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The College adheres to various federal, state, and institutional policies and guidelines. Below are the key guidelines, policies, and regulations that govern the College.
Essex County College is a member of the Middle States Association (MSA) for accreditation. MSA activities are carried out through its Commission on Higher Education. The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) is a voluntary, non-governmental, peer-based membership organization dedicated to educational excellence and improvement through peer evaluation and accreditation. MSCHE reviews the performance of institutions periodically through on-site evaluation or other reports. Accreditation is continued as a result of periodic reviews and evaluations through assessment of institutional achievements. The peer-review process of Essex County College is conducted every 10 years to ensure full compliance with accreditation standards.
The State Board of Education adopts regulations to aid with implementation of portions of education law where specified. Education rules and regulations must adhere to the provisions of state education laws covered under New Jersey Statutes Annotated (N.J.S.A.) 18A and the New Jersey Administrative Code (N.J.A.C.) Title 9A. The Commissioner of Education has jurisdiction over matters that violate Title 18A or applicable administrative code.
Essex County College Board of Trustees is accountable to the citizens of Essex County and the State of New Jersey and is responsible for developing the policies governing the general conduct of affairs of the College. A copy of the Board of Trustees Policies is distributed to members of the Board upon appointment.
The Essex County College Board of Trustees is governed by the policies and procedures outlined in the Board Policy Manual.
College regulations are developed to exercise the authority vested in the College pursuant to N.J.S.A. Title 18A, N.J.A.C. Title 9A, and policies of the Board of Trustees. Section 4 of the College Regulations Manual contains regulations related to personnel matters.
It is the policy of Essex County College not to discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, liability for military service, or any other category protected by applicable law. This policy applies to all terms, conditions, and privileges of student recruitment/enrollment, staff employment and vocational opportunities.
Further, the College conforms to all federal and state statutes, executive orders, regulations, guidelines and amendments including but not limited to: New Jersey Law Against Discrimination; Title VI & VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964; Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972; Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973; Age Discrimination Act of 1975; and the Americans With Disabilities Act of 1990.
Inquiries or complaints may be addressed to:
Office Of Human ResourcesEssex County College303 University Avenue, Room 5114Newark, NJ 07102
p: (973)877-3085
f: (973)877-3409
e: [email protected]
Reporting Possible violations:Title IXKaren Bridgett, Title IX Coordinator/AAOAssociate Director, Department of Human Resourcesp: (973)-877-3461e: [email protected]
Essex County College is committed to the letter and spirit of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA is a federal anti-discrimination statute that is designed to remove barriers which prevent qualified individuals with disabilities from enjoying the same employment opportunities that are available to persons without disabilities. Essex County College will make every reasonable effort to accommodate special needs. Requests for accommodation due to medical disability must be supported by medical certification and should be referred to the Human Resources Department.
Reporting Possible violations:
504 CoordinatorPhyllis WalkerAssistant Director, Financial Aidp: (973) 877-3173e: [email protected]
On April 15, 2006, the Smoke-Free Air Act (P.L.2005, c.383) went into effect. This Act protects New Jersey residents at work and in public places from deadly secondhand smoke. The Act states that tobacco smoke constitutes a substantial health hazard, and therefore, it is clearly in the public interest to prohibit smoking in enclosed indoor places.
In accordance with the Smoke-Free Air Act, Essex County College prohibits smoking in academic, office and other campus buildings.
For more information about the Smoke-Free Air Act visit www.smokefree.nj.gov
The College also adheres to a number of other institutional policies. Click on the links below to view a description of these policies.
