COURSE SYLLABUS SECTION 1: COURSE INFORMATION

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1 1 COURSE SYLLABUS Please read this syllabus in its entirety. It is a part of the course content. Further, it is important that you understand what is required in this course and the time frames for completing assignments and activities. SECTION 1: COURSE INFORMATION Course Number & Name: HFT 4294 RH&M Senior Seminar/4295 Strategic Management CRN: 50296, Course Credit Hours: THREE (3) CREDIT HOURS Semester: Summer C 2016 Department/Program: RESORT AND HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT Meeting Times/Location: Online Only Format: ONLINE Instructor Name: Office Location: N/A Contact Information: Office Hours: N/A Prerequisites: HFT 3221, HFT 3670Senior Standing COURSE DESCRIPTION: Using a variety of experiences and problem solving assignments students analyze and assess organizational theories of management, functions of management, leadership theory, strategic management and ethics. FSS 3338C for level Undergraduate with minimum grade of C (may be taken concurrently) and HFT 3004 for level Undergraduate with minimum grade of C (may be taken concurrently) and HFT 3221 for level Undergraduate with minimum grade of C (may be taken concurrently) and HFT 3253 for level Undergraduate with minimum grade of C (may be taken concurrently) and HFT 3573 for level Undergraduate with minimum grade of C (may be taken concurrently) and HFT 3670 for level Undergraduate with minimum grade of C (may be taken concurrently) and HFT 4464 for level Undergraduate with minimum grade of C (may be taken concurrently)this course provides a basic understanding of lodging operations and management. It provides a realistic look at the operations and management. It provides a realistic look at the operations of each department and insight into the financial aspect of operations.

2 2 REQUIRED TEXT: Teaching Materials: Strategic Management: A Competitive Advantage Approach, 16 th ed., David & David, ISBN: , Pearson Publishing. This course uses the Pearson MyLab for exams and assignments COURSE WEBSITE (CANVAS): TIPS TO BUY YOUR BOOK: If you are a financial aid student, you must buy the book in the bookstore which should come with an access code. If you are not a financial aid student, you can buy this book as an e-text which includes the access code on the Pearson website. It is more cost effective to buy the book as an e-text through Pearson MyLab. You can buy a used book as long as it has an active access code. Do not buy a book that does not have an active access code. MyLab MyLab serves as an important tool for student to better prepare for class. Purchasing the textbook is NOT required for this course, but the textbook is required. You can either rent a book or gain access to the book through the Pearson MyLab site. Students are required to register online in the first week of the semester. For details about the registration, please see the Student Registration Instructions posted on Canvas. Do not access the course through the Pearson website. Access the course through Canvas. Course Website: CANVAS is an online learning management system. It is imperative that you are proficient with Canvas. Should you have any difficulties using Canvas, please create a "ticket" by clicking "Help" in the upper right-hand corner of the screen and Report a Problem. Students are responsible for knowing everything appearing in Canvas. SECTION 2: MISSION, LEARNING OUTCOMES, & MEASUREMENTS A. PROGRAM MISSION The mission of the Resort and Hospitality Management program is to provide students with core competencies and experiential learning opportunities in preparation for successful management careers and leadership roles in the resort and hospitality industry and to instill values of lifelong learning and community service. B. PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES (PLOs) Upon successful completion of the program students will be able to: 1. Illustrate proficiencies and skills relevant to the operational areas of Resort and Hospitality Management. 2. Apply effective communication skills. 3. Evaluate information and make decisions using critical thinking and problem solving skills. 4. Apply ethical reasoning and professional judgment. C. COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES At the completion of this course, students should be able to: 1. To develop your capacity to think strategically about a company, its business position, and how it can gain sustainable competitive advantage.

