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INTRODUCTION
The Forensic Science Student Handbook has been created as a reference for students enrolled in the Utah Valley University Forensic Science Investigation or Laboratory Program (“FSI Program”, “FSL Program”', or “FS Program”) and others seeking information about the program. These policies and procedures apply to all Forensic Science students. This handbook also serves to demonstrate Utah Valley University’s (UVU) compliance with the accreditation standards established by the Forensic Science Education Programs Accreditation Commission (FEPAC).
This handbook provides an overview of all aspects of the program. It contains policies and procedures for academic and professional standards, and progress throughout the program. It also contains university wide policies and information about resources available through UVU. This handbook was designed to supplement existing university policies and procedures that relate to the program. All students are strongly encouraged to become familiar with this handbook, other program policies, and applicable university policies.
It is the responsibility of the student to be cognizant and abide by the rules, regulations, and policies described in this handbook. Any questions or concerns should be directed to the program director. When the handbook does not cover a specific circumstance or the interpretation is not clear, the program director will make necessary decisions or interpretations.
Students are expected to remain current on all policies and procedures of the university and those specific to the program throughout their enrollment in the program. This handbook will be reviewed during orientation. At orientation, the student will sign an acknowledgement form which states that the student agrees to follow program and university policies and procedures throughout their enrollment. Students will be given ample time to review this handbook prior to signing the acknowledgement form (see Appendix…)
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UVU MISSIONS AND VALUES
FEPAC Standard 3.2
Utah Valley University is an integrated university and community college that educates every student for success in work and life through excellence in engaged teaching, services, and scholarship.
UVU's culture supports our mission of student success. Student success encompasses both terminal degrees and the holistic education of students, and we believe that we can fulfill this mission best in an environment that allows all individuals to thrive personally and professionally. To this end, UVU operates in accordance with three core values: exceptional care, exceptional accountability, and exceptional results.
UVU ESSENTIAL STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES
The Essential Learning Outcomes (ELOs) are a comprehensive set of learning goals that are fostered and developed across a student's entire educational experience. They reflect the knowledge, skills, and competencies needed to meet the challenges of an ever-changing and complex world. The ELOs prepare students for future employment, life, and citizenship. With the achievement of these outcomes, UVU graduates will possess breadth and depth of knowledge, highly developed intellectual and practical skills, commitment to personal and social responsibility, awareness of the interdependence of communities, and the ability to synthesize and apply their learning to solve complex real-world problems.
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PROGRAM MISSION
The mission of Utah Valley University Forensic Science academic program is to provide an engaged, multidisciplinary, exceptional forensic science education, which includes scientific research, ethical practices, and real-world experiences, upholding truth and justice within the criminal justice system.
Program Goals (3.2)
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Accreditation
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FORENSIC LABRATORY DESCRIPTION
The Forensic Laboratory emphasis provides students with a comprehensive science- based undergraduate education, which enables students to enter into a forensic science career. Students learn the necessary technical and theoretical knowledge, skills, and abilities of modern forensic techniques. By employing the theoretical and practical principles of chemistry, biology, physics, and mathematics, students will perform forensic science work commonly conducted within a crime laboratory. Science-based study and application of these principles expose students to a stimulating academic environment conducive to scholarly inquiry. Students gain the knowledge and ability for research-based projects and for potential improvement of the forensic community. Throughout this program, students develop and employ effective written and oral communication skills required of forensic experts, as well as demonstrate work ethic, professional demeanor, reliability, and proper interpersonal skills.
Program Learning Outcomes
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FORENSIC INVESTIGATION DESCRIPTION
The Forensic Investigation emphasis provides an interdisciplinary program that prepares students for public, state, and federal careers with needed forensic investigation subject matter expertise and analytical skills. Students are exposed to the wide variety of critically important forensic investigation techniques, which are currently practiced by various forensic service providers and law enforcement agencies today. Students learn techniques such as the identification and proper collection of evidence found at crime scenes, accurate crime scene documentation skills, forensic photography, death investigations, fingerprint processing/examinations, impression evidence/examination, bloodstain pattern analysis, crime scene reconstruction, firearms and tool mark evidence/examination. Students acquire skills such as critical thinking, writing, expert testimony, and analysis techniques specifically tailored for forensic investigation fieldwork. This emphasis provides students with the overall professional skills, work ethic, and demeanor required of forensic investigators.
Program Learning Outcomes
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CONTACTS AND FACULTY INFORMATION
Faculty: |
Email: |
Phone: |
Amie Houghton Angela Peterson Travis Ashdown Derek Mears Bonnie Wilder-Estes Bryan Holden Danny Maynard Carl Hollan Robyn Ostby |
801-863-5797 801-863-7230 801-863-7230 801-863-7230 801-863-7230 801-863-7230 801-863-7230 801-863-7230 801-863-7230 |
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PROGRAM ADVISORS
The program’s principal faculty and staff are committed to providing support and assistance to every student. The following UVU FS Program policies have been formulated to ensure the continuance of this commitment.
Each student is assigned a faculty advisor for the duration of his/her tenure in the program. Students will meet with their advisor at least once a semester for academic and professional advisement. This ensures that all students have continuity and equal access to an advisor. Faculty advisors serve as valuable resources for answering professional questions and providing counseling and advisement.
The role of the faculty advisor is to:
Faculty advisors are also able to provide students with appropriate referrals and resources within the wider UVU community (e.g., psychological counseling and financial aid). Should students need a referral to counseling or services for personal needs on or off campus, these referrals can be made by the faculty advisor, Student Progress Committee (SPC) or by the student as a self-referral.
Should students feel they need advisement on a referral for personal needs, faculty advisors are available during weekly scheduled office hours, by appointment, or upon request. It is imperative that students keep their advisor apprised of any situation that may jeopardize their successful academic or professional progression in the program, so the faculty advisor can help render assistance as soon as possible. The faculty advisors are committed to your success in the program and will help you find the resources you need to be successful.
Wendy Farnsworth |
801-863-7748 |
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INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
UVU’s Forensic Science program provides students with valuable internship opportunities with local, state and federal agencies within the state of Utah. Our students have interned with Utah County Sheriff’s Office, Utah Department of Public Safety Crime Laboratory, Salt Lake Police Department, Utah Office of the Medical Examiner among many others.
Internships provide an avenue for students to gain knowledge, skills and experience in a real-world environment and from within their field of study. Students form invaluable relationships within the field and gain access to career resources for furthering their employment in forensics.
