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2017 PRE-COLLEGE INSTITUTE PROGRAMACHIEVING SUCCESS THROUGH COLLABORATION,

ENGAGEMENT AND DETERMINATION (ASCEND)

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CONGRATULATIONS!

Welcome to the Achieving Success through Collaboration, ENgagement, and

Determination (ASCEND) Pre-College Institute (PCI).

Out of more than 2100 prospective ASCEND students, you have been selected to

participate in this summer’s PCI. As a new student of the University, you will be a

part of the inaugural class of ASCEND scholars and we could not be more excited

to welcome you into this vibrant learning community. PCI is a six-week, rigorous

summer academic program that will provide you with the necessary tools to help

enrich your educational journey. As an ASCEND scholar, you will gain valuable

academic and social skills, while building a supportive community of faculty, staff

and peers, both in and out of the classroom.

This summer, you will have the opportunity to participate in an array of courses,

workshops, and programs, including coursework, structured study, campus

orientation and social activities, that are designed to prepare and guide you

throughout your academic career at Rowan University.

In addition, you will have an advanced opportunity to live on campus and to also

learn about student organizations and clubs, resources, and activities available at

Rowan. By the fall semester, you will have a head start on life as a Rowan University

student — both academically and socially. At the conclusion of the PCI, your

academic and residential performance will be evaluated by the ASCEND staff, to

determine matriculation into the fall semester as a Rowan University student.

All ASCEND students who transition into the fall semester will have access to a

support system that is specifically tailored to meet your needs through a framework

that includes intensive counseling, success coaching, mentoring, tutoring and

developmental workshops. The incredibly talented ASCEND staff will be your guides

and allies on your journey; their support is critical to the formula for student success

and graduation.

As you set out on this academic journey that will help to shape the thinkers,

professionals, citizens and difference-makers you are destined to be, I encourage

you to go forth in a spirit of exploration. This is your chance to take advantage of

the impressive collection of academic and social opportunities provided by the

ASCEND program and Rowan University. Push yourself beyond what’s familiar. It

should be scary, and thrilling: that’s what education is. We are looking forward to a

productive summer and successful academic year. See you on June 24!

Sincerely,

Dawn S. Singleton, Ed.D.

Director, ASCEND

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BASIC SKILLS PLACEMENT TEST

According to University policy, all incoming

students are required to take basic skills

placement tests. The placement test scores

identify skill deficiencies in Reading and

Mathematics. If students’ scores indicate that they

need to strengthen skills in certain areas, they

will be advised to enroll in the appropriate basic

skills courses. Students are required to register for

these courses in their first semester.

WHEN/WHERE DO I TAKE THE TESTS?

Students must register to take the placement tests

by June 5, 2017.

Please refer to our Testing Center website:

rowan.edu/studentaffairs/asc/testing/

placement_testing for more information or to

schedule an appointment.

If you have any questions, or need assistance,

please email testingservices@rowan.edu.

Please be sure to bring your picture identification

and identify yourself as an ASCEND EOF or

RISE freshman.

Please note: calculators are permitted.

HAVE YOU ALREADY TAKEN ACCUPLACER AT ANOTHER SITE?

Please have the test site forward your scores to

Testing Services by fax (856-256-4438) or email

(testingservices@rowan.edu).

ARRIVAL DAY INFORMATION

PCI begins on Saturday, June 24, 2017. Please

arrive at the Chamberlain Student Center at your

designated time below. When you arrive, please

park in Lot J, which is accessible from Route 322

(Mullica Hill Road) in Glassboro, NJ (see included

map). Upon parking, please leave your luggage in

the car until you have completed registering. The

PCI staff will inform you of the procedure to move

your items into the residential hall.

We request that you only bring two additional

people with you for move-in, as space is limited. It

is mandatory for the parent/guardian to remain for

the entire arrival day as important information will

be provided. Expect to be on campus until 4 p.m.

Continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.

During PCI registration, you will submit completed

forms, and meet with the Wellness Center and

Financial Aid representatives. It is important that

you arrive promptly so that we can assist you in

getting settled as quickly as possible. Please wear

weather appropriate, comfortable clothing and

shoes for moving in.

ARRIVAL TIMES

First letter of last name: Arrival Times:

A thru L 8:30 a.m.

M thru R 9:30 a.m.

S thru Z 10:45 a.m.

HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATION AFTER JUNE 24

Students graduating high school after June 24 are

required to:

• Provide the ASCEND office with a letter from

your guidance counselor on school letterhead

with the date of the graduation ceremony.

• Attend the full ASCEND PCI Arrival Day on June

24 as instructed in this booklet.

• Move large items into your assigned room on

June 24, Arrival Day.

Please be aware that your bedroom will be

locked and will not be accessed by anyone

during your absence.

Students graduating after June 24 will be

permitted to return home at the end of arrival

day on June 24 and will be instructed of the

date and time to return to campus after your

graduation date.

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UNIVERSITY ORIENTATION PROGRAM

ASCEND EOF STUDENTS ONLY

Upon acceptance into the Pre-College Institute

(PCI), EOF students are automatically registered

for the Rowan University Orientation taking place

on Monday, June 26 and Tuesday, June 27. There

is no Orientation fee; however, ASCEND EOF

students must call the Office of Orientation and

Student Leadership Programs (OSLP) at 856-256-

4041 to complete their orientation registration.

You will need to mention that you are attending

PCI and provide the following information:

• Shirt size (unisex XS-4XL)

• Special accommodations—none, audial, mobility,

visual

• Dietary needs —none*, food allergy, gluten free,

Kosher, Halal.

*no need to request accommodations for

vegetarian or vegan meals, these are always

offered in the Marketplace dining hall

• Number of parent/adult family member guests

and contact information

ASCEND RISE STUDENTS ONLY

Upon acceptance into the Pre-College Institute

(PCI), ASCEND RISE students must log on to

https://secure1.vzorientation.com/rowan/

reservation/myreservation.aspx to register for

the university orientation on Monday June 26 and

Tuesday, June 27. ASCEND RISE students are

required to pay a $215 Orientation fee at the time

of registration.

Please contact the Office of Orientation and

Student Leadership Programs (OSLP) at

856-256-4041 if you are unable to complete the

registration online.

PARENT & FAMILY ORIENTATION FOR ASCEND

Parents and adult family members are

encouraged to attend the Parent & Family

Orientation program on June 26 and 27, to get

first-hand information about Rowan University.

We do not recommend that young children

attend the program, as no child-care services

are available. Please note that students and their

parents and adult family members will follow

separate orientation schedules.

To register parents or adult family members,

please contact OSLP at 856-256-4041. When

calling, you must indicate that you are either an

ASCEND EOF or RISE student.

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PACKING CHECKLISTMUST BRING:

� Photo ID

� Prescription Medicine

� Insurance/Prescription Card

� Toilet Tissue

� Towels & Washcloths

� Soap, Toothbrush, Deodorant, Lotion

� Linens/Sheets – 80 in. extra-long twin size

� Umbrella/Rain Gear

� Calling Card for long distance calls

� Alarm Clock/Watch with alarm feature

� Undergarments / PJ’s

� Blanket/Pillow

� Five outfits appropriate for class (jeans, khakis,

pants, shirts)

� Three outfits appropriate for banquets and

conferences (shirt and tie, dress, skirt, shoes)

� Casual Clothing – weather appropriate

� Belt

� Sneakers

� Comfortable walking shoes

� A One-Subject Notebook

� 3 Two-Pocket Folders

� Highlighters

� Index Cards

� Writing Utensil

RECOMMENDED:

� Laptop or tablet

� Fan (small window fan) – Orientation dorms

are NOT air conditioned

� Small lamp/lightbulb

OPTIONAL:

� T.V./ Radio

� Gym clothes/swimsuit (if you would like to use

the Rec Center in the evening)

� Spending Money

PROHIBITED:

8 Clothing showing cleavage/stomach

8 Sagging pants

8 Transparent clothing

8 Tank, midriff and tube tops or spaghetti straps

8 Obscene logos or wording

8 Short-shorts and short skirts (end of shorts and

skirts must reach fingertips)

FORBIDDEN:

Bringing these items are grounds for automatic

dismissal from the program.

8 Drugs and/or alcohol

8 Weapons or other sharp items

8 Mace or pepper spray

8 Cell Phones

Please note: Cell phones are collected, secured,

and returned weekly at checkout.

Please do not bring expensive or valuable

items. The PCI and Rowan University takes no

responsibility for lost or stolen jewelry and other

expensive/valuable belongings (e.g. iPods, video

games, etc.).

