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STUDENT HANDBOOK2008-2009


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Table of Contents

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IntroductionDunwoody Mission, Vision and Values

Accreditation and Registration StatementPresidents MessageAcademic Calendar

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Student Code of Conduct Academic Honesty

Student Appearance Safety Wear Identification Badges/Student ID Cards

Student Behavior Cell Phones/Pagers

Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Policies

(Prohibited Substances) Sanctions for Drug and Alcohol Policy Violations Drug and Alcohol Education and Treatment Programs Tobacco-Free Environment

Diversity StatementRespectful Environment Policy What is Harassment? Why Do We Need a Respectful Environment? What Should You Do About Harassment? What are the Consequences? What is Sexual Harassment?

Weapons and Violence ProhibitionInjuries

Emergency Procedures

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Satisfactory Progress/Academic Probation Probationary Process Suspension Appeals Financial Aid Implications While on Probation

Grading System Calculating Grade Point Average (GPA) Repeated Courses The * Grade The F Grade The W Grade The INC Grade Midterm & Final Grades

Change of Major

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Academic Plan/Degree ProgressAttendance Policy

Add/Drop/Withdrawal(by Class) Adding or Dropping a Class Withdrawing from a Class Class Withdrawal - Considerations

Termination of Enrollment Voluntary Withdrawal Involuntary Termination

Re-Admittance Previous Unpaid Balances

School Records and FERPAStudent Records Files Immunization Forms Address Changes Proof of High School Graduation Post-Secondary Transcripts

Enrollment Status Non-Matriculating Student Status Verifying Student Enrollment Status

Transferring In Credits and/or Experience Transferring Credits to Dunwoody CLEP Tests Credit for Previous Training or Experience Testing Out of Courses Transferring Credits to Another School

Credit-to-Clock Hour RatioMake-Up Work

Transcripts Unofficial Transcripts Official Transcripts Transcript Request Process Report Cards

Academic AdvisingGraduation RequirementsDegrees and Diplomas - GraduationGraduation Ceremonies, Class PicturesGraduation RateAcademic Achievement Deans List Latin Honors

Academic Honors Attendance Award

Special Requests Disabilities

Complaint Procedure Grade Appeals Grade Appeal Procedures

Web-Based/Online CoursesIQ.Web


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Tuition and Late Fees

Tuition Refund Policy Refunds for Dropped Courses Complete Withdrawal from All Courses Dunwoody Refund Policy Calculation Timeline for Processing Refunds Distribution of Refunds and Repayments

Financial Assistance Scholarships Veterans, Reservists, National Guard Members Work Study (On-Campus Employment)

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Computer, Internet, and E-MailComputer ServicesLaptops/ComputersE-Mail/Internet Usage & Printing ServicesIT Help Desk SupportVVIIII.. SSttuuddeenntt LLiiffee

General AdvisingResources and InformationStudent Organizations and Groups/Clubs Student Government Honor Society; Phi Theta Kappa

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Elftmann Student Success CenterAnthony L. Ferrara Career Services Center Resources/Programs for Students and Alumni Part-time Employment

Womens Resource CenterWenda W. and Cornell L. Moore MulticulturalCenterCenter for Continued LearningLearning Resource Center/John A. ButlerLibraryBookstoreMcNamara Student Center/CafeteriaParking Visitors, Students and Employees Parking for Bicycles and Motorcycles Handicap Accessible Parking Parking Violations Pubic Transportation

Additional Facility Resources Lost and Found ATM Bulletin Boards and Plasma Screens Public Telephones, Student Mailboxes Student Mail and Messages Lockers

Student TV Lounge and Game RoomCampus Security

School Closing Information


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STUDENT HANDBOOK 2008-09

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This handbook contains important information to help you succeed at Dunwoody.

Dunwoody College of Technology has provided you with this set of general guidelines togive you a better understanding of what the college expects of you and what you canexpect of the college. You, the student, are responsible for knowing the content of thehandbook, including the policies and procedures it contains. Whenever you have aquestion about college policies and procedures, you can refer to this Student Handbookfor guidance. Of course, if you still have questions, your instructor or the StudentServices Department will be more than happy to answer any questions that you mighthave.

While the college will generally follow these guidelines, you should understand

that this Handbook does not constitute a contract between you and the college. Thecollege may change any terms or conditions of the educational process, whether these arestated in the Handbook or are established through college practices. The college willgenerally follow these guidelines, except as otherwise required by law. These guidelinesmay be amended, changed, revised, supplemented, or deleted, in part or in total, atmanagements sole discretion, at any time for any reason without notice. Any changeswill be posted or distributed to you, but you are responsible, at all times, for beingknowledgeable of and complying with all current college policies and procedures.Disciplinary guidelines contained herein are advisory and are not binding on the college.This Handbook contains the authorized policies of the college and supersedes any otherversions.

Dunwoody College of Technology is committed to the policy that all persons shall haveequal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color,creed, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, national origin,or public assistance status. The person responsible for coordinating the Collegescompliance with legal requirements relating to these nondiscrimination policies isRobert Doty, Senior Vice President and CFO, Dunwoody College of Technology, 818Dunwoody Boulevard, Minneapolis, Minnesota 55403; telephone (612) 374-5800.

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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Dear Dunwoody Student:

Welcome to Dunwoody College of Technology. We are honored that you haveselected our college as one stage in your process of life-long learning.

For over 94 years, Dunwoody has built a national and international reputation asa leader in technical education. We have educated over 300,000 men and women inpeacetime and in wartime. Many of our graduates have gone on to become leaders intheir respective industries, and many have become entrepreneurs who own and operatetheir own businesses. Dunwoodys reputation as the best is what most students offeras their reason for enrolling at Dunwoody. This reputation has been established overnine decades, and you are now part of this legacy.

But we cannot rest on our laurels. To be the best in the future, Dunwoody mustcontinue to adapt, to move forward. You are more interested in obtaining an outstandingeducation today than you are in hearing what we did for past generations of students.We are committed to continuous improvement at Dunwoody, and that means we arecommitted to meeting and, if possible, exceeding your expectations as a student. Thecolleges vision is to be recognized as best in class, and we can achieve that goal only ifwe serve you better than any other college could.

There is a large Dunwoody team here to serve you -- your teachers, the supportstaff, the administration, the colleges Board of Trustees, Dunwoody alumni, and the

many employers standing in line to hire you and other graduates. You are the reason thatWilliam and Kate Dunwoody founded this college in 1914 and you are the reason that theDunwoody team is here.

I wish you the best of luck in your chosen field of study. Work hard and you willbe well rewarded. If we are not meeting your expectations, please let us know. We willchallenge you to achieve your maximum potential; you must challenge us to reach ours aswell.

Thank you for choosing Dunwoody.

Very sincerely,

Dr. C. Ben WrightPresident



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Academic Calendar July 2008 June 2009

Summer Quarter

Friday, July 4 Independence DayThursday, August 28 End of Summer Quarter & Graduation

Monday, September 1 Labor Day

Fall Quarter

Wednesday, September 3 Start of Fall Quarter

Thursday, November 20 Graduation

Friday, November 21 End of Fall Quarter & Graduation

Monday, November 24 Start of Fall Break

Thursday, November 27 Thanksgiving

Friday, November 28 Dunwoody Holiday & End of Fall Break

Winter Quarter

Monday, December 1 Start of Winter Quarter

Friday, December 19 Last day of class before Winter Beak

Monday, December 22 Start of Winter Break

Thursday, December 25 Christmas

Thursday, January 1 New Years Day

Monday, January 5 Classes resume

Monday, January 19 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day

Monday, February 16 Presidents Day

Thursday, March 5 Graduation

Friday, March 6 End of Winter Quarter & Graduation

Monday, March 9 Start of Spring Break

Friday, March 13 End of Spring Break

Spring Quarter

Monday, March 16 Start of Spring Quarter

Friday, April 10 Good Friday

Monday, May 25 Memorial Day

Thursday, June 4 Graduation

Friday, June 5 End of Spring Quarter & Graduation

Wednesday, June 10 Start of Summer Quarter

Each quarter will typically be referred to by the 2009 academic year (i.e. Fall 2009).



