All forms of scholastic dishonesty are prohibited. Scholastic dishonesty includes, but is not limited to cheating, plagiarism, and collusion. In determining what constitutes academic dishonesty, a student should be guided by the purposes of this code, common sense, and information provided by the instructor.
Cheating occurs when one acts with the intent to deceive. Examples include, but are not limited to, copying answers from another student’s exam, or using a cheat sheet or notes in an exam.
Plagiarism is representing the words or ideas of someone else as your own. Examples include, but are not limited to, failing to properly cite direct quotes and paraphrases, or failing to give credit for someone else’s ideas. Students are expected to clearly indicate when the work is not their own, in whole or part, and to attribute quotations and ideas to the original author or speaker. Work submitted for one course may be submitted for credit in another course only with the explicit approval of both instructors.
Collusion is the act of secretly working with others on an academic project for which a student is individually responsible.
Violations of the Honor Code
Violations of the honor code may result in warning, suspension, or expulsion. This action is intended to educate the student, develop responsible citizenship, and protect other students’ rights to participate fully in the educational process. Incidents of scholastic dishonesty will be reviewed by the instructor, the student’s advisor, and the Dean of Academic Affairs.
Students will be given a failing grade for the course in which the violation occurred. Exceptions may be granted by the Dean of Academic Affairs after consulting with the instructor, student, and the student’s advisor. A notation of scholastic dishonesty will appear on the student’s transcript.