3 3 2. To build your skills in conducting strategic analysis in a variety of industries and competitive situations. 3. To give you hands-on experience in crafting business strategy, reasoning carefully about strategic options, using what-if analysis to evaluate action alternatives, and initiating the changes necessary to keep the strategy responsive to newly emerging market conditions. 4. To improve your ability to manage the organization process by which strategies get formed and executed. 5. To integrate the knowledge gained in other courses in your program. 6. To develop your powers of managerial judgment, help you learn how to assess business risk, and provide you with a stronger understanding of the competitive challenges of a global market environment. 7. To make you more conscious about the importance of ethical principles, personal and company values, and socially responsible management practices. D. MEASUREMENTS OF STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES FOR COURSE ASSESSMENT REPORT The following expectations were determined by the C3 leadership (Core Course Coordinators for the LCOB in the spring of These are the LCOB goals not grades. The LCOB is not looking to replicate our grade distribution. Exemplary: If 90% of the students got 80% of the questions correct, performance was exemplary Exceed: If 80% of the students got 80% of the questions correct, expectations were exceeded Meet: If 70% of the students got 80% of the questions correct, expectations were met Does not Meet: If less than 70% of the students got 80% of the questions correct, expectations were not met Consistent with the LCOB standards, the goal (meets standard) is for at least 70% of students to get 80% of the material correct. ILO/PLO Learning objectives Course Learning Outcomes Assessment used to measure outcome Disciplinary knowledge & skills PLO 1, CLO 1 Communication -oral - written PLO 3, CLO 2, 3, 4, 6 Critical thinking PLO 4, CLO 2,3, 4 5, and 6 Create a project implementing strategic planning concepts designed for a hospitality business Report on trends relating to the identified hospitality business Present trends and issue impacting the identified hospitality business Present a final case including all appendix items relative to the identified hospitality business Demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills Report on the Strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats along with corresponding business strategies focusing on that analysis. This includes a Examinations and class participation Class presentation Module draft submissions; final paper

4 4 Ethics PLO 5, CLO 7 measurement plan for strategy implementation. Present and report on socially responsible business practices as fitting of the identified hospitality business Module draft submissions; final paper Legend: CLO = Course learning outcome PLO = Program learning outcome Very Important Note to Students: As you are a senior and this is a capstone course, the expectation is that you have learned the importance of meeting deadlines, you have mastered time management skills, you are able to critically analyze, evaluate and research complex topics and have the necessary skills required to form and work in groups efficiently and effectively. For these reasons, all assignments are time sensitive with start and end dates of availability. It is your responsibility to know these dates and times without exception. No work will be accepted beyond its specified due date and time. All assignments must be completed to pass the course. NO MAKE UPS will be offered in this course. If you miss an assignment, you should drop the course. SECTION 3: LEARNING OUTCOME EVALUATION METHODS AND GRADING POLICIES A. Course Grading: assigned based on the total number of points earned on the following assignments: GRADE COMPONENT INDIVIDUAL ASSIGNMENTS POSSIBLE POINTS Exam # 1 - Chapters 1, 2, 3, 4, 100 Exam # 2 - Chapters 5, 6, 7, Exam # 3 - Chapters 9, 10, Simulations (15) 150 Discussion Board (5) 50 Video Cases (10) 50 TEAM ASSIGNMENTS Case Study 200 Assurance of Learning 100 Total Course Points 850 ACTUAL POINTS CUMULATIVE TOTAL

