Academic integrity refers to the academic responsibility to uphold ethical and moral standards in your work, especially by ensuring the work your produce is your own. Plagiarism is an example of a failure in academic integrity. As a Dalhousie student, you are expected to uphold the principles of Academic Integrity outlined by the University's policies and procedures.
The Writing Centre has several resources available to help you avoid plagiarism:
Understanding copyright is another aspect to becoming academically responsible. The Dalhousie University Copyright Office has some helpful background information so you understand your rights and the rights of others (*spoiler*: you cannot photocopy a textbook):