Student Affairs >Rules and Regulations

 

General Guidelines on Moral Code
Students of All Nations University College are guaranteed all rights, privileges and freedom granted to all citizens as outlined in the current Constitution of Ghana. In addition, students are entitled to an academic environment that is conducive to learning for individual growth.
In this regard,
• Each student of All Nations University College assumes responsibility for good conduct of law abiding citizens in the land.
• Students also accept that any breach of regulations regarding conduct as well as other College policies and rules, may lead to appropriate disciplinary actions, sanctions, and penalties, up to and including expulsion.
• Registration at the University College assumes the student’s acceptance of responsibility for compliance with all regulations on student conduct published in the Student Handbook, as well as any rules found in any official publication, and direction given by persons in authority. These regulations are meant to ensure a pleasant educational environment for all students of ANUC in particular, and the university community in general. Students who breach conduct regulations shall be disciplined, up to and including expulsion.

The University Disciplinary Committee
The University Disciplinary Committee (UDC) is responsible for investigating cases of misconduct, and recommending sanctions to the University authorities, vis-à-vis, the Management Committee and/or Academic board. The UDC is chaired by the Vice-President (Student Affairs). The modus operandi of the University Disciplinary Committee is as follows:
1. Membership: Individual constitution may differ depending on the nature of cases at hand. However, membership of the committee constitutes the following:
a. Heads of Department or their representatives
b. Representative from the Office of the Vice-President (Academic Affairs)
c. Chaplain or representative from the Chaplaincy
2. A student reports one or more issues / problems to the Office of the Vice-President (Student Affairs), which determines whether the matter should be referred to the UDC.
3. The Vice-President (Student Affairs) convenes a meeting of the UDC. Depending on the nature of the problem, this meeting may fall on a regularly scheduled meeting date, or might necessitate an emergency assembly.
4. The UDC invites all affected parties for statements and interviews
5. The UDC deliberates on all collated information, and decides on recommendations to the University Management Committee and Academic board.
6. The Academic board and Management Committee deliberate on the submission from the UDC, and decide on actions to be taken.

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Misconduct
The regulations on misconduct have been formulated to assist students to develop appropriate standards and attitudes with respect to the Vision, Mission, and operations of ANUC as a Christian institution.

Academic Dishonesty and Theft
This includes plagiarism and cheating related to any form of academic work. Academic dishonesty enables a student to compromise the validity of his/her academic work. These include but are not limited to the following:
• Providing false information in completing any form what-so-ever, or in any work submitted as an academic requirement without necessarily earning credit.
• Gaining unauthorized access to official University College materials associated with academic work, tests, examinations, grades, admissions, payment etc.
• Causing damage to any item in the library, labs, offices, database, and property through unauthorized and malicious removal of material.
• Falsehood with respect to the acquisition and use of Student Identification Card, identification number or system, for example, obtaining student identification card under false pretences.
Additionally, there will be a substantial cost associated with replacement of Identification Cards.
• Malicious misuse or abuse of computer and electronic facilities and services.

 

Making False Statements
This relates to making a false statement at any disciplinary hearing at either the College level or at a student hearing.

Misuse of Student Activities Fund
Every member of the University College community is required to develop responsible and exemplary Christian accountability, and must therefore be honest with funds and monies entrusted
to their care. This implies that the management of funds from University and student activities must follow guidelines set by the University College and the Student body. All Students Representative Council (SRC) members and other appointed financial custodians, will be held responsible for any
misappropriation of funds.

Dealings in Controlled Substances
It is an offence for a student to cultivate, possess, use or peddle narcotics and other drugs (controlled substances) as stipulated by the Drugs and Pharmacy Act, 1961 (Act 64). All Nations University College prohibits:
a. The possession, manufacture, distribution, dispensation, or use of illegal drugs
b. The unlawful use, possession, or distribution of alcohol or controlled substances.

Alcohol Abuse
Alcohol abuse and / or drunkenness and disorderly behaviour on campus and outside the campus constitute a serious breach of discipline. It is considered as bringing the University College into disrepute. No student shall be under the influence of alcohol, hard drugs and other such stimulants during lectures, games, competitions and other activities endorsed by the University College.

A Student who has any smell of alcohol on his/her breath, coupled with slurred speech and combative conduct, will be asked to leave the campus immediately, and will be subject to discipline upon his/her return.
If a student persists in drinking and disorderly behavior he/she shall be dismissed from the University College.

Smoking
Smoking of cigarettes and other controlled substances is forbidden on campus and hostels and any other university facilities.

Occultism
All Nations University College is founded on a sound biblical belief and does not tolerate acts of occultism. Students who engage in occultism will be automatically dismissed.

