University Policies & Procedures
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Most University policies, procedures, and University resources can be found in the Pennbook. The following policies, among others in the Pennbook will guide and govern your activities at Penn. Read through the information carefully, as all members of the Penn community are expected to know and follow these policies
As academic integrity is a core value of Penn, all students and scholars must be clear on what constitutes original work vs. plagiarism. You must also be aware of the serious consequences of any form of academic dishonesty. The Handbook for Students: Ethics and Original Research defines rules for citation and gives guidance on avoiding plagiarism.
If you think you have been treated unfairly at Penn by faculty, staff, or fellow students, you should bring your grievance to the attention of University officials. ISSS staff will assist you by referring you to the appropriate office or individual. We can help arrange appointments with any of the following resources and advise you on your initial visit. Please see the list below of helpful resources:
Resources
Office of the Ombudsman
113 Duhring Wing, 236 S. 34th Street
215-898-8261
The Ombudsman is available to students, faculty, and staff with a grievance involving the University or anyone within the University. The Ombudsman acts as an objective, impartial agent and will either refer the complaint to the person best able to resolve the program, or investigate the matter, making appropriate recommendations for its resolution. The Ombudsman handles all kinds of issues from academic freedom, personal conflicts, harassment, to concerns of personal safety.
The Center for Community Standards and Accountability (CSA)
207 Duhring Wing, 236 S. 34th Street
215-898-5651
Any student, faculty or staff member who believes that a student has violated a University rule may file a written complaint with this office. Among other matters, the staff at CSA, formally known as The Office of Student Conduct, is responsible for investigating complaints against students under the regulations of the University; determining whether the charges against a student should be brought before the Hearing Board; resolving by agreement charges against students; presenting evidence supporting charges in hearings and ensuring that agreements and sanctions are enforced. OIP-ISSS will also report incidents of immigration document forgery or signature forgery to CSA.
Office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Programs
3600 Chestnut Street, Sansom Place East, Suite 228
215-898-6993
The Office consults, investigates, and attempts to resolve complaints or grievances that involve issues of discrimination on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, national or ethnic origins, or disability.
| African-American Resource Center 3537 Locust Walk Suite 200 215-898-0104 |
Greenfield Intercultural Center 3708 Chestnut St. 215-898-3357 |
| LGBT Center 3907 Spruce Street 215-898-5044 |
Office of Student Affairs 200 Houston Hall 215-898-6533 |
| Penn Women's Center 3643 Locust Walk 215-898-8611 |
Penn Violence Prevention |
| Office of the Vice Provost for University Life 3611 Locust Walk 215-898-6081 |
