Common Syllabus Information

This page represents links and information that is explicitly included in all syllabi.

Counseling Services

Wellness 360 Counseling Services provides confidential, professional services by staff psychologists, social workers, counselors and psychiatrists to help meet the personal and developmental needs of currently enrolled students. Services include individual brief therapy for personal and educational concerns, couples/relationship counseling, and group therapy on topics such as college adaptation, relationship concerns, sexual orientation, depression and anxiety. The Wellness 360 counselors also screen for possible learning disabilities and mental health support. Visit the UTSA Wellbeing Services website or call (210) 458-4140 (option 2).

Academic Integrity and the Student Code of Conduct

UTSA is committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity and excellence. This commitment is embodied through UTSA’s Academic Honor Code and the Roadrunner Creed to foster the highest standards of academic and personal integrity by practicing and expecting fair and ethical conduct on the part of all students and faculty. Students at UTSA are responsible for ensuring their work is consistent with UTSA’s standards for academic integrity. Students should review Section 203 of the UTSA Student Code of Conduct for appropriate standards of academic integrity.

Students with Disabilities

Many UTSA faculty design their courses using the principles of Universal Design for Learning, providing an environment that is conducive to achievement and learning for all students. If you are a student with a disability that requires accommodations, The University of Texas at San Antonio in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act provides “reasonable accommodations” to students with disabilities. Only those students who have officially registered with Student Disability Services and requested accommodations for this course will be eligible for disability accommodations. Instructors at UTSA must be provided an official notification of accommodation through Student Disability Services. Information regarding diagnostic criteria and policies for obtaining disability-based academic accommodations can be found at www.utsa.edu/disability or by calling Student Disability Services at (210) 458-4157. Accommodations are not retroactive.

Libraries and Museums

Visit the UTSA Libraries and Museums site for access to journals, research tutorials, and tech gear you can borrow and to find your department’s librarian.

Roadrunner Success Playbook

Enroll in the Roadrunner Success Playbook, an open enrollment, self-paced, online hub in Canvas tailored to ensure you have the resources you need to excel at UTSA.

Netiquette

Follow Digital Learning Netiquette standards for your online communication activities.

Transitory/Minor Medical Issues

In situations where a student experiences a transitory/minor medical condition (e.g. broken limb, acute illness, minor surgery) that impacts their ability to attend classes, access classes or perform tasks within the classroom over a limited period of time, the student should refer to the class attendance policy in their syllabus.

Copyright and Fair Use

It is important to understand the issue of intellectual property rights. You may not use the images or thoughts of others for profit or gain without their written permission. The UTSA library has a Copyright Laws and Public Performance Rights (PPR) page.

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

FERPA grants students the right to control certain disclosures of their educational records. For a full explanation of your rights and to grant access to FERPA educational records, go to Student Catalog Annual FERPA Letter and One Stop Enrollment – FERPA Proxy Access. Without your consent or authorization of proxy access, UTSA may release Directory Information, such as but not limited to your name, email, phone, place of birth, and photograph, unless you have opted out of the release of Directory Information. To opt out, go to Restrict Directory Information Form.

Mandatory Reporting of Sexual Misconduct and Reporting of Health and Safety Information

If a student discloses an incident of sexual misconduct to any UTSA employee (other than to a designated confidential employee such as mental health counselor or PEACE advocate, a UTSA police officer using a pseudonym form or at a public awareness event), that information is not confidential, and the UTSA employee must report all known information to the UTSA Office of Equal Opportunity Services. Employees may also report any concerns about the health and safety of students or others to other school officials and/or law enforcement. For a complete list of exceptions to FERPA, please see Student Catalog Annual FERPA Letter and HOP 5.01.

Supplemental Instruction

Supplemental Instruction offers student-led study groups using collaborative learning for historically difficult classes. Supported courses and schedules can be found on the Student Success website. You can call the SI office if you have questions or for more information at (210) 458-7251.

