Statement of Non-Discrimination
It is the policy of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology to admit students on the basis of their academic ability. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation.

STUDENT AFFAIRS
Rose-Hulman dedicates itself to the total growth and development of each individual student. The Office of Student Affairs coordinates most of the non-academic aspects of Rose-Hulman student life. The Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students has a highly dedicated, energetic and professional Student Affairs staff.

Many of the areas of responsibility in Student Affairs are administered through the central office located on the lower level of the Hulman Union Building. The Vice President for Students Affairs, the Associate Dean of Students, and the Director of Residence Life have offices in the Student Affairs section of Hulman Union.

The Student Affairs Office offers personal and academic counseling services, information concerning housing on and off campus, and general information on all aspects of student life. The Office is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday through Friday.

The Director of Residence Life maintains permanent residence in Speed Hall. Three graduate assistants reside on campus in each of the following halls: Scharpenberg, Deming, & Percopo.

COUNSELING
Counseling is available to students through the Health Services Office in Hulman Union at selected hours.

Students are encouraged to use these services whenever they have personal concerns of any nature and desire confidential attention. No appointments are necessary. Referrals can be made if the student so desires.

THE STUDENT ACTIVITIES/UNION OFFICE
The Student Activities/Hulman Union Office, HMU 242 is located on the upper level of the Hulman Union Building. It houses the Associate Dean for Student Services, the Director of Student Activities/Assistant Union Director, and secretary. Student union rooms may be scheduled with the staff members in this office

The Student Activities office coordinates and promotes a wide variety of co-curricular events on and off-campus for students’ education and enjoyment. In addition, the Student Activities Office supports the 90-plus Rose-Hulman student organizations, works with Greek life, tracks community service completed by the Rose-Hulman community annually, and organizes the New Student Orientation program.

HEALTH SERVICES
Primarily interested in the prevention of illness, the Institute maintains a limited health care service, with a nurse and a physician on campus each weekday.

Students may visit the Health Services Office free of charge. A medical form, sent to all entering students, requests a thorough physical examination, a history of immunizations, including up-to-date tetanus, measles and TB test, and other background health information. These records are kept on file in the Health Services Office and must be completed for the student to be treated.

The Institute cannot assume responsibility for the regular treatment of the student's chronic conditions which might be present upon initial enrollment at the Institute; however, the Health Services Office will supervise the treatment and general health of a student who is under the care of a family physician. Many medications are furnished free of charge, but certain services such as X-ray examinations, special drugs and laboratory tests are not available on campus.  The cost of these services must be borne by the individual student.

Policy for Medical Records

1. All students (undergraduates, graduate students and transfer students) must have medical records and immunization records on file in the Health Services Office before matriculation in order to receive medical attention.
2. All students must show proof of negative skin test or chest X-ray for tuberculosis before matriculation.
3. All students who have not completed the above will be unable to register for classes the following quarter.

FINANCIAL AID
There are many sources of financial assistance available to Rose-Hulman students, including scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study. A Rose-Hulman student may apply for aid prior to the beginning of any quarter. Most assistance, however, is assigned for an academic year. All financial aid granted by Rose-Hulman is coordinated by the Office of Financial Aid, which is located in Hadley Hall.

If a student wishes to be considered for aid other than academic scholarships, a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) must accompany the request for aid. This form should be submitted to the federal processing center at least thirty days prior to the deadline for financial aid applications. This form, the FAFSA, is the only form that needs to be filed to be considered for all federal and state aid programs. Indiana residents' FAFSA must be sent to the federal processor before March 10 to be considered for Indiana Higher Education, Freedom of Choice Grant and 21st Century Scholarship.

All financial aid applications and FAFSA's are available in the Office of Financial Aid.

STUDENT FINANCIAL SERVICES
Student Financial Services is located in the Business Office in the A-Section of Moench Hall and is available to serve students in the areas of Organization Deposits, Laptop Financing, and Billing. Office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday.

INSURANCE SERVICES
The Office of Insurance and Risk Management provides domestic and international student health insurance coverage, as well as insurance coverage while participating in school sponsored sports programs. Your first billing statement from the Student Financial Services Office will include a charge for fall quarter student health insurance. Each subsequent quarterly billing statement will include a similar charge unless you waive this coverage.  If you have other health insurance and do not want this coverage, you must complete an electronic student insurance waiver by the applicable deadline.  The electronic waiver is available online within banner web and located under the Student and Financial Aid menu.  This waiver applies to the entire school year.  International students cannot waive this coverage.  Contact Susan Butts (ext. 8457 or via e-mail susan.e.butts@rose-hulman.edu) or visit http://www.rose-hulman.edu/Users/groups/AdminSvcs/html/insurance/index.htm if you have any questions.

STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
The Office of Human Resources, located in Moench Hall, Room A-113 provides student payroll services for all students. If you hold a job at Rose-Hulman you will submit all hours worked electronically via the Banner Web. You will be paid an hourly wage whether you have been awarded federal work study, Rose-Hulman work opportunity or paid through regular student wages. You will need to complete payroll paperwork prior to your first day of employment and return to Human Resources. Contact Brenda Jacks (ext. 8153 or email jacks@rose-hulman.edu) if you have any questions related to your student employment.

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SERVICES
The Director of International Student Services and Special Programs is located in the Student Affairs Office in Hulman Union. This office provides information and counseling to international students on immigration and visa issues and other areas of concern. No appointment is necessary. The Director of International Student Services acts as an advocate for international students and welcomes the opportunity to work with each and every one who chooses to study at Rose-Hulman.

Rose-Hulman is very proud of our international students, whose presence provides opportunities for US-based students to broaden their perspectives through exposure to different cultures. The number of international students on our campus varies each year, currently averaging 50 students from about 20 different countries.

The International Student Association (ISA), which is open to everyone, presents social events throughout the year. It also provides informational sessions to keep all international students up to date on issues affecting their legal status in the USA.

Through interaction with people different from ourselves, not only do we learn about different ways of life, but we also learn about ourselves and grow through understanding differences. We believe that engineers and scientists of the future will need 'cross-cultural' skills, that is, skills that will enable them to work and live productively in a variety of settings very different from the ones in which they feel most comfortable.

DISABILITY SERVICES
Rose-Hulman is happy to work with students with special needs or disabilities. After being admitted to Rose-Hulman, students must establish their eligibility for accommodations by notifying the Disability Services Coordinator, located in Student Affairs, of the disability and providing documentation. Students must provide as much documentation as possible about the disorder and resulting limitations. Documentation by a psychiatrist, psychologist, medical doctor, or other licensed mental health provider that is less than three years old is acceptable.

Rose-Hulman will work to provide students with disabilities academic accommodations to offset a substantial limitation that results from a disorder, so that the student has equal access to learning. We also work with students who have physical disabilities to adjust limitations to their access to the learning environment.

OFFICE OF PUBLIC SAFETY
The Office of Public Safety, located on the east side of campus on U.S. 40 and the east side of the Circle K Shell Service Center, provides a variety of integrated services to the Rose-Hulman community.

Student escort service, vehicle registration and traffic enforcement are included in the program. Additional duties of the staff consist of maintaining updates on potential development of adverse weather conditions (e.g., tornadoes), the alerting of community members to those situations, energy disruption, fire protection and control, security, and protection of life, property, and Institute assets in general. Vehicle registration is required by all students with vehicles on the campus.

Specific education, experience, and training are required of by the staff to provide a professional response to an emergency.

To report an emergency, dial ext. 8590.

ROSE-HULMAN STUDENT COMPLAINT PROCESS
Any student wishing to file a formal complaint concerning any aspect of the Institution can do so by submitting the complaint in written form to the Dean of Students.  The complaint must be signed by the complaining party or parties.  The Dean of Students will refer the complaint to the appropriate vice president for consideration and/or action.
 

ACADEMIC SERVICES

ACADEMIC FACILITIES
Moench Hall, Olin Hall, Olin Advanced Learning Center and the Mildred and Frederick Crapo Hall are open during the following hours for classes, studying, meetings, etc.:

• Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. -11:00 p.m.
• Saturday 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.
• Sunday 9:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.

Rooms in these buildings may be reserved for club meetings, etc., by contacting the Registrar's Office and reserving a room for a specific time.

To remain in the buildings past these hours, see a member of the faculty or the Associate Dean of Students. They can write a special permission pass for the hours desired.

LEARNING CENTER
The Learning Center, located in the lower level of the Logan Library, offers academic assistance in the areas of chemistry, computer science, math, physics, and writing. Peer tutors - trained students supervised by professional staff - do the majority of tutoring at the Center, working one-on-one with students. Professors encourage students to participate in study sessions held at the Learning Center or bring in writing assignments before they are submitted.

The Learning Center has something to offer every Rose-Hulman student:

• One-on-one peer tutoring
• Peer editing
• Personal academic advisement
• Quiet study areas
• Organized study groups
• Course files
• Study skills improvement
• Workshops/Review sessions
• Student Testing

The Learning Center is open Monday through Friday during the 2nd - 9th hours, Sunday through Thursday from 7 p.m. -10 p.m., and is closed Saturday. For additional information call ext. 8876 or visit at the website: www.rose-hulman.edu/lc .

Percopo Hall, a sophomore residence, is a partnership effort of the Learning Center and Office of Student Affairs. The hall is designed to provide a seamless living and learning environment for sophomores through the use of live-in peer tutors and a graduate student, scheduled study sessions, and numerous group study areas. The hall classroom is staffed by tutors Sunday through Thursday evenings from 8 p.m. - 11 p.m. Peer tutors are also available during their scheduled in-room office hours.

HOMEWORK HOTLINE
The Rose-Hulman Homework Hotline, established in 1991, provides middle and high school students in Indiana with math and science homework help free of charge. Rose-Hulman students (freshman through seniors) are paid to serve as tutors for the program. The Homework Hotline phones are answered Sunday through Thursday in the evenings between 7:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m.(EDT). Tutors have access to most state adopted math and science textbooks. Middle and high school students may call toll free 1-877-AskRose to receive math and science homework support, or students can submit homework questions and access reference materials from the website at www.AskRose.org. For additional information about the Homework Hotline or to inquire about employment opportunities, contact ext. 8319 or Susan Smith in the Learning Center.

ROSE-HULMAN VENTURES
Rose-Hulman Ventures offers internships featuring hands-on projects in collaboration with companies where outcomes are both educational to students and value-added to companies. Located on the South Campus of Rose-Hulman, the program offers high-quality internships where students work on real technical problems defined by client companies with the benefit of flexible scheduling around class schedules. About 300 internships are offered each year to students of most majors and class standings.

Multidisciplinary teams of undergraduates are directed by full-time, Rose-Hulman Ventures project managers. Student interns are paid for their technical expertise while learning new skills, including design, prototyping and testing of new products or services. Interns work up to 10 hours per week during the academic year and 40 hours during the summer months. This unique experience makes students attractive to recruiters and more productive immediately after graduation. To apply for an internship, contact Jim Baker at ext. 4010 or visit www.rhventures.org.

OAKLEY OBSERVATORY
The Oakley Observatory, located on the East side of campus, is a teaching and research observatory available for use by Rose-Hulman students, faculty and staff. The observatory houses eight telescopes mounted on computer controlled mounts. The telescopes can be used with CCD cameras for recording detailed astronomical images or with eyepieces for direct visual observing. The Rose-Hulman Astronomical Society uses the observatory for recreational observing, public star parties, and open houses for groups such as scout troops or elementary school classes. The Physics Department offers an area minor in Astronomy which requires laboratory and research work at the observatory. The Astronomy area minor is available to all Rose students. In addition to the campus observatory, Rose-Hulman owns and operates the Oakley Southern Sky Observatory in Australia. This observatory is also available for use by Rose students via the internet.

TECHNICAL SERVICES CENTER
The Technical Services Center (TSC) incorporates several components of the Office of Instructional, Administrative & Information Technology, including Laptop Services, Hardware Services, Software Projects, Help Desk, and Systems Administration.  The TSC was formerly known as the Waters Computing Center, which was established in 1960 by a bequest from Mr. Waters (class of 1888).  The academic and administrative computing systems are located in the TSC.

The Help Desk is the central point-of-contact for customers with computer, network or telecommunications-related questions and problems.  The Help Desk may be contacted by calling ext. 8989 (812-877-8989), sending an email to helpdesk@rose-hulman.edu, or by visiting the Help Desk office on the lower level of Crapo Hall.  Extensive information concerning services, systems, and software documentation is available from the TSC web pages at http://www.rose-hulman.edu/TSC/.

The TSC is dependent on student employees to successfully support the Rose-Hulman community.  Students are hired as staff assistants, laptop assistants, and clerks.  The TSC utilizes the services of the Financial Aid Office to locate and hire student workers.  In addition, the Help Desk may announce its intention to hire student workers for the upcoming academic year through an announcement in “The Kernel”, the IAIT newsletter, or via an email to students.

The Help Desk offers two conference telephones to campus users for 24-hour check-out.  Stop by the Help Desk to reserve or check-out one of these conference telephones.

POLICY FOR RESPONSIBLE COMPUTER USE
All RHIT computing resources and facilities (computers and file servers, internet access, internal network access, printing services, public lab computers, etc.) are shared among all faculty, staff and students.  Individual users are expected to ensure that their activity does not preempt or hinder some other user’s activity.  Furthermore, all use must be responsible (ethical and legal), based on criteria outlined in “Policy for Responsible Use of Rose-Hulman Computing Facilities” that can be accessed on the Web site at http://www.rose-hulman.edu/TSC/policies/computer_use.

INSTRUCTIONAL SERVICES
Instructional Services is the Audio and Visual department for the campus. The classroom touchpanels, LCD projectors, screens, computer interfaces, and sound systems are all maintained by Instructional Services. Located in DL204, Instructional Services also offers the checkout of the following equipment on a case-by-case basis:

A valid Rose-Hulman ID card is required at the time the equipment is loaned out. Requests for equipment reservations can be e-mailed to:  David.C.Stevenson@rose-hulman.edu.
Hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm.

JOHN A. LOGAN LIBRARY
There is more to college research than a Google search. The documentation expectations of professors are quite high. The services and collections of Logan Library (both print and electronic) are the starting points to fulfill your information needs. Your library, together with other Terre Haute library resources - Indiana State University (corner of 7th and Chestnut Sts.), St. Mary-of-the-Woods College, and Vigo County Public Library (corner of 7th and Poplar Sts.) - offer you an array of information to fulfill classroom assignments, professional needs, and personal wants. As might be expected, Logan Library specializes in technical information, supporting the engineering, science, and mathematics curricula. Whether you need properties of a composite bumper, recent trends in Bluetooth technology, or an explanation of a lab process, you can find it with your library’s information resources.

The goal of the library is to maximize the power of your laptop by distributing an ever increasing number of quality information sources electronically in a full-text and full-image format. The library webpage is the place to start all research needs. You will find Web search engines, popular and scholarly journals (approximately 9,000 of which are full text), encyclopedias and engineering handbooks, standards, catalogues to books held by Logan Library and libraries around the state and nation, and selected links to the best websites for Rose-Hulman classes.

Too many information choices? Visit, call, or e-mail to work with a librarian!! Library does not have the needed item here? Ask for Interlibrary Loan assistance. Literally 1000s of requests from students are fulfilled yearly. On average, articles arrive within 1-5 days, for books allow 3-7 days. The Library hours are:

• Sunday: 2 p.m.-11 p.m.
• Monday through Thursday: 7:45 a.m. - 11 p.m.
• Friday: 7:45 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Saturday: 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

Evening Reference Service:

• Sunday, Tuesday and Thursday 7 p.m. - 10 p.m.
• Monday and Wednesday 6 pm – 9 pm

Phone numbers are:

Need a quiet spot to study or a place for your group to hammer out some issues, consider the library and its study rooms. A Panasonic Smartboard (whiteboard) is available, allowing you and your group to capture electronically your notes and diagrams and to download them to the laptop or print them through its built-in printer. Ask at Circulation Desk

The web address for the Library Webpage is: http://www.rose-hulman.edu/Library/

DIGITAL RESOURCE CENTER (DRC)
The purpose of the DRC is to provide the Rose-Hulman community with multimedia production resources. These resources include presentation preparation, web page enhancement, video and audio digitizing and streaming, graphic and text scanning, and other technologies such as OCR or bulk CD duplication

Housed on the main floor of the John A. Logan Library, the DRC has the software, equipment, and consulting services to assist you. The DRC staff will be glad to discuss how to make your presentation sharper or how to edit video and images to convey the message that you want. Excellent documentation is provided for each service, but the staff can also give individual instruction. Periodically, the DRC will offer training sessions. Watch for announcements.

