by Victoria Muller | Sep 18, 2017
Purpose The academic credit provides the basis for measuring the amount of engaged learning time expected of a student enrolled not only in the traditional classroom settings but also in laboratories, internships, clinical fieldwork and other experiential learning....
by Victoria Muller | Sep 18, 2017
St. Mary’s University, an independent Catholic Marianist institution, is unique in that it emphasizes the importance of growth, community and Christian values. St. Mary’s is strongly committed to the development of the whole student and the promotion of...
by | May 27, 2025
I. Purpose St. Mary’s University offers combined undergraduate-graduate degree programs to provide qualified students with the opportunity to complete both degrees in a streamlined, cost- effective manner. This policy outlines the structure, eligibility requirements,...
by gfarrell | Aug 9, 2022
Undergraduate Attendance Policy (Policy does not apply to Law or Graduate Students) I. In Person Classes Class attendance is related to academic success, and class participation contributes to the synergism of the educational process. Undergraduate students are...
by Marina Robles | Jan 18, 2022
The St. Mary’s University Career and Professional Development Center reviews and approves all employers to ensure compliance with stated policies. Employers must follow all local, state, and federal employment and anti-discrimination laws. Additionally, all employers...
by jniederkrom | Jan 17, 2017
These guidelines are intended to increase uniformity at St. Mary’s University in the use of the terms for certificate programs and related non-degree programs, and to set guidelines for the development and management of academic certificate programs. Three broad types...
by jniederkrom | Oct 25, 2016
During the first week of Fall and Spring semesters, changes to course schedules can be processed online via Gateway without incurring any charges. After the first week of classes, signatures of approval from the Instructor, Academic Adviser, and Dean are required on...
by jniederkrom | Feb 15, 2024
Undergraduate and Graduate Courses Effective class scheduling is critical to the academic mission of the University. It enables students to take the classes they need and create viable schedules, assures faculty availability to teach, and contributes to efficient...
by jniederkrom | May 21, 2018
This form is available as a PDF. Directory Information Restriction Form.
by jniederkrom | May 1, 2020
Once dissertation work begins, the student should enroll in three dissertation hours each semester (and summer for professional programs with a 12-month calendar), until the dissertation, or until nine dissertation hours are completed, whichever comes first. The nine...
by jniederkrom | Dec 7, 2017
Overview All international students applicants, whose first language is not English, must demonstrate sufficient proficiency in English by submitting the results of one of the following tests with the indicated minimum scores. The scores must be within six months of...
by jniederkrom | Jan 18, 2022
Academic Centers at St. Mary’s University promote, enhance, and energize scholarship and research in support of the University’s academic mission. The following policy describes the requirements for establishing an Academic Center or Institute (hereafter “Center”),...
by Marina Robles | Oct 25, 2016
Retention of Materials Relating to Examination and Grades Faculty members shall retain for a period of one year following submission of a grade: written materials authored by the student that were the basis for the grade (including, but not limited to, essays and...
by Marina Robles | Oct 8, 2018
St. Mary’s Faculty Handbook is currently only available as a PDF. Faculty Handbook (PDF)
by Marina Robles | Jun 10, 2025
This is available as a PDF. StMU Tenure Promotion Application Instructions AC Approved 06.04.2025 StMU Tenure Promotion Application Template AC Approved 06.04.2025
by Marina Robles | Jan 17, 2017
This application is available as a PDF. Faculty Promotion Instructions (OFH) Faculty Promotion Application (PDF)
by Marina Robles | Jun 10, 2025
This is available as a PDF. StMU Tenure Promotion Application Instructions AC Approved 06.04.2025 StMU Tenure Promotion Application Template AC Approved 06.04.2025
by Victoria Muller | Jan 17, 2017
This application is available as a PDF. Faculty Tenure Instructions (OFH) Faculty Tenure Application (PDF)
by jniederkrom | Oct 27, 2020
1. PURPOSE This policy is designed to protect the credibility and integrity of the university’s faculty and staff so that public trust and confidence in the university’s sponsored research and educational activities are ensured and to comply with federal...
by jniederkrom | Nov 15, 2019
In accordance with federal law and University policy, this form is required for educational records to be shared. Consent to Disclose Educational Records (PDF)
by Victoria Muller | Sep 6, 2017
Student Procedures for Resolving Student Complaints about Academic Activities In the event that an undergraduate or graduate student received a final course grade that is believed to be inaccurately and/or unfairly awarded, the following process for appeal shall be...
