ENGL 1302 Syllabus

Your Instructor’s Contact Information

Instructor: LiAundra Grace Office Phone: NA
Office Location: NA Student Success
Hours:
(Times when By appointment only.
E-mail: [email protected] professor is available
to answer questions)

Course Information
Composition & Rhetoric
Course Title: Term and Year: Fall 2024
II
Course Subject: ENGL Class Days and Times: D2L
Course Number and
Section:
1302 - 5027 Class Room Location: D2L
Total Contact Hours:
Credit Hours: 3 48
(All hrs. x 16)

Prerequisites:

Completion of ENGL 1301 with a 'D' or better.

Co-requisites: N/A

Required Book(s):

Everyone’s an Author with Readings, 4th Edition, ISBN 978-1-324-04527-4; and The Little Seagull Handbook, 5th
Edition, ISBN 978-1-324-06000-0

Required and/or Recommended Course Materials: Reliable internet access. Many students find that Google
Chrome works best as the web browser for doing required D2L activities (especially videos). Safari users tend to
report the most problems with D2L activities.

Required Technology: Students will be expected to utilize computer technology while enrolled in classes,
certificate, and/or degree programs within Lone Star College. The specific requirements for this course are listed
below:

Students will be required to access the syllabus, quizzes, videos, discussion boards, assignment drop-boxes,
weblinks, and various other items online, via Brightspace D2L; students will also need to use their Lonestar
email address (D2L) for this class.

Make sure you check your mylonestar and D2L EMAIL daily. I regularly send important messages to the class and
to individual students—especially through D2L email and course “Announcements”—including notices about
upcoming deadlines or missed deadlines. So, be sure to check D2L email daily and enable “Notifications” for class
“Announcements.”

Internet access is required for online quizzes, online assignment submissions, and discussion boards. A
computer (and not a phone) is required for completing the simulations, but a phone is enough to
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complete all the activities assigned. Webcam is required for tests. Chromebooks are not allowed in tests
(since they cannot run Lockdown browser), etc.

Department (Administration) Contact Information

Department/Division Contact: Dean Jason LaPres, [email protected]

Catalog Description:

Intensive study of and practice in the strategies and techniques for developing research-based expository and
persuasive texts. Emphasis on effective and ethical rhetorical inquiry, including primary and secondary research
methods; critical reading of verbal, visual, and multimedia texts; systematic evaluation, synthesis, and
documentation of information sources; and critical thinking about evidence and conclusions.

Student Learning Outcomes:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of individual and collaborative writing processes.
2. Develop ideas with appropriate support and attribution, following standard style guidelines in documenting
sources.
3. Write in a style appropriate to audience and purpose.
4. Read, reflect, and respond critically to a variety of texts.
5. Use edited American English in academic essays.

Core Curriculum Statement:

This is a class in Core Curriculum as administered by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board. This
course is designed to provide instruction in the following Core Objectives:

• Critical Thinking Skills (CT) – creative thinking, innovation, inquiry, and analysis, evaluation and synthesis
of information.
• Communication Skills (COM) – effective development, interpretation and expression of ideas through
written, oral and visual communication.
• Teamwork (TW) – ability to consider different points of view and to work effectively with others to support
a shared purpose of goal.
• Personal Responsibility (PR) – ability to connect choices, actions and consequences to ethical decision-
making.

Instructor Guidelines and Procedures

Students are responsible for knowing and following the guidelines related to all of the online links below.

Attendance: In accordance with English Department guidelines, if a student misses 20% of a class, the instructor
has the right to fail the student based solely on attendance.

DAILY PARTICIPATION IS VITAL. Your success in this course will be the direct result of frequently accessing the
online course environment and actively participating throughout the course. You should plan to log in and do
meaningful work in D2L at least 4 times a week. Many students find it beneficial to log in every weekday and to
take smaller but more frequent bites out of all the required activities.

