Academic Records and Transcript Requests
The Registrar’s Office is custodian of all academic records and transcripts are available upon written request. The request should include the name used while attending Hesston, signature, dates of attendance, present mailing address and complete instructions for processing and mailing the transcript. Corroborating information such as student number, birth date or Social Security number may be requested to help identify the record. Transcripts are issued only after all financial obligations to the college have been fulfilled and all chapel attendance requirements have been met.
Appeal Procedure
A student is guaranteed the right to appeal decisions regarding his or her academic record or status if
- The decision was unreasonably disproportionate to the infraction,
- Policies and procedures that affect the student’s right to receive a fair decision were not followed,
- The decision was not supported by evidence,
- New evidence has become available.
A formal appeal should be submitted in writing to the vice president of academics. Concerns about grades or other course related issues should be discussed first with the instructor or department involved.