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SCHEDULE OF CLASSES — SPRING 2011<br />
ENVIRONMENTAL SAFETY<br />
For matters involving environmental safety and management, such as chemical<br />
spills, waste management and o<strong>the</strong>r compliance and regulatory standards<br />
related to environmental safety, you should call 202.274.7178 (during<br />
<strong>University</strong> business hours). Outside <strong>of</strong> <strong>University</strong> business hours, and in emergency<br />
situations, contact campus police at 202.274.5050.<br />
PARKING<br />
In order to use <strong>University</strong> parking facilities (including handicap parking), all students,<br />
faculty and staff members must register <strong>the</strong>ir vehicle(s) with <strong>the</strong> cashier’s<br />
<strong>of</strong>fice and purchase <strong>the</strong> appropriate parking permit. Students, faculty and staff<br />
who choose not to purchase a seasonal parking permit must pay <strong>the</strong> $3.50/day<br />
rate and must present a valid (student, faculty or staff) ID. All o<strong>the</strong>rs must pay<br />
<strong>the</strong> $8.00/day rate. A valid parking permit (or daily pass) is required at all times.<br />
Parking permits may be purchased at <strong>the</strong> cashier’s <strong>of</strong>fice, located in Building 39,<br />
Room 201. The cashier’s <strong>of</strong>fice is open for business Monday through Friday from<br />
8:30 AM–5 PM. Pro<strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong> course registration (class schedule) must be presented<br />
to <strong>the</strong> cashier’s <strong>of</strong>fice in order to purchase a parking permit; t<strong>here</strong>fore, students<br />
must complete <strong>the</strong> registration process prior to obtaining a parking permit (not<br />
applicable to <strong>University</strong> employees).<br />
LEARNING RESOURCES DIVISION INFORMATION<br />
Dean Albert Casciero,<br />
202.274.6370<br />
Building 41, Van Ness Campus<br />
Mon.–Fri: 8:00 AM–11:00 PM<br />
Sat.: 8:00 AM–6:30 PM<br />
Sun.: Closed<br />
During intersessions, facilities<br />
are open:<br />
Mon.–Fri.: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM<br />
Sat.–Sun.: Closed<br />
During registration, Level 5<br />
is open until 7:00 PM.<br />
SPRING SEMESTER 2011<br />
Final Examination Schedule — April 22–28, 2011<br />
Final examinations will be given based on <strong>the</strong> time(s) and day(s) your<br />
courses meet during <strong>the</strong> semester. For example if your course meets at<br />
8:00 a.m. on Mondays & Wednesdays, your final examination will be<br />
held on Monday, April 25, 2011 from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.<br />
Final exams for Friday/Saturday classes will be held on Friday, April 22,<br />
2011 during regular class hours.<br />
Final exams for Saturday classes will be held on Saturday, April 23,<br />
2011 during regular class hours.<br />
Class Meetings Examination Times Day Date<br />
8:00 AM MW 8:00–10:00 AM Mon. 04/25/11<br />
9:30 AM MW 9:30 –11:30 AM Wed. 04/27/11<br />
11:00 AM MW 11:00–1:00 PM Mon. 04/25/11<br />
12:30 PM MW 12:30–2:30 PM Wed. 04/27/11<br />
2:00 PM MW 2:00–4:00 PM Mon. 04/25/11<br />
4:00 PM MW 3:30–5:30 PM Wed. 04/27/11<br />
5:30 PM MW 5:30–7:30 PM Mon. 04/25/11<br />
7:00 PM MW 7:00–9:00 PM Wed. 04/27/11<br />
8:30 PM MW 8:00–10:00 PM Mon. 04/25/11<br />
8:00 AM TR 8:00–10:00 AM Tue. 04/26/11<br />
9:30 AM TR 9:30–11:30 AM Thur. 04/28/11<br />
11:00 AM TR 11:00–1:00 PM Tue. 04/26/11<br />
12:30 PM TR 12:30–2:30 PM Thur. 04/28/11<br />
2:00 PM TR 2:00-4:00 PM Tue. 04/26/11<br />
4:00 PM TR 3:30–5:30 PM Thur. 04/28/11<br />
5:30 PM TR 5:30–7:30 PM Tue. 04/26/11<br />
7:00 PM TR 7:00–9:00 PM Thur. 04/28/11<br />
8:30 PM TR 8:00–10:00 PM Tue. 04/28/11<br />
ATTENTION: For classes not covered by this schedule, final exams<br />
must be scheduled after April 18, 2011.<br />
NOTICE TO ALL STUDENTS<br />
The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>District</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Columbia</strong> Drug & Alcohol Abuse Policy<br />
The unlawful possession, use, or distribution <strong>of</strong> illicit drugs and alcohol by students<br />
