Course & University Policies
Learning Space Community:
Your time in this learning space will be an experience. I emphasize that this is a learning space, instead of a classroom, because learning can and will take place in and out of the classroom. I encourage you to fully engage, reflect deeply, be open to new perspectives, and bring your full authentic self into this experience. This course will challenge you to think critically of your beliefs, values, knowledge, experience, etc. This course will encourage you to challenge others. That is okay and welcomed. Because of the topics that will be explored will encourage you to challenge beliefs and ideals, below is a set of guidelines I call the P.R.O.C.E.S.S.S that I have adapted and used every time I enter into a communal space of learning. I encourage you to read through them, reflect, and come prepared to class to make recommendations to modify the P.R.O.C.E.S.S.S for the needs of this course.
P.R.O.C.E.S.S.S
P-Participate and/or Pass (when it is your time to talk; be aware of the privileged and marginalized that you hold and that exist in the space)
R-Respect the dignity of the people you engage with
O-Oops/Ouch (address and acknowledge offensive language and discomfort if/when it comes up)
C-Confidentiality; Safe Space vs. Brave Space
E-Engage with new ideas
S-Space: SHARE IT!
S-Silence your cell phones...but not each other
S-Self Care: if you need to step away, do it (but we all have the responsibility to come back and engage)
Guests:
Please feel free to bring friends and/or family members to class. Guests are always welcome as long as they demonstrate appropriate respect for the learning that is taking place. If you need to bring young children to class due to childcare issues, please bring something for them to do or play with to keep them occupied so that you can pay attention in class.
Electronics:
I encourage you to take notes in the manner that will best aid your learning. Daily lectures may not be recorded (audio and/or video) unless everyone present in the experience has consented.
Statement of Health:
You are of no use to yourself or others if you are not taking care of yourself physically, mentally, emotionally, and/or spiritually. Please take the time to engage in self-care. You, your loved ones, your work, and everything else will be better for it. If at any time that you need support, please feel free to speak with me. Early and often is best.
Additional University Policies:
Academic Misconduct—Academic integrity is a legitimate concern for every member of the campus community; all share in upholding the fundamental values of honesty, trust, respect, fairness, responsibility, and professionalism. By choosing to join the UNLV community, students accept the expectations of the Student Academic Misconduct Policy and are encouraged when faced with choices to always take the ethical path. Students enrolling at UNLV assume the obligation to conduct themselves in a manner compatible with UNLV’s function as an educational institution. An example of academic misconduct is plagiarism. Plagiarism is using the words or ideas of another, from the Internet or any source, without proper citation of the sources. See the Student Academic Misconduct Policy (approved December 9, 2005) located at: https://www.unlv.edu/studentconduct/student-conduct
Copyright—The University requires all members of the University Community to familiarize themselves with and to follow copyright and fair use requirements. You are individually and solely responsible for violations of copyright and fair use laws. The university will neither protect nor defend you, nor assume any responsibility for employee or student violations of fair use laws. Violations of copyright laws could subject you to federal and state civil penalties and criminal liability, as well as disciplinary action under University policies. Additional information can be found at: https://www.unlv.edu/provost/copyright
Disability Resource Center (DRC)—The UNLV Disability Resource Center (SSC-A 143, https://www.unlv.edu/drc, Voice (702) 895- 0866 TDD (702) 895-0652, and Fax (702) 895-0651) provides resources for students with disabilities. If you feel that you have a disability, please make an appointment with a Disabilities Specialist at the DRC to discuss what options may be available to you. If you are registered with the UNLV Disability Resource Center, bring your Academic Accommodation Plan from the DRC to the instructor during office hours so that you may work together to develop strategies for implementing the accommodations to meet both your needs and the requirements of the course. Any information you provide is private and will be treated as such. To maintain the confidentiality of your request, please do not approach the instructor in front of others to discuss your accommodation needs.
Final Examinations—The University requires that final exams given at the end of a course occur at the time and on the day specified in the final exam schedule. See the schedule at: https://www.unlv.edu/registrar/calendars
Incomplete Grades—The grade of I—Incomplete—can be granted when a student has satisfactorily completed threefourths (3/4) of course work for that semester/session but for reason(s) beyond the student’s control, and acceptable to the instructor, cannot complete the last part of the course, and the instructor believes that the student can finish the course without repeating it. The incomplete work must be made up before the end of the following regular semester for undergraduate courses. Graduate students receiving “I” grades in 500-, 600-, or 700-level courses have up to one calendar year to complete the work, at the discretion of the instructor. If course requirements are not completed within the time indicated, a grade of F will be recorded and the GPA will be adjusted accordingly. Students who are fulfilling an Incomplete do not register for the course but make individual arrangements with the instructor who assigned the I grade.
