Based on a disagreement with a friend...

[lightningxsnow]

Should colleges email or otherwise directly contact students to remind them of the last day they can drop a course without penalty? Or is having it on an easy-to-find section of the website adequate?

Comments

[a_pawson]

I'm on the making information easy to find side of the argument. Students have to take some responsibility for their studies instead of expecting everything to be spoon-fed to them.

[no_touching]

This. If you think it's a possibility that you may drop out, it is up to you to do your research.

[fuckmuffin]

I think students should be responsible for that. They are adults, after all. It's time for them to start taking things into their own hands.

At my college, withdraw dates are always listed in the syllabus, we are reminded in class when the date is approaching, and an e-mail reminder is sent in the daily newsletter that is sent to all students.

[anthylorrel]

I think an easy to find section of the website should be enough. Anyone wishing to drop a class would have tried to seek the information out, not wait to be reminded to do it.

[fortytwostars]

I'm a strong supporter of college-aged people taking the reigns and being responsible for their own calendars and actions, including being aware of important deadlines like add/drop dates.