Requesting a Fair Hearing¶
Last updated: 2025-12-19 · Status: Unresolved
A fair hearing means a chance to respond to allegations before a neutral decision-maker who reviews the full record. When an institution makes stigmatizing claims that affect someone's reputation or career, the person is entitled to challenge those claims.
In 90 Seconds
- Kevin Bass requested a hearing on October 19, 2025 to challenge the dismissal record
- TTUHSC was given a deadline of October 21, 2025 to respond
- The deadline passed without a substantive response
- Follow-up requests were sent on October 20 and October 22, 2025
- As of December 2025, the matter remains unresolved
- No hearing has been scheduled
What Everyone Agrees Happened¶
- Kevin Bass submitted a hearing request on October 19, 2025
- The request was sent to multiple TTUHSC officials
- A deadline of October 21, 2025 was provided
- Follow-up requests were sent on October 20, 2025
- A notice was sent on October 22, 2025 noting the deadline had lapsed
What's Disputed¶
- Whether TTUHSC has adequately responded to the hearing request
- Whether proper procedures have been followed
- The timeline for resolution
What Would Resolve It¶
- A hearing with proper procedural protections
- Access to the full record for preparation
- A neutral decision-maker
- Opportunity to present evidence and respond to allegations
Key Moments¶
| Date | What Happened | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-19 | Hearing request filed | Thread 21 |
| 2025-10-20 | Receipt confirmation request sent | Thread 28 |
| 2025-10-20 | Scheduling contact request | Thread 30 |
| 2025-10-20 | Accommodations request filed | Thread 26 |
| 2025-10-21 | Deadline for response (lapsed) | — |
| 2025-10-22 | Deadline lapsed notice sent | Thread 32 |
| 2025-10-22 | Routing confirmation request | Thread 31 |
All Key Documents¶
- Thread 21: Hearing Request — Original October 19 request
- Thread 28: Receipt Confirmation — Request for confirmation
- Thread 30: Scheduling Contact — Request to schedule
- Thread 32: Deadline Lapsed Notice — Notice of missed deadline
- Thread 26: Accommodations Request — ADA/SDS accommodations for hearing
What I'm Asking For¶
- A hearing with proper procedural protections
- Access to the complete record for preparation
- A neutral decision-maker
- Resolution of the October 2025 request
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