Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Report — July 2008
Brown Mackie College - Salina is providing the following information to all of its employees and students as part of Brown Mackie College - Salinas’s commitment to safety and security pursuant to the requirements of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. If you should have questions about any of the information provided in this Report, please contact the College President, Judy Holmes by phone/mail:
(785) 825-5422
2601South 9th Street
Salina, KS 67401-7307
CAMPUS SECURITY AND CRIME PREVENTION POLICY
Brown Mackie College - Salina Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Report is distributed to every student and employee on an annual basis and is available to prospective employees and students at their request. A copy of the Campus Security and Crime Prevention Policy is placed in each employee’s mailbox. The report is distributed to all students through the Campus Security and Crime Prevention Policy Handout. This is distributed during the monthly Orientation and Class Registration.
REPORTING CRIMES AND EMERGENCIES
A safe environment is everyone’s responsibility. Students and employees are encouraged to report all criminal acts, suspicious activities or emergencies promptly and have the right to report these matters confidentially. Victims or witnesses to a crime are encouraged to file a report of the incident. Reports can be filed on a voluntary and confidential basis for inclusion in the annual disclosure of crime statistics by contacting the Accounting Supervisor, Lorrie Noeller, or to the Dean of Academic Affairs, Philip Black. Reports are kept in a secure location in the College President’s office, Judy Holmes. Names of victims or witnesses are not disclosed in the crime report. It is the policy of Brown Mackie College-Salina that all criminal acts or other emergencies be properly documented and reported to local authorities as required by law.
Students and employees should promptly report all criminal actions and emergencies occurring on or around Brown Mackie College - Salina facilities to the Accounting Supervisor, Lorrie Noeller, or to the Dean of Academic Affairs, Philip Black, either in person or by calling (785) 825-5422. If the Accounting Supervisor, Lorrie Noeller, or to the Dean of Academic Affairs, Philip Black, is not available you may contact the College President, Judy Holmes at (785) 825-5422 and the Salina Police Department by dialing 911 or (785) 826-7210.
All criminal activity is documented by the completion of an Incident Report and is reported to local police agencies and to the Accounting Supervisor, Lorrie Noeller, or to the Dean of Academic Affairs, Philip Black. Criminal activity might include, but is not limited to, burglary, motor vehicle theft, aggravated assault, robbery, sexual offense, hate crimes, gender crimes or murder.
In the event of fire or medical emergencies, staff and employees should contact the Salina Police by dialing 911 and then notify the College President, Judy Holmes.
POLICIES FOR PREPARING THE ANNUAL DISCLOSURE OF CRIMINAL STATISTICS
All incidents are reported and documented on the Incident Report, which is sent to the College President, Judy Holmes. Reports are kept in a secure location, in the College President’s office, Judy Holmes. The annual crime report is prepared by gathering campus crime statistics and data from the local police department and other relevant information by the College President, Judy Holmes.
SECURITY AND ACCESS TO THE INSTITUTION
It is the policy of Brown Mackie College-Salina that access to Institution's facilities be limited to authorized personnel, students and invited visitors. Visitors are at all times subject to Brown Mackie College-Salina policies and conduct codes. Students and employees are responsible for the conduct of their guests at all times.
In pursuit of this policy all employees shall be required to:
- Keep all unsupervised and unoccupied areas locked at all times
- Routinely check the alarm systems and security lighting to ensure their operational effectiveness
- Ensure that the security contacts are on site during all hours that the building is open to the students and to the public. The campus hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Wednesday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
- Report immediately to the Accounting Supervisor, Lorrie Noeller, or to the Dean of Academic Affairs, Philip Black, any suspicious activities that relate to the Institution or of its Properties, regardless of how minor these may seem. If the Accounting Supervisor / Dean of Academic Affairs is not available, you may contact the College President, Judy Holmes and the Salina Police Department by dialing 911 or (785) 826-7210
- Be familiar with all the Institution’s procedures regarding the handling of any accidents or criminal activities. The procedures are highlighted below:
- Immediately determine the condition of any injured employees, students, or other parties
- In the case of an automobile accident, secure the accident scene and set warning devices
- Notify the appropriate authorities by calling 911
- Complete an Incident Report
- Obtain a copy of the police report
- Obtain information from witnesses
- Investigate property damage or theft, following steps c, d, e, and f above
- Should an alleged sex offense on campus be reported, the parties involved are permitted, if applicable, to change their academic schedule, depending on the availability of classes
- Ensure that entrance to the building in the evening is restricted to the front doors, or to doors where entry is continuously monitored. All other doors are locked to prevent entry, but they may be used to exit.
