogens and  

• Anabolic steroids.   

Each class has distinguishing properties, and drugs within each class often produce similar effects. However, all controlled substances, regardless of class, share a number of common features. All controlled substances have abuse potential or are im­mediate precursors to substances with abuse potential. With the exception of anabolic steroids, controlled substances are abused to alter mood, thought, and feeling through their actions on the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). Some of these drugs alleviate pain, anxiety, or depression. Some induce sleep and others energize.  Though some controlled substances are therapeutically useful, the “feel good” effects of these drugs contribute to their abuse. The extent to which a substance is reliably capable of producing intensely pleasurable feelings (euphoria) increases the likelihood of that substance being abused. 

The following chart summarizes each class’s legal status, effects on the mind, effects on the body and effects of overdose.  The information in this chart is taken from Drugs of Abuse: A DEA Resource Guide (2017 Edition).  The full-text is available online. 

State of Delaware and Federal Drug Laws

Local Sanctions for Alcohol & Illicit Drugs

New Castle County, Delaware 

There are no penalties that are different from Delaware state law for either drugs or alcohol. 

State of Delaware 

The legislations governing controlled substances, alcohol and other drugs are found within Title 4, Chapter 9 (alcohol) and Title 16, Chapter 47 (controlled substances and other drugs) 

State Sanctions (Alcohol) 

Title 4, Chapter 9, §903, 904 

*First and second violations are civil penalties, third or subsequent violations are unclassified misdemeanors.

State Sanctions (Drug) 

Title 16, Chapter 47 

Offenses  
Offenses are divided into two basic categories: 

1. Illegal delivery (sale); possession with intent to deliver, manufacture, or intent to manufacture. 

2. Illegal possession, use, or consumption (misdemeanor).  

Hypodermic needles or syringes are also controlled under Delaware law. Illegal possession or use is punishable by a fine of not more than $100, or imprisonment not to exceed one year or both. Illegal delivery or disposal is punishable by a fine of not more than $3,000, or imprisonment not to exceed ten years, or both.  

Students and employees who violate the standards of conduct outlined in the DAAPP are subject to both institutional sanctions as outlined in this section as well as legal sanctions provided under local, state, and federal law.

Penalties

The state of Delaware prescribes ranges of permissible penalties upon conviction of any of the above offenses. The penalties are more severe for delivery (or possession with intent to deliver) than for possession. A jail sentence may be imposed for any of these offenses. Under Delaware law, the judge may impose any sentence within the range allowed by the law at their discretion. Some examples are:  

I. Felonies: 

a. Illegal manufacture, delivery, or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver a substance classified in Schedule I or II that is classified as a narcotic drug. Fine: Not less than $5,000 or more than $100,000 and, Imprisonment: Up to 30 years.  

b. Illegal manufacture, delivery or possession with intent to manufacture or deliver a substance classified in Schedules I-V that is not a narcotic drug. Fine: Not less than $1,000 or more than $10,000, and, Imprisonment: Not more than 10 years. 

II. Misdemeanors  

a. Illegal possession, use, or consumption of any substance in Schedules I or II that is a narcotic drug. Fine: Not more than $3,000 and imprisonment: Not more than 5 years. 

b. Illegal possession, use, or consumption of any substance in Schedule I-V that is not a narcotic drug. Fine: Not more than $500, and imprisonment: Not more than 2 years. 

c. There are numerous exceptions and variations in possible penalties, including:  

i. More severe penalties for anyone delivering or attempting to deliver to a person under 18, and more severe penalties for repeat offenders. For second offenders, for delivery or possession with intent to deliver a narcotic drug, a mandatory jail sentence is not subject to probation, parole, or suspension.  

ii. Reduced penalties under certain circumstances, the most important of which allows the court, at its discretion, to put a first offender (on a charge of possession) on probation for a period of not less than three (3) years without a finding of guilt. If that person complies with the terms of probation, the charge is dismissed, and no conviction is recorded. 

State Penalties Specific to Drug Dealing and Possession 

§4754 - Drug Dealing 

1. Any person found to be to manufacturing, delivering, or possessing with the intent to manufacture or deliver a controlled substance - A Class D felony 

• Felony class could be changed depending on the amount and type of drug (i.e. all Tier 3 and Tier 2 with an aggravating factor quantities are class B, Tier 2 quantities are class C or E) 

2. A drug dealing resulting in death - A class B felony 

§4761, §4763, & §4764 - Possession  

1. Possession of prescription drugs - Unclassified misdemeanor 

• Possession and distribution or intent to distribute - Class G felony 

• Possession and distribution or intent to distribute with an aggravating factor - Class F felony 

2. Possession of other drugs - Class B misdemeanor 

3. Possession of marijuana - class B misdemeanor, unclassified misdemeanor, or civil violation 

• Possession of amount other than personal use - $575 fine OR ≤ 3 months prison, unclassified misdemeanor 

• Personal use quantity -  $100 fine, routine assessments (drug testing), forfeit drugs, civil violation 

• Under 21 - $100 first time, $200-$500 second time and unclassified misdemeanor, $100 third time.  

• Unpaid fines double in 90 days 

• In areas accessible to the public or in a moving vehicle - up to $200 fine or ≤ 5 days prison, unclassified misdemeanor 

Federal Sanctions for Alcohol and Illicit Drugs 

The Federal Controlled Substances Act makes it unlawful for a person to knowingly or intentionally manufacture, distribute or dispense a controlled substance or counterfeit substance.  It is also unlawful to possess with the intent to manufacture, distribute, or dispense a controlled substance or counterfeit substance.   

The law also makes it unlawful for any person to knowingly or intentionally possess a controlled substance unless such substance was obtained directly, or pursuant to a valid prescription or order, from a practitioner, while acting in the course of his professional practice, or as otherwise permitted by law. 

There are strict penalties for violating the Controlled Substances Act, including mandatory prison terms for many offenses. The following information, although not exhaustive, provides an overview of federal penalties for certain drug-related convictions related to the illegal possession or distribution of controlled substances.  

Federal Penalties and Sanctions for Illegal Possession of a Controlled Substance 

Sentencing Provisions:

• 1st conviction: Up to 1 year imprisonment and fined at least $1,000, or both. 21 U.S.C. 844(a) 

• After 1 prior drug conviction: At least 15 days in prison, not to exceed 2 years and fined at least $2,500, or both. 21 U.S.C. 844(a) 

• After 2 or more prior drug convictions: At least 90 days in prison, not to exceed 3 years and fined at least $5,000, or both. 21 U.S.C. 844(a) 

21 U.S.C. 844a further provides a civil penalty of up to $10,000 upon a defendant’s first conviction of possession of small amounts of any controlled substances listed in 21 U.S.C. 841(b)(1)(A). 

Forfeitures:

• Forfeiture of personal and real property used to possess or to facilitate possession of a controlled substance if that offense is punishable by more than 1 year imprisonment. 21 U.S.C. 853(a)(2) and 881(a)(7)  

• Forfeiture of vehicles, boats, aircraft or any other conveyance used to transport or conceal a controlled substance. 21 U.S.C. 881(a)(4)  

Denial of Federal Benefits:

• Denial of Federal benefits, such as student loans, grants, contracts, and professional and commercial licenses, up to one year for first offense, up to five years for second and subsequent offenses. 21 U.S.C. 862 

Miscellaneous:

• Ineligible to receive or purchase a firearm. 19 U.S.C. 922(g) 

Of special note, 21 U.S.C. 860 provides that anyone convicted of distributing, possessing with intent to distribute, or manufacturing a controlled substance in or on, or within one thousand feet of, the real property comprising a public or private college, junior college, or university is subject to (1) twice the maximum punishment authorized by 21 U.S.C. 841(b), pertinent parts of which are summarized in the tables that follow. 

Federal Trafficking Penalties 

Federal Trafficking Penalties - Marijuana 

*The minimum sentence for a violation after two or more prior convictions for a felony drug offense have become final is a mandatory term of life imprisonment without release and a fine up to $20 million if an individual and $75 million if other than an individual.

