HANDBOOK2018-2019

i

DECATUR, ALABAMA

AATTHHLLEETT II CCHHAANNDDBBOOOOKK

2018-2019

Calhoun Community College is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education. The College does not discriminate in any program oractivity on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status or any other protected class.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Associate’sdegrees and certificates. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for ques-

tions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College.

Calhoun is a member of theAmerican Association of Community Colleges

Alabama Community College System

Calhoun Community College is a tobacco-free college.

MEMBERSHIP

Calhoun Community College is a member in good standing of the National JuniorCollege Athletic Association (NJCAA) and the Alabama Community CollegeConference (ACCC). All policies and procedures of these organizations are publishedin an annual handbook. Calhoun Community College participates under all guidelinesmandated by the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) and theAlabama Community College Conference (ACCC). The Calhoun Community CollegeAthletic Department competes in the Northern Division of the ACCC as an NJCAADivision I participant.

INTRODUCTION

ii

This Athletic Handbook was written to familiarize student athletesand their parents with the policies and procedures in the AthleticDepartment. This handbook is written within the guidelines of thepolicies and regulations of Calhoun Community College on pageeight of the College Catalog and in no way supersedes any policy ofthe College. It is merely an explanation of the policies and proce-dures that apply to the Athletic Department. All student athletesand members of the Athletic Department are expected to abide bythe procedures in this handbook and exemplify model citizenshipat the college and in the community.

All student athletes and members of the Athletic Department areexpected to abide by the procedures in this handbook and exempli-fy model citizenship at the college and in the community.Academic success is a primary goal of our athletic staff.

This handbook is updated annually and contains material that iscurrent and correct. All questions or concerns not answered by thishandbook should be directed to the Athletic Director and/or VicePresident of Student Services.

NJCAA Academic All Americans

2011Anna Hall

Rachel Keeton

2012Hannah LedbetterMatthew Tittle

2013Chelsea Bennich Kimberly EvansKelsey Gilbert Kelsey TurnerJessica Speake Taylor Sasser

2014Jacob NelsonTodd Gibson

2015Makenzie ChildressCaitlyn HaydenJennifer Schroeder

2016 Morgan Bailey Sydnie Brown Jay Copeland Brent Gillespie

Hannah Jenkins Jordan McKinneyShelby Miller Shane Priest

Jeffrey Reed Blakley StephensonDrake Whitten

2017Makaila Aday Kristen BrewerSydnie Brown Caleb Caple

Shayla Carroll Colin Chamblin Kyle Dockus Hannah Jenkins Mikayla Jones John Kramer

Dakota McCurley Jordan McKinneyEmily Morrison MaKenzie SmithJamison Stennis Sydnee Uhlman

2018Makaila Aday Breann BiddleShayla Carroll Colin Chamblin

Jonathan Coleman DeMarie CorleyCharles Crane Mallorie DavisJohn Komara Dakota McCurleyLarry Meisner Trey Poteet

Baleigh Robertson McKenna RoseJemison Stennis Sydnee Uhlman

NJCAA All American

2011Hunter Kelly - Baseball

2018Sam Murphy - Golf

2016Carson Jones - Baseball

“You do not have to choose between being an athlete and being smart.You can do both.”

— Harry MooreRetired Calhoun Engish Instructor

iii

52017 - 2018 CATALOG and STUDENT HANDBOOK

20 18 - 20 19 CALENDAR

The College will be closed the following ten holidays:Monday September 3, 2018 Labor DayMonday November 12, 2018 Veterans DayThursday November 22, 2018 Thanksgiving DayFriday November 23, 2018 Day after ThanksgivingMonday December 24, 2018 Christmas Eve Tuesday December 25, 2018 Christmas DayTuesday January 1, 2019 New Years’ DayMonday January 21, 2019 Martin Luther King/Robert E. LeeMonday May 27, 2019 Memorial DayThursday July 4, 2019 Independence Day

In addition, the College will be closed the following days: Wednesday December 26, 2018Thursday December 27, 2018Friday December 28, 2018Monday December 31, 2018Thursday March 21, 2019Friday March 22, 2019

Faculty Instructional Duty Days Days May 9 7 June 20 20 July 22 22 August 3 1

Total 54 50

Faculty Instructional Duty Days Days August 13 10 September 19 19 October 23 22 November 19 18 December 13 9

Total 87 78

Faculty Instructional Duty Days Days January 21 16 February 20 20 March 16 15 April 22 22 May 9 5

Total 88 78

Semester Faculty Instructional Duty Days Days Fall 87 78 Spring 88 78

Total 175 156 Summer 54 50

GRAND TOTAL 229 206

Fall

Spring

Summer

Grand Totals Faculty Duty Days

& Instructional Days

Faculty Duty Days & Instructional Days

By Semester

FALL SEMESTERProfessional Development/Duty Day W Aug 15Registration/Duty Day R Aug 16Registration/Duty Day F Aug 17Classes Begin M Aug 20Huntsville Weekend Classes Begin S Aug 25Holiday – Labor Day M Sept 3Professional Development/Duty Day F Oct 5Veterans Day M Nov 12Faculty Duty Day (No classes) W Nov 21Holiday – Thanksgiving R-F Nov 22-23Last Class Day Before Finals R Dec 6Finals F-R Dec 7-13Duty Day/Grade Reporting F Dec 14Duty Days M-W Dec 17-19

Minisession I: Aug 20 - Oct 11 Minisession II: Oct 15 - Dec 10Weekend Minisession I : Aug 25 - Oct 13 Weekend Minisession II: Oct 20 - Dec 8

SPRING SEMESTERDuty Day W Jan 2Professional Development/Duty Day R Jan 3Registration/Duty Day F Jan 4Registration/Duty Days M-T Jan 7-8Classes Begin W Jan 9Huntsville Weekend Classes Begin S Jan 12Holiday – King/Lee M Jan 21Professional Development F Mar 1Spring Break M-F Mar 18-22Last Class Day Before Finals T Apr 30Final Exams W-T May 1-7Duty Day/Grade Reporting R May 9Graduation/Duty Day F May 10Duty Day M May 13

Minisession I: Jan 9 - Mar 4 Minisession II: Mar 5 - May 1Weekend Minisession I : Jan 12 - Mar 2 Weekend Minisession II: Mar 9 - May 4

(No class on 3/23)

SUMMER SEMESTERDuty Day/Registration M-T May 20-21 Classes Begin W May 22 Holiday/Memorial Day M May 27 Holiday/Independence Day R Jul 4 Last Class Day Before Finals R Jul 25 Final Exams F-R Jul 26 - Aug 1Grade Reporting/Duty Day M Aug 5

Minisession I: May 22 - Jun 26 Minisession II: Jun 27 - Jul 29

iv

Contact:

Absences/Coursework ..............................................................................................Instructor

Academic Advising ...............................................................................................Gina Loosier

Academic Assistance/Tutors ..............................................................................STAR Institute

Academic Programs ........................................................................................Advising Center

Address Change ..........................................................................................Admissions Office

Adding or Dropping a Class ......................................................................Gina Loosier/Coach

Admissions .................................................................................................Admissions Office

Athletics .......................................................................................Gymnasium/Nancy Keenum

Athletic Insurance ..............................................................Gymnasium/Crystal Higginbotham

Books/Supplies ........................................................................................................Bookstore

Career Information/Job Placement................................................Career Services/Kelli Morris

Catalogues ..................................................................................................Admissions Office

Clubs & Organizations ............................................Student Activities Facilitator/Kelly Hovater

College-Related Problems ..........................................Student Advocate Office/Carla Swinney

Counseling Services ..........................................................Vice President of Student Services

Disabilities ......................................................................Disability Services/Ina Wilson Smith

English Difficulties .................................................................................................Writing Lab

Fees/Refunds ...................................................................................................Business Office

Final Exams (Reschedule) ..........................................................Vice President for Instruction

Financial Aid ............................................................Student Financial Services/Pam Thurman

GED Testing ....................................................................................................Adult Education

Grade Change/Grades ...............................................................................................Instructor

Graduation Applications ........................................................................................Admissions

Graduation .............................................................................................................Admissions

Lost and Found ........................................................................Security/Campus Police Office

Math Difficulties .........................................................................................Math Learning Ctr.