CLASSES AND HOUSING

SUMMER CLASSES

The PCI academic coordinator evaluates each

student’s SAT scores and Accuplacer basic skill

placement test scores to determine registration

in the appropriate summer courses. During the

summer, PCI students may be placed in a general

education, college level course taught by Rowan

University faculty, and/or one writing, reading,

or math skills seminars based on their academic

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needs. All courses and seminars are designed to

prepare students for the academic year.

SUMMER HOUSING

During PCI, students and staff reside in the

Whitney Center Apartments. The apartments

are designed with four separate bedrooms, two

bathrooms, a common area living room and a

kitchen with a refrigerator and sink. Students are

not permitted to cook in their rooms and are not

permitted to bring microwaves; however access

to a microwave will be available. Roommates are

randomly assigned.

FALL CLASSES

Upon arriving at the PCI, each student receives a

computer generated fall schedule. Prior to the end

of the summer program, students will meet with

the University Advising Center to make schedule

adjustments to their Fall schedule.

FALL HOUSING

During the summer program, the Office of

Residential Learning and University Housing

will meet with students to discuss the housing

procedures and policies. Students interested

in staying on campus in the fall and spring

semesters will be able to register for on campus

housing at rowan.edu/selfservice, under My

Housing. Housing applications should be

submitted as early as possible.

Careful consideration of the financial obligation

should be given when deciding to stay on campus.

Students choosing to live on campus are required

to commit to a one-year contract. If students

cancel their contract after the deadline, they will

be charged a cancellation fee up to $500.

The most common housing configuration for first

year students is a double room. If a student would

like to reside in a triple occupancy room, they

should indicate so in their housing application.

Triples will only be offered in Holly Pointe

Commons.

It is the policy of Rowan University that all

unmarried undergraduate full-time students,

under the age of 21, who will not be living in

the residence of their parents or legal guardian,

must reside in university housing facilities until

completion of their second academic year (or

four full-time semesters). Students who wish to

commute from the residence of their parents

or legal guardians must live within a 40-mile

radius of the institution and submit a notarized

document confirming this by completing the

Statement of Student Residence form, which is

available on the housing website.

CAMPUS RESOURCES

ACADEMIC SUCCESS CENTER AND DISABILITY RESOURCES

The Academic Success Center provides services

to students with disabilities and veteran students.

Students requesting housing and or classroom

accommodations based on their disability would

be required to register for services.

For more information, contact: John Woodruff,

Director, Academic Success Center and Disability

Resources by calling 856-256-4234, or emailing

woodruff@rowan.edu. For more information, visit

rowan.edu/studentaffairs/asc.

COUNSELING AND PSYCHOLOGICAL SERVICES

The Counseling and Psychological Services

Center provides counseling, psychological and

psychiatric services for Rowan students. Services

are strictly confidential. The Center provides

individual, group and couples’ counseling for a

variety of issues encountered by the student

population. These may include transition to

college, academic stressors, depression, anxiety,

relationship and family concerns, eating disorders,

sexual assault, identity issues and alcohol and

substance abuse. Support groups are organized

each semester according to interest, campus

need, and group member availability. A mental

health clinician who specifically serves ASCEND

students is located in the ASCEND Office. A

psychiatrist is also available through the Center’s

counselors for referrals, medication evaluation and

prescriptions.

For more information, call 856-256-4333 or visit

rowan.edu/studentaffairs/counseling.

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STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

Student Health Services provides preventive care

and the treatment of acute illnesses and injuries

for Rowan students. The health service does not

take the place of a primary physician. While the

center can handle most needs, students with

more serious disorders requiring hospitalization,

laboratory, diagnostics or specialist care will be

referred accordingly.

Health Services does not cover the cost of

prescription drugs, laboratory procedures, x-rays,

or other referrals. Health Center staff will provide

medical care for illness and injury for enrolled PCI

students during the summer program. Health

Services is responsible for the enforcement of any

state or university health requirements. Students

requiring care for major illness or emergency

needs may be transported to the nearest hospital.

It is important that students keep health insurance

information with them at all times.

For more information, visit rowan.edu/health or

call 856-256-4333.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

Q. Why can’t the students have cell phones?

A. Cell phones have been found to be a distraction

from social growth and engagement; preventing

students from learning and getting to know

others, and are disruptive to class instructors.

Surveys of our 2014 and 2015 PCI students

revealed that:

• 90 percent of former PCI students strongly

agreed or agreed that not having a cell phone

made them more willing to make new friends in

the PCI program.

