HLTH 2352 Syllabus Fall 2021

HLTH 2352.
90L: Personal Health

SYLLABUS
Fall 2021
Subject to any new Texas legislative mandate changes.
COURSE INFORMATION:
Meeting times: Fully Online in Blackboard
Meeting location: Fully Online in Blackboard
Course Modality: Online Asynchronous (OASYNC)
INSTRUCTOR INFORMATION:
Instructor Name: Danessa Peterson MS, NASM-CPT, NASM-CES
Phone: 956-665-3501 (HHP Dept. Office)
E-Mail: danessa.peterson@utrgv.edu (preferred method of contact)
Office location: EHPE I 1.120
Office hours: No set office hours, very available through email
WELCOME & INTRODUCTION TO COURSE MODALITY STATEMENT
Online Asynchronous Courses: These courses will be delivered fully online. There will be no designated class
meeting time for real-time instructor/student interaction, which gives you the flexibility to engage with the
course materials as best fits your daily schedule. Your learning will be guided by the digital presentation of the
course content (e.g., recorded lectures, presentations, outlines, notes) and scheduled assignments. Your
instructors will provide you with feedback on assigned work, communicate with you electronically, and be
available to meet as defined on this syllabus.
COURSE DESCRIPTION, PREREQUISITES & MODE OF LEARNING
This course will cover factors and health issues that influence lifestyle and wellness throughout the lifespan; highlighting
college student wellness. Emphasis will be placed on the application of knowledge and skills for personal and
professional practice.
The class should join in a scholarly inquiry of the issues with an understanding that differences of opinion exist. Each
student should feel they have equal access and opportunity for contribution to the discussion forum, and equal access to
the instructor for questions and concerns.
 Many of the course lectures will be pre-recorded and I will also include a PowerPoint. These lectures and or
PowerPoints will be posted each week. I am very available through UTRGV email for any questions or concerns.
Prerequisite: None
COVID-19 RESOURCES:
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Please visit the UTRGV COVID-19 protocols web page for the most up-to-date COVID-19 campus information and
resources. The COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) web page offers additional guidance to specific questions.
To submit a question for the FAQ, please email WelcomeBack@utrgv.edu.
UTRGV VACCINE PORTAL

UTRGV Students are eligible to receive the COVID-19 Vaccine. Students may access and complete their vaccine profile
via the UTRGV Vaccine Portal. For additional information on the COVID-19 Vaccine, please visit the UTRGV Vaccine web
page.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES FOR THE COURSE

The student will be able to:
Student Learning Outcomes Program Major Course Requirement/Major

(SLO) Student Learning Outcomes Assignment/Examination
A. Identify the importance and 1. Communicate public and global A (SLO): Ch. 7, 8, 10, 13, 14, 15, 20,
scope of health in a changing health information, in both oral and and 21 Discussions, Quizzes, and Ch.
society. written forms through a variety of 11 and 12 Short Answer Assignment
B. Explore topics which have media, to diverse audiences
relevance for students during 2. Locate, assess, apply, and synthesize
college years and throughout public health information B (SLO): Personalized Exercise
life. 3. Use concepts of public health and Program Project, Ch. 1 Quiz, and Ch. 2,
C. Apply meaning and purpose models from social and behavioral 3, 4, 6, 8, 13, 14, and 15 Discussions
in health as a quality of living disciplines to promote health and
and a way of life. address health related needs and
C (SLO): Personalized Exercise
D. Discuss concepts and values concerns of groups and communities
Program Project, Ch. 5 Short Answer
which influence choices and across the life course
Assignment, and Ch. 7, 8, 12, 13, 14,
decisions relating to health 4. Relate biology, health behavior,
and 15 Discussions, and Quizzes
practices. social determinants, and
E. Interpret scientific facts and environmental contexts to human
evidence which provide a health, disease, and the expression D (SLO): Ch. 4, 6, 9, 10, 20, 21, and 22
basis for self-discovery, self- of health disparities Discussions, and Ch. 5, 11, and 12
improvement, and self- 5. Apply basic principles of project Short Answer Assignment, and Quizzes
fulfillment in all dimensions development, implementation, and
of life. evaluation
F. Develop interest in a search 6. Analyze how communities, E (SLO): Personalized Exercise Program
for facts and truths in health community forces and research Project, Ch. 3 and Ch. 4 Discussions,
science. shape health policies and regulations and Quizzes
F (SLO): Ch. 16, 17, and 21 Discussions,

