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Catalog1About GUAdmissionsAcademicsAthleticsCampus LifeAlumniGivingNews and EventsSearchSuHome Academics CatalogAbout the UniversityAcademic CalendarAcademic Policies & ProceduresAdmissionsEducational ProgramsStudent Financial AidStudent LifeStudent Rights & Code of ConductTuition, Expenses and Financial ReqGraceland University 2012 - 2013 CatalogAcademic ServicesTable of ContentsFaculty and AdministrationAbout the UniversityAcademic CalendarsAcademic Policies and ProceduresAcademic ServicesAdmissionsEducational Program: Degree Requirements, Majors and ProgramsFaculty and AdministrationNon-Formal EducationSpecial ProgramsStudent Financial AidStudent Rights and Code of ConductStudent LifeTuition, Expenses and Financial RequirementsCatalog IndexGraceland Catalogs (PDF Format)Non-Formal EducationSpecial ProgramsPrior Catalog PDFsCatalog IndexLamoni Campus - 1 University Place - Lamoni, IA 50140 - 641.784.5000 Independence Campus - 1401 W. Truman Road - Independence, MO 64050-3434 - 816.833.0524Online Programs - distancelearning@graceland.edu - 800.833.0524Questions? Comments? Contact the webmaster at webmaster@graceland.eduGraceland University Copyright 2012 20/2012
About University1About GUAdmissionsAcademicsAthleticsCampus LifeAlumniGivingNews and EventsSearchSuHome Academics Catalog About the UniversityTable of ContentsAbout the UniversityAccreditationPolicy on Non-DiscriminationHistoryVision, Mission, ValuesMission StatementGoals of the UniversityOrganization of Academic ProgramEducational SitesLamoni CampusIndependence CampusNon-residential ProgramsACREDITATIONGraceland University is a member of the North Central Association and is accredited by the Higher LearningCommission, www.ncahlc.org, (800) 621-7440.Graceland University's teacher education programs are accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of TeacherEducation (NCATE), www.ncate.org.The nursing programs are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE), www.aacn.nche.edu,and have full approval status with the Iowa Board of Nursing and the Missouri State Board of Nursing.These academic standards ensure that a degree from Graceland University will be recognized by educational, business,and professional communities.This catalog is an official document of Graceland University, and the programs and policies in it have been approvedby the Board of Trustees or its duly authorized agents.About the UniversityAcademic CalendarAcademic Policies & ProceduresAdmissionsEducational ProgramsStudent Financial AidStudent LifeStudent Rights & Code of ConductTuition, Expenses and Financial ReqAcademic ServicesFaculty and AdministrationNon-Formal EducationSpecial ProgramsPrior Catalog PDFsCatalog IndexWhile these programs and policies may be subject to change without notice, the university publishes this catalog withthe intention that students can expect reasonable continuity in academic areas.Changes in other areas — such as cost, campus life, the housing arrangement — occur in an orderly fashion.Policy on Non-DiscriminationGraceland University does not discriminate against any student or prospective student on the basis of race, color,religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation. We are a caring community dedicated to thephysical, intellectual and spiritual well-being of each individual. Gracelanders join together to create an atmosphere ofopenness, mutual respect and diversity.(table of contents)History of Graceland UniversityGraceland University was founded in Lamoni, Iowa in 1895 by the Reorganized Church of Jesus Christ of Latter DaySaints. Graceland’s sponsoring church changed its name to Community of Christ in 2000. Graceland is a non-sectarianinstitution of higher education open to students of all faiths.More than a century later Graceland continues its commitment to providing a solid liberal arts education to a diversestudent population. Today, Graceland students represent 40 states and 40 countries and can choose from more than50 academic majors and programs, and 19 varsity sports.Graceland began as a high school academy and a two-year college. In 1917 it became Iowa’s first accredited juniorcollege. Graceland conferred