Master of Science in
 Artificial Intelligence and Innovation
 (MSAII)
 Student Handbook
 2022-2023
 Revised: October 2, 2022
 1Table of Contents
 1 Welcome ............................................................................................................................................... 6
 2 Mission, Vision and Philosophy............................................................................................................. 6
 3 Carnegie Mellon Statement of Assurance ............................................................................................ 6
 4 Carnegie Mellon Code ........................................................................................................................... 7
 5 University Policies and Expectations .................................................................................................... 8
 6 Academic Calendar ............................................................................................................................... 8
 7 School and Departmental Information ................................................................................................. 8
 8 MSAII Policies ........................................................................................................................................ 9
 8.1 The MSAII Degree ......................................................................................................................... 9
 8.2 Program Contacts ........................................................................................................................ 10
 8.3 The Reasonable Person Principle (RPP) ...................................................................................... 10
 8.4 Academic Calendar ..................................................................................................................... 10
 9 The Language Technologies Institute ................................................................................................. 11
 9.1 Working Space for MS Students ................................................................................................. 11
 9.2 Photocopies and Printers ............................................................................................................ 11
 9.3 Computers for MS Students ........................................................................................................ 11
 10 Degree Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 12
 10.1 Course Grade and GPA Requirements ........................................................................................ 12
 10.2 Course Requirements .................................................................................................................. 13
 10.2.1 Incomplete Grades .............................................................................................................. 16
 10.2.2 Change of grades and missing grades ................................................................................. 16
 10.2.3 Transferring to another program ........................................................................................ 17
 10.2.4 Intellectual Property Policy ................................................................................................. 17
 10.2.5 Teaching Requirements ...................................................................................................... 17
 10.3 Advising ....................................................................................................................................... 17
 10.3.1 Student Advising ................................................................................................................. 17
 10.3.2 Monitoring Progress ........................................................................................................... 17
 10.3.3 Degree Certification ............................................................................................................ 17
 10.4 Internship .................................................................................................................................... 18
 10.5 Employment Eligibility Verification ............................................................................................. 19
 10.6 MSAII Orientation ....................................................................................................................... 20
 210.7 End of Semester Evaluation ........................................................................................................ 20
 10.8 Enrollment Verification ............................................................................................................... 21
 10.9 University Policies on Grades and Grading ................................................................................. 21
 10.9.1 University Policy on Grades ................................................................................................ 21
 10.9.2 University Policy on Grades for Transfer Courses & PCHE .................................................. 21
 10.10 Academic Integrity .................................................................................................................. 21
 11 Academic Policies ............................................................................................................................ 23
 11.1 Course Registration ..................................................................................................................... 23
 11.1.1 Status .................................................................................................................................. 23
 11.1.2 Academic Calendar ............................................................................................................. 23
 11.1.3 Online Registration ............................................................................................................. 23
 11.1.4 Double‐Dipping ................................................................................................................... 24
 11.1.5 Pass/No Pass Courses (Pass/Fail) ........................................................................................ 24
 11.1.6 Auditing a Course ................................................................................................................ 24
 11.1.7 Adding a Course .................................................................................................................. 24
 11.1.8 Dropping a Course ............................................................................................................... 24
 11.1.9 Transfer Credits ................................................................................................................... 25
 11.1.10 Leave of Absence ............................................................................................................ 26
 11.1.11 Additional Guidance for Students ................................................................................... 26
 11.1.12 Withdrawal ...................................................................................................................... 27
 11.2 Tuition and Fees .......................................................................................................................... 27
 11.3 Graduation Ceremonies .............................................................................................................. 27
 11.3.1 Withdrawal of Degree ......................................................................................................... 27
 11.4 LTI Academic Policies .................................................................................................................. 27
 11.4.1 “Grandfather” policy ........................................................................................................... 27
 11.4.2 Definition of transfer credit versus course exemption ....................................................... 28
 11.4.3 Employment/Consulting ..................................................................................................... 28
 11.4.4 Leave of Absence ................................................................................................................ 28
 11.4.5 Satisfactory Progress ........................................................................................................... 29
 11.5 Carnegie Mellon Academic Policies ............................................................................................ 29
 11.5.1 Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities ......................................................................... 29
 11.5.2 Summary of Graduate Student Appeal and Grievance Procedures ................................... 29
 311.5.3 Process for Appealing Final Grades ..................................................................................... 30
 11.5.4 Safeguarding Educational Equity: ....................................................................................... 30
 11.5.5 Cultural Tolerance ............................................................................................................... 31
 11.5.6 Language Policy ................................................................................................................... 31
 11.5.7 Childbirth/Maternity Accommodation Protocol ................................................................. 32
 11.6 Statute of Limitations .................................................................................................................. 33
 11.7 Residency Requirement .............................................................................................................. 33
 12 Financial Issues ................................................................................................................................ 33
 12.1 Graduate Student Funding .......................................................................................................... 33
 12.2 University Financial Aid ............................................................................................................... 34
 12.3 Health Insurance ......................................................................................................................... 34
 12.4 Emergency Loans ........................................................................................................................ 34
 13 Additional University Resources ..................................................................................................... 35
 13.1 The HUB Student Services Center ............................................................................................... 35
 13.2 Student Information Online (SIO) ............................................................................................... 35
 13.3 ID Cards ....................................................................................................................................... 35
 13.4 Transcripts ................................................................................................................................... 36
 13.5 Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education (PCHE) and Cross‐registration ..................................... 36
 13.6 Student Privacy Rights and FERPA .............................................................................................. 36
 13.7 Academic Calendar ..................................................................................................................... 37
 13.8 Professional Development .......................................................................................................... 37
 13.9 University Libraries ..................................................................................................................... 37
 13.10 Computing Services ................................................................................................................. 38
 13.11 Family and Dependents Resources ......................................................................................... 38
 13.12 Domestic Partner Registration ................................................................................................ 38
 13.13 Housing ................................................................................................................................... 38
 13.14 Dining ...................................................................................................................................... 39
 13.15 Parking and Transportation .................................................................................................... 39
 13.16 Copying, Printing and Mailing Services ................................................................................... 40
 13.17 University Center .................................................................................................................... 40
 13.18 Athletic/Fitness Facilities ........................................................................................................ 40
 13.19 CMU Alert ................................................................................................................................ 41
 414 Appendix A: 2022‐2023 University Resources for Graduate Students .......................................... 41
 14.1 Key Offices for Graduate Student Support ................................................................................. 41
 14.1.1 Graduate Education Office .................................................................................................. 41
 14.1.2 Office of the Dean of Students ............................................................................................ 41
 14.1.3 Center for Student Diversity & Inclusion ............................................................................ 42
 14.1.4 Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities ......................................................................... 43
 14.1.5 Eberly Center for Teaching Excellence & Educational Innovation ...................................... 43
 14.1.6 Graduate Student Assembly ............................................................................................... 44
 14.1.7 Office of International Education (OIE) ............................................................................... 44
 14.1.8 Veterans and Military Community ...................................................................................... 45
 14.1.9 Carnegie Mellon Ethics Hotline ........................................................................................... 45
 14.2 Key Offices for Academic & Research Support ........................................................................... 45
 14.2.1 Computing and Information Resources .............................................................................. 46
 14.2.2 Student Academic Success Center ...................................................................................... 46
 14.2.3 University Libraries ............................................................................................................. 48
 14.2.4 Research at Carnegie Mellon .............................................................................................. 48
 14.2.5 Office of Research Integrity & Compliance ......................................................................... 48
 14.3 Key Offices for Health, Wellness & Safety .................................................................................. 49
 14.3.1 Counseling & Psychological Services ................................................................................... 49
 14.3.2 Health Services .................................................................................................................... 49
 14.3.3 Campus Wellness ................................................................................................................ 49
 14.3.4 Religious and Spiritual Life Initiatives (RSLI) ....................................................................... 50
 14.3.5 University Police .................................................................................................................. 50
 14.3.6 Shuttle and Escort Services ................................................................................................. 50
 14.4 The WORD ................................................................................................................................... 50
 51 Welcome
 Welcome to Carnegie Mellon University! Being in the CMU School of Computer Science (SCS)
 is a unique experience because of the size of the school (over 2000 students, staff and faculty),
 the quality of its members, the variety of research being conducted, and unparalleled learning
 opportunities. We encourage you to take advantage of CMU offerings, both inside and outside
 SCS, and also to explore Pittsburgh and southwest Pennsylvania to the extent your schedule
 permits. What you will find is an environment that encourages and rewards hard work and
 accomplishment. Pittsburgh has long been an industrial area whose residents build things. In
 SCS we build things, and you will also.
 While this handbook is specific to your academic experience in the MSAII program, there are
 several other resources and offices graduate students are encouraged to consult during their
 tenure at Carnegie Mellon University. Information about The Word, the student handbook, the
 Office of Graduate and Postdoc Affairs, the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs and others are
 included in Appendix A of this handbook.
 2 Mission, Vision and Philosophy
 Carnegie Mellon University will have a transformative impact on society through continual
 innovation in education, research, creativity, and entrepreneurship.
 Our mission is to create a transformative educational experience for students focused on deep
 disciplinary knowledge; problem solving; teamwork, leadership, communication, and
 interpersonal skills; and personal health and well-being.
 The university community is committed to (a) attracting and retaining diverse, world-class
 talent; (b) creating a collaborative environment open to the free exchange of ideas, in which
 research, creativity, innovation, and entrepreneurship can flourish; and (c) ensuring individuals
 can achieve their full potential.
 We encourage our members to impact society in a transformative way — regionally, nationally,
 and globally — by engaging with partners outside the traditional borders of the university
 campus. See the full university mission statement.
 3 Carnegie Mellon Statement of Assurance
 Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate in admission, employment or administration
 of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, handicap or
 disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, ancestry, belief, veteran status
 or genetic information. Furthermore, Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate and is
 required not to discriminate in violation of federal, state or local laws or executive orders.
 6Inquiries concerning the application of and compliance with this statement should be directed
 to the university ombudsperson, Carnegie Mellon University, 5000 Forbes Avenue, Pittsburgh,
 PA 15213, telephone 412-268-1018. Obtain general information about Carnegie Mellon University
 by calling 412-268-2000.
 Carnegie Mellon University publishes an annual campus security and fire safety report
 describing the university's security, alcohol and drug, sexual assault and fire safety policies, and
 containing statistics about the number and type of crimes committed on the campus, and the
 number and cause of fires in campus residence facilities during the preceding three years. You
 can obtain a copy by contacting the Carnegie Mellon Police Department at 412-268-2323. The
 annual security and fire safety report also is available online at
 www.cmu.edu/police/annualreports..
 Information regarding the application of Title IX, including to admission and employment
 decisions, the sexual misconduct grievance procedures and process, including how to file a
 report or a complaint of sex discrimination, how to file a report of sexual harassment, and how
 the university responds to such reports is available at www.cmu.edu/title-ix. The Title IX
 coordinator may be reached at 4615 Forbes Ave, Suite 330, Pittsburgh, PA 15213; 412-268-7125; or
 tix@cmu.edu.
 4 Carnegie Mellon Code
 Students at Carnegie Mellon, because they are members of an academic community dedicated to
 the achievement of excellence, are expected to meet the highest standards of personal, ethical
 and moral conduct possible.
 These standards require personal integrity, a commitment to honesty without compromise, as
 well as truth without equivocation and a willingness to place the good of the community above
 the good of the self. Obligations once undertaken must be met, commitments kept.
 As members of the Carnegie Mellon community, individuals are expected to uphold the
 standards of the community in addition to holding others accountable for said standards. It is
 rare that the life of a student in an academic community can be so private that it will not affect
 the community as a whole or that the above standards do not apply.
 The discovery, advancement, and communication of knowledge are not possible without a
 commitment to these standards. Creativity cannot exist without acknowledgment of the
 creativity of others. New knowledge cannot be developed without credit for prior knowledge.
 Without the ability to trust that these principles will be observed, an academic community
 cannot exist.
 The commitment of its faculty, staff, and students to these standards contributes to the high
 respect in which the Carnegie Mellon degree is held. Students must not destroy that respect by
 7their failure to meet these standards. Students who cannot meet them should voluntarily
 withdraw from the university.
