
2.D.1 Institutional Representation
The institution represents itself clearly, accurately, and consistently through its announcements, statements, and publications. It communicates its academic intentions, programs, and services to students and to the public and demonstrates that its academic programs can be completed in a timely fashion. It regularly reviews its publications to ensure accuracy and integrity in all representations about its mission, programs, and services.
2.D.1 EV.#1: Description of procedures or process for reviewing published materials for academic programs
- GA-22 College Publications - 2005
- GA-26 Social Media - 1/10/2013
- GA-19 Logo & Trademark Use Guidelines - 1/10/2013
- GA-27 Copyright Infringement Policy - 1/10/2013
- GA-29 Web 6/1/2013
- Communications & Media Relations
2.D.1 EV.#2: Links to program information that demonstrate clear information about time to completion for programs
GRC Program Catalog that demonstrates required credits for each program: Programs of Study - Green River College - Modern Campus Catalog™
2.D.1 EV.#3: Description of procedures or process for reviewing published materials about services available to students
GRC relevant information about reviewing published materials , webpage indicates “constantly updated to provide fresh content and opportunity for reader interaction”, Communications & Media Relations
2.D.1 EV.#4: Description or evidence of recruiting practices that ensures accurate information is provided to prospective students
CONVERSION STRATEGY - 4. Partnership with Recruitment & Outreach (page 12-13)
2.D.2 Ethics and Complaints
The institution advocates, subscribes to, and exemplifies high ethical standards in its management and operations, including in its dealings with the public, NWCCU, and external organizations, including the fair and equitable treatment of students, faculty, administrators, staff, and other stakeholders and constituencies. The institution ensures that complaints and grievances are addressed in a fair, equitable, and timely manner.
2.D.2 EV.#1: Policies and procedures for reviewing internal complaints, including:
- Student academic-related grievances
- Discrimination
- Title IX
- Evidence that complaint information is provided to students and prospective students with contact information for filing complaints with its accreditor and with state approval or licensing entity that would appropriately handle a student’s complaint
- Description of process for maintaining a record of qualifying student complaints for seven years or longer and the processing of such complaints
State Policies and Procedures:
- RCW 42.52 Ethics in Public Service
- Washington State Executive Ethics Board training
- Americans With Disabilities Act, ADA
- Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
- Students with Disabilities Core Services, RCW 28B.10.912
- Students with Disabilities Accommodation, RCW 28B.10.914
- Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, FERPA
- WAC 132J-126-300 Recordkeeping
Institutional:
- GP-6 Board Code of Ethics - 10/17/2013
- GA-23 Ethics – 6/18/2013
- HR-22 Nondiscrimination and Harassment policy. - 8/14/2020
- GA-11 Sex Discrimination Grievance Procedure - 8/14/2020
- Title IX reporting guidance
- Discrimination/Harassment Formal Complaint Form
- Reporting Incidents
- Non-Discrimination & Accessibility
Students:
- IN-5 Student Complaint Process – 5/22/2019
- Consumer Protection Student Complaint Process
- Instruction Student Complaint Process
Faculty:
article V: Terms of Employment Section S Complain (page 36)
Staff:
- 2025-2027 Washington Federal State Employees - Higher Education
- article 2 Non-Discrimination (page 1);
- article 3 Workplace Behavior (page 2);
- article 29 Discipline (page 62);
- article 30 Grievance Procedure (pp. 64-69);
- appendix K TITLE IX (page A-31)
2.D.2 EV.#2: Policies and procedures for reviewing external complaints and grievances
- GA-11 Sex Discrimination Grievance Procedure – 8/14/2020
2.D.3 Conflicts of Interest
The institution adheres to clearly defined policies that prohibit conflicts of interest on the part of members of the governing board(s), administration, faculty, and staff.
2.D.3 EV.#1: Policies and procedures prohibiting conflict of interests among employees and board members
State Ethics in Public Service:
- Chapter 42.52 RCW: ETHICS IN PUBLIC SERVICE
- 2025-2027 Washington Federal State Employees - Higher Education
article 28 Privacy and Off-Duty Conduct (page 62)
GRC Ethics Policies and Procedures - Employees:
- GA-23 Ethics - 10/17/2013
- Faculty CBA - Green River College Agreement
article XII: Termination Of Employment - Section B: Dismissal for Cause (page 92)
GRC Ethics Policies and Procedures - Board:
- GP-6 Board Code of Ethics - 10/17/2013
Additional Policies: