Senior-To-Sophomore – Core Handbook

SENIOR-TO-SOPHOMORE – CORE (College Opportunities For Reaching Excellence)

HANDBOOK

COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY - PUEBLO DIVISION OF CONTINUING EDUCATION 2004-2005

http://www.coned.colostate-pueblo.edu/sen2soph

Welcome to the Senior-to-Sophomore-CORE (College Opportunities For Reaching Excellence) program. Colorado State University-Pueblo is very proud to sponsor a program that has allowed thousands of students the opportunity to begin their college studies while still in high school.

The success of this program is rooted in the support of the academic departments and their involvement with the high school faculty teaching the courses. Although these courses are taught in the high schools, the course content, quality and rigor are equal to those same courses taught on the CSU-Pueblo home campus.

This Handbook will provide you with information on the STS-CORE approval and administrative process. We have included the names and contact numbers for CSU- Pueblo and high school staff, faculty and administrators involved with the uniquely CSU- Pueblo Senior-to-Sophomore-CORE program.

If you are already participating in the STS-CORE program, we thank you for your support. If you, your institution, or your department, are not currently participating, we hope you will consider doing so. Please feel free to contact us for further information or to schedule a visit to your location by one of the Continuing Education staff.

Colorado State University - Pueblo Division of Continuing Education

INTRODUCTION

Colorado State University-Pueblo is committed to building the bridges that will provide a seamless K through 16 educational system. As part of this effort, the Senior-to- Sophomore-CORE program provides opportunities for junior and senior high school students to take college level course work delivered at the high school site. The goals of the program are:

• to increase student knowledge and skills;

• to positively influence their college preparatory curriculum;

• to motivate students to attend college;

• to increase their likelihood of graduating from a college in a timely manner.

The Division of Continuing Education is proud to be a part of Colorado State University – Pueblo. Our mission is to provide quality lifelong learning opportunities to all who wish to grow and learn.

As an instructor and a representative of the Division of Continuing Education, Colorado State University - Pueblo, and your high school, you are an important part of this service.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Welcome………………………………………………………………………………….…..2

Introduction……………………………………………………………………………….…..3

Division of Continuing Education Staff……………………………………………………...5

Online Writing Lab Staff……………………………………………………………………..5

High School Liaison Responsibilities...... ………...... ….…….7

CSU-Pueblo Faculty Liaison Responsibilities…...... …...... ………….……...... 7

Instructor Approval Process...... ……………8

Student Enrollment/Registration Process………………….…………………………………10

Tuition Policy…………...... …...... ……11

Drop/Withdrawal/Refund Policies…...... …...... ……11

Class Lists & Final Grade Reports…….……………...... …...... …..11

Student Access to Final Grade/Transcript Information……………………………………….12

Academic Department Requirements………………………………………………………...13-30

High Schools/ Liaisons/ Principals……………………………….…………………………..30-34

CSU-Pueblo Instructor Liaison Listing……………………………….………………...…….35

High School Instructors (By Department)…………………………………………………….36-38

Appendix………………………………………………………………………………..…… CSU-Pueblo Forms…………………………………………………………………..41-42 CCHE Placement Guidelines (ENGLISH/MATH)………………………………….43 Sample Course Syllabi………………………………………………………….……44-47 Online Writing Lab (OWL)………………………………………………………….48

DIVISION OF CONTINUING EDUCATION SENIOR-TO-SOPHOMORE-CORE PROGRAM

2200 Bonforte Boulevard Pueblo, Colorado 81001-4901 719-549-2316 or Toll-free: 1-800-388-6154

Visit our Web Site at: http://www.coned.colostate-pueblo.edu/sen2soph

Donald E. English, Director Division of Continuing Education 719-549-2316 E-mail: [email protected]

Lupe N. Quintana, Assistant to Director Senior-to-Sophomore-CORE Program Coordinator Teacher Re-certification Credit Coordinator 719-549-2162 E-mail: [email protected]

Nancy Bustillos, STS-CORE Program Assistant 719-549-2162

ONLINE WRITING LAB (OWL) Web Site: http://www.colostate-pueblo.edu/owl

The Online Writing Lab (OWL) offers free assistance with essays, research papers, creative writing, or any other type of writing. STS students and faculty are encouraged to utilize the OWL.

Questions or Comments? Contact:

Sharon Hatton-Montoya Keli Hibbert Director of Student Academic Services Writing Room/OWL Coordinator 719-549-2225 719-549-2756 [email protected] [email protected]

LIAISON SELECTION

PROCESSES

POLICIES

HIGH SCHOOL LIAISON A counselor from each high school is selected or appointed as the STS-CORE liaison for the high school. The liaison serves as a link and program coordinator between the high school students, high school instructors, high school principals and CSU-Pueblo Continuing Education staff. 1. The liaison sets visitation schedule for semester STS-CORE presentations to high school classes. 2. The liaison assists in the registration process by insuring that all instructors are made aware of the classroom visit by the CSU-Pueblo representative. 3. High School Liaison may meet classes, make initial presentation, and distribute enrollment materials to interested high school students. a. Registration forms with payment are returned to an STS-CORE “instructor” within one week of the orientation visit (Instructors initial by their course and keep a list of students who register for CSU-Pueblo credit.). Important Dates Schedule is included with initial registration packet listing dates registrations are due back to the school. b. Liaison checks to insure that all forms are collected, correct, and complete, with: payment, Score Sheet (Math/English), Permission form as needed ; Course registration form must include Social Security number (Or PID number if known.) and both student and parent signatures (Parent signatures are required while students are still in high school.). c. Liaison insures that all instructors keep a list of students who register for STS-CORE courses. d. Liaison either mails or calls the Continuing Education representative to pick up registrations for processing. e. After all registrations have been processed CSU-Pueblo representative distributes Unofficial class lists to liaisons. Instructors are required to review the sheets for accuracy and report any discrepancies to the liaison. f. At the end of the semester the CSU-Pueblo representative distributes FINAL GRADE LISTS to the liaisons, for distribution to the instructors. Instructors enter grades, sign and return to liaison for return to CSU-Pueblo.

CSU-PUEBLO FACULTY LIAISONS CSU-Pueblo Faculty Liaisons are appointed by the department chairs and serve as the link between the CSU-Pueblo faculty and the high school faculty. CSU-Pueblo Faculty Liaisons are chosen for their interest in this program, their willingness to work with faculty outside CSU-Pueblo, and their sincere desire to provide the high school students with course work that meets college level standards.

