Student Resources

Syllabus Information

Students are responsible for understanding and adhering to the material presented in this syllabus.

Notice of Changes to Syllabus

Students will be notified by the instructor of any changes in course requirements or policies.

College Policies 

Students are responsible for understanding and adhering to the policies in the syllabus⁠⁠

Student Catalog and Handbook ⁠⁠

Special Accommodation Services

It is the policy and practice of the MCCCD to create inclusive and accessible learning environments consistent with federal and state law. For more information, visit:

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Mandatory DRS and Title IX Statements⁠

Students with disabilities who believe they may need accommodations in this class are encouraged to contact the Disability Resources & Services (DRS) office, Hannelly Center (HC) Building, 602-285-7477.

⁠⁠Disability Resources & Services⁠⁠

Title IX Syllabus Statement:

Addressing Incidents of Sexual Harassment/Assault, Dating/Domestic Violence, and Stalking

MCCCD has a⁠ Sexual Harassment and Discrimination policy⁠ and ⁠information⁠ about student protections under Title IX. If you have experienced or witnessed an act of sexual harassment, discrimination, or violence, you are encouraged to report the incident to your college's

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Title IX/504 Coordinator⁠. 

To learn more, visit:

⁠⁠⁠Mandatory DRS and Title IX Statement

Academic Misconduct

⁠Administrative Regulation 2.3.11⁠

Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to, cheating and plagiarism. See the Phoenix College Student Handbook for additional details. It is expected that every student will produce his/her original, independent work. Any student cheating on or plagiarizing any assignment will receive an “F” on that assignment and may be reported for disciplinary action. Any assignment assigned a failing grade as a result of academic integrity violation MAY NOT be made up at any time. A second offense will result in failure of the course. All incidents may be reported to the appropriate administrator. For your protection, please avoid even the appearance of academic dishonesty. Other penalties for academic dishonesty might include:

• Lowering of assignment or course grade

• Failure or no credit for plagiarized assignment with no possibility for make up

• Course failure (i.e. an F in the course and written notification or an in-person meeting with the Dean of Arts and Sciences)

• Written notice to student that s/he has violated the academic code

• Additional academic assignments as determined by the instructor

• Academic probation

• College suspension

• Permanent college expulsion from any MCCCD college

Student Conduct

⁠⁠⁠⁠Administrative Regulation 2.5.2⁠⁠⁠⁠

Etiquette

Etiquette refers to the generally accepted rules of behavior for communicating in both the face-to-face and the online environment (known as netiquette).

1. Be professional and careful with what you say or post in class. Express your thoughts clearly and concisely.

2. Be careful when using sarcasm and humor. Communications, especially online, are very impersonal and others may take your words as criticism.

3. Be courteous and respectful of other people. If you use abusive or offensive language, you may potentially removed from your course according to AR 2.5.2 of the Student Handbook.

4. Use common sense - is this message something that you want to be said or sent to you?

Safe Classroom Environment Statement

Disagreement within the classroom does not equal disrespect, you are encouraged to have different points of view, different opinions and values, however, it is required that students monitor their language within discussions. Racist, sexist, or homophobic language will not be tolerated. Consult the student handbook for college policies regarding these types of behavior

Financial Aid - Responsible Borrowing

Financial aid is designed to help remove the cost barriers that may prevent you from pursuing your education. Whether or not you receive financial aid will depend on your financial need and other requirements. We encourage all students (full-time and part-time) to apply for financial aid every academic year. If you are awarded aid in the form of a student loan, PC urges wise money management in order to help you reduce future repayment amount, reduce interest that will accrue on your loans, and make funding available for your entire educational career.

Making any changes to your course enrollment may impact your ability to continue to receive aid and your ability to meet future loan repayment obligations. Therefore, it is important that you talk to a PC Financial Aid staff member about these issues.

⁠⁠Visit Financial Aid⁠⁠

CARE Early Alert Program Statement

The CARE (Early Alert) program provides an opportunity to increase student success through coordination and communication among instructors, students who are having difficulty in class, and college support services.

Since the CARE program provides essential notices by email, please check your email account frequently.

If you receive a notice from the CARE program, please follow the instructions in the notice as quickly as possible.

⁠CARE Early Alert⁠

Student and Academic Services

Phoenix College wants you to be successful in meeting your educational goals. The campus provides a variety of services from reduced cost bus passes to counseling services, food assistance, tutoring and more.

⁠⁠⁠Resource Guide⁠⁠⁠

Food Pantry

As a Phoenix College family, we ensure students who face hunger are successful in class and life. Faculty, staff, and students actively work to defeat hunger at PC. 64 percent of Phoenix College students cannot afford to eat balanced meals and nearly 50 percent skip meals because they do not have enough money for food. There is a sack lunch program where you can grab a cup of noodles if you are in need and there is a food pantry available for food to take home and cook if you are unsure where your next meal will come from. It is located in the Student Union where you can get information from the front desk. We also offer Free Produce Days at least once a month on the north side of the Student Union available to everyone.

Scholarship Opportunities

PC students have access to hundreds of scholarships that are available to assist both academically deserving students and those who demonstrate financial need. Visit phoenixcollege.edu/scholarships to learn more.

⁠⁠Scholarship Information⁠⁠