DC Faculty - Fresno Pacific University

Degree Completion 

Faculty Handbook | 2011-2012 

Empowering leaders. Transforming lives.

Table of Contents 

The Fresno Pacific Idea ___________________________________________________ 3 

Staff and Faculty Directory _______________________________________________ 5 

Academic Calendar ______________________________________________________ 7 

Faculty Personnel Policies & Procedures _____________________________________ 8 

Contracts and Pay Days ________________________________________________ 9 

Salary Scale _________________________________________________________ 10 

Retirement Annuity __________________________________________________ 10 

Teaching Opportunities _______________________________________________ 10 

About Adult Students ___________________________________________________ 11 

Academic Policies and Procedures _________________________________________ 11 

Desired Student Outcomes _____________________________________________ 11 

Attendance Policies __________________________________________________ 12 

Tardiness ___________________________________________________________ 12 

No Shows ___________________________________________________________ 12 

Non-‐Registered Students ______________________________________________ 13 

Class Schedule Adherence _____________________________________________ 13 

Emergencies ________________________________________________________ 13 

Weekend Course Guidelines____________________________________________ 14 

CampusCruiser ______________________________________________________ 14 

Moodle ____________________________________________________________ 14 

Devotions and Dinner _________________________________________________ 15 

Assignments ________________________________________________________ 15 

APA ______________________________________________________________ 15 

Assignment Processing ________________________________________________ 15 

Copyright Permission _________________________________________________ 16 

Behavioral Standards _________________________________________________ 16 

Cell Phones _________________________________________________________ 17 

Course Evaluation Inventories __________________________________________ 17 

Class Representatives ___________________________________________________ 18 

Grading System _______________________________________________________ 18 

Degree Completion Faculty Handbook � Page 1

Quality Points and Grade Point Average __________________________________ 19 

Credit Bearing Grades _________________________________________________ 20 

Grade Reporting _____________________________________________________ 23 

Submitting Grades __________________________________________________ 23 

Grade of Incomplete ________________________________________________ 23 

Grade Appeals _______________________________________________________ 24 

Academic Appeals _____________________________________________________ 25 

Student and Faculty Dispute Resolution ____________________________________ 25 

Syllabus Template/Requirements _________________________________________ 25 

Resources ____________________________________________________________ 25 

Regional Centers _____________________________________________________ 26 

Website ____________________________________________________________ 26 

Webpage for Online Research __________________________________________ 26 

Technology Training __________________________________________________ 26 

Hiebert Libary _______________________________________________________ 26 

ID Cards ____________________________________________________________ 26 

Equipment __________________________________________________________ 26 

Curriculum/Textbooks ________________________________________________ 27 

Rooms _____________________________________________________________ 27 

Copies _____________________________________________________________ 27 

Parking _____________________________________________________________ 27 

Gate Codes _________________________________________________________ 27 

Guest Speakers ______________________________________________________ 27 

Mileage ____________________________________________________________ 27 

Expense Reimbursement ______________________________________________ 28 

Writing Help for Students ______________________________________________ 28 

Appendix _____________________________________________________________ 29 

Course Syllabus Template ______________________________________________ 29 

Honorarium Request Form _____________________________________________ 35 

Mileage Application __________________________________________________ 36 

Short Term & Weekend Courses ________________________________________ 37 

Quick Guide for New Faculty ___________________________________________ 39 


The Fresno Pacific Idea 

The Mission 

The Fresno Pacific Idea reflects the university’s interpretation of what it means to be a 

community of learners committed to a distinctive vision of Christian higher education. The Idea serves as 

a center for reflection and action and as a guide for forming a vision of the future. Rooted in the past and 

continuously re-‐shaped by the present, the Idea provides a foundation for the university’s understanding 

of itself and of the mission to which it is called. 

In pursuing the mission, the university affirms the significance of knowledge, which is a 

foundation for wisdom and virtue. As a Christian liberal arts community, Fresno Pacific University is an 

integral part of the mission of the church. From this Christian and liberal arts center, the university seeks 

to engage members of its community in a collaborative search for knowledge and experience, which lead 

toward a perceptive and creative relationship with God, humanity, and the natural world. On this 

foundation, the university seeks to build and to extend the Kingdom of God by enabling persons to serve 

church and society. 

The Fresno Pacific Idea articulates the university’s primary identity, its vision of community, and 

its relation to the larger world. The parts of the Idea are not mutually exclusive, but complementary. 

Together, they form an organic whole. 

Fresno Pacific is a Christian University 

Fresno Pacific University seeks to be a collegium centered upon Christ and His church. It is 

committed to the ideals of God’s Kingdom and to the perspective of the liberal arts in which integration of 

faith, learning, and action is a primary goal. 

With others in the Anabaptist-‐Mennonite and believers’ church tradition, the university 

encourages voluntary acknowledgment of the sovereignty of God, of the triumph of God’s kingdom, of 

the presence of God’s Spirit in the life of the church, and of the Lordship of Christ in all of life. 

As an extension of the educational mission of the Mennonite Brethren Church, the university 

affirms the authority of the Bible over all matters of faith and life; the church as a community of 

redeemed people; a life of discipleship leading to holiness, witness, and service; the call to serve Jesus by 

ministering to human need and alleviating suffering; the practice of reconciliation and love in settings of 

violence, oppression, and injustice; and the development of spiritual maturity through disciplines such as 

prayer, study, and meditation. 

All authentic knowledge and experience are unified under God. All aspects of reality are 

understood to be parts of a larger whole. There is no contradiction then between the truth of revelation 

of scholarly investigation, and of action. The university encourages members of the Fresno Pacific 

community toward a reflective and critical perspective on the nature of humanity and its relation to the 

world. Thus the liberal arts enlarge the foundation for life-‐long learning and for advanced study in a 

discipline or profession. The university affirms that wisdom grows out of commitment to Christian faith 

and to the integrative perspective of the liberal arts. Both are essential to developing a holistic view of 

God, self, and the world. 

Since education is understood to be a life-‐long process, the university programs include a variety 

of academic and professional undergraduate, graduate, and non-‐degree programs. Each program builds 

on the integrative foundation of the liberal arts, encouraging thoughtful reflection on those beliefs and 

values that contribute to personal and societal wholeness. The intersection of Christian belief, the liberal 

arts, and an ethic of service provide an educational perspective that leads to an examined understanding 

of God, self, and the world, uniting theory with practice. 


Fresno Pacific University is a Community of Learners 

Fresno Pacific University recognizes the importance of the interpersonal dimension of the 

learning process. The university believes that community grows out of common commitments, and that 

learning is the result of interaction between persons, ideas, and experience. Thus the university seeks to 

provide settings in which individuals can achieve such interaction within a community committed to 

learning and service. It believes that as individuals become more responsible with, and accountable to, 

one another, they are better able to understand themselves and to make thoughtful commitments to 

God, the church, and the world. 

The university seeks to accept each member of the community as unique, with purpose and 

value. Ethnic and religious identity is affirmed as a basis for respectful pluralism. While acknowledging 

individual differences, the university also holds to the believers’ church expression of community as a 

body which transcends individualism and those cultural, national, and ethnic boundaries which separate 

and alienate. 

Believing that the Gospel transcends the limitations of all cultures and ideologies and that 

inclusiveness enriches community, Fresno Pacific University welcomes those of different cultural, 

national, ethnic, and religious backgrounds to participate in its educational experience. The university 

invites those from other church traditions, both as faculty and students, to enter into dialogue and faithful 

practice with those in the Anabaptist and believers’ church tradition in following Christ and in sharing the 

university’s mission. In keeping with its voluntary church tradition, the university affirms the community 

formed as individuals relate to God and does not discriminate against students who cannot freely and 

honestly make such a commitment. The university encourages persons to serve across cultures and 

throughout the world as compassionate disciples of Christ and as constructive members of society. 

The university believes that knowledge and understanding are formed in community; that 

learning takes place through dialogue and discourse between people who have different experiences and 

perspectives, and that such wisdom begins with humility. These understandings join teachers and 

students as partners in a mutual search for truth and wholeness. 

The university’s belief in community expresses itself in patterns of leadership and governance 

that are servant oriented and participatory and which lead toward consensual decision making. 

The university seeks to carry out its educational mission through faculty, students, staff, and 

board who participate in church and society, share a mutual respect for educational goals and community 

standards and are committed to enhancing the quality of the educational experience for all its members. 

Fresno Pacific University is Prophetic 

Fresno Pacific University believes that to be prophetic is to serve the church and society by 

engaging in dialogue with and critique of contemporary culture and practice. The university encourages 

informed reflection on personal, institutional, and societal values which contribute to developing a vision 

for wholeness, justice, and reconciliation. It offers leadership to the church and the world by enabling 

persons to extend perceptive, creative, and skillful responses to current issues; to illuminate darkness 

with light and dispel ignorance with wisdom and understanding. It seeks to bring an integrative, Christian 

ethic and perspective to present day thought and experience and to a common search for the better way. 

Fresno Pacific University understands learning to be a journey; a journey of exploration, 

reflection, and transformation; a journey toward deepened meaning and faith growing out of creative 

encounter with Christ and the world. The university believes that such learning may be nurtured through 

many different modalities and in many different settings and that it should be encouraged to continue 

throughout life. Thus the university values imaginative, experimental, and innovative ways of engaging 

students and faculty in the process of learning even as it seeks to remain faithful to its core values and 

identity. 

Fresno Pacific University is a deliberate and continuing attempt to realize the vision, expressed in 

the Fresno Pacific Idea. The Idea gives the university reason for existence, courage for growth, and 

stimulus for adventure. 


History 

The university began as Pacific Bible Institute in 1944. After a transitional junior college phase, 

Fresno Pacific College received Western Association of Schools and Colleges accreditation in 1965, the 

same year in which the first Bachelor of Arts degrees were granted. A fully accredited graduate program 

in education was initiated in 1976. The growth and development of undergraduate, graduate, and 

professional studies programs led to renaming the college Fresno Pacific University in 1997. 

