Darton State College 2015-2016 Catalog

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Medical Laboratory Technology Degree Program – Classes are offered at two off-campus
sites: Rome and Waycross. Some travel to clinical sites may be required to complete the
program. Admission and all other requirements for the off-campus programs are the same
as they are for the main campus. Additional information may be obtained on the Darton State
College web site or by calling the Health Sciences Division
(229) 317-6900.
Nursing Degree Program - Darton State College offers its two-year nursing degree
program in Cordele, Sandersville, Swainsboro, and Thomasville in addition to the Albany
Campus. The four-year nursing degree program is currently offered online in Albany. Some
travel to Albany and clinical sites may be required to complete the program. Admission and
all other requirements for the off-campus programs are the same as they are for the main
campus. Additional information may be obtained on the Darton State College web site
or by calling the Nursing Division (229) 317-6820.
CAMPUS DISRUPTIONS
Students should note their Student Handbook concerning the disruption of instruction or
operations of the College. The handbook defines what is considered disruptive behavior and
explains the consequences that result.
College policy prohibits pets or unenrolled or unauthorized persons access to the
classrooms or any other service areas of the college unless specifically authorized by the
instructor or person in charge of the activity area. This restriction on persons does not apply
to special functions. Family members and friends are always welcome at public activities on
campus.
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY
The Darton Police Department provides 24 hour police patrol. All Darton State College
Officers are sworn Georgia Law Enforcement Officers. They have the same police authority
as any officer in your local police department. The safety and well-being of our students,
faculty, staff and visitors is always our primary concern. We are located on the second floor
of C-Building, office 208. Office Hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. The
telephone number is 229-317-6316 or 229-317-6315. The campus police cell phone number
is 344-2029 or 376-2700. The emergency phone number is 317-6911. Darton also employs
the services of Dynamic Security. Crime Statistics Disclosed in an Annual Report – The
Darton Police Department keeps statistical information on crimes as well as any other
misdemeanors and felonies that occur on campus. A “College Campus Security Report” is
distributed annually and includes crime statistics for the most current year as well as statistics
for the three (3) preceding years. These reports are distributed via email to all faculty/staff
and students and flyers are available at the Darton Police Department.
Statistics will be reported on this site for Darton State College and the satellite campus in
Cordele.
Daily Crime Logs – Daily crime logs are open to public inspection within two (2) business
days of report except where prohibited by law or disclosure jeopardizes victim’s
confidentiality. Logs may be requested at the office of the Darton State College Department
of Public Safety Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
All crimes reported to the Darton Police will be listed in the daily crime Log. Logs remain
open for sixty (60) days.
The Darton Police may withhold information from the crime log when there is clear and
convincing evidence that the release of the information would jeopardize an ongoing criminal
investigation or the safety of an individual. In cases where there is clear and convincing
evidence to withhold information, the information will be disclosed when the adverse effect
no longer exists.
Timely Reports to the Campus Community on Crimes Considered to be a Threat to
those on Campus - In the event that a situation arises, either on or off campus, that, in the
judgment of the Chief of Police, constitutes an ongoing or continuing threat, a campus wide
“timely warning” will be issued.