CON Student Formal Complaints and Formal Grievances - Revision history

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	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">This policy applies to all students.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">This policy applies to all students.</p>

	===Policy===		==Policy==
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">As part of professional practice, it is recommended that the first course of action involves a discussion between the student and the student, faculty, or staff member to resolve the issue. All participants reserve the right to record any meeting that discusses these topics or have a third-party present to take notes regarding the meeting, with all parties having given consent and are aware of the recording.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">As part of professional practice, it is recommended that the first course of action involves a discussion between the student and the student, faculty, or staff member to resolve the issue. All participants reserve the right to record any meeting that discusses these topics or have a third-party present to take notes regarding the meeting, with all parties having given consent and are aware of the recording.</p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">If discussion with the involved student, faculty, or staff member is not possible or is not effective, the student should discuss the issue with their faculty advisor, specialty coordinator, program director or staff supervisor.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">If discussion with the involved student, faculty, or staff member is not possible or is not effective, the student should discuss the issue with their faculty advisor, specialty coordinator, program director or staff supervisor.</p>

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	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">The College of Nursing (CON) is committed to providing all students with a learning environment that is safe, inclusive, and supportive of academic success. Students can provide formal complaints or formal grievances.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">The College of Nursing (CON) is committed to providing all students with a learning environment that is safe, inclusive, and supportive of academic success. Students can provide formal complaints or formal grievances.</p>

	===Scope===		==Scope==
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">This policy applies to all students.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">This policy applies to all students.</p>

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	===Purpose===		==Purpose==
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">The College of Nursing (CON) is committed to providing all students with a learning environment that is safe, inclusive, and supportive of academic success. Students can provide formal complaints or formal grievances.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">The College of Nursing (CON) is committed to providing all students with a learning environment that is safe, inclusive, and supportive of academic success. Students can provide formal complaints or formal grievances.</p>

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	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">There are several types of mechanisms available to students depending on the nature of the complaint or grievance.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">There are several types of mechanisms available to students depending on the nature of the complaint or grievance.</p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Title IX:''' All allegations of sexual harassment, including sexual violence, for which the student wishes the University to officially acknowledge and investigate should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator or the Chief Student Affairs Officer. </p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Title IX:''' All allegations of sexual harassment, including sexual violence, for which the student wishes the University to officially acknowledge and investigate should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator or the Chief Student Affairs Officer. </p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Academic Appeal:''' In conformity with the Bylaws of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska, Paragraph 5.3, students shall have the opportunity to appeal the formal evaluation of academic performance listed in the course syllabus and/or learning management systems which they feel has been prejudiced or capricious. For undergraduate students, refer to CON Policy 2501 Undergraduate Student Grade Appeal and 2501-PR Procedures for Handling Undergraduate Student Appeals of Academic Evaluations. For professional graduate students, refer to CON Policy ~~2321~~ Professional Graduate Nursing Student Academic ~~Appeal~~ and 2502-PR Professional Graduate Nursing Program Academic Appeals. </p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Academic Appeal:''' In conformity with the Bylaws of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska, Paragraph 5.3, students shall have the opportunity to appeal the formal evaluation of academic performance listed in the course syllabus and/or learning management systems which they feel has been prejudiced or capricious. For undergraduate students, refer to CON Policy 2501 Undergraduate Student Grade Appeal and 2501-PR Procedures for Handling Undergraduate Student Appeals of Academic Evaluations. For professional graduate students, refer to CON Policy 2502 Professional Graduate Nursing Student Academic Appeals and 2502-PR Professional Graduate Nursing Program Academic Appeals. </p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Disciplinary Appeal:''' In conformity with the Bylaws of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska, chapter V, Paragraph 5.0, 5.4, and 5.5, and the "UNMC Procedural Rules Relating to Student Discipline," and the "University Code of Conduct", and any subsequent related University of Nebraska UNMC policies or policy revisions, the ~~Undergraduate/Professional Graduate Disciplinary Appeal~~ Committee shall provide the mechanism for formal student appeal of any charge(s) or disciplinary action brought against the student. This applies to ~~Undergraduate~~ and ~~Professional Graduate~~ students. ~~Ph.D.~~ students will utilize the mechanism provided by the College of Graduate Studies. Refer to CON Policy ~~2121~~ Undergraduate/Professional Graduate Student Disciplinary ~~Appeal~~. </p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Disciplinary Appeal:''' In conformity with the Bylaws of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska, chapter V, Paragraph 5.0, 5.4, and 5.5, and the "UNMC Procedural Rules Relating to Student Discipline," and the "University Code of Conduct", and any subsequent related University of Nebraska UNMC policies or policy revisions, the Internal Affairs Committee shall provide the mechanism for formal student appeal of any charge(s) or disciplinary action brought against the student. This applies to undergraduate and professional graduate students. PhD students will utilize the mechanism provided by the College of Graduate Studies. Refer to CON Policy 2601 Undergraduate and Professional Graduate Student Disciplinary Appeals. </p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Research Integrity and Misconduct:''' Issues regarding research integrity and research misconduct are managed through the relevant policy/procedures by the Research Integrity Officer. </p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Research Integrity and Misconduct:''' Issues regarding research integrity and research misconduct are managed through the relevant policy/procedures by the Research Integrity Officer. </p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Violations of Federal, State, or Local Laws:''' Violations of federal, state, or local laws are managed through the relevant policies and procedures by the Office of Compliance and/or departments having oversight over the applicable law/regulation. Contact the UNMC Chief Compliance Officer. </p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Violations of Federal, State, or Local Laws:''' Violations of federal, state, or local laws are managed through the relevant policies and procedures by the Office of Compliance and/or departments having oversight over the applicable law/regulation. Contact the UNMC Chief Compliance Officer. </p>

