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regulations or policies. Such regulations may include, without limitation,
residence policies or the housing contract, or food service policies.
• the unauthorized entry or use of College facilities or premises. Copying keys,
unauthorized possession or use of copied master keys is prohibited
• activity that annoys, disturbs, or otherwise prevents the orderly conduct of the
residence halls, dining areas, activities, administration, or classes of Bluefield
College, including but not limited to Residence Hall Quiet Hour policies.
Off campus incidents involving Bluefield College students –
Bluefield College reserves
the right to take necessary and appropriate action to protect the safety and well-being of
the campus community and the students who compose it. It may become necessary for the
College to take appropriate actions as a result of student incidents off campus that affect the
ability for students to function well in the College community, at College sponsored events,
in the classroom, or that are in direct conflict with the unique mission of the College.
Disciplinary Program
An in-depth
Discipline Guide
detailing the judicial process at Bluefield College is
available from the Office of Student Development.
Amnesty policy –
students who are struggling with issues that violate the community
living standards are encouraged to seek support and help. Issues may include pregnancy,
drugs, alcohol, pornography, sexual relationships and homosexual tendencies. We realize
that college students may struggle with these issues and may be fearful of asking for help
because of the potential consequences. To meet that need Bluefield College has established
an Amnesty Policy. This policy allows students that want to receive help and support to
work through these issues prior to disciplinary action, and also be held accountable for such
behaviors without going through the discipline process. Students will be asked to abstain
from the behavior and to sign a behavior contract. Amnesty request may be obtained in the
office of Student Development or from the campus minister. Requests must be submitted
before any disciplinary action takes place.
The disciplinary conference - is an informal, non-adversarial, and conversational meeting
between a student and a Student Development staff member. The purpose of the meeting is
to examine the complaint, listen to the student, discuss circumstances regarding the incident,
and hear student concerns.
There are no formal charges prior to the conference. The disciplinary conference usually
results in an agreement on the level of responsibility (the “charges”) and the type of action
(sanction, educational program, or activity) that would match the level of responsibility.
Most conferences do not deal with the contested facts and will usually be resolved at the
first meeting. However, the student may have an additional three (3) working days if he/she
is unsure regarding choices. The student is encouraged to seek the assistance of an advisor
if he/she wishes. In some situations, the student may wish to have statements submitted or
additional investigations may be needed to clarify the behavior or circumstances surrounding
the complaint.
When a student leaves a conference, he/she may request a copy of the original complaint,
a written description of the charges, and an explanation of sanctions or other methods of
resolution. If the case has been resolved, the student will receive a copy of the disposition
and copies of any contracts or referral appointments. Any resolution of a Disciplinary