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STUDENT HANDBOOK
2021-2022
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WE’RE GLAD YOU’RE HERE!
Cleary University, an independent, not-for-prot, private University, that delivers The
Cleary Business Arts
™
Education to create a dynamic and challenging business school
culture, deliberately designed to forge The Cleary Mind through the unique integration
of business, philosophy, and literacy curricula. Through active and engaged learning,
undergraduate and graduate students are challenged to achieve a level of excellence
that enables them to enter the business environment uniquely prepared to contribute as
critical thinkers, problem solvers, communicators, and organizational leaders.
Mission
To provide an intimate and inclusive, student-centered business education that instills
the values of The Cleary Mind in our community.
Vision
Inspiring students to dare to transform the status quo.
THE CLEARY MIND
Cleary University’s curricular philosophy ensures that every Cleary student graduates
with a unique educational advantage that enables them to enter the business environ-
ment uniquely prepared to contribute as a critical-thinker, problem-solver, communica-
tor, and organizational leader. This philosophical outcome is dened as The Cleary Mind.
The Cleary Business Arts Education is the curricular pathway to our collective outcome
for all Cleary graduates: practical inculcation of The Cleary Mind.
Values and Standards
At Cleary University, we value:
• Effective learning through the application of knowledge
• Constant focus on understanding and satisfying student and employer needs
• Continuous and systematic improvement of products, services, and processes
• Work as a source of learning, societal contribution, and self-dignity
• Innovation and opportunity as keys to advancement
• Responsible and ethical business practice and value exchange
• Dedicated staff, faculty, trustees, and other stakeholders
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CLEARY’S EIGHT ESSENTIAL LEARNING
OUTCOMES
At Cleary University, the Cleary Mind serves as an overarching framework across all learn-
ing experiences during a student’s tenure at Cleary and guided by a set of essential learn-
ing outcomes (ELOs) referred to as the eight attributes of the Cleary Mind.
The eight attributes of the cleary mind are:
1. Critical Thinking: the objective analysis and evaluation of an issue in order to form a
judgement
2. Problem Solving: the process of nding solutions to difcult or complex issues
3. Creative Thinking: Ways to look at and solve problems from different perspectives.
4. Communications: Imparting or exchanging of information, news, or knowledge
5. Persuasion: The action of selling someone to do or believe something
6. Entrepreneurship: A mindset of creative business generations and economic return at
any point in the economy
7. Leadership: The ability to lead people and organizations to a goal they/it would have not
otherwise attained
8. Ethics: Moral principles that govern behavior or the conducting of an activity
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Academic Policies
Please reference the Cleary University Catalog for full information on academic policies.
Faculty Expectation of Students
Faculty members have the expectation that students will take reasonable action to fulll
their duties and responsibilities in the academic program and in each class. More speci-
cally, faculty assume that students will:
• Treat the classroom (all formats) as a professional environment, and treat
students and faculty with respect.
• Adhere to the University Honor Code.
• Participate in class and submit all work on time.
• Adhere to class start times and end times (including breaks).
• Be accountable for their actions toward class members.
• Take ownership of their performance, both academic and behavioral.
• Abide by the instructor policies regarding use of technology (cell phones,
laptops, etc.) in the classroom.
• Notify the instructor in the event of an absence or other class related concerns.
Student Expectations of Faculty
The faculty of Cleary University strive to provide the highest level of service possible to
all students. To this end, it is reasonable for students to assume that faculty will:
• Provide a current, complete, and accurate class syllabus posted prior to the
class start.
• Include their name and contact information, specic requirements, and expecta-
tions for providing responses and assignment feedback.
• Answer email/forum posts within 48 hours.
• Participate actively in discussion forums (minimum of four posts per week).
• Grade all student work within ve business days of the due date, and provide
informative feedback, using rubrics and track-changes in MS Word.
• Use class time for meaningful, course-related activities.
• Arrive at least 15 minutes prior to the start of class.
• Provide reasonable assistance to students on an individual basis as may be nec-
essary and appropriate.
• Notify students in the event of an absence or emergency, and communicate the
plan with the class to make up the missed class session.
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• Dress in business or business casual attire.
• Note that students may follow a more relaxed dress code; however, they
can be required to adhere to a higher expectation on days they are doing
presentations.
• Submit grades through the Faculty Portal on time.
• Maintain class records for a minimum of sixteen weeks following the
completion of the class. Review class evaluations and give due consideration
to student feedback (available after the due date for submission of grades).
Faculty-Student Dispute Resolution Procedure
If either the student or the faculty member believes that a legitimate dispute or differ-
ence of opinion exists regarding a classroom issue other than grading, the following
procedures are established for use by either party. Student grade appeals are handled
under a different policy that can be found elsewhere within this handbook.
1. If a student or faculty member disagrees with the other’s actions, comments, conduct,
or decision (other than a nal course grade), the student or faculty member should rst
address his or her concern directly with the other party. Both parties are encouraged
to discuss any classroom-related or academic disputes with each other in person, by
phone, or by email. All parties are expected to treat each other with respect.
2. If, after discussion, the student or the faculty member still disagrees and the issue re-
mains unresolved, they may confer with the student’s academic advisor. The academic
advisor will take reasonable steps to assist in the resolution of the matter.
3. If, after consultation with the academic advisor, the student or faculty member believes
the issue or dispute has not been resolved satisfactorily, the student or faculty member
may submit a written and signed statement to the designated provost or dean. The
statement should present a brief description of the specic problem and the desired
outcome. The provost/dean will attempt to arrange a satisfactory resolution.
4. All disputes must comply with these procedural requirements. Anonymous complaints
will not be acted upon. The Grade Appeal Procedure is the process students use when
they want to appeal the nal course grade. Grade Appeal Procedure instructions and
forms are available via the Student Portal. The contact person for grade appeals is the
student’s academic advisor. Refer to the Grade Appeal Policy for additional details on
the process.
For further information on student concerns or complaints, please refer to the Student
Ombudsman section provided in the catalog.
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Academic Standing and Standards
Academic standing is an established set of standards and minimum expectations of stu-
dent performance to maintain eligibility as a student at Cleary University. Good standing
is dened as a cumulative and semester GPA of 2.0 or higher. An undergraduate student
who falls below a 2.0 cumulative GPA or a graduate student who falls below a 3.0 cu-
mulative GPA is below the academic standards of Cleary University. A student who falls
below minimum academic standards may compromise their eligibility to, among other
things, register for courses, live on campus, and receive institutional aid, including insti-
tutional aid refunds.
Academic Warning
The rst semester that an undergraduate student’s cumulative GPA is below 2.0 or a
graduate student’s is below 3.0, the student will be placed on academic warning. A
student who is placed on academic warning must meet with their advisor and create an
academic success plan. Students on academic warning will not be able to self-register for
classes, but may be able to get registered by their advisor.
A student who falls below minimum academic standards may compromise their eligibil-
ity to, among other things, register for courses, live on campus, and receive institutional
aid, including institutional aid refunds.
Academic Probation
A student who is placed on academic warning and who continues to fall below academic
standards (undergraduate cumulative GPA below 2.0 or graduate cumulative GPA below
3.0) the following semester will be placed on academic probation. Students on academ-
ic probation must meet with the Dean as well as with their advisor, and both the Dean
and the advisor must approve the student’s schedule. Students on academic probation
must also complete an academic success plan with their advisor. As part of the academic
success plan, the student and advisor will set an achievable goal for the student to re-
main on academic probation and to be positioned to achieve good academic standing.
The Dean must approve the academic success plan. Again, a student who falls below
minimum academic standards may compromise their eligibility to, among other things,
register for courses, live on campus, and receive institutional aid, including institutional
aid refunds.
Academic Dismissal
A student who has been previously placed on academic probation and who has not
achieved the goal of their academic success plan will be academically dismissed. A
student who is academically dismissed will be removed from their classes and will not be
able to re-enroll in classes at Cleary University for two semesters. A student who is aca-
demically dismissed does not qualify to receive institutional aid, including any institutional
aid refunds.
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Dismissal Appeal
Students who have been academically dismissed are able to appeal their dismissal. Stu-
dents must appeal their dismissal by noon on the rst Friday of the following semester.
Students must send an appeal letter explaining the extraordinary circumstances that led
to their dismissal and the steps they plan to take to improve their academic standing.
Students must include supporting evidence with their appeal letter. Letters must be
addressed to the Academic Appeal Committee and may be sent to [email protected].
The Academic Appeal Committee will meet and make a determination on the student’s
appeal. The Committee’s decision is nal.