IMPORTANT NOTE on D2L “Attendance”: In this online class, attendance will be calculated by way of assignment

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submission. Students who fail to complete the required activities for Week One, at any point before “W” Day, may
be administratively dropped by the instructor.

Email Policy
Since this is a class which focuses on communication, all communication from you is fair game for teachable
moments. I understand that many students approach emailing in a similar way to texting where the norms are
brevity and informality; however, professional emails will be essential to your future success, so when emailing me,
please adhere to the guidelines below. Emails that do not meet these guidelines may be returned for a second
attempt.

• Use a clear subject line.

• Use a greeting and signature.
• Let me know what class you are in and to which assignment you are referring.
• Use standard and proper punctuation, spelling and grammar.
• Do your part in solving what you need to solve, including referencing the syllabus and specific assignment
requirements.
• Remember expectations of respect.

Please read the following link for further guidance and suggestions:
https://www.insidehighered.com/views/2015/04/16/advice-students-so-they-dont-sound-silly-emails-essay.

Assignments:
Major Essays: There are 4 major essays in this course. All major essays will be submitted to D2L in an
acceptable file format (.doc, .docx, or .pdf) and will follow the style format outlined in the instructions
(MLA, APA, or CMS).

Minor Essays: There are 4 minor essays that will be submitted online via D2L in an acceptable file format
(.doc, .docx, or .pdf). Minor Essays consist of practice activities centered around the writing process and
writing structures to support our Collaborative Research Project (CRP).

Quizzes: There are 12 quiz assignments. Quizzes will be accessed under the Quizzes tab, as well as,
under the Assignments > Quizzes.

Discussions: There are 4 discussions that are centered around texts and activities to support our
Collaborative Research Project. In an effort to strengthen understanding on the key components of
argumentation and rhetoric, students will actively engage in discussions.

Late Work Policy: Click or tap here to enter text.

All assignments are due by the “due dates” given on the Semester Schedule in D2L and are late if
submitted after that. Lateness on assignments, especially consistent lateness, will hamper your ability to
succeed in the course; and, because late submissions disrupt the flow of learning and instruction, I can’t
guarantee how quickly I’ll be able to grade them and give feedback on them. I want to emphasize
strongly, though, that it’s in your best interest to complete assignments by their stated dates. Not doing
so will quickly get you behind and make it very challenging to succeed in the course.

Major Essays (ONLY) are accepted according to the following guidelines:

• 24 hours late – 10% grade deduction of earned grade
• More than 48 hours late – No credit awarded

*Late work ONLY consists of major essays. This does NOT apply to the Collaborative Research Project,
minor essays, quizzes, or discussions. A Collaborative Research Project and any minor essay, quiz, or
discussion not submitted on time will not receive credit.

Make-up Assignments:

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Since assignments and due dates are given in advance, there is not a need for time extensions or make-up
assignments. Do not ask. In the event of an emergency, please contact your instructor as soon as possible. It is not
acceptable for you to wait until the due date has passed to request an extension on missed work. You must
communicate your needs in advance. Waiting until the last minute to complete or submit an assignment will usually
result in you hitting roadblocks that are beyond your control. Unfortunately, losing power, losing internet service, or
working later than usual does not warrant a time extension.

Other Instructor Policies:

Communication & Response Time Policy: The most effective way to reach me is via email. You may contact me
directly at [email protected]. Contacting me using the D2L email may result in a delayed response.

Any communication sent Monday – Thursday will generally be answered within 24 hours. Communication sent Friday
– Sunday will be answered first thing Monday morning.

Feedback Policy: You can expect to receive grades for your submitted work within two weeks after assignments
have been submitted.

Academic Integrity Policy: All student work for this course must be original to the student and original to
the course. This means, among other things, that you cannot submit a paper for this class that you wrote for a
different class. If clear evidence of academic dishonesty is found for any assignment, 0 points for the assignment
will be recorded. If a second incident of academic dishonesty occurs, an F for the course grade will be recorded.
Any unauthorized use of generative artificial intelligence tools for coursework constitutes a violation of the LSC
Academic Integrity Policy.

