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This section provides a limited list of support services that are available to students. We have included sample statements you may choose to use in your syllabus. As an academic institution, we have a responsibility to maintain records of all delivered courses; thus, please submit your syllabi (which includes course student learning outcomes), at the start of each semester, including summer, to the dean’s office.
Template for Course Syllabi for University Faculty (IFO working group on Faculty of Color Safety, 07.28.21)
All students are encouraged to critically reflect on the course topics and to raise questions to the class and to the professor. Please be respectful to one another by not presenting your question in a hostile manner. Open dialogue on course content is encouraged, but attacks on classmates or me are not. Please set up a time to talk with me if you have questions about this policy or if you believe this policy is being violated. You may also report hostile, biased or threatening behavior to www.stcloudstate.edu/oea/
There are many offices on campus that provide additional support and/or information outside of class including:
American Indian Center: www.stcloudstate.edu/aic
Multicultural Student Services: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/mss/
Center for International Studies: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/internationalstudies/
Additional Student Services Offices: https://www.stcloudstate.edu/campuslife/student-services.aspx
Student accessibility Services
Student Accessibility Services maintains Accessibility Syllabus Statements for faculty to include in their course syllabi. Check out the Student Accessibility Services Faculty and Staff Resources webpage for additional information statements, the accommodation process, and more. The below syllabus statement sample is supported by Student Accessibility Services:
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Accessibility Statement:
This course is designed with accessibility in mind and aims to be inclusive to all students. If you encounter barriers to accessing course materials, participating fully, or demonstrating your learning, please don't hesitate to reach out. I am committed to working with you to ensure equitable access. Students who have a disability, or who think they may benefit from formal accommodations, are encouraged to contact Student Accessibility Services (SAS) as early as possible. SAS is located at Centennial Hall 210 and can be reached at 320-308-4080 or sas@stcloudstate.edu. For more information or to request accommodations, please visit www.stcloudstate.edu/sas.
EAB Navigate Student Success Tool
St. Cloud State University uses the Navigate platform, which allows faculty and advisors to provide proactive and coordinated care for students. Throughout the semester, I may submit updates on students with attendance or academic concerns so that advisors can reach out to provide additional support and/or connect you to campus resources. I may also contact you through email, before or after class, or encourage you to meet with me during my office hours. Please know I’m here to support you in your academic success. You can learn more about the Navigate tool at https://www.stcloudstate.edu/universitycollege/navigate/student-resources.aspx
Student Support Hours (Office Hours):
Student Support Hours are dedicated times when I am available to support you and your success. During these hours, I am fully available to meet with you, whether to discuss course content, assignments, academic planning, or other questions you may have. I may be working on other tasks, but if you arrive, that time becomes student focused.
Student Support Hours may be held in person or virtually, depending on the course format. If you are unable to meet during the scheduled times, I am happy to arrange an alternative meeting when possible. You are also welcome to stop by at other times if my door is open; if I am unavailable at that moment, we can schedule a time to connect.
Think of these hours as an open invitation to engage - no appointment, no pressure, and no staring sadly out the window required.
Artificial Intelligence
Faculty are encouraged to include a syllabus statement about the style of AI use appropriate for their course. Please refer to the Knowledge Base article: What is an example statement I can add to my syllabus about artificial intelligence use? for more information.
Our Land Commitment
St. Cloud State University is committed to developing a land acknowledgment that is not just words but actions. We will actively promote education among our faculty, staff, and students on Indigenous issues, including research on the historical and ongoing harms impacting our Indigenous communities. We will also clearly outline our goals to make a positive and lasting contribution to efforts to build relationships with the Tribal Nations represented within our local and broader community. St. Cloud State University commits to creating a substantive and empathic land acknowledgment, demonstrating our continued commitment to action. Faculty are encouraged to learn more about Our Land Commitment on the OEA Land Commitment webpage for the most up to date information.