THE COBLESKILL CREED
The State University of New York College of Agriculture and Technology at Cobleskill is committed to being an educationally purposeful community where all members-the faculty, staff and students-are dedicated to maintaining an enriching and just environment.
As a member of this community I understand that I am committed to this code of ethics and behavior that is civil, positive and responsible. Therefore, I will abide by and assist others in following these principles:
Pursue and support academic integrity and excellence.
- I will make every effort to attend all of my classes and be an active participant.
- I will accept responsibility for assignments and due dates.
- I will devote quality time to support my scholarly pursuits.
- I will become aware of and utilize campus support services and resources.
- I will strive to be a positive role model in and out of class.
- I will do my own work and give credit to the appropriate sources: I will not cheat, copy from others, or plagiarize.
- I will strive to learn and achieve excellence by participating in a variety of educational experiences.
Practice and promote personal integrity.
- I will be honest with myself and others.
- I will abide by the Student Code of Conduct and encourage others to do the same.
- I will stand up for what is right and just.
Embrace and respect diversity and equality.
- I will accept and learn from others who are different from me.
- I will participate in multicultural experiences and diversity workshops and encourage participation by others.
- I will refuse to accept intolerant behaviors or attitudes in myself or others.
Respect myself, respect others and take responsibility for my actions.
- I will take pride in my achievements and achievements of others.
- I will practice a healthy lifestyle by eating well, getting plenty of rest exercising regularly, seeking medical attention as necessary and by not abusing substances (e.g. alcohol, drugs).
- I will use respectful language and not offend others by my actions.
Respect and take pride in the campus environment.
- I will respect college facilities and property and encourage others to do the same (e.g. residence halls, classroom furniture).
- I will recycle and dispose of trash in proper receptacles (e.g. cigarette butts, gum, chew and beverage containers).
- I will do my part in conserving energy and other resources.
Demonstrate genuine concern and compassion towards others.
- I will support and welcome others by being sensitive, caring, helpful and considerate of all the members of the campus community.