Academic Reinstatement
A student who has been dismissed may only be re-admitted if they re-apply for admis-
sion and are approved by the Academic Appeals Committee. Students who have been
academically dismissed are able to apply to be reinstated two semesters following their
dismissal. A student wishing to re-apply should be prepared to explain why they think
they will be better able to succeed at their studies this time..
Incomplete Grade Policy
Incomplete grades, “I,” will be assigned only when the student is in good academic
standing (passing the course) and came just short of completing the course in the sched-
uled time due to circumstances beyond their control. These circumstances typically
include (but are not limited to) events such as a death or serious illness or injury in the
student’s family. (Work-related scheduling issues are not considered under this policy.)
This policy recognizes that all Cleary students are required to balance a busy personal
and professional life, but that occasionally a student is faced with a severe and unusual
event that causes a temporary interruption in their academic progress. In such temporary
cases, appropriate additional time limits, equitable for both the student and others in the
class, could be arranged with the instructor of each affected course.
Should such circumstances occur, it is the responsibility of the student to notify the in-
structor. The incomplete grade (a temporary grade) will be issued at the discretion of the
instructor. All incomplete grades will be converted to a nal grade of completed work,
even if outstanding work is not completed, within four weeks of the end of the term.
There can be an additional four-week extension for a student if approved by the instruc-
tor and a program chair. The instructor must request the extension from a program chair
for it to be approved. If the instructor is unable or unwilling to nish working with the
student during the Incomplete timeline, the program chair will step in and complete the
process. Since the circumstances involving the Incomplete may affect the student’s over-
all academic progress, students are encouraged to contact their advisor to discuss any
program-level issues.
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The Incomplete grade is at the discretion of the instructor, but the following parameters
are recommended. The student should have completed at least two-thirds of the assign-
ments in the course; with the exception of assignments due during the nal week of the
course, the student’s course weighted average to date should be at least 59.50 (under-
graduate students) or 69.50 (graduate students); and the student must submit a written
Incomplete Grade request form to their instructor prior to the submission of nal grades.
Once that request has been submitted and granted, the instructor will complete the form
and submit it to their respective Dean or program chair.
Leave of Absence
Students may take a leave of absence from the University for personal or professional
reasons. A leave of absence may last up to a full academic year. In order to take a leave
of absence, the student must notify their advisor of taking such action. When a student
returns, they will be readmitted without prejudice to the University and without having
to complete an application for readmission. If a student does not return to the University
within a year, the student may be required to apply for readmission to the University.
Students utilizing nancial aid should check with the Ofce of Financial Aid to determine
if a leave of absence will affect their nancial aid prior to taking their leave.
Registration
To receive course credit, a student must meet all prerequisites and be registered for the
course by the records ofce. Students should register for courses through the student
portal after consulting with their advisor and understanding their plan for learning. Stu-
dents should be aware of upcoming registration dates and times, which will be commu-
nicated in advance from the academic advising department.
Drop/Add/Withdrawal Policy
Students may voluntarily drop courses by the Monday following the start of the semester
no later than 12:00 pm EST with no tuition penalty. A dropped course does not appear
on a student’s academic record and is not factored into any grade calculation. Following
that time, and prior to the withdrawal date, any request will be considered a withdrawal
and noted as such except in the case of an academic drop.
Academic Drop
An academic drop may take place in the second week of classes if the student has not at-
tended class or communicated with an instructor or advisor. This drop would then need
approval of the academic dean. If a dean determines that a student should be dropped
from a course for these or other documented circumstances, the student will be notied
by the University. Students cannot assume that they will be automatically dropped from
any class for failure to attend or failure to pay tuition and fees. Students are still responsi-
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ble for dropping or withdrawing from courses by the ofcial deadlines or they will re-
ceive a grade of F in the class and still be held nancially responsible for their tuition.
Students are responsible for checking their schedules and for checking their ofcial
Cleary University email accounts to determine if they have been dropped from a class. In
terms of eight-week A and B courses, if a student drops all courses in the A session of the
semester, they will also be dropped from the B session of the semester and will need to
re-enroll if the student wishes to then attend B session courses.
Withdrawals
Unlike drops, withdrawals will incur a tuition charge since they take place outside of the
voluntary drop period and the academic drop period. Please see the Financial Services
section for information concerning refunds. Students are to contact their enrollment spe-
cialist or academic advisor prior to the voluntary drop deadline. Enrollment specialists or
academic advisors will process the drop forms and notify the Registrar who will ofcially
process the forms. It is the student’s responsibility to drop a course by the appropriate
deadline. If a student fails to drop or withdraw from a course, even if the student does
not attend the course, he or she will receive a grade of F in the class and still be held
nancially responsible for their tuition.
In terms of the Cleary University student athlete population, it must be noted that volun-
tary drops, academic drops, and withdrawals that bring the student athlete below the
twelve-credit threshold for full-time will result in making that student athlete ineligible for
practice or competition.
Students who drop courses between the voluntary drop date, aside from academic
drops, and the withdrawal date have a record of the courses on their transcripts with
an automatic grade of W. The withdrawal date deadlines are the end of the fourteenth
week of classes for Fall and Spring semesters, the end of the twelfth week of classes for
a fourteen-week Summer term, and the end of the sixth week of classes for any eight-
week online or graduate term. This grade will be submitted once consultation with the
academic advisor and course instructor determine that the student will be reasonably
unable to pass the course.
Adds
Students may add courses no later than the Monday following the start of classes at
12:00 p.m. EST or before the start of the class, whichever is later. Students are responsi-
ble for any additional fees or costs of the added course. Students are to ensure that any
work that was missed prior to the student adding the class is completed within a time
period to be determined by the course instructor. Added classes are included in the stu-
dent’s record. A dual enrolled student must receive permission from the undergraduate
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dean to add a course late.
International Students
Status International students must be enrolled for a full-time course load during the Fall
and Spring semesters. Students may enroll for the Summer semester but it is optional
and a full-time course load is not required. Undergraduate students must enroll in a mini-
mum of 12 credits. Graduate students must enroll in a minimum of six credits.
International students who add/drop or withdraw from classes must rst speak with their
Academic Advisor to make sure they are complying with their F-1 student visa status and
regulations.
Audits
Students may choose to audit a class. An audited class does not count for academ-
ic credit and a grade is not given for classes audited. Students auditing a class will be
charged for the class based on the per credit cost of the class. Please see the Financial
Services section for more information on course costs and fees.
Course Cancellations
The University maintains the right to cancel courses at any time. Students who have
courses cancelled will be notied by their advisor and will have the opportunity to make
a substitute or take an alternative course if the course is required for graduation and the
course will not be offered again.
Irregular Scheduling
Cleary University cannot schedule courses for the convenience of individual students
who cannot or do not take courses in the regular sequence.
CODE OF CONDUCT
The University supports a positive educational environment that will benet student
success. In order to ensure this vision, the University has established this Student Code of
Conduct to ensure the protection of student rights and the health and safety of the Uni-
versity community, as well as to support the efcient operation of University programs. In
addition, the University has established guidelines for the redress of grievances by indi-
viduals accused in such proceedings.
In cases of noncompliance with the Student Code of Conduct, the University will impose
discipline that is consistent with the impact of the offense on the University community.
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The University reserves the right to pursue criminal and/or civil action where warranted.
The Student Code of Conduct shall apply from the time of admission to the University
and continue as long as the student remains enrolled at the college. They shall also be
applicable to a student’s conduct even if the student withdraws from school while a disci-
plinary matter is pending.
If an individual has violated the Student Code of Conduct on University property while
not enrolled as a student at the University, but then later seeks to enroll, they must rst
contact the Student Judicial Ofcer. The same due process procedures listed in the Stu-
dent Code of Conduct will be followed to determine an admission decision.
The Student Code applies at all locations of the University, including, but not limited to,
Main Campus 3750 Cleary Dr., Howell, Michigan, and the Education Center located in
Detroit, Michigan. This code also applies to all current students of the University regard-
less of their geographical and online location.
The complete Student Code of Conduct can be found at:
https://cleary.edu/policies/student-rights-responsibilities-and-code-of-conduct/
GENERAL UNIVERSITY POLICIES
& REGULATIONS
Student Financial Responsibility Agreement
Payment of Fees/Promise to Pay
I understand and agree that when I register for any class at Cleary University, or receive
any service from Cleary University including meal plan and/or housing charges or have
deferred payments due or incur any liability for damages, I accept full responsibility to
pay all tuition, fees and other associated costs assessed at any time as a result of my reg-
istration and/or receipt of services, or liability not withstanding any anticipated third-par-
ty resource, including but not limited to nancial aid, family gift, employer reimburse-
ment or any other external resources. I promise to pay for all assessed tuition, fees and
other associated costs by the published or assigned due date.
