CS 5350 Applied Geometric Representation and Computation

"Math is fun...when you understand the application" -- Your Instructor

Academic Integrity and Non-Discrimination

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Students and instructors are to follow the University policies on these important issues.

• Northeastern Non-Discrimination Policy - This classroom is a safe space for the instructor and students to talk about ideas, share viewpoints, and learn.
• Northeastern Academic Integrity Policy - You only cheat yourself if you are not honest. Most often cheating occurs when an individual falls behind or perhaps has other circumstances occurring in their life. Please consult the instructor before ever considering cheating.
• If you are caught cheating I have to report the violation. My official policy is you receive a 0 in the course. Always remember, if you use any external sources, you must cite them.
• Student Code of Conduct: Students and instructors will follow the following guide for how we conduct ourselves. This is to create a respectful environment where everyone can learn.

Late Assignment and Make-Up Policy

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This semester we have a very simple "make-up" policy. You turn the assignment in by the official deadline for a potential of up to 100%. If you submit the assignment up to 1-week late (7 days), you can get up to 90%. If you submit the assignment any time after 1 week, it is a 0.

Important Note: Course projects (or final examinations) however must be completed on time. Final course projects lose 10% per day that they are late. The reason for this, is because there is no time flexibility at the end of the semeter in which I must otherwise submit final grades (especially for graduating students).

Students participating in varsity athletics(this does not include club sports or intramurals) or other University sanctioned events (e.g. attending a conference like Grace Hopper, Tapia, Game Developers Conference, or otherwise presenting a research paper) may have the need for a make-up or flexibility in a deadline. You must contact me in advance of such events and provide materials documenting your participation (e.g. name in a conference program, registration, etc.), so that appropriate accommodations can be made if they are indeed an excused absence.

Note: Students who contact me after the event participation has taken place, are not elgible for extensions. The reason(s) for this is: 1.) It is not fair to expect me to accomadate your situation after it has happened. 2.) You need to learn communication skills (e.g. If you do not show up for work, you cannot ask your boss to forgive the absence after you come in the next day without telling them). 3.) Some students work multiple jobs, are caretakers, and have other sometimes invisible circumstances, and it is not fair to them for you to get an extension "after the fact".

Note: Previously I had used a "5 token" system which allowed you up to 5-days of extensions. Instead a more equitable option, and to avoid issues of students guessing when to use tokens (or students e-mailing asking for more tokens, while others did not feel comfortable), I am giving everyone a 7-day window to submit assignments with up to 90% credit on every assignment. Please keep in mind, I am still giving assignments with the expectation and duration that the assignments can be completed by the first deadline otherwise.

Accessibility

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Part of what makes university unique, is our diverse cohort of students, faculty, and staff. In order to support this, the university is committed to providing equal access and support to all qualified students through the provision of reasonable accommodations so that each student may fully participate in the University experience.

• If you have a disability that requires accommodations, please contact the Student Accessibility Services office at DRC@northeastern.edu or (617) 373-2675 to make an appointment with the Disability Resource Center representatives in 20 Dodge Hall to determine appropriate accommodations.
• We Care is another university resource for helping tackle challenges you may be facing. Asking for help is okay!

Lateness and Attendance Policy

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Students who do well in this course tend to show up to the course consistently, participate (virtually or in-person), start coursework the day it is assigned (pro tip: read the assignment at the least, the day it is released!), and engage with their peers. Come to class, come on time, and build good habits! In-Class activities that are not completed during the specified duration are a zero.

Wellness Policy

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While university can be difficult at times, please do take care of yourself. It is okay to seek help and take a break. Please communicate with your instructor, advisor, and officials at the university if you just need a mental break.

Northeastern University provides resources for student healthcare and general wellness:

I personally remember how difficult university can be juggling myself multiple jobs, multiple clubs, and trying to learn. Do take your wellness seriously!

• Please visit Northeastern Health and Counseling Services for your needs.
• Another resource at Northeastern is We Care which provides resources for students at Northeastern.