Students who enroll in the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry agree to adhere to the school's policies and procedures and to conform their conduct to the standards of the school and of the law. Students who fail to do so are subject to all sanctions or other appropriate action by the school, up to and including interim or indefinite suspension and final dismissal.
In cases where the school determines in its judgment that a student's continued enrollment at the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry would not be prudent, including but not limited to the student's violation of standards of conduct, inadequate academic performance and/or a judgment that the student has failed to demonstrate attributes of character which the school believes are necessary to qualify students to practice dentistry, the school may terminate the student's enrollment and/or refuse to award a degree.
All allegations of unethical student behavior are investigated by a senior faculty member (appointed by the dean) acting as an initial reviewer. If there is sufficient evidence to support the allegations and the student agrees to the proposed sanction, the initial reviewer recommends the appropriate disciplinary action to the dean. If the student disagrees with the findings of the initial reviewer or the proposed sanction, the allegation will then be forwarded to the Ethics Committee.
The Ethics Committee conducts hearings on matters related to student behavior and violations of the Code of Ethics. The Ethics Committee is a joint faculty-administrative committee comprised of a chair selected by the Dental Faculty Council, three elected faculty members and three elected students, one from each class. In addition, four elected faculty members and the vice president of each class act as alternates, and may be called to serve during committee review of a complaint that may involve an elected member or when an elected member is unable to be present. Recommendations of the Ethics Committee are submitted to the dean for appropriate action. Privileged information related to petitions, petitioners and all deliberations and recommendations of the committee are to be treated as confidential and will remain "in committee" except as reported through appropriate channels.
In either case, the recommendation of the Dean can only be appealed through University channels (Office of Provost).
All student appeals of decisions regarding grading and academic progress are the purview of the Student Appeals Committee, which is a joint faculty-administrative committee comprised of a chair appointed by the dean, three elected faculty members, and two elected students, one each from the second and third year classes. In addition, four elected faculty members and the vice president of each class may act as alternates during committee review of an appeal that may involve an elected member or when an elected member is unable to be present. Committee functions are described in this catalog section titled "Standing Committees." Recommendations of the Student Appeals Committee are submitted to the dean for appropriate action, but review by the Student Appeals Committee shall not be regarded as forfeiting a petitioner's right to further recourse through university channels. Privileged information related to petitions, petitioners, and all deliberations and recommendations of the committee are to be treated as confidential and will remain "in committee" except as reported through appropriate channels.
California state law stipulates that only persons 21 years of age or older may possess and consume alcoholic beverages. Compliance with this law is the student's obligation. University policy, however, permits students of legal drinking age to consume and possess alcoholic beverages on university premises so long as it is (a) restricted to the privacy of their own living space as determined by contract or (b) at a duly registered event which permits the serving of alcoholic beverages.
University students, regardless of age, are prohibited from possessing and consuming alcoholic beverages in any public university area, including grounds. Sale and distribution of alcoholic beverages on university premises by anyone for money, token in lieu of money, or any other device which in fact constitutes sale, is not permitted. Drunk and disorderly behavior is prohibited. Off campus use of alcoholic beverages by individuals, groups, or university organizations renders the individual or individuals involved responsible under local and state laws.
Student involvement in the illegal possession, sale use or distribution on or off university premises of drugs or similar substances designated illegal by state or federal law is prohibited and will result in dismissal from the school.
The possession, display, or use of firearms of all descriptions, including air-powered weapons, or any instruments that can be construed as dangerous weapons is not permitted on or immediately adjacent to, school premises and/or in connection with a school activity. California Penal Code 626.9 and 626.10 specifically prohibit the possession of firearms, including pellet and BB guns, on school property, without specific written permission. The brandishing or use of such weapons on school premises shall be considered sufficient cause for immediate suspension pending an investigation and could result in dismissal from the school. Students living in housing must arrange for off-campus storage of firearms intended for hunting or target practice. This applies to those items intended for hunting or target practice; bladed instruments exceeding four inches in length; and bows and martial arts equipment except when related to an approved campus activity. The school reserves the right to confiscate firearms and other weapons found on school property.
The University of the Pacific, Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry makes admissions decisions regarding otherwise qualified students regardless of race, color, national and ethnic origin, ancestry, religion, religious creed, disability, citizenship status, military service status, medical conditions (cancer or genetic conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender or age. It grants otherwise qualified students all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school and does not discriminate on the grounds listed above in the administration of its educational programs, admissions, scholarship and loans, athletics or other school activities. Complete policy.
Recognizing that certain kinds of conditions may present problems for otherwise qualified students, the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry provides support for students with certified disabilities. The service is administered jointly through the Office of Student Services and the Office of Academic Affairs. The school complies with applicable law regarding reasonable accommodation, aids and assistance for otherwise qualified students with disabilities. Any individual who has been offered admission is encouraged to discuss with the admissions office his or her needs for accommodation. Complete policy.
In order to hold an elected or appointed office in the Associated Student Body, or to assume a major leadership position in an organization affiliated with and approved by the school, a student must be registered for a full-time course of study and must be in good academic and disciplinary standing, and maintain a Grade Point Average of 2.5 or higher in both clinical and didactic grades during the entire period of time in which he or she holds office. Failure to meet these academic standards will lead to autoamtic resignation from office.
All claims against the school or university for loss or damage arising from acts, omissions, or contingencies beyond the control of the university and its employees are hereby expressly waived. The waiver includes loss by fire, theft or natural catastrophe of any materials belonging to a member of the student body, whether such loss occurs on or off the school premises. Students agree to these conditions when they register.
June/July 2009