Grade Determination:

Your grade will be Details Points Percent of

determined by the (if applicable) Final
following Average
Quizzes Syllabus & D2L Quiz, MLA and 9%
APA Style Quiz, Rhetoric, The
Writing Process, Fact & Opinion
Discussions Completion of 4 required 8%
Discussions.(See D2L
“Collaboration” > “Discussions”)
Minor Essays Rhetorical Analysis, Argumentative 8%
Structures, Proposal, Peer Review
(all essays 250-300 words)
(See D2L “Course Activities” >
“Assignments”)
Major Essays Persuasive – 500 words 75%
Annotated Bib. – 1200-1500 words
Argumentative – 1000 words
Final – 900 words
(See D2L “Course Activities” >
“Assignments”)
Total: 100%

Final Examinations
A final evaluation activity will occur during the published final evaluation period. The appropriate dean must
approve any variation to this schedule. http://www.lonestar.edu/examschedule.htm

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Letter Grade Assignment:
The chart given below explains how the final grades will be computed.

Letter Grade
A 90-100%
B 80-89%
C 70-79%
D 60-69%
F Below 60%

Evaluation of Instruction:
Lone Star College-CyFair is committed to acting intentionally about student success. As part of our institutional
effectiveness efforts, our instructors are assessed in several ways. For the continuous improvement of our
instruction, you are encouraged to provide input for each course you take each semester using the Course
Evaluations Questionnaire, which can be accessed through your myLoneStar account. This occurs approximately
half way through your course, and you will be notified when surveys are available for completion. Instructions on
how to access and complete the Course Evaluations Questionnaire can be found by logging into your account at
https://my.lonestar.edu/psp/ihprd/?cmd=login and clicking on Links on the menu on the left side of the screen and
select Course Evaluations. The college deans review these evaluations each semester. Additionally, the deans
and/or department chairs may visit each instructor’s class at some time during the semester to observe the
instructional environment being provided and complete an assessment of the instructor.

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Tentative Instructional Outline:
The outline below will provide a list of any required or recommended readings and a general description
of the subject matter of each lecture or discussion.

Important Dates for Spring 2025

Event Dates listed below are for a 16-week course
Class Begins August 26th, 2024
Official Day of Record September 9th, 2024
Midpoint Day of Record (MDR) November 1st, 2024
Withdrawal “W” Date November 11th, 2024
Final Exam Date or
Final Project Date
December 12, 2024
Holidays (Campus Closed) Labor Day Holiday – August 31st –
September 2nd
Thanksgiving Holiday – November 27th –
December 1st

LSC Refund Information: Refunds | (lonestar.edu)

Course Calendar
All times listed are in Central Standard Time (CST)
*Unless otherwise noted, all assignments are due by 11:59 pm on due date.

Week Number Assignments & Due Dates Readings and Subject Matter
(details listed above in syllabus)

1
AUGUST 26TH- 31ST Syllabus & D2L Quiz #1 (8/31) Review Syllabus and D2L
Review MLA Style
Discussion #1 (Post by 8/28,
Student Introductions
Respond by 8/31)
MLA Style Quiz #2 (8/31)
HOLIDAY (8/31-9/2) REVIEW: Material in Module One
READ: No Textbook Readings
2
SEPTEMBER 1ST – 7TH Brainstorming & Prewriting Quiz Review Fact vs. Opinion
#3 (9/3) Research Topic Selections
Fact & Opinion Quiz #4 (9/7) The Writing Process (TWP)
Major Essay #1 (9/7) Persuasive Writing
HOLIDAY (8/31-9/2) REVIEW: Material in Module Two
READ: No Textbook Readings
3

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 Week Number Assignments & Due Dates Readings and Subject Matter
(details listed above in syllabus)

