Frost House Student Services

Student rights and the student code of conduct

The Academic Student Advocate (ASA) is a part of an inter-divisional team for academic affairs and student affairs located in Frost House. The ASA provides advice, guidance, and support for students in matters that may affect their academic standing or progress toward a degree. The Academic Student Advocate works collaboratively with other campus offices to resolve both simple and complex issues in a timely and efficient manner, and may be consulted for issues including but not limited to:

• Taking a leave of absence from PSU
• Withdrawing from PSU
• Grade disputes
• Allegations of violating the Academic Integrity Policy
• Student absences from classes
• General classroom concerns

Policies related to these issues and requests can be found in the Academic Catalog corresponding to the year a student started at Plymouth State.

The ASA also provides assistance and guidance to faculty in policy matters. The ASA is a consulting member of the Academic Affairs Committee, which is a principal policy making committee in faculty governance.

The ASA position is currently held by Dr. David Zehr. Dr. Zehr is a tenured member of the Psychology faculty and spent ten years as Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs prior to assuming the role.

Contact information:
Dr. David Zehr
Academic Student Advocate & Policy Advisor
Email: zehr@plymouth.edu 
Phone: (603) 535-3294

Read First:

• Financial Aid Implications of Withdrawing or taking a Leave of Absence
• Students Involuntarily Called to Active Duty – USNH Policy
• Undergraduate & Graduate Students – Withdrawal/Inactivity from the University, Readmission, Reactivation Policies

Prior to leaving, students must inform the Academic Student Advocate of their intention to take a Leave of Absence from the University by submitting a PSU Leave of Absence survey  and booking an appointment.

To book an appointment, please stop into the Frost House or call (603) 535-2206;
or contact the Academic Student Advocate directly:

Dr. David Zehr
Academic Student Advocate & Policy Advisor
Email: zehr@plymouth.edu 
Phone: (603) 535-3294

• Financial Aid Implications of Withdrawing or taking a Leave of Absence
• Students Involuntarily Called to Active Duty – USNH Policy
• Undergraduate & Graduate Students – Withdrawal/Inactivity from the University, Readmission, Reactivation Policies

Prior to leaving, students must inform the Academic Student Advocate of their intention to withdraw from the University through the following steps:

1. Complete the PSU Withdrawal Survey
2. Complete the PSU Official Withdrawal Form. Once you have completed the survey, you will receive this form via email. 
3. Book an appointment with the Academic Student Advocate.

To book an appointment, please stop into the Frost House or call (603) 535-2206;
or contact the Academic Student Advocate directly:

Dr. David Zehr
Academic Student Advocate & Policy Advisor
Email: zehr@plymouth.edu 
Phone: (603) 535-3294

PSU Excused Absence Policy

PSU Fair Grading Policy

The full Academic Integrity Policy can be found in this PDF.

For faculty and staff to report, Academic Integrity Policy Violations.

Contact information for any questions:

Dr. David Zehr, Academic Student Advocate & Policy Advisor
Email: zehr@plymouth.edu or Call: (603) 535-3294

Plymouth State University is committed to providing all students, staff, and faculty with an academic environment that is free of discrimination and/or harassment. The University expects all faculty, staff and students to engage in behavior and conduct that is appropriate, respectful, and responsible for a collegial, discrimination and harassment-free environment built upon trust, integrity, and fairness. PSU, in accordance with federal and state laws and regulations, will not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment against any person based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, by faculty, staff or students because such behavior is unlawful, disrespectful, and undermines the spirit of PSU’s mission.

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