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Instance and Inspiration
Portions of copyrighted materials may be used under the Fair Use provisions for a limited time if the
faculty member or student found the material within a time frame that does not allow sufficient time to
ask for and receive permission from the copyright holder.

Fair Use is the legal doctrine that allows portions of copyrighted materials to be used without permission
of the copyright owner provided the used is fair and reasonable, does not substantially impair the value of
the materials, does not curtail the profits expected by the owner, and does not include the whole of the
work rather than a portion. Copyrighted works must be marked appropriately.
Students Use of Copyrighted Materials

Students may use copyrighted materials in their class presentations and assignments. Students may retain
a copy of their own work, including copyrighted material, for inclusion in a personal portfolio to be
displayed at a conference or for demonstrating their skills to prospective employers. Copyrighted works
must be marked appropriately.

Penalties for Copyright Infringement

 Civil penalties of up to $30,000 per infringed work and up to $150,000 per work for
willful infringements are enforced.
 Criminal penalties of up to 10 years in prison and a $250,000 fine for willful
infringements are enforced.
 Faculty and students may be subject to dismissal from BHCLR for willful infringements.

Corrective Action Procedures
Corrective action procedures may include denial of entry, conduct or academic probation, written
counseling, written warnings, suspension, administrative withdrawal, and/or administrative dismissal.
Corrective action is initiated when a student does not fulfill established requirements or reflect the
BHCLR Christian values and policies. A faculty member or administrative official may initiate a
corrective action based on the seriousness of the situation. The Program Director or Coordinator or
designee enforces suspension and dismissal corrective policies.

The action may follow a progressive path in some cases, but may be immediate and final in other cases. A
typical progressive path usually begins with a verbal coaching or warning followed by a written
conference or warning; then progresses through probation and suspension; and ultimately results in
administrative dismissal.

The college has the right to take corrective action based on information and evidence that it, in its sole
discretion, determines credible. At the same time, the college has the obligation to ensure that the rights of
the public and the student are protected.

Corrective action is initiated when the college receives information that a student’s conduct is illegal
and/or not exemplary of college policies, Values, Student Honor Code or BH Code of Ethical
Conduct.
A student is contacted regarding the time, date and place for corrective action conferences. Personal
contact confirmed by the student is preferred. Witnessed messages left on a message recorder or
voicemail are considered appropriate notification. During the conference, the student is informed of

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