Come by and visit to see how the DRC can help to make you more successful or survey the DRC web site to learn more go to http://www.rose-hulman.edu/DRC/

The DRC is available whenever the Library is open (see Library hours). For personal assistance, please call to set up a meeting time (ext. 8265).

CAMPUS SERVICES

LAPTOP SERVICES CENTER
Rose-Hulman laptop technicians are vendor-certified to provide warranty repairs on the Institute-selected laptop computers while the student is actively enrolled at the school.  This particular laptop computer includes a four-year warranty.  If, for some reason, a student’s laptop is damaged and the damage is not covered by the warranty, the student must file an insurance claim with the Laptop Services Office to be eligible for repair service.

Laptop Services makes every effort to repair a student’s laptop computer within a three-hour period.  However, if a repair takes longer than three hours, a similar laptop may be available for temporary loan to the student.  Once the repairs are complete, the student will be notified to return the loaner laptop and pick up their laptop computer.

Rose-Hulman recommends that students perform periodic cleaning and maintenance activities to protect both the laptop computer and their data.  The Laptop Services staff is available to assist students with questions regarding laptop service.

The Help Desk (ext. 8989 or 812-877-8989) is the primary point-of-contact for all interactions with computer, network, telecommunication and laptop-related questions, including laptop repair services.  The Laptop Program Manager (ext. 8933 or 812-877-8933) is the point-of-contact for insurance claims, stolen laptop claims and upgrade questions.  Business hours for the Help Desk and Laptop Services are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, except official Institute holidays.

TELEPHONE SERVICE
When calling on-campus, you may reach the Rose-Hulman switchboard by dialing zero (0). The hours are:

Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

If the switchboard is busy or closed, please follow the automated attendant's directions.

Incoming Calls
During open hours, the switchboard can be reached from off-campus by dialing (812)877-1511 and then requesting the desired extension. If you wish to call an extension directly, dial the seven-digit phone number.
*Note: Collect calls cannot be accepted through Residence Hall telephones.

On-Campus Calls
To place a call to another phone on-campus, dial the four-digit extension. *Note: Calls placed to Rose-Hulman Ventures are considered on-campus.

Local Calls
Dial 7 + the local number.

Toll-free Calls
Dial 7 + 1 + Toll-free number.

Long Distance Calls
In order to make a long distance call from any campus telephone, you must provide your own calling card or pre-paid calling card.  Follow the instructions on your specific card.  Your calling card must have a toll-free access number in order to work.  Calling cards cannot be billed to Residence Hall telephone numbers. 

International Calls
In order to make an International call from any campus telephone, you must provide your own calling card or pre-paid calling card.  Follow the instructions on your specific card.  Your calling card must have a toll free access number in order to work.  Calling cards cannot be billed to Residence Hall telephone numbers. 

Directory Assistance
Directory assistance calls are considered long distance calls, and you will be required to use your own calling card or pre-paid calling card.  Your calling card must have a toll free access number in order to work.  These calls cannot be billed to Residence Hall telephone numbers.

Enhanced 911 Services
Rose-Hulman provides enhanced 911 services to all users of the campus telephone system.  This service enables the campus PBX (Private Branch Exchange) telephone switch to interact with a public 911 database maintained by the IAIT Department.  When a 911 call is placed from any campus telephone the ten-digit number is sent with the call to the Terre Haute Police Department and compared to the location database.  This service allows the Terre Haute Police Department to pinpoint your location for the responding agency.  At the same time, the Rose-Hulman Office of Public Safety is also notified of the caller's location.

Please do not hang up on the 911 operator if you have dialed by mistake, simply explain to the operator there is not an emergency.  This will save the Terre Haute Police Department Operators from having to call you back or dispatch an officer.

Call Pilot Voice Mail
Each Residence Hall room has one telephone line and voice mailbox that is shared by all roommates. The mailbox number is the phone's four-digit extension number. Initially, your programmed password is 33 plus your four-digit extension number. In order to secure your mailbox, this password must be changed by the students occupying the room. To access voice mail on-campus dial ext. 8111 and then follow the voice prompts. Messages can be retrieved off-campus by dialing 877-8111. A stutter dial tone is heard as the handset is lifted, indicating you have messages waiting in your voice mailbox. See your packet for detailed information.

Voice Activated Attendant
The voice activated attendant may be reached by dialing ext. 6000 on-campus or 872-6000 from off-campus.  After the voice activated attendant answers clearly state the name of the person or department that you would like to reach and it will transfer you to their extension.

Telephone Repairs, Voice Mail or Long Distance Calling Code Problems or Questions
Contact Help Desk (ext 8989)

CAREER SERVICES AND EMPLOYER RELATIONS
The Office of Career Services provides a number of services and resources to help prepare students to start their careers after college. Information regarding internship, co-op, part-time and full-time job opportunities is maintained in this office. Services provided include:

• Peer Advisors
• Online job posting system
• On-campus interviews and information sessions
• Career and Graduate School Fairs
• Alumni Networking Contacts
• Career Counseling
• Free Phone and Fax Services
• Skill workshops (resume, interviewing, networking, job searching)

The office is located on the second level of the Hulman Union.

GRADUATE SCHOOL PLACEMENT
For graduate school placement information the student is directed to his faculty advisor, department chairman, or the Director of Graduate Studies. Contact these staff members in the spring quarter of the junior year to be properly prepared. Dr. Dan Moore is the Associate Dean of Faculty in charge of Research and Graduate Studies. GRE, GMAT and LSAT information can be obtained from the Career Services Office.

IDENTIFICATION CARDS
All students are required to carry the Rose-Hulman identification card. When requested by public safety officers or other college officials, students must present this I.D. card.  The I.D. card must be presented to write a check at the bookstore. If a student loses an I.D. card, he/she should report it to the Office of Student Affairs. Replacement I.D.'s will be made at a cost of $10.00 at the Office of Student Affairs in the Hulman Union.

LOST AND FOUND
A lost and found service is maintained by Alpha Phi Omega service fraternity. For further information contact a member of Alpha Phi Omega or stop in their office on the lower level of Percopo Hall.

RELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES
Many religious organizations sponsor youth groups on the Rose-Hulman campus and in the Terre Haute community. These groups welcome your participation. For further information students should contact the Student Activities Office.

Intervarsity Christian Fellowship holds Thursday evening chapter meetings at 7 p.m. in the Kahn Room, Hulman Union.

St. Joseph's is a Catholic parish located in Terre Haute, Indiana within the Archdiocese of Indianapolis.  Besides providing spiritual support for the many families of the parish, St. Joseph's is also home to a campus ministry which serves the Catholic students of both Indiana State University and the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. St. Joseph’s provides Mass in the White Chapel, located on the Rose-Hulman campus monthly. For more information visit www.stjoeup.org.

CAMPUS LAKES
Swimming and fishing are permitted in the lakes on campus. However, you should never swim alone or go into deep water unless you are a good swimmer. The larger lake has depths of up to 15 feet and is fed by several cold water springs in the west end of the lake. As a safety precaution, no one is allowed in the lakes after dusk or before daylight. Skating during the winter season is permitted on the large or small lake but only after notification that the lakes are safe. The Office of Environmental Health and Safety will monitor the ice thickness on a daily basis during winter months (December – March), once the ice has reached an acceptable thickness, the Campus Community will be notified via email that it is safe to participate in ice related winter activities.  (Mass lakings or laking a person against the person's will are not permitted. Absolutely no horseplay is permitted in or around the lake areas.) Swimming is at your own risk. No lifeguards are on duty.

FIREARMS AND OTHER DANGEROUS INSTRUMENTS
The transfer, use, or possession of explosives, fireworks, firearms, dangerous chemicals, or any lethal weapon on Institute property under any circumstances except as part of an Institute authorized activity, instructional session, event or duty is prohibited. This includes specifically resident halls and Greek housing units.

SMOKING POLICY
The Institute is dedicated to providing a healthy, comfortable, and productive environment for students, faculty, and staff. The Institute also recognizes the health hazards associated with using smokeless and smoking tobacco products, and the adverse effects of exposure to second hand smoke by nonsmokers. To provide a healthful campus environment, the Institute prohibits smoking in all common areas and designated smoke-free buildings and vehicles. The goal of the Institute is to move toward a smoke-free campus.

RESERVE OFFICERS' TRAINING CORPS (ROTC)
The RHIT Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) program provides leadership training for students at Rose-Hulman and helps train officers for the U.S. Army, U.S. Army Reserve, and U.S. Army National Guard. Army ROTC enhances a Student's education and provides unique educational opportunities by combining leadership and management theory with actual hands-on experience. Army ROTC helps the student to develop self-discipline, physical stamina, and poise-the qualities basic to success in any career.

Army ROTC is an elective course, which can lead to a commission in the United States Army. Army ROTC is a program that can enhance education by providing unique leadership training, skills, and management experience. It helps develop the qualities necessary for success in either a military or civilian career. Students can earn a college degree and an Army Officer's commission at the same time.

Students may enroll in the Freshman and Sophmore level courses without any type of service commitment, and admission to upper division courses is contingent on obligation to military service. Numerous scholarship opportunities exist for both the active and reserve components of the Army for those who qualify.

More information can be found at http://armyrotc.com/edu/rosehulmantech/index.htm

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

MAIL SERVICES
Incoming Mail
All incoming U.S. mail, Federal Express, DHL and UPS packages are processed and distributed to the individual mailboxes in the Mail Distribution Center (MDC) located in Moench Hall (Rm. EL-106)

Hours are:
Monday through Friday: 10 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Package receipt notification occurs via e-mail. Students will need to present their "Rose" ID and sign for their package at the customer window in the Mail Distribution Center, Room EL-106.
http://www.rose-hulman.edu/Users/groups/AdminSvcs/html/mail/index.htm

Campus Mail
All campus mail is deposited in the campus mail slot provided at the Mail Distribution Center in Moench Hall for distribution to individual mailboxes. Only Institute mail can be distributed through the campus mail system and authorized campus groups and organizations. All campus mail items must conform to the size requirements of the student mailboxes. Please contact Rick Alumbaugh, ext. 8490, if your campus mail item(s) require special attention.

Outgoing Mail
You will find U.S. mail drop-boxes located near the student commons area in Moench Hall and in the basement of the Hulman Union building near the bookstore. The drop-boxes should only be used for stamped mail.

Pickup time is:
Monday through Friday 4:00 p.m.

Stamps and Package Services
Stamps may be purchased at the Bookstore in the Hulman Union building, Mail and Copy Center in the Facilities building, or at the stamp vending machine located in Moench Hall near the Mail Distribution Center.

DHL is the Institute's contract package service provider and should be used for your outbound package services. Self-service package kiosks and supplies are located outside the Mail Distribution Center in Moench Hall and the Bookstore in the Hulman Union building. Customers may use the package kiosks when paying with their credit or debit card. Packages processed at either DHL kiosk must be completed by 3 p.m. Monday-Friday and taken to the Mail Distribution Annex, DL130 or to the Bookstore. There is no package pickup service on Saturday or Sunday.

All other outgoing mail services are handled in the Mail and Copy Center located in the Facilities building.

Special Mail Service
Priority, Express Mail, Certified Mail, Registered Mail, Insured Mail and Certificates of Mailing are available through the Mail and Copy Center located in the Facilities building.

Fax Service
Fax service is available for student use at the Bookstore in the Hulman Union building and at the Mail and Copy Center in the Facilities building. The cost is $1.00 per page for a U.S. fax and $1.50 for an international fax.  The Bookstore fax number is 812-877-8937.

Address
Your address must include your campus mail number and should appear on all correspondence and packages in the following format:

Example:
JOHN DOE   CM 162
ROSE-HULMAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
5500 WABASH AVE
TERRE HAUTE, IN 47803-3999

PRINTING SERVICES
The Mail and Copy Center serves all students, faculty and staff. The Mail and Copy Center is located in the Facilities building. The following services are available:

Black and white copying, color copying, transparencies, offset printing, stapling, laminating, collating, booklet making, and spiral binding. Contact Jeff Schoonover (ext. 8355 or via e-mail jeff.schoonover@rose-hulman.edu).

Hours are:
Monday through Friday  8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

HULMAN UNION

HULMAN MEMORIAL UNION
The Hulman Union is located on the north side of the campus lakes. The Vonderschmidt Dining Room has a beautiful view of the lakes with its floor to ceiling windows. All on-campus students dine in this facility. Other rooms include the Faculty and Staff Dining, Reading, Music, Heritage, Performing Arts, and the Robert and Louise Kahn Rooms. These facilities are available for use by individual students as well as recognized student organizations. Reservations for the use of the facilities for meetings, luncheons or dinners are made in the Union Office. Catering services are provided by ARAMARK Services.

The Student Affairs Offices, Student Activities Office, Counseling Services, Health Services, Career Services, the Bookstore, Worx, Chauncey's and student organization offices are also located in the Hulman Union.

Smoking is prohibited in the Hulman Union. The closing time of the Hulman Union is 11 p.m.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Rose-Hulman has more than 90 active student organizations. The organizations offered include governance groups (student government association, residence hall association), professional and technical societies, performing arts groups, recreation and sports clubs, Greek letter organizations, the student newspaper (The Thorn), the radio station (WMHD), and a number of special interest groups. Approximately 85% of the student body is a member of one or more student organizations. For a complete list of student organizations visit www.rose-hulman.edu/organizations.

If Rose-Hulman does not offer the student organization that you are looking for, you can create your own. To begin this process contact the Student Activities Office.

CHAUNCEY'S
Plasma and large screen TVs are available in Chauncey's with cable and satellite service. You will also find pool tables, ping pong tables and a change machine for your use.  Chauncey's is located on the lower level of the Hulman Union on the South side. The free video/ DVD rental operation is also found in this area.

Hours are noon to 11 p.m. while classes are in session. Hours will be posted during finals weeks.

BOOKSTORE
The Rose-Hulman Bookstore is located in the lower level of the Hulman Union Building. The Bookstore has a complete selection of course books, school supplies, computer supplies, imprinted sportswear, gift items and much more. It provides services for the campus such as check cashing, special orders, gift cards and postage stamps. The Bookstore strives to provide quality services and products at reasonable prices. The web site is www.rose-hulman.edu/bookstore.

The hours are:

Monday through Friday: 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Saturday: 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Sunday: Closed
The bookstore is not open Saturdays during the summer or during academic breaks.

DINING SERVICE
All residence hall students must take their meals in the Vonderschmidt Dining Room in the Hulman Union. First quarter freshmen are required to take the 18 meal plan. After first quarter, all freshmen students have the option of purchasing the 18 or 12 meal plan. Sophomores may choose from the 18, 12 or the 8plus meal plans, while Juniors and Seniors may choose from the 18, 12, 8plus or 110/110 meal plans. Students who reside in the Apartment Style Hall may choose from any of the four traditional residential meal plans or the two meal plans designed for that hall (the 65/75 and the 80 meal plans). For a full description of the meal plan options review the dining service web page at: http://www.campusdish.com/en-US/CSMW/RoseHulman/MealPlans/Resident.htm or you may email meal plan questions to dining@rose-hulman.edu. Students should check with the Associate Dean of Students if they are interested in changing meal plans or finding out current meal plan costs.

Meal plan students are required to bring their meal plan identification (their Rose-Hulman I.D. cards) to each meal to gain access. Students who have forgotten their pass will be required to return to their room to get it. Meal hours are:

Discount meal passes may be purchased at the dining services office for non-Rose-Hulman guests of residential students.

Any comments on the dining service should be directed to the dining service manager or to your floor's Residence Hall Association representative. Complete menus, hours of operation and upcoming special events may be found at the dining services web page at http://www.campusdish.com/en-US/CSMW/RoseHulman

REGULATIONS CONCERNING DINING SERVICE
Students are to exercise reasonable judgment while in the dining hall. Food is to be consumed in the dining hall and not removed from the dining hall. Students found taking food, silverware, dishes, condiments, or any other furnishings from the dining service line, the snack bar, or the dining hall, shall be dealt with through appropriate disciplinary channels.

Smoking is prohibited in the student dining room and the Hulman Union.
Classroom attire which includes a shirt, pants or shorts, and some type of footwear, is required at all meals.

WORX
A Noble Roman's franchise is in the lower level of the Hulman Union. This operation provides a variety of pizzas, pastas, salads and sandwiches.