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Student Code of Conduct

Dunwoody holds each student accountable for his or her individual behavior as it relatesto the freedom, rights, and safety of others or as it affects the learning atmosphere of theschool. At all times, Dunwoody expects honesty and integrity in its students.Unacceptable behavior and/or violation of school policies may be a basis for terminationof enrollment. Specific policies are covered below and throughout this Handbook.

Academic HonestyCheating, plagiarism, and any other forms of academic dishonesty will not betolerated with penalties up to and including expulsion.

Student AppearanceThe mission of Dunwoody College of Technology includes preparing students for

employment. For this reason, clothing should be appropriate for the work beingperformed. Students are expected to maintain a neat, clean appearance. Studentsshould not wear any clothing that may be deemed offensive, i.e. T-shirt with a graphicpicture or vulgar/suggestive wording. See course syllabi for additional information.

Safety WearStudents in shop and laboratory classes wear clothing typical of the field of work.Shop coats, aprons, coveralls or other protective garments are recommended formany courses. Students are responsible for providing personal safety wearrequired in some courses, such as protective goggles, earplugs, gloves, and hardhats. Students will be notified of items needed for each course and most safety

items can be purchased at the Dunwoody Bookstore. Students requiringprescriptive safety eyewear may obtain a discount order sheet and list of localdistributors at orientation, or by visiting the Dunwoody Purchasing Department.Items purchased elsewhere must meet applicable state and federal requirements.Caps or hairnets, which fully restrain long hair, may also be required in certainwork environments. See also: Injuries.

Identification Badges/Student ID CardsDunwoody requires students, staff, and guests to wear identification badges at alltimes when present on the Dunwoody campus. All students will receive a photoidentification badge and lanyard or clip, and are required to display theiridentification badges in the area between their shoulders and beltline. The

identification badge is the property of Dunwoody College of Technology andmust be relinquished upon request. Lost, stolen or damaged cards must beimmediately reported and will be replaced at the Bookstore for a $10.00 fee.



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Student BehaviorIt is prohibited for students to inhibit, interfere with, or obstruct academic activities atDunwoody. Disruptive behavior is any behavior unbecoming of a student at Dunwoody,

either in or out of the classroom. Offensive behavior will not be tolerated, including butnot limited to: derogatory comments, harassment, and bullying. When improper studentconduct is observed, the student will be asked to stop the behavior. If the behaviorcontinues, the student may be asked to leave the classroom(s) and/or the campus.Additional disciplinary measures may be taken. See also: Attendance Policy.

Cell Phones/PagersIt is the policy of Dunwoody College of Technology that at no time shall a staffmember or student use a cell phone or pager, or other technologicalcommunication devices that may disrupt the learning environment or hinder theconduct of college business. At any time during a class or meeting, the instructor

or the person directing the meeting may ask that all cell phones and pagers beplaced in non-ring (vibrate) mode. There is a text messaging service available tostudents, faculty, and staff used in the case of an emergency, school closings, andto communicate other essential information. Please see the IT Help Desk and/orthe Admissions office to participate in this service.

Drug, Alcohol and Tobacco Policies (Prohibited Substances)Drug and alcohol abuse affects the health, safety, and well-being of all students andrestricts Dunwoodys ability to carry out its mission. Dunwoody prohibits thepossession, use, or distribution of illegal drugs, narcotics, and alcohol on school propertyor as part of any school activity. If a student comes to school while under the influence

of such drugs, that student will not be admitted to class and his or her enrollment may beterminated.

Sanctions for Drug and Alcohol Policy ViolationsStudents who violate Dunwoodys policy against illegal drugs, narcotics, andalcohol are subject to discipline. Students must also be aware that there aresignificant criminal penalties under state and federal law for the unlawfulpossession or distribution of drugs and alcohol. Penalties include prison terms,property forfeiture and fines.

Sanctions for violation of Dunwoodys Drug and Alcohol Policy include: (1)removal from class or lab; (2) warning and admonition; (3) confiscation of the

illegal substance; (4) completion of an appropriate treatment or rehabilitationprogram; (5) probation; and/or (6) suspension or expulsion. Sanctions will reflectthe severity of a particular violation. Referral for criminal prosecution may alsooccur.



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Drug and Alcohol Education and Treatment ProgramsDunwoody College of Technology recognizes drug and alcohol dependency/abuseas a major health problem, as well as a safety and security problem. If you have a

drug or alcohol problem or know of another student with such a problem, pleaseconsult with anyone in Student Services for information and referral resources fora variety of public and private educational and treatment programs in the stateand metropolitan area.

Tobacco-Free EnvironmentIn conjunction with the Minnesota Clean Indoor Air Act, Dunwoody College ofTechnology prohibits all uses of tobacco within its buildings. Smoking isprohibited on all sidewalks, grass areas adjacent to the building, and the visitorsparking lot. Smoking is allowed in areas designated as student parking, exceptthose areas located within 25 feet of entrances, exits, windows and ventilation

intakes. Violation of the tobacco regulation is cause for dismissal.Diversity StatementDiversity refers to the fact that our community, both locally and nationally, is comprisedof many individuals, each having unique attributes based on a variety of social, physical,and cultural characteristics. Included among these attributes are race, class, ethnicity,religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, politicalaffiliation, and national origin. The changing composition of our larger society demandsthat Dunwoody prepare its students for leadership within an increasingly diversesociety. The existence of diversity within our college community provides us with anopportunity to discover ways to integrate all individuals and groups into the largercommunity in a manner that respects and values their uniqueness while simultaneously

advancing the goals of Dunwoody College of Technology.

Respectful Environment PolicyDunwoody College of Technology is committed to maintaining a learning and workingenvironment free from discrimination, harassment, and violence. Prompt action will betaken to resolve direct or indirect offensive behavior that comes to the attention of theschool to ensure the rights and privacy of all students, employees, and visitors. Allreported incidents will be immediately and thoroughly investigated in accordance withschool guidelines and procedures.



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What is Harassment?Harassment is any act (verbal, written or physically acted out) based on race,ethnicity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, physical limitations, or

lifestyle differences that disrupts, disturbs, or annoys another person. Anoffender may be a student, employee or visitor. Offensive behavior or harassmentmay include, but is not limited to, the following gestures when related to race,color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, sexual orientation,disability, age, or public assistance status:

Name-calling, teasing, jokes, rumors, or derogatory remarks Graffiti Notes or cartoons Unwelcome touching Offensive or graphic posters, pictures, book covers, screen savers, or clothing

Words or acts that embarrass, demean, hurt, or cause a person to feeluncomfortable Destruction or effacement of school property including but not limited to

artwork and posters promoting college events Any other inappropriate behaviorWhy Do We Need a Respectful Environment?It is the law. It is also the right thing to do. It is the only way to create a mutuallysupportive and caring environment in which to work, study, and live. Schoolsand workplaces contain a diverse population. Employers are looking for peoplewho have the ability to get along with others of all beliefs, backgrounds, races,and ethnic groups. Social groups are becoming less isolated. Due to

communication and technical advances, trade and world markets make itpossible for contact with many different groups of people. Therefore, the morewe know about people who are different from ourselves, the better equipped andthe more sensitive we are in understanding others.

What Should You Do About Harassment?Tell someone. Contact your instructor, supervisor, Department Director, StudentServices advisor, or any office personnel with whom you feel comfortablediscussing the situation. Do so as promptly as possible while events are fresh inyour mind and can be corroborated. All complaints are formally investigated. Theformal procedure involves a written report addressed to an instructor,

Department Director, advisor, or any member of the administrative team. Aformal complaint is not anonymous. The person accused of harassment will readthe complaint and respond in writing. The harassment report and therespondents reply will be filed in the institutions and respondents files. Theschool will respond to the complaint within five working days.