5 5 B. How your final course grade is determined based on percentage points? Grade Percentage Points A A B B B C C C D D D F < 63 <536 SECTION 4: TEACHING METHODS, PHILOSOPHY, & MESSAGE TO STUDENTS A. TEACHING METHODS AND LEARNING STRATEGIES This course will be conducted completely online. The mode of instruction is through the CANVAS. You are expected to communicate with your instructor and other classmates about specific assignments or questions on the Clarification discussion. Most of your work, however, is done on your own through reading the chapters, PowerPoint, and current trade magazines and newspapers. Learning is a process of change that is often times difficult for the learner. Sometimes students will find it difficult to deal with the emotional side of learning. I hope to have a learning environment in this course where I work with students to build a learning community that provides guidance, support, and a humanized online experience. My role as your instructor will be very different from my on-campus class. My lectures are the weekly lessons, and the forums will involve discussions of course material. I will monitor these discussions and provide input as I see necessary or when asked to do so by you or team members. Think of me as a facilitator in this process. This course is not self-paced. Weekly assignments/discussions is required, with by-weekly due dates. In order to successfully complete this course, discussions/assignments must be submitted on time. Learning strategies will be student focused, using both self-directed and group interaction. Students are expected and encouraged to apply their own professional experiences and perspectives to support and reinforce class materials. Students are also expected to be familiar with the textbook material as assigned and to keep up with the schedule of readings. Not all topics in each chapter will be covered in the discussions online. Students are therefore individually responsible for becoming familiar with all assigned materials and assigned chapters. INTERACTION PLAN (IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS) When taking an online course you must take the initiative to ask your instructor questions if you do not understand the material. Please feel free to me directly, on CANVAS mail, with questions of a personal nature, grading questions, advising help or with any other issues that are not appropriate for the rest of the class to read. I check my DAILY and will respond to all s within 24 hours (except when

6 6 traveling), Monday thru Friday before 7 PM. Please note that I am not available on weekends but will respond to weekend messages on Mondays. Questions about the course: All course related questions must be posted in the Clarification Module. This Question Discussion Forum is to be used to ask questions concerning class material. If I cannot answer right away, maybe a classmate can answer. I highly encourage students to read and respond to postings from their classmates. Part of the nature of this class is for students to help each other troubleshoot problems and develop critical-thinking skills. Working through questions on the forum is an excellent method to develop proficiency in these areas. Because my response to questions may not be instantaneous. You must learn to factor in the response time when completing your work. If you wait until the last day, you may not have time to receive a response before your assignment is due. Please do not me questions about the course material; use the Question Discussion Forum so that your classmates may also benefit from the answer. In addition, your instructor will also post information and updates to this forum. It is your responsibility to read all the posts in the Question Discussion Forum in a timely manner. WEEKLY TIME COMMITMENT Since online course are different, you should plan to spend at least 6 hours per week to devote to this course. Even though this course does not have a weekly face-to-face meeting, the time commitment per week is the same as an on campus class. If you are not prepared to devote this amount of time, then you might want to reconsider enrolment in this course. TEACHING PHILOSOPHY The education process works best when both the instructor and the student share in and are committed to the learning process. Therefore, the learning expectations for this course are based upon a set of assumptions about you as an adult learner. I view each student as a responsible individual, who are aware of and will initiate positive learning behavior. You will plan your time resources accordingly to maximize your learning. You will also learn from each other special experience and background, through the discussions on CANVAS and through activities. I will ask questions or post a statement that will require you to conceptualize and analyze the what if of scenarios related to lodging operations. Recognizing that each student is unique, and therefore each learning process will differ, I will assist each student with appropriate strategies and plans for instruction as well as creating an environment conducive to learning by making myself accessible and maintaining: 1. a comfortable physical learning environment 2. a comfortable psychological environment 3. the respect of each individual in the classroom and stress 4. the importance of honesty and integrity 5. active participation in discussions, and 6. accommodation of unforeseen circumstances B. MESSAGE TO STUDENTS This class prepares students for applying strategic management concepts to Resort & Hospitality operations. You should leave this class with knowledge and skills you can use in future employment experiences and/or future classes.

7 7 You will not be a passive learner. The only information I will feed to you is the introduction to the chapters and PowerPoints. In order for this course to be successful and you to earn a high grade, you will need to interact. My role in this interaction will be that of a facilitator. You will be a knowledge-generator and be responsible for constructing and managing your own learning. You will be an active be an active partner in this generation of knowledge so that, as you are learning so are your classmates. You will both be a teacher and a student. Through discussions, research, assignments and the use of a hands-on computer simulation, you will become knowledgeable in how lodging operations are managed effectively. I will rely on each student to make mature and reliable decisions regarding their commitment and performance in this class. Your attendance is essential to your success, and to the development of our classroom community. Each week will include discussions that cannot be made-up after the due date. Reading all the discussion post will be important to grasp and understand fully the concepts and issues presented and discussed. My assumption is that since you have chosen to be in this course, you will handle your presence on CANVAS responsibly and courteously. This means that you will abide by the rules and regulations of the class. You are responsible for all material discussed or assigned. If you miss a discussion, for whatever reason, it is your responsibility to read all posts on the discussion board. You may use the clarification module for questions. Anyone may respond to the posted questions. Do not use the discussion board to ask questions that are not related to the discussions. I look forward to a very productive semester.

