Syllabus
UNE Summer Session
OBI 395: Outdoor Bus.& Innov. Internshp – 12 Weeks
Credits - 3-6
Description
The internship affords students a significant part- or full-time experience with an organization where course theory can be applied to best practices. The internship is developed in consultation with the student, the student’s academic advisor and the Internship Coordinator; and, may occur during the student’s third and/or fourth year. It is the student’s responsibility to arrange the internship placement with the Internship Coordinator’s assistance. A learning contract is prepared by the student for approval by the site supervisor, both of whom share responsibility for the internship. Prerequisite: See Course Prerequisites in the University Catalog. Please Note: This is a required course in the Outdoor Business & Innovation Major. Majors must earn a minimum of a “C” (2.0 GPA) for the course to meet graduation requirements. Credit Load vs. Contact Hours: 1 credit = 40 hours, i.e.; 3 credits = 120 hours, 6 credits = 240 hours, 9 credits = 360 hours, 12 credits = 480 hours
Materials
Learning Objectives and Outcomes
Learning outcomes
- To apply the knowledge, information, techniques, and theories from major program courses into experiential learning of the working world
- To gain work/professional skills in an “on-the-job” setting while continuing to learn and integrate classroom knowledge with the “real world” application.
- To communicate the experience through appropriate and timely prepared written and verbal expression to other interns, on-site supervisors, and faculty supervisors
- To demonstrate time-management and self-motivated independent learning skills
Assignments
• Initial class meetings – at the beginning of each semester, mandatory meeting with the internship instructor
• Mid-semester meeting – meeting during the semester to monitor/evaluate progress of field experience goals and objective accomplishment.
• End-of-semester meetings – meetings at the end of the semester to coordinate the completion of internship experience including; final evaluation, final site evaluation, final report and portfolio.
• Attendance is mandatory – Absence from course meetings is reflected in a lower semester grade.
•The course evaluation is based on both the On-Site Supervisor’s and the Internship Coordinator’s assessments of the internship student’s performance. Two on-site supervisor evaluations must be uploaded into your portfolio, one at mid-term and one at the completion of the internship. Review these documents so that you are aware of the areas by which you will be reviewed and evaluated.
• The internship coordinator’s final evaluation relies heavily on quality of written documentation, complying with deadlines for reports, adhering to biweekly meeting appointments, professional attitude, presentation of a final internship report in writing and a completed internship portfolio.
Grade Scale
| Grade | Points Grade | Point Average (GPA) |
| A | 93 – 100% | 4.00 |
| A- | 90 – 92.9% | 3.75 |
| B+ | 87 – 89.9% | 3.50 |
| B | 83 – 86.9% | 3.00 |
| B- | 80 – 82.9% | 2.75 |
| C+ | 77 – 79.9% | 2.50 |
| C | 73 – 76.9% | 2.00 |
| C- | 70 – 72.9% | 1.75 |
| D | 60 – 69.9% | 1.00 |
| F | 00 – 59.9% | 0.00 |
Schedule
Week 1: Meet either in person or Zoom with internship instructor
Week 3: First bi-weekly report is due. These one-page documents will be submitted every other week throughout the semester (see template in Brightspace)
Week 5: Second bi-weekly report is due (upload in Brightspace in the Bi-Weekly Reports folder)
Week 6: Mid-Semester Internship Site Evaluation is due. This will be completed by the site coordinator with a copy submitted to both the internship instructor and the intern. You are responsible for uploading this to the Site Evaluation folder in Brightspace.
Week 7: Third bi-weekly report is due (upload in Brightspace in the Bi-Weekly Reports folder)
Week 9: Fourth bi-weekly report is due (upload in Brightspace in the Bi-Weekly Reports folder)
Week 11: End of Semester Internship Site Evaluation is due. This will be completed by the site coordinator with a copy submitted to both the internship instructor and the intern. You are responsible for uploading this to the Site Evaluation folder in Brightspace.
Week 12: Meet with internship instructor to discuss the internship and your reports. Final portfolio is due and should be uploaded in Brightspace.
Student Resources
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Summer Session Online Student Support
Your Student Support Specialist is a resource for you. Please don't hesitate to contact them for assistance, including, but not limited to course planning, current problems or issues in a course, technology concerns, or personal emergencies. If you are a current UNE undergraduate taking online Summer Session courses, please continue to work with your Advisor and include them on your outreaches.
Questions? Email: summersessiononline@une.edu.
UNE Libraries
- Library Access for all students: Your library login ID and password are the same as the ones you use to log into Brightspace.
- Library Questions: Ask a librarian or phone library staff at (207) 602-2361 or (207) 221-4330.
Further Assistance and Accommodations
Your student support specialist monitors course progression and provides assistance or guidance when needed. They can assist questions regarding ordering course materials, University policies, billing, navigating the course in Brightspace, and more.
To request an accommodation a student needs to go through the process with our UNE office. If the student has a current/already established accommodation in place with UNE it is the responsibility of the student to notify the program at summersessiononline@une.edu to ensure it is applied properly.
If you need to inquire about a possible accommodation, please reach out to the Student Access Center by calling 207-221-4418 or send an email to pcstudentaccess@une.edu.
