college of osteopathic medicine - University of New England

University of New England

COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE

2001-2002CATALOG

Hills Beach RoadBiddeford, Maine

04005-9599

207-283-0171

This catalog is available at the UNE Web Site

NoticePrint date on this document is June 19, 2001. Subject to change - see page7, Accreditation, Memberships, and Other Notices. To be made avail-able in hard copy format to all first-time matriculated students entering inthe academic year 2001-2002; -or- available electronically through theUniversity of New England's Web Page*

*Visit our Internet Web Site: http://www.une.edu/

Rules and regulations in this catalog and other relevant university and college documents apply to allstudents of the College of Osteopathic Medicine. It should be noted that the courses, requirements,policies, and procedures described in this catalog are being continually reviewed by the faculty andadministration, and are subject to change without notice.

The College may refuse further registration to any student whom the faculty or staff deemsincompetent or unfit to continue in the course of study. Students accepted for admission pledgethemselves to observe and abide by the existing regulations and standards of conduct of theCollege put forth in this catalog.

The University of New England does not discriminate in admission or access to, or treatment ofemployment in, its programs and activities on the basis of race, ethnicity, national origin, gender,sexual orientation, religion, age, veteran status or disabling condition in violation of Federal or statecivil rights laws of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Inquiries or concerns may beaddressed to Michael Miles, Director of Affirmative Action.

The Osteopathic Oath

I do hereby affirm my loyalty to the profession I am about to enter.

I will be mindful always of my great responsibility to preserve the health and the life of my patients, to retain their confidenceand respect both as a physician and a friend who will guard their secrets with scrupulous honor and fidelity, to perform faithfullymy professional duties, to employ only those recognized methods of treatments consistent with good judgment and with my skill andability, keeping in mind always nature’s laws and the body’s inherent capacity for recovery.

I will be ever vigilant in aiding the general welfare of the community sustaining its laws and institutions, notengaging in those practices which will in any way bring shame or discredit upon myself or my profession. I will give nodrugs for deadly purposes to any person, though it may be asked of me.

I will endeavor to work in accord with my colleagues in a spirit of progressive cooperation, and never by word or byact cast imputations upon them or their rightful practices.

I will look with respect and esteem upon all those who have taught me my art.

To my college I will be loyal and strive always for its best interests and for the interests of the students who will come after me.

I will be ever alert to further the application of basic biologic truths to the healing arts and to develop the principles ofOsteopathy which were first enunciated by Andrew Taylor Still.

In the presence of this gathering I bind myself to my oath.

University of New EnglandCollege of Osteopathic Medicine

2001-2002 Catalog

Table of Contents

The Osteopathic Oath........................................................... 2

Information Directory .......................................................... 4

About the University of New England................................ 6

About the College of Osteopathic Medicine ...................... 8

Administrative Services and Policies ............................... 13

Curriculum and Clinical Clerkships ................................ 33

University Administration ................................................. 47

Academic Calendar............................................................. 58

Index .................................................................................... 60

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Information DirectoryInquiries concerning the University are cordially invited. Prospective students and their parents are welcome to visit the campus and may makearrangements for individual conferences to discuss admissions, programs of study, financial aid, or other matters of interest.

These numbers connect all departments: (207) 283-0171 (UC - University Campus Switchboard, Biddeford)(207) 797-7261 (WCC - Westbrook College Campus Switchboard, Portland)

College, office, or area: For information on: Ask for extension:

College of Osteopathic Medicine Academic policies, procedures, program, general curriculum 2340

College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) Academic policies, procedures, program, general curriculum 2271CAS Department Chairs Biological Sciences 2388

Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study & School Leadership 4307Chemistry & Physics 2388Education 2857Master of Science in Education 4381English 2144Environmental Science & Studies 2388Creative & Fine Arts 2144History & Politics 2144Interdisciplinary Majors 2130Learning Assistance Center 2443Mathematical and Computer Sciences 2371Performance Management (UC) 2498; (WCC) 2498Philosophy & Religious Studies 2144Social and Behavioral Sciences 2231

College of Health Professions (CHP) Academic policies, procedures, program, general curriculum 2256CHP Departments//Programs/Schools Certificate Programs 4264

Dental Hygiene 4277Nurse Anesthesia (Master of Science) 2493Nursing (UC) 2341; (WCC) 4272Occupational Therapy 2258Physical Therapy (Master of Physical Therapy) 2374Physician Assistant (Master of Science) 2607School of Social Work (Master of Social Work) 2513

Office of Continuing Education General information 4406Noncredit programs and Elderhostel 2151Conferences/Rentals 2122Continuing Medical/Health Professions Education 2125

Admissions Admissions, general program, initial contact 2297

Alumni Development and Public Relations Alumni and public relations 4377

Athletics Athletic programs 2376

Business and Finance Financial 2338

Campus Center (UC) Activities, events, programs 2307

Counseling & Career Center Student counseling, career development 2549

Financial Aid Student grants, loans, Veterans Administrationand other financial aid 2342

Financial Payment Student accounts ( UC) 2357; (WCC) 4200

Finley Recreation Center (WCC) Gymnasium 4349

Learning Assistance Tutoring and individual learning programs 2443

Library & Information Services Library and information services 2361

Housing and Residence Life Student housing, residence issues (UC) 2272; (WCC) 4263

Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) Students with disabilities assistance 2815

Registration and Records Student records, transcripts, registration (UC) 2675; (WCC) 4200

Student Activities/Orientation Student activities and orientation (UC) 2595; (WCC) 4269

Student Administrative Services Center (WCC) Student records, transcripts, registration,Veterans Administration (UC) 2675; (WCC) 4200

Student Affairs, Graduate Graduate student issues, policies, procedures, and services (UC) 2329

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY and

THE COLLEGE OF OSTEOPATHIC MEDICINE

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About the University of New England and the College of Osteopathic Medicine

About the University of New England

The University of New EnglandThe University of New England is an independent,

coeducational university on the southern coast of Maine,with degree programs focused on the health and lifesciences, osteopathic medicine, human services, edu-cation, and management. Founded in 1978 by the com-bination of the New England College of OsteopathicMedicine with St. Francis College, the University placesemphasis on the quality of instruction, respect for theindividual, and on the practical application of academicmaterial.

In August of 1996, the University merged withWestbrook College in Portland, Maine, and is now auniversity of two distinct campuses. The UniversityCampus is distinguished by its beautiful seaside settingin a semi-rural area near Biddeford, Maine, while theWestbrook College Campus is a suburban New Englandcampus distinguished as a national historic site. TheUniversity now recognizes Westbrook College’s 1831Charter as the institution’s founding date. Blending along, rich educational history with youthful energy andenthusiasm has further raised the reputation affordedthe University of New England as an institution of out-standing undergraduate and graduate degree programs.With its presence both on the Saco River and in Maine’slargest city, UNE’s future burns brighter than ever.

University Mission StatementThe University of New England is an independent

coeducational institution committed to academic excel-lence and the enhancement of the quality of life for thepeople, organizations and communities it serves. Thepurpose of the University is to prepare students, throughan education based on the liberal arts and sciences inan atmosphere rich in scholarship and service, formeaningful and rewarding careers in the health sciences,osteopathic medicine, life sciences, human service, edu-cation, and management.

The College of Osteopathic MedicineThe medical college of the University, known as the

University of New England College of OsteopathicMedicine (UNECOM), prepares students to becomeosteopathic physicians. About two-thirds of recent gradu-ates pursue careers in primary care. Graduates receivethe Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree.

The College of Arts and SciencesThe College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) offers prepa-

ration for the undergraduate degrees of Bachelor of Arts,Bachelor of Science, and an Associate in Applied Sci-ence . CAS also offers Master of Science degrees inEducation, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy.CAS offers programs of study at both the UniversityCampus and Westbrook College Campus. For more in-formation consult the Undergraduate and Graduate Pro-grams catalogs.

The College of Health Professions The College of Health Professions prepares gradu-ates to assume entry and advanced professional posi-tions in the ever changing health arena. The College ofHealth Professions (CHP) offers Associate and Bach-elor Degrees through the Dental Hygiene and Nursingprograms, Master Degrees through the Nursing, NurseAnesthesia, Physician Assistant, and Social Work pro-grams, and graduate certification in Gerontology, Mar-riage and Family Therapy and Substance Abuse Coun-seling. The College of Health Professions offers pro-grams of study at both the University Campus and theWestbrook College Campus. For more informationplease consult the Undergraduate and Graduate Pro-grams catalog.

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Office of Continuing EducationThe Office of Continuing Education arranges courses

and services for individuals seeking to meet their edu-cational goals on a part-time basis. University coursesand programs are designed and offered in a variety offlexible formats to accommodate students seeking tobalance work, family, and other responsibilities.

Accreditation, Memberships,and Other Notices

The University of New England is accredited by theNew England Association of Schools and Colleges, Inc.,which accredits schools and colleges in the six NewEngland states. Accreditation by the Association indi-cates that the institution has been carefully evaluatedand found to meet standards agreed upon by qualifiededucators. The education program leading to elemen-tary certification is approved by the State of MaineDepartment of Education. The Physical Therapy edu-cational program is accredited by the American Physi-cal Therapy Association. The Occupational Therapyeducational program is accredited by the AmericanOccupational Therapy Association. The Associate De-gree Nursing program is accredited by the NationalLeague of Nursing. The College of Osteopathic Medi-cine is accredited by the American Osteopathic Asso-ciation. The Social Work program is accredited by theCommission on Accreditation on the Council of SocialWork Education. The School of Nurse Anesthesia isaccredited by the Council on Accreditation of NurseAnesthesia Educational Programs, a specialized accred-iting body recognized by the Council on Post-secondaryAccreditation and the U.S. Department of Education.

Most programs offered at the University of NewEngland have been approved for the training of veter-ans under the auspices of the Veterans Administration,and graduates of the University meet the educationalrequirements for officer candidacy in all branches ofthe armed forces.

The University holds, among others, membership in:the New England Association of Schools and Colleges,the Maine Consortium of Health Professionals, the Coun-cil of Independent Colleges and Universities, the Na-tional Association of College Auxiliary Services, theCollege Entrance Examination Board, the National Col-legiate Athletic Association, the National Association

of College Admissions Counselors, the New England As-sociation of College Admissions Counselors, the Ameri-can Association of Collegiate Registrars and AdmissionsOfficers, the National Association of College and Univer-sity Business Officers, the American Association of Col-leges of Osteopathic Medicine, and the Greater PortlandAlliance of Colleges and Universities.

The financial requirements of the University, chang-ing costs and other matters may require an adjustmentof charges and expenses listed herein. The Universityreserves the right to make such adjustments to chargesand expenses as may from time to time be necessary inthe opinion of the Board of Trustees, up to the date ofregistration for a given academic term. The applicantacknowledges this reservation by the submission of anapplication for admission or by registration.

Courses listed in this catalog are subject to changethrough normal academic channels. New courses andchanges in existing course work are initiated by the cogni-zant departments or programs, approved by the appropri-ate academic dean, the academic council, and the faculty.While each student may work closely with an academicadvisor, he or she must retain individual responsibility formeeting requirements in this catalog and for being awareof any changes in provisions or requirements.

The University of New England does not discrimi-nate in admission or access to, or treatment of employ-ment in, its programs and activities on the basis of race,ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, reli-gion, age, veteran status or disabling condition in viola-tion of Federal or state civil rights laws of Section 504of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Inquiries or concernsmay be addressed to Michael Miles, Director of Affir-mative Action.

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About the College of Osteopathic Medicine

College Mission StatementThe mission of the University of New England Col-

lege of Osteopathic Medicine is to provide for the edu-cation of Osteopathic Physicians and other health pro-fessionals. The college is dedicated to the improvementof life through education, research, and service, em-phasizing health, healing, and primary care for the peopleof New England and the nation.

History and Philosophy of theOsteopathic Profession

Osteopathic medicine was conceived by a frontierAmerican doctor, Andrew Taylor Still, who recognizedthe limitations in the medical care of his day and ap-proached the treatment of the patient from an aspect ofcomplete unity. That is, man is the unified whole of allhis components which interrelate inseparably in physi-cal and psychological functions. He articulated a set ofprinciples that have continued to guide the professioninto its second century. These are:1. The body is an integral unit, a whole. The structure of the

body and its functions work together interdependently.2. The body systems have built-in repair processes that are

self-regulating and self-healing in the face of disease.3. The circulatory system with its distributive channels

throughout the body, along with the nervous system,provide the integrating functions for the rest of the body.

4. The contribution of the musculoskeletal system to aperson’s health is much more than providing frameworkand support. The musculoskeletal system and disorders ofthe musculoskeletal system may affect the functioning ofother body systems.

5. While disease may be manifested in specific parts of thebody, other body parts may contribute to restoration orcorrection of the disease.

The first school of osteopathic medicine was foundedby Dr. Still in 1892 in Kirksville, Missouri (now theKirksville College of Osteopathic Medicine). There arecurrently nineteen colleges of osteopathic medicine, andgraduates are privileged and credentialed in hospitalsthroughout the country.

The degree of Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, or Doctorof Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) is granted to graduatesof osteopathic medical schools to indicate to the publicthat these physicians have received an education that isdistinctive from allopathic (M.D.) physicians.

Consistent with the philosophy and training programsof the osteopathic profession, the majority of osteopathicphysicians practice primary care medicine. Their inter-est in holistic medicine, one of the basic tenets of theirosteopathic heritage, encourages them to provide bothpreventive and curative services to their patients on acomprehensive and continuing basis.

In order to serve the total needs of osteopathic familyphysicians and their patients, the profession has devel-oped training programs and certifying boards in the vari-ous established specialties. Osteopathic specialists ad-here to the same basic philosophy of medicine as theirfamily practice colleagues. Osteopathic specialists arerequired to follow the same educational program, whichincludes a twelve-month rotating internship, as the ba-sis for entry into post-doctoral specialty training. Today,licensed osteopathic physicians practice all branches ofmedicine and surgery in all fifty states.

In 1972, a group of New England osteopathic physi-cians met informally to discuss their concern about theaging population of D.O.s in the New England area andthe difficulty of New England students in securing ad-mission to osteopathic colleges. Osteopathic physicianscomprised the majority of physicians available in nu-merous rural and urban areas. Failure to replace themwould cause not only a marked loss to the professionbut, more important, to the patients who had come todepend on osteopathic medical care. The group dis-cussed ways of dealing with this problem and moved toestablish an osteopathic college in New England.

The New England Foundation for Osteopathic Medi-cine (NEFOM) was incorporated in 1973 in the Com-monwealth of Massachusetts. Since its inception, thepurpose of this nonprofit tax-exempt organization was“to operate and maintain a foundation for the promotionof osteopathic medical education, osteopathic medical

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research, and the improvement of health care in osteo-pathic medical hospitals and related institutions.” Thesegoals were established as a response to the needs rec-ognized by the profession, which later became docu-mented in studies supported by the Bureau of HealthManpower of the then U.S. Department of Health,Education and Welfare. The establishment of NEFOMas well as the planning for the creation of a college ofosteopathic medicine was based on regionalism: thedevelopment of one osteopathic medical school to servethe six New England states was looked upon as an ef-ficient and economical use of the region’s resources.

The University of New England College of Osteo-pathic Medicine opened its doors in the Fall of 1978with an entering class of 36 students. This momentousachievement was largely due to the financial supportand hard work of individual osteopathic physicians, theirstate societies, the region’s osteopathic hospitals, andgrateful patients. Following four years of continued ef-fort and financial support from the profession and itsfriends, the College graduated its first class in June of1982.

The purposes of this College are consistent with thoseestablished for all accredited colleges of osteopathicmedicine by the Committee on Colleges of the Ameri-can Osteopathic Association. According to these guide-lines, the primary purpose of all accredited colleges ofosteopathic medicine is to educate competent osteopathicphysicians. In addition, the colleges should contribute tothe advancement of knowledge and the development ofthe osteopathic contribution to medicine through research.The colleges are also responsible for the creation ofopportunities for continued study for teachers, investi-gators, and physicians. In the area of public service, thecolleges are expected to provide quality osteopathichealth care to their respective communities.

As the only college of osteopathic medicine in NewEngland, the following are UNECOM’s distinctivepurposes:1. To develop physicians who understand in depth and

will utilize the premises of osteopathic medicine and theholistic approach to health care, thus providing NewEngland with health care that is distinctly osteopathic inphilosophy and orientation.

2. To develop osteopathic physicians who realistically per-ceive their potentials and limitations as physicians and

human beings, and whose primary focus is people andhealth rather than disease.

3. To educate physicians who are well qualified to practicefamily medicine and thereby increase the number of quali-fied primary care physicians in the New England region.

4. To develop physicians who will practice medicine in theunderserved rural and urban areas of New England.

5. To provide health care training at an overall lower cost tosociety than alternate models.

6. To continue New England’s tradition of leadership in thedevelopment of new health care concepts and techniques.

As these goals indicate, the educational program isoriented toward the training of osteopathic primary carephysicians. This is not an empty set of words reflectingthe current interest of the federal government and soci-ety on holistic health care and family medicine. Boththe didactic curriculum and the clinical training programsemphasize the knowledge and skills basic to osteopathicfamily practice.

What is an osteopathic family practitioner? The fam-ily practice physician assumes responsibility for com-prehensive and continuous health care for families andpatients of all ages, evaluating their total health needsand providing long-term medical care. When referral ofa patient to a specialist is indicated, the family practicephysician makes the referral and then acts as the coor-dinator of the team providing specialized health serviceswhile still preserving the continuity of care. In short, theosteopathic family practitioner provides and coordinatescomprehensive health care for a group of patients of allages over an extended period of time.

While the College has chosen family practice as thefocus of its educational program, it does not expect allof its graduates to enter family practice. However, re-gardless of a student’s eventual field of practice, theorientation to family practice provides a good founda-tion upon which to build: the knowledge and skills offamily practice medicine are fundamental to all medicalpractices and the philosophy of comprehensive care canprevent some of the negative effects of overspecializa-tion that can result from early specialty training. Forgraduates who elect to enter a specialty, the professionhas specialty residency training programs.

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Clinical AffiliationsConsistent with the college’s emphasis on primary

care, its clinical training programs include communityhospitals and health centers. Such community hospitalsare similar to the facilities where many of the college’sgraduates will eventually practice. While communityhospitals form the core of the clinical clerkships, affilia-tions have been arranged to provide a variety and rangeof clinical experiences. Students are required to com-plete core clerkships in the assigned disciplines at sitesselected by the college during the third year, and selec-tive and elective training at approved programs duringthe fourth year. It is frequently necessary for the stu-dent to leave the New England area for part or all ofthe core clerkship training period.

