If the student believes an absence is excused, due to such factors as illness or emergency, the student should write an explanation for the absence and give to the instructor. The instructor will determine whether an absence is excused and return a copy of the explanation the next class period. In addition to attendance, students need to exhibit punctuality in the attendance of classes. Classes start promptly at the time indicated on the schedule. Students are responsible for all material covered in class, and in the event of absence or late arrival, it is the student s responsibility to initiate contact with the instructor.
Students are to act in a professional demeanor at all times.
Daily evaluations missed cannot be made up, however, daily evaluations missed as a result of an unexcused absence will count as a grade of 40, which is the minimum grade for any daily evaluation. The student is to work by him or herself for daily evaluations. The instructor s commitment is help the student learn the material. The student, however, must accept individual responsibility for taking advantage of all the resources the University provides and disciplining oneself to read the text, study the material, complete homework, ask questions, and visit the instructor when help is needed.