2018-2019
2023-2024
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EAST GREENWICH CAMPUS
ONE NEW ENGLAND TECH BLVD
EAST GREENWICH, RI 02818
JULIAN B. GOUSE CAMPUS
2500 POST ROAD
WARWICK, RI 02886
ACCESS ROAD CAMPUS
106 ACCESS ROAD
WARWICK, RI 02886
401-739-5000 • 800-736-7744
NEIT@NEIT.EDU
NOTE: This Student Handbook, along with the NEIT Catalog, as updated from time to time, contains important
information on university policies, rules and regulations. It is the student’s responsibility to review these two
publications. Please note that some programs may have handbooks and/or other documents that have additional
information specific to their respective programs. The most recent version of the Student Handbook is available on the
NEIT Student Website:
https://students.neit.edu
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NEIT reserves the right to change, add to, delete from, modify, amend or supersede any of the provisions in this
Handbook at any time without advance notice. This document is not a contract or an offer of a contract.
new england
institute of technology
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Statement of Mission and Objectives
The mission of New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) is to provide specialized undergraduate and graduate degree and certificate
programs which prepare students for professional and technical careers. Through the combination of professional and technical courses
and an integrated liberal arts core, academic programs emphasize the relevance of continuous learning to personal and professional
growth. Upon successful completion, graduates are prepared to enter the workforce or to continue their education. As an extension of
the primary mission, NEIT offers the opportunity to pursue professional and technological studies to satisfy personal interests.
As an institution primarily devoted to teaching, NEIT provides opportunities for students from diverse educational backgrounds and
with varying levels of ability to study in a variety of technological fields.
NEIT’s objectives are to:
1. offer technology programs that meet the career-oriented needs of students and to assist each student in identifying and
developing a career path of interest.
2. stress the relationship between theoretical knowledge and practical application.
3. provide a laboratory approach, which prepares students for business and industry.
4. enable students to develop skills in writing, oral communication, and team building.
5. use innovative learning approaches to help each student realize his or her academic potential.
6. help students to develop skills in problem solving and in thinking logically, flexibly, and critically.
7. foster the student’s potential to contribute to and participate in a rapidly changing technological society.
8. provide a campus climate where our diverse student population is encouraged to respect the value of all people and to deal with
social issues and responsibilities as members of our campus community and society.
9. encourage students to develop pride in the quality of their work.
10. create an appreciation for both the importance and joy of learning.
11. be environmentally responsible in the development and maintenance of its campus and to include environmentally responsible
technologies in its curriculum.
Nondiscrimination Statement
New England Institute of Technology admits qualified students of any race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, age, or disability to all the rights and privileges, programs and activities generally accorded
or made available to students at the university. New England Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or any other criterion specified
by federal, state or local laws, in the administration of its admissions, employment, and educational policies or scholarship, loan, athletic
and other school- administered programs.
The university has designated Scott Freund, Executive Vice President, to coordinate the university’s efforts to comply with Title IX of
the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and other laws, orders and regulations governing
discrimination. Any questions or concerns regarding state or federal laws related to discrimination should be directed to Scott Freund at
One New England Tech Blvd., East Greenwich, RI 02818; Tel. 401-739-5000; email
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Individuals with disabilities who seek reasonable accommodations or information concerning accommodations should contact NEIT’s
504 Coordinator, Scott Freund at One New England Tech Blvd., East Greenwich, RI; Tel. 401-739-5000; email
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The faculty strive to instill in their students
the belief that knowledge coupled with
experience leads to wisdom, and
that education does not end
with a degree, but continues
throughout one’s lifetime. In
the process, NEIT graduates
may discover the joy to
be found in learning, the
hallmark of an educated
person.
Definition
of
an
Educated
Person
The New England Institute of Technology philosophy of education, described in the
NEIT catalog in the section “Educational Philosophy,” is embraced firmly by faculty
and staff. This philosophy is guided and sustained by the NEIT Statement of Mission
and Objectives. It is intrinsic to the culture of the university and it is manifest in how
and what the faculty teach and in what they expect of NEIT graduates as educated
persons.
NEIT’s graduates achieve technical competence, and develop the values and standards
of professional and ethical behavior that can serve them well in both the workplace and
in our democratic society. These values include responsible citizenship, an appreciation
of and respect for cultural diversity, and an informed worldview.
NEIT anticipates that its graduates know how to observe and to read carefully, to
analyze and evaluate facts and ideas, to reach valid and well-supported conclusions,
and to com- municate clearly. The university expects also that its graduates appreciate
other fields of knowledge - science, the arts and humanities, and the social sciences –
and that they are able to integrate what they have learned from these subjects within
their technical fields.
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Student Services ................................................................................ 13
Academic Skills Center ................................................................ 14
Bookstore .......................................................................... 15
Career
Services
Office
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Department of Public Safety ............................................................. 18
Department
of
Technical
Services
Help
Desk
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FinancialAidOfce ................................................................... 20
Fitness Center ........................................................................ 21
Library
&
Information
Commons
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Office
of
Residence
Life
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Off-Campus Housing .............................................................. 23
Office
of
Student
Activities
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Student Clubs .................................................................... 24
Student Advisory Council ........................................................... 24
Esports
Center ................................................................... 24
Intramurals ...................................................................... 25
Office of Student Support Services and Student Success Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Student Advising ................................................................. 27
Counseling ...................................................................... 27
Re-
Enrollment .................................................................... 28
OfceofTea ch i n g andLearning
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Registrar’s
Office
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Student Accounts Department ........................................................... 30
Academic Policies and Procedures
Academic Integrity Policy ............................................................... 32
Academic Probation and Dismissal ........................................................ 34
AcademicRegulations ................................................................ 35
Admission to Degree Programs ........................................................... 36
Auditing a Course ..................................................................... 36
Table of Contents (use keyword to search for a topic)
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Challenge Exam/Portfolio Review Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Change of Grades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Class Attendance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Course Registration – Drop and Add Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Dean’s List and Honors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Electronic Devices in Classroom Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
English and Math Course Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Grade Point Average . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Internship and Clinical Experience Courses Registration Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Intersession Courses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Liberal Arts Distribution Requirement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Mid-Term Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Non-Matriculated Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Portfolio Review Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Required Levels of Academic Achievement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Transfer of Credit Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
University Policies and Procedures
Accommodation Requests for Students with Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Alcohol and Drug Amnesty Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Alcohol Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Animals on Campus Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Children on Campus Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Communicable Diseases (Including COVID-19) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Drug Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Elevators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Hazing Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Notification of Student Rights to Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Policy Against Unlawful Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Complaint Resolution and Disciplinary Procedures for Incidents of Unlawful Harassment,
Discrimination and Retaliation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
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Refund Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Right to Search Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Smoking Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Social Media Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Solicitation Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Student Assembly Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Student Conduct Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Student Conflict Resolution Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Student Health Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Summary of Civil and Criminal Penalties for Violation of Federal Copyright Laws . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Title IX Reporting, Investigation and Grievance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Weapons Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Written Information Security Policy (WISP) – Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Campus Safety and Security Procedures
Campus Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Emergency Response and Evacuation Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
Fire Safety Procedures and Emergency Action Plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
Additional Information
Bulletin Boards and Posting of Materials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
Cancellation of Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Change of Address or Telephone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Class Times and Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88
Completing Degree Requirements on Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Computer Labs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89
Consecutive Class Absences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Department Chairs/Coordinators and Email Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90
Emergency Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91
Identification Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Loss or Breakage of NEIT Equipment or Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Personal Property . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
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Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92
Reporting Student Injuries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Student Email . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93
Student Project Vehicles and Personal Property . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Student Rights and Responsibilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Transportation Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94
Vehicles on Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95
Vending Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Residence Life Policies and Procedures
Abandoned Property . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96
Accommodation Requests for Students with Disabilities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See page 46
Accommodation Requests – Single Rooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97
Alcohol and Drug Amnesty Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See page 48
Alcohol Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See page 48
Animals on Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See page 48
Confiscation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Consolidations and Vacancies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Cooking and Kitchen Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98
Communicable Diseases (Including COVID-19) Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See Page 50
Damages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Drug Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See page 50
Elevators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See page 51
Fire Safety Policy for Resident Students . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99
Furniture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103
Guests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 104
Hall Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Health and Safety Inspections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Housing Contracts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Housing Deposits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
Housing Withdrawals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
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Identification Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See page 92
Immediate Interim Housing Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Interruption of Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 106
Lockouts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Mailroom Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
Meal Plans . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Missing Student Notification Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 108
Policy Against Unlawful Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See Page 54
Quiet Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109
Refund Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See page 57
Residence Hall Security Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109
Right of Entry Into Residence Hall Rooms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110
Right to Search . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See page 58
Room Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Room Occupancy: Arrivals, Departures and Break Periods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111
Room Personalization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Room Selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112
Sanitation and Hygiene . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113
Smoking Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See page 58
Solicitation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See page 59
Student Conduct Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See page 60
Student Health Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See page 69
Title IX Reporting, Investigation and Grievance Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See Page 69
Transportation Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See page 94
Vehicles on Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .See page 95
Campus Maps ..................................................................................114
University Calendars ............................................................................117
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For Information or Concerns, Contact:*
Absence from School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instructor/Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Academic Dismissal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office of Teaching and Learning/Student Advisor
Academic Policies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office of Teaching and Learning
Academic Support-Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Academic Skills Center
Accidents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instructor/Fiscal Office (Business Office-after hours**)
Accident Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fiscal Office (Business Office - after hours**)
Accommodations (requests for the classroom) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Accommodations (requests for the residence hall) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor
Adding Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Registrar’s Office/Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Administrative Names and Titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NEIT Catalog
Alcohol Concerns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator/Counselor
Apparel (NEIT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bookstore
Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bookstore
Calendar, Student . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Website/Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Catalog (NEIT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Challenge Exams:
Liberal Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Department Chair - Humanities and Social Sciences, Math
Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Department Chair of Program
Change of Address, Phone, Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Web for Students/ Registrar’s Office
Change of Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Complaint Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Commencement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator/Career Services
Computers/Software for Student Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Library/Open Computer Labs
Copy Machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Library
* In those cases where more than one office is involved, the first one to contact is listed first. For
information regarding location and duties of the offices listed, please refer to the section pertaining to
these offices in this Handbook.
** “After hours” refers to any time after which the other offices are closed, yet the university remains open.
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Course Descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .NEIT Catalog/Web for Students
Course Overload . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Department Chair
COVID Related Questions or Concerns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Email
Credits Toward Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Credits, Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office of Teaching and Learning
Criminal Actions (Reporting) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Department of Public Safety
Curriculum Changes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Curriculum Information . . . . . . . . . . . NEIT Catalog/Web for Students/Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Degree Audit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Degree Eligibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Degree Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . Web for Students/NEIT Catalog/Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Disability Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Dropping Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Drug Concerns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator/ Department of Public Safety
Emergencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .911/Department of Public Safety
Employment, University Work Study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Financial Aid Office
Employment, Full- and Part -Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Career Services Office
English Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Academic Skills Center
English-as-a-Second Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Academic Skills Center
Enrollment Verification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Registrar’s Office/Web for Students
Emergency Evacuation Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Posted in Classrooms and Labs
Esports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Office of Student Activities
Evening Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Business Office/Admissions Office
Faculty (to contact) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office of Teaching and Learning
Faculty Names and Titles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NEIT Catalog/Office of Teaching and Learning
Failure of Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Accounts Department
Financial Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Financial Aid Office
First Aid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instructor/Department of Public Safety
Fitness Center Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fitness Center/Student Website
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Grades, Questions Regarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instructor/Registrar’s Office
Graduation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator/Career Services
Grants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Financial Aid Office
Health Insurance (Resident Students, International Students) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Accounts Department
Honors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Registrar’s Office
Honor Societies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office of Teaching and Learning
Housing Assistance (Off-campus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office of Residence Life
Housing Assistance (On-campus) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office of Residence Life
I.D. Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Department of Public Safety
Immunization Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Admissions Office
Intramurals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Office of Student Activities
Liberal Arts Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Loans, Student . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Financial Aid Office
Lost and Found . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Department of Public Safety
Magazines, Periodicals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Library
Math Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Academic Skills Center
Newspapers, Daily . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Library
Parking Stickers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Department of Public Safety
Password for NEIT electronic resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Help Desk
Payment, Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Business Office (Admissions Office-after hours)
Payment Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Accounts Department
Personal Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Reading Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Academic Skills Center
Refunds, Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Accounts Department
Registration for Courses . . . . . . .Web for Students/Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator/Registrar’s Office
Repeating Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Rights to Privacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Registrar’s Office/Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Security Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Department of Public Safety
Schedule, Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Web for Students/Registrar’s Office
School Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Bookstore
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Sexual Harassment, Sexual Assault . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Title IX Coordinator
Student Advisory Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Office of Student Activities
Student Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Office of Student Activities
Student Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Registrar’s Office
Study Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Academic Skills Center
Suggestions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Suggestion Box on Student Website
Textbooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bookstore/Library
Time Management Skills . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Academic Skills Center
Transcripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Registrar’s Office
Transfer of Credit-Earned at Other Institutions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Office of Teaching and Learning
Transfer to Another Academic Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Transportation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Department of Public Safety
Tuition Payment Questions/Problems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Accounts Department
Tutoring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Instructor/Academic Skills Center
Vending Machines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . See Page 90
Veterans Affairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Financial Aid Office
WiFi Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Help Desk
Withdrawal from a Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator
Work Study Positions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Financial Aid Office
Writing Skills, Tutoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Academic Skills Center
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Student Services
NEIT’s Quality Service Statement, Philosophy Statement and Ethical Standards guide NEIT employees in their
efforts to assist our students in achieving their educational goals.
QUALITY SERVICE
Quality Service for students, employees and customers at New England Institute of Technology is knowledgeable
and informed employees working as a team to provide more assistance and information than expected, in a
caring and professional manner, in order to empower the students to achieve their goals.
PHILOSOPHY STATEMENT
Student services at New England Institute of Technology are premised on the recognition that NEIT’s diverse
student body represents individuals with various educational backgrounds and varying levels of ability. Guided
by the principles of quality service and student retention, while fostering a community of mutual respect,
services are provided by supportive, caring professionals who understand the importance of assisting students in
achieving their goals of completing their educational programs. By addressing each student’s individual needs,
we encourage and assist each student to acquire the skills and abilities to be successful at NEIT as well as in the
workplace.
ETHICAL STANDARDS
Student services at NEIT are delivered with the professional integrity of service providers who believe in the
worth of every student, have respect for individual differences and diversity, and are dedicated to assisting all
students to achieve their educational goals.
• Service providers will treat all students with fairness, respect and dignity.
• Service providers will respond to student needs and requests in a timely manner.
• Service providers will work cooperatively with faculty and other staff with the common goal of student
success.
• Service providers will fulfill the responsibilities of their position in compliance with NEIT’s policies and
procedures as well as any applicable federal laws.
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Academic Skills Center
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: S103
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3416,
HOURS*
Hours of operation vary depending on the time of year.
Students can visit https://neit.instructure.com/courses/47139 for hours and other helpful resources.
WHAT SERVICES ARE OFFERED:
The Academic Skills Center provides a wide range of individualized services on a free, walk-in basis for all
students, including:
• Dedicated, professional tutors from “real world” backgrounds with years of teaching experience
• Personalized attention and instruction based on the individual needs and learning styles of each student
• Tutoring in writing, reading, research, oral communications, study skills, math, science, physics, and
specialty areas, such as nursing and respiratory care
• Online tutoring is available through the Writing Center for students in undergraduate and graduate
programs
• Pre-college courses in reading, writing, and math to help students prepare for the academic
requirements of their associate and bachelor’s degree programs
• One-credit enrichment courses for students who want to improve their academic performance,
including:
• Maximize Your Memory Skills
• Academic Skill Building
• Information Literacy
• Communication Skills
• Assessment and Placement of incoming students
VISIT THE ASC – WE SPECIALIZE IN STUDENT SUCCESS!
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LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: N104
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3427,
Bookstore.neit.edu
HOURS
Monday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Tuesday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Extended hours are offered during the first two weeks of each term, and the schedule may vary during vacation
weeks. All special hours are posted at the Bookstore and on the student website,
https://students.neit. edu/
.
WHAT SERVICES ARE OFFERED
To ensure that students obtain the proper textbooks, the Bookstore maintains a list of all courses offered during
the term and the required textbooks for each course. Payment may be made by cash, check, credit card or debit
card (with Master Card or Visa logo) and American Express. The Bookstore also offers the following items:
• Apparel
• Art and drafting supplies
• Book bags and umbrellas
• E-Books
• Gift certificates
• Glassware and Gifts
• Medical reference materials and supplies
• Notebooks and stationery
• Pens, pencils and school supplies
• Textbooks, new and used
• University rings
NEIT publishes a list of books and equipment that each student will be required to purchase for each course. All
books and course materials will be available at the NEIT Bookstore, but may be purchased at any bookstore of the
student’s choice. Most books are also available through Internet vendors.
Bookstore
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TEXTBOOK RETURN POLICY
Textbooks may only be returned if they meet the following criteria:
Reason for Return:
Textbooks purchased at NEIT are eligible for return only if a student drops a course within the first two weeks of
the term.
Time Limitations:
To be eligible for return credit, textbooks must be presented at the NEIT Bookstore by the end of the second
week of a new class start. The books must have been purchased no earlier than two weeks prior to the date of the
same new class start.
Documentation Required:
The student must present both the original sales receipt and a copy of the drop slip in order to receive credit for
a returned textbook.
Physical Condition / Amount of Credit:
Textbooks must be returned in “saleable” condition as determined at the discretion of NEIT Bookstore personnel.
Books which are returned containing markings, writing, folded pages, or any other damage that could affect the
appearance or content of the books can only be resold as “USED” textbooks, and will be eligible for credit equal
to 50% of the cost of the same NEW textbook.
If your textbook was purchased as a USED book, and if it remains in saleable condition upon return, it will be
credited at 50% of the cost of the same NEW textbook.
Refund Exclusions:
Kits, software, calculators, and meters are not returnable for credit.
NOTE: If your books, or your situation, do not qualify for Return Credit under this policy, you may still be able
to obtain some amount of credit for your textbooks as part of the Used Book Buyback Program. The criteria for
eligibility under the Used Book Buyback Program (and the amount paid for the book) is determined by an
independent contractor who operates the program at NEIT during the first four days in each new class start, and
the first four days in week 10 of each term.
USED BOOK BUYBACK PROGRAM
NEIT has an arrangement with an independent company which will pay students in cash for their used books,
subject to certain restrictions with regard to condition and marketability.
Notices will be posted by the end of each term indicating the dates and times of the next buyback session.
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Career
Services
Office
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: S104
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3458,
HOURS
Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Appointments are recommended and are required for evening appointments.
WHAT SERVIUCES ARE OFFERED
The Career Services staff assists students in acquiring the skills they need to conduct an effective job search. In
addition, the Career Services Office circulates the resumes of graduates to employers who are seeking candidates
with technical skills. The Career Services Office also provides the following services:
• Assistance with writing resumes and cover letters
• Assistance with improving interviewing skills. Mock interview sessions are available.
• Assistance in all aspects of the job search
• Circulation of graduates’ resumes to employers
• Classroom presentations on job search techniques and resume building for students in their final term
• General (non-technical) full- and part-time employment postings available for currently enrolled
students
• On-Campus recruiting and employer networking events
• Student Workshops: Resume Writing, Interview Techniques and LinkedIn Profiles
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Department of Public Safety
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: S 111A
(401) 780-4705,
Direct numbers:
NEIT East Greenwich Department of Public Safety
Emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401-234-5555
Non-emergency . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 401-780-4705
NEIT POST ROAD PUBLIC SAFETY
Direct
line
.........................................
401-780-4706
NEIT ACCESS ROAD PUBLIC SAFETY
Direct
Line
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401-780-4707
HOURS
East
Greenwich
Campus
–
Communications
Center,
S
111
A. Twenty-four
hours,
seven
days
per
week.
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) promotes a safe and secure environment based upon effective
relationships and excellence in service to enrich the quality of the NEIT experience for our students, employees,
and guests.
• Student Identification Cards
• Room Access Control
• Parking Management
• Shuttle Services
• Residence Hall Security
• Event Security
• Emergency response
• Foot and vehicle patrol
• Lost and Found
• Safety awareness
• Walking Escorts
Walking Escort: Upon request, NEIT DPS Public Safety Officers provide walking escorts for NEIT students, faculty,
and staff within our patrol boundaries. On the East Greenwich Campus, contact Public Safety for a walking escort
by calling 401-234-5555, by using one of the blue-light emergency phones located on campus, or by asking any
Public Safety Officer on campus.
On the Post Road or Access Road campuses, call the number for the Public Safety Office
(Post Road, 401-780- 4706; Access Road, 401-780-4707), or ask any Public Safety Officer.
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Blue Light Emergency Telephones
Blue Light Emergency telephones are strategically placed throughout the East Greenwich campus. These phones
automatically contact the NEIT DPS Communications Center and indicate the caller’s exact location.
The emergency telephones are illuminated by blue lights making them highly visible. To use an emergency
telephone:
• Press the red button to call for help
• Wait for the dispatch officer to acknowledge your call
• Speak clearly and calmly
• Explain the problem in as much detail as possible
• Follow the dispatcher’s instructions
Department of Technical Services Help Desk
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: S105N
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3511, (401) 780-4111,
Website:
https://dots.neit.edu
HOURS
Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Emails sent on weekends to the Help Desk are monitored and, as appropriate, responses are provided.
When MSOT classes are in session: Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Emailsaremonitoredafterclosure.
WHAT SERVICES ARE OFFERED
• Audio / Visual, Digital Signage and TV support
• Classroom Technology and Computer Lab support
• Desktop Software and Hardware support
• Username and password access for Canvas, Web for Students, Email, Student Website
• Wi-Fi and Network access support
• Remote Access Assistance
• Any other technical issues
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Financial Aid Office
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: N110
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3354,
HOURS
Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
WHAT SERVICES ARE OFFERED
The Financial Aid Office assists students in applying for financial aid from federal, institutional and state financial
aid programs. Financial aid at New England Institute of Technology is available through various sources:
• Grants and scholarship programs
• Federal Direct Student Loans
• Federal Work-Study program
• Institutional payment plan
• Private educational loans
Most federal student aid is based on financial need, defined as the difference between your cost of education
and the amount the federal government expects your family to contribute to your education. Although a
standard formula is used to determine your “need”, family situations sometimes change. A change in your
financial situation may affect your financial aid. Please contact the Financial Aid Office if any change occurs.
Let us help you with the many programs for which you may be eligible.
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The Harry & Dorothy Labinger Fitness Center
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: N260
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3758
HOURS
Check the Student Website (Student Life tab, click Fitness and Recreation) for the Fitness Center hours.
The Harry & Dorothy Labinger Fitness Center is an 8,000-sq. ft. facility featuring a group exercise studio, locker
rooms with showers, a combination of aerobic and fitness equipment, and a weight area. The Fitness Center overlooks the
patios and the campus green.
The Center also contains some of the most current equipment in the fitness industry, including: rowers, treadmills,
ellipticals, ascent trainers, bikes (spin, upright and recumbent), climb mills, an 8-stack multi station, a mega power
rack and mega half rack, dumbbells and 12 single station machines (back extension, leg press, tricep extension, shoulder
press, arm curl, chest press, seated leg curl, abdominal crunch, leg extension, pectoral fly, lat pull and seated row).
Students must swipe their Student ID cards to enter the Fitness Center and they are required to abide by all Fitness
Center policies, which can be found on the Student Website (Student Life tab and then Fitness and Recreation) and on the
front desk of the Fitness Center.
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Library & Information Commons
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: S105
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3578 or 3472,
or
HOURS
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.*
Saturdays 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
*See website, https://library.neit.edu, for more information.
WHAT SERVICES ARE OFFERED
• Library resources include print and online books, print and online periodicals, media, databases and
web resources.
• The Library website, library.neit.edu, is searchable by keyword and provides access to the online catalog,
full-text periodical databases, research tools, publications, videos, and tutorials.
• Librarians offer instruction on research skills, how to use periodical databases and effectively select and
cite resources for research, both in person and virtually.
• Library materials not available in the NEIT Library can be obtained through interlibrary loan.
Also available:
• 10 group study/meeting rooms of varying sizes (containing 53 seats)
• 2 Media:Scape high-tech collaborative meeting rooms
• A library instruction classroom (S111) with 27 computers
• 48 additional computers and wireless Internet throughout the Library
• New book and current periodicals display area with lounge seating
• A media room with a TV/DVD and TV/VCR
The Feinstein Enriching America Program Office
Located in the Library and Information Commons in Room S105F.
Carolyn Taylor, M.Ed., Coordinator/Instructor, 401-739-5000 x3352,
Office hours are by
appointment.
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Office of Residence Life
LOCATION
Residence Hall: Office 153
HOURS
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3560,
Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
RESIDENCE LIFE MISSION STATEMENT
The Office of Residence Life works to create an atmosphere for its diverse community that supports academic learning,
encourages individual student growth, and fosters a community where all students feel welcomed and included.
The living environment in the residence hall is one that requires the civility, integrity, and cooperation of every member
of the community, where the needs of the individual student are balanced with the common good. The Residence
Life staff aspires to provide a student-centered environment that will develop and enrich the experiences of our student
population.
WHAT SERVICES ARE OFFERED
• Professional Residence Life staff members oversee the residence hall and serve as a resource for the
residence hall community. They serve in a 24-hour on-call rotation.
• Resident Assistants are student leaders who are committed to building a sense of community within the residence
hall and are available to provide information about NEIT and Residence Life policies and procedures.
• Educational programming is provided by the Residence Life staff and other members of the NEIT community.
• A Residence Hall Council is comprised of a group of resident students who identify and implement programming
for the residents.
• Gender-Inclusive Housing is available to support our LGBTQIA+ community.
OFF-CAMPUS HOUSING
• A housing coordinator is available whose primary purpose is to assist incoming students and resident
students who have lived in the residence hall for at least six consecutive terms in locating off-campus
housing in the area.
• All rental/lease and other arrangements are strictly the responsibility of the student and the property
owner. NEIT’s role is limited to facilitating the acquisition of housing for those unfamiliar with the area.
While efforts are made to provide students with a variety of housing options, NEIT does not make any
representations about the safety of neighborhoods in which any particular housing is located. Students
are advised to check with the local police regarding the safety of any neighborhood in which they are
considering renting.
• Students are responsible for their choice of housing.
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Office of Student Activities
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: Office S120B
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3565,
HOURS
Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Student Activities staff are also available during scheduled evening student activities.
WHAT SERVICES ARE OFFERED
• The Office of Student Activities (OSA) coordinates a variety of student activities and events for our
students, including some evening and weekend activities, and assists with identifying leadership
development opportunities.
• OSA serves as a resource for NEIT student clubs.
• OSA helps to match students with volunteer assignments for NEIT events, such as Commencement, Tech
Nites, and New Student Orientations.
• A listing of student activities appears on
https://student.neit.edu
, click on Student Life.
STUDENT CLUBS
NEIT offers a variety of student clubs that are listed on https://student.neit.edu. Clubs have a faculty advisor and
elected student officers, and provide students the opportunity to enhance their leadership skills, get involved in
activities of interest to them and meet new people. Students with an idea for a new student club should contact
the Director of Student Activities at mhague@neit.edu.
THE STUDENT ADVISORY COUNCIL (SAC)
The Student Advisory Council (SAC) serves as an advisory committee to NEIT’s President and other university
officials as appropriate. The SAC provides a means for students to express their views and to provide input on
policies and practices that directly affect the student body. Members are the student-elected presidents of
technical clubs and the Residence Hall Council president.
The SAC meets twice per year with the university’s President, Vice President for Student Support Services, and the
Student Activities Director. Additional meetings are held as needed.
ESPORTS CENTER
S105A, East Greenwich Campus
Monday through Friday, 12:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday, 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Esports Coordinator/Coach, Brandon Eigenbrode,
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NEIT’s esports programs offer students the opportunity to compete on competitive teams against other
colleges and universities. The esports teams play the most popular collegiate game titles, and the university’s
membership in NECC (National Esports Collegiate Conference) and CCL (College Call of Duty League) allows
players the opportunity to compete at the highest levels in their game.
All students who do not want to compete at the conference level, are encouraged to join NEIT’s esports
intramurals and play against their classmates or to come to the Esports Center and play video games on their
own. They may also come just to watch other students play and to meet others with common interests.
INTRAMURALS
NEIT intramurals are all co-ed and offer students an opportunity to meet new people, exercise and have fun!
