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For your class term paper, choose a public health topic or public health profession that most interests you. Research your topic and show how your topic or profession chosen is integrated and/or has a positive effect on populations and community health. HCM 530: Term Paper Guidelines Health care is a multidisciplinary field, e.g., there are primary care physicians, specialists, nurses, technicians, pharmacists, administrators, and others. They all work together as a single unit for common goals…”safe and quality in patient care.” Public health is no different. Public health is also a multidisciplinary field composed of epidemiologists, environmentalists, biostatisticians, behavioral scientists, and/or health educators. Public health also includes specialists in clinical research, chronic disease, infectious disease, emergency medical services, food safety, global emergency preparedness, and response professionals. Some public health specialists focus on health disparities, international/global health, laboratory practices, maternal and child health concerns, women’s health, mental health, nutrition/dietetics, occupational health and safety, and toxicology. Finally, there are public health officials that focus on the economics or finance, of public health and communities, in addition to public health laws and public health policies. You Decide! For your class term paper, choose a public health topic or public health profession that most interests you. Research your topic and show how your topic or profession chosen is integrated and/or has a positive effect on populations and community health. Example topics would be, Environmental: Recycling Waste, or Chronic Disease: Risk Factors and Prevention, or Biostatisticians’ Effect on Positive Social Change…or any other that relates to this class. Term Paper Topics You do not have to use one of these topics. If you choose a topic that is not on this list, email it to the Professor for approval to ensure it is appropriate for the course.  AIDS  Air quality, indoor  Ammonia  Anthrax  Arboviruses  Arsenic  Asbestos  Asphalt  Avian Flu  Biological Agents Registry  Biological indoor contaminants  Bioterrorism  Blue-green algae  Bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE)  Carbon Monoxide  CCA-treated wood  Chemical exposure  Chlorine  Communicable Disease Control  Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (CJD)  DEET  Dioxins  Dusty Trades (asbestos, silica)  Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE)  e-Cycling  Environmental contaminants (example Oil Spills)  Fish consumption advisories  Fish kills  Fish, contaminants in  Floods - Health, Safety, Cleanup  Flu (Seasonal)  Formaldehyde  Harmful Algal Blooms  Hazardous Substances Emergency Events Surveillance (HSEES)  Health Hazards Control  Hepatitis  HIV/AIDS  Hydrochloric Acid  Indoor air pollutants  Infection control measures  Influenza Sentinel Surveillance Program  Insect repellant safety  Intensive Livestock Operations  KI (potassium iodide) (DHHS Web Site)  Kids pages: Rabies (DHHS Web Site)  La Crosse encephalitis (LAC)  Lead  Mad Cow disease  Mercury in fish  Methamphetamine Labs  Mold & mildew  Mosquito-borne diseases  Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA)  Nitrates in well-water  Nuclear power plants  Occupational contaminants  Occupational disease and injury reporting  Occupational Surveillance  Ozone  Pesticides  Pfiesteria  Polychlorinated Biphenyls (PCBs)  Potassium Iodide Program (DPH Web Site)  Public Health Preparedness and Response  Rabies  Rabies: kids pages (DHHS Web Site)  Radon  Salisbury asphalt plant studies  Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS)  Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs)  Silica  Smallpox  Tick-borne Illness  Tuberculosis  West Nile virus (WNV) Saint Leo Core Value Integration/Evaluation In about 250 words, following the conclusion of your paper, apply the Saint Leo University core value of excellence in a brief proposal for a community health improvement initiative to turn a negative into positive regarding your chosen topic. For example, this could be an advertising campaign promoting the usage of insect repellant while outdoors. Incorporate at least one additional reference above and beyond the textbook, and cite both the textbook and your external reference(s) using APA style. Term Paper Rubric Component Requirement Cover Page APA Cover Page (Title, Name, Date, Class, Instructor). Quality of Content Approximate Weighted Value: (60\%) The final term paper is 10-15 pages in length, not including cover and reference page. The paper will consist of concise examinations of a specific topic relative to the course content. Term papers should demonstrate a synthesis and integration of public health and the specific chosen topic concepts correctly and in an innovative way. Saint Leo Core Value (10\%) At least 250 words of the total length of the paper is devoted to the application of the Saint Leo core value of excellence on your chosen topic through the creation of a community health improvement initiative proposal. Technical Writing (20\%) Proper writing mechanics, paraphrasing, use of quotations, proper grammar, spell check, and transitioning between subsections. Writing should be original, well paraphrased, and properly cited. APA