Degree Completion Staff and Faculty 

Directory 

Schools 

School of Business (BUS & OL) (559)-‐453-‐3671 East Hall, Second Floor 

Dean TBA TBA 

Program Director Justin Dermon 559-‐453-‐2281 

justin.dermon@frenso.edu 

Assistant to the Dean Laura Beth Ramirez (559) 453-‐3671 

laurabeth.ramirez@fresno.edu 

School of Education (CD & LA) (559) 453-‐5551 Wiebe Education Center 

Dean Gary Gramenz (559) 453-‐5574 

gary.gramenz@fresno.edu 

Administrative Assistant Alice Harsh (559) 453-‐2024 

alice.harsh@fresno.edu 

CD Program Director Carol Gossett (559) 453-‐7101, 

csgosset@fresno.edu 

LA Program Director Allen Carden (559) 453-‐3402, 

allen.carden@fresno.edu 

School of HRSS (CML & CRIM) (559) 453-‐4610 McDonald Hall 

Dean Kevin Reimer TBA 

Assistant to the Dean Becky Field (559) 453-‐4610 

becky.field@fresno.edu 

CRIM Program Director Jill Schellenberg (559) 453-‐3419, 

jschelle@fresno.edu 

CML Program Director Quentin Kinnison (559) 453-‐2099 

quentin.kinnison@fresno.edu 

BIB Courses Coordinator Laura Schmidt Roberts (559) 453-‐2062 

lroberts@fresno.edu 

School of Natural Sciences (BSN) (559) 453-‐2211 North Fresno Center 

Dean Karen Cianci (559) 453-‐8002 

karen.cianci@fresno.edu 

Assistant to Dean Sean Munoz (559) 453-‐2211 

sean.munoz@fresno.edu 

BSN Program Director Mariamma Mathai (559) 453-‐3478 

mariamma.mathai@fresno.edu 


Academic Chairs for Short Term & Weekend Courses 

ART Rebecca McMillen (559) 453-‐2365 

Rebecca.mcmillen@fresno.edu 

BIOL, ENV Michael Kunz 

(559) 453-‐2045 

mkunz@fresno.edu 

BLIT 

Laura Roberts 

(559) 453-‐2062 

Greg Camp 

(559) 453-‐2061 

BUS, ECON Justin Dermon (559) 453-‐2281, 

justin.dermon@fresno.edu 

CHEM, PHYS 

Jonathan Dick (559) 453-‐2095 

jpdick@fresno.edu 

COM-‐109, COM-‐111, COM-‐338, Eleanor Nickel (559) 453-‐2296 

COM-‐342, LIT-‐181 

eleanor.hersey@fresno.edu 

COM-‐121, COM-‐432, COM-‐434 Billie Jean Wiebe (559) 453-‐5554 

bjwiebe@fresno.edu 

CRIM Jill Schellenberg (559) 453-‐3419, 

jschelle@fresno.edu 

HIST, PHIL Marshall Johnston (559) 453-‐7132 

marshall.johnston@fresno.edu 

KIN Brian DeMars 

(559) 453-‐2290 

bdemars@fresno.edu 

LANG 

Bruce Boeckel (559) 453-‐7141 

bruce.boeckel@fresno.edu 

MATH Terrance Yi (559) 453-‐7122 

tzy@fpu.edu 

MUS Wayne Huber (559) 453-‐2217 

whuber@fresno.edu 

PACS Larry Dunn (559) 453-‐5840 

ladunn@fresno.edu 

PS Richard Unruh (559) 453-‐2067 

rsunruh@fresno.edu 

PSY Elizabeth Lake (559) 453-‐2285 

elizabeth.lake@fresno.edu 

SOC TBA TBA 

Regional Centers 

Toll Free Number to any Center (888)-‐328-‐0378 GDC Office answers and will 

transfer to any campus 

Main Campus 

(559) 453-‐2016 1717 S. Chestnut Ave., McDonald 

GDC Office 

Hall 150 

Administrative Assistant Brenda Prieb bprieb@fresno.edu 

Bakersfield Center (661) 617-‐4100 11000 River Run Hwy, Suite 200 

Director Angela Paquette angela.paquette@fresno.edu 

Administrative Assistant Phyllis Treatch phyllis.treach@fresno.edu 

Merced Center TBA 3379 G. Street, Bldg P 

North Fresno Center (559) 453-‐3440 5 River Park Place West, Suite 201 

Director Nancy Isaacs nancy.isaacs@fresno.edu 

Administrative Assistant Paulette Matsubara paulette.matsubara@fresno.edu 

Visalia Center (559) 302-‐4100 245 N. Plaza Dr. 


Director Vyacheslav Tsvirinko vtsvirin@fresno.edu 

Administrative Assistant Kimberly Luna kimberly.luna@fresno.edu 

Services 

Academic Advisors 

Denise Baronian Fresno, all programs except (559) 453-‐7197 

Nursing 

denise.baronian@fresno.edu 

Heidi Marshall Merced CD and all Nursing (559) 453-‐5564 

students, VA Benefits 

heidi.marshall@fresno.edu 

Laura Hoff Visalia and Bakersfield, (559) 453-‐5565 

LA and CD 

laura.hoff@fresno.edu 

Tina Gutierrez Visalia and Bakersfield, (559) 453-‐2234 

CML, CRIM, MGT, OL 

tina.guitierrez@fresno.edu 

Academic Support Center (559) 453-‐5585 

Center for Online Learning 

DC Academic Coordinator 

Henrietta Siemens 

Terry Bese 

col.fresno.edu 

Allen Carden (through July ‘11) 

Director of Operations 

(559) 453-‐3402 allen.carden@fresno.edu 

Shirley Warkentin (559) 453-‐5573 shirley.warkentin@fresno.edu 

Business Office (559) 453-‐2034 McDonald Hall 

Student Accounts (5590 453-‐2041 McDonald Hall 

Director Stacie Benedict (559) 453-‐7195 

stacie.benedict@fresno.edu 

Financial Aid (559) 453-‐7111 McDonald Hall 

Interim Director Hilary Markley (559) 453-‐ 2047 

Hilary.markley@fresno.edu 

FPU Bookshop (559) 453-‐2078 Alumni Hall 

Helpdesk IT Services (559) 453-‐3410 Kriegbaum Hall 

Registrar’s Office (559) 453-‐2037 McDonald Hall 

Registrar Linda Pryce-‐Sheehan (559) 453-‐2263 

Grades Brynne Westgate (559) 453-‐5562 

Security (Main Campus) (559) 453-‐2298 

DC Academic Calendar 

The academic year begins on August 1 and ends July 31. The Fall Semester is August through 

January. The Spring Semester is February through July. (There is no separate summer semester.) Each 

cohort receives a course schedule, which identifies the specific dates of the program. Holidays and special 

dates for the academic year are listed below. The university is closed on these dates and classes do not 

meet. Each cohort may be given additional holidays which are customized to that cohort and indicated on 

their schedule. 

Cohort Registration 

Fall 2011 Spring 2012 

First day June 10 December 12, 2011 

Last day (without late fee) July 25 January 25 

Last day (without late fee) OL 

Seven days prior to cohort 

semester 

Degree Completion Faculty Handbook � Page 7 

Seven days prior to cohort 

semester 

Last day (with late fee) First day of class First day of class

Fall 2011 Spring 2012 

Last day to petition registration Third class session Third class session 

Short Term & DSE Course Registration 


Last day (without late fee) 

Seven days prior to first day of 

class 



class 

Last day (with late fee) First day of class First day of class 

Last day to petition registration Second class session Second class session 

Weekend Course Registration 


Last day (without late fee) 


class 


class 

Last day (with late fee) First class session First class session 

Term begins August 1 February 1 

Term ends January 31, 2012 July 31 

Short Term Courses 

Session 1 begins August 1 February 1 

Session 2 begins mid-‐September mid-‐March 

Session 3 begins November 1 May 1 

Session 4 begins mid-‐December mid-‐June 

Commencement 

Last day to apply for participation September 30 January 31 

Eligibility documentation due October 1 March 1 

Evaluation of honors eligibility November 15 April 10 

Ceremony December 1� May � 

University holidays 

Offices closed; no classes September 5 February 20 

November 24-‐25 April 6 

December 26-‐30 May 28 

January 16 July 4 

Faculty Personnel Policies & Procedures 

Adjunct Faculty 

In accordance with Fresno Pacific University Faculty Personnel Policies and Procedures, adjunct 

faculty serve on a part-‐time basis and contract with the university to provide instruction in specific 

courses or for other specific assignments. They are remunerated per assignment on the basis of the 

adjunct salary scale. They are not expected to assume institutional service assignments. They are not 

eligible to receive benefits. 

The university looks for the same qualities in an adjunct faculty member as in appointed faculty 

both in terms of academic qualifications and Christian commitment. Persons who are not in agreement 

with the university’s theological orientation or who are not committed Christians may be employed only 

as an emergency measure to meet pressing needs that cannot satisfactorily be met otherwise.

QUALIFICATIONS 

Academic 

Candidates for an adjunct faculty position are normally expected to hold the highest degree 

available in their field. In most cases, this will be a doctorate. The university will, however, consider 

candidates who hold a Master’s degree in their field. Faculty candidates will be expected to show 

evidence of success in teaching, or, in the case of those who have not taught before, evidence of 

significant potential. 

Christian Commitment 

Candidates for an adjunct faculty position will be expected to be in agreement with the 

university’s theological orientation; to have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ as God, Savior, and 

Lord; to be active in the life of the church; and to live a life consistent with their commitment to the 

Lordship of Christ. They should be sufficiently versed in the doctrines and ethical teachings of the 

Christian faith to be able to integrate them with their academic discipline. 

PERSONNEL RECORDS 

Pre-‐employment 

A file is prepared for each adjunct faculty member and contains the following documents: 

1. The adjunct’s curriculum vitae 

2. Adjunct Faculty application form 

3. Letters of recommendation 

4. Official transcripts attesting the completion of the highest degree earned and any subsequent 

study 

Personnel File 

When the candidate is retained to teach as an adjunct faculty member, the candidate’s pre-‐ 

employment file is kept in the appropriate school. Adjunct faculty members should keep the school up-‐to-‐ 

date with current vita, transcripts, and contact information. Submit them to the dean’s office. The 

adjunct faculty member’s personnel file is subject to the same provisions as appointed faculty. These 

provisions are iterated in the Fresno Pacific University Faculty Handbook. 

All DC Faculty 

CONTRACTS AND PAY DAYS 

Contracts are issued at the beginning of each semester. If you fail to receive a contract, please 

contact the dean’s assistant. Contracts need to be returned four weeks before class begins with an 

updated syllabus for all classes (except those in the OL program.) At that same time the instructor may 

request a class schedule. If OL Faculty Guides are needed, contact the program director. If textbooks are 

needed, contact the publisher for a desk copy. 

Pay checks are mailed from the Business Office on the last day of the month. Direct deposit 

arrangements may be made with the Business Office. For cohort classes contact the Dean’s Assistant if 

you do not receive an anticipated check. For short term and weekend courses contact Shirley Warkentin. 

Pay advices are available via CampusCruiser under the MyServices tab. 


ADJUNCT/OVERLOAD FACULTY SALARY SCALE 

Level Degree Rate per LEU 

I Bachelor’s $665 

II Master’s $780 

III Doctorate/Terminal Degree $940 

IV Emeritus Not available at 

this time 

� Most Degree Completion courses are paid at 50% of course units plus 0.5 LEU (Load Equivalent 

Units.) Three-‐credit courses will be paid at 1.5 + 0.5 = 2 units. Four-‐credit courses will be paid at 

2 + 0.5 = 2.5 units. These are the exceptions: 

o One-‐unit weekend courses are paid at one LEU. Organizational Leadership courses are 

paid at 50% of student credit hours. 

o BIB 300 A and B are paid 2 units for the weekend. (Or, 1 LEU for each co-‐teacher.) 

o Nursing courses (NURS) are paid at full student LEUs, (e.g., a 2-‐unit course is paid at 2 

LEUs.) 

� Low Enrollment Courses: Short term and weekend classes must have seven students enrolled to 

be considered fully enrolled. Remuneration for classes which have fewer than seven students 

enrolled will be paid at 1/7 the fully-‐enrolled rate for each student. 

� Online courses are paid at the same rates as traditional courses. 

� There will be no payment for course revision/development without permission of the provost. 

For Degree Completion course development of 3 units or more, approval of the provost is 

required. 

� For most course payment for teaching is paid during the months the class is held. Short term and 

weekend courses which begin in the second half of the month may be paid in the following 

month. 

RETIREMENT ANNUITY 

Adjunct faculty are eligible to contribute to the GSRA plan (Group Supplemental Retirement 

Annuity) through TIAA-‐CREF. This is not the employer matching component of the university plan, but 

rather the voluntary tax deferred annuity component. Contact the Payroll Department at 453-‐2036 or by 

email at lmkroeker@fresno.edu for more information. 

