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ACADEMIC centennialcollege.ca POLICIES AND PROCEDURES
194 Academic Policies and Procedures
Most Centennial programs are eight months MyCentennial: Your Academic General Education
A c a d e m i c P o l i c i e s a n d P roce dures
to three years in length. Bachelor’s degrees Record onLine To graduate from most programs, you must take
take four years to complete. Upon successful As a student of Centennial College, you have general education courses as described below.
completion of their program, all graduating access to myCentennial, the College portal General education courses are offered in four
students are awarded a diploma, certificate or that takes information access to a whole new categories:
bachelor’s degree. This credential reflects the level. Visit myCentennial at http://my.centennial • Arts in Society
academic standards established by the college for college.ca and go to ‘Centennial Links’. You will • Civic Life
our programs, in conjunction with professional be able to access your: • Social and Cultural Understanding
and educational agencies. • Personal Understanding
• registration
• grades • Science and Technology
Student Number In the first semester of most programs, your
• unofficial transcript
The first time you apply to the college, a nine- • degree/diploma audit (an indicator of general education course is prescribed. This
digit student number is assigned to you. It your progression through your program means your program requires that you take the
appears on your admission and registration towards graduation) assigned course.
papers. That number is the key to accurately • ‘holds’ or restrictions to your registration Here are the general education requirements you
maintaining all your records and files as a • personal information (view or make changes) will need to graduate:
Centennial student. • fee statement Two-semester programs
• course sections
Academic Year • One program-mandated general education
• registration status
We divide the calendar year into three semesters: course
• T2202A tax form.
• One elective
• Fall: September to December
Four-semester programs
• Winter: January to April
• Summer: May to August Connect with MyCentennial • One program-mandated general education
The academic year for most of our full-time, myCentennial is a free web service that gives course
post-secondary programs is two semesters. Some all registered students personalized, online • GNED-500 Global Citizenship
programs use a three-semester format. You may access to college announcements, e-mail, • One or two electives (depending on your
get more information about the academic year grades, timetables and research tools from program of study)
for your program from any Enrolment Services any Internet connection. myCentennial e-mail Six-semester programs
Office. Each semester is typically 15 weeks in is a primary source of communication from the • One program-mandated general education
length. College. course
myCentennial can be accessed from the front • GNED-500 Global Citizenship
page of the Centennial College website or • Two electives
Under the Freedom of Information and Protection of directly at http://my.centennial college.ca. If you are required to take additional English
Individual Privacy Act, under the legal authority of or math courses due to your skills assessment
the Ministry of Colleges and Universities, Act R.S.O.
Enter: results, or you must repeat prerequisites due to
1980, Chapter 272, S.S.; R.R.O. 1980, Regulation 640,
1. Your login ID, which is your nine-digit receiving failing grades, you should note that this
Centennial College is required to have written consent
student number could delay the completion of your program, that
from applicants or students to release any information
2. Your initial password which is your date of it will likely require you to pay additional tuition
to a third party (e.g. employers, relatives, Social
birth (Note: you will be asked to change the fees, and that it might affect your eligibility for
Services, Worker’s Safety and Insurance Board or other
password upon initial login.) financial aid.
government agencies). For more information, call the Help Desk at
416-289-000, ext. 5280. TRANSFER CREDIT FOR
GENERAL EDUCATION
If you attended an accredited university or
another college, you may be eligible to apply for
transfer credit (OACs are not eligible for general
education credit).
A course-by-course match is required for the
program-mandated course.
For electives, it is not necessary to have a course-
by-course match. For more information about
transfer credits, see page 15.195
Co-op Education Grade System Supplemental Exam
A c a d e m i c P o l i c i e s a n d P roce dures
Most three-year advanced diploma programs in The opportunity to write supplemental (second)
Letter Grade Numerical Grade Point
business and engineering technology offer the Grade Description Equivalents Equivalents examination papers is open, by special
option of a co-op education. This arrangement (GPA) arrangement, to transportation students in non-
combines academic courses and related paid A+ Outstanding achievement 90-100% 4.5 post-secondary programs who are not registered
work experience with approved employers. In A Excellent achievement 80-89% 4.0 as apprentices. Supplemental exams are also
most cases, your four-month work terms will B+ Very good achievement 75-79% 3.5 available to Aviation Technician students
alternate with academic terms (after semester 3), B Good achievement 70-74% 3.0 (post-secondary) for final examinations only.
