Table of Contents
Welcome from the President and CEO
Welcome from the SA President
Cranbrook Map
Aboriginal Education
Avalanche Athletics
Bookstore
Bulletin Boards
Cafeteria
Class Act Dining Room
COTR Home Page
Computer Centre
Copyright
Deans and Department Heads
Disability Services
Disc Golf Course
Distressed Student Guide
email
Emergency Kit
Financial Aid
Gateway to the Rockies
Go Green
Grade Point Average
Graphics Lab
ID Cards
IT Services
International Education
Intranet Portal
Kids on Campus Children's Centre
Library
Lockers
Online Learning
Parking & Transit (Bus Service)
Recreation & Athletics
Students’ Association
Student Conduct & Responsibilities
Student Services
The Peaks Indoor Climbing Wall
Transfer Credit
Valuable Coupons
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Months at a Glance
Fall Semester Class Schedule
Fall Semester Daily Calendar
Winter Semester Class Schedule
Winter & Spring Daily Calendar
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Welcome!
Welcome!
Welcome to the College of the
Rockies, a dynamic place to
live and learn.
Whether you’re new to the
College or returning to continue
your studies it is my hope that
your experience with us will
provide you with a lifetime
of fond memories and new
friendships in addition to a
quality educational experience.
Your success is our success.
I encourage you to familiarize
yourself with the services and
activities available to you at the
College. Our Student Services
and Recreation and Athletics
departments are here to help
you find a comfortable balance
between learning and lifestyle.
Please ask if there is anything
you need or have questions
about.
The College of the Rockies
is fortunate to be located in
the East Kootenay, one of
the most spectacular areas
in the world. Along with your
studies I encourage you to
explore and enjoy the yearround recreational and cultural
opportunities available to those
lucky enough to live here.
At the College of the Rockies,
students come first. Your
feedback is important to us. I
invite you to talk to our faculty
and staff and let us know what
we can do to ensure we’re
providing you with a learning
experience second to none.
It is my sincere hope your
life will be enriched by your
experience here at the College
of the Rockies.
I wish you academic and
personal success.
Best wishes,
Dr. Nicholas Rubidge
President and CEO
College of the Rockies
Board of Governors
Appointed Representatives: Mr. Bob Langin, Cranbrook; Ms. Chris
Ondrik, Cranbrook; Mr. Andrew Cohen, Kimberley; Mr. Len Luders,
Invermere; Mr. Marko Maryniak, Fernie; Ms. Sandra Roberts, Kimberley; Mr. Troy Sebastian, St. Mary’s Indian Band; Mr. Ron Toyota,
Creston; Dr. Nicholas Rubidge, President.
Elected: Edco: Faculty; CUPE; Two Students
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sport activities, volunteer for
our fundraising events, or
start a new club to improve
the quality of life here at the
College or even globally.
Dear Friends:
This year will be filled with
many new and interesting
challenges. Whether you are
just starting your College
experience or returning
for another year of study,
the College of the Rockies
Students’ Association wants to
make the most of your College
adventure.
Your Students’ Association
is committed to developing
activities to help make
your time at the College
unforgettable. Your College
adventure, like everything
else in life, depends on your
involvement and participation.
We will provide a variety
of opportunities for you to
engage in, so join us in our
The possibilities are farreaching and together we
can make things happen.
Take advantage of your time
here, for it is an opportunity
to learn about people from
around the globe and gain a
better understanding of how
we fit within our world. This is
the time to open your minds
to new ideas and absorb the
profound knowledge found
within the building.
No matter what you choose
to do, your experiences
will shape your future
endeavours. Finding a
balance between classes,
work and fun will be
demanding, but with
enthusiasm and optimism,
we will prevail. Your Students’
Association reps are here to
help you, so please contact
us at any time.
On behalf of the Students’
Association, I wish you all the
best during this new academic
year.
Sincerely,
Fernando Arteaga
President
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Cranbrook Map
26. Kinsmen Park
27. Idlewild Park
28. Kinsmen Water Park
29. Kids on Campus Daycare
30. BC Liquor Store
31. Community Forest
32. Quad Baseball Parks
33. Movie Theater
34. Shopping Center
35. Bus Station
36. Rotary Park
37. Baker Park
38. Balment Park
39. Hospital
40. Medical Clinic
41. Dental Clinic
42. Waste Transfer Station
43. Airport
1. Railway Museum
2. Job Links
3. Elizabeth Lake
4. Confederation Ball Park
5. Gyro Park
6. Post Office
7. City Hall
8. Health Food Store
9. Police Station
10. Financial Institution
11. HRDC
12. Grocery Store
13. BC Access Centre
14. Video Store
15. Convenience Store
16. Kinsmen Arena
17. Memorial Arena
18. Newspaper
19. Key City Theatre
20. Tennis Court
21. Swimming Pool
22. Rec Plex
23. Cranbrook Public Library
24. Curling Rink
25. Job Seekers
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Aboriginal Education
Are you of Aboriginal ancestry or
interested in Aboriginal culture,
history or current events?
To serve you, we have a/an:
• Aboriginal Education Office in
the Student Services area;
• Coordinator of Aboriginal
Education;
• Resident Elder;
• Aboriginal Student Association
(ASA);
• Aboriginal Advisory Committee.
The Coordinator of Aboriginal
Education and the Resident
Elder provide academic, personal
and cultural support services
to [*]Aboriginal students. NonAboriginal students and others
seeking specific Aboriginal
information are also welcome
to visit the office, call 489-8209
or toll free 877-489-2687 ext.
8209 or email beattie-laine@cotr.
bc.ca .
The Aboriginal Student
Association offices and lounge,
located in Room 140 in the
main Cranbrook Campus,
provides a place for studying,
small gatherings, or just having
a coffee and meeting other
students. All Aboriginal students
are invited to vote for their ASA
Executive in September. Please
support your organization by
dropping in or calling 489-2751
ext. 8263.
With the support of
representatives from the
Ktunaxa Nation Council, each
of the Ktunaxa and Shuswap
Bands, the Ktunaxa Kinbasket
Aboriginal Training Council, the
Métis Nation BC Regional Office,
the Métis Human Resource
Development Agreement and
the regional School Districts,
College of the Rockies
continues to strengthen and
expand its program and course
offerings to serve the Aboriginal
population of our region.
Services provided by COTR
Aboriginal Education are:
• Educational and career
advising and planning;
• Information on Aboriginal
programs and courses;
• College orientation and tours;
• Funding and awards
information specifically for
Aboriginal students;
• Peer support and tutoring;
• Advocacy;
• Personal and cultural support
and referrals as needed;
• Special recreation, social and
cultural activities for Aboriginal
students and their families
(organized by the ASA and the
Elder in Residence).
All Aboriginal students are
encouraged to let us know
you are here so you can be
included on the Aboriginal email
list-serve to receive information
about Aboriginal funding,
special events and employment
opportunities.
Please contact the Coordinator
of Aboriginal Education in
Students Services or drop by the
Aboriginal Student Association
offices in Room 140.
[*] By definition, the term
“Aboriginal” at COTR is inclusive
of all Canadians and Americans
of Aboriginal ancestry: status
Indian; non-status Indian; Métis;
and Inuit.
