Students have the right to appeal decisions that negatively impact their academic progress, including grade disputes or faculty decisions. The following steps should be followed:
- Attempt to resolve the issue directly with the faculty member involved.
- If unresolved, the student must inform the Graduate Chair or Department Chair of their intent to appeal, both in writing and orally.
- A committee of three faculty members will be appointed to review the case and make a recommendation to the graduate committee.
- The graduate committee will review the recommendation and make a final decision within four weeks unless exceptional circumstances arise.