I. The Duke Community Standard
Duke University is
a community of scholars and learners, committed to the principles
of honesty, trustworthiness, fairness, and respect for others.
Students share with faculty and staff the responsibility for promoting
a climate of integrity. As citizens of this community, students
are expected to adhere to these fundamental values at all times,
in both their academic and non-academic endeavors.
The PledgeStudents affirm their commitment to uphold the values of the Duke University community by signing a pledge that states:
1. I will not lie, cheat, or steal in
my academic endeavors, nor will I accept the actions of those
who do.
2. I will conduct myself responsibly and honorably in all my
activities as a Duke student.
The Reaffirmation
Upon completion of each academic assignment, students will be expected to reaffirm the above commitment by signing this statement: “I have adhered to the Duke Community Standard in completing this assignment.” [Student Signature]
II.
Definitions (from the Dean of Students web
site)