Music (Band and/or Chorus) .......................................................................Music Department

Parking Permits ......................................................................Switchboard (Wallace Building)

Placement Tests ..............................................................................................Advising Center

Probation and Suspension .....................................................................Registrar/Admissions

Quality Points ..............................................................................................Admissions Office

Registration .........................................................................................................Gina Loosier

Scholarships ...........................................................Student Financial Services/Pam Thurman

Scholarships (outside agencies) ....................................................Business Office/Carla Larry

Selective Service..............................................................................Student Financial Services

Social Functions.................................................................................................................SGA

STAR Institute .........................................................................................................Valerie Cox

Student Government Association ...................................................Student Government Office

Testing (proctored) ............................................................................................Testing Center

Transcripts ...................................................................................................Admissions Office

Transfer ...........................................................................................................Advising Center

Transfer Credit to Calhoun..........................................................................................Registrar

Withdrawal (from College or certain courses) ...................................Academic Advisor/Coach

Work Study ...............................................................Student Financial Services (Cherri Scott)

CCOO

LLLL

EEGG

EE II

NNFF

OORR

MMAA

TTII OO

NN GENERAL INFORMATION

Founded: September 1947President: Dr. Joe Burke (interim)Enrollment: Approx. 9,500Conference: National Junior College Athletic

AssociationRegion XXII Division I

Colors: Royal Blue and WhiteNickname: Warhawks/Lady Warhawks

ATHLETIC STAFF

Academic AdvisorGina Loosier (M.A., University of North Alabama)

Athletic Director/Softball CoachNancy Keenum (Ed.D. Nova Southeastern University)

Baseball CoachVacant

Golf CoachRichard Morgan (B.A., University of Alabama)

Baseball AssistantAlan Watkins (B.S., University of North Alabama)

Softball AssistantVacant

Golf AssistantVacant

Athletic SecretaryCrystal Higginbotham (B.B.A., Athens State University)

Athletic TrainerEncore Rehabilitation

v

20B

19

C

18A

17A

15A

20A

16B

16A

14A

10C

10B

10A

8B

9A

7A

8C

8A

13A

12B6A

12A

3A 4A

2B11B

11A2A

1D

1C

1A

1B

19B

CAMPUSMAP

AdmissionsRecordsAdvisingRecruitersFinancial AidDisability ServicesStudent AdvocateStudent IDCashier

TUR CAMPUS MAPDECA

TUR CAMPUS MAP

Physical Therapist Assistant• Medical Lab T• Surgical Operating R• Dental Assisting• Emergency Medical Services•

• NursingHealth Sciences Building (HS) 2.

ech. Administrative OfficesTTech. Administrative Offices• Design Drafting• CNC Lab•

raining Center (AAerospace TAerospace Training Center (A 1.

PMAAMPUSC

Physical Therapist AssistantPhysical Therapist Assistant

ech.echnicianMedical Lab TMedical Lab Technician

oom Toom Toom Tech.

Emergency Medical Services

Surgical Operating RDental AssistingEmergency Medical Services

Health Sciences Building (HS)Health Sciences Building (HS)

ech. Administrative Officesech. Administrative Offices

C)

Design Drafting

raining Center (ATraining Center (Araining Center (AT

AMPUSAMPUS

1C

1A

EXIT 1

11A2A

1D

1B

• PhotographyComputer Information Systems•

• Business• Economics

Accounting/Accounting Lab• ussell (NR)Noble R 7.

Op-• CoCareer Services 4.

AME• FIndustrial Maintenance•

• Electricity• Automoation/R

echnologyrocess Trocess TechnologyP• Center for Applied T 3.

olice/SecurityCampus PCampus Police/Security 6.

echnologies CenterInformation TInformation Technologies Center 5.

ark

Computer Information Systems

Py

ogogyechnol

TTechnolRobotics

Computer Information Systems• Photography

Computer Information Systems

Accounting/Accounting LabAccounting/Accounting Lab

T)

ussell (NR)

Career Services

Industrial Maintenance

obotics• Automoation/Rechnology

echnology (CAechnology (CAechnology (CAT)

echnologies Center

Center for Applied TCenter for Applied Technology (CA

olice/Security

echnologies Center

Alabama

7A

3A

8A

13A

12B6A

12A

4A

2B11B

TUR

CA

MPU

S

esting CenterTTesting Center • estingTTesting• GED

Adult Education• esting Center and Adult EducationTTesting Center and Adult Education 9.

Healthcare Certifications• (for Calhoun W

TTraining • Industrial raining (CDL) T (CDL) Training

Commercial Driver• raining (CBIT)T Industry

Center for Business and 8.

elevision Studio (CETV)TTelevision Studio (CETV) • • Photography

enewable EnergyRRenewable Energy • Air Conditioning and R•

echnology)in Clean Energy Tin Clean Energy Technology)(Alabama Center for ExCECET A

echnology Center (ETTechnology Center (E10. Energy

orkforce Solutions)

esting Centeresting

Adult Educationesting Center and Adult Education

Healthcare Certificationsorkforce Solutions)

’s License

(for Calhoun W(for Calhoun Workforce Solutions)raining

raining’s License

elevision Studio (CETV)

Commercial Driverraining (CBIT)

Center for Business and

elevision Studio (CETV)• Photography

enewable EnergyefrigerationAir Conditioning and RAir Conditioning and Refrigeration

echnology)cellence(Alabama Center for Ex

C)Technology Center (E

• English/SpeechHarris Hall (HH)16.

10C

10B

10A

9A

EXIT 2

• English/Speech

8B

8C

TUR

CA

MPU

S

Business Operations; Pand Grants; Public R

resident; Vice-PP (Third Floor - Administrative Offices•

ClassroomsSecond Floor - Science/Math • Decatur Evening Office

AR InstituteSTSTAR InstituteScience/Math Learning CenterFirst Floor - Science/Math Classrooms•

Math, Science, & Administration (MS)14.

echnology (MTT)ool Tool Technology (MTT)TTool T13. Machine

Aerospace T• eldingWWelding •

echnologiesTTechnologies12. Industrial

11. Facilities/Maintenance/

enewable Energy

ayroll; Dual Enrollment; Business Operations; Pesources; elations; Human Relations; Human Resources; and Grants; Public Rand Grants; Public Relations; Human Research, resident; Planning, Rresident; Planning, Research, resident; Vice-P

Third Floor - Administrative OfficesScience Labs

Second Floor - Science/Math Decatur Evening Office

AR InstituteScience/Math Learning CenterFirst Floor - Science/Math Classrooms

Math, Science, & Administration (MS)

echnology (MTT)

echnologyAerospace TAerospace Technology

echnologies

eceivingRReceiving11. Facilities/Maintenance/

enewable Energy

Moved to Alabama Center for 19. Fine Arts* (Not on Map)

Hawks Nest/Student Activities• Brewer Library (L)18.

Cashier --Student ID

dvocate-Student ADisability Services -inancial AidFFinancial Aid -

-Recruitersdvising -A

-Recordsdmissions -A

Student Services• oomR• Mail

A)allace (Wallace (WA)W17.

Social Sciences• English Lab• Developmental Math Lab•

• English/Speech

Moved to Alabama Center for

15AEXIT 3

19. Fine Arts* (Not on Map)

Hawks Nest/Student ActivitiesBrewer Library (L)

dvocateDisability Services

Student Services

Social Sciences

Developmental Math Lab• English/Speech

20A

16B

16A

14A

TUR

CA

MPU

SC

AD

E

Cashier • Student ID• Student Advocate• Disability Services • Financial Aid •

ecruiters• R• Recruiters• Advising

ecords• R• Records• Admissions

Chasteen Student Center undergoes renovations:Win temporarily located

*The following Student Services departments are Chasteen Student Center (SC)15.

and Math/Science Faculty)Business Operations; P

Student AdvocateDisability ServicesFinancial Aid

Chasteen Student Center undergoes renovations:while allace Hall WWallace Hall

*The following Student Services departments are Chasteen Student Center (SC)

and Math/Science Faculty)ayroll; Dual Enrollment; Business Operations; P

Baseball Field22.

Softball Field21.

ellness CenterWWellness Center• rinting ServicesP •

• BookstorePhysical Education/Athletics•

elley Gymnasium (GK20.