As such, CSU-Pueblo Faculty Liaisons are committed to working with the high school STS-CORE faculty to make the college courses taught in the high school truly college level work. To help meet these standards, CSU-Pueblo Faculty Liaisons may establish requirements for the STS-CORE high school courses in the areas of course syllabi, course content, textbooks, team teaching and examinations. CSU-Pueblo Faculty Liaisons will schedule meetings or workshops with STS-CORE high school faculty to discuss these and other issues important to the STS-CORE program.

INSTRUCTOR APPROVAL PROCESS/ANNUAL REVIEW

High school instructors who take interest in applying for a teaching position in the STS-CORE Program are typically teaching an Advanced Placement or Honors Course. Interested instructors can request current course syllabi used on campus for review before submitting application for approval. Current syllabi are posted on our website at: http://coned.colostate-pueblo.edu/sen2soph. To apply, instructors must submit the following items to the CSU-Pueblo Division of Continuing Education:

· Cover letter indicating interest in teaching with the Senior-to-Sophomore-CORE Program, and list of CSU-Pueblo courses for approval request. · Current Resume/Vita; · Transcript(s) (may be unofficial) from each institution showing degree(s) awarded; · Appropriate course syllabus/syllabi (see section, “syllabi” for sample format).

Approval Request Packets should be mailed or hand-delivered to: Colorado State University-Pueblo Division of Continuing Education, ADMIN Bldg., Rm. 304 2200 Bonforte Blvd. Pueblo, CO 81001-4901 ATTN: Senior-To-Sophomore-CORE Program

The file is screened to insure the application package is complete. Packets with Request for Approval form are then forwarded to the department chair in the emphasis area for recommendation of approval/denial and then to the dean of the college. Reasons for denial must be noted on the Request for Approval form.

The criteria for approval of high school instructors to teach in the Senior-to-Sophomore-CORE program are developed by the individual departments within the following guidelines and generally require a Master’s or higher degree; but may also consider: (1) instructor background in terms of courses completed and professional development in the discipline and/or content area; (2) subject area of courses taught; (3) instructor’s record of successful teaching in the discipline or specific courses (as evidenced by student performance, course materials, etc.); and, (4) recommendation by the high school principal. Teaching strategies, organizational skills, and communication skills are also considered as criteria for approval. However, a Master’s degree in the academic discipline to be taught is preferred. STS-CORE instructors are required to attend campus meetings as set by individual department liaisons.

After the Approval Request Packet is returned from the Dean, a letter is sent to the applicant and a copy to the liaison counselor to notify of approval or denial. Applicants who are denied approval are encouraged to visit with the CSU-Pueblo academic chair to further discuss their qualifications.

Approved instructors are required to interview with the CSU-Pueblo STS-CORE academic department liaison on the topics of syllabus development and other topics as specified by the academic departments, by telephone or in physical presence. Please note that approval to teach does

8 not guarantee a class will be offered immediately.

Instructor Approval Process/Annual Review (Con’t.)

COURSE SYLLABUS

High school faculty applying to teach in the STS-CORE program are required to submit an appropriate course syllabus/syllabi with the faculty request for approval to teach in the STS-CORE Program. This syllabus, as well as the other application materials, will be reviewed by the appropriate CSU-Pueblo department chair and dean. A sample syllabus is enclosed for faculty review and use . Please see the appropriate section in this handbook for any specific requirements of the CSU- Pueblo academic departments. A syllabus indicating requirements/objectives for each course is available from Continuing Education or the CSU-Pueblo Faculty Liaison. Interested faculty are encouraged to call for a syllabus appropriate to the course they would like to teach. Syllabi currently used at the participating high schools are also posted on the CSU-Pueblo Continuing Education website at: http://coned.colostate-pueblo.edu/sen2soph.

ANNUAL REVIEW PROCESS

All current high school faculty teaching in the STS-CORE program are required to submit a course syllabus to the CSU-Pueblo department chair through the STS-CORE faculty liaison by April 1 each year for re-approval to teach the next year. A copy of the final exam that was given in the previous year must be submitted along with the title and author of the textbook that is being used. All re-approval materials must be submitted to the STS-CORE Liaison at the respective high schools for logging, and they in turn submit all instructor materials to the STS-CORE coordinator at CSU-Pueblo.

Please Note: Submission of the course syllabi and textbook being used is a Colorado State University – Pueblo, and Colorado Commission of Higher Education (CCHE) policy and applies to all faculty teaching courses both on and off-campus. Refer to appropriate academic department requirements listed in this handbook.

STUDENT ENROLLMENT PROCESS

Students who wish to enroll in the Senior-to-Sophomore program (STS) must: 1. submit a completed CSU-Pueblo STS-CORE registration form, with full payment attached; 2. have parent approval and signature on registration form; 3. have approval of instructor and counselor. 4. attach copy of ACT/SAT/PSAT/ACCUPLACER test scores for English & Math • It is imperative that students be aware that registration in STS-CORE does not admit them to the university. Students must complete the application process.

STUDENT REGISTRATION PROCESS

Course registration procedures are designed to create as little disruption as possible in the classroom. While the procedures currently being used are indicated below, Continuing Education is always looking for ways to improve the speed and efficiency of this process to further decrease classroom disruptions. For those high schools out of the travel range, the STS-CORE liaison distributes registration materials and is supplied with the information for students. However, your suggestions are encouraged.

1. The CSU-Pueblo STS-CORE Continuing Education representative calls/meets with the high school liaison to verify approved courses and establish registration dates. 2. A presentation on the STS-CORE program is given to all students in approved STS-CORE courses. This may be done in individual classrooms or in a group setting. At that time, registration materials are distributed and the tuition charges and withdrawal procedures are explained. 3. Students must take the materials home to discuss with their parent(s) and have the parent(s) sign the registration form. Students then return the registration form with payment attached, to STS- CORE instructors. The STS-CORE instructors must initial the forms by their course, then forward the student registrations and tuition to the high school liaison. 4. The high school liaison keeps a list of students who register, and checks forms for completion and payment. After the “registration package” is complete, the liaison can either mail or hold the materials for pick-up by the Continuing Education representative.

REGISTRATION CUT-OFF AND TUITION PAYMENT DEADLINES

z Students are expected to return the completed registration forms – with payment (and scores) attached, by the established dates; generally within one week from the orientation visit. z Tuition for STS-CORE courses is paid in full at the time of registration. z No student will be registered for any course from a previous semester.

TUITION POLICY

Tuition is a recording fee of $45.00 per credit hour. (This fee is subject to change.) z Tuition is due at time of registration. Payment can be made by: check/money order payable to Colorado State University - Pueblo; or by credit card: Master Card, Visa or Discover only. CONED does not do payment plans, nor do we bill students. We are a cash-funded entity. z Lab fees may be assessed by the high school instructor for selected courses.

