Posthumous Awarding of Degree or Certificate 4.604

In the unfortunate event of the death of a currently enrolled student, the process outlined in Administrative Procedure Death of a Student 4.406 will be followed.

In addition, the student’s academic record will be reviewed by the records office for graduation eligibility.

• If the student was enrolled in their final semester prior to graduating, faculty will be asked to submit final grades, if available.
• If the requirements are met for the student’s active program(s), the degree(s) or certificate(s) will be conferred at the end of the semester.• If the requirements are met for the student’s active program(s), the degree(s) or certificate(s) will be conferred at the end of the semester.
• The diploma will be mailed to the family.