transfer of credit and attendance policies
Here, we get several questions everyday about attendence and dress code policies. So we assist the current/future student with the issue and guide them to his or her student handbook.
I reference the catalog for various reasons, such as when dealing with stduent complaints and issues.
Program specific information, e.g. class descriptions, entrance requirments, externship hours.
Agreed, attendance policy and dress code seem to be a hot topic. Eventhough our students wear uniforms, piercings and tattoos are a constant topic of conversation.
I referance mostly the course syllabus, the requirements for the program. What is expected out of the student once they enter the program.
I would say academic information, course descriptions and school information. I would also emphasize for the student...student guidance and advising; highlighting the resources we have avaliable to help them. I believe the Course description is the most vital because it gives an overview of credits, hours, etc.
Russell - I am glad to hear that you regularly reference the catalog! I find that many overlook this valuable source of information that contains a wealth of information.
I always refer to the dress code policies and the attendance policies.
I use the school catalog all the time.I refer to the dress code and student attendance policy and student rights.Its so importence to know your school catalog.
I most often reference the code of conduct which entails, but is not limited to, dress code, academic honesty, and integrity. All factors that along with many of the other codes make for a professional student and atmosphere. It helps to prepare them for the work place.
Class sizes, when building out labs and when admissions might be over enrolling into a particualar class section.
I usually reference it for course descriptions.
Advisory Board as well as some specific course descriptions.
As Director of Education the catalog is referenced frequently. Topics such as probations, SAP, course descriptions, pre-requisites, appeals, etc. are questioned by students and faculty on a regular basis. I try to make it a habit to show the inquiring person the answer in the catalog so if they have further questions they may reference the appropriate section. This also helps them accept the answer if it is contrary to their belief.
As a representative, the most frequently referenced topics for me would be the programs and its facilities.
the topic that i most frequently referenced to at the prior college i worked for was pg 23 & 24 attendance policy. there a student could not have 10 consecutive absences or 20% or more missed attendance in order to graduate and receive their diploma.
I am responsible for admissions testing, so my referencing has to do with that. When students are brought on tours through the LRC, I usually advise them what to expect when they arrive for their entrance exam. I do find it very hard not to give them advice how to prepare for the exam. Currently on our web site their is information that will link them to ACT site. Sadly, this is all I am provided to tell them.
I would say it would be attendance, dress codes, course descriptions, and externship guidelines. These seem to be the ones that the students are always glossing over in the catalog or they don't understand that they hae to follow them and they are not just put there to fill up the catalog.
