At the end of each grading period, copies of the student's grade report are sent to both the student and the advisor so that they can keep their check sheets updated. Although faculty members are expected to advise students regarding their Core and major requirements, it is the responsibility of the student to insure that all graduation requirements have been met. The Gordon College student is expected to live a life of honesty and integrity consistent with the demands of Christian discipleship. Therefore, academic dishonesty is regarded by Gordon College as a major violation of both the academic and spiritual principles of this community, and a student who commits an act of academic dishonesty will receive severe disciplinary sanctions, which may include failure of the course or suspension from the College. Given the serious consequences of academic dishonesty, the student is encouraged to discuss any difficulties openly with the appropriate instructor instead of resorting to dishonest conduct.
Plagiarism is defined as presenting another person's words, work or opinions as one's own.