Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Osteopathic Medicine Program 2024–2025 186 Appeals Board The purpose of this board is to hear student appeals of any disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal from the college. Continuing Education and Faculty Development Committee The purpose of this committee is to recommend to the dean programs for continuing education and development of faculty members and practicing physicians. Dean’s Council The purpose of the council is to review academic and procedural policies and advise the dean on all activities affecting the college and its academic programs. Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee The purpose of the committee is to provide educational programs, presentations, and avenues to address issues such as racism, sexism, religious discrimination, and media injustice. The committee will oversee strategic working groups that will evaluate and make recommendations to the dean on ways to address major concerns affecting minorities, marginalized individuals, and communities that have suffered discrimination. The committee members will collaborate with other groups and committees within the KPCOM and at NSU to find ways to ensure that culture competency, as well as diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are effectively integrated into the curriculum and culture of the KPCOM and the greater NSU community. Faculty Council The purpose of the council is to assess the college’s progress toward meeting its mission and provide a forum for faculty members to exchange ideas and information. The chair of the council, or the chair’s designee, submits recommendations from the council to the dean. Faculty Interview Committee The purpose of the committee is to interview candidates for faculty positions in the Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine and to make recommendations to the dean. Faculty Credentials Committee The purpose of the committee is to review and authenticate the credentials of all full-time, part-time, and clinical faculty members and recommend to the dean appointments to the faculty and initial rank.
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