Academic Support
· Center for Learning and Student Success Class+: The Center for Learning and Student Success (CLASS+) works with students to refine and strengthen the academic skills necessary for success at the University of Arkansas. Call 479.575.2885 or visit the office in Gregson Hall, or visit their website.
· Writing Center: CLASS+ Writing Support provides one-on-one tutoring assistance. You can work with writing tutors in person or upload your paper for online feedback. Writing tutors help you learn revision strategies for developing your academic and professional writing skills. Schedule a free online or in-person appointment. Call 479-575-6747 or email writcent@uark.edu. 315 Kimpel Hall, or visit their website.
· Research Librarians: Ask a Librarian! Text: 479-385-0803, Call: 479-575-6645, email: refer@uark.edu, or live chat! Visit their website.
Emergency Procedures
· The University of Arkansas is prepared for a wide range of emergencies. Many types of emergencies can occur on campus; instructions for specific emergencies such as severe weather, active shooter, or fire can be found at http://emergency.uark.edu/.
Violence/Active Shooter (CADD)
· CALL: 9-1-1
· AVOID: If possible, self-evacuate to a safe area outside the building. Follow directions of police officers.
· DENY: Barricade the door with desk, chairs, bookcases, or any other items available in the space. Move to a place inside the room where you are not visible. Turn off the lights and remain quiet. Remain there until told by police it’s safe.
· DEFEND: Use chairs, desks, cell phones or whatever is immediately available to distract and/or defend yourself and others from attack.
Inclement Weather (Tornado Warning)
The campus has an inclement weather policy (link below), though faculty are encouraged to augment the policy to meet any unique needs of courses or students. In general, students need to know how and when they will be notified if class is cancelled for weather-related reasons. http://safety.uark.edu/inclement-weather/
Tornado Warning
· Follow the directions of the instructor or emergency personnel.
· Seek shelter in the basement or interior room or hallway on the lowest floor, putting as many walls as possible between you and the outside.
· Stay in the center of the room, away from exterior walls, windows, and doors.
· For more on emergency information, visit emergency.uark.edu
RazALERT
The University of Arkansas has a campus-wide alert system for any hazardous conditions that may arise on campus. To learn more and to sign up, visit the RazALERT website.
Access and Accommodations
Your experience in this class is important to me. University of Arkansas Academic Policy Series 1520.10 requires that students with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to ensure their equal access to course content. If you have already established accommodations with the Center for Educational Access (CEA), please request your accommodations letter early in the semester and contact me privately, so that we have adequate time to arrange your approved academic accommodations.
If you have not yet established services through CEA, but have a documented disability and require accommodations (conditions include but not limited to: mental health, attention-related, learning, vision, hearing, physical, health or temporary impacts), contact CEA directly to set up an Access Plan. CEA facilitates the interactive process that establishes reasonable accommodations. For more information on CEA registration procedures contact 479–575–3104, ada@uark.edu or visit cea.uark.edu.
CAPS and U of A Cares
As a student, you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning such as relationship issues, anxiety, depression, alcohol/drug issues, difficulty concentrating, and lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce one’s ability to participate in daily activities, and the University of Arkansas has resources to help! If you or a friend are in need of assistance, please reach out to the following resources:
· U of A CARES – resources, referrals, and advocacy for students in need, https://uofacares.uark.edu/
· UARK Wellness/Wellness Coaching – supporting academic and personal success, https://urec.uark.edu/wellness/wellness-coaching.php
· Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) – (479) 575-5276, services available 24/7 (after hours by phone), https://health.uark.edu/mental-health/index.php
· Substance Education, Assessment, and Recovery (SEAR) sear@uark.edu, https://health.uark.edu/sear/