Reasonable cause needs to be present for the University to take interim action prior to proceeding with the conduct process. The purpose of an interim action is to:
- ensure the safety and well-being of all members of the University community;
- take action if the RSO poses a threat of disruption of or interference with, the normal operations of the University.
If a RSO fails to comply with the requirements of the interim action, the University may immediately take any lawful action to obtain compliance.
8.1 Interim Action Review
An RSO can request an interim action review be conducted at any time after interim action is imposed. The RSO President or designee must submit the request for review in writing. During the review process, the RSO will be given an opportunity to demonstrate, in writing, why they feel the cause no longer exists for the interim action to be in effect. This may include providing additional information not available at the time the interim action was imposed. A separate University official will conduct the review.
8.2 “Interim Action” includes but is not limited to:
- Immediate cease and desist from all organizational activities.
- Restrictions on organizational activities.
- No verbal/non-verbal/third-party contact with another person(s).
- Restriction on RSO’s presence on University property, and/or at University events.