CA calhoun.edu/A the Arts, Downtown Decatur

Moved to Alabama Center for

(Under Construction)echnology25. Automotive T25. Automotive Technology

raining LotTruck DriverCDL TCDL Truck Driver24.

ardole Yole Yardrogram Program Pole YPApprentice Lineworkerre-P23.

ellness Center

18A

17A

rinting Services

Physical Education/AthleticsYM)elley Gymnasium (G

the Arts, Downtown DecaturMoved to Alabama Center for

(Under Construction)echnology

ruck Driver

ardApprentice Lineworker

WarkingPParking

20B

alkwayWWalkwayarking

N

192

24

19

C

EXIT 4

23

TUDENT HANDBOOKG and SO

EXIT 5

19B

TUDENT HANDBOOK

21 22

vi

LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT........................................1STUDENT ATHLETE RIGHTS ............................................2

STUDENT RECORDS AND TRANSCRIPTS..................2DUE PROCESS FOR STUDENT ATHLETES ................2COUNSELING AND ADVISING ....................................2STUDENT ATHLETE RIGHTS.......................................2EQUITY IN ATHLETICS DISCLOSURE ACT ...............2

REGISTRATION....................................................................3PROCEDURES FOR REGISTRATION ...........................3MANDATORY PLACEMENT TESTING .......................3SELECTIVE SERVICE ....................................................3PARKING AND TRAFFIC REGULATIONS ...................3GRADUATION ...............................................................3

FINANCIAL AID ...................................................................4STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES .....................................4ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS (GRANTS-IN-AID)..........4

INSURANCE/PHYSICALS ....................................................5ELIGIBILITY..........................................................................6

REQUIREMENTS FOR ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY..........6ACADEMIC STANDARDS OF PROGRESS ...................7DRUG POLICY OF STUDENT ATHLETES....................8

ALCOHOL/DRUGS ...................................................8TOBACCO FREE POLICY ........................................8

MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR PARTICIPATION .............10BASEBALL/SOFTBALL................................................10

INFIELDERS ..........................................................10OUTFIELDERS ......................................................10CATCHERS ............................................................10PITCHERS ..............................................................10BATTERS................................................................10

ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT ......................................11CONDUCT EXPECTATIONS.......................................11CLASS ATTENDANCE.................................................12COLLEGE ATTENDANCE POLICY..............................12WITHDRAWAL POLICY ..............................................12STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES ...................................12ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT................................13PRACTICE ....................................................................13COMPETITION.............................................................13

NJCAA CODE OF CONDUCT.............................................13APPENDIX...........................................................................15

INSURANCE CLAIM FORM ........................................16CLAIM FRAUD STATEMENT .....................................18UNINSURED STATEMENT.........................................19UNINSURED CLAIM....................................................20

TEAM SCHEDULES.......................................................22-25ATHLETIC AGREEMENT...................................................27

CCOO

NNTT

EENN

TTSS

Calhoun Switchboard ..................(256) 306-2500Security /Campus Police........................306-2574Emergency Calhoun Security ................306-2911Dr. Joe Burke Interim President ...............................306-2555joe.burke@calhoun.edu

Dr. Patricia Wilson Dean of Student Services ..................306-2613patricia.wilson@calhoun.edu

Gina LoosierAthletic Academic Advisor ...............306-2632gina.loosier@calhoun.edu

Crystal HigginbothamAthletic Office Secretary ...................306-2858Kelley Gym/K-100crystal.higginbotham@calhoun.edu

Dr. Nancy KeenumAthletic Director/Softball Coach .......306-2850Kelley Gym/K-101, nancy.keenum@calhoun.edu Cell - (256) 306-6030

Baseball Coach-......................................306-2840Kelley Gym/K-103,

Richard Morgan- Golf Coach.................306-2857Kelley Gym/K-107, richard.morgan@calhoun.eduCell - (256) 468-9945

Admissions - ..........................................306-2593Bookstore - Kelley Gym..........................306-2767STAR Institute ........................................306-2594Business Office .......................................306-2541Math-Science-Administration Building

Financial Services..................................306-2624 Pam Thurman, pam.thurman@calhoun.edu

Wellness Center - Kelley Gym/K-126 .....306-2792

Team PhysiciansDecatur Orthopaedic .........................350-0362

Athletic Insurance (secondary)Bob McCloskey Insurance (BMI) ...........................................800-445-3126

Athletic TrainersEncore Rehabilitation ........................350-6331

Drug TestingOccupational Health Group ..............353-4325

Alabama Community College Conferencewww.acccathletics.com

Important Phone Numbers

vii

1

Dear Student-Athlete:

Welcome to Calhoun CommunityCollege. Calhoun’s athletic pro-gram continues to provide anopportunity for you to excel onthe field while you make newfriends, fond memories, and gainan excellent education.

Calhoun’s vision of “success for every student” is onethat we take very seriously. Please take advantage ofall of the resources offered through the StudentServices department. And remember, all of us arehere to assist you in achieving your academic andcareer goals.

I wish each of you a wonderful year and know thatyou will represent Calhoun well.

Sincerely,

James S. Klauber, PhDPresident

Calhoun Student-Athletes:

Participation in intercollegiate athletics is a privi-lege. As a student-athlete, expectations are highand much is required. You will spend many hoursin the classroom, studying, and participating inpractice and games. We are here to assist you inyour academic and athletic career.

We wish you the best and look forward to sharingyour success!!

Gina LoosierAthletic Academic Advisor

Nancy KeenumAthletic DirectorSoftball Coach

Richard MorganGolf Coach

Crystal HigginbothamAthletic Secretary

Dear Student-Athlete:

Is it my pleasure to welcome youto Calhoun Community College.Calhoun has a rich tradition ofacademic excellence and out-standing athletic performance.Your status as a student-athleteaffords you the unique opportu-nity to excel, both in the class-

room and on the field of play. I encourage you to takefull advantage of available support services such asadvising and tutoring to assist you in reaching youracademic goals this year. Finally, feel free to contactme if I can be of assistance.

Sincerely,

Dr. Patricia WilsonVice President of Student Services

Letter from the Vice President of Student Services

Letter from the President

2

STUDENT RECORDS AND TRANSCRIPTS

The Family Educational Rights and PrivacyAct of 1974 (FERPA) sets the requirementspertaining to the privacy of student records.Calhoun Community College will follow theguidelines as outlined on pages 17-18 of theCollege Catalog.

DUE PROCESS FOR STUDENT ATHLETES

Student athletes are guaranteed proceduraldue process in all cases involving formal dis-cipline charges. The Dean of Student Services,in her role of student advocate, will attempt todeal informally with discipline problems priorto the filing of formal charges. Emphasis,either informally or with a formal charge, willbe placed upon achieving a satisfying resolu-tion rather than on seeking to emphasize guiltand punishment. In the event resolution ofthe conflict cannot be informally mediated bythe coach, the Athletic Director, or the Deanof Student Services, formal proceedings willfollow as outlined in the College Catalog.

COUNSELING AND ADVISING

Gina Loosier, academic athletic advisor, willbe available to advise student athletes as towhich classes should be taken each semester.Athletes must meet with Mrs. Loosier prior toregistration each semester.

In addition, the Career Services staff providesassistance to student athletes and prospectivestudent athletes in making educational, per-sonal, and career choices. Career planningand job placement opportunities are availableto all student athletes enrolled at CalhounCommunity College. Computerized and print-ed information is available on salaries,employment opportunities, and educationalrequirements for hundreds of different careersas well as interest inventories, information onjob search skills, and job placement. Studentathletes wishing to take advantage of this ser-vice should make an appointment in the

Career Services office, located in building #4on the Decatur campus, (256) 306-2602.

STUDENT ATHLETE RIGHTS

Each student athlete may be requested byeach coach to complete an athletic informa-tion form. This form provides information forthe coach, athletic secretary, and public rela-tions office. It provides important informationin the preparation of brochures and newsreleases. It is important that the student ath-lete read the statement at the end of the formon the back page. Due to the Privacy Act(which deals with the releasing of confidentialinformation about students), it is required thata signed copy of the form be on file before anyinformation may be released on an individualathlete.

EQUITY IN ATHLETICS DISCLOSURE ACT

The Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act(EADA) requires co-educational institutions ofhigher education to prepare annually – andmake available to students, potential studentsand the public – a report on participationrates, financial support, and other informationon men’s and women’s intercollegiate athleticprograms. This information is on file in theVice President of Student Services office.

SSTT

UUDD

EENN

TT AA

TTHH

LLEE

TTEE

RRII GG

HHTT

SS

“No one feels strong whenshe examines her ownweakness, but in facingweakness, you learn howmuch there is in you, andyou find real strength.”

