TAMIU Student Handbook 2021-2022

Page 40 of 91 b. Posting the exact (or substantially similar) question(s) online (or social media platforms) for someone to answer. c. Copying the provided answer directly from the online source without spending time to understand it or check it for errors. d. Attempting to hide their online activities from institutional authorities by not making their name visible or by logging into “help” sites in a way that cannot be tied to their educational institution ID. 4. Lying – Deliberate falsification with the intent to deceive as it applies to an academic submission. 5. Bribery – Providing, offering or taking rewards in exchange for a grade, an assignment or the aid of academic violation. 6. Collusion – The unauthorized collaboration with one or more persons with the intent of cheating. 7. Flagrant academic violation – Repeated or severe violation(s) of the academic rule. ARTICLE 8. STUDENT CONDUCT DISCIPLINARY PROCEDURES Section 8.01 Right to File Grievance Against Students Any member of the University community has the right to file a grievance against a student that is in violation of the Student Code of Conduct. Grievances should be filed in writing within 1 5 University business days of the discovery of the alleged infraction of the Student Code of Conduct to the Office of Student C onduct and Community Engagement via reporting system ( http://www.tamiu.edu/reportit ) . The timelines for the grievance process may be extende d for good cause shown or at th e discretion of the Office of Student Conduct and Commu nity Engagement. Section 8.02 Process The purpose of the University disciplinary system is educationally based and is to decide if the student has misused or abused freedoms, violated System or University policies, rules, regulations or procedures, failed to accept responsibility for their actions; to communicate alleged misconduct, permit the student(s) to respond; determine appropriate action by the University; and assist the student(s) to develop a constructive response exhibiting self- discipline. A University hearing is a function of the educational process. It is NOT an adversarial proceeding or trial in a court of law.