This course is an interdisciplinary, turn-taught General Education offering. The course will introduce the theoretical and practical paradigm of cultural differences. In this course, cultural differences will refer to race, gender, nationality, class, religion, and age. Students will be encouraged to examine the ways in which these paradigms influence their daily lives and the structure of our culture. (Fall, Spring, Summer) [Graded Letter]

TEXTBOOK: No textbook is required! Reference material is provided for you in Canvas.

AVON (Academic Video Online)

Here is the walk-through to find AVON and how to find videos in AVON.

• To view AVON, also known as Alexander Street, go to the .
• Once on the website, select Find a Database. Find Academic Video Online (AVON) from the list (It should be the second item in the list).
• To find a video in AVON, the title of the video can be searched for in the search bar located at the top right of the webpage. Just under the search bar is the option of sorting the videos by relevance, title, newest videos first, or oldest videos first. Videos can be filtered by selecting the words Filter your results or the funnel icon. They can be filtered by subject, publisher, person, content type, language, and release date.

Online access to SUU library resources

Below are the two critical steps to access library resources:

Step 1: Always login first to the SUU portal ()

Step 2: Access the Library homepage ()

After accessing the portal, you may also click on the library link to access the library homepage:

General Education: Humanities Knowledge Area

As part of the General Education program at SUU, this course will address the outcomes of the Humanities Knowledge Area. A student who has mastered the material in this course will be able to:

• derive evidence from primary sources regarding the complexities and changes in human experience through analytical reading and critical thought;
• describe how human experience is shaped by social, cultural, linguistic, and/or historical circumstances;
• demonstrate attentiveness to linguistic, visual, and/or audio texts when communicating meaning;
• use appropriate verbal, perceptual, or imaginative skills when organizing meanings, developing a sense of self, and balancing potentially disparate values.

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of HSS 1120, students will be able to:

• CLO1 (GE HU 2.2.1): Examine how the humanities artifacts (such as oral narratives, literature, philosophy, media, and artworks) express the human condition.
• CLO 2 (GE HU 2.2.2): Explain how the humanities artifacts take on meaning within networks or systems (such as languages, cultures, values, and worldviews) that account for the complexities and uncertainties of the human condition.
• CLO 3 (GE HU 2.2.3): Analyze humanities artifacts according to humanities methodologies, such as close analysis, questioning, reasoning, interpretation, and critical thinking.
• CLO 4 (GE HU 2.2.4): Compare and contrast diverse humanistic perspectives across cultures, communities, and/or time periods to explain how people make meaning of their lives.
• CLO 5 (GE HU 2.2.5): Using humanities perspectives, reflect on big questions related to aesthetics, values, meaning, and ethics and how those apply to their own lives.

Humanities 1120 satisfies the Humanities breadth designation because it directly engages students in examining, explaining, analyzing, and comparing/contrasting human perspectives across cultures, communities, and time periods. Using humanities perspectives, students will also reflect on how culture and cultural differences connect to big questions related to aesthetics, values, meaning, and ethics and learn how those apply to their own lives.

Alignment with USHE Board Policy R470, Humanities Essential Learning Outcomes

Durable Skills and High-Impact Practices

Communication Skills: Students develop and express ideas and will be able to do so in a variety of ways, namely in writing, by speaking, visually, kinesthetically, through design or aurally (Reflection essays; final presentation/reflection).

Inquiry & Analysis: Inquiry: Students systematically explore issues, objects or works through the collection and analysis of evidence that results in informed conclusions or judgments. Analysis: Students break complex topics or issues into parts to gain a better understanding of them (Reflection Essays, Final Presentation/Reflection)

Intercultural Knowledge and Competence: Students demonstrate that they are more culturally self-aware and aware of the cultures of others, have honed their verbal and nonverbal communication skills to negotiate shared understandings, ask complex questions and seek out understanding of other cultures, and are able to suspend judgment and initiate interactions with culturally different others (Assignments 1-17, Reflection Essays, Final Presentation/Reflection)

Summary of Assignments – Course Deliverables

It is important that each student note the coursework below regarding assignments and their due dates. These items comprise the “course deliverables.” This is what each student is expected to “deliver” for this course.

