Violent or Threatening Behavior

In situations where violence occurs or appears imminent, individuals should immediately call 911. 

Violent and/or threatening behavior encompasses a range of activities occurring on or off University or Medical Center Grounds. Violent and/or threatening behavior may be physical, verbal, written, or communicated electronically and reasonably perceived to intend physical harm or cause fear of such harm. Violent and/or threatening behavior includes but is not limited to the following examples:  

  • Brandishing a weapon or firearm
  • Unsanctioned possession of firearms, weapons, or other dangerous items
  • Intentionally injuring another person physically
  • Threatening to injure or kill another person
  • Threatening to or intentionally damaging property
  • Engaging in verbal or physical behavior that creates a reasonable fear of physical injury
  • Intentionally engaging in verbal or physical behavior that subjects any individual to extreme emotional distress
  • Publishing a person's name or photograph with identifying information with the intent to coerce, intimidate, or harass the individual (also known as doxing). 
  • Engaging in violent or threatening behavior related to harassment, discrimination, hazing, stalking, dating or domestic violence, or sexual assault

Any individual who engages in violent or threatening behavior may be removed and/or prosecuted for trespass, disorderly conduct, or other offenses under state or federal law.

Engaging in violent and/or threatening behavior that violates the student, employee, faculty, medical center, or patient codes or standards of conduct; the Title IX Policy; the Preventing and Addressing Discrimination and Harassment (PADH Policy); or the Preventing and Addressing Retaliation Policy may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment, termination of services, or expulsion.