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What are the Consequences?Students who violate Dunwoody College of Technologys RespectfulEnvironment policies are subject to reprimand, suspension, expulsion, and

possible legal action.What is Sexual Harassment?Sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexualfavors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:

1. Submission to such conduct is made, whether explicitly or implicitly, a termor condition of an individuals employment or academic advancement.

2. Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as thebasis of employment decisions or academic decisions affecting that individual.

3. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of interfering with an individualswork, performance, or employment or creating an intimidating, hostile, or

offensive environment.Dunwoody College of Technology is committed to maintaining an environmentfree of sexual harassment and sexual violence. Sexual harassment is viewed as aviolation of Title VII of the 1964 Civil Rights Act and the Minnesota HumanRights Act and may constitute a crime. Any victim of a sexual assault shouldreport the incident immediately to the Minneapolis Police Department. Reportsshould be made to the police department of the city in which the assaultoccurred.

Weapons and Violence ProhibitionThe possession or use of handguns or other weapons is strictly prohibited while on the

Dunwoody College of Technology premises. This prohibition applies to all employees,independent contractors, temporary employees, visitors, and students, including thosewho have a valid permit to carry a concealed weapon. Dunwoody College employees,independent contractors, temporary employees, and students also are prohibited frompossessing or using handguns or other weapons (or tools that may be used in athreatening manner) while operating a college vehicle or while engaging in college-related work or activities off-premises, except in the individuals own home if not acollege-owned or managed property. These prohibitions are limited to the extent thatthe college is precluded by the Minnesota Citizens Personal Protection Act of 2003 fromrestricting such possession by persons with a valid permit to carry a pistol. Even in thatcase, however, any use of or threatening actions with the pistol are strictly prohibited bythe college.

If you are aware that a co-worker, visitor, student or other individual possesses ahandgun or other weapon while on college premises or while engaged in college-relatedwork or activities off-premises, you should immediately report the conduct at issue toany member of the Executive Leadership Team.



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Violence or threats of violence are strictly prohibited on college premises and at anycollege-related off-premises event. Any threat of violence or harm to a person orproperty from a co-worker, student, or from others who are on the college premises,

either conducting business with the college or who are in some way connected to thecollege, should be reported immediately. The incident should also be reported even ifyou think the threat is a joke. If you receive a threat of violence or other harm to a personor property from a person who is not a student of the college or employed by the college,or if you become aware of co-workers or students who receive similar threats of harmfrom persons who are not students of or employed by the college, and you believe thatthese threats may result in harm to you, college employees, college students, or collegeproperty, then you should immediately report such threats to any member of theExecutive Leadership Team. Dunwoody College of Technology has subscribed to a textmessaging service to alert students, faculty, and staff should an emergency situationoccur. To participate in this service, please see the IT Help Desk and/or the Admissions

office.Any violation of this policy by employees or other college workers will result indisciplinary action, up to and including immediate termination of employment. Anyviolation of this policy by students will result in discipline according to normal collegepractices and policies.

InjuriesStudents should be sure to work carefully and observe safety rules throughout theschool. All scratches, cuts or bruises obtained while on campus should be reported tothe classroom instructor or other staff member even if not seeking treatment. It isimportant to care for minor injuries to avoid more serious complications. Students are

asked to read and be familiar with the notice posted in each department called Procedure for Handling Accidents or Injuries. If a student receives an injury requiring medicaltreatment, the instructor will immediately consult with Student Services to determinethe appropriate response which may include but is not limited to:

Calling 911 paramedics may determine the appropriateness of immediatetransport by ambulance OR being transported by a Student Services staffmember and/or faculty member.

Being taken for treatment to the Hennepin County Medical Center (HCMC),which is located at 701 Park Avenue South, in downtown Minneapolis. Thephone number for the Emergency Room is (612) 347-3131.

Being taken for treatment at a local Urgent Care Clinic. The closest is ParkNicollet, just east of Hwy 100 and Excelsior Blvd. Locations and available officehours vary.



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Calling a family member or significant other for transport and follow-up. StudentServices may alert anyone listed as an emergency contact person in the studentsfile, with or without formal, written consent on file.

An Incident Report must be completed either prior to or upon returning from medicaltreatment. The classroom instructor, Student Services, Human Resources, or the frontdesk can provide the Incident Report Form. Dunwoody is not liable for accidents, injuries,or illnesses occurring at non-school sponsored activities. The same protocol will befollowed for illness and other health issues though Dunwoody is not liable for suchillnesses. Additional exclusions apply. Specific questions regarding liability should bedirected to Human Resources.

Emergency ProceduresInstructors shall review evacuation routes at the beginning of each quarter for eachtraining area. Students should take notice of the location of stairways and exits, in order

to be properly oriented in the event of a power outage or emergency. The last person toexit a room must be sure to close the door upon leaving. The evacuation signal is a siren-like sound. Students must move quickly to the nearest exit, but do not run. In the eventof a fire, smell of smoke or other emergency, activate the nearest building alarm box andimmediately report the danger to the front desk of the Pinska Center.



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Academic Plan/Degree Progress

Academic plans are assigned within 30 days of a students first day in classes in their firstquarter of enrollment. Students are strongly encouraged to monitor their progresstoward their declared degree, diploma, or certificate path using the Academic Planfeature in IQWeb at https://iqweb.dunwoody.edu. This plan will also be used byinstructors, Student Services Advisors, and others in advising sessions. Unlike atranscript, the academic plan shows what has been completed, what is in progress, andwhat is left to do in order to satisfy academic requirements for graduation. See alsoChange of Major.

Attendance PolicyRegular class attendance is critical to student success in the learning process. Studentsare expected to attend and/or actively participate in lecture, laboratory and shopactivities as dictated in course syllabi. All instructors are required to take attendance.Absences are closely monitored by technical departments and the StudentRecords/Student Services departments. Students may view accrued absenceinformation, per course, through IQWeb. If information is not available, theinstructor(s) should be notified. Dunwoody reserves the right to withdraw any studentabsent for five or more days. It is expected that students not in good standing willrefrain from extracurricular opportunities, field trips, etc. See also: Attendance Award.

Add/Drop/Withdrawal (by Class)The period of time to drop or add classes is the first five school days of the quarter, evenif a particular class starts later in the quarter.

Summer quarter, in which there are two sessions within the term, has a drop/add periodfor each session for students ONLY taking Arts & Sciences courses. However, if astudent registers for both sessions, takes Session I courses then drops any Session IIcourses, financial aid monies will be recalculated and the student may owe money.

Adding or Dropping a ClassA student should obtain a Drop/Add (Student Change of Status Form) from theStudent Records Office, located in the Pinska Student Services Center. This formmust be signed by the student and the students technical advisor/instructorbefore being submitted to Student Records for processing.

Withdrawing from a ClassPaid tuition will be completely refunded for a class dropped before the end ofbusiness on the fifth school day of the quarter. After the first five school days ofthe quarter a student may withdraw from a class but will not receive a refund forthe class. A grade of "W will be assigned and will appear on the studentstranscript.

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Class Withdrawal ConsiderationsThe last day a student can withdraw from a class is the Friday of the tenth weekof the quarter, unless special permission is obtained from the appropriate

Department Director to withdraw at a later date. If a student stops attending aclass at any point, he or she must notify Student Records and submit a Drop/AddChange of Status form. Financial aid monies cannotbe applied to classes neverattended; therefore a recalculation of financial aid will be based upon the creditload of attended classes which may reduce a students award. Attendance isclosely monitored. Dunwoody reserves the right to withdraw any student fromclass, without a refund, for non-attendance past the fifth day of a quarter. Seealso: Tuition Refund Policy.

Termination of EnrollmentVoluntary WithdrawalStudents who voluntarily terminate enrollment must complete a Notification ofNon-Attendance/Withdrawal Form in order to officially close their records. Theschool attempts to contact any student absent without notice. If contact is made,a written conditional enrollment agreement may be put in place. If the studentchooses not to return to school or cannot be reached, the school will thenofficially (involuntary) terminate his or her enrollment within 5-14 days of lastreported date of attendance. See also: Tuition Refund Policy.