NEIT intramurals include, soccer, basketball, flag football, Ultimate Frisbee, bowling, and volleyball. Students
interested in participating in intramurals should contact the Office of Student Activities to sign up.
Check the Student Website (Student Life tab, click Fitness and Recreation) for information about the schedule for
intramurals.
WHY SHOULD STUDENTS PARTICIPATE?
• It is a fun way to broaden your experience at NEIT and to meet new people within the NEIT community,
including your fellow students, faculty and staff.
• Participation helps you develop your leadership and interpersonal skills and enhance your resume.
• Student volunteer participation at NEIT activities and events makes the events even more special for our
students and their families.
HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?
Watch for Student Activity announcements in your student email, on the student website, and on campus
bulletin boards.
Contact the Director of Student Activities, mhague@neit.edu, with your ideas for student activities.
Get involved, make the most of your experience at NEIT and meet new people
who may become lifelong friends!
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Office of Student Support Services (OSSS)
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: N201
401-780-4116,
Post Road Campus: CT 235
401-780-4116,
Access Road Campus: AC 202A
401-780-4116,
HOURS*
Office hours for the East Greenwich campus:
Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Office hours for the Access Road campus:
Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. F
riday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Office hours for the Post Road campus: Call the Office of Student Support Services at 401-480-4116.
Student Success Office (SSO)
LOCATION
EastGreenwichCampus:N201
401-739-5000,ext.3441/3558,
HOURS*
MondaythroughFriday8:00a.m.to4:00p.m.
Appointmentsoutsideofthesehoursareavailableuponrequest.
WHAT SERVICES ARE OFFERED THROUGH OSSS AND SSO
East Greenwich Campus: N201
401-739-5000, ext. 3441/3558,
Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Appointments outside of these hours are available upon request.
The Office of Student Support Services (OSSS) is an information and referral service for students enrolled in
traditional, on-campus associate, bachelor and certificate programs. The Student Success Office (SSO) provides
information to, and referrals for, students enrolled in online, hybrid, and graduate programs.
• Each student is assigned a Student Advisor from OSSS or a Student Success Coordinator from the Student Success
Office who is the student’s primary point of contact for any questions or concerns.
• All students are encouraged to meet with their Student Advisor or their Student Success Coordinator
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for a degree audit to monitor progress toward a timely degree completion. During the degree audit,
the Student Advisor or the Student Success Coordinator will review which courses the student has
completed, determine which courses remain for the student’s program and discuss when to take the
remaining courses.
• Students are urged to contact this office when experiencing difficulties with their course work or
encountering problems that interfere with the successful completion of their programs.
• Students with disabilities who wish to request accommodations must self-identify, communicate their
needs to their Student Advisor or Student Success Coordinator, and provide current and comprehensive
documentation concerning the nature and extent of their disability. The documentation must include
a specific diagnosis and describe the functional limitations of the condition, particularly as it may
affect participation/performance in courses, programs, services, and activities at NEIT. Because course
requirements can vary greatly, students must communicate their needs to their Student Advisor or
Student Success Coordinator and request accommodations each term. Accommodations cannot
be granted retroactively. Please see the full policy “Accommodations Requests for Students with
Disabilities” in the University Policies and Procedures section of this Handbook.
STUDENT ADVISING
• Student Advisors and the Student Success Coordinator are available to help students with problems that
may affect their ability to be successful in their academic programs.
• Students are responsible for registering for classes every term and for staying on track for a timely
completion of their program. They are encouraged to seek the assistance of their Student Advisor or the
Student Success Coordinator who is an important resource for understanding degree requirements and
the registration process. Students should schedule an appointment to speak with their Student Advisor
or the Student Success Coordinator each term before week 5, so they are prepared to register for classes
when registration opens at approximately 7:00 a.m. on Monday of week 5.
• Student Advisors and the Student Success Coordinator work collaboratively with instructors and may
call or email students who are absent. Students who expect to miss two or more days of classes are
advised to contact their instructors, so arrangements can be made to keep them up-to-date on class
work.
A list of Student Advisors and the name of the Student Success Coordinator and the programs they advise can
be found on the Student Website,
https://students.neit.edu
(click Support Services tab and then Office of Student
Support Services).
COUNSELING
Counseling services are provided by an experienced, behavioral health counselor. When meeting with
the counselor, students can discuss challenges and adjustments they are experiencing in their academic
and personal lives, including adjusting to college demands and living away from home. Students who are
experiencing more complex difficulties or who require specialized or longer-term treatment will be referred to
the appropriate services off campus.
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RE-ENROLLMENT
Students who must miss a term should plan to resume classes as soon as possible by contacting the Re-
Enrollment Coordinator at 401-780-4158. At the time of re-enrollment, the student’s academic record will be
reviewed to evaluate the relevancy of the student’s completed courses and to determine if the student meets, as
applicable, the academic requirements for the program in which the student is re-enrolling.
Office of Teaching and Learning
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: S320
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3438,
HOURS
Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
WHAT SERVICES ARE OFFERED?
The Office of Teaching and Learning oversees all academic aspects of the university. It is responsible for faculty,
curricula, program development, academic records and policies, library resources, academic services, and
graduation requirements. Academic policies are published in the NEIT Catalog and the Student Handbook; both
can be found on the student website at https://students.neit.edu (Campus Information tab).
THE OFFICE OF TEACHING AND LEARNING OVERSEES:
• Academic Skills Center
• College of Graduate and Professional Studies
• College of Health Sciences
• Department Chairs
• Department of Online Learning
• Faculty
• Feinstein Enriching America Program
• Library and Information Commons
• Office of Institutional Research
• Registrar’s Office
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Registrar’s Office
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: N116
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3300,
regoffi[email protected]
Access Road Campus: AC 202 A
HOURS
East Greenwich Campus
Monday through Thursday,8:30a.m.to4:30p.m.
Friday,8:30a.m.to4:00p.m.
Access Road Campus
Refer to
https://students.neit.edu
for hours at the Access Road Campus.
WHAT SERVICES ARE OFFERED?
• Certifying students for graduation
• Issuing official transcripts
• Maintaining the accuracy of student records, internal records, course schedules, and grade records
• Providing electronic resources to add/drop classes, and to view grades, class schedule, and transcripts on
https://students.neit.edu
• Registering students for classes
• Issuing diplomas
• Scheduling classes
• Verifying a student’s enrollment for purposes of automobile insurance, social security benefits, and
deferments on student loans
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS THAT CAN BE ANSWERED BY THE REGISTRAR’S OFFICE:
How do I resolve a conflict in my class schedule?
How do I request a transcript?
How do I verify my enrollment for the term?
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Student
Accounts
Department
LOCATION
East Greenwich Campus: N119
(401) 739-5000 Ext. 3406,
HOURS
Monday through Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
WHAT SERVICES ARE OFFERED?
The Student Accounts Department oversees tuition payments and assists students who might be experiencing
difficulty in making their payments. Most concerns and problems with payments and refunds can be addressed
and resolved if the Student Accounts Department is made aware of them. Just give us a call or drop by to see us.
Payments are accepted in the Business Office in the form of cash, check, or credit cards.
Students who have concerns in any of the following areas should contact this department as soon as possible:
• Inability to make payments as originally planned
• Past due notices that do not agree with the student’s own records
• Questions regarding company reimbursement
• Questions regarding sponsorship
The Student Accounts Department communicates frequently with students by NEIT email, telephone and/or
mail when it is necessary for students to meet with a staff member from this department to address and resolve
together the student’s account. It is critical that students respond immediately to any contact from this office. It
is not the intent of the Student Accounts Department to interrupt the educational objectives of our students.
However, if after attempts have been made and the student has not responded to a request from the Student
Accounts Department, the student may be contacted during class time.
NEIT REFUND REQUEST POLICY
You may be eligible for a refund as a result of excess financial aid or an overpayment to your account. You may
receive the resulting credit balance either in the form of a check, or you may apply it to your account.
Please note: On rare occasions, errors occur at the bank that issued your student loan which may result in an
adjustment to your Financial Aid and the amount of refund for which you may be eligible. In the event that a
student received an overpayment as a result of such an error, the student is responsible for reimbursing the
university for any over-payments erroneously made to the student’s account.
To receive a refund of a credit balance, please follow the procedures and policies below:
• Complete a STUDENT REFUND REQUEST Form online at
Students.neit.edu
.
• Refund checks will be available three (3) times monthly: on the 10th, the 20th, and the 30th day of the
month (“release date”). If a release date falls on a weekend or holiday, the refund check will be available
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the next business day. Requests for refunds made within three (3) business days of a release date will be
paid on the next release date.
• Refund checks are mailed out on the dates identified above.
• A parent must submit written approval for funds resulting from the proceeds of a Plus Loan to be
released to the student.
• Federal regulations require students to be attending classes on a regular basis in order for any refund to
be released.
• Refund requests for payments made online via credit card will be returned to the credit card used for
payments.
• Please note: No refund will be issued during the first 2 weeks of any term.
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Academic Policies and Procedures
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY
Throughout a student’s academic experience at New England Institute of Technology, they will have the
opportunity to learn, research, participate, and share experiences in online and on-ground courses. Many of the
courses require testing, writing, and communication skills to assess meeting the course and program outcomes
of learning. The Academic Integrity Policy of the university is written to ensure that each student’s own work
and others’ is protected, and that students receive the greatest benefit from their educational experiences. Our
collective goal is to maintain the highest standard of integrity and excellence, as we learn about ethical practices
in professional work settings.
Academic dishonesty is prohibited in any form here at the university. Academic dishonesty includes but is not
limited to cheating, fabrication, facilitation of dishonest actions, plagiarism, and improper use of one’s own work
or use of a non-approved AI generative tool.
• Cheating—intentional use or attempted use of deception as one’s academic work;
• Fabrication—intentional falsification and/or invention of any information or citation;
• Facilitating dishonesty—intentionally working with others to commit an act of dishonesty;
• Plagiarism—failing to credit the work of others, copying and pasting materials from the web or another
student, or using an author’s words/work as one’s own, even if the source citation is provided;
• Improper use of one’s own work—the unauthorized act of submitting work for a course that includes
work done for previous courses and/or projects as though the work in question were newly done for the
present course/project.
• Use of non-approved artificial intelligent tools/ChatGPT, improperly referencing the use of *approved AI
tools are acts of academic dishonesty.
Any project, paper, or examination is expected to be the student’s own work, and in the student’s own words.
Willful academic dishonesty (specific examples include but are not limited to: copying and pasting materials
from online sources with or without proper citation, unapproved AI use; copying another student’s work or
allowing one’s own work to be copied; using notes, books, or electronic devices during assessments without
the instructor’s advanced permission to the entire class; presenting information or images copied from a book,
journal, or online source as one’s own; or using instructors’ test banks) will not be tolerated. Attempts to engage
in any of the conduct described above or the facilitation of any of this conduct by another individual will be
treated as conduct constituting academic dishonesty for purposes of this policy.*
*Approved use of AI tools must be properly documented and cited to abide within university policies on
Academic Integrity Policy. You are to cite all referenced materials following the APA guidelines, and other
required citation formats. For questions and assistance use the Academic Skills Center for writing help or speak
with your faculty.
Notwithstanding, a student with a disability may be permitted to use notes, books, or electronic devices during
assessments if the course instructor has been informed by the 504 Coordinator that the use qualifies as a
reasonable accommodation for that student based on a diagnosed disability as long as the accommodation does
not affect the academic integrity of the course as determined by NEIT.
All faculty at NEIT are requested to enable the plagiarism checking tool, TurnItIn, for major writing assignments.
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The instructor reserves the right to submit any student submission to TurnItIn. By taking a course, the student
agrees that all submitted work may be examined for detection of plagiarism. Any instructor who determines
a case of academic dishonesty must follow the Faculty Guidance to Report Academic Dishonesty Policy and
immediately notify their Department Chair and the Assistant Provost. **See Faculty Guidance to Report
Academic Dishonesty.
In the case of a Level II incident (as defined below), the Assistant Provost will investigate the matter through
consultation with the instructor and Department Chair and will determine what action, if any, is appropriate. If
the Assistant Provost determines that a breach of the Academic Integrity Policy has occurred, depending on the
severity of the offense, the student: may be required to redo the project, paper, or examination; may receive an
F grade for that assignment; may receive an F grade for the course; or may be subject to academic suspension or
dismissal from the university. The student will receive written confirmation of the action taken as a result of the
report of academic dishonesty. This confirmation will be copied to the course instructor, the Department Chair,
and the Department Chair of the student’s major.
A student who wishes to challenge the decision of the Assistant Provost may appeal in writing to the Provost no
later than 14 days after receiving the Assistant Provost’s ruling. In all cases of appeal, the decision of the Provost
is final.
*Faculty may choose to supplement this university-wide Academic Integrity Policy with additional plagiarism
guidelines specific to a course or program. Any supplemental requirements regarding academic integrity must
be included in the course syllabus. The language of NEIT’s Academic Integrity Policy applies to any faculty or
program’s supplemental policies. Additionally, any programs that use a software application as a lockdown
browser for testing or assignments to support academic integrity are included within the language of this policy.
**Faculty Guidance to Report Academic Dishonesty
The NEIT Academic Integrity Policy is a guide to address the process for suspicion or acts of academic dishonesty.
This policy applies to all on-ground and online classes.
If a case of academic dishonesty is suspected, the instructor will notify the student that there is a question of
academic dishonesty and provide the student an opportunity to respond. The instructor will need to notify the
student of any suspicious acts no later than within 7 days of the discovery. The student will be provided 3 days
to respond to the questionable incident. Faculty are obligated to report any incident of academic dishonesty,
intentional or otherwise, to their Department Chair and the Assistant Provost.
Level I incident:
The instructor determines the incident of academic dishonesty was due to the student’s confusion or novice
experience with correct integration and citing of sources. The instructor decides to offer the student an informal
resolution, and the student agrees to the terms.
The incident, including the corrective action taken, is reported to the instructor’s Department Chair and the
Assistant Provost. The information will be kept on file in the Office of Teaching and Learning in case other level I
incidents are or have been reported. More than one reported level I incident of academic dishonesty may result
in more severe disciplinary actions.
Level II incident:
A level II incident is any intentional act of academic dishonesty. The instructor must report a level II incident
immediately to their Department Chair and the Assistant Provost. The Assistant Provost, in consultation with the
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instructor and Department Chair, will determine an appropriate disciplinary action. The student and the student’s
Department Chair will be notified of the incident and resulting disciplinary action. More than one reported level
II incident may result in academic suspension or dismissal.
If a student suspects academic dishonesty, they should contact their chair for further guidance.
ACADEMIC PROBATION AND DISMISSAL
Academic probation is a provisional status given to a student who is not meeting the university’s requirements
for academic achievement. A student who does not meet the university’s requirements for academic
achievement (see “Required Levels of Achievement”) will be placed on academic probation. A student who is
placed on probation must meet with a Student Advisor or Student Success Coach to discuss academic challenges
and develop a plan to become academically successful.
A student who has met the university’s requirements for academic achievement by the end of the probationary
term will be taken off probation. An undergraduate or graduate student who has not met the university’s
requirements for academic achievement at the end of the probationary term will remain on probation for a
second term. A doctoral student who has not met the university’s requirements for academic achievement at the
end of the probationary term will be dismissed.
A student who has met the university’s requirements for academic achievement by the end of a second
probationary term will be removed from probationary status if the student’s cumulative GPA meets the minimum
requirements. A student who has had a successful academic term but whose cumulative progress does not meet
the academic standards required by their program will remain on probation for an additional term. A student in a
second probationary term who has not had a successful academic term and whose achievement does not meet
the cumulative GPA university requirement will be dismissed from the university.
Academic Dismissal Appeal Process
1. Complete the “Appeal of Dismissal or Denial of Re-Entry” form attached to the Dismissal letter received
from the Registrar or access the form on the NEIT Student TechNet under the Campus Info > Student
Forms menu.
3. Appeal deadlines:
• For a term that has a one-week break: 3 pm on Wednesday of the first week of classes
• For a term that has a greater than one week break: 9 am on the Friday before the start of the first
week of classes.
• For the spring term to Intersession term: to be determined on an individual basis with notice to the
student.
4. After review, the Assistant Provost will provide immediate written notice to the student of their decision:
• The dismissal is overturned, and the student is permitted to continue into the next term.
• The dismissal is upheld, and the student is not permitted to continue into the next term.
5. If upon first appeal, the student’s dismissal is upheld, the student may further appeal to the “Dismissal
Appeals Committee.” The student must submit an “Appeal of Dismissal or Denial of Re-Entry” form
to the Committee at otl@neit.edu. A committee member will then contact the student to schedule
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an appeals meeting. After the student meets with the committee, the committee will make its
recommendation to the Provost. The student will be notified in writing by the Provost of the appeal
decision. The Provost’s determination is final.
Undergraduate students may not take more than 19 credits during their first probationary term and not more
than 16 credits during their second probationary term. A student who is on academic probation must contact
their Student Advisor to review and discuss the proper course load for the successive term.
Grade Point Value Percent
A 4.00 93-100 SUPERIOR
A – 3.67 90-92
B+ 3.33 87-89 GOOD QUALITY
B 3.00 83-86
B- 2.67 80-82
C+ 2.33 77-79 AVERAGE QUALITY
C 2.00 73-76
C – 1.67 70-72
D+ 1.33 66-69 PASSING
D 1.00 60-65
F (Failure) 0.00 Below 60 FAILURE
Failures must be repeated at NEIT or, with permission from the Office of Teaching and Learning, by passing an
equivalent course at an approved institution.
When a student repeats a course for which an “F” grade was received, both grades will appear on the transcript,
but only the higher grade will be used in calculating the grade point average.
W Received by students who officially withdraw from a course before the end of the “drop period.”
P Satisfactory completion of a “Pass/Fail” course for credit.
CH Challenge credit awarded as a result of passing a challenge exam.
S Satisfactory completion of a non-credit course.
U Unsatisfactory completion of a non-credit course.
INC Incomplete - must be completed to meet graduation requirements.
IPR In Progress - must be completed to meet graduation requirements.
AU Audit indicates registration and attendance in a course for which no examinations, evaluation or credit
are given.
ML Military Leave, assigned to students who are called to active duty and must withdraw prior to the end of
a term.
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Grading Systems
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PR Portfolio review credit awarded after assessment of student life experience portfolio.
TR Transfer credit from another accredited postsecondary institution.
ADMISSION TO DEGREE PROGRAMS
See the NEIT catalog on the Student Website (Campus Info Tab) for information about admission to NEIT’s
bachelor’s and graduate degree programs.
AUDITING A COURSE
Students may choose to register for classes on an audit basis when space is available in the class (laboratory,
doctoral and online courses may not be audited). No credit or grade is earned for an audited course, but it will
be recorded on the student’s academic transcript with a grade marker of AU (Audit). Subsequently, an audited
course cannot satisfy program requirements and does not have an impact on GPA calculation. The academic
work required in an audit situation is at the discretion of the course’s instructor.
Students who are auditing a class are not eligible to receive financial aid for that class.
Satisfactory academic progress may be impacted if the student is registered for a class as an audit but then
subsequently withdraws from the audited class. If this change causes the student to complete less than the
required pace completion, the student will fail to meet the pace standard. Audited classes do impact a student’s
maximum time frame as they are considered attempted hours.
Interested students must meet with the Student Advisor/Student Success Coordinator and Student Accounts to
complete a Course Audit Request Form. (Note: Prerequisite course requirements must be completed.)
Audited courses are subject to normal tuition fees, and must be registered by the end of the add/drop period.
CHALLENGE EXAM/PORTFOLIO REVIEW POLICY
COURSE CREDIT BASED UPON RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Department Chairs or the Director of the Academic Skills Center may authorize the administration of Challenge
Exams to students for course credit with the following provisions:
1. Term One students may request to take a Challenge Exam prior to the start of a given term, and up to the
end of the first week of classes of the course, provided that the student has attended no more than one
class session at the time the Challenge Exam is administered.
2. Students in Term Two and beyond must request to take a Challenge Exam prior to the start of the term in
which the student is registered for a given course. All Challenge Exams for humanities and social science
courses must be taken no later than the end of week 9 of the preceding term.
3. Challenge Exams may only be taken within a student’s degree program curriculum, including any
technical and required liberal arts electives. Challenge Exams will only be available for those courses that
can be adequately assessed by means of a written examination. Any liberal arts courses within the Foreign
Language or Arts core areas are ineligible for the challenge process unless it is a required course in the
program of study.
4. Challenge Exams may not be taken for any course students have previously attempted at NEIT.
5. The Challenge Exam may be taken only once.
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6. The Challenge Exam process is comprehensive of the course content. Students must pass the exam with
a minimum of a 73% (C grade) for consideration of course credit. (Some departments may have different
requirements. Please check with the Office of Teaching and Learning.)
7. Challenge credit may not be used to satisfy the university’s residency requirement.
8. A maximum of 30 credits may be accepted through a combination of Challenge Exams and Portfolio Review
for students in both the associate and bachelor’s degree programs.
9. A maximum of one course may be accepted as Challenge Exam or Portfolio Review credit for students in the
master’s degree programs.
10. Students who place out of MA 105 Basic College Math with Lab or MA 100/110 Introduction to College
Math are required to replace those credits with another liberal arts course in the math/science or
communications core areas, as appropriate.
CHANGE OF GRADES
All grade change requests must be initiated within the first two weeks of the academic term following the one in
which the original grade was recorded. Except for In Progress (IPR) grades (see below), coursework required for
all grade changes must be completed no later than Friday of week two of the academic term during which the
grade change request has been initiated. Students seeking a change of grade for any course must initiate the
request with the course instructor; in the absence of the instructor, students may initiate the request with the
Department Chair.
The IPR grade is limited to internship/clinical/fieldwork courses. Coursework required to change an IPR grade to
a letter grade must be completed no later than the last day of the academic term following the award of an IPR
grade. Failure to comply with the IPR deadline will result in a letter grade of F. Students awarded an IPR grade
must complete all outstanding coursework for a letter grade.
Requests for any grade change received from students after they have earned their degrees will be approved
only to correct a clerical or procedural error.
Intersession is not considered an academic term for the purpose of this policy.
CLASS ATTENDANCE
Regular and prompt attendance at all classes is expected of all students. Each course syllabus clearly states
the attendance policy and the makeup policy for that class. All work missed by reason of absence or tardiness,
regardless of the cause, if allowed by the department, must be made up to the satisfaction of the instructor.
Students who know that they will be absent are expected to obtain assignments from instructors in advance so
that the necessary work will be completed before they leave or immediately upon their return. Attendance for
online courses is determined based upon weekly activity in the course.
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COURSE REGISTRATION
Drop and Add Policy
Adding Courses
Add Period:
A. Students may add classes via Web Registration until 10:00 p.m. of the Sunday prior to the beginning of
week two of the term.
B. Students may add classes in person at the Registrar’s Office until 12 noon of Friday of week one of the
term.
C. Students may add five-week courses that are offered during weeks one through five of the term, or for
Intersession, the first week of the course.
D. Students may add five-week courses that are offered during weeks six through ten of the term at the
Registrar’s Office on Tuesday of week six of the term.
Late Add Period for On-Campus Courses (There is no late add period for online courses)
A. After the Add Period, students may add on-campus courses from Monday through Saturday of week two
of the term at the discretion of the course instructor(s). To add a course after the Add Period, the student
must obtain a Late Add Approval from an appropriate NEIT official (Student Advisor, Department Chair)
for each course, acquire the course instructor’s permission. No student will be admitted through the late
add process after 12:00 noon on Saturday of week two of the term.
B. There is no late add period for five-week courses. Any exceptions to this policy must be approved by the
Office of Teaching and Learning.
Dropping Courses:
Dropping a course is a two-step process:
Step One: Students must contact their Student Advisor for approval to drop any course.
Step Two: Students who have never attended a course and drop the course prior to noon on Saturday of the
second week of the term will have the record of their registration in that course removed. No reference will
appear on the university transcript.
To avoid receiving a failing grade, students must drop courses within the first five weeks of the term. The
deadline to drop a course is Friday of the fifth week of the term. During Intersession and five-week courses, the
deadline to drop a course is 6 p.m. on Tuesday of the third week of the term. Students will receive a grade of “W”
for each dropped course they attended within the drop period.
Students who cease attending a specific course but fail to complete the two-step drop process outlined above
will receive a grade based upon the evaluation criteria outlined in the course syllabus.
PLEASE NOTE: Dropping a course and reducing the credit load may adversely affect financial aid eligibility and
ability to graduate within the anticipated time frame. It is strongly recommended that students meet with a
representative of the Student Accounts Office to discuss the potential impact on their financial aid status, and
with their Student Advisor to discuss the impact on their ability to complete their degree within the anticipated
time frame.
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DEAN’S LIST AND HONORS
At the end of each term, the Registrar’s Office publishes a Dean’s List for students enrolled in associate and
bachelor’s degree programs. This list recognizes students who have earned at least 10 matriculating credits and
a grade point average (GPA) of at least 3.6. The grades of P, S, U, and W are not considered in the GPA calculation
for the Dean’s List. Graduates with a cumulative GPA of 3.6 or better are identified as having “Honors” in the
commencement program.
ELECTRONIC DEVICES IN CLASSROOM POLICY
It is the policy of New England Institute of Technology that the non-academic use of electronic devices is strictly
prohibited during class and in the Academic Skills Center without instructor permission. The non-academic
use of any electronic device during class time is discourteous to the instructor and to the students in the
class. All students are required to turn off or silence all such devices prior to the beginning of class. For the
purposes of this policy, electronic devices include, but are not limited to, cell phones (including smartphones),
calculators, computers (laptops, notebooks, netbooks, and handhelds), mp3 and other digital audio and video
players, and analog and digital audio devices and video recording devices (still and movie cameras). In all cases,
when permission has been granted by an instructor for the use of an electronic device in the classroom, the
student shall employ such device solely in a manner appropriate to the course work and avoid distractions or
interruptions to fellow students or the instructor, including leaving the room to use such device.
A student with a diagnosed disability may use an otherwise prohibited electronic device only if the course
instructor has been informed by the 504 Coordinator of an accommodation for that student based on a
diagnosed disability.
Any student expecting an emergency call should notify the instructor at the beginning of class. If an emergency
call must be taken, the student will be required to leave the classroom quietly and take the call elsewhere. Under
no circumstances may the student take or make phone calls during any class session.
The use of any electronic device during a course assessment (e.g., quiz, test, exam) without the prior consent of
the instructor may result in a reduction of points, a required re-take of the assessment, or a failing grade for the
assessment without the ability to re-take the assessment.
A student found violating this policy on the use electronic devices in the classroom shall be subject to any or all
of the following actions:
• Confiscation of the device by the instructor for the remainder of the class period
• Dismissal from the class for the day on which the offense occurs
• Referral of the student to designated authority under the Student Conduct Policy and Disciplinary
Procedures.
• Repeated violations of this policy may result in disciplinary action up to and including suspension or
dismissal from the class or the university.
ENGLISH AND MATH COURSE PLACEMENT
Placement in English and math courses may be determined by either an online or in-person assessment of the
student’s writing sample and math skills by the Academic Skills Center or by review of recent college or high
school transcripts.
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GRADE POINT AVERAGE
Grade Point Averages (GPA) include the attempted credits for successful completion of courses, non-passing
grades, incomplete (i.e., grade of I), and repeated courses. Withdrawals (W), are documented on the academic
record but do not count toward the GPA.
Audited and remedial coursework are not included in attempted credits or GPA.
Earned credits include:
Successful completion of courses (i.e., grades of A+, A, A-, B+, B, B-, *C+, *C, *C-, *D+, *D are included in the GPA.
Transfer credits that are awarded are on the academic record as transfer accepted but are not calculated in the
GPA.
Audited and remedial coursework are not included. *Check program specific grade requirements.
Attempted Credit Hours and Successfully Completed Credit Hours:
All credit-bearing courses are calculated into “hours attempted” for financial aid purposes. Courses with passing
grades are hours successfully completed (Courses with Grades of F, W, U are not considered as hours successfully
completed).
Repeated courses are counted in the “hours attempted” calculation for financial aid purposes.
Course Repeats
When a course is repeated, both grades appear in the transcript. However, only the highest grade is factored into
the GPA. Each repeat is considered an attempt.
