You dream of becoming a physician. You’ve spent years focused on achieving your goal of enrolling in medical school. Now, as a medical student at the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in Omaha, Nebraska, a bright and fulfilling future lies ahead of you.
UNMC College of Medicine is a leader in medical education, with graduates well-trained to work in primary care or specialty fields. Additionally, its faculty performs innovative medical research. Faculty members, administrators, and students collaborate to create a community dedicated to cultivating tomorrow’s physicians and advancing medical knowledge.
As a student, it can be devastating to be accused of misconduct within your medical school community. After all, you worked hard to gain a seat at UNMC College of Medicine, and any allegation made against you may jeopardize your education and your future.
The LLF National Law Firm Student Defense Team helps students accused of misconduct, including sexual misconduct. If you have been accused of violating UNMC College of Medicine’s student code of conduct or sexual misconduct policy, contact our experienced attorneys by phone at 888-535-3686 or through a confidential consultation form.
UNMC College of Medicine Academic Misconduct Policy
UNMC College of Medicine’s Student Code of Conduct promotes academic integrity and responsible conduct.
Allegations of academic misconduct can lead to serious student disciplinary sanctions. At UNMC Center College of Medicine, the conduct code prohibits student misconduct such as:
- Cheating
- Dishonesty, falsification, and fabrication
- Taking harmful academic action towards others
- Improperly helping others
- ·Failing to follow the rules
Additionally, UNMC College of Medicine expects its students to behave as responsible members of the university and broader community, engaging in responsible behavior and avoiding activities that threaten the safety of the community.
Student behavior that violates the UNMC College of Medicine’s standard of conduct includes, but is not limited to:
- Illegally using, possessing, manufacturing, selling, or distributing illegal drugs, narcotics, or controlled substances
- Using, possessing, selling, or Distributing Prescription Drugs when not legally permitted or authorized
- Misuse of alcoholic beverages
- Engaging in, or attempting to engage in, behavior that may cause harm to an individual or property,
- Hazing
- Misusing UNMC College of Medicine computer and network systems
- Threatening community safety
After the university receives information about a potential violation, a Conduct Officer may begin an investigation. If, after the investigation, the Conduct Officer determines there is no reasonable basis to believe a violation occurred, no further action is taken.
The Conduct Officer may seek an administrative resolution or schedule a hearing if they have a reasonable belief that the accused student violated student conduct standards.
An administrative resolution is an agreement between the university and the student in which the student either admits to a violation and agrees to a sanction or the student does not admit to a violation but agrees to a sanction.
Possible sanctions range from a written warning or community service to suspension or expulsion from the university.
A hearing is held before a Hearing Officer or the University Conduct Board (UCB). The UCB hears matters that may result in suspension or expulsion from the UNMCCollege of Medicine. A Hearing Officer oversees all other matters unless the Conduct Officer or the accused student requests a hearing before the UCB.
During a hearing, the accused student’s advisor may consult with the accused but may not directly participate in the hearing. An experienced member of our Student Defense Team can serve as your advisor, providing guidance and assistance throughout the investigation, assisting in negotiating an administrative agreement, or collaborating with you during an administrative hearing.
An advisor may attend the informal meeting with the accused student but may not directly participate in the conduct process.
At the conclusion of the hearing, the Conduct Officer or UCB decides if a violation has occurred and, if appropriate, determines the sanction. If found to have violated the standards of conduct, the accused may appeal the decision on limited grounds.
Unfortunately, mistakes during an academic integrity proceeding can destroy a student’s future. If you are accused of violating the standards of conduct at UNMC College of Medicine, let the LLF National Firm help. Our experienced attorneys can serve as your advisor and help protect you and your future.
Sexual Misconduct and Student Discipline at UNMC College of Medicine
At UNMC College of Medicine, Executive Memorandum No. 38 explains the investigative and adjudicative process for student sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual violence, dating violence, domestic violence, or stalking.
The policy outlines the university’s Title IX-compliant procedures, which include:
- Formal Complaint: The UNMC College of Medicine’s grievance process begins when the complainant files or the Title IX Coordinator signs a formal complaint requesting that the UNMC College of Medicine investigate the allegation.
- Investigation: An investigation is conducted by the Title IX Coordinator or other investigators. Investigators gather evidence through meetings with the complainant, the accused, and other relevant witnesses. The accused student may submit information or materials to the investigator. The investigator prepares a report summarizing the relevant evidence.
- Hearing: After the investigative report is complete, UNMC College of Medicine will conduct a hearing to determine if there has been a violation of the sexual misconduct policy. The accused will have an opportunity to discuss and explain their position, present evidence (documents and witnesses), and have their advisor ask questions of the other party and witnesses.
The Hearing Board then determines whether the accused violated the sexual misconduct policy and, if so, any disciplinary sanctions imposed. Possible sanctions include a written warning, probation, expulsion, suspension from university housing, restrictions on student employment, withholding the award of a degree, and suspension or expulsion from UNMC College of Medicine.
- Appeal: The Hearing Board’s determination may be appealed for seven days after the decision is delivered to the parties. A determination can be appealed on limited grounds.
An accused student may choose an advisor to provide support, guidance, advice, or accompany the accused to meetings or proceedings. The advisor may also participate in the cross-examination of witnesses during the hearing.
The experienced attorneys from the LLF National Law Firm can play a critical role as your advisor, helping you navigate any sexual misconduct investigation or hearing.
Your Future. Our Priority.
The stakes are high when a medical student faces misconduct allegations. Individuals found responsible for a violation may have their education interrupted and graduation delayed. Additionally, future fellowships and employment opportunities may be limited if a student is sanctioned.
When you enrolled at UNMC College of Medicine, you believed your education would be the foundation for your future. Let the LLF National Law Firm defend you and your education and career. Our experienced student defense attorneys can help develop a comprehensive defense strategy and:
- Analyze student conduct or Title IX allegations made against you
- Perform an independent investigation focused on identifying, exonerating witnesses, and collecting mitigating evidence
- Review the UNMC College of Medicine’s investigatory and adjudicatory process for compliance with the school’s policies and procedures and federal due process requirements
- Serve as your advisor during any disciplinary investigation or hearing
With the LLF National Law Firm on your side, you don’t have to face misconduct allegations alone. Call our Student Defense Team at 888-535-3686 or contact us online.