Rights and Responsibilities of Individuals

Campus Safety and Environment

Campus Violence

Accountability

Established personnel and public safety procedures will serve as the mechanism for resolving situations of violence or threats of violence. For students and student applicants, this policy is administered through the Dean of Students office. Any University disciplinary action will be imposed pursuant to the applicable collective bargaining agreement and in accordance with University Policy.

Applicability

This policy applies to all individuals on the campus of CI including vendors or guests.

Definition(s)

For the purpose of this policy, violence and threats of violence include:

• Any willful use of force against another;
• Any act that is physically assaultive; or
• Any threat, behavior or action which is interpreted by any reasonable person to potentially harm or endanger the safety of others or destroy or damage property.

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CI prohibits violent acts or intimidation through threat of violence. Any individual who commits a violent act or threatens to commit a violent act is subject to disciplinary action and civil or criminal prosecution as appropriate. Each allegation of violence or threat of violence will be taken seriously. Individuals are encouraged to immediately report acts of violence, threats of violence, or any other behavior that by intent, act or outcome harms another person or property, to Police Services, their supervisor, or Human Resources Programs. Students should report this conduct to any Student Affairs administrator.

CI has zero tolerance for violence against any members of the University community. To fulfill this policy, the University will work to prevent violence from occurring and will ensure that federal and state laws, as well as University regulations prohibiting violence, are fully enforced. In determining whether conduct constitutes a credible threat or act of violence, the circumstances surrounding the conduct will be considered.

(FA.31.011)

Free Speech and Assembly

Accountability

The Vice President for Student Affairs and the Dean of Students

Applicability

All registered students at CI

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The University maintains its rights to regulate reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions concerning acts of expression and dissent. Any acts that are disruptive to the normal operations of the University including classes and University business or invade the rights of others will not be tolerated. The University has designated an area in the park Northeast of El Dorado Hall as the Free Speech Area. For members of the campus community spontaneous use of this area is permitted for non-amplified activity. A recognized club or organization, faculty, or University division or department must sponsor non-campus community members.

The issuance of invitations to outside speakers by members of the campus community is encouraged and except for constraints that may follow from the lack of availability of suitable facilities is limited only in unusual circumstances when an invitation may be canceled by the President of the University or designee, if in his or her opinion the proposed event or speech constitutes a clear and present danger to the University.

This policy is not intended to prohibit or regulate free speech in the form of a guest lecture or speaker which is tied to, sponsored by or affiliated with a specific academic class or program.

In all instances, Free Speech and Assembly will be governed by the following guidelines:

1. Disruptive Activity — Obstruction, disruption, or interference with classes, research, administrative functions, or other University activities is not permitted. Likewise, infringement on the rights of others is prohibited.
2. Reasonable Access — It is important to provide reasonable access to and exit from any office, classroom, laboratory, or building. Likewise vehicular and pedestrian traffic should not be obstructed.
3. Peaceful Assembly — Picketing or demonstrating in an orderly manner or distributing literature outside University buildings is acceptable with the appropriate approval from the Dean of Students. Demonstrations inside campus buildings are prohibited. All applicable University policies on written materials apply as well.
4. Symbolic Protest — Displaying a sign, gesturing, wearing symbolic clothing, or otherwise protesting silently is permissible unless it is a disruptive activity or impedes access. Such actions should not interfere with others view or prevent them from being able to pay attention to other events, which may be occurring. In all instances signs may not be carried with the aid of wooden, plastic, or metal sticks, pipes or polls.
5. Noise — Making sustained or repeated noise in a manner that substantially interferes with a speaker’s ability to communicate his/her message is prohibited. Noise levels should not interfere with classes, meetings, or activities in progress.
6. Force or Violence — Any attempt to prevent a University activity or other lawful assembly by the threat or use of force or violence is prohibited.
7. Damage to Property — Care should always be taken to ensure that University and personal property is not damaged or destroyed.
8. Other University Regulations — All applicable University rules, regulations, policies, and guidelines should always be adhered to.