GPA calculation: A GPA’s grade points are computed by multiplying the number of credit hours for the course by
the weighted point value of the grade (see Grading System). For example: A grade of B+ (with a weighted point
value of 3.33) in Math 125, a four-credit course, is assigned 13.32 grade points, (3.33 x 4). The cumulative grade
point average (GPA) is obtained by dividing the total number of grade points achieved by the number of credit
hours of work completed.
Transferring to a new program:
Any student who is transferring into another program may petition to have the previous courses that do not
apply to the new program excluded from their GPA. The coursework will remain on the student’s transcript as
part of the permanent academic record and financial aid requirements. Credits that may be applicable to the
new program may still apply based on review of the transfer to a new program.
INTERNSHIP AND CLINICAL EXPERIENCE COURSES
REGISTRATION POLICY
Internship courses at New England Institute of Technology are a valuable part of the curriculum and, if offered in
a program, are highly encouraged for all students. Regardless of the number of required hours of performance
and assignments in the off-site placement, which may vary among programs, students must complete all
requirements of the course within the standard 10-week term in which the student has registered for the
internship course.
Clinical/fieldwork experiences are required in some programs and are a valuable part of the curriculum.
Regardless of the number of required hours of performance and assignments in the off-site placement, which
varies among programs, students must complete all requirements of the course within the standard 10-week
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term in which the student has registered for the Internship course.
The following policy governs the registration process of the Internship and Clinical/Fieldwork Experience
courses.
Internship and Clinical/Fieldwork Experience Course Registration
1. A site placement is required prior to registering for either an Internship or Clinical/Fieldwork Experience
course. See the department chair for the appropriate form. (Some programs have standard agreements
with clinical sites. See the department chair to determine if this applies.) Registration for the course will be
blocked until the department chair approves the site placement and notifies the Registrar.
2. Registration for all Internship/Clinical/Fieldwork Experience courses must be completed no later than
Saturday of week one of the term.
3. If a placement site has not been secured by the end of week one, the student must register for an alternate
course identified by the department chair. The student must register for the alternate course no later
than noon on Saturday of week two with a completed Late Add Form. If the student does not register
for an alternate course, the student must see the Student Advisor to review his or her current status with
Financial Aid and his or her academic progress mapping.
Completing an Internship and Clinical/Fieldwork Experience Course
1. Students must submit all course requirements for the Internship or Clinical/Fieldwork Experience course to
the course instructor no later than Friday of week 10. Students will receive a grade at the end of the term
based on coursework completed.
2. Consistent with NEIT’s Change of Grade Policy, students may submit additional coursework through week 2
of the following term for a change of grade. No additional work may be submitted after Friday of week 2.
3. In the event the student needs time past week 2 of the term following the Internship or Clinical/Fieldwork
Experience course to complete the course requirements, the student may request the instructor to submit
a grade of “In Progress” (IPR). The instructor must submit the request of an IPR to the Registrar by Monday
of the break week. If the instructor changes the grade to IPR, the student will be automatically registered
for the non-credit Extension course at an additional fee.
4. Students must complete the course requirements for the Extension course by Friday of week 10 of the
extension term. When the course is satisfactorily completed, (1) a Satisfactory (S) grade will be given for
the Internship Extension course, and (2) the IPR grade for the Internship/Clinical/Fieldwork Experience
course will be changed to a passing grade by the course instructor.
5. If the Internship/Clinical/Fieldwork Experience course is not satisfactorily completed, (1) an Unsatisfactory
(U) grade will be given for the Extension course and (2) the course instructor will change the IPR grade for
the Internship/Clinical/Fieldwork Experience course to the grade earned by the student.
INTERSESSION COURSES
Intersession courses, offered between the spring and summer terms, are intensive, five-week versions of
NEIT’s standard ten-week liberal arts courses. Courses in the majors and English courses are not offered during
Intersession. Intersession allows current students the opportunity to take necessary courses they were unable
to take in a previous term, to get ahead of their schedule to have a lighter course load in a future term(s), and/or
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to retake a course for a better grade. Due to the rigor of the five-week courses, students may not take more than
two courses during Intersession unless approved by the Office of Teaching and Learning.
Withdrawals/Non-Attendance
It is the student’s responsibility to officially request to be dropped from their attended course(s) by the second
week in the intersession for a “W” grade. Students who do not attend any of their courses during the first two
weeks will be withdrawn at the beginning of the third week of Intersession for non-attendance. Students taking
more than one course who attended one course and not the other course(s), are still considered active based on
attendance activity, and will not be withdrawn from the non-attended course(s) without an official request.
LIBERAL ARTS DISTRIBUTION REQUIREMENTS
For most programs, students are required to complete 8 four-credit courses for the associate degree and 7 four-
credit courses for the baccalaureate degree in a variety of areas in the liberal arts. Students may be able to select
courses within the following distribution of liberal arts core areas: Math/Science, Social Sciences, Humanities,
Arts/ Foreign Language and Communications.
MID-TERM PROGRESS
Students who do not meet the grading standards at midterm will receive a midterm progress report.
NON-MATRICULATING STUDENTS
Students who are not enrolled in a degree program, or who do not seek degree candidacy, may be permitted to
take a limited number of courses in a Non-Matriculated Status.
Authorization to take courses is granted by the Office of Teaching and Learning based on evidence that the
students are capable of successfully completing the courses for which they seek to register.
Acceptable evidence may include successful completion of college courses at other institutions of higher
education, standardized test results such as the SAT, or satisfactory performance on the NEIT Assessment and
Placement Test as reported by the Academic Skills Center.
Registration of non-matriculated students will be reviewed for satisfactory performance by the Office of Teaching
and Learning each term. Non-matriculated students may register for a maximum of thirty credits. Authorization
to register beyond the thirty-credit limit may be granted by the Office of Teaching and Learning.
Students registered in non-matriculated status will enjoy all the privileges of classroom participation; registration
and grades for all courses will be recorded in an official university transcript. Those who subsequently wish to
become degree candidates must follow the standard application procedures for admission. Credits earned in
a non-matriculated status will be evaluated by the Office of Teaching and Learning as to their pertinence and
applicability in satisfying the requirements for the degree for which the student applies. All degree candidates
must be formally admitted as matriculated students.
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PORTFOLIO REVIEW ASSESSMENT
Course Credit Based on Relevant Experience
Department Chairs will review and consider for course credit a Portfolio that describes and authenticates a
student’s life experience with the following provisions:
1. A Term One student may provide to the Department Chair a Portfolio which describes and authenticates
the student’s life experience to the Department Chair of the program for any course for which student
requests credit. The student’s Portfolio may be submitted prior to the start of a given term, but no later
than the end of the first week of classes, provided that the student has not attended more than one class
session.
2. A student in Term Two and beyond must submit the Portfolio for review prior to the start of the term in
which the student is registered for a given course. Portfolios for all humanities and social science courses
must be submitted no later than week 9 of the preceding term.
3. A Portfolio may include: the student’s resume; job descriptions of previous employment; summaries of
non- matriculated courses, workshops, or trainings; certificates of course completion or licensure; military
experience; letters of reference; examples of completed projects; papers written; or other documents
indicating life experience for a specific course.
4. Portfolio Review credit may only be considered for courses within the student’s degree program
curriculum, including any technical and required liberal arts electives. Liberal arts courses within the
Foreign Language or Arts core areas are ineligible for the Portfolio Review assessment process unless they
are required courses in the program of study.
5. Portfolio Review credit may not be requested for any course a student has previously attempted at NEIT.
6. The Department Chair of the course for which a student requests credit will review the Portfolio and make
an assessment of life experience equivalency to course credit.
7. Portfolio Review credit may not be used to satisfy the university’s residency requirement.
8. A maximum of 30 credits may be accepted through a combination of Portfolio Review and Challenge
Exams for students in both the associate and bachelor’s degree programs.
9. A maximum of one course will be accepted as either Challenge Exam or Portfolio Review credit for
students in the master’s degree programs.
10. A student who receives Portfolio Review credit for MA 105 Basic College Math with Lab or MA 110
Introduction to College Math are required to replace those credits with another liberal arts course(s) in the
math/science or communications core areas, as appropriate.
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REQUIRED LEVELS OF ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT
Any student who does not meet the following standards for end-of-term grade point average and/or for
cumulative grade point average will be on probation for the following term:
Note: Students should check the Question and Answer document, located in the “Academic Programs” link in
Web for Students on https://students.neit.edu, for their respective programs to determine specific criteria (e.g.,
grades and/or cumulative grade point average) necessary to remain in good academic standing in that program.
Additionally, it is the student’s responsibility to maintain an awareness of any changes in criteria that would
affect a student’s enrollment status.
TRANSFER OF CREDIT POLICY
New England Institute of Technology will accept transfer credits from another postsecondary institution,
regionally accredited by an agency approved by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), which
meet the following conditions:
1. An official transcript from the institution at which the coursework was completed must be submitted to
the Enrollment Management Office.
2. The course(s) for which transfer credit is requested are equivalent in both credit hours and content to
the theory and/or lab course(s) offered at NEIT. The student may be required to provide college catalog
descriptions from the original institution for equivalency to be determined.
3. Coursework in general education not leading to a degree will be evaluated for current relevancy;
therefore, math, science, and technical courses must have been completed within 3 years of enrollment at
NEIT; all other courses must have been completed within 10 years of enrollment at NEIT.
4. Coursework related to the curriculum in a specific major must be evaluated by the relevant Department
Chair.
5. At the discretion of the Department Chair, courses that are not equivalent in both credit hours and
content of required courses within an academic major, may be substituted for/accepted as technical
electives.
6. A student who has earned an associate degree will be considered to have met all associate-level general
education requirements, unless any course(s) are prerequisites to coursework within the academic major.
7. A student who has earned a bachelor’s degree will be considered to have met all bachelor-level general
education requirements, unless any course(s) are prerequisites to coursework within the academic major.
Credits Completed End of term GPA Cumulative GPA
Undergraduate Degree Programs
<36 credits completed 1.0 1.7
36-71 credits comlpeted 1.0 1.8
72 credits and above 2.0 2.0
Bachelor’s Degree Program 2.0 2.0
Master’s Degree Program 3.0 3.0
Doctoral Degree Program 3.0 3.0
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8. A maximum of 46 quarter (30 semester) transfer credits may be accepted for an associate degree program,
58 quarter (38 semester) transfer credits for an Applied Technical Studies associate degree program, 42
quarter (28 semester) transfer credits for a bachelor’s degree program, and 4 quarter (3 semester) transfer
credits for a master’s degree program. No transfer credits are accepted for doctoral programs.
A further detailed breakdown is provided in Table 1.0, which follows.
Table 1 .0 Transfer credit allocation by source and degree level.
9. The minimum earned grade for undergraduate coursework in a non-health science program is a “C” (73%),
or above.
10. The minimum earned grade for undergraduate health science coursework will be held to the grade rules
for the degree and program.
11. The minimum earned grade for relevant graduate coursework is a grade of “B” (83%).
12. Transcripts must be received prior to the second class session of any course in which the student is
currently enrolled for consideration of transfer credit.
13. Transfer coursework for which credit is awarded will be recorded, by the Enrollment Management Office,
on the student’s transcript without a grade designation and therefore will not be calculated in the
student’s grade point average but will be counted in computing satisfactory academic progress.
14. The Enrollment Management Office will make notifications regarding award of transfer credit to the
Business Office and the Registrar. Student notifications will subsequently be made by the Enrollment
Management Office.
15. Requests for transfer credit from institutions located outside the U.S. will be evaluated on an individual basis
with consideration of the above conditions.
16. To convert semester hours to quarter hours, multiply earned semester hours by 1.5.
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Students may petition the Enrollment Management Office for consideration of special circumstances.
Upon completion of the credit review process, students will receive written notification of the NEIT courses for
which transfer credit was accepted.
NEIT reserves the right to refuse admission to any student for any reason other than race, color, religious belief, sex,
sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, or disability.
University Policies and Procedures
ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
Policy Statement
To ensure that its programs, activities, and services are accessible to all students, NEIT is committed to providing
reasonable accommodations for qualified students with disabilities. Accommodations are modifications or
adjustments to the tasks, environment or to the way things are usually done that enable individuals with
disabilities to have an equal opportunity to participate in an educational program, course or activity. Students
in need of accommodations are required to: (a) self-identify that they have a disability, and (b) request
accommodations. While parents can voice their concerns about a student, the accommodation request must
come from the student.
The 504 Coordinator is the official at NEIT who determines whether a requested accommodation(s) will be
provided to the student. Reasonable accommodations are determined on a case-by-case basis through a
dialogue with the student, the 504 Coordinator, and one of the following, the Student Advisor (SA) or the Student
Success Coach (SSC). Decisions about reasonable accommodations are based upon the student’s specific needs
and functional limitations and whether the accommodation will permit the student an opportunity to participate
in an educational program, course or activity.
While NEIT aims to accommodate students to allow them to participate in the institution’s educational courses,
programs and activities, not all accommodation requests may be granted. Examples of accommodations that
would not be provided include:
• Provision of an accommodation(s) that would fundamentally alter the nature of the course, program, or
activity as determined by NEIT. (A “fundamental alteration” is a change that is so significant that it alters
the essential nature of the course program or activity.)
• Provision of an accommodation that is not supported by the student’s medical documentation
• Provision of a retroactive accommodation.
Procedures for Requesting an Accommodation(s)
Students needing accommodations are directed to make their requests to the following:
• Academic accommodations for certificate, AS and BS level courses: The student’s SA. Because course
requirements can vary greatly and a student’s desire to have an accommodation may change, students
must request academic accommodations each term.
• Academic accommodations for on-line, master’s or doctoral level courses: The SSC. Because course
requirements can vary greatly and a student’s desire to have an accommodation may change, students
must request academic accommodations each term.
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• Clinical sites and fieldwork placements: Directly to the clinical site or field work placement site. The
student should notify their SA, who will assist the student in identifying whom to contact at a clinical
site/ field work placement site to request an accommodation.
• Housing accommodations: The SA/SSC. Students are advised to provide notice of their disability
needs to the SA/SSC well in advance of their arrival to campus (preferably at, or before, the time of
their housing application), or in advance of when they will need a specific accommodation, in order to
allow time to make necessary and appropriate arrangements. Returning students must request housing
accommodations in advance of completing a new housing agreement. Previous accommodations
are not automatically extended. The student may be required to submit updated, current and
comprehensive documentation concerning the nature and extent of the disability.
• The use of service or assistance animals: The student’s SA/SSC.
• All other accommodations: The student should contact their SA/SSC.
Medical Documentation:
A student whose disability is not readily apparent must provide medical documentation of their disability
(“documentation”) to the SA/SSC. The documentation must include a specific diagnosis and describe the
functional limitations of the condition, particularly as it may affect the student’s participation/performance in
courses, programs, services, activities, or housing at NEIT. If the medical documentation provided is more than
three years old, NEIT may require a more recent evaluation. The student may supplement the initial medical
documentation with further information if they choose to do so.
Approval of Accommodations:
If the 504 Coordinator determines that a student is a qualified individual with a disability and that the
accommodation requested will allow the student to fully participate in the program, course or activity for which
the accommodation is requested, the SA/SSC in consultation with the student and the 504 Coordinator, will
review the student’s request and identify the accommodation(s) that will be provided to the student. NEIT is not
obligated to provide a student with the accommodation of their choice but with an accommodation which is
reasonable and effective. The 504 Coordinator will make the final determination as the accommodation to be
provided.
Once the specific accommodation(s) has been identified, the 504 Coordinator will issue a memo describing
the accommodation(s) to be provided. The SA/SSC will make arrangements for provision of the approved
accommodation(s). For academic accommodations, the SA/SSC will provide the faculty member teaching a
course(s) for which an accommodation(s) has been approved with a memo from the 504 Coordinator describing
the approved accommodation(s). The faculty member is responsible for providing the accommodation(s) that
has been approved by the 504 Coordinator.
Conflict Resolution Procedures:
Any student who believes that they have not been granted an accommodation to which they believe they are
entitled or who is faced with the situation where an accommodation is not being appropriately implemented,
should speak with their SA/SSC.
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ALCOHOL AND DRUG AMNESTY POLICY
The health and safety of every student at New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) is of utmost importance.
NEIT recognizes that students who have been drinking and/or using drugs (whether such use is voluntary or
involuntary) at the time that a medical emergency or an incident of violence occurs (including, but not limited to,
domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual assault) may be hesitant to report such incidents or to seek
medical attention for themselves or others due to fear of potential consequences for their own conduct. NEIT
strongly encourages students to report incidents of violence to institution officials or to seek immediate medical
attention. A bystander acting in good faith, or a reporting individual acting in good faith, who either discloses
any incident of violence to NEIT’s officials or law enforcement or who seeks medical attention for himself/herself
or another person, will not be subject to the provisions of NEIT’s Student Conduct Policy for violations of alcohol-
and/or drug-use policies occurring at or near the time of the commission of the incident of violence or medical
emergency.
Students who seek and receive medical attention in such situations will be required to complete certain
educational and/or counseling interventions and will also be subject to all fees related to their medical care.
Failure to complete these referrals will be treated as a conduct matter.
ALCOHOL POLICY
NEIT prohibits the possession, use, or distribution of alcohol by students on NEIT property or in NEIT buildings
or at NEIT sanctioned off-campus functions and activities regardless of the age of the student. Students are
subject to disciplinary action if they possess, use, distribute alcohol on-campus, or at NEIT sanctioned off-campus
functions or passively allow the distribution or consumption of alcohol to take place anywhere on NEIT property,
including their residence hall room. NEIT further prohibits the possession, by students, of empty alcohol
containers as well as alcohol paraphernalia, including but not limited to, beer bongs, funnels, shot glasses and
items used for drinking games, such as beer pong tables.
The legal drinking age in Rhode Island is 21 years of age. Any student under the age of 21 who purchases or
knowingly possesses an alcoholic beverage on- or off-campus is in violation of state law and in violation of NEIT
policy. Any student who furnishes an alcoholic beverage to a person under age 21 years of age is also in violation
of state law and in violation of NEIT policy.
In addition to unauthorized possession, use or distribution of alcohol listed above, disruptive behavior and/or
damage related to the consumption of alcohol is also in violation of NEIT policy and will be treated under NEIT’s
Student Conduct Policy and/or criminal laws.
ANIMALS ON CAMPUS POLICY
Animals are not allowed on campus (including parking lots) unless authorized by the Executive Vice President.
This policy does not apply to animals that are required for:
• Use in classroom or lab as a component of the course curriculum subject to the prior written approval of
OTL,
• “Service animals” necessary to perform specific tasks for the benefit of individuals with disabilities, or,
• “Assistance animals” determined to provide emotional support to residence hall students with approved
accommodations.
The use of service animals is allowed in all areas of the university where members of the public, participants in
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services, programs or activities, or invitees are normally allowed to go, unless it would fundamentally alter the
nature of the goods, services, programs, or activities provided by the university or is prohibited by health laws
(i.e., food preparation areas, sterile laboratories, etc.).
The use of an assistance animal is only allowed in a student’s assigned residence hall room and is not allowed in
any other area of the residence hall or in any other university-controlled buildings, or outside upon university
property except as is needed to enter and exit the campus or toilet the animal.
A student wishing to request the use of a service animal or an assistance animal on campus must follow NEIT’s
procedures for requesting an accommodation, which can be found in this Handbook. With respect to a request
for the use of a service or an assistance animal, NEIT will determine, on a case-by-case basis, and in accordance
with applicable laws and regulations, whether such animal is a reasonable accommodation on campus.
Responsibilities of Individuals Using Service or Assistance Animals on Campus:
• Care and Supervision: Care and supervision of the animal are the sole responsibility of the person who
benefits from the animal’s use. The person is required to maintain full control of the animal at all times.
The person will be individually and exclusively responsible for all aspects of the caring, feeding, health,
and well- being of the animal. The person is also responsible for ensuring the cleanup of the animal’s
waste and, when appropriate, must toilet the animal in areas designated by NEIT.
• Licensing: The animal must meet all applicable state and town licensing requirements. NEIT reserves the
right to request documentation that the animal has been licensed.
• Health: The animal must be kept clean and healthy and be immunized according to Rhode Island law.
Preventive measures should be taken at all times for flea, tick, and odor control.
• Leash: Animals must be harnessed, leashed, or inside a carrier device, unless these devices interfere with
the service animal’s work or the individual’s disability prevents using these devices. In that case, the
individual must maintain control of the animal through voice, signal, or other effective controls.
• Damage: The owner of a service or assistance animal is solely responsible for and agrees to accept and
incur any and all liability and legal damages awarded to any third party as a result of bodily injury to
persons or damage to NEIT’s or another’s property caused by his or her service or assistance animal.
• If fleas, ticks or other pests are detected, the animal shall be immediately removed from the residence
hall and/or campus until such time as the Service Animal’s Owner provides proof that the animal has
been treated and, for residential student owners, that the residence has been treated using approved
fumigation methods by an NEIT-approved pest control service. The Animal Owner will be billed for the
expense of any pest treatment. NEIT shall have the right to bill the Animal Owner’s NEIT account for
unmet obligations under this provision.
• Appropriate Animal Behavior in Public Settings: The animal will not be allowed to sniff people, tables in
eating areas, or the personal belongings of others; initiate contact with someone without the owner’s
direct permission; or, display any disruptive or aggressive behaviors or noises.
• Both service and assistance animals may be excluded from the campus and campus buildings if they
pose either an undue hardship or a direct threat to guests or members of the campus community.
• This policy also does not apply to fish in fish tanks in residence hall rooms which are 5 gallons and under
and meet the conditions set forth below.
• The fish cannot pose a danger to people.
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The fish tank must be kept clean at all times.
The fish tank must be kept in the student’s room, and not in a bathroom.
The fish tank must be removed if the student will be away from their room for more than 3 days, unless the
student has made arrangements with another student to maintain the fish tank during their absence.
CHILDREN ON CAMPUS
NEIT seeks to provide an environment which is conducive to study and work. NEIT classrooms, labs and
workspaces, while presenting no practical risk to adults, may present hazards to children. Accordingly, children
are not allowed in the work environment or in classrooms except in emergency situations with the approval
of the employee’s supervisor and must be under the constant supervision of a responsible adult at all times to
protect the safety of the child and to avoid disruptions in the work or classroom environment.
COMMUNICABLE DISEASES (INCLUDING COVID 19)
New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) aims to deliver its mission while protecting the health and safety
of its students, faculty, staff and the community while minimizing the potential spread of disease within our
community. Communicable diseases are diseases or illnesses that can be transmitted from one human to
another.
An inherent risk of exposure to communicable disease, including but not limited to COVID-19, exists in any public
or communal place where people are present, including shared living spaces such as apartments and residence
halls.
In accordance with the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) regulations, the following immunizations
are required of all entering full-time students: Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis Vaccine, Measles, Mumps and
Rubella Vaccine, Varicella (chickenpox) Vaccine, Hepatitis B Vaccine, and Meningococcal Vaccine (students under
the age of 22 only), unless the student is exempt from the immunization requirements because of medical or
religious reasons. Students are required to provide documentation that the student has completed the required
immunizations.
In addition to the immunization requirements above it is strongly recommended that all students follow CDC
guidelines for COVID-19 vaccination which recommend that everyone be up to date with COVID-19 vaccines
including booster doses.
All students are required to comply with all health and safety policies, procedures, and communications issued
by NEIT. Students who do not comply with the provisions of NEIT’s health and safety policies, procedures,
and communications will be subject to disciplinary action, including, but not limited to losing their housing
privileges or application of disciplinary sanctions up to and including dismissal from the university.
DRUG POLICY
NEIT prohibits the unlawful manufacture, possession, dispensing, use or distribution of controlled substances
and illicit drugs, marijuana (in any quantity, including less than one ounce) and medical marijuana on NEIT
property or in NEIT buildings or at NEIT sanctioned off-campus functions and activities
Although Rhode Island has legalized the recreational use of cannabis for adults over the age of 21, New England
Institute of Technology (NEIT) is subject to federal laws that expressly prohibit the possession, use or distribution
of cannabis on university property or as part of university-sponsored events.
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The Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act and the Drug Free Workplace Act both condition NEIT’s receipt of
federal funding, including student financial aid, on the university’s implementation of programs and policies to
prohibit the use of any illegal drug. Cannabis remains an illegal drug under federal law, and therefore cannot be
permitted on campus for recreational or medical purposes.
Accordingly, university policies that prohibit the possession, use or distribution of cannabis on university-owned
property or as part of any university sponsored event or activity, remain in full force and effect.
Students are subject to disciplinary action if they passively allow the use or distribution of controlled substances
and illicit drugs, marijuana and medical marijuana to take place anywhere on NEIT property, including their
residence hall room. NEIT prohibits the possession of drug paraphernalia, including but not limited to, bongs,
Hookahs/water pipes, bowls, pipes, and syringes (other than for use with prescription medications).
Students who violate this policy are subject to the sanctions listed in the Student Conduct Policy. Decisions
regarding disciplinary sanctions against a student for the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illegal
drugs or alcohol will be rendered after investigation by the Vice President for Student Support Services or their
designee.
ELEVATORS
Abrupt movement in an elevator, to include jumping and pushing, may disable an elevator. If this happens,
occupants must wait for repair technicians or emergency personnel to respond to release them from the
elevator. Occupants should never attempt to exit a disabled elevator that is not fully stopped on a floor.
Students who are found to have intentionally disabled an elevator will be charged a fee of $500 and may also
be charged with the costs incurred by NEIT to repair the elevator and/or release the occupants. Students who
intentionally disable an elevator may face disciplinary action.
HAZING POLICY
“Hazing” is prohibited at NEIT. Hazing means any conduct or method of initiation into any student organization,
whether on public or private property, which willfully or recklessly endangers the physical or mental health
of any student or other person. This conduct shall include, but not be limited to, whipping; beating; branding;
forced calisthenics; exposure to the weather; forced consumption of any food, liquor, beverage, drug, or other
substance; or any brutal treatment or forced physical activity which is likely to adversely affect the physical
health or safety of the student or any other person, or which subjects the student or other person to extreme
mental stress, including extended deprivation of sleep or rest or extended isolation.
NOTIFICATION OF STUDENT RIGHTS TO PRIVACY
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended (“FERPA”) affords students certain rights
with respect to their educational records. (Educational records are those records directly related to a student
and maintained by the institution or by a party acting for the institution). An “eligible student” under FERPA is a
student who is 18 years of age or older or who attends a postsecondary institution. An eligible student’s rights
include:
1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days after the day the New
England Institute of Technology (“NEIT”) receives a request for access. A student should submit to the
Registrar’s Office, a written request that identifies the record(s) the student wishes to inspect. The Registrar
will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may
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be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the school official to whom the request was submitted,
that official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed.
When a record contains information about more than one student, the student may inspect and review
only those records which relate to the student.
NEIT is not required to provide copies of records unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is impossible
for eligible students to review the records. The fee for copies is $0.50 per page. Notwithstanding,
transcripts will not be released if the student has a balance due on his or her student account.
Information concerning retention, safety, security, and disposal of records can be found in NEIT’s Written
Information Security Policy (WISP) published in the Student Handbook. A student’s official transcript,
which is maintained by the Registrar, is a permanent academic record.
2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the student believes are
inaccurate or misleading or otherwise in violation of the student’s privacy rights under FERPA.
A student who wishes to ask NEIT to amend a record should write the Vice President for Student Support
Services, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it should be changed.
If NEIT decides not to amend the record as requested, NEIT will notify the student in writing of the
decision and the student’s right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional
information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right
to a hearing.
3. The right to provide written consent before the university discloses personally identifiable information
(PII) from the student’s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without
consent.
NEIT discloses education records without a student’s prior written consent when authorized by FERPA,
including to NEIT officials whom the university has determined to have legitimate educational interests. A
school official, typically includes a person employed by NEIT in an administrative, supervisory, academic,
research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff ); a person
serving on the board of trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or
grievance committee. A school official also may include a volunteer or contractor outside of NEIT who
performs an institutional service or function for which NEIT would otherwise use its own employees and
who is under the direct control of NEIT with respect to the use and maintenance of PII from education
records, such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent or a student volunteering to assist another NEIT
official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official
needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibilities for NEIT.