 The Carnegie Mellon Code can also be found online.
 5 University Policies and Expectations
 It is the responsibility of each member of the Carnegie Mellon community to be familiar with
 university policies and guidelines. In addition to this departmental graduate student handbook,
 the following resources are available to assist you in understanding community expectations:
 www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/theword/index.html
 The Word/Student Handbook
 https://www.cmu.edu/policies/student-
 Academic Integrity Policy
 and-student-life/academic-integrity.html
 University Policies Website www.cmu.edu/policies/
 Office of Graduate and Postdoc http://www.cmu.edu/graduate/policies/index.html
 Affairs
 Due to the changing nature of conditions and expectations surrounding public health and safety
 requirements please visithttps://www.cmu.edu/coronavirus/ for the most up to date
 information.
 Please see the Appendix A for additional information about The Word and other university
 resources.
 6 Academic Calendar
 The Academic Calendar can be found at https://www.cmu.edu/hub/calendar/index.html and
 provides information on all deadlines including registration dates, class start dates, add/drop
 deadlines, exam dates and more.
 7 School and Departmental Information
 The following are key personnel with whom you may interact during your time at Carnegie
 Mellon:
 Martial Hebert
 Dean, School of Computer Science
 8University Professor
 GHC 6105
 412-268-5704
 hebert@cs.cmu.edu
 https://www.cs.cmu.edu/~hebert/
 David Garlan
 Associate Dean for Master’s Programs, SCS
 Professor
 TCS 420
 garlan@cs.cmu.edu
 http://www.cs.cmu.edu/~garlan/academics.htm
 Carolyn Rosé
 Interim Director, Language Technologies Institute
 Professor
 GHC 5415
 412-268-7130
 cprose@cs.cmu.edu
 8 MSAII Policies
 The Language Technologies Institute (LTI) has prepared this statement of policies, program
 requirements, guidance, process and procedures for students in the M.S. in Artificial Intelligence
 and Innovation (MSAII) program. A copy of this handbook is also available online at the
 program website.
 The University Student guide, The Word, which details university-wide policies, is also
 available online at www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/theword.
 Additional resources specific to graduate students can be found at
 www.cmu.edu/graduate/policies/
 8.1 The MSAII Degree
 The M.S. in Artificial Intelligence and Innovation (MSAII) is a professional master's program
 offered by the Language Technologies Institute (LTI) in the School of Computer Science at
 Carnegie Mellon University. This program seeks to educate students in the innovative use of
 artificial intelligence to create practical solutions in a wide variety of application areas. As
 artificial intelligence matures, there is a great need for students who can envision, design, plan
 and deliver solutions that integrate AI technologies such as deep learning, natural language
 processing, robotics and big data analytics into new applications. The program stresses both
 9intrapreneurship and entrepreneurship and encourages students to develop ideas for startups
 and for introduction into established companies.
 The curriculum is designed for students who have a strong background in computer science
 with interest in in-depth study of AI to enable them to develop real-world applications,
 especially in areas to which AI has not yet been applied. The integrated curriculum includes
 coursework and team projects leading to a full-semester capstone project to produce a working
 prototype.
 8.2 Program Contacts
 Michael I. Shamos
 Director, MSAII
 Distinguished Career Professor
 GHC 6707
 shamos@cs.cmu.edu
 Amber Vivis
 Academic Program Manager, MSAII
 TCS 357
 412-268-9998
 avivis@cs.cmu.edu
 Carolyn Penstein Rosé
 Interim Director, Language Technologies Institute
 Professor
 GHC 5415
 412-268-7130
 cprose@cs.cmu.edu
 8.3 The Reasonable Person Principle (RPP)
 It is a long-standing and revered principle of the School of Computer Science (SCS) that
 members of our community are expected to act reasonably, and therefore we try to keep formal,
 written SCS policies to a minimum. The faculty do not burden the students with numerous
 rules, and, in return, we expect the students to not try to find technical loopholes that violate
 the clear intent of program policies. In any situation not covered by an explicit rule, you should
 ask yourself how reasonable people would behave in that situation. The RPP does not alter
 University-wide policies.
 8.4 Academic Calendar
 10The Academic Calendar can be found at https://www.cmu.edu/hub/calendar/index.html and
 provides information on all deadlines including registration dates, class start dates, add/drop
 deadlines, exam dates and more.
 9 The Language Technologies Institute
 9.1 Working Space for MS Students
 Except for restrictions due to COVID, full-time students in the LTI’s MS degree programs on the
 Pittsburgh campus have access to a shared working space to create a sense of community and
 provide space for working when on campus.
 9.2 Photocopies and Printers
 Mailboxes, printers, copiers, and other departmental resources are located in GHC 5404
 The use of a photocopier requires only a CMU ID card. The School of Computer Science
 provides a number of black-and-white and color printers for use by students. The SCS
 Computer Facilities publishes a list of printers online at
 https://computing.cs.cmu.edu/desktop/printing. When you send a file to the print queue, you
 may go to any of the listed printers, swipe your CMU ID, and the file will be printed on that
 printer.
 9.3 Computers for MS Students
 Students are expected to provide their own laptop computers that can be used to access
 university resources and complete course assignments. Laptops running Windows, MacOS, and
 Linux software are all acceptable.
 MS students will be given a CS user id. A CS user id is required to use the LTI computer cluster,
 department printers, and other SCS services. The School of Computer Science has a Help
 Center located at 4203 GHC. They can be contacted at help@cs.cmu.edu, extension 8-4231 from
 a campus phone, or 412-268-4231 from an outside line.
 MS students will be given access to the LTI’s computer cluster on an as-needed basis, to be used
 for course assignments, directed study projects, and/or the capstone project. The LTI cluster
 provides storage and computation for projects involving large datasets and/or lengthy
 computation.
 1110 Degree Requirements
 MSAII students are expected to complete their degree requirements within five consecutive semesters,
 fall, spring, summer internship, second fall, second spring. Under exceptional conditions, such as for
 medical reasons, a student may be granted a leave of absence. See Section 11.1.10, below. Upon
 completion of the graduate program degree requirements, the degree will be certified by the student’s
 academic program in the semester in which the student completes the requirements.
 10.1 Course Grade and GPA Requirements
 To receive the M.S. degree, all students must take and successfully complete at least 195 units
 of coursework. All required Core Courses must be completed with a grade of B or better. For
 the Knowledge Area Courses, students must maintain a B average. No grade lower than C (or
 Pass in the case of Pass/No Pass courses) shall be used for credit applied toward graduation.
 Under SCS policy, only a grade of C or higher will be regarded as a Pass in a Pass/No Pass
 course. No undergraduate courses count toward the 195-unit requirement.
 All Core courses are organized in sequence, and must be taken in the following order:
  Artificial Intelligence and Future Markets (11-651) – No prerequisite.
  AI Engineering (11-695) – Prerequisite is the completion of 11-651 with a grade of “B” or
 better.
  LTI Practicum (11-935) – Three credit units for completing the required Internship.
  AI Innovation (11-654) – Prerequisite is the completion of 11-695 with a grade of “B” or
 better.
  Capstone (11-699) – Prerequisite is the completion of 11-654 with a grade of “B” or better.
 Students are required to repeat any required course that they have completed with a grade less
 than the required minimum, preferably at the next offering. (Please note that Core courses and
 Knowledge courses are only offered once per year.) Students will be allowed to retake a required
 course only once. If a student fails in the second attempt, he or she will be dropped from the
 MSAII program.
 If a student fails an elective course, she or he will need to repeat the same or take a substitute
 course (equivalent course approved by the Director).
 All grades count towards the program QPA, except for repeated courses, in which case the final
 grade replaces the previous grade. Courses taken pass/no pass do not affect the student’s QPA.
 However, ONLY ELECTIVE COURSES MAY BE TAKEN PASS/NO PASS, unless the Provost
 directs to the contrary. Students who do not achieve the required minimum grade in a required
 course, who elect to take an “incomplete” in a required course, or whose cumulative grade point
 average is below a B (3.0), will be placed on academic probation. Students on probation are not
 eligible to graduate. Students who are placed on academic probation shall receive written
 notice of this finding, including a list of measures that need to be taken to be removed from
 12academic probation. A student on academic probation for two consecutive semesters may be
 dropped from the program.
 The MSAII program conducts an academic progress review at the conclusion of each semester in
 order to monitor individual student progress toward graduation. Should a student’s effort fall
 below the acceptable academic performance and/or fail to meet the standards established by the
 MSAII program and Carnegie Mellon University, the student may be dismissed from the
 program.
 Should a student’s overall QPA drop below 3.0 during any given semester, he/she will be placed
 on academic probation for the following semester and will be required to improve his/her grades
 to no less than overall 3.0 QPA during that period. Failure to improve to an overall 3.0 QPA or
 better the following semester may result in termination from the program. In addition, a student
 who violates policies established by Carnegie Mellon University may be dismissed from the
 program.
 After each academic progress review, a student may receive one or more letters, indicating the
 result of the review. Warning letters are issued for the following cases:
 1) Overall QPA below 3.0 (Academic probation)
 2) Semester QPA is below 3.0
 3) Grade below B in a Core course
 4) Academic Integrity Violation (AIV) according to the university policies. This includes any
 AIV letter received in during the summer preceding matriculation.
 A student may be terminated from the program under any of the following circumstances:
 a) A student who has received two Academic Integrity Violation (AIV) letters will be
 terminated. There are no exceptions and the Program Director has no discretion over
 such a termination as it is an LTI policy.
 b) A student who has received one Academic Integrity Violation (AIV) letter may be
 terminated by the Program Director if the violation is so serious that the student cannot
 be allowed to remain in the MSAII Program.
 c) A student has received three warning letters of any type from the MSAII program.
 d) A student has been found to have violated a University Policy for which termination is
 provided.
 An AIV letter or violation of University Policy may be appealed pursuant to CMU appeal
 procedures. See Section 4.5.2, below. However, a decision to terminate a student after appeal
 because of conditions a), b), c) or d) is not appealable.
 10.2 Course Requirements
 131) Summer Before Entrance
 Admitted students are required to take, pay for, and pass 15-513 Introduction to
 Computer Systems OR 11-637 Foundations of Computational Data Science during the
 summer prior to their arrival at Carnegie Mellon. The units earned in these courses are
 not counted toward the total number of units required for graduation. These courses
 may be taken pass/no pass, but cannot be dropped. A student who drops either course
 during the summer will not be permitted to begin the degree program in the fall, but
 must retake one of the courses the following summer. The MSAII course offerings are
 available at msaii.cs.cmu.edu/curriculum. The university’s complete Schedule of
 Classes can be found at https://enr-apps.as.cmu.edu/open/SOC/SOCServlet/search.
 Students are then required to take and successfully complete the courses below:
 2) The Core Courses (87 units) - Must be taken in THIS SEQUENCE:
 11-651 – AI & Future Markets – (12 units). First Fall semester. Only open to MSAII.
 17-762 – Law of Computer Technology (12 units). First Fall semester
 11-695 – AI Engineering (12 units). First Spring semester
 11-935 – LTI Practicum (3 units). Summer Internship
 11-654 – AI Innovation (12 units). Second Fall semester. Only open to MSAII.
 11-699 – Capstone Project (36 units). Second Spring semester. Only open to MSAII.
 3) The Knowledge Area Courses (72 units):
 11-601, Coding Bootcamp (12 units). First fall semester.
 10-601, Machine Learning (12 units), First fall semester. (Normally
 11-691, Math for Machine Learning, which is not being offered in Fall 2022.)
 10-605, Machine Learning with Large Datasets (12 units). First spring semester.
 11-611, Natural Language Processing (12 units). Second fall semester.
 11-785, Deep Learning (12 units). Second spring semester.
 One more 12-unit AI, ML or NLP course of the student’s choice (with approval of the
 Program Director)
 In the event that a course is not available, a course covering equivalent material with a
 similar degree of difficulty may be substituted with the permission of the Director. If a
 14student has already taken an equivalent course and shows proficiency in the subject
 area, a more advanced course in the area may be taken in place of these required
 courses with permission of the Director. Graduate students cannot receive credit for
 undergraduate courses.