its first bachelor’s degree in 1958 and became a four-year college in 1960.Graceland College became Graceland University in 2000 when we began offering a variety of master-level degrees.Graceland granted its first bachelor’s degree in nursing in 1969. Our internationally-known School of Nursing (SON) islocated on Graceland’s Independence, Missouri campus (founded in 1999) where we offer a wide array of degreeprograms, including master’s degrees and a new Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program. The Graceland SON wasamong the first in the nation, in 1987, to offer nationally-accredited distance education programs – these programsrevolutionized how nurses are educated and mentored.The university’s teacher education programs date back to Graceland’s early days. Today the Edmund J. Gleazer Schoolof Education provides a diverse offering of innovative undergraduate and graduate degrees, on site and online, onboth the Lamoni and Independence campuses, which lead to nationally-accredited teacher licensure in the state wherethe student plans to teach.The C.H. Sandage School of Business is home to The Sandage Center for the Study of Free Enterprise andEntrepreneurship and our national-champion Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) team. The School of Business offersexciting degree programs like Sport Management and Agricultural Business.Many students transfer to Graceland after course work at community colleges. Graceland began offering a number ofacademic programs in the 1990s at satellite campuses in Cedar Rapids and Centerville, Iowa, and Trenton, Missouri.The Community of Christ Seminary was founded in 2002 and is located in Independence. Students can obtain a Masterof Arts in Religion degree that can be pursued online and on site.Graceland University continues its commitment to provide a quality liberal arts education that contributes to thegrowth of the whole student.(table of contents)Vision, Mission, alog/About-University/index7/20/2012
About University2Graceland University will become a recognized educational leader, inspiring and empowering persons fortransformational service and leadership.MissionGraceland creates learning communities where students develop their potential for meaningful and productive lives.ValuesGraceland values learning, wholeness, and community. Graceland encourages the development of these values for theenrichment of lives and the betterment of the world.LearningWe believe in the life long process of the open and free pursuit of truth.WholenessWe believe that the development of the intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual dimensions of all persons isnecessary for healthy and fulfilling lives.CommunityWe appreciate and welcome diversity and, as an institution sponsored by the Community of Christ, believe in theinherent worth of all persons expressed through relationships built on the foundation of unconditional love andacceptance.(table of contents)Mission of Graceland UniversityGraceland University educates students for advanced study, for productive careers, and for rich lives. Its student bodyis a targeted, yet diverse group that includes persons of different ages, backgrounds, and national origins who share acommitment to learning. Its curriculum, firmly rooted in the liberal arts tradition and enhanced by career-orientedpractical experiences, affirms different styles of learning and prepares students to become competent professionals.Its highly qualified faculty excel in teaching and engage in scholarly, creative and professional activities. Together withthe administration and staff, they care deeply about students.Graceland offers a learning environment for the residential as well as the non-residential student that nurturespersonal growth. Its challenging academic program stresses the joy of lifelong learning, the rigor of intellectualdiscipline, and the relationship of both to a satisfying professional and personal life. Its size fosters genuine concernfor the individual while providing fellowship and a sense of belonging. For the residential student, its rich co-curricularprogram of interest groups, athletics, student government, residential life, and leisure activities provides opportunityto develop interpersonal skills, relationships, creativity, and leadership.Based on the Christian values of human dignity, mutual respect, and social responsibility, Graceland welcomespersons of all faiths. It actively supports the counsel of its sponsoring denomination, the Community of Christ, to“learn by study and by faith” and indeed offers tangible expression of the church’s commitment to the open and freepursuit of knowledge through higher education.Graceland promotes opportunity, justice, and world peace through practical and visionary action.