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considered for transfer credit. Pacific College has not entered into an articulation or transfer agreement with any other college or university. Challenge Examinations The maximum number of credits accepted for challenge examinations is 15 semester units. Recognized challenge examinations include: Advanced Placement (AP); College -Level Examination Program (CLEP); DANTES Subject Standardized Tests (DSST); Experiential Learning Credit Pacific College does not grant credit for prior experiential learning except as required by law. Disciplinary Hearing Procedures The Disciplinary Hearing committees consist of a minimum of three (3) members. The Vice President of Instruction, an administrative staff member, member of the faculty, and a faculty member selected by the student. If the student fails to provide the name of a faculty member, the Vice President of Instruction may appoint one. The Vice President of Instruction serves as the chairperson. The committee will review the information provided and the committee decision will be based on a majority decision based on the evidence. The Vice President of Instruction will provide written notification of the committee's decision to the student and all stakeholders within seven (7) days of the meeting. Hearing Rights In disciplinary and appeal hearings, parties have the following rights: • To be present during the hearing; • To be informed of all evidence received by the committee; • To present witnesses; • To submit evidence on behalf of their own position; • To challenge evidence presented by the opposing party; • To make a summary argument. Student Appeal Process Students who believe they have been wrongfully or excessively penalized may appeal the committee decision. The appeal must be requested in writing within thirty (30) days of notification of the committee decision and be directed to the Vice President of Instruction. In order for the Vice President of Instruction to convene an appeals committee, a student must establish that there is sufficient cause for an appeal. It is the responsibility of the student to submit a clear, coherent, written statement providing the grounds for appeal including any supporting documentation. Students will not be eligible to appeal if they are terminated for exceeding the maximum program time limit. Pacific College 2020-2021 Catalog 41