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NWU's plagiarism policy states that plagiarism is a serious academic offense and is defined as presenting the work of others without proper attribution. Students convicted of truancy can face a range of disciplinary actions, from receiving a failing grade on an assignment to expulsion from the university. The University has strict guidelines for citing sources and academic integrity, and students are advised to familiarize themselves with these guidelines to avoid plagiarism. It is the student's responsibility to cite all sources used in their work and ensure that they do not plagiarize in any way.