University Syllabus

College Mission

Transforming lives through quality learning experiences

College Core Values

• Student Success
• Integrity
• Diversity
• Quality
• Community

Student Success Outcomes:

Student Success Outcomes (SSOs), developed by a cross-functional group of employees, were reviewed and upheld by internal and external constituencies including faculty, staff, administration, students, community, business, and industry.  These outcomes incorporate curricular and co-curricular learning, as well as hard and soft skills to connect the educational experience directly to the University mission.  The following are ASU-Beebe's SSOs:

• Support and Engagement: ASU-Beebe will maintain an environment that assists each student to be financially, mentally, physically and emotionally secure enough to achieve their college objective.
• Goal Completion: ASU-Beebe will work to make sure that each student stays with the College the appropriate amount of time to complete his or her college objective.
• Communication: ASU-Beebe will provide students with the communication skills necessary to succeed professionally.
• Society and Self: ASU-Beebe will provide an environment that equips each student to grow as a person, gaining respect and appreciation for both themselves and the world around them.
• Creative and Analytical Thinking: ASU-Beebe will provide an educational experience that prepares each student to perform well academically, now and in future endeavors.

Notice Concerning the Possibility of Interruption of Instruction Due to a State of Emergency

Arkansas State University - Beebe reserves the right to adjust the mode of instructional delivery and the dates to included in the Academic Calendar due to a local, state, or national emergency, which includes issues related to COVID-19 Pandemic.

Academic Honesty Policy:

Dishonesty in any form--including plagiarism, turning in assignments prepared by others, and cheating on exams -- is not acceptable within the ASU-Beebe system. Please see Instructor syllabus for Academic Honesty policies specific to your course and the Student Handbook for the Student Code of Conduct.

Credit Hour Policy:

ASU-Beebe defines credit hour according to the federal standard. The credit hour value of a traditional course is calculated as follows: A clock hour of instructional time is the equivalent of 50 minutes of class time or 60 minutes of independent-study work; and a minimum of two hours of out-of-class work is expected for every hour (50 minutes) of instructional time.

For every course credit hour, the typical student should expect to spend at least three clock hours per week of concentrated attention on course-related work, including but not limited to, time attending class, as well as out-of-class time spent reading, reviewing, organizing notes, preparing for upcoming quizzes/ exams, problem solving, developing and completing projects, and other activities that enhance learning. Thus, for a three hour course, a typical student should expect to spend at least nine hours per week dedicated to the course.

Official College Communications:

ASU-Beebe student email is the official means of communication with students on all campuses. Important college-related information will be sent to individual ASU-Beebe student email accounts. Students are expected to check their email on a frequent and consistent basis in order to stay current with university communications. Types of communication include, but are not limited to: financial aid information, bills, payment deadlines and inclement weather closings. The ASU-Beebe student email system can be accessed at Student Email account information.  Your email address will be your firstname.lastname@asub.edu.  The default password will be in the following format:

• First Initial (UPPER-CASE), Last Initial (lower-case), your 8-digit birthdate (MMDDYYYY), exclamation point (!).
• Example: John Doe with a birthday of 07/04/1985 will have an email address "john.doe@asub.edu" and will have the following password: Jd07041985!

If you already created a new password, and forgot that password, you can call the ITS Helpdesk at 501-882-8999 to have your password reset.  You can also submit a ticket through the ITS Helpdesk Self-Service Portal or send an email to: helpdesk@asub.edu.

Title IX and Sexual Discrimination:

Title IX states that "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving federal financial assistance."

Arkansas State University-Beebe is committed to providing an educational and work environment for its students, faculty and staff, that is free from sexual discrimination including: sexual harassment, sexual assault and sexual violence. No form of sexual discrimination will be tolerated. All forms of sexual discrimination will be investigated with prompt steps taken to end the misconduct, prevent its recurrence, and address the effects.

The health, safety and well-being of the public and the College community are the primary concern of ASU-Beebe. If you or someone you know may be a victim of any form of sexual discrimination, you are strongly encouraged to seek immediate assistance by contacting the Title IX Coordinator at titleix@asub.edu. For additional information, please refer to https://www.asub.edu/title-IX.

Accommodation Statement:

It is the policy of ASU-Beebe to accommodate students with disabilities, pursuant to federal law and state law. Any student with a disability, who would like to request accommodations, should contact Tisha Marzewski, Counselor/Coordinator of Disability Services at tlmarzewski@asub.edu or 501.882.8863.

Academic/Technical Support:

Canvas Technical support:

• Canvas 24/7 Support Hotline for students – 833-741-0031
• Canvas 24/7 Support Hotline for Faculty - 833-741-0032
• ASUB Online Support Desk - 501-882-4409
• The Vanguard Technical Support Center (VTSC) hours of operation are: Fall & Spring semesters: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  Saturday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.  Summer Semester: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.  The VTSC is closed whenever ASU-Beebe campuses are closed. 

Academic Support:

Arts & Humanities: Dean, Teddy Davis, Ed.S. - 501-882-8873 or tldavis@asub.edu

Career Education: Dean, Cheryl Wiedmaier, Ph.D. - 501-207-6206 or CDWiedmaier@asub.edu  

Math and Science: Dean, Judy Kirk - 501-882-8899 or jhkirk@asub.edu

Vice Chancellor of Academics: Jason S. Goodner, Ed.D. - 501-882-4475 or jsgoodner@asub.edu.

