Student Responsibility Guidelines - Expectations for Students

The following are offered as guidelines to help you understand what is expected of you as a Kent State University undergraduate student.

Following them will not guarantee success, but ignoring them could result in problems.The list presented is not comprehensive, but it should present a clear idea of how to conduct yourself at this University.

• Be attentive and alert to learning.
• Be civil to faculty and address them appropriately.
• Perform assignments in a timely manner.
• Come to class on time and leave only at the conclusion of the class.
• Attend class on a regular basis.
• Demonstrate honesty and intellectual integrity in academic pursuits.
• Be courteous to fellow students.
• Contribute to classroom discussion.
• Take levels of classes appropriate to skills.
• Maintain basic skills at the college level.
• Do not come to class under the influence of a substance.
• Take advantage of office hours and keep appointments when you make them.
• Think critically and creatively.
• Alert the instructor to physical disabilities which might affect class work or performance.
• Take responsibility for self-discipline and motivation.
• Make up all missed work.
• Act responsibly.
• Develop effective oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarize yourself with the syllabus.
• Keep questions or comments pertinent to class discussions.
• Do not come to class if your illness will affect others.
• Seek help as needed.
• Do not disrupt class or harass the teacher.
• Tolerate diversity.
• Seek your advisor at appropriate times.
• Familiarize yourself with the catalog.
• Make certain you have access to the course’s books and supplies.