Academic Honor Pledge

St. John's University is a diverse community of teachers and scholars committed to the principles of truth, love, respect, opportunity, excellence and service.  Members of the St. John's University community strive to create an atmosphere which embodies the University's Vincentian mission.  Students and faculty commit themselves to the pursuit of wisdom and academic excellence, while fostering a responsibility of serving others.  As members of this community, students are expected to maintain the principles of compassion and the values of honesty and academic integrity.

In accordance with this pledge, students acknowledge their commitment to the values and principles of the mission of St. John's University.

  1. I will not tolerate or participate in any form of academic fraud by cheating, lying or stealing, nor will I accept the actions of those who choose to violate this code.
  2. I will conduct myself both honorably and responsibly in all my activities as a St. John's University student, both academically and non-academically.

Adopted by the University Community and student Government, Inc.
April 2003

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