Notice of Non-Discrimination
Colby Community College (CCC) adheres to the Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964 and all federal and state civil rights laws banning discrimination in public institutions of higher education. CCC provides equality of opportunity to its applicants for admission, enrolled students, graduates, and employees. The College does not discriminate with respect to hiring, continuation of employment, promotion, tenure, other employment practices, application for admission or career services, and placement on the basis of race, color, gender, age, disability, national origin, or ancestry, sexual orientation, or religion. For inquiries, contact the Vice President of Students Affairs, Title IX, and ADA Coordinator, Colby Community College; 1255 S. Range; Colby, KS 67701. Phone: 785.460.5490. Email: nikol.nolan@colbycc.edu. When brought to the attention of the discrimination will be appropriately remedied by the College according to procedures noted below within the process for resolving grievances of harassment, sexual misconduct, and other forms of discrimination.
Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504 ADA complaints may also be filed with the Regional Office for Civil Rights. Address correspondence to:
U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Central Regional Office
400 State Avenue, Suite 908 Kansas City, KS 66101
913.551.1400
U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission
Gateway Tower II
4th & State Avenue, 9th Floor Kansas City, KS 66101
913.551.5655
College Legal Assurances
Colby Community College is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, gender, national origin, religion, age, and disability in admissions, all as required by applicable law and regulations under the Title VI Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX regulations of 1972, Section 504 of the Social Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. CCC supports the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 which ensures accessible facilities and fair employment practices. CCC policies provide classrooms, the college environment, and a workplace free of sexual harassment, including unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct or communications of a sexual nature. Federal and state law, as well as Board of Trustees policy, prohibits sexual harassment. If you have questions or believe that you have been subjected to sexual harassment, you should report it to the Vice President of Student Affairs. If unavailable, contact the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
In accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, only directory information about students or former students will be disclosed to any person or agency without the written permission of the student except (1) CCC administrators and instructors, (2) certain federal officials specified in the act, (3) stated educational authorities, (4) accrediting agencies, (5) upon receipt of proper judicial orders, or (6) officials of other schools in which the student seeks to enroll or has enrolled. At the request of the student, directory information will be withheld. Upon written request, the student may inspect information in their official file and be allowed to challenge inaccurate information.
College policy and the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 states that the unlawful possession, use, or distribution of illegal drugs, alcohol, and cereal malt beverages by students or employees on the property of CCC or during activities involving the College is strictly prohibited.
CCC annually distributes the college security report as required by the Student Right-To-Know and Campus Security Act of 1990.
Catalog Information Disclaimer
This catalog is informational and does not constitute a contract. The College reserves the right to change, modify or alter all fees, charges, tuition, expenses, and costs without notice. The College reserves the right to add or delete any course offering or information in this catalog without notice.
Catalog Change Procedure
Catalog changes are reviewed annually. Faculty complete catalog change requests and Division Chairs bring them to Academic Council for review and approval. Further, Academic Council reviews all course descriptions, Guided Pathways, and policy and procedure development or change requests. Upon approval, the changes are made to the online catalog, and the Registrar updates the PowerCampus catalog. Official records are stored with the Registrar’s Office.
Institutional Mission
Challenge students to adapt to a diverse society. Create opportunities for student growth. Connect student learning with professional experiences.
Vision
Colby Community College will be a national leader in academic and student success to transform the lives of the communities we serve.
Philosophy
Colby Community College is dedicated to the belief that each individual in northwest Kansas should have the opportunity to develop and extend skills and knowledge to attain personal objectives. Implicit in this belief is the idea that education is a lifelong process. The College encourages the people who live in this area to participate fully in its program of educational services. The College strives to meet the needs of its students regardless of age, sex, creed, race, aspiration, or educational level.
Colby Community College students are the most important people associated with the institution. All students deserve the opportunity to succeed regardless of their specific goals or aspirations. The College intends to encourage individual success. Students’ individuality is respected, and their potential is fostered through programs that include excellent classroom instruction, multiple leadership opportunities, and an organized plan for counseling and advisement. Attending Colby Community College is designed to be a personal experience for students.
Purposes
Colby Community College has adopted seven Purposes to address its institutional mission adequately. The Purposes are intended to be dynamic and flexible to meet student and community needs. The Purposes are as follows:
- Offer two-year college transfer programs leading to an associate degree for students who wish to obtain a baccalaureate degree after transferring to a fouryear college or university.
- Offer both Associate in Applied Science degrees and certificate vocational and technical education programs for students who wish to gain competence in specific skill areas or upgrade skills.
- Offer a developmental education program to serve all students who need improved academic skills, including adult basic education and preparation for the tests of General Educational Development.
- Offer continuing education courses and community service activities and assist economic development by providing customized on-site training.
- Offer students a full range of support services.
- Offer facilities and human resources to support educational, civic, and cultural endeavors.
- Offer state-of-the-art technology systems to enhance the quality of life.
Student Outcomes (Essential Skills)
For each degree offered, there is a specifically defined core curriculum. The courses may vary among degrees but are all designed to prepare students for success in their chosen fields, both in additional academic endeavors and in the workplace. The College has identified the following expectations for all students who complete a degree at Colby Community College:
- Student demonstrates accountability for their actions in and out of the classrooms.
- Student communicates effectively and professionally in a variety of settings.
- Student gains confidence in both academic and personal abilities.
- Student develops and uses the following skills: open-mindedness, creativity, problem solving, critical thinking, teamwork, work ethic, time management and adaptability.
Accreditation
Colby Community College is coordinated by the Kansas Board of Regents and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. In addition, many of the special programs are accredited by their respective professional associations. The Physical Therapist Association program is accredited by the Commission of Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education. Nursing is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing and the Kansas State Board of Nursing. The American Veterinary Medical Association accredits the on-campus and online Veterinary Nursing programs. The Dental Hygiene program is accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation. Other accreditation courses include Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), and Certified Medication Aide (CMA). The Institutional Actions Council of the Higher Learning Commission voted to extend the accreditation of the College to include distance education.
The Higher Learning Commission
230 S. LaSalle St., Suite 7-500
Chicago, IL 60604-1411
800.621.7440
Fax 312.263.7462
www.hlcommission.org
The Commission on Dental Accreditation
211 East Chicago Avenue, 19th Floor
Chicago, IL 60611
312.440.4653
www.coda.ada.org
Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc.
3390 Peachtree Road NE Suite 1400
Atlanta, GA 30326
404.975.5000
www.acenursing.org
American Veterinary Medical Association
1931 North Meacham Road,
Suite 100 Schaumburg, IL 60173-4360
800.248.2862
www.avma.org
Commission of Accreditation on Physical Therapy Education
3030 Potomac Ave., Suite 100 Alexandria,
VA 22305-3085
703.684.7343
www.capteonline.org/
Kansas Board of Emergency Medical Technicians
Landon State Office Building 900 Jackson Street,
Room 1031
Topeka, KS 66612
785.296.7296
www.ksbems.org/ems/
Kansas State Board of Nursing Landon State Office Building
900 SW Jackson, Suite 1051
Topeka, KS 66612
https://ksbn.kansas.gov/
785.296.4929
National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA)
3005 Center Green Drive, Suite 130
Boulder, CO 80301
720.680.1600
www.nc-sara.org
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