This information is supplied in compliance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act of 1998. The current Clery Act was formerly known as the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990.
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The Delaware Tech Campus Public Safety Departments
The Delaware Technical & Community College Public Safety Departments are not a law enforcement or police agency. This means that uniformed Public Safety Officers are not sworn police officers, and they do not possess the power of arrest. Our Campus Public Safety Officers are empowered with the authority and responsibility to provide immediate assistance with issues involving your safety and security. Campus Public Safety Officers do respond to all reports of criminal or disruptive activity as well as fire and medical emergencies and traffic and other types of accidents occurring on College property. When needed, local and state police will be called for assistance. The Public Safety Department has developed and maintains a close working relationship with local law enforcement agencies.
Clery Act Requirements
How to Report Criminal Activities
Delaware Technical & Community College encourages each member of the campus community to report any crimes and criminal activity to the Public Safety Department for immediate action. Other areas of concern you might have about safety or security should be reported to the Public Safety Department so they can be addressed. Individual concerns about criminal activity, safety, or security issues can be reported to any college official or directly to the Public Safety Department. You can contact the Public Safety Department in person, in writing, or by telephone.
You can report Criminal Activities by contacting your Campus Public Safety Department at:
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Delaware Technical & Community College encourages everyone to become an active participant in his/her personal safety. This can be achieved in part by reporting crimes that occur on college property. On the rare occasion that some criminal activity occurs on campus, it should be reported in a timely manner. Every member of the campus community has an obligation to make a report of the crime or criminal activity to Public Safety for investigation. Remember, safety is everyone's responsibility. It is college policy that criminal offenses occurring on college property will be reported to the police for investigation.
In some circumstances, persons who have witnessed or suspect criminal activity or who are victims of criminal activity may be reluctant to file a report out of fear of the ‘process’ and/or loss of anonymity. Nevertheless, persons having knowledge of criminal activity (including victims of such activity) are encouraged to make a report to any of the Campus Security Authorities listed in below in this Report. Confidential reports provide valuable information that may be used to enhance the safety of the College Community. All reports will be investigated. Reports or incidents requiring confidentiality will be handled with due regard to privacy interests, and information will only be disclosed to others on a “need to know” basis. To the greatest extent feasible, the results of an investigation into a reported and/or investigated incident will be provided to and discussed with all parties involved in such incidents. Crime Statistic Reports created and maintained under the Clery Act do not contain the names of either the victim or the person accused of committing the crime.
The Clery Act defines a Campus Security Authority as:
- A member of the campus police department or a campus security department of an institution
- An individual or individuals who have responsibility for campus security but who do not constitute a campus police/security department (E.g. an individual who is responsible for monitoring the entrance into the institutional property)
- An organization or individual specified in an institution’s statement of campus security policy as an individual or organization to which students and employees should report criminal offenses
- An official of an institution who has significant responsibility for student and campus activities
Individuals at each campus holding the following positions are hereby designated Campus Security Authorities at Delaware Tech:
1. All members of the Public Safety Department
2. The Dean of Student Services
3. The Director of Human Resources
4. Any Athletic Director or Coach
5. Any Faculty Advisor to a Student Group
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Individual Responsibility
Personal safety while on campus is the result of a partnership between the Public Safety Department and each individual on campus. Delaware Technical & Community College strives to ensure the safety of all individuals within its community. Students and employees, collectively and individually, must take responsibility for their own safety and that of their personal belongings. Simple precautions are the most effective means of maintaining personal security. Each campus of Delaware Technical & Community College provides well-lit parking areas and walkways for your use. They should be used during night hours. Public Safety escorts are available upon request. All valuable property should be engraved with the owner's driver's license number or other form of identification. Unattended cars should always be locked. When you leave items of value in your car, they should be locked in the trunk. Students should notify campus Public Safety or a college employee of any unusual events or individuals present on campus.
