Procedures for Handling Academic Infractions

• The faculty member who discovers an instance of academic dishonesty shall be responsible for determining and administering sanctions. Potential sanctions for a violation of the college's policy on academic integrity include, but are not limited to: reduction in grade, elimination of grade, and failure for the course. The faculty member shall discuss the incident with the student prior to any formal action.
• The faculty member shall notify the dean of academic affairs regarding all instances of academic dishonesty where a penalty has been administered to a student. The dean may recommend additional sanctions relative to the student’s status, depending on the severity of the infraction. These recommendations and a report of the violation shall be sent to the academic dean within five class days. Flagrant violations (violating computer security, submitting false information about a student’s condition, etc.) may result in probation, suspension, or expulsion from a program or the college.
• The academic dean may impose further sanctions for repeated offenses; these may include probation, suspension, or expulsion from the college. In addition, a permanent or temporary notation that the student has violated the Policy on Academic Integrity may be made on the official academic records of the student. Extenuating circumstances will be considered for each individual case. Counseling may be recommended.
• The student shall have the right to appeal a penalty for academic dishonesty if the student considers the penalty to be unjust or unwarranted. Grounds for appeal include claims of bias, procedural infractions, and/or new evidence.