The college has formulated the concept of commu-nity based Clerkship Training Centers (CTCs) which itbegan to phase into the academic schedule in 1997. TheCTC is a community-based education site of one or moretraining institutions within geographic proximity that al-low a coordinated delivery of the third-year Core aca-demic training experience. These coordinated sites willprovide the patient base, the didactic and experientialopportunities, the supervisory infrastructure and thelongitudinal evaluation necessary for the accomplish-ment of the educational goals of the core clerkships.Core predoctoral clinical clerkship affiliates are listedon page 45.

The UNECOM enjoys an educational affiliation witha number of postgraduate internship and residency pro-grams. Serving as a sponsor for these independent pro-grams, the college provides liaison services to the Ameri-can Osteopathic Association for the purpose of assur-ing AOA approval for the training programs. Gradu-ates can apply to these and other postgraduate programsfor internship and residency for postdoctoral training.The college believes these affiliations exemplify thebreadth and depth that these collaborative arrangementsoffer our graduates for postgraduate training. Postgradu-ate affiliates are listed on page 46.

For ambulatory-based programs, the College uses theoffices of clinical faculty members throughout NewEngland as well as a number of community health pro-grams. The ambulatory programs train students in of-fice practice and teach students about the collaborativeroles and skills of non-physician health care providers.

In addition, the College operates University Health Carewhich has established model primary care facilities.Through rotations at the centers, the College is able todemonstrate the type of medicine it would like its stu-dents to practice.

UNECOM AccreditationThe University of New England College of Osteo-

pathic Medicine is accredited by the Bureau of Profes-sional Education of the American Osteopathic Asso-ciation, which is the accrediting agency recognized bythe U.S. Department of Education for the approval ofcolleges preparing osteopathic physicians and surgeons.

Some Campus Features

The Harold Alfond Center for Health SciencesThe Harold Alfond Center for Health Sciences pro-

vides a significant focus for the University. Located atthe center of campus, this three story building housesnumerous laboratories and lecture halls, many used bythe College of Osteopathic Medicine. This Center bringsthe University to the national forefront of health and lifesciences education.

Stella Maris HallStella Maris Hall houses faculty research laborato-

ries and classrooms, as well as faculty and administra-tive offices and conference rooms.

Sanford F. Petts UniversityHealth Center

The Sanford F. Petts University Health Center is thebase clinical facility for University Health Care. At thatlocation clinical faculty and staff provide expanded healthand preventive care services to the University’s stu-dents, faculty, staff, and their dependents, as well as thecommunity at large. It is a focal point for collaborationamong the different health care disciplines on campusincluding: osteopathic medicine, nursing, social work,occupational therapy, physical therapy, and the physi-cian assistant program.

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University of New England LibrariesThe Jack S. Ketchum Library on the University Cam-

pus and the Josephine S. Abplanalp ’45 Library on theWestbrook College Campus provide UNE students, fac-ulty and staff with these services:- Libraries homepage: http://www.une.edu/library- Web access databases- e-books, e-journals, e-newspapers- Remote access to databases- Data jacks and wireless access for individual laptops- Public access computers- Over 150,000 volumes- 1300 current journal titles- Videos, compact discs, CD-ROMs, and audio cassettes- Reference, research, and literature search assistance- Individual and course-related library research instruc-

tion- Circulation, interlibrary loan, and reserve- Photocopiers and microfilm reader/printers- Group and individual study space

The Libraries support undergraduate and graduate pro-grams in the allied health professions and the liberal artsand sciences. The Jack S. Ketchum Library also sup-ports the curriculum of the College of Osteopathic Medi-cine. The Josephine S. Abplanalp ’45 Library housesthe Maine Women Writers Collection, containing liter-ary, cultural and social history sources representing morethan 500 Maine women writers.

Information Technology ServicesUNE’s Information Technology Services serves as

the University’s information technology leader. ITS pro-vides resources for both academic and administrativecomputing, including technical, instructional, and infor-mational support to students, faculty, and staff.

Information Technology Services (ITS) continuouslymonitors computer industry developments and the needsof the UNE community in order to create an effectiveand exciting environment for teaching, learning, andscholarship. The University computer network extendsthrough classrooms, offices, and computer labs on theUniversity Campus in Biddeford and on the WestbrookCollege Campus as well. At the same time, ITS hasimplemented and supports an integrated University-wideinformation system to handle all administrative functions(registration, financial aid, etc.).

Each campus has a central computing area dedicatedto use by students in all disciplines, seven days a week.On the University Campus, Decary Hall houses a state-of-the-art classroom and labs of Windows based andMacintosh computers; on the Westbrook College Cam-pus, Proctor Hall houses a state-of-the-art classroomand labs of Windows based computers as well as a 24-hour lab located in the library. In lab settings, studentstaff members provide assistance to users of educa-tional, scientific, graphics, business, and Internet soft-ware. Laser printing is available in each computer area;there is no per-page charge.

ITS offers RESNet services, Internet services as wellas phone service to students in the residence halls. Assoon as students arrive on campus they have live tele-phone and Internet data jacks in their rooms. ITS inconjunction with the computer store work to get stu-dents up and running with Internet and email servicesas soon as possible.

The UNE Computer Store, located in Decary Hall onthe University Campus, offers computers and peripheralsto students and employees at an educational discount.

UNE is committed to the goal of preparing its studentsfor the computing and communications challenges of thenew century. Future plans include augmenting web basedinformation-processing capabilities such as on-line regis-tration, and expansion of multimedia capabilities.

Media ServicesUNE’s Media Services department staff members

advise and assist UNE faculty, students, and staff in thedevelopment and presentation of media projects. Thedepartment supports both linear and digital editing sys-tems. The University has video conferencing units oneach campus. Department facilities include: live studioproduction; video, audio, photographic, and slide pro-duction; as well as layout and graphics.

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Campus CenterThe Campus Center houses a 25-yard/6-lane handi-

capped accessible swimming pool; a ten-person hot tub;a fitness center that includes 15 weight machines, freeweights, exercise bikes, rowing machines, stair mastersand Nordic tracks, two racquetball courts, and 12,000indoor track. The Campus Bookstore, Snack Bar andMultipurpose Rooms are located in the Campus Centeras well. Outdoor facilities offer jogging and cross coun-try trails, and an outdoor volleyball court. Aerobics andthe Bodywise Center for Health and Fitness programare available to students.

Other Campus BuildingsThere are other academic buildings on the UNE cam-

pus as well. Marcil Hall is a three story building prima-rily for class and conference rooms. Decary Hall, whichhouses the College of Arts and Sciences and the Col-lege of Professional and Continuing Studies, and class-rooms, labs, faculty /administrative offices, facilitiesmaintenance shops, and the cafeteria. Five undergradu-ate residence halls, a security building, some portableclassroom and office space, and the graduate housingpark are also on campus. The University’s admissionsoffice is located across Highway 9 in its own building.

Westbrook College CampusThe Westbrook College Campus, designated a national

historic district, is quintessential New England: a cen-tral green surrounded by classic brick buildings set on40 acres in a quiet residential setting in Portland.

The Maine Women Writers Collection in theWestbrook College Campus Abplanalp Library is a pre-eminent special collection of literary, cultural and socialhistory sources by and about women authors, eithernatives or residents of Maine. It was recently selectedas a national literary landmark.

The Westbrook College Gallery houses a permanentcollection of paintings, sculptures, drawings and pho-tography by nationally and internationally famous art-ists. The Gallery also serves as a venue for the exhibi-tion of works by outstanding regional artists.

The University Campus CommunityBiddeford is a small city with a population of just un-

der twenty thousand. In the center of town are mills,industrial parks, and small businesses. The section oftown where the University is located is known as HillsBeach. This area is commercially undeveloped and isprimarily a summer resort area.

Neighboring towns include Saco, Old Orchard Beach,Kennebunk, Kennebunkport, and Wells. Portland, thelargest city in Maine, is a 25 minute drive fromBiddeford. This growing metropolis is justifiably proudof its fine symphony orchestra, active theater groups,and numerous quality restaurants and shops. Portsmouth,New Hampshire, a 35 minute drive from campus, af-fords the curious an opportunity for exposure to a sea-port steeped in North American history. In addition, thehistorical and cultural riches of Boston are a 90 minutedrive from the campus. Located off exit 4 of the MaineTurnpike (Route I-95), Biddeford is within easy reachof most major Eastern cities.

ADMINISTRATIVESERVICES and POLICIES

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Administrative Services and Policies

Student ServicesThe Dean of Students, in conjunction with the Asso-

ciate Dean of Students and Student Affairs staff, is re-sponsible for the management and development of thefollowing areas: Student support services (e.g. studentorientation, professional development, student person-nel records, housing, student government, clubs, specialevents, and counseling). Matters and concerns whichdo not fall within either the curricular or clinical areasmay be directed to the Associate Dean of Students lo-cated in the Office of Graduate and Medical StudentAffairs.

The office of Graduate and Medical Student Affairsserves as a one-stop shop for addressing the needs ofgraduate and medical students on the university cam-pus. They are aided in meeting the needs of graduateand medical student by other offices in the StudentsAffairs Division. A description of those offices and ser-vices follows.

HousingThe Office of Residence Life is responsible for rental

and maintenance of twenty-four (24) apartment-stylehousing units on the University campus. These houseboth graduate and undergraduate students and are leasedon an academic-year basis. The units are furnished witha bed, dresser, table, chair, and bookshelves. All unitsinclude an efficiency kitchen as well. The housing feepaid to the University includes all utilities with the ex-ception of telephone and TV cable.

Listings of off-campus housing are also availablethrough the Office of Housing and Residence Life. Stu-dents are encouraged to begin their search for housingin the spring, prior to their fall enrollment.

Dining ServicesGraduate students may choose to participate in theUniversity of New England dining service program. TheUniversity dining service provides three meals per day,Monday through Friday, with brunch and dinner on week-ends. A variety of entrees are offered with a deli bar atlunch and a complete salad bar at both lunch and din-ner. Holiday meals and specialty nights are periodicallyoffered.

In addition to the cafeteria, the “Hang,” located in theCampus Center, and the Alfond Cafe, located in the AlfondCenter for Health Sciences, offer a varied menu for stu-dents, faculty, staff, and visitors to the University.

University Health CareThe Sanford Petts Health Center provides high qualityhealth care services to the public and to the entire UNEcommunity, students, faculty, staff, and their dependents.This facility is located across from Marcil Hall, betweenHills Beach Road and Pool Road (Route 9). A secondfacility available to students is the Main Street HealthCenter, located on Main Street in Saco, Maine (tele-phone number: 283-1407). Additional specialty facili-ties are located in Portland, South Portland, Falmouth,and the student clinic at the University’s WesbrookCollege site.

Under the direction of osteopathic physicians, thehealth centers provide care in a model ambulatory caresetting and provide an integrated approach to the fol-lowing services: family practice, prenatal care, work-ers’ compensation injuries, osteopathic manipulativemedicine, eating disorders program, acute emergencycare, X-ray/EKGs, geriatrics, gynecology, pediatrics,internal medicine/gastroenterology, physical therapy,counseling, sports medicine, orthopedics, minor surgery,and industrial medicine. Many UNE students have theopportunity to broaden their training in health care de-livery through preceptorships in the health centers andthrough a month-long rotation during their third andfourth years. The Health Center staff are committed toplaying an active role in the maintenance of individualand community health. They have established these goals:A) to promote health through campus-wide programs,B) to encourage individual participation in health care deci

sions, andC) to provide prompt and effective attention to all health

care needs.

Physicians are on call 24 hours per day and officehours are available Monday through Wednesday (8 amto 8 pm), Thursday and Friday (8 am to 5 pm), andSaturday (8 am to noon). The direct telephone numberfor the Health Center is 207-282-1516, or through theUniversity at 207-283-0171, ext. 2358. Appointments

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are preferred for routine office visits and non-emer-gency procedures. Urgent problems are evaluated andtreated based on their severity. University Health CarePhysicians provide in-hospital care at Southern MaineMedical Center in Biddeford, at Mercy Hospital in Port-land, or Maine Medical Center in Portland.

Counseling CenterThe Counseling Center at the University provides a

variety of services which address the psychological andemotional health of the graduate and undergraduate stu-dent population. The staff consists of professionalstrained in counseling and psychology. Individual andgroup counseling are available to all matriculated full-time students. In keeping with UNE’s focus on healthpromotion and maintenance, services such as workshops,special issues groups, informational sessions, develop-mental programming and consultation are designed toaddress the on-going needs of UNE’s population.

The counseling relationship is completely confidentialwithin the legal and professional guidelines of the Stateof Maine and the American Counseling Association.No information shared with a counselor can be releasedto anyone without written consent. Homicide, suicideand child abuse are exceptions to confidentiality andwill be reported to the appropriate persons.

The Peer Health Education Program is comprised ofa volunteer group of students (Peer Health Educators)dedicated to increasing student awareness in personaland interpersonal health-related areas. These studentsmake presentations to their peers and in the communityregarding health-related topics. Students have spoken,written and facilitated discussions on topics such as:relationship violence, cultural diversity, eating disorders,safer sex, stress management, accessing services oncampus, and substance abuse. Training for Peer HealthEducators is offered through the Counseling Center.

The Counseling Center location: University Campus,Decary 109 (ext. 2549). Westbrook College Campus,Proctor Hall 320 (ext. 4233).

Career ServicesThe Career Services office is designed to help stu-

dents with career and life planning. Career advising andassessment are available for those who need assistancewith identifying skills and interests, defining career goals,

changing careers and developing job search strategies,which includes creating/ revising a curriculum vita. Theresource library contains information about careers, doc-toral programs, job seeking and potential employers, aswell as access to a variety of computerized resources.

The Career Services location: University Campus,Decary 102 (ext. 2817).

Student ActivitiesThe Student Government Association (SGA) is the of-ficial voice of the COM student body. Senate membersare elected by a general ballot with the exception of thevice-presidents of each class who serve as ex-officiosenate members.

The goals of this SGA are to represent the studentbody in all matters affecting students, determine appro-priation of monies to other student organizations, andcommunicate and maintain a working relationship withfaculty, administration, board of trustees, alumni, andnational associations. Currently, the COM SGA sup-ports in excess of twenty-three active students organi-zations. Some of the club activities which are supportedby the SGA include the Sports Medicine Club, the Un-dergraduate American Academy of Osteopathy, localchapters of the Student Osteopathic Medical Associa-tion (SOMA) and the American Medical Student As-sociation (AMSA), Synapse (COM yearbook), and vari-ous other clubs and organizations. Sigma Sigma Phi, anational osteopathic honor society, has chartered a chap-ter as has Psi Sigma Alpha, the national osteopathicacademic honor society. In addition, partners are involvedwith the school by participation in the Student AuxiliaryAssociation (SAA).

All students are invited to participate in the lectureseries, movies, concerts, intramurals, and other eventssponsored by the University’s Cultural Affairs Com-mittee, Athletic Office, and Student Activities Office.

Learning Assistance CenterThe Learning Assistance Center (LAC) provides acomprehensive array of academic support services, in-cluding courses, workshops, group and individual tutor-ing, and advising. The LAC’s goal is to assist studentsto become more independent and efficient learners sothat they are able to meet the university’s academic

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standards and attain their personal educational goals.While many of the LAC’s services are oriented towardsundergraduates, the following services are used fre-quently by medical students: individual learning consul-tations concerning learning styles and course-specificstudy strategies, test-taking skill development, profes-sional tutoring in writing, and professional tutoring in oraland/or written English for ESL students. By faculty ar-rangement, the LAC can provide presentations in theclassroom concerning learning styles, learning strate-gies, taking tests, or writing in the discipline.

Office for Studentswith Disabilities (OSD)As part of its mission, the University of New England(UNE) seeks to promote respect for individual differencesand to ensure that no person who meets the academic andtechnical standards requisite for admission to, and contin-ued enrollment at, the University is denied benefits or sub-jected to discrimination at UNE solely by reason of his orher disability. Toward this end, and in conjunction with fed-eral laws, the University both accepts and provides rea-sonable accommodations for students with disabilities. BothUNE and the student have responsibilities to ensure equaleducational opportunities. While the University standsready to provide reasonable accommodations, the studentmust make an effort to avail him or herself of all servicesand modifications.

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) atUNE exists to provide qualified students with disabili-ties equivalent access to, and equal opportunity in, theeducational environment. A major goal of the OSD is toassist the student to achieve maximum independence.The University will make a good faith effort to providean effective accommodation to the student with a dis-ability; however, it need not provide the most compre-hensive or expensive accommodation requested by thestudent.

Applicants and students who would like more infor-mation about the OSD, including registration informa-tion, can read UNE’s Student and Faculty Guide toAccommodating Students with Disabilities and are en-couraged to contact the OSD.

The OSD location: University Campus, Decary 109(ext. 2815). Westbrook College Campus, Proctor Hall318 (ext. 4418).

Registration Policies for Students withDisabilities

Federal laws, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, theAmericans with Disabilities Act of 1990, state law, andthe Maine Human Rights Act prohibit postsecondaryinstitutions from discriminating against individuals witha disability. These laws require that postsecondary in-stitutions provide reasonable academic accommodationsto qualified individuals in order to ensure equal educa-tional opportunity and access. Dependent on individualneed, reasonable accommodations may include a modi-fication to or a waiver of an institutional policy, proce-dure or service. This includes rules and procedures as-sociated with clearance and course registration.

All accommodations to registration and clearance willbe granted on a case-by-case basis after the studenthas been registered with and granted such accommo-dations by the Office for Students with Disabilities. TheUniversity will make a concerted effort to accommo-date the student’s request within reasonable means upontimely notice by the student to the Registrar’s Office.The University cannot guarantee that the courses, timesand locations will be equal to the student’s request.

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AdmissionsAdmission Procedures

The college participates with other osteopathic col-leges in a centralized application processing servicecalled the American Association of Colleges of Osteo-pathic Medicine Application Service (AACOMAS). Theservice collates materials, computes grades and trans-mits standardized information to the applicant and tothe colleges that the applicant designates to receivethem. AACOMAS takes no part in the evaluation, se-lection, or rejection of applicants. Application requestcards may be obtained from UNECOM or fromAACOMAS, 6110 Executive Blvd., Suite 405, Rockville,MD 20852.

Once the processed application is received, the Col-lege will forward to all applicants meeting the minimumrequirements supplementary materials that must be re-turned directly to the College with a $55.00 applicationfee. The College reviews and interviews students on a“rolling admissions” basis beginning in the fall. Appli-cants are urged to complete their applications as earlyas possible in order to receive early consideration foran interview. The College reserves the right to closeapplications at any time that it deems necessary.