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Avalanche Athletics
VOLLEYBALL
Avalanche volleyball continues
to offer exciting, high calibre
competition. In our short
history, the program has picked
up two bronze medals at the
provincial championships,
produced a two-time provincial
and a national coach of the
year, graduated 12 players to
university teams, produced two
All-Canadians, had an alumni
represent Canada at the FISU
games in Korea and has
one alumni on the Canadian
National Team.
Whether you're interested
in trying out for the team,
or being a fan, Avalanche
volleyball can provide you
with an exciting event in
which to participate. With
the support of the COTR
Students’ Association, the first
100 students attending each
league game (with a valid
student card) receive free
admission.
Information Sessions
Information Session for the
men's and women's Golf
teams - in the Gym 3:30
pm Wednesday, Sept. 5.
Information Session for the
Avalanche Volleyball men's
and women's teams - in the
Gym 7:45 pm Thursday
Sept. 6.
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GOLF
The golf teams, both men
and women, travel to four
tournaments throughout BC.
Cumulative points from the
four tournaments determine
a provincial champion.
Opportunities exist for the
teams or individuals to travel
to the CCAA PING National
Championships at Selkirk
College in Castlegar, BC. The
season starts very quickly
with the first competition on
September 15.
Potential players are
encouraged to attend the
information sessions.
Golf Schedule Host Institutions
Sept. 15/16 Kwantlen University College
Sept. 22/23 College of the
Rockies
Sept. 29/30 University College of the Fraser Valley
Oct. 9-12 CCAA/PING Nationals at Selkirk College
Oct. 20/21 Camosun College
Avalanche Athletics
Date Opponent Home/Away Women Men
Nov. 2
Nov. 3
Nov. 10
Nov.16
Nov. 17
Nov. 23
Nov. 24
Jan. 11
Jan. 12
UBC-Okanagan
UBC-Okanagan
Selkirk College
Malaspina U.C.
Camosun College
Columbia Bible College
U.C. Fraser Valley
Capilano College
Douglas College
Home
Home
Home
Away
Away
Home
Home
Away
Away
6:00 pm
1:00 pm
2:00 pm
6:00 pm
1:00 pm
6:00 pm
6:00 pm
6:30 pm
1:00 pm
7:45 pm
2:45 pm
3:45 pm
7:45 pm
2:45 pm
7:45 pm
7:45 pm
8:15 pm
2:45 pm
Jan. 18 College of New Caledonia Away
6:00 pm 7:45 pm
Jan. 19 College of New Caledonia Away
1:00 pm 2:45 pm
Jan. 26 Selkirk College
Away
2:00 pm 3:45 pm
Feb. 1 Malaspina U.C.
Home 6:00 pm 7:45 pm
Feb. 2 Camosun College
Feb. 8 Columbia Bible College
Away
6:00 pm 7:45 pm
Feb. 9 U.C. Fraser Valley
Away
1:00 pm 2:45 pm
Feb. 15 Capilano College
Feb. 16 Douglas College
Feb. 21 - 23 Volleyball Provincials at Malaspina University College,
Nanaimo
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Bookstore
The Bookstore is located on the
lower foyer of the College and is
open weekdays all year. Normal
business hours during the fall
and winter semesters are 9 am4 pm Monday to Friday, with
late hours on Wednesdays to
8 pm.
We are considering a change in
business hours. If implemented,
the new hours will be posted
at the store, around the
College and at: www.cotr.bc.ca/
bookstore
Remember, we’re more
than just textbooks. Shop at
Bookstore for great value and
selection in school supplies,
software, daypacks and book
bags, calculators, collegecrested clothing, greeting
cards, confectionery items and
a whole lot more!
What Books Do I Need?
The Bookstore publishes
two official booklists for each
semester, one for on-campus
students enrolled in University
Studies, Career/Technical
or Access Education (ABE)
programs, and another list for
Distance Education/Online
learners. Both lists may be
accessed from the Bookstore
web site at: www.cotr.bc.ca/
bookstore.
The on-campus course booklist
is also posted in the Bookstore
prior to the start of each
semester. Textbook shelves
are arranged alphabetically by
course, in the same order as
the booklist.
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Textbook lists for some
certificate/diploma programs
are published by the
department and are not
available on the website.
Printed lists are posted in the
store when available.
The Bookstore also sells used
textbooks and early shopping is
recommended as used books
sell out quickly. The supply is
subject to availability from the
annual buyback in April.
The Bookstore offers a
convenient special order
service for books and software
that are not regular stock. Staff
will be happy to quote price
and availability upon request.
Besides cash and personal
cheque (with student ID),
payment is accepted by
Interac, Visa and MasterCard.
More information on Bookstore
policies and services may be
found at: www.cotr.bc.ca/
bookstore
Money-Saving T-Shirt
Clip this T-Shirt &
Save 20%
off any regularlypriced clothing
or backpack. Offer
ends Oct. 15/07.
Please present
coupon and
Student ID prior
to purchase.
Bulletin Boards
There are many bulletin boards
located throughout the College.
Some are for departmental use
only, some are for student use
and some for community use.
The Community Event boards
are located by the elevator
on the upper floor and by the
Bookstore and the washrooms
on the lower level.
The Students' Association
boards are by the display
cases near the Cafeteria on the
upper level.
The pillars on the upper level
are for educational and College
activities and information only.
Anything else hung on these
pillars will be removed.
Absolutely nothing is
to be posted on the walls
without permission from the
Communications department
(located behind Reception).
Protocol
1. All notices MUST be dated.
Take them to the Receptionist
to be date stamped if you
have not dated them yourself.
Notices will be removed after
two weeks. Undated notices
will be removed immediately.
2. Please limit the number
of event posters throughout
the College to four. Anything
more is overkill and they lose
effectiveness.
3. When your event is over, or
your article sold, please take
down your notice(s).
4. Posters deemed to be in
bad taste, racist or sexist will
be removed immediately.
5. Ads and posters must not
be placed on door windows as
per fire regulations.
6. The bulletin boards are
monitored on a regular basis.
If you have any questions
please see Communications
staff for clarification.
Note - all notices
must be dated or
they will be removed.
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Cafeteria
SPECIALS
Running Late?
Don’t let your stomach rumble
in class!
Start your day off right with a
wholesome breakfast from our
Cafeteria.
We offer Breakfast Specials
every day of the week.
We have lunch and dinner
specials every day as well as
various special promotions
throughout the year.
LITTLE BREAKFAST
One egg; ham, bacon or
sausage; hash browns
and toast
$2.75
BIG BREAKFAST
Two eggs; ham, bacon
or sausage; toast and
hash browns
EGG MUFFIN
One egg, cheese and
ham on an English
muffin with hash browns
$3.95
$3.00
FRENCH TOAST
Just like Mom makes,
with golden maple syrup $3.50
Eat Smart
Try one of our large selection
of freshly made wraps or
sandwiches.
Save on Coffee
and Muffins
Take advantage of our Coffee
Card to save $$$. For every
10 bought, you get one free!
Cafeteria Hours
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
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Vending Machines: All complaints regarding the
beverage vendor service or malfunctioning beverage
vending machines should be reported to Chris New in
Room 225. Refunds for loss of money in the vending
machines are done by the Recreation and Athletics
department. Refunds are processed in the gymnasium
during regular business hours.
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Class Act Dining Room
The Gourmet
Experience
Satisfy your culinary
cravings with a visit to the
Class Act Dining Room!
One of the best kept secrets
in town, this dining room is a
training facility operated by
the students of the College’s
Culinary Arts Department.
The Class Act Dining
Room is open for dining on
Wednesday and Thursday
evenings throughout the fall,
winter and spring semesters.
Reservations are required.
The restaurant opens at 5
pm with the last reservation
accepted for 6:30 pm.
Group luncheons are also
available on Tuesday,
Wednesday and Thursday.
(Minimum 15 people.)
For more information or to
view the current menu go to:
www.cotr.bc.ca and click
on Visitors then Class Act
Dining Room.
To book your
reservation call
(250) 489-8211
Menu changes weekly.
Dinner includes choice of
hot or cold appetizer, salad,
choice of main course, choice
of dessert, coffee or tea $22.
One of our gourmet menus
of the past year featured
tantalizing dishes such as
Appetizers
West Coast prawn martini with
cocktail sauce, or
Banana squash and black
bean soup with creme fraiche
Salad
Baby greens in a cucumber
basket with raspberry
vinaigrette
Entrees
7 oz. New York strip loin
steak accompanied by a
Madagascar peppercorn
sauce, roasted garlic
whipped potatoes and fresh
vegetables, or
Spice rubbed pork chop with
tomato basil sauce, roasted
garlic whipped potatoes and
fresh vegetables, or
Chicken supreme stuffed with
an apricot pitsachio breading,
camembert leek sauce,
wild rice fritter and fresh
vegetables, or
Steam baked halibut filet,
balsamic bell pepper salsa,
wild rice fritter and fresh
vegetables.
Dessert
Callebaut chocolate mousse
or Chef's selection of the day.
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COTR Home Page
Be sure to check out the
College of the Rockies home
page which provides you with
complete access to all of the
services provided by COTR.
Did you know?
It links to many resources,
including the Gateway,
Student and Staff Portals,
Online Registration and all of
the programs offered by the
College of the Rockies.
Go to the College
website for more
information.
The College offers many
courses through distance
and online formats.
www.cotr.bc.ca/
cotrOnline
www.cotr.bc.ca
Computer Centre
The Student Computer Centre
is located in the lower foyer
and is accessible via the
Library.
There are 30 computers with
Windows XP for student use,
as well as a printer to create
a hard copy of your class
projects.
If you encounter any technical
difficulties contact the Student
Help Desk, which is located
within the Graphics Lab in the
Library.
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Copyright
Copyright (Procedures
Manual 3.4.2. - Abridged)
Preamble:
A.1 From time to time, College
employees, associates and/
or students may develop
and produce intellectual
property which is marketable
and/or subject to copyright
protection. These guidelines
and procedures have been
developed to protect the
interests of the College and
the employee, associate and/or
student in such circumstances.
Definitions
Associates:
may include but is not limited to
members of the College Board,
External Program Advisory
members, College-approved
volunteers and College
recognized partners.
Copyright:
exclusive right to the specific
expression of an idea, to
produce and reproduce
defined "works". Such rights
arise solely under Canadian
Copyright Act. The work must
be the original product of an
author's labour and skill. Note:
copyright may be owned by
the creator, the employer, the
individual who commissions
a work (photo, print, portrait,
digital materials, etc.) for
valuable consideration, or
transferred to another party.
Works/materials:
includes, but is not limited
to, written materials, artistic
materials, computer files,
software, video or audio tapes,
training aids, inventions,
audiovisual materials or test
equipment developed by an
employee(s), student(s) or
associate(s) of the College
of the Rockies in the course
of employment, enrolment or
affiliation at or with the College
of the Rockies.
Moral Rights:
a) the right to prevent use
of the work/materials in
association with a service,
product, institution or cause,
in such a way that would
prejudice the author's
reputation or honour.
b) the right to prevent
distortion, damage or change
the work in any way that
would prejudice the author's
reputation or honour.
Scope:
A.3.1 These guidelines
and procedures apply to all
employees, students and
associates of the College of
the Rockies.
A.3.2 These guidelines
and procedures shall apply
but may not be limited to
determination and assignment
of ownership, copyright and
moral rights.
A.3.3 Agreements entered
into with the College shall be
formal agreements, requiring
signatories as per Board
policy.
A.3.3 Signing Authorities.
Student and/or Associate
Copyright:
B.3.1 Copyright, ownership
and moral rights associated
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course work and/or activities;
i.e., course work, activites and/
or projects carried out by, under
the direction of, and/or funded
by the College of the Rockies,
shall vest with the College of
the Rockies.
B.3.2 Students violating the
Canadian Copyright Act will
be subject to the College
of the Rockies Procedures
2.4.5 Student Conduct &
Responsibilities and 2.4.6
Student Discipline
B.3.3 Copyright, ownership
and moral rights associated
with works/materials produced
as part of or as a result of
association with the College
and/or involvement in College
activities or projects carried
out by, under the direction of,
and/or funded by the College of
the Rockies, shall vest with the
Student or Associate:
B.4.2.1 If a student or
associate wishes to retain
copyright, ownership and/or
moral rights for any materials,
s/he shall initiate a request
per these guidelines and
procedures. In the event
that the student or associate
does not apply for copyright
and ownership, the College
shall retain ownership and all
copyright and moral rights shall
vest with the College.
B.4.2.2 Where a student or
associate has made written
request for copyright to the
Office of the Bursar, the
Assistant to the Bursar and
the appropriate Dean will
determine, based on these
guidelines, whether such
copyright and/or ownership
may be assigned to the student
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or associate, or remain with the
College. Such decisions will be
binding on the College and the
student or associate.
B.4.2.3 If a student or
associate is granted copyright
and/or moral rights are waived
by the College, the effective
date of the copyright will be the
date the request is received in
the Office of the Bursar.
Academic Misconduct 2.4.4
Preface:
A.1 Academic misconduct
includes, but is not limited to
plagiarism and cheating.
A.2 Definitions:
Plagiarism: includes but is
not limited to the submission
or presentation of oral or
written words and/or ideas
of others without proper
acknowledgement. It is an
academic offence. It ranges
from an entire assignment
which is not the student’s own
work to specific passages
within an assignment which are
taken from a source without
acknowledgement to the
creator of that source.
Cheating: may include but is
not limited to dishonesty or
attempted dishonesty impacting
exams, tests, and papers. This
includes, but is not limited to:
a) use of notes, diagrams,
books, and other aids, other
than those provided and/or
approved by the invigilator or
examiner.
b) communicating with others
for the purpose of exchanging,
giving or obtaining information
relative to an examination,
presentation or test.
c) copying from the work of
others.
d) conveying or exposing
information to others taking the
exam or test.
e) stealing of tests and/or
examinations or any applicable
program or course materials.
f) impersonating a student or
applicant at an examination or
assessment.
g) resubmission of the
same document, paper or
presentation more than
once, either at this College
or another, without the
prior written approval of the
instructor. (E.g., computer
paper graded on use of
technology, resubmitted re
English/Creative Writing to be
graded on content.)
Student(s):
shall include College of
the Rockies' students and
students in College- recognized
partnerships.
