Student Code of Conduct NOVA is a learning community with sp…

Student Code of Conduct NOVA is a learning community with specific expectations concerning the conduct of its students. The College’s approach to student learning and student conduct is to provide a safe and supportive learning environment that promotes teaching, learning and student success. When a student’s conduct adversely affects the College’s pursuit of its educational objectives, actions will be taken to remedy the situation. NOVA’s approach will be to resolve the problem and to help students learn to make better decisions. It is the College’s goal that when students experience the conduct process, they will leave that process as better educated students, better all-around members of the College community, and better global citizens. In accord with this general philosophy, efforts will be made to resolve discipline issues informally where possible. By enrolling at NOVA, a student accepts its policies and procedures and acknowledges the right of NOVA to take action, up to and including suspension or expulsion in response to misconduct. It is a student’s responsibility to become familiar with the student code of conduct. Lack of awareness is no excuse for noncompliance with NOVA’s policies and procedures. Directions Read the Student Code of Conduct above. To confirm that you have read and agree to abide by the Student Code of Conduct, type your name in the textbox below (the name you are enrolled under).  

Answer two of the following questions.  You will write two e…

Answer two of the following questions.  You will write two essays total.  Write the question, then skip a few lines and start writing your essay.  Each essay should be no less than 250 words, and no more than 450 words.   VERSION C A Very Old Man with Enormous WingsIn what ways does the story reflect how modern society treats marginalized or misunderstood individuals? Hills Like White ElephantsWho holds power in the conversation — Jig or the American — and how is that power revealed through language? Where Are You Going, Where Have You Been?What commentary does the story make about adolescence, identity, and vulnerability? And of Clay Are We CreatedWhat does the camera symbolize? Consider observation vs. action, distance vs. intimacy, and power vs. helplessness. ESSAY EXAM RUBRIC You will write TWO essaysEach essay = 50 points 1. Thesis & Focus (10 points) Clear, specific argument Directly answers the prompt 9–10 → Strong, clear argument6–8 → Present but vague0–5 → Mostly summary 2. Textual References (10 points) Specific details from the story Supports your argument 9–10 → Strong and specific6–8 → Somewhat general0–5 → Very limited 3. Depth of Thinking (10 points)  Goes beyond obvious ideas Shows real analysis 9–10 → Insightful and analytical6–8 → Solid but not deep0–5 → Surface-level 4. Organization (10 points) Clear intro Strong topic sentences Logical flow Clear conclusion 9–10 → Well organized6–8 → Mostly clear0–5 → Disorganized 5. Academic Tone & Grammar (10 points) Formal tone Clear sentences Minimal errors 9–10 → Strong and polished6–8 → Some errors0–5 → Frequent issues