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Students at Nassau Community College assume an obligation to conduct themselves in a manner compatible with the function of the College as an educational institution. Each student should be familiar with the College Catalog, which contains all rules and regulations of the College and is a binding contract with the student. By enrolling at the College, students agree to abide by the Rules and Regulations of the Student Code of Conduct developed in part by the students of the institution and endorsed by the Academic Senate, the College administration, and the Board of Trustees.

Fundamental Fairness Rights of Students Accused of Violating the Code of Conduct

  1. To be afforded a fair and timely hearing, including the opportunity to challenge the impartiality of the hearing officer or committee members prior to the beginning of the hearing;
  2. To have notice of the accusations;
  3. To have the opportunity to question witnesses and evidence presented;
  4. To have adequate time to prepare and present a defense;
  5. To receive in writing the disposition of the case and sanctions.;
  6. To appeal based upon procedures in this Code;
  7. To be afforded confidentiality to the extent permitted by law;
  8. To remain silent with no inference of guilt;
  9. To waive any of these rights.

Fundamental Fairness Rights of Alleged Victims

  1. To be afforded the opportunity to challenge the impartiality of the hearing officer or committee members prior to the beginning of the hearing;
  2. To have adequate time to prepare for hearings and interviews;
  3. To have the opportunity to question witnesses and evidence presented;
  4. To receive in writing specific information on the disposition of the case and sanctions;
  5. To appeal based upon procedures in this Code;
  6. To be afforded confidentiality to the extent permitted by law;
  7. 7. To submit an impact statement to the Assistant or Associate
  8. Dean of Students and/or hearing committee;
  9. To waive any of these rights.

Sexual Harassment Policy

The College’s complete Bias and Discrimination Policy, as well as the Complaint Procedures for Bringing Allegations of Discrimination or Harassment , can be found on the College website, within the section entitled “Administrative Policy Manual”, available here. Hard copies can also be picked up from the Affirmative Action Office.

Affirmation Action Officer/Section 504 Coordinator
516.572.7747, Tower 818