Yes, students are considered Federal employees for purposes of the FTCA (28 U.S.C. § 2671 et seq.). Claims for such damage should be filed pursuant to the procedures found in 29 CFR part 15, subpart D.

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[77 FR 22207, Apr. 13, 2012]