Where a University policy applies, the Program shall comply with the University policy in addition to applicable Program requirements.
XXVI. RELATIONSHIP TO STUDENT ACADEMIC PROGRESSION The grievance and appeal process does not replace the Program's responsibility to conduct frequent, objective, and documented evaluations of student performance. The Program shall continue to evaluate student performance and identify deficiencies in a timely manner. A student grievance shall not automatically eliminate an academic requirement or prevent the Program from addressing an identified academic or professional deficiency. Similarly, the initiation of a grievance shall not automatically constitute evidence that an academic decision was improper. XXVII. DOCUMENTATION AND RECORD RETENTION The Program shall maintain appropriate documentation of formal grievances and appeals consistent with NLU record-retention requirements. Documentation may include:
Original complaint or appeal; Supporting documentation;
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Correspondence;
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Investigation materials;
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Meeting notes;
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Decisions; Appeals;
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Final determinations; Interim measures;
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Resolution documentation; and
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• Evidence of communication to the student.
Student records shall be maintained in a manner consistent with FERPA and NLU records policies.
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