Treatment and Counseling

The staff of the College will work diligently to refer and arrange entry into treatment programming for any student or employee needing help. At this time, the College does not have any re-entry programs for students or employees to return to the College following an alcohol or other drug-related suspensions. Expectations of what would be required of either a student or employee to return are determined on a case-by-case basis, as in some may need to provide proof of a rehabilitation program completions whereas others may need to demonstrate sustained sobriety. 

Any student seeking referral or treatment may do so by contacting the Student Affairs Office (302-225-6332). Additionally, students may reach out to the Director of Counseling Services, Megan Romano (healthandwellness@gbc.edu) for mental health assistance.  

Employees may contact Human Resources (302-225-6292) for assistance or may contact their personal physicians for referral. Employees additionally can receive counseling services, with the opportunity to access substance abuse specific treatment through the Hartford’s Ability Assist Program. This program is available to all in the College’s group life and long-term disability insurance. 

While the College provides these resources for both students and employees, the College does not have specific counseling, treatment or rehabilitation programs. Below is information for off-campus resources that can assist employees and students with substance abuse related issues.  

Students and employees are encouraged to access the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) Treatment Locator, a confidential and anonymous source of information for persons seeking treatment facilities in the United States or U.S. Territories for substance abuse/addiction and/or mental health problems. This online resource is available 24/7, 365 days a year. 

Commercial Advertising and Sales Policy

Goldey-Beacom College is private property and is interested in regulating commercial activity on campus to promote an educational rather than a commercial atmosphere, to promote fire safety, to maintain buildings and grounds, and to provide security for students and employees. As a result, the College has established the following policies:

Commercial Advertising: Commercial advertising is not permitted on the Goldey-Beacom College campus without prior approval from the Student Affairs Office. Unauthorized signs or posters will be immediately removed and legal action may be taken if necessary to prevent repeat offenses. College community members, including current students, staff, and faculty, wishing to sell personal items such as books, cars, etc., may advertise on appropriate bulletin boards designated for this purpose with prior approval from the Student Affairs Office.

Commercial Sales: No commercial soliciting, vending, or marketing is permitted on the Goldey-Beacom College campus without prior written approval from the Student Affairs Office.

Additional information pertaining to the “Commercial Advertising and Sales Policy” may be obtained by contacting the Student Affairs Office.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) 

Goldey-Beacom College remains committed to mitigating the risks of COVID-19 and maintaining a positive campus community and online environment for living, learning and working. The Student Code of Conduct supports this goal by identifying shared expectations that keep our community healthy.

The COVID-19 pandemic is ever changing. Students should stay informed and pay close attention to Goldey-Beacom College communications that provide updates and specific instructions. As with all of our policies, and standards, Goldey-Beacom College reserves the right to modify this policy at any time and for any reason without notice to you.

Students (whether on or off campus) are expected to abide by all federal, state, local, and College guidelines and regulations implemented to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19. Failure to do so may result in a violation of the Student Code of Conduct and action through the Conduct Review Process.

Being part of the Goldey-Beacom community means that each of us must take extraordinary steps to stay well and persistently protect each other, on campus and in the community.  I pledge to take responsibility for my own health, the protection of others and help keep the Goldey-Beacom community safe from the spread of COVID-19 and other infections as identified and instructed by the College. 

Safety Pledge

All community members play a vital role in the health and safety of our campus.  Students acknowledge their responsibility to help keep our campus safe by agreeing to protect each other following our GBC ICARE Safety Pledge:

As a member of the Goldey-Beacom College Community, which stands with and for others, I pledge to:

• Invite all to demonstrate character and caring to all community members.
• Clean my hands, work area and living spaces frequently and practice other mitigation practices.
• Accept responsibility to follow College COVID-19 mitigation policies and practices, including vaccine disclosure, masking and testing.
• Read all communications regarding COVID-19 policies and practices.
• Expect my Goldey-Beacom College Community members to do the same.

Vaccination

The health and safety of our entire campus are of paramount importance. We also desire to return fully to a more normal and vibrant on-campus experience, with limited need for testing, isolation, and other mitigation efforts. Providing a safe environment on campus is a goal the College takes very seriously. Therefore, the College encourages all students to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to obtain the suggested booster shots when eligible to assist us in achieving this goal.

Health Monitoring

Students should be vigilant in monitoring their health and those within their household (e.g., roommates, family members, visitors and guests). 

• Anyone experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 will be instructed not to report to class.  The College offers a daily monitoring tool through the safety app Rave Guardian.  This tool is available to the entire College Community to notify our COVID-19 response team when experiencing symptoms. 
• Student Accommodations: Students who have medically documented need for a fully online schedule should submit a request to the Student Accommodations Coordinator. 
• In addition to monitoring their health, students are encouraged to take proactive measures to stay well.  Flu vaccines are offered seasonally. 

Coronavirus Symptoms

• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Fever
• Chills
• Runny nose or new sinus congestion
• Muscle or body aches
• Headache
• Sore throat
• Fatigue
• Nausea, vomiting or diarrhea
• Loss of taste or smell that you haven’t experienced before

Any students experiencing symptoms must contact the Goldey-Beacom College COVID-19 Student Response Team immediately.  To contact the response team, please download the Rave Guardian app on your smartphone.  On the homepage of your app, please push the COVID Hotline to be connected to a COVID-19 student response team member. 

Student Support Available

Student holistic well-being–physical, emotional, and psychological–is paramount and there are many supports available.

Students are provided with additional flexibility related to student attendance and absentee policies if they are in isolation due to symptoms or quarantining due to possible exposure.

Maintaining your mental and physical well-being is essential and Goldey-Beacom College offers services that can help ensure that you are taking care of yourself.

We are excited to share the details of our new partnerships with ChristianaCare-GoHealth Urgent Care for a safe and healthy year.  This partnership provides easy access to convenient, trusted health care, offering:

• Access to the ChristianaCare-GoHealth center in Pike Creek, just across the street from campus, open every day
• Preferred access to no-cost Virtual Visits for care from the comfort of your residence hall or apartment
• Seamless referrals to ChristianaCare specialists, as needed
• Preventative care services and reminders
• Access to the ChristianaCare-GoHealth mobile app, providing:
  • Scheduling care evaluations in-center or via Virtual Visit
  • Messaging with clinical providers about health concerns and questions
  • An accessible place for loading and storage of your COVID-19 vaccination card

Students are also able to access the benefits of our partnership through a dedicated website, found here.  Please note that no-cost Virtual Visits are not available through the website and only available through the mobile app. In order to access the full benefits of our partnership on the app, you will need to download the app and create a profile and verify Goldey-Beacom College using the following instructions:

1. Enter personal information, insurance information, and pharmacy information 

2. On the next screen, click the ‘Add My Organization’ button at bottom of screen to verify your organization 

3. Enter your GBC email address and click the ‘Send Validation Code’ button at bottom of screen 

4. Enter the 6-character verification code sent to your GBC email address and click the ‘Verify’ button at bottom of screen 

5. You will only need to repeat this process once every 90 days for security 

Please use the following links to download the ChristianaCare-Go Health app serving all Goldey-Beacom College students. 

Apple Users: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/gohealth-urgent-care/id1567316157?itsct=apps_box_badge&itscg=30200

Android & Google Users: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.gohealthuc.goh

If you have any questions about this program, please reach out to Megan Romano, LPC, CAADC, NCC, Director of Counseling Services, at healthandwellness@gbc.edu.

Counseling Services

The Mental Health & Wellness Center, located on the first floor of Jackson Hall, promotes the psychological well-being of Goldey-Beacom College students through the provision of a variety of therapeutic interventions and outreach programs.  The delivery of these services is framed by “transformative learning goals” and occurs within a campus climate that supports the whole person; academically, socially, physically and emotionally.  To learn more about consulting with our counselor, please email healthandwellness@gbc.edu.

Masks

Scientific evidence and local guidelines on mask requirements change frequently.  Please pay close attention to College emails for the latest campus requirements. 

