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o This award recognizes outstanding academic achievement by graduates who earned a cumulative Quality Point Average of 3.8 but less than 4.0.
• DEAN’S LIST
o The DEC Dean’s List was established to honor those students in all curricula who receive a grade point average of
3.25 or better in any semester. A list of those students honored is posted in the school at the end of each
semester. Students must be enrolled full­time to be eligible for the Dean’s List. • DOUGLAS AWARD
o The Douglas Award recognizes graduates who have shown commitment to DEC’s mission and used their skills to better the community. Recipients are selected by the faculty and administration based upon hours of participation in school organized events and/or community programs or events.
• WHO’S WHO AWARD
o Who’s Who recognizes DEC’s most outstanding graduates. Recipients are selected by the faculty and
administration based upon their scholastic achievement, leadership, and work ethic.
• THE GRADUATE MEDICAL ASSISTING PIN
o Each graduating Medical Assistant will receive a school pin signifying the completion of a professional program. The professional pin is a cherished keepsake and should be proudly displayed throughout your medical career to patients and other professionals.
• TOM SAVINI’S SPECIAL MAKE-UP EFFECTS PROGRAM CERTIFICATE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD
o The Certificate of Excellence Award recognizes Tom Savini’s Special Make­Up Effects Program graduates whose
performance is exceptional. Recipients are selected by Tom Savini and Jerry Gergely, Director of Tom Savini’s Special Make-Up Effects Program.
STUDENT SERVICES
STUDENT SERVICES COMMITTEE
While the classroom experience is the primary focus for a student's academic growth, experiences outside the classroom are an important part of DEC life as well. The Student Services Committee members are advocates for the students. For assistance with personal/academic issues or employment opportunities, please contact:
Student Services Committee
Janelle Imbrescia -Committee Head Michael Crosby
Renee McDowell
BJ Rapp
MENTORING
Douglas Education Center has established a mentor policy which assigns each incoming student with a mentor who is an instructor in his/her program of study. The mentor meets with all students whom he or she is mentoring during the first week of classes and as needed thereafter.
The mentor is available to answer any questions or address any concerns of the student. The mentor attempts to make the student feel more comfortable in this new educational experience. This service also provides the student with a specific person to whom he or she may go when an issue arises. If the mentor is unable to resolve the issue, he/she can direct the student to the appropriate staff person or resource.
TUTORING
Tutoring is available at no charge to students upon request to the instructor of the course in which they require assistance. Tutoring will be arranged by the Career Services Department in conjunction with the Education Department.
STUDENT PORTAL
The DEC Student Portal is linked from the DEC website and gives students access to school information. Students can access their attendance, grades, assignments, and download school forms just to name a few. Students can also check their account balances, pay bills online, print receipts, and see their financial aid award letter. Faculty also uses the portal to put in attendance, grades, and contact students through the contact manager function.
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