— Pat Summitt

3

PROCEDURES FOR REGISTRATION

1. Prior to the registration process, a student athletemust complete the college application process,request high school and college transcripts, submitcomputerized placement test scores or ACT scoresto the academic advisor, Gina Loosier, and com-plete the FAFSA.

2. Confer with Gina Loosier, academic advisor, and yourcoach, each semester. Arrange for an appointment foryour appropriate registration date and time. Phone 306-2632. Current academic schedules for registration areavailable at www.calhoun.edu.

3. All student-athletes will be responsible to registeronline for classes after they have been advised byGina Loosier. Follow procedures at www.cal-houn.edu. Click MyCalhoun. Log in with “C” num-ber and PIN. Student athletes do not have schedulechange access.

4. All college fines must be paid prior to submit-ting an academic schedule for registration.

5. Do not drop or withdraw from a class without permis-sion from the academic advisor and your coach. Allschedule changes will be made by Gina Loosier.

ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP BOOKS

1.) Pick up your schedule and books from thebookstore at an assigned date/time. Studentathletes must have picture ID and a copy oftheir schedule

2.) During finals week, return ALL books to theathletic office. You must return books priorto departing campus for the semester break.

3.) Student athletes will pick up next semester’sbooks as scheduled. A current schedule mustbe presented.

IF YOU FAIL TO RETURN ALL BOOKS, THEATHLETE MUST PAY FOR ALL BOOKSTHAT ARE NOT RETURNED.

IF A STUDENT WITHDRAWS FROM ACLASS, THE BOOK MUST BE RETURNEDTO THE BOOKSTORE IMMEDIATELY.

If you fail to follow all textbook procedures, you maybe required to pay for your books.

COURSE PLACEMENT TESTING

Student athletes may be required to complete the place-ment examination prior to registration. College guide-lines and exemptions are located in the college catalog.

The placement test is administered at the Decatur andHuntsville campuses by appointment. Call 306-2648(Decatur), or 890-4770 (Huntsville), to schedule anappointment or you may register online at www.cal-houn.edu/advising.

SELECTIVE SERVICE

Act No. 91-584 passed by the Alabama Legislaturerequires that males 18-26 must register with the Selec-tive Service before they may enroll with any state edu-cational institution.

PARKING AND TRAFFIC REGULATIONS

Student athletes who are enrolled at Calhoun Commu-nity College are required to affix a parking pass to therear view mirror of their automobile or where visible onmotorcycles, regardless of location. You may obtainyour decal at the switchboard in Chasteen Student Cen-ter.

GRADUATION

Calhoun Community College awards the Associate inArts, the Associate in Science, and the Associate inApplied Science degrees, and certificates for non-degreeprograms.

Apply by October 15 of your sophomore year. Allathletes are expected to graduate with a degree uponcompletion of their eligibility. Graduation applica-tions are available on the Calhoun website atwww.calhoun.edu or in the Athletics Office. There isa $25 graduation fee for each degree and must bepaid by the student athlete. Students participating inthe graduation ceremony are required to purchasethe graduation packet (cap, gown, diploma cover, etc)from the bookstore for approximately $50.

RREE

GGII SS

TTRR

AATT

II OONN

4

FINANCIAL AID

All athletic scholarship recipients must apply forFinancial Aid.* Student athletes should communicatewith personnel in the Office of Student FinancialServices. Additional information may be found in theCollege Catalog. Financial Aid programs available atCalhoun Community College include the following:

1. Pell Grants2. Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity

Grants (FSEOG)3. Federal Work-Study4. Stafford Loan (SL)5. Alabama Student Assistance Grants (ASAG)6. Scholarships

a. Academicb. Athletic Grants-in-Aidc. Calhoun Foundationd. Performing Artse. Student Activity and Leadership

7. Veterans, Servicemembers, and Their Dependents’Benefits

8. Dorothy B. Johnson Loan Fund9. Workforce Investment Act (WIA)

Calhoun students are not allowed to receive additionalCalhoun scholarships combined with an athletic schol-arship. Athletes may receive FSEOG or Work-Study inaddition to an athletic scholarship. If a student athletereceives additional scholarships from an outside agencythat cover tuition, a refund check will be mailed to thestudent’s permanent address after the 4th week of thesemester.ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS

(GRANTS-IN-AID)

Athletic scholarships and manager scholarships willcover the cost of books, tuition, and fees for a maximumof 73 semester hours, not including remedial classes orteam activity classes. Physical education courses corre-sponding to the athlete’s intercollegiate team will beallowed in addition to the 73 hours. The AthleticScholarship will provide for six credit hours during sum-mer school as not to exceed the yearly semester hourlimit. Student athletes will be allowed one (1) onlinecourse during the summer term. The annual 35 semester

hour limit will be adjusted to meet the 73 two year limit.If an athlete withdraws from a class, he/she will berequired to pay for the course in the future. The athleticscholarship will pay to repeat a class one time if the stu-dent fails the course.

The estimated value of an athletic scholarship each yearis $10,000 for in-state student-athletes and $15,000 forout-of-state student-athletes. Annual estimates are cal-culated for Fall, Spring, and Summer terms to includetuition, books, and fees.

Recipients of an athletic scholarship will be asked tosign a Scholarship Agreement Form and a NationalLetter of Intent. Copies of this form will be filed with theNational Junior College Athletic Association and theAlabama Junior and Community College Conference. Inaddition, copies will be retained by the College and thescholarship recipient. All athletic scholarship recipientsmust complete a FAFSA.

Cancellation of an athletic scholarship is permitted:1. If the athlete becomes ineligible for participation in

athletics because of academic and/or disciplinaryreasons; (OR)

2. For misconduct (unrelated to athletic ability) foundby the person or body in charge of general disci-pline at the institution, after following the sameprocedures as in other disciplinary matters, to beserious enough to warrant permanent suspensionor dismissal from the athletic program; (OR)

3. Volunteer non-participation.4. If the athlete elects to not participate on the team,

he/she forfeits their athletic or manager scholar-ship and will be responsible for all current andfuture tuition, books, and fees immediately.

As part of the scholarship agreement, each scholarshiprecipient will be issued books and/or online codes fromthe College Bookstore each semester. It is the student ath-lete's responsibility to turn in books immediately uponcompletion of your finals and to pick up books at theassigned time, if applicable. Book codes must be returnedwith the books. Failure to do so will result in the athletehaving to purchase books for the next semester. Thesebooks are on loan; therefore, athletes will be responsiblefor any charges resulting from damage or loss. Should theathlete fail to return the books, a hold will be placed onthe student’s account.

Student athletes may be asked to complete an exit evalua-tion/interview when they leave the Calhoun AthleticDepartment.

FFII NN

AANN

CCII AA

LL AA

II DD

* All student athletes are required to complete aFree Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) each year.

5

INSURANCE COVERAGE

Calhoun Community College provides accident insur-ance coverage for student athletes, managers, and stu-dent coaches. The accident insurance provides cover-age for intercollegiate play, practice, and travel.Insurance coverage is not provided for students partic-ipating in a tryout. Any student participating in a try-out will be asked to sign a Release from Liability andHold Harmless Agreement.

All injuries should be immediately reported to the HeadCoach. The coach will speak with the Encore Athletic Trainerto determine if medical treatment is required. All medicalevaluations and physical therapy appointments should bescheduled at a convenient time, not to miss class or practice.Contact your coach prior to scheduling an appointment formedical services. The student athlete and coach are requiredto complete a BMI (Bob McCloskey Insurance) injury reporton the day of the injury, prior to the initial doctor’s visit. Theathlete should present the physician’s office with the signedinjury report and a copy of the Insurance Referral form (seeAppendix). A copy of the injury report form will remain inthe Athletic Office.

The accident insurance policy provided by the Collegeis secondary coverage and will be implemented inexcess of any other coverage you or your parents mayhave. The athletic insurance is negotiated through theACCC conference annually. There is a $ 5,000.00deductible that must be met prior to Calhoun’s insur-ance being activated. The Calhoun CommunityCollege athletic insurance will not cover any co-pay-ments required by the primary insurance until the$5,000 deductible is met. For uninsured student-ath-letes, BMI will be the primary coverage and will coverintercollegiate play, practice, and travel after the$5,000.00 deductible is met.