• Face coverings are recommended for all unvaccinated community members and guests when indoors and while outside in large crowds where social distancing is not possible. 
• Find lightweight, comfortable masks that fit tightly around your face.  Masks with layers have been shown to provide greater protection.  This can be achieved by using a mask with multiple layers of fabric or by using a disposable mask under a cloth mask. 
• Keep several masks around so that you always have one handy.
• Wash your mask in the regular laundry each day that you use it.
• Disposable masks should only be used for one day before being discarded.
• Scientific research shows that bandanas, buffs, gaiters, and masks with valves are insufficient to prevent the spread of droplets from a sneeze or cough.  These are not permitted on campus. 
• Student-athletes should refer to the Department of Athletics COVID-19 Health and Safety plan for specific guidance. 
• Face shields are not a substitute for a cloth face covering.  However, they may be used for additional protection.
• How to properly wear a mask:
  • Do not wear your mask below your nose.
  • Do not wear your mask below your chin.
  • Make sure your mask can comfortably cover your mouth and nose. 

Testing

Goldey-Beacom College revises plans for testing, isolation and quarantine to mitigate and contain the spread of COVID-19, as more is learned and new recommendations are published. 

Testing is an important tool in assessing the spread and impact of COVID-19, enabling appropriate isolation and quarantine, and protection for the health of community members, but is not a replacement for mitigation measures.  Vaccinated students are exempt from entry and surveillance testing programs but will still need to be tested when symptomatic or exposed to someone testing positive, and in some cases when they have been in contact with a member of a group with high positivity rates. 

Symptomatic Testing

• Any student who is experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 is directed to use the GBC Campus Safety app Rave Guardian to alert our COVID-19 Response Team of your symptoms. 
• In collaboration with the College’s healthcare partner ChristianaCare-GoHealth, telehealth appointments are provided to conduct an initial assessment of symptoms and schedule testing.

Exposure Testing

• All students who have been exposed to an individual experiencing symptoms or diagnosed with COVID-19 are strongly recommended to get tested. Students will be contacted by the COVID-19 student response team if they have been identified as someone in close contact with COVID-19.
• In collaboration with the College’s healthcare partner ChristianaCare-GoHealth, telehealth appointments are provided to conduct an initial assessment of symptoms and schedule testing.

Contact Tracing

• The College works cooperatively with Delaware’s Department of Public Health to identify, trace and monitor individuals diagnosed with COVID-19 or those possibly exposed to an individual with COVID-19. 
• The College fulfills all required contact tracing collaboration as defined by the Department of Public Health including:
  • Reporting all known positive student cases.
  • Completing rapid notification and education for the known cases and household contacts.
  • Providing isolation and quarantine support for students that meet the requirement and are referred by the Department of Public Health.
  • Offering optional symptom monitoring. 
  • Providing low-risk exposure alerts to proximate contacts as appropriate.
  • Preparing to take action on potential code violations.
  • Providing access to testing.
  • Focusing contact tracing efforts on students of Goldey-Beacom College.
• The College uses the most current guidelines from public health officials when evaluating contact.

If you were exposed to COVID-19 and are NOT up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations (including recommended booster shots): 

1. Please contact the COVID-19 Student Response Team on the Rave Guardian app. 
2. Stay home and quarantine for at least 5 full days. 
3. Wear a well-fitting mask if you must be around others in your home. 
4. Do not travel. 
5. Get tested even if you don’t develop symptoms. Get tested at least 5 days after you last had close contact with someone with COVID-19. 
6. The day of exposure is considered “day 0” and the day after exposure is “day 1,” which starts the count of days. 

After quarantine: 

Watch for symptoms until 10 days after you last had close contact with someone with COVID-19. 

1. Avoid travel. It is best to avoid travel until a full 10 days after you last had close contact with someone with COVID-19. 
2. If you develop symptoms, isolate immediately and get tested. Continue to stay home until you know the results. Wear a well-fitting mask around others. 
3. Take precautions until day 10. 
4. Wear a well-fitting mask for 10 full days any time you are around others inside your home or in public. Do not go to places where you are unable to wear a well-fitting mask. 
5. If you must travel during days 6-10, take precautions. 
6. Avoid being around people who are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19. 

If you were exposed to COVID-19 and are up to date on COVID-19 vaccinations and required booster shots: 

1. Quarantine is not required. You do not need to stay home unless you develop symptoms. 
2. Get tested. Even if you don’t develop symptoms, get tested at least 5 days after you last had close contact with someone with COVID-19. 
3. Watch for symptoms until 10 days after you last had close contact with someone with COVID-19. 
4. If you develop symptoms. Isolate immediately and get tested. Continue to stay home until you know the results. Wear a well-fitting mask around others. 
5. Take precautions until day 10. 
6. Wear a well-fitting mask for 10 full days any time you are around others inside your home or in public. Do not go to places where you are unable to wear a well-fitting mask. 
7. Take precautions if traveling. 
8. Avoid being around people who are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19. 
9. The day of exposure is considered “day 0” and the day after exposure is “day 1,” which starts the count of days. 

If you were exposed to COVID-19 and had confirmed COVID-19 within the past 90 days (you tested positive using a viral test): 

1. No quarantine needed. You do not need to stay home unless you develop symptoms. 
2. Watch for symptoms until 10 days after you last had close contact with someone with COVID-19. 
3. If you develop symptoms, Isolate immediately and get tested. Continue to stay home until you know the results. Wear a well-fitting mask around others.
4. Take precautions until day 10. 
5. Wear a well-fitting mask for 10 full days any time you are around others inside your home or in public. Do not go to places where you are unable to wear a well-fitting mask. 
6. Take precautions if traveling. 
7. Avoid being around people who are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19. 
8. The day of exposure is considered “day 0” and the day after exposure is “day 1,” which starts the count of days. 

Dress and Grooming Policy

Visitors and students must wear shoes, shirts, and suitable attire. Dress and grooming should be clean, sanitary, and respectful of others. The student’s dress should not disrupt the teaching/learning process or cause undue attention to an individual student. Underwear or what appears to be underwear should not be visible and attire should not display obscene, profane, sexist, lewd, illegal or offensive images or words. This includes references to drug usage and violence.

Drone Policy

Goldey-Beacom College supports and encourages the use of innovative technology in research and education.  Unmanned aircraft systems (“UAS” or “drones”) represent a rapidly growing industry, creating unique educational, research, commercial and recreational opportunities for faculty, students, and the broader campus community.  This policy attempts to reduce the risks to safety, security, and privacy due to the operation of UAS or drones on College property.  All persons operating UAS or drones on College property shall ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, local rules and regulations and College policies and procedures.

Persons interested in obtaining authorization for UAS or drone operations shall submit the Application for Authorization  to the Goldey-Beacom College Institutional Advancement Office at:

Any notifications, or inquiries concerning UAS or drone operations on College property, shall also be submitted to the above address. All applications for authorization shall be submitted at least two weeks in advance of the planned flight date.  All required elements of an application must be received before the application can be reviewed and/or approved by the College.

All authorized UAS or drone operations shall be in accordance with all federal, state, and local rules and regulations. All authorized UAS or drone operations shall also be in strict adherence to all applicable College policies, including but not limited to policies that promote the safety, security and privacy of College personnel.

If the UAS or drone is operated by a contractor pursuant to an authorization under this policy, they shall be accompanied by a representative of the College at all times.

Emergency Closing

The College reserves the right to cancel classes and evacuate the College campus, including the Residence Halls, in the event of severe weather, a loss of power, a health emergency or other unforeseen emergency situations.

Hazing Policy

Hazing is defined as subjecting any member or prospective member of an intercollegiate sports team, club, or any other organization to any action or situation intended to produce mental or physical harassment, embarrassment, or ridicule. This includes, but is not limited to, such things as silly costumes, line-ups, forced exercise, humiliating comments, nudity, forced drinking, and other activities used by members to harass or demean fellow students.

