POLICY STATEMENT

It is the policy of 麻豆原创 State College to prevent, respond to, and resolve incidents and/ or crimes motivated by bias, prejudice, bigotry, or hatred against individuals, groups, organizations, businesses, or institutions on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation.

The 麻豆原创 System of Higher Education Board of Regents has mandated that its institutions formulate and submit Hate Crimes policies. NSC’s policy reflects policies at other NSHE institutions and was modeled after Western 麻豆原创 College and Great Basin College’s Hate Crimes Policies.

The policy and procedures set forth relate to a secondary process (aside from the criminal investigation) where the institution responds to the alleged commission of a hate crime on campus. It is a law enforcement matter to determine if a hate crime occurs. It is an institutional matter to prevent, respond to and investigate hate crimes and any alleged acts of discrimination and violations of the NSHE Code and the student code of conduct when those occur. As per NSHE Code, it is forbidden for a member of the NSHE community to commit a hate crime.

DEFINITIONS

Hate Crime: A crime listed under NRS 193.1675 or NRS 207.185 against another person that is motivated by virtue of the victim’s actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation. Hate crimes are particularly repugnant to the mission of the 麻豆原创 System of Higher Education (NSHE) and detrimental to the responsibility of NSHE to provide a safe environment for education, research, and service for the NSHE community. (NSHE Title 4, Chapter 1, Section 30)

A. Bias incidents refer to acts of bias, prejudice, bigotry, and/ or hatred that do not violate laws but do constitute conduct prohibited by NSHE Code, Chapter 6 provisions.

B. Hate crimes refer to acts of bias, prejudice, bigotry, and/ or hatred that violate NRS Codes or federal statutes and do constitute conduct prohibited by NSHE Code, Chapter 6 provisions.

C. Bias incidents and hate crimes are acts, or threatened or attempted acts, by any person or group of persons intended to cause emotional suffering, physical injury, or property damage against the person or property of another individual or group, which is or appears to be motivated, all or in part, by bias, prejudice, bigotry, and/ or hatred.

PROCEDURES

It is the policy of 麻豆原创 State College to prevent, respond to, and resolve incidents and/ or crimes motivated by bias, prejudice, bigotry, or hatred against individuals, groups, organizations, businesses, or institutions on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability or sexual orientation.

I. Reporting Hate Crimes

At NSC hate crimes, like any other crime, should be reported by students or employees immediately. Anyone who needs to report a hate crime, or any other crime, should call the Henderson Police or 911 if it is an emergency or 9 911 from a campus telephone. All crimes, including hate crimes, require a call to the local police department to file a complaint.

II. Prevention, Response and Investigation

A. NSC has a legal and ethical obligation to provide a safe learning and working environment free from discrimination, threats or violence. Just as supervisors, managers, and administrative faculty have a legal and ethical obligation to address and/ or report suspected bias incidents and/or hate crimes, academic faculty members have a legal and ethical obligation to address and/or report such incidents that occur in the academic environment. Every employee and student can actively contribute to a safe and respectful campus environment by reporting suspected bias incidents and/ or hate crimes immediately to the Office of the President if related to student conduct, human resources if related to employee conduct, Campus Security and/ or local law enforcement authorities. The Office of the President can be reached at 702-992-2350 and Human Resources can be reached at 702-992-2320. Campus Security can be reached at campus telephone extension 2222 or calling 702-992-2222. Local law enforcement authorities can be reached by dialing 911.

B. All reports of suspected bias incidents and/ or hate crimes will be investigated. Depending upon the circumstances of the incident, the investigation will be conducted by the Office of the President if related to student conduct, human resources if related to employee conduct, the State Department of Personnel, or local law enforcement authorities.

C. In the event a member of the NSC campus community, including faculty, staff, and students, engages in a bias incident or hate crime, the college may, in addition to reporting the activity to local law enforcement authorities, place the student on emergency suspension or the employee on administrative leave or emergency suspension pursuant to the NSHE Code, Title 2, Chapter 6, Section 6.5 and/ or the NSC Student Code of Conduct to protect life, limb or property pending a disciplinary hearing, and initiate a Chapter 6 proceeding to determine whether disciplinary sanctions should be imposed against the student or college employee.

D. In the event a person who is not a member of the NSC campus community engages in a bias incident or hate crime, the president or president’s designee may, in addition to reporting the activity to local law enforcement authorities, inform the person that the person is not authorized to remain on the premises and that the person’s continued presence could subject the person to liability for trespass or loitering as prescribed by law pursuant to NSHE Code, Title 2, Chapter 6, Section 6.18.

E. This policy will be disseminated to all employees and will be published in the NSC Catalog.

F. Nothing in the preceding shall negate or restrict any right protected by the 1st and 14th amendments of the United States Constitution or Article 1, Section 9 of the 麻豆原创 Constitution.

ADDITIONAL CONTACTS

Student Conduct
Stefanie Coleman, VP of Student Affairs
Phone: 702-992-2600
Email: Stefanie.Coleman@nevadastate.edu

Employee Conduct
Office of Human Resources
Phone: 702-992-2320
Email: hr@nevadastate.edu

RELATED INFORMATION

• Title 4, Chapter 1, Section 30 of the NSHE Board of Regents Handbook
• NRS 193.1675
• NRS 207.185

HISTORY

Updated contact information, August 2013.

APPROVALS

Approved by Provost Dr. Lesley DiMare, February 2, 2009.
Approved by President Dr. Fred Maryanski, February 2, 2009.

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POLICY STATEMENT

The purposes of this policy are:

1. To protect people and the environment from the negative impacts of Hazardous Materials by identifying appropriate procedures for their handling, storage, and disposal;
2. To ensure that 麻豆原创 State College complies with all federal, state, and local regulations regarding Hazardous Materials, Hazardous Waste, Biohazards Materials, and Spill response.

DEFINITIONS

For detailed regulatory definitions, see the Hazardous Materials Management Manual.

Asbestos Waste: Asbestos material that has been removed or collected and labeled as waste. For a detailed regulatory definition, see the Asbestos Management Program.

Biohazardous Waste: Any substance that is no longer wanted and which contains or could potentially contain biohazard agents.

De Minimus: An amount too trivial or minor to require action.

Hazardous Chemicals: Chemicals for which there is statistically-significant evidence based on at least one study conducted in accordance with established scientific principles that acute or chronic health effects may occur in exposed people.

Hazardous Materials: Any chemical or material that poses a significant risk to the health and safety of people, the environment, or facilities. Includes licensed radioactive materials, biohazard agents, hazardous chemicals, and any material regulated as hazardous under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liabilities Act 42 USC 9601 (14) or USDOT 49 CFR 172.101. The hazard may arise from exposure by one or more routes, including skin contact, inhalation, or ingestion, or in the case of radioactive materials even by time spent in proximity, without direct physical contact. In addition to splashing and flowing, liquids may also disperse through the air as vapors or aerosols; dusts or powders may disperse through the air as well.

Hazardous Materials Waste: Waste that meets one or both of the following criteria: 1) A waste or combination of wastes as defined in 40 CFR 261.3 or 2) Substances defined as hazardous wastes in 49 CFR 171.8. 40 CFR 161.20 through 261.24 describes four characteristics of hazardous wastes, while subpart D (40 CFR 261.30 through 261.35) lists chemicals and processes that generate hazardous wastes.

Material Safety Data Sheet (also referred to as MSDS): A regulatory document containing pertinent safety information that manufacturers are required to provide for certain categories of materials.

Mixed Waste: Multi-Hazardous Waste that includes radioactive material.

Multi-Hazardous Waste: Contains two or more of the following wastes: biological, radioactive, or hazardous waste.

Polychlorinated Biphenyl (also known as PCB) Waste: Any substance that is no longer wanted and which includes biphenyl molecules that have been chlorinated to varying degrees.

Radioactive Waste: Any substance that is no longer wanted and which is known to be radioactive (producing ionizing radiation) greater than background level.

Specially Regulated Waste: Any waste that becomes a public concern and which is specifically regulated. Includes Hazardous Materials Waste, Radioactive Waste, Biohazardous Waste, PCB Waste, Asbestos Waste, Multi-Hazardous Waste, and Mixed Waste.

Spill: A material out of control.

