Pass With Flying Colors

the university, college, or school that one used to study at

She returned to her alma mater to give a guest lecture.

a former female student or pupil of a school, university, or college

The university honored Jane Doe as an exceptional alumna for her achievements in the field of engineering.

a person, particularly a male one, who is a former student of a college, university, or school

The university recognized John Smith as an outstanding alumnus for his contributions to the field of medicine.

a formal and academic conference or seminar

The university hosted a colloquium on environmental sustainability, featuring presentations from experts in the field.

relating to a college or its students

The collegiate atmosphere on campus was vibrant and energetic.

the initiation of something, often events or processes

The commencement of the new semester brought fresh challenges and opportunities.

to give an official degree, title, right, etc. to someone

The university will confer degrees upon the graduating students during the commencement ceremony.

the act of convoking

(in the US) with the third highest level of distinction achievable by a student

She graduated cum laude from the university, reflecting her hard work.

relating to the topics that a course of study in a school or college consists of

She focused on improving the curricular materials for the history course.

(in the US) with the second highest level of distinction achievable by a student

She graduated magna cum laude from the university.

(in the US) with the highest level of distinction achievable by a student

She graduated summa cum laude from the university.

the quality of being inadequate, often suggesting a deficiency or fault in performance or capability

The tendency of the product to malfunction after prolonged use was a significant demerit.

related to a specific branch of knowledge or academic field

She completed a disciplinary study in the field of cognitive psychology.

a long piece of writing on a particular subject that a university student presents in order to get an advanced degree

She spent months researching for her dissertation on climate change.

a course or subject chosen by a student from a range of options

She decided to take a photography elective to explore her interest in visual arts.

the act of expelling or forcing someone to leave a particular place, especially a school

The student faced expulsion after violating the school's code of conduct.

a commodity that enters competition with established merchandise

a natural talent, ability, or quality possessed by a person

Her musical endowment was evident from a young age.

an official certificate in the US that people who did not complete high school can obtain by taking some classes and successfully passing a test, which is the equivalent of the actual high school diploma

He earned his General Equivalency Diploma after dropping out of high school.

a type of school that typically provides education for young children in the first six or eight grades

She attended a local grammar school before moving to high school.

a person, typically a man, who is in charge of a school

The headmaster addressed the students during the assembly.

involving or combining multiple academic disciplines or fields of study

The research project was interdisciplinary, drawing on expertise from fields such as biology, chemistry, and engineering.

to monitor, especially during an examination, to ensure that rules are followed and cheating is prevented

The teacher was assigned to invigilate the final exams to ensure a fair testing environment.

a group of eight private institutions of higher education in the United States known for their academic excellence, selective admissions policies, and competitive sports programs

She was thrilled to be accepted into an Ivy League.

the capability to read and write

The school’s new program focuses on enhancing early childhood literacy.

(the United States) a public school that is designed to offer specialized programs beyond the standard curriculum; typically located in a large city

She applied to a magnet school known for its excellent arts program.

to officially enroll or register as a student at a school, college, or university

She plans to matriculate at Harvard University in the fall.

a descriptive catalog or booklet providing information about the courses, programs, and other offerings available at a college or university

She reviewed the prospectus carefully before deciding on her major.

associated with schools, education, or the academic environment

Her scholastic interests include mathematics and literature.

a student at a high school or university in their second year of education

As a sophomore, I am taking more advanced classes in my major.

a social club for female students in a university or college, especially in the US and Canada

Joining a sorority can provide students with opportunities for leadership, friendship, and community service.

to temporarily put on hold a process or habit

The company decided to suspend production temporarily due to a supply chain issue.

a pause from doing something (as work)

(Britain) an educational institution that offers courses and programs for individuals aged 16 and above; typically providing further education beyond secondary school or high school

The tertiary college offers evening classes for those who work during the day.

involving the necessary knowledge or skills for a certain occupation

Vocational training programs offer hands-on experience in various trades.

a period or condition of holding a position

After years of research and teaching, she finally achieved tenure as a professor at the university.

a document that outlines the topics, assignments, and expectations for a course

The syllabus for the English Literature course includes readings from classic novels, poetry, and drama.

hardworking, committed, and deeply engaged in the pursuit of a particular goal or objective

She kept a studious focus during the lecture.