All meal plans’ Declining Balance (DB) is accepted in this location.  The Worx features a meal exchange Monday through Friday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

SUBWAY
Rose-Hulman’s Subway restaurant is located in the apartment style hall.  This operation is a franchised operation that serves all the same Subway menu items you’re familiar with.  All meal plans’ DB is accepted in this location and features a meal exchange weekday evenings from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.  The operating hours are:

C-STORE
The apartment style hall also hosts the college’s convenience store.  This C-Store stocks a wide variety of food, beverage and laundry supplies.  Some meal plans’ DB is accepted in this location. The operating hours are:

HATFIELD HALL
Hatfield Hall is located on the east side of the front entrance to campus.  The building houses the Alumni Center, the offices of Development and External Affairs and a 602-seat auditorium.  The auditorium is a multipurpose facility which supports the cultural and academic life at Rose-Hulman.  Hatfield Hall provides rehearsal and performance space to recognized student performing arts groups (bands, chorus and drama) and the Performing Arts Series.  The facility also supports presentations by Rose-Hulman academic and administrative departments.  Behind the stage are facilities that support student drama and music.  This includes a scene shop, dressing and practice rooms, storage areas, as well as a green room.  This state-of-the-art facility is made possible by a gift from Michael and Deborah Hatfield.  Michael is a Rose-Hulman alumnus who graduated in 1984.  The building is named in honor of his parents, Larry and Pat Hatfield.

FACILITIES OPERATIONS

ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY
This office provides support, training and oversees compliance activities pertaining to all applicable environmental, health, and safety regulations that affect the campus community. Contact Mike Howard (ext. 8124) or via e-mail
(michael.howard@rose-hulman.edu).

http://www.rose-hulman.edu/users/groups/Facilities/HTML/safety/

RECYCLING
Grounds Services located in the Facilities Operations building encourages our students, faculty, and staff to recycle on a regular basis. Classrooms, offices and commons areas throughout campus are provided with recycle containers.

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology recycles: Newsprint, Office Pack (magazines, brochures, flyers, color paper, white paper), Cardboard, Aluminum Cans, Plastics (#1 - #7, except styrofoam).

Members of the Rose-Hulman community are welcome to bring their recyclables from home. All recyclables must be bagged and tied prior to placement in recycle containers. When placing items in the recycling containers, please do not overload the bags containing your materials. We have conveniently placed 96-gallon green containers in the following locations.

• Behind Logan Library
• North Side of Olin Hall
• N.E. Back Entrance to Moench Hall
• SRC
• Behind Hatfield Hall
• West Side of the Facilities Operations Building

Other organizations in the Wabash Valley that offer recycling options include:

• Data Management Services – All grades of paper (812) 460-1003
• Northside Recycling – Aluminum and Metals (812) 234-7722
• Clay-Owen-Vigo Solid Waste District – Various materials (800) 387-3380
• ISU Recycling Center – Paper, plastics, glass, cardboard and others (812) 237-8197 http://indstate.edu/recyc-ctr/
• Goodwill Industries – Various materials (812) 235-1827 http://wvgoodwill.org/
• Goodman & Wolfe – Metals, appliances and others (812) 232-1251 http://mervis.com
• Pak Mail – Styrofoam peanuts, bubble wrap and other packing materials (812) 235-2639 www.pakmail.com
• Wal-Mart – Plastic bags (812) 299-4677 www.walmart.com

If you have any questions concerning Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s Recycling Program, please contact Susan Reynolds, Manager of Grounds Services at (812) 877-8233 or email at susan.reynolds@rose-hulman.edu

EVENT SERVICES
Please use the Set-Up and Event Request Form on the Facilities Operations Home Page to request the use of items needed for campus events. Items include tables and chairs, tents, grills, lecterns, waste containers, stages and risers, and electrical needs. Please do not use this form to request items needed immediately. If you need immediate assistance or have additional requests, please contact Julie Lunsford at (812) 877-8114 or email at julie.lunsford@rose-hulman.edu. 

For requests at the Hulman Union or the White Chapel, contact Donna Gustafson at (812) 877-8275.

For requests at the Sports and Recreation Center, contact Matt Sinclair at (812) 877-8031.

For requests at Hatfield Hall, contact Bunny Nash at (812) 877-8875.

For Audio Visual Requests, contact David Stevenson at (812) 877-8035.

VEHICLE RENTAL SERVICES
Please browse the Vehicle Rental portion of the Facilities Operations Home Page if you are interested in reserving a vehicle. To view vehicle specifications, visit the Vehicles Page. If you would like to request a vehicle, submit the Vehicle Request Form. Requesting a vehicle for a particular day does not assure your reservation. Please look for a confirmation e-mail. Rose-Hulman vehicles may be used only for school related activities. Only Rose-Hulman Faculty, Staff and Authorized Representatives of RHIT organizations may request vehicles. Drivers must be authorized by the school.

To check that you or your designated driver is authorized, visit the Authorized User's Page. If you or your designated driver is not listed as an Authorized Operator, please contact Susan Butts, Manager of Insurance and Risk Management, in Administrative Services for assistance. Susan can be reached at ext. 8457.

Again, please note that submission of a request does not guarantee a reservation. Vehicles are scheduled on a first come, first served basis and will be confirmed with a confirmation email. If you need additional assistance, please call Alan Youngblood at 877-8693.

FACILITIES WORK REQUESTS
Students needing to submit a work request for their residential area or room should contact their Resident Assistant, Erik Hayes or Tom Miller and they will determine if the request should be serviced by the Residential Maintenance Staff or the Facilities department and they will submit the request.

SUSTAINABILITY TEAM
The mission of the Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Sustainability Team is to reduce, to the extent technologically and economically feasible, the environmental impacts associated with the operations of the Institute.  The Sustainability Team has implemented various environmentally friendly initiatives over the past few months including green cleaning and the installation of touch-less soap and paper dispensers in all administrative and academic buildings.  We have implemented nighttime temperature setbacks in large areas and have begun replacing incandescent bulbs with compact fluorescent lights.  We have committed to building all future buildings according to LEED certification standards.  Additional efforts are underway and include conducting a campus wide sustainability assessment, reviewing our recycling program, testing occupancy sensors and waterless urinals in Facilities Operations as well as providing informational materials and awareness events for our campus community.

PRESIDENT'S CLIMATE COMMITMENT
On July 16, 2007, President Gerald Jakubowski signed the President's Climate Commitment.  Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology will now create a comprehensive institutional action plan to move toward climate neutrality.  The American College & University Presidents Climate Commitment is a high-visibility effort to address global warming by garnering institutional commitments to neutralize greenhouse gas emissions, and to accelerate the research and educational efforts of higher education to equip society to re-stabilize the earth's climate.  Under the guidance and direction of the Leadership Circle of presidents, the American College & University Presidents Climate Commitment is being supported and implemented by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE), Second Nature, and ecoAmerica.

ATHLETICS AND RECREATIONAL FACILITIES

THE MISSION OF THE ROSE-HULMAN DEPARTMENT OF ATHLETICS
The Rose-Hulman Department of Athletics, as part of an Institute committed to undergraduate engineering and science excellence, commits itself to the comprehensive development of the student. The interdependence of physical, emotional, moral, and intellectual aspects of personal growth requires both simultaneous and balanced focus. This objective does not imply that each facet of an individual's growth is of equal importance. It does require that Rose-Hulman provide the necessary encouragement and facilities for each person to develop according to his or her own interests and abilities, whether at the recreational, intercollegiate, intramural, or instructional level. In addition to physical development, the Rose-Hulman Department of Athletics promotes the principles of character development within the framework of an abiding and broadened commitment to community.

MEN'S ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

WOMEN'S ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

HEARTLAND COLLEGIATE ATHLETIC CONFERENCE
Member Schools:
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology, Terre Haute, IN
Anderson University, Anderson, IN
Bluffton College, Bluffton, OH
Defiance College, Defiance, OH
Franklin College, Franklin, IN
Hanover College, Hanover, IN
Manchester College, North Manchester, IN
College of Mount St. Joseph, Cincinnati, OH
Transylvania University, Lexington, KY

PHILOSOPHY OF THE SPORTS AND RECREATION CENTER
The purpose of the Rose-Hulman Sports and Recreation Center (SRC) is to provide recreational, lifetime, and competitive sports activities as well as a convocation center for special events for Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology students, active and retired faculty and staff, Board Trustees, and alumni, as well as to enhance the sense of community on campus. The SRC has been designed for the students of Rose-Hulman to be the primary users, especially for leisure times, out-of-class activities, and athletic competition. The SRC staff will develop an atmosphere that promotes healthy interaction between various groups using the facility. Numerous sports-related programs will be developed for campus wide intramural activities, lifetime sports, clinics and workshops. The SRC will provide a comfortable atmosphere and serve as the host site for all indoor varsity sports and tournaments. Other constituent groups and programs may be hosted as long as the philosophy and purpose of the SRC or Rose-Hulman are not violated at any time.

SPORTS AND RECREATION CENTER POLICIES

Eligible Users

1. Registered Rose-Hulman Students

2. Current Faculty, Staff, Board of Trustees and spouse

3. Retired faculty, staff and spouse

4. Alumni and spouse

5. RHIT Temporary Employees

6. RHIT Temporary Employees under the age of 18

7. Wabash Valley Board of Associates and spouse

8. Current Full Time ARAMARK employees and spouse

9. Dependents of Faculty, Staff, Alumni, RHIT Board of Trustees18 years of age or older.

1. Eligible users are permitted to bring up to two guests unless otherwise approved by the Facility Director.
2. A spouse or dependent children over the age of 18 are permitted to use the recreation facilities without the direct supervision of the eligible user.
3. Dependents under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an eligible user at all times. Unless they are current employees at RHIT.
4. Dependent children are defined as unmarried, natural or legally adopted children who are declared as dependents on the eligible employee’s Federal Income Tax Return. Other family members are welcome but must be accompanied by the eligible user at all times.
5. Family members of current Aramark employees and Wabash Valley board of Associates must be accompanied by an eligible user at all times.
6. All non-family guests must be accompanied by the eligible user at all times.

Process for Admission

Registered Student, Faculty or Staff

1. Present RHIT valid ID card

2. Complete Information and Wavier Form

3. Register Code

Alumni, Wabash Valley Board of Associates, Aramark employee, spouse, dependent 18 years of age or older

1. Go to Human Resources (Moench A 113) between 9am and 5pm Monday through Friday and complete User Information and Wavier Form.

2. Bring completed form signed by Human Resources to SRC

3. Register Code

Family Members of Rose-Hulman students, faculty, staff, Board of Trustees and alumni:

1. Family members are defined as a spouse and dependent children age 18 and under, except in the case of a full-time college student taking a minimum of 12 college credit hours and extended family members.
2. The family members of faculty, staff, Board Trustees and alumni have the privilege of using the facility. However, the host must present a valid Rose-Hulman I.D. upon entering the facility.
   Identification cards can be obtained through the Student Affairs Office.
3. Children under the age of 16 are not permitted to use the facility unless under the direct supervision of a Rose-Hulman host 16 years of age or older. There will be no exceptions.
4. Hours for family use of the SRC are the same as regular users.

Guests

1. Guests are allowed to use the SRC when accompanied by an eligible user (host). An eligible host is one of the following:
   1. Active Faculty/Staff and Spouse/Dependents 16 years of age and older
   2. Retired Faculty/Staff and Spouse/Dependent 16 years of age and older
   3. Full-Time Rose-Hulman Student
   4. Board of Trustees and Spouse
2. A guest is defined as an individual who is not a student, faculty, staff, board Trustee, or alumnus of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology. All guests are the responsibility of their Rose-Hulman host at all times. Guests must be accompanied by their host at all times within the facility.
   A host can bring a maximum of two guests upon each visit, unless previous authorization has been approved.
3. All guests must register at the front desk of the SRC upon entering the building. Use of the facility is not permitted until this is done. Violations will result in immediate removal from the facility.
4. The host must present a valid I.D. upon registering at the front desk.
5. Guests may not check out equipment. Equipment used by guests is the responsibility of the host.
6. The Facility Director may set daily limits on the number of guests using the facility and may refuse admittance to any guest due to previous problems or prevailing circumstances.

Reservations

1. All courts are on first come, first served user basis for recreational use, except for sanctioned varsity events and individual reservations for tennis courts and racquetball courts.
2. Reservations for the pool and indoor courts located in the fieldhouse can be made up to one year in advance for Varsity athletics, Intramurals, and Rose-Hulman groups. All reservations must be made by email, phone, or in person, and must be accompanied by written documentation concerning the reservation. All reservations will be confirmed via email.
3. Varsity athletic teams may not reserve court space or field space for team practices, work-outs or open-gym any time other than the NCAA sanctioned practice periods. Intramural teams may not reserve court space or field space for practices at any time.
4. Consecutive play for more than one 55 minute period is not permitted, except in the case of varsity athletic events and intramural competitions. Extensions on court use will be given. Please exit the reserved court promptly at the end of the reserved time in order to allow others to use the entire reservation time. In the case of reservation disagreement, the Facility Director or supervisor on duty will determine which party has priority.

Cancellations/No Shows

A court which is not claimed 10 minutes after the start of the reserved time will automatically be forfeited and given to the first individual that requests it.

FACILITY REGULATIONS

1. General

1. All faculty, staff, alumni, Board Trustees, and Rose-Hulman students have the privilege of using a locker for the days they utilize the facilities.
2. Permanent locker assignments for faculty and staff will be in the intramural locker rooms and faculty/staff locker rooms and can be made at the front desk of the SRC.
3. No smoking or chewing tobacco will be permitted within or around the SRC at any time.
4. No food, drinks, or chewing gum are permitted within the facility, beyond the main lobby located by the front desk. Consumption of food and drinks within the facility from vending operations during varsity athletic events and special occasions will be permitted.
5. All injuries are to be immediately reported to the SRC staff and Office of Public Safety.
6. Neither the SRC staff nor Rose-Hulman may be held liable for accidents or injuries due to use of the SRC or the equipment in the facility.
7. The Emergency telephone number is ext. 8590 for Office of Public Safety and 911 for Terre Haute Emergency.
8. The Facility Manager or Office of Public Safety may close the SRC at any time for health and safety concerns.
9. Equipment Use - Sports Equipment may be checked out at the SRC Front Desk. Users must show a valid I.D. card. All equipment must be returned the same day. The replacement cost of any item checked out and not returned or damaged will be charged to the user.

2. Courts

1. Individuals using the facility are required to wear tennis shoes or nonmarking shoes.
2. Individuals wearing street shoes are not permitted on any courts within the facility.
3. Individuals with bare feet are not allowed on any court areas.
4. All metal racquets must have rubber guards.
5. Eye guards are required at all times while playing racquetball. Eye guards are available at the front desk of the Sports and Recreation Center.

3. Pool/Diving Area

All pool policies have been developed in accordance with the Indiana State Department of Health Swimming and Wading Pool Codes 410 IAC 6-2.

1. Use of the pool is not permitted without a lifeguard present (410 IAC 6-2-11).
2. Entrance to the pool is permitted only through locker rooms. Doors located within the aquatic area are for emergency exiting only.
3. Horseplay, rough housing, profanity, spitting, or other inappropriate behavior will not be tolerated.
4. No food or drinks are permitted on the deck of the pool. Spectators watching varsity competitions or special events are permitted food and drinks in the viewing area only.
5. Balls, inner tubes, water wings, toys, inflatable supports, and artificial swimming aids are allowed in the pool only at the discretion of the lifeguard on duty.
6. Swimming suits must be worn in the pool. Clothing other than suits is not allowed.
7. Swimmers are responsible for providing their own towels.
8. No shoes other than flip-flops, swim shoes, or shower shoes are permitted.
9. Individuals with open sores or lacerations are not permitted to use the pool.
10. Only one person is permitted on the diving board at a time.
11. All dives or jumps must be straight off the end of the board.
12. Diving is not permitted until the previous diver clears the area.
13. Divers are required to swim to the nearest side after completing a dive.
14. All injuries should be reported to the lifeguard immediately.
15. The Sports and Recreation Center Staff is not responsible for injuries or accidents.
16. The lifeguard in charge has the right to dismiss individuals violating pool rules. Lifeguards on duty have the authority to prohibit diving.
17. Emergency telephone numbers are located by the phone in the pool office.
18. If lightning is visible, the pool will close and reopen only when lightning is no longer present.

4. Athletic and Intramural Fields

1. Phil Brown Field, Jim Rendel Field, Art Nehf Field, and the Varsity Softball Field are for varsity athletics use only.
2. Intramural and recreation fields located east of the tennis courts and maintenance facility are for the general campus community use.
3. Intramural and recreation fields scheduling priority will be given to Intramural Sports. All other use is on a first come, first served basis.

5. Outdoor Tennis Courts

1. The Rose-Hulman Tennis Courts are for the use of Rose-Hulman students, faculty, staff, alumni and their families only.
2. Activities other than tennis are NOT permitted on the courts.
3. Skateboards, roller blades, or bicycles are NOT permitted.
4. Players are expected to observe all rules of tennis etiquette.
   • no profanity
   • no loud conversations
   • no chasing balls on the other courts while play is in progress
   • no walking behind courts while play is in progress
   • no throwing racquets
5. Use of the tennis courts is on a first come basis. Special reservations can be made at the SRC front desk.
6. Varsity tennis schedules will be posted on the SRC web page.
7. Tennis shoes only. Black soled shoes or boots are not permitted.
8. The SRC Facility Manager must approve lessons and reservations.