PROCEDURES

NSC takes the management of Hazardous Materials on campus very seriously and works with University of 麻豆原创 Las Vegas Risk Management & Safety (UNLV RMS) to ensure that applicable regulations related to the handling of Hazardous Materials are followed. UNLV conducts required training for all NSC personnel who work with Hazardous Materials. The NSC Liberal Arts and Sciences Lab Coordinator works in conjunction with UNLV RMS to ensure that lab areas follow proper policies and procedures and adhere to applicable regulations.

I. Identifying Hazardous Materials

Three primary tools are used to determine if a material is hazardous and how it will be handled:

A. Specific written documentation, such as the Material Safety Data Sheet, the container label, or shipping papers;

B. Specific listings and definitions of materials included in various regulations, as published in the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations;

C. Personal knowledge (e.g., when an individual created the material or knows very specific information about its properties).

If Hazardous Material status cannot be determined, call UNLV RMS and request a review by the Hazardous Materials Safety Technician. Unknown materials will be treated as Hazardous Materials until they are determined to be non-hazardous.

II. Using, Storing, and Disposing of Hazardous Materials

Hazardous Materials users are directed to the UNLV RMS Managing Hazardous Materials website for specific policies, procedures, and practices. The website includes information and management tools required to use Hazardous Materials safely and to comply with laws and regulations.

III. Hazardous Materials Spill Response

All Spills greater than 1 quart (1 liter) must be reported to the Liberal Arts and Sciences Lab Coordinator.

In addition to the minimum quantity, several other categories of Spills must be reported, regardless of quantity (beyond De Minimis levels):

A. All Spills of extremely flammable materials (flash point less than 20掳F);
B. All Spills of extremely toxic materials (5 mg/kg LD50);
C. All mercury Spills;
D. All personal contaminations;
E. All leaking containers.

All Spills shall be addressed according to procedures described in the .

ADDITIONAL CONTACTS

Nick听 Egan, Lab Coordinator
Phone: 702-992-2668
Email: Nicholas.egan@nevadastate.edu

RELATED INFORMATION

• UNLV RMS Managing Hazardous Materials website
• Hazardous Materials Management Manual

Approvals

Approved by Associate Vice President of Finance and Administration Kevin Butler, February 12, 2014.
Approved by Provost Dr. Erika Beck, February 12, 2014.

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POLICY STATEMENT

This policy clarifies campus regulations related to marijuana Use.

DEFINITIONS

Use: Possession, delivery, manufacture, growth, distribution, production, cultivation, and/or consumption of marijuana in any form.

PROCEDURES

I. Prohibition of Marijuana Use on Campus

麻豆原创 State College is sympathetic to the medical needs of our students, employees and visitors. A growing number of states, including 麻豆原创, have enacted laws decriminalizing or legalizing marijuana Use. However, federal law prohibits the Use of marijuana on college campuses that receive federal funding. Such use could jeopardize federal funding to 麻豆原创 State College, including federal funding for student financial aid and federal student work study funding. Therefore, marijuana Use, including for medical purposes, on any property owned or leased by 麻豆原创 State College or the 麻豆原创 State College Foundation, or at activity sponsored or authorized by the College or the Foundation, is expressly prohibited.

II. Disciplinary Actions for Violations

Students, employees, faculty, guests, and/or visitors who violate this policy are subject to applicable disciplinary, legal, and/or administrative action.

III. Scientific Research Involving Marijuana

As stated in 麻豆原创 System of Higher Education policy, 麻豆原创 State College employees may engage in marijuana research that is conducted in accordance with state and federal laws and regulations, provided that the following are obtained:

• prior written consent of the College President, after consultation with the institution鈥檚 general counsel; and
• legal authorization from proper federal authorities for approved research purposes.

IV. Release from Housing Contracts

NSC shall permit students who live on campus or in housing owned or operated by the College to petition for a release from their housing contract if they assert legal compliance with 麻豆原创 state law regarding medical marijuana. Students who demonstrate their compliance with state law may, in accordance with the applicable College refund policy, be released from their housing contracts and may receive a prorated refund of housing fees or rent paid. No such provision is allowed for any student who cannot document and substantiate that the use of marijuana is for a medical reason.

RELATED INFORMATION

• NSHE Handbook
• NSHE Handbook

Approvals

Approved by Vice President of Finance & Administration Kevin Butler, February 2017.

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POLICY STATEMENT

The unlawful possession, use, sale, or distribution of alcohol by students or employees on NSC premises or as part of any College activity is prohibited.听 The legal age for drinking alcohol in 麻豆原创 is 21. Any student or employee who violates underage drinking laws on campus may be subject to citation, arrest and/or referral for disciplinary action.

NSC is a drug free campus and the unlawful possession, use, sale, manufacture, or distribution of illegal drugs or other controlled substances on the College premises or as part of any College activity is illegal and is strictly prohibited. Any student or employee who violates federal or state law or College policy regarding the manufacture, use or possession of illegal drugs may be subject to citation, arrest, and/or referral for disciplinary action.

PROCEDURES

I. Drug Free Schools and Communities

麻豆原创 State College has joined other colleges and universities across the nation in encouraging the elimination of alcohol and other drug abuse on our campus and in our community. This policy supports the belief that the unlawful possession or use of drugs, including alcohol, and the abuse of alcohol and any drug by students constitutes a grave threat to their physical and mental well-being, and significantly impedes the processes of learning and personal development. While the majority of adults who drink alcohol do so in an acceptable and responsible manner, there is a substantial number who misuse and abuse alcohol, with resulting problems in health, academic, and vocational performance, social and personal relationships, and financial and legal areas.

听II. Alcoholic Beverages

1. In compliance with state law, no student may possess or consume alcohol if under 21 years of age; neither may a student offer alcoholic beverages to a minor (under 21 years).
2. The President has the authority to designate the time and place for special events where alcoholic beverages may be served on the college campus (for student groups as well as the entire college community and guests). Students who are of legal age may consume alcohol at these events.
3. Except as provided above, the storage, possession, or use of alcoholic beverages shall not be permitted on college-owned or college-supervised property. In addition, any student who exhibits offensive behavior on college-owned or college-supervised property, or while attending a college-sponsored event while under the influence of alcoholic beverages, shall be subject to college disciplinary action.

III. Other Substances

The use or possession of illegal and/or unauthorized drugs and drug paraphernalia is strictly prohibited.

IV. Campus Disciplinary Sanctions for Violations of Alcohol and Illegal Substance Policies

A student involved in violations of college standards of conduct will be required (unless expelled from the college) to participate in an education and assessment process as a condition of continued association with the institution. The following sanctions are presented as guidelines, indicating the range and progression of sanctions–from educational programs through expulsion. These sanctions are applied on a case by case basis, depending on the specific nature of the alcohol and drug violation. Each student’s case is evaluated in terms of that student’s level of risk posed (health or danger to self and others) by his or her substance abuse.

For violations involving alcohol, sanctions might include:

• three-hour education seminar.
• counseling and assessment
• campus disciplinary probation
• extended probation with counseling
• suspension
• expulsion

For violations involving the possession or use of drugs, sanctions might include:

• disciplinary probation and referral to assessment/treatment
• suspension
• expulsion

For violations involving the sale of drugs, sanctions might include:

• suspension
• expulsion
  

V. Legal Standards

In addition to college student conduct standards, a student will be subjected to all local, state, and federal laws related to substance abuse or the possession/use of alcohol. The following state laws are presented which apply to any student conduct on or in the vicinity of the campus. In these instances, the student is being regarded as a resident of the state of 麻豆原创:

• NRS 202.020 – Purchase, consumption or possession of alcoholic beverage by a minor. Any person under 21 years of age who, for any reason, possesses any alcoholic beverage in public is guilty of a misdemeanor.
• NRS 202.040 – False representation by a minor to obtain intoxicating liquor. Every minor who shall falsely represent himself to be 21 years of age in order to obtain any intoxicating liquor shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.
• NRS 202.055 – Sale or furnishing of alcoholic beverage to a minor; aiding a minor to purchase or procure alcoholic beverage. Every person who knowingly sells, gives, or otherwise furnishes an alcoholic beverage to any person under 21 years of age is guilty of a misdemeanor.
• NRS 205.460 – Preparation, transfer, or use of false identification regarding persons under 21 years of age; (1) Every person who counterfeits, forges, alters, erases, or obliterates, or… (3) Every person under the age of 21 years who uses or attempts to use or proffers any counterfeited, forged, erased or obliterated card, writing paper, document, or any photocopy print, Photostat, or other replica thereof for the purpose and with the intention of purchasing alcoholic liquor or being served alcoholic liquor entering gambling establishments shall be guilty of a misdemeanor.