on <strong>University</strong> property or as part <strong>of</strong> any <strong>University</strong> activity is prohibited.<br />
Federal and <strong>District</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Columbia</strong> laws prohibit <strong>the</strong> unlawful use, manufacture,<br />
possession, control, sale and dispensation <strong>of</strong> any illegal narcotic, dangerous<br />
drug, or alcohol.<br />
The health risks associated with <strong>the</strong> use <strong>of</strong> illicit drugs and <strong>the</strong> abuse <strong>of</strong> alcohol<br />
include physical and mental impairment, emotional and psychological deterioration,<br />
fine and gross motor degeneration, and death.<br />
Students who unlawfully possess, use, or distribute illicit drugs or alcohol shall be<br />
sanctioned. Sanctions may include referral for criminal prosecution, expulsion,<br />
suspension, reprimand, or requiring <strong>the</strong> student to complete an appropriate rehabilitation<br />
program.<br />
The <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> <strong>District</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Columbia</strong> provides confidential counseling and<br />
referral services to students with problems related to drug use and alcohol abuse.<br />
The <strong>University</strong> also provides information about substance abuse and treatment<br />
programs available to UDC students.<br />
Students who desire information regarding substance abuse or treatment programs<br />
should contact <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong> Health Services at 202.274.5030.<br />
FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA)<br />
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that<br />
protects <strong>the</strong> privacy <strong>of</strong> student education records. Education records are directly<br />
related to <strong>the</strong> student and are maintained by <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>. Student educational<br />
records are confidential and will only be shared by <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficials with o<strong>the</strong>r<br />
<strong>University</strong> faculty or staff or with lending agencies that have a legitimate interest<br />
to know certain information. FERPA prevents <strong>the</strong> release <strong>of</strong> information about<br />
a student, o<strong>the</strong>r than directory information, without <strong>the</strong> student's consent.<br />
Under FERPA, students are given certain rights regarding education records:<br />
1. The right to inspect and review education records pertaining to <strong>the</strong> student<br />
kept by <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong><br />
2. The right to request <strong>the</strong> amendment <strong>of</strong> education records <strong>the</strong> student<br />
believes to be inaccurate, misleading or o<strong>the</strong>rwise in violation <strong>of</strong> his or her<br />
privacy rights<br />
3. The right to limit disclosure <strong>of</strong> education records<br />
4. The right to file with <strong>the</strong> U.S. Department <strong>of</strong> Education a complaint<br />
concerning alleged failures by <strong>the</strong> insitution to comply with <strong>the</strong><br />
requirements <strong>of</strong> FERPA and <strong>the</strong> regulations. The complaint should be<br />
in writing and contain specific allegations <strong>of</strong> fact. The complaint should<br />
be sent to:<br />
Family Policy Compliance Office<br />
U.S. Department <strong>of</strong> Education<br />
400 Maryland Ave. SW<br />
Washington, DC 20202-5920<br />
The following documents are located in <strong>the</strong> <strong>University</strong>'s Office <strong>of</strong> <strong>the</strong> Registrar:<br />
1. Information regarding <strong>the</strong> Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act<br />
<strong>of</strong> 1974, as amended<br />
2. Student Request Form to Review Education Records<br />
3. Student Request Form to Amend or Remove Education Records<br />
4. Student Request Form to Limit Disclosure <strong>of</strong> Directory Information<br />
5. Student Consent Form for Access to Education Records<br />
6. Third Party Request for Student Information<br />
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