Civil Disturbance

Know What To Do

If you are a witness to a threatening disturbance, call and report the incident immediately to the campus police and take the following actions if they can be performed safely:

• Alert employees in the area of the situation
• Lock all doors; secure all files, documents and equipment

If you are the victim of, or are involved in any on-campus violation of the law such as assault, robbery, theft, overt sexual behavior, etc. Do not take any unnecessary chances. Notify the campus police or dial 9-1-1 and provide them with the following information:

• Nature of incident
• Location on Campus
• Description of person(s)
• Description of property
  

In the event of a civil disturbance, it is recommended to:

• Avoid provoking or obstructing anyone participating in a disturbance or demonstration.
• Assist the campus police when they arrive by supplying them with all additional information and ask others to do the same. The campus police will assess the situation upon their arrival and conduct any search necessary or disperse demonstrators as necessary.

Posted on Oct 15, 2008 - 08:27 AM

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