Students

As you are aware, PTS is tentatively working toward having an “in-person” commencement on September 25-26. This communique is to keep you informed of current developments and possible changes as we start preparing for the Commencement in September of this year. Please know that we will continue to update, and share, the information in the coming days, leading up to the Commencement.

Please see below the progress we have made so far on specific areas:

Transcripts - For Spring graduates, your transcript is now updated with the graduation date. Transcripts will now show that your degree has been awarded. If you do not see a graduation date posted, please contact the Registrar’s Office for more information: registrar@ptseminary.edu.

Diplomas - We are currently waiting on our supplier to deliver the diplomas to PTS. Once all diplomas have been received, they will need to be signed before being mailed out to you. Diplomas will be mailed to you by priority mail through the U.S. Post Office. Please email registrar@ptseminary.edu and provide the postal address you would like for us to use. For accuracy, please type the address just as it should appear on the label.

Regalia (Caps & Gowns) -

PTS Masters - Master’s regalia will be mailed with your diploma. It will be your responsibility to bring all pieces with you when you participate in the September ceremonies.

PTS DMIN - Doctoral regalia will be provided to you, pressed and ready to wear at commencement in September.

PTS Certificate - Your cap and gown will be mailed to you along with your certificate. Be sure you bring this with you when you come in September for Commencement.

CLS Certificate - The Center for Latino Studies will provide your cap and gown to you, along with your certificate. Then, bring your cap and gown to the September event.

Portraits - For those who plan to attend the September Commencement exercises, there will be a sign-up form to schedule a designated time for taking individual pictures. A detailed information will be forthcoming as we get closer to the date of the Commencement.

*Note*

If you are planning to attend graduation this September, please RSVP to wwriston@ptseminary.edu.

We would also like for you to indicate how many will be attending with you.

Thank you.

As you are aware, PTS is tentatively working toward having an “in-person” commencement on September 25-26. This communique is to keep you informed of current developments and possible changes as we start preparing for the Commencement in September of this year. Please know that we will continue to update, and share, the information in the coming days, leading up to the Commencement.

Please see below the progress we have made so far on specific areas:

Transcripts - For Spring graduates, your transcript is now updated with the graduation date. Transcripts will now show that your degree has been awarded. If you do not see a graduation date posted, please contact the Registrar’s Office for more information: registrar@ptseminary.edu.

Diplomas - We are currently waiting on our supplier to deliver the diplomas to PTS. Once all diplomas have been received, they will need to be signed before being mailed out to you. Diplomas will be mailed to you by priority mail through the U.S. Post Office. Please email registrar@ptseminary.edu and provide the postal address you would like for us to use. For accuracy, please type the address just as it should appear on the label.

Regalia (Caps & Gowns) -

PTS Masters - Master’s regalia will be mailed with your diploma. It will be your responsibility to bring all pieces with you when you participate in the September ceremonies.

PTS DMIN - Doctoral regalia will be provided to you, pressed and ready to wear at commencement in September.

PTS Certificate - Your cap and gown will be mailed to you along with your certificate. Be sure you bring this with you when you come in September for Commencement.

CLS Certificate - The Center for Latino Studies will provide your cap and gown to you, along with your certificate. Then, bring your cap and gown to the September event.

Portraits - For those who plan to attend the September Commencement exercises, there will be a sign-up form to schedule a designated time for taking individual pictures. A detailed information will be forthcoming as we get closer to the date of the Commencement.

*Note*

If you are planning to attend graduation this September, please RSVP to wwriston@ptseminary.edu.

We would also like for you to indicate how many will be attending with you.

Thank you.

PRACTICUM AND INTERNSHIP POLICY ACCOMMODATIONS IN RESPONSE to the CORONAVIRUS PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY

The approved modifications will allow students to meet clinical requirements while maintaining the integrity of the programs. The policy modifications apply to the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MACMHC) and the Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC). The policy modifications reflect the intent of CACREP standards and CACREP’S recommendations for supporting students during the pandemic crisis. Students who are enrolled in internship, practicum or supervised supervision courses must contact the Clinical Coordinator to obtain further information. Send your inquiry to Dr. Philicia Jefferson at pjefferson@ptseminary.edu.

PRACTICUM AND INTERNSHIP POLICY ACCOMMODATIONS IN RESPONSE to the CORONAVIRUS PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY

The approved modifications will allow students to meet clinical requirements while maintaining the integrity of the programs. The policy modifications apply to the Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MACMHC) and the Master of Arts in Counseling (MAC). The policy modifications reflect the intent of CACREP standards and CACREP’S recommendations for supporting students during the pandemic crisis. Students who are enrolled in internship, practicum or supervised supervision courses must contact the Clinical Coordinator to obtain further information. Send your inquiry to Dr. Philicia Jefferson at pjefferson@ptseminary.edu.

As Dr. Baker communicated in email on March 13, all residential students are to attend their classes synchronously until further instructions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Faculty and staff are working off-site temporarily but are available to continue to serve students. Student information covered by FERPA and HIPAA is being protected with the same diligence that has always been exhibited.

Dr. David Han, Vice President for Academics/Dean of Faculty, makes the following announcements in regard to academic disruptions caused by the pandemic.

1. Faculty have been given an extension of two weeks to submit grades for the Spring 2020 semester.

2. Students may file an incomplete if circumstances caused by COVID-19 made it impossible to complete assignments on time. Students should consult their instructor to discuss their personal situation. If the assignment can be completed within one to two weeks, the instructor has the freedom not to require the filing of an incomplete. If an incomplete is filed, a fee will not be charged to the student.

3. The Faculty Council discussed, and agreed, in their recent meeting to allow students to consult with instructors to review alternate course assignments when library resources to complete assignments have not been available.

Federal loan processing has not been negatively impacted by any changes made to laws related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Financial Aid Office is still processing financial aid via email as usual. Financial aid staff members remain available via email with any questions, concerns or document submittals for the 2020-21 year or the current year.

Be sure to apply for the Summer Scholarship which covers 50% of your second course when enrolled 6 hours during the Summer 2020 Term (June and July).

Also, note that federal loan processing (for federally eligible students) will be disbursed in July for the Summer Term as normal.

The deadline for submittal of financial aid paperwork for next year is April 30, 2020. Submit your financial aid paperwork by that date to ensure you receive the necessary funding for Summer 2020 and the 2020/2021 Academic Year.

The Financial Aid Office will communicate updated information via email, so check your Seminary email regularly. The “Steps to Apply” for Summer 2020 and Fall 2020 semesters were recently emailed to all students.

You can contact the Financial Aid Office via email at finaid@ptseminary.edu.

The William G. Squires Library personnel are available to assist students and faculty, just in a different format. Due to the safety of patrons and staff, the library will offer access by appointment only. Follow this link for more information about online research assistance options and the form to request building access: http://leeuniversity.libguides.com/covid19.