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I'm sure that was the policy, but how often was it enforced? Most universities have draconian policies against cheating that are never enforced, except in the m
by gamble 15y ago
I'm sure that was the policy, but how often was it enforced? Most universities have draconian policies against cheating that are never enforced, except in the most egregious cases. It's extremely rare for any school to discipline as many people as this; when it does happen, it tends to be national news.
- carbonica 15y ago28 students last year (out of about 4,000) were reported. 17 were suspended, 7 got probation, 3 were found not responsible, and 1 had the allegations formally rescinded. This is roughly consistent year-to-year.
- btilly 15y agoUnless your school is dramatically different from other schools, you've just provided very strong evidence that only a tiny minority of actual violations are pursued.
- jackpirate 15y agoThe "were reported" is key. Who knows how many professors pulled a promising young student aside, gave them a stern lecture, and a second chance.