C+ Satisfactory achievement 65-69% 2.5
so you won’t have the traditional summer break
C Acceptable achievement 60-64% 2.0 Exam re-writes are scheduled by the Aerospace
between academic years. D+ Pass 55-59% 1.5 department at specific times, under department
Co-op education staff work closely with students D Pass 50-54% 1.0 policy. Fees are established by the department.
F Failure 0-49% 0
to make their work experience as meaningful as
FNA Failure Non-attendance 0-49% 0 To qualify, students must have no more than
possible. However, finding and arranging for the P P (GPA neutral) two ‘F’ or ‘FNA’ grades for their in-college work
job is ultimately the student’s responsibility. Staff I Incomplete* and have achieved at least 36 per cent in the
also work with a wide variety of organizations in CIP Course in progress
courses for which they want to write the exam.
business and industry to promote the program AEG Aegrotat standing
AUD Audit status
Supplemental exams should be completed as
and locate appropriate available positions.
GNR Grade not reported soon as possible after the end of the course, and
As part of your co-op education, we will help NR Grade not yet reported require a $20 fee per exam.
you with: (usually noted in academic transcripts)
SUB Substitution of one required course by another
Students who do not pass in-college courses
• preparing your resumé after a supplemental exam should talk to their
WNP Withdrew without academic penalty
• learning job search techniques NGR No grade required program coordinator/academic advisor about
• interviewing skills TCR Transfer credit (formerly Advanced Standing) permission to repeat the course.
• defining on-the-job expectations EXW Exceptional waiver
• setting and achieving your objectives * Satisfactory incomplete course work for reasons beyond Academic Continuance
• developing your academic and career student’s control. The student has up to 12 calendar Students who meet or exceed School or program
potential. months after the scheduled end of the course to
complete requirements as determined by the instructor academic standards are considered to be in
To qualify for co-op work terms, you must who assigned the ‘I’ and to thereby qualify for a passing Good Academic Standing (GAS). It should be
complete 80 per cent of year one courses, grade. After 12 calendar months, an outstanding ‘I’ grade noted that the minimum academic progress
achieve a minimum grade of C in ENGL-170 will be converted to ‘F’ or ‘FNA’, and thereafter, the
course must be repeated to achieve a passing grade. standards are higher in some programs due to
and a minimum GPA of 2.500 in Engineering external regulatory or placement requirements.
Technology and Applied Science and Business Note: A different grade system, using numerical grades,
applies to the Bachelor of Science Nursing (BScN) In such cases, students will be expected to
programs. An additional fee is payable to cover degree program and grade reports are issued by Ryerson adhere to those standards. Such standards must
administrative costs (also see Co-op Education, University at the end of each semester.
be published and made available in writing to
page 18). students prior to the beginning of their enrolment
For more information, call 416-289-5000, in the program or as they are modified.
ext. 2524. Incomplete Grade
You may have done satisfactory work throughout Students whose academic record does not meet
a course, but were unable to complete all course School or program standards are subject to the
Grade Report following: Conditional Academic Standing (CON),
Your grades are available to you online through work for reasons beyond your control. In this
situation, your professor may agree to assign you Probationary Academic Standing (PRO), Academic
myCentennial (http://my.centennialcollege.ca) Suspension (AS), and Academic Debarment (AD),
at the end of each semester. Grade reports are an “I” grade, to allow you time to complete the
missing work. and may require the approval of their program
not mailed. Chair before being allowed to continue in the
Because this is confidential information, we do As part of the “I” grade, your professor will set next semester or program segment.
not give out grade information by phone. out what you need to do to get a final grade
in the course, and how much time you have to For unique conditions which relate to academic
If you are enrolled in one of our degrees offered complete the work (no more than 12 months continuance, refer to your program’s official
jointly with UTSC or Ryerson University, you will after the end of the course). After 12 months, curriculum and/or the course outline.
receive your grade report from the university. “I” grades are converted to a failing grade The Academic Appeal Application form is
(‘F’ or ‘FNA’) and students have to repeat the available from any Enrolment Services Office.
course to obtain credit.
