Student Handbook - Zayed University

STUDENT POLICIES
a review panel composed of an administrator, a faculty member and a
U.A.E. National from among University staff. The panel reviews the item
that has been challenged and determines appropriate action. You will
then be notified of the panel’s decision.
Classroom Materials and Incidents
If you wish to challenge materials or incidents in a class, you must fill
out and submit a Challenged Materials or Incident form to the college
assistant dean. (See ACA-ADM-09 under Policies on the ZU Intranet.)
A review panel composed of an administrator, a faculty member and
a U.A.E. National from among University staff will be established. The
panel will review the item that has been challenged and determine
appropriate action. You will be notified of the panel’s decision.
Materials will not be removed from class use unless the panel determines
that they are inappropriate. If the panel determines that an incident was
inappropriate, the panel will explain its position to the instructor.
STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Student Rights
You have the right to be taken seriously as a responsible student and
to be treated with respect and consideration by all members of the
University community. You have the right to pursue your studies without
unwarranted intrusion. Within the University, you will be encouraged
to think critically and globally, understanding and appreciating diverse
views, and to develop the intellectual competencies and work habits
appropriate to your field of study and career aspirations. The University
will treat you with respect and ensure that your rights are protected.
The University will maintain the confidentiality of its transactions with
you, save where it is the University’s obligation to inform your parent or
guardian of your academic progress or personal behavior.
38 Zayed University Student Handbook 2012 - 2013