If you are a current UNE undergrad, please continue to work with your coordinator at bcstudentaccess@une.edu and ensure any accommodations you have in place - are put in place for your online Summer Session course(s).
Online Peer Support
Togetherall is a 24/7 communication and emotional support platform monitored by trained clinicians. It’s a safe place online to get things off your chest, have conversations, express yourself creatively, and learn how to manage your mental health. If sharing isn’t your thing, Togetherall has other tools and courses to help you look after yourself with plenty of resources to explore. Whether you’re struggling to cope, feeling low, or just need a place to talk, Togetherall can help you explore your feelings in a safe supportive environment. You can join Togetherall using your UNE email address.
Information Technology Services (ITS)
Students should notify their Student Support Specialist and instructor in the event of a problem relating to a course. This notification should occur promptly and proactively to support timely resolution.
ITS Contact: Toll-Free Help Desk 24 hours/7 days per week at 1-877-518-4673.
Instructor and Support Contact Information
Check Brightspace for specific instructor and support specialist contact information.
Policies
Late work will not be accepted. It is important to meet all due dates regarding bi-weekly updates and the submission of your portfolio.
Summer Session & Academic Engagement Policy
Online students are required to submit a graded assignment/discussion prior to Sunday evening at 11:59 pm EDT of the first week of the term. If a student does not submit a posting to the graded assignment/discussion by 11:59 pm EDT on Sunday of the first week, the student will be automatically dropped from the course for non-participation.
Proctored Examinations
Your course may have proctored exams. For all proctored exams, an external camera is required. Please see the course for the exact exam requirements, test-taker guidance, proctoring format, and allowances (such as calculators or whiteboards, as indicated in the course). https://success.une.edu/science-prerequisites/honorlock/
Information about exam attempts can be found in your course.
Course Length
A schedule of lectures and assignments is included in this syllabus.
Courses in the program are equivalent to one-semester courses designed to be completed in 6 or 12 weeks.
- Enrollment in the course begins the day your section opens which is listed in the Academic Calendar. Students in online Summer Session courses will have early access the Saturday prior to the course start date to review course content as needed.
- Course due dates, start and end dates are in respect to Eastern Time.
Technology Requirements
Please review the technical requirements for UNE Online Programs: Technical Requirements.
Withdrawal and Refund Policies
Please review the policies in your confirmation email. Contact summersessiononline@une.edu with any questions.
Grade Policy
Students are expected to attempt and complete all graded assignments and proctored exams by the end date of the course.
Late Policy
Unless stated otherwise by your faculty: Late assignments will be accepted up to 3 days late; however, there is a 10% grade reduction (from the total points) for the late submission. After three days, the assignment will not be accepted. Discussion posts: If the initial post is submitted late, but still within the discussion board week, there will be a 10% grade reduction from the total discussion grade (e.g., a 3-point discussion will be reduced by 0.3 points). Any posts submitted after the end of the Discussion Board week will not be graded. Please make every effort ahead of time to contact your instructor if you are not able to meet an assignment deadline. Arrangements for extenuating circumstances may be considered by faculty.
Transcripts
Due to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act, only the student may request official transcripts. This may be done online by going to the University of New England Registrar website and following the directions on the page.
Academic Integrity
The University of New England values academic integrity in all aspects of the educational experience. Academic dishonesty in any form undermines this standard and devalues the original contributions of others. It is the responsibility of all members of the University community to actively uphold the integrity of the academy; failure to act, for any reason, is not acceptable.
Academic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to the following:
- Cheating, copying, or the offering or receiving of unauthorized assistance or information.
- Fabrication or falsification of data, results, or sources for papers or reports.
- Action which destroys or alters the work of another student.
- Multiple submission of the same paper or report for assignments in more than one course without permission of each instructor.
- Plagiarism, the appropriation of records, research, materials, ideas, or the language of other persons or writers and the submission of them as one's own.
Charges of academic dishonesty will be reviewed by the College. Penalties for students found responsible for violations may depend upon the seriousness and circumstances of the violation, the degree of premeditation involved, and/or the student’s previous record of violations. Appeal of a decision may be made to the Dean whose decision will be final. Student appeals will take place through the grievance process outlined in the student handbook.
Using Generative AI When Completing Coursework
Generative AI (GenAI) applications (like ChatGPT) have proven to be powerful and effective tools, and students are encouraged to become familiar with and use them. However, as with any tool, students must use GenAI in ways that support learning, not replace it. Learning to use AI responsibly and ethically is an important skill in today’s society.
In their courses, students are not allowed to use advanced automated tools, such as generative AI tools, on assignments unless explicitly directed to do so. Each student is expected to complete each assignment, including labs and quizzes as applicable, without substantive assistance from others, including automated tools.
Using AI-content generators to complete assignments without proper attribution violates academic integrity. By submitting assignments in UNE courses, you pledge to affirm that they are your own work and you attribute use of any and all tools and sources.
Unauthorized Use
Unauthorized use of AI is treated as a violation of academic integrity.
Citing AI Use
If permitted, students should indicate and cite any use of AI tools.
Instructor Responsibility
Instructors should clearly reiterate, using UNE AI Use Policy, how students can use AI tools in their courses, and communicate this policy to students at the beginning of the semester.
Student Responsibility
Students must follow the academic integrity policy of the University of New England.