Students must coordinate with the internship office to receive credit
Forensic Capstone (3.3.2.a, 4.1c)
Student Services (3.4, 3.7) – library, computer center, etc.)
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STUDENT RESOURCES
UVU Fulton Library
The UVU Fulton Library provides all PA students with initial “one-stop-shopping” for articles/books/videos relating to FS research, and provides access to online journals, textbooks, and medical search engines. UVU Fulton Library offers access to a vast collection of academic textbook titles, eBook titles appropriate for FS students, streamed medical education videos, periodical databases, peer-reviewed journal titles, full text for many of the CINAHL journals, PubMed, Science Direct Journals, Cochrane Library collection, Web of Science, PsycInfo, PsycARTICLES, JSTOR, Oxford Reference Online, Alt-Health Watch, and many more resources that come highly recommended for PA students and faculty. (NEED TO CHANGE?)
Collections housed in R areas of the Library of Congress classification system include PA subject areas such as general medicine, public aspects of medicine, pathology, epidemiology, pediatrics, gynecology, diseases, pharmacology and so forth. The library specialist assigned to health sciences will work with the PA department to augment the current collection as needed.
All library users have direct access to the ILLiad interlibrary loan system. Most items are delivered electronically, via email. If there is demand for returnable ILL items (i.e., books) at the remote site, UVU will investigate establishing an ILL courier service to serve the site.
The library’s home page serves as the gateway to information resources and services. Internet access provides students and faculty at off-campus and remote sites immediate, transparent access to all the library’s electronic materials. See the Fulton Library home page here.
Campus librarians are available to support students and faculty by both face-to-face and virtual consultations. The library reference desk can be accessed, through popular instant-messaging programs, text messages by phone or through the campus communications G-mail based platforms, via e-mail, or in person. Students and staff may also make individual face-to-face or telephone appointments with subject specialists for more in-depth assistance with their research.
A specific subject-area specialist will be assigned to the FSprogram. This librarian will serve as the primary library contact for PA students and faculty members, and will support culminating experience projects, capstones and other in-depth research projects.
For current information about library hours, including reference service hours, please see library services here. Students will have electronic access to all digital library information resources.
THE OFFICIAL STORE OF UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY
The Official Store Of Utah Valley University is located on the UVU main campus in SC 102. Book store hours: M-TH 7:30 am - 6 pm, F 7:30 - 5 pm, SAT 9 am - 1 pm, and is CLOSED DURING ALL CAMPUS HOLIDAYS. For information, students can access the Official Store of Utah Valley University here.
Students can purchase textbooks via UVU Online Bookstore and have the option to ship their textbooks to either their home or to a designated on-campus location. Textbooks are not available at the UVU bookstore.
PARKING
All vehicles parked on campus require a parking permit
see UVU Parking Services webpage
We anticipate significant parking and traffic congestion at the beginning of each semester. Here are some suggestions that may help to lessen the impact of parking issues:
Contact the Parking Office at 801-863-8188, if you have any questions.
FINANCIAL AID
Students are responsible for obtaining their own financial aid. The program is not involved in the process of granting financial aid except to respond to requests from lending institutions for specific documentation such as student enrollment, academic schedule, and expected date of graduation.
The Financial Aid Office is located on the UVU main campus. The Financial Aid Office is responsible for assessing student eligibility for financial aid. The staff is also available to counsel students on the most appropriate and available resources to meet individual needs. The Financial Aid Office manages and distributes a limited number of scholarships for eligible students. Financial aid is granted based on both federal and university guidelines.
Students requiring financial assistance are encouraged to seek loan counseling and assistance in debt management before making any financial decisions. Since the application process is lengthy and often complex, it is suggested that students apply early for FAFSA and financial aid each year. Students can find additional information about financial aid on the UVU Financial Aid website.
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UVU STUDENT HEALTH AND WELLNESS SERVICES
All FS students are eligible to receive basic health services through UVU’s Student Health Services which offers traditional medical services, mental health services, learning disability assessment, psychiatric services, and suicide awareness and prevention. Students have access to Student Health Services on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 8am - 7pm and Tuesday, Friday from 8am - 5pm. Please see the Student Health Services website here.
As a division of the student health center, the crisis center offers services to help students deal with urgent mental health issues and other issues surrounding mental health. If a student is in crisis, that student can call for an appointment at UVU Student Health Services (801-863-8876, M-F 8am-5pm), and notify the person answering the phone that this is an emergency for priority scheduling.
Other resources available for any student in crisis mode:
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FORENSIC EMPLOYMENT RESOURCES
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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Call one of the following:
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Example Tile Title
Facebook @UVU Forensic Science
Instagram @uvuforensicscience
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STUDENT CLUB AND HONORS SOCIETY
The Delta Delta Epsilon, Alpha Mu Chapter allows Forensic Science students at Utah Valley University a chance to become part of a national honor society. The Alpha Mu chapter promotes the recognition and encouragement of excellence in scholarship in the Forensic Sciences. As part of the national honor society, you will promote and encourage intellectual development, push for high achievement, promote leadership, create student and faculty dialogue, enrich your educational environment and promote attitudes of professional responsibility for the public good. Being a member of a national honor society will fuel students to continue to better the Forensic Science Fields and those who seek employment in those fields.
Requirements:
For application to DDE – please complete the membership form and email it to amie.houghton@uvu.edu
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FORENSIC PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS AND STUDENT MEMBERSHIP
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ACADEMIC RESOURCES AND CALENDARS
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TECHNICAL STANDARDS
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CURRICULUM VITAE
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REGISTRATION AND TUITION
Registration for classes is completed online through the student’s myUVU page. Registration notifications are sent electronically to student’s UVU email account. Registration instructions are available online at https://www.uvu.edu/registration/
All tuition and fees are payable to the university’s cashier's/bursar's office at the time of registration. Payment instructions are available online at https://www.uvu.edu/cashier/
Checks for more than the total tuition and fees due will not be accepted. Payment should be submitted by the specified per session due dates. Late fees may be applied to late registration and/or late payments. If payment is not received by the due date, students are automatically removed from course rosters. Outstanding balances with UVU may result in collection actions and will result in a hold on the student’s account preventing future registration and ordering UVU official transcripts. Students with outstanding payments may be barred from class, examinations, or clinical assignments and/or suspended from all program activities until payments are made.
It is the responsibility of the student to notify the program if he/she has difficulty maintaining registration. Students dismissed from the university for failure to maintain registration may not be allowed to return to the program at a later time.
