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1 FACULTY HANDBOOK 2016-2017 Academic Year Note: In addition to FACULTY information, the 2016-2017 FACULTY HANDBOOK now includes information previously found in the Adjunct FACULTY HANDBOOK . Nothing herein shall be interpreted as creating any right or benefit not duly authorized as provided by law, or which is contrary to any law, policy, rule or regulation of the Commonwealth of Virginia or of the State Board for community Colleges. Nothing herein shall be interpreted as restricting the authority of the State Board for community Colleges conferred by the Virginia General Assembly. STATEMENT OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION It is the policy of Northern Virginia community college (NOVA) to maintain and promote equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, marital status, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, political affiliation, or against otherwise qualified persons with disabilities.

2 The policy permits appropriate employment preferences for veterans and specifically prohibits discrimination against veterans. Inquiries concerning affirmative action and equal opportunity policies should be addressed to Therman Coles at or OF CONTENTS Introduction .. 1-1 Functions, Duties, and Responsibilities .. 2-1 Instructional Policies and Procedures .. 3-1 Student Services Policies and Procedures .. 4-1 Fiscal and Administrative Services Policies and Procedures .. 5-1 Personnel Policies and Procedures .. 6-1 General Policies and Procedures .. 7-1 APPENDICES Appendix (i) (Deleted) Appendix (ii) Hiring Procedures .. (ii)-1 Appendix (iii) International Travel Policy and Procedures for FACULTY and Staff .. (iii)-1 Appendix A Functions and Duties of college Personnel.

3 A-1 Appendix B Policy for Original and Continuing Appointments, FACULTY Grievance Procedure, and FACULTY Sanctions .. B-1 Appendix C Minimum Academic Preparation of FACULTY .. C-1 Appendix D (Deleted) Appendix E Request for FACULTY Substitute E-1 Appendix F (Deleted) Appendix G (Deleted) Appendix H NVCC Constitution and Bylaws of the college Forum .. H-1 Appendix I Release Agreement .. I-1 Appendix J college s Evaluation Plan .. J-1 Appendix K Policies for Distance Education and Hybrid Classes .. K-1 Appendix L Parking Rules and Regulations/Parking Permits .. L-1 Appendix M FACULTY Promotion Recommendation Form and Request for Review of Credentials for Promotion Form .. M-1 Appendix N Adjunct FACULTY Evaluation and Forms .. N-1 Appendix O (Deleted) Appendix P FACULTY Personnel Record Update Form.

4 P-1 Appendix Q Educational Aid Request Form and Sabbatical Leave Request Form .. Q-1 Appendix R Proposal for New FACULTY Appointment (Full-Time) Form .. R-1 Appendix S Nomination for the Rank of Professor Emeritus Form .. S-1 Appendix T Student Assumption of Risk Certificate Form .. T-1 Appendix U Child Support Enforcement Form .. U-1 Appendix V Adjunct FACULTY Personnel File Check List V-1 Appendix W FACULTY Reassigned Time Form .. W-1 Appendix X Employment Check List X-1 Appendix Y FACULTY Applicant Referral Form .. Y-1 Appendix Z VCCS Information Technology Employee Ethics Agreement .. Z-1 Summary of Revisions .. SR-1 Section 1 Introduction 1-1 8/16 INTRODUCTION Foreword The purpose of this FACULTY HANDBOOK is to present those policies, procedures, and regulations of the Virginia community college System (VCCS) and the Northern Virginia community college (NVCC or NOVA) that are most likely to apply to members of the FACULTY .

5 Many of these are taken directly from the VCCS Policy Manual; others are summations or extensions of items in the manual; and the remaining are policies, procedures, and regulations designed specifically for the college . More detailed procedures may be found in the NOVA Administrative Services Procedures Manual. NOVA Mission, Vision, and Goals With commitment to the values of access, opportunity, student success, and excellence, the mission of Northern Virginia community college is to deliver world-class in-person and online post-secondary teaching, learning, and workforce development to ensure our region and the Commonwealth of Virginia have an educated population and globally competitive workforce. Our Vision. To be a learning-centered organization that promotes student success.

6 Our Goals: FACULTY and Staff: To provide a diverse, highly qualified, energetic, and dynamic FACULTY and staff dedicated to and enhancing student success. Resources and Environment: To develop and acquire adequate fiscal, capital, and community resources and to use these resources efficiently and effectively to provide the physical environment and tools necessary to assure student success. Support Services: To provide an array of quality support services that enhance student success. Instructional Program: To provide an instructional program that is accessible, affordable, and educationally sound that supports the needs of a diverse student body and enhances student success. Statement of Values Our Commitment: We at Northern Virginia community college are committed to our students, to our community , and to each other.

7 We are committed to excellence in education, take pride in our educational mission as a significant extension of the democratic tradition, and we remain true to the ideals and principles of that cherished tradition. The foundation of our institution is the unique diversity of educational experiences we provide for the community , shaped by our dedication to teaching and learning and to the values that we share. Section 1 Introduction 1-2 8/16 Our Shared Values: Opportunity with Excellence: We are committed to providing open access and promoting equality for all who seek to improve their lives. We are committed to offering a wide variety of programs and services within the means of all citizens and with each having its standards of excellence. We encourage our students to take advantage of opportunities and to achieve their potential in aesthetic and cultural enrichment, technical knowledge, personal growth, understanding of the basic academic disciplines, and recreational and avocational pursuits.

8 Responsiveness: We believe that the citizens of Northern Virginia, both individual and corporate, should help shape the programs, courses, and services of the college . We are committed to listening to the community and inviting its participation in shaping the programs and services of the college . We believe our worth as a community college is measured by the quality and timeliness of our response and service to the community . Comprehensive Educational Programs: We see learning as an end in itself, as the most practical means to a full life, and as essential to improve the quality of life of the individual. We value our comprehensive programs--liberal arts and sciences, career and technical education, continuing education, developmental education, specialized educational services, and student services--and hold all to be of equal distinction and prominence.

9 We believe each aspect of our comprehensive educational program has high value to those served; therefore, we advocate the offering of these comprehensive services alongside each other and in a unified educational setting. We are foremost an institution focused upon teaching--we are dedicated to teaching through varied approaches and to upholding innovation with free, open discussion of ideas and values. Caring Environment: We believe in the worth, dignity, and human potential of each individual who participates in the programs and services of the college . We recognize our responsibility to build and maintain a college environment which encourages all individuals to realize their potential and to provide the diverse learning support and growth opportunities each person needs to be successful.

10 We are committed to maintaining a caring environment for all those associated with the college students, FACULTY , staff, and the community in general. Section 1 Introduction 1-3 8/16 Public Trust and Responsibility: We are committed to individual and organizational performance which builds and maintains public trust and confidence. We hold ourselves accountable for attaining management, operational, and fiscal practices which are efficient and effective. We are committed to high ethical standards, assertive equal opportunity, and effective involvement in and support for local community activities and economic development. Strategic Vision 2015 November 29, 2004 the Northern Virginia community college Board approved the Strategic Vision 2015 Gateway to the American Dream [Rev.]