Step Three - Appeal
If the grievance is not resolved satisfactorily in Step Two, a written formal appeal may be filed with the Office of the President. The appeal must provide a written summary of the specific facts and must contain any other documentation pertinent to the matter. The President will convene the Grievance Committee that will hear all parties involved in the grievance and render a written decision within 10 business days of receipt of the appeal.
a. Time limits under the procedure may be changed by mutual agreement only.
b. The first meeting will be called by the President or by the Chair of the Board of Trustees if the grievance is related to the president. The grievance committee will consist of four standing members one of which will be named the Chair and one additional member which will be selected at the time of the Grievance. A recorder will be assigned to document the proceedings. The parties involved may challenge the impartiality of any of the members selected by the president or by the chair of the Board of Trustees. This committee will act as a hearing committee for all student grievances. The Committee’s decision is final.