The College of Saint Elizabeth strives to deter and to respond to campus safety issues. However, no institution can guarantee a completely crime free campus environment. In an effort to provide a safe environment, all members of the College community are encouraged to cooperate with College security policies and procedures, and to incorporate practical, common sense safety measures into their daily activities. Campus safety doesn't just happen. It takes the commitment and cooperation of every member of our campus community. That is why every member of the College community needs to take an active role in making the campus as safe and secure as possible. Protecting your safety and well-being is of utmost importance to the College. Campus safety must begin with you!
Complete copies of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, which is completed annually, are available in the Offices of Admission, Financial Aid, the Registrar's Office, the Business Office, the Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students Office, and the School of Graduate and Continuing Studies. This document, which is distributed annually to freshmen at orientation, is also available online at www.cse.edu.
The College provides a comprehensive security program through its on-campus security force to deter crime and to respond to security concerns for the College community.
It is the responsibility of every member of the College community (Administrator, Faculty, Staff Employee and Student) to immediately report any incident that occurs on the campus that is disruptive, or that causes harm, loss or damage to a person or to personal or real property. The observer of any unacceptable or offensive behavior, criminal act, medical emergency, injury to persons, theft, auto accident, fire, vandalism, damage to buildings or equipment, should report the incident immediately.
Free professional, confidential counseling and medical services are available to campus crime victims through the Wellness Center located in Founders Hall. Pastoral counseling is available through the Office of the Chaplain or the Campus Ministry Office. Although clinical and pastoral counselors functioning within the scope of his/her duties are required to inform clients of crime reporting procedures, the decision to do so is strictly voluntary on the part of the client. Therefore, the inclusion of crime statistics reported to counselors or clergy is not required and my not be included in the campus crime statistics. If medical assistance is required, victims of crime are encouraged to seek aid from the Health Center in Founders Hall.
In cases where there is need for emergency assistance by Police, Fire, or Medical Personnel, dial 911 from a public phone, or go to the nearest campus phone and dial 555 to reach the Florham Park Police. Also notify Campus Security at x 4090. If the emergency is in the Residence Halls, notify a member of the Residence Life Staff.
In all cases, both emergency and non-emergency, an Incident Report should be completed within 24 hours and forwarded to the Vice President for Finance and Administration.
When a faculty member is involved, a copy should be forward to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. When a student is involved, a copy should be forwarded to the Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students. When a staff member is involved, a copy should be forwarded to his/her supervisor and to Human Resources if it is a work-related accident/injury. Copies of the Incident Report form are available in all offices listed above.
When an incident is reported, the College implements its response plan. In an emergency or a criminal action endangering some or all of the Campus community or its neighbors, the President will consult with appropriate major administrators and local authorities to establish a plan of action including the means of communicating with all persons affected or at risk. In other cases, the administrator within whose scope of responsibility the incident occurs is responsible for evaluating possible reoccurrence and future risk potential. Based on this assessment, she/he will recommend corrective policy and/or procedure to the President.
A written daily crime log is maintained that records by date all crimes reported on campus. The crime log for the most recent 60-day period is open to public inspection during normal business hours. Any