Campus Policies and Regulations
Living in Kanana Fou can be very demanding. Yet, it can also be an enriching experience. Students are
expected to understand and live by the rules and regulations that govern this theological institution. The
rules and codes are directed towards maintaining orderliness, proper conduct, and self-discipline as a
means of preparation for ministry. No one is expected to become completely prepared for ministry work
merely by observing rules. Nevertheless, the student who is not prepared to accept instruction will never
be prepared to give instruction. These regulations may change depending on circumstances. But students
will be notified in advance of any changes that are implemented.
Academic Integrity: Plagiarism or the passing on of someone's else's words/ideas or work without
proper citation/credit as your own in the submission of any academic work, will not be tolerated. It is an act
of cheating that does not reflect the Christian values that Kanana Fou stands for. Such an act can possibly
result in academic dismissal from the seminary. Cheating on exams and recycling term papers also
qualifies as plagiarism and is subject to the same punishment.
Adultery: Any student reported and proven guilty of committing acts of adultery, whether on or offcampus,
will be suspended from the seminary. The length of suspension will be determined by the Board
of Regents and the Committee of Elders.
Attendance: Students must attend all student body activities that are organized by the seminary.
Attendance is mandatory at worship services, classes, and all other major school activities.
Campus Sports Activities: Sports activities on campus are permitted only between the hours of 4:00
p.m. and 6:00 p.m. No sporting activities are allowed on campus beyond these set hours. Thursday at
1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. is the scheduled sports day for the seminary.
Character: Besides academics, character is one of the aspects of training in Kanana Fou and the
CCCAS take very seriously in preparing students for the ministry. When a student commits an act or a
series of acts that are unbecoming of the proper character that should be displayed by a student of this
seminary, whether on or off-campus, will result in indefinite suspension. The length of suspension will be
determined by the President or Dean.
Community Curfew: There is a mandatory curfew that runs from 11:00 p.m. through 4:30 a.m. During
this curfew, all lights should be turned-off except for reading table lamps for study. No student is allowed at
faculty or couples' quarters during this curfew, except on permission from the President or faculty.
Students are also encouraged to observe the 6:00 pm curfew. No student is allowed to leave the campus
ground after 6:00 pm without proper permission from the president.
Fighting and Inciting Trouble: Any student who incites trouble and fights on campus grounds or off
campus will be suspended immediately. The length of suspension will be determined by the President and
faculty.
Gambling: Kanana Fou will not tolerate a student who gambles. Anyone reported and proven guilty of
such an act will be suspended. The length of suspension will be determined by the President and faculty.
Intoxication and Drunkenness: Any student who is reported and convicted to have been under the
influence of alcohol or any illegal contraband, whether on or off-campus, will be suspended right away. The
length of suspension is 5 years, where the student will have to go through the entire admissions process in
order to be readmitted to the seminary.
Leaving Campus: At all time, students are required to stay on campus when school is in session.
Friday is scheduled as the "Outing Day" for the seminary. Any student who wishes to leave campus
anytime other than "Outing Day" will have to get permission from the President. In the absence of the
President, permission to leave campus will be granted by the Vice President.
Library Materials: Students are encouraged to obtain a library card for checking out books. Books or
library materials cannot be removed from the library without being properly issued or checked out at the
library desk by the librarian. Books or library materials must be returned on/before the due date. Fees are
charged for overdue books which must be paid. Anyone who loses a library book or material will be held
responsible for replacing the lost item. In most cases, it leads to disciplinary action.
Living Quarters: Females are not allowed in the single's dormitory. Married couples should advise
their female children to respect and keep away from the dormitory. After prayer curfew at 6:30 p.m.,
singles students are not allowed in the living quarters of married couples.
Proper Attire: Students are expected to wear the proper uniform of the week for classes and worship.
When leaving campus, students should also wear their weekly uniforms. Long pants are not allowed,
except during designating seminary work days. Collarless T-shirts are not allowed during activities that are
held in campus sanctuaries. Student wives are required to wear their proper attire (muumuu) at all times
when in public view.
Punctuality: Since the seminary emphasizes self-discipline, punctuality is very crucial. Students are
expected to be on time at worship services, classes, and all major school activities.
Seminary and Church Properties: All students must respect and care for church and seminary
property that is entrusted to them, including housing. Students will be held responsible for the repairs
and/or the replacement of any damaged property entrusted to them.
Unauthorized Preaching: Any student who has not conducted Sermon Class or has been advised by
the President and faculty not to preach outside of campus is ineligible to conduct any community worship
services off-campus. Students are encouraged and are reminded of their status for preaching prior to any
seminary break.
Vacation: During seminary vacation, all students are expected to leave the campus. Anyone who
wishes to remain on campus during seminary vacation must notify the President for housing arrangement.
Visitations: Visiting hours for the seminary is between 6:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. When students have
visitors who come after these hours, the President/faculty will need to be notified. Likewise, student
families or visitors who wish to enter the single's dormitory must acquire permission from the President or
faculty.
Violation of the Law Codes of American Samoa: Any student who is charged of violating the law
codes of American Samoa will be suspended from the seminary indefinitely. The implementation of this
suspension begins after proper consultation and the student is proven guilty of the charge(s).