Annual Security Report for 2007-2008
The information in this report is provided annually as part of the commitment of the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) to safety and security and is in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998 (formerly the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990). This report includes information for University of Maine at Augusta and University College of Bangor.
UMA offers a wide variety of courses using distance education technologies. UMA students using distance learning options attend classes at other University of Maine campuses as well as at the University College Outreach Centers (UCOC). During calendar year 2007, the Centers were administered by the University of Maine System. As of July 1, 2008, UMA and the Centers merged. Policies and procedures for these locations as well as the annual crime statistics may be obtained from the following locations:
- University of Southern Maine's Lewiston/Auburn College
- University College at Bath-Brunswick
- University College at Ellsworth
- University College at East Millinocket (Administered by Eastern Maine Community College)
- University College at Norway-South Paris
- University College at Rumford-Mexico
- University College at Saco-Biddeford
- University College at Sanford (NOTE: This center closed on August 30, 2008)
- University College at Rockland
- University College at Houlton
- Penquis Higher Education Center, Dover Foxcroft (Administered by Eastern Maine Community College)
View crime statistics for the Augusta Campus
View crime statistics for the Bangor Campus
Information Gathering and Preparation of the Annual Security Report
The Office of Administrative Services compiles this report for all UMA locations. This report includes policies and procedures as well as crime statistics for the UMA Augusta Campus and the University College of Bangor. Policies and procedures for the University College Outreach Centers can be found by clicking on one of the web links listed above.
Once a year the President sends a letter to every current employee with a copy of the UMA Accident/Incident Report form. This letter contains a brief description of the University's responsibility under the Jeanne Clery Act. It informs the employees of their responsibility to report any accident or incident using the enclosed form and that this report should be made to the Office of Administrative Services. The information gathered is included in the Annual Security Report as appropriate.
Once a year the staff in the Office of Administrative Services contacts the local police departments in Augusta and Bangor in writing to request the required statistics under the Jeanne Clery Act. The required statistics for the Centers are obtained from local police departments by the staff in the Office of Student and Academic Support Services.
Reports are forwarded to the Office of Administrative Services throughout the year. During the preparation of the Annual Security Report, Campus Security Authorities (see below) are contacted to ensure that all reports for the year have been received by the Office of Administrative Services.
A review of the statements, policies and procedures, and the programs described in the previous year's Annual Security Report is completed annually by the appropriate departments and offices.
Campus Security Authorities
The individuals responsible for receiving reports of criminal actions or other emergencies are:
All Locations
- Allyson Hughes Handley, President
- Joshua Nadel, Executive Vice President and Provost
- Kathleen Dexter, Dean of Students
- Sheri R. Stevens, Vice President for Administration
- Margaret Danielson, Dean, College of Arts & Humanities
- Frank Bean, Dean, College of Math and Professional Studies
- Grace Leonard, Dean, College of Natural & Social Sciences
- Jon Henry, Dean of Enrollment Services
- Donald Osier, Alternate Student Conduct Officer
- Jon Schlenker, Faculty Advisor, Honors Program
- Warren Newton, Director of Student Life and Athletics Director
Augusta
- Rose Pelletier, Coordinator of Student Activities, Augusta Campus Student Government Association and Distance Education Student Government Association
- Warren Newton, Coach, Women's Soccer
- Nathanael Rende, Staff Associate for Fitness Center and Coach, Women's Basketball
- James Ford, Coach, Men's Basketball
- Robert Sherman, Art & Architecture Society (AASUMA) and American Institue of Architecture (AIAS)
- William Moseley, Audio Club
- Terry Colby, Student Nursing Association
- Lynne King, Student Nursing Association
- Philip Watkins, Campus Crusade for Christ
- Jere DeWaters, Photography Club
- William Stone, Golf Club
- Rodrick Smart, Security Guard III
- Robert Marden, Security Guard III
Bangor
- Warren Newton, Bangor Campus Student Government Association and Multicultural Association
- Gillian Jordan, Dean of the College and Crazy Moose Newspaper Club
- Timothy Lecrone, Coordinator of Wellness and Student Activities
- Diane Boone, Business and Finance Club
- Richard Pare, College Republicans
- Betty McCue-Herlihy, Cornerstone/Mentoring Club
- Timothy Lecrone, Health and Wellness Club
- Stephanie Rizzo, Student American Dental Hygienists Association (SADHA)
- Surah Whelan, Mental Health & Human Services Club
- Mary Louis Davitt, Law Society
- Allison Perry, Vet Tech Organization
- Kay Retzlaff, Multicultural Association
- Harry Batty, Drama Club
- Alan Stone, Security Guard III
- Jeffery Vanidestine, Security Guard III
University College Outreach Centers
- Dennis Unger, Director, Bath/Brunswick
- Lisa Grundstrom Whitney, Student Services Coordinator, Bath/Brunswick
- Bonnie Sparks, Director, Ellsworth
- Norma Abbott, Director, Norway/South Paris
- Katharine Authier, Director, Saco/Biddeford
- Cynthia Young, Associate Director, Saco/Biddeford
- Wendy Cole, Counselor/Coordinator of Student Services, Saco/Biddeford
- Jean Kay, Director, Rumford/Mexico
- Rosmond Hodge, Student Services Associate, Rumford/Mexico
- Deborah Meehan, Director, Rockland
- Beverly Bayer, Student Services Coordinator, Rockland
All faculty advisors to student organizations and clubs are also considered Campus Security Authorities under the Jeanne Clery Act.