Additional Services Available to Students:

The Advising and Learning Centers

The Advising and Learning Centers provides academic support to all ASU-Beebe students.  Tutoring and other services are free and no appointments are necessary.  Students in every department - from developmental through advanced courses - are encouraged to utilize these services.  Drop in for tutoring or to utilize the open computer lab.  check the Web site for tutor schedules, links to test practice (Next Gen ACCUPLACER, Praxis, etc) and other useful information.  Students who are unable to come to campus may access online tutoring through Canvas.

Beebe Campus:

Student Center, Room 200, 501.882.8867, learningcenter@asub.edu

• Fall/Spring Hours: Monday - Thursday - 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Summer/Breaks: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Heber Springs Campus:

Student Services and Administrative Building (SSA), 2^nd floor - 501.362.1121

• Fall/Spring Hours: Monday - Thursday -  8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
• Summer/Breaks: Monday – Thursday - 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Searcy Campus:

Main Building, Room 306 - 501-207-6231

• Fall/Spring Hours: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
• Summer/Breaks: Monday - Friday - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Abington Library

Abington Library houses and provides access to materials in support of the ASU-Beebe curriculum. It includes over 75,000 print books, 65,000 eBooks (including downloadable titles for eReaders), 4000 audio/visual items, and active print subscriptions to approximately 120 periodicals. In addition, we provide access to over 30,000 eJournal titles through approximately 50 online databases from our library website.

On-campus access is provided at ASU-Beebe, ASU-Beebe Searcy Campus, ASU-Beebe Heber Springs Campus, and the Little Rock Air Force Base University Center. Off-campus access is also available by using the ASU Beebe ID number and six-digit birthdate. Please contact the Library at 501.882.8959 or email at circ@asub.edu if you are unable to access the online databases.

Library services include building tours, on-site and off-campus research assistance, interlibrary loan, subject specific class instruction, and participation in ARKLink reciprocal borrowing agreement. Information is also available by calling 501.882.8976 or emailing circ@asub.edu. Computers, printers, and wireless access are available. Group Study Rooms are also available on a first come, first serve basis.

Students and faculty at the ASU-Beebe Heber Springs campus may request library materials from the Beebe campus library through the ASU-Beebe Heber Springs campus Learning Center. Searcy students and faculty may request materials from the Beebe campus library by filling out a request form. The materials are usually delivered to other campuses through the ASU-Beebe courier service. Students at Little Rock Air Force Base may use the on-base library. A student’s military identification card or Base Education Center student identification card is used for library access.

Student Support Services

Student Support Services provides academic support to qualified students. One-on-one tutoring services are free with or without an appointment. Subjects tutored include: math through College Algebra, English and other subjects as available. SSS also offers various workshops, cultural activities and transfer trips. Please go to the campus locations listed below to pick up an application. Additional useful information about the program can be found on the ASU-Beebe website by going to the A-Z menu and clicking on Student Support Services. The application for services may be accessed through this link as well.

ASU-Beebe Campus

State Hall, Room 125B or Room 136
Phone: 501.882.8964 or 501.882.4456
Email: cbkuchel@asub.edu

ASU-Beebe Heber Springs Campus

Academic Center, Suite 230
Phone: 501.362.1232
Email: jharter@hebersprings.asub.edu

Hours: Mon. – Fri., Fall/Spring/Summer I and II - 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Revision Date: June 2019 (originated Fall 2013)  

Emergency Preparedness Procedures & Tornado Shelter Areas

EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS FOR STUDENTS:

Please read and become familiar with the following information. It may enhance your safety in the case of an emergency.

1. ASU-Beebe has an Emergency Alert System that is designed to send voice, text, and e-mail messages that notify users of the following emergency situations:
   1. Tornado Warnings
   2. Building Evacuation
   3. Campus Evacuation
   4. Lockdown (Lockdown covers the type of situation where there is a threat of violence, such as an active shooter).
2. You are automatically enrolled in the Emergency Alert database upon enrollment. ASU-Beebe strongly recommends your participation in order to increase your personal safety.
3. If you wish to opt out of the program, you may do so by accessing your demographic data in Campus Connect and removing your phone number from the database. Please be advised that you will still receive official messages via e-mail. Further, removal of your contact information may hamper your receipt of important messages in a timely manner.
4. During a tornado warning,
   1. Calmly go to the nearest tornado shelter area.
   2. You will be notified by Alert Xpress or Campus Police when an "all clear" has been declared.
5. During a building evacuation,
   1. Calmly go to outside open areas away from buildings and vehicles.
   2. You will be notified by Alert Xpress or Campus Police when you may return to the building.
6. During a campus evacuation,
   1. Calmly leave the campus.
   2. You will be notified by Alert Xpress or Campus Police when you may return to campus.
7. During a lockdown situation,
   1. If in a classroom or other securable area:
      • Stay in the room.
      • Immediately lock the door.
      • Stay away from doors and windows.
   2. If in the hallway or other public area:
8. Try to get to a secure area or an area that can be locked.
   3. If near the shooter:
      • Leave the area as quickly as possible.
      • Avoid running in a straight line. (A zig-zag pattern is usually preferable).

 TORNADO SHELTER AREAS