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Revised Format Includes:• New Notification Policy• Additional Crime Statistics• Threat Assessments Guide• Campus Fire Safety Report• Evacuation Procedures• Emergency Response• Missing persons<strong>2009</strong> AnnualSecurity ReportK‐9 Program Successful<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT


Statement <strong>of</strong> Educational Opportunity<strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> at Greensboro is committed to equality <strong>of</strong> educational opportunity anddoes not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, gender,age, or disability. Moreover, <strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> at Greensboro is open to people <strong>of</strong> all races andactively seeks to promote racial integration by recruiting and enrolling a larger number <strong>of</strong> black students.This commitment is in keeping with Title IX <strong>of</strong> the Educational Amendments <strong>of</strong> 1972 and Section 504, RehabilitationAct <strong>of</strong> 1973. <strong>The</strong> Affirmative Action Officer, PO Box 26170, <strong>UNCG</strong>, Greensboro, NC 27402‐6170 (336‐334‐5009), is responsible for coordinating compliance and investigating complaints.Policy on Discriminatory Conduct<strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> at Greensboro is committed to the principle that educational and employmentdecisions should be based on an individualʹs abilities and qualifications and should not be based on personalcharacteristics or beliefs that have no relevance to academic ability or to job performance. Accordingly, <strong>UNCG</strong> supportspolicies, curricula and co‐curricular activities that encourage understanding <strong>of</strong> and appreciation for all members<strong>of</strong> its community. <strong>UNCG</strong> will not tolerate any harassment <strong>of</strong>, discrimination against, or disrespect for persons.<strong>UNCG</strong> is committed to equal opportunity in education and employment for all persons regardless <strong>of</strong> race, color,creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, military veteran status, political affiliation or sexual orientation.This policy applies internally as well as to the <strong>University</strong>ʹs relationships with outside organizations, exceptto the extent that those organizations, including the federal and state government, the military, ROTC, or privateemployers do not yet recognize sexual orientation as protected.<strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong>ʹs educational and employment practices are consistent with Section 103 <strong>of</strong> <strong>The</strong> Code <strong>of</strong> <strong>The</strong><strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong>. In addition, the <strong>University</strong> complies with <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> General Statutes 126‐16 and126‐17, Title VII <strong>of</strong> the Civil Rights Act <strong>of</strong> 1964, as amended, the Civil Rights Restoration Act <strong>of</strong> 1988, Title IX <strong>of</strong> theEducation Amendments <strong>of</strong> 1972, the Rehabilitation Act or 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act <strong>of</strong> 1990, theVietnam Era Veteranʹs Readjustment Assistance Act <strong>of</strong> 1974, and other federal and state laws relating to discriminationin educational programs and employment. In accord with Executive Order 11246, the <strong>University</strong> has in place anAffirmative Action Plan which states the <strong>University</strong>ʹs commitment to the concept and practice <strong>of</strong> equal employmentopportunity for all persons regardless <strong>of</strong> race, color creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, militaryveteran status, political affiliation or sexual orientation.Any employee who believes he or she has been treated unfairly based on any <strong>of</strong> the above characteristicsshould contact his or her immediate supervisor, or the next level supervisor if the immediate supervisor is the subject<strong>of</strong> the allegation. Students should contact the Office <strong>of</strong> Student Affairs.Retaliatory action <strong>of</strong> any kind will not be tolerated against any person for making a good faith report <strong>of</strong> discriminationor on the basis <strong>of</strong> that personʹs participation in any allegation, investigation or proceeding related to thereport <strong>of</strong> discriminatory conduct. Every <strong>UNCG</strong> employee and student is charged with the responsibility to be aware<strong>of</strong> and abide by this policy. Failure to abide by this policy may subject the violator to disciplinary action up to andincluding dismissal.Copyright © by <strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> at Greensboro at GreensboroPublished by the <strong>Department</strong> <strong>of</strong> Public Safety and <strong>Police</strong>Design and production: Paul LesterPhotos: Nancy HerringPage 2<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT


Important Phone NumbersEmergency Numbers<strong>Police</strong>/Fire/EMS…………...……. ………. 911<strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> Emergency ……………… 334‐4444(Non‐Emergency)…….……….. 334‐5963Greensboro <strong>Police</strong>………………………. 373‐2222Guilford County Sheriff…….…………... 641‐3690NC Highway Patrol………...…………... 334‐5500Student Health Center………………….. 334‐5340Student Counseling Center…………….. 334‐5874Safety Escort Service…………………….. 334‐5919Poison Control Center……………….. 800‐848‐6946Gove Health Center……………………... 334‐5340Moses Cone Hospital……………………. 832‐7000Wesley Long Hospital…………………... 832‐1000Women’s Hospital………………………. 832‐6500Guilford Mental Health………………… 641‐4993Crisis Hotline……...…………………... 800‐784‐2433Substance Info. Hot Line………………… 334‐5112Family Service Crisis Line………………. 273‐7273Telephone Services………………………. 334‐5937Other Campus NumbersAdmission……………...……………….. 334‐5243Cashier’s Office…………………………. 334‐5831<strong>University</strong> Bookstore…………………… 334‐5563Dinning Services………………………... 334‐4101Computing Helpdesk………………….. 256‐8324Jackson Library…………………………. 334‐5304Postal Services……………..……………. 334‐5620Parking Services………………………… 334‐5681Student Rec. Center…………………….. 334‐5924Student Affairs………………………….. 334‐5099Student Life……………………………… 334‐5800Residence Life…………………………… 334‐5636Res. Net…..………………………………. 334‐5636FIXT……………...………………………. 334‐3498Physical Plant……………......................... 265‐0431Telephone Services……………………… 334‐5937Page 4<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT


From the Chief <strong>of</strong> <strong>Police</strong>On behalf <strong>of</strong> the men and women <strong>of</strong> the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>, I want to thank you for takingthe time to read this year’s Campus Safety Guide. We provide the information in this guide sothat you can evaluate your own safety needs and responsibilities while on campus. <strong>The</strong>re areseveral <strong>University</strong> <strong>Department</strong>s and many employees that contribute to the overall safety <strong>of</strong> thecampus. While we strive to make the campus as safe as possible, the reality is that the responsibilityfor individual safety is your own. Our hope is that this guide and the many services thatwe provide will assist you in making <strong>UNCG</strong> a safe place to live, learn, and serve.At the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>, we strive to live out our values <strong>of</strong> Integrity, Fairness, Accountability, Compassion,and Excellence. Our goal <strong>of</strong> providing quality pr<strong>of</strong>essional, proactive law enforcement services to our communityis at the heart <strong>of</strong> everything we do. We ask that you never hesitate to call on us as your partners in campussafety. If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact me personally at (336) 334‐5963 or by email atjcherring@uncg.edu.With best regards,James C. Herring, Jr.Chief <strong>of</strong> <strong>Police</strong><strong>The</strong> Campus Security Act, legal requirements<strong>The</strong> Campus Security Act requires colleges and universities to:• publish an annual report every year by October 1 that contains three years <strong>of</strong> campus crime statistics andcertain campus security policy statements;• disclose crime statistics for the campus, public areas immediately adjacent to or running through thecampus, and certain non‐campus facilities and remote classrooms. <strong>The</strong> statistics must be gathered fromcampus police or security, local law enforcement, and other <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficials who have “significant responsibilityfor student and campus activities;”• provide “timely warning” notices <strong>of</strong> those crimes that have occurred and pose an ongoing “threat to studentsand employees;” and• disclose in a public crime log “any crime that occurred on campus...or within the patrol jurisdiction <strong>of</strong>the campus police or the campus security department and is reported to the campus police or security department.”<strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> at Greensboro <strong>Department</strong> <strong>of</strong> Public Safety and <strong>Police</strong> is responsible for preparingand distributing this report. We work with many other departments and agencies to compile the information.We encourage members <strong>of</strong> the university community to use this report as a guide for safe practices on and <strong>of</strong>f campus.It is available online at police.uncg.edu/Information/Clery/ Safety%20Guide%20<strong>2009</strong>.pdf.Each member <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong> community receives an email that describes the report and provides its Web address.For a paper copy <strong>of</strong> the Annual Safety Report, contact the <strong>Department</strong> <strong>of</strong> Public Safety and <strong>Police</strong> at 336‐334‐5963, or e‐mail police@uncg.edu.Page 5