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Crime Prevention Programs
Your Public Safety Department's Crime Prevention Programs are intended to provide you with information to reduce the possibility of anyone becoming the victim of a crime. "YOU" are the key element in crime prevention. Each person is responsible for his or her personal safety. If you develop good safety and security habits, you can assist us in assuring a safe environment here at Delaware Tech. The Public Safety Department participates in faculty and staff in-service programs as well as new student orientation.
Topics of information include personal safety and how to protect your personal property. The Public Safety Department also publishes brochures titled "Crime Prevention" and "The Safe Campus Program." They are available at each campus.
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Delaware Technical & Community College Campus Crime Statistics
In compliance with the requirements of the Clery Act, the Public Safety Department collects and compiles crime statistics which are disclosed to the public. Information is collected from sources on and off campus. This includes crimes reported directly to the Public Safety Department, reports of crimes made to those campus officials described below, and crimes reported to law enforcement agencies for publication on an annual basis.
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Note:
The term "campus" means any building or property owned or controlled by Delaware Technical & Community College within the same reasonably contiguous geographical area of the institution and used by the institution in direct support of, or in a manner related to, the institution's educational purposes. (Title 20, USC, Chapter 28, Subchapter IV, Student Assistance)
The term "public property" means all public property that is within the same reasonable contiguous geographic area of the campus, such as a sidewalk, street, other thoroughfare, or parking facility, and is adjacent to a facility owned or controlled by the college. (Title 20, USC, Chapter 28, Subchapter IV, Student Assistance)
| OWENS CAMPUS |
| Criminal Offenses - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
2 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| TERRY CAMPUS |
| Criminal Offenses - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
1 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
4 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| STANTON CAMPUS |
| Criminal Offenses - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| WILMINGTON CAMPUS |
| Criminal Offenses - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
1 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
1 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| OWENS CAMPUS |
| Criminal Offenses - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| TERRY CAMPUS |
| Criminal Offenses - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| STANTON CAMPUS |
| Criminal Offenses - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
2 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
1 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
4 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| WILMINGTON CAMPUS |
| Criminal Offenses - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
1 |
8 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
7 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
1 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
2 |
3 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| OWENS CAMPUS |
| Hate Crimes - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| TERRY CAMPUS |
| Hate Crimes - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| STANTON CAMPUS |
| Hate Crimes - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| WILMINGTON CAMPUS |
| Hate Crimes - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| OWENS CAMPUS |
| Hate Crimes - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| TERRY CAMPUS |
| Hate Crimes - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| STANTON CAMPUS |
| Hate Crimes - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| WILMINGTON CAMPUS |
| Hate Crimes - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Negligent manslaughter |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Sex offenses-Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| d. Sex offenses-Non-forcible (Include only incest and statutory rape) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| e. Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| f. Aggravated assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| g. Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| h.Motor vehicle theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| i. Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| j. Any other crime involving bodily injury |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| OWENS CAMPUS |
| Arrests on Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
1 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| TERRY CAMPUS |
| Arrests on Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
1 |
| b. Drug law violations |
2 |
3 |
1 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| STANTON CAMPUS |
| Arrests on Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| WILMINGTON CAMPUS |
| Arrests on Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| OWENS CAMPUS |
| Disciplinary Actions - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| TERRY CAMPUS |
| Disciplinary Actions - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| STANTON CAMPUS |
| Disciplinary Actions - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| WILMINGTON CAMPUS |
| Disciplinary Actions - On Campus |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| OWENS CAMPUS |
| Arrests - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| TERRY CAMPUS |
| Arrests - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| WILMINGTON CAMPUS |
| Arrests - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
6 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
1 |
7 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
1 |
0 |
| STANTON CAMPUS |
| Arrests - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
1 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
3 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| OWENS CAMPUS |
| Disciplinary Actions - Public Property |
2005 |
206 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| TERRY CAMPUS |
| Disciplinary Actions - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| STANTON CAMPUS |
| Disciplinary Actions - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| WILMINGTON CAMPUS |
| Disciplinary Actions - Public Property |
2005 |
2006 |
2007 |
| a. Illegal weapons possession |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| b. Drug law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| c. Liquor law violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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Sexual Assault Policy
Delaware Tech is committed to providing a safe, secure educational and work environment where individuals are free from the threat of sexual assault or other crimes involving force or intimidation.
