[Wneighbor]

Kicked the student!!! That is assault!!!

I know, I'm not that surprised at the story. But, I too am a college instructor and it just turns my stomach to hear this. We are those who are supposed to be setting examples and being role models for students. It is revolting to hear this.

[unixfox]

We are those who are supposed to be setting examples and being role models for students.

The 70's are over.

[ladylib]

You guys better do something about this kind of nonsense before kids decide they'd rather be electricians, carpenters or plumbers rather than go to college/LOL.

[PAR35]

That is assault

No, technically, it is battery. Assault is a swing and a miss. If you make contact, it is battery.

[Young Werther]

Assault: "I'm gonna kick you1"

Battery: Kicking th person. No words are necessary. The application of the physical force is sufficient!

Either is a stand-alone offense which can be prosecuted.