<strong>The</strong> <strong>Department</strong> <strong>of</strong> Public Safety and <strong>Police</strong>Located at 996 Spring Garden Street, the <strong>Department</strong> <strong>of</strong> Public Safety and <strong>Police</strong> is open 24 hours a day, 365days a years. <strong>The</strong> telephone number for emergency calls is (336) 334‐4444 or 911; the telephone number for routinebusiness calls is (336) 334‐5963.<strong>The</strong> <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> is a full service agency with the capability <strong>of</strong> handling a full range <strong>of</strong> policematters. <strong>The</strong> department consist <strong>of</strong> sworn law enforcement pr<strong>of</strong>essionals and a dedicated support staff workingto provide the best service possible. Uniformed Officers patrol the campus 24 hours a day on foot, by bicycle,and in patrol cars. <strong>The</strong> <strong>Police</strong> Officers work closely with Security Officers to patrol the academic buildingsand residence halls. <strong>The</strong> Communication Center is staffed with trained dispatchers who answer calls for service,monitor alarms and dispatch <strong>of</strong>ficers as well as other emergency services. <strong>The</strong> department also employsstudents who operate the campus safety ranger patrol program. <strong>The</strong> department is organized into three divisions:Administration, Field Operations and Support Services. <strong>The</strong> Administrative Division is comprised <strong>of</strong> theChief, Business manager and an AdministrativeAssistant. <strong>The</strong> Field OperationsDivision consists <strong>of</strong> a Division Commander,three Lieutenants, five Sergeants,sixteen full‐time and three parttime<strong>Police</strong> Officers in addition to 13uniformed Security Officers. <strong>The</strong> SupportServices Division consists <strong>of</strong> a DivisionCommander, one Lieutenant, threeDetectives, six Telecommunicators andone Records Manager. All three divisionscombine resources to form the <strong>Department</strong>’sEmergency Response Team.Our Mission, Vision and ValuesWe at the <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> at Greensboro <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> believe that in stating our mission,we define our purpose and the values that we collectively hold as an organization.Our MissionTo provide proactive, pr<strong>of</strong>essional law enforcement services to the community in support <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>’smission.Our VisionTo be the leading campus law enforcement agency in the nation.Page 6<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT


Our Mission, Vision and Values continuedOur ValuesIntegrityCompassionFairnessExcellenceAccountabilityWe are honest and ethical in our personal and pr<strong>of</strong>essional lives.We have compassion for those we serve and for each other.Our actions are free from favoritism or bias, respecting the dignity and worth <strong>of</strong> every person.What we do everyday will demonstrate our commitment to performing at our very best.We expect to be held responsible for our actions and responsibilities by the public and our fellowemployees.Voluntary and confidentialreporting <strong>of</strong> crime and other seri‐ous incidents<strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> participates in confidential reporting <strong>of</strong>crimes and/or criminal activity to campus security <strong>of</strong>ficialsoutside <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>. A “Campus SecurityOfficial” is any person who has the authority and theduty to take action or respond to particular issues on behalf<strong>of</strong> the institution. Campus Security Officials have asignificant responsibility for student and campus activities,including, but not limited to, student housing, studentdiscipline and campus judicial proceedings. Allcrimes reported to campus security <strong>of</strong>ficials should alsobe reported to the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>. Confidentialreporting should not discourage full and prompt reporting<strong>of</strong> all crimes and criminal activity to the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong>.On‐Line Reports allow you to submit information aboutpossible illegal activity anywhere on or near the <strong>UNCG</strong>Campus. You can file an on‐line report from the <strong>Police</strong><strong>Department</strong>’s webpage located at http://police.uncg.edu.<strong>The</strong> Anonymous and On‐Line Report links are locatedunder the online services section <strong>of</strong> our website. Pleaseenter your name, e‐mail address, and telephone numberonly if you wish to be contacted. Information entered inthis form is sent via an e‐mail message to the <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>.Due to the nature <strong>of</strong> e‐mail, please do not usethis method to report serious incidents or crimes in progressthat require a more immediate response or an indepthinvestigation.Campus policing and securitypoliciesAll <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> Officers are commissioned under<strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> General Statute and have the full range<strong>of</strong> police authorities granted to municipal law enforcement<strong>of</strong>ficers. <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> Officers receive the samelevel <strong>of</strong> training as county and municipal <strong>of</strong>ficers. Assworn law enforcement <strong>of</strong>ficers, member <strong>of</strong> the <strong>UNCG</strong><strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> are authorized to carry firearms, andunder <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> law, have the power to make arrestand conduct investigation for crimes that occur onthe property owned or under the control <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>.In addition, a jurisdiction extension agreement withthe City <strong>of</strong> Greensboro gives the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>jurisdiction throughout the city.Interagency cooperation<strong>The</strong> <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> has excellent workingrelationships with the surrounding area law enforcementagencies including the Greensboro <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>,the Guilford County Sheriff <strong>Department</strong>, and the<strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> State Bureau <strong>of</strong> Investigation (SBI). Werely on these relationships for support on many levels.In addition to sharing critical information <strong>of</strong>ficers workclosely together in many areas affecting the universityand surrounding area.Page 7


Reporting criminal incidents and other emergencies<strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> encourages everyone to report crimes or suspected criminal activity promptly and fully. Allcrimes or emergencies <strong>of</strong> any type that occur on campus should be reported to the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>.This can be done by calling 334‐4444 or 911. All emergency calls are routed tothe appropriate public safety agency, including the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>,which is located on the corner <strong>of</strong> Spring Garden and Tate Street.Emergency PhonesBlue Light Phones are nine feet tall, ADA compliant, with a blue flashingstrobe that begins when the Emergency button is pushed. Each phone has ared emergency and black information button that enables a person to talk directlywith the <strong>University</strong> <strong>Police</strong>. A single push <strong>of</strong> a button will connect you tothe <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>’s Communications Center.Dorm Entrance Phones are also available at the front entrance <strong>of</strong> each residenthall and can be used for either emergency or non‐emergency calls. <strong>The</strong> phoneson campus provide the <strong>Police</strong> Communication Center with the location <strong>of</strong> thecall. A police <strong>of</strong>ficer will be dispatch immediately in the event <strong>of</strong> an emergency.Elevator Phones are emergency phones located in the elevators <strong>of</strong> specificbuildings campus. <strong>The</strong>se phones are marked “<strong>Police</strong> Emergency” and operate simply by lifting the receiver.You are automatically connected to the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>’s Communications Center.Confidential reportingthrough pastoral andpr<strong>of</strong>essional counselor<strong>The</strong> university does not have any proceduresthat encourage pastoral and pr<strong>of</strong>essionalcounselors to inform persons they are counseling<strong>of</strong> any procedures to report crimes on avoluntary, confidential basis for inclusion inthe annual disclosure <strong>of</strong> crime statistics.For additional information about voluntary,confidential reporting, please refer to page 7.Campus Crime StoppersCampus Crime Stoppers is a unique program that brings the policeand the community together in an effort to help solvecrimes.Cash rewards <strong>of</strong> up to$1,000 are given for informationthat results in anarrest and indictment <strong>of</strong>the persons responsiblefor crimes that occur at<strong>UNCG</strong>.Page 8<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT


Monitoring and recording criminal activity <strong>of</strong>f campus<strong>The</strong> university relies on its close working relationships with local law enforcement agencies to receive informationabout incidents involving students <strong>of</strong>f campus. <strong>The</strong> <strong>UNCG</strong> police will actively investigate any crime informationit receives concerning or involving a member <strong>of</strong> the campus community. If the <strong>University</strong> is notified<strong>of</strong> a situation in which a campus community member is the victim <strong>of</strong> a crime <strong>of</strong>f canpus, the department mayissue a Campus Safety Alert, detailing the incident and providing tips so that other community members mayavoid similar incidents. If the <strong>UNCG</strong> police is notified <strong>of</strong> crimes or other serious incidents involving students,the information is forwarded to the Dean <strong>of</strong> Students <strong>of</strong>fice for review.Special procedures forresidence hall accessAll residence halls are equipped with a proximitycard system. Unlimited access is availableto students and authorized staff via thesystem. Guests and other visitors may visitthe residence halls as long as they have beenauthorized by a member <strong>of</strong> the community.<strong>The</strong> exterior doors to the student residencehalls remain locked 24 hours a day.Access to campus facilities anddormitories<strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> at Greensboro is a public institutionthat wishes to be accessible to the larger community. To theextent space is available and subject to reasonable procedures forreservation, the <strong>University</strong> welcomes community or corporategroups, organizations, alumni, and other individuals to campusfor meetings, conferences, and events, when compatible with, orsupplementary to, the educational mission <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>. Prioritywill be given to activities that advance the interests <strong>of</strong> andenhance relationships between the sponsor <strong>of</strong> the activity and oneor more departments <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>. Activities that reach prospectivestudents and alumni are <strong>of</strong> particular importance. All<strong>UNCG</strong> facilities are for the use <strong>of</strong> <strong>UNCG</strong> students, faculty, staffand their guest.During normal business hours, the <strong>University</strong> (excluding certainhousing facilities) will be open to students, parents, employees,contractors, guests, and invitees. During non‐business hours accessto all facilities is restricted by key, if issued, or by admittancevia the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>.In addition to the proximity card system, allexterior doors in the residence halls areequipped with a centrally monitored electronicalarm system. This will cause an audiblealarm should the door remain open inexcess <strong>of</strong> ten seconds.In the case <strong>of</strong> periods <strong>of</strong> extended closing, the <strong>University</strong> will admitonly those with prior written approval to facilities. Some facilitiesmay have individual hours, which may vary at different times <strong>of</strong>the year. Examples are the Student Recreation Center, the Library,and international student housing. In these cases, the facilitieswill be secured according to schedules developed by the departmentresponsible for the facility.Page 9


Security considerations in the maintenance <strong>of</strong> campusfacilities<strong>The</strong> university <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> at Greensboro is committed to campus safety and security. Exterior lightingand landscape control is a critical part <strong>of</strong> that commitment. Representatives from various departments continuallyconduct security surveys to ensure campus lighting is adequate and the landscape is appropriatelycontrolled. <strong>Department</strong> members conduct routine checks <strong>of</strong> lighting on campus during regularly assigned patrolduties. If lights are out or dim, <strong>of</strong>ficers will initiate an immediate work order, which is acted upon by arepresentative <strong>of</strong> the appropriate maintenance <strong>of</strong>fice, usually within 24 hours or the next business day. We encouragecommunity members to report any deficiency in lighting to the Facilities Operations Center at 334‐5684.<strong>The</strong> department and representatives from the alarmand lock shops work together to identify inoperativelocking mechanisms. We encourage community membersto promptly report any locking mechanism deficiencyto the Facilities Operations Center at 334‐5684or to the <strong>University</strong> <strong>Police</strong> at 334‐5963.Maintenance staff are available to respond to calls forservice regarding unsafe facility conditions or for personalsafety and property protection. <strong>The</strong>se conditionsalso may include unsafe steps or handrails, unsaferoadways on campus, and unsecured equipment.Daily crime log<strong>The</strong> <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>maintains a Daily Crime Logwhere all criminal incidents reportedare entered. <strong>The</strong> DailyCrime Log contains the case number,date, time, location, nature,status and disposition for all criminalincidents reported. A link tothe Daily Crime Log is availablefrom the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>’shome page,http:\\police.uncg.edu.Page 10<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT


Timely warning notices<strong>The</strong> <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> firmly believes that the members <strong>of</strong> the university have a right to know about the crimes beingcommitted in the community. In the event that a situation arises, either on or <strong>of</strong>f campus, that constitutes a threat to members <strong>of</strong>the campus community, a campus wide “timely warning” will typically be issued. <strong>The</strong> warning will be issued through the university’se‐mail system to students, faculty and staff and the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>’s website.Anyone with information regarding a timely warning incident should report the circumstances to the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> immediately,by phone 334‐4444 or in person at the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>, located at the corner <strong>of</strong> Tate and Spring Garden Streets.<strong>The</strong> U.S. <strong>Department</strong> <strong>of</strong> Education has stated that timely reporting to the campus community must be decided on a case‐by‐casebasis in light <strong>of</strong> all the facts surrounding a crime, including factors such as the nature <strong>of</strong> the crime, the continuing danger to thecampus community, and the possible risk <strong>of</strong> compromising law enforcement efforts.<strong>The</strong> <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> may decide to not issue a timely warning if it determines that any potential danger to members<strong>of</strong> the campus community is outweighed by one or more <strong>of</strong> the following factors:• the suspect is apprehended or other facts indicate that any danger has passed and is unlikely to reappear;• the timely warning would jeopardize an ongoing criminal investigation or the safety <strong>of</strong> an individual;• the timely warning would cause a suspect to flee or evade detection;• the timely warning would result in the destruction <strong>of</strong> evidence;• or the timely warning would likely identify the victim.If a report is not filed or if the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> is not notified in a manner that would allow the department to post a“timely” warning for the community no warning will be issued.Distribution <strong>of</strong> Campus Safety AlertsInformation about the crimes reported to the<strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> is made availableat different times and in several differentformats.• <strong>The</strong> Public Crime Log is available at the<strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>’s web site.<strong>The</strong> log contains the nature, date, time,location, status and disposition.• Crime Alerts are posted in buildings andon the <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>’s website requestinginformation for Campus CrimeStoppers and/or serving as immediatenotification <strong>of</strong> crimes that have beencommitted.• Depending on the particular circumstances<strong>of</strong> the crime, especially in allsituations that could pose a threat tomembers <strong>of</strong> the campus community, the<strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> may also posta notice on the campus‐wide e‐mail system.Page 11