 4) Electives:
 A minimum of 36 units of SCS courses must be taken. It is recommended to take one
 elective in the first fall semester, one or two in the first spring semester, one or two in
 the second fall semester and zero or one in the second spring semester. The courses
 below are automatically approved. A student who wants to take a course not listed
 must obtain approval of the Director prior to registering. In general, the Director will
 approve any graduate SCS course of not more than 12 units. It is also possible to seek
 approval for courses in other Colleges at CMU. However, those courses must be
 rationally related to an AI career in order to be approved as electives.
 11-636 MSAII Independent Study (may be taken ONCE as an elective unless permission
 of the Director is obtained)
 11-641 Machine Learning for Text Mining
 11-642 Search Engines
 11-676 Big Data Analytics
 11-747 Neural Networks for NLP
 11-755 Machine Learning for Signal Processing
 11-777 Advanced Multimodal Machine Learning
 11-791 Design of Intelligent Information Systems
 10-605 Machine Learning with Large Datasets
 10-608 Conversational Machine Learning
 10-702 Statistical Machine Learning
 15-624 Foundations of Cyber-Physical Systems
 15-645 Database Systems
 15-681 AI: Representation and Problem Solving
 15-688 Practical Data Science
 16-720 Computer Vision
 16-725 Medical Image Analysis
 16-772 Sensing and Sensors
 16-824 Visual Learning and Recognition
 17-637 Web Application Development
 17-639 Management of Software Development
 17-652 Methods: Deciding What to Design
 17-653 Managing Software Development
 17-766 Software Engineering for Startups
 1502-604 Fundamentals of Bioinformatics
 02-718 Computational Medicine
 Independent study (11-636) is encouraged. The process is that you find a faculty
 member willing to supervise your independent study, assign a number of credits not to
 exceed 12, and assign a grade at the end of the study. The faculty member must send
 an email to the Director indicating such willingness. You can then register for 11-636.
 Courses carrying more than 12 units in a semester are NOT APPROVED as electives.
 Students may take athletics or music or theatrical performance courses that do not
 require work outside of class times. However, such courses will NOT count toward
 the 195 units required for graduation.
 10.2.1 Incomplete Grades
 Carnegie Mellon University students are expected to complete a course during the academic
 semester in which the course was taken. However, if the instructor agrees, a grade of “I”
 (incomplete) may be given when a student has been unable to complete the work of a course.
 However, the work completed up to that date must be of passing quality and the grade of
 incomplete provides no undue advantage to that student over other students.
 By awarding an “I” grade, an instructor must specify the requirements for the completion of the
 work and designate a default letter grade in the event that the student fails to complete the
 remaining work.
 Students must complete the required course work by no later than the end of the following
 academic semester or sooner if required by the instructor.
 The instructor must record the permanent course grade by the last day of the examination
 period of the following semester, or the Registrar will automatically assign the default grade.
 If further work has not been completed after one semester and a default grade is rendered, the
 default grade will become the grade of record.
 10.2.2 Change of grades and missing grades
 If a grade has been assigned in error, it can be changed to a different permanent grade. The
 procedure for changing a grade is as follows:
  Discuss the matter with the course instructor; provide evidence that the grade issued was
 not the grade earned.
 16 If the instructor agrees, the student should contact the program administrator to process
 a Change of Grade Form in order to correct the grade that was issued in error. Generally,
 the instructor is the final authority for a course grade.
  If a grade has not been assigned, please notify the course instructor for the completion of
 a Missing Grade Form.
 10.2.3 Transferring to another program
 A student may withdraw from the MSAII program at any time. If any requirement for the
 MSAII degree has not been met, the degree will not be awarded. Occasionally, students are
 accepted into a different degree program at CMU and transfer to that program. International
 students who do this should check with OIE to ensure that their visa is not jeopardized.
 10.2.4 Intellectual Property Policy
 See http://www.cmu.edu/policies/documents/IntellProp.html.
 10.2.5 Teaching Requirements
 None. Students who wish to do so may apply for teaching assistant positions for courses in
 which they have excelled. It is important to ensure that the student’s academic responsibilities
 are not adversely impacted by a TAship, and vice-versa.
 10.3 Advising
 10.3.1 Student Advising
 Every MSAII student will be assigned an advisor, normally the Program Director. Before the
 course registration period each semester, students must meet with their advisor to discuss their
 course selection. New students will be given instructions to register for their classes during the
 summer prior to entrance.
 10.3.2 Monitoring Progress
 The advisor meets with the student at least twice a year, providing guidance and monitoring the
 student’s overall progress.
 10.3.3 Degree Certification
 Students who graduate having met all the requirements for the degree will receive a diploma
 stating that they have received a “Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence and Innovation.”
 1710.4 Internship
 Students must obtain an internship during the summer between the first and second years of the
 program. This is a requirement. An internship will provide students with the opportunity to
 apply the knowledge and technical skills learned during the first year of the program, to gain
 insight into AI and future market needs to further their experience and develop a strong context
 for the second-year concentration coursework. Normally the internship will be with an outside
 company. In some circumstances, a student who is doing research with a CMU faculty member
 during the summer may request that such research qualify as an internship.
 The internship must involve at least two months of full-time work and must relate to computer
 software development and is preferably AI-related.
 Students are encouraged to intern with an organization that corresponds to their individual area
 of interest and career goals.
 All students who secure summer internships must register for three units in 11-935 (LTI
 Practicum). This course can be taken once during the program with Pass/Fail and will be
 counted toward graduation units. International students must apply for Curricular Practical
 Training (CPT) for the internship by contacting the Office of International Education (OIE). To
 obtain CPT, students need an offer letter spelling out employment dates, work hours, and wages
 or stipend. It is the student’s responsibility in 11-935 to give a presentation during the semester
 following the internship to all current MSAII students detailing the student’s internship
 experience.
 International students who are interested in working in the U.S after graduation are required to
 consult with the Office of International Education (OIE) which oversees the OPT registration.
 Note: OPT must only be used after students have completed their degree at Carnegie Mellon.
 NOTE: Students are personally responsible for securing a suitable internship. The Career and
 Professional Development Center will assist in their search for counseling, workshops, and
 internship opportunity listings in Handshake. We strongly suggest students begin the
 internship search beginning in the Fall of your first year. Some internship opportunities have
 application deadlines in the Fall, so by starting your search early, you won't miss out on these
 internships. The Career and Professional Development Center will assist students with the
 internship search, but does not match students with employers; obtaining an internship is the
 students’ responsibility.
 The following steps are recommended to ensure a successful internship outcome. Many of the
 events below have been modified due to COVID.
 September/October
  Meet with your advisor to discuss your interests and plan your internship search.
 18 Review the internships of previous students. We also encourage you to speak informally
 with second-year students who can offer first-hand information about their internships.
  Attend the Technical Opportunities Conference (TOC) at Carnegie Mellon for exposure
 to potential employers for internships.
 November/December
  Begin researching organizations and internship opportunities. Pay close attention to
 organizations that have established internship programs and their deadlines.
  Attend workshops to perfect your resume, hone your interviewing skills, and gain
 knowledge about the internship search process.
 January/February
  At this point, you should have a “short list” of organizations at which you would like to
 intern. This list can include organizations that have established internship programs as
 well as those that interest you without formal internship programs.
  Update your resume with relevant academic projects, coursework, etc.
  Begin utilizing your network for internship leads as well as checking organization’s
 websites for internships.
  Make contact with employers, sending resumes and applications, and initiating internship
 interviews in person or by phone.
  Attend Network Nights and talk to alumni about internship opportunities in their
 organization. They are an excellent resource for learning more about a particular
 organization, career field or employment opportunity. You can find alumni in the Alumni
 Directory, Alumni Career Advisor Network, and Carnegie Mellon Alumni LinkedIn
 Network.
 March/April
  At this point, you should have secured an internship or be interviewing with various
 organizations.
  Prepare a backup plan if your first choices of internships do not work out.
  Attend relevant Network Nights and Career Fairs at Carnegie Mellon.
  If you are an F-1 Visa student, you must apply for CPT.
  MSAII students should enroll in 11-935 for three units. You will not have to pay tuition for
 this course.
 10.5 Employment Eligibility Verification
 If you are receiving compensation or a stipend from CMU, if you are going to be a TA or you are
 planning to seek a position with CMU, then Employment Eligibility Verification is required.
 Form I-9 must be completed within 3 business days of beginning work for any type of
 compensation (stipend or employment). Additional details are highlighted below.
 19To ensure compliance with federal law, Carnegie Mellon University maintains the Employment
 Eligibility Verification (I-9) Policy [pdf] covering the university’s I-9 and E-Verify requirements:
 Every individual receiving a stipend from CMU or employed by CMU must comply with the I-9
 Policy by completing the Form I-9 within three business days following the first day of stipend
 start date/employment.
 Individuals who expect to work on a federally funded project are further responsible for
 submitting an E-Verify Processing Request Form to the Office of Human Resources.
 For more information, please see CMU’s Guidance for Completing the Form I-9 and E-Verify
 Requirements at CMU [pdf], or visit the Human Resources Service website to learn more about
 Form I-9 and E-Verify and to schedule an appointment to complete the Form I-9.
 10.6 MSAII Orientation
 Each Fall semester, the MSAII program provides a program orientation to help new students
 learn about the program. All new students are required to attend them and treat them seriously
 because they explain the program sequence, its Core and Knowledge courses requirements and
 how students will meet the program learning outcomes.
 10.7 End of Semester Evaluation
 The MSAII program conducts an academic progress review at the conclusion of each semester in
 order to monitor individual student progress towards graduation. Should a student’s effort fall
 below the acceptable level of academic performance and/or fail to meet the standards
 established by the MSAII program, the student may be dismissed from the program.
 After each academic progress review, a student may receive one or more letters, indicating the
 result of the review. See Section 3.1, Course Grade and GPA Requirements, above.
 At the end of the semester, the faculty evaluates each student's academic progress. If a student
 seems to be having trouble, the faculty determines whether it believes that the student can
 finish the degree, and if so, what needs to be accomplished to get back on track. This type of
 letter should be considered a serious warning. It is not a permanent "black mark" on the
 student's record; if the student begins making satisfactory progress again, there is no official
 record of the letter in the student's transcript.
 In the most serious cases, the faculty gives the student a letter that specifies a list of conditions
 that the student must satisfy by specific deadlines. Failure to meet all of the specified conditions
 may result in the student's termination from the program.
 2010.8 Enrollment Verification
 Enrollment Services is the only University office that can provide an official letter of enrollment,
 official transcript, and enrollment verification. Enrollment verification can be requested online
 through The HUB at www.cmu.edu/hub/registrar/student-records/transcripts/.
 10.9 University Policies on Grades and Grading
 10.9.1 University Policy on Grades
 www.cmu.edu/policies/student-and-student-life/grading.html
 This policy offers details concerning university grading principles for students taking courses
 and covers the specifics of assigning and changing grades, grading options, drop/withdrawals,
 and course repeats. It also defines the undergraduate and graduate grading standards.
 10.9.2 University Policy on Grades for Transfer Courses & PCHE
 www.cmu.edu/policies/student-and-student-life/transfer-credit-evaluation-and-
 assignment.html
 Carnegie Mellon University offers students the opportunity to take courses for credit through a
 cross-registration program (see Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education (PCHE) and Cross-
 registration below) and through the receipt of transfer credit from other accredited institutions.
 The Carnegie Mellon University transcript will include information on such courses as follows:
 Carnegie Mellon courses and courses taken through the university's cross-registration program
 will have grades recorded on the transcript and be factored into the QPA. All other courses will
 be recorded on this transcript indicating where the course was taken but without a grade. Such
 courses will not be taken into account for academic actions, honors or QPA calculations. (Note:
 Suspended students may take courses elsewhere; however, they may receive transfer credit only
 if their college’s and department's policies allow this.)
 The MSAII program does not accept transfer credit for courses taken prior to matriculation at
 Carnegie Mellon.
 The MSAII program does not accept distance education credits except for distance courses
 offered by Carnegie Mellon or PCHE institutions.