Involuntary TerminationDunwoody reserves the right to terminate the enrollment of students. Reasonsfor termination include but are not limited to:

Non-attendance/no contact for five or more days within any technicalprogram

Frequent absences or tardiness Aggressive, harassing, or discriminatory acts against other students or

employees Failure to pay tuition by stated deadlines Unsatisfactory progress/academic suspension Failure to follow school procedures and policies Acts of theft or dishonesty Failure to comply with safety regulations Malicious damage to school property

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Re-Admittance to Dunwoody College of TechnologyAny student wishing to withdraw from school should visit with the Student Servicesdepartment to determine if and when re-admittance to the college would be feasible.

Students who leave Dunwoody for personal, family, work, and similar reasons are alwaysencouraged to re-apply for a future term. The re-admit process includes a re-admitapplication, a $10 application fee, and an enrollment decision made by the AdmissionsReview Committee. A student being re-admitted would need to follow the academicplan currently in place which may be different from the academic plan in place at thetime the student withdrew initially. See also: Academic Forgiveness.

Previous Unpaid BalancesStudents wishing to re-admit to Dunwoody who have a financial hold on theiraccount from the time of withdrawing from school would need to make paymentarrangements for outstanding balances before being re-admitted and registeredfor classes. The Financial Aid and Accounting offices should also be consulted.

School Records and FERPAThe federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certainrights with respect to their education records. They are:

1. The right to inspect and review the students education record within 45 days of theday the college receives a request for access.

Students should submit written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspectto the registrar, dean, head of the academic department, or other appropriate official. Thecollege official will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time andplace where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by thecollege official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the studentof the correct official to whom the request should be addressed.

2. The right to request the amendment of the students educational records that thestudent believes are inaccurate or misleading.

Students may ask the college to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate,misleading, or in violation of the privacy rights of the student. They should write thecollege official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record they wantchanged, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading.

If the college decides not to amend the record as requested by the student, the college

will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to ahearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding thehearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to ahearing.



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3. The right to consent to disclosure of personally identifiable information containedin the students education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizesdisclosure without consent.

Some of the more common exceptions are as follows:

a) Disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests.A school official is a person employed by the college in an administrative, supervisory,academic, research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personneland health staff); a person or company with whom the college has contracted (such asattorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; or astudent serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee,or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has alegitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in orderto fulfill his or her professional responsibility. For example, Dunwoody has appointed

the National Student Clearinghouse (NSC) as an agent for the purposes of reportingstudent enrollment information to participants in student loan programs and to provideconfirmation of degree status and enrollment to employers, employment agencies,background checking firms and others that require such confirmation.

b) Disclosure of directory information.The college defines directory information to include the following:

Student name Telephone listing Dunwoody electronic mail address Hometown (if provided by student) Enrollment Status (e.g. full or part-time) and course enrollment Dates of attendance Course of study Degree(s) earned Honor list status or other awards received Participation in officially recognized events The most recent educational agency or institution attended Photographic, electronic, or video images (only if taken with the

consent of the student or if student appears in photograph or videotaken in public area of campus for legitimate educational reasons, suchas photographs of campus for Dunwoody brochure

Numbers that a department or program has assigned to a student foradministrative purposes but not student i.d. numbers or student socialsecurity numbers (i.e. the number on your student badge)



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Students may object to the designation of any or all of the types of information listedabove as directory information in his or her case, by giving written notice to the StudentRecords office. Forms for making the objection are also available. Such objection shall be

honored until revoked in writing by the student. If a student does not want informationpublished in a printed directory, they must inform the Student Records office.(Dunwoody does not have a printed student directory but certain departments orprograms may create such a directory.) The College cannot alter previously printedinformation.

c) Disclosure for transfer purposes.Upon request, Dunwoody may disclose education records without consent to officials ofanother school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll.

d) Disclosures to parents of dependent children.A student is considered a dependent student if they can be claimed as a dependent on the

tax return of a parent, guardian, or other individual. However, Dunwoody will notassume such a dependent status exists and will first look to the student for consent.

4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerningalleged failures by Dunwoody College of Technology to comply with therequirements of FERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPAis:

Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue SWWashington, D.C. 20202-4605

Student Records FilesDunwoody College of Technology maintains academic records through the StudentRecords office. The following items must be on file:

Immunization FormsAll degree- or diploma-seeking students born in 1957 or later are required by lawto show proof of immunization (M.S. 135A. 14), except for students who havegraduated from a Minnesota high school since 1997, who are exempt. Thesestudents must complete a form showing proof of recent vaccinations againsttetanus and diphtheria (DPT or TD) and measles, mumps, and rubella (MMR).State law requires that students file this form within their first 30 days of

enrollment. If legally required immunization information is not provided in atimely manner, the student may be placed on Immunization Hold and notallowed to register for the next quarter. Hepatitis A vaccines are recommendedbut not required.



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Address ChangesEvery students current local address and phone number should be on file in theStudent Records Office located in the Pinska Center. The office should be

notified if a students address and/or phone number changes. Students may notlist Dunwoody College of Technology as a mailing address.

Proof of High School GraduationUnofficial transcripts are often used for admittance decisions. However, once theaccepted student completes high school, official transcripts showing proof ofgraduation is required in Student Records. Alternative forms include proof ofG.E.D. (high school equivalency) and home school verification.

Post-Secondary TranscriptsStudents who have attended other colleges and universities should have officialtranscripts from those institutions sent to Dunwoody College of Technology fortransfer credit evaluations and to determine eligibility for grants and other forms

of financial aid. See also: Financial Aid.

Enrollment StatusStudents enrolled in 12 or more credits are classified as full-time. Students registering for11 credits or fewer per quarter are classified as part-time. Students enrolled for at least 6credits may be eligible to participate in some financial assistance programs. If a studentdrops from full-time to part-time, he or she should discuss possible consequences with afinancial aid specialist. More information is available from the Financial Aid and StudentRecords Offices.

The number of credits taken determines the amount of financial aid for which a studentis eligible. The federal definition of full-time enrollment status is defined as attending 12or more credits. Three-quarter time enrollment status is defined as attending 9, 10 or 11credits, half-time enrollment status is defined as attending 6, 7 or 8 credits and less thanhalf-time is defined as attending less than 6 credits. Students attending less than 6credits are not loan eligible. Note: A dependent student wanting to be covered by theirparents medical insurance typically must be attending at least 12 credits.

Non-Matriculating Student StatusStudents who are not seeking a degree, diploma, or certificate and are taking oneor more classes for personal or professional growth are termed as non-matriculating students (NMAT). NMAT students may take regular creditcourses or CEU courses through the Center for Continued Learning, pending

space available. A separate application and registration form is required.Verifying Student Enrollment StatusStudent Records will only verify the number of credits enrolled at the time therequest is made. Students can verify their own enrollment status usingClearinghouse Student Self-Service through the National Student Clearinghouse(NSC). The link is in IQ.Web or go to www.studentclearinghouse.org.

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Transferring In Credits and/or ExperienceThere are several ways to document prior learning as it applies to a Dunwoody Bachelorsor Associates degree, diploma, or certificate program.

Transferring Credits to Dunwoody

Students who have completed technical or general education credits successfully(grades of C or better) at other accredited post-secondary institutions within thelast seven (7) years may request that those credits be evaluated for transfer.Students should contact the Transfer Specialist who will do a preliminaryevaluation and contact you with the result.

Transfer credits will be documented on a Dunwoody transcript if following steps are complete:

1. Obtain a Transfer Credit Research form from the Student Records Office orwebsite.

2. Pay a non-refundable Transfer Credit Fee of $25.3. Request that the institution(s) previously attended sendofficial transcripts

to the Student Records Office, Dunwoody College of Technology, 818Dunwoody Blvd., Minneapolis, MN 55403.

