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Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Experts say IU President plagiarized her dissertation. What happens when IU students plagiarize?
New evidence alleges Indiana University President Pamela Whitten plagiarized her dissertation, The Herald-Times reported last week. Plagiarism is often taken very seriously at universities and can result in serious consequences for the student accused. A professor may ask the student to redo the plagiarized assignment, but they also could give the student an "F" on the plagiarized assignment or require withdrawal and assign a failing grade to the entire course. If the professor finds the plagiarism particularly egregious, it could be escalated to disciplinary probation, suspension or even expulsion. Here's what happens to Indiana University students when they are caught plagiarizing. What is plagiarism? According to the definition by Merriam-Webster, someone who plagiarized has "stolen and passed off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own : used (another's production) without crediting the source." All students, but especially college students, are expected to complete and submit their own original work during their enrollment in order receive their diploma, degree or certificate. This is why plagiarism is typically taken so seriously within universities and why it goes against student codes of conduct and academic honesty policies. What happens when IU students plagiarize? Students who are accused of plagiarism at IU can face a number of serious consequences, according to the Indiana University Student Code of Conduct. If a faculty member suspects that student misconduct occurred, they have to meet with the student to discuss it in-person. If the student does not attend despite the professor's best effort to speak with them, they should complete their investigation. If a faculty member determines misconduct occurred, then sanctions will be imposed and those sanctions must be reported to the Dean of Students. Sanctions that may be imposed by the faculty member include but are not limited to one or more of the following: A lower or failing grade for any assignment(s) in which misconduct occurred. A lower or failing grade for the course; the penalty for a serious act of academic misconduct ordinarily should involve the recording of a failing grade for the course. Repeating the assignment(s) in which misconduct occurred. Completing additional assignment(s). Required withdrawal from the course, with a grade of either F or W at the faculty member's discretion, regardless of when during the semester the student withdraws from the course. From The Herald-Times: New evidence arises alleging IU President Pamela Whitten plagiarized her dissertation Does failing a class due to plagiarism impact your GPA? Yes; once an "F" is added to an academic transcript as a saction for plagiarism, the grade will not be removed for any reason and it will be calculated as part of the student's GPA. The Registrar is notified about the reason for the failing grade, and it is their job to maintain that it does not disappear from the student record and is added into their GPA. Even if a student later redoes the same course for credit, the "F" will be on their record permanently. Katie Wiseman covers trending news for IndyStar and Midwest Connect. Contact her at klwiseman@ Follow her on Bluesky @katiewiseman. This article originally appeared on The Times-Mail: What are the consequences of plagiarizing at Indiana University? Solve the daily Crossword
Indianapolis Star
5 days ago
- Indianapolis Star
Experts say IU President plagiarized her dissertation. What happens when IU students plagiarize?
New evidence alleges Indiana University President Pamela Whitten plagiarized her dissertation, The Herald-Times reported last week. Plagiarism is often taken very seriously at universities and can result in serious consequences for the student accused. A professor may ask the student to redo the plagiarized assignment, but they also could give the student an "F" on the plagiarized assignment or require withdrawal and assign a failing grade to the entire course. If the professor finds the plagiarism particularly egregious, it could be escalated to disciplinary probation, suspension or even expulsion. Here's what happens to Indiana University students when they are caught plagiarizing. According to the definition by Merriam-Webster, someone who plagiarized has "stolen and passed off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own : used (another's production) without crediting the source." All students, but especially college students, are expected to complete and submit their own original work during their enrollment in order receive their diploma, degree or certificate. This is why plagiarism is typically taken so seriously within universities and why it goes against student codes of conduct and academic honesty policies. Students who are accused of plagiarism at IU can face a number of serious consequences, according to the Indiana University Student Code of Conduct. If a faculty member suspects that student misconduct occurred, they have to meet with the student to discuss it in-person. If the student does not attend despite the professor's best effort to speak with them, they should complete their investigation. If a faculty member determines misconduct occurred, then sanctions will be imposed and those sanctions must be reported to the Dean of Students. Sanctions that may be imposed by the faculty member include but are not limited to one or more of the following: From The Herald-Times: New evidence arises alleging IU President Pamela Whitten plagiarized her dissertation Yes; once an "F" is added to an academic transcript as a saction for plagiarism, the grade will not be removed for any reason and it will be calculated as part of the student's GPA. The Registrar is notified about the reason for the failing grade, and it is their job to maintain that it does not disappear from the student record and is added into their GPA. Even if a student later redoes the same course for credit, the "F" will be on their record permanently.