I understand and agree that if I drop or withdraw from some or all of the classes for which
I register, I will be responsible for paying all or a portion of tuition and fees in accordance
with Cleary University’s Refund Policies located in the Cleary University Catalog:
https://cleary.edu/academics/course-catalog
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I have read the terms and conditions of the published Tuition Refund Policies in the
Financial Information section of the Cleary University Catalog and I further understand
that my failure to attend class or receive a bill does not absolve me from my nancial
responsibility as described above.
Fall 2021, Spring 2022, and Summer 2022 Tuition Due Dates
Fall 2021 Tuition Due Dates
100% Refund eligible – 08/30/2021, 50% Refund Eligible – 09/06/2021
Spring 22 Tuition Due: 12/03/2021
100 % eligible - 01/07/2022
50% eligible - 01/14/2022
Summer 22 Tuition Due: 04/08/2022
100% eligible - 05/13/2022
50% eligible - 05/20/2022
Withdraw Deadlines: 100% Refund eligible – 08/30/2021,
50% Refund Eligible – 09/06/2021
Delinquent Account/Collection
Financial Hold: I understand and agree that if I fail to pay my student account bill or any
monies due and owing to Cleary University by the scheduled due date, the University will
place a nancial hold on my student account, preventing me from registering for future
classes, requesting transcripts, or receiving my diploma.
Late Fee Charge: I understand and agree that if I fail to pay my student account bill or
any monies due and owing to Cleary University by the scheduled due date, the University
will assess a Late Payment Fee of $150.
Cancellation Policy: According to University Policy, you must pay in full all past due
balances. This policy can be found in the Cleary University Catalog:
https://cleary.edu/academics/course-catalog/
Failure to pay prior balances may result in your current and/or future registration at the
University being cancelled. Your payment for your prior semester balance must be re-
ceived, not postmarked, before the end of the second week of classes, Friday Septem-
ber 3rd 2021 at 12 o’clock noon to avoid the potential cancellation of classes.
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If your registration is cancelled for nonpayment, you will not be allowed to register again
until payment in full has been posted to your student account. Be advised that there is
no guarantee that the same class or classes will be available.
Collection Agency Fees: I understand and accept that if I fail to pay my student account
bill or any monies due and owed to Cleary University by the scheduled due date, and fail
to make acceptable payment arrangements to bring my account current, the University
may refer my delinquent account to a collection agency.
Updating Contact Information: I understand and agree that I am responsible for keep-
ing Cleary University records up to date with my current physical address, email address
and phone numbers. Upon leaving the University for any reason, it is my responsibility
to provide Cleary University with updated contact information for purposes of continued
communication regarding any amounts that remain due and owing to the University. If
you need to update your student information, please reach out to the Registrar’s ofce
at: [email protected].
Method of Billing: I understand that Cleary University uses electronic billing as its ofcial
billing method, and therefore I am responsible for viewing and paying on my student ac-
count by the scheduled due date. I further understand that failure to review my bill does
not constitute a valid reason for not paying my bill on time.
Billing Errors: I understand that administrative, clerical or technical billing errors do not
absolve me of my nancial responsibility to pay the correct amount of tuition fees, and
other associated nancial obligations assessed as a result of my registration at Cleary
University.
Awards, Scholarships, Grants: I understand that all awards, scholarships, and grants
awarded to me by Cleary University will be credited to my student account and applied
toward any outstanding balance. I further understand that my award, scholarship, and/or
grants, are considered a nancial resource according to federal Title IV nancial aid reg-
ulations, and may therefore reduce my eligibility for other federal and/or state nancial
aid (i.e., loans, grants, Federal Work-Study).
Returned Payments/Failed Payment Agreements: If a payment is made to my student
account and is returned by the bank for any reason, I agree to repay the original amount
of the payment plus a returned payment fee of $35. I understand that multiple returned
payments and/or failure to comply with the terms of any payment plan or agreement that
I sign with Cleary University may result in the cancellation of my classes and or suspen-
sion of my eligibility to register for future classes at Cleary University.
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Withdrawal: If I decide to completely withdraw from a class at Cleary University, I will
follow the instructions located in the Cleary University Catalog which I understand and
agree are incorporated herein by reference.
If you decide to withdraw from your class, please note that depending on when you
withdraw you may be nancially responsible for the cost of tuition, fees and/or housing.
Please refer to the withdraw policy found in the Cleary University Catalog, which is located
here: https://cleary.edu/academics/course-catalog/
IRS 1098-T Form: I agree to provide my Social Security number (SSN) or taxpayer identi-
cation number (TIN) to Cleary University upon request as required by the Internal Rev-
enue Service (IRS) regulations for Form 1098-T reporting purposes. If I fail to provide my
SSN or TIN to the University, I agree to pay any and all IRS nes that may be assessed by
the IRS as a result of my missing SSN/TIN.
I consent to receive my annual IRS Form 1098-T, Tuition Statement, electronically from
Cleary University. I understand that if I do not consent to receive my 1098-T electroni-
cally, a paper copy will be provided to my last known address on le. I understand that I
can withdraw this consent or request a paper copy by contacting:
Cleary University
Business Ofce
3750 Cleary Drive
Howell, MI 48843
Agreement Term: I understand that this Agreement shall remain in full force and effect
so long as I am registered at and/or have an outstanding balance with Cleary University.
Governing Law: I agree to these terms of my nancial obligation to the University (in-
cluding any matter covered hereby) will be governed by constructed and enforced in
accordance with the laws of the State of Michigan. The University may enforce any rights
or remedies it may have under these terms or any applicable law in any state or federal
court located in Michigan.
Electronic Signature: I hereby acknowledge that I have read this agreement and under-
stand it. By clicking the I AGREE button below, I consent to the electronic processing of
this agreement and understand that I am consenting to be bound by this agreement,
which shall serve as a promissory note, thereby obligating me to pay all outstanding
balances due to Cleary University. I understand and agree that my electronic submission
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of this document acts as my electronic signature and will have the same legal effect as a
signature on paper.
STUDENT ATHLETE HEALTH INSURANCE
REQUIREMENTS
The primary responsibility for insurance coverage for injuries incurred while participating
in intercollegiate athletics rests with the individual student-athlete and their family.
The University requires all (domestic and international) registered student athletes to
provide proof of primary medical insurance, annually, prior to participation, practice, or
conditioning in Intercollegiate or professional sport, or competition, to cover, among
other costs, hospitalization and outpatient diagnostic, testing and surgical procedures.
Additionally, the insurance must cover medical care provided in the Southeast Michigan
area for both emergency and routine, non-emergency medical situations (or, if the stu-
dent will not be in the Southeast Michigan area, it must provide this coverage wherever
the student will be residing and studying during the academic year).
The minimum period of insurance coverage must be the entire duration each student
participates in collegiate athletics and attends classes.
NOTICE: Effective for the upcoming 2022-23 coverage year, which begins 08/01/2022,
in addition to providing Cleary Athletics with information on each student-athlete’s
health insurance information, all student-athletes are required to enroll in the student
health insurance plan or waive the student health insurance plan by providing proof of
comparable coverage. Students wishing to waive out of the student health insurance
plan must afrm enrollment in alternate comparable coverage before the enrollment/
waiver deadline.
International Student Athletes
Effective July 1, 2021, International Student Athletes are eligible to enroll in a primary
medical insurance plan offered through Academic Health Plans (AHP). This plan provides
coverage for emergencies, illness, general medicine/non-emergent doctors’ appoint-
ments, accident, surgery, physical therapy and athletic injuries. The total cost of this plan
will be in addition to the students cost of attendance. Cost will be $750 per Fall and
Spring semester equaling $1500 a calendar year.
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International student athletes who do not elect to enroll in the primary medical insurance
plan offered through Academic Health Plans, must provide proof of comparable cover-
age that meets University requirements and must show that the coverage is valid for the
entire academic year (prior to intercollegiate participation, practice, or conditioning; and
a minimum of 30-days prior to the start of classes and no later than 30 days after classes
have ended).
The comparable coverage checklist can be found online.
Cleary University holds a secondary insurance policy that assists with medical bills
caused by injuries associated with Cleary University athletic activities. This is not a guar-
antee of full coverage of all medical bills. The secondary insurance provided by Cleary
Athletics will not act as the primary insurance and cannot provide coverage for any ill-
nesses or injury not associated with varsity athletics at Cleary University. Associated with
meaning, the injury occurred do to a direct result of participating in coached lead prac-
tice or training sessions or in Cleary University sanctioned competitions.
