Newcomb-Tulane College: Behavior and Code of Academic Conduct
Academic Year 2008-2009
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Behavior and Code of Academic Conduct
EXPECTED BEHAVIOR AT TULANE UNIVERSITY
Tulane University expects and requires behavior compatible with its high
standards of scholarship. By accepting admission to the university, a student
accepts its regulations (i.e., Code of Academic Conduct, Code of Student
Conduct) and acknowledges the right of the university to take disciplinary action,
including suspension or expulsion, for conduct judged unsatisfactory or
disruptive.
The integrity of Tulane University is based on the absolute honesty of the entire
community in all academic endeavors. As part of the community, students have
certain responsibilities regarding all independent work that forms the basis for the
evaluation of their academic achievement. Students are expected to be familiar
with these responsibilities at all times.
The scholarly community of the university depends on the willingness of both
instructors and students to uphold the Code of Academic Conduct. When a
violation of the Code of Academic Conduct is suspected, it is the duty of every
member of the academic community who has evidence to take action. Students
should take steps to uphold the Code of Academic Conduct by reporting any
suspected offense to the instructor or the Honor Board. Students should under no
circumstances tolerate any form of academic dishonesty.
Behavior Norms
Listed below are generally accepted guidelines for student behavior in
classrooms, laboratories and studios. Instructors and schools may impose other
expectations.
· Computers are to be used for class-related purposes only; instructors will
specify when computers may not be used.
· Students and instructors will turn off all cell phones and electronic devices
at the beginning of each class; these items will remain off for the duration
of the class.
· Students and instructors are required to observe copyright laws.
· Students are responsible for checking their Tulane e-mail accounts daily
when classes are in session.
· Instructors expect students to be punctual when arriving for classes and
presentations; they also expect uninterrupted attendance for the duration of
the class.
· Students submitting work late can expect, at the instructor's discretion, to
have the work refused or to receive a grade penalty.
· Videotaping or recording a class requires the instructor's approval in
advance.