Paper Formatting (5\%) APA formatting is doubled-spaced, 1” margins, using proper headings and subheadings, with proper source citations on all statistics, numbers, concepts, or graphics borrowed from another author. Reference Quality (5\%) A minimum of 5-primary or quality secondary sources that are dated, by reliable authors, or organizations. Proper references must include the author/organization, year published, title, and publication source as appropriate in APA. The reader should be able to easily find that primary source references used. Paper Submission All students will submit their papers to the course Assignment box. The Assignment box is integrated with Turnitin. Please read the Academic Honesty policy. A plagiarized document will result in a minimum penalty of an “F” for the paper (zero points). Timeliness Papers will be due 11:59 PM Sunday EST/EDT in Module 7. Late work may cost up to (-5\%) of total points earned. Last updated August 2021 SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT 2021 – 2022 Last Updated August 2021 2 LIST OF CONTENTS PREFACE  SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY CORE VALUES  SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY NON-DISCRIMINATION EEO STATEMENT  DISCLAIMER  DEFINITIONS SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT  SECTION 1: PREAMBLE AND STUDENT’S RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES A. AMNESTY B. DISCIPLINARY RECORDS  SECTION 2: JURISDICTION  SECTION 3: VIOLATIONS OF THE LAW  SECTION 4: PROSCRIBED CONDUCT A. CORE VALUES AND BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS B. POLICIES  B1. ABUSE  B2. ACADEMIC HONOR CODE  B3. ALCOHOL  B5. CAMPUS FACILITY USE  B6. COMPUTER & OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICE MISUSE  B7. DAMAGE TO PROPERTY  B8. DISCRIMINATION & HARASSMENT  B9. DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR  B10. FALSIFICATION  B11. FIRE SAFETY  B12. FIREWORKS, EXPLOSIVES WEAPONS & OTHER DANGEROUS ITEMS  B13. GAMBLING  B14. HANDBILLS & NOTICES  B15. HAZING  B16. IDENTIFICATION CARDS  B17. ILLEGAL SUBSTANCES  B18. IMPLIED CONSENT  B19. LAWS (FEDERAL, STATE & LOCAL)  B20. MOTOR VEHICLES  B21. FAILURE TO COMPLY  B22. RESIDENTIAL LIVING  B23. SEXUAL MISCONDUCT  B24. SMOKING  B25. SOLICITATION  B26. THEFT OR UNAUTHORIZED POSSESSION  B27. USE OF SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY NAME OR SYMBOLS  B28. VISITORS  B29. PETS  B30. VIOLATION OF OTHER PUBLISHED UNIVERSITY POLICIES  B31. OTHER BEHAVIORS IMPACTING THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY  SECTION 5: CONDUCT PROCEDURES A. NOTICE OF REPORT  REMEDIAL ACTION B. REPORT PROCESSING C. NOTICE OF CONDUCT MEETING D. CONDUCT MEETING/INVESTIGATION  CONDUCT MEETING GUIDELINES  ABSENTIA E. NOTICE OF OUTCOMES F. APPEAL PROCESS  SECTION 6: SANCTIONS Last Updated August 2021 3 PREFACE SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY CORE VALUES Saint Leo University offers a practical, effective model for life and leadership in a challenging world. As such our community has adopted six steadfast moral guidelines to help us recognize the dignity, value, and gifts of all people. We expect all members of our community to use and embrace the following values in their day-to-day lives in order to strengthen our commitment to each other, our University, and to God. Excellence – Saint Leo University is an educational enterprise. All of us, individually and collectively, work hard to ensure that our students develop the character, learn the skills, and assimilate the knowledge essential to become morally responsible leaders. The success of our University depends upon a conscientious commitment to our mission, vision, and goals. Community – Saint Leo University develops hospitable Christian learning communities everywhere we serve. We foster a spirit of belonging, unity, and interdependence based on mutual trust and respect to create socially responsible environments that challenge all of us to listen, to learn, to change, and to serve. Respect – Animated in the spirit of Jesus Christ, we value all individuals’ unique talents, respect their dignity, and strive to foster their commitment to excellence in our work. Our community’s strength depends on the unity and diversity of our people, on the free exchange of ideas, and on learning, living and working harmoniously. Personal Development – Saint Leo University stresses the development of every person’s mind, spirit, and body for a balanced life. All members of the Saint Leo University community must demonstrate their commitment to personal development to help strengthen the character of our community. Responsible Stewardship – Our creator blesses us with an abundance of resources. We foster a spirit of service to employ our resources to university and community development. We must be resourceful. We must optimize and apply all of the resources of our community to fulfill Saint Leo University’s mission and goals. Integrity – The commitment of Saint Leo University to excellence demands that its members live its mission and deliver on its promise. The faculty, staff, and students pledge to be honest, just, and consistent in word and deed. SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY NON-DISCRIMINATION EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) STATEMENT. Saint Leo University has a strong