Section II - Academic Information

Student academic performance will be evaluated solely on the basis of academic standards, including any requirements that are noted in the catalog, course syllabi, or Student Handbook. Students will have protection against prejudiced or capricious evaluation and will not be evaluated on the basis of opinion or conduct in matters unrelated to academic standards. Students will have the right to review their corrected examinations or other required assignments used by the faculty in evaluating academic performance.

Academic Property Rights

Term papers, essays, projects, works of art, and similar property shall be returned to a student upon request, within a reasonable time frame, when no longer needed for evaluation purposes, unless the student grants written permission for them to be retained or published.

College Closing

The following are reasons for closing the college campuses: severe inclement weather, power outage, water outage, fire, structural damage, bomb threat, release of liquid, gas or vapor.

Announcement about College Closing for Weather or Emergency

Canceled classes and activities are announced on the following radio stations as well as Duluth commercial television stations: KDAL-AM, 610-AM; KDAL-FM, 95.7-FM; KKBC-FM, 105-FM; KLDJ-FM 101.7-FM; KTCO-FM, 98.9-FM; KRBR-FM, 102.5-FM; WDSM-AM, 710-AM; WEBC-AM, 560-AM. The decision to cancel classes will be made by 6 a.m. when possible. Students are encouraged to use their own judgment when weather conditions are severe.

Bomb Threat

In the event of a bomb threat or other situations that may constitute a safety threat, all building occupants will be notified by administration of the appropriate procedure. No one should attempt to remove any suspicious packages or articles but should report their location to an administrator or other college personnel.

Emergency Evacuation: Severe Weather

In the event of severe weather, announcements will be made throughout the building. Everyone should seek shelter in an interior area of the building and away from windows. Never use the elevators during weather emergencies, as power outages may occur. Sit down, cover heads, and remain there until the all clear signal is given by college personnel. When possible, take shelter in interior rooms or under stairwells or tables. Avoid rooms with windows to the outside.

Fire

When the fire alarms ring, all individuals should evacuate the building and remain at least 50 feet from the building until re-entry is authorized. Never use the elevators during emergencies such as fires.

In order to provide safe evacuation of students and other occupants with disabilities, it is critical that persons with special needs notify their instructor/supervisor if assistance is needed.

Failure to leave the building when the fire alarm is sounded can result in legal action through the city and/or campus judicial processes. Unauthorized sounding of a fire alarm or tampering with fire extinguishers is a violation of Minnesota law. Persons caught violating this law can be fined and/or imprisoned.

Application for Graduation

Application for a degree or diploma must be made by the published deadline. Any student meeting the graduation requirements at the end of that term must complete the Request to Graduate form, available from the Student Services Center, and pay a $10 graduation fee.

Articulation Agreements

To assist students and provide seamless educational opportunities, Lake Superior College has articulation agreements with certain four-year colleges/universities and Tech Prep articulation agreements with local high schools. For more information on these 2+2+2 agreements, contact the Student Services Center and/or a Professional Advisor.

Awarding Degrees and Diplomas

Degrees and diplomas will be awarded at the end of each semester, and a formal commencement ceremony will be held at the end of Spring Semester. Students receiving degrees or diplomas at the end of Fall semester may participate in the Spring ceremony that follows the completion of their course work. Students planning to complete their course work during Summer term may participate in the ceremony immediately preceding the Summer term.

Canceled Classes Instructor Absence

Notification of unplanned (illness, emergency) class cancellations will be posted online at www.lsc.edu/cancellation/, at classroom entrances, and on campus monitors. When known in advance, instructors will notify students during their class period and give alternative assignments. If no announcement of instructor absence is made, students are expected to remain for ten minutes after the class is scheduled to begin. Such occurrences should be reported to the Academic Affairs office (E2360).

Low Enrollment

Classes that are published in the semester schedule are subject to cancellation as deemed necessary by the college administration due to low enrollment or other valid reasons. Every effort will be made to notify students in the event of class cancellations. If a class is canceled and the student does not register for another class in its place, tuition is refunded after the fifth day of the semester. If the student's tuition and fees were paid from a financial aid source, the refund is returned to the financial aid program, not the student.

Catalog and Course Information

To the extent possible, students will be provided relevant and accurate information regarding courses prior to enrollment. Catalog descriptions will be accurate and based on information existing at the time of publication. To the extent possible, class schedules will list the names of faculty teaching courses.

Change of Address/Name

Students who have changed their address, telephone number, or name after registration must make the appropriate changes on the college's web site. Any communication from the college using the most recent name and address listed in the student information computer system will be considered to be properly delivered.

Credit Load

Full time is 12 credits or more; however, 15-18 of the required credits are needed each semester to complete most programs in two years. To take more than 18 credits in a term, a student must have a completed and approved Petition, with the recommendation of his/her advisor.