6. Rifle Range

Access

1. Only the Rifle Team Coach and Director for Sports and Recreation Facilities shall have keys to the range full time.
2. The Rifle Team has scheduling priority for the Shooting Range.
3. The Rifle Team schedules will be available on the SRC web page.
4. No access will be given to the office or storage areas.
5. Individuals on the "Approved Individual" lists may check out the key from the SRC Director's office during normal operating hours. Range hours are the same as the SRC hours.
6. "Approved Individuals" are members of the Rifle Team as noted by the Team Coach.
7. An "Approved Individual" list must be kept up to date by the Team Coach.
8. Non-RHIT groups may use the range on a restricted basis.
   • Outside groups must make reservations one week prior to use with the Facilities Manager.
   • An "Approved Individual" must accompany all non-RHIT groups.
9. All individuals must lock up the Shooting Range and return keys prior to SRC closing for the day.
10. Individuals who have been banned from the Shooting Range will NOT be allowed access for a period to be determined by the Team Coach and the Facilities Manager.

Rules

1. Only .22 caliber rifle or weaker ammunition is permitted for firing on the range.
2. Only soft lead or lead alloy ammunition is permitted on the range.
3. The use of hollow point, fragmenting, incendiary or tracer ammunition is STRICTLY prohibited.
4. Eye protection is required.
5. Hearing protection is required at all times, except when only air guns are being used.
6. The ventilation system should be ON at all times, except when only air guns are being used.
7. All individuals should police their brass and any other trash and deposit it in the appropriate containers prior to locking up.
8. The ventilation system and lights should be turned off and the heat turned down prior to locking up the range.
9. An "Approved Individual" shall act as the Range Officer (RO).
10. The following safety rules will be observed and enforced by the RO at all times:
    • Bolts or actions will be open and chambers will be empty during all firearms handling behind the firing line.
    • All firearms will be pointed up or down range at all times.
    • Firearms will be loaded only when the shooter is ready to fire.
    • All firing must be done at least 20 feet from the targets.
    • No individual will fire until the RO has given a clear command to do so.
    • Rapid fire shooting is prohibited except during a sanctioned NRA or USAS match.
    • From the hip shooting is prohibited.
    • All bolts or actions will be open and chambers will be empty if anyone is in front of the firing line or a "Cease Fire" has been called by anyone.
    • Anyone will call "Cease Fire" if they observe any safety violation, if they encounter backsplatter or if they see smoke or sparks where the bullets impact.
11. The RO will remove or ban from the range all safety violators or those who abuse range facilities or equipment. In such cases, the RO should notify the Facilities Manager ASAP.

HEALTH & SAFETY
Every participant is responsible for their individual health and safety. All students who desire to participate in the vigorous sports of the intramurals program should, for their own protection, have a physical examination within the year.
Rose-Hulman, the SRC Director, or the Director of Intramurals are not responsible for injuries as a result of intramural or recreational accidents.
In case of injury, seek care in Health Services. All injuries should be reported IMMEDIATELY.

INTRAMURAL ATHLETICS
The philosophy that fair play is essential to the conduct of every contest is an essential part of the intramural program. Several policies and guidelines have been established to encourage and ensure proper conduct and fairness of opportunity for all. Intramural sports programs are available to all current students, faculty, and staff, regardless of ability. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to participate within the limits of their abilities.

INTRAMURAL RULES

ELIGIBILITY

All students of Rose-Hulman shall be eligible to enter any sport as follows:

1. An entry fee of $10.00 per team is required to participate in league competition. If a team completes the season without forfeiting a contest the entry fee will be returned. One forfeit during the season will result in a $5.00 fine, or one-half the entry fee. Two forfeits during the season will result in the loss of the entry fee. The money would be put back into the intramural program.

2. A student may play for two teams in the same sport when at least three leagues (levels of play) are offered. However, he or she may only play one level above or below in that sport. For example: a player may play on a D level basketball team and a C level basketball team or a B level volleyball team and an A level volleyball team. But he or she may not play on a C level basketball team and an A level basketball team or a C level volleyball team and an A level volleyball team. When only two leagues are offered a student may not play on more than one team. These guidelines are subject to change, depending on the sport.

3. Teams may add players to their rosters up through the second to last game of the regular season.  Rosters are established throughout the season and do not have to be turned in prior to the first game.

4. Prior to each game or contest, players must present their Rose-Hulman student, staff or faculty identification card so they may be signed in on the scorecard. Only the names of those players present will be placed on the scorecard. This helps insure that only Rose-Hulman students, faculty or staff are participating in the Intramural Program. This service is not offered to any off campus person or group.

5. Any team using an ineligible player shall forfeit the games in which the ineligible player participated. Intramural workers will check the identification cards prior to the game or contest, to insure player's eligibility.

6. An Intercollegiate athlete who was on an athletic team roster may not participate in the "like" sport for that academic year. Example: A baseball player who is on the fall roster may not play I.M. softball the following spring. Intercollegiate athletes are welcome to play/participate in all other I.M. sports.

7. An individual and/or team may be barred from intramural participation at any time by the Intramural Director.

8. Alcoholic beverages are prohibited at all intramural events. Any individual or team violating this rule can be barred from all I.M. activities for one year.

9. The use of profanity directed at an opponent, official, or spectator will not be allowed. Violators can be expelled from the contest.

PROTESTS

1. The Intramural Protest Board shall be the Intramural Director, Graduate Assistants for Intramural Sports and the Intramural Council. This Board shall rule on all protests.

2. The Intramural Director shall rule on all questions of eligibility.

3. Contests in which a protest is sustained by the Protest Board shall be replayed from the time the protest occurred.

4. There will be no protest concerning the judgment of the official.

5. Protests should be made first to the Intramural Director. All protests must be made in writing and received by the Intramural Director within 24 hours after the contest was played. Describe the nature of protest, the teams involved, date played and the name of the officials. No consideration will be given to a protest that has not followed this procedure.

FORFEITS

A team or individual shall forfeit any contest for the following reasons:

1. Failure to appear and be "ready to play" at the appointed place and scheduled time for a contest. The official in charge may declare the contest forfeited to the team or contestants ready to play. (The officials should give notification that it is time to play and then that the game is forfeited.) "Ready-to-play" means a team must be on the playing area with the required number of players for that sport. Any team or individual leaving the field of play before a contest is completed or called by the official will lose by forfeit.

2. Any team that forfeits two games will be dropped from the remainder of the schedule. (Subject to change.)

3. Teams that postpone games or agree to a forfeiture without securing consent from the Intramural Office are both liable to a penalty of a forfeit.

4. Individual tournament matches not completed (with the score sheet reported to the Intramural Office before the given match deadline) will count as a forfeit for the individuals involved. Individual tournament matches played but not reported before the given match deadline will count as a loss for the individuals involved

RESIDENCE LIFE

PHILOSOPHY OF RESIDENCE HALL LIVING
The residence halls of Rose-Hulman play a very important part in a student's life while on campus. The students in these halls develop much of their perception of Rose-Hulman through their time spent in residence halls.

The residence hall staff believes quite strongly in the social, emotional, and educational growth that is developed through interaction with other students and through various educational programs provided by the staff.

The residence halls at Rose-Hulman are truly an extension of the college classroom and provide the student an opportunity to participate in community development experiences and to develop human relation skills.

RESIDENCE HALL STAFF - 2007-2008

RESIDENCE HALL GOVERNMENT
RESIDENCE HALL ASSOCIATION (RHA)
All residence hall students are potential members of the Residence Hall Association. RHA meets weekly in the Worx (lower level of Hulman Union) and its major purpose is to provide a means of improving residence life in all areas. Each residence hall student pays $15.00/quarter (included in your bill) to RHA for its use in achieving this purpose.

INDIVIDUAL HALL GOVERNMENT
Each residence hall floor should select at least two representatives to RHA. This does not exclude other members of the floor from membership in RHA. All residence hall students may attend RHA and participate as voting members. RHA money is primarily distrubuted to floors based on attendance at weekly meetings.

RESIDENCE HALL POLICY
GENERAL POLICIES
It is important for resident students on campus to become familiar with all Institute policies. While the Institute has few policies governing behavior in the residence halls, these policies are enforced by the Office of Student Affairs staff.

All resident students are responsible for the care of their assigned room in the halls, for their personal conduct, and for the conduct of their guests therein.

Resident students should understand that the Institute does not condone and will not permit behavior in these residences which is in conflict with stated policy or which could create situations which might conflict with their academic endeavors as students (e.g., cohabitation and unlawful drug use are not permitted in any residence hall).

Guests are not permitted to stay in student rooms in the residence halls without the prior approval of the Associate Dean of Students or the Vice President for Student Affairs.

ROOM INSPECTION
The Institute reserves the right to inspect any student room for damages or suspected illegal activity. The Institute also reserves the right to inspect residence hall quarters if reasonable cause exists to indicate that violations of stated policies have occurred. Generally, such inspection will occur in the presence of the occupant(s) of these quarters. However, if the suspected violation is considered to be of such a serious nature as to require immediate action when the occupant(s) is/are not present, inspection could still occur.

Such inspections can only occur at the discretion of and under the authority of the Vice President of Student Affairs and/or the Associate Dean of Students.

REQUIRED FRESHMAN RESIDENCE
Unless commuting from home, all freshmen are required to live on campus. Easier availability and access to facilities, fewer distractions, and living with others who share common academic endeavors are primary reasons for this requirement of freshman residence.

In short, the Institute feels that it is educationally sound practice to require students new to the campus to live in residence halls.

SMOKING IN THE RESIDENCE HALLS & HULMAN UNION
Smoking is prohibited in Hulman Union Building, the residence halls, and the area directly outside the external doorways.

VISITATION POLICY

A. Freshman Residence Halls - Fall Quarter
Visitation by members of the opposite sex shall be permissible in student rooms of the freshman residence halls between the hours of 8 a.m. to 12 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Friday and Saturday during the Fall Quarter, provided that each resident is personally responsible for a proper atmosphere prevailing in the visitation area during visitation hours.

B. Freshman Residence Halls - Winter & Spring Quarters

All freshman floors, which will be defined as any floor that consists of a majority of freshmen, shall have the privilege of determining their own "weekend" visitation policies for winter and spring quarter from the following list:

A. Sunday through Thursday
12 p.m.-10 p.m.
Friday and Saturday
Noon - 2 a.m.

B. Sunday through Thursday
9 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Friday and Saturday
9 a.m. - 2 a.m.

C. Monday through Thursday
8 a.m. - 2 a.m.
Friday
through 2 a.m. Monday

Implementation of Option C permits 24-hour visitation rights, but under no circumstances does it allow cohabitation.

C. Upperclass Residence Halls

All upperclass floors, which will be defined as any floor that consists of a majority of upperclassmen, shall have the privilege of determining their own visitation policy from the following options:

A. Sunday through Thursday
12 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Friday and Saturday
12 noon - 2 a.m.

B. Sunday through Thursday
9 a.m. - 12 a.m.
Friday and Saturday
9 a.m. - 2 a.m.

C. Monday through Thursday
8 a.m. - 2 a.m.
8 a.m. Friday
through 2 a.m. Monday

Implementation of Option C permits 24-hour visitation rights, but under no circumstances does it allow cohabitation.

PROCEDURE FOR DETERMINING VISITATION OPTION
A 2/3 majority vote by a floor shall determine which policy that floor will incorporate. If a 2/3 majority is not reached on the first ballot, then a second and final vote must be taken within 48 hours. If this 2/3 majority is still not reached, then all votes for provision C shall be included with the votes for provision B. If the 2/3 majority is still not obtained, then provision A shall be instituted on that floor.

OTHER ITEMS PERTAINING TO VISITATION

Visitors are permitted on campus and in the residence hall lounges (mainly first floor lobbies only) on a 24-hour a day basis. However, students are always personally responsible for their own behavior as well as the behavior of their guests.

A residence hall floor always has the option of selecting visitation hours which are more limiting than those offered.

Failure to conform to the above rules could mean a loss of visitation privilege for the person or persons involved; repeated violation could result in eviction from the residence hall or dismissal from the Institute.

POLICY ON HALL AND FLOOR PARTIES
The Associate Dean of Students should always be made aware of the occurrence of hall parties. Residence Hall Association funds can only be obtained if residents of a hall attend an RHA meeting and report a planned hall party.

The policy on alcoholic beverages is in effect during hall parties and the students of a hall should regulate their behavior accordingly during the hall parties. No alcoholic beverages are permitted in the lobbies and corridors at any time.

ADDITIONAL RULES AND REGULATIONS AFFECTING RESIDENCE HALL STUDENTS ARE FOUND UNDER RULES OF CONDUCT AND DISCIPLINE.

RESIDENCE HALL INFORMATION
PUBLIC AREAS OF THE HALL
Each and every resident is responsible for the care of all public areas within the hall in which the resident lives. This includes the restrooms, hallways, and lounges. Residents of the hall may be held financially responsible for damages to the public areas of their respective hall.

QUIET HOURS
Quiet Hours will be established on each residence hall floor. Quiet hour guidelines will include the following items:

1. Times during which all noise (stereos, horseplay, etc.) should be kept to a minimum on school nights (Sunday-Thursday).
2. Methods of keeping noise to a minimum.
3. How the policy will be enforced.

The key element in a successful group living situation is "Consideration and Respect for Your Neighbor". Quiet hours are established to benefit all residents and to promote a healthy study environment.

ROOM CARE
The room you have been assigned is for the academic year. In order to make resident living as comfortable as possible, the following regulations have been adopted.

1. Televisions are permitted in the student's room.
2. Carpeting is permitted. Those who have carpeting not provided by the school will be expected to clean their own rooms.
3. Occupants of a room may assume the housekeeping responsibilities for their room by notifying the housekeeper.
4. It will be up to those who decide to perform their own housekeeping to obtain linen from the housekeeper.
5. The occupants of any room may do their own interior decorating with the following guidelines:
   1. Painting of walls, woodwork, ceiling, or other items owned by the Institute is prohibited unless specific permission is obtained from the Associate Dean of Students and/or Vice President for Student Affairs.
   2. Permanent structural changes are not permitted (i.e., items which are bolted to the wall may not be removed, closet doors may not be removed, etc.).
   3. The room must be restored to its normal condition before the occupants move out.
   4. The occupants of the room will pay for damages to the room or its furnishings.
   5. The occupants stand ready to assume their own housekeeping should changes in the room impede normal housekeeping by the housekeepers.
6. Those who wish housekeeping services as usual will meet the following conditions:
   1. All personal items (clothing, books, etc.) must be off the floor.
   2. Beds must be stripped and the dirty linen placed at one end of the bed.
   3. Beds must be clear, not blocked at the ends or sides by bookshelves, stereo equipment, refrigerators, etc., or any other item which would prevent the bed from being moved so that it can be made.

   Failure to abide by one or more of these provisions will mean that the room will not be cleaned that week.

7. Those wishing to sleep late on days when their rooms are scheduled to be cleaned should leave a note to the housekeeper indicating a definite time when the room may be cleaned.
8. Bottle and can collections are permitted provided they do not interfere with normal housekeeping.
9. Cooking in the resident room with anything other than a compact microwave is not permitted. A kitchen in each residence hall is provided for this purpose.
10. Waterbeds are not permitted in the residence halls.
11. Window air conditioners are not permitted in the residence halls, unless already provided by the Institute.
12. Other than box springs, no furniture or furnishings will be moved in or out of a room without permission of the Dean of Student Affairs or the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs.
13. Occupants of a room will be held accountable for any damages to their room or its furnishings. Such damage will be reported to the Office of Student Affairs and the Controller, and charged against the occupant's account.
14. The Institute is not responsible for the condition or contents of your room while you are out. Keep your door locked when you are out.
15. The only pets permitted in the residence halls are fish. Exceptions may be granted by the student's Resident Assistant.
16. Screens may not be opened or removed from the student's window. The student will receive a warning for the first infraction and a fine of $5 for each infraction thereafter.
17. Compact microwave ovens are permitted in student rooms. They may not exceed 1.5 amps.
18. Streets signs (stop signs, yield signs, speed limit signs, etc.) are not permitted in the student's room unless the student can provide proof of ownership.
19. Grills are not permitted in or around the residence halls, except those permanetly installed outside.
20. Only heavy duty extension cords should be used. Lightweight cords may overheat and are a fire hazard. Do not run cords under carpeting, etc.
21. Cable TV is provided in the lounge and rooms of each residence hall. Tampering with the cable system is against state law. It will also lead to loss of Cable service for the residence hall involved. Exterior antennas or satellite dishes are not permitted.

