Access Policy

As a matter of College policy, all campus organizations and College-sponsored events are open to the full participation of all members of the Colby community without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, age, parental or marital status, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, or disability unrelated to job or course of study requirements. Exceptions to this policy may be granted, for compelling reasons only, by mutual agreement of the dean of faculty and the Academic Affairs Committee, or, in the case of student-sponsored events, by mutual agreement of the dean of faculty, the dean of students, and the College Affairs Committee.

All campus facilities are designated for the use of Colby students, faculty, staff, and others authorized by the director of security or the individual building’s director. However, except for residence halls, most College facilities are generally open to the public during the day and evening hours when classes are in session. The general public can attend specific cultural, educational, and athletic events, but their access to campus facilities is limited to the facilities in which the events are held. During periods when the College is officially closed, all College buildings are locked.