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AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
Providence Christian College complies with the requirements of the Americans with Disability Act (ADA 1990) specifically in the areas of housing, education, and employment. If specific accommodations are needed, the student needs to speak with the Director of Student Life before the end of orientation.
FERPA
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) was designed to transfer parental “rights” to their “adult” children when they enroll in college and, therein, protect the privacy of education records and provide guidelines for the correction of inaccurate or misleading data through informal and formal hearings (see catalog pages 38-39 for more information). Questions about FERPA should be referred to the Registrar’s Office. The College intends to uphold both the letter and spirit of FERPA, while at the same time upholding Biblical relationships and responsibilities of the family.
As general practice, the College does not inform parents and other students of disciplinary action taken toward students. However, the College encourages students to communicate openly and honestly with their parents about disciplinary matters. Even though students are legally and morally responsible for their conduct, the College also recognizes the concern of parents for the welfare of their children. Thus, the College reserves the right to notify parents under the following conditions:
• Medical treatment or psychiatric examination required to meet emergencies or to maintain one’s status as a student.
• Misconduct that is of such a nature that the student is in danger of suspension or expulsion. • Extended absence or withdrawal from the College.
Providence designates the following categories of student information as public or “directory information.” The College reserves the right to disclose such information at its discretion, unless requested not to in writing by the student. Requests are to be filed with the Registrar’s Office prior to September 15 each year, or February 1 for students entering the College in the spring semester.
• Name, address, telephone number, e-mail address, dates of attendance, class, and photograph.
• Previous institution(s) attended, major field of study, awards, scholarships, honors, and degrees
conferred (including dates).
• Past and present participation in officially recognized sports and activities, physical factors (height
and weight of athletes), date and place of birth.
• Home and local/student church membership, including church denomination.
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY
Providence Christian College does not unlawfully discriminate against anyone based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, age, military service status, physical or mental disability, and/or medical condition.
*More information relating to college policies and law compliance can be found in the student handbook online or by requesting a copy from the Director of Student Life.
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