SCHOLARSHIPS

The availability of scholarship monies for needy STS-CORE students is of concern to CSU-Pueblo. As (if) any funds become available, the STS-CORE high school liaisons will be informed. Instructors can check with the STS-CORE Counselor for any Scholarship Funds which may be available for students in need.

DROP/WITHDRAWAL/REFUND POLICIES AND TIME LIMITS

To drop or withdraw officially from a Senior-to-Sophomore-CORE course and Colorado State University - Pueblo, students must file a Drop Form or Withdrawal Form with the Division of Continuing Education. (See form samples in the “Appendix”.)

The period for students to drop courses is two weeks from the date of registration – for full refund. After the third week, a “W” (withdrawal) is recorded on a CSU-Pueblo transcript and there is no refund. Full-year students have until the second and third weeks of Spring Semester.

Students who withdraw may also suffer academic loss; a grade of “F” may be assigned by instructors if students have not officially withdrawn or dropped their courses.

Counselors, instructors and students must all remember that CSU- Pueblo forms must be submitted for dropping or withdrawal from courses. STS-CORE counselors have the necessary forms.

PRELIMINARY CLASS LIST & FINAL GRADE REPORT

Students who register through the Senior-to-Sophomore-CORE Program for CSU-Pueblo credit will appear on class lists distributed by the Division of Continuing Education. At the end of the term, instructors will receive a separate CSU-Pueblo Official Final Grade Report listing only those students who have registered (with a copy for the instructor’s records.) The ORIGINAL grade sheets must be completed, signed, and returned to the high school STS-CORE liaison by the date indicated. The liaison will forward grade reports to the CSU-Pueblo STS-CORE representative.

FINAL GRADES /UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS /OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT 12

REQUESTS

**CSU-PUEBLO NO LONGER MAILS STUDENT GRADES VIA U.S. MAIL.**

Unofficial Transcripts

Once final grades have been posted, students will be able to access and print an Unofficial transcript by logging on to the CSU-Pueblo Website at: http://colostate-pueblo.edu. There is no cost to student.

Once they have logged on to the CSU-Pueblo home page, continue on to the following:

• Click on “Current Students TWOLF Portal” (Wolf graphic at lower left.) • Curser over to center column (Login to Web Apps) and click on “PAWS Student Services”. • Click on “Student Transcripts”. Directly to the right are step-by-step instructions.

Official Transcripts - $5.00 per Transcript Requested.

Students can also order Official Transcripts by doing any of the following.

• Coming to campus, filling out an Official Transcript Request Form and paying on-site at the Cashier, a $5.00 fee. • By U.S. Mail, send a letter to CSU-Pueblo Records Office requesting an Official Transcript and giving all pertinent information as to where transcript should be mailed, and to whose attention. Letter must include student’s Name, Social Security Number and/or Personal Identification Number (PID) if known. Student (not a parent) must sign request. Mail letter to: Colorado State University – Pueblo Transcript Office-Records Department 2200 Bonforte Blvd. Pueblo, CO 81001-4901 • By Fax – with credit card payment. Fax written request/letter to CSU-Pueblo Records Office requesting an Official Transcript. Include all pertinent information as to where transcript should be mailed, and to whose attention. Letter must include student’s Name, Social Security Number and/or Personal Identification Number (PID) if known. Student (not parent) must sign letter. Fax letter to: Colorado State University – Pueblo Transcript Office-Records Department (719) 549-2419

ACADEMIC DEPARTMENT

REQUIREMENTS

BIOLOGY DEPARTMENT In evaluating the approval or renewal of faculty, the Biology Department will consider the following:

1. Completed application file (see "Instructor Approval Process"). 2. Evidence of adequate courses and training in the Biological Sciences. 3. Evidence that the instructor has augmented his/her Biology 1 & 2 curriculum, such that the Senior- to- Sophomore-CORE Biology course truly represents instruction at the college/university level. 4. Adequate coverage of topics covered in the Colorado State University - Pueblo's Biology courses (CSU-Pueblo syllabus will be provided). 5. Evidence of previous successful teaching in advanced high school or college level biology classes (such as recommendations from former students, colleagues, or your principal). 6. Willingness to keep abreast of advances in the field through new college texts (which we can provide), popular journals (e.g. Science American, Science News, etc.), and scientific journals. 7. Active participation in workshops, conferences, special projects, or other activities related to biology instruction or biological research. 8. Willingness to meet with other Senior-to-Sophomore-CORE faculty and CSU-Pueblo faculty on a regular basis. 9. An updated syllabus, copy of the final exam and updated curriculum vitae of teacher must be submitted to the Biology department by April 1 of each year for review for teaching the following year.

CHEMISTRY DEPARTMENT Teachers applying to teach courses for CSU-Pueblo credit in Chemistry must meet the following requirements:

1. Have a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry; 2. Submit a list of all graduate courses taken; 3. Submit samples of exams, and syllabi for CSU-Pueblo courses; 4. Interview with CSU-Pueblo chemistry department faculty.

The following must be submitted on or before April 1 of each year, for an annual review in order to receive approval for teaching the following year:

1. An updated syllabus for each course taught;

2. Copy of Final Exam;

3. Copies of the final STS-CORE course grades assigned to individual students;

4. Updated curriculum vitae of teacher.

CHICANO STUDIES PROGRAM In evaluating the approval or renewal of faculty, the Chicano Studies Program will consider the following:

1. Completed application file (see “Instructor Approval Process”); 2. Evidence of academic qualifications to teach the courses requested (e.g., a Master’s degree in Chicano Studies, or in a comparable subject matter (i.e. History, Sociology, Social Work, with an emphasis in Chicano Studies); 3. Evidence of successful teaching in Chicano Studies at the college level, such as experience with AP courses or graduate assistantship; a teaching portfolio including lesson plans, sample assignments, and written work by former students; letters from colleagues, former students, department head, or principal; 4. Demonstration of professional development and eagerness to keep informed of innovations in the field by attendance and presentations at institutes, workshops, and conferences, and involvement in special projects or organizations related to Chicano Studies at the college level (e.g., professional conferences); 5. Instructor must be willing to coordinate with Chicano Studies Faculty and follow the same syllabus used at Colorado State University-Pueblo; 6. In special circumstances the Chicano Studies Program faculty may consider an applicant without some of the above qualifications;

Requirements for renewal each year:

1. A letter reporting on work during previous appointment, including self-evaluation of performance, and demonstrating progressive teaching in Chicano Studies, as well as documenting attendance at regularly scheduled meetings of the CSU-Pueblo faculty; 2. An updated curriculum vitae including professional activity, conference participation, any publications, and special projects related to Chicano Studies, and pedagogy; 3. A syllabus for each proposed course, accompanied by a memo showing how the course meets the appropriate guidelines; 4. Willingness to meet with other Senior-to-Sophomore-CORE faculty and CSU-Pueblo Faculty on a regular basis.

