To the University Community:
The Office of Student Conduct periodically prepares reports to inform
the University Community about the character and extent of the work of
the Disciplinary System, including the nature of violations of University
rules and regulations and the sanctions imposed. These reports are made,
in part, to provide an accurate and informative picture of the kinds of
misconduct which are brought to the attention of our office and the variety
of ways in which these matters get resolved. At the same time, we are mindful
of our obligation under our Charter to protect the confidentiality of individual
students.
With respect to the report itself, please note the following: we have
separated "Type of Incidents" of misconduct into broad, generally
understood categories. It is important to stress that the categories and
accompanying numbers represent the kinds of complaints received,
not disciplinary charges filed nor individuals ultimately found
responsible for misconduct.
Further, please note that many incidents involve more than one student
which is why the number of respondents so far exceeds the number of cases.
Finally, we have, pursuant to the mandate of our Charter, increasingly
attempted to resolve disciplinary and other referrals through mediation
or other informal, constructive means. Those of you familiar with our previous
reports to the community will see a greater emphasis placed on these alternative
means of solving some disputes, where appropriate.
There is no substitute for student and faculty input, consultation and
participation in the disciplinary process. This report, while meant to
be informative, ideally should serve only as a catalyst for candid discussion
about conduct and academic integrity issues of concern to our community.
In that spirit, I welcome any comments or questions regarding this report
or any other aspect of our disciplinary process. I can be reached at (215)
898-5651 or by e-mail at goldfarm@pobox.upenn.edu.
--Michele A. Goldfarb, Director, Office of Student Conduct
II. Type of Incidents |
(Categories based on initial allegations only; does not
necessarily reflect final charge) |
Code of Academic Integrity |
Incidents |
Number of Respondents |
Alter Examination/Paper for Regrade |
4 |
Cheating |
7 |
Fabrication |
1 |
Facilitating Academic Dishonesty |
8 |
Misconduct During Examination |
5 |
Misrepresentation of Academic Records |
1 |
Plagiarism |
22 |
Use or Performance of Another PersonÕs Work |
1 |
Code of Student Conduct |
Incidents |
Number of Respondents |
Alcohol--first offense (2 catagories) |
41 |
- Referred to OSC for Disciplinary Action
|
13 |
- Incidents Received from College Houses and Academic Services for Record
Keeping Only. Sanctioned In-House
|
28 |
Alcohol--second offense (3 categories) |
5 |
- Referred to OSC for Disciplinary Action
|
3 |
- Investigation Completed by OSC and then Referred to the Office of Fraternity
and Sorority Affairs for Final Resolution/Sanctioning
|
1 |
- Incidents Received from College Houses and Academic Services for Record
Keeping Only. Sanctioned In-House
|
1 |
Assault |
7 |
Attempted Theft |
1 |
Bike Policy |
1 |
Burglary |
2 |
Computer Misuse/Piracy |
6 |
Criminal Mischief |
2 |
Disorderly Conduct |
35 |
Disturbance/Investigation of Person |
2 |
Drug |
11 |
E-Mail Threats/Unethical Use |
1 |
False Identity |
2 |
Fire Code |
2 |
Harassment |
4 |
Hazing |
3 |
Kidnapping |
1 |
Misappropriation of Funds |
1 |
Misrepresentation of Status to University |
1 |
Noise |
10 |
Propulsion of Object |
8 |
Sexual Harassment |
1 |
Theft |
7 |
Threats |
1 |
Trespassing |
4 |
Use or Possession of Airguns/Firearms |
4 |
Vandalism |
21 |