The following information is required by the College:1. To be sent to AACOMAS:

a. A fully completed AACOMAS application includ-ing the AACOMAS processing fee.

b. Complete official transcripts of scholastic recordsfrom all colleges and universities attended (requiredcourses must be completed by January 1st of theyear for which admission is sought i.e, January, 2000for August, 2000).

c. The New Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT)scores, taken within two years, sent directly fromthe testing service. AACOMAS’ number is 600.

2. To be sent to this College by the applicant after thesupplementary material has been received:a. Completed supplemental application with a $55.00

application fee.b. Recommendations from two (2) faculty members

(preferably in the sciences) familiar with theapplicant’s undergraduate or graduate work OR one(1) letter from the applicants premedical committeeor advisor.

c. Recommendation from another professional personacquainted with the applicant’s background.

d. Although optional, it is strongly suggested that theapplicant provide one or more recommendations froman osteopathic physician.

3. To be sent to this College prior to matriculation:a. Official transcripts.b. Submission of health and immunization records as

required by UNECOM policy.

Inquiries specific to the college may be directed to:Admissions OfficeUniversity of New EnglandCollege of Osteopathic Medicine11 Hills Beach RoadBiddeford, ME 04005-9599

1-800-477-4UNE or207-283-0171 extension 2297 oremail: http://www.une.edu/index.html

Criteria For AdmissionApplicants are judged on their demonstration of scho-

lastic abilities, motivation to practice osteopathic medi-cine in New England, and the emotional stability neces-sary to study and practice osteopathic medicine. Ad-mission will be denied to applicants who fail to maintaina good scholastic record and personal conduct duringthe period between their acceptance and matriculation.

The minimum scholastic requirements for admissionare:1) A minimum of 90 semester hours or 75% credit toward a

baccalaureate degree from a college or university accred-ited by a regional accrediting agency.

2) A cumulative grade point average of 2.7 or better on a 4.0scale in both elective and required subjects.

3) Satisfactory completion of the following courses, includ-ing laboratory:

a. English composition and literature 1 yearb. four semesters of chemistry, including Generalchemistry, Organic chemistry, and Biochemistry.c. Physics 8 sem. hrs.d. Biology 8 sem. hrs.

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4) Satisfactory completion of the New Medical CollegeAdmissions Test (MCAT), taken within two (2) years ofapplication.

Students are encouraged to enroll in some additionalcourses to broaden their science background in sub-jects such as: calculus, anatomy, physiology, biochemis-try, genetics, microbiology, and physical and quantita-tive or analytical chemistry. However, it is not advisableto elect science courses exclusively; the AdmissionsCommittee believes that undergraduates should receivea broad-based education that includes the humanitiesand social sciences.

The Admissions Committee also considers a numberof other factors when evaluating applicants. Some ofthese variables are: personality, maturity, breadth ofbackground, work experience, extracurricular activities,and sense of responsibility.

The average GPA and MCAT scores for the classentering in the fall of 1999: average GPA = 3.40; aver-age MCAT = 9.

For the purpose of eventual licensure to practice, ap-plicants are also encouraged to study the detailed re-quirements of the laws governing preprofessional edu-cational requirements in the states in which they arecontemplating practice.

On-campus interviews are given to qualified appli-cants upon invitation so that the Committee can furtherevaluate candidates. Preference is given to qualifiedapplicants from the New England states (Connecticut,Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island,and Vermont).

Applicant ProtocolApplicants aspiring to become osteopathic physicians(D.O.) are expected to act professionally in their interac-tions with the American Association of Colleges of Os-teopathic Medicine Application Service (AACOMAS) andwith each college of osteopathic medicine. Responsibility,respect, good judgment and cooperation are qualities val-ued by the osteopathic medical profession and it is ex-pected that applicants will demonstrate these qualitiesthroughout the application process.1. Applicants are responsible for becoming familiar with

admission requirements, following application proce-dures and meeting all deadlines at each school to whichthey apply.

2. Applicants are responsible for the collection and timelysubmission of supplemental applications, letters of evalu-ation, transcripts and all applicable fees.

3. Applicants are responsible for reporting and updatingany changes in the initially submitted applications (e.g.,address, telephone number, academic status, and stateof residence).

4. Applicants are responsible for responding promptly, ei-ther to accept or to decline all interview invitations andoffers of admission.

5. Applicants who have a final decision on the medicalschool they plan to attend, have the obligation topromptly withdraw their applications from all otherschools.

Advanced StandingIndividuals with extraordinary credentials in the basic

science disciplines may apply for credit for a particularcourse or courses. All applicants, regardless of theirintent, must apply as if seeking first year enrollment,and must meet all of the minimum entrance require-ments. Applicants who, subsequent to their interview,are offered acceptance may then complete the applica-tion for advanced standing. All advanced standing ap-plications for first-year courses must be completed priorto matriculation. Criteria by which advanced standing isdetermined is established by each Department Chair-person/Course Instructor.

Extended Curriculum Plan (ECP)

DefinitionThe ECP is designed to afford students the opportu-

nity to complete the medical school curriculum withinthe 6- year time limit for graduation by taking a reducedcourse load during years 1 and 2. Students may be placedinto this program upon application to the Student Af-fairs Committee (SAC) and with the consent and ap-proval of the Academic Dean. Availability of ECP willvary according to prioritization of applications and theavailability of resources to accommodate such requests,including the availability of space and clinical rotations.Students seeking an extended rotation curriculum dur-ing years 3 and 4, are referred to the Clinical ClerkshipManual and its processes.

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Criteria for Determining EligibilityStudents must be accepted for admissions to

UNECOM and must have satisfied all admissions cri-teria for matriculation. The applicant must demonstrateacademic promise to the SAC. Students who are ad-mitted into the ECP must demonstrate continued aca-demic progress while enrolled in ECP and this progresswill be reviewed monthly by the SAC.

EligibilityMedical circumstancesAcademically at riskLeave of AbsenceStudent’s choice

-Pre-matriculation-Planned leave of absence including concurrent acdemic or professional study

Process for EnrollmentThe Academic Dean may recommend that a student

consider applying for acceptance into the ECP. TheDean may receive recommendations for this applica-tion from the relevant Associate Dean or the SAC.When a student elects to request entry in the ECP, he/she must meet with his/her assigned faculty advisor whoshall inform the student of all possible additional optionssuch as leave of absence, behavioral counseling, learn-ing assistance counseling, consultations with the appro-priate Associate Dean, or other UNE academic or stu-dent resources.

When, in the opinion of the Academic Dean, an emer-gency exists, the Academic Dean may request an ex-pedited review process which will be conducted by anAd Hoc Committee, consisting of any 2 members ofthe SAC. This Ad Hoc Committee will report its rec-ommendation directly to the Academic Dean as soonas its findings are completed.

Initiation of the ECP

Student Selection of the ECPPrematriculation Application(Beginning with Academic Year 2002-2003)

Under normal circumstances, a student must submitan ECP application to the SAC, not less than 45 days inadvance of matriculation. Students should prepare a

written request for the SAC for admission into the pro-gram, which includes the stated reasons for the request,a proposed planned course of action, and a justificationfor the proposed course of action. The SAC will reviewthe application and request that the Student AffairsCommittee Review Committee (SACRC) investigateapplication. The SACRC will present their findings tothe SAC and the SAC will forward a recommendationto the Academic Dean.

Concurrent Academic or ProfessionalStudy Leave of Absence Application

Under normal circumstances, a student must submitan ECP application to the SAC, not less than 45 days inadvance of matriculation. Students should prepare awritten request for the SAC for admission into the pro-gram, which includes the stated reasons for the request,a proposed planned course of action, and a justificationfor the proposed course of action. The SAC will reviewthe application and request that the SACRC investigateapplication. The SACRC will present their findings tothe SAC and the SAC must their recommendation tothe Academic Dean.

Academic at Risk ApplicationThe SAC will consider the request as rapidly as pos-

sible. Students are expected to maintain their normalUNECOM course load while applying to the ECP. Stu-dents and faculty will assume no change in courses,exams, or other academic requirements until final ap-proval of an extended curriculum is received from theAcademic Dean in writing. If a student withdraws froma course in progress, he/she will receive a grade of WPor WF, whichever is applicable.

Informal ReviewThe first step of an ECP application will be a meeting,

which must include the student, the student’s advisor, andone of the Associate Deans. The student will supply aletter of application and all relevant data needed to supportthe request. The next step will be a formal review.

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Formal ReviewStudents should prepare a written request for admis-

sion into the program, which includes the stated rea-sons for the request, a proposed planned course of ac-tion, and a justification for the proposed course of ac-tion. A complete application, including a curriculum datasheet, shall be submitted to the SAC. The SAC willreview the application and request that the SACRC in-vestigate application. The SACRC will present theirfindings to the SAC. The SAC shall consider the out-standing deficiencies, the reasonableness of the curricu-lum, the promise for success in the curriculum.

The Academic Dean may grant an urgent LOA formedical or social circumstances at any time, as he/shedeems appropriate. Students who request a plannedLOA or who need the ECP because of a LOA mustfile an ECP with the SAC. The SAC will review theplan and submit a LOA recommendation to the Aca-demic Dean.

When, in the best interest of the student and theUNECOM, a member of the UNECOM administration,faculty, or staff, perceives the need to consider a studentfor the ECP, that person shall notify the appropriate Asso-ciate Dean. The Associate Dean shall initiate the processof an informal review and formal review.

Program ApprovalThe SAC must review the SACRC report and pass

on a recommendation to the Academic Dean. Whenthe Academic Dean requests an expedited review, theSACRC may report its findings directly to the AcademicDean. Final approval of the ECP will be made by theAcademic Dean.

All applications for the ECP will be reviewed by theOffice of the Academic Dean to insure that UNECOMacademic resources, including classroom and labora-tory space, are sufficient to place ECP students andthat third and fourth-year rotation sites placements areavailable for each given UNECOM class. In the eventthat space is not available, UNECOM reserves the rightto refuse ECP admissions. Prioritization will be given to1. Medical/family reasons; 2. COM academic reasons;and 3. Student’s election of the ECP.

NotificationThe Academic Dean shall notify the student, student’s

advisor, SAC, registrar, Financial Aid Office, StudentAffairs Office, Curriculum Office, and the BusinessOffice of the approved ECP. This notification will in-clude the date of initiation of the plan, the conditionsrequired to remain on the plan, the length of the plan,and when the student is to return to the regular curricu-lum. This notification will also include a prorated tuitionplan for ECP coursework.

Review of Academic ProgressThe student and the UNECOM compliance with the

plan shall be monitored by the SAC and the AcademicAffairs Committee of the College. The student’s aca-demic performance will subject to the academic stan-dards for UNECOM students as described in the Col-lege of Osteopathic Medicine Catalog and COM/UNEHandbook.

Advanced Standing Policy

First-Year CoursesAdvanced standing in one or more of the first-year

courses will be considered for all applicants who areoffered an admission into the first-year class. All ad-vanced standing applications must be completed priorto matriculation.

Applicants: All applicants who are offered an ad-mission will be sent the Advanced Standing policy afterthey have made an initial tuition deposit. Those whowish to pursue advanced standing can request an appli-cation from the Admissions Office. Upon receipt of thecompleted advanced standing application, copies will besent to appropriate UNECOM Department Chairper-sons/Instructors for review and action.

Course work for which advanced standing might begranted must:1. Have been completed within five (5) years of matricula-

tion date.2. Have been completed with a grade of B (or >80) or better.3. Be similar in structure and rigor to that which would be

required in the UNECOM curriculum (e.g., similar labora-tory components).

4. Be judged to be equivalent by the appropriate UNECOMDepartment Chairperson/Instructor, who may requiredadditional evidence of competency via an examination.

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Provision, in a timely matter, of all documentation nec-essary to demonstrate these criteria, will be the respon-sibility of the applicant.

Notification: Applicants for advanced standingin the first-year courses will be notified prior toinitiation of the course in question by the appro-priate Department Chairperson/Instructor.

Second-Year CoursesMatriculating first-year students who wish to apply

for advanced standing in second year courses shouldapply through the UNECOM Curriculum Office priorto completion of their first year. The Curriculum Officewill process the application and forward the requests tothe appropriate course director/system manager, whowill apply the same criteria as described above, and tothe Dean’s Office. Applicants will be notified of thedecision in writing prior to entrance into the second year.

Transfer StudentsStudents in good standing at other colleges of osteo-

pathic medicine may apply for admission as transferstudents. The student must provide:1. Official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.2. New Medical College Admission Test scores.3. Letter from the Dean of the osteopathic college in which

the student is enrolled, stating that the student is in sat-isfactory standing.

4. Letters of recommendation from two faculty members atthe osteopathic college where the student is enrolled.

5. A fully completed application, accompanied by a nonre-fundable application fee of $55.

Acceptance of a transfer student will be dependentupon the student’s qualifications, academic compatibil-ity, and available space. Such requests are to be sentdirectly to the UNECOM Academic Dean, not toAACOMAS.

Articulation Agreements1. The College of Arts and Sciences of the University of

New England (UNECAS) provides students the oppor-tunity to prepare for careers in health professions suchas allopathic, osteopathic, dental or podiatric medicine,pharmacy, medical technology, nursing, occupational andphysical therapy.Qualified students at UNECAS who wish to become aDoctor of Osteopathic Medicine may apply for early ad-mission to the College of Osteopathic Medicine at theUniversity of New England following their junior year atUNECAS. The program which allows them to do this isknown as the “3-4 Program.” The 3-4 Program allowsmature, qualified students of the UNECAS to completean undergraduate degree and Doctor of OsteopathicMedicine (D.O.) degree in seven years. The 3-4 Programis for students admitted to the UNECAS and is open toany major.

2. The University of Maine, Orono, and the UNECOM haveestablished an articulation agreement enabling qualifiedUniversity of Maine students to complete an undergradu-ate degree and D.O. degree in seven years. University ofMaine students interested in the 3 + 4 program shouldcontact the University of Maine Pre-Med advisor atOrono: Harold Dowse or Angela Cole at 207-581-2587.

3. The Utica College of Syracuse University, Utica, NY, andUNECOM have established an articulation agreementenabling qualified Utica College students to complete anundergraduate degree and D.O. degree in seven years.Utica College students interested in the 3 + 4 programshould contact the Pre-Med advisor at Utica College: Dr.Judith McIntyre, 315-792-3088.

4. The Tufts University Post-Baccalaureate Premedical Pro-gram and UNECOM have entered into an agreementwhereby qualified individuals who have previously com-pleted a Baccalaureate Degree can fulfill the required pre-requisite courses at Tufts University. For more informa-tion, contact Carol Baffidugan at (207) 627-3767.

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Tuition & Fees

Fall 2001 Spr 2002Tuition $13,845 $13,845Microscope Rental (First Year Only) $ 125General Services Fee $ 275

Deposits and FeesFirst-Year Admission Deposit: This $500.00 non-re-

fundable deposit is due according to the following sched-ule and is credited against tuition.- Those accepted prior to November 15th will have until

December 15th to submit their deposit.- Those accepted between November 15th and January

14th will have thirty (30) days.- Those accepted between January 15th and June 14th

will have fourteen (14) days.- Those accepted on or after June 15th will be asked for an

immediate deposit.First-Year Tuition Installment: This $1,000.00 deposit isdue according to the following schedule and is creditedagainst tuition. It is refundable subject to withdrawalpolicies.

- Those accepted between November 15th and January15th will have sixty (60) days from receipt of their initial$500.00 Admission Deposit.

- Those accepted beyond January 16th will have thirty(30) days from receipt of their initial $500.00 AdmissionDeposit.

Special Student Tuition: UNE undergraduate studentsare permitted to enroll in UNECOM courses as non-matriculating students on a space available basis. Tu-ition will be $600 per credit hour. Students who laterbecome UNECOM matriculated students will pay thefull-time rate.

General Services FeeThis mandatory fee is billed to all medical students

and provides the following services:

1. Graduation activities including cost of receptions, speak-ers, diplomas.

2. Student Government activities including support forclubs, programs, cultural events, etc.

3. Campus Center featuring a gymnasium, running track,fitness center with racquetball courts, snack bar, andbookstore.

4. Athletic events including intramural programs and allintercollegiate home games.

5. Transcripts

Health InsuranceMedical students must enroll in UNE’s Student Medical

Insurance Plan unless they can demonstrate proof of com-parable medical insurance. The 2000-2001 program costfor twelve months of coverage was $325. Refer to ourinsurance brochure for additional instructions.

Students are expected to maintain health insurancecoverage throughout their tenure at UNECOM. Stu-dents electing to enroll in comparable plans should becareful to ascertain their coverage for hazards inherentto physicians, such as hazards associated with needlesticks or blood-borne pathogens.

Parking FeesEach student parking a vehicle on campus for ex-

tended periods of time must purchase a parking permitfrom the Student Accounts Office at a cost of $30.Failure to register a vehicle will result in a $25 fine.

Dean’s Letter of RecommendationInstitutional letters of recommendation for prospec-

tive postgraduate programs, such as internships, resi-dencies, and fellowships are provided to graduating stu-dents. The first ten requests for letters shall be free ofcharge. All additional requests shall be assessed a $3fee.

Special Examination FeeBeginning with students entering UNECOM in Fall

1997, all students are required to take Parts I and II ofthe Comprehensive Medical Licensing Exam(COMLEX). All fees are determined by the NationalBoard of Osteopathic Medical Examiners and are paiddirectly to the Board.

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Payment ScheduleFall tuition and fees are due on August 1, 2001; the

Spring tuition is due on January 15, 2002.

Late Payment ChargeThe balance due each semester will be considered

overdue if not paid by the due date, and any unpaidbalance will be subject to a late charge of 12% per an-num or 1% per month.

Delinquent AccountsA 1.00% per month (12.00% per annum) late charge

will be assessed on any overdue balance. The Deanmay deny the privilege of taking examinations to anystudent who is delinquent. Promotion and/or graduationmay also be denied to any student with an unpaid bill atthe end of the academic year.

Refund PoliciesOverpayments - Students may request a refund of a

credit balance, or tuition credit, on their account result-ing from an overpayment from a withdrawal. Studentswill be advised of the scheduled refund date when therequest for refund is received.

Note: It is customary for medical students to borrowfrom several sources or to sign agreements with third-party payers such as the Armed Forces, state or fed-eral governments to cover their educational costs aswell as living expenses. The University realizes thatpayments are not always received in a timely fashionbecause of delays at the bank or governmental agen-cies. In the event that a student’s Stafford Student Loancheck is received prior to the HEAL loan proceeds orgovernment checks as partial payment for semestercharges and the student finds that he/she will not haveadequate resources for living expenses, a petition forexception to our refund policy can be submitted. Thispetition will need to be evaluated by the Office of Fi-nancial Aid, and must clearly demonstrate financial hard-ship. The University will refund up to one month of liv-ing expenses, as determined by the Financial Aid Of-fice, in anticipation of student loan and/or governmentchecks.