At Augusta, crimes and other emergencies may also be reported to the Office of Administrative Services (621-3100 or 1-877-862-1234, extension 3100; TTY 621-3107 or 1-800-316-3600). These situations may also be reported to the Office of the Dean at University College of Bangor (262-7700) and to the Office of Student and Academic Support Services for the UCOC (621-3031). UMA does not have a procedure in place for crimes to be reported on a voluntary, confidential basis.
Timely Reporting of Crime to the University Community
In order to protect the safety of University students, faculty and staff, UMA makes timely reports to the campus community on crimes and other emergencies considered to be a threat to the community. The decision to take this action is made by the appropriate University administrator. Notification occurs when a criminal action is reported that poses a potential threat to students, faculty, and staff and it is determined that such notification will aid in the prevention of similar occurrences.
The UMA Alerts system (www.uma.edu/umaalerts.html) allows faculty, staff and students to receive timely information regarding weather closures and any serious campus emergency via e-mail and/or cell phone text message. The UMA web site (www.uma.edu) posts notices of emergencies. Reports are also made using any or all of the following communication methods: verbal communication, radio and TV announcements, press releases, posted notices, class announcements, articles in newsletters, and electronic mail.
Access to UMA Facilities
The University of Maine at Augusta welcomes the opportunity to makes its facilities available to the University community, guests and visitors during normal hours of operation. Access at other times will be permitted when advance arrangements are made. UMA does not maintain any campus residences. UMA does not own or control any off-campus buildings or property.
Exterior doors are locked and secured after normal operating hours at all locations. All campus buildings are routinely checked.
Keys to UMA facilities are distributed to University faculty and staff whose job responsibilities require that they have access during times when the buildings might not otherwise be open. When no longer needed, keys must be returned. Lost keys present a significant security problem. In the event keys are lost, a report must be filed immediately with the Vice President for Administration for the Augusta campus and with the Dean of the College for the Bangor campus. Persons who find keys should promptly return them to the Office of Administrative Services or to the Office of the Dean of the College at Bangor.
Security of UMA Facilities
UMA employs two Security Guards at the Augusta Campus. Their responsibilities include patrolling the campus, assisting with campus emergencies, handling security issues, providing an escort service, and securing campus buildings.
Emergency services can be reached at the Augusta campus by dialing "9" and then "911" from campus phones. On-campus courtesy phones are located in Jewett Hall, the Katz Library, the Randall Student Center and the UMA section of the Augusta Civic Center. Emergency 911 stations are located throughout the Augusta campus. When the button is pushed on a station, a blue light flashes at the top of the station and a call is automatically placed to the local 911 Dispatcher. A pre-recorded message indicating the location of the call is delivered and the person needing emergency assistance is able to speak directly to the Dispatcher. Exterior lighting in parking lots and along walkways is routinely checked to ensure that all lights are in working order.
Bangor
UMA employs two Security Guards at the Bangor Campus. Their responsibilities include patrolling the campus, assisting with campus emergencies, handling security issues, providing an escort service, and securing campus buildings.
At the University College at Bangor, emergency services can be reached by dialing "911." On-campus courtesy phones are located in Eastport Hall, Belfast Hall, and the College Center. Emergency 911 stations are located throughout the Bangor campus. When the button is pushed on a station, a blue light flashes at the top of the station and a call is automatically placed to the local 911 Dispatcher. A pre-recorded message indicating the location of the call is delivered and the person needing emergency assistance is able to speak directly to the Dispatcher. Exterior lighting in parking lots and along walkways is routinely checked to ensure that all lights are in working order.
University College Outreach Centers
Emergency services can be reached at each of the University College Outreach Centers by dialing "911." Exterior lighting in parking lots and along walkways is routinely checked to ensure that all lights are in working order. The local police department at each location makes routine patrols through parking lots after dark.
