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Georgia State University
Part-Time Faculty Handbook

Contents

Statement of Purpose

Georgia State University promotes the advancement of knowledge through excellence in teaching, research, and public service. The university meets the need for a broad range of educational opportunities in the international atmosphere of the largest population center in Georgia. This location affords students the opportunity to participate in a thriving artistic, economic, scientific, and social learning laboratory. The university serves individual students, other institutions of higher learning, social and government agencies, and a society at large in a creative climate of academic freedom and responsibility. Thus, the university provides direction and leadership by extending the boundaries of knowledge through research, teaching, and scholarly activity.

Georgia State University endeavors to develop in each student a respect for the dignity and worth of the individual; a desire and capacity for critical reasoning; an appreciation and understanding of scholarship and creativity in the arts, humanities, and sciences; the ability to communicate and the skills for continuing to acquire new knowledge. The university assists individuals of all ages to discover and to realize their potential--to become a learning people rather than just learned people--by offering undergraduate, graduate, and advanced professional programs as well as expanded credit and noncredit educational opportunities in the continuing learning experience. The institution focuses on developing the requisites for competence, personal fulfillment, and responsible leadership in business and the professions, in the sciences, in the creative and performing arts, in government, and in public service.

Important Telephone Numbers

Fax
General Information 651-2000
(The prefix for each of the following extensions is (404) 651. On campus, dial "1" before each.)

Affirmative Action Office	-2567	-1598
African American Student Services/Programs	-3609	-1169
Audio-Visual Services	-3311
Bookstore, GSU GSU, Textbooks	-2155 -2166
Credit Union	-2914	-2572
Disability Services	-1487
Human Resources   Benefits   Employment Office (on Campus)   Records and Compensation	-3324 -3330 -2380	-3322 -2826
Health Services (Clinic)	-2229	-1238
Information Systems & Technology    Customer Support Services    Operations Services	-2686 -2659
Key Control	-2115
Lanette L. Suttles Child Development Center	-2025
Library    Library - Circulation Desk    Library - Copy Center    Library - Reference Desk	-2172 -2178 -2164 -2185
Parking - Auxiliary Services	-2150
Payroll	-2323
Ombudsperson	-2220	-4749
Student Services (Dean's Office)	-2204
University Police	-2100

The personnel policies that apply to part-time instructors are delineated in the following section. The paperwork and procedures required by Human Resources are standardized, but individual departments and colleges may have additional requirements.

A.Employment Policies

The regulations governing employment at Georgia State University prohibit discrimination in employment including hiring, upgrading salaries, fringe benefits, training, and other conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, or handicap.

Policies related to employment are included in the Faculty Handbook in the sections indicated below: Civil Rights Compliance (301.01); Affirmative Action (301.02); Individuals with Disabilities (301.03); Accommodation of Religious Practice (301.04); Disabled Veterans and Veterans of the Vietnam Era (301.04); Employment of Relatives (Board of Regents' Policy) (301.06); Employment of Aliens (301.07); Potential Conflict of Interest in Amorous Relationships (301.08); and Harassment Policy and Procedures (206.03).

B. Appointment Procedures

All recommendations for part-time instructor appointments originate with the department chair and are presented for approval by the Chancellor through the dean of the appropriate college, the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs, and the President.

C. Conditions of Employment

The paperwork necessary for hiring part-time instructors is handled through the dean's office of the appropriate college. The following actions are required of all part-time instructors as conditions of employment (additional paperwork and verifications may be required by individual departments or colleges):

1. State Security Questionnaire and Loyalty Oath:
   Under state law, before the approval for part-time teaching can be granted, the state security questionnaire and loyalty oath must be completed and signed.
   
2. Verification of Highest Degree:
   Transcripts must be provided by applicants with a masters or doctorate level degree.
   
3. Personal Data Sheet.
   
4. Statement on Drug Policy.
   
5. Federal and State withholding tax forms.
   
6. Immigration and Naturalization Services Form 1-9:
   This form must be completed within three days of employment.
   
7. Georgia Defined Contribution Plan form:
   Membership in this plan is mandated by the State of Georgia and required for all temporary,  seasonal, and part-time employees of the State of Georgia who are not eligible for membership in the Employees' Retirement System of the Teachers Retirement System. When your employment ends with Georgia State, you are entitled to a refund of all the contributions made to the Georgia Defined Contribution Plan. Please contact Personnel Services Records and Compensation Office when your employment ends for the proper forms.

D. Term of Employment

In compliance with the Board of Regents' policy, Georgia State University has adopted the following policy for the term of employment for part-time instructors:

1. Part-time instructor is a category of employment that is a non-tenure track classification.
   
2. Part-time instructors are employed to teach on a per-course/per-semester basis within a designated academic department. Permission to teach in more than one academic department must be approved by the each of department chairs and the dean(s).
   
3. Part-time instructors are non-contractual and are employed on a per-semester and per-course basis. Part-time instructors hold their employment at the discretion of the President, or Chief Academic Officer, their immediate supervisor without a written contract, either of whom may discontinue the employment of such employees without cause or advance notice.

E. Teaching Load

The teaching load for part-time instructors is limited to two classes per semester. Any exceptions to this policy must be approved by the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs through the department chair and the appropriate dean.

F. Compensation Rates

The dean of each college has been given the discretion by the Provost to set the base rate per course taught which will apply to the college. The minimum base rate per course is $1,600 per semester.

G. Paychecks

Part-time instructors are paid three times per semester during spring and fall semesters in equal increments, generally on the fifteenth of the month. Two paychecks are issued during summer semester. The first paycheck is generally issued one month prior to the date grades are due for the eight week semester and the final paycheck is issued on grades due date for the eight week semester. Arrangements must be made with the hiring department for paycheck pick-up. If the payday falls on a university holiday, paychecks will be distributed on the last workday prior to the holiday.

The university does not cash paychecks or other checks for employees, but automated banking machines are located on campus and there are several bank branches near the campus. Those part-time instructors who are members of the University Credit Union can cash checks at that office.

Working at Georgia State University

A. Identification Cards and Current Semester Cards

All part-time instructors should have an official Georgia State University photographic identification card and a current semester card in their possession at all times while on university property. These two forms of identification are required as proof of part-time instructor status in order to receive university services including parking and library privileges.

1. Current Semester Part-time Instructor Card: Current semester cards are issued to part-time instructors on a semester basis. These cards are distributed through the dean's office of the appropriate college. The current semester card is valid for one semester and when presented with a Georgia State University photographic identification card. Current semester cards are not issued to part-time instructors during semesters when not teaching at Georgia State University.

2. Georgia State University Photographic Identification Card: A GSU photographic identification card can be obtained at the Office of the Registrar, Room 227, Sparks Hall. The current semester card and a picture identification card is necessary to obtain a GSU photographic identification card. The GSU photographic identification card is valid only when presented with a current semester card.