Refer to: Dispute Resolution Policy and
Procedures, Section VII – Student Academic
Evaluation Appeals196
Academic Standing Successful Completion of Program Transfers
A c a d e m i c P o l i c i e s a n d P roce dures
The standings are determined on the basis of a Program Requirements Current and past students may request a
full-time enrolment of a minimum of 70 per cent Students must successfully complete all transfer into another program by completing an
of the course load for a given semester and are program requirements in order to be eligible for Application for Program Transfer form available
defined as: graduation, and may be required to complete from the Enrolment Services Office. Program
said requirements prior to progressing from one transfers are not automatic, however every effort
level of their program to the subsequent level. will be made to accommodate your choice. Once
Academic Description
a transfer is approved, you will receive credit
Standing
Academic Appeals for any courses you have already completed in
Good Academic All school or program standards the program that you are currently registered
Students have the right to appeal any action
Standing (GAS) have been met or exceeded. in, which are common with the program you
or decision which may affect the ultimate
These include a minimum term transfer into.
evaluation of their performance in a course
average of 2.00 and a pass in all
courses taken, but may be higher
or program. Academic appeals are limited to
matters affecting evaluation or decisions on Withdrawing Or Reducing Your
for some programs.
Admission, Re-admission or Prior Learning Courses? Check The Implications
Conditional A student will initially be placed Assessment & Recognition. Before you withdraw from your program, or even
(CON) on conditional academic standing act to reduce the number of courses in which
if their term grade point average To initiate a formal Academic Appeal of a
you are enrolled in the semester, understand the
falls between 1.00 and 1.99 or grade, the student must submit the appeal form
consequences.
they have failed a course in that within 10 working days of the date on which
term. the student received notice of the final grade. Withdrawing or reducing (i.e. by dropping)
Grades are released on myCentennial and this is courses may have any of the following effects:
Probationary A student will be placed on
considered to be notification. 1) Change your eligibility for an OSAP loan.
(PRO) probationary academic standing
if, while on Conditional Academic The Academic Appeal Application form is 2) Extend the duration of your studies, or delay
Standing, their term grade point available from any Enrolment Services Office. your graduation.
average falls between 1.00 and 3) Add to your expenses via additional fees (i.e.
1.99, or they fail a course in Course Changes (Add/Drop) the result of extending your studies).
the semester. A student will be You may add or drop courses during the first 4) Affect your ‘sponsorship’ arrangements.
placed on probationary academic 10 days of the semester or class without 5) Affect your eligibility for inter-collegiate sports.
standing if at the conclusion of
academic penalty. To do this, you may use the 6) Impact prerequisites for upcoming semesters.
any semester their term grade
web registration system available through
point average falls below 1.00.
myCentennial to add, drop or change sections. Withdrawal From A Program
Academic Academic Suspension will result if your program does not allow you to change Once registered, a seat in the class is reserved
Suspension (AS) when a student on Probationary via myCentennial you must complete a Request for you. You are academically and financially
Standing maintains a term Grade for Academic Change (Add/Drop) form available responsible for your program unless you
Point Average of 1.99 or lower or from any Enrolment Services Office. Courses officially withdraw by the given deadlines. To
fails an additional course in the from which you’ve withdrawn in this way will be officially withdraw, you must submit an Intent to
relevant term. Such students will removed from your academic record. Withdraw form to the Enrolment Services Office.
be suspended from their program You will be given a date-stamped copy of the
of study for a minimum of two Be careful when trying to drop a course. You document in return, and you should retain this as
semesters and may be permitted are not considered to have dropped the course proof of withdrawal. The date your written notice
to resume their program upon officially if you ceased to attend classes, or of withdrawal is received is your effective date
completion of the suspension. merely notified your professor of your intent to of withdrawal. You are not officially withdrawn
drop the course, or provided verbal notice if you cease to attend classes, or verbally notify
Academic A second academic suspension
Debarment (AD) from the same program will
to Enrolment Services staff. your instructor, Enrolment Services staff, or other
result in a two-year debarment college staff of your intent to withdraw. Should
from that program with the you cease to attend classes, and do not officially
option of re-applying for withdraw, you will remain enrolled and will be
admission. During this period, assigned a ‘FNA’ (Fail Non-attendance) grade.
the student will be permitted Note: You must submit an Intent to Withdraw
to apply to another program form, even if you paid by Fee Deferral, RESP or
at the college. Instalment. Certain minimum non-refundable
fees may apply.197
Withdrawal Without Academic Withdrawal From A Course Time Limit on Credits
A c a d e m i c P o l i c i e s a n d P roce dures
Penalty Without Academic Penalty You are usually expected to complete your
(For students enrolled in full-time programs) (For students enrolled in Continuing Education program within the following time limits, based
To withdraw from a program without academic courses in addition to full-time courses, if paid on your original date of registration:
penalty (i.e. without being penalized by a ‘F’ separately) • one-year program – up to two years
or ‘FNA’ grade), you must submit an Intent To withdraw from a Continuing Education course • two-year program – up to four years
to Withdraw form to the Enrolment Services without academic penalty (i.e. without a ‘F’ or • three-year program – up to five years
Office by the specified date in the semester. ‘FNA’ grade), you must officially withdraw by the • continuing education, post-secondary
This deadline is noted in the sessional dates mid-point of the course. The mid-point is reached programs – five years
issued during registration and is available in the when 50 per cent of the scheduled classes
Enrolment Services Office and on myCentennial. You’ll need written approval from your program
(meetings) are completed.
