St. Cloud State University Student Handbook

Policies and Related Information - Other Policies

Advertising

To preserve the educational spirit of the campus in an effort to exercise some measure of control over the amount and appropriateness of materials displayed in academic facilities. St. Cloud State University has guidelines to be applied when materials are posted in all academic buildings or on the kiosks located on institutional grounds.

This policy applies to materials posted in all academic and administrative facilities and on institutional grounds. Materials may not be placed on the windshields of student, employee, or visitor vehicles for any reason at any time. Persons found in violation of this policy will be charged an hourly cleanup fee.

Those interested in posting materials in campus residence halls or in Atwood Memorial Center should refer to the policies adopted by those departments and/or contact the directors of those respective units. Persons unfamiliar with designated posting sites should contact building coordinators.

A complete list of guidelines for posting materials may be found at: www.stcloudstate.edu/humanresources/policies/advertising.asp.

Hazing

Hazing, which includes any form of mental, physical, or emotional harassment, degradation, intimidation or harm, is strictly prohibited. Organizations found to be incorporating any form of hazing activities into their recruitment, new member or ongoing organizational activities, will face appropriate sanctions for violation of campus, local, and state policy and/or law. St. Cloud State University strongly discourages the use of alcohol and other substances as part of club, group, and organizational activities. Further information on hazing may be found in the Student Code of Conduct.

Parking Information

Procedures and regulations have been developed and are monitored to maximize all available on-campus parking spaces to meet such needs for students, employees, and visitors of the University.

Authority for establishing parking and traffic regulations on the State University campuses was granted to the Minnesota State College and University Board and in turn to the State University campuses by Minnesota Statute, Section 169.966, subdivision 8 (1984) and the Minnesota State University Board Internal Rule 402.F.l.e. The President of St. Cloud State University has approved these regulations.

As an alternative to parking on campus, the Metro Transit System provides convenient bus service to the campus from many locations within the St. Cloud area. For more information, contact the Metro Transit System at (320) 251-RIDE or www.ridemetrobus.com/ college/scsu.

Pedestrians have the right of way at crosswalks and street intersections at all times. At intersections controlled by signals, pedestrians shall comply with the signals.

Questions concerning parking regulations should be directed to the Public Safety Office, 320-308-3453, or by email at pubsafe@ stcloudstate.edu. Further information on parking lots, student parking, enforcement, Metro Bus Program, area transportation, and Public Safety may be accessed from www.stcloudstate.edu/parking.

Public Expression

St. Cloud State University is committed to providing an St. Cloud State University is committed to providing an educational and work climate that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each individual. In fulfilling its multiple missions as an institution of higher learning, it encourages the free exchange of ideas. The University will protect the rights of freedom of speech, expression, petition, and peaceful assembly as set forth in the U.S. Constitution.

St. Cloud State University maintains its right to place reasonable restrictions on time, place, and manner for acts of expression and dissent. Any acts that are disruptive to the normal operations of the University, including classes and University business, or that invade the rights of others will not be tolerated. Faculty, staff, and students engaging in a disruptive activity may be subject to disciplinary action. Any participant in a disruptive activity may face criminal charges.

The complete policy on Public Expression, including use of public expression areas, freedom from obstruction, guidelines for expression, registration and use of campus facilities may be found at www.stcloudstate.edu/humanresources/policies/expression.asp.

Security Report

St. Cloud State University encourages all members of the University community to be fully aware of safety and security issues, campusrelated departments and services and to take action to prevent and report illegal and other unsafe activities should they occur. Personal awareness, practicing personal safety, and reporting incidents of concern are the foundation of a safe community.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (The Clery Act) of 1998-previously known as the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 and the Higher Education Amendments of 1992, St. Cloud State University monitors criminal activity for the campus, off-campus sites owned or maintained by SCSU and/ or registered University organizations; and related curtilage. SCSU also documents a three year statistical history of these incidents. St. Cloud State University provides the information and statistics to University students and employees and to others upon request.

The St. Cloud State University’s report and related information is available at the Department of Education’s Security statistics search site at www.ope.ed.gov/security or the Office of Public Safety’s web site www.stcloudstate.edu/publicsafety/securityreport

Smoking Policy

St. Cloud State University is committed to providing a healthy environment in which to work and study. To achieve this objective, and in compliance with the Minnesota Clean Indoor Act (M.S. 144.411-144.147) and 1988 legislation (Minnesota Laws 1988, Chapter 666, Article 1, Section 44, Subd. 9-Smoking in State Buildings), smoking is not permitted in University academic and administrative buildings and state vehicles.

