2021 - 2022 COM Student Handbook

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Department of Public Health 2021–2022 216 Program Committees Admissions Committee This committee consists of faculty members, an alumnus, and the admissions counselor. A faculty member chairs the committee. This committee reviews standards for admissions to the program; reviews applications for admissions; reviews student recruitment plans; and monitors the implementation of policies and procedures related to admissions and student recruitment. The Admissions Committee recommends the most qualified candidates for admission. Committee recommendations are made to the program director. Curriculum Committee This committee consists of faculty members, an alumnus, and students. A faculty member chairs the committee. The Curriculum Committee monitors the academic program; reviews course structure, content, and delivery; receives input from the Evaluations Committee; approves course syllabi; reviews the curriculum; and makes recommendations that contribute to the enhancement of the academic program and maintenance of high academic standards. Applications for transfer of credits into the Master of Public Health Program are also handled by the Curriculum Committee. Committee recommendations are made to the program director. Evaluations Committee This committee includes faculty members and students. A faculty member chairs the committee. The committee is responsible for developing and administering tools to monitor the outcomes of student learning and curriculum effectiveness. The results of this process and any subsequent recommendations are reported to the relevant committee for appropriate consideration and to the program director. Public Health Advisory Council Members are appointed by the program director, with input from faculty members and students. The council is composed of community representatives, distinguished leaders in the field of public health, representatives of the Public Health Student Association and the Public Health Alumni Association, and a faculty representative. The function of the Advisory Council is to advise the program relative to community needs—especially in the areas of education, research, and service—and on program development. The council may meet every year and/or at the request of the program director.