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4 . The new advisor must attend a Student Organization Officer & Advisor Training . This link can also be found on Cougar Connect under the “ Campus Links ’ section . All advisors must complete the training to serve as an advisor of a student organization
Student Organization Conduct
The primary student organization advisor serves as the organizational risk manager . It is the Advisor ' s responsibility to be knowledgeable of and enforce the following :
• Student Code of Conduct within the Student Handbook
• Board Policies Regarding Student Organizations
• State and Local Policies
There are times that student organizations may violate some policies . Most of them are relatively minor and can be corrected by an informal conversation between the student organization leader ( s ) and an Assistant Director in Student Engagement .
However , there are times when significant policy violations may occur related to risk management , substance use , and state or local laws that have to be handled through a more formal process . Student Engagement will determine next steps if a student organization has breached conduct , from investigating the violation to mandating sanctions . We will then inform you , as their advisor , of the process . See “ Student Organization Accountability Process ” for additional information . If a conduct violation occurs and an individual student is responsible , the student will follow the conduct procedure within the Dean of Students ’ office .
Risk Management
When you agree to be a student organization advisor , you assume
Definition : Assessing , minimizing , and preventing accidental loss through the use of safety measures . the role of the Organizational Risk Manager . Minimize risk by being familiar with Collin College policies , staying informed of organization activities , and using good judgment
Types of Risk
• Liability
• Safety
• Reputation
Your
Responsibility 1 . Be aware of and interpret Collin College policies and regulations as they affect student organizations . 2 . Anticipate risks from any decisions or situations . 3 . Discuss opportunities to minimize risk with organization officers or members . 4 . Prevent accidental loss through the use of safety measures .
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