The Daily Bulletin

At the February 18, 2025, meeting of the Buffalo State Senate, the Chair for the Standards for Students Committee, Holly Quicksey, presented a new DOPS Policy resolution for adoption. 

Whereas, the establishment of the Jumpstart continuing education credits aligns with the State University of New York (SUNY) system’s commitment to raising academic standards and easing the transition from high school to college; and 

Whereas, Buffalo State University is committed to expanding access to higher education by providing high school students with a consistent and equitable opportunities to engage in college-level coursework through dual enrollment and dual credit programs; and 

Whereas, the policy defines key elements such as Dual Credit, Dual Enrollment, Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), and teacher qualifications to maintain academic integrity and instructional quality in partnership with Buffalo State University; and 

Whereas, all courses offered through the dual enrollment/dual credit program will be recorded on students’ university transcripts in the same manner as other college courses, ensuring their applicability toward future degree completion; and 

Whereas, students enrolled in dual enrollment and dual credit courses will follow the universities established academic policies, including course grading, and assessment of student learning outcomes; and 

Whereas, the policy aligns with SUNY service area agreements and state regulations (8 NYCRR § 601.5) to ensure compliance with geographic and service area considerations;

Therefore, Be it Resolved, that the Buffalo State Senate recommends the Dual Enrollment/Dual Credit Policy as outlined, effective immediately upon approval, to enhance academic pathways for high school students while upholding the university’s academic integrity and compliance with SUNY regulations. 

I accept the recommendation from the Buffalo State Senate to adopt the DOPS for dual enrollment/dual credit for high school students. I charge the Provost to oversee the implementation of this amendment and to communicate it widely to the appropriate offices and individuals. I thank the Standards for Students Committee and Chair for their diligence in bringing forth this recommendation.