VCOM College Catalog and Student Handbook

VCOM does not allow denim-jeans, of any color; flip-flops; casual sandals, t-shirts; tank tops, halter tops, sweatshirts/hoodies; men’s shirts without a collar; shirts with unprofessional writing; shorts; hats, or other such casual dress. Attire should not look like cocktail, party, or picnic attire. No tennis shoes are allowed unless pre approved by the precepting faculty. In the laboratories and patient care areas, OSHA regulations prohibit open toed shoes; therefore, for purposes of safety, students must wear closed-toe shoes in these areas. Students dressing inappropriately may be sent home with an unexcused absence requiring remediation. Repeated episodes may result in the problem being referred to the Professional and Ethical Standards Board. Fundraising All fundraising endeavors by students for student organizations or for any other purpose must have prior approval by the Associate Dean for Student Affairs. No student may sign any contract or make any commitment on behalf of VCOM or represent himself or herself as a VCOM student while fundraising unless such events have been approved by the Associate Dean for Student Affairs. Students may not use the VCOM name, logo or likeness in any official capacity or on printed merchandise or documents without approval from the Associate Dean for Student Affairs and the Vice President for Marketing and Development. Information Technology and Copyright Students at VCOM must observe the rights and privileges of copyright holders, obey the United States Copyright Act, and honor the integrity of the internal network systems of Virginia Tech and other affiliated network systems. Any intentional misuse of the information technology system will result in loss of privileges and may result in a behavioral sanction. Student Internet and email access on all campuses is monitored for student downloads of shared files such as music, videos, etc. which is in violation of copyright laws and is done by federal, state and local agencies. If a student is reported to VCOM as having performed an illegal download, the student will be issued a warning and be required to present their computer to the IT Department staff who will verify shared/copyright questionable files are removed. A second violation will result in an honor code reporting plus temporary loss of computer access privileges of up to seven days. Students need to be diligent to not violate digital and non-digital copyright laws. If a student loses their computer access, they may not be able to complete their academic requirements, which could jeopardize their continued progress at VCOM. Click the following link to see the policy on the VCOM Policy on the Use and Misuse of Digital Copyrighted Materials, which are also distributed to all faculty, staff and students annually. Publications and Media Relations The printing, distribution of publications, or the use of the name of the institution by students, faculty, or staff requires approval of the Provost. Student publication requests may be submitted to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs. Please submit requests 14 days in advance. Requests for the use of Virginia Tech, Auburn University, or the University of Louisiana Monroe’s logos (including the university’s mascot images) must also be made through these same channels and may require a longer lead time. Since those logos are the copyright of those schools, approval is less likely to be granted. VCOM’s name, logo or seal may not be used, amended, or altered without approval of the VCOM’s Director of Website and Publications. Social Media Policy The VCOM Policy on Social Media Usage is to provide clarification on how to best enhance and protect personal and professional reputations as well as intellectual property of VCOM’s students, faculty, and staff when participating in the social media environment. This policy defines the rules and procedures for the use of official college social media sites to ensure that college-sponsored social media is both legal and in compliance with college

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