University Curriculum Committee
Proposal for New Course
1. Is this course being proposed for Liberal Studies designation?
If yes, route completed form to Liberal Studies.
Yes
No
2. New course effective beginning what term and year? (ex. Spring 2009,
Summer 2009) See effective dates schedule.
3. College
HHS
5. Course subject/catalog number
4. Academic Unit /Department
DH 302
Fall 2012
Dental Hygiene
6. Units/Credit Hours
3
Head & Neck, Oral & Dental Anatomy
7. Long course title
(max 100 characters including spaces)
8. Short course title (max. 30 characters including spaces)
Head & Neck– Oral Anatomy
9. Catalog course description (max. 30 words, excluding requisites).
Study of gross structures and tissues of the human head/neck, including functional anatomy,
anatomy of teeth and oral structures. 2 hrs. lecture; 3 hr lab. Letter grade only. Course fee
required. Prerequisite: Dental Hygiene Milestone
10. Grading option:
Letter grade
Pass/Fail
or
Both
(If both, the course may only be offered one way for each respective section.)
11. Co-convened with
11a. Date approved by UGC
n/a
(Must be approved by UGC prior to bringing to UCC. Both course syllabi must be presented)
n/a
12. Cross-listed with
(Please submit a single cross-listed syllabus that will be used for all cross-listed courses.)
13. May course be repeated for additional units?
yes
no
a. If yes, maximum units allowed?
b. If yes, may course be repeated for additional units in the same term?
(ex. PES 100)
yes
no
14. Prerequisites (must be completed before proposed course)
Dental Hygiene Milestone
15. Corequisites (must be completed with proposed course)
n/a
16. Is the course needed for a new or existing plan of study
(major, minor, certificate)?
Name of plan?
Yes
No
Only our Dental Hygiene BSDH
Note: If course is required, a new plan or plan change form must be submitted with this request.
No
17. Is a potential equivalent course offered at a community college (lower division only)
Yes
If yes, does it require listing in the Course Equivalency Guide?
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No
Yes
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Please list, if known, the institution and subject/catalog number of the course
18. Names of current faculty qualified to teach this course:
Fred Summerfelt
19. Justification for new course, including unique features if applicable. (Attach proposed
syllabus in the approved university format).
This course now combines what used to be two distinct courses (Head and Neck Anatomy and
Dental Anatomy) together. This is more efficient use of resources (faculty, lab time etc).
For Official AIO Use Only:
Component Type
Consent
Topics Course
20. Approvals
Person(s) to
contact for
questions about
details of this
proposal:
(Please Print)
Signed: Department Chair (if appropriate)
Print Last Name
Date
Signed: Chair of College Curriculum Committee
Print Last Name
Date
Signed: Dean of College
Print Last Name
Date
Marge Reveal
12/20/10
Tricia Moore
McDonald
Marilyn McDonald
Signed: Curriculum Process Associate
Print Last Name
Date
For Committee’s use only
For University Curriculum Committee
Action taken:
Date
_____Approved as submitted
_____Approved as modified
Please attach Syllabus here.
Attached on following pages.
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COLLEGE OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
DEPARTMENT OF DENTAL HYGIENE
DENTAL SCIENCE: DH 302 HEAD, NECK, ORAL AND DENTAL ANATOMY
COURSE DESCRIPTION:
Study of gross structures and tissues of the human head/neck, including functional anatomy,
anatomy of teeth and oral structures. 2 hrs. lecture; 3 hr lab. Letter grade only. Course fee
required. Prerequisite: Dental Hygiene Milestone
FALL YEAR 1 OF THE DH PROGRAM
3 CREDIT HOURS
5 CLOCK HOURS
COURSE PREREQUISITES –DENTAL HYGIENE MILESTONE
INSTRUCTOR : FRED SUMMERFELT
OFFICE ADDRESS AND HOURS
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
LEARNING ACTIVITIES
CII.1.a. Demonstrate
knowledge from: Anatomy
CII.1.a. Reading, lecture, Q&A
CII.1.b. Demonstrate
knowledge from:
Physiology
C.II.2. Integrate and apply
basic and dental science
knowledge during
assessment, diagnosis,
planning, provision and
evaluation of dental
hygiene care.