Criminal Conduct
Criminal conduct covered by the Ghanaian Constitution is forbidden in and out of the All Nations University College premises. Such conduct includes but is not limited to assault, rape, robbery, kidnapping, and other violent acts. Students involved in such acts will be expelled from the University College and handed over to the appropriate authorities

 

General Decorum
Disgraceful behavior that will bring the national name of Ghana or the corporate name of All Nations University College into disrepute will not be tolerated. Such conduct includes but is not limited to misconduct in public places, insolence and rudeness to authority, or any other unethical conduct that reflects negatively on the University College or country in general. Such conduct will attract disciplinary measures up to and including expulsion.

 

Location of Misconduct
All misconduct is banned on all University College property, at any location where employees or students are conducting university-related business or activities, when using University College vehicles, when using private vehicles on university business or while conducting university activities.

Other Misconduct
Since the scope of misconduct can be infinitesimally wide, other misconduct that is not mentioned in this book, and which is determined by the Disciplinary Committee as such, is punishable. Such misconduct will be considered on a case by case basis.

 

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Disruption of Campus Life

 

Noise
To maintain a suitable academic environment it is desirable that the campus be kept as quiet as possible. Students shall not make undue noise on the campus. Students who intend to engage in noisy activity must obtain permission from the VP Student Affairs or Registrar to allow such permitted functions to take place. Radios, stereophonic and musical instruments must be used quietly. Privileges will be withdrawn from students who exhibit disrespectful use of sound equipment.
Students and staff must abstain from noise and loudness in classrooms, hallways, staircases, and anywhere on campus. Quietness must be maintained to uphold the seriousness of our academic and research environment.

Demonstrations/Rallies
Demonstrations, rallies, processions etc. by students, either on or off-campus may take place only with permission of the University College authorities and of the Ghana Police Service.
Students who intend to engage in peaceful demonstrations or rallies must first obtain permission from the University College, and must then obtain subsequent permission from the Police.
Permission must be sought from the V. P. – Student Affairs or Registrar in writing at least 48 hours before the action is due to commence. The application shall state the purpose of the demonstration/rally, etc., the name(s) of the organizer(s), the organizing body and the location, time, and duration of the activity.

Student Representative Council leaders shall be charged for all damages and acts of vandalism that occur during student demonstrations. Therefore in organizing a demonstration, rally, or procession, the organizers implicitly and explicitly accept responsibilities for any damages or disciplinary issues that arise.
Demonstrations, rallies, processions, and similar collective student gatherings, shall be held at the place or places approved by the Authorities and all route marches shall avoid obstructing the flow of traffic and the movement of pedestrians in the designated areas.

During demonstrations, rallies, procession etc. by students, nothing shall be done or said that may provoke violence. Organizers and participants of demonstrations, rallies and processions etc shall be held jointly and severally responsible for any act of violence, destruction and breach of University College rules and regulations that occur during such demonstrations.
Students should note that despite permission granted by the University College for legal demonstrations, the University College still will not compromise its position vis-à-vis the object of
the action. For example, the University will still stand by its Dress Code even if students conduct legal demonstrations against dress code.

 

Demonstrations held or planned to be held with the intention of vandalizing the University College property shall not be condoned. Guilty students will face disciplinary action, and penalties up to and including expulsion from the University College.

Degrading the Surroundings
An unclean environment does not contribute positively to good living. Such an environment can disrupt campus life through its contribution to sickness. Thus, anything done by a student which
makes the environment unhealthy is not acceptable. A student may loose his/her residential status at an ANUC approved hostel after repeated warnings.

Damage, Modification, and Displacement of University College Property

Willful destruction of any property belonging to the University College shall not be tolerated, and any student involved in such an act shall be required to repair or replace the property so damaged and shall be charged.
Students shall not make any attachments whatsoever to any property, furniture or fittings of any kind, and/or transfer any movable property from any part of the buildings of the University College to another part without prior written permission from appropriate authority. Students shall not interfere with the electrical installations in their rooms or in any part of the University College.
Students found destroying posted literature, removal of same, and or defacing of such will be disciplined up to and including expulsion.

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Personal Appearance and Dress Guidelines

The first guiding principle about appearance and dressing is that students are required to dress in a manner that reflects the sacred purpose of Christian education which is represented in the Vision and Mission of All Nations University College.
Students are expected to portray the principles of God’s Kingdom through decent personal appearance and dressing, thereby enhancing the impact of All Nations University College.
Students must observe the simple rule that there is appropriate dressing for each occasion and place. Dressing for any activity on or off campus must be decent and in such a manner as to earn
the individual respect from those around.

General Appearance Guidelines
Students of ANUC must exhibit:
i. Intelligent and deliberate selection of fashion, by wearing decent and appropriate clothing for each
occasion.
ii. Christian dignity and simplicity by avoiding carelessness, untidiness and the opposite extreme of showiness, or extravagance.
iii. Ability to select presentable, durable work clothes for physical work, modest casual attire for recreational purposes, and business / formal clothing for campus lectures, library, laboratory, offices, worship, and other formal occasions.
iv. Ability to provide the opportunity for others to appreciate oneself, as an entire person, without drawing negative or disapproving attention to one’s body or person through dress or grooming,
especially in a sensuous manner.
v. Ability to demonstrate self-respect, dignity, a sense of mission, and good grooming, without excessive adornments, expensive jewelry, cosmetics, facial make-up, or other such aesthetics or accessories.
vi. A flair for selecting clothing and hairstyle which express a God-given appreciation for good taste,
beauty, creativity and harmony, reflecting an inner freshness of the spirit.

