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Student Handbook

Student Handbook
Student Government Association (SGA)
Code of Conduct
Student Technology Fee
Technology Resources Statement
Student Grievance Policy
Student General Policies

It is a great pleasure for me to serve as your Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic & Student Affairs. The faculty, staff, and administration at Northshore Technical Community College (NTCC) are truly invested in your success, and we are thrilled you have decided to become a part of the NTCC Gator family. This student handbook will serve as a guide to help you navigate the policies and regulations at NTCC. It provides you with procedures for various processes and highlights resources that will be beneficial to you during your time at NTCC. Dr. Frank Fudesco, Dean of Students, and the Student Affairs Division is here to meet the needs of our NTCC community. Please do not hesitate to contact the student affairs team on your campus if you have any questions about the policies and procedures outlined in this handbook. We desire that you become active and involved at NTCC, and we hope that your time with us is memorable and beneficial. Welcome to the Gator Family!  

Daniel Roberts, PhD
Provost and Vice Chancellor of Academic & Student Affairs

As a student at Northshore Technical Community College, you have a crucial role in the college community. You are a beneficiary of the experiences and contributions of those who paved the way before you, and it is your responsibility to actively shape the identity and direction of NTCC today. Most importantly, you are a key caretaker of NTCC’s future, influencing how it evolves and grows. Together, we are not just changing lives; we are forging futures.

Dr. Frank Fudesco, NTCC Dean of Students

Equal Opportunity Statement

NTCC is an equal opportunity institution and is dedicated to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment or training. Qualified students, applicants, or employees will not be excluded from any course or activity because of age, race, creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or antisemitism. All students have equal rights to counseling and training. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding these nondiscrimination policies:

Frank Fudesco, Ed.D.
Dean of Students & Title IX Coordinator
Phone: (985) 545-1239
Email: frankfudesco@northshorecollege.edu

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STUDENT RIGHTS

Northshore Technical Community College (NTCC) is committed to maintaining a safe, inclusive, and productive learning environment. As a member of the NTCC community, you are entitled to specific rights designed to protect your educational journey and personal dignity.

1. Right to Non-Discrimination and Equal Access

You have the right to fair and equal treatment in all college programs, activities, and admissions. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment based on:

  • Race, color, and national origin.

  • Sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy or parenting status (protected under Title IX).

  • Religion, creed, or political affiliation.

  • Age, disability/handicap, or veteran status.

  • Genetic information or any other protected status under federal or state law.

2. Right to Freedom of Expression and Assembly

The College protects your right to free inquiry and expression. This includes:

  • Speech and Assembly: The right to examine and discuss questions of interest and to support causes through orderly assembly, provided it does not disrupt college operations. (refer to Campus Free Expression Policy -SA-007)

  • Student Media: The right to "freedom of the press" in student-led publications, provided they adhere to responsible journalism standards (avoiding defamation, obscenity, or plagiarism).

  • Student Organizations: The right to form and participate in clubs and democratic student governance (SGA) that enhance educational and social enrichment.

3. Rights in the Learning Environment

To ensure academic success, you are entitled to:

  • Quality Instruction: The right to expect a quality education and reasonable access to faculty, staff, and academic resources.

  • Academic Freedom: The right to a learning environment that encourages the free exchange of ideas and the freedom to learn without interference.

  • Clear Expectations: The right to receive clear information regarding course requirements, grading policies, and degree completion standards.

4. Right to Privacy (FERPA)

Under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), you have the right to:

  • Review and inspect your official educational records.

  • Request amendments to records you believe are inaccurate.

  • Control the disclosure of personally identifiable information, except where law or policy allows otherwise.

  • File a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education regarding alleged failures to comply with FERPA.

5. Right to Due Process

If you are accused of violating the Student Code of Conduct, you are guaranteed procedural due process, which includes:

  • Notice: The right to receive written notice of specific charges and the policies allegedly violated.

  • Presumption of Innocence: The right to be presumed "not responsible" until proven otherwise by a preponderance of the evidence.

  • Fair Hearing: The right to a hearing where you may present evidence, call witnesses, and be accompanied by one advisor.

  • Appeals: The right to appeal a disciplinary decision based on procedural errors, new evidence, or disproportionate sanctions.

6. Right to Safety and Support

  • Freedom from Violence: The right to an environment free from physical abuse, threats, hazing, and sexual violence (including dating violence and stalking).

  • Interim Measures: The right to request reasonable interim protection (such as schedule changes or "no contact" orders) during a conduct investigation.

  • Confidentiality: The right to utilize confidential advisors for support in matters of power-based violence.