Reducing the Risk of Sexual Assault
Adopting a sense of personal responsibility for one’s safety and common sense can provide a degree of protection from assault. Following is a list of safety tips:
- Find strength in numbers; attend social gatherings with a friend; stick together and arrange a pre-planned signal to alert one another when it’s time to go or if either needs help
- Avoid walking or jogging alone at night and stick to lighted areas whenever possible; each campus provides escort services during evening hours; contact the relevant campus Public Safety Office to arrange for an escort
- Keep doors and windows locked and remain aware of your surroundings; never hitchhike
- Each campus has informational brochures available describing how one may reduce the risk of sexual assault; campus programs designed to provide instruction on defensive skills are conducted from time to time; check campus Public Safety WebPages and the College Public Safety Web page for details.
Reporting Sexual Assault
Persons who believe they have been sexually assaulted or been subjected to any sexual offense on campus should immediately report the incident to a Public Safety Office or to a local law enforcement office by calling 911, or to any College employee who has been identified as a Campus Security Authority. College personnel to whom a report is made will assist in contacting local law enforcement and Public Safety if assistance is requested. Following is a list of strongly recommended steps in response to a sexual assault:
- Get to a safe place as quickly as possible.
- Use best efforts to preserve any physical evidence by refraining from
- Showering, bathing, douching or changing, washing or destroying clothing, eating or drinking so that should you wish to proceed with bringing a criminal complaint evidence can be collected.
- If you are unsure of how to respond, you may wish to call the State Rape Crisis 24-hour hotline at 1-800-262-9800.
Delaware Tech is committed to treating victims of sexual assault with respect and will keep reports of such assaults confidential to the extent required by the victim.
Victims always have the option to forgo prosecution after an assault is reported. Following is a list of resources that may be used in the event of a sexual assault or other emergency:
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Service
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Owens
Campus
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Terry
Campus
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Stanton
Campus
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Wilmington
Campus
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Emergency Assistance
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911
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911
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911
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911
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Campus Public
Safety Office
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855-1603
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857-1110
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454-3938
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573-5418
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Dean of Student Services
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855-1687
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857-1036
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454-3999
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571-5360
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Police/Fire/Ambulance
Non-Emergency
Reporting Center
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Suscom
855-2980
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Kentcom
739-4863
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Recom
573-2800
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Recom
573-2800
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Georgetown Police
Non-Emergency
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856-6613
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Dover Police
Non-Emergency
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736-7111
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Delaware State Police
Troop #2
Non-Emergency
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834-2620
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Wilmington Police
Non-Emergency
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654-5151
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Victim Services
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1-800-842-8461
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1-302-736-7134
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1-800-262-9800
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1-302-576-3622
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Rape Crisis
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1-800-262-9800
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1-800-262-9800
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1-800-262-9800
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1-800-262-9800
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College Responses to Reports Involving Sexual Assault (all forcible or non-forcible sex offenses)
In addition to criminal prosecution, any Delaware Tech student or employee who is reported to be the perpetrator of a sexual offense (including rape, acquaintance rape or any other forcible or non-forcible sex offense) in connection with any College sponsored activity is subject to College processes and procedures pertaining to disciplinary action. College disciplinary action can be initiated even if criminal charges are not pursued.
Allegations brought against a student will be processed according to the complaint procedures identified in the Student Responsibilities and Student Rights Policy at http://www.dtcc.edu/handbook/ . Sanctions may include suspension or expulsion. Where desired by the victim and if at all possible, the College will make accommodations to the parties’ academic schedules so as to avoid contact between the victim and the accused.
Allegations brought against an employee will be processed according to the procedures identified in the Personnel Policy Manual at http://www.dtcc.edu/hr/pages/ppm.html. Sanctions may include suspension or termination of employment. Accommodations designed to prevent contact between the victim and the accused may be made whenever possible.
Each of the above Policies affords each party the same opportunity to present evidence and to be heard. Either party may be represented by an attorney. Each party will be informed of the outcome of disciplinary proceedings.