Withdrawal Tuition Refund PolicyA student who intends to withdraw from the University

will be required to go through the withdrawal process. He/she must first see the UNECOM Academic Dean (COM)to obtain the necessary forms. Verbal notice is not suffi-cient. For purposes of computing refunds, the date of with-drawal recorded by the Dean after receipt of withdrawalforms will be used by the Business Office to compute anyrefund due the student.

Refunds will not be permitted for withdrawals duringsummer remedial courses.

Fall Tuition Refund*June 1 to orientation 90%During the first andsecond week of classes 50%During the third andfourth week of classes 25%After fourth week ofclasses through Christmas Break None

*First year only - Refund calculated after deductingadmission deposit.

Spring Tuition RefundDuring the first four weeks ofclasses after Christmas Break 25%After fourth week of classesafter Christmas Break None

Refunds will not be made in the case of absence, sus-pension or dismissal.

Adjustments to students’ financial aid awards will bemade according to federal refund policies as well asspecific program policies. Students who withdraw dur-ing their first semester at the University and receivedfederal financial aid, may be entitled to a refund underthe federal rules labeled “pro-rata.” Students who re-ceive federal Title IV financial aid may be entitled to arefund under the federal refund policy. The federal re-fund policy allows students a refund based on the per-centage of time they were in attendance up to the 50%point within the semester. Details are available in theFinancial Aid Office.

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Leave of Absence Tuition Credit PolicyIn the event a student desires to apply for a leave of

absence, a Leave Form must be submitted to the Aca-demic Dean. The form will include the reason for leav-ing, as well as the expected date of return. An approvedleave of absence during the on-campus portion of thecurriculum will result in credit towards the student’s tu-ition upon resumption of attendance. Failure to returnon the date agreed will result in a withdrawal and theleave of absence credits will be subject to the refundpolicy for withdrawals. No penalty is assessed for aleave of absence during the Clerkship Training Curricu-lum. Leave of absence credits are as follows:

Fall Tuition CreditJune 1 to start of classes 90%During the first and second weekof classes 50%During the third and fourth weekof classes 25%After fourth week ofclasses through Christmas Break 10%

Spring Tuition CreditDuring the first four weeks ofclasses after Christmas Break 25%After fourth week ofclasses after Christmas Break 10%

Notes1. Students should expect annual increases in the cost of

attending UNE since the University is subject to the sameinflationary pressures that affect the rest of society.

2. UNE will continue to make every effort to contain costsfrom the date they are announced through the currentacademic year. The Trustees, however, reserve the rightto make changes in tuition and fees at any time.

3. For their own protection while at the University, it isrecommended that students carry their own local check-ing accounts to provide funds for incidental expensesand emergencies. The University recommends that stu-dents open a checking account with People’s HeritageBank, who has installed a full-service ATM machine oncampus. Checks may also be cashed daily at the StudentAccounts Office and Bookstore ($75 maximum).

4. The University will not be responsible for the loss ofproperty on or off campus although it strives to safe-guard students’ property on campus.

5. Textbooks usually cost about $600 per semester. Stu-dents are expected to pay for those books at the begin-ning of the semester. Books, supplies, and other itemsavailable at the University Bookstore may be paid forwith cash, check, Mastercard, VISA, and Discover creditcards. NOTE: First-year textbook costs are considerablyhigher.

6. Student Malpractice Insurance: A group insurance policyis purchased and provided by UNE to insure its medicalstudents and faculty in the amount of $1,000,000/$3,000,000.

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Financial Aid ProgramsThe Financial Aid Office at the University of New

England is committed to providing students with infor-mation about the different education financing optionsavailable. Each year the Financial Aid Office publishesa Financial Aid Handbook for all students. This hand-book describes the aid application process, the types offinancial assistance available, and other important in-formation. The following pages provide a brief over-view of the different types of aid available. Studentslooking for more detailed information should obtain aFinancial Aid Handbook, available from the FinancialAid Office, or visit the Financial Aid Office on the worldwide web at http://www.une.edu/finaid/.

The material described below represents the most upto date information available at the time that this cata-log went to print. Due to the nature of federal, state,institutional and private program guidelines, this infor-mation is subject to change without notice.

Scholarship Programs

College of Osteopathic Medicine ScholarshipThis scholarship is awarded to students demonstrating

exceptional financial need. Applicants should have all oftheir financial aid application materials complete by May1st in order to be considered for this scholarship.

Sewall Osteopathic Foundation ScholarshipTwo third year UNECOM students are chosen to

receive $10,000 each during their fourth year. Appli-cants must be committed to primary care practice inrural areas. Applicants cannot have a conflicting ser-vice obligation (National Health Service Corps, ArmedForces, Indian Health Service). Applicants must be ingood academic standing. Eligibility is not based on fi-nancial need. Applicants must complete an applicationessay and an interview with the scholarship selectionpanel.

Founders’ Scholarship FundThis scholarship will be awarded to a deserving se-

nior UNECOM student from New England who is judgedto be in financial need and who exemplifies high ethicalstandards toward the Osteopathic profession.

Other University ScholarshipsThese scholarships are available to students demon-

strating exceptional financial need. Funding comes fromthe University and private donors. Applications, as wellas descriptions of scholarships will be available on thefinancial aid web site in early summer.

National Health Service Corps ScholarshipThese competitive scholarships will pay full tuition and

required fees for the academic year, a single paymenttoward other allowable expenses and a monthly stipend($1001 for the 00/01 academic year). For each year ofscholarship support (2 year service minimum) recipi-ents owe 1 year of full-time professional practice atmainly rural sites in high-priority health professions short-age areas of the U.S. at facilities approved by the Pub-lic Health Service. Awards are not based on financialneed. Application packets usually are available in earlyJanuary, and can be requested by calling 1-800-638-0824.

Armed Forces Health ProfessionsStudents Scholarships

In exchange for a later active duty service obligation,these scholarship programs will pay full tuition, fees,the cost of required textbooks and equipment, and amonthly stipend. The Financial Aid Office has a listingof the Armed Forces Recruiters local to the Universitywho can provide additional information regarding theseprograms.

Maine Osteopathic Association ScholarshipsMaine residents enrolled in the College of Osteopathic

Medicine should contact the Maine Osteopathic Asso-ciation for scholarship applications. The application dead-line is May 1st. Contact: Executive Director, MaineOsteopathic Association, RR2 Box 1920, Manchester,ME 04351. Tel: (207) 623-1101.

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Russel C. McCaughanEducation Fund Scholarship

The American Osteopathic Foundation awards eachcollege of osteopathic medicine a $400 scholarship to asecond-year student. The Dean of the College of Os-teopathic Medicine selects the recipient on the basis ofacademic performance, extracurricular activities, andpromise as an osteopathic physician during the student’sfirst year. Selection is made in April of each year.

Loan Programs

Federal Perkins LoanThis is a low-interest loan program available to students

with high financial need. The Financial Aid Office makesfunding decisions based upon the availability of fundingand the total number of eligible applicants. Students whoseapplication materials are complete by May 1st will auto-matically be considered for this program.

Primary Care LoanThis loan program is designed to assist students in-

tending to practice in primary care. Applicants mustprovide complete disclosure of family financial infor-mation on their application, including the student’s andparents’ income and assets, regardless of the applicant’sage or independent status. Funding decisions are basedupon the availability of funding and the total number ofeligible applicants. Students must have their applicationmaterials complete by May 1st in order to be consid-ered for this program.

UNECOM Direct Tuition Credit LoanThis program is available to New England residents.

The loan is interest free during the borrower’sUNECOM matriculation and remains interest free ifthe borrower establishes practice in New England forfive years following the completion of an internship /residency program.

Federal Subsidized Stafford LoanThis federally-guaranteed loan is available to students

demonstrating financial need. The maximum amount perfinancial aid year is $8,500. The student does not payprincipal or interest until six months after the time whenthe student ceases to be enrolled at least half time.

Federal Unsubsidized Stafford LoanThis federally guaranteed loan is similar to the Subsi-

dized Stafford Loan, except that interest begins to ac-crue from the time the loan is disbursed through repay-ment. Students can pay the interest while in school orelect to have all the unpaid interest added into the loanprincipal at the start of repayment. The maximumamount per financial aid year is $30,000.

Gilbert LoanThis low-interest loan program is available to medical

students who are graduates of the University of Maine.Loan amounts vary depending upon availability of fundsand the total number of eligible applicants. Contact:Student Financial Aid Office, University of Maine,Orono, Maine 04469. (207) 581-1324.

Maine Health Professions LoanAvailable to Maine residents who demonstrate finan-

cial need. Applicants (under the age of 30) must pro-vide complete disclosure of family financial informationon their application, including the student’s and parents’income and assets, regardless of the applicant’s inde-pendent status. Applicants over the age of 30 are re-quired to provide income information for themselves (andspouse, if applicable). Loan amounts range from $5,000to $20,000 annually. Contact: Tom Pattneaude, c/oMEAD - FAME, State House Station #119, Augusta,Maine 04333. In Maine: (800) 228-3734, Outside Maine:(207) 626-8200. The deadline is October 1st of eachacademic year.

American Osteopathic Foundation LoansReturning UNECOM students may borrow up to

$5,000 depending upon the availability of funding. Ap-plication forms are available from the Financial AidOffice.

New England Osteopathic Association LoanThis loan is available to students who have success-

fully completed their first year at UNECOM, have NewEngland origins and demonstrate financial need. Theloan carries a low interest rate (4%) if the recipientmaintains a practice in New England; the interest rateis 12% (compounded annually) if conditions for the loanare not met. Application forms are available from theFinancial Aid Office.

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Alternative LoansThere are currently several private lenders who offer

osteopathic students funding under alternative loans.These credit-based loans are designed to make up thedifference between the student’s recognized cost ofattendance and the amount of financial aid the studentreceives. The Financial Aid Office will send a brochure,which has a description of some of the most advanta-geous alternative loan programs, to students with theiraward package. Contact the Financial Aid Office foradditional information.

Short-Term Loan Funds

Dr. Roswell P. and Virginia BatesMemorial Loan Fund

Dr. Bates served as Executive Secretary of the MaineOsteopathic Association for 35 years and was the firstpresident of the New England Foundation for Osteo-pathic Medicine Corporation. The family, patients,friends, and colleagues of Dr. and Mrs. Bates createdthe fund. The fund is administered by the Student Ac-counts Office and makes short-term loans of up to $500.

W.E. Wyatt, D.O., Student Loan FundAn anonymous donor who benefited from services

rendered by William E. Wyatt, D.O, created this fund.Since its inception, several people, who also wished toassist students of osteopathic principles and practice,have augmented this fund. Administered by the StudentAccounts Office, this fund makes available sort-termloans of up to $500.

Contacting the Financial Aid OfficeThe Financial Aid Office is located in Room 121 in

Decary Hall. Office hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondaythrough Friday. Students wishing to make an appoint-ment with a financial aid counselor should call (207)283-0171, extension 2342. We can be reached via faxat (207) 282-6379. General correspondence can be sentvia the Internet to [email protected].

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Scholastic RegulationsAll students enrolled in the University are encouraged to acquaint themselves with the scholastic regulations, the general andspecific requirements of the academic program, and the operational policies that govern the program of study. Additionalinformation may be found in the Student Handbook.

Student Rights and ResponsibilitiesAs part of its review, the Admissions Committee

evaluates each applicant in the areas of personal andacademic integrity and personal values. An invitation tojoin the COM community indicates that the institutionfeels that the applicant has a well-developed set of val-ues and a high level of integrity. The faculty and admin-istration are committed to fostering this sense of integ-rity and helping students develop an increasing aware-ness of the multifaceted demands of professionalism:as student physicians who are ultimately responsible fortheir own learning, as people who need constantly toreappraise themselves, and as future physicians whomust learn to cope with a new set of demands.

Student physicians are expected to behave with re-spect and integrity, to face new situations and peoplewith open minds, to maintain their intellectual and per-sonal curiosity, and to meet their obligations. These ex-pectations form the basis of student responsibilities.

On the other hand, student rights are based on thepremise of reciprocity. That is, students should be metwith the same sense of integrity, respect, and openness.

Standards for ProfessionalBehavior and Conduct

In order to evaluate acceptable demonstration of pro-fessional behavior and conduct for graduation, the follow-ing standards were adopted by the UNECOM faculty:

1. Behaves in a responsible, reliable and dependable man-ner. e.g. Manages time well, is on time for assignments,meetings, and appointments; plans ahead; followsthrough with commitments; cooperates with person(s)in charge of programs; and takes responsibility for ab-sences or missed assignments.

2. Demonstrates personal integrity, honesty, and self-dis-cipline. e.g. Is consistent and truthful, shows appropri-ate personal control, takes on tasks that he/she can man-age; honest in reports and self-evaluations.

3. Projects a professional image in manner, dress, groom-ing, speech, and interpersonal relationships that is con-sistent with the medical profession’s accepted contem-porary community standards. e.g. Maintains awarenessof personal hygiene, wears white coat and name tag ifexpected, notifies preceptor or other leader in case ofemergency absence or calls to apologize if unable tonotify in advance; is respectful of other students andpatients when doing physical diagnosis or treatment.

4. Recognizes his/her personal limitations and biases,whether they are intellectual, physical or emotional;strives to correct them. e.g. Overcomes negative behav-iors such as procrastination, learns to be a team member,and adapts to new situations; avoids discriminatory con-duct or speech.

5. Demonstrates the professional and emotional maturityto manage tensions and conflicts which occur amongprofessional, personal, and family responsibilities, seek-ing professional help if necessary. e.g. Meets with sup-posed antagonists to resolve misunderstandings, getsneeded help from faculty advisors, tutors, counselors,learning assistance professionals and other qualifiedpersons, shows ability to appropriately prioritize personal,professional, and academic expectations and activities.

6. Demonstrates the ability to exercise sound judgementand to function under pressure. e.g. Requests help whenneeded and does not endanger others, respects the dif-ference between student doctor and doctor, and remainsfocused on the task at hand; remembers that as studentdoctor he/she represents UNECOM to the community.

7. Demonstrates ability to learn from mistakes and failures,heeds admonitions and warnings from officers ofUNECOM and of clinical supervisors. e.g. Is responsiveto feedback and constructive criticism regarding profes-sional behavior and attitude, understands the serious-ness of academic and disciplinary warnings.

8. Demonstrates compassion and respect toward others.e.g. Works cooperatively with differences and diversityin personalities and in cultural backgrounds as well aswith differences in social and in economic status, andrespects the privacy and individual choice of others.

9. Consistently demonstrates respect for administrators,faculty, staff, and fellow students of the University.

Failure to abide by these standards may result in aca-demic warning, probation, or dismissal.

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RegistrationThe University conducts an annual registration for first

and second year students during the initial days of thenew academic year. During this process, students areexpected to finalize payment of tuition and related fees,as delineated in the section, entitled “Tuition & Fees”,including filing appropriate documents with the Officesof the Registrar, Financial Aid, Business Affairs, andStudent Affairs. In addition, all new, incoming studentsare required to undergo a complete physical examina-tion, meet UNECOM immunization requirements, andcomplete the medical questionnaire provided by theUniversity as a prerequisite to enrollment.

Academic RecordsComplete records and related documents are main-

tained in the Office of the University Registrar, DecaryHall. Under the terms of the Buckley/Pell Amendmentto the Family Educational and Privacy Act (FERPA),students have the right to review and inspect all officialrecords, files, and data, including all material that is in-corporated into each student’s cumulative record folder.However, the Department of Health and Human Ser-vices has said that clarifying amendments provide thatletters of recommendation submitted on the basis of apledge of confidentiality prior to January 1, 1975 neednot be shown to students, and that a student may beallowed but not required to waive his/her right of ac-cess to letters of recommendation received after thatdate. Under the terms of the Buckley/Pell Amendment,post-secondary institutions must provide students notonly access to official records directly related to them,but also an opportunity for a hearing to challenge suchrecords on the grounds that they are inaccurate, mis-leading, or otherwise inappropriate. It is the right of stu-dents to file a complaint with the Department of Healthand Human Services concerning an alleged failure byan educational agency or institution to comply with sec-tion 438 of the Act that guarantees such rights.

University students wishing to review their recordsmay do so by providing a written request to the Officeof the University Registrar at least 48 hours in advanceof the desired appointment.

Student Conduct RecordsStudent Conduct Records and related files are main-

tained by the Dean of Students in the Student Affairsoffices on each campus. Student conduct records/filesare maintained under the Family Educational Rights andPrivacy Act (FERPA).1. All student conduct and related files are maintained by the

Office of the Dean of Students for a period of no less thanfour years after separation from the University. Recordsmay be destroyed at that time. Disciplinary records may beretained for longer periods of time or permanently if speci-fied in the terms of disciplinary sanctions.

2. Disciplinary records may be voided by the Dean of Stu-dents office with the concurrence of an Appeals Com-mittee for good cause based upon written petition bystudent(s).

3. Denials of petitions to void disciplinary records may beappealed to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Student Access and AnnualNotification

FERPA (see above) affords students certain rightswith respect to their education records. They are:(1) The right to inspect and review the student’s education

records within 45 days of the day the University receivesa request for access.The student should submit to the Office of the Registrar(at the University Campus) or the Student Administra-tive Services Center (at the Westbrook College Campus)a written request that identifies the records which theywish to inspect. The office will notify the student of thetime and place where the records may be inspected.

(2) The right to request the amendment of the student’s edu-cation records that the student believes are inaccurateor misleading.Students may ask the University to amend a record thatthey believe is inaccurate or misleading. They shouldwrite to the University Registrar, clearly identifying thepart of the record they want changed, and specify why itis inaccurate or misleading.If it is determined not to amend the record as requestedby the student, the University will notify the student ofthe decision and advise the student of the right to ahearing regarding the request for amendment. Additionalinformation regarding hearing procedures will accom-pany this notification.

(3) The right to consent to disclosure of personally identifi-able information contained in the student’s educationrecords, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes dis-closure without consent.

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One exception which permits disclosure without con-sent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate edu-cational interests. A school official is a person employedby the University in an administrative, supervisory, aca-demic or research, or support staff position (includinglaw enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a per-son or company with whom the University has contracted(such as attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a personserving on the Board of Trustees; or a student servingon an official committee, or assisting another school of-ficial in performing his or her task; or the Veterans Ad-ministration for students registered for various GI Billprograms. A school official has a legitimate educationalinterest if the official needs to review an education recordin order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility.

