2018-2019 UG Catalog

Hardin-Simmons University 2018-2019

80 (40 for Nursing Students) chapel credits in order to

graduate. Students may earn chapel credits by attending

chapel, alternative chapel events, and by performing

community service.

Chapel credits from other institutions are non-transferable.

For each hour of course work that transfers to Hardin-

Simmons students will receive .65 chapel credits.

In special circumstances (employment and family

obligations), the Chapel Advisory Committee may be

petitioned for a waiver of the chapel requirement. Contact the

Chaplain’s Office to find out how to start the petition process.

Semester exemptions are not granted.

For more information, contact the Office of the University

Chaplain at 671-2190.

Financial Obligations to the University

Students are required to settle all accounts in a manner

satisfactory to the University Controller before a diploma or

transcript will be awarded.

Requirements for a Second Baccalaureate Degree

A student who desires to earn a second baccalaureate degree

must complete the requirements of a single catalog in effect

since entering school for the second degree under the statute

of limitations. All of the components of the degree

(foundational curriculum, Writing Proficiency, major, and

minor) must be completed under the curriculum provisions of

the catalog. A minimum of 30 semester credits beyond the

first bachelor’s degree is required. All work taken at HSU after

the first degree will be figured into the GPA (not just the major

courses).

Participation in Graduation Exercises

All candidates for degrees are requested to participate in the

commencement ceremony. Candidates must be enrolled in all

courses required to complete the degree including chapel and

Writing Proficiency. Chapel and Writing Proficiency must be

completed by the deadlines of April 15

(May graduation) and

November 15

(December graduation). Students with any

graduation requirements not completed by these dates will be

excluded from walking at their respective graduation

ceremony.

Statute of Limitations

A student may graduate under the curriculum provisions of

any single catalog in effect for any academic year for which

the student was enrolled so long as the catalog selected is

dated not more than five years prior to the student’s date of

graduation unless those provisions have been changed in

response to an external mandate by the state or by the

relevant accrediting body.

AWARDS AND HONORS

Graduation with Honors (for Baccalaureate degrees)

A student who has completed 60 credits of HSU residence

credit and has earned a cumulative grade point average of

3.55 is graduated

cum laude

A student who has completed 60 credits of HSU residence

credit and has earned a cumulative grade point average of

3.75 is graduated

magna cum laude

A student who has completed 60 credits of HSU residence

credit and has earned a cumulative grade point average of

3.90 is graduated

summa cum laude

NOTE

: Current GPA is the basis for honors read at

Commencement. Honors for transcript and diploma are based

on actual GPA after requirements are completed.

COMMENCEMENT AWARDS

The Anderson Medals -

Two awards are made at spring

commencement in the name of George Skiles Anderson and

Minnie L. Anderson, longtime benefactors. The medals go to

the senior man and senior woman who, having spent three or

more years (90 semester credits including international study

work taken through HSU) in residence at HSU, have excelled

in character, personal development, and service to the

University as recommended by a faculty/staff committee.

The Julius Nelson Olsen Medal

Dr. and Mrs. Julius Olsen established the Julius Nelson Olsen

Medal in 1914 in memory of their son. It is perpetuated

through a bequest by Dean Julius Olsen, who was Professor

of Physics at Hardin-Simmons University from 1902-1942 and

Dean of the University during much of that time. This medal is

awarded annually at spring commencement to the graduate

who has the highest grade average, has exemplified the

highest scholarly achievement, and has completed at least 90

semester credits of residence credit at Hardin-Simmons

University including international study work taken through

HSU.

The Winnie K. and D. M. Wiggins Medal

Awarded to the senior student graduating during the winter

commencement for academic excellence throughout his/her

entire college career. The medal will go to one who has spent

three or more years in residence (including international study

work taken through HSU) and who has excelled in character,

personal development, and academic achievement.

The Academic Foundation Medal

Established in 1999 by The Academic Foundation of Hardin-

Simmons University, the medal is awarded annually during

the winter commencement to the graduate who has the

highest grade average, exemplifies the highest scholarly

achievement, and has completed at least 90 semester credits

of residence credit at Hardin-Simmons University including

international study work taken through HSU.

Other Awards

Hardin-Simmons University presents numerous other medals

and awards to deserving students who demonstrate

excellence in academics, athletics, and service to others.

These awards are sponsored by various campus departments

and organizations as well as memorial foundations and

endowments.