PI.2.a. Apply knowledge of
basic and dental sciences:
Head and neck anatomy
PI.2.b. Apply knowledge of
basic and dental sciences:
Oral anatomy
PI.2.c. Apply knowledge of
basic and dental sciences:
Tooth morphology
CII.1.b. Reading, lecture,
Q&A, diagrams,
animations
C.II.2. Reading, lecture w/
clinical application
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ASSESSMENT METHODS
CII.1.a. (C) Testing at the
competency level; label
diagram
CII.1.b. M/C & essay test
C.II.2. M/C & essay test
PI.2.a. Reading, lecture, Q&A,
drawing, labeling, models
PI.2.a. M/C test, diagrams
PI.2.b. Reading, lecture, Q&A,
drawing, labeling
PI.2.c. Reading, lecture, Q&A,
drawing, carving
PI.2.b. M/C test, diagrams
PI.2.c. M/C test, diagrams,
carving
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TEXTBOOK AND REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Bath-Balogh, M. & Fehrenbach, M. (2006). Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy. USA:
Elsevier.
Bath-Balogh, M. & Fehrenbach, M. (2006). Dental Embryology, Histology, and Anatomy
Workbook. USA: Elsevier.
Fehrenbach, M. & Herring, S. (2007). Illustrated Anatomy of the Head and Neck. 3d Ed.
Philadelphia: W. B. Saunders.
Fehrenbach, M. (2008). Dental Anatomy Coloring Book. St. Louis: W. B. Saunders.
Required Materials
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Typodont
Paper
Pens
Pencils
Colored Pencils
Mouth Mirror
Hand Mirror
Gauze
Cotton Tip Applicators
Model Teeth for Waxing
RECOMMENDED OPTIONAL MATERIALS/REFERENCES (ATTACH READING LIST)
GRADING SYSTEM (INCLUDE WEIGHT OF EACH)
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Fourteen Lab Reports: 70 points
Twelve Quizzes: 300 points
Midterm Examination: 20 points
Midterm Practicum: 30 points
Comprehensive Final Examination: 70 points
Final Comprehensive Practicum: 30 points
Laboratory Notebook, Waxed and Carved Teeth: 80 points
Total Possible Points: 600
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A = 92 - 100% 553 - 600 points
B = 83 - 91% 498 - 552 points
C = 75 - 82% 450 - 497 points
F = < 74% < 450 points
Must have a C or better in both lecture and lab
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COURSE OUTLINE WITH TOPICS AND ASSIGNMENT DUE DATES
DATE
WEEK 1
WEEK 2
WEEK 3
TOPICS
Introduction to Head and Neck Anatomy
 Syllabus & assignment expectations
 Pre-knowledge quiz with historical NBDHE
anatomy questions
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 state in his/her own words how the knowledge of
head and neck anatomy relates to the clinical
science of dental hygiene.
 recall anatomical nomenclature.
 differentiate between normal and abnormal
anatomical variation.
 recall and identify the regions of the face and
neck.
Surface Anatomy
Oral Cavity
Pharynx
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the various structures of head
ad neck surface anatomy.
 recall and identify the divisions of the oral cavity
and pharynx.
Bones of the Head and Neck
Tooth Identification Systems
Overview of Dentitions
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the cranial and facial bones.
 differentiate between normal and abnormal
variation of cranial and facial bones.
 recall the chronological order of eruption of
primary and permanent dentitions.
 differentiate between the three tooth
identification systems.
 apply the three tooth identification systems.
 differentiate between primary and permanent
teeth.
 recall the dentition periods.
 utilize dental anatomy terminology.