NOTICE: Effective July 1, 2022, AHP enrollment is required for all international student
athletes at Cleary University. As such, international student athletes students will not be
eligible to waive AHP with comparable coverage. In keeping with this requirement, each
year all international student athletes will be registered in the AHP primary medical in-
surance plan and remain enrolled in AHP through the end of the plan year, provided the
student remains in AHP plan eligible status. Premiums will be charged in semester install-
ments on their student account.
For any questions regarding international insurance requirements, please reach out to
Head Athletic Trainer, Aaron Gunther at [email protected]
NOTICE OF NEW POLICY: The Student Health Insurance Policy is a new policy that will
take effect for the 2022-23 coverage year, which begins 08/01/2022.
Cleary University is committed to the well-being of our student community to prolong
lifelong behaviors and to empower students to life a purposeful life. Well-being is
comprised of a variety of dimensions including physical, emotional, social, intellectual,
nancial, occupational, environmental, and spiritual wellness.
As part of our dedication to student wellness, effective for the 2022-23 coverage year,
which begins 08/01/2022, Cleary University will require all registered residential, athletic,
and undergraduate international students to carry adequate health insurance to cover,
among other costs, hospitalization and outpatient diagnostic, testing and surgical proce-
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dures, pre-existing conditions, inpatient, and laboratory services/care, mental health and
addiction treatment, prescription drugs, and rehabilitative services. Additionally, the in-
surance must cover medical care provided in the Mid-Michigan, Southeast Michigan area
for both emergency and routine, non-emergency medical situations (or, if the student
will not be in the Mid-Michigan, Southeast Michigan area, it must provide this coverage
wherever the student will be residing and studying during the academic year).
Students wishing to waive out of the student insurance plan coverage must review the
comparable coverage checklist and afrm possession of alternate comparable coverage
before the enrollment/waiver deadline.
Students who do not enroll in or waive the student insurance plan by the deadline will
by default be enrolled in the student insurance plan and remain enrolled in the student
insurance plan through the end of the plan year, provided they remain in a student in-
surance plan eligible status. Premium will be assessed in semester installments on their
student account.
DISCRIMINATION & FERPA
Cleary University does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national and
ethnic origin, sexual orientation, sex, gender, or any other legally protected status un-
der Michigan or federal law in admission to its education programs or activities or in its
employment. Inquiries concerning the application of Title IX and implementation of its
regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator or to the Ofce for Civil Rights,
Cleveland Ofce, U.S. Department of Education, 600 Superior Avenue East, Suite 750,
Cleveland, OH 44114-2611.
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords eligible students certain
rights with respect to their education records. (An “eligible student” under FERPA is a
student who is 18 years of age or older or who attends a postsecondary institution at any
age.) These rights include:
1. The right to inspect and review the student’s education records within 45 days after
the day Cleary University receives a request for access. A student should submit to the
Registrar a written request that identies the record(s) the student wishes to inspect.
The Registrar will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and
place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the
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school ofcial to whom the request was submitted, that ofcial shall advise the student
of the correct ofcial to whom the request should be addressed.
2. The right to request the amendment of the student’s education records that the stu-
dent believes to be inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student’s
privacy rights under FERPA. A student who wishes to ask the school to amend a record
should write to the school ofcial responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of
the record the student wants changed, and specify why it should be changed.
If Cleary University decides not to amend the record as requested, Cleary University
will notify the student in writing of the decision and the student’s right to a hearing
regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing
procedures will be provided to the student when notied of the right to a hearing.
3. The right to provide written consent before Cleary University discloses personally
identiable information (PII) from the student’s education records, except to the extent
that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent.
Cleary University discloses education records without a student’s prior written consent
under the FERPA exception for disclosure to school ofcials with legitimate educa-
tional interests. A school ofcial is typically a person employed by the University in an
administrative, supervisory, academic, research, or support staff position (including
law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person serving on the board of
trustees; or a student serving on an ofcial committee, such as a disciplinary or griev-
ance committee. A school ofcial also may include a volunteer or contractor outside of
Cleary University who performs an institutional service or function for which the school
would otherwise use its own employees and who is under the direct control of the
school with respect to the use and maintenance of PII from education records, such
as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent or a student volunteering to assist another
school ofcial in performing his or her tasks. A school ofcial typically has a legitimate
educational interest if the ofcial needs to review an education record in order to fulll
his or her professional responsibilities for Cleary University.
4. The right to le a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged
failures by Cleary University to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and
address of the ofce that administers FERPA is:
Family Policy Compliance Ofce
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20202
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See the list below of the disclosures that postsecondary institutions may make without
consent.
FERPA permits the disclosure of PII from students’ education records, without consent
of the student, if the disclosure meets certain conditions found in § 99.31 of the FERPA
regulations. Except for disclosures to school ofcials, disclosures related to some judicial
orders or lawfully issued subpoenas, disclosures of directory information, and disclo-
sures to the student, § 99.32 of FERPA regulations requires the institution to record the
disclosure. Eligible students have a right to inspect and review the record of disclosures.
A postsecondary institution may disclose PII from the education records without obtain-
ing prior written consent of the student:
• To other school ofcials, including teachers, within Cleary University whom the
school has determined to have legitimate educational interests. This includes
contractors, consultants, volunteers, or other parties to whom the school has
outsourced institutional services or functions, provided that the conditions listed
in § 99.31(a)(1)(i)(B)(1) - (a)(1)(i)(B)(3) are met. (§ 99.31(a)(1))
• To ofcials of another school where the student seeks or intends to enroll, or
where the student is already enrolled if the disclosure is for purposes related to
the student’s enrollment or transfer, subject to the requirements of § 99.34. (§
99.31(a)(2))
• To authorized representatives of the U.S. Comptroller General, the U.S. Attorney
General, the U.S. Secretary of Education, or State and local educational author-
ities, such as a State postsecondary authority that is responsible for supervising
the University’s State-supported education programs. Disclosures under this
provision may be made, subject to the requirements of §99.35, in connection
with an audit or evaluation of Federal- or State-supported education programs,
or for the enforcement of or compliance with Federal legal requirements that
relate to those programs. These entities may make further disclosures of PII to
outside entities that are designated by them as their authorized representatives
to conduct any audit, evaluation, or enforcement or compliance activity on their
behalf. (§§ 99.31(a)(3) and 99.35)
• In connection with nancial aid for which the student has applied or which the
student has received, if the information is necessary to determine eligibility for
the aid, determine the amount of the aid, determine the conditions of the aid, or
enforce the terms and conditions of the aid. (§ 99.31(a)(4))
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• To organizations, conducting studies for, or on behalf of, the school, in order to:
(a) develop, validate, or administer predictive tests; (b) administer student aid
programs; or (c) improve instruction. (§ 99.31(a)(6))
• To accrediting organizations to carry out their accrediting functions. (§ 99.31(a)
(7))
• To parents of an eligible student if the student is a dependent for IRS tax pur-
poses. (§ 99.31(a) (8))
• To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena. (§ 99.31(a)(9))
• To appropriate ofcials in connection with a health or safety emergency, subject
to § 99.36. (§ 99.31(a)(10))
• Information the school has designated as “directory information” under § 99.37.
(§ 99.31(a)(11))
• To a victim of an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence or a non-forcible sex
offense, subject to the requirements of § 99.39. The disclosure may only include
the nal results of the disciplinary proceeding with respect to that alleged crime
or offense, regardless of the nding. (§ 99.31(a)(13))
• To the general public, the nal results of a disciplinary proceeding, subject to
the requirements of § 99.39, if the school determines the student is an alleged
perpetrator of a crime of violence or non-forcible sex offense and the student
has committed a violation of the school’s rules or policies with respect to the
allegation made against him or her. (§ 99.31(a)(14))
• To parents of a student regarding the student’s violation of any Federal, State,
or local law, or of any rule or policy of the school, governing the use or pos-
session of alcohol or a controlled substance if the school determines the stu-
dent committed a disciplinary violation and the student is under the age of 21.
(§99.31(a)(15))
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TITLE IX
What is Title IX?
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 reads as follows:
“No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation
in, be denied the benets of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education pro-
gram or activity receiving Federal nancial assistance….”
20 U.S.C. § 1681 and 34 C.F.R. Part 106 (1972).
These regulations pertain to more than gender equity in athletic programs, although
that is also an important component. Title IX prescribes that any educational institution
receiving federal nancial assistance must expressly prohibit sexual misconduct, gender
discrimination, sexual harassment, and all forms of retaliation stemming from the report-
ing of alleged or conrmed offenses that fall under the regulations.