Grade breakdown

• 90% or higher   A
• 87% - 89.9%   A-
• 83% - 86.9%   B+
• 80% - 82.9%   B
• 77% - 79.9%   B-
• 73% - 76.9%   C+
• 70% - 72.9%   C
• 67% - 69.9%   C-
• 63% - 66.9%   D+
• 60% - 62.9%   D
• 57% - 59.9%   D-
• Less than 57%   F

Assignment/Activity, Points, and Due Dates

Course Content

The following areas of diversity will be addressed through readings, discussions, activities, and assignments within the scope of the course:

• Minorities
• Ethnicity and Race
• Understanding Prejudice and Its Causes
• Class
• Gender
• Sexual Orientation
• Discrimination
• Immigration
• Religion
• Sexual Orientation
• Disability
• Feminism
• Nationality
• Worldwide Conflicts
• Social problems

Class Schedule

The schedule below is tentative and may be adjusted to better address student and course needs as the class progresses. Updates may be made to the schedule published in Canvas at the discretion of the instructor. Students will be notified immediately via Canvas if changes are made. The Canvas syllabus will serve as the official syllabus for the course, and students are accountable for complying with any changes in assignments, due dates, etc. posted there. Assignments will be graded and feedback provided within 3-5 business days from the assignment’s due date.

Tentative Course Schedule

• Review the syllabus

Assignment #1: Who are you?

Introduce yourself to get to know you! Write at least a paragraph about yourself. Times New Roman, 12 font size. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). No extension of any assignment.

Submit to Canvas on Friday, September 4 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge, Competence, and Communication.

Learning Target: The student will acknowledge the role of diversity in our nation.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing.

Assignment #2: Minorities

Read any source about the topic. Key terms and notes on the topic are available through the Canvas assignment. Watch “Faces of America.” The DVD is also available on Media Library Reserve. Write an essay of your understanding of the topic.

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be properly cited in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit to Canvas on Sunday, September 6 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge and Competence / Critical thinking

Learning Target: The student will evaluate the role of cultural pluralism and diversity of our nation.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #3: Prejudice and Discrimination: Strategies to fight hate

Read any source about the topics. Key terms and notes on the topic are available through the Canvas assignment. Watch Rudy Maxa’s World: South Africa (DVD). Write an essay of your understanding of the topics.

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be properly cited in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit to Canvas on Friday, September 11 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Critical Thinking

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of individual differences and will identify sources of bias, prejudice, and discrimination, and explain how these negative attitudes are developed in children and adults.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #4: Immigration

Read any source about the topic. Key terms and notes on the topic are available through the Canvas assignment. In the Assignment #4 module, watch the documentary on “Ellis Island.” Write an essay of your understanding of the topics.

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be properly cited in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit the assignment to Canvas on Sunday, September 13 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Critical Thinking

Learning Target: The student will identify patterns of immigration and immigration policy and their impact on our nation. Also, students will analyze the impact of the nation’s growing racial diversity.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #5: The Hindu culture, Sikhism, Buddhism, and Jainism

Read any source about the topics. Key terms and notes on the topics are available through the Canvas assignment. Watch “Rudy Maxa’s World: India: Delhi & Agra – Rajasthan” (DVD) – The DVD is also available on Library Media Reserve. Watch the documentaries “Buddhism,” “Living Jainism,” and “Revealed: The Golden Temple.” Write an essay of your understanding of the four topics.

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract. At least three references and citations. Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be properly cited in accordance with APA standards. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). No extension of any assignment.

Submit the assignment to Canvas by Friday, September 18 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge and Competence

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of cultural differences and similarities.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #6: Minorities of China - Extra Credit Assignment

Extra credit assignment. Read about the topic from any source. Watch “Religions of the World: Confucianism & Taoism (video). Post a PowerPoint presentation on the topic. At least ten slides. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Extra 10 Points. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be properly cited in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit the PowerPoint assignment to Canvas by Sunday, September 20 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge and Competence

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of cultural differences and similarities.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and a PowerPoint.

Assignment #7: Sexual Orientation (Homosexuality, Gender, and Gender Identity)

Read about the topic from any source. Post a PowerPoint presentation on the topic. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. At least ten slides. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted on Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be properly cited in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit the PowerPoint assignment to Canvas by Sunday, September 20 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Critical Thinking

Learning Target: The student will describe the diversity of sexual orientation and the stages through which people move to clarify their sexual identity. Also, the student will identify the discrimination historically faced by lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people and the struggles they have made for equality in the United States.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and a PowerPoint.