4. Be an accepted student.Transferred credits will be entered on the students Dunwoody transcript andwill have no effect on GPA. Total technical/occupational credits transferred in astudents major field cannot exceed 40% of those required for the major.

Students who earned an Associates degree within the last seven (7) years couldbe eligible for a block transfer of all Arts & Sciences credits so long as corerequirements for the program of choice have been met. Students should see theTransfer Specialist in the Student Records Office for more information.

CLEP TestsDunwoodys Bachelor of Science in Applied Management and AppliedManagement with MIS Emphasis will accept credits from CLEP Tests based onthe following conditions:

1. The test credits are designed to bridge the gap between Diploma/Certificatestudents and the Bachelors program. Therefore, credits will only be acceptedfor students who are registered in the Bachelors Program, and do not have an

AAS or equivalent degree.

2. These test credits are not available to students enrolled in AAS, or other non-Bachelors programs.

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4. Credit will not be given in courses that are equivalent to credits alreadygranted (i.e. if the student has credit for a communications course, they maynot receive credit for any communication or equivalent tests).

5. Students cannot use CLEP tests to substitute for a course taken at Dunwoodythat resulted in a failed grade.

6. A maximum of 24 credits will be granted for CLEP Tests. These credits willshow up on the students transcript as CR and will not count in thecalculation of the students GPA.

The process for CLEP testing is for the student to take the test at an official testcenter (these can be found by going tohttp://www.collegeboard.com/student/testing/clep/about.html. Once thestudent completes the test, he or she must supply Dunwoody with score

verification (this can be done through the CLEP testing agency), verifyingsuccessful completion. In order to receive credit for the test the student musthave a score of 50 or higher (scaled score value) on the test.

A maximum of 3 quarter credits will be granted per test. Dunwoody will charge aone time credit transfer fee of $25.00 (in addition to any testing fees). See theStudent Handbook policy on transfer credits for additional information.

Prior to testing the student must meet with the Bachelor of Science DepartmentDirector to review his or her academic plan and to identify which tests are neededto meet this plan (Dunwoody reserves the right to refuse scores from any tests

that are not pre-approved by the Department Director).

Credit for Previous Training or ExperienceA student with previous training and/or experience may be able to receiveadvanced standing in a program by transferring credits from other post-secondary institutions or demonstrating specific competencies by passing awritten exam or by submitting documentation of work. Past experience shouldbe verified by previous employers in written form including what skills wereobtained and then matched up with objectives for the course(s) in question. Areview of the submitted documents by the Transfer Specialist and/or DepartmentDirector and an interview with the student will determine whether credit, agrade of CR, can be granted. Formal documentation must be processed throughthe Student Records Office in order for any earned credit to take effect.

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Testing Out of CoursesWhile test-out opportunities are limited, students who would like to test out of aclass should talk to the instructor who teaches the class or the appropriate

Department Director. There is a non-refundable fee of $10 per credit for eachattempt to test out of a course, whether or not such attempts are successful.Attempts are to occur prior to the 5th business day of any quarter in which thestudent wishes to test out of a course in which he or she is registered. Thisensures adequate processing time before the drop/add deadline.

Transferring Credits to Another SchoolDecisions concerning the acceptance of credits by institutions are made at thesole discretion of the receiving institution. Dunwoody offers a Bachelors degreeand students desiring additional education are encouraged to seek informationthrough Admissions. For more information, contact the Registrar at Dunwoody.

Credit-to-Clock Hour RatioTechnical lecture: 12-15 hours = 1 creditTechnical laboratory: 24-30 hours = 1 creditArts & Sciences lecture: 12 hours = 1 credit

Make-Up WorkStudents are required to make up all assignments and work missed as a result of anabsence. Additionally, students must remain in frequent communication withinstructors about such absences. The instructor may assign additional outside make-upwork to be completed for each absence. Arrangements to take any tests missed becauseof an absence must be made with the instructor and approved by the Department

Director. Students should refer to their course syllabi for more information. See also:Attendance Policy, Grading System.

TranscriptsA transcript is a copy of a students complete college academic record. Dunwoodyreserves the right to withhold transcripts of current or former students who are not ingood financial or academic standing with the College. All courses taken and final gradesearned will appear on the transcript even if grade values for non-academic plan coursesdo not calculate into the grade point average (GPA). Only courses dropped within thedrop/add period will not appear on a transcript. Students who have graduated fromDunwoody or NEI are re-enrolled for a Bachelor of Science degree will have two separate

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Unofficial TranscriptsUnofficial transcripts are available for free on a self-serve basis using IQWeb.

Official TranscriptsPrinted on official transcript paper bearing watermark and Registrar signature

Current students FREEGraduates up to 6 months after graduation FREEGraduates, after 6 months $5.00Former students, non-grads $5.00

Transcript Request ProcessTranscript request forms which indicate required information for processing areavailable in the Student Records Office and on the Dunwoody website. Onlysigned, written requests by mail or fax - will be accepted. Telephone and emailrequests cannot be accepted. The Accounting department may be contacted

separately for fee payment.

A transcript request will be processed within five working days of receipt of arequest and payment. Official transcripts that are released directly to the studentwill be stamped Student Copy. Sealed transcripts, provided upon request, will bestampedIssued to Student in Sealed Envelope. Rush services are not available.

NOTE: Dunwoody does not issue or certify copies of transcripts from other institutions.

Report CardsGrades are not reported over the telephone, by fax or by email. As of Winter2006, grades are no longer mailed.

Academic AdvisingEvery Dunwoody student is assigned an advisor by his or her technical programsDepartment Director. Students should meet with their advisor at least once a quarter.This faculty member can answer questions and help the student develop plans tomeetall of the requirements needed for graduation, including the Student Learning Collection.See also: Grading System, Student Life, Elftmann Student Success Center, and IQ.Web.



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Graduation RequirementsIn order to graduate with a Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.), Associate of AppliedScience (A.A.S.) degree, diploma or certificate from Dunwoody College of Technology,

students must meet all of the following graduation requirements:1. Pass all courses listed under the major program curriculum/academic plan.2. Maintain a minimum overall cumulative grade point average of 2.0 (a C

average).3. Submit a satisfactory Student Learning Collection or program equivalence.4. Meet attendance standards.5. Fulfill all financial obligations to Dunwoody College of Technology.

Degrees and Diplomas - GraduationDegrees and diplomas are posted to student transcripts following the receipt of gradesfor the final quarter of enrollment. Degrees and diplomas are mailed approximately four

weeks following the end of the quarter. The award date is based upon the end of the termin which a student fulfils all graduation requirements. Academic plans showing degreeprogress are available on IQWeb. Students who have questions regarding individualstudent records should contact the Student Records Office. Students wishing to appealineligibility to graduate should contact the Dean of Learning.

Graduation Ceremonies, Class PicturesGraduation ceremonies (commencement exercises) take place on or just before the lastday of each quarter. Graduate participation in commencement ceremonies at Dunwoodyis encouraged, but not required. Walking through ceremonies is not an indication ofofficial graduate status. Graduating students who elect to participate in commencement

ceremonies are required to wear a Dunwoody-issued cap and gown. A complimentarycap and gown are provided to each graduate and are distributed at rehearsal. If the capand gown become lost or damaged prior to the commencement ceremony, the studentwill be required to purchase another cap and/or gown at his or her expense. Allgraduating students may participate in class pictures regardless of their plans toparticipate in the ceremony. Class pictures may be ordered at the Accounting/FeeWindow. Prepayment is required.

Graduation RateA report on Dunwoodys graduation rate of students for whom 150% of normal time tocompletion has elapsed is available upon request. The information is provided in

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Academic Achievement

Dunwoody College of Technology recognizes student achievement in several ways:

Deans List

The Deans List, compiled after each quarter, lists Bachelor of Science degree,Associate of Applied Science degree, diploma, and certificate students whosegrade point average for a quarter is 3.5 or better (term GPA). Students must befull-time students (a minimum of 12 credits), graded on the traditional gradingsystem, and have no incompletes in courses offered for credit. Students on theDeans List are given a letter of recognition and publicly recognized on an awardboard on campus and the campus website unless full FERPA restriction is inplace.

