Rules of liikunta

In order to take your courses on schedule it is important for you to meet the requirements of
each course and do your best in attending every class. By doing that you can save both you and
your teacher from extra work since you don’t need to think the compensatory ways to take the
class.

1. Show some attitude! Studying sports sciences can be time-consuming. In some courses the attendance is compulsory in order to get the credits. So when you are planning of skipping the lesson, think again. Being sick is a good reason not to attend but the cold weather or the party of last night is not.

2. Plan your studies! Register only for the courses you really can attend. It is not okay to come late or leave early because of another class, it does harm not only for you but also for your fellow students and teacher. In some case you are required to complete some other course before you can attend to another one. For example you need to take the basics of ball games before you can take the course of advantage level. Check out the course requirements.

3. In the case of absence! Let the teacher of the course know as soon as you know you need to be absent. Don’t do that in the evening before the class (excluding sudden illness). The sooner you let the teacher know the easier it is for you to arrange the compensatory way to take the class. Don’t assume that the teacher comes up with the compensatory task, be self-active and suggest ways of compensation yourself. It is also polite to let the teacher know if you are going to be late for the class.

4. Give feedback! If you feel that the content of some class does not support your learning, give constructive feedback already during the course. Don’t do that by not showing up. In most courses feedback is collected at the end of the course, use the opportunity too.

Sporticus guidelines for safer space

The purpose of these guidelines is to make Sporticus’s activities safer for everyone. Everyone has the right to feel safe without the fear of discrimination. All members of Sporticus are equally responsible for putting these guidelines into practice. The aim of these guidelines is not to prohibit the discussion of any topics, even the difficult ones, but to guide everyone to discuss the topics respectfully. These principles are used in Sporticus’ activities, such as events and OT (student lounge).

 

Respect others, their opinions and their personal space. For example, do not touch anyone without permission or stare at anyone disturbingly. Give space to others and if you feel like it, ask for space for yourself as well. Different opinions are welcome, but hate speech is not acceptable in any form.

Respect the opinions of others and try to make sure that everyone has an opportunity to take part in the conversation. Try to speak in a way that everyone can understand. For example, explain any difficult terms you are using and make sure that people who speak a foreign language also have the opportunity to take part in the conversation. Do not ask personal questions if you do not know the person well.

Try to avoid making assumptions of others and try to be open towards new people and subjects. For example, do not assume anyone’s gender, sexual orientation, values, religion, nationality, ethnicity, health, background, functional abilities, or other characteristics.

Do not verbally harass anyone or use discriminatory language. For example, don’t use racist, homophobic (= offensive to sexual minorities), transphobic (= offensive to gender minorities) or ableist (= offensive to disabled people) language. Don’t mock or belittle others. Avoid speculation and gossip.

Listen, learn, and apologize. Treat upcoming situations as an opportunity to learn something new. Try to identify your own presuppositions and privileges. If someone points out your actions, be open to listening and improving. Apologise if you have offended someone. However, remember that making mistakes is also human.

Intervene with any inappropriate behaviour you notice. When you intervene in the situation, do it with respect for all parties involved. However, only intervene in the situation if you feel safe doing so. If necessary, ask for help from, for example, Sopo, other Sporticus board members, Goodies or JYY’s harassment contact person. Discussions with any of these people mentioned are confidential.