Open Forum

We invite you to bring your questions to the University Registrar and the Office of the Registrar leadership team. There will be a brief overview of the Office's functions, updates on upcoming initiatives, and an open Q&A session. If you have questions about processes managed by the Office of the Registrar or current projects, this is the forum for you to ask your questions. Gain clarity, provide feedback, and learn more about the Office of the Registrar's scope of work.

Students earn academic credit in a variety of ways beyond completing U of A classes. This forum explores how transfer credit from domestic and international institutions, general education pathways, exam-based credit, and prior learning experiences may apply toward a student’s academic pathway. Learn how transfer credit is evaluated and the role of accreditation in the review process. The session will also highlight credit awarded through exams, military service, and other approved assessment methods.

This forum explores how decisions made during course development and Catalog approval influence class scheduling, student enrollment, and degree completion. Learn how Catalog setup determines class section structure and enrollment requirements, as well as what data elements can be managed by departments in the Schedule of Classes . The session highlights how alignment across these areas affects student enrollment and progress toward degree completion. Understanding these connections helps ensure courses are structured to support student success from start to finish.

Learn about exciting new system enhancements to support department schedulers in managing the Schedule of Classes. As part of our Reimagine Class Scheduling project, these enhancements will improve accuracy, increase workflow efficiency, and give departments greater control throughout the Open and Closed scheduling periods.

The Open Scheduling Kickoff Webinars are designed to offer current updates, procedure changes, and to field questions from our department scheduling partners.

Join us for an overview of the Office's diverse functions, updates on upcoming initiatives, and an open Q&A session.

Join us for an open forum on micro-credentials and digital badges, where we’ll discuss their role in recognizing skills, competencies, and achievements.

Review grading policies, best practices for recording and submitting grades, and addressing special situations.

Explore the importance of FERPA, especially as the university now relies on digital tools and platforms. We’ll cover how FERPA applies to online records, student data protection, and best practices for ensuring compliance in today’s digital world.

Room & Course Scheduling staff offer current updates, new procedure changes, and a place to field questions from our department scheduling partners as Open Scheduling for Summer and Fall 2025 begins.