(1) Filing: A student may appeal the dean's decision to impose a mandatory medical leave of absence. The appeal must be submitted in writing to the vice president for student affairs within twenty-one calendar days from service of the dean's decision. The appeal shall be in writing and shall include:

(a) Student's name;

(b) Basis for disagreeing with the dean's determination, including any supporting documentation; and

(c) What remedy the student is seeking.

(2) Appeal authority: The vice president will forward the appeal to the students of concern board. The students of concern board shall consist of the director of CAPS (or other designated mental health professional), a faculty member, and the director of disability support services or designee.

(3) Appeal period: During the appeal period, the dean's imposition of mandatory medical leave of absence remains in effect until terminated, in writing, by the students of concern board or the vice president.