Essentially, Academic Integrity can be defined as the ethical and moral principles followed by students and educators within the academic setting. This includes behaviors and actions that encompass honesty, fairness, and taking responsibility when completing academic work and activities.
Rasmussen University expects students to commit themselves to adhering to the highest standards of ethical behavior and academic integrity when completing all coursework, participating in internship and clinical experiences, and fulfilling exam requirements. To reinforce this commitment, the University has adopted an Honor Code that outlines the University’s expectations of honorable conduct.
All students enrolled in a course or program at Rasmussen University are expected to adhere to this Honor Code and pledge to avoid any action that violates the Academic Integrity Policy. Students are expected to approach their academic obligations with honor and uphold the five tenants of the Honor Code which are: Honor, Ownership, Nobility, Observance, and Respect. As a student, you may be required to attest to this Honor Code throughout your academic experiences. Failure to pledge or attest to the Honor Code is neither an offense against the Honor Code, nor a defense of an alleged academic integrity violation.
Honesty
I am committed to upholding the highest standards of academic integrity. I understand that integrity and honesty are important values for my success in school and within my chosen career field.
Ownership
I will conduct myself ethically with honor and integrity in all the coursework I produce. Under the guidance of my instructors and through using university-approved learning resources, it is my responsibility to understand the course content and show what I have learned on course work (including exams and quizzes), using my independent ability free of cheating, collusion, interference, plagiarism, forgery, submitting acquired work as my own, and the use of generative artificial intelligence (AI) that does not adhere to the expectations as outlined in the Artificial Intelligence Policy.
Nobility
I hold myself and others accountable to the academic integrity policy. I will not engage in behavior that undermines the learning environment or reputation of the university. Concerns regarding my actions or actions of others will be reported to university officials.
Observance
I will observe and revere this Honor Code, and I acknowledge that a violation of the Honor Code or the Academic Integrity Policy may result in disciplinary action that may impact the outcome of my education.
Respect
I will treat faculty, staff, and students with respect and promote an environment of fairness, trust, and professionalism.
Academic Integrity is core to the mission of Rasmussen University and sets the foundation for academic excellence. It is with utmost importance that students understand how to be responsible learners and conduct themselves with the highest standards of honor and integrity. As such, the Academic Integrity Policy defines the University’s expectations for student academic behavior and outlines procedures for handling allegations of academic misconduct. Academic misconduct, whether intentional or unintentional, may be a violation of the Academic Integrity Policy. Violations of the Academic Integrity Policy may lead to disciplinary action up to and including dismissal from the University. Students are expected to commit to the following Honor Code when completing academic requirements and related activities.
The full Academic Integrity Policy can be found here.
