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Wayne College: Student Support information. The Zip Card! Student Policies and Procedures. Sexual HarassmentThe University of Akron Wayne College has a policy prohibiting sexual harassment of any type on our campus or when students are working off campus on college-sponsored internships.

Student Policies and Procedures

This includes harassment between employer/employee, teacher/student, and student/student. Quid pro quo sexual harassment or the creation of a hostile environment based on gender are not acceptable behaviors in classes or anywhere on campus. Anyone experiencing sexual harassment should report it as outlined in the Sexual Harassment Policy Brochure which can be found at Student Privacy RightsUnder FERPA, as a student attending a post-secondary institution, you are given a right to privacy.

This protection prohibits the release of information concerning grades, assignments, your progress in this class, etc., to anyone other than you. Student Code of Conduct. Am I going to be kicked out of school if I violate the Code of Student Conduct?

Student Code of Conduct

We are interested in your success and well-being, but we must also balance that with the security and well-being of our campus community as a whole. In an attempt to uphold our educational philosophy, we tend to reserve sanctions like suspension (temporary removal from campus) and dismissal (permanent removal) for serious violations of the Code of Student Conduct. What does Student Conduct consider to be serious violations of the Code of Student Conduct? While not exclusive to the following, suspension and dismissals are a common outcome for the following violations: Student Services - Main Page. The University of Akron Wayne College offers its students a variety of services: Internet access, library services, free tutoring in the Smucker Learning Center, learning disabilities services, academic advising, career counseling and job placement, personal counseling and financial aid assistance.

Student Services - Main Page

Wayne College students also enjoy a choice of extracurricular activities. They may participate in campus clubs, organizations, social events and cultural activities, intramurals, intercollegiate athletics, the campus newspaper (The Wayne Mirror), or Waynessence, the literary magazine. Facilities include a gym, racquetball court, conditioning room, soccer and softball fields, and walking trails.

The Student Services Office is the first office you will see when you visit the Wayne College campus. Our friendly staff can answer your questions about all the different services Wayne College offers. Student Clubs and Organizations. The Marketplace Cafe. Learning Center. Technology: information. Springboard. Implemented in 2007 and powered by Desire2Learn (D2L), Springboard is the University of Akron's centrally supported learning management system.

Springboard

Springboard can be used to develop web-based courses for distance education, or for creating resource-rich course sites to supplement on-campus courses. Springboard Student Resources. Springboard Instructor Resources. Templates. Course templates are files made available by Design & Development Services (DDS) to help faculty develop and post online course materials.

Templates

DDS offers two types of online course templates: Both types of templates are optimized for use in Springboard and provide faculty with sample pages and placeholder text for easy course development. Why Would You Use Them? Speed-up course development through use of sample pages and placeholder text.Help meet QM standards through the use of sample pages and placeholder text.Ensure visual consistency across pages.Custom layouts with the advanced templates support a variety of media and provide visual interest.Icons in the advanced templates improve student wayfinding.Differentiate courses by applying custom colors and logos with the advanced templates. How Do You Get Started? In order to get started using the templates, download one of the template files linked below: Panopto. Panopto Focus is a simple solution for capturing your lectures and offering them for later viewing.

Panopto

Focus has the ability to capture audio, PowerPoint lectures with narration and screen captures with narration. Focus offers integrated note taking, enabling the viewer to take notes at any point in the presentation and revisit them. To view the results of the pilot test click here. Getting Started Instructor Guides. Qualtrics (Survey Tool) Welcome to Qualtrics, the new online survey tool at The University of Akron.

Qualtrics (Survey Tool)

Getting Started The Five-Step Program will teach you all you need to know to get started. It includes recorded trainings and survey building activities. At Qualtrics University, you will find a Free eBooks link and can download The Complete Research Suite, a step-by-step guide to using Qualtrics. Support Qualtrics is a hosted service and provides support to University of Akron faculty and staff.

If you have questions about how The University of Akron uses Qualtrics, contact qualtricshelp@uakron.edu. Wayne College : Technical Support Services. My Akron Calendars Maps Jobs Home Wayne People News Technical Support Services Find technical assistance at Wayne College by visiting the Help Desk located in room A-120.

Wayne College : Technical Support Services

You may also call the Wayne College Help Desk at 330-684-8953 or extension 8953 on campus, e-mail wctss@uakron.edu, or report problems using the smiley face icon on the desktop of campus computers. UA: information. UA Human Resources. Wayne College: information. Building Hours. Final Exam Schedule. Syllabi archive. Tuition & Fees. Teaching Learning Collaborative. Teaching Learning Collaborative The mission of the Teaching Learning Collaborative is “Enhancing the teaching and learning environment for student success.

Teaching Learning Collaborative

The Teaching Learning Collaborative is a college-wide initiative dedicated to developing innovative resources and opportunities that engage students, faculty, and staff in an improved learning experience. Teaching:Uncover new ways to reach students by considering differences and reflecting upon how teaching practices might be modified to enhance learning. Learning:Strong study skills are essential to succeed in school and in life. TLC is here to help you as you put effort into learning, understanding, and applying the material. Technology:Technology is a driving force in today’s world.

Well-Being: Only you can determine when your academic life ends and your personal life begins. Ask the Experts:Get answers to your important questions with the help of The University of Akron experts. TLC Committee Members.