Proposed policy revisions will be part of the formal university approval process, including approval by the Educational Policies Council and Faculty Senate. However, to be sure it is fully inclusive and transparent, each policy under revision will include a 30-day feedback period, initiated when the first draft of the policy becomes available. During this time the Kent State community is invited to ask questions, provide comments or present suggestions for these policy revisions before they are submitted for approval.
Policies Under Revision for Academic Year 2023-24
Policy Name: Dual Degrees and Double Majors (KSU login required)
Description: Revised policy adds two degrees to the list of programs that cannot be taken in conjunction with or subsequent to another degree program; and adds additional resources and FAQ.
Scope: Undergraduate and graduate students
Feedback Period: From 5 March 2024 until 3 April 2024 (11:59 p.m.)
Provide Feedback: Feedback period has ended
Policy Name: Transcripts (KSU login required)
Description: Revised policy reflects current practices.
Scope: Undergraduate and graduate students
Feedback Period: From 5 March 2024 until 3 April 2024 (11:59 p.m.)
Provide Feedback: Feedback period has ended
Policy Name: Midterm Evaluation (KSU login required)
Description: Revised policy includes more explanation to help students understand the meaning and purpose of midterm evaluations. In addition, recommendations have been made to improve several business practices (not policy) surrounding midterm evaluations, including open midterm grading to all undergraduate courses and to develop better communication to students surround midterm evaluations.
Scope: Students enrolled in lower-division undergraduate courses (00000, 10000, 20000 levels)
Feedback Period: From 9 January 2024 until 7 February 2024 (11:59 p.m.)
Provide Feedback: Feedback period has ended
Policy Name: Leave of Absence for Graduate Students (KSU login required)
Description: Revised policy includes (1) conditions under which students may be allowed to seek a leave of absence, such as pregnancy/parenting; (2) elimination of language requiring "good academic standing"; (3) requirement to complete a request for a short-term leave of absence; (4) situations for which leave of absence would be necessary and/or acceptable; (5) written plan for return; and (6) specification of continuation of services and benefits to students on leave, including health services.
Scope: Graduate students
Feedback Period: From 9 January 2024 until 7 February 2024 (11:59 p.m.)
Provide Feedback: Feedback period has ended
Policy Name: Transfer of Graduate Credit (KSU login required)
Description: Revised policy includes (1) elimination of Kent State courses under the definition of "transfer" (2) removal of 50% transfer credit for certificates/minors, which will be moved to the Residence Policy (3) clarification on how transfer credit counts toward overall hours, GPA, etc.; and (4) clarification on KSU students taking courses at other institutions.
Scope: Graduate students
Feedback Period: From 9 January 2024 until 7 February 2024 (11:59 p.m.)
Provide Feedback: Feedback period has ended
Policy Name: Dismissal, Appeal and Reinstatement - Undergraduate (KSU login required)
Description: Revised policy creates a university-wide dismissal appeals review committee using a standard rubric to allow for consistency across the university. Students will submit appeals and relevant materials through an online form by a due date stated on the dismissal letter. In addition, requirements for appeal are simplified, focusing exclusively on what happened that led to the dismissal and what is the plan for improvement moving forward.
Scope: Undergraduate students
Feedback Period: From 31 October 2023 until 29 November 2023 (11:59 p.m.)
Provide Feedback: Feedback period has ended