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Florida Gulf Coast University is located on the west coast of Florida. It’s location and degree offerings attract many students. In almost every competitive environment, students make mistakes. Academic integrity violations like cheating and plagiarism are taken...

If you are reading this, chances are that you were found responsible for a violation of UF student policy. Even though you were found responsible, it’s not the end of the process. UF has clearly outlined appeal procedures regarding disciplinary decisions. How can a UF...

Florida State University is one of the largest universities in the state of Florida. Located in Tallahassee, it offers many degree programs that make it a desirable choice for students. Since it is a large university, students often strive to be at the top of their...

The University of Florida is one of the largest colleges in the state of Florida. Located in Gainesville, it has many programs and offerings that attract students. Due to the large student body, it can be a competitive environment. Students striving to do their best...

Florida standardized tests like the FSA or EOC are proctored by school staff including teachers. More often than most think, school districts or Florida Department of Education (DOE) find test administration problems. What should a teacher do if they were accused of...

You have a friend that took the same class as you with the same professor a semester or two ago. They offer you their notes and tests to study from. You are thankful and use them as a study aid for a test like a midterm or final. When you walk in on test day, you...

College can be a big adjustment. Leaving the comfort of home and facing the demands of college can cause some student’s grades to fall. Universities have GPA requirements for students to remain enrolled. What happens if you slip below your colleges GPA cutoff? You can...

Online schools like the University of Phoenix, Capella University, Walden University, and Southern New Hampshire University are becoming increasingly popular. The ability to get a degree from home allows the flexibility to do courses on your own time. However,...

Teachers and administrators can struggle to balance responsibilities. Finding equity between work and school can be a challenge and mistakes can be made. What happens if a teacher or administrator is arrested or convicted of a crime and forgets to report it to their...

Going to college is an exciting time for many. It can be a tough adjustment for some students. Failing a class, getting caught cheating or plagiarizing, or facing accusations of more serious offenses can all lead to an expulsion. What happens if you are recommended to...