Upon readmission, students must earn a minimum of a 2.00 grade point average each term they are enrolled until their cumulative grade point average is 2.00 or higher. Failure to earn a 2.00 or higher grade point average in any semester following readmission will cause the student to be suspended again. Academic suspension for a second time is considered permanent. Only the most extenuating circumstances would warrant consideration for readmission a second time.

VOTER REGISTRATION

You may obtain voter registration information from the Office of the Registrar or by accessing the Web site www.sos.state.ia.us/elections/reg_to_vote.html. (Iowa Code 48A.23)

Credit/No Credit

An undergraduate student having earned 12 semester hours of credit at this university may take courses offered by this institution for which the student is otherwise eligible for degree credit without grade under the following conditions:

The course work requirements for a student taking work on an ungraded basis shall be the same as for a student taking the work on a graded basis. A grade of C- or higher is required in a course to receive credit on the Credit/No Credit option. Not more than 22 hours of ungraded course work in addition to courses authorized to be offered only for ungraded credit may be taken toward any bachelor's degree. Ungraded credit may not be applied to work required for a major or minor except with the consent of the head of the department in which the course is offered. No course taken on the Credit/No Credit option may be applied toward fulfilling a Liberal Arts Core requirement. Except for Field Experience: Exploring Teaching (200:017); Field Experience: Teacher as Change Agent (200:128); and Student Teaching (280:XXX), ungraded credit may not be used in the professional pducation pequirements for the teaching program. Course work passed without grade may not be retaken except by special permission of the dean of the college in which the course is offered. A graded course completed may not be retaken on an ungraded basis. The Credit/No Credit system may not be used with credit by examination, extension, or guided independent study courses. Change of registration in a course to or from a non-graded basis may not be made after five class days beyond midterm in a full, academic-year semester, or after the mid-point in the duration of a course taught in a period less than a full, academic-year semester. Only one such change of registration may be made per course. The Credit/No Credit grading system may not be used in presidential scholars seminars nor for the presidential scholars thesis/project credit.

Policy on Make-up Work and Missed Classes

It is the expressed focus of the University of Northern Iowa to further the educational development of its students. On occasion events will necessitate a student's absence from class. In order for both faculty and students to effectively plan for these absences, the following procedures are recommended.

All parties involved should be made aware of scheduled absences well ahead of the date(s) of absence. In the case of extra-curricular activities, a semester long schedule should be prepared and distributed at the beginning of the semester. In instances where semester-long schedules are not feasible, two weeks written notification shall be given for all absences. This notification shall take place even if the absence is potential rather than definite. Assuming that appropriate notification has been provided, students and faculty shall mutually agree as to how assignments, lectures, exams, etc. shall be made up. The type and extent of make-up work shall be at the discretion of the faculty member. Occasionally there will occur situations in which two weeks notice is impossible. On these occasions, students, faculty, and others concerned should work closely together to ascertain whether special arrangements can and/or should be made. Faculty shall not penalize a student for missing a class or exam for an educationally appropriate activity, including university sponsored or sanctioned events. Where situations of irreconcilable disagreement occur which are not resolved at the department level, a panel comprised of the Vice President for Academic affairs, or that officer's designee, the Department Head of the academic department involved, and a representative of the extra-curricular program (where applicable) shall meet at their earliest convenience with the faculty member and the student to mediate the matter.

Student Records

The University of Northern Iowa adheres to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 as amended. Students who have questions concerning their rights under this Act may contact the Registrar's Office for pertinent information.

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. They are:

The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days of the day the university receives a request for access. Students should submit to the registrar, dean, head of the academic department, or other appropriate official, written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. The university official will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the university official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed. The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the student believes are inaccurate or misleading. Students may ask the university to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the university official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the university decides not to amend the record as requested by the student, the university will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing. The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception which permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the university in an administrative, supervisory, academic or research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person or company with whom the university has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Upon request, the university discloses education records without consent to officials of another school, upon request, in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by University of Northern Iowa to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the office that administers FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance Office, U.S. Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-4605.

Based on an institutional adjudged determination of "need to know" the university may release the following "Directory Information" to anyone who requests it without the consent of the student unless the student has requested the university not to release any or all of the information.

Please note: Restricted directory information will not be released to any third parties, including academic departments, honoraries, service organizations, newspapers (for the Dean's List or other publications), etc., except when release of the information is necessary to perform required administrative duties related to your academic records at the university.

