2023–2024 Student Handbook Dr. Pallavi Patel College of Health Care Sciences
Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook I Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Nova Southeastern University is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, educational specialist, and doctoral degrees. This handbook and the policies and programs set forth herein are effective through the academic year 2023–2024 or until superseded. Changes in the content of the student handbook may be made, at anytime, by the university, division, or college administration. Adequate notice of anticipated changes will be given to the student, whenever possible. This student handbook supersedes all previous handbooks, documents, and directives where they may be in conflict. The student handbook is the governing document for all program-related information. Students are required to comply with all policies and procedures written in the entire handbook. Please become familiar with the policies and procedures listed within. Failure to read this handbook does not excuse students from the rules, policies, and procedures contained in it. The university recognizes that individual programs require different times for the completion of academic studies leading to a degree. Therefore, the time frame is a matter within the discretion of each academic program. All program/center catalogs, bulletins, and handbooks carry this information. Students should refer to their individual program’s or center’s catalog and/or student handbook for further information about academic programs, policies, and procedures. 23-05-058SAT 23-07-016SAT 23-07-063SAT
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Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook III Table of Contents A.6 Health Policies...................................................24 A.7 Holds on Student Records.............................26 A.8 Image Use Statement......................................26 A.9 I ndebtedness to the University....................27 Force Majeure....................................................27 University Fees..................................................28 A.10 Leave of Absence Policy...............................28 A.11 International Travel Registration Requirement and Program............................29 A.12 J urisdiction of University Policies and Procedures........................................................29 A.13 Off-Campus Residency. ................................29 A.14 Student Organization Rights and Responsibilities................................................29 A.15 University Computer and Telecommunications Use Policy................ 30 A.16 University Copyright and Patent Policy.... 34 A.17 U niversity Title IX/ Sexual Misconduct Policy............................ 34 B. Specific Conduct Violations......................... 34 B.1 Alcoholic Beverages. ....................................... 34 B.2 Animals................................................................35 B.3 Assault/Violence. .............................................36 B.4 Bribery.................................................................36 B.5 Cheating..............................................................36 B.6 Complicity...........................................................36 B.7 Contracting on Behalf of the University.....36 B.8 Damage or Vandalism to Property..............36 B.9 Dangerous Items...............................................36 B.10 Disorderly Conduct. .......................................37 B.11 Distributing or Posting Printed Media........37 B.12 Drugs, Drug Paraphernalia...........................37 B.13 Emergency Equipment and Procedures....38 B.14 Facilitating Academic Dishonesty..............38 B.15 Failure to Disclose Criminal Offenses........38 B.16 F alse Information (Including Fabrication, Fraud, and Falsification of Records)..........38 B.17 Fire.......................................................................39 B.18 Gambling and/or Games of Chance. .........39 B.19 Guests.................................................................39 MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT. ........................1 FOREWORD/RESERVATION OF POWER.............2 Foreword...................................................................... 2 Reservation of Power................................................ 3 UNIVERSITY VISION STATEMENT, MISSION STATEMENT, AND CORE VALUES.........4 Vision 2025 Statement.............................................4 Mission Statement......................................................4 NSU Core Values. ....................................................... 5 POLICIES AND PROCEDURES NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY................... 7 STATEMENT ON STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES........................................9 University Equal Opportunity/ Nondiscrimination Policy.........................................9 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). .......................................................................11 Release of Student Information........................12 Conduct Notifications..........................................12 Deceased Student Records................................12 Health Care Privacy (HIPAA) Statement............13 Degree Conferral Policy..........................................13 CODE OF STUDENT CONDUCT AND ACADEMIC RESPONSIBILITY..................... 14 Academic Standards................................................15 Academic Inactivity Policy.................................... 16 Conduct Standards...................................................17 NSU University-Wide Religious Holiday Policy....17 NSU Interfaith Work-Restricted Religious Holiday Calendar.......................................................18 A. General Administrative Policies and Guidelines.......................................................... 20 A.1 Alcohol Policy.................................................... 20 A.2 Appropriate Conduct and Consensual Relationships Policy.........................................22 A.3 Drug-Free Schools and Campuses..............22 A.4 E xcused Absences for Participation in Cocurricular Activities.....................................23 A.5 Flexibility in Policies. .......................................24