commitment to principles of equal employment opportunity and equal access to education. Saint Leo University does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnic origin, genetic information, sex, gender, nationality, race, religion, or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law in its educational programs, admissions policies, financial aid, employment, or other school administered programs. For the most up-to-date EEO Statement, please visit saintleo.edu/notice-non-discrimination. The policy is enforced by Saint Leo University and by applicable laws such as Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VII and Title IX of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Americans with Disabilities Act, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Florida Civil Rights Act of 1992. Contact Information for the Title IX Coordinator: Name: Vanessa O’Connell Title: Title IX Coordinator and HR Investigator Office Location: Benedictine Hall, 3rd Floor room (by appointment only) Email Address: [email protected] and [email protected] Telephone Number: (352) 588-8406 Mailing Address: Saint Leo University Human Resources ATTN: Vanessa O’Connell, Title IX Coordinator, 33701 SR 52, PO Box 6665, Saint Leo, FL 33574 The Director of Accessibility Services and The Section 504 Coordinator, Michael Bailey, may be contacted at [email protected] mailto:[email protected] file:///C:/Users/kenneth.posner/AppData/Local/Microsoft/Windows/INetCache/Content.Outlook/26ZHN7X6/[email protected] Last Updated August 2021 4 DISCLAIMER When this document went to publication (Last Revised: August 2021), all the information contained in it was updated. Since this document is prepared in advance of the academic year, changes may be necessary. If this occurs, students will be notified electronically and the online version will be updated on the University website. Students are encouraged to reference the online version (saintleo.edu/codeofconduct) for the most up-to-date information. Students at Saint Leo University are provided a copy of the Student Code of Conduct annually in the form of a link on the Saint Leo University website. Hard copies for University Campus undergraduate students are available upon request from the Residence Life Office. Students are responsible for having read and abiding by the provisions of the Student Code of Conduct. DEFINITIONS A. Absentia – Refers to holding a conduct meeting in the absence of student due to the student’s failure to schedule a conduct meeting or to the student missing the scheduled conduct meeting on the student’s behalf. B. Advisor – Most frequently, a full-time faculty or staff member, assists a student by providing support throughout the conduct process. With prior permission of the Conduct Officer, legal counsel or family member(s) may be granted permission to attend the conduct meeting but not actively participate and/or represent the student in the process. C. Appellate Officer – Means any person authorized by the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs or designee to consider an appeal from a Conduct Officer’s determination that a student has violated University policy, procedure, or other reasonable expectations or from sanctions imposed as a result of a Conduct Officer’s determination. D. Clery Act – Refers to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. This act is the landmark federal law that requires colleges and universities across the United States to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. E. Complainant(s) – Defined as the party who makes a complaint through a university proceeding. F. Conduct Officer – The University official designated on a case-by-case basis by the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs or designee to conduct investigations and make determinations about possible infractions. Nothing prevents the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs or designee from authorizing the same Conduct Officer to impose sanctions in all cases. G. E-mail – Refers to the official University E-mail address provided to each student. The University uses E- mail to conduct official business and, therefore, E-mail containing official business of the University shall be addressed to the student’s official University E-mail address and shall not be addressed to alternative addresses. Once E-mailed, such notice is considered delivered. H. FERPA – Refers to a federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. “FERPA” stands for the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (sometimes called the Buckley Amendment). I. Member of the University community – Includes any person who is a student, staff member, faculty member, or University official. J. Organization – Means any athletic team, service organization/trip or any group/association of persons who have complied with the formal registration requirements for the University, as applicable, or any group that has been recognized by the University as a part of the University’s organization or programming. K. Policy – Defined as the written regulations of the University as found in, but not limited to, the Student Code of Conduct, Guides to Residential Living, Other Policies and Procedures, and the Academic Catalog. L. Preponderance of the evidence – Defined as “more likely than not that an event occurred” and is the