FAQs

The consequences depend on the specific details of the accusation and the outcome of the case.

Students deemed responsible of academic misconduct for the first time can expect to receive a 0 on the assignment, write a 1000 word essay reflecting on the situation, and receive a note on their unofficial transcript describing the finding of academic misconduct. However, this marking disappears after a year, assuming no further infractions are committed during that time. Meanwhile, students with multiple infringements will receive a 0 on the assignment and may face suspension or expulsion. Any suspension or expulsion will be noted on one's official transcript

Students accused of falsifying documentation face a one semester suspension and must petition for reinstatement.

Students who receive a formal reprimand will not be handed any sanctions from the University (no essay, no note on the official transcript). However, these students may still receive a grade sanction from their professor. Specific departmental policies may vary.

Students who are not deemed responsible of academic misconduct receive no penalties.

It varies. Usually, students can expect the outcome of their case to arrive within 1-2 weeks. However, holiday breaks and a large number of cases (usually in the middle or end of the semester) may cause extended waits.

Yes, students may have an emotional support person attend in the hearing with you, but this emotional support person may NOT speak for the student. This support person may be anyone such as a parent, sibling, or personal attorney. Please email lsajudicial@umich.edu with their name and relation to you in your request for a support person.

Absolutely! Usually, new evidence will not be presented at the hearing; the accused student has the right to review all the evidence prior to their hearing.

The student may submit their own evidence during the hearing. Students should plan to send any presented materials to the Coordinator of Academic Activity prior to the meeting or at the conclusion of the meeting.

No, students have the right to view all evidence prior to the hearing.