IV Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook B.20 Harassment or Harm to Others..................39 B.21 Hate-Based Conduct Violations. ............... 40 B.22 Hazing............................................................... 40 B.23 Health and Safety.......................................... 40 B.24 Identification Cards. .......................................41 B.25 I nterference with University Investigations, Disciplinary Proceedings, or Records.........................................................41 B.26 Lake Swimming................................................41 B.27 Littering/Projecting Objects........................41 B.28 Misuse of Computers or Telecommunications (Technology)...........42 B.29 Noise..................................................................42 B.30 O nline/Internet Social Networking Usage.........................................42 B.31 Parking and Motor Vehicle Policy...............42 B.32 Plagiarism.........................................................43 B.33 RecWell Center Policies and Procedures....43 B.34 Removal or Ejection from a UniversitySponsored Event............................................43 B.35 Requests or Orders........................................43 B.36 U niversity Housing and Residence Life Policies and Procedures...............................43 B.37 Retaliation.........................................................43 B.38 Smoking/Tobacco-Free Policy...................43 B.39 Solicitation....................................................... 44 B.40 Stalking............................................................ 44 B.41 Fraternity and Sorority Life Manual/Policies....................................... 44 B.42 Theft or Unauthorized Possession........... 44 B.43 Unauthorized Entry. ......................................45 B.44 Unauthorized Possession of University Property.......................................45 B.45 Unauthorized Recording..............................45 B.46 Video and/or Audio Copyright Violation...45 B.47 Violation of Disciplinary Status/Conditions...........................................45 B.48 Worthless Checks. .........................................45 C. U niversity Title IX/ Sexual Misconduct Policy............................. 46 D. University Disciplinary Procedures..............47 D.1 Introduction.........................................................47 D.2 Judicial Conference......................................... 50 D.3 Administrative Judicial Proceeding. ...........53 D.4 University Title IX/Sexual Misconduct Disciplinary Procedures..................................55 E. A dditional Grievance Procedures Available.....................................56 E.1 G rievance Procedure for Discrimination Based on Disability............................................56 E.2 Nonacademic Grievance Procedure............ 61 NSU RESOURCES AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES.................................62 ATMs. ...........................................................................62 Bookstore...................................................................62 Campus Shuttle........................................................62 Enrollment Management and Student Affairs (EMSA)..........................................63 Center for Academic and Professional Success...........................................63 Center for Student Counseling and Well-Being..............................................................63 Office of Campus Life and Student Engagement......................................... 64 Office of International Affairs.......................... 64 Office of Recreation and Wellness..................65 Office of Residence Life.....................................65 Office of Student Academic Services............65 Office of Student Affairs at the Regional Campuses.............................................65 Office of Student Affairs Marketing............... 66 Office of Student Conduct. .............................. 66 Office of Student Disability Services............. 66 Office of Student Leadership and Civic Engagement............................................... 66 Office of Undergraduate Admissions.............67 Student Activity Fee Accounts Office............67 Tutoring and Testing Center. ............................67 Office of Student Financial Assistance..........67 Office of the University Bursar.........................67 Office of the University Registrar................... 68 One-Stop Shop. ................................................... 68 Mako Media Network............................................. 68 Military Affairs Veterans Resource Center....... 68 NSU Alumni Association....................................... 68 NSU Athletics. .......................................................... 69 NSU Health................................................................ 69 Student Medical Center......................................... 69 NSU Public Safety Department........................... 70 Office of Innovation and Information Technology..........................................71 Office of University Housing..................................71 SharkCard Services. .................................................71
Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook V SharkPrint...................................................................72 Shark Dining Services.............................................72 Title IX/Sexual Misconduct . .................................72 University Libraries..................................................73 Wireless Networking...............................................73 Writing and Communication Center (WCC). ...73 UNIVERSITY ADMINISTRATORS.........................74 COLLEGES AND ACADEMIC UNITS. ...................76 DEANS. ..................................................................77 ACCREDITATION...................................................78 DIVISION-SPECIFIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES HEALTH PROFESSIONS DIVISION......................79 Building Hours............................................................81 Charges and Payments. ..........................................81 Tuition Credit Policy—Voluntary Drops and Withdrawals................................................................81 Short-Term Preloans................................................82 Martin and Gail Press Health Professions Division Library.........................................................82 Tampa Bay Regional Campus Library............... 84 Lost and Found.........................................................85 Computer Laboratories..........................................85 Student Lounge/Student Area.............................85 HPD POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.....................86 Acceptance of Professional Fees........................ 86 Background Checks................................................ 