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ASSIGNMENTS AND DUE DATES
Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 1
Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach: Chapter 1
 Written questions on the reading
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Lab Report
Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 2
Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach: Chapter 2
 Written questions on the reading
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Paint the anatomical regions on lab
partner's face
 Identify oral cavity landmarks on
partners
 Identify pharynx structures on models
 Lab Report
Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 3 to page 67
"Mandible"
Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach: Chapter 15
Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach: Pages 84 & 85
"Chronological Order of Eruption of Primary
and Permanent Dentitions"
 Blank diagrams and classroom
discussion
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Identify bones and structures on
models and lab partner
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Key terms of the skull and mandible
 Lab Report
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WEEK 4
Bones of the Head and Neck
Permanent Anterior Teeth "Incisors"
Tooth Drawing Guidelines
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the various anatomical aspects
of the mandible.
 differentiate between normal and abnormal
variation of the mandible.
 recall and identify the permanent incisors.
WEEK 5
Muscles of the Head and Neck
Permanent Anterior Teeth "Canines"
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the muscles of the head.
 recall and identify the permanent canines.
WEEK 6
Muscles of the Head and Neck
Permanent Posterior Teeth "Premolars"
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the muscles of the neck.
 recall and identify the permanent premolars.
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Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 3 pages 67 – 80
Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach: Chapter 16
"Incisors"
 Blank diagrams and classroom
discussion
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Identify bones and structures on
models and lab partner
 Identify extracted incisors
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Key terms of the skull and mandible
 Tooth drawing grid
 Draw permanent incisors
 Lab Report
Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 4 to page 112
"Hyoid Muscles"
Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach: Chapter 16
"Canines"
 Blank diagrams and classroom
discussion
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Identify muscles on models and lab
partner
 Identify extracted canines
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Draw permanent canines
 Lab Reports
Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 4 pages 112 to
122
Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach: Chapter 17
"Premolars"
 Blank diagrams and classroom
discussion
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Identify muscles on models and lab
partner
 Identify extracted premolars
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Draw permanent premolars
 Lab Report
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WEEK 7
WEEK 8
WEEK 9
WEEK 10
Midterm Examination and Temporomandibular Joint
 Midterm: 20 written questions and 30 practicum
stations
 Visual presentation including movies of normal
and pathological temporomandibular joints
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the bony structures of the
temporomandibular joint.
 identify the joint capsule and disc of the joint.
 recall and identify the muscles of mastication.
 state in his/her own words the movements and
muscular relationships of the temporomandibular
joint.
 state in his/her own words the various aspects of
temporomandibular disorder.
Vascular System
Permanent Posterior Teeth "Molars"
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the arteries and veins of the
head and neck.
 describe in his/her own words the arterial blood
supply to the head and neck.
 describe in his/her own words the venous
drainage of the head and neck.
 recall the names of vascular lesions.
 recall and identify the permanent molars.
Glandular System
Primary Dentition
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the lacrimal, salivary, thyroid,
parathyorid, and thymus glands.
 state in his/her own words the functions of the
glands of the head and neck.
 recall and identify the primary dentition.
Nervous System
Occlusion
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the nerves of the head and
neck.
 recall and identify the nerves to the oral cavity
and associated structures.
 differentiate between normal occlusion and
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Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 5
Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach: Chapter 19
 Blank diagrams
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Discussion on temporomandibular
disorders
 Demonstration of how to reduce a
dislocated temporomandibular joint
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Lab Report
Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 6
Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach: Chapter 17
"Molars"
 Blank diagrams and classroom
discussion
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Identify veins and arteries on models
 Identify extracted molars
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Draw permanent molars
 Lab Report
Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 7
Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach: Chapter 18
 Blank diagrams and classroom
discussion
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Identify various glands on models
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Lab Report
Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 8
Bath-Balogh & Fehrenbach: Chapter 20
 Blank diagrams and classroom
discussion
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Identify various nerves on models
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Draw the trigeminal nerve
 Lab Report
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WEEK 11
WEEK 12
WEEK 13
WEEK 14
WEEK 15
FINAL
EXAM
malocclusion.
 differentiate between malocclusion types.
 state in his/her own words centric occlusion.
