Upon successful completion of this course, the students will:

ï‚· Discuss current administrative, educational, and advanced clinical practice trends in

imaging sciences and radiation therapy.

ï‚· Evaluate the relevancy of research data to current professional practice.

ï‚· Analyze research articles related to current trends in imaging sciences and radiation

therapy.

ï‚· Synthesize peer-reviewed articles related to professional practice in a scholarly

research paper.

ï‚· Demonstrate proper use of the American Psychological Association (APA) writing

style.

ï‚· Create an oral and poster presentation summarizing the scholarly research paper.

ï‚· Actively participate in a hybrid classroom.

We are excited to be meeting on campus on August 20! Please read

everything, and we will see you then.

ï‚· Read the syllabus in its entirety. It contains important information to succeed in this

course.

ï‚· Regularly log into Desire2Learn (D2L), and check the course and email for updates

and information from instructors. Often, acknowledgement of an email will be

requested.

ï‚· Be punctual during the class seminars. Tardiness results in a participation grade

reduction.

ï‚· Be an active learner. Fully participate during the face-to-face and online components

of this course.

 Contact instructors with any questions or concerns. Instructors’ preferred method of

contact is email (include both instructors in emails). Telephone calls must be

scheduled accordingly.

ï‚· Be respectful to peers and instructors.

All assignments have due dates indicated on the course schedule. Due dates are

in place to keep students on target for the semester and allow instructors the time to

provide detailed, constructive feedback. Assignments not turned in on time will

result in a 0 being recorded for that assignment. Assignment submissions are

considered complete and graded as such. Be sure to look at all requirements including

the grading rubrics before submitting course assignments within D2L.

Instructors understand students who are enrolled in the MSRS Program may be

responsible for managing many employees and/or students as well as personal family

matters. If students need any assistance regarding a deadline, they must contact the

instructors at least two days before the due date to discuss the issue. “After the

fact” stories are not accepted and will result in a grade of 0. Emergencies (death, severe

illness, etc.) occur, so students should contact the instructors as soon as possible to

resolve any due date conflicts. Assignment extensions are decided on a case-by-case

basis.

Note: You may not submit a paper for a grade in this class that already has been (or will be) submitted for a grade in another course, unless you obtain the explicit written permission of me and the other instructor involved in advance.

Plagiarism is the use of someone else's thoughts, words, ideas, or lines of argument in your own work without appropriate documentation (a parenthetical citation at the end and a listing in "Works Cited")-whether you use that material in a quote, paraphrase, or summary. It is a theft of intellectual property and will not be tolerated, whether intentional or not.

Student Honor Creed

As an MSU Student, I pledge not to lie, cheat, steal, or help anyone else do so."

As students at MSU, we recognize that any great society must be composed of empowered, responsible citizens. We also recognize universities play an important role in helping mold these responsible citizens. We believe students themselves play an important part in developing responsible citizenship by maintaining a community where integrity and honorable character are the norm, not the exception.

Thus, We, the Students of Midwestern State University, resolve to uphold the honor of the University by affirming our commitment to complete academic honesty. We resolve not only to be honest but also to hold our peers accountable for complete honesty in all university matters.

We consider it dishonest to ask for, give, or receive help in examinations or quizzes, to use any unauthorized material in examinations, or to present, as one's own, work or ideas which are not entirely one's own. We recognize that any instructor has the right to expect that all student work is honest, original work. We accept and acknowledge that responsibility for lying, cheating, stealing, plagiarism, and other forms of academic dishonesty fundamentally rests within each individual student.

We expect of ourselves academic integrity, personal professionalism, and ethical character. We appreciate steps taken by University officials to protect the honor of the University against any who would disgrace the MSU student body by violating the spirit of this creed.

Written and adopted by the 2002-2003 MSU Student Senate.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights protection for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Disability Support Services in Room 168 of the Clark Student Center, (940) 397-4140.

The professor considers this classroom to be a place where you will be treated with respect as a human being - regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, religious affiliation, sexual orientation, political beliefs, age, or ability. Additionally, diversity of thought is appreciated and encouraged, provided you can agree to disagree. It is the professor's expectation that ALL students consider the classroom a safe environment.

All instructors in the Department have voicemail in their offices and MSUTexas e-mail addresses. Make sure you add your instructor's phone number and e-mail address to both email and cell phone lists of contacts.

Obligation to Report Sex Discrimination under State and Federal Law

Midwestern State University is committed to providing and strengthening an educational, working, and living environment where students, faculty, staff, and visitors are free from sex discrimination of any kind. State and federal law require University employees to report sex discrimination and sexual misconduct to the University’s Office of Title IX. As a faculty member, I am required to report to the Title IX Coordinator any allegations, personally observed behavior, or other direct or indirect knowledge of conduct that reasonably may constitute sex discrimination or sexual misconduct, which includes sexual assault, sexual harassment, dating violence, or stalking, involving a student or employee. After a report is made, the office of Title IX will reach out to the affected student or employee in an effort to connect such person(s) with resources and options in addressing the allegations made in the report. You are also encouraged to report any incidents to the office of Title IX. You may do so by contacting:

Laura Hetrick

Title IX Coordinator
Sunwatcher Village Clubhouse
940-397-4213

laura.hetrick@msutexas.edu

You may also file an online report 24/7 at Maxient 

Should you wish to visit with someone about your experience in confidence, you may contact the MSU Counseling Center at 940-397-4618. For more information on the University’s policy on Title IX or sexual misconduct, please visit MSU Texas Title IX

Senate Bill 11 passed by the 84th Texas Legislature allows licensed handgun holders to carry concealed handguns on campus, effective August 1, 2016. Areas excluded from concealed carry are appropriately marked, in accordance with state law. For more information regarding campus carry, please refer to the University’s webpage at https://msutexas.edu/campus-carry/rules-policies.

If you have questions or concerns, please contact MSU Chief of Police at police@msutexas.edu.