The class will utilize a seminar format where all class members will be equal participants. Students are required to remain current in the readings and be prepared to contribute to class discussions. Chronic non-attendance will result in a lowering of your overall grade for the course. If you must miss class for any reason, please provide me with a written excuse upon return to class. A final paper is required .
Students investigate and critically analyze a social problem of their choice.
Topics must be approved by the instructor. If you have difficulty understanding concepts, organization, requirements, etc., please discuss them in class or see me privately. If you are experiencing a personal crisis which prevents you from performing up to your own expectations, please see me after class or in my office. It is the policy of the board of regents that students' sincerely held religious beliefs shall be reasonably accommodated with respect to scheduling all examinations and other academic requirements. If exams or other class activities conflict with your religious holidays, etc.