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2008-09 Shasta College CatalogPage 5The CollegeA Brief HistoryIn the Centennial year of California and Shasta County (1950), ShastaCollege opened its first campus. As part of the state’s Centennialcelebration, President Harry S. Truman spoke at the college’sThompson Field. There were 26 original faculty members.Shasta College extends its educational, cultural, and recreationalfacilities and services to all people in Shasta, Tehama, and TrinityCounties, including parts of Lassen, Modoc, and HumboldtCounties, an area that is more than 10,000 square miles, which islarger than the State of Massachusetts. An eight-member Board ofTrustees, which includes a non-voting Student Trustee, representsthe Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District.Shasta College was founded in 1948 as part of the Shasta Union HighSchool District. The Shasta College campus was originally a fur andtrading center of the Wintu Indians, later owned by a soldier and hisfamily after the Mexican-American War. After opening its doors onEureka Way in the fall of 1950, with 256 day students, Shasta Collegegrew so rapidly that, in 1964, voters approved a bond issue forconstruction of a 337-acre campus at the main campus location. Astate-of-the-art 1.5 million Early Childhood Education child carecenter and instructional facility opened in the fall of 2005. A new44,000 square foot Health Sciences and University Center opened inthe fall of 2007, which houses the college’s Dental Hygiene andNursing Programs. It also serves as host to baccalaureate degreeprograms offered by both public and private universities.Shasta College is part of the California Community College system,which is the largest system of higher education in the world, with109 colleges organized into 72 districts and research has shownthat students who have an A.A. or A.S. degree will make anaverage yearly salary which is 50% higher than a person with lessthan a high school diploma. Also according to that Census,students who have an A.A. or A.S. degree will make an averageyearly salary which is 24% higher than a person with only a highschool diploma. The college has articulation agreements tofacilitate transfer to the University of California and California StateUniversity systems, and many private college campuses.The Shasta College mascot is the Knight. In 1955, the Shasta CollegeMotor Knights Club, built a knight with a suit of armor and lance. Hisname is “Oakey Doaks” (named for a cartoon character of the time).Because of the diversified goals and needs of its students, ShastaCollege offers a wide range of programs and services, includingcounseling, tutoring, financial aid, performing arts and athleticevents, student activities, veterans’ services, cultural events, lectureseries, workshops, and art exhibits. Shasta College has extensiveofferings on the Internet and through Interactive Television (ITV).Shasta College also offers instruction and student services at theDowntown Campus, Intermountain Campus, Tehama Campus, andTrinity Campus and each location utilizes ITV and computerassisted learning to supplement on-site courses.Fall 2000 was the 50th Anniversary of Shasta College, serving thenorth state with pride and distinction.Welcome Everyone!Motor Vehicles on CampusOperation of motor vehicles on the Shasta College campusmust be conducted in a manner which ensures the safety of thedriver, passengers, pedestrians, and/or any others, and whichprevents damage to college property. The college is notresponsible for loss of any property or damage to any propertysustained by any person parking on campus.Parking on Campus: PARKING PERMITS ARE REQUIREDTO PARK ON CAMPUS. ALL PARKING IS ON A FIRSTCOME, FIRST-SERVED BASIS. PARKING PERMITS ARESOLD WITH NO GUARANTEE OF SPACE AVAILABILITY.Parking on campus is a privilege extended by the Board ofTrustees to those who have college-related business. Drivers ofvehicles on college property shall comply with the rules andregulations of the college. Parking privileges can be withdrawnfor violations of parking and traffic regulations. Regulations andreview process information are provided urity/parking/parkingtrafficreg06.pdf or may be obtained from Campus Safety at (530) 242-7911. Permits may be obtained at registration or from theCashier’s Office.Cost of Parking Permit: Refer to the Schedule of Classes orcall (530) 242-7911.Daily Parking Permits are available from parking permitmachines in various locations throughout the campus parking lots.These are valid for the day on which the permit is purchased.Parking permits must be displayed in plain view in theappropriate location according to Parking Regulations or acitation will be issued. There are no exceptions. Should youreceive a citation, follow the written instructions on the front ofthe citation. Restricted parking where regular permits arenot valid: 30 minute zones, staff spaces, handicapped spaces(blue) and car pool spaces.Car Pool Parking requires the purchase of a student permitand an additional permit which can be obtained withoutadditional cost through the Security Department.Enforcement: Campus parking and traffic safety regulations areenforced by Shasta College and the Redding Police Department.Security issues parking citations for violations. For additionalinformation contact campus parking at (530) 242-7911.Economic and WorkforceDevelopment (EWD)The Economic and Workforce Development (EWD) Divisionat Shasta College offers a variety of programs, services, andtraining for Businesses, Personal and Professional Growth,Nonprofit Organizations, and classes Just for Fun. For Businesses, we offer one-on-one consulting servicesavailable through the Small Business Development Center(SBDC) at Shasta College. From business start-up, toexpanding your business, the SBDC is your one-stoplocation! In addition, the EWD provides custom developedBusiness and Employee Training programs to improveyour businesses’ profitability and operational efficiency.The Center for Nonprofit Resources offers grant researchfacilities, member support, and courses to enhancenonprofit operations. These services provide the nonprofitcommunity with a valuable resource for success.We offer a variety of courses for Personal andProfessional development, from vocational training inAllied Healthcare to classes in Medical Billing and NotaryPublic. We also offer CEUs for healthcare professionalsas well as occupational certification programs.We also offer classes Just for Fun where you canexplore and develop new interests and hobbies. Wehave something for everyone!For additional information visit our website atwww.shastacollege.edu/ewdEconomic & Workforce Development DivisionShasta College Downtown Redding Campus1504 Market Street, Suite 200Redding, California 96001Voice: (530) 225-4835Facsimile: (530) 225-3904Email: ewd@shastacollege.edu