 10.10 Academic Integrity
 Carnegie Mellon’s Academic Integrity policy is posted at
 https://www.cmu.edu/policies/student-and-student-life/academic-integrity.html. All students
 21are expected to be familiar with this policy, including the university-wide protocol for handling
 academic integrity violations. The policy includes the University expectations around academic
 integrity and provides definitions of cheating, plagiarism, and unauthorized assistance.
 A review of the University’s Academic Disciplinary Actions procedures
 (https://www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/theword/academic-discipline/index.html) is also
 recommended. These procedures outline the process for investigating, reporting, and
 adjudicating violations of the University Policy on Academic Integrity. The procedures also
 outline the appeal process.
 It is an absolute requirement that the work you submit must be your own, unless you
 specifically identify the source of any material that is not yours. This includes quotations and
 material from websites. In any written work (including presentations) you MUST list any
 person other than yourself who assisted you in preparing that work. Any student who violates
 the academic integrity policy will be subject to a University review that may result in
 suspension or expulsion under University policies. THE PROGRAM DIRECTOR, THE
 FACULTY AND THE UNIVERSITY ARE VERY SERIOUS ABOUT ENFORCEMENT OF THE
 ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY.
 You are not permitted to copy material from web pages, including Wikipedia, and present them
 as your own work. Any copied material MUST appear in quotation marks or italics and MUST
 be accompanied by a citation to the original source. Failure to do this violates CMU’s Policy on
 Academic Integrity, which states, “In all academic work to be graded, the citation of all sources
 is required. … Plagiarism is defined as the use of work or concepts contributed by other
 individuals without proper attribution or citation. Unique ideas or materials taken from another
 source for either written or oral use must be fully acknowledged in academic work to be
 graded.”
 It is a violation of academic integrity for you to assist anyone else in violating the policy or to
 provide your work to others to assist them. Because team deliverables are the product of joint
 work, it is the responsibility of each member of a team to ensure that all team materials have
 been produced in conformance with CMU policies. Credit cannot be given for work that is not a
 student’s own. Therefore, if one member of a team violates a policy, for example, by copying
 material from the Internet without indicating its source, then no one on the team can receive
 credit for that work, even if only one student is directly guilty of violating the policy.
 We are aware that acts that constitute cheating can be viewed very differently in different
 countries and cultures. However, Carnegie Mellon is a U.S. university and its policies reflect
 U.S. culture. Employers expect that students who graduate from Carnegie Mellon have
 obtained their degree legitimately and according to Carnegie Mellon policies. If you have any
 doubt whether proposed conduct would be considered cheating under Carnegie Mellon policies,
 ASK A FACULTY MEMBER OR THE DIRECTOR FIRST.
 22All violations of the Academic Integrity policy MUST be reported to the University
 administration by the faculty members involved. Copies go to the Program Director, the Head of
 the Language Technology Institute, the Associate Dean for Master’s Programs, and various
 officials at Warner Hall. The faculty do not have the option to decline to make a report. The
 offending student will receive an email to inform them of an Academic Integrity Violation (AIV).
 The email will specify the offense and the penalty, and will inform the student of available
 appeal procedures. An AIV that is successfully appealed is erased.
 Important note: The university policy gives a department the option of “conven[ing] a
 disciplinary hearing according to the procedures of the department/program.” The LTI has a
 “two strikes” rule. The LTI may terminate a student for a first violation, depending upon the
 circumstances and severity of the violation. The LTI always terminates a student for a second
 violation, with no exceptions.
 11 Academic Policies
 11.1 Course Registration
 11.1.1 Status
 All Students must be registered for at least 48 units during each semester. Any questions about
 registration should be directed to the Enrollment Services (the HUB). Note that International
 students are required to be registered as full-time students, minimum 36 units.
 11.1.2 Academic Calendar
 The Academic Calendar can be found at https://www.cmu.edu/hub/calendar/. All dates about
 registration, add/drop deadlines, university holidays and more can be found there.
 11.1.3 Online Registration
 All new students will register for required courses in April after accepting admission and
 receiving an Andrew ID. After that, students will register following the schedule set by the
 HUB. Note that students must meet with their advisor to obtain approval for their course
 selection. Registration information is available at
 www.cmu.edu/hub/registrar/registration/index.html. Online registration is done with an
 Andrew ID at https://www.cmu.edu/hub/sio/about.html.
 Students must register for at least 48 units per semester.
 2311.1.4 Double-Dipping
 An MSAII student who applies courses taken as part of another degree program (at Carnegie
 Mellon or elsewhere) toward their program requirements cannot use those same courses toward
 any other M.S. degree offered by the School of Computer Science without prior approval.
 11.1.5 Pass/No Pass Courses (Pass/Fail)
 With the approval of the Program Director, a graduate student may choose to take one
 ELECTIVE course pass/no pass. Core courses and Knowledge courses may not be taken pass/no
 pass. By the deadline for changing a course to pass/no pass, the student must fill out the
 Pass/No Pass Approval Form and receive permission from their advisor. A pass/no pass election
 is irrevocable as a matter of CMU policy. (A form can be found at
 https://www.cmu.edu/hub/forms.html)
 11.1.6 Auditing a Course
 With the approval of the Program Director, a graduate student may audit a course by obtaining
 the permission of the instructor or teaching department and completing the Course Audit
 Approval Form. Audited classes are not taken for credit and cannot be used to fulfill graduation
 requirements. (Audit form can be found at https://www.cmu.edu/hub/forms.html)
 11.1.7 Adding a Course
 During the ADD period of each semester (the first two weeks of the semester), students may add
 a course by registering online. After the ADD deadline, they may add a course by completing the
 Late Add Request form and obtaining the permission of both: 1) the instructor or teaching
 department and 2) their advisor. (Add form can be found at
 https://www.cmu.edu/hub/forms.html)
 11.1.8 Dropping a Course
 Dropping courses is not recommended except for reasons of health or family emergency. Many
 SCS courses have long waitlists, and dropping a course means that some other student who
 might have had the opportunity to take the course had been denied that ability. Also, if students
 in the MSAII program drop courses, then the instructors of those courses may no longer allow
 MSAIIs to enroll.
 Sometimes, however, a student’s workload can become unexpectedly heavy because of course
 requirements. No one is expected to suffer from such pressure and dropping a course may
 become a necessity. To avoid this unfortunate circumstance, you should inform yourself in
 advance of the curriculum and workload in each course you plan to take and ensure that you are
 capable of handling the load. Note that CMU SCS courses are very difficult, and students who
 24may easily have handled taking five courses simultaneously at another institution may not be
 able to do so at CMU.
 Exact add, drop and withdrawal dates may be found on the official Academic Calendar. Up until
 the deadlines, students can initiate course adds and drops through Student Information Online
 (SIO). Courses dropped by the deadline will not appear on the student's record, and courses
 withdrawn from by the deadline will receive a 'W' grade. Additionally, a voucher process has
 been implemented for late drops.
 Students taking undergraduate and Master’s level courses must follow the procedures and
 deadlines for adding, dropping, or withdrawing from courses as identified on the academic
 calendar. Information can be found at https://www.cmu.edu/hub/registrar/course-
 changes/index.html.
 Late Course Drops & Vouchers
 A late drop voucher system was implemented beginning with the fall 2018 semester to permit a
 limited number of late course drops. Master's students are permitted one drop voucher per year
 of study and may use only one voucher per semester (including summer). Courses dropped
 using a voucher will be removed from the student's record, as long as the drop is confirmed in
 SIO by the student within 24 hours of receiving the automated voucher email (refer to
 instructions below). Students may use drop vouchers up until the last day of classes each
 semester. These policies are spelled out at https://www.cmu.edu/hub/registrar/course-
 changes/index.html.
 Note that the Core courses and some Knowledge courses are only offered once per year so
 dropping a course may delay program completion.
 Note: International students must maintain a minimum of 36 units (Full time) to meet the U.S.
 government’s visa requirement. Please check with the Office of International Education (OIE)
 for more information.
 11.1.9 Transfer Credits
 https://www.cmu.edu/policies/student-and-student-life/transfer-credit-evaluation-and-
 assignment.html
 Carnegie Mellon University offers students the opportunity to take courses for credit through a
 cross-registration program (see Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education (PCHE) and Cross-
 registration below) and through the receipt of transfer credit from other accredited institutions.
 The Carnegie Mellon University transcript will include information on such courses as follows:
 Carnegie Mellon courses and courses taken through the university's cross-registration program
 will have grades recorded on the transcript and be factored into the QPA. All other courses will
 be recorded on this transcript indicating where the course was taken, but without grades. Such
 25courses will not be taken into account for academic actions, honors or QPA calculations. (Note:
 suspended students may take courses elsewhere; however, they may receive transfer credit only
 if their college's and department's policies allow this.).
 The MSAII program does not accept transfer credits.
 11.1.10 Leave of Absence
 Students who need to delay their studies for personal, medical or academic reasons may do so
 with a leave of absence (leaving the university temporarily with a commitment to return).
 Students must contact the MSAII Director to discuss their plans and fill out the appropriate
 form. The student’s place in the program will be held until a mutually determined time. For
 more information refer to www.cmu.edu/policies/student-and-student-life/student-leave.html.
 When planning to return from Leave of Absence students must complete the appropriate
 paperwork before returning to the University.
 MSAII students who require longer than the standard time to complete their degree
 requirements are expected to remain in close contact with the program, and will be certified at
 the end of the semester in which they have completed their degree requirements. Students must
 refer to the CMU Policy on Master’s Student Statute of Limitations
 (https://www.cmu.edu/policies/student-and-student-life/masters-students-statute-of-
 limitations.html) regarding guidelines and restrictions which place an upper limit on the
 maximum length of time allowable for master’s degree completion and certification.
 11.1.11 Additional Guidance for Students
 Program of study. Students seeking guidance about their program of study and degree
 requirements should consult with their academic advisor and/or appropriate associate dean.
 Financial aid and student account. Students are expected to make normal progress toward
 their degree in order to graduate within the standard timeframe for their program of study.
 Under U.S. Federal Title IV regulations, student eligibility for federal financial aid is contingent
 upon enrollment in and successful completion of courses that are counted as credit toward their
 current degree program. To receive the maximum amount of federal financial aid for which they
 may be eligible, students must enroll each semester in at least 36 units that count toward their
 current degree level. (See separate guidance regarding integrated degree completion.)
 Students should consult with their designated college liaison in The HUB regarding billing and
 financial aid, particularly for early completion, longer-than-standard completion, or integrated
 undergraduate and master’s degree programs.
 International students. Immigration status for students in F-1 and J-1 non-immigrant status is
 tied to making normal progress toward completing degree requirements. Therefore, F-1 and J-1
 26students who are considering completing their degree requirements early, anticipating longer-
 than-standard completion, or moving from an undergraduate to a graduate student classification
 (integrated undergraduate-graduate study) should consult with their designated advisor in the
 Office of International Education (OIE) to ensure compliance with immigration regulations.
 11.1.12 Withdrawal
 Students who need to withdraw from the program (leave the university with no intention of
 returning) for personal, medical or academic reasons must contact the MSAII Director to
 discuss their plans and fill out the appropriate form. For more information refer to
 www.cmu.edu/policies/student-and-student-life/student-leave.html.
 11.2 Tuition and Fees
 Information about tuition and fees is available at https://www.cmu.edu/sfs/tuition/index.html.
 MSAII students will pay tuition according to the rates set for the School of Computer Science.
 All tuition and fees must be paid in full by the due date; a student not in good financial standing
 will be dismissed from the program. Students taking summer courses must pay tuition.
 11.3 Graduation Ceremonies
 The University holds one Commencement ceremony in May of each year. Only students who
 have completed their degree requirements may participate in Commencement.
 There are no August or December commencement ceremonies.
 11.3.1 Withdrawal of Degree
 A degree once conferred can be withdrawn by the University under certain circumstances. See
 the Withdrawal of Degree Policy.
 11.4 LTI Academic Policies
 11.4.1 “Grandfather” policy
 A student can graduate under the policies in effect at the time that the student entered the
 program; or, at the student's choice, the student can graduate under policies that are adopted
 after the student entered the program. If it is not realistic to follow a particular policy exactly,
 the department may approximate the policy as closely as possible; this situation is rare and
 typically arises only when a student is enrolled in the program for an extended period.
