University of Minnesota Academic Policy

Grading standards (definition of grades)

A Represents achievement that is outstanding relative to the level necessary to meet course requirements.
B Represents achievement that is significantly above the level necessary to meet course requirements.
C Represents achievement that meets the course requirements in every respect.
D Represents achievement that is worthy of credit even though it fails to meet fully the course requirements.
S Represents achievement that is satisfactory, which is equivalent to a C- or better.
F (or N) -- Represents failure (or no credit) and signifies that the work was either (1) completed but at a level of achievement that is not worthy of credit or (2) was not completed and there was no agreement between the instructor and the student that the student would be awarded an I (see also I)
I -- (Incomplete) Assigned at the discretion of the instructor when, due to extraordinary circumstances, e.g., hospitalization, a student is prevented from completing the work of the course on time. Requires a written agreement between instructor and student.

Make-up exam policy

Make-up quizzes and exams are available only when a student has an excellent reason for missing the regular quiz or exam and arrangements are made either before the missed quiz or exam or as quickly as humanly possible thereafter.

Senate student academic workload policy

For undergraduate courses, one credit is defined as equivalent to an average of three hours of learning effort per week (over a full semester) necessary for an average student to achieve an average grade (C) in the course. For example, a student taking a four credit course that meets for four hours a week should expect to spend an additional eight hours a week on course work outside the classroom.

Statement on accommodations for students with disabilities

It is University policy to provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities. Please contact the Disability Services office, 589-6163, Room 362 Briggs Library to discuss accommodation needs.

Statement on classroom conduct

Students are expected to interact with the instructor and other students with respect and courtesy. Students should attend every class session prepared to learn and work. Participation in class is expected, which includes both speaking up and listening. Give class your full attention while here. Complete all assignments including the reading -- in a timely fashion. Do not bring cell phones or recording equipment to class without the instructor's consent. Students whose behavior is disruptive either to the instructor or to other students will be asked to leave. Students whose behavior suggests the need for counseling or other assistance may be referred to counseling services. Students whose behavior violates the University Student Conduct Code will be subject to disciplinary action.

Statement on academic misconduct

Scholastic dishonesty means plagiarizing; cheating on assignments or examinations; engaging in unauthorized collaboration on academic work; taking, acquiring, or using test materials without faculty permission; submitting false or incomplete records of academic achievement; acting alone or in cooperation with another to falsify records or to obtain dishonestly grades, honors, awards, or professional endorsement; altering forging, or misusing a University academic record; or fabricating or falsifying data, research procedures, or data analysis. In this course, a student responsible for scholastic dishonesty can be assigned a penalty up to and including an "F" or "N" for the course. If you have any questions regarding the expectations for a specific assignment or exam, ask.

Statement regarding sexual harassment

University policy prohibits sexual harassment as defined by the University of Minnesota Regents' policy: http://www1.umn.edu/regents/policies/humanresources/SexHarassment.pdf

Statement on student with disabilities

It is University policy to provide reasonable accommodations to students with disabilities. Please contact your instructor or the Disability Services office, 589-6163, Room 362 Briggs Library to discuss accommodation needs.