Section 1 - Welcome and General Information

Greetings and welcome to Lake Superior College. I know that you will find us to be a dynamic, comprehensive college serving the needs of a variety of students, one which emphasizes student learning and student service. We are a creative learning community dedicated to serving your educational needs.

LSC offers extensive pre-baccalaureate majors for students interested in transferring to senior educational institutions as well as more than 80 certificate, diploma, and degree programs in career/technical fields. Our Workforce Development division collaborates extensively with area businesses and industry to design specialized educational opportunities for those interested in meeting ever-changing training needs.

Lake Superior College has additionally become a state and regional leader in the offering of education unbound by space or time. Since LSC offers more than 150 courses through online (Internet) instruction, you may elect to take one course or the greater share of courses in meeting requirements for various educational certificates, diplomas, or degrees.

You will find the faculty and staff at Lake Superior College to be friendly, sincere, and helpful. We are student-centered, creative, dedicated, and we take pride in helping students succeed. You have only to call, write, or connect with us to begin to experience the spirit of Lake Superior College.

We are constantly improving our existing programs and services, and looking for new opportunities, new approaches, and new services as we prepare to meet the educational challenges of the 21st century.

Best wishes to you as you explore the opportunities that Lake Superior College has to offer you.

Dr. Kathleen Nelson
President

Purpose of the Student Handbook

This handbook contains important information to help you succeed at Lake Superior College. Students are responsible for knowing the content of the handbook, including the procedures and policies it contains. The policies and procedures are intended to be uniformly applied and form a common core.

The policies, rules and procedures were formulated based on the most recent rules, regulations, laws, information and dates available. They are subject to revision by state and federal agencies that are beyond the control and jurisdiction of the college. Therefore, specific narrative instructions listed in the handbook may need to be updated. Changes in rules and regulations or policies made by higher levels of government agencies may supersede the information printed in this handbook. The college will do its best to reconcile any conflict with higher government rules and to provide policy updates. Current policies are available on the LSC web site at www.lsc.edu/policy/.

Mission/Vision

Lake Superior College envisions a future in which the need for higher education and training will be life-long and its delivery neither time nor place bound. By responding to the rapid changes in human lives and needs, technology, and the global economy, Lake Superior College will become the recognized provider of truly comprehensive higher education and training in the greater Duluth area.

Mission Statement

Lake Superior College provides accessible, high quality, future-oriented education and community service through pre-baccalaureate, career, technical, and continuing education/custom training programs and classes. We serve the diverse needs of all learners and employers in the ever-changing local, regional, and global economy. In an atmosphere of free inquiry and technological innovation, we deliver quality courses, programs, and activities that give students transferable education and skill, occupational proficiency, and personal enrichment. When students graduate from Lake Superior College, they are prepared for employment, advancement in their fields of study, or transfer to baccalaureate degree-granting institutions. Upon departure, our students will have had enriching experiences that encourage lifelong learning.

Accreditation

Lake Superior College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

More information on the accreditation process is available directly from:

The Higher Learning Commission
30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400
Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504

(312) 263-0456 or 800-621-7440

Several LSC programs have received accreditation from professional associations, including the following:

Medical Laboratory Technician, accredited by the National Accreditation Agency of Clinical Laboratory Science

Physical Therapist Assistant, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education

Professional Nursing (RN), accredited by the Minnesota Board of Nursing

Practical Nursing, accredited by the Minnesota Board of Nursing

Radiologic Technology, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology

Respiratory Care Practitioner, accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation, upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee for Respiratory Therapy Education

Machine Technology, accredited by National Institute for Metalworking Skills

Auto Service Technology, accredited by National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc.

History

Lake Superior College (LSC) is the result of the merger of Duluth Community College and Duluth Technical College on July 1, 1995. The registration for Fall 2007 consisted of over 4,500 students enrolled in transfer programs, technical programs, continuing education, apprenticeship training, and custom training courses.

