II. Policy Statements

POLICY NUMBER 003: REPORTING OF CRIMINAL OFFENSES AND EMERGENCIES

I.  Scope
The policy statement pertains to the prompt, timely reporting of crimes and public safety incidents to Bloomsburg University Police or designated individuals or organizations by students, faculty, staff, visitors, and community members.

II. Purpose
This policy statement identifies names, titles, and organizations that have been designated by the Bloomsburg University Police Department for students, employees, visitors, and community members to report Clery Act Crimes. It contains information about on-campus and off-campus reporting resources .

III. Procedure
A. Students, faculty, staff, visitors, and community members are encouraged to report all crimes and public related safety incidents, occurring on property owned, rented, or leased by Bloomsburg University to Bloomsburg University Police Department (BUPD) in a timely manner. BUPD has primary jurisdiction over incidents occurring on Bloomsburg University property. To report a crime, fire, campus emergency, or public related safety matter, call BUPD at (570) 389-4168 from a campus phone. Emergency call boxes, identified by a blue light above a red, white, and blue box connects callers directly to the University Police dispatcher. These boxes are located in parking lots and next to buildings. Call 911 for medical emergencies.

B. University Police and dispatchers are available 24 hours a day/ 365 days a year to receive reports and answer questions.

C. Bloomsburg University Police work closely with the Bloomsburg Town Police and the Pennsylvania State Police. BUPD and Town Police augment each other within their jurisdiction during times of need. The University Police Director attends monthly meetings with local law enforcement agencies to exchange ideas and problems which may be of concern for the University community. Incidents occurring off campus but in the town should be reported to the Bloomsburg Town Police by calling (570) 784-6779 or (570) 784-4100. Incidents occurring at the Buckhorn Mall, Super Wal-Mart, and eating establishments in Buckhorn should be reported to Hemlock Township Police at (570) 784-6543.

D. Any suspicious activity or person seen in the parking lots or loitering around vehicles, inside buildings or around the residence halls should be reported to the police department. In addition, you may report a crime to the following campus security authorities:

1. Counseling Center (570) 389-4255
2. Cynthia Harris (570) 389-4451, Director, Student Health Center
3. Virginia Rinkus (570) 389-4140, Director, Human Resources
4. Donald Young (570) 389-4064, Director, Housing and Student Standards
5. Mark Bauman (570) 389-4808 / 4324, Asst. Director, Student Standards
6. Mary Gardner, Athletic Director (570) 389-4050
7. Deans
College of Liberal Arts (570) 389-4410
College of Science and Technology (570) 389-5333
College of Business (570) 389-4745
College of Professional Studies (570) 389-5128
8. Tom Lyons, Director, Financial Aid (570) 389-4297
9. Jen White, Director, Student Recreation Center (570) 389-4190
10. Bob Wislock, Deputy to President for Equity, Social Equity (570) 389-4528
11. Mike Sowash, Director, Kehr Union (570) 389-4347
12. James Gilliland, Director, Student Activities (570) 389-4344
13. Coaches
14. Advisors (Clubs and Organizations)

E. If a sexual assault or rape should occur, staff on the scene, including BUPD, will offer the victim a wide variety of services. BUPD has trained sexual assault personnel and Residence Life has a trained woman's advocates who are available to assist 24 hours a day. There is a woman's center on campus.

F. Bloomsburg University pastoral and professional counselors are encouraged to tell their clients about the reporting procedures outlined in this document. As noted below, confidential reports/anonymous reports are extremely valuable in order to prevent further victimizations and to obtain a more accurate portrait of Bloomsburg University campus crime.

G. In certain instances, a crime victim may be a reluctant to file a report fearing the process and/or loss of his/her anonymity. In such circumstances, crime victims are encouraged to consider making a confidential report to one of the designated campus security authorities. At a minimum, crime victims will receive valuable counseling and referral information. Confidential reports are important because they provide valuable information that will enhance the safety of the community at large and they will, at least, provide a more accurate portrait of actual campus crime. (Remember, help is available. All you need to do is ask.)

H. Incident Reports are forwarded daily to the Vice President of Finance and Administration, Vice President of Student Life, and the Director of Student Standards. Upon review by Student Standards, further sanctions and disciplinary action can be taken by the University.

POLICY NUMBER 004: CONFIDENTIAL REPORTING PROCEDURES

I.  Scope
This policy pertains to students, faculty, staff, and visitors and focuses on confidential reporting by victims of criminal activity.

II. Purpose
The purpose of this policy is to encourage victims of criminal activity who do not want to pursue the matter within the criminal justice system and/or the University System, to file a confidential report.

III. Procedure
If you are the victim of a crime and do not want to pursue action within the University System or the criminal justice system, you may still want to consider making a confidential report. With your permission, the Director or a designee of the University Police can file a report on the details of the incident without revealing your identity. The purpose of a confidential report is to comply with your wish to keep the matter confidential, while taking steps to ensure the future safety of yourself and others. With such information, the University can keep an accurate record of the number of incidents involving students, determine where there is a pattern of crime with regard to a particular location, method, or assailant, and alert the campus community to potential danger. Reports filed in this manner are counted and disclosed in the annual statistics for the institution.

POLICY NUMBER 005: SECURITY AND ACCESS

I.  Scope
The scope of this policy statement consists of security of and access to campus facilities and security considerations used in the maintenance of campus facilities.

II. Purpose
The purpose of this policy statement is to address both the security of, and access to, campus facilities, including campus residence. It addresses topics such as how Bloomsburg University keeps its facilities secure and how individuals gain or do not gain access to the facilities.