The Public Safety Officer and/or college official should ensure the following:
- All college personnel will treat victims of any crime with respect.
- Victims are entitled to privacy during every aspect of the reporting process and any ensuing investigation.
- All information obtained will be confidential.
- Victims have the right to receive medical treatment and counseling services.
- The college official and/or Public Safety Officer will inform victims that they have the option to report their case through the college judicial system and/or have the appropriate police agency respond and conduct a full investigation. Victims have the right to refuse these sanctions or any assistance.
- Victims will be made aware of appropriate student services and counseling available through community-based counseling services.
- Delaware Technical & Community College will notify victims of a sexual assault of the options to adjust the academic schedule whenever reasonably possible. Victims also have the right to decline any schedule adjustments.
- Reporting the crime does not obligate victims to follow through with prosecution.
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Victims of a Sexual Assault should:
- Contact campus Public Safety if the assault occurred on campus.
- Preserve evidence: Whenever possible the victim should not shower, bathe, or douche, change clothing, or otherwise clean up. If at all possible, do not urinate. Important evidence could be destroyed or lost. Evidence found by investigators will help police conduct the investigation.
- Do not smoke, drink liquids, or brush their teeth if oral contact has been made.
- Keep clothing that was worn at the time of the offense; if clothes are changed, place clothing in a paper bag. (Note: evidence deteriorates in plastic.)
- Get prompt medical attention.
- Write down all details remembered as soon as possible.
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Rape Awareness
Delaware Technical & Community College strives to make your educational environment safe. The college recognizes that individual conduct while on campus significantly impacts the quality of campus life. Delaware Tech recognizes sexual misconduct of any kind as a socially irresponsible behavior which violates the rights of other individuals. Student Services provides informational brochures as part of a program to enlighten everyone on how to avoid or prevent a sexual assault and also what to do should one occur. You can find these brochures at the Student Services Center and throughout campus where each of the Public Safety information bulletin boards are located.
Upon receiving a complaint of any sexual offense, the college will initiate judicial hearings against the offender regardless of any criminal or civil actions. If it is determined that there has been a violation of the Student Code of Conduct, or in the case of an employee, a violation of the Delaware Technical & Community College's Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual, sanctions can be imposed. Sanctions could include dismissal from employment, exclusion from academic participation or other college sponsored programs, and/or denial of access to college facilities.
All reports of sexual assault will initiate an internal mechanism for employees and students to resolve the complaint through the college's Procedure for the Resolution of Sexual Harassment Complaints.
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The following outside agencies are also available to render assistance:
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Owens Campus |
Terry Campus |
Stanton/Wilmington |
| Emergency Reporting Agency |
Suscom
855-2980 |
Kentcom
739-4863 |
Recom
573-2893 |
| Georgetown Police |
856-6613 |
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| Dover Police |
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736-7111 |
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| Wilmington Police |
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654-5151 |
| Rape Crisis |
1-800-262-9800 |
1-800-262-9800 |
1-800-262-9800 |
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Sex Offender Registry and Access to Related Information
The federal Campus Sex Crimes Act, enacted on October 28, 2000, became effective on October 28, 2002. This law mandates that institutions of higher education issue a statement advising the campus community where sex offender information provided by a state may be obtained. It also requires sex offenders already required to register in a state to provide notice of each institution of higher education in that state at which the person is employed, carries on a vocation, or is a student. The sex offender registry is maintained by the Delaware State Police. You can view the Delaware State Police, State Bureau of Identification Sex Offender Central Registry at http://www.state.de.us/dsp/sexoff/
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Crime Alert Bulletins (Timely Warnings)
In support of crime prevention efforts, each Delaware Tech campus provides reports (Timely Warnings) to its College Community concerning the occurrence of any Reportable Offense reported to either a local law enforcement agency or to a Campus Security Authority where the occurrence of such an offense is deemed by the relevant Vice President and Campus Director, after consultation with the relevant Chief of Public Safety, to constitute a threat to students or employees.Warnings are designed based on the severity of the crime, the continuing threat to the College Community and the population most likely to be at risk. Warnings will provide a description of the incident, where and when it occurred, a physical description of the perpetrator, any connection to previous reported incidents, category of individuals who may be at risk and the date and time the warning was issued. Dissemination of warnings will depend on similar factors and will consist of posting on a given Campus Web page, targeted announcements on the College portal (MyDTCC), posting on campus information television monitors, bulletin board postings or electronic mail. Similar mechanisms may be used in the event of other emergency circumstances that, while not criminal in nature, nevertheless threaten the safety of members of the College Community. The Chief of Public Safety at each campus is responsible for determining when Crime Alert Bulletins will be made and the duration of the Crime Alert Warning.