B. Parking and Transportation

Part-time instructors may park in G Deck and have two payment options for parking accommodations. A GSU photographic identification card and a current semester part-time instructor card must be presented to register for a permit. For further information regarding parking services or to obtain parking permits, contact Auxiliary Services, Room 200, University Bookstore Building.

To park in G Deck enter at Collins St., Central Ave., or Courtland St.: The permit (obtained from Auxiliary Services) may be a prepaid or daily rate permit and must be properly displayed on the driver's side of the dashboard at all times. The two payment methods are described below:

1 . Prepaid Permit for G Deck: To prepay for a G Deck permit for the current academic semester, part-time instructors can purchase the permit from Auxiliary Services for $93.60 (cash or check) or the $93.60 may be deducted from paychecks in equal installments throughout the semester.

2. Daily Rate Permit for G Deck: With a daily rate permit, part-time instructors pay for G Deck parking upon entry by paying the attendant $3.00 cash or using a Budget Card ($2.25 debited from the card) per entry. The Budget Card may be purchased at the Budget Card Office on the Collins Street level of the University Center.

In addition to Georgia State parking facilities, several commercial parking lots are located near campus, a few of which offer reduced rates after 4 PM when shown a GSU photographic identification card. Parking services can provide a list of these lots.

To take MARTA to Georgia State, take the east/west rapid rail line to the Georgia State station and exit onto Piedmont Avenue. MARTA transcards, parking passes, and tokens are sold at the parking office. A selection of schedules is also available on the second floor of the University Student Center and on the first floor of Kell Hall.

C. Library Facilities and Services

Primary library resources of Georgia State are housed in two facilities: the William Russell Pullen Library and the College of Law Library. The Pullen Library houses materials that support the university's undergraduate and graduate curriculum needs, research materials and general interest materials. Special facilities include the Johnny Mercer Exhibit, Southern Labor Archives and the Rare Book Collection.

Pullen Library is housed in two buildings, Library North and Library South. The Law Library is on the ground floor of the Urban Life Center.

Part-time instructors must present a GSU photographic identification card and a current semester part-time instructor card to use library services. The following library privileges and guidelines are available for part-time instructors:

1. Due Dates: Regularly circulating library materials checked out to part-time instructors are due on the last day of the semester break. This date is stamped on the date due slip. Materials must be returned or renewed by this date or library privileges will be blocked.

2. Renewals: Library materials may be renewed for the following semester upon presentation of a new semester part-time instructor card and the GSU photographic identification card.

3. Recalls: If an item is requested by another person, a recall notice will be mailed to the part-time instructor. Upon the recall of a library material, the due date is shortened, however the regular 21 day loan period is guaranteed. If the material has already been charged for 21 days, it must be returned by the recall due-date or all library privileges will be blocked.

4. Reserve Items: Reserve materials consist of library materials from the general collection, photocopies, and personal copies of items not owned by the library. These do not include periodicals or reference materials.

Part-time instructors may request materials be placed on reserve by submitting a reserve list at the circulation desk in Library South. These forms are available at the circulation desk and some departments may keep them on file. To guarantee that the materials are on reserve when classes begin, the deadline to submit these lists is prior to the first day of classes. However, reserve lists received after the deadline will be processed as quickly as possible in the order received. To keep materials on reserve for subsequent semesters, a renewal form must be submitted by the deadline stated in the renewal letter.

A confirmation notice is sent to the instructor when the materials have been processed and placed on reserve. Instructors are notified if certain items are not available.

A list of the copyright guidelines may be obtained from the library. For further information regarding the use of copyrighted material, see section 312.02.02 of the Faculty Handbook.

D. University Computers

Part-time instructors may use the computer facilities supported by the Information Systems and Technology department for university-related activities. The main open access lab is located in room 109 of the Library South building. The lab is open on a 24 hour, seven day a week basis. Satellite open access labs with limited hours' are located in Kell Hall (and?) and at our Metro North campus. To reserve a computer lab for your class you may contact Class Scheduling at 651-2862. You may call Customer Support at 651-2686 to assist you in setting up Unix, mainframe or network ID's. A GSU photographic identification card must be presented to have the computer ID's created. You may also call the Help Center at 651-4507 to assist you with any computer related activities.

The availability of computers in the academic departments will vary. Part-time instructors should discuss computer needs related to instructional activities wit their department chair or business manager.

Information Systems and Technology (IS & T) Customer Support Services offers three levels of computer training courses: express, short and in-depth for Georgia State faculty, staff and students. Express courses are task-oriented, 50 minutes in length and offered during the 10:00 AM class break. These courses are free. The short courses are designed to give an attendee a brief overview of an application. Courses are usually two to three hours in length, inexpensive and scheduled to work with TT and MWF class schedules. The in-depth courses are geared for gaining a deeper understanding of an application. These classes are usually six hour sessions in one to three parts. A description of classes can be found in the Schedule of Computer Training Classes available in Library South, Room 106 or Room 109 (the main computer lab). Schedules for classes are mailed to Georgia State faculty and staff approximately two weeks before classes begin. You may call 651-4800 for more information about computer training courses. (EMAIL ADDRESS)

E. Information Systems and Technology's Customer Support Services

Customer Support is located in Library South, Room 106. Contact this office at 651-2686 for obtaining more information or access to the university computers or for directing students who need assistance.

F. Audiovisual Services

Audiovisual Services is located in 102 Kell Hall and provides several aids for instructional purposes. These services include, but are not limited to the following: sound projectors, slide projectors, reel-to reel and cassette recorders, overhead and opaque projectors, videotape, playback and color monitors/televisions. Reservations are required for delivery of equipment to classrooms. A GSU photographic identification card is required to utilize these services.

Most classrooms are equipped with overhead projectors. Many departments and the Library have selections of films and videos available for instructional purposes.

G. Office Keys

Office keys and/or department keys are issued to part-time instructors if necessary for access. If you need a key to an office or department, discuss this need with the department chair. All keys must be returned at the end of the semester, unless otherwise authorized because of teaching consecutive semesters.

H. Textbook Ordering

Textbook orders are coordinated through the academic departments. Give your book order to the department chair or business manager and it will be forwarded to the University Bookstore.

It is important to consult with the department chair or other department coordinator to determine if certain textbooks are required or recommended. Textbook selection is generally the prerogative of the instructor except when departments or colleges have selected textbooks for multiple-section or required courses. In some instances, it may be necessary to use a textbook that was already ordered for a course, particularly in cases when the part-time instructor was retained after book orders were processed.

To become acquainted with the various textbooks from which you may choose, many departments have small libraries stocked with sample textbooks available for review.

I. Bookstore

The University Bookstore is located on the 3rd floor of the University Center. The bookstore sells textbooks, supplies, supplemental reading material, popular fiction and a variety of gift items. Part-time instructors may receive the employee 10 percent discount upon presentation of the GSU photographic identification card and the current semester card. Discounts are not offered on sale merchandise.

