WAC 132U-120-260   Purpose.  The purpose of this procedure is to:

     • Protect each student's freedom of expression in the learning environment;

     • Protect each student from improper, arbitrary or capricious academic evaluations (grades) or actions made by an instructor;

     • Offer each student reasonable protection against arbitrary or capricious actions taken by college officials;

     • Provide a mechanism for students to express concerns in an effort to improve the learning environment.

     The emphasis of this procedure is on informal resolution of the complaint. Most differences are best resolved by direct, courteous, and respectful communication. Formal complaints, which involve hearings before the student rights and responsibilities committee, should be rare.



[Statutory Authority: RCW 28B.50.130 and 28B.50.140. 03-01-072, § 132U-120-260, filed 12/12/02, effective 1/12/03; 88-15-005 (Order 88-03), § 132U-120-260, filed 7/8/88.]