• 88 percent of former PCI students strongly

agreed or agreed that not having a cell phone

during the PCI program helped them remain

focused in the program and in classes.

Cell phones that are brought to the program

are collected on Sundays and returned to the

students prior to check out on Thursdays.

Q. How can I contact my child?

A. Each apartment has a phone and an extension.

You will receive the phone number during

arrival day.

Q. Can my child have visitors?

A. No, there is no visitation.

Q. When can my child come home?

A. All but one weekend throughout the program

(see weekend schedule on the last page).

Q. Can my child have a car on campus?

A. Yes; however, they must turn in their car keys

upon returning to campus each Sunday. Car

keys are returned to students prior to check-

out each week.

Q. How can my child receive packages?

A. Hand-delivered to the main office in Whitney

Center, or by U.S. mail to:

Student’s Name

Rowan University

ASCEND Office, 3rd fl. Savitz Hall

201 Mullica Hill Rd.

Glassboro, NJ 08028

Q. Can I drop off a package at Whitney?

A. Yes. Packages can be dropped off any time at

front desk of the Whitney Center. Students are

notified that a package is waiting for them to

pick up. Please clearly label each item to ensure

packages are given to the appropriate student.

Q. Why hasn’t my child called home?

A. Students are having fun, meeting new friends,

and following a very rigorous schedule. They

are free to make calls when they are in their

rooms or after their scheduled day ends.

Q. When should doctor appointments be scheduled?

A. Appointments should be made on Fridays or

after the PCI program ends on Aug. 5, unless it

is an emergency.

Q. I scheduled a vacation during the summer program, can my child be excused?

A. No. The entire six-week summer program

is mandatory. Only approved extenuating

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circumstances are excused, such as a medical

emergency.

Q. Can my child bring a laptop?

A. Yes. We encourage students to bring laptops

or tablets due to limited computer lab

availability, but they cannot use them in the

classroom, unless approved by their professor.

Q. How can I get a copy of my student’s grades?

A. The quickest, easiest way for parents to

receive information about the student’s

grades, financial statement, or other student

information is for the student to provide it.

Students can look up information online, print it

off, and give or e-mail a copy to their parents.

Q. If I’m paying for my child’s education, why can’t I get a copy of my students’ records?

A. The Family Educational Rights and Privacy

Act, FERPA, requires that access to a college

student’s records must be granted by approval

of the student. Parents can, however, receive

information about their student’s records if

the student agrees to provide access. This

documentation should be submitted to the

Office of Registrar for transcripts, and to the

Office of the Dean of Students for any other

education record. The FERPA waiver can be

found at: rowan.edu/provost/registrar/forms/

FERPA%20Waiver.pdf

Q. Does ASCEND cover students’ expenses during the academic year, as is done in the summer?

A. No, each student receives a bill from the Bursar

detailing the amount owed by the student.

Students and parents can apply for loans to

assist with covering the cost of attending

Rowan. Financial Aid Information can be found

at: rowan.edu/provost/financialaid. Once

on the Financial Aid page, click on “Contact

Us” found under Resources. Then, fill out the

personal information, list your questions in the

text box, and hit “Submit.”

BEFORE YOU ARRIVE ON JUNE 24

Have you:

� completed the Basic Skills Placement test or

CLM test?

� completed orientation and parent orientation

registration?

� mailed in/uploaded all medical forms?

Please note: students will not be allowed

in residential halls without having provided

verification that they have had the required

Meningitis shots.

ON JUNE 24, ARRIVAL DAY

Please bring:

• Medical insurance card: copy of the front

and back

• Completed PCI documents (see next page for

checklist)

• Disabilities paperwork (if necessary):

• Most recent LD Testing

• ADD/ADHD (Must have doctors letter

indicating diagnosis)

• Medical accommodations

SUMMER PROGRAM IMPORTANT DATES

ARRIVAL DAY

Saturday, June 24

WEEKENDS

June 29 to July 4

Check Out: Thursday, June 29, 7–11 p.m.

Return: Tuesday, July 4, 6–8 p.m.

July 7 to July 9

Check Out: Friday, July 7, 5 – 11 p.m.

Return: Sunday, July 9, 10 a.m.–noon.

July 13 to July 16

Check Out: Thursday, July 13, 5 – 11 p.m.