III. Procedure

A. During business hours, the college (excluding residence halls, certain labs, and other secure areas) will be open to students, parents, employees, contractors, and visitors. During non-business hours access to all college facilities is by key or card access, if issued, or by admittance via University Police or Residence Life Staff. During non-business hours and periods of extended closing, those without keys or card access will only be admitted with prior written approval to all facilities.

B. Residence halls are secured 24 hours a day by card access. The card access entry point is monitored by security cameras. Card access remains in effect during extended breaks. Student cards are programmed to prohibit entry during extended breaks. Some facilities, labs, and specified rooms specified rooms have individual hours, which may vary at different times of the year. Examples are Nelson Field House, Haas Auditorium, Carver Auditorium, the Library, IIT , and various labs. In these cases, the facilities will be secured according to schedules developed by the department responsible for the facility. Emergencies may necessitate changes or alterations to any posted schedules.

C. University Police (BUPD) routinely conduct building checks during non-business hours and during extended breaks. Door discrepancy reports are established when appropriate and forwarded to building manager for review and corrective measures. Night lights are monitored by University Police officers on second and third shifts. BUPD officers submit work orders to correct lighting deficiencies. BUPD officers conduct foot patrols of all residence halls between the hours of 7PM and 7AM . BUPD monitors an electronically supervised door lock system for all residence hall exterior doors - BUPD officers conduct vehicle, foot, and bike patrols of the campus grounds.

POLICY NUMBER 006: SAFETY AND SECURITY IN THE RESIDENTIAL COMMUNITY ACCESS AND MAINTENANCE

I.  Scope
This policy statement pertains to students living on campus in a resident hall or apartment. The focus is on prevention and response regarding safety and security issues.

II. Purpose
The purpose of this document is to identify resident hall and apartment safety and security measures.

III. Procedure
Bloomsburg University offers campus housing, traditional residence halls, and apartment complexes, for approximately 3500 students. Security safeguards within the residence halls include restricted access, guest registration, external door prop alarm system and monitoring main door with closed circuit television. Crime prevention programs include orientation workshops, individual floor meetings, residential community-wide presentations, and educational programs. Access to university housing is limited to residents, escorted guests, and university staff. Entry is monitored on a 24-hour basis through a combination of card-key security systems, conventional keys, and on-duty residence life personnel.

Professional residence hall directors and student community assistants, who are all members of the University Housing and Residential Service Staff, live on campus and provide 24 hour staff coverage. Student room doors should be locked at all times even when occupied. Residents with automobiles may park them in the First Street Parking Lot if he/she has earned 60 or more credits or the Blue Lot if he/she has 59 or fewer earned credits after registering their vehicle with the University Police. All students, guests, parents, and visitors must register their vehicle before parking it on campus. Most importantly, residents are reminded to observe building security procedures and to notify Residence Life staff or the University Police of any unfamiliar faces or unusual incidents within the residence halls or apartments.

All residence life staff members in the halls undergo comprehensive training each semester for both prevention and response regarding safety and security issues. As part of their responsibility for campus security, both students and professional staff participate in lectures and seminars associated with topics such as substance abuse, prevention of sexual assault, community security, fire safety, and evacuation procedures.

POLICY NUMBER 007: CAMPUS POLICY AUTHORITY & JURISDICTION

I.  Scope
This document applies to Bloomsburg University Police Department.

II. Purpose
The purpose of this document is to identify Bloomsburg University Police Department's authority and jurisdiction to enforce state, local, and university laws and regulations.

III. Authority to enforce laws and regulations

A. Bloomsburg University Police have the authority to enforce the Pennsylvania Crime and Vehicle Codes. Commissioned Officers obtain their arrest powers from the Pennsylvania Department of Education and the Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

1. Summary, misdemeanors, and felonies such as rape, murder, aggravated assault, robbery, arson, and auto theft occurring on campus, are investigated by Bloomsburg University Police. Officers have the authority to issue citations and pursue arrest warrants.

2. University Police Officers can refer students to student standards where sanctions can be issued for violating state, local and university rules and regulations.

IV. Jurisdiction

A. Police officers are commissioned to apprehend and arrest anyone involved in illegal acts on campus property or land and/or facilities owned, leased or rented by the University.

1. University Police personnel work closely with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.
a. Bloomsburg University Police and the Town of Bloomsburg Police provide mutual aid to assist one another.
b. Pennsylvania State Police, when requested by University Police, assist the University Police investigate criminal activity.

V. Access to Information

A. A dispatcher relays information to patrol officers. Patrol Officers share information through the use of two way radios.

B. University police have direct radio communication with local police, ambulance, and fire personnel.

C. University police are part of the Columbia County 911 Emergency Communication System.

D. By agreement with the Pennsylvania State Police, the University Police Department maintains a Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network (CLEAN) terminal. Through this system, police personnel can access state and national crime information. The computer data bases are used for accessing criminal history data, police records, driver/vehicle identification information, as well as other local and state law enforcement information.

VI. Reporting of Off Campus Criminal Activity

A. Through coordination with local law enforcement agencies, any criminal activity engaged in by students at off campus locations of student organizations, off campus housing, and/or by students in the local communities is monitored and recorded. This information is provided to the University Police and to the Director of Student Standards for any action or follow-up that may be required.

POLICY NUMBER 008: PROMPT REPORTING AND PROFESSIONAL COUNSELOR REPORTING PROCEDURES

I.  Scope
This policy statement pertains to students and those who have responsibilities for students or campus activities.

