2026 – 2027 Nova Southeastern University Student Handbook Page 36 SBCC and is present to offer resources, recommendations, and assistance to the SBCC. The Dean of Students is also a non-voting member. At least three members of the SBCC, excluding the Dean of Students, must be convened to issue involuntary removal. The SBCC’s decision need not be unanimous, but a simple majority of those convened is required to render a decision. 4. The SBCC will consider all relevant information including the following: a. any relevant information from the student’s educational record, including student conduct or other documented behavioral issues b. any recent reports of behavioral concerns c. any other relevant information, such as public or arrest records d. all documentation and information provided by the student e. any information provided by healthcare providers (see below) f. any potential modifications, ADA accommodations, or academic considerations appropriate to the situation 5. As the SBCC seeks information regarding the student’s ability to function academically and safely at the university, with or without reasonable ADA accommodations or academic considerations, the SBCC may request information from the student’s healthcare provider(s). To that end, the SBCC may request that the student execute a release of information providing NSU personnel temporary authority to obtain information from the student’s healthcare provider(s), and/or documentation from a third-party provider, regarding issues relevant and appropriate to the consideration of a removal. If the student refuses to execute a release of information, the SBCC may proceed with the assessment based on information in their possession at the time. 6. The SBCC may also request to speak with the student’s treatment provider(s). The SBCC will give significant weight to the opinion of the student’s treatment provider(s) regarding the student’s ability to function academically and safely at the university, with or without reasonable ADA accommodations or academic considerations. If the SBCC determines that the information provided by the treatment provider is incomplete, requires further explanation or clarification, or is inconsistent with other information in the student’s record, the SBCC, with proper authorization, may contact the treatment provider(s) to obtain additional information. In certain circumstances, the university may require the student to undergo an additional evaluation by an objective professional designated by NSU, if the SBCC believes it will facilitate a more informed decision. 7. The SBCC will explore potential reasonable ADA accommodations and/or modifications or academic considerations that could obviate the need for involuntary removal. These may include the student’s option to voluntarily drop or withdraw from classes; take a leave of absence when appropriate; and accept academic accommodations or housing and dining modifications, as well as possible exceptions to university policies, rules, and regulations. This includes consulting with the NSU Office of Disability Services, and/or other appropriate offices as needed, to determine if there are reasonable ADA accommodations or academic considerations that would permit the student to participate in the NSU community without involuntary removal. 8. When conducting an individualized assessment regarding a student’s status, the SBCC may also confer, as feasible and when appropriate in a particular matter, with others regarding the need for removal. This may include, but is not limited to, faculty, academic advisers, residence hall staff, coaches, administrators, and/or other individuals as may be appropriate in an individual matter. 9. The SBCC will pay particular attention to the factors established in this policy. Before involuntarily removing a student, the SBCC will conduct an individualized assessment as to each factor, based on reasonable judgment that relies on current medical knowledge or the best available objective evidence,
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