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	<td colspan="2" valign="top">Related Documents:<br /><div style="margin-left:3em; line-height:1.2;">[https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/nursing-excellence/ethics/code-of-ethics-for-nurses/ ANA Code of Ethics]<br />[https://nebraska.edu/-/media/unca/docs/offices-and-policies/policies/board-governing-documents/bor.pdf Bylaws of BOR (chapter 5)]<br />[https://studentconduct.unl.edu/university-nebraska-student-code-conduct-0/ University of Nebraska Student Code of Conduct]<br />[https://catalog.unmc.edu/general-information/student-policies-procedures/grievance-resolution/ UNMC Grievance Resolution Procedure]<br />[[CON Student Complaint Procedure\|2602-PR1 Student Complaint Procedure]]<br />[[CON Student Grievance Procedure\|2602-PR2 Student Grievance Procedure]]<br />2501 Undergraduate Student Grade Appeal<br />~~2321~~ Professional Graduate Nursing Student Academic Appeals<br />~~2121~~ Undergraduate/Professional Graduate Student Disciplinary ~~Appeal~~<br />2501-PR Procedures for Handling Undergraduate Student Appeals of Academic Evaluations <br />2502-PR Professional Graduate Nursing Program Academic ~~Appea~~ </div></td>		<td colspan="2" valign="top">Related Documents:<br /><div style="margin-left:3em; line-height:1.2;">[https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/nursing-excellence/ethics/code-of-ethics-for-nurses/ ANA Code of Ethics]<br />[https://nebraska.edu/-/media/unca/docs/offices-and-policies/policies/board-governing-documents/bor.pdf Bylaws of BOR (chapter 5)]<br />[https://studentconduct.unl.edu/university-nebraska-student-code-conduct-0/ University of Nebraska Student Code of Conduct]<br />[https://catalog.unmc.edu/general-information/student-policies-procedures/grievance-resolution/ UNMC Grievance Resolution Procedure]<br />[[CON Student Complaint Procedure\|2602-PR1 Student Complaint Procedure]]<br />[[CON Student Grievance Procedure\|2602-PR2 Student Grievance Procedure]]<br />2501 Undergraduate Student Grade Appeal<br />2502 Professional Graduate Nursing Student Academic Appeals<br />2601 Undergraduate and Professional Graduate Student Disciplinary Appeals<br />2501-PR Procedures for Handling Undergraduate Student Appeals of Academic Evaluations <br />2502-PR Professional Graduate Nursing Program Academic Appeals </div></td>
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	<td colspan="2" valign="top">Related Documents:<br /><div style="margin-left:3em; line-height:1.2;">[https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/nursing-excellence/ethics/code-of-ethics-for-nurses/ ANA Code of Ethics]<br />[https://nebraska.edu/-/media/unca/docs/offices-and-policies/policies/board-governing-documents/bor.pdf Bylaws of BOR (chapter 5)]<br />[https://studentconduct.unl.edu/university-nebraska-student-code-conduct-0/ University of Nebraska Student Code of Conduct]<br />[https://catalog.unmc.edu/general-information/student-policies-procedures/grievance-resolution/ UNMC Grievance Resolution Procedure]<br />[[CON Student Complaint Procedure\|2602-PR1 Student Complaint Procedure]]<br />[[CON Student Grievance Procedure\|2602-PR2 Student Grievance Procedure]]<br />2501 Undergraduate Student Grade Appeal<br />2321 Professional Graduate Nursing Student Academic Appeals<br />2121 Undergraduate/Professional Graduate Student Disciplinary Appeal </div></td>		<td colspan="2" valign="top">Related Documents:<br /><div style="margin-left:3em; line-height:1.2;">[https://www.nursingworld.org/practice-policy/nursing-excellence/ethics/code-of-ethics-for-nurses/ ANA Code of Ethics]<br />[https://nebraska.edu/-/media/unca/docs/offices-and-policies/policies/board-governing-documents/bor.pdf Bylaws of BOR (chapter 5)]<br />[https://studentconduct.unl.edu/university-nebraska-student-code-conduct-0/ University of Nebraska Student Code of Conduct]<br />[https://catalog.unmc.edu/general-information/student-policies-procedures/grievance-resolution/ UNMC Grievance Resolution Procedure]<br />[[CON Student Complaint Procedure\|2602-PR1 Student Complaint Procedure]]<br />[[CON Student Grievance Procedure\|2602-PR2 Student Grievance Procedure]]<br />2501 Undergraduate Student Grade Appeal<br />2321 Professional Graduate Nursing Student Academic Appeals<br />2121 Undergraduate/Professional Graduate Student Disciplinary Appeal<br />2501-PR Procedures for Handling Undergraduate Student Appeals of Academic Evaluations <br />2502-PR Professional Graduate Nursing Program Academic Appea </div></td>
