“Critical thinking is, in short, self-directed, selfdisciplined,self-monitored, and self-correctivethinking. It presupposes assent to rigorousstandards <strong>of</strong> excellence and mindful command <strong>of</strong>their use. It entails effective communication andproblem solving abilities and a commitment toovercome our native egocentrism andsociocentrism.” (Scriven, M., & Paul, P. Retrieved fromhttp://www.criticalthinking.org/aboutCT/definingCT.cfm)Why you should cite sources (L. Ettinger, 2003):1. Demonstrate knowledge <strong>of</strong> the work to others;2. Build upon others' ideas, extending knowledge;3. Allow others to analyze your work in relation to alarger body <strong>of</strong> material;4. Document your theoretical and practicalperspectives;5. Define your context and terms;6. Join a learning community;7. I'm sure you and others can add to this list.USE OF IMAGES: Images posted on Blackboardare available for use in this format under aneducational fair use policy. This policy requires thatthey be used for educational purposes only.Therefore, to protect images from copyrightinfringement, students should not download or alterimages in any way.ASSIGNMENT RETAINMENT POLICY:Assignments for this course will not be kept longerthan current university policy requires, that is, onlyone quarter after the course has occurred. After thattime, the instructor will take any remainingassignments to university shredding services, deletethem from hardware or s<strong>of</strong>tware files, or otherwisedispose <strong>of</strong> them at the instructor's discretion.ARTS & ADMINISTRATION (AAD) PROGRAMDESCRIPTION: Arts management is a multidisciplinaryfield, focused on promoting the arts and culture forindividuals and societies. Knowledge and expertise fromthe arts is combined with social, cultural, managerial, andeducational perspectives for the purpose <strong>of</strong> creating,implementing, and administering cultural programs innon-pr<strong>of</strong>it, for-pr<strong>of</strong>it, and unincorporated organizationsand institutions.Constituents served by AAD include graduate students inarts management, undergraduate community arts minors,undergraduates fulfilling arts & letters and/ormulticultural requirements, and arts pr<strong>of</strong>essionals. Artsmanagement at the UO is characterized by a commitmentto a multicultural and socio-political orientation to art andculture; a strong belief in electronic communication andopportunities afforded by the Internet; a focus oncontemporary and future trends; and a belief in theimportance <strong>of</strong> research to the pr<strong>of</strong>ession.If you have interest in the Community Arts minor, I wouldbe glad to talk about it with you as well as direct you to theminor program coordinator, Lori Hager, atlhager@uoregon.edu. To learn more about the program,you can visit http://aad.uoregon.edu/index.cfm?mode=programs&page=minorSCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE & ALLIED ARTS(AAA) DESCRIPTION: AAA is dedicated to advancingthe understanding, value, and quality <strong>of</strong> visual culture andthe built, natural, and social environments throughexcellent and distinctive teaching, research, and creativeendeavors. Grounded in a unique multi-disciplinarystructure, AAA is a diverse, collegial learning community<strong>of</strong> faculty, students, and staff. We seek to enhance the lives<strong>of</strong> individuals and communities through endeavors thatstem from intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and broadinquiry, rooted in the inter-relatedness <strong>of</strong> theory, history,and practice. In support <strong>of</strong> this mission, AAA affirms thefollowing values:a) Excellence -- supporting and celebrating a culture thatpromotes rigor, encourages risk-taking, and challengesstandards in creating, composing, and presenting ideas.b) Open discourse -- Fostering the open exchange andcritique <strong>of</strong> ideas in an environment that welcomes adiversity <strong>of</strong> views.c) Inclusiveness -- Actively encouraging the presence andparticipation in the School <strong>of</strong> individuals with differingbackgrounds, experience, and world-views.d) Cooperation -- Working together in shared efforts toteach, learn, understand, and create.e) Inter-disciplinary Experience -- Engaging multipledisciplines to expand our perspective and enrich ourteaching, research, and creative practice.f) Responsibility -- Recognizing our accountability for theimpact <strong>of</strong> our actions on environmental, social, and culturalsystems.UO AFFIRMATION OF COMMUNITY STANDARDS:(http://policies.uoregon.edu/ch1affirmation.html) The<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Oregon</strong> community is dedicated to the advancement <strong>of</strong> knowledge and the development <strong>of</strong> integrity. Inorder to thrive and excel, this community must preserve the freedom <strong>of</strong> thought and expression <strong>of</strong> all its members. The<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Oregon</strong> has a long and illustrious history in the area <strong>of</strong> academic freedom and freedom <strong>of</strong> speech. A culture<strong>of</strong> respect that honors the rights, safety, dignity and worth <strong>of</strong> every individual is essential to preserve such freedom. Weaffirm our respect for the rights and well-being <strong>of</strong> all members.CAMPUS RESOURCES FOR STUDENTSBias Response Team http://bias.uoregon.edu/ (541)346-1134 or (541)346-1139, 164 <strong>Oregon</strong> Hall, brt@uoregon.eduCareer Center http://uocareer.uoregon.edu/ (541) 346-3235, 220 Hendricks Hall, career@uoregon.edu
Conflict Resolution Services http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/programs/crs/index.htm (541)346-0617 or (541)346-6105, lsponko@uoregon.edu (or) cmcgraw@uoregon.eduCounseling and Testing Center http://counseling.uoregon.edu/dnn/ (541) 346-3227 -- 2 nd Floor, <strong>University</strong> Health,Counseling, and Testing Center Building, 13 th & AgateCrisis Center http://www.uoregon.edu/~uocrisis/index.html (541) 346-4488, uocrisis@gladstone.uoregon.eduDisability Services http://ds.uoregon.edu/ (541)346-1155, 164 <strong>Oregon</strong> Hall, disabsrv@uoregon.eduDiversity Education & Support http://diversity.uoregon.edu/main.htm (541) 346-1139, 164 <strong>Oregon</strong> Hall,jrr@uoregon.eduHealth Center http://healthcenter.uoregon.edu/ (541) 346-2770, 1590 East 13 th Street,LGBT Educational and Support Services http://lgbt.uoregon.edu/ (541)346-1134, 164 <strong>Oregon</strong> Hall,program@uoregon.eduMen’s Center http://www.uoregon.edu/~uomc/ (541)346-0743, EMU Suite 2 (Lower level <strong>of</strong> the EMU),uomc@uoregon.eduNontraditional Student Programs (541)346-1123, 164 <strong>Oregon</strong> Hall, gjewett@uoregon.eduhttp://studentlife.uoregon.edu/programs/nontrad_student_prog/index.htmOffice <strong>of</strong> Multicultural Academic Support http://www.uoregon.edu/~omas/ (541)346-3479, 164 <strong>Oregon</strong> Hall,omainfo@uoregon.eduOffice <strong>of</strong> Student Life http://studentlife.uoregon.edu/main.htm (541)346-3216, 164 <strong>Oregon</strong> Hall, stl@uoregon.eduSexual Violence Prevention (541)346-1198, 164 <strong>Oregon</strong> Hall, aleeder@uoregon.eduhttp://studentlife.uoregon.edu/programs/sexual_violence_prev_edu/index.htmTeaching & Learning Center (Writing Lab, Math Lab, SAS) http://tlc.uoregon.edu/ (541)346-3226, 68 PrinceLucien Campbell Hall, tlc@uoregon.eduWomen’s Center http://www.uoregon.edu/~women/(541)346-4095, EMU Suite 2 (Lower level <strong>of</strong> the EMU), womenctr@uoregon.edu
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