General Rules:

• Honesty and Integrity: Maintain academic integrity by avoiding plagiarism, cheating, and unauthorized collaboration.
• Respect for Others: Treat fellow students, instructors, and staff with respect and courtesy.
• Ethical Conduct: Uphold ethical standards in all academic activities and assignments.
• Proper Citation: Accurately cite all sources and references used in your work.
• Time Management: Meet all deadlines and submit assignments on time.
• Attendance and Participation: Attend all classes and actively participate in discussions and activities.
• Professionalism: Conduct yourself professionally in all academic settings.
• Use of Technology: Use technology responsibly and for academic purposes only.

Academic Conduct:

• Plagiarism: Submitting work as your own that was copied or borrowed from another source without proper citation is strictly prohibited.
• Cheating: Using unauthorized aids or collaborating unfairly on assignments is considered cheating and will not be tolerated.
• Fabrication and Falsification: Creating or altering data or information to deceive is a serious offense.
• Multiple Submissions: Submitting the same work for multiple courses without permission is prohibited.
• Disruptive Behavior: Engaging in disruptive behavior that interferes with the learning environment will not be tolerated.

Intellectual Property:

• Respect the intellectual property of others, including copyrights, patents, and trademarks.
• Obtain proper permission before using the work of others.
• Cite all sources used in your work accurately and completely.

Netiquette:

• Use appropriate language and avoid offensive or discriminatory content.
• Respect everyone's privacy and avoid sharing personal information without consent.
• Be mindful of your online behavior and how it reflects on yourself and the institution.

Consequences of Breaking the Rules:

• Violations of academic rules may result in a range of consequences, including:
• Verbal warnings
• Written warnings
• Deducted points or grades
• Failure of an assignment or course
• Suspension or expulsion
• Disciplinary probation
• Withholding of transcripts or degrees