What is the ODU honor code?

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Honor Code We, the students of Old Dominion University, aspire to be honest and forthright in our academic endeavors. Therefore, we will practice honesty and integrity and be guided by the tenets of the Monarch Creed. We will meet the challenges to be beyond reproach in our actions and our words.

Is ODU respected?

Old Dominion University has again been recognized as a top-tier institution in the prestigious U.S. News & World Report’s 2022 Best Colleges rankings released today. ODU was ranked in the top tier of nearly 1,500 higher education institutions evaluated, and ranked No. 132 among public universities.

What is grade forgiveness ODU?

Top view of group of students sitting together at table. University students doing group study. Under the Grade Forgiveness Policy, undergraduate students seeking baccalaureate degrees may improve their grade point average (GPA) by repeating up to five courses taken previously.

What is academic dishonesty and why is it wrong?

Academic dishonesty erodes the mutual trust between students and faculty that is at the core of higher ed. Academic dishonesty assumes that the end justifies the means and that the grade is the most important thing. Academic dishonesty is not in the long-term best interests of students.

Is ODU a Tier 1 school?

“ODU’s designation as an R1 institution demonstrates its national standing as a top-tier research university,” Virginia Secretary of Education Fran Bradford said.

What is a C at ODU?

Each letter grade carries a grade point value that is used in calculating the grade point average (GPA). Grades with + or – carry different grade points than the letter grade alone (i.e., B=3.00 grade points, B+ = 3.30 grade points, B- = 2.70 grade points)….What is the grading scale?

B-	2.7
C	2.0

How do I drop out of ODU?

During the withdrawal period, no instructor permission is required and the withdrawal may usually be accomplished via LEO Online (Banner Registration) or by submitting a completed Drop/Add/Withdraw Form to the Office of the Registrar.

What is your pledge to support the honor system at ODU?

I pledge to support the honor system of Old Dominion University. I will refrain from any form of academic dishonesty or deception, such as cheating or plagiarism. I am aware that as a member of the academic community it is my responsibility to turn in all suspected violations of the Honor Code.

What is the ODU Honor Council?

The ODU Honor Council promotes academic integrity among ODU students and provides information on the definitions of cheating and plagiarism. Reports of academic dishonesty and conduct violations are handled by the Office of Student Conduct & Academic Integrity. ODU, like all universities, expects you to do your own work.

What is the Code of conduct at Old Dominion University?

At Old Dominion University, student members of the community are expected to uphold and abide by standards of conduct that form the basis of the Code of Student Conduct. ODU is committed to the academic excellence of all students and provides a variety of resources to support student success.

What are the policies and procedures at ODU?

The University’s Policies and Procedures are the governing ordinances of ODU. Student conduct records and educational records are protected by the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA). Report an academic dishonesty incident or release student information with the following forms.