BUSINESS CASUAL DRESS CODE

The purpose of RSM is to not only strengthen the student’s Christian walk, but also to prepare the student for ministry. With this in mind, professionalism in dress and conduct is imperative. It is the desire of this school that all of the students be dressed modestly and in good taste. The dress code outlined below applies at all times when attending classes, during school hours, and during church services, including off campus activities.

The Dean, any faculty member, school/church staff member, or school administrator is authorized to speak to any student out of dress code. If there is a question about any aspect of dress code, the Dean’s word is final. We reserve the right to amend the dress code during the year if necessary.

WOMEN – ACCEPTABLE ATTIRE

Acceptable attire includes dresses, blouses, skirts, collared shirts, suits, blazers/jackets, sweaters, and turtlenecks with dress slacks and dressy jeans that are modestly fitting.

Blouses:

All blouses and sweaters must have capped sleeves, cover cleavage, back, stomach and midriff area entirely at all times, even when arms are raised. No pullover hoodies.

Pants:

  • Slacks (buttoned with zipper) must cover the hip, preferably worn at the waist and fit modestly. A pair of slacks, has either no pockets in the back or the back pocket is made of lining. This means that if your pants have outside pockets, they are not slacks.

  • Jeans allowed only if dressy and not distressed, weathered, or torn. No spandex material

Dresses/Skirts:

  • Dress/skirt length must be mid-knee or longer and fit modestly. Hemline of skirts should be mid-knee or longer, front and back.

  • Any slit on the front of a skirt or dress may not rise above the knee. Any slit on the side or back may not exceed 3-4 inches above the knee.

Shoes:

  • Dressy strap sandals (straps around the back of the heel)

  • Dressy mules

  • Dress shoes (heals or flats)

  • Boots

General Appearance:

  • All students are expected to observe good hygiene and wear clean clothing

  • No advertisements, excessive designs, wording, or logos on them

  • At no time should underwear be visible including when you bend over

  • Undergarments should not be visible through your clothing. All sheer or transparent garments must be accompanied by a non-transparent garment underneath (e.g., shells)

  • Undergarments should be supportive and not show any details of the anatomy

  • If wearing open-toe shoes, please have well-groomed feet and toenails

  • Hair must be clean, neatly groomed and well kept. (Professional style and natural coloringand highlighting are acceptable)

  • Earrings are permitted (no body piercing, gauges, earing piercing retainer)

  • Jewelry may be worn in moderation

 

MEN – ACCEPTABLE ATTIRE

Acceptable attire includes collared shirts, oxfords, Polo's, or collared short-sleeve shirts may be worn. Also, dress or casual slacks, khakis, or Dockers-type slacks, clean and dressy jeans. All clothing is to be pressed and neat without stains, holes, tears, or ragged edges on clothing.

Shirts:

  • Shirts worn untucked must be acceptable length and not sloppy

  • Ties are optional.

  • No pullover hoodies

Pants:

  • Slacks must be worn at the waist

  • Please note not all Dockers brands are slacks and all Khakis are not either

  • Pant hem must reach your ankles

  • Jeans allowed only if dressy and not distressed, weathered, or torn

No spandex material

Shoes:

  • Dress shoes or dressy casual shoes with socks are required (no sport socks allowed)

General Appearance:

  • Beards and mustaches must be kept clean, groomed, and at an appropriate length

  • Hair must be neatly groomed and well kept

  • Longer hair must be tied up and out of the face (no man buns)

  • All students are expected to observe good hygiene and wear clean clothing

  • No advertisements, excessive designs, wording, or logos on them

  • At no time should underwear be visible including when you bend over

  • Undershirts should be worn under dress shirts at all times

  • Pants should fit modestly and not show any details of the anatomy

  • Hair must be clean, neatly groomed and well kept. (professional style and natural coloring are acceptable, no bleaching)

  • Earrings are not permitted (no body piercing, gauges, earing piercing retainer)

  • Moderately sized jewelry is acceptable

  • Hats are not permitted inside