OSU has developed a procedure and policy for dealing with allegations of scientific and scholarly misconduct. Not covered by these procedures are substandard or careless research practices, which are effectively dealt with by the peer review process for promotion, publication, and grant proposals. Seveal years ago Congress adopted legislation known as the Byrd Amendment, secion1352, title 31, U.S. Code. This legislation has provided the basis for subsequent federal requirements for certification regarding lobbying activities. All OSU administrators and faculty must be aware of, and comply with, the federal requirements for certification regarding lobbying.
Violations carry a stiff fine.
Outside Professional Activities. The objectives of the University are served and its programs enriched by the active participation of its faculty members in outside activities which contribute to the advancement of the faculty member's profession or provide an opportunity for professional growth through interaction with industry, business, government, and other intstitutions of our society. The University recognizes outstanding contributions and achievements, not only by appropriate promotion and salary advancement, but also by permitting faculty members substantial freedom in arranging their academic lives. This freedom, however, is subject to an overriding principle. The primary professional obligation of a full-time member of the faculty must be to the Unviersity.