(4) The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department ofEducation concerning alleged failure(s) by The Univer-sity of New England to comply with the requirements ofFERPA. The name and address of the Office that admin-isters FERPA is:

Family Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education600 Independence Avenue, SWWashington, DC 20202-4605

Directory Information and DisclosureThe University normally will not supply non-related or-

ganizations with personally identifiable student informa-tion, including “directory information.” One exception tothis policy is the result of a federal law known as the“Solomon Amendment” which requires the University torelease directory information to military recruiters uponrequest. For this purpose, directory information is definedas: name, address, telephone listing, date and place of birth,level of education, academic major, degrees received, andeducational institution in which a student most recently wasenrolled. Information not required or permitted by theSolomon Amendment and not considered directory infor-mation under FERPA will not be released without writtenpermission of the student.

Active students who wish to have directory informa-tion withheld from release must do so in writing on a“per-academic-year” basis. Request forms are avail-able in the Office of the Registrar (University Cam-pus), Student Administrative Services Center(Westbrook College Campus) or Student Affairs Of-fices at either campus. Requests must be submitted priorto September 30th (if first-time enrollment for academicyear is fall semester) or January 30th (if first-time en-rollment for academic year is spring semester) to af-fect a “withhold” status.

Please remember: active students must renew a re-quest for non-disclosure each year to keep such requestsin effect. The University may disclose directory infor-mation about former students without meeting notifica-tion requirements; however, at the last opportunity as astudent (just prior to departure from the University),written requests for non-disclosure will remain in effectuntil a written request to change non-disclosure statusis made by the student.

Response Time andEnd-of-Term Processing

Due to production demands in registration services(both campuses), requests for student records servicescannot be processed on demand. Students are advisedto plan on a three-to-five day turn around on requests.

At the end of each fall and spring semester, registra-tion offices must process significant volumes of grades,completions, and verifications after all final grades aresubmitted by instructors. This “end-of-term” process-ing is not finished for a minimum of two weeks after thelast final exam. After end-of-term processing is finished,grade mailers are sent automatically to each student.Grades cannot be provided to students until end-of-termprocessing is completed.

For students graduating at the end of spring semes-ter: degree verification and posting must be done afterend-of-term grades are processed. Students are advisedto anticipate waiting these periods of time, and shouldplan ahead when working with employers, graduateschools, agencies, or licensing bureaus when orderingtranscripts, grade reports, or degree verifications.

TranscriptsThe following are the policies and regulations con-

cerning transcripts:

No official transcript will be issued until all financialobligations have been met.

Transcripts are issued only at the written and signedrequest of the student. The purpose of this policy is toprotect the privacy of the individual concerned and tominimize the possibility of the use of another’s tran-scripts by an imposter.

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Official transcripts are normally issued directly to othereducational institutions or prospective employers desig-nated by the student. Official transcripts issued to thestudent for purposes of transport to another party canbe provided in a sealed envelope but will be consideredunofficial if opened by the student. Unsealed transcriptsissued directly to students are considered unofficial andare stamped “Issued to Student.”

AttendanceThe University expects the student to attend all sched-

uled lectures, laboratories and clinical assignments un-less appropriate permission has been secured prior tothe absence. Any student missing a class is NOT ex-empted from completing the assignment covered dur-ing the absence. For further information, student shouldconsult the "excused absence policy" as found in theStudent Handbook.

GradingUpon completion of a unit of study, the faculty mem-

ber in charge of that unit submits the number of hourstaught and a grade for each student to the AcademicDean. Grades are based on a High Pass/Pass/Fail gradesystem.

If a student is required to repeat a unit of study, thename of the unit of study and the new grade shall beentered a second time on the transcript. The originalrecording of the unit of study will not be removed fromthe transcript. All units of study shall be listed chrono-logically by trimester, summer, and/or academic yearduring which they are completed.

Academic StandingThe Student Affairs Committee is responsible for evalu-

ating performance and making recommendations to theAcademic Dean on student disciplinary and academicmatters, performance, and on action(s) to be taken. Yearly,the Committee makes recommendations to the AcademicDean on the promotion of students to the next class. Atany time the Committee deems necessary, it may informthe appropriate faculty and administrative personnel of stu-dents experiencing academic difficulties so that correctiveor remedial action may be taken. Also, each year the Com-mittee recommends to the faculty, through the Academic

Dean, the awarding of the Degree of Doctor of Osteo-pathic Medicine to those students who have satisfiedthe requirements.

The status of a student may be reviewed by theStudent Affairs Committee when the student’s per-formance is found to be unsatisfactory in the accu-mulation of knowledge and/or personal growth. Forexample, the student may be reviewed for any of thefollowing reasons:1. unexcused absence(s) from class, laboratory, or clini-

cal experience;2. failure to obtain a satisfactory grade in every unit of

study such as a course, preceptorship, or clerkship;3. failure to abide by the Standards for Professional

Behavior and Conduct (p. 26) or to exhibit the be-havior, ethics, or professional manner deemed nec-essary for the continued study and later practiceof osteopathic medicine in the judgment of the Stu-dent Affairs Committee;

4. personal or medical reasons; in assessing personalgrowth, such factors as morals, emotional stability,integrity, general conduct, reliability, judgment, andrapport with patients is considered.

After discussion, the Student Affairs Committeemay decide by majority vote to make one of the fol-lowing recommendations to the Academic Dean:1. No significant deficiency exists, and the student is

promoted, with such oral or written caution to thestudent as may be recommended.

2. A significant deficiency exists and one or several ofthe following actions is to be taken according to se-verity of the deficiency, the student’s overall achieve-ment and circumstances surrounding the deficiency(illness, family emergency, etc.):a. student is to take remedial examination(s) after an

appropriate interval recommended by the depart-ment chairpersons or system coordinator mostinvolved and approved by a majority vote of theStudent Affairs Committee;

b. student is to undertake special projects or stud-ies required in the deficient area(s);

c. student is placed on academic or disciplinary pro-bation for a stated period of time;

d. student is required to repeat the course(s),preceptorship(s), or clerkship(s) in which there isa deficiency;

e. student is required to repeat the academic year;f. student is suspended from the College;g. student is dismissed from the College.

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Withdrawal/DismissalA student who is dismissed from the College may ap-

peal this decision to the Academic Dean. The Dean willconvene a five-member Appeals Committee for a reviewof the decision and recommendation. If the appeal bodyupholds the dismissal decision, the student is dismissed fromthe College. If the Appeals Committee and Student Af-fairs Committee do not agree on dismissal, the AcademicDean will make a final determination.

Placement of a student on academic probation or dis-ciplinary probation indicates the faculty’s extreme dis-satisfaction with the student’s academic or behavioralperformance. While on probation, the student will notrepresent the college at outside events and will be askedto curtail elected office responsibilities until their aca-demic performance improves. In addition, a student onacademic probation must pass all units of study; a stu-dent on disciplinary probation must discontinue the be-havior leading to probation and maintain a record of ex-emplary behavior. Students who violate the conditionsof probation as listed above will be reviewed again bythe Student Affairs Committee, which will make suchrecommendations to the Academic Dean as it sees fit.

An application for voluntary withdrawal from theCollege must be submitted in writing to the AcademicDean. The Academic Dean may grant a leave of ab-sence due to financial difficulties or for personal, medi-cal, or family problems.

National Board ofOsteopathic Medical ExaminersThe Comprehensive Medical Licensing Examinations(COMLEX) are administered by the National Board ofOsteopathic Medical Examiners (NBOME) and are di-vided into three levels. Levels I and II are given duringthe college years and Level III is given to qualified gradu-ates during their internship year. Students must passCOMLEX Level I in order to continue into the third-year clinical rotations. Prior to graduation, students musttake the Level II examination.

Note: Applications must be in the Office of the Na-tional Board of Medical Examiners one (1) month be-fore the date scheduled for the exams. The College willnot be responsible for late applications.

Laptop Computer RequirementThe College has instituted a mandatory laptop com-

puter requirement. Specifics regarding the minimumconfiguration will be available on a yearly basis.

GraduationThe Board of Trustees of the University of New En-

gland confers the degree Doctor of Osteopathic Medi-cine (D.O.) upon those students who have satisfacto-rily completed the requirements for graduation and whohave been recommended for graduation by the facultyof the College.

Every candidate for the degree of Doctor of Osteo-pathic Medicine must:1. Be of good moral character.2. Be at least twenty-one years of age.3. Have fulfilled the requirements of study for the degree

as determined by the Faculty.4. Have met the academic requirements of the College for

the awarding of the degree and have been in residence atthis College for at least two years.

5. Be free of indebtedness to this College, the University,and their affiliates.

6. Have demonstrated the ethical, personal, and profes-sional qualities deemed necessary for the successful andcontinuing study and practice of osteopathic medicine.

7. Have been recommended by the faculty for graduation.8. Be present at the commencement ceremony of his/her

class at the time the degree is conferred.

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Curriculum and Clinical Clerkship

UNECOM Curriculum

Fall Winter Spring

Year I

Gross Anatomy Human Function Human FunctionHistology Virology PathologyHuman Function Nutrition PharmacologyImmunology Parasitology Medical JurisprudenceEmbryology Bacteriology Dermatology System

Prin. of Population Health

Foundations in Doctoring; Osteopathic Principles & Practice I

Year II

Neuroanatomy Cardiovascular System Reproductive SystemNervous System Gastrointestinal System Endocrine SystemPsychiatry System Renal System Comlex Level I ExamMusculoskeltal System Emergency MedicineRespiratory System Clinical Decision MakingHematology System

Foundations in Doctoring; Osteopathic Principles & Practice II; Pharmacology and Therapeutics

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The Curriculum

Curriculum ObjectivesThe curriculum is designed to produce osteopathic

primary care physicians who are skilled in health pro-motion and illness prevention as well as the delivery ofillness care.

In order to educate this type of physician, the basicand clinical science foundations of the curriculum areaugmented by a strong program in human behavior andcommunity medicine in the Foundations of Doctoringand Experiences in Doctoring courses. Hospitalclerkships continue to emphasize these same conceptsin the setting of inpatient care with its attendant specialneeds and requirements.

Curriculum OutlineThe curriculum of the Medical College is under the

direct supervision of the Dean via the Academic Af-fairs Committee and the Faculty Assembly. The cur-riculum is divided into two sections: The On-campusBasic and Clinical Sciences Curriculum and the Clerk-ship Training Curriculum.

On-campus Basic andClinical Sciences Curriculum

The first year of the medical curriculum contains avariety of basic science courses and the beginning ofthe organ systems courses with Dermatology. The firstyear courses include: Anatomy, Biochemistry, Nutrition,Physiology, Pathology, Parasitology, Virology, Immunol-ogy, Bacteriology, Pharmacology, Principles of Popula-tion Health, Medical Jurisprudence, Embryology, His-tology and Foundations of Doctoring.

The second year is organized into a Neuroanatomycourse and Experiences in Doctoring course plus a se-ries of ten systems representing related organ-group-ings of the body; namely, Nervous, Psychiatry, Muscu-loskeletal, Respiratory, Hematology, Cardiovascular,Renal, Gastrointestinal, Endocrine and ReproductiveSystems. All systems are presented from a multi-disci-plinary approach integrating lectures on basic science,internal medicine, pathology, surgery, radiology, pediat-rics and family medicine. Near the completion of thesecond year, students encounter Emergency Medicine

and the Clinical Decision Making course designed toprepare students for the transition into the following twoyears of clinical training experiences.

The knowledge to conduct a good history and physi-cal exam is perhaps the most important information ac-quired in the four (4) years of medical training. AtUNECOM, this skill is developed during the Founda-tions of Doctoring, Experiences in Doctoring and theClinical Decision Making courses, and encompasses:

Socio-psychological aspect of the patient interview;Motor Skills;History and Physical (H&P) Format; andInitial Differential Diagnosis.

The precepts and concepts learned in these coursesand systems along with Behavioral Medicine and Medi-cal Humanities are applied in the clinical clerkships ofthe third and fourth year. Interwoven throughout bothdidactic phases of the curriculum is the course on os-teopathic principles and practice. An attempt is made,where possible, to vertically integrate the material inthis course with that of the ongoing systems of the sec-ond year. The courses and systems taught each yearare as follows.

Medical Curriculum forPre-Clinical Phase

First-Year Curriculum Outline

August to DecemberNo. Title Credit Hrs501 Medical Gross Anatomy 9503 Medical Histology 5505 Medical Embryology 2523 Medical Immunology 1511 Human Function: Biochemistry and Cell Biology 5587 Foundations of Doctoring 5591 Osteopathic Principles & Practice 5

January to March“Ctd.” represents a continuation of course work from a prior term.

No. Title Credit Hrs512 Human Function: Biochem & Cell Biology (5) Ctd.524 Medical Virology 1530 Medical Parasitology 1

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532 Human Function:Cellular & Organ System Physiology 5

586 Basic Life Support - Health Care Provider 0587 Foundations of Doctoring Ctd.591 Osteopathic Principles & Practice I (5) Ctd.

April to June“Ctd.” represents a continuation of course work from a prior term.

No. Title Credit Hrs514 Nutrition 1526 Medical Bacteriology 3532 Human Function:

Cellular & Organ System Physiology (5) Ctd.542 Medical Pharmacology 2552 Introduction to Pathology 3558 Dermatological System 2568 Medical Jurisprudence 1587 Foundations of Doctoring Ctd.591 Osteopathic Principles & Practice I (5) Ctd.598 Principles of Population Health 2

Course Descriptions-First Year

#501 Medical Gross Anatomy 9 Hrs.

Human Gross Anatomy is the study of the body’s struc-ture. The course is divided into four major sections: up-per limb; back and lower limb; thorax, abdomen andpelvis; and head and neck. Laboratory dissection isemphasized throughout the entire course, with supple-mental lectures and tutorials offered where necessary.Computer-aided instruction is available as well, to as-sist students learning anatomy. The student is expectedto learn anatomical terminology, three-dimensionalanatomy, and begin studying clinical correlations. Thelatter continues to become a more integral part of theanatomy curriculum. Students are evaluated by a seriesof four written examinations and four laboratorypracticals, one of each per major section.

#503 Medical Histology 5 Hrs.

The cells, tissues and organs of the body are studied usingthe light microscope. In addition, students are expected torecognize certain structures as they appear in the electronmicroscope. The relationship of the structures observedto their function in the body is heavily emphasized. Thecourse begins with a study of the structure/function ofnormal cells and tissues. This information is then used tostudy the microscopic structure/function of all the organ

systems which form the body. Wherever possible, themicroscopic structure of the organ system being stud-ied is related to the study of the same organ system inother anatomy courses, as well as to the other basicscience disciplines and the profession of Osteopathicmedicine. Students are evaluated by three written (lec-ture) examinations and three (laboratory) examinations.

#505 Medical Embryology 2 Hrs.

This course is designed to provide an overview of hu-man development and, subsequently, deal with the de-velopment of major organ systems. Clinical applications,such as discussion of several of the more common con-genital abnormalities of each system, will be presented.It is also intended that this course supplement the hu-man gross anatomy course by providing the student withan understanding of the developmental processes in-volved in establishing adult structures.

#511 Human Function:Biochemistry and Cell Biology 5 Hrs.

This course examines the fundamentals of general bio-chemistry. Topics covered include the nature and con-trol of metabolic pathways in carbohydrate, lipid, andprotein metabolism, membrane structure, nucleic acidmetabolism and control of cell division. Weekly, smallgroup exercises, in which students examine problemsor case histories related to biochemical principles, arean integral part of the course. The primary objective ofthe course is to prepare the student for subsequentcourses in the basic medical sciences and for the moremedically-related biochemistry included in the Systemsin the second year of the UNECOM curriculum.

#514 Nutrition 1 Hr.

This course familiarizes students with the fundamen-tals of normal nutrition through a combination of self-study and discussion-oriented lectures. Students will beexpected to record, examine and analyze their diet witha computer-based diet analysis program, as well as de-velop techniques to evaluate and advise patients on con-troversial nutritional issues. This knowledge will form abasis for clinical nutrition to be covered in the systems.

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#523 Medical Immunology 1 Hr.

This course focuses on the adaptive immune responseand the interactions of cells, tissues, and molecules ofthe immune system. The course presents how the im-mune system recognizes and discriminates between selfand non-self and how the body eliminates pathogensfrom the body. Allergy and autoimmune mechanismsare presented to show roles where the immune systemcauses disease.

#524 Medical Virology 1 Hr.

The Medical Virology course presents a survey of thefield of virology in which the properties of viral agentsand their specific cellular and systemic replication cyclesare discussed. The signs and symptoms of disease, pre-vention, control, and identification procedures are pre-sented.

#526 Medical Bacteriology 3 Hrs.

Medical Bacteriology presents lectures which introduceclinically relevant bacteria and fungi and their associ-ated diseases. The laboratory component of this courseteaches practical techniques which will assist a physi-cian in identifying and treating microbial pathogens.

#530 Medical Parasitology 1 Hr.

Current status of important protozoan and helminthicdiseases of humans with emphasis on prevalence, trans-mission, pathology, diagnosis, control, prevention andtreatment.

#532 Human Function:Cellular and Organ SystemPhysiology 5 Hrs.

General Goals of Physiology Curriculum: Students suc-cessfully completing the Physiology curriculum in theCollege of Osteopathic Medicine will demonstrate arange of physiological thinking skills and abilities whichthey will use in the acquisition of further knowledge andin the treatment of patients. They will demonstrate theircommand of key physiological terms and concepts andtheir ability to identify and solve fundamental physiologi-cal problems. In addition, they will demonstrate theability to do each of the following:

· Analyze physiological and pathophysiological ques-tions and issues clearly and precisely;

· Formulate physiological information accurately, dis-tinguishing the relevant from the irrelevant;

· Recognize questionable assumptions;· Use key physiological concepts effectively;· Use physiological language in keeping with estab-

lished professional usage;· Reason carefully and logically from clearly stated

premises.

Students will demonstrate the basic physiological knowl-edge and reasoning skills described above through theirperformance on written examinations containing a vari-ety of question formats.

The specific course HF532 examines the physiologicalaspects of cellular function and applies these conceptsto understanding the contribution of various organ sys-tems to homeostasis. Topics covered include membranetransport, membrane receptors and second messengersystems, properties of excitable cells, mechanisms ofhormone action, autonomic nervous system function,physiological control mechanisms, the integrated func-tion of the cardiovascular, respiratory, gastrointestinal,and renal systems, and hydrogen ion balance. Weeklysmall group exercises, in which students examine prob-lems or case histories related to Physiological principles,are an integral part of the course.

