General Information Professional Behavior and Appropriate Attire During the conduct of their professional duties, all Math Department employees represent the Math Department and the University of North Texas. In particular, during times when Math Department employees are teaching, working in the Math Lab, or holding office hours, said employees should teach, dress, and conduct themselves in a professional manner. It is important that every supported student treat all aspects of the assigned responsibilities with attention and professionalism. This includes but is not limited to: Showing up for duties with sufficient preparation Being responsive to assignments and requests initiated by faculty, staff, or students Meeting deadlines and Abiding by all university regulations and department policies. Moreover: Modest and professional dress can have a big effect in establishing appropriate professional distance between you and your students. It is crucial to realize and remember that your students do not need a buddy--they need a professional instructor. TFs and TAs should not meet students off campus for office hours. TFs and TAs who meet students anywhere but in their office or in the classroom immediately after class are opening themselves up to possible accusations, liability issues, and legal issues. TFs and TAs should be careful to not put themselves in positions where they could be accused of inappropriate behavior. TFs and TAs should avoid socializing with students enrolled in any class they are currently teaching. This includes inviting students to their home and accepting invitations to students' homes. TFs and TAs are not permitted to have romantic or sexual relations with their students. If TFs or TAs are offered gifts as an expression of gratitude from a student currently enrolled in their class, they should offer their thanks and reply that departmental policy prohibits them from accepting these items. WARNING: Repeated violations of the above rules could lead to loss of departmental support.
General Information Professional Behavior and Appropriate Attire During the conduct of their professional duties, all Math Department employees represent the Math Department and the University of North Texas. In particular, during times when Math Department employees are teaching, working in the Math Lab, or holding office hours, said employees should teach, dress, and conduct themselves in a professional manner. It is important that every supported student treat all aspects of the assigned responsibilities with attention and professionalism. This includes but is not limited to: Showing up for duties with sufficient preparation Being responsive to assignments and requests initiated by faculty, staff, or students Meeting deadlines and Abiding by all university regulations and department policies. Moreover: Modest and professional dress can have a big effect in establishing appropriate professional distance between you and your students. It is crucial to realize and remember that your students do not need a buddy--they need a professional instructor. TFs and TAs should not meet students off campus for office hours. TFs and TAs who meet students anywhere but in their office or in the classroom immediately after class are opening themselves up to possible accusations, liability issues, and legal issues. TFs and TAs should be careful to not put themselves in positions where they could be accused of inappropriate behavior. TFs and TAs should avoid socializing with students enrolled in any class they are currently teaching. This includes inviting students to their home and accepting invitations to students' homes. TFs and TAs are not permitted to have romantic or sexual relations with their students. If TFs or TAs are offered gifts as an expression of gratitude from a student currently enrolled in their class, they should offer their thanks and reply that departmental policy prohibits them from accepting these items. WARNING: Repeated violations of the above rules could lead to loss of departmental support.
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