SEPTEMBER 8TH – 14TH Discussion #2 (Post by 9/10, Understanding Rhetoric: Rhetorical Choices,
Respond by 9/14) Rhetorical Appeals, and Fallacies
Rhetoric & Fallacies Quiz #5
(9/14)
Minor Essay #1 (9/14)
REVIEW: Material in Module Three
READ: Chapters 1,5, and 6 skim 2,-4
READINGS:
“Can You Lose a Language You Never Knew” –
Kevin Garcia (114)
“The Loss of a Language Kevin Garcia Never
Knew: A Rhetorical Analysis” – Marielys Diaz
4
SEPTEMBER Discussion #3 (Post by 9/17, Argumentative Structures: Rogerian & Toulmin
15TH – 21ST Respond by 9/21)
Minor Essay #2 (9/21)
REVIEW: Material in Module Four
READ: Chapter 7
READINGS:
“Safetyism Isn’t the Problem” – Pamela Paresky
and Bradley Campbell (137)
“Offensive Speech is Free Speech, If Only We’d
Listen” – Stephen L. Carter (159)
5
SEPTEMBER Discussion #4 (Post by 9/24, Academic Writing: Evaluative and Argumentative
22ND – 28TH Respond by 9/28) Searching for Effective & Relevant Evidence
Week Five Quiz #6 (9/28) Overview of Library Database

REVIEW: Material in Module Five

READ: Pages 244-250, Chapters 17 & 18
READINGS: “The Toxicity in Learning” –
Jenny Kim (251)
6
SEPTEMBER 29TH – Paraphrase, Summarize, Quote In-Text Citations: When to summarize,
OCTOBER 5TH Quiz #7 (10/5) paraphrase, or quote
REVIEW: Material in Module Six
READ: Chapters 21 and 22
7
OCTOBER 6TH – 12TH APA Style Quiz #8 (10/12) Introduce & Utilize APA Style

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 Week Number Assignments & Due Dates Readings and Subject Matter
(details listed above in syllabus)

Gather Sources from Library Understanding the Annotated Bibliography and

Database Quiz #9 (10/12) Reference Page

REVIEW: Material in Module Seven

READ: Chapter 19 and 20
8
OCTOBER 13TH – 19TH Major Essay #2 (10/19) Annotated Bibliography Focus
REVIEW: Material in Module Eight
READ: No Textbook Readings
9
OCTOBER 20TH – 26TH Minor Essay #3 (10/26) Proposal Writing: Problem and Solution
Research Writing: Identify problems and offer
solutions
EXTRA CREDIT: Brainstorm REVIEW: Material in Module Nine
Problem/Solution Chart (10/26) READ: Chapter 12
READINGS:
“Proposal to Make Election Day a Non-
Instructional Day” – Associated Students of the
University of California (311)
10
OCTOBER 27TH – Check-In Quiz #10 (11/2) Collaborative Research Project
NOVEMBER 2ND Claims and Evidence
REVIEW: Material in Module Ten
READ: No Textbook Readings
11
NOVEMBER 3RD – 9TH Check-In Quiz #11 (11/9) Collaborative Research Project
Introduction, Thesis Statement,
Abstract
REVIEW: Material in Module Eleven
READ: No Textbook Readings
12
NOVEMBER 10TH – 16TH Check-In Quiz #12 (11/16) Collaborative Research Project
Support and Reference Page
REVIEW: Material in Module Twelve
READ: No Textbook Readings
13
NOVEMBER 17TH – 23RD Major Essay #5 (11/23) Composing Argumentative Research Paper

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 Week Number Assignments & Due Dates Readings and Subject Matter
(details listed above in syllabus)

