Academic achievement is ordinarily evaluated on the basis of work that a student produces independently. Students who submit academic work that uses others’ ideas, words, research, or images without proper attribution and documentation are in violation of the academic code. Infringement of the academic code entails penalties ranging from reprimand to suspension, dismissal, or expulsion from the University.
Brown students are expected to tell the truth. Misrepresentations of facts, significant omissions, or falsifications in any connection with the academic process (including change of course permits, the academic transcript, or applications for graduate training or employment) violate the code, and students are held accountable accordingly.
Misunderstanding the code is not an excuse for dishonest work. Students who are unsure about any point of Brown’s academic code should consult their course instructors or an academic dean, who will be happy to explain the policy.
To submit an Allegation of Academic Misconduct faculty members should complete the following online form:
Gilda Mossadegh, Deputy Dean for Academic Advising and Interim Dean for the Academic Code, is glad to connect with faculty to discuss code concerns directly. Please email Gilda_Mossadegh@brown.edu to speak.