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NMC Mission Statement: As stated in Amendment 38 to the CNMI Constitution, “The mission of Northern Marianas College shall be to provide the best quality and meaningful postsecondary and adult education opportunities for the purpose of improving the quality of life for the individual and for the Commonwealth as a whole. The College shall be responsible for providing education in the areas of adult and continuing education, postsecondary and adult vocational education and professional development for the people of the Commonwealth.”

NMC Institutional Philosophy: Respecting the human dignity and unique talents of each person, Northern Marianas College is dedicated to helping its students actualize their potentials for the enhancement of their individual lives as well as for the improvement of the Commonwealth as a whole. The College is committed to an on-going process of planning, assessment, re-evaluation, and improvement in all aspects of its mission.

Academic Dishonesty

Cheating: Cheating, includes, but is not limited to, giving or receiving unauthorized help during an examination, obtaining unauthorized information about an examination before it is administered, using inappropriate sources of information during an examination, altering the record of any grade, altering answers after an examination has been submitted, falsifying any official College record, or misrepresenting facts in order to obtain exemptions from course requirements.

Plagiarism: Plagiarism, includes, but is not limited to, satisfying any academic requirement by submitting any document that has been copied in whole or part from another individual’s work without identifying that individual; neglecting to identify as a quotation a documented idea that has not been assimilated into the student’s language and style, or paraphrasing a passage so closely that a reader is misled as to the source; submitting the same written or oral material in more than one course without obtaining authorization from the instructors involved; “dry labbing,” which includes (a) obtaining and using experimental data from other students without express consent of the instructor, (b) utilizing experimental data and laboratory write-ups from other sections of the course or from previous terms during which the course was conducted, or (c) fabricating data to fit the expected results.

Students found guilty of academic dishonesty, including cheating and plagiarism, shall be liable to suspension or dismissal from NMC. A student may request to challenge the infraction charged against him or her. The Office of the Dean of Student Services addresses all student misconduct.

Class Attendance: Students are expected to attend all meetings of their classes, not only because they are responsible for material discussed therein, but because active class participation by every student is essential to ensure maximum benefit for all members of the class. Absence from more than 10% of scheduled classes may be considered grounds for a failing grade in the course. Students who miss a class should report to their instructor upon their return to inquire about making up the work missed. Students who know that they will miss class should inform their instructor in advance in order to obtain upcoming assignments.

Disabilities Statement: The Northern Marianas College (NMC) is committed to ensuring, through a variety of services, access to facilities and programs to students with either permanent or temporary disabilities on a case-by-case basis at the request of the student. The Disabilities Support Services coordinates NMC’s accommodations for students with documented disabilities. Current (and prospective) students interested in receiving more information regarding services for students with disabilities are encouraged to contact Disability Support Services at (670) 237-6782, via E-Mail daisy.castro@marianas.edu , or visit the Counseling office located in Building I. All accommodations are determined on a case-by-case basis at the request of the student.

Classroom Etiquette: Cell phone usage in the classroom is extremely disruptive to students as well as the instructor. Cell phones must be turned off upon entry into the classroom. Leaving the classroom to answer cell phone calls or send text messages during class is also disruptive and is not allowed. Chewing betel nut in the classroom causes sanitation problems as well as being a distraction, and it is not allowed.

Student Dissatisfaction With The Course: If you are not satisfied with anything in this course, you should feel free to talk it over with your instructor. If you feel your instructor is unwilling or unable to help you with your problem or concern, you may bring the matter to the attention of a counselor in the Counseling Programs and Services Office and/or to the Chair of the SMHA Department. If you still feel your problem or concern is not adequately being dealt with, you may bring your problem or concern to the Dean of Academic Programs and Services.

Early Intervention: Early Intervention NMC counselors and instructors work collaboratively to identify and assist students who are at risk of either performing poorly academically or dropping out of school. The counseling staff reach out to students referred by instructors and engage students with information, insight and available options to assist with overcoming their individual issues. The counseling staff reaches out to students on probation or suspension to review options for continued enrollment and identify resources to support academic success.

General Education Student Learning Outcomes: The goals of NMC’s General Education Program are for students to acquire important general knowledge, develop basic academic skills, develop critical thinking skills, and be able to integrate their knowledge and skills so as to promote the capacity for life-long learning. The General Education Learning Outcomes at NMC are as follows:

1. Critical Thinking