Employee(s): shall include
College of the Rockies'
employees and employees
in College recognized
partnerships.
Procedures:
B.1 It is the responsibility of
every student to refrain from
and avoid committing academic
misconduct.
B.2 It is the responsibility of
every student to learn the
proper procedure for the
acknowledgment of the work
of others. Students who are
unsure of what constitutes
plagiarism are advised to
consult with an instructor or
advisor.
B.3 It is the responsibility
of every student to become
familiar with applicable College
procedures.
Disciplinary Action:
B.4.1 An invigilator, examiner
or faculty member, as
applicable, upon ascertaining
that academic misconduct has
occurred, may:
a) confiscate the exam(s) or
assignments(s).
b) remove the student from
the examination room, course,
program activity, or College.
c) reduce the weight of an
examination or assignment
towards the overall course
grade.
d) provide a failing grade, or
"0" in the exam, assignment or
course in which the misconduct
occurred.
e) refer the matter to the
Student Discipline Committee.
B.4.2 An invigilator or examiner
shall provide a written report of
the academic misconduct and
disciplinary action imposed to
the respective instructor.
B.4.3 Guidelines and
procedures shall be followed
as per College procedures
document 2.4.6 Student
Discipline.
B.4.4 A student may appeal
a final grade assigned to a
course or a program only
through College Procedure
2.5.3 Student Grade Appeals.
B.5 A student suspended from
the College of the Rockies as a
result of academic misconduct
will not receive credit from
the College of the Rockies for
courses taken elsewhere during
the suspension.
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Deans and Department
Heads
Deans
Dean of Instruction Gary Johnson: Cook Training; Health,
Human and Family programs; Tourism/Recreation.
Dean of Instruction Ron McRae: Adult Basic Education/Access
Education programs; Office Administration & Technology; English
Language Training; Emergency Services Training; Fire Services
Training; Mining Apprenticeship; Trades.
Dean of Instruction Dr. Ardy Smith Miller: Business
Administration; Information Technology; Teacher Education;
University Studies Arts and Sciences.
Department Heads
Bill Crouch: Office Administration & Technology; Cook Training;
Mining Apprenticeship; Tourism/Recreation; Trades.
Darrell Bethune: Business Administration; Health, Human and
Family programs; Information Technology.
Sharon Richardson: Adult Basic Education; English Language
Training; University Studies Arts and Sciences.
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Disability Services
Disability Services fosters
the success of students with
disabilities. We are committed
to providing individualized
services and accommodations
to students with psychological,
physical or learning disabilities.
Our service aims to eliminate
barriers so that disabled
students can attain their
educational goals at COTR.
In order to provide academic
accommodations, students
are responsible for providing
documentation that verifies the
disability.
Examples of support offered
•
Referral for a Learning Skills
Assessment
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•
•
Study/learning strategies
Career planning
Short term personal
counselling/referral to
community resources
•
Assistance with course
selection/registration
•
Instructor liaison
•
•
Physical access
•
General advocacy
Assistance with applying for
grants
Examples of accommodation
offered:
•
Note takers in the
classroom
•
Course materials in
alternate formats (electronic
text, large print, etc)
•
Exam accommodations
(extra time, separate room,
scribe, use of a computer)
•
Adaptive equipment and
assistive technology
•
•
•
One-to-one tutors
Taping of lectures
Copies of visually
presented materials
The Disability Services office
is located in Student Services,
Cranbrook Campus or call:
(250) 489-8283 or
1-877-489-2687 ext. 8283
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Disc Golf Course
At the west side of the
Cranbrook campus, you will
find the College’s nine-hole
disc golf course. The course
is built adjacent to the City
course, giving you a full 18hole opportunity. Disc golf is
very similar to regular golf
except that in the place of clubs
and balls you throw a disc to
the pin or basket. Just like golf,
you can have different discs
- some for putting and some
specifically for long drives.
Each hole begins with a drive
and ends with a putt either at
a pin/target or into a basket.
Reducing the number of throws
is the challenge.
Each hole has a cement tee
box. After you tee off, go to
where your disc lands. From
here you place one of your feet
on the spot where the disc is.
The other can be pivoted as
long as it does not move you
closer to the pin. Throw your
disc - repeat until you land your
disc into the basket. Notice on
each pole there is a directional
arrow pointing you to the next
tee box.
The nine-hole course takes
approximately 45 minutes to
complete so it is easy to fit in
over a lunch hour. The course
is built in a forested area so
please be aware of the natural
hazards such as stumps,
uneven ground and steep
banks.
Watch for student/staff
orientation sessions and
tournaments throughout the
year.
Discs are available to loan or
purchase from the gym office.
More information is available
on our website at:
www.cotr.bc.ca/rec/discgolf/
Note: Course layout has been
affected by the College
expansion project and differs
slightly from this map.
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Distressed Student
Guide
Know the Symptoms
Guidelines for Seeking Help
Feeling depressed and hope-
Talk to someone you trust;
don’t suffer alone.
Contact Student Services to
make an appointment with an
Advisor for referral to an appropriate service.
less
Difficulty sleeping
Increased high risk behaviours
Withdrawing from others
Suicidal thoughts
Excessive weight gain or loss
Feeling highly irritable or
agressive
Unable to make decisions
Abuse of alcohol and drugs
Intense worry without reason
Small problems seem overwhelming
Any of these symptoms by themselves may be passing signs
of stress but if they cluster and
become more persistent they
should be cause for concern.
Call Interior Health’s Emergency Response Worker, available
1 – 9 pm, seven days a week
for crisis intervention and
referral: 250-919-1725
Call the Crisis Line, available
24 hours a day, seven days
a week: 250-426-8407
or
1-800-667-8407
2:
email
Your COTR email
account is
IMPORTANT!
It's the way we communicate
with you throughout the year.
Please ensure you activate it
immediately so you don’t miss
out on important information
such as your waitlist status,
exam schedules, emergency
information, refund deadlines,
scholarships, etc.
To encourage use of your
COTR email, your name will be
entered in several prize draws
throughout the year. Prize
winners will receive notification
through their COTR email.
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To activate your email go to an
open computer lab and log on
with the following information:
User ID: Enter your student
number e.g. XXXXXXX
Password: Enter your student
number e.g. XXXXXXX
Domain: COTRNET
You need to change your password the first time you log on.
Maintain your account by
deleting old mail and emptying
your deleted items folder on a
regular basis.
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Emergency Kit
This area of the province
is prone to wildfiires and
evacuations are possible.
Listed below are supplies
recommended to address
any emergency situation, with
additional suggested supplies
for a prolonged influenza
outbreak.
• flashlight and batteries (in
case the lights go out)
• radio and batteries (so you
can listen to news bulletins)
• spare batteries (for radio and
flashlight)
• first aid kit
• candles and matches/lighter
• extra car keys and cash
(including coins/cards for
telephone)
• important papers
(identification for everyone,
personal documents)
• food and bottled water (see
food list)
• clothing and footwear (one
change of clothes per person)
• blankets or sleeping bags
(one blanket or sleeping bag
per person)
• toilet paper and other
personal supplies
• whistle (in case you need to
attract someone’s attention)
• playing cards, games, books
Think of any special needs that
someone in your family might
have. Include any other items
that your family would need.
Here are some suggestions.
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Babies / toddlers
• diapers
• bottled milk
• toys
• crayons and paper
Other family members
• prescription medication and
extra eye glasses.
(Keep at least one week’s
supply of medication in your
emergency kit and include
copies of prescriptions for your
medicine and glasses.)
Pets
• dog/cat food
Emergency food and water kit
Have at least a three-day
supply of food and water on
hand. Choose ready-to-eat
foods that your family likes and
that don’t need refrigeration.
Water
• Four litres per person per day:
two for drinking and two for
food preparation, hygiene and
dishwashing.
Food
Enough for at least 72 hours
• canned food: soups, stews,
baked beans, pasta, meat,
poultry, fish, vegetables, fruits
• crackers and biscuits
• honey, peanut butter, syrup,
jam, salt and pepper, sugar,
instant coffee, tea
Replace canned food and dry
goods once a year.
Equipment
• knives, forks, spoons
• disposable cups and plates
• manual can opener, bottle
opener
• waterproof matches and
plastic garbage bags
• fuel stove and fuel (follow
manufacturer’s instructions)
Additional Emergency
Supplies for a prolonged
influenza outbreak
• thermometer
• an additional two litres of
water for each person in your
household — people with
influenza may require more
hydration
• fluids with electrolytes
• medications, including those
for headaches, fever and
cough.
Note: Aspirin® should not be
given to children 20 years old
or younger because of the risk
of Reye’s Syndrome.
• copy of the BC HealthGuide,
which provides a range of
information on health concerns,
symptoms, home treatment and
other care options.
To get a copy of the English
edition, visit your local
pharmacy or Government
Agent's Office, or refer to
the Guide online at www.
bchealthguide.org/healthguide.
stm
Spitting is one way of spreading infectious diseases.
Dried sputum can become airborne; therefore, spitting
is strongly discouraged at all COTR campuses.
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Financial Aid
Students can apply for
government student loans and
grants while attending full-time
or part-time post-secondary
studies. Students are urged to
apply six to eight weeks prior to
starting classes.
British Columbia residents can
apply on-line at:
www:StudentAidBC.ca
If you are a resident of a
province other than British
Columbia you will need to
apply to the province of which
you are a resident.
COTR Awards, Scholarships
and Bursaries
For a complete list of COTR
Awards, Scholarships and
Bursaries go the awards page:
www.cotr.bc.ca/FinancialAid/
awards.asp
Student Emergency Loan
Fund
Short-term loans may be made
to students requiring immediate
funds for educational or
survival purposes. You must
make an appointment with the
Financial Aid Officer to apply
for an emergency loan.
Additional Financial
Assistance Resources
Student Services Branch,
Ministry of Advanced
Education
PO Box 9180
Stn. Prov. Govt.
Victoria, BC V8W 9H9
Toll Free: 1-800-561-1818
National Student Loan Service
Centre
Public Institutions Division
PO Box 4030
Mississauga, ON L5A 4M4
Toll Free: 1-888-815-4514
BCSL Service Bureau
PO Box 4878, Station Terminal
Vancouver, BC V6B 4A4
Toll Free: 1-877-535-7680
CanLearn Interactive is a
one-stop web-based resource
that provides information,
products and services to
help Canadians decide what
and where to study and
how to cover the costs of
their education in Canada or
abroad. www.canlearn.ca
Additional Scholarship
Resources
You can also find many
resources at the following web
sites:
scholarshipscanada.com
studentawards.com
For more information contact
us at (250) 489-8264.
Don’t let your finances stand in the
way of your education!
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Gateway to the Rockies
The Gateway is an
informational website
developed and maintained
by the College of the Rockies
Library staff.
The one-stop site hosted on
the COTR server is updated
weekly with new information
that you may find useful for
term papers, trip planning and
participating in community
events.
The site is composed of hot
links to hundreds of local
government and service club
web pages such as the City
and Chamber in each area,
the Regional District and
Economic Development
offices, as well as many retail,
tourism and service-oriented
businesses.
Be sure to use the Gateway
if you need any information
about: business and tourism;
career and employment;
education; environment;
government and statistics;
labour market information;
natural resources; and science
and technology.
http://gateway.cotr.
bc.ca
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Go Green
values the natural environment
and supports the concept
of sustainability. The COTR
Environmental Committee
is actively working toward
the goal of enabling our
campus to operate in a more
environmentally-friendly way.
side of the main parking lot at
the Cranbrook campus; you
can deposit cans, newspaper,
paper, glass and milk jugs here.
Plastics which have a recycling
symbol on the container can be
dropped off at the Cranbrook
transfer station located at the
north end of the main strip.
Some of the initiatives you will
see around campus include -
Deposit containers such as
pop bottles and cans can be
dropped off at the Bottle Depot
on Industrial Road #3.
Lights Out
Stickers have been placed
on many of the classrooms
reminding staff/students to
turn the lights out after they
finish using the room. We also
encourage all our staff to turn
out their office lights. Please
note that if you go to your
instructor's office and their
lights are out, they are likely
still on campus. Check their
office hours as posted.
The Lights Out concept
has been applied to all our
computer labs. When you
finish working on a computer,
please shut it down completely.
Shutting down the computer
not only saves energy but also
gives students a fresh boot-up
when they access a machine.
Recycling
Blue recycling bins are placed
throughout our campuses.
Please make note of which
bins accept which material.
Also, a complete recycling
centre is located at the east
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Also watch for other
initiatives sponsored by the
Environmental Committee
including our annual spring
clean up. If you are interested
in getting involved, please
e-mail new@cotr.bc.ca Paid
student positions are available.
You can also visit http://
incotr2.cotr.bc.ca/
environment for more
information.
Grade Point Average
Grade
A+
A
AB+
B
BC+
C
CD
F
N
NS
NCG
COM
Grade Point Value
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
0
0
0
0
0
Class of Achievement
First Class
First Class
First Class
Second Class
Second Class
Second Class
Third Class
Third Class
Third Class
Minimum Pass Standing
Failure
No Credit Granted
No Credit Granted
No Credit Granted
Completed to a Defined
Standard
Definitions
Grade Appeals
Term Grade Point Average
Multiply the grade point
achieved in each course by the
credit value of the course and
divide the sum by the number
of credits attempted in the
semester.
A student wishing to appeal
a final grade must contact
Student Services staff within
two weeks from the date of
receiving the grade to discuss
reasons for the appeal
and to receive information
concerning the appeal
process and associated date
deadlines.
Cumulative Grade Point
Average
Multiply the grade point
achieved in each course by
the credit value of the course
and divide the sum by the total
number of credits attempted.
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Graphics Lab
The Graphics Lab is located
in the lower foyer inside the
Learning Resource Centre
and is available to all students
working on class projects.
Paper
At the start of each semester
(September and January)
registered student accounts are
credited with $30 - enough for
300 black and white pages at
10 cents each. Colour copies
are 25 cents each. Once this
amount is used students must
pay $2 or more in order to be
able print additional copies.
See the Library staff for details.
Materials
Some materials are available
for sale from the Library or
Bookstore to students working
on class projects.
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Graphics Computers
The Graphics computers are
to be used for scanning and
creating graphics and are
equipped with a wide range of
software for your use.
They also have CD-ROM
burners for saving large graphic
files. Access to a full colour
laser printer is included.