REVEW: Material in Module Thirteen

READ: No Textbook Readings
14
NOVEMBER 24TH – 30TH Minor Essay #4 (11/30) The Purpose of Peer Reviews
HOLIDAY (11/27-12/1) REVIEW: Material in Module Fourteen
READ: No Textbook Readings
15
DECEMBER 1ST – 7TH No Assignments Due Presenting Visual Arguments using
Research Topic
Introduce CMS Style
EXTRA CREDIT: PSA REVIEW: Material in Module Fifteen
Video(12/7) READ: Chapters 15 and 16
16
DECEMBER 8TH – 14TH Final Exam (12/12) Revising and Editing
Final Exam Essay
REVIEW: Material in Module Sixteen

Lone Star College-CyFair Campus Guidelines and Procedures

Student Handbook
We encourage students to read the Student Handbook https://www.lonestar.edu/student-handbook and
https://www.lonestar.edu/lscs-catalog.htm for a comprehensive list of guidelines and procedures.

Course Communication
Lone Star College provides email services to faculty, staff and students. All official communication from Lone Star
College is sent through email including emergency information, school closure information and notifications. All
communication regarding this course will be sent via your student email. To protect the privacy of your student
records, no correspondence will be accepted or responded to from personal email accounts. For more information
on accessing, setting up, or syncing your e-mail to a personal account visit https://www.lonestar.edu/email.htm

College Gradebook
Students are expected to monitor progress in their college course. Students may track their academic progress in
the college’s learning management system, called D2L, throughout the semester. The college instructor will utilize
the gradebook feature in D2L to post individual grades for each major course requirement, assignments, and
examinations to calculate the final grade of the college course at the end of the semester. The final grade reports
are available at my.LoneStar.edu (student portal) at the end of each semester. Students should review the
transcript/grade report for accuracy. Students may learn how to view grades in D2L through the Virtual Learning
Assistance Center at https://vlac.lonestar.edu/help.

Course Withdrawal Process

Withdrawal from the course after the official day of record and prior to the “W” Day will result in a final grade of
“W” on your transcript. You are strongly encouraged to communicate with your professor prior to withdrawing from
a course to consider all options. No credit will be awarded for a course earning a “W.” If you stop attending class,
you must withdraw by E-mailing [email protected] or visiting the registration office in the CASA
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Building prior to “W” date. If you stop attending class and do not officially withdraw, you will receive whatever
grade is calculated based on your completion rate, which may result in an “F” for the course. Additional
information on the Course Withdrawal Process may be found in the Course Catalog for the current academic year.

Six Drop Rule

Students who enrolled in Texas public institutions of higher education as first-time college students during the Fall
2007 term or later are subject to section 51.907 of the Texas Education Code, which states that an institution of
higher education may not permit a student to drop (withdraw with a grade of “W”) from more than six courses,
including courses that a transfer student has previously dropped at other Texas public institutions of higher education
that have already been counted against their six drop limit https://www.lonestar.edu/drop-limit.htm Students
should fully understand this drop limit before they drop any course. Please contact a Counselor or Advisor in our
Student Services deptarment or by E-mailing [email protected] for additional information and assistance.
Dropping a transitional and/or ESOL course does not count against the six drop limit.

Academic Appeals
An academic appeal is a formal request by a student to change a grade or to challenge a penalty imposted. Before
a student brings an academic appeal, he or she should first communicate/meet with their instructor to request that a
change be made. For additional information, please read the Academic Complaint and Appeal Process
https://www.lonestar.edu/student-complaints.htm

Academic Integrity
Lone Star College-CyFair is committed to a high standard of academic integrity in the academic community. In
becoming a part of the academic community, you are responsible for honesty and independent effort. Please read
Board Policy V.D. Academic Integrity and Dishonesty https://bit.ly/2QkNHCF and the Academic Integrity Brochure
https://bit.ly/3v8l9Ll for more information.

