2021 - 2022 COM Student Handbook

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Disaster and Emergency Management Program 2021–2022 252 19. Withdrawal from Program A student enrolled in the Disaster and Emergency Management Program may voluntarily withdraw and surrender all rights and privileges as a student enrolled in the program. The student must notify the program office, in writing, of his or her intent to withdraw. 20. Readmission To be considered for readmission after dismissal from the Disaster and Emergency Management Program, the student must appear before the Graduate Student Progress and Advising Committee (SPAC). The candidate must provide adequate evidence that the conditions and/or factors that caused the prior dismissal have changed. Only courses taken within six years of the new graduation date will be accepted towards the degree. The SPAC committee will review the case and make recommendations to the dean for the final decision. 21. Academic Progress The academic progress of each student enrolled in the Disaster and Emergency Management program is based on continuous satisfactory academic performance. It is also contingent on the student’s adherence to the policies and procedures of the Disaster and Emergency Management program, KPCOM, HPD, and NSU governing his or her professional conduct and other responsibilities as outlined in this handbook. A student who experiences academic difficulty has the responsibility to contact his or her course director, academic adviser, and/or program director promptly. Such matters may be further addressed by the SPAC and may include a meeting with the student. Please review the university policy on Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) found at nova.edu/financialaid/eligibility/ satisfactory-academic-progress.html . 22. Student Progress and Advising Committee (SPAC) The Student Progress and Advising Committee (SPAC) reviews the progress of all students, including those referred with behavior issues or academic deficiencies, and makes recommendations to the dean of the KPCOM. The associate dean of Undergraduate, Graduate, and Community Education shall review the SPAC’s recommendation and make a recommendation to the dean. The student shall then be notified of the dean’s decision through written communication. The decision of the dean is final. In cases of decisions on dismissal or disciplinary actions, the student may appeal to the college’s Appeals Board. (See the Appeals Board section in this handbook.) 23. Student Support Services Students in good standing have full access to all amenities and services from NSU and the program. This includes health services, counseling, tutoring, testing, and financial aid resources. Please refer to the HPD Student Handbook for more details. The college also offers program-specific support such as academic advising, professional mentoring, instructional support, and other assistance.