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Drug Free School and Workplace Policy
Delaware Technical & Community College believes that illegal drugs and abuse of alcohol have no place in the college environment. The unauthorized manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance or alcohol is strictly prohibited in all facilities of the college, in all places where employees/students work/attend, including all state-owned vehicles, and as any part of the college's activities. As a condition of employment/enrollment, all employees/students shall abide by this prohibition and notify the college of any criminal drug or alcohol use. Violation of such prohibition shall result in action against the employee/student, which shall include action up to and including termination/expulsion, and/or satisfactory participation in an approved drug or alcohol abuse assistance or rehabilitation program. Participation in such a program shall not be paid for by the college, but may be covered by a(n) employee's/student's health insurance policy.
All violations of the above policy shall be reported to the college president, or his/her designee, who shall report the violation to the appropriate police authority. Action shall be taken in all cases of chargeable offense under the provisions of the applicable state law or comparable federal law; however, a conviction of the charged offense shall not be necessary to take action against the employee/student for a violation of the policy. The employee/student against whom such action is taken shall be entitled to due process through the rules and regulations of Delaware Technical & Community College.
All employees/students shall notify the college president in writing of any criminal drug or alcohol statute conviction for a violation occurring in any facility or on the property of the college, or in any college activity, no longer then (5) days after such conviction. Alcohol consumption causes a number of marked changes in behavior. Even low doses significantly impair the judgment and coordination required to drive a car safely, increasing the likelihood that the driver will be involved in an accident. Low to moderate doses of alcohol also increase the incidence of a variety of aggressive acts, including spousal and child abuse. Moderate to high doses of alcohol cause marked impairments in higher mental functions, severely altering a person's ability to learn/remember information. Very high doses cause respiratory depression and death. If combined with other depressants of the central nervous system, much lower doses of alcohol will produce the effect described. Repeated use of alcohol can lead to dependence. Sudden cessation of alcohol intake is likely to produce withdrawal symptoms, including severe anxiety, tremors, hallucinations, and convulsions. Alcohol withdrawal can be life threatening. Long-term consumption of large quantities of alcohol, particularly when combined with poor nutrition, can also lead to permanent damage to vital organs such as the brain and the liver.
Mothers who drink alcohol during pregnancy may give birth to infants with fetal alcohol syndrome. These infants have irreversible physical abnormalities and mental retardation. In addition, research indicates that children of alcoholic parents are at greater risk than other youngsters of becoming alcoholics.
Note: Employees/students may seek drug or alcohol counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation from appropriate facilities or agencies. Additionally, employees may seek help through the State Troubled Employees Program (STEP). Employees may contact the college's STEP representative by calling the Office of the President.
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Violence-Free College Policy
POLICY STATEMENT
PROHIBITED CONDUCT
No type of violence will be tolerated on College property or in any place where College students or employees are engaged in College-related activity or in connection with any College-sponsored activity. College employees, students (including persons participating in any activity sponsored by the College) and visitors to the College (the "College Community") are directed not to engage in threatening or violent conduct or activities.
