Course Policies
CCNY’s Statement on Community Standards
https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/studentaffairs/community-standards
Attendance
Instructors can set their own attendance policies. CCNY recommends that students be allowed to miss a total of two weeks of class (4 class sessions for a class that meets twice a week, for example). Here is a sample policy:
Students are expected to attend every class session of this course and to be on time. If you miss five classes, your final grade will be dropped by one-half of one letter (a 90 to an 85, for example). If you miss six classes, your final grade will be dropped one full letter. If you miss seven classes, you will not be able to pass the course. Consistent late arrivals and early departures will have a negative impact on your grade. I will notify you by email if course absences (for full or partial classes) are having an impact on your grade. If you have special circumstances, please see me. I’m happy to work with you to help you complete this course.
Student Support Services
Gateway Advising Center, NAC 1/220
http://www.ccny.cuny.edu/gateway/
Students without a declared major can receive academic advising, especially if you have questions about your course of study, core requirements, etc.
AccessAbility Center, NAC 1/218
http://www.ccny.cuny.edu/accessability/
The AccessAbility Center/Student Disability Services (AAC/SDS) ensures full participation and meaningful access to all of City College’s services, programs, and activities.
The Writing Center, NAC, Third Floor (entrance off the Amsterdam Avenue plaza)
https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/writing
The City College Writing Center offers one-on-one assistance for students working on writing assignments and projects from any discipline.
SEEK Peer Academic Learning Center, NAC 4/224
https://www.ccny.cuny.edu/seek
Offers counseling and peer tutoring for students in need of academic and financial support who have registered for the SEEK Program.
Additional Policies
Guidelines for:
- Maintaining a clean classroom environment (eating and drinking during class)
- Use of cell phones, tablets, and computers during class meetings