Library Resources—Students may consult with a librarian on research needs. Subject librarians for various classes can be found here: https://www.library.unlv.edu/contact/librarians_by_subject UNLV Libraries provides resources to support students’ access to information. Discovery, access, and use of information are vital skills for academic work and for successful post-college life. Access library resources and ask questions at https://www.library.unlv.edu/
Rebelmail—By policy, faculty and staff should e-mail students’ Rebelmail accounts only. Rebelmail is UNLV’s official email system for students. It is one of the primary ways students receive official university communication such as information about deadlines, major campus events, and announcements. All UNLV students receive a Rebelmail account after they have been admitted to the university. Students’ e-mail prefixes are listed on class rosters. The suffix is always @unlv.nevada.edu. Emailing within WebCampus is acceptable.
Missed Coursework—Any student missing class quizzes, examinations, or any other class or lab work because of observance of religious holidays or university sanctioned extracurricular activity shall be given an opportunity during that semester to make up missed work. The makeup will apply to the religious holiday absence or university sanctioned extracurricular activity. It shall be the responsibility of the student to notify the instructor within the first 14 calendar days of the course for fall and spring courses (excepting modular courses), or within the first 7 calendar days of the course for summer and modular courses, of their intention to participate in religious holidays or university sanctioned extracurricular activities which do not fall on state holidays or periods of class recess. For additional information, please visit: https://catalog.unlv.edu/content.php?catoid=6&navoid=531
Transparency in Learning and Teaching—The University encourages application of the transparency method of constructing assignments for student success. Please see these two links for further information: https://www.unlv.edu/provost/teachingandlearning ; https://www.unlv.edu/provost/transparency
Tutoring and Coaching—The Academic Success Center (ASC) provides tutoring, academic success coaching and other academic assistance for all UNLV undergraduate students. For information regarding tutoring subjects, tutoring times, and other ASC programs and services, visit https://www.unlv.edu/asc or call 702-895-3177. The ASC building is located across from the Student Services Complex (SSC). Academic success coaching is located on the second floor of SSC A (ASC Coaching Spot). Drop-in tutoring is located on the second floor of the Lied Library and College of Engineering TBE second floor. UNLV Writing Center—One-on-one or small group assistance with writing is available free of charge to UNLV students at the Writing Center, located in CDC-3-301. Although walk-in consultations are sometimes available, students with appointments will receive priority assistance. Appointments may be made in person or by calling 702-895-3908. The student’s Rebel ID Card, a copy of the assignment (if possible), and two copies of any writing to be reviewed are requested for the consultation. More information can be found at: https://writingcenter.unlv.edu
Your time in this learning space will be an experience. I emphasize that this is a learning space, instead of a classroom, because learning can and will take place in and out of the classroom. I encourage you to fully engage, reflect deeply, be open to new perspectives, and bring your full authentic self into this experience. This course will challenge you to think critically of your beliefs, values, knowledge, experience, etc. This course will encourage you to challenge others. That is okay and welcomed. Because of the topics that will be explored will encourage you to challenge beliefs and ideals, below is a set of guidelines I call the P.R.O.C.E.S.S.S that I have adapted and used every time I enter into a communal space of learning. I encourage you to read through them, reflect, and come prepared to class to make recommendations to modify the P.R.O.C.E.S.S.S for the needs of this course.
P.R.O.C.E.S.S.S
P-Participate and/or Pass (when it is your time to talk; be aware of the privileged and marginalized that you hold and that exist in the space)
R-Respect the dignity of the people you engage with
O-Oops/Ouch (address and acknowledge offensive language and discomfort if/when it comes up)
C-Confidentiality; Safe Space vs. Brave Space
E-Engage with new ideas
S-Space: SHARE IT!
S-Silence your cell phones...but not each other
S-Self Care: if you need to step away, do it (but we all have the responsibility to come back and engage)
Guests:
Please feel free to bring friends and/or family members to class. Guests are always welcome as long as they demonstrate appropriate respect for the learning that is taking place. If you need to bring young children to class due to childcare issues, please bring something for them to do or play with to keep them occupied so that you can pay attention in class.
Electronics:
I encourage you to take notes in the manner that will best aid your learning. Daily lectures may not be recorded (audio and/or video) unless everyone present in the experience has consented.
Statement of Health:
You are of no use to yourself or others if you are not taking care of yourself physically, mentally, emotionally, and/or spiritually. Please take the time to engage in self-care. You, your loved ones, your work, and everything else will be better for it. If at any time that you need support, please feel free to speak with me. Early and often is best.