(table of contents)Goals of the UniversityThe people of Graceland Universityhelp students grow towork, care, and enjoy life intelligently.Toward these goals, we help students nurture their abilities tothink, learn, and communicate;develop broad knowledge and sound values;lead and cooperate in building a better world.1. To become knowledgeable in the natural sciences, history/political science, and the social/behavioral sciences.2. To develop an appreciation of the arts and humanities.3. To develop foundational skills, including skills of quantitative analysis, oral and written communication, ethicalconsciousness and sound values, and healthful living.4. To be knowledgeable and appreciative of human diversity as expressed in cultures other than one’s own.(table of contents)Organization of the Academic Program, Lamoni CampusCollege of Liberal Arts and SciencesDr. Gary Heisserer, DeanDivision of Health and Movement SciencesDr. Diane Bartholomew, ChairAthletic TrainingHealthPhysical EducationRecreationDivision of HumanitiesDr. Brian J. White, hDivision of Science and MathematicsDr. Daniel V. Pratt, emics/Catalog/About-University/index7/20/2012
About University3Computer Science and Information TechnologyMathematicsPhysical SciencePhysicsDivision of Social ScienceDr. Brian C. Smith, ChairCriminal JusticeGeographyHuman ServicesHistoryPolitical SciencePsychologySociologyDivision of Visual and Performing ArtsZane Vredenburg, ChairArtMusicTheatreThe Edmund J. Gleazer School of EducationDr. Tammy E. Everett, DeanTanya Coffelt, Associate Dean, Undergraduate ProgramsDr. Deborah Nalani Leialoha; Associate Dean, Graduate StudiesEducation (Undergraduate)Education (Graduate)C.H. Sandage School of BusinessDr. Steven L. Anders, DeanAccountingAgricultural BusinessBusiness AdministrationEconomicsOrganizational LeadershipSport ManagementOrganization of the Academic Program, Independence CampusSchool of NursingDr. Claudia D. Horton, Dean, School of NursingDr. Jan Rice, Associate Dean, Graduate ProgramsDr. Jeana Wilcox, Associate Dean, Undergraduate ProgramsNursing (Undergraduate)Nursing (Graduate)Community of Christ SeminaryDr. Don Compier, Dean(table of contents)Graceland University Educational SitesGraceland University offers a quality educational program at multiple locations using various course delivery-methodsto provide opportunities for many students. Students may take Graceland University courses at the following locations.Lamoni CampusThe home campus, located in Lamoni, Iowa, provides educationfor many full- and part-time residential students, who seek theBachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Arts (Honors), Bachelor of Science,or Bachelor of Science (Honors) degrees in 31 different majors.Courses are available for non-degree seeking studentsinterested in enrolling for personal enrichment.In addition to degree programs, Graceland University offerscourses for personal enrichment at the Lamoni andIndependence locations, as well as through the Center forProfessional Development and Life-Long Learning, Inc., whichincludes SkillPath Seminars located in Overland Park, Kansas.Independence CampusThe Graceland University Independence Campus located at1401 West Truman Road in Independence, Missouri, provideson campus education for students pursuing a Bachelor ofScience in Nursing, Bachelor of Arts in Business, Bachelor ofArts in Education, or a Master of Education degree.The Independence Campus is also home to ouronline programs which allow students the flexibility to earneither the RN to B.S.N. or B.A. degree, a Master of Science inNursing, a Master of Education degree, or a Doctor of NursingPractice. In addition, a Master of Arts in Religion can be earnedthrough combined on campus and online courses.Graceland University ademics/Catalog/About-University/index7/20/2012