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	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">There are several types of mechanisms available to students depending on the nature of the complaint or grievance.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">There are several types of mechanisms available to students depending on the nature of the complaint or grievance.</p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Title IX:''' All allegations of sexual harassment, including sexual violence, for which the student wishes the University to officially acknowledge and investigate should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator or the Chief Student Affairs Officer. </p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Title IX:''' All allegations of sexual harassment, including sexual violence, for which the student wishes the University to officially acknowledge and investigate should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator or the Chief Student Affairs Officer. </p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Academic Appeal:''' In conformity with the Bylaws of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska, Paragraph 5.3, students shall have the opportunity to appeal the formal evaluation of academic performance listed in the course syllabus and/or learning management systems which they feel has been prejudiced or capricious. For undergraduate students, refer to CON Policy ~~5.2.19:~~ Undergraduate Student Grade Appeal and ~~Appendix N:~~ Procedures for Handling Undergraduate Student Appeals of Academic Evaluations. For professional graduate students, refer to CON Policy ~~5.3.12:~~ Professional Graduate Nursing Student Academic Appeal and ~~Appendix W:~~ Professional Graduate Nursing Program Academic Appeals. </p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Academic Appeal:''' In conformity with the Bylaws of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska, Paragraph 5.3, students shall have the opportunity to appeal the formal evaluation of academic performance listed in the course syllabus and/or learning management systems which they feel has been prejudiced or capricious. For undergraduate students, refer to CON Policy 2501 Undergraduate Student Grade Appeal and 2501-PR Procedures for Handling Undergraduate Student Appeals of Academic Evaluations. For professional graduate students, refer to CON Policy 2321 Professional Graduate Nursing Student Academic Appeal and 2502-PR Professional Graduate Nursing Program Academic Appeals. </p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Disciplinary Appeal:''' In conformity with the Bylaws of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska, chapter V, Paragraph 5.0, 5.4, and 5.5, and the "UNMC Procedural Rules Relating to Student Discipline," and the "University Code of Conduct", and any subsequent related University of Nebraska UNMC policies or policy revisions, the Undergraduate/Professional Graduate Disciplinary Appeal Committee shall provide the mechanism for formal student appeal of any charge(s) or disciplinary action brought against the student. This applies to Undergraduate and Professional Graduate students. Ph.D. students will utilize the mechanism provided by the College of Graduate Studies. Refer to CON Policy ~~5.1.14:~~ Undergraduate/Professional Graduate Student Disciplinary Appeal. </p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Disciplinary Appeal:''' In conformity with the Bylaws of the Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska, chapter V, Paragraph 5.0, 5.4, and 5.5, and the "UNMC Procedural Rules Relating to Student Discipline," and the "University Code of Conduct", and any subsequent related University of Nebraska UNMC policies or policy revisions, the Undergraduate/Professional Graduate Disciplinary Appeal Committee shall provide the mechanism for formal student appeal of any charge(s) or disciplinary action brought against the student. This applies to Undergraduate and Professional Graduate students. Ph.D. students will utilize the mechanism provided by the College of Graduate Studies. Refer to CON Policy 2121 Undergraduate/Professional Graduate Student Disciplinary Appeal. </p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Research Integrity and Misconduct:''' Issues regarding research integrity and research misconduct are managed through the relevant policy/procedures by the Research Integrity Officer. </p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Research Integrity and Misconduct:''' Issues regarding research integrity and research misconduct are managed through the relevant policy/procedures by the Research Integrity Officer. </p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Violations of Federal, State, or Local Laws:''' Violations of federal, state, or local laws are managed through the relevant policies and procedures by the Office of Compliance and/or departments having oversight over the applicable law/regulation. Contact the UNMC Chief Compliance Officer. </p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px; margin-left:3em;">'''Violations of Federal, State, or Local Laws:''' Violations of federal, state, or local laws are managed through the relevant policies and procedures by the Office of Compliance and/or departments having oversight over the applicable law/regulation. Contact the UNMC Chief Compliance Officer. </p>

