The University of Minnesota upholds academic integrity as a fundamental value, expecting all students to engage in honest and ethical academic behavior. This commitment is outlined in the Board of Regents Policy: Student Conduct Code, which defines scholastic dishonesty to include cheating, plagiarism, unauthorized collaboration, and other forms of academic misconduct.
The University Senate at the University of Minnesota is a systemwide governing body that brings together representatives from faculty, students, civil service staff, and professional and administrative (P&A) employees. Through its four distinct senates—Faculty, Student, Civil Service, and P&A—it facilitates shared governance by developing policies, advising University leadership, and addressing key issues that affect the entire University community.