Whoa, she claims no one ever defined paraphrasing for her? I call bullshit. Almost every professor I know discussed plagiarism issues in depth at the start of a course, and the honest in academic work policy at my university was clearly printed on EVERY syllabus, as required by university policy. Furthermore, many of my profs emphasized that "when in doubt, cite." It's really too hard to have too many citations. Perhaps she didn't cite because she was ashamed that she used Wikipedia as an academic resource?
However, I don't agree with their procedure. Expulsion for one violation seems extreme.
Our policy reads:
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The administration of the classroom rests with the instructor. When evidence of academic dishonesty comes to the instructor’s attention, the instructor should (a) document the incident, (b) permit the accused student to provide an explanation, (c) advise the student of possible penalties, and (d) take action. The instructor may impose any academic penalty up to and including an "F" grade in the course after consulting with his or her department chair and informing the student of the action taken. Using the standard form, the instructor must report the incident and the action taken to his or her department chair, who, in turn, shall forward the report to his or her dean.
If the student is not enrolled in the college or school in which the course is offered, the dean of that college shall forward the report to the dean of the college or school in which the student is enrolled for possible disciplinary action.
Grade penalties imposed as a result of academic dishonesty may be appealed by the student in accordance with the procedures developed by the department and college or school in which the course is offered.
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And from the Office of Student Conduct here, elaborating on the process:
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Q: What happens if I am reported for academic dishonesty?
A: Your instructor or your instructor's Department Chair will notify our office by sending us a report form. The form includes a summary of the incident and your explanation or reaction to the accusations. It also informs us of the instructor's action or recommendations for academic sanctions. Because it is a violation of student conduct regulations a confidential conduct record will be created and a written warning will be issued to you. Typically, first violations are remedied by your participating in a no-cost, on-campus Academic Integrity Seminar which is designed to support your academic and personal development. Second violations are referred to the Student Conduct Committee for resolution that could result in further developmental sanctions or suspension.
Q: What if I don't think I cheated, plagarized, assisted, or fabricated?
A: During the reporting process you will be given an opportunity to explain your situation to your instructor (or the department chair) and provide information you believe is important to be considered in the matter. If you disagree with the the determination of responsibility you may appeal the reported academic dishonesty.
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I like our method better; it gives students ample opportunity to learn from the experience without totally humiliating them and/or robbing them of further educational experience.