standard used to make decisions in the conduct process in all cases. M. Residence hall – Defined as any University owned/operated/leased student housing facility. N. Respondent(s) – Defined as the party who gives response to a complaint in a university proceeding. O. Student – Defined as any person who is admitted and enrolled at Saint Leo University (University Campus, Undergraduate, Graduate, Online, and Educational Centers) for any academic period. Persons who are not officially registered for a particular term but who have a continuing student relationship with Saint Leo University are considered “students” for purposes of applying this Student Code of Conduct. A person is also considered a student for purposes of this Student Code of Conduct during any period while the student is Last Updated August 2021 5 under suspension from the University or when the person is attending or participating in any activity preparatory to the beginning of school. P. Title IX – Refers to a comprehensive federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in any federally funded education program or activity, as defined in the Title IX Sexual Harassment Grievance Policy. Q. University – Means Saint Leo University (University Campus, Undergraduate, Graduate, Online, and Educational Centers). R. University official – Includes any person employed or appointed by the University, performing assigned administrative or professional responsibilities. This includes but is not limited to a student staff member(s) acting on behalf of the Division of Student Affairs. S. University premises – Includes all land, buildings, facilities, web-based platforms, and other property in the possession of or owned, used, or controlled by the University, or as defined by Clery Act geography. SAINT LEO UNIVERSITY STUDENT CODE OF CONDUCT SECTION 1: PREAMBLE AND STUDENT’S RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES The Saint Leo University community is committed to fostering a campus environment conducive to academic inquiry, a productive campus life, and thoughtful study and discourse. The student conduct program within Student Affairs is committed to an educational and developmental process that balances the interests of individual students with the interests of the University community. A community exists on the basis of shared values and principles. At Saint Leo University, student members of the community are expected to uphold and abide by certain standards of conduct that form the basis of the Student Code of Conduct. These standards are embodied within a set of core values that include excellence, community, respect, personal development, responsible stewardship, and integrity. Members of the Saint Leo University community bear responsibility for their conduct and assume reasonable responsibility for the behavior of others. When members of the community fail to exemplify these six core values by engaging in violation of the rules below, campus conduct proceedings are used to assert and uphold the Student Code of Conduct. The student conduct process at Saint Leo University is not intended to punish students; rather, it exists to protect the interests of the community and to challenge those whose behavior is not in accordance with our policies and the core values. Sanctions are intended to challenge students’ moral and ethical decision-making and to help them bring their behavior into accord with our community expectations. When students are unable to conform their behavior to community expectations, the student conduct process may determine that the student(s) should no longer share in the privilege of participating in this community. Students should be aware that the student conduct process is quite different from criminal and civil court proceedings and the University’s Title IX process. Procedures and rights in student conduct procedures are conducted with fairness to all, but do not include the same protections of due process afforded by the courts or Title IX process. Due process, as defined within these procedures, assures written notice and a conduct meeting before an objective Conduct Officer who will make a decision based on the preponderance of the evidence or more likely than not standard. No student will be found in violation of Saint Leo University policy without information showing that a policy violation occurred. Any sanctions given will be proportionate to the severity of the violation and to the student’s cumulative conduct history A. Amnesty In line with the University’s core value of responsible stewardship, the University maintains an amnesty policy to protect students (including student organizations) when reporting themselves, friends, or another member of the University community who is in medical distress. The University has the amnesty policy in place to encourage students to act responsibly and report emergencies without fear of University-imposed disciplinary consequences because its primary concern is the health, safety, and well-being of students. Students who qualify for the following two options (i and ii) may be required to participate in a meeting with the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs or designee and comply with any/all recommendations prescribed from them (including any associated costs with those recommendations) to avoid going through the University Conduct