J. Desk Copies

Part-time instructors must request desk copies directly from the publisher. In the event that a desk copy is needed before the copy from the publisher arrives, the University Bookstore can lend desk copies to instructors. Part-time instructors must return these borrowed copies to the Bookstore in new condition before the end of each semester. If the book is not returned, your final paycheck will be withheld until the account is cleared. The University policy on ethical behavior with regard to complimentary textbooks is found in section 313.05 of the Faculty Handbook.

K. Clerical Support, Office Space and Telephone Provisions

Part-time instructors should acquaint themselves with the necessary forms, notice (turn-around-time) or work order requirements that are necessary to procure clerical assistance. Confer with the department chair or business manager regarding procedures for submitting materials used for teaching that need typing, reproduction or collating. Determine who in the department processes requests for clerical assistance. It is also necessary to inquire about any departmental guidelines or limits to these services (such as limits the number of class handouts).

Supplies for teaching are also provided by the department. Part-time instructors need to check with the appropriate person to obtain needed materials.

Provisions for office space depend upon overall space availability in the department. In many instances it is necessary for part-time instructors to have common office space. Part-time instructors should discuss their space needs with the department chair in order to receive the best accommodation possible to suit these needs. It is important to point out any other requirements, such as secure storage for test materials or room for reference books needed for teaching.

While most private offices do have telephones, part-time instructors may find themselves without a phone in their office space. Check with the business manager regarding the appropriate phone number to use on the syllabus for student contacts.

Most departments assign mail boxes for all departmental faculty and instructors. This is a location that is often used for department and university mail, messages or a place for students to place assignments or other correspondence.

L. Course Syllabus

Part-time instructors must provide each student with a course syllabus by the end of the first week of class. A copy of the syllabus must also be on file in the department by the end of the first week.

In addition to the specifications listed below, it is important for part-time instructors to consult with the department chair regarding any special syllabus requirements that are unique to the department and/or course. Because syllabi are on file in each department, it may be helpful to review the syllabi used by other faculty.

Course syllabi shall contain the following items of information:

1. complete course title and number; name of instructor, quarter and year;
   
2. statement of instructors accessibility to students outside of class including office hours, office location, and telephone number;
   
3. prerequisites for the course, if any apply;
   
4. objectives of the course, course contents;
   
5. course assignments, including required readings and activities with the due dates;
   
6. specific course's requirements including written and/or oral tests and reports, written assignments, research projects or performances;            
   
7. grading policy; how the final grade is to be determined with respect to the weights assigned   to various course requirements;
   
8. attendance policy (see section 401.03 of the Faculty Handbook); state any specific requirements for attendance;
   
9. list of text(s) or other required course materials;
   
10. make-up examination policy;
    
11. include the following statement: "The course syllabus provides a general plan for the course; deviations may be necessary."
    
12. ALL syllabi should refer to academic honesty policy (see section 409 Faculty Handbook).

In addition to the above items, many departments suggest including on the syllabus the last day to withdraw with a "W," the policy on the assignment of a grade of incomplete and a policy statement on cheating and plagiarism.

M. Department Requirements

Certain departments maintain special requirements for certain courses. It is important to check with the department chair or other department coordinator to ascertain whether special requirements exist for the following items:

1. overflow policy
2. course syllabus
3. examination schedule
4. standardized testing procedures
5. written assignments/research projects
6. required textbooks or other materials

In many departments, the retention of class roll records and grade books is encouraged. Keeping the records for at least one calendar year is advised in the event that a student appeals a grade. Some departments provide space for these records.

Class Organization and Procedures

A. Class Rolls

On the first day of classes each semester, part-time instructors receive initial class rolls from the Office of the Registrar. Late registrants may be added to these rolls only if they present verification (a Confirmation Form) from the Office of the Registrar. Approximately one week after the beginning of the semester, "Verification Rolls" are distributed. These must be checked for accuracy and any students whose names do not appear on these rolls should be sent to the Office of the Registrar or instructed to call the office at 651-2383 for resolution of the problem.

"Official Rolls" are produced after the midpoint of the semester. If errors are detected in the official rolls, these should be brought to the attention of the Office of the Registrar. Final grade rolls are produced the last day of class. Grades are recorded on the grade rolls and returned to the department chair in time for them to be submitted to the Office of the Registrar prior to the noon deadline on the official "Grade Day" indicated on the published University Calendar. Missing rolls may be replaced by contacting the Office of the Registrar.

B. Student Attendance

All matters related to student attendance, including the making up of work missed, is between the student and the part-time instructor except for students who are veterans (see section 401.04 of the Faculty Handbook) and for students required to take Regents' Test Preparation courses.

Part-time instructors, as with all faculty, should include in the syllabus for all classes a clear statement defining the policy on class attendance, missed work, lectures and examinations. Part-time instructors will be responsible for counseling their students regarding the academic consequences of absences from their classes or laboratories. Students are obligated to adhere to the requirements of each course.

In order to withdraw a student from a course for exceeding the established absence policy, the part-time instructor must originate a "withdrawal form" (available from the Office of Academic Assistance or from the Registrar) and indicate in the appropriate space that the student violated the absence policy for the course. The completed form should be forwarded to the Office of the Registrar.

Consideration should be given for short-term absences due to participation in University business, recognized religious holidays of the student's faith, summons to jury duty or similar compelling reasons.

C. Veteran Attendance

Georgia State University has contractual responsibilities for monies paid as Veterans' Benefits. Georgia State is required to report to the Veterans Administration (on a regular basis) absences, progress toward educational objectives and other matters affecting a student's benefits.

Students receiving veterans' benefits must comply with attendance regulations of Georgia State and the Department of Veterans Affairs. No veteran may drop any course or stop attending any class without prior approval of the Office of the Registrar and executing formal withdrawal procedures with that Office and the Office of the Veterans Coordinator. There are no exceptions to this policy.

"Veteran Attendance Rolls" are distributed at the beginning of each semester that lists the veterans enrolled in each course. All veteran students enrolled in a course and receiving benefits for that semester must initial the roll each week. It is the responsibility of the part-time instructor to report to the Veterans Service Office any veteran who has accumulated 10 class days (or two weeks) of consecutive absences. The forms to report non-attendance are available in the Office of Academic Assistance of each college.

D. Withdrawal Procedures

During the official registration period, students will drop courses by Touchtone or TEMPO registration. After the official registration period has ended, students desiring to withdraw from classes must use the TEMPO system from any computer lab or campus or dial-up modem from off-campus. Students -will use the "Student Records" menu to select "withdraw"' from a course. Instructions for withdrawing from a class are available in any computer lab and are printed in the semester Schedule of Classes Bulletin. Questions may be directed to the Office of the Registrar.

After the last day to register for course credit, this procedure must be followed to make the student eligible for a withdrawal grade ("W"). Failure to follow this procedure may result in the awarding of a grade "WF" (withdrawal failing) instead of a 'W" The necessary actions should be taken as soon as the decision to withdraw is made. The date the forms are submitted to the Office of the Registrar will be one factor in determining the student's grade ("W" or "WF").

