Yes. Faculty are encouraged to report all academic integrity violations to the Dean of Students Office, even if the matter has been addressed within the department. This allows the University to maintain a complete record of the student’s conduct history, which is important in identifying patterns of repeated violations.

No. A student cannot be involuntarily withdrawn or removed from a course solely based on suspicion. Faculty must first ensure there is substantial evidence of a violation and follow the outlined procedures, including meeting with the student. A grade of “F” and removal from the course is the most serious sanction a faculty member can impose, but faculty must follow due process.

No, permission is not required. Faculty have the academic authority to assign a grade of “F” in the course and withdraw a student from the class if there is substantial evidence of academic dishonesty. This action must be documented, and faculty are encouraged to consult with their department, program, or college to determine whether it is appropriate for the specific situation. In cases where involuntary withdrawal is being considered, a report should also be submitted to the Dean of Students Office for review as a potential violation of the Student Code of Conduct.

Faculty are responsible for notifying the student when making an academic decision related to academic dishonesty, including any academic consequences such as failing an assignment or the course. If a report is submitted to the Dean of Students Office, that office may follow up with the student and, after due process, may impose additional sanctions. However, the initial communication regarding academic consequences must come directly from the faculty member.

When a report is submitted to the Dean of Students Office, it remains on record regardless of the student’s enrollment status in the course. Students may choose to withdraw for various reasons, such as preferring a "W" over an "F" to protect their GPA. In some instances, students may withdraw in an attempt to avoid the student conduct process. However, a course withdrawal does not affect how the Dean of Students Office reviews or responds to a report. The student conduct process continues as appropriate.

Concerns about final course grades, including whether a student should receive an "F" instead of a "W," are considered academic matters and should be directed to the chair of your department. The Dean of Students Office does not oversee or enforce academic grading decisions, as they are not part of the Student Code of Conduct and falls outside the scope of the student disciplinary process. ;