Ch. 18 and 19 Short Answer
Assignment, and Quizzes
TEXTBOOK, TECHNOLOGY, AND/OR RESOURCE MATERIAL
Connect Core Concepts in Health 17th (BIG) Edition, by Paul M. Insel, Walton T. Roth, and Claire E. Insel
McGraw-Hill Education Publisher
ISBN-13: 9781264144655 (Loose-leaf version)
 Please note that use of this textbook is mandatory. You must use the textbook to respond to discussion boards,
quizzes, chapter assessments, assignments, projects, and to study for your Final exam
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 Prices vary depending on renting/buying hardcopy, loose-leaf, or e-textbook
 No additional codes aren’t necessary
 No other edition is recommended
 E-textbook, loose-leaf, or hardback versions are ok
BLACKBOARD SUPPORT
If you need assistance with course technology at any time, please contact the Center for Online Learning and Teaching
Technology (COLTT).
Campus: Brownsville Edinburg
Location: Casa Bella (BCASA) 613 Education Complex (EEDUC) 2.202
Phone: 956-882-6792 956-665-5327
Toll Free: 1-866-654-4555

Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Support Tickets Submit a Support Case via our Ask COLTT Portal
24/7 Blackboard Support

Need Blackboard assistance after hours? You can call our main office numbers, 956-882-6792 or 956-665-5327, to speak
with a support representative.
CLASS AND GRADING POLICIES
Class Policies
Be kind, be present in your online course, be professional, and be excited about life and learning!
Discussion boards, assignments, projects, and chapter quizzes are expected by the announced due dates and should be
submitted as indicated in the Course Content link in the left-hand panel of the Blackboard course. It is extremely
important to keep up with all assigned work. LATE WORK WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED AND MISSED WORK WILL
ADVERSELY AFFECT YOUR GRADE. Please follow the instructions in the Weekly Work Folders link and be sure your work
demonstrates that you have read and understood the required text.
Course Procedures
 Class lessons and assignments are aimed at presenting basic information and facts to stimulate discussions,
outside reading, research, and new learning.
 Every student is expected to prepare for and participate in the discussion board forum. Freedom in
expressing personal beliefs and values is encouraged.
 Students may appeal grades based on HOP Policy 5.2.1.
Blackboard course navigation basics:

The information below provides you with a navigational and informational outline for the course. It will help you get
started and will be a permanent announcement so you may use it as a reference point throughout the semester.
Links in the left panel of your Blackboard course:
 Announcements - This is where I will post notifications as they relate to the course and course related campus
community resources/events.
 Syllabus – This area contains a printable copy of the course syllabus. If any updates to these documents are
made, I will notify you in the Announcements.
 Coursework Calendar - This is a link to an outline of what to expect each week of class. Refer to this often.
 Weekly Work Folders – This link will contain the assigned coursework for the appropriate week
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 My Grades – This link takes you to your grades for the course
Discussion Forums
In this course, you will often post discussion threads responding to the professor assigned discussion topic. When
researching your discussion post responses, using other credible sources in addition to your textbook is encouraged. It is
also required that you respond to at least two classmates’ posts and participate in each week’s discussion on at least
two different days throughout that week. Your response to classmates should demonstrate analysis and/or encourage
further discussion. (You must write a few sentences encouraging more discussion. Don't just agree with your classmate).
My role in discussion board forums is that of a facilitator. I will occasionally correct misconceptions and/or redirect
conversations that need redirecting.
Chapter Short Answer Assignments: These assignments will be relevant to the corresponding chapter and may be in
short answer and/or essay format. All assignments must be thoroughly answered, typed and submitted before the due
date and time. You must use your textbook and one additional credible source when providing your responses. Your
sources need to be cited appropriately throughout your text, so that I can see what information comes from the source
and what is in your own words. A proper bibliography page should also be included and be in APA format. These
assignments will be submitted online through Blackboard and scanned by SafeAssign for plagiarism.
Chapter Quizzes: Will be given weekly. The chapter quizzes will be 20 questions and in multiple choice or true/false
format. Each chapter quiz will have a 25-minute time limit.
Personalized Exercise/Wellness Behavior Program Project: This 4-5 week project will begin during the last five weeks of
the semester. You will be creating an exercise and wellness program for yourself and one other (friend, family, etc).
Details and Project grading rubric will be provided midway during the semester.
Final Exam: The Final exam will take place in Blackboard during Week 15. We will also end our class that week. It will be
mostly multiple choice and true/false format. The test exam link can be found in the Week 15 folder. The Final exam will
be 50 questions. Please make sure you have a secure internet connection before beginning. The test must be completed
once started. The test will have a 75-minute time limit.
Coursework
Each week we will cover at least one chapter from the required textbook. Throughout the semester you will be
completing discussion board posts, chapter assessments, quizzes, a project, and chapter assignment papers. In
Blackboard, click on the Course Content and then the appropriate week's heading to see the required work for that
week.
The first assignment is to complete and submit the Orientation/Syllabus Quiz and Introduce Yourself in the Discussion
Board, by clicking on Week 1 in the Weekly Work Folder link. The Orientation/Syllabus Quiz will cover information found
in the Syllabus and the Professor’s Welcome folder.
Again, this course is available 24/7, no late or make-up work will be accepted.
 Each week will open on Monday at 5am and close on Sunday 11:59pm
 All graded coursework can be completed by you any time throughout the week. However, all graded
coursework each week must be completed and submitted in Blackboard, no later than Sunday 11:59pm
◊ EXTRA CREDIT: No extra credit will be given in this course. Your grade is your earned grade.
Grading System
 Discussions (11) 10 points each 110 points
 Quizzes (16) 10 points each 160 points
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 Short Answer Assignments (3) 20 points each 60 points
 Personalized Exercise/Wellness Program Project 50 points
 Final Exam 50 points
TOTAL POINTS 430 POINTS
Grading Scale
A=430-387 points
B=386-344 points
C=343-301 points
D=300-258 points
F=257 and below
Coursework Calendar
Week 1 (August 23-29)
Read: Syllabus, Welcome Message, Announcements and About Your Professor links
View: Welcome Message Video and Resources section
Do:
 Purchase Textbook
 Post in the Introduce Yourself Discussion
 Complete Orientation/Syllabus Quiz
Week 2 (August 30-September 5)

Read: Chapters 1 and 2 in required textbook
View: Stress Video
Do:
 Complete Wellness Assessment
 Complete Stress Assessment
 Post in the Week 2 Discussion: participate in the discussion at least two days throughout the week and respond
to at least two classmates’ posts.
 Complete Chapter 1 Quiz
Week 3 (September 6-12)

Read: Chapter 3 in required textbook
View: Micro-lecture video
Do:

Read: Chapter 4 and 5 in required textbook
Do:
 Complete Questionnaire Assessment on Sleep pg. 87
 Complete Short Answer Assignment: Responding to all five learning objectives
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Do:
 Complete the Ch. 6 and 9 Quiz (one quiz total)
Week 6 (September 27-October 3)

Do:
 Complete Questionnaire Assessment on pg. 171
 Complete Chapters 7 and 8 Quiz (one quiz total)
Week 7 (October 4-10)

Do:

Do:
 Complete Short Answer Assignment: Responding to all five learning objectives

Do:

View: Micro-lecture video and instructions on project: Four-week Personalized Exercise Program
Do:
 Begin part one of project: setting SMART goals and discover behavior change strategies
Week 11 (November 1-7)

Do:
 Begin part two of project: submit goals and activities
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Do:
 Begin part three of project: Personal Fitness Contract and record of activities
 Complete Short Answer Assignment: Responding to five professor selected earning objectives