The college may assist student-athletes with unpaidmedical expense for an injury during a college activity.Students must complete the Uninsured Medical CostsClaim Form in the Appendix and submit all requesteddocuments to Dr. Nancy Keenum. The primary insur-ance must have been exhausted prior to studentsrequesting assistance. If you have questions, contactMrs. Carla Larry in the Business Office (256) 306-2540.

Calhoun Community College does not provide healthinsurance coverage for the student-athlete. Insurancecoverage for any health-related illness is the responsi-bility of the student-athlete.

Each individual who participates in the athletic pro-gram at Calhoun Community College must have aninsurance information questionnaire and a copy ofyour personal insurance card on file in the athleticoffice to receive athletic insurance coverage. All infor-mation must be completed and on file prior to the firstathletic contest.

Calhoun Community College has 90 days to file theinjury report with Bob McCloskey Insurance–www.bobmccloskey.com. To complete the insuranceclaim, the student-athlete must have the BMI InjuryClaim form (page 20), itemized physician/physical ther-apy/hospital statements, and the primary carrier state-ment to the Athletic Office. It is imperative allpaperwork be completed in a timely manner. Claimswill not be processed without all required elements.The athlete must present a copy of the athletic claimform to the physician on the first visit. The claim formis to be returned to Crystal Higginbotham the follow-ing day.

PHYSICAL EXAMINATIONS

The National Junior College Athletic Associationrequires each athlete to have a physical examinationbefore participating in any athletic practice sessionand/or game. All student athletes and managers mustpass a physical examination by the Calhoun physi-cians and a drug test prior to the first official practiceto be eligible for athletic insurance coverage.

Physical examinations will be scheduled for all athletes, teammanagers, and walk-ons prior to the Fall semester. You will benotified of the date, time, and location where the physicalexaminations will be held.

Each individual who participates in the athletic pro-gram at Calhoun Community College must completean athletic health examination record. This examina-tion record aids the physicians in performing a com-plete physical examination.

All students will be required to sign a consent formgiving the athletic department staff permission to drugtest the student at any time. The drug policy is underreview by the Alabama Community College System.Student-athletes are subject to random drug testingthroughout the year.II NN

SSUU

RRAA

NNCC

EE// PP

HHYY

SSII CC

AALL

SS

6

ELIGIBILITY

There are three levels of compliance for all athletes atCalhoun Community College.

1. National Junior College Athletic Association(NJCAA)

2. Alabama Junior and Community CollegeConference (ACCC)

3. Calhoun Community College

The steps for achieving and maintaining athletic eligi-bility as mandated by the NJCAA and the ACCC areoutlined below under REQUIREMENTS FOR ATH-LETIC ELIGIBILITY. Calhoun Community College hasestablished certain eligibility regulations outlinedbelow under ACADEMIC STANDARDS OFPROGRESS.

REQUIREMENTS FOR ATHLETIC ELIGIBILITY

The following rules shall be used to determine a stu-dent’s eligibility for athletic competition in any one ofthe certified sports of the NJCAA.A. Student-athlete must be making satisfactory

progress within an approved college program orcourse as listed in the college catalog.

B. Student-athletes must be enrolled in full-timestatus using any combination of sessions withina term, and in classes that begin before the endof the sport season in which the student athleteschoose to participate, within 15 calendar daysfrom the beginning of the term. Student-athletesthat do not conform to this rule will be ineligiblefor the remainder of the term.

C. Student-athletes must maintain enrollment in12 or more credit hours of college work as listedin the college catalog during each term of athlet-ic participation. Student-athletes who dropbelow 12 hours are ineligible until full-time sta-tus is regained within that term.

D. Student athletes will enroll in 15-16 credit hourseach semester.

SEMESTER ELIGIBILITYE. Prior to the last official date to register for the

second full-time semester, as published in thecollege catalog, a student must have passedtwelve (12) semester hours with a 1.75 GPA orhigher.

F. Prior to the last official date to register for the

third full-time semester, and all subsequentsemesters thereafter as published in the collegecatalog, a student must satisfy one of the follow-ing four (4) requirements to be eligible for theupcoming term:1. Pass a minimum of twelve (12) semester

hours with a 2.0 GPA or higher during theprevious semester of full-time enrollment OR

2. Pass an accumulation of semester hoursequal to twelve (12) multiplied by the num-ber of semesters in which the student waspreviously enrolled full-time with a GPA of2.0 or higher.OR

3. A first season participant must have passeda minimum accumulation of 24 credit hourswith a 2.0 GPA or higher for the initial termof participation, regardless of previous termor other accumulation requirements.(NOTE: This only establishes eligibility forthe initial term, not subsequent terms.OR

4. A second season participant must havepassed a minimum accumulation of 36credit hours for a Fall sport, 48 credit hoursfor a Spring sport, with a 2.0 GPA or higher,regardless of previous term or other accu-mulation requirement.

G. Prior to a second season of participation in anNJCAA certified sport, students must pass a min-imum accumulation of twenty-four (24) semesterhours with a 2.00 GPA or higher. (This is in addi-tion to satisfying E or F.)

H. Students not enrolled during the term when theseason begins remain ineligible throughout theseason schedule unless they enroll on the firstpossible enrollment date following1. Their release from Active Armed Services of

the United States with a discharge otherthan dishonorable.

2. Their return from a religious mission.3. Their graduation from a high school or

receipt of an equivalency diploma.4. Their transfer from an NJCAA member col-

lege which dropped a sport after the schoolyear begins.

5. A student attending a multi-campus collegemay, if at a campus of his/her enrollment asport is not offered, participate in that sportat any campus within the system that offersthe sport.

EELL

II GGII BB

II LLII TT

YY

Students that satisfy one of the five exceptions become eligi-ble after the previous term has ended upon registration as afull-time student for the new term. (Students must be addedto the eligibility form before participating.) I. AMATEURISM

Amateur athletes are those who engage in sports for thephysical, mental, or social benefits they derive in partici-pation and to whom athletics is an avocation and not asource for personal financial remuneration. A student-athlete’s amateur status must adhere to all NJCAA guide-lines.

J. TRANSFERA student-athlete who has attended another college maynot be immediately eligible for participation at CalhounCommunity College. All NJCAA guidelines must be metprior to establishing eligibility. A Transfer Waiver andRelease is required for all student athletes participatingin the NJCAA. Student athletes and managers will berequired to attend study hall for TWO (2) hours a week(minimum) in the STAR Institute on the 2nd floor ofChasteen Student Center.

K. HARDSHIPThe hardship provision of the NJCAA is available to stu-dent-athletes who are unable to complete a season ofcompetition or did not satisfy one of the other eligibilityrules as a result of an injury, illness or some type of anemergency beyond their control. The student-athletemust not have participated in more than 20 percent ofthe college’s regular season schedule or have not partici-pated in more than two of the institution’s completedevents in that sport, whichever number is greater.

ACADEMIC STANDARDS OF PROGRESS

Academic standards of progress have been developed toensure that you will be eligible to graduate from CalhounCommunity College.1. Each team coach has responsibility for his/her team’s aca-

demic progress.2. STUDENT ATHLETES AND MANAGERS WILL BE

REQUIRED TO ATTEND STUDY HALL FOR 2 HOURS AWEEK AT THE STAR INSTITUTE.

3. Grade checks will be distributed by your coach eachsemester to evaluate your progress. STUDENTS WHOFAIL TO SUBMIT THEIR GRADES AT THIS TIME WILLNOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY GAME OR PRACTICEUNTIL THEIR GRADES HAVE BEEN RECEIVED. Copieswill be forwarded to the Athletic Director and AcademicAdvisor within one week of mid-term.

4. All student athletes and managers who fall below a “C” inany course at the mid-term may be required to attendadditional study hall or the Learning Lab.

5. All student athletes and managers who fail to have a 3.0overall grade point average at the end of the semestermay be required to attend an additional weekly study ses-sion the entire subsequent semester.

6. No student athlete will participate in tournament play ifacademic eligibility requirements were not met at the endof the term.

7. In the off-season, a student athlete with a grade pointaverage below 3.0 and who refuses to participate in studysessions, may forfeit his/her chances of signing a scholar-ship agreement for a second year.

8. All students must come prepared to the STAR Institutewith books, paper, and writing instrument to study forthe entire session.

9. The team coach and/or academic advisor will be involvedwith arranging study hall and/or tutorial sessions.

10. Students are not required to be enrolled during the fallterm to be eligible to participate in baseball or softballduring the spring season.