TUITION
Tuition and student fees are established by the Utah State Board of Regents. Tuition, fees, and additional expenses as they appear in the catalog are subject to change and are based on the current school year rates. Any changes to these expenses will be determined after the annual program review process is concluded. Handbook/website revisions will coincide with the opening of CASPA. Candidates will have the opportunity to review the most up to date version. However, revisions may be made on emergency basis with extenuating circumstances (e.g. change in state law or university policy).
The table below details anticipated tuition, fees, program required expenses, as well as other costs associated with the program for the entering Spring 2022 cohort. Additional fees may be associated with financial aid. All costs are estimated.
Tuition |
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Utah Resident Program Tuition |
$77,000 |
Non-Utah Resident Program Tuition |
$117,000 |
*Non-Utah Resident students pay Utah Resident tuition during Summer Semesters Student receives residency after 1 year |
*$93,000 |
University Fees ($360 per semester) |
$2,520 |
Total Estimated Tuition & Fees Utah Residents |
$79,520 |
Total Estimated Tuition & Fees Non-Utah Residents |
$119,520 |
*If student receives Utah residency after 1 year |
*$95,520 |
Additional Program Estimated Costs and Fees/Student Responsibilities |
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Professional Liability Coverage (University will provide) |
$0 |
Estimated Living and Transportation Expenses Per Semester |
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Housing and Food |
$4,509 |
Miscellaneous Living Expenses |
$729 |
Student Conference Fees |
$250 |
Free UTA pass available |
$0 |
Tuition Refunds
Refunds are not automatic. The tuition refund policy is established by the Utah State Board of Regents and amended by each college or university to fit their programs. The Utah Valley University (UVU) refund policy can be found on the UVU Tuition Policies & Procedures webpage.
UVU refunds to students who withdraw from school or drop classes are as follows:
Semester
Exact dates for semester, block, and weekend classes can be found on the UVU Schedule webpage under Student Timetables.
Students must drop classes or completely withdraw by the published 100% Refund Deadline in order to have the charges removed from their account. Students who withdraw after that date will not receive a refund. If a student has not paid his or her charges for the semester, he or she will continue to owe the university for these charges and will be subject to collections procedures if left unpaid.
Changes in enrollment may affect Financial Aid eligibility and amounts received. Financial Aid awards may be pulled back when dropping courses, thus increasing the amount owed.
A Petition to the Refund Policy Form can be obtained from the Office of the Registrar or visit the UVU Registration webpage.
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STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
The UVU PA Program is a rigorous, full-time academic program. It is strongly recommended that students not accept or continue outside employment while enrolled in the program.
Students are not permitted to work for the program or perform any clerical or administrative duties for the program. Students are not permitted to substitute or function as instructional faculty.
Students with prior knowledge or skills may assist other students but may not replace the primary instructor for any component of the curriculum.
Students will not be required to perform any clerical or administrative work or teaching on behalf of the FS program during any clinical rotation. Students may not substitute for paid clinical staff while on rotation at any clinical site. The clinical director will continually monitor sites for adherence to this policy and notify the program director of any deviations to this policy. (DOES THIS NEED TO BE INCLUDED/CHANGED?)
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PROGRAM COMMUNICATION
The structure of clinical education mandates an increased frequency of communication with students. The primary form of communication is via phone, Microsoft Teams, and the university email system. Communication will also occur via Canvas or other learning systems.
Official correspondence related to the program or the university to students is considered received by the student if sent to any one of the following:
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MYUVU STUDENT EMAIL
Email is the primary and official means of communication from UVU to students. Once a student receives a myUVU student email account, official communication from the university is directed to that account.
Official communication contains information in order to conduct business with Utah Valley University and for which every student is held accountable. Students are expected to read communications in a timely fashion because communications often are time sensitive. Examples of official communication can include, but are not limited to:
All use of email must be consistent with local, state, and federal law, as well as other university policies and guidelines, including UVU Policy 443 Ethics in Computer Usage and UVU Policy 441 Appropriate Use of Computing Facilities.
Student email accounts will remain active as long as the student is enrolled at UVU or is on an approved leave of absence.
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COMMUNICATION GUIDELINES AND ETIQUETTE
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COMMUNICATION WTH THE PROGRAM AND UNIVERSITY
Students, program staff, faculty, and other program personnel are expected to check messages daily, and return messages in a timely manner, generally within two (2) business days.
Faculty are available to meet with students by appointment during office hours or other non-class hours during the regular school week. Appointments should be arranged directly with the faculty member via phone or email.
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EMAIL COMMUNICATION GUIDELINES
Student Name, UVID
UVU FS Program Class of 2024
801.863.7982
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PHONE COMMUNICATION GUIDELINES
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CONTACT INFORMATION
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MYUVU STUDENT DASHBOARD
Students have access to the online Student Center located at my.UVU.edu
My.UVU.edu is the university portal and provides single sign-on access to important systems. Many student services and tools are found on my.UVU.edu including class schedule, BookMatch, student deadlines, course catalog, and tuition, fees, & financial aid. UVU announcements and campus events can be found on the home page of my.UVU.edu.
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STUDENT UVU ID
A UVU ID is a unique eight-digit number. Your UVU ID number is your username to login to UVU Login Services.
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CANVAS
Students use Canvas to access course syllabi, learn about and submit course assignments, access course materials, communicate with faculty, and review course grades. Canvas is available through my.UVU.edu.
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BANNER
Banner is the enterprise data system for the university. Students may access student services, financial aid, and personal information. Banner is accessed through the Student tab in my.UVU.edu.
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PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT
Expectations of professionalism discussed in this handbook are assessed throughout student enrollment in the program. Students who fail to meet these expectations will be referred to the SPC. Certain lapses of professionalism and any disciplinary action may be revealed by the program when students apply for graduation. Any student whose actions directly or indirectly jeopardize the health and safety of faculty, site staff, or fellow students will face disciplinary action including removal from the site and/or program.
As a part of maintaining satisfactory academic progress in the program, students must demonstrate professional behaviors. Standards of professional behavior are informed by the following:
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PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT EXPECTATIONS
The following describes program expectations for professional behavior of PA students. For a PA student, professionalism is the skill, good judgment, and respectful and ethical behavior that is expected from a physician assistant who is trained to provide exceptional care. It is important that students conduct themselves in a highly professional manner consistent with patient-care responsibilities and interprofessional teamwork during their training in the program. Therefore, throughout all facets of their education and the program, PA students are required to develop and demonstrate the following:
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DRESS CODE
How a student dresses expresses their respect for self and others, sensitivity to others, and commitment to health and safety. A student’s dress is a demonstration of their professionalism and an indication of the forensic scientist they aspire to become.