VI. Legal Sanctions

Legal action provides for sanctions ranging from the imposition of fines to incarceration. These sanctions are imposed after due process is pursued. Legal sanctions are governed by the 麻豆原创 Revised Statutes (NRS). Such sanctions result from the referral of an alcohol or other drug violation which comes to the attention of the college Police Department and is referred to the District Attorney’s Office. Legal action may take place concurrently with campus disciplinary action.

VIII. Resources

For students: NSC provides a variety of free services and assistance through on-campus appointments. Contact Annise Prewitt at Annise.Prewitt@nevadastate.edu

For NSC employees, ComPsych is available for counseling services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at no cost:

• Telephone: (833) 475-1008
• TTY/TTD: (800) 697-0353
• and register using Organization Web ID: NSCEAP

Other resources:

• Federal Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s Treatment Routing Services: 1-800-662-4357
• Al-Anon: 1-800-344-2666
• Cocaine Hotline (24/7 drug helpline): 1-866-236-1651
• Las Vegas Recovery Center: 702-515-1373
• Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Program: 702-399-2769
• WestCare Detox: 702-383-4044
• Alcoholics Anonymous Las Vegas Central Office: 702-595-1888,
• Region 51 Narcotics Anonymous: 888-495-3222,
• Valley View Family Counseling Service: 702-320-3180
• Community Counseling Center: 702-369-8700,

RELATED INFORMATION

• Notice to Students and Employees Regarding Illicit Drugs and Alcohol

APPROVALS

Dr. Vickie Shields, Provost, September 26, 2019.
Mr. Bart Patterson, President, September 30, 2019.

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POLICY STATEMENT

In accordance with state law, 麻豆原创 (NSU) maintains a Tobacco- and Electronic Smoking Device -free educational and work environment. NSU recognizes the negative health impacts of direct and secondhand smoking and the use of electronic smoking devices (ESDs).

麻豆原创 is committed to providing a safe and healthy working and learning environment for the students, academic faculty, administrative faculty, classified employees, contractors, and public on its campuses.

POLICY

Smoking and the use of tobacco products including electronic smoking devices is prohibited in all NSU owned and leased buildings/facilities, per NRS 202.2483 and 202.249. Additionally, smoking and/or using ESDs in, near, or adjacent to any entrance of a public building and any open and/or public spaces on the campuses of NSU is prohibited. NSU promotes and encourages a 100% tobacco- and ESD-free environment.

DEFINITIONS

Electronic Smoking Device (ESD) 鈥� Any noncombustible product containing nicotine, or any other substance intended for human consumption that can be used by a person in any manner for the purpose of inhaling vapor or aerosol from the product. Examples of ESDs include e-cigarettes, e-cigars, e-pipes, e-hookah, vape pens, or similar product names or descriptors.
Marijuana Product (as a tobacco product): All parts of the plant Cannabis sativa L., whether growing or not; the plant鈥檚 seeds; the resin extracted from any part of such plant; and every compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of such plant, its seeds, or its resin. Does not include the mature stalks of such plant, fiber produced from such stalks, oil or cake made from the seeds of such plant, any other compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of such mature stalks (except resin extracted therefrom), fiber, oil, or cake, or the sterilized seed of such plant which is incapable of germination.
Marijuana-related: Using a brand, corporate name, trademark, logo, symbol, motto, selling message, recognizable pattern or colors, or any other indicia of product identical to, similar to, or identified with, those used for any marijuana product or company that manufactures, produces, or distributes a marijuana product.
麻豆原创 Campuses: All properties, facilities, structures, and vehicles owned, leased, rented, occupied, operated, or controlled by 麻豆原创 in any location, whether indoors or outdoors. This includes all indoor spaces, such as buildings, classrooms, hallways, classrooms, waiting rooms, meeting venues, community areas, performance venues, and private residential spaces within 麻豆原创 residential living facilities/housing. It also includes all campus and residential grounds, sidewalks, streets,
paths, landscaped spaces, parking lots, recreational areas, and personal vehicles that are on campus.
Secondhand Smoke: Smoke inhaled involuntarily from tobacco being smoked by others. Smoke from burning tobacco products, like cigarettes, cigars, hookahs, or pipes.
Smoking: Inhaling, exhaling, burning, or carrying any lighted or heated cigar, cigarette, pipe, hookah, or any other lighted or heated tobacco or plant product intended for inhalation including the use of Electronic Smoking Devices.
Tobacco: Any product containing, made, or derived from nicotine-rich leaves that is intended for human consumption, whether chewed, smoked, absorbed, dissolved, inhaled, snorted, sniffed, or ingested by any other means.
Tobacco Product: Any substance containing tobacco leaf, including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, pipe tobacco, hookah tobacco (shisha), snuff, chewing tobacco, dipping tobacco, bidis, blunts, clove cigarettes, or any other preparation of tobacco; and any product or formulation of matter containing biologically active amounts of nicotine that is manufactured, sold, offered for sale, or otherwise distributed with the expectation that the product or matter will be introduced into the human body by inhalation, ingestion, or absorption. Does not include any cessation product specifically approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for use in
treating nicotine or tobacco dependence.
Tobacco-Related: Applies to the use of a tobacco brand or corporate name, trademark, logo, symbol, or motto, selling message, recognizable pattern or colors, or any other indicator of product identical to or similar to, or identifiable with, those used for any brand of tobacco products or company which manufactures Tobacco Products or Smoking products.
Vaping: Inhaling and exhaling vapor containing nicotine and flavoring produced by a device designed for this purpose.

COMPLIANCE AND OTHER SUPPORT 鈥� SMOKE/EDS FREE CAMPUS

I. Promotion and Sale of Smoking and Tobacco/ESD Products Prohibited

Tobacco-related advertising or sponsorship is not permitted on NSU premises, sponsored events, or in publications produced by the institution. Tobacco products, ESD鈥檚, hookahs, and other similar smoking-related products shall not be sold or distributed, even as samples, on NSU鈥檚 premises with the exception of advertising in a newspaper or magazine that is not produced by 麻豆原创, and which is lawfully sold, bought, or distributed on 麻豆原创 property.

II. Smoking Cessation Support for Students and Employees

NSU is committed to helping students, employees, and others make healthy and informed lifestyle choices, including those who want to cease smoking or using tobacco products. Free resources are available to all NSU employees and students including the 麻豆原创 Tobacco Quitline. Additional cessation information and resources are listed in Appendices A and B of this policy.

III. Compliance

This policy focuses on improving the health of the NSU community. Individuals are encouraged to respectfully inform others about the policy and the free smoking cessation resources as noted in Appendix B. Students, employees, and others who violate this policy are subject to applicable disciplinary, legal, and/or administrative action.

IV. Exceptions

麻豆原创 respects cultural practices that include the use of tobacco as well as the possible need to conduct research on this substance.

With documented pre-approval from NSU鈥檚 Vice President of Finance and Business Operations or their delegate/designee, the use of tobacco products is permitted when used in connection with the practice of cultural activities by Native Americans that are in accordance with the American Indian Religious Freedom Act, 42 U.S.C. sections 1996 and 1996a allowing for the use of ceremonial tobacco.

STATUTES

This policy exists to define the use of Tobacco and ESDs on the NSU campus, as is outlined in multiple State of 麻豆原创 laws and governing documents.

鈼� 麻豆原创 Revised Statutes prohibit smoking and using electronic smoking devices inside government buildings owned and/or occupied by any component of the 麻豆原创 System of Higher Education. (N.R.S. 202.2483)
鈼� 麻豆原创 Revised Statutes permit additional, voluntarily designations and establishments as smoke-free. (N.R.S. 202.2483 (7)
鈼� 麻豆原创 Revised Statutes allows for the restriction of tobacco use in public to protect health and safety. (N.R.S. 202.249)
鈼� 麻豆原创 Revised Statutes requires that signage be posted prohibiting smoking. (N.R.S. 202.2483 (9).
鈼� The State of 麻豆原创 Employee Handbook prohibits smoking in, near or adjacent to any entrance of a public building. A 鈥渘o smoking zone鈥� must span at least 30 feet from building entrances/exits. (State of 麻豆原创 Employee Handbook, p. 36).
鈼� NSU policy prohibits the use of marijuana and marijuana-related products. (NSU Policy Marijuana Use on Campus (PS 4).