TEACHING OPPORTUNITIES 

Instructors who wish to develop new weekend or short-‐term courses should contact the Director 

of Operations for the New Course Proposal Guidelines. Contact the following people for current openings 

in the DC program: Instructors are scheduled up to one year in advance. 

� Shirley Warkentin (453-5573) DC electives 

� Quentin Kinnison (453-2099) Christian Ministry and Leadership courses 

� Laura Schmidt Roberts (453-2062) Biblical studies courses 

� Justin Dermon (453-2281 Business Administration courses 

� Carol Gossett (453-7101) Early Childhood Development courses 

� Allen Carden (453-3402) Liberal Arts courses 

� Jill Schellenberg (453-3419) Criminology & Restorative Justice courses 

� Mariamma Mathai (453-3478) Nursing courses 


About Adult Students 

Source: Indiana Wesleyan University website, 3/17/2010 

� Adult students are motivated to learn. Adults who return to school after spending time in the 

work force are typically ready to give the effort needed to learn. Because of this, learning 

proceeds much more quickly. Accustomed to excellence at work, adults often labor to reach that 

same level of quality in their academic pursuits. 

� Adults have learned discipline. As a result of managing both professional and personal 

responsibilities, adults have developed discipline that helps them complete assignments within 

narrow time frames despite busy schedules. 

� Adults have broad life experiences. Students learn by relating concepts to their own 

experiences. Drawing on a broad background of experiential knowledge (including that acquired 

in the work environment) allows adults to quickly grasp ideas. 

� Adults desire relevance. Because working adults encounter situations where their learning may 

be applied daily, they are more motivated and better able to learn. 

� Adults have developed skill in independent learning. Adults have learned to gather information 

and process it independently. Thus, they grasp more knowledge and skills on their own without 

always relying on an instructor as a “fountain” from which all information flows. 

� Adults learn best when they are personally involved. The more active people are in their own 

learning, the better their learning. When students interact in small groups, prepare projects, and 

apply techniques in the workplace, their learning is deep and retention is long. 

� Adults have many insights of their own. When a group of adults with varied backgrounds and 

work experiences come together, the accumulated knowledge and wisdom supplements 

textbooks and the instructor’s thoughts. Discussion is highly valued. 

� Adults can direct their learning to fill in gaps in their knowledge. Reading and research outside 

the classroom allow proactive adult students to close the gaps between their current knowledge 

and the knowledge necessary to meet course objectives. 

� Adults learn well in groups. Group learning is widely recognized as an effective learning process. 

Peer tutor each other, offer emotional support and develop friendships, all of which result in a 

positive learning climate. Teamwork, cooperation and leadership skills are also fostered. 

DC Academic Policies and Procedures 

All questions about academic policies should be addressed to the program director. 

University Desired Student Learning Outcomes 

Students will be able to effectively demonstrate the following values/outcomes as applicable to their 

programs of study: 

� Oral communication both in individual and group settings 

� Written communication to inform and to persuade others 

� Content knowledge, including how the liberal arts inform society and the application of such 

knowledge to effect change 

� Reflection for personal and professional growth to manage change in oneself and one’s vocation 

� Critical thinking 

� Moral reasoning and ethical decision making, including understanding a Christian world view 

� Service and reconciliation as a way of leadership 

� Cultural and global perspectives to understand complex systems 

� Computational/methodological skills to understand and expand disciplines, including an 

understanding of technological systems 


Attendance Policies 

COURSE ATTENDANCE 

In an accelerated, nontraditional degree program, attendance is mandatory, so there are no 

“excused” absences. An absence is defined as non-‐attendance for all or a portion of the class session 

exceeding twenty minutes. Students must attend the first class session, otherwise they will be 

administratively dropped. 

There may be an unavoidable absence due to illness or unexpected, extenuating circumstances. 

If an absence is unavoidable, the student must inform the instructor and two options are available at the 

discretion of the instructor: 

1. Complete make-‐up work. Doing make-‐up work is expected, but does not remove the absence 

from the student’s record. 

2. Attend another cohort that is covering the missed material. A maximum of one class per course 

may be made up by attending another cohort. (This option may not always be available.) 

Attending another cohort will erase the absence from the student’s record. 

If a student misses two class sessions in a course, they have earned an F. 

ATTENDANCE PROCEDURE 

The instructor will take attendance at each class session via CampusCruiser. The Program 

Director will monitor attendance for each cohort. The Registrar’s Office monitors attendance for the first 

class session and will administratively drop absentees. 

Log in to Campus Cruiser. Select the MyServices tab on top. On the left hand side, look for the 

Faculty heading and select Attendance. Select the appropriate term and then enter the information for 

each student who is absent, late, or has made up a class. Students who are not on the list are not 

registered. Ask them to contact the Registrar’s Office. Do not accept work from them until they appear 

on the list. 

MAXIMUM PROGRAM ABSENCES 

When a student has missed two class sessions during a OL or CML program, three class sessions 

in MGT or CRIM, or four class sessions in BSN, LA or CD, the Program Director must send written 

communication to the student to describe the consequences of the student missing one more session. 

After the student has missed three class sessions in OL or CML, missed four class sessions in MGT 

or CRIM, or five class sessions in BSN, LA or CD, the Program Director will arrange to meet with the 

student, to discuss whether or not the student must withdraw from the program. 

TARDINESS 

Students who miss twenty minutes or more from any portion of a class session will be marked 

absent. Students who are 1-‐19 minutes late will be marked tardy. Being tardy three times equals one 

absence. 

NO-‐SHOWS 

If a student does not show up for the first class, but is on the official roster, they will be 

administratively dropped. If students notify the instructor that they will be absent for the first class 

because of an emergency situation, the instructor may mark their attendance as excused for the first class 

only. This will keep students from being administratively dropped, but will still count toward total 

absences. Students who miss two or more class sessions should receive a grade of F. 


Non-‐Registered Students 

Faculty are expected to assist in the implementation of university policy that only registered 

students may attend class. Faculty should not accept assignments or give grades to non-‐registered 

students. Follow this procedure for non-‐registered students. 

1 

2 

3 

4 

DC 

Type of Course 

DC Cohort Repeat 

Cohorts Students 

Faculty Responsibility 

Class 1 of Class Session 1 1. Compare the official roster on Campus Cruiser with 

semester 

attendance. 

2. Do not give books to non-‐registered DC students. 

3. Direct non-‐registered students to contact the Registrar’s 

Office or their advisor (even if they say they have 

registered.) 

Class 2 of Class Session 2 1. Notify non-‐registered students, that they are still not 

semester 

registered. 

2. Do not accept assignments or give grades to non-‐ 

registered students. 

Class 3 of 

semester 

Class Session 3 Tell non-‐registered students to no longer attend. 

Class 4 of Class Session 4 Inform Registrar if a non-‐registered student attends 

semester 

(registrar@fresno.edu). 

DC Short Term & Weekend Electives 

Class 1 1. Check official roster and ask non-‐registered students to leave. There is no late 

registration for weekend courses. 

2. Do not accept assignments, or give grades to non-‐registered students. 

3. If student claims to have registered, have them follow up with Registrar’s Office on 

next business day. 

Class 2 Inform Registrar if a non-‐registered student attends. 

Class Schedule Adherence 

1. Attend each class session identified on the teaching contract. If an adjunct faculty member 

cannot attend a class session due to serious illness or other unforeseen extenuating 

circumstances, he/she should follow the faculty emergency procedures below. 

2. Classes should begin on time and may not be dismissed early. 

3. Hold class on the days scheduled for the course. Any changes to the class schedule must be 

approved by the program director. 

Emergencies 

CENTER EMERGENCIES 

In the event that a class cannot meet due to extreme weather or safety issues at a regional center, 

the center director will do the following: 

1. Center director assesses situation and determines class cancellation by 3:00pm on the day of 

class. 

2. Center director notifies the faculty of record if classes are cancelled. 


3. The regional center staff will access the class roster and proceed to call the class representative 

in each cohort. It is then the responsibility of the class representative to call the students in the 

class. 

4. The regional center staff will leave a message to inform the students on the door of the class by 

5:00pm. 

5. The instructor will contact the students by way of CampusCruiser by 4:00p.m., giving students 

the make-‐up instructions. The make-‐up work should be equivalent to the missed class work. 

FACULTY EMERGENCIES 

In the event that an instructor cannot teach due to an emergency situation, the follow should take 

place. 

1. Faculty member reports pending absence to the program director. 

2. Program director gets a substitute, if possible, otherwise the following should take place. 

3. Program director notifies the center that the class is cancelled. 

4. The regional center staff will access the class roster and proceed to call the class representative 

in each cohort. It is then the responsibility of the class representative to call the students in the 

class. 

5. The regional center staff will leave a message to inform the students on the door of the class by 

5:00pm. 

6. The instructor will contact the students by way of CampusCruiser by 4:00p.m., giving the make-‐ 

up instructions. The make-‐up work should be equivalent to the missed class work. 

Weekend Course Guidelines 

1. Weekend courses will be scheduled from 6-‐10pm on Friday and from 8:30am—5:00pm on 

Saturday. A 20-‐30 minute break for dinner on Friday evening should be provided, as well as a 

break of 30 minutes for lunch on Saturday. It is further recommended that a short break be given 

in the middle of Saturday morning and again in the middle of Saturday afternoon. 

2. A syllabus must be made available to students, including desired student outcomes, assignments, 

and ways of getting the assignments to the instructor. 

3. Instructors may require any readings appropriate for a one-‐unit course; electronic format is 

recommended. 

4. No preparation work should be given; no assignments should be due on or before the first class 

session. 

5. After the completion of class time there should be an assignment due that is appropriate to the 

nature of the course and which requires students to summarize, evaluate, reflect upon, research 

or otherwise respond in writing to some significant aspect of the course content. 

CampusCruiser 

All cohorts use Campus Cruiser as the official portal for official university announcements, e-‐mail, 

curriculum, etc. It is the mandatory means of E-‐mail communication with students. Official grades and 

attendance are also to be posted there. Official class rosters are available through Campus Cruiser. Your 

log-‐in ID and password is sent to the email address you listed on your application. Use Campus Cruiser to 

communicate with students, post assignments and grades, create chat rooms, etc. Contact the Helpdesk 

with any problems you encounter, 453-‐2254. 

Moodle 

Instructors who are teaching online courses should use the online course management system 

called Moodle. A Moodle shell is set up for every online course. Moodle is also available upon request 

from Dean’s Assistants to enrich an onsite class. Contact the Center for Online Learning col.fresno.edu for 


more information or for training. Training for students is offered eight times a year at each regional 

center. 

Devotions and Dinner 

1. Take the first ten minutes of class to have a devotional/prayer time. 

2. Take a dinner break. Dinner break should be 20-‐30 minutes, depending on the size of the class. 

Cohort members should eat together to facilitate bonding of their community of learners. Food, 

plates, and utensils are to be clearly labeled and put away. Perishable food should be disposed of. 

Assignments 

No preparation assignments should be given to students before a weekend or short term class 

begins. They may however be given work to complete after the weekend. They should be due in time to 

turn in grades by the three-‐week deadline. 