ASSIGNMENT OF RESIDENCE HALL AND SELECTION OF ROOMS
Each spring you will be asked to preference your on campus residence hall room and roommate (if you have a preference). Guidelines will be listed in the information distributed at that time.

If there is not enough residence hall space for all desiring it, the following priority system will be in effect:

1st - Freshmen
2nd - Sophomores
3rd - Juniors
4th - Seniors
5th - Off campus students
6th - Transfer students
7th - Those turning in late housing forms

The Associate Dean of Students reserves the right to make exceptions to this priority system.

It may be necessary to randomly draw among those requesting but not receiving housing to determine the order in which they will receive on campus housing. Placement on the housing waiting list is completely random unless an exception has been granted by the Associate Dean of Students.

APPLIANCES
Radios, tape recorders, and stereo sets are permitted in the rooms. Exterior antennas of any sort are not permitted since they violate the insurance policy of the Institute.

Open heating elements are not permitted. Closed heating elements with a thermostatic control will be permitted - e.g., electric blankets, coffee pots, and popcorn poppers. Because of the danger of fire, halogen lights are not permitted.

Irons may be used in the laundry room only.

LOST KEYS
If you have permanently lost your room key, see your Resident Assistant. The Resident Assistant will issue you a new key and your lock core will be changed at a charge of $25.00. Housekeepers have been instructed not to give out keys to anyone. If you have temporarily lost your key - e.g. locked the key in your room, left it at home, etc., see the housekeeper during the day or a Resident Assistant after the housekeepers have left.

At the end of the school year you will be notified to return your room key to the Student Affairs Office. If you do not return your key, you will be charged $25.00.  If you have any questions, contact your Resident Assistant and he or she will assist you.

REPAIRS IN ROOM
If you need any repairs in your room, contact the housekeeping staff or your Resident Assistant and he or she will report the repair request to the proper people.

THEFT REPORTS
If something has been stolen from your room, report it to your Resident Assistant immediately. The Resident Assistant will contact the proper staff. While the Institute is not responsible for replacement of stolen items from student rooms, we encourage you to continually give attention to the security of your valuables. You should give special attention to valuable belongings between quarters and during other break periods. Lock your door when you are out of your room.

VENDING MACHINE/WASHER-DRYER REFUNDS
All refunds from vending machines and washing machines will be handled by the Resident Assistant staff. When you lose money in the vending machines, report it immediately to a Resident Assistant. Then you will need to fill out an information report. The Resident Assistant, in turn, will be responsible in seeing that the refund is obtained from the vending machine company and returned to you.

GENERAL HALL FACILITIES
There are storage facilities in each of the residence halls. Luggage and trunks should be stored there.

There are laundry facilities in the residence halls. The washers and dryers installed there are the property of a private vendor. Laundry soap is not furnished.

Study rooms are provided in Baur-Sames-Bogart, Speed, Deming, Percopo and the New Apartment Halls for the convenience of residents.

There are vending machines in each hall which are operated and owned by local companies. These machines are placed there as a convenience to residents, and they are serviced weekly.

LIABILITY INSURANCE
The Institute cannot be responsible for the personal property of its students. Insurance against fire, theft, or property damage of the personal belongings of a student, including an automobile, is the student's own responsibility.

FIRE PREVENTION POLICIES

1. Fire extinguishers, alarms and emergency lighting equipment are placed in the residence halls for the protection of the students. They are to be used for emergencies only.
2. Tampering with any fire extinguishment device is strictly prohibited.
3. Extension cords shall not be used as a substitute wiring.
4. Multi-outlets are acceptable providing they are not cascaded or linked in line with one another.
5. Open splices are prohibited (wiring such as two extension cords being wire wrapped and taped together to extend or replace a bad or short wire).
6. A spray type fire retardant should be applied to any common combustible introduced into the living environment that deviates from Rose-Hulman provisions. This specifically includes wooden lofts.
7. All beds should be constructed in such a manner that the sleeping surface is exitable on at least two of the four sides.

Any violation of these policies could lead to disciplinary action for those student(s) involved.

HOUSING BETWEEN TERMS
Since the regular quarter room charge does not cover room charges between terms, students who need to remain in the residence halls during any part of the interim period will make necessary arrangements with the Associate Dean of Students, and charges for such service will be $4.00 per night. All residence hall policies are in effect during the break periods.

INSTITUTE POLICIES, RULES & REGULATIONS

See also  INVOLUNTARY MEDICAL WITHDRAWAL

I: GENERAL DISCIPLINE POLICY

An Overview.

1. The sections that follow discuss the discipline policies of the Institute in detail. This section summarizes those policies, showing the areas of jurisdiction and the levels of appeal. The major focus in this document is on the procedures of the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee, since rules governing general student conduct are discussed in the appropriate student handbooks.
2. There are two major areas of jurisdiction. The Dean of Students and the Dean's staff handle cases of Non-Academic Misconduct. Individual faculty members and the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee handle cases of Academic Misconduct. All cases of misconduct must be reported to the Dean of Students.
3. Whenever a student is charged with Non-Academic Misconduct, a disciplinary conference will be scheduled with the Dean of Students.
4. Any student charged with misconduct is urged to consult with the Dean of Students or the Chairperson of the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee to be informed of the procedures that will be followed and to receive assistance in preparing a defense.

General Policy

1. The Institute values its reputation for moral leadership as much as its reputation for academic excellence and expects all persons associated with it to maintain this reputation. The Institute's Code of Ethics is simple and direct:  Rose-Hulman expects its students to be responsible adults and to behave at all times with honor and integrity.
2. All students are expected to abide by this Code and to aid in its enforcement by reporting violations of it.
3. All Institute administrative officials, faculty, and staff are authorized to enforce the rules and policies of the Institute, are expected to report any violations thereof to the appropriate disciplinary agencies, and will be given full legal support for Institute-related disciplinary actions they may take, on or off campus.
4. All Institute personnel are urged to be both firm and fair in taking disciplinary action and to do so in consultation with other Institute personnel to avoid illegal actions.

Authority.

1. The Board of Trustees has granted authority to the President of the Institute, in an instance of major disturbance or civil disobedience, to immediately dismiss any student or employee who refuses to leave the scene of the disturbance.
2. The Board has granted authority to the Faculty to admit and dismiss (suspend) students and the responsibility for all matters involving student discipline.
3. The Faculty has delegated to the Dean of Students and to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee the authority to dismiss a student, i.e., to impose temporary or permanent suspension.

II: NON-ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT

Procedures and Appeals in Cases of Non-Academic Misconduct.

1. Non-Academic Misconduct includes action such as theft, damage, or unauthorized use of Institute property, the disruption of Institute activities on or off campus, disorderly conduct on Institute property or in off-campus fraternity or sorority houses, or violations of Institute regulations as set forth in the Student Handbook.
2. Jurisdiction in such cases lies with the Dean of Students and instances of such misconduct witnessed by Institute students, faculty, or staff should be reported to the Dean.
3. Routine problems in the residence halls are handled by the Resident Assistants with the help of professional members of the Student Affairs staff (the Associate Dean or the Director of Residence Life).  A student may appeal their rulings to the Dean of Students.
4. Whenever a student is charged with Non-Academic Misconduct, a disciplinary conference will be scheduled with the Dean of Students. If the facts of the case and the penalties to be imposed can be agreed upon, the Dean of Students and the student will sign a Statement of Agreement.  This Statement of Agreement, when signed, will constitute a waiver of the right to a hearing or any appeal and an acceptance of the findings and penalties imposed.
5. If an agreement cannot be reached regarding both the facts of the case and the penalty to be imposed (i.e., a Statement of Agreement has not been signed) and the Dean of Students has determined that suspension from Rose-Hulman may be warranted, then the Dean of Students has the authority to suspend the student or refer the case to the Rules and Discipline Committee.  If the Dean of Students determines that suspension is not an appropriate penalty, and a Statement of Agreement has not been signed, the student must select one of the following three committees to hear the case. The chair of the chosen committee must be contacted within five business days. If none of the chairs are contacted within five business days, then the Dean of Students will issue a ruling which is final.

1. A hearing by the Student Judicial Council. The Student Judicial Council is a committee of students appointed by the Student Government Association to handle cases of non-academic misconduct. The student may have counsel with him or her (a current student, faculty, or staff member).  Appeal of any sanctions assigned by the Student Judicial Council may be made to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee if initiated within five business days. If the chair of the Rules and Discipline Committee is not contacted within five business days, then the decision of the Student Judicial Council will be final. The appeal to the Rules and Discipline Committee will be final.
2. A hearing by the Student Affairs Judicial Board.  The Board consists of three members of the professional Student Affairs staff and cannot include the Dean of Students.  In all cases the student may have counsel (a current student, faculty, or staff member) with him or her. Appeals of sanctions assigned by the Student Affairs Judicial Board may be made to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee if initiated within five business days. If the chair of the Rules and Discipline Committee is not contacted within five business days, then the decision of the Student Affairs Judicial Board will be final. The appeal to the Rules and Discipline Committee will be final.
3. A hearing by the Rules and Discipline Committee.  This is a committee consisting of faculty, staff, and student(s) that hears cases of academic and non-academic misconduct. A Committee decision to suspend may be appealed to the Faculty (see below, "V: Appealing a Suspension to the Faculty"). In all other cases the decision of the Committee is final. An appeal of suspension by the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee decisions must be initiated within five business days by contacting the chair of the Rules and Discipline Committee. If the chair of the Rules and Discipline Committee is not contacted within five business days, then the decision of the Rules and Discipline Committee will be final.

Suspension by the Dean of Students.

1. The Dean is specifically delegated by the Faculty the authority to suspend a student, temporarily or permanently.  The student may appeal such a decision to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee within five business days and should be informed of the right to do so by the Dean.
2. The Dean may, in consultation with the President of the Institute, invoke summary suspension, barring a student from the Institute immediately.  This may be done when required for the well-being of the student, of other persons, or of the Institute.  The student must comply with this ruling, but may appeal to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee within five business days.
3. A suspension ruling will be recorded on the student’s academic record, unless the case is successfully appealed.  In the case of temporary suspension, this record will be removed at the end of the suspension period.  In the case of permanent suspension it will remain permanently.
4. The Dean of Students shall report all instances of suspension of a student by the Dean of Students at the next regular Institute Meeting.

III: ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT

Actions by an Instructor.

1. Academic Misconduct includes actions such as cheating, plagiarizing, or interfering with the academic progress of other students.
2. In such cases, the instructor may choose to give reduced credit or no credit for work dishonestly done. This may result in a lowering of the student's course grade.
3. In addition, the instructor may appropriately levy some further penalty, since the student has violated the Institute Code. Penalties include but are not limited to a warning, (further) lowering the course grade, failure in the course, or turning the case over to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee.
4. The student has the right to appeal the instructor's decision to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee. The instructor should inform the student of this right of appeal at the time the decision is discussed with the student.
5. In all instances, the instructor shall submit a brief written report of the case and any action taken to the Dean of Students, the Head of department, and the student. In case a penalty course grade (F, D, or D+) has been assigned, a copy of the report shall also be submitted to the Registrar. These reports will be kept on file until the student graduates, at which time the records will be destroyed. If the case is successfully appealed, the records will be expunged unless the student requests that they be retained. For example, they may be retained in an instance where the course grade has been lowered by the instructor but the Committee subsequently exonerated the student. (See: "Hearings Before the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee: Committee Actions.")

Bringing a Case to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee.

1. If a student accused of Academic Misconduct feels that an instructor has been unfair or has imposed a penalty too severe the student may appeal to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee.
2. An instructor, who would like a recommendation of what further penalty should be assessed or would like a penalty that carries the weight of faculty action, may bring the case to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee. This should be done particularly if the instructor feels that the case is serious enough to warrant suspension from the Institute. In turning the case over to the Committee, the instructor should indicate what actions have already taken in the case to aid them in judging what further penalty, if any, is appropriate. The instructor should also be prepared to abide by the recommendation of the Committee, whatever it might be.
3. If the Dean of Students finds a student involved in more than one instance of Academic Misconduct, the Dean may bring the case to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee.
4. If a Board of Inquiry finds evidence of Academic Misconduct, it will bring the case to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee. (See Below.)

Board of Inquiry.

1. A student or any other person connected with the Institute who witnesses Academic Misconduct or who has reason to believe that it has occurred should discuss this with the instructor, the Department Head, or the Dean of Students. They may bring the case directly to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee or, if more investigation is required, they will bring the matter to the Dean of the Faculty who, in consultation with the Dean of Students, will appoint a Board of Inquiry.
2. This Board will consist of two faculty members who are not members of the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee.
3. If the Board finds sufficient evidence of misconduct it will bring the case to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee.

IV: HEARINGS BEFORE THE INSTITUTE RULES AND DISCIPLINE COMMITTEE

Types of Cases Heard by the Committee.

1. A student may appeal a disciplinary action of an individual instructor.
2. A student may appeal a suspension ruling by the Dean of Students.
3. A faculty member, the Dean of Students or other Institute official, or a Board of Inquiry may bring a case against a student.

General Procedures.

1. The party requesting a hearing shall submit a complete written statement to the Chairperson of the Committee, who will distribute copies to all persons involved and to the Dean of Students. The Chairperson shall invite the other parties involved to submit written rebuttal statements. The Chairperson shall schedule a hearing date and notify all parties, calling the procedures herein described to their attention so that they will be aware of their rights and of the conduct of the hearing. All this shall be accomplished as expeditiously as possible, preferably within a few days.
2. At the hearing, the student may be accompanied by a faculty member or other person affiliated with the Institute to serve as counsel. The Chairperson shall contact the student prior to the hearing to ascertain whether counsel is required and, if necessary, shall assist in the selection.
3. The accused has the right to hear all testimony, to examine all evidence, to question all witnesses, to present evidence, and to ask that witnesses be called on the accused's behalf. The student also has the right to remain silent and a decision to do so will not be taken as an admission of guilt.
4. Witnesses may be requested to appear before the Committee by the Chairperson if desired by the accused, by the person bringing charges, or by the Committee itself.
5. Any member of the Committee directly involved in the case under consideration or who, for any reason, would be biased in the case, will be excused from the hearing by the Chairperson. The accused and the accused's counsel may petition the Chairperson to excuse a Committee member whom they believe holds a serious bias in the case.
6. Guilt or innocence in a case shall be determined solely on the merits of that case. The Committee shall not review the previous disciplinary record of the accused before the hearing, or permit such information to be introduced in the hearing, or allow such knowledge as they may have to bias their judgment.
7. Any finding requires concurrence by a majority of Committee members taking part in the hearing.
8. A recording of the hearing will be made.
9. After the close of the hearing, the Committee will privately consider the case, call additional meetings if necessary, reach a decision, notify all parties of the decision, and prepare a brief written statement. Copies of this statement will be sent to all parties and to the Dean of Students to be made a part of the student's personal (not academic) record.
10. The intent of the foregoing procedures is to make clear to all parties what will occur during the hearing and to safeguard the rights of the accused. It is also their intent to make the hearings as relaxed as possible and to permit free interchange of information between the accused and the Committee in an effort to ascertain the relevant facts of the case.

Committee Actions.

1. In the case of a student appealing the disciplinary action of an instructor, the Committee may uphold the action of the instructor, may decide that the student is innocent, or may decide that the student has been too severely penalized. Accordingly, it may recommend that the instructor reconsider actions (such as lowering a grade) that have been taken. However, because of the limitations of academic freedom, the Committee is not empowered to change any grade. If the instructor chooses not to follow the Committee's recommendation the Committee will prepare a written statement of its findings for inclusion in the student's personal records. It is hereby specifically noted that, in cases of student appeal, the Committee may not recommend penalties in addition to those which the instructor has already imposed.
2. In the case of a student appealing a suspension by the Dean of Students, the Committee may affirm the suspension, may mitigate the suspension (changing permanent suspension to temporary suspension or reducing the terms of suspension), or may remove the suspension and recommend that the Dean substitute other penalties or that no penalties be assessed. The Committee may not levy additional penalties. The Committee is not empowered to review other disciplinary actions of the Dean, such as removing a student from the Residence Halls, which may be appealed to the President of the Institute.
3. In the case of a hearing initiated against a student, if the Committee finds the student innocent it may recommend, but cannot require, that any penalties previously assessed be removed. Its report shall include its determination of innocence and shall direct that all written reports of the case be expunged from the student's personal record unless the student requests that they be retained. For example, they may be retained in an instance where a course grade has been lowered by the instructor but the Committee subsequently exonerated the student.
4. In the case of a hearing initiated against a student, if the Committee renders a finding of guilty, the Dean of Students will then review the student's previous disciplinary record, if any, to aid the Committee in its decision as to the penalty. Penalty options include, but are not limited to, a reprimand, a recommendation to the instructor that the student's grade be lowered or that the student be failed in the course, suspension of the student from extra-curricular activities, a referral of the case to civil authorities, or suspension of the student from the Institute. The Committee will not seek to devise 'novel' penalties or forms of restitution unless they seem clearly appropriate and do not constitute 'cruel and unusual punishment'.
5. A decision to suspend may be appealed to the Faculty. (See below.) In all other cases, the decision of the Committee is final; that is, no further appeal is permitted by the student and no penalties beyond those recommended by the Committee should be assessed by the instructor.