HISTORY

PS 6.1 is an update of PS 6.

CONTACTS

• Primary Contact(s): FBO | (702) 992-2311 |听fbo@nevadastate.edu
• Resource Contact(s): Sustainability Council | n/a | sustainability@nevadastate.edu

APPENDIX A

Negative Health Impacts of Smoking 麻豆原创 acknowledges the multiple negative health impacts of smoking, using electronic smoking devices, and using tobacco products. It also acknowledges that
these negative health impacts affect not just individuals who are smoking, using electronic smoking devices, and using tobacco products but also the people who are around them. Some of the negative health impacts of smoking include the following:

鈼� The Surgeon General has determined that tobacco use in any form, active and passive, is a significant health hazard.
鈼� Tobacco smoke contains carcinogens.
鈼� Exposure to secondhand smoke causes disease, including heart disease, stroke, respiratory disease, and lung cancer, as well as premature death.
鈼� There is no risk-free level of exposure to second-hand smoke.
鈼� Electronic smoking devices emit disease-causing toxic substances and exposure to aerosol from electronic smoking devices is tantamount to levels of exposure comparable to those of passive smokers.
鈼� Many of the harmful substances in tobacco smoke are also present in marijuana smoke.

APPENDIX B

This policy also identifies support services available to assist campus stakeholders in making healthy, informed lifestyle choices related to smoking and ESD use.
Support Services Information

鈼� Become anEx (www.becomeanex.org)
鈼� 麻豆原创 Tobacco Quitline (1-800-QUIT NOW) (https://nevada.quitlogix.org/en-US/) – D茅jelo Ya: dando sus primeros pasos hacia una vida libre del tabaco.
鈼� Help! I Want to Quit Smoking by American Heart Association
鈼� Quit Smoking, Vaping and Tobacco Use – Ending Tobacco Use and Nicotine Addiction
鈼� This is Quitting (18-24 year olds) (Text DITCHVAPE to 88709)
鈼� Southern 麻豆原创 Health District (https://www.southernnevadahealthdistrict.org/ )
鈼� 麻豆原创 Tobacco Quitline (1-800-QUIT NOW) (https://nevada.quitlogix.org/en-US/)
鈼� My Life, My Quit (https://nv.mylifemyquit.org/index)
鈼� Freedom From Smoking (https://www.freedomfromsmoking.org/)
鈼� 麻豆原创 Clean Indoor Air Act: (https://www.southernnevadahealthdistrict.org/Health-Topics/nevada-clean-indoor-air-act/ )
鈼� Southern 麻豆原创 Tobacco 21 Initiative (https://www.southernnevadahealthdistrict.org/Health-Topics/tobacco-21/ )
鈼� 麻豆原创 Tobacco Prevention Coalition (http://www.tobaccofreenv.org/)
鈼� Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Smoking & Tobacco Use, (https://www.cdc.gov/tobacco/index.htm)

APPROVALS

Approved by Vice President for Finance and Business Operation, Gloria J Walker, January 27, 2025
Approved by President, Dr. DeRionne Pollard, January 30th, 2025.

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POLICY STATEMENT

麻豆原创 is a diverse community committed to creating and maintaining a safe campus where all persons who participate in University programs and activities can work and learn together in an atmosphere free of all forms of harassment, discrimination, or intimidation. Sexual harassment, sexual assault/sexual misconduct, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking are violations of University policy.

麻豆原创 will respond promptly to reports of sexual harassment, sexual assault/sexual misconduct, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking.

DEFINITIONS

Coercion: the use of violence or threats of violence against a person or the person鈥檚 family or property, depriving or hindering a person in the use of any tool, implement or clothing, attempting to intimidate a person by threats or force, or when committed with the intent to compel a person to do or abstain from doing an act that the person has the right to do or abstain from doing.

In the context of sexual misconduct, coercion is the use of pressure to compel another individual to initiate or continue sexual activity against an individual鈥檚 will. Coercion can include a wide range of behaviors, including intimidation, manipulation, threats, and blackmail. A person鈥檚 words or conduct are sufficient to constitute coercion if they impair another individual鈥檚 freedom of will and ability to choose whether or not to engage in sexual activity.

Consent: An affirmative, clear, unambiguous, knowing, informed, and voluntary agreement between all participants to engage in sexual activity. Consent is active, not passive. Silence or lack of resistance cannot be interpreted as consent. Seeking and having consent accepted is the responsibility of the person(s) initiating each specific sexual act regardless of whether the person initiating the act is under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.

The existence of a dating relationship or past sexual relations between the participants does not constitute consent to any other sexual act.

The definition of consent does not vary based upon a participant鈥檚 sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Affirmative consent must be ongoing throughout the sexual activity and may be withdrawn at any time. When consent is withdrawn or cannot be given, sexual activity must stop.

Consent cannot be given when a person is incapacitated. Incapacitation occurs when an individual lacks the ability to fully, knowingly choose to participate in sexual activity. Incapacitation includes impairment due to drugs or alcohol (whether such use is voluntary or involuntary); inability to communicate due to a mental or physical condition; the lack of consciousness or being asleep; being involuntarily restrained; if any of the parties are under the age of 16; or if an individual otherwise cannot consent.

Consent cannot be given when it is the result of any coercion, intimidation, force, or threat of harm.听

Dating Violence: 麻豆原创 law does not distinguish between Dating Violence and Domestic Violence. For Clery reporting purposes crimes meeting the below definition will be reported as dating violence:

Dating violence is an act committed by a person who is or has been in a 鈥渄ating relationship鈥� with the reporting party:

(a) The existence of such a relationship shall be determined based on the reporting party鈥檚 statement and with consideration of the length of the relationship, the type of relationship, and the frequency of interaction between the persons involved in the relationship. 鈥淒ating relationship鈥� means frequent, intimate associations primarily characterized by the expectation of affection or sexual involvement. The term does not include a casual relationship or an ordinary association between persons in a business or social context; and

(b) Dating violence is committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the reporting party. Dating violence includes, but is not limited to, mental, sexual or physical abuse or the threat of such abuse. Dating violence does not include acts coved under the definition of domestic violence. For the purpose of complying with requirements of this section and 34 CFR 668.41, any incident meeting this definition is considered a crime for the purpose of Clery Act reporting.

Domestic Violence: Domestic violence occurs when a person commits one of the following acts against or upon the person鈥檚 spouse or former spouse, any other person to whom the person is related by blood or marriage, any other person with whom the person is or was actually residing, any other person with whom the person has had or is having a dating relationship, any other person with whom the person has a child in common, the minor child of any of those persons, the person鈥檚 minor child or any other person who has been appointed the custodian or legal guardian for the person鈥檚 minor child:

(a) A battery.

(b) An assault.

(c) Compelling the other person by force or threat of force to perform an act from which the other person has the right to refrain or to refrain from an act which the other person has the right to perform.

(d) A sexual assault.

(e) A knowing, purposeful or reckless course of conduct intended to harass the other person. Such conduct may include, but is not limited to: stalking, arson, trespassing, larceny, a sexual assault, destruction of private property, carrying a concealed weapon without a permit, injuring or killing an animal.

(f) A false imprisonment.

(g) Unlawful entry of the other person鈥檚 residence, or forcible entry against the other person鈥檚 will if there is a reasonably foreseeable risk of harm to the other person from the entry.

Preponderance of the Evidence: The evidence establishes that it is more likely than not that the misconduct occurred.

Sexual Assault: A person who subjects another person to sexual penetration, or who forces another person to make a sexual penetration on himself or herself or another, or on a beast, against the will of the victim or under conditions in which the perpetrator knows or should know that the victim is mentally or physically incapable of resisting or understanding the nature of his or her conduct, is guilty of sexual assault. (NRS 200.366(1))

Stalking: A person who, without lawful authority, willfully or maliciously engages in a course of conduct that would cause a reasonable person to feel terrorized, frightened, intimidated, harassed or fearful for the immediate safety of a family or household member, and that actually causes the victim to feel terrorized, frightened, intimidated, harassed or fearful for the immediate safety of a family or household member, commits the crime of stalking. (NRS 200.575(1))

PROCEDURES

Reporting Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking

The University encourages all members of the college community who believe that they have experienced sexual misconduct or gender based violence to seek immediate medical attention and take steps to preserve pertinent information and tangible materials, regardless of whether or not an individual wishes to make a report to the University or law enforcement.