Laminator
Students may laminate their
projects at a cost of $1 per
foot. It generally takes about
20 minutes for the laminator to
warm up if it hasn’t been used
recently, so make sure you
don’t wait until the last minute.
Please remember
that you are not
the only one who
uses the Graphics
Lab. Clean up after
yourself and leave
the equipment as
you found it!
ID Cards
3111112022973X
COTR provides you with a
2007/2008 Photo Student
Card. Students who have
registered between June 12
and September 4, 2007 and
have had their pictures taken
can pick up their cards in the
Learning Resource Centre.
After September 4 photos
for ID Cards are taken in
the Library with proof of
registration.
Student' Name
Reminder
Your student ID Card is
also your Library card and
allows you access to student
computer labs.
So..... be sure not to lose it, as
the replacement cost is $5.
For Student ID Card
information call 489-8294
www.cotr.bc.ca
2700 College Way
Cranbrook, BC V1C 5L7
250-489-2751
Student
ID: 0000000
Expiry: Apr 2007
IT Services
The College IT Department
is committed to supporting
student success by
• providing students with
email and network accounts
• access to desktop graphics
and video production
• support from the Graphics
Lab in the Library
• drop-in laptop access to the
College network
• access to photocopying,
laminating, etc. from the
Graphics Lab (some fees may
apply)
Student Help Desk
250-489-2751 ext. 3295
OR
studenthelp@cotr.bc.ca
For the most current
troubleshooting problems
and solutions try the Help
Desk Knowledge Database
www.cotr.bc.ca/HelpDesk/
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International Education
For over 20 years College of
the Rockies has been hosting
International students from
around the world.
Many start with the English
Language Training program
and continue into other College
programs.
To enjoy a cross-cultural
experience, you can start by
introducing yourself to an
international student or by
visiting the International office
beside Registration to ask
about participating in some
activities.
The world is a global
community and learning about
different cultures is becoming
increasingly important.
Interaction between foreign
students and Canadian
students is beneficial to both
groups.
Introduce yourself
to an international
student today!
Internet Portal
A portal is like a small corner
of the Internet designed for
use by members of the College
community only.
You can access the portal by
using this address:
www.cotr.bc.ca/portal
* You may need your student
number and log-on password
to access some sections of the
portal.
The portal can provide you
access to the following features
from any computer that can
connect through the Internet.
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Announcement Board
Buy and Sell
Contact Info
Course Outlines
Final Exam Schedules
Grades
Important Dates
Quick Links
Registration
Student Services
Weather Info
Web Mail
Kids on Campus
Children's Centre
Kids on Campus is a licensed
child care facility offering quality
child care to all community
families. It is licensed to offer
full-time and part-time child
care for infants and toddlers
and for children aged 36
months to school age.
The centre is open from 7:45
am to 5:15 pm, Monday to
Friday. For more information
call (250) 489-8220.
Kids on Campus is located
at the College of the Rockies
Cranbrook campus adjacent to
the Kinsman Water Park.
Library
boasts one of the premier
college libraries in the province
and is a valuable resource for
all print and online material
sources. Not only does our
Library provide traditional
services but we also provide
access to the following Information Sessions
The Library offers information
sessions on topics such as
basic computer skills, email
and Library research. Check
for times and dates or online
access to these sessions.
Media Services
Digital cameras, video editing
and a graphics lab are
available to students who are
working on challenging class
projects. Come talk to our
audio visual experts!
Computer Lab
The Library allows students
to freely use the computer
labs and reference computers
to search Library archives
or work on projects and
assignments.
Laptops
Laptops are available for
borrowing. A waiver must be
signed and is kept on file.
Borrowing periods for the
laptops are four-hour loan,
overnight loan and weekend
loan. For more information
contact the Circulation Desk.
For quiet study/small group
study space ask at the
Circulation Desk.
Reference Hours: 9am - 5pm
Monday - Friday. After hours
reference, check askaway.org
http://library.cotr.bc.ca
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Lockers
Lockers are available at no
charge to students while they
are enrolled at COTR. You
must purchase a lock from the
College Bookstore.*
*Exceptions may be made for those
students who are unable to operate a
combination lock - see gym staff for
information.
It is quick and easy to get a
locker. Just follow these simple
steps:
1) Purchase a lock from the
Bookstore.
2) Record your locker serial
number (on back of lock) and
the combination.
3) Place your lock on a vacant
locker of your choice. Record
the locker number.
(Only students in Professional
Cook Training and Dental
Assisting have access to the
lockers in the change rooms
outside Room 214).
4) Log on to the website www.
cotr.bc.ca/locker from any
computer to register.
5) Follow the links to register
your locker. This should
be done within 24 hours of
choosing a locker.
6) Make sure you remove your
lock at the end of your school
year or when you complete
your program. You must also
remove your name from the
Internet or inform the gym
staff that you are finished your
program.
If you are here for more than
one year, you must remove the
lock over the summer period
and register again when you
return. Locks not removed
during this period will be
removed by College staff.
If your program goes into the
summer, you can indicate this
at the time of registering the
locker.
Register your locker
online at:
www.cotr.bc.ca/locker
e-mail: recreationdepartment@cotr.bc.ca
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Online Learning
Everyday commitments,
such as work, family and
recreation, can make it
difficult to experience a new
learning opportunity. That is
why the College is continually
expanding and developing our
online courses to better suit
your needs.
distance education. You can
also complete a number of
degree programs when you
combine online learning at
COTR with courses offered
through BCcampus.
If you have access to a
computer and the Internet, are
self-motivated and comfortable
asking questions, and would
like flexibility when scheduling
your learning time, online
learning might be right for you.
Update your skills, chart a
new career path, discover
a new talent or just spoil
yourself with our everexpanding selection of
continuing education
certificate programs and noncredit courses.
There are many benefits to
online learning: it’s flexible to
fit your schedule, it allows you
to study from any location, and
it allows collaborative learning
with your classmates. Many
students find that they have
better interaction with their
teachers and classmates than
they do in traditional faceto-face classrooms. A side
benefit to online learning is
the opportunity to build and
enhance your technology skills
– an important skill in today’s
workplace.
Full-time online students
are eligible for student loan
funding at College of the
Rockies.
Complete your credential
entirely online!
We offer a number of diplomas,
certificates and specialties
that can be completed through
Continuing Education
Programs and Courses
Online
Our wide variety of non-credit
online courses are offered
through Ed2Go (www.ed2go.
com/rockies). Each course
runs for six weeks and starts
every month. Lessons are
supplemented with interactive
quizzes, assignments,
tutorials and online discussion
areas. Read your lessons
and ask questions of your
instructor at the time most
convenient to you.
Technical Problems? Call
the Student Help Desk tollfree at 1-877-489-2687 ext.
3295 or email studenthelp@
cotr.bc.ca
More information?
Get complete online program
and course listings, helpful
hints, or learn more about
online learning at: www.cotr.
bc.ca/cotrOnline
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Parking & Transit
Parking
Both open and restricted (e.g.
disabled) parking is available at
all COTR campuses, however,
vehicles parked inappropriately
(in fire lanes, outside parking
lines, next to a yellow curb,
in no parking zones, etc.) will
be towed at the owner's
expense.