Return: Sunday, July 16, 10 a.m.–noon

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July 20 to July 23

Mandatory on-campus weekend for

Student Leadership Conference

Thursday, July 20—Sunday, July 23

July 27 to July 30

Check Out: Thursday, July 27, 5 – 11 p.m.

Return: Sunday, July 30, 10 a.m.–noon

END OF PROGRAM

Friday, Aug. 4, time TBD

PCI DOCUMENTATION & FORMS

Please use this checklist to help you complete all

of the forms found on the following pages. You

must bring them with you on Arrival Day, June 24.

If you have any questions, please call 856-256-

4080.

� PCI Student Information Profile

� Release of Information Form

� PCI Student Agreement

� Behavior Contract

� Release and Promise Not To Sue Form

� EOFPANJ Publication Release Form

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PCI STUDENT INFORMATION PROFILEPlease bring a copy of your insurance card.

Date: _________________

Student name: __________________________________________________________________________

(Last) (First) (Middle)

Preferred name: _________________________________________________

(First) (Middle)

Gender: ________________ Date of Birth: ________________ Age:______

Address: ________________________________________________________________________________

City: _________________________________ State:_______ Zip:_____________

Home phone: ____________________________ Student cell: __________________________

Student email address: ____________________________________________________________________

Medical conditions (if any): _________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________

Medications taken (if any): _________________________________________________________________

________________________________________________________________________________________

Do you have medical insurance? NO YES If so, please list the following information:

Insurance name: __________________________________________________________________________

Group #: ____________________________________ Phone: ___________________________

Dietary needs (circle one): NONE GLUTEN-FREE KOSHER HALAL

Food allergy: ______________________________________________

Special accommodations (circle one): NONE AUDIAL MOBILITY VISUAL

Ethnic background (circle one): AFRICAN-AMERICAN LATINO ASIAN CAUCASIAN

PACIFIC ISLANDER NATIVE AMERICAN OTHER: _______________________________________

SEE OTHER SIDE

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Social Media Information (optional): _______________________ _________________________

_________________________ Other: _______________________________

To help assist the ASCEND program in providing additional resources and support to students (e.g. scholarships, housing opportunities) please answer the following questions:

1. Have you ever been placed outside of the home by DCP&P, formerly known as DYFS, CMO, or the courts? (Circle One) YES NO

If NO, please skip to Parent/Guardian Info below. If YES, please continue.

2. Where were you placed at the time of the removal? (e.g. foster care, relative, family friend, shelter, etc)

_______________________________________________________________________________________

3. Where will you be residing on the weekends during the PCI program?

_______________________________________________________________________________________

4. Do you currently have an open case with DCP&P, formerly known as DYFS? (Circle One) YES NO

5. If YES to #4, what is the name, telephone number, and office location of your caseworker?

_______________________________________________________________________________________

6. What other agencies or caseworkers, if any, are currently involved in your life?

_______________________________________________________________________________________

PARENT/GUARDIAN INFO

Name: __________________________________________________________________________________

(Last) (First)

Relationship: ________________________

Home phone: ________________________ Work phone: ____________________________

Cell: __________________________ Email address: ___________________________________________

EMERGENCY CONTACT

Name: __________________________________________________________________________________

(Last) (First)

Relationship: ___________________________________ Phone number: __________________________

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ASCEND RELEASE OF INFORMATION

I, ________________________________________, hereby grant permission to the Rowan

University ASCEND Program to use the information I have provided (my name, photograph,

biography, history, comments, etc.) in its social media, publications and/or promotional

materials it provides to other communications media.

I understand that this material will serve informational and educational purposes in advancing

the statewide and institutional ASCEND programs that provide educational opportunities

to New Jersey residents who qualify. I also understand that this information will not be used

for any profit-making venture nor distributed or sold to any agency or organization making

commercial solicitations.

Furthermore, I understand that none of my personal information including grade point

average, home address, telephone number, or email address will be released without first

obtaining my written permission.

This authorization shall be considered valid until withdrawn by me.

I certify that I have read and fully understand this agreement.

Print name: _____________________________________________________________________

Signature: ________________________________________________ Date: _______________

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ASCEND STUDENT AGREEMENT

PRE COLLEGE INSTITUTE (PCI) SUMMER PROGRAM

All applicants admitted into the Rowan University Glassboro Achieving Success through Collaboration,

ENgagement, and Determination (ASCEND) program Pre-College Institute (PCI) are required to reside

on campus for the duration of the six week program to be considered for fall admission into Rowan

University. Students refusing or unable to commit to the residential summer orientation program will not

be considered for fall matriculation.

