Class Rules
Course Syllabus Changes
I reserve the right to change aspects of the course schedule (including assigned dates and readings), especially given the continuing prevalence of Covid. If I make any changes, I will give students sufficient advance warning to make sure everyone is comfortable with the changes.
Late Submission Policy
Assignments are due in class on the stated dates. If you are late by a day, I will accept the assignment but will dock your overall grade by one letter grade, i.e., if you got an A- for the paper, your effective grade will be B-. If you are late by more than one day, you will get a zero on the assignment.
Discrimination
Discrimination, harassment, or global generalizations against others on the basis of race, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression will not be tolerated.
The classroom is meant to be a safe place. You are encouraged to express your ideas candidly while also keeping in mind that you are expected to show respect for one another and for the diversity of people and ideas in the world around you. Thoughtful critiques and feedback are welcome and encouraged, but negative criticism is not. If there are concerns that any student is not conducting themselves appropriately, this will be discussed with the student on an individual basis. Similarly, if any student feels unsafe as a result of viewpoints expressed by the instructor or fellow students, they are encouraged to speak with me.
Chosen Name and Pronoun Policy
Some members of the Fordham community are known by a name that is different from their legal name. Students who wish to be identified by a chosen name can contact me via email or in person and request their chosen name and pronoun be used during class and other interactions.
Mandatory Reporting
As a course instructor, I am a mandatory reporter and am required to contact and provide information to Public Safety, to the Dean of Students, and/or to the Title IX Coordinator if I learn you have been sexually harassed (verbally or physically), sexually assaulted /raped, stalked, had domestic violence or dating violence occur in a relationship, or been a victim/ survivor of any behavior prohibited by the University's Sexual Misconduct Policy and Procedures. Once reported, the University will promptly seek to properly support any student and make efforts to stop the prohibited behavior, prevent it from recurring, and remedy its effects. There are two confidential places on campus where you can seek support where it will not be "reported": counselors in Psychological & Counseling Services and Campus Ministry. The Student CARE Brochure can provide you with on and off-campus resources for support and more information.”
Classroom Etiquette
Texting: Absolutely no texting in class. If I see you text during class, I will ask you to leave the classroom immediately.
Laptops: You may use laptops or iPads in the classroom only when we are discussing the online readings that I have posted. Once we have finished discussion of the sources, you must put away your laptop or tablet.
Being late: Obviously, please try not to be late for class. Once in a while is OK but if you are late repeatedly, it will seriously affect your class participation grade. I will not count you in attendance if you are more than 5 minutes late.
Covid and Mask Policy
Students are strongly encouraged to use masks in class, especially if the Covid rates are relatively high. If a student feels symptoms that might indicate the presence of Covid, I encourage you to immediately get tested and isolate yourself if positive. I will make every effort to accommodate students’ needs and schedules if they test positive for Covid.
On Plagiarism and Cheating
I will not tolerate any form of cheating. Any student caught improperly using online or print sources in a paper will receive a zero for the assignment in question, and depending on the particular case, may receive a failing grade in the course. As per university rules, I will report plagiarism violations to the Dean of Academic Affairs.
Please familiarize yourself with the Undergraduate Policy on Academic Integrity at Fordham. The policy notes that: “Academic integrity is the pursuit of scholarly activity in an honest, truthful, and responsible manner. Violations of academic integrity include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating on exams, falsification, unapproved collaboration, and destruction of library materials.”
Use of online tools to wholly or partially aid in the assistance of completing assignments for this class will be considered a violation of the University's policies on Academic Integrity, and particularly II. A. (Plagiarism) and II. C. (Falsification) and II. D. (Unapproved Collaboration).
Disabilities
If you are a student with a documented disability and require academic accommodations, please register with the Office of Disability Services (ODS) in order to request academic accommodations for your courses. Please contact the main ODS number at 718-817-0655 to arrange services. Accommodations are not retroactive, so you need to register with ODS prior to receiving your accommodations. Please see me after class or during office hours (or e-mail me) if you have questions or would like to submit your academic accommodation letter to me.
