Class Policies

Please take the time to read and absorb the information presented here. If you have any questions or concerns, please Contact Lisa.

You may also want to take a moment and read the post about Expectations. My class is an open, inclusive classroom space. What that means is that we want to acknowledge and respect diverse people and opinions and create a learning environment where all people and views are welcome.

What if I don’t learn like everyone else?

See note above about inclusive classroom space. While there is an official institutional policy on these things (see below), here is my policy. I’m here to help you and work with you to achieve your goals. Just talk to me and we’ll find a way to work things out (whether you’ve officially declared or not). Together we can find a way to get you what you need in a format that you need it.

Official Clemson policy:Clemson University values the diversity of our student body as a strength and a critical component of our dynamic community. Students with disabilities or temporary injuries/conditions may require accommodations due to barriers in the structure of facilities, Students who experience a barrier to full access to this class should let the instructor know and are encouraged to request accommodations through SAS (Student Accessibility Services) as soon as possible. To request accommodations through SAS, please see this link:

www.clemson.edu/academics/student-accessibility-services/how-to-register/requesting-accommodations
. You can also reach out to SAS with questions by calling 864-656-6848, email CUSAS@clemson.edu or visiting SAS at the ASC Suite 239. Contact the office for the most updated drop-in schedule if you would prefer not to schedule an appointment.

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What do I do if I am struggling in aspects of my life?

There are lots of taboos that we never talk about. Things like money, food, and shelter because it seems we should all have these things, especially if we’re in college. That’s not necessarily true.

We also don’t talk about our mental health enough, and it’s really easy to let things pile up mentally to where you start to suffer from the weight of it all.

There are a number of resources for students through Clemson for both online and residential students. So if you are experience any issue from mental health to food insecurity to issues at home or housing insecurity or really anything. You have to let me know so we can find you a resource local to where you are. 

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What is this course all about?

This course is about how to do empirical research. We will be approaching research by breaking it down into methodologies, methods, and practices, and taking the stance that it is an iterative and reflexive process.

So what’s in it for me?

Since y’all have a lot of different aims and goals, we’re going to focus on the big ideas and concepts in hopes that you can then transfer these into your own goals and more so, to be able to carry the information forward as a solid foundation on which to build your research skills and abilities. Being able to understand research results and also to do research is a key skill that you can use no matter what the next stage of your career is. So your takeaway is a solid toolkit to be able to analyze and to do research.

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What books and materials will I need?

You will need to buy one book:  McNely, B. (2024). Engaging ambience : visual and multisensory methodologies and rhetorical theory. Utah State University Press. **N.B. we will be reading this book about mid-way through the summer.

Otherwise, we will be using parts of pieces of a number of texts. So if you’re a hold it in your hand person, you’ll need to set aside funds for printing pages from an online source. Otherwise, I’ll provide links to the materials or specific ways for you to obtain the readings and things that you’ll need.

Many of the things we will be reading are journal articles. I will give you the citation, but it’s a useful exercise for you to become a familiar with finding and obtaining the materials for yourself. If you need a short course in how to use the library website, please let me know.

See the course schedule for more specific information.

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What are we going to be doing in class?

We’re going to be talking alot and sharing and discussing. This will often involve you working with another student or two and then reporting back to the class. You may be asked to share some of the writing we may do in class. I recognize these sorts of activities do not work well for everyone, but we’ll work through a way to discuss and to share in ways that work for each of you.

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How many classes can I miss?

I strongly encourage that you miss no classes at all. However, I understand life happens so we’ll try to work something out if you’re willing to do your part. Just talk to me about it.

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How will my grade be calculated?

See Assignments where you’ll find more information about the assignments and their weight, as well as information about collaborative projects and my grading philosophy.

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What are the Clemson mandated policies that must appear on the syllabus?

