In accordance with the Faculty Handbook , instructors will make every effort to attend all class meetings. Course content . Instructors will update their courses periodically to reflect the latest scholarship in the fields they teach. Instructors will make clear at the outset how grades will be determined, what work in the course will be graded, and what standards will be applied. Letters of recommendation .
Students depend upon faculty recommendations when applying for jobs or graduate school.
If a faculty member agrees to write such a letter, it will be prepared promptly, accurately, and thoroughly. Office hours . Faculty members will be available in their offices at least two hours per week. If unable to keep those hours, a faculty member will post a note to that effect. Scheduling of Examinations, Papers, and Other Exercises .