Students who withdraw after the midpoint of each semester are assigned a grade of "WF" and will not be eligible for a "W" except in cases of hardship. Students should contact the Office of the Dean of Students for approval regarding extenuating circumstances that result in undue hardship (phone 651-2204). If a hardship determination is made, the instructor(s) of the course(s) will then award a grade-of "W" or "WP depending on the student's academic performance. The determination of course grade(s) is independent of the determination of hardship status.

E. Examinations

The number of examinations given during a course is the prerogative of the part-time instructor unless specified by the department.

A final examination is defined as an examination to be given in a class room during the scheduled time and day after the end of classes for the semester. The standard in-class final examination length is two hours. It is expected that a final examination will be given in each course as part of the requirements for the course as stated in the syllabus, unless one of the following conditions apply:

1 . departmental/college policy governs final examinations for the course;
2. the academic nature of the course does not warrant a final examination in the opinion of the instructor;
3. an alternative form of examination to be completed after the end of classes for the semester is given.

The schedule of times and days during which such final examinations are given is printed in the Schedule of Classes Bulletin, which is distributed by the Office of the Registrar. In-class final examinations as designated on the course syllabus must be given at the designated time during the final examination schedule unless a change is authorized prior to the examination time by the dean (or designee) of the college in which the instructor is teaching. After the Dean's Office approves the request, a change in classroom assignment will be arranged.

A student shall not be required to take more than two final examinations within one twenty-four hour period during the published final examination period. More than two examinations within twenty-four hours are hereafter referred to as "clustered examinations."

A student is considered to have an inappropriate clustering of final examinations when more than two examinations fall within twenty-four hours (e.g., examinations at 8:30 AM, 11:30 AM, and 6:00 PM on the same day, or examinations at 6:00 PM on one day, and at 8:30 AM and 2:30 PM on the following day); the student is not considered to have an inappropriate clustering of examinations if the third examination in sequence begins at the same time on the subsequent day as the first examination (e.g., 6:00 PM on one day, and 2:30 PM and 6:00 PM, on the next day.)

Students who have three or more clustered examinations may request of one instructor that the examination be re-scheduled according to the following procedure:

1. If a final examination was re-scheduled and thereby created a "cluster," the instructor of the re-scheduled examination will provide a special administration for the adversely affected student.

2. If one or more of the clustered examinations is a "common examination" with an established conflict resolution time, the student will request to resolve the conflict by taking one of the common examinations in the conflict resolution time. If two or three of the examinations are Acommon examinations", the student may request which "common examination" is to be re- scheduled.

3. If one of the clustered examinations is not a common examination or the result of re- scheduling, the student will request to re-schedule the examination/s scheduled as the middle examination/s. Except in extraordinary circumstances, the instructor is expected to cooperate.

If the student is unable to arrange for one of the examinations to be re-scheduled, the student is to request assistance from the Office of the Dean of his/her college. The student's dean (or designee) in consultation with the dean/s (or designee/s) of the courses involved will designate the examination to be re-scheduled.

Once a student has taken an examination, he or she cannot request a re-examination on the basis of this policy.

F. Grading Policy

The grading system at Georgia State is governed by the Uniform Grading Policy of the University System of Georgia. Letter grades "A," "B, "C", "D", and "F " are given. In addition, grades of "I", "IP", "W", "S", "AU", "K" are used for specific purposes. The "GP" or "grade pending"designations used for pending cases of academic dishonesty. The "NR" grade or "not reported" designation is used temporarily when an instructor fails to turn in the grade on time. "NR", should be used only in extreme emergencies and will be replaced with the actual grade as soon as possible.

Grades of Incomplete: The grade of "I" indicates that a student had completed satisfactorily a substantial portion of the coursework, but for non-academic reasons beyond the student's control, was unable to meet the full course requirements. The assignment of an "I" is granted at the discretion of the instructor.

Part-time instructors should check with the department chair regarding the awarding of an "I". Some departments require the student to complete special forms which delineate the exact responsibilities of the student and the consequences if not completed. In most departments, awarding a grade of "I" is done only in extreme or emergency situations and is avoided if possible.

A student has one quarter to remove an "I" for a course, at which time if the instructor does not file a "Change of Grade" form the grade will convert to a grade of "F". It is the responsibility of the instructor to file the "Change of Grade" form when the work is completed and graded.

If a part-time instructor does award a grade of "I", the department chair should be notified regarding whether or not the instructor will be available the following semester to accept and grade the work when it is submitted by the student.

Change of Grade: A course grade will be changed by the Registrar upon receipt of a properly executed "Change of Grade" form signed by the instructor of the course, the departmental chair, and the dean of the college by which the course is staffed or the dean's designee. In the case of a successful student appeal under the established grade appeals procedure of the college involved, a course grade be changed by the Registrar upon receipt of a "Grade Change Form" signed by the dean of the college by which the course is staffed.

G. Reporting Grades

All final grades must be reported on the forms supplied by the Office of the Registrar no later than the noon deadline of the officially published "Grade Day." Part-time instructors should check with the department regarding the department deadline for grade rolls.

Failure to comply with reporting deadlines results in incomplete grade reports for students and delays to colleges in determining suspension/probation and dean's list. Even an hour's delay beyond the deadline can mean that a grade roll may not be processed with the regular computer report.

The university considers student grades to be private information and prohibits the posting of grades by name or social security number on bulletin boards, classroom or office doors. A student may provide the instructor with a self-addressed stamped postcard or envelope for early receipt of a grade. This policy is derived from the institution's interpretation of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, a federal regulation.

H. Classroom Assignments

Classrooms are assigned to a class, not an individual faculty member or instructor. Classes must be taught in the classroom to which they were assigned. If a classroom is unsatisfactory, a request to change the assignment should be made through the department chair. The Dean's Office will consider the need for an adjustment very carefully before requesting a change.

Classroom chairs and/or tables should not be moved from one room to another. The classrooms are arranged with maximum seating for specific types of classes and cannot be changed without adversely affecting other classes scheduled in the room.

I. Student Evaluation of Faculty/Instructors

In at least two quarters of each academic year, or more frequently if approved by a majority of full-time faculty members within a department, a division, or a college without departments, each faculty member (including part-time and graduate teaching assistants) shall be evaluated by students in all courses the instructor is teaching those quarters. Evaluations shall take place during the last two weeks of the quarter, but NOT during the final examination period.

A. Use: The student evaluations are for purposes of self-improvement and information in the faculty evaluation process, as mandated in Board of Regents (BOR) Policy, Section 803.07. The aggregate data of student evaluation questionnaires shall be given to the instructor with a copy to the department chair or unit head. These aggregate data are available to deans, provided that the instructor and departmental chair accompany the aggregate data to explain their meaning. The Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs or the President, may also review these aggregate data provided the instructor, department chair, and dean accompany the data to explain their meaning. Any written comments by students shall be given to the instructor with copies to the departmental chair or unit head.