Ladies’ Appearance and Dressing
Ladies’ dressing should conform at all times to the general guidelines and regulations stated above. To guide ladies in meeting this requirement, the following specifications are provided:

Skirts and blouses, sweaters and shirts, or other formal combination may be worn to campus lectures, the library, laboratory, offices and worship provided they comply with the regulations.
• Acceptable dress for Church services and other more formal public occasions may consist of either national or European costume that do not violate the guidelines outlined below.

The following specific regulations apply at all times to all dresses worn on campus:
1. Skirts/dresses must be long enough to cover knees, including side and back slits.
2. Transparent, sheer, sleeveless, bare-back or tight-fitting blouses and sweaters are not allowed. Also, tight-fitting skirts and pants (slacks) are not permitted.
3. Dresses with low neckline or dresses that do not fully cover the breasts, the belly and armpits are
not permitted.
4. A business suit with trousers may be worn (Trousers with blouses/sweaters are not permitted if they are not worn with matching blazers)
5. Jean trousers are strictly prohibited.
6. Shorts, slacks and similar attire are not allowed.
7. However, properly fitting slacks (not skin tight) may be worn for outdoor recreational occasions, such as hiking, physical education, community service, etc. The hair shall be well groomed at all times.
9. Ladies are not to wear open shoulder dresses to church, shoulders and chest must be covered.

 

Gentlemen’s Appearance and Dressing
1. Men’s dressing to lectures, the library, laboratory and offices should consist of trousers, shirts and tie.
2. Dressing for Church services or special formal occasions may be either national or European style, provided that the costume complies with the principles set forth in the general regulations.
(Shirt-tails should be tucked in slacks and a tie must be worn, suits are preferable but not demanded)
3. Men are not to wear earrings,
4. Perming, relaxing, hair-braiding, pressing or use of unnatural hair colour is not allowed
5. Gentlemen’s hair must be cut flat close to the scalp (as a general rule, hair must not be longer than 1mm) Hair must be brushed/ combed daily.
6. Jean trousers are strictly prohibited
7. Wearing of trousers lower than waist level is prohibited

General Guidelines
1. Noisy shoes and shoes that damage the floor are not permitted in the library or lecture rooms or office areas.

Persons who will be on the platform in any public meeting should dress in decent attire.
3. Evening and weekend students are to abide by the same dress code.

Penalty for Non-Compliance to Dress Code
• First violation: the student will admit having violated the dress code by signing the ‘dress code violation form’ which will go to his/her file.
• Second violation: same as first violation but accompanied with a warning letter which goes to the students’ file.
• Third violation: two weeks suspension.
• Fourth violation: suspension for one semester upon which the student has to re-apply, go through an interview and satisfy the panel prior to being admitted.

 

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Conflict Resolution

Harassment
All Nations University is committed to protecting both its staff and students from harassment. This means that harassment of students by staff, and vice-versa, will not be tolerated. Any student or staff who has reasons to believe that he or she is being harassed by another member of the University
Community, must report such harassment to the Vice-President (Student Affairs) for investigation and action.

 

Appeals and Arbitration
Student Appeals
• Every student is expected to use officially approved channels of communication and to follow laid-down procedures to resolve all grievances.
• For the presentation of formal petitions, resolutions, protests, and other grievances, the residence of any member of staff is out of bounds. All such formal negotiation should take place in the office(s) of those concerned.
• In all matters of negotiation, the University College Administration will meet only the accredited representatives of the SRC and the agreement is deemed to be administratively binding on both sides.
• The appeal levels are as follows:
1. Students’ Representative Council
2. Vice-President (Student Affairs)
3. Academic board
4. Management Committee
5. President
6. Chancellor
• If a matter is not resolved at one level, the plaintiff may appeal to the next appropriate higher level. If
an appeal is received at one level, the Chairperson at that level may decide to examine the matter, or refer it to a previously unvisited lower level, or to a higher level.
The University Chancellor constitutes the level of highest authority, and has binding arbitration
rights.

 

Binding Arbitration
If a matter is not resolved by the University Administration, a member of the University community may choose to take a grievance to the Chancellor, before the matter is taken to the public domain. The Students’ Representative Council may also seek arbitration from the Chancellor, having exhausted all other avenues available from the Administration.
The Chancellor is the sole arbiter of such cases, and shall consider all appeals. The Chancellor’s decision shall be binding on the administration as well as the student body. This does not mean that the administration will always be right. but we must trust the age and experience of the Chancellor.

 

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