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www. cravencc. edu Table of Contents 2010- 2011 Catalog Founded 1965 An institution of higher education established by authority of the North Carolina General Assembly and supported by Craven County. An equal opportunity educational employer www. cravencc. edu Table of Contents New Bern Campus 800 College Court New Bern, North Carolina 28562 252- 638- 7200 Havelock Campus 305 Cunningham Boulevard Havelock, North Carolina 28532 252- 444- 6005 Cherry Point Center 4335 C Street, EDTR Building Room 109 Cherry Point, North Carolina 28533 252- 444- 6000 Craven Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges for questions related to the Status of Craven Community College at this address: 1866 Southern Lane Decatur, Georgia 30033- 4097 Phone: 404.679.4501 Craven Community College reserves the right to make any changes in programs, delete any courses or to effect any changes in the curriculum without notice. This right extends to administration, policies, tuition and fees and any other phase of school operations. Each student is expected to have a knowledge of the information printed in this Catalog. Updates to the College Catalog will be posted to the College Web site: www. cravencc. edu. The college is committed to equality in employment and educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, or other recipients of or participants in College services, programs, or activities on the basis of any legally protected status. 250 copies of this document were printed at a cost of $ 9.37 each. www. cravencc. edu Table of Contents ■ ■ Table of Contents Introduction to Craven Community College 1 Message from the President – Mission – Vision – About CCC – History – About North Carolina Community College System Admissions 5 Admissions Procedures – Application Deadlines – Admission Process – Admissions Classifications – Residency Status – High School Equivalency Diploma – Medical – Readmission – Credit by Exam – Departmental Exams – Transcript Request - Confidentiality ��� Catalog of Record – Consent Form – Educational Partnerships – University Connections - SOCMAR Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships 15 Tuition – Fees – Early Registration – Student Payment Plan – Refund Policies – Course Withdrawals – Financial Aid – Scholarships Advising and Registration 25 Advising – Registration – Withdrawals – Graduation Student Services and Learning Support 29 Academic Skills Center – Disability Services – Library – Orientation – Stu-dent Activities – Student Rights and Responsibilities – English as a Second Language – College and University Visits – Career Services – Food Service – Bookstore Academic Information 35 Course Syllabi – Academic Dishonesty – Grade Descriptions - Academic Recognition - Grade Appeal – Academic Forgiveness – Academic Probation – Academic Separation – Readmission – Field Trips - Other Degrees and Programs 41 Associate Degrees – Certificate / Diploma Programs – General Degree Requirements – Programs Offered – Transfer Course Options Course Descriptions 181 How to Read - Cooperative Education - Online Learning - Discipline/ Depart-ment Codes – Course Descriptions Colleagues 281 Board of Trustees – Foundation Board – Administration Faculty – Professors Emeriti – Administrative and Professional Staff – Public Radio East – Craven Early College – Writing Style Guide – Graphic Standards Academic Calendar, Maps, Success Factors 299 www. cravencc. edu Table of Contents www. cravencc. edu 1 About Craven Message from the President_____________________________________ I am pleased to welcome you to Craven Com-munity College for the 2010- 11 academic year! Regardless of whether you’re pursuing a career program, a college transfer pathway or another learning option, I am certain that you will be happy that you have chosen Craven as the place to continue your education. Your decision to enroll at Craven is a good one. You’re more than just a number here; you’re part of a thriving community of learn-ers that’s made up of people of all ages and backgrounds. Like nearly all community colleges, Craven’s student body consists of men and women who recently graduated from high school and adults who have returned to college to complete a degree, to change careers or to improve their current job skills. We are committed to the “ open door” philosophy, which means we’re here to allow all students the opportunity to succeed. Th is is an exciting time to be at the College. We are focused on Excellence, Service and Leadership because we want Craven to be the best college it can be. We’re adding new programs in health care and composites, and we’re making changes to make the College a more inviting place. Th ere are great people who are committed to the College, and the institution holds great promise. I wish you much success this academic year! Best wishes, Catherine Chew Dr. Catherine Chew President chewc@ cravencc. edu 2 www. cravencc. edu About Craven ■ ■ Mission Statement Craven Community College is a dynamic and responsive institution of higher education commit-ted to improving and enriching individual lives and society through comprehensive, high quality and accessible learning opportunities that allow students to contribute and compete in a diverse and global community. Craven Community College fulfills this Mission through: Adult General, Basic and Secondary Education Courses and services for students who desire to complete a high school equivalency credential or improve their adult basic education, literacy and English language skills, or for enrolled high school students seeking acceleration opportunities. Cultural, Citizenship and Community Enrichment Activities, services, group travel and special projects in response to cultural needs and quality of life interests of community populations and for the leisure enjoyment and enrichment of adults and youth served. Developmental Education Studies Courses and services for students in need of further growth and development of academic and basic skills preparation for acceptance into a cur-riculum and to succeed in college programs. Economic/ Workforce Development Education and Special Training Customized courses specifically designed for, and in collaboration with, business, industry and the military including workforce readiness, job enhancement and technical skill development. Occupational and Technical Education Programs, courses and services for students who plan to enter the workforce or upgrade their career training, professional skills and work performance. Student Development Programs and services to support and enhance student academic, career and personal skill development and growth, and assure success for diverse and ever- changing student populations. University- Parallel Education Programs and coursework for the freshman and sophomore years of an undergraduate education for students who plan to continue studies toward the baccalaureate or pursue postsecondary liberal arts studies. ■ ■ Vision Statement By 2015, Craven Community College will be rec-ognized as a vibrant community college focused on student success and lifelong learning through innovative community partnerships, cultural arts programming, military educational services, public radio and workforce training. ■ ■ About Craven Community College Craven Community College serves Craven Coun-ty’s 98,000 residents and its military population through comprehensive credit and non- credit learn-ing opportunities. The College plays a significant role in the county’s education, training and enrichment needs. Craven has two campuses – one in New Bern and one in Havelock. The college also operates an office and classrooms in the Jerry Marvel Training Cen-ter on base at the Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. In addition to offering traditional seated classes in New Bern, Havelock and at Cherry Point, Craven has a robust distance education program that allows stu-dents to take courses online. The college has several degree, diploma and certificate programs that can be completed online. Craven enrolls about 4,500 students in its curricu-lum ( credit) educational offerings programs each year. More than 10,000 students are served in the college’s Continuing Education programs annually. The average age is 29. Craven’s faculty- student ratio is roughly 14- 1. www. cravencc. edu 3 About Craven Craven offers two- year associate’s degrees, including Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science and Asso-ciate in General Education. The college also offers a number of diploma and certificate options, particu-larly in its technical programs. High school students can enroll in some college- level courses at Craven at no cost. Students should consult their high school guidance counselors for more information. Craven has agreements that enable students to earn Baccalaurate Degrees from four- year public and private colleges and universities. Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, academic credits can be earned through full- or part- time study in the day, evening or online. The New Bern Campus is home to Craven Early College, which is the county’s fourth public high school. High school freshmen who remain enrolled in CEC for five years are able to graduate with both their high school diplomas and their two- year asso-ciate’s degrees or two years of transferable college credit at no cost. Consistent with its mission to meet the higher education and training needs of students, the Col-lege is committed to academic excellence, customer service, and leadership. With the support of faculty and staff and a comprehensive support services, each of our students is provided hope, opportunity, and preparation for both a career and a productive life. ■ ■ History Craven Community College was created as an extension of Lenoir Community College by the 1965 North Carolina General Assembly. Granted indepen-dent status as Craven Technical Institute in 1967, the college was served by Dr. Thurman Brock as Presi-dent in the historic Harvey House in downtown New Bern. In 1971, the college moved its operations to its present 100- acre location, and in 1973 the Institute was granted community college status. That same year, the College opened an office on the Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station. In January 2004 the 24- acre Havelock campus, including the Institute of Aeronautical Technology, opened for classes. The College has been served by four Presidents: Dr. Thurman Brock, Dr. Steve Redd, Dr. Scott Ralls and, currently, Dr. Catherine Chew. Community colleges have their own local Boards of Trustees. Four members each are elected by the local school board and the board of County Com-missioners, while four members are appointed by the Governor. ■ ■ About the North Carolina Community College System North Carolina’s 58 statewide institutions bring educational opportunity within commuting distance of virtually all North Carolina citizens and comprise the nation’s third largest, centrally managed system of community college and technical education. The mission of the North Carolina Community College System is to open the door to high- quality, accessible educational opportunities that minimize the barriers to post- secondary education, maximize student success, develop a globally and multi- cultur-ally competent workforce, and improve the lives and well- being of individuals by providing: • Education, training and retraining for the workforce, including basic skills and literacy education, occupational and pre- baccalaure-ate programs; • Support for economic development through services to and in partnership with business and industry and in collaboration with the University of North Carolina System and private colleges and universities; and • Services to communities and individuals which improve the quality of life. The North Carolina Community College System offers 2,500 curriculum programs under more than 290 curriculum titles. Programs are offered at the certificate, diploma and the Associate of Applied Science degree levels as well as at the Associate of Arts, Associate of Fine Arts and Associate of Science degree levels for college transfer students. The North Carolina Community College System is governed by a State Board of Trustees, appointed by the Governor and the General Assembly, which determine the policies to be followed by the 58 state-supported institution. 4 www. cravencc. edu About Craven www. cravencc. edu 5 Admissions ■ ■ Admissions Procedures Admission to Craven Community College is open to all graduates of an accredited/ registered high school or to those with a recognized equivalency, such as a General Education Development Certifi-cate ( GED). High school accreditation is awarded by one of several regional accrediting agencies, such as Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. A high school may also be registered with the state department of education where it is located. In order to receive financial aid, students must be accepted and enrolled into one of the College’s degree or diploma programs. Students may choose to attend full- time ( 12 credits or more per semester) or part- time ( fewer than 12 credits). ■ ■ Application Deadlines Students seeking admission to Limited Admission Programs such as Associate Degree Nursing, Prac-tical Nursing, and Health Information Technology must meet special admissions criteria, requirements and deadlines. For these select programs, all appli-cation forms, transcripts, placement test scores and documentation must be received before review of application will be considered. Nursing Fall Admission January 10 - February 18 Spring Admission June 1 - July 15 Practical Nursing Fall Admission January 10 - February 18 Health Information Technology Fall Admission January 16 - February 18 Pharmacy Technology Fall Admission January 10 - March 31 Physical Therapist Assistant Fall Admission January 10 - March 31 ■ ■ Admission Process 1. Complete Application Students may apply for admission on a full- time or part- time basis. First- time and transfer students are welcome. Students are encouraged to apply online at www. cravencc. edu ( click the “ Admissions and Financial Aid” link) or may request an application by phone, mail, or in person by contacting the Admis-sions Office at the New Bern or Havelock campuses or by e- mail at admissions@ cravencc. edu. New Bern Campus Havelock Campus 800 College Court 305 Cunningham Boulevard New Bern, NC 28562 Havelock, NC 28532 252.638.7200 252.444.6005 2. Provide Transcripts An official high school or GED transcript is required and must show graduation or GED certification date. The high school transcript must be sent directly from the high school last attended to the college. GED transcript requests may be mailed to: State GED Office North Carolina Community College System 5016 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699 This requirement may be waived if an applicant has an Associate or higher degree. Upon admission, the college will complete an evaluation of transfer credits that may have been earned from another college or university or through advanced placement or other examinations. Prospective transfer students must submit an offi-cial copy of transcripts from all previous college( s) from which credits are to be considered. Only previ-ous college courses completed with a grade of “ C” ( 2.0) or higher will be eligible for transfer consider-ation. Transfer students must complete 25% of their coursework at Craven Community College to be eli-gible for graduation. Any credit earned with a grade of “ C” or higher at an accredited institution will be accepted at Cra-ven Community College provided it is appropriate to the student’s program and a comparable course is offered. The catalog and/ or course descriptions from other institutions attended may be required for 6 www. cravencc. edu Admissions evaluation before credit is granted. Course work over fifteen years old may not be accepted. Evaluation of such credits will be made on an individual basis. 3. Take the Placement Test Students are required to take the College Place-ment Test prior to registering for courses. The col-lege may waive placement tests for students who have SAT scores of 500 on writing, reading and/ or math or ACT scores of 21 on reading, english and/ or math ( if the SAT or ACT was taken within the past five years). The Placement Test assesses students’ readiness for college- level courses by evaluating their reading, writing and mathematics skills. The results of these assessments assist the College in placing stu-dents in courses at the appropriate level to assist in their successful completion of courses. Placement in Developmental Studies coursework is based upon ( 1) scores on the COMPASS test taken during the admissions process, ( 2) referral by instructors, or ( 3) student request. If a student’s placement test results indicate a need for additional growth in reading, writing and/ or math, the College will provide special advising concerning specific course selection. The College Placement Test is computerized and untimed. Students may retake the test once during a six month period for a $ 3.00 fee. Students with documented disabilities may make special arrange-ments to take the test by contacting the Academic Skills Center. Students who enter Craven Community College with only high school credit in foreign language may elect to begin their foreign language instruction in the first level course for the language of their inter-est ( FRE 111, GER 111 or SPA 111) or may take a department exam. 4. Meet with an Advisor Students should meet with an advisor in the Stu-dent Center to discuss their personal and profes-sional goals and to develop an academic plan. Advi-sors are available in the Student Center between 7: 30 a. m. and 7 p. m. Monday through Thursday, and between 7: 30 a. m. and 5 p. m. on Friday at both the New Bern and Havelock campuses. Walk- in service and appointments are available. ■ ■ Admissions Classifications Regular Status: Students who have completed all admissions requirements and are enrolled in a Pro-gram of Study. Provisional Status: Students who have not com-pleted all admissions requirements may be admitted and enrolled for one semester. Provisional students will be allowed for subsequent semesters only upon completion of admissions requirements. Visiting Status: Students enrolled at other insti-tutions may be admitted as Visiting students with letters/ statements from their home institutions for registration. Special Status: Students not seeking a degree, diploma or certificate may be admitted and enrolled as Special students. Special students are required to complete an application and residency statement, and provide evidence of prerequisite satisfaction ( unofficial documents are acceptable). Special stu-dents wishing to be reclassified as Regular students must complete admissions requirements as indicated for Regular Status. Freshman: Students who have earned fewer than 30 semester hours of credit Sophomore: Students who have earned more than 30 semester hours of credit Full- time Student: Students who are registered for 12 or more semester hours of credit Part- time Student: Students who are registered for fewer than 12 semester hours of credit ■ ■ Residency Status Students are classified as residents for tuition pur-poses if they have established the legal residence requirements found at www. northcarolina. edu/ legal/ residence/ committee/ manual/ The_ Manual_ 081408. pdf. Active duty military stationed in North Caro-lina, along with their spouses and dependents, may qualify for the in state rate. The forms required to qualify for this benefit are available at our Cherry Point, Havelock and New Bern offices. Resident status is initially determined by informa-tion provided on the student’s admission application. Further documentation may be required to change www. cravencc. edu 7 Admissions a student’s resident status. All students are charged the appropriate rate of tuition and fees depending on the number of credits taken and the student’s state residence. ■ ■ Medical A physical exam may be required when deemed necessary by college officials, particularly in limited admissions programs. ■ ■ Readmission Former Craven Community College students who were previously enrolled but have not attended the College for one year or more are required to com-plete a new application. ■ ■ Credit by Examination Students can receive credit for college courses under the credit by examination policy. The College recognizes and awards credit for the following test-ing programs: 1. APP – Advanced Placement Program 2. CLEP – College Level Examination Program 3. DSST – DANTES Subject Standardized Tests 4. IBCC - International Baccalaureate College Credit The College awards credit for APP, CLEP and DSST examinations based on the credit recommendations of the American Council on Education for compa-rable courses it offers. A maximum of 20 semester hours credit is allowed under the Credit by Exami-nation Policy. Credit will apply towards graduation requirements in the student’s program; however, quality points are not awarded. A student desiring college credit through these pro-grams must have the applicable testing agency for-ward the examination results to the College. Credit will be awarded based upon established criteria. ■ ■ Departmental Exams A student may receive credit by taking a depart-mental exam for a course in which he/ she evidences previous work or educational experience. Students must first register and pay tuition for a given class in order to take a departmental exam and earn credit for the course. If the student does not successfully pass the examination, he/ she may elect to remain in the course for credit or may elect to withdraw from the course. Courses completed by departmental exami-nation are not used in computing a student’s fulltime or part- time enrollment status. Quality points are not assigned for credit by exam. However, course credit and the credit hours are counted toward graduation requirements. Most colleges and universities do not accept CE grades in transfer. Procedures are as follows: • The student submits the Credit by Exam form to the appropriate Academic Dean. • If approved for a Credit by Exam opportunity, the Academic Dean makes the arrangements with the student for registration and for administering the departmental exam. • Following successful completion of the exam, the Academic Dean will notify the Registrar by submitting the Credit by Exam form. • Credit will be awarded for a grade of “ C” or higher. Credit hours will be posted on the student’s permanent record using the grade symbol “ CE.” Students should contact Academic Deans as early as possible to schedule any exam to be used as a prerequisite verification for a higher level transfer course. ■ ■ Transcript Requests Transcripts will not be released for a student who has an outstanding financial obligation to the Col-lege. All student records are held in confidence by the College. Transcripts will be made available only upon request of the student. A statement authorizing release must be signed by the student before a tran-script will be sent to other colleges, employers, or other agencies. Authorization for release of transcript forms is available in Student Services and online. There will be a three dollar fee for each transcript. 8 www. cravencc. edu Admissions ■ ■ Confidentiality The College qualifies as an educational institution within the meaning of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA), and therefore all educa-tion records are private to the student and the Col-lege with the exceptions set forth in this Policy and as provided by law. Students shall be granted rights of access to their records and such records shall be open to revise only as indicated in this Policy and upon the terms and conditions established by the College. See this policy in its entirety at http:// www. cravencc. edu/ about/ policies/ StudRec PrivacyRights. cfm. ■ ■ Catalog of Record The catalog that is current when a student enrolls in the College is the catalog of record. Students who enroll continuously ( Fall and Spring, excluding Sum-mer) may graduate under the provisions of the cata-log of record or in a subsequent issue. Students who are not in continuous enrollment must graduate under the provisions of the catalog in effect on their last reenrollment or a subsequent issue of the cata-log. Students who change their program of study will come under the provisions of the catalog in effect at the time of the program of study change or a subse-quent issue. ■ ■ Consent Form for Release of Nondirectory Information Students should notify the Registrar if they do not want directory information to be released. Directory information includes student name, address, tele-phone number, dates and places of birth, etc. ■ ■ Educational Partnerships High School Students Partnerships The Craven EDGE ( Earn a Degree, Graduate Early) College Credits for Traditional and Nontraditional ( Private/ Home- Based) High School Students High School Students Currently enrolled and aca-demically qualified high school students have three options for earning college credit: 1. Enrollment in state- approved face- to- face courses. 2. Enrollment in state- approved online [ Learn and Earn Online ( LEO)] courses. 3. Enrollment in self- supporting courses. High School Students 1. Must meet all admissions requirements, course prerequisites, and registration deadlines [ additional is information available in this Catalog and the CCC Web site ( http:// www. cravencc. edu/)]. 2. Must meet with their high school counselors and obtain written approval from high school rep-resentatives and their parents/ guardians prior to enrollment in college classes. Approval forms are available in their high school Guidance Offices and on the CCC Web site. 3. May enroll in both online and face- to- face CCC courses as long state age requirements are met. 4. Must enroll in all coursework prior to their June High School graduation ceremonies. Students are not required to complete college coursework by this June deadline. “ January Completers” ( students who complete their high school graduation requirements early) may also enroll in college classes prior to their June graduation ceremonies. 5. Will earn dual high school credit at the discre-tion of their local high schools. 6. Should have good study and organizational skills. www. cravencc. edu 9 Admissions Option 1 Enrollment in State- Approved Face- to- Face Classes • Students must be a high school junior or senior, age 16 or above. • State- approved face- to- face courses include courses from the following disciplines: Mathematics ( MAT), Science ( BIO, CHM, GEL, etc.), Technology ( CIS, EGR, etc.), and Technical/ Vocational/ Career ( ACC, AUT, CJC. COS, OST, etc.). • Students must meet all course prerequisites. Specific course information including prereq-uisites, corequisites, descriptions, credits, and approval of course articulation/ transferability are available in this Catalog. • Course prerequisites may include comple-tion of developmental course requirements or earning satisfactory scores on the Craven Community College Placement Test. SAT scores of 500 or higher on the corresponding components of the SAT may be substituted for the Craven Community College ( CCC) Placement Test. Corresponding SAT com-ponents include the Writing Component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental English Requirement); the Critical Reading Component ( corresponds to the CCC Devel-opmental Reading Requirement), and the Math Component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental Math Requirement). • Students must be enrolled in high- school on at least a half- time basis. • Tuition and fees are free. • Students are responsible for purchasing their textbooks. • Students are responsible for their transporta-tion to- and- from the College. • Students should receive high school credit for coursework completed at CCC but prior ( written) approval must be provided by local high school representatives in order for high school credit to be considered. • Students should receive high school honors credit and college credit for most college/ uni-versity transfer courses within the Associate in Arts ( AA) Degree ( A10100), the Associate in Fine Arts ( AFA) Degree ( A10200), and the Associate in Science ( AS) Degree ( A10400). Specific college/ university admissions/ degree requirements may vary and prior written approval must be provided by local high school representatives in order for high school credit to be considered. • Although exceptions may apply, Associate in Applied Science Degrees ( for example, A25100, A45360, etc.) and the diploma/ cer-tificate options within these disciplines are generally not transferable to baccalaureate and university programs. A complete listing of degrees granted by CCC is available in this Catalog and the CCC Web- site ( http:// www. cravencc. edu/). • As long as state age requirements are met, students may enroll in both online ( beginning their freshman year of high school) and face-to- face ( age 16 or above) courses. • Courses may be taught on the New Bern and Havelock CCC Campuses and within the West Craven High School Community. • Completion of a CCC Orientation is recommended. Option 2 Enrollment in State- Approved Learn and Earn Online ( LEO) Classes • Students must be high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, or seniors. • Though a few exclusions apply, state- approved online courses include courses from almost every discipline, including courses provided in Option 1 ( above), as well as courses from the Humanities/ Fine Arts ( ART, COM, ENG, FRE, GER, HUM, MUS, PHI, REL, SPA, etc); the Social/ Behavioral Sciences ( ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POL, PSY, SOC, etc.), and various electives ( ACA, HEA, PED, etc.). • Students must meet course prerequisites. Specific course details including prerequi-sites, corequisites, descriptions, credits, and approval of course articulation/ transferability are available in this Catalog. 