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Security Policy

CRIME AND CAMPUS SAFETY

The following information is provided to inform you of campus crime and security policy at SUNY Geneseo.

1. INTRODUCTION

In accordance with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act", institutions of higher education are required to prepare an annual security report containing information on campus security policies and campus crime statistics. The Chief of Police prepared the Annual Security Report in consultation with the Dean of Student and Village of Geneseo Police. The following information will provide a summary of SUNY Geneseo safety and security policy.  Crime and judicial referral statistics gathered for this report are based on information obtained from the offices of University Police, Human Resources, Dean of Student, Residence Life, Student and Campus Life.  Each entity provides updated information on their educational efforts and programs to comply with the act.  Information regarding crimes occurring on streets and roadways adjacent to the campus and the surrounding community are obtained from the Village of Geneseo Police Department.  Criminal offenses reported to campus authorities or local police agencies, arrests and judicial referrals for liquor, drum and weapons violations are listed on the SUNY Geneseo, University Police website at http://www.geneseo.edu/~police.

2. REPORTING CRIMES AND SAFETY INCIDENTS

Emergencies and other serious incidents can be reported by calling the College "Campus Emergency" telephone extension "5222" or by using one of the 70  blue light emergency telephones on campus. The campus emergency number and blue light phones are direct links to the University Police office in Schrader Hall, room 19. The University Police office is open year round, 24 hours per day. Campus police respond to all campus emergencies, and request assistance from area fire, medical, or law enforcement personnel as needed. Criminal offenses are investigated by University Police for possible prosecution. The campus community is notified of situations that pose a threat to the safety and well-being of our community through information bulletins, local news media, college publications, electronic mail, voice mail, and campus meetings.  University Police maintains a police log of all reported criminal incident and their disposition.  The police log is available online at http://www.geneseo.edu/~police.  This log is updated within two business days of the report to University Police.  Request for logs older than 60 days require two business days to process. 

3. AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF UNIVERSITY POLICE

University Police are responsible for the detection and prevention of crime, the enforcement of state and local laws, rules and regulations. University Police have full law enforcement authority on campus grounds and adjoining roadways. Officers are graduates of a local Bureau of Municipal Police certified police academy, and meet the police officer requirements of the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services. Members work closely with the Geneseo Village Police, Livingston County Sheriff's Department, and New York State Police. University Police receive specialized training in first aid, defensive tactics, NYS laws, diversity issues, ethics, and other topics. Officers meet with students to discuss crime prevention, safety awareness, self defense, substance abuse, cultural awareness, and other topics.

4. FACILITY SECURTIY AND ACCESS

University Police conduct vehicle, foot, ATV and bicycle patrols to help protect the community and campus facilities. Except for residence halls, most campus facilities are open to the public during the day and evening hours when classes are in session. The general public is welcome to attend cultural and recreational events on campus. During non-operational hours, university buildings are locked and only faculty, staff and students with proper identification are admitted. Campus employees with assigned offices are issued keys and are responsible for reporting missing and stolen keys. The Facilities Services Department inspect campus facilities and make repairs to safety and security hazards such as broken windows and doors. Facility problems can be reported to the Work Control Center, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. at 245-5661, or to University Police at 245-5651.

5. RESIDENCE HALL SAFETY AND SECURITY

College residence halls offer proximity to classes, convenient dining services, and wellness programs. Residence hall access is restricted to residents, permitted guests, and College officials by way of the SUNY card access system. During orientation, students are encouraged to lock their room doors keep exterior doors secured, walk with a friend or utilize the LATS bus escort program, and report suspicious activity to the University Police Department. University Police are committed to a community-policing philosophy and assist with promoting safety awareness, crime prevention, and behavioral expectations. The campus discipline system reviews violations of responsible conduct and imposes sanctions when appropriate. Residents are encouraged to use personal safety precautions for their benefit, and the benefit of other community members.

For more information on the LATS bus program, visit the Transportation web site.

6. CRIME PREVENTION AND SECURITY PROCEDURES

During student programs and hall meetings, students are informed of safety awareness programs such as: the Blue Light Emergency Telephone system; Geneseo First Response (Emergency Medical Technicians); fire safety; Operation Identification; and emergency notification procedures. Residents are asked to keep their rooms locked and not prop doors open. Telephones are located outside each residence hall for guests to contact the resident they are visiting. Guests are required to be escorted inside residence halls. Blue light emergency telephones linked to the University Police Department are located throughout the campus and should be used to report any suspicious activity or emergency condition. University Police work closely with area law enforcement, fire, and medical personnel to provide quick response to emergency situations. Books and other personal property should be secured when left unattended. Property can be engraved with a personal identification number provided by the University Police Department. Bicycles should be registered and secured with a good lock. Cars should be locked and parked in well-lighted areas and valuable items locked in the trunk. Students and employees should notify University Police or Residence Life staff of any person present in a building or on campus who appears to have no legitimate business or who arouses suspicion in anyway.

7. CRIMINAL ACTIVITY AT OFF-CAMPUS LOCATIONS

Criminal activity at off-campus student locations is monitored by the law enforcement agency having jurisdiction for that area. Police agencies in the Geneseo area share criminal activity information and assist University Police as needed. University Police collect and compile pertinent information for disclosure to the public from on and off campus sources. The Dean of Students office serves as the collection point for activity occurring within campus housing, student extra-curricular activities, athletics, instructional areas, counseling and student health services.

8. POLICIES ON ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES, DRUGS AND SEXUAL ASSAULTS

Policies on alcohol, drugs, sex offenses and sexual assault programs are contained in the College's Student Handbook or at http://handbook.geneseo.edu. Updates are distributed to students via Geneseo Update and made available in the offices of the Dean of Students, Residence Life, and University Police.

Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act of 2000 signed into law October 28, 2000, amends the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Against Children and Sexually Violent Offender Registration Act. It became effective October 28, 2002. The Wetterling Act sets minimum national standards for state sex offender registration and community notification programs.

As provided in the Wetterling Act, any person required to register under a state sex offender registration program, must notify the state as to whether the person is a student, or works at, an institution of higher education, identify each institution of higher education in that state at which the person is employed, carries on a vocation, or is a student and must also alert the state of any change in enrollment or employment status. States are under an obligation to advise registrants of these requirements and establish procedures to do so.

Information on registered sex offenders may be obtained by clicking on the "Links" menu button located at the left of this page.