Protect KSU property, data, and assets
Prevent waste or the misuse of resources
Follow financial guidelines, including procurement card use and grant conditions
Practice sound fiscal management and accurate reporting
Understand and follow applicable laws, regulations, and policies
Report suspected violations to appropriate officials; supervisors must address these reports responsibly
Participate in required ethics and compliance training
Encourage students' pursuit of knowledge
Respect students as individuals and evaluate their work fairly
Protect confidentiality in student relationships
Support academic freedom in teaching, research, and public engagement
Contribute to shared governance and public service
Conduct and report research with honesty and integrity
Adhere to disciplinary standards and federal regulations (e.g., IRB)
Avoid plagiarism and ensure originality, crediting others' contributions as necessary
Maintain accuracy in published works
Make decisions impartially and ensure they are free from personal or familial conflicts
Disclose and recuse oneself from decisions involving conflicts of interest
Follow laws and policies on handling public, private, and confidential information
Use safeguards to protect data security and integrity
Adhere to laws and guidelines pertaining to document retention and disposal
Comply with safety laws and KSU policies
Report accidents, injuries, or suspicious activities
Handle hazardous materials responsibly
KSU community members are to report any violations of which they have knowledge. Violations may be reported to a community member's direct supervisor, the Office of Human Resources (HR), or the KSU Ethics Hotline.