#542 Medical Pharmacology 2 Hrs.

This course will provide the student with a basic under-standing of the relationships among biochemistry, physi-ology, pharmacology, and other basic medical sciences.The course will include the following topics: pharmaco-kinetics, pharmacodynamics, toxicology, drugs affect-ing the autonomic nervous system, antibiotics, and drugsused in the treatment of dermatological diseases.

#552 Introduction to Pathology 3 Hrs.

In this course, students develop an understanding of howbasic science principles apply to pathophysiologic pro-cesses and how these processes affect gross and mi-croscopic changes that are manifestations of disease.

#558 Dermatological System 2 Hr.

In this course, students should learn the normal statesof the skin, diseases affecting the skin and dermal mani-festations of internal disease states. By the end of thecourse, students should be able to diagnose diseasesfrequently encountered in general practice, recommendappropriate therapy, or determine when referral to aspecialist is appropriate.

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#568 Medical Jurisprudence 1 Hr.

This course introduces students to principles of theAmerican Jurisprudence system as it applies to the prac-tice of medicine. Included are: Bases and elements ofthe law; civil lawsuits; torts; negligence and medicalmalpractice; physician-patient privilege; confidentiality;access to records; medical records; informed consent;substance abuse treatment records; subpoenas andsearch warrants; hospital medical staff membership andprivileges; peer review, reporting adverse actions; man-datory and optional reporting to the authorities, includ-ing child abuse and elder and adult abuse; medical li-censure; prescription drug issues concerning physicians;advanced medical directives; sexual harassment; medi-cal economics: HIV and AIDS confidentiality and test-ing; and termination of patient care.

#586 Basic Life Support-Health Care Provider 0 Hr.

This course is offered to prepare students to provideassistance to patients in cases of cardiac arrest and/orpulmonary obstruction for adults and children in accordwith the American Heart Association (AHA). Atten-dance is MANDATORY at class and demonstrationlabs.

#587 Foundations of Doctoring 5 Hrs.

Introduces and establishes the basic philosophy and prin-ciples necessary for the development of skills and atti-tudes required for success in the art and practice ofOsteopathic Medicine. Emphasis is placed on the phy-sician/patient relationship, interview skills, physical ex-amination and health promotion. Instruction utilizes lec-ture, small group discussions, demonstration/practicesessions and practical community-based experiences.The course will lay the foundation by which studentswill develop and apply the osteopathic concepts of thewhole person, relationships of structure and function,and homeostatic health in preparation for the generalpractice of medicine.

#591 Osteopathic Principles and Practice I 5 Hrs.

The objectives of OP&P I are as follows: To teach os-teopathic history and philosophy; to teach the student tothink in an osteopathic fashion; to develop palpatory di-agnostic skills; and to apply visual and palpatory skills tobasic structural diagnosis and manipulation.

#598 Principles of Population Health 2 Hr.

The goals of this course are to: introduce the context inwhich epidemiologic thinking and research occurs; in-troduce, define, and give examples of applications ofkey epidemiologic concepts and principles; and applyselected concepts and principles in a clinically relevantcontext. In addition, this course introduces students toprinciples of occupational and public health: building onthe student’s knowledge of disease process and ele-ments of preventive medicine.

Second-Year Curriculum Outline

August to DecemberNo. Title Credit Hrs.601 Nervous System 6603 Medical Neuroanatomy 2605 Psychiatry System 2611 Musculoskeletal System 4623 Respiratory System 3633 Hematology System 3673 Experiences in Doctoring 5687 Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2691 Osteopathic Principles & Practice II 5

January to March“Ctd.” represents a continuation of course work from a prior term.

No. Title Credit Hrs.642 Cardiovascular System 5652 Renal System 3662 Gastrointestinal System 3673 Experiences in Doctoring Ctd.688 Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2691 Osteopathic Principles & Practice II (5) Ctd.

March to June“Ctd.” represents a continuation of course work from a prior term.

No. Title Credit Hrs.660 Endocrine System 1673 Experiences in Doctoring Ctd.688 Pharmacology and Therapeutics (2) Ctd.691 Osteopathic Principles & Practice II (5) Ctd.693 Clinical Decision Making 2664 Reproductive System 5670 Emergency Medicine 1668 Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 1

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Course Descriptions - Second Year

#601 Nervous System 6 Hrs.

The Nervous System is a six-week, integrated,multidisciplinary course on the normal and abnormalstructure and function of the human nervous system.The course is divided into two broad areas; peripheral/sensory followed by central neurological mechanisms.A majority of the system is delivered in a lecture for-mat. The system ends with hands-on review of the neu-rological exam and the opthalmologic exam. The goalof the course is to provide the student with a solid foun-dation of knowledge and skills concerning the nervoussystem as a background to other organ systems coursesto follow, and as background for the clinical clerkships.

#603 Medical Neuroanatomy 2 Hrs.

This course parallels the beginning weeks of the Ner-vous System. It is a laboratory course which provides astructural and functional background for interpretingneurological signs and symptoms. The topics are ap-proached using a case study format. Gross brains, glassslide preparations and CNS images are used as studymaterial.

#605 Psychiatry System 2 Hrs.

The Psychiatry System is a two-week, interdisciplinarycourse that introduces second-year medical students todisorders of higher central nervous system function thataffect motivation, mood, consciousness and cognition.The focus is on such mental disorders as depression,anxiety, somatization, personality disorders and sleepdisorders.

#611 Musculoskeletal System 4 Hrs.

The Musculoskeletal System is a four-week, integrated,multidisciplinary course on the normal and abnormal func-tion of the human musculoskeletal system. The systempresents normal and abnormal function, as well as diagno-sis and therapy. Within the system, normal function pre-cedes clinical disciplines. Specifically, the disciplines in-cluded in the musculoskeletal system are: the biochemis-try of muscle, connective tissue and bone, and pharmaco-logical treatments for gout, inflammation and arthritides.The manifestations and diagnosis of musculoskeletal dis-orders are covered in pathology and internal medicine.

Topics in orthopedics and otorhinolaryngology are cov-ered. Case presentations using actual patients are usedthroughout the system in rheumatology. Diagnosis andtherapy of sports injuries are covered in family medi-cine. Finally, there is a discussion of the biological basisof osteopathic manipulative medicine. The goal of themusculoskeletal system is to provide the students witha solid foundation of knowledge as a background to otherorgan system courses to follow, as well as a backgroundfor the clinical clerkships in general practice, medicine,surgery and relevant electives.

#623 Respiratory System 3 Hrs.

The Respiratory System begins with a review of theanatomy, biochemistry and physiology of the lungs andrespiratory passageways. Subsequent topics includeradiology, pathology, pharmacology, surgery and themanagement of respiratory disorders by the generalpractitioner using various treatment regimens in con-junction with Osteopathic techniques. Anesthesiologyand inhalation therapy are also included.

#633 Hematology System 3 Hrs.

This system is designed to teach the students the prin-ciples of normal and abnormal differentiation and matu-ration of red blood cells, white blood cells (including lym-phocytes) and platelets and how these principles applyto the diagnosis and treatment of diseases resulting fromthese abnormalities.

#642 Cardiovascular System 5 Hrs.

The Cardiovascular System provides an overall approachto cardiovascular medicine. Basic science and clinicalpresentations are interwoven throughout the first por-tion of the course. Initial emphasis is placed on the un-derstanding of basic mechanisms including electrophysi-ology, electrocardiograms, arrhythmias and cardiacmetabolism. Integrated control of the cardiovascularsystem is addressed on several levels and a detailedunderstanding of autonomic nervous system dynamicsis essential. Clinical and basic science disciplines pro-vide detailed information regarding identification andtreatment of myocardial ischemia, myocardial infarc-tion, congestive heart failure and hypertension in addi-tion to other cardiovascular problems that are often seen

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by the primary care physician. Clinical conferences pro-vide direct experience with patients and provide stu-dents with a chance to actively participate in discus-sions relevant to the integration of clinical approacheswith basic science. Additional approaches to cardiovas-cular health include discussions of nutrition and behav-ior, as well as ethical issues.

#652 Renal System 3 Hrs.

This System is designed to provide the students with astrong background in the principles of renal physiology,as well as a basic understanding of the etiology anddiagnosis of the most common renal disorders. Radio-logic techniques and pathology of the renal system arealso considered.

#660 Endocrine System 1 Hr.

The Endocrine System will consider the five major en-docrine glands plus carbohydrate and ionic homeosta-sis. The endocrines of the reproductive system will notbe considered in this unit of study. Outline: Using anoutline of objectives, these subjects will be approachedfrom the position of excess (hyper) function, deficient(hypo) function and anatomical abnormalities (neo-plasms). Each clinical situation will be examined usinga series of five questions: (1) What is the clinical pre-sentation? (2) What diagnostic tests can confirm yourhypothesis? (3) How is this differentiated from closelyrelated diseases? (4) What is the etiology, pathophysi-ology and prognosis if left untreated of this disease?(5) How is this disease treated? (6) How is this diseasemonitored and managed over time? Students, workingeither individually or in groups, are advised to developresponses for each of the objectives. The examina-tions will come from the objectives.

#662 Gastrointestinal System 3 Hrs.

The Gastrointestinal System begins with a review ofthe basic structure and function of human alimentarycanal and accessory organs of digestion. This providesa basis for a discussion of the pathological, pathophysi-ological and clinical consequences of various gastrointes-tinal disorders including: disorders of motility, peptic ul-cers, gastrointestinal bleeding, malabsorption, diseasesof the pancreas, gallbladder, and liver, inflammatory dis-eases of the bowel, neoplastic disease and infectiousdiseases of the gastrointestinal tract. In addition, meth-ods of nutritional support and gastrointestinal diseasesencountered in pediatrics will be discussed.

#664 Reproductive System 5 Hrs.

This System introduces the student to the basic physiol-ogy and pathophysiology of the male and female repro-ductive systems. Emphasis will be on correlations be-tween histopathology and clinical obstetrics and gyne-cology. The student should become familiar with clini-cal principles consistent with the needs of a general prac-titioner. Attention will be directed towards those areaswhere specialty knowledge is essential.

#668 ACLS 1 Hr.

The Advanced Cardiac Life Support is a certification pro-gram to develop the student’s proficiency in advancedcardiac life support techniques. It is presented for the sec-ond-year medical students prior to their leaving the cam-pus for hospital rotations and conforms to the standards ofthe American Heart Association. Students are required tobe certified in ACLS prior to graduation. A prerequisite isa current basic life support certificate (CPR) through theAmerican Heart Association.

#670 Emergency Medicine 1 Hr.

This course emphasizes the approach to, the differen-tial diagnosis of, and the treatment of the patient in theemergency department. Topics for the lectures arechosen because they are essential to the practice ofemergency medicine or because they are important topicsthat may not have been covered in other lectures.

#673 Experiences in Doctoring 5 Hrs.

Empasizes observation and practice of the fundamentalskills of patient assessment and the medical encounter.Students will focus on hands-on learning in the commu-nity and institutional setting to practice skills related tothe physical examination, the process of the differentialdiagnosis, the medical presentation and the medicalrecord. Students are expected to develop and demon-strate these skills in the Simulated Patient Program, theGeriatric Practicum and the OSCE (Objective Struc-tured Clinical Exam) proram. Lectures will focus onthe differential diagnostic process as well as the medi-cal link with the social aspects of abuse/violence, endof life care and issues of the geriatric population. In-struction will include clinical experiences, lectures andsmall group sessions. The course will stress the “wholeperson” context of medicine with an appreciation of thepsych-social dynamics of each encounter between pa-tient, family, community and the physician.

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#687 Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2 Hrs.

After completion of this course, the student should havean understanding of the drugs used in the treatment ofcommon diseases of the Nervous System, the Psy-chiatry System, the Musculoskeletal System, the Res-piratory System and the Hematology System. Studentswill be expected to know the major classes of drugsand the most important and commonly used membersof each class; the mechanisms of action of these drugs;the actions, major side effects, and major interactionswith other drugs; and the clinical indications andcontraindications for the drugs.

#688 Pharmacology and Therapeutics 2 Hrs.

After completion of this course, the student should havean understanding of the drugs used in the treatment ofcommon diseases of the Cardiovascular System, theRenal System, the Gastrointestinal System, the Repro-ductive System and the Endocrine System. Students willbe expected to know the major classes of drugs and themost important and commonly used members of eachclass; the mechanisms of action of these drugs; the ac-tions, major side effects, and major interactions withother drugs; and the clinical indications andcontraindications for the drugs.

#691 Osteopathic Principles & Practice II 5 Hrs.

This is a continuation of the OP&P I course. Additionalskills will be developed, as well as exposure to a widervariety of manipulative approaches such as myofascialrelease and cranial concepts. Integration into coursesystems will begin.

#693 Clinical Decision Making 2 Hrs.

The Clinical Decision Making course is the capstone ofthe second year at UNECOM. The course is an exer-cise in the application of clinical, decision-making skills.Eight to ten students are assigned to a physician facili-tator. Over three weeks, the students work on longitu-dinal patient management, differential diagnosis and casepresentation. The students are evaluated on their abilityto integrate and prioritize information and to present itin an efficient and professional manner.

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Curriculum Review

The UNECOM has undertaken a curriculum review aimed at improving its educational experience. The goal ofthat review is to make changes reflecting the needs of osteopathic physicians for the 21st century. This isreflected in the following list of competencies adopted by the UNECOM faculty for use as guiding principles inthe review process:

UNECOM Graduate Competencies for the Twenty-First Century

Graduates will have the knowledge, skills, and pro-fessional perspective to:1. Integrate Osteopathic philosophy in all aspects of their

professional activities, including:-using Osteopathic principles to guide health caredelivery-using Osteopathic manipulative medicine in thera-peutic management

2 Understand health and illness in the context of the inter-relationships of the structure and function of the mindand body, by:

-mastering a core of basic and clinical sciences-understanding the etiology, natural history, and prevention of core diseases-using this knowledge in the provision of health care

3. Prevent illness; diagnose and manage acute and chronicillness; and maintain health.

4. Gather and interpret patient information, including his-tory and physical examinations and diagnostic testing.

5. Incorporate the practice of health promotion and dis-ease prevention in the care of patients, families andcommunities.

6. Use the principles of scientific inquiry in:-understanding the design and conduct of clinical research-interpreting and critically evaluating research literature-evaluating practice guidelines

7. Use scientific, economic, and ethical principles in man-aging cost-effective and quality care to patients, familiesand populations - including the use and evidence-basedselection of:

-diagnostic testing-treatment modalities-preventive techniques

8. Understand the influence of the physical and social en-vironment on the health of individuals, families, andcommunities.

9. Effectively teach patients, students, colleagues, and others.10. Apply the principles of patient-centered care, including:

-understanding the patient’s experience of healthand illness-communicating effectively - listening, informing and educating-enhancing patient self-care competence-honoring individual and community values, beliefs,ability and preferences

11. Critically appraise non-traditional healing modalities andprovide guidance to patients in their use.

12. Recognize and discuss with patients, families and col-leagues the ethical and legal issues involved in clinicaland preventive care.

13. Pursue continuous professional development and competencythrough study, consultation, and personal reflection.

14. Use information technology to search out, organize andanalyze information to guide clinical decision-making andquality care management.

15. Function in an integrated health care system, either asan independent practitioner or as a member of amultidisciplinary team.

16. Recognize the economic and political environment in whichhealth care occurs and its effect on the organization andbusiness climate in which health care is provided.

Curricular changes and modifications should be ex-pected as part of the UNECOM’s ongoing process ofcontinuing curricular review and improvement.

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Clinical ClerkshipProgram Descriptions

The UNECOM student rotates through the clinicalclerkships during the final phase of his/her predoctoraleducation. The clinical clerkship experience has a broadand specific goal to provide a module of osteopathicmedical education preparing the student to enter a gen-eral rotating internship. Students are trained to effec-tively render service and to benefit from the clinicalexperience available in the internship setting. The clerk-ship is designed to fulfill a necessary step in the evolu-tion of the UNECOM student to competency for gen-eral practice as a primary care physician. Cognitive,manual and psychomotor objectives are directed towarddeveloping physician skills and attitudes of the studentin preparation for internship. Also during this time, thestudent is expected to complete the transition to adultlearner, asking questions and independently seeking andsynthesizing information.

A part of this goal is the expectation that the futurephysician will consistently adhere to the osteopathicphilosophy and concept in the practical management ofpersons for maintenance of health and for the treat-ment of disease, acute and chronic. Further, the studentwill develop the ethical character expected of futurephysicians as a caring person skilled in problem solving,therapeutic management and interpersonal relations andwith a social sense of fiscal accountability and respon-sibility toward health management.

During those months, clinical services are arrangedto meet core and elective requirements of the clinicalpracticum. Utilizing the clerkship training centers, affili-ate hospitals, ambulatory care sites, and other clinicalsettings, students gain exposure to a scope and varietyof clinical experiences appropriate to the preparation ofthe general practitioner. Students travel to a number ofsites along the Eastern seaboard and to the Midwest,experiencing health care delivery from the rural privatepractitioner to the inner city, tertiary care facility. Stu-dents may be required to travel or relocate to affiliateregions to complete this segment of training.

Core rotations, as determined by the Academic Af-fairs Committee, are assigned by the Office of ClinicalAffairs from a list of affiliate sites. The core rotationsinclude Internal Medicine, Surgery, Obstetrics/Gynecol-ogy, Pediatrics, Family Practice and Psychiatry. Required

Selective rotations include Internal Medicine, Surgery,Emergency Medicine, Osteopathic Manipulative Medi-cine, and Rural Health Care (AHEC). With a possibleexception of OMM, the student selects the sites, sub-ject to Clinical Affairs Office approval, at which theseclerkships will be done. Elective months are scheduledby the student with the approval of the Office of Clini-cal Affairs.

Documentation of immunization and/or a criminalbackground check may be required by specific affili-ates or elective sites.

To graduate, the student must successfully completeall required core, selective and elective clerkship as-signments as specified in the clerkship manual and syl-labi. Integral to this success is the maintenance of thehighest levels of academic and professional behaviorstandards.

Family PracticeThe Core Family Practice clerkship is a hospital and/

or ambulatory care experience where the student willapply basic concepts and skills presented during the pre-clinical years. By basing the experience in a communitysetting, the student is exposed to clinical resources unitedin a continuum of care, thus developing within the stu-dent an awareness of the physician’s role in the totalhealth care team. Emphasis is on the patient’s reactionto illness, the physician to patient relationship, familydynamics in illness and health, and the careful and eco-nomical use of medical therapeutics, technology con-sultations, clinical laboratory investigation and hospital-ization. Special attention is given to the patient inter-view, directed physical examination and patient educa-tion in the therapeutic use of the physician. In additionto training in the hospital setting, the student is likely tospend time in various clinics and the offices of individualphysicians. Students may schedule additional familypractice experiences during their elective months withthe approval of the Office of Clinical Affairs.

