Academics

Academic Bankruptcy Policy

Purpose In accordance with Part Two, Chapter I, Section X of University of Louisiana System Board Rules regarding academic renewal, the University established this policy for academic bankruptcy. Policy Academic bankruptcy provides students with a fresh...

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Academic Catalog Policy

McNeese State University complies with Standards 10.1 and 10.2 of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) Principles of Accreditation: Foundations for Quality Enhancement by publishing an online academic catalog, which...

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Academic Freedom Policy

McNeese State University upholds the principle of academic freedom and complies with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) Principles of Accreditation Standard 6.4 regarding academic freedom as well as Part...

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Academic Integrity Policy

Purpose The purpose of the Academic Integrity Policy is to provide students, faculty, and staff with guidelines about expectations for academic integrity, what behaviors violate academic integrity, and the process for addressing academic integrity issues. McNeese...

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Awarding of Honorary Degrees

In accordance with University of Louisiana System Board Rules Part Two, Chapter I, Section VI, the University may grant honorary degrees to persons who have made substantial achievements in literary, artistic, scientific, or technical fields...

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Awarding of Posthumous Degrees

In accordance with University of Louisiana System Board Rules Part Two, Chapter I, Section VI, a deceased student who did not complete all requirements for their undergraduate degree at the time of death may be...

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Commencement Policy

Purpose Unless stipulated otherwise, all time and/or semester references in this policy refer to the semester during which a candidate participates in the commencement ceremony. Eligibility for Participation in the Commencement Ceremony A candidate is...

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Copyright Policy

The administration of McNeese State University supports strict compliance with the provisions of copyright law as outlined in Title 17 of the United States Code and University of Louisiana System Policy and Procedures Memorandum FS-III.VI.-1a....

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Course Attendance, Withdrawal, and Resignation Policy

Purpose The University recognizes that student attendance and active participation in courses directly contribute to academic success. This policy establishes regulations and procedures for course attendance and participation, withdrawal from courses, and resignation from the...

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Course Delivery Classifications Policy

Purpose McNeese State University categorizes academic course delivery formats to ensure consistent interpretation and clarify variations in electronic course offerings. This policy defines each format and outlines expectations for implementation. Face-to-Face Instruction Courses delivered with...

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