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COURSE GUIDELINES/ASSIGNMENTS
ALL ASSIGNMENTS MUST BE TYPED and are due by 1:40 PM in class on the due date. All assignments should be free from grammatical errors and should possess the vernacular and presentation of college work and of a collegian; all multiple pages must be stapled. Please insure all assignments include the information listed below which should appear in the top left corner of the page.
• YOUR NAME
• PROJECT NAME
• DATE SUBMITTED
• S. Dawson
Savannah State University email will be the official tool for out of class communication. Please check to insure your email account is active.
You must learn the SSU Hymn (the Alma Mater) and SSU Fight Song (HINT: You may see these on a test or pop quiz very early in the semester); it will be difficult, at best, to pass this class without knowing these two hallmarks of the institution.
Absolute Academic Integrity is required at all times; this class operates on honesty and respect. No collaborations will be allowed on individual assignments. All sources and references for all assignments must be documented (APA style). Group assignments must detail the individual contributions of each group. All violations of Academic Integrity policy will be referred to the Office of Vice President of Student Affairs.
Bring your book (THE FRESHMAN YEAR EXPERIENCE: PATHWAYS TO SUCCESS) and personal planner (SAVANNAH STATE UNIVERSITY ACADEMIC PLANNER), SSU Student Handbook, blank or notebook paper, and pen to every class meeting.
DRESS CODE: Collegiate clothing is required for this class – no practice gear; special guest may be invited at anytime and students should be dress to leave a favorable impression. Individuals who are not appropriately dressed for class will be dismissed from class – with penalty. Also, students are not permitted to wear head gear of any type (hats, wave caps, do-rags, head scarves, rollers, etc.), exceptions must be approved by the instructor. The instructor will determine the guidelines for “collegiate attire.”
The use of mobile phones, pagers, and other communication devices are strictly prohibited during class. Students are asked to turn these devices off or on silent mode during class; disturbances by such devices or any other disruptive behavior will be addressed in a manner determined during the first class. Use of laptop and other personal computer devices is strictly limited to note taking and class presentation only.
Keep notes on all special guest and visitors, this information may appear on test
Class participation will count as 20% of your final grade
Students may not bring food or drink to the classroom
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ATTENDANCE POLICY
Class attendance is mandatory; absence from class will result in grade reduction and/or administrative withdrawal from the course prior to Midterm and a grade of “F” after Midterm. Students-athletes must inform the instructor of excused absences a minimum 24 (twenty-four) hours before class and must provide supporting documentation. Report to class early or before 1:40 PM unless prior arrangements were made with the instructor; students who arrive after 1:40 PM will not be admitted and will be marked absent. Class begins promptly at 1:430 PM role will be taken at that time. Student Orientation Leaders/Teachers Assistants are authorized to begin class prior to the arrival of the instructor. Class is schedule to end at 3:20 PM, students should be prepared to stay for the duration of the class period; individuals who leave early will be marked absent.
QEP Statement:
In support of the Savannah State University's Quality Enhancement Plan, “The Write Attitude,” and the outcomes of this course, students will produce a minimum of 5 pages of writing during the semester in a variety of forms.
Disability Statement:
Savannah State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to students with documented disabilities, as required under federal law. The purpose of disability accommodation is to provide equal access to the academic material and equal access to demonstrate mastery of the material. Students with disabilities must meet all the academic requirements and standards of the class, including the attendance policy. If you have a disability and need accommodations, please contact Amelia Castilian-Moore, Coordinator of Disability Services at 912-358-3115 or moorea@savannahstate.edu. The Office of Counseling and Disability Services is located in King Frazier 233. You will need to meet with Ms. Castilian-Moore, who can help you gather documentation of your disability or refer you to an appropriate resource for assessment. Once documentation of the disability is gathered and approved, Ms. Castilian-Moore will provide you with an Accommodation Letter, detailing the appropriate, approved accommodations, which you should present to me so we can discuss and implement your accommodations.
Examinations:
A midterm exam and final exam will be given to assess students’ retention of information and ability to reiterate the same information in a comprehensive manner.
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