Academic Catalog 2018

Immunizations: Virginia Law (Code of Virginia, Section 23-7.5) requires full-time college students to submit health history information and documentation of required immunizations. In keeping with these guidelines, Bluefield College requires each student to submit these forms before registration. See the Student Handbook for a list of required immunizations. General Information: Immunizations and health screenings are available through services provided by the Tazewell County Health Department. There is a minimal fee for some immunizations and health screenings. Bluefield Regional Medical Center is one mile from the campus and may be utilized for care of serious illnesses or surgery. A physician is on duty 24 hours a day in the Bluefield Regional Medical Center Emergency Room for after-hour emergencies. Resident students needing care after hours should contact the RHD or RA on duty. Students may obtain first-aid treatment and/or referral to local physicians through the Office of Student Development. Students are responsible for all expenses incurred at the doctor’s office or hospital. PARKING The Office of Student Development coordinates the College’s parking program. All vehicles must be registered and must display a valid parking permit while on campus. Parking permits are available in the Office of Student Development. Students violating parking policies or posted campus speed limit will be subject to ticketing. Fines must be paid prior to registration for the next semester. INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICIES AND PROCEDURES General Policy for Students Attending Classes on the Main Campus in Bluefield The decision to delay or cancel classes is based on two primary factors: 1) current weather/road conditions, and 2) anticipated changes in weather/road conditions. When classes are cancelled or delayed, the decision is based on what seems best for the majority of students. Weather and road conditions can vary from county to county and even within coun- ties. In the event of inclement weather, one of two options may be invoked: 1) Inclement Weather Schedule (Two-Hour Delay), or 2) Classes Cancelled/Closed. 1. Inclement Weather Schedule (Two-Hour Delay) The inclement weather schedule (reported in the media as “Inclement Weather” or “Two-hour delay”) defers the start of classes until 10:00 am. Students and faculty MWF classes TT classes Scheduled time Delay time Scheduled time Delay time 8:00 10:00 8:00 10:00-10:50 9:00 11:00 9:30 11:00-11:50 11:00 12:00 11:00 12:00-12:50 12:00 1:00 afternoon regular time 1:00 2:00 evening classes regular time 2:00 3:00 3:00 4:00

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