It is the purpose of Mercer University to adhere to the rules and regulations, course offerings, and financial charges as announced in this handbook or in other College and University publications.  The University, nevertheless, hereby gives notice that it reserves the right to withdraw any subject, to change its rules affecting the admission and retention of students, or the granting of credit or degrees, or to alter its fees and other charges, whenever such changes are adjudged by it to be desirable or necessary.  Attendance at Mercer is a privilege which may be forfeited by anyone whose conduct is adjudged as not consistent with the traditions, policies, and regulations of the University.