Here you go: 

Academic Integrity

As members of the Clemson University community, we have inherited Thomas Green Clemson’s vision of this institution as a “high seminary of learning.” Fundamental to this vision is a mutual commitment to truthfulness, honor, and responsibility, without which we cannot earn the trust and respect of others. Furthermore, we recognize that academic dishonesty detracts from the value of a Clemson degree. Therefore, we shall not tolerate lying, cheating, or stealing in any form.

All infractions of academic dishonesty by undergraduates must be reported to Undergraduate Learning for resolution through that office. In cases of plagiarism instructors may use the Plagiarism Resolution Form.

Additionally, for undergraduate classes:

Plagiarism, which includes the intentional or unintentional copying of language, structure, or ideas of another and attributing the work to one’s own efforts. Graded works generated by artificial intelligence or ghostwritten (either paid or free) are expressly forbidden.

See the Undergraduate Academic Integrity Policy website for additional information and the current catalog (“Academic Regulations” section) for the policy. Send questions to UGSintegrity@clemson.edu.

For graduate students, see the current graduate student handbook for all policies.

Accessibility

Clemson University values the diversity of our student body as a strength and a critical component of our dynamic community. Students with disabilities or temporary injuries/conditions may require accommodations due to barriers in the structure of facilities, Students who experience a barrier to full access to this class should let the instructor know and are encouraged to request accommodations through SAS (Student Accessibility Services) as soon as possible. To request accommodations through SAS, please see this link: www.clemson.edu/academics/student-accessibility-services/how-to-register/requesting-accommodations. You can also reach out to SAS with questions by calling 864-656-6848, email CUSAS@clemson.edu or visiting SAS at the ASC Suite 239. Contact the office for the most updated drop-in schedule if you would prefer not to schedule an appointment.

The Clemson University Title IX Statement Regarding Non-Discrimination

Clemson University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, pregnancy or related conditions (including pregnancy, childbirth, termination of pregnancy, lactation, recovery from the foregoing, or medical conditions related to the foregoing), national origin, age, disability, veteran’s status, genetic information or protected activity in employment, educational programs and activities, admissions and financial aid. This includes a prohibition against sex discrimination (including sex-based harassment and sexual violence) as mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. This Title IX policy is located on the Access Compliance and Education website. Ms. Alesia Smith is the Clemson University Title IX Coordinator, and the Assistant Vice President of Equity Compliance. Her office is located at 223 Brackett Hall, 864-656-3181 and her email address is alesias@clemson.edu. Remember, email is not a fully secured method of communication and should not be used to discuss Title IX issues.
Clemson University aspires to create a diverse community that welcomes people of different races, cultures, ages, genders, sexual orientation, religions, socioeconomic levels, political perspectives, abilities, opinions, values and experiences.

Emergency Preparation

Emergency procedures have been posted in all buildings and on all elevators. Students should be reminded to review these procedures for their own safety. All students and employees should be familiar with guidelines from Clemson University Public Safety.

 Clemson University is committed to providing a safe campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. As members of the community, we encourage you to take the following actions to be better prepared in case of an emergency:

  1. Familiarize yourself with all possible exits, safer locations, and other key information on the emergency evacuation maps in this building, and those that you visit regularly.
  2. Make a plan for how you would Run, Hide, and Fight in case of an active threat in this building, and those that you visit regularly. For example:
    1. Run – what are all the possible exits in this building, and the routes to them?
    2. Hide – what are the potential hiding locations in this room and building that are out of sight of doors and windows, how do you lock the door(s), how would you barricade the door(s) and windows, where do you turn off the lights?
    3. Fight – What tools are available in this room and building, should you have to fight?
  3. Ensure you are signed up for emergency alerts. Alerts are only sent when there is a potential threat to safety, a major disruption to campus services, and once-monthly tests.
  4. Download the Rave Guardian app to your phone. (https://www.clemson.edu/cusafety/cupd/rave-guardian/)
  5. Learn what you can do to prepare yourself for the hazards that affect our locations. (http://www.clemson.edu/cusafety/EmergencyManagement/)

 

 

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