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Show Graduation rates back on the rise At least 524 students will be eligible to graduate June 4, compared to 505 in 1993. By Fred Moesinger Sun After experiencing a drop in 1993, Dixie College graduation rates are once again going up. On line to graduate this year are 574 students, compared to 505 graduates in 1993. Academic counselor Tyler Morgan said some of those students will not graduate because they have not fulfilled the academic requirements of the college. However, Morgan expects at least 524 to be eligible for commencement June 4. More than 900 degrees and certificates, the largest number ever, will be handed out this year', according to Mark Peterson, director of public relations. But not all students who enroll at Dixie College graduate. Saying goodbye With a tear Fall Quarter saw 3,041 enrolled in in - her eye, sophomore Sheiiie Ipson packs courses. A lot of students come here that start a quarter or two and then go back home and finish at a school closer to home, Morgan said. Some students begin their education at Dixie but then interrupt their academic trail by going on missions, for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Da- y Saints, Morgan said. Another reason Morgan said students dont graduate is because some dont do well academically and decide to drop out. Dan Watson, assistant to the presi- some shoes as she prepares to move home for the summer. As the 1993-9- 4 school year comes to an end, students all over campus can be dent, said many students who attend Dixie College never plan on graduating. For example, the nursing program graduates do their academic work at Dixie, but graduate from Weber State seen cramming for finals and slamming their suitcases as they get ready for summer vacation. University. Watson said another reason some students do not graduate is due to the large number of vocational certificates awarded by the college. I wont graduate because my credits from California didnt transfer and I have to make up for lost hours., said Jennifer Oviatt. (Photo by Fred Moesinger) Academic structure changed New organization in the academic structure of Dixie College reassigns responsibilities. By Tiffany Prince Sun Co Editor The Dixie College administration recently announced changes in the academic structure of the school. According to the new structure, there will be two divisions, each presided over by one of the recently chosen deans. The Business and Technology division will be headed by Richard VanAusdal, and the division of Arts Letters and Sciences will be headed by Joe Peterson. Both deans will report to the Academic Vice President and the President of the college. Each of the divisions is divided into separate departments, which will be headed by a department chair. The departments in the Business and Technology division are Business, Family, Consumer Studies, and Allied Health, and Technology. The Arts, Letters, and Sciences Division consists of the Science, English and Humanities, Fine and Performing Arts, Social Science, and Physical Education departments. Each department chair will be selected by the the faculty in the department, and by the division dean and the academic vice president. Department chairs will be appointed to serve two year terms, with a maximum of two terms. The responsibilities of the department chairs vary from planning budgets, curriculum, and staffing. Department chairs will also chip the deans make decisions as to scheduling, and course loads. The final plan, which was released in a faculty meeting on Tuesday, has been through several drafts, each followed by faculty input and comments This plan too, can be altered depending on its effectiveness. |
