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Division of Student Development
2 East South Street
Galesburg, IL 61401
Fax: 309-341-7077
The Student Handbook is maintained by Division of Student Development and contains information about College policies, rule, regulations and procedures as well as information related to resources, activities, organizations, and standards governing life on campus. It is the student's responsibility to know, to understand, and to follow the policies and procedures explained in the Student Handbook. This is not a contract and may be changed at any time.
Each student will receive an email with instuctions on how to locate the information contained on the Student Handbook Web page on the Knox College website at the start of each academic year.
Our Mission
The Knox college statement of mission explains the college's philosophy on curriculum, learning environment, residential living, and the Knox community.
Student Code of Conduct
Knox College strives to maintain a community that values academic excellence, social responsibility, and social justice.
Community Living Standards
Students are expected to familiarize themselves and comply with the Housing Agreement and all policies outlined in the Student Code of Conduct.
Acceptable Use Policies
Knox College Policy on Acceptable Use of Information Technology Resources
Title IX Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct
Knox College affirms its commitment to create and maintain an environment free from acts of sex discrimination and sexual harassment and to foster within that environment respect for the dignity of all members of the community.
Discrimination & Harassment
Consistent with Knox College's historical commitment to inclusivity, the College today aims to create a campus that is welcoming for all students, staff, and faculty and a climate that is safe, respectful, and free from all forms of bias.
Student Grievance Procedures
The purpose of this procedure is to establish a process for students to express and resolve misunderstandings, concerns, or grievances that they have with any College employee in a prompt, fair, and equitable manner.
Student Activities Resources
We'll help you take care of your basic needs so you can focus your energy on learning.
Statement on Romantic or Sexual Relationships Between Students and Knox College Employees
No faculty or staff member shall enter into a romantic, dating, or sexual relationship with a currently enrolled Knox College student.
Annual Security and Fire Safety Report
The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report provides information required by the Clery Act which includes, but is not limited to, an overview of law enforcement relationships with the Department of Campus Safety, various crime and fire safety policies/ procedures, emergency response/notification procedures, and protocols for missing persons.
Missing Student
Information on steps to take if you suspect a student of missing.
Media Policy
Staff and students working in Communications may take photos and audio or video recordings to be used on the Knox College website and other digital communications, in print publications, and for publicity purposes.
The Knox College Honor System
The Honor Code has been an integral part of life at Knox College since 1951, when the student body initiated the introduction of a system of academic integrity.
Campus Life
The Campus Life Office promotes the importance of being a member of a vital, diverse residential community by providing as many different housing options as possible.
Dining Services
Knox College Dining offers a variety of food venues for our students and the Knox community.
Health and Counseling Services
Knox College provides all students with basic health care and confidential counseling services on-campus at Health and Counseling Services.
Campus Safety Services
The Department of Campus Safety provides service to the campus on a 24-hour, seven day per week schedule.
Community Service
The Kleine Center for Community Service manages a wide range of engagement opportunities, including volunteer service, charitable activities, and community-based learning designed for the students, faculty, and staff of Knox College.
Registrar
The Office of the Registrar can help with course schedules, ordering transcripts, the academic calendar, and final exam schedules.
Center for Teaching and Learning
The Center for Teaching and Learning is a tremendous academic resource for all Knox students. Its mission is clear: to invigorate learning and to help students optimize their educational experiences.
TRIO Achievement Program
The mission of the TRIO Achievement Program is to provide participants personalized support and comprehensive programming to promote academic success, personal growth, and a meaningful sense of community.
Bookstore
The Knox College Bookstore simplifies the textbook process for students while providing them with a variety of physical and digital textbook formats.
Libraries at Knox
Find us in Seymour Library or schedule an appointment to meet with a librarian.
Audio-Visual Services
Get help with AV Services.
Computer and Telecommunications Center
Information about Knox College Information Technology Services.
Bike Shop and Bike Share
Bicycles are a welcome addition to the Knox College campus, from our short and long-term bike share to encouraging the community to use this healthy alternative transportation source.
Share Shop
Suggestions for on-campus waste reduction for the Knox Community
Bicycle Information: Registration, Parking and Storage
All bicycles on the Knox campus must be registered at the Campus Safety office
Television
Knox College provides Xfinity on Campus streaming television service to all students in on campus housing at no charge.
Telephone
Knox College telephone services.
Postal Services
Postal Services handles all incoming and outgoing mail via U.S. Mail and standard shipping services, special shipping requests, and maintains all student and faculty campus mailboxes.
Financial Aid
We offer a wide variety of need-based financial aid to help you cover your college tuition and expenses, and we're here to guide you through the financial aid process.
Business Office
The Business Office processes, records, maintains, and reports in a timely manner, the financial transactions of Knox College to internal and external users while complying with applicable statutes, rules, and governing regulations.
Shuttle Service
Knox College offers shuttle service at the beginning and end of each term for students flying into or out of Quad City International Airport in Moline, Illinois, or Greater Peoria Regional Airport.
Handshake
Helps students apply for on-campus student employment; gain valuable experience; explore and choose careers; and connect with alumni, employers, and graduate programs.
https://www.knox.edu/offices/student-development/knox-college-student-handbook
Printed on Saturday, December 21, 2024