Chancellor University | Campus Safety

Campus Safety

The Department of Campus Safety at Chancellor University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our campus community and guests. Because no campus is isolated from crime, Chancellor University has developed a series of policies and procedures that are designed to protect persons and property on campus.

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Statistical Information Reporting Crimes Emergency Services in the Community Campus Safety Escort Service Drug and Alcohol Policy		Weapons Possession Policy Sexual Harassment Smoking Policy Information Technology Resources Policy Crime Prevention

Statistical Information
This is a list of the number of occurrences of the identified crimes that occurred on campus during the previous three calendar years. On campus is defined as (1) any building or property owned or controlled by an institution within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area and used by the institution in direct support of, or in a manner related to, the institution's educational purposes including, any building or property that is within or reasonably contiguous to the area, that is owned by the institution but controlled by another person, and is frequently used by students and supports institutional purposes (such as a food or retail vendor). Non-Campus building or property is defined as any building or property owned or controlled by a student organization that is officially recognized by the institution; or any building or property owned or controlled by an institution that is used in direct support of or in relation to the institution's educational purposes, is frequently used by students, and is not within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area of the institution. Public property is defined as all public property, including thoroughfares, streets, sidewalks, and parking facilities, that is within the campus or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.


Reporting Crimes
All members of the campus community are encouraged to report suspicious activity or crimes. A crime in progress or any type of emergency should be reported immediately to campus security at extension 8999. Security officers or campus safety staff will respond immediately to the location of the crime or emergency and take appropriate action. A crime or emergency that occurs off the main campus should be reported to the academic center director, local law enforcement agencies, or 911 from the University telephone. The phone numbers to the academic centers and law enforcement agencies are as follows:

An initial report and any necessary follow-up investigation will be conducted in all incidents. All reports are treated confidentially, except as necessary and required to investigate the incident. When notified of a crime, the investigator will work closely with the victim to resolve the problem. The victim maintains the right to decline prosecution of the case at any time and to choose whether to continue the case through the criminal justice system, the campus judicial system, or both.


Emergency Services in the Community

Campus Safety Escort Service
Upon request, a security officer will provide a walking escort to your vehicle or bus stop. This service is available Monday through Friday from 5:00 p.m.--9:30 p.m. at our main campus. Escorts are limited to parking facilities and bus stops adjacent to the campus. However, if extenuating circumstances exist, a walking escort will be provided at any time.


Drug and Alcohol Policy
Chancellor University recognizes, supports and enforces all federal, state and local laws related to alcohol and drugs. All campus community members and guests are expected to comply with those laws. All persons are liable to prosecution for violations involving possession, use, sale and distribution of illegal or illicit drugs on campus. Complete details regarding the drug and alcohol policy can be found in the Chancellor University Policy Manual.


Weapons Possession Policy
The possession, use and/or sale of firearms on campus is a violation of state law. Violations can result in the arrest, incarceration, and dismissal of the violator. Complete details regarding the weapons possession policy can be found in the Chancellor University Policy Manual.


Sexual Harassment
It is the policy of Chancellor University to maintain an environment in which the dignity and worth of all students, employees, and guests are respected. Sexual harassment of the Chancellor University community is unacceptable conduct and will not be tolerated. Complete details regarding the sexual harassment policy can be found in the Chancellor University Policy Manual.


Smoking Policy
Smoking is prohibited in all areas of Chancellor University, including, but not limited to, elevators, stairwells, hallways, restrooms, staff lounge, classrooms, conference rooms, meeting rooms, laboratories, the library, the first floor lobby area, storage areas, and all areas of the lunchroom. The above policy on smoking is adopted in compliance with State laws and City of Cleveland ordinances dealing with fire safety and indoor air pollution, and in recognition of the potential harm to non-smokers from secondhand smoke and the annoyance and discomfort to substantial numbers of non-smokers caused by secondhand smoke. Complete details regarding the smoking policy can be found in the Chancellor University Policy Manual.


Information Technology Resources Policy
Access to Chancellor University data communication and information services is a privilege granted to Chancellor University students, faculty and staff.

Non-appropriate uses include, but are not restricted to, the following:

• Illegal purposes;
• To transmit threatening, obscene or harassing materials;
• To gain access to services and resources for purposes other than those intended by the University in granting access to those resources;
• To interfere with or disrupt network;
• To interfere with or disrupt network users, services or system resources;
• To send messages to the Global Address List (all or a large portion of). E-mail to the Global Address List requires prior permission of a Vice President or above.
• For personal profit or commercial purposes, including copying or modifying University-owned licenses;

Crime Prevention
The active cooperation and participation of all members of the campus community is essential if the University is to successfully reduce crime and maintain a low crime rate. We encourage the campus community to work together to make Chancellor University as crime free as possible. The Department of Campus Safety attempts to inform members of our community on ways to reduce their chance of experiencing crimes against their person or property.

There are a number of crime prevention programs and suggestions offered:

• Crime prevention presentations
• Crime prevention brochures, posters, etc.
• Security escort service to parking areas
• Awareness education and prevention programs
• Alarm systems
• Fire and safety prevention and education programs
• Facility surveys
• Crime alert notices
• Campus safety web pages