Dr. Kiran C. Patel College of Osteopathic Medicine (KPCOM)—Department of Nutrition 2024–2025 256 Program Committees Admissions and Advisory Committee The Admissions and Advisory Committee serves to recommend the most qualified candidates for the program. In addition, it will contribute to the oversight of the ongoing trends in student performance and academic advising. This committee consists of faculty and staff members, as well as representatives from the admissions department. A faculty member chairs the committee. This committee reviews standards for admission to the program; reviews applications for admission; reviews student recruitment plans; and monitors the implementation of policies and procedures related to admissions and student recruitment. Committee recommendations are made to the program director. 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 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 Committee The Honors and Awards Committee serves on behalf of the department and its academic programs to evaluate and recommend the most qualified recipients for the special awards and designations given to students and faculty. A faculty member chairs the committee and is appointed by the department chair. This committee is comprised of up to three additional peer faculty and staff members, reviews criteria for recognition awards and academic honors, and oversees the process for announcements, recruitment, and recipient selection.
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