How to File a College Complaint

Individuals who believe that they are victims of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking should notify the College鈥檚 Title IX Coordinator. Complaint forms are also available online at /title-ix/ Lastly, employees may also notify their supervisors, department chair or director of a unit.

Title IX Coordinator: TitleIXCoordinator@nevadastate.edu听

Next Steps & Anticipated Timelines

Upon receipt of a report of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, the Title IX Coordinator will conduct an investigation to determine if disciplinary charges are warranted.听 If, after conducting an investigation of the allegation, the Title IX Coordinator believes that there is sufficient information to support a violation of University policy, the case is referred to the appropriate administrative officer for adjudication.

For students, cases are referred to the Dean of Students and adjudicated under the Student Code of Conduct /university-policies/student-code-of-conduct/

• Staff cases are referred to the appropriate Academic Department or Office of Human Resources.

For staff, cases are referred to the Office of Human Resources.

• The University seeks to resolve such complaints within 60 business days from receipt of a report, excluding days classes are not in session. Circumstances may require the University to extend this overall time frame or any individual time frame discussed in this Policy. Examples of reasons why time frames may need to be extended include the complexity of the case, delays due to fall/spring/summer/holiday breaks, inclement weather, and other extenuating circumstances. Exceptions to these time frames will be communicated to the Complainant and Respondent.

Standard of evidence

When an incident of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking is reported to 麻豆原创 State, these violations are adjudicated based on standard of evidence known as 鈥減reponderance of the evidence鈥� during any institutional conduct proceeding arising from such a report.

Evidence Preservation

Although in the immediate aftermath of an incident, an individual may not be interested in reporting the incident to the University or in pressing charges, preserving evidence immediately can be vital to a successful investigation if, in the future, an individual decides to move forward with a civil, criminal, or University conduct case, or seeks a protective order.

Here are some tips on preserving evidence:

a. Avoid any of the following before seeking medical attention: showering, bathing, douching, brushing of teeth, going to the bathroom, drinking, and/or change of clothing.

b. Similarly, any clothing, towels or bedding should remain untouched pending collection by law enforcement. Whether or not an individual has chosen how to proceed at the time of the medical examination, taking the step to gather evidence will preserve the full range of options to seek resolution through the pursuit of criminal investigation or through the College’s complaint processes.

c. If an individual has any bruising or injuries, they should take photos of the bruising with a camera and document the date and time of the photograph (cell phones automatically do this). If an individual goes to the hospital they can do this as it is deemed necessary.

Medical attention is also strongly encouraged.听 If a survivor of sexual assault would prefer to remain anonymous, they can receive an evidentiary exam at no cost at an area hospital without filing a police report.听 These exams are filed under a Jane/John Doe name. If a survivor chooses to file a police report, it should be noted that a police report states what happened and does not require the survivor to press charges.听 The choice remains with the individual whether to press charges.

Individuals or Organizations that Can Assist Victims

The following support services are available should victims want to access them:

• Vice President of Student Affairs at (702) 992-2511.
• Title IX and the Office of Compliance at (702) 992-2322.
• To notify and report the crime off-campus, contact the Henderson Police Department at (702) 267-5000 or the appropriate jurisdiction, or 9-1-1.
• University Police Services at (702) 895-3669 or 9-1-1 from a campus phone.

Options about the Involvement of Law Enforcement

• You have the option to report to, or decline to report to the University Police Services and local law enforcement: Although the University strongly encourages prompt reporting of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking individuals have the option of reporting to (a) local law enforcement; (b) the University, including University Police Services; (c) both (a) and (b); or (d) none of the above. This means that individuals have the right to decline to notify the University or law enforcement officials.

• If you want to notify local law enforcement, the University can assist you in notifying those authorities: If an individual wants to notify local law enforcement, then the University will, upon request, help that individual make a report to local law enforcement.听 A report to local law enforcement is separate from a report to the University.

• Process of Making a Police Report: Depending on the circumstances of an incident, University Police Services may meet you at the hospital, on campus, or at the police station. An officer will document the case with a written report. It is very important for an individual to provide the most comprehensive, accurate details of the crime to the officer. Sometimes a person may have distorted memories of the event; it is okay for a person to say 鈥淚 don鈥檛 remember鈥� or 鈥淚鈥檓 not sure,鈥� without any penalty. A police interview can take up to a few hours, depending on the circumstances of the case. Questions often include the timeline of events, what (if anything) was said, whether there was additional physical assault or injury, if weapons were used, and any descriptive features that were noticed about the Respondent. It is likely the officer may go over the events of an assault repeatedly when writing the report; this is intended to gather as many details as possible, to make the strongest case. Information is gathered then given to a detective who will review the same information. All individuals have the right to stop a report at any time, not complete the report, or request a break, if they feel overwhelmed.

• Contact Information: An individual who wishes to pursue criminal action in addition to, or instead of, making a report to the College for dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking may contact law enforcement directly by calling: 911 (for emergencies) or 702-985-3669 for University Police Services or in-person at one of the locations mentioned above.听

Availability of Protective Orders

In some cases, an individual may wish to consider a Protection from Abuse Order from the local courts. This is a civil proceeding independent of the University. If a court order is issued the University will, to the extent possible, assist the protected person in benefiting from the restrictions imposed by the court and will also facilitate on-campus compliance with the order.

Separate from protective orders, the University can in some cases issue a 鈥渘o contact鈥� order pending the outcome of a University investigation.听 Such a directive serves as notice to both parties that they must not have verbal, electronic, written, or third-party communication with one another.

Efforts to Protect Confidentiality of Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking

The University will attempt to protect the confidentiality of victims of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking the following ways:

• In completing any publicly-available recordkeeping, including Clery Act reporting and disclosures, such as the daily crime log, the University takes all efforts to avoid the inclusion of personally identifying information about the victim, to the extent permissible by law.

• In addition, when the University assesses or delivers protective measures and accommodations, the University will attempt to keep personally identifiable information about the victim as confidential (shared only with persons with a need to know) to the extent that maintaining such confidentiality would not impair the ability of the University to provide such support. The Title IX Officer and/or the Dean of Students will determine what, if anything must be disclosed and to whom. This decision will depend on the facts and circumstances of the unique situation and the measure being requested.

Written Information Made Available Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking

The University will provide the following information to students and employees:

• Written notification is made to students and employees about existing counseling, health, mental health, victim advocacy, legal assistance, visa and immigration assistance, student financial aid and other services available for victims both on-campus and in the community.

• Written notification is made to victims about options for, available assistance in, and how to request changes to academic living, transportation, and working situations, if so requested by the victim and if such accommodations are reasonably available, regardless of whether the victim chooses to report the crime to campus police or local law enforcement.

Any student or employee who reports to 麻豆原创 that the student or employee has been a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, whether the offense occurred on or off campus, shall be provided with a written explanation of the student or employee鈥檚 rights and options.听

Disciplinary Action in the Case of Alleged Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, or Stalking听

麻豆原创 is committed to creating and maintaining workplace and educational environments that are free from all forms of sexual discrimination, including sexual misconduct.听 Any act involving sexual harassment, violence, coercion, and intimidation will not be tolerated. The University prohibits the offenses of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. It is the practice of NS鈥檚 Title IX Coordinator to investigate any allegations of sexual misconduct and to take immediate action by providing interim resources and accommodations to both the accused and the accuser.

About These Proceedings听

• Such proceedings provide a prompt, fair, and impartial investigation and resolution and are conducted by officials who receive annual training on the issues related to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking in addition to how to conduct an investigation and hearing process that protects the safety of victims and promotes accountability.