86 Health Forms Requirements.................................87 Certificate of Physical Examination................87 Immunization Requirements. ...........................87 Urine Drug Screen............................................... 88 Dress Code................................................................ 89 Food in the Lecture Halls, Laboratories, and Clinics................................................................. 89 Identification Requirements and Fieldwork Prerequisites......................................... 89 Email. .......................................................................... 89 Notices, Messages, and Posters.......................... 89 Parking Lot/Garage................................................ 90 Photographs and Recordings.............................. 90 Postexposure Policies and Procedures............. 90 Return of University Property.............................. 91 Security Checks........................................................ 91 Social Events and Extracurricular Activities. ... 91 Student Assistance Program................................ 91 Student Employment..............................................93 Student Insurance Requirement..........................93 Affirmative Opt-Out Required. ........................93 Cell Phones, Computers, Tablets, and Electronic Devices................................................... 94 Visitors........................................................................ 94 Visits to Other Institutions.................................... 94 COLLEGE-SPECIFIC POLICIES AND PROCEDURES DR. PALLAVI PATEL COLLEGE OF HEALTH CARE SCIENCES. ............95 Administration. .........................................................97 Department Chairs. ................................................ 98 Program Directors. ................................................. 98 Yearly Fees and Expenses (fees subject to change). .................................... 100 Reservation of Power.............................................101 ACADEMIC AFFAIRS. ..........................................101 Requirements for Graduation..............................101 Attendance. ............................................................... 111 General Guidelines............................................... 111 Student Responsibility for Missed Assignments............................................ 111 Faculty Member Responsibility for Missed Assignments............................................ 111 Clinical Rotations, Experiences, Placements, Fieldwork, or Externship........... 111 Promptness............................................................ 111 Academic Advising................................................. 112 Email Accounts........................................................ 112 Computer Requirements and Recommendations.................................................. 112 Internet Service Provider...................................... 112 Audio and Videotaping......................................... 113 EXAMINATIONS AND GRADING........................ 113 Policy on Returning Examinations..................... 113 Grading System....................................................... 113 Transcript Notations............................................... 114 Grade Disputes. ....................................................... 114 Student Evaluation of Courses and Faculty Members..................................................... 115 ACADEMIC STANDING........................................ 115 Transcripts................................................................. 115 Course Failures. ....................................................... 115
VI Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Academic Withdrawal from a Course/Program...................................................... 115 Leave from Studies................................................. 116 1. Leave of Absence. ........................................... 116 2. Administrative Break in Enrollment.......... 116 President’s List......................................................... 117 Dean’s List................................................................. 117 Graduation with Honors........................................ 117 Committee on Student Progress (CSP)............ 117 Process and Procedure.......................................... 117 Academic Warning/Probation/Dismissal........ 118 Academic Honesty Policy and Procedure....... 119 Disciplinary Warning/Probation/ Suspension/Dismissal........................................... 120 Course Remediation Cost.................................... 122 Course Remediation—Applies to Professional Programs Only. .............................. 122 STUDENT APPEALS............................................ 123 Policy and Procedure............................................ 123 Appeals Committee Responsibilities. .............. 123 Appeals Committee Membership. .................... 124 Hearings Protocol and Procedure..................... 124 Appeals Committee Hearing Process.............. 125 Notification of the Appeals Committee Decision.............................................. 125 BEHAVIORAL STANDARDS. .............................. 125 Dress Code............................................................... 125 Classroom Behavior. ............................................. 126 Netiquette................................................................ 126 Drug Screening....................................................... 127 Drug Policy—Zero Tolerance............................... 127 Drug Testing Policy................................................ 127 ACCREDITATION, NATIONAL EXAMINATIONS, AND LICENSURE................................................. 128 Department of Anesthesia.................................. 128 Department of Audiology. .................................. 129 Department of Cardiopulmonary Sciences.... 129 Department of Health Science........................... 129 Department of Occupational Therapy............. 130 Occupational Therapy Program— Fort Lauderdale...................................................... 130 Occupational Therapy Program—Tampa Bay. 131 Department of Physical Therapy........................ 131 Department of Physician Assistant. .................. 131 Department of Speech-Language Pathology.....131 STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS OFFICIALLY RECOGNIZED BY THE UNIVERSITY.................. 132 Department of Audiology. .................................. 132 Department of Cardiopulmonary Sciences.... 132 Department of Health and Human Performance............................................. 132 Department of Health Science........................... 133 Department of Occupational Therapy............. 133 Department of Physical Therapy....................... 134 Department of Physician Assistant. ................. 134 Department of Speech-Language Pathology... 134 DEPARTMENT OF ANESTHESIA........................ 136 Master of Science (M.S.) in Anesthesia— Fort Lauderdale, Tampa Bay, Jacksonville, and Denver........................................................ 136 Grading Policies and Procedures. ..................... 136 Policy on Returning Examinations.................... 136 Advanced Placement and Transfer of Credits. ................................................ 136 Academic Promotions and Progression.......... 137 Retake/Repeat/Remediation............................. 137 Academic Warning/Probation/Dismissal....... 138 Withdrawal............................................................... 138 Clinical Rotations.................................................... 138 Jewelry, Body Piercing, and Tattoos................ 139 Electronic Communications................................ 139 Additional Specific Policies................................. 139 Graduate Certificate in Pre-Anesthesiologist Assistant Studies (Pre-AA Certificate)........... 139 Academic Promotions and Progression..........140 Graduate Certificate in Pre-Anesthesiologist Assistant Studies (Pre-AA Certificate)............140 Attendance. .............................................................140 Grading Policies and Procedures. .....................140 Incomplete Coursework........................................ 141 Advising..................................................................... 141 Textbooks.................................................................. 141 Electronic Communications................................. 141 DEPARTMENT OF AUDIOLOGY.........................144 Academic Promotions and Progression..........144 Grading Policies, Procedures, and Course Failures. ...................................................... 145 Withdrawal from a Course. ................................. 146 Incomplete Coursework....................................... 146
Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook VII Accreditation Compliance................................... 146 Clinical Experience and Placement................... 147 Affiliation Policy. .................................................... 148 Attendance. ............................................................. 148 Essential Functions of the Doctor of Audiology (Au.D.) Student.................................. 148 DEPARTMENT OF CARDIOPULMONARY SCIENCES...................... 150 Palm Beach..............................................................150 Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Respiratory Therapy—Postprofessional.................................150 Academic Promotions and Progression..........150 Academic Warning ...............................................150 Attendance. .............................................................150 Grading Policies and Procedures. .....................150 Assessment of Prior Experiences for Academic Credit...................................................... 151 Academic Advising and Administrative Support......................................... 151 Textbooks................................................................. 152 Add/Drop................................................................. 152 Withdrawal from a Course. ................................. 152 Administrative Withdrawals. .............................. 152 Course Registration and SharkLink. ................. 152 Online Course Access and Canvas.................... 152 Online Student Center— Program and Course Communication. ............ 152 Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Respiratory Therapy—First-Professional. .......................... 153 Grading Policy......................................................... 153 Academic and Clinical Promotion..................... 153 Retake/Repeat/Remediation............................. 153 Course Failures/Remediation............................. 154 Academic Advisers................................................ 154 Dress Code............................................................... 154 Clinical Rotations.................................................... 155 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN PERFORMANCE.................................... 156 Bachelor of Science in Exercise and Sport Science Minor in Exercise Science Master of Science in Sports Science. .............. 156 National Recognition............................................. 156 Academic Calendar............................................... 156 Academic Progression.......................................... 156 Grading Policies...................................................... 156 Attendance. ............................................................. 157 Clinical and Practicum Experience.................... 157 Academic Advising................................................ 157 Textbooks................................................................. 158 Professional Dress Code...................................... 158 Student Grievance Policy..................................... 158 Community Relations............................................ 158 Retention and Remediation Policy.................... 158 Withdrawal............................................................... 158 DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH SCIENCE................160 Departmental Policies for Online Health Science Degree Programs...................160 Course Registration and Self-Service Banner...............................................160 Online Course Access and Canvas....................160 Email and Course Communication....................160 Academic Advising and Administrative Support......................................... 161 Commencement Ceremonies.............................. 161 Departmental Policies for All Health Science Programs............................161 Textbooks.................................................................. 161 Incomplete Coursework........................................ 161 Student Code of Conduct, Academic Dishonesty, Committee on Student Progress, and Student Disciplinary/Appeals Policies and Procedures........................................................ 161 Bachelor of Health Science (B.H.Sc.)— Online Degree Completion Program.............. 