B. Administration: The evaluation materials shall be distributed by the departmental chair to each instructor at the appropriate time. Each instructor shall designate a student or staff member to administer the evaluation and shall leave the room during the process. The person designated shall place the completed evaluation materials in the envelope provided, seal it, and deliver the envelope to the office of the departmental chair. The departmental chair shall be responsible for insuring that all evaluations have taken place and shall arrange for transmitting the results to the instructor.

C. Production of Student Evaluation of Instructor Forms: Each college or each department within a college, depending on college policy (hereafter college/department), is responsible for designing and printing student evaluation of instructor (SEI) forms in compliance with the 1985 Senate resolution that established this procedure and for using these forms to evaluate courses taught by that college/department.

D. Distribution of SEI Forms and Related Materials to Instructors:

Envelopes. Each college/department is responsible for providing envelopes that are easily recognizable as belonging to a specific college/department.

Labels. Each college/department will produce computer-generated labels indicating the name of the course instructor, course title, course computer number and number of students enrolled in the course. Each college/department win establish procedures for affixing these labels to the envelopes.

Preparation of SEI packets. Each college/department will prepare an envelope with labels affixed for each course being evaluated for the given semester. Each envelope will contain the instructions for administration of the SEI's (either attached to the envelope or inserted in the envelope) along with a sufficient number of SEI forms for each student in the class.

E. Administration of SEI Forms: Date of administration. The SEI forms are to be administered during the last two weeks of class (excluding final examination week). College/department policy may be more specific as to the period of time within this two week period (e.g., last week of classes). In no cases are SEI forms to be administered during the final examination period since students are expected to be focused on the examinations, rather than on the evaluation of the instructor.

Designation of student to administer SEI forms. During the period specified by the college/department for administration of the SEI forms, the instructor will take the SEI packet to class and designate a student to administer the evaluations. As soon as the student has been designated, the instructor will leave the classroom and will not be involved in the administration of the SEI forms in any manner.

Responsibilities of designated student. The designated student will be responsible for: Distributing a copy of the SEI form to each student in attendance and returning any unused SEI forms to the envelope; reading the instructions provided with the SEI packet to the class, collecting all of the completed SEI forms and returning them to the envelope; sealing the envelope and signing the back of the envelope to indicate that he/she was responsible for collecting and delivering the SEI packet; depositing or returning the completed SEI packet in accordance with the instructions provided with the SEI packet.

F. Deposit or Return of SEI Packets - Courses Taught on Campus: Each college/department will determine which of the two following alternatives (or both) will be incorporated in the instructions to be followed by the designated student for deposit or return of the completed SEI packet:

1. University dropboxes. The Dean of Students Office (DOS) is designated by the Provost to be responsible for the placement of an adequate number of on-campus dropboxes labeled "STUDENT EVALUATION FORMS." Through procedures established in coordination with the Associate Deans' Group, the DOS will collect completed SEI packets from these dropboxes during certain days of the quarter with specified frequency. The DOS staff will deliver the sealed SEI packets to the college/department identified on the envelope in accordance with the schedule specified in the procedures.

For colleges/departments which utilize university dropboxes, the instructions will indicate that the designated student is to deposit the sealed SEI packet immediately in the dropbox nearest to the classroom in which the SEI was administered.

2. Return directly to college/department. College/department instructions may specify that the designated student, immediately after administration of the SEI forms, return the sealed SEI packet to a departmental or college office specified in the instructions. In this process, the college/department must have staff available to receive the packet or must have a tamper-proof depository which will maintain security for the packets.

G. Deposit or Return of SEI Packets - Courses Taught at Off-Campus Locations: For courses taught at off-campus locations, colleges/departments are responsible for developing policies and procedures for the return of sealed SEI packets that are consistent with those policies and procedures utilized for the return of sealed SEI packets for on-campus courses.

H. Preparation, Analysis and Return of SEI Data: Colleges/departments are responsible for developing procedures for preparing the op-scan forms for scanning on University optical scanning equipment. Colleges/departments are also responsible for the subsequent analysis or statistical summary of the SEI forms and providing that summary to the instructor and department chair.

After scanning, the SEI forms are to be returned to the department (along with copies of any analysis) on a timely basis. The SEI forms are to be retained by the department chair and a copy or transcription of the written comments (if any) is to be provided to the instructor in a timely manner, but not before the date set by the Registrar for grades to be turned in.

Retention of SEI Data by Departments. The original SEI forms and any related analysis (hereafter SEI materials) are to be retained as follows: The SEI materials pertaining to courses taught by instructors who are not full-time faculty win be kept by the department chair for a minimum of one year beyond the academic term in which the course was offered, except if an appeal is pending that raises questions about the teaching performance of the instructor. In this case the SEI materials shall be retained until all appeals are exhausted or until the appeal is dropped.

J. Requests Under Georgia Open Records Act: In a letter of January 20, 1988, the Attorney General of the State of Georgia ruled that student evaluations of academic courses are subject to disclosure under the Georgia Open Records Act. Accordingly, through the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, SEI data are provided at cost to the Student Government Association at its request. Any other requests for access to the data under the Georgia Open Records Act are to be referred to the University's Office of Legal Affairs.

Source: Associate Deans' Group, approved by the Senate Faculty Affairs Committee, May, 1996.

J. Academic Honesty

Georgia State University, as part of the academic community, expects students to recognize and uphold standards of intellectual and academic integrity. A basic and minimum standard of conduct in academic matters is required of students, which mandates that they be honest and submit for credit only the products of their own efforts. Both the ideals of scholarship and the need for practices that are fair require that all dishonest work be rejected as a basis for academic credit. They also require that students refrain from any and all forms of dishonorable conduct in the course of their academic work.

The definitions presented below are intended to clarify for the instructor the standards by which academic honesty and academically honorable conduct may be judged. This list is not exhaustive; however these examples may be used to illustrate to students the standards of behavior expected of them by the University.

1. Plagiarism: Plagiarism is presenting another person's work as ones own. It includes any paraphrasing or summarizing of the works of another person without acknowledgment, including the submitting of another student's work as one's own. Plagiarism frequently involves a failure to acknowledge in the text, notes, or footnotes the quotation of paragraphs, sentences, or even a few phrases written or spoken by someone else. The submission of research completed papers or projects prepared by someone else or the use of research sources gathered by someone else when forbidden by the instructor is considered plagiarism. Failure to acknowledge the extent and nature of one's reliance on other sources is also a form of plagiarism. Other forms may be unique to an individual discipline or assignment.

The student is responsible for understanding the conditions under which plagiarism may occur and the consequences such action.

2. Cheating on Examinations: Cheating on examinations involves giving or receiving unauthorized help before, during or after an examination. This may include the use of notes, texts, or "crib sheets" during an examination (unless approved by the instructor), or sharing information with another student during an examination. Other examples include intentionally allowing another student to view one's own examination and collaboration before or after an exam if such is forbidden by the instructor.

