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Lamar State College Port Arthur 2016-2017 Catalog Revised 9-13-16 John C. Huval Memorial Award The John C. Huval Memorial Award for Academic Excellence is awarded to the graduate who meets the following criteria: The Sydalise Fredeman Award is presented to the graduate with the highest grade point average receiving an Associate of Applied Science Degree and to the graduate with the highest GPA receiving a Level II certificate in a technical program requiring 30 or more credit hours other than an Allied Health program. 1. Graduate with an Academic Associate Degree. 2. Earn the highest grade point average from among the eligible students. 3. Earn a Cumulative Grade Point Average of 3.8 or higher. 4. Graduate summa cum laude. In the event of a tie, the award will be divided equally among eligible graduates. The award includes a monetary award and a commemorative certificate. If no graduate meets the requirements, the award will not be given. H.S. Anderson Award The H.S. Anderson Award, which was inaugurated in 1982, is presented to the Allied Health graduate with the highest grade point average. Student Services Dean: Dr. Deborrah Hebert Office: Student Center, Room 301B Address: 1500 Procter Street, Port Arthur, TX 77641 Phone: (409) 984-6156 Email: hebertda@lamarpa.edu room and the offices of Student Activities and Student Government. Student Services provides services and programs that enhance the general education and development of students, enrich the quality of student life and support the teaching, and service mission of the College. The Student Services office provides admission advising, admission and records, financial aid, recruiting, registration, security student activities, and student organizations. Student Center The Student Center is the center for student services, organizations and activities. The first floor includes Campus Security, the Information Desk, dining and lounging areas and the Snack Bar. The second floor has meeting rooms, classroom, reading/listening area, TV lounge, game The third floor houses Admissions, Advising, Financial Aid, Records, Registrar and the Dean for Student Services. The 4th floor has faculty offices, a faculty/staff workroom and a reception area with a panoramic view of Pleasure Island, the SabineNeches Waterway and Sabine Lake. Academic Advising Academic advising is a shared responsibility between academic advisors and the faculty. First time in college students should meet with Academic Advisors located on the third floor of the Student Center. Returning students should meet with a faculty advisor. Advisors assist students in their admission to the College and answer questions about residency, and registration for the Texas Success Initiative. Advisors also counsel students about dropping courses and withdrawing from school. They also help with the selection of courses, completion of schedules and registering for class. Page 47 of 135