CLASSROOM ATTIRE
Professional learners are entrusted with the responsibility for presenting themselves in a way that demonstrates incorporation of professionalism goals. These include awareness of legal or regulatory limits on dress, demonstration of respect and compassion for others, and consideration of sensitivity to age/culture/gender and ability of peers.
ME 136 LAB ATTIRE
The following guidelines are attire that must be worn while in the lab while working with chemical samples or specimens:
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MEDIA
SOCIAL MEDIA
All FS students must abide by the UVU Social Media/Technology Guidelines.
Many individuals participate in social media for a variety of reasons: to connect with professional networks, to find out what’s happening at other places, to enhance productivity and teambuilding, and to put together ad-hoc groups. Exchanging and sharing information can improve our personal and professional lives. However, social networking exposes one to an unsolicited audience and set of experiences. Continual attention is required to successfully manage personal and professional lives online.
The following are general policies regarding social networking as an FS student.
UVU FS PROGRAM USE OF STUDENT REPRESENTATION
Subject to UVU policies and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, photos, audio, and video recordings of students may be taken for posting on the program web site or for publication to promote the activities of the program. In order to facilitate this process, students are encouraged to consent to being photographed, filmed or recorded by filling out the Creative Works License and Model Release Form (see Appendix F). Students have the right to decline participation in the recording methods that may be viewed publicly and should speak directly with the program director as early as possible to accommodate this choice.
PHOTOGRAPHY, AUDIO AND VIDEO RECORDING
The program will use tools for student assessment and feedback in the form of digital audio-video recording, photography of lectures and student activities to enhance the learning experience and promote the program. However, recordings collected by the program of standardized patient encounters may be held for private viewing only. Students must never share or display, in whole or in part, recordings of standardized patient encounters. (DOES THIS NEED CHANGED?)
Students must ask for permission before using cameras or electronic devices for recording program curricular activities. Portable electronic devices risk the transfer of these recordings to a non-secure, web-based media and may violate individual privacy and institutional intellectual property copyrights. Recorded material must not be posted on the Internet without appropriate authorization (see Social Media Guidelines above). These curricular activities include, but are not limited to: cadavers, simulation in Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Skills labs, Maliheh Free Clinic and other activities as designated by the program. (NEED CHANGED?)
Current university policy is that all lectures will be recorded automatically and made available to be accessed by students. Students will not be allowed to record lectures on personal devices. Use of lectures recorded by the program are limited to personal or course study and may not be made public or shared. Video and photography are only permitted with permission of the person being recorded has signed the Consent and Media Release Form.
Compliance with these policies are part of professionalism expectations that are assessed throughout the entirety of the program and are not limited to classroom activity. Failure to comply will be referred to SPC for evaluation and potential sanctions.
This policy does not affect non-curricular activities (breaks, independent study sessions off campus, etc.), however, even in these settings, students are expected to ask permission from individuals before photographing or recording.
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UVU ALCOHOL/DRUG CAMPUS POLICY
Utah Valley University is a drug-free campus. Utah Valley University has developed an alcohol & tobacco and other drug policy not only in response to the federal drug-free legislation, but also to encourage and sustain an academic environment that promotes the health, safety, and welfare of all members of its community.
In keeping with these objectives, alcoholic beverages, unlawful drugs, and other illegal substances shall not be consumed, used, carried, sold, or unlawfully manufactured on any property or in any building owned, leased, or rented by UVU, or at any activity sponsored by the program (UVU Policies 157, 324, and 541)
Any faculty, staff member, or student who violates this prohibition, or who does not cooperate with the program in its attempts to maintain a drug-free environment, will face disciplinary action up to and including expulsion or dismissal from UVU and the UVU FS Program.
Individuals violating any town ordinances, state criminal laws, or federal laws relating to alcohol or drug use (including tobacco use) also are subject to substantial legal sanctions including fines and imprisonment.
If you are under the influence on UVU property, you will be subject to consequences through the UVU Student Rights & Accountability webpage.
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NON DISCRIMINATION
Utah Valley University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, citizenship, genetic information, or other basis protected by applicable law, including Title IX and 34 C.F.R. Part 106, in employment, treatment, admission, access to educational programs and activities, or other University benefits or services. Inquiries about nondiscrimination at UVU may be directed to the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights or UVU’s Title IX Coordinator / Director of Equal Opportunity at 801-863-7999 – TitleIX@uvu.edu – 800 W University Pkwy, Orem, 84058, Suite BA 203.
Students shall deliver supervised healthcare services to patients without regard to their race, religion, creed, national origin, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, disability, disease status, or political beliefs.
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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATIONS
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INCLUSION AND DIVERSITY
WHAT WE MEAN BY INCLUSION
UVU is committed to preparing all students and employees for success in an increasingly complex, diverse, and globalized society. We promote civility and respect for the dignity and potential of each individual. We seek to advance the understanding of diverse perspectives. We value and promote collegial relationships and mutual respect among students, faculty, and staff. We acknowledge and seek to address the needs of populations who are underrepresented and students with varying levels of academic preparation, even as we strive to provide access and support for all students and employees in ways that are culturally relevant and responsible. UVU Inclusion and Diversity student resources.
UVU INCLUSION PLAN
At UVU, include is an action commitment that is a crucial part of our identity. Our dedicated staff, faulty, and students were involved for more than 18 months in constructing Inclusion Plan 2020-2024.
HISTORY/COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY
Inclusion makes students more successful. Over the last several years, UVU has shown itself as a state and national leader in inclusion and diversity efforts, receiving national awards from the White House, Diversity MBA Magazine, and Minority Access Incorporated. As an institution, UVU has chosen to be proactive and far reaching, raising and allocating almost $3.1 million for its inclusion efforts. UVU has 20+ centers, initiatives, and other resources to ensure that students feel safe and championed while attending UVU.
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ACCOMMODATIONS FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES
The Office of Accessibility Services (OAS) provides support services for students with disabilities so that they can be successful at UVU. A student who is new to UVU and/or accommodative services can find an outline of the steps to take to determine the accommodations for which they are eligible. The first step is to make an appointment to meet with a counselor in the Office of Accessibility Services. Detailed information can be found at UVU Accessibility Services webpage.
To schedule an appointment to meet with one of the Accessibility Services counselors, call (801) 863-8747 or visit the Office of Accessibility Services located in Losee Center 3rd floor (room LC-312) Monday-Friday 8am-5pm. Appointments can be scheduled online.