Chair or Director to extend the time limit.
Petitions (Late Withdrawal) Withdrawal From A CE Course If you have to take time off from your studies,
In rare circumstances, the College may With Partial Refund Of Fees you can re-enter your program without going
allow students to withdraw after the relevant (For students enrolled in Continuing Education through the admission process again, as long as
deadline and receive either a partial refund or courses in addition to full-time courses, if paid you are still within the time limits listed above.
withdrawal without academic penalty. separately) Use a Re-Admit/Program Transfer form, available
Contact the Enrolment Services Office at 416- from any Enrolment Services Office to start your
To qualify for a partial refund of fees (i.e. the course work again.
289-5300 for details about the petition process. tuition component, less a $25 administrative
Note that you must submit: charge), you must officially withdraw by the Re-admission/Program
a) the Intent to Withdraw form, following deadlines:
Continuance
b) a one-to-two page compelling letter of • before the start of the first scheduled class,
explanation as to why you are making the Students are subject to the regulations of the
if the course has four or fewer classes college regarding probation, suspension or
request, and (meetings);
c) supporting documentation (e.g. doctor’s note expulsion from their program. Students may be
• before the start of the third scheduled class denied permission to continue their studies, or to
if you were ill) (meeting), if your course has more than four return to their program, if they do not maintain
meetings; the required academic standing.
Withdrawal From A Full-time • 30 calendar days after receiving print-based
Program With Partial Refund course materials. If you are enrolled in
Of Fees online courses, please check our website at
(For students enrolled in full-time programs) centennialcollege.ca/dl. Click on “Online” and Board of Governors
To qualify for a partial refund of the tuition “Important Dates” for withdrawal deadlines. 2008/2009
component of fees, you must submit an Intent to John Montgomery – Chair
Withdraw form to the Enrolment Services Office How Are Refunds Issued?
David Garner, Vice Chair
within the first 10 days of the semester. After A refund cheque will be mailed even if you
this deadline passes, fees will not be reduced or paid by credit card. Please allow a minimum of Ann Buller – President
refunded. This deadline also applies to students two weeks for processing. A minimum of two Zanana Akande
who have paid their tuition using a loan from weeks is required for processing however longer
Kim Brown, Student
OSAP. wait times may be experienced during peak
Your refund will consist of the tuition you processing periods. Abena Buahene
have paid for the current semester, less $100 Delois Gittens, Support Staff
($500 for international students) ) plus other Tax Receipts (T2202A)
T2202A official information will be made Alan Hare, Admin
non-refundable fees. A different refund process
applies to the BScN program (check with the available online through myCentennial by Mary Catherine Lindberg
Enrolment Services Office). You will also receive February 28 each year. T2202A forms are not
Dr. James Norrie
a 100 per cent refund of any advance payment mailed.
you’ve made for future semesters. Note that fees Cheryl Phillips
such as the student services fee, instalment plan Sharon Shelton
fee, OSAP fee-deferral fees, skills assessment fee,
late fee, are non-refundable. David Sloan
John Wabb
Debra Warren, Faculty
Effective 2008/2009198
Academic Transcript Photo ID Curriculum and
A c a d e m i c P o l i c i e s a n d P roce dures
The academic transcript is the official record of Your Centennial College photo identification Regulation Changes
your academic activity at Centennial College. card is used to access many College services, for Centennial College makes every effort to offer
You may view (online) an unofficial version of examination identification purposes, and is issued programs and courses as described in this
your academic transcript by using myCentennial to full-time new entrants through the Enrolment calendar. However, the college reserves the
(http://my.centennialcollege.ca). To request an Services Office. A $12 fee will be charged to right to cancel or change courses, programs,
official version of your transcript, you must use replace any lost or stolen cards. fees, admission requirements, locations and
one of the following methods. A charge of $8 per To obtain your card, you must be enrolled in regulations, where necessary.
copy will be levied. courses for the current semester and present If a course is cancelled, we’ll refund your fees
one piece of official, government-issued photo- or you may transfer to another course in that
1. Complete a Request for Academic Transcript
identification at the time of having your picture semester. Usually, we notify you by mail or phone,
form (available in the Enrolment Services
taken. Acceptable photo-ID includes: a valid so be sure we have your current address and
Office) and submit it to the Enrolment Services home and business phone numbers. In the event
passport, age of majority card, valid driver’s
Office. You must present photo identification license, your Canadian citizenship card, or the that a program must be suspended or cancelled,
(ID card or driver’s licence) when requesting certificate of Indian status card. The Ontario we’ll make every effort to enable students to
your transcript. Health Card and the TTC Metropass will not complete their program.