4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by NEIT to
comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue,
SW Washington, DC 20202
5. The right to refuse to permit the designation of any categories of personally identifiable information as
Directory Information. Directory Information is information about a student which the institution may
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disclose without prior written consent. NEIT has designated the following items as Directory Information:
a) name
b) address
c) telephone number
d) e-mail address
e) date and place of birth
f) enrollment status (undergraduate or graduate; full-time or part-time
g) program of study and terms attended
h) participation in officially recognized activities and sports
i) dates of attendance
J) degrees, certificates, awards and honors received (including dates conferred or received)
k) most recent previous educational agency or institution attended
l) photographic, video or electronic images of students taken and maintained by the university.
Any student wishing to exercise this right must notify the Registrar in writing (forms are available from the
Registrar).
FERPA permits the disclosure of PII from students’ education records, without consent of the student, if the
disclosure meets certain conditions found in §99.31 of the FERPA regulations.
Except for disclosures to School officials, disclosures related to some judicial orders or lawfully issued subpoenas,
disclosures of directory information, and disclosures to the student, §99.32 of FERPA regulations requires the
institution to record the disclosure. Eligible students have a right to inspect and review the record of disclosures.
A postsecondary institution may disclose PII from the education records without obtaining prior written consent
of the student.
• To other School officials, including teachers, within the School whom the School has determined to have
legitimate educational interests. This includes contractors, consultants, volunteers, or other parties to
whom the school has outsourced institutional services or functions, provided that the conditions listed
in §99.31(a)(1)(i)(B)(1) - (a)(1)(i)(B)(2) are met. (§99.31(a)(1))
• To officials of another school where the student seeks or intends to enroll, or where the student is
already enrolled if the disclosure is for purposes related to the student’s enrollment or transfer, subject
to the requirements of §99.34. (§99.31(a)(2))
• To authorized representatives of the U. S. Comptroller General, the U. S. Attorney General, the U.S.
Secretary of Education, or State and local educational authorities, such as a State postsecondary
authority that is responsible for supervising the university’s State-supported education programs.
Disclosures under this provision may be made, subject to the requirements of §99.35, in connection
with an audit or evaluation of Federal- or State-supported education programs, or for the enforcement
of or compliance with Federal legal requirements that relate to those programs. These entities may
make further disclosures of PII to outside entities that are designated by them as their authorized
representatives to conduct any audit, evaluation, or enforcement or compliance activity on their behalf.
(§§99.31(a)(3) and 99.35)
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• In connection with financial aid for which the student has applied or which the student has received,
if the information is necessary to determine eligibility for the aid, determine the amount of the aid,
determine the conditions of the aid, or enforce the terms and conditions of the aid. (§99.31(a)(4))
• To organizations conducting studies for, or on behalf of, the School, in order to: (a) develop, validate, or
administer predictive tests; (b) administer student aid programs; or (c) improve instruction. (§99.31(a)(6))
• To accrediting organizations to carry out their accrediting functions. ((§99.31(a)(7)) · To parents of an
eligible student if the student is a dependent for IRS tax purposes. (§99.31(a)(8))
• To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena. (§99.31(a)(9)) · To appropriate officials in
connection with a health or safety emergency, subject to §99.36. (§99.31(a)(10)) · Information the school
has designated as “directory information” under §99.37. (§99.31(a)(11))
• To a victim of an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence or a non-forcible sex offense, subject to the
requirements of §99.39. The disclosure may only include the final results of the disciplinary proceeding
with respect to that alleged crime or offense, regardless of the finding. (§99.31(a)(13))
• To the general public, the final results of a disciplinary proceeding, subject to the requirements of
§99.39, if the school determines the student is an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence or non-
forcible sex offense and the student has committed a violation of the school’s rules or policies with
respect to the allegation made against him or her. (§99.31(a)(14))
• To parents of a student regarding the student’s violation of any Federal, State, or local law, or of any
rule or policy of the school, governing the use or possession of alcohol or a controlled substance if the
school determines the student committed a disciplinary violation and the student is under the age of 21.
(99.31(a)(15))
POLICY AGAINST UNLAWFUL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION
Unlawful Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation are prohibited: The goals of New England Institute of
Technology are based upon a fundamental commitment to treat employees and students with dignity and
respect. New England Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age,
disability, status as a veteran, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression,
in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, or other
school-administered programs or in any phase of its employment process. Sexual and gender-based harassment
and sexual violence are forms of sex discrimination.
The university has designated Scott Freund, Executive Vice President, to coordinate the university’s efforts to
comply with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
and other laws, orders and regulations governing discrimination. Any questions or concerns regarding Title IX,
Section 504 or other federal, state or local laws related to discrimination should be directed to:
Scott Freund,
Executive Vice President, New England Institute of Technology,
One New England Tech Boulevard,
East Greenwich, Rhode Island 02818, Tel. 401-739- 5000.
Unlawful Harassment: Unlawful harassment is a type of discrimination that demeans or threatens a person
on the basis of characteristics that are protected by law. Unlawful harassment includes verbal, physical and
visual forms of harassment. Unlawful harassment is demeaning and degrading. It can affect an individual’s self-
esteem and can have a negative impact on performance at work or in class. It can make an individual feel angry,
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powerless and fearful. Verbal harassment includes conduct such as epithets, insults and derogatory comments.
Physical harassment includes conduct such as assault, impeding or blocking movement or any physical
interference with normal work or movement. Visual forms of harassment include derogatory posters, cartoons or
drawings.
Discrimination: Discrimination is any treatment – including harassment – on the basis of a protected
characteristic. NEIT does not engage in and will not tolerate harassment or discrimination based on race, color,
religion, national and ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or any
other criterion specified by federal, state or local laws.
Retaliation: Retaliation is an act of intimidation, harassment, or reprisal against an individual for initiating a
good faith complaint, participating in any proceeding under this policy, or for otherwise exercising their rights
under this policy or the law.
Responsibilities of Administrative and Supervisory Employees: All Administrative and Supervisory
employees are responsible for creating an atmosphere free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. If an
Administrative or Supervisory employee observes any acts of discrimination and/or harassment, he/she has the
explicit responsibility and duty to inform the offender that the conduct must stop in order to prevent any further
such discrimination or harassment. If the conduct does not stop, he/she shall notify the Executive Vice President
who will take immediate and appropriate action necessary to stop the behavior, which may include, but is not
limited to, assigning the matter to a Complaint Resolution Officer.
Responsibilities of Students and Employees: Employees and students are responsible for respecting the rights
of other members of the NEIT community, including co-workers and fellow students. Any employee or student
who feels she or he is being unlawfully harassed or discriminated against should, whenever possible, inform
the offender that the conduct is unwelcome and must stop. If the conduct does not stop or if the individual
chooses not to inform the off ender that the conduct is unwelcome and must stop, the individual should follow
the procedures outlined in NEIT’s Complaint Resolution & Disciplinary Procedures for Incidents of Unlawful
Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation set forth below.
Consensual Romantic or Sexual Relationships: No faculty member shall have a romantic or sexual relationship
with a student who is enrolled in a course being taught by the faculty member or whose academic or work-study
work is being supervised by the faculty member. No supervisor shall have a romantic or sexual relationship with
a student or employee who is supervised by the supervisor.
RETALIATION PROHIBITED
It is unlawful to retaliate against an employee or student for filing a complaint of unlawful harassment,
or discrimination or for cooperating in an investigation of a complaint for unlawful harassment and/or
discrimination. NEIT will not tolerate any retaliation against any employee or student for participating in the
investigation or of making an allegation of unlawful harassment or discrimination. However, if after investigating
anycomplaint,NEITdeterminesthatthecomplaintisnotbonafideorthecomplainanthas provided false information,
disciplinary action may be taken against the complainant or individual who gave false information.
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COMPLAINT RESOLUTION AND DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES FOR
INCIDENTS OF UNLAWFUL HARASSMENT, DISCRIMINATION OR RETALIATION
Any employee, student or applicant for employment or admission to NEIT who feels unlawfully harassed or
discriminated or who has been retaliated against or knows or suspects the occurrence of unlawful harassment,
discrimination or retaliation should immediately contact a designated Complaint Contact Person (CCP).
* To report incidences of Title IX Prohibited Conduct (dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault,
stalking,sexdiscrimination,orsexualharassment),seeNEIT’sTitleIXReporting, Investigation, and Grievance
Procedures below.
Designated Complaint Contact Persons (CCPs):
CCP Location Extension
Danielle Lavendier Student Support Services, East Greenwich Campus, Rm N201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3336
Lee Peebles Student Support Services, East Greenwich Campus, Rm N201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3414
Liz Robberson Student Support Services, East Greenwich Campus, Rm N201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3440
Tim Shirley Student Support Services, 101 Access Road Campus Bldg. AC, Rm 202E . . . . . . 3421
Kristen Tomlan Student Support Services, East Greenwich Campus, Rm N201 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3311
Danielly Jamous Residence Life, Residence Hall, Rm 154 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3529
The CCPs are available to serve as a resource to any individual who has an unlawful harassment, or discrimination
complaint or inquiry. The CCPs have information about NEIT policies and procedures, options available for
resolution of complaints, and confidentiality requirements.
Complaint Procedures: Any employee, student or applicant for employment or admission to NEIT who wishes
to file an unlawful harassment, discrimination or retaliation complaint should do so with a CCP. Upon receipt
of a complaint, the CCP will forward the complaint to the Executive Vice President unless the CCP receives a
complaint against the Executive Vice President in which case, he/she shall forward the complaint to the President
who will then act in the place of the Executive Vice President in these proceedings. The Executive Vice President
upon receipt of the complaint shall designate a Complaint Resolution Officer (CRO) and forward the complaint or
report to the CRO for investigation.
NEIT will investigate any alleged incidence of unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation and will make
a determination as to whether a violation of NEIT’s Policy Against Unlawful Harassment, Discrimination, and
Retaliation has occurred. The goal of the Complaint Resolution & Disciplinary Procedures is to stop the behavior,
prevent its recurrence, and remedy its effects.
Investigation Procedures and Recommendation: Upon receipt of a complaint of unlawful harassment,
discrimination, or retaliation, the CRO will undertake a prompt, fair, impartial investigation, and resolution. In
determining whether the alleged conduct constitutes unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation, the
CRO will consider the facts and surrounding circumstances in which the alleged incidents occurred. The standard
to be used in these proceedings shall be clear and convincing evidence.
The CRO’s investigation may consist of personal interviews with the complainant, the respondent(s), and others
who may have knowledge of the alleged incident(s) or circumstances giving rise to the complaint.
The investigation may also involve any other methods and documents deemed pertinent by the CRO. The
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complainant and the respondent may provide the CRO with names of witnesses and any other pertinent
information. Each person interviewed will be reminded of their duty to provide information and will be advised
that he/she is to keep what is said in the interview confidential and not to discuss what was said with others. It is
the policy of NEIT that interviews will be done privately with each individual with no one else in attendance.
After the investigation has been completed, the CRO will prepare a written report containing their determination
as to whether there was a violation of NEIT’s Policy Against Unlawful Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation.
The CRO will forward a copy of the written report to the Executive Vice President. In the event that, during the
course of the investigation and unrelated to the complaint, other matters occurred that require attention, the
Executive Vice President, at their discretion, may take action as necessary.
Disciplinary Action or Sanctions: If the CRO determines that there has been a violation of NEIT’s Policy Against
Unlawful Harassment, Discrimination, or Retaliation, the Executive Vice President, in consultation with such
other members of the administrative staff as he/she deems necessary, shall determine appropriate disciplinary
action or sanctions to be taken against the respondent. The goal of the disciplinary action or sanctions is to
stop the behavior, prevent its recurrence, and remedy its effects. Disciplinary action or sanctions may include,
but are not limited to, training, referral to counseling, sanctions listed under NEIT’s Student Conduct Policy,
warning, reprimand, withholding of a promotion or pay increase, reassignment, suspension from school or from
employment without pay, dismissal from NEIT or termination of employment, as NEIT believes appropriate under
the circumstances.
The Executive Vice President will disclose in a timely manner, in writing to complainant and respondent, the
disposition of the complaint including a description of any actions taken in resolution of the complaint.
The contact information for state and federal agencies responsible for enforcement of laws against unlawful
discrimination and harassment is as follows: The State of Rhode Island Commission for Human Rights, 10 Abbott Park
Place, Providence, R.I. 02903-3768, (401) 222-2661 and The United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission,
John F. Kennedy Building, 475 Government Center, Boston, Massachusetts 02203, (617) 565-3200.
REFUND POLICY
1. Any refunds of tuition, student and lab fees, and meal plans for resident students are calculated on an
academic term basis.
2. Students who withdraw from NEIT must notify the Registrar’s Office in writing. Absence from class does not
constitute withdrawal. Tuition and fees refunds are pro-rated based on the following schedule:
• Written notification received by the Registrar:
• In the first week* of class, will result in a refund of 75% of the term’s tuition and fees.
• In the second week* of class, will result in a refund of 50% of the term’s tuition and fees.
• In the third week* of class, will result in a refund of 25% of the term’s tuition and fees.
• After the third week* of class, will result in no refund.
3, Resident students who withdraw from NEIT or who plan to move out of NEIT housing for other reasons
must immediately notify the Office of Residence Life by completing the Housing Move-Out Form located
in My Housing on the Student Website. Moving out of the residence hall or not staying in one’s assigned
room does not constitute withdrawal from housing. Students who assume residence in on-campus
housing in any given term are responsible for all room charges for that term. There are no refunds.
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Meal plan refunds are pro-rated based on the following schedule for resident students who withdraw from NEIT:
• In the first week* of class, will result in a refund of 75% of the term’s meal plan.
• In the second week* of class, will result in a refund of 50% of the term’s meal plan.
• In the third week* of class, will result in a refund of 25% of the term’s meal plan.
• After the third week* of class, will result in no refund.++++++
Resident students who remain enrolled at NEIT and change to commuter status during an academic term must
use their remaining meal plan balance before the end of the term in which they move out of the residence hall;
and, they must use the remaining dining flex dollars before the end of the academic year (three consecutive
academic terms). There will be no refunds of meal plans or flex dollars.
4. Commuter students may purchase a declining balance meal plan from Chartwells, the company that
provides food services at NEIT. Information about commuter students’ meal plan refunds can be found on
Chartwells’ website, Dineoncampus.com/NETech.
* Note: A week is an academic week, which begins on Sunday and ends on Saturday. An academic term is
comprised of ten (10) weeks.
RIGHT TO SEARCH POLICY
New England Institute of Technology strives to provide a safe and secure environment for all members of the
NEIT community. In an effort to provide such an environment, it may be necessary, on occasion, to search NEIT
property including but not limited to drawers, lockers, desks, offices, closets, residence hall rooms, refrigerators,
computers and information stored in NEIT computers, NEIT data storage devices, and file cabinets. NEIT reserves
the right to conduct such searches as appropriate, including searches without the owner present.
When designated NEIT officials, in their sole judgment, suspect the possession or use of illegal or unauthorized
drugs, alcoholic beverages, firearms, weapons, or stolen property on campus, or in cases otherwise involving
some risk of harm, NEIT reserves the right to search an individual’s personal belongings that are on NEIT
property. Such belongings might include but are not limited to articles of clothing, purses, briefcases, bags, safes,
containers, and vehicles. If a personal belonging(s) to be searched is locked inside of an item, the individual is
required to open it when directed by a Designated NEIT Official. If the individual refuses to remove a lock from a
personal item, and in NEIT’s reasonable determination there is an eminent risk of harm, NEIT reserves the right to
open the locked item. If there is no eminent risk of harm, NEIT reserves the right to confiscate the item until such
time as the matter is resolved. If more than 3 months pass before the matter is resolved due to the individual’s
lack of cooperation in the matter, NEIT reserves the right to open and/or discard the locked item and its contents.
If the locked item is owned by NEIT, such as residence hall furniture and individual lockers, NEIT reserves the right
to break the lock to conduct a search. NEIT Designated NEIT officials include Public Safety staff and Residence Life
staff (only when the search is within the residence hall).
SMOKING POLICY
State law prohibits smoking inside of NEIT’s buildings or any outside area where smoke can migrate into a
building.
Smoking is not permitted in any building on the East Greenwich campus or within 50 feet of any building
entrance or exit. Smoking is not permitted on any patio, recreation field, athletic location, or on the green
between One New England Tech Blvd and the residence hall. Smoking is not permitted in the residence hall, in
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the front of the residence hall, in the residence hall courtyard or patio or within 50 feet of any exterior wall of the
residence hall.
Smoking is not permitted in any building on the Post Road and Access Road campuses or within 50 feet of any
building entrance or exit.
NEIT’s restrictions on smoking also apply to hookahs and electronic cigarettes, also known as e-cigarettes,
personal vaporizers (PV), and electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS).
SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY
While NEIT will not proactively monitor personal web sites, social networking sites, blogs, online video hosting
sites, and other such Internet information repositories for student conduct violations, NEIT will address student
conduct violations that are reported to NEIT. If, in the course of the investigation, violations of law or NEIT policy
are identified, the student(s) may face a disciplinary response as outlined in the Student Conduct section of this
Handbook.
SOLICITATION POLICY
Solicitation includes the following: Soliciting or seeking to obtain membership in or support for any organization
or cause; requesting contributions; posting or distributing pamphlets, petitions, advertising materials, circulars
and the like of any kind; selling, purchasing or offering goods and services for sale or purchase; fundraising;
promoting on- or off-campus services and events or other similar activities; or, engaging in any other conduct
relating to any outside business interests or for-profit or personal economic benefit or other similar purposes
on NEIT property or using NEIT resources (including, without limitation, bulletin boards, electronic monitors,
computers, mail, e-mail, text messages, social media, telecommunication systems, photocopiers, telephone lists
and NEIT databases).
Solicitation by students or student organizations is permitted only with the prior written approval of the NEIT
Director of Student Activities. Solicitation which has been approved is limited to public areas of NEIT’s facilities.
Public areas include student lounges, dining areas, Tech Way, patios, lawn areas, the campus green and
designated portions of some NEIT buildings and recreation areas.
Solicitation in residence halls by residents, guests, or vendors is prohibited, with the exception of solicitation
in conjunction with approved student organization activities where prior approval has been granted by the
Director of Residence Life, in consultation with the Director of Student Activities.
The Executive Vice President retains ultimate decision-making authority in regard to all solicitations at the
university.
STUDENT ASSEMBLY POLICY
A request by an NEIT student(s) or an NEIT student organization to hold an event that could be otherwise
construed as an assembly (rally, march, demonstration, protest, or sit-in) must receive prior written approval
by the Vice President for Student Support Services or their designee. Such assembly may not interfere with or
disrupt the orderly conduct of NEIT teaching and learning, business, or other activities, or infringe on the rights
of others. Limitations, as determined by the Vice President for Student Support Services, may be placed on the
time, place, and manner of any assembly on campus. Persons who are not NEIT students are not permitted to
participate in assemblies on NEIT’s campus. In the event the area in which the assembly is held is not restored
to its original condition, the organizer will be responsible for the costs of restoring the area to it is original
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condition. Assemblies that fail to follow this policy may subject participants to disciplinary action up to and
including dismissal from NEIT.
STUDENT CONDUCT POLICY
A major objective at NEIT is to protect and preserve the quality of the educational environment for everyone. This
objective entails two basic expectations:
• That the NEIT community expects high standards of respect, civility, integrity, and responsibility from all
of its members (community standards).
• That each student is responsible for their conduct, and that continuation as a student is conditional
upon compliance with the requirements expressed or implied in this policy.
It is expected that each member of the university community will responsibly participate in a cooperative
learning experience. To ensure the success of this experience, the university requires a community which
encourages mutual respect.
NEIT officials are charged with the welfare of all students. It is in this regard that NEIT reserves the right to take
necessary and appropriate action to protect the well-being and safety of the campus community.
Disregard on the part of the student for the university’s rules, regulations or policies, or exhibition of behavior by
a student, on- or off-campus, or behavior in an electronic medium that in the sole judgment of university officials
demonstrates a serious lack of respect for other members of the campus community, adversely affects the
interests of the university or that could be considered a potential safety threat to the campus community, may
require the immediate application of disciplinary action with sanctions up to and including dismissal. This policy
applies to all students enrolled, in any capacity, at NEIT.
It is neither possible nor necessary to specify every instance of misconduct that could result in disciplinary
action. Grounds for the application of sanctions as disciplinary action include but are not limited to:
• Violating NEIT’s policies found in the NEIT Student Handbook and Catalog;
• Violating the Alcohol and Drug Policy;
• Violating community standards;
• Possessing weapons;
• Creating a fire hazard/arson;
• Hazing;
• Falsifying information/identification;
• Unauthorized use of the NEIT logo/name;
• Abusing the student conduct system, e.g., intimidating witnesses and making false reports;
• Refusing to cooperate during the investigation of an incident that is conducted under this policy;
• Sexual misconduct (Incidences of sexual misconduct are handled under NEIT’s Title IX Reporting,
Investigation and Grievance Procedures)
• Discrimination/harassment/retaliation (Incidences of unlawful harassment, discrimination, or retaliation
are handled under NEIT’s Policy Against Unlawful Harassment, Discrimination, and Retaliation);
• Attempted or actual use of electronic devices that invade a person’s privacy;
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• Endangering behavior – behavior that threatens or endangers the health or safety of the community
or individuals or creates a reasonable fear that such a result will occur, including but not limited to
acts or threats made directly or indirectly by oral or written words, drawings, gestures or symbols that
communicate a direct or indirect threat of physical or mental harm.
• Complicity, through act or omission, in assisting another student, individual or group in committing or
attempting to commit a violation of this Student Conduct Policy;
• Physical violence/assault, including the intent to cause harm;
• Bullying;
• Threats;
• Theft and attempted theft;
• Non-compliance with the requests of university officials, Department of Public Safety officials, law
enforcement or fire officials acting in the performance of their duties, and failure of the student to
identify him/herself to these persons when requested to do so;
• Vandalism and attempted vandalism, property damage, including graffiti;
• Disruptive, disorderly or indecent behavior;
• Gambling;
• Unauthorized entry and attempted entry;
• Possession of fireworks on campus;
• Use of drones on campus unless the use is required for an NEIT class or an NEIT-sanctioned student club
project, or written consent has been provided by the Executive Vice President;
• Reckless driving on NEIT property or near the university’s entrances/exits;
• Violations of local, state or federal law; and,
• Failure to exhibit good citizenship and respect for the campus community, both on- and off-campus as
determined in the sole judgment of university officials.
Reports of Student Misconduct and Individuals
Responsible for Conducting Investigations
Reports of violations of the Student Conduct Policy occurring within the Residence Hall or on the Residence Hall
property (courtyard, entrance areas, etc.) shall be made to the Office of Residence Life. (If a staff member in the
Office of Residence Life cannot be immediately contacted, reports of violations shall be made to the Department
of Public Safety.) The Director of Residence Life or their designee* will investigate the reported violations.
Investigations may be done in collaboration with the Department of Public Safety.
Reports of violations of the Student Conduct Policy or behavior wherever they occur that could be considered
a criminal action or public safety threat to the campus community shall be made to the Department of Public
Safety. The Director of Public Safety or their designee** will investigate the reported violations or behavior.
Investigations may be conducted in collaboration with the Office of Residence Life or the Office of Student
Support Services.
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All other reports of violations of NEIT’s rules, regulations or policies, or exhibition of behavior by a student, on-or
off-campus, or in any electronic medium, that demonstrates a serious lack of respect for other members of the
campus community, or adversely affects the interests of the university, shall be made to the Office of Student
Support Services. The Director of Student Life or their designee* will investigate the reported violations.
Investigations may be conducted in collaboration with the Department of Public Safety.
For reports of academic violations, see the Academic Integrity Policy in this Student Handbook.
For reports of sexual misconduct, see NEIT’s Title IX, Reporting, Investigation and Grievance Procedures in this
Student Handbook.
For reports of discrimination/harassment/retaliation see NEIT’s Policy Against Unlawful Harassment,
Discrimination, and Retaliation.
NEIT reserves the right to bypass the procedures in this Policy and to take immediate disciplinary action up to
and including dismissal from NEIT, if in the judgment of NEIT, a student presents an immediate safety threat to
the NEIT community or its members.
* The Vice President of Student Support Services, in their sole discretion, may assign investigations to any individual
representing one or more departments as they choose.
** Designees may include, but are not limited to Student Advisors, Residence Life Coordinator, Residence Life Graduate
Assistant, Resident Assistants or Department of Public Safety staff.
Investigations of Alleged Violation(s)
Upon the receipt of credible information that an alleged violation of NEIT policy has occurred, an investigation
will be conducted, as necessary. The person(s) investigating the alleged violation(s) may use any methods
deemed pertinent by them, including interviewing witnesses prior to meeting with the student.
Incidents involving more than one student may be resolved through a single meeting with all the students.
It is the policy of NEIT that meetings with the student and the NEIT personnel assigned to the investigation will
be done privately with no one else in attendance, unless in the sole discretion of NEIT, the circumstances of the
violation warrant that another NEIT employee(s) attend the meeting.
The focus of inquiry during the investigation shall be whether the student is or is not responsible for violating
NEIT’s Student Conduct Policy. Determinations of “responsible” or “not responsible” shall be based upon a
preponderance of the evidence, i.e., “more likely than not,” as determined by the individual(s) investigating the
alleged violation(s).
Deviations from prescribed procedures will not necessarily invalidate a decision of responsible or not responsible
unless the deviation(s) resulted in significant prejudice to the student or the university.
Immediate Interim Suspension
The Vice President for Student Support Services or their designee may impose an immediate interim suspension
at any time:
• to ensure the safety and well-being of members of the NEIT community or preservation of NEIT
property;
• to ensure the student’s own physical or emotional safety and well-being; or,
• if the student poses a credible threat of disruption of or interference with the normal operations of NEIT.
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During an interim suspension from school, the student will be prohibited from being on NEIT campuses and will
be denied access to NEIT activities, services, classes, facilities or privileges for which the student might otherwise
be eligible, as the Vice President for Student Support Services or their designee may determine to be appropriate.
During an interim suspension from housing, the student will be prohibited from being in the NEIT residence
hall and/or on the grounds of the residence hall, to include accessing the building or the grounds as a guest of a
resident.
The suspension shall extend until an investigation can be completed.
Absences from classes are not excused and academic work that is missed may only be made up with the consent
of the instructor if the student returns to NEIT within the same term he/she is suspended. Instructors are under
no obligation to allow work that the student missed during the suspension to be made up.
Mutual No Contact Orders
New England Institute of Technology may at any time, issue mutual No-Contact-Orders (NCO) prohibiting contact
between students when there exists a reasonable concern that physical or psychological harm may result from
such contact. NCOs can be issued verbally, electronically and/or in writing.
Student Notification of Charge of Violation of Student Conduct Policy
If after a review of the information acquired during an investigation there appears to be a violation(s) of the
Student Conduct Policy, the student(s) will be charged with violating the Student Conduct Policy and notified
either verbally, in writing or via electronic notice by a Student Advisor, the Director of Residence Life or designee.
The individual who sent notification to the student of a violation(s), or a designee, will schedule a Conduct
Meeting with the student(s) to review and provide the student(s) an opportunity to respond to the alleged
violation(s) charges. The Conduct Meeting may be held in person, by videoconference or by phone. Students are
required to attend the scheduled meeting(s) and to arrive on time. If there are circumstances beyond a student’s
control that would keep the student from attending the meeting(s), the student must call within 24 hours of
the meeting time, if possible, in order to provide an explanation and to reschedule. Students who do not attend
a scheduled meeting(s) will be subject to further disciplinary action. Failure to appear or call may result in a
determination being made as to whether or not the student was responsible for the alleged violation(s) and a
sanction(s) may be applied if the student is found responsible.
It is the policy of NEIT that Conduct Meetings with the student and the NEIT staff member conducting the
meeting will be done privately with no one else in attendance, unless in the sole discretion of NEIT, the
circumstances of the violation warrant that another NEIT employee(s) attend the meeting.
The individual conducting the Conduct Meeting will review with the student(s) the charges of misconduct
and provide the student the right to respond to the charges, hear any evidence in support of the charges, and
provide evidence against the charges, including the names of witnesses and any other pertinent information.
If the individual(s) conducting the meeting determines during the meeting that the student did violate the
Student Conduct Policy, the student may be told then of the disciplinary sanction(s) to be applied.
Disposition and Sanctions
If the individual conducting the conduct meeting determines that the student is not responsible for a violation(s)
of the Student Conduct Policy, the student will be notified either verbally, in writing or via electronic notice by
that individual that the matter has been dismissed.