(SA.07.006)

Motor Vehicle Use

The complete policy text can be found on the CI website at http://policy.csuci.edu/FA/43/FA.43.002.htm.

(FA.43.002)

Nondiscrimination for Students

Accountability

This policy is administered through the Judicial Affairs Officer. Questions, concerns, suggestions, or complaints should be directed to the Judicial Affairs Officer.

Applicability

This policy applies to all students including student applicants as it relates to all University programs and services.

Employees should refer to the California State University System-wide Guidelines for Nondiscrimination and Affirmative Action Programs in Employment.

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It is the policy of CI, in accordance with the Board of Trustees’ Policy on Nondiscrimination, that CI will consider decisions regarding admission to, access to, or operation of instruction, programs, services, or activities without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, age or veteran status. We also do not discriminate in recruitment, student employment, and other actions and practices affecting students.

Upon request, the University will consider reasonable accommodation to permit individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the admission process, (b) perform essential student employment or work-study functions, (c) participate in instruction, programs, services or activities, and (d) enjoy other benefits and privileges of similarly situated individuals without disabilities.

(FA.31.007)

Nondiscrimination Policy

Race, Color, Ethnicity, National Origin, Age and Religion

The California State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, or religion in its programs and activities, including admission and access. Federal and state laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the California Equity in Higher Education Act, prohibit such discrimination. Anna Pavin, AVP for Human Resources, has been designated to coordinate the efforts of California State University Channel Islands to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination on these bases. Inquiries concerning compliance may be presented to this person at Solano Hall Human Resources Programs or (805) 437-8490.

Disability

The California State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its programs and activities, including admission and access. Federal and state laws, including sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, prohibit such discrimination. Anna Pavin, AVP for Human Resources, has been designated to coordinate the efforts of California State University Channel Islands to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability. Inquiries concerning compliance may be presented to this person at Solano Hall Human Resources Programs or (805) 437-8490.

Sex/Gender/Gender Identity/Sexual Orientation

The California State University does not discriminate on the basis of sex, gender, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities, including admission and access. Federal and state laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, prohibit such discrimination. Anna Pavin, AVP for Human Resources, has been designated to coordinate the efforts of California State University Channel Islands to comply with all applicable federal and state laws prohibiting discrimination on these bases. Inquiries concerning compliance may be presented to this person at Solano Hall Human Resources Programs or (805) 437-8490.

The California State University is committed to providing equal opportunities to male and female CSU students in all campus programs, including intercollegiate athletics.

Inquiries Concerning Compliance

Inquiries concerning compliance or the application of these laws to programs and activities of California State University Channel Islands may be referred to the specific campus officer(s) identified above or to the Regional Director of the Office for Civil Rights, United States Department of Education, 50 Beale Street, Suite 7200, San Francisco, California 94105.

Procedures related to this policy may be obtained through the Human Resources Department at (805) 437-8490.

Parking and Traffic

Accountability

The Chief of Police and the Director of Transportation & Parking Services.

Applicability

This policy applies to all CI employees, students, tenants, volunteers and visitors.

Definition(s)

Students — Students are defined as anyone that is enrolled in classes and is primarily on campus to pursue their educational goals. This excludes full time and permanent part time employees.

Employees — For the purpose of this policy, “employees” includes all faculty, staff, temporary employees, and other support personnel employed by the university, excluding unit 11 employees. (Note: Student part time workers, graduate assistants and teaching associates are excluded from this definition because they are primarily on campus for purposes related to obtaining their educational goal and therefore are not considered employees for the purpose of the policy.)

Tenants — Tenants are defined as any organization, person or employees of an organization or person(s) with an executed lease with CI.

University Property — University property is defined as all property owned, leased, and/or controlled by CI.

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Operation and parking of vehicles on the campus is regulated and enforced pursuant to the California Vehicle Code. All California Vehicle Code laws pertaining to vehicular operation and parking are in effect and enforced on campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Citations will be issued for violations of any section of the California Vehicle Code. Citation Appeals and Administrative Hearings procedures shall be in accordance with the California Vehicle Code sections 40215 and 40220.

The following policy and regulations apply on campus.

