THURSDAY 01/24

SR338
TODAY:
-It was good to see a lot of familiar faces, & equally as good to meet a lot of new ones. I am looking forward to a fun & exciting semester.
-Today was a course introduction day.

HOMEWORK:
-Answer the current events quiz questions.
1) What song became the first video to reach 1 billion views on YouTube?
2) What movie opened at number 1 in the box office with an impressive take of $18.2 million, scoring the 2nd best Christmas Day debut after Sherlock Holmes, which opened to $24.6 million in 2009?
3) Retired General Norman Schwarzkopf, commander of the combined coalition forced during the Gulf War, died of pneumonia complications at age 78. What codename was given to the Gulf War?
4) Who is the US Secretary of State that was hospitalized after doctors discovered a blood clot near this person's brain related to a concussion suffered earlier in the month?
5) What Republican Congressman was re-elected as Speaker of the House, a position that is second in the United States presidential line of succession after Vice President?
6) What school won their second straight BCS championship, their 3rd championship in 4 years, & their 15th overall?
7) Mallory Hagan, representing what state, was crowned the winner of the 92nd Miss America pageant?
8) What film won awards for best drama & best director at the 70th Golden Globes Awards?
9) Lance Armstrong admitted to using performance enhancing drugs throughout mush of his career, including all 7 Tour de France wins, in a 2 part interview with what television personality?
10) President Barack Obama was officially sworn in just before noon at the White House formally embarking on his 2nd term as President of the US. What number President is Obama? 

-Answer the following syllabus questions:
1) What are the days/times of my office hours?
2) What is a key component in this class & will not only be expected but required?
3) It is expected that you will be an engaged learner. What are the 3 components of an engaged learner?
4) What is the consequence for using an electronic device (cell phone) in class without my permission?
5) What do you need to gain entry to class in you arrive late?
6) If you are absent on the day of a quiz are you allowed to make it up?
7) What is the date of the final exam?
8) If you end up with a final grade of 83%, what is the corresponding letter grade?