Current UVU students who have not been assessed for learning disabilities are encouraged to meet by appointment with the Office of Accessibility Services (OAS) to discuss off-campus options for assessment. Submitting documentation well before the beginning of the first semester is strongly recommended.
As trainees in a clinical curriculum with direct patient contact, students must meet the technical standards of the program (see Technical Standards section in this student handbook). All students are entitled to reasonable accommodations for disabilities that are documented, and which do not disqualify the student from meeting competencies described in the technical standards.
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STUDENT MISTREATMENT, DISCRIMINATION, HARASSMENT, AND RETALIATION
POLICIES AND PROCEDURES FOR REPORTING STUDENT MISTREATMENT AND GRIEVANCES
Effective, caring, and compassionate healthcare depends critically on the professional and collegial attributes acquired by FS students during their education. In this regard, the teacher-student relationship is one of the most important, since the teacher is responsible for both imparting information and guiding the personal development of the student. The teacher also serves as a potential role model for students and it is therefore important that the teacher’s behavior towards the students is equitable and professional.
Everyone must tolerate the fact that people have different points of view and have the right to speak about those different views. The First Amendment protects most forms of student speech.
At the core of an effective learning environment lies mutual respect between the teacher (including faculty, staff, and preceptors) and the student, and between each student and their student colleagues. To this end, UVU will not tolerate the harassment or abuse of, discrimination against, or favoritism towards a student by a teacher or a student colleague. Students can report student mistreatment and grievances here.
THE OFFICE FOR EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION AND TITLE IX
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Laura Carlson, Title IX Coordinator |
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lcarlson@UVU.edu |
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(801) 863-7999 |
The university is committed to maintaining an inclusive community that values diversity and fosters tolerance and mutual respect. FS students should become familiar with the protections provided by the university with regard to discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Contact the Office of Equal Opportunity / Title IX for any of the following:
SEXUAL HARASSMENT
A1.02j, A3.15f, A3.15g
UVU’s sexual harassment policy (UVU Policy #162) applies to students, staff, faculty, and other academic personnel. UVU’s sexual harassment policies help to facilitate an educational environment that is free of sexual violence and harassment while complying with the provisions outlined in the Federal Title IX Act of the 1972 Education Amendments. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX.
IMPERMISSIBLE SEXUAL CONDUCT HARASSMENT INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING
Sexual assault is not an expression of love, passion, or sexual desire. Sexual assault can happen to anyone, regardless of gender, race, class, age, size, appearance, or sexual orientation. Nationwide, alcohol is reported as the most common predatory (date rape) drug, in approximately 90% of cases either the victim or the perpetrator was intoxicated. In most cases, the perpetrator is acquainted with the victim.
Students can find a step by step procedure for sexual misconduct here. This includes what to do if a student has been sexually assaulted.
Being assaulted can create a host of practical and emotional consequences. While you may want to talk to someone you trust, such as a friend or family member, there are also confidential campus resources available, including counseling at UVU Student Health Services. UVU’s Student Health Services provides free and highly confidential counseling to students, which can be an extremely important part of the healing process. The Title IX Coordinator can connect you with additional supportive measures and options without any obligation to file a formal complaint or request an investigation. Be advised: university employees other than the counseling staff have an obligation to report instances of prohibited sexual conduct to the Title IX Coordinator. When you seek help from professionals, first ask what level of confidentiality they can provide and to whom they are required to report if you were to disclose information regarding an incident. That way, you can make an informed decision.
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OFFICE OF THE OMBUDS
Within the UVU community, misunderstandings and disagreements needing resolution may occur. Find the office of the Ombuds, here. The UVU Ombuds is one who is familiar with campus policies, students' rights and responsibilities, and can help find useful options within these guidelines. In order to serve as a mediator, as opposed to an advocate, the Ombuds neutrally and objectively listens to all problems. The Ombuds may also help with student grievances. Issues that the Office of the Ombuds can help with are:
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INTEGRITY IN THE ACADEMIC ENVIRONMENT
Since UVU is an academic environment, its fundamental purpose is the sharing and pursuit of knowledge. Imperative to this educational purpose is a commitment to academic integrity. Every member of the UVU community is responsible for upholding the highest standards of academic integrity at all times. Students are considered integral members of the community and are also expected to adhere to the principles of academic integrity.
Activities that have the effect or intention of interfering with education, pursuit of knowledge, or fair evaluation of a student’s performance are prohibited. Examples of such activities include but are not limited to:
Any violation of the above, whether willful or not, will result in referral to SPC and may result in sanctions up to and including dismissal from the program.
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ATTENDANCE AND ABSENCES
Didactic Year
It is expected that students are committed to being full-time participants in the program. During the program, it is important for students to be available every day for course activities. While most lectures and workshops are scheduled during the weekday (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.), students may be required to participate in some weekend, evening, and extended-time curriculum activities. The program will make sincere attempts to give prior notification of changes in schedule. Class schedules cannot be altered to accommodate students who use public transportation or for personal activities/schedules.
Attendance is expected. Students are expected to arrive on time, attend and participate in all program educational activities, including lectures, workshops, case reviews, clinical skills activities, clinical rotations, community assignments, return visits (RVs), examinations (written and practical), (HOW TO CHANGE) and recommended tutorial/remediation activities. Students’ participation in all curriculum activities is expected as part of the academic and professional competencies required for satisfactory progress and professional graduate training.
Students who fail to fully attend and participate in any required activity may not receive full credit for the activity and may be required to complete additional assignments or other activities as assigned by the course director. Students who demonstrate continual, habitual, or excessive absences or late arrivals will be referred to SPC for failure to demonstrate professional behavior. Students who do not correct this behavior will be dismissed from the program.
Students who are unable to attend any scheduled activity must notify the course director in advance detailing any activities or class sessions for which they will not be present. It is the student’s responsibility to arrange the means to get notes or other teaching materials distributed during their absence. Absences that occur during testing events may result in delay in completing requirements and progressing. Students who are ill and miss class or their clinical assignment for two or more consecutive days may be required to submit appropriate medical documentation to the program releasing the student to participate fully in all program activities.
Absenteeism: Adherence to scheduled clinical rotation hours and attendance at all scheduled RVs at the conclusion of rotations are mandatory. (CHANGE) Failure to fulfill these requirements is strongly considered in the evaluation of the student’s academic performance and professional attitude and may result in a failing grade for the course.