APA STYLE GUIDE 

The Publication Manual of the American Psychological Association, 6 th Edition, has been adopted 

as the official style guide for degree completion courses. If a style guide is required, it should be APA. 

Exception: CML uses Turabian. 

ASSIGNMENT PROCESSING 

When returning papers to students, FERPA privacy policies must be followed. Instructors may 

use CampusCruiser to return assignments or personally hand out papers placed in sealed envelopes or 

folded and stapled so that grades do not show. Graded papers may be returned to students through the 

regional center office following these guidelines: 

Turning in Assignments, from Student to Instructor 

� Primarily students will turn in assignments directly to the instructor during class or via 

CampusCruiser or Moodle. Emailing homework is recommended whenever possible. 

� If emailing is not possible, assignments need to be placed in sealed envelopes and need to be 

clearly marked with: 

� Instructor’s name and cohort 

� Item must clearly state “Instructor (provide name) will pick up.” 

� Student needs to contact instructor to notify him/her that homework was dropped off. 

� Faculty should pick up assignments within two weeks. After that time the assignments 

will be sent to the appropriate school (e.g. papers for OL will be sent to the School of 

Business.) 

Returning Assignments, from Instructor to Student 

� Assignments will primarily be returned directly from instructor to students during class or via 

CampusCruiser or Moodle. 

� Otherwise homework must be in a sealed envelope and clearly marked with student’s name and 

cohort. 

� Item must clearly sate “Student will pick up” or “Please return item to cohort folder. 

� Items will be date-‐stamped and have 2 weeks to be picked up. After that time the 

assignments will be sent to the appropriate school (e.g. papers for OL will be sent to the 

School of Business.) 

� Students may also supply faculty with a stamped, self-‐addressed envelope for mailing of 

assignments they wish returned. 


Copyright Permission 

Follow academic copyright laws. The dean’s office will submit copyright permission requests to 

publishers. The Hiebert Library has extensive electronic periodical databases which students can access 

online. 

Behavioral Standards 

1. Faculty should refrain from the use of or permitting students to use language whether orally or in 

written communication that includes vulgarity, profanity, or obscenity. 

2. In addition, at Fresno Pacific University, the historic and current commitment to the ideal of 

intellectual, spiritual and physical wellness precludes the use of tobacco, alcohol, or other 

harmful substances by both faculty and students during university or university-‐sponsored 

activities, or on university property. 

3. Student behaviors disruptive to the educational process may result in the student being 

dismissed from a class or program. 

4. Fresno Pacific University requires all students to pursue honesty and integrity in all aspects of 

their academic work, and follows Fresno Pacific University Academic Integrity/Honesty policies 

and procedures as presented in the FPU Catalog. Students subject to administrative actions 

pertaining to academic dishonesty, including dismissal from the DC, may appeal such decisions to 

the DC Academic Committee. 

5. In accordance with university policy, the use of campus computing resources at Fresno Pacific 

University is a privilege, not a right. Violations of university guidelines on computer use will result 

in disciplinary action, which may include any of the following: warnings, loss of computer 

privileges, suspension, or legal prosecution. 

6. Harassment of a student or an employee of the University by other students, employees, 

supervisors, or agents of Fresno Pacific University will not be tolerated. All reports of harassment 

will be taken seriously, promptly investigated and addressed by the university in accordance with 

university policies and procedures. 

The university defines sexual harassment as unwelcome sexual advances; requests for sexual 

favors; and other verbal, visual, or physical conduct of a sexual nature when (1) submission to 

such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitly a term or condition of an individual’s 

employment or student status, (2) submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual is 

used as a basis for an employment decision or performance evaluation affecting an individual, (3) 

such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual’s work 

performance or creating a hostile, intimidating, or offensive working/learning/living 

environment, (4) or when submission to, or rejection of the conduct by the individual is used as 

the basis for any decision affecting the individual regarding benefits and services, honors, 

programs or activities available at or through Fresno Pacific University. 

Examples of harassment include, but are not limited to: 

� Verbal conduct such as epithets, derogatory jokes or comments, slurs or unwelcome 

sexual advances, invitations, flirtations, propositions, or comments whether spoken or 

written, verbal abuse of a sexual nature, graphic verbal commentaries about an 

individual’s body, suggestive or obscene comments, letters or notes; 

� Display of derogatory and/or sexually-‐oriented objects, photography, cartoons, 

drawings or posters; 

� Physical conduct such as sexually-‐oriented gestures, assault, inappropriate touching, 

blocking normal movement, or interfering with work; 

� Threats, demands or subtle pressure to submit to sexual requests as a condition of 

continued employment or academic advancement, or to avoid some other loss, making 

or threatening reprisals after a negative response to sexual advances, and offers of 

preferential treatment in return for sexual favors; 

� Retaliation for having reported or threatened to report sexual harassment 


Cell Phone Policy 

Cell phones must be turned off or set to vibrate in class and in quiet study areas. Students may check 

messages and respond during breaks. If students expect a call because of personal or professional 

emergencies, they should advise the instructor beforehand, set the device to vibrate only, sit near a door 

so that they can leave unobtrusively, and wait until they are will away from the class and the door behind 

them is closed before beginning speaking. Use of cell phones is prohibited during exams. 

Course Evaluation Inventories 

In general, course evaluations are administered at the first session of the next cohort class. In 

the Organizational Leadership Program, course evaluations are administered on designated nights. Check 

your cohort schedule for specific dates. Online courses are not evaluated at this time. Short Term and 

Weekend courses are evaluated on the last night of class. Pick up evaluation packets from the regional 

center. Each packet includes an instruction sheet, evaluation forms, Scantrons, pencils, and erasers. 

ADMINISTERING COURSE EVALUATIONS 

The class representative is responsible for administering the evaluations at the beginning of the 

class session after the students have completed their devotion. 

1. The class representative is responsible for reading the instructions for completing the course 

evaluation form to the students, preserving the integrity of the course evaluation process by 

maintaining silence in the classroom, and passing out, collecting, and returning the evaluations to 

the DC office either in person, or via the class folder. 

2. The instructor must vacate the room during the administration of course evaluations to preserve 

student confidentiality. 

3. Instructors will receive a summary report of the results of their student evaluations after they 

have turned in the grades for the course. 

EVALUATION QUESTIONS 

The following questions are asked of students on the evaluation inventories. Students rate each 

numbered question as strongly agree, agree, neutral, disagree, or strongly disagree. 

1. The instructor seemed enthusiastic about the subject matter of the course. 

2. The instructor appeared to have a thorough knowledge of the subject. 

3. The instructor seemed well prepared for class sessions. 

4. The instructor gave clear directions for assignments and activities. 

5. The instructor presented material clearly. 

6. The instructor led class discussion well. 

7. The instructor encouraged students to express themselves freely. 

8. The instructor was sensitive to the academic needs of students. 

9. The instructor makes effective, clear comments on written work. 

10. The instructor is prompt in returning and evaluating student work. 

11. The instructor encourages independent thinking and exchange of ideas. 

12. The instructor respects students’ opinions. 

13. The instructors’ personal faith was evident. 

14. The instructor gave attention to concerns of the Christian faith when relevant. 

15. The instructor assigned grades fairly. 

16. The objectives were clearly stated. 

17. The textbooks were a valuable component of the course. 

18. The assignments were valuable in achieving the objectives of the course. 

19. The class sessions provided information that was useful in the course. 

20. I was inspired to think about things in new ways. 

Students also write their answers to the question: What were your most/least satisfactory learning or 

program experiences? 


DC Class Representatives 

A class representative is chosen by faculty in conjunction with the Program Director during the first course 

of a new cohort. (Short term and weekend courses do not have class representatives.) The regional center 

should be informed of the person chosen. The student representative serves in a liaison capacity 

communicating and representing student-‐related interests or needs to the faculty and staff and 

representing institutional concerns to students. The representative receives a stipend each semester. 

Faculty are responsible for the following until a class representative is chosen. 

Class Representative Responsibilities 

1. Provide liaison between the regional center office and class by picking up materials, books, and 

correspondence prior to class (before 6 p.m.), distributing them, and returning materials to the office 

at the completion of the class. Check with your center for specific instructions for your location. 

2. Attend all scheduled classes or functions scheduled for the group. 

3. Serve as assistant to the professor or other faculty members teaching the class (distribute materials, 

books, assignments; coordinate the schedule for dinner/refreshments; assist with announcements; 

give the attendance sheet to the faculty.) While assisting the professor/faculty member, the class 

representative will be handling confidential material. All attendance records, memos, 

correspondence, financial aid forms and business office material are to be distributed by the class 

representative. No other student should have access to the materials listed. It is the responsibility of 

the class representative to maintain the confidentiality of the material in the class folder and to 

return the class folder as soon as possible after class. 

4. Collect assignments that are turned in, group the papers together, and make a note as to who needs 

to receive the assignment. 

5. In the case of an emergency cancellation of class, call each class member. 

6. See that the meeting room is set up properly for the class (such as projectors, chairs and whiteboard 

pens). 

7. Make sure the meeting room is in good condition after the class meets. 

8. See that absentees get the materials or communications distributed during their absence. 

9. Assist in monitoring the progress of the program by providing feedback and assisting with the formal 

evaluations. 

10. Assist with announcements of important dates or events. 

11. Help coordinate social activities or events scheduled for the group (informal gatherings, holiday 

festivities, birthdays, graduation) 

12. Represent the group for the Alumni Office. 

13. Provide feedback to the program director for class-‐wide concerns. 

14. A student representative receives a $100 stipend per semester for serving as class rep in the group 

they are registered with while enrolled in the DC program. This amount will be credited to the 

student rep’s account at the end of each semester. 

The Grading System 

The alpha grading system with plus and minus is used. The alpha grades are given numerical 

weighting for the purpose of determining grade point averages. Each letter is defined as follows: 


A Superior The student has demonstrated a quality of work and accomplishment far beyond the 

formal requirements and shown originality of thought and mastery of material. The A+ grade is 

not recognized as a valid grade in grade point average calculations and are not recorded on the 

student’s transcript. 

B Above Average The student’s achievement exceeds the usual accomplishment, showing a clear 

indication of initiative and grasp of subject. 

C Average The student has met the formal requirements and has demonstrated good 

comprehension of the subject and reasonable ability to handle ideas. 

D Below Average The student’s accomplishment leaves much to be desired. Minimum 

requirements have been met but were inadequate. 

F Failure The student has not met the minimum requirements. 

CR Credit Used upon completion of thesis, internship and for other specified courses. 

NC No Credit The student has not achieved the minimum expectations of scholarship or credit in 

terms of the course objectives. The NC is not to be used in situations in which a grade of F is 

justified. It is not used in computing grade point averages. 

I Incomplete Given only in extenuating circumstances. Work must be completed by the end of 

the succeeding term for traditional undergraduate and graduate students. For degree 

completion students, work must be completed within 30 days from the end of the class. 

IP In Progress To be used for certain theses, practica and internships. 

W Withdrawal Grade given to those who drop classes during the scheduled drop period. 

UW Unauthorized Withdrawal This symbol indicates that an enrolled student attended up to two 

class sessions and did not officially withdraw from the course (i.e., the student did not submit an 

official drop form). For purposes of grade-‐point average computation this symbol is equivalent 

to an F. 

NR No Report Indication (to be used only by Registrar) that as of the deadline for submitting 

grades, none had been received. See “Grade Reporting.” 

Faculty may use pluses and minuses when grades fall between two categories. Note: a plus may not be 

used with a grade of A. 

