Do you know your Duties and Rights?

At UMECIT our students have Duties and Rights which are roles and responsibilities that correspond to both the students and the institution and that are important to know. 

These duties and rights help to establish a harmonious coexistence and guarantee adequate academic development.

This is how it is consigned that students have the right to receive fair and equitable treatment, without discrimination based on race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, disability or other factors protected by law. Likewise, they have the right to the confidentiality and privacy of their personal information, in accordance with applicable laws and policies.

Students also have the right to receive feedback and fair evaluation of their academic performance, as well as to access appeal mechanisms in case of disagreement with grades or academic decisions.

In addition, they have the right to freedom of association and participation in student organizations, as long as these activities are carried out in accordance with the rules and regulations established by the University.

It is important to bear in mind that these rights must be exercised responsibly and respecting the rights and freedoms of other members of the university community.

On the other hand, you also have duties, some of them: comply with the Student Regulations, respect the university community, maintain the dignity and ethics of the institution, respect the free expression of ideas, comply with university regulations, comply with financial obligations , know and be informed of their academic status, demonstrate good conduct, participate in scheduled activities, attend classes, conserve university resources, take care of personal belongings, refrain from drug use, respect restricted areas, present themselves appropriately, not wear sunglasses sun or caps on campus, silence cell phones, not eat or drink in classrooms, avoid violence and inappropriate language, perform honest work, notify withdrawals, pay group insurance (for residents of Panama), use ICT and virtual platforms, comply with preparatory courses, not carrying weapons, being attentive to official communication from the university and attending orientation for new students.

To know the internal regulations of the University and the Duties and Rights you can consult them at: https://umecit.edu.pa/programa-de-bienestar/academico/