AA 10012019 - Academic Misconduct Policy

1. Actions that Shaw University considers as Academic Misconduct
2. How to report Academic Misconduct
3. The process after the misconduct has been reported or identified
4. Actions/Sanctions imposed for violations
5. The appeal process; where the Academic Misconduct Policy and Procedure is published
6. Ways to prevent and identify Academic Misconduct

Initiation and Consideration of the Proposal

1. Any person who observes an instance of Academic Misconduct should report such alleged violation to the instructor of the course, Department Head or supervisor.
2. Any instructor who receives information regarding an instance of Academic Misconduct or who otherwise becomes aware of an instance of Academic Misconduct should report such instance to his or her department Chair.
3. In cases of Cheating or Plagiarism, the professor can proceed with the Informal Resolution process. All other cases are referred to the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs and an incident report is required.
4. Any staff who receives information regarding an instance of Academic Misconduct should report such instance to his/her area Vice President. This requires the completion of an incident report.

Required Resources  

1. Personnel: Current Academic Advisors, Faculty, Department Heads, Deans, VPAA and Registrar personnel
2. Physical Facility: None
3. Equipment and Supplies: None
4. Computer/Software: None
5. Audio-Visual/Digital Technology: None
6. Funding Source: None
7. Other Resources: None

Unit Responsible for Content and Review

1. Office of Academic Affairs
2. Academic Success Center

 

Review Period: 5 years