The conduct described below constitutes actions that are expressly prohibited on College property or in connection with College-sponsored activities. The list of prohibited activities is designed to provide examples and is not exclusive of other conduct that may constitute a violation of this Policy:* Causing or threatening to cause physical injury to another person* Making threatening, abusive or harassing remarks* Disorderly, aggressive or hostile behavior that creates a reasonable fear in another of injury or subjects another person to emotional distress; such conduct may include shouting, throwing or pushing objects, punching walls or slamming doors* Intentionally causing damage to College property or to the property of an employee, student or visitor to the College while on College property or in connection with a College-sponsored activity* Possession of a weapon or dangerous instrument or engaging in any other conduct in violation of the College Policy Prohibiting the Possession of Deadly Weapons, Dangerous Instruments or Devices* Committing violent or hostile acts motivated by, or related to, race, age, color, national origin, sexual orientation, sex, disability, marital status, sexual harassment or domestic relationships.
Procedures
I. Reporting Procedures
A. Immediate Threat Procedures
Members of the College Community who encounter an armed or otherwise dangerous person should not challenge or attempt to disarm the individual. In such an event, a person confronted by such an individual should proceed as follows:
If possible,* Remove yourself from dangerOtherwise,* Remain calm* Maintain eye contact* Talk to the individual* Cooperate as much as feasible* Notify law enforcement authorities first and then the Public Safety Office as soon as possible.
B. Potentially Dangerous Threat Procedures
Any potentially dangerous situation of which a member of the College Community becomes aware should immediately be reported to a Public Safety Office. All reported incidents will be investigated. In compliance with the Delaware Technical & Community College Crisis Management Policy, College officials will actively intervene at any indication of a possibly hostile or violent situation.
While it is not expected that members of the College Community be skilled at identifying potentially dangerous persons, it is expected that, through the exercise of good judgment, persons observing behavior that could signal a potentially dangerous situation or evidence a potentially violent person will report such an observation to the Public Safety Office. The Public Safety Office must notify a Dean of Student Services (student) or a Human Resource Officer (employee) of all reports.
In addition to the conduct identified in this Policy as prohibited conduct, potentially dangerous behavior or warning signs of a potentially violent person may include:
* discussion of weapons or bringing weapons onto College property or property used for College-sponsored activities* displaying overt signs of extreme stress, resentment, hostility, paranoia or anger;* Intimidating, belligerent, harassing, bullying or threatening conduct;* sudden or significant deterioration in performance; displaying irrational or disproportionately inappropriate behavior
All members of the College Community are responsible for notifying the Public Safety Office of any threats, witnessed or received. Even if no actual threat has been made, members of the College Community should report any conduct witnessed which, in the exercise of reasonable judgment, appears threatening or violent, when the behavior is connected to or may be carried out in the College environment.
C. Domestic Violence Procedures
Domestic violence is a serious threat to affected individuals and the place where such individuals work or are engaged in other activities.
Members of the College Community who obtain a protective or restraining order that lists College or College-related property as an area to be protected by such order are asked to provide the relevant Public Safety Office with a copy of the order.
Employees may obtain information concerning services related to domestic violence from the Delaware State Personnel Offices and the College’s Human Resource Offices. Students and employees may obtain information from the College's Counseling Offices.
II. Enforcement Procedures
Threats, threatening conduct, or any acts of aggression or violence will not be tolerated in the College environment. Any College employee or student who is determined to have committed an act prohibited by this Policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or expulsion and may be reported to law enforcement authorities. Disciplinary action shall be taken in cases of chargeable offenses under the provisions of applicable state law or comparable federal law; however, a conviction of the charged offense shall not be necessary to take action against the employee/student for violation of this Policy. The employee/student against whom such action is taken shall be entitled to the benefits of the procedures identified in the College Personnel Policy or Student Code of Conduct/College Policy for Student Rights & Student Responsibilities. Persons not subject to the College Personnel Policy or Student Code of Conduct/College Policy for Student Rights and Student Responsibilities who violate this Policy will be directed to leave the premises and may be reported to law enforcement authorities for criminal prosecution. Other legal remedies may also be invoked.