Internal MedicineInternal Medicine clerkships are conducted as pre-

dominantly hospital-based experiences. The Coreclerkships are completed at a clerkship training centeror other affiliate site. An additional medicine service isselected by the student in a field of interest. The

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clerkships are intended to provide practical clinical ex-posure and learning designed for the application of con-cepts and principles presented during the preclinicalyears. Additional knowledge and practical experienceare emphasized to identify the range of normal func-tioning, to identify, diagnose and manage patients withpathologic functioning and to predict the natural courseof health and disease.

Students may schedule additional general or subspe-cialty internal medicine experiences during their elec-tive months with the approval of the Office of ClinicalAffairs.

SurgerySurgical clerkships are conducted as hospital and/or

ambulatory-based experiences. Successful completionof two services is required for graduation. For the Corerotation, students will be assigned to a clerkship trainingcenter or other affiliate site for general and/or special-ity surgical services. The second rotation may be sched-uled at a site chosen by the student, with the approvalof the Office of Clinical Affairs. The major goal of theseclerkships is to provide an appreciation of the principlesof surgical practice by expanding on the precepts of theclassroom in a practical experience in clinical medicine.It is intended that emphasis be placed on the totality ofcare from the presurgical visit through the surgical en-counter and the postoperative recovery.

Students may elect additional surgical clerkship timeduring their elective months with the approval of theOffice of Clinical Affairs.

Obstetrics/GynecologyStudents are required to complete one Core clerkship

in Obstetrics and Gynecology. This clerkship is intendedto provide practical clinical exposure in the diagnosisand management of the female patient with normal andpathologic obstetric and gynecologic processes. Gyne-cologic surgery, labor and delivery, preoperative evalu-ations and postoperative care are emphasized. Studentsare encouraged to participate in ambulatory care whereappropriate.

Students may schedule additional obstetrical and/orgynecologic clerkships during their elective months withthe approval of the Office of Clinical Affairs.

PsychiatryStudents must complete successfully one Psychiatry

clerkship to meet Core clinical requirements. This Coreassignment is intended to apply the concepts of diagno-sis and management presented during the preclinicalcourse work. The recognition of key target symptomsof common mental illnesses is emphasized with themental status examination providing a basis of differen-tial diagnosis and therapy. The student will be givenadditional exposure in cognitive, psychomotor and af-fective development.

Students may schedule additional clerkships in men-tal health and psychiatry during their elective monthswith the approval of the Office of Clinical Affairs.

PediatricsA clerkship in Pediatrics in the hospital, clinic and/or

office setting is a Core requirement which allows thestudent to apply the concepts and principles presentedduring the preclinical years. Students gain practical clini-cal experience in the diagnosis and management of theprimary care pediatric patient with normal or pathologicfunctioning as well as concepts of the natural course ofdisease and normal growth and development. Studentexposure to intensive care and pediatric subspecialtiesmay occur but the emphasis is on primary care of thenewborn to the adolescent.

Students may schedule additional general or subspe-cialty clerkships in pediatrics during their elective monthswith the approval of the Office of Clinical Affairs.

AHECThe Area Health Education Center was developed at

UNECOM through funding by the federal governmentto: 1) provide educational experiences in rural Maine;2) recruit qualified students from rural Maine; and 3)provide educational support for health professionals inrural Maine.

As part of this program, students from UNECOMare required to perform a selective rural health clerk-ship as part of their clinical requirements. Emphasizing,but not limited to, primary ambulatory care, students areassigned to a preceptor location in rural Maine to applybasic concepts and principles of medical care. The ser-vice is designed to develop an appreciation for the phi-losophy and style of rural practice by involvement with

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the community, physician and patient. Involvement inpatient diagnosis protocols, health screening, preventivemedicine and patient education are utilized.

Successful completion of one service is required forgraduation. Assignment is conducted by the AHEC Of-fice, in coordination with the Office of Clinical Affairs.

Emergency MedicineAn Emergency Medicine clerkship is a required se-

lective hospital experience where the UNECOM stu-dent will apply the concepts of diagnosis and manage-ment of patient problems presented during the preclini-cal years. Students are expected to be ACLS (Ameri-can Cardiac Life Support) certified prior to this service.ACLS is offered during the second-year curriculum.The practical experience of recognition, differential di-agnosis and therapeutic management of the patient withsurgical, medical or psychiatric problems requiring ur-gent care is emphasized in this requirement. The stu-dent will apply psychomotor skills in musculoskeletalinjuries, vascular access, wound management and car-diovascular resuscitation while demonstrating conceptsof patient evaluation and management.

Students may schedule additional emergency medi-cine services during their elective time with the approvalof the Office of Clinical Affairs.

Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineAn OMM Selective clerkship is under development

for the class of 2003.

ElectivesStudents are afforded elective time during their clerk-

ship training. With the approval and counseling of theOffice of Clinical Affairs, students may pursue areasof special interest to complement the required core andselective services. Students are encouraged to explorea wide range of options with an emphasis on the broadpreparation of the general practice physician. Studentsare urged to pursue a course which will not narrow theircareer path but provide for a wider appreciation of thediversity of medicine. Specific specialty tracking duringclerkships is not in keeping with the mission ofUNECOM. This general preparation will provide a firmfoundation for entry to internship and residency leveltraining.

Objective StructuredClinical Evaluation (OSCE)

This program uses trained actors/evaluators as sur-rogate patients to test students’ assessment skills andto provide feedback for students’ future benefit. Eachstudent sees several “patients” in established scenarios.Specific tasks are assigned for each scenario and mayinclude interview, patient communication, physical as-sessment, ethical issue, interpretation of lab results, EKGor X-ray or any combination. Upon concluding the task,the student completes whatever paperwork is appropri-ate, e.g., listing of differential diagnosis, providing an-swers to multiple choice questions or writing a progressnote. Student is evaluated by surrogate patients on thebasis of a Master Interview Rating Scale, a copy ofwhich is provided to the student prior to participation inthe OSCE.

Affiliate HospitalsThe following are major affiliate hospitals of the Col-

lege. They play a significant role in the clinical experi-ence of our students. We appreciate the dedication ofthose physicians who provide their time and expertisefor the education of those osteopathic physicians whofollow them. In addition, they are staffed by dedicatedphysicians who provide their time and expertise to edu-cate a new generation of osteopathic physicians.

Core PredoctoralEducational Affiliates

UNECOM/Lehigh Area Clinical Training CenterSt. Luke’s Hospital -Allentown & Bethlehem CampusesAllentown & Bethlehem, PennsylvaniaWarren HospitalPhillipsburg, New Jersey

UNECOM/Newark Clinical Training CenterSt. Michael’s Medical CenterNewark, New JerseyJFK Memorial HospitalEdison, New JerseySt. Joseph’s Hospital & Medical CenterPaterson, New Jersey

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UNECOM/Ohio Clinical Training CenterDOCTORS Hospital,Columbus, OhioSt. Vincent Mercy Medical CenterToledo, Ohio

UNECOM/Rhode Island Clinical Training CenterRoger Williams HospitalProvidence, Rhode Island

UNECOM/Bassett Clinical Training CenterBassett Health CareCooperstown, New YorkSt. Elizabeth HospitalUtica, New York

UNECOM/Keystone Clinical Training Center Community Hospital of Lancaster Lancaster, Pennsylvania St. Joseph Medical Center Reading, Pennsylvania

UNECOM/Maine Clinical Training CenterCentral Maine Medical CenterLewiston, MaineEastern Maine Medical CenterBangor, MaineMaine-Dartmouth FPAugusta, MaineMaine Medical CenterPortland, MaineMercy HospitalPortland, MaineMercy Primary CareMaineSouthern Maine Medical CenterBiddeford, MaineSpring Harbor HospitalSouth Portland, MaineSt. Mary’s Regional Medical CenterLewiston, MaineTogus Veterans Administration HospitalTogus, MaineUniversity Health CareBiddeford, Maine

Postgraduate Educational AffiliationsOther Core Affiliates

UMDNJ/SOM Affiliate HospitalsStratford, New Jersey

AOA Internship in a Family Practice ResidencyEastern Maine Medical CenterBangor, MaineCentral Maine Medical CenterLewiston, MaineMaine/DartmouthAugusta, MaineUMASS/FitchburgFitchburg, MassachusettsAlbany Medical CenterAlbany, New YorkSt. Clare’s HospitalSchenectady, New YorkSt. Elizabeth’s HospitalUtica, New York

AOA Internship in an InternalMedicine Residency

UMASS/Memorial Health CareWorcester, MassachusettsUMASS/St. Vincent’s HospitalWorcester, MassachusettsUniversity of ConnecticutFarmington, ConnecticutSt. Michael’s Medical CenterNewark, New Jersey

AOA Internship and AOA Internal Medicine ResidencyUMASS/Berkshire Medical CenterPittsfield, MassachusettsSt. Luke’s HospitalBethlehem, Pennsylvania

AOA Internship and AOA FP ResidencyWarren/Coventry FP ResidencyPhillipsburg, New JerseySt. Luke’s HospitalBethlehem, Pennsylvania

Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine Residencyand AOA Approved Family Practice Residency

University of New EnglandBiddeford, Maine

ADMINISTRATION,CALENDAR and

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Administration, Calendar, Index

University Administration

Board of Trustees Trustees EmeritiHarold E. Woodseem, Jr,. L.L.B, Chair Betty Jurgenson William F. Bergen, D.O.

Vincent E. Furey, Jr., Vice Chair John Keffer Wilma Additon Bradford ‘39

Donna Litchfield Cheney ’62, Secty/Treasurer Theresa S. Ketchum, J.D. Helene R. Cahners-Kaplan ‘40

Martha Herald Banfield ‘60 Edward P. Legg, J.D. Lillian Corey ‘56

Thomas Benenti, D.M.D. ‘69 Peter L. Lynch ‘64 The Rev. Luke M. Chabot, O.F.M.

Sumner Bernstein, L.L.B. Robert E. MacAfee, M.D. Ruth DeVenne Cuming ‘41

Laurence E. Bouchard, D.O. Lincoln J. Merrill, Jr. Rev. Clarence LaPlante, O.F.M.

Ann Butterworth, ’77, ‘81 Paul D. Merrill, Jr. Mildred Holbrook O’Day ‘47

John V. Chang, D.O. Victoria Brandt Miele ’63 Henry Pollard, D.M.D.

Sandra Cochrane Eleanor Manning Morrell ‘49 Wilma Parker Redman ‘41

Joseph H. Detmer Robert R. Occhialini ‘66 Charles E. Stickney, Jr.

Jeffrey Doss, D.D.S. Owen Pickus, D.O. Widgery Thomas, Jr.

John D. Downing James L. Pierce ‘66

Elwood Fox, D.O. Neil Rolde Chairman EmeritusEdward Friedman, D.O. William Ryan Jack S. Ketchum

A. LeRoy Greason Herbert A. Sandler

Charles P. Harriman Joseph A. Troiano President EmeritusCarol L. Hills Tammy E. Tuminelli Thomas H. Reynolds

Barry J. Hobbins, J.D. Paul A. Wescott, J.D.

Louise Parker James ‘43 Jean T. Wilkinson

James G. Zoll, Ed.D., ‘69

University OfficersSandra Featherman, Ph.D. PresidentLemuel Berry, Ph.D. Vice President for Academic AffairsBernard Chretien Vice President for Business and FinanceStephen C. Shannon, D.O., M.P.H. Vice President for Health ServicesAndrew Golub, M.S., M.A. Vice President for Information ServicesHarland Goodwin Vice President for University RelationsPatricia Cribby Dean, Admissions & Enrollment ManagementJacque Carter, Ph.D. Interim Dean, College of Arts and SciencesVernon Moore, Ed.D., MSSW Dean, College of Health ProfessionsStephen C. Shannon, D.O., M.P.H. Dean, College of Osteopathic MedicineKathryn Thompson, Ph.D. Interim Dean of Graduate StudiesBarbara Hazard, MA Dean of StudentsBurgess Smith Director, Continuing EducationMichael Miles Director, Human Resources

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College of Osteopathic Medicine Administration

Academic AffairsAcademic Dean Stephen C. Shannon, D.O., M.P.H.Curriculum Director James M. Vaughn, Ph.D.Coordinator, Medical Curriculum Suezan I. Moore

AdmissionsAssistant Director, Medical Admissions Lisa LaCroix-LaneAssistant Director Dennis Farrell

Alumni RelationsDevelopment Director Ronald Drouin

Basic SciencesAssociate Dean David R. Manyan, Ph.D.

Clinical AffairsAssociate Dean Boyd R. Buser, D.O.Director of Medical Education Richard Stockwell, D.O.Director, Predoctoral Education Sarah Sprafka, Ph.D.Director of Faculty Development Evelyn Schwalenberg-Leip, D.O.Director of Continuing Medical Education Leslie Ingraham, MSN, RNCoordinator of Clinical Clerkships Rita Brown

Community ProgramsAssociate Dean of Community Programs Meredith Tipton, Ph.D., MPH

Financial AidDirector John BowieAssociate Director Kathryn Blair

RegistrarRegistrar Steve Kelley, M.Ed.Associate Registrar Catherine Durette

Student AffairsAssociate Dean Patricia Kelley, M.A.

University Health CareMedical Director Frank Green, D.O.Executive Director Paul Loiselle, M.B.A.

Academic DepartmentsAnatomyDepartment ChairDavid Koester, Ph.D. Associate ProfessorFacultyAllen Bell, Ph.D. ProfessorNeal Cross, Ph.D. Associate ProfessorSteve Hartman, Ph.D. ProfessorFrank Willard, Ph.D. Professor

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Biochemistry & NutritionDepartment ChairGene Yonuschot, Ph.D. ProfessorFacultyDavid Manyan, Ph.D. Associate ProfessorKathryn Thompson, Ph.D., R.D. Associate ProfessorLarry Davis, Ph.D. Adjunct Professor

Family MedicineDepartment ChairBruce Bates, D.O. Associate ProfessorDivision on AgingJames Donahue, D.O. Medical DirectorDarby Northway, M.H.A. Executive DirectorDivision of Community Health/Preventive Med.Kathleen Brown-Hodgetts, D.O. Director, Assistant ProfessorDivision of Medical HumanitiesVictoria Thieme, D.O. Director, Assistant ProfessorFacultyMarie Albert, D.O. Clinical InstructorJudith Aldrich, D.O. Clinical InstructorKenneth Baker, D.O. Clinical InstructorLeigh Baker, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorNancy Bancroft, Ph.D. Adjunct LecturerReuben Bell, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorJames Berry, M.D. Clinical InstructorJudith Berry, M.S. Clincal LecturerDee Bickmore Clinical LecturerSpence Bisbing, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorKees Bolles, Ph.D. Adjunct LecturerJohn Brewer, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorAlan Carter, D.O. Clinical InstructorJohn Comis, D.O. Clinical InstructorArdis Conner, D.O. Clinical InstructorElisabeth DelPrete, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorArt Dingley, D.O. Clinical InstructorJames Donahue, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorBrian Dorsk, M.D. Clinical InstructorBeth Ellers, M.D., M.P.H. Assistant ProfessorBarry Gendron, D.O. Clinical InstructorPaul Grace, D.O. Clinical InstructorMarie Guay, D.O. Clinical InstructorLarry Harcourt, M.D. Clinical InstructorBetsy Hart, M.D. Clinical Assistant ProfessorLane Kaplan, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorCarolyn Kase Clinical InstructorJoel Kase Clinical InstructorJeraldine Keane, Ph.D. Clinical LecturerBruce Kenney, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorCatherine Kimball, D.O. Clinical InstructorJames Kirsh, D.O. Clinical Associate Professor

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Cheryl Kline, M.A. Adjunct LecturerMary Zachary Lange, M.A. Clinical LecturerKenneth Lehman, J.D. Adjunct LecturerStephen Leverett, D.O. Clinical Instructor.Susan Mansfield Clinical LecturerAlex McPhedran Clinical LecturerAudrey Okun-Langlais, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorJames Owens, D.O. Clinical LecturerCharlotte Paolini, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorJohn Pelletier, D.O. Clinical InstructorCharles Perakis, D.O. Clinical InstructorWalter Peterlein, M.D. Clinical InstructorBethany Picker, M.D. Clinical InstructorHanna Pressler InstructorJames Pringle, M.D. Clinical InstructorSheelagh Prosser, M.D. Clinical InstructorChase Rand, D.O. Clinical ProfessorRaymond Kelly, D.O. Clinical InstructorChalla Reddy, M.D. Clinical InstructorUsha Reddy, M.D. Clinical InstructorMartyn Richardson, D.O. Clinical ProfessorRonald Rovner, M.D. Clinical Associate ProfessorJoseph Sardina, M.D. Clinical InstructorBruce Schober, D.O. Clinical InstructorCarl Schuler, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorStephen Shannon, D.O., M.P.H. ProfessorIra Shapiro, M.D. Clinical InstructorMary Smith, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorSarah Sprafka, Ph.D. Associate ProfessorRichard Stephenson Clinical LecturerMartha Stewart, D.O. Clinical InstructorIra Stockwell, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorRichard Stockwell, D.O. Assistant ProfessorChester Suske, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorKathleen Thibault, D.O. Clinical InstructorVictoria Thieme, D.O. Assistant ProfessorArthur VanDerburg, D.O. Clinical ProfessorCraig Wallingford, D.O. Associate ProfessorShirley Weaver, Ph.D. Assistant ProfessorMarc Wilson, Ph.D. Clinical LecturerAmy Wyatt, D.O. Clinical InstructorWilliam Wyatt, D.O. Clinical Professor

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Internal MedicineDepartment ChairJohn Thompson, D.O. Associate ProfessorFacultySeth Adjovu, M.D. Clinical InstructorMichael Appiagyei, M.D. Clinical InstructorPaul Cass, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorArthur Dingley, D.O. Clinical InstructorKurt Ebrahim, D.O. Clinical InstructorDavid Friedenberg, D.O. Clinical InstructorSteve Gefvert, D.O. Associate ProfessorHoward Glass, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorFrank Green, D.O. Assistant ProfessorPeter Guzzetti, D.O. Clinical InstructorJames Hogin, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorChristopher Martino, D.O. Clinical InstructorRobert McArdle, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorOwn Pickus, D.O. Clinical ProfessorCharles Radis, D.O. Clinical ProfessorEdward Reardon, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorRichard Reese, M.D. Clinical ProfessorJeffrey Rosenblatt, M.D. Clinical InstructorRonald Rovner, M.C. Clinical Associate ProfessorMitchell Ross, M.D. Clinical InstructorEvelyn Schwalenberg-Leip, D.O. Assistant ProfessorStephen Wilkinson, D.O. Clinical Instructor