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If a sanction is imposed, other than a verbal warning, the student will receive in a timely manner a written
disposition from the individual who conducted the Conduct Meeting or from the Director of Residence Life,
Residence Life Coordinator, Residence Life Graduate Assistant, Director of Student Life, or the VP for Student
Support Services, which shall include any disciplinary actions to be taken.
Disciplinary Action
Disciplinary action will be based upon the nature and severity of the matter and on general principles of fair
treatment. Disciplinary actions will take into account the effect of the conduct on members of the campus
community, the interests of the university, the potential safety to the campus community, the student’s
disciplinary history, and/or whether disciplinary actions such as warnings or loss of privileges are likely to change
the student’s conduct. While every attempt will be made to fairly and consistently administer its disciplinary
procedures, NEIT will also seek to be responsive to the facts and circumstances of each individual case. Some
disciplinary actions may be more punitive than others due to the seriousness of the offense.
Any student who feels he or she was unfairly disciplined or dismissed may petition the Executive Vice President
in writing as published in the Appeals Process section set forth below. The student’s petition must be made
within 7 business days of receiving the disposition of the student’s violation.
Sanctions for Student Misconduct
If a student is found in violation of the Student Conduct Policy, one or more of the following sanctions will be applied
to the student. The Vice President for Student Support Services or their designee, which may include the individual(s)
who conducted the investigation and/or the Conduct Meeting, has the authority to impose these sanctions.
Sanctions are designed to deter students from future similar behavior, prevent further misconduct, eliminate a
hostile environment, and promote NEIT’s expectation that after the student receives a sanction(s), the student
will stop the inappropriate behavior and show responsible actions toward NEIT and the members of the
community going forward.
SANCTIONS (IN ALPHABETICAL ORDER)
Disciplinary Probation
A student will remain on disciplinary probation for a specified period of time. While on disciplinary probation, the
student is given the opportunity to modify unacceptable behavior, to complete any discretionary sanctions, and
to demonstrate a positive contribution to the NEIT community. A student on probation may also lose privileges
that otherwise may be available to him/her. The student is made aware that any subsequent violations of the
Student Conduct Policy may result in disciplinary action up to and including dismissal.
Discretionary Sanctions
These include, but are not limited to, completing a writing assignment, service to the university or community, or
completion of an educational program relevant to the student’s violation. The fee for completing an educational
program is the student’s responsibility.
Dismissal
This sanction results in the student being permanently separated from NEIT. The student is responsible for all
financial obligations to NEIT, no refunds are made, and the student will suffer the academic consequences of his/
her actions.
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Loss of Privileges
This sanction places restrictions on NEIT activities, services, classes, transportation and/or facilities (including
housing) for a specified period of time. Such restrictions include but are not limited to: attendance in classes;
housing in the residence hall as well as residency in a particular room, pod or hallway; participation in housing
selection; residence hall guest privileges; use of NEIT support services or electronic resources; access to NEIT
transportation; and participation in student activities or NEIT organizations.
Restitution
Restitution is compensation required of students who engage in the theft, misuse, damage, or destruction of
institutional or private property. The amount of restitution is dependent on the extent of damage as well as what
is determined to be the most appropriate way for a student to make amends for the damage he/she caused.
Certain violations, such as pulling a fire alarm or engaging in any prohibited activity that activates a fire alarm,
may result in monetary penalties, which must be paid by the date specified when the sanction is given.
Suspension
This sanction results in the student being separated from NEIT for a specified length of time.
The student will be prohibited from being on NEIT campuses and will be denied access to NEIT activities,
services, classes, facilities or privileges for which the student might otherwise be eligible. Absences from classes
are not excused and academic work that is missed may only be made up with the consent of the instructor if the
student returns to NEIT within the same term he/she is suspended. Instructors are under no obligation to allow
work that the student missed during their suspension to be made up. The student is responsible for all financial
obligations to NEIT; no refunds are made.
Verbal Warning
This sanction is typically utilized for first-time, low-level violations and includes a discussion with the student to
review how the student’s behavior had an impact on the NEIT community, NEIT’s expectations for the behavior of
its students and how the student can avoid future inappropriate behavior.
Written Warning
This sanction results in a formal written notification to the student documenting that he/she is in violation of the
Student Conduct Policy and that any subsequent violations of the Student Conduct Policy may result in a higher
level of disciplinary action.
Disciplinary Action for Student Organizations
Student groups and organizations may be charged with violations of NEIT Policies. A student group or
organization and its officers may be held collectively and/or individually responsible when violations of
NEIT’s Student Conduct Policy occur either during an event sponsored by the organization or by an individual
representing or associated with that organization or group. Examples of disciplinary action that may be imposed
upon groups or organizations include but are not limited to deactivation, warning, reprimand, probation, fines,
loss of privileges, and restitution. Deactivation includes loss of all privileges, including NEIT recognition, for a
specified period of time. Individual students are subject to other sanctions as described above.
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Appeals Process
• An appeal is the vehicle used in requesting a waiver of:
• a sanction or disciplinary action imposed upon a student, or
• enforcement of a particular institutional policy on a student, due to extenuating circumstances (e.g.,
events beyond the student’s control) and/or legitimate circumstances that render the policy not
applicable to the student.
When the student disputes the outcome of a sanction or disciplinary procedure, the student may request an
appeal for a review of the decision. Sanctions may or may not be postponed or suspended pending the outcome
of this appeal, at the discretion of NEIT. The following are not within the scope of the appeal process:
• The interpretation or judgment of NEIT administrators regarding the meaning or implementation of the
written regulations, standards, and/or policies of NEIT;
• The written policies, rules, requirements, or procedures of NEIT themselves; and/or,
• Sanctions imposed by the Executive Vice President for Unlawful Harassment & Discrimination and/or
Title IX Reporting, Investigation, and Grievance Procedures
To initiate an appeal of a student conduct matter, the student must submit a written statement within 7 business
days of receiving a disposition that includes all the relevant issues, facts, and a summary of any witnesses’
proposed contribution to the appeal to the Executive Vice President.
The Executive Vice President or their designee will review the matter and provide a final determination to the
student. Based on the nature of the appeal, the Executive Vice President has the discretion to speak with the
student and/or any witnesses. Past conduct may be considered in the appeals process. The Executive Vice
President will render their decision to the student within a reasonable time of the conclusion of the appeal
process. The decision will be final, and no further appeal is possible.
During periods other than when NEIT is in regular session (e.g., Intersession, break weeks), NEIT reserves the right
to alter the timing of the appeals process as necessary based on faculty/staff/student availability.
The appeals process does not follow formal rules of evidence and no particular model of procedural process is
required. It is the policy of NEIT that active participation by attorneys is not allowed in this process, although an
attorney may be present to advise their client if criminal charges are contemplated.
Sanctions or dismissal of the student under this policy does not terminate the student’s or guarantor’s obligation
to meet his or her financial obligations to NEIT.
STUDENT CONFLICT RESOLUTION PROCEDURE
(Students who have concerns involving unlawful harassment, discrimination, or sexual misconduct should follow the
procedures outlined in NEIT’s “Policy Against Unlawful Harassment, Discrimination and Retaliation”or“NEIT’sTitleIX, Re
porting,InvestigationandGrievanceProcedures”inthisStudent Handbook.
New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) is committed to maintaining a campus environment where students
can live, work and learn in an atmosphere of civility, and mutual respect. NEIT believes it is in the interest of the
student and the university community to resolve conflicts as quickly, equitably and as informally as possible.
Students who have conflicts involving staff, other students, academic matters, financial matters, or any other
aspect of their university experience should follow the steps outlined below.
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Step one:
If the conflict involves:
• An NEIT employee (staff or faculty member) or another student, the student whenever possible, should
try to discuss the matter directly with the individual involved. Students may utilize the services of their
Student Advisor in an effort to resolve any non-residential living concerns.
• An academic matter (such as a grade), the student should discuss the matter directly with the faculty
member involved. Students may utilize the services of their Student Advisor in an effort to resolve any
concerns.
• A financial matter (such as a bill, a parking ticket fee, damage charges), the student should discuss
the matter with a Student Accounts Representative. Students may utilize the services of their Student
Advisor in an effort to resolve any concerns.
• A residence hall matter (other than personal conflicts between students), the student should discuss the
matter with the Residence Hall Director. Students may utilize the services of their Resident Advisor (RA)
in an effort to resolve any concerns. If the conflict involves a matter with a roommate, the student may
utilize the services of their RA in an effort to resolve the concern by completing a Roommate Agreement.
• Any other aspect of the student’s university experience, the student should notify their Student Advisor
who will assist the student in addressing the matter.
If the matter is resolved to the student’s satisfaction, the matter will be closed.
Step two:
Conflicts which are not satisfactorily resolved after following the procedures in Step 1, may be broughtto
theattentionofthefollowinguniversitypersonnel:
• Conflicts involving NEIT employees (staff or faculty members) may be brought to the attention of the
staff member’s supervisor or the faculty member’s Department Chair. The student and/or Supervisor/
Department Chair may utilize the services of the student’s Student Advisor in an effort to resolve the
matter.
• Conflicts involving academic matters may be brought to the attention of the Department Chair. The
student and/or Department Chair may utilize the services of the student’s Student Advisor in an effort to
resolve the matter.
• Conflicts involving financial matters may be brought to the attention of the Director of Student
Accounts. The student and/or Director of Student Accounts may utilize the services of the student’s
Student Advisor in an effort to resolve the matter.
• Conflicts involving residence hall matters (other than personal conflicts between students) may be
brought to the attention of the Director of Residential Life. The student and/or Director of Residential
Life may utilize the services of the student’s RA in an effort to resolve the matter.
• All other conflicts involving any other aspect of the student’s university experience – Go to Step 3. If the
matter is resolved to the student’s satisfaction, the matter will be closed.
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Step three:
Conflicts which are not satisfactorily resolved after following the procedures in Steps 1 and 2, maybe presentedin
writingtotheApplicableUniversityAdministrator(s)(AUA)asfollows:
• Academic matters – An Assistant Provost.
• Financial matters – The Vice President of Finance
• Residence Hall matters – The Vice President for Student Support Services
• All other matters – Go to Step 4.
Upon receiving notice of a conflict in writing, the AUA (or their designee) will investigate the matter and respond
in writing to the student.
If the matter is resolved to the student’s satisfaction, the matter will be closed.
Step four:
If the matter is not satisfactorily resolved after following the procedures in Steps 1, 2 or 3, the student may
appeal in writing to:
• Academic matters or matters involving the Office of Teaching and Learning, Academic Departments,
Academic Skills Center, Registrar’s Office, Library - The Senior Vice President and Provost;
• All other matters - The Executive Vice President.
The Senior Vice President and Provost or the Executive Vice President or their designee will review the matter and
provide a final determination in writing to the student.
It is the policy of NEIT that active participation by attorneys is not allowed in the Conflict Resolution Procedure
process.
Any attempt to intimidate or retaliate against a person for raising an issue or participating in conflict resolution
under this Procedure is strictly forbidden. Any person who makes such an attempt will be subject to disciplinary
action, up to and including termination.
Arbitration Agreement
This Arbitration Agreement applies to any covered dispute arising out of or related to the student’s enrollment
at NEIT that remains unresolved after the parties participate in the procedures described in the NEIT Catalog
or Student Handbook. Except as it otherwise provides, the Arbitration Agreement is intended to apply to
the resolution of disputes that otherwise would be resolved in a court of law, and therefore this Arbitration
Agreement requires all disputes to be resolved only by an arbitrator through final and binding arbitration
pursuant to the rules of the American Arbitration Association to be held in Rhode Island and not by way of court
or jury trial. Each party will pay the fees for his, her or its own attorneys, subject to any remedies to which that
party may later be entitled under applicable law. NEIT shall initially bear the costs associated with the conduct
of the Arbitration, unless otherwise ordered by the arbitrator. All allegations, claims and defenses, as well as
supporting information (including statements, testimony anddocuments)shallbekeptconfidentialbytheparties,
andshallnotbedisclosedoutsidethe arbitration proceedings except for disclosure to a party’s counsel and
consultants. The award of the arbitrator may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.
Regardless of any other terms of this Arbitration Agreement, claims may be brought before an administrative
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agency if applicable law permits access to such an agency notwithstanding the existence of an agreement to
arbitrate.
Neither NEIT nor anyone else who later becomes a party to this arbitration agreement will use it to stop a student
from bringing a lawsuit concerning NEIT’s acts or omissions regarding the making of a Federal Direct Loan or
the provision by NEIT of educational services for which a Federal Direct Loan was obtained. A student may file a
lawsuit for such a claim or the student may be a member of a class action lawsuit for such a claim even if he/ she
does not file it. This provision does not apply to other claims. Only the court is to decide whether a claim asserted
in the lawsuit is a claim regarding the making of a Federal Direct Loan or the provision of educational services for
which the loan was obtained.
STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE
New England Institute of Technology (NEIT) requires all full-time students who live in NEIT housing, and all
international students with F-1 visas (whether living in NEIT housing or not) to carry personal health insurance.
If a student can show proof of adequate private health insurance, the Student Health Insurance may be waived
by electronically submitting a waiver form by the designated due date (go to www.gallagherstudent.com/
NEIT). Students that do not obtain a waiver are required to enroll in the Student Health Insurance program
administered by Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. and underwritten by UnitedHealthcare Student Resources. The annual
premium for students enrolled in the Student Health Insurance program will be assessed to the student’s
account. TheStudentHealthInsuranceprogramisdesignedtoprotectagainstunexpectedmedicalexpense and to
meet most students’ needs while on campus and throughout the Policy Year.
SUMMARY OF CIVIL AND CRIMINAL PENALTIES FOR VIOLATION
OF FEDERAL COPYRIGHT LAWS
Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without permission or legal authority, one or more of the
exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United
States Code). These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. In the file-sharing
context, peer-to-peer file sharing, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without
authority constitutes an infringement.
Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil
copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or statutory damages affixed at not less
than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For willful infringement, a court may award up to
$150,000 per work infringed. A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys’ fees.
For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505. Willful copyright infringement can also result in
criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense. For more
information, please see the website of the U.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov, especially the FAQ’s at
www.copyright.gov/help/faq.
TITLE IX REPORTING, INVESTIGATION AND GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
Reports of incidents of Title IX sexual harassment, including dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault,
and stalking (collectively “Title IX Prohibited Conduct”), are made to the Title IX Coordinator whose contact
information is as follows:
• Name: Scott Freund
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• Role: Title IX Coordinator
• Office Location: Executive Offices,
• 1 New England Tech Blvd, East Greenwich, RI
• Phone Number: (401) 739-5000
• Office Mailing Address:
New England Institute of Technology,
One New England Tech Boulevard,
East Greenwich, Rhode Island 02818
Any person may report Title IX Prohibited Conduct to the Title IX Coordinator, regardless of whether the person
reporting is the person alleged to be a Complainant. Such a report may be made at any time (including during
non-business hours) by telephone, electronic mail, or mail, using the contact information listed for the Title IX
Coordinator above in accordance with NEIT’s Title IX Reporting, Investigation, and Grievance Procedures which
can be found on the Student Website, https:// students.neit.edu/, under the Support Services tab.
WEAPONS POLICY
The possession of weapons (defined below) is prohibited on NEIT grounds, even if otherwise permitted by law.
Possession of weapons on NEIT grounds shall be grounds for disciplinary action and/or dismissal or termination.
“Weapon”as defined by NEIT, includes, but is not limited to, objects or substances whose primary purpose is to
cause or threaten harm including but not limited to guns and f i rearms of all types, stun guns, air guns, spear
guns, machetes, swords, knives, daggers, dirks, stilettos, sword-in-cane, bowie knives, or similar weapons design
edtocutandstabanother,blackjacks,slingshots,metalknuckles,slapgloves,bludgeons, clubs, martial arts weapons
including so called “Kung-Fu” weapons, cross bows, bows and arrows, incendiary devices, explosives of any type,
multi-pronged stars with sharpened edges designed to be used as a weapon and commonly known as throwing
stars or any other object or substance used to cause or threaten harm. For purposes of this policy, weapons also
include realistic or toy replicas or items that resemble weapons or shoot projectiles, to include, gel blasters, Nerf
guns, or any similar type toy.
“NEIT grounds” means property of NEIT or that portion of any building, structure, or vehicle, which, at the time of
the violation, is being used for any activity sponsored by or through NEIT.
This policy shall not apply to:
• Active or retired law enforcement officers/agents (local, state, and/or federal) authorized to carry
weapons by law or their governmental agency.
• The use of simulated weapons by students and faculty as required in NEIT courses or in activities
coordinated by the Office of Student Activities (e.g., laser tag)
• The use of knives required in NEIT courses.
• The possession and/or use of disabling chemical sprays when used for self-defense.
WRITTEN INFORMATION SECURITY POLICY (WISP) – STUDENTS
New England Institute of Technology’s (NEIT’s) Written Information Security Policy (WISP) is intended to ensure
the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of data and resources through the use of effective and established
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information security processes and procedures. The WISP ensures that NEIT:
1. Establishes a comprehensive approach to information security
2. Complies with international, federal and state regulations including but not limited to:
a. FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act)
b. GLBA (Gramm Leach Bliley Act)
c. PCI (Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard
d. HIPPA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Ac)
Scope
The policy requirements and restrictions defined in this document shall apply to network infrastructures,
databases, external media, encryption, hardcopy reports, films, slides, models, wireless, telecommunication,
conversations, and any other methods used to convey knowledge and ideas across all hardware, software,
and data transmission mechanisms including systems that create, maintain, store, access, process or transmit
institutional data. This policy also applies to information resources owned by others, such as contractors of NEIT
or entities in the private sector, in cases where NEIT has a legal, contractual or fiduciary duty to protect said
resources while in NEIT custody. In the event of a conflict, the more restrictive measures apply. This policy covers
NEIT’s network system which is comprised of various hardware, software, communication equipment and other
devices designed to assist NEIT in the creation, receipt, storage, processing, and transmission of information.
This definition includes equipment connected to any NEIT domain or VLAN, either hardwired or wirelessly, and
includes all stand-alone equipment that is deployed by NEIT at its office locations, at remote locales or in cloud
environments.
Definitions
1. Computing & Network Resources – Information systems and network infrastructure resources (e.g.
email, Internet, Intranet, and a wide variety of computer/technical programs, applications and services)
made available to the campus community including students, faculty and staff.
2. Institutional data - Institutional data is information created, collected, maintained, transmitted, or recorded
by or for the university to conduct university business. Institutional data includes, but is not limited to,
information in paper, electronic, audio, and visual formats.
3. Data stewards - Data stewards are designated university officials, typically department managers/functional
directors, whose functional areas of responsibility include the creation or origination of institutional data.
4. Data custodians - Data custodians are individuals authorized by the data steward(s) who have operational
responsibility for the administration of the systems and devices that store, process, transmit, or provide
access to institutional data.
5. Enterprise Asset/Device – Any asset/device that is owned by NEIT.
6. BYOD Asset/Device – Any asset or device that is not owned by NEIT.
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7. Asset/Device Types
a. Computers – Laptops and Desktops running a full Operating System (OS) such as Windows MacOS or
Linux.
b. Mobile Devices – phones, tablets, Chromebook and similar devices. i.e. iPad, iPhone, Android
phone, Android tablet, etc.
c. Gaming devices – Network connected gaming devices. i.e. Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, etc.
d. Network Devices – Network infrastructure devices which are used to provide network transport/
communication services. I.e. Routers, switches, firewalls, access points, etc.
e. Internet of Things (IoT Devices) – All other network connected devices. i.e. Smart TV, Smart
Speakers (Google Home, Eco Dots), Smart Lighting, etc.
Roles and Responsibilities
The first line of defense in data security is the individual NEIT user. Security is a team effort and shared
responsibility. Security is part of a proactive mindset. Being security minded means you take precautions and
follow best practices that will reduce your risk of becoming a victim of fraud or other criminal activity.
NEIT users (including students) are responsible for:
1. Protecting data they encounter from unauthorized disclosure, use, modification and deletion
2. Complying with NEIT’s WISP
3. Reporting suspected information security incidents to Department of Technology Services (DOTS)
BYOD Owners are responsible for:
1. Device owners are responsible for the operation, privacy and security of their assets/devices.
2. Users are required to keep their BYOD assets/devices up to date with critical and security patches.
3. Users are responsible for any operation, privacy or security issues associated with their assets/devices.
The Chief Information Officer is responsible for:
1. Coordinating the development and maintenance of NEIT’s Information Security Program
2. Acting as NEIT’s Qualified Individual as required by GLBA compliance.
The Executive Committee is responsible for:
1. Ensuring NEIT’s WISP is enforced across the entire organization.
2. Security is considered throughout NEIT’s strategic planning process.
3. Supporting and enforcing security operations including adequate funding, training and staffing.
The DOTS Information Security Team is responsible:
1. For maintaining ongoing training programs to inform all users of these requirements
2. Coordinating information security incident response
3. Provide information security consulting services throughout the organization
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4. Developing security baselines and guidelines
5. Auditing and assessing posture and compliance with governance, regulation and compliance as well NEIT
policies and procedures.
System Administrators and DOTS are responsible for:
1. Controlling and monitoring access to the data, systems, and applications they administer
2. Providing technical support and guidance to system users
3. Managing vendor relationships
Public Safety is responsible for:
1. Managing and maintaining physical security controls for access to institutional data and systems
Data Stewards are responsible for:
1. The management and proficiency of data stored in an organization
2. Develop, implement and monitor data standards
3. Provide support for data related questions
Data Custodians are responsible for:
1. The technical data environment
2. Managing the data structure
Vendors, contractors, service providers, and third-parties are responsible for:
1. Establishing and maintaining their own information security controls
2. Protecting institutional data and systems they have access to
Information Security Policy Lifecycle
NEIT’s WISP will be reviewed and updated on a minimum of an annual basis using the process below:
1. NEIT’s Chief Information Officer (CIO) and Information Security Architect (ISA) will identify updates and
changes to be made.
2. Updates and changes will be developed into a new draft.
3. The draft will be reviewed by other members of NEIT’s community including:
a. SMT
b. Legal Council
4. The CIO and ISA will work with reviewers to make any adjustments to the draft.
5. The draft will be sent to the Executive Committee for review and approval.
6. Once approved, the updated draft will be published and disseminated to all NEIT users for review and
acknowledgement.
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Institution Wide Policies
Policy Exceptions
Unless otherwise specified, all exceptions to NEIT’s WISP must be approved in writing by the CIO and ISA prior to
being put in place.
Disciplinary Action
Violations of the NEIT’s Written Information Security policy may result in the immediate suspension of
Computing & Network Resources privileges, disciplinary action, including but not limited to, suspension or
expulsion, and/or legal action.
Institution Wide Policies
Applies to all users of NEIT’s computing and network resources including but not limited to students, faculty, and
staff, service providers, vendors and contractors.
Acceptable Use Policy
The use of NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources is a privilege. The effective use of those resources requires the
mutual respect and cooperative conduct of all users to ensure that everyone has necessary access and protection
from interference or harassment.
Privacy and Confidentiality Considerations: NEIT will make reasonable efforts to maintain the integrity
and effective operation of its Computing & Network Resources, but users are advised that the systems should
in no way be regarded as secure media for the communication of sensitive or confidential information.
Because of the nature and technology of electronic communication, NEIT can assure neither the privacy
of an individual user’s use of NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources, nor the confidentiality of particular
messages or materials that may be created, transmitted, received, or stored thereby.
Authorized Users: Only NEIT faculty, staff, students and other persons who have received permission
under the appropriate NEIT authority are authorized users of NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources. All
authorized users will be issued a “username” and a “password” to access the various Computing & Network
Resources available. The use of “usernames” and “passwords” is an important aspect of NEIT’s Computing
& Network Resources security. Usernames and passwords are the front line of protection for information
maintained on the system. PROTECT YOUR “USERNAME” and “PASSWORD”. DO NOT SHARE THEM WITH
ANYONE, including students or other employees. All “usernames” and “passwords” are to be treated as
confidential NEIT information. Users are responsible for all activity associated with their user accounts.
Permitted Uses of NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources: The use of NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources
is provided to support NEIT’s business activities, academic programs and related activities. Computing &
Network Resources shall be used in a manner consistent with those purposes. All activities inconsistent with
those purposes are considered to be inappropriate and may jeopardize a user’s continued use or access to NEIT’s
Computing & Network Resources.
Prohibited Uses of NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources:
1. Revealing your account password to others or allowing use of your account by others.
2. Violating others’ privacy; breaching, tampering with, or circumventing security controls; or attempting
unauthorized access to Computing & Network Resources or institutional data.
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3. Executing any form of unauthorized network monitoring or access which will intercept data restricted or
prohibited by laws/regulations or not intended for the individual.
4. Accessing any data, system or technology in a manner that adversely affects the availability or security of
Computing & Network Resources or institutional data.
5. Development or introduction of malicious programs or files into Computing & Network Resources (e.g.,
viruses, worms, Trojan horses, e-mail bombs, etc.). Uploading files that the user has reason to believe
contains a virus or corrupted data.
6. Developing or executing programs that could harass others, infiltrate the system, or damage or alter the
components of the system.
7. Threatening, harassing, intimidating or otherwise violating the legal rights of others.
8. Developing, publishing, posting, collecting, distributing or disseminating defamatory, infringing obscene,
unlawful, or other inappropriate material or information.
9. Using Computing & Network Resources for monetary gain or for commercial purposes that are not directly
related to NEIT business or educational programs.
10. Copying, uploading, sending copies, or falsifying the source or origin of documents, software programs or
other materials in violation of copyright laws.
11. Deleting any author attributions, legal notices or proprietary designations or labels in a file in violation
of copyright laws. (Software programs are protected by Section 117 of the 1976 Copyright Act. Unless
they have written the program themselves, users do not have the right to make and distribute copies of
programs without specific permission of the copyright holder.)
12. Excessively using Computing & Network Resources (e.g., tying up resources through game playing or other
trivial applications; sending frivolous or excessive mail, including chain mail; downloading video, audio,
etc.; or printing excessive copies of documents, files, images, or data).
13. Physically abusing any Computing & Network Resources computing equipment or supplies. (Incidences will
be reported to Public Safety and to the appropriate administrative office.)
14. Downloading or use of unapproved software, technology or systems; Instant Messaging; or Chat Services on
Computing & Network Resources without prior approval of the DOTS Information Security Team.
15. Removing endpoints containing sensitive or proprietary data or information, from campus without
authorization.
16. Using personal or external accounts to conduct NEIT business is strictly prohibited. NEIT business must be
conducted using NEIT accounts.
NEIT Access, Inspection and Disclosure of Computing & Network Resources
1. NEIT reserves the right to access, inspect and disclose the contents of Computing & Network Resources as
deemed necessary in its sole discretion without consent of the user.
2. To the extent permitted by law, NEIT reserves the right to access and disclose the contents of faculty staff,
students’, and other users’ electronic mail without the consent of the user.
3. Faculty, staff, students and other users are advised that NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources should be
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treated like a shared filing system, i.e., with the expectation that communications sent or received with
the use of NEIT resources may be made available for review by any authorized NEIT official for purposes
related to NEIT business.
4. Electronic mail and other data of students may constitute “education records” subject to the provisions
of the federal statute known as the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA). NEIT may
access, inspect, and disclose such records under conditions that are set forth in the statute.
5. Any user of NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources who makes use of an encryption device or other means
to restrict or inhibit access to institutional data must provide access to such institutional data when
requested to do so under appropriate NEIT authority.
6. Limitations on Disclosure and Use of Information Obtained: NEIT may, in its sole discretion, disclose the
information contained in NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources to the extent permitted by law, without
permission of the user.
Authentication Policy
1. All passwords must be managed by single sign on. Users will not be allowed to change passwords in
Windows or in Web for Students/Faculty.
2. Passwords must meet the following requirements:
a. Minimum length of 14 characters
b. Must be changed on an annual basis and whenever suspected of being compromised
c. Must contain three of the following:
i. Upper case letters
ii. Lower case letters
iii. Numbers
iv. Symbols
d. Must not:
i Match any of the previous 5 passwords
ii Contain any part of the username
iii Contain dictionary or easily guessable words
iv Contain any part of a previously compromised password
v Match or use part of passwords used outside of NEIT
3. Passwords must not be shared with ANYONE. Users cannot under any circumstance give their password
to students, employees, contractors or temporary workers. No DOTS employee should ever ask a user
for their password; users should not be asked to share passwords with DoTS and they should not share
passwords with anyone if they are asked including DOTS.
