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1 | Page FAM343 Special Topics : Treating Substance Abuse, Mental Health And Understanding and Intervening in Interpersonal Violence Issues Course: FAM343 Special Topics Instructor: David J. H. Garvin MSW, LMSW Course: Location: Krieger 106 Phone: 734.732.2457 Email: [email protected] Office Hours: By appointment or after class Meeting Time/Day: Mondays 6:30 p.m. 9:00 p.m. Credit Hours: 3 Course Website Contains all assignment information http://fam343.weebly.com The instructor reserves the right to amend or change the assignments, point system, or other course requirements as long as students are notified in class and/or in writing of any substantial changes. Course Description : An overview of substance abuse, mental illness and Interpersonal Violence as they relate to the provision of social services. Course Expectations : Teaching Philosophy This class is an open classroom and is created to be a comfortable, safe, yet challenging environment for everyone. Sessions will be comprised of experiential learning opportunities and discussions combined with small and large group activities and class discussions. Feel free to speak your mind, be reflective, creative and learn to sharpen your critical thinking skills. Attendance and participation is a significant part of your grade! PLEASE NOTE: This syllabus is subject to change based on the needs of the students or faculty. FAM343- Special Topics : Treating Substance Abuse, Mental Health and Interpersonal Violence Issues will meet for a total of three hours each week for one semester; will require two hours out of class preparation for each hour in class; Course Prerequisites : FAM343 will be a requirement of the social service concentration for students in the Family Life Program. FAM343 may also serve as a general elective Required Resources : Will be provided in class, by email, and/or via internet. Other Learning Resources : To be announced Teaching Strategies : Lecture, guest speakers, class discussion All assignments must be typed; *hand written assignments will not be accepted* .

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FAM343 Special Topics:

Treating Substance Abuse, Mental Health And Understanding and Intervening in Interpersonal Violence Issues

Course: FAM343 Special Topics Instructor: David J. H. Garvin MSW, LMSW

Course: Location: Krieger 106 Phone: 734.732.2457

Email: [email protected] Office Hours: By appointment or after class

Meeting Time/Day: Mondays 6:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Credit Hours: 3

Course Website Contains all assignment information http://fam343.weebly.com

The instructor reserves the right to amend or change the assignments, point system, or other

course requirements as long as students are notified in class and/or in writing of any substantial changes.

Course Description: An overview of substance abuse, mental illness and Interpersonal Violence as they relate to the provision of social services. Course Expectations: Teaching Philosophy

This class is an open classroom and is created to be a comfortable, safe, yet challenging environment for everyone. Sessions will be comprised of experiential learning opportunities and discussions combined with small and large group activities and class discussions. Feel free to speak your mind, be reflective, creative and learn to sharpen your critical thinking skills. Attendance and participation is a significant part of your grade! PLEASE NOTE: This syllabus is subject to change based on the needs of the students or faculty. FAM343- Special Topics: Treating Substance Abuse, Mental Health and Interpersonal Violence Issues

will meet for a total of three hours each week for one semester;

will require two hours out of class preparation for each hour in class; Course Prerequisites:

FAM343 will be a requirement of the social service concentration for students in the Family Life Program.

FAM343 may also serve as a general elective Required Resources: Will be provided in class, by email, and/or via internet. Other Learning Resources: To be announced Teaching Strategies: Lecture, guest speakers, class discussion

All assignments must be typed; *hand written assignments will not be accepted*.

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FAM343: Assignments & Grading

Contents

Group Observation: Alternatives to Domestic Aggression (20 pts) .................................................... 6

Attend and Observe an Alcoholics Anonymous *OPEN* Meeting (20 pts) ....................................... 7

Weekly Reflection Paper (10 papers are due in total @ 10 points each = 100 points) ................... 8

Fictitious Client Intake Application (10 points) ....................................................................................... 8

Fictitious Client Assessment (10 points) ................................................................................................. 8

Drugs & Alcohol Primmer Student Presentation (10 points) ............................................................... 8

Website Review (7 papers are due in total @ 5 points each = 35 points) ........................................ 9

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Course Evaluation and Grading: Grades will be posted on Angel

“Eighty percent of success is showing up” ~Woody Allen

The grades of the course will be based on the following grade elements totaling 225 points:

