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Student Advisory
Board
The Student Advisory Board (SAB) consists of representatives nominated and
elected by students. The SAB consists of four officers: president, vice
president, secretary, and treasurer. One elected representative from each
curriculum, and the presidents from registered clubs and honor societies on
campus serve as advisory board members. The SAB is an organization committed
to providing services and activities for students that promote and enhance
the total growth and development of students.
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Campus Organizations
These organizations are recognized by the Student Services Division:
(1) Student Advisory Board
(2) Phi Beta Lambda
(3) Phi Theta Kappa
(4) Society of Future Radiologic Technologists
(5) The Organization of Associate Degree Student Nurses
(6) Future Practical Nurses’ Club
(7) OCtech Association for the Education of Young Children
(8) International Association for Administrative Professionals
(9) Campus Crusades for Christ
(10) Creative Writing Club
(11) The International Club
(12) Students in Free Enterprise
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Campus Visits
Visitors are always welcome at OCtech. The College encourages each student
to invite relatives and friends to visit the campus. From time to time,
important visitors are accompanied through the College by college officials.
These guests often include friends of the College, prospective employers of
students, governmental figures or industrial prospects. Instructors and
students should continue their work without obvious concern when these
guests visit classes.
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Vehicle
Registration
Student vehicles on College property must be registered. Vehicles should be
registered at the time of class registration. Registration during the
semester may be processed at the Information Desk in the Student and
Community Life Center.
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Inclement
Weather Policy
If ice, snow or other inclement weather conditions force the closing of the
College, public announcements will be made over local radio and television
stations. An appropriate message will also be recorded, in lieu of the usual
greeting on the College’s main telephone number. If a closing announcement
is not made, then the College is open.
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Student Handbook
During the orientation period, each student receives a student handbook
which contains information that will be helpful in aiding students to adjust
to all facets of college life. The student is responsible for apprising
himself/herself of regulations contained in the Handbook. Student Handbooks
may also be obtained from the Student Services Office in the Student and
Community Life Center.
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College Use of
Student/Faculty/Staff Photographs
It is the College’s practice to take photographs of students, faculty and
staff around campus and/or at college-related activities for use in various
college publications, including use on the OCtech website. If the
individuals in the photograph(s) are to be identified by name, or if the
photograph(s) is posed rather than spontaneous, permission from the
individual(s) will be obtained prior to use of the photograph(s) in the
above-mentioned circumstances.
If any individual does not wish to have his/her photograph(s) used in any
identifiable manner, every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate
that request provided the individual submits written notice of such a
request to:
Public Relations Coordinator
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College
3250 St. Matthews Road
Orangeburg, SC 29118-8299
For use in making such a request, the individual should use a form entitled,
Notice of Preference as to College Use of Photographs, which may be obtained
at the Information Desk in the Student and Community Life Center.
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Student
Responsibilities
(1) It is essential that all students realize that industrial apparatus and
materials in shops and labs are required.
(2) The posted speed limit governs campus driving. Pedestrians have the
right-of-way at all times. In the event of an accident, students should
immediately report the incident to security personnel.
(3) Each student is responsible for information published through notices,
announcements, and mailings each term.
(4) Students should enter faculty and business offices and storerooms only
when authorized by faculty or staff personnel.
(5) Only in case of emergency will students be called out of class for
telephone calls. No calls may be placed by students on office phones.
(6) A student taking credit for work other than his or her own is subject to
disciplinary action and alteration of grades.
(7) Students should keep cars locked at all times. The College does not
assume
responsibility for stolen articles.
(8) Individuals wishing to place notices on campus must have approval of the
Student Advisory Board or the Vice President of Student Services.
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Academic Student Conduct
OCtech students are considered to be mature individuals, whose conduct is
expected to be dignified and honorable. It is the student’s responsibility
to remember that his or her actions directly affect the reputation of the
College. Common courtesy and cooperation should be part of the student’s
daily living habits.
Student conduct, both at the College and off campus, must reflect that of a
good citizen. Dishonesty is considered a serious offense. Dishonesty in any
form will result in severe disciplinary action. Any activities that may be
considered detrimental to the mission of the College may be cause for
dismissal, subject to the discretion of the Vice President for Academic
Affairs or the Vice President of Student Services.
OCtech reserves the right, in the interest of its students, to decline
admission, suspend or require the withdrawal of a student for any reason
deemed to be in the interest of OCtech.
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Academic Honesty/Dishonesty
No form of dishonesty (copying another’s work, using “crib sheets,”
plagiarism, etc.) will be tolerated. Students who are dishonest will be
subject to disciplinary action by the instructor and the College.
