Help

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Getting help in the course

I expect everyone will have questions at some point in the semester, so I encourage you to use the following resources for help:

Ask questions during class

If you have a question during class, feel free to ask it! There are likely other students with the same question, so by asking you will create a learning opportunity for everyone.

Student hours

I am here to help you be successful in the course. You are encouraged to attend student hours during the times posted in the Syllabus to ask questions about the course content and assignments. Even if you don’t know what your specific questions or points of confusion are, we can figure that out together. A lot of questions are most effectively answered in-person, so student hours are a valuable resource. Please use them!

You can find the student hours schedule on the sylllabus page.

Piazza

Outside of class and student hours, any questions about course content or assignments should be posted on Piazza (link on Blackboard). Rather than emailing questions to Dr. Fitz, you should post your questions in Piazza. There is an option to do so anonymously if you prefer. Chances are, someone else has the same question, and others may be able to help you find the answer.

You are encouraged to answer each others’ questions on Piazza, and to “like” questions and comments when you have the same question or arrived at the same solution. Asking questions and helping each other learn are GOOD things in this course.

Email

If you have questions about personal matters that are not appropriate for the public forum on Piazza (e.g. illness, accommodations, etc.), you may email Dr. Fitz at kaitlyn.fitzgerald@villanova.edu.

Resources for the course

Villanova Resources for Student Wellness

  • Villanova Resources and Services: Provides comprehensive services to identify and support students in managing all aspects of well being. If you or a peer are in need of support, visit the website for resources and assistance. Go to https://www1.villanova.edu/university/health-services/well-being/services.html

  • University Counseling Center: Offers FREE mental health services to Villanova students. Seek support at https://www1.villanova.edu/university/health-services/counseling-center.html

  • Nova Nook: Food & Personal Necessities Support: seeks to provide a safe and discreet space to distribute basic toiletries and food items to students in our community who may struggle to manage these costs on their own. See website for hours and location details.

  • Academic & Support Resources: see website for info on comprehensive academic support on campus

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