ATTENDANCE

-Attendance is critical to success in my courses. Students are expected to attend all classes. If absences exceed two weeks' worth of classes the instructor may drop the student from the class.

-One week's absences are allowed without penalty. After that ten points will be deducted from the student's grade for each additional week of absences or fraction thereof.

-Students are responsible for notes and missed work. You should make arrangements to get assignments from a classmate in case of a missed class.

TARDINESS

-Given the disruptive nature of tardiness, students should make every effort to arrive on-time for class. Tardiness is regarded as an absence by the instructor. Attendance is taken at the beginning of each class.

BEEPERS AND CELL PHONES

-Due to the disruptive nature of these electronic devices they are expressly forbidden unless you are a member of a heart transplant team. Cell phones, pagers and other electronic devices must be turned OFF when in class.  If one is found to be on, on vibrate, etc. you will be asked to leave class and will be counted absent.  All cell phones, pagers, etc. are to be put away - in a purse, backpack, book bag, etc.   There is NO text messaging, web browsing, etc. during class.  Failure to adhere to this rule may result in your being dismissed from class and/or an academic penalty.

-If you are expecting an emergency call our Security Office should be notified and they will have the responsibility for notifying you.

DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR

This class will engage in some open discussion - all students are to address one another, the panelists, and the instructor with respect and courtesy, this includes speaking when recognized by the instructor.  Repeatedly leaving and entering the classroom is forbidden.

Any disrespectful or disruptive behavior may result in your being asked to leave the class and may result in your dismissal with a grade of "F" and/or a referral to the Dean of Student Development.

ASSIGNMENTS

-Assignments are due at the beginning of class on the day assigned.

-Point penalties of fifteen points per day (including Saturdays and Sundays) will be assessed for late assignments.

-Late assignments may be given to the Department secretary in Room 138 of the Humanities Building.

MAKE-UP EXAMS

-A series of chapter examinations is given and the lowest score for the semester dropped. If you miss an exam it is counted as your low score and dropped.

-I don't give make-up exams. This policy preserves student privacy and promotes fairness.

LETTERS OF RECOMMENDATION

-Recommendations and letters of reference are the highest honors that I bestow.  Students who have earned these honors will be notified at semester's end.

CLASS WITHDRAWALS AND CHANGES FROM CREDIT TO AUDIT

-Carefully note published dates for deadlines.

-Make sure that all paperwork is submitted in a timely manner.

FINAL NOTE

The instructor reserves the right to amend these rules as necessary throughout the term.




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