 2711.4.2 Definition of transfer credit versus course exemption
 The LTI may grant transfer credit or issue an exemption for equivalent graduate courses
 previously completed at another institution. This decision rests with the program director, on
 the advice of the faculty member for whose course an exemption is sought. If a student is
 exempt from a required course due to prior courses or experience, the student can replace that
 course with an open elective. The student does not receive credit for the exempted course but
 can take any course that could normally count toward the degree in its place. If a student
 receives credit for prior coursework completed at Carnegie Mellon or elsewhere, the student
 receives that many units of credit and the total amount of required coursework is reduced by
 that amount.
 11.4.3 Employment/Consulting
 Since consulting provides useful experience, students are generally permitted to consult at most
 one day per seven-day week, with the Program Director's consent. International students must
 also have approval in advance from the Office of International Education (OIE) for any paid
 position. Students may use their consulting time to perform unpaid work on research projects
 for CMU faculty for up to 10 hours per week.
 Students may serve as teaching assistants for CMU faculty. TA work is inconsistent with
 research because of the necessary time commitment. Students must choose one activity or the
 other, not both.
 Note that there is an English language proficiency requirement for TAs. Graduate students are
 required to have a certain level of fluency in English before they can instruct in Pennsylvania, as
 required by the English Fluency in Higher Education Act of 1990. Through this Act, all
 institutions of higher education in the state are required to evaluate and certify the English
 fluency of all instructional personnel, including teaching assistants and interns. The full
 university policy can be reviewed at: https://www.cmu.edu/policies/faculty/evaluation-
 certification-english-fluency-instructors.html.
 11.4.4 Leave of Absence
 The LTI discourages Leaves of Absence (LOA) since students usually do not return, despite
 having good intentions. However, a student in good standing may be granted a LOA of at most
 one year, upon written request to the MSAII Director and with the consent of the student's
 advisor. It is the responsibility of the student on LOA to contact the LTI to initiate a return to
 the program.
 Students taking or returning from a leave of absence must follow the university’s leave of
 absence process, which is described at www.cmu.edu/policies/student-and-student-
 life/student-leave.html.
 2811.4.5 Satisfactory Progress
 If a student does not make satisfactory progress each semester toward completing the degree, the
 LTI may remove the student from the program. See section on “End of Semester Evaluation.”
 11.5 Carnegie Mellon Academic Policies
 11.5.1 Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities
 The Office of Disability Resources at Carnegie Mellon University has a continued mission to
 provide physical and programmatic campus access to all events and information within the
 Carnegie Mellon community. We work to ensure that qualified individuals receive reasonable
 accommodations as guaranteed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Sections 503
 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Students who would like to receive accommodations
 must submit a Voluntary Disclosure of Disability Form to access@andrew.cmu.edu to begin the
 interactive accommodation process.
 For more information, please see https://www.cmu.edu/disability-resources/.Students with
 physical, sensory, cognitive, or emotional disabilities are encouraged to self-identify with the
 Office of Disability Resources and request needed accommodations. Any questions about the
 process can be directed to access@andrew.cmu.edu, or call (412) 268-6121.
 11.5.2 Summary of Graduate Student Appeal and Grievance Procedures
 Students who believe that they have been inappropriately treated are encouraged to raise their
 concern(s) with the Program Director, department head, or other designated person in their
 department, college, or central administration according to University policies. No effort will be
 made to prevent or discourage anyone from availing themselves of such procedures (see
 Graduate Student Appeal and Procedures www.cmu.edu/graduate/policies/appeal-grievance-
 procedures.html).
 Graduate students will find the Summary of Graduate Student Appeal and Grievance
 Procedures on the Graduate Education Resource web page. This document summarizes
 processes available to graduate students who seek review of academic and non-academic issues.
 Graduate students are expected to seek informal resolution of all concerns within the applicable
 department, unit or program before invoking formal processes. When an informal resolution
 cannot be reached, however, a graduate student who seeks further review of the matter is to
 follow the formal procedures outlined here. These appeal and grievance procedures shall apply
 to students in all graduate programs of the University. Students should refer to the department
 specific information in this handbook for department and college information about the
 administration and academic policies of the program. Additionally, students may confer with
 29the Graduate Education Office (grad-ed@cmu.edu) on issues of process or other concerns as
 they navigate conflicts.
 11.5.3 Process for Appealing Final Grades
 https://www.cmu.edu/graduate/policies/appeal-grievance-procedures.html.
 Final grades will be changed only in exceptional circumstances and only with the approval of
 the instructor and the department, unit or program. Grading is a matter of sound discretion of
 the instructor and final grades are rarely changed without the consent of the instructor who
 assigned the grade. The following circumstances are the unusual exceptions that may warrant a
 grade appeal: (a) the final grade assigned for a course is based on manifest error (e.g. a clear error
 such as arithmetic error in computing a grade or failure to grade one of the answers on an exam),
 or (b) the faculty or staff member who assigned the grade did so in violation of a University
 policy
 11.5.4 Safeguarding Educational Equity:
 Policy Against Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault
 The University prohibits sex-based discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual assault, dating/
 domestic violence and stalking. The University also prohibits retaliation against individuals
 who bring forward such concerns or allegations in good faith. The University’s Sexual
 Misconduct Policy is available at www.cmu.edu/policies/administrative-and-
 governance/sexual-harassment-and-sexual-assault.html. If you believe you have been the victim
 of sexual harassment or sexual assault, you are encouraged to make contact with any of the
 following resources:
  Office of Title IX Initiatives, http://www.cmu.edu/title-ix/, 412-268-7125
  Sexual Harassment Advisors, found in Appendix A of the Policy Against Sexual
 Harassment and Sexual Assault;
  Survivor Support Network, found in Appendix B of the Policy Against Sexual
 Harassment and Sexual Assault;
  Sexual Harassment Process and Title IX Coordinators, found in section II of the Policy
 Against Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault;
  University Police, 412-268-2323
  University Health Services, 412-268-2157
  Counseling & Psychological Services, 412-268-2922
 30Additional resources and information can be found at: https://www.cmu.edu/title-ix/resources-
 and-information/resources.html.
 The University’s Policy Against Retaliation is available at
 https://www.cmu.edu/policies/administrative-and-governance/whistleblower.html
 The MSAII program has a ZERO TOLERANCE policy on sexual harassment and sexual assault.
 If you are found to have violated Carnegie Mellon policy, you will be dropped from the MSAII
 program immediately without exception. CMU has spent decades successfully developing a
 non-threatening environment for all genders and no one will be permitted to interfere with that
 accomplishment.
 Consensual Intimate Relationship Policy Regarding Undergraduate Students
 https://www.cmu.edu/policies/student-and-student-life/consensual-relationships.html
 This policy is relevant for graduate students who will be in a supervisory role of undergraduate
 students as a TA or in a research lab/studio setting. This policy addresses the circumstances in
 which romantic, sexual or amorous relationships/interactions with undergraduate students,
 even if consensual, are inappropriate and prohibited. The purpose of this policy is to assure
 healthy professional relationships. This policy is not intended to discourage consensual intimate
 relationships unless there is a conflicting professional relationship in which one party has
 authority over the other as in the policy.
 11.5.5 Cultural Tolerance
 The MSAII program is extremely diverse for a program of its size. We have students from
 numerous different countries who must work effectively in a team setting. The students
 invariably come from very different cultures that have differing attitudes towards age, gender,
 and group interaction. The program management understands this, but the students must also
 recognize that this program is being conducted in the United States and operates according to
 U.S. norms. Students and faculty, regardless of background, age, or rank, must deal with each
 other respectfully without insult or raised voices. It is impossible to conduct teamwork in any
 other way. Violations will be dealt with harshly. The Program Director is not sympathetic to
 such behavior, which will not be tolerated. Repeated infractions, or a serious single infraction
 may result in termination from the program.
 11.5.6 Language Policy
 The MSAII program is a component of the Language Technologies Institute, which studies and
 celebrates the diversity of human language and forms of expression. The LTI also recognizes the
 futility and unfairness of attempting to determine the language students must use when
 communicating. However, it is unprofessional in any official team meeting to speak a language
 31that is not understood by all team members. For example, if all members of a team understand
 Chinese, then they may use Chinese in team meetings. However, if even one team member does
 not understand Chinese, then a language must be used that is understood by all team members.
 It is recommended that non-native speakers of English use English as much as possible if they
 intend to seek employment in an English-speaking country.
 11.5.7 Childbirth/Maternity Accommodation Protocol
 The Maternity Policy is available at https://www.cmu.edu/graduate/programs-
 services/maternity-accommodation-protocol.html.
 Students whose anticipated delivery date is during the course of the semester may consider
 taking time away from their coursework and research responsibilities. All female students who
 give birth to a child while engaged in coursework or research are eligible to take either a short-
 term absence or formal leave of absence. Students in course work should consider either
 working with their course instructor to receive incomplete grades or elect to drop to part-time
 status or to take a semester leave of absence. Students engaged in research must work with
 their faculty to develop plans for the research for the time they are away.
 ● Students must contact the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs to register for Maternity
 Accommodations. Students will complete an information form and meet with a member of the
 Dean’s Office staff to determine resources and procedures appropriate for the individual student.
 ○ Planning for the student’s discussion with appropriate academic contact(s)
 (advisor, associate dean, etc.) may be reviewed during this meeting.
 ● Students in course work should consider options for the semester of the anticipated
 birth such as working with their course instructors to receive incomplete grades, electing to
 drop to part-time status or taking a full semester leave of absence.
 ● Students engaged in research must work with their faculty to develop plans for the
 research for the time they are away and for resuming upon return.
 ● Master's students who receive an academic stipend funded by Carnegie Mellon are
 eligible to continue to receive stipend funding for up to six (6) weeks during a Short-Term
 Maternity Accommodation or a Formal Leave of Absence. Continued academic stipend funding
 may be extended by two (2) weeks, for a total of eight (8) weeks, if an absence longer than six
 weeks is medically necessary. To receive this support students must be registered with the
 Office of the Dean of Students.
 Students are encouraged to consult with relevant university faculty and staff as soon as possible
 as they begin making plans regarding time away. Students must contact the Office of the Dean
 of Student Affairs to register for Maternity Accommodations. Students will complete an
 information form and meet with a member of Dean’s Office staff to determine resources and
 32procedures appropriate for the individual student. Planning for the student’s discussion with
 her academic contact(s) (advisor, associate dean, etc.) will be reviewed during this meeting.
 11.6 Statute of Limitations
 As outlined in the Master’s Students Statute of Limitations, www.cmu.edu/policies/student-
 and-student-life/masters-students-statute-of-limitations.html, students must complete all
 requirements for the master’s degree within a maximum of seven years from original
 matriculation as a master’s student, or less if required by a more restrictive department, school
 or college policy. Once this time-to-degree limit has lapsed, the person may resume work
 towards a master’s degree only if newly admitted to a currently offered master’s degree program
 under criteria determined by that program.
 Under extraordinary circumstances, such as leave of absence, military or public service, family or
 parental leave, or temporary disability, a school or college may, upon the relevant department's
 recommendation and with the written approval of the dean (or designate), defer the lapse for a
 period commensurate with the duration of that interruption. Students who are pursuing a
 master’s degree as part-time students for all semesters of their program, as approved by their
 program, may also appeal to their program or department for extension of the time to degree
 limit.
 Any request for a waiver of the statute of limitations must be approved by the Department Head
 and by the SCS Associate Dean for Masters Programs. The waiver request must explain the
 exceptional circumstances that warrant an extension. For cases in which a waiver is granted,
 the waiver will cover specific courses and will specify a time period for completion of the
 program.
 See also the ‘Duration of Study’ policy.
 11.7 Residency Requirement
 The MSAII is a full-time, in-residence program conducted only on the Pittsburgh campus. In
 exceptional circumstances, such as visa complications or medical exigencies, permission may be
 granted by the Director allowing a student to participate in short portions of the program
 remotely. This is not possible for first-year students.
 12 Financial Issues
 12.1 Graduate Student Funding
 33The LTI does not provide financial aid or support to students in the professional MS programs.
 Students are encouraged to seek financial aid and support from other sources. The HUB website
 (https://www.cmu.edu/sfs/financial-aid/graduate/index.html) provides the Graduate Financial
 Aid Guide, information about funding options and how to apply for financial aid and other
 helpful links. Additional information on financial issues for graduate students can be found on
 the web at www.cmu.edu/hub/new-grad/.
 Students in the professional MS programs are not prohibited from seeking support as Teaching
 Assistants and Research Assistants. However, typically full-time MS students do not have time
 for these activities. Typically Research Assistantships are most likely to be awarded to students
 in Carnegie Mellon’s research-oriented degree programs.
 12.2 University Financial Aid
 Graduate students should consult the graduate student financial aid information found on The
 HUB website: www.cmu.edu/sfs/financial-aid/graduate/index.html. Students will find the
 Graduate Financial Aid Guide, information about funding options and how to apply for financial
 aid and other helpful links.
 12.3 Health Insurance
 Carnegie Mellon has a Student Health Insurance policy requiring full-time, degree-seeking
 students to carry adequate medical insurance. Students must either purchase the plan offered by
 the University or an application for a waiver can be made if the student is “enrolled as the
 dependent, partner/spouse or principal in an employer or government-sponsored insurance
 plan” (see the Carnegie Mellon University Student Health Insurance Policy at
 https://www.cmu.edu/policies/student-and-student-life/student-health-insurance.html).
 It is the responsibility of each student to make arrangements with Student Health Services to
 either pay for their insurance at the beginning of the semester, or elect a payment plan over the
 course of the academic year. More information is available at the Student Health Services Web
 site www.cmu.edu/health-services/student-insurance/.
 12.4 Emergency Loans
 https://www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/dean/loans/
 All students regardless of their program are eligible for the Emergency Student Loan, which is an
 interest-free and emergency-based loan repayable within 30 days. It is available through the
 Office of the Dean of Student Affairs; students may apply for the loan by stopping in to the
 Student Affairs Office, Warner Hall 321, or by calling (412) 268-2075 for an appointment.
 3413 Additional University Resources
 13.1 The HUB Student Services Center
 thehub@andrew.cmu.edu and www.cmu.edu/hub/
 The HUB is located in Warner Hall, Lower Level. The HUB staff delivers comprehensive service
 and counsel to students and families regarding financial aid, billing and payment, registration
 and academic records. The Assistant Directors in The HUB serve as contacts for specific colleges
 and assist enrolled students with key aspects of the enrollment process. A student can find their
 assigned HUB Assistant Director on their Student Information Online (SIO) Resource
 page. Questions that need specialized, in-depth attention can be directed to the student's
 assigned Assistant Director. For general questions and information, students may email The
 HUB or call 412-268-8186.
 13.2 Student Information Online (SIO)
 Student Information Online (SIO) is a secure site where students can find important,
 personalized information, including E-Bills and student account information, financial aid status
 and eligibility, grades and QPA, and course schedules. Students can update their and their
 spouse’s or domestic partner's contact information, sign up for E-Check & E-Refund, authorize
 their spouses, domestic partners or another individual to receive a copy of their E-Bill, request
 verifications, view their housing and meal plan assignments, and much more. Students can log
 on to SIO by going to www.cmu.edu/hub/sio and entering their Andrew User ID and password.
 On SIO, students will designate an emergency contact address of a relative or family friend to be
 contacted in the case of an emergency. If students do not want their name and address
 published in the campus directory, they must notify the HUB in writing.
 13.3 ID Cards
 Graduate students can obtain their ID card from The HUB once they have been entered into SIO
 for the semester. These cards identify their holders as members of the campus community.
 Student cards are deactivated upon the cardholder’s separation from the university.
 Affiliate ID Cards are available for spouses and partners of graduate students that allow them to
 access Carnegie Mellon’s campus. These cards are available through The HUB to spouses and
 partners of graduate students who are enrolled for the current academic year in a full-time
 graduate degree program. The card is valid for one year. For information about domestic
 partner registration, visit the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs webpage:
 www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/dean/domestic-partner/.
 35For more information about student and affiliate ID cards (spouse, domestic partners and
 dependent children), please visit https://www.cmu.edu/oie/settling-in-guide/information-for-
 families.html.
 13.4 Transcripts
 Information about and instructions for ordering transcripts are available at:
 www.cmu.edu/hub/registrar/student-records/transcripts/. Transcript questions may be directed
 to cmuregistrar@andrew.cmu.edu.
 13.5 Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education (PCHE) and Cross-registration
 www.cmu.edu/hub/registrar/registration/cross/index.html
 Cross-registration provides an opportunity for enriched educational programs by permitting
 full-time graduate students to cross-register for courses (usually no more than one per semester)
 at a Pittsburgh Council on Higher Education (PCHE) Institution. Full-time Carnegie Mellon
 degree students are eligible and the PCHE course may not count towards full-time status unless
 the student is enrolled in an inter-university program. Students interested in taking advantage
 of this opportunity should be familiar with the Policy on Grades for Transfer Courses already
 outlined previously in this handbook.
 Department specific information about graduate students’ ability to cross register and transfer
 grades should be included here.
 13.6 Student Privacy Rights and FERPA
 www.cmu.edu/policies/student-and-student-life/privacy-rights-students.html
 This university policy notifies students of their rights under the federal Family Educational
 Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). According to FERPA, students have the right to:
  inspect and review their education records;
  request an amendment to their education record if they believe they are inaccurate or
 misleading;
  request a hearing if their request for an amendment is not resolved to their satisfaction;
  consent to disclosure of personally identifiable information from their education records,
 except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent;
  file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education Family Policy Compliance Office
 if they believe their rights under FERPA have been violated.
 36For questions about Student Privacy Rights, FERPA or filing a complaint, contact John
 Papinchak, University Registrar, jp7p@andrew.cmu.edu, in Enrollment Services.
 13.7 Academic Calendar
 The official academic calendar is published by Enrollment Services. It is not uncommon for
 departments and colleges to have academic requirements that differ from or are in addition to
 those presented in the academic calendar provided to the campus community by Enrollment
 Services. See https://www.cmu.edu/hub/calendar/docs/2223-academic-calendar.pdf..
 13.8 Professional Development
 The Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC) (www.cmu.edu/career/)at Carnegie
 Mellon is a centralized career center staffed by a team of seasoned and highly-educated
 professionals who orchestrate the career exploration, experiential learning, and career
 networking needs of students and alumni.
 Carnegie Mellon's career and professional development model is grounded in discipline-specific
 career development, experiential learning, and employer relations shaped by strong connections
 with the university's seven academic colleges. The center's success is founded upon a solid
 understanding of career and professional development theory, integration of technology, and an
 unwavering commitment to providing personalized attention towards meeting the unique
 individual needs of students, alumni, and employers. The CDPC is located on the second floor of
 the West Wing Dormitory, 412-268-2064.
 The Office of the Assistant Vice Provost for Graduate Education (AVPGE) offers a robust
 schedule of professional development opportunities. Some are geared towards a specific
 population (master’s students, PhD students at the beginning of their program, graduate
 students seeking tenure track positions, etc.) and others are open to all graduate students (time
 management, balancing, staying healthy). A full schedule of programs can be found at:
 www.cmu.edu/graduate/.
 13.9 University Libraries
 search.library.cmu.edu
 There are three main libraries at Carnegie Mellon: Hunt Library, Mellon Institute Library and
 Engineering & Science Library with the combined mission of providing access and help to
 graduate students in finding the information needed, teaching graduate students to evaluate
 available information and use reliable sources. The libraries’ digital resources and services,
 including off-campus/ wireless access to databases and e-journals, offer online access. There are
 37also two neighboring libraries open to Carnegie Mellon graduate students: Carnegie Library of
 Pittsburgh and University of Pittsburgh Libraries. Visit the University Libraries website for
 information about all mentioned library locations and hours, on-line resources and FAQ’s.
 13.10 Computing Services
 www.cmu.edu/computing/
 Computing Services is located in Cyert Hall 285. Computing Services develops, maintains and
 supports the computing infrastructure for Carnegie Mellon students, faculty members and staff
 members. This includes the campus wired and wireless networks, public computer labs or
 “clusters,” cable television and telephone services, computing related documentation and
 support through the Help Center. In addition, Computing Services provides standard classroom
 technologies for over 100 lecture halls, classrooms and seminar rooms across campus. The
 website contains additional information regarding The Help Center hours, location and contact
 information, computing cluster hours and location, the Carnegie Mellon web portal, computing
 security and policies and guidelines. Students can email the Help Center at it-help@cmu.edu
 with questions and for assistance.
 13.11 Family and Dependents Resources
 The Graduate Student Assembly website maintains a resource page for spouses, domestic
 partners and families of graduate students: www.cmu.edu/stugov/gsa/Resources-for-Graduate-
 Students/Partner-and-Family-Resources.html, including The Student Parent Association, new
 mother rooms, and links to resources around campus and the Pittsburgh area.
 13.12 Domestic Partner Registration
 Carnegie Mellon extends certain benefits to domestic partners of students. Eligible students
 may elect benefits for their domestic partners through the registration process orchestrated by
 the Office of the Dean of Students, 3rd floor Warner Hall. Information regarding the benefits
 available for domestic partners, eligibility for domestic partner benefits, registration
 instructions and forms can be located at: www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/dean/domestic-partner/.
 13.13 Housing
 The university does not currently offer housing to graduate students. The Office of Housing
 and Dining Services provides community housing information to assist graduate students who
 are seeking housing in the communities surrounding the university, including information on
 38the legal aspects of renting an apartment, moving checklists and the off-campus housing
 database. This information can be located at: https://www.cmu.edu/housing/.
 13.14 Dining
 www.cmu.edu/dining/
 Dining services and operations are offered through the Office of Housing and Dining Services.
 The office operates dining locations open around campus in academic buildings, Hunt Library
 and the University Center. These locations offer flexible hours with options from the early
 morning through late night. The Dining Services website contains information about dining
 locations, hours of operation, graduate student dining plans forms, nutritional information, and
 weekly menus for dining locations.
 13.15 Parking and Transportation
 www.cmu.edu/parking/
 Graduate students will find information about parking and availability, parking policies,
 transportation options and Port Authority Transit usage with a valid university ID on the
 Parking and Transportation Services site. The Parking and Transportation Services office is
 located in the East Campus Garage by the Forbes Ave entrance. There is limited parking on
 campus, and the varying permit rates can be found on the website. All parking areas of campus
 are either by permit, metered or by the hour in the garage. Parking and Transportation Services
 will ticket any car parked in a permit area without a permit or at an expired meter. The city
 monitors the metered parking along Margaret Morrison, Frew and Tech Streets and will ticket
 at expired meters as well.
 The university offers shuttle and escort services operated by University Police. The Shuttle
 Service operates several routes within Oakland, Squirrel Hill and Shadyside areas, as well as to
 University sites located outside of the main campus. The Escort Service offers vehicle routes
 within a radius of campus between 6:30 pm-4:15 am daily. Information regarding up-to-date
 shuttle and escort schedules, pick-up/drop-off locations, routes and usage policies can be found
 at www.cmu.edu/parking/shuttle/index.html.
 SafeWalk provides another option to campus community members walking across and around
 campus during late-night hours. SafeWalk is a student volunteer organization that provides
 campus escorts for all members of the Carnegie Mellon community. SafeWalk operates nightly
 during the regular academic year (except certain holidays and break periods) from 10pm until
 2am. Students, faculty, and staff may request an escort by calling 412-268-SAFE (8-7233 from a
 campus phone), by approaching an escort team, or by stopping by the SafeWalk dispatch area in
 the University Center, Lower Level near the Post Office Package Pick-Up window between
 10pm-2am. SafeWalk will escort to locations approximately one mile from campus. Additional
 39SafeWalk information can be found at https://www.cmu.edu/admission/campus-
 experience/student-services.
 13.16 Copying, Printing and Mailing Services
 Carnegie Mellon offers community members easy access to FedEx, copy centers, printing and
 mailing services, and postal services. More information regarding these services, locations and
 contact information can be found in The Word at
 www.cmu.edu/tartanink/copyprint/index.html
 13.17 University Center
 www.cmu.edu/university-center
 The University Center is a centerpiece of the campus that provides a space for special events,
 physical fitness, student organizations and various activities, as well as accommodating retail
 and dining services. As the campus crossroads, the University Center functions as a place for
 students to interact, get involved and enjoy new experiences. Visit the University Center
 website for information about campus eateries, ATMs and PNC Bank, fitness rooms and
 schedules, retail stores, scheduling University Center space, the public prayer room, student
 organizations and the Wright-Rogal Chapel.
 The University Center Information Desk is the location if you want to know about upcoming
 campus events or have questions about Carnegie Mellon in general, call the Information Desk at
 412-268-2107. The Information Desk not only provides information about campus events, but
 also sells postage stamps, makes copies, sends faxes, distributes campus maps, manages a lost &
 found, and has information brochures about Pittsburgh and the campus.
 13.18 Athletic/Fitness Facilities
 www.cmu.edu/athletics
 For the participant or the spectator, Carnegie Mellon offers intercollegiate athletics, intramural
 sports, physical education classes and club sports. The Athletics Department also offers aerobics
 classes in the University Center and Skibo Gym as well as occasional workshops and instruction
 related to fitness and health. The Athletics Office is located in the Cohon University Center.
 Skibo Gym facilities include courts for basketball, volleyball, badminton, as well as weight-
 training and aerobic equipment. The University Center’s recreational facilities include an eight-
 lane pool, racquetball and squash courts, aerobics room, fitness center and gym for basketball
 and volleyball. All users must present a current Carnegie Mellon Card to use these facilities.
 4013.19 CMU Alert
 www.cmu.edu/alert
 CMU Alert sends voice and/or text messages to registered phones in the event of a campus
 emergency that threatens public safety or during tests of the system in the spring and fall
 semesters. Students can register for CMU Alert through the website.
 14 Appendix A: 2022-2023 University Resources for Graduate Students
 14.1 Key Offices for Graduate Student Support
 14.1.1 Graduate Education Office
 www.cmu.edu/graduate; grad-ed@cmu.edu
 The Graduate Education Office provides central support for all Master’s and Doctoral students
 with a focus on their academic experience at Carnegie Mellon. The Graduate Education Office
 serves as a hub for connecting graduate students to relevant campus experts and resources to
 support their academic success, understanding of university level policies and practices and to assist
 them in advancing their personal and professional development.
 Examples of resources offered through the Graduate Education Office include- but are not
 limited to:
  Website with university resources, contact information for CMU programs and
 services, calendar of events related to graduate students
  Bi-monthly email to all graduate students with information on activities, resources
 and opportunities
  Professional Development Seminars and Workshops
  GSA/Provost Conference Funding Grants
  GSA/Provost Small Research Grants (GuSH)
  Consultations on issues related to the graduate student experience
 The Graduate Education Office also works with the colleges and departments by informing and
 assisting in developing policy and procedures relevant to graduate students and working with
 departments on issues related to graduate students. Additionally we partner with many other
 offices and organizations, such as the Graduate Student Assembly, to support the holistic graduate
 student educational experience
 14.1.2 Office of the Dean of Students
 https://www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/dean
 41The Office of the Dean of Students provides central leadership of the metacurricular
 experience at Carnegie Mellon including the coordination of student support. Vice President
 of Student Affairs and Dean of Students Gina Casalegno leads the Division of Student Affairs
 which includes the offices and departments listed below (not an exhaustive list).
 Graduate students will find the enrollment information for Domestic Partner Registration and
 Maternity Accommodations in the Office of the Dean of Students or on their website. This
 Office also manages the Emergency Student Loan (ESLs) process. Emergency Student Loans
 are made available through generous gifts of alumni and friends of the university. The
 Emergency Student Loan is an interest-free, emergency-based loan repayable to the university
 within 30 days. Loans are available to enrolled students for academic supplies, medication,
 food or other expenses not able to be met due to unforeseeable circumstances.
 Additional resources for graduate students include College Liaisons and the Student Support
 Resources team. College Liaisons are senior members of the Division of Student Affairs who
 work with departments and colleges addressing student concerns across a wide range of
 issues. College Liaisons are identified on the student SIO page in the Important Contacts list.
 The Student Support Resources team offers an additional level of support for students who are
 navigating any of a wide range of life events. Student Support Resources staff members work
 in partnership with campus and community resources to provide coordination of care and
 support appropriate to each student’s situation.
 The Division of Student Affairs includes (not an exhaustive list):
  Athletics, Physical Education and Recreation
  Career and Professional Development Center (CPDC)
  Center for Student Diversity and Inclusion
  Cohon University Center
  Counseling & Psychological Services (CaPS)
  Dining Services
  Office of Community Standards and Integrity (OCSI)
  Office of Student Leadership, Involvement, and Civic Engagement (SLICE)
  University Health Services (UHS)
  Wellness Initiatives
 14.1.3 Center for Student Diversity & Inclusion
 https://www.cmu.edu/student-diversity/
 Diversity and inclusion have a singular place among the values of Carnegie Mellon University.
 42The Center for Student Diversity & Inclusion actively cultivates a strong, diverse and inclusive
 community capable of living out these values and advancing research, creativity, learning and
 development that changes the world.
 The Center offers resources to enhance an inclusive and transformative student experience in
 dimensions such as access, success, campus climate and intergroup dialogue. Additionally, the
 Center supports and connects historically underrepresented students and those who are first in
 their family to attend college in a setting where students’ differences and talents are appreciated
 and reinforced, both at the graduate and undergraduate level. Initiatives coordinated by the
 Center include, but are not limited to:
  First generation/first in family to attend college programs
  LGBTQ+ Initiatives
  Race and ethnically-focused programs, including Inter-University Graduate Students of
 Color Series (SOC) and PhD SOC Network
  Women’s empowerment programs, including Graduate Women’s Gatherings (GWGs)
  Transgender and non-binary student programs
 14.1.4 Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities
 http://www.cmu.edu/disability-resources/
 The Office of Disability Resources at Carnegie Mellon University has a continued mission to
 provide physical, digital, and programmatic access to ensure that students with disabilities have
 equal access to their educational experience. We work to ensure that qualified individuals
 receive reasonable accommodations as guaranteed by the Americans with Disabilities Act
 (ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Students who would like to receive
 accommodations can begin the process through Disability Resources' secure online portal or
 email access@andrew.cmu.edu to begin the interactive accommodation process.
 Students with physical, sensory, cognitive, or emotional disabilities are encouraged to self-
 identify with the Office of Disability Resources and request needed accommodations. Any
 questions about the process can be directed to access@andrew.cmu.edu, or call (412) 268-6121.
 14.1.5 Eberly Center for Teaching Excellence & Educational Innovation
 www.cmu.edu/teaching
 We offer a wide variety of confidential, consultation services and professional development
 programs to support graduate students as teaching assistants or instructors of record during
 their time at Carnegie Mellon University and as future faculty members at other institutions.
 Regardless of one's current or future teaching context and duties, our goal is to disseminate
 evidence-based teaching strategies in ways that are accessible and actionable. Programs and
 43services include campus-wide Graduate Student Instructor Orientation events and our Future
 Faculty Program, both of which are designed to help participants be effective and efficient in
 their teaching roles. The Eberly Center also assists departments in creating and conducting
 customized programs to meet the specific needs of their graduate student instructors. Specific
 information about Eberly Center support for graduate students is found at
 www.cmu.edu/teaching/graduatestudentsupport/index.html.
 14.1.6 Graduate Student Assembly
 www.cmu.edu/stugov/gsa/index.html
 The Graduate Student Assembly (GSA) is the branch of Carnegie Mellon Student Government
 that represents, and advocates for the diverse interests of all graduate students at CMU. GSA is
 composed of representatives from the different graduate programs and departments who want
 to improve the graduate student experience at the different levels of the university. GSA is
 funded by the Student Activities Fee from all graduate students. GSA passes legislation, allocates
 student activities funding, advocates for legislative action locally and in Washington D.C. on
 behalf of graduate student issues and needs, and otherwise acts on behalf of all graduate student
 interests. Our recent accomplishments are a testament to GSA making a difference, and steps to
 implementing the vision laid out by the strategic plan. https://www.cmu.edu/stugov/gsa/About-
 the-GSA/Strategic-Plan.html.
 GSA offers an expanding suite of social programming on and off-campus to bring graduate
 students from different departments together and build a sense of community. GSA is the host
 of the Graduate Student Lounge on the 3rd floor of the Cohon University Center- a great place to
 study or meet up with friends. GSA also maintains a website of graduate student resources on
 and off-campus. Through GSA’s continued funding for professional development and research
 conferences, the GSA/Provost Conference Funding Program and GSA/Provost GuSH Research
 Grants are able to run, as managed by the Graduate Education Office. As we move forward, GSA
 will continue to rely on your feedback to improve the graduate student experience at CMU. Feel
 free to contact us at <gsa@cmu.edu> to get involved, stop by our office in the Cohon University
 Center Room 304 or become a representative for your department.
 14.1.7 Office of International Education (OIE)
 http://www.cmu.edu/oie/
 Carnegie Mellon hosts international graduate and undergraduate students who come from
 more than 90 countries. The Office of International Education (OIE) is the liaison to the
 University for all non-immigrant students and scholars, as well the repository for study
 abroad opportunities and advisement. OIE provides many services including: advising on
 personal, immigration, study abroad, academic, and social and acculturation issues; presenting
 programs of interest such as international career workshops, tax workshops, and cross-
 44cultural and immigration workshops; international education and statistics on international
 students in the United States; posting pertinent information to students through email and
 the OIE website, and conducting orientation and pre-departure programs.
 14.1.8 Veterans and Military Community
 http://www.cmu.edu/veterans/
 Military veterans are a vital part of the Carnegie Mellon University community. Graduate
 students can find information on applying for veteran education benefits, campus services,
 veteran’s groups at CMU, and non-educational resources through the Veterans and Military
 Community website. There are also links and connections to veteran resource in the Pittsburgh
 community. The ROTC and Veteran Affairs Coordinator can be reached at uro-
 vaedbenefits@andrew.cmu.edu or 412-268-8747.
 14.1.9 Carnegie Mellon Ethics Hotline
 https://www.cmu.edu/hr/resources/ethics-hotline.html
 The health, safety and well-being of the university community are top priorities at Carnegie
 Mellon University. CMU provides a hotline that all members of the university community
 should use to confidentially report suspected unethical activity relating to areas below:
  Academic and Student Life
  Bias Reporting
  Environmental Health and Safety
  Financial Matters
  High-Risk Incident
  Human Resource Related
  Information Systems
  Research
  Threat of Business Interruption
  Threat of Violence or Physical Harm
  Title IX
 Students, faculty and staff can anonymously file a report by calling 877-700-7050 or
 visiting www.reportit.net(user name: tartans; password: plaid). All submissions are reported to
 appropriate university personnel.
 The hotline is NOT an emergency service. For emergencies, call University Police at 412-
 268-2323.
 14.2 Key Offices for Academic & Research Support
 4514.2.1 Computing and Information Resources
 www.cmu.edu/computing
 Computing Services maintains and supports computing resources for the campus community,
 including the campus wired and wireless networks, printing, computer labs, file storage, email
 and software catalog. As members of this community, we are all responsible for the security of
 these shared resources. Be sure to review the Safe Computing
 (https://www.cmu.edu/computing/safe/) section and the University Computing Policy
 (https://www.cmu.edu/policies/information-technology/computing.html)
 Visit the Computing Services website (https://www.cmu.edu/computing/) to learn more. For
 assistance the Computing Services Help Center is available at 412-268-4357 (HELP) or it-
 help@cmu.edu.
 14.2.2 Student Academic Success Center
 https://www.cmu.edu/student-success/
 Student Academic Support Programs
 Tartan Scholars
  The Tartan Scholars program was created to provide support for limited resourced
 students through an intentional first year undergraduate experience with the goals of
 enhancing the cohort’s skill and community building through a lens of self -authorship,
 growth mindset, and a sense of belonging. As part of the Student Academic Success
 Center, Tartan Scholars are invited to join the University and participate in summer
 initiatives and pre-orientation activities prior to their first year at the University.