II. Purpose
The purpose of this document is to encourage the prompt reporting of criminal activity and suspicious persons to University Police.

III. Procedure
Bloomsburg University community members are strongly encouraged to immediately report criminal activity and suspicious person(s) to the Bloomsburg University Police Department. Incidents that may or may not be crimes may also be reported to "campus security authorities" who include, in addition to the Bloomsburg University Police, those with responsibility for students or campus activities. Licensed counselors and campus clergy (pastoral counselors) are exempt from reporting requirements. Bloomsburg University encourages counselors and clergy; if and when they deem it appropriate, to inform those who they counsel of procedures for reporting crimes on a voluntary, confidential basis for inclusion in the Campus Security Report.

Crime should be reported to the University Police Department to ensure inclusion in the annual crime statistics and to aid, when appropriate, in providing timely warning notices to the community.

POLICY NUMBER 009: CRIME PREVENTION PROGRAMS

I.  Scope
This policy statement pertains to students, parents, faculty, and staff.

II. Purpose
The purpose of this document is to identify groups that will benefit from awareness training and training topics.

III. Procedure
A. Crime Prevention Programs on personal safety and theft prevention are sponsored by various campus organizations throughout the year. University Police personnel facilitate programs for student, parent, faculty, and new employee orientations, student organizations, community organizations, and Housing Services Resident Advisors. Discussions focus on Educational strategies and tips on how to protect oneself from sexual assault, theft, and other crimes. Starting in Fall 2007, we will be offering Rape Aggressive Defense System (R.A.D.) training. It is a comprehensive course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance, while progressing on the basis of hands-on defense training. Certified RAD instructors will teach the courses provided.

B. Tip: To enhance personal safety, and especially after an evening class, walk with a friend or someone from class that you know well, or call the Escort Services for an escort. The on-campus escort number is 5000.

POLICY NUMBER 010: SECURITY AWARENESS PROGRAMS

I.  Scope
This policy statement pertains to students and employees.

II. Purpose
The purpose of this policy statement is to describe the type and frequency of programs designed to inform students and employees about campus security procedures and practices and to encourage students and employees to be responsible for their own security and the security of others.

III. Programs
During freshman orientation in July and January, students and parents are informed of services offered by the Bloomsburg University Police Department (BUPD). A lecture and PowerPoint presentation outline ways to maintain personal safety and residence hall security. Students are told about crime on-campus, in the surrounding neighborhoods, and in the Town of Bloomsburg . Students are told that they have the sole responsibility for their own safety and well being. They are reminded to make sound choices when making decisions that could impact their well being. Similar, but less detailed information is given to new employees. Crime prevention programs, drug, alcohol, and sexual assault prevention programs are offered by BUPD, residence life staff, DAWN personnel, and others throughout the academic year.

A common theme of all the awareness and crime prevention programs is to encourage students and employees to make good choices and to be aware of the responsibility for their own safety and the safety of others.

In addition to the various training sessions/seminars, every residence hall student is required to attend one hour session, at the beginning of the fall semester, pertaining to fire safety, evacuation, personal security, and securing one's possessions. Each year a similar session is conducted for students who plan on living in Greek housing the following year. Students are reminded of taking responsibility for their personal safety by the following means: videos, student newspaper articles, lectures, and posters/displays.

When time is of the essence, information is released to the university community through electronic computer timely warning alerts, "stall talk", postings on residence hall doors and campus TV.

POLICY NUMBER 011: RECORDING AND MONITORING OF CRIMINAL ACTIVITY AT OFF CAMPUS LOCATIONS

I.  Scope
This policy statement applies to all students.

II. Purpose
In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, this document summarizes the monitoring and recording of criminal activity off campus.

III. Jurisdiction for Off Campus Activity
When a Bloomsburg University student is involved in an off-campus offense, Town of Bloomsburg Police officers investigate the incident. Bloomsburg Town Police routinely works and communicates with campus officers on any serious incidents occurring off campus in the immediate neighborhoods and business areas surrounding the campus. Bloomsburg University off-campus housing is limited to the Kile Apartments. Bloomsburg University Police investigates incidents involving violations of the Pennsylvania Crime and Vehicle Code at the Kile Apartments. Many Bloomsburg University students live in the neighborhoods surrounding Bloomsburg University. While Bloomsburg Town Police have primary jurisdiction in all areas off campus, Bloomsburg University officers can assist with student-related incidents that occur in close proximity to campus. Bloomsburg University officers have direct radio communications with Bloomsburg Town Police, fire department, and ambulance services to facilitate rapid response in any emergency situation.

Student Affairs maintains contact with recognized fraternity and sorority organizations through the efforts of the Greek Affairs Advisor. University Police do not provide law enforcement services to off-campus residences of recognized fraternity and sorority organization nor are activities off- campus recognized by University authority.

Bloomsburg University Police maintains crime statistics of criminal activity for the Kile Apartments. Bloomsburg Town Police provide crime statistics to University Police for criminal activity involving students in the Town of Bloomsburg Police jurisdiction.

Student Standards, Residence Life Personnel, and University Police members enjoy a close working relationship with Bloomsburg Town Police when violations of federal, state, or local laws surface. This cooperative team approach addresses situations as they arise as well as future concerns.

The Bloomsburg Town Police Chief and the Director of Bloomsburg University meet regularly to discuss matters of mutual concern and make joint presentations to campus groups.

