Introduction

Course Structure

Course Components and Evaluation

Unit IV Competencies

Academic Policies and Information

Writing Assignments

Student Resources and Support Services

Books and Readings

Brief Descriptions and of Major Assignments

Course Schedule

Student Resources and Support Services

A.  Writing Aids                                                               Although you have been writing extensively over the course of this first year, learning to write well for different purposes and audiences is an ongoing learning process for all of us.  Thus, we encourage you to take advantage of two resources that are available to students and faculty:

1.  The New Century College On-Line Writing Guide can be accessed at classweb.gmu.edu/nccwg/.  This guide was developed specifically for NCC students.  Unit IV faculty encourage you to use this guide. 

2.  GMU Writing Center offers a variety of services to assist students in developing writing skills.  The website (http://writingcenter.gmu.edu) provides information on these topics:  how to complete various writing and presentation assignments, availability of walk-in and scheduled appointments, and how to upload drafts of papers in order to receive online feedback from center tutors.   The Writing Center is located in A114 Robinson Hall with a branch in 040 Enterprise Hall; phone number is 993-1200. 

B.  Disability Resources                                                           Any student with documented learning disabilities or other conditions that may affect academic performance, should:  1) make sure this documentation is on file with the Office of Disability Support Services (993-2474) to determine accommodations you might need; 2) provide a copy of the DSS form to his or her instructors for each course; and 3) meet with instructors to discuss learning needs.  For more information contact the GMU Disability Resource Center’s web page at www.gmu.edu/student/drc. 

C.  Counseling Center                                                    Counseling programs and services are free of charge for all GMU students.  The Center offers counseling, learning, and multicultural services to help students achieve academic and personal success.  For more information, contact the Center staff at 703-993-2380, www.gmu.edu/departments/csdc, or go to SUB I, Room 364.

D.  Library Services                                                                The NCC liaison at the Johnson Center Library is Jim Young (jyoung8@gmu.edu).  Professor Young is a tremendous resource for NCC students and we encourage you to meet with him to discuss GMU research resources.