Sample Note on Copyrights, Licenses, and Content

The unauthorized copying of software which is licensed or protected by copyright is unethical and illegal. We do not condone unauthorized copying of software, or other any other copyrighted media. This would also include music and video files. Failure to observe copyrights or license agreements may result in disciplinary action or legal action by the copyright holder.

Respect for the intellectual work and property of others have traditionally been essential to the mission of colleges and universities. Plagiarism is not tolerated.

All institutional policies, including those concerning intellectual honesty, theft, and civility, are applicable to the use of the Internet.

Individuals are subject to sanction if they violate institutional policy, as well as to legal punishment if they violate the law.