2021 - 2022 COM Student Handbook

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Department of Public Health 2021–2022 195 Professional Accreditations The Master of Public Health Program is professionally accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health ( ceph.org ) . The Bachelor of Science in Public Health Program is fully accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges ( sacscoc.org ) . Academic Services Administration/Faculty Office Hours The Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine administration endorses an open-door policy and encourages students to meet with the appropriate administrator either by walk-in, if available, or by appointment. Faculty members will be available by office hours as stated in the syllabus, by email, and/or by appointment. Public Health Program Office Any inquiries or concerns regarding the Department of Public Health and its curriculum may be directed through the Department of Public Health Office (Terry Building, fifth floor, ext. 21614 or 21613) or via email to the student’s assigned academic adviser or the program director. Students must access the program web page ( nova.edu/ph ) and the student’s NSU email regularly for current information on the program, including the schedule and announcements. Academic Advising The role of the Department of Public Health faculty members is to • provide the student with guidance, direction, and encouragement • monitor the overall progress of the student • direct the student to appropriate college or university resources • assist in planning a coursework schedule • assist the student in identifying research areas to pursue during his or her coursework of study Department of Public Health faculty members serve as a source of information and assistance on a wide range of issues, including enhancing the student’s interests in pursuing academic and professional opportunities in public health; recommending research topics and public health projects; and encouraging