Assignment #8: The Gypsy Culture - Extra Credit Assignment

Read about the topic from any source. Extra credit assignment. Key terms and notes on the topics are available through the Canvas assignment. Watch the documentary “Gypsy Caravan” (DVD). Write an essay of your understanding of the topic.

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. Extra 10 Points. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be cited properly in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit the assignment to Canvas by Friday, September 25 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge and Competence

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of cultural differences and similarities.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #9: Australia/ New Zealand Aboriginal Cultures - Extra Credit Assignment

Extra credit assignment. Read about the topic from any source. Notes on the topic are available through the Canvas assignment. Watch “Religions of Small Societies” (video). Watch “Religions of the World: Native American Spirituality” (video). Watch “New Zealand’s North Island.” Write an essay of your understanding of these topics.

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. Extra 10 Points. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your reference, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be cited properly in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit the assignment to Canvas by Sunday, September 27 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge and Competence

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of cultural differences and similarities.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #10: Arab and Muslim Americans

Read about the topic from any source. Key terms and notes on the topics are available through the Canvas assignment. Watch “Rick Steves’ The Holy Land” – YouTube. Watch “The Life of Mohammad” (DVD). Write an essay of your understanding of the two topics.

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be cited properly in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit a reflective paper to Canvas by Sunday, September 27 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge and Competence

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of cultural differences and similarities and will develop an understanding of stereotypes and taboos.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #11: Asian Americans and Minorities of Asia - Extra Credit Assignment

Extra credit assignment. Read about the topics from any source. Key terms and notes on the topics are available through the Canvas assignment. Watch the following:

• Rudy Maxa’s World: Japan (DVD)
• Shinto Shrine in Japan Japanology - YouTube
• Rudy Maxa’s World: South Korea
• Bhutan Land of the Thunder Dragon
• The Colors of Malaysia

Write an essay of your understanding of the topics (Asian Americans or about any minority from Asia).

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. Extra 10 Points. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be cited properly in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit the assignment to Canvas by Friday, October 2 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge and Competence

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of cultural differences and similarities.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #12: Disability

Read about the topics from any source, especially the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Write an essay of your understanding of the topic.

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be cited properly in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit the assignment to Canvas by Sunday, October 4 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Critical Thinking

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Learning Target: Stereotypes, prejudice, and discrimination.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #13: Feminism

Read about the topics from any source, especially the Women’s Rights Movement in America. Write an essay of your understanding of the topic.

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your reference, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be cited properly in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit the assignment to Canvas by Friday, October 9 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Critical Thinking

Learning Target: The student will understand how the women’s movement generated greater gender equity in society and will distinguish the negative effects of sexism and gender discrimination

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #14: Jewish Americans

Read about the topics from any source. Key terms and notes on the topics are available through the Canvas assignment. Watch “Religions of the World: Judaism” (video). Write an essay of your understanding of the topic.

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be cited properly in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted).

Submit the assignment to Canvas by Sunday, October 11 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge and Competence

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of cultural differences and similarities.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #15: Hispanic Americans - Extra Credit Assignment

Extra credit assignment. Read about the topics from any source. Watch Rudy Maxa’s “Guadalajara and Puerto Vallarta.” Watch Rudy Maxa’s “Rudy Maxa’s World: Argentina” (DVD). Library Media Reserve. Watch “Mexico: The Many Faces of Los Cabos, Mexico.” Watch “Nicaragua: Culturally Rich and Naturally Beautiful.” Write an essay of your understanding of the topic.

Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. Extra 10 Points. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be cited properly in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit the assignment to Canvas by Friday, October 9 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge and Competence

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of diversity.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #16: Extra Credit Assignment

Write an essay of your understanding on one of the following topics:

• Russia: The Ethnic Minorities
• The Wiccans
• Iran
• Zoroastrianism
• Baha’i Faith
• Marriages in different cultures
• The Palestinians
• The African Americans

Rubrics:

Extra credit assignment. Watch Rick Steves’ Palestine. Watch Rick Steves’ Iran. Length: At least two body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least three references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. Extra 10 Points. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be cited properly in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit the assignment to Canvas by Sunday, October 11 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge and Competence/Critical thinking

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of cultural differences and similarities and will develop an understanding of stereotypes and taboos.

