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Following the appeal discussion and decision, the
Academic Grievance Committee chairman will
provide a written response to the student outlining
the decision. An appeal of the grievance commit-
tee’s decision may be made to the academic
dean only if there is evidence that the grievance
procedures were not followed, new evidence has
surfaced or inappropriate or disproportionate con-
sequences were imposed. This written appeal
must be presented to the academic dean within
three days of receipt of the written Grievance
Committee decision. A decision rendered by the
dean shall be considered final.
A student has the right to register a complaint
with the university president and/or the provost
and then, if still deemed necessary, to accrediting
agencies (e.g., ABHE, SACS) to whom CIU main-
tains accountability.
*In the Seminary & School of Ministry, the student’s faculty
advisor carries out the responsibilities of the program director
that are described in this document.
General Grievance Procedures
Step 1:
Following the Matthew 18 principle, if a student
has a concern about a non-academic matter (e.g.
an issue with the business office, security, food
service), the student should discuss the matter
with the individual or office involved. If a student
believes Step 1 is untenable or inappropriate given
the situation, the student may proceed to Step 2.
This grievance procedure should not be followed
in the case of a disciplinary appeal. Please refer to
the appeal process in the student handbook.
After a discussion with the individual or office
involved, if the student feels that one of the fol-
lowing reasons applies, Step 2 of this process
may be taken:
•
The decision rendered was not supported by
sufficient evidence.
•
The consequence is more severe than called for
by the situation.
•
A stated university policy has been misapplied.
•
Discrimination.
Step 2:
Once a student has addressed the individual or
office involved, the student may direct a letter of
appeal to the next appropriate individual office.
Please see Student Life for the appropriate con-
tact person regarding an appeal.
Step 3:
Student grievances or complaints about university
procedures may be referred to the Student
Senate for its consideration. The Student Senate
(executive officers and presidents/leaders of all
student organizations) represents all CIU students
and can make recommendations to the CIU office
involved. If this response still does not resolve the
issue, or if the Student Senate is not the appropri-
ate venue for the grievance, the appeal may con-
tinue through the following process in order:
Dean of Student Life, ext. 5234 (Student Center)
Provost, ext. 5039 (Administration Building)
President, ext. 5039 (Administration Building)
Student Services
Athletics/Physical Fitness
Since we seek to train and develop the whole
person, physical fitness is a key aspect of the
overall program. Students are encouraged to
develop healthy habits in the areas of sleep, diet
and exercise. The university is developing an
intercollegiate athletic program which will begin in
the Fall of 2012. Facilities, equipment, organized
intramural team sports and fitness and nutritional
information are available to assist students in
achieving and maintaining a viable fitness pro-
gram.
Career Services
The Career Services Office provides a range of
services to assist students with their career and
employment needs. The office maintains a pass-
word-protected job database with current listings
for on- and off-campus jobs. There are usually
numerous campus jobs available in various
departments, some requiring little or no experi-
ence and some needing more skill and ability.
Part-time and full-time off-campus positions are
available in churches, educational institutions,
mission agencies, parachurch organizations and
in the marketplace, locally, nationally and world-
wide. Through personalized assistance, students
receive guidance in conducting a job search, self-
assessment, resume and cover letter writing and
interviewing.