It matters now, because it matters later.
"Students should strive to attain their highest possible level of academic achievement. They have an obligation to abide by standards of academic honesty which dictate that all their scholastic work shall be original. Violations of academic honesty are governed by the Code of Student Conduct."
- SVSU Student Handbook 1.2.2
Violations of any university regulations, including the Academic Integrity policy, may result in dismissal from Saginaw Valley State University or in a lesser sanction deemed appropriate by a university Hearing Officer.
- SVSU Code of Student Conduct