Law Enforcement Authority and Interagency Relationships
The University of Maine at Augusta does not maintain a campus law enforcement office at any of its locations. The UMA Security Guards do not have law enforcement authority. The University maintains a working relationship with the public safety departments in communities where its campuses are located. The appropriate University administrator reports criminal activity and campus emergencies to the local public safety department. Campus personnel assist public safety officers who respond to emergencies on any campus and when officers are investigating crimes on or near any campus.
Reporting Procedures
All members of the University community are encouraged to report unsafe conditions and potentially hazardous conditions. Employees are reminded periodically that all accidents and incidents are to be reported to the administration immediately. These reminders are delivered electronically through UMA's Message of the Day. An annual letter from the University President is delivered to all employees reminding them of their reporting responsibility. A copy of the Accident/Incident Report form is an enclosure in the President's letter.
The information found in the UMA Health and Safety Manual requires employees to report crimes and other emergencies. This manual is reviewed and updated every year. This manual is found in the UMA Directory, which is given to every employee. The UMA Student Handbook encourages students to report crimes and other emergency situations and provides reporting information to students. General safety and security information is also found in the Student Handbook and the UMA Directory.
All new employees are informed of the Jeanne Clery Act and of their reporting responsibilities under the Act. The Office of Administrative Services holds an annual training session for all student employees and their University supervisors. This training covers reporting procedures and names and phone numbers for use to report an emergency or safety concern.
Alcohol and Drug Abuse
The University of Maine at Augusta complies with all state and federal laws pertaining to both the possession and consumption of alcoholic beverages and the possession and use of illegal drugs. In compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act, the University publishes and distributes annually a booklet that informs all employees of UMA's substance abuse policy, sanctions for violations of the policy, and state and federal alcohol and drug laws, offenses and sanctions. Policies and procedures regarding these two issues are available for students in the Student Handbook.
Sexual Assault Prevention Education
Educational efforts to promote the awareness of rape, acquaintance rape, and other forcible and non-forcible sex offenses include the following initiatives:
- An annual Sexual Assault Prevention Awareness Month observance is held each April in conjunction with community agencies. Activities include informational displays, bulletin boards, reporting information, and other activities
- Information and contact information for community agencies are available in display racks and posted on bulletin boards
- Resources are available at all campus locations to provide information and referrals
- UMA offers courses such as HUS 233, a 3-credit course, that presents the experience of incest/sexual abuse from the perspective of survivors, perpetrators and others involved. Treatment techniques and community responses involving both survivors and perpetrators are viewed within the context of various modalities.
If a sex offense occurs, students are encouraged to talk to someone immediately, such as a counselor on campus or someone at the local rape crisis center/hotline. In the case of a sexual assault, students are encouraged to go to the local emergency room immediately following the sexual assault, where the evidence gathering necessary to pursue action through the court system can be obtained.
Students are encouraged to report unwanted sexual attention or activity to appropriate local law enforcement authorities and to the campus conduct officer (Dean of Students or local designee). Students are notified that any report of sexual assault, whether confidential or not, will be counted in the data the college publishes annually regarding campus crime statistics. Published crime statistics do not identify the parties. Disclosures made to a licensed campus counselor are exempt from the reporting procedures. However, counselors will inform students of their reporting options as appropriate.
Students are notified of campus counseling services via the Student Handbook, college catalogue, university web site and at New Student Orientation Programs. Information regarding off-campus services is provided at the counseling offices, distributed through display racks on campus and posted on campus bulletin boards.
Assistance and options will be made available to victims who request a change in academic arrangements after an alleged incident of sexual assault, if such changes are reasonably available. This request must be made to the Dean of Students.
Procedures for campus disciplinary action in cases of an alleged sex offense are listed in the University of Maine System Student Conduct Code. Sanctions the institution may impose following a final determination of institutional disciplinary proceeding sex offenses are listed in the University of Maine System Student Conduct Code.
Location of Sex Offenders Registry
In accordance with the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994, information concerning registered sex offenders may be obtained at:
- Maine State Police, Bureau of Identification
Sex Offender Registry
http://sor.informe.org/sor/ - Augusta Police Department
33 Union Street
Augusta, ME 04330
207-626-2370 - Bangor Police Department
35 Court Street
Bangor, ME 04401
207-947-2254 - Penobscot County Sheriff's Office
(The list maintained by the Penobscot County Sheriff's Office does not include organized towns and cities in Penobscot County. Lists for organized towns and cities are located at local Police Departments.)
85 Hammond Street
Bangor, ME 04401
207-947-4585