Anatomy of Local Anesthesia
Introduction to Tooth Waxing and Carving
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the anatomical landmarks
necessary to administer local anesthesia.
 recall the various anatomical aspects the
trigeminal nerve.
Lymphatic System
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the lymphatic nodes of the
head and neck.
 state in his/her own words drainage of the
lymphatic system of the head and neck.
 identify the tonsils.
 state in his/her own words the cause and clinical
presentation of lymphadenopathy.
 describe signs and symptoms of oral cancer.
Fascia and Spaces
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 recall and identify the fascia and fascial spaces of
the head and neck.
Spread of Dental Infection
 In-class quiz over the previous week's material
 Visual presentation and classroom discussion
At the conclusion of this unit, the student will be able
to:
 state in his/her own words the infectious process.
 recall and infection resistance factors.
 describe in his/her own words the process of the
spread of dental infections.
 identify the appearance of dental infections.
Open Lab
Comprehensive Final Exam, Lab Practicum, Tooth
Identification Practicum
 70 written questions, 30 practicum stations
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Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 9
 Blank diagrams and classroom
discussion
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Identify specific nerves on models
 Identify local anesthesia landmarks on
lab partners
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Wax and carve teeth
 Lab Report
Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 10
 Blank diagrams and classroom
discussion
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Identify lymph vessels on models
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Wax and carve teeth
 Lab Report
Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 11
 Blank diagrams and classroom
discussion
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Hand out 220 possible written
questions for comprehensive final
 Wax and carve teeth
 Lab Report
Fehrenbach & Herring: Chapter 12
 Blank diagrams and classroom
discussion
 Chapter questions on the reading
 Crossword and word search puzzles
 Coloring book assignments
 Wax and carve teeth
 Lab Report
Reading Week
 Notebooks due
 Waxed and carved teeth due
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COURSE POLICIES:
ACADEMIC DISHONESTY is a form of misconduct that is subject to disciplinary action and includes the
following: cheating, fabrication, fraud, facilitating academic dishonesty and plagiarism.
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Plagiarism: any attempt to knowingly or deliberately pass off other's work as your own.
Cheating: any attempt to gain an unfair advantage over one's fellow students.
Fabrication: any attempt to present information that is not true when the author knows the information
presented is false.
Fraud: any attempt to deceive an instructor or administrative officer of the university.
Facilitating Academic Dishonesty: any attempt to assist an act of academic dishonesty by another
individual.
ATTENDANCE is expected at all scheduled lectures. Attendance is considered one measure of professional
conduct and demonstrates the behavior expected of an NAU dental hygiene student.
Class Requirements
 Students must attend and participate in all class and laboratory sessions.
 If the student is unable to attend, s/he must contact the instructor before the class
or laboratory session or as early as possible.
 Appropriate documentation must be provided to the instructor for consideration for
an excused absence.
 Late arrival or an early exit from the class /lab/clinic may result in a point/grade
deduction for each infraction from the total course points.
 Any missed assignments/requirements that are excused must be made up by the
next class for no reduction in grade. After that there will be a 5% reduction in grade
per day.
 Unexcused absences will affect the course grade as follows:
1. First missed class will result in a 5% reduction in the course grade.
2. Second missed class will result in a 10% reduction in course grade.
3. Third missed class will result in a course failure.
 Missed assignments from an unexcused absence must still be completed but will
result in a 50% grade reduction.
 No make up tests or retests will be provided for unexcused absences.
Illness
“While class attendance is required per the above stated policy, please be cautious about
attending class if you are feeling ill. Please inform your instructor by phone or e-mail if
you are feeling unwell: if you are experiencing flu-like symptoms, you should not attend
class; please take precautions not to infect others and seek medical attention if your
symptoms worsen” (Liz Grobsmith, Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs).
Statement on Plagiarism and Cheating
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The University takes an extremely serious view of violations of academic integrity.