3. Unauthorized Collaboration: Submission for academic credit of a work product, or a part thereof, represented as being one's own effort, which has been developed in substantial collaboration with or with assistance from another person or source, (or to provide such assistance) is a violation of academic honesty.

4. Falsification: It is a violation of academic honesty to misrepresent material or fabricated information in an academic exercise or assignment.

5. Multiple Submissions: It is a violation to submit substantial portions of the same work for credit more than once without the explicit consent of the instructor(s) to whom the material is submitted. In cases of cumulative work or in a sequence of courses, use of prior work may be desirable or required, therefore the student is responsible for indicating in writing that the work is cumulative in nature.

Members of the academic community, including part-time instructors are expected to report suspected violations of the standards of academic conduct (see section on Student Discipline below.)

K. Student Discipline

Part-time instructors are encouraged to discuss any disciplinary problems with the department chair. At their discretion, the instructor and chairman with the approval of the dean of the college may confer with the Dean of Students and may refer the case to the Committee on Student Discipline. The exact procedures for reporting. are on file in the offices of the deans of each college and the Office of the Dean of Students.

The Committee on Student Discipline is comprised of the Dean of Students and elected members of the faculty and is empowered to act in all disciplinary cases, including violations of academic honesty and theft. The Dean of Students may reject, in writing, any committee decision and refer the case to the President's Administrative Council.

The 'Conduct code, known as "The Statement on Rights and Responsibilities," is published in On-Campus and the General Catalog.

Academic Support for Students

The following sections are intended to acquaint the part-time instructor with the variety of student support services provided by the University. In working with students, this should assist the part-time instructor in directing students to the appropriate office for assistance.

A. Learning Assistance Unit

The Learning Assistance Unit provides assistance to students who want to be more effective or efficient in their study techniques. Small group instruction is offered in many areas including reading comprehension, speed reading, time management, test taking and concentration. Students can register for a variety of workshops or participate in the Study Skills Circus, a two-day workshop offered at the beginning of each quarter to help students improve academic performance. Students can make appointments by contacting the Learning Assistance Unit.

B. Writing Center

The Writing Center is sponsored by the Department of English and is a resource for any student needing advice, tutoring, or editing assistance. This Center is also designed to provide support services for students taking composition, other English courses, or preparing for the Regents' Examination.

C. Mathematics Assistance Complex

Sponsored by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science, the Mathematics Assistance complex provides tutorial services for students enrolled in mathematics courses.

D. Computer Facilities

Available in the Computer Center and other designated classrooms on campus are computer terminal facilities for faculty and student use. For information regarding access to computer terminals, contact Customer Support Services at 651-4515 or Room 109 Library South.

E. Student Support Services Program

The Student Support Services Program provides tutoring, counseling, reading and advocacy for eligible students. Disabled students are emphasized in the program. Services are provided for students with visual, auditory, orthopedic, medical, or learning disabilities. Also eligible are students from educationally and/or financially disadvantaged backgrounds.

Instructors are encouraged to refer eligible students to program staff.

F. Office of Disability Services

Support services for faculty, staff and students with disabilities are available through two offices. The Director of Disability Services and the Student Support Services Office (see previous section), work together in providing services for persons with disabilities.

The College Student with a Disability: A Faculty Handbook contains a wealth information, written specifically for faculty. If a part-time instructor thinks that this information would be helpful, contact the Director of Disability Services.

G. Cooperative Education Program

The Cooperative Education program is designed to enhance the educational experience of students by providing them the opportunity to alternate or intersperse periods of meaningful work related to their academic fields or areas of career interest with periods of academic study. The program blends theory with practice and offers the student practical experience and insight into human relations. If a student is interested in this type of program, refer them to the Office of Cooperative Education.

H. African American Student Services and Programs

The Office of African American Student Services and Programs (OAASS&P) was established in December 1990 in the Division of Academic Affairs. It serves as a liaison between Student Affairs and Academic Affairs on topics related to African American students, faculty, and staff

The actions of the OAASS&P focus in areas such as cultural, ethnic, and racial awareness, diversity appreciation, community service, degree completion, leadership training, organizational development, and institutional resources. To achieve this focus, the OAASS&P sponsors, or co-sponsors, a number of academic, cultural, and student development programs and services.

The office helps recruit and retain African American students, faculty and staff through such efforts as the Minority Advising Program, mentoring, tutorials, 'interest inventories, scholarship searches, peer advising& and networking. The OAASS&P is located in Room 431 University Center for further information.

University Services

Below is a list of services provided by the University. These services are available to part-time instructors during semesters when teaching.

A. Campus Safety

The Georgia State University Police Department is located at One Park Place South, but must be entered at 15 Edgewood Avenue. It is staffed twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week

and is the primary unit responsible for law enforcement on the campus. All local and state laws are enforced by the Georgia State Police Department on the Georgia State campus. The Georgia State Police also provides safety services and conducts programs to inform students, faculty and staff about safety and security measures.

The staff employed by the department are sworn police officers who are certified by the Peace Officer Standards and Training Council of Georgia. These police officers are supported by a corps of police cadets, student assistants and supporting staff members.

Continuous patrol, by vehicles, foot, and bike promotes quick response to incident calls. The officers are visible on campus and on the streets adjacent to Georgia State both night and day.

B. Security Services

Georgia State police personnel make presentations to new employees year-round to discuss campus safety and security services. Information regarding these sessions can be obtained by contacting the Crime Prevention Unit at 651-2130.

1. Emergency Call Boxes: Located in parking lots, parking decks, some buildings, and plaza areas, the boxes are identified by emergency signs and flashing blue lights. These boxes are activated by opening the door on the box and pushing a call button on the inside. The caller is connected directly to the police dispatcher.

2. Safety Escort Service: The escort service is intended to help individuals safely reach parking lots and decks, public transportation and other locations in the vicinity of the university. This

service is available any time and van escort service is usually available from 6:30 PM to 11:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Call 651-2100 for either service.

3. Service Truck: A service truck driven by police cadets to assist with battery "jump starting," retrieving keys locked in cars and changing tires is usually available upon request. Hours of operation are from 10 AM to 11 PM, Monday through Friday during classes and for shorter hours between semesters. Call 651-2100 or use an emergency call box to request assistance.

4. Operation I.D.: To help protect against theft both at home and on campus, engravers may be checked out at the Police Operations Desk and an information brochure is available detailing the purpose of the process. Operation I.D. stickers for doors and windows are also provided.

5. Lost and Found: The Georgia State police department accepts and holds found objects at the

Information Desk, located at 15 Edgewood Avenue.

C. Access to Facilities

During academic quarters, Georgia State University buildings are unlocked and open for free access from 7 AM to 11 PM., Monday through Friday, except for Pullen Library which closes at 6:00 PM on Fridays. Buildings may close earlier when classes are not in session, such as during holidays, between semesters and on weekends. While it is often necessary to work in a building during hours when it is officially closed, it is discouraged.