8 8 SECTION 5: TENTATIVE CLASS SCHEDULE OUTLINED FOR FALL 2015 Week From To Tentative Agenda Item Due Date 1 5/9 5/15 Read Chapters 1 & 2 5/15 11:59 PM Time Scored DQ 1 5/11 11:59 PM Ch 1 Sim: Organizational Structure 5/15 11:59 PM Ch 1 Vid: Warby Parker 5/15 11:59 PM Ch 2 Vid: Warby Parker 5/15 11:59 PM 2 5/16 5/22 Read Chapter 3 5/22 11:59 PM Ch 3 Sim: The Marketing Environment 5/22 11:59 PM Ch 3 Sim: Adapting to the Economic Environment 5/22 11:59 PM Ch 3 Vid: Subaru America: The external environment 5/22 11:59 PM 3 5/23 5/29 Read Chapter 4 & 5 5/29 11:59 PM Scored DQ 2 5/25 11:59 PM Ch 4 Sim: The Marketing Mix 5/29 11:59 PM Ch 4 Vid: Domino's Pizza: Managing Marketing Information 5/29 11:59 PM Ch 5 Sim: Operations Management 5/29 11:59 PM Ch 5 Vid: IRobot: Competitive strategy of home robots 5/29 11:59PM 4 5/30 6/5 Exam 1 Chapters 1-4 6/4 11:59 PM Read Chapter 6 6/5 11:59 PM Ch 6 Sim: Organizational Culture 6/5 11:59 PM Ch 6 Sim: Conducting SWOT Analysis 6/5 11:59 PM Ch 6 Vid: Acer vs. HP: Can Acer Surpass HP? 6/5 11:59 PM 5 6/6 6/12 Read Chapter 7 6/12 11:59 PM Scored DQ 3 6/8 11:59 PM Ch 7 Sim: Strategic Management 6/12 11:59 PM Ch 7 Sim: Human Resource Management 6/12 11:59 PM Ch 7 Vid: Method: Operations Management and Control 6/12 11:59 PM 6 6/13 6/19 Read Chapter 8 6/19 11:59 PM Ch 8 Sim: Segmentation, Targeting, Positioning 6/19 11:59 PM Ch 8 Vid: Pet Food Express: Marketing: Distribution and Promotion 6/19 11:59 PM 7 6/20 6/26 Exam 2 Chapters 5-8 6/25 11:59 PM Read Chapter 9 6/26 11:59 PM Scored DQ 4 6/22 11:59 PM Ch 9 Vid: Konica/Minolta: Advancing in the Digital Age 6/26 11:59 PM 8 6/27 7/3 Read Chapter 10 7/3 11:59 PM Ch 10 Sim: Navigating Murky Ethical Waters 7/3 11:59 PM Ch 10 Sim: Management and Ethics 7/3 11:59 PM Ch 10 Sim: Ethics and Social Responsibility 7/3 11:59 PM Ch 10 Vid: Life is Good: Marketing Ethics and social Responsibility 7/3 11:59 PM Assurance of Learning 7/2 11:59 PM

