At the end of each fall and spring term, the Academic Affairs Office produces the Dean’s List. Those who earn a 3.5 or higher GPA (on a 4.0 scale) are given the honor, which includes a letter of congratulations, an invitation to a special reception co-sponsored by Provost Dr. Jeremy J. Buckner and the Alpha Chi Honor Society, and public announcement through the University Relations Office.
The University Relations office uses C-N’s website and hometown newspapers across the country to note students’ diligent efforts and well-deserved accolades. Press releases are typically provided to papers in the student’s zip code of home address within eight weeks of the semester’s conclusion.