Faculty and staff requiring access to a building after hours will need to present a Georgia State University identification and a semester card for the current semester to a security representative, who will then arrange access to a building. Doors which provide access to the outside of buildings are locked by police cadets after 11 PM, Monday through Friday.

For further information about any of these programs or policies or to report a crime, suspicious behavior or an unsafe condition call 651-2100. In case of an Emergency please call 651-3333.

D. Testing Service

A test-scoring service with item analysis is available to instructors. Individual student reports are also available, if requested, which provides students with an individual report of incorrect answers. Most departments have on file the opscan forms that are required to use this service. The forms come in 84 and 200 item format. If you use a form that is not furnished by the department, check with the Testing Center to ensure that it is compatible with the test-scoring service. The Testing Center is located in Room 309 Counseling Center.

E. Computer Center's Client Services

Client Services is located in Room 109 Library South. Contact this office at 651-4515 for obtaining more information or access to the university computers or for directing students who need assistance.

F. Health Clinic

Georgia State Health Services is located in Room 147 Sparks Hall. The hours are Monday through Thursday from 9:30 AM - 7:00 PM, and from 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM on Fridays. Between semester, hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM.

The mission of Health Services is to address the continuously changing health care needs of the University population by providing high quality medical care, the treatment of minor illnesses and injuries and the promotion of disease prevention and health education. In addition, the department is committed to providing an environment characterized by professionalism, openness, honesty and confidentiality.

The services provided are numerous, that include immediate medical attention for injuries and illnesses such colds/flu, strep/sore throat, bronchitis, ear aches, sprains/strains and minor cuts/lacerations. There is also a pharmacist and a lab service available for blood and culture specimens. Appointments are required. Limited "walk-in" visits are available for acute illnesses.

Presentation of a current GSU photographic identification card is required for services. The cost is included in registration fees for current Georgia State students. There are additional charges for medications and lab services which can range in price from fifty cents to forty five dollars. Georgia State faculty and staff must sign a payroll deduction form or pay in cash for each semester in which services are to be rendered.

For further information, contact Health Services at (404) 651-2229 or (404) 651-1171.

G. Lost and Found

A lost-and-found service is maintained by Police Operations. If an employee finds or loses an article on campus, he or she should notify Police Operations in One Park Place (enter on 15 Edgewood Avenue).

H. Post Office

All employees are encouraged to use their home addresses for receiving personal mail due to the heavy load of official mail passing through the university Post Office. For your convenience however, stamps are sold and letters and packages may be mailed from the university. An automated postal vending service is available 24 hours a day in Kell Hall. The use of university supplies or university postage meters for affixing postage to personal, non-university mail is strictly prohibited.

I. Recreational Services

The division of Recreational Services operates year round, serving Georgia State faculty, staff, students and active alumni. Employees are encouraged to use the recreational facilities and participate in recreational programs during their nonduty hours. Proper Georgia State identification is required. All program and facility information is available in the Recreational Rap-Up brochure each semester at news stands located at major locations around the university.

The major facilities, housed in the Physical Education Complex, include a new combined aerobic exercise and weight training room (recreation exercise center), combatives room, dance studio, 3 gymnasia, 2 outdoor-lighted tennis courts, 25 yard swimming pool and diving well, and locker rooms. Normal hours of operation are weekdays from 7:00 AM until 9:00 PM, and Saturdays from10:00 AM until 5:00 PM (closed on weekends during the summer).

Recreation Intramurals offers over 25 league sports and tournaments each year. Recreational Services offers a variety of sports clinics and classes which include (but are not limited to) such sports as aerobics, weight lifting & martial arts, swimming scuba, and more than 150 outdoor excursions each year. Outdoor equipment is also available on a rental basis.

The university operates the Indian Creek Recreation area on South Indian Creek Drive in Dekalb county (20 minutes from the main campus). This facility has a swimming pool and a lodge (which is available for reservation to authorized university groups,) picnic grounds, tennis, volleyball, and a challenge adventure ropes course. The pool is open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Family passes are available. The Panthersville Athletic/Intramural fields, also located in Dekalb county, offer large fields for softball, soccer, touch football and picnic areas.

J. Lanette L. Suttles Child Development Center

The Lanette L. Suttles Child Development Center was established in 1970 to serve, primarily, the children of students enrolled at Georgia State University. As an integral part of the Early Childhood Education Department, the center is able to offer a flexible schedule of child care to students while they are in class or engaged in class related activities. From 7:30 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through Thursday, and 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM on Friday, quality child care is offered on an hourly basis to children age 3 months to 5 years, and to children ages 6 to 9 years after public school hours - a total of approximately 200 children.

Beginning in the fall of 1996, we will offer full-time child care to the Georgia State University community along with our current flex-schedule care. We hope by expanding our service we can reach an even broader population and further our primary goal of providing the best care and education for our children.

• Student infants and toddlers $4.00/hour
• Staff and faculty infants and toddlers$5.00/hour
• Student preschool and school age$3.00/hour
• Staff and faculty preschool and school age $4.00/hour
• Liability coverage is under the Georgia State University umbrella policy, and individual accident
• Insurance for children is covered by a small fee paid by parents.

This facility is licensed by Georgia Department of Human Resources Child Care Licensing, and fully accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children. Our child/staff ratio exceeds that required by the state licensing guidelines, and at present our infant ratio is 1 to 3, our toddler, 1 to 5, and our preschool, 1 to 8. This allows us to provide an environment that reflects the best in current child development and learning theories.

Our facility is housed in the Georgia State University Alumni Hall building and covers 14,000 square feet of its ground floor. This space includes 4-5 classrooms, 4 observation rooms, a fully licensed kitchen, conference rooms, a lounge, a laundry room, several offices, bathrooms, and a playground.

To address the needs and concerns of our parents, the Child Development Center provides ongoing discussions and workshops for parents at the center. Our qualified staff also conducts training programs for numerous other child care facilities, both at the center and off-site around the city, state, and nation. The opportunity to observe master teachers at work provides an invaluable service to the community as well as to Georgia State University students and parents.

K. Copy Facilities

Capital Copy operates a full-service facility on the third floor of the Pullen Library. Services that are available include binding, special copying requests, passport photos and fax services. Self-service, coin operated photocopy machines are located in the Pullen Library on the first floor and second floor of the library, as well as in the Law Library.

Discount copy cards for the self-serve copiers are available at both locations.

L. Federal Credit Union

A federally-chartered credit union which serves the needs of Georgia State faculty and staff is available to part-time instructors. In order to join the credit union, part-time instructors must do so during a semester when teaching, but do not forgo their membership when they are no longer employed at the university.

There is a minimal charge and balance requirement for membership. The University Credit Union offers a variety of banking services. For more information, call 651-2914 or visit the office at Suite 542 One Park Place South.

M. Food Services and Facilities

The Office of Auxiliary, Services coordinates university food services. Food services facilities are open Monday through Saturday. Vending machines are available throughout the week on a 24-hour basis. Operating hours may vary during the quarter breaks and on holidays. The food service facilities include the following:

University Center Food Court: Located on the third floor of the University Center and serves a full range of foods including breakfast, lunch and dinner meals.