As members of the academic community, NAU's administration, faculty, staff, and
students are dedicated to promoting an atmosphere of honesty and are committed to
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maintaining the academic integrity essential to the education process. Inherent in this
commitment is the belief that academic dishonesty in all forms violates the basic
principles of integrity and impedes learning. Students are therefore responsible for
conducting themselves in an academically honest manner. Individual students and
faculty members are responsible for identifying instances of academic dishonesty.
Faculty members then recommend penalties to the department chair or college dean
in keeping with the severity of the violation.
Personal Safety
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Be mindful of your personal safety and use common sense precautions no matter
where you are. Be aware of your surroundings and take advantage of the safety escort
service provided by the NAU Police Department (NAUPD) by calling 523-3611. The
campus has "blue phones" or emergency phones with a direct push-button line to the
police dispatchers. The NAU Police Department Web site nau.edu/police contains a
number of tip sheets on issues from residence hall room safety to identity theft tips.
Please take a look at this valuable information.
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Computer Safety
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Be aware that no one at this university will ever contact you via e-mail and ask you
any personal information. Be aware of the inherent risks in Internet use and carefully
guard your personal information.
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University Policies
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Safe Working And Learning Environment Policy
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NAU’s Safe Working and Learning Environment Policy seeks to prohibit
discrimination and promote the safety of all individuals within the university. The
goal of this policy is to prevent the occurrence of discrimination on the basis of sex,
race, color, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran
status and to prevent sexual harassment, sexual assault or retaliation by anyone at this
university. You may obtain a copy of this policy from the college dean’s office or
from the NAU’s Affirmative Action Web site http://home.nau.edu/diversity. If you
have concerns about this policy, it is important that you contact the departmental
chair, dean’s office, the Office of Student Life (928-523-5181), or NAU’s Office of
Affirmative Action (928-523-3312).
Students with Disabilities
If you have a documented disability, you can arrange for accommodations by contacting
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Disability Resources (DR) at 523-8773 (voice) or 523-6906 (TTY), dr@nau.edu (e-mail)
or 928-523-8747 (fax).Students needing academic accommodations are required to
register with DR and provide required disability related documentation. Although you
may request an accommodation at any time, in order for DR to best meet your individual
needs, you are urged to register and submit necessary documentation www.nau.edu/dr 8
weeks prior to the time you wish to receive accommodations. DR is strongly committed
to the needs of student with disabilities and the promotion of Universal Design. Concerns
or questions related to the accessibility of programs and facilities at NAU may be brought
to the attention of DR or the Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (5233312).
Institutional Review Board
Any study involving observation of or interaction with human subjects that originates at
NAU—including a course project, report, or research paper—must be reviewed and
approved by the Institutional Review Board (IRB) for the protection of human subjects in
research and research-related activities. The IRB meets monthly. Proposals must be
submitted for review at least fifteen working days before the monthly meeting. You
should consult with your course instructor early in the course to ascertain if your project
needs to be reviewed by the IRB and/or to secure information or appropriate forms and
procedures for the IRB review. Your instructor and department chair or college dean
must sign the application for approval by the IRB. The IRB categorizes projects into
three levels depending on the nature of the project: exempt from further review,
expedited review, or full board review. If the IRB certifies that a project is exempt from
further review, you need not resubmit the project for continuing IRB review as long as
there are no modifications in the exempted procedures. A copy of the IRB Policy and
Procedures Manual is available in each department’s administrative office and each
college dean’s office or on their Web site: http://www.research.nau.edu/vpr/IRB/
index.htm. If you have questions, contact the IRB Coordinator in the Office of the Vice
President for Research at 928-523-8288 or 523-4340.
Academic Integrity
The university takes an extremely serious view of violations of academic integrity. As
members of the academic community, NAU’s administration, faculty, staff and students
are dedicated to promoting an atmosphere of honesty and are committed to maintaining
the academic integrity essential to the education process. Inherent in this commitment is
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the belief that academic dishonesty in all forms violates the basic principles of integrity
and impedes learning. Students are therefore responsible for conducting themselves in an
academically honest manner.
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