We recognize that diverse backgrounds, embodiments, and experiences are essential to the critical thinking endeavor at the heart of university education. Because of this, we expect you to follow the UW Student Conduct Code in your interactions with us and your colleagues in this course by respecting the many social and cultural differences amongst us, which may include, but are not limited to: age, cultural background, disability, ethnicity, family status, gender identity and presentation, immigration status, national origin, race, religious and political beliefs, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, and veteran status. There are many resources for students, instructors, and staff on campus, some of which you can find at: