Arkansas § 6-61-138 - Posthumous degrees.
Full text of Arkansas Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-61-138 — Posthumous degrees., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 6-61-138. Posthumous degrees.
Each institution of higher education is encouraged to establish a process for awarding a posthumous degree to a student who has died while enrolled in a degree program at the institution of higher education. A process established by an institution of higher education may include without limitation consideration of the student's: Level of completion in his or her degree program; Academic status; and Personal factors, such as circumstances of death. The institution of higher education or the parent of a student who died while enrolled in a degree program at an institution of higher education may initiate the process by requesting that a posthumous degree be awarded on the student's behalf.
Frequently Asked Questions About Arkansas § 6-61-138
What does Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-61-138 cover?
Section 6-61-138 ("Posthumous degrees.") is part of the Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated, the codified statutory law of Arkansas. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arkansas § 6-61-138?
A common citation format is "Arkansas Code of 1987 Annotated § 6-61-138" (Arkansas). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arkansas law?
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How does Arkansas § 6-61-138 apply to my situation?
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