Alcohol and Controlled Substances
Quinebaug Valley Community College is a “dry” campus and as such all alcoholic beverages are prohibited from the campus with the exception for those events where permission to have alcoholic beverages present is granted by the president.
The manufacture, distribution, sale, use, offer for sale or possession of drug paraphernalia or of any illegal drug or narcotic, including but not limited to barbiturates, hallucinogens, amphetamines, cocaine, opium, heroin, marijuana, or any other substance not chemically distinguishable from them except as authorized by a medical prescription are prohibited from the campus.
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Pandemic Disclaimer
Beginning March 2020, Connecticut along with the rest of the United States suffered the effects of the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic. Day-to-day life as it existed before the pandemic changed drastically, and individuals and institutions adapted to new practices and behaviors. Normative actions now include wearing facial masks, maintaining social distance, and working and learning remotely. Learning about and adherence to Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidance has become a way of life. As we plan for the next academic year, so much is uncertain, including the continuing threat of COVID-19.
The Connecticut State Colleges and Universities (CSCU) must adapt to meet this reality. Going forward, it is up to all of us – faculty, staff and students – to do our part to ensure our campus community stays as healthy and safe as possible. This is a shared responsibility, and every member of our community must adhere to national, state, and local health guidelines and requirements, and adhere to those measures Quinebuag Valley Community College deems safe and appropriate for the campus. This will include social distancing, wearing masks or other facial coverings, not reporting to class or work if sick, and isolating when required.
Although Quinebuag Valley Community College is readily developing a schedule of courses that include some in-class and on-ground instruction, no one knows what the future may hold. In the case of an outbreak of the coronavirus or other illness, the institutions reserve the right to adapt the format of any class to an entirely online/distance learning modality as public health conditions warrant. Such change will not result in any increase or decrease of tuition and fees. We all understand that tuition and fees are in exchange for learning, academic credit, and certain non-academic services regardless of whether taught on-ground, in a hybrid environment or entirely remotely.
Most important to CSCU and Quinebuag Valley Community College is the health, safety and welfare of every member of its community. Yet, despite campus efforts to comply with health and safety guidelines, it is not possible to guarantee a disease free environment, or to guarantee that campuses will not close and return to an online-only learning environment. These are the realities of working and learning during a pandemic. If you choose to return to campus during the pandemic, you accept that you are willing to do your part to keep the campus safe and acknowledge that you may be required to complete your course work in an evolving or remote learning environment.
Vaccines are no longer mandated for students or employees beginning with the summer semester. However, individuals are encouraged to be vaccinated and to get booster shots as recommended to protect their own health. CSCU reserves the right to revisit this should local health conditions change on the campuses.
For the most up to date information on policies and procedures relating to COVID-19, please visit https://www.ct.edu/covid19#faqs
Computer Labs
Full access to computer lab services is only available to registered QVCC students. Users are asked to enter and exit the lab through room E188. Students may use the lab according to priority of need. Students not doing academic work may be asked by a lab assistant to give up use of a computer for a student doing academic work. A student may also be asked to move because another student needs to use a computer with specialized programs or a scanner installed on it.
Hours
Monday – Friday 8:30 am - 3 pm
Saturday & Sunday Closed
Pets
With the exception of trained assistance animals, pets are not permitted on College grounds and facilities.
Traffic Regulations
Parking is permitted in designated areas only. Restrictions will be enforced. Parking areas are for bona fide campus visitors.
Safety and Security
Quinebaug Valley Community College herein complies with the State of Connecticut’s Campus Safety Act, Public Act 90-259, which mandates the annual publication of a Uniform Campus Crime Report, and establishes a process for raising awareness of safety on college campuses. Broader awareness of campus safety issues and procedures at QVCC is the first step toward improving the security of students and staff. The Uniform Campus Crime Report is available on the college website. See the appendix for additional information.
QVCC employs professional security staff that monitor the campus environment in both Danielson and Willimantic. Additionally, security surveillance camers are located throughout the Danielson facility and are monitored by security in an effort to ensure safety.