4. Passwords must never be written down or stored digitally in an unsecure method. (i.e. Word, Excel text
files). Passwords stored digitally must make use of a password manager. The Help Desk can assist with
setting up a password manager.
5. Passwords must never be sent through email. Sending of passwords through email is not permitted.
6. Users must answer security questions with legitimate answers - Users should not make up answers because
they may need to use the answers later to unlock accounts. Users must not use the same or similar
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passwords for NEIT accounts that they use for personal accounts such as banking, online shopping, social
media, etc.
7. Users must use a unique password for all systems not integrated with single sign on.
8. Multi-actor authentication is required for the following:
a. All NEIT Email.
b. Remote access to NEIT’s campus network.
c. Other systems, technologies and data as determined by the ISA.
Asset/Device Security
1. All computers accessing NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources must be running active, up to date
malware protection. Enterprise endpoints must use NEIT’s enterprise managed antivirus installed in
managed mode.
a. Malware protection must be enabled at all times.
b. Files must be scanned on access.
2. All computers accessing NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources must be running a currently supported
operating system.
3. Assets/Devices which store, process, transmit or access institutional data not classified as public must be
protected to prevent unauthorized access.
a. Automatic screen locking mechanisms which require the use of a pin, password or other form of
authentication must be configured.
b. Mobile devices must be encrypted
c. Computers should be encrypted and use host based firewalls where possible
d. Mobile devices must not be “rooted”, “jail broken” or have other similar security bypasses
in place
4. Unused and unnecessary software must be removed from enterprise assets/devices.
5. All software must be approved for use. DOTS may prohibit use or installation of software on enterprise
assets/devices.
6. Theft or loss of any asset/device which stores, processes, transmits or accesses institutional data not
classified as public must immediately be reported to DOTS.
7. Use physical security devices to lock down computers that are in public or otherwise unsecured spaces.
Laptops must not be stored overnight or for long periods of time in vehicles. When traveling, laptops must
be kept out of sight (i.e. in a trunk).
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)
Restrictions, Risks, Liabilities and Disclaimers
1. Use of BYOD Network Devices are not permitted on any NEIT campus. Unmanaged or “dumb” switches
may be used only in Residence Halls.
2. Microphone and Voice enabled BYOD devices are only permitted in Residence Hall residence rooms.
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3. Operating any BYOD device in a manner which bridges or extends NEIT’s network is prohibited.
4. NEIT is not responsible for the maintenance, backup or loss of data on a BYOD device.
5. NEIT is not responsible for the security of BYOD devices connected to NEIT’s campus network or systems
6. NEIT is not responsible for the loss, theft or damage of BYOD devices. This includes when a BYOD device is
used for academic or business activities.
7. NEIT may require the installation of mobile device management or other management agents on BYOD
devices used for conducting NEIT business.
8. Institutional data must only be stored, processed, transmitted or access via BYOD device if necessary to
perform job duties.
9. NEIT reserves the right to inspect BYOD devices used for business purposes for institutional data or other
information.
10. NEIT may wipe or destroy institutional data stored on BYOD devices used for business purposes. While NEIT
will take efforts to prevent loss of personal data, we cannot guarantee that personal data will not be lost.
11. NEIT reserves the right to disconnect/disable access to any BYOD device without notification.
12. NEIT reserves the right to review or retain personal and company-related data on personal devices or to
release the data to government agencies or third parties during an investigation or litigation.
Remote Access
1. All individuals and machines connected remotely to NEIT’s Computing & Network Resources are subject to
NEIT’s Written Information Security Policy.
2. Only approved remote access technologies are permitted. All remote access technologies must be evaluated
and approved by the ISA prior to use.
3. Users are required to disconnect remote access technologies when not in use.
4. Secure remote access must be strictly controlled with strong encryption (i.e., Virtual Private Networks
(VPNs)) and strong pass-phrases.
5. Authorized Users shall protect their login and password, even from family members.
6. Individuals are required to report the loss or theft of a device with VPN access installed immediately.
7. Individuals are not permitted to remotely access another individual’s system unless they are required to do
so in performing their job or supporting/conducting academic activities.
8. The use of remote support tools such as GoToAssist, LogMeIn Rescure, Bomgar, etc is permitted only when
receiving external support from a vendor/manufacturer. Establishment of permanent or unattended
access through these technologies is prohibited.
9. Students are only permitted Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) access to lab systems. Students are not
permitted use of VPN or other remote access technologies for access to NEIT internal networks
10. Remote access to NEIT’s systems must be protected using multi-factor authentication
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Data Classification and Governance
Classification Levels
1. Public – Public data is institutional data that is intended for public use and has no access or management
restrictions.
2. Internal - Internal data is institutional data used to conduct university business and operations. It may only
be accessed and managed by users whose role, function, or assignment requires it. Unless otherwise
indicated, internal is the default level for institutional data.
3. Private - Private data is institutional data classified as private due to legal, regulatory, administrative or
contractual requirements; intellectual property or ethical considerations; strategic or proprietary value;
and/or other special governance of such data. Access to and management of private data requires
authorization and is only granted to those users as permitted under applicable law, regulation, contract,
rule, policy, and/or role.
4. Restricted - Restricted data is institutional data that requires the highest level of protection due to legal,
regulatory, administrative, contractual, rule, or policy requirements. Access to and management of
restricted data is strictly limited as unauthorized use or disclosure could substantially or materially impact
the university’s mission, operations, reputation, finances, or result in potential identity theft.
Data Types and Classifications
Data types and classifications can be found in the NEIT Data Classification Standard.
Data Collections
Data Stewards may wish to assign a single classification to a collection of data that is common in purpose or
function. When classifying a collection of data, the most restrictive classification of any of the individual data
elements should be used. For example, if a data collection consists of a student’s name, address and social
security number, the data collection should be classified as Private even though the student’s name and address
may be considered Public information.
Data Handling
1. Data classified as Public is permitted to be stored and transmitted freely both electronically and in hard
copy. Data transmitted in email and over public networks (Internet) does not need to be encrypted.
2. Data classified as Internal, Private or Restricted must only be captured, created, processed transmitted or
stored via DOTS approved technologies, systems or applications.
a. Electronic data classified as Internal or Private must be protected from disclosure to unauthorized
parties when being transmitted over networks. This is commonly achieved using encrypted
communication methods. Data transmitted in email destined for any external recipient (those without
an @ neit.edu or @email.neit.edu email address) must use NEIT’s encrypted email solution.
b. Data classified as Restricted is not permitted to be captured, transmitted or stored electronically in
email. Other electronic storage locations must be approved by DOTS. Hard copies must be kept to a
minimum and secured in locations with restricted access.
c. Storing of credit card information is strictly prohibited.
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3. Any data that is classified as Internal, Private or Restricted that is received via an insecure method must be
protected in any response or forwarding of the information. For instance, a SSN in the body of an email
received by NEIT must be removed or encrypted when responding.
a. Users are not permitted to request information in a manner which is insecure.
4. Data classified as Internal, Private or Restricted are not permitted to be stored in personal/non- NEIT
accounts, cloud storage or similar technologies.
5. Propagation and duplication of data must be kept to a minimum and performed only as needed.
a. Storing of Internal, Private or Restricted data on removable media must only be performed as needed
and must be securely deleted when no longer needed. Removable media should be encrypted.
6. Data must not be solely stored on endpoints (computers and mobile devices) unless the endpoint is
backed up via a DOTS approved method.
7. Email is not to be used as a storage method for institutional data.
8. Institutional Data must be returned to NEIT and removed from non-NEIT systems upon departure from
NEIT.
9. Requests for data deletion must be handled by DOTS. Contact privacy@neit.edu for more information.
Data Retention
All data retention, electronic or hard copy, must comply with RECORD RETENTION AND DISPOSAL POLICY below.
Data Destruction
1. All data destruction, electronic or hard copy, must comply with data retention requirements.
2. All media containing data classified entirely as Public can be disposed of using any method.
3. All media containing data classified as Internal, Private or Restricted must be destroyed using industry
accepted standards which prevent re-assembly of the data.
Information Security Incident Response Management
Information security incident response is the set of activities taken to plan for, detect and correct the impact of
an information security incident. An information security incident is:
1. An event that suggests a violation of NEIT’s information security policies or posture has or is likely to occur.
2. An event which impacts one or more information assets and poses a clear threat to the confidentiality,
integrity or availability of information resources.
The ISA will organize an incident response team which will include those individuals who must be present to
handle the systems and functional areas that can minimize the impact of an incident as it occurs.
1. NEIT’s Information Security Incident Response Management will complement NEIT’s Emergency
Preparedness and Response Plan.
2. All members of the NEIT community are required to promptly report any suspected or confirmed
information security incident involving NEIT or associated information systems to the Help Desk,
Information Security Architect or CIO. Events reported to the Help Desk will be escalated to the ISA/CIO.
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3. The ISA/CIO are responsible for evaluating potential incidents to determine if an information security
incident has occurred.
4. The ISA is responsible for coordinating all technical and forensic efforts.
5. The incident response team is responsible for recovery, containment and remediation efforts. Members of
the NEIT community must cooperate with incident investigations and may not interfere, obstruct, prevent,
retaliate against or dissuade others from reporting an incident or cooperating with an investigation.
6. During incident investigations, DOTS is authorized to monitor relevant resources and retrieve information
without notice or further approval including confiscating or disconnecting equipment.
7. Any external disclosure of information must be reviewed and approved in writing by the ISA, CIO and legal
counsel before being shared externally.
a. Responsibilities for communicating with external parties will follow the “Individual Responsibilities”
section defined in NEIT’s Emergency Preparedness and Response Plan
RECORD RETENTION AND DISPOSAL POLICY
Retention Periods
ACT = while active, or enrolled
PERM = permanent
ALDA = after last date of attendance
LIFE = life of affected individual
AYE = award year end (June 30)
STUDENT RECORDS
Applications and Admissions
Students Who Enter
Completed Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Readmission Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Related Correspondence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Entrance Examination Results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Letters of Recommendation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Until Admitted
Students Who Are Accepted but Do Not Enter
Acceptance Letters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 years
Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 years
Correspondence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 years
Transcripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 years
Individual Student Records
Grade Reports and Transcripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PERM
Change of Grade Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PERM
Date of Graduation and Degree Received . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PERM
Advanced Placement Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Class Schedules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 year ALDA
Registration Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 year
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Pass/Fail Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 year
Drop/Add Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 year
Transfer Credit Evaluations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Curriculum Change Authorizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Personal Data Information Forms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 year ALDA
FERPA Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Life of Requested Record
Student Consent to Release Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PERM
Transcript Requests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 year
Name change Authorizations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 years ALDA
Tuition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5 years ALDA
Fee Charges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Medical Records (includes immunization records) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
International Students
Student I-20s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Statement of Financial Responsibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Employment Authorization (work permit) if granted. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Passport Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years ALDA
Resident Life Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 year
Student Activity Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 year
Faculty Maintained Files . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .ACT
Disciplinary Records
Dismissal or degree revocation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PERM
Academic Probation, Suspension . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ACT
Student Conduct/Disciplinary Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 years ALDA
Financial Aid Records
Application for Financial Aid (with attachments) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AYE + 4 years
Financial Aid Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AYE + 4 years
Financial Aid Transcripts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AYE + 4 years
Amount and Date of Each Loan or Grant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AYE + 4 years
Federally Guaranteed Loans
Name & Address of Lender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AYE + 4 years
Original Promissory Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PERM
Sources & Amounts of Financial Assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AYE + 4 years
Repayment History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AYE + 4 years
Student’s Job Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AYE + 4 years
Federal Work Study Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AYE + 4 years
Career Placement Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 years
Student Safety and Health Records
Accident Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 years
Log of Illness and Injuries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 years
Student Exposure to Toxic Substance Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 years after exposure
Chemical Identification Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 years
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Campus Safety and Security Procedures
CAMPUS SECURITY
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY AND CAMPUS SECURITY
The Department of Public Safety (DPS) officers are non-sworn, they do not carry weapons and do not possess
powers of arrest. DPS is under the auspices of the Director of Public Safety who is the campus liaison to the East
Greenwich and Warwick Police Departments and works in close relation with all including state and federal law
enforcement agencies. DPS members also act as first responders to campus emergencies. DPS does not have
any written agreements with local police agencies at this time. Criminal activities including murder, robbery,
aggravated assault, burglary and motor vehicle theft require immediate notice to local authorities.
Public Safety Officers (PSOs) have the authority to ask persons for identification and to determine whether
individuals have lawful business at NEIT. Their presence on campus is intended to be a deterrent to criminal
activity. Any PSO may call local authorities to make an arrest on campus after consulting with his or her
supervisor or, at his or her own discretion, if the supervisor cannot be reached.
With the exception of incidences of sexual violence, violations of the law can be reported to local law
enforcement agencies, and when appropriate to the Office of Student Support Services for disciplinary
review. NEIT has no formal agreement but will coordinate with state and local police in the investigation of
alleged criminal offenses occurring on campus. Incidences of sexual violence will only be reported to local law
enforcement agencies with the consent of the victim.
With the exception of sexual violence involving a student, NEIT does not provide procedures that allow victims,
witnesses or counselors to report crimes on a voluntary, confidential basis.
REPORTING PROCEDURES
Any time an immediate response is needed on campus, call 911. After calling 911, call NEIT Public Safety at
401-234-5555 or at extension 5555 for additional response.
Members of the NEIT community, as well as our visitors, are encouraged to accurately and promptly report
suspicious behavior, hazardous conditions, criminal activities, or an emergency situation to the NEIT Department
of Public Safety (DPS):
Phones to use: NEIT Phone: Non-NEIT Phone:
Dial 5555 Dial 401-234-5555
Or by location: Post Road Campus East Greenwich Campus Access Road Campus
401-780-4706 401-780-4705 401-780-4707
Any criminal action should be reported to NEIT DPS immediately. If a criminal action is witnessed and the victim
of the crime elects or is unable to make such a report, any witnesses should report the criminal action to DPS.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE AND EVACUATION PROCEDURES
Emergency Notification
In the event that a situation arises on campus that in the judgment of NEIT constitutes an ongoing or continuing
threat to the health or safety of students and/or employees, the institution will, taking into account the safety of
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the community, determine the content of the notification and initiate a campus wide “emergency notification”
through NEIT’s Emergency Notification System (ENS), unless the notification will, in the professional judgment of
responsible authorities, compromise efforts to assist victims or to contain, respond to, or otherwise mitigate the
emergency.
NEIT’s Emergency Notification System (ENS) notifies all participating students, faculty and administrative
employees of the threat. Notification through ENS is made via NEIT e-mail, and/or text message, and/or
telephone/voice mail.
All students are enrolled in the ENS system through contact information maintained by the Registrar’s Office.
Students who want to receive notifications on their cell phones must have a current cell phone number on file
with NEIT. It is the students’ responsibility to always have their most current contact information on file with
NEIT. Students must notify the university immediately in the event of change of residence, mailing address, or
telephone number. (See “Change of Address or Telephone Number” procedures in the Additional Information
section of this Student Handbook.) Students may update their contact information on Web for Students by
clicking Personal Information, and then Update Addresses and Phones. Forms are also available in the Registrar’s
Office or via email at registrarsoffice@neit.edu.
Anyone with information warranting an emergency notification should immediately report the circumstances to
NEIT’s Department of Public Safety.
Timely Warning Reports
NEIT will make timely reports to the campus community on potentially dangerous criminal activity on or
near campus which represents a serious or continuing threat to students and employees on campus or in the
immediate area. Names of victims in such reports shall be withheld as confidential.
In addition to notification through ENS, NEIT, as appropriate, will issue timely warnings via the university e-mail
system, in-class announcements, or other appropriate means (Reports). Any such Reports shall be provided to
students and employees in a timely manner.
FIRE SAFETY PROCEDURES AND EMERGENCY ACTION PLAN
All students must leave any facility where a fire alarm is activated as promptly as possible via the nearest
available exit. No one is expected to endanger him/herself in order to assist with evacuation of others, but
everyone has a duty to ensure that other occupants are aware of an emergency. It is expected that individuals,
as long as they are not endangering themselves, will aid anyone requiring assistance to safely evacuate the
building.
NEIT tests its emergency response and evacuation procedures on at least an annual basis, including publicizing
its procedures in conjunction with at least one test per calendar year, and documenting a description of the
exercise as well as the date and time of the exercise and whether it was announced or unannounced.
Procedures Prior to an Emergency Situation: Every student should familiarize him/herself with the emergency
exits and evacuation routes from their respective area.
When Alarm Sounds:
When a fire alarm sounds, do the following:
a. Evacuate the building quickly. Do not use elevators. An interlock between the fire alarm and elevator
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control will automatically return the car to the ground floor.
b. Report to your building’s Assembly Point and maintain a safe distance from the evacuated building.
Assembly Points follow in this Handbook and are posted in classrooms. All assembly points are marked
with a sign bearing the appropriate letter.
c. Do not re-enter the building. Keep clear of evacuated areas until authorized by the Fire Officer or
University Official. Stopping of fire alarm bells does not mean that re-entry is permissible.
Evacuation Guidelines for Students Requiring Mobility Assistance
Students requiring mobility assistance or access needs should take extra proactive steps to protect themselves
during evacuations. Be prepared to tell persons attempting to assist how they can best help you.
Use the following steps to make a plan ahead of time:
a. Notify instructors and/or supervisors regarding the assistance you will need in the event of an emergency
that requires evacuation.
b. Locate stairwells, elevators, Areas of Refuge or Evacuation Assistance Locations, fire-fighting equipment,
fire alarms and telephones in areas you spend time.
c. Practice your planned evacuation method. Establish a buddy system if there are problems (door locks,
small stair landings, etc.) that may require you to have immediate assistance.
d. Have a communications plan, including ways to communicate with first responders.
e. Plan for the needs of your service animal (if applicable).
In case of an emergency in your building, there are several options:
a. EVACUATE: Use building exits, stairs, or unaffected wings of adjacent multi-building complexes. If
you cannot evacuate for any reason, then:
b. GO TO AN EVACUATION LOCATION: Move to an Area of Refuge or Evacuation Assistance Location. If a
stairway experiences heavy traffic, wait until the area has cleared before entering the stairway. Make sure
someone reports your location to first responders. For help in identifying evacuation locations/areas of
refuge in buildings, call Environmental Health & Safety at extension 3706. If you cannot evacuate or reach
an evacuation location then:
c. STAY IN PLACE: Remain in a room with an exterior window and a solid or fire-resistant door. Call Public
Safety at (401) 234-5555 or 911 to relay your location.
Evacuation Locations
a. Areas of Refuge: A location with two-way communication technology designed to temporarily hold
occupants during a fire or other emergency when evacuation may not be safe or possible. Areas of Refuge
are usually located in enclosed stairwells.
b. Evacuation Assistance Locations: A location similar to an area of refuge but lacking in two-way
communication technology. Evacuation Assistance Locations in a building are designed to temporarily
hold occupants during a fire or other emergency when evacuation may not be safe or possible. Evacuation
Assistance Locations are usually enclosed stairwells.
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Evacuation Diagrams
Evacuation Diagrams are posted in all classrooms and residence hall bedrooms. Designated areas of refuge are
noted on evacuation diagrams. If for any reason there is no evacuation diagram in your area, immediately notify
the Office of Auxiliary Services. Note: In the East Greenwich Gouse Bldg. ONLY, the Areas of Refuge have 2-way
communication systems.
Assembly Points
In an emergency, occupants should report to the following designated assembly points. Access Road Campus
has two assembly points along Access Road: one near the Automotive Building entrance and one in the grass
area in front of the Auto Body Building. The East Greenwich Campus has five assembly points generally located
on the far side of each parking lot. All assembly points are marked with a blue and white sign.
BUILDING ASSEMBLY POINT
CT Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear parking lot – Assembly Point A
South side near student patio – Assembly Point B
Gouse Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . CT Building student patio – Assembly Point B
Automotive Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . North side of parking lot – Assembly Point A
Criminal Justice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . North side of parking lot – Assembly Point A
Electrical/Marine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . North side of parking lot – Assembly Point B
Auto Body . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . North side of parking lot – Assembly Point B
East Greenwich
Door #1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Walkway on Quad – Assembly Point A
Door #2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Walkway on Quad – Assembly Point A
Door #3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . West side – Assembly Point B
Door #5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . West side – Assembly Point B
Door #6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . North side of employee parking lot – Assembly Point C
Door #7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Walkway on Quad – Assembly Point A
Door #8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . West side – Assembly Point B
Door #9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . West side – Assembly Point B
Front/Academic Skills Center . . . . . . . . East side, along entrance road – Assembly Point D
Residence Hall
Front Entrance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Walkway on Quad – Assembly Point A
All other exits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rear of building near road – Assembly Point E
Instructors and department heads are responsible for accounting for their students or employees. If anyone is
unaccounted for, that information should be passed to Public Safety or a police/fire officer.
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Fire Alarms & Extinguishers
All students should familiarize themselves with the location of fire alarms and fire extinguishers in the areas they
occupy.
In case of fire: If you observe a fire, do the following:
A. Activate nearest wall-mounted fire alarm.
B. Attempt to extinguish the fire using a fire extinguisher only if you are trained in the use of hand-held fire
extinguishers and can do so without endangering your safety. Public safety and auxiliary services are to
be notified of all small fires which have been extinguished by campus personnel and any extinguisher
used. Do not re-hang fire extinguishers.
C. If one portable extinguisher does not put the fire out, you should leave the area and close doors.
D. Evacuate the building (see evacuation procedures above). Do not use elevators and keep clear of the
exits.
E. Call 911 and state your location (building and address). Note: all calls will show the building address but
will not show the individual office.
F. To contact public safety from an NEIT extension, dial 5555; from an outside phone, dial 401-234-5555
G. Report if anyone is suspected of being in the building after the general evacuation to public safety, police,
or fire department.
Fire Alarms
Fire alarms are located near exits in all NEIT buildings. Signs labeled “exit” are posted above the doors in all areas
of the building where the exit way is not immediately visible to occupants and point to the exit to be used. If the
fire alarm has been activated, if smoke or fire is evident, if you smell irritating chemical odors, or if any conditions
threaten your safety, evacuate the building. If you are disabled, let others know if you will need assistance.)
A fire alarm will not only disrupt the activities of the university but will also result in dispatch of emergency
equipment to the university by the fire department. Anyone witnessing the initiation of a false alarm should
notify public safety immediately. The operation of a fire alarm in the absence of a fire is a criminal offense.
Additional Information
BULLETIN BOARDS AND POSTING OF MATERIALS
General and electronic bulletin boards are located in various campus locations and are available for the use
and benefit of the campus community. Material posted on campus bulletin boards is subject to approval by the
Executive Vice President or their designee. Material posted on residence hall bulletin boards that is intended for
only the residents must be approved by the Director of Residence Life or their designee.
Bulletin boards are designed to provide a means to advertise campus or residence hall events, publicize services
for students, and inform students and employees of off-campus activities. All individuals and organizations posting
notices are expected to design and display their materials in a manner respectful of the diverse community that
exists at NEIT. Posted items must be educational or informative in nature or they are subject to removal.
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No materials shall be posted on trees, windows, walls, doors, or glass panels either inside or outside NEIT
buildings. The only exceptions are materials relating to fire, health, or safety (such materials must be approved
for posting by the Director of Auxiliary Services), and materials posted on bulletin boards.
CANCELLATION OF CLASSES
In case of storm emergencies, students should not call NEIT to find out if classes will be held. Information
about the cancellation of classes due to weather or other reasons will be sent to students by the Emergency
Notification System (ENS) via NEIT email, text (on a cell phone) and/or phone. The contact information that
students have on record at NEIT will be used for the ENS notification; therefore, it is important to always have the
most current contact information on file with the Registrar’s Office. It is the students’ responsibility to notify the
Registrar’s Office immediately in the event of a change of residence, mailing address, or telephone number.
Students can also update this information on Web for Students.
Class cancellation information will also be sent to area radio and television stations (see the list below). NEIT
cannot guarantee that the stations will post the information. It is important that students listen to and read all
class announcements carefully, as there may be occasions when the cancellation does not affect all campuses,
which would be the case if one campus were to lose electricity and the others do not.
When classes are held during inclement weather, students should use their own judgment and discretion with
regard to attendance, as some students need to travel from outside the area to NEIT campuses and fieldwork
sites. Students who choose to stay home in this circumstance should contact their instructors via email to let
them know.
TELEVISION STATIONS:
WLNE-TV/ABC6 (www.abc6.com) WJAR-TV/NBC10 (www.turnto10.com)
WPRI-TV/CBS12 (www.wpri.com) WNAC-FOX (www.fox64.com)
RADIO STATIONS:
FM DIAL: 92.3 WPRO (www.92profm.com) AM DIAL: 630 WPRO (www.630wpro.com)
CHANGE OF ADDRESS OR TELEPHONE NUMBER
Students must notify the university immediately in the event of change of residence, mailing address, or
telephone number. NEIT will not be liable for student’s failure to notify us of such changes. Students may update
their contact information on Web for Students by clicking Personal Information, and then Update Addresses and
Phones. Forms are also available in the Registrar’s Office or via email at registrarsoffi[email protected].
CLASS TIMES AND LOCATIONS
Day classes may be scheduled at any time between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:35 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Evening classes may be scheduled at any time between the hours of 5:45 p.m. and 10:40 p.m. Monday through
Friday. Saturday classes are scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (Saturday classes for the Occupational Therapy
Master’s program are typically scheduled from 8:00 a.m. to 5:20 p.m.).
The university cannot guarantee that a student enrolling for a particular section will retain that section
throughout the entire program. Classes will be scheduled for, and student and administrative services will
be available at, the East Greenwich Campus, Post Road Campus or the Access Road Campus entirely at the
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university’s discretion. It is the student’s responsibility to seek out classes and services when and where they are
offered.
COMPLETING DEGREE REQUIREMENTS ON TIME
It is in the best interest of students to complete their degree programs without interruption and to take their
courses in the order in which they appear in the program’s curriculum. Any deviation may result in extended time
required to complete a degree as well as additional tuition and fees. An interruption in a student’s education may
also result in the following:
• The program degree requirements may change during the student’s absence, and/or the age of the
student’s earned credits may expire, both resulting in the student having to take additional courses (and
incur additional expense) upon their return.
• The academic entrance requirements, e.g., earned grades, GPA, Kaplan scores and assessment scores,
may be different than when the student was last enrolled.
• There may be a wait list in place for the student’s program at the time he/she wants to return, and re-
enrollment may be contingent upon the student’s academic competitive ranking.
• Courses the student needs may not be offered during the term in which the student wants to return or
there may not be a seat available in the course(s) the student needs.
• There may be financial aid implications that could impact the student’s ability to acquire federal aid
upon his/ her return.
Students should speak with their Student Advisor or the Student Success Coordinator for Online Learning to
seek assistance in overcoming any obstacles that may interfere with their ability to complete their degree on
schedule. If a student must consider leaving for a term, prior to leaving the student should speak with his or her
Student Advisor the Student Success Coordinator for Online Learning to find out the re-enrollment requirements
for his or her program, and with a staff member in both the Student Accounts and Financial Aid departments to
discuss any possible financial implications associated with missing a term(s).
COMPUTER LABS
Open computer labs are available at the following locations for students who need to use a computer and a
printer:
Campus Location Room
East Greenwich S111 (Near the Public Safety Office)
Post Road CT225
Access Road A28
To report an issue with a computer or a printer in an open computer lab, please immediately report the problem
to the Technical Services Department by calling 401-780-4111 or 401-739-5000 extension 3511 or by emailing:
Please be as thorough as possible in describing the problem. Always include your name, ID, and a way to reach
you, so that we can respond to your report.
Under no circumstances should you attempt to correct the problem yourself, as this could result in a more
significant problem with the printer or computer.
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CONSECUTIVE CLASS ABSENCES
The Federal Government requires universities that take student attendance to also monitor the attendance of
students who receive Title IV financial aid funds (Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity
Grants (FSEOG), Stafford Loans, etc.) in order to determine, in a timely manner, when a student withdraws from
the university. If a student receiving Title IV financial aid has not attended classes in 14 consecutive calendar
days (including weekends and holidays) and has not indicated that he/she plans to return, NEIT is required to
withdraw the student from the university.
