After a decision has been issued by an administrator and/or hearing body, parties are able to appeal. The University Academic Appeals Board has jurisdiction over all appeals of decisions made by a hearing body adjudicating any allegation of academic integrity misconduct.
The parties (complainant and respondent) may appeal on one or more of the following bases:
- The information presented does not support the decision reached
- The sanction recommended is not commensurate with the seriousness of the offense
- Applicable procedures were not followed
- There was a conflict of interest involving a member of the hearing body
Written appeals must be submitted within five (5) class days after the date on which the decision was sent. The decision of the University Academic Appeals Board is final and will be sent to the parties in writing, with a rationale for their decision included. Questions regarding appeals should be emailed to conduct@msu.edu.