  There are opportunities for graduate students to serve as accountability, learning, or
 development partners, workshop facilitators, and presenters. Contact Diane Hightower
 at ddhighto@andrew.cmu.edu for more details.
 Learning Support
  Supplemental Instruction: Supplemental Instruction (SI) is an academic support model
 that utilizes peer-assisted study sessions. The SI program provides regularly scheduled
 review sessions on course materials outside the classroom. SI is a non-remedial approach
 to learning as the program targets high-risk courses and is available in select courses
 based on data related to past student performance and feasibility.
  Peer Tutoring: Weekly Tutoring Appointments are offered in a one-on-one and small
 group format to students from any discipline who need assistance with a course that may
 not be supported by our other services. Weekly appointments give students the
 opportunity to interact regularly with the same tutor to facilitate deeper understanding
 46of concepts. Students can register online through the Student Academic Success website.
  Academic Coaching: Academic Coaching provides holistic one-on-one peer support and
 group workshops to help students find and implement their conditions for success. We
 assist students in improving time management, productive habits, organization, stress
 management, and study skills. Students will request support through the Academic
 Success Center website and attend in-person meetings or meet using video and audio
 conferencing technology to provide all students with support.
  “Just in Time” Workshops: The Student Academic Success team is available to partner
 with instructors and departments to identify skills or concepts that would benefit from
 supplemental offerings (workshops, boot camps) to support students’ academic success
 and learning. We are eager to help convene and coordinate outside of the classroom
 skill-building opportunities that can be open to any student interested in building skill
 or reinforcing course concept mastery.
  Study Partners: Support for students to create and benefit from their own study groups:
 The Student Academic Success team assists students in forming and benefiting from peer
 study groups, whereby all students can reap the benefits of peer-to-peer learning,
 student agency, and collaboration skill development. Staff from the Student Academic
 Success Center will be made available to instructors and students to assist with the
 formation of peer-led study groups. This level of support is open to any course where the
 instructor requests or agrees such support is appropriate and students are interested in
 both leading and participating.
 Language and Cross-cultural Support
 More than 60% of graduate students at Carnegie Mellon are international students, and others
 are nonnative speakers of English who have attended high school or undergraduate programs in
 the US. Many of these students want to hone their language and cross-cultural skills for
 academic and professional success. Students can choose from sessions on
  how to give a strong presentation,
  writing academic emails,
  expectations and strategies for clear academic writing,
  how to talk about yourself as a professional in the U.S.,
  developing clearer pronunciation,
  using accurate grammar,
  building fluency, and more.
  Students can make an appointment with a Language Development Specialist to get
 individualized coaching on language or cross-cultural issues.
 The Student Academic Success Center is also charged with certifying the language of
 International Teaching Assistants (ITAs), ensuring that nonnative English speakers have the
 language proficiency needed to succeed as teaching assistants in the Carnegie Mellon classroom.
 47Students preparing to do an ITA Certification should plan to take classes offered by the
 language support team at the SASC from the beginning of their first semester. Start by
 contacting the language support team at the SASC website or attend a Language Support
 Orientation at the SASC or in your department.
 14.2.3 University Libraries
 www.library.cmu.edu
 The University Libraries offers a wide range of information resources and services supporting
 graduate students in course-work, research, teaching, and publishing. The library licenses and
 purchases books, journals, media and other needed materials in various formats. Library liaisons,
 consultants and information specialists provide in-depth and professional assistance and advice
 in all-things information - including locating and obtaining specific resources, providing
 specialized research support, advanced training in the use and management of data. Sign up for
 workshops and hands-on topic-specific sessions such as data visualization with Tableau,
 cleaning data with OpenRefine, and getting started with Zotero. Weekly drop-in hours for
 Digital Humanities and for Research Data Research Management are scheduled during the
 academic year. Start at the library home page to find the books, journals and databases you need;
 to identify and reach out to the library liaison in your field; to sign up for scheduled workshops;
 and to connect with consultants in scholarly publishing, research data management, and digital
 humanities.
 14.2.4 Research at Carnegie Mellon
 www.cmu.edu/research/index.shtml
 The primary purpose of research at the university is the advancement of knowledge in all fields
 in which the university is active. Research is regarded as one of the university’s major
 contributions to society and as an essential element in education, particularly at the graduate
 level and in faculty development. Research activities are governed by several university policies.
 Guidance and more general information can be found by visiting the Research at Carnegie
 Mellon website.
 14.2.5 Office of Research Integrity & Compliance
 www.cmu.edu/research-compliance/index.html
 The Office of Research Integrity & Compliance (ORIC) is designed to support research at
 Carnegie Mellon University. The staff work with researchers to ensure research is conducted
 with integrity and in accordance with federal and Pennsylvania regulation. ORIC assists
 researchers with human subject research, conflicts of interest, responsible conduct of research,
 export controls, and institutional animal care & use. ORIC also provides consultation, advice,
 and review of allegations of research misconduct.
 4814.3 Key Offices for Health, Wellness & Safety
 14.3.1 Counseling & Psychological Services
 https://www.cmu.edu/counseling/
 Counseling & Psychological Services (CaPS) affords the opportunity for students to talk
 privately about academic and personal concerns in a safe, confidential setting. An initial
 consultation at CaPS can help clarify the nature of the concern, provide immediate support, and
 explore further options if needed. These may include a referral for counseling within CaPS, to
 another resource at Carnegie Mellon, or to another resource within the larger Pittsburgh
 community. CaPS also provides workshops and group sessions on mental health related topics
 specifically for graduate students on campus. CaPS services are provided at no
 cost. Appointments can be made in person, or by telephone at 412-268-2922.
 14.3.2 Health Services
 www.cmu.edu/HealthServices/
 University Health Services (UHS) is staffed by physicians, advanced practice clinicians and
 registered nurses who provide general medical care, allergy injections, first aid, gynecological
 care and contraception as well as on-site pharmaceuticals. The CMU Student Insurance Plan
 covers most visit fees to see the physicians and advanced practice clinicians & nurse visits. Fees
 for prescription medications, laboratory tests, diagnostic procedures and referral to the
 emergency room or specialists are the student’s responsibility and students should review the
 UHS website and their insurance plan for detailed information about the university health
 insurance requirement and fees.
 UHS also has a registered dietician and health promotion specialists on staff to assist students in
 addressing nutrition, drug and alcohol and other healthy lifestyle issues. In addition to providing
 direct health care, UHS administers the Student Health Insurance Program. The Student Health
 Insurance plan offers a high level of coverage in a wide network of health care providers and
 hospitals. Appointments can be made by visiting UHS’s website, walk-in, or by telephone, 412-
 268-2157.
 14.3.3 Campus Wellness
 https://www.cmu.edu/wellness/
 At Carnegie Mellon, we believe our individual and collective well-being is rooted in healthy
 connections to each other and to campus resources. The university provides a wide variety of
 wellness, mindfulness and connectedness initiatives and resources designed to help students
 thrive inside and outside the classroom. The BeWell@CMU e-newsletter seeks to be a
 comprehensive resource for CMU regarding all wellness-inspired events, announcements and
 professional and personal development opportunities. Sign up for the Be Well monthly
 49newsletter via https://bit.ly/BeWellNewsletter or by contacting the Program Director for
 Student Affairs Wellness Initiatives, at alusk@andrew.cmu.edu.
 14.3.4 Religious and Spiritual Life Initiatives (RSLI)
 www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/spirituality
 Carnegie Mellon is committed to the holistic growth of our students, including creating
 opportunities for spiritual and religious practice and exploration. We have relationships with
 local houses of worship from various traditions and many of these groups are members of CMU’s
 Council of Religious Advisors. We also offer programs and initiatives that cross traditional
 religious boundaries in order to increase knowledge of and appreciation for the full diversity of
 the worldview traditions. Our RSLI staff are here to support students across the spectrum of
 religious and spiritual practice and would be more than happy to help you make a connection
 into a community of faith during your time at CMU.
 14.3.5 University Police
 http://www.cmu.edu/police/
 412-268-2323 (emergency only), 412-268-6232 (non-emergency)
 The University Police Department is located at 300 South Craig Street (entrance is on Filmore
 Street). The department’s services include police patrols and call response, criminal
 investigations, fixed officer and foot officer patrols, event security, and crime prevention and
 education programming as well as bicycle and laptop registration. Visit the department’s
 website for additional information about the staff, emergency phone locations, crime prevention,
 lost and found, finger print services, and annual statistic reports.
 Carnegie Mellon University publishes an annual campus security and fire safety report
 describing the university’s security, alcohol and drug, sexual assault, and fire safety policies and
 containing statistics about the number and type of crimes committed on the campus and the
 number and cause of fires in campus residence facilities during the preceding three years.
 Graduate students can obtain a copy by contacting the University Police Department at 412-
 268-6232. The annual security and fire safety report is also available online at
 https://www.cmu.edu/police/annualreports/.
 14.3.6 Shuttle and Escort Services
 Parking and Transportation coordinates the Shuttle Service and Escort Service provided for
 CMU students, faculty, and community. The Shuttle & Escort website has full information
 about these services, stops, routes, tracking and schedules.
 14.4 The WORD
 50http://www.cmu.edu/student-affairs/theword//
 The WORD is Carnegie Mellon University’s student on-line handbook and is considered a
 supplement to the department (and sometimes college) handbook. The WORD contains
 campus resources and opportunities, academic policy information and resources, community
 standards information and resources. It is designed to provide all students with the tools,
 guidance, and insights to help you achieve your full potential as a member of the Carnegie
 Mellon community. Information about the following is included in The WORD (not an
 exhaustive list) and graduate students are encouraged to bookmark this site and refer to it
 often. University policies can also be found in full text at: http://www.cmu.edu/policies/.
 Carnegie Mellon Vision, Mission
 Statement of Assurance
 Carnegie Code
 Academic Standards, Policies and Procedures
 Educational Goals
 Academic and Individual Freedom
 Statement on Academic Integrity Standards for Academic & Creative Life
 Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities
 Master’s Student Statute of Limitations
 Conduct of Classes
 Copyright Policy
 Cross-college & University Registration
 Doctoral Student Status Policy
 Evaluation & Certification of English Fluency for Instructors
 Final Exams for Graduate Courses
 Grading Policies
 Intellectual Property Policy
 Privacy Rights of Students
 Student’s Rights
 Research
 Human Subjects in Research
 Office of Research Integrity & Compliance
 Office of Sponsored Programs
 Policy for Handling Alleged Misconduct of Research
 Policy on Restricted Research
 Tax Status of Graduate Student Awards
 Campus Resources & Opportunities
 Alumni Relations
 Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities
 51Athletics, Physical Fitness & Recreation
 Carnegie Mellon ID Cards and Services
 Cohon University Center
 Copying, Printing & Mailing
 Division of Student Affairs
 Domestic Partner Registration
 Emergency Student Loan Program
 Gender Programs & Resources
 Health Services
 Dining Services
 The HUB Student Services Center
 ID Card Services
 Leonard Gelfand Center
 LGBTQ Resources
 Multicultural and Diversity Initiatives
 Opportunities for Involvement
 Parking and Transportation Services
 Shuttle and Escort Services
 Spiritual Development
 University Police
 Student Activities
 University Stores
 Community Standards, Policies and Procedures
 Alcohol and Drugs Policy
 AIDS Policy
 Bicycle/Wheeled Transportation Policy
 Damage to Carnegie Mellon Property
 Deadly Weapons
 Discriminatory Harassment
 Disorderly Conduct
 Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Policy
 Freedom of Expression Policy
 Health Insurance Policy Immunization Policy
 Missing Student Protocol
 Non-Discrimination Policy
 On-Campus Emergencies
 Pets
 Political Activities
 Recycling Policy
 Riotous and Disorderly Behavior
 Safety Hazards
 Scheduling and Use of University Facilities
 Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault Policy
 Smoking Policy
 52Student Accounts Receivable and Collection Policy and Procedures
 Student Activities Fee
 Student Enterprises
 Workplace Threats and Violence Policy
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