9 9 9 7/4 7/10 Read Chapter 11 7/10 11:59 PM Scored DQ 5 7/6 11:59 PM Ch 11 Sim: Managing in a Global Environment 7/10 11:59 PM Ch 11 Sim: Going Global 7/10 11:59 PM Group Case Study 7/9 11:59 PM 10 7/11 7/17 Exam 3 Chapters /16 11:59 PM 11 7/18 7/20 Grade Submissions by Professor THE INSTRUCTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO AMEND THE TENTATIVE SCHEDULE AS DEEMED NECESSARY. C. CLARIFICATIONS ON GRADING ASSIGNMENTS REQUIRED Course requirements: Exams 100 points each Each exam consists of 100 questions, 150-minute time limit, two (2) attempts (only highest score counts) and must be taken in one sitting. Exiting the exam for any reason will cause it to submit. If this happens, you should take the second attempt and then contact me to enable access to the 1 st attempt. If you contact me after the submission deadline, you will only get the one attempt. Exam 1 covers chapters 1-4, Exam 2 covers chapters 5-8 and Exam 3 covers Chapters If you miss an exam, you will not be allowed to participate in any more assignments in the class and will be given an F. Simulations 10 points each Each chapter has one or more simulations in the MyManagementLab accessed through the MyLab and Mastering tab in Canvas. The simulations are assigned in coordination with the chapter(s) that you are responsible for each week. After reading the chapter, take the simulation to get a better understanding of how to apply the information you are learning. These simulations are time sensitive and no make-ups will be given. If you want to work ahead, all simulations are available the first day of class. Video Cases 5 points each Each chapter has a Video Case in the MyManagementLab accessed through the MyLab and Mastering tab in Canvas. The video cases are assigned in coordination with the chapter(s) that you are responsible for each week. After reading the chapter, watch the video and then answer the questions following the video. If you want to work ahead, all simulations are available the first day of class Scored Discussion Questions (DQ) 10 points each As we progress through the course, there will be topics that need more discussion than just the text book. Each DQ should be answered with verified facts and figures with sources of information identified in the post. It is not about the quantity of your writing it is about the quality content and substantiation of what you offer to enlighten or enhance what has already been provided/mentioned. Group Project 1 - Case Study 100 points

10 10 After the first week of class, groups will be randomly formed and a case study will be assigned. Further information on case studies and requirements for this submission will be provided on Canvas. Group Project 2 - Assurance of Learning Exercise On pages you will find a group exercise involving Strategic Planning for Gruma SAB. Read the purpose, the situation, the strategies and complete the task. Further instructions will be provided in Canvas. Course Policies and Dropping Course You are responsible for all work, including tests, simulations, video cases, case study, assurance of learning and written work. No right or privilege permits you to miss any submissions or to make any submissions late. You may drop this course with either a "withdraw/passing" or "excused" grade before the designated drop date. After this point, you will not be allowed to drop the course with a "w/p" or "excused" grade. SECTION 4: Teaching methods, philosophy, and course message A. Teaching methods The methodology for this course will include online simulations, video cases, discussion questions, exams and written assignments. B. Teaching philosophy The best learning experience is an interactive one. This class will offer ample opportunity for student participation and to apply learning principles to realistic case studies and situations. C. Message to Students This class prepares students for applying marketing concepts to Resort & Hospitality management. You should leave this class with knowledge and skills you can use in future employment experiences and/or future classes. SECTION 6: CLASSROOM FORMAT, POLICIES, and MANAGEMENT STATEMENT A. CLASS ROOM FORMAT This course is taught on-line and supplemented with outside assignments. Learning strategies will be student focused, using both self-directed and group interaction. Students are expected and encouraged to apply their own professional experiences and perspectives to support and reinforce class materials. Students are also expected to be familiar with the textbook material as assigned and to keep up with the schedule of readings. Not all topics in each chapter will be covered in in the discussions due to time limitations. Students are therefore individually responsible for becoming familiar with all assigned materials and assigned chapters. B. CONDUCT GUIDELINES Students and the professor have a duty to respect and preserve the integrity of the learning environment of during every discussion. Accordingly, disruptive behavior is not permitted and is subject to disciplinary action. PROFESSIONALISM Professional/business attire is required for site visits (see professional attire information on CANVAS). All students are expected to conduct themselves in a professional manner. Unprofessional behavior such as, but not limited to: Rudeness toward any person will be considered a serious violation of this standard and will lower your grade accordingly and may result in dismissal from the class.

