Alcorn State University
Public University
Lorman, Mississippi
Speech Code Rating
Title IX: Title IX and Sexual Misconduct
By definition, sexual harassment is: unwelcome, gender-based verbal or physical conduct that is, sufficiently severe, persistent and pervasive that it, unreasonably interferes with, denies or limits someone’s ability to participate in or benefit from the university’s educational program and/or activities ... Most…
Free Speech and Assembly Policy
Reasonable time, place, and manner restrictions will be enforced. However, the enforcement will not depend, in any way, on the subject matter involved in an expressive activity. Alcorn State University provides forums for the expression of ideas and opinions, such as the…
Student Handbook: Code of Conduct- Harassment (Physical or Verbal)
Harassment: (physical, verbal, graphic, written or electronic) that is (1) unwelcome; (2) discriminatory on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or veteran status; (3) directed at an individual; and (4) so severe, pervasive…
Student Handbook: Code of Conduct- Assault
Assault is the intentional harassment, threat or intimidation of another in an attempt to commit a battery or the intentional placing of another in reasonable apprehension of receiving a battery.
Student Handbook: Code of Conduct- Cyber-Bullying and Social Media Abuse
Cyberbullying is the use of cell phone or other devices to send or post emails, text messages or images that constitute harassment (See Student Conduct Definition of Harassment).
Student Handbook: Code of Conduct- Sexual Harassment
Regardless of sexual gender, personal affiliation, and/or affiliation with the University, sexual harassment is defined as conduct that is so severe, pervasive, and objectively offensive that the individual is effectively denied equal access to institutional resources and opportunities (See Student Conduct definition…