All Students are required to:
- Notify the Accounting Supervisor, Lorrie Noeller, or to the Dean of Academic Affairs, Philip Black, if a student becomes ill or is injured while at the campus
- Upon enrollment, report to the Accounting Supervisor, Lorrie Noeller, or to the Dean of Academic Affairs, Philip Black, any physical condition that may require immediate medical attention. A copy of this notification is maintained in the student’s permanent confidential file
- Gain knowledge of any announcements, newsletter, etc., missed because of absence. These communications contain information important to students. This may also contain information regarding the change criminal/emergency contact information.
CAMPUS SECURITY ENFORCEMENTS
Brown Mackie College-Salina does not have Campus Security Enforcement officers. The College President, Judy Holmes (day), or the Dean of Academic Affairs, Philip Black, will notify the police department as warranted. Someone is on duty during the hours the building is occupied. They are responsible for ensuring that persons entering the building are employees, students, and their families or invited guests. They are authorized to request identification from those individuals, who are unfamiliar to them, and identification is required of all individuals arriving or leaving after the building is secured. They have the authority to evict unauthorized persons from the premises. Students are advised to carry their School Photo ID card at all times and to present them upon request. The Evening Receptionist may not make arrests, but are instructed to promptly contact the College President, Judy Holmes, if any illegal activity occurs.
RELATIONSHIPS WITH LOCAL AND STATE POLICE
Brown Mackie College-Salina is located in Salina, Saline County. Brown Mackie College-Salina maintains a close working relationship with the Salina Police Department with periodic contact initiated by Brown Mackie College-Salina personnel to ensure that Brown Mackie College-Salina is aware of criminal offenses and arrests occurring on or near the campus so that they can be properly reported, and if necessary, provide for timely warning reports on crimes that represent a continuing threat. Timely warning reports are placed in employee mailboxes and students are notified by the student newsletter (The Lion’s Pride). Bulletins are also posted around the Institution.
PROGRAMS TO INFORM STUDENTS AND EMPLOYEES ABOUT CAMPUS SECURITY
All new Brown Mackie College-Salina employees are instructed on crime awareness, prevention, and campus security during the hiring process. Employees are instructed on crime awareness, prevention and campus security during staff/faculty meetings, and are also encouraged to take responsibility for their own security, a well as their fellow co-workers and students.
All new Brown Mackie College-Salina students are instructed on crime awareness, prevention and campus security during monthly orientation, and are encouraged to take responsibility for their own security, a well as their fellow classmates and Brown Mackie College-Salina employees. The monthly orientation includes a description of campus security policies and procedures, suggestions on how to avoid becoming a crime victim, evacuation plans at the institution, and procedures for reporting any criminal activity or emergency. Brown Mackie College-Salina has no formal policy in place that allows victims or witnesses to report crimes on a voluntary, confidential basis for inclusion in the annual disclosure of crime statistics. Note: Names of victims or witnesses that provide information on criminal offenses are not disclosed in the annual disclosure of crime statistics and are maintained by the College President in a secure location.
PROGRAMS TO INFORM STUDENTS AND EMPLOYEES ABOUT THE PREVENTION OF CRIMES
The Institution provides in-service programs designed to heighten awareness of crime and its prevention. These in-service programs are conducted by local law enforcement officials two times per year. Topics included in these informational programs are proper procedures for reporting Criminal Actions (as stated above- “Reporting Criminal Actions or Other Non-Emergencies”, personal safety, living in a city, crime prevention, basic safety, and neighborhood watch programs. In addition to the annual campus security report, students and employees are notified of specific security concerns as they arise throughout the year.
In the event the Institution, with the assistance of the local police, determines that a particular criminal offense continues to be a threat to the campus community, it will notify the Institution’s community by bulletin board notices, notices read by instructors in classrooms, and notices in the student newsletter.
Students are requested to review the Institution's School Catalog where sections discussing Student Conduct Policy can be found. Also, students are requested to read this Campus Security and Crime Prevention Policy handout that discusses procedures for reporting Crimes and Emergencies, Crime Awareness, and Campus Security. Employees are requested to review the Institution's Employee Handbook where information regarding Employee Conduct and the Safety policy can be found. Furthermore, employees are requested to read this Campus Security and Crime Prevention Policy handout that discusses procedures for reporting Crimes and Emergencies, Crime Awareness, and Campus Security.
OFF-CAMPUS STUDENT ORGANIZATIONS
Should a student or employee be a victim of injury or crime during a School-sponsored activity, the student or employee should notify the appropriate agencies, (i.e. police, ambulance, or fire department). The student or employee should notify the appropriate person at the Institution as soon as possible.
DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICIES
In keeping with section 120(a) through (d) of The Higher Education Act of 1965, as amended, including the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Amendments of 1989 (Public Law 101-226), a “Drug Free Schools and Campuses” publication, the Drug Prevention Policy, is provided to all Brown Mackie College-Salina annually.
