Purpose

Missouri S&T prioritizes student health and safety by encouraging responsible action during emergencies, even when prohibited conduct may have occurred.

Core Principles

This protocol aligns with the University of Missouri Collected Rules and Regulations Section 200.020 and Missouri's Good Samaritan Law (Mo. Rev. Stat. §195.205) designed to save lives by protecting those taking responsible action from certain consequences.

Responsible Action Steps

During an emergency, a student or organization demonstrates responsible action by taking the following steps:

• Immediately alerting officials (e.g., calling 911 or S&T Police at 341.4300);
• Remaining with the person at the scene so long as it's safe to do so; and
• Cooperating with emergency officials and providing as much information as possible.

Note: "Sleeping it off' or having friends "look after" impaired individuals are not acceptable alternatives to emergency assistance.

Wellbeing Centered Approach

Students and organizations who take responsible action and those they called assistance for typically won't face conduct charges if they:

1. Meet with a University official and discuss the situation; and
2. Complete any alternative resolutions, educational solutions, or remedies.  

Non-Compliance

Failure to take responsible action may be considered an aggravating factor in determining sanctions for prohibited conduct. Failure to complete alternative resolutions, educational solutions, or remedies may result in an account hold or referral to the conduct process.