Office of the Dean of Studies & Student Life

At Sarah Lawrence College, the Office of the Dean of Studies & Student Life:

• Oversees the academic programs and progress of students
• Assists faculty in advising and guiding students toward completion of their degrees
• Establishes and publicizes standards for all students
• Supports First Year Studies teachers and their donning
• Conducts an annual review of the Student Handbook
• Meets regularly with staff from other student-centered departments
• Works with the faculty-student Committee on Student Work

The Committee on Student Work reviews each student's academic progress at the end of every semester; sets and evaluate academic policies and procedures; hears student appeals for exceptions to academic policy; reviews student plans for leaves of absence and off-campus study programs; and screens candidates for postgraduate scholarships and fellowships.