Indianapolis Star
5 days ago
- Indianapolis Star
Experts say IU President plagiarized her dissertation. What happens when IU students plagiarize?
New evidence alleges Indiana University President Pamela Whitten plagiarized her dissertation, The Herald-Times reported last week. Plagiarism is often taken very seriously at universities and can result in serious consequences for the student accused. A professor may ask the student to redo the plagiarized assignment, but they also could give the student an "F" on the plagiarized assignment or require withdrawal and assign a failing grade to the entire course. If the professor finds the plagiarism particularly egregious, it could be escalated to disciplinary probation, suspension or even expulsion. Here's what happens to Indiana University students when they are caught plagiarizing. According to the definition by Merriam-Webster, someone who plagiarized has "stolen and passed off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own : used (another's production) without crediting the source." All students, but especially college students, are expected to complete and submit their own original work during their enrollment in order receive their diploma, degree or certificate. This is why plagiarism is typically taken so seriously within universities and why it goes against student codes of conduct and academic honesty policies. Students who are accused of plagiarism at IU can face a number of serious consequences, according to the Indiana University Student Code of Conduct. If a faculty member suspects that student misconduct occurred, they have to meet with the student to discuss it in-person. If the student does not attend despite the professor's best effort to speak with them, they should complete their investigation. If a faculty member determines misconduct occurred, then sanctions will be imposed and those sanctions must be reported to the Dean of Students. Sanctions that may be imposed by the faculty member include but are not limited to one or more of the following: From The Herald-Times: New evidence arises alleging IU President Pamela Whitten plagiarized her dissertation Yes; once an "F" is added to an academic transcript as a saction for plagiarism, the grade will not be removed for any reason and it will be calculated as part of the student's GPA. The Registrar is notified about the reason for the failing grade, and it is their job to maintain that it does not disappear from the student record and is added into their GPA. Even if a student later redoes the same course for credit, the "F" will be on their record permanently.
Indianapolis Star
26-06-2025
- Politics
- Indianapolis Star
Indiana School for the Deaf layoffs tell students they're not important
The difference between a student thriving and a student slipping through the cracks often comes down to one adult. The one who notices their struggles and has the time to explain, to listen and to stay after class. At Indiana School for the Deaf, 26 of those adults were laid off after state budget cuts. With them go hundreds of quiet moments that help students feel seen, safe and supported. Educational equity isn't about giving every child the same tools. It's about making sure every child has what they need to thrive. ASL is a full and complex language with its own grammar and nuance, equal in richness to spoken English. Unlike mainstream schools, where deaf students often rely on interpreters to communicate, ISD offers direct, effortless interaction throughout the day. Whether in the classroom or during unstructured moments like lunch, recess, standing in line, or chatting after school, students are surrounded by others who sign. That matters because when students are fully included in both the academic and social life of school, they begin to see themselves as capable learners. That sense of belonging helps them stay connected to their education and carry that momentum into adulthood. Without that kind of access, students may withdraw socially. Gaps in learning grow wider. Emotional and academic setbacks follow them into adulthood. It might sound like the decision to cut ISD's budget was a response to a last-minute budget shortfall, but it wasn't. These cuts were proposed months ago, when the governor's draft budget called for nearly $1 million in reductions for ISD. Sadly, that has now ballooned into a $3 million cut. This wasn't a financial emergency. It was a conscious decision to pull resources away from deaf children. Briggs: IU is lucky to have Pamela Whitten weathering the MAGA storm When we cut staff at a school like ISD, we're not just trimming a budget. We're narrowing the path to equal opportunity. We're telling deaf children that their futures are expendable. We're sending the message that they simply aren't as important as hearing children. Deaf children are rarely part of the conversation when decisions like this are made. They're not voting. They're not holding press conferences. They're counting on hearing allies to speak up and say this isn't right.
Indianapolis Star
17-06-2025
- Politics
- Indianapolis Star
IU's future depends on academic freedom, not luck
James Briggs' column, 'IU is lucky to have Pamela Whitten weathering the MAGA storm,' misrepresents the serious concerns of many IU faculty, students and the broader academic suggests faculty should feel 'lucky' to have President Whitten at the helm. There's nothing lucky about leadership that aligns with political pressures at the expense of academic values. What IU needs is leadership that upholds academic freedom, transparency and shared governance. IU faculty have raised justified concerns about governance, budget transparency and administrative overreach. These concerns were repeatedly ignored, prompting an overwhelming no-confidence vote in the president and Provost Rahul Shrivastav. Speaking out, protesting and voting are not overreacting —they are a sign of commitment to the values of higher education.