162 Academic Promotions and Progression.......... 162 Academic Warning................................................ 162 Attendance. ............................................................. 162 Grading Policies and Procedures. ..................... 162 Transfer Credits. ..................................................... 163 Assessment of Prior Experiences for Academic Credit.....................................................164 Academic Advising and Administrative Support........................................ 165 Textbooks................................................................. 165 Add/Drop................................................................. 165 Withdrawal from a Course. ................................. 165 Continuous Enrollment......................................... 165 Administrative Withdrawals. .............................. 165 Email. ......................................................................... 165 Course Registration and Self-Service Banner............................................... 166 Online Course Access and Canvas.................... 166
VIII Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Online Student Center—Program and Course Communication........................................ 166 Nondegree-Seeking Students............................ 166 Bachelor of Science—Cardiovascular Sonography (B.S.—CVS)................................. 167 Academic Promotions and Progression.......... 167 Retake/Repeat/Remediation............................. 168 Grading Policies and Procedures. ..................... 169 Incomplete Coursework....................................... 169 Dress Code............................................................... 170 Clinical Externships and Assignment................ 171 Duties and Expectations in Clinical Externships. .............................................. 172 Clinical Extension of Program............................ 172 Electronic Communications................................ 173 Computer Requirements. .................................... 173 Training Laboratory............................................... 173 Online Course Access, Canvas, and NSU Email................................................................. 175 Concurrent Master of Health Science Option.......................................... 175 Bachelor of Science— Medical Sonography (B.S.—MS)..................... 175 P rogram Objectives— Minimum Expectations...................................... 175 Academic Calendar............................................... 175 Academic Promotions and Progression.......... 176 Retake/Repeat/Remediation............................. 177 Medical Sonography Program Required Hours....................................................... 178 Grading Policies and Procedures. ..................... 178 Incomplete Coursework....................................... 179 Dress Code............................................................... 179 Clinical Externships. ..............................................180 Electronic Communications................................ 182 Clinical Site Requirements................................... 182 Training Laboratory............................................... 182 Accreditation........................................................... 183 Course Registration and Self-Service Banner...............................................184 Online Course Access and Canvas....................184 Bachelor of Science—Medical Sonography/ Master of Health Science (B.S.—MS/M.H.Sc.)....184 Academic Calendar...............................................184 Academic Promotions and Progression..........184 Retake/Repeat/Remediation............................. 185 Grading Policies and Procedures. ..................... 187 Incomplete Coursework....................................... 187 Dress Code............................................................... 187 Clinical Externships. .............................................. 189 Electronic Communications................................. 191 Clinical Site Requirements.................................... 191 Training Laboratory................................................ 191 Accreditation........................................................... 192 Course Registration and Self-Service Banner............................................... 193 Online Course Access and Canvas.................... 193 Master of Health Science (M.H.Sc.) Program.....193 Attendance. ............................................................. 193 Grading Policies and Procedures. .....................194 Requirements for Graduation.............................194 Retake Policy........................................................... 195 Credit Transfer. ....................................................... 195 Continuous Enrollment......................................... 195 Continuing Services............................................... 195 Certificate Programs........................................ 195 Accelerated Dual-Degree Master of Health Science (M.H.Sc.)/ Doctor of Health Science (D.H.Sc.) Program............................................ 196 Course Requirements for Awarding the M.H.Sc. Degree in the Accelerated Dual-Degree Program. ......................................... 196 Accelerated Dual-Degree Master of Health Science (M.H.Sc.)/Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Health Science Program. ............................. 197 Course Requirements for Awarding the M.H.Sc Degree in the Accelerated Dual-Degree Program. ......................................... 197 Doctor of Health Science (D.H.Sc.) Program. 197 Attendance. ............................................................. 197 Continuous Enrollment......................................... 197 Continuing Service................................................. 198 Grading Policies and Procedures. ..................... 198 Retake Policy, Student Progress, Academic Probation, and Dismissal. .................................... 198 Credit Transfer. ....................................................... 198 Online Student Center.......................................... 198 Certificate Programs............................................. 199 Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Health Science Program. ................................. 199 Credit Transfer. ....................................................... 199
Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook IX Attendance. ............................................................. 199 Continuous Enrollment......................................... 199 Continuing Services..............................................200 Academic Withdrawals. ......................................200 Withdrawal from a Course. ................................200 Grading Policies and Procedures. ....................200 Retake Policy, Student Progress, Academic Probation, and Dismissal. ....................................201 Incomplete Coursework.......................................201 Comprehensive Examination..............................201 Policy on Examinations Reviews. ..................... 203 DEPARTMENT OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY........................... 204 Master of Occupational Therapy (M.O.T.)— Fort Lauderdale...............................................204 Accreditation, National Examinations, and Licensure.........................................................204 Grading Policies and Procedures. ....................204 Tuition Credit Policy—Voluntary Drops and Withdrawal.....................................................204 President’s List and Dean’s List. .......................204 Academic Promotions and Progression.........204 Incomplete Coursework...................................... 205 Fieldwork Experiences........................................ 205 Attendance. ............................................................206 Academic Advising and Professional Development. ................................ 207 Essential Functions............................................... 207 Dress Code.............................................................. 207 Professional Membership. .................................. 207 Professional Engagement................................... 207 Mobile Device Use.................................................208 Doctor of Occupational Therapy (O.T.D.)— Fort Lauderdale............................................... 208 Accreditation, National Examinations, and Licensure (Applicant Program).........................208 Academic Promotions and Progression.........208 Grading Policies and Procedures. ....................209 Remediation/Retake Policy, if Applicable.....209 Participation in Research Project......................210 Submission of Assignments................................210 Incomplete Coursework.......................................210 Conference Attendance and Service-Learning Requirements........................210 Mobile Device Use................................................... 211 Email. .......................................................................... 211 Student Identification Cards: The SharkCard. ........................................................ 211 Academic Advising and Administrative Support......................................... 211 Essential Functions................................................. 211 Authorship Credit and Order Guidelines and Policy............................................ 212 Participation in Fieldwork Experiences and Doctoral Capstone................................................. 213 Professional Membership. ................................... 214 Textbooks................................................................. 215 Postprofessional Doctor of Occupational Therapy (Dr.O.T.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Occupational Therapy..................... 215 Academic Promotions and Progression.......... 215 Grading Policies and Procedures. ..................... 215 Incomplete Coursework....................................... 215 Authorship Credit and Order Guidelines and Policy................................................................. 216 Doctor of Occupational Therapy (O.T.D.)— Tampa Bay. ....................................................... 217 Accreditation, National Examinations, and Licensure................................................................... 217 Academic Promotions and Progression.......... 217 Grading Policies and Procedures. ..................... 218 President’s List and Dean’s List. ........................ 218 Remediation/Retake Policy, if Applicable...... 218 Participation in the Virtual Learning Environment of the Blended (Hybrid) O.T.D. Program—Tampa Bay............................... 219 Participation During On-Campus Institutes... 219 Participation in Research Project...................... 219 Attendance. ............................................................220 Submission of Assignments...............................220 Assignment Resubmission.................................220 Incomplete Coursework......................................220 Conference Attendance and Service-Learning Requirements.......................220 Computer Requirements, Proficiency, and Services..................................... 221 Mobile Device Use.................................................. 221 Travel, Housing, and Parking.............................. 221 Student Identification Cards: The SharkCard. ....................................................... 221 Academic Advising and Administrative Support........................................ 221 Essential Functions............................................... 222
X Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Authorship Credit and Order Guidelines and Policy........................................... 223 Participation in Fieldwork Experiences and Doctoral Capstone Experience......................... 224 Professional Membership. .................................. 226 Textbooks................................................................ 226 DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL THERAPY...........228 Professional D.P.T. Programs— Fort Lauderdale and Tampa Bay.................... 228 Background Checks.............................................. 228 Health and Vaccine Requirements .................. 228 Academic Promotions and Progression......... 228 Grading Policies and Procedure. ...................... 228 Incomplete Coursework......................................230 Conferences and Community Service Requirements.........................................................230 Submission of Assignments...............................230 Withdrawal .............................................................230 Professional D.P.T. Program— Fort Lauderdale............................................... 230 Attendance. ............................................................230 Academic Progression.........................................230 Communication with Faculty Members........... 231 Professional D.P.T. Program— Fort Lauderdale Student Dress Code. ............. 231 Professional D.P.T. Program—Tampa Bay. ..... 231 Attendance. ............................................................. 