1. Purpose
This policy establishes the principles and standards of academic integrity and outlines the responsibilities of all members of the University community in maintaining ethical academic practices.
2. Student Responsibilities
Students are expected to:
- Complete all academic work honestly and independently unless collaboration is explicitly permitted.
- Properly acknowledge and cite all sources of information.
- Refrain from plagiarism, cheating, fabrication, falsification, or any other form of academic misconduct.
- Comply with examination regulations and University policies.
3. Faculty Responsibilities
Faculty members are expected to:
- Promote academic integrity through teaching and assessment.
- Apply fair and transparent evaluation methods.
- Educate students on proper citation and ethical research practices.
- Report and address academic misconduct in accordance with University regulations.
4. Academic Misconduct
Academic misconduct includes, but is not limited to:
- Plagiarism.
- Cheating during examinations or assessments.
- Fabrication or falsification of research data or academic records.
- Unauthorized collaboration.
- Impersonation or assisting another person in academic dishonesty.
- Misuse of artificial intelligence or other technologies in violation of course requirements.
5. Reporting and Investigation
All suspected cases of academic misconduct will be reviewed through the University’s established procedures. Investigations will be conducted fairly, confidentially, and with due process.
6. Disciplinary Actions
Students or staff found responsible for academic misconduct may be subject to disciplinary measures in accordance with University regulations, which may include academic penalties, suspension, or other appropriate actions.
7. Commitment to Integrity
Baba Gurgur University encourages all members of its academic community to uphold the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and ethical behavior, ensuring a learning environment built on trust, respect, and academic excellence.