Additional University Policies:
Academic Misconduct—Academic integrity is a legitimate concern for every member of the campus community; all share in upholding the fundamental values of honesty, trust, respect, fairness, responsibility, and professionalism. By choosing to join the UNLV community, students accept the expectations of the Student Academic Misconduct Policy and are encouraged when faced with choices to always take the ethical path. Students enrolling at UNLV assume the obligation to conduct themselves in a manner compatible with UNLV’s function as an educational institution. An example of academic misconduct is plagiarism. Plagiarism is using the words or ideas of another, from the Internet or any source, without proper citation of the sources. See the Student Academic Misconduct Policy (approved December 9, 2005) located at: https://www.unlv.edu/studentconduct/student-conduct
Copyright—The University requires all members of the University Community to familiarize themselves with and to follow copyright and fair use requirements. You are individually and solely responsible for violations of copyright and fair use laws. The university will neither protect nor defend you, nor assume any responsibility for employee or student violations of fair use laws. Violations of copyright laws could subject you to federal and state civil penalties and criminal liability, as well as disciplinary action under University policies. Additional information can be found at: https://www.unlv.edu/provost/copyright
Disability Resource Center (DRC)—The UNLV Disability Resource Center (SSC-A 143, https://www.unlv.edu/drc, Voice (702) 895- 0866 TDD (702) 895-0652, and Fax (702) 895-0651) provides resources for students with disabilities. If you feel that you have a disability, please make an appointment with a Disabilities Specialist at the DRC to discuss what options may be available to you. If you are registered with the UNLV Disability Resource Center, bring your Academic Accommodation Plan from the DRC to the instructor during office hours so that you may work together to develop strategies for implementing the accommodations to meet both your needs and the requirements of the course. Any information you provide is private and will be treated as such. To maintain the confidentiality of your request, please do not approach the instructor in front of others to discuss your accommodation needs.
Final Examinations—The University requires that final exams given at the end of a course occur at the time and on the day specified in the final exam schedule. See the schedule at: https://www.unlv.edu/registrar/calendars
Incomplete Grades—The grade of I—Incomplete—can be granted when a student has satisfactorily completed threefourths (3/4) of course work for that semester/session but for reason(s) beyond the student’s control, and acceptable to the instructor, cannot complete the last part of the course, and the instructor believes that the student can finish the course without repeating it. The incomplete work must be made up before the end of the following regular semester for undergraduate courses. Graduate students receiving “I” grades in 500-, 600-, or 700-level courses have up to one calendar year to complete the work, at the discretion of the instructor. If course requirements are not completed within the time indicated, a grade of F will be recorded and the GPA will be adjusted accordingly. Students who are fulfilling an Incomplete do not register for the course but make individual arrangements with the instructor who assigned the I grade.
Library Resources—Students may consult with a librarian on research needs. Subject librarians for various classes can be found here: https://www.library.unlv.edu/contact/librarians_by_subject UNLV Libraries provides resources to support students’ access to information. Discovery, access, and use of information are vital skills for academic work and for successful post-college life. Access library resources and ask questions at https://www.library.unlv.edu/
Rebelmail—By policy, faculty and staff should e-mail students’ Rebelmail accounts only. Rebelmail is UNLV’s official email system for students. It is one of the primary ways students receive official university communication such as information about deadlines, major campus events, and announcements. All UNLV students receive a Rebelmail account after they have been admitted to the university. Students’ e-mail prefixes are listed on class rosters. The suffix is always @unlv.nevada.edu. Emailing within WebCampus is acceptable.
Missed Coursework—Any student missing class quizzes, examinations, or any other class or lab work because of observance of religious holidays or university sanctioned extracurricular activity shall be given an opportunity during that semester to make up missed work. The makeup will apply to the religious holiday absence or university sanctioned extracurricular activity. It shall be the responsibility of the student to notify the instructor within the first 14 calendar days of the course for fall and spring courses (excepting modular courses), or within the first 7 calendar days of the course for summer and modular courses, of their intention to participate in religious holidays or university sanctioned extracurricular activities which do not fall on state holidays or periods of class recess. For additional information, please visit: https://catalog.unlv.edu/content.php?catoid=6&navoid=531
Transparency in Learning and Teaching—The University encourages application of the transparency method of constructing assignments for student success. Please see these two links for further information: https://www.unlv.edu/provost/teachingandlearning ; https://www.unlv.edu/provost/transparency
Tutoring and Coaching—The Academic Success Center (ASC) provides tutoring, academic success coaching and other academic assistance for all UNLV undergraduate students. For information regarding tutoring subjects, tutoring times, and other ASC programs and services, visit https://www.unlv.edu/asc or call 702-895-3177. The ASC building is located across from the Student Services Complex (SSC). Academic success coaching is located on the second floor of SSC A (ASC Coaching Spot). Drop-in tutoring is located on the second floor of the Lied Library and College of Engineering TBE second floor. UNLV Writing Center—One-on-one or small group assistance with writing is available free of charge to UNLV students at the Writing Center, located in CDC-3-301. Although walk-in consultations are sometimes available, students with appointments will receive priority assistance. Appointments may be made in person or by calling 702-895-3908. The student’s Rebel ID Card, a copy of the assignment (if possible), and two copies of any writing to be reviewed are requested for the consultation. More information can be found at: https://writingcenter.unlv.edu