Plaza Café: Located on the third floor of the Urban Life Center and serves a full breakfast and lunch menu.

Pizza Hut: Located on the first floor of the University Bookstore Building and serves pizza and more.

Subway: Located on the ground floor of Kell Hall and has deli sandwiches, drinks and snack items. Vending machines are available at this location.

General Policies

A. Academic Freedom

All part-time instructors, like all faculty, are entitled to enjoy and to exercise without penalty for such exercises all the rights of an American citizen as well as the rights of academic freedom as they are understood generally in the teaching profession.

B. Use of Copyrighted Material

Repeated use of multiple copies of copyrighted material in the classroom may constitute a violation of the federal copyright law. The law provides that a violator may face individual damages for such violations, and that the liability insurance policy of the University might not cover such damages if University policy against the improper use of copyrighted materials is violated.

Copyrighted materials can only be reproduced and used in the classroom setting if one of two

conditions is met. First, the material must be used in accordance with the concept of fair use. The

American Association of Publishers has developed guidelines for multiple copying for classroom use which clearly constitute fair use (see section 313.01 of the Faculty Handbook.) Second, if material to be used in the classroom exceeds the fair use requirements, then it can be used only if permission for such use is received from the copyright owner.

The use of video-taped recordings of broadcast television programming for educational purposes may also be a violation of the copyright law. Again, such material may only be used if it constitutes a fair use of the copyrighted material or permission for the use is obtained.

C. Policy On Alcohol and Illegal Drugs

1. Alcohol and Illegal Drugs: Georgia State University is committed to fostering good health and well-being among its students, faculty and staff As part of this commitment, Georgia State University complies with and upholds all federal, state and local laws regulating or prohibiting the possession, use or distribution of alcohol or illicit drugs.

As a recipient of federal funds, Georgia State adheres to the provisions of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1988. Also, as a member institution of the University System of Georgia and the state of Georgia, the university adheres to Georgia=s Drug Free Postsecondary Educational Act of 1990. In compliance with these laws, all students, faculty and staff are notified of the standards of conduct that the university will apply to all activities conducted on university-owned property and to other university-sponsored activities conducted on university-owned property and to other university-sponsored activities as provided in the University Alcohol and Drug Policy.

2. University Standards, Sanctions and Penalties:

A. Standards of Conduct: All Georgia State faculty, staff and students are prohibited by the university from unlawfully using, possessing, manufacturing, dispensing, distributing or trafficking alcohol or illegal drugs on university-owned property or at university-sponsored activities. Moreover, Georgia State expects all of its faculty, staff, students and university- sponsored organizations to comply with all federal, state or local laws pertaining to the use, possession, manufacture, dispensation or distribution of alcohol or illegal drugs.

B. University sanctions and penalties: Any member of the Georgia State faculty, staff or student body who violates any of the standards of conduct shall be subject to corrective disciplinary actions and penalties up to and including expulsion from university academic programs, termination of employment and referral to the appropriate federal, state or local authorities for prosecution in the courts.

D. Ethical Behavior with Regard to Complimentary Textbooks

The selling of complimentary copies of textbooks adversely affects the entire academic community.

The University endorses the following guidelines:

1. Complimentary textbooks are not to be resold for profit. The books may be maintained for faculty reference or contributed to a library for student reference.
   
2. Solicitors for complimentary copies are forbidden from campus.
   
3. The campus bookstore may not sell copies which are identifiable as complimentary copies whatever their source may be.

Appendix SUB-A

Statements Regarding Standards of Conduct For Faculty, Students and Staff

1. Policies of the Board of Regents, University System of Georgia:
    Section 800-J. Personnel Policy on Reasons for Dismissal;
    Section 802.01 Policy on Equal Employment Opportunity;
    Section 803.11 Policy on Removal of Faculty Members;
    Section 803.12 Policy on Suspension for Violation of State or Federal Laws'
    Section 401.02 Student Affairs Policy on Non-Discrimination;
    Section 1903 Miscellaneous Policy on Disruptive Behavior;

2. Georgia State University Statutes:
    Article M, Section 23 B 10 & 11;
    Article M, Section 24 A,

3. Georgia State University Faculty Handbook:
    Section 317.02;

4. Georgia State University Classified Employee Handbook:
    Disruptive Behavior,
    Examples of Unsatisfactory Work Performance;

5. Georgia State University Undergraduate Co-curricular Affairs Handbook:
    Statement on Rights and Obligations;
    Alcohol and Drug Policy;
    Hazing Policy;
    Peer Harassment Policy;
    Sexual Harassment Policy

6. Undergraduate and Graduate Catalogs:
    Policies on Sexual Harassment and Disruptive Behavior

Appendix SUB-B

Examples of Sexual Harassment

Sexual attention that is unwanted may constitute sexual harassment. The behavior may be blatant or subtle, explicit or implicit, verbal or non-verbal. Examples of the verbal or physical conduct that may be prohibited by Part 1, Section III include, but are not limited to:

1. unwelcome sexual intercourse or other physical assault;
   
2. direct or implied threats that submission to sexual advances will be a condition of employment, work status, promotion, grades, or letters of recommendation;
   
3. direct sexual propositions;
   
4. a pattern of conduct that causes discomfort or humiliation, or both, through one or more of the following directed at a person: (a) unwelcome touching, patting, pinching, hugging, or brushing against a person's body, (b) inappropriate remarks of a sexual nature about a person's clothing or body; (c) inappropriate remarks about sexual activity or speculations about previous sexual experience; (d) impeding or blocking of movement; (e) suggestive sounds, whistles, or gestures; or (f) sexual insults; and
   
5. a pattern of conduct (not legitimately related to the subject matter of a course or function of the job) that causes discomfort or humiliation, or both through one or more of the following: (a) sexual innuendo; (b) sexually explicit statements, questions, jokes, or anecdotes; or (c) posting of nude pin-up pictures.

Note that an isolated comment usually does not meet the hostile environment definition of sexual harassment. Hostile-environment harassment usually requires repeated instances of offensive behavior.

Appendix SUB-C

Harassment Ombudsperson

The university ombudsperson will be appointed by the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs. Normally the ombudsperson will be a tenured faculty member who has counseling skills. As candidates apply for the job initially and as replacements, the Faculty Affairs and Student Life and Development Committees of the University Senate will review their qualifications and make recommendations to the Vice President.

The university ombudsperson will report directly to the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs in his or her role as ombudsperson. The ombudsperson will be given adequate release time to carry out the job of ombudsperson and. to present sexual harassment education programs as needed.

The university ombudsperson will be provided support services from the university as needed.

These night include training opportunities, a private telephone fine, and an office space that allows privacy. If is also expected that the university president and other senior administrative officials will support the ornbudsperson's role consistently and in a visible way and that they Will facilitate access to university attorneys and the Affirmative Action Office.

Approved University Senate 4-21-92

Edited 9-16-92