GRIEVANCES
Students sometimes wish to express a grievance or appeal a decision affecting their progress at the college, in particular, a course grade, academic probation, or dismissal. QVCC aspires to the spirit of fairness and to resolution of problems resulting from decisions which seem unjust.
In many situations, a lack of information causes the problem. Therefore, direct appeals are usually most effective. A grade should be discussed first with the faculty member involved. In those instances where this recourse fails to settle the question, the case should be taken to the Dean of Learning and Student Development of the College.
The Dean may also be contacted to discuss the appropriateness of an appeal of grievance. Appeals regarding academic probation or suspension should be made directly to the dean. The ultimate authority within the College for resolving appeals rests with the President.
For complete information refer to the grievance policy in this handbook under the Policy on Student Rights, Section 2.
last update: 10/03/2006