3.42 Posthumous Academic Awards
Responsible Position
Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs
RELATED ITEMS
Minnesota State Board Policy
Minnesota State System Procedure
- 3.18.1 Honorary Degrees
- 3.36.1 Academic Awards
- 3.42.1 Posthumous Academic Awards
- 5.12.2 Tuition Waivers, Deferrals, and Retroactive Drops
POLICY STATEMENT
Purpose
To recognize the work and achievements of a student who completed a significant amount of the requirements for a degree, diploma, or certificate but dies before the degree, diploma, or certificate is conferred.
Definition
Posthumous Academic Award: A degree, diploma, or certificate awarded after the recipient’s death.
Authorization
Alexandria Technical and Community College may confer posthumous degrees, diplomas, or certificates in compliance with Minnesota State system procedures.
Related ATCC Documents:
- 3.18 Honorary Degrees
- 3.18.1 Honorary Degrees
- 3.36 Academic Programs
- 3.36.1 Academic Program Approval
- 3.42 Posthumous Academic Awards
5.12.2 Refunds, Waivers, and Withdrawals
Approved by: College President
Effective Date: 3/30/2024
Next Review Date: March 2027
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