Attendance Policy

Attendance is defined as being in attendance the complete class period. Undergraduate students will be allowed FOUR (4) absences during the semester for any reason, whereas graduate students will be allowed TWO (2) absences during the semester for any reason. These DO NOT include exam days. Following the freebies, points will be deducted from the final point total for each additional absence. In the event that you are scheduled to take part in an official University function on the date of the exam, please contact me at once in order to schedule a make-up test session. If you need to speak with me and have a conflict with office hours, I will be happy to make an appointment at a time that is convenient for us both.

Cellular/mobile phones and other electronic devices can be distracting if used inappropriately. During regularly scheduled classes turn cell phones to vibrate or turn off. During quizzes, test, or other examination activities cell/mobile phones and other electronic devices must be turned off. Failure to do so will result in you (a) being asked to leave the classroom and/or (b) receiving a “zero” on the activity (quiz, test, etc.).