The FEC examined existing reports and recommendations focused on academic irregularities and academic misconduct, identified questions or gaps in knowledge to be addressed, and created a plan for next steps to help ensure the integrity of academic offerings and academic standards.

A thorough review was conducted of all courses in the Department of African and Afro-American Studies, ranging from summer 2007 through summer 2011.

A review of then-current University policies concerning independent study courses, as well as existing protocols related to enrollment and assignment of faculty to independent studies courses.

Recommendations were made to align University’s responsibility and obligations to provide access to high quality academic support services to student-athletes.