Faculty Handbook – August 2022 9 • Advance the rich tradition of American public universities, built upon free speech, scientific discovery and academic freedom • Enhance preparation of students for informed and responsible citizenry in our democratic republic • Promote equal opportunity and non-discrimination for all through merit-based assessment and decision making The Council consists of the Provost, Dean of Students, Director of the Center for Public History and Civic Engagement, Executive Director of Student Success, Director of TRIO Student Support Services, Director of the American Indian Circle Program, Director of Residence Life, and Assistant Director for Multicultural Student Affairs. The Council is co-chaired by the Provost and the Dean of Students. Institutional Review Board The Institutional Review Board (IRB) must review and approve all research involving human subjects before experimentation begins. All human research projects (including surveys, professional tests, questionnaires, and studies in which the researcher is the subject of his/her own research) are subject to a complete review. This rule applies to faculty, staff, and graduate and undergraduate student research. NSU’s policy follows federal regulations, which exist to safeguard the rights and welfare of individuals who participate as research subjects and to protect the researcher, whether faculty, staff, undergraduate or graduate student. The Institutional Review Board consists of a minimum of five members and a maximum of seven members: • One member from each College/School • A scientist • A member with experience working with vulnerable populations • A community member unaffiliated with the university • A mix of men and women and of disciplines Appointments to the IRB are recommended by the Provost and appointed by the President. Terms are for three years and are renewable. The Chair of the IRB is an NSU faculty member elected by the Committee. A member may fulfill more than one role. More information on the IRB is available from the IRB page of the MyNSU portal. Teacher Education Council The Teacher Education Council is described in the Teacher Education Handbook, which is available at the Academic Policies and Guidelines section of the MyNSU portal.
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