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS DEPARTMENT

For CIS we would like instructors to meet the following requirements:

Have either successfully completed college-level coursework equivalent to the STS course to be taught or have professional experience using the technology to be presented in the course.

Potential instructors should submit the following items: Sample syllabus for the course to be taught, including homework/lab assignments One sample exam, showing typical examination format to be used in the course Instructor resume - showing IT-related work experience College transcripts showing IT-related courses completed

ENGLISH DEPARTMENT Teachers applying to teach courses for CSU-Pueblo credit in English should submit the following for evaluation.

1. Completed application file (see "Instructor Approval Process"); 2. Evidence of academic qualifications to teach the courses requested (e.g., a Master's degree in the subject area, a Bachelor's degree with a major in the subject area, evidence of advanced coursework in literature and/or composition); 3. Evidence of successful teaching in the subject area at the college level such as experience with AP courses or a graduate assistantship; a teaching portfolio including lesson plans, sample assignments, and written work by former students; letters from colleagues, former students, department head, or principal; 4. Demonstration of professional development and eagerness to keep informed of innovations in the field by attendance and presentations at institutes, workshops, and conferences, and involvement in special projects or organizations related to the subject area at the college level (e.g., the Conference on College Composition and Communication, the Rocky Mountain Modern Language Association, the National Council of Teachers of English, or the Southern Colorado Writing Project).

Requirements for renewal each year:

1. A letter reporting on work during the previous appointment, including self-evaluation of performance, and demonstrating progressive teaching in literature and/or composition as well as documenting attendance at regularly scheduled meetings of the CSU-Pueblo composition faculty; 2. An updated curriculum vitae including professional activity, conference participation, any publications, and special projects related to literature, composition, and pedagogy; 3. A syllabus for each proposed course, accompanied by a memo showing how the course meets the appropriate guidelines included in the appendix to this handbook, highlighting planned improvements, discussing course limitations due to institutional concerns, and explaining any changes; 4. Attendance at required STS-CORE meetings between high school and CSU-Pueblo faculty; 5. An updated syllabus submitted to the English department by May 30 of each year for review for teaching the following year.

Requirements for students: In addition to meeting the qualifications listed under “Student Entrance Requirements,” all students wishing to register for Senior-to-Sophomore-CORE credit in English normally must have Senior standing or have completed at least the sixth semester of high school Language Arts.

English Department, (Con’t.)

Students enrolling in English 101 must submit ACT/SAT scores before registration into STS-CORE English courses. If ACT/SAT scores are not available students can contact the CSU-Pueblo Counseling Center for arrangements to take the ACCUPLACER Exam. Please see “Samples” appendix for list of accepted scores.

Students enrolling in English 102 must have passed English 101, which is a prerequisite.

Administrative requirements:

To assure that teachers offering English 101 and 102 may provide the attention to students’ writing required by an intensive college-level composition course, class size in English 101 and 102 classes should be limited to 25 students, including students enrolled for dual high school/CSU-Pueblo credit and those enrolled for high school credit only. Students not enrolled for CSU-Pueblo credit should be permitted to take the class only in the event that fewer than 25 students enroll for CSU-Pueblo credit.

Normally, each course offered for credit should be given one entire semester for completion of the course. Teachers who wish to combine courses (such as English 101 and 130) should allow an entire academic year for completion of both courses. When English 101 is combined with a high school literature curriculum it should spread over two semesters to allow adequate time for the writing component.

Any exceptions to these rules must be requested on a class-by-class basis, in writing, to the CSU-Pueblo English Department’s Senior-to-Sophomore-CORE committee no later than the end of the first week of the semester.

EXERCISE SCIENCE, HEALTH PROMOTION AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT In evaluating the approval or renewal of faculty, the Department of Exercise Science, Health Promotion and Recreation will consider the following:

1. Completed application file (see “Instructor Approval Process”); 2. Evidence of academic qualifications to teach the courses requested (e.g., a Master’s degree in the subject area or a Bachelor’s degree with a major in the subject area with evidence of advanced course work in the courses to be instructed; 3. Willingness to meet with other Senior-to-Sophomore faculty and CSU-Pueblo faculty on a regular basis; and 4. An updated syllabus must be submitted to the Exercise Science Department by April 1 of each year for review for teaching the following year.

FOREIGN LANGUAGE DEPARTMENT Teachers applying for the first time to teach courses for CSU-Pueblo credit in Foreign Languages should abide by the following requirements and guidelines:

1. Applicants should familiarize themselves with the philosophy and goals of the program through early and regular contracts with both peers and CSU-Pueblo faculty liaisons (before and after application); 2. Applicants should follow the “Instructor Approval Process”; 3. Willingness to meet with other Senior-to-Sophomore faculty and CSU-Pueblo faculty on a regular basis;

Foreign Language teachers asking for yearly renewal of appointment in the program should abide by the following requirements and guidelines: 1. Provide a yearly letter of self-evaluation, including; a. A description of the program, its size, outcomes, difficulties and successes; b. Evidence of desire to coordinate proficiency levels with university courses and standards, through regular contacts with peers and faculty liaisons; c. Evidence of participation in campus seminars, as offered; d. Evidence that established guidelines were followed concerning student grading and evaluations (any credit above the 101 level requires a written and oral exam on campus); 2. An updated syllabus and testing materials must be submitted to the Foreign Language department by April 1 of each year for review for teaching the following year; 3. Document professional activity in the field of language methodology, including membership in CCFLT (or other professional organizations), and participation in at least one local professional conference per year.

GEOGRAPHY DEPARTMENT In evaluating an applicant for teaching Geography in the STS program, the following items are considered: 1. Active participation in professional geography associations such as the American Geographical Society or the Association of American Geographers; 2. Active participation in geography workshops or conferences to upgrade skills; 3. Active engagement in research or publication in the field of geography; 4. Course work in the relevant area of geography on the graduate level; 5. Active engagement in special projects involving the teaching of geography; 6. Evidence of an ability to cover issues of diversity through the study of geography, 7. Willingness to meet with other Senior-to-Sophomore faculty and CSU-Pueblo faculty; and 8. Course syllabus.