POLICY NUMBER 012: GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR REPORTING A CRIME OR EMERGENCY

I.  Scope
The policy statement pertains to the prompt, timely reporting of crimes and public safety related incidents to Bloomsburg University Police by students, faculty, staff, guests, and community members.

II. Purpose
This policy statement encourages students, faculty, staff, guests, and community members to report criminal activity and public safety related incidents. It contains information about on-campus and off-campus crime reporting resources. The information is made available to provide Bloomsburg University community members with specific information about resources that are available in the event that they become the victim of a crime.

III. Procedure
A. Students, faculty, staff, guests, and community members are encouraged to report all crimes and public safety related incidents, occurring on grounds owned, rented, or leased by Bloomsburg University to the University Police Department (BUPD) in a timely manner. BUPD has primary jurisdiction over incidents occurring on Bloomsburg University property. Activities occurring off-campus, in the Town of Bloomsburg , must be reported to the Town of Bloomsburg Police at 570-784-6779.

B. To report a crime, fire, campus emergencies, or public safety related matters, call BUPD at 911. To report non-emergency security or public safety related matters, call BUPD at 570-389-4168 or 4168 from a campus telephone.

C. For medical emergencies, call 911.

D. Dispatchers are available at 570-389-4168 or 4168 from a campus telephone 24 hours a day/365 days a year to receive reports and answer questions. In response to a call, BUPD will take the required action, dispatching an officer or asking the victim to report to BUPD to file an incident report.

E. BUPD incident reports are forwarded to the Vice President of Administration and Vice President of Student Life for review and potential action by the Office of Student Standards. BUPD police will investigate a report when it is deemed appropriate.

F. If assistance is required by the Town of Bloomsburg Police or Pennsylvania State Police, BUPD will contact the appropriate unit. If a sexual assault or rape should occur, staff on scene, including BUPD, will offer the victim a wide variety of services.

G. Crimes should be reported to the University Police Department to ensure inclusion in the annual crime statistics and to aid in providing timely warning notices to the campus community, when appropriate. Crimes reported to other departments may not be included in the Bloomsburg University crime statistics.

POLICY NUMBER 013: ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES

I.  Scope
This policy statement pertains to all students, faculty, staff, and visitors .

II. Purpose
The intent of this document is to summarize the university's position on alcohol and identify enforcement agencies. The statement is in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act .

III. Procedure
The possession, sale, or the furnishing of alcohol on the Bloomsburg University campus is governed by Bloomsburg University Policy 4810 and Pennsylvania State Law. Laws regarding the possession, sale, consumption, or furnishing of alcohol are controlled by Pennsylvania Liquor Control Enforcement (LCE). However, the enforcement of alcohol laws on campus is the responsibility of the Bloomsburg University Police Department (BUPD). The Bloomsburg University campus has been designated "Drug free." Alcoholic beverages are not permitted on campus in any University-owned buildings or on university property, except in the private residence of those university officials and employees required to live on university property, and in the instance of university sponsored events for which special permission is received within the guideline of Policy 4810. The possession, sale, manufacture, or distribution of any controlled substance is illegal under state and federal laws. Such laws are strictly enforced by the BUPD. Violators are subject to university disciplinary action, criminal prosecution, fine, and imprisonment. It is unlawful to sell, furnish, or provide alcohol to a person under the age of 21. The possession of alcohol by anyone under 21 years of age is illegal. Organizations or groups violating the alcohol policy or laws may be subject to sanctions by the university.

POLICY NUMBER 014: ALCOHOL AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE EDUCATION INFORMATION

I.  Scope
This policy statement applies to all students, faculty and staff.

II. Purpose
The purpose of this policy statement is to identify educational programs and services available to students, faculty and staff.

III . Programs

A. PREVENTION PROGRAMS
The University has developed programs and services to prevent the illicit use of drugs and the abuse of alcohol by students and employees. The program and services include dissemination of informational material, educational programs, counseling services and referrals. Students violating the University's drug and alcohol policy are referred to Student Standards for judicial review. Employees violating the policy are held accountable in accordance with University employee disciplinary procedures. Students, employees and visitors are subject to prosecution, in accordance with the Pennsylvania Crime Codes.

B. The following services are available for drug and alcohol issues:
1. Alcohol and Drug Education: DAWN Office (Drugs and Alcohol Awareness Network) and SEAP (State Employee Assistance Program).
2. Counseling: Bloomsburg University Counseling Center , SEAP
3. Referral Services: Bloomsburg University Counseling Center , Health Center , DAWN
4. College Disciplinary Actions: Judicial Review Board, Director of Student Standards.

IV.  LOCAL, STATE & FEDERAL LEGAL SANCTIONS

A. Legal Sanctions - Laws Governing Alcohol
1. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania sets 21 as the minimum age to purchase or possess any alcoholic beverage. Specific laws regarding violations of alcohol laws, including driving while intoxicated, are available from the Bloomsburg University Police. They include the following:
a. Persons under age 21 found possessing alcohol can be fined a maximum of $300.00 for the first offense and a maximum fine of $500.00 for the second and each subsequent violation. Along with the aforementioned fine, violators Driver's License will be suspended for a period of 90 days for the first offense, one year for the second offense and for the third offense and any offense thereafter, for a period of two years from the date of suspension. Any multiple sentences imposed shall be served consecutively.
b. Anyone convicted of fraudulently using a driver's license to buy or attempts to buy alcohol will be guilty of a summary offense for the first violation and a misdemeanor of the third degree for any subsequent violation. The offender's driver's license will be suspended as mentioned in section 1.

2. The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prohibits the manufacture, sale or delivery, holding, offering for sale or possession of any controlled substance. Penalties are in accordance with the Controlled Substance, Drug, Device and Cosmetic Act and can range from a summary charge for possession of a small amount of marijuana to a misdemeanor for the possession of drug paraphernalia to a felony charge for manufacturing. Fine for offenses may vary. In general, summary offenses have a fine up to $300.00 unless a higher fine has been pre-established by law. A third degree misdemeanor can have a fine not to exceed $2,500.00. A second degree misdemeanor can have a fine not to exceed $5,000.00. A first degree misdemeanor can have a fine not to exceed $10,000.00. A third degree felony can have a fine not to exceed $15,000.00. A second degree felony can have a fine not to exceed $25,000.00. A first degree felony can have a fine not to exceed $50,000.00.

B. A violation of any law regarding alcohol is also a violation of the University's Code of Conduct and will be treated as a separate disciplinary matter by the University.

C. Bloomsburg University is located in Columbia County that is currently participating in a pilot alcohol program. Students charged with a violation of section 6308 of the Pennsylvania Crimes Code can request the local District Magistrate (Judge) to permit he or she to enter the pilot program. The program consists of 14 hours of alcohol awareness training. Upon the student completing the training and pleading guilty to disorderly conduct citation and paying a fee of $450, the students record is expunged of the 6308 (underage consumption, possession, and or transporting of alcohol) charge. The student driver's license is not suspended. The program is for first offenders only.

POLICY NUMBER 015: SEXUAL ASSAULT PREVENTION AND RESPONSE

I.  Scope
This document pertains to all Bloomsburg University students and student visitors.

II. Purpose
It is the intent of this document to identify sources of information about sexual assault and date rape prevention. Furthermore, this document specifies action sexual assault victims should take in a timely manner.

III. Program

Sexual Assault Prevention and Response:
A. Bloomsburg University Police Department offers sexual assault education and information programs to University students and employees upon request. Training sessions and literature on date rape education, risk reduction, and University response is available through Residence Life.
B. The first priority for a sexual assault victim should be to get to a safe place.
C. The second priority is to obtain medical treatment.
D. Bloomsburg University Police strongly advocates that a victim of sexual assault report the incident in a timely manner. Time is a critical factor for evidence collection and preservation. An assault should be reported directly to a Bloomsburg University Police Officer and/or to a Residence Life representative. University Police has female officers who have been specifically trained to investigate and assist victims. Filing a report with a Bloomsburg University Police Officer will not obligate the victim to prosecute, nor will it subject the victim to scrutiny or judgmental opinion from officers.

Filing a report will:
1. Ensure that a victim of sexual assault receives the necessary medical treatment and tests, at no expense to the victim.
2. Provide the opportunity for collection of evidence helpful in prosecution, which cannot be obtained later (ideally a victim of sexual assault should not wash, douche, use the toilet, or change clothing prior to a medical/legal exam).
3. Assure the victim has access to free confidential counseling from a counselor specifically trained in the area of sexual assault crisis intervention.
4. When a sexual assault victim contacts the Police Department, the Victim's Right's Advocate, housed in Residence Life, is notified as well. The victim of a sexual assault may choose for the investigation to be pursued through the criminal justice system, the University Code of Conduct System or both. A University representative from the Police Department or the Victim's Rights Advocate will guide the victim through the available options and support the victim in his or her decision. Various counseling options are available from the University through The Student Health Center, the Womens Center , University Ministries, and the Psychological Counseling Center . Counseling and support services outside the Bloomsburg University system can be obtained through the town of Bloomsburg 's Women Center and the Bloomsburg Town Police.

E. University disciplinary proceedings are detailed in the Student Handbook, titled "The Pilot." The Handbook provides, in part, that the accused and the victim will each be allowed to choose a person who has no formal legal training to accompany them throughout the hearing. Both the victim and accused will be informed of the outcome of the hearing. A student found guilty of violating the University sexual misconduct policy could be criminally prosecuted in the Commonwealth courts and may be suspended or expelled from the University for the first offense. Student victims have the option to change their academic and/or campus living situations after an alleged sexual assault, if such changes are reasonably available.

POLICY NUMBER 016: SEX OFFENDER REGISTRATION

I.  Scope
This document pertains to the registration of sexual offenders enrolled at or employed by Bloomsburg University or who resides within 1,000 feet of the University.

II. Purpose
The purpose of this document is to identify and register sexual offenders in accordance with the Campus Sex Crime Prevention Act (CSCPA) of 2000, The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Megan's Law.

III. Background
The Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act (CSCPA) of 2000 is a federal law that provides for the tracking of convicted sex offenders enrolled at, or employed by, institutions of higher education. The CSCPA is an amendment to the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Against Children and Sexually Violent Offender Act. The federal law requires state law enforcement agencies( in Pennsylvania , it is The Pennsylvania State Police) to provide Bloomsburg University with a list of registered sex offenders who have indicated that they are either enrolled, employed, carrying on a vocation at Bloomsburg University , or reside within a 1,000 feet of the University.

IV. Requirements

A. Bloomsburg University is required to inform the campus community that a Pennsylvania registration list of sexually violent predators attending Bloomsburg University will be maintained and available at the Bloomsburg University Police Department, located in the lower level of the University Bookstore Building.

1. In addition, a list of all registered sexually violent predators in Pennsylvania is available from the Pennsylvania State Police at http:// www.psp2.state.pa.us./SVP/index.htp. Bloomsburg is located in Columbia County and the zip code is 17815.

