Disruptive Behavior Procedures

  • Remain calm to avoid provoking disruptive individual(s).
  • If there is immediate danger, request that the individual(s) leave the area.
  • If this fails, leave the area and call St. Cloud State University Public Safety (320-308-3333).
  • Maintain a safe distance from the individual until emergency personnel arrive. Do not attempt to subdue the individual. Avoid direct eye contact.
  • If the situation becomes threatening before St. Cloud State University Public Safety personnel arrive, call 911 and remove everyone from the area.
  • If there appears to be no immediate danger, file a complaint with the appropriate office:
  • Other campus resources that may provide consultation include:

Suicidal Threat

  • Take all threats seriously.
  • Try to talk with the individual and calmly discuss your concerns to help deescalate the situation.
  • Keeping yourself safe is the top priority. DO NOT put yourself in intentional harm.
  • Call 911 and explain the incident.
  • DO NOT leave the individual alone.
  • If the situation is non-emergency, refer the individual to Counseling and Psychological Services at 320-308-3171.