The Academic Integrity Policy applies to any and all
student experiences in which academic credit is involved. Because
academic integrity is a cornerstone of the University’s commitment to
the principles of free inquiry, students are responsible for learning
and upholding professional standards of research, writing, assessment,
and ethics in their areas of study. In the academic community, the high
value placed on truth implies a corresponding intolerance of scholastic
dishonesty. Written or other work which students submit must be the
product of their own efforts and must be consistent with appropriate
standards of professional ethics. Academic dishonesty, which includes
cheating, plagiarism and other forms of dishonest or unethical behavior,
is prohibited. A breakdown of behaviors that constitute academic
dishonesty is presented below. The definitions and clarifications are
meant to provide additional information and examples of these behaviors.
They are not intended to be all-inclusive. Questions regarding this
policy or requests for additional clarification can be directed to the
Office of Student Conduct.