Civility on Campus: Your Role as a Student Learning cannot effectively occur in an environment of disrespect or incivility; it is an active enterprise characterized by the discussion of ideas. You play a role in maintaining classroom behavior that is professional, courteous and sensitive to the rights of others. - Attend each class meeting and arrive on time. Entering late disrupts the class.
- Be prepared for each class. Raise your hand and ask to be recognized if you want to contribute to a discussion or ask a question. Do not interrupt.
- Leave personal stereos at home or in your backpack. Do not use them during class; doing so is rude and disrespectful.
- Turn off your cell phone; calls can be returned after class.
- Know and follow instructions on course syllabi. Fulfill assignments according to the standards required by the instructor.
- Complete class assignments, projects, and activities on time.
- If you have a problem or a question that requires discussion, make an appointment with your instructor during his/her office hours. Your instructor may have a class immediately before your class, after your class, or both. Catching him or her in the hall on the way to class or while leaving class is usually not a good idea.
- If you disagree with something, do it tactfully. Yelling will get you nowhere. Respect the rights of instructors and students in the classroom. Resolve conflicts, disputes, and differences through thoughtful discussion.
- Treat everyone in the class, including your instructor, as you wish to be treated. Respect the rights of others to hold various points of view.
- Become familiar with the program requirements of your major.
- Follow the Student Conduct Code and Academic Honesty policies.
- Be aware of the policies concerning alcohol on campus and sexual harassment.
- Responsibly balance obligations toward family, work, and education.
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