Purdue University Calumet
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The Department of University Police is responsible for campus security at Purdue University Calumet. We are located in the Central Heating and Cooling Facility (CHC Building) located on the northeast section of campus and operate on a 24 hour a day, 7 days a week schedule. Under Indiana Law, University Police Officers possess full police powers on all property owned or occupied by the University. The department also has a written mutual aid agreement with the City of Hammond Police Department which gives each department concurrent jurisdiction under special circumstances although primary jurisdictional areas are routinely respected.
All University Police Officers are graduates of the Indiana Law Enforcement Academy. Officers also attend continuing education programs offered through the Northwest Indiana Law Enforcement Training Center and other regional training programs. Officers are mandated to attend a minimum 16 hours of continuing education on a yearly basis in order to remain certified. Our officers routinely receive more.
Emergencies and Crime Reporting
Students, faculty, staff and guests of the University are encouraged to report emergencies and criminal or suspicious activity to the Department of University Police immediately. To report any emergency on campus, dial 2911 from any campus phone. A "house" emergency phone has been placed in all academic building on campus. Additionally, outside call boxes are located throughout the campus, near the buildings and in each campus parking area, which have an automatic dialing system that will connect the calling party to the police emergency phone line. To report criminal or suspicious activity in which there is no immediate danger to persons or property, dial extension 2220 from any campus phone or 989-2220 from off campus phones. A University Police Officer will be dispatched to investigate and take a report. The University does not allow victims or
witnesses to report crimes on a voluntary, confidential basis. Adherence to all federal, state, and local laws as well as university rules of conduct and common sense will help to insure a safer more secure campus environment.
If crimes are reported to persons in the campus community with primary counseling responsibility they are reported to the author of this report by the submission of a number for statistical purposes only. The University does not have any procedures encouraging pastoral and professional counselors to inform the persons they are counseling of any procedures to report crimes on a voluntary, confidential basis for inclusion in the annual reporting of crime statistics. In addition to the University Police, the following "campus security authority" individuals, who have significant responsibility for student activities, are responsible for forwarding reports of crimes for inclusion in this report and for purposes of placing the campus community on alert for the threat of repetition of these crimes that are considered to be a threat to students and employees:
Gary Newsom,
Vice Chancellor for Administrative ServicesDr. Leo Bryant,
Vice Chancellor for Student Services/Dean of StudentsJohn Friend,
Director of Fitness, Wellness, and SportsDr. William Wright,
Director of Extension ServicesThese persons are willing to assist students and others in the University community in making crime reports to police agencies having jurisdiction.
Unfortunately, crime has become an all too familiar part of our society and Purdue University Calumet is not immune. The University has joined the battle on many fronts and yet, victimization does occasionally occur because some people take too much for granted and fail to exercise common sense precautions. Stay alert and tuned into your surroundings, stand tall and walk confidently, trust you instincts-if you feel uncomfortable in a place or situation leave quickly- are primary ways of reminding everyone to think about personal safety in common sense terms.
Purdue University Calumet has implemented several on-going programs and services to address many security concerns:
- University Police Officers conduct vehicle, bike and foot patrol campus wide and focus inside the buildings as part of an on going emphasis on community oriented policing.
- University Police Officers are available upon request to conduct security assessments of your work area or conduct safety and security programs for interested parties.
- University Police provide escort services for students, faculty and staff. Anyone who desires the service may request an escort by ext. 2220.
- Outdoor lighting across campus is surveyed regularly to ensure adequate night lighting.
- Crime Alerts are issued to notify the campus community of crime trends and precautions.
- University Police monitor interior/exterior campus facilities through CCTV system to enhance our security effort.
Building and Exterior Campus Security
During the academic periods most academic buildings remain unlocked until 11 p.m. Employees have been instructed to immediately report any suspicious situations and not to admit strangers and unauthorized persons into buildings and/or officers. Locked doors that are propped open create a dangerous situation for everyone-Don’t do it.
Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to report lock deficiencies, other malfunctions and safety hazards to Facility Maintenance at extension 2344 or University Police Department at extension 2220 as soon as possible.
Exterior campus facilities are routinely surveyed for adequate lighting levels. Trees and shrubs that critically impair lighting levels in walkways are appropriately pruned.
The use, possession, sale or distribution of alcoholic beverages or controlled substances on university property is prohibited. The university has taken a strong position against the illegal and unauthorized use of alcohol and drugs and has established programs to assist those who are having problems with these substances. Students may obtain assistance for
drug and alcohol problems by contacting the Dean of Students office. Employees may seek assistance through the University’s Employee Assistance Program. Brochures detailing the University Drug and Alcohol Policies can be obtained from the Dean of Students office or Human Resources office. Purdue Executive Memorandum C-44 explains the Purdue University Alcohol and Drug Free Campus and Workplace Policy.
Firearms and Dangerous weapons
Possession, use or distribution of any explosives, guns, or other deadly or dangerous materials or weapons reasonably calculated to cause bodily injury is prohibited on university property unless specifically authorized by the University or required or used in the course of a university activity.
A variety of services are available for students from the staff in the Dean of Students Office, the Counseling Center, and the Officer of Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity. Services include victim assistance, confidential counseling about persona concerns, and information about University resources.
Matters related to student conduct are the responsibility of the Dean of Students. Established due process procedures are described in Purdue Calumet Student Handbook under the Student Bill of Rights.
In cases involving a student accused of violating regulation governing student conduct, a disciplinary action may be initiated. Such actions follow the established due process procedures as described in the Purdue Calumet Student Handbook under Student Bill of Rights.
When University disciplinary hearings are held concerning alleged sexual assault, the student and students accuser are entitled to the same opportunities to have others present during the hearing and both student and student accuser shall be informed of proceedings.
Sanctions the University may impose in cases involving sex offenses include reprimand and warning, disciplinary probation, restitution, participation in a specific program, provision of a specific service, suspension, and expulsion.
The best defenses against rape and sexual assault are alertness and awareness. At all times, including dating situations, you should:
- Let a friend, relative or roommate know whom you will be with, where you will be, and when you expect to return. Leave your address and phone number.
- Do no let peer pressure influence the amount of alcohol you drink. A study at another Big Ten University showed that 80% of men and 70% of women involved in sexual assaults had been drinking.
- Trust you feelings and instincts. If you feel threatened, there’s probably a good reason. Get away fast!
- Report any assault or threat of assault to the University Police and Dean of Students immediately.
In selecting dating partners, beware of a person who:
- Ignores your wishes.
- Becomes angry or hostile when you say "NO".
- Tries to make you feel guilty when you say "NO".
- Ignores you personal boundaries.
- Is quick to show anger or aggression.
- Is excessively jealous or possessive.
- Doesn’t listen to what you say.
- Forces you to constantly ward off advances.
- Expresses hostile feelings about women in general.
Your first few dates with any person should be in public places. Always have an alternate way home.
If you are the victim of a rape, get to a safe place as soon as you can. Then you should:
- Try to preserve all physical evidence. Do not bathe, douche, use the toilet or change clothing.
- Notify the police, even if you are unsure about filing charges.
- Get medical attention as soon as possible. The police will assist you with this.
- Call a close friend, counselor, or other trusted person who can be with you during your interview with the police.
- Use the victims assistance services of Purdue Calumet and/or community agencies, including the Office of the Dean of Students, the Counseling Center, Tri-City Mental Health (24 hr. 398-7050). Crisis Center Inc. (24 hr. 938-0900).