Page 6Chapter 1 – The CollegeCrime StatisticsFoundationThe Annual Shasta College Security Report is provided to helpensure a safe environment for our college community andprospective students and employees. This document containscrime statistics for the previous three years in addition tovaluable safety and security information. A complete copy ofthe Security Report may be obtained from the Security Officelocated in Room 5015. The report is also available through ourCampus Website:The Shasta College Foundation was established in 1995. TheShasta College Foundation is a 501 (c) (3) non-profitcorporation, organized by community spirited citizens to supportand benefit the Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint CommunityCollege District. The Foundation Board of Directors is made upof 17 volunteers representing Shasta, Tehama and TrinityCounties. The Foundation’s primary purpose is to raise fundsto support and benefit Shasta College. The Foundationrecognizes community and campus relationships as core to security/crimestat05.pdf .Extended EducationThe Extended Education Division of Shasta College is assignedthe responsibility to provide access to higher education forresidents beyond the traditional patterns of campus-basededucation and programs. It does so by offering a variety ofprograms and courses in surrounding communities designed forthose who seek to expand their interests, improve or broadentheir occupational and professional preparation, or further theirdegree aspirations.Contributions to the Shasta College Foundation take manyforms. Gifts of cash, gifts in kind, stock or securities, trusts, realestate, gifts in memorium, wills and bequests.Classes are held at each of the three campuses listed below aswell as other locations throughout the District. Classes areoffered in a variety of formats including live instruction and 2way interactive television (ITV) and many students are nowable to complete their degree or certificate without commutingto the main campus. Office hours at each campus are Mondaythrough Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Friday, 8:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m.Scott Thompson, Executive DirectorNancy de Halas, Administrative AssistantShasta College FoundationP.O. Box 496006, Redding, CA 96049-6006(530) 242-7512foundation@shastacollege.eduShasta CollegeTehama Campus900 Palm StreetRed Bluff, CA 96080tehama@shastacollege.edu530-529-8980Shasta CollegeTrinity Campus30 Arbuckle CourtWeaverville, CA 96093trinity@shastacollege.edu530-623-2231Shasta CollegeIntermountain Campus37581 Mountain View RoadBurney, CA rvices available at each campus include admissionsassistance, on-site registration and counseling, assessmentand orientation, tutoring, and career guidance.Field Trips and ExcursionsLiability PolicyThroughout the semester, the District may sponsor voluntaryoff-campus field trips/excursions. If you choose to participate,be advised that pursuant to California Code of Regulations,Subchapter 5, Section 55450, you have agreed to hold theDistrict, its officers, agents and employees harmless from anyand all liability or claims which may arise out of or in connectionwith your participation in the activity. Unless specificallyadvised otherwise, the college is not providing thetransportation and it is your responsibility to arrange for yourtransportation to and from the activity. If the College isproviding transportation but you do not use the transportation,you are responsible to make your own arrangements and theCollege assumes no responsibility or liability of any kind.The Foundation Executive Director is always available to assistdonors in establishing scholarships and in making othercontributions. Legal counsel is provided to those wishing tomake planned gifts. Please write or call:Open Access PolicyThe policy of this District is that, unless specifically exemptedby statute or regulation, every course, course section, or class,reported for state aid, wherever offered and maintained by theDistrict, shall be fully open to enrollment and participation byany person who has been admitted to the college(s) and whomeets such prerequisites as may be established pursuant toregulations contained in Article 2.5 (commencing with Section55200) of Subchapter 1 of Chapter 6 of Division 6 of Title 5 ofthe California Code of Regulations.Sexual Violence Prevention andEducation (AB 1088, amends Ed Code67385.7)Starting January 1, 2006, post secondary education districts arerequired to provide to students educational and preventiveinformation about sexual violence, in addition to the sexualharassment information required by Ed Code 66281.5. AtShasta College this information, titled Sexual Assault Policy, isfound on page 4 of the Crime Statistics report, posted on theCampus Security urity/sec.htmUnlawful Discrimination PolicyCompliance StatementThe Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College Districtcomplies with the California Education Code, Title 5 of theCalifornia Code of Regulations, all pertinent titles and sectionsof the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX regulations, theEducational Amendments of 1972, the Rehabilitation Act of1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and all otherapplicable federal, state, and local laws.