In full endorsement of the policies of the NCAA and state legislation, Goldey-Beacom College will not condone or tolerate any such hazing practices. Individuals participating in hazing practices will be referred to the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics who may impose sanctions as deemed necessary. In addition, hazing activities will result in the immediate minimum one-year probation for any organization as determined by the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics. Further activities of this nature may result in a one-year revocation of any organization charter. After that year, any organization may apply for reinstatement by providing satisfactory evidence to the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics that the prohibition against hazing is being diligently enforced. Any member of the College community is encouraged to report such activities. Full anonymity is assured.

Immunization Requirement Policy

All community members play a vital role in the health and safety of our campus. Students acknowledge their responsibility to keep our campus safe by abiding by immunization requirements, health and safety best practices, and evolving immunization guidelines.

Meningococcal Meningitis, Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) are highly contagious diseases.  To prevent these diseases, Goldey-Beacom College and the State of Delaware require immunization documentation.  All students residing on campus and/or engaging in NCAA athletics must provide information on their vaccination history for these diseases or request an exemption for medical or religious purposes.

Appropriate documentation must include the student’s name, date of birth, name of vaccine, date of vaccine, and official medical signature.

This vaccination policy may be modified in response to changes in public health requirements or recommendations.

Required Vaccines:

Recommended Vaccines:

• Varicella (chicken pox)
• Hepatitis B
• Tdap (tetanus, diphtheria, and pertussis)
• COVID-19

Vaccination Exemption Policy

Medical and Religious exemptions can be requested with the “GBC Vaccination Exemption Request” document which is found through our Student Healthcare Partner, ChristianaCare-GoHealth Urgent Care in addition to the requirements below.

Objections to the vaccination requirement based on either personal philosophy or inconvenience are not grounds for an exemption.

In active infection disease outbreak circumstances, students granted exemptions may not be permitted to come to campus. These situations will be determined on a case-by-case basis and in consultation with state and local public health officials as well as Goldey-Beacom College Student, Academic and Advising personnel.

*Exemption documentation deadlines follow vaccination documentation deadlines.

Medical Exemption

Goldey-Beacom College may allow for exemptions to immunization requirements based on a medical condition that is a contraindication to vaccination for the following vaccines:

• MMR (Measles, mumps and rubella)
• Meningococcal (Meningococcal conjugate A/C/W/Y)

Medical exemption requests must be submitted for review to our Student Healthcare Partner, ChristianaCare-GoHealth Urgent care and contain the following:

• Student information (name and date of birth)
• The specific vaccine for which the exemption is requested
• A written statement by the treating medical provider (with good standing licensure) including the following:
  • Applicable CDC contraindication for the vaccine
    • A list of Contraindications to commonly used vaccines can be found on the CDC website or in the manufacturer’s package insert for the vaccine
  • Whether or not the duration of the exemption is permanent or temporary for any vaccine, and, if temporary, the expiration of the exemption for each vaccine
  • All exemption requests must be signed by the treating medical provider, including practice location address, telephone number, signing provider’s license number, and state or country (if outside US) where the medical provider practices

*Please note medical requests must additionally include the “GBC Vaccination Exemption Request” document.

Religious Exemption

Goldey-Beacom College may allow for exemptions to immunization requirements based on a religious belief that is a contraindication to vaccination for the following vaccines:

• MMR (Measles, mumps and rubella)
• Meningococcal (Meningococcal conjugate A/C/W/Y)

Religious exemption can be requested via the Notarized Affidavit form available from our Student Healthcare Partner, ChristianaCare-GoHealth Urgent Care.

*Please note religious requests must additionally include the “GBC Vaccination Exemption Request” document.

Library Borrowing Privilege Policy

Currently enrolled students who are in good standing and have an updated Lightning Card are welcome to check books and other circulating materials out of the Hirons Library & Academic Excellence Center. These items must be returned by the due date, unless officially renewed. Overdue books result in a fine of ten cents per day and books not returned by the last day of the semester when they were checked out will lead to a loss of borrowing privileges, a hold on the student’s account in the Business Office, and a delay in the mailing of diploma and/or transcripts. Students are encouraged to contact the Library if a book is lost so that fines do not continue to accumulate: lost books and all items not returned by the last day of the semester will be billed to the student’s account in the Business Office at a flat rate of $100 each for items from Goldey-Beacom College and $200 for items from Inter-Library Loan.

Additional information pertaining to the Hirons Library & Academic Excellence Center and its services may be obtained by contacting the Hirons Library & Academic Excellence Center or by visiting the Hirons Library & Academic Excellence Center Website.

Parking and Parking Lot Policies

Current students may obtain a parking permit in the Student Affairs Office. (See Parking Permits )

General Information:

• Parking permits are mandatory for identification and safety purposes and should be hung on the rear view mirror of the vehicle for easy observation.
• Failure to abide by all regulations could result in suspension or loss of driving/parking privileges.
• VEHICLES MAY BE TOWED AT OWNER’S EXPENSE for not abiding by posted “No Parking” and “Reserved” signs, yellow curb, fire lanes, and “Handicapped Parking Only” signs.
• Motor vehicles may not be operated in excess of 15 miles per hour while on campus.
• No maintenance of vehicles is permitted on-campus.
• All vehicles parked on campus must be in running order and properly insured.
• Vehicles considered abandoned (not bearing current parking permit and/or current vehicle registration and a valid license plate on the vehicle) will be towed at owner’s(s’) expense.
• A student residing on campus is permitted to park only one vehicle on campus at any time.
• A bike rack is located behind Fulmer Center. Bicycles are not permitted in any College building.
• Loud music/amplified bass is prohibited while in all Goldey-Beacom College parking lots.

Accidents: Automobile accidents that occur on campus should be reported to the Student Affairs Office, Campus Security, and the Police as appropriate.

Emergencies: In the event of an emergency regarding vehicular batteries or locked vehicles, please contact the Student Affairs Office or Campus Security. If a battery pack is required, the student requesting the battery pack is required to complete a waiver form and provide an updated Lightning Card or valid Driver’s License. College personnel are not permitted to assist other than by providing the use of a telephone or allowing equipment to be signed out. Goldey-Beacom College cannot be held liable for damages to vehicles while on campus.

Personal Care Attendant Policy

Goldey-Beacom College permits qualified students who require the assistance of a personal care attendant (PCA) to use personal care services to access all building facilities, classrooms, programs, activities, and events. Under this policy, the College does not provide individuals with personal devices or services of a personal nature including assistance with personal care services (i.e., dressing, bathing, feeding, transfers, errands, etc.). While the responsibility for hiring, training, supervising and payment for these services belongs to the student needing care, the College will provide students with a list of local agencies to arrange these services at the end of this policy. Students are encouraged to hire impartial PCAs who are not family members or close friends. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the College does not provide direct PCA services and is not responsible or liable for any consequences resulting from a student’s association with a PCA.

