IX. Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ’s for Advisors
Are basic skills placement recommendations mandatory? What if a student feels he/she was placed incorrectly? All basic skills placement recommendations are mandatory, however, if a student feels that he/she has been placed incorrectly he/she may be directed to speak with the appropriate faculty member in charge of making that particular placement.
CMP 105/106, LAN 101, and ENG 101 Placement:
Dr. Candy McCombs
OM-317 x2265
ANT 201 Placement:
Dr. Bob Grebenok
Biology
HS-306 x2550
Math Placement:
Dr. Dietrich Kuhlmann
Mathematics & Statistics
WT-203B x2499
Modern Language:
Dr. Eileen Angelini, Chair
Modern Languages
CT-1012 x2835
Greek & Latin Placement:
Dr. Tom Banchich, Chair
Classics
CT-616 x2724
How does a student transfer in a course taken at another college?
Students who have taken classes at another college or have taken college level courses while in high school must have official transcripts sent to the Office of Student Records and Registration.
Transcripts must be requested in writing from the other institution and there may be a fee involved for this service. Once the transcript is received it will be evaluated and credit will be awarded.
Students may receive free elective, core curriculum or major requirement credit provided that they achieved a grade of “C” or higher.
Can students take classes at another college during the summer?
Permission to take courses at another college during the regular and summer sessions is granted by the appropriate associate dean, who will consider all aspects of the student’s request, including the quality and level of the proposed course and its role in the student’s program. Courses that are intended to fulfill major requirements must also be approved by the department chair. Permission to take courses at other colleges must be requested on the appropriate form (available in the Student Advisement Center) and must be requested in advance of taking the course.
How does a student declare a double/triple major or minor?
Students desiring to declare a double/triple major or minor must complete the application for Majors and Minors Form to be approved by the appropriate associate dean. Students declaring a double/triple majors or a minor must receive approval from all of the respective department chairs. Students declaring a double/triple major must also have at least a 2.0 GPA. The correct form is available in the Student Advisement Center.
Where does a student go to get insurance or enrollment verifications, or student loan deferment forms authorized?
The Office of Student Records and Registration can sign your completed forms to verify your enrollment or generate a generic enrollment verification letter.
Where do students with double/triple majors get their registration PIN #’s?
Students with double/triple majors can obtain their PIN #’s from any of their major advisors. Advisors in each major department will receive a copy of their students’ PIN #’s.
Who will advise an undecided student after the freshman year?
Undecided students will be advised through the Student Advisement Center located in Bagen 103, until they declare a major.
Who is available on campus to help undecided students explore possible majors? The Career Center provides a number of services and programs to help undecided students explore occupations and majors. The office is located in OM-013.
How does a student know if courses from another college, AP credits, etc. were transferred in?
If the expected transfer credits do not appear on a student’s transcript, he/she may contact the Office of Student Records and Registration to see if the official transcripts from the other colleges have been received and if the transfer credits have been processed. Students inquiring about AP credits may contact the Student Advisement Center.
What should a student do if he/she feels the Foreign Language he/she is taking is too advanced for him/her? Can he/she move down a level?
Students in Foreign Language courses will be evaluated during the first week of classes to make sure they were placed appropriately. Students should speak with their instructor about what course may be more appropriate and can then add/drop into the new course. This must be completed by the end of the Add/Drop period each semester.
If a student has a medical or personal issue and has to miss or has missed a significant amount of classes, who should he/she talk to about this?
Students who need to miss a significant amount of class must contact their associate dean as soon as possible to make the appropriate arrangements.
Where do I refer students who are really stressed out about classes and having a lot of anxiety about taking tests?
The Counseling Center at Canisius College can provide students with services that will help address issues that may interfere with their academic success and personal growth.
The following forms are available in the Student Advisement Center:
Registration Permit Form- to get signed into a closed course
Withdrawal Form- through week 12
Late Withdrawal Form- after week 12
Change of Major Form
Change of Address, Name, Phone #
Tuition Waiver Form
Permission to Take Courses at Another College
Dual Major and Minor Form
Absence Form
Cassette Studies Registration Form
Request for Diploma
Graduation Walk Form
Incomplete Grade Form
Internship/Practicum Form
Non-Matric Form
Pass/Fail Form