Right To Know Information

The Information provided on this page is part of Xavier University's commitment to safety and security on campus and is in compliance with the Federal Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990.

Personal Responsibility

The cooperation and involvement of students, faculty and staff in any campus safety program is absolutely necessary. All must assume responsibility for their own safety and security of their property by following simple, common sense precautions. For example, although the campus is well lighted, everyone should confine their movements to well-traveled areas. There is safety in numbers, and everyone should walk with a companion or a group at night. Valuables should be marked with a personal identification number in case of loss or theft Bicycles should be properly secured when not is use. Automobiles should be locked at all times. Valuables and purses should never be lying in view in a car, but locked in the car trunk for safekeeping.

The information on this page was taken from document C10383-0409/77003/3M, Campus Safety and Security Information, Printed May, 2009.
Campus Safety and Security Information
Xavier University
Cincinnati, OH
Safety and Security
This information is provided as part of Xavier University’s commitment to safety and security on campus and is in compliance with the Federal Crime Awareness and Campus Security act of 1990.

The Campus

Xavier University is a community of almost 8,000 persons working, living, and studying on campus. As in all communities, public safety, crime, and the loss of property are all daily problems.

The Department of Campus Police is responsible for the safety and security of the University Community. This task is one we cannot accomplish alone. We need the assistance and cooperation of every student, faculty, and staff member. As a member of the Xavier Community, you have a special relationship with the institution. We encourage you to join us in our efforts to provide a safe and secure academic environment for you.

Department of Campus Police

The Department of Campus Police is located in a house at 1648 Herald Ave. The staff of professional officers is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. To reach an officer, dial extension 1000 from any campus phone, or 745-1000 from off campus.

All emergencies or unusual activity should be reported immediately to the Department of Campus Police. It is important that the person reporting the emergency or unusual activity be able to supply as much of the following information as possible:

What is the nature of the emergency or unusual activity, e.g. fire, assault, auto accident, apparent heart attack, bomb threat, personnel accident, theft in progress, suspicious person or vehicle, physical plant emergency (e.g. power outage, natural gas leak, burst pipes, water damage, etc?)?

Are there personal injuries: How many people are hurt?
What is the exact location of the emergency or suspicious activity?
Estimate as to what type of emergency service is required, e.g. fire department, life squad, doctor, police, etc.
Name, telephone number and position (student, faculty, staff, etc.) of the person making the report.

After being notified of an emergency or suspicious condition on campus, the Department of Campus Police will dispatch the appropriate number of officers and emergency equipment to the scene. If Physical Plant personnel or community services (i.e. Police, Fire, EMS) are required they will be notified by Campus Police and dispatched to the scene.

Advocate Program

Xavier Advocate representatives are available 24 hours a day to provide confidential support, information and advocacy to survivors of harassment, sexual assault, relationship violence and/or stalking.  Call 513-872-9259 and ask for a Xavier Advocate

Criminal Investigations

All crimes, including sexual assaults, occurring on campus should be reported directly to the Department of Campus Police immediately. Campus Police will prepare an offense report on the incident and dispatch the appropriate number of officers to the scene. If the matter warrants or requires further police intervention, the Cincinnati and/or Norwood Police Departments will be notified and summoned to the scene to assist with the Campus Police investigation.

State Certified

Campus Police Officers are State Certified with police powers and authority as set forth under section 1713.50 of the Ohio Revised Codes. All officers have obtained 450 hours of specialized training through the Ohio Peace Officer’s Training Academy as mandated under section 109.78(D) of the Ohio Revised Codes.

Drug and Alcohol Prevention

The issue of drug and alcohol abuse concerns the entire university as well as our surrounding neighborhoods. The Federal Drug Free Schools and Communities act Amendments of 1989 require schools, colleges, and universities receiving federal financial assistance to implement and enforce drug and alcohol prevention programs for students and employees.

Xavier University prohibits the illegal use, possession, sale, manufacture, or distribution of drugs and alcohol by all students and employees on University premises or as part of any University activity. Any misuse of substances by University students and employees that presents physical or psychological hazard to individuals also is prohibited.

It is the responsibility of Xavier University to adopt and implement a drug prevention program for its students and employees. The University as an institution, and we as individuals, must eliminate the use of illicit drugs and alcohol that contribute to the unrecoverable loss of time, talent, and lives.

Crime Prevention

Through the Office of Crime Prevention, the Department of Safety / Campus Police officers provide educational programs to students and employees on personal safety, sexual assault/ acquaintance rape prevention, drug and alcohol abuse prevention, and related topics. The Department of Safety /Campus Police welcomes the chance to talk with any campus group. Candid dialogue between XU Campus Police and the public has created greater confidence in the community to report unlawful activities.

