The University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics is a top-tier academic institution dedicated to educating and training tomorrow's top dentists and dental technicians. Its rigorous programs and adherence to strict research principles make it an incredible resource for aspiring dental professionals.
However, as the College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics has a reputation to maintain, it's not uncommon for students to find themselves mired in tricky dismissal situations that don't seem fair.
If you're facing dismissal for any reason, whether it be a disciplinary issue or allegations that you're failing to progress, Attorney-Advisor Joseph D. Lento and the Lento Law Firm Education Law Team are ready to help you defend your reputation and your future.
Reasons Why the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics Dismisses Students
Student dismissals can seem severe. That's because they are: In most cases, schools — including the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics — reserve dismissals for extreme circumstances.
According to the University's code of conduct and the Dean's Laws and Codes, student dismissals may occur in response to several events. These events include:
- Behavioral concerns (e.g., hazing and bullying)
- Cheating
- Unauthorized collaboration
- Sexual misconduct
- Professionalism concerns
- Plagiarism
However, a student might be at risk of dismissal for many reasons. Some may make sense. Others, less so.
For example, another common rationale schools may use when dismissing a student is "failure to progress.” If your educators allege you are not progressing as quickly through your dental school curricula as intended, the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics could recommend suspension or dismissal.
This can be a disproportionate response. Often, schools fail to consider the student's context or do not provide adequate support before recommending expulsion. Schools can also move to dismiss a student based on inaccurate student grades and performance data.
If you believe your school is preparing to dismiss you for any of the above (or other) reasons, you must move quickly. Your school's disciplinary processes can happen relatively fast — even if you don't believe there's any real reason the discipline is occurring.
What's the First Thing I Should Do If My School is Trying to Dismiss Me?
When you realize that your school could be trying to expel or dismiss you, call this number: 888.535.3686. Retaining the services of premier Attorney-advisor Joseph D. Lento and the Lento Law Firm Education Law Team is the best step you can take toward eventual success.
Doing this will accomplish a few things:
- It will take the stress of your case off your shoulders
- It will help your school take you seriously by showing you mean business
- It will connect you with a nationwide team with years of experience providing the exact services you need
- It will allow you to move as quickly as your school moves, which means you won't be blindsided or feel behind during your school's dismissal processes
The University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics will formally start its process by sending you a notice in the mail. (If you haven't retained the Lento Law Firm Education Law Team by the time you receive this notice, do so at once.) Then, your school will start its investigative process.
The University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics Dismissal Process
According to the University's code of conduct, after you receive that initiating notice, you should be on the lookout for the following events:
- The investigation. Your school and the Lento Law Firm Education Law Team will take some time to learn about your case.
- A formal hearing. The University will invite you to a hearing to make your case, review all gathered evidence, make a decision about your responsibility for the alleged events (or your failure to progress), and issue a recommendation for a sanction (such as dismissal).
Hearings can be stressful, but Attorney-Advisor Lento and his team will prepare you thoroughly. You'll know exactly what you need to say.
At the end of this process, you'll need to decide what to do about your sanction. Attorney-Advisor Lento and his team can help you determine which of your options is best for you.
What Should You Do After the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics Dismisses You?
Your options may include the following:
- Filing an appeal with the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics. You may be able to formally ask your school to reconsider its decisions or recommendations.
- Negotiate with the University of Iowa's Office of General Counsel. This can be a diplomatic and very successful approach. Attorney-Advisor Lento has seen promising results when speaking with school lawyers on behalf of his clients.
- File a lawsuit. If you need to file a suit, the Lento Law Firm Education Law Team can help you prepare.
Dental Students in Iowa: Call Joseph D. Lento Today for a Strong Defense
If you're a dental student, you've spent years investing in your future as a healthcare professional. Anything that might happen to interfere with your progression toward your degree could put all of those investments at risk.
When your professional future and reputation are on the line, you need an experienced attorney to guide you away from dismissal and undeserved discipline — and, instead, towards a more desirable outcome.
Attorney-advisor Joseph D. Lento and the Lento Law Firm Education Law Team have years of experience assisting students nationwide with successful education defense. Whether you require assistance navigating your school's codes of conduct, negotiating with your school's Office of General Counsel, or even supporting a lawsuit if needed, the Lento Law Firm Education Law Team is ready to provide the required services.
Contact us today at 888.535.3686, and we'll set up a consultation to learn more about your case. Alternatively, you can contact the Lento Law Firm online.
