No Contact Directives

The Dean of Students or designee may direct a student to have no contact with another individual for a specified period. No Contact Directives are issued when, in the judgment of the Dean of Students or designee, there is reason to believe that a directive would be in the best interest of the parties and/or the community for maintaining safety. Such situations include, but are not limited to: harassment, threats, physical assault, stalking, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual misconduct, retaliation or other behaviors as indicated in the Code of Student Conduct.

No Contact Directives are usually mutual and time-limited. This means both parties face the same restrictions for a set time. No Contact Directives prohibit all communication between specified students. This includes direct and indirect contact, whether it's written, electronic, via a third party, or on social media. If a student does not follow a No Contact Directive, they could face disciplinary action for breaking the Code of Student Conduct.

No Contact Directives are not the same as court-imposed restraining orders or protective orders. They only apply to enrolled students. A No Contact Directive is a university action and is not recognized by city, county or state law as a legal action. If a student wishes to pursue a civil protection order, they must make the request through an appropriate court.

You can request a No Contact Directive any time through the Office of the Dean of Students. But, it will only be issued after a formal request is filed with the Dean's Office, the Office of Community Standards, or Title IX. Modification requests will be considered when submitted through the Office of the Dean of Students and accompanied by evidence to support the request. Some students begin the process by reporting a student of concern. 

If you have questions please contact the Office of the Dean of Students at DeanofStudents@MiamiOH.edu or 513-529-1877.