Students must contact their Student Advisor or the Student Success Coordinator for Online Learning if they are
unable to attend classes for any extended length of time. It is even more important for students who receive Title
IV financial aid funds to contact their Student Advisor or the Student Success Coordinator for Online Learning
immediately if they know they will not be able to attend classes, but plan to return. If a Student Advisor or the
Student Success Coordinator for Online Learning has not been made aware that an absent student who receives
Title IV financial aid plans to return to classes after 14 consecutive calendar days of no attendance, the Student
Advisor or the Student Success Coordinator for Online Learning must notify the Registrar’s Office to immediately
withdraw the student from NEIT.
DEPARTMENT CHAIRS/COORDINATORS AND EMAIL ADDRESSES
Architectural Building Engineering Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phil Marks, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Automotive Collision Repair Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robert Kennedy, Assistant Professor, [email protected]
Automotive Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robert Kennedy, Assistant Professor, [email protected]
Biological Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rebbecca Silva, Assistant Professor, [email protected]
Building Construction Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Daniel Ducharme, Instructor, [email protected]
Business Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Hank Johnson, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Construction Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phil Marks, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Criminal Justice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ray Angell Esq., Professor, [email protected]
Cybersecurity and Network Engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E. Martin Truchon, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Cybersecurity Defense . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . E. Martin Truchon, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Digital Media Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tom Strolla, Professor, [email protected]
Electrical Engineering Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael Eggeman, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Electrical Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael Eggeman, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Electronics, Robotics & Drones Technology . . . . . . . . . . Michael Eggeman, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Engineering Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael Eggeman, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Game Development and Simulation Programming . . . . .E. Martin Truchon, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Graphics, Multimedia & Web Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . John Szymkowicz, Associate Professor, jsz[email protected]
Health Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mary Benn, Assistant Professor, [email protected]
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Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael Eggeman, Associate Professor,
Humanities and Social Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Suzanne Gemma, Esq., Associate Professor, [email protected]
Information Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E. Martin Truchon, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Interior Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phil Marks, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Marine Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robert Kennedy, Assistant Professor, [email protected]
Mathematics and Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sharon Ryan, Associate Professor, sr[email protected]
Mechanical Engineering Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael Eggeman, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Medical Laboratory Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rebbecca Silva, Assistant Professor, [email protected]
Nursing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elizabeth Raposa, DNP, Assistant Professor, [email protected]
Occupational Therapy Assistant and Occupational Therapy . . . . Randy Fedoruk, OTD, Professor, r[email protected]
Occupational Therapy (Post-Professional Doctorate) . . . . . . . . . . . . Carol Doehler, OTD, Professor, [email protected]
Paramedic Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sean Thompson, [email protected]
Physical Therapist Assistant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Laurie Miner, Ph.D., Associate Professor, l[email protected]
Plumbing Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael Eggeman, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Public Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Magali Angeloni, Dr. Ph., Assistant Professor, [email protected]
Refrigeration/Air Conditioning Technology . . . . . . . . . Michael Eggeman, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Rehabilitation Sciences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Randy Fedoruk, OTD, Professor, r[email protected]
RN to BSN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Elizabeth Raposa, DNP, Assistant Professor, [email protected]
Respiratory Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paul Mangino, Ed.D., Assistant Professor, [email protected]
Surgical Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lisa Reed, Professor, [email protected]
Veterinary Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Christopher Hannafin, DVM, Assistant Professor, channafi[email protected]
Video Game Development and Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .E. Martin Truchon, Associate Professor, [email protected]
Welding Engineering Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael Eggeman, Associate Professor, [email protected]
EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION
Students (except students in 100% online programs) are expected to designate an emergency contact person for
the university to contact in the case of a personal emergency (i.e. student is injured, becomes ill, is transported
to the hospital, or where there is reason to believe that notification may reduce imminent risk to the student
or others). For resident students under the age of 18 and not emancipated minors, NEIT is required to notify
a custodial parent or guardian within 24 hours of the time a student is reported missing. Emergency Contact
Information is considered confidential and will only be used for a personal emergency.
Students can enter/update their emergency contact information on the Student Website on Web for Students
(enter “secure area” then click on Personal Information).
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IDENTIFICATION CARDS
NEIT provides all students with an identification card (ID card), given to commuter students during Registration
and to resident students upon checking into the residence hall. The ID card serves as proof of an individual’s
status and is used throughout the campus for access to certain services, including the dining hall, fitness center,
and library.
The ID card also serves as the building and room key for resident students.
All ID cards are the property of NEIT. Any transfer, alteration, falsification, or forgery of the card is prohibited, as
is the fraudulent or illegal use of the card. ID cards can be possessed only by the person to whom the card was
issued. Students should at no time give their ID cards to anyone, nor should they be in possession of an ID card
that was not expressly issued to them by the university.
Students are required to carry their ID card with them at all times on campus and must produce it for any
university official upon request.
Lost or Damaged Cards
Los
t ID cards should be immediately reported, or returned if found, to the Department of Public Safety (East
Greenwich Campus, room S111A), which is open 24 hours per day. Students who damage or lose their cards
should contact the Department of Public Safety for a new ID card. The cost for a lost or intentionally damaged
replacement card is $25.00. Students should also be aware that the ID card contains a microchip that can be
damaged by close contact to magnetic items and by punching a hole in the card.
Residence Hall Use
To maintain the safety of the residence hall community, residents are required to show their ID card to the Public
Safety Officer or Desk Assistant who is seated at the entrance of the residence hall.
For lockouts, refer to the Lockout Policy in the Residence Life section of this Student Handbook. Students whose
status changes from resident to commuter student must turn in their resident student ID card and receive a new
ID card as soon as they move out of the residence hall.
LOSS OR BREAKAGE OF NEIT EQUIPMENT OR TOOLS
Loss or breakage of university equipment or tools by the student is the responsibility of the student. The
replacement cost may be added to the student’s tuition bill.
PERSONAL PROPERTY
Any personal property brought onto NEIT premises is the sole responsibility of its owner. Students should
take appropriate precautions, and should not leave their personal property unattended. NEIT assumes no
responsibility for loss or damage to personal property on NEIT premises whether due to theft, fire or any other
cause.
PRINTING
Printers are available for student use in the Library, open labs and some classrooms.
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Each term, students will each be allocated $15.00 worth of printed copies at no charge, which is the equivalent of
187 black and white 81/2 X 11 prints. (See below for information about larger size and two-sided prints.)
Print Costs: . . . . 8-1/2 x 11 black and white . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 08 cents per copy
8-1/2 x11 color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 cents per copy
Two sided prints (black and white or color) will be considered 2 copies
8-1/2 x14 black and white . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 cents per copy
8-1/2 x14 color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 cents per copy
11x17 black and white . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 cents per copy
11x17 color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 cents per copy
Two sided prints (black and white or color) will be considered 2 copies
Large plotters used in certain academic programs will have the cost based on per inch. The cost per
square inch is: Black and white . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0008 per square inch
Color . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0028 per square inch
Any printing funds remaining at the end of a term will be added to the $15 allocation for the upcoming term as
long as the student is continuously enrolled at NEIT. Once a student is no longer enrolled at NEIT, the value of
unused copies is not subject to a refund.
To check your balance or to add funds for additional printing, go to the deposit center located on each campus.
• East Greenwich Campus, next to vending machines in S117
• Access Road Campus, in main lobby
• Post Road Campus, next to Security Office in the student lounge
REPORTING STUDENT INJURIES
For insurance purposes, any student injured on campus or at an off-campus program site (e.g., clinical site,
recreational sports location such as a YMCA, externship) is required to complete an accident report form with
New England Institute of Technology’s Human Resources Representative within 48 hours. The Human Resources
Representative is located in the Fiscal Office on the third floor of the East Greenwich Building.
STUDENT EMAIL:
https://students.neit.edu
New England Institute of Technology provides email accounts to all enrolled students. Students can access their
email by clicking on the email link on the Student Homepage at https://students.neit.edu. NEIT will utilize this
email service to provide important and necessary information to its students.
ALL STUDENTS ARE ADVISED TO CHECK THEIR NEIT EMAIL ACCOUNTS ON A DAILY BASIS.
Your NEIT email account may be the primary (and, in some cases, only) means by which information, some of
which is time sensitive, will be provided to you. Examples of information sent via email may include financial
aid award information, changes in class meeting times and locations, and communications from your course
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instructors. Students must use only their NEIT email account when communicating via email with faculty and
staff. Any student needing assistance in accessing their email may contact the Help Desk at HelpDesk@neit.edu
or by calling 401-467- 7744, ext. 3511.
STUDENT PROJECT VEHICLES AND PERSONAL PROPERTY
Any student bringing a vehicle onto NEIT property to be worked on in either the Automotive or Auto Body
facility must provide evidence that the vehicle is validly registered and carries liability insurance. All vehicles
and personal property must be removed from NEIT facilities and parking lots no later than the last day of each
academic term. Any vehicle or personal property left on NEIT premises after the last day of the academic term
will be removed at the owner’s expense.
STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
University policies, rules and procedures setting forth student rights and responsibilities are published in the
NEIT catalog and in the Student Handbook. It is the student’s responsibility to review these publications. The
most recent version of the Student Handbook is available on the student website at https://students.neit.edu.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
Student Transportation Services Intercampus Shuttle
NEIT shuttle service between the East Greenwich, Post Road and Access Road campuses is provided primarily for
resident students. Commuter students who are in need of transportation between the NEIT campuses should
contact the Office of Student Support Services for more information at 401-739-5000, ext. 3441 or visit room
N201 on the East Greenwich campus.
Public Transportation
A Rhode Island Public Transport Authority (RIPTA) bus stops at the East Greenwich Campus at door SC4 (rear of
the building). The bus route number is 16, “Bald Hill/NEIT/Quonset.” To review the schedule, go to https:// www.
ripta.com/schedules/.
Student Activities Transportation
• Transportation is available to NEIT students for certain off-campus field trips, recreational events,
and intramural programs. Students may contact Student Activities or the Fitness Center for more
information.
• The schedules for all NEIT shuttles are posted on the Student Website.
• Transportation services are offered only while classes are in session. Shuttle service is not available
during vacations, break periods or Intersession.
• Students are responsible for returning to the shuttle by the scheduled departure time to return to
campus. If a student misses the shuttle, it is the student’s responsibility to arrange for transportation
back to campus at his/ her own expense.
• Students must show a valid NEIT Student ID Card to board the shuttle.
• Guests are not allowed to ride on the NEIT shuttle.
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• Students must adhere to all NEIT policies while riding the NEIT shuttle. Courtesy to the driver and fellow
riders is expected at all times.
• The following are not allowed on NEIT shuttles: smoking, alcohol, and open food or drink containers.
• Students are advised not to walk or run into the street when the shuttle is in traffic. Students should not
bang on or attempt to board a moving bus, nor should they block or attempt to open the bus door.
• NEIT shuttle drivers reserve the right to deny transport to any passenger if, in the sole judgment of the
driver, the passenger’s behavior is a danger to the vehicle, the driver, or other passengers.
VEHICLES ON CAMPUS
Permit Required
Students who desire to use university parking areas at any of NEIT’s campuses must register their license plate
number (one for each car) with the Department of Public Safety in order to receive a parking permit. The
permit(s) issued must be attached to each vehicle. An NEIT Student I.D. is required when requesting a permit.
Parking permits are provided by the Department of Public Safety. Permits are issued during orientation or can be
picked up at the Public Safety Office at the East Greenwich campus, S111A. Student must present their student ID
and vehicle registration to receive a permit. Students may also apply for a permit online at:
https:// www.neit.edu/Student-Life/Public-Safety/Student-Parking-Permit-Form.
Students may receive a permit for only one vehicle. If there are circumstances that require a student to
temporarily have more than one vehicle on campus at the same time, the student must receive written
permission from the Director of Public Safety or their designee.
All students’ cars parked on NEIT campuses must be properly registered, insured, and have a parking permit
affixed permanently to the outside lower left corner of the windshield (driver’s side). All cars without valid
parking permits or permits not properly displayed may be cited or towed at the owner/operator’s expense.
Parking Rules
Vehicles must be parked within lane markers and should not block the exit of any other vehicle whether the
other car is legally parked or not. Motorcycles must park in designated areas only. Students are not allowed to
park in reserved parking spaces, including parking for Admissions and visitors. Parking in disability parking
spaces is only allowed with a visible state disability parking placard issued by the state. Parking is not permitted
in crosswalks or fire lanes. Any infractions of the university’s parking regulations will result in a parking fine and
any vehicle parked in any of the university’s parking lots without a permit may be towed at the owner’s expense.
Students who have more than one parking infraction may face disciplinary action.
Any vehicle or personal property brought onto NEIT premises is the sole responsibility of its owner. NEIT assumes
no responsibility for loss or damage to vehicles or personal property on NEIT premises whether due to fire, theft
or any other cause.
Guest Parking
Resident students who are planning to have a guest visit campus with a car, must apply for a Guest Parking Pass
with Public Safety. The guest must show Public Safety their license and registration. Once authorized and
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the guest pass is issued, the Guest Pass must be visibly displayed on the dashboard while the car is parked on
campus.
Any violations of this policy will result in fines or possible loss of privileges for the host.
Parking bans for designated NEIT parking lots are essential for efficient and timely snow removal and to ensure
adequate parking for guests who are attending NEIT events. When a ban is scheduled to go into effect, resident
students will usually be notified by text or email and told to which lot they need to move their vehicles and the
length of time they need to keep their vehicles in that parking lot. Violation of the parking ban may result in a
fine or towing the vehicle at the owner/operator’s expense.
Leaving Vehicles on Campus
Students cannot leave their vehicles on campus during break periods or during Intersession without the written
permission of the Director of Public Safety or their designee. Vehicles that remain in the parking lot without
authorization may be towed at the owner/operator’s expense.
Vehicles abandoned for more than two consecutive days may be towed at the owner’s expense.
Working on Vehicles
Students are prohibited from working on vehicles while parked on NEIT property other than as required in the
labs of NEIT’s automotive courses. This includes performing mechanical/electronic repairs as well as repairs to
the exterior of vehicles. Students who violate this policy may face disciplinary action and, if applicable, may be
charged for any damage to NEIT property, including for paint and oil stains.
Parking Maps
See Campus Maps in this Student Handbook.
VENDING MACHINES
Vending machines are located as follows:
• East Greenwich Building – S117, across from the Library
• Center for the Technologies (Post Road Campus) – Game room on first floor
• Automotive Building (Access Road Campus) -Student Lounge
• Electrical/Marine Technology Building (Access Road Campus) – Hallway outside of room A6
• High Performance/Criminal Justice (Access Road Campus) – Lounge Area at front entrance to unit 3
Residence Life Policies and Procedures
Resident students are expected to also review and become familiar with the policies and procedures that appear
in the other sections of this Student Handbook.
ABANDONED PROPERTY
Students must remove all personal belongings from their residence hall rooms within 24 hours from the
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end of their housing contract (or the time posted by Residence Life, whichever is first) or upon the vacating
of, withdrawal from, or removal from the university or the residence hall. If students fail to remove personal
belongings from the residence hall, the property shall be deemed as abandoned and disposed of by the
university at its sole discretion. Any costs associated with the removal of belongings will be charged to the
student.
The university assumes no liability for the loss or damage of students’ personal property if property has been
abandoned.
ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
See this policy in the University Policies section of this Student Handbook.
ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS – SINGLE ROOMS
New England Institute of Technology understands the importance of a supportive campus environment for its
students, and that this is particularly important for first-year students as they transition from high school to
college. A positive and engaging first-year experience can make a significant impact on incoming students’ level
of satisfaction, academic performance, campus involvement, and progress toward graduation. NEIT has designed
its residential program on the premise that an interactive social residence hall environment is fundamental to
living and participating in a cooperative learning experience. While living on campus, students will have the
opportunity to make new friends, immerse themselves in the NEIT culture, establish valuable social connections
and identify unique leadership opportunities.
Based on the premise that an interactive social residence hall environment is fundamental to living and learning
at NEIT, the residence hall is primarily designed to house two students per bedroom and includes a large number
of community areas, e.g., lounges, a game room, and a multipurpose room. The majority of student rooms are
double rooms with only a limited number of single rooms available. If a student requests a single room as an
accommodation, the request, as with all accommodation requests, will be evaluated on an individual basis. An
accommodation for a single room is only provided in the event that no other reasonable accommodation would
allow a student to participate in NEIT’s residential program as it is designed. A single room does not guarantee
privacy or a quiet environment. A single room also does not guarantee an allergen-free environment. For
students who have trouble concentrating and studying in their rooms, a single room is not typically warranted as
there are a number of quiet study spaces in the residence hall and in other locations on campus. A single room
will not prevent a student from having to interact and negotiate living arrangements with other students, such
as alone time, sleep patterns, and study schedules.
ALCOHOL AND DRUG AMNESTY POLICY
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures section of this Student Handbook.
ALCOHOL POLICY
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures section of this Student Handbook.
ANIMALS ON CAMPUS
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures section of this Student Handbook.
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COMMUNICABLE DISEASES (INCLUDING COVID 19)
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures section of this Student Handbook.
Students are reminded they are required to read and follow the communicable diseases including COVID-19
related policies and procedures established by NEIT. Noncompliance with the university’s rules, regulations or
policies pertaining to communicable diseases including COVID-19, on- or off-campus, may require the immediate
application of disciplinary action up to and including removal from the residence hall and/or dismissal.
CONFISCATION
Any object or substance used to violate any provision of the Student Conduct Policy may be confiscated and
disposed of as deemed appropriate by a university official.
Certain prohibited items may be confiscated, stored, and returned to the owner at the end of the term (or earlier
by arrangement with Residence Life), provided that the items are removed from campus immediately and not
returned to the premises. Alcohol and illegal items (e.g., controlled substances, drug paraphernalia, weapons)
will not be returned.
NEIT assumes no obligation for the care or safekeeping of any confiscated items while in its possession. Items not
retrieved by the end of each term will be deemed abandoned and disposed of at the university’s sole discretion.
CONSOLIDATIONS AND VACANCIES
The university reserves the right to consolidate or reassign residents in order to increase room occupancy. A
vacant bed may be offered to another student at any time and must be accessible to other students needing to
change rooms.
Students with a vacancy in their rooms are only permitted to occupy one set of furniture. If the occupant of
a room with a vacancy attempts in any way to block the filling of a vacant bed or to dissuade a prospective
roommate from occupying the room, the occupant may be subject to disciplinary action.
In addition, the university reserves the right to make housing assignments or relocate a student to another
space when, in the university’s sole judgment, general living conditions for any resident or the well-being of
the community will be improved by such a move. Students in an area in which the collective behavior of a
residential community is deemed problematic may be dispersed and reassigned to a new space. Students will be
responsible for any financial differences associated with the relocation.
COOKING AND KITCHEN USE
Students are not permitted to cook in their rooms, with the exception of food that can be prepared in a
microwave unit. (Only MicroChill microwaves are allowed in the residence hall.) Heating and cooking appliances
such as hot plates, air fryers, toasters, toaster ovens, indoor grills, and griddles are prohibited.
Students may use the common kitchen on the first floor of the residence hall, provided that such use occurs
outside of quiet hours and does not interfere with Residence Life programming. The kitchen hours are:
Monday-Thursday: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Friday: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Saturday: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m.
Sunday: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
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Students should not leave food that is heating unattended on the stove and/or in the oven. If a fire alarm is set
off due to smoke resulting from unattended food that is being heated, the student will be fined and may face
disciplinary action. (See Disciplinary Action and Fines, within Fire Safety Policy for Resident Students in this
Student Handbook.)
Students are responsible for cleaning up after themselves and must leave the entire kitchen area clean.
DAMAGES
NEIT holds students responsible for damage to property beyond normal wear and tear. Assessments and billing
for damages are done at regular intervals throughout the year and as needed.
Resident students will have 72 hours after checking in to report to the Residence Life staff any damages that
were not easily visible at the time of check-in. Damages are to be reported using the Room Condition Report
(RCR), which can be found in the housing software. An inspection will take place at check-out and will be
compared with the original RCR as a basis for assessing any damage and/or excessive cleaning charges.
Charges for damages within a room or suite that are not attributable to a specific individual(s) will be divided
among those residents living in the space. Charges for common area damages in public spaces within the
residence area (for example, halls, stairways, lounges, laundry room, lobbies, bathrooms, or kitchen) that cannot
be attributed to a specific individual(s) will be divided among all those living in that area, without exception.
In such cases, floors, pods, or the entire residence hall community may be charged. Students who may have
information about any damage that occurs in the residence area should contact a Residence Life staff member.
Students will be charged for items including, but not limited to, the following: damaged, missing, or moved
furniture; uncleanliness; damaged walls, floors, carpets, doors, fixtures, or appliances; and damaged or removed
window screens.
Students who are found responsible for the damage, vandalism and/or theft of university property or the
personal property belonging to another individual may be subject to disciplinary action in addition to being
charged financial restitution.
Common area damages are typically assessed quarterly and are charged to a student’s account. Individual
charges are assessed either as they occur, at the end of each term, or at the end of a student’s residency period.
Students are required to pay any damage charges within 10 days of notification by Residence Life.
DRUG POLICY
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures section of this Student Handbook.
ELEVATORS
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures section of this Student Handbook.
FIRE SAFETY POLICY FOR RESIDENT STUDENTS
In order to maintain a healthy and safe living environment, New England Institute of Technology’s (NEIT)
residence hall complies with applicable state and municipal fire and safety laws and regulations. NEIT
coordinates with the Town of East Greenwich to ensure on-going compliance with fire safety laws and
regulations.
Ensuring a safe environment, however, requires the involvement of the entire NEIT community.
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NEIT advises all residents to familiarize themselves with the emergency exists and evacuation routes from their
locations. Evacuation diagrams are posted in all residence hall rooms. If for any reason there is no evacuation
diagram in your area, immediately notify the Office of Auxiliary Services. Residents should also familiarize
themselves with the location of fire alarm boxes.
Students should immediately report any fire by calling 911 or pulling a fire alarm. Extinguished fires must be
reported to the Department of Public Safety. Students should also report any hazardous or potentially hazardous
conditions to the Department of Public Safety.
Students who fail to comply with NEIT’s Fire Safety Policy for Resident Students are subject to disciplinary action
which may jeopardize their residency status.
Fire Alarms
All students and guests are required by Rhode Island state law to evacuate the residence hall building when a fire
alarm sounds. If a fire alarm sounds, follow these instructions:
• Feel the door of your room to see if it is hot. If it is not hot, slowly open the door to check for smoke. If
there is no smoke, close the windows, leave the light on, and walk briskly to the nearest exit.
• Do not use an elevator; use the nearest stairway.
• If the door is hot or the corridor is filled with smoke, return to your room and notify the Department of
Public Safety. WAIT FOR A FIREFIGHTER BY THE WINDOW.
• Once outside, move away from the building to a designated assembly area (listed below).
Assembly areas are marked. Students will remain at the assembly area until informed by the fire department, the
Department of Public Safety, or Residence Life staff that it is safe to re-enter the building.
Assembly Areas
Main exit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assembly Point A on the quad
All other exits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Assembly Point E behind the residence hall
All persons exiting the building should stay off roads and walkways to allow first responders access to the
building.
If an assembly point is deemed to be unsafe, evacuees should move to another safe area. They should inform the
Department of Public Safety or a fire department official that they have moved.
Any student who fails to evacuate the residence hall immediately upon sounding of the fire alarm will face
disciplinary action.
Evacuation Residents with Mobility Impairments
Residents with a mobility impairment are responsible to notify the Residential Life staff of their mobility
impairment. The Resident Life staff along with the Environmental Health & Safety Officer will work with the
residents to ensure that they understand the building’s fire protection systems and address any issues specific to
their mobility impairment.
During a fire alarm, residents and guests with mobility impairments should move to the nearest exit and
allow the heavy flow of residents to pass. If able, they should then exit the building and report to the assigned
assembly point. If they are unable to leave the building due to a mobility impairment, they should move to a
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designated Evacuation Assistance Location. These are located next to the elevator, across from the main stairway
(north side) on each floor and are marked with an “Evacuation Assistance Location” sign.
Anyone at the Evacuation Assistance Location should call 234-5555 and inform NEIT Public Safety of the location.
Have another resident inform Public Safety or a First Responder if you don’t have a phone with you.
If residents and guests with a mobility impairment cannot safely move to the Evacuation Assistance Location,
they should return to their room, close the door and notify NEIT Public Safety of their location. If it isn’t possible
to notify Public Safety, move to the window and signal for assistance.
Evacuation of Service/Support Animals from Residence Hall
In the event of an emergency evacuation, the student owner, if present in the residence hall room at the time of
evacuation, may evacuate their service/support animal if the animal is caged or under their control and doing
so will not endanger the student or others. If an emergency occurs when the student is not present in the room,
then the situation may necessitate leaving the assistance/service animal behind until the area is deemed safe
for return by the incident commander or Public Safety. The resident should not attempt to enter the building to
retrieve the animal.
Large caged or uncontrolled animals shall be left in place and the incident commander or NEIT Public Safety staff
notified of their location. Emergency personnel will determine whether it is safe to remove an animal left in the
building and may not be held responsible for injury to or loss of the animal.
Emergency Exits and Egress
Hallways, corridors, and stairways are all considered part of the emergency exits and must remain clear and
unobstructed at all times. No personal items, including bicycles, can be stored in hallways or stairways. Items will
be confiscated at the owner’s risk.
Furniture or partitions of any kind cannot obstruct the means of egress, as these items may inhibit students from
escaping rooms in case of a fire. Furniture must be kept against the room walls and must not obstruct the door or
heaters.
The hanging of any combustible materials such as paper or cardboard in hallways and common areas is not
allowed. Approved name tags are allowed on the outside of room doors. Designated areas are maintained by
NEIT for posting notices. Please see the Residence Life staff to post items in designated areas.
Fire Protection Equipment
The use of fire equipment, except to extinguish a fire, is prohibited. Any person doing so will face disciplinary
action and receive a fine and may be subject to criminal prosecution.
Sprinkler heads, heat detectors, smoke detectors, fire extinguishers, and fire alarm pull boxes shall remain
unobstructed at all times. Items may not cover or be hung from the ceiling, light fixtures, sprinkler heads, smoke
detectors, fire extinguishers, or fire exit doors. The area around these devices must be kept clear in order for them
to function properly. Sprinkler heads must have eighteen inches of clearance from the distributor plate.
Obstructing, tampering with or causing fire alarm and firefighting equipment to become inoperable will lead to
disciplinary action, a fine and possible criminal prosecution.
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STUDENT ROOMS
Electrical
NEIT prohibits all electrical wiring other than that which it provides.
Extension cords are not allowed. UL approved power strips with a surge protector are allowed.
Decorative LED string lights (miniature) are allowed. Not more than three (3) sets may be connected together,
and they must be UL approved. All string lights must be hung properly and safely, ensuring intact cord insulation
(no thumb tacks).
The following types of furniture are prohibited:
• Upholstered furniture of any kind other than that provided by NEIT;
• Beanbag chairs;
• Inflatable furniture;
• Mattresses other than those provided by NEIT; and
• Egg crate foam (commercial mattress pads are allowed).
Poster, Tapestries, and Other Decorative Furnishings in Residence Hall Rooms
Bulletin boards, posters, and paper attached directly to the wall shall not exceed 20 percent of the wall area
to which they are applied. Tapestries or large wall hangings must be flame retardant and shall not exceed 50
percent of the wall to which they are applied. All items must be mounted at least 12 inches below the ceiling.
Prohibited Items
The following items are prohibited in the residence hall:
• Natural trees;
• Candles, incense, warmers, flammable liquids, and flame lamps;
• Hookahs;
• Plug-in air fresheners (free-standing fresheners, sprays, and potpourri are allowed);
• Quartz halogen lamps;
• Lava lamps;
• Space heaters;
• Electric blankets;
• Electric frying pans, hot plates, indoor grills, stoves, woks, or other cooking appliances;
• Toasters, toaster ovens, broilers, air fryers, and popcorn poppers;
• Air conditioners;
• Personal microwaves except as available through the approved NEIT vendor;
• Personal refrigerators except as available through the approved NEIT vendor;
• Coffee makers, curling irons, hair straighteners, irons, and other such appliances, unless they have an
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automatic shut off. Students must have proof of automatic shutoff;
• Grills of any kind;
• Explosives, fireworks, or fuels of any kind;
• Fog machines;
• Hover-boards or other motorized devices; and
• Non-surge protected extension cords.
