Plagiarism - University of Alberta Definitions and Outcomes

Plagiarism, Cheating, Misrepresentation of Facts and Participation in an Offence

Plagiarism, cheating, misrepresentation of facts and participation in an offence are viewed as serious academic offences by the University and by the GFC Campus Law Review Committee (CLRC). Sanctions for such offences range from a reprimand to suspension or expulsion from the University.

GFC CLRC believes that students should be told, at the beginning of each term, how the University defines plagiarism and cheating, what constitutes misrepresentation of facts and participation in an offence -- and what the sanctions are. In particular, awareness of the latter offence may help students resist pressure from other students to assist them in acts of academic dishonesty. We would also like to ensure that all instructors know what they must do when they encounter instances where they believe plagiarism, cheating, misrepresentation of facts or participation in an offence might have occurred.

The "Don't Cheatsheet" is available on the University Governance website at:

http://www.governance.ualberta.ca/ From the drop down menu click on Student Appeals and navigate to the Don’t Cheatsheet.

To assist students we ask that you let them know writing help is available through the:

Academic Support Centre:  http://www.ualberta.ca/ascntr

Centre for Writers:  http://www.c4w.arts.ualberta.ca/

Truth in Education: http://www.uofaweb.ualberta.ca/TIE/