Suspension by the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee.

1. Should the Committee decide to suspend the student from the Institute, it will notify the Dean of Students, the Registrar, and the Chairperson of the Admissions and Standing Committee of the suspension. A student choosing to appeal the decision to the Faculty, may remain enrolled and in attendance at the Institute until the appeal has been heard, unless the Committee shall decide on immediate dismissal for reasons relating to the well-being of the student, of other persons, or of the Institute.
2. The Committee may stipulate suspension for one, two, or three terms. After the suspension period the student will normally be permitted to submit a written petition to the Dean of Students who will review it. After the review, the Dean of Students will submit a recommendation to the Admissions and Standing Committee for final action.

In unusual cases, such as repeated misconduct, personal injury, or serious violations of law, the Committee may impose permanent suspension, thus ruling out readmission.

3. A suspension ruling will be recorded on the student's academic record, unless the case is successfully appealed. In the case of temporary suspension, this record will be removed at the end of the suspension period. In the case of permanent suspension it will remain permanently.
4. A student who is suspended forfeits all rights to a refund of any portion of fees paid and will remain liable for all monies owed.
   See TUITION AND FEES.
5. The Committee may stipulate that the Institute will not accept TRANSFER CREDIT earned at another school by a student during the period of suspension from the Institute.
6. The Chairperson shall report all instances in which the Committee has suspended a student at the next regular Institute Meeting.

V: APPEALING A SUSPENSION TO THE FACULTY

Overview.

The grounds for appeal will generally be (but are not limited to):

1. That the hearing was not fair (because of biases of members of the Rules and Discipline Committee, etc.)
2. That the findings of the hearing were not accurate (because evidence was overlooked or improper evidence taken into account.)
3. That the findings were accurate but the penalty too severe (because mitigating circumstances were not taken into account.)
4. That the student accepts the findings and the penalty as just but wishes to plead for special consideration.

General Procedures.

1. A student who is suspended and wishes to appeal this ruling to the Faculty must submit a written appeal to the Chairperson of the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee within five business days of the Committee's ruling.
2. The Chairperson will provide the student with a copy of the minutes or a recording of the hearing.
3. Within five business days of receiving the minutes or recording, the student must make a written appeal to the President of the Institute, who will distribute copies to the Dean of Students, the Chairperson of the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee and other persons involved.
4. The case will be heard at either a regular or special Institute Meeting at the discretion of the President, who will preside at the appeal.
5. All parties in the case will be permitted to appear at the hearing to make statements and answer questions. The student may be accompanied by a faculty member or other person affiliated with the Institute whom the student selects to serve as counsel.
6. The proceedings will begin with a report by the Chairperson of the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee, summarizing the previous hearing(s). Then the parties involved shall make their statements of appeal and answer questions from the Faculty. Since this is an appeal and not a re-hearing, witnesses will not be re-heard nor evidence reviewed. The focus will be on errors in the previous hearing, unfairness, or mitigating circumstances.
7. With all parties dismissed, the Faculty shall discuss its decision. Any faculty member directly involved in the case will be excused from this final deliberation. The decision shall be arrived at by simple majority vote. At the request of any faculty member, the vote will be by secret ballot.
8. The decision will be announced to all parties and a written report will be prepared by the Institute Secretary, with copies to all parties and a copy to the student's personal record in the Office of the Dean of Students.
9. The Chairperson will provide the student with a copy of the minutes or a recording of the hearing.
10. Since the Board of Trustees has granted authority to the Faculty to dismiss students, the Faculty's decision shall be final. 

Faculty Action Options.

1. The Faculty may affirm the action to suspend.
2. The Faculty may mitigate the penalty, changing permanent suspension to temporary suspension or reducing the terms of suspension.
3. The Faculty may substitute another penalty for suspension.
4. The Faculty may remand the case to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee for re-sentencing (i.e., specifying that a penalty other than suspension be assigned).
5. The Faculty may remand the case to the Institute Rules and Discipline Committee for re-hearing (in cases where there seem to have been serious improprieties in the hearing).
6. The Faculty may remove all penalties.
7. The Faculty may not levy penalties in addition to those already imposed.

Committee in Charge: Rules and Discipline Committee.

FAMILY EDUCATION RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT
The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. They are:

1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day the Institute receives a request for access.
   
   Students should submit to the Registrar, Dean, Head of the academic department, or other appropriate official, written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. The Institute official will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the Institute official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed.
    
2. The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the student believes are inaccurate or misleading.
   
   Students may ask the Institute to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the Institute official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading.  If the Institute decides not to amend the record as requested by the student, the Institute will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing.
    
3. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.

One exception which permits disclosure without consent is the disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the Institute in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom the Institute has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks.

A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.

Upon request, the Institute discloses education records without consent to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

Unless you request in writing to withhold disclosure of some or all information known as "Directory Information" such "Directory Information" may be disclosed without consent. "Directory Information" includes: name of student, year at Rose-Hulman, local telephone number, local e-mail address, local address, home address, date and place of birth, photograph, participation in officially recognized activities and sports, weight and height of members of athletic teams, dates of attendance, class schedule, class roster, degrees and awards received and the most recent previous educational institution attended. If you do not want some or all of the "Directory Information" disclosed, you must inform the Institute in writing on a Request Form to prohibit the release of the information.  Forms are available at the Office of the Registrar and must be filed with the Registrar on or before seven days after the first day when classes begin in the fall. Please consider very carefully the consequences of any decision by you to prohibit the disclosure of any category of "Directory Information". Should you decide to file a request form to prohibit release of information, any future requests for such information from non-institutional persons or organizations will be refused and, for example, this information about you would be omitted from listing to recruiters and commencement announcements, etc.

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by Rose-Hulman to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is:

   Family Policy Compliance Office
   U.S. Department of Education
   400 Maryland Avenue, SW
   Washington, DC 20202-4605

Involuntary Medical Withdrawal Guidelines

Subject to Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s duties under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, a student may be administratively withdrawn involuntarily from the Institute.

Purpose

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology seeks to establish and maintain a community environment that promotes education, research, and service.

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is particularly concerned with the health and safety of its students, faculty, and staff in an environment that is conducive to personal and intellectual growth.

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology desires to create a procedure separate from the student Discipline and Suspension policy for those students engaged in certain inappropriate behaviors (as described below) resulting from medical reasons.

Process

The Involuntary Medical Withdrawal process will be initiated and a student may be administratively withdrawn from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology when, in the judgment of the Vice-President for Student Affairs, the student’s medical condition involves one or more of the following:

1. A significant danger or imminent threat of harm to self, others, or property.
2. Behavior that signifies a chronic or repeated threat of harm to others or property.
3. Behavior that is disruptive to the Rose-Hulman community in that the behavior disturbs the academic pursuits or infringes upon the rights, privileges, health, or safety of others.
4. The student cannot be effectively treated medically while a member of the academic community.

Any member of the Rose-Hulman community who has reason to believe that a student may meet one or more of the above circumstances may contact the Office of Student Affairs.  The Vice-President for Student Affairs will review any information provided and consult with the counseling staff and/or the attending physician or psychiatrist regarding the health of the student (as permitted by FERPA guidelines). The student may be directed in writing and/or orally (depending upon the urgency of the situation) to attend a meeting with the Vice-President for Student Affairs.  The Vice-President for Student Affairs will meet with the student at the earliest possible time to discuss the student’s condition. 

Potential Outcomes of Such a Meeting

1. No action taken.  The student is permitted to remain at Rose-Hulman subject to no special conditions.
2. Conditional enrollment letter outlining specific actions required by the student to continue at Rose-Hulman.
3. Withdrawal from Rose-Hulman.  Withdrawal can be immediate.
4. The Vice-President for Student Affairs may invoke a summary suspension that will result in the student’s immediate withdrawal from the Institute. (This may be necessary for the well-being of the student, other persons, or of the Institute.)  The student must comply with this decision, but may proceed with the appeal process within the 48-hour appeal period.

Appeal Process

The student may appeal the Vice President of Student Affairs’ decision to the committee consisting of the Rules and Discipline Committee and the Director of International Student Services and Special Programs. Any appeal must be submitted to the chair of the Rules and Discipline Committee in writing within 48 hours of the Vice-President’s determination.

An appeal meeting will be scheduled to allow the student to present relevant information concerning the matter.  A representative (a student, faculty, or staff member from Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology) may be present to assist the student throughout the formal process.

At the conclusion of the meeting with the Committee, all information will be considered and a letter will be furnished to the student and the Vice-President for Student Affairs containing the committee’s conclusions regarding the appeal.

Re-Admittance

If an involuntary medical withdrawal occurs, conditions for readmittance may be imposed by the Vice President of Student Affairs at the time of the withdrawal. As the result of an involuntary medical withdrawal under this policy, a student may be asked to submit, prior to resuming classes or on-campus residence, a letter to the Vice-President for Student Affairs from a licensed health care professional stating that the student is capable of resuming academic course work and adhering to the responsibilities of living in a residence hall community.  In addition, the student will schedule and attend a meeting with the Admissions and Standing Committee as a condition of readmission.  This meeting can be arranged through the assistance of the Vice-President for Student Affairs or the Registrar’s Office.  The Admissions and Standing Committee will determine whether the student shall be readmitted.

Refunds

A student withdrawn from classes under this policy is eligible for tuition and fee refunds and residence hall refunds according to the Rose-Hulman Student Handbook.

ANTI-HAZING POLICY
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology strictly prohibits campus student organizations from participating in activities which recklessly or intentionally endanger the mental or physical health of students including the forced consumption of liquor or drugs for the purpose of initiation into or association with these organizations.

In short, Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is strictly anti-hazing!

Any person violating this policy is subject to suspension, expulsion, or other firm Institute disciplinary action. An organization which authorizes hazing activities will forfeit all campus privileges, including the right to license or exist on the campus.

All organizations should understand that offenders are also subject to prosecution through applicable criminal statutes on manslaughter, reckless endangerment, or assault.

POLICY ON ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
The Institute believes that the development of self-discipline, individual responsibility and respect for law will be enhanced by entrusting to students a greater responsibility for compliance with State law and by the removal of complete prohibitions which are not enforceable in practice.

Therefore, the Institute draws to the attention of all its members that it is unlawful for any person to sell, furnish, give or cause to be sold, furnished or given away any alcoholic beverages to any person under the age of 21 years. The Institute expects each individual student and each student living unit to assume responsibility for compliance with this provision of the Indiana Alcoholic Beverage Control Act on the Rose-Hulman campus. The Institute has particular concern for the assumption of this responsibility by students who are not yet 21 years of age and are, therefore, more exposed to violations of the law; this concern applies especially to freshman students, not merely because they are exposed to violations of the law but also and importantly because they are new to college life with its attendant problems of adjustment and achievement. These regulations rest on the assumption that Rose-Hulman students, relying on residence regulations and their own judicial procedures, are capable of individual and group self-discipline.

1. Each Rose student is individually and personally responsible for compliance with the applicable provisions of the law of the state of Indiana,
2. Alcoholic beverages may not be used by students on the campus except within the privacy of
   their own living quarters.
3. Alcoholic beverages shall not be made available, nor consumed by students in the "public" areas (i.e., lobby areas, corridors, or reception areas) of residence halls nor can they be made generally available through bar setups, at "rush" functions in fraternity houses, etc.
4. Alcoholic beverages may not be dispensed on the campus or at fraternity houses at any time through the use of beer trucks, kegs, etc., which are clearly for the purpose of mass consumption by students.
5. Alcoholic beverages are not permitted at varsity or intramural athletic events.
6. Alcoholic beverages shall not be sold on the Rose campus without the approval of the President of the Institute.
7. Violations of these alcoholic beverage regulations, as of other Institute regulations, shall be subject to discipline through regular procedures.
8. Consumption of alcohol is prohibited at all athletic events.

It is emphasized that when alcoholic beverages are used at all, they should be used in moderation and that the conduct of students on the Rose-Hulman campus shall at no time be disorderly or otherwise offensive due to immoderate use of alcohol or for any other reason. The Institute does not condone violation of the State law concerning the use of alcoholic beverages under any circumstances when such use impairs personal health, academic achievement, or the best interest of the Rose-Hulman community.

SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY
It is the goal of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology to provide the optimal educational and professional environment for all students, faculty, and staff. Rose-Hulman is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination, equal employment, and equal educational opportunity with respect to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and treatment of persons in all organizations, services, and programs. Discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or sexual orientation is prohibited.

It is a violation of Institute policy for any employee or student to sexually harass any other employee or student. Prohibited conduct includes making requests for sexual favors, unwelcome sexual advances or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature a condition of an employee's continued employment or a student's continued education, as well as both the taking or failure to take any personnel or academic action as a reprisal against any person for rejecting such prohibited conduct. No employee or student shall threaten or insinuate, either explicitly or implicitly, that an individual's submission to or refusal to submit to sexual advances will affect the person's employment, academic progress, evaluation, wages, advancement, assigned duties, shifts, or any other condition of employment or academic development. All persons are prohibited from conduct of a sexual nature that creates an intimidating, humiliating or offensive working or educational environment.

Examples of sexual harassment may include, but are not limited to, such conduct as the following:

• Unwelcome sexual advances, flirtations, requests for sexual activity, verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature.
• Sexual jokes, slurs, speculations about sexual orientation or experience, or sexually explicit statements.
• The display of sexually suggestive objects or pictures.

Any employee who believes that he or she has been subject to sexual harassment should promptly report the incident in writing by completing a Sexual Harassment Resolution Form and submitting it to one of the following persons: his/her supervisor; Vice President for Academic Affairs; Director of Human Resources; or Ombudsman Committee.

Any student that believes that he or she has been subject to sexual harassment should promptly report the incident in writing by completing a Sexual Harassment Resolution Form and submitting it to one of the following persons: Dean of Student Affairs; the student's Academic Advisor; Vice President for Academic Affairs; or Director of Human Resources.

It is the Institute's policy to investigate promptly all complaints of sexual harassment and, where appropriate, to take prompt remedial action.

Any person who engages in sexual harassment is subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or expulsion. Any person who discriminates or takes adverse action against another person because that person complains of sexual harassment or assists an investigation of a sexual harassment complaint will also be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or expulsion.

POLICY ON SEXUAL ASSAULT
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology has a clear institutional policy against rape and other forms of sexual assault. It is important for all campus citizens to understand that these crimes will not be tolerated under any circumstances. Sexual violence on campus is repugnant. It's an extreme violation of individual rights, and it is contrary to the mission of this college.

Therefore, it is extremely important that all students, faculty, and staff understand the policy in detail. Compliance with this policy is a condition of enrollment or employment at Rose-Hulman.

Definition of Rape
While there are many forms of sexual assault, rape is by far the most prevalent. Rape is generally defined as forced sexual intercourse that is perpetrated against the will of the victim. The type of force may involve physical violence, coercion, or threat of harm to the victim. It is an extremely violent crime.

Acquaintance Rape
On college campuses the most prevalent form of rape is acquaintance rape. The acquaintance may be a date or a friend of the victim, or someone the victim knows casually, from a residence hall, from a class, or through mutual friends.

Regardless of the relationship between parties, if one person uses force to coerce another to submit to sexual intercourse, the act is defined as rape. The same criminal laws and penalties apply in cases of acquaintance rape as in cases of stranger rape.

Other Criminal Sexual Assaults
Besides rape, there are other types of felonious sexual crimes that involve forced penetration of the victim including sodomy, oral copulation, and rape by a foreign object.

"Sexual battery", as defined in courts of law, is generally the unwanted touching of an intimate part of the victim's body, such as sexual organ, buttocks, or breast, for the purpose of sexual arousal.

While sexual harassment is yet another form of sexual assault, the sexual harassment policy of the college is detailed in a separate policy statement.

