PHYSICAL SCIENCES DIVISION STATEMENT OF STANDARDS
The Physical Sciences Division (PSD) is committed to creating a climate that supports robust education, research, and student and faculty development. Abuses of authority are unacceptable in the PSD.
This policy establishes a process by which currently enrolled graduate students and students on an approved leave of absence in the PSD may file a formal grievance alleging abuse of authority by faculty, other academic appointees, postdoctoral researchers, or staff.
This policy also offers options for informal means for resolving conflicts or addressing concerns (including conflicts or concerns that do not involve allegations of abuse of authority) and information about offices and individuals who can support students.
Absent exceptional circumstances, the PSD requires students to attempt informal resolution for addressing all conflicts, concerns, or complaints alleging abuse of authority before filing a formal grievance.
Grievances Involving Individuals from Other Academic Units
In a case where a PSD student has a potential grievance alleging abuse of authority by someone outside the PSD, students should follow the grievance policy of the PSD.
Office of the Provost
In extraordinary circumstances, students may request that a grievance case be handled by the Office of the Provost rather than the PSD. To request Office of the Provost review, students must provide a supporting rationale for why their case cannot be fairly heard within the PSD. Please review the University Grievance Policy for Graduate Students in the Student Manual.