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Students should use the following guidelines to understand more fully what constitutes academic dishonesty and how ACU will respond to various types of inappropriate academic behavior.  While academic dishonesty may take different forms in different fields of study, the situations described below are representative.

Minor Errors Committed Through Ignorance or Carelessness

The Student’s Action

Some instances of inappropriate academic behavior result either from (1) a student’s incomplete grasp of ethical procedures or (2) a student’s failure to follow proper ethical procedures.  Such actions may be represented by the following:

• A student quoted a source directly and acknowledged the source both in the text and on the Works Cited page, but failed to place quotation marks around several direct quotations;
• A student borrowed from sources listed on the Works Cited page, but failed to supply parenthetical or other documentation for several sentences;In most cases a student handled parenthetical or other documentation correctly and listed most sources on the Works Cited page, but failed to document and cite a source from which a few ideas/sentences were taken;
• A student engaging in legitimate collaborative learning with another student or a tutor nevertheless relied too heavily and too often upon the exact phrasing employed by the other person.

Responses by the Teacher

In such cases the teacher may judge that the academic misbehavior is the result either of ignorance or carelessness, and may thus treat the error like any other mistake.  The teacher is therefore obliged to lower the grade on the assignment in proportion to the incidence of the error.  The student should be aware that his/her ignorance or carelessness regarding proper ethical procedure in writing may be so pervasive as to warrant an F or lower on the assignment.   As with any other mistake, the fact that it was committed out of ignorance or carelessness does not remove the penalty.

Major Misattribution or Misrepresentation

The Student’s Action

In some cases clear and compelling evidence exists that a student has extensively plagiarized or committed extended acts of academic dishonesty.  Such deceptions are so self-evident that they cannot be attributed simply to carelessness, ignorance, or misunderstanding.  The following scenarios are examples of such academic misconduct:

• In his/her paper a student borrowed extended sections (whole sentences and phrases) or an entire essay from a published or unpublished source without acknowledging any source in the text, in a note, or on the Works Cited page;
• A student borrowed, purchased, stole, or otherwise obtained a paper from another individual or company and presented it as his/her own;
• A student stole a copy of a test or assignment, with the purpose either of securing unfair advantage or of sharing the test/assignment with others so they might secure unfair advantage;
• A student gave or sold a paper to another student in full knowledge that the second student intended to submit the paper as his/her own work;
• A student, without the teacher’s permission, used information from notes, textbooks, or fellow students during an examination or an in-class assignment.

Responses by the Teacher and Appropriate Administrators

In such cases, after conferring with two other teachers to determine that the evidence is clear and compelling, the teacher will give the student a zero on the assignment.  A zero on a major assignment may be sufficient to cause the student to fail the course.

This incident will be reported to appropriate university officials.  If there are other incidents of dishonesty, including incidents other than academic dishonesty, the student may face additional penalties.

Check for holds—Do this BEFORE the day you register

1. Log in to myACU.Click on Banner—top left of screen.
2. Click on Student & Financial Aid.
3. Click on Registration.
4. Click on Registration Status.

• Make sure there are no holds on your account, if you have one it will prevent you from being able to register on Wednesday.
• If there is a hold, call or stop by the Depot at 674-2300.

Look up available classes—Do this BEFORE the day you register

1. Log in to myACU.Click on Banner—top left of screen.
2. Click on Student & Financial Aid.
3. Click on Registration.
4. Click on Look-up Classes—choose Spring 2011 and hit submit.
5. Scroll through the departments and choose the one you need (ex. Math, English) and hit class search. (Note that Bible classes are found at BIMM-Bible Test (BIBL), etc.)
6. Look for the class you need and write down the CRN number; this will be the number following the class name, such as: Fundamentals of Communication—14607—Coms 111-01.
7. Write down the CRN (14607) for each class.  You will need this when you register.
8. Make sure to map out your class days and times so that they do not overlap.  The class days and times will be listed below each class section.
9. Write down several CRN numbers for each class (if you can), so that you will have multiple options in case one of the classes you want to register for is full.
10. To determine how many seats are available in the class, click on the title of the class, which is linked and highlighted in blue.

