Academic Responsibility
As a community, Juniata is dedicated to providing an academically challenging and personally enriching liberal arts education. It is the responsibility of students to expand and fulfill their educational careers to the best of their abilities. The Student Government of Juniata College approved the following principles of academic responsibility, and believes that students are more likely to meet success when certain academic and personal attitudes are adopted.
The academically responsible Juniata College student takes a holistic approach to education; has a genuine sense of purpose; exhibits integrity, curiosity, assertiveness, and humility in the learning process; and understands the fundamental nature of learning is change. Furthermore, an academically responsible student:
- Recognizes learning as a life-long process.
- Assumes responsibility for identifying and achieving academic goals as well as monitoring academic process.
- Attends class regularly, is well prepared, and participates actively in class activities including discussions, debates, and group assignments.
- Establishes and maintains a mutually beneficial and supportive relationship with faculty, administrators, and peers.
- Prioritizes responsibilities, effectively manages time, and wisely incorporates outside interests.
- Maintains a healthy balance of social life and academic responsibilities, choosing social opportunities and personal relationships that advance educational goals.
- Is well informed about local, national, and world issues.
- Leads a balanced lifestyle recognizing that proper rest, nourishment, and recreation play a key role in academic success.
FORMULATED BY THE STUDENTS OF JUNIATA COLLEGE AND APPROVED BY STUDENT GOVERNMENT - APRIL 15, 1999