Disciplinary Hearings, Criminal Process, and Disciplinary Actions
Where there is probable cause to believe that policies prohibiting sexual assault have been violated, Rose-Hulman will pursue strong disciplinary action through its own channels. This discipline includes the possibility of suspension.

It is important for all constituents to understand that they can be both prosecuted under the State of Indiana criminal statues and disciplined by Rose-Hulman. It should also be understood that Rose-Hulman can pursue disciplinary action even if the criminal justice authorities do not prosecute.

The procedures for disciplinary hearing in student sexual assault cases will be as described under "Institute Policies, Rules, and Regulations", Non-Academic Misconduct in the Student Handbook. The Institute Rules and Discipline Committee, consisting of faculty, staff and student members, will be the hearing body in such cases.

If found guilty by the hearing body, other possible penalties include suspension for a specified time, exclusion from certain areas of the campus, and/or mandatory counseling. Various sanctions can also be invoked against entire organizations whose members may be found guilty of sexual assault, including disbanding the organization, restricting female guests, or requesting action by the national office if it is an affiliated organization.

The Trauma of Sexual Assault
Those victimized by sexual assault generally experience profound emotional trauma which severely impacts their daily functioning. Some common responses include feelings of shock and disbelief, intense fears about personal safety, preoccupation with recurrent and intensive thought about the assault, sleep disturbances, anxiety, impaired concentration, mood swings, depression, feelings of anger, shame, and self-blame. These reactions are called "post-traumatic stress disorder" or "rape trauma syndrome".

Rights of Victims
Rose-Hulman will do everything it can to assist the victim with appropriate counseling and support. Victims of sexual assault shall be afforded the opportunity to be present at hearings and to have counsel present. That person can be a member of the faculty or counseling staff of Rose-Hulman, a friend, or anyone else at the college that the victim feels can provide either valuable insight or reassurance throughout the hearing process. The willingness of the victim to "confront" the assailant(s) is important to the community as well as the victim's psychological well-being.

Reporting Procedures
Unfortunately, many sexual assault victims never report their assault, for a variety of reasons. Many experience such intense feelings of shame and self-blame that they are reluctant to report the assault or to seek assistance. Some are afraid that their assailant may retaliate against them if they report the crime. Others may believe that family and friends will criticize or perhaps even blame them. Some may feel that the "system" will, in effect, put them on trial. Whatever the reason, not reporting may encourage assailants to attack others.

Victims of sexual assault are strongly urged to report the assault immediately to residence hall staff, to professional staff in Student Affairs, to Public Safety, or to any faculty or administrative staff member in whom they have confidence. Reports will be given the highest degree of confidentiality until such that a hearing should take place or that criminal action is sought through the Prosecutors Office.

STUDENT REFUNDS AND RETURN OF FINANCIAL AID FUNDS
I. Institutional Charges
Any student who voluntarily withdraws from the Institute prior to the end of the 6th week of enrollment is entitled to a pro-rata refund of charges (tuition, room, board) billed for that term. Technology fees, student activity fees, residence hall association fees, and insurance premiums are not refundable. Students withdrawing during the first week of the term will receive 100% of the refundable charges. Students withdrawing after the first week will be refunded as listed on the next page.

An administrative fee of $100 for the withdrawal from the Institute and any unbilled balances associated with the laptop computer will be added to the student's account. Following the refund calculation, the student is responsible for payment of any unpaid charges to the Institute or any unearned financial aid within 30 days of their departure.

II. Return of Title lV Funds
Rose-Hulman is required to return a pro-rata share of any unearned Federal Title IV funds to the Department of Education. Federal Title IV financial aid includes: Federal Direct Stafford Loans, Federal Direct PLUS Loans, Federal Perkins Loans, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (SEOG) and the Federal Pell Grant. The amount returned is based on the percentage of enrollment completed and is calculated by dividing the number of calendar days completed by the total number of calendar days in the quarter. If this percentage is greater than 60 percent, no Title IV funds will be returned to the Department of Education and the student will retain 100 percent of this aid to offset expenses. If the percentage is less than 60 percent, the unearned portion (100 percent minus the calculated percentage) will be returned to the Department of Education. The amount returned will show up as a charge on the student's account. These funds will be returned in the following order as prescribed by federal regulations:

Federal Direct Stafford Loans (Unsubsidized)
Federal Direct Stafford Loans (Subsidized)
Federal Perkins Loan
Federal Direct Parent Loans for Undergraduate Students (PLUS)
Federal Pell Grants
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants (SEOG)
Any other Title lV funds

III. Return of Institutional and Other Financial Aid
All other forms of financial aid will be returned to the appropriate source of funding in a manner consistent with the return of Institutional Charges as listed above. The returned amount will show up as a charge on the student's account.

IV. Change to Part-time Status During a Term
When a student withdraws from a course but continues as a part-time student (fewer than 12 term hours), the tuition refund shall be the difference between the initial billing and the revised billing multiplied by the unearned portion of the quarter. This percentage will be calculated in a manner consistent with the return of Institutional Charges as listed above. Students who drop below halftime (less than 6 hours) during this refund period will have all financial aid removed with the exception of the Federal Pell Grant. If a student continues to be enrolled for at least six credit hours and is eligible, the student may retain a portion of the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant, Federal Direct Stafford Loan, Federal Direct Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students, State funds and RHIT institutional funds.

Intellectual Property
Rose-Hulman hopes that all of its students are anxious to be creative and to find new solutions to important problems. The Institute is also anxious for students to be rewarded for their creativity. However, it is important that each student understand that there are legal and Institute rules and procedures that apply to inventions and other intellectual property made or created by students. Part of becoming an educated technical professional is understanding things like the importance of documenting your creative activities and the rights of other individuals and the organizations with whom you work in your creative activities.

Your instructors and/or supervisors may tell you more and explain their expectations in this area. The official Rose-Hulman Intellectual Property Policies and Interpretations of those Policies are on the Academic Affairs web site at http://www.rose-hulman.edu/Users/groups/AcademicAffairs/ in the Faculty Handbook Appendix B (Section VII-3). The Vice President for Academic Affairs is responsible for most intellectual property issues. If you think you have a novel idea that has usefulness, you should inform that office.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:  STUDENT LIFE

STUDENT GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION
Officers for 2007-2008

President: Emily Albert
Vice President: Adler Edward
Secretary: Evan Breedlove
Publicity Director: Many Ferrel
Club Relations Director: Marsha Krisenko
Parliamentarian: Ryan Morley
Treasurer: Levi Rupp
Executive Director: Kenny Hurst
Advisor: Pete Gustafson

STUDENT ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Mission: SAA was founded under the direction of the Rose-Hulman Alumni Association for the purpose of fostering lasting relationships between present and future alumni.  Members of SAA are actively involved in a number of activities that maintain a close link between students and alumni.  We keep alumni in touch with campus life and work to make students aware of their potential roles as alumni.

SAA Officers for 2008-2009

President: Megan Greenwell
Vice President: Jennifer McClary
Treasurer: Peter Wenzel
Secretary: Gina Olson
Publicity Director: Sarah Rosbottom
Advisor: Jessica Callahan

Student Alumni Association Sponsored Events:

• ROSIE’s Kid Zone (@ Homecoming)
• R.O.S.I.E. Dinners (Student dinners with alumni)
• Alumni Mentoring Program
• Alumni Socials
• Mud Volleyball

RESIDENCE HALL ASSOCIATION (R.H.A.)
The Residence Hall Association of Rose-Hulman is the organization in charge of improving the quality of life in the Residence Halls. RHA meets on a weekly basis and has representation from each hall. Their working budget comes from the residence hall dues that each student living in the halls pays. RHA funds residence hall improvements including the phone system and the residence hall ice machines. RHA participates in service projects such as Salvation Army bell-ringing, organizing blood drives, and a give-up-a-meal program. RHA also maintains a video/DVD library and sponsors both on-campus and off-campus activities for the students in the residence halls.

Residence Hall Association Officers for 2009-2010

President: Michael Rooney
Vice President & Treasurer: Charles McAnany
On-Campus: LeMoyne Habimana-Griffin
Service: Eric Hollenkamp
Off-Campus: Kyle Rhodes
Publicity: Emily Meyer
NCC/HCC: William Kolbus
Advisor: Erik Z. Hayes

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:  SOCIAL FRATERNITIES AND SORORITIES

INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL
The Interfraternity Council (IFC) was formed by the Men's Fraternities to govern the fraternities at Rose-Hulman. IFC also has the responsibility of promoting Greek life and helping to build campus spirit for all students. Copies of the Interfraternity Council's constitution are available from the Student Affairs Office.

Interfraternity Council Officers 2007-2008
President: Kyle Kohlmorgen
Vice President: Doug Thornton
Secretary/Treasurer: John Pinkus
Rush Chairs: Brian Birgenheier, Quintin Coppolla
Greek Games Chair: David Hodson
PR Chair: David Donovan
Advisor: Tom Miller

IFC Bylaws

1. A rushee is any member of the Freshman class.
2. Residence halls will be open on all days not specified as closed rush during the hours of 8:00am to 10:00pm. Public areas of the residence halls [lobbies and hallways only] will be open Sunday through Thursday during the hours of 10:00pm to 1:00am and Friday at 8:00am through Sunday at 3:00am unless otherwise specified as closed rush.
3. A rushee cannot stay overnight in a fraternity house.
4. During closed periods of rush as designated by the Interfraternity Council, there shall be no contact between fraternity men and rushees at private dwellings, private parties, fraternity houses, or residence hall rooms.
5. No alcoholic beverages will be available during any rush party.
6. Other rules for rush will be in the rush booklet.

The following rules for pledging apply only to men who have not completed two quarters as a full-time student of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.

1. A student who decides to participate in any party of rush is not obliged to join a fraternity and may drop out of rush at any time.
2. No one may pledge a fraternity until he has an accumulative G.P.A. of 2.00 or greater and also received at least a 2.00 G.PA. for the preceding quarter.
3. A rushee may not sign a preference card until "Preference Tuesday".
4. Rules for pledging or association are printed each year by I.F.C.

PANHELLENIC COUNCIL
Panhellenic Council Officers 2008-2009
President: Allie Terrell
Vice President: Mandy Kronmiller
Secretary: Denise Tom
Advisor: Carey Huber

The Panhellenic Council of Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology is the governing body of all women’s fraternities. The Council presides over three national women’s fraternities on campus, Alpha Omicron Pi, Chi Omega, and Delta Delta Delta. An Executive Board and two representatives from each fraternity make up the Council.

The Panhellenic Council fosters interfraternity relations and serves as a link between existing fraternities. It cooperates with the Institute in maintaining the highest scholastic and social standards for its members.

One task of the Panhellenic Council is organizing recruitment. Individual Parties will take place during the following dates:

• Chi Omega: Wednesday, September 10th
• Alpha Omicron Pi: Thursday, September 11th
• Delta Delta Delta: Tuesday, September 16th

GREEK ORGANIZATION HISTORIES

ALPHA OMICRON PI
Founded on January 2, 1897, at Barnard College of Columbia University in New York City, Alpha Omicron Pi began as a dream by four young collegiate women to continue their friendship throughout life. AOIIs are inspired, committed, and guided by our founding principles and values of promoting integrity, developing leaders, striving for all-around excellence, and being a living example and outstanding role model for our chapters’ local and campus communities. Like AOIIs four founders, an organization called the Sorority Interest Group (SIG) at Rose-Hulman searched for two years to find a likeable international representation. In spring 2006 SIG found their match in AOII. AOII promotes friendship for a lifetime and inspiration to strive for academic excellence and lifelong learning. Thus, AOII's 181st chapter was colonized at Rose-Hulman in April 2006 with 24 chapter members. Members are dedicated to campus and community involvement, as well as supporting AOII’s international philanthropy, Arthritis Research.

ALPHA TAU OMEGA
Alpha Tau Omega was founded shortly after the Civil War as a national fraternity and has since grown to one hundred fifty-one chapters across the United States. The Gamma Gamma chapter was founded at Rose Polytechnic Institute in 1894. From that time to this, ATO has been helping to broaden the experiences of college life at Rose-Hulman and aiding its members in becoming well-rounded and responsible members of society before and after graduation. Offering a wide variety of activities and responsibilities to all members, Alpha Tau Omega has shown itself to be much more than just a social fraternity. ATO's numerous social service activities and projects have allowed the community to grow as well as the fraternity. ATO has been awarded the top national award 19 times since its inception at Rose-Hulman. The chapter house was the first to be built on campus, and its large size enables 52 brothers to live in the house.

CHI OMEGA
Chi Omega was founded on April 5, 1985, at the University of Arkansas by four young undergraduates with the assistance of a friend who was a Regent of the University. From that simple beginning until the present time, Chi Omega has grown and become the largest women’s fraternity with over 170 chapters, approximately 300,000 initiated members and over 235 alumnae chapters nationwide. Chi Omega was the first sorority to be founded on the Rose-Hulman campus. In the fall of 1995, eight women found the need for a sorority on campus. By the spring of 1996, the Gamma Lambda chapter of Chi Omegas was founded with twenty-seven sisters. Six purposes guide the Chi Omega fraternity. They are friendship, community service, high standards of personnel, scholarship, participation in campus activities, and career development. Chi Omega has a strong presence in Greek competitions, campus organizations, athletics, and service to the campus and community.

DELTA DELTA DELTA
Delta Delta Delta was founded on November 28, 1888, at Boston University. Since its founding, Tri Delta has grown to 133 chapters across the country and in Canada with more than approximately 230,000 initiated members and 310 alumni chapters. Tri Delta is a national women’s fraternity that engages its members for life through timeless values, enduring friendships and innovative opportunities for growth. The Gamma Pi chapter of Delta Delta Delta was established on Rose-Hulman's campus in the winter of 1996. The founding members of Tri Delta at Rose-Hulman were looking for a sorority that placed a high value on academic studies, developing leadership skills, community service, and friendship. All of these characteristics were found in Tri Delta. Nationally, Tri Delta recently pledged to raise 10 million dollars in 10 years for their philanthropic partner St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Delta Delta Delta members are active in numerous campus clubs, professional organizations, honor societies, service groups, and athletics.

DELTA SIGMA PHI
The Delta Sigma Phi National Fraternity was founded in 1899 at the College of the City of New York and has since grown to include 124 chapters and 7 colonies throughout the nation. Delta Sigma Phi is known for its high ideals and strong emphasis upon group and individual development. The Zeta Lambda Chapter was chartered on April 23, 1982, as the result of the 1980 intense survey of the national groups available. The Zeta Lambda Chapter has grown significantly since then and has become one of the larger fraternities at Rose-Hulman. The Zeta Lambda Chapter has received the Pyramid of Excellence, the highest attainable award for chapters, three times since it was chartered. The most recent in 1997, being one of six Delta Sigma Phi Chapters nationally to receive this award. In 1980, a chapter house was acquired at 429 S. Sixth Street. The house presently accommodates 35 brothers.

LAMBDA CHI ALPHA
Lambda Chi Alpha is a social fraternity, founded upon Christian principles and ideals at Boston University in 1909. There are 221 chapters of Lambda Chi Alpha and 4 colonies in 47 states and 3 provinces in Canada with over 230,000 initiates nationally, making Lambda Chi the third largest national fraternity. The chapter here began as a local, secret organization known as the Polytechnic Institute Experimental Science Fraternity, or the P.I.E.S. In 1925 this group affiliated on a national basis when it joined Theta Kappa Nu, which eventually became the present day Theta Kappa Zeta of Lambda Chi Alpha when Lambda Chi Alpha and Theta Kappa Nu merged in 1939. The continued goal of Lambda Chi Alpha is to help each man reach his full potential and instill in him the ideals that are the substance of a well-rounded character. In order to accomplish this, Lambda Chi strives diligently to remain one of the most active chapters on campus both socially and in relation to community service and brother involvement. The brothers of Theta Kappa Zeta feel that fraternal life has much to offer the Rose-Hulman student and are very proud to be a part of Rose-Hulman's Greek system.

PHI GAMMA DELTA
Phi Gamma Delta was the sixth social fraternity to be founded on the Rose-Hulman campus. In the spring of 1968, fifteen men saw the need for another fraternity on the campus, and proceeded to investigate thirteen national fraternities. Phi Gamma Delta was chosen for their high ideals and qualities, and their international reputation. The Rho Phi Chapter is one of over 120 undergraduate chapters spread throughout the United States and Canada. The Rose-Hulman Fiji's play an important role in many campus groups, including both athletic and academic organizations. In the development of its members, Phi Gamma Delta emphasizes five values: Excellence, Service, Knowledge, Morality, and Friendship. The Rose-Hulman Fiji residence is a twenty-eight-man house located at 1121 South Sixth Street in Terre Haute.