process. Last Updated August 2021 6 i. For the Reporting Party Saint Leo University provides amnesty to the reporting party who may be hesitant to report serious violations of the Student Code of Conduct to University Officials because they fear that they themselves may be accused of minor policy violations at the time of the incident. For example, this would apply to students who are reporting physical abuse, but who have also engaged in underage alcohol consumption and/or substance use. Educational options will be explored, but no conduct proceedings or conduct record will result. Records regarding the provision of amnesty, however, will be maintained. ii. For Those Who Offer Assistance To encourage students to offer help and assistance to others, Saint Leo University pursues a policy of amnesty for minor violations when students offer help to others in need. At the discretion of the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs or designee, amnesty may also be extended on a case- by-case basis to the person receiving assistance. Educational options will be explored, but no conduct proceedings or conduct record will result. Records regarding the provision of amnesty, however, will be maintained. The protocol applies only to the Saint Leo University Student Code of Conduct. Law enforcement agencies may act within their jurisdictions in enforcing the laws enacted by the State of Florida, the United States, or any other state or nation where jurisdiction may be invoked. This policy does not apply to other prohibited behavior including, but not limited to, the distribution of illegal substances, sexual misconduct, or abuse. B. Disciplinary Records All conduct records are maintained by the University for seven (7) years from the time of their creation except those that result in separation (suspension or expulsion, including from housing) and those that fall under Title IX, which are maintained for a minimum of seven (7) years. Students requesting access to their student disciplinary/conduct records(s) must do so in writing to the Office of Residence Life. A student may, upon graduation or permanent separation, submit a written request to the Associate Vice President for Student Affairs, asking that minor disciplinary actions may be expunged. The decision of the Associate Vice President or designee for Student Affairs is final. This policy is subject to the provisions of FERPA. SECTION 2: JURISDICTION The Student Code of Conduct and the student conduct process applies to the conduct of individual students, as well as all University-affiliated student organizations. The Associate Vice President of Student Affairs or designee will serve as convener and executer of the Student Code of Conduct and retains conduct jurisdiction over students who choose to take a leave of absence, withdraw, or have graduated for any misconduct that occurred prior to the leave, withdrawal or graduation. If sanctioned, a hold may be placed on the student’s ability to re-enroll, obtain official transcripts, and/or graduate; all sanctions must be satisfied prior to re-enrollment, obtaining transcripts, and graduating. In the event of serious misconduct committed while still enrolled but reported after the respondent(s) has graduated, Saint Leo University may invoke an investigation that may result in the revocation of that student’s degree. Although the University is not responsible or liable for student off campus events or behavior, it does reserve the right to respond to behavior off campus that violates University expectations, Core Values, and Policies, in the interest of protecting students and the academic community from harm, and as part of fulfilling its educational mission. The University will take action if the continued presence of the student presents a danger to the health, safety, or welfare of the University Community, or it is disruptive to the orderly processes and functions of the University. University policies and other expectations govern students participating in Saint Leo University or Saint Leo University-affiliated study abroad programs or other University-sponsored activities no matter where they occur. The Student Code of Conduct may be applied to behavior conducted online, via E-mail or other electronic medium. Students should also be aware that online postings such as blogs, web postings, chats, and social networking sites are in the public sphere and are not private. These postings can subject a student to allegations of conduct violations if information about policy violations is posted online. Saint Leo University does not regularly search for this information but may take action if and when such information is brought to the attention of Saint Leo University officials. However, most online speech by students not involving Saint Leo University networks or technology will be protected Last Updated August 2021 7 as free expression and not subject to this Student Code of Conduct, with notable exceptions including, but not limited to: A. A true threat, defined as “a threat a reasonable person would interpret as a serious expression of intent to inflict bodily harm upon specific individuals”; B. Speech posted online about the University or its community members that causes a significant on campus disruption. C. Speech that the University determines is offensive and not in accordance with