Student Policies
Attendance and Absence
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This policy establishes guidelines and procedures for attendance and absences during all phases of the Medical Student curriculum: Preclerkship Phase: This curriculum phase of study is defined as the first 18-months of medical school with focus... more
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The attendance policy for students in the Commitment to Underserved People (CUP) program, updated 10/06/2014.
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Applies to approved excused absences for the class of 2025 and class of 2026 in the Pre-clerkship Phase. Effective immediately. Expires May 31, 2023
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Applies to approved excused absences for the class of 2025 and class of 2026 in the Pre-clerkship Phase. Effective immediately. Expires May 31, 2023
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Leave of Absence policy from the Educational Policy Committee.
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Duty hour policy created to parallel ACGME standards, with the understanding that medical students are supervised in all patient care activities and do not make independent patient care decisions.
Diversity
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A statement affirming the commitment of the College of Medicine – Tucson to diversity, approved by the Faculty in November, 2010. The Office of Institutional Equity oversees policies and procedures related to diversity and non-discrimination in... more
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The University of Arizona is committed to creating and maintaining an environment free of discrimination. This policy defines discrimination and harrassment, and explains the obligations of the UA and all employees, students, and other community... more
Grading and Progression
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"Integrity and ethical behavior are expected of every student in all academic work," per this UA policy.
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The MD curriculum is designed through educational principles that are distinctive to the program. This faculty adopt these principles to ensure medical students will be well prepared for advanced study in any clinical discipline.
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Effects of Infectious and/or Environmental Disease or Disability on Medical Student Learning Activities PolicyThis policy is intended to describe the process for students who experience the effects of infectious and/or environmental disease or disability on medical student learning activities.
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Applies to approved excused absences for the class of 2025 and class of 2026 in the Pre-clerkship Phase. Effective immediately. Expires May 31, 2023
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Applies to approved excused absences for the class of 2025 and class of 2026 in the Pre-clerkship Phase. Effective immediately. Expires May 31, 2023
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A student may appeal a final grade for a course, block, elective or clerkship if the student believes that the grade does not adequately represent their performance in the course.
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This policy comprehensively defines the ways that medical students' academic performance is assessed. This policy also outlines processes for remediating or otherwise responding to unsatisfactory performance, up to and including dismissal from the... more
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This policy outlines the principles of academic integrity and the rules governing the student honor code committee.
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Leave of Absence policy from the Educational Policy Committee.
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All users (faculty, students, and administration) within and outside the University of Arizona – College of Medicine – Tucson, shall comply with the rules and regulations expressed in this Policy.
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This policy is intended to describe the process for student challenges to Pre-Clerkship high-stakes exam items and any resulting grade changes that might take place after a post exam review.
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All student surveys must be reviewed and approved through the Office of Curricular Affairs prior to disseminating and gathering survey data of UACOM-T medical students. Local concerns with students being over-surveyed echo national concerns of... more
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Mutual responsibilities among learners, educators and administrators at the College of Medicine – Tucson.
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To ensure that incoming medical students are able to complete the entire curriculum established by the College of Medicine, the College requires that each student be able to meet the technical standards defined in this document.
Graduation Requirements
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These enrollment policies outline which blocks, courses, clerkships and electives students must enroll in to graduate with the MD degree.
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This policy comprehensively defines the ways that medical students' academic performance is assessed. This policy also outlines processes for remediating or otherwise responding to unsatisfactory performance, up to and including dismissal from the... more
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A policy specifying that the MD curriculum and graduation requirements may evolve during a student's time at the College of Medicine – Tucson.
Professionalism and Integrity
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These Attributes of Professional Behavior describe behaviors that medical students are expected to develop during the course of their education, both in the classroom and in the community in which the educational mission operates.
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"Integrity and ethical behavior are expected of every student in all academic work," per this UA policy.
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Policy regarding fingerprinting and background check requirements for students at the College of Medicine.
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This policy reflects the expected behaviors that allow unsupervised access to the Gross Anatomy Lab.
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The University of Arizona is committed to creating and maintaining an environment free of discrimination. This policy defines discrimination and harrassment, and explains the obligations of the UA and all employees, students, and other community... more
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Professionalism policy and procedures for learners and faculty.
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Overview of policies governing professionalism for all College of Medicine students, staff members and faculty.
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The University of Arizona policy on Protected Health Information and the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Additional information is also available from the Office for the Responsible Conduct of Research.
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Guidelines for the responsible use of social media by individuals affiliated with the College of Medicine.
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Overall student code of conduct policy for the University of Arizona.
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Policy governing student disciplinary procedures at the University of Arizona.
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Dress code for MD students.
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2021-2022 Student Manual (Pre-Clerkship)
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2022-2023 Student Manual (Pre-Clerkship)
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Covers student use of educational material posted on ArizonaMed Online which contains material not licensed for distribution outside our curriculum.
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Mutual responsibilities among learners, educators and administrators at the College of Medicine – Tucson.
Student Safety and Security
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This policy is intended for all medical students in their clinical rotations. All Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) supplies are to be provided by the clinical site. If the site or learners rotating to that site require specialized PPE, they must... more
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Effects of Infectious and/or Environmental Disease or Disability on Medical Student Learning Activities PolicyThis policy is intended to describe the process for students who experience the effects of infectious and/or environmental disease or disability on medical student learning activities.
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This policy reflects the expected behaviors that allow unsupervised access to the Gross Anatomy Lab.
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The Interim International Travel Policy of the University of Arizona applies to students, faculty and staff. Also see the International Travel Registration and Resources Portal, which provides a variety of tools and resources for those planning to... more
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The University of Arizona policy on Protected Health Information and the Health Information Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). Additional information is also available from the Office for the Responsible Conduct of Research.
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Establishes policy and procedures for student occupational exposure to potentially infectious agents and/or hazardous materials. Also known as the "needle stick" policy.
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Key information for general student safety. Includes BlueLight maps, phone number, procedures, and alerts.
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Governs the requirement to supervise medical students in clinical situations, including definitions of the supervising physician, levels of supervision, and the procedures for such supervision.
Student Health
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Effects of Infectious and/or Environmental Disease or Disability on Medical Student Learning Activities PolicyThis policy is intended to describe the process for students who experience the effects of infectious and/or environmental disease or disability on medical student learning activities.
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University of Arizona policy on required immunizations of students.
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Leave of Absence policy from the Educational Policy Committee.
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A policy detailing the requirement for medical students to carry health insurance coverage.
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The College of Medicine has secured a group disability insurance plan through Guardian for all medical students. This plan is both comprehensive and affordable and does not require any pre-issuance testing or medical examinations. The details of the... more
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Establishes policy and procedures for student occupational exposure to potentially infectious agents and/or hazardous materials. Also known as the "needle stick" policy.
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This Policy provides the guidelines for maintaining patient safety and establishing reasonable accommodation, confidentiality, and respect for a student who is a carrier of, or has, a bloodborne infection that poses a risk to patients and other... more
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Technical Standards Evaluation Policy
Technology
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This policy outlines the expectations for medical student use of Electronic Medical Record systems they interact with in the clinical setting.
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Guidelines for the responsible use of social media by individuals affiliated with the College of Medicine.