Many students, both on and off-campus, run into problems with illegal downloading. If you make the decision to illegally download something, you may face losing your access to internet on campus. The first violation will result in a warning, a second will have your internet access disabled until you meet with an OSU computer technician and Conduct office staff, and a third violation will result in the internet being disabled permanently. You may find that even if illegal downloading is done off-campus or even entirely in another city, there is still a risk of violating the use agreement. When a student comes back on to campus, their computer is susceptible, through downloading programs, to others downloading their shared files while on campus. We recommend students refrain from utilizing these services and to do some investigating of other programs you may consider downloading online.
Recently students have had the opportunity to use note sharing services, such as Notehall. These opportunities provide ways in which students can earn funds for taking notes in a class and sharing these notes with students. It is important, if you are taking notes or accessing them, that you are also mindful of the Student Conduct Code as it pertains to academic dishonesty. However, we have also seen students in violation of the use agreement through these services. Utilizing Blackboard as a means of emailing classmates about the notes you have taken would be a violation of the use agreement by using University computer resources in a manner that is not its intended use and for the individual’s personal gain. Despite the use of email through Blackboard being listed as a possible option for marketing your materials, it would be a violation of the use agreement.
These are just a couple examples. Overall, we encourage students at OSU to become familiar with this use agreement as technology becomes more accessible in classes and on-campus. We may not be able to identify examples that will come out as technology progresses, so the onus falls onto the student to think critically about one’s use of the resources here on campus. If there is something you are unsure of as a potential violation to the use agreement and the Student Conduct Code, please give us a call.
]]>And this Saturday, Beaver football plays at home! At 330pm the Beavers will square off against Arizona State inside Reser Stadium. Be sure to pick up your tickets as soon as possible.
Football is fun to watch but it is important to maintain a friendly and respectful atmosphere during the game. Being mindful of those around you and the decisions you make will be conducive to creating a fun experience for all fans and players attending this weekend.
A few things to keep in mind about alcohol and fan behavior:
We’d like to encourage all of you to explore the Game Day Information link produced by OSU Athletics. On this site you can find more information regarding Game Day policies as well as guidelines for behavior.
Have a safe and fun weekend! Go Beavers!
]]>In our office, we each do different things…
Dan really enjoys being outdoors and the opportunity to ride the motorcycle. Weekends prove to be quite a nice time to relax and enjoy fresh air.
Resa recently adopted two puppies that are full of energy and fun. She finds balance in playing with the growing pups and also spending time outside.
Shannon tries to take a long cycle ride each morning to balance out her day. She also finds rejuvenation in talking with loved ones she cannot see as often as she would like.
Heather plans personal thinking time each day, whether that is taking the time to walk to work or spending time alone and without her computer or phone.
As we all head into the summer months, take the time to work but to also plan fun activities you enjoy. The college atmosphere is a busy one and can often be stressful, so use the summer to think of ways in which those fun activities over the summer can be incorporated into the week-to-week life of school.
Go Beavers!
]]>In our role on campus, we work with students in the reporting process of sexual assault, violence, and/or misconduct. If you are considering whether or not you want to file a report, we encourage you to visit our office. Our priority is your safety and ensuring you are connected to resources in our community. To learn more about our role and the process of reporting, we invite you to explore the resources on our website. On this page, you will find information for different community resources as well as more detailed information about the reporting process.
]]>First and foremost, some definitions… Oregon Administrative Rule (OAR) 576-015-0020 (1.a) defines academic dishonesty “as an intentional act of deception in which a student seeks to claim credit for the work or effort of another person or uses unauthorized materials or fabricated information in any academic work.”
At Oregon State, through OAR 576-015-0020 (1.b), academic dishonesty is broken up into five different parts.
So what does this mean in a college classroom? There are a variety of different actions that could be considered being academically dishonest beyond the old image of looking for answers on another person’s test. It is important to be mindful in your coursework and if you are unsure about what you are doing to clarify with questions.
TIPS!!!
WHEN IN DOUBT, ALWAYS ASK!
Good luck with the rest of the term and Go Beavers!
Campus Resource Information:
Counseling & Psychological Services (CAPS) Programs
5th floor, Snell hall
541.737.2131
http://oregonstate.edu/counsel/
Academic Success Center
102 Waldo Hall
541.737.2272
http://success.oregonstate.edu/
Center for Writing and Learning
123 Waldo Hall
541.737.2930
Disability Access Services
A-200 Kerr
541.737.4098
http://ds.oregonstate.edu/home/
International Education
444 Snell
541.737.3006
]]>From the Office of Student Conduct and Community Standards, we wish you all the best of luck with your final papers and exams!
Go Beavers!
]]>Email your quote to resa.cochran@oregonstate.edu. If your quote is selected, we’ll ask you to stop by our office to take a picture and we’ll put your quote and picture up on our website!
Take care!
]]>We would love to hear from you!! If you have any questions or topics you would like to see addressed on the blog, please send us an email – heather.pearson@oregonstate.edu.
Go Beavers!
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