New evidence alleges Indiana University President Pamela Whitten plagiarized her dissertation , The Herald-Times reported last week.

Plagiarism is often taken very seriously at universities and can result in serious consequences for the student accused.

A professor may ask the student to redo the plagiarized assignment, but they also could give the student an "F" on the plagiarized assignment or require withdrawal and assign a failing grade to the entire course.

If the professor finds the plagiarism particularly egregious, it could be escalated to disciplinary probation, suspension or even expulsion.

Here's what happens to Indiana University students when they are caught plagiarizing.

What is plagiarism?

According to the definition by Merriam-Webster , someone who plagiarized has

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