Definitions

Student - the term “student” includes any person who:

• Has been admitted to the College, regardless of whether they have enrolled in classes.
• Is taking courses at the College (full time or part time) or pursuing undergraduate, certificate, professional, adult education, or distance learning courses; or
• Not currently enrolled but considered an active student for registration purposes.

Students that violate the Code of Conduct and leave the college for whatever reason, will be held accountable when they return. A disciplinary hold will be placed on the student’s record prohibiting registration until the situation has been resolved. In cases deemed to be a direct threat to campus safety, the College may elect to issue a temporary suspension and pursue conduct charges.

Learning environment - is defined as where students engage and participates in learning activities such as face to face, live online, fully online, hybrid setting to include, but not limited to, any gathering of faculty or other College employees and students for the purpose of teaching and learning.

College community - is defined as PBSC employees, students, and other constituents with responsibilities to the College (i.e., DBOT).

Information Technology Resources - is defined as unauthorized access to or use of computer, computer system, network, software, or data.

Restorative Justice - is a non-adversarial approach to addressing offensive behavior that focuses on identifying and repairing harm through facilitated dialogue. It seeks to rebuild relationships and foster understanding by encouraging accountability, empathy, and collaboration among those involved, rather than relying on punitive conduct measures. This process aims to create a supportive environment where individuals can learn from their actions, heal, and contribute to a stronger, more respectful college community.