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Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU) have accepted special roles and responsibilities in fostering diversity in our society. We are dedicated to the search for knowledge and the rights of every individual in our learning communities to pursue that search with freedom, dignity, and security, regardless of religious affiliation, race, ethnic heritage, gender, age, sexual orientation, or physical ability. Representing all sectors of higher education in Minnesota, we publicly declare our intention to:

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Student Handbook Online Section I - Welcome and General Information I. Greetings from Lake Superior College's President Greetings and welcome to Lake Superior College. I know that you will find us to be a dynamic, comprehensive college serving the needs of a variety of students, one which emphasizes student learning and student service. We are a creative learning community dedicated to serving your educational needs. LSC offers extensive pre-baccalaureate majors for students interested in transferring to senior educational institutions as well as more than 80 certificate, diploma, and degree programs in career/technical fields. Our Workforce Development division collaborates extensively with area businesses and industry to design specialized educational opportunities for those interested in meeting ever-changing training needs. Lake Superior College has additionally become a state and regional leader in the offering of education unbound by space or time. Since LSC offers more than 150 courses through online (Internet) instruction, you may elect to take one course or the greater share of courses in meeting requirements for various educational certificates, diplomas, or degrees. You will find the faculty and staff at Lake Superior College to be friendly, sincere, and helpful. We are student-centered, creative, dedicated, and we take pride in helping students succeed. You have only to call, write, or connect with us to begin to experience the spirit of Lake Superior College. We are constantly improving our existing programs and services, and looking for new opportunities, new approaches, and new services as we prepare to meet the educational challenges of the 21st century. Best wishes to you as you explore the opportunities that Lake Superior College has to offer you. Dr. Kathleen Nelson President Purpose of the Student Handbook This handbook contains important information to help you succeed at Lake Superior College. Students are responsible for knowing the content of the handbook, including the procedures and policies it contains. The policies and procedures are intended to be uniformly applied and form a common core. The policies, rules and procedures were formulated based on the most recent rules, regulations, laws, information and dates available. They are subject to revision by state and federal agencies that are beyond the control and jurisdiction of the college. Therefore, specific narrative instructions listed in the handbook may need to be updated. Changes in rules and regulations or policies made by higher levels of government agencies may supersede the information printed in this handbook. The college will do its best to reconcile any conflict with higher government rules and to provide policy updates. Current policies are available on the LSC web site at www.lsc.edu/policy/. Mission/Vision Lake Superior College envisions a future in which the need for higher education and training will be life-long and its delivery neither time nor place bound. By responding to the rapid changes in human lives and needs, technology, and the global economy, Lake Superior College will become the recognized provider of truly comprehensive higher education and training in the greater Duluth area. Mission Statement Lake Superior College provides accessible, high quality, future-oriented education and community service through pre-baccalaureate, career, technical, and continuing education/custom training programs and classes. We serve the diverse needs of all learners and employers in the ever-changing local, regional, and global economy. In an atmosphere of free inquiry and technological innovation, we deliver quality courses, programs, and activities that give students transferable education and skill, occupational proficiency, and personal enrichment. When students graduate from Lake Superior College, they are prepared for employment, advancement in their fields of study, or transfer to baccalaureate degree-granting institutions. Upon departure, our students will have had enriching experiences that encourage lifelong learning. Accreditation Lake Superior College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. More information on the accreditation process is available directly from: The Higher Learning Commission 30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400 Chicago, Illinois 60602-2504 (312) 263-0456 or 800-621-7440 Several LSC programs have received accreditation from professional associations, including the following: Medical Laboratory Technician, accredited by the National Accreditation Agency of Clinical Laboratory Science Physical Therapist Assistant, accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education Professional Nursing (RN), accredited by the Minnesota Board of Nursing Practical Nursing, accredited by the Minnesota Board of Nursing Radiologic Technology, accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology Respiratory Care Practitioner, accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation, upon the recommendation of the Joint Review Committee for Respiratory Therapy Education Machine Technology, accredited by National Institute for Metalworking Skills Auto Service Technology, accredited by National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation, Inc. History Lake Superior College (LSC) is the result of the merger of Duluth Community College and Duluth Technical College on July 1, 1995. The registration for Fall 2007 consisted of over 4,500 students enrolled in transfer programs, technical programs, continuing education, apprenticeship training, and custom training courses. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Minnesota State Colleges and Universities (MnSCU) have accepted special roles and responsibilities in fostering diversity in our society. We are dedicated to the search for knowledge and the rights of every individual in our learning communities to pursue that search with freedom, dignity, and security, regardless of religious affiliation, race, ethnic heritage, gender, age, sexual orientation, or physical ability. Representing all sectors of higher education in Minnesota, we publicly declare our intention to: continue the development of multicultural learning communities that will not tolerate acts of harassment establish, communicate, and enforce standards of behavior for students, staff, and faculty that uphold our academic values and our legal obligations promote the acceptance and respect for individuals in an atmosphere of caring for others		QuickLinks In the News Calendar Student Email Library Bookstore Online Courses Programs Course Search Access Grades Student Services Customized Training Financial Aid
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