Dispute Resolution Board (DRB)
The Dispute Resolution Board adjudicates grade appeals, student grievances and cheating and plagiarism cases. The formal policies governing grade appeals, student grievances and cheating and plagiarism can be found under Resources for Faculty.
DEADLINES for submitting appeals to the Board and Meeting Dates of the Board to Consider Disputes - all grade appeals, student grievances and cheating/plagiarism charges should be filed with the Senate Analyst via email [email protected].
Time limits for filing appeals can be found on the Cover Sheets and below.
Questions about these forms, the Dispute Resolution Board or filing an appeal may be directed via email to the Academic Senate Analyst or the Chair of the Dispute Resolution Board.
SSU Policies closely related to the work of the DRB
Resources for Students
Please note that you MUST attempt informal resolution with your Instructor, Department Chair, and College Dean for the informal process of a grade appeal or student grievance prior to submitting a request for formal resolution with the Dispute Resolution Board (DRB). See the policies closely related to the work of the DRB listed and linked on this page for additional information. If there are complications encountered in the informal process, contact the Academic Senate Office for guidance. If your case is informally resolved after you have filed a formal request for resolution with the Dispute Resolution Board, contact the Academic Senate Office as soon as possible to discontinue the formal resolution process.
- Handbook for Students: Grade Appeals & Student Grievances
- Grade Appeal Student Resources:
- Student Grievance Student Resources:
- Cheating or Plagiarism Student Resources:
- Advice for Writing an Appeal for the Board
Resources for Faculty
Forms
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Cover Sheet for Cheating or Plagiarism Charges
Use this cover sheet when filing a formal charge of cheating or plagiarism
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Faculty Attempt Form for Cheating and Plagiarism
Use this form with students for which you have evidence of cheating or plagiarism. Students have three options when presented with this form. Once this is signed, send it to the Student Conduct Officer. If a student refuses to sign, you may proceed with a formal charge of cheating or plagiarism.
Procedures
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Step by Step Guide on Cheating and Plagiarism for SSU Faculty
This document explains the process for reporting cheating and plagiarism.