The conditions and provisions set forth in this catalog should not be considered as a contract between the College and the student. The College reserves the right to make changes in conditions and provisions when such changes are deemed prudent. In practice such changes are rarely retroactive. Automobile travel and athletic activities involve an element of hazard which students and parents should recognize. The College is always cooperative and helpful in cases of accidents and injuries but is not liable for any expenses resulting from them.
Accident insurance is compulsory and is covered in the inclusive fee.
Bridgewater discourages frequent absences from its campus by students. Experience has shown that students fair better academically and otherwise when they remain an active part of the College community. The faculty is a central force in determining policy on academic matters and has significant influence on general college policy. The student body is organized into the administrative, legislative, and judicial branches. Through its president and appointed student members of faculty committees, students are also involved in many aspects of College operations.