Tutoring Services

Tutoring Services offers peer-to-peer academic support to students enrolled in a variety of courses. Both drop-in tutoring and one-on-one appointments are available. For more information, visit the Student Success website or call (210) 458-6783 on the Main Campus and (210) 458-2838 on the Downtown Campus.

Student Success Coaching

The Student Success Coaching program offers one-on-one study skills assistance through academic coaching. Students meet by appointment with a professional to develop more effective study strategies and techniques that can be used across courses. Group workshops are also offered each semester to help students defeat common academic challenges. Find out more information on the Student Success website or call (210) 458-4694.

The Writing Center

The Judith G. Gardner Center for Writing Excellence is a campus resource that helps the entire UTSA Community with various writing projects, questions, and challenges. Experienced tutors provide assistance to current undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty/staff members with each step of the writing process. For more information, visit The Writing Center site.

College Student Success Centers

In partnership with the division of Student Success, each college has its own student success center dedicated to providing customized resources, programs, and services to prepare students for careers in their chosen discipline. To find your college student success center, visit the Student Success site for College Student Success Centers.

Whataburger Resource Room

The Roadrunner Pantry provides nutritious food as a basic necessity to students struggling with food access and insecurity. To learn more, visit the Roadrunner Pantry site.

Sexual Harassment and Sexual Misconduct

UTSA is committed to providing an environment free from all forms of discrimination and sexual harassment, including sexual misconduct, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. If a student has experienced or experiences any of these incidents, know that UTSA has resources to help.

UTSA faculty have the responsibility to create a learning environment that is safe and free from hostility. State and federal law as well as UTSA’s Handbook of Operating Procedures (HOP 9.24) require that instructors must report incidents of sexual harassment and sexual misconduct they learn about to the Title IX Coordinator or a Deputy Title IX Coordinator. This means that if a student tells their instructor about a situation (including classroom discussions, written work and/or one-on-one meetings) involving sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, or stalking, the instructor must report it to the EOS/Title IX Office. Although the faculty member must report the situation, the student will still have options about how their case will be handled, including whether or not they wish to pursue a formal complaint. The university’s goal is to make sure students are aware of the range of options available to them and have access to the resources they need.

If a student wishes to speak to someone confidentially, they can contact any of the following on-campus resources, who are not required to report the incident to the EOS/Title IX Office: (1) Wellness 360 Counseling Services at 210-458-4140; (2) Wellness 360 Healthcare at 210-458-4142; or (3) PEACE Center at 210-458-4077.

Campus Safety & Emergency Preparedness

UTSA is committed to providing a safe campus environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. As members of the community, we encourage you to take the following actions to be better prepared in case of an emergency:

• Alerts: Ensure you are signed up for UTSA Alerts through your myUTSA Account.
• Emergency Procedures: Read through the emergency response guide on the UTSA Alerts website
• Safety App: Download the LiveSafe App on your phone through the Apple store or Google Play; visit the UTSA Alerts website for details.
• Important Numbers: UTSA Police - Emergency: (210) 458-4911; Non-Emergency: (210) 458-4242

Each one of us play a critical role in making sure ALL ROADRUNNERS are safe, know what to do, and how to stay informed during a campus crisis. Don’t be scared, be prepared! #UTSAprepared

Campus Recreation

Enrolled students are members of Campus Recreation and are eligible to use all of the services provided as well as participate in programming. Aquatics, Club Sports, Downtown Programs, Fitness and Wellness, Intramural Sports, and Outdoor Pursuits are all part of Campus Recreation.

The Roadrunner Creed

The University of Texas at San Antonio is a community of scholars, where integrity, excellence, inclusiveness, respect, collaboration, and innovation are fostered.

As a Roadrunner, I will:

• Uphold the highest standards of academic and personal integrity by practicing and expecting fair and ethical conduct;
• Respect and accept individual differences, recognizing the inherent dignity of each person;
• Contribute to campus life and the larger community through my active engagement; and
• Support the fearless exploration of dreams and ideas in the advancement of ingenuity, creativity, and discovery.

Guided by these principles now and forever, I am a Roadrunner!