Parking

Parking on campus is by permit only with the exception of metered and visitor spaces. Parking is allowed only in lots appropriate to the permit purchased. Unless indicated by signage, street parking is prohibited on campus and outlying areas.

• Employees — All employees utilizing the parking facilities at CI for their privately owned vehicles will be required to pay a parking fee.
• Students and Tenants — Students and Tenants are required to purchase parking and may utilize metered parking or parking lots appropriate to the permit purchased.
• Disabled Students Parking Fee Waiver — To facilitate the parking needs of students with disabilities, the CI Parking Services may issue a parking permit on a semester basis to students with disabilities if they meet the following criteria:

— Proof of registration at California State University Channel Islands for the period specified in the waiver;
— A disability placard or license plate issued in their name from the California Department of Motor Vehicles or appropriate authorization from another state
— Proof of eligibility for Federal Financial Aid from the campus Financial Aid office for the period specified in the waiver.

• Visitors. Persons not employed by the campus, who are visiting the campus for the purpose of transacting State business with the campus or visitors that are designated by authorized administrators to assist with the planning and development of the campus may have their parking fees waived. All other visitors must either utilize metered zones or designated visitor spaces, purchase a daily parking permit, or be sponsored by a campus department or tenant and utilize a guest parking permit.

Speed Limits

• The maximum speed limit is 20 mph on campus unless otherwise posted.
• The speed limit in the parking lots is 5 miles per hour.

Bicycles and Skateboards

• The use of skateboards, motorized skateboards, roller skates, roller blades, coasters, or similar devices on campus is prohibited.
• It is prohibited to store or park bicycles in any public location other than a bicycle rack or locker.

Vehicle Storage

• No storage of vehicles is permitted on campus streets or parking lots.
• Abandoned vehicles will be towed away at vehicles owner’s expense.
• No person shall use any motor vehicle in any area on campus for the purpose of human habitation or camping.

Vehicle Repairs

• No repair of private vehicles shall take place on campus with the exception of jump starting a dead battery or fixing a flat tire.

For further regulatory information, definitions, and procedures refer to Exhibit; Parking and Traffic Regulations Manual.

(FA.81.001)

Posting of Signage

Accountability

The Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs, Vice President for Student Affairs, Vice President for Finance & Administration, Vice President for University Advancement, Chief Information Officer, Associate Vice President for Operations, Planning & Construction, Director of Communication & Marketing, EFC Chair, and the Director of Housing & Residential Education.

Applicability

All University offices, auxiliaries, faculty, staff, students, tenants, and external constituencies, including members of the public.

Exceptions to this policy include:

1. Public safety alerts and public information notifications issued by either the University Police Department or Communication & Marketing during times of potential or current campus emergencies.
2. Notices displayed for classroom relocations or cancellations.
3. University information or notices for employment/Human Resources, emergency or public safety instructions, the University’s mission statement, academic program posters, or campus photographs displayed in building public spaces.
4. Temporary signs for construction-related activities.
5. Requests for commercial postings within the Town Center or on University Glen property shall be governed by the University Glen Corporation office.

Definition(s)

Signage – Flyers/leaflets, posters, banners, brochures, lawn flags, sidewalk chalk, ground-stakes, foot signs, A-frames or sandwich boards, and electronic message boards, affixed or displayed throughout University buildings or spaces

Public Space – Any interior or exterior area that is open for students, employees, or visitors to enter during regular business hours. These areas include, though are not limited to: walls, hallways, corridors, lobbies, conference rooms, courtyards, fences, library, and all other University buildings or property owned or controlled by the University, but excluding University Glen or Town Center property.

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Approving University Officials

• Students or Student Clubs and Organizations: Vice President for Student Affairs or her/his designee
• Faculty or Academically-Related Activities: Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs or her/his designee
• Staff: The staff member’s Division head or his/her designee
• External Constituencies: Director of Communication & Marketing or her/his designee. External events approved by the Events & Facilities Committee (EFC) will also require approval by the Chair of the EFC.
• University Tenants or Town Center Tenants: Director of Communication & Marketing or her/his designee.