About University4Several off-campus sites share in the extended campusexperience, and allow non-traditional students the opportunityto complete their degrees or pursue a Master's degree. NorthCentral Missouri College in Trenton, Missouri, and Indian HillsCommunity College in Centerville, Iowa, assist students incompletion degrees in undergraduate Elementary Education.Students transfer credits from previously attended colleges andcomplete their junior and senior coursework with Graceland byattending classes offered in their area. Undergraduate studentsbenefit from Graceland's articulation and equivalencyagreements. The Master of Education in Collaborative Learningand Teaching is offered at Grant Wood AEA in Cedar Rapids,Iowa, and Graceland University campus in Independence,Missouri. Off-campus courses are offered evenings and weekends, allowing most students to hold a job, fulfill familyand community obligations and still earn a degree.The academic year is most often divided into three trimesters, but alternative scheduling may also be available.Classes are offered in a variety of formats including: 1) Traditional classes — Classes offered at the community collegecampus or on the Graceland campus taught by Graceland University faculty and adjunct professors; 2) Online classes.Courses may be taken by campus students as part of their normal class load on a space-available basis.For more information concerning Graceland's non-residential programs, please call 1-800-833-0524 or visit ourwebsite on the Graceland University homepage at www.graceland.edu.(table of contents)Lamoni Campus - 1 University Place - Lamoni, IA 50140 - 641.784.5000 Independence Campus - 1401 W. Truman Road - Independence, MO 64050-3434 - 816.833.0524Online Programs - distancelearning@graceland.edu - 800.833.0524Questions? Comments? Contact the webmaster at webmaster@graceland.eduGraceland University Copyright 2012 niversity/index7/20/2012
Semester Calendar1About GUAdmissionsAcademicsAthleticsCampus LifeAlumniGivingNews and EventsSearchSuHome Academics Catalog Academic Calendar Semester CalendarSemester Academic CalendarCurrent and Future Semesters:Summer 2012Fall 2012Spring 2013Summer 2013Fall 2013Spring 2014Summer 2014Summer 2012 Academic CalendarMayThurs. 24Summer Session Begins, LamoniIC Summer session beginsAcademic Policies & ProceduresAdmissionsEducational ProgramsStudent Financial AidStudent Rights & Code of ConductTuition, Expenses and Financial ReqAugustFri. 17Academic CalendarStudent LifeJuneMon. 25About the UniversitySummer Session Ends, Lamoni, ICAcademic ServicesFaculty and AdministrationIC indicates Independence Campus, including the School of Nursing, when dates differ from Lamoni campus.Fall 2012 Academic CalendarWed. Thurs. 22, 23Faculty Fall ConferenceSat. 25New Students ArriveTues. 28Special ProgramsPrior Catalog PDFsAugustMon. 27Non-Formal EducationCatalog IndexReturning Students ArriveClasses Begin, ICSemester CalendarClasses Begin, LamoniTrimester CalendarSeminary CalendarOctoberFri. 12MidtermFri. 12 (5:00 p.m.)Fall Break Begins, ICWed. 17 (8:00 a.m.)Classes Resume, ICFri.-Sun. 19-21Homecoming WeekendFri. 26 (5:00 p.m.)Fall Break Begins, LamoniWed. 31 (8:00 a.m.)Classes Resume, LamoniNovemberTues. 20 (9:00 p.m.) Thanksgiving Recess BeginsMon. 26 (8:00 a.m.)Classes ResumeDecemberFri. 7Classes EndMon.-Thurs. 10-13Semester ExaminationsIC indicates Independence Campus, including the School of Nursing, when dates differ from Lamoni campus.Spring 2013 Academic CalendarJanuaryMon. 7Winter Term BeginsThurs. 24Winter Term EndsMon. 28Classes Begin, Lamoni, ICThe Higdon Administration Building issurrounded by flowering fruit trees in thespring.MarchFri. 15Midterm EvaluationFri. 15 (5:00 p.m.)Spring Recess BeginsMon. 25 (8:00 a.m.) Classes log/Academic-Calendar/Semester-Calendar/index 7/20/2012
