CRIMINAL JUSTICE PROGRAM

STUDENT STANDARDS AND EXPECTATIONS

Students interested in pursuing a career in Criminal Justice should realize that high standards of behavior, conduct and performance are expected on every level and at all times.  These standards are specifically related to timeliness, absences, academic honesty, and appropriate behavior in class.  Therefore, Criminal Justice majors need to be fully aware of and understand the following:

1.         Attendance will be taken at the beginning of each class period.  If the       student is not in their seat to hear their name called, then they are absent.   Although it is acknowledged that emergencies do arise, students have ample number of absences to use during the semester.

2.         Students enrolled in Criminal Justice classes meeting three times a week are allowed six absences.  For classes meeting two times a week, students are allowed four absences.  This number of excused absences should cover any sickness, work, or family problems that might occur during the semester.  If a student exceeds the number of allowable absences, he/she must withdraw from the course or be withdrawn by the instructor.

3.         As a requirement for many Criminal Justice courses, students must write papers and/or complete projects in addition to the required tests.  Academic dishonesty including cheating and plagiarism will not be tolerated. Any student found cheating in any way will be referred to the Director of Campus Life for disciplinary action.

4.                Every course requirement has an assigned due date and is required to be

            turned in on that date during the class period.  Assignments not turned in      

            on the date specified will receive a grade of zero (0) for that course

            requirement.  Assignments may be turned in early.

                        5.         Frequently team/group projects are required.  Each student is expected to be responsible and complete his or her portion for the benefit of the team.  Individual team members that do not cooperate with the group or work to the best of their ability will be graded accordingly.

                        6.         Appropriate behavior is expected from all students in the classroom setting as well as on any field trips.  This is essential in promoting a positive learning environment.  Disruptive behavior will result in the student's dismissal from the classroom or removal from the trip.

                        7.         No incompletes "I" will be given in Criminal Justice courses for any reason.

                        8.         If any student cannot adhere to these standards and rules or finds them unacceptable, it is the responsibility of the student to drop any Criminal Justice course in which he/she is enrolled.  Students are then responsible for changing their major accordingly.