How to Report On-Campus Crime

The victim of a crime may bring charges through the local police department and criminal justice system, the College disciplinary system or both. The decision whether or not to notify police rests solely with the victim. The Department of Security and Safety staff will assist any member of the College community with the filing of a criminal complaint with the proper authority. In addition, the Department of Security and Safety staff encourages victims of crimes and persons involved in personal property accidents to report these incidents to the police department within that jurisdiction.

There are twenty two telephones on the Marple main campus that direct dial the Security Department, as well as eight emergency call box telephones in the Marple main Campus parking lot. These emergency telephones are tested on a weekly basis to ensure proper operation. In addition, you may dial extension 5111 for campus security emergencies from any on-campus telephone. For non-emergency campus security calls, dial extension 5303. Upon receipt of these calls, security and other appropriate support staff are radio or pager dispatched to provide assistance.

Emergency telephones are also located at the Southeast and Exton centers. These telephones direct dial the administration office. Upon receipt of these calls administration office personnel will summon a security officer.

At our Chester County Campus at Downingtown there are three emergency telephones that dial directly to the Security Department as well as two emergency call boxes located in the general parking area and in addition security may be summoned for emergency assistance by dialing extension 6222. For non-emergency campus security calls, dial extension 6290

All classrooms in all campuses are equipped with telephones for emergency use.

We encourage students, faculty and staff to become familiar with the emergency telephone locations so they are prepared in the event of an emergency. Please refer to the section labeled “Important Telephone Numbers” for the exact location of emergency telephones.