1. Definitions
   1. Qualified Students with a Disability: Qualified students with a disability are identified as individuals who have submitted medical documentation to the College to support consideration for accommodations under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act.
   2. Personal Care: Personal care is the provision of routine daily tasks of a personal nature that enables individuals to function independently in their daily lives and environment. The activities that PCAs assist individuals with include, but are not limited to:
      • Providing help with walking, bathing, dressing, toileting, grooming, preparing meals, and feeding
      • Monitoring any medical condition, observing vital signs, and reminding to take prescribed medications
      • Transporting or escorting
      • Assisting with maintenance of the home environment including cleaning, laundry, etc.
      • Assisting with manual tasks such as turning pages, retrieving books, taking on and off coats, and opening doors
      • Providing cognitive assistance and monitoring
   3. Personal Care Attendant (PCA): Personal care attendant (also known as a personal attendant or an aide) is a person hired by a qualified student with a disability to perform activities of daily living duties in the College’s residence halls, classrooms, programs, and activities. Personal care attendants are NOT classroom assistants. Personal care attendants have no authority to assist with any academically-related tasks in the classroom or other academic settings.
2. Student’s Responsibility
   It is the student’s responsibility to:
   1. Submit a copy of Medical Documentation from a physician or medical professional to verify a PCA is necessary to accommodate a student’s current medical condition no later than four (4) weeks before the start of classes.
   2. Secure a PCA prior to attending any college-related activity, i.e. orientation, registration, and class attendance. (The College will not be responsible for providing a PCA on an interim basis.)
   3. Register PCA with the Student Affairs Office by submitting a copy of the contractual agreement. This documentation could cover a specific person, or an agency providing services by more than one person. The contract must stipulate that the services required by the student will in fact be provided by the PCA.
   4. Sign the Personal Care Attendant Agreement form each semester.
   5. Ensure that each PCA registers with the Student Affairs Office and signs the Personal Care Attendant Agreement each semester.
   6. Ensure that if PCA personnel changes occur during the semester, he/she and the new PCA registers with the Student Affairs Office and signs a new Personal Care Attendant Agreement form.
   7. Ensure that the Lightning Card of the PCA is immediately returned to the Student Affairs Office in the event a PCA’s employment with the student is terminated.
   8. Direct the activities of the PCA while at the College.
   9. Ensure that the PCA has a copy of the PCA Policy, Goldey-Beacom College Student Handbook, and Residence Life policies, if applicable.
   10. Have a backup plan or alternative plan of action should the regular PCA not be available to work with the student on a particular day.
   11. Follow the College’s policies and procedures and abide by the Student Handbook and Code of Conduct.
3. PCA Expectations
   The PCA is expected to
   1. Adhere to Goldey-Beacom College’s Code of Conduct as well as any and all other College policies, rules, regulations, and procedures.
   2. Conduct oneself in a courteous and professional manner while on campus.
   3. Not discuss any confidential information about the student with faculty, staff, or students.
   4. Allow the student to take responsibility for the student’s own progress and/or behavior.
   5. Refrain from contact with or asking questions of faculty, staff, or others on behalf of the student.
   6. Refrain from intervening in conversations between the student and faculty, staff, or other students.
   7. Refrain from working on or completing any of the student’s academic assignments.
   8. Complete and sign the Personal Care Attendant Agreement form each semester and adhere to the requirements within.
      Any PCA who fails to abide by the above policies and procedures and/or those outlined on the Personal Care Attendant Agreement form may be subject to removal from the residence halls, expulsion from the College campus, loss of all privileges, and/or any other action the College considers appropriate in the event the College determines that the PCA has acted in a manner inconsistent with College policies and procedures.
4. Use of PCAs in the College’s Residence Halls
   To live in the College’s residence halls, students with a disability who require the service of a PCA to assist with activities of daily living must secure these services no later than four (4) weeks before the start of classes to ensure adequate housing can be arranged. Students should follow these guidelines to arrange PCA services.
   1. Submit a copy of Medical Documentation from a physician or medical professional to verify these arrangements are necessary to accommodate a student’s current medical condition to live in the College’s residence halls.
   2. Complete a Housing Contract and submit it along with the required payment to the Office of Residence Life.
   3. Register PCA with the Office of Residence Life by submitting a copy of the contractual agreement. This documentation could cover a specific person, or an agency providing services by more than one person. The contract must stipulate that the services required by the student will in fact be provided by the PCA.
   4. Submit a copy of their criminal background checks, which may be obtained from the contracting agency in situations where the student is working with an agency.
   5. Submit the name and telephone number of their PCAs to the Office of Residence Life.
   6. All registered PCAs are required to show a Goldey-Beacom College Lightning Card that permits them to enter the student’s residence hall and designated academic buildings. This Lightning Card will be issued by the Student Affairs Office once PCA information is approved.
   7. Should students fail to properly register PCAs with the Student Affairs Office, PCAs will be denied entry into all College facilities until appropriate documentation is received and proper College ID card is issued.
   8. College Lightning Cards are valid for one semester only. Lightning Cards should be returned to the Student Affairs Office at the end of the semester or termination of contract, whichever comes first.
   9. Students are responsible for providing a copy of the PCA policy to their PCAs.
   10. PCAs are required to follow all College rules, regulations, policies, and procedures while on College property and/or in the residence halls. PCAs found not abiding by this policy will be asked to leave campus immediately, regardless of the contractual arrangement they have with the student(s).
5. Appeals Process
   If a student’s PCA is asked to leave campus for a violation to the PCA policy, the student receiving services may file an appeal and request a review of the alleged violation and resulting sanction.
   
   If a student wishes to appeal the sanction, the student must send a written appeal to the Judicial Board on Student Matters within ten (10) business days of the “delivery receipt” date. The written appeal must set forth the basis for the appeal in detail. The Judicial Board on Student Matters will notify the student within ten (10) business days of the receipt of the student’s appeal as to whether the Judicial Board on Student Matters will hear the appeal. If the Judicial Board on Student Matters decides to hear an appeal, the notice to the student shall include the time and place of the administrative hearing, and a copy of the procedures that will be used during the hearing. Such hearings will occur during standard business hours during the Fall and Spring semesters.
   
   For rights and responsibilities regarding the administrative hearing process, the student should refer to the “Student Appeal Process ” in the Goldey-Beacom College Student Handbook and Code of Conduct.

Written appeals should be submitted to:
Judicial Board on Student Matters
Goldey-Beacom College
4701 Limestone Road
Wilmington, DE 19808
302-225-6352

6. Additional Resources
   Students are responsible for hiring, paying, training and supervising their personal care attendants. However, the College recognizes the need to support students unfamiliar with these arrangements in the early stages of the registration process. Listed here are a few local providers of personal care services in the area. Goldey-Beacom College does not endorse the services of any particular vendor and offers this information only as a starting point to arrange services.

State of Delaware
Delaware Health and Social Services
Division of Services for Aging and Adjusts with Physical Disabilities
Herman M. Holloway, Sr. Campus
Main Administration Building, First Floor Annex
1901 N. DuPont Highway
New Castle, DE 19720
(302) 255-9390 or 1-800-223-9074
Fax: (302) 255-4445

JEVS Supports for Independence
Monroe Office Center, 2^nd Floor
One winding Way
Philadelphia, PA 19131TEL: (267) 298-1364
TF: 1-800-610-7910
WEB: www.jevshumanservices.org

Pet Policy

Students and visitors are not permitted to bring pets to campus, including residence halls.  Service animals that are trained to perform a task for the benefit of a person with a disability are not considered pets.  Exceptions to the pet policy may be made for emotional support animals with proper documentation.

Recreational Equipment Policy (Skates, Skateboards, Bicycles, etc.)

Current students, staff, and faculty who use skates, skateboards, bicycles, scooters, and sleds on campus do so at their own risk. The College will not be liable for any injury. Bicycles and other recreational equipment are not permitted in the Fulmer or Jones Centers.

Responsible Computing and Use of College Resources

Introduction

The Policy for Responsible Computing and Use of College Resources regulates the use of the network and technology resources at Goldey-Beacom College. All network users must comply with local, state, and federal laws relating to copyright, security, and electronic media.

The Office of Information Technology (OIT) assigns a network account to GBC users for accessing the College’s technology resources which include the following:

• Campus Web
• Cyber Café
• gbcALERT System
• GBC Email
• GBC Wi-Fi
• Hirons Library and Academic Excellence Center
• Kiosks
• Lightning Central
• Classrooms
• Specific computers located in College offices
• Teaching Labs
• Online services operated on behalf of the College, including Office 365, OneDrive for Business, Skype for Business, Yammer, and Zoom

These resources are available to currently enrolled GBC students for the completion of their coursework and to staff and faculty currently employed by the College. A GBC Network Account is created for students when they start their education at Goldey-Beacom College. It is available for use throughout the student’s entire college career at GBC.

Downloading and sharing copyrighted material (software, music or video files, etc.) without permission is a federal offense. Downloading or sharing copyrighted materials may result in the loss of network access privileges.

NOTE: OIT does not provide technical support for personally owned computers and devices, including those used on the College network.

