Dishonesty of any kind on examinations or written assignments, unauthorized possession of examination questions, the use of unauthorized notes (either written or electronic) during an examination, obtaining information during an examination from another dental hygiene and dental student, assisting others to cheat, altering grade records, or illegally entering an office are instances of cheating. Cell phones, smartphones, and smartwatches are not permitted during examinations. A student who is found to have a cell phone or smart device on their person during an examination will receive a zero for that examination and will be subject to dismissal.