Petition for Readmission Following Academic Dismissal
Petition For A Hearing To Request Readmission Following Academic Dismissal:
The Academic Standards Committee will attempt to identify the problems which lead to Academic Dismissal on the basis of student testimony, academic records, medical or psychological evaluations, learning and language ability, or any other documentation deemed appropriate by the Committee. The decision will be based on evidence, acceptable to the Committee that the problems, which lead to the dismissal, have been corrected and the overall likelihood of successful completion of the curriculum exists.
The plan developed to remove deficiencies may include, but is not limited to:
a) Readmission as a student on academic probation.
b) Courses to be taken outside of the University.
c) Medical or other professional treatment.
d) Courses designed to promote academic success.
e) Participation in mentor program.
Procedure for Requesting a Hearing
The student should write a letter to the Chair of the Academic Standards Committee by 7:00 am the morning of the hearing. The letter should state the type of hearing needed, relevant information concerning the situation, and a request for resolution. The Director of the Academic Success Center and University Counselor can help the student compose the letter, if requested. Based on the information in the letter, the Committee may grant the requested resolution without a formal hearing. If there is any question of denial, or if it appears to be an advantage of the student, a hearing will be scheduled.
Preparation for a Hearing
Prior to the hearing, it is recommended the student meet with the Director of the Academic Success Center and the University Counselor. The Director of the Academic Success Center and/or the University Counselor may fill the role of student advocate during the proceedings. The purpose of this meeting is to review the procedure, to inform the student of their rights, to learn the alternatives possible relevant to regulations and scheduled course offerings, and to investigate the possible consequences of choosing one or more particular alternatives.
The Hearing
The purpose of the hearing is to establish the facts, to identify the underlying problem and its causes, and within the policies of the program, to develop a plan of action suited to the individual student. The Committee will seek to determine if there is sufficient evidence that the required information was provided and that the problem can be resolved. Legal counsel or other guests may not accompany the student applicant. There should be a mutual effort on the part of the Committee and the student to determine the best plan of action consistent with the published guidelines. At any point, the Director of the Academic Success Center and or the University Counselor, acting as an advocate, may ask questions or provide information.
Hearing Procedure
The student will be introduced to the members of the Committee and a statement will be made as to the reason for the hearing.
Any portions of the academic record relevant to the purpose of the hearing will be read into the record. The student will be asked to verify that the record as read is valid to the best of their knowledge, and that they understand the actions that the Committee may take.
The student will present a request for the action desired of the Committee. The student will then present documentation or testimony to support this request. When appropriate, this documentation should identify extenuating circumstances, problems, or conditions, which are pertinent.
The Committee members may question the student or witnesses for purposes of clarification or amplification.
The student may request to pursue a particular course of action prior to returning to regular status and make any additional comments in a final statement.
The student will leave the hearing while the Board deliberates. If present, the Director of the Academic Success Center and or the University Counselor acting as an advocate will remain during the deliberation to ensure that all pertinent information is considered. Following the deliberations, the Chair of the Committee will inform the student, in writing, of the Committee’s decision and any and all conditions imposed. Copies will be sent to the Registrar for placement in the student’s file.
A summary of the Committee’s findings will be recorded with copies sent to the student and placed in the student's file. Complete records of the hearing shall be retained in the Committee’s files in the Registrar's office for a minimum of five years.
Appeals
Students may appeal to the Dean of the program only if they believe the hearing procedure outline has not been followed. Appeals must be made in writing to the Dean, on or before the tenth working day following notification of the decision by the Academic Standards Committee. The decision of the Dean is final.