Student Handbook

The College of Medicine – Tucson (COM-T) is dedicated to creating an inclusive environment that respects and supports all identities, including gender expressions. This policy states students ability to select a preferred first name and designate pronouns that reflect their identities. Preferred names will be used in various university systems and documents, while legal names will remain for official records as required by law. Students can easily update their preferred names and pronouns through the UAccess Student Center. Faculty and staff are encouraged to use these preferences to foster respect and inclusivity within the learning environment.

This policy outlines principles and guidelines for the appropriate use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools, including but not limited to generative AI systems, machine learning platforms, and image recognition software, by medical students. It emphasizes ethical considerations, responsible usage, proper citation of AI tools, and HIPAA compliance in clinical documentation. Any use of AI for clinical documentation must adhere to the policies and guidelines of the clinical site and comply with HIPAA regulations to ensure the confidentiality and security of patient information. AI tools may not be used for writing History and Physicals (H&Ps) in the Doctor & Patient Course.

To ensure the integrity and fairness of the grading process, this policy restricts access to course-related evaluations until after all final grades have been officially submitted and recorded.

This policy applies to all directors and coordinators responsible for the administration of any course, block, clerkship, or elective within the medical education program leading to the MD degree.

This policy establishes the protocols and standards for students in the Preclerkship Phase who will use the ExamSoft examination system for graded and non-graded assessments, and for students in the Clerkship Phase who will use the online National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) shelf examination system and the ExamSoft examination system (during Intersessions) for graded and non-graded assessments. This policy is in place to ensure that students have efficient, fair, and positive experiences on assessment days.

Preclerkship Student Manual for the Class of 2027 (AY 2023-24)

Preclerkship Student Manual for the Class of 2028 (AY 2024-25)

This document provides answers to some frequently asked questions to guide MD students through the Tuition and Fees Refund Policy.

This policy outlines expectations for students logging duty hours, required clinical conditions/patient encounters (experience logbooks), alternative experiences, and History and Physical Exams (H&Ps) for each clerkship in MedLearn.

This policy outlines options for medical students in the Preclerkship Phase who require parental leave. This policy takes effect beginning in Academic Year 2024–25 with the classes of 2027 and 2028.

This policy establishes parameters for student workload during the Preclerkship Phase.

Note: This policy is effective with the Classes of 2027 and 2028 beginning July 22, 2024.