by Marina Robles | Apr 26, 2017
Graduation Check List During priority advising appointments, students should take this opportunity to check the progress toward your degree and proposed graduation date. Students should verify that the graduation date and other information listed is correctly on their...
by Marina Robles | Jan 24, 2019
The wearing of cords and sashes during commencement is reserved for academic honor societies, university honors, distinguished graduates, Presidential Awards recipients and those who have participated in study abroad experiences. The University recognizes social Greek...
by jniederkrom | Apr 26, 2017
Process and Procedures for Recommending Nominees Members of the broader St. Mary’s University community (faculty, staff, administration, alumni, and other interested members of the community) may make nominations for Honorary Doctorates. Such nominations are to...
by Marina Robles | Apr 2, 2025
Students are expected to complete a course during the semester in which the course was taken. The “I” grade is a temporary course grade that may be assigned, at the discretion of the instructor, when extenuating circumstances (illness, necessary absence, etc.)...
by Marina Robles | Jan 10, 2018
This policy is currently available as a PDF. Intellectual Property Policy (PDF)
by jniederkrom | Apr 30, 2020
The purpose of a Leave of Absence (LOA) is to allow undergraduate and (non-law) graduate students to interrupt continuous enrollment for up to three semesters without having to apply for readmission. A LOA is not required for summer sessions. A LOA request...
by jniederkrom | May 27, 2020
All non-law graduate students must be enrolled in course(s) during the semester(s) needed to complete the General Examination, a course for which an incomplete was previously assigned, or other work in progress for which they aren’t otherwise registered. Any student...
by Marina Robles | Oct 25, 2016
Definitions At St Mary’s University, a “Memorandum of Understanding” (MOU) designates a collaborative agreement between two (or more) parties that outlines cooperative research and/or educational partnerships, professional training opportunities, professional clinical...
by | Oct 14, 2016
This policy is to be read in conjunction and as consistent with the Faculty Handbook, in particular Section 3.6.1.8 (“Other Duties Related to Teaching”) I. Definitions Instructional Minutes – direct faculty instruction in the classroom or the equivalent amount of work...
by jniederkrom | Jan 17, 2024
As St. Mary’s University seeks new international partnerships to grow international student recruitment and expand the institution’s international reach, a uniformed policy that governs undergraduate and graduate student populations is necessary. This policy – the...
by jniederkrom | Sep 18, 2017
St. Mary’s, as a Catholic and Marianist University, is responsible for engaging people in dialogue around difficult questions of faith and culture. St. Mary’s encourages students, faculty, and staff to become involved in the political process through holding...
by jniederkrom | Apr 6, 2020
Purpose: This policy establishes the criteria and procedures under which posthumous degrees may be awarded to undergraduate and graduate students enrolled in degree programs. The policy recognizes the academic achievement of students who were enrolled at St. Mary’s...
by jniederkrom | Mar 3, 2020
The Principles of Accreditation for SACSCOC (Principle 14.4), the regional accreditation association for St. Mary’s University, and the commission’s policy statement on Accrediting Decisions of Other Agencies, provide the following guidance with respect to...
by jniederkrom | Feb 26, 2021
Purpose Undergraduate students returning to St. Mary’s after being placed on academic suspension must follow the alternate readmission process and deadlines provided in this policy. The alternate process and deadlines allow time for a more thorough review of a...
by jniederkrom | Oct 14, 2016
Staff members often create materials in which they hold commercial interests and which might be used in courses or programs that the staff member is teaching or administering for the University. It is the policy of the University that staff members may require...
by Marina Robles | Apr 27, 2017
It is the policy of St. Mary’s University to comply with the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) policy on substantive change by reporting substantive changes in a timely manner and in accordance with SACSCOC requirements. The...
by Marina Robles | Oct 25, 2016
3.4.1 Tenure Clock Extension Upon appropriate notice, a tenure-track faculty member may be eligible for a one-year extension of the probationary period in the event the faculty member takes an approved leave of absence under the Family and Medical Leave Act. Moreover,...
by jniederkrom | Jan 18, 2018
University Cancellation and Withdrawal Policy (for Undergraduate and Graduate Students. Law students should refer to the current year Law School Handbook for withdraw policies and procedures) Cancellations A cancellation occurs when a student decides not to return to...
by Marina Robles | Aug 16, 2018
Introduction Eligibility. Tenured faculty members who are in a full-time teaching status, who (1) have completed at least ten (10) years of full time teaching service at St. Mary’s University and (2) reached the age of 62 are eligible to apply for Phased Retirement....
William Joseph Chaminade
