The virtual and in-person classroom is a shared learning environment and students in the classroom are required to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Any activities that distract from the learning environment, including but not limited to playing computer games, updating social media, or talking may be considered disruptive activity.
A faculty member, instructor, or proctor may dismiss any student from class who is considered to be disruptive. Any student dismissed from class for disruptive or unprofessional behavior will be reported to the Associate/Assistant Dean of Student Affairs (or the appropriate Program Director in the event the behavior relates to an MSBS or PA student) for appropriate disciplinary action and may be required to appear before the Honor Code Committee or the Student Performance Committee.
Clerkship Training Site Behavior
Students are expected to always adhere to the highest level of professional conduct. Students will always treat all employees of Rocky Vista University and those in clinical training sites with respect and courtesy. Students will demonstrate ethically responsible behavior; act honestly and with integrity to patients, their representatives, faculty/preceptors, and coworkers. Students will preserve confidentiality and not discuss patients publicly or with unauthorized persons. No documents with patient-identifying information will leave the clinical setting. Compliance with all institutional regulations, including state and federal HIPAA laws, is expected.
The Preceptor has the authority to dismiss a student from the clerkship for violations of the student's duties and responsibilities as delineated in this manual, a threat to public health or safety, or as deemed appropriate for the continued operation of the clinical site. Any such action will result in evaluation by the Senior Associate Dean of Clinical Education or designee for review and possible disciplinary action. In addition, any problems or concerns affecting students not adequately resolved at the clinical training site should be referred to the appropriate Dean of Clinical Education. Students should read and comply with the Student Supervision Policy in the Clinical Education Manual.