Assessed by: Discussion posts and writing an essay.

Assignment #17: Community Outreach Report

Community Outreach Report: Students must navigate the internet or visit centers of diversity within their community to find at least six cultural community centers (either on SUU Campus or in the student’s community or online). These include (but are not limited to) the following: Hispanic Centers, Women and Families, Global Engagement, Multicultural, Disability, Veterans Centers, Community Engagement Centers, and any other centers in the community. Activities, events, and clubs are not counted as centers. Students should submit, through Canvas, a three-page written report (not handwritten) about the six different centers’ goals, what they do, and how they embrace their diversity. To be clear, you are writing a total of 3 pages on the six different centers you have found. You may do this by participating in service activities, interviewing people in the center, and understanding the influence of these centers in relation to SUU and the community. The Community Outreach Report is due on Canvas on Friday, October 16 at 11:59 PM

A single written report about all six centers.

Length: At least three body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. Add References on a separate page, including the URL. Include in-text citations within the report. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be cited properly in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

ELO: Communication

Learning Target: The student will work collaboratively with people of different backgrounds to establish mutual expectations and ongoing communication to develop diversity consciousness.

Assessed by: Discussion posts, voluntary service, and writing a report.

Assignment #18: Final Diversity Research Paper

Write a paper on how you can develop diversity consciousness towards individuals who are different than you.

Rubrics:

Length: At least five body pages long, with an introduction, body, and conclusion. APA Style. Add a separate title page and an abstract page. At least four references and citations. Diversify the references. Britannica and Wikipedia are not accepted as references. Times New Roman, 12 font size, double spaced. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (Hard copies or copies sent via email will not be accepted). Include URL hyperlinks for your references. All media for your references, such as documentaries, YouTube videos, and websites, must be cited properly in accordance with APA standards. No extension of any assignment.

Submit the assignment to Canvas by Sunday, October 18 at 11:59 PM

ELO: Intercultural Knowledge, Competence and Critical Thinking

Learning Target: The student will develop an understanding of cultural differences, similarities and will develop an understanding of stereotypes and taboos.

Assessed by: Writing Diversity Research Paper.

Course Meetings

Application of Assignments

Weekly assignments have been posted in the “Assignments” section of Canvas. Follow the instructions posted with each assignment and post to Canvas on or before the due date. The total of all assignments is 100 points. All assignments are open for submission until the corresponding due dates. No late or incomplete assignments are accepted. Assignments will only be accepted if submitted through Canvas (No hard copy and no e-mail). If an emergency or unexpected circumstance prevents you from completing an assignment by the due date, please contact the instructor as soon as possible to discuss your situation. Extensions may be considered on a case-by-case basis.

Instructor's policies on late assignments and/or makeup work

Due Dates:

Assignments are due on Fridays and Sundays (see Course Schedule).

Initial discussion board posts are due on Fridays. At least one substantive response to a peer is due by the following Sunday.

A due date is a deadline, not a schedule of when to do the work. This habit will a) help you receive early feedback that you can apply to later assignments and b) create some "breathing room" to help you manage assignments in your other classes at busy points in the semester.

I missed a due date - What do I do next?

If you miss a due date because of an extenuating or emergency situation, please contact me as soon as you can, but no later than 2 business days after the due date. We can discuss your particular situation. (The conversation works best if you propose an adjusted due date and explain your thinking.)

I will make appropriate exceptions for extended time or flexible due dates for students with accommodations approved through the SUU Disability Resource Center. If you are not sure whether you might qualify for accommodations but had an IEP or accommodations in high school, we encourage you to connect with the Disability Resource Center to explore options that support how you learn best.

Make-up Work

Make-up work will be accepted ONLY in cases of illness and/or personal emergency. This syllabus posts all the dates for assignments and required work. Plan your time accordingly and work ahead if necessary.

Fees charged for this course are designed to maintain high-quality programming, equipment, materials, supplies, and services for students in the College of Humanities & Social Sciences at Southern Utah University. A detailed list of expenditures is available in the Dean’s Office. For information on course-specific fees, please see/contact your instructor.

• Go to the SUU website (
• Click on “Current Students” near the top center of the screen
• Click on “Canvas” – at the top left corner of the screen.