10 www. cravencc. edu Admissions • Course prerequisites may include completion of developmental course requirements or earning satisfactory scores on the CCC Place-ment Test. SAT scores of 500 or higher on the corresponding components of the SAT may be substituted for the CCC Placement Test. Corresponding SAT components include the Writing Component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental English Requirement); the Critical Reading component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental Reading Requirement), and the Math Component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental Math Requirement). • There is no minimum high school enrollment requirement. • Tuition and fees are free. • Textbooks are free for public school students. • Although access to a good quality computer and the Internet are recommended, transpor-tation to- and- from the CCC campus is not required. • Students should receive high school credit for coursework completed at CCC but prior ( written) approval must be provided by local high school representatives in order for this credit to be considered. • Students should receive high school honors credit and college credit for most college/ uni-versity transfer courses within the Associate in Arts ( AA) Degree ( A10100), the Associate in Fine Arts ( AFA) Degree ( A10200), and the Associate in Science ( AS) Degree ( A10400). Specific college/ university admissions/ degree requirements may vary and prior written approval must be provided by local high school representatives in order for high school credit to be considered. • Although exceptions may apply, Associate in Applied Science Degrees ( for example, A25100, A45360, etc.) and the diploma/ cer-tificate options within these disciplines are generally not transferable to baccalaureate and university programs. A complete listing of degrees granted by CCC is available in this Catalog and the CCC Web- site ( http:// www. cravencc. edu/). • As long as state age requirements are met, students may enroll in both online ( beginning their freshman year of high school) and face-to- face ( age 16 or above) courses. • Courses may be completed from home, from local high schools, from the CCC campus, etc. All assignments will be submitted to the college instructor through an online delivery format. • Good study skills, good computer skills, and completion of a BlackBoard Orientation are highly recommended. • Additional information is available at, http:// www. nclearnandearn. gov/ Option 3 Enrollment in Self- Supporting Classes • Classes not approved in Option 1, above, may be provided in a face- to- face format on a Self- Supporting basis. Though a few exclu-sions may apply, these classes may include options from Humanities/ Fine Arts ( ART, COM, ENG, FRE, GER, HUM, MUS, PHI, REL, SPA, etc), the Social/ Behavioral Sciences ( ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POL, PSY, SOC, etc.), and various electives ( ACA, HEA, PED, etc.). • Students must meet course prerequisites. Specific course details including prerequi-sites, corequisites, descriptions, credits, and approval of course articulation/ transferability are available in this Catalog. • Course prerequisites may include comple-tion of developmental course requirements or earning satisfactory scores on the CCC Placement Test. SAT scores of 500 or higher on the corresponding components of the SAT may be substituted for the CCC Placement Test. Corresponding SAT components include the Writing Component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental English Requirement); the Critical Reading component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental Reading Require-ment), and the Math Component ( corre-sponds to the CCC Developmental Math Requirement). www. cravencc. edu 11 Admissions • Self- Supporting Classes may be provided to students ages 16 or above on the Craven Community College ( CCC) campus or local high school campuses. • Students should receive high school honors credit and college credit for most college/ uni-versity transfer courses within the Associate in Arts ( AA) Degree ( A10100), the Associate in Fine Arts ( AFA) Degree ( A10200), and the Associate in Science ( AS) Degree ( A10400). Specific college/ university admissions/ degree requirements may vary and prior written approval must be provided by local high school representatives in order for high school credit to be considered. • Self- Supporting classes are not supplemented by outside funds. Therefore, high school stu-dents should anticipate that tuition/ fee rates will exceed those typically charged to adult students. • In order for the college to effectively man-age its resources, Self- Supporting classes may require a minimum number of enrollees. • For additional information or to request a Self- Supporting class, please contact the CCC Director of Educational Partnerships. Innovative High School Programs: College Credits for Early College Students and Early College- EAST Students Craven Early College ( CEC) and Early College- EAST ( EC- EAST) are headquartered on the Craven Community College New Bern and Havelock cam-puses. These public high schools are designed for high school students who are ready to do focused, college-level coursework but who may not thrive in a tradi-tional high school setting. Both Craven Early College and Early College- EAST are joint projects of Craven Community College and the Craven County Schools. Innovative Programs • Both Craven Early College and Early College- EAST are part of the national initiative of “ new schools” championed by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the network of “ Learn and Earn” high schools endorsed by the state. • CEC and EC- EAST enroll new classes of ninth- graders every fall. Acceptance is based on a lottery system. • Craven Early College and Early College- EAST students, after five years of enrollment, will have the opportunity to graduate with their high school diplomas and their two- year asso-ciate’s degrees or their high school diplomas and two years of transferable college credit. • With an associate’s degree in hand, Craven Early College and Early College- EAST gradu-ates will be able to enter the workforce right away or be prepared to transfer to a four- year degree program with two years of credits in tow. • Craven Early College students do not have to pay tuition and are eligible for school system transportation. • These innovative programs follow the Col-lege’s calendar rather than the public school system’s calendar. 12 www. cravencc. edu Admissions ■ ■ College and University Partnerships University Connections: College/ University Transfer Options General Information: Transfer Agreements The University of NC System– The NC Community College System Agreement Students can complete a pre- major degree, Associate in Arts ( AA) and Associate in Science ( AS) degree programs, with Craven Community College, and upon acceptance by one of the state universities, may enter as a junior. Students transferring prior to com-pletion of an Associate degree can transfer a block of core curriculum courses which UNC institutions will accept as a completion of their lower division general education requirements. Students transfer-ring to senior institutions other than those of the University of North Carolina System should ask for assistance in planning their transfer program. The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement ( CAA) between the University of North Carolina System and the North Carolina Community College System ( NCCCS) guarantees the transfer of courses that make up Associate in Arts ( AA) and Associate in Science ( AS) programs into bachelor’s degree pro-grams at UNC- System universities. Individual courses selected from the AA and AS offerings are evaluated by senior institutions on a course- by- course basis. Students wishing to transfer individual courses ( not the General Education core or the completed degree) are advised to work closely with an academic advisor to select the courses that best suit their educational needs. The General Education core of the AA and the AS degrees ( 44 to 46 SHC) transfers to meet the general education core of the bachelor’s degree, provided a “ C” or higher is earned in all transferred classes. The Associate in Arts or the Associate in Science degree transferred under the CAA guarantees junior status. Requirements for some major programs at the senior institution may require additional pre-specialty courses beyond the general education core. Students will still be required to meet the foreign lan-guage and/ or health and physical education require-ments of the receiving college/ university. The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement ( CAA) does NOT guarantee acceptance into any specific col-lege or university except where there is an additional articulation agreement in place and students have met these additional requirements. However, completion of the Associate in Arts or the Associate in Science degree under the terms of the CAA does qualify stu-dents for admission to a UNC- System school under the Transfer Assured Admissions Policy. Complete details of the CAA are found at the University of NC System Web site: http:// www. northcarolina. edu/ http:// www. northcarolina. edu/ aa/ articulation/ index. htm, and http:// www. northcarolina. edu/ content. php/ assess-ment/ reports/ studentinfo/ caa. htm. Transfer of Community College Coursework to NC Private Colleges In addition to the 16 UNC System universities that are part of the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement ( CAA) between The University of NC System and The NC Community College System ( NCCCS), 24 private NC colleges have created their own CAA with the NCCCS. The Admissions Office at the following institutions may be contacted for more information: Barton Belmont- Abbey Bennett Brevard Campbell Catawba Chowan Gardner- Webb J. C. Smith Lees- McRae College Livingston Louisburg Mars Hill Montreat Mount Olive NC Wesleyan Peace Pfeiffer Queens St. Andrews St. Augustine Shaw Warren Wilson Wingate www. cravencc. edu 13 Admissions East Carolina University Wachovia Partnership East at Craven Community College Craven’s New Bern Campus is the headquarters for Wachovia Partnership East’s Coastal Consortium which serves residents in Craven, Pamlico, Jones, Carteret, and Onslow counties. Through the ECU Wachovia Partnership East Pro-gram, students are able to complete their first two years of general education coursework at Craven Com-munity College and then complete the remainder of their teaching degree from ECU. Degrees offered include: BS Elementary Education BS Special Education BS Middle Grades Education Special Education and Middle Grades education are offered entirely online and field placements are made within the area. The Elementary Education degree delivered mostly online with a few face- to-face evening classes at the Craven Community Col-lege “ hub site” in New Bern. Although students will continue to work with their CCC advisors until com-pletion of their transfer degrees, students may con-tact the Partnership- East Coordinator for additional information: 252- 638- 6492/ faulkena@ cravencc. edu/ The Wachovia- Partnership Office [ Business Information Technology Building, Suite 116 ( New Bern Campus)]. Seamless Transfer and Military Outreach Students who complete their Associate’s Degree with CCC may complete bachelor’s degrees in the following program areas at East Carolina University ( ECU): • Birth- Kindergarten Education – AAS to BSBK • Business Education – AAS to BSBE ( entirely online) • Communication – AA to BS ( entirely online) • General Business – AA to BSBA ( entirely online) • Health Information Management – AA to BS ( entirely online) • Health Services Management – AA to BS ( entirely online) • Industrial Technology/ Industrial Supervision – AAS ( variety of options) to BS • Industrial Technology/ Information & • Computer Technology – AAS ( variety of options) to BS • Industrial Technology/ Industrial Distribution & Logistics – AAS ( variety of options) to BS • Industrial Technology/ Manufacturing Sys-tems – AAS ( variety of options) to BS • Information Technologies – AAS to BSBE ( entirely online) • Registered Nurse/ Bachelor of Science in Nursing – ADN to RN/ BSN Although students will continue to work with their CCC advisors until completion of their transfer degree, they may contact the ECU Associate Direc-tor for Military Outreach for more information: 252- 444- 6003/ 800- 398- 9275/ The ECU Military Outreach Office [ IAT Building, Suite 114 ( Havelock Campus)]. North Carolina State University The NCSU College of Engineering at Craven Community College In addition to the courses provided in the Com-prehensive Articulation Agreement ( CAA), CCC students can earn a bachelor’s degree from the NC State College of Engineering without leaving home. After completing their general education, math, and science courses at Craven Community College, stu-dents are able to “ transfer” to NCSU through innova-tive techniques including high definition interactive video technology, “ live” engineering courses on the CCC campus, and by utilizing pre- recorded lectures from NCSU professors. Hands- on laboratory expe-riences are provided on the Havelock campus using state- of- the- art equipment. Craven’s Havelock campus is the home of NC State’s Mechanical Engineering System BSE program. In the BSE program, students can earn a Bachelor of Science in engineering ( BSE) with a concentration in mechanical engineering systems without ever leav-ing CCC. 14 www. cravencc. edu Admissions BSE students take general education, math, and science courses from Craven Community College and engineering courses from NC State. For the engineering courses, students use high definition interactive video at the Havelock campus to par-ticipate in courses taught at the Raleigh campus. In addition, students participate in live courses taught by NC State personnel in Havelock and utilize pre-recorded lectures from NC State professors. Hands-on laboratory experiences are provided in Havelock using state of the art equipment. All BSE courses are sequenced to accommodate the full- time or part-time student attending day or evening classes. 2+ 2 Engineering Transfer Program at NCSU, UNC- Charlotte, NC- A& T, and ECU Engineering bound students who desire a disci-pline other than Mechanical Engineering Systems can participate in Craven’s 2+ 2 Engineering transfer program with NC State. CCC engineering students can participate in Craven’s 2+ 2 transfer program. The 2+ 2 Engineering Program provides students with an opportunity to begin at Craven Community College and then transfer to any of the engineering schools in North Carolina, including NCSU, UNC-Charlotte, NC- A& T, or ECU, where they can finish their degrees in 2- 3 years ( pending admission by their respective universities and Schools Colleges of Engineering). Although CCC engineering students will continue to work with their CCC advisors until completion of their transfer degree, they may contact the NCSU Engineering Program Coordinator for more infor-mation: 252- 444- 3357/ wbfortne@ ncsu. edu/ The NC State College Of Engineering Office [ Room 108 Redd Building ( CCC Havelock Campus)]. ■ ■ Other College/ University Connections Additional Transfer Options In addition to the courses provided in the Com-prehensive Articulation Agreement ( CAA), transfer opportunities are continuously being developed with other NC Community College System ( NCCCS) Pro-grams and baccalaureate/ university programs across the state and throughout the country, with a variety of options provided at the New Bern, Cherry Point, and Havelock campuses. For up- to- date information about new and developing articulation agreements, students may contact their advisors, the CCC Student Services Division ( 252- 638- 7200/ CCC Student Cen-ter), The CCC Cherry Point Branch- Office ( 252- 444- 6000/ smithj@ cravencc. edu), the Havelock Campus ( 252- 444- 6005/ wynnc@ cravencc. edu) or the Direc-tor of Educational Partnerships ( 252- 638- 7382/ forrests@ cravencc. edu/ BIT Building, Suite 116). Service Member’s Opportunity College Program ( SOCMAR/ SOCNAV) Craven Community College is a member of SOC-MAR/ SOCNAV, the degree program for the Marine Corps and Navy, consisting of accredited colleges which offer degree programs on or accessible to Marine Corps Navy installations worldwide. These civilian colleges accept credits from network colleges, enabling military personnel and their dependents to continue working toward a degree even when trans-ferred. The agreement with the home college provides a plan for program completion and also guarantees that graduation programs will not be changed as long as minimum residency and academic requirements ( 25% of coursework and 2.0 Grade Point Average are met). Service members are eligible for a SOC con-tract after completing six semester hours of college level coursework. www. cravencc. edu 15 Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships Tuition and additional or special college fees that apply to in- state and out- of- state students are subject to change. A student payment plan is available for students, who should be familiar with refund policies. The College provides financial aid and scholarship opportunities for students who qualify. ■ ■ Tuition 2010- 2011* In state ( per semester/ credit hour) .................. $ 50.00 Maximum In- state tuition ............................... $ 800.00 Out- of- state( per semester/ credit hour) .............. $ 241.30 Maximum Out- of- State Tuition .................. $ 3,860.80 ■ ■ College Fees* Computer Use and Technology– per semester .$ 16.00 Student Activity – Fall and Spring only ( 1- 6 credit hrs) .................................................. $ 16.00 Student Activity – Fall and Spring only ( 7 or more credits) ............................................ $ 32.00 Transcript Fee ( each) ............................................$ 3.00 Security/ Parking per semester .......................... $ 10.00 each additional sticker.........................................$ 2.00 Returned Check, per check ............................... $ 20.00 Summer School supply per course ................... $ 10.00 GED – to take the whole exam.............................$ 7.50 GED – to re- take the writing portion only.........$ 2.50 Parking Fine............................................................$ 5.00 Graduation – Cap, Gown and Tassel ............≈ $ 30.00 Graduation – Diploma Cost ............................. $ 10.00 Graduation – Associate Degree Hood ..........≈ $ 30.00 Optional Student Accident Insurance ................$ 2.00 ( per semester) Placement Fee for Retesting $ 3.00 Library Fines: per day for overdue books ...................................$ .10 per day for overdue videos..................................$ 1.00 per page for personal printing ............................$ .10 per page for photocopies .....................................$ .10 replacement library card ....................................$ 1.00 Test proctoring ( nonstudents) .......................... $ 20.00 Nursing Admissions Testing ............................. $ 25.00 Professional Liability Insurance ( Nursing and Medical Assisting) – annual fee ........................ $ 16.00 Nursing Badge Replacement ............................. $ 50.00 Nursing Math Test .................................................$ 4.00 Course Specific Fees Many courses have special fees associated with them. These are listed in the Course Description sec-tion with the applicable course. * Fees are subject to change upon approval of the College Board of Trustees. Tuition rates are subject to change by action of the N. C. General Assembly. ■ ■ Early Registration for Students Enrolled full- time degree- seeking students are encouraged to register early for the next semester to obtain seats in desired courses. See Academic Calen-dar for specific dates. ■ ■ Student Payment Plan For $ 25 per semester, students may spread the cost of their tuition and fees over a four month period without interest charges by individually contracting with Nelnet. Consult the Student Center for details. ■ ■ Refund Policies 1. A refund shall not be made except under the following circumstances: a. A 100 percent refund shall be made if the stu-dent officially withdraws prior to the first day of classes of the academic semester or term as noted in the College calendar. Also, a student is eligible for a 100 percent refund if the class in which the student is officially registered is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. b. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the stu-dent officially withdraws from the class prior to or on the official 10 percent point of the term. c. For classes beginning at times other than the first week ( seven calendar days) of the semes-ter, a 100 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to the first class meeting. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to or on the 10 percent point of the class. 16 www. cravencc. edu Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships d. A 100 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from a contact hour class prior to the first day of class of the academic semester or term or if the college cancels the class. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from a contact hour class on or before the tenth calendar day of the class. 2. To comply with applicable federal regulations regarding refunds, federal regulation will supersede the state refund regulations stated in this rule. 3. Where a student, having paid the required tuition for a semester dies during that term ( prior to or on the last day of examinations of the College the student was attending), all tuition and fees for that semester may be refunded to the estate of the deceased. 4. For a class which the College collects receipts which are not required to be deposited into the State Treasury account, the College shall adopt local refund policies. Refund policies are determined by NCCCS, and dates are published in the course schedules each semester and on the college’s Web site: www. cravencc. edu/ admissions/ tuition. cfm For additional information about refunds, contact the Business Office staff at 638- 7268. Title IV Federal Refund Policy Title IV Federal Financial Aid students who with-draw or stop attending the college during the first 60% of the semester will have their financial aid recalculated according to the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, 34 CFR part 668.22. Some grant recipients may owe repayment to both the institution and the Federal government as the result of this recalculation. ■ ■ Withdrawal from Course( s) Students who receive financial aid from any of the following sources: Federal Programs ( Title IV)- Pell Grant, Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant ( SEOG), Federal Family Education Loans and State Grants may be responsible for repaying a portion of their aid if they drop or stop attending classes during the refund period. Withdrawal from classes may also affect eligibility for financial aid for the following semester or aca-demic year. Students will be notified if monies are due the College. ■ ■ Financial Indebtedness Any student who fails to resolve any outstanding debt to the college ( i. e. tuition, bookstore, library fees, parking fine, graduation, promissory note, financial aid, equipment, supplies debt, or any other required payment) will not be permitted to register or receive graduation diplomas, academic or financial aid transcripts. In addition, past due accounts will be turned over for collection through the NC Dept. of Revenue’s Setoff Department program, through the State Employees Debt Collection Act and a collec-tion agency. www. cravencc. edu 17 Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships ■ ■ Financial Aid A variety of financial aid options are available to Craven Community College students. Eligibility for these programs depends on the student’s academic progress, family income and assets. Due to the length of processing time, applicants are encouraged to submit necessary paperwork as early as possible for financial aid consideration. Please do not wait to be formally accepted by Craven Community College before applying for aid. The priority deadline for processing financial aid paperwork for fall semester is June1. The College’s Financial Aid Office is available to assist students in researching and applying for finan-cial aid and for assistance with completing a FAFSA. General Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for financial aid at Craven Commu-nity College, a student must: • be officially admitted • be a U. S. citizen or eligible noncitizen • meet the minimum academic criteria specified for each financial aid program ( see “ Academic Progress” in this section) • not be in default of any prior student loan or owe monies to any Federal Student Aid Program. • be enrolled in an eligible degree program • have a valid Social Security number ( unless from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, or the Repub-lic of Palau). • demonstrate financial need ( except for unsub-sidized Stafford Loan. • be a high school graduate or have a General Education Development ( GED) certificate or pass an exam approved by the U. S. Depart-ment of Education. • not have a drug conviction for an offence that occurred while receiving federal student aid ( such as grants, loans, or work- study). • be registered with Selective Service if you are a male and 18 to 25 years of age ( go to www. sss. gov for more information). For federal financial aid programs, an applicant must meet one of the following conditions in order to be considered an independent for the 2010- 2011 academic year: • be born before January 1, 1987 • be a veteran of the U. S. Armed Forces • be married • be an orphan or a ward of the court, or have been a ward of the court until age 18 • be enrolled in a graduate or professional edu-cational program • have legal dependents ( other than a spouse or children) who receive more than one- half their support from you • be currently serving on active duty in the U. S. Armed Forces • have children who receive more than one- half of their support from you • in foster care since turning age 13 • currenty or in post, student was an emanci-pated minor • currently or was in a legal guardianship • currently homeless or at rish of being homeless How to Apply In order to apply for financial aid, a student must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA). Students must file the FAFSA electronically by visit-ing www. fafsa. ed. gov. There is no fee with this appli-cation. Early Fall semester applicants with need, who file before March 1, will receive first consideration for campus- based aid programs, which are subject to funding limitations. Late applications are placed on a waiting list throughout the year. A student may receive one source of aid or a combination of federal and state aid. However, the amount of aid received is limited by the student’s educational cost, family contribution and aid availability. If selected for veri-fication, the student and family must provide docu-mentation of all 2009 taxable income ( signed copies of 1040, 1040A or 1040EZ; with W- 2’ s) and non-taxable income ( disability, child support, etc.). All non- taxable income information provided should be representative of the last calendar year ( 2009 for the 2010- 2011 aid year). 18 www. cravencc. edu Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships Transfer Students Craven Community College encourages all trans-fer students to seek a credit evaluation of course work taken at prior institutions in order to determine if they have satisfied the necessary academic progress criteria to qualify for financial aid. Summer Sessions Please contact the Financial Aid Office for further information and requirements for summer aid. Regulations Governing Federal Assistance Students who receive financial aid must attend all courses for which they are registered during a semes-ter to receive funds. If the Financial Aid Office learns that a student never attended or stopped attending a particular course ( or courses), that student’s finan-cial aid may be affected. ■ ■ Financial Aid Programs Federal Pell Grant The Federal Pell Grant provides grants ranging from $ 400 to $ 5,350 per year to all eligible applicants. * Students must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA) at www. fafsa. ed. gov after Jan. 1. The application should list Craven Community College ( code 008086) as one of the colleges. The Financial Aid Office will receive the information electronically in order to determine eligibility for all Federal Aid. Although the federal government allows the FAFSA to be filed by June 30, 2010, the receipt of a valid result must be on file with the Craven Com-munity College Financial Aid Office by the student’s last day of class. For students required to take developmental courses, federal aid funds will only pay for 30 credits attempted of developmental study. Students holding baccalaureate degrees are ineligible for the Federal Pell Grant, but must file the FAFSA to receive other aid consideration. * Subject to change. ■ ■ Other Federal Financial Aid Federal Supplementary Education Opportunity Grant ( SEOG) High- need students may be eligible to receive Federal SEOG grants of $ 1,200 per year. Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree are not eligible. FAFSA is required and funding is limited. Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant ( ACG) PELL recipients who graduated high school after January 2005 with a rigorous diploma may be eligible for the Academic Competitiveness Grant. This award is based on year in college along with academic grades. FAFSA required. Federal College Work- Study ( FCWS) Eligible students may work part- time while in college to help defray their educational cost. Salary starts at $ 7.25 per hour ( subject to change) for 10 to 20 hours of work per week. FAFSA is required and funding is limited. Federal Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford Loans/ Direct Loans Students in their first year may borrow up to a maximum of $ 5,500 for dependent students and $ 9,500 for independent students per academic year. Students who are considered to be in their “ sopho-more” year may borrow up to a maximum of $ 6,500 for dependent students and $ 10,500 for independent students. The amount for which a student is eligible is lim-ited by the student’s educational costs minus other aid received. FAFSA is required. Students who receive funds on or after July 1, 2010 will have a fixed interest rate of 4.5% ( subject to change each July). An origination fee of 3% may be deducted by the bank for each loan received. An additional insurance fee of up to 1% may also be deducted by the bank. Repayment begins six months after a student grad-uates, leaves school or drops below half- time, with approximately 10 years to repay the loan. In addition, regulations mandate that an entrance interview be given to students prior to disbursement of loan funds and an exit interview be given before a student grad-uates, leaves school or drops below half- time study. www. cravencc. edu 19 Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships Should a Stafford Loan borrower’s attendance drop below six credits, any subsequent loan disbursements will be cancelled. Students who later re- enroll will be required to reapply for further loan consideration. Loan information is subject to change. Please see the financial aid Web page at www. cravencc. edu for most current information and procedures. Comple-tion of FAFSA is required each year. Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students ( PLUS) Parents ( of dependent students) may apply for a Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students ( PLUS) at a fixed interest rate of 8.5% for loans disbursed after July 1, 2008. Repayment begins 60 days after receipt of the loan check; however, defer-ral provisions are available. The maximum loan is based upon the cost of education minus any other aid received. FAFSA is required. Parents must sub-mit a PLUS request form to the Financial Aid Office. An origination fee of 3% is deducted proportionately from each loan disbursement. Note: An additional insurance fee of up to 1% may also be deducted. See the financial aid Web page at www. cravencc. edu for most current information and procedures. Veterans Benefits Eligible veterans and dependents of disabled or deceased veterans are invited to take advantage of the College’s educational offerings. The College cooper-ates with the Department of Veterans’ affairs ( DVA) and the North Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs in assisting eligible veterans/ dependents with their education benefits. Most curriculum courses are approved for veteran training, as well as the Gen-eral Education Development ( GED) Certificate and the Adult High School Diploma Programs ( AHSD). The VA Coordinator in the Student Center will assist veterans and their dependents through the process of acquiring benefits. Vocational Rehabilitation Any physically handicapped student may be eli-gible for assistance through the Federal Vocational Rehabilitation program. In order to qualify, a stu-dent must have a mental or physical disability which is a handicap to employment. There must also be a reasonable expectation that as a result of voca-tional rehabilitation services, the person can become gainfully employed. Each rehabilitation program is designed individually with the student. The amount of the award is based on need and the type of program in which the student is enrolled. It generally pays for tuition, fees, some books and sup-plies and in some cases, for supportive services such as transportation and interpreter services. To apply, the student must contact the Vocational Rehabilitation office nearest the student’s home, or contact the North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, P. O. Box 26053, 805 Ruggles Drive, Raleigh, NC 27611- 6053 or call ( 919) 733- 3364. Academic Progress Standards – Federal Programs The federal government has established satisfac-tory academic progress standards for the following Title IV federal student aid programs: Pell Grant, subsidized loan, unsubsidized loan, SEOG, ACG and college work- study. Satisfactory academic progress requirements are monitored at the end of every enrollment period, once a student has attempted twelve ( 12) credit hours. The requirements are: 1. Maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0. 2. Pass two thirds ( 67%) of all course work attempted. Course work attempted includes withdrawals, automatic withdrawals, incom-pletes, repeated courses and courses taken at CCC prior to the receipt of Federal Student Aid. Developmental course work or courses taken at another institution do not count toward courses attempted or passed. 3. Complete degree requirements within 150% of the published program length. All course work accepted for credit in the program of study will count toward the maximum. Stu-dents who exceed the maximum time frame will not be eligible for any additional Federal Student Aid. Students enrolled in all associate degree programs are allowed a total of 97 credits attempted. Total credits attempted is defined as all credits attempted at Craven Community College after the drop/ add period, including withdrawals, repeated coursework, incompletes, failed courses, medical withdrawals and any transfer credits accepted toward your degree. 20 www. cravencc. edu Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships ** Minimum credits accumulated is defined as all credits passed at Craven Community College and any transfer credits accepted toward a degree. *** Developmental coursework and accepted trans-fer credits are not calculated in the CGPA ( Cumula-tive Grade Point Average). Appeal Process/ Reinstatement of Federal Aid Eligibility Based upon mitigating circumstances, students may be granted exceptions to the College’s satisfac-tory academic progress policy. To apply for an excep-tion, students must: • Submit a letter requesting reinstatement of Federal aid eligibility to the Director of Financial Aid. • Submit documentation ( doctor’s note, police report, social services report, obituary, etc.) with their request Students will be notified in writing if an exception has been granted or denied. ■ ■ State Aid North Carolina Student Incentive Grant ( NCSIG) NCSIG funds are made available through the North Carolina State Education Assistance Author-ity. Eligible students who are legal residents of North Carolina, demonstrate substantial financial need, meet the eligibility requirements and are enrolled full time may be considered for this program. Stu-dents must complete the Free Application for Fed-eral Student Aid ( FAFSA) by the state’s published deadline, usually March 15 for North Carolina. The amount of each grant will be based on the individual student’s demonstrated financial need in relation to resources and cost of attendance. Academic Competitiveness Grant ( ACG) An Academic Competitiveness Grant will provide up to $ 750 for the first year of undergraduate study and up to $ 1,300 for the second year of undergradu-ate study to students enrolled at least half- time, who are eligible for a Federal Pell Grant and who had suc-cessfully completed a rigorous high school program, as determined by the state or local education agency and recognized by the Secretary of Education. Second year students must also have maintained a cumulative grade point average ( GPA) of at least 3.0. The program will be available for the first time for the 2006- 07 school year for first year students who graduated from high school after January 1, 2006 and for second year students who graduated from high school after January 1, 2005. The Academic Competitiveness Grant award is in addition to the Pell Grant award. North Carolina Community College Grant ( NCCCG) The North Carolina Community College Grant is a need- based grant established to help meet the educational costs of NC residents attending com-munity colleges. The student must be a NC resident, be enrolled at least half time ( 6 credit hours), be enrolled in an eligible curriculum program, must be meeting the Satisfactory Academic Progress require-ments and must be meeting the Federal Pell eligibil-ity requirements ( except for the EFC requirement) established by the federal government. This grant does not have to be repaid. To qualify, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid by the published deadline and list a NC Com-munity College as one of the top three choices of institutions. Annual awards will be made based on student’s established need and enrollment status. North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship ( ELS) The North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship was created by the 2005 General Assembly to provide financial assistance to NC students with need. It is available for students in UNC campuses, Commu-nity College Campuses, and non- profit College Cam-puses where students currently receive state aid. The grant is available in fall 2007. To be eligible for this grant, students must be undergraduate NC residents enrolled at least half- time. Students must meet all Pell Grant eligibility rules and have an expected fam-ily contribution ( EFC) less than or equal to $ 5,000. Education Access Rewards NC Scholars Fund Program ( EARN Program) The EARN Grant is for NC residents classified as dependents for purposes of eligibility for federal financial aid. They must have completed high school or home school, received a GED or AHSD within seven months of starting college. The student must be Pell eligible and enrolled full- time ( 12 or more www. cravencc. edu 21 Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships credit hours). The total family income must not exceed 200% of the applicable federal poverty guide-line for the student’s family size under the poverty guidelines published annually by the federal Depart-ment of Health and Human Services. The maximum time frame for receiving the grant is two academic years. Funding for this program is determined by the State each year. Child Care Program The North Carolina General Assembly appropri-ates funds for child care services for student parents in community colleges. This is approved for a year at the time only. Single parents receive first prior-ity. Applicants must have demonstrated financial need, be enrolled at least half time in a college trans-fer, technical or vocational degree or diploma pro-gram at Craven Community College and be willing to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Applicants must not be receiving child care funds from the Department of Social Services. Child care must be provided by a legal child care provider. Interested students must complete a Child Care Program application and submit a copy of their noti-fication from the Department of Social Services, documenting their application status. Students must also maintain satisfactory academic progress accord-ing to Craven Community College. Craven Community College Scholarships The College Foundation offers a variety of scholar-ships, grants- in- aid and financial awards established for entering, returning and graduating students. See the accompanying grid for a listing of scholarships, grants and awards. The College’s scholarships are awarded annually by the Scholarship and Financial Assistance Com-mittee ( except where noted). Recipients of these scholarships are selected based upon donor criteria which could include: demonstrated financial need, academic achievement, faculty recommendations and the availability of scholarship funds ( see scholar-ship grid). All scholarship forms ( Entering Freshmen Scholarships, President’s Scholarships, Return-ing Student Scholarships) are available after Jan. 15 from the College Web site or the Financial Aid Office. Applicants are encouraged to apply for scholarships online at www. cravencc. edu. A student needs to file only one application for a given category of scholarship ( one application will submit the student’s name for consideration for all of the entering scholarships). Students awarded scholarships based upon recommenda-tions of faculty departments and/ or by the Com-mittee on Scholarship and Financial Assistance will be notified in June. 22 www. cravencc. edu Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships ■ ■ Scholarship Opportunities ( FT = Students enrolled in 12 hours or more; PT = Students enrolled in fewer than 12 hours) Area of Study Need Based Grade Based Student Type Other Requirements Name of Scholarship Business X X FT Enrolled in general business or business related curriculum; NC resident; interest in further education Robert L. Hanson Scholarship Criminal Justice X FT Resident of Jones, Craven or Pamlico County; does not include BLET Fraternal Order of Police Tri- County Lodge # 2 Education X FT Graduate of Craven County school; Second yr education major with plans to transfer to a four year school in Education New Bern/ Craven County Retired School Personnel Education X FT Craven County high school graduate; resident/ citizen of North Carolina; preference given to education majors Ruth Gold Endowment Education X FT Upcoming sophomore in degree or associate degree in education Selma B. Crofton Electronic or Electrical X X FT/ PT Enrolled in electronic and/ or electrical fields at least 6 credit hours; NC resident; interest in further education Olin E. Finch and T. Earl Finch Scholarship Medical X FT NC resident; interest in transfer to a four year institution in a medical field Millns Endowment Scholarship Nursing X X FT/ PT Completed three terms of ADN Program; enrolled at least 9 credit hours/ semester; behavioral characteristics Craven/ Pamlico/ Jones Medical Auxiliary Scholarship Nursing X FT/ PT Completed two semesters of ADN program; NC resident; enrolled at least 9 credit hrs/ semester D. Livingston Stallings Scholarship Nursing X X FT/ PT Enrolled at least 9 credit hours in nursing curriculum; interest in further education/ patient care Janet MacDonald Coats Scholarship Technical/ Vocational X X FT/ PT Enrolled in technical/ vocational area at least 9 credit hrs/ semester; NC resident; interest in further education Thurman E. Brock Scholarship Technical X X FT In second year of a technical degree; scholastic promise Wachovia Technical Scholarship Any X FT/ PT Female/ non traditional student; completed 12 semester hrs successfully; interest in bachelor’s degree American Association of University Women Any X X FT/ PT Female student; resident of Craven or Pamlico County; second year student Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Any X X FT/ PT NC resident, single mother, enrolled at least 9 credit hours; interest in further education Constance Newton Lupton Memorial Any X FT Graduating senior from a Craven County high school Craven Community College Foundation Any Craven County resident and CCC graduate accepted to a baccalaureate degree program Craven County Endowment Scholarship ( Transfer) www. cravencc. edu 23 Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships Area of Study Need Based Grade Based Student Type Other Requirements Name of Scholarship Any X FT Craven County resident w/ no more than 76 hrs at CCC; in degree/ diploma program Craven County Scholarship Endowment Any X X FT/ PT NC resident; interest in further education Elliott A. and Clara F. Bennett Scholarship Any X FT/ PT Citizen/ resident of NC; consideration given but not limited to students interested in nursing and/ or battered spouse and/ or volunteer at a hospital and/ or student with grown children Evelyn Newsome Saunders Scholarship Any X X FT Member or dependent of member of First Flight Credit Union. First Flight Credit Union Scholarship Any X FT Resident of NC and Craven County; college or community involvement James B Stocks Scholarship Any X X FT/ PT Income under $ 25,000 annually; resident of Craven County Johnnie Sampson, Jr. Scholarship Foundation Any X X FT/ PT Graduating senior from a Craven County high school; resident of Craven; involvement in community service activities Kiwanis Club Scholarship Any X X FT/ PT NC resident; interest in further education Mary Dale Bender Scholarship Any X X FT NC resident; interest in further education Mike D. and Linda P. Jones Scholarship Any X FT/ PT Child, grandchild or great grandchild of chapter 808, NARFE or another NARFE chapter or federal retiree or active federal employee or any deserving student who qualifies for financial aid National Active and Retired Federal Employees ( NARFE) Any X FT/ PT Craven County resident at least 2 yrs; local high school graduate or student at CCC enrolled at least 6 credit hours New Bern Rotary Club Any X X FT/ PT Completed at least one year in program of study New Bern Woman’s Club, Margaret Creech Scholarship Any X X FT Graduate of NC high school in Associate degree, diploma or certificate program; resident of NC; continues at the college for duration of the scholarship; is not an employee or family member of an employee or Director of the SECU or its Foundation State Employees’ Credit Union Foundation Scholarship Any X FT Current graduate of Craven County high school; resident and citizen of NC Tia McClendon Scholarship Any X FT NC resident; interest in college transfer to four yr institiution Fred and Florence Woodruff Endowment Scholarship 24 www. cravencc. edu Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships Area of Study Need Based Grade Based Student Type Other Requirements Name of Scholarship Any X X FT/ PT Female within 2 years of reaching educational goal; has had at least 24 months as a nonstudent in adult life P. E. O. Program for Continuing Education Scholarship Accounting/ Business Admin. X X FT/ PT Enrolled in Accounting or Business Administration; not eligible for federal assistance CCC Business Office Scholarship Any X X FT NC resident; interest in further education Trawick H. Stubbs Endowment Any X X FT/ PT NC resident; enrolled in at least 9 hours; interest in further education Scott and Lisa Ralls Leadership Endowment www. cravencc. edu 25 Advising & Registration ■ ■ Advising Services The Student Center at the New Bern Campus pro-vides information, advising, and registration assis-tance for all students at the College. All students should periodically visit the Center to review their progress towards their educational goals or to seek assistance in all aspects of the college experience. Students are encouraged to seek the assistance of the advising staff for any academic, career, or per-sonal concerns that might arise. Advising sessions are confidential. It is not necessary to make an appoint-ment to see an advisor. In situations where counsel-ing is required, advisors will assist with appropriate referrals. Advising services are available at both the New Bern and Havelock campuses during the following hours: New Bern Campus – Student Center Havelock Campus – Redd Building Monday – Thursday 7: 30 a. m. - 7: 00 p. m. Friday – 7: 30 a. m. – 5: 00 p. m. Summer hours may vary. ■ ■ Registration The academic year is composed of two semesters— Fall and Spring— each of which consists of 16 instruc-tional weeks. Shorter sessions, including fourteen week and eight week sessions are also provided for students. Summer session courses are a minimum of eight weeks. Registration occurs according to the Academic Calendar, typically one month prior to the semes-ter start. Students may make an appointment to talk with an advisor to develop an educational plan. A payment plan for tuition and fees is available in Student Services. Students meeting certain criteria may register online through WebAdvisor, an online portal for students to register, to check grades and to locate course information. Students are encour-aged to register early to have a better selection of course offerings. Once enrolled in courses, students may drop or add courses according to the Academic Calendar. Students will not be able to register for a class after the class has begun. To register: 1. Complete the Application. 2. Take the Placement Test ( new students) or see an Advisor ( currently enrolled students). 3. Visit Financial Aid if seeking financial assistance. 4. Select courses based on your Program of Study. 5. Register for classes. 6. Pay tuition and fees or make arrangements to participate in the Payment Plan through the Student Center. Student E- mail Each student registered with the College receives a student e- mail account, which is the college’s official means for contacting students. Information critical to student success and academic standing is commu-nicated through this means. Students are responsible for regularly checking their e- mail account. Credit Load Students should enroll in the number of courses that will allow for successful completion. In general, students should plan on spending one hour of study outside the scheduled classroom time for each hour of credit awarded in a course. Semester hour credit is awarded as follows: one semester hour of credit for each hour per week of class lecture, one semes-ter hour of credit for each two or three hours per week of laboratory work depending on the type of laboratory, and one semester hour of credit for each ten hours of cooperative education work experience. See Course Descriptions for particular course credit information. Prerequisites A prerequisite course is one that must be completed prior to registration for another course. Course pre-requisites are listed in this Catalog directly under the course description. Check the Catalog carefully prior to attempting to register for a class. All prerequisites must be met prior to beginning a course although prerequisites can be in progress when a student registers. 26 www. cravencc. edu Advising & Registration Corequisites A corequisite is a course that must be completed at the same time as another course. Course corequisites are listed in the Course Description section of this Catalog. Auditing a Course Students wishing to audit courses must complete a Permit to Audit form and be registered for the course. The audit student receives no course credit; however, students auditing classes may participate in class projects, class work, class discussions, and take examinations. In the event of limited classroom space, priority for a classroom seat must go to the student enrolled for credit. A change from audit to credit is permitted only during the registration period. Students may change a course from credit to audit through the last day to withdraw. ( See the Academic Calendar for date.) Procedures for changing credit to audit during reg-istration period. 1. Obtain a Permit to Audit Courses form in Student Services. 2. Complete the Permit to Audit Courses form and have Financial Aid sign the audit form ( Financial Aid can be affected by this change). 3. Submit the completed form to Student Ser-vices. Students may change a course from credit to an audit through the last day to withdraw. NOTICE: Financial Aid and Veterans’ Benefits are not available for audited courses. Repeating a Course Students may repeat a course as many times neces-sary to receive a passing grade. Students who audit or receive a passing grade may repeat a course twice ( 2) times. Each attempt will be recorded, and all grades will be reflected on the transcript. The high-est grade will be used to calculate a cumulative grade point average. No course may be counted more than once toward graduation. Students who receive trans-fer credit for a course may repeat it twice. Students will not receive veterans benefits or financial aid for repeating a course for which they have already passed or received transfer credit. Military students will not receive tuition assis-tance for courses previously covered by tuition assistance. If a student wishes to retake a previously passed course more than three times for personal benefit or otherwise, the student must pay the actual cost of the course, based on the current rate for self- supporting courses ( this cost is at a higher tuition rate). Students planning to transfer to other colleges or universities should note that these institutions may include all course attempts when calculating their grade point averages for admissions purposes, and may not honor this school’s computations. ■ ■ Withdrawals Student Course Withdrawal After registration, students cannot add classes, but may withdraw from a course through the last day to withdraw from class ( see the Academic Calendar). This procedure must be completed before students miss 20% of the class meetings or 10% of class meet-ings for developmental courses. Withdrawal from a course can affect financial aid awards, but does not affect a student’s grade point average. A student should first talk to the instructor and advisor to see if there is any way to remain in the course. If not, the student must ( 1) complete a Registration Change Form, ( 2) have an advisor sign the form, and ( 3) sub-mit the form to Student Services. Instructor/ Course Withdrawal Faculty may elect to withdraw a student from class for excessive absences. See individual course syllabus for faculty expectation for attendance. Official Withdrawal from the College To withdraw from all of the current semester’s courses, a student must complete the college with-drawal form found in the Student Center. The stu-dent should discuss withdrawing with an advisor. Students’ financial aid and future academic records may be affected by a withdrawal and should be dis-cussed with a Financial Aid professional. www. cravencc. edu 27 Advising & Registration Course Substitution Under extenuating circumstances, a student may request approval of a course substitution to comply with a required course in the relevant Program of Study. Course substitution requires final approval by the appropriate Academic Dean; the form can be obtained from an advisor or Academic Dean. Cancellation of Classes The College reserves the right to cancel any class due to insufficient enrollment, limitation of funds, lack of qualified staff availability, or lack of physical facilities. Students enrolled in cancelled classes will be notified and will have an opportunity to register for available courses. Students should be sure that the College has a current phone number and home address and that they regularly check their student e- mail account. Change of Program Students seeking a change of program should com-plete a Request for Change of Program form obtained from the Student Services or an advisor. The change shall be effective at the beginning of the next semes-ter, or later, as specified by the student. A student’s grade point average will not be recalculated when a student changes his/ her program. A complete listing of the programs of study for all college transfer degrees, applied degrees and the gen-eral education degree can be found in this Catalog. Parking Permits All students are required to obtain and properly display a parking permit. Parking permits and Cam-pus Parking Rules and Regulations are available from Student Services and the Havelock office. Short- term parking for visitors to the New Bern campus is avail-able adjacent to the Brock Administration Building and to the Havelock campus adjacent to the Redd building. Eligibility for a handicapped parking space generally requires display of the Handicapped Placard from the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles. Applications for the Handicapped Placard are avail-able from the office of the Campus Security. ■ ■ GRADUATION Eligibility for graduation is based on the following criteria: • The minimum number of course credit hours prescribed in the program of study has been completed. A student receiving an Associate Degree must complete a minimum of 25 per-cent of the respective program credit hours at Craven Community College. • All courses have been completed with a cumulative quality point average of at least 2.0. • All graduation requirements have been met within three years from the last term enrolled as a Craven Community College student. • All financial obligations to the College have been met. Graduation Application It is the responsibility of the student to make appli-cation for graduation. Students should see an advisor to confirm that requirements have been met. Gradu-ation applications are filed with the Registrar. ( See Academic Calendar for dates). The student may pur-chase his/ her cap and gown in the campus bookstore and pay their diploma fee in the College Business Office. ( All Graduation Fees are nonrefundable.) 28 www. cravencc. edu Advising & Registration www. cravencc. edu 29 Student Services & Learning Support Craven Community College is committed to pro-viding students an opportunity to be successful in their educational goals. A wide variety of learning support systems are available to assist students. ■ ■ Academic Skills Center An Academic Skills Center ( ASC) is located on both campuses. The Jane Moore Stubbs ASC on the New Bern Campus is located in Barker Hall. The Havelock ASC is located in the Redd Building. Both campuses have a Computer Lab, Writing Lab, and Math Lab. The Centers offer workshops on special topics and assist student with special needs. Students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the rich resources available to assist in their learning. The Computer Lab offers a wide range of tutorial software, word processing programs, and research materials. Knowledgeable student assistants are available. The Math Lab and Writing Lab are staffed by instructors and advanced students who can offer assistance with any level of math or writing. Make- up Exams are administered per instructor guidelines. A Student Help Desk is available for Blackboard and technical support in the ASC during college operating hours when classes are in session. New Bern ASC Hours ( Fall and Spring) Monday – Thursday 8 a. m. to 7 p. m. Friday 8 a. m. to 5 p. m. Havelock ASC Hours Monday – Thursday 8 a. m. to 7 p. m. Friday 8 a. m. to 5 p. m. Summer hours vary. ■ ■ Disability Services The College is committed to working with students with different learning styles and those with docu-mented learning disabilities. If a student believes that disability- related issues have affected or may affect academic progress, he/ she may voluntarily supply documentation about the disability and its specific impact on educational experiences to the Academic Skills Center Director. If the student supplies such documentation, the Col-lege will keep it confidential and use it only as part of efforts to increase access by individuals with disabili-ties in accordance with ADA mandates. If a student chooses not to supply this information, he/ she will not be eligible for accommodations. Because each individual situation and each service, program, and activity are different, accommodation decisions are made on a case- by- case basis. It is the College’s policy to afford disabled persons every rea-sonable opportunity to receive the benefits and ser-vices provided by the College and to succeed. The College strives to keep the lines of communication open between students with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation and those instructors and other College personnel who are responsible for the services, programs, and activities. ■ ■ Library Both the New Bern Campus and the Havelock Campus offer library resources to meet the curricular and instructional needs of Craven Community Col-lege students, faculty, and staff, and the informational and leisure needs of the community as a whole. The library provides a number of resources and services including electronic resources, a teacher resource center, computer lab, wireless internet access, and laptops that can be checked out for use in the library. Users may also arrange to get materials from other institutions through our interlibrary loan system. Additional resources are available online through the library’s Web site: www. cravencc. edu/ educational/ learningresources. cfm. Affiliation with the college is not required for library usage. Anyone who lives in Craven County and is over the age of 18 may apply for a library card and borrow items. 