Students whose academic performance warrants recommendation and recognition will receive academic honors.
The President's List recognizes students enrolled in a degree or professional certificate program carrying a minimum of twelve (12) semester hours and earning a grade point average of 3.70 or higher.
The Vice President's List recognizes students enrolled in a degree or professional certificate program carrying a minimum of twelve (12) semester hours and earning a grade point average of 3.3 to 3.69.
Commencement
A student’s Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) is used to determine honors at the completion of program requirements. The Designations are:
Cum Laude 3.30 - 3.59
Magna Cum Laude 3.60 - 3.89
Summa Cum Laude 3.90 - 4.00
During each commencement ceremony, the student with the highest cumulative grade point average in an associate degree program receives recognition as the class valedictorian. The student must complete at least 60 credits at Lakes Region Community College, exclusive of transfer credits and waivers.