I will respect the intellectual property of others, giving credit for ideas or information where credit is due. When appropriate, I will compensate others for the use of their ideas or intellectual property.
I will respect copyright laws and software licenses; particularly, when completing course assignments or department requirements.
In preparing assignments and response to examinations, I will follow the policies provided by the department and its professors. When I do not understand the policies governing an assignment or exam, I will seek clarification.
Unless there are clear policies to the contrary, I will not seek information about the content of course exams, will not disclose such information to others, and will not seek or provide assistance to others in the completion of exams challenges or questions.
When communicating with department personnel about my status as a student, my program of studies, or my coursework, I will honestly represent my understanding of relevant circumstances, for example, whether I have (or have not) completed course prerequisites or filed specific paperwork.
I will take reasonable efforts to stay informed of SDSU policies regarding plagiarism, cheating, and software use. In particular, I will read the University’s Statement of Student Rights and Responsibilities.