Clinical assignments may require students to drive to sites within a 100-mile radius from the UVU campus. Clinical assignments may require a student to work evenings and extended hours, take call schedules, and participate in on-site activities (e.g. presentations, literature review, written exams, etc.) as assigned by some clinical sites. Students are required to meet these expectations. (CHANGE OR DELETE?)
If a student must be absent from ONE scheduled clinical rotation shift (this can include any type of shifts), both the preceptor and the Clinical Education Team must be notified as soon as possible. If the appropriate party cannot be reached, then students must leave a phone or electronic message regarding the absence and a phone number where they can be immediately reached. (CHANGE OR DELETE?)
Students who fail to fully attend and participate in required activity may not receive full credit for the activity and may be required to complete additional assignments or other activities as assigned by the course director. Students who demonstrate continual, habitual, or excessive absences or late arrivals will be referred to SPC for failure to demonstrate professional behavior. Students who do not correct this behavior will be dismissed from the program.
Be advised that the program may make random calls and visits to rotation sites to verify student attendance and performance.
Excused Absences: Incapacitating illness, injury requiring bed rest, and unexpected family emergencies are considered valid reasons for absenteeism; however, the procedures for absenteeism as outlined above must be followed. Excused absences greater than TWO (2) scheduled clinical rotation shifts per rotation(CHANGE) due to bona fide, documented, medical or personal emergencies may result in a grade of "I" (incomplete) for the rotation. Rotations in which students receive an "I" due to excessive excused absences may be completed later, depending on the availability of the rotation and at the discretion of the Clinical Education Team. For any absence less than the minimum time missed will be made up on an hour for hour basis. Students may request time off, given the policy above, using the Clinical Year Student Time Off Request Form (CHANGE) (see Appendix G). Submission of the form does not constitute approval. The form must be submitted 30 days prior to the anticipated absence.
Unexcused Absences and Tardiness: Business appointments, routine dental and doctor appointments, weddings, graduations, family reunions, and other social events are not valid reasons for excused absenteeism. Absenteeism not reported as per policy outlined above will be considered unexcused, regardless of cause or when the program is notified of the event.
Students are expected to always act in a professional manner. Reporting to scheduled clinical work shifts on-time is one of the most important demonstrations of professionalism. Tardiness to rotations and RVs is not acceptable.
Other Situations for Absences: Job interviews are not considered valid reasons for unexcused absences. All attempts must be made to schedule an interview, so it does not interfere with the program. If this cannot be accomplished, students must first obtain permission from the professor to attempt to arrange time off for the interview. Subsequently, the preceptor must grant permission for the absence, and students must make up the missed clinical time within the confines of that rotation. The PA program must be notified as outlined above. A maximum total of TWO (2) days per calendar year will be allowed for interviews. (CHANGE)
A “Leave of Absence” may be granted by the program director for extended illness or absence from a rotation. The program director will (on an individual basis) consider emergencies, special requests, and special issues arising that cause students to request a leave of absence, if done prior to failure of the rotation. All student requests are considered private and confidential and are treated as such by the faculty. Absences for scholarly and professional activities will be considered by the clinical education team on a case-by-case basis and must be addressed at least one month prior to the scheduled event.
Inclement Weather: During a weather emergency, student safety is the highest concern. In the event of inclement weather, the program follows the Utah Valley University Inclement Weather decisions with the following modifications: When the university is closed, didactic classes are canceled. Faculty will notify students of any new arrangements for required activities or exams.
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STUDENT EVALUATIONS AND DATA COLLECTION
Students are encouraged to complete evaluations on a range of program activities at different points during the program. Evaluations, whether recorded on paper or electronically submitted, are
Evaluations with comments are confidential and are processed anonymously in order to maintain confidentiality. We value student feedback as an essential part of making our program better.
Feedback is most effective when it is constructive and aimed at helping aspects of teaching and curriculum improve.
DATA COLLECTION FORMS
Requests for data collection come from a range of sources, including the ARC-PA accreditation agency, national and regional PA professional organizations, and governmental agencies that provide student educational grants. The Exxat tracking system is incorporated into the PA program to facilitate data collection. Timely tracking of patient encounters and procedures is a mandatory requirement for successfully completing a rotation. Documentation, including logging patient encounters into Exxat, is part of the student’s rotation grade. Students who do not complete their logging will not get credit for documentation.
The program is required to assure complete data collection and is accountable for reporting demographic information on each class of students (not as individual data but as grouped, anonymous information). Please note: no personal information is provided by the program to any organizations outside of the university without the individual’s written consent.
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METHODS OF EVALUATION
The FS program utilizes various evaluation methods to assess a student’s progress. Methods of evaluation can be defined as formative or summative.
Formative evaluations are given throughout a course to give regular feedback on the student’s progress toward achieving course objectives. The method and frequency of evaluations are described in course syllabi. Course directors, faculty advisors, preceptors, and site visitors work together to provide each student with regular feedback on his/her progress and include remedial recommendations or requirements for strengthening academic and professional competencies.
Summative evaluations are conducted in most courses in order to assess cumulative learning and contribute to the determination of a course grade. Methods of evaluation and requirements to pass are described in the syllabus for each course. These are structured and weighted to indicate that a student has retained and mastered concepts throughout the course.
Formative and summative methods may include but are not limited to:
Examinations are the sole property of the UVU FS Program. Students should see their specific course syllabi for assessment and grading methods. In line with university policies, students may not be evaluated by a family member or by someone with whom they have or have had a close personal or intimate relationship. Copies, results, or summaries of evaluations may be maintained in the student’s academic file.
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ACADEMIC STANDARDS AND DEADLINES
GLOSSARY OF TERMS:
Intervention: The act of intervening. In education, this would generally involve a faculty-directed activity to help a student achieve a successful outcome.
Retesting: an opportunity to demonstrate proficiency or meet a benchmark without formal remediation.
Formal Remediation: A formal action taken to correct professionalism or academic deficiencies that would otherwise prevent a student’s progression in the program. Requires documentation via a learning contract.
Test Remediation: Review of material for an individual examination in either the didactic or clinical year that is then re-examined.
Probation: a status or time period when a student is undergoing remediation to correct professionalism and/or academic performance and during which consequences of failing to meet expectations are agreed upon.
Deceleration: a decision made by the Student Progress Committee to delay a student’s progress. During the didactic year, this will result in the student taking a leave of absence and rejoining the next cohort at the beginning of the corresponding semester which the student initiated the leave of absence (if initiated in the spring semester, will rejoin the following spring semester).