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	===Formal Grievances===		===Formal Grievances===
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">For student grievances that are not resolved through the initial steps delineated in ~~Appendix C2~~ Student Grievance Procedure, students should submit a formal grievance via the form in the student success software system using the procedures delineated in ~~Appendix C2~~ Student Grievance Procedure.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">For student grievances that are not resolved through the initial steps delineated in 2602-PR2 Student Grievance Procedure, students should submit a formal grievance via the form in the student success software system using the procedures delineated in 2602-PR2 Student Grievance Procedure.</p>

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	===Formal Complaints===		===Formal Complaints===
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">For student complaints that are not resolved through the initial steps delineated in ~~Appendix C1~~ Student Complaint Procedure, students should submit the formal complaint via the form in the student success software system using the procedures delineated in ~~Appendix C1~~ Student Complaint Procedure.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">For student complaints that are not resolved through the initial steps delineated in 2602-PR1 Student Complaint Procedure, students should submit the formal complaint via the form in the student success software system using the procedures delineated in 2602-PR1 Student Complaint Procedure.</p>

	===Formal Grievances===		===Formal Grievances===
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">For student grievances that are not resolved through the initial steps delineated in Appendix C2 Student Grievance Procedure, students should submit a formal grievance via the form in the student success software system using the procedures delineated in Appendix C2 Student Grievance Procedure.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">For student grievances that are not resolved through the initial steps delineated in Appendix C2 Student Grievance Procedure, students should submit a formal grievance via the form in the student success software system using the procedures delineated in Appendix C2 Student Grievance Procedure.</p>

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	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">As part of professional practice, it is recommended that the first course of action ~~involve~~ a discussion between the student and the student, faculty, or staff member to resolve the issue. All participants reserve the right to record any meeting that discusses these topics or have a third-party present to take notes regarding the meeting, with all parties having given consent and are aware of the recording.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">As part of professional practice, it is recommended that the first course of action involves a discussion between the student and the student, faculty, or staff member to resolve the issue. All participants reserve the right to record any meeting that discusses these topics or have a third-party present to take notes regarding the meeting, with all parties having given consent and are aware of the recording.</p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">If discussion with the involved student, faculty, or staff member is not possible or is not effective, the student should discuss the issue with their faculty advisor, specialty coordinator, program director or staff supervisor.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">If discussion with the involved student, faculty, or staff member is not possible or is not effective, the student should discuss the issue with their faculty advisor, specialty coordinator, program director or staff supervisor.</p>
	<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">If no resolution is reached, the student will be referred to the division assistant dean.</p>		<p style="max-width:70em !important; margin-bottom:15px;">If no resolution is reached, the student will be referred to the division assistant dean.</p>