Failure to uphold these standards includes, but is not limited to, the following: plagiarizing written work or projects,
cheating on exams or assignments, collusion on an exam or project, and misrepresentation of credentials or
prerequisites when registering for a course. Cheating includes looking at or copying from another student's exam,
orally communicating or receiving answers during an exam, having another person take an exam or complete a
project or assignment, using unauthorized notes, texts, or other materials for an exam, and obtaining or
distributing an unauthorized copy of an exam or any part of an exam. Plagiarism means passing off as your own
the ideas or writings of another (that is, without giving proper credit by documenting sources). Plagiarism includes
submitting a paper, report, or project that someone else has prepared, in whole or in part. Collusion is
inappropriately collaborating on assignments designed to be completed independently. These definitions are not
exhaustive. When there is clear evidence of cheating, plagiarism, collusion, or misrepresentation, disciplinary
action may include but is not limited to requiring you to retake or resubmit an exam or assignment, assigning a
grade of zero or "F" for an exam or assignment; or assigning a grade of "F" for the course. Additional sanctions
may be imposed on a student who violates the standards of academic integrity including being: withdrawn from
the course, ineligible to proceed within their program of study, suspended or expelled from school. For more
information please read Board Policy Section V.F.: Student Discipline for Academic Misconduct https://bit.ly/2QkNHCF
and Section V.F.: Student Discipline for Academic Misconduct Procedures https://bit.ly/3sIAUXM

Student Behavior Expectations

You are expected to conduct yourself appropriately while on College property or in an online environment. You
may receive disciplinary action up to and including suspension, if you violate College rules, disrupt classes, or
interfere with the opportunity of others to obtain an education. Students who pose a threat to the safety of others
will be subject to immediate withdrawal from the classroom, campus environment, and/or online environment, as
well as face subsequent criminal charges, as appropriate. Please refer to the Student Code of Conduct
https://www.lonestar.edu/student-responsibilities.htm for additional information.

Student Complaints
For more information regarding how to file a student compliant, please visit: https://www.lonestar.edu/student-
complaints.htm

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Campus Safety and Security
Lone Star College is committed to maintaining the safety of the students, faculty, staff, and guests while visiting
one of our campuses. To help ensure your safety during an emergency (safety, fire, severe weather, etc.), please
follow the instructions of college officials. Safety information and resources may be found on the
Campus Police https://www.lonestar.edu/campus-police.htm website and are also posted in each classroom. In the event
you wish to report an emergency, please contact the police at 281.290.5911 or utilize the red handled emergency
phones located in classrooms.

The Texas Legislature enacted campus carry by passing Senate Bill 11, effective at LSC on August 1, 2017.
Senate Bill 11, known as the “Campus Carry” law, amends Texas law to allow license holders to carry concealed
handguns on college campuses. To carry a concealed handgun on LSC campuses, an individual must have a
valid License to Carry issued by the Texas Department of Public Safety. LSC has established rules and
regulations regarding enforcement of Campus Carry. Lone Star College prohibits concealed carry in some areas
of LSC campuses. For more information about Campus Carry, visit the LSC Campus Carry
https://www.lonestar.edu/campuscarry website.

Lone Star College COVID-19 Information

Lone Star College is dedicated to the health and safety of all employees and students with a strong commitment
to student engagement and success. For more information on current guidelines or resources, please visit
Infectious Disease Reporting | (lonestar.edu).

Guidelines for Children of Students on College Premises

College students’ children may not enter the classroom, even for brief visits, without the instructor’s prior express
written permission. Instructors may deny permission or revoke written permission. Children cannot enter an
activity or lab area where dangerous substances or equipment are stored or in use, unless the children are
students enrolled in an applicable class or participating in a special College program. Students may not have their
children accompany them on College field trips unless the children are also enrolled in the class. See Board
Policy Section II.D.2.04 and Section II.D.2.06 https://www.lonestar.edu/student-community-facilities.htm for more information.