Course Syllabus Changes
I reserve the right to change aspects of the course schedule (including assigned dates and readings), especially given the continuing prevalence of Covid. If I make any changes, I will give students sufficient advance warning to make sure everyone is comfortable with the changes.
Late Submission Policy
Assignments are due in class on the stated dates. If you are late by a day, I will accept the assignment but will dock your overall grade by one letter grade, i.e., if you got an A- for the paper, your effective grade will be B-. If you are late by more than one day, you will get a zero on the assignment.
Discrimination
Discrimination, harassment, or global generalizations against others on the basis of race, creed, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression will not be tolerated.
The classroom is meant to be a safe place. You are encouraged to express your ideas candidly while also keeping in mind that you are expected to show respect for one another and for the diversity of people and ideas in the world around you. Thoughtful critiques and feedback are welcome and encouraged, but negative criticism is not. If there are concerns that any student is not conducting themselves appropriately, this will be discussed with the student on an individual basis. Similarly, if any student feels unsafe as a result of viewpoints expressed by the instructor or fellow students, they are encouraged to speak with me.
Chosen Name and Pronoun Policy
Some members of the Fordham community are known by a name that is different from their legal name. Students who wish to be identified by a chosen name can contact me via email or in person and request their chosen name and pronoun be used during class and other interactions.
Mandatory Reporting
As a course instructor, I am a mandatory reporter and am required to contact and provide information to Public Safety, to the Dean of Students, and/or to the Title IX Coordinator if I learn you have been sexually harassed (verbally or physically), sexually assaulted /raped, stalked, had domestic violence or dating violence occur in a relationship, or been a victim/ survivor of any behavior prohibited by the University's Sexual Misconduct Policy and Procedures. Once reported, the University will promptly seek to properly support any student and make efforts to stop the prohibited behavior, prevent it from recurring, and remedy its effects. There are two confidential places on campus where you can seek support where it will not be "reported": counselors in Psychological & Counseling Services and Campus Ministry. The Student CARE Brochure can provide you with on and off-campus resources for support and more information.”
Classroom Etiquette
Texting: Absolutely no texting in class. If I see you text during class, I will ask you to leave the classroom immediately.
Laptops: You may use laptops or iPads in the classroom only when we are discussing the online readings that I have posted. Once we have finished discussion of the sources, you must put away your laptop or tablet.
Being late: Obviously, please try not to be late for class. Once in a while is OK but if you are late repeatedly, it will seriously affect your class participation grade. I will not count you in attendance if you are more than 5 minutes late.
Covid and Mask Policy
Students are strongly encouraged to use masks in class, especially if the Covid rates are relatively high. If a student feels symptoms that might indicate the presence of Covid, I encourage you to immediately get tested and isolate yourself if positive. I will make every effort to accommodate students’ needs and schedules if they test positive for Covid.
On Plagiarism and Cheating
I will not tolerate any form of cheating. Any student caught improperly using online or print sources in a paper will receive a zero for the assignment in question, and depending on the particular case, may receive a failing grade in the course. As per university rules, I will report plagiarism violations to the Dean of Academic Affairs.
Please familiarize yourself with the Undergraduate Policy on Academic Integrity at Fordham. The policy notes that: “Academic integrity is the pursuit of scholarly activity in an honest, truthful, and responsible manner. Violations of academic integrity include, but are not limited to, plagiarism, cheating on exams, falsification, unapproved collaboration, and destruction of library materials.”
Use of online tools to wholly or partially aid in the assistance of completing assignments for this class will be considered a violation of the University's policies on Academic Integrity, and particularly II. A. (Plagiarism) and II. C. (Falsification) and II. D. (Unapproved Collaboration).
Disabilities
If you are a student with a documented disability and require academic accommodations, please register with the Office of Disability Services (ODS) in order to request academic accommodations for your courses. Please contact the main ODS number at 718-817-0655 to arrange services. Accommodations are not retroactive, so you need to register with ODS prior to receiving your accommodations. Please see me after class or during office hours (or e-mail me) if you have questions or would like to submit your academic accommodation letter to me.