Faculty are required to submit an annual renewal application including: 1. Letter of application reporting on activities during the previous appointment; 2. Updated course syllabus 3. Grade distribution from previous appointment. 4. Copies of examinations given in previous appointment; and 5. Representative samples of student work from previous appointment.

To verify that the academic challenge of the course is consistent with the comparable on-campus course, the following items must be submitted for annual review by April 1 of each year for review for teaching the following year.

HISTORY DEPARTMENT In evaluating an applicant for teaching History in the STS program, the following items are considered: 1. Course work in the relevant area of history on the graduate level; 2. Active participation in professional history associations such as the American Historical Society, the Organization of American Historians, or the World History Association; 3. Active participation in history workshops or conferences to upgrade skills; 4. Active participation in local history associations or local museum activities; 5. Active engagement in research or publication in the field of history; 6. Active engagement in special projects involving the teaching of history; 7. Evidence of an ability to cover issues of diversity through the study of history; 8. Willingness to meet with other Senior-to-Sophomore faculty and CSU-Pueblo faculty; and 9. Course syllabus.

MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT

Oversight Plan for the Senior-to-Sophomore Mathematics Course.

A) Enrollment in STS Math Course:

Students who wish to take the STS Precalculus course should meet the same criteria as on-campus students. Thus, a high school student will be allowed to enroll in the STS Precalculus course if they meet the following criteria.

1) They have achieved an ACT Math score of > 24, OR 2) They have achieved a SAT Math score of > 560, OR 3) Failing the above they must take the College Level Accuplacer and achieve a score of > 86.

The College Level Accuplacer Exam is available on our campus through the office of Student Academic Services directed by Sharon Hatton-Montoya. This Office can be reached at (719) 549-2581.

Each semester the CSU-Pueblo mathematics faculty and Continuing Education staff members will meet with STS instructors for the purpose of sharing detailed information about the STS mathematics course and the program. All STS instructors will be expected to attend a placement session for each course that they offer each year.

B) Final Exam and award of CSU-Pueblo credit in the STS Mathematics Course.

Any student signing up for the STS mathematics course will in effect be creating a CSU-Pueblo transcript, if one does not already exist. In order to receive CSU-Pueblo credit for the STS-precalculus course, students must pass the ‘final exam’ for the course. The ‘final exam’ will be either a national achievement exam, such as an ETS exam, or a comprehensive exam over the course material written by faculty members of the CSU-Pueblo Mathematics Department. The CSU-Pueblo Mathematics Department will determine the ‘final exam cutoff score’ for which CSU-Pueblo credit may be obtained. STS instructors may use the results on the ‘final exam’ towards the students overall grade as they choose. Thus, a student might pass the course and receive high school credit for the course, but fail the ‘final exam’ and not receive CSU-Pueblo credit. In the event that CSU-Pueblo credit is not attained, a grade of F would appear on the student’s CSU-Pueblo transcript.

Mathematics Department, Con’t.

The ‘final exam’ will be administered and graded by CSU-Pueblo staff members. The exam will be given once each semester at each participating high school. Students missing the scheduled examination date may take the exam at any of the CSU-Pueblo offices in Colorado Springs, the Continuing Education Office on the CSU-Pueblo Campus, or in the Mathematics Learning Center located in the Physics/Math Building on campus. Students are allowed to take the ‘final exam’ only once.

C) Qualifications necessary to become an STS-instructor.

To qualify to teach the STS Precalculus course, a person should either:

1) have completed fifteen (15) semester hours of graduate level course work in the mathematical sciences, or

2) have completed an undergraduate major in mathematics and have previously taught a calculus course equivalent to Advanced Placement Calculus.

D) Oversight for continued offering of the STS Precalculus course.

The Department of Mathematics will monitor success rates of students in the STS- mathematics course at individual high schools, as measured by student results on the ‘final exam’ and the high school grades assigned by the STS-instructors. If the success rate of students in the STS Precalculus course at a particular school consistently falls below 70% (seventy per cent), that school will not be authorized to continue to offer the STS Precalculus course.

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PHILOSOPHY DEPARTMENT

In evaluating an applicant for teaching Philosophy in the STS program, the following items are considered: 1. Course work in the relevant area of philosophy on the graduate level; 2. Active participation in professional philosophy associations such as the American Philosophical Association; 3. Active participation in philosophy workshops or conferences to upgrade skills; 4. Active engagement in research or publication in the field of philosophy; 5. Active engagement in special projects involving the teaching of philosophy; 6. Evidence of an ability to cover issues of diversity through the study of philosophy, 7. Willingness to meet with other Senior-to-Sophomore faculty and CSU-Pueblo faculty; and 8. Course syllabus.

POLITICAL SCIENCE DEPARTMENT In evaluating an applicant for teaching Political science in the STS program, the following items are considered:

1. Course work in the relevant area of political science on the graduate level; 2. Active participation in professional political science associations such as the American Political Science Association; 3. Active participation in political science workshops or conferences to upgrade skills; 4. Active participation in local political and civic activities; 5. Active engagement in research or publication in the field of political science; 6. Active engagement in special projects involving the teaching of political science; 7. Evidence of an ability to cover issues of diversity through the study of political science; 8. Willingness to meet with other Senior-to-Sophomore faculty and CSU-Pueblo faculty; and 9. Course syllabus.

SOCIAL SCIENCE In evaluating an applicant for teaching Social Science in the STS program, the following items are considered:

1. Active participation in professional associations in Social Science; 2. Active engagement in special projects involving the teaching of Social Science; 3. Active participation in classes, workshops, or conferences to upgrade skills; 4. Active engagement in research and publication; 5. Evidence of successful teaching in AP classes (test scores of AP students); and 6. Willingness to meet with other Senior-to-Sophomore faculty and CSU-Pueblo faculty on a regular basis.

For faculty renewals, the following items should be submitted:

1. A letter of application reporting on his/her work in the previous appointment; and 2. An updated syllabus by April 1 of each year for review for teaching for the following year.

