Engineering Syllabus Statement Summaries Feel free to modify
Engineering Syllabus Statement Summaries Feel free to modify! August 2020
Fall 2020 Modified Grading for UG Courses Students have up to six months after graduation to revoke P/F grading before their University record/transcript is “frozen” and no further changes are allowed. P/F Deadline • Friday, November 20 th How Many? • Up to 3 courses Which Ones? • All 100 – 500 level, including courses for satisfaction of major, School/College, and University requirements. Think about … • Actual course grades may be needed for scholarships postbaccalaureate applications Undergraduates in 600, 700 and 800 level courses should contact their instructor about SAT grading.
Health & Wellbeing You are not alone at UMass! If you are experiencing new stresses related to the COVID-19 pandemic in addition to other pressures such as health, money, family, and academic concerns or stress and trauma from societal inequities and violence, reach out. Success in this course and the College of Engineering depends heavily on your personal health and wellbeing. Recognize • Stress is expected • Can be compounded (academics / social) Reframe • …to “challenges are a pathway to success” • Realize that we all face them Reflect • How do you take care of yourself? • Set a game plan early in semester See: • umass. studentlife/single-stop • umass. edu/counseling • http: //engineering. umass. edu/current-students/academics-advising Reach Out • CCPH • OSA 126 Marston • CEI 128 Marcus or rees@umass. edu
Disability Accommodation / Inclusive Classroom Disability Services 161 Whitmore, 413 -545 -0892, umass. edu/disability We all learn differently and bring different strengths and needs to the class. Your success in this class is important to me. Register • Note taker • Extended time • Exam quiet room Inform Me Let me know as soon as possible to ensure your accommodations are met. Exam Scheduling • At least 7 days in advance • Contact Disability Services Engineering Positive and Negative Classroom Experience anonymous online form: (https: //tinyurl. com/UMass. Engineer. Classroom) Reach Out If there aspects of the class that prevent you from learning or make you feel excluded.
Inclusivity Assistant Dean Dr. Paula Rees, rees@umass. edu The diversity of the participants of this course is a valuable source of ideas, problem solving strategies, and engineering creativity. Respect • Be aware of your implicit biases • Treat others with the same respect you expect One Community We are all members of this community with a shared responsibility to cultivate a positive environment. Speak Up If you perceive a classmate being excluded or negatively impacted, speak up. Engineering Climate Concerns and Suggestions anonymous on-line form: (https: //tinyurl. com/UMass. Engineer. Climate) Reach Out If you feel that your contribution is not being valued or respected for any reason.
Pronouns and Names https: //www. umass. edu/stonewall/sites/default/files/pronouns_intro. pdf Everyone has the right to be addressed by the name and pronouns that they use for themselves. My Pronouns • • He/Him/His She/Hers They/Them/Theirs Ze/Hirs SPIRE Students can indicate their preferred/chosen first name and pronouns on SPIRE, which appear on class rosters. Speak Up If you hear a classmate make a mistake with pronouns or a name, kindly remind them. Reach Out • If your pronouns are not on SPIRE • Forgive me if I mess up; let me know so I can fix the mistake! Gender inclusive restrooms: umass. edu/stonewall/campus-restrooms Signs are posted outside M and W restrooms in engineering buildings indicating nearest inclusive.
Gender Respect & Title IX http: //www. umass. edu/titleix/ Any conduct that has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s performance by creating an intimidating, hostile, or sexually offensive academic environment is considered sexual harassment. Inform • Faculty are required to inform you of campus resources • Campus is required to inform you annually Confidential Resources • Center for Women & Community • UHS • CCPH • UMPD Speak Up If you perceive a classmate being harassed or intimidated, be an ally. Speak up. William Brady, Interim Title IX Coordinator email at Title. IXCoordinator@umass. edu or by phone at (413) 545 -6204 Reach Out Please let me know if there any issues in my classroom, or if you need help connecting with resources.
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