2. If you are applying to another Ontario college be accepted as proof of your identity. Check If this situation arises, your program Coordinator
or university, order your transcript online at myCentennial for photography dates and or departmental Chair will be able to give you
www.ontariocolleges.ca. times throughout the year. Students registered more information.
3. Mail or fax a written request to the Enrolment in programs at The Centre for Creative
Services Office at 416-289-5232. The Communications campus must obtain student Confidentiality
Enrolment Services Office will only service photo ID cards from this campus location. Ontario’s Freedom of Information and Protection
mailed or faxed requests which contain the of Privacy Act requires that the college protect
following required information: Address or Name Change student privacy. This means we cannot give any
• your full name (plus any previous name) Please be sure to tell us of any change in your information about you to anyone outside the
• your Centennial College student number address and home or business phone numbers so college, not even a parent or guardian, spouse,
• your date of birth we can make sure important information reaches
family or friend. We cannot release, for example,
• a legible copy of a valid photo identification you. You can change your address through
information on your:
(e.g. driver’s licence or passport) which also myCentennial, or by notifying us in writing. You
• address and phone number
shows your signature are responsible to ensure your correct address is
on file with the College. • student status
• your handwritten signature on your academic • timetable
transcript request letter Be sure to also change your address with the • grades and academic record
• a daytime phone number Student Financial Services Office if you are • attendance.
• your current return address receiving OSAP. Include your student number, if
• the person and address (e.g. institution, possible, along with your old and new address If you need proof of academic achievement for
college or university) to whom your Centennial and phone numbers. If you change your name an employer, arrange for an official transcript
transcript should be mailed. during your studies at Centennial, let us know (see Academic Transcript). We will not release
so we can keep your student record complete information to you over the phone.
Should you fax your request, there is no need to
and accurate. Bring proof of your name change
also send your request by mail. Kindly address Under unusual circumstances (e.g. an
(driver’s licence or marriage certificate, for
transcript-related mail to: example) in-person to any Enrolment Services international student who names someone in
Enrolment Services Office Office. this country to act on their behalf), you can make
Transcript Services, Progress campus special arrangements, in writing, for the release
Centennial College of information to someone else. Contact the
P.O. Box 631, Station A Enrolment Services Office for details.
Toronto, ON Canada
M1K 5E9
Verbal requests (e.g. via the phone) for academic
transcripts will not be accepted. Transcript
requests are normally serviced within five to 10
working days after receipt of the request – longer
during peak service times. Centennial College is
not responsible for transcripts which are lost or
delayed in the mail. Should you owe fees or fines,
transcripts will not be provided.199
Policies and Procedures Resolution Sanctions
A c a d e m i c P o l i c i e s a n d P roce dures
There are a number of policies and procedures It is not necessary to file a formal complaint in Students of the college community who violate
that govern the way we behave at the College. order to resolve a conflict. Where appropriate, the college policies and procedures are subject
These policies (academic and non-academic) parties in a dispute will be encouraged to to sanctions ranging from temporary dismissals
are available at our website and in offices such resolve their conflict through an informal, early (from class) and verbal warning to suspensions
as Student Relations, Advising, CCSAI (Student resolution process. If you have questions about and expulsions. Many sanctions can be appealed
Association) and Enrolment Services. any policy or process, a good place to start is by on specified grounds.
contacting the Conflict Coach, Student Relations
All members of the college community have Policies which govern the behaviour and conduct
Office, at 416-289-5000, ext. 2629.
rights and responsibilities. It is important that of students:
everyone in our college community be aware If you are involved in or wish to make a • Academic Honesty
of these rights and responsibilities and adhere complaint involving a dispute with any member • Grade Appeals
to them upon enrolment. Most importantly, of the college community, you can submit a • Disruptive Student Behaviour in the Classroom
everyone at the college has the right to work/ complaint. For information or assistance in and Other Learning Environments
study/learn in an environment that is respectful making a complaint or resolving a dispute, • Harassment and Discrimination Prevention
and free from discrimination, harassment and consult with: • Student Code of Conduct
disturbance. Everyone shares the responsibility • Violence Prevention Policy
• Student Relations Office
to educate themselves on college policies,
416-289-5000, ext. 2629. Other policies (such as College Posting Policy)
procedures and regulations and ensure
• Academic Department will also be available through appropriate offices.
adherence.