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Policy Prohibiting Deadly Weapons and Dangerous Instruments or Devices
POLICY STATEMENT
This Policy applies to the possession or use of any prohibited weapon, dangerous instrument or device and to any prohibited conduct (see Violence-Free College Policy) on any property owned, leased, or otherwise controlled by the College or in any place where College students or employees are engaged in College-related activity or College-sponsored activity ("College Property"). This Policy also applies to any College employee or student (including persons participating in any activity sponsored by the College) and to visitors to the College (collectively the "College Community"). Subject to the exceptions listed below, this Policy applies regardless of whether a person covered by the terms of the Policy has a permit to carry a prohibited weapon or is otherwise authorized by law to possess, discharge or use a prohibited weapon, instrument or device.
PROHIBITIONS
Subject to the exceptions outlined below, no member of the College Community shall, while on College property, possess, use, attempt to use, or threaten to use a weapon, dangerous instrument, or device as defined below. Further, any violation of a federal, state, or local law or ordinance pertaining to the possession, use, attempt or threat to use a deadly weapon, dangerous instrument, or device, committed on College property, shall constitute a violation of this Policy. Copies of Delaware and local law may be obtained from the Public Safety Office.
Delaware law defines dangerous instrument as: "any instrument, article or substance which, under the circumstances in which it is used, attempted to be used or threatened to be used, is readily capable of causing death or serious physical injury, or any disabling chemical spray . . ." "Chemical spray*" includes: mace, tear gas, pepper spray or any other mixture containing quantities thereof, or any other aerosol spray or any liquid, gaseous or solid substance capable of producing temporary physical discomfort, disability or injury through being vaporized or otherwise dispersed in the air, or any canister, container or device designed or intended to carry, store, or disperse such aerosol spray or such as gas or solid.
Delaware law defines a deadly weapon as: a firearm (any weapon from which a shot, projectile, or other object may be discharged by force of combustion, explosive, gas and/or mechanical means, whether operable or inoperable, loaded or unloaded but does not include a BB gun (which is considered a "device" under this Policy) a knife of any sort (other than an ordinary pocket knife, i.e., a folding knife have a blade not more than 3 inches in length, carried in a closed position), switchblade knife, billy, blackjack, bludgeon, metal knuckles, slingshot, razor, bicycle chain or ice pick or any dangerous instrument as defined above, which is used, or attempted to be used, to cause death or serious physical injury.
In addition to dangerous instruments and deadly weapons, members of the College Community while on College Property are prohibited from possessing, using, attempting or threatening to use any of the following or similar devices: BB guns, pellet guns, paint ball guns, decorative or functional swords, machetes, air rifles, martial arts devices such as throwing stars, garrotes, fireworks, explosives or substances possessed and/or prepared for the purpose of producing a visible or audible effect by combustion, explosion, deflagration or detonation, chemical or biological agents possessed and/or used with the purpose of causing death, serious bodily injury or property damage or otherwise in violation of federal, state, or local law or ordinance.
This Policy is not intended to prohibit the possession or use of instruments or devices authorized for the pursuit of the mission of the College. Questions regarding the authorization of such instruments or devices should be directed to the Campus Director for use at a given Campus.
*Chemical sprays kept about the person for personal protection are not prohibited unless used offensively in a malicious or reckless manner.PROCEDURES
I. Reporting Procedures
Members of the College Community who encounter an armed or otherwise dangerous person should not challenge or attempt to disarm the individual. In such an event, a person confronted by such an individual should proceed as follows:If possible,* Remove yourself from dangerOtherwise,* Remain calm* Maintain eye contact* Talk to the individual* Cooperate as much as feasible* Notify law enforcement authorities first and then the Public Safety Office as soon as possible.