B. The CSCPA further amends the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974(FERPA) to clarify that nothing in the Act can prohibit an educational institution from disclosing information provided to the institution concerning registered sex offenders.

C. This statement is provided in compliance with the Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act of 2000 and Pennsylvania 's Megan Law Act 127 of 2002.

POLICY NUMBER 017: ILLEGAL DRUGS

I.  Scope
This policy statement pertains to all students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

II. Purpose
The purpose of this policy statement is to inform all campus constituents that Bloomsburg University is a "Drug Free" campus.

III. Procedures
The Bloomsburg University campus has been designated "Drug Free" and only under circumstances outlined in Bloomsburg University Policy 4810 is the consumption of alcohol permitted. The possession sale, manufacture or distribution of any controlled substance, as defined by the Pennsylvania Crimes Code, is illegal under both state and federal laws. Such laws are strictly enforced by the Bloomsburg University Police Department. Violators are subject to University disciplinary action, criminal prosecution, fine and imprisonment.

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III. Policy, Rules and Procedures

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IV. Training of Security Personnel

Safety and Police Personnel - As a condition of employment, all police officers employed by the Bloomsburg University Safety and Police Department must have completed a Basic Police Academy Training course as required by Pennsylvania Act 120. Bloomsburg University Police Officers are required to maintain certification in CPR, Basic First Aid. Police Officers also must qualify twice a year with firearms and complete yearly updates as approved by the Municipal Police Officers Education and Training Commission.  In addition, the Police Officers attend other trainings as requested by the department.

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V. Training of Residence Hall and Apartment Housing Personnel

Number of employees, including security personnel, assigned to student housing and their security training

Residence hall and Apartment Housing Personnel:
Bloomsburg University has 7 traditional residence halls on our lower campus and 3 apartment complexes located on our upper campus or adjacent to the lower campus.  These facilities house up to 3400 students.  Staff consists of Professionals, Graduate Hall Directors and approximately 100 Community Assistant (student staff).  All personnel are trained annually by both Professional Residence Life staff and University Police.  Training includes (but is not limited) too the following topics: 1.) fire safety and evacuation, 2.) recognizing and dealing with students under the influence of alcohol and or drugs, 3) police notification and protocol for incidents occurring in the halls and apartments.  Residence Hall staff and University Police meet at the beginning of each semester to review the above listed training.  University Police routinely do foot patrols through the residence halls and have a presence at the on campus apartments.

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VI. Policy Regarding Students or Employees with Criminal Records

The excerpt is from the Commonwealth Law Enforcement Assistance Network Manual:  The employing agency shall cause a background investigation to be conducted on all employees assigned as CLEAN operators.  Such investigation shall include a state and national fingerprint search for a criminal record.  Any individual who has a conviction, or is under indictment, for any felony, conviction for any misdemeanor 1, conviction for any Misdemeanor for which the requester was incarcerated within the last 10 years, shall not be eligible to become certified as a CLEAN Terminal Operator.  Misdemeanor, misdemeanor 1, and felony as used in this section refers to any misdemeanor, misdemeanor 1, and felony under the laws of Pennsylvania, or the equivalent penalties as provided by the laws of any other state, territory, or under federal law.

The excerpt is from PRP 6950 Drug-Free Workplace Policy:  Employees who are convicted of controlled substance violations occurring in the work place must satisfactorily participate in an employee assistance program or other rehabilitation program that is approved for such purposes by S.E.A.P. Coordinator.  An employee who elects such participation may request that disciplinary action be suspended while counseling, rehabilitation or assistance programs are being utilized.  An employee who, having successfully participated in such a program again engaged in conduct prohibited by this policy I subject to disciplinary action, as stipulated by the grievance procedures set forth in an appropriate collective bargaining agreement or the Management Rights Policy, State System of Higher Education.

Informing each employee to be engaged in the performance of the grant that, as a condition of employment under the grant, the employee will notify the employer (Bloomsburg University Director of Personnel) in writing of his or her conviction for a violation of a criminal drug statue occurring in the workplace not later than five calendar days after such conviction;

Notifying the funding agency in writing, within ten calendar days of receiving notice under item 3 above from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of each conviction.  Employers of convicted employees must provide notice, including position title, to every federal grant officer of other designee on whose grant activity the convicted employee was working, unless the federal agency has designated a central point for the receipt of such notices.  Notice shall include the identification number (s) of each affected grant.

Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, within 30 calendar days of receiving notification under item 3 above, up to and including termination, consistent with the requirements of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or requiring each employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a federal, sate, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency.

DEFINITIONS:
Controlled substance means a controlled substance in schedules I through V of the Controlled Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812), and as further defined by regulations at 21 CFR 1308.11 through 1308.15
Conviction means finding of guilt (including a plea of nolo contendere) or imposition of sentence, or both, by any judicial body charged with the responsibility to determine violations of the federal or state criminal drug statutes.
Criminal drug statute means a Federal or non-Federal criminal statute involving the manufacture distribution, dispensing, use, or possession of any controlled substance.
Drug-free workplace means a site for the performance of work done in connection with a specific grant at which employees of the grant (Bloomsburg University) are prohibited from engaging in the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance.
Employee means the employee of a grantee (Bloomsburg University) directly engaged in the performance of work under the grant, including all “direct charge” employees, all “indirect charge” employees, unless their impact or involvement is insignificant to the performance of the grant.  Also included are student employees and temporary personnel and consultants who are directly engaged in the performance of work under the grant and who are on the grantee’s payroll.
This definition does not include workers not on the payroll of the grantee (e.g., volunteers, even if used to meet a matching requirement; consultants or independent contractors not on the payroll; or employees of subrecipients or subcontractors in covered workplaces).