Emergency Preparedness<strong>The</strong> university <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> at Greensboro’sneed to be prepared for emergencies isongoing. Through proactive training, drills, andinvolvement with organizations such as the internationalAssociation <strong>of</strong> Campus Law EnforcementAdministrators (IACLEA), we are continuingto build a community that is ready and willingto support and protect the campus. Throughthe National Incident Management System(NIMS), we have developed techniques that supportour requirements in emergency operations.Through <strong>UNCG</strong>’s Telephone/E‐mail notificationsystem, a mass notification system has been implementedwhich allows authorized <strong>of</strong>ficials tosend news and instructions simultaneously toindividuals through landline phones, cellphones, text messaging, and e‐mail within moments<strong>of</strong> the critical incident.Residence Hall Fire PreventionSmoke detectors and sprinkler systems ‐ All residencehalls have smoke detectors and sprinkler systems installedand a fire alarm control panel. <strong>The</strong>re are smokedetectors in each student room as well as in common areas.<strong>The</strong>se are connected to the central alarm system,which in turn, is connected to the university police department.Fire drills ‐ <strong>The</strong> department in conjunction with the <strong>of</strong>fice<strong>of</strong> residence life conducts a fire drill (Evacuations) fromeach residence hall during a given semester. <strong>The</strong> universityrequires a complete evacuation <strong>of</strong> buildings during afire alarm. Individuals who ignore fire alarms and requiredevacuations may face disciplinary action. Sincefalse fire alarms lower the evacuation response from students,the university will analyze the cause or causes <strong>of</strong>false alarms and work to reduce their occurrence. By reducingthe number <strong>of</strong> false alarms, we hope to maintainstudents’ diligence in responding.Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.)<strong>The</strong> Rape Aggression Defense system is a program <strong>of</strong>realistic self‐defense tactics and techniques. <strong>The</strong> RADsystem is a comprehensive course for women that beginswith awareness, prevention, risk reduction, andavoidance, while progressing on to the basics <strong>of</strong>hands‐on defense training. RAD is not a martial artsprogram. Our courses are taught by certified RAD instructorsand provide you with a workbook/referencemanual. This manualoutlines the entirephysical defense programfor reference andcontinuous personal growth. <strong>The</strong> RAD system <strong>of</strong> physicaldefense is currently being taught at many colleges anduniversities. <strong>The</strong> growing, widespread acceptance <strong>of</strong> thissystem is primarily due to the simplicity and effectiveness<strong>of</strong> our tactics, solid research, legal defensibility, andunique teaching methodology. RAD provides options byteaching women to take an active role in their own selfdefenseand psychological well‐being.Page 12<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT


Crime prevention education and awareness<strong>The</strong> <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> <strong>of</strong>fers a number <strong>of</strong> programs intended to prevent crime and encourage safety.Presentations on safety are included in the orientation <strong>of</strong> incoming students and are held frequently each semesterfor the benefit <strong>of</strong> student, staff, faculty, and the surrounding community. We encourage everyone totake an active role in crime preventions and help us make <strong>UNCG</strong> a safer place.Partnerships for a Safer Campus ‐ is a community policing initiative started by the department aimed at creatingcooperative relationships between the various shareholders on campus and the police. <strong>The</strong>se relationshipsare positive, have mutual trust, communicate openly and share responsibility for finding workable solutions tocommunity problems.Safety Escort ‐ <strong>The</strong> Student Ranger Patrol operatesout <strong>of</strong> the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> and is<strong>of</strong>fered to all students Sunday through Friday6:00 PM until 11:00 PM. This is a free serviceand <strong>of</strong>fers safer passage for faculty, staff andstudents, who need to traverse the campus afterdark. <strong>The</strong> Student Ranger Patrol utilizes 12 studentemployees to walk with those who expressconcern about their safety.Operation Identification ‐ This nationally organizedprogram encourages engraving personalidentification numbers on valuable property.Thieves tend to shy away from property withengraved numbers due to the difficulty <strong>of</strong> sellingit on the open market. If an item is stolenand later recovered, the identification numberwill assist law enforcement agents in returningit to its rightful owner.Crime prevention promotions, flyers, and other advertisements ‐ <strong>The</strong> department publishes a general crimeprevention brochure that outlines the many crime prevention programs and strategies available in the community.In addition, the department periodically chooses a special topic to highlight in flyers and on the department’sweb site. All crime prevention flyers are available in PDF format on the department’s web site.Emergency blue light phones ‐ <strong>The</strong>se two way call boxes are located strategically around campus. <strong>The</strong>y allowan individual in need <strong>of</strong> assistance to speak directly with a member <strong>of</strong> the department. <strong>The</strong> communications<strong>of</strong>ficer will dispatch the appropriate emergency response to the caller.Page 13


Policies 34 CFR 668.46(b) (2) ,(7), (8) & (9)Clery Report<strong>The</strong> Clery Act requires higher educationinstitutions to give timelywarnings <strong>of</strong> crimes that represent athreat to the safety <strong>of</strong> students oremployees, and to make public theircampus security policies. It also requiresthat crime data is collected,reported and disseminated to thecampus community and submittedto <strong>Department</strong> <strong>of</strong> Education. <strong>The</strong> actis intended to provide students andtheir families with accurate, completeand timely information aboutsafety on campus. <strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong><strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> at Greensboro willpublish the annual “Security Report”and make the required notificationsto all current students and employees,and inform prospective studentsand employees about the contentand availability <strong>of</strong> the report.Crime Log<strong>The</strong> <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>maintains a Daily Crime Log whereall criminal incidents reported areentered. <strong>The</strong> Daily Crime Log containsthe case number, date, time,location, nature, status and dispositionfor all criminal incidents reported.A link to the Daily CrimeLog is available from the <strong>UNCG</strong><strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>’s home page,http:\\police.uncg.edu.Alcohol Policy<strong>University</strong> policies concerning thepossession and consumption <strong>of</strong> alcoholicbeverages do not contravenefederal, state, or municipal law regardingtheir purchase. A summary<strong>of</strong> certain sections <strong>of</strong> the <strong>North</strong><strong>Carolina</strong> State Statutes and local ordinances<strong>of</strong> alcoholic use is includedbelow:<strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> Alcoholic BeverageControl Laws make it unlawful forany person less than twenty‐oneyears <strong>of</strong> age to purchase, possess, orconsume and alcoholic beverage.1. It is unlawful for any person toaid or abet an underage personin the purchase or attemptedpurchase <strong>of</strong> alcoholic beverages.General Statute 18B‐302©2. It is unlawful for any personknowingly to sell or give alcoholicbeverages to an underageperson. General Statute 18B‐302(a)(1).3. It is unlawful for any underageperson to falsify a driverʹs licenseor other identificationdocument in order to obtain orattempt to obtain alcoholic beverages.General Statute 18B‐302(e).4. It is unlawful for any person topermit use <strong>of</strong> his/her driverʹslicense or any other identificationdocument by an underageperson to purchase or attempt topurchase alcoholic beverages.General Statute 18B‐302(f).5. It is unlawful for any person toconsume any alcoholic beveragein or on any public street, right<strong>of</strong>‐way,sidewalk, alley, or otherpublic place within the City oron any City owned propertylocated inside or outside theGreensboro corporate limits.6. All persons consuming alcoholon the campus are responsiblefor obeying the law. Unlawfulacts may result in fines, imprisonmentand/or revocation <strong>of</strong>driverʹs license. Revocation <strong>of</strong> adriverʹs license can occur eventhough use <strong>of</strong> a vehicle is notinvolved in the unlawful act.7. <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> Law prohibitsthe consumption <strong>of</strong> alcoholicbeverages by persons less thantwenty‐one (21) years <strong>of</strong> age.8. Individual possession and consumption<strong>of</strong> canned or bottledbeer or unfortified wine shall bepermitted in the studentsʹ roomsfor persons twenty‐one years <strong>of</strong>age or older, unless prohibitedby specific residence hall policies.9. Consumption <strong>of</strong> spirituous liquorsshall be permitted only inthe studentsʹ rooms in compliancewith General Statute 18B‐302(b)(2) for any person twentyoneyears <strong>of</strong> age or older. <strong>The</strong>consumption or possession <strong>of</strong>spirituous beverages is not allowedin the rooms <strong>of</strong> studentswho are under the age <strong>of</strong> twenty‐one.10. No possession or consumption<strong>of</strong> any alcoholic beverages in‐Page 14<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT


cluding beer, unfortified wine,and spirituous liquor is permittedin the study rooms, hallways,or public areas such asparlors or kitchens, unless designatedfor a specific function.11. <strong>The</strong> consumption <strong>of</strong> unfortifiedwine or beer in kegs at socialfunctions sponsored by a residencehall shall be permittedonly in designated areas <strong>of</strong> theGraduate Residence Hall, underthe facilities requirements forsuch areas and as specificallyapproved by the Associate Directorfor Residence Life or designee.12. Additional information regardingthe <strong>University</strong>’s Alcohol policymay be found on the Dean <strong>of</strong>Students web page at http://dean<strong>of</strong>students.uncg.edu/policy/alcohol.pdf<strong>The</strong> <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong> willenforce the alcohol policy <strong>of</strong> theuniversity and the laws <strong>of</strong> the state.Drug Policy1. <strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong>at Greensboro seeks tomaintain an environment thatsupports the pursuit and dissemination<strong>of</strong> knowledge. Allmembers <strong>of</strong> the academic community‐ students, faculty, andthe staff members – share responsibilityfor protecting theacademic environment by exemplifyinghigh standards <strong>of</strong> pr<strong>of</strong>essionaland personal conduct.Use <strong>of</strong> illegal drugs by anymember <strong>of</strong> the community interfereswith the activities throughwhich the goals <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>can be realized. <strong>The</strong>refore,such practices will not be tolerated.<strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong> will take allactions necessary, consistentwith law and <strong>University</strong> policy,to eliminate the use <strong>of</strong> illegaldrugs from the <strong>University</strong> community.2. This policy has been developedin accord with ʺ<strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong><strong>of</strong> <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> Policy on IllegalDrugs,ʺ adopted by theBoard <strong>of</strong> Governors January 15,1988. It establishes the frameworkfor programs designed toeducate the campus communityon the harmful effects <strong>of</strong> illegalsubstances and to assist afflictedpersons in their efforts to becomerehabilitated. It also providesguidance for punishingviolators.3. Article 5 <strong>of</strong> Chapter 90 <strong>of</strong> the<strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> General Statutesmakes it a crime to possess, sell,deliver, or manufacture thosedrugs designated collectively asʺcontrolled substances.ʺ4. Punishments for violations <strong>of</strong>State drug laws can vary frompayment <strong>of</strong> a fine for simplepossession <strong>of</strong> marijuana (a Class3 misdemeanor) to 210 monthsin prison for Continuing CriminalDrug Enterprise (a Class Cfelony). A complete list <strong>of</strong>criminal drug <strong>of</strong>fenses can bev i e w e d a thttp://www.ncleg.net/EnactedLegislation/Statutes/HTML/ByChapter/Chapter_90.html5. Federal Law also prohibits theillegal possession, manufacture,sale and delivery <strong>of</strong> narcoticsunder Title 21 United StatesCode (USC) Controlled SubstancesAct. <strong>The</strong> punishmentsvary depending on the chargeand the number <strong>of</strong> acts committed.All <strong>of</strong> the crimes and punishmentscan be viewed at http:/www.deadiversion.usdoj.gov/21cfr/21usc/841.htm.6. <strong>The</strong>re are no local ordinancesthat are separate from State andFederal laws. As citizens, allmembers <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong> communityare expected to knowthese laws.7. Under the <strong>University</strong>’s Policy onIllegal Drugs (hereafter referredto as “the Policy”), disciplinaryproceedings against a studentwill be initiated when two requirementsare met:• <strong>The</strong>re is a reasonable basis forbelieving that the person has violatedthis Policy or <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong>law pertaining to controlledsubstances; and• <strong>The</strong> alleged conduct is deemed toharm the interests <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>.8. <strong>The</strong> first requirement, above,(reasonable basis) can be satisfiedby either <strong>of</strong> the following:• A conviction or a guilty plea resultingfrom criminal prosecution,or• Independent evidence obtainedby <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficials, includingpolice <strong>of</strong>ficers.Page 15


9. This statement establishes certainprocedures and guidelinesfor determining when the secondrequirement (harm to theinterests <strong>of</strong> the <strong>University</strong>) ismet.A. Conduct Occurring BeyondCampus BoundariesAlleged conduct involvingthe illegal use <strong>of</strong> drugs occurringbeyond the boundaries<strong>of</strong> the campus may beconsidered harmful to the<strong>University</strong>. <strong>The</strong> AdministrativeHearing Officer in theDivision <strong>of</strong> Student Affairswill initiate disciplinary actionwhen these minimalconditions are present:• Such allegedconduct occursduring a periodin which the studentis activelyenrolled as a studentat the <strong>University</strong>;and• Such allegedconduct has resultedin charges<strong>of</strong> possession/trafficking madeby a civil authority.Other conduct occurring beyondthe campus may also beactionable under the Policy onIllegal Drugs, depending onthe circumstances.B. Conduct OccurringWithin Campus Boundaries<strong>The</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficer will report theincident to the appropriate<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong>fice, as follows,for consideration <strong>of</strong> whetherconduct action under thePolicy should be taken:• All <strong>University</strong><strong>Police</strong> and personnelencounteringinstances<strong>of</strong> conduct involvingillegal drugswill make reportsto the AssociateDean <strong>of</strong> Studentsfor disciplinaryaction.• <strong>The</strong> report <strong>of</strong>drug‐related behaviorto the AssociateDean <strong>of</strong>Students may beaccompanied byan explanation <strong>of</strong>mitigating factors.Such mitigatingfactorsmay include, butare not limitedto, the isolated orsingular character<strong>of</strong> the incidentas evidencedby a student’sunusualconduct in comparisonwithwhat is known tobe his/her normalbehavior,and the absence<strong>of</strong> prior reports<strong>of</strong> similar acts bysuch student.Charges will be made andhearings will be held in accordwith the Student Code <strong>of</strong> Conductpublished by the Division<strong>of</strong> Student Affairs and containedin the <strong>UNCG</strong> Calendar/Student Handbook and on the<strong>University</strong>’s Web site (http://studentconduct.uncg.edu/).10. Additional information regardingthe <strong>University</strong>’s Alcohol Policymay be found on the Dean <strong>of</strong>Students web page at http://dean<strong>of</strong>students.uncg.edu/policy/drug.pdf.Weapons on Campus Policy<strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> General Statute 14‐269.2 uses the following definitionsin regards to weapons on campus.1. Educational property. ‐ Anyschool building or bus, schoolcampus, grounds, recreationalarea, athletic field, or otherproperty owned, used, or operatedby any board <strong>of</strong> education,school, or school board <strong>of</strong> trustees,or directors for the administration<strong>of</strong> any school2. Student. ‐ A person enrolled in aschool, or a person who hasbeen suspended or expelledwithin the last five years from aschool, whether the person is anadult or a minor.3. Switchblade knife. ‐ A knife containinga blade that opens automaticallyby the release <strong>of</strong> aspring or a similar contrivance.4. Weapon. ‐ Any device enumeratedin subsection (b), (b1), or(d) <strong>of</strong> this section.<strong>The</strong> following excerpts from the<strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> General Statutesoutline the laws against weapons oncampus.• ∙ It shall be a Class I felony forany person to possess or carry,whether openly or concealed,any gun, rifle, pistol, or otherfirearm <strong>of</strong> any kind on educationalproperty or to a curricularor extracurricular activity sponsoredby a school. However, thissubsection does not apply to aBB guns, stun guns, air rifles, orair pistols.Page 16<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT


• It shall be a Class G felony forany person to possess or carry,whether openly or concealed,any dynamite cartridge, bomb,grenade, mine, or powerful explosiveas defined in G.S. 14‐284.1, on educational propertyor to a curricular or extracurricularactivity sponsored by aschool. This subsection shall notapply to fireworks.• It shall be a Class I felony forany person to cause, encourage,or aid a minor who is less than18 years old to possess or carry,whether openly or concealed,any gun, rifle, pistol, or otherfirearm <strong>of</strong> any kind on educationalproperty. However, thissubsection does not apply to aBB guns, stun guns, air rifles, orair pistols.• It shall be a Class G felony forany person to cause encourage,or aid a minor who is less than18 years old to possess or carry,whether openly or concealed,any dynamite cartridge, bomb,grenade, mine, or powerful explosiveas defined in G.S. 14‐284.1, on educational property.This subsection shall not applyto fireworks.• It shall be a Class 1 misdemeanorfor any person to possessor carry, whether openly orconcealed, any BB gun, stungun, air rifle, air pistol, bowieknife, dirk, dagger, slung shot,leaded cane, switchblade knife,blackjack, metallic knuckles, razorsand razor blades (exceptsolely for personal shaving),firework, or any sharp‐pointedor edged instrument except instructionalsupplies, unalterednail files on educational property.• It shall be a Class 1 misdemeanorfor any person to cause,encourage, or aid a minor whois less than 18 years old to possessor carry, whether openly orconcealed, any BB gun, stungun, air rifle, air pistol, bowieknife, dirk, dagger, slung shot,leaded cane, switchblade knife,blackjack, metallic knuckles, razorsand razor blades (exceptsolely for personal shaving),firework, or any sharp‐pointedor edged instrument except instructionalsupplies, unalterednail files on educational property.Notwithstanding previous subsections,it shall be a Class 1 misdemeanorrather than a Class I felonyfor any person to possess or carry,whether openly or concealed, anygun, rifle, pistol, or other firearm <strong>of</strong>any kind, on educational propertyor to a curricular or extracurricularactivity sponsored by a school if:1. <strong>The</strong> person is not a student attendingschool on the educationalproperty or an employeeemployed by the school workingon educational property;and2. <strong>The</strong> person is not a student attendinga curricular or extracurricularactivity sponsored by theschool at which the student isenrolled or an employee attendinga curricular or extracurricularactivity sponsored by theschool at which the employee isemployed; and3. <strong>The</strong> firearm is not loaded, is in amotor vehicle, and is in a lockedcontainer, a locked vehicle, or alocked firearm rack.This section shall not apply to:1. 1. A weapon used solely foreducational or school sanctionedceremonial purposes, or used ina school‐approved program conductedunder the supervision <strong>of</strong>an adult whose supervision hasbeen approved by the schoolauthority;2. 2. Firefighters, emergency servicepersonnel, NC Forest Service,and any private police employedby an educational institutionacting in their <strong>of</strong>ficial capacity.Page 17


Preventing and responding to sexual assaultAll forms <strong>of</strong> sexual assault and attempts to commit such acts are regarded as serious university <strong>of</strong>fenses that mayresult in suspension, required withdrawal, expulsion, or termination. Prosecution may take place in accordancewith the <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong> criminal law, independent <strong>of</strong> university actions.Reporting a sexual assaultReporting a sexual assault to the police may help to prevent another assault. Reporting the incident does not meanthat the survivor must proceed with a university discipline procedure or criminal prosecution. Immediately followingan attack, the survivor should try to write down everything she or he remembers about the incident, includingthe physical description <strong>of</strong> the suspect(s) and any further information about the identity or location <strong>of</strong> the suspect(s).A Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) counselor trained to deal with sexual assault issues in a confidential mannerwill be available to talk with you. <strong>The</strong> counselor can assist you in contacting on and <strong>of</strong>f campus resources formedical, legal, or emotional support. <strong>The</strong>y also can assist you in changing an academic and/or living situation followingan incident <strong>of</strong> sexual assault. You may contact a SART counselor by contacting the dean <strong>of</strong> students <strong>of</strong>ficeat 336.334.5514 or visiting their <strong>of</strong>fice in the Mossman building at the corner <strong>of</strong> Spring Garden and Stirling Streets.After normal business hours you should contact the university police and they will put you in touch with the on callSART counselor.When you talk to a SART counselor, you are not making a report or formal complaint. All discussions are privateand confidential and do not commit you to further action. Conversations with counselors are not disclosed to anyonewithout your expressed permission, unless there is a threat <strong>of</strong> physical harm to you or others. No matter whenthe assault occurred or what you decide to do, consider counseling. Sometimes talking can be the most importantstep to healing.Page 18


Preventing and responding to sexual assault continuedWhat to do if you or someone you know is sexually assaulted• Go to a safe place and seek medical treatment. If a sexual assault occurs, safety and medical assistance are thefirst considerations. On campus and in the local area, 24 hour assistance is available. Whether or not you decideto report the incident, seek medical treatment immediately and get counseling as soon as possible. Do notdouche, bathe, shower or change clothes before seeking medical attention. Preserving evidence is important inlater pursuing a criminal or other judicial case. Do not wash sheets or other bed coverings where critical DNAevidence may be found.• If you need medical transport to the <strong>University</strong> Health Center call the university police department at336.334.4444. Calling for transport will not result in an investigation unless the survivor wants to pursue one.Visits to the health center for medical treatment and counseling are confidential. A qualified SART counselorwill meet with you and provide emotional support and advice on disciplinary and legal options. Conversationswith health center staff are not disclosed to anyone (unless there is a threat <strong>of</strong> physical harm to that individual orothers) without expressed permission from the person seeking assistance.• Seek counseling. Even if you don’t report the sexual assault or press charges, you should contact the dean <strong>of</strong> students<strong>of</strong>fice at 336.334.5514 for counseling assistance. After hours, call the university police.• Report sexual assault to the authorities. <strong>The</strong> more <strong>of</strong>ten sexual assaults are reported, the easier it may be to preventthem. Reporting the incident does not mean that the survivor must proceed with a criminal prosecution.Immediately following an attack, the survivor should write down everything she or he remembers about the incident,including:• Physical description <strong>of</strong> the suspect(s)• Information about the identity or location <strong>of</strong> the suspect(s);• <strong>The</strong> use <strong>of</strong> any threats or force.Regardless <strong>of</strong> whether the survivor wants to pursue criminal prosecution, she or he should contact the universitypolice or the local law enforcement agency.Filing a report with the <strong>University</strong> <strong>Police</strong> <strong>Department</strong>If the survivor or witness elects to contact the university police to file a formal report <strong>of</strong> the assault, an <strong>of</strong>ficer trainedin investigating sexual assault will work with the individual to gather the pertinent information. <strong>The</strong> survivor alwaysretains the right to decide whether she or he wants to proceed with a criminal prosecution. <strong>The</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficer will ensurethat the survivor gets the counseling and other assistance she or he needs. <strong>The</strong> safety <strong>of</strong> the survivor will alwaysremain the top priority <strong>of</strong> university police department members.Contacting other law enforcement agenciesStudents may also contact local law enforcement agencies. Members <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Department</strong> <strong>of</strong> Public Safety and other<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficials will assist the student in notifying the appropriate agency in the applicable jurisdiction.Page 19<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT


Preventing and responding to sexual assault continuedFiling a complaint within the universityIf you have been sexually assaulted, you have options for addressing such conduct. You may wish first to discuss theproblem privately with a SART counselor , or another confidential counselor.<strong>The</strong> <strong>University</strong>’s conduct system is designed to afford a complainant (the person who is bringing a charge) and a respondent(the person who is answering a charge) a fair, prompt, and appropriate resolution process. <strong>The</strong> process isdesigned to help persons who need support as they address these incidents, and incorporates both informal resolutionsand formal disciplinary procedures.<strong>The</strong> resolution <strong>of</strong> a formal sexual assault complaint is handled by the appropriate <strong>University</strong> judicial system. <strong>The</strong> fulltext <strong>of</strong> the protocol for handling informal and formal complaints is available from SART counselors and other <strong>University</strong>resources. In determining whether the alleged conduct constitutes sexual harassment or assault, the full contextin which the alleged incident occurred must be considered. Procedures for resolving complaints regarding sexualharassment and assault are detailed in the student code <strong>of</strong> conduct policy found at the Dean <strong>of</strong> Students websitehttp://studentconduct.uncg.edu/policy/code/. In any case, both the accuser and the accused are entitled to the sameopportunities to have others present during any disciplinary proceeding. Both the accuser and the accused will beinformed <strong>of</strong> the outcome <strong>of</strong> any proceeding.During any sexual assault complaint proceeding, the <strong>University</strong> has a wide range <strong>of</strong> latitude when determiningsanctions. Those sanctions may range from probation to expulsion from the <strong>University</strong>.Changing living and academic situationsIf a university student who is a survivor <strong>of</strong> a sexual assault or relationship violence requests a change in her or hisliving arrangements or academic schedule, the Dean <strong>of</strong> Students <strong>of</strong>fice will assist the student. In conjunction with theOffice <strong>of</strong> the Dean <strong>of</strong> the College, the deans will make changes to a student’s living or academic arrangements, aslong as those changes are reasonably available.Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act<strong>The</strong> federal Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act requiresinstitutions <strong>of</strong> higher education to issue a statement advisingthe campus community where information concerningregistered sex <strong>of</strong>fenders may be obtained. In <strong>North</strong> <strong>Carolina</strong>,this information is accessible at http://sex<strong>of</strong>fender.ncdoj.gov/.Page 20


