What are the key messages or themes you believe incoming students should hear directly from faculty at the start of the program? - Regarding classroom conduct and professionalism, are there common behaviors or misunderstandings we should address early? by

sethcarnahan — 2025-06-11 17:16:42 UTC

There are no dumb questions - if you have a concern or doubt, it is almost always shared by many of your peers.

sethcarnahan — 2025-06-11 17:17:53 UTC

Disagreement with colleagues and the professor is encouraged and helps all of us learn. But make sure to do so respectfully.

sethcarnahan — 2025-06-11 17:18:54 UTC

Arriving late to class is disruptive and imposes costs on your classmates and the instructor. Minimize it as much as possible.

2025-06-12 03:52:49 UTC

You are expected to actively participate in case discussions. In addition to missing on lecture content and the ability to ask questions, by missing class you also miss on class participation and contributions to the discussion.

2025-06-12 04:09:46 UTC

Arriving late is disruptive and disrespectful to the instructor and your classmates' time. Plan on arriving a few minutes before the start of class. In the professional world "early is on time, on time is late, and late is unacceptable". If we want to help you succeed in your future careers, we should instill the expected professional behaviors and hold you to the highest standards.

2025-06-13 14:45:39 UTC

While you're in school, attending class is your job. Treat it like employment.
You are in class to improve the quality of discourse. Quality engagement is essential and you can't engage if you're not prepared. Don't show up unprepared.
Your classmates are your colleagues. Treat them with the same respect you'd expect from them.