Plagiarism is a serious form of academic dishonesty involving the presentation of the work of another as one’s own. Plagiarism includes but is not limited to the following:

The direct copying of any source such as written and verbal material, computer files, audio disks, video programs or musical scores, whether published or unpublished, in whole or in part, without proper acknowledgement that it is someone else’s.

Copying of any source in whole or in part with only minor changes in wording or syntax even with acknowledgement.

Submitting as one’s own work a report, examination paper, computer file, lab report or other assignment which has been prepared by someone else. This includes research papers purchased from any other person or agency.

The paraphrasing of another’s work or ideas without proper acknowledgement. Plagiarism, like other forms of academic dishonesty, is always a serious matter. If an instructor finds that a student has plagiarized, the appropriate penalty is at the instructor’s discretion. Actions taken by the instructor do not preclude the college or the University taking further punitive action including dismissal from the University.
For further information about the University’s policies on academic integrity please consult the Student Handbook.