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Direct linkVander Schee, Brian A. – College and University, 2011
Spring is a time for gardening, blossoms, and baseball. At American college and universities, it is also a time for commencement ceremonies. Students are recognized for their scholastic achievements as faculty and staff close out another academic school year. Family and friends applaud the graduates and celebrate their success. Students show their…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Graduation, Ceremonies, College Graduates
Peer reviewedPotter, William P. – College and University, 1979
A study conducted at Alma College to determine how and why grade inflation occurred is discussed. Grade inflation is seen as being caused by many factors including calendar changes, requirement reductions, better defined grading scales, and shifts in faculty attitudes. (MLW)
Descriptors: Academic Standards, Class Average, Grade Inflation, Grade Point Average