Microbiology & ImmunologyDepartment ChairJames Novotny, Ph.D. ProfessorFacultyWilliam Haley, Ph.D. Adjunct ProfessorJames Vaughn, Ph.D. Professor

Obstetrics & GynecologyDepartment ChairJacquelyn Blackstone, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorFacultyAnn Babbitt, M.D. Clinical InstructorDonna Carr, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorPeter Konchak, D.O. Clinical InstructorAnthony Sciscione, D.O. Clinical Instructor

Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineDepartment ChairJane Carreiro, D.O. Associate ProfessorFacultyBoyd Buser, D.O. ProfessorTeresa Caprio, D.O. InstructorCharles Carr, D.O. Assistant ProfessorAnthony Chila, D.O. Clinical InstructorGuy Defeo, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorHugh Ettlinger, D.O. Clinical InstructorPeter File, D.O. Clinical Instructor

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Laura Griffin, D.O. InstructorEdna Lay, D.O. Clinical InstructorGeorge Pasquarello, D.O. Assistant ProfessorRalph Thieme, D.O. Assistant ProfessorWilliam Wyatt, D.O. Clinical Professor

PathologyDepartment ChairRobert Cawley, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorFacultyBerte Baker, D.O. Clinical ProfessorRobert Christman, M.D. Clinical InstructorDouglas Dressel, D.O. Clinical InstructorTimothy Hayes, M.D. Clinical InstructorMichael Jones, M.D. Clinical InstructorCarol Male, M.S. Clinical LecturerAnthony Mattia, M.D. Clinical InstructorDavid Whiteman, M.D. Clinical Instructor

PediatricsDepartment ChairLisa Gouldsbrough, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorFacultyPaul Berkner, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorStephen Brennan, D.O. Clinical InstructorAnn Marie Cairns, D.O. Clinical InstructorHal Cohen, D.O. Clinical InstructorRenee Fournier, D.O. Clinical InstructorMatthew Hand, M.D. Clinical InstructorPhilip Hommes, D.O. Clinical ProfessorRussell Shipman, D.O. Clinical InstructorJeffrey Stone, D.O. Clinical Instructor

Physiology & PharmacologyDepartment ChairJames Norton, Ph.D. ProfessorFacultyAmy Davidoff, Ph.D. Associate ProfessorDennis Grossano Clinical InstructorDavid Mokler, Ph.D. ProfessorDavid Johnson, Ph.D. Associate ProfessorDeborah Podolin, Ph.D. Assistant ProfessorRichard Reese, M.D. Clinical ProfessorCarl Spirito, Ph.D. Associate ProfessorBarbara Winterson, Ph.D. Professor

RadiologyDepartment ChairBrian Brock, D.O. Clinical ProfessorFacultyPayson Adams, M.D. Clinical InstructorCharles O’Brien, D.O. Clinical Assistant Professor

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SurgeryDepartment ChairBenjamin Russell, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorFacultyJohn Blocksom, D.O. Clinical ProfessorLeon Deisering, M.S. Associate ProfessorChristopher Fitzmorris, D.O., P.A. Clinical InstructorMartha Friberg, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorDavid Hurst, M.D., Ph.D. Clinical InstructorDaniel Mazza, D.O. Clinical InstructorHarry Payton, D.O. Clinical ProfessorWayne Piers, D.O. Clinical InstructorGregory Pomeroy, M.S., M.A./M.S. Clinical Assistant ProfessorRodney Routsong, D.O. Clinical Assistant ProfessorSamuel Scott, M.D. Clinical InstructorJohn Smith, D.O. Clinical Associate ProfessorDennis Sullivan, M.D. Clinical InstructorJames Timoney, D.O., M.A./M.S. Clinical Instructor

Adjunct FacultyThe University is fortunate to have a large off-campus faculty who participate in the education of its students inpreceptorships, clerkships, and assistantships. This faculty is too numerous to list individually.

Other Departments

Community ServicesAlzheimer’s Geriatric Evaluation Service (AGES)James Donahue, D.O. Medical DirectorDarby Northway, M.H.A. Executive DirectorSusan Levadoski, R.N.C. Coordinator

Graduate Medical EducationFamily Medicine ResidencyCraig Wallingford, D.O. Director

Neuromusculoskeletal (NMM) ResidencyGeorge Pasquarello, D.O. Director

Combined NMM/Fam Medicine ResidencyCraig Wallingford, D.O. Co-DirectorGeorge Pasquarello, D.O. Co-DirectorNortheast Osteopathic Medical

Education Network (OPTI)Boyd Buser, D.O. Medical DirectorEdward Kittredge, FACHE Executive Director

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University Health CareFrank T. Green, D.O. Medical DirectorPaul N. Loiselle, M.B.A. Executive DirectorHeidi Russell Associate DirectorBodyWISE Center for Health & FitnessMarilyn Gugliucci, Ph.D. DirectorJohn Thompson, D.O. Medical DirectorPaul Meadows, M.D. HeartWISE Cardiac Rehab Medical DirectorPatrick Tangney, M.D. Pulmonary Rehab Medical DirectorOwen Pickus, D.O. HIV/AIDS (Wellness and You) Rehab DirectorMimi Magee Mills, M.A. Clinical Exercise Physiologist

Family PracticeLisa Arsenault, F.N.P.Bruce Bates, D.O.Kim Boothby-Ballantyne, N.P.Audrey Okun-Langlais, D.O.Stephen C. Shannon, D.O., M.P.H.Richard Stockwell, D.O.Craig Wallingford, D.O.

GastroenterologySteve Gefvert, D.O.John Thompson, D.O.

Internal MedicineFrank Green, D.O.

Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineBoyd Buser, D.O.Charles Carr, D.O.Jane Carreiro, D.O. Interim ChairGeorge Pasquarello, D.O.Ralph Thieme, D.O.

PediatricsLisa Gouldsbrough, D.O.

Physical TherapyKaren Bragdon, P.T.David Brown, P.T.Barry Butler, P.T.Dennis Leighton, P.T., A.T.C.Kirsten Potter, P.T.Mike Sheldon, P.T.UNECOM/Mercy Hospital InternsChristine Blake, D.O.William Foley, D.O.Christopher Frothingham, D.O.Leslie Gass, D.O.Charles Landry, D.O.Christina Steele, D.O.

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Counseling ProgramLauren Como, L.M.S.W.Robert Cummings, Ph.D.Dana Koch, L.C.S.W.ResidentsRon Ashkenasy, D.O. Family PracticeJudy Brasier, D.O. Family Practice/Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineMitchell Flores, D.O. Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineHeather Ferrill, D.O. Family Practice/Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineRasha Hanafy, D.O. Family PracticeAnthony Kozma, D.O. Family PracticeDebra Meness, D.O. Family Practice/Neuromusculoskeletal ProgramRonald Mosiello, D.O. Family Practice/Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineDoris Newman, D.O. Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineKendi Pim, D.O. Family Practice/Osteopathic Manipulative MedicineEden Zoll, D.O. Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

Outreach Educational Units

Area Health Education Center (AHEC) ProgramShirley Weaver, Ph.D. AHEC Program DirectorChester Suske, D.O. AHEC Clinical ClerkshipPatrick Enking, P.A., P.A. PA Clinical CoordinatorSue Stableford, M.P.H., M.S.B. AHEC Associate Program Director/Michael Cox Database AdministratorPaul Weston Executive Director, AHEC Center

Continuing Medical Education/Health Professions EducationLeslie Ingraham, M.S.N., R.N. Director

Health Literacy CenterSue Stableford, M.P.H., M.S.B Director

Maine Geriatric/Gerontology Education CenterMarilyn Gugliucci, Ph.D. DirectorDarby Northway, M.H.A. Associate DirectorJoann Kovacich, Ph.D. Associate DirectorLeslie Ingraham, M.S.N., R.N. Outreach Coordinator

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Summer 2001

Session I CE Summer IMSEd/CAGS

Org Leadership

Israel Campus

A.D.N. MPT MOT MSNA MSPA MSW 1st Year 2nd Year

Classes Begin May 14 Jun 1 Jun 11 May 14 May 21 May 14 May 7Yr 1-Jun 11 Yr 2-May 29

Yr 1-May 7; Adv Stand Jul 23

Memorial Day Holiday - No Classes

May 28 N/A May 28 May 28 May 28 May 28 May 28 May 28 May 28

Classes End June 29 Aug 31 Jul 18 May 18 Jun 22 Jun 1Yr 2-Aug 30; Yr 3-Sep 28

Aug 24Yr 1-Jun 26;

Adv Stand Aug 29Session II CE Summer II

Classes Begin Jul 2See

Above-- See Above Jul 2 -- See Above See Above See Above

4th of July Holiday - No Classes

Jul 4 N/A -- Jul 4 Jul 4 -- Jul 4 Jul 4 Jul 4

On-campus Seminars N/AJul 8 -

Aug 10-- N/A N/A -- N/A N/A N/A

Classes End Aug 17See

Above-- See Above Aug 28 -- See Above See Above See Above

Israel Campus Branch Commencement 2001

N/A N/A -- N/A N/A -- N/A N/A N/A

CAS General and CE

MSEd/ CAGS

Org Leadership

Israel Campus

CHP General and CE

MPT MOT MSNA MSPA MSW 1st Year 2nd Year

Fall Assembly Aug 28 N/A N/A N/A Aug 28 Aug 28 Aug 28 Aug 28 Aug 28 Aug 28 Aug 28 Aug 28

Orientation Sep 2 - 4 N/A Aug 29 In Israel: Sep 2 - 4 Sep 2 - 4 Sep 2 - 4 Sep 4UC-Jun 11, 12 WCC-Sep 4

TBD* Jul 30 Jul 30

Labor Day Holiday - No Classes

Sep 3 N/A N/A Sep 3 Sep 3 Sep 3 Sep 3 Sep 3 Sep 3 Sep 3 Sep 3

Classes Begin Sep 5 Oct 1 Oct 21 Sep 5 Sep 5 Sep 5 Sep 5 Sep 5 Sep 5 Aug 1 Aug 1Enrollment Confirmation Sep 5 - 11 N/A Sep 5 - 11 Sep 5 - 11 Sep 5 - 11 N/A N/A Sep 5 - 11 N/A N/AAdd Drop Sep 5 - 11 Oct 1 -5 Sep 5 - 11 Sep 5 - 11 Sep 5 - 11 Sep 5 - 11 Sep 5 - 11 Sep 5 - 11 N/A N/ALast Day to Apply for P/F Grade

Sep 24 N/A Sep 24 Sep 24 Sep 24 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

Fall Long Weekend Oct 6, 7 & 8 N/A Oct 6, 7 & 8 Oct 6, 7 & 8 Oct 6, 7 & 8 Oct 6, 7 & 8 N/A(Classes in Session)

Oct 6, 7 & 8 Oct 6, 7 & 8

Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty

Nov 9 N/A Nov 9 Nov 9 Nov 9 N/A N/A Nov 9 N/A N/A

PreRegistration Deadline for Spring 2002

Nov 13 Dec 20 Nov 13 Nov 13 Nov 13 Nov 13 Nov 13 Nov 13 Nov 13 Nov 13

Thanksgiving Holiday Nov 22 & 23 N/A Nov 22 & 23 Nov 22 & 23 Nov 22 & 23 Nov 22 & 23 Nov 22 & 23 Nov 19 - 23Nov 22 &

23Nov 22 &

23

Classes End Dec 13Jan 31 2002

Feb 1, 2002 Dec 13 Dec 13 Dec 13 Dec 13Yr 1-Dec 14 Yr- 2 Dec 13

Dec 20 Dec 14 Dec 14

Reading Day Dec 14 N/A Dec 14 Dec 14 Dec 14 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/AFinal Examinations Dec 17 - 21 N/A Dec 17 - 21 Dec 17 - 21 Dec 17 - 21 N/A N/A (Classes in Session) N/A N/A

Fall 2001

College of Arts & Sciences

Segment A-- May 19,

Jun 2, 9, 16 & 23

Segment B -- Jun 30, Jul 7, 14, 21 & 28

College of Arts & Sciences College of Health Professions College of Osteopat

Segment A-- Sep 1, 8, 15,

22 & 29 Segment B-- Oct 6, 13, 20, 27 & Nov 3 Segment C-- Nov 10, 17,

Dec 1, 8 & 15

For COM - See F

For COM - See F

College of Health Professions College of Osteopat

Academic Calendar 2001-2002

CAS General and CE

MSEd/CAGS

Org Leadership

Israel Campus

CHP General and CE

MPT MOT MSNA MSPA MSW 1st Year2nd Year

Orientation Jan 8 N/A Jan 3 In Israel: Jan 8 Jan 8 Jan 8 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

Classes Begin Jan 9 Feb 1 Feb 3 Jan 9 Jan 9 Jan 9 Jan 2 Jan 2 Jan 9 Jan 2 Jan 2

Enrollment Confirmation Jan 9 - 16 N/A Jan 9 - 16 Jan 9 - 16 Jan 9 - 16 N/A N/A Jan 9 - 16 N/A N/A

Add/Drop Jan 9 - 16 Feb 1 - 5 Jan 9 - 16 Jan 9 - 16 Jan 9 - 16 N/A N/A Jan 9 - 16 N/A N/AM L King Holiday - No Classes

Jan 21 N/A Jan 21 Jan 21 Jan 21 Jan 21 Jan 21 Jan 21 Jan 21 Jan 21

M L King Celebration - No Classes noon - 2:00pm

Jan 23 N/A Jan 23 Jan 23 Jan 23 Jan 23 Jan 23 Jan 23 Jan 23 Jan 23

Last Day to Apply for P/F Grade

Jan 30 N/A Jan 30 Jan 30 Jan 30 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

Spring Break Mar 18 - 22 N/A Mar 18 - 22 Mar 18 - 22 Mar 18 - 22 Mar 18 - 22 Mar 18 - 22 Mar 18 - 22 Mar 18 - 22 Mar 18 - 2

Last Day to Withdraw w/o Academic Penalty

Mar 26 N/A Mar 26 Mar 26 Mar 26 N/A N/A Mar 26 N/A N/A

Registration Deadline for Fall 2002

Apr 12Apr 30

(summer 2001)

Apr 12 Apr 12 Apr 12 Apr 12 Apr 12 Apr 12 Apr 12 Apr 12

Classes End Apr 30 May 31 May 24 Apr 30 Apr 30 Apr 30Yr 1-Apr 18; Yr 2-Apr 26

Yr 1 & Yr 2-May 10

Apr 18 May 24 Jun 28

Final ExaminationsMay 2, 3,

6, 7, 8N/A

May 2, 3, 6, 7, 8

May 2, 3, 6, 7, 8 May 2, 3, 6, 7, 8 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

Commencement May 11 May 11 May 11 Fall 2002 May 11 May 11 May 11 May 11 May 11 May 11 N/A N/AMay Term (OT) -- -- -- -- -- -- May 13 - 31 -- -- -- -- --

Memorial Day Holiday - No classes (Summer 2002)

May 27 N/A May 27 N/A May 27 May 27 May 27 May 27 May 27 May 27 May 27 May 27

College of Os

Codes

College of Arts & Sciences College of Health ProfessionsSpring 2002

Segment A -- Jan 5, 12, 19, 26

& Feb 2 Segment B --

Feb 16, 23, Mar 2, 9 & 16

Segment C -- Mar 30, Apr 6,

13, 20 & 27

Codes: A.D.N. = Associate Degree Nursing; CAS=College of Arts & Sciences; CE=Continuing Education; CHP=College of Health Professions; COM=College of Osteopathic Medicine; MPT= MasterTherapy; MSEd=Master of Science--Education; MSNA=Master of Science--Nurse Anesthesia; MSOT=Master of Science Occupational Therapy; MSPA=Master Science--Physician Assistant; MSW=MWork; TBD=To Be Determined (see program); N/A=Not Applicable or Not Available (see program).

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S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T W T F S S M T

1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 2 3 4 1 1 2 3 4 5 6

3 4 5 6 7 8 9 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 4 5 6

1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 1 1 1 2 1 3

1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2

2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 3 0 2 9 3 0 3 1 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 3 0 3 1 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 2 8 2 9 3 0 3 1 2 5 2 6 2 7 2

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1 1 2 3 4 5 1 2 1 2 1 2 3 4 5 6

2 3 4 5 6 7 8 6 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 7 8 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 5 6 7

9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 0 1 1 1 2 1 3 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 4 1 5 1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 1 2 1 3 1 4

1 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 1 7 1 8 1 9 2 0 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 1 9 2 0 2 1 2

2 3 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 2 7 2 8 2 9 3 0 3 1 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 4 2 5 2 6 2 7 2 8 2 9 3 0 2 8 2 9 3 0 2 6 2 7 2 8 2

3 0 3 1 3 1

Academic Calendar 2001-2002

Index

A

About the College of Osteopathic Medicine 8About the University of New England 6Academic Calendar 58Academic Records 29Academic Standing 31Accreditation, Memberships,and Other Notices 7Admissions 17Advanced Standing 18Affiliate Hospitals 45AHEC 44Articulation Agreements 21Attendance 31

B

Board of Trustees 48

C

Campus Center 11Campus Features 10Career Services 15Clinical Clerkship Program Descriptions 43Counseling Center 15Course Descriptions - Second Year 39Course Descriptions-First Year 36Curriculum 35

D

Dining Services 14

E

Educational Affiliates 45Emergency Medicine 45

F

Family Practice 43Financial Aid Programs 25First-Year Curriculum 35

G

Graduate Competencies 42

H

Health Care 14Health Center 10Housing 14

I

Information Directory 4Internal Medicine 43

L

Laptop Computer Requirement 32Learning Assistance Center 15Leave of Absence 24Libraries 11

O

Obstetrics/Gynecology 44Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) 16

P

Pediatrics 44Professional Behavior and Conduct 28Psychiatry 44

R

Refund Policies 23Registration 29Response Time and End-of-Term Processing 30

S

Scholastic Regulations 28Second-Year Curriculum 38Student Activities 15Student Services 14Surgery 44

T

The College of Arts and Sciences 6The College of Health Professions 6The Osteopathic Oath 2Transcripts 30Tuition & Fees 22

U

University Administration 48University Mission Statement 6

W

Westbrook College Campus 12Withdrawal/Dismissal 32

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