Registering for Classes

1. Log in to myACU.Click on Banner—top left of screen.
2. Click on Student & Financial Aid.
3. Click on Registration.
4. Click on Select Term—choose appropriate term (Spring 2011)—hit submit.
5. Click on Add or Drop Classes—if you receive an error message stating you cannot register at this time, make sure it is your day and time to register (see Advising Agreement form we completed).
6. Enter your advising release code.
7. Put in the five-digit CRN’s for the classes you plan to take, click submit.

• If the classes show up under where you have registered, you are done.
• If you have an error message, that section may already be full or you should check the Common Registration Errors.  If you still have trouble, contact your advisor or try a different section or class.

Common Registration Errors

• Degree and/or Major Restrictions – Banner Web may tell you that a course is open only for students of a specific major or program. If you receive this message, either choose another class or contact your advisor.
• Prerequisite Restrictions – Banner Web may say that you lack the necessary prerequisites to enroll in a particular course. You may either choose another class or see your advisor if you believe you have received this message in error. Common prerequisite restrictions follow in the list below:
  • A specific course – the course in question requires another course to be taken first.
  • A test score – the course in question requires an admissions test score or sub-score (such as ACT or SAT) of a certain level.
  • Number of hours – the course in question requires that the student have a certain number of earned hours before the course is taken
• Co-requisite Restrictions – Banner Web may inform you that the course for which you are trying to enroll must be taken at the same time as another course. You may either sign up for the co-requisite course or drop the course with the co-requisite requirement. You must enter a CRN for both courses before clicking the “Submit” button.

Interested in finding out more about Grad School?

Please join us next Tuesday, October 12th, immediately following Departmental Chapel in CBS Faculty Commons, room 249

We’ll eat pizza and talk grad school.

Hope to see you there!

INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO PRINT A DEGREE EVALUATION

1. Log on to MyACU.
2. Click on the Banner tab at the top left corner of the screen.
3. Select the Student & Financial Aid option.
4. Click on Student Records.
5. Click on Degree Evaluation.
6. At the very bottom, center of the screen, there should be four different options. Select the Generate New Evaluation option.
7. Select your major, and Fall 2010 as the Term, in the drop down box.
8. Click on Generate Request. (Don’t be concerned if it takes a while to load)
9. On the next screen select Detailed Requirements and then click Submit.
10. Print

BIBL 211 – Message of the Old Testament (3-0-3). An overview of the Old Testament providing an outline of special themes and the overall purpose of the books. The basic message of the Old Testament as a whole, including content and theological themes, will be examined. May be used to satisfy Bible University Core requirements. Syllabus

Session I:  May 10 – 27

Session II: June 1 – 17

Session III: June 21 – July 8

Session IV: July 12 – 29

BIBL 212 – Christianity in Culture (3-0-3). Examines some of the fundamental elements of Biblical theology and explores the basic principles of the Christian faith. Intended to promote the practice of theological reflections and investigate the relationship of basic Christian values with some of the realities of contemporary culture. May be used to satisfy Bible University Core requirements. Syllabus

Session I:  May 10 – 27

Session II: June 1 – 17

COMS 111 – Fundamentals of Communication (3-0-3).  An introductory communication course which overviews human communication principles and skills. Specifically, the course focuses on how to build skills in the preparation and delivery of informative and persuasive presentations, listening, and interpersonal relationships. Satisfies the Speech University Core requirements. *Note: Students must have access to a video camera for video taping speeches, and 5 adults as an audience for each speech. Syllabus

Combined Sessions I & II:  May 10 – June 17

Combined Sessions II & III:  June 1 – July 8

Combined Sessions III & IV:  June 21 – July 29

ECON 260 – Principles of Macroeconomics (3-0-3). Supply and demand, the framework of the free enterprise system, national income accounting, unemployment and inflation, fiscal policy and public debt, monetary system and monetary policy, international trade, economic growth, and selected concepts of business ethics. Prerequisites: 24 graded hours. Syllabus

Session IV: July 12 – 29

ECON 261 – Principles of Microeconomics (3-0-3).  Economics of the firm and industry; supply and demand; revenue and costs; profits; consumer behavior; markets; the price system; the role of government; inequality; comparative economic systems, as well as selected concepts of business ethics.  NEW!