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VII. Number of Undergraduate and Graduate Students Living in Student Housing

Number of students living on campus in student housing for Fiscal Year 2005/2006
Undergraduate students:  3196
Graduate students: 24

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VIII. Housing Policies on Assignments and Assignment Changes

The following policies and procedures covering housing assignments and assignment changes can be found in the Welcome to Residence Life brochure prepared by the Residence Life Office.

The first step to campus living is to reserve a room, which includes choosing a meal plan, signing the Terms of Agreement and completing the Roommate Compatibility Profile.  Parents and students are urged to read the terms of agreement and discuss this information, so that each is fully aware of our housing/food service policies, procedures and services. 

Choosing a Roommate -   If you wish to indicate a roommate choice, you should write the person's name and Social Security number on your agreement.  If you choose roommates, be sure to notify them to also fill out the roommate choice section because we only honor mutual requests. We cannot guarantee double accommodations except for those in the Early Decision Program.

Roommate Compatibility Profile - While some freshmen opt to pick their roommate, many prefer to be assigned roommates based on the compatibility profile. Through the results of a survey we found that many students wanted to be assigned a roommate for a new experience, to meet new people or because they didn’t know anyone coming to Bloomsburg.   The questions on the profile are designed to help us match students who are compatible in their interests and habits.  No assignment system can ever guarantee that all matches will be successful, this includes requesting your own roommate.  Realizing this fact, we use this profile in the hope of significantly reducing those conflict factors most commonly responsible for roommate disharmony.

The Roommate Compatibility Profile is used to make roommate assignments for those students who do not request a roommate (or who lose a roommate prior to arrival).  While we recommend that parents and students discuss the items on the profile, it is important that the student complete the form.  We base roommate assignments on these answers so honest responses help us make the best possible match.

Housing Preferences

Residence Life's housing initiatives are a response to the needs and changing profile of our students reflected by surveys, pilot studies and continuing consultation with the Residence Hall Advisory Board.

Single Gender - All-female or all-male floor are available on a limited basis. If you wish to live in single gender housing,you must submit a written request to the Residence Life Office. Otherwise, you will be assigned to coed.

• Coed Side by Side means that two females students may be assigned a room next door to a room housing two male students.
• Coed by Wing means that students on a particular wing are all female, but the opposite wing on the same floor is all male.
• 12 Month Housing -  This housing is ONLY available to students who submit  a written request stating WHY they need housing over semester & holiday breaks.

All Residence Halls are Non-Smoking.

Accommodations 

If you have participated in the Early Decision Program, you are guaranteed a double room ONLY IF you return the completed Residence Hall/Food Service Agreement to the Residence Life Office within 30 days of receiving it.

• Triple Accommodations 
In order to accommodate all the students who request or are required to live on campus, up to 60% of new students are tripled at the beginning of the semester. We have been tripling new students for 25 years and it has been our experience that this is a temporary accommodation and that most rooms are detripled by the end of the semester.  Each tripled room is furnished with a bunk bed and a loft system. 

Tripling is not done for profit.  At the time of assignments, we cannot predict the number of vacancies that will occur each semester.  By temporarily tripling students, there are students to fill the vacancies.  By tripling, we can guarantee double occupancy and some single accommodations for upper class students. Students assigned to a triple room will initially be billed at the double rate.  Triple credits only apply to those students assigned by Residence Life to live in a double room with two other residents on a temporary basis. Tripled students who, during the course of the semester, have one student leave the room, or decline the offer to detriple, will be credited for the triple rate up to the date of the move or the offer to detriple. The credit will be applied toward outstanding bills or the next semester's fees.

• Physical/Medical Considerations
If you have any health condition you believe requires special assignment consideration, please indicate this in the appropriate area on the agreement. Documentation from a physician/medical professional is required and should be submitted to the Student Health Center. Documentation must state (1) your specific condition, and (2) any special needs you have in relation to this condition.

Air Conditioning
Falls under Physical/Medical considerations (see above) and requires physician documentation.

All requests for an AC room must be received by June 30, 2006. No requests will be honored after JUNE 30th. There is an additional cost of $100 per semester, per student. Students who request and are approved for AC rooms will not be permitted to select their roommate, but will be placed with another student who has also been approved.

Interest Houses
Interest houses are all by invitation only. The following are the ones currently available:

• Health Sciences
 For students majoring in Allied Health/Biology, Adult Health, Communication Disorders and Nursing. The School of Health Sciences attempts to provide a living/learning environment conducive to students’ success in their programs of study. Students in these majors are contacted by the department.

• Frederick Douglass
If you are among the students selected for the Frederick Douglass Learning Community, you will be assigned to live in Luzerne Hall with another Frederick Douglass participant.  You and other Frederick Douglass students will share mutual respect, high standards for achievement, an active learning style, an appreciation for diversity, and involvement in campus activities.  You will register for and attend at least three classes with other students in the learning community.  Seeing familiar faces in your residence hall and classes will help you quickly establish friendships that will enhance your academic performance.

• Presidential Leadership and Honors houses are by invitation.

Residence Hall Agreement

FEES/HOUSING/DEPOSITS/REFUNDS

Students will not be permitted to cancel their residence hall agreement to move off campus or to commute after May 6. Upperclass students who wish to move off campus or commute must obtain the written permission of the Residence Life Office to be released from all housing obligations.