1. Requests for postings or signage shall be reviewed and approved in advance by the University official or her/his designee.
2. Non-University or off-campus printed materials shall not be posted on the campus without advance approval by the University official or her/his designee.
3. The posting of materials using items such as lawn flags, foot signs, ground stakes, or chalk on sidewalks shall be reviewed and approved in advance as deemed appropriate by the approving University official or her/his designee, in consultation with the Associate Vice President for Operations, Planning & Construction. The requestor will be responsible for any damages as a result of ground stakes, clean-up of chalk used on sidewalks, or costs incurred by OP&C for repairs or clean-up.

Approved Methods for Posting

1. Push pins or thumb tacks for cork bulletin boards; magnets for dry eraser boards.
2. Sticky putty or painters’ masking tape for large event posters approved for placement only on interior walls next to general bulletin boards.

Approved Locations for Postings and Signage

1. General cork bulletin boards located throughout most campus buildings, or available dry eraser boards for general purpose postings located within the Library.
2. Cork bulletin boards located outside office doors with occupant approval.
3. Electronic message boards managed by the Student Union.
4. A-frames or sandwich boards may only be placed at specified locations outside University buildings and must not interfere with pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
5. If space is needed, posters approved by appropriate University officials as noted in this policy, may be displayed on interior walls next to general bulletin boards.
6. Banners may only be displayed in the designated banner locations or by using frames installed and provided by OP&C.

Prohibited Locations for Postings and Signage

• All interior and exterior spaces within campus buildings including but not limited to: lobbies, doors, windows, balconies, railings, stairwells, walls, or hallways.
• Restrooms or Stalls
• Benches
• Fences
• Fountains or Sculptures
• Sidewalk railings
• Light Posts
• Trees or Planted Garden areas
• Bus Shelters
• Newspaper or Magazine Racks
• Traffic Mirrors or Control Signs
• Trash or Recycling Receptacles
• Permanent Way-finding/Directional Signage

Limitations on Postings and Signage

1. It is the responsibility of the individual or group posting materials to ensure that all postings have been removed within two (2) business days following the event or the date as specified by the approving University official or her/his designee. Materials that can be visually determined with a past date will be removed. All posted materials will be removed from general bulletin boards at the end of each semester.
2. Vehicle or pedestrian directional signage for events or activities shall be placed in accordance with the Police & Parking Services A-Frame (Sandwich Boards) Placement Procedures.
3. Banners may only be displayed in the designated banner locations or using frames provided and installed by OP&C. All banner requests shall be reviewed and approved in advance by the Director of Communication & Marketing. The requestor will incur all charges related to the installation and removal of the banner.
4. Requests for signage near the University entrance or designated banner locations shall be reviewed and approved in advance by the Director of Communication & Marketing or her/his designee. Requestors should first inquire that there are no conflicts with the display area’s posting schedule. Scheduling is on a first-come, first-served basis. The requestor will incur all OP&C charges related to the production and installation of signage in the kiosk or banner area.
5. All requests for postings or signage within Housing & Residential Education facilities shall be reviewed and approved in advance by the Director of Housing & Residential Education or her/his designee.
6. Duration: all postings or signage may be displayed for a maximum of two (2) weeks prior to any one event or activity and should be removed within two (2) business days after the event or activity.
7. Poster size: posters should not exceed 24” x 36” in size for posting onto “A” frames or as space is available on general bulletin boards.
8. Content: postings or signage advertising an event, activity, or program should contain the following information: name of event or activity; date, time, and place of event or activity; and University contact information (campus phone numbers or web address). The University’s formal or spirit logos may be included in materials but are not required (refer to the University’s Identity Style Guide for proper use).
9. Poster quantity: only one poster advertising an event, activity, or program may be posted on the same bulletin board.
10. Tacking, painting, pasting, marking, writing, gluing, stapling or otherwise affixing signage is not allowed on any surfaces. Stickers may not be posted onto any surfaces.
11. Divisions, departments, areas, offices, faculty, or staff, may display posters, photographs, awards, or artwork within their designated campus office area or doorway and not in public spaces.
12. Academically-related materials may be posted in instructional areas (including Aliso Hall, central Bell Tower, Malibu Hall, Manzanita Hall, Napa Hall, North Hall, Topanga Hall, and the MVS Center) except for areas noted in the Prohibited Locations for Postings and Signage within this policy.
13. Any individual, department, or organization may be charged for the cost incurred in the removal or repair of campus facilities caused by inappropriate or prohibited postings for which they are responsible.
14. Unauthorized postings in prohibited locations will be removed.
15. Signs or postings that in the judgment of the University are threatening to public safety, prohibited by law, hazardous to pedestrian or vehicular traffic, or imitative of official government signs or copyrighted signs, logos or marks, are prohibited.
16. Individuals or organizations that violate this policy may have posting privileges revoked for a specified period of time. Unauthorized postings of a threatening, discriminatory or offensive manner may result in disciplinary action.

