I reference several areas; dress code, attendance, supplies needed for first day of school, academic calendar and a few others depending on the situation.
of course, as a Financial Aid Officer is to assist the very best possible in financing their career eduactionan plans, I find myself frequently advising all Prospective, enrolled,former students to make sure they read and understand the difference between all of the United States Department of Education's Federal Student Assistance Programs. I believe their have been a mispresentation with the two words "FINANCIAL AID" not really understanding FINANCIAL AID is a combination of different types of programs available for those who qualify. In their mind they think FINANCIAL AID is ALL Grant (FREE)I direct them to page 16 on the catalog to educate them and know the difference on
1)Federal Pell Grant
2)FSEOG
3)Federal Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans
4)Federal Plus Loan. etc...
In my position in education, I frequently reference academic standards, dress code, readmission, conduct, dress code, grading policy
I reference the student Code of Conduct the most, not just when a student violates this code but also as a reminder of what is expected of our students.
Since I am in education adminstration, I frequently reference student conduct, dress code, credit granting policy, attendance procedures, and grading. A copy of the current catalog is always within arm's length.
Typically accreditation national vs regional, programmatic, then course descriptions.
I agree completely - it's a proactive means to minimize disgruntled students.
I refer to the catalogue often. If a student is wanting to return to school, I sometimes read descriptions of some of the specific courses.
I reference grading, including makeup work and exams, and attendance policy the most.
Program course description with the number of credits for each course and the program length. It is useful for preparing tuition credits when the prospective student has some credits to transfer to the program.
When it comes to student behavior it's helpful to show all potential students exactly what is expected of them; which in turn, hopefully, reduces the amount of student disturbances or grievances.
I reference the school catalog almost daily. I have only been in my position for a year and I like to use the catalog for back up. I reference attendance, dress code, and overall campus expectations. Often times I use the catalog verbage to complete advising reports regarding students. It is a great resource.
I reference code of conduct and behavior rules and document it in the my papeerwork for students who have not abided by the rules. There be habavior is descrbibed and they are counseled and the policiies are discussed.
Since I am the DBS, I would say the area I most frequent would be the refund policy.
In my daily job as a Admissions Coordinator I reference the following frequently.
Entrance Requirements and Procedures
Entrance Test Requirements
Enrollment Procedure
There is no specific area of the catalog I use daily. I use the catalog with each individual circumstance as needed.
Since I work with education, I reference the disciplinary sections, SAP, grades, and course information.
I refer to the Code of Conduct often. I also read through the course descriptions in the catalog with the students. Attendance and Academic policies follow closely after that.
I often get questions about attendance, grading policies, dress code and course information. I have several catalogs in my office so that I can access them quickly.
In my interview process, I make sure I go over admissions requirements, and with an enrollment process I infomred the student that they must read the catalog completly as part of their final review process. To make sure they know what to spect and what is spected from the student