Student's name, university and home address, e-mail address, and telephone number. Parent's name, address, and telephone number. Date of student's birth. College. Curriculum major(s) and minor(s). Classification (year in school). Participation in recognized organizations, activities, and sports. Weight and height of members of athletic teams. Currently enrolled. Dates of attendance. Degrees and awards/scholarships received. The most recent previous educational agency or educational institution attended.

Students desiring to restrict the release of any of the preceding Directory Information should contact the Office of the Registrar and fill out the appropriate form or "Update My Personal Infomraton" within MyUNIverse. This restriction will remain in effect until you request it be changed.

The Regent universities participate with Iowa high schools in an analysis of freshmen year performance. At the end of your freshmen year only, a report of all UNI freshmen from your former high school is sent to your high school principal. This report shows how you and your fellow high school classmates performed in comparison to the entire UNI freshmen class. To suppress release of your name on this report follow the procedure listed above.

The Regent universities participate with the Iowa public community colleges in an analysis of transfer student performance. At the end of each term a report listing the transfer students from each Iowa public community college will be sent to the respective community colleges. This report shows how students from community colleges performed in comparison to native UNI students. To suppress release of your name on this report follow the procedure listed above.

The complete student records policy of the university may be obtained by accessing the general information portion of the university's home page on the World Wide Web. The web address is www.uni.edu/vpess/handbook.html.

Federal Disclosure Information Web Sites

Institutional and Financial Assistance Information (Higher Education Amendments of 1998, Public Law 105-244)

The following information is available to all prospective and currently enrolled students. You have a right to inspect and to have copies of any and/or all of the following:

Information Office Contact WWW Site Comprehensive General University www.uni.edu Financial Aid (319-273-2700) www.uni.edu/finaid Cost of attendance infosys/tuition Financial aid refund policy finaid/refund.html Return of Title IV grants/loans finaid/refund.html Study Abroad aid eligibility http://fp.uni.edu/studyabroad Terms/conditions for deferral of Federal Direct Loans ed.gov/DirectLoan/ Types of financial aid finaid/types.html Registrar (319-273-2241) uni.edu/regist/ Refund policies of tuition/fees Summer 2008 schedule of classes (withdrawal) Withdrawing from school and dropping or adding of courses Summer 2008 schedule of classes (withdrawal) and Summer 2008 schedule of classes (registration procedures) Academic programs uni.edu/catalog/ University accreditations uni.edu/pubrel/catalog/gen-info.shtml#members Graduation rates uni.edu/regist/statistics/ Intercollegiate Athletics (319-273-3100) Equity in Athletics Disclosure Act unipanthers.collegesportscom/ot/equity.html Office of Disability Services (319-273-2676) Facilities and services for disabled students uni.edu/disability Office of Public Safety (319-273-2712) Campus security and crime statistics vpaf.uni.edu/pubsaf/crime_stats/index.shtml In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, information on crime statistics for recent years, Public Safety personnel and programs, building access, reporting crimes, safety suggestions, and policies, programs and services regarding alcohol, drugs and sexual abuse is available at www.vpaf.uni.edu/pubsaf/crime_stats/index.shtml. You may request a printed copy of this information by contacting the Office of the Vice President for Educational and Student Services, 103 Student Services Center, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0382.

Americans with Disabilities Act

It is the policy of the University of Northern Iowa to fully comply with the stated provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C.A., Section 12101, et req ("ADA"). The ADA states that "no qualified individual with a disability shall, by reason of such disability, be excluded from participation in or be denied the benefits of the services, programs or activities of a public entity, or be subjected to discrimination by any such entity."

The university is committed to the philosophy that students, staff, faculty or visitors with qualifying disabilities will be provided reasonable accommodation.

The Office of Disabilities Services also has voter registration services available to those students with disabilities.

If you have any questions concerning your responsibilities under this act or if you would like information on services available to students, faculty, or staff, please contact the Office of Disability Services, 319-273-2676 (voice) or 319-273-3011 (TTY).

Drug Free Schools & Campuses Regulations

www.uni.edu/wellrec/wellness/subabuse

In compliance with the Drug Free Schools Act, the Web site contains the following information: standards of conduct concerning alcohol and other drug (AOD) use and related disciplinary sanctions, local, state and federal laws and sanctions concerning AOD use, health risks of AOD use and abuse, and programs that provide assistance for alcohol and/or other drug concerns.