Quality Points and Grade Point Average (GPA) 

For each unit in which the student is enrolled, he or she will receive quality points as follows: 

Grade Quality Points 

A 4.0 

A -‐ 3.7 

B+ 3.3 

B 3.0 

B -‐ 2.7 

C+ 2.3 

C 2.0 

C -‐ 1.7 

D+ 1.3 

D 1.0 

D -‐ 0.7 

F 0.0 

A student’s grade point average is obtained by dividing the total number of quality points earned 

by the total number of units undertaken, excluding courses in which the grades CR, I, IP, NC, NR, W and 


AU. Transfer units are not counted in calculating the GPA on the Fresno Pacific University transcript. Only 

FPU credits counted toward a degree are used in calculating the cumulative GPA. 

Credit Bearing Grades 

Generally, DC students must earn a C-‐ or higher to receive credit for a course. (See charts below 

for specific program requirements.) OL students who earn less than a credit-‐earning grade in program 

courses will be administratively withdrawn from the program. BUS, BSN, CD, CML, CRIM, and LA students 

who less than a credit-‐earning grade in a program course must retake the course. 

Business Administration: Business Management 

ACCT 301 Accounting for Management 

Credit-Earning 

Grade 

C - 

BIB 300A Jesus Life and World D - 

BIB 300B Jesus, Church & Society D - 

BIB 451 Biblical Perspectives on Leadership D - 

BUS 441 Ethics and Values C - 

BUS 471 Business Policy and Strategy C - 

BUS 476 Business Law C - 

ECON 301 Economics in Business D - 

FIN 460 Business Finance C - 

MGT 441 Community Project Proposal C - 

MGT 442 Community Project C - 

MGT 450 Management & Organizational Behavior C - 

MGT 460 Human Resources C - 

MKT 320 The World of Marketing C - 

Short Term and Weekend Courses D - 

Business Administration: Organizational Leadership 

BIB 300A Jesus’ Life and World 


Grade 

D - 

BIB 300B Jesus, Church and Society D - 

BIB 436 Biblical Perspectives D - 

BUS 427 Business Perspectives on Adult Development C - 

BUS 431 Organizations and Environments 

C - 

BUS 432 Group & Organizational Behavior C - 

BUS 434 Individual in the Organization C - 

BUS 435 Statistical Methods D - 

BUS 438 Human Resources Management C - 

BUS 440 Leadership & Organizations C - 

BUS 442 Values and Ethics in Organizations 

C - 

BUS 499A Baccalaureate Thesis I 

C - 

BUS 499B Baccalaureate Thesis II C - 

BUS 499C Baccalaureate Thesis III C - 

PHIL 443 Values Formation C - 

PSY 431 Adult Development & Identity Formation C - 



Christian Ministry for Leadership 



Grade 

D - 



MIN-310 Introduction to CML/Internship Orientation C - 

MIN-356 Church and the Mission of God C - 

MIN-376 Current Practices in Evangelism and Discipleship C - 

MIN-392 Biblical Interpretation and Teaching C - 

MIN-397A Ministry Discernment & Spiritual Formation I C - 

MIN-397B Ministry Discernment & Spiritual Formation II C - 

MIN-397C Ministry Discernment & Spiritual Formation III C - 

MIN-420 Ministry Across Cultures C - 

MIN-430 Urban Ministry C - 

MIN-440 Conflict Transformation in Ministry C - 

MIN-450 Leadership in Ministry C - 

MIN-471 Pastoral Ministries C - 

MIN-483A CML Internship I C - 

MIN-483B CML Internship II C - 

MIN-483C CML Internship III C - 


Criminology and Restorative Justice Studies 

BIB 300A Jesus' Life and World 


Grades 

D- 

BIB 300B Jesus, Church, and Society D- 

BIB 436 Biblical Perspectives D- 

CRIM 350 Theories of Criminology C- 

CRIM 360 Criminal Procedure C- 

CRIM 370 Diversity and Crime C- 

CRIM 410 Criminal Evidence C- 

CRIM 420 Criminology Statistics D- 

CRIM 440 Advanced Criminal Law C- 

CRIM 496A CRJS Project I C- 

CRIM 496B CRJS Project II C- 

CRIM 496C CRJS Project III C- 

PACS 410 Restorative Justice C- 

PACS 440 Conflict Transformation C- 

VICT 351 Victim Recovery C- 

VICT 420 Victimology C- 

Short Term and Weekend Courses D- 

Early Childhood Development 



Grade 

D - 


BIB 436 Biblical Perspectives C - 

ECD 300 Child, Family, & Community C - 

ECD 310 Human Diversity and Relations C - 

ECD 320 Parenting for Early Childhood Educators C - 

ECD 400 Children’s Play and Learning Theory C - 

ECD 420 Guidance in Social and Emotional Behavior C - 


ECD 430 Early Childhood Physical Education Methods C - 

ECD 440 Students with Exceptionalities in School and 

Community 

C - 

ECD 450 Children’s Art and Literature C - 

ECD 460 Math and Science for Young Children C - 

ECD 470 Curriculum Development for Early Childhood 

Education 

C - 

ECD 482 Child Observation Practicum C - 

ECD 483 Child Observation Practicum C - 

PSY 352 Advanced Child, Growth & Development D - 


Liberal Arts 

ART-301 Art Fundamentals 


Grade 

C – 


D -- 



DRA 357 Creative Drama C - 

GEOG 321 Cultural Geography of Central Valley C - 

HIST 421 American Ethnicity & Pluralism C - 

HIST 441 California History & Politics C - 

LA 381 Introduction to Teaching C - 

LA 415 Senior Research Seminar C - 

LANG 311 Principles of Language Acquisition C - 

LANG331 Linguistics & Modern Grammar C - 

LIT 467 Literature for Children & Young Adults C - 

MATH 136 Math Concepts I C - 

MATH 137 Math Concepts II C - 

KIN 321 Elementary PE Methods C - 

PSY-352 Advanced Child, Growth & Development C – 

Short Term and Weekend Courses 

D -- 

Nursing 

BIB 300A Jesus Life and World 


Grade 

C 

BIB 300B Jesus, Church & Society C 

BIB-436 Biblical Perspectives (4) C 

BUS-440 Leadership in Organizations C 

NURS-310 Professional Role Development and Nursing 

Theory 

C 

NURS-320 Principles of Patho-Physiology C 

NURS -330 Health Assessment C 

NURS-340 Globalization, Cultural Diversity and HealthCare 

Environment 

C 

NURS-410 Intermediate Pharmacology C 

NURS-420 Nursing Research C 

NURS-430 Teaching for Disease Prevention and Health 

Promotion 

C 

NURS-440 Community Health Nursing C 

NURS-442 Community Health Nursing Practicum C 

NURS-450 Information Technology and HealthCare 

Economics 

C 


NURS-460 Leadership and Clinical Management C 

NURS-462 Leadership and Clinical Management 

Practicum 

C 

NURS-480 Senior Project C 

PACS-440 Conflict Transformation C 

Short Term and Weekend Courses C 

Grade Reporting 

SUBMITTING GRADES 

1. Grades are due by the end of the third week following the last class session of a course. They 

should be posted in the official grading area of Campus Cruiser. If grades are not received on 

time by the registrar, an NR (No Report) will be entered on the student’s transcript. 

2. If students are missing from the grade roster, students may have a financial hold on their account 

and as a result are not permitted to register. Remind students to take care of their financial 

aid/registration responsibilities. 

3. Faculty may not enter a grade of W or I on the Grade Roster. 

4. Faculty must submit the Incomplete Grade Request form signed by both the faculty member and 

the student prior to the last class session. Submit form to the Registrar’s Office. 

5. Upon notification of the posting of the grade roster, the Registrar’s Office verifies the grades and 

posts the grades to official university records. 

6. After a grade has been reported to the university’s registrar, the grade cannot be changed unless 

a written grade change form and an acceptable reason for the change are submitted to the 

registrar by the professor with prior approval of the program director. 

7. Faculty are required to keep documentation which supports grades assigned for a minimum of 

one year. 

ISSUING A GRADE OF INCOMPLETE 

Incomplete grades are to be issued only in the case of absence from classes due to unexpected 

and unavoidable circumstances, such as serious illness, accident, or death in the immediate family, which 

have made it impossible for the student to complete all course requirements as scheduled. 

Even though it is the student’s responsibility to initiate the incomplete form, and get faculty 

approval, faculty may wish to let students know of their responsibility when circumstances described 

above occur. 

A grade of incomplete is not to be issued for unsatisfactory work or failure to submit work 

through negligence. Requests for a grade of incomplete are not approved in cases where students have 

not completed work due to lack of time. Students are eligible to receive a grade of incomplete only when 

they have demonstrated effort toward meeting course requirements, and when completion of the course 

work appears reasonably attainable. 

1. Students may request a grade of incomplete by obtaining a Request for Grade of Incomplete form 

from the Registrar’s website, completing the form, and turning it in to the instructor prior to the 

completion of the course. If the instructor agrees to give the student a grade of incomplete, the 

instructor will inform the student of the work to be completed and the scheduled completion 

date for a grade to be posted for the incomplete. 

2. Both the student and the instructor must complete and sign the Request for Grade of Incomplete 

form. The instructor is responsible for returning the form to DC Assistant Registrar, prior to the 

last day of class. 

3. On the Request for Grade of Incomplete form, the instructor will be asked to report a grade (in 

addition to the grade of incomplete) which has been earned on the basis of work completed by 

the last day of the course. This is the grade which will be posted to the transcript should the 


course work not be completed by the end of the time extension identified on the Request for 

Grade of Incomplete Form. The maximum time to finish an incomplete is 30 days. 

4. When the student completes the contracted set of remaining requirements approved by the 

instructor or the completion date arrives, the instructor is responsible for authorizing the 

Registrar to replace the grade of incomplete with the final grade earned. If the student completes 

the required course work before the completion date, the instructor should contact the DC 

Registrar and request the form be sent to her/him. If the completion date has occurred, the 

Registrar will mail the form to the instructor. The instructor must sign the Request for Grade of 

Incomplete form to authorize the removal of the grade of incomplete. 

5. Students who do not meet the terms and conditions stated on the Request for Grade of 

Incomplete form may appeal to the DC Academic Committee for an extension of the grade of 

incomplete. 

Grade Appeals Process 

In general, grades represent the faculty member’s professional judgment of a student’s 

performance in a course, and as such, are final. However, students have the right to ask a faculty member 

for an explanation of any grade received and may appeal a grade when they perceive that a final grade 

was biased, arbitrary, or capricious. In those instances, students must follow the Grade Appeal Process 

outlined below. 

GENERAL PRINCIPLES 

1. Students are encouraged to seek advice in matters of concern about grades from their faculty or 

academic advisor. 

2. Grade appeals can be made only in instances where procedural issues or biased, arbitrary, or 

capricious grading are in question, specifically any one of the following: 

a. An obvious error in calculation. 

b. The instructor has applied more exacting standards to the particular student. 

c. The grade was given on some other basis than performance in the course. 

d. The grade represents a substantial departure from the instructor’s announced 

standards. 

PROCESS 

Grade appeals may not be made more than two terms after course completion. 

1. The student should attempt informal resolution of grade concerns with the instructor. Typically, 

this step is all that is necessary to resolve any disagreements. This step is only to be waived if 

the student believes she or he cannot meet with the instructor. 

