Student Code of Conduct

Policy Owner: Chief Student Services Officer

Policy Statement:

Students of Manhattan Area Technical College are entitled to an environment that is conducive to learning and individual growth. To this end, students enrolled at Manhattan Tech assume a citizen’s responsibility to abide by federal, state, and local laws. Violations of statutory laws or of Manhattan Area Technical College’s regulations, policies and rules may lead to disciplinary actions by the College. These regulations do not deny any previously guaranteed rights and privileges but ensure a pleasant educational environment for all Manhattan Tech students.

Policy Rational:

Technical College students assume an obligation to act in a manner compatible with the fulfillment of the College mission. The Technical College community recognizes its responsibility to provide an atmosphere conducive to growth. With these principles in mind, Manhattan Area Technical College establishes this Student Code of Conduct.

The administration strives to maintain a safe and orderly educational environment for students and staff. Therefore, when a student’s conduct disrupts or threatens to disrupt the college community, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken to restore and protect the atmosphere of collegiality and mutual respect on campus. This procedure is intended to provide an orderly protocol for handling disciplinary cases in accordance with the principles of due process and justice.