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Academic Integrity Appeals 

Appeals related to academic integrity violation (e.g., plagiarism) must be submitted through the instructor's college or school.

Select the appropriate college/school to view policies and procedures:

  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • Zimpleman College of Business
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Grade Appeals

Appeals of final course grades must be submitted through the instructor's college or school.

Select the appropriate college/school to view policies and procedures:

  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • Zimpleman College of Business
  • School of Education
  • School of Journalism and Mass Communication
  • Law School (Section 8.56 and 8.52 of pdf)
  • College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences
  • Cowles Library

Other Academic Concerns

Concerns related to academic policies, classroom experiences, or instructors should be directed to the college/school responsible for course or program. 

Select the appropriate college/school to view policies and procedures:

  • College of Arts and Sciences and Fine Arts
  • Zimpleman College of Business
  • School of Education
  • Law School
  • School of Journalism and Mass Communication
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  • Cowles Library

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