Iowa Vocational Rehabilitation Services

Iowa vocational Rehabilitation Services is a state agency funded with federal and state monies. The University of Northern Iowa provides office space for a counselor and secretary in Baker 30. If a student has a physical or mental impairment, which constitutes or results in a substantial impediment to employment they are eligible to apply for services. Students will be required to discuss and/or provide documentation of their disability. Students may apply for services if they are having difficulty with course work or accessing services on campus due to a disability issue. Rehabilitation services may include:

medical and psychological assessment technology assessment vocational assessment counseling and guidance physical and/or mental restoration services which may include therapy, wheelchairs, hearing aids, eye glasses, etc. special adaptive equipment or devices training for employment-tuition assistance may be provided based on financial need personal assistance assistance with job search

Students who are interested in finding out more about Vocational Rehabilitation Services may contact the office at 319-273-6348 between the hours of 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Student Right to Know Act

Federal law requires all institutions of higher education to provide graduation rates to current and prospective students. Our most recent analysis shows that 65.0 percent of the students who enter the University of Northern Iowa graduate within the six-year completion period established by the law. This percentage does not include students who continued to be enrolled at UNI after six years or students who transferred to other colleges and universities. In a recent study of universities comparable to UNI, their mean graduation rate after six years was 48.0 percent. You may contact the Registrar's Office if you wish additional information regarding student retention and persistence to graduation at UNI.

UNI Child Development Center

(Free or Low-cost Child Care)

Evening child care is now available at teh UNI Child Development Center through funds from a U.S. Department of Education grant. The programs runs from 5:30-9:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday, in the UNI Child Development Center, 1 Price Laboratory School. Child care ofr up to 20 children Birth to Kindergarten will be provided on a sliding fee basis: for Pell-qualified students, child care is free; for other students, the cost is up to $3.50 per hour. For more information, or to learn how to register your child, call the CDC at 319-273-2263.

After school care is now available at the UNI Child Development Center. The program runs from 3:00 to 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, in Price Lab Cafeteria. Weekly, daily, hourly rates are available. Also no-school days and early-out days optional. For more information, or to register your child, call the CDC at 319-273-2263.

UNI Equal Opportunity Policy

Purpose:

To provide guidelines regarding equal opportunity at the university in compliance with applicable federal and state nondiscrimination and affirmative action laws and regulations.

Policy Statement:

The university has established its equal opportunity policy as follows:

No personal shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination in employment, any educational program, or any activity of the university, on the basis of race, color, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or on any other basis protected by federal and/or state law.

The University of Northern Iowa seeks to prohibit discrimination and to promote affirmative actions in its educational and employment policies and practices.

(Approved by the President's Cabinet April 1, 2002)

For additional information, contact the Office of Compliance and Equity Management, 129 Gilchrist Hall* (*temporary location Library 441), UNI, 319-273-2846, or visit www.uni.edu/equity.

UNI Anti-Discrimination and Harassment Policy

Purpose: To provide guidelines regarding discrimination and harassment applicable to the entire University.

Policy Statement: It is the policy of the University of Northern Iowa that there will be equal employment and educational opportunity without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability, veteran status, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal and/or state law. This includes the provision of a campus environment that is free from illegal discrimination and harassment. The University will not tolerate any form of illegal discrimination or harassment and will not condone any actions or words from employees or students that constitute such.

All members of the University community are accountable for compliance with this policy. The University is committed to eliminating illegal discrimination and harassment, wherever they occur in the University community, by taking corrective action as a result of violations of this policy. Violations may lead to disciplinary action up to and including separation from the University.

Sexual harassment is an important concern to the University and therefore warrants particular attention. The University of Northern Iowa considers sexual harassment to include unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:

1. Submission to such conduct is made explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual's employment or academic standing;

2. Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is used as the basis for employment decisions or academic decisions affecting the individual; or

3. Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's work or academic performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive working, academic, or social environment.

Consensual Relationships: Consensual romantic and/or sexual relationships where a power differential exists, whether real or perceived, may constitute sexual harassment. The effect of such a relationship may render an individual's work, academic, or social environment intimidating, offensive, or hostile. Further, the individual with the power in the relationship will bear the burden of responsibility should a complaint of sexual harassment be filed. Hence, all University employees are strongly discouraged from entering into romantic and/or sexual relationships, which could lead to the creation of a hostile educational, social, and/or work environment for other members of the University community.

