Dr. Sebastian Anthony Birch

 

 

The following are offered as guidelines to help you understand what is expected of you as Kent State University undergraduate students. Following them will not guarantee success, but ignoring them could result in problems. The listing presented is not comprehensive, but it should present a clear idea of how students should conduct themselves at this University.
 

  • Be attentive and alert to learning.

  • Be civil to faculty and address them appropriately.

  • Perform assignments in a timely manner.

  • Come to class on time and leave only at the conclusion of class.

  • Attend class on a regular basis.

  • Demonstrate honesty and intellectual integrity in academic pursuits.

  • Be courteous to fellow students.

  • Contribute to classroom discussion.

  • Take levels of classes appropriate to skills.

  • Maintain basic skills at college level.

  • Do not come to class under the influence of any substance.

  • Take advantage of office hours and keep appointments when made.

  • Think critically and creatively.

  • Take responsibility for self-discipline and motivation.

  • Make up all missed work.

  • Act responsibly.

  • Develop effective oral and written communication skills.

  • Familiarize yourself with the syllabus.

  • Keep questions or comments pertinent to class discussions.

  • Do not come to class if your illness will affect others.

  • Seek help as needed.

  • Do not disrupt class or harass the teacher.

  • Tolerate diversity.

  • Notify the instructor of a long absence.

  • Inform instructor if withdrawing from the class.

  • Seek your adviser at appropriate times.

  • Familiarize yourself with the Catalog.

  • Make certain you have access to the course's books and supplies.

 
  
Email: sbirch@kent.edu