COURSE ACTIVITIES POTENTIAL POINTS

Weekly Reflection Papers (10 total) 10 points each 100 Points

ADA Group Observation Assignment 20 Points

OPEN AA Meeting Observation Assignment 20 Points

Fictitious Client Intake Application 10 Points

Fictitious Client Intake Assessment 10 Points

Attendance and Participation 20 Points

Website Review 35 Points

Drugs & Alcohol Primmer Student Presentation 10 Points

Total Potential Points 225 pts

The grading elements will produce the following matrix for calculating the final grade in the class. A 213 + pts A- 202 + pts B+ 191 + pts B 180 + pts

B- 169 + pts C+ 158 + pts C 147 + pts

Assignment Due Date and Deadline Policy Class begins at 6:30pm. Assignments must be submitted in class by 6:36 p.m. on the class day they are due. After 6:36 p.m. they are considered late. The late penalty is -5 points for each calendar day late. From 6:36 p.m. until 6:30 pm. of the following day five points will be lost. Each successive day another five points will accumulate as a penalty until the assignment is submitted. Late assignments may be emailed to me at: [email protected] Attendance and Deportment Policy (20 points towards grade) This class requires full and active participation of all members to be successful. It is expected that all class members will share their thinking and experiences in the class to keep the work focused on real issues and learning. Participation requires full attention. Students observed texting or surfing using laptops and cell phones will lose participation points at the rate of 1 point per infraction. In order to avoid the potential for your electronic devices to ring, buzz, etc., unless otherwise directed by the instructor, it is suggested that you turn these devices off during this class. All students are expected to actively participate.

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Given the nature of the course students must be on time and present at every class to maximize their learning. Both will be considered in calculating student grades. Due to the experiential nature of this course attendance is crucial. It is also expected that you will read the weekly assignments and come prepared to thoughtfully engage in class discussion. Active participation will enhance the class by making it possible for us to explore, as a community of learners, various topics while promoting the exchange of ideas and understandings of the course reading materials. Only students registered for this class may attend the class. Arriving 15 minutes or later after class starts or leaving before class ends will be counted as an absence. Grade reductions will occur when a student has missed more than one class. Point reductions for this aspect of the grade are as follows:

Two absences: 10 point reduction

Three absences: 20 point reduction

Four absences: 30 point reduction

Five absences: 40 point reduction, etc. The student is excused only when she or he has given notice prior to her or his absence for a legitimate reason, or when medical documentation is presented. All assignments are expected to be turned in regardless of your attendance. CUW Policies:

*CUW Disability Policy: In accordance with the Americans and Disabilities Act (ADA) and Section 504 of the Vocational Rehabilitation Act of 1973, individuals with disabilities are protected from discrimination and assured services and accommodations that provide equal access to the activities and programs of the university. Students with a documented disability who require accommodation in order to obtain equal access to this course should inform the instructor, and must also contact Disability Support Services at (262) 243-4299 or https://www.cuw.edu/Departments/lrc/dss.html *CUW Academic Integrity Policy: CUW expects all students to display honest, ethical behavior at all times and under all circumstances. Academic dishonesty is defined as follows: Cheating: includes, but is not limited to:

a) The use of unauthorized assistance in taking any type of test or completing any type of classroom assignment; b) Assisting another student in cheating on a test or class assignment, including impersonation of another student.

Plagiarism: includes, but is not limited to:

a) Failure to give full and clear acknowledgement of the source of any idea that is not your own; b) Handing in the same assignment for two different courses without the consent of the instructors.

Fabrication: the forgery, alteration, or misuse of any University academic document, record, or instrument of identification. Academic Misconduct: intentionally or recklessly interfering with teaching, research, and/or other academic functions.

