The School of Social Work and the university community view academic or professional misconduct as extremely serious and as constituting grounds for sanctions including suspension or dismissal under appropriate procedures.

It is also recognized that the unacceptable behaviors described above are often indications that the student needs assistance. Each incident and each individual involved is unique, and all mitigating circumstances will be considered with each infraction.

There may be instances where University of Michigan Policies supersede school policies related to academic and professional conduct, such as violations of Title IX.