2008-09 Shasta College CatalogNondiscriminationIt is the policy of Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint CommunityCollege District to provide an environment free of unlawfuldiscrimination. The District is committed to equal opportunity ineducation programs, employment, and access to institutionalprograms and activities.The District, and each individual who represents the District,shall provide access to its services, classes, and programswithout regard to race, ethnic group identification, religion,creed, color, national origin, ancestry, disability (mental orphysical), age, sex (including gender), marital status, or sexualorientation, or the perception that a person has one or more ofthe foregoing characteristics.The District forbids and will not tolerate any form ofdiscrimination and has enacted administrative procedures toassure equal opportunity and to recognize and eliminateviolations of this policy in accordance with Title 5 regulationsand those of other agencies that administer state and federallaws regarding nondiscrimination. It is both illegal andprohibited by this policy to retaliate against any individual forfiling a complaint or participating in an investigation.Prohibition of Unlawful Discrimination or Harassment (includingsexual harassment)The Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College District iscommitted to providing an educational, employment, andbusiness environment that respects the dignity of individualsand groups. The District shall be free from unwelcome sexualadvances, sexual intimidation and exploitation, requests forsexual favors, sexual favoritism, and other verbal or physicalconduct or communications constituting unlawful discriminationor sexual harassment, as defined and otherwise prohibited bystate and federal law.Unlawful discrimination or harassment based on any of thefollowing statuses is prohibited and will not be tolerated: race,ethnic group identification, religion, creed, color, national origin,ancestry, disability (mental or physical), age, sex (includinggender), marital status, or sexual orientation, or the perceptionthat a person has one or more of the foregoing characteristics.It is both unlawful and a violation of this policy for anyone who isauthorized to recommend or take personal or educational actionaffecting an employee or student, or who is otherwiseauthorized to transact business or perform other acts orservices on behalf of the Shasta-Tehama-Trinity JointCommunity College District, to engage in any form of unlawfuldiscrimination or harassment including sexual harassment or toretaliate against any individual for filing a complaint in aninvestigation.Contact InformationThe Human Resources/Equal Opportunity Employment Office isresponsible for ensuring fair and equitable treatment. Theunlawful discrimination policy is available at the HumanResources Office and on-line. The office is located in theAdministration Building, Room 121, (530) 242-7640. Studentswith complaints of discrimination related issues may contactPatricia Demo, Associate Vice President HumanResources/Equal Opportunity Employment, at (530) 242-7640or Keith Brookshaw, Dean of Students and Support Programsat (530) 242-7628. For further information regarding Section504 of the Rehabilitation Act, contact the Section 504Coordinator, or the Dean of Student Services, Shasta College,11555 Old Oregon Trail, P.O. Box 496006, Redding, CA96049-6006, (530) 242-7628.Page 7PÓLIZA DE DISCRIMINACIÓN ILEGALDeclaración de CumplimientoEl Distrito del Shasta-Tehama-Trinity Joint Community College(Shasta College) cumple con el Código Educacional deCalifornia, el Título V del Código de Regulación de California,todos los Títulos y Secciones pertinentes del Acto de DerechosCiviles de 1964, el Título IX de los Enmiendas de Educación de1972, el Acto de Rehabilitación de 1973, la Ley paraestadounidenses con Incapacidades, y todas las demás leyesestatales y federal

Shasta College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges, 10 Commercial Blvd., Suite 204, Novato, CA 94949, TELEPHONE (415) 506-0234, FAX (415) 506-0238. Shasta College is listed as a public community college in the approved list of the Education Directory,