Cleary University strives to maintain an inclusive, nondiscriminatory, and safe/secure
environment for its students, faculty/staff, and visitors, as reected in its student, faculty,
and employee handbooks, University Catalog, Student Code of Conduct, and Drug &
Alcohol Policy.
Cleary Univisity’s Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy can found at: https://cleary.edu/aca-
demics/academic-affairs/title-ix/
Who are Cleary’s Title IX Coordinators?
Pursuant to federal regulations, every institution of higher education must appoint a
Title IX Coordinator. A Title IX Coordinator has primary responsibility for monitoring
the development and implementation of the organization’s efforts to prevent and
address all forms of gender-based discrimination within its operational purview. Suspected
instances of gender-based discrimination, harassment, sexual misconduct, or associated
retaliation should be reported promptly to the coordinator.
Cleary University’s Title IX Coordinators are:
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Matt Oliver
Title IX Coordinator
Associate Dean of Students
Chrysler Hall, Suite 109C
3750 Cleary Drive
Howell, MI 48843
800.686.1883, Ext. 1456
Sara Barnwell
Title IX Coordinator
Dean of Academic Operations
Chrysler Building
3750 Cleary Drive
Howell, MI 48843
800.686.1883, Ext. 1601
Erica Smith
Title IX Coordinator
Human Resource Generalist
Lyons Building
3760 Cleary Drive
Howell, MI 48843
800.686.1883, Ext. 1203
What to do if you are the victim of sexual violence
The University encourages anyone who experiences or becomes aware of an incident of
prohibited conduct involving a student to immediately report the incident by contact-
ing one of the Title IX Coordinators. Reporting can include, but is not limited to, emails,
phone calls, and in person. University faculty and staff are required to report a known
instance of sexual violence, misconduct, or harassment to a Title IX Coordinator. Victims
of sexual violence are encouraged to seek medical attention right away.
Emergencies on campus should be reported to the Livingston County Police Department
by calling 911.
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In addition, Cleary University advocates contacting the LACASA Center, a highly
regarded Livingston County organization with specialized resources to immediately
assist victims of domestic and/or sexual violence.
The contact information for LACASA is:
LACASA 24/7 Toll-Free Help Line: 866.522.2725
Website: www.lacasacenter.org
STUDENT OMBUDSMAN
Student Ombudsman | [email protected]
The Ofce of the Student Ombudsman is an impartial and neutral resource to help stu-
dents, faculty, and staff resolve academic and non-academic concerns. The ombudsman
provides information related to Cleary University policies and procedures and facilitates
the resolution of problems and grievances through informal investigation and mediation.
Appeal forms can be found at https://cleary.edu/student-life/student-ombudsman/. Stu-
dents at Cleary University shall have a right to appeal decisions by submitting an appeal
in writing to the student ombudsman within the timeline of the applicable procedure.
Student Record Appeals: Students may dispute the accuracy of records. In areas that
may be subject to professional judgment, an appeal may be submitted to the student
ombudsman using the nancial aid appeal form before the midpoint of the semester in
question.
All transactions, transfer evaluation, articulated credit, residency charges, and other
matters involving student records, must be reported within one semester following the
course or action that is being disputed. The student must rst try to reach a solution with
the registrar. If a resolution cannot be reached, the student may submit an appeal to the
student ombudsman using the non-academic appeal form.
Financial Aid Exception Appeals: Cleary University adheres to federal, state, lender, and
third-party payer requirements regarding nancial aid eligibility and amounts.
Billing and Contract Appeals: Disputes regarding bills and contracts must rst be ad-
dressed with the University’s business ofce within one semester following the charge
in question. If a resolution cannot be reached, the student may submit an appeal to the
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student ombudsman using the non-academic appeal form.
Student Disciplinary Appeals: Actions involving student discipline are handled in accor-
dance with the student judicial process. Students who wish to appeal a disciplinary deci-
sion may submit an appeal to the student ombudsman using the non-academic appeal
form.
JUDICIAL APPEALS PROCESS
I. Appeal Hearing Assumptions
1. The appeal process is not designed to be a re-hearing of an entire case.
2. The burden of proof rests with the student to clearly demonstrate that grounds for an
appeal have been met.
3. Sanction(s) issued by the judicial board will not take effect until the appeal process is
completed.
4. Where the safety of any student is a variable, sanction(s) may be imposed.
II. Judicial Appeals Board
1. Composition: The Ombudsman Appeals Board should consist of three full-time Uni-
versity employees with two alternates.
2. Selection of board members: Recommendations for Ombudsman Appeals Board
members will come from the student ombudsman.
3. T erms of Ofce: Ombudsman Appeals Board members will serve for one academic
year with the possibility of yearly reappointment.
4. Leadership: One member serves as Ombudsman Appeals Board chair and will be
elected by a majority vote of all of the Ombudsman Appeals Board members.
5. Removal from ofce: A Ombudsman Appeals Board member may be removed from
the Ombudsman Appeals Board for poor attendance or other due cause by a simple
majority vote of the total Ombudsman Appeals Board membership.
6. Jurisdiction: The Ombudsman Appeals Board will serve as the panel to review appeals
of decisions rendered by the judicial board during the formal hearing process.
III. Grounds for an Appeal
1. Right to Request an Appeal: Students may request that the Ombudsman Appeals
Board review a judicial board decision and sanction. An appeal will be considered
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(heard by the Ombudsman Appeals Board) if it meets the criteria below.
2. Grounds for Appeal: There are certain conditions that must be met for the Ombuds-
man Appeals Board to consider an appeal. In the absence of these conditions, the
appeal will not be considered.
The following are considered sufcient grounds:
a. There is substantive new evidence not previously available at the time of the
hearing that could have materially affected the outcome. (NOTE: New witnesses
or witness statements do not constitute new evidence unless there is a clear ba-
sis as to why the witnesses were not presented at the time of the original judicial
board hearing.)
b. There were procedural errors in the case that substantially impacted the
student’s access to a fair hearing.
c. The severity of the sanction needs to be reviewed based on documented
mitigating personal circumstances.
d. The decision of the judicial board was not supported by the evidence presented
at the hearing, or evidence was not sufcient to establish that a code of conduct
violation occurred.
CAMPUS FACILITIES
Cleary’s campus sits on almost 40 acres in Howell, Michigan, with an extension site in
Detroit. The facilities include administration and academic buildings, a wellness center, a
student union, residence halls, and an athletic eld supporting baseball, softball, soccer,
and lacrosse.
The Chrysler Building is located at 3750 Cleary Drive and includes most student class-
rooms, academic personnel, the library and tutoring center, the student success center,
career services, the computer lab, the Ofce of the President and Provost, and the Regis-
trar. The building also houses the majority of the Secunda Art Museum along with muse-
um space for travelling art pieces. Chrysler Room 205 can be used for internal or external
meeting space provided the student classroom schedule permits.
The Lyons Building is located at 3760 Cleary Drive and houses the majority of the admin-
istration, including enrollment, business services, nancial aid, marketing, development,
human resources, Ofce of the President, and information technology.
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The Wellness Center is located at 955 Grand Oaks Drive and is home to Cleary athletics.
This building houses the athletic administration ofces as well as all coaches. The Center
is home to our athletic training staff and houses a newly-renovated wrestling facility and
gym for all students to use. Duncan Chiropractic is housed in this building for students,
staff, and the community to utilize and chiropractic needs.
The Cougar hockey program launched in the Fall of 2019 uses the Hartland Ice House,
11 miles off campus, as their training and competitive home. The Cougar bowling pro-
gram utilizes the Howell Bowl-E-Drome, two miles off campus, and the Chemung Hills
Golf Course, 2.5 miles from campus, is home to the men’s and women’s golf teams.
The Cleary Commons houses student dining as well as classrooms, the Cougar Den spirit
shop, Esports arena, and community event space. Students can spread out in this 5300
square-foot atrium to study or meet up with friends. Renovations to this space will contin-
ue through 2022.
The North and South Residence Halls are home to our almost 200 students living on
campus. The North Residence Hall was completed in 2016 and features apartment style
units, which include private bathrooms in each room, a full kitchen, and living space as
well as a washer and dryer in each apartment. The South Residence hall was completed
in 2018 and features dorm-style rooms with a shared bathroom per room and a shared
kitchenette. Study spaces are built into the lobbies of each oor to provide extra privacy
for students or for study groups.
Lake Trust Stadium features state-of-the-art articial turf to support Cleary baseball,
softball, lacrosse, and soccer teams. It features a large outeld Video Board, two full
dugouts for baseball and softball, and a large press box behind the home plate stadium
seating. The Stadium opened in Fall of 2018.
