All students earning a degree at the University of Pikeville are responsible for and expected to be familiar with the academic policies and procedures outlined in this catalog. Each student is responsible for being informed of the academic regulations and requirements set forth in the University of Pikeville Catalog, including all changes approved by the faculty; official University of Pikeville policies and procedures set forth in the University of Pikeville Student Handbook; and other appropriate publications. Lack of knowledge of the policies of the institution does not excuse failure to meet the requirements or to comply with regulations contained in these publications.