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Talking about "safety"
Talking about "safety"
Visitors frequently ask questions about how safe NDSU's campus is. Some of them want first-hand accounts of campus safety, some might ask for specific statistics on safety, and some just need to be reassured that there are resources on campus.
The word “safety” can have a different meaning and context for every person. It can't be quantified by listing the number of police officers on campus. Instead, we like to think of safety holistically: considering physical, emotional, and social safety for each student on our campus. The various resources found below contribute to the overall well-being of each student. When talking about campus safety, make sure to include them in the conversation.
When talking about statistics, NDSU has a historically low crime rate and we publish a full safety report each year. However, we know that every student's experience is different and we hope to foster a safe environment for all students.
President's council for campus well-being (pccw)
President's council for campus well-being (pccw)
The President's Council for Campus Well-being (PCCW) is a multi-disciplinary group of NDSU faculty, staff, students, and community partners that address a range of social and environmental factors that strengthen the health and well being of our campus tomorrow. The PCCW supports the academic mission of the university by taking a holistic approach to increasing and sustaining all aspects of campus well-being. Teams are formed for each of the priority areas identified in the strategic plan. Current focus areas for each Team include:
Knowledge
Community
Policies
Environments
Personal Development
Safety
Physical Health
Mental Health
equal opportunity / title IX
equal opportunity / title IX
The Equal Opportunity and Title IX Compliance office is responsible for receiving and resolving discrimination/harassment/retaliation/ sexual misconduct reports and complaints, reviewing and developing NDSU policy related to equal opportunity, affirmative action, and non-discrimination, creating and providing training regarding equal opportunity and Title IX.
Equal Opportunity and Title IX definitions here: https://www.ndsu.edu/equity/about/title_ix/
trainings
trainings
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Equal Opportunity/ Title IX - a training about a federal law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs and activities that receive federal financial assistance. This training also covers Equal Opportunity which is defined as: employment or educational practices that seek to ensure non-discrimination on the basis of protected classes.
Safe Zone Ally Training - a program that educates about sexual orientation and gender identity. Additionally, a network of open and welcoming allies who support the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning community at NDSU.
Community of Respect Training - seminars that teach individual participants about cultural differences and encourage them to think critically about the impact of their cultural values in their relationships with others. There are four total modules to help achieve this goal.
We Take A Stand Workshop - a training that focuses on sexual violence, relationship violence, stalking, bystander intervention, and personal safety. Required training for all first-year and transfer students.
Green Dot - a program that focuses on bystander violence prevention and asks community members to use their choices, actions, words, or behaviors to help create a community that is free to Power Based Violence and safe for everyone.
eCHECKUP To Go - a brief self-assessment all first-year students are requested to complete. This tool helps to identify alcohol use patterns and personal/familial risk factors, harm reduction strategies, and resources available at NDSU.
ndsu care team
ndsu care team
The Care Team meets weekly and is designed to address concerning student behaviors and coordinate student care. Focused on student safety and support, the team consists of professionals from across campus. The Care Team includes representation from offices such as: Residence Life, Counseling Center, Student Health Service, University Police and Safety Office, Student Success Programs, TRIO, Disability Services, and Student Case Management, Dean of Students Office.
The Care Team also partners and consults with other campus offices and local agencies as appropriate. Some students may be appropriate for Case Management Services. Case Management is a method of providing services where a licensed social worker works with the student to assess their needs that may be presenting barriers to their success at NDSU. When appropriate, the case manager will work with the student to arrange, coordinate, monitor, evaluate, advocate, and connect students to services on and off campus.
residence hall safety
residence hall safety
How safe is living on campus?
Safety is a priority to Residence Life. All residence halls have 24-hours keycard secure entrances. Additionally, entrances have security cameras and university police coverage and access. Annually, safety inspections are done by the safety office as well as the fire inspector.
Who staffs the halls?
Each residence hall has its own director/professional staff and residents assistance to support leaning, facilitate community development, and are dedicated to student security, safety, and overall well-being.
What is the guest policy in the halls?
There is a 24-hour escort policy for all guests (regardless of gender). An overnight guest of the same gender is allowed, but only with approval of roommate(s).
What does residence life do to ensure safe living space for the LGBTQ+ community?
Residence Life is committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all students - including those in the LGTBQ+ community and their allies. As part of this commitment, the LGBTQ+ roommate matching was established.
university police & safety
university police & safety
The University Police are responsible for 24/7 law enforcement and public safety duties and responsibilities as well as initial emergency response authority under the NDSU Crisis Management Response Plan.
Functions:
Law enforcement duties with concurrent jurisdiction within the city of Fargo
Campus vehicle safety patrol
Building security checks
Criminal reports/investigations
Emergency response duties and decision/plan implementation to include incident management (NIMS) incident command structure
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