Our Detroit Education Center is now part of the Durfee Innovation Center located at
2470 Collingwood St, Detroit, MI 48206. This location serves the Greater Detroit popu-
lations. Students have the option of attending online or on ground. Our center provides
classroom space and extra computers for study use and houses our Detroit Education
Center Coordinator and Enrollment Specialist.
Maintenance of Facilities with Security Considerations
For concerns about facility maintenance and security matters, contact the Facilities
department at [email protected].
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Physical Violence, Vandalism, and Theft
Cleary University is not liable for damage to any personal belongings of students, staff,
faculty, or visitors under any circumstances including, but not limited to, windstorm,
ood, hail, civil commotion, explosion, re, smoke, and vehicle accident. Neither is
Cleary University liable for loss or theft of personal belongings of students, staff, faculty,
or visitors.
Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime
Statistics Act:
This is a federal law requiring institutions of higher education to disclose campus security
information including crime statistics for the campus and surrounding area. Current and
prospective students or employees have the right to obtain a copy of this information for
the University. Students may view this information by accessing the federal government
website at https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/institution/search
University Property
It is the expectation of all students, staff, faculty, and visitors to treat University property
as if it were their own. Anyone violating University property will be held liable for damages
up to the amount of the property value.
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RESIDENCE LIFE
Cleary University is committed to providing an on-campus living environment for degree
seeking students that is safe, comfortable, and conducive to study and personal growth.
In order to create a community experience that is as enjoyable as it is educational, res-
idence hall students are expected to work together to understand other residents who
may be from diverse cultural, or ethnic backgrounds. Married students, students over
25 years of age, or non-degree seeking students are not allowed to live in the campus
residence halls.
A full-time Residence Life Coordinator as well as a Housing Graduate Assistant report to
the Director of Housing, and manage Cleary’s two residential facilities. The Director of
Housing enforces residence hall and University policies, develops/incorporates in-ser-
vice training strategies, and implements continuous quality improvement programs for
enhancing on-campus living.
LIVE THE SUITE LIFE ON CAMPUS
This is not your typical residence hall. With generous amenities built in, this is not your
typical college dorm. Cleary’s residence halls are conveniently located within walking
distance of all campus activities. From classrooms, to Clancy’s cafe, Cleary’s campus is
designed to make student life easier. Cleary’s Lake Trust Stadium is also just a short walk
away. Keeping students focused and connected is key in Cougar country.
NORTH RESIDENCE HALL:
Opened in 2016, each fully furnished semi-private suite has its own bedroom, bath, and
shares a common area complete with a full kitchen and spacious living/dining area. Units
are assigned on a rst-come, rst-serve basis.
FEATURES:
• 2/3 bedroom, 2 bathroom
• In-suite washer and dryer
• Refrigerator, dishwasher, oven, sink and pantry
• Study areas on each oor
• Lounging areas on each oor
• Furnished living environment
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• Furnishings include: couch and lounge chairs
• Ethernet ports in every bedroom; campus Wi-Fi
• Desk, 2/3 twin XL beds, dresser and closets
SOUTH RESIDENCE HALL:
Opened in Fall of 2018, the South Residence Hall features fully furnished semi-private
two-bedroom, one-bathroom suites. Units are assigned on a rst-come, rst-serve basis.
FEATURES:
• 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom
• Same-oor laundry
• Kitchenette, including mini-refrigerator, microwave, and sink
• Study areas on each oor
• Lounging areas on each oor
• Ethernet ports in every bedroom; campus Wi-Fi
• Desk, 2 twin XL beds, dresser, and closets
Students encountering problems or concerns with any aspect of life within their specic
residence hall are encouraged to seek out the Residence Life Coordinator for direction,
answers, and support. The Director of Housing and Residence Life Coordinator may be
reached at the following numbers:
Director of Housing,: (517) 798-8652
Residence Life Coordinator, North Hall: (517) 798-8654
The University also employs approximately 6 Resident Assistants (RAs) each year to pro-
vide support to the Residence Life Coordinators. Students are expected to comply with
residence hall regulations and with directives from the Residence Life Coordinator and
RAs as they are executing their assigned duties. Failure to do so may subject students to
disciplinary action as determined by the Director of Housing.
FALL 2021 HOUSING APPLICATION AND
POLICY
All students required by the Housing Policy to live on campus must submit a Housing
Application and pay a non-refundable application fee at time of application. Housing
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waivers can be submitted for any student required to live on campus but believes they
have cause for an exception. Waivers are not guaranteed and must be approved by the
Housing Committee.
Housing Waiver
If you believe you are exempt from the Cleary University Housing Policy, you must submit
a Housing Waiver Application. The Housing Waiver Application can be located at:
cleary.edu/housing/
If a student believes that they are exempt from living in Cleary University Housing be-
cause they will be residing with a parent or legal guardian whose primary residence
is within a 25 mile radius from the Livingston Campus, 3750 Cleary Drive, Howell, MI
48843, they will need to complete a Housing Waiver Application.
To complete the process of submitting the online waiver, the student will need to submit a
digital copy of their driver’s license, state ID, or passport with their permanent residency. A
bill, letter, etc. with the name and mailing address will not be accepted as a permanent
address.
For additional information and questions, please contact the Ofce of Residence Life at
All traditional students are required to live in Cleary University housing for four consecutive
semesters (excluding summers) unless the student meets one of the following exceptions:
1. Is residing with parents or legal guardians at their primary residence within a 25 mile
radius of Cleary University;
2. Have achieved 60 or more credit hours during their degree;
3. Is 23 years of age or older by the rst day of class in the fall semester of the academic
year for which an exception is requested;
4. Is legally married;
5. Is a parent of dependent child(ren);
6. Has time served as a member of the United States armed services.
Resident Assistant (RAs)
RAs will be provided their ROOM at no charge; but, will be responsible for their BOARD
charges.
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Wi Access
Wi is accessible throughout both residence halls. For students having difculty with
their login, password, or technical issues, please contact Cleary IT Support Ofce at sup-
Electrical Appliances
Refrigerators used in residence hall rooms are not to be larger than 4.6 cubic feet in
capacity. Students are not permitted to use: candles, wax burners, incense alcohol of any
kind pets (only registered service animals) deep fryers, electric blankets, or replaces,
electronics without “UL certied” label, air conditioners, space heaters, waterbeds/water
chairs, wireless routers, nails/drilling/etc into any walls or doors.
Additional refrigerators are prohibited in units where the University provides a full size
refrigerator (allowed in South not North). Microwave ovens (1000 watts or less) and cof-
feemakers, are acceptable.
Painting the Cougar Rock
Painting the Rock located outside the main, north entrance of the North Dorm is a new
tradition we’re starting at Cleary. Throughout the year, students will be encouraged to
paint the rock in various themes, with different messages and for numerous reasons. The
University intends for this activity to be reserved primarily for student-led expression of
community celebration and advocacy. Painting the rock reects the University’s values
and mission by providing the opportunity for diverse viewpoints to gain exposure with
vibrant respectful creativity. The University is dedicated to fostering meaningful and
thoughtful conversations that are grounded in mutual respect.
Cleary University does not, however, endorse any message that is painted on the rock
by students or other members of the campus community. All students must demonstrate
respect for others in painting the rock and exhibit respect in any message or symbol that
they paint or display on the rock. Students may not paint or display any of the following
on the rock:
• Defamation;
• Obscenity;
• Expression that incites violence;
• Expression that violates the law; or
• Harassment in violation of University policy.
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No student may remove or paint over any message or theme on the rock that is consis-
tent with the foregoing principles unless and until it has been displayed for at least one
calendar day.
The University reserves the right to remove or paint over any message on the rock that
violates any of the foregoing principles. Further, the University reserves the right to paint
the rock in a way that it deems appropriate, in its sole discretion, during special events
on campus, including, but not limited to, Welcome Week, Homecoming week, Vehicle
to A Better Future, summer camps, Cleary tour days, and graduation. No student may re-
move or paint over any message or theme painted on the rock by the University until the
special event has ended and is complete. Any violation of the foregoing principles may
result in disciplinary action.
Service Animals
Cleary University shall abide by the federal regulations as outlined in the Americans with
Disabilities Act (ADA). In regards to Title II and Title III of the ADA, it is unlawful to in-
fringe upon a citizen’s right to utilize an individually trained service animal that provides
assistance with that person’s disability. Please note: A service animal is not a pet.
Service animals are permitted in the residence halls, but the owner must provide written
notice at a minimum of 48 hours in advance by contacting [email protected]. With-
in the written notice, the owner must state that the animal is a service animal required
because of a disability AND what work or task the animal has been trained to perform.
