considered a serious breach of academic integrity and will result in immediate academic probation, removal from clinical rotations, referral to the Progress and Promotions Committee, and possible dismissal. Pre-disclosed misdemeanor offenses will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Passing the drug screen means no positive results for any screened substances. Students who utilize screened substances for documented medical purposes are responsible for providing reasonable proof that the substance was prescribed and used for its intended purpose, including a current prescription or a letter from the prescribing clinician. Note that cannabis remains a Schedule I controlled substance under federal law; marijuana use does not qualify for medical exemption under this policy. Some clinical rotation sites may require additional or repeat background checks or drug screening prior to the student beginning a rotation. Students may not refuse such requirements and must comply in a timely manner. Students are responsible for all costs associated with background checks and drug screenings. Failure to pass either requirement will result in immediate placement on academic probation, removal from clinical rotations, and possible dismissal. Dress Code and Identification Policy Adherence to standards of professional appearance - including personal hygiene, dress, and safety - projects competence and credibility during interactions with patients, colleagues, and members of the general public. Clinical preceptors, site supervisors, office managers, and PA program faculty reserve the right to dismiss students from clinical sites for inappropriate or unprofessional attire. Students dismissed for dress code violations will receive a five -point deduction from the overall rotation grade for each infraction, and a professionalism report may be filed. Student Id entification • NLU PA Program student ID badges must be clearly visible at all times while in a clinical setting. • Students must wear a short white medical lab coat unless otherwise requested by the preceptor. • Students must clearly identify themselves to patients and clinical staff as a PA student, both verbally (First and Last Name, NLU Physician Assistant Student) and in all written documentation (First and Last Name, PA-S). Appearance Standards General Hygiene: Good personal hygiene at all times, including regular bathing, use of deodorant, and dental hygiene. Strong perfumes or colognes should be avoided. Clean
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