Early discharge due to extenuating circumstances such as prior military obligations, serious illness/

medical condition requiring hospitalization, or death of an immediate family member, will be reviewed

and evaluated for consideration. In these instances, attendance, academic and adjustment factors, in

addition to the extenuating circumstance will be considered in making the final decision for admission

to Rowan University.

I, ___________________________________________, understand that I am being considered for

admission to Rowan University under the auspices of a special admission program. To be considered for

admittance to Rowan University as a student in the fall, I realize I must:

• Successfully complete the mandatory PCI as evaluated by the ASCEND staff and director.

• Adhere to all rules and regulations set forth by the PCI staff and college administrators.

• Demonstrate the ability to live and work with peers.

• Successfully complete all academic summer courses (with advancement recommendations

from faculty)

• Meet financial eligibility and completely process my financial aid package by the end of

the summer

ACADEMIC YEAR EXPECTATIONS

Upon successful completion of PCI, students will receive an Academic Year ASCEND agreement.

I understand that if accepted into the ASCEND program at Rowan University, I will:

• Visit my ASCEND Counselor as instructed throughout my academic career at Rowan University.

• Attend mandatory Academic Coaching/Tutoring as recommended by the ASCEND office.

• Earn a minimum grade point average of 2.5 at the end of freshman year and 2.75 sophomore to

senior year to remain an ASCEND Scholar.

• Attend and participate in the ASCEND 2-credit course, Rowan 101 for ASCEND, during the fall

semester.

• Attend seven mandatory ASCEND workshops during each of the fall & spring semesters, a total

of 14 for the academic year. (see ASCEND counselor)

• Complete Financial Aid renewal application each year by April 15 (Required for all students

applying for financial aid).

• Attend the ASCEND Mandatory General Meetings.

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• Abide by university rules and refrain from behaviors resulting in disciplinary consequences.

I hereby understand the above agreement and will enter the PCI under the stated conditions.

Student signature: ________________________________________________ Date: _______________

Parent signature: ________________________________________________ Date: _______________

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PCI BEHAVIOR CONTRACTThe items listed below, in addition to all prohibited behaviors in the Rowan University Student Information Guide/Student Code of Conduct, are grounds for termination from the PCI.

GROUNDS FOR TERMINATION

• Knowledge of illegal or inappropriate behavior

• Cheating/Plagiarism

• Willful damage to university property or the property of others (e.g. removing “EXIT” signs, disturbing battery operated emergency lights, etc.)

• Improper use or destruction of fire equipment

• Threats or harassment

• Physical violence

• Any disrespectful behavior, either verbal or physical, directed towards any university employee, including cafeteria maintenance workers and peer staff

• Disorderly conduct in the residence hall

• Failure to return on Sunday by the designated time without permission

• Academic violations (sleeping, lateness, obscene language, etc...)

• Sexual misconduct

• Presence in an unauthorized area

DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES:Students violating the items listed above, in addition to any behavior not conducive to the image and expectations of the Pre-College Institute will follow the following disciplinary procedures:

Violation 1: Meeting with Supervisory Staff: documentation, meeting, consequence

Violation 2: Meeting with Professional Staff: documentation, meeting, consequence

Violation 3: Meeting with Director: documentation, meeting and termination from program

AUTOMATIC DISSMISSALThe items below are considered non-negotiable acts or behaviors that will result in the immediate termination from the Rowan University Pre-College Institute program.

• Possession and/or use of a cell phone during unauthorized times

• Possession and/or use of weapons or explosives in or around the college.

• Possession and/or use of alcohol beverages, narcotics, marijuana and/or paraphernalia in or around the residence hall.

• Stealing

Students must adhere to the University Student Conduct and Sexual Harassment Policy (see Student Handbook). I have read, understand, and agree to the behavior contract.

Student signature: ________________________________________________ Date: _______________

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and supervision of the club/class sponsor/faculty member or other University approved and designated

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not responsible for negligence or misconduct on account of my behavior or in case of loss, damage

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staff, employees, and agents (“released parties”) for any personal injury or other damage resulting from

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I agree that if a claim arises out of my personal injury or property loss, I shall INDEMNIFY AND HOLD

HARMLESS released parties against any such claims, including attorney’s fees incurred by the University

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