FERPA
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), also known as the Buckley Amendment, was established
to protect the privacy rights of all students and applies to any educational facility receiving federal funds. For more
information and the release form, please visit https://www.lonestar.edu/Student-Information-Public.htm

Student Absence on Religious Holy Days

The student must notify the faculty member in writing within the first 12 days of the semester of the intent
to be absent due to a religious holy day. Under Texas Education Code 51.911, a student who is
absent from classes for the observance of a religious holy day shall be allowed to take an examination
or complete an assignment scheduled for that day within a reasonable time as established by the faculty member.
See Board Policy Section VI.D2 . https://www.lonestar.edu/student-welfare-rights.htm for more information.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lone Star is committed to the principles of equal opportunity in education and employment. Lone Star College does
not discriminate on basis of race, color, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, gender
expression, religion, ethnic or national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in its programs
and activities, as stated in the LSCS Board Policy Manual https://www.lonestar.edu/Equal-Opportunity-Information-Inquiries.htm

Student Support Services

Lone Star College-CyFair is committed to your success!
One of our cultural beliefs is Student Focused https://www.lonestar.edu/LSCFocus.htm.
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If you are experiencing challenges achieving your goals academically or personally, please contact your advisor,
instructor, or another individual on campus you trust. Advisors can provide assistance with questions related to
academics, while the Counseling office can assist with ADA accommodations and personal barriers. All concerns
related to classroom instruction must first be addressed with the instructor. Please know that we have resources
and are here to support you.

Academic Success Center– FREE TUTORING

(Barker Cypress Campus - Learning Commons - 2nd Floor)
The Academic Success Center (ASC) offers on-campus and online tutoring for most disciplines and specific
assistance in The Science Center (LRNC 203), Math Center (LRNC 205) and the Writing Center (LRNC 208). All
tutoring services at LSC-CyFair are absolutely FREE for students enrolled at Lone Star College! Student
workshops are also offered throughout the semester. Please visit Academic Success Center
https://www.lonestar.edu/learning-cyfair.htm website for more information, contact 281.290.3279, or [email protected]

Academic Success Center open labs (TECH 104 and CASE 104)
The Academic Success Center open computer labs are located in the Technology (TECH) building and CASE
building , room 104 at LSC-CyFair. The open labs is a quiet work and study area available to students with
computer access. The labs contains Windows and Mac computers, specialty software, scanner, copier and
printers (B/W and color). Students can access the lab with LSC ID card. For more info, please visit ASC Open
Lab https://www.lonestar.edu/13669.htm website, contact 281.290.5980, or [email protected]

Americans with Disabilities Act Statement (Disability Services)

Lone Star College-CyFair is dedicated to providing the least restrictive environment for all students. We promote
equity in academic access through the implementation of reasonable accommodations as required by the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title V, Sections 504 and 508, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), and
the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAAA). These laws enable students with disabilities to
participate in and benefit from all post-secondary educational courses and activities.

A student requesting accommodations for a documented medical condition, psychological condition and/or a
disability must contact the Counseling/Disability Services Office in order to register for services. Students can
submit an application and documentation online using the Virtual Disability Assistance Center (VDAC). You
can find the link to VDAC, as well as more information about services here: https://www.lonestar.edu/requesting-
accommodations.htm. If possible, the student requesting services should make an initial contact with the office at
least 4 weeks prior to the start of the first class.

The Assistive Technology Lab is available for students who benefit from its various technologies to convert text
to speech, magnify items, convert text to Braille, etc. after their accommodations have been determined by the
Counseling office. Any disability related documentation and requests for assistive technology should be submitted
to the Disability Services Office, which is located on the LSC-CyFair campus in CASA 107. You may contact
Stephanie Dillon, Disability Services Counselor, at 281.290.3533 or [email protected]
mailto:[email protected] additional information and/or to schedule an appointment. Additional
information may be accessed online at: https://www.lonestar.edu/accessibility-services-resources.htm.

