It is a lie to knowingly misrepresent the true situation or to deceive by withholding, omitting or subtly wording information in such a way as to leave an erroneous or false impression of the known true situation. The misrepresentation may be either by word or by deed. It is also cheating to derive an unfair advantage by one's actions. Giving or receiving assistance is allowed and encouraged on homework assignments unless prohibited by the instructor. Giving or receiving assistance on individual assignments other than homework is permitted only when an instructor specifically allows it.
Proper documentation is required for all source material used in the assignments.
Each instructor will specify the guidelines for referencing the material. This includes fraudulently obtaining services. In lying, cheating, or stealing, the state of mind of the accused is critical. To be guilty, an accused must have intended to deceive. For cheating, one must have intended to use unauthorized assistance or to represent another's work as one's own.