Session III:  June 21 – July 8

EDUC 221 – Educational Psychology (3-0-3). An introduction to theories of development, learning, motivation, memory and intelligence.  Syllabus

Session II: June 1 – 17

Session III: June 21 – July 8

ENGL 221 – Major British Writers I (3-0-3). A survey of major authors, periods, and themes of British literature from Beowulf to Gulliver. Through readings of key texts and online discussions, students will consider how England’s literature, history, and values have shaped the world we live in today. Prerequisite: completion of freshman English requirements as required by degree plan. May be used to satisfy Core English requirements. Syllabus

Combined Sessions I & II:  May 10 – June 17

Combined Sessions II & III:  June 1 – July 8

Combined Sessions III & IV:  June 21 – July 29

ENGL 326 – Business and Professional Writing (3-0-3). Introduction to the theory and accepted practices of composition in occupational fields, including correspondence and report writing based on content in upper-division courses in the student’s major field. Some oral work required. Prerequisites: completion of sophomore literature requirements and junior standing. *Note: Students must have access to Microsoft Word. The University only offers this course through the duration of both Summer I and Summer II sessions (approximately 2 months in length). Syllabus

Combined Sessions II – IV: June 1 – July 29

MUSM 232 – Survey of Popular Music (3-0-3).  Surveys the musical, historical and social aspects of popular music in America from the late nineteenth century to the present. Emphasis on representative genres (including Tin Pan Alley, Blues, Country and Western, Big Band, Rock and Roll, Rhythm and Blues, Punk, Heavy Metal, and Hip Hop), characteristics, styles and performers.  Syllabus

Session I:  May 10 – 27

Session II: June 1 – 17

NUTR 120 – Nutrition and Wellness (3-0-3).  This course addresses current trends in nutrition (information and misinformation), basic nutrient information, the impact of nutrients, diet, and weight control on health, food safety issues, and world nutrition.  It empowers the student to ask questions and seek answers appropriately. Syllabus NEW!

Session I:  May 10 – 27

Are You A Student in Financial Need?

ACU’s administration and Board of Trustees are committed to providing a high quality education at an affordable price. Even with the price increase to $717 per credit hour ($21,510 for 30 hours), ACU is priced well below the median tuition rate for a private college or university ($26,273 in 2009).

Even so, ACU realizes there may be returning students who will struggle with the rising cost of attendance and in response has created the Application for Additional Financial Assistance to award an additional $500,000 to those in need for the Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 semesters.

Eligibility Requirements –

Returning undergraduate students (excluding BAS) seeking additional financial assistance must:

1) Complete the Application for Additional Financial Assistance at www.acu.edu/additionalassistance.

2) File the 2010-11 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

3) Submit all required documentation (e.g., Institutional Verification Form, Disclosure Statement and Residency Affidavit [DSRA], etc.).                                                                                                                                                                                                       Forms are available at www.acu.edu/sfs/forms.

4) Participate in the Federal Direct Stafford Loan Program at the annual loan limit for their grade level ($3,500 up to 29 hours; $4,500 up to 59 hours; $5,500 greater than 60 hours).

The 2010-11 Application for Additional Financial Aid Assistance is due by April 30, 2010. Students requesting additional aid will be notified by email to their ACU student account by   5 p.m. on Friday, May 7, 2010. Any questions regarding the application or the process of awarding additional financial assistance should be directed to The Depot at (888) 588-6083.

Welcome to Graduation Central!

We have all the information you need to know to graduate and participate in Commencement. Click on the links below to discover the processes and forms that must be completed before you can become an ACU graduate.

Commencement Ceremony
Steps to Graduation
Graduation Requirements
Applications and Deadline
Intent to Graduate Form
Alumni Records Information Form
Commencement Information Form

Only complete this form if you have been notified by the Registrar’s Office that you have been cleared to participate in Commencement in May 2010. If you have not been cleared, please contact your advisor.