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Academic Honor Code

June 17, 2024

What to Do If You are Accused of an Academic Honor Code Violation

Not so long ago, academic honor code violations consisted primarily of college students being accused of using “paper banks” to buy other people’s papers to use as their own or – in a throwback to elementary…

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Plagiarism

June 10, 2024

Three steps you should take if your child is accused of plagiarism

Three steps you should take if your child is accused of plagiarism Accusations of plagiarism have long been a consideration of both parents and students, even more so now, with the role that the internet plays…

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Sexual Assault

May 20, 2024

What do you do if you are a college student accused of sexual assault?

Navigating the aftermath of an alleged sexual assault on a college campus is a daunting and complex process. Not only are you faced with the possibility of criminal charges from local law enforcement, but you also…

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Student conduct code

May 13, 2024

Will my college find out if I am arrested off-campus?

If you have been arrested while you’re in college — even if it wasn’t on campus — you run the risk of being punished twice for the same crime. Twice? But doesn’t the U.S. Constitution protect…

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Hazing

April 8, 2024

Accused Of Hazing? Now What?

Penn State. LSU. Texas State. Wheaton. Clemson. University of Nevada. California State. West Virginia. Baruch. University at Albany. Michigan State University. What do these schools all have in common? Unfortunately, it’s not athletic achievements or even…

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Plagiarism

March 11, 2024

Plagiarism: What Counts as Cheating?

Cheating has become that much more ubiquitous with the explosive popularity of the internet across the past couple of decades, and a worldwide pandemic that forced education online for a year. Having no option but to…

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Student conduct code

February 12, 2024

What If My Roommate Commits a Student Conduct Code Violation?

Every year, the fall semester comes around and students who live on their university’s campus must move into their assigned dorm. For those who are returning students, your roommate(s) may be someone you know; however, for…

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International Students

January 8, 2024

International Student Guide: Encounters with Law Enforcement

As international students embark on their educational journey in the United States, they are not only exposed to a diverse academic landscape but also encounter a different legal system. Understanding how to navigate interactions with law…

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College Student Defense

November 13, 2023

What Happens If A Student Gets Arrested At A Protest?

Being an American, you have the right to protest peacefully. This right remains present even as a student. You are allowed to speak out and pass out flyers and petitions. You also have the right to…

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Online Misconduct

October 23, 2023

Falsely accused of using ChatGPT

In today's digital age, academic institutions are increasingly turning to technology to detect and prevent academic dishonesty. While such measures are vital in maintaining academic integrity, they can sometimes lead to false accusations. If you find…

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