Message to Students from VP Akey, April 15, 2020

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Good morning,

I am writing today to remind you about a University decision to allow you to choose Pass/No-Credit (P/NC) grading for Spring 2020 courses. This decision reflects the unprecedented situation we find ourselves in due to COVID-19 and the transition of all courses to remote or alternative delivery.

You have the opportunity to choose a Pass/No-Credit grading method for classes this semester that were not completed prior to March 16, 2020. Please review the information and resources available at https://mankato.mnsu.edu/grading/ before making a decision about changing a course grading method. Instructions and a video demonstrating how to change a course grading method is available on the web site. I strongly encourage you to consult with your advisor and your instructors prior to Friday April 24, so you are able to make the best possible decision for your situation. There is no reason to hurry in making a decision, so please consult and consider carefully your options. All Pass/No-Credit grade method changes need to be completed within e-Services by 11:59 p.m. on Sunday, April 26.

In addition to the option of a Pass/No-Credit grading method, the last day to withdraw from full semester Spring 2020 courses has been moved back to April 27, 2020.  In considering a withdraw from a course, you are encouraged to consult with your advisor prior to making a decision.

If you have questions about how to change a course grading method or withdraw from a course, please contact the Registrar’s Office at https://onestop.mnsu.edu/app/registrar. General questions about Pass/No-Credit grade changes or other academic concerns may be sent to provost@mnsu.edu.

I hope you continue to be safe and well during these unprecedented times.

Sincerely,

Lynn D. Akey
Vice President for Student Success, Analytics and Integrated Planning