Late papers will be penalized ten points for each day that elapses before the paper is submitted. However, no materials to be graded other than the final exam will be accepted after the last day of regular classes. Students should be present, punctual, and prepared each class day. A student who is absent or unprepared to an excessive degree is not meeting the course requirements and could receive a failing grade for the course. Ordinarily, students who miss more than six classes can expect a failing grade.
Students are welcome and encouraged to set up conferences at mutually convenient times.
Constructive feedback about the course is also welcome at any time. Students must take responsibility for their own learning. That is, if a person does not understand something presented in class or if a person is confused about an assignment, then that student should take the initiative to make an appointment with the professor. Plagiarism or other forms of cheating will not be tolerated. Anyone found cheating can expect to receive an F for the course and to endure other penalties invoked by the dean.