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standard 2-Institional Integrity |
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The institution subscribes to, advocates, and demonstrates
honesty and truthfulness in representations to its constituencies and the
public; in pursuit of truth and the dissemination of knowledge; in its treatment
of and respect for administration, faculty, staff, and students; in the
management of its affairs and in relationships with its accreditation
association and other external agencies.
1. The institution represents itself clearly, accurately, and consistently to its constituencies, the public, and prospective students through its catalogues, publications, and statements, including those presented in electronic formats. Precise, accurate, and current information is provided in the catalog concerning (a) educational purposes; (b) degrees, curricular offerings, educational resources, and course offerings; (c) student fees and other financial obligations, student financial aid, and fee refund policies; (d) requirements for admission and for achievement of degrees, including the academic calendar and information regarding program length; and (e) the names of administrators, faculty, and governing board. 2. The institution has a readily available governing board-adopted policy protecting academic freedom and responsibility which states the institutional commitment to the free pursuit and dissemination of knowledge and
fosters the integrity of the teaching-learning process. 3. Faculty and other college staff distinguish between personal conviction and proven conclusions and present relevant data fairly and objectively to students and others. 4. Institutions which strive to instill specific beliefs or world views or to require codes of conduct of faculty, administrative and support staff, or students give clear prior notice of such policies. 5. The institution provides faculty and students with clear expectations concerning the principles of academic honesty and the sanctions for violation. 6. The institution demonstrates through policies and practices an appropriate understanding of and concern for issues of equity and diversity. 7. The institution demonstrates honesty and integrity in its athletic programs. 8. The institution demonstrates honesty and integrity in its relationships with the Commission and agrees to comply with Commission standards, policies, guidelines, public disclosure, and self study requirements. 9. The institution regularly evaluates and revises institutional policies, practices, and publications to ensure integrity in all representations about its mission, programs, and services.
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