Pursuant to federal and state drug laws, students are prohibited from the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession, sale or use of illicit/illegal drugs. Brown Mackie College-Salina also enforces state laws regarding underage drinking. This prohibition applies while on the property of the school or when participating in any institutional activity. Students or employees who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to, and including, expulsion from school or termination of employment.
PROGRAMS AND PROCEDURES REGARDING SEXUAL ASSAULT
Educational programs promoting the awareness of rape, acquaintance rape, and other sex offenses are presented by the Institution with the assistance of guest speakers twice a year. Guest speakers present discussions on rape awareness, reducing the risk of being a rape victim, and what to do if you are attacked. Brochures on sexual assault issues are available in the student lounge. Should a student or employee be sexually assaulted, it is the student(s)/employee(s) option to notify the appropriate law enforcement authorities, including on-campus authorities and local police. At the student’s/employee’s request, security, the Dean of Academic Affairs, the Executive Committee or other Brown Mackie College-Salina officials will assist in notifying the proper authorities. Victims of sexual assault or rape should follow these recommended steps:
- Go to a safe place following the attack.
- Do not shower, bathe or destroy any of the clothing you were wearing at the time of the attack.
- Go to a hospital emergency room for medical care.
- Make sure you are evaluated for the risk of pregnancy and venereal disease.
(A medical examination is the only way to ensure you are not injured and it could provide valuable evidence should you decide to prosecute.)
- Call someone to be with you, you should not be alone.
It is also recommended that victims call the Rape Crisis Hotline at 1-800-874-1499 or 1-888-363-2287. It is open 24 hours a day and their counselors can help answer medical and emotional questions at any hour and in complete confidence. Reporting the rape to the police is up to the victim, but it is important to remember that reporting a rape is not the same as prosecuting a rape. Victims are strongly encouraged to call the police and report the rape. If the victim requests, Brown Mackie College-Salina will assist in identifying off-campus counseling or mental health services. After any campus sexual assaults are reported, the victims of such crimes have the right to request that Brown Mackie College-Salina personnel take steps or actions reasonably feasible to prevent any unnecessary or unwanted contact or proximity with alleged assailants, if applicable or the transfer of classes.
Other rape crisis centers or mental health agencies available to assist a victim of sexual offenses include:
Domestic Violence Association of Central Kansas (DVACK)
203 S. Santa Fe
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 827-5862
Website: www.dvack.org
Central Kansas Mental Health Center
809 Elmhurst
Salina, KS 67401
(785) 823-6322
Disciplinary Action and Sanctions
On-campus disciplinary procedures against students will be in accordance with Brown Mackie College-Salina published Student Conduct Policy. Both the accuser and the accused are entitled to have others present during a disciplinary proceeding. Both will be informed of the outcome of any campus disciplinary proceeding. For this purpose, the outcome of a disciplinary proceeding means only Brown Mackie College-Salina final determination with respect to the alleged sexual offense and any sanction that is imposed against the accused. Sanctions, which may be imposed following a final determination of a disciplinary proceeding regarding rape, acquaintance rape, or other forcible or non-forcible sex offenses, may include warning, probation, suspension or dismissal.
INFORMATION REGARDING REGISTERED SEX OFFENDERS
Information regarding registered sex offenders under section 170101 (j) of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 is available with the Salina Police Department, located at:
102 W 2nd Street
Salina, IN 46360
Additional information can be obtained by calling the police department at (785) 826-7210
OR:
Information regarding registered sex offenders under section 170101 (j) of the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 is available on-line at: www.accesskansas.org/kbi
On-campus computer labs with internet access are available for you to view the above website at the library from:
Mon, Tues, Thurs: 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Wed: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Fri: 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
CRIME STATISTICS
The following statistics are provided for your information in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Act and Campus Crime Statistics Act. Brown Mackie College-Salina prepares the crime statistic policies annually by gathering all reported data and the AEC Central Office prepares the report for the employees and students of Brown Mackie College-Salina. Moreover, local police agencies are contacted by the Accounting Supervisor, Lorrie Noeller to maintain a working relationship and formulate statistics for the annual crime statistics report. Set forth in the first box below are statistics available to the Institution concerning the occurrence on the Institution's campus which were reported to local police agencies. The second box below sets forth available statistics concerning the number of criminal offenses in relation to hate crimes on the Institution’s campus, non-campus buildings and property, and public property. Finally, in the third box arrests and “referrals for campus disciplinary action” for liquor law violations, drug law violations, and illegal weapons possession are listed. Victims or witnesses may report crimes on a voluntary, confidential basis for inclusion in the annual disclosure of crime statistics.
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