Excerpts from the policy:

All employees and students are responsible for acting in accordance with this policy.
It is expected that cigarette butts will be placed in receptacles provided.
Smoking includes the carrying of a lighted cigarette, cigar, pipe, or any lighted smoking instrument.
Violators of the Minnesota Clean Indoor Act are guilty of committing a petty misdemeanor. Additionally, violators of this policy, whether students or employees, will be subject to institutional disciplinary action.

The complete Smoking Policy, including the designated campus smoking areas, may be found at www.stcloudstate.edu/ humanresources/policies/smoking.asp.

Technology Policies and Regulations

As a student at St. Cloud State University you are entitled to use of the campus network and technologies. By using SCSU technology resources, you agree to abide by the policies and regulations set by SCSU, the Student Code of Conduct, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and all applicable state and federal laws.

An abridged list of technology policies and regulations is below. All technology policies with complete texts can be found at huskynet. stcloudstate.edu under the “Technology Policies” link. Failure to comply with these policies and regulations may result in the loss of network privileges or other disciplinary actions.

Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU) sets policies and procedures for all of its members, including SCSU. You are responsible for knowing and abiding by all MnSCU regulations, especially the “Acceptable Use of Computers and Information Technology Resources” standards located at www.mnscu.edu/board/procedure/522p1.html
In addition to other technology use policies, you are required to know and agree to the “Responsible Use of Computers” standard set by SCSU. Go to huskynet.stcloudstate.edu/policies/responsibleuse.asp to read the full details, including a summary of current computer laws.
As an SCSU student, you are required to be ethical and responsible in your use of HuskyNet. You are also responsible for knowing and abiding by all HuskyNet policies and regulations which can be found at huskynet.stcloudstate.edu under the “Technology Policies” link.

Samples of HuskyNet policies include:

Student HuskyNet account
Account allocations
E-mail usage
E-mail as official communication to students
Student Campus Desktop/iCampus Desktop users
ResNet (Residential Hall Network) usage
Open data jack usage

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This policy applies to materials posted in all academic and administrative facilities and on institutional grounds. Materials may not be placed on the windshields of student, employee, or visitor vehicles for any reason at any time. Persons found in violation of this policy will be charged an hourly cleanup fee. Those interested in posting materials in campus residence halls or in Atwood Memorial Center should refer to the policies adopted by those departments and/or contact the directors of those respective units. Persons unfamiliar with designated posting sites should contact building coordinators. A complete list of guidelines for posting materials may be found at: www.stcloudstate.edu/humanresources/policies/advertising.asp. Hazing Hazing, which includes any form of mental, physical, or emotional harassment, degradation, intimidation or harm, is strictly prohibited. Organizations found to be incorporating any form of hazing activities into their recruitment, new member or ongoing organizational activities, will face appropriate sanctions for violation of campus, local, and state policy and/or law. St. Cloud State University strongly discourages the use of alcohol and other substances as part of club, group, and organizational activities. Further information on hazing may be found in the Student Code of Conduct. Parking Information Procedures and regulations have been developed and are monitored to maximize all available on-campus parking spaces to meet such needs for students, employees, and visitors of the University. Authority for establishing parking and traffic regulations on the State University campuses was granted to the Minnesota State College and University Board and in turn to the State University campuses by Minnesota Statute, Section 169.966, subdivision 8 (1984) and the Minnesota State University Board Internal Rule 402.F.l.e. The President of St. Cloud State University has approved these regulations. As an alternative to parking on campus, the Metro Transit System provides convenient bus service to the campus from many locations within the St. Cloud area. For more information, contact the Metro Transit System at (320) 251-RIDE or www.ridemetrobus.com/ college/scsu. Pedestrians have the right of way at crosswalks and street intersections at all times. At intersections controlled by signals, pedestrians shall comply with the signals. Questions concerning parking regulations should be directed to the Public Safety Office, 320-308-3453, or by email at pubsafe@ stcloudstate.edu. Further information on parking lots, student parking, enforcement, Metro Bus Program, area transportation, and Public Safety may be accessed from www.stcloudstate.edu/parking. Public Expression St. Cloud State University is committed to providing an St. Cloud State University is committed to providing an educational and work climate that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each individual. In fulfilling its multiple missions as an institution of higher learning, it encourages the free exchange of ideas. The University will protect the rights of freedom of speech, expression, petition, and peaceful assembly as set forth in the U.S. Constitution. St. Cloud State University maintains its right to place reasonable restrictions on time, place, and manner for acts of expression and dissent. Any acts that are disruptive to the normal operations of the University, including classes and University business, or that invade the rights of others will not be tolerated. Faculty, staff, and students engaging in a disruptive activity may be subject to disciplinary action. Any participant in a disruptive activity may face criminal charges. The complete policy on Public Expression, including use of public expression areas, freedom from obstruction, guidelines for expression, registration and use of campus facilities may be found at www.stcloudstate.edu/humanresources/policies/expression.asp. Security Report St. Cloud State University encourages all members of the University community to be fully aware of safety and security issues, campusrelated departments and services and to take action to prevent and report illegal and other unsafe activities should they occur. Personal awareness, practicing personal safety, and reporting incidents of concern are the foundation of a safe community. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (The Clery Act) of 1998-previously known as the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 and the Higher Education Amendments of 1992, St. Cloud State University monitors criminal activity for the campus, off-campus sites owned or maintained by SCSU and/ or registered University organizations; and related curtilage. SCSU also documents a three year statistical history of these incidents. St. Cloud State University provides the information and statistics to University students and employees and to others upon request. The St. Cloud State University’s report and related information is available at the Department of Education’s Security statistics search site at www.ope.ed.gov/security or the Office of Public Safety’s web site www.stcloudstate.edu/publicsafety/securityreport Smoking Policy St. Cloud State University is committed to providing a healthy environment in which to work and study. To achieve this objective, and in compliance with the Minnesota Clean Indoor Act (M.S. 144.411-144.147) and 1988 legislation (Minnesota Laws 1988, Chapter 666, Article 1, Section 44, Subd. 9-Smoking in State Buildings), smoking is not permitted in University academic and administrative buildings and state vehicles. Excerpts from the policy: All employees and students are responsible for acting in accordance with this policy. It is expected that cigarette butts will be placed in receptacles provided. Smoking includes the carrying of a lighted cigarette, cigar, pipe, or any lighted smoking instrument. Violators of the Minnesota Clean Indoor Act are guilty of committing a petty misdemeanor. Additionally, violators of this policy, whether students or employees, will be subject to institutional disciplinary action. The complete Smoking Policy, including the designated campus smoking areas, may be found at www.stcloudstate.edu/ humanresources/policies/smoking.asp. Technology Policies and Regulations As a student at St. Cloud State University you are entitled to use of the campus network and technologies. By using SCSU technology resources, you agree to abide by the policies and regulations set by SCSU, the Student Code of Conduct, Minnesota State Colleges and Universities and all applicable state and federal laws. An abridged list of technology policies and regulations is below. All technology policies with complete texts can be found at huskynet. stcloudstate.edu under the “Technology Policies” link. Failure to comply with these policies and regulations may result in the loss of network privileges or other disciplinary actions. Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU) sets policies and procedures for all of its members, including SCSU. You are responsible for knowing and abiding by all MnSCU regulations, especially the “Acceptable Use of Computers and Information Technology Resources” standards located at www.mnscu.edu/board/procedure/522p1.html In addition to other technology use policies, you are required to know and agree to the “Responsible Use of Computers” standard set by SCSU. Go to huskynet.stcloudstate.edu/policies/responsibleuse.asp to read the full details, including a summary of current computer laws. As an SCSU student, you are required to be ethical and responsible in your use of HuskyNet. You are also responsible for knowing and abiding by all HuskyNet policies and regulations which can be found at huskynet.stcloudstate.edu under the “Technology Policies” link. Samples of HuskyNet policies include: Student HuskyNet account Account allocations E-mail usage E-mail as official communication to students Student Campus Desktop/iCampus Desktop users ResNet (Residential Hall Network) usage Open data jack usage Student Life and Development (contact information) 720 4th Avenue South - St. Cloud, Minnesota 56301-4498 Page Revised: 07/28/2009 Phone: (320) 308-3111 © 2009 St. Cloud State University Site Map \| Map & Directions \| Contact SCSU \| Accreditations St. Cloud State University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity educator and employer. St. Cloud State University is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system.

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