3.2.1.1 Request for Extension
Students may request additional time based on the COVID-19 pandemic by petitioning the Executive Committee and will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Students should follow the petition procedure as outlined in section 11.1 of this Manual. A majority vote by the Program Executive Committee is required for extension approval. The student will receive an email from the registrar about approval/denial of the extension petition.
A graduation audit of all courses will be conducted to ensure that the student has achieved the requirements for the PhD. A student reflection at the end of the program regarding achievement of the program outcomes followed by feedback from the student’s advisor and research mentor will ensure that alignment of accomplishments and faculty expectations across the program.