Additionally, the owner will need to state how long the service animal will reside in the
residence hall.
Comfort, Emotional Support, or Therapy Animals
Emotional support, comfort, and therapy animals are not service animals under Title II
and III of the ADA. A note from a doctor stating that an individual has a disability and
needs the animal for emotional support does not matter. A doctor’s letter does not turn
an animal into a service animal. Animals for these conditions are not permitted.
Room Procedures
Only full-time students may live in residence halls. A student taking fewer than nine hours
in any semester must have permission from the Director of Housing in order to live in a
residence hall.
Housing concerns are handled by the Director of Housing (or their designee), who oversees
processing room reservations and assigning residence hall rooms. Before reserving a room,
a student must pay a non-refundable housing processing fee each new academic year.
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Room reservations are cancelled when a student ofcially withdraws or is dismissed from
the University. The student must reapply for admission and a non-refundable housing
processing fee must accompany this application. If the application is approved, a room
will be assigned.
University Liability
The University disclaims liability and does not assume responsibility for any person-
al property that is lost, damaged, or stolen. Students are advised to keep their doors
locked whenever not in their room. Students are cautioned to leave any valuable proper-
ty at home or in a suitable storage place, because the University is not liable for the loss
of any property. Students are requested to make use of checking accounts and not to
keep large sums of money in their rooms.
EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT GUIDELINES
Weather Emergency
During possible severe weather conditions, residents are encouraged to take appropri-
ate measures for their safety. In the event that a tornado warning is issued for Cleary’s
area, residents and guests should immediately take shelter in the designated location
for each residence hall. Failure to take shelter in the designated area may put you and/
or others at risk. Once the tornado warning has expired, the Director of Housing (or their
designee) will notify residents and allow them to return to their rooms. Take Shelter ex-
pectations apply for drills and actual emergencies.
Bomb Threat
If you observe a suspicious object or potential bomb on campus, DO NOT approach or
handle the object. Clear the area and immediately call the Student Affairs Ofce at (800)
686-1883 Ext: 1456. In the event of an emergency, dial 911.
Any person receiving a phone call concerning a bomb threat should ask the caller:
1. When is the bomb going to explode?
2. Where is the bomb located?
3. What kind of bomb is it?
4. What does it look like?
5. Why did you place the bomb?
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Keep talking to the caller as long as possible and record the following:
1. Time of call.
2. Age and sex of caller (if able to identify)
3. Speech patterns or accent.
4. Emotional state of caller.
5. Background noise.
Authorized personnel, will conduct a detailed bomb search. Employees are requested to
make a cursory inspection of their area for suspicious objects and to report the location
to the Student Affairs Ofce. Do not approach or handle any found object! Do not open
drawers, cabinets, or turn lights on or off.
If an emergency exists, activate the building alarm.
Caution: The building alarm only sounds in the building where activated. You must
report the incident by phone to the Department of Security by dialing 911.
Missing Student Policy Elaboration
At the beginning of each academic year, the University will notify all students of the right
to identify an individual to be contacted by the University in the event that the student is
missing for more than 24 hours.
Students living on campus are prompted to provide emergency contact information
when they submit their housing application. Additionally, the University will notify the
parents/guardians of any student that is missing.
University ofcials, administrators, faculty, and staff, are required to notify the Ofce of
Residence Life if they obtain information that a residential student is or may be missing.
Students are also urged promptly to report any student that may be missing to a mem-
ber of the Ofce of Residence Life.
Denition of a Missing Student
A student will be considered missing if a University ofcial receives information that the
student failed to show up at events to which the student has committed, the student
cannot be located, and no contact has been made by the Student.
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University Procedures for a Missing Student
Upon notication that a student is or may be missing, the Ofce of Student Affairs shall
respond with reasonable professional judgment to investigate and make a determination
as to whether the student is missing. Actions may include, but are not limited to, checking
the student’s campus dorm room, analyzing class schedule, contacting friends, faculty
or other known associates of the student, attempting to locate the student’s vehicle and
calling the student’s cell phone. If the Ofce of Student Affairs concludes that a student
is missing, he or she shall notify any other appropriate law enforcement authority and the
Vice President and Dean of Student Affairs within 24 hours of such determination. The
Vice President and Dean of Student Affairs or designee shall then notify any other appro-
priate University Ofcer. If it is determined that a student has been missing for 24hours,
the Vice President and Dean of Student Affairs (or designee) shall contact the student’s
emergency contact.
Psychological Crises
Counseling and Psychological Services | Andrew Chamberlin, Licensed Professional
Counselor | [email protected] | Provides condential mental health and relational
counseling for students of the Livingston Campus community free of charge. Additional
services provided are the following: Counseling assessment, Crisis Intervention,
Referrals, One-on-one, group and relationship counseling. In the event of an emergency,
dial 911.
COVID-19 RESPONSE AND GUIDELINES
Cleary University’s policies and protocols for responding to the COVID-19 pandemic will
be rooted in safety for our staff, safety for our faculty and students and for the public we
interact with.
The primary goals for Cleary University’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic are to
protect public health and continue the institution’s vital mission of education.
Cleary’s plans will also be aligned and consistent with local orders and ordinances of
the City of Howell and Livingston County, as well as the State of Michigan
Our knowledge and understanding of the COVID-19 virus continues to evolve, and
our policies and plans will be updated as appropriate as more information becomes
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available.
University COVID-19 Requirements
Entering Campus Buildings
Health Surveillance
For more information in regards to COVID-19 Response and Guidelines, please review
Cleary COVID-19 Safe Start plan located at:
https://cleary.edu/student-guide-and-frequently-asked-questions/covid-19-information
Maintenance Requests
In the event that you have a maintenance issue in your room/oor/building (e.g., light
bulb, door lock, or water leak) report the issue to Residence Life by emailing them at:
OFF CAMPUS HOUSING:
GENERAL INFORMATION
We believe a student’s Cleary community experience is most engaging when he or she
lives on campus, so all traditional students are required to live in Cleary housing for four
consecutive semesters (excluding summers) unless the student meets one of the follow-
ing exceptions:
1. Is residing with parents or legal guardians at their primary residence within a 25 mile
radius of Cleary University;
2. Have achieved 60 or more credit hours during their degree;
3. Is 23 years of age or older by the rst day of class in the fall semester of the academic
year for which an exception is requested;
4. Is legally married;
5. Is a parent of dependent child(ren);
6. Has time served as a member of the United States armed services.
Allergies, dietary needs, and nancial hardships generally do not entitle students to live
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off campus prior to meeting the off-campus stipulations described above.
A HOLD will be placed on a student’s account who does not meet the qualications to
live off campus and fails to reserve a room during the designated term. Final approval to
live off campus must be granted by the Director of Housing before a student may enter
into an agreement that would bind them nancially, morally, or legally to live off campus.
Students not obtaining this permission in advance will be given the choice of moving
back into a residence hall or withdrawing from the University. Students on disciplinary
probation or under other disciplinary sanctions may be required to live on campus. In
such instances, it will be the student’s responsibility to negotiate his or her release from
any long-term lease. The University will not be responsible for losses sustained by stu-
dents who are required to move back on campus. Failure to move back on campus,
when required, may result in a student’s immediate suspension. Students approved
for off-campus housing are subject to all policies, rules and regulations set forth in this
handbook, except for those under the section entitled “Residence Life.” Providing false
information while applying to live off-campus may result in disciplinary action, up to and
including suspension or dismissal. Students who have been approved to live off-campus
must reapply to live off-campus in order to move to another location other than the ad-
dress provided in their original off-campus application.
STUDENT RESOURCES AND SUPPORT
Admissions | 800.686.1883 | [email protected]
Contact for information on degrees and programs offered, application process, and en-
rollment assistance.
Athletics | Athletic Director, Heather Bateman | [email protected]
Coaches and the Athletic Director handle Athletic Scholarships
Financial Aid | 517.338.3015 | [email protected]
Questions regarding nancial aid, scholarships, loans, and FAFSA
Business Ofce | 517.338.3320 | businessof[email protected]
Questions regarding tuition, statements, and payment plans
Career Development | 800.686.1883 Ext. 1558 | [email protected]
At Cleary University, our Career Development ofce is here to assist and support our
students in all of your career related endeavors. Our goal is to help you develop the
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experiences that provide you with opportunities to explore your strengths and passions,
help you understand career fundamentals, assist in building a professional network, add
relevant experience to your resume, and achieve your career goals! Please direct all
questions regarding career development, internships, and career advice to our Career
Development Team.