Latin HonorsAs of June 2006, Dunwoody recognizes outstanding academic achievement byawarding Latin honors for students seeking a Bachelor of Science degree,Associate of Applied Science degree and diploma at graduation. Honors are basedon cumulative grade point average. The categories recognized are:

Summa Cum Laude: a cumulative grade point average of 3.90 or better Magna Cum Laude: a cumulative grade point average of 3.70 to 3.89 Cum Laude: a cumulative grade point average of 3.50 to 3.69Students who qualify for recognition the quarter before graduation will have honors

noted by their name in the graduation program. However, such honors will not bevalidated until all final grades are calculated. A diploma and separate honorscertificate will be issued by U.S. Mail once graduation and honors status isofficially determined.

Academic HonorsDunwoody recognizes academic excellence of all B.S. degree, A.A.S. degree,diploma, and certificate students who, at graduation, have demonstrated a 3.0GPA or higher. Academic Honors are noted on the graduation program with anasterisk.



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Attendance AwardThe Alumni Board of Managers has chosen to recognize graduating AAS, diploma,and certificate students who have maintained excellent attendance, thus

demonstrating work ethic, with an Attendance Award. Students attendance willbe tracked and tallied at the end of their academic program. Calculations arebased on the total number of hours a student attends class. Gateway absences arenot considered in attendance award calculations. The award will be given tothose students who fall under three different levels of achievement:

Gold Award 100% AttendanceSilver Award 99% AttendanceBronze Award 98% Attendance

Special RequestsSpecial requests regarding an academic or financial issue or other need for

accommodation may be made by completing a Student Request Form and obtaining theappropriate signatures. Forms are available from Student Records. See also: Disabilities,Satisfactory Progress, Complaints, and Appeals.

DisabilitiesStudents with disabilities who desire academic assistance may be requested toprovide documentation of the disability and the extent of support servicesrequested. To request accommodations, students should submit a StudentRequest Form to the Deans Office.

Complaint ProcedureDunwoody is committed to providing best-in-class customer service and education.Student feedback is very important to us. To express a concern or to make a complaintrelated to Dunwoody College of Technology, students should follow this procedure:

1. To resolve an issue, identify the most appropriate area to direct your concerns. Ifthe complaint is about any individual Dunwoody employee, please contact theindividual in question or contact that persons supervisor. If unsure who tocontact at first, seek assistance from the Student Services department.

2. If the matter is not resolved to the students satisfaction and the student wouldlike to lodge a formal complaint, it must be in writing. A Student Request Formmay be used for submitting a written complaint. A written complaint should be

addressed to the Deans Office.3. Students may appeal the Deans decision. Dunwoodys Vice President of

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Grade AppealsThe grade appeal procedure is available for students to review a final coursegrade. Assessing a students academic performance is one of the major

responsibilities of instructors and is solely their responsibility. It is not the intentof this policy either to question the judgment of instructors nor to subject themto pressure from any source.

A grade appeal may be based on one or all of the following:

1) Assigning a final course grade on some basis other than a studentsperformance in the course;

2) Assigning a final course grade using more or less demanding standards thanapplied to other students in the class; or

3) Assigning a final course grade with substantial departure from the standardsset forth by the instructors syllabus or any addenda to it.

Grade Appeal ProceduresA student who believes a final course grade is inaccurate or unfair should proceedas follows:

1) Consult with the instructor to fully understand the grounds and proceduresused to determine the final course grade. The goal of this conference is toreach mutual understanding about the criteria, assessment, and the finalcourse grade assigned and, if necessary, to correct any errors.

If the instructor is not available, the immediate supervisor of the instructorshould be contacted.

2) If there is no resolution after consultation with the instructor, the studentshould confer with the appropriate Department Director, who may suggest ameeting between both parties, in an effort to reach an understanding andresolution.

3) If a resolution is not reached through steps one and two, the student shallsubmit a written petition to the Dean of Learning. This appeal must besubmitted no later than 45 calendar days after the beginning of the nextquarter following the term in which the final grade in dispute was recorded.The issues should be described as specifically and completely as possible, anda statement of possible solution should be offered. The Dean of Learning willprovide a resolution in writing within 15 days of the appeal.



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Web-Based/Online CoursesWeb-based and hybrid courses are offered through the Arts and Sciences and sometechnical departments. If scheduled for a web-based or hybrid course offering, students

MUST attend the first day of class or make alternative arrangements with the instructorin advance. Students are expected to maintain satisfactory academic progress andadhere to timeframes as dictated by the course syllabus. Standard drop/add deadline andtimeframes for withdrawing apply to web-based or hybrid courses. Refer to theAttendance and Drop/Add policies for more information.

IQ.WebIQ.Web is an online self-advocacy tool for students, located on the internet athttps://iqweb.dunwoody.edu. The IT Helpdesk issues login and password information atOrientation. Students are strongly encouraged to monitor IQWeb account activity andupdates frequently, including grades, schedule/registration, financial aid and account

balance information, official enrollment verification printouts, and more. For moreinformation, please visit Student Records or Student Services.



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IIVV.. SSAATTIISSFFAACCTTOORRYY AACCAADDEEMMIICC PPRROOGGRREESSSSSatisfactory Progress/Academic Probation

Satisfactory progress combines the requirements for good academic standing withcontinued financial aid eligibility.

To maintain satisfactory progress, the student must maintain a minimum, cumulativegrade point average (GPA) of 2.0. The maximum program completion time is fourquarters for three-quarter programs and nine quarters for six-quarter programs.Students whose cumulative GPA falls below 2.0 will be placed on academic probationand their continued financial aid eligibility will be at risk. Students must receive aminimum of a 2.0 GPA for each probationary quarter (as limited by program length)until the cumulative GPA is 2.0 or higher. The student must complete all hoursattempted with no grades of W, F or INC while on probation. Such grades are viewed as

violation of probation. See also: Financial Aid Implications While on Probation.

Probationary ProcessThe Student Records Office will alert students by U.S. Mail and Dunwoody e-mail to their probationary status within three weeks of all final grades beingsubmitted for the previous quarter. A student placed on academic probation mayrequest to remain enrolled on probationary status by: a) meeting with theDepartment Director for an advising session and b) completing the side of Page 1of a Notice of Unsatisfactory Progress (NOUP) Form. This form will be included withthe probation letter received by mail, and must be submitted to the StudentRecords office before being allowed to register for the following quarters classes.

The Student Services department and the Elftmann Student Success Center willbe alerted to the students probationary status in order to offer on-going advising,tutoring, and other services as available. It is expected that students not in goodstanding will refrain from extracurricular opportunities, field trips, etc.

This process must be completed by Week 4 every quarter in which a student isplaced on academic probation. If the GPA does not reach the allowable minimumby the end of the probationary period or probation violations occur, the studentsenrollment will be placed on suspension.



