Each student attending Kwantlen must accept her or his responsibilities as an adult and adhere to University College policies, procedures and deadlines as published. This information is printed in the Calendar, available on the Kwantlen Web site and in other University College publications. Questions regarding these matters may be directed to Counselling and Advising Services or the Office of the Registrar.

It is each student's responsibility to attend classes regularly, to keep work up to date and to complete assignments as required. Final grades are based largely on completed assignments, tests and class participation.

Attendance and Performance in Individualized, Continuous-Intake Programs

See policy B.2 which can be viewed at the Library or on-line.

Students in individualized, continuous-intake courses or programs at Kwantlen University College are expected to attend classes regularly, to be punctual, and to demonstrate a satisfactory rate of progress within the time guidelines set for the course or program. Failure to meet these expectations may result in failure in the course or program.

While Kwantlen has deliberately avoided imposing attendance and progress requirements in an effort to encourage students to accept personal responsibility, the nature of the courses or programs and the structure of the curriculum in these programs are such that a policy is required. The primary responsibility for enforcement of this policy rests with the instructor.

Because many of these courses or programs simulate the work place or job environment, the following specific areas of concern are addressed by this policy:

• Students with irregular attendance;
• Students who habitually arrive late and/or leave early, or who take prolonged rest breaks;
• Students who may have satisfactory attendance but who do not demonstrate reasonable progress through the course or program.

The Kwantlen policy on Student Conduct applies to students whose conduct disrupts the learning environment.

Any student under the sponsorship of the Human Resources Development Canada (HRDC) must meet the requirements of that agency. Kwantlen assumes responsibility for complying with the reporting procedure required by HRDC.

Attendance and Performance in Semester and other Fixed Term Programs

See policy B.7 which can be viewed at the Library or on-line.

Certain courses are structured to simulate a workplace or job environment. Others require that students work extensively in groups to meet the course objectives. In both cases, students are expected to attend classes regularly, to be punctual, and to demonstrate a satisfactory level of performance and rate of progress within the timelines set for the various course activities. Failure to meet these expectations may result in failure in the course or disciplinary action.

While Kwantlen has deliberately avoided imposing attendance and progress requirements to encourage students to accept personal responsibility, the nature of certain courses is such that a policy is required. The primary responsibility for enforcement of this policy rests with the instructor.

The following specific areas of concern are addressed by this policy:

• Students with irregular attendance;
• Students who habitually arrive late and/or leave early, or who take prolonged rest breaks;
• Students who consistently fail to meet their obligations as team members in courses where this is a significant requirement.

Courses where this policy applies will be so identified by the appropriate curriculum committee. Once approved, a statement to the effect that this policy applies will be included in the evaluation section of the course outline and in the course presentation forms.

Cheating and Plagiarism

See policy C.8 (currently under review) which can be viewed at the Library or on-line.

* Examples of cheating and plagiarism.

Cheating, which includes plagiarism, occurs where a student or group of students uses or attempts to use unauthorized aids, assistance, materials or methods.

Plagiarism occurs where a student represents the work or ideas of another person as his or her own.

Kwantlen condemns all forms of cheating and will discipline students for cheating in the following manner:

• For most first offences, a grade of zero will be awarded for the affected assignment, test, paper, analysis, etc.
• For most second offences, a failing grade will be assigned in the affected course.

Depending upon the circumstances surrounding the first or second offence, a more severe level of discipline may be imposed by Kwantlen.

• For a third offence, the matter must be referred to the University College Vice-President, Learner Services, under Policy C. 21, Student Conduct for the assignment of discipline which may include suspension or expulsion from the University College.

Any student who contributes to an act of academic dishonesty by another student may face disciplinary action.

The student may appeal any decision or penalty to the Kwantlen Appeal Committee.

Obligation of the Student for Accurate Records - Address, Name and Program of Study

In order to ensure that registration materials, Tuition Fee and Education Certificates (T2202A) and other mailings reach students in a timely manner, all changes of address and/or telephone number must be reported to the Office of the Registrar. You may do this in writing using a Student Status Change Form, or using Kwantlen's on-line Web services. Kwantlen will not accept responsibility for problems caused by incorrect or out-of-date address information.

A student who changes her or his legal name subsequent to applying and being accepted at Kwantlen must officially notify the Office of the Registrar in writing and provide official documentation of the change (e.g. copy of marriage certificate). Similarly, a student who is providing documents to Kwantlen which have been issued under a previous name must also provide official documentation of the change. A Student Status Change Form may be used to notify Kwantlen.

A student who changes her or his program of studies must notify the Office of the Registrar in writing by the application deadline for the program. This will ensure that the student is classified properly and receives appropriate registration and other materials. A Program Status Change Form may be used for this purpose.

Financial Obligations of the Student

Kwantlen expects every student who receives services for which a financial obligation is incurred to meet that obligation. College staff are empowered to act in accordance with established procedures to carry out the intent of this policy and, if necessary, initiate action to ensure that collection matters are brought to a timely and satisfactory conclusion.

Admission to Kwantlen, permission to register in programs or courses, the issuing of official transcripts, the issuing of enrolment verifications and the issuing of degrees, associate degrees, diplomas, certificates or citations may be withheld for failure to meet financial obligations to Kwantlen.

Student Conduct

See policy C.21 which can be viewed at the Library or on-line.

Students must maintain an appropriate standard of conduct. They must obey the law and University College regulations, demonstrate respect for all persons on the campus, and display mature conduct. They are held responsible for their individual or collective actions.

Kwantlen must maintain an environment conducive to learning. It may require students to leave the educational setting, so as to preserve the environment or to ensure safety. Kwantlen has developed procedures that take into account the interests of all persons involved.

The Student Conduct policy addresses Kwantlen's major concerns about misconduct, disruptive behaviour and safety within the Kwantlen University College community. Faculty and staff are responsible for dealing with minor misconduct. The Vice-President, Learner Services, has the authority to respond to more serious situations. The power to suspend or expel a student from Kwantlen resides entirely with the President.