STUDENT RIGHTS, RESPONSIBILITIES, SAFETY
Safety
Campus Security Campus Security is a public service-oriented security operation that is responsible for protecting College students, faculty, staff and property.
Reports All incidents, thefts, or other criminal offenses on College property should be reported to Campus Security. You can assist Campus Security by reporting: • Crime, no matter how insignificant it may seem; • Suspicious activity; • Suspicious persons on campus. • Ill or injured persons (you may call 911 for an ambulance and then notify Campus Security) Your report may prevent a crime.
Services • Provide first aid to injured persons, • Safety escorts to vehicles, when requested; • Escorts to and from classes, depending on circumstances, when requested by College administrators; • Addressing classes or groups regarding crime prevention and safety awareness. Campus Security is located in the Physical Facilities Offices on the East Campus and in the Coleman Center on the West Campus. Individuals are encouraged to contact security 24 hours a day, seven days a week, as necessary.
Telephone Numbers (361) 698-1199 - emergency (East and West Campuses, Del Mar College Center for Economic Development, Northwest Center) (361) 698-1946 - non-emergency (East and West Campuses, Del Mar College Center for Economic Development, Northwest Center)
Emergency and Assistance Call Boxes
Emergency and Assistance Call Boxes, mounted on light poles or in free-standing blue pedestals, may be used to request help during an emergency, to request personal escorts, or for any assistance or information needed. The call boxes are located on both the East and West Campuses, as well as the Del Mar College Center for Economic Development. When using a call box, be prepared to state your name, location and the nature of your emergency.
Crime Statistics The Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 requires educational institutions to keep and to report statistics of certain crimes occurring on campus which are reported to campus authorities during the most current year. These statistics are available in the Office of the Dean of Student Engagement and Retention in the Harvin Student Center on the East Campus, or in the Safety Office in the Maintenance Building on the East Campus. Information is also available on the Del Mar College Web site.
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