Everyone needs a little help sometimes. My goal with this class is to be as helpful, accessible, and accommodating as possible while achieving the educational goals of the class. In order to achieve this, communication is the most significant skill you can have. Please do email me and let me know when you are struggling with the course and how we can work together to confront the challenges you are facing. Take care of yourselves, and discuss with me what you need to be successful and I will do my best to work with you to make that happen.You also can and should reach out to the many resources CSUN has in place to help you.

The California State University does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and various state laws prohibit such discrimination. If you need extra assistance with aspects of this course, please contact the Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES)Links to an external site. or the National Center on Deafness (NCOD)Links to an external site.. Please let me know if you need further information or assistance from me in order to facilitate your participation in this class.

If you need a laptop, tablet, or other device loan for remote learning, or you need internet access, please consult CSUN’s Device Loaner Program:

https://www.csun.edu/it/device-loaner-programLinks to an external site.

If you need other support, including food or housing resources, please consult the following link, which has information about services available to you as a student related to housing and food insecurity and mental health support:

https://www.csun.edu/heartLinks to an external site.

I find this website with wellness resources particularly helpful: https://www.csun.edu/shc/8-dimensions-wellness-covid-19-resourcesLinks to an external site.

Need software? Check out CSUN’s Free DownloadsLinks to an external site..

Key Academic and Technical Resources:

CSUN University LibraryLinks to an external site. for browsing of books, articles, media and additional academic resources.
The Learning Resource CenterLinks to an external site. offers tutoring, a writing center, & more.
Disabilities Resource Educational Services (DRES)Links to an external site. for assistance with accommodations.
CSUN Information Technology (IT)Links to an external site. for technology support with Canvas and software related issues. Their office is open for calls/chat M-F from 8am-5pm PST.
CSUN's Accessibility PolicyLinks to an external site. for more information on CSUN’s goal to ensure that campus communication and information technology is accessible to everyone.

Additional CSUN Resources:

CSUN with A HEARTLinks to an external site. for valuable information that will connect you to various resources regarding the basic needs of students in the CSUN campus community.
Food Pantry at CSUNLinks to an external site. providing food and toiletries for CSUN students in need.
University Counseling CenterLinks to an external site. offering free short term counseling services to students, including individual counseling, crisis intervention, group and workshops, and more.
Pride CenterLinks to an external site. supporting LGBTQIA+ students through programming and outreach.
Office of Equity and DiversityLinks to an external site. supporting CSUN’s commitment to maintaining an environment where no member of the campus community is subjected to any form of prohibited discrimination in any University program or activity.
Help linesLinks to an external site. (after hours when the University Counseling is closed) for numerous topics/needs including suicide, drug help, rape or sexual assault, other crisis or urgent concerns and more.
Emergency MataCare grantsLinks to an external site., one-time grants to prevent evictions, urgent childcare issues, etc.

Campus Facilities:

Oasis Wellness CenterLinks to an external site. for a welcoming destination where students can find serenity and relaxation, including meditation, massages, and workshops focused on managing stress.
Klotz Student Health CenterLinks to an external site. offering medical services, including Telehealth appointments.
Student Recreation Center (SRC)Links to an external site. for exercise and leisure activity that promotes wellness.
Career CenterLinks to an external site. for career, internship and job resources, resume writing, interview help & more.
USULinks to an external site. for a variety of services including lactation space, veterans’ resources, and more.
Associated StudentsLinks to an external site. providing programs designed to enhance the campus environment.
Financial Aid & ScholarshipsLinks to an external site. offers aid for applications.