• The accuser and the accused are entitled to the same opportunities to have others present during an institutional disciplinary proceeding; including the opportunity to be accompanied to any related meeting or proceeding by an advisor of their choice; and

• Both the accuser and the accused shall be simultaneously informed, in writing, of:
  • The outcome of any institutional disciplinary proceeding that arises from an allegation of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking.
  • The institution鈥檚 procedures for the accused and the victim to appeal the results of the institutional disciplinary proceeding.
  • Any change to the results that occurs prior to the time that such results become final, as well as when such results do become final.

• NS will, upon written request, disclose to the alleged victim of a crime of violence (as that term is defined in section 16 of title 18, United States Code), or a non-forcible sex offense, the report on the results of any disciplinary proceeding conducted by NS against a student who is the alleged perpetrator of such crime or offense If the alleged victim is deceased the next of kin of such victim shall be treated as the alleged victim.

• An institution, or an officer, employee, or agent of an institution, may not retaliate, intimidate, threaten, coerce, or otherwise discriminate against any individual for exercising their rights or responsibilities under any provision in this section.

List of Potential Sanctions听

Students, faculty, or staff who are found in violation of University policy by committing acts of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking may be subject to discipline up to and including termination and/or expulsion, in accordance with the NSHE Code (or in the case of students, any applicable student code of conduct) or, in the case of classified employees, the 麻豆原创 Administrative Code. Other lesser sanctions may be imposed, depending on the circumstances. Complaints may also be filed against visitors, consultants, independent contractors, service providers and outside vendors whose conduct violates this policy, with a possible sanction of limiting access to institution facilities and other measures to protect the campus community.

For students, the following list includes all the possible sanctions that NS may impose following the results of any institutional disciplinary proceeding from an allegation of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking. Depending upon the severity of the violation, and whether a repeat or multiple violations are involved, recommendations for sanctions may be imposed in any order or combination.听 In addition to the disciplinary, educational, community, and health initiative sanctions identified below, and in the College鈥檚 sole discretion, a student/student organization may be required to perform specific restitution service, to complete counseling or other specialized treatment or support services, and/or be required to participate in an activity or program whose purpose is to redirect behavior. This is monitored by NS鈥檚 Dean of Students.

Any violation of the Code that is motivated by race, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, creed, national origin, disability, or veteran status may subject the student/student organization to the imposition of a sanction more severe than would be imposed in the absence of such motivation.

A sanction may have an accompanying administrative fee, in which case the student will be notified at the time the sanction is assigned. Payment of an administrative fee will be considered part of the successful completion of the sanction.

Failure to comply with any such sanction or requirements will constitute an additional violation of the Code, and may result in additional and increased sanctions in accordance with the procedures set forth in this Code.

SANCTIONS:

RESTRICTIONS, LOSS OF PRIVILEGES, AND EXCLUSION FROM ACTIVITIES.听 Exclusion/restriction from participation in privileges, extracurricular activities, holding office, or represent the University. Loss of use privileges for designated University facilities, denial of the use of a vehicle on campus, and/or other restrictions consistent with the violation committed.

CONDUCT PROBATION. The terms of probation will be determined at the time the probation is imposed. Probation may include exclusion from participation in privileges or extracurricular activities. The student/student organization placed on probation shall be notified in writing that the commission of prohibited acts will lead to additional and/or increased conduct sanctions.

DISCIPLINARY CONDUCT SUSPENSION. This is the temporary separation of the student from the University for a specified period of time and/or until specific conditions, if imposed, have been met. A disciplinary suspended student shall not participate in any University-sponsored activity and shall be barred from all University campuses and properties. The student will be notified in writing of the suspension. The official transcript of the student shall be marked 鈥淣ot In Good Standing鈥� The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of students under the age of eighteen (18) years shall be notified of the action. After the suspension period has elapsed, the student will be placed on conduct probation for a period of time that is equal to the amount of time that the student was suspended. At the end of the probationary period, the student will be classified as being in 鈥済ood standing鈥� provided that no further Code violations have occurred.

EXPULSION OR TERMINATION. Permanent separation of the student from the University. The expelled student shall not participate in any University-sponsored activity and shall be barred from all NSHE campuses and properties. The official transcript of the student shall be marked 鈥淐onduct Expulsion Effective (date).鈥� The parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of a student under the age of eighteen (18) years shall be notified of the action.

REQUIRED EDUCATIONAL/RESTITUTION ACTIVITIES. Mandatory participation in educational activities or programs of community restitution service on campus or in the community, as approved.

ADMINISTRATIVE CONDUCT HOLD. A status documented in the Registrar鈥檚 official file that precludes the student from registering for classes and/or accessing official transcripts until clearance from the Dean of Students.

INTAKE/ASSESSMENT/TREATMENT REFERRALS. A student may be referred to NS鈥檚 counseling services or a community mental health provider to complete an intake and assessment involving alcohol, controlled substance, or other identified issues arising from a violation. At the University鈥檚 discretion, proof of participation or completion of treatment may be required. When appropriate, a student may be referred to an off-campus provider for such services at the student鈥檚 expense.

Range of Protective Measures Available

These measures may include, but are not limited to:

– the implementation of a NS-issued no-contact order

– academic accommodations

– residential accommodations

– transportation accommodations

– employment accommodations

– safety consultations with University Police Services

– personal protection devices

– on-campus escorts

Resources

The University provides additional information on sexual harassment and sexual violence trainings. New faculty, staff and student workers will be notified of sexual harassment and sexual violence prevention training during orientation.听Current faculty and staff can access training through the听aw Room. Students are assigned training through CampusClarity.

In addition, NS鈥檚 Office of Human Resources also provides training on Title IX and Sexual Harassment and oversees the University鈥檚 web-based training programs that include trainings on Campus SaVE Act and Title IX.

NS鈥檚 LawRoom/CampusClarity Training Library includes:

STUDENT TRAINING LIBRARY:

– Alcohol, Drugs, Sexual Assault harm-reduction & Training

– Title IX and Campus SaVE Act (main course)

– Title IX and Campus SaVE Act training (main course)

STAFF/FACULTY TRAINING LIBRARY:

-Overview of Title IX and Campus SaVE Act.

-Prevent harassment, discrimination & retaliation

-Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

Students and staff may report an incident to the Student Conduct Office via the NS Portal. In addition, any staff member who is concerned about the health, safety, and/or well-being of a student can make a referral to the CARE Team.

CONTACTS

Office/Unit: Division of Culture, Planning and Policy |Contact: Edith.Fernandez@nevadastate.edu| Phone: 702-992-2358

Office/Unit: Title IX Coordinator | Contact TitleIXCoordinator@nevadastate.edu

Office/Unit: VP of Student Affairs | Contact: Stefanie.coleman@nevadastate.edu | Phone: 702-992-2511

RELATED INFORMATION

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HISTORY

Revised January 3, 2024, to update institutional name and Title IX Coordinator.

APPROVAL

Approved by Provost on September 16, 2019

Approved by President on September 16, 2019

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POLICY STATEMENT

The Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008 requires that colleges and universities establish a missing resident student notification policy, including missing student notification procedures for students residing in on-campus housing.

DEFINITIONS

American Campus Communities (ACC): Developer, owner, and manager of the housing apartment community at 麻豆原创 State College known as The Village NSC Student Housing.

American Campus Community (ACC) Emergency Contact Person: Contact person identified by on-campus resident students for general emergencies. The ACC Emergency Contact Person information is collected and stored by American Campus Communities.

Director of Housing: Responsible for overseeing the entire operation of the housing apartment community at 麻豆原创 State College known as The Village NSC Student Housing.

Missing Resident Student: Resident student whose whereabouts are unknown, whatever the circumstances of disappearance; considered听missing听until located or their well-being is otherwise established.

Missing Person Contact: Individual(s) identified by the on-campus housing student to be contacted in the specific case they are determined to be missing.

On-Campus Housing: Housing located on the College鈥檚 property catering to enrolled NSC and CSN students and families.

On-Campus Resident Student: Individual who is currently enrolled in classes, has a signed lease agreement, and resides in on-campus housing.

Reporting Party: Any person who reports a concern regarding the safety and security of a student whose whereabouts are unknown or unexplained.

Resident Assistant: An employee responsible for assisting students who live in on-campus housing.

PROCEDURES

I. Reporting a Missing Student

If a person has reason to believe that an on-campus resident student is missing, the individual should immediately notify a Resident Assistant or the Director of Housing. The Director of Housing will then notify the NSC Dean of Students. The NSC Dean of Students will contact University Police Services. University Police Services is the local law enforcement agency; they will begin an investigation immediately.