30 www. cravencc. edu Student Services & Learning Support ■ ■ Orientation All new students are invited to participate in an orientation session prior to the start of the semes-ter. Students are encouraged to participate in these opportunities to become acquainted with the Col-lege, its resources, services, people, and facilities. ■ ■ Student Activities While academics are of primary importance at the College, learning and development outside the class-room is also critical. For that reason, participation in student organizations is encouraged. Students wish-ing to join a club should contact the faculty advisor for that club. Names of club advisors can be obtained in Student Services or the college web site. All stu-dent organizations must be approved by the admin-istration and the Student Government Association ( SGA). Each organization must meet and adhere to the criteria and procedures established by the admin-istration and SGA. The following are active clubs. • Accounting Club – The objectives of the CCC Accounting Club shall be ( 1) to provide the opportunity for leadership training and professional development ( 2) to serve on the campus and in the community ( 3) to encour-age participation in group activities ( 4) to promote good fellowship and high scholarship and ( 5) to promote the adoption and applica-tion of high social, business, and professional standards. • Alumni Association – The Alumni Associa-tion gives its members an opportunity ( 1) to advance the growth and development of the College, ( 2) to enhance their personal, educational, and professional development as well as that of other alumni, and ( 3) to estab-lish, promote, and maintain mutual benefits through relationships with the college com-munity and its alumni. • Associate Degree Nursing Club ( ADN) – the purpose of the Club shall be the promotion of scholarship, the development leadership, and the promotion of service and the cultivation of fellowship among members. Any student enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing pro-gram may be a member of the Club. • Automotive Technology Club – The purpose of the Automotive Technology Club is ( 1) to promote professional competency among students who are training to be automo-tive technicians, ( 2) to research, coordinate, and provide opportunities for educational field trips to observe and learn about various aspects of the automotive industry, ( 3) to host guest speakers/ instructors from the automo-tive industry in order to become informed about current trends and new products, and ( 4) to assist club members in finding indus-try- related jobs within the local area. • Bible Club – The Craven Community College Bible Club is a non- denominational gathering of students who desire to study the Holy Bible and apply it to their daily lives. The purpose of the club is to promote an understanding of the Bible, influence unity and morality among students and faculty, and to offer positive contributions toward academic achievement, overall success and well- being. • Book Society ( A) – The purpose of the A Book Society is to discuss books and spread the appreciation of and for literature while taking part in community service that is somehow related to literature. • Business and Banking Club – The purpose of the Business and Banking Club is ( 1) to pro-vide the opportunity for leadership training in service, ( 2) to serve on the campus and in the community, ( 3) to encourage participation in group activities, and ( 4) to promote good fellowship and high scholarship. • CCC Ambassadors – The CCC Ambassadors are an honorary group of students who have been nominated by faculty and staff to repre-sent the College at special events on campus and in the community. • Campus Activities Board ( CAB) – CAB is the College’s programming board caters to the entire student body. Members aid in the selec-tion entertainment, food and much more. Many of the events supported by CAB are traditional, such as Welcome Week, Fall Fest, AOD Week and Spring Fling. However, new ideas are happily accepted and can be planned by the board’s recommendations. CAB meets weekly. www. cravencc. edu 31 Student Services & Learning Support • Communications Club – The Commu-nication Club purpose is to ( 1) promote print communications at Craven Com-munity College ( 2) to provide an oppor-tunity for club members serve together productively, and ( 3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the faculty and students. • Craven Early College Club ( CEC) – The purpose of the CEC Club shall be ( 1) to promote teamwork and leadership qualities ( 2) to promote professional competency ( 3) to raise awareness of CEC and it’s educational vision, mission, and goals ( 4) to provide an opportunity for club members to serve together produc-tively and ( 5) to provide structure for the development of academic, social, athletic, fiscal, and service projects. • Criminal Justice Society – The purpose of the Criminal Justice Society is ( 1) to enhance the image of the College, ( 2) to increase the community awareness of the criminal justice system, ( 3) to provide association for the criminal justice stu-dents, and ( 4) to promote a sense of unity and academic support. • Encore! – is Craven Community Col-lege’s singing ambassadors and the group of students performs throughout the community. • Fine Arts Club – The purpose of the Fine Arts Club is ( 1) to promote professional competency, ( 2) to provide an oppor-tunity for members to serve together productively, and ( 3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the faculty and students. • Fitness Health and Wellness ( FHW) – The club objective is ( 1) to serve as a sup-port organization for students that would like to become more educated about full body fitness and healthy eating ( 2) to help students enjoy themselves through divers ways of becoming fit and ( 3) to build not only fit people but also healthy relation-ships that last a lifetime. Club Motto: Fit Together— Building fit people and healthy relationships. • Forensics Society - The purpose of the Forensics Society is ( 1) to promote pro-fessional competency in public speaking, ( 2) to provide an opportunity for mem-bers to serve the College and community in forensic activity, and ( 3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the speech faculty and students. • The Forum Club – at Craven Com-munity College strives to promote and enhance awareness through documenta-ries about social, economic, and political issues. It provides a forum in which bal-anced discussions can take place between students and the community at large. We also provide social events such as Contra Dancing to bring students and the com-munity together for dancing / entertain-ment in a safe and fun environment. • Havelock Student Association – The purpose of the Havelock Student Asso-ciation shall be ( 1) to promote student activities on the Havelock campus and ( 2) to promote more communication and cooperation between the New Bern Cam-pus and Havelock Campus. • History Club – The purpose of the club shall be to promote a better understand-ing of history’s cultures and historical events. • International Club – The purpose do the Club shall be ( 1) to promote an apprecia-tion of International cultures as reflected in art, music, literature, film and other media ( 2) to develop ties with the Inter-national community in and around New Bern as a means of both serving and better understanding such community ( 3) to provide leadership opportunities for its members ( 4) to enhance the language skills of students of the Spanish, French, and German languages through both educational and recreational means ( 5) to assist students in the acquisition of those sills that will best prepare them to func-tion effectively and successfully in the multi- cultural, multi- lingual, competitive marketplace of the 21st century. 32 www. cravencc. edu Student Services & Learning Support • Learning Community Club – The purpose of the Learning Community Club is to ( 1) to promote professional competency, ( 2) to promote teamwork and leadership quali-ties, ( 3) to provide moral support to fellow students, ( 4) to provide an opportunity for team members to serve together productively, and ( 5) to promote better understanding and cooperation between the faculty members and students. • License Practical Nursing Club ( LPN) – The purpose of the Club shall be the promotion of scholarship, the development of leadership, and the promotion of service and cultivation of fellowship among members. • Literary and Arts Society – The purpose of the Literary and Arts Society is to showcase the diverse literary and artistic talents of the Craven Community College students, faculty, alumni, and staff. • Machinists Club – The purpose of the Machinists Club is ( 1) to promote professional competency, ( 2) to provide an opportunity for the members to serve together productively, and ( 3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the faculty and students. • Male Mentoring Empowerment Group ( MMEG) – The purpose of the club shall be ( a) offer workshops and/ or sessions, which will facilitate discussion groups and/ or refer male student’s to receive and exchange infor-mation and provide assistance in several areas ( b) to engender fellowship and camaraderie among members ( c) to retain and support males through the completion of their post-secondary goals ( d) to promote community awareness and involvement. • Multicultural Society – The purpose of the Multicultural Society is ( 1) to develop a better understanding of minority special problems and concerns, ( 2) to develop community awareness of minority issues, and ( 3) to foster among students a better understanding of the vital role minorities play in society. • National Vocational/ Technical Honor Society – The purpose of the National Vocational/ Technical Honor Society is ( 1) to encourage scholastic achievement, skill development, service leadership, citizenship, and individual responsibility, ( 2) to cultivate and champion a stronger, more positive image for work force education in society. • Panthers Baseball Club – The Panthers Baseball Club is the official baseball athletic club team of Craven Community College. All players must be a full- time student and meet the eligibility of the National Club Baseball Association ( NCBA) which is the govern-ing association in which the club plays. Any eligible full- time student is able to try- out for the team in beginning of each semester. • Phi Beta Lambda – The purpose of Phi Beta Lambda ( PBL) is to provide additional oppor-tunities for students to develop vocational competencies for business and office occupa-tions and business teacher education. • Phi Theta Kappa – The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa, a national honor society of two- year colleges, is to promote scholarship, the devel-opment of leadership, and service by cultivating fellowship among qualified students. Each candidate for membership must have a 3.5 GPA. • Rotaract Club – The purpose of the Rotaract organization is to provide an opportunity for young men and women to enhance the knowl-edge and skills that will assist them in personal development, to address the physical and social needs of their communities, ant to promote better relations between all people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service. • Sigma Phi Sigma Sigma – The purpose for this society shall be ( 1) to promote relation-ship building through participation in both on- campus and off- campus activities spon-sored b the Society ( 2) to promote fellowship amongst the Society’s members, fellow stu-dents on campus and within the community ( 3) to provide support for Society members in their pursuit for success in their academic and personal endeavors and ( 4) to motivate students to be successful in both academics and personal endeavors by providing oppor-tunities to develop leadership skills. www. cravencc. edu 33 Student Services & Learning Support • Sign Language Club – The purpose of the Sign Language club is ( 1) to promote under-standing of the hearing impaired community to the students and faculty, ( 2) to provide an opportunity for members to serve together productively, and ( 3) to promote together-ness amongst the entire student/ teacher population. • Student Government Association – The Stu-dent Government Association( SGA) shall be the representative organization of the Student Body of Craven Community College ( the “ College”), and in that capacity shall assure positive communication and promote activi-ties that are in keeping with the best inter-ests of the College and its Student Body. All curriculum students who pay student activity fees of the College, both part- time and full-time, shall be members of the Student Body. Each year new clubs and organizations are formed by students with different interests. Contact the Stu-dent Life Coordinator in the Student Center. ■ ■ Students Rights and Responsibilities The policies and procedures related to students are developed and enforced to ensure that all students have a positive educational experience while attend-ing the college, and that the College operates in a manner that fulfills its mission. Consistent with its educational mission, the College desires to promote student understanding of the balance between indi-vidual privileges and college responsibilities, as well as to provide everyone in the college community a safe environment, conducive to student learning and success. Students are expected to familiarize them-selves and to be accountable for information con-tained in all college publications ( catalog, student handbooks, information provided through student e- mail, course schedules, syllabi etc.) relating to stu-dent responsibilities. In general, all students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that promotes and supports both students’ educational endeavors and objectives of the College. These policies address a number of student- related issues: • Acceptable Use of Technology, • Accommodation of Individuals with Disabilities, • Drug and Alcohol Use, • Sexual and other unlawful Harassment, • Appeal Procedures, • Student Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Policy • Student Appeals for Grades and Discipline • Tobacco Free Campus • Student Grievance Procedure • Governance, and • Publications. Students should view these and other student poli-cies and procedures in their entirety on our Web site at www. cravencc. edu/ about/ policies. cfm# sec. ■ ■ English as a Second Language English as a Second Language is designed to teach immigrants and refugees basic survival skills for our culture and society. Through these classes, they learn to speak, read, and write the English language. They may also study for their citizenship. Advanced stud-ies include preparation for the GED. Distance Edu-cation ( Learn at Home) course work is also available through videos and Internet access. Contact 252- 638- 7265 for more information. Para mayor informacion sobre las clases de Ingles como Segundo Idioma para registrarse, llame. 34 www. cravencc. edu Student Services & Learning Support ■ ■ College and University Visits Four- year college and university representatives schedule visits on campus to talk with students inter-ested in attending their institutions. These visits are scheduled and advertised through Student Services and student e- mail. ■ ■ Career Services Career Services are available in the Student Center. The College is committed to assisting students with career assessment and planning. The establishment of a Career Resource Center is currently underway. ■ ■ Fitness Center A Fitness Center for students and staff is located in the Student Center on the New Bern Campus. Credit wellness and activity classes are offered in the Fit-ness Center along with “ open lab” hours designated throughout the week. Free weights, yoga DVDs, and various exercise equipment are available for use. ■ ■ Food Service Food service is available in the Student Center on the New Bern campus through River Bend Deli. Vending machines are located in the Student Lounges on both campuses and coffee and snacks can be pur-chased in the Bookstore. ■ ■ Bookstore Follett Higher Education Group operates book-stores at both the New Bern campus and the Have-lock campus where students may purchase textbooks, supplies and other items. The Havelock campus has limited service, generally prior to and the first few days of each semester. The cost of textbooks and other materials varies. Students may return books for a refund within seven business days of class. Books purchased after the first day of class may be returned within two business days from the date of the receipt. An appropriate reg-ister receipt must accompany all books returned to the bookstore. Used or damaged books will not be accepted for return. Textbooks for highly enrolled courses are on reserve in the Library for limited use. www. cravencc. edu 35 Academic Information Craven Community College is committed to sup-porting a learning- centered environment that pre-pares students for the 21st century global community in which we live. Faculty are dedicated to student success and high academic standards. ■ Course Syllabi Syllabi act as a contract between the instructor and students and refl ect actual practice in the classroom environment, including attendance expectations, grading practices, and expected learning outcomes. Each faculty member creates course syllabi for all courses taught. Th e syllabus is distributed to students on the fi rst day of class, and lists faculty offi ce hours, times when students may be provided individual assistance by the faculty member. Changes to the ini-tial syllabus must be issued in writing to students. ■ Academic Dishonesty Academic dishonesty is regarded by the College as a breach of academic ethics and deserves consequences. Academic dishonesty includes acts such as cheating, plagiarism, knowingly furnishing false information, forgery, alteration, or any use of identifi cation or other projects with an intent to defraud. Faculty may take action to address cases involving academic dishonesty as they deem appropriate. Repeated acts of academic dishonesty will be referred to the Vice President of Student Services, who has the author-ity to administer more severe disciplinary actions according to the Student Code of Conduct. 36 www. cravencc. edu Academic Information Grade Descriptions A 4.0 point system is used to calculate student quality point averages. The letter grades used on the permanent records are as follows: Letter Grade Letter Definition Description Quality Points/ GPA A Excellent Successful mastery of all course requirements as specified by the instructor with excellent quality of performance and knowledge. 4 B Above Average Successful completion of all course requirements as specified by the instructor with high quality of performance. 3 C Average Successful completion of all course requirements as specified by the instructor with an average quality of performance. 2 D Below Average Successful completion of all course requirements as specified by the instructor with a minimal quality of performance. 1 F Failing Failure to successfully complete all course requirements as specified by the instructor. 0 I Incomplete Grade Temporary grade assigned at the discretion of the instructor subject to approval of the Academic Dean for extenuating circumstances.* 0 W Withdrawal Official withdrawal from the course without academic penalty. 0 AU Audit Audit. Curriculum courses ONLY. 0 AW Automatic Withdrawal Instructor withdrawal of the student from course for excessive absences without academic penalty. 0 CE Credit by Examination Credit by Examination. Curriculum courses ONLY. 0 FG Forgiveness Grade Previous failure to successfully complete all course requirements, but cumulative grade point average recalculated under the College forgiveness policy. 0 NA Never Attended The instructor withdrew the student who never attended from course without academic penalty. 0 * It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor regarding work to be completed for the removal of the “ I” grade. A Grade of “ I” must Be Removed During the First Eight Weeks of the next Semester or it Automatically Becomes an “ F.” ( example: Spring semester incomplete grades must be removed no later than the first eight weeks of the next Fall semester. Associate Degree Nursing and Practical Nursing students must remove an incomplete grade prior to the beginning of the next semester of study.) This policy may be waived through petition to and approval of the Executive Vice President. www. cravencc. edu 37 Academic Information Grades for Developmental Studies Courses Letter Grade Letter Definition Description Quality Points/ GPA SA 90- 100 Satisfactory with an A. 0 SB 80- 89 Satisfactory with a B. 0 SP Satisfactory Progress Satisfactory progress. Register again for the same course. 0 U Unsatisfactory Unsatisfactory. Retake the course. 0 Computation of Quality Point Average ( QPA) To calculate quality points, multiply the number of credits of a course by the numeric value of the grade earned. For example: An A ( 4 quality points) in Expository Writing ( 3 credits) produces 12 quality points ( 4 x 3 = 12) or a C ( 2 quality points) in Calculus I ( 4 credits) produces 8 quality points ( 2 x 4 = 8). To determine academic average for a given semester, divide the quality points earned by the number semester hours credit calculated for the Semester Grade Point Average ( GPA). The same formula, dividing the total number of quality points by the total number of credits calculated is used to calculate the cumulative Quality Point Average ( CumGPA). The letter for each subject will be converted to a quality point equivalent. The quality points are then multiplied by the semester hours. The total quality points are then divided by the total hours to give the quality point average. Example: Class Grade Quality Points Semester Hours Credit Total Quality Points ACA 115 A 4 x 1 = 4 EDU 111 B 3 x 2 = 6 PSY 150 D 1 x 3 = 3 EDU 112 C 2 x 2 = 4 HEA 110 C 2 x 3 = 6 Totals 11 23 Divide: 23 divided by 11 equals 2.09 Your quality point average is 2.09 Grade Reports Students’ grades will be posted after each semester on Web Advisor, the College’s online portal for student information. 38 www. cravencc. edu Academic Information Change of Grade Students are responsible for checking the accuracy of their grades with the instructors. Awarding grades to students is the responsibility of the instructor. Once awarded, a grade may be changed only upon written explanation and authorization from the faculty to the Registrar using the Change of Grade Report form. Extraordinary circumstances will be referred to the instructor’s supervisor. Students may appeal a disputed grade through the Student Grade Appeals process. Good Academic Standing Students maintaining a cumulative quality point average of 2.0 are considered to be in good academic standing with the college. Students whose averages fall below 2.0 will be notified. Students not maintain-ing good academic standing will be encouraged to consider a different program of study, developmen-tal studies, lighter course load and/ or work schedule, extra study in the Academic Skills Center, or assis-tance of a tutor. During the next enrolled semester, the student should show significant progress toward satisfying graduation requirements. Some programs or curricula within the College have different, specific, or higher academic requirements which shall super-sede general statements made in the General Catalog or other college publications. Each student shall be responsible for knowing and understanding the spe-cific rules, regulations, and standards which apply in the program or curriculum in which he or she is enrolled. ■ ■ Academic Recognition Dean’s List To recognize students with outstanding scholastic records, the College publishes a Dean’s List shortly after each semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must complete a minimum course load of 12 curriculum credit hours and achieve a 3.5 qual-ity point average for the semester without a grade of “ Incomplete”. Students achieving an overall 3.5 or better quality point average in programs will be rec-ognized at graduation. ■ ■ Phi Theta Kappa The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa, a national honor society of two- year colleges, is to promote scholar-ship, the development of leadership, and service by cultivating fellowship among qualified students. Each candidate for membership must have a 3.5 GPA. ■ ■ Grade Appeal The purpose of the Student Final Grade Appeal Process is to provide a student with a mechanism to appeal a disputed final grade, while respecting the academic authority of the instructor. This process recognizes the following: • Every student has a right to receive a final grade based upon a fair and unprejudiced evaluation determined by a method that is applied consistently and is neither arbitrary nor capricious; and, • Instructors have the right to assign a final grade based on any method that is profession-ally acceptable, submitted in writing to all students, and applied equally. The following procedure will enable a student to exercise this right: 1. Any appeal of a final grade should be initiated within two weeks of the start of the following semester by the student conferring with the instructor to determine that there has been no mistake and to present his or her case. 2. If the case is not resolved by the instructor, the instructor will suggest that the student complete a “ Student Grade Appeal” form which should be signed and dated by the instructor and submitted by the student to the department Chair/ Dean who will hear his or her appeal. The submitted “ Student Grade Appeal” form should have the course syllabus and any relevant course work attached. This should be completed within two weeks from the date of the grade appeal meeting with the instructor. 3. If the case cannot be resolved at the depart-ment level, the student should submit to the supervising dean a copy of the “ Student Grade Appeal” with appropriate signatures and dates and request an appointment. www. cravencc. edu 39 Academic Information This should be completed within two weeks from the date of the grade appeal meeting with the department chair/ program director. 4. If the issue is unresolved, the student may submit within two weeks a copy of the “ Student Grade Appeal” which includes the dean’s signature to the Chief Academic Officer ( CAO). The CAO may at his/ her discretion create a committee of three individuals to hear the student’s appeal. The committee should consist of a member of the Student Government Association, a faculty member from the same department as the appealed instructor if possible ( but excluding the department chair and appealed instructor), and a third member of the CAO’s choice. 5. The committee will make a recommenda-tion to the CAO. The CAO will confer with the instructor for final determination. The student should be notified of the decision in writing within two weeks of the request. This decision is final. Timeliness – Processing at each step cannot exceed two weeks; however, the time may be extended by agreement of both parties or by extenuating circum-stances as decided by the administrator to whom the grievance is presented. If the administrator at each step does not meet processing time limitations, the student may then request higher administrative assistance in obtaining requested relief. ■ ■ Academic Forgiveness A student who has not been enrolled in curriculum courses in the College for 36 consecutive months since his/ her last grade of “ F” may request that the Registrar reevaluate the student’s academic records. This policy will allow a student to request that any previously earned grades of “ F” be removed from the calculations of the cumulative grade point average. Prior to the reevaluation, the student must enroll in the College and complete at least 12 credit hours with a minimum of a “ C” ( quality point average of 2.0) in each course. Previously earned grades of “ F” will still be reflected on the transcript; however, at the student’s request, the Registrar will recalculate the student’s cumulative quality point average as appropriate. This reevaluation will be done only once for each student. ■ ■ Academic Probation A student whose academic progress is unsatisfac-tory, based on a GPA below 2.0 for two successive semesters, will be placed on academic probation and notified by the College to make an appointment with an Advisor to discuss specific actions to improve aca-demic performance. Implementation 1. The Vice President for Student Services noti-fies the student and his/ her advisor of the student’s probationary status. 2. The student schedules an appointment with an advisor. 3. The advisor and the student explore various measures for remediation, including, but not limited to, the following: - reduction in course load; - referral to the Academic Skills Center for workshops and/ or tutoring assistance; - success and study skills courses; - referral for career exploration; - guidance into another program of study; - reading and/ or other preparatory courses; and/ or - reduction of non- scholastic activities. Note: A student on academic probation may not hold elective office, or serve on college committees, or officially represent the College 4. The results of the exploration session are documented on the appropriate Academic Probation form, which is signed by both the student and the advisor. A copy of the form is given to the student and sent to the Records Office to be filed in the student’s Permanent Record. ■ ■ Academic Separation A student on academic probation whose academic progress remains unsatisfactory as demonstrated by three successive semesters of GPA less than 2.0, will be separated from the College for a period of one regular ( 16 week) Fall or Spring semester plus the 40 www. cravencc. edu Academic Information adjoining Summer session, and must reapply to the college at the end of the separation. Implementation of Academic Separation The Vice President for Student Services notifies the student and his/ her advisor of the student’s academic Separation status. The student must apply for readmission before returning to coursework in subsequent semesters. ■ ■ Readmission Students who have been separated from the Col-lege for academic reasons must apply for readmis-sion. Consideration of applications for readmis-sion of students who have been separated from the College for any reason will be made in light of the applicant’s prior academic and disciplinary record, evidence of growth and maturity, credits earned at another institution, and time elapsed since leaving the College. Students readmitted to the College after an aca-demic separation will automatically be placed on academic probation for a period of one semester and may be
