2021 - 2022 COM Student Handbook

Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Department of Nutrition 2021–2022 324 Curriculum Committee Faculty members work with active student input in the committee to shape the academic program. This committee, chaired by a core faculty member, reviews course structure, content, and delivery; receives input from course evaluations; approves course syllabi; reviews the curricula; and makes recommendations that contribute to the enhancement of the academic program and maintenance of high academic standards. Committee recommendations are made to the program director. Program Advisory Board Members of this committee are appointed by the program director to advise the program relative to the needs to the community. The Advisory Board is comprised of community leaders and practicing professionals who serve as advocates for the program. The board exists to assist the faculty, staff, and students of NSU in ensuring an optimal educational experience. The board serves a consultative role to provide strategic direction, partnerships, and networking to resources and to enhance the program’s ability to deliver its goals and objectives. The board meets twice a year and at the request of the program director. Honors and Awards Chancellor’s Award Presented to a graduating student who best exemplifies the characteristics of a nutrition professional through a combination of scholarship, leadership, integrity, humanity, and loyalty to the profession. (Disclaimer: Programs with ten or more graduates within an academic year are eligible for this award.) Dean’s Award Awarded to graduate students demonstrating high scholastic achievement, as well as leadership within their academic program, the profession, or within the community. Golden Apple Award Presented by the graduating class to the faculty or staff member deemed most outstanding by the graduating class.