Do you know anyone that made a mistake years ago but is a great person now? If so, you should enforce new standards upon NVCC.

Their approach to individuals with non-violent criminal records is out-of-date and based off unacceptable reasoning today. Rather, in order to adequately address personnel-shortage issues, Boards should consider how to leverage smart-on-crime strategies.

The following study shows that there is not relation between medical-crimes occuring and whether a person had a criminal record in their history.

The Use of Criminal Records in College Admissions, Center for Community Alternatives-Innovative Solutions for Justice:

-"No link has been established between having a criminal record and posing a risk to campus safety."

-"Having a criminal record is not an unusual characteristic in America today."

-"Criminal records are often innaccurate and/or misleading."

-"Accepting applicants with criminal records promotes public safety."

-"Higher education opens the doors of opportunity, enhances critical thinking, and leads to better and more stable employment."

-"Studies show that education dramatically reduces recidivism."

-"Universities promote public safety when they open their doors to people with criminal records who demonstrate the commitment and qualifications to pursue education."