SPANISH PROGRAM In evaluating the approval or renewal of faculty, the Spanish Program will consider the following:

1. Completed application file (see “Instructor Approval Process”); Evidence of academic qualifications to teach the curses requested (i.e., a Master’s degree in Spanish;

2. Evidence of successful teaching in Spanish at the college level such as experience with AP courses or graduate assistantship; a teaching portfolio including lesson plans, sample assignments, and written work by former students; letters from colleagues, former students, department head, or principal; 3. Demonstration of professional development and eagerness to keep informed of innovations in the field by attendance and presentations at institutes, workshops, and conferences, and involvement in special projects or organizations related to Spanish at the college level (e.g., professional conferences); 4. Instructor must be willing to follow the same syllabus, quizzes, and exams coordinated by the CSU- Pueblo Spanish Program faculty; 5. In special circumstances the Spanish Program faculty may consider an applicant without some of the above qualifications;

Requirements for renewal each year:

1. A letter reporting on work during previous appointment, including self-evaluation of performance, and demonstrating progressive teaching in literature, composition as well as documenting attendance at regularly scheduled meetings of the CSU-Pueblo faculty; 2. An updated curriculum vitae including professional activity, conference participation, any publications, and special projects related to literature, composition, and pedagogy; 3. A syllabus for each proposed course, accompanied by a memo showing how the course meets the appropriate guidelines included in the appendix to this handbook, highlighting planned improvements, discussing course limitations due to institutional concerns, and explaining any changes; 4. Willingness to meet with other Senior-to-Sophomore faculty and CSU-Pueblo Faculty on a regular basis.

SPEECH

The Speech Department requires that new and continuing faculty consult with the Speech Communications department liaison prior to the upcoming school year. During this time, faculty will receive orientation, have any questions answered, and make plans for periodic consultations and classroom visits.

The course taught in the high school or off-campus must follow the syllabus contained in our text, and elaborated upon in “Introduction to Part II” of the required text. The Instructor’s Manual further elaborates upon the direction we require the course to take, and will be provided to the high school or off-campus instructor. The text used on campus in SPCOM 103 must also be used wherever else the course is taught. It is also important that the high school version of the course be taught in an atmosphere that approximates that of a college classroom. This means that the high school students admitted into the program should have the maturity one would expect of college level students. There will be one or more visitations from a department representative while a course is in progress.

PARTICIPATING HIGH SCHOOLS High Schools by Alphabetical Order/Address/Phone Number

High School Liaison/Contact Information

High School Principal

CSU-PUEBLO DEPT. LIAISONS Liaisons listed in Department Order/Phone Number

HIGH SCHOOL INSTRUCTORS Instructors listed by Department

HIGH SCHOOLS, COUNSELOR LIAISONS, & PRINCIPALS

SCHOOL LIAISON PRINCIPAL

Bayfield High School Ms. Shelly Aveis Mr. Gary Strubel 800 County Rd. 501 970-884-9521 24 Clover Drive Fax: 970-884-4226 Bayfield, CO 81122

Canon City High School Mr. Dyle Knifong Dr. Cindy Compton 1313 College Ave. 719-276-5880 Canon City, CO 81212 Fax: 719-276-5950 719-276-5870

Centennial High School Mr. Lupe Rodriguez Mr. Frank Latino 2525 Montview Dr. 719-549-7344 Pueblo, CO 81008 Fax: 719-549-7634 719-549-7335

Central High School Ms. Linda Rader Mr. Jim Manzanares 216 E. Orman Ave. 719-549-7314 Pueblo, CO 81004 fax: 719-549-7306 719-549-7300

District #60 Health Academy Mr. Bill McAuliffe N/A Centennial High School 719-549-7632 (Centennial) 2525 Montview Dr. 719-549-6175 (Central) 719-549-7632. 719-406-3440 (cell) Pueblo, CO 81008 fax: (719) 549-7634

High Schools, Counselor Liaisons, & Principals, (Con’t.)

SCHOOL LIAISON PRINCIPAL

East High School Mr. Pat Laughlin Mr. Alan Nelms 9 MacNeil Rd 719-549-7227 Pueblo, CO 81001 fax: 719-545-0389 719-549-7222

Florence High School Ms. Janice Dutton Mr. Jim Lucas 215 North Maple 719-784-2555 Florence, CO 81226 fax: 719-784-3821 719-784-6414/6565

Fountain-Fort Carson High School Ms. Vicki Brown Mr. Jim Calhoun 900 Jimmy Camp Rd. 719-382-1653 Fountain, CO 80817 fax: 719-382-3228 719-382-1640

Mitchell High School Mr. Marc Sokol Dr. Jerry Anderson 1205 N. Potter Dr. 719-328-6606 719-328-6602 Colorado Springs, CO 80909 fax: 719-328-6797 719-328-6612 (Secretary)

Pueblo County High School Ms. Paula Stepan Mr. Jose Perea 35 Ln & Hwy 50 E 719-948-3351 ext. 110 Vineland, CO 81006 fax: 719-948-0196 719-948-3351/3352

Pueblo Technical Academy Mr. Kent Muckel Mr. Kent Muckel Pueblo Community College 719-549-3317 Gorsich Technology Center fax: 719-549-3315 900 W. Orman Ave. Pueblo, CO 81004 719-549-3317

High Schools, Counselor Liaisons, & Principals, (Con’t.)

SCHOOL LIAISON PRINCIPAL

Pueblo West High School Ms. Jan Stiles Ms. Martha Nogare 661 W. Capistrano Ave. 719-547-8050 Pueblo West, CO 81007 fax: 719-547-8041 719-547-8050

South High School Roe Ann Colletti Mr. James Wessely 1801 Hollywood Dr. 719-549-7262 Pueblo, CO 81005 fax: 719-549-7759 719-549-7255

CSU-PUEBLO INSTRUCTOR LIAISONS

DEPARTMENT LIAISON(S) PHONE (719)

Art Ms. Vicky Hansen 549-2118 Biology Dr. Jana McLean 549-2743 Chemistry Dr. Roger Saul 549-2551 Chicano Studies Dr. Dora Luz Cobian 549-2537 Civil Engineering Technology Mr. Alan Hirth 549-2609 Computer Information Systems Dr. John Borton 549-2095 Economics Dr. Kevin Duncan 549-2228 English Dr. Bill Sheidley 549-2886 Dr. Katherine Frank 549-2236 French Dr. Silvio Covi 549-2520 History Dr. Bea Spade 549-2417 Exer. Sci., Health Prom. & Rec. Dr. George Dallam 549-2619 Italian Dr. Silvio Covi 549-2520 Mass Communications Ms. Vicki Hansen 549-2818 Mathematics Dr. Gilbert Orr 549-2044 Mechanical Engineering Tech. Mr. Wade Bailey 549-2612 Music Dr. Mark Hudson 549-2552 Philosophy Dr. Bea Spade 549-2417 Social Science Dr. Will Wright 549-2538 Sociology Dr. Will Wright 549-2538 Spanish Dr. Jim Fogelquist 549-2533 Speech Communication/ Dr. Emmett O’Leary 549-2122 Sign Language

HIGH SCHOOL INSTRUCTORS

DEPARTMENT SCHOOL

BIOLOGY Suzanne Aronofsky Centennial Greg Baxter Canon City James Benedetto Central Pueblo West Debra Edelmann East Brandon Grebence South Mindy Haggerty District #60 Health Academy Dr. Robert Humphries District #60 Health Academy Kenneth Munley Centennial Patton, Jan Bayfield Marjorie Stephenson Fountain-Ft. Carson Don Trimble Pueblo County Vicki Walter Pueblo Tech Academy.

