In no case should a faculty member base an allegation of academic dishonesty on an allegation by a student which is unsupported either by documentary evidence or observation of the allegedly dishonest conduct by a member of the University faculty or staff. Because the student accused of academic dishonesty has the right to cross-examine the witnesses against him or her, written statements by persons not present at the Academic Appeals Board hearing normally will not be considered by the Board. In the event that a majority of the Board concludes that such written statements are necessary, the record of the case shall contain the reasons for the conclusion. In these situations, the documentary evi dence should be retained by the faculty member. It of course strengthens the faculty member's case to have another witness to the presence of improper materials during the examination, particularly if there is a dispute as to the presence of the materials.
Academic dishonesty requires intent to deceive.
The fact that intent is a state of mind rather than an externally observable phenomenon does not present insuperable evidential difficulties. 1.07 Instructor of Record - The instructor of record is the individual responsible for grade assignment. If the student is absolved of alleged academic dishonesty, withdrawal from the course with no record appearing on the transcript is allowed. The student obtains and completes an appeal form . Appeal forms are available from the Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs and Research.