2. In the event that informal resolution is not satisfactory to the student, the student has the 

burden of proof to show that the grade was based on factors listed in General Principles (2) 

above. The student submits a written request for a grade appeal to the program director or 

other appropriate campus administrator within six weeks of the official posting of the grades by 

the Registrar’s Office. The student must include evidence pertinent to the General Principles (2) 

above in support of the grade appeal request. If there is no program director or if the program 

director is the instructor, the student submits the appeal to the school dean. 

3. The program director or school dean provides the instructor with a copy of the appeal request. 

Within 15 days, the instructor responds in writing to the program director or school dean, 

explaining the basis for the grade. Please note that days during the faculty off-‐contract periods 

(e.g. summer) are not counted. 

4. Within three weeks of the grade appeal request, the program director or school dean appoints a 

grade appeals panel consisting of three faculty members. The panel will reach a decision to 

either uphold the grade or change it. This decision is sent to the program director or school 


dean who informs the instructor, student, and Registrar’s Office if necessary. The panel’s 

decision is binding. 

Academic Appeals 

A request for an exception to a published university academic policy must be made in writing and 

initiated through the Registrar’s Office, using the Academic Petition form unless petitioning transferability 

of courses or accuracy of grades. Transferability should be petitioned using the Substitution/Transfer 

Request form. Grades appeals should follow the Grade Appeals Process outlined above. All documentary 

evidence in support of each application for academic exception should be submitted with the written 

request. Each case will be decided on its own merits. All exceptions and waivers are subject to review by 

the appropriate academic official or committee for consideration and decision. Students are encouraged 

to maintain their own personal copies of all paperwork submitted 

Student and Faculty Dispute Resolution 

To resolve student grievances about an instructor’s action related to teaching effectiveness, 

course requirements, or general conduct, Fresno Pacific University encourages students to discuss their 

concerns first with the instructor. If the student and the instructor are unable to resolve the issue 

satisfactorily, or the student does not feel comfortable speaking directly with the instructor, the student 

should contact the program director and submit the grievance in writing, preferably within three weeks of 

the incident in question. 

The program director will attempt to resolve the issue. If the program director is unable to 

resolve the issue to the satisfaction of the student, the student will be referred to the Dean for a final 

resolution. 

Questions regarding a grade received by a student are handled according to the grade change 

policy listed in the Fresno Pacific University Catalog and this handbook. 

Student grievances about a staff member’s actions should be submitted in writing to program 

director within three weeks of the incident in question. If the program director is unable to resolve the 

issue to the satisfaction of the student, the student will be referred to the Dean for a final resolution. 

Syllabus Template/Requirements 

Faculty must submit a syllabus for the course they are contracted to teach to the appropriate 

school at least four weeks before the course begins. The Assistant to the Dean has access to sample syllabi 

for specific courses if you need that. Once your syllabus is approved by the program director or academic 

chair, the syllabus is posted on Campus Cruiser for the students so that they receive it one week prior to 

the beginning of the course. 

Adjunct faculty teaching in the Organizational Leadership Program are required to use the 

syllabus and faculty guide developed by the full-‐time faculty. 

As the template which follows shows, each syllabus must identify the learning outcomes of the 

course, the schedule of assignments the student must complete to achieve the learning outcomes, and 

the manner in which the instructor will evaluate attainment of the learning outcomes. 

To achieve consistency, the university template should be used for all courses. Ask your program 

director for an electronic copy of the syllabus template. A copy is also located in the appendix. 

Resources 

Academic assistance is available through the schools, while equipment and office supplies are 

available through the regional centers where you are teaching. 



The first time you teach at a regional center, contact the administrative assistant for access/lock-‐ 

up procedures as well as other unique center procedures. Office hours are 

� Monday—Thursday, 8:30am-‐6:30pm 

� Friday, 8:00am-‐6:00pm 

� Saturday, occasional 

Each center has technical staff to assist during the evening. A security system is in place at each 

center. 

FPU Website 

For information about all facets of the university, access the FPU website at 

http://www.fresno.edu and use the Quick Links directory. Forms and course lists are all found on the site. 

You will also find useful information on the Faculty & Staff page, as well as the Provost’s link for new 

faculty. 

Webpage for Online Research 

For a list of and links to search engines, web indexes, web directories, parallel search engines, 

etc. access the Webpage for Online Research at http://sps3000.net/research/. Hiebert Library has an 

extensive collection on online journal articles. 

Technology Training 

If students or faculty need help in using common software, including the MSOffice Suite, free video 

training clips are available on the Atomic Learning website: highed.atomiclearning.com. Username: FPU, 

Password: sunbirds. 

Hiebert Library 

For information about library hours and other matters, you may access the library webpage at 

http://ww.fresno.edu/dept/library/describe.htm or you may call Anne Guenther at 453-‐2121. 

ID Cards 

Faculty are asked to wear their official FPU identification card to each class session. Holders are 

available at the centers. You may have your photo taken at any regional center or the Cashier’s Office on 

the main campus. You may bring this card to the Hiebert Library and have them activate it as a library 

card. Lunch is only $3 in the Steinert Campus Center when you bring your FPU ID card. 

Equipment 

Available in most classrooms 

Training is available from regional center staff. On the main campus, you must have training and 

you will need to request a key from the DC office. Training is available online on the “Faculty & Staff” 

page. 

� Podium 

� Overhead projector 

� TV/VCR/DVD players 

� White Boards 

Available Upon Request 

Reserve well in advance, before the semester begins. Contact the regional center. 

� Video conference machines 

� Smart Boards in select rooms 

� Portable computer lab or fixed computer lab on the main campus 


Curriculum/Textbooks 

Call the program director if you need OL Faculty Guides or Student Guides. Contact the publisher 

for desk copies of textbooks. If the publisher requires that the book be mailed to the Main Campus, 

include the box number of the school. 

Fresno Pacific University 

1717 S. Chestnut Ave. 

Fresno, CA 93702 

Add the appropriate box: 

School of Natural Science #32 

School of HRSS #2301 

School of Business #2303 

School of Education #2001 

Each course has standard textbooks. Changes to textbooks must be approved by the Program 

Director and submitted to the Director of Operations two months before class begins. 

Rooms 

You may have students rearrange tables and chairs, but they must be returned to the original 

configuration at the end of the class. 

Faculty may not change the location of their class without approval from their Program Director. 

Changes in room assignments must be approved by the program director and then requested from the 

Regional Administrative Assistant or Joshua Reinhold (453-‐2213) for the main campus. 

Copies 

Copies may be made in McDonald Hall, your school, or at the nearest regional center. Staff will 

be glad to show you how to operate the copy machine and give you the appropriate code. Only minor 

jobs should be done at the North Fresno Center (up to 50 pages). Copy codes are needed; contact the 

administrative assistant in your school. 

Parking 

Parking permits are not required at the regional centers or in the Steinert Parking Lot on the 

main campus at any time. Parking permits are not required on other main campus lots after 4:00pm on 

weekdays and all day Saturday and Sunday. 

Gate Codes 

The code to the walk-‐through gates on campus is 1523. The code to the Steinert Parking lot 

drive-‐through gate is 2298. The code for the East Hall Parking lot drive through gate is 1234. 

Guest Speakers 

The university pays a stipend of $60.00 (for up to 3 hours) to guest speakers, who have been 

approved by the program director. Higher amounts must be approved by the dean, who will set an hourly 

rate. The honorarium request form follows. Submit to the Dean’s Assistant (cohort classes) or the 

Director of Operations (short term & weekend classes.) 

Mileage 

Faculty members are paid mileage to teach away from their home campus. A mileage form is 

available from the web page of the Business Office on the university web site. It should be given to the 

Dean’s Assistant. Include the course number and city on the form. Only use the form provided by the 


Business Office. In addition Human Resources requires that you complete the Application to Use Own Car 

for University Purposes. This form is found in the appendix. 

Expense Reimbursement 

Expenses that are pre-‐approved by the program director may be reimbursed by submitting 

receipts to the Dean’s Assistant (cohort classes) or the Director of Operations (short term & weekend 

classes. 

Writing Help for Students 

Students who exhibit poor writing skills may be referred to the Academic Support Center: 559-‐ 

453-‐5585. The center responds within 48 hours of a student’s submission of a paper for review. 


Course Number & Title 

Instructions in blue should be deleted before giving syllabus to students. 

Information in yellow should be included only if applicable to your course. 

Helpful hints: This template uses tables, which helps keep information neat. Knowing some basic 

information about using tables will help make using tables easy. Basically you just need to type 

in your information and the table will expand to fit. 

Type over the black box above to insert your course number and title. 

[A syllabus is a quasi-contractual document. It implies that if a student performs certain activities, 

gains particular knowledge, skills, understandings, and demonstrates these in certain ways, they 

will in return receive certain rewards (grades, units etc.). Students have held and will hold faculty 

accountable (and courts have supported them) for what they have or have not included in course 

syllabi. Clarity is recommended for all expectations, and faculty should abide by deadlines and 

expectations as outlined in a syllabus. A syllabus should be distributed for each class at the 

beginning of the term. Due dates for assignments and dates for scheduled tests should be 

included on the syllabus, and should not be changed except in unavoidable circumstances, with 

as much forewarning as possible, and also, with some accommodation for problems this may 

raise for students. 

While faculty members have considerable latitude in the development of their courses, 

institutional academic policies have priority over individual class policies. Thus grading standards 

as outlined in the catalog, excused absences for those attending school sponsored events, 

deadlines for add/drops, withdrawals, etc., may not be changed by individual faculty members for 

their classes. 

Faculty must submit an electronic copy of each syllabus to the appropriate dean's assistant. 

S/he will place it in a secure place on the university network for viewing by the provost and the 

librarian. Current course syllabi need to be on file to meet WASC guidelines. An updated syllabus 

is requested each semester that a course is taught.] 

[Insert the appropriate information in the following tables.] 

Semester & Year: Instructor: 

Units: Phone: Est. response time: 

Drop Deadline (w/o grade penalty): [Check catalog] Email: Est. response time: 

Drop Deadline (for partial refund): [Check catalog Office: Hours: 

Course Evaluation Date: FAX: 

Final Grades Posted by: [Check academic calendar:] 

Regular Meeting Times: Website: 

[Include the following table if you have an assistant:] 

Assistant: 

Phone: Est. response time: 

Email: Est. response time: 

Office: Hours: 

FAX: 

Revise header info for 

your school. 


SCHOOL OF 

EDUCATION 

1717 S. Chestnut Ave. 

Fresno, CA 93702-4709 

559-453-3666

Website: 

Other Meeting Times 

[Include field trips, synchronous online meetings, etc.] 

Overview 

[Provide an introduction to the subject matter and show how the course fits in the university or 

department curriculum. Explain what the course is about and why students would want to learn 

the material.] 

Catalog Course Description 

[Take directly from current catalog.] 

Prerequisites/Corequisites 

[Help students realistically assess their readiness for your course by listing the knowledge, skills, 

or experience you expect them to already have or the courses they should have completed. Give 

students suggestions on how they might refresh their skills if they feel uncertain about their 

readiness. List any course which must be taken concurrently with this one.] 

Required Text 

[List the standard textbook(s) for this course. Do not change without program director approval. 

Include authors, edition numbers, and information on why these particular readings were 

selected. When possible, show the relationship between the readings and the course objectives, 

especially if you assign chapters in a textbook out of sequence.] 

