We are extremely disturbed by the riotous behavior of students and others on the Hill area in the early morning of Oct. 31. Halloween celebrations are no excuse for endangering the health, safety and property of others. As we reminded students again this fall, any CU-Boulder students found to have engaged in such behavior face serious consequences, both from the criminal justice system and the University's judicial affairs system. 

According to state law that took effect in June 2002, college students convicted of rioting offenses will be prohibited from attending any state-supported college or university for one year.

In addition to the legal system, students involved in riots face disciplinary action through the university's Office of Judicial Affairs, ranging from probation to suspension and expulsion. Bystanders also are subject to sanctions, if they do not comply with police orders to disperse from riot or crowd situations.

We will not tolerate behavior that threatens the health and safety of others. Working with law enforcement agencies, the university will take action through all appropriate legal and disciplinary avenues.