Discipline Related Policies and Procedures Student Special Care Policy

To ensure the safety and well-being of our students, New Mexico State University may, on occasion, require that students receive a particular type of care or treatment (i.e., emergency medical attention, live-in attendants, or vaccinations) as a condition of continued enrollment or eligibility to reside in University-operated housing. When this care or treatment is required by the cognizant University administrator, the student will be obligated to assume any financial responsibility associated with the treatment.

Furthermore, the University may, on occasion, contact a student's parents, legal guardian, or spouse in cases of extreme emergency, or where a possibility of imminent harm exists. This will occur only when, in the judgment of the appropriate official, the best interests of the student and the University will be served.

When practical, the University will notify the student, in writing, of the University’s intention to undertake the steps authorized by this policy. This decision may be appealed by the student to the Vice President for Student Success, within 24 hours of notification. The appeal should be in writing and clearly state the reasons why the student objects to the proposed action. The Vice President for Student Success will review the facts in the case and convey a decision to all parties within 48 hours. The decision of the Vice President for Student Success, shall be final.