Conduct Process

Make Positive Decisions 

The conduct process begins with you. Every choice you make has the potential to create positive outcomes for both yourself and the Morgan State University community.

Before making a decision that could result in a Code violation, remember:  Stop, Think, Exhale, Choose Positive.

1. When things begin to escalate Stop
2. Think about options and consequences 
3. Take time to Exhale and breathe through the situation
4. Choose the behavior that will yield the most Positive results 

Some examples of acceptable behaviors include the following:

1. Walk away from the situation and report it.
2. Request and participate in mediation. 
3. Report the violation and remain to explain. 

Once an alleged Student Code of Conduct violation has taken place

1. It is reported to the OSRR
2.  An investigation is launched. 
3. Charged parties receive a notice of conduct conference from the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities. 
4. Read the entire notice. 
   1. Check student email, spam, and Guardian account for correspondence.  
   2. Any charged student may call the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities to inquire about case details.
5. Arrive on time for the conduct conference as they are generally not rescheduled. 
6. Provide your account of the events during the conference.
7. A decision is made regarding the case and correspondence is emailed to the student and posted in Guardian. 

After a decision has been made

1. Reflect on your behaviors and strive to make future decisions that yield the most positive results for yourself and the MSU community.  
2. If a hearing is scheduled, appear on time for the hearing as they are generally not rescheduled.
3. If deemed responsible, satisfy sanctions prior to the deadline. Upload your submission directly to Guardian or email directly to studentrights@morgan.edu.   
4. Access resources that may assist with your success as an MSU student.
   1. CARE Team
   2. Counseling Center
   3. Academic Support/Tutoring Resources
   4. Student Organizations/Activities   
   5. Student Disability Support Services  
   6. Office of Residence Life and Housing 
   7. Morgan State University Website