Missing Student Notification Policy 34CFR 668.46(b) (1), (2) , (3) & (4)This Missing Student Notification Policy and Procedure is aimed at locating and assisting <strong>UNCG</strong> students who aredetermined to be missing.A <strong>UNCG</strong> student is “determined to be missing” when (1) an <strong>of</strong>ficial missing person report is filed with the <strong>University</strong><strong>Police</strong>; and (2) a <strong>University</strong> <strong>Police</strong> investigation concludes that the student has been absent from the <strong>University</strong>for a period <strong>of</strong> 24 hours or longer without any known reason.All <strong>UNCG</strong> Students have the opportunity to identify an individual or individuals (two maximum) to be contactedby <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> not later than 24 hours after the time that the student is determined to be missing.Students can identify their contacts online through <strong>UNCG</strong>enie as follows:1. Log in to <strong>UNCG</strong>enie at https://banweb.uncg.edu/prod/twbkwbis.P_GenMenu?name=homepage;2. Select the “Personal Information” tab;3. Click on “Update Emergency Contacts”;4. Click on the linked name to edit an existing contact or click on the “New Contact” link to provide a new contact.5. Please provide the following information:Full name(s) <strong>of</strong> contact person(s) (two maximum);Contact person(s) telephone number(s); andContact person(s) mailing address(es).6. Indicate whether this contact person is number 1 or number 2 in the “order” box provided.Students can also identify their contacts or update their contact information in person by coming to the <strong>University</strong>Registrar’s Office, Mossman Building, Room180, with state‐ or <strong>University</strong>‐ issued photo ID.Contact information is registered confidentially, and will be accessible only to authorized <strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficials. Contactinformation may not be disclosed to persons outside the <strong>University</strong>, except to law enforcement personnel in furtherance<strong>of</strong> a missing person investigation.Procedure• Any concerned person who is unable to determine a <strong>UNCG</strong> student’s whereabouts should gather as muchinformation as possible about the missing student (i.e., last seen on campus, known friends on/<strong>of</strong>f campus,etc.).• An <strong>of</strong>ficial missing person report relating to the missing student should be provided/referred immediatelyto the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> at 336‐334‐5963 or 4‐4444 (emergency on campus).• <strong>The</strong> <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> shall initiate an investigation to determine the validity <strong>of</strong> the missing person report.• <strong>The</strong> Dean <strong>of</strong> Students Office (336.334.5514) should be contacted by the <strong>Police</strong> and shall assist with the investigation(i.e., contact faculty to see if student is attending classes; consult with Housing and Residence Life,Counseling and Testing Center, Office <strong>of</strong> Disability Services, and Office <strong>of</strong> Campus Activities and Programsto see if student’s whereabouts is known).• Within 24 hours after the student is determined to be missing, the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> will (1) notify local law enforcementagencies; and (2) contact the person(s) the student has identified (if any).Page 21


Missing Student Notification Policy continued 34CFR 668.46(b) (1), (2) , (3) & (4)• If <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> are made aware that the student is under 18 years <strong>of</strong> age, and not an emancipated individual,the <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> will also notify a custodial parent or guardian not later than 24 hours after the timethat the student is determined to be missing.• <strong>UNCG</strong> <strong>Police</strong> may take any other lawful measures designed to locate a student determined to be missing,including notifying law enforcement in the student’s home jurisdiction and placing the student’s informationin the National Crime Information Center System.• <strong>The</strong> Dean <strong>of</strong> Students Office will notify the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs <strong>of</strong> the determination that thestudent is missing.• <strong>The</strong> Dean <strong>of</strong> Students Office will take action deemed appropriate under the circumstances in the best interest<strong>of</strong> the missing student.Approved by the Chancellor on February 8, 2010Crime Statistics 34As part <strong>of</strong> the Higher Education Act(also known as the Jeanne Clery Disclosure<strong>of</strong> Campus Security Policyand Campus Crime Statistics Act)(20 U.S.C. 1092 (a) and (f)), the statisticsprovided below are intended toinformation prospective and currentstudents, staff or faculty memberabout the level and nature <strong>of</strong> crimesthat occur on campus. A crime is reportedwhen it is brought to the attention<strong>of</strong> a campus security authorityor the local police by a victim,witness, other third party, or eventhe <strong>of</strong>fender.<strong>The</strong> amendments to the federal CampusSecurity Act required the <strong>University</strong>to report calendar‐year statisticsfor the following criminal incidentsand arrests that took place onthe property owned or leased by the<strong>University</strong> in support <strong>of</strong> its educationalpurposes and used frequentlyCFR 668.46(b) (1), (2) , (3) & (4)by its students. <strong>The</strong> Act also requiresa report <strong>of</strong> any “hate crimes” thatoccurred on that property. All crimesreported are broken down into thegeographical areas <strong>of</strong> : campus, noncampusand public property. In addition,the same statistics are requestedfrom the local authoritiesbut not required by the federal law.Definitions:Murder and non‐negligent manslaughter– <strong>The</strong> willful (nonnegligent)killing <strong>of</strong> one human beingby another.Negligent manslaughter – <strong>The</strong> killing<strong>of</strong> another person through grossnegligence.Forcible Sex Offenses – Any sexualact directed against another person,forcibly and/or against that person’swill; or not forcibly or against theperson’s will where the victim is incapable<strong>of</strong> giving consent.• Forcible Rape ‐ <strong>The</strong> carnal knowledge<strong>of</strong> a person, forcibly and/oragainst that person’s will; or notforcibly or against the person’s willwhere the victim is incapable <strong>of</strong>giving consent because <strong>of</strong> his/hertemporary or permanent mental orphysical incapacity (or because <strong>of</strong>his/her youth).• Forcible Sodomy ‐ Oral or analsexual intercourse with anotherperson, forcibly and/or against thatperson’s will; or not forciblyagainst the person’s will where thevictim is incapable <strong>of</strong> giving consentbecause <strong>of</strong> his/her youth orbecause <strong>of</strong> his/her temporary orpermanent mental or physical incapacity.Page 22