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Suspension AppealsStudents may appeal their suspended enrollment status by completing sides 1 and2 of a Notice of Unsatisfactory Progress (NOUP) Form. The form is available in

Student Records. Appeals may include unusual circumstances which haveaffected the students academic performance. Appeals are reviewed by the Deanof Learning with a decision or recommendation within 10 (ten) days. If thestudent wishes to appeal the decision, a written request along with any priordocumentation of action at other levels shall be filed with the Vice President ofAcademic Affairs within 10 (ten) working days of receipt of the Dean ofLearnings decision. If the appeal is approved, the students financial aideligibility will be reinstated. If the conditions of the appeal are not satisfied bythe end of that quarter the student is no longer eligible for financial aid andenrollment will be terminated. If the student is denied aid based onunsatisfactory academic progress, that denial takes precedence over any previous

award notification that may have been received.Financial Aid Implications While on ProbationTo be eligible for federal student financial aid, students must meet satisfactoryacademic progress standards. Federal legislation governing all federal studentfinancial aid programs requires that a student make satisfactory academicprogress toward a certificate, diploma, Associate of Applied Science degree orBachelor of Science degree. All recipients of all financial aid programs, includingstate, federal and institutionally funded programs, are subject to these standardsfor renewal of their financial aid eligibility. Failure to maintain satisfactoryprogress may result in cancellation of financial aid awards and the student mayhave to repay any funds already received. Students may continue to receive

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Grading SystemDunwoody College of Technology employs the following grading system, as of July 1,1999:

Letter Grade Quality PointsA = 4.00A- = 3.67B+ = 3.33B = 3.00B- = 2.67C+ = 2.33C = 2.00C- = 1.67D+ = 1.33D = 1.00

D- = 0.67F = 0.00INC = 0.00 (Incomplete calculated as F in GPA)AU = Audit Not calculated in GPACR = Credit Given Not calculated in GPANCR = No Credit Given Not calculated in GPATO = Test Out Not calculated in GPATR = Transfer Not calculated in GPAW = Withdrawn Not calculated in GPA* = Grade value not calculated in GPA under current academic plan

Calculating Grade Point Average (GPA)The GPA is computed by multiplying the grade value by the number of credits todetermine quality points for each class, and dividing the total quality points bythe total number of credits. Here is an example of a GPA calculation:

3-credit course x 4 points (grade of A) = 12.00 quality points4-credit course x 3.33 points (grade of B+) = 13.32 quality points4-credit course x 2 points (grade of C) = 8.00 quality pointsTotals: 11 credits 33.32 quality points = 3.03 GPA



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Repeated CoursesWhen a course is repeated, both grades will show on the transcript but only thehighest grade will be used in computing grade point average (GPA). Financial

aid will not apply to courses repeated when the original grade was passing (D- orabove), nor will these credits count toward enrollment status for financial aidpurposes (i.e. FT/PT/aid eligibility). Students must be enrolled for at least 6credits (not including repeated courses) to remain aid eligible. Only those gradeswith quality points in the above list will be used in computing a students GPA(see Calculating Grade Point Average section of this handbook for moreinformation on calculating grade point average). Gateway courses are notincluded in calculating cumulative GPA. No grades awarded before July 1, 1999will be adjusted to the new system.

The *GradeA grade followed by an * symbol denotes a grade earned for a course that is no

longer relevant to the current academic plan in place. Such instances will occurin Change of Major or Award Level scenarios. Grades of W will not beasterisked.

The FGradeStudents must earn passing grades in each course required for the any ofDunwoodys formally recognized Bachelors, Associates, diploma or certificateprograms. A student who fails a course must repeat the course or may request tocomplete alternate course requirements, as available. If a failed course is retakenand passed, the new grade will supersede the previous grade and be countedtoward the GPA and the degree or diploma. Regular tuition will be charged for

repeating a course when it is offered.The WGradeA W grade means withdrawn, and has no impact on a students GPA. No creditis awarded for the course, but it does count as credits attempted. The W gradeis assigned when a student drops a course after the drop/add period of the firstfive days of the quarter. Grades of W may impact financial aid eligibility.

The INCGradeAn INC grade means incomplete. An incomplete INC may be granted at aninstructors discretion only due to students illness or a special situation thatprevents completion of course requirements by the end of the academic quarter.

The student must request an incomplete, in writing, stating the reason forneeding an extension to complete the course work. The Incomplete grade impactsa students GPA in the same way as a failing grade. If an Incomplete is not made upby the end of the following quarter, it will be formally changed to an F on thestudents transcript. At that point, the student must re-register and pay tuitionfor the course to fulfill requirements.



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Midterm & Final GradesMidterm grades are used by some faculty for advising purposes, but do notappear on transcripts. Midterm and final grades can be viewed at

https://iqweb.dunwoody.edu. Dunwoody does not mail report cards.

Change of MajorStudents wishing to change their curriculum (major) or switch between the degree ordiploma track must fill out a Change of Curriculum form, available in the StudentRecords Office. The form must be approved by the appropriate Department Directors.A new academic plan will then be assigned. As such changes may impact academicadvising and planning, financial aid, course availability, expected graduation date, andother areas, students are urged to seek out excellent advice from all appropriatedepartments. Grade values earned in courses that no longer apply to the new major oraward level in place will be removed from GPA calculations and noted on the transcriptwith an * following the grade. However, the actual letter grade earned for all coursestaken will remain on the transcript.



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VV.. FFIINNAANNCCIIAALLAAIIDD && AACCCCOOUUNNTT IINNFFOORRMMAATTIIOONN

Tuition and Late Fees

Tuition is due on the first day of the quarter. To view current amount owed, studentsshould consult IQWeb. A late fee of $100.00 will be assessed if tuition and fees are notpaid by 2:30 p.m. on the sixth day of the quarter. Students may settle their account byany of the following methods:

Cash, Check or Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, and Discover) Financial aid, loans or scholarships which cover the full amount of tuition, books,

and fees Payment Plan in effect with balance to be paid in full by Friday of Week 11 of the

quarter

A student with an account balance in the current quarter will be placed on financial holdwhich prevents registration and the release of any transcripts until financial obligationshave been met. Payment plans are available which are coordinated through the AssistantDean and Accounting. Students with payment plans in effect will not be able to registerfor the next quarter until the balance for the current quarter is paid in full. Late fees willalso be applied to accounts in which a payment plan has been put into effect. See also:Add/Drop/Withdraw.

Tuition Refund PolicyThis section provides specific information concerning tuition refund calculations underdifferent scenarios and explains government regulations on tuition refunds. Because of

the numerous scenarios possible, refund calculations and examples do not take intoaccount potential returns of Title IV funds. If you have any questions regarding Title IVpaybacks, please contact the Financial Aid Office.

Refunds for Dropped CoursesStudents dropping a course during the first five school days of the quarter will receivea 100% refund for the course. There is no refund for courses dropped after Day 5.See also: Add/Drop/Withdraw.

Complete Withdrawal from All CoursesDunwoody participates in the U.S. Department of Education Student Aidprograms, and complies with federal regulations which require Dunwoody to

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1) The Federal Pro Rata Refund Calculation (student is attending Dunwoody forthe first time and has not completed more than 60% of the first quarter ofenrollment); or

2) The Federal Refund Policy Calculation (student has completed the first quarterof enrollment)

In the case of prolonged illness or accident, death in the family, or other seriouscircumstances that make it impractical to complete the program, Dunwoodyshall make a settlement that is reasonable and fair to both parties. The studentshould contact Dunwoody College of Technology as soon as possible to initiatesuch discussions.

Under federal law, Dunwoody must also calculate a Return of Title IV Fundswhich includes the Pell Grant, SEOG, Subsidized Stafford Loan, UnsubsidizedStafford Loan and Parent PLUS Loan. Although those funds, upon arrival, are

applied in full to a students account, the student earns his or her Title IV fundsby attending classes and may be required to return all or a portion of those fundsupon withdrawing from school. The amount earned by a student has norelationship to the students incurred institutional charges. If the student hasattended less than 60% of a quarter, a pro rata schedule is used to determine theamount of Title IV funds the student has earned at the time of withdrawal. If thestudent has attended 60% or more of a quarter, the student is considered to haveearned 100% of the allotted Title IV funds. Based on this calculation, awithdrawing student may owe a larger payback to Title IV fund sources thanwhat is calculated as the institutional refund amount. Dunwoody is requiredby law to make these paybacks to the appropriate Title IV program, so the

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Dunwoody Refund Policy CalculationDunwoody provides a more favorable student refund, based on the followingchart and process:

1) Determine the Refund PercentageFind the refund percentage from the following chart:

Time of Complete Withdrawal

Refund for Normal 12 Week Quarter Refund

1st week 100%

2ndweek 75%

3rdweek 50%

4th week 50%

5th week 25%

6th week 25%

7th week 25%

8th through 12th week 0%

Refund for Summer Session 1 & 2 (6 week session) Refund

1st week 100%

2ndweek 50%

3rdweek 25%

4th through 6th week 0%

2) Compute Amount of RefundMultiply the net tuition, technology fee, and activity fee by the refund percentto get the amount of refund.

