Except in situations of a medical or family crisis, verified by the Dean's Office and accepted by me as a legitimate excused absence, no late papers will be accepted. The purpose of this strict policy is fairness to all students in the course. Exams must be taken when scheduled. All assigned work must be completed in order to pass the course. You are encouraged to study together.
Study groups are especially useful for discussing assigned readings.
All written coursework, however, must be your own. Please review the Student Handbook with respect to plagiarism. This is the standard ratio for college work nationally. Keep a course notebook with your reading notes and bring it to every class. That's why I'm there.