5.0040R Loaning of Laptop Computers to Students

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I. Title of Regulation

5.0040R Loaning of Laptop Computers to Students

II. Objective of Regulation

To outline the manner of loaning laptop computers to Brookdale Community College students.

III. Authority

Bylaws of the Board of Trustees, Section 1.3034(l). N.J.S.A. 18A:64A-25.6.

IV. Regulation Statement

Brookdale Community College (College) has a supply of laptop computers that are available to students on a first-come, first served basis. The Chief Academic Officer, in conjunction with the Library Director, will process student laptop computer loan requests based on the requirements of the particular instructional program and availability of laptop computers. The College’s Bankier Library Director will manage the process of loaning laptop computers to students during a semester or term.

The Process

To borrow a laptop computer from the College, a student must:

• be a currently enrolled Brookdale student in good standing with no restrictions on his/her record.

• have a current College Student ID number and email address.

• have another photo ID such as a driver’s license, passport or State ID.

• read, understand and abide by the College’s Loaning of Laptop Computers to Students Regulation.

• sign a Laptop Computer Loan Agreement form. The student’s signature (or parent or legal guardian if under age 18) on the Laptop Computer Loan Agreement form is an acknowledgement of compliance with this Regulation and Loan Agreement.

Additional Information

• Only one laptop computer per student may be borrowed at a time.

• Availability is on first come, first served basis.

• Laptop computers are available for one (1) full semester or term.

• Laptop computers must be returned by the last day of the semester or term, or if the student withdraws from the College or eligible high school program, or if instructed by the College. Returns will be made by scheduled appointments. Notice of the designated location for the return of a laptop computer, date and time will be provided by the College to the student in advance.

• Upon return, students should allow 30 minutes for the laptop computer to be checked in by a College staff member who will verify that the laptop computer is in working order and provide the student with a delivery receipt, before the student leaves the Bankier Library or other designated drop-off location.

• Students borrowing a laptop computer are responsible for the safekeeping and return of it in good working order. If a laptop computer is lost, stolen, or damaged, the student is responsible for the cost of replacement. The replacement cost is the market value reflected in the Loan Agreement.

• A transcript hold or financial hold on the student’s account may be placed for failure to return a laptop computer when due or if payment for a fine levied is not made. The College may also institute a collection matter in the Superior Court for failure to return, or damage to, a loaned computer.

V. Responsibility for Implementation

Chief Academic Officer

Approved: President 4/08/2020
Updated: 1/24/2025

Laptop Computer Loan Agreement form