ROOM ASSIGNMENTS

The university will not discriminate in room or hall assignment or on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, affectional/sexual orientation, or physical disabilities.  Bloomsburg University further recognizes and appreciates the educational value of diversity at the university and does not consider differing backgrounds, races, or religions to be acceptable grounds for honoring room change requests.

Every effort is made to honor the student’s preference to the extent possible.  Failure to honor room preferences will not void this agreement.

Current residents must participate in the HOST Process to reserve a room for the 2006 - 2007 academic year.  Residents will be given the opportunity to select rooms for 2006 - 2007 by paying their deposit and following the procedure published and posted by the Residence Life Office.
New students must pay an admission deposit of $200 which includes reserving space in a residence hall. All freshmen are required to live on campus for their first two semesters, unless they are over 20 years of age or are commuting from the home of their parent(s) or legal guardian(s).

The university reserves the right to alter room assignments, to consolidate vacancies by requiring residents to move when necessary, to show the room and assign a new roommate.

When a vacancy occurs in a double room and administrative triples still exist, the student living in the double room will be required to accept a detripled student. Refusal to do so will result in a single room fee being imposed for the remainder of this agreement, or until such time as the student accepts a roommate. Further, the university reserves the right to reassign or remove any student who refuses to consolidate, or for judicial or administrative purposes.  In cases of roommate conflict that cannot be resolved through mediation, it may be necessary for both roommates to present their issues to a Roommate Resolution Team. It will not be the policy of the Residence Life Office to arbitrarily decide which roommate must move from a room in instances involving roommate life-style or personality.

The Residence Life Office reserves the right to adjust housing assignments for the purpose of conducting research, alleviating managerial problems, coping with unexpected fluctuations in the male/female ratio on campus or demand for housing. At the beginning of each semester it may be
necessary to have triple occupancy in some double rooms.

Unauthorized room changes are not permitted. Any student who changes a room assignment without receiving prior permission from their Residence Director, Area Coordinator or from the Office of Residence Life will be fined $50.00.

Air Conditioned Rooms- A limited number of rooms have been designated for students who request air conditioning for medical reasons. These rooms can only be requested for medical needs and must be supported by a doctor’s written rationale, which must be submitted to the Student Health Center for approval.

Air conditioned room requests must be approved by the Student Health Center prior to May 15, 2006 for current students. Requests may not be honored after May 15 except for NEW students who have until June 30 to be approved. There is an additional cost of $100 per semester, per student for this accommodation. Students who request and are approved for an air conditioned room will not be permitted to select their roommate, but will be placed with another student who has requested air conditioned accommodations.

CONSOLIDATION OF ROOMS

The university will attempt at all times to consolidate rooms with vacancies. If you do not sign up with another student, the university will assign someone to that vacancy or you will be reassigned to an existing vacancy at the university’s discretion prior to, or at the beginning of the semester.

Students who find themselves in a double room without a roommate throughout the semester have the following options:
1. To find a roommate of their choosing or to consolidate with a student in the same residence hall who is in a similar situation without a roommate, within 2 weeks.
2. To retain the room as a single by paying the established single room rate, if space permits.
Students may not request their room as a single upon assignment of a roommate.  All vacancies will be used
throughout the semester and may be assigned to a student without notice to the current resident. There is NO option to keep a double room as a single in the event other students are housed in triples or temporary housing.
NOTE: If a student declines the request to consolidate or to accept another roommate, the student will be charged the single room rate from the date of the refusal. The single room rate is 1.5 times the double room rate.

CARE AND USE OF RESIDENCE HALL ROOMS AND FACILITIES

University and residence hall regulations are listed in the Pilot and Residence Hall Handbook.  Violations of any of these regulations may lead to room reassignment, serious disciplinary action, termination of housing agreement, suspension and/or arrest.

Room Inspection/Searches: University officials reserve the right to enter a residence hall student room in the interests of the welfare of the individual or the institution for the performance of maintenance, or the enforcement of university regulations.  Except under extreme emergency circumstances, premises occupied by students and the personal possessions of students therein shall not be searched unless the appropriate authorizations from university officials has been obtained.

FIRE SAFETY

Since the potential danger posed to the residence community by fire is so severe, any resident identified as igniting any facility, furnishings, equipment, interfering with fire officials, interfering or tampering with a fire alarm system or safety equipment or placing false alarms will be subject to arrest, fines, and/or disciplinary action as well as termination of the Residence Hall Agreement.

TERMINATION

The university may terminate the Residence Hall/Food Service Agreement for violations of any of the provisions herein, for violations of university regulations, residence hall rules and regulations, health or for any other reason deemed sufficient by university officials.  Resident students whose agreements are terminated may be ordered to vacate their rooms within 48 hours of notification.

THE EXECUTION OF THIS AGREEMENT REQUIRES THAT BEFORE REGISTRATION, THE STUDENT MUST HAVE SATISFIED ALL OUTSTANDING OBLIGATIONS TO THE UNIVERSITY FROM PRIOR PERIODS OF ATTENDANCE INCLUDING BASIC
ADMISSIONS, HOUSING, AND FOOD SERVICE FEES.

All inquiries regarding residence hall/meal plans should be directed to:                  
Residence Life Office
                        Bloomsburg University
                        Bloomsburg, PA 17815
                        Telephone (570) 389-4089
                        Toll Free 1 - 800 - 287- 7543
                        FAX (570) 389-3608