Definitions continued 34• Sexual Assault w/ An Object ‐ <strong>The</strong>use <strong>of</strong> an object or instrument tounlawfully penetrate, howeverslightly, the genital or anal opening<strong>of</strong> the body <strong>of</strong> another person,forcibly and/or against that person’swill; or not forcibly or againstthe person’s will where the victimis incapable <strong>of</strong> giving consent because<strong>of</strong> his/her youth or because<strong>of</strong> his/her temporary or permanentmental or physical incapacity.Forcible Fondling – <strong>The</strong> touching <strong>of</strong>the private body parts <strong>of</strong> anotherperson for the purpose <strong>of</strong> sexualgratification, forcibly and/or againstthat person’s will; or, not forcibly oragainst the person’s will where thevictim is incapable <strong>of</strong> giving consentbecause <strong>of</strong> his/her youth or because<strong>of</strong> his/her temporary or permanentmental incapacity.Non‐forcible Sex Offenses ‐ are incidents<strong>of</strong> unlawful, non‐forcible sexualintercourse.• Incest ‐ is non‐forcible sexual intercoursebetween persons who arerelated to each other within the degreeswherein marriage is prohibitedby law.CFR 668.46(b) (1), (2) , (3) & (4)fense should be classified as forciblerape, not statutory rape.Robbery – <strong>The</strong> taking or attemptingto take anything <strong>of</strong> value from thecare, custody, or control <strong>of</strong> a personor persons by force or threat <strong>of</strong> forceor violence and/or by putting the victimin fear.Aggravated Assault – An unlawfulattack by one person upon anotherfor the purpose <strong>of</strong> inflicting severe oraggravated bodily injury. This type<strong>of</strong> assault usually is accompanied bythe use <strong>of</strong> a weapon or by meanslikely to produce death or great bodilyharm. Simple assaults are excluded.Burglary – <strong>The</strong> unlawful entry <strong>of</strong> astructure to commit a felony or atheft. Attempted forcible entry is included.Motor Vehicle <strong>The</strong>ft – <strong>The</strong> theft orattempted theft <strong>of</strong> a motor vehicle. Amotor vehicle is self‐propelled andruns on the surface and not on rails.Motorboats, construction equipment,airplanes, and farming equipmentare specifically excluded from thiscategory.Arson – Any willful or maliciousburning or attempt to burn, with orwithout intent to defraud, a dwellinghouse, public building, motor vehicleor aircraft, personal property <strong>of</strong>another, etc.Hate Crime ‐ is a criminal <strong>of</strong>fensecommitted against a person, prop‐• Statutory Rape is non‐forcible sexualintercourse with a person whois under the statutory age <strong>of</strong> consent.If force was used or threatened,or the victim was incapable<strong>of</strong> giving consent because <strong>of</strong> his/her youth, or temporary or permanentmental impairment, the <strong>of</strong>ertyor society that is motivated, inwhole or in part, by the <strong>of</strong>fenderʹsbias against a race, religion, ethnic/national origin group or sexualorientationgroup.Arrest & Disciplinary Referrals:Arrest for Clery Act purposes is definedas persons processed by arrest,citation or summons. Referred fordisciplinary action is defined as thereferral <strong>of</strong> any person to any <strong>of</strong>ficialwho initiates a disciplinary action <strong>of</strong>which a record is kept and whichmay result in the imposition <strong>of</strong> asanction.Student referrals are forwarded tothe Office <strong>of</strong> Student Conduct to initiatethe disciplinary process againststudents when a violation <strong>of</strong> the Student’sCode <strong>of</strong> Conduct and/or anystate law occurs. <strong>The</strong> statistics gatheredreflect all alcohol, drugs andweapons violations that were referred.Weapons Violation – <strong>The</strong> violation<strong>of</strong> laws or ordinances dealing withweapon <strong>of</strong>fenses, regulatory in nature,such as: manufacture, sale, orpossession <strong>of</strong> deadly weapons; carryingdeadly weapons, concealed oropenly; furnishing deadly weaponsto minors; aliens possessing deadlyweapons; and all attempts.Drug Violations – <strong>The</strong> unlawful cultivation,manufacture, distribution,sale, purchase, use, possession,transportation or importation <strong>of</strong> anycontrolled drug or narcoticPage 23


Definitions continued 34substance. Arrests for violations <strong>of</strong>state and local laws, specificallythose relating to the unlawful possession,sale, use, growing, manufacturingand making <strong>of</strong> narcotic drugs.relevant substances include: opiumor cocaine, morphine, heroin, codeine;marijuana; synthetic or manufacturednarcotics; and non‐narcoticdrugs such as barbiturates.Liquor Law Violations – <strong>The</strong> violation<strong>of</strong> laws or ordinances prohibiting:the manufacture, sale, transporting,furnishing, bootlegging, operatingstills, possessing <strong>of</strong> intoxicatingliquor; operate unlawful drinkingplaces; furnishing liquor to a minoror intemperate person; using a vehiclefor illegal transportation <strong>of</strong> liquor;drinking on a train or publicconveyance. Drunkenness and drivingunder the influence are not includedin this definition.Geographical Definitions:Campus – Any building or propertyowned or controlled by an institutionwithin the same reasonably contiguousgeographic area and used bythe institution in direct support <strong>of</strong>, orin a manner related to the institution’seducational purposes. <strong>The</strong>sebuildings include residential halls,any building or property that isowned by the institution but controlledby another person, those frequentlyused by students and thoseCFR 668.46(b) (1), (2) , (3) & (4)that support institutional purposessuch as food or retail .Non‐Campus – Includes any buildingor property owned or controlledby student organizations recognizedby the school; and any building orproperty owned or controlled by theschool, that is not within the samereasonable contiguous area.Public Property – All public property,thoroughfares, streets, sidewalks,and parking facilities, that iswithin the campus, or immediatelyadjacent to and accessible from thecampus.Page 24<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT


2006– 2008 CALENDAR YEAR CRIME STATISTICSINCIDENTSOn Campus- ExcludingDorms orOtherResidentialFacilitiesDormitoriesor OtherOn-CampusResidentialFacilitiesPublicPropertyContiguousTo CampusNon-Campus<strong>University</strong>OwnedBuilding *1TOTALS*2 & *3Years '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08Murder / Manslaughter 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Forcible Sex Offense 1 0 0 3 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 4 1 0Non-Forcible Sex Offense 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0Robbery (Common & Armed) 2 2 1 0 0 0 3 4 1 0 0 0 5 6 2Aggravated Assault 2 0 1 1 3 0 1 3 1 0 0 0 4 6 2Burglary/Breaking & Entering 15 23 28 23 18 19 0 10 0 3 0 1 41 51 48Motor Vehicle <strong>The</strong>ft 5 3 3 1 1 0 2 3 1 0 0 0 8 7 4Arson 0 0 0 1 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 2 1Hate Crimes 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0ARRESTSOn Campus- ExcludingDorms orOtherResidentialFacilitiesDormitoriesor OtherOn-CampusResidentialFacilitiesPublicPropertyContiguousTo CampusNon-Campus<strong>University</strong>OwnedBuilding *1TOTALS*2, *3 & *4Years '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08Weapons Violations 2 4 5 2 2 2 2 6 10 0 0 0 6 12 15Drug Violations 33 38 36 26 49 16 94 82 98 0 0 1 153 169 151Liquor Law Violations 28 46 30 35 43 86 53 56 72 1 5 1 117 150 189REFERRALSOn Campus- ExcludingDorms orOtherResidentialFacilitiesDormitoriesor OtherOn-CampusResidentialFacilitiesPublicPropertyContiguousTo CampusNon-Campus<strong>University</strong>OwnedBuilding *1TOTALS*2, *3, & *4Years '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08 '06 '07 '08Weapons Violations 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0Drug Violations 9 0 4 2 2 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 2 6Liquor Law Violations 3 3 0 143 91 100 0 2 0 0 0 0 146 96 100NOTE:1. Includes <strong>of</strong>f campus <strong>University</strong> owned, controlled, or affiliated properties.2. <strong>The</strong>se totals include <strong>of</strong>fenses reported to other campus security <strong>of</strong>ficials as defined by 20 U.S.C. 1092.3. All information is provided in order to comply with the requirements <strong>of</strong> Public Law 101-542. Time periods for each year are based onthe calendar year, January 1 to December 31, as required by Federal Law.4. <strong>The</strong> department's participation in several statewide programs, such as "Click It or Ticket", "Zero Tolerance", "Governor's HighwaySafety" and the "Aggressive Driving Campaign" has caused an increase in the 2005 Arrests and Referrals for drug and alcohol violations.Page 25<strong>2009</strong> ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT

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