Concerns About Student Behavior
Although instances of Maryland students engaging in disruptive, threatening, or violent behavior are rare, circumstances may arise that cause concern among our faculty,
staff, or students. Oftentimes, the concern stems from behavior, in or out of the classroom, that might be considered odd or out of the ordinary. Some warning signs might include the following:
- Disorderly or substantially disruptive behavior
- Verbal aggression – expressing uncontrollable anger, hostility, or frustration
- Unusual, bizarre, or disturbing behavior
- Threat of violence or physical harm – in person, over the telephone, or through electronic means
- Destructive behavior – causing damage to property
- Stalking behavior – pursuing another person
- Act/s of violence – striking, pushing, or assaulting another person
- Possession of a weapon
What Should I Do If I Am Concerned About a Student's Behavior?
It is most important to remember that early intervention is vital and that trained colleagues are prepared to
assist. Below are University resources available to address specific situations.
| Issue |
Resource |
Phone |
THREAT OF VIOLENCE, SUBSTANTIAL DISRUPTION, POSSESSION OF WEAPON
Immediate Police response and intervention |
Department of Public Safety |
301.405.3333 or 911 |
MEDICAL OR PSYCHIATRIC
Immediate medical/psychiatric care |
Mental Health Service |
301.314.8106 |
EMOTIONAL OR PSYCHOLOGICAL
Assessment, counseling, and consultation |
Counseling Center |
301.314.7651 |
DISORDERLY OR DISRUPTIVE BEHAVIOR
Behavior evaluation under Code of Student Conduct |
Office of Student Conduct |
301.314.8204 |
BEHAVIOR EVALUATION, THREAT ASSESSMENT, OR CONSULTATION
Behavior evaluation or threat assessment |
BETA Team |
301.314.8428 |