CHEMISTRY Devon Burke Pueblo County Norman Doerr Central Dr. Robert Humphries District #60 Health Academy Jay Mead Centennial

CHICANO STUDIES Rudy Aguilar Central

COMPUTER INFORMATION SYSTEMS Lisa Debuano Canon City Deborah Huismann East Stacie Kilgroe Pueblo County Tish Nelson Bayfield Karen Pike Centennial Cathy Tkacik South

ECONOMICS Maureen Duran Centennial Robert Wild South

DEPARTMENT SCHOOL

ENGLISH Ed Bray Canon City Dan Brigham Fountain-Ft. Carson Dianne Brooks Centennial Ruth Gray Pueblo West Susan Hitt Canon City Tara Henderson Bayfield Jayce Hutchison Centennial Kathleen Kochevar Central Robin Knoepke Mitchell Bev Wasinger Florence Janice Parker Pueblo County Doug Peats South Katherine Pusatory Centennial Florence Relph Pueblo County Janie Roper Pueblo West JoAnn Urbina Pueblo County N/A East

EXERCISE SCIENCE, HEALTH PROMOTION & RECREATION Michael D. Radiff Pueblo County

FOREIGN LANGUAGE Alice Blea Pueblo County Spn Rachelle Bruce Pueblo West Spn Rosalie Caputo Centennial Frn/Itl Deborah Cody South Frn Emily Eggleston Canon City Spn Sulema James Fountain-Ft. Carson Spn Kathleen Kochevar Central Frn Laura Lepley Canon City Frn Glenda Martinez Central Spn Donna Stutzman Central Itl Lora Perea South Spn Gertrudis Wejebe-McDowell Centennial Spn

DEPARTMENT SCHOOL

GEOLOGY Brian Davis Centennial Brian Vaniwarden Canon City

HISTORY David Hazlett Fountain-Ft. Carson Heather Hull South Paula Quinn East Penny Quintana Pueblo West

MASS COMMUNICATIONS Dianne Brooks Centennial Pauline Carochi Canon City

MATHEMATICS Kimball, Sharon Bayfield Rochelle Maes East Don Robinson Centennial Amy Winegardner Centennial

MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY Michael Geesaman Canon City Mitchell McMahon Central Kent Muckel Pueblo Tech Acad.

PHILOSOPHY Sally Keller Central

POLITICAL SCIENCE Michael Maiurro Fountain-Ft. Carson

SOCIOLOGY Virginia Arduini Centennial Robert Wild South

SPEECH COMMUNICATION Susan Applbaum South Pauline Carochi Canon City Theresa Cashio Bayfield Diane Forsythe Pueblo County & ASL Tara Henderson Bayfield

APPENDIX

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Appendix:

CSU-Pueblo Forms

CCHE Mandated Placement Scores (English and Mathematics)

Sample Syllabi:

English 101 Guidelines-Sample Syllabus

English 102 Guidelines-Sample Syllabus

English 130 Guidelines-Sample Syllabus

The CSU-Pueblo Writing Room’s Online Writing Lab

Colorado State University - Pueblo Continuing Education COURSE CORRECTION REQUEST Student Name:______PID______Term/Year______

Request for Course Deletion Request for Course Addition Call Number Department Course Number Call Number Department Course Number

Student Signature: Date:

CSU-Pueblo Rep Signature:______Date:______43

Placement Guidelines Skill Area ACT Subscore SAT Subscore ACCUPLACER Score Writing hEnglish 18 Verbal 440 Sentence Skills 95 Mathematics Math 19 Math 470 nElementary Algebra 85

Note: Cut scores may be adjusted by CCHE based on empirical data of student performance in college mathematics and college writing courses.

ACT SAT ACCUPLACER Course Placement Math Math Score Score Score ≥28 ≥630 ≥102 College Level Math 126 or higher 6

24-27 560-629 86-102 College Level Math 124 or 221 5

19-23 470-559 ≥ 85 Elementary Algebra or Math 109, 121, or 4 63-85 College Level 156 17-18 400-469 61-84 Elementary Algebra Math 099 3

15-16 350-399 45-60 Elementary Algebra Math 098 2

< 14 <349 > 44 Elementary Algebra Contact Director of 1 Math Learning Center

Note: STS Students are only required to submit Writing Score for English Courses.

**However, if student is also registering for PSEO courses on campus, Reading Score will also be required.**

ENG 101: Composition I

English 101 is the first of two three-credit writing courses required of all CSU-Pueblo students. Its major emphasis is learning how to write clear and coherent essays that reflect an understanding of the writing process, rhetorical analysis, and argumentation. These goals are accomplished by using a variety of essays on different subjects as resources for discussing, focusing, and developing writing. English 101 is designed to prepare students to begin writing across the curriculum and to continue to develop their writing in English 102.

The General Objectives of English 101 are:

1) To introduce students to the rhetorical techniques that provide the basis for academic writing. 2) To increase a student writer=s ability to read and form arguments about different sorts of texts. 3) To promote the relationship among critical reading, thinking, and writing. 4) To prepare students to enter English 102 with a strong repertoire of analytical skills, an understanding of the standards of academic discourse, and the practice necessary to continue developing their argumentative and research skills in English 102.

The General Practices of English 101 are:

5) To write at least four (3-5 page), formal, writing assignments, worked toward completion, that carry significant weight (either on their own or as part of a portfolio) at the end of the semester, and which contribute to the students= understanding of the various elements of argument. 6) To learn the importance of developing a convincing thesis, including supportive claims, and selecting and critically engaging with evidence in order to construct focused and intellectually stimulating papers. 7) To practice prewriting, drafting, revision, and editing. 8) To practice essay exam writing skills by having students write at least two in-class essays over the course of the semester. 9) To participate in peer review of student texts. 10) To demonstrate knowledge of college level grammar, syntax, punctuation, and spelling. 11) To demonstrate knowledge of MLA documentation techniques.