11. Student athletes who fail to attend study hall in theSTAR Institute will have consequences defined by thecoaching staff and Vice President of Student Services.

The STAR Institute is located on the Decatur and Huntsvillecampuses. Many resources are provided, includoing one-on-one tutoring in most subject areas including math. Studentscan also attend group study sessions. STAR hours are Monday- Thursday, 8:00 am - 5:30 pm and Friday 8:00 am - 11:45 am.Evening tutoring hours are available upon request. For moreinformation, call (256) 306-2594 or visit the website at:www.calhoun.edu/student-resources/tutoring.

ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

A. Students must not have previously competed duringtwo(2) seasons in a given sport at any intercollegiatelevel.

B. Entry into an athletic contest of any regularly scheduledcontest during the collegiate year shall constitute one (1)season of participation.

C. All student athletes participating in any NJCAA certifiedsports must have passed a physical examination adminis-tered by a qualified health care professional licensed toadminister physical examinations prior to the first prac-tice for each collegiate year in which they compete.

D. All student athletes will complete urinalysis drug testing.E. Student athletes are expected to address all college per-

sonnel with respect.F. If students are withdrawn from a class, they may be ineli-

gible for participation.G. No student-athlete should participate in illicit or inap-

propriate social media posting.

7

ALCOHOL/DRUGS

Intoxication from, or the use, display, or possession of alco-holic beverages or any controlled substance (drug) as out-lined by the Code of Alabama, unless the student has a validprescription for the use of the respective controlled substanceis prohibited on campus, or at any athletic event. It is illegalfor a person under the age of 21 to consume or possess alco-hol in the state of Alabama. Public intoxication, on or offcampus, is a violation of the Calhoun Athletic Department andwill result in disciplinary action, which may include sus-pension and dismissal from the athletic program. Any student-athlete who is cited for a Drinking Under the Influence (DUI)charge will be suspended from athletic competition and willabide by the current drug policy.

TOBACCO FREE POLICY

Calhoun Community College is committed to providing asafe and healthy environment for its employees, studentsand visitors. The College recognizes the right of persons tomake their own decisions about their personal use oftobacco products away from the College. However, in lightof findings of the U.S. Surgeon General that exposure tosecondhand tobacco smoke and use of tobacco productsare significant health hazards, the College has establisheda tobacco-free environment on its compuses and in collegevehicles. Consequently, the use, distribution, or sale oftobacco products, including the carrying of any lightedsmoking instrument, in College buildings or in or uponother College premises or inside College-owned, rented orleased vehicles, is prohibited.

For the purposes of this policy, a “tobacco product” isdefined to include any lighted or unlighted cigarette(including electronic cigarettes), cigar, pipe, bidi, clove cig-arette, and any other smoking product, as well as smoke-less or spit tobacco, also known as dip, chew, snuff orsnus, in any form.

All College employees, students, visitors and contractorsare required to comply with this policy, which shallremain in force at all times. Any College employee or stu-dent found to be in violation of the tobacco-free policy willbe subject to a monetary fine. Tickets will be issued bycampus police officer for violations of Calhoun’s tobacco-free policy. Monetary fines will be imposed as listedbelow, depending on whether the offender is an employeeor student.

Any visitor or contractor found to be violating this policyshall be asked to discontinue the disallowed activity, and

any failure by a visitor or contractor to discontinue the dis-allowed activity after being requested to do so shall resultin the visitor or contractor being escorted off the collegepremises by campus police.

Student Fines Any Calhoun student found to have violated this policyshall be subject to the following fines: 1st ticket – $25.00fine, 2nd ticket - $25.00 fine.

All fines must be paid within 7 days of ticketing. Finesthat are not paid within the 7 days shall automaticallydouble in amount.

A student who has a pending fine or fines may not registerfor classes nor have transcripts released until all fines arepaid in full.

Any student wishing to appeal a fine arising from the find-ing of a tobacco-free violation under this policy may do sowith the Dean for Student Services, Dr. Patricia Wilson.

Employee Fines Any Calhoun employee found to have violated this policyshall be subject to the following fines: 1st ticket –Warning, 2nd ticket - $25.00 fine.

All fines must be paid within 7 days of ticketing. Finesthat are not paid within the 7 days shall automaticallydouble in amount.Any employee wishing to appeal a fine arising from thefinding of a violation of this policy may do so with theVice President for Instruction and Student Success.

With the exception of advertising in a newspaper, maga-zine, or similar publication that is not produced byCalhoun College, no tobacco-related advertising or spon-sorship shall be permitted on Calhoun Community Collegeproperty or at college-sponsored events. No tobacco-relat-ed advertising or sponsorship shall appear in any publica-tions produced by the College or by any club or associa-tion authorized by Calhoun Community College. For thepurposes of this policy, the term “tobacco-related” appliesto the use of a tobacco brand or corporate name, trade-mark, logo, symbol or motto, selling message, recognizablepattern of colors or any other indicia of product identifica-tion identical to or similar to, or identifiable with, thoseused for any brand of tobacco products or company whichmanufactures tobacco products.

The College President will develop administrative regula-

8

DDRR

UUGG

&&

AALL

CCOO

HHOO

LL PP

OOLL

II CCYY

tions and procedures as necessary to implement this policy,including provisions for notification, signage, disciplinary conse-quences, complaint procedures and enforcement.

Procedures will be developed to offer or promote prevention andeducation initiatives that actively support non-use and addressthe risks of all forms of tobacco use. The College will alsoendeavor to have information available for its students andemployees on community programs or services related to help-ing persons stop the use of tobacco products.

Weapons PolicyCalhoun Community College prohibits all firearms on campus orat athletic activities.

9

Success doesn’t comefrom pie-in-the-sky think-ing. It’s the result of con-sciously doing somethingeach day that will add toyour overall excellence.

— Nick Saban

“

”

10

MINIMUM STANDARDS FOR PARTICIPATION

Calhoun Community College offers team sports inthe areas of baseball and softball. In order tobecome a member of these teams, each individualmust meet certain minimum standards. The coachwill make the final decision as to the individualswho make the teams based upon the minimumstandards for participation listed below.

BASEBALL/SOFTBALL

INFIELDERS

1. Have the physical ability to catch a ball2. Have the arm strength to throw a base run-

ner out3. Have the mobility to get to a ground ball or

a fly ball4. Have the ability to make quick decisions

OUTFIELDERS

1. Have the running speed to cover a largearea

2. Have the physical ability to catch a groundball or a fly ball

3. Have the arm strength to throw from theoutfield to home plate or other bases

4. Have the ability to judge a fly ball “off ofthe bat”

5. Have the ability to make decisions as towhere to throw the ball

CATCHERS

1 . Have the arm strength to throw a base run-ner out when trying to steal a base

2. Have the ability to catch a ball thrown by apitcher

3. Have the ability to catch a “pop up”4. Have the quickness and mobility to play the

position5. Have the ability to make decisions and be a

leader on the field

PITCHERS

1. Have the control to throw strikes and con-trol the speed of the ball

2. Have the ability to get batters out3. Have the arm strength to throw a ball hard4. Have the ability to throw different types of

pitches5. Have the ability and mobility to field the

position6. Have the ability to make quick decisions on

the mound

BATTERS

1. Have the ability to hit a ball2. Have the speed and quickness to run the

bases3. Have the ability to slide into bases4. Have the ability to make quick decisions

GOLF

MEN’S AND WOMEN’S TEAM STANDARDS

1. Tournament competition experience islooked upon very strongly

2. Work ethic in classroom and on-course3. Character and Attitude is of high standard4. Scoring average 70-85

ALL PLAYERS ARE EXPECTED TO HAVE ASTRONG WORK ETHIC, FOLLOW INSTRUC-TIONS, AND RESPECT ALL TEAMMATES,MANAGERS, AND COACHES.

MMII NN

II MMUU

MM SS

TTAA

NNDD

AARR

DDSS

FFOO

RR PP

AARR

TTII CC

II PPAA

TTII OO

NN

11

CONDUCT EXPECTATIONS

The College assumes that entering student athletesare adults who have developed mature behavior pat-terns, positive attitudes, and conduct above reproach.Student athletes are treated in accord with this belief.

