May 19, 2026  
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027 
    
BC3 Academic Catalog: 2026-2027

Mobile Device Usage Policy - Students


This policy applies to, but is not limited to, the use of mobile/cellular phones, laptop/notebook/tablet computers, smart phones and PDAs, and any mobile device capable of storing corporate data and connecting to an unmanaged network, hereinafter referred to as “mobile device.” Mobile devices can further be defined as having the ability to receive and/or transmit voice, text, data messages and/or internet usage without a cable connection.

General Mobile Device Use

A. During class sessions, all mobile devices should be on silent or vibrate mode. Students may access their mobile device in the event that their mobile devices activate simultaneously due to the e2Campus Alert System.

B. During testing situations and/or when directed by the instructor, the use of a mobile device is prohibited and mobile devices must be turned off. The instructor may leave his/her mobile device on silent or vibrate in the event that an alert would be sent over the e2Campus Alert System during testing situations.

C. To protect the privacy of the faculty, staff, students, and visitors, students are prohibited from using their mobile device as a means to photograph and/or record any individual(s) in any form (audio and/or video) without that individual’s knowledge and consent.

D. The use of mobile devices to photograph and/or record a test, classroom material, private information, and/or related item is prohibited.

E. The College will not be liable for the loss of personal mobile devices brought onto campus and/or an off-campus location.

F. Any connection to the College’s information services must adhere to the Acceptable Use of Technology Policy.

G. Students have no expectation of privacy when connected to the College’s information services.

Failure to follow the provisions of this policy could result in a violation of the Student Code of Conduct and could result in disciplinary action.