Inspections
Residence Life staff will periodically inspect all student rooms for health and safety violations at any time without
prior notice to the student. If any serious violation is found and/or if prohibited items are found, the staff will take
immediate action to correct it, including confiscation of items of property. Less serious violations will result in
a notice of violation, and the student will be given 48 hours to make the needed correction. In some instances,
occupants of the room may face disciplinary actions for fire safety violations.
Disciplinary Action and Fines
Students who violate the Fire Safety Policy for Resident Students will face disciplinary action up to and including
dismissal. In addition, the following fines will be imposed for each violation of the following:
• $500 for pulling a fire alarm when there is no fire;
• $150 for obstructing or tampering with a fire alarm or firefighting equipment;
• $150 for engaging in any prohibited activity that activates a fire alarm; and
• $25 for possession of a candle, incense, warmer, flammable liquids, or flame lamps.
Students will also be responsible for the cost of any damages that occur as a result of their violation of the Fire
Safety Policy for Resident Students.
FURNITURE
Student rooms are furnished with a bed and mattress (extra-long twin), set of drawers, desk and chair, and a
closet for each student.
Students who live in suite style rooms are not allowed to move the NEIT furniture from one room of the suite to
the adjoining room.
Bed risers, cinder blocks, and other devices used to elevate the height of the beds are prohibited. Lofting beds
is prohibited. Beds can be bunked ONLY by NEIT staff at the request of a residence hall occupant. Students
must submit the request using a Work Order form in My Housing. Students are not permitted to bunk beds by
themselves. When a bed is bunked, it will be equipped with a bed rail and a ladder. All residents using bunk
beds in the residence halls acknowledge that failure to use bed rails or ladders provided with the bunked beds is
dangerous and unsafe. Students assume the risk of injury for the failure to use provided bed rails and ladders.
Shades are provided for windows. University furniture may not be removed from a student’s room. Students will
be billed for any furnishings that are lost or damaged.
Lounge furnishings are placed in public common areas for use by all students and guests. University furniture
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or property may not be moved from community spaces to other areas or to student rooms. Students found
removing university furniture from their rooms or moving items from common areas to their personal rooms may
face disciplinary action and/or be charged for missing or damaged furniture.
All students must also adhere to the university’s Fire Safety Policy and Room Personalization Policy, which outline
in greater detail what furnishings are allowed and prohibited in the residence hall.
GUESTS
For purposes of this policy, a guest is defined as any non-NEIT student or any NEIT commuter student who is
visiting the residence hall. Guests also include resident students who are visiting a room that is not their own.
A host is any NEIT resident student with whom a guest is visiting, whether that guest is registered. Hosts are
responsible for the conduct of their guests and the consequences of that conduct.
All NEIT resident students wishing to host an off-campus guest on campus must register their guest at the front
desk of the residence hall.
Resident students may have guests in the residence hall subject to the following conditions:
• Residents must obtain permission from their roommates to host a guest.
• Guests must be accompanied by their hosts at all times.
• The room/suitemates’ right to access and privacy must be respected.
• Guests must sign in and out of the residence hall with their host present.
• Guests must be at least 18 years of age or older. A resident may host a guest younger than 18 only with
approval from the Director of Residence Life or designee. The request to host a guest younger than 18
must be made during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. If approved,
the guest must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian at all times, and must leave the residence
hall by 8:00 p.m. Under no circumstances are guests under the age of 18 permitted to spend the night in
the residence hall.
• Guests must possess valid photo identification that includes their date of birth while on NEIT property
and present that identification to an NEIT official when asked.
• Residents are permitted to host no more than two guests at the same time.
• Residents may host guests overnight (after 12:00 a.m.) for a maximum of two nights in a seven-day
period. All guests, including non-students, commuter students, and resident students of other room
assignments, are limited to visiting overnight no more than two nights in a seven-day period, regardless
of the host.
• Guests are expected to comply with all residence hall regulations and NEIT policies. Guests who are
students at other institutions and who have violated an NEIT policy or residence hall regulation may be
referred to their institution for disciplinary action.
• Guests may not stay overnight in the common areas of the residence hall.
• Guests may not be in the residence hall during break periods.
• Guests may not stay overnight in the residence hall during a move-in period.
• Beginning at 9 a.m. on the Saturday of week 9 (the Saturday before finals week), only NEIT students are
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permitted to be guests throughout the final exam period (week 10).
• Guests who are not accompanied by a host or who do not adhere to NEIT policies may be asked to leave
immediately and/or may be removed and restricted from campus.
HALL SPORTS
Because of the potential for noise, personal injury, and damage to the building, hall sports of any kind are
prohibited inside the residence hall. The use of roller blades, bicycles, skateboards, and scooters is also prohibited
indoors. Water games and devices are restricted to outdoor use only.
HEALTH AND SAFETY INSPECTIONS
The Office of Residence Life conducts health and safety inspections of the residence hall periodically throughout
the year. These inspections can occur at any time and consist of a visual assessment of the rooms to check for
cleanliness, overloaded electrical circuits, and items that are not permitted in the residence hall, including fire
safety violations. Prohibited items discovered during these inspections will be confiscated and may be discarded,
and any policy violations will be documented.
If violations are found, students will be given 24 hours to make the needed correction.
Students wishing to claim individual responsibility for violations should contact the Residence Life Coordinator
within 48 hours of the inspection. If no claim is made within this time frame, all members of the room or suite in
which the violation occurred will be held responsible.
If violations of the Student Conduct Policy are discovered during the course of an inspection, residents may also
be subject to disciplinary action.
HOUSING CONTRACTS
Only NEIT students who have a current Housing Contract are permitted to reside in NEIT housing. Individuals,
including non-resident NEIT students, living in NEIT housing illegally, along with the residents who have
permitted them to stay in their room or suite, may face legal or disciplinary action.
NEIT resident students must adhere to policies published in the NEIT Student Handbook and Residence Life
policies and procedures found on the Residence Life website or in other published materials.
HOUSING DEPOSITS
New resident students (students who never lived in the residence hall or students who return to the residence
hall after an interruption in their residency) must pay a $225 nonrefundable housing deposit to reserve a space
in the residence hall. If a student chooses not to live on campus after paying this deposit, the deposit will not be
refunded. The only instance in which this deposit would be refunded is if NEIT does not assign the student to a
room. This deposit will be held as a damage deposit for as long as the student is a resident. The damage deposit,
minus the cost for any damage, will be credited to the student’s account following the student’s final term of
residency.
Returning resident students (students who did not have an interruption in their residency from the previous
term) must pay a $200 nonrefundable room reservation deposit each spring when completing the Returning
Student Housing Application. This deposit will be credited to the student’s account to offset future housing
costs. Returning resident students who fail to complete the Returning Student Housing Application and submit
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the room reservation deposit by the deadline stated by the Office of Residence Life will be excluded from the
housing selection process and will not be guaranteed a space in the residence hall. If space is available, there will
be a $275 late application fee added to the student’s room reservation deposit of $200 for failure to complete the
Returning Student Housing Application and pay the room reservation deposit by the stated deadline. Students
who withdraw from housing prior to the start of the Summer Term will not be refunded the room reservation
deposit or the late application fee, if applicable.
HOUSING WITHDRAWALS
A resident student who wishes to discontinue living in the residence hall must immediately notify the Office of
Residence Life by completing the Housing Move-Out form, located in My Housing. The student will have 24
hours after the withdrawal date to vacate the room, remove all personal belongings, and complete the checkout
process with a member of the Residence Life staff. (If the withdrawal date is at the end of a given term, the
student must vacate their room within 24 hours of the student’s last final exam or project, or by the posted
closing time, whichever comes first.) Students who fail to complete this process prior to moving out of the
residence hall will be charged a $200 Improper Checkout Fee.
In accordance with NEIT’s Refund Policy published in the university catalog, a student who assumes residence in
any given term is responsible for all room charges for that term. Meal plan refunds are pro-rated according to the
schedule outlined in the Refund Policy.
IDENTIFICATION CARDS
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures section of this Student Handbook
IMMEDIATE INTERIM HOUSING SUSPENSION
The Director of Residence Life or their designee may impose an Immediate Interim Housing suspension if
credible information is received that a student allegedly has:
• jeopardized the safety and well-being of members of the NEIT community or preservation of NEIT
property,
• jeopardized their own physical or emotional safety and well-being; or
• posed a credible threat of disruption of or interference with the normal operations of NEIT.
After taking such action, the Director of Residence Life or their designee will notify the student in writing of the
interim suspension, including the reasons for the interim suspension.
During the interim housing suspension, the student will be prohibited from being in the residence hall or on the
grounds of the residence hall until such time as a determination can be made that the student does not pose a
threat to himself or herself or to others, or to the continuance of normal NEIT operations.
INTERRUPTION OF SERVICES
The university is not liable for the failure or interruption of utilities or services due to power/electrical issues,
weather, or acts of nature.
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LOCKOUTS
Students must have their NEIT ID Card on their person at all times, especially when they leave their residence hall
room. Students should contact Public Safety if they are unable to return to their room or the building because
they are without their ID card.
Residents must produce their ID Card immediately after being let back into their room in order to verify their
identity and ensure the card is not lost.
Students determined to be abusing the lockout service (i.e., excessive number of lockout calls during a specified
period of time) may face disciplinary action.
Students are prohibited from leaving their doors propped open when they are not present in the room/suite.
MAILROOM PROCEDURES
Resident students’ mail will be available for pick up at the Resident Student Mailroom counter or the self-service
lockers located outside of the Mailroom (room S111C, corridor adjacent to the Public Safety Office). Upon NEIT’s
receipt of student letters and packages, students will receive a message to their NEIT email that will provide the
pick-up location. Students should not go to the Mailroom until they have received an NEIT email stating their
mail has arrived. Even though Amazon or the postal service may send an email indicating that a package(s) or
mail has been delivered, students cannot pick up their mail until the NEIT Mailroom has received and processed
the mail during regular business hours.
For letters and packages placed in the lockers, students will be notified of the locker number and provided
an access code. The lockers can be accessed daily from 6:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. All other mail not placed in the
lockers should be picked up at the Mailroom counter. Students will be required to show their ID card.
On campus mail services are for resident students only. If nonresident students receive mail, it will be sent back
to the sender.
Letters and packages will be held in the mailroom for only two weeks from date of arrival. After that time, mail
will be sent back to the sender, whenever possible. NEIT will not pay return postage if a package cannot be
returned to the sender; these items will be disposed of at the discretion of the Office of Residence Life. Resident
students should use only the residence hall address (below) to receive mail. Any mail delivered to NEIT’s mailing
address (1 New England Tech Blvd) will be sent back to the sender.
Resident students’ outbound U.S. Postal Service letters and packages that have the required postage or prepaid
delivery can be processed at the Mailroom during regular business hours. At no time should any package or
letter be left unattended at the Mailroom. Processed mail may not be picked up by the U.S. Postal Service until
the next business day.
Mailroom hours are posted outside the mailroom and are subject to change.
Resident students’ mailing address:
New England Institute of Technology
Student Name and Room Number
75 New England Tech Boulevard
East Greenwich, RI 02818
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MEAL PLANS
All resident students are required to purchase a meal plan. The selection of a meal plan is made when students
complete their housing application. Students who wish to make a change to their meal plan selection must do so
no later than 7 days before classes begin for the term.
MISSING STUDENT NOTIFICATION POLICY
The purpose of this policy, in compliance with the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008, is to provide
students with procedures and information for reporting a missing person. The policy applies specifically to
students who reside in NEIT’s residence hall(s).
Contact Person
Resident students who are 18 years of age or older or who are emancipated minors have the option, upon
moving into the residence hall, to identify a specific contact person or persons who will be notified by Public
Safety or a local law enforcement agency within 24 hours of a determination that a student is missing. The
identity of the contact person(s) will remain confidential with the exception of law enforcement and staff
designated to respond to missing person reports.
For resident students under the age of 18 and not emancipated minors, NEIT is required to notify a custodial
parent or guardian within 24 hours of the time a student is reported missing.
Notification Procedures for Missing Persons
If a student is believed to be missing, defined as an individual who has not been seen or heard from for 24 hours
or more and whose whereabouts is unknown, a report should be made to one of the following:
• Director of Residence Life
• Residence Life Coordinator
• Public Safety
If the report is made to residence life staff, residence life staff will contact Public Safety immediately, and they will
work cooperatively as follows:
• Checking the missing student’s residence hall room
• Attempting to contact the missing student via cell phone, email, social media, or other means
• Identifying and contacting other individuals who may have knowledge of the missing student’s
whereabouts
• Checking card access logs and video monitoring recordings to determine last use of the card and track
card for future uses.
• Working with Department of Technical Services (DoTS) to determine last login and use of the NEIT
student portal and email systems
Public Safety will gather all essential information related to the missing person and conduct a thorough
investigation. No later than 24 hours after the missing person report is first received, Public Safety will notify
the individual’s designated contact(s) or (for persons under 18 years of age and not emancipated minors) the
subject’s parent or guardian to inform them that the resident student is believed to be missing.
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Regardless of the student’s age, emancipation status or whether the student has designated a contact person,
Public Safety will, within 24 hours of the report, notify the local law enforcement agency with jurisdiction in the
area where the student is missing.
All inquiries by the media or the general public regarding missing persons will be referred to the Executive Vice
President. All public statements will be coordinated through that office.
POLICY AGAINST UNLAWFUL HARASSMENT,
DISCRIMINATION AND RETALIATION
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures Section of this Student Handbook.
QUIET HOURS
The residence hall should be reasonably quiet at all times. Students are expected to consider other residents in
regard to the volume of their conversations, televisions, stereos, computers, or other electronic equipment.
Loud or boisterous behavior is disruptive and unacceptable. Stereo systems in particular are considered
privileged items and should be used for personal enjoyment. They are to be used within the confines of one’s
room at a volume that does not infringe on the rights of others within the community. Speakers may not be
placed in windows or aimed outside. Disorderly noise and the use of sound equipment is subject to regulation by
the Office of Residence Life and Public Safety.
Certain hours are designated as quiet hours. These quiet hours are considered important for study and sleep
in the residence hall, and they are to be observed and enforced by all members of the community in a spirit of
civility.
Sound must not be audible beyond the limits of any individual room, hallway, or common area.
Quiet hours are: Sunday through Thursday: 10:00 p.m. – 8:00 a.m.
Friday through Saturday: 12:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m.
During the final week of every term, 24-hour quiet hours are enforced so that students may prepare for final
exams.
Students should attempt to address disruptive conduct with one another in a calm and respectful manner;
however, should the behavior continue, a member of the Residence Life staff or Public Safety should be
contacted for appropriate action. Serious or repeated offenses will result in disciplinary action and/or the
confiscation of sound equipment.
REFUND POLICY
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures section of this Student Handbook.
RESIDENCE HALL SECURITY PROCEDURES
Security is the responsibility of all residents. The following precautions will help to ensure your protection and
the safety and security of your residence hall community:
• Do not prop open your residence hall room door;
• Do not prop open any of the residence hall’s exterior doors;
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• Do not exit (or enter) any door designated as an emergency exit unless there is an actual emergency;
• Always lock your room whenever you leave, even if it’s only to go to the hallway bathroom or visit your
neighbor;
• Do not make any modifications to room locks in an effort to have the door remained unlocked;
• Do not allow strangers to enter the building with you. If an unauthorized person pushes past you or
follows you through the door, immediately inform Public Safety or a Residence Life staff member;
• Report suspicious persons or packages to Public Safety or a member of the Residence Life staff. Failure to
comply with any of the procedures indicated above may result in disciplinary action.
RIGHT OF ENTRY INTO RESIDENCE HALL ROOMS
NEIT respects its resident students’ reasonable expectation of privacy in their rooms and makes every effort to
ensure privacy in NEIT residences. However, in order to protect the health and safety of the university’s students
and maintain the property of the university, NEIT reserves the right to enter and inspect student residence
hall rooms in the interest of preserving a safe and an orderly living and learning environment. For this reason,
residents are not permitted to change or add private locks, or security devices to any NEIT property, including
but not limited to residence hall rooms, NEIT furniture, other than on NEIT furniture equipped with a fixture for a
lock, or to any part of the residence hall building.
When, in the sole judgment of NEIT officials, entry into a student’s room is necessary to preserve a safe and
orderly living environment, designated NEIT officials have the authority to enter and inspect a student’s
residence hall room and its contents and are authorized to use a pass key to gain entrance to a room if the
assigned occupant(s) is not present or if they are refused entry after knocking and identifying themselves.
Designated NEIT officials include Residence Life staff, Public Safety staff, the Environmental Health and Safety
Officer, and Facilities staff. Whenever possible, the purpose of the entry will be stated to the occupant(s) of the
room.
When designated NEIT officials, in their sole judgment, suspect the possession or use of illegal or unauthorized
drugs, alcoholic beverages, firearms, weapons, NEIT prohibited items, or stolen property on campus, or in cases
otherwise involving some risk of harm, NEIT reserves the right to search an occupant’s personal belongings that
are on NEIT property.
If a personal belonging(s) to be searched is locked inside of an item, the occupant is required to open it when
directed by a Designated NEIT Official. If the occupant refuses to remove a lock or if the occupant is not present
during a search, and the locked item is owned by NEIT, such as a desk, NEIT reserves the right to break the lock
to conduct a search. If the occupant refuses to remove a lock from a personal item that is not owned by NEIT or
if the occupant is not present during a search, and in NEIT’s reasonable determination there is an eminent risk of
harm, NEIT reserves the right to open the locked item. If there is no eminent risk of harm, NEIT reserves the right
to confiscate the item until such time as the matter is resolved. If more than 3 months pass before the matter is
resolved due to the occupant’s lack of cooperation in the matter, NEIT reserves the right to open and/or discard
the locked item and its contents.
RIGHT TO SEARCH
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures section of this Student Handbook.
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ROOM CHANGES
The Office of Residence Life is responsible for room assignments and reassignments. Students may not change
rooms without prior written authorization from Residence Life. Changing rooms is not necessarily the best way
to resolve roommate issues; therefore, students are expected to make a genuine effort for mutual adjustment
and compromise. Students who are having challenges with their roommate or suitemate should first discuss the
situation with the individual(s) involved. If additional assistance is needed, students should seek the advice of
their Resident Assistant. The Residence Life Coordinator is also available to support students in mediating any
conflicts. As part of resolving the matter, a roommate agreement may be created, and students will be expected
to adhere to the agreement. Should any student attempt to force a roommate to move out by instigating or
perpetuating conflict, Residence Life reserves the right to determine which student will be relocated.
Room changes are not allowed during the first two weeks or the last week of any term. Students who wish to
change rooms over a term break must complete all housing procedures, including moving possessions, before
they leave for the break.
Unauthorized room changes may result in disciplinary action.
ROOM OCCUPANCY: ARRIVALS, DEPARTURES, AND BREAK PERIODS
The residence hall opens and closes on the dates posted on the university calendar. Students are required to be
familiar with NEIT’s term and break periods and plan accordingly. Students are not permitted to arrive early or
stay late. It is each student’s responsibility to find alternative housing for the times the residence hall is closed.
Arrivals
Students are required to check in with Residence Life prior to moving into their assigned rooms. Those students
who fail to complete the check-in process and complete a Room Condition Report forfeit the ability to appeal
any damage charges.
Departures
Students are expected to vacate their rooms by the scheduled date and time. If students are moving out of the
hall at the end of a given term, they must vacate their rooms within 24 hours of their last final exam or project, or
by the posted closing time, whichever comes first. Likewise, if a student’s room and board contract is terminated
for any reason, the student will have no more than 24 hours to vacate the room.
The residence hall closes at the end of the Spring Term, and all students must vacate their rooms and remove all
personal belongings within 24 hours of their last final exam or project, or by the posted closing time, whichever
comes first.
Prior to checking out, students must remove all personal belongings and items that were not originally in the
room, clean their assigned spaces, and return the furniture to its original location. As part of the check-out
process, students should schedule a time, on a schedule provided by Residence Life, to have a member of the
Residence Life staff inspect the room with the student present prior to the student’s leaving the residence hall.
Failure to do so, will relinquish the student’s ability to appeal any charges for damage to the room, furniture and/
or bathroom, if applicable.
Personal items left in the room will be disposed by the university at the risk and expense of the residents. No on-
campus storage for personal items is available.
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Students who plan to not return after a break period that falls within the timeframe of the student’s housing
contract must complete the Move-out Form, which is available on “My Housing” on the Student Website. Failure
to do so will result in an assessment of a $200 Improper Checkout Fee.
Break Periods
The residence hall closes during the Summer-Fall Term break period, Thanksgiving Vacation, Fall-Winter Term
break period, and Winter-Spring Term break period. The residence hall is closed during Intersession. Students
must vacate the residence hall during vacation and break periods, and cannot enter the residence hall during
these periods. Before leaving the residence hall for Intersession, all personal items must be removed from the
residence hall, and students must clean their assigned spaces and return the furniture to its original location.
Students who do not leave the residence hall by the date/time required by the Office of Residence Life may face
disciplinary action and be charged a fee.
Students who plan to not return after a break period that falls within the timeframe of the student’s housing
contract must complete the Move-out Form before the end of the student’s current term. The form is available on
“My Housing” on the Student Website. Failure to do so will result in an assessment of a $200 Improper Checkout
Fee.
ROOM PERSONALIZATION
Students are not permitted to paint, wallpaper, renovate, or modify their rooms or bathrooms in any way, or
attempt to make their own repairs to damages made in their rooms. Any alteration to the interior or exterior of a
room or a bathroom is considered damage and is not allowed. This includes changing showerheads.
Students are only permitted to use white poster putty to affix items to the walls. Items should not exceed the
poster putty manufacturer’s specified weight limit. Students who hang anything too heavy for poster putty or
use anything other than poster putty, including but not limited to tacks, nails, duct tape, Command Strips or
similar products, that results in damage to the walls will be charged for any repairs upon moving out of the room.
Light strips that adhere to surfaces are not allowed because they damage surfaces upon removal.
Curtains may not be hung in the windows. Curtains may be hung in the closet openings using only tension rods.
No materials can be placed in, on, or outside of windows. Residence Life reserves the right to require the removal
of any decorative items in view of the public.
All students must also adhere to the NEIT’s Fire Safety Policy, which outlines in greater detail what furnishings
and personal decorations are allowed and prohibited in the residence hall.
ROOM SELECTION
Housing contracts terminate at the end of the Spring Term. Room selection for resident students who intend to
return to housing beginning in the Summer Term is conducted during the prior Spring Term. Only NEIT students
residing in campus housing at the time of the room selection process are eligible to participate.
The Office of Residence Life maintains and provides students with the housing selection rules and procedures
for the room selection process. Students who wish to return to housing in the Summer Term must pay a Room
Reservation Deposit when submitting the Returning Student Housing Application by the stated deadline to be
eligible to select a room and to match with a desired roommate.
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Students who secure a room are required to be registered full-time for Summer Term classes and have made
financial arrangements with the university by the published deadlines in order to retain their assignment.
SANITATION AND HYGIENE
Students are expected to keep their rooms and living areas in a clean and habitable condition at all times.
Housekeeping services are provided for public areas, but residents are required to maintain individual rooms and
private bathrooms within suites. Because resident students are living in close quarters, they are also expected to
practice the basic principles of personal hygiene.
Students are responsible for emptying their own trash and recycling from their rooms/suites and disposing of
it in designated trash rooms. Personal trash and belongings may not be left in common areas, including public
bathrooms and laundry rooms.
Perishable foods must be refrigerated, and other food items should be stored in closed containers to avoid
attracting and harboring pests and to avoid contamination of food.
If it is determined that a student’s living area falls below acceptable health or safety standards, as determined by
the university, the student will be required to take corrective action. Students may incur charges for excessive
cleanups in individual rooms or common areas.
SMOKING POLICY
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures Section of this Student Handbook.
SOLICITATION
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures Section of this Student Handbook.
STUDENT CONDUCT POLICY
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures Section of this Student Handbook.
STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE
See this information in the University Policies and Procedures Section of this Student Handbook.
TITLE IX REPORTING, INVESTIGATION AND GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES
See this policy in the University Policies and Procedures Section of this Student Handbook.
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES
See this information in the University Policies and Procedures Section of this Student Handbook.
VEHICLES ON CAMPUS
See this information in the Additional Information Section of this Student Handbook.
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East Greenwich Campus
Division Road
To RT2
1. Richard I. Gouse Building
2. Seth Kurn Student Center
3. Meltzer Residence Hall
4. Basketball Courts
5. Sports Field
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Post Road Campus
CT – Center for the Technologies
G – Gouse Building
1 – Student Parking
G
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CT
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Access Road Campus
A Building
AB Building
AC Building
AD Building
1 Student Parking
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TECH
Columbus Day
Holiday
(NO CLASSES)
CLASSES
END
CLASSES
BEGIN
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register by appt.
with
Student Advisor
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register on Web
for Students
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add 10-week courses
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add 10-week courses
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weeks 1-5 courses
Check your schedule
for Friday classes
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10-week courses by appt. with
Student Advisor
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weeks 6-10 courses
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weeks 6-10 courses
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10-week courses
by email to
Student Advisor
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weeks 1-5 courses
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courses on web
3
THANKSGIVING BREAK WEEK
4
DECEMBER
NOVEMBER
OCTOBER
FALL TERM 2023
WEB
REGISTRATION
BEGINS
Veterans Day
Holiday
(NO CLASSES)
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TECH
WEB REGISTRATION
BEGINS
Last day to
register by appt with
Student Advisor
Last day to late
add 10-week courses
Last day to
add weeks
6-10 courses
Check your schedule for
Friday classes
Last day to add
weeks 1-5 courses
Last day to drop
weeks 1-5 courses
Last day to drop weeks
6-10 courses
Last day to drop
10-week courses
by email to
Student Advisor
Last day to drop
10-week courses
by appt. with
Student Advisor
3
BREAK WEEK
4
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
Martin Luther King, Jr.
Holiday
(NO CLASSES)
15
WINTER TERM 2024
Presidents Day
Holiday
(NO CLASSES)
Last day
to register on
Web for Students
CLASSES
END
CLASSES
BEGIN
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8
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10-week courses
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courses on web
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schedule for
Friday classes
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10-week courses
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weeks 1-5 courses
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late add
10-week courses
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weeks 6-10 courses
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register on Web
for Students
Commencement
MAY
Memorial Day
Holiday
(No Classes)
SPRING TERM 2024
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register by appt. with
Student Advisor
Last day to drop
10-week courses
by email to
Student Advisor
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10-week courses
by appt. with
Student Advisor
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END
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APRIL
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Check your
schedule for
Friday classes
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TECH
WEB
REGISTRATION
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INTERSESSION 2024
June 3 — July 6, 2024
• An opportunity to stay on-track or get ahead in your degree progress
• 5-week classes
• Day and evening classes
• Liberal arts classes only (non-technical)
SUMMER TERM July 15 — September 21, 2024
• This is a term of technical and liberal arts classes and is Mandatory
• Not all summer term classes will be available in the fall term
CLASSES
END
Juneteenth
Holiday
(No Classes)
NEW ENGLAND
TECH
Last day to drop
courses on web
Last day to
register
for Intersession
Classes
Last day to
drop Intersession
classes
JUNE
INTERSESSION 2024
Independence Day
Holiday
(NO CLASSES)
6
4
Sample Schedule
HU 289 Tues. & Thurs. 8:30 am to 12:00 pm
MA 100 Mon., Wed., & Thurs., 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
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NEW ENGLAND
TECH
WEB
REGISTRATION
BEGINS
CLASSES
BEGIN
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weeks 6-10 courses
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courses on Web
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weeks 1-5 courses
Last day to
register on Web
for Students
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10-week courses
Last day to drop
weeks 1-5 courses
First day to late add
10-week courses
Last day to add
weeks 6-10 courses
Check your
schedule for
Friday classes
3
BREAK WEEK
4
SEPTEMBER
JULY
AUGUST
Labor Day
Holiday
(NO CLASSES)
15
Last day to
register by appt. with
Student Advisor
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10-week courses
by email to
Student Advisor
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10-week courses
by appt. with
Student Advisor
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