WHEREAS, The current date to withdraw from a class is the eighth (8^th) week (8/15), and

WHEREAS, Our previous withdrawal policy on the term system was the sixth (6^th) week (6/10), which on a semester system results in a withdrawal the ninth (9^th) week (9/15), and

WHEREAS, midterm examinations typically occur from the sixth (6^th) to the eighth (8^th) week during the semester, leaving only a brief time for grading and return by the faculty.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED

That the unrestricted withdrawal date be extended to the tenth (10^th) week to permit midterm grading and examination return while providing adequate time for students to make an informed decision before withdrawing from a course. All other policies and procedures currently occurring after the unrestricted withdrawal date will remain in effect.