Other Course Materials/Technology 

[Identify additional materials or equipment need for the course. For example, do students need 

lab or safety equipment, art supplies, calculators, computers, online connection, drafting 

materials. If you will place readings on reserve in the library, you might include the call numbers.] 

Learning Outcomes 

[List the standard objectives for this course. Do not change without academic committee 

approval. ] 

Outline of Topics Covered 

[Clarify the conceptual structure used to organize the course. Students need to understand why 

you have arranged topics in a given order and the logic of the themes or concepts you have 

selected.] 

Instructional Methodology/Mode of Delivery 

[Describe the format or activities of the course. Let students know whether the course involves 

fieldwork, research projects, lectures, discussions with active participation, and the like. Which 

are required and which recommended? For online courses include how to get started, technology 

used, how students will interact, etc.] 

Cohort Model: Fresno Pacific University is a community of learners and each cohort is a special 

group of students who will be learning together throughout their program. To help build this 

community students eat dinner together during class. Students organize the meals, with 20-30 

minutes being allowed for dinner. Students, with faculty support, are also encouraged to lead a 

devotional/prayer time to begin each class. Ten minutes is allowed for devotions/prayer. [DC 

Cohort classes] 

Assignments & Tests 

[State the nature and format of the assignments, the expected length of essays, and their 

deadlines. Give the examination dates and briefly indicate the nature of the tests (multiple-choice, 

essay, short-answer, take-home tests). How do the assignments relate to the learning objectives 


for the course? In setting up the syllabus, try to keep the workload evenly balanced throughout 

the term. Let students know whether they are required to do the reading before each class 

meeting. 

Provide a course calendar or schedule. The schedule should include the sequence of 

course topics, the preparations or readings, and the assignments due. For the readings, give 

page numbers in addition to chapter numbers--this will help students budget their time. Exam 

dates should be firmly fixed, while dates for topics and activities may be listed as tentative. 

Provide an updated calendar as needed. 

Estimate student work load. Give students a sense of how much preparation and work 

the course will involve. How much time should they anticipate spending on reading assignments, 

problem sets, lab reports or research? Total time, including class time, should be at least 45 

hours/unit.] 

Date Due Assignment Est. Time to 

complete 

(hours) 

[Expand table by inserting rows.] 

Directions for Submission of Assignments 

Students should include the following information on all assignments: student name, faculty 

name, cohort, course number, location of class 

[List other directions you wish to include.] 

Other Course Requirements 

[List other course requirements. For example, are students required to attend an office hour or 

form study groups?] 

Makeup Work/Late Assignments 

Only one class may be made up. [DC course policy] 

[Clearly state your policies regarding turning in late work; missing homework, tests or exams; 

make-ups; extra credit; requesting extensions; and reporting illnesses. Include a description of 

students' responsibilities in the learning process and the professor’s responsibilities.] 

Assignment Point Values 

Indicate the components of the final grade and the weights assigned to each component (for 

example, homework, term papers, midterms and exams). Students appreciate knowing the 

weighting because it helps them budget their time. 

Assignment Point Value 

Grading Policies/Rubrics 

[State how students will be evaluated and how grades will be assigned. Describe the grading 

procedures. Will you grade on a curve or use an absolute scale? Will you accept extra-credit work 

to improve grades? Will any quiz grades be dropped? See the "Grading Practices" section in the 

university catalog. Insert the standards that will be followed in grading assignments and tests. 

What are your expectations for written work?] 


Final Grades 

[Choose the table you will use and delete the others.] 

Letter 

Grade 

A 

A- 

B+ 

B 

B- 

C+ 

C 

C- 

D+ 

D 

D - 

F 

Points 

Letter 

Grade 

A 

B 

C 

F 

UW 

Points 

Attended 

little or not 

at all 

Grade 

Credit 

No Credit 

Points 

UW Attended little or not 

at all 

If you believe any grade to be in error, please discuss it with me. If you are not satisfied with our 

discussion, you make take your concern to the dean of this school. Contact me, your program 

director or your advisor if you feel like you need help with this course. 

Supplementary Materials/Services for Success in this Course 

[Include supplementary material to help students succeed in the course. For example consider 

providing one or more of the following: 

� Helpful hints on how to study, take notes or do well in class 

� Glossary of technical terms used in the course 

� References on specific topics for more in-depth exploration 

� Bibliography of supplemental readings at a higher or lower level of difficulty, in case 

students find the required text too simple or too challenging 

� A list of campus resources for tutoring and academic support, including computer labs 

� Online resources that may be helpful to students] 

This section must be included in all syllabi. 

UNIVERSITY POLICY SUMMARIES 

For complete policy details check the current Academic Catalog. 

Attendance Policy 

The university expects regular class attendance by all students Those students who will be 

absent for an extended period of time should contact their program director or advisor who will 

discuss the options available, such as a leave of absence. 

Degree Completion students who miss two class sessions cannot successfully complete the 

course. Missing twenty minutes of a class session is counted as an absence. Being late (1-19 

minutes) three times equals one absence. 

Registration 

Only individuals who are registered may attend classes. Non-registered students may not turn in 

assignments, take tests or receive grades. 

Academic Honesty/Integrity 

Everyone who participates in the educational process at FPU is expected to pursue honesty and 

integrity in all aspects of their academic work. Cases of academic dishonesty are first handled 

between instructors and students. Depending upon the severity of the case, consequences may 


ange from partial credit after work is redone to expulsion from the university. As in all situations 

where a member of the university violates the behavioral and academic expectations of the 

community, opportunity for restoration and restitution will be extended to those willing to work to 

correct the situation and reconcile with the university community. 

Turnitin [include the following statement if you are using this software.] 

Fresno Pacific University is committed to preserving academic integrity. Students should presume 

that all their written work will be checked against international electronic databases of student 

work and published sources to detect plagiarism. These electronic databases often add the 

submitted material to their sources to compare against other student work. Faculty may require 

both digital and hard copy of assignments to facilitate the evaluation. By submitting assignments, 

a student agrees to these processes. 

Behavioral Standards 

Student behaviors disruptive to the educational process may result in the student being dismissed 

from a class or a program. 

Sexual Harassment Policy 

Harassment of a student or an employee of the University by other students, employees, 

supervisors, or agents of Fresno Pacific University will not be tolerated. All reports of harassment 

will be taken seriously, promptly investigated and addressed by FPU in accordance with 

university policies and procedures. 

Responsible Use of Technology 

The use of campus computing resources at Fresno Pacific University is a privilege, not a right. 

Violations of university guidelines on computer use will result in disciplinary action, which may 

include any of the following: warnings, loss of computer privileges, suspension, or legal 

prosecution. 

Students with Disabilities 

Fresno Pacific University makes every effort to arrange services and accommodations for any 

student with a documented disability. Students should first register in the Academic Support 

Center (559-453-5585) which coordinates services for students with disabilities in order to 

arrange accommodations in the classroom. 

Incompletes 

Incomplete grades are to be issued only in the case of absence from classes due to unexpected 

and unavoidable circumstances, such as illness, accident or death in the immediate family, which 

have made it impossible for the student to complete all course requirements as scheduled. A 

grade of incomplete is not to be issued for unsatisfactory work or failure to submit work through 

negligence. Student must submit the appropriate form, available online from Registrar’s Office. 

Satisfactory Academic Progress 

Students are expected to make satisfactory progress toward completion of their program by 

maintaining a cumulative grade-point average of 2.0 or higher (for associate/baccalaureate 

students) and 3.0 or higher (for graduate students). Cumulative grade-point average is based on 

FPU coursework only. 

CampusCruiser 

CampusCruiser is the university’s Web portal and should be used to access everything related to 

university online content, including event calendars, schedules, classes, campus life and email. 

Students are expected to check their fpu.edu email on a frequent and consistent basis (at least 

weekly.) 


Student and Faculty Dispute Resolution 

Occasionally a student may find cause to question the action of a professor regarding 

requirements of a course, teaching effectiveness, comments made in a class that seem 

derogatory or inflammatory, criticism of the student, general performance or sanctions given for 

academic dishonesty. Students should first discuss their concerns with the instructor. If the 

student and faculty member cannot resolve the issue satisfactorily or if the student does not feel 

comfortable speaking directly with the instructor the student should consult with the chair of the 

division in which the course is lodged, who will attempt to resolve the issue. Decisions may be 

appealed to the dean of the appropriate school for a final resolution. 

Right to Petition 

Request for exception to academic policies may be made when there are extenuating 

circumstances such as a serious medical condition, a death in the immediate family or other 

traumatic, unforeseen events. Students should complete a petition form, along with the 

nonrefundable fee, and submit it to the Registrar’s Office. Petitions will be forwarded to the 

appropriate academic official or committee for consideration and decision. 

(End of syllabus template) 


FRESNO PACIFIC UNIVERSITY 

Request for Honorarium Payment 

Speaker's Name 

Speaker's Address 

City/State/Zip 

Speaker's SS# 

Date Speaker Used 

Instructor 

Class # 

Class Name 

Payment Amount _____ Up to $60 (3 hours or less) 

Account to be charged 11-_____-05-___ 

_____ Other - as approved by Dean 

Program Director:_______________________ Dean:_________________________________ 

Approved 11/19/05 Academic Cabinet 


APPLICATION TO USE OWN CAR FOR UNIVERSITY PURPOSES 

I VOLUNTEER TO DRIVE MY PERSONAL VEHICLE FOR UNIVERSITY PURPOSES. 

MY VOLUNTEER DRIVER INFORMATION IS LISTED BELOW: 

1. California Drivers License Number: _____________________________ 

2. Vehicle Year: ______ Vehicle Make: ____________________________ 

3. Number of Seat Belts: _______ 

4. Vehicle is in Safe Operating Condition: Yes____ No_____ 

5. Insurance Policy Number: ____________________________ 

6. Insurance Policy Limits: $_______ Bodily Injury & $________ Property Damage 

PLEASE ATTACH A COPY OF YOUR DRIVERS LICENSE AS WELL AS THE DECLARATION 

RECOMMENDATION PAGE FROM YOUR INSURANCE POLICY. 

IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA LAW, THE INSURANCE ON A SPECIFIC VEHICLE IS 

THE PRIMARY COVERAGE IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT OR LOSS. 

I HAVE READ THE ABOVE STATEMENT AND FULLY UNDERSTAND THAT MY PERSONAL 

AUTO INSURANCE IS THE PRIMARY INSURER OF AN ACCIDENT OR LOSS DURING THE 

COURSE OF MY TIME WITH THE UNIVERSITY. 

____________________________________ 

Drivers Name 

____________________________________ 

Drivers Signature 

____________________________________ 

Address 

____________________________________ 

City, State Zip 

Submit to jodie.talley@fresno.edu 


Short Term and Weekend Courses 

These courses help students fulfill general education requirements and elective units. 