II. Enforcement Procedures
Possession or use of any prohibited weapon, dangerous instrument, or device will not be tolerated in the College environment. Any College employee or student who is determined to have committed an act prohibited by this Policy will be subject to disciplinary action, up to and including termination of employment or expulsion depending on the severity of the violation and may be reported to law enforcement authorities. Action shall be taken in all cases of a chargeable offense under the provisions of the applicable state law or comparable federal law; however, a conviction of the charged offense shall not be necessary to take action against the employee/student for a violation of this Policy. The employee/student against whom such action is taken shall be entitled to the benefits of the procedures identified in the College Personnel Policy or Student Code of Conduct/College Policy for Student Responsibilities and Student Rights (See Student Handbook). Persons not subject to the College Personnel Policy or Student Code of Conduct/College Policy for Student Responsibilities and Student Rights who are suspected of violating or determined to have violated this Policy will be directed to leave the premises and may be reported to law enforcement authorities for criminal prosecution, as appropriate. Other legal remedies may also be invoked.III. Exception Procedures
A member of any bona fide law enforcement agency present on College Property who is in compliance with any applicable departmental Policy pertaining to the possession of a weapon is excluded from the prohibitions contained in this Policy.
Any member of the College Community who believes he or she has good cause to be excluded from the terms of this Policy may direct a request for an exception to the Campus Director for the Campus at which an exception is desired, or to the College President for an exception pertaining to either the President's Office or a college-wide purpose. Exceptions may be granted in the sole discretion of the Campus Director to whom the request is directed or in the sole discretion of the College President when a request is made to the President. Exceptions may be granted in cases, including but not limited to, where an individual's personal safety is at substantial and identifiable risk, where an otherwise prohibited item is to be used for educational, scientific, professional, ceremonial or religious purposes, or in other circumstances where the purpose of this Policy would not be fostered through strict application. If an exception is granted, such exception will be identified in writing and include the terms, conditions, and duration of the exception. A copy of the document authorizing an exception to this Policy will be sent to the Public Safety Office of an affected Campus and to any other College official deemed appropriate under the circumstances at least 24 hours in advance of the effective date of the exception.
Amendment to the College Policy for Student Responsibilities and Student Rights Item 4 of Section II. "Standards of Student Conduct" Section of the College Policy for Student Responsibilities and Student Rights is hereby amended to include this Policy as part of the prohibition against the use and/or possession of weapons or firearms.
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Access to Campus Facilities
The use of any property or facility owned by Delaware Technical & Community College, or upon which College activities are conducted, is limited to registered students, authorized visitors, and employees. All visitors (including contractors and other service providers) shall register with the Campus Public Safety Office and obtain a visitor's pass immediately upon entering any college campus. Visitor’s passes shall be conspicuously displayed at all times while a visitor is on campus, and shall be returned to the Campus Public Safety Office at the time of departure.
The Vice President and Campus Director shall have authority to designate certain campus areas or facilities as public areas or facilities, which shall be open to members of the general public without prior registration with the Campus Public Safety Office, or certain events as public events for which prior registration with the Campus Public Safety Office shall not be required. In addition, the Vice President and Campus Director shall have the authority to adopt different procedures for registering visitors for designated events.
The Director of Administrative Services, or his designee, may authorize the issuance of an identification badge to a contractor or other service provider who is expected to frequently appear on campus in the ordinary course of business; provided, however, that such badges shall only authorize the presence of the contractor or other service provider on campus during regular business hours and shall expire within 30 days or less from the date of issuance.
All faculty and staff shall conspicuously display an identification badge issued by the College at all times while on campus. All students shall be required to possess a valid student identification card at all times while on campus, and shall present the same to faculty or staff when requested.
Most campus facilities are unlocked during normal business hours. Labs that contain computers and related equipment are only open for use when an instructor or other authorized staff member is present. Employees, students, or visitors needing access to any facilities that are closed or locked must contact the Campus Public Safety Office and must have a valid reason for entering a closed or restricted area. Proper identification will be required from any person seeking access to a locked area. Students will not be allowed access to locked areas without an instructor or other authorized staff member present. Students will be denied general access to closed facilities during semester breaks and holidays in which the campus is officially closed.
The Director of Administrative Services may authorize members of the Administrative Services Department who conduct maintenance operations to wear uniform shirts embossed with the college name in lieu of displaying an identification badge when, in the opinion of the Director, wearing an identification badge would constitute an unreasonable risk to the safety of the employee. Contractors and other service providers engaged to perform work on campus are under the supervision of the Director of Administrative Services and are restricted to those areas of the campus that are necessary to perform the work or services for which they have been engaged.
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