Accountability and Conduct
RSOs are members of the MSU community and comes with benefits and responsibilities. The General Student Regulations, the Student Rights and Responsibilities, Student Organization Conduct, and other student conduct policies form the basis for the behavioral expectations in the MSU community.
Alleged violations of the RSO Policy Handbook by an RSO, individual RSO officers, RSO members will be adjudicated by the Office of Student Support Accountability (OSSA).
The extent and terms of disciplinary action against an RSO will depend upon the nature and severity of the infraction, as well as any history of previous violations. An RSO must be in good standing to maintain its registration status. Greek-letter chapters affiliated with the Interfraternity Council, Panhellenic Council, National Pan-Hellenic Council, or Multicultural Greek Council that are registered as an RSO must abide by the conduct policies established by their respective governing body, as well as the RSO Policy Handbook.
The primary intent of the RSO disciplinary process is to guide behavior and correct misconduct in a manner consistent with University policies and procedures. Through education and promoting critical decision-making, the disciplinary process seeks to help RSOs avoid future misconduct and repair any harm done. As such, sanctions levied in the disciplinary process will commensurate with the seriousness of the offense, with the understanding that repeat violations may justify increasingly severe sanctions.
Support and Reporting
If you or someone you know needs support, is distressed, or exhibits concerning behavior, help by making a referral to the CARE Team. The Michigan State University CARE Team is committed to improving the safety and well-being of the college community through proactive and supportive interventions.
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Students, faculty, staff and members of the general public may report alleged misconduct by students/RSOs via our public reporting tool
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