Potential illegal actions and on-campus emergencies can be confidentially reported by any student, faculty, or staff member. Complaints received by the Department of Safety/Campus Police which fall outside their jurisdiction will be referred to the appropriate agency, or the complainant will be provided a phone number where the complaint can be filed. Likewise, other agencies report complaints to Campus Police when appropriate.

If you require non emergency assistance, or would like to schedule an appointment for an educational program, call extension 2000. For emergencies dial extension 1000 from any campus phone.

Shuttle Service

Xavier University has a 24 passenger shuttle van service that operates on fixed routes on and near the campus.  The service is available Sunday-Thursday, 5:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m., and Friday-Saturday, 8:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.  To obtain further information about the service, including a map of the route and shuttle stops, please go to www.xavier.edu/student_life/shuttlestops.pdf.

Escort Service

During the hours of darkness, when the shuttle service is not in operation, the Campus Police offer an escort service anywhere on campus which provides you with the assurance of safe travel. This service is available seven (7) days a week. To reach the escort service, simply dial extension 1000 from any campus phone.

Courtesy Services

The Campus Police are also available to assist stranded motorists with dead batteries, empty fuel tanks, or ignition keys locked inside the car anywhere on campus. To reach an officer dial x1000 from any on campus phone of simply press the call button on one of the emergency telephones.

Emergency Telephones

For your convenience and safety, Emergency Yellow Phones have been strategically placed throughout campus. At the touch of a button, you will be in immediate contact with a trained dispatcher who will coordinate the appropriate emergency response or service to your location.

The Emergency Yellow Phone should also be used to report any unusual or suspicious activity, to report a crime or fire in progress, to report an injury or illness, to obtain a jump start or have keys removed from your locked vehicle, or to request a shuttle or escort.

On-Campus Housing

Access to the residence halls is restricted to residents and their guests. Guests may only stay as long they observe the procedures, policies, and regulations established by the residents, staff and the University. Residents will be held responsible for their guest’s behavior.

As an added security measure, Kuhlman, Brockman, Buenger and Husman Residence Halls are equipped with an intrusion/burglar alarm that is monitored 24 hours a day by the Department of Safety/Campus Police. Anyone observed violating or abusing the alarms will be subject to severe disciplinary action and may be subject to prosecution under
Ohio Statues.

Xavier University offers programs to the community such as Alcohol Awareness week, Drug Awareness week, Crime Prevention week and many other informative programs.

Campus Buildings

Most University academic facilities are open to the public from 7 am until the latest evening classes let out. Administrative buildings are generally locked at 9 pm. When the University is closed, all buildings are locked and may be opened only by authorized personnel.

Health and Safety

Members of the Ohio Department of Environmental and Occupational Health and Safety routinely inspect the campus for environmental and safety concerns. The department of Physical Plant maintains University buildings and grounds and regularly inspects facilities and promptly makes repairs to ensure safety and security.

The Department of Campus Police works with both units to respond to reports of potential safety and security hazards, such as broken windows and locks. XU Campus Police also work with Physical Plant personnel to help maintain adequate exterior lighting and safe landscaping practices.

Crime Statistics

The Department of Campus Police provides monthly statistics under the Uniformed Crime Reporting Program. The serial numbers of property stolen on campus are reported nationwide through the National Crime Information Center.

The Following Statistics are from the Department of Safety/Campus Police UCR reports for the past three calendar years.

The statistics under “OC-2007” are crimes reported to the Cincinnati/Norwood Police Department that occurred off campus.

Arrests and Citations
	2006	2007	2008
Liquor Law Arrest	1	0	0
Drug Abuse Arrests	0	2	2
Liquor Law Citations	810	606	671
Drug Abuse Citations	48	56	57
Weapons Possession	2	2	1

Campus Parking

All vehicles parked on University Property are required to have a current parking permit and are subject to the regulations stated in the “Xavier University Parking Regulations”, available at the Campus Police office. To purchase a parking permit, one should visit the Department of Safety / Campus Police table during registrations, or stop by the Department of Campus Police at Flynn Hall, located at 1648 Herald Ave.

Personal Responsibility

The cooperation and involvement of students, faculty and staff in any campus safety program is absolutely necessary. All must assume responsibility for their own safety and security of their property by following simple, common sense precautions. For example, although the campus is well lighted, everyone should confine their movements to well-traveled areas. There is safety in numbers, and everyone should walk with a companion or a group at night. Valuables should be marked with a personal identification number in case of loss or theft Bicycles should be properly secured when not is use. Automobiles should be locked at all times. Valuables and purses should never be lying in view in a car, but locked in the car trunk for safekeeping.

Emergency Telephone Numbers

Xavier Campus Police 745-1000
Crime Prevention Officer 745-2000

All emergencies, or suspicious activity on campus should be reported directly to the Department of Campus Police.

Do not dial 9-911 to report an emergency. Xavier University’s telephone network is not designed to interface with the county’s 911 emergency communications system and will only lengthen the response time of the emergency assistance on the Xavier Campus.