Dismissal: removal of a student from the program for professionalism or academic deficiencies.
Leave of Absence: a temporary cessation of study for medical reasons or other emergencies up to one year. Requires submission of appropriate form to the program director.
Withdrawal: ceasing study within the physician assistant program by the student’s request and complying with withdrawal policies as spelled out in UVU student rights. Requires a petition to withdraw per UVU Student’s Rights and Responsibilities. Withdrawal from an individual course may not allow a student to progress in the program as per the requirements for progression and therefore may constitute withdrawal from the program.
Academic Deficiency: failure to meet an academic benchmark in one or more courses/summative assessments or professional misconduct.
Student Learning Contract (see Appendix K): an agreement between a student and an assigned faculty member or the Student Progress Committee that explains requirements to correct academic or professionalism deficiencies and consequences of not completing remediation.
Professional Misconduct: failure to behave in a professional and respectful manner as defined by the program.
Informal Incident Report: A written warning to the student about professional misconduct that was reported to the Student Progress Committee by faculty, staff, preceptors, or students.
Formal Incident Report (see Appendix L):A written notification from the Student Progress Committee to the student indicating professional misconduct that warrants probation and outlines a formal remediation plan or SPC decision on student status.
PROGRAM COMPLETION DEADLINES AND REQUIREMENTS
Due to the sequential nature of the curriculum, students must successfully complete all courses for a given semester to be eligible to enroll in courses in the subsequent semester. Students must successfully complete all courses in the didactic phase before they may progress into the program. The maximum amount of time allowed to complete all program requirements is 39 months. In order to participate in graduation, students must be scheduled to complete coursework within 12 weeks of graduation date.
Supervised Clinical Practice Experiences offered during the clinical phase of the program do not follow the semester calendar. Due to timing, as well as complexity of evaluative measures incorporated, student performance is assessed at the completion of each Supervised Clinical Practice Experience to determine progression to the next rotation. (CHANGE OR DELETE)
EXPECTED PROGRESSION OF THE FS STUDENT
Students on clinical rotations will build on the didactic training and foundations to take detailed histories, perform physical examinations, give oral presentations of patient findings to the preceptor, and develop differential diagnoses. As the year continues, the student should be able to more effectively come up with an assessment and plan, though this will involve discussion with the preceptor. If the preceptor deems it necessary, students initially may observe patient encounters. However, by the end of the first week, students should actively participate in evaluating patients. As the student hones their skills and abilities and discusses this with the preceptor, there should be enough student progress for the preceptor to feel comfortable in allowing progressively increasing supervised autonomy. (CHANGE OR DELETE)
At the conclusion of each semester, the Student Progress Committee (SPC) reviews each student’s academic and professional performance. Students must be recommended for progression by the SPC to be eligible to take courses in the subsequent semester and continue their progression through the program. At any time a student is identified as at risk for academic deficiency, the SPC may convene to determine an appropriate action.
Students remediating a course or course component may progress to the subsequent semester at the discretion of the SPC.
If a student fails to meet the guidelines of satisfactory progress in a course, the following may occur depending on when the deficiency is identified:
When academic deficiency is identified:
ACADEMIC STANDARDS (Course Failure, GPA <3.0 and Professional Misconduct)
Despite efforts to remediate deficits, a student may earn a course grade less than a C.
DIDACTIC YEAR TEST REMEDIATION POLICY
PROFESSIONAL MISCONDUCT
Expectations for professional conduct of UVU FS students can be found in the ‘Professional Conduct’ section (section 19) of the student handbook.
Informal incident reports are not filed in the student’s permanent file unless the issue escalates; they then may become formal incident reports that are placed in the student’s permanent file. Formal incident reports result in academic probation or dismissal.
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ACADEMIC PROBATION
The process of probation is as follows:
If a student refuses to sign the letter with the terms of probation, the student must submit a letter of appeal to the program director within ten (10) business days from the date that the probation letter was received. If not submitted within this time period, the student will be held accountable for all of the terms as outlined. During this appeal process, the student may be prevented from participating in program activities.
NOTE: Students on probation may not serve on extracurricular committees, be assigned to clinical rotations outside of a 60-mile radius of the program, and may not serve as a student officer on student committees, organizations, or societies. These students may not participate in the applicant interview process and may not represent the program at profession-related events (e.g., AAPA, CAPA, PAEA, and health fairs).
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DISMISSAL
Students may be dismissed from the program without first having been placed on probation for either academic or professional misconduct issues. Professional misconduct may constitute the sole reason for dismissal from the program.
Dismissal from the FS program is the result of failure to achieve academic grades and/or demonstrate competencies required of all students. Dismissal could occur after unsuccessful efforts at remediating or appealing course grades as described above or for professional issues. Violations of FS and university codes of conduct, technical standards, or community laws may also result in dismissal. The process is described as follows:
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APPEALS
APPEALS OF PROGRAM DECISIONS REGARDING STUDENT PROGRESS (other than dismissal)
Students have the right to appeal decisions made by the SPC and program director but must do so in the prescribed stepwise administrative process described below. A department advisor/ombudsperson will assist the student in understanding the steps of the appeal process.
The reason for appeal should fall into one of three categories:
Students should be aware that efforts to bypass appropriate administrative procedures will delay or disqualify the student's appeal.
During the appeals process the student may be prevented from participating in program activities, particularly those appealing a dismissal.
APPEALING A COURSE GRADE OR OTHER PROGRAM EVALUATION
Once a course grade is determined by the course director or faculty of record, students can appeal the grade only through the process outlined below. If a resolution cannot be reached, the student may then advance the appeal to the university level.
The following steps are meant to provide guidance to students endeavoring to resolve grade disputes at the department level.
This FS department-level appeal process must be completed before the beginning of the next semester. An unsuccessful appeal at the department level will result in the student being prohibited from progressing to the next semester. The student will be referred to SPC for further action. A student may wish to initiate a university review as soon as the departmental resolution to the dispute has failed. The process for university review is described in the UVU Academic Policies and Standards webpage.
All relevant documents and communication. will be retained by the chair of SPC.
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LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Interruptions of enrollment can cause problems in the continuity of coursework within a professional graduate program and therefore, leaves of absence are generally discouraged and may impact the student’s ability to progress within the standard program timeline. Interruption of studies may only be done for compelling reasons (e.g., maternity/paternity leave, sustained ill health, and extraordinary personal issues). Students requesting a leave of absence must submit a Graduate Student Leave of Absence Request form and meet with the program director.
