Importance of Academic Integrity Academic integrity is a major concern among many colleges and universities around the world. Many people may ask the question: what is academic integrity? The University of Missouri Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities (nd) states: “Academic integrity is the fundamental set of values ​​and principles that underpin the very mission of the University itself; integrity, honesty, hard work and determination to translate personal and professional principles into behavior. Some may also view academic integrity as the act of maintaining honest and legitimate behavior within an academic framework that avoids, prevents, and provides disciplinary action for those who commit academic dishonesty, plagiarism, and cheating of any kind. The majority of colleges and universities in all disciplines have academic ethics and honesty policies for all students, regardless of their academic status as undergraduate or graduate students. For example, Webster University's (nd) ethics statement for graduate and undergraduate programs states: "Those who choose to participate...