Students are reminded when preparing written assignments to always identify
direct quotations from another’s work by quotation marks and a footnote. If
summarizing or rephrasing, students should include the footnote, without
quotation marks. All sources consulted in preparation of the assignment
should be listed in the bibliography.
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Alcohol/Drugs
The sale, possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages and/or narcotics,
hallucinogens, stimulants, marijuana and/or any illegal substances is
specifically prohibited. Violations will be reported to the proper law
enforcement officials for prosecution. Those prosecuted will be subject to
the courts of the State of South Carolina. No one under the influence of
alcohol or other drugs will be allowed to attend class or to remain on the
campus.
No alcoholic beverages are to be served or consumed at any student function
on or off campus. This includes club, departmental and class activities such
as meetings, field trips, picnics, parties, and similar activities.
Individuals who experience alcohol/drug dependency are encouraged to seek
assistance through the Student Services counseling staff or other community
counseling agencies.
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Smoking
In accordance with SC law and policies approved by the Area Commission,
smoking is not permitted inside any building on campus. Anyone who smokes
while in the corridors and on campus is requested to discard all cigarette
remains in the receptacles located throughout the campus.
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Firearms
Firearms are prohibited on any portion of the campus. The only exception
applies to law enforcement personnel. Possession of a firearm on the College
grounds is a felony punishable by a fine of up to $5000 and/or five years’
imprisonment and possible expulsion from the College.
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Electronic Communications Devices
Before entering any OCtech building or classroom, all students, staff and
visitors are required to use the silent mode on all electronic devices
(pagers, cellular phones, etc.). Devices unequipped with a silent mode
should be turned off before entering these areas.
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Services for Students with Learning and Physical
Disabilities
Orangeburg-Calhoun Technical College complies fully with section 504 of the
1973 Vocational Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disability Act.
Moreover, the College is committed to making all program services and
college activities accessible to all students. Students with physical
disabilities who require special assistance for registration, class
attendance, or parking, should contact the Coordinator for Students with
Disabilities in the Student Services Office.
Students who have a documented learning disability or a documented
disability that interferes with cognitive performance and who require
special accommodations should also contact the Coordinator for Students with
Disabilities. Students must reveal their documented disability and the need
for special accommodations. Students should note that the request for
special accommodations must occur at least (30 days) prior to the
commencement of the semester for which accommodations are needed; failure to
do so may result in a delay in accommodational services.
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Safety
Safety should be a part of a student’s education at OCtech. Instructors and
students in all programs should constantly stress safety. In the event of an
accident, students should inform the instructor immediately so that a
complete report may be made to the Student Services Division (EXT. 1222) and
the Office of the Chief Business Officer (EXT. 1205).
The following procedure is to be followed in case of an accident causing
injury:
(1) Notify instructor immediately.
(2) If there is a serious accident, dial 911 and make a report without
delay.
(3) Do not move the victim unless absolutely necessary, and then only with
extreme care.
(4) Remain with the victim until he/she is under care of the instructor,
medical
personnel or other responsible person.
(5) Students are not to be given any internal medication. First aid is to be
limited to providing comfort while awaiting medical personnel.
(6) Take steps to prevent any reoccurrence of accidents.
(7) GOOD SAFETY PRACTICES CALL FOR PREVENTION, NOT TREATMENT OF ACCIDENT
VICTIMS.
Other Emergency Situations
In case of fire: Call 911 or 535-1336.
To evacuate a building: Pull the handle of a fire alarm box; there is one
located near the outside door of each building. Fire alarm boxes alert and
warn persons nearby but are NOT connected to the fire station.
In case of a minor accident: administer first aid, and then notify the
Business Office and the Student Services Office.
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Student Insurance
Every precaution possible is taken to ensure the safety of students
throughout the College; however, all curriculum students are provided with a
limited amount of accident insurance coverage. Students receive coverage
through the College, as the premium cost is included in the student’s
tuition and fees. This insurance covers the student while he/she is on
school property attending regularly scheduled classes, or while on a
college-sponsored trip. Absence from the College premises during the day,
such as during the lunch hour, is not covered.
A student injured while on campus or a college-related activity should
instruct the physician or emergency room staff that he/she is covered under
student insurance and to send itemized statements of all charges to the
Office of Business Affairs, 3250 St. Matthews Road, Orangeburg, SC 29118.
The student is required to go by the Business Affairs Office in Building A
to sign an insurance form in order for the claim to be submitted.
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Health and Medical Services
The Regional Medical Center of Orangeburg and Calhoun Counties (TRMC) is
conveniently located adjacent to the campus. Its emergency room is available
and staffed 24 hours a day. Students needing medical attention are referred
to the hospital. Ambulance service is available when required at the
student’s expense.
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