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Full Text | www. cravencc. edu Table of Contents 2010- 2011 Catalog Founded 1965 An institution of higher education established by authority of the North Carolina General Assembly and supported by Craven County. An equal opportunity educational employer www. cravencc. edu Table of Contents New Bern Campus 800 College Court New Bern, North Carolina 28562 252- 638- 7200 Havelock Campus 305 Cunningham Boulevard Havelock, North Carolina 28532 252- 444- 6005 Cherry Point Center 4335 C Street, EDTR Building Room 109 Cherry Point, North Carolina 28533 252- 444- 6000 Craven Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges for questions related to the Status of Craven Community College at this address: 1866 Southern Lane Decatur, Georgia 30033- 4097 Phone: 404.679.4501 Craven Community College reserves the right to make any changes in programs, delete any courses or to effect any changes in the curriculum without notice. This right extends to administration, policies, tuition and fees and any other phase of school operations. Each student is expected to have a knowledge of the information printed in this Catalog. Updates to the College Catalog will be posted to the College Web site: www. cravencc. edu. The college is committed to equality in employment and educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, or other recipients of or participants in College services, programs, or activities on the basis of any legally protected status. 250 copies of this document were printed at a cost of $ 9.37 each. www. cravencc. edu Table of Contents ■ ■ Table of Contents Introduction to Craven Community College 1 Message from the President – Mission – Vision – About CCC – History – About North Carolina Community College System Admissions 5 Admissions Procedures – Application Deadlines – Admission Process – Admissions Classifications – Residency Status – High School Equivalency Diploma – Medical – Readmission – Credit by Exam – Departmental Exams – Transcript Request - Confidentiality ��� Catalog of Record – Consent Form – Educational Partnerships – University Connections - SOCMAR Tuition, Financial Aid and Scholarships 15 Tuition – Fees – Early Registration – Student Payment Plan – Refund Policies – Course Withdrawals – Financial Aid – Scholarships Advising and Registration 25 Advising – Registration – Withdrawals – Graduation Student Services and Learning Support 29 Academic Skills Center – Disability Services – Library – Orientation – Stu-dent Activities – Student Rights and Responsibilities – English as a Second Language – College and University Visits – Career Services – Food Service – Bookstore Academic Information 35 Course Syllabi – Academic Dishonesty – Grade Descriptions - Academic Recognition - Grade Appeal – Academic Forgiveness – Academic Probation – Academic Separation – Readmission – Field Trips - Other Degrees and Programs 41 Associate Degrees – Certificate / Diploma Programs – General Degree Requirements – Programs Offered – Transfer Course Options Course Descriptions 181 How to Read - Cooperative Education - Online Learning - Discipline/ Depart-ment Codes – Course Descriptions Colleagues 281 Board of Trustees – Foundation Board – Administration Faculty – Professors Emeriti – Administrative and Professional Staff – Public Radio East – Craven Early College – Writing Style Guide – Graphic Standards Academic Calendar, Maps, Success Factors 299 www. cravencc. edu Table of Contents www. cravencc. edu 1 About Craven Message from the President_____________________________________ I am pleased to welcome you to Craven Com-munity College for the 2010- 11 academic year! Regardless of whether you’re pursuing a career program, a college transfer pathway or another learning option, I am certain that you will be happy that you have chosen Craven as the place to continue your education. Your decision to enroll at Craven is a good one. You’re more than just a number here; you’re part of a thriving community of learn-ers that’s made up of people of all ages and backgrounds. Like nearly all community colleges, Craven’s student body consists of men and women who recently graduated from high school and adults who have returned to college to complete a degree, to change careers or to improve their current job skills. We are committed to the “ open door” philosophy, which means we’re here to allow all students the opportunity to succeed. Th is is an exciting time to be at the College. We are focused on Excellence, Service and Leadership because we want Craven to be the best college it can be. We’re adding new programs in health care and composites, and we’re making changes to make the College a more inviting place. Th ere are great people who are committed to the College, and the institution holds great promise. I wish you much success this academic year! Best wishes, Catherine Chew Dr. Catherine Chew President chewc@ cravencc. edu 2 www. cravencc. edu About Craven ■ ■ Mission Statement Craven Community College is a dynamic and responsive institution of higher education commit-ted to improving and enriching individual lives and society through comprehensive, high quality and accessible learning opportunities that allow students to contribute and compete in a diverse and global community. Craven Community College fulfills this Mission through: Adult General, Basic and Secondary Education Courses and services for students who desire to complete a high school equivalency credential or improve their adult basic education, literacy and English language skills, or for enrolled high school students seeking acceleration opportunities. Cultural, Citizenship and Community Enrichment Activities, services, group travel and special projects in response to cultural needs and quality of life interests of community populations and for the leisure enjoyment and enrichment of adults and youth served. Developmental Education Studies Courses and services for students in need of further growth and development of academic and basic skills preparation for acceptance into a cur-riculum and to succeed in college programs. Economic/ Workforce Development Education and Special Training Customized courses specifically designed for, and in collaboration with, business, industry and the military including workforce readiness, job enhancement and technical skill development. Occupational and Technical Education Programs, courses and services for students who plan to enter the workforce or upgrade their career training, professional skills and work performance. Student Development Programs and services to support and enhance student academic, career and personal skill development and growth, and assure success for diverse and ever- changing student populations. University- Parallel Education Programs and coursework for the freshman and sophomore years of an undergraduate education for students who plan to continue studies toward the baccalaureate or pursue postsecondary liberal arts studies. ■ ■ Vision Statement By 2015, Craven Community College will be rec-ognized as a vibrant community college focused on student success and lifelong learning through innovative community partnerships, cultural arts programming, military educational services, public radio and workforce training. ■ ■ About Craven Community College Craven Community College serves Craven Coun-ty’s 98,000 residents and its military population through comprehensive credit and non- credit learn-ing opportunities. The College plays a significant role in the county’s education, training and enrichment needs. Craven has two campuses – one in New Bern and one in Havelock. The college also operates an office and classrooms in the Jerry Marvel Training Cen-ter on base at the Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. In addition to offering traditional seated classes in New Bern, Havelock and at Cherry Point, Craven has a robust distance education program that allows stu-dents to take courses online. The college has several degree, diploma and certificate programs that can be completed online. Craven enrolls about 4,500 students in its curricu-lum ( credit) educational offerings programs each year. More than 10,000 students are served in the college’s Continuing Education programs annually. The average age is 29. Craven’s faculty- student ratio is roughly 14- 1. www. cravencc. edu 3 About Craven Craven offers two- year associate’s degrees, including Associate in Arts, Associate in Fine Arts, Associate in Science, Associate in Applied Science and Asso-ciate in General Education. The college also offers a number of diploma and certificate options, particu-larly in its technical programs. High school students can enroll in some college- level courses at Craven at no cost. Students should consult their high school guidance counselors for more information. Craven has agreements that enable students to earn Baccalaurate Degrees from four- year public and private colleges and universities. Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, academic credits can be earned through full- or part- time study in the day, evening or online. The New Bern Campus is home to Craven Early College, which is the county’s fourth public high school. High school freshmen who remain enrolled in CEC for five years are able to graduate with both their high school diplomas and their two- year asso-ciate’s degrees or two years of transferable college credit at no cost. Consistent with its mission to meet the higher education and training needs of students, the Col-lege is committed to academic excellence, customer service, and leadership. With the support of faculty and staff and a comprehensive support services, each of our students is provided hope, opportunity, and preparation for both a career and a productive life. ■ ■ History Craven Community College was created as an extension of Lenoir Community College by the 1965 North Carolina General Assembly. Granted indepen-dent status as Craven Technical Institute in 1967, the college was served by Dr. Thurman Brock as Presi-dent in the historic Harvey House in downtown New Bern. In 1971, the college moved its operations to its present 100- acre location, and in 1973 the Institute was granted community college status. That same year, the College opened an office on the Cherry Point Marine Corps Air Station. In January 2004 the 24- acre Havelock campus, including the Institute of Aeronautical Technology, opened for classes. The College has been served by four Presidents: Dr. Thurman Brock, Dr. Steve Redd, Dr. Scott Ralls and, currently, Dr. Catherine Chew. Community colleges have their own local Boards of Trustees. Four members each are elected by the local school board and the board of County Com-missioners, while four members are appointed by the Governor. ■ ■ About the North Carolina Community College System North Carolina’s 58 statewide institutions bring educational opportunity within commuting distance of virtually all North Carolina citizens and comprise the nation’s third largest, centrally managed system of community college and technical education. The mission of the North Carolina Community College System is to open the door to high- quality, accessible educational opportunities that minimize the barriers to post- secondary education, maximize student success, develop a globally and multi- cultur-ally competent workforce, and improve the lives and well- being of individuals by providing: • Education, training and retraining for the workforce, including basic skills and literacy education, occupational and pre- baccalaure-ate programs; • Support for economic development through services to and in partnership with business and industry and in collaboration with the University of North Carolina System and private colleges and universities; and • Services to communities and individuals which improve the quality of life. The North Carolina Community College System offers 2,500 curriculum programs under more than 290 curriculum titles. Programs are offered at the certificate, diploma and the Associate of Applied Science degree levels as well as at the Associate of Arts, Associate of Fine Arts and Associate of Science degree levels for college transfer students. The North Carolina Community College System is governed by a State Board of Trustees, appointed by the Governor and the General Assembly, which determine the policies to be followed by the 58 state-supported institution. 4 www. cravencc. edu About Craven www. cravencc. edu 5 Admissions ■ ■ Admissions Procedures Admission to Craven Community College is open to all graduates of an accredited/ registered high school or to those with a recognized equivalency, such as a General Education Development Certifi-cate ( GED). High school accreditation is awarded by one of several regional accrediting agencies, such as Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. A high school may also be registered with the state department of education where it is located. In order to receive financial aid, students must be accepted and enrolled into one of the College’s degree or diploma programs. Students may choose to attend full- time ( 12 credits or more per semester) or part- time ( fewer than 12 credits). ■ ■ Application Deadlines Students seeking admission to Limited Admission Programs such as Associate Degree Nursing, Prac-tical Nursing, and Health Information Technology must meet special admissions criteria, requirements and deadlines. For these select programs, all appli-cation forms, transcripts, placement test scores and documentation must be received before review of application will be considered. Nursing Fall Admission January 10 - February 18 Spring Admission June 1 - July 15 Practical Nursing Fall Admission January 10 - February 18 Health Information Technology Fall Admission January 16 - February 18 Pharmacy Technology Fall Admission January 10 - March 31 Physical Therapist Assistant Fall Admission January 10 - March 31 ■ ■ Admission Process 1. Complete Application Students may apply for admission on a full- time or part- time basis. First- time and transfer students are welcome. Students are encouraged to apply online at www. cravencc. edu ( click the “ Admissions and Financial Aid” link) or may request an application by phone, mail, or in person by contacting the Admis-sions Office at the New Bern or Havelock campuses or by e- mail at admissions@ cravencc. edu. New Bern Campus Havelock Campus 800 College Court 305 Cunningham Boulevard New Bern, NC 28562 Havelock, NC 28532 252.638.7200 252.444.6005 2. Provide Transcripts An official high school or GED transcript is required and must show graduation or GED certification date. The high school transcript must be sent directly from the high school last attended to the college. GED transcript requests may be mailed to: State GED Office North Carolina Community College System 5016 Mail Service Center Raleigh, NC 27699 This requirement may be waived if an applicant has an Associate or higher degree. Upon admission, the college will complete an evaluation of transfer credits that may have been earned from another college or university or through advanced placement or other examinations. Prospective transfer students must submit an offi-cial copy of transcripts from all previous college( s) from which credits are to be considered. Only previ-ous college courses completed with a grade of “ C” ( 2.0) or higher will be eligible for transfer consider-ation. Transfer students must complete 25% of their coursework at Craven Community College to be eli-gible for graduation. Any credit earned with a grade of “ C” or higher at an accredited institution will be accepted at Cra-ven Community College provided it is appropriate to the student’s program and a comparable course is offered. The catalog and/ or course descriptions from other institutions attended may be required for 6 www. cravencc. edu Admissions evaluation before credit is granted. Course work over fifteen years old may not be accepted. Evaluation of such credits will be made on an individual basis. 3. Take the Placement Test Students are required to take the College Place-ment Test prior to registering for courses. The col-lege may waive placement tests for students who have SAT scores of 500 on writing, reading and/ or math or ACT scores of 21 on reading, english and/ or math ( if the SAT or ACT was taken within the past five years). The Placement Test assesses students’ readiness for college- level courses by evaluating their reading, writing and mathematics skills. The results of these assessments assist the College in placing stu-dents in courses at the appropriate level to assist in their successful completion of courses. Placement in Developmental Studies coursework is based upon ( 1) scores on the COMPASS test taken during the admissions process, ( 2) referral by instructors, or ( 3) student request. If a student’s placement test results indicate a need for additional growth in reading, writing and/ or math, the College will provide special advising concerning specific course selection. The College Placement Test is computerized and untimed. Students may retake the test once during a six month period for a $ 3.00 fee. Students with documented disabilities may make special arrange-ments to take the test by contacting the Academic Skills Center. Students who enter Craven Community College with only high school credit in foreign language may elect to begin their foreign language instruction in the first level course for the language of their inter-est ( FRE 111, GER 111 or SPA 111) or may take a department exam. 4. Meet with an Advisor Students should meet with an advisor in the Stu-dent Center to discuss their personal and profes-sional goals and to develop an academic plan. Advi-sors are available in the Student Center between 7: 30 a. m. and 7 p. m. Monday through Thursday, and between 7: 30 a. m. and 5 p. m. on Friday at both the New Bern and Havelock campuses. Walk- in service and appointments are available. ■ ■ Admissions Classifications Regular Status: Students who have completed all admissions requirements and are enrolled in a Pro-gram of Study. Provisional Status: Students who have not com-pleted all admissions requirements may be admitted and enrolled for one semester. Provisional students will be allowed for subsequent semesters only upon completion of admissions requirements. Visiting Status: Students enrolled at other insti-tutions may be admitted as Visiting students with letters/ statements from their home institutions for registration. Special Status: Students not seeking a degree, diploma or certificate may be admitted and enrolled as Special students. Special students are required to complete an application and residency statement, and provide evidence of prerequisite satisfaction ( unofficial documents are acceptable). Special stu-dents wishing to be reclassified as Regular students must complete admissions requirements as indicated for Regular Status. Freshman: Students who have earned fewer than 30 semester hours of credit Sophomore: Students who have earned more than 30 semester hours of credit Full- time Student: Students who are registered for 12 or more semester hours of credit Part- time Student: Students who are registered for fewer than 12 semester hours of credit ■ ■ Residency Status Students are classified as residents for tuition pur-poses if they have established the legal residence requirements found at www. northcarolina. edu/ legal/ residence/ committee/ manual/ The_ Manual_ 081408. pdf. Active duty military stationed in North Caro-lina, along with their spouses and dependents, may qualify for the in state rate. The forms required to qualify for this benefit are available at our Cherry Point, Havelock and New Bern offices. Resident status is initially determined by informa-tion provided on the student’s admission application. Further documentation may be required to change www. cravencc. edu 7 Admissions a student’s resident status. All students are charged the appropriate rate of tuition and fees depending on the number of credits taken and the student’s state residence. ■ ■ Medical A physical exam may be required when deemed necessary by college officials, particularly in limited admissions programs. ■ ■ Readmission Former Craven Community College students who were previously enrolled but have not attended the College for one year or more are required to com-plete a new application. ■ ■ Credit by Examination Students can receive credit for college courses under the credit by examination policy. The College recognizes and awards credit for the following test-ing programs: 1. APP – Advanced Placement Program 2. CLEP – College Level Examination Program 3. DSST – DANTES Subject Standardized Tests 4. IBCC - International Baccalaureate College Credit The College awards credit for APP, CLEP and DSST examinations based on the credit recommendations of the American Council on Education for compa-rable courses it offers. A maximum of 20 semester hours credit is allowed under the Credit by Exami-nation Policy. Credit will apply towards graduation requirements in the student’s program; however, quality points are not awarded. A student desiring college credit through these pro-grams must have the applicable testing agency for-ward the examination results to the College. Credit will be awarded based upon established criteria. ■ ■ Departmental Exams A student may receive credit by taking a depart-mental exam for a course in which he/ she evidences previous work or educational experience. Students must first register and pay tuition for a given class in order to take a departmental exam and earn credit for the course. If the student does not successfully pass the examination, he/ she may elect to remain in the course for credit or may elect to withdraw from the course. Courses completed by departmental exami-nation are not used in computing a student’s fulltime or part- time enrollment status. Quality points are not assigned for credit by exam. However, course credit and the credit hours are counted toward graduation requirements. Most colleges and universities do not accept CE grades in transfer. Procedures are as follows: • The student submits the Credit by Exam form to the appropriate Academic Dean. • If approved for a Credit by Exam opportunity, the Academic Dean makes the arrangements with the student for registration and for administering the departmental exam. • Following successful completion of the exam, the Academic Dean will notify the Registrar by submitting the Credit by Exam form. • Credit will be awarded for a grade of “ C” or higher. Credit hours will be posted on the student’s permanent record using the grade symbol “ CE.” Students should contact Academic Deans as early as possible to schedule any exam to be used as a prerequisite verification for a higher level transfer course. ■ ■ Transcript Requests Transcripts will not be released for a student who has an outstanding financial obligation to the Col-lege. All student records are held in confidence by the College. Transcripts will be made available only upon request of the student. A statement authorizing release must be signed by the student before a tran-script will be sent to other colleges, employers, or other agencies. Authorization for release of transcript forms is available in Student Services and online. There will be a three dollar fee for each transcript. 8 www. cravencc. edu Admissions ■ ■ Confidentiality The College qualifies as an educational institution within the meaning of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act ( FERPA), and therefore all educa-tion records are private to the student and the Col-lege with the exceptions set forth in this Policy and as provided by law. Students shall be granted rights of access to their records and such records shall be open to revise only as indicated in this Policy and upon the terms and conditions established by the College. See this policy in its entirety at http:// www. cravencc. edu/ about/ policies/ StudRec PrivacyRights. cfm. ■ ■ Catalog of Record The catalog that is current when a student enrolls in the College is the catalog of record. Students who enroll continuously ( Fall and Spring, excluding Sum-mer) may graduate under the provisions of the cata-log of record or in a subsequent issue. Students who are not in continuous enrollment must graduate under the provisions of the catalog in effect on their last reenrollment or a subsequent issue of the cata-log. Students who change their program of study will come under the provisions of the catalog in effect at the time of the program of study change or a subse-quent issue. ■ ■ Consent Form for Release of Nondirectory Information Students should notify the Registrar if they do not want directory information to be released. Directory information includes student name, address, tele-phone number, dates and places of birth, etc. ■ ■ Educational Partnerships High School Students Partnerships The Craven EDGE ( Earn a Degree, Graduate Early) College Credits for Traditional and Nontraditional ( Private/ Home- Based) High School Students High School Students Currently enrolled and aca-demically qualified high school students have three options for earning college credit: 1. Enrollment in state- approved face- to- face courses. 2. Enrollment in state- approved online [ Learn and Earn Online ( LEO)] courses. 3. Enrollment in self- supporting courses. High School Students 1. Must meet all admissions requirements, course prerequisites, and registration deadlines [ additional is information available in this Catalog and the CCC Web site ( http:// www. cravencc. edu/)]. 2. Must meet with their high school counselors and obtain written approval from high school rep-resentatives and their parents/ guardians prior to enrollment in college classes. Approval forms are available in their high school Guidance Offices and on the CCC Web site. 3. May enroll in both online and face- to- face CCC courses as long state age requirements are met. 4. Must enroll in all coursework prior to their June High School graduation ceremonies. Students are not required to complete college coursework by this June deadline. “ January Completers” ( students who complete their high school graduation requirements early) may also enroll in college classes prior to their June graduation ceremonies. 5. Will earn dual high school credit at the discre-tion of their local high schools. 6. Should have good study and organizational skills. www. cravencc. edu 9 Admissions Option 1 Enrollment in State- Approved Face- to- Face Classes • Students must be a high school junior or senior, age 16 or above. • State- approved face- to- face courses include courses from the following disciplines: Mathematics ( MAT), Science ( BIO, CHM, GEL, etc.), Technology ( CIS, EGR, etc.), and Technical/ Vocational/ Career ( ACC, AUT, CJC. COS, OST, etc.). • Students must meet all course prerequisites. Specific course information including prereq-uisites, corequisites, descriptions, credits, and approval of course articulation/ transferability are available in this Catalog. • Course prerequisites may include comple-tion of developmental course requirements or earning satisfactory scores on the Craven Community College Placement Test. SAT scores of 500 or higher on the corresponding components of the SAT may be substituted for the Craven Community College ( CCC) Placement Test. Corresponding SAT com-ponents include the Writing Component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental English Requirement); the Critical Reading Component ( corresponds to the CCC Devel-opmental Reading Requirement), and the Math Component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental Math Requirement). • Students must be enrolled in high- school on at least a half- time basis. • Tuition and fees are free. • Students are responsible for purchasing their textbooks. • Students are responsible for their transporta-tion to- and- from the College. • Students should receive high school credit for coursework completed at CCC but prior ( written) approval must be provided by local high school representatives in order for high school credit to be considered. • Students should receive high school honors credit and college credit for most college/ uni-versity transfer courses within the Associate in Arts ( AA) Degree ( A10100), the Associate in Fine Arts ( AFA) Degree ( A10200), and the Associate in Science ( AS) Degree ( A10400). Specific college/ university admissions/ degree requirements may vary and prior written approval must be provided by local high school representatives in order for high school credit to be considered. • Although exceptions may apply, Associate in Applied Science Degrees ( for example, A25100, A45360, etc.) and the diploma/ cer-tificate options within these disciplines are generally not transferable to baccalaureate and university programs. A complete listing of degrees granted by CCC is available in this Catalog and the CCC Web- site ( http:// www. cravencc. edu/). • As long as state age requirements are met, students may enroll in both online ( beginning their freshman year of high school) and face-to- face ( age 16 or above) courses. • Courses may be taught on the New Bern and Havelock CCC Campuses and within the West Craven High School Community. • Completion of a CCC Orientation is recommended. Option 2 Enrollment in State- Approved Learn and Earn Online ( LEO) Classes • Students must be high school freshmen, sophomores, juniors, or seniors. • Though a few exclusions apply, state- approved online courses include courses from almost every discipline, including courses provided in Option 1 ( above), as well as courses from the Humanities/ Fine Arts ( ART, COM, ENG, FRE, GER, HUM, MUS, PHI, REL, SPA, etc); the Social/ Behavioral Sciences ( ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POL, PSY, SOC, etc.), and various electives ( ACA, HEA, PED, etc.). • Students must meet course prerequisites. Specific course details including prerequi-sites, corequisites, descriptions, credits, and approval of course articulation/ transferability are available in this Catalog. 