The College reserves the right to dismiss any studentathlete or member of the Athletic Department staffwhose on-or-off campus behavior is considered unde-sirable or harmful to the College. CalhounCommunity College is a public educational institu-tion of the State of Alabama and, as such, shall notpermit on its premises, or at any activity which itsponsors, the possession, use, or distribution of anyalcoholic beverage or any illicit drug by any student,employee, or visitor. In the event of the confirmationof such prohibited possession, use, or distribution bya student or employee, Calhoun Community Collegeshall, within the scope of applicable Federal andState due process requirements, take such adminis-trative or disciplinary action as is appropriate. For astudent, the disciplinary action may include, butshall not be limited to, suspension or expulsion.Athletes found in possession of alcohol or non-pre-scription drugs will be arrested and held until a par-ent(s) or guardian(s) can be notified.

For the protection and convenience of all student athletesand the community, regulations prohibit disorderly con-duct either on the campus or in the classroom. Studentathletes participating in any unauthorized mass demon-stration, or whose presence and/or actions constitute ageneral disturbance, or who fail promptly to obey anyorder to disperse given by any college official or by anyduly constituted law enforcement officer, are subject toimmediate suspension from the College. Reasonable quietshall be maintained at all times in and around the Collegebuildings. Possession of weapons on the campus is pro-hibited.

Student athletes conducting themselves in such amanner as to disturb or disrupt a class will be told bythe instructor to leave the classroom. The student ath-lete may return to class as soon as he/she is capable ofconducting himself/herself as a mature adult.However, the second such offense would require thestudent athlete to meet with the Dean of StudentServices and could result in charges being broughtagainst the student athlete. Charges against a studentathlete must be resolved by a formal due processhearing, which is outlined in the college catalog.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

Misconduct Defined. A student shall be subject todisciplinary action by the College for:

Any form of dishonesty, including cheating, plagia-rism, or furnishing false information to the College.

Cheating is defined, for academic purposes, toinclude, but not be limited to, the use of unau-thorized aids (such as crib sheets or otheritems such as written materials; drawings; labreports; discarded computer printouts, storedinformation, or programs); unauthorized assis-tance on take-home exams or projects; copy-ing, or copying from, another student’s work;soliciting, providing, and/or receiving any unau-thorized aid or assistance (whether orally or inwriting); or similar or equivalent acts contrary tothe principles of academic honesty.

Plagiarism is defined to include the act ofusing in one’s work, or as one’s work, thework of another without clearly indicatingthat the work is someone else’s and stating thesource of the other’s work.

Forgery, alteration, or misues of College docu-ments, records or identification.

Disciplinary Action by Instructor. With regard to amatter of academic dishonesty in taking a collegecourse, the College’s respective faculty members areauthorized to administer certain appropriate disci-plinary action. If a given faculty member has sub-stantive evidence of a student’s having committed,attempted to commit, or solicited an act of cheating,plagiarism, or any other form of academic dishon-esty, the faculty member shall have the authority to(1) impose a grade of “F” for the respective assign-ment or test; (2) impose an “F” for the respectivecourse; (3) require that an assignment be redone ora test be retaken; (4) impose other similar sanctionsdesigned to preserve academic integrity. The facultymember shall not have the right to suspend or expela student. That authority is reserved for the Deanfor Student Services and the College DisciplinaryCommittee. If the faculty member believes that theimproper conduct should be subject to greater pun-ishment, or additional punishment, then the caseshould be referred to the Dean for Student Affairsfor disciplinary review.

Refer to pp. 172-181 the Student Handbook/Catalog forcomplete Student Disciplinary Procedures.

AATT

HHLL

EETT

II CC CC

OODD

EE OO

FF

CCOO

NNDD

UUCC

TT

12

CLASS ATTENDANCE

Your education comes first, athletics second, and everything elsefollows in the chain. Regular class attendance is important togain and demonstrate competency in course concepts and skills.Students are expected to accept responsibility for class atten-dance and to complete in-class work assignments and examina-tions as scheduled by the instructor. Some programs requireattendance for program accreditation or certification. Studentsshould consult departmental policies or guidelines for details.Student athlete absences for game participation must be kept to aminimum. The student athlete is responsible for class activitiesmissed during any absence. It is the student’s responsibility tocontact the instructor in regard to missed assignments or testsfor game absences.

CALHOUN COMMUNITY COLLEGEATTENDANCE POLICY

College instructors are required to provide a syllabus toeach student enrolled in their course. The syllabusestablishes the instructor’s expectations, policies, proce-dures, course content, course schedule, and other infor-mation defining the requirements of the course for thestudent. Upon receiving the syllabus, students aredeemed to be on notice of its contents and are assumedto understand and abide by the expectations, policies,and procedures stated therein. Students who have ques-tions regarding the syllabus should first consult theirinstructor and, if necessary, the department chairpersonbefore contacting the dean.

If a student fails to officially withdraw from a course,this could result in a grade of F and adversely impactfinancial aid.

Final Examination AttendanceAttendance at final examinations is mandatory. Suchexaminations are administered in all academic subjectsat the end of each semester in accordance with an exam-ination schedule issued by the Dean or designee. Anystudent who must miss a final examination has theresponsibility of notifying his/her instructor to makearrangements to take the final examination on an alter-nate date, if possible. This is accomplished by filling outa form entitled “Permission to Alter Final ExaminationSchedule” which may be obtained in divisional/depart-mental offices. One copy of the form is retained by thefaculty member and one copy is retained by the student.

Faculty members should not change the published classexamination schedule without prior approval from theDean or designee.

A student-athlete’s eligibility may be jeopardized if a stu-dent receives a withdrawal (W) in a course. It is impera-tive that all student-athletes complete allassignments/tests missed in a timely manner.

WITHDRAWAL POLICY

Student athletes are not permitted to withdraw from a coursewithout permission from Mrs. Gina Loosier, the athletic acade-mic advisor, AND the team coach. The coach/academic advisorrequires written verification/documentation from the instructorIf a student-athlete receives permission to withdraw from thecourse, the student-athlete will be required to complete thecourse the following semester. The student-athlete will berequired to pay for future classes as a result of the withdrawal.

Gina Loosier will complete the withdrawal process for all stu-dent-athletes.

STUDENT RESPONSIBILITIES

1. You must complete all application forms accurately andsubmit them on time to the proper department(s) .

2. You must provide accurate information. In most instances, mis-reporting information on financial aid application forms is aviolation of the law and may be considered a criminal offense .

3. You must return all the necessary documentation, verifica-tion, corrections, and/or new information requested by theAthletic Department or other collegiate office.

4. You are responsible for reading and understanding all formsthat you are asked to sign and for keeping copies of them.

5. You must be aware of and comply with deadlines for appli-cation for aid.

6. Work-Study recipients must not complete any work-studyassignments during classes, scheduled practice, or games.

7. Work-Study recipients are responsible for having theirtimesheets signed and in the Office of Student FinancialAid on the 20th of each month unless otherwise directed.

Additional information may be obtained from Dr. NancyKeenum, Athletic Director.

13

ATHLETIC CODE OF CONDUCT

An athletic code of conduct has been established in order to inculcatediscipline, teamwork, team pride, good sportsmanship, establish lead-ership, establish a respect for rules and authority, and to eliminate dis-ruptive influences. Academic eligibility and academic standards ofprogress must be maintained. Failure to maintain eligibility and acade-mic standards will result in the athlete not participating in games orpractice as stipulated by the coach and the Athletic Department.

PRACTICE

1. Your attitude in practice is expected to be one of hustle, desire,and respect.

2. Promptness at all practices and team meetings is required.Continued violations may result in dismissal from the team andloss of your scholarship.

3. Managers are an extension of the coach. They are expected to betreated with the same respect as the coaches.

COMPETITION

1. You are representing Calhoun Community College in differentcommunities, cities, and towns. The only impression many ofthese people will have of Calhoun Community College is the onethey form as we pass through their city. Conduct yourself in away that will bring honor to yourself and this institution.

2. Transportation will be provided for road games. All players andmanagers will leave on the bus and return on the bus.

3. Arrival and departure times will be determined by the coach. Ifyou are late, you will be left behind.

4. Team travel attire or uniforms will be worn on all trips unlessdirected by the coach. Student athletes may be asked to weardress clothes on occasion.