Course # Course Title Type School Dept. Chair 

ART 111 Art Appreciation ST HRSS McMillen 

ART 161 Around the World ST HRSS McMillen 

BIOL 125 Introduction to Biology ST NS Kunz 

BLIT 302 Gospel of Mark WKND HRSS Roberts/Camp 

BLIT 303 Biblical Literature: I Corinthians WKND HRSS Roberts/Camp 

BLIT 304 Biblical Literature: James WKND HRSS Roberts/Camp 

BLIT 305 Biblical Literature: Job & Ecclesiastes WKND HRSS Roberts/Camp 

BUS 428 Collaboration and Creativity WKND BUS Langhofer 

CHEM 100 Introductory Chemistry ST NS Dick 

COM 109 Critical Thinking and Composition ST HRSS Nickel 

COM 111 Academic Writing ST HRSS Nickel 

COM 121 Fundamental Communication Skills ST HRSS Wiebe 

COM 338 Editing for Communication WKND HRSS Nickel 

COM 342 Advanced Academic Research & Composition ST HRSS Nickel 

COM 432 Persuasion WKND HRSS Wiebe 

COM 434 Communication Skills for Professionals WKND HRSS Wiebe 

CP 150 University Success ST HRSS Carden 

CRIM 210 Criminal Justice Administration ST HRSS Schellenberg 

CRIM 220 Criminal Law ST HRSS Schellenberg 

ECON 392 An Introduction to the Global Economy ST BUS Langhofer 

ENV 151 Environment and Humanity ST NS Kunz 

FIN 456 Personal Finance: Budget, Credit, & Career WKND BUS Langhofer 

FIN 457 Personal Finance: Investments & Retirement WKND BUS Langhofer 

FIN 458 Personal Finance: Cash Flow Management WKND BUS Langhofer 

HIST 122 Western Civilization I ST HRSS Johnston 

HIST 142 Western Civilization II ST HRSS Johnston 

HIST 151 American History I ST HRSS Johnston 

HIST 152 American History II ST HRSS Johnston 

HIST 396 The European Union ST HRSS Johnston 

HIST 422 Lincoln and Leadership WKND HRSS Johnston 

HIST 423 Puritan Influence in America WKND HRSS Johnston 

HIST 424 Causes of the American Revolution WKND HRSS Johnston 

HIST 426 The 1920s in America WKND HRSS Johnston 

HIST 427 Postwar America: 1945-1960 WKND HRSS Johnston 

HIST 428 The American Presidency WKND HRSS Johnston 

KIN 121 Concepts of Wellness ST NS DeMars 

LANG 170 English for Academic Purposes ST HRSS Boeckel 

LIT 181 Exploring Literature ST HRSS Nickel 

MATH 121 Mathematical Problem Solving ST NS Yi 

MATH 250 Introduction to Statistics ST NS Yi 

MUS 104 Music Appreciation ST HRSS Huber 


Course # Course Title Type School Dept. Chair 

MUS 107 Elements of Musicianship ST HRSS Huber 

PACS 437 Conflict Management WKND HRSS Dunn 

PHIL 104 Applied Logic & Critical Thinking ST HRSS Johnston 

PHYS 151 Geology and Planet Earth ST NS Dick 

PS 121 American Government ST HRSS Unruh 

PS 395 American Foreign Policy in an Age of Terror ST HRSS Unruh 

PSY 121 Human Learning ST HRSS Lake 

PSY 322 Discovery Learning in the Mind, Brain, and Body ST HRSS Lake 

PSY 325 Emotional Intelligence ST HRSS Lake 

PSY 351 Child Growth & Development ST HRSS Lake 

PSY 381 Psychology of Learning ST HRSS Lake 

PSY 382 Memory Tools: Mind Maps WKND HRSS Lake 

PSY 383 Power of Optimism WKND HRSS Pope 

PSY 384 Art of Motivation WKND HRSS Lake 

PSY 385 Increasing Personal Effectiveness WKND HRSS Lake 

PSY 386 Psychology: Living with Stress WKND HRSS Lake 

PSY 441 Introduction to Counseling Theories ST HRSS Lake 

SOC 355 Building Lasting Relationships ST HRSS TBA 

KEY 

BUS = School of Business 

HRSS = School of Humanities, Religion and Social Sciences 

NS = School of Natural Science 

ST = Short Term Course 

WKND = Weekend Course 


PREPARATION 

Contract 

Syllabus 

Textbooks 

CampusCruiser/Email 

Supplies/Equipment/copies 

Technology help 

ID Card 

Online Courses/Moodle 

Classroom 

IN CLASS 

Attendance 

Class Representative 

Class schedule, devotions, 

dinner, and breaks 

Technology Help 

Evaluation 

AFTER CLASS 

Official Grading 

Mileage 

Summary of Evaluation 

PREPARATION 

Contract 

You should receive a contract before 

you begin teaching. Remuneration 

information is found in the DC Faculty 

handbook. The contract will list the 

school which your course belongs to 

and the department chair of the course. 

The department chair is available to 

answer academic questions. 

Syllabus 

Contact the dean’s assistant for a 

sample syllabus and for the university 

syllabus template. 

� School of HRSS: Janice Outfleet, 

QUICK GUIDE FOR NEW FACULTY 


janice.outfleet@fresno.edu 

� School of Natural Science: Sean 

Munoz, sean.munoz@fresno.edu 

� School of Business: Laura Beth 

Ramirez, 

laurabeth.ramirez@fresno.edu 

� School of Education: Alice Harsh, 

alice.harsh@fresno.edu 

Textbooks 

Contact Shirley Warkentin for a list of 

the standard textbooks. Ask the 

publishers for desk copies. Alternate 

textbooks must be approved by the 

program director two months in 

advance of the class start. 

CampusCruiser 

You will receive information about this 

class portal via the email address listed 

on your application. Your syllabus will 

be posted in the class page by the 

dean’s assistant. University and student 

email is sent to your fpu.edu account. 

You may wish to forward this email to 

another account. 

Supplies/Equipment/Copies 

Check with the regional center where 

you will teach for information on the 

equipment in your classroom. Limited 

copies can be made there. Contact the 

department chair if you wish to be 

reimbursed for supplies. 


Contact the HelpDesk 453-‐3410 for any 

technology questions you may have.

Help is also available at the front desk of 

each center. 

ID Card 

Have your photo taken at the front desk 

of a regional center or the Student 

Accounts desk on the Main Campus, 

McDonald Hall. You should wear your 

ID in a holder provided by the regional 

center, for each class session. 

Online Courses/Moodle 

All online courses should be developed 

using Moodle. Help is available from 

the Center for Online Learning. Visit the 

website: col.fresno.edu 

Classroom 

Classrooms are assigned by each 

regional center. Classrooms on the 

main campus are posted about one 

week before the semester begins and 

you can find that information on the 

CampusCruiser course page. 

IN CLASS 

Attendance 

You are required to take attendance 

each class session, in CampusCruiser via 

the MyServices tab. 

Class Representative 

Non-‐cohort classes do not have student 

class representatives. 

Class schedule, devotions, dinner 

You must meet the full class time 

(usually 6:00pm to 10:00pm.) You 

should plan for a 10-‐minute devotional, 

and a 20-‐30 minute dinner break. Eight-‐ 

hour classes would also include two 10-‐ 


minute breaks. You may not change the 

schedule in any way without prior 

approval from Allen Carden. 


Contact the HelpDesk 453-‐3410 for any 

technology questions you may have. 

Help is also available at each center. 

Evaluations 

Plan 15 minutes for the scheduled 

evaluation by students. Online courses 

do not have evaluations at this time. 

AFTER CLASS 

Official Grading 

Enter final grades via the 

CampusCruiser, MyServices tab within 

three weeks. 

Mileage 

If you teach at more than one location 

you may request mileage 

reimbursement from the dean’s 

assistant. 

Summary of Evaluations by Students 

A summary will be emailed to you 

approximately one to two months after 

the end of class, from the dean’s 

assistant. 

MORE INFORMATION 

The DC Faculty Handbook is updated 

each year and may be found on the 

fresno.edu website, under Faculty & 

Staff. You will also want to visit the 

Provost’s webpage, which is linked from 

the Faculty & Staff page.

Adult Transition Program SCHOOL LOCATIONS 

AIMS Hall of Math & Science School of Business 

Alumni Hall 

East Hall (EAH) 

Alumni Plaza 

Art Room 

School of Education 

Bartsch Hall 

Wiebe Education Center (WEC) 

Butler Houses 

School of Natural Sciences 

Butler Church 

AIMS Hall (AIH) 

Center for Peacemaking 

�� 

School of Humanities, 

Commuter House 

Religion and Social 

East Hall 

Sciences 

Facilities Management McDonald Hall (MCD) 

Heaton Houses 

Hiebert Library 

Krause Hall 

Kriegbaum Hall 

Mail Center 

Marpeck Center 

McDonald Hall 

Mission Memorial Court Apts. 

Nachtigall Hall 

North Hall 

disabled accessible 

Pacific Bookshop 

building and restroom 

Sattler Hall 

Steinert Campus Center 

disabled accessible 

Schlichting Hall 

emergency poles 

Special Events Center 

SEC Portable Classroom 

safety phones 

SEC Portable Classroom 

Seminary House 

Strasbourg Hall 

Student Executive 

Townsend Houses 

Warkentin Chapel 

Warkentine Hall 

Wiebe Education Center 

TRACK & FIELD 

ATP 

AIH 

ALH 

ALP 

ART 

BAH 

BTH 

BUC 

TH8-9 

CCC 

TH16 

EAH 

FMB 

HH 

HTL 

KRH 

KBH 

MC 

MAR 

MCD 

MMC 

NAH 

NOH 

BKS 

SAT 

SCC 

SCH 

SEC 

SEC A3 

SEC A4 

SEM 

STR 

SE 

TH 

WPC 

WAH 

WEC 

BTH1 BH2 BTH2 

BTH4 BH4 

G H 

F 

E 

BUTLER PARKING LOT 

J 

K 

MMC 

Mission 

Memorial 

Court 

Apts. 

B A 

Permit parking only 

D 

C 

MBMSI 

TH15 

TH13 

TH12 

Church Parking Only 

NOH 

North Hall 

SEMINARY 

GREEN 

TOWNSEND AVENUE 

SEM 

Seminary 

House 

School of Education 

TH16 

TH7 TH8 TH9 TH10 TH11 

TH4 TH5 TH6 

TH3 

TH1 TH2 

ROSE 

GARDEN 

Center for Peacemaking 

& Conflict Studies 

Commuter 

House 

Warkentin 

Prayer Chapel 

WPC 

HH9 

HH7 

HH11 

HH1 HH2 

HH3 

HH4 HH5 HH6 

HEATON AVENUE 


SEC 

A3 

EAST HALL PARKING LOT 


SEC 

A2 

Permit 

parking 

only 

SE 

MCDONALD HALL 

GREEN 

School of 

Business 

ALUMNI PLAZA (ALP) CAMPUS GREEN 

School of Humanities, 

Religion and Social 

Sciences 

Permit 

parking 

only 

MC 

CCC 

School of 

Natural Sciences 

Permit 

parking 

only 

SOCCER 

PARKING LOT 

No permit required 

TENNIS 

enalyreviled/erif 

Larry Ecklund 

Memorial Garden 

HAMILTON AVENUE 

BASEBALL 

1717 S. Chestnut Ave., Fresno, CA 93702 

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resno.edu

fresno.edu 

Main Campus 

1717 S. Chestnut Avenue 


559-453-2000 


NORTH FRESNO CENTER 

5 River Park Place West, Suite 201 


559-453-3440 

VISALIA CENTER 

245 N. Plaza Dr. 

Visalia, CA 93291 

559-302-4100 

BAKERSFIELD CENTER 

11000 River Run Blvd., Suite 200 

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661-617-4500 

MERCED CENTER 

3379 G. St. 

Merced, CA 95340 

855-800-8079

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