10 www. cravencc. edu Admissions • Course prerequisites may include completion of developmental course requirements or earning satisfactory scores on the CCC Place-ment Test. SAT scores of 500 or higher on the corresponding components of the SAT may be substituted for the CCC Placement Test. Corresponding SAT components include the Writing Component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental English Requirement); the Critical Reading component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental Reading Requirement), and the Math Component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental Math Requirement). • There is no minimum high school enrollment requirement. • Tuition and fees are free. • Textbooks are free for public school students. • Although access to a good quality computer and the Internet are recommended, transpor-tation to- and- from the CCC campus is not required. • Students should receive high school credit for coursework completed at CCC but prior ( written) approval must be provided by local high school representatives in order for this credit to be considered. • Students should receive high school honors credit and college credit for most college/ uni-versity transfer courses within the Associate in Arts ( AA) Degree ( A10100), the Associate in Fine Arts ( AFA) Degree ( A10200), and the Associate in Science ( AS) Degree ( A10400). Specific college/ university admissions/ degree requirements may vary and prior written approval must be provided by local high school representatives in order for high school credit to be considered. • Although exceptions may apply, Associate in Applied Science Degrees ( for example, A25100, A45360, etc.) and the diploma/ cer-tificate options within these disciplines are generally not transferable to baccalaureate and university programs. A complete listing of degrees granted by CCC is available in this Catalog and the CCC Web- site ( http:// www. cravencc. edu/). • As long as state age requirements are met, students may enroll in both online ( beginning their freshman year of high school) and face-to- face ( age 16 or above) courses. • Courses may be completed from home, from local high schools, from the CCC campus, etc. All assignments will be submitted to the college instructor through an online delivery format. • Good study skills, good computer skills, and completion of a BlackBoard Orientation are highly recommended. • Additional information is available at, http:// www. nclearnandearn. gov/ Option 3 Enrollment in Self- Supporting Classes • Classes not approved in Option 1, above, may be provided in a face- to- face format on a Self- Supporting basis. Though a few exclu-sions may apply, these classes may include options from Humanities/ Fine Arts ( ART, COM, ENG, FRE, GER, HUM, MUS, PHI, REL, SPA, etc), the Social/ Behavioral Sciences ( ANT, ECO, GEO, HIS, POL, PSY, SOC, etc.), and various electives ( ACA, HEA, PED, etc.). • Students must meet course prerequisites. Specific course details including prerequi-sites, corequisites, descriptions, credits, and approval of course articulation/ transferability are available in this Catalog. • Course prerequisites may include comple-tion of developmental course requirements or earning satisfactory scores on the CCC Placement Test. SAT scores of 500 or higher on the corresponding components of the SAT may be substituted for the CCC Placement Test. Corresponding SAT components include the Writing Component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental English Requirement); the Critical Reading component ( corresponds to the CCC Developmental Reading Require-ment), and the Math Component ( corre-sponds to the CCC Developmental Math Requirement). www. cravencc. edu 11 Admissions • Self- Supporting Classes may be provided to students ages 16 or above on the Craven Community College ( CCC) campus or local high school campuses. • Students should receive high school honors credit and college credit for most college/ uni-versity transfer courses within the Associate in Arts ( AA) Degree ( A10100), the Associate in Fine Arts ( AFA) Degree ( A10200), and the Associate in Science ( AS) Degree ( A10400). Specific college/ university admissions/ degree requirements may vary and prior written approval must be provided by local high school representatives in order for high school credit to be considered. • Self- Supporting classes are not supplemented by outside funds. Therefore, high school stu-dents should anticipate that tuition/ fee rates will exceed those typically charged to adult students. • In order for the college to effectively man-age its resources, Self- Supporting classes may require a minimum number of enrollees. • For additional information or to request a Self- Supporting class, please contact the CCC Director of Educational Partnerships. Innovative High School Programs: College Credits for Early College Students and Early College- EAST Students Craven Early College ( CEC) and Early College- EAST ( EC- EAST) are headquartered on the Craven Community College New Bern and Havelock cam-puses. These public high schools are designed for high school students who are ready to do focused, college-level coursework but who may not thrive in a tradi-tional high school setting. Both Craven Early College and Early College- EAST are joint projects of Craven Community College and the Craven County Schools. Innovative Programs • Both Craven Early College and Early College- EAST are part of the national initiative of “ new schools” championed by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation and the network of “ Learn and Earn” high schools endorsed by the state. • CEC and EC- EAST enroll new classes of ninth- graders every fall. Acceptance is based on a lottery system. • Craven Early College and Early College- EAST students, after five years of enrollment, will have the opportunity to graduate with their high school diplomas and their two- year asso-ciate’s degrees or their high school diplomas and two years of transferable college credit. • With an associate’s degree in hand, Craven Early College and Early College- EAST gradu-ates will be able to enter the workforce right away or be prepared to transfer to a four- year degree program with two years of credits in tow. • Craven Early College students do not have to pay tuition and are eligible for school system transportation. • These innovative programs follow the Col-lege’s calendar rather than the public school system’s calendar. 12 www. cravencc. edu Admissions ■ ■ College and University Partnerships University Connections: College/ University Transfer Options General Information: Transfer Agreements The University of NC System– The NC Community College System Agreement Students can complete a pre- major degree, Associate in Arts ( AA) and Associate in Science ( AS) degree programs, with Craven Community College, and upon acceptance by one of the state universities, may enter as a junior. Students transferring prior to com-pletion of an Associate degree can transfer a block of core curriculum courses which UNC institutions will accept as a completion of their lower division general education requirements. Students transfer-ring to senior institutions other than those of the University of North Carolina System should ask for assistance in planning their transfer program. The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement ( CAA) between the University of North Carolina System and the North Carolina Community College System ( NCCCS) guarantees the transfer of courses that make up Associate in Arts ( AA) and Associate in Science ( AS) programs into bachelor’s degree pro-grams at UNC- System universities. Individual courses selected from the AA and AS offerings are evaluated by senior institutions on a course- by- course basis. Students wishing to transfer individual courses ( not the General Education core or the completed degree) are advised to work closely with an academic advisor to select the courses that best suit their educational needs. The General Education core of the AA and the AS degrees ( 44 to 46 SHC) transfers to meet the general education core of the bachelor’s degree, provided a “ C” or higher is earned in all transferred classes. The Associate in Arts or the Associate in Science degree transferred under the CAA guarantees junior status. Requirements for some major programs at the senior institution may require additional pre-specialty courses beyond the general education core. Students will still be required to meet the foreign lan-guage and/ or health and physical education require-ments of the receiving college/ university. The Comprehensive Articulation Agreement ( CAA) does NOT guarantee acceptance into any specific col-lege or university except where there is an additional articulation agreement in place and students have met these additional requirements. However, completion of the Associate in Arts or the Associate in Science degree under the terms of the CAA does qualify stu-dents for admission to a UNC- System school under the Transfer Assured Admissions Policy. Complete details of the CAA are found at the University of NC System Web site: http:// www. northcarolina. edu/ http:// www. northcarolina. edu/ aa/ articulation/ index. htm, and http:// www. northcarolina. edu/ content. php/ assess-ment/ reports/ studentinfo/ caa. htm. Transfer of Community College Coursework to NC Private Colleges In addition to the 16 UNC System universities that are part of the Comprehensive Articulation Agreement ( CAA) between The University of NC System and The NC Community College System ( NCCCS), 24 private NC colleges have created their own CAA with the NCCCS. The Admissions Office at the following institutions may be contacted for more information: Barton Belmont- Abbey Bennett Brevard Campbell Catawba Chowan Gardner- Webb J. C. Smith Lees- McRae College Livingston Louisburg Mars Hill Montreat Mount Olive NC Wesleyan Peace Pfeiffer Queens St. Andrews St. Augustine Shaw Warren Wilson Wingate www. cravencc. edu 13 Admissions East Carolina University Wachovia Partnership East at Craven Community College Craven’s New Bern Campus is the headquarters for Wachovia Partnership East’s Coastal Consortium which serves residents in Craven, Pamlico, Jones, Carteret, and Onslow counties. Through the ECU Wachovia Partnership East Pro-gram, students are able to complete their first two years of general education coursework at Craven Com-munity College and then complete the remainder of their teaching degree from ECU. Degrees offered include: BS Elementary Education BS Special Education BS Middle Grades Education Special Education and Middle Grades education are offered entirely online and field placements are made within the area. The Elementary Education degree delivered mostly online with a few face- to-face evening classes at the Craven Community Col-lege “ hub site” in New Bern. Although students will continue to work with their CCC advisors until com-pletion of their transfer degrees, students may con-tact the Partnership- East Coordinator for additional information: 252- 638- 6492/ faulkena@ cravencc. edu/ The Wachovia- Partnership Office [ Business Information Technology Building, Suite 116 ( New Bern Campus)]. Seamless Transfer and Military Outreach Students who complete their Associate’s Degree with CCC may complete bachelor’s degrees in the following program areas at East Carolina University ( ECU): • Birth- Kindergarten Education – AAS to BSBK • Business Education – AAS to BSBE ( entirely online) • Communication – AA to BS ( entirely online) • General Business – AA to BSBA ( entirely online) • Health Information Management – AA to BS ( entirely online) • Health Services Management – AA to BS ( entirely online) • Industrial Technology/ Industrial Supervision – AAS ( variety of options) to BS • Industrial Technology/ Information & • Computer Technology – AAS ( variety of options) to BS • Industrial Technology/ Industrial Distribution & Logistics – AAS ( variety of options) to BS • Industrial Technology/ Manufacturing Sys-tems – AAS ( variety of options) to BS • Information Technologies – AAS to BSBE ( entirely online) • Registered Nurse/ Bachelor of Science in Nursing – ADN to RN/ BSN Although students will continue to work with their CCC advisors until completion of their transfer degree, they may contact the ECU Associate Direc-tor for Military Outreach for more information: 252- 444- 6003/ 800- 398- 9275/ The ECU Military Outreach Office [ IAT Building, Suite 114 ( Havelock Campus)]. North Carolina State University The NCSU College of Engineering at Craven Community College In addition to the courses provided in the Com-prehensive Articulation Agreement ( CAA), CCC students can earn a bachelor’s degree from the NC State College of Engineering without leaving home. After completing their general education, math, and science courses at Craven Community College, stu-dents are able to “ transfer” to NCSU through innova-tive techniques including high definition interactive video technology, “ live” engineering courses on the CCC campus, and by utilizing pre- recorded lectures from NCSU professors. Hands- on laboratory expe-riences are provided on the Havelock campus using state- of- the- art equipment. Craven’s Havelock campus is the home of NC State’s Mechanical Engineering System BSE program. In the BSE program, students can earn a Bachelor of Science in engineering ( BSE) with a concentration in mechanical engineering systems without ever leav-ing CCC. 14 www. cravencc. edu Admissions BSE students take general education, math, and science courses from Craven Community College and engineering courses from NC State. For the engineering courses, students use high definition interactive video at the Havelock campus to par-ticipate in courses taught at the Raleigh campus. In addition, students participate in live courses taught by NC State personnel in Havelock and utilize pre-recorded lectures from NC State professors. Hands-on laboratory experiences are provided in Havelock using state of the art equipment. All BSE courses are sequenced to accommodate the full- time or part-time student attending day or evening classes. 2+ 2 Engineering Transfer Program at NCSU, UNC- Charlotte, NC- A& T, and ECU Engineering bound students who desire a disci-pline other than Mechanical Engineering Systems can participate in Craven’s 2+ 2 Engineering transfer program with NC State. CCC engineering students can participate in Craven’s 2+ 2 transfer program. The 2+ 2 Engineering Program provides students with an opportunity to begin at Craven Community College and then transfer to any of the engineering schools in North Carolina, including NCSU, UNC-Charlotte, NC- A& T, or ECU, where they can finish their degrees in 2- 3 years ( pending admission by their respective universities and Schools Colleges of Engineering). Although CCC engineering students will continue to work with their CCC advisors until completion of their transfer degree, they may contact the NCSU Engineering Program Coordinator for more infor-mation: 252- 444- 3357/ wbfortne@ ncsu. edu/ The NC State College Of Engineering Office [ Room 108 Redd Building ( CCC Havelock Campus)]. ■ ■ Other College/ University Connections Additional Transfer Options In addition to the courses provided in the Com-prehensive Articulation Agreement ( CAA), transfer opportunities are continuously being developed with other NC Community College System ( NCCCS) Pro-grams and baccalaureate/ university programs across the state and throughout the country, with a variety of options provided at the New Bern, Cherry Point, and Havelock campuses. For up- to- date information about new and developing articulation agreements, students may contact their advisors, the CCC Student Services Division ( 252- 638- 7200/ CCC Student Cen-ter), The CCC Cherry Point Branch- Office ( 252- 444- 6000/ smithj@ cravencc. edu), the Havelock Campus ( 252- 444- 6005/ wynnc@ cravencc. edu) or the Direc-tor of Educational Partnerships ( 252- 638- 7382/ forrests@ cravencc. edu/ BIT Building, Suite 116). Service Member’s Opportunity College Program ( SOCMAR/ SOCNAV) Craven Community College is a member of SOC-MAR/ SOCNAV, the degree program for the Marine Corps and Navy, consisting of accredited colleges which offer degree programs on or accessible to Marine Corps Navy installations worldwide. These civilian colleges accept credits from network colleges, enabling military personnel and their dependents to continue working toward a degree even when trans-ferred. The agreement with the home college provides a plan for program completion and also guarantees that graduation programs will not be changed as long as minimum residency and academic requirements ( 25% of coursework and 2.0 Grade Point Average are met). Service members are eligible for a SOC con-tract after completing six semester hours of college level coursework. www. cravencc. edu 15 Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships Tuition and additional or special college fees that apply to in- state and out- of- state students are subject to change. A student payment plan is available for students, who should be familiar with refund policies. The College provides financial aid and scholarship opportunities for students who qualify. ■ ■ Tuition 2010- 2011* In state ( per semester/ credit hour) .................. $ 50.00 Maximum In- state tuition ............................... $ 800.00 Out- of- state( per semester/ credit hour) .............. $ 241.30 Maximum Out- of- State Tuition .................. $ 3,860.80 ■ ■ College Fees* Computer Use and Technology– per semester .$ 16.00 Student Activity – Fall and Spring only ( 1- 6 credit hrs) .................................................. $ 16.00 Student Activity – Fall and Spring only ( 7 or more credits) ............................................ $ 32.00 Transcript Fee ( each) ............................................$ 3.00 Security/ Parking per semester .......................... $ 10.00 each additional sticker.........................................$ 2.00 Returned Check, per check ............................... $ 20.00 Summer School supply per course ................... $ 10.00 GED – to take the whole exam.............................$ 7.50 GED – to re- take the writing portion only.........$ 2.50 Parking Fine............................................................$ 5.00 Graduation – Cap, Gown and Tassel ............≈ $ 30.00 Graduation – Diploma Cost ............................. $ 10.00 Graduation – Associate Degree Hood ..........≈ $ 30.00 Optional Student Accident Insurance ................$ 2.00 ( per semester) Placement Fee for Retesting $ 3.00 Library Fines: per day for overdue books ...................................$ .10 per day for overdue videos..................................$ 1.00 per page for personal printing ............................$ .10 per page for photocopies .....................................$ .10 replacement library card ....................................$ 1.00 Test proctoring ( nonstudents) .......................... $ 20.00 Nursing Admissions Testing ............................. $ 25.00 Professional Liability Insurance ( Nursing and Medical Assisting) – annual fee ........................ $ 16.00 Nursing Badge Replacement ............................. $ 50.00 Nursing Math Test .................................................$ 4.00 Course Specific Fees Many courses have special fees associated with them. These are listed in the Course Description sec-tion with the applicable course. * Fees are subject to change upon approval of the College Board of Trustees. Tuition rates are subject to change by action of the N. C. General Assembly. ■ ■ Early Registration for Students Enrolled full- time degree- seeking students are encouraged to register early for the next semester to obtain seats in desired courses. See Academic Calen-dar for specific dates. ■ ■ Student Payment Plan For $ 25 per semester, students may spread the cost of their tuition and fees over a four month period without interest charges by individually contracting with Nelnet. Consult the Student Center for details. ■ ■ Refund Policies 1. A refund shall not be made except under the following circumstances: a. A 100 percent refund shall be made if the stu-dent officially withdraws prior to the first day of classes of the academic semester or term as noted in the College calendar. Also, a student is eligible for a 100 percent refund if the class in which the student is officially registered is cancelled due to insufficient enrollment. b. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the stu-dent officially withdraws from the class prior to or on the official 10 percent point of the term. c. For classes beginning at times other than the first week ( seven calendar days) of the semes-ter, a 100 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to the first class meeting. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from the class prior to or on the 10 percent point of the class. 16 www. cravencc. edu Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships d. A 100 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from a contact hour class prior to the first day of class of the academic semester or term or if the college cancels the class. A 75 percent refund shall be made if the student officially withdraws from a contact hour class on or before the tenth calendar day of the class. 2. To comply with applicable federal regulations regarding refunds, federal regulation will supersede the state refund regulations stated in this rule. 3. Where a student, having paid the required tuition for a semester dies during that term ( prior to or on the last day of examinations of the College the student was attending), all tuition and fees for that semester may be refunded to the estate of the deceased. 4. For a class which the College collects receipts which are not required to be deposited into the State Treasury account, the College shall adopt local refund policies. Refund policies are determined by NCCCS, and dates are published in the course schedules each semester and on the college’s Web site: www. cravencc. edu/ admissions/ tuition. cfm For additional information about refunds, contact the Business Office staff at 638- 7268. Title IV Federal Refund Policy Title IV Federal Financial Aid students who with-draw or stop attending the college during the first 60% of the semester will have their financial aid recalculated according to the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, 34 CFR part 668.22. Some grant recipients may owe repayment to both the institution and the Federal government as the result of this recalculation. ■ ■ Withdrawal from Course( s) Students who receive financial aid from any of the following sources: Federal Programs ( Title IV)- Pell Grant, Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant ( SEOG), Federal Family Education Loans and State Grants may be responsible for repaying a portion of their aid if they drop or stop attending classes during the refund period. Withdrawal from classes may also affect eligibility for financial aid for the following semester or aca-demic year. Students will be notified if monies are due the College. ■ ■ Financial Indebtedness Any student who fails to resolve any outstanding debt to the college ( i. e. tuition, bookstore, library fees, parking fine, graduation, promissory note, financial aid, equipment, supplies debt, or any other required payment) will not be permitted to register or receive graduation diplomas, academic or financial aid transcripts. In addition, past due accounts will be turned over for collection through the NC Dept. of Revenue’s Setoff Department program, through the State Employees Debt Collection Act and a collec-tion agency. www. cravencc. edu 17 Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships ■ ■ Financial Aid A variety of financial aid options are available to Craven Community College students. Eligibility for these programs depends on the student’s academic progress, family income and assets. Due to the length of processing time, applicants are encouraged to submit necessary paperwork as early as possible for financial aid consideration. Please do not wait to be formally accepted by Craven Community College before applying for aid. The priority deadline for processing financial aid paperwork for fall semester is June1. The College’s Financial Aid Office is available to assist students in researching and applying for finan-cial aid and for assistance with completing a FAFSA. General Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for financial aid at Craven Commu-nity College, a student must: • be officially admitted • be a U. S. citizen or eligible noncitizen • meet the minimum academic criteria specified for each financial aid program ( see “ Academic Progress” in this section) • not be in default of any prior student loan or owe monies to any Federal Student Aid Program. • be enrolled in an eligible degree program • have a valid Social Security number ( unless from the Republic of the Marshall Islands, the Federated States of Micronesia, or the Repub-lic of Palau). • demonstrate financial need ( except for unsub-sidized Stafford Loan. • be a high school graduate or have a General Education Development ( GED) certificate or pass an exam approved by the U. S. Depart-ment of Education. • not have a drug conviction for an offence that occurred while receiving federal student aid ( such as grants, loans, or work- study). • be registered with Selective Service if you are a male and 18 to 25 years of age ( go to www. sss. gov for more information). For federal financial aid programs, an applicant must meet one of the following conditions in order to be considered an independent for the 2010- 2011 academic year: • be born before January 1, 1987 • be a veteran of the U. S. Armed Forces • be married • be an orphan or a ward of the court, or have been a ward of the court until age 18 • be enrolled in a graduate or professional edu-cational program • have legal dependents ( other than a spouse or children) who receive more than one- half their support from you • be currently serving on active duty in the U. S. Armed Forces • have children who receive more than one- half of their support from you • in foster care since turning age 13 • currenty or in post, student was an emanci-pated minor • currently or was in a legal guardianship • currently homeless or at rish of being homeless How to Apply In order to apply for financial aid, a student must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA). Students must file the FAFSA electronically by visit-ing www. fafsa. ed. gov. There is no fee with this appli-cation. Early Fall semester applicants with need, who file before March 1, will receive first consideration for campus- based aid programs, which are subject to funding limitations. Late applications are placed on a waiting list throughout the year. A student may receive one source of aid or a combination of federal and state aid. However, the amount of aid received is limited by the student’s educational cost, family contribution and aid availability. If selected for veri-fication, the student and family must provide docu-mentation of all 2009 taxable income ( signed copies of 1040, 1040A or 1040EZ; with W- 2’ s) and non-taxable income ( disability, child support, etc.). All non- taxable income information provided should be representative of the last calendar year ( 2009 for the 2010- 2011 aid year). 18 www. cravencc. edu Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships Transfer Students Craven Community College encourages all trans-fer students to seek a credit evaluation of course work taken at prior institutions in order to determine if they have satisfied the necessary academic progress criteria to qualify for financial aid. Summer Sessions Please contact the Financial Aid Office for further information and requirements for summer aid. Regulations Governing Federal Assistance Students who receive financial aid must attend all courses for which they are registered during a semes-ter to receive funds. If the Financial Aid Office learns that a student never attended or stopped attending a particular course ( or courses), that student’s finan-cial aid may be affected. ■ ■ Financial Aid Programs Federal Pell Grant The Federal Pell Grant provides grants ranging from $ 400 to $ 5,350 per year to all eligible applicants. * Students must file a Free Application for Federal Student Aid ( FAFSA) at www. fafsa. ed. gov after Jan. 1. The application should list Craven Community College ( code 008086) as one of the colleges. The Financial Aid Office will receive the information electronically in order to determine eligibility for all Federal Aid. Although the federal government allows the FAFSA to be filed by June 30, 2010, the receipt of a valid result must be on file with the Craven Com-munity College Financial Aid Office by the student’s last day of class. For students required to take developmental courses, federal aid funds will only pay for 30 credits attempted of developmental study. Students holding baccalaureate degrees are ineligible for the Federal Pell Grant, but must file the FAFSA to receive other aid consideration. * Subject to change. ■ ■ Other Federal Financial Aid Federal Supplementary Education Opportunity Grant ( SEOG) High- need students may be eligible to receive Federal SEOG grants of $ 1,200 per year. Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree are not eligible. FAFSA is required and funding is limited. Federal Academic Competitiveness Grant ( ACG) PELL recipients who graduated high school after January 2005 with a rigorous diploma may be eligible for the Academic Competitiveness Grant. This award is based on year in college along with academic grades. FAFSA required. Federal College Work- Study ( FCWS) Eligible students may work part- time while in college to help defray their educational cost. Salary starts at $ 7.25 per hour ( subject to change) for 10 to 20 hours of work per week. FAFSA is required and funding is limited. Federal Subsidized and Unsubsidized Stafford Loans/ Direct Loans Students in their first year may borrow up to a maximum of $ 5,500 for dependent students and $ 9,500 for independent students per academic year. Students who are considered to be in their “ sopho-more” year may borrow up to a maximum of $ 6,500 for dependent students and $ 10,500 for independent students. The amount for which a student is eligible is lim-ited by the student’s educational costs minus other aid received. FAFSA is required. Students who receive funds on or after July 1, 2010 will have a fixed interest rate of 4.5% ( subject to change each July). An origination fee of 3% may be deducted by the bank for each loan received. An additional insurance fee of up to 1% may also be deducted by the bank. Repayment begins six months after a student grad-uates, leaves school or drops below half- time, with approximately 10 years to repay the loan. In addition, regulations mandate that an entrance interview be given to students prior to disbursement of loan funds and an exit interview be given before a student grad-uates, leaves school or drops below half- time study. www. cravencc. edu 19 Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships Should a Stafford Loan borrower’s attendance drop below six credits, any subsequent loan disbursements will be cancelled. Students who later re- enroll will be required to reapply for further loan consideration. Loan information is subject to change. Please see the financial aid Web page at www. cravencc. edu for most current information and procedures. Comple-tion of FAFSA is required each year. Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students ( PLUS) Parents ( of dependent students) may apply for a Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students ( PLUS) at a fixed interest rate of 8.5% for loans disbursed after July 1, 2008. Repayment begins 60 days after receipt of the loan check; however, defer-ral provisions are available. The maximum loan is based upon the cost of education minus any other aid received. FAFSA is required. Parents must sub-mit a PLUS request form to the Financial Aid Office. An origination fee of 3% is deducted proportionately from each loan disbursement. Note: An additional insurance fee of up to 1% may also be deducted. See the financial aid Web page at www. cravencc. edu for most current information and procedures. Veterans Benefits Eligible veterans and dependents of disabled or deceased veterans are invited to take advantage of the College’s educational offerings. The College cooper-ates with the Department of Veterans’ affairs ( DVA) and the North Carolina Department of Veterans’ Affairs in assisting eligible veterans/ dependents with their education benefits. Most curriculum courses are approved for veteran training, as well as the Gen-eral Education Development ( GED) Certificate and the Adult High School Diploma Programs ( AHSD). The VA Coordinator in the Student Center will assist veterans and their dependents through the process of acquiring benefits. Vocational Rehabilitation Any physically handicapped student may be eli-gible for assistance through the Federal Vocational Rehabilitation program. In order to qualify, a stu-dent must have a mental or physical disability which is a handicap to employment. There must also be a reasonable expectation that as a result of voca-tional rehabilitation services, the person can become gainfully employed. Each rehabilitation program is designed individually with the student. The amount of the award is based on need and the type of program in which the student is enrolled. It generally pays for tuition, fees, some books and sup-plies and in some cases, for supportive services such as transportation and interpreter services. To apply, the student must contact the Vocational Rehabilitation office nearest the student’s home, or contact the North Carolina Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services, P. O. Box 26053, 805 Ruggles Drive, Raleigh, NC 27611- 6053 or call ( 919) 733- 3364. Academic Progress Standards – Federal Programs The federal government has established satisfac-tory academic progress standards for the following Title IV federal student aid programs: Pell Grant, subsidized loan, unsubsidized loan, SEOG, ACG and college work- study. Satisfactory academic progress requirements are monitored at the end of every enrollment period, once a student has attempted twelve ( 12) credit hours. The requirements are: 1. Maintain a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0. 2. Pass two thirds ( 67%) of all course work attempted. Course work attempted includes withdrawals, automatic withdrawals, incom-pletes, repeated courses and courses taken at CCC prior to the receipt of Federal Student Aid. Developmental course work or courses taken at another institution do not count toward courses attempted or passed. 3. Complete degree requirements within 150% of the published program length. All course work accepted for credit in the program of study will count toward the maximum. Stu-dents who exceed the maximum time frame will not be eligible for any additional Federal Student Aid. Students enrolled in all associate degree programs are allowed a total of 97 credits attempted. Total credits attempted is defined as all credits attempted at Craven Community College after the drop/ add period, including withdrawals, repeated coursework, incompletes, failed courses, medical withdrawals and any transfer credits accepted toward your degree. 20 www. cravencc. edu Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships ** Minimum credits accumulated is defined as all credits passed at Craven Community College and any transfer credits accepted toward a degree. *** Developmental coursework and accepted trans-fer credits are not calculated in the CGPA ( Cumula-tive Grade Point Average). Appeal Process/ Reinstatement of Federal Aid Eligibility Based upon mitigating circumstances, students may be granted exceptions to the College’s satisfac-tory academic progress policy. To apply for an excep-tion, students must: • Submit a letter requesting reinstatement of Federal aid eligibility to the Director of Financial Aid. • Submit documentation ( doctor’s note, police report, social services report, obituary, etc.) with their request Students will be notified in writing if an exception has been granted or denied. ■ ■ State Aid North Carolina Student Incentive Grant ( NCSIG) NCSIG funds are made available through the North Carolina State Education Assistance Author-ity. Eligible students who are legal residents of North Carolina, demonstrate substantial financial need, meet the eligibility requirements and are enrolled full time may be considered for this program. Stu-dents must complete the Free Application for Fed-eral Student Aid ( FAFSA) by the state’s published deadline, usually March 15 for North Carolina. The amount of each grant will be based on the individual student’s demonstrated financial need in relation to resources and cost of attendance. Academic Competitiveness Grant ( ACG) An Academic Competitiveness Grant will provide up to $ 750 for the first year of undergraduate study and up to $ 1,300 for the second year of undergradu-ate study to students enrolled at least half- time, who are eligible for a Federal Pell Grant and who had suc-cessfully completed a rigorous high school program, as determined by the state or local education agency and recognized by the Secretary of Education. Second year students must also have maintained a cumulative grade point average ( GPA) of at least 3.0. The program will be available for the first time for the 2006- 07 school year for first year students who graduated from high school after January 1, 2006 and for second year students who graduated from high school after January 1, 2005. The Academic Competitiveness Grant award is in addition to the Pell Grant award. North Carolina Community College Grant ( NCCCG) The North Carolina Community College Grant is a need- based grant established to help meet the educational costs of NC residents attending com-munity colleges. The student must be a NC resident, be enrolled at least half time ( 6 credit hours), be enrolled in an eligible curriculum program, must be meeting the Satisfactory Academic Progress require-ments and must be meeting the Federal Pell eligibil-ity requirements ( except for the EFC requirement) established by the federal government. This grant does not have to be repaid. To qualify, a student must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid by the published deadline and list a NC Com-munity College as one of the top three choices of institutions. Annual awards will be made based on student’s established need and enrollment status. North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship ( ELS) The North Carolina Education Lottery Scholarship was created by the 2005 General Assembly to provide financial assistance to NC students with need. It is available for students in UNC campuses, Commu-nity College Campuses, and non- profit College Cam-puses where students currently receive state aid. The grant is available in fall 2007. To be eligible for this grant, students must be undergraduate NC residents enrolled at least half- time. Students must meet all Pell Grant eligibility rules and have an expected fam-ily contribution ( EFC) less than or equal to $ 5,000. Education Access Rewards NC Scholars Fund Program ( EARN Program) The EARN Grant is for NC residents classified as dependents for purposes of eligibility for federal financial aid. They must have completed high school or home school, received a GED or AHSD within seven months of starting college. The student must be Pell eligible and enrolled full- time ( 12 or more www. cravencc. edu 21 Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships credit hours). The total family income must not exceed 200% of the applicable federal poverty guide-line for the student’s family size under the poverty guidelines published annually by the federal Depart-ment of Health and Human Services. The maximum time frame for receiving the grant is two academic years. Funding for this program is determined by the State each year. Child Care Program The North Carolina General Assembly appropri-ates funds for child care services for student parents in community colleges. This is approved for a year at the time only. Single parents receive first prior-ity. Applicants must have demonstrated financial need, be enrolled at least half time in a college trans-fer, technical or vocational degree or diploma pro-gram at Craven Community College and be willing to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Applicants must not be receiving child care funds from the Department of Social Services. Child care must be provided by a legal child care provider. Interested students must complete a Child Care Program application and submit a copy of their noti-fication from the Department of Social Services, documenting their application status. Students must also maintain satisfactory academic progress accord-ing to Craven Community College. Craven Community College Scholarships The College Foundation offers a variety of scholar-ships, grants- in- aid and financial awards established for entering, returning and graduating students. See the accompanying grid for a listing of scholarships, grants and awards. The College’s scholarships are awarded annually by the Scholarship and Financial Assistance Com-mittee ( except where noted). Recipients of these scholarships are selected based upon donor criteria which could include: demonstrated financial need, academic achievement, faculty recommendations and the availability of scholarship funds ( see scholar-ship grid). All scholarship forms ( Entering Freshmen Scholarships, President’s Scholarships, Return-ing Student Scholarships) are available after Jan. 15 from the College Web site or the Financial Aid Office. Applicants are encouraged to apply for scholarships online at www. cravencc. edu. A student needs to file only one application for a given category of scholarship ( one application will submit the student’s name for consideration for all of the entering scholarships). Students awarded scholarships based upon recommenda-tions of faculty departments and/ or by the Com-mittee on Scholarship and Financial Assistance will be notified in June. 22 www. cravencc. edu Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships ■ ■ Scholarship Opportunities ( FT = Students enrolled in 12 hours or more; PT = Students enrolled in fewer than 12 hours) Area of Study Need Based Grade Based Student Type Other Requirements Name of Scholarship Business X X FT Enrolled in general business or business related curriculum; NC resident; interest in further education Robert L. Hanson Scholarship Criminal Justice X FT Resident of Jones, Craven or Pamlico County; does not include BLET Fraternal Order of Police Tri- County Lodge # 2 Education X FT Graduate of Craven County school; Second yr education major with plans to transfer to a four year school in Education New Bern/ Craven County Retired School Personnel Education X FT Craven County high school graduate; resident/ citizen of North Carolina; preference given to education majors Ruth Gold Endowment Education X FT Upcoming sophomore in degree or associate degree in education Selma B. Crofton Electronic or Electrical X X FT/ PT Enrolled in electronic and/ or electrical fields at least 6 credit hours; NC resident; interest in further education Olin E. Finch and T. Earl Finch Scholarship Medical X FT NC resident; interest in transfer to a four year institution in a medical field Millns Endowment Scholarship Nursing X X FT/ PT Completed three terms of ADN Program; enrolled at least 9 credit hours/ semester; behavioral characteristics Craven/ Pamlico/ Jones Medical Auxiliary Scholarship Nursing X FT/ PT Completed two semesters of ADN program; NC resident; enrolled at least 9 credit hrs/ semester D. Livingston Stallings Scholarship Nursing X X FT/ PT Enrolled at least 9 credit hours in nursing curriculum; interest in further education/ patient care Janet MacDonald Coats Scholarship Technical/ Vocational X X FT/ PT Enrolled in technical/ vocational area at least 9 credit hrs/ semester; NC resident; interest in further education Thurman E. Brock Scholarship Technical X X FT In second year of a technical degree; scholastic promise Wachovia Technical Scholarship Any X FT/ PT Female/ non traditional student; completed 12 semester hrs successfully; interest in bachelor’s degree American Association of University Women Any X X FT/ PT Female student; resident of Craven or Pamlico County; second year student Beta Sigma Phi Sorority Any X X FT/ PT NC resident, single mother, enrolled at least 9 credit hours; interest in further education Constance Newton Lupton Memorial Any X FT Graduating senior from a Craven County high school Craven Community College Foundation Any Craven County resident and CCC graduate accepted to a baccalaureate degree program Craven County Endowment Scholarship ( Transfer) www. cravencc. edu 23 Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships Area of Study Need Based Grade Based Student Type Other Requirements Name of Scholarship Any X FT Craven County resident w/ no more than 76 hrs at CCC; in degree/ diploma program Craven County Scholarship Endowment Any X X FT/ PT NC resident; interest in further education Elliott A. and Clara F. Bennett Scholarship Any X FT/ PT Citizen/ resident of NC; consideration given but not limited to students interested in nursing and/ or battered spouse and/ or volunteer at a hospital and/ or student with grown children Evelyn Newsome Saunders Scholarship Any X X FT Member or dependent of member of First Flight Credit Union. First Flight Credit Union Scholarship Any X FT Resident of NC and Craven County; college or community involvement James B Stocks Scholarship Any X X FT/ PT Income under $ 25,000 annually; resident of Craven County Johnnie Sampson, Jr. Scholarship Foundation Any X X FT/ PT Graduating senior from a Craven County high school; resident of Craven; involvement in community service activities Kiwanis Club Scholarship Any X X FT/ PT NC resident; interest in further education Mary Dale Bender Scholarship Any X X FT NC resident; interest in further education Mike D. and Linda P. Jones Scholarship Any X FT/ PT Child, grandchild or great grandchild of chapter 808, NARFE or another NARFE chapter or federal retiree or active federal employee or any deserving student who qualifies for financial aid National Active and Retired Federal Employees ( NARFE) Any X FT/ PT Craven County resident at least 2 yrs; local high school graduate or student at CCC enrolled at least 6 credit hours New Bern Rotary Club Any X X FT/ PT Completed at least one year in program of study New Bern Woman’s Club, Margaret Creech Scholarship Any X X FT Graduate of NC high school in Associate degree, diploma or certificate program; resident of NC; continues at the college for duration of the scholarship; is not an employee or family member of an employee or Director of the SECU or its Foundation State Employees’ Credit Union Foundation Scholarship Any X FT Current graduate of Craven County high school; resident and citizen of NC Tia McClendon Scholarship Any X FT NC resident; interest in college transfer to four yr institiution Fred and Florence Woodruff Endowment Scholarship 24 www. cravencc. edu Tuition, Financial Aid & Scholarships Area of Study Need Based Grade Based Student Type Other Requirements Name of Scholarship Any X X FT/ PT Female within 2 years of reaching educational goal; has had at least 24 months as a nonstudent in adult life P. E. O. Program for Continuing Education Scholarship Accounting/ Business Admin. X X FT/ PT Enrolled in Accounting or Business Administration; not eligible for federal assistance CCC Business Office Scholarship Any X X FT NC resident; interest in further education Trawick H. Stubbs Endowment Any X X FT/ PT NC resident; enrolled in at least 9 hours; interest in further education Scott and Lisa Ralls Leadership Endowment www. cravencc. edu 25 Advising & Registration ■ ■ Advising Services The Student Center at the New Bern Campus pro-vides information, advising, and registration assis-tance for all students at the College. All students should periodically visit the Center to review their progress towards their educational goals or to seek assistance in all aspects of the college experience. Students are encouraged to seek the assistance of the advising staff for any academic, career, or per-sonal concerns that might arise. Advising sessions are confidential. It is not necessary to make an appoint-ment to see an advisor. In situations where counsel-ing is required, advisors will assist with appropriate referrals. Advising services are available at both the New Bern and Havelock campuses during the following hours: New Bern Campus – Student Center Havelock Campus – Redd Building Monday – Thursday 7: 30 a. m. - 7: 00 p. m. Friday – 7: 30 a. m. – 5: 00 p. m. Summer hours may vary. ■ ■ Registration The academic year is composed of two semesters— Fall and Spring— each of which consists of 16 instruc-tional weeks. Shorter sessions, including fourteen week and eight week sessions are also provided for students. Summer session courses are a minimum of eight weeks. Registration occurs according to the Academic Calendar, typically one month prior to the semes-ter start. Students may make an appointment to talk with an advisor to develop an educational plan. A payment plan for tuition and fees is available in Student Services. Students meeting certain criteria may register online through WebAdvisor, an online portal for students to register, to check grades and to locate course information. Students are encour-aged to register early to have a better selection of course offerings. Once enrolled in courses, students may drop or add courses according to the Academic Calendar. Students will not be able to register for a class after the class has begun. To register: 1. Complete the Application. 2. Take the Placement Test ( new students) or see an Advisor ( currently enrolled students). 3. Visit Financial Aid if seeking financial assistance. 4. Select courses based on your Program of Study. 5. Register for classes. 6. Pay tuition and fees or make arrangements to participate in the Payment Plan through the Student Center. Student E- mail Each student registered with the College receives a student e- mail account, which is the college’s official means for contacting students. Information critical to student success and academic standing is commu-nicated through this means. Students are responsible for regularly checking their e- mail account. Credit Load Students should enroll in the number of courses that will allow for successful completion. In general, students should plan on spending one hour of study outside the scheduled classroom time for each hour of credit awarded in a course. Semester hour credit is awarded as follows: one semester hour of credit for each hour per week of class lecture, one semes-ter hour of credit for each two or three hours per week of laboratory work depending on the type of laboratory, and one semester hour of credit for each ten hours of cooperative education work experience. See Course Descriptions for particular course credit information. Prerequisites A prerequisite course is one that must be completed prior to registration for another course. Course pre-requisites are listed in this Catalog directly under the course description. Check the Catalog carefully prior to attempting to register for a class. All prerequisites must be met prior to beginning a course although prerequisites can be in progress when a student registers. 26 www. cravencc. edu Advising & Registration Corequisites A corequisite is a course that must be completed at the same time as another course. Course corequisites are listed in the Course Description section of this Catalog. Auditing a Course Students wishing to audit courses must complete a Permit to Audit form and be registered for the course. The audit student receives no course credit; however, students auditing classes may participate in class projects, class work, class discussions, and take examinations. In the event of limited classroom space, priority for a classroom seat must go to the student enrolled for credit. A change from audit to credit is permitted only during the registration period. Students may change a course from credit to audit through the last day to withdraw. ( See the Academic Calendar for date.) Procedures for changing credit to audit during reg-istration period. 1. Obtain a Permit to Audit Courses form in Student Services. 2. Complete the Permit to Audit Courses form and have Financial Aid sign the audit form ( Financial Aid can be affected by this change). 3. Submit the completed form to Student Ser-vices. Students may change a course from credit to an audit through the last day to withdraw. NOTICE: Financial Aid and Veterans’ Benefits are not available for audited courses. Repeating a Course Students may repeat a course as many times neces-sary to receive a passing grade. Students who audit or receive a passing grade may repeat a course twice ( 2) times. Each attempt will be recorded, and all grades will be reflected on the transcript. The high-est grade will be used to calculate a cumulative grade point average. No course may be counted more than once toward graduation. Students who receive trans-fer credit for a course may repeat it twice. Students will not receive veterans benefits or financial aid for repeating a course for which they have already passed or received transfer credit. Military students will not receive tuition assis-tance for courses previously covered by tuition assistance. If a student wishes to retake a previously passed course more than three times for personal benefit or otherwise, the student must pay the actual cost of the course, based on the current rate for self- supporting courses ( this cost is at a higher tuition rate). Students planning to transfer to other colleges or universities should note that these institutions may include all course attempts when calculating their grade point averages for admissions purposes, and may not honor this school’s computations. ■ ■ Withdrawals Student Course Withdrawal After registration, students cannot add classes, but may withdraw from a course through the last day to withdraw from class ( see the Academic Calendar). This procedure must be completed before students miss 20% of the class meetings or 10% of class meet-ings for developmental courses. Withdrawal from a course can affect financial aid awards, but does not affect a student’s grade point average. A student should first talk to the instructor and advisor to see if there is any way to remain in the course. If not, the student must ( 1) complete a Registration Change Form, ( 2) have an advisor sign the form, and ( 3) sub-mit the form to Student Services. Instructor/ Course Withdrawal Faculty may elect to withdraw a student from class for excessive absences. See individual course syllabus for faculty expectation for attendance. Official Withdrawal from the College To withdraw from all of the current semester’s courses, a student must complete the college with-drawal form found in the Student Center. The stu-dent should discuss withdrawing with an advisor. Students’ financial aid and future academic records may be affected by a withdrawal and should be dis-cussed with a Financial Aid professional. www. cravencc. edu 27 Advising & Registration Course Substitution Under extenuating circumstances, a student may request approval of a course substitution to comply with a required course in the relevant Program of Study. Course substitution requires final approval by the appropriate Academic Dean; the form can be obtained from an advisor or Academic Dean. Cancellation of Classes The College reserves the right to cancel any class due to insufficient enrollment, limitation of funds, lack of qualified staff availability, or lack of physical facilities. Students enrolled in cancelled classes will be notified and will have an opportunity to register for available courses. Students should be sure that the College has a current phone number and home address and that they regularly check their student e- mail account. Change of Program Students seeking a change of program should com-plete a Request for Change of Program form obtained from the Student Services or an advisor. The change shall be effective at the beginning of the next semes-ter, or later, as specified by the student. A student’s grade point average will not be recalculated when a student changes his/ her program. A complete listing of the programs of study for all college transfer degrees, applied degrees and the gen-eral education degree can be found in this Catalog. Parking Permits All students are required to obtain and properly display a parking permit. Parking permits and Cam-pus Parking Rules and Regulations are available from Student Services and the Havelock office. Short- term parking for visitors to the New Bern campus is avail-able adjacent to the Brock Administration Building and to the Havelock campus adjacent to the Redd building. Eligibility for a handicapped parking space generally requires display of the Handicapped Placard from the North Carolina Division of Motor Vehicles. Applications for the Handicapped Placard are avail-able from the office of the Campus Security. ■ ■ GRADUATION Eligibility for graduation is based on the following criteria: • The minimum number of course credit hours prescribed in the program of study has been completed. A student receiving an Associate Degree must complete a minimum of 25 per-cent of the respective program credit hours at Craven Community College. • All courses have been completed with a cumulative quality point average of at least 2.0. • All graduation requirements have been met within three years from the last term enrolled as a Craven Community College student. • All financial obligations to the College have been met. Graduation Application It is the responsibility of the student to make appli-cation for graduation. Students should see an advisor to confirm that requirements have been met. Gradu-ation applications are filed with the Registrar. ( See Academic Calendar for dates). The student may pur-chase his/ her cap and gown in the campus bookstore and pay their diploma fee in the College Business Office. ( All Graduation Fees are nonrefundable.) 28 www. cravencc. edu Advising & Registration www. cravencc. edu 29 Student Services & Learning Support Craven Community College is committed to pro-viding students an opportunity to be successful in their educational goals. A wide variety of learning support systems are available to assist students. ■ ■ Academic Skills Center An Academic Skills Center ( ASC) is located on both campuses. The Jane Moore Stubbs ASC on the New Bern Campus is located in Barker Hall. The Havelock ASC is located in the Redd Building. Both campuses have a Computer Lab, Writing Lab, and Math Lab. The Centers offer workshops on special topics and assist student with special needs. Students are strongly encouraged to take advantage of the rich resources available to assist in their learning. The Computer Lab offers a wide range of tutorial software, word processing programs, and research materials. Knowledgeable student assistants are available. The Math Lab and Writing Lab are staffed by instructors and advanced students who can offer assistance with any level of math or writing. Make- up Exams are administered per instructor guidelines. A Student Help Desk is available for Blackboard and technical support in the ASC during college operating hours when classes are in session. New Bern ASC Hours ( Fall and Spring) Monday – Thursday 8 a. m. to 7 p. m. Friday 8 a. m. to 5 p. m. Havelock ASC Hours Monday – Thursday 8 a. m. to 7 p. m. Friday 8 a. m. to 5 p. m. Summer hours vary. ■ ■ Disability Services The College is committed to working with students with different learning styles and those with docu-mented learning disabilities. If a student believes that disability- related issues have affected or may affect academic progress, he/ she may voluntarily supply documentation about the disability and its specific impact on educational experiences to the Academic Skills Center Director. If the student supplies such documentation, the Col-lege will keep it confidential and use it only as part of efforts to increase access by individuals with disabili-ties in accordance with ADA mandates. If a student chooses not to supply this information, he/ she will not be eligible for accommodations. Because each individual situation and each service, program, and activity are different, accommodation decisions are made on a case- by- case basis. It is the College’s policy to afford disabled persons every rea-sonable opportunity to receive the benefits and ser-vices provided by the College and to succeed. The College strives to keep the lines of communication open between students with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation and those instructors and other College personnel who are responsible for the services, programs, and activities. ■ ■ Library Both the New Bern Campus and the Havelock Campus offer library resources to meet the curricular and instructional needs of Craven Community Col-lege students, faculty, and staff, and the informational and leisure needs of the community as a whole. The library provides a number of resources and services including electronic resources, a teacher resource center, computer lab, wireless internet access, and laptops that can be checked out for use in the library. Users may also arrange to get materials from other institutions through our interlibrary loan system. Additional resources are available online through the library’s Web site: www. cravencc. edu/ educational/ learningresources. cfm. Affiliation with the college is not required for library usage. Anyone who lives in Craven County and is over the age of 18 may apply for a library card and borrow items. 