Departmental Information

I. PLAGIARISM AND CHEATING:

"Plagiarism and cheating are serious academic offenses that should be brought to the attention of the Chairperson or Language Coordinator. Whenever a student is caught cheating (whether copying from another student's paper or plagiarizing printed or electronic sources) the instructor will assign a grade of F for the quiz, exam, or paper in question and will inform the Chairperson of the Department, who-upon concurring with the instructor-will forward a 'CHARGE OF ACADEMIC MISCONDUCT FORM' to the student. In addition, the Department of French and Italian will review the case to determine whether or not to recommend to the Dean of the College that more serious sanctions be imposed."

II. GRADE DEFINITIONS ACCORDING TO THE UNIVERSITY SENATE RULES AND REGULATIONS:

2.2.1.1. The grade of A will be reported for achievement of outstanding quality.
2.2.1.2. The grade of B will be reported for achievement of high quality.
2.2.1.3. The grade of C will be reported for achievement of acceptable quality.
2.2.1.4. The grade of D will be reported for achievement that is minimally passing but at less than an acceptable quality.

Consult with individual teachers concerning the calculation of grades.

III. STUDY TIME ACCORDING TO THE UNIVERSITY SENATE RULES AND REGULATIONS:

"One semester hour means course work normally represented by an hour of class instruction and two hours of study a week for one semester, or an equivalent amount of work. The concept may vary according to the level at which instruction is offered."

IV. STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:

"Any student in this course who has a disability that may prevent him/her from fully demonstrating his/her abilities should contact me personally as soon as possible so that we can discuss class accommodations necessary to ensure full participation and facilitate the educational opportunity."

V. RELIGIOUS OBSERVANCES:

"Where examinations and tests other that final examinations conflict with religious observations of a generally recognized nature, a student under obligation to participate in such religious observances shall, upon request to the instructor involved, which shall be made at least a week in advance of the scheduled examination or test, be accorded the opportunity to take the examination or test at some other time not in conflict with his (or her) religious obligations."

VI. ATTENDANCE:

Attendance in language, literature, and culture classes is essential for mastering materials, improving communication skills, and participating in discussions. Consult with individual teachers for their specific policy on attendance and make-up work.

VII. WITHDRAWALS:

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