Accountability

All field policies will be enforced consistently across students and timeframes. A J.S.D. student is expected to design, execute, and manage an independent research agenda and meet their academic milestones in a timely manner. If a student is not meeting expectations, their Special Committee chair and the director of graduate studies (DGS) will provide timely written notice (as soon as concerns become evident) outlining the issues, outcomes, or potential consequences, including: 

• Written notice of a lack of academic progress or loss of academic standing (separate, and in addition to, the SPR). 
• A clear explanation of the concerns and specific expectations for improvement. 
• A reasonable timeline and opportunity to meet expectations before any adverse action (e.g., changes in funding status or withdrawal recommendations). 
• Further, all students should be provided with an opportunity to meet with the DGS to discuss the concern and plan for improvement. 

If a student fails to meet the conditions of that plan, the Special Committee in collaboration with the field DGS will consult with the Graduate School to review the case and determine next steps. This can include academic withdrawal from their degree program and the Graduate School.