Mindfulness practice consists of both formal and informal meditations, in which everything from attention to breathing to mindful walking to the silent enjoyment of a meal becomes an opportunity for meditation.  Mindfulness is being used in relapse prevention and early recovery including detox.  Workshop will introduce the practice of mindfulness and its therapeutic application to addictions, including the latest research on mindfulness.

Late papers will not be accepted.

P means Satisfactory (C- or above for undergraduate work, B- or above for graduate work).
N means Less than satisfactory performance, no credit awarded (D+ or lower for undergraduate work, C+ or lower for graduate work).

Check in each morning at the Registration Table. In the event the table is unattended, it is your responsibility to find a staff member.

If you leave for any reason, please advise a staff member.

Periodic role will be taken. If you miss the role sheet, you will have a maximum of 15 minutes to contact a staff member and add your signature. Otherwise, you will be considered absent.

Attendance is mandatory unless you obtain prior approval by a staff person. In the event of an emergency or an unexpected circumstance, absence will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.

Remain attentive while presenters are speaking.

Respect the privilege of others around you to hear without distractions.

Only use electronic devices, such as computer games, headsets, or cellular phones during designated breaks.
Address all questions or comments appropriately, tactfully, constructively, and respectfully.

It is the responsibility of each student to read this material. The questions found on the exam will come from class lecture material presented and the reading sources.

All answers should combine information from the sessions and readings. When possible cite your sources.

Exams and evaluations will be handed out at the end of the course. Exact due dates will be on your exam instructions.

Papers should be hand-carried, mailed, or faxed to:S.A.P.P., 180 Esslinger, University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-1237 FAX #: 541-346-3595.

Extensions will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Students may be required to write an additional research paper or complete an alternative assignment. Requests must be in writing and will be evaluated by a departmental committee.

Duplicate papers will receive an automatic "No Pass." Definition of "duplicate" is at the discretion of the grader/instructor. Violations will automatically be referred to the Office of Student Conduct.

Please retain a copy of all typed work until final grade is posted.

Grades will be available on "Duck Web" at the end of the term.

The Substance Abuse Prevention Program reserves the right to adjust expectations to individual circumstances as reason dictates.

Use of Personal Technology & Literature:

• Laptops may ONLY be used in class for the purpose of note taking. Web surfing, games, instant messaging, email, and working on homework for other classes tends to be distracting to others and is prohibited during class time. If you find you must do otherwise, please excuse yourself for the remainder of the class time. However, you will not earn participation points for that day.
• Non-course materials - Magazines, books, newspapers and other literature, including homework from other classes, may be a distraction for others in class and is therefore prohibited. Please save these activities for time other than in class.
• Music/Video player use during class is strictly prohibited. This is a definite distraction for others.
• Cell phones are to be silenced and not used during class time. This includes sending or receiving calls or use of text messaging. If you find you need to use your cell phone, please excuse yourself for the remainder of the class time. However, you will not earn participation points for that day.