Forms for excused absences can be obtained from 228 SC and should be accompanied by other documentation. Any student behavior deemed disruptive by the professor will result in expulsion of the student from the classroom, with an absence for the day and possible disciplinary action. A short list of selected readings on the topics will be on reserve in the library for students to consult. See specific instructions for Essay 1 and Essay 2 . For manuscript mechanics, refer to the MLA Handbook for Writers of Research Papers , fifth edition.
Papers are due at the beginning of class on the date they are due.
Any paper turned in late will be penalized heavily. Students are expected to participate in this course's on-line discussion board by posting at least two messages per week. Messages may be in the form of questions or answers, but all messages must be relevant, substantive, and written as clearly as possible. Although I will be involved in the discussion myself, this forum is your place to raise issues that are of interest to you. Remember, however, this is not a place for personal messages but a forum for intellectual discussion.