the University’s core values. The Student Code of Conduct applies to guests of community members whose hosts may be held accountable for the misconduct of their guests. The Student Code of Conduct may also be applied to resident non-students, including, but not limited to: campers, high school bridge program participants, recruits on official visits, and continuing education programs by contractual agreements. Visitors to and guests of Saint Leo University may seek resolution of violations of the Student Code of Conduct committed against them by Saint Leo University student community members. There is no time limit on reporting violations of the Student Code of Conduct; however, the longer someone waits to report an offense, the harder it becomes for Saint Leo University officials to obtain information, witness statements and to make determinations regarding alleged violations. Though anonymous complaints are permitted, doing so may limit the Saint Leo University’s ability to investigate and respond to a complaint. Those who are aware of misconduct are encouraged to report it as quickly as possible to University Safety, Residence Life, and/or to Student Affairs. Students who withdraw or take a leave of absence/hiatus from the University prior to their conduct meeting will have their case suspended and a Student Affairs Hold will be placed on their account until the matter is resolved. Students who withdraw or take a leave of absence/hiatus from the University after the date stated in the letter to schedule a conduct meeting will have the case heard in absentia if they fail to appear. If the student withdraws following the conduct meeting, the student will be subject to the findings and sanctions imposed from the process. Should the student decide to return to the University, the student will be required to have the conduct meeting and/or complete all sanctions assigned (if found responsible for alleged violations) prior to the Student Affairs Hold being removed from the student’s account. Please note that this Student Affairs Hold may prevent a student from receiving a transcript in the event that the student is attempting to transfer or graduate. Saint Leo University-issued E-mail is the primary means of communication with students. Students are responsible for all communication delivered to their Saint Leo University-issued E-mail address. SECTION 3: VIOLATIONS OF THE LAW Alleged violations of federal, state and local laws may be investigated and addressed under the Student Code of Conduct. When an offense occurs over which Saint Leo University has jurisdiction, the Saint Leo University conduct process will usually go forward notwithstanding any criminal complaint that may arise from the same incident. Saint Leo University reserves the right to exercise its authority of remedial action upon notification that a student is facing criminal investigation and/or complaint. Additional grounds for remedial actions are outlined in Section 5A1. Students are under a continuing duty to report any arrests, pending charge(s) (excluding minor traffic citations), notice to appear citation(s), or criminal conviction(s), even if the adjudication or sentence has been withheld. This reporting obligation includes specifying the charge(s), when and where it occurred, and the case number (if any). This information must be provided in writing (E-mail or letter) to the Associate Vice President or designee within ten (10) business days following the reportable event as listed above. SECTION 4: PROSCRIBED CONDUCT A. Core Values and Behavioral Expectations Saint Leo University considers the behavior described in the following sub-sections as inappropriate for the Saint Leo University community and in opposition to the core values set forth in this document. Failure to adhere to any university policy or procedure subjects that person or organization to disciplinary action, including sanctions outlined in Section 6: Sanctions. Saint Leo University encourages community members to report to Saint Leo University officials all incidents that involve the following actions. B. Policies Last Updated August 2021 8 B1. ABUSE (Physical, Mental, or Verbal) Values: Community, Respect, Integrity Physical, mental, or verbal abuse of any person is prohibited. No student shall cause harm to another or aid in commission of an act that causes physical or emotional harm to others or which intimidates, degrades, demeans, threatens, or otherwise unreasonably interferes with another person’s rights or comfort. Please note this encompasses all means of communication, including but not limited to, electronic and social media. B2. ACADEMIC HONOR CODE Values: Excellence, Respect, Integrity Saint Leo University holds all students to the highest standards of honesty and personal integrity in every phase of their academic life. All students have a responsibility to uphold the Academic Honor Code by refraining from any form of academic misconduct, presenting only work that is genuinely their own, and reporting any observed instance of academic dishonesty to a faculty member. Please consult the Academic Catalog for Academic Policies. Additional information regarding the Academic Honor Code can be found in the following document: faculty.saintleo.edu/academic-affairs-resource-center/academic-standards-honor-code B3. ALCOHOL Values: Community, Respect, Personal Development, Integrity Excessive drinking and intoxication will not be tolerated. Members of the Saint Leo University community who choose to drink alcohol irresponsibly will be held responsible for their behavior that occurs while under the influence. A. Any violation of Florida State laws regarding alcohol will be considered grounds for University disciplinary action. These include: i. Possession and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages if under the age of 21 (including alcohol- based drinks, e.g. FourLoko). ii. Selling, giving, serving alcoholic beverages, or permitting alcohol to be served to persons under 21. iii. Misrepresenting or misstating one’s age or using altered identification for the purpose of procuring alcoholic beverages. iv. Consuming or possessing open containers of alcoholic beverages including secondary containers, while in municipal parks, playgrounds, sidewalks, streets, or being found in the state of intoxication on a street or in a public place. This open container law applies both on and off campus. This includes the consumption/possession of open alcohol in residence hall corridors, lounges, and any public areas. v. Common sources of alcohol, including but not limited to, kegs and party balls (empty or full) are prohibited, except as outlined in the Social Event Guidelines. vi. Devices and games designed for the rapid consumption of alcohol or any other substance including, but not limited to beer pong, water pong, funnels and/or beer bongs are prohibited. vii. Driving with a blood alcohol level of 0.08\% or more. viii. Possession and/or consumption of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited on campus before the start of classes regardless of age. Campus is considered “dry” for new and returning students during Orientation/Week of Welcome (fall, spring, summer) and for other students who have been approved to return early. This includes all approved students participating in extended housing. B. Students who are over 21 years old may complete and submit a Residence Life Wet Room Agreement that would allow 21 year old students to consume alcohol within that room. i. Possession of alcohol and/or alcohol containers within any room/suite that is not authorized to be a “wet room”, regardless of occupant’s age, constitutes a violation of the University’s alcohol policy. 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Because an abstract is not always required for student papers, adhere to your instructor’s requirements. Click here to read about abstracts.] SHORT TITLE OF PAPER (50 CHARACTERS OR LESS) 5 Please note that this is not simply a copy of the introduction section in your paper. Rather, it is separately crafted and is a comprehensive summary of your paper. Be sure to include citations as necessary in the abstract. [Title of Paper goes here (same as main title not bolded)] Introduction goes here that addresses the structure of the paper, order, and introduces thesis statement. IT IS NOT A COPY OF THE ABSTRACT, but rather a separately written introduction. APA Level 1 Heading APA Level 2 Heading (as necessary) Place your text here; the text should be double-spaced with the first line indented, per Saint Leo University Graduate Studies in Business style. The sixth edition of the APA manual advises two character spaces between sentences. You can find the style menu in Microsoft Word 2007 or 2010 by clicking on the Home tab on the standard toolbar; Styles is one of the choices you will see. Click on the arrow icon on the right side of the Styles bar, and the drop-down menu of styles will appear. In Word 2003, look in the upper left corner of your screen, on the formatting toolbar, for the drop-down style menu. To apply this template’s formatting to the text of your paper, simply highlight the paragraph(s) or heading you want to format and choose the appropriate tag from the style menu. The list of style tags includes all levels of headings, block quotes, table number and title, APA references, and body text. APA level 3 heading. Text begins here. APA level 4 heading. Text begins here. The following is an example of a block quote: This is an example of a block quote. Note that there are no quotations marks around the quoted material because the block formatting indicates it is a direct quote. Use block formatting for all quotes of 40 or more words. Include the citation after the final punctuation for the quote, as shown. The author and year may precede the quote, with the page number(s) in parentheses after the final punctuation. There is no punctuation after the citation. (Author, date, p. #) If you make a mistake and something changes that you did not want to change, in Word 2007 or 2010, either type Ctrl (Control key) z or, on the Quick Access toolbar, next to Save, click on the arrow icon for Undo. In Word 2003, go to Edit, Undo Typing. [Click here to read about how to format different levels of headings.] References Hanging indent for all references. To keep this format, simply place the cursor at the front of this line and paste or type your reference material. Then press enter. Remember to organize your references alphabetically. Remember to delete this line of text and any other template text before submitting your paper. [Click here to read about formatting the references page.][Click here to view a sample APA paper.]