Those not present at the beginning of the classroom period will be considered absent. Students will not converse among themselves during class except when instructed to do so. When a student creates a disturbance in the classroom, instructors will either ask the student to desist immediately or speak to the student at the conclusion of class. Repeat offenders will be sanctioned. Students will not leave class before its conclusion.
Early departures are disruptive, inconsiderate and unprofessional.
Professors may make arrangements under some circumstance, but are not obliged to do so. Those not present at the conclusion of the classroom session will be considered absent. Instruction will begin with the first class meeting and consume the remainder of the class period.