Participating at the University of Utah Science and Engineering Fair (USEF) competition carries moral and ethical responsibilities for every young person. USEF expects students to act with honor and integrity when conducting scientific research and in interacting within their peer community.
While pre-collegiate scientific research is an educational process that includes the potential for errors and omissions, it is essential that students’ intentions remain honest and free from deceit.
While attending the University of Utah Science and Engineering Fair students are expected to follow these basic rules, procedures, and expectations. Students found to be violating either the ethics or code of conduct may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including disqualification at the discretion of the Fair Director, Program Manager and USEF staff.
Submitting a scientific integrity allegation is a serious action that should be done only with credible evidence and when you are willing to come forward as an identifiable source of that information. No adverse action or retaliation will be taken against a person who reports a violation or who participates in an investigation in good faith.
Please submit your concerns to jody.oostema@utah.edu or find a USEF staff member wearing a black vest during the fair.