Registrar | 517.338.3328 | [email protected]
Questions regarding Cleary University transcript (including GPA), academic probation
status, Dean’s List, graduation application, commencement questions, diploma, and
FERPA.
IT Support | [email protected]
Cleary’s Information Technology (IT) ofce provides network, telephone, software and
computer support for students. The IT ofce is located in the Chrysler Building. Students
can always reach IT by submitting a Help Desk ticket at: [email protected].
Academic Advising | [email protected]
Each student is assigned an academic advisor following their initial registration. Aca-
demic advisors will work to build relationships with students, enable them to develop
academic skills, encourage them to explore their strengths, and create goals to advance
their careers. Our proactive advising model will help identify academic challenges pri-
or to the occurrence of problems. Contact your advisor regarding course registrations,
course withdrawal, or academic concerns.
Tutoring and Student Success Center – Chrysler Hall | [email protected]
Academic tutoring is free of charge to students 1 hr/wk. Email to schedule prociency
exams, tutoring, and small study areas. The Tutor Request Form can be located here:
https://cleary.libwizard.com/f/request_a_tutor
Writing Center | Student Success Center – Chrysler Hall RM209 | [email protected]
Face-to-face and virtual assistance with writing projects, rough drafts, polishing, and APA
style and citation
Student Portal
Web portal for students to access class schedule, review grades, nancial aid, tuition,
payment plan setup, transcripts, add and drop classes. The Add/Drop/Withdraw Policy
is located on the front page of the Student Portal. Student account balance and refund
amounts are located in the “Tuition Statement” section of the Student Portal.
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University Library | [email protected]
To meet the needs of our students, all essential resources are available online, 24/7
on the Cleary Online Library. The Cleary Online Library is an information portal, and a
source for learning more about library resources and services, and for initiating project
research. To receive services without coming to campus, students may take advantage of
the e-mail services provided by the librarian.
RedShelf
Student textbooks are available in the Canvas course space via the RedShelf Course Ma-
terials link. RedShelf is Cleary University’s textbook integration platform, paid for by the
student tech fee. Because the textbooks are already in Canvas, students will have instant
access to the latest editions with no additional out-of-pocket costs. RedShelf textbooks
are interactive and support highlighting, note taking, and other study aids. Printing is
contingent on publisher permission.
Disability Resource Services | 517.338.3068 | [email protected]
Cleary University is committed to supporting students with disabilities. Students with
disabilities should rst contact Kirsten Shepard at the Disability Resource Center, at
[email protected] for more information. The Disability Resource Center
works with students to provide necessary services and appropriate accommodations for
their courses and/or access to classrooms and services. The Disability Resource ofce is
housed in the Student Success Center, located in Chrysler Hall 209.
Students who have had their disabilities documented, who anticipate issues or experi-
ence barriers in their courses, are encouraged to contact the instructor. The Disability
Resource Center is available, if needed, to serve as an advocate in these discussions, as
well as to ensure reasonable accommodations. Unless otherwise requested, professors
will be notied of a student’s necessary accommodations at the beginning of each se-
mester.
All facilities on the Howell campus are single story with the exception of the student
apartment building. While the apartment building does not have an elevator, ADA
compliant housing is available on the rst oor. Facilities at other Cleary sites are also
ADA-compliant, handicap accessible, including elevators. For more information related
to access to facilities, please contact the Cleary’s Project Manager, George Horn, at
Student Clubs | [email protected]
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Clubs are fun and informative, student-directed, staff/faculty mentored, and meet on
campus regularly.
Delta Sigma Pi | [email protected]
The Phi Omega chapter of Delta Sigma Pi is Cleary University’s professional business
fraternity dedicated to membership, scholarship, and service.
DECA | [email protected]
DECA Inc. is a 501(c)(3) not-for-prot organization with more than 5,000 members in
over 300 colleges and universities worldwide. DECA’s purpose and mission is to prepare
emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, nance, hospitality and
management through competitions, experiential learning and project based activities
that require solutions with practical outcomes. Prior high school DECA experience is a
plus but not a prerequisite to join at Cleary University.
National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) | [email protected]
Cleary University is proud to announce its afliation and partnership with the National
Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) beginning in Fall 2020. The NSLS is the na-
tion’s largest leadership honor society with over 1,211,092 members at 702 colleges
nationwide.
The NSLS offers life-changing lectures from the nation’s leading presenters and a com-
munity where like-minded, success-oriented individuals come together and help one
another succeed. The NSLS also serves as a powerful force of good in the greater com-
munity by encouraging and organizing action to better the world.
Students who demonstrate leadership skills and have a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher
are nominated to join by Cleary University and receive honorary distinctions with NSLS.
Upon nomination, students who would like to pursue membership must complete and
attend Orientation, Leadership Training Day, 3 Speaker Broadcasts and 3 Success Net-
working Team meetings to be fully initiated in NSLS.
Drama Club | [email protected]
The Drama Club is devoted to the study and performance of live theatre, including the
business and marketing aspects. Our goal is to see, as a group, a minimum of 4 pro-
fessional and amateur theatrical productions a year and meet with the cast, crew and
production teams to see just HOW they managed to pull it off! In addition, the Drama
Club will produce its own small, yearly production at the end of Spring semester. This
production will be decided upon by the club members and staff/faculty sponsors and
performed at The Historic Howell Theater for a single weekend. The faculty sponsor for
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The Drama Club is David Hayes and the staff sponsor is Kirsten Shepard.
Veteran Resource Center | [email protected]
Cleary University has earned recognition on lists that honor the top colleges, universities,
and trade schools in the country. We embrace America’s military service members, vet-
erans, and spouses as students and ensure their success on campus. Some of the awards
include 2016 Military Friendly Employer, 2017 Military Friendly School designation from
Victory Media, 2017 Bronze Recognition from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency, and
2018 Top Colleges & Universities for Military Advanced Education & Transition. Cleary
University has also achieved the much-honored status by the Michigan Veterans Affairs
Agency (MVAA) as a “Gold-level” veteran-friendly school for 2019-2020.
Veterans Resource Center is here to provide current and future veteran students at
Cleary University with the support necessary to improve their academic advancement,
career assistance, civic engagement, and to help extend service delivery for veteran
counseling and benets services.
Student Life | Associate Dean of Students, Matt Oliver | [email protected] or
Student Activities, Ombudsman, Title IX, and Spiritual Direction.
Residence Life & Housing | Director of Housing, Julia Cassell | [email protected]
Through your residential experience, you’ll grow within your community, learn what it
means to be a good neighbor in a global society, and develop independent living skills
that will prepare you for post-graduation.
Spiritual Life | Matt Oliver, Associate Dean of Students | [email protected]
Cleary University’s Associate Dean of Students, Matt Oliver, is a condential resource
available to support you during a personal crisis, navigating conicts and exploring
spiritual questions. Matt also provides support to members of the campus community
of any religious afliation (or none) and also to those who seek spiritual life beyond the
structures of particular traditions, and nourishes the broadly construed spiritual life of the
campus community.
Counseling and Psychological Services | Andrew Chamberlin, Licensed Professional
Counselor | [email protected]
Provides condential mental health and relational counseling for students of the Living-
ston Campus community free of charge. Additional services provided are the following:
Counseling assessment, Crisis Intervention, Referrals, One-on-one, group and relation-
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ship counseling.
Student Ombudsman | [email protected]
The role of the Ombudsman is to provide assistance to students, faculty, and staff in
identifying and evaluating their options for resolving and managing conicts, provide
mediation support, and make referrals to other appropriate university and community
resources.
The Ombudsman provides a completely condential, independent and neutral dispute
resolution service for all members of the university community.
In the event of an emergency, the Ombudsman is the main contact between the student,
the student’s family and the University. When a student emergency exists, the Ombuds-
man has the responsibility for notifying the student’s instructors, and for contacting fami-
ly members and other appropriate personnel.
The Ombudsman may advise an individual on how to make an ofcial complaint to the
University about a particular problem. They may also identify problem and conict areas
within the University and recommend improvements to the University leadership.
Cleary University Mainline | 800.686.1883
Contact for any information, needs, or concerns
EFFECTIVE DATE
This Student Handbook was amended and restated as of July 1, 2021 supersedes any
prior handbooks previously in effect. In the event of a conict between the provisions of
this Student Handbook and any other policy of Cleary University, the provisions of this
Student Handbook shall control.
This Student Handbook will be reviewed annually. The policies and procedures set forth
in this Student Handbook are subject to amendment at any time by Cleary University
without prior notice. Any material amendments will promptly be communicated or
disseminated to students within 30 days of adoption.
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