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Facilities
Other Resources
Reporting Classroom Needs
BRCC is committed to ensuring that students are provided with a physical environment conducive to learning. Each classroom is provided with resources to assist faculty members. If a faculty member has a classroom need, please complete the on-line Help Desk form.
Campus Department of Public Safety
BRCC makes every effort to provide a safe and secure environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors to the college. BRCC’s public safety officers are empowered to enforce all federal, state, and local laws, and all college policies.
BRCC Police authority is derived from Section 17:1805 of the Louisiana Revised Statutes. The Baton Rouge Community College Department of Public Safety employs commissioned police officers along with non-commissioned support staff. Crimes should be reported to BRCC’s Department of Public Safety to ensure inclusion in annual crime statistics and to aid in providing timely warnings to the community when appropriate.
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires colleges/universities across the United States to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Students, employees, and others can obtain a copy of the publication by contacting the BRCC Department of Public Safety or by visiting the BRCC Web site at www.mybrcc.edu.
Pursuant to the Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act, the BRCC Department of Public Safety receives and maintains information on sex offenders who are enrolled, employed, or volunteering on campus. This information can be obtained by contacting the BRCC Department of Public Safety.
Regular patrols and other law enforcement services are provided by the BRCC Department of Public Safety. To call for assistance, use the Red Phones located inside the buildings and/or classrooms or the Campus Emergency Boxes located outside the buildings. The red phones automatically dial the emergency number when the receiver is lifted. To use the Emergency Call Boxes, push the button and wait for an officer to respond.
Department personnel provide security for special events/functions held at the campus. To maintain traffic flow and crowd control, on-duty officers will also respond to requests for assistance from owners whose vehicles are on campus property. However, safety officers cannot change tires or unlock vehicles due to the mandates of BRCC’s insurance carrier.
Crime Reporting and Campus Emergencies
Faculty are encouraged to immediately report incidences of criminal activity, serious illness, or injury to the Department of Public Safety. Incidents include, but are not limited to, vandalism, theft, automobile accidents, and break-ins.
Emergency Telephone Number
225.216.8888
BRCC Department of Public Safety
225.216.8001
Report Suspicious Activity
216.8001
Lost and Found
The Department of Public Safety is a repository for lost and found items. All items turned over to the office are documented and inventoried for accurate return.
Parking
Faculty must obtain a Parking Permit within the first week of classes each semester, unless the individual already has a current permit. Applicants must provide vehicle registration and driver’s license information. The Parking Permit must be displayed at all times. A parking citation is issued if a vehicle is observed to be in violation of any parking regulations. Parking or driving on lawns, sidewalks, grass, fire zones, loading zones or anywhere that hinders the free movement of traffic is strictly prohibited.
Parking in “Handicapped” only spaces requires a valid government issued handicap parking permit and an identification card issued by the Louisiana Office of Motor Vehicle. The BRCC Department of Public Safety issues temporary medical permits for a maximum period of 15 days to those who require short- term medical parking. Medical documentation confirming the medical condition must be presented at the time of application.
Inclement Weather/School Closures
In the event that the school must be closed during normal hours of operation, the Office of the Chancellor will issue an official statement via campus email, the intranet and/or public media.
Information Technology (IT) Helpdesk
The Office of Information Technology offers a variety of training opportunities related to technology initiatives at the college. Training is provided for the college’s standard software, administrative systems, internet-related technologies, and other hardware and software.
For additional information about training opportunities, please contact Information Technology.
Procedure for Development and Review of New Policies
All Faculty and Staff members may recommend that a policy be developed. The proposer will submit a written request for policy development to the Office of Academic Affairs. The Provost/Vice Chancellor for Workforce and Student Development will determine the appropriate group or individual to author the policy. The PVCWSD will also be responsible for the following:
- Determine the need for policy by reviewing existing policies for similarities and identifying issues that may impact development.
- Determine the appropriate body to author the policy.
- Draft the policy statement, seeking input from the appropriate communities of practice (i.e. Deans’ Council, Faculty Senate, affected departments). A committee may consist of the author of the policy, potential users of the policy, and individuals affected by the policy.
- Review the suggested policy idea to ensure that it satisfies the following criteria:
- Governs principles that mandate or constrain actions
- Has institution-wide application
- Changes infrequently and sets course for future
- Ensures compliance, enhances the mission, and reduces institutional risk
- Gain approval for the policy through the executive committee.
- Ensure that all policies will be reviewed every three years.
Economic Development
The Division of Economic Development and Workforce Solutions offer a variety of teaching and learning opportunities for diverse populations. Some opportunities provided include:
- Continuing Education Units (CEUs) to maintain professional certifications
- Continuing Education for professional development
- Preparatory courses for industry-based certifications
- Courses offering updated/upgraded working skills
- Contract training for industry to satisfy regulatory requirements, improve working conditions, and increase production
- Life-long learning and educational enrichment programs
- Youth programs
- Computer software training programs, based on current technology.
- Online training for students with atypical work schedules, transportation problems, or those serving in the military
- High demand craft training in the Region
- Allied Health training
- Adult Basic Education
- Information technology
- Workplace pre-employment testing
- Workplace pre-employment work ready boot camps
New classes start at various times during the academic year. Programs and courses vary from short-term to long-term. Economic Development instructors are college faculty and professionals from the community chosen for their knowledge, expertise, and experience in their fields.
Grant Writing
Faculty interested in writing a grant proposal should follow the guidelines in the Grant Resource Center Policies and Procedures Manual which is available through the faculty and staff intranet.
Other Resources
Faculty may find the resources available on the Employee Resources website helpful.
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