Review of Academic Progress

Each student’s progress toward completion of degree requirements and academic performance is continuously monitored and evaluated, both formally and informally. The review considers student performance in (1) coursework, (2) major examinations, (3) research assistance and (4) research projects. A formal review is conducted annually by the Executive Committee of all students in the program. If concerns are raised, the Executive Officer meets with the student to discuss the recommendations of the Executive Committee. Subsequent reviews are carried out informally by each student’s adviser/mentor during the various activities of doctoral study. Major advisers and research supervisors should provide ongoing feedback to their students with respect to their progress and performance.

Students employed as research assistants, Graduate Teaching Fellows, classroom instructors, or clinical supervisors must show satisfactory performance in these activities. If performance is found to be unsatisfactory, such employment may be terminated. This type of termination is independent of satisfactory academic progress.