Transit/U-Pass
After a successful referendum
in April/06, the Students’
Association implemented a
Universal Bus Pass (U-Pass)
for full-time students at the
Cranbrook campus. The pass
allows holders unlimited access
to the City's transit system as
well as free access to public
swim times at the Cranbrook
Rec-Plex. An evening shuttle
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for night classes is also
available to card holders.
Part-time and UVic students
at the Cranbrook Campus can
now opt-in to the program.
Students not eligible for a
U-Pass also benefit from the
program as it has resulted in
the expanded frequency of
scheduled College service at
key times in the mornings and
afternoons.
Services for students with
disabilities are available
through the handyDart bus
service.
Schedules are posted
throughout the Cranbrook
Campus.
Additional information can be
found on the transit website at
www.busonline.ca/regions/cra
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Recreation & Athletics
The College Recreation and
Athletics Department hosts a
variety of events and activities
throughout the year.
We welcome all students to
come and participate in any of
the activities.
snowboard club.
This is a great way to try
new activities and make new
friends with common interests.
Contact the gym staff for more
information and for resources
to assist with club formation.
Special Events
Equipment Rentals
These include a number of on
and off campus events such
as river rafting, Family Fun
Night, disc golf, Kootenay Ice
nights, bowling, softball, beach
volleyball, movie nights, ski
events, golf, swim nights and
many other special events
planned throughout the year.
Thanks to Coca-Cola and
Students' Association, activities
are subsidized so they are very
inexpensive or free!
Students have access to
cross-country skis and snow
shoes at very affordable rates,
so take advantage of all the
local trails.
Intramurals
The College gymnasium is
home to many Intramural
sports and events for students
and community users including
indoor soccer, badminton,
volleyball and basketball.
Join an Intramural team or
event by dropping by the gym.
Clubs
Students are encouraged to
form clubs. Past clubs include
the outdoor club and ski/
Weight Room/Fitness
Programs
Students have free access
to the weight room located
upstairs in the gymnasium.
The weight room has exercise
bikes, a stair climber, a
Concept 2 rower, treadmills,
free weights and a selection of
Apex equipment.
Free orientation sessions are
available from the gym staff.
Human Kinetics students
may offer fitness evaluations.
Contact gym staff for more
information.
Note: The Gym and Weight
room are used at your own
risk.
Drugs and Alcohol
Participating in any College of the Rockies recreation event or
activity under the influence of drugs or alcohol is STRICTLY
PROHIBITED. This includes consumption of drugs or alcohol either
at the activity site or in sufficient quantity prior to the event or
activity to significantly impair his/her participation and/or behaviour.
Any violations will result in immediate ejection (of the individual or
team) from the event or activity with the possibility of suspension
from all future COTR recreation events or activities.
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Students’ Association is
comprised of all students who
are assessed a membership
fee. The Students’ Association
is in place to protect the
rights of the students as well
as to voice the interest of
the student body at large,
which is achieved through the
appointment of students to
various College committees.
The Students’ Association
is also dedicated to the
growth and continuance of
student services and cultural
enrichment on campus.
Their objectives include:
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Create, organize, promote
and enrich the social, cultural,
recreational, educational
programs, services and
environment for students of the
•
Develop a sense of
community among students
and other groups within the
•
Promote general welfare of
students and the furtherance
of post-secondary education
consistent with the purpose of
the College of the Rockies.
Director and Director-at-Large
are all elected in September.
The Executive positions
receive remuneration for their
work.
For the 2007/08 school
year, Fernando Arteaga is
President and Kwang-Min
Yim is Treasurer.
The Executive is responsible
for overseeing the day-to-day
operations of the Association.
To ensure that the rights
and the interests of its
members are being protected,
the Executive members
provide strong, effective
representation for students
wherever decisions impacting
students as a whole are
made.
All students are encouraged
to leave feedback in the
mailbox located across from
the Reception area. Tell us
what you would like to see
happening on campus or what
issues you think are important
to students.
continued
•
Promote and represent
students’ issues and interest
in relation to the College of the
Rockies.
The Students' Association
Executive consists of
democratically elected
Directors. The President
and Treasurer are elected in
April, and the Secretary, VicePresident, Communications
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Students’
Association
continued
All important Association
issues are discussed and
democratically decided at
Executive Committee meetings,
which are open to all members
(College students currently
registered and having paid
Students’ Association fees).
Students are encouraged to
attend and participate in these
and other decision-making
meetings organized by the
Association. Drop by the
Students’ Association office
for more details on how to get
involved.
Elections
Fall Elections for remaining
07/08 Executive (Vice
President, Secretary, Directorat-Large and Communications
Director).
Nomination forms available
September 4/07.
Nomination forms to be returned
September 14/07 at 4:00 pm (to
the College Registrar).
A candidates forum will be held
September 18/07, at 12:30
pm in the Lecture Theatre.
Elections will take place
September 20/07.
Spring Elections for 08/09
President and Treasurer.
Nomination forms available
March 18/08.
Nomination forms to be returned
March 28/08 at 4:00 pm (to the
College Registrar).
Candidates forum will be held
April 10/08, time TBA. Elections
will take place April 17/08.
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If you are interested in running
for a position, nomination forms
are available from the College
Liaison, Chris New in Room
225.
Keeping you Informed
maintains bulletin boards
located beside the trophy
cabinets outside the
gymnasium, Cranbrook campus.
We also encourage all
students to periodically
check their College email
account as this is a valuable
tool that we use to distribute
information.
Copies of the Constitution, the
Bylaws and the Policies and
Procedures are located in the
Students’ Association office
(Room 144) or can be obtained
through the College Liaison,
Chris New, in Room 225.
Regional Campuses
If you’re a student at a regional
campus, you don’t have to feel
left out! Remember your rights
are as important as anyone
else’s, so give the Students’
Association a call if something
goes awry. You can call us
toll free at 1-877-489-2687,
extension 8277.
We do return the portion of
student fees collected at each
campus back to each campus.
The Campus Manager has our
policy on how a student group
is to be chosen to determine
the best ways to spend these
funds that support our mandate.
continued
Contacting the Students' Association
(250) 489-2751 ext. 8277
or
College Liaison, Chris New (250) 489-8201
or
visit our website: www.cotr.bc.ca/sa
Get Involved!
There are many ways you can
enhance your experience while
attending the College of the
Rockies.
Board of Governors
Student Representatives
Two voting members sit on the
College Board of Governors
and receive a stipend for
their input. Elections for these
positions are held each year.
The Board of Governors deals
with issues related to faculty
qualifications, advisory groups,
College goals, objectives,
strategies and priorities and
tuition fee levels. Elections will
be held this fall.
Educational Council
Representatives
Four voting representatives
sit on the Educational Council
(known better as EdCo) every
year, with elections taking
place each year. EdCo deals
with issues such as student
evaluation procedures,
academic standards and
student appeals on academic
matters.
This is a very important
decision-making body within
the College. Elections will be
held this fall and students are
encouraged to run.
Representation on
College Committees
There are too many College
Committees on which students
are represented to list here.
If you want to become more
involved and represent
students (most committees
meet once a month for two
hours), then talk to a Students’
Association representative.
continued . . .
4:
Get Involved!
continued
Clubs
encourages students to further
enhance their time at College
of the Rockies by seeking out
others with similar interests and
forming clubs. The Students’
Association can provide start
up funding to eligible groups.
