Student academic misconduct – student responsibilities

Responsibilities checklist

• Active participation: Attend all scheduled meetings, hearings and consultations.
• Maintain honesty: Provide truthful and accurate information throughout the investigation.
• Timely responses: Adhere to deadlines for submitting documents, attending meetings and providing requested information.
• Seek clarification: Request guidance and ask questions when uncertain about procedures or responsibilities.

Handling an academic misconduct case might feel overwhelming, but your only responsibilities are staying engaged, honest and proactive during the process.

Remember to…

Show up for any meetings or consultations that are scheduled

These are important because they give you a chance to explain yourself, share your side of the story and show your commitment to sorting things out. Your input matters and being actively involved shows you care about resolving the issue in a fair way.

Be truthful

If you made a mistake, own up to it. Institutions value honesty and respect your ability to be upfront about what happened. Trying to cover up or mislead won’t help, in fact, it can make things worse. Being honest helps the process move forward smoothly and shows that you’re taking responsibility for your actions.

Respond to emails or requests on time

Deadlines are there to keep everything on track, so make sure you submit documents, attend meetings or provide information when asked. It’s a simple way to show you’re cooperating and helps avoid any unnecessary delays. Missing deadlines can lead to decisions being made without your input, which may affect the outcome and potentially the severity of the penalty that’s applied. If you are finding it hard to stick to your deadlines, contact your institution for support.

Ask questions or seek guidance

The procedures might seem complex at first, but there are people and resources available to help you out. Whether it’s academic advisors, student support staff or online guides, there’s no shame in reaching out for clarity. Understanding what’s happening and expectations can make a huge difference in how you approach the situation.

Remember This isn’t just about resolving the issue, it’s about looking after your future. Academic misconduct cases can be stressful, but staying engaged, honest and proactive shows your dedication to your studies and your personal growth.