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Student Handbook Online Section II - Academic Information Academic Evaluation Student academic performance will be evaluated solely on the basis of academic standards, including any requirements that are noted in the catalog, course syllabi, or Student Handbook. Students will have protection against prejudiced or capricious evaluation and will not be evaluated on the basis of opinion or conduct in matters unrelated to academic standards. Students will have the right to review their corrected examinations or other required assignments used by the faculty in evaluating academic performance. Academic Property Rights Term papers, essays, projects, works of art, and similar property shall be returned to a student upon request, within a reasonable time frame, when no longer needed for evaluation purposes, unless the student grants written permission for them to be retained or published. College Closing The following are reasons for closing the college campuses: severe inclement weather, power outage, water outage, fire, structural damage, bomb threat, release of liquid, gas or vapor. Announcement about College Closing for Weather or Emergency Canceled classes and activities are announced on the following radio stations as well as Duluth commercial television stations: KDAL-AM, 610-AM; KDAL-FM, 95.7-FM; KKBC-FM, 105-FM; KLDJ-FM 101.7-FM; KTCO-FM, 98.9-FM; KRBR-FM, 102.5-FM; WDSM-AM, 710-AM; WEBC-AM, 560-AM. The decision to cancel classes will be made by 6 a.m. when possible. Students are encouraged to use their own judgment when weather conditions are severe. Bomb Threat In the event of a bomb threat or other situations that may constitute a safety threat, all building occupants will be notified by administration of the appropriate procedure. No one should attempt to remove any suspicious packages or articles but should report their location to an administrator or other college personnel. Emergency Evacuation: Severe Weather In the event of severe weather, announcements will be made throughout the building. Everyone should seek shelter in an interior area of the building and away from windows. Never use the elevators during weather emergencies, as power outages may occur. Sit down, cover heads, and remain there until the all clear signal is given by college personnel. When possible, take shelter in interior rooms or under stairwells or tables. Avoid rooms with windows to the outside. Fire When the fire alarms ring, all individuals should evacuate the building and remain at least 50 feet from the building until re-entry is authorized. Never use the elevators during emergencies such as fires. In order to provide safe evacuation of students and other occupants with disabilities, it is critical that persons with special needs notify their instructor/supervisor if assistance is needed. Failure to leave the building when the fire alarm is sounded can result in legal action through the city and/or campus judicial processes. Unauthorized sounding of a fire alarm or tampering with fire extinguishers is a violation of Minnesota law. Persons caught violating this law can be fined and/or imprisoned. Application for Graduation Application for a degree or diploma must be made by the published deadline. Any student meeting the graduation requirements at the end of that term must complete the Request to Graduate form, available from the Student Services Center, and pay a $10 graduation fee. Articulation Agreements To assist students and provide seamless educational opportunities, Lake Superior College has articulation agreements with certain four-year colleges/universities and Tech Prep articulation agreements with local high schools. For more information on these 2+2+2 agreements, contact the Student Services Center and/or a Professional Advisor. Awarding Degrees and Diplomas Degrees and diplomas will be awarded at the end of each semester, and a formal commencement ceremony will be held at the end of Spring Semester. Students receiving degrees or diplomas at the end of Fall semester may participate in the Spring ceremony that follows the completion of their course work. Students planning to complete their course work during Summer term may participate in the ceremony immediately preceding the Summer term. Canceled Classes Instructor Absence Notification of unplanned (illness, emergency) class cancellations will be posted online at www.lsc.edu/cancellation/, at classroom entrances, and on campus monitors. When known in advance, instructors will notify students during their class period and give alternative assignments. If no announcement of instructor absence is made, students are expected to remain for ten minutes after the class is scheduled to begin. Such occurrences should be reported to the Academic Affairs office (E2360). Low Enrollment Classes that are published in the semester schedule are subject to cancellation as deemed necessary by the college administration due to low enrollment or other valid reasons. Every effort will be made to notify students in the event of class cancellations. If a class is canceled and the student does not register for another class in its place, tuition is refunded after the fifth day of the semester. If the student's tuition and fees were paid from a financial aid source, the refund is returned to the financial aid program, not the student. Catalog and Course Information To the extent possible, students will be provided relevant and accurate information regarding courses prior to enrollment. Catalog descriptions will be accurate and based on information existing at the time of publication. To the extent possible, class schedules will list the names of faculty teaching courses. Change of Address/Name Students who have changed their address, telephone number, or name after registration must make the appropriate changes on the college's web site. Any communication from the college using the most recent name and address listed in the student information computer system will be considered to be properly delivered. Credit Load Full time is 12 credits or more; however, 15-18 of the required credits are needed each semester to complete most programs in two years. To take more than 18 credits in a term, a student must have a completed and approved Petition, with the recommendation of his/her advisor.		QuickLinks In the News Calendar Student Email Library Bookstore Online Courses Programs Course Search Access Grades Student Services Customized Training Financial Aid
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