Classroom Behavior

Both students and faculty are responsible for maintaining an appropriate learning environment in all instructional settings, whether in person, remote or online. Those who fail to adhere to such behavioral standards may be subject to discipline. Professional courtesy and sensitivity are especially important with respect to individuals and topics dealing with race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation or political philosophy.  For more information, see the classroom behavior policy, the Student Code of Conduct, and theOffice of Institutional Equity and Compliance.

Requirements for COVID-19

As a matter of public health and safety, all members of the CU Boulder community and all visitors to campus must follow university, department and building requirements and all public health orders in place to reduce the risk of spreading infectious disease. CU Boulder currently requires COVID-19 vaccination and boosters for all faculty, staff and students. Students, faculty and staff must upload proof of vaccination and boosters or file for an exemption based on medical, ethical or moral grounds through the MyCUHealth portal.

The CU Boulder campus is currently mask-optional. However, if public health conditions change and masks are again required in classrooms, students who fail to adhere to masking requirements will be asked to leave class, and students who do not leave class when asked or who refuse to comply with these requirements will be referred to Student Conduct and Conflict Resolution. For more information, see the policy on classroom behavior and the Student Code of Conduct. If you require accommodation because a disability prevents you from fulfilling these safety measures, please follow the steps in the “Accommodation for Disabilities” statement on this syllabus.

If you feel ill and think you might have COVID-19, if you have tested positive for COVID-19, or if you are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated and have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19, you should stay home and follow the further guidance of the Public Health Office (contacttracing@colorado.edu). If you are fully vaccinated and have been in close contact with someone who has COVID-19, you do not need to stay home; rather, you should self-monitor for symptoms and follow the further guidance of the Public Health Office (contacttracing@colorado.edu).

Accommodation for Disabilities

If you qualify for accommodations because of a disability, please submit your accommodation letter from Disability Services to your faculty member in a timely manner so that your needs can be addressed. Disability Services determines accommodations based on documented disabilities in the academic environment. Information on requesting accommodations is located on the Disability Services website. Contact Disability Services at 303-492-8671 or dsinfo@colorado.edu for further assistance. If you have a temporary medical condition, see Temporary Medical Conditions on the Disability Services website.

Preferred Student Names and Pronouns

CU Boulder recognizes that students' legal information doesn't always align with how they identify. Students may update their preferred names and pronouns via the student portal; those preferred names and pronouns are listed on instructors' class rosters. In the absence of such updates, the name that appears on the class roster is the student's legal name.

Honor Code

All students enrolled in a University of Colorado Boulder course are responsible for knowing and adhering to the Honor Code. Violations of the policy may include: plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, lying, bribery, threat, unauthorized access to academic materials, clicker fraud, submitting the same or similar work in more than one course without permission from all course instructors involved, and aiding academic dishonesty. All incidents of academic misconduct will be reported to the Honor Code (honor@colorado.edu); 303-492-5550).  Students found responsible for violating the Honor Code will be assigned resolution outcomes from the Student Conduct & Conflict Resolution as well as be subject to academic sanctions from the faculty member. Additional information regarding the Honor Code academic integrity policy can be found on the Honor Code website.

Sexual Misconduct, Discrimination, Harassment and/or Related Retaliation

CU Boulder is committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming learning, working, and living environment. University policy prohibits sexual misconduct (harassment, exploitation, and assault), intimate partner violence (dating or domestic violence), stalking, protected-class discrimination and harassment, and related retaliation by or against members of our community on- and off-campus. These behaviors harm individuals and our community. The Office of Institutional Equity and Compliance (OIEC) addresses these policies, and individuals who believe they have been subjected to misconduct can contact OIEC at 303-492-2127 or email cureport@colorado.edu. Information about university policies, reporting options, and support resources can be found on the OIEC website.

Please know that faculty and graduate instructors have a responsibility to inform OIEC when they are made aware of any issues related to these policies regardless of when or where they occurred to ensure that individuals impacted receive information about their rights, support resources, and resolution options. To learn more about reporting and support options for a variety of concerns, visit Don’t Ignore It.