(CM.02.004)

Sexual Harassment for Students, Prohibition of

Accountability

This policy is administered through the Judicial Affairs Officer. Questions, concerns, suggestions, or complaints should be directed to Judicial Affairs. The Judicial Affairs Officer is responsible for assisting students regarding alleged sexual harassment and resolving situations in which sexual harassment occurs or is perceived as occurring; educating CI students regarding the issue of sexual harassment and developing strategies for its elimination; and conducting investigations and responding to allegations of sexual harassment made against students of CI. These responses may include an appropriate action to remedy the complainant’s loss, if any.

Applicability

This policy applies to all students including student applicants as it relates to all University programs and services. Employees should refer to the California State University System-wide Policy.

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CI will not tolerate sexually harassing conduct within its community and will take all reasonable steps to prevent and eliminate sexual harassment. Sexual harassment is conduct subject to disciplinary action, including expulsion. Sexual harassment may also result in legal action against the individual and university. Sexual harassment includes but is not limited to:

• Unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature;
• Conduct of a sexual nature that is unwelcome and contributes to a learning environment that is hostile, intimidating, offensive, or adverse to persons;
• Conditioning an academic act, decision, evaluation, or recommendation on the submission to or tolerance of any act of a sexual nature.

In determining whether conduct constitutes sexual harassment, all of the circumstances surrounding the conduct are considered.

The prohibition against sexual harassment applies to all University related activities, whether on or off campus.

CI will not tolerate any retaliatory action or other reprisals against those persons who: (a) oppose practices prohibited by this policy; (b) file complaints of sexual harassment; or (c) assist with or participate in a sexual harassment investigation, proceeding, or hearing conducted by CI or any local, state, or federal agency. Individuals are encouraged to report any conduct that might constitute sexual harassment to any Student Affairs Administrator or to Human Resources Programs.

* The parameters of ‘sexual harassment’ are defined by State and Federal statutes and Court decisions. While the policy set forth above describes actions which fall generally within the scope of ‘sexual harassment,’ all CSU students are required to conduct themselves in a manner that promotes congeniality within our community and avoids harassment as defined by State and Federal law.

(FA.31.008)

Smoking on Campus

Accountability

The Associate Vice President for Human Resources Programs administers this policy at California State University Channel Islands for faculty and staff. The Dean of Students and the Director of Housing & Residential Education administer this policy for students. Questions, concerns, suggestions, or complaints should be directed to Human Resources Programs at (805) 437-8490.

Applicability

This policy applies to all individuals on the campus of California State University Channel Islands and excludes University Glen.

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The goal of this policy is to provide smoke-free areas on campus to limit exposure to second-hand smoke. Smoking is prohibited in all California State University Channel Islands work locations and buildings. Smoking is only allowed in locations which are at least 50 feet away from any structure on the campus including bus stops and outdoor dining areas. At designated outdoor recreational areas, smoking is prohibited within 50 feet of the playing surface. Additionally, smoking is prohibited in all State-owned vehicles.

(FA.31.013)

Tobacco Sales and Sponsorships on Campus

The complete policy text can be found on the CI website at http://policy.csuci.edu/CM/02/CM.02.003.htm.

(CM.02.003)