Semester CalendarMon. 1Easter BreakMon. 1 (5:00 p.m.)Classes Resume2MayFri. 10Classes EndMon.-Thurs. 13-16Semester ExaminationsFri. 17Nursing Recognition CeremonySat. 18BaccalaureateSun. 19CommencementMon.-Tues. 20-21Faculty Spring ConferenceIC indicates Independence Campus, including the School of Nursing, when dates differ from Lamoni campus.(top of page)Summer 2013 Academic Announcements(Tentative dates subject to approval by the Board of Trustees)MayThurs. 23Summer Session Begins, LamoniJuneMon. 24IC Summer session beginsAugustFri. 16Summer Session Ends, Lamoni, ICIC indicates Independence Campus, including the School of Nursing, when dates differ from Lamoni campus.Fall 2013 Academic Announcements(Tentative dates subject to approval by the Board of Trustees)AugustWed. Thurs. 22, 23Faculty Fall ConferenceSat. 24New Students ArriveMon. 26Returning Students ArriveClasses Begin, ICTues. 27Classes Begin, LamoniOctoberFri.-Sun.Homecoming WeekendFri. 11Midterm - End of QuarterFri. 11 (5:00 p.m.)Fall Break BeginsWed. 16 (8:00 a.m.)Classes ResumeNovemberTues. 26 (9:00 p.m.) Thanksgiving Recess BeginsDecemberMon. 2 (8:00 a.m.)Classes ResumeFri. 6Classes EndMon.-Thurs. 9-12Semester ExaminationsIC indicates Independence Campus, including the School of Nursing, when dates differ from Lamoni campus.Spring 2014 Academic Announcements(Tentative dates subject to approval by the Board of Trustees)JanuaryMon. 6Winter Term BeginsThurs. 23Winter Term EndsMon. 27Classes Begin, Lamoni, mic-Calendar/Semester-Calendar/index 7/20/2012
Semester Calendar3MarchFri. 14Midterm - End of QuarterFri. 14 (5:00 p.m.)Spring Recess BeginsMon. 24 (8:00 a.m.)Classes ResumeAprilMon. 21Easter BreakMon. 21 (5:00 p.m.) Classes ResumeMayFri. 9Classes EndMon.-Thurs. 12-15Semester ExaminationsFri. 16Nursing Recognition CeremonySat. 17BaccalaureateSun. 18CommencementMon.-Tues. 19-20Faculty Spring ConferenceIC indicates Independence Campus, including the School of Nursing, when dates differ from Lamoni campus.(top of page)Summer 2014 Academic Announcements(Tentative dates subject to approval by the Board of Trustees)MayThurs. 22Summer Session Begins, LamoniJuneMon. 30IC Summer session beginsAugustFri. 15Summer Session Ends, Lamoni, ICIC indicates Independence Campus, including the School of Nursing, when dates differ from Lamoni campus.Lamoni Campus - 1 University Place - Lamoni, IA 50140 - 641.784.5000 Independence Campus - 1401 W. Truman Road - Independence, MO 64050-3434 - 816.833.0524Online Programs - distancelearning@graceland.edu - 800.833.0524Questions? Comments? Contact the webmaster at webmaster@graceland.eduGraceland University Copyright 2012 c-Calendar/Semester-Calendar/index 7/20/2012
Trimester Calendar1About GUAdmissionsAcademicsAthleticsCampus LifeAlumniGivingNews and EventsSearchSuHome Academics Catalog Academic Calendar Trimester CalendarTrimester Academic CalendarCurrent and Future:2011-12About the University2012-13Academic Calendar2013-14Academic Policies & Procedures2011-2012 Trimester Academic CalendarAdmissionsEducational ProgramsFall 2011Student Financial AidAugustMon. 29Student LifeClasses Begin, 16 Week Fall SessionStudent Rights & Code of ConductClasses Begin, 8 Week Fall Subsession ATuition, Expenses and Financial ReqOctoberAcademic ServicesFri.-Sun. 14-16Homecoming WeekendFri. 21Classes End, 8 Week Fall Subsession AFaculty and AdministrationMon. 24Classes Begin, 8 Week Fall Subsession BNon-Formal EducationSpecial ProgramsDecemberFri. 16Classes End, 8 Week Fall Subsession BPrior Catalog PDFsClasses End, 16 Week SessionCatalog IndexSpring 2012JanuaryTue. 3Classes Begin, 16 Week Spring SessionClasses Begin, 8 Week Spring Subsession AFebruarySemester CalendarTrimester CalendarSeminary CalendarFri. 24Classes End, 8 Week Spring Subsession AMon. 27Classes Begin, 8 Week Spring Subsession BAprilFri. 20Classes End, 8 Week Spring Subsession BClasses End, 16 Week Spring SessionSummer 2012AprilMon. 30Classes Begin, 16 Week Summer SessionClasses Begin, 8 Week Summer Subsession AMaySat. 19BaccalaureateSun. 20CommencementMon.-Tues. 21-22Faculty Spring ConferenceJuneFri. 22Classes End, 8 Week Summer Subsession AMon. 25Classes Begin, 8 Week Summer Subsession BAugustFri. 17Classes End, 8 Week Summer Subsession BClasses End, 16 Week Summer SessionFront entrance of the Graceland UniversityIndependence Campus.(top of page)2012-2013 Trimester Academic CalendarFall 2012AugustMon. 27Classes Begin, 16 Week Fall Academic-Calendar/Trimester-Calendar/ind. 7/20/2012
