Resources, Policies & Procedures
The Tunxis Values and Principles—integrity, responsibility, respect, excellence, open communication, and humor and well-being—guide the important work of our college community. We hope these policies and statements will help all students to achieve their educational and career goals in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Grading, Notations, and Academic Engagement Policy
Academic Integrity
Tunxis is committed to academic integrity and we expect our students to be academically honest. The work you submit, including tests, papers, reports, presentations, or written ideas, must represent only your own academic achievement and knowledge.
Academic Dishonesty includes, but is not limited to:
- Plagiarism (submitting another person’s work as your own or submitting work which includes borrowed words or ideas without proper citation)
- Copying to any extent the work of another student
- Intentionally assisting another student during an examination
- Having access to material related to an examination during an examination
- Possessing or having access to unauthorized copies of an examination
- Departing from any stated examination conditions
Plagiarism and cheating will be reported to the Dean of Academic Affairs and may result in suspension, expulsion, or removal of college privileges.
Course Withdrawal Procedure
If you stop attending class or submitting work but do not formally withdraw from the course, then you will receive zeros for all missing work, and they will be calculated in your final grade. To formally withdraw, you need to go the Records Office. Instructors cannot assign a grade of “W” to students who simply stop attending class and/or submitting work.
If you are thinking about withdrawing from a class, speak to the instructor first. The instructor will be able to give you an idea of how you are doing overall and may be able to offer you suggestions for improvement and explain other options available.
Withdrawing from a class can impact your current funding (e.g. Financial Aid, Veteran’s benefits or Scholarships, etc.) and may also impact your FUTURE funding. For more information: www.Tunxis.edu/offices-departments/records-office-registrar/information-and-services-for-students/information-and-services-for-students-changing-your-schedule/
Student Code of Conduct
At Tunxis, we work to create a community where individuals are respected and valued, and interact and communicate effectively and respectfully. You are expected to behave according to the standards of the College as listed in the Student Code of Conduct (PDF) and in the Tunxis Catalog. Failure to comply with the College’s guidelines for conduct may result in disciplinary action as outlined in the Student Discipline section of the Tunxis Catalog.
Class Cancellations
If class is cancelled by Tunxis due to inclement weather conditions or other emergency, students will be notified via the school’s web page and myCommNet Alert. Alerts are sent out via text, email, and voicemail. All students are automatically enrolled in the alert system based on the phone number entered at time of admission. You are strongly encouraged to review and update your information at my.commnet.edu. Follow these instructions: https://cscu.edusupportcenter.com
Although closing information may be broadcast on local news and radio stations, you are encouraged to check the college website or information line for the latest closing information. If class is cancelled by your instructor, students will be informed by an official college notice posted at the door of the classroom.
Academic Success & Tutoring Center
Free tutoring, study labs, and workshops may be available for this course. For more information visit tunxis.edu/asc.
Tunxis is committed to the full participation of all students in its programs. Students with disabilities who feel they may require specific accommodations are encouraged to contact the Learning Disabilities Specialist in the Academic Success & Tutoring Center. Students with documented disabilities are eligible to receive reasonable academic services accommodations. For full information: tunxis.edu/asc/disability-services
Additional Resources
If you find yourself experiencing personal difficulties which are impacting your ability to be successful in college, please contact your advisor or faculty member or reach out to our Counseling Office for assistance. Email Tx-counseling@tunxis.edu or stop in the Counseling Center for access to emergency gift cards, gas cards, thePantry@Tunxis (our food pantry), Tunxis’s clothing closet, and more. For more information, please go to: tunxis.edu/student-services/academic-advising-and-counseling/
Title IX: Discrimination, Harassment, & Sexual Misconduct Reporting
Tunxis is committed to fostering a safe and productive learning environment. Title VII, Title IX, Board of Regents, and Tunxis policies prohibit harassment, discrimination, and sexual misconduct. Sexual harassment (including sexual violence) refers to behavior that interferes with an individual’s work or academic performance, or creates an intimidating, hostile, or offensive work or academic environment. Sexual harassment in any form will not be tolerated at Tunxis.
We encourage anyone experiencing harassment, discrimination, or sexual misconduct to talk with a Tunxis faculty or staff member so they can get the support they need and Tunxis can respond appropriately. A list of resources and contacts are available at www.Tunxis.edu/student-services/crisis-services/titleix/
Connecticut State Community College – Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (ODEI)
Additional College Policies & Information
Please review all college and Board of Regents policies beyond those noted above at: tunxis.edu/essential-policy.