Religious Holidays

Campus policy regarding religious observances requires that faculty make every effort to deal reasonably and fairly with all students who, because of religious obligations, have conflicts with scheduled exams, assignments or required attendance. Whenever possible, you should notify me at least two weeks in advance of the conflict to request special accommodations.

See the campus policy regarding religious observances for full details.

Academic Advising

If you are a CU degree student, see your academic advisor in your school or college. If you are a not a degree-seeking student or if you have general questions, you can schedule an appointment with a CU advisor.

Bursar's Office

CU provides bursar and accounting services to students taking classes during any semester of the school year.

Career Advising

If you are a CU degree student you can access Career Services on campus. You can schedule an appointment with a career advisor at any point during office hours.

Counseling and Consultation

Counseling and Psychiatric Services offer confidential, on campus mental health and psychiatric services for CU students.

CU Library

• Access the CU Boulder Library Catalog
• Contact a librarian via e-mail, chat, phone, or texting (during library hours)
• Meet your subject specialist librarian

Disability Services

Disability Services ensures that students with disabilities receive reasonable accommodations and services to participate fully in the academic environment.

Online Composition Hub

The Online Composition Hub is a place where students enrolled in online classes can work with a trained tutor to improve their writing.

Registration

Information about enrolling in credit courses at CU Boulder.

Student Financial Aid

Students enrolled in university credit courses may be eligible for financial assistance. For more information visit the Office of Financial Aid page at CU Boulder.

COVID-19 Information

Information and updates regarding the coronavirus pandemic and its effects in the CU Boulder community.

CAAS Black Book

The CAAAS Black Book is a publication that outlines helpful information for navigating the collegiate experience and campus and local resources dedicated to Black students.

See the CAAAS Black Book

 

Overview

Need help with research or have questions about the library? At the University Libraries, you will find a network of information professionals who are dedicated to helping you. As students and scholars, you have so many competing demands on your time. Let the University Librarians save you time and frustration.

Quick answers: Chat with a librarian

Need help finding a specific source? Having trouble finding the full text article? Have a citation question? The Libraries' Chat service allows you to type in a question and receive a real-time answer from a librarian. The service is generally open 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM M-TH and when the research desk is open. No account needed! Works on your mobile device. Chat with a librarian now!

In-depth research coaching: Schedule a consultation

Are you working on a research assignment? Do you need help: formulating your research question, finding background research, gathering sources and the scholarly conversation, formulating citations? If yes, now is the time to schedule a research consultation. A librarian can coach you through the research process at any stage. We will meet with you in-person, online, via phone or via email. Let us know what times are good for you. Schedule now!

Learn on your own: Explore the Research Strategies Pages

Do you prefer to find answers on your own? Or are you looking for an answer in the middle of the night? Learn How to Cite, How to Access Materials Off Campus, How to Find Books and so much more! Check out the University Libraries Research Strategies Pages now!

Start now: Begin searching

The University Libraries have extensive collections, including: books (print and electronic), newspapers, popular articles, scholarly articles, images, videos, and so much more. Find what you need now! Ask Us if you get stuck!

Quick Links

• Libraries home page
• Off campus access details

Requirements

What are the basic computer specifications for Canvas?

Visit the official Canvas Computer Specifications Page (Links to an external site.) for the latest list of recommended system requirements.

Which browsers does Canvas support?

Visit the Supported Browsers Page (Links to an external site.) for the detailed list of internet browsers in Windows, MacOS, iOS and Android.

Skill Requirements

Students also need to possess basic computer skills, such as:

• How to use a web browser and word processor
• How to send and receive email
• How to locate a file and attach it to an email or upload a file into a course
• How to copy and paste
• Must know basic typing skills and keyboard commands
• Must know basic computer terminology

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Support

This course is delivered using the Canvas course management system. If you are experiencing issues with Canvas please contact CU Boulder's Help desk at 303-735-4357 (5-HELP) or help@colorado.edu.

5-Help will answer your call:

• Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday from noon to 6:00 p.m.
• Closed during University Holidays

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Help Menu in Canvas

Within the Canvas App, you can search the Canvas support guides, Report a Problem or chat with Canvas Support 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Information about Privacy and Accessibility of Canvas

Privacy: Instructure Privacy Policy (Links to an external site.)

Accessibility: Accessibility of Canvas