1. Use of Hirons Library and Academic Excellence Center, Classrooms, Teaching Labs, and College Office computers
   These areas are intended to be a work place and the following rules are designed to safeguard the equipment and environment:
   1. Food, candy, and smoking are not permitted in the teaching labs, classrooms, and library and learning center. Only water bottles which have screw-on lids are permitted, provided they are closed while the student is working.
   2. Only current GBC students and employees are permitted network access in these areas.
   3. Prospective GBC students are permitted in the Hirons Library and Academic Excellence Center and must see the Student Tech Assistant to register for use of a guest account.
   4. Inappropriate language or offensive behavior is not permitted and will not be tolerated.
   5. These areas are working environments, not student lounges or game rooms. Therefore, noise will not be tolerated and students may be asked to leave.
   6. Phone calls are not permitted in these areas.
   7. Students are permitted to sign in to only one PC at a time.
   8. Illegally copying software is prohibited and violators may be prosecuted.
   9. Downloading and sharing copyrighted material (software, music or video files, etc.) without permission is a federal offense. Downloading or sharing copyrighted materials may result in the loss of network access privileges.
   10. Users should use a removable storage device, (e.g. an USB flash drive) or cloud storage (One Drive) to save their work. Any work saved on the hard drive will be deleted automatically at sign out/reboot in the teaching labs, classrooms, library and learning center, kiosks, and student access computers located in College offices.
   11. Users are expected to clean up their workstation space upon leaving, i.e. dispose of trash, pick up printed documents, and push in chairs.
   12. Any signed in/locked computer located in a lab or the library and learning center unattended for more than thirty minutes may be rebooted.
   13. Printing is limited to the requirements for a student’s GBC coursework. Students are not permitted to print textbooks in part or their entirety. Users should conserve paper by saving the information to a file (on an USB flash drive, cloud storage, etc.) and reading it later. More information about student printing is available on the Technology tab on Campus Web.
2. Use of the Cyber Café
   1. Food and drinks are permitted in the Café.
   2. Only current GBC students and employees are permitted access in this area.
   3. Inappropriate language or offensive behavior is not permitted and will not be tolerated.
   4. Students are permitted to sign in to only one PC at a time.
   5. Illegally copying software is prohibited and violators may be prosecuted.
   6. Users should use a removable storage device (e.g. an USB flash drive) or cloud storage (OneDrive for Business) to save their work. Any work saved on the hard drive will be deleted automatically at sign out/reboot.
   7. Users are expected to clean up their workstation space before leaving, i.e. clean up any spills, dispose of trash and push in chairs.
   8. Any signed in/locked computer located in the Café unattended for more than thirty minutes may be rebooted.
3. Use of GBC Email
   GBC EMAIL SERVES AS THE OFFICIAL MEANS OF SENDING INFORMATION TO STUDENTS BY FACULTY AND STAFF. These messages are always sent to the GBC Email address.
   1. Students and employees are responsible for maintaining their official GBC Email accounts and are expected to check them on a frequent and consistent basis.
   2. Students and employees have the responsibility to recognize that certain communications may be time-critical.
   3. Inappropriate language should not be used in email messages.
   4. Email is not to be sent to the entire student population.
   5. Sending junk email, unsolicited or offensive email is not permitted and will not be tolerated.
   6. Students are responsible for maintaining their mailbox size below 100 MB, i.e., empty the Deleted Items folder, and delete old and junk email. File attachments increase the mailbox size; therefore students and employees are advised to save them to a removable storage device or share them using OneDrive for Business and delete the email message.
   7. The GBC Email account is provided by the College for educational purposes only. The College does not provide this account for any other personal or commercial use.
4. Use of the College’s Network and Technology Services
   Technology services provided by the College are for educational purposes only. The College does not provide these services for any other personal or commercial use.
   1. All users must change their initial password to a personalized secure password as a security measure. Refer to detailed instructions posted on the Technology tab of Campus Web.
   2. All activities of College Network Accounts are governed by having the account password, so it is important that GBC Network Account and/or passwords are not given to anyone (including family members). GBC staff and faculty - including OIT staff members - will never ask any GBC network user for their password.
   3. It is important that all network users protect GBC Network Account username and password information as they would their social security number. Do not place them in an easily accessible place, e.g. on a desk in a dorm room or office.
   4. Any GBC network user will be held accountable for any abuse of technology resources associated with their GBC Network Account.
   5. Users are not permitted to sign in to the GBC network and/or technology resources using anyone else’s GBC Network Account.
   6. Users are also not permitted to sign in to the GBC network and/or technology resources and then allow someone else to use their signed-in session.
   7. Appropriate language should be used in all computing activities, including email messages, online posts, chat, audio and video communications, etc.
   8. Excessive media streaming, running a server application, or other activities that place a heavy load on the College network are not permitted.
   9. Users should be aware that the computer systems are the property of the College and that email messages, Internet usage history, any other computer files, diagnostic logs, and other network traffic are subject to review at the discretion of the College. In the case of harassment complaints, illegal violations, or a network security incident (including but not limited to hardware, software, or attacks by hackers), OIT staff members are authorized to inspect and remove any information, files, or diagnostic data necessary to investigate complaints, resolve the incident, or protect the network systems, and the information they contain. In this situation, OIT staff members are obligated to treat any information they might see, that turns out to be unrelated to the problem, as strictly confidential. In addition, email messages are subject to subpoena or otherwise discoverable in litigation.
   10. All data in the College’s computer and communications systems - including documents, images, recordings, other electronic files, and chat messages - are the property of the College. No individual should have any expectation of privacy for data recorded or transmitted over the College’s systems.
   11. GBC technology resources may not be used to create, share, or transmit material that is derogatory, defamatory, obscene or offensive. Such material includes - but is not limited to - slurs, epithets or anything that might be construed as harassment or disparagement based on race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or religious or political beliefs.
   12. Users must follow local, state, and federal laws and regulations pertaining to computing activities. In cases involving fraud, forgery, extortion, copyright violations, intimidation, humiliation, etc., violators may be legally prosecuted and may be subject to immediate loss of all computing privileges and network access at Goldey-Beacom College.
   13. GBC technology resources may not be used to solicit or contact others for commercial purposes, causes, external organizations, chain messages, or other purposes not related to academic or work-related tasks associated with the College.
   14. Users are responsible for reporting any activities which they believe to be in violation of these policies. To report such incidents, email abuse@gbc.edu.
5. Use of the Internet
   1. The Internet is an open forum for many subjects, opinions, and ideas, both appropriate and inappropriate to the educational values and/or goals of the College. Therefore, it is up to the users of the Internet to be responsible, selective, and wise when dealing with people, topics, opinions, and/or ideas found on the Internet that do not serve the educational purposes of the College. Offensive materials on the Internet, including but not limited to adult sites and pornography, are not to be accessed through the College’s network using any personal computer located at the College or connected to the College network. Anyone accessing these pages may be asked to discontinue doing so, may be asked to leave, may have their network access suspended and may be subject to disciplinary actions.
   2. Goldey-Beacom College is not responsible for any offensive or inappropriate material that is found on the Internet.
   3. The use of the Internet for non-class assignments in the labs and the library is permitted, provided a workstation is not needed by a student with a class assignment.
6. Use of the GBC Wi-Fi
   GBC Wi-Fi is provided for currently enrolled students and employees.
   1. Only currently enrolled students and staff and faculty currently employed by Goldey-Beacom College have access to the GBC Wi-Fi. Up-to-date anti-malware software must be installed on all PCs connected to the network. All Wi-Fi devices must support WPA2 encryption. If a Windows computer is connected, the GBC user must have administrator privileges to install and run the Cisco security agent.
   2. The use of bridges, hubs, routers, switches or other network equipment which could interfere with GBC Wi-Fi is not permitted on Campus.
   3. Users are not permitted to share or tether their GBC Wi-Fi connection to another device.
   4. Users are not permitted to connect their personal device to GBC Wi-Fi using another user’s GBC Network Account.
   5. Users are required to follow the guidelines on the usage of the College’s network and the Internet when using GBC Wi-Fi.
   6. Misuse of GBC Wi-Fi or not following the approved policies may result in losing complete access to the GBC network.
   7. All network users are responsible for the integrity of their own individual devices. It is each person’s responsibility to make certain that his or her device is secured against viruses, worms, hacker attacks, and other intrusions. Further, they are responsible for all uses of their device and will held accountable for network traffic originating from their device or traced back to their device’s IP address.
   8. Users should be aware that connecting to GBC Wi-Fi gives the College the right to investigate cases of harassment complaints, illegal violations, copyright infringement, or network problems in which the OIT staff members may need to review email messages, internet usage, and other computer files on any device which has been configured for use on GBC Wi-Fi.
7. Use of Third-Party Online Services Operated on Behalf of the College
   The College provides currently enrolled students and employees access to various online services operated by third-parties on behalf of the College. These include but may not be limited to Microsoft Office 365, OneDrive for Business, Skype for Business, Yammer, and Zoom.
   1. Only currently enrolled students and staff and faculty currently employed by Goldey-Beacom College have access to such third-party services.
   2. Users are required to follow the guidelines on the usage of the College’s network and the Internet when using these online services.
   3. Access to such online services is provided to currently enrolled students for the purposes of completing their coursework, and to current employees for their work-related activities. These services should not be used to post personal information, share personal files, or for any other non-academic/work purposes.
   4. Users are solely responsible for all content posted and files shared using their account.
   5. Misuse of these online services or not following the approved policies may result in losing complete access to the online services.
   6. Users should be aware that using these online services gives the College the right to investigate cases of harassment complaints, illegal violations, copyright infringement, or network problems in which the OIT staff may need to review service usage, files stored in OneDrive for Business, Skype for Business communications, Zoom recordings, network traffic, and any other files or data connected to the usage of these online services