231 Academic Progression.......................................... 231 Communication with Administration and Faculty and Staff Members................................ 232 Professional D.P.T. Program— Tampa Bay Student Dress Code— Dressing Strategically.......................................... 232 On-Campus Institutes for Professional D.P.T. Students. ...................................................... 233 Scheduling of Remediation Examinations After Course Failures. .......................................... 233 Course, Instructor, Guest Instructor, and Lab Assistant Evaluations.......................... 233 Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physical Therapy. ........................................ 234 Textbooks................................................................ 234 Web Access and Registration: SharkLink, Email/Webmail, Canvas, and Self-Service Banner.............................................. 234 Computer Services............................................... 234 Travel, Housing, and Parking............................. 234 Student ID Cards: The SharkCard..................... 234 On-Campus Component..................................... 234 Academic Advising and Administrative Support....................................... 235 Grading Policies and Procedures. .................... 235 Administrative Withdrawals. ............................. 235 Suspension/Dismissal.......................................... 236 Academic Promotion........................................... 236 Incomplete Coursework...................................... 236 Comprehensive Examination............................. 236 Dissertation............................................................. 236 DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT......238 Fort Lauderdale............................................... 238 Dress Code.............................................................. 238 Academic Promotions and Progression......... 238 Grading Policies and Procedures. .................... 238 Incomplete Coursework...................................... 239 Academic Advising............................................... 239 Clinical Rotations................................................... 239 Additional Specific Policies................................240 Fort Myers........................................................ 240 Dress Code..............................................................240 Physical Exam (Physical Diagnosis) Lab Attire.................................................................. 241 Jewelry, Body Piercing, and Tattoos................ 241 Academic Promotions and Progression.......... 241 Grading Policies and Procedures. ..................... 241 Incomplete Coursework...................................... 242 Clinical Rotations................................................... 242 Orlando............................................................ 242 Dress Code.............................................................. 242 Academic Promotions and Progression......... 243 Grading Policies and Procedures. .................... 243 Incomplete Coursework......................................244 Clinical Rotations...................................................244 Additional Specific Policies................................244 Jacksonville..................................................... 244 Dress Code.............................................................. 245 Academic Promotions and Progression......... 245 Grading Policies and Procedures. .................... 246 Incomplete Coursework...................................... 246 Clinical Rotations................................................... 246 Additional Specific Policies................................ 247
Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook XI DEPARTMENT OF SPEECH-LANGUAGE PATHOLOGY.................. 248 Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Speech-Language and Communication Disorders. ..................... 248 Academic Calendar.............................................. 248 Academic Progression......................................... 248 Grading Policies..................................................... 248 Attendance. ............................................................ 249 Academic Advising............................................... 249 Transfer Credits. .................................................... 249 Add/Drop................................................................ 249 Withdraw from Course........................................ 249 Incomplete Coursework...................................... 249 President’s List, Dean’s List, and Graduation with Honors......................................250 NSU Email Policy...................................................250 Textbooks................................................................250 Student Grievance Policy....................................250 Community Relations...........................................250 Master of Science (M.S.) in Speech-Language Pathology Program......... 250 Program Outcomes..............................................250 New Student Orientation..................................... 251 Instructional Delivery System............................. 251 Dress Code............................................................... 251 Academic Promotions and Progression......... 252 Grading Policies, Procedures, and Course Failures. ..................................................... 252 Withdrawal from an Academic Course........... 253 Withdrawal from a Clinical Course/Placement................................................ 253 Incomplete Grades. .............................................. 253 Course Failure. ....................................................... 254 Academic Warning............................................... 254 Academic Probation............................................. 254 Dismissal.................................................................. 254 Student Conduct................................................... 255 International Students......................................... 255 Transfer of Credit. ................................................. 255 Program Requirements Regarding the SLP Praxis Examination and Capstone........... 256 Course Load and Program Completion Time Line.......................................... 256 Computer Requirements. ................................... 256 Telecommunications: SharkMail and Internet Access Account..................................... 257 Photographs, Recordings................................... 