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For more information on academic integrity, please see the Academic Policies section of the Student Handbook, which can be accessed at the following link: https://www.cuw.edu/Departments/residencelife/assets/studentconductcode.pdf

Relationship to the Curriculum: As certified family life educators graduates will be expected to be able to assess the need for, implement and assess the outcome of parent education programs. This course will familiarize students with typical content and the ability to choose and deliver appropriate pre-packaged parent education programs suited to a particular population served. Connection to CUW Mission:

Demonstrate habits of the mind, body, and spirit that are rooted in an understanding of the liberal arts (Liberal Arts) as service provision requires interdisciplinary knowledge, skills and attitudes;

Demonstrate the ability to analyze and apply their discipline’s theoretical, methodological, ethical, and practical foundations (Disciplinary Thinking) in providing services to families with substance abuse, mental health or Inter Personal Violence issues; and

Demonstrate a readiness to embrace their opportunities and obligations as citizens in a complex world (Global Citizenship).

CUAA/CUW Mission: Concordia University Ann Arbor/Wisconsin is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world. Family Life Program Mission: The Concordia University Ann Arbor Family Life Program exists to professionally prepare students through academic and practical training as Certified Family Life Educators for service to the church, hospital and community to build healthy Christ-like relationships throughout the life span so that the students and those they serve will be equipped to thrive in marriage and the family and to overcome adversity. Graduates will practice integrity and excellence as they develop and implement family programming and personal interventions which support homes and offer opportunities to be tools to pass on faith in Jesus Christ to the next generation. Course Objectives: The student will: 1. Demonstrate an understanding of the definition of substance abuse, mental illness and Inter Personal Violence; 2. Describe the criteria used by the DSMIV to support a diagnosis of substance abuse, mental illness and understand that Interpersonal violence is NOT a mental disorder; 3. Identify counseling and community resources available to treat substance abuse, mental illness and Interpersonal Violence; and explain current treatment/intervention approaches to substance abuse, mental illness and Inter Personal Violence. Confidentiality: Any oral and written material or discussion pertaining to clients is to be strictly confidential. The identity of clients is to be concealed in whatever format they are taken or written about. Further, discussion about agency clients should never happen without there being some professional purpose, and never in hallways, etc. Violation of confidentiality will be grounds for failure in the course.

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Group Observation: Alternatives to Domestic Aggression

(20 pts)

Due Date: 11-11-2013 At some point during the semester, students are expected to observe a group session at the Alternatives to Domestic Aggression (ADA) program of Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County. In order to schedule your observation, you must review and follow the directions at this link: http://csswashtenaw.org/ada/observerinformation/ contact Lisa Larance via email ([email protected]) to arrange an observation time (DO NOT Call). You must do the following when you send the email:

1. Please note the date, time and group name you are requesting to observe.

2. Suggest three options in your email as the date and time may already be scheduled for other observers.

3. Observations should be done in groups of 2-3; include the names of the additional two individuals who comprise the three students in your group in the email.

For information on ADA observation opportunities visit: http://csswashtenaw.org/ada/observerinformation/

For information on the program, visit them on the web at: http://www.csswashtenaw.org/ada

The address for Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County is: 4925 Packard, Ann Arbor, MI 48108-1521.

The office is located on the NW Corner of the intersection of Packard and Golfside. Parking is directly in front of the building. Upon entering the building, inform the front desk staff that you are there to observe an ADA group meeting. Students must arrange this in advance only communicating via email with the above contact person. Students will be expected to arrive no later than 15 minutes prior to the scheduled group time. Students arriving after this time will not be able to observe. Students are required to sign an observer confidentiality form and cannot bring any food or drink into the building.

For a complete listing of the observation time and days, visit this link: http://csswashtenaw.org/ada/2012_ADA_Group_Schedule_ALL_GROUPS.pdf

NOTE: Do not request to observe the NoMas group unless you are fluent in Spanish; do not request to observe the programming in the Washtenaw County Jail, unless you currently have clearance to be in that facility. If you are interested in visiting the RENEW Program, you will need to contact Lisa Larance ([email protected]) as there are additional observer requirements and limitations. For additional information on RENEW visit: http://csswashtenaw.org/renew

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Students are expected to submit a 2-3 page summary of their observation in which they will describe the following:

The group culture

The group norms

The group dynamics

The group members roles

The group leader roles and responses

The group facilitator roles and responses

Demonstrate an understanding the differences between The group leader and the group facilitator

The time/date/location of the meeting You are advised to schedule a time to observe as early in the semester as possible, if you are unable to schedule this observation due to postponing on your part you may not be able to secure an observation slot and thus not able to complete the assignment.

