2021 - 2022 COM Student Handbook

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Disaster and Emergency Management Program 2021–2022 245 Academic Services Administration/Faculty Office Hours The KPCOM 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 during office hours, as stated in the syllabi, by email, and/or by appointment. Disaster and Emergency Management Program Office Any inquiries or concerns regarding the Disaster and Emergency Management Program and its curriculum may be directed through the Disaster and Emergency Management Program office (Terry Building, third floor, ext. 24319) or via email to the student’s assigned academic adviser or the program director. Students must access the program web page ( osteopathic.nova.edu/msdem ) and the student’s NSU email regularly for current information on the program, including the schedule and announcements. Academic Advising The goal of the academic adviser is to provide students with assistance to enable them to work toward obtaining the most from their educational experiences. The role of the academic adviser 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 schedule of coursework • assist the student in identifying research areas to pursue during his or her course of graduate study The program director supervises the assignment of academic advisers. Students wishing to switch academic advisers during the academic year may do so by contacting the program office. The student- academic adviser relationship is essential in ensuring the professional development of the student. This relationship can contribute significantly to greater understanding of disaster and emergency preparedness and to the performance expectations of students of the Disaster and Emergency Management Program. The academic adviser serves 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 disaster and emergency preparedness, recommending research activities and other exercises, and encouraging the student to attend and participate in all-hazards preparedness conferences