Trimester Calendar2Classes Begin, 8 Week Fall Subsession AOctoberFri.-Sun.Homecoming WeekendFri. 19Classes End, 8 Week Fall Subsession AMon. 22Classes Begin, 8 Week Fall Subsession BDecemberFri. 14Classes End, 8 Week Fall Subsession BClasses End, 16 Week SessionSpring 2013JanuaryMon. 7Classes Begin, 16 Week Spring SessionClasses Begin, 8 Week Spring Subsession AMarchFri. 1Classes End, 8 Week Spring Subsession AMon. 4Classes Begin, 8 Week Spring Subsession BAprilFri. 26Classes End, 8 Week Spring Subsession BClasses End, 16 Week Spring SessionSummer 2013MayMon. 6Classes Begin, 16 Week Summer SessionClasses Begin, 8 Week Summer Subsession ASat. 18BaccalaureateSun. 19CommencementMon.-Tues. 20-21Faculty Spring ConferenceJuneFri. 23Classes End, 8 Week Summer Subsession AJulyMon. 1Classes Begin, 8 Week Summer Subsession BAugustFri. 23Classes End, 8 Week Summer Subsession BClasses End, 16 Week Summer Session(top of page)2013-2014 Trimester Academic Announcements(Tentative dates subject to approval by the Board of Trustees)Fall 2013SeptemberMon. 3Classes Begin, 16 Week Fall SessionClasses Begin, 8 Week Fall Subsession AOctoberFri.-Sun.Homecoming WeekendFri. 25Classes End, 8 Week Fall Subsession AMon. 28Classes Begin, 8 Week Fall Subsession BDecemberFri.20Classes End, 8 Week Fall Subsession BClasses End, 16 Week SessionSpring 2014JanuaryMon. 6Classes Begin, 16 Week Spring SessionClasses Begin, 8 Week Spring Subsession g/Academic-Calendar/Trimester-Calendar/ind. 7/20/2012
Trimester CalendarFri. 283Classes End, 8 Week Spring Subsession AMarchMon. 3Classes Begin, 8 Week Spring Subsession BAprilFri. 25Classes End, 8 Week Spring Subsession BClasses End, 16 Week Spring SessionSummer 2014MayMon.5Classes Begin, 16 Week Summer SessionClasses Begin, 8 Week Summer Subsession ASat. 17BaccalaureateSun. 18CommencementMon.-Tues. 19-20Faculty Spring ConferenceJuneFri. 27Classes End, 8 Week Summer Subsession AMon. 30Classes Begin, 8 Week Summer Subsession BAugustFri. 22Classes End, 8 Week Summer Subsession BClasses End, 16 Week Summer Session(top of page)Lamoni Campus - 1 University Place - Lamoni, IA 50140 - 641.784.5000 Independence Campus - 1401 W. Truman Road - Independence, MO 64050-3434 - 816.833.0524Online Programs - distancelearning@graceland.edu - 800.833.0524Questions? Comments? Contact the webmaster at webmaster@graceland.eduGraceland University Copyright 2012 c-Calendar/Trimester-Calendar/ind. 7/20/2012
Academic Policies and ProceduresAbout GU1AdmissionsAcademicsAthleticsCampus LifeAlumniGivingNews and EventsSearchSuHome Academics Catalog Academic Policies & ProceduresAbout the UniversityAcademic CalendarAcademic Policies & ProceduresAdmissionsEducational ProgramsStudent Financial AidAcademic Policies & ProceduresStudent LifeTable of ContentsStudent Rights & Code of ConductAcademic ForgivenessAcademic Integrity PolicyExceptions to Academic PolicyAcademic StandingsReadmission After Academic DismissalAdvising and RegistrationAthletic EligibilityCenter for Graduate and Continuing Studies (CGCS) Online CourseClass AttendanceCourse Withdrawal by InstructorAdministrative Withdrawal from Online CoursesClassification of StudentsCourse by ArrangementCredit for Extrainstitutional LearningAdvanced Placement TestsCollege Level Examination Program (CLEP)ExcelsiorExperiential Learning CreditInternational Baccalaureate DiplomaLanguage Placement ExaminationProficiency ExamsFinal ExaminationsGrade ReportsHonors and AwardsHonors ContractsNormal Progress for GraduationPolicy for Individual Study ProgramsRelease of InformationSatisfactory Academic ProgressSatisfactory Academic Progress for Graduate StudentsStudent LoadStudy Abroad ProgramsSystem of GradingAuditing of CoursesChanging a Course GradeCourses RepeatedGraduate Level-Topics CoursesIncomplete GradesPass/FailStudent Appeal of Final GradeTranscriptsWinter TermWithdrawal from the UniversityTuition, Expenses and Financial ReqAcademic ServicesFaculty and AdministrationNon-Formal EducationSpecial ProgramsPrior Catalog PDFsCatalog IndexAcademic ForgivenessAcademic Integrity PolicyExceptions to Academic PolicyAcademic StandingsAdvising and RegistrationAthletic EligibilityCGCS Online CoursesClass AttendanceClassification