Attend and Observe an Alcoholics Anonymous *OPEN* Meeting (20 pts)

Due Date: November 4, 2013 (Copied from website) We are always happy that students and court ordered clients are interested in learning about Alcoholic Anonymous (A.A.). If you DO NOT have a desire to stop drinking, OPEN meetings of A.A. are available to you and the public. Many of these meetings consist of volunteer(s) sharing their story of their lives on their path to recovery. Those who wish to attend solely to observe, learn about the program, or document attendance at a meeting, should attend OPEN (public) meetings. Attending an OPEN meeting is a great way to learn about recovery. There are several OPEN A.A. Meetings in this area but NO OPEN Al-Anon meetings at this time. For more information about Local Al-Anon. You can also find information about A.A. at World Services. If a proof of attendance form is necessary , for any reason, please note there is no set of procedures that apply to all meetings. Of course, Students and those with legal problems who feel they may belong in A.A. or Al-Anon because they want to recover from a personal problem involving alcoholism are always welcome to attend any meeting as a member. The only requirement to be a member and attend CLOSED A.A. meetings is a desire to stop drinking. It is important however that students, court ordered clients and other observers understand that CLOSED A.A. and Al-Anon meetings are intended for people directly affected by alcoholism. Everything shared at a meeting or member-to-member must be kept entirely confidential. Note: OPEN meetings are designated: 'O' under Meeting Type and CLOSED meetings are designated 'C' under Meeting Type in the search box below. Also see that other types of meetings are available; please review the Key to Meeting Type box (below right). For more information about Local Al-Anon: www.afgdistrict5.org You can also find information at the AA World Services web site: www.AA.org Students and others who feel they may belong in AA or Al-Anon because they want to recover from a personal problem involving alcoholism are always welcome to attend any meeting as a member. The only requirement to be a member and attend CLOSED AA meetings is a desire to stop drinking.

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There are a number of OPEN meetings in Washtenaw County: http://hvai.org/aa_meetingsearch.html Please note: The largest open meeting in Washtenaw County is not listed; Saturday Night at St. Joes Hospital in the education center auditorium at 7:30pm. This meeting is a particularly good introduction to AA. Students are expected to submit a 2-3 page summary of their observation in which they will describe the following:

The group culture

The group norms

The group dynamics The group members roles The group leader roles and responses

The time/date/location of the meeting

Weekly Reflection Paper (10 papers are due in total @ 10 points each = 100 points)

Due Date: Every Week starting September 9, 2013 Grade Points: 10 points each with a total possible point value of 100 points Explanation: Students are expected to submit a 2 page (minimum) of a Weekly Reflection of what they have learned from the lectures, materials and speakers in this class. A form will be made available for this assignment.

Fictitious Client Intake Application (10 points)

Due Date: September 23, 2013 Grade Points: 10 points Explanation: Students are expected to complete a Fictitious Client Intake Application using a form which will be made available for this assignment.

Fictitious Client Assessment (10 points)

Due Date: September 30, 2013 Grade Points: 10 points Explanation: Students are expected to complete a Fictitious Client Assessment using a form which will be made available for this assignment.

Drugs & Alcohol Primmer Student Presentation (10 points)

Due Date: October 7, 2013 Grade Points: 10 points Explanation: Students are expected to give a class presentation on and overview of 2 types of drugs/alcohol using PowerPoint. This assignment is to be sent as an attachment to the instructor by 12:00pm on 10-7-2013. The presentation should include the following elements at a minimum:

1. Overview of the use of the substance 2. Effects of the substance 3. Risks of use of the substance 4. Long term effects 5. Concerns for risk to families

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Website Review (7 papers are due in total @ 5 points each = 35 points)

Due Date: Several dates see class schedule for assigned dates Grade Points: 5 points each with a total possible point value of 35 points (7 assignments) Explanation: Students are expected to complete a Website Review using a form which will be made available for this assignment.

