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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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College Student Defense Online Misconduct

September 25, 2023

Can I get in trouble for recording my professor on a Zoom call?

When students in the Washington D.C. area find themselves involved in complex legal situations, it’s our goal at DC Student Defense to assist them. In this blog, we’ll be covering the topic of recording lectures –…

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Cheating

August 21, 2023

Are AI text writing programs violating academic standards?

Technology is quickly changing the landscape of our world – sometimes at a pace so rapid that we don’t know how to keep up with it. Artificial intelligence (AI) is a new, powerful tool that we…

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College Student Defense

June 19, 2023

What do I do if my freedom of speech is violated at my university?

College campuses have traditionally been considered bastions of free speech, where students can express their views and engage in robust discussions without fear of censorship or retaliation. However, there have been instances where students' freedom of…

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Academic Honor Code

May 15, 2023

How is mental health related to academic violations?

Mental health can affect our judgement or our ability to handle life’s responsibilities in general. This is especially true for college students, who are going through a big transitionary period of their lives. Sometimes, students facing…

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Fake ID

April 10, 2023

What to do if you’re accused of having a fake ID

It may seem innocent enough: you’re a college student who wants to hang out with your friends at a bar or watch a concert at a 21-plus venue, but you’re not yet 21. So you get…

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Student conduct code

March 13, 2023

Should I Admit I Violated My University’s Conduct Code?

College students and their families often wonder if simply admitting responsibility is the best thing to do when a student is accused of violating their college or university’s code of conduct or academic honor code. Sometimes…

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