Should University Police Services determine that the student has been missing for more than twenty-four (24) hours, they will follow up with the Dean of Students. The Dean of Students will request the Missing Person Contact information from American Campus Communities. University Police Services will work with the Dean of Students to notify any appropriate outside jurisdictional agency and the student鈥檚 Missing Person Contact.

If the student is under eighteen (18) years of age and is not an emancipated individual, immediately after determining that the student has been missing for 24 hours University Police Services will notify the student鈥檚 parent or legal guardian and Missing Person Contact as designated in the form maintained by American Campus Communities.

Regardless of whether the student has identified a Missing Person Contact, if the student is age 18 or older, or is an emancipated minor, the Dean of Students will inform University Police Services within 24 hours that the student is missing.

The reporting party should provide the following information:

• Name of missing student;
• Student鈥檚 contact information;
• If there is a reason to believe the student might be in distress or if there is a threat of imminent harm;
• Background and descriptive information;
• Time and date last seen;
• Location last seen;
• Last known destination;
• Names of acquaintances;
• Any additional information that may help locate the missing student.

If contact is made with the student, University Police Services will notify the Dean of Students and the student will be encouraged to notify the Reporting Party.

II. Missing Person Contact

All on-campus resident students have the option to designate a Missing Person Contact strictly for the event that the student becomes a missing person. This contact information will be confidential and accessible only to authorized college officials and law enforcement personnel involved in an emergency response. The missing person contact information may not be disclosed except to law enforcement personnel to assist in a missing person investigation. The Missing Person Contact will be notified within 24 hours of University Police Services determining that the student is missing.

FORMS/INSTRUCTIONS

American Campus Communities provides students with the ability to identify an ACC Emergency Contact Person for general emergencies and a separate contact to act as a Missing Person Contact. The data for these contacts is collected via a form managed by American Campus Communities during the move-in process.

The American Campus Communities Emergency Information Form is considered non-public information and will only be shared with appropriate 麻豆原创 State College personnel on an as-needed basis. The form is part of every on-campus housing student鈥檚 housing record, and pursuant to records retention policies, is retained for a minimum of five (5) years past the final move-out date, and then destroyed according to policy.

ADDITIONAL CONTACTS

American Campus Communities
Shenice Noel, Director of Housing
shenice.noel@nevadastate.edu
702-308-5519

Division of Culture, Planning, and Policy
Edith Fern谩ndez, Vice President
edith.fernandez@nevadastate.edu
702-992-2358

RELATED INFORMATION

APPROVALS

Approved by Dr. Vickie Shields, Provost, November 10, 2020.
Approved by Bart Patterson, President, November 25, 2020.

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POLICY STATEMENT

麻豆原创 State College supports the legal and safe use of unmanned aerial systems on campus to further its academic, research, and outreach objectives. Consistent with of the 麻豆原创 System of Higher Education Board of Regent Handbook, 麻豆原创 State College is required to establish a policy governing the use of Unmanned Aerial Systems on its campus.

DEFINITIONS

Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS): Air vehicles and associated equipment that do not carry a human operator, but instead are remotely piloted or fly autonomously. Also referred to as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV), Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), and drones.

PROCEDURES

I.听听听听听听听听听听听听听 Applicable Rules and Regulations

A. All use of Unmanned Aerial Systems on the 麻豆原创 State College property must be in full compliance with all applicable federal laws, including Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and regulations, and all applicable local and state laws, including the provisions of governing unmanned aircraft vehicles and , which prohibits surreptitious electronic surveillance on NSHE campuses. Federal regulations supersede any conflicting Board or institutional policies or procedures.

B. Any employees or students using UAS outdoors as part of their employment or as part of a College program and any approved contractor for UAS flight on or over 麻豆原创 State College property must have a valid PART 107 Remote Pilots License or a Certificate of Waiver or Authorization (COA) issued by the FAA, or in the alternative, have access to airspace provided through collaboration with the FAA-designated 麻豆原创 UAS Test Site authority. These requirements do not apply to indoor flights that are not required to obtain such an Exemption or Certificate.

II.听听听听听听听听听听听 College Procedures and Permissions

A. After obtaining all required flight permissions, and prior to beginning any operations, the employees or students using UAS outdoors must contact the Senior Vice President for Finance and Business Operations to provide and confirm insurance coverage and at a minimum to ensure liability coverage through the limitations on State tort actions pursuant to Chapter 41 of 麻豆原创 Revised Statutes or a separate insurance policy. Proof of Part 107 operations must be provided in advance of drone operations along with proof of insurance listing 麻豆原创 State College as additionally insured in the amount of $1,000,000.

B. UAS operators must take all reasonable measures to protect the safety of those involved in the operation and the general public and to avoid violating the privacy rights of the general public. Flight over Student Housing, child care facilities, or within 50 feet of any classroom building is strictly prohibited.

C. All UAS operations on or over 麻豆原创 State College property must be communicated in advance to campus police at the Non-Emergency contact number: (702) 895-3668.

D. Any third party, including institution contractors and vendors, wishing to use a UAS over 麻豆原创 State College property must first receive approval from the President, or designee and provide proof of Part 107 Remote Pilots License as well as proof of insurance in advance of drone operations

E. Any use of UAS for hobby or recreational purposes (FAA PART 101 operations) on or over 麻豆原创 State College property is strictly prohibited, unless approved by the President or designee as part of a College-sanctioned event.

F. Any use of a College-owned UAS, on or off campus, must always comply with all applicable FAA regulations and be used in a manner consistent with this policy.

G. Any violations of Board or Regents or 麻豆原创 State College policy by an employee or student will be dealt with in accordance with applicable Board and institutional policies and procedures, which may include disciplinary actions up to and including termination of employment or enrollment.

H. Legal prohibitions regarding physical presence on campus, including trespassing, and other legal action may also be pursued against third parties that operate UAS in violation of this policy.

I. Fines or damages incurred by individuals, institutional departments, or units that do not comply with this policy will not be paid by 麻豆原创 State College nor the 麻豆原创 System of Higher Education and will be the responsibility of those persons involved.

CONTACTS

Campus Police Services
(702) 895-3668

Office of the President
Kris.Schott@nevadastate.edu
(702) 992-2375

RELATED INFORMATION

• 麻豆原创 Revised Statutes 396.970 and Chapter 493
• NSHE Handbook

APPROVALS

Approved by Kevin Butler, Senior Vice President of Finance and Administration, April 11, 2022.
Approved by Dr. DeRionne Pollard, President, April 7, 2022.

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POLICY STATEMENT

NSHE tasks each institution with developing a policy on the presence of Service and Emotional Support Animals in institutional housing and other campus facilities.

DEFINITIONS

Emotional Support Animal (ESA): An animal that provides comfort to an individual with a disability upon the recommendation of a healthcare or mental health professional; its role is to alleviate the symptoms of an individual鈥檚 disability, but not to assist an individual with a disability with activities of daily living.

Guide Dog: A trained dog that serves as a travel tool for persons with severe visual impairments or who are blind or have low-vision.

Hearing Dog (sometimes referred to as a Signal Dog): A dog trained to alert a person with significant hearing loss, or who is deaf, to the presence of sounds or people.

Partner: The person assisted by a Service Animal.

Pet: An animal kept for ordinary use and companionship.

Psychiatric Service Dog: A dog trained to detect the onset of psychiatric episodes and lessen their effects.

Seizure Response Dog: A dog trained to assist a person with a seizure disorder.

Service Animal: A dog (or a miniature horse, provided it meets the same work and safety requirements as a dog) trained to assist people with disabilities in the activities of daily living. As defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), only dogs and miniature horses qualify as Service Animals; 鈥渙ther species of animals, whether wild or domestic, trained or untrained, are not service animals鈥︹��

Service Animal in Training: A dog or miniature horse that is being trained as a Service Animal. For the purposes of this policy, all statements that pertain to Service Animals apply equally to Service Animals in Training.

Social Signal (SSig) Dog: A dog trained to assist a person with autism.

PROCEDURES

I. Animals Allowed on Campus

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) allows Service Animals and Service Animals in Training to be on the 麻豆原创 State College campus. If a person with a disability requires a Service Animal, the animal must be allowed to accompany the person anywhere on campus, including food service areas, except in situations where the Service Animal may cause a safety issue or interfere with the fundamental nature of campus activities, such as research or clinical areas that require a sterile environment.

麻豆原创 State College prohibits individuals from bringing animals other than Service Animals to campus without prior written approval from the Dean of Students or Vice President of Finance and Business Operations. Animals other than Service Animals may be on campus only if they are approved in advance as part of a campus-sponsored event, program, or service (e.g., test anxiety relief days sponsored by a unit). The Dean or Director of the sponsoring unit is responsible for securing approval, ensuring proper supervision and control over the animal, and any necessary waste clean-up. Failure to do so will result in revocation of approval to have the animal on campus. Moreover, an animal participating in a campus-sponsored event, program, or service may be removed for any of the reasons listed in Section V below.

II. Eligibility for Service Animal Status

To qualify as a Service Animal, a dog (or, if approved, a miniature horse) must perform work or tasks that directly relate to the Partner鈥檚 disability. According to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (including clarifications issued in September 2010), examples include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting individuals who are blind or have low vision with navigation or other tasks;
• Alerting Deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals of the presence of people or sounds;
• Providing non-violent protection or rescue work;
• Pulling a wheelchair;
• Assisting an individual during a seizure;
• Alerting an individual to the presence of allergens;
• Retrieving items such as medicine or a telephone;
• Providing physical support and assistance with balance and stability to individuals with mobility disabilities;
• Helping individuals with psychiatric and neurological disabilities by preventing or interrupting impulsive or destructive behaviors.

If an animal meets this criterion, it qualifies as a Service Animal. Emotional Support Animals do not qualify as Service Animals under the ADA or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.

If the service an animal performs is not obvious, the Disabilities Resource Center (DRC) may ask two questions to determine if it qualifies as a Service Animal:

1. Is the animal a Service Animal that is required because of a disability?
2. What disability-related work or task has the animal been (or is the animal being) trained to perform?

The DRC may not require other proof of a Service Animal鈥檚 status. Faculty and staff may not require medical documentation of the need for the animal, training documentation, or a demonstration of its ability to perform a task. Service Animals do not have to be licensed or certified by the state, local government, or any training program.

A. Dogs: A dog used as a Service Animal may be any breed or size. Service Animals may (but are not required to) wear specialized equipment, such as a backpack, harness, or special collar or leash, as needed to assist their Partners with activities of daily living.

1. 1. Types of Service Animals include, but are not limited to, Guide Dogs, Hearing Dogs, Psychiatric Service Dogs, Social Signal (SSig) Dogs, and Seizure Response Dogs.

B. Miniature horses: The revised ADA and 麻豆原创 Revised Statutes require institutions to make appropriate provisions for miniature horses that have been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities.

1. 1. Size: Miniature horses generally range in height from twenty-four (24) to thirty-four (34) inches at the shoulders and weigh seventy (70) to one hundred (100) pounds.
   2. Assessment factors: NSC will determine whether to grant permission for a miniature horse to serve as a Service Animal on a case-by-case basis. When making such a determination, the DRC will take the following factors into account:
      • Whether the miniature horse is housebroken;
      • Whether the miniature horse is under the Partner鈥檚 control;
      • Whether our facilities can safely accommodate the miniature horse鈥檚 type, size, and weight; and
      • Whether the miniature horse鈥檚 presence will compromise legitimate safety requirements necessary for safe operation of NSC facilities.

According to 麻豆原创 statute (NRS 426.805), it is 鈥渦nlawful for a person to fraudulently misrepresent an animal as a Service Animal or Service Animal in Training.鈥�

III. Responsibilities of Individuals Using Service Animals

Partners using Service Animals on campus are responsible for the following:

A. Safety: Service Animals must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of others on campus.

B. Compliance with local ordinances: Service Animals must have all immunizations, licenses, and other items required by City of Henderson ordinances (or the relevant municipality for events sponsored off-campus) and must comply with laws regulating noise, restraint, and at-large animals. Dogs used as Service Animals must wear a City of Henderson (or other relevant municipality) license tag and a current rabies vaccination tag at all times.

C. Control over animal: Partners must maintain control over their Service Animals at all times. Service Animals must be harnessed, leashed, or tethered unless the animal needs to perform a task requiring it to travel beyond the length of the restraint or if the Partner鈥檚 disability prevents the use of such devices. In that case, the Partner must maintain control through voice, signal, or other commands.

听D. Care and supervision: The care and supervision of the Service Animal is solely the responsibility of the Partner.

1. 1. 1. The Partner must provide the animal with food and water at appropriate intervals. Food and water should not be provided in classrooms, laboratories, the library, the campus caf茅, or other areas where it may present a health risk or create a disturbance. Food and water should be provided outside or in a public area of campus, such as a lobby. The Partner is responsible for bringing clean bowls for food and/or water and for cleaning up the area as necessary after the Service animal eats or drinks.

E. Hygiene: The Service Animal should be bathed regularly to avoid significant odors and/or shedding. Regular grooming may be necessary for flea, tick, and shedding control.

F. Waste: Service Animals must be housetrained and able to control their waste elimination, which should take place outdoors. The Partner is responsible for independently removing or arranging for the removal of the Service Animal鈥檚 feces and/or urine, placing the waste in a closed container or bag, and disposing of it in an outdoor trash bin. The Partner must carry sufficient equipment and/or bags for cleaning up and disposing of the Service Animal鈥檚 waste. Partners who are physically unable to pick up and dispose of waste are responsible for making all necessary arrangements for assistance.

G. Damage: The Partner is responsible for any damages caused by the Service Animal.

H. General regulations: Partners accompanied by a Service Animal are subject to the same campus conditions, regulations, and limitations that apply to individuals without Service Animals.

Temporary visitors with Service Animals who visit campus for conferences, workshops, class work, or other circumstances must adhere to all requirements listed in this section.

IV. Animals in Campus Housing

This policy will be amended as needed to address issues specific to bringing or keeping animals in campus housing.

V. Removing a Service Animal

A Service Animal may be temporarily or permanently asked to leave 麻豆原创 State College facilities, grounds, or sponsored events for any of the following circumstances:

A. The Partner is unable to control the animal鈥檚 behavior (including barking) and/or does not take effective action to control the behavior;

B. An animal intended for use as a Service Animal is objectively determined to be presently incapable of performing appropriate and disability-related work or tasks for the Partner and is deemed not to qualify as a Service Animal under the ADA;

C. A Service Animal demonstrates unruly or disruptive behavior that indicates it has not been successfully trained to function as a Service Animal in public settings;

D. The animal is ill;

E. The animal is not clean (this does not apply to Service Animals that become wet from weather-related incidents but are otherwise clean);

F. The animal is destructive;

G. The animal is aggressive;

H. The Partner violates the responsibilities set out in this policy;

I. The animal is abandoned or left for an extended time without supervision.

The timeframe for removing the animal will be determined based on the facts of the specific case and whether the animal poses an imminent threat of harm to members of the campus community. If asked to remove a Service Animal, the Partner may return to campus without the Service Animal and the College will provide the Partner a reasonable accommodation in place of the Service Animal.

VI. Complaints about Animals on Campus

Individuals with medical issues that are affected by a Service Animal should contact the Disability Resource Center (DRC). The person raising the concern must provide verifiable medical documentation supporting the claim that the presence of the Service Animal is a medical issue. The DRC will consider the needs of the Partner and the person filing the complaint in attempting to resolve the problem as efficiently and effectively as possible.

If there is cause to be concerned that a Service Animal may be a health or safety risk, contact the Disability Resource Center to discuss these concerns. Such reports will be handled on a case-by-case basis.

ADDITIONAL CONTACTS

Disability Resource Center
Sharne茅 Walker, Director and Associate Dean of Students
Phone: 702-992-2180
Email: drc@nevadastate.edu

RELATED INFORMATION

• Americans with Disabilities Act as Amended (ADAAA)
• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
• NSHE Code Title 4, Chapter 8, Section 17
• UNLV Animals on Campus Policy (October 2016)

APPROVALS

Approved by Faculty Senate Chair Dr. Abby Peters, March 12, 2019.
Approved by Provost Dr. Vickie Shields, March 19, 2019.
Approved by President Bart Patterson, April 8, 2019.

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