Plagiarism: to steal and pass off (the ideas or words of another) as one's own; use (another's production) without crediting the source. (from MirriamWebster.com)
There are many consequences for plagerism, among them is change in a grade, disciplinary probation, disciplinary suspension, and expulsion. For more information on the consequences see the Student Rights and Responsibilities page.
So DON'T DO IT!!! The following are some examples of differerent types of plagiarism and how to avoid them.