The USF Ethics and Integrity Council serves in an advisory capacity to the President of the University, as well as to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and the Vice President for Student Affairs on policies, procedures and practices affecting students’ academic integrity, ethical development, and respect for the global community at the University of South Florida.
Send questions about academic integrity to: academicintegrity@usf.edu. This email address is for academic integrity purposes only. Messages unrelated to academic integrity will receive no response.
Commitment to Honor
The University of South Florida is committed to honor in student development, academic learning, scholarship and research. Click here to learn more and to begin living the commitment.
Understanding Plagiarism
What is plagiarism and how can I avoid it? What are some strategies I can use to help my students understand and avoid plagiarism? Explore these USF-produced resources to help answer your questions about plagiarism.
Research Ethics
Browse USF information about guidelines and initiatives that focus on Ethics & Integrity in research activities across the University community.
Academic Policies
Browse USF policies and procedures related to violations of Academic Integrity & Ethics
Resources
Discover resources to help develop ethical academic habits or assist you in dealing with issues related to Academic Integrity & Ethics.
Ethics & Integrity Events
Here you will find links to USF events sponsored or recommended by the Ethics & Integrity Council.
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EthicsPoint
EthicsPoint provides a simple, anonymous way to confidentially report activities that may involve certain improper conduct or violations of USF Policies.