An outdoors club and a ski/
snowboard club are examples
of clubs that have successfully
been organized in the past.
Grant information can be found
in the Students’ Association
policy manual.
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Insights Student
Newsletter
Insights is a student-funded
newsletter that is the voice
of the Students’ Association.
It keeps staff and students
informed about the events,
issues and activities that are
of interest to the College
community.
Insights relies on student
support for the contribution of
material and for staff. If you
are interested, please contact
the Students’ Association.
Student Conduct &
Responsibilities
Student Conduct and
Responsibilities
(Procedures Manual 2.4.5)
Standard of Conduct
A.1.1 Every student is
responsible for his or her
actions and speech, whether
acting individually or in a
group, at all times while on the
campuses of the College of the
Rockies and at all times during
off-campus College-related
activities.
responsible for respecting
authority, meeting program and
course obligations, maintaining
integrity in scholastic work,
demonstrating standards of
conduct and complying with all
College policies, procedures
and guidelines.
responsible for conducting
him/herself in a manner which
respects and promotes the
dignity of others, in a spirit
of cooperation and mutual
respect.
A.1.4 Failure to accept the
responsibilities as noted may
result in disciplinary action from
the College of the Rockies as
per College Procedures 2.4.6
Student Discipline. Disciplinary
action may be appealed as
per College Procedures 2.4.7
Appeal Process for Student
Discipline.
Definitions:
Student(s)-shall include
students and students
in College- recognized
partnerships.
Employee(s)-shall include
employees and employees
in College-recognized
partnerships.
Responsibilities:
responsible for respecting
and upholding the laws of
Canada, the statutes of the
Province of British Columbia,
and the by-laws of respective
communities at all times while
on College property or while
involved in College activities.
A.2.2 Noncompliance with
the laws may initiate police
investigation and/or may
result in disciplinary action
and/or expulsion from the
College of the Rockies. (See
Section 37 of the Colleges
Act, 1996).
A.2.3 Students who become
aware of infractions which
are considered conduct
endangering personal
health and safety have a
responsibility to report the
infractions immediately to an
employee.
responsible for becoming
familiar with all policies
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Student Conduct:
A.3.1 Failure by a student to
maintain appropriate standards
of conduct on any campus of
the College of the Rockies, its
recognized partners, or during
any College of the Rockies
related activities off campus,
may result in disciplinary action
by the College of the Rockies.
A.3.2 Examples of
student conduct which are
inappropriate and may lead to
discipline include, but are not
limited to, the following:
a) interfering with or
endangering the operations of
the College;
b) interfering with other
students' ability to learn;
c) endangering the health or
safety of others;
d) using, possessing or selling
intoxicating beverages without
legal authority to do so;
e) using or possessing
prohibited or restricted drugs/
substances without prescription
or legal authority;
f) possessing weapons without
College or legal authority;
g) possessing or using
fireworks without College
authority;
h) falsifying or supplying
false information, withholding
information or accurate
information in order to obtain
a College of the Rockies
document (i.e., ID Card,
receipt, transcript) or to obtain
admission to a College of the
Rockies course or program;
i) engaging in disruptive or
disorderly conduct which
includes, but is not limited
to: physical or verbal abuse
of another person; abusive,
indecent, profane or vulgar
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language; obscene actions;
disrespect for the rights and
privileges of others;
j) misusing or abusing College
property or the property of
others;
k) willful disregard of or
refusal to comply with
directions of College
officials, security personnel,
instructors, employees, or law
enforcement officers acting
in the performance of their
duties;
l) failing to comply with
the College's conduct and
standards outlined in published
College procedures and
guidelines (e.g., Guidelines
for the Use of Technology
Resources);
m) impersonating a student or
applicant at an examination or
an assessment;
n) engaging in harassment
as defined in the College's
Procedure regarding
"harassment";
o) making frivolous, vexatious
or malicious complaint(s);
p) engaging in retaliation or
reprisal against a complainant
and/or any witness to any
matter of student conduct or
discipline;
q) cheating, as defined in
College procedure 2.4.4
Academic Misconduct;
r) plagiarizing, as defined
in College procedure 2.4.4
Academic Misconduct;
s) stealing, including stealing
of tests and examinations
or any program or course
material;
t) aiding, abetting or acting
as an accomplice in the
commission of any of the
foregoing offenses.
Student Services
Student Services offers a wide
range of services to help meet
your educational, career and
personal goals. Services may
vary from campus to campus.
Where is
Student Services?
• Educational and advising
services
• Course and career planning
• Help with timetables,
prerequisites and transfer credit
• Academic and career
assessment services
• Tutoring
• Writing lab
• Tools for Success workshops
• Services for students with
disabilities
• Aboriginal programs and
services
• Student employment services
• College/university information
• Scholarship and bursary
information and calendars
• Financial aid
Visit our website for more information on the services we
provide along with the names of Student Services staff:
www.cotr.bc.ca/sservices
For more information or an appointment contact us
(250) 489-8243
or
1-877-489-2687 ext 8243
or
studentservices@cotr.bc.ca
Monday-Friday 8:30 am- 4:30 pm
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The Peaks Indoor
Climbing Wall
The Peaks Indoor Climbing
Wall is located in the College
gym and is open to students
and the public.
Special events, school parties
and other bookings may be
made. Call 489-8252 for
details.
How to Get Started!
1. Come out during the free
Orientation Day session.
(Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2-5 pm)
2. If you already climb, pick up a
schedule and come out during
any open hours.
3. Sign up for an introductory
course. This threehour course costs $35.
Equipment is included.
Get a group of four together
and save $5 each!
R
A T
E
S
Kids Climb
Drop-in day pass
10 pass card
Student saver card
... with equipment
Introductory course
$9
$6
$48
$55
$75
$35
Harness
Shoes
Belay device/biners
Package of above
$2
$4
$2
$6
Watch the Gym
bulletin boards for
an exciting offer.
With support from
the Students' Association we will be
offering a limited
number of FREE
courses. Details
available from the
gym staff.
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Transfer Credit
1. Transfer credit may be
granted toward a COTR
program to registered students
for formal work completed
at another post-secondary
institution. Students should
realize that while credit may be
given for a course with a "D"
grade, the College reserves the
option not to accept that course
and grade as a prerequisite for
another COTR course.
(NOTE: A minimum grade point
average of C is required for
credit towards the Associate
Degrees in Arts or Science)
2. Students seeking transfer
credit for a course must
complete the Application for
Transfer Credit form, attach
official transcripts (or note
that they will be sent from
another institution) and course
outlines and submit them to the
Registrar.
4. Residency requirement:
25% of required credits for
certificates, diplomas or
associate degrees must be
completed at the College of the
Rockies.
5. While the College makes
every effort to ensure that
information regarding transfer
credit is accurate and up to
date, this information is subject
to change. Therefore, it is the
student's responsibility to verify
the current status of course
or program transferability with
receiving institutions.
Transfer Guides for British
Columbia Universities
and University Colleges
go to the website: www.
bctransferguide.ca
3. All approved transfer
credit is identified on the
permanent student record.
Other institutions evaluate all
post-secondary work completed
and will assign their own credit
evaluation.
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