5. Any athlete or manager suspended from the team will not beallowed to travel with the team or sit on the team bench.

NJCAA CODE OF CONDUCT

This code of conduct applies to all region, district and national events,contests and tournaments sponsored by the National Junior CollegeAthletic Association. Violations of the code of conduct occurring dur-ing the regularly scheduled season events shall be referred to therespective conference or region standards and ethics committee. Code of Conduct

A. Participants shall recognize the responsibility for proper conduct

at any national tournament, event or contest sponsored by theNJCAA or its member colleges.

B. Coaches shall recognize and assume responsibility for the actionsof themselves and the team members. Each coach who has par-ticipants competing in the event shall be responsible for inform-ing each participant about the Code of Conduct.

BehaviorCoaches, players, and institutional personnel must remember that theyare representatives of an institution of higher learning, its faculty, andadministration and student body. As such they are expected to con-duct themselves in a manner which would reflect credit on their team,institution, region and the NJCAA. Student athletes, coaches and insti-tutional personnel who are participating in NJCAA events are subjectto all NJCAA rules regulations and penalties as stated in the NJCAAhandbook as well as local, state and federal laws.

Inappropriate and unacceptable behavior by coaches, players or insti-tutional personnel will not be tolerated before, during, or after contests;at the hotel or in public while representing their college. This Code ofConduct does not replace Article XVIII of the NJCAA handbook.Unacceptable forms of behavior include but are not limited to:Fighting, taunting, inappropriate celebration, disrespectful attitudetoward opponents, officials, tournament administrators, use of profaneand vulgar language, use of tobacco and/or alcohol, disrespectful atti-tude toward host hotel personnel, and unlawful activities.

Derogatory comments

Coaches, athletes or institutional personnel shall not make derogatorypublic comments regarding administration of a tournament or officiat-ing of contests during post game interviews or at other times; to printor broadcast media, in news releases or institutionally produced newsreleases or under any conditions when their comments may becomepublic. The head coach shall be fully responsible for assuring that nopublic comments are made by the coaching staff, student athletes orinstitutional personnel about officiating, fighting or other incidentswhich occur during contests.

A coach shall not address or permit anyone in the team area to addressuncomplimentary remarks to any game official during the progress of acontest or engage in conduct which might incite student athletes orspectators against officials.

ReportingViolations of the Code of Conduct may be reported to the ExecutiveDirector of the NJCAA or his designee. Procedures and Penalties maybe found in the NJCAA Handbook. See Dr. Keenum or Coach Burnsfor more information.

14

15

Athletic Insurance Instructions

The Alabama Community College Conference maintains a sports accident insurance poli-cy for all covered athletic injuries. This policy is excess to any other valid and collectibleinsurance – it is a secondary policy and all claims must be submitted to the athlete’s primaryinsurance first. Please send this with the student-athlete any time medical expense isincurred. This will help decrease the amount of time it takes to adjudicate a claim.

1. An injury report must be submitted (appendix) by Coach;

2. Submit medical charges to any other insurance policy the patient is covered under first(regardless if the patient is the primary member or a dependent);

3. Once primary insurance claim is processed, submit the itemized bill and primary carrierstatement to the athletic office.

BMI Benefits, LLCP.O. Box 511Matawan, NJ 077471-800-445-3126www.bobmccloskey.com

Group Name: Alabama Community College ConferenceSchool: Calhoun Community College

4. Payment will be made directly to the medical provider, unless otherwise requested.

Disclaimer: Claims submitted under the Alabama Community College Conference coverage are subject to allpolicy limitations and exclusions. This instruction sheet is not a guarantee of payment. It is intended only tofacilitate submission of claims.

APPENDIX

17

18

19

20

21

22

Calhoun Warhawks Baseball Schedule - FALL 2018

DATESaturday, Sept 8

Tuesday, Sept 18

Sunday, Sept 23

Thursday, Sept 27

Saturday, Sept 29

Wednesday, Oct 10

Sunday, Oct 14

Sunday, Oct 17

Thursday, Oct 25

OPPONENTTBA

Lawson StateSophomore Showcase

Martin Methodist

AuburnMontgomery

West Alabama

Bevill State

Martin Methodist

Bevill StateCoastal Alabama

Shelton State

LOCATIONUniversity of Memphis

Lawson StateBirmingham, AL

Martin MethodistPulaski, TN

AuburnMontgomery

West AlabamaLivingston, AL

UAH

Decatur

Lawson StateBirmingham, AL

University of AlabamaTuscaloosa, AL

TIMETBA

9:00 Check-In

2:00

TBA

TBA

2:30 DH

12:00

10:00/3:00

TBA

23

Calhoun Warhawks Men’s Golf Schedule - FALL 2018

DATESept 9-11

October 21-23

October 28-30

November 4-6

TOURNAMENTWallace State

Invitational

Northeast CCTournament

MGCCC FallInvitational

CACC TrojanInvitational

HOSTWallace Sate

NortheastCommunity

College

MississippiGulf Coast

CentralAlabama

COURSECross CreekGolf Course -

Cullman

Goose PondColony Resort -

Scottsboro

Gulfport, MS

Willow PointCountry Club- Alexander City

TIMETBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

Calhoun Lady Warhawks Softball Schedule - FALL 2018

DATESunday, Sept 9

Friday-Saturday,Sept 14-15

Saturday, Sept 22

Friday - Saturday,Sept 29-30

Saturday, Oct 6

Wednesday, Oct 10

Sunday, Oct 21

OPPONENTAlumni/Intrasquad

ColumbiaFall Invitational

David CarnellFall Classic

Northeast CC

Calhoun FallInvitational

Martin MethodistV/JV, Columbia

State, BlueMountain, Covenant

College

Tera Ross MemorialTournament -

Jacksonville State

Itawamba CC

University ofAlabama-Huntsville

Martin Methodist

LOCATIONCalhoun

Columbia, TN

Booneville, MS

Decatur, AL Wilson Morgan Park

Choccolocco ParkOxford, AL

Fulton MS

Normal, AL

TIME12:30/3:30

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

25

Calhoun Lady Warhawks Women’s Golf Schedule - FALL 2018

DATE

September 16-18

September 30 -October 2

October 8-10

October 28-30

TOURNAMENT

Wallace StateInvitational

Snead StateInvitational

MartinMethodist

Invitational

Jefferson StateInvitational

HOST

BirminghamSouthern

Snead State

MartinMethodist

Jefferson State

COURSE

Highland ParkGolf Course,Birmingham

Gunter’sLanding,

Guntersville

CanebreakGolf Club

Athens, AL

RTJ OxmoorValley

(Birmingham)

TIME

TBA

TBA

TBA

TBA

26

NOTICE: AFTER READING THE 2018-2019 ATHLETIC HANDBOOK, PLEASE SIGN THIS FORMAND RETURN IT TO THE ATHLETIC OFFICE BY FRIDAY, AUGUST 31, 2018.

YOU CANNOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY GAMES UNTIL THIS FORM IS ON FILE.

I have carefully read and fully understand the information printed in the 2018-2019 Athletic Handbookand agree to abide by all the guidelines presented by the Calhoun Community College AthleticDepartment. I understand if I am not involved on a sports team, I will return all equipment and attireassigned to me within one (1) week.

I agree and consent for my Coach/Athletic Director/Athletic Academic Advisor to distribute unofficialcopies of my transcripts to 4-year colleges and university athletic personnel by request. I understand andagree for my Coach/Athletic Director/Athletic Academic Advisor to discuss my academic progress withmy parents/guardian. I further agree that Calhoun Community College may release pertinent athleticinformation to the media.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF STUDENT ATHLETE DRUG TESTING POLICYI certify that I will receive a copy of The Alabama Community College System Drug Testing Policy andGuidelines for student athletes, and I will read and understand the requirements of the policy and guidelines inorder to participate in intercollegiate athletics.

CONSENT TO DRUG TESTINGI understand that to participate in intercollegiate athletics, I will be required to submit to mandatory drug testing.I agree to submit to urine specimen collection(s) for purposes of analysis for drug use. I further agree and con-sent to the disclosure of the records and test results relating to this analysis to be released to the AthleticsDirector, Head Coach, or other designated college representative in order that my eligibility to participate in theathletic program can be determined.

_________________________________ ___________________________________Date Student Athlete’s Signature

___________________________________ _____________________Student Athlete’s Name Printed Date of Birth

___________________________________ ____________________________________Calhoun “C” Number Parent/Legal Guardian’s Signature

(if athlete is under 18 years old)

STUDENT ATHLETE CONSENT

27