update SIPA policies

Author: afeld

.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/new-term-columbia.md

@@ -64,7 +64,7 @@ assignees: afeld
   - [ ] Get bio(s)
   - [ ] Update lecture 6
   - [ ] [Fill out access form](https://academic.cuit.columbia.edu/guestaccess/)
-- [ ] [Time Out](https://bulletin.columbia.edu/sipa/teaching-guide/#supportservicestext)
+- [ ] [Time Out](https://www.sipa.columbia.edu/office-academic-affairs/instructional-support/time-out-funding)
   - [ ] Schedule
   - [ ] [Submit request](https://sipa.campusgroups.com/cgtest/survey?survey_uid=67287ffc-8888-11e9-b822-0a85c368333a)
   - [ ] [Reserve a room](https://www.sipa.columbia.edu/students/room-reservations)

curve.ipynb

@@ -7,17 +7,17 @@
    "source": [
     "# Grading curve\n",
     "\n",
-    "This course has a curve due to [SIPA policy](https://bulletin.columbia.edu/sipa/academic-policies/satisfactory-academic-progress/):\n",
+    "This course has a curve due to [SIPA policy](https://www.sipa.columbia.edu/sipa-education/bulletin/academic-policies/grading):\n",
     "\n",
-    "> Grades submitted for SIPA core courses must have an average GPA between 3.2 and 3.4, with the goal being 3.3. Courses with enrollments over 35 are also recommended to follow this rule.\n",
+    "> SIPA expects an average class GPA of 3.33 (B+) for core courses and those with enrollments exceeding 35 students. The acceptable range for such courses is 3.2 to 3.4.\n",
     "\n",
     "As a compromise with Academic Affairs, the upper limit will be set to 3.6.\n",
     "\n",
     "<!-- **This is the data/curve from Fall 2023.** It will be updated with data from this semester as we get close to the end. The grades, and thus [the resulting curve](#new-cutoffs), are expected to be similar. -->\n",
     "\n",
     "---\n",
     "\n",
-    "Updated on:"
+    "Updated on:\n"
    ]
   },
   {
@@ -54,7 +54,7 @@
     "tags": []
    },
    "source": [
-    "Ensure the visualizations [render](https://plotly.com/python/renderers/) properly across VSCode, Jupyter Book, etc. You can ignore this."
+    "Ensure the visualizations [render](https://plotly.com/python/renderers/) properly across VSCode, Jupyter Book, etc. You can ignore this.\n"
    ]
   },
   {
@@ -103,7 +103,7 @@
     "\n",
     "## Methodology\n",
     "\n",
-    "The rest of this notebook shows how the grade cutoffs are computed. **This methodology, the distribution of student percentages, and thus your estimated course grade are subject to change** up until final grades are submitted."
+    "The rest of this notebook shows how the grade cutoffs are computed. **This methodology, the distribution of student percentages, and thus your estimated course grade are subject to change** up until final grades are submitted.\n"
    ]
   },
   {
@@ -124,7 +124,7 @@
    "source": [
     "### Load current scores\n",
     "\n",
-    "The scores below are the total scores based on everything that has grades released thus far across both sections. See the timestamp in the filename below to know when it was updated. The grade data is anonymous for [privacy reasons](https://www.registrar.columbia.edu/content/privacy-rights-ferpa)."
+    "The scores below are the total scores based on everything that has grades released thus far across both sections. See the timestamp in the filename below to know when it was updated. The grade data is anonymous for [privacy reasons](https://www.registrar.columbia.edu/content/privacy-rights-ferpa).\n"
    ]
   },
   {
@@ -255,7 +255,7 @@
     "id": "IUqT6_Wb3e7f"
    },
    "source": [
-    "#### Distribution"
+    "#### Distribution\n"
    ]
   },
   {
@@ -8927,7 +8927,7 @@
    "source": [
     "### Match to letter grades / GPAs\n",
     "\n",
-    "Creating the [grading notation table](https://bulletin.columbia.edu/sipa/academic-policies/satisfactory-academic-progress/) in Pandas:"
+    "Creating the [Grading Scale](https://www.sipa.columbia.edu/sipa-education/bulletin/academic-policies/grading) in Pandas:\n"
    ]
   },
   {
@@ -8951,7 +8951,7 @@
    "id": "13ba5e7b",
    "metadata": {},
    "source": [
-    "Assign starting minimum scores, roughly based on the Default Canvas Grading Scheme:"
+    "Assign starting minimum scores, roughly based on the Default Canvas Grading Scheme:\n"
    ]
   },
   {
@@ -9084,7 +9084,7 @@
    "source": [
     "### Adjust cutoffs\n",
     "\n",
-    "Raise or lower the minimum scores for each grade (not including F) until the average GPA is in the acceptable range."
+    "Raise or lower the minimum scores for each grade (not including F) until the average GPA is in the acceptable range.\n"
    ]
   },
   {
@@ -9188,7 +9188,7 @@
    "id": "c7152a04",
    "metadata": {},
    "source": [
-    "Confirm the A cutoff is still achievable:"
+    "Confirm the A cutoff is still achievable:\n"
    ]
   },
   {
@@ -9206,7 +9206,7 @@
    "id": "a7988dfc",
    "metadata": {},
    "source": [
-    "#### New cutoffs"
+    "#### New cutoffs\n"
    ]
   },
   {
@@ -9323,23 +9323,23 @@
    "id": "18ae4b7f",
    "metadata": {},
    "source": [
-    "These will be reflected in the CourseWorks [grading scheme](https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Canvas-Basics-Guide/What-are-grading-schemes/ta-p/41)."
+    "These will be reflected in the CourseWorks [grading scheme](https://community.canvaslms.com/t5/Canvas-Basics-Guide/What-are-grading-schemes/ta-p/41).\n"
    ]
   },
   {
    "cell_type": "markdown",
    "id": "33b67852",
    "metadata": {},
    "source": [
-    "### Check results"
+    "### Check results\n"
    ]
   },
   {
    "cell_type": "markdown",
    "id": "7c7d7ae9",
    "metadata": {},
    "source": [
-    "Double-check the new average is in line with policy:"
+    "Double-check the new average is in line with policy:\n"
    ]
   },
   {

