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I received a call today from the Chair of the Division. She stated "I was unable to resolve the situation". She claims that "..because I did not receive your letter of appeal until December 19th, I was unable to to meet with the nursing faculty with the nursing faculty until today (Jan 2). "......Problem is that my first appeal letter was received by her on December 7th. It was forwarded by my attorney. She responded with a letter demanding that the letter be written and signed by me pushing the process back until December 19th. I responded with a letter stating..."As previously discussed you in fact received a letter from my attorney on December 7th, 2006, who is my legal representative and , as such, had my permission to speak on my behalf. We cooperated with you; however, and sent another letter. You were aware of the appeal well before December 19th, 2006. It is unfortunate that nothing more could be done at this time.." I asked her to relay to me what was discussed about my evaluation. They are now claiming that I not only made a mistake regarding the PAC access but also now made a medication administration error I believe they are falsifying the document. I requested a copy of the evaluation document as I have not had the priveledge to see it, nor defend myself and it is a a part of my student record.

She has until tomorrow (January 3rd, 2007) to respond in writing and I reminded her of her deadline. Being that President Ford's death made today a Federal Holiday for the postal service I don't think she will make this deadline. Any suggestions on how to use her lack of timeliness against her? Any ideas of how to prepare against their falsification of my evaluation record? All suggestions are welcome. Thanks!

Update: Just wanted to let you all know that I have been reinstated while the appeal goes through. They re-enrolled me (because somehow I got dis-enrolled without my knowing it--go figure). I am continuing on to the College Appeals Board but for now, I can continue with my schooling......I go back to school tomorrow morning. Wish me luck because I would imagine I am pretty hated up there right now amongst some of the faculty!!! This does not mean I have won the fight but like I told the Provost: If I don't win at that level the next step is court......We'll see how smart they handle this......

Specializes in Emergency.

Best of luck to you! Let us know how your appeal goes

Specializes in Med/Surg.

Good Luck supermom....

I also want to tell you I am very proud of the way you are standing up for yourself. Do not let them push you around. Hold your head up high...and CYA...document...document...document...they teach us that in school...leave the biggest paper trail you can get...then shove it all in their face!!! *wink*

Wow! You are one tough cookie, way to go.

Specializes in med surg, school nursing.
Update: Just wanted to let you all know that I have been reinstated while the appeal goes through. They re-enrolled me (because somehow I got dis-enrolled without my knowing it--go figure). I am continuing on to the College Appeals Board but for now, I can continue with my schooling......I go back to school tomorrow morning. Wish me luck because I would imagine I am pretty hated up there right now amongst some of the faculty!!! This does not mean I have won the fight but like I told the Provost: If I don't win at that level the next step is court......We'll see how smart they handle this......

Woohoo! Congrats! Just keep your head down, cross every T and dot every i. Don't speak with instructors or other students about your case. Don't give them any fuel for their fire.

Keep us updated!

Update: Just wanted to let you all know that I have been reinstated while the appeal goes through. They re-enrolled me (because somehow I got dis-enrolled without my knowing it--go figure). I am continuing on to the College Appeals Board but for now, I can continue with my schooling............

Also I would recommend you consult with your ombudsman. A good ombudsman is a master of negotiation and will have a pretty good idea of what tickles the ears of faculty members who sit on the appeals boards. Just another thought.

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