All graduate students must complete the Graduate Student Leave of Absence form and have it approved by the program director and the UVU Director of Graduate Studies if seeking to take a leave of absence from their studies. Contact the Graduate Studies Office at 801-863-7348 with any questions.
The procedure for requesting a leave of absence is different depending on the reason for the leave:
A student must be in “good standing” and making satisfactory progress in order to request a leave of absence. Interruption of studies may only be requested for a compelling reason. The student must petition a leave of absence for a stated period. Students who find it necessary to be excused from registration must request a leave of absence by the last day of registration to drop or add courses. The request should include a timeline for the student’s return.
A student who does not return to enrolled status at the end of an approved period of a leave of absence is no longer considered to be pursuing an advanced degree. Students who fail to apply for a leave of absence or for whom a leave of absence has been denied (or has expired) are subject to policies governing continuous enrollment and readmission.
For additional information and possible outcomes, please refer to the following information on the UVU Graduate Studies website
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READMISSION AND RETURNING FROM A LEAVE OF ABSENCE
Readmission
A student who leaves the university without obtaining a formal leave of absence from graduate studies is not automatically readmitted. A student wishing to apply for readmission to the forensic science program must reapply in the next admissions cycle.
Leave of Absence
When a student on an official leave of absence is ready to return to the program, the student must give the program director advanced notice in writing to initiate the re-entry process. Students must submit a letter of intent to return to the program director at least ten (10) business days prior to their expected return or as outlined in the original approval letter. Failure to follow this process may result in the student’s delay in expected progression through the program.
Administrative or Personal Leave: When a student on administrative or personal leave is ready to return to the program, he/she must contact the program director for authorization and to discuss terms of re-entry.
Medical Leave: Medical leave of absences are under the purview of the program director and handled on an individual basis. Notification that a student is able to return from leave should be done as soon as the student is released by their provider to return to full-time student status.
Mandatory Leave: Students on mandatory leave will be required to meet with the SPC prior to re-entry into the program. Depending on the phase of the program and the length of time away, it may not be possible to continue coursework in that same semester. This may impact the student’s ability to progress within the standard program timeline.
All students returning from a leave of absence will be required to meet with either the program director or the SPC to ensure that they are capable of meeting the technical standards of the program, and to determine if they are eligible for continuation of their training.
Students who have taken a leave of significant length may be required to repeat some parts of the program or the entire program, as well as any remediation activities determined by the SPC before resuming their original position within the program. Students returning from a leave during their clinical phase of training may be required to repeat some or all of their course activities. Whether a student has a clinical assignment immediately available to them when they are ready to return to active student status depends on the availability of clinical training sites.
Students should be aware that successfully completed courses may not be repeated for credit. Any coursework or clinical instruction deemed appropriate by the SPC for the student to retake in order to return the student to an appropriate level of progression, may require the student to audit courses without credit. Since university registration is required for this process, the student must be willing to bear both the time and financial consequences.
A student who is granted leave of absence is expected to complete all missed coursework and/or courses. If the leave of absence will disrupt the completion of didactic courses in which the student is enrolled, the student may be required to decelerate. The requirements to return after a leave of absence must be concluded within a twelve (12) months period of time. A leave of absence is permitted only ONCE during the didactic year. The longest a student may take to complete the program is a 39- month time period. Any leave of absence, deceleration or remediation must be completed within a (12) months period of time.
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DECELERATION
Deceleration is any disruption in the student's progress due to academic deficiency that will extend the date of graduation beyond that of his/her cohort. The length of deceleration will be determined by the SPC if it is part of a remediation plan or studentlearning contract. Upon deceleration, the student will be required to demonstrate competency upon return to the program. This could be in the form of a written comprehensive examination, practical examination, retaking previously passed courses and/or participating in a student learning contract while on leave. The type of assessment will be determined on a case by case basis. Because courses in the physician assistant program are offered only once per academic year and serve as prerequisites for subsequent courses, deceleration typically lasts for one year during the didactic curriculum. The requirements to prove competency after deceleration must be concluded within a twelve (12) months period. A leave of absence or deceleration is permitted only ONCE during the didactic year. The longest a student may take to complete the program is a 39-month time period. Any leave of absence, deceleration or remediation must be completed within a (12) months period of time.
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Students are permitted to withdraw from the program at their discretion following the university defined procedure (see UVU Policy #503) and complete appropriate forms.
Withdrawal from an individual course will not allow a student to progress in the program as per the requirements for progression and may therefore constitute a withdrawal from the program.
To officially withdraw from the university, a student must report to the UVU Registrar’s Office. Students wishing to withdraw should also consult with the Office of Student Financial Aid to determine if stipulations associated with the financial aid package will lead to changes in the financial statement.
You can officially withdraw from a course by dropping it through the online registration system by the listed date. If you officially withdraw from a course by the "Last Day to Drop and Not Show on Transcript," the course will not appear on your academic transcripts. If you officially withdraw from a course by the "Last Day to Withdraw," a "W" will appear on your transcripts. Although your GPA will not be affected — a "W" will indicate that you chose to withdraw. If you fail to complete the course and do not drop it before the "Last Day to Withdraw," a "UW" or "E" (a failing grade) will appear on your transcripts.
Withdrawing from a course may impact your financial aid status. For more information, see: UVU Financial Aid.
LATE WITHDRAWAL PETITIONS
This provides an opportunity for students to petition the registrar and department chairs for a withdrawal, based on extenuating circumstances, occurring after the established withdrawal deadlines. These are considered exceptions to the withdrawal policy.
POLICIES AND GUIDLINES
Students who find themselves in extenuating circumstances beyond their own control that prohibit attendance or participation in currently-registered classes may petition through the UVU Registrar's Office for withdrawal.
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SAFETY AND EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
*IN AN EMERGENCY DIAL 911*
IMPORTANT NUMBERS AND RESOURCES
UVU Department | URL | Phone |
Police | https://www.uvu.edu/police/ | 801-863-5555 |
Emergency Management | https://www.uvu.edu/safety/ | 801-863-7977 |
Emergency Information | https://www.uvu.info/ | 801-863-INFO (4636) |
Student Health Services | https://www.uvu.edu/studenthealth/ | 801-863-8876 |
Facilities & Planning | https://www.uvu.edu/facilities/ | 801-863-8130 |
Office of Risk management | https://www.uvu.edu/riskmanagement/ | 801-863-5823 |
Environmental Health & Safety | https://www.uvu.edu/safety/health/ | 801-863-8560 |
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