8. Use of Software and Services for Audio and Video Conferencing, Online Meetings, Collaboration, and Chat

   The College provides third-party online audio and video-conferencing services - including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Microsoft Skype for Business - to support the faculty and staff in their College work responsibilities and to provide students with needed resources for their GBC classes. Zoom is the primary supported service for holding and attending online meetings at GBC, including any use of audio, video, chat, collaboration, and content sharing within such meetings.

   Currently enrolled students, and all staff and faculty currently employed at the College have free access to a Zoom account using their GBC Network Account. This policy defines the proper use of Zoom at the College:

   1. Any GBC user signing in to Zoom - or any other audio and video-conferencing software or services (from here on referred to as “Zoom”) - will be assumed to understand and agree with all applicable College policies.
   2. Any use of Zoom must be compliant with all applicable elements of GBC’s Policy for Responsible Computing and Use of College Resources, including all items listed in the section about Use of Third-Party Online Services Operated on Behalf of the College.
   3. Any use of Zoom by GBC employees must be compliant with all applicable elements of the College’s Information Security Policy.
   4. If a meeting session will be recorded, the host user must inform all individuals participating in the meeting in advance that the session is being recorded.
   5. If a meeting session was recorded, the recording - and its content - must be compliant with any applicable College policies regarding digital content. Such recordings may be shared only with users authorized to view the content.
   6. Users must not use, present, or share any content that is in violation of local, state or federal laws or GBC policies.
   7. Users are required to obtain consent from appropriate parties prior to including, recording, or sharing any content containing sensitive information (e.g. intellectual property, copyrighted material, etc.).
   8. Zoom must not be used to share, present, record or distribute confidential or proprietary College information, Personally Identifiable Information (PII), Protected Health Information (PHI) or other regulated data without prior authorization from the College. While Zoom has been certified for use with meetings that include such data, users are responsible for ensuring all regulatory requirements are met while sharing, presenting, downloading, and storing related electronic documents. Users should also be aware that all regulatory requirements - including FERPA and HIPAA - apply to the use of such data when using Zoom.
   9. Participants in online meetings that involve the use of video or audio conferencing - and related cameras and microphones - must ensure that those devices cannot inadvertently record sensitive, proprietary, confidential, or inappropriate documents, images, materials, sounds, or other content located in the vicinity of the participants.
   10. Online audio and video conference sessions should only be established to trusted participants and partners, including any external users invited to such meetings.
   11. GBC will not assume responsibility for content that is reported or discovered to be in violation of any aforementioned policies or laws. Any recorded content will be removed pending review, and appropriate action taken if necessary.
9. Prohibited Activities
   GBC network users shall not damage, destroy, misuse, or otherwise endanger the College’s computing and information resources. This section is intended to aid in interpreting the policies stated above and should not be interpreted as complete or exhaustive. Examples of conduct in violation of the approved policies include:
   1. Using software or materials known to have been obtained in violation of copyright law or a valid license provision.
   2. Copying and providing to others any copyrighted material or licensed program contents, unless allowed under the fair-use doctrine or explicitly permitted by the copyright owner.
   3. Disrupting, hindering, or damaging the service, use, or ability of others to access or use any College computer, facility, equipment, software, network, or other technology resource, including email.
   4. Accessing resources on the College’s network using a different GBC Network Account other than the one assigned.
   5. Providing any person with access to the assigned GBC Network Account, or in any way allowing others access to a device, network, or service under one’s account.
   6. Creating, modifying, reading or copying files (including email) in any areas to which the user has not been granted access.
   7. Disguising one’s identity in any way, including the sending of fraudulent email messages, removal of data from system files, and the masking of process names.
   8. Sending harassing or abusive messages via any digital means.
   9. Sending emails that advertise products or advertising services.
   10. Using College facilities to gain unauthorized access to computer systems on or off campus.
   11. Use of College resources for unauthorized or commercial purposes.
   12. Attempting to interfere with the normal operation of computing systems in any way, or attempting to circumvent the restrictions associated with such facilities.
   13. Using any College computer, facility, equipment, software, network, or other technology resource, including email, to commit or attempt to commit acts prohibited under applicable federal, state, or local laws.
10. Disciplinary actions
    1. Students violating policies concerning copyrighted material will be informed of the immediate loss of both their GBC Wi-Fi connection as well as access to various other College network resources, should such activities continue.
    2. Students violating policies concerning excessive noise and not responding to the request by College staff to reduce the noise level may be asked to leave the area. Continued abuse of this policy will be reported to the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics and may result in the loss of the computing privileges for the area where the violation occurred.
    3. Any student found in violation of any of these policies may be subject to the loss of their access to one or all of the College technology resources for a period of time and will be reported to the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics for disciplinary  action.
    4. Any illegal violations may result in the immediate loss of the use of all GBC technology resources and will be reported to the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics.
    5. A student’s GBC Network Account will be immediately locked and referred by the Office of Information Technology to the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics in the event of a network threat related to that account.
11. Changes to This Policy
    The Office of Information Technology may change or amend this policy from time to time. When changes are made, they will be announced through Campus Web announcements. As with all matters of law and ethics, ignorance of the rules does not excuse violations.

Right of Search Policy

College Officials

The College reserves the right to enter a student apartment in the event of an emergency or if there is a reasonable suspicion that a violation of the law or College policy has occurred. Students who reside in student housing on the College Campus are advised that their rooms are subject to search by an official of the College in the event of a reasonable suspicion that a violation of the law or College policy is occurring or has occurred. Permission for such searches may be given by the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics, or, in that person’s absence, the designated senior Student Affairs officer. The search may be conducted in the absence of the students, although College officials will announce their presence by knocking on the door and identifying themselves before entering the student apartment.  Students are advised that any information or property seized during a search may be used as evidence against them in any College disciplinary proceeding. The College further reserves the right, upon reasonable suspicion that a violation of the law or College policy has occurred, to request a search of a student’s vehicle parked on College property or of the student’s other personal belongings while on the College campus. The College reserves the right to contact law enforcement authorities in the event that evidence of a potential crime is revealed during a search. Any property seized in a search shall be itemized and stored in a secure location until the conclusion of any resulting College disciplinary or criminal proceedings.