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FALL 2013 CLASS SCHEDULE

Course Website contains all assignment information http://fam343.weebly.com

Date Content

Monday, August 26, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #1

Content area: Course Overview: Introduction

Reading Assigned: http://www.psyweb.com/DSM_IV/jsp/dsm_iv.jsp

Assignment Given: Fictitious Client Intake Application, Weekly Reflection Paper, Assignment Due: NA

Monday, September 2, 2013

Labor Day Holiday

Monday, September 9, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #2

Content area: Mental Health: DSM IV

Reading Assigned: http://allpsych.com/disorders/dsm.html Assignment Given: Assignment Due:

1. Fictitious Client Intake Application

Monday, September 16, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #3

Content area: Mental Health: DSM IV continued Reading Assigned: How To Read the DSM IV Assignment Given: Website Review for Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County, Behavioral Health Services Program: http://csswashtenaw.org/counseling/behavioral-health-services/ Fictitious Client Intake Application Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper,

Monday, September 23, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #4

Content area: Mental Health: Navigating the System, Intake & Assessment Reading Assigned: Speaker: Caroline Nelson Assignment Given: Fictitious Client Assessment Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper, 2. Fictitious Client Intake Application, 3. Website Review for Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County,

Behavioral Health Services Program

Monday, September 30, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #5

Content area: Mental Health: Schizophrenia and the RA1SE Project Reading Assigned: Speaker: Lorin Burgess, LMSW Assignment Given: Drugs and Alcohol Primmer Assignment Given: Website Review for Dawn Farm: http://www.dawnfarm.org/ Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper, 2. Fictitious Client Assessment

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Monday, October 7, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #6

Content area: Substance Abuse: Dawn Farm Reading Assigned: NIAAA Pocket Guide, What is Normal Drinking, Bill White Addiction & Disease Concept Speaker: Jason Schwartz, LMSW Content area: Substance Abuse

1. Overview of Drugs and Alcohol: Student Presentations 2. 12 Step Programs

Reading Assigned:

Substance Use Trends

Marijuana Abuse

Cocaine Abuse & Addiction

Heroin Abuse & Addiction

Inhalant Abuse

Methamphetamine Abuse & Addiction

Prescription Drugs Abuse & Addiction

Fact Sheet Links between Violence and Mental Health (see link below)

Fact Sheet Between Violence and Chronic Illness (see link below) Assignment Given: Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper, Drugs 2. Website Review for Dawn Farm 3. Alcohol Primmer (note: This assignment is to be sent as an attachment

to the instructor by 12:00pm on 10-7-2013)

Monday, October 14, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #7

Content area: Domestic Violence Reading Assigned: NIAAA Pocket Guide, What is Normal Drinking, Bill White Addiction & Disease Concept Speaker: Field Trip to Marygrove College: Panel Presentation “Men Can Stop Interpersonal Violence! (travel arrangements will be provided) Assignment Given: Website Review University of Michigan Collegiate Recovery Program: http://www.uhs.umich.edu/recovery Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper

Monday, October 21, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #8

Content area: Substance Abuse: University of Michigan Collegiate Recovery Program Reading Assigned: Speaker: Matt Statman, LMSW Assignment Given: Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper, 2. Website Review University of Michigan Collegiate Recovery Program

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Monday, October 28, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #9

Content area: Substance Abuse: Student Presentations on Drugs and Alcohol Primmer Reading Assigned: Fact Sheet between Domestic Violence and Mental Health, Bennett Substance Abuse and Men Who Batter, Dawn Farm Guidelines for working with Batterers Assignment Given: Website Review for: Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County, ADA Program: http://csswashtenaw.org/ada/ Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper

Monday, November 4, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #10

Do not report to class: Students are to visit a 12 Step Program and complete written assignment Reading Assigned: Assignment Given: Attend and Observe an Alcoholics Anonymous *OPEN* Meeting, Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper,

Monday, November 11, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #11

Content area: Interpersonal Violence: Conceptual Clarity regarding Men Who Batter Reading Assigned:

1. Conceptual Clarity: The difference between moral and strategic behavior in understanding the perpetrator of domestic violence, by David Garvin

2. Operationalizing Accountability: The Domains and Bases of Accountability By: Jeffrie K. Cape ACSW, LMSW & David J. H. Garvin MSW, LMSW

