Registrar's Office

Transcript Requests

Change of Contact Information form (Current Students)

Change of Contact Information form (Alumni)

Change of Name Form

Release of Information

The registrar's office maintains students' official personal information, files and records, and is responsible for their custody, release, and alteration, in accordance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA), also known as the Buckley Amendment.

The staff in the Registrar's Office is available to assist and provide you with administrative support. Contact information for staff members and a brief description of their responsibilities are outlined for your reference below:

Reginald Garcon, M.Ed.

Associate Vice-President for Student Services & Registrar

Ext 6620; email:

  • Provides the leadership, oversight and supervision of the Student Services operation, which includes the Registrar’s Office and all aspects of student life
  • Creates student programming that contributes to an environment that fosters social, educational, community and personal growth
  • Supports and upholds the mission, vision, values and traditions of Tai Sophia Institute as well as a commitment to higher education
  • Certifies registration for students applying for Veterans’ Benefits
  • Offers exit interviews for all students
  • Coordinates SEVIS activity for students on F-1 Visas
  • Ensures privacy and confidentiality of student records is protected in accordance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA)
  • Promotes an atmosphere of trust, confidentiality and support

Sauncha Guy

Assistant Registrar
Ext. 6659;
email:

  • Maintains the Student Information System and updates contact information
  • Accepts and processes requests for unofficial or official transcripts
  • Processes enrollment verification letters and deferments
  • Collects official documentation of health requirements
  • Maintains student records
  • Prepares and sends academic transcripts
  • Processes enrollment verifications for deferments, etc.
  • Orders diplomas 
  • Conducts completions reviews with students nearing graduation (please allow two weeks advance time when requesting an appointment) to ensure all requirements have been fulfilled

Academic & Student Affairs Advisors

The Deans of Students often serve as the first point of contact for current students who have academic or personal questions and concerns. At the student’s request, the Dean is in a position to make recommendations and suggestions on a direction or course of action to help the student navigate a path to success in the program or to address a personal concern. Subject matter covered in coaching and advising sessions includes, but is not limited to:

Sara Comeau

Academic & Student Affairs Advisor
Ext. 6692; email:  
Office Hours: Monday - Friday

 

Peggy Alexander

Academic & Student Affairs Advisor
Ext. 6693; email:  
Office Hours: Monday - Wednesday

Subject matter covered in coaching and advising sessions includes, but is not limited to:

  • Cultivating a healing presence
  • Being a learner and recognizing learning edges
  • Taking effective action
  • Tracking academic progress
  • Operating within a community
  • Understanding Institute policies and procedures
  • Obtaining referrals for disability and learning services outside of the Institute



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