11 11 ATTENDANCE POLICIES, PREPAREDNESS and PARTICIPATION I will rely on each student to make mature and reliable decisions regarding their commitment and performance in class. Your attendance and participation is essential to your success and to the development of our classroom community. My assumption is that since you have chosen to be in this class, you will handle your presence in the class responsibly and courteously. This means that you will abide by the rules and regulations of the class. Attendance Attendance in this class is mandatory (Discussion Board). Absence from discussions will reduce your course grade. You are responsible for all material discussed all assignments. If you miss a discussion, it is your responsibility to read all discussions posted to get caught up with what was missed. Preparedness and Participation You are expected to prepare adequately for, and to participate actively in, every discussion. Assigned discussions are done with the assumption that you have fulfilled your responsibility to read all assigned material carefully and completely and that you are ready to join the discussion. During the course, your preparation and preparedness (P&P) in each class is evaluated and the assignments will assess your P&P. Good participation requires that in class you respond to questions and comments from the professor and from fellow students, and that you spontaneously offer your own thoughts and opinions on the material. You are expected to be involve in all discussions, and to demonstrate in each discussion sufficient preparation, intellectual curiosity, and language skills to engage at a high level of disciplined analytical thought and discussion that enhances you and your fellow students learning. STUDENT S WORK/ASSIGNMENTS Discussions/Assignments that do not follow direction/requirements will not be read, graded or evaluated and will receive only ten percent (5%) of the total points for submission. All assignments must be submitted on CANVAS in the Turn-it-in-drop box. Late assignments will be deducted 10% for each day late. Any information you want the instructor to know must be in writing. No telephone calls or oral explanations will be accepted. I will respond to s MONDAY thru FRIDAY BEFORE 7 PM. Telephone calls for information from the instructor are accepted. All updates or changes will be announced on CANVAS. All written assignments should adhere to the following format. Points will be deducted for excessive mistakes (see the assignment rubric on CANVAS): Typed in a university compatible software (recommend Microsoft Word) 12 - point font). 1 - Inch margins on the top, bottom, left and right. Double-spaced. Spell check. Grammar check. Page numbers at the bottom right of each page. Date, assignment title and your name (or name of each team member), and course number on the cover page. Headings - Always use headings and if appropriate, sub-headings, to help organize your papers. A reader can get lost in a paper that seems to go on forever. Headings help the reader keep track of the information within a paper. The required report format is APA style.

12 12 IF YOU ARE NOT FAMILIAR WITH APA STYLE, PLEASE REFER TO THE FOLLOWING WEBSITES FOR GUIDELINES: AND Grading criteria for papers: 60% Content 40% Writing. Two (points) will be subtracted for each missing citation and reference. FORBIDDEN: Plagiarizing and Cheating 1. Plagiarizing, which is copying words directly out of a published document without using quotation marks and giving the author credit; or paraphrasing another person's ideas or thoughts as your own without giving reference 2. Copying another person's work including using notes, cheat sheets, etc. during an exam or assignments. 3. Handing in work prepared by another individual as your own work 4. Any act of intellectual or general dishonesty. 5. More than 20% plagiarism is considered a serious university violation. RESULT: Any violation will result in a zero for the project, assignment, or exam plus expulsion from the course. ENCOURAGED: Assisting other students in learning: 1. Broadcasting useful websites to classmates over listserv. 2. Answering any difficult questions posed by classmates on the Clarification Center module. 3. Participate actively in-group discussions in class and on-line. 4. Helping classmates with course structural misunderstandings, due date confusion, computer technical questions, etc. C. POSTING OF GRADES - All grades will be posted on CANVAS within 5 to 10 days after assignments are submitted. CANVAS will notify you each time there is a change in grades. You are encouraged to check your grade during the semester. You can do so by visiting CANVAS. It is your responsibility to keep up with your grades at all times. D. MAKE UP POLICY - You cannot make up any assignments without prior consent from the instructor. SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONCERNING YOUR PROGRESS, GRADES, OR OTHER ISSUES PERTAINING TO THE CLASS, PLEASE LET ME KNOW AS SOON AS POSSIBLE SO THAT THEY CAN BE ADDRESSED IN AN EFFICIENT MANNER. DO NOT WAIT UNTIL THE END OF THE SEMESTER TO QUESTION GRADES OR YOUR PROGRESS. SECTION 7: UNIVERSITY & COLLEGE STANDARDS & POLICIES Academic Behavior Standards and Academic Dishonesty - All students are expected to demonstrate honesty in their academic pursuits. The university policies regarding issues of honesty can be found in the FGCU Student Guidebook under the Student Code of Conduct on page 11, and Policies and Procedures sections on pages All students are expected to study this document which outlines their responsibilities and consequences for violations of the policy. The FGCU Student Guidebook is available online at Copyright The University requires all members of the university community to familiarize themselves and to follow copyright and fair use requirements. You are individually and solely responsible for violations of copyright