• CCSAI (Student Association) Office
• Sexual Harassment Officer200 Graduation
Graduation From A Program Honours Designation Convocation and your DEGREE/
A c a d e m i c P o l i c i e s a n d P roce dures
To graduate from a Centennial College program, Centennial College recognizes outstanding Diploma/Certificate
you must do the following: scholastic achievement by issuing Honours A highlight of the Centennial year is our main
and High Honours designations to eligible convocation and graduation ceremonies, held
1. Satisfactorily complete all the required courses
graduates of all programs. These designations are in June. At this time, degrees, diplomas and
which comprise your certificate, diploma, or
noted on the student’s diploma or certificate, and certificates are presented to students who
degree program.
are based on the following criteria: have successfully completed their programs.
2. Ensure that at least 25 per cent of the courses
comprising your program are completed at • Honours – a cumulative Grade Point Average Graduates may invite two guests to join them in
Centennial College. (GPA) equal to or greater than 3.900, but less the celebration, which usually includes a guest
3. At the beginning of the semester in which than 4.300 (> = 3.900, < 4.300) on a scale of speaker and reception.
you expect to complete all graduation 4.500. We encourage graduates to participate in this
requirements, submit an Application to • High Honours – a cumulative Grade Point memorable occasion. If, for some reason, you
Graduate form to the Enrolment Services Average (GPA) equal to or greater than 4.300 are unable to attend the ceremony, you may
Office. On this form, you must identify the (> = 4.300) on a scale of 4.500. pick up your certificate, diploma or degree from
name of the program (e.g. Computer Systems Diploma in a Second Major the Progress Enrolment Services Office after
Technology – Networking), and the number Convocation. Degrees, diplomas or certificates
Some of our programs offer several options or
of the program (e.g. CENT Code 3405) you will be available for pick-up for two weeks after
choices of major. After you’ve graduated in one
are completing. Unless you signal your intent graduation, after which time they will be mailed.
major or option, you may study for a diploma
to graduate by submitting an Application Should you require a replacement, a fee of $50
in another major in the same program without
to Graduate form, the Enrolment Services will be charged.
repeating the common courses. You will need
Office will not act to audit your eligibility for
approval from your program Chair to do this.
graduation. Centennial College Alumni
The total courses required for you to complete Association Inc.
OnLine Degree/Diploma Audit the new option will be based on the graduation The Alumni Association represents the more
Use myCentennial to conduct an online audit of requirements (curriculum) in effect at the time than 55,000 graduates of Centennial College.
your progression towards graduation you enrol in that option. Projects and field work As a graduate you become a lifetime member
(http://my.centennialcollege.ca). may not be carried over and you must complete and have an opportunity to maintain your
required general education electives. special ties to the college and your colleagues by
Eligibility participating in the Association.
When you’ve completed all the requirements Double Diplomas
The Association’s objectives are to facilitate
of your program satisfactorily, you’re ready to A Centennial graduate may study for a diploma
fellowship and communication among members
graduate. Receiving your degree, diploma or or certificate in a different program without
and to provide a means for members to
certificate means you have: repeating common courses, with the program
contribute to the betterment of the college.
• successfully completed a prescribed program Chair or Coordinator’s approval. The total courses
of instruction required to complete the new program will be We sponsor many programs and services for
• been approved for graduation by the college determined by its curriculum. graduates, and assist groups who wish to
Board of Governors. organize reunions and alumni events.
You may receive only one certificate , diploma Our board of directors is composed of dedicated
or degree at each level in your field. If you’re volunteers from various programs of study and
working towards a diploma, you ordinarily won’t all walks of life. If you would like to share your
be granted a certificate or diploma at a lower time, energy and expertise, or if you have simply
level in your field. To do this, you would have fallen out of touch and want to start receiving
to withdraw from the longer program and have the alumni newsletter, please contact the Alumni
completed all the requirements for a certificate or Office at 416-289-5218, fax 416-289-5237, or
diploma at the lower level. e-mail: alumni@centennialcollege.ca or visit our
office located in the Student Centre at Progress
campus.You can also read
