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Note:If the Dean of Students determines that a student poses a safety risk to anyone in the MethodistUniversity Community, the Dean of Students has the authority to remove the student from campus,including classes, immediately.APPEALSCriteria for an AppealConsideration for an appeal will be based on one of the following:1. information is available that was not available at the time of the decision;2. the sanction that was given is inconsistent with the Methodist University Judicial Code;3. the facts of the case would not convince a reasonable person of the guilt of the accused;4. the Methodist University personnel/staff failed to follow established procedures, which significantlyimpacted the rights of the student.In order to submit an appeal, the student must complete an Appeal Form, which may be obtained in theStudent Development Office.Appeal Advice for StudentsStudents, who are facing suspension or expulsion, are encouraged to seek the immediate counsel ofMethodist University’s Judicial Advisor, Tracey Pearson. Tracey Pearson, who operates independently ofthe Dean of Students office, will advise the student about whether or not there are appropriate groundsfor an appeal to the Appeal Board. If it is determined that there are sufficient grounds for an appeal,Tracey Pearson will guide the student through the appeal process. Tracey Pearson also has the authorityto meet with the Dean of Students to discuss the elements of the student’s appeals. When appropriate,such discussions, in and of themselves, can lead to a change in the sanctions that have been issuedby the Dean of Students.Tracey Pearson can be reached at her office in the library by calling 630-7587. She can also be reachedvia e-mail at tpearson@methodist.edu.Special Appeal RightsIn cases were Sexual MisConduct has been alleged, the accused and the student who brought thecharges forth have a right to an appeal.AppealsAppeals must be submitted in writing, by completing an Appeal Form, to the Associate Dean for StudentDevelopment and Services within two business days after the date of the hearing.APPEAL BODIESDean of StudentsThe Dean of Students will hear appeals originating out of the Student Community Court. The Dean ofStudents shall conduct investigations and interviews as the Dean deems appropriate. Hearings beforethe Dean of Students are recorded on audio tape. Hearings before the Dean of Students are closed.The Dean of Students has the authority to:1.) to affirm the decision of the Student Community Court2.) to negate or to alter the decision of the Student Community Court3.) render a new decision and impose new sanctions if appropriateThe decision of the Dean of Students is the final decision of an appeal that originates out of the StudentCommunity Court.Review BoardThe Review Board is appointed by the President of the University. The board will consist of a chairperson,one faculty member, one staff member and one student. The chairperson will not vote. The ReviewBoard will review the appeals of the Dean of Students and decide if a case meets one of the criteria foran appeal. If the Review Board determines that the case meets one of the criteria for an appeal, thecase will be set aside to be heard by the Appeal Board. If the case does not meet any of the criteria foran appeal, the Review Board will dismiss the appeal. All meetings of the Review Board are closed. TheReview Board will review the written documents of the case and the appeal form submitted by the student.83