13 13 and fair use laws. The university will neither protect nor defend you nor assume any responsibility for employee or student violations of fair use laws. Violations of copyright laws could subject you to federal and state civil penalties and criminal liability, as well as disciplinary action under university policies. Disability Accommodations Services - Florida Gulf Coast University, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the university s guiding principles, will provide classroom and academic accommodations to students with documented disabilities. If you need to request an accommodation in this class due to a disability, or you suspect that your academic performance is affected by a disability, please contact the Office of Adaptive Services. The Office of Adaptive Services is located in Howard Hall 137. The phone number is or TTY University Policy about Student Observance of Religious Holidays - All students at Florida Gulf Coast University have a right to expect that the University will reasonably accommodate their religious observances, practices, and beliefs. Students, upon prior notification to their instructors, shall be excused from class or other scheduled academic activity to observe a religious holy day of their faith. Students shall be permitted a reasonable amount of time to make up the material or activities covered in their absence. Students shall not be penalized due to absence from class or other scheduled academic activity because of religious observances. Where practicable, major examinations, major assignments, and University ceremonies will not be scheduled on a major religious holy day. A student who is to be excused from class for a religious observance is not required to provide a second party certification of the reason for the absence. days.pdf Grading Policies and Grading Systems - The grading system at FGCU is described in the FGCU Catalog and is overseen by the Office of Planning and Institutional Performance. ( In accordance with FERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, 1974), grades may not be announced in class or displayed in any public view by use of the Student ID number (or social security number) in a paper or electronic format. Electronic display format includes or a web-based environment such as Angel. Retention of Papers, Tests, Student and Class Records - University policy dictates that any materials, hardcopy or electronic, that contribute to the determination of a course grade be maintained by individual faculty for one full academic year after the end of the semester. In addition, departments/programs must maintain all records pertinent to grades for any faculty no longer with the university. Eagle Mail - is Florida Gulf Coast University s student system. Your FGCU Eagle Mail account MUST be activated. If you are a first time student, you will need your PIN and Student ID, both of which are assigned at registration. - If you don t know your PIN, you will need to go to the Registrar's office to retrieve it. - To activate your account, visit - The ANGEL (at will be used as the primary application for learning and communication. Additional course information may be distributed via Eagle Mail, so make sure you know how to retrieve your Eagle mails, and check it very frequently (at least once a day). - Log in to ANGEL at You need to use FGCU Eagle Mail account and password to log in. - Assignments, instructions, and other course information on ANGEL are integral components of the course material and are hereby incorporated as part of this syllabus. The FGCU Writing Center - assists student writers through free, accessible, learning-based writing consultations. Our primary goals are to help students improve their abilities to think independently, to write critically, and to learn and implement strategies that will assist them in producing effective writing assignments. Consultants help writers with brainstorming, formulating a clear thesis, developing their ideas, and revising. Writing Center

14 14 sessions are designed to assist writers in improving their ability to revise independently. Writing Consultants also help writers identify issues of style and mechanics; however, they do not edit or proofread. The Writing Center is located in Library West, 202C. Library West is not accessible from the main Library building (Library East). Phone: 239/