Academic Approver Recommendation Procedures
All Academic Approver Recommendation forms are submitted to ISSA using ISSAlink. Once a student has completed a request form, the academic approver will receive an email from issa@nd.edu with instructions on how to complete a recommendation. If you need assistance, please email issa@nd.edu.
ISSAlink Services that Require an Academic Approver's Confirmation
- Program Extensions
- Reduced Course Load Requests
- Optional Practical Training
- Curricular Practical Training
- Academic Training (J-1 only)
Generally, the academic approver is confirming a student's eligibility for a benefit (like work authorization) or confirming the academic reason that a program extension or RCL is necessary.
If there is a specific individual within your department or program that should be assigned as the academic approver, please contact us at issa@nd.edu.