3. Ellen Pence: Power & Control Wheel: Video Review 4. Assailant Interviews: Video Review

Assignment Given: Website Review for: Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County, RENEW Program: http://csswashtenaw.org/renew/ Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper, 2. Attend and Observe an Alcoholics Anonymous *OPEN* Meeting, 3. Group Observation: Alternatives to Domestic Aggression, 4. Website Review for: Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County, ADA

Program

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Monday, November 18, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #12

Content area: Interpersonal Violence: Women Who Use Force Speaker: Lisa Larance, LMSW Reading Assigned:

1. Serving Women Who Use Force in Their Intimate Heterosexual Relationships: An Extended View, by: Lisa Young Larance

2. Commentary on Wilson, Woods, Emerson, and Donenberg: The Necessity for Practitioner Vigilance in Assessing the Full-Context of an Individual’s Life Experiences, by: Lisa Young Larance

3. When She Hits Him: Why the Institutional Response Deserves Reconsideration, by: Lisa Young Larance

4. Ellen Pence: Opening Plenary, When She Hits Him Assignment Given: Website Review for: The 15

th District Court Probation Department and the Washtenaw

County Prosecutors Domestic Violence Unit:

http://www.a2gov.org/services/OtherServices/15D/Pages/ProbationDepartment.aspx http://www.ewashtenaw.org/government/prosecuting_attorney/pa_prodv.html Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper, 2. Website Review for: Catholic Social Services of Washtenaw County, RENEW

Program

Monday, November 25, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #13

Content area: Interpersonal Violence: Probation Speaker: David Oblak, MSW Reading Assigned: Assignment Given: Website Review for: SafeHouse Center:

http://www.safehousecenter.org/

Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper, 2. Website Review for: The 15

th District Court Probation Department and the

Washtenaw County Prosecutors Domestic Violence Unit.

Monday, December 2, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #14

Content area: Interpersonal Violence: SafeHouse Center Speaker: Barbara Neiss, MSW Reading Assigned: Assignment Given: Assignment Due:

1. Weekly Reflection Paper, 2. Website Review for: SafeHouse Center.

Monday, December 9, 2013 6:30 pm – 9:00 pm Class #15

Content area: Final Exam: Reflection paper Reading Assigned: Assignment Given: Assignment Due:

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July 28

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

29 30 31 August 1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26

August 26, Monday

First Day of Classes (A full

day of classes)

27 28 29 30 31

August 13

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September 1

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

2

September 2, Monday

Labor Day - No Classes

Academic Office Closed

3 4 5 6

September 6, Friday

Last Day to Add a Regular

Semester Class

7

8 9 10 11 12 13 14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 October 1 2 3 4 5

September 13

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September 29

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

30 October 1 2 3 4 5

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

13 14 15 16 17

October 17 & 18, Thursday &

Friday

Fall Break -

No Traditional Undergraduate

Classes

18

October 17 & 18, Thursday &

Friday

Fall Break -

No Traditional Undergraduate

Classes

19

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

27 28 29 30 31 November 1 2

October 13

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October 27

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

28 29 30 31 November 1

November 1, Friday

Last Day to Drop a Regular

Semester Class

2

3 4

Fam343: Attend

an Open Meeting

of a 12 Step

Program

5 6 7 8 9

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

24 25 26 27

November 27, Wednesday

Thanksgiving Vacation

Begins

(no traditional undergraduate

classes meet that start after

4:00 p.m.)

28

November 28, Thursday

Thanksgiving Day

Academic Office Closed - No

Classes

29

November 29, Friday

Academic Office Closed - No

Classes

30

November 13

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December 1

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

2

December 2, Monday

Classes Resume (A full day

of classes)

3 4 5 6 7

8 9

December 9-13, Monday-

Friday

Final Examinations

Christmas Recess Begins

After Last Exam

10

December 9-13, Monday-

Friday

Final Examinations

Christmas Recess Begins

After Last Exam

11

December 9-13, Monday-

Friday

Final Examinations

Christmas Recess Begins

After Last Exam

12

December 9-13, Monday-

Friday

Final Examinations

Christmas Recess Begins

After Last Exam

13

December 9-13, Monday-

Friday

Final Examinations

Christmas Recess Begins

After Last Exam

14

15 16 17 18 19 20 21

22 23 24 25 26 27 28

29 30 31 January 1 2 3 4

December 13