Academic Policies

Academic policies are reviewed and approved by the Committee on Instruction (COI), formerly the Academic Excellence Committee (AEC). Below please find links to the current SPS academic policies. 

Adding Observers to Online Course Platforms such as Canvas Policy

Class Cancellation Due to Inclement Weather or Emergencies Policy

Course Cancellation Policy

Course and Program Change Revisions Policy (Fall 2021)

Course Management User Guide (Office of the Registrar)

Course Support Policy - Adding Associates or Teaching Assistants

Credit Hour Policy

Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility in SPS Classrooms

Faculty Attendance Policy

Hybrid Course Policy

Maximum Allowance for Internships Policy

Office Hours Policy (Updated for Fall 2023)

Recording Class Sessions Policy

SPS Final Exam & Study Day Policy (rev. 02.14.2023)

SPS Course Management Job Aid (January 2023)

Student Attendance Policy

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Guidance (September 2023)