meta/assistant_guide.md

@@ -152,13 +152,7 @@ When grading, points should only be deducted based on [these criteria](../syllab
 
 ### Plagiarism
 
-{% if id == "columbia" -%}
-Per the [Code of Academic and Professional Conduct](https://bulletin.columbia.edu/sipa/academic-policies/academic-and-professional-conduct/):
-
-> It is the responsibility of all members of the SIPA community to encourage academic integrity and to deter, confront, and report all acts of academic dishonesty.
-{%- endif %}
-
-See [the class policies](../syllabus.md#academic-integrity) for more details for what constitues plagiarism vs. fair reuse.
+See [the class policies](../syllabus.md#academic-integrity) for more details for what constitues plagiarism vs. fair use.
 
 It isn't your responsibility to look for potential instances of cheating/plagiarism. That said, if you have suspicions of those occuring, you must report them to the instructor. Things you might notice:
 

syllabus.md

@@ -289,15 +289,11 @@ Anything outside of the provided course materials is considered a "source". This
 
 #### SIPA Academic Integrity Statement
 
-The School of International & Public Affairs does not tolerate cheating or plagiarism in any form. Students who violate the Code of Academic & Professional Conduct will be subject to the Dean's Disciplinary Procedures.
-
-Please familiarize yourself with the proper methods of citation and attribution. The School provides some useful resources online; we strongly encourage you to familiarize yourself with these various styles before conducting research. Cut and paste the following link into your browser to view the Code of Academic & Professional Conduct and to access useful resources on citation and attribution: https://bulletin.columbia.edu/sipa/academic-policies/
-
-Violations of the Code of Academic & Professional Conduct should be reported to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs.
+The School of International & Public Affairs does not tolerate cheating or plagiarism in any form. Students who violate the Code of Academic & Professional Conduct will be subject to the Dean’s Disciplinary Procedures. Familiarize yourself with proper citation methods using the resources available online at https://www.sipa.columbia.edu/sipa-education/bulletin/academic-policies. Report violations to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs.
 
 ### SIPA Disability Statement
 
-SIPA is committed to ensuring that students registered with Columbia University's Disability Services (DS) receive the reasonable accommodations necessary to participate fully in their academic programs. If you are a student with a disability and have a DS-certified accommodation letter, you may wish to make an appointment with your course instructor to discuss your accommodations. Faculty provide disability accommodations to students with DS-certified accommodation letters, and they provide the accommodations specified in such letters. If you have any additional questions, please contact SIPA's DS liaison at disability@sipa.columbia.edu or 212-854-8690.
+SIPA is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for students registered with Columbia University's Disability Services (DS). Students with DS-certified accommodation letters should discuss their accommodations with their instructor. Contact SIPA’s DS liaison for additional questions: disability@sipa.columbia.edu or 212-854-8690.
 
 {% else -%}