Student Safety Responsibilities
In order to assist the college in its efforts to maintain a safe environment, the college relies on the awareness and involvement of the faculty, staff and student body. Staff and students alike must assume responsibility for their own personal safety and the security of personal property. This can be done by applying some simple, common sense rules such as:
- Lock vehicles when leaving it unattended.
- Do not leave valuable items in vehicles in plain view. Lock them in the trunk.
- When walking to a vehicle, walk with others.
- Have keys ready when returning to vehicle.
- Do not leave belongings unattended.
- Do not give personal information to strangers.
- If a crime is committed, report it to the college at once.
Other Emergency information is included in the booklet, “QVCC Employee/Student Emergency Guidebook” available from the dean of administration.
Security Regulations
The State Police, located less than one mile from the campus, also patrol the grounds and respond to emergency calls. On the Danielson campus, students, faculty, and staff should notify the dean of administration or dean of students about situations that might jeopardize safety on campus. At the Willimantic Center, contact the director. All motor vehicle laws and the Connecticut General Statutes will be enforced.
Fire Emergency
Emergency fire alarms are located in the campus building. Should a fire occur in the building, everyone is to evacuate the premises immediately. Please dial 911 for any fire emergency.
Sexual Harassment
Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is illegal under state and federal law and is also prohibited by the ConnSCU Board of Regents Non-Discrimination Policy. The Board’s policy recognizes that sexual harassment undermines the integrity of employer-employee and student-faculty-staff relationships and interferes with the right of all members of the College community to work and learn in an environment free from harassment. Such conduct will not be tolerated. Please contact any of the following with concerns: Debi Freund, Manager of Diversity and Inclusion; dfreund@mcc.commnet.edu; 860-512-3107, or Joesph Cullen, Dean of Academic Affairs and Student Services; Room E229A; jcullen@qvcc.commnet.edu.
Smoking
As of January 1, 2017, Quinebaug Valley Community College’s Danielson campus is tobacco- and vape-free. Smoking/vaping is prohibited on all campus property, including all indoor and outdoor space of the College and Quinebaug Middle College, and inside all vehicles.
The policy applies to any individual on campus property, including but not limited to students, employees, contractors, subcontractors, volunteers, visitors, and members of the public.
Littering of any smoking product or any other waste product on College property is prohibited.
Smoking (burning, inhaling, or exhaling) includes:
• Cigarettes
• Cigars
• Electronic cigarettes
• Pipes
• Any other smoking equipment, or drug paraphernalia, whether filled with tobacco
or any other type of material
Violation may result in monetary fines issued by QVCC’s security officers and/or disciplinary action by the appropriate administrative office.
In adopting this policy, QVCC remains committed to providing a healthy learning and working environment for its students and employees and comports with the goals outlined in the Climate Action Plan.
Student Insurance
All students are automatically covered by a school-time only accident insurance plan. They are eligible to subscribe to the optional 24-hour accident and sickness plan. Students may enroll their dependents in the optional accident and sickness plan.
Brochures and enrollment cards detailing both automatic and optional coverage are available in the Business Office in Danielson and at the front desk in Willimantic, as well as from United Healthcare Student Resources (select Connecticut Community-Technical Colleges).
Weather Closings
Students are encouraged to call the weather hotline instead of contacting the college directly. All weather related information can be accessed at this number. Students are also able to access the following options regarding weather related announcements, delays, cancellations or closings.
Mycommnnet Text Alerts
Students may log into their myCommnet account and sign up for myCommnet ALERT, to receive text messages regarding college closings.
QVCC Weather Hotline
(860) 932-4901
QVCC Website
www.QVCC.edu
Television Station
NBC Connecticut Channel 30 (WVIT)
Eyewitness News Channel 3 (WFSB)
Radio Stations
AM: WINY 1350, WILI 1400, WICH 1310, WTIC 1080
FM: WZMX 93.7, WTIC 96.5, WCTY 97.7, I98 98.3, WNLC 98.7, WRCH 100.5, WKNL 100.9
QVCC does not have the same operating schedule as the local public school systems. Students are advised to anticipate college closing with prior arrangement for child care of transportation.
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