30 www. cravencc. edu Student Services & Learning Support ■ ■ Orientation All new students are invited to participate in an orientation session prior to the start of the semes-ter. Students are encouraged to participate in these opportunities to become acquainted with the Col-lege, its resources, services, people, and facilities. ■ ■ Student Activities While academics are of primary importance at the College, learning and development outside the class-room is also critical. For that reason, participation in student organizations is encouraged. Students wish-ing to join a club should contact the faculty advisor for that club. Names of club advisors can be obtained in Student Services or the college web site. All stu-dent organizations must be approved by the admin-istration and the Student Government Association ( SGA). Each organization must meet and adhere to the criteria and procedures established by the admin-istration and SGA. The following are active clubs. • Accounting Club – The objectives of the CCC Accounting Club shall be ( 1) to provide the opportunity for leadership training and professional development ( 2) to serve on the campus and in the community ( 3) to encour-age participation in group activities ( 4) to promote good fellowship and high scholarship and ( 5) to promote the adoption and applica-tion of high social, business, and professional standards. • Alumni Association – The Alumni Associa-tion gives its members an opportunity ( 1) to advance the growth and development of the College, ( 2) to enhance their personal, educational, and professional development as well as that of other alumni, and ( 3) to estab-lish, promote, and maintain mutual benefits through relationships with the college com-munity and its alumni. • Associate Degree Nursing Club ( ADN) – the purpose of the Club shall be the promotion of scholarship, the development leadership, and the promotion of service and the cultivation of fellowship among members. Any student enrolled in the Associate Degree Nursing pro-gram may be a member of the Club. • Automotive Technology Club – The purpose of the Automotive Technology Club is ( 1) to promote professional competency among students who are training to be automo-tive technicians, ( 2) to research, coordinate, and provide opportunities for educational field trips to observe and learn about various aspects of the automotive industry, ( 3) to host guest speakers/ instructors from the automo-tive industry in order to become informed about current trends and new products, and ( 4) to assist club members in finding indus-try- related jobs within the local area. • Bible Club – The Craven Community College Bible Club is a non- denominational gathering of students who desire to study the Holy Bible and apply it to their daily lives. The purpose of the club is to promote an understanding of the Bible, influence unity and morality among students and faculty, and to offer positive contributions toward academic achievement, overall success and well- being. • Book Society ( A) – The purpose of the A Book Society is to discuss books and spread the appreciation of and for literature while taking part in community service that is somehow related to literature. • Business and Banking Club – The purpose of the Business and Banking Club is ( 1) to pro-vide the opportunity for leadership training in service, ( 2) to serve on the campus and in the community, ( 3) to encourage participation in group activities, and ( 4) to promote good fellowship and high scholarship. • CCC Ambassadors – The CCC Ambassadors are an honorary group of students who have been nominated by faculty and staff to repre-sent the College at special events on campus and in the community. • Campus Activities Board ( CAB) – CAB is the College’s programming board caters to the entire student body. Members aid in the selec-tion entertainment, food and much more. Many of the events supported by CAB are traditional, such as Welcome Week, Fall Fest, AOD Week and Spring Fling. However, new ideas are happily accepted and can be planned by the board’s recommendations. CAB meets weekly. www. cravencc. edu 31 Student Services & Learning Support • Communications Club – The Commu-nication Club purpose is to ( 1) promote print communications at Craven Com-munity College ( 2) to provide an oppor-tunity for club members serve together productively, and ( 3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the faculty and students. • Craven Early College Club ( CEC) – The purpose of the CEC Club shall be ( 1) to promote teamwork and leadership qualities ( 2) to promote professional competency ( 3) to raise awareness of CEC and it’s educational vision, mission, and goals ( 4) to provide an opportunity for club members to serve together produc-tively and ( 5) to provide structure for the development of academic, social, athletic, fiscal, and service projects. • Criminal Justice Society – The purpose of the Criminal Justice Society is ( 1) to enhance the image of the College, ( 2) to increase the community awareness of the criminal justice system, ( 3) to provide association for the criminal justice stu-dents, and ( 4) to promote a sense of unity and academic support. • Encore! – is Craven Community Col-lege’s singing ambassadors and the group of students performs throughout the community. • Fine Arts Club – The purpose of the Fine Arts Club is ( 1) to promote professional competency, ( 2) to provide an oppor-tunity for members to serve together productively, and ( 3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the faculty and students. • Fitness Health and Wellness ( FHW) – The club objective is ( 1) to serve as a sup-port organization for students that would like to become more educated about full body fitness and healthy eating ( 2) to help students enjoy themselves through divers ways of becoming fit and ( 3) to build not only fit people but also healthy relation-ships that last a lifetime. Club Motto: Fit Together— Building fit people and healthy relationships. • Forensics Society - The purpose of the Forensics Society is ( 1) to promote pro-fessional competency in public speaking, ( 2) to provide an opportunity for mem-bers to serve the College and community in forensic activity, and ( 3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the speech faculty and students. • The Forum Club – at Craven Com-munity College strives to promote and enhance awareness through documenta-ries about social, economic, and political issues. It provides a forum in which bal-anced discussions can take place between students and the community at large. We also provide social events such as Contra Dancing to bring students and the com-munity together for dancing / entertain-ment in a safe and fun environment. • Havelock Student Association – The purpose of the Havelock Student Asso-ciation shall be ( 1) to promote student activities on the Havelock campus and ( 2) to promote more communication and cooperation between the New Bern Cam-pus and Havelock Campus. • History Club – The purpose of the club shall be to promote a better understand-ing of history’s cultures and historical events. • International Club – The purpose do the Club shall be ( 1) to promote an apprecia-tion of International cultures as reflected in art, music, literature, film and other media ( 2) to develop ties with the Inter-national community in and around New Bern as a means of both serving and better understanding such community ( 3) to provide leadership opportunities for its members ( 4) to enhance the language skills of students of the Spanish, French, and German languages through both educational and recreational means ( 5) to assist students in the acquisition of those sills that will best prepare them to func-tion effectively and successfully in the multi- cultural, multi- lingual, competitive marketplace of the 21st century. 32 www. cravencc. edu Student Services & Learning Support • Learning Community Club – The purpose of the Learning Community Club is to ( 1) to promote professional competency, ( 2) to promote teamwork and leadership quali-ties, ( 3) to provide moral support to fellow students, ( 4) to provide an opportunity for team members to serve together productively, and ( 5) to promote better understanding and cooperation between the faculty members and students. • License Practical Nursing Club ( LPN) – The purpose of the Club shall be the promotion of scholarship, the development of leadership, and the promotion of service and cultivation of fellowship among members. • Literary and Arts Society – The purpose of the Literary and Arts Society is to showcase the diverse literary and artistic talents of the Craven Community College students, faculty, alumni, and staff. • Machinists Club – The purpose of the Machinists Club is ( 1) to promote professional competency, ( 2) to provide an opportunity for the members to serve together productively, and ( 3) to promote better understanding and cooperation among members of the faculty and students. • Male Mentoring Empowerment Group ( MMEG) – The purpose of the club shall be ( a) offer workshops and/ or sessions, which will facilitate discussion groups and/ or refer male student’s to receive and exchange infor-mation and provide assistance in several areas ( b) to engender fellowship and camaraderie among members ( c) to retain and support males through the completion of their post-secondary goals ( d) to promote community awareness and involvement. • Multicultural Society – The purpose of the Multicultural Society is ( 1) to develop a better understanding of minority special problems and concerns, ( 2) to develop community awareness of minority issues, and ( 3) to foster among students a better understanding of the vital role minorities play in society. • National Vocational/ Technical Honor Society – The purpose of the National Vocational/ Technical Honor Society is ( 1) to encourage scholastic achievement, skill development, service leadership, citizenship, and individual responsibility, ( 2) to cultivate and champion a stronger, more positive image for work force education in society. • Panthers Baseball Club – The Panthers Baseball Club is the official baseball athletic club team of Craven Community College. All players must be a full- time student and meet the eligibility of the National Club Baseball Association ( NCBA) which is the govern-ing association in which the club plays. Any eligible full- time student is able to try- out for the team in beginning of each semester. • Phi Beta Lambda – The purpose of Phi Beta Lambda ( PBL) is to provide additional oppor-tunities for students to develop vocational competencies for business and office occupa-tions and business teacher education. • Phi Theta Kappa – The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa, a national honor society of two- year colleges, is to promote scholarship, the devel-opment of leadership, and service by cultivating fellowship among qualified students. Each candidate for membership must have a 3.5 GPA. • Rotaract Club – The purpose of the Rotaract organization is to provide an opportunity for young men and women to enhance the knowl-edge and skills that will assist them in personal development, to address the physical and social needs of their communities, ant to promote better relations between all people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service. • Sigma Phi Sigma Sigma – The purpose for this society shall be ( 1) to promote relation-ship building through participation in both on- campus and off- campus activities spon-sored b the Society ( 2) to promote fellowship amongst the Society’s members, fellow stu-dents on campus and within the community ( 3) to provide support for Society members in their pursuit for success in their academic and personal endeavors and ( 4) to motivate students to be successful in both academics and personal endeavors by providing oppor-tunities to develop leadership skills. www. cravencc. edu 33 Student Services & Learning Support • Sign Language Club – The purpose of the Sign Language club is ( 1) to promote under-standing of the hearing impaired community to the students and faculty, ( 2) to provide an opportunity for members to serve together productively, and ( 3) to promote together-ness amongst the entire student/ teacher population. • Student Government Association – The Stu-dent Government Association( SGA) shall be the representative organization of the Student Body of Craven Community College ( the “ College”), and in that capacity shall assure positive communication and promote activi-ties that are in keeping with the best inter-ests of the College and its Student Body. All curriculum students who pay student activity fees of the College, both part- time and full-time, shall be members of the Student Body. Each year new clubs and organizations are formed by students with different interests. Contact the Stu-dent Life Coordinator in the Student Center. ■ ■ Students Rights and Responsibilities The policies and procedures related to students are developed and enforced to ensure that all students have a positive educational experience while attend-ing the college, and that the College operates in a manner that fulfills its mission. Consistent with its educational mission, the College desires to promote student understanding of the balance between indi-vidual privileges and college responsibilities, as well as to provide everyone in the college community a safe environment, conducive to student learning and success. Students are expected to familiarize them-selves and to be accountable for information con-tained in all college publications ( catalog, student handbooks, information provided through student e- mail, course schedules, syllabi etc.) relating to stu-dent responsibilities. In general, all students are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that promotes and supports both students’ educational endeavors and objectives of the College. These policies address a number of student- related issues: • Acceptable Use of Technology, • Accommodation of Individuals with Disabilities, • Drug and Alcohol Use, • Sexual and other unlawful Harassment, • Appeal Procedures, • Student Code of Conduct and Disciplinary Policy • Student Appeals for Grades and Discipline • Tobacco Free Campus • Student Grievance Procedure • Governance, and • Publications. Students should view these and other student poli-cies and procedures in their entirety on our Web site at www. cravencc. edu/ about/ policies. cfm# sec. ■ ■ English as a Second Language English as a Second Language is designed to teach immigrants and refugees basic survival skills for our culture and society. Through these classes, they learn to speak, read, and write the English language. They may also study for their citizenship. Advanced stud-ies include preparation for the GED. Distance Edu-cation ( Learn at Home) course work is also available through videos and Internet access. Contact 252- 638- 7265 for more information. Para mayor informacion sobre las clases de Ingles como Segundo Idioma para registrarse, llame. 34 www. cravencc. edu Student Services & Learning Support ■ ■ College and University Visits Four- year college and university representatives schedule visits on campus to talk with students inter-ested in attending their institutions. These visits are scheduled and advertised through Student Services and student e- mail. ■ ■ Career Services Career Services are available in the Student Center. The College is committed to assisting students with career assessment and planning. The establishment of a Career Resource Center is currently underway. ■ ■ Fitness Center A Fitness Center for students and staff is located in the Student Center on the New Bern Campus. Credit wellness and activity classes are offered in the Fit-ness Center along with “ open lab” hours designated throughout the week. Free weights, yoga DVDs, and various exercise equipment are available for use. ■ ■ Food Service Food service is available in the Student Center on the New Bern campus through River Bend Deli. Vending machines are located in the Student Lounges on both campuses and coffee and snacks can be pur-chased in the Bookstore. ■ ■ Bookstore Follett Higher Education Group operates book-stores at both the New Bern campus and the Have-lock campus where students may purchase textbooks, supplies and other items. The Havelock campus has limited service, generally prior to and the first few days of each semester. The cost of textbooks and other materials varies. Students may return books for a refund within seven business days of class. Books purchased after the first day of class may be returned within two business days from the date of the receipt. An appropriate reg-ister receipt must accompany all books returned to the bookstore. Used or damaged books will not be accepted for return. Textbooks for highly enrolled courses are on reserve in the Library for limited use. www. cravencc. edu 35 Academic Information Craven Community College is committed to sup-porting a learning- centered environment that pre-pares students for the 21st century global community in which we live. Faculty are dedicated to student success and high academic standards. ■ Course Syllabi Syllabi act as a contract between the instructor and students and refl ect actual practice in the classroom environment, including attendance expectations, grading practices, and expected learning outcomes. Each faculty member creates course syllabi for all courses taught. Th e syllabus is distributed to students on the fi rst day of class, and lists faculty offi ce hours, times when students may be provided individual assistance by the faculty member. Changes to the ini-tial syllabus must be issued in writing to students. ■ Academic Dishonesty Academic dishonesty is regarded by the College as a breach of academic ethics and deserves consequences. Academic dishonesty includes acts such as cheating, plagiarism, knowingly furnishing false information, forgery, alteration, or any use of identifi cation or other projects with an intent to defraud. Faculty may take action to address cases involving academic dishonesty as they deem appropriate. Repeated acts of academic dishonesty will be referred to the Vice President of Student Services, who has the author-ity to administer more severe disciplinary actions according to the Student Code of Conduct. 36 www. cravencc. edu Academic Information Grade Descriptions A 4.0 point system is used to calculate student quality point averages. The letter grades used on the permanent records are as follows: Letter Grade Letter Definition Description Quality Points/ GPA A Excellent Successful mastery of all course requirements as specified by the instructor with excellent quality of performance and knowledge. 4 B Above Average Successful completion of all course requirements as specified by the instructor with high quality of performance. 3 C Average Successful completion of all course requirements as specified by the instructor with an average quality of performance. 2 D Below Average Successful completion of all course requirements as specified by the instructor with a minimal quality of performance. 1 F Failing Failure to successfully complete all course requirements as specified by the instructor. 0 I Incomplete Grade Temporary grade assigned at the discretion of the instructor subject to approval of the Academic Dean for extenuating circumstances.* 0 W Withdrawal Official withdrawal from the course without academic penalty. 0 AU Audit Audit. Curriculum courses ONLY. 0 AW Automatic Withdrawal Instructor withdrawal of the student from course for excessive absences without academic penalty. 0 CE Credit by Examination Credit by Examination. Curriculum courses ONLY. 0 FG Forgiveness Grade Previous failure to successfully complete all course requirements, but cumulative grade point average recalculated under the College forgiveness policy. 0 NA Never Attended The instructor withdrew the student who never attended from course without academic penalty. 0 * It is the student’s responsibility to contact the instructor regarding work to be completed for the removal of the “ I” grade. A Grade of “ I” must Be Removed During the First Eight Weeks of the next Semester or it Automatically Becomes an “ F.” ( example: Spring semester incomplete grades must be removed no later than the first eight weeks of the next Fall semester. Associate Degree Nursing and Practical Nursing students must remove an incomplete grade prior to the beginning of the next semester of study.) This policy may be waived through petition to and approval of the Executive Vice President. www. cravencc. edu 37 Academic Information Grades for Developmental Studies Courses Letter Grade Letter Definition Description Quality Points/ GPA SA 90- 100 Satisfactory with an A. 0 SB 80- 89 Satisfactory with a B. 0 SP Satisfactory Progress Satisfactory progress. Register again for the same course. 0 U Unsatisfactory Unsatisfactory. Retake the course. 0 Computation of Quality Point Average ( QPA) To calculate quality points, multiply the number of credits of a course by the numeric value of the grade earned. For example: An A ( 4 quality points) in Expository Writing ( 3 credits) produces 12 quality points ( 4 x 3 = 12) or a C ( 2 quality points) in Calculus I ( 4 credits) produces 8 quality points ( 2 x 4 = 8). To determine academic average for a given semester, divide the quality points earned by the number semester hours credit calculated for the Semester Grade Point Average ( GPA). The same formula, dividing the total number of quality points by the total number of credits calculated is used to calculate the cumulative Quality Point Average ( CumGPA). The letter for each subject will be converted to a quality point equivalent. The quality points are then multiplied by the semester hours. The total quality points are then divided by the total hours to give the quality point average. Example: Class Grade Quality Points Semester Hours Credit Total Quality Points ACA 115 A 4 x 1 = 4 EDU 111 B 3 x 2 = 6 PSY 150 D 1 x 3 = 3 EDU 112 C 2 x 2 = 4 HEA 110 C 2 x 3 = 6 Totals 11 23 Divide: 23 divided by 11 equals 2.09 Your quality point average is 2.09 Grade Reports Students’ grades will be posted after each semester on Web Advisor, the College’s online portal for student information. 38 www. cravencc. edu Academic Information Change of Grade Students are responsible for checking the accuracy of their grades with the instructors. Awarding grades to students is the responsibility of the instructor. Once awarded, a grade may be changed only upon written explanation and authorization from the faculty to the Registrar using the Change of Grade Report form. Extraordinary circumstances will be referred to the instructor’s supervisor. Students may appeal a disputed grade through the Student Grade Appeals process. Good Academic Standing Students maintaining a cumulative quality point average of 2.0 are considered to be in good academic standing with the college. Students whose averages fall below 2.0 will be notified. Students not maintain-ing good academic standing will be encouraged to consider a different program of study, developmen-tal studies, lighter course load and/ or work schedule, extra study in the Academic Skills Center, or assis-tance of a tutor. During the next enrolled semester, the student should show significant progress toward satisfying graduation requirements. Some programs or curricula within the College have different, specific, or higher academic requirements which shall super-sede general statements made in the General Catalog or other college publications. Each student shall be responsible for knowing and understanding the spe-cific rules, regulations, and standards which apply in the program or curriculum in which he or she is enrolled. ■ ■ Academic Recognition Dean’s List To recognize students with outstanding scholastic records, the College publishes a Dean’s List shortly after each semester. To qualify for the Dean’s List, a student must complete a minimum course load of 12 curriculum credit hours and achieve a 3.5 qual-ity point average for the semester without a grade of “ Incomplete”. Students achieving an overall 3.5 or better quality point average in programs will be rec-ognized at graduation. ■ ■ Phi Theta Kappa The purpose of Phi Theta Kappa, a national honor society of two- year colleges, is to promote scholar-ship, the development of leadership, and service by cultivating fellowship among qualified students. Each candidate for membership must have a 3.5 GPA. ■ ■ Grade Appeal The purpose of the Student Final Grade Appeal Process is to provide a student with a mechanism to appeal a disputed final grade, while respecting the academic authority of the instructor. This process recognizes the following: • Every student has a right to receive a final grade based upon a fair and unprejudiced evaluation determined by a method that is applied consistently and is neither arbitrary nor capricious; and, • Instructors have the right to assign a final grade based on any method that is profession-ally acceptable, submitted in writing to all students, and applied equally. The following procedure will enable a student to exercise this right: 1. Any appeal of a final grade should be initiated within two weeks of the start of the following semester by the student conferring with the instructor to determine that there has been no mistake and to present his or her case. 2. If the case is not resolved by the instructor, the instructor will suggest that the student complete a “ Student Grade Appeal” form which should be signed and dated by the instructor and submitted by the student to the department Chair/ Dean who will hear his or her appeal. The submitted “ Student Grade Appeal” form should have the course syllabus and any relevant course work attached. This should be completed within two weeks from the date of the grade appeal meeting with the instructor. 3. If the case cannot be resolved at the depart-ment level, the student should submit to the supervising dean a copy of the “ Student Grade Appeal” with appropriate signatures and dates and request an appointment. www. cravencc. edu 39 Academic Information This should be completed within two weeks from the date of the grade appeal meeting with the department chair/ program director. 4. If the issue is unresolved, the student may submit within two weeks a copy of the “ Student Grade Appeal” which includes the dean’s signature to the Chief Academic Officer ( CAO). The CAO may at his/ her discretion create a committee of three individuals to hear the student’s appeal. The committee should consist of a member of the Student Government Association, a faculty member from the same department as the appealed instructor if possible ( but excluding the department chair and appealed instructor), and a third member of the CAO’s choice. 5. The committee will make a recommenda-tion to the CAO. The CAO will confer with the instructor for final determination. The student should be notified of the decision in writing within two weeks of the request. This decision is final. Timeliness – Processing at each step cannot exceed two weeks; however, the time may be extended by agreement of both parties or by extenuating circum-stances as decided by the administrator to whom the grievance is presented. If the administrator at each step does not meet processing time limitations, the student may then request higher administrative assistance in obtaining requested relief. ■ ■ Academic Forgiveness A student who has not been enrolled in curriculum courses in the College for 36 consecutive months since his/ her last grade of “ F” may request that the Registrar reevaluate the student’s academic records. This policy will allow a student to request that any previously earned grades of “ F” be removed from the calculations of the cumulative grade point average. Prior to the reevaluation, the student must enroll in the College and complete at least 12 credit hours with a minimum of a “ C” ( quality point average of 2.0) in each course. Previously earned grades of “ F” will still be reflected on the transcript; however, at the student’s request, the Registrar will recalculate the student’s cumulative quality point average as appropriate. This reevaluation will be done only once for each student. ■ ■ Academic Probation A student whose academic progress is unsatisfac-tory, based on a GPA below 2.0 for two successive semesters, will be placed on academic probation and notified by the College to make an appointment with an Advisor to discuss specific actions to improve aca-demic performance. Implementation 1. The Vice President for Student Services noti-fies the student and his/ her advisor of the student’s probationary status. 2. The student schedules an appointment with an advisor. 3. The advisor and the student explore various measures for remediation, including, but not limited to, the following: - reduction in course load; - referral to the Academic Skills Center for workshops and/ or tutoring assistance; - success and study skills courses; - referral for career exploration; - guidance into another program of study; - reading and/ or other preparatory courses; and/ or - reduction of non- scholastic activities. Note: A student on academic probation may not hold elective office, or serve on college committees, or officially represent the College 4. The results of the exploration session are documented on the appropriate Academic Probation form, which is signed by both the student and the advisor. A copy of the form is given to the student and sent to the Records Office to be filed in the student’s Permanent Record. ■ ■ Academic Separation A student on academic probation whose academic progress remains unsatisfactory as demonstrated by three successive semesters of GPA less than 2.0, will be separated from the College for a period of one regular ( 16 week) Fall or Spring semester plus the 40 www. cravencc. edu Academic Information adjoining Summer session, and must reapply to the college at the end of the separation. Implementation of Academic Separation The Vice President for Student Services notifies the student and his/ her advisor of the student’s academic Separation status. The student must apply for readmission before returning to coursework in subsequent semesters. ■ ■ Readmission Students who have been separated from the Col-lege for academic reasons must apply for readmis-sion. Consideration of applications for readmis-sion of students who have been separated from the College for any reason will be made in light of the applicant’s prior academic and disciplinary record, evidence of growth and maturity, credits earned at another institution, and time elapsed since leaving the College. Students readmitted to the College after an aca-demic separation will automatically be placed on academic probation for a period of one semester and may be |
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