of StudentsCourse by ArrangementCredit for Extrainstitutional LearningFinal ExaminationsGrade ReportsHonors and AwardsHonors ContractsNormal Progress for GraduationPolicy for Individual Study ProgramsRelease of InformationSatisfactory Academic ProgressStudent LoadStudy Abroad ProgramsSystem of GradingTranscriptsWinter TermWithdrawal from the UniversityLamoni Campus - 1 University Place - Lamoni, IA 50140 - 641.784.5000 Independence Campus - 1401 W. Truman Road - Independence, MO 64050-3434 - 816.833.0524Online Programs - distancelearning@graceland.edu - 800.833.0524Questions? Comments? Contact the webmaster at webmaster@graceland.eduGraceland University Copyright 2012 c-Policies--Procedures/index7/20/2012
Academic Forgiveness1About GUAdmissionsAcademicsAthleticsCampus LifeAlumniGivingNews and EventsSearchSuHome Academics Catalog Academic Policies & Procedures Academic ForgivenessAcademic ForgivenessGraceland University enables undergraduate students who have not earned a baccalaureate degree an opportunity forcontinuing their university education by forgiving past unsatisfactory academic performance.1. POLICYA. After a minimum of five calendar years have elapsed since the requested credits were attempted, andafter the student has completed at least 12 semester hours with a grade point average of 2.50 or above,he/she may request that the previous performance be forgiven.B. One or two sessions may be forgiven. Academic forgiveness does not apply to the Satisfactory AcademicProgress requirements in place to maintain eligibility for federal and state student financial aid. However,academic forgiveness may be cited as a mitigating factor in a student’s appeal for financial aidprobation.C. Upon approval, all attempted courses for the requested session(s), including courses with grades of A, B,and/or C, are removed from all grade point average calculations and earned hours. However, the courseswill remain on the academic record with appropriate notations regarding the academic forgiveness.D. Forgiven credits may not be used to apply toward graduation requirements.E. Students, who have been forgiven credits, do not qualify for the Gold Seal for Scholarship upongraduation from Graceland University.F. A maximum of one request for academic forgiveness will be allowed during a student’s enrollment atGraceland University.G. Academic forgiveness granted at Graceland University may or may not be recognized by other collegesand universities.H. After approval, a request for academic forgiveness cannot be rescinded.I. The Curricular Adjustment Committee is responsible for reviewing and acting on the request. The actionof the Curricular Adjustment Committee is final.2. PROCEDUREA. Requests for academic forgiveness are made by the student on the Graceland University AcademicForgiveness Request form, and submitted to InfoCentral or the Registrar’s Office.B. The Registrar verifies that the student qualifies for academic forgiveness based on policy guidelines, andforwards the request to the Curricular Adjustment Committee for action.C. After action is taken by the Curricular Adjustment Committee, the Registrar adjusts the student’s record,if appropriate, and informs the student of the action.About the UniversityAcademic CalendarAcademic Policies & ProceduresAdmissionsEducational ProgramsStudent Financial AidStudent LifeStudent Rights & Code of ConductTuition, Expenses and Financial ReqAcademic ServicesFaculty and AdministrationNon-Formal EducationSpecial ProgramsPrior Catalog PDFsCatalog IndexAcademic ForgivenessAcademic Integrity PolicyExceptions to Academic PolicyAcademic StandingsAdvising and RegistrationAthletic EligibilityCGCS Online CoursesClass AttendanceClassification of StudentsCourse by ArrangementCredit for Extrainstitutional LearningFinal ExaminationsGrade ReportsHonors and AwardsHonors ContractsNormal Progress for GraduationPolicy f
1401 West Truman Road in Independence, Missouri, provides . online programs which allow students the flexibility to earn either the RN to B.S.N. or B.A. degree, a Master of Science in Nursing, a Master of Education degree, or a Doctor of Nursing . Central Missouri College in Trenton, Missouri, and Indian Hills Community College in .