PI KAPPA ALPHA
Established in 1868 at the University of Virginia, Pi Kappa Alpha is one of the strongest international social fraternities with over 240 chapters in North America. Since Pi Kappa Alpha's establishment on the Rose-Hulman campus in 1986, the lota Delta chapter has been an example of this proud reputation. The men of Pi Kappa Alpha believe in the ability of a fraternity to help a man grow emotionally, socially, and academically. Pi Kappa Alpha has shown a strong presence in interfraternity competitions, campus organizations, and service to the Institute and community. The chapter emphasizes a brotherhood based on scholarship, leadership, athleticism, gentlemanly behavior, and friendship. Pi Kappa Alpha resides at 7140 Wabash Avenue on 22 acres of beautiful land, only one mile east of campus. This year, 60 brothers will share the estate which includes a large, private gymnasium and wooded area.

SIGMA NU
Established in 1869, within the rigid confines of the Virginia Military Institute, Sigma Nu has assumed national prominence with 180 chapters dispersed throughout the country. Erected upon the premise that honor and courtesy should become an integral portion of the college graduate, the Beta Upsilon chapter of Sigma Nu has attempted to achieve this end at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology since its chartering on May 4, 1895. Sigma Nu offers a social atmosphere which is more than appropriate. On campus, the brothers often engage in athletics, publications, honor fraternities, and other activities, in addition to assuming many positions of leadership. The new chapter house was completed in 1997 and is located on campus.

THETA XI
Theta Xi Fraternity was founded at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute as a social fraternity for people pursuing the study of engineering. On April 9, 1926, Theta Xi became a general college fraternity establishing chapters at non-technical schools. Today there are 74 chapters and 3 colonies located at colleges and universities across the nation. The Kappa chapter was founded here at Rose-Hulman on March 30, 1907. The chapter house is presently located at 902 South Sixth Street, near the downtown area of Terre Haute, and has a capacity of 24 brothers. The location allows each brother a change of pace from the academic atmosphere and provides him with a homelike atmosphere. Each brother is given a chance to develop his own individuality while contributing to the group's benefit. Also, he learns to live and work with many different people.

TRIANGLE
Triangle was founded in the spring of 1907 at the University of Illinois. There are currently 30 active chapters located at outstanding engineering colleges and universities all across the nation. Triangle is unique in the National Interfraternity Conference, being the only member fraternity that selects its membership exclusively from students majoring in computer science, mathematics, engineering, architecture, and the applied sciences. The Rose-Hulman chapter of Triangle, colonized in 1966, received its charter on May 4,1968. It was the first new fraternity on the campus in 40 years. In 1969, the chapter moved into its new forty-five man house on fraternity row. The men of Triangle believe that classwork must be of good quality, but that a good education is not necessarily the result of a mad rush for grades. In the chapter home of the fraternity, members seek the opportunity to supplement the teachings of the classroom. In Triangle, each brother has the opportunity to learn lessons of group living and personality and character development in an atmosphere designed for fullest benefit to the individual. Triangle thus provides a bridge between academic life and a career, as well as a foundation for success in the years after college. Triangle continues to work to develop balanced men in the fields of engineering, architecture, and science by providing an environment that fosters personal growth and professional success.

STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS:  HONORARIES

ALPHA LAMBDA DELTA
Rose-Hulman's chapter of Alpha Lambda Delta, a national society that honors academic excellence during a student's freshman year in college, was formed in 1988. Freshmen who are in the top fifth of their class and have a G.P.A. of at least 3.5 are invited to join either during the Spring Quarter of their freshman year or during the Fall Quarter of their sophomore year. Once initiated, the student becomes a lifetime member of ALD.

BLUE KEY NATIONAL HONOR FRATERNITY
The Rose-Hulman chapter of the Blue Key National Honor-Fraternity was installed in 1932. This is an honor fraternity that recognizes participation in extra-curricular activities as well as high scholarship. The motto of Blue Key is "Serving, I Live." Therefore, the members of Blue Key are those who are recognized as leaders in college activities and scholarship, and are of good character. Eligibility is restricted to those in the junior and senior classes, and not more than 15% of any class may be selected.  Each year Blue Key sponsors Homecoming and Parents' Day activities. Members of Blue Key and the faculty meet at various times during the school year to discuss school problems in order to improve understanding in the school community.

ETA KAPPA NU
Eta Kappa Nu is the electrical engineering honor fraternity. Its purpose is to recognize outstanding students in the field of electrical engineering. Members are selected from among the upper fourth of students in the junior class, and the upper third of the senior class. Students are chosen on the basis of distinguished character, attitude, and scholarship. The chapter at Rose-Hulman, Epsilon Eta Chapter, was established October 27, 1965.

NATIONAL COLLEGE ATHLETE HONOR SOCIETY
The National College Athlete Honor Society was founded as an honorary college athletic society for recognition of high academic achievers and sport letter winners at the college level.

OMEGA CHI EPSILON
In 1969, a chapter of Omega Chi Epsilon, a national honorary fraternity for Chemical Engineers, was chartered at Rose-Hulman. The fraternity is open to juniors, seniors and graduate students who share outstanding ability in both scholarship and leadership.

PHI BETA DELTA
The Rose-Hulman Gamma Omicron Chapter of Phi Beta Delta, the Honor Society for International Scholars, was founded in May, 1997. Phi Beta Delta has as its mission "to serve as a catalyst for recognition of international endeavors on campus." Eligibility extends to international students and United States students as well as to faculty and staff involved in international education.

The primary goals of Phi Beta Delta are a) to recognize scholarly achievement of international students and United States students who have studied abroad or participated in other international activities abroad; and b) to provide a network on-campus of faculty, staff, and students involved in international education.

Phi Beta Delta was founded at California State University, Long Beach, in 1986 and was established as a national organization in 1987. It is the first National Honor Society dedicated to recognizing scholarly achievement in international education.

PI MU EPSILON
Pi Mu Epsilon is an honorary mathematics fraternity whose purpose is to promote scholarly activity in mathematics among students. Undergraduate members are selected from either those upperclassmen who have at least a 3.00 average in mathematics and are in the top third of their class, or sophomore mathematics majors who have completed at least five quarters of mathematics with a straight 4.0 record in the mathematics courses. Activities include sponsoring a mathematics paper contest in the spring and a series of guest lectures in mathematics presented by professors from nearby universities.

PI TAU SIGMA
Pi Tau Sigma, national honorary mechanical engineering society, brings together those students who through academic and practical achievements show marked ability and real interest in the study and profession of mechanical engineering. Outstanding students are selected in the fall and spring terms from the highest one-third of the junior and senior classes. At regular intervals they meet to promote activities which stimulate interest in their department, to further the ideals of the engineering profession, and to develop in themselves and in fellow students the attributes of responsible citizens.

SIGMA PI SIGMA
Sigma Pi Sigma is an honorary physics society whose purpose is to honor students who have demonstrated an outstanding ability in physics, who have shown further interest by choosing technical course electives in the physical sciences, and who have shown superb scholastic character in the pursuit of their education in the field of their choice. Thus, faculty members and juniors, seniors, and graduate students of any major are eligible for membership in Sigma Pi Sigma if the above requirements are met. Yearly election is solely by judgment and secret ballot of the current membership, and each nominee is carefully screened by a selection committee. Activities are limited only by membership size, and each member is encouraged to become involved in a physical field of his/her choice. Sigma Pi Sigma also cooperates and coordinates with the Physics Club and Pi Mu Epsilon mathematics honorary to host and sponsor seminars in physics and mathematics in current research areas. Overall, Sigma Pi Sigma tries to further the interest of any student engaged in physics and the physical sciences.

TAU BETA PI
The Tau Beta Pi Association, a national engineering honor society, was founded in 1885 to offer appropriate recognition for superior scholarship and exemplary character to technical students and professional persons.

Students in the upper eighth of the junior class and the upper fifth of the senior class and with an accumulative GPA of 3.10 or better are eligible. The honor conferred by election to membership is significant because of the Association's high eligibility standards, the reward comes from the students, and the worldwide reputation of the society.

Tau Beta Pi is an honor society but it does engage in activities to further its objectives; such as stimulation of faculty-student communication and faculty course ratings. Each year the organization awards one professor the Tau Beta Pi Outstanding Professor Award.

UPSILON PI EPSILON
It is the express purpose of Upsilon Pi Epsilon to promote high scholarship and original investigation in the several branches of the Computing and Information Disciplines.  Each chapter holds at least one meeting of a social, literary, or technical character each term.  The Indiana Alpha chapter of Upsilon Pi Epsilon was chartered at Rose-Hulman on April 3, 1986.  It was the first chapter chartered in the state of Indiana.  In order to be eligible for election into membership in the chapter, an undergraduate student must meet the following criteria:

1. a major in Computer Science or Software Engineering at Rose-Hulman,
2. at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale,
3. at least Junior standing, and
4. completion of 27 quarter hours in the basic computer science courses.

INSTITUTE COMMITTEES AND COMMISSIONS

The following is a list of major standing committees and commissions at the Institute. Student members of these committees are voting members and are selected from a list drawn up by the President of the Student Government Association.

Any student wishing to be considered for appointment to a committee should write a letter of application to the President of SGA. Appointments are made in the spring of each year for the following school year.

A full description of the membership and charge of all committees and commissions is contained in the Faculty Handbook, copies of which are available in the Library or in the office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

ANIMAL CARE AND USE
ACADEMIC COMPUTING
ADMINISTRATIVE COUNCIL
ADMISSIONS & STANDING
ADVISORY COMMITTEE ON THE COMPUTER USE POLICY
BANNER ADVOCATE TEAM
CAREER ACHIEVEMENT SELECTION COMMITTEE
COMMISSION ON ASSESSMENT OF STUDENT OUTCOMES
CURRICULUM
DIVERSITY COUNCIL
EMPLOYEE RELATIONS
ENTERPRISE COMPUTING TEAM
ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH & SAFETY COMMISSION
FACULTY AFFAIRS
GRADUATE STUDIES
GREEK ADVISORY COUNCIL
HALL OF FAME DESIGN COMMITTEE
HALL OF FAME SELECTION COMMITTEE
HONORS & AWARDS
INSTITUTIONAL PLANNING AND REVIEW
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS & GLOBAL STUDIES
LAPTOP COMPUTER
LEAVES
OMBUDSMAN COMMITTEE
PARALLEL COMPUTING STEERING COMMITTEE
PATENTS LICENSING & COPYRIGHTS
PERFORMING ARTS
PROMOTION TENURE & RETENTION
QUALITY OF EDUCATION
RULES AND DISCIPLINE
SAFETY, SECURITY, HAZARDOUS WASTE AND TRAFFIC
STUDENT AFFAIRS COMMITTEE
VISUAL ARTS
WELLNESS

CAMPUS CRIME AND SECURITY AWARENESS:
Campus crime statistics are available on request in the Office of Public Safety. Any injury or offense of a criminal nature experienced by a student must be reported to the Office of Public Safety. Injuries and criminal offenses experienced at officially sanctioned Rose-Hulman events and/or Fraternity locations on or off campus must also be reported. Data on crime statistics are published on an annual basis.

Good citizens like you make Rose-Hulman the "warm and fuzzy" place that it is. Do us a favor and encourage your friends to be good neighbors by reporting anything malicious in nature or questionable criminal acts immediately to the Office of Public Safety.

• TO REPORT AN INCIDENT ON CAMPUS - CALL ext. 8590
• TO REPORT AN INCIDENT OFF CAMPUS - CALL 911
• IF YOU REPORT AN INCIDENT TO LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT, PLEASE REPORT THE SAME TO THE OFFICE OF PUBLIC SAFETY!

STUDENTS FIRST CAMPUS ESCORT SERVICE
Students First Escort Service is an Office of Public Safety function provided by our students and Public Safety Officers for faculty, staff, students, and campus guests. If at anytime you feel the need to be escorted to and from a building or your vehicle.... CALL ext. 8590.

FOR YOUR LIFE SAFETY:
Please familiarize yourself with Fire Extinguisher locations, Emergency Exit Signage and all other Fire Protection Equipment placed in our buildings for your use in a life threatening emergency! Please report tampering and other malicious acts directed at this equipment immediately by calling ext. 8590. Obey Fire Alarm Activation And Fire Drills! Never Use Elevators During A Fire!

OUR COMPLIMENTARY PARKING PROGRAM!
YOU ARE IMPORTANT TO US! Rose-Hulman continues to make every effort to curb cost for one of our most valuable assets, "You" the student. Because of this philosophy, virtually any parking need you may have will be provided for by Rose-Hulman. As long as you are a good citizen complying with our parking regulations, you will never have to spend a penny!

Simple Parking Tips

• All vehicles must be registered immediately upon campus arrival with Public Safety.
• Never park anywhere other than your assigned parking area!
• Student parking spaces are painted yellow. Faculty-Staff parking spaces are painted white. On conclusion of daily business hours a student may park in a Faculty-Staff space after 5 p.m., however, he or she must vacate before 7 a.m. the following morning. On weekends, a student may park in a Faculty-Staff space after 5 p.m. Friday and vacate before 7 a.m. Monday. All other regulations must be complied with during the exceptional hours.
• Tow Zones and tow policy are strictly enforced at the owner/operator's expense.
• Never park in a Handicapped, Reserved, or Reserved for Visitor parking space.
• If it isn't painted as a space or if it's obliterated (striped out), DO NOT PARK THERE!
• Never park by ANY building or entrance.
• Parking in restricted areas is prohibited around all residence halls.
• Students are restricted to one operable vehicle. Trailers, abandoned and stored or additional vehicles will be towed.
• Special health conditions that warrant temporary privileged parking consideration must be submitted in writing by the campus Health Services Office to the Office of Public Safety for arrangement and approval prior to being initiated by a vehicle operator.
• Student Health Service Transportation is also available for emergency health reasons when coordinated with Health Services Office and the Office of Public Safety.

MOTOR VEHICLE ASSISTANCE
Free assistance is available 24 hours per day with virtually any motor vehicle problem. If you need assistance with a flat tire, retrieving keys from your vehicle, or jump starting your vehicle, contact the Office of Public Safety.  We can also lend you a lug wrench, battery charger, gasoline container, booster jumper cables, and we can provide you safe emergency transportation. For professional service call ext. 8590!

FIREARMS REGISTRATION
Firearms must be registered with and stored in the Office of Public Safety. Firearms must be in a soft case and a background check from the owner’s hometown police department must be obtained by the owner prior to storage of any firearm(s) with Public Safety. Firearms may be checked into the Office of Public Safety at any time, however, check-out will only be permitted between the hours of 5 a.m. and 8 p.m. unless express permission has been obtained from the Dean of Students. The Office of Public Safety reserves the right to refuse the release of a firearm to anyone deemed questionable to handle a firearm in a safe manner.

ACADEMIC SERVICES:
Moench Hall, Olin Hall, Olin Advanced Learning Center and the Mildred & Frederick Crapo Hall are open during the following hours for classes, studying, meetings, etc.:

Monday through Friday:  7 a.m. -11 p.m.
Saturday:   8 a.m.- 11 p.m.
Sunday:  9 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Rooms in these buildings may be reserved for club meetings, etc., by contacting the Registrar's Office and reserving a room for a specific time.

To remain in the buildings past these hours, see a member of the Faculty or the Office of Student Affairs. They can provide you with a special "admission" pass for the hours desired.

ROSE-HULMAN TRADITIONS
INTRODUCTION
There are a number of traditions which have existed for many years at Rose-Hulman and have helped to develop a strong school spirit. Some traditions have faded with the passage of time but a number of them continue to grow with increasing enthusiasm each year. This is especially true at Homecoming time; and it is important for students to understand that, while the tradition is a great one, the rules and regulations governing student behavior pertain during Homecoming as they do at all other times of the academic year.

ROSIE
The symbol of our school and the Fighting Engineers is Rosie, the elephant. From 1900 until the 1990s, she was a plaster and chicken wire creation that could be wheeled around the track during football games. Now she will be found at athletic events as a costumed student, greeting and creating fun.

HOMECOMING BONFIRE
Freshmen, along with help from upperclassmen, are responsible for the building of the Homecoming Bonfire.

SCHOOL RING
The official Rose-Hulman ring may be ordered from the Bookstore as soon as a student is a second quarter junior (the specific time for ordering will be announced by the Bookstore), but the ring cannot be worn until the student is a senior.

SCHOOL SONG - DEAR OLD ROSE
The words of the school song are:

Dear Old Rose
The sweetest flower that grows
Here's to your colors rose and white
Here's to the ones who've kept them bright.
Colors true for those who honor you
Here's to everything you've done,
Here's to every fight you've won.
Dear Old Rose.

THE HIGHER LEARNING COMMISSION
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