Student services and activities are intended to contribute to a student’s adjustment to college life. It is hoped that such activities will facilitate his or her process of social, academic, and vocational direction and development while attending CMI.

To create and provide an environment of support that enhances and fosters students’ learning as well as personal and professional growth. Develop and execute educational programs that would spark interest and motivation within the community. Work closely and collaboratively with all stakeholders in determining areas of needed improvement.

A student whose semester GPA is less than 2.0 will be notified by the Registrar and will be encouraged to seek academic counseling. A student who is placed on probation will be allowed to enroll at CMI for one more semester on probationary status.

The program of activities includes informative discussions regarding college programs, registration process, academic regulations, library resources, course selection with advisors, college rules and regulations, and financial aid requirements, information and procedures.

Counseling Services are designed to help students develop academic and personal skills in order to succeed in College. They are categorized into three major folds:

• Personal
  
  Development of positive selfimage, student responsibilities such as punctuality, conscientiousness, diligence etc, and resolution of problem behaviors such as stress, addictions and depression and character building through leadership development program and men/women support group.
  
  
• Educational
  
  Selection of an academic major, assistance with self-motivation, study skills, time management, exam preparation, student transfer, admission application to four year colleges, scholarship application, tutoring, the provision of information on studying abroad (admission requirements, financial aid, on campus accommodation) and the provision of information and administration of Standardized Tests such as TOEFL, SAT, SSAT, GRE etc.
  
  
• Career
  
  Assist students identify career options appropriate to one’s abilities, interests and values and the provision of information on career opportunities in the public and private sector.

Usually students access Counseling Services on a self-initiated basis. Concerned faculty refers students for counseling on absenteeism, tardiness, disturbing behavior, digressing academic performance and for tutoring. In supporting students’ success, Counselors visit students and conduct classroom counseling on positive self- image, students responsibilities and character building including the organizing of informative programs on alcohol, career and health related issues. Students on academic warning, and those placed on academic probation as well as readmitting students (after academic dismissals) receive letters from the Dean of Student and Community Services encouraging them to seek counseling in order to identify and correct problem areas to promote college success. Counseling Services also cater for the needs of regional and international students with regard to adjusting and acclimatizing to the CMI environment.

CMI counselors work in a wide variety of public and private arenas, including health care, job training, career development, and vocational rehabilitation. They also work with government agencies and private organizations engaged in community improvement and social changes, including drug and alcohol rehabilitation.

Limited health services are currently available for CMI students through on-campus clinic managed by the CMI Nursing Department. CMI students who are RMI citizens are automatically covered under the Basic Health Care Plan at the Majuro Hospital. CMI students who are from FSM, Palau, or CNMI will be required to pay $17.00 per doctor’s visit at the hospital during their first year; thereafter they will pay $5.00 per visit

On-campus housing is limited. One dormitory, which houses nursing students who do not have housing in Majuro, consists of two wings, one for men and one for women. Another dormitory, funded by the Asian Development Bank, houses education majors who do not have housing in Majuro. This two-story structure houses women on the first floor and men on the second floor. Special exceptions for students living in the dormitories may be approved by the Administration through the Board of Regents. Contact the Dean of Student and Community Services for further information.

The Student Activities Coordinator and the Student Body Association (SBA) plan, organize, and supervise activities for the college community. Students plan a wide variety of activities such as community service, dances, movies, parties, picnics, and sports. All students are encouraged to participate and take advantage of the opportunities provided.

CMI’s athletic program is organized to answer students’ need for physical exercise and recreation. The intramural recreation program provides students with an opportunity to take part in individual or team activities. Intramural competition includes basketball, volleyball, and softball. There are also occasional opportunities for extramural competition.

CMI has a constitutional government referred to as the Student Body Association (SBA). All registered full- and part-time students are members of this Association. The SBA officers are elected annually on the second Friday of September and are responsible for administering the affairs of the Association. The Student Council includes the SBA President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, Public Relations Officer, Recreation Coordinators, and representatives from program areas and departments. The SBA Student Council holds regular monthly meetings, and special meetings may be held when necessary. Students must be enrolled on a fulltime basis and be in good standing (i.e., not on academic or disciplinary probation) in order to hold office.

All activities sponsored in the name of the College must have the approval of the College. An approved organization sponsoring an activity is obliged to comply with the rules and regulations of the College.

Each student is a member of a club representing his/her major. Students may also form their own organizations based on particular interest. Department clubs meet at least monthly with a Department faculty advisor to sponsor activities, provide understanding of the major and provide for further communication among faculty, staff and students. Clubs elect officers including President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer and Student Body Association representative.

The college maintains the right to make and enforce rules for conduct. This includes the right to discipline or dismiss at any time a student whose conduct, academic standing, or health is such that the Administration believes it undesirable for that student to continue at the College. The Student Handbook specifies acts subject to College sanctions. Such acts include, but are not limited to, the following: academic dishonesty, including cheating and plagiarism; sexual assault on members of the campus community; carrying of dangerous weapons; possession or being under the influence of illegal drugs and/or alcohol; disrespect; and offensive and/or threatening behavior. The Student Conduct Board addresses any referrals regarding student misconduct.

Students who feel that an administrative or instructional decision affecting them needs examining may present their case according to the following grievance process. The steps are followed until the concern is resolved.

• The student first confers either directly with the person concerned or through an intermediary.
• The student confers with the Dean of the Division concerned.
• If the student feels that the issue has not been resolved by the above and wants to pursue the issue, he/she submits a signed statement to the Dean of the division requesting a Grievance Committee hearing.
• The Grievance Committee submits its recommendations to the Dean of the Division concerned.
• The Dean of the Division concerned, after reviewing the recommendations and conferring with the President or Executive Council, will respond with appropriate action to the student.
• If the student wishes, she/he may write an appeal of the decision. The grievance process is further explained in the Student Handbook, which is available from the Student Services Office.