2. The instructor requests an informal meeting with the student to discuss the
details of the alleged violation and the student is informed of his/her rights (see
below). *
3. If, after completing the informal meeting with the student the instructor believes
there is a preponderance of evidence that the student violated the Academic
Integrity Policy, the instructor imposes a sanction(s). The student has the right to
appeal the faculty decision.
4. The instructor informs the student that he/she has five business days to meet
with the Academic Supervisor if he/she wishes to appeal the sanction for the
violation, once determined. All appeals must be in writing. If appealed, the
Academic Supervisor’s decision is final. Academic Supervisor will notify faculty
of outcome.
5. The instructor will not assign a sanction until after meeting with a student, the
appeal process has been exhausted or 10 business days have expired.
6. The instructor informs the Dean of Students in writing of the situation and the
resulting sanction or action. The Dean of Students determines if additional
sanctions are necessary under other portions of the Student Code of Conduct.
7. In cases where the student declines to discuss the matter or attend a meeting
with the instructor, or is unavailable for more than ten (10) business days, the
instructor shall make a determination as to whether a violation of the Academic
Integrity Policy occurred and the appropriate sanction.
*In some instances for online students the meeting/process may occur in a manner
other than face to face.
Student Rights
• Review the written evidence in support of the allegations
• Ask any questions
• Offer an explanation as to what occurred
• Present any material that would cast doubt on the accuracy of the allegation
• Receive a determination of the validity of the allegation without reference to any
past record of misconduct
Student Responsibilities
• Provide truthful information regarding the allegation
• If appropriate, admit the violation and accept the decision of the instructor and
corresponding sanctions
• Deny the allegation or if appropriate, deny the allegation and file an appeal
MAJOR OFFENSES
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these are offenses that are more serious in nature. The
instructor assigns an F as a course grade or an F on an individual project or
assignment which carries sufficient points to result in the eventual failure of the
course.
1. An instructor has reason to believe that a student has violated the Academic
Integrity Policy.
2. The instructor requests a formal meeting with the student to discuss the details of
the alleged violation and the student is informed of his/her rights (see below).*
3. If, after completing the meeting with the student the instructor believes there is
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