I
will develop a program with my faculty advisor. I will meet regularly
with my faculty advisor.
I
will make satisfactory progress in my research as determined by
my faculty advisor.
I
will maintain the equivalent to a full-time course of study as
determined by my faculty advisor.
I
will maintain a 3.0 G.P.A. Subject to the discretion of my advisor:
If
I fall below a 3.0 G.P.A. for one quarter, I understand that I
will be placed on probation.
If I fall below a 3.0 G.P.A. for two consecutive quarters I understand
that I will be ineligible to continue in the program until I raise
my G.P.A.
I
will attend CEA-CREST seminars (mandatory), and other meetings/events
when required.
I
will provide the Project Coordinator with information and materials
regarding achievements and activities, and current contact information,
while I am a participant of the program.
In
order to receive a full stipend at the prevailing rate, I understand
that I may not exceed more than an average of 10 hours per week
throughout the year of TA-ships or other employment. Employment
exceeding this time-base may result in a reduction or loss of
the CEA-CREST fellowship, if my faculty advisor and the program
director determine that it is hindering my progress towards a
degree. On a quarterly basis, I will report this information to
the CEA-CREST Project Coordinator.
If
I withdraw from the program, I will inform the CEA-CREST Program
Director of my decision in writing.
If
I withdraw or am dismissed from the program for any reason, including
unsatisfactory progress, I understand that as of the date of notification,
I will be entitled to either two weeks or a full month's stipend
at the discretion of my faculty advisor and the Program Director.
classified
standing - graduate students only
Maintaining
my fellowship is conditional upon obtaining classified standing
in my academic department no later than the end of the 10th week
following admission to the CEA-CREST program.
non-resident
students only
Based
on need and availability of funds, I may be eligible to receive
funds to cover the cost of nonresident fees, up to 10 units per
quarter, during the first three quarters of participation in the
program. (During the first quarter at CSULA nonresident students
are urged to meet with Marcia Knudson, Resident Specialist and
Admissions Evaluator to discuss their plans for reclassification
for the following year and/or refer to the CSULA 2005-2007 University
Catalog.
financial
aid students only
In
accepting the CEA-CREST award and in accordance with Federal and
State regulations, I understand that my financial aid need base
will be met and I will no longer be eligible for financial aid,
including loans. (For assistance in this matter students are urged
to meet with James Howard, Advisor, Center for Student Financial
Aid).
I
understand that if I do not fulfill each item listed above, I
may become ineligible to continue in the CEA-CREST program.
