Every student deserves a positive educational experience. The Dean of Students is here to ensure that your experience at FVCC is positive and to address any issues that may arise.
The Dean of Students is a primary resource for connecting students who are navigating personal, academic or other situations to supportive campus and community resources. The Dean of Students will discuss the situation with you and provide guidance on available options.
All reports made to the Dean of Students will be taken seriously and information will be provided to the proper office for review.
As members of the campus community, it is your choice whether to report an incident. The Dean of Students will support you during this process by providing information, support and advocacy.
Copies of the Code of Student Conduct, Student Conduct Procedures, Student Complaint Procedures, and Student Complaint Form may be obtained from the Dean of Students or online in the Board Policies section.
Policies and Procedures
Academic Misconduct
Students at FVCC are expected to uphold their academic responsibilities. Academic misconduct is also known as academic dishonesty and academic integrity.
If you are a student, faculty, or staff member, please view the procedures below to file a report regarding an academic integrity violation. If you have any questions, please contact the Dean of Students.
The FVCC CARE Team reviews reports about student behavior and determines the best course of action to support the student and intervene before the behavior escalates.
The mission is to promote a safe and productive learning, living and working environment by addressing the needs of students through coordination and assessment of information and developing a supportive plan.
If you sense something that does not seem right, the team asks that you submit a CARE Referral or contact the FVCC CARE coordinator at (406) 756-3812.
Student Complaints
A student has the right to lodge a complaint or grievance. FVCC is committed to ensuring that all concerns and complaints of students are addressed fairly and are resolved promptly.
To file a student complaint, please view the procedures below. Reach out to the Dean of Students for assistance or if you have questions.
Flathead Valley Community College students are responsible for knowing the information, policies, and procedures outlined in college policies.
The Code of Student Conduct and the Student Conduct Procedures (PDF) apply to the conduct of individual students and all college affiliated student organizations.
The Dean of Students coordinates and facilitates the conduct process in response to an incident that violated the Code of Student Conduct.
For more information about Title IX and the FVCC Discrimination, Harassment, Sexual Misconduct, Stalking and Retaliation policy and procedure visit the page below.
Contact the Dean of Students for support and consultation via phone, email and appointments between 8:30am-4pm Monday-Friday.
The Dean of Students may communicate with students through a communication system called Maxient. If you receive a notification that you have a Maxient letter for pickup, please ensure you read that communication promptly.
