2012 - 2013 catalog - Delta College

Commencement
One of the most memorable moments in your life will be receiving your
Certificate or Associate degree from Delta College. You will want to
attend Commencement, which will highlight this special moment for
you and your family. Give your family and friends the special pleasure
of seeing you graduate from Delta College.
Although you may complete graduation requirements at the end of the
Fall or Spring Semester, Commencement ceremonies are only held once
a year at the end of the Winter Semester. Diplomas however, are mailed
to you by the Registrar’s Office approximately four weeks after the end
of the month in which you complete your requirements.
The Commencement Program and your academic transcript will carry
special designations if you complete your Associate degree with an
outstanding academic record according to the following cumulative
grade point averages:
3.50 -3.69 Honors
3.70 -3.89 High Honors
3.90 -4.00 Highest Honors
Transfer students are eligible for graduation honors if they have completed
at least twenty-four (24) credit hours of a curriculum at Delta College.
Student Awards
Outstanding students are recognized each year for their academic
achievement and leadership while in attendance at Delta College. These
awards are sponsored by individuals, businesses, and organizations that
are committed to the Delta College Community. The Graduate Student
Award Ceremony and Reception is held the week of Commencement
each spring. Award recipients are presented an individual plaque, have
their name inscribed in a group plaque for display in a Delta College
showcase, and are presented a cash honorarium. Award application
information is available from the Vice President of Students Office B-137
mid-January. Recipients are strongly encouraged to attend the ceremony.
Candidates are encouraged to apply for an award and MUST meet
the following criteria:
• Already graduated with an Associate Degree in the proceeding
months of May – December 2012 OR
• Graduating with an Associate Degree in January-August, 2013.
Application for Graduation must be submitted to the Registrar’s
Office to be eligible.
• Recipient may not win the same award twice.
Items considered by all Award Selection Committees:
• Delta College Cumulative Grade Point
• Delta College Grade Point in coursework directly related to
specific award
• Community involvement active participation in volunteer
associations, college clubs( and organizations, church clubs and
associations, independent volunteerism examples)
• Letters of recommendation from faculty/staff, supervisors,and
volunteer coordinators.
Award Descriptions:
Board of Trustees Award
Presented to graduates who have earned a 4.00 Cumulative GPA and a
minimum of 45 Delta credits.
William R. Collings Award of Excellence–Highest Recognition Award
The Outstanding Achievement, Leadership Potential and Service Graduate
Award was established by Dow Corning Corporation of Midland,
in memory of Dr. William R. Collings. Dow Corning Corporation was
formally established in 1943, and Dr. Collings was named company’s
first general manager, later serving as president from 1954 to 1962. He
was also a Charter Member of the Delta College Board of Trustees, and
served on the Board from 1957 to 1976. The Dr. William R. Collings Award
of Excellence has been given out since 1986 in memory of Mr Colling’s
wise and generous counsel and superior leadership as president of the
Dow Corning Corporation. This award recognizes academic achievement
and superior citizenship. The graduate must have an excellent academic
record and potential for outstanding future achievement. Evidence of
demonstrated leadership in extracurricular activities that benefit the
College and community is essential. Finalists will be contacted for a
personal interview with the Awards committee.
Robert & Joyce Hetzler Family – Highest Recognition Award
Outstanding Graduate in Service & Leadership. The Hetzler Award was
established in honor of Robert and Joyce Hetzler Family. Mr. Hetzler
is former Chair of the Foundation Board, and the retired President
and Chief Executive Officer of Monitor Sugar Company. Mrs. Hetzler
taught home economics at schools in Michigan and Virginia for five
years before raising the couple’s children. The award recognizes the
graduate who has demonstrated outstanding achievement based on
service and leadership to the college and the community. A high level
of academic achievement at Delta must also be evident as documented
by letters of recommendation or other documentation. Personal service
and leadership examples include, but are not limited to volunteer work
at schools, churches, charitable organizations, and fund raisers. Finalists
will be contacted for a personal interview with the Awards Committee.
Art Award – Sponsor: Peter & Suzanne Frantz
The Peter B. and Suzanne Smith Frantz Art Award Endowment was
made possible with a gift of from Mr. Frantz in memory of his wife.
Mr. Frantz spent his career as an architect, and authored a book in 2000,
Jane’s Letters from Ireland: 1884-1886, featuring letters from his maternal
grandmother, Jane Stanley, one of America’s premier watercolor artists.
Mrs. Frantz, who passed away in July 2005, was an accomplished artist
who worked in the photography department at Delta College and
exhibited her work at Adrian College, Central Michigan University and
Alma College. The following programs are considered for this award:
Art Majors, Electronic Media/Graphic Designs and graduates who
completed multiple art classes.
Business Management Award – Sponsor: Morley Foundation
The Morley Foundation was established in 1948 by Mr. and Mrs. Ralph
C. Morley Sr. Morley Companies. The Morley Foundation Award recognizes
annually the outstanding Delta graduate in business programs
and business management. The award has been established to recognize
academic achievement and good citizenship, thereby demonstrating the
business community’s concern and appreciation of superior performance.
Additionally, it is expected such recognition will encourage other students
to strive for success in the area of business. The following programs are
considered for this award: Construction Management, Cosmetology
Management, Marketing Management, Merchandising Management,
Retail Management, Small Business Management, Business Management,
and Business Administration.
Criminal Justice Award – Sponsor: F.O.P. Bay City Lodge 103
The Fraternal Order of Police is the world’s largest organization of
sworn law enforcement officers, with more than 324,000 members in
more than 2,100 lodges. They are the voice of those who dedicate their
lives to protecting and serving our communities, and are committed to
improving the working conditions of law enforcement officers and the
safety of those we serve through education, legislation, information,
community involvement, and employee representation. No one knows
the dangers and the difficulties faced by today’s police officers better than
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