What happens after a case of alleged academic misconduct is reported to the Committee?
Once a case of alleged academic misconduct is received, the following series of events is set into motion: • The Committee’s Coordinator verifies that the allegations fall within the Committee’s jurisdiction and determines the specific charges against the student (e.g., plagiarism, unauthorized collaboration, use or attempted use of unauthorized material during an examination, etc.). • The student is notified of the allegations of academic misconduct and the charges. The student is also notified that he/she has the right to review and/or obtain a copy of the information that lead to the allegations of academic misconduct. • The student is invited to meet with the Committee’s Coordinator to discuss the allegations and hearing process, and to ask any questions that he/she might have. • All individuals scheduled for the hearing are notified of the hearing time and date. • The hearing is held. • The student is notified of the Committee’s decision. If the student is found “in violation of t