257 Clinical Experience and Placement.................. 257 Student Organizations......................................... 258 Council of Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA)................................................... 258 Doctor of Speech-Language Pathology (SLP.D.).......................................... 258 Credit Transfer. ...................................................... 258 Attendance. ............................................................ 258 Continuous Enrollment........................................ 259 Add/Drop Period. ................................................. 259 Continuing Services..............................................260 Academic Withdrawals. ......................................260 Withdrawal from a Course. ................................260 Grading Policies and Procedures. ....................260 Retake Policy, Student Progress, Academic Probation, and Dismissal................. 261 Incomplete Grades. ............................................... 261 Applied Dissertation. ............................................ 261 Continuing Dissertation Services..................... 262 Winter Institute...................................................... 262 Dress Code.............................................................. 263 Online Course Access, Canvas, and NSU Email................................................................ 263 Appendix. ........................................................ 265 NSU Fort Lauderdale/Davie Campus Map. ... 266 23-05-058SAT 268
XII Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook
Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook 1 Welcome to Nova Southeastern University and the Shark nation! During your time at NSU, you will receive a quality education that will prepare you for a rewarding future in your career, your community, and your life. You will learn from the expertise of our diverse faculty and be challenged in new ways. Over time, you will grow academically and personally as you work with professors and your peers. You will push past any limits you have set for yourself as you learn the skills that will allow you to dominate your chosen profession. Life at NSU extends well beyond the classroom, so I encourage you to explore your interests with our on-campus clubs, organizations, athletics, and internship opportunities. Your course at NSU is yours to chart, and I am confident that you will make the best choices and have enriching experiences. I urge you to keep your aim beyond your reach as you pursue your goals, guided by integrity above all. Your journey at NSU doesn’t end when you graduate, as you will always be connected to the Shark alumni family of 210,000+ strong globally—and growing! Go Sharks, and FINS UP! Sincerely, George L. Hanbury II, Ph.D. President and CEO Nova Southeastern University Message from the President
2 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Foreword/Reservation of Power Foreword For the purpose of promoting its educational mission, Nova Southeastern University (NSU) has the inherent right to preserve order and maintain stability through the setting of standards of conduct and the prescribing of procedures for the enforcement of such standards. In addition to maintaining order and stability, whenever possible, the university aims to utilize its disciplinary procedures as a developmental process. In accordance with this philosophy, educational assignments may be added to any disciplinary penalties. The foundation underlying such student standards relies on the tenet that the exercise of individual rights must be accompanied by an equal amount of responsibility. This assures that the same rights are not denied to others. By becoming a member of the university community, a student acquires rights in, as well as responsibilities to, the whole university community. These rights and responsibilities are included in this handbook. Students are required to comply with all NSU regulations as well as all local, city, county, state, and federal laws at all times. All students are subject to the policies and procedures as contained herein. The term “students” includes any individual enrolled in a course or academic program offered by NSU, whether in a degree-seeking program or not. In addition, any student residing in university residence facilities is subject to these policies and procedures for violations occurring within those facilities. Any act that constitutes a violation or an attempt to violate any of the policies or procedures contained herein may establish cause for disciplinary and/or legal action by the university. In circumstances where this handbook defines a violation more stringently or differently than local/state law, the handbook’s definition shall supersede. The university is not limited to or bound by the definitions contained in the local/state statutes or case law in addressing student conduct violations. Students are also subject to rules and regulations that apply to academic programs of the various schools and colleges of the university, including, but not limited to, the Code of Student Conduct and Academic Responsibility. Students should familiarize themselves with their individual college academic, conduct, and professionalism standards, in addition to the information contained in the NSU Student Handbook. Students who engage in conduct that endangers their health or safety, or the health or safety of others, may be required to participate and make satisfactory progress in a program of medical evaluation and/or treatment if they are to remain at the university, reside in university housing, participate in any program, service, or activity offered by NSU, or if their physical presence is to be permitted on campus or university properties. The determination as to the student’s participation and progress is to be made by the NSU Student Behavioral Concerns Committee. The university reserves the right to place conditions upon or require the withdrawal of a student from enrollment, university housing, or participation in any program, service, or activity offered by NSU, and/or to prohibit the student’s physical presence on university campuses and properties when the student’s continuation or presence therein, in the university’s judgment, is detrimental to the health or safety of the student or others. Policies and procedures associated with the Student Behavioral Concerns Committee can be found on the NSU Student Conduct website at nova.edu/studentconduct/Student%20Behavioral%20Concerns%20 Committee%20Policies.html.
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