Counseling Services
Counseling services are available to students who are experiencing difficulty with academic issues, selection of
college major, career planning, disability accommodations, or personal issues. You may contact Counseling,
Career, and Disability Services https://www.lonestar.edu/counseling-services.htm by leaving a voicemail at 281.290.3260,
E-mailing [email protected] or stop by CASA 109 to make an appointment to connect to
available resources.

Empowerment Center at LSC-CyFair

Do you have questions that need answers? The Empowerment Center https://www.lonestar.edu/cyfair-
empowerment is a resource center with a food pantry, a supply closet with household and hygiene items, and a
career closet with professional clothing for your job interview or class presentation. Located in CASA 121.
Off-campus resources can be found by visiting https://www.lonestar.edu/care.htm .

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Library
The Lone Star College-CyFair Library is located in the Learning Commons (LRNC) building and contains
informational resources for both college students and community members. Not only is the library an academic
library, but it is also a branch of the Harris County Public Library. Librarians are professionally trained to assist you
with any aspect of research during operating hours including using the library, locating and evaluating information
sources, and citing information sources. The Library contains over 125,000 books, online information databases,
185 computers, free wireless internet, and many more information/research related amenities to ensure student
success.

Library building access may not be available at all times. Please check the LSC-CyFair Library website
https://www.lonestar.edu/library/info.htm for updates. Library
Guides and additional virtual Services
https://cflibguides.lonestar.edu/home are also available. .

Library Resources
You may access virtual library services via:
• Phone: Circulation Desk 281.290.3210 and Reference Librarians 281.290.3214 or 281.290.3219
• Email: [email protected]
• Text: 832.463.0478
• Website: LoneStar.edu/library/cyfair
• Guides: cflibguides.lonestar.edu
• On-Campus/Network Access: Log in with your LSC Username & Password to use LSC library
computers, WiFi, MyPrintCenter Note: if you are on an LSC computer and/or WIFI, you should have direct
access to the databases.
• Off-Campus/Network Access: Log in with your LSC 14-digit Student ID/Library Card number and LSC
password to view your library account, borrow electronic media, place requests/holds on physical
materials, access research databases, and more.

For more information on how to borrow library materials, research a topic, discover other library services, and/or
find research apps and tools, please visit, “How Do I…?” at http://www.LoneStar.edu/library/how-to.htm. This
page provides additional information to learn how to get a library card, find and request books, videos, CDs,
articles and more, check your library account, access e-books and digital downloads, search databases for
articles, periodicals (magazines, newspapers, and journals), cite sources, locate research guides, and various
other topics.

Office of Technology Services (OTS)

The office of technology services (OTS) serves the information technology needs of Lone Star College students.
Visit OTS website www.lonestar.edu/OTS regarding technology services and resources available to LSC
students. The OTS service desk is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. Get IT help by
selecting “Tech Help” in the myLoneStar navigation bar to be directed to the LSC Service Center
https://lonestar.service-now.com/sp where you can report an IT problem, find helpful how-to instructions, or chat
with service desk agents. For immediate IT assistance, call 832.813.6600 (toll free 866.614.5014).

Veteran Affairs Center Services

The Lone Star College Veterans Affairs Center on the LSC-CyFair campus is located in LRNC 141 and it provides
services to all veteran LSC students and their family members. To contact Veteran’s Affairs, please E-mail LSC-
[email protected] or visit www.lonestar.edu/veterans.htm

Virtual Learning Assistance Center

Online students or students with online course component can visit the Virtual Learning Assistance Center
(VLAC) https://vlac.lonestar.edu/ for helpful collection of resources for adivisng services, library services, request
accommodations, and technical support.

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Cypress Center Support Services
For students who attend or visit cypress center at 19710 Clay Road, Katy, Texas 77499, visit LSC-Cypess Center
https://www.lonestar.edu/cypresscenter for support services information for that location.

Syllabus Disclaimer
It is the instructor’s right to modify the class schedule when necessary and cover course topics as he/she feels is
necessary to meet the learning outcomes, therefore this syllabus is subject to change.

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