Academic Advisors Each department of instruction has an academic advisor. The Registrar’s Office has a current list of advisors. You are invited to counsel with your advisor regarding your program of study, course requirements, class load, adjustments and other academic matters.
Class Absences Absences are counted from the first scheduled meeting of classes and are considered as either excused or unexcused absences. Excused absences are those that take place as a result of illness, emergency or authorized school trips. All other absences are considered unexcused. An excused absence will permit you to make-up the work missed. You must secure an excuse form from the Academic Dean’s Office and present it to the teacher by the second class period following the absence. If the total number of absences from any class is more than double the number of times the class meets per week, you may receive an F, or a failure due to absences. In the case that the absences are mostly excused, the teacher may review your situation with the Academic Dean and use his/her discretion in the matter. Tardiness Three tardies equal one absence and missing as much as fifteen minutes of any part of the class period is counted as an absence. Examinations There are four examinations listed in the University Bulletin: A mid-term examination during the Semester and one final examination at the end of each Semester. Some teachers give daily quizzes and others give quizzes at unexpected times. Academic Probation If your grades drop, the Academic Standards Committee will review your performance at the University and may place you on academic probation. You may read the details of the academic probation policy in the University Bulletin. Assembly Attendance Assemblies are conducted twice a month and are considered an integral part of the school program. Week of Spiritual Emphasis meetings are considered as assembly appointments as well. Attendance at all assemblies is required for students carrying an academic load of nine credits and above. A satisfactory assembly attendance record is required for re-admission to Middle East University.
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