3) Administrative FeeSubtract an administrative fee (the lesser of $100 or 10% of tuition) from the

calculated refund to get the net amount of refund.

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Financial AssistanceAll students are encouraged to apply for financial aid on-line each year atwww.fafsa.ed.gov. This process helps us to identify not only federal or state grants (gift

aid) but also various loans (self-help) and scholarship opportunities students may beeligible for. Although we do not have specific deadlines for 1st year students, werecommend applying early to be eligible for all entitled aid and to avoid latefees. Students are asked to re-apply each year by April 15th to be considered for 2nd-yearscholarships.

ScholarshipsEach year Dunwoody College of Technology offers a variety of need-based andmerit-based scholarships. To be considered for any need-based scholarship astudent would need to apply for financial aid. 1st-year scholarships are advertisedin the display case across from the Student Lounge in the main building inSeptember of each year, 2nd year scholarships are advertised in earlyMay. Students are encouraged to re-apply for financial aid each year by April 15thto be considered for 2nd-year scholarships. Scholarship info also available at:http://classes.dunwoody.edu.

Veterans, Reservists, National Guard MembersDunwoody College of Technology is eligible for veterans educational benefits.Reservists and National Guard members attending Dunwoody may also qualifyfor educational benefits. The Financial Aid Office provides personal assistanceand referrals to veterans and veterans dependents. The Financial Aid Office canprovide more details.

Work Study (On-Campus Employment)Full-time students may qualify for work study allowing them to work part-timeon campus in department-related positions, maintenance, office, or tutoringpositions. Tutors are usually second-year students who have been successful intheir programs of study, or individuals who may have special knowledge andskills. First-year students are also encouraged to apply for tutoring positions.Job listings are available outside of the Financial Aid Office, located in the PinskaStudent Services Center. Students interested in this option must complete a FreeApplication for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) Form available in the Financial Aid Office.After the student receives a FAFSA report, the Financial Aid Office will verifyeligibility for on-campus work study. Students may contact the Financial Aid

Office with any questions. Additional employment paperwork must also becompleted in the Human Resources Office, located on the Blue level. See also:Part-Time Employment.

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Computer, Internet, and E-MailDunwoody e-mail is the primary mode of communication among students, faculty andstaff. A Dunwoody e-mail account is provided to each person in order to communicateefficiently regarding academic progress, assignments/attendance, scheduling/registrationaccount information, etc. Dunwoody e-mail accounts should be checked daily. At notime should anyone use settings which refuse delivery of messages nor should anyoneallow his or her mailbox to become full where messages cannot be received. If a studentbelieves that messages are routinely being received in error, he or she should contact theIT Help Desk. Communications via personal e-mail accounts will not be accepted (i.e.Yahoo, Hotmail, AOL, EarthLink, workplace accounts, etc) as it can not be assumed thatsuch accounts are private, not shared with or viewable by other 3rdparties. See also:School Records and FERPA

Dunwoodys e-mail and Internet resources are provided for the sole use of Dunwoodystudents, faculty, staff and administration. E-mail and Internet records are subject to allexisting laws (federal, state, and local), as well as Dunwoodys policies and procedures.

The following types of activities, while not an exclusive list, are specifically prohibitedand may result in administrative action and academic suspension:

Unauthorized use of any computer account Unauthorized transfer of or entry into a file Using Dunwoodys computers and/or network to gain unauthorized access into or

compromise the security of any computer system Illegal copying, storing, and/or sharing of software, music, movies, and other forms

of intellectual property protected by U.S. copyright law (may also result in civildamages and criminal penalties)

Using e-mail to threaten or harass others Using Dunwoodys network and/or computers to access pornography or obscene

material, websites displaying such material and other websites deemedinappropriate by Dunwoody.

Activities for the purpose of personal or commercial financial gain including chainletters, solicitation of business or services, sales of personal property, etc.

Storing, processing, or displaying racially offensive, gender offensive or obscenematerial

Using another individuals account or identity to send or receive e-mail Viewing, damaging, or deleting other users files or communications without

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Posting materials on electronic bulletin boards, chat rooms, and/or other publiclyaccessible digital media, which violate existing laws, regulations, or Dunwoodyspolicies or codes of conduct

Theft, misuse or abuse of computing or networking resources Posting of Dunwoodys confidential materials, records, policies or procedures or

transmitting them to unauthorized personnel

Sharing of passwords with othersComputer ServicesThe Information Technology (IT) Department at Dunwoody is responsible for theadministration of the Student Notebook Computer Program, Help Desk Support, E-Mail/Internet Usage & Printer Services.

Laptops/Computers

The laptop is the property of Dunwoody College of Technology. IT handles laptopdistribution services at the start of every quarter. The laptop comes equipped with thenecessary software for the program in which the student is enrolled. Students must readand fully understand the lease agreement they sign with the school. Students are not toload software that is not supplied and/or authorized by Dunwoody. In the event of anydamage to the laptop computer, the student will be held liable. See also:Computer/Internet policies.

E-Mail/Internet Usage & Printing ServicesOpen access through computers, networks, and the Internet is a privilege. Dunwoodys

goal in providing this service to our students is to promote educational excellence byfacilitating resource sharing, innovation and communication. Wireless service isavailable on campus in most areas. Network connections are available at variouslocations around the campus, such as computer labs, classrooms, the library, and someadditional study areas. Laptops are leased and not available for individual purchase.Laptops must be returned immediately at the end of the school year, withdrawal fromschool, or upon graduation.

Students must be aware that network resources are limited, thus avoiding activities onthe internet such as games, video/music downloading and video/music streaming.

IT Help Desk Support

The Information TechnologyDepartment provides Help Desk support to students whoare experiencing various computer-related issues including username, password, andIQWeb access. Help Desk support includes troubleshooting laptop computer problems,e-mail, printing, and general software and hardware issues. Hours are posted eachquarter.



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General Advising

The Student Services department is staffed with Advisors whose sole purpose is to retainstudents and foster student success through graduation. Students should alwaysconsult with an Advisor when unsure of resources available, when needingassistance/advocacy, and when thinking about terminating enrollment.

Resources and InformationA website is available to all students at http://classes.dunwoody.edu/services/ whichfeatures information about on-campus and off-campus resources, services, and events.Student Services Advisors are also available to discuss resources and information inperson.

The online resource website includes information about:

Child Care Lost/Found Housing Mental Health & Chemical Dependency Healthcare/Insurance And much more

Student Organizations and Groups/ClubsStudents are strongly encouraged to seek out opportunities to connect with others, tonetwork, and develop skills outside of the classroom for lifelong success. The StudentServices department can provide information on all existing formal and informal groups

and direct anyone wishing to form a new organization or club.

Student GovernmentThe Student Government is made up of elected student representatives from eachacademic program. The Student Government meets monthly to promotecommunication, participation, and understanding among students and staff.Committees are appointed as necessary to plan and coordinate special events orprojects. For more information, contact the Student Services Office or aDepartment Director.

Honor Society; Phi Theta Kappa

Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) is the largest and the most prestigious honor societyserving two-year colleges around the world. Membership is based primarilyupon academic achievement. To be eligible, a student: Must be enrolled in an associate degree or diploma program. Must have completed at least 12 credits of coursework leading to an associate

degree program (part-time students may be eligible).

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Must have a grade point average of 3.5 or above to apply; must maintain aGPA of 3.25 or above.

Must pay the one-time membership fee of $75 (or current pricing in effect).Members whose cumulative GPA falls below 3.25 will be in probationary statusfor one quarter. If GPA rises above 3.25, membership in good standing will berestored. If GPA remains below 3.

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