The Required Texts are:

12) Rules for Writers and The Bedford Researcher. 13) One of the following readers: A World of Ideas, Ways of Reading, or Cultural Conversations (or a reader/rhetoric approved by the Director(s) of Composition. 14) The current edition of ComposeYourself!

The Student Requirements are:

15) Satisfactory completion of reading assignments and both informal and formal writing assignments. 16) Conferencing at least once a semester with the instructor. 17) Consistent participation in classroom discussion and activities. 18) Consistent attendance.

English 102: Composition II

English 102 is the second of two, three-credit, writing courses required of all CSU-Pueblo students. It is designed as part of a consecutive course sequence with English 101, and students should plan on taking English 101 and 102 during two consecutive semesters. In English 102, students continue to engage in the writing process, to practice using rhetorical techniques in their writing, to recognize and critique arguments in various readings, and to develop arguments in their own writing. Based on their knowledge and skills gained in English 101, students in English 102 are required to read and to use more complex arguments in their writing and to negotiate among multiple texts. They are also introduced to various research techniques and learn how to combine research with the major elements of the argumentative essay in order to write college-level research papers.

The General Objectives of English 102 are:

1. To continue to develop students’ ability to read and form arguments about different sorts of texts. 2. To continue to promote the relationship among critical reading, thinking, and writing. 3. To emphasize the relationship between the major elements of argument and academic research that makes up the college-level argumentative research paper. 4. To introduce students to various research techniques (including but not limited to the basics of library and Internet research). 5. To prepare students to integrate various forms of research into their writing. 6. To help students to recognize and to feel comfortable lending their own voice to the many voices in conversation that contribute to the argumentative research paper.

The General Practices of English 102 are:

1. To write at least one (4-5 page) formal, argumentative essay that allows students to exhibit their understanding of the basic elements of argument as introduced in English 101, and for instructors to gauge the level of student understanding of and expertise using the basic elements of argument. 2. To write at least two (5-10 page) argumentative research papers or one substantial (8-12 page) argumentative research paper, worked toward completion, that carry significant weight (either on their own or as part of a portfolio) at the end of the semester, and which contribute to the students’ understanding of the basics of library research and how to incorporate outside research into their own writing. 3. To practice prewriting, drafting, revision, and editing. 4. To practice essay exam writing skills by having students write at least one in-class essay over the course of the semester. 5. To participate in peer review of student texts. 6. To practice oral presentation skills by presenting research materials and/or findings. 7. To demonstrate college-level grammar, syntax, punctuation, and spelling, as well as satisfactory usage of at least one standard system of documentation, normally the MLA system.

The Required Texts are:

1. Mike Palmquist’s The Bedford Researcher 2. A reader or rhetoric on argument that includes substantial and complex readings equivalent to the level and rigor of readings used in English 101 (such as Rottenberg’s Elements of Argument, Hirschberg’s Every Day, Everywhere) 3. The current edition of Compose Yourself! 4. Optional use of a writer’s handbook.

The Student Requirements are:

1. Satisfactory completion of reading and writing assignments. 2. Conferencing at least once a semester with the instructor. 3. Consistent participation in classroom discussion and activities. 4. Consistent attendance.

ENG 130 – INTRODUCTION TO LITERATURE

English 130 is a three-credit course that fulfills a general education requirement. It provides an introduction to the three major literary genres: fiction, poetry, and drama. The main emphasis is on close reading and textual analysis.

The General Objectives of English 130 are: • To increase students’ ability to read, understand, respond to, and enjoy literature of all kinds. • To enable students to make use of technical concepts about literary form and expression in reading and discussing literature. These concepts include but are not limited to setting, character, plot, theme, tone, imagery, metaphor, symbolism, irony, paradox, point of view, persona, and allusion. • To familiarize students with notable works in the three major genres and to acquaint them with representative examples of various sub-genres (e.g., tragedy, comedy, sonnet, satire). • To increase students’ level of sophistication about literary interpretation by introducing fundamental concepts of literary theory.

The General Practices of English 130 are: • to read and discuss in class a number of works of fiction, poetry, and drama. • small group discussion exercises, in-class writing exercises, reader-response journals, and formal writing assignments are usually employed. • Midterm and final exams include both short-answer and essay questions.

The Basic Text for the Course should be chosen from among the many good introduction to literature texts published for college market. Representative examples are:

Hans P. Guth and Gabriele L. Rico. Discovering Literature. Blair Press - Prentice Hall.

Michael Meyer. The Bedford Introduction to Literature. Bedford - St. Martin’s.

X.J. Kennedy and Dana Gioia, Literature. Harper Collins

Carl E. Bain, et al. The Norton Introduction to Literature. Norton.

Instructors may supplement the basic text with additional selections.

The student Requirements are: • Satisfactory completion of writing and reading assignments. • Consistent attendance. • Performance on papers and exams reflecting satisfactory comprehension of the literary works and ability to use literary concepts in analyzing and interpreting both familiar and unfamiliar works.

The CSU-Pueblo Writing Room's Online Writing Lab (OWL)

The Colorado State University - Pueblo Writing Room's Online Writing Lab (OWL) at www.colostate-pueblo.edu/owl is a free service that offers assistance to writers at all levels and in all disciplines. Students can learn more about their writing through innovative and individualized instruction when working with tutors on essays, research projects, fiction, poetry and all types of writing assignments. Online sessions with Writing Room Consultants can help writers with focus, organization, idea development, and coherence. We also offer assistance with revisions, sentence structure, grammar and punctuation as well as guidance in MLA, APA and Turabian styles of documentation. Our Online Writing Lab also holds an updated Writing Room Consultant schedule and a concise Resource Page containing links to the Bedford Handbook Online and the Scott, Foresman Handbook Online. Responses from Writing Room Consultants will be returned to the student's personal E-mail account within two business days, so it is important that students maintain a consistent web-based E-mail account. The Writing Room invites students to visit the site located at the address www.colostate-pueblo.edu/owl to gain familiarity with this free service.

*IN PURSUIT OF PERSONAL AND PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE*

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Colorado State University - Pueblo does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability. The University complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1964, related Executive Orders 11246 and 11375, Title IX of the Education Amendments Act of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 402 of the Vietnam Era Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, as amended, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Civil Rights Act of 1991, and all civil rights laws of the State of Colorado. Accordingly, equal opportunity of employment and admission shall be extended to all persons and the University shall promote equal opportunity and treatment through a positive and continuing affirmative action program. The Office of Affirmative Action is located in AD 306. In order to assist CSU-Pueblo in meeting its affirmative action responsibilities, ethnic minorities, women, and other protected class members are encouraged to apply and to so identify themselves.