Law Enforcement Authorities

In circumstances where there is a suspected violation of the laws of the State of Delaware, the College reserves the right to contact federal, state or county law enforcement authorities. Law enforcement authorities have the right to search College premises, including student housing, in a manner consistent with legal requirements for a lawful search.  In addition to potential criminal proceedings, any information discovered through such a search may be used as evidence in College disciplinary proceedings when violations of the Residence Life policies or the Student Code of Conduct occur.

Smoking Policy

Smoking is not permitted inside any buildings on the Goldey-Beacom College campus. It is requested that smokers not congregate at building entrances but, instead, use areas such as the gazebos and the gardens, taking care to dispose of ash and cigarette ends safely in the appropriate containers.

Student Accommodations Policy

The Goldey-Beacom College community is committed to equal access to the learning experience for all students regardless of disability, handicap, or physical limitation. The College strives to comply with all laws, statutes, and regulations in assuring program accessibility and non-discrimination. 

The College’s Advising Office and all other relevant parties of the College will act as “facilitator” in identifying on-campus services, offering reasonable support, and coordinating services needed to provide equal access.  The College, in its role as facilitator and if needed, will refer the student to community services that can provide assistance to the student prior to beginning enrollment and after enrollment occurs. 

Goldey-Beacom College will review all requests on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. The College prohibits retaliation against individuals for requesting reasonable accommodations or academic adjustments, appealing decisions concerning such requests, or for making or participating in claims of discrimination.

All requests for accommodations and academic adjustments, and all supporting documentation, including but not limited to medical information from an appropriate medical professional, are considered confidential and will be shared with relevant parties of the College only on a need-to-know basis.  Such documentation will only be used to evaluate the student’s requested accommodation. The accommodation and/or academic adjustment documentation will be kept in a file in the Registrar’s Office.  Students may request accommodations using the Student Accommodation Request Form . Additional information on service animals and emotional support animals is available at the links below.

Service Animal Policy  

Emotional Support Animal Policy  

Student Health Insurance

For the health and safety of our College Community, Goldey-Beacom College encourages all students to maintain health insurance coverage throughout their enrollment. All students residing on campus and/or participating in intercollegiate athletics are required to have health insurance coverage. Students that do not provide proof of health insurance coverage are not be permitted to live in the residence halls and/or participate in intercollegiate athletics.  
 
Questions regarding student health insurance may be referred to the Mental Health & Wellness Center via email (healthandwellness@gbc.edu) or phone (302-225-6362). Questions regarding student athlete health insurance should be referred to Athletics via email (gbcathletics@gbc.edu) or phone (302-225-6213). Questions regarding international student insurance should be referred to International Student Services via email (international@gbc.edu) or phone (302-225-6383).

Student Pregnancy and Parental Policy

Goldey-Beacom College supports the success of pregnant and parenting students. Thus, the College prohibits discrimination against a student based on the student’s pregnancy, childbirth, false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, or recovery from any of these medical conditions.

The College will excuse student absences because of pregnancy or childbirth for as long as the student’s doctor deems the absences medically necessary. When a student returns to school, the student will be allowed to return to the same academic and extracurricular status as before the medical leave began. Medical documentation is required to be completed and submitted to the student’s Advisor prior to returning to school in accordance with the “Return to School after Medical Leave” policy.

The College offers the student alternatives to making up missed work. The student has the right to decide the method to make up the work from the following two options: retaking a semester or allowing the student additional time in a program to continue at the same pace and finish at a later date. Should a course grade be based on class participation, the student would be allowed to earn the missed credits.

The College can make accommodations that are reasonable and responsive to a student’s pregnancy or parental status. Request for accommodations should be addressed to the student’s Advisor.  Such examples of accommodations include modified course schedules, allowing frequent trips to the restrooms, providing a larger desk and/or allowing break time and appropriate facilities for expressing breast milk. The College has a designated “private” area in the Hirons Library and Academic Excellence Center that nursing students can use for expressing breast milk. When needed, the Hirons Library and Academic Excellence Center staff should be asked for the key to this private room.

Pregnant students are allowed to reside on campus. However, once the child is born, it is required that the child live off campus. If the parent would like to return to being a residential student without the child such an arrangement would be permissible.

Pregnant student-athletes may continue to participate in sport activities but a certification from the student’s physician is required. A student-athlete with a pregnancy-related condition can be provided with modifications to allow continued team participation.  Student-athletes may obtain additional guidance from the Athletic Department.

Goldey-Beacom College encourages the student to develop a “Parenting Action Plan” with the student’s Advisor.  A “Parenting Action Plan” is helpful in ensuring the College has the most up-to-date contact and physician information in case of an emergency. It also ensures the student and appropriate departments, such as Athletics, Financial Aid/Advisement, Housing and Faculty members, have open communication to help the student have a healthy, comfortable and supportive learning environment throughout the pregnancy while continuing education at the College.

Students may file complaints of sex discrimination, including discrimination due to pregnancy or parental status by contacting a College Title IX Coordinator.

Transgender Policy

Transgender is an umbrella term used to describe people who have gender identities, gender expressions, or gendered behaviors not traditionally associated with their birth sex.  Sexual orientation and gender identity are included in the non-discrimination policy of Goldey-Beacom College.  As such, the College will not discriminate or allow discrimination by others against transgender students/employees. The College’s Pledge to Promote a Safe Environment includes the statement:

“…discrimination and harassment prohibited by law includes any verbal or physical conduct toward another that is based on an individual’s race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental and/or physical disability, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth and related conditions, parenting, family responsibilities, or any other protected category or characteristic and that (1) unlawfully creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive learning and/or working environment or (2) unlawfully interferes with an individual’s work or academic performance.  Threatening, intimidating or engaging in hostile acts that create a hostile environment based on an individual’s category or characteristic may constitute unlawful harassment, whether the harasser is a co-worker, supervisor, student, faculty member, contractor or agent of the College.”

Furthermore, every student/employee has the right to be addressed by the name and pronoun that corresponds with the person’s gender identity.  To recognize and honor the choices of individuals, transgender students who wish to designate a preferred name, or students wishing to change a birth and/or legal name to a preferred name, are encouraged to meet with the Registrar.  Transgender employees should contact Human Resources.  Every effort is made to assure confidentiality in this process.  Although the College is committed to supporting students/employees in the transgender community, it is important to understand that designating a preferred name for use at the College does not constitute a legal name change so the birth name and/or legal name will continue to be used on certain College documents as required by federal regulations.  While preferred first and/or middle names may be designated, the College is unable to designate a preferred surname without documents showing that the surname has been changed legally by a court or government entity.

For the convenience of all students, bathrooms in the residence halls are single-person usage, and a lockable single-person all-gender bathroom located on the first floor of the Fulmer Center is for use by students or employees. Transgender student-athletes may also request private shower and/or locker facilities if needed.

Transgender students who have questions or concerns about campus life, housing assignments, or the residence hall living are encouraged to speak with the Vice President of Student Affairs and Athletics or Dean of Students at any time. Transgender employees are encouraged to contact Human Resources.

Vendor Policy

No soliciting, vending, or marketing is permitted on the Goldey-Beacom College campus without prior approval from the Student Affairs Office.  Additional information pertaining to the “Vendor Policy” may be obtained by contacting the Student Affairs Office.

Visitor Policy

The Goldey-Beacom College campus is private property for use by students, faculty and staff of the College. Guests are welcome on campus when visiting a specific individual or attending to official business. Visitors to the Residence Halls must comply with all regulations as outlined in Residence Hall Guest Policy section. Other visitors are expected to report to the Reception Desk in the Fulmer Center upon arrival on campus. Solicitation or sales without an advanced appointment are prohibited. Visitors are reminded that certain restroom facilities are unisex and used by both men and women.

Children of guests and/or of students must be closely supervised at all times and are not to be left unattended anywhere on campus. Children are prohibited from all academic areas including, but not limited to, classrooms, the Hirons Library and Academic Excellence Center, and teaching labs, and from fitness facilities and the gymnasium.