Confidentiality: Complaints of discrimination or harassment filed with the University will be treated with the utmost privacy possible to the extent allowed by law, while also assuring a complete investigation. University personnel involved in or responsible for any aspect of a complaint shall maintain such confidentiality throughout the processing of the complaint.

Should the complainant publicly discuss the complaint, the University shall be relieved of its confidentiality obligations related to the disclosed information under this policy.

Retaliation: The University seeks to create an environment where its students and employees are free, without fear of reprisal, to use these procedures to determine if there has been a violation of their civil rights. Any act of retaliation will result in appropriate disciplinary action. Similarly, persons who use this process to bring frivolous or otherwise bad faith allegations against an employee shall be subject to disciplinary action.

Reporting Responsibilities: All University employees in a supervisory capacity are required to report to the Office of Compliance and Equity Management any allegation of discrimination and/or harassment of which they are made aware. The confidentiality of all parties will be honored to the extent legally allowed and which provides for an appropriate investigation. Persons seeking information or guidance concerning potential discrimination or harassment allegations are advised that the University may need to take action once it is informed of an allegation whether or not the person wants to pursue a complaint.

Non-supervisory employees are strongly encouraged to report allegations of discrimination and/or harassment to any supervisor or directly to the Office of Compliance and Equity Management.

Disabilities: An employee, student, or visitor with a disability who wishes to request an accommodation must contact the Office of Disability Services. If an employee or student feels their rights under the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and/or the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 have been violated, they may consult with the Office of Compliance and EquityManagement and/or utilize the following procedures.

Procedure for Resolution: An allegation of discrimination and/or harassment against either an employee or graduate student who is employed by the University should be addressed to the Office of Compliance and Equity Management. An allegation against a student should be filed in the Office of the Vice President for Educational and Student Services.

An employee or student alleging discrimination and/or harassment is encouraged to discuss the allegation with the head of the department, as appropriate, in which the alleged discrimination occurred. This step is to facilitate an informal resolution of the matter whenever possible. In the event that an informal resolution is not reached, the student or employee may consult with the Office of Compliance and Equity Management to initiate a formal investigation.

The Office of Compliance and Equity Management will provide a complaint form, which the complainant will then complete and return. The complaint will describe the alleged discrimination and/or harassment, the specific type of discrimination and/or harassment being alleged, and name of person(s) against whom the complaint is being filed.

The Office of Compliance and Equity Management will acknowledge the receipt of the complaint in writing and will also notify in writing the following parties: the accused person and his/her department head/director, dean, vice president, and the president. When deemed appropriate, the complainant is then given the option to resolve the complaint through mediation rather than investigation. Only if both the complainant and accused agree to mediation will that option be utilized. In the event that either party declines mediation, the Office of Compliance and Equity Management will conduct an investigation of the alleged discrimination or harassment charges.

Following is the process for the investigation of complaints which have not been resolved through mediation:

A person designated by the Office of Compliance and Equity Management will initiate an investigation into the allegations. A typical investigation will involve meeting with the person filing the complaint, the person(s) named in the complaint, and with other persons who may have knowledge relevant to the investigation.

The Director of the Office of Compliance and Equity Management will receive a report of the investigation from the designated investigator. He or she will render a finding of sufficient or insufficient evidence to support the complaint. This determination will be based upon the evidence obtained as a result of the investigation process. The complainant and the accused will be notified of the finding in writing. The accused person's department head/director, dean, vice president, and the president will also be notified.

In the event that there is a finding of a violation of university policy, the department head/director of the accused will determine appropriate disciplinary sanctions, and will notify in writing the accused and the Office of Compliance and Equity Management of his/her decision. This written decision must be issued within 15 working days of the date of the notice from the Office of Compliance and Equity Management. When someone of the rank of department head/director or higher serves as a party or witness in an investigation, the notice will be sent to that party/witness' immediate supervisor for determination of disciplinary sanctions. This is the conclusion of the internal procedures under this policy.

(Approved by the President's Cabinet April 1, 2002)

For additional information, contact the Office of Compliance and Equity Management, 129 Gilchrist Hall* (*temporary location Library 441), UNI, at 319-273-2846 or visit www.uni.edu/equity.