Do:
 Begin part four of project: assess and revise recorded activity and submit

Do:
 Begin part five of project: record and assess your progress and your friend or family member’s progress. Begin
writing 1-2 page Reflection paper
 Complete CAM Assessment on pg. 568
Week 15 (November 29-December 3) *Short Week*

Read: Review notes and textbook for comprehensive Final Exam
Do:
 Complete and submit Personalized Exercise Program Plan and Reflection project paper
 Complete Comprehensive Final Exam
ATTENDANCE POLICY:
Students are expected to participate in all scheduled classes and may be dropped from the course for excessive
absences or lack of being present in an online course. In fully online courses student’s must be active and submit work in
the course each week. UTRGV’s attendance policy excuses students from attending class if they are participating in
officially sponsored university activities, such as athletics; have been provided such an accommodation by Student
Accessibility Services (SAS); for observance of religious holy days; or for military service. Students should contact the
instructor in advance of the excused absence and arrange to make up missed work or examinations.
EMAIL RESPONSE TIME:

 Generally, I will respond to UTRGV emails within 12 hours of receiving them. If I plan to be away from my
computer for more than a day, I will let you know in advance. Any technical questions can be referred to
Blackboard Support (a link in the left panel of your Blackboard course).
 I will update the online grades each time a grading session has been complete—typically 1-2 days following the
completion of an activity and you will be provided any applicable feedback at that time. You will see a visual
indication of new grades posted on your Blackboard home page under the link to this course.
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ACADEMIC INTEGRITY:
Members of the UTRGV community uphold the Vaquero Honor Code’s shared values of honesty, integrity and mutual respect in our
interactions and relationships. In this regard, academic integrity is fundamental in our actions, as any act of dishonesty conflicts as
much with academic achievement as with the values of honesty and integrity. Violations of academic integrity include, but are
not limited to: cheating, plagiarism (including self-plagiarism), and collusion; submission for credit of any work or materials that are
attributable in whole or in part to another person; taking an examination for another person; any act designed to give unfair
advantage to a student; or the attempt to commit such acts (Board of Regents Rules and Regulations, STU 02-100, and UTRGV
Academic Integrity Guidelines). All violations of Academic Integrity will be reported to Student Rights and Responsibilities through
Vaqueros Report It.
COURSE RECORDINGS:
The use of recordings will enable you to have access to class lectures, group discussions, etc. in the event
you have to miss a synchronous or face to face class meeting due to illness or other extenuating
circumstance. Our use of such technology is governed by the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act
(FERPA), UTRGV’s acceptable-use policy, and UTRGV HOP Policy STU 02-100 Student Conduct and
Discipline. A recording of class sessions will be kept and stored by UTRGV, in accordance with FERPA and
UTRGV policies. Your instructor will not share the recordings of your class activities outside of course
participants, which include your fellow students, teaching assistants, or graduate assistants, and any
guest faculty or community-based learning partners with whom we may engage during a class session.
You may not share recordings outside of this course. Doing so may result in disciplinary action under
UTRGV HOP Policy STU 02-100 Student Conduct and Discipline.
UTRGV POLICY STATEMENTS
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:

Students with a documented disability (physical, psychological, learning, or other disability which affects academic
performance) who would like to receive reasonable academic accommodations should contact Student Accessibility
Services (SAS) for additional information. In order for accommodation requests to be considered for approval, the
student must apply using the mySAS portal. and is responsible for providing sufficient documentation of the disability to
SAS. Students are required to participate in an interactive discussion, or an intake appointment, with SAS staff.
Accommodations may be requested at any time but are not retroactive, meaning they are valid once approved by SAS.
Please contact SAS early in the semester/module for guidance. Students who experience a broken bone, severe injury,
or undergo surgery may also be eligible for temporary accommodations.
Pregnancy, Pregnancy-related, and Parenting Accommodations

Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 prohibits sex discrimination, which includes discrimination based on
pregnancy, marital status, or parental status. Students seeking accommodations related to pregnancy, pregnancy-
related condition, or parenting (reasonably immediate postpartum period) should submit the request using the form
found at https://www.utrgv.edu/pregnancyandparenting for review by Student Accessibility Services.
Student Accessibility Services:

Brownsville Campus: Student Accessibility Services is located in 1.107 in the Music and Learning Center building
(BMSLC) and can be contacted by phone at (956) 882-7374 or via email at ability@utrgv.edu.
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Edinburg Campus: Student Accessibility Services is located in 108 University Center (EUCTR) and can be contacted by
phone at (956) 665-7005 or via email at ability@utrgv.edu.
MANDATORY COURSE EVALUATION PERIOD:

Students are required to complete an ONLINE evaluation of this course, accessed through your UTRGV account
(http://my.utrgv.edu); you will be contacted through email with further instructions. Students who complete their
evaluations will have priority access to their grades. Online evaluations will be available on or about:
Fall Module 1 (7 weeks) October 6-12, 2021

Fall Regular Term 2021 November 12- December 1, 2021
Fall Module 2 (7 weeks) December 1-7, 2021
SEXUAL MISCONDUCT and MANDATORY REPORTING:

In accordance with UT System regulations, your instructor is a “Responsible Employee” for reporting purposes under
Title IX regulations and so must report to the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity (OIED@utrgv.edu) any instance,
occurring during a student’s time in college, of sexual misconduct, which includes sexual assault, stalking, dating
violence, domestic violence, and sexual harassment, about which she/he becomes aware during this course through
writing, discussion, or personal disclosure. More information can be found at www.utrgv.edu/equity, including
confidential resources available on campus. The faculty and staff of UTRGV actively strive to provide a learning, working,
and living environment that promotes personal integrity, civility, and mutual respect that is free from sexual misconduct,
discrimination, and all forms of violence. If students, faculty, or staff would like confidential assistance, or have
questions, they can contact OVAVP (Office for Victim Advocacy & Violence Prevention) at (956) 665-8287, (956) 882-
8282, or OVAVP@utrgv.edu.
COURSE DROPS:
According to UTRGV policy, students may drop any class without penalty earning a grade of DR (drop) until the official
drop date. Following that date, students must be assigned a letter grade and can no longer drop the class. Students
considering dropping the class should be aware of the “3-peat rule” and the “6-drop” rule so they can recognize how
dropped classes may affect their academic success. The 6-drop rule refers to Texas law that dictates that undergraduate
students may not drop more than six courses during their undergraduate career. Courses dropped at other Texas public
higher education institutions will count toward the six-course drop limit. The 3-peat rule refers to additional fees
charged to students who take the same class for the third time.
STUDENT SERVICES:
Students who demonstrate financial need have a variety of options when it comes to paying for college costs, such as
scholarships, grants, loans and work-study. Students should visit the Student Services Center (U Central) for additional
information. U Central is located in BMAIN 1.100 (Brownsville) or ESSBL 1.145 (Edinburg) or can be reached by email
(ucentral@utrgv.edu) or telephone: (888) 882-4026. In addition to financial aid, U Central can assist students with
registration and admissions.
Students seeking academic help in their studies can use university resources in addition to an instructor’s office hours.
University Resources include the Advising Center, Career Center, Counseling Center, Learning Center, and Writing
Center. The centers provide services such as tutoring, writing help, counseling services, critical thinking, study skills,
degree planning, and student employment. In addition, services such as the Food Pantry are also provided. Locations are
listed below.
Center Name Brownsville Campus Edinburg Campus

Advising Center BMAIN 1.400 EITTB 1.000
AcademicAdvising@utrgv.edu (956) 665-7120 (956) 665-7120
Career Center BINAB 1.105 ESTAC 2.101
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Center Name Brownsville Campus Edinburg Campus
CareerCenter@utrgv.edu (956) 882-5627 (956) 665-2243
Counseling Center BSTUN 2.10 EUCTR 109
Counseling@utrgv.edu (956) 882-3897 (956) 665-2574
Mental Health Counseling and
Related Services List
Food Pantry BCAVL 101 & 102 EUCTR 114
FoodPantry@utrgv.edu (956) 882-7126 (956) 665-3663
Learning Center BMSLC 2.118 ELCTR 100

LearningCenter@utrgv.edu (956) 882-8208 (956) 665-2585
Writing Center BLIBR 3.206 ESTAC 3.119
WC@utrgv.edu (956) 882-7065 (956) 665-2538
UTRGV IMPORTANT DATES:

The UTRGV academic calendar can be found at https://my.utrgv.edu/home at the bottom of the screen, prior to login.
Some important dates for Fall 2020 include:
Fall Module 1
August 25 First day of classes.
August 25 Last day to add a class or register for Fall 2021 Module 1 classes.
October 5 Last day to drop a class or withdraw.
October 13 Final Exams (Term Ends)
October 15 Grades Due at 3 p.m.
Fall Regular Term

August 23 First day of classes.
August 26 Last day to add a class or register for Fall 2021 classes.
November 10 Last day to drop a class or withdraw.
December 2 Study Day – NO classes
December 3-9 Final Exams
December 13 Grades Due at 3 p.m.
Fall Module 2
October 20 First day of classes.
October 20 Last day to add a class or register for Fall 2021 Module 2 classes.
November 30 Last day to drop a class or withdraw.
December 8 Final Exams (Term Ends)
December 10 Grades Due at 3 p.m.
DEAN OF STUDENTS RESOURCES:

The Dean of Students office assists students when they experience a challenge with an administrative process,
unexpected situation such as an illness, accident, or family situation, and aids in resolving complaints. Additionally, the
office facilitates student academic related requests for religious accommodations, support students formerly in foster
care, helps to advocate on behalf of students and inform them about their rights and responsibilities, and serves as a
resource and support for faculty and campus departments.
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Vaqueros Report It allows students, staff and faculty a way to report concern about the well-being of a student, seek
assistance in resolving a complaint, or report allegations of behaviors contrary to community standards or campus
policies.
The Dean of Students can be reached by emailing dos@utrgv.edu, by logging into Virtual Office hours in which a
representative is available Monday-Friday 9:00-11:00 a.m. and 1:00-4:00 p.m, or by visiting one of the following office
locations: Cavalry (BCAVL) 204 or University Center (EUCTR 323). Phone: 956-665-2260.
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90L: Personal Health

WELCOME & INTRODUCTION TO COURSE MODALITY STATEMENT

COURSE DESCRIPTION, PREREQUISITES & MODE OF LEARNING

UTRGV VACCINE PORTAL

LEARNING OBJECTIVES/OUTCOMES FOR THE COURSE

Student Learning Outcomes Program Major Course Requirement/Major

F (SLO): Ch. 16, 17, and 21 Discussions,

TEXTBOOK, TECHNOLOGY, AND/OR RESOURCE MATERIAL

Location: Casa Bella (BCASA) 613 Education Complex (EEDUC) 2.202

Phone: 956-882-6792 956-665-5327

Toll Free: 1-866-654-4555

24/7 Blackboard Support

CLASS AND GRADING POLICIES

Blackboard course navigation basics:

Week 2 (August 30-September 5)

Week 3 (September 6-12)

Week 4 (September 13-19)

Week 6 (September 27-October 3)

Week 7 (October 4-10)

Week 8 (October 11-17)

Week 9 (October 18-24)

Week 10 (October 25-31)

Week 11 (November 1-7)

Week 12 (November 8-14)

Week 13 (November 15-21)

Week 14 (November 22-28)

Week 15 (November 29-December 3) *Short Week*

EMAIL RESPONSE TIME:

UTRGV POLICY STATEMENTS

STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES:

Pregnancy, Pregnancy-related, and Parenting Accommodations

Student Accessibility Services:

MANDATORY COURSE EVALUATION PERIOD:

Fall Module 1 (7 weeks) October 6-12, 2021

SEXUAL MISCONDUCT and MANDATORY REPORTING:

Center Name Brownsville Campus Edinburg Campus

Learning Center BMSLC 2.118 ELCTR 100

UTRGV IMPORTANT DATES:

Fall Regular Term

DEAN OF STUDENTS RESOURCES:

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