2013 – 2014 - Barton College

100 Academic Regulationsextenuating circumstances for failure to appear or to submit materials). The Committeewill make a final decision based on a review of materials that have been submitted fromSteps #1, 2 and 3, and the process that has been followed. The Committee will also heartestimony from all parties. The rule of the Committee shall be final. There is nofurther appeal.Procedural Guidelines1. No legal counsel will be present during the grade appeal process.2. The student may withdraw the appeal at any juncture by a written request to the chair/dean who will notify the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.3. If in Step #1, the student, because of the absence of the instructor, meets with theChair or the Dean and there is no resolution, the next step in the process will be #3.4. Appeals will normally be heard during the fall and spring semesters. Appeals mustbe heard during other terms if the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs orthe Registrar determines the need.5. Both the student and the instructor are entitled to the following due process rightsduring all formal proceedings:a) To be informed of all formal hearings and to be present.b) To cross-examine the witness.c) To have the information regarding the case kept confidential.6. The committee hearing will be audio taped except for deliberations.7. The records of the Committee shall be on file in the Office of the Provost and VicePresident for Academic Affairs for five years. Only the President, the Provost and VicePresident for Academic Affairs, and the Board of Trustees may have access to them.Honor CodeThe mission of the College is rooted in our commitment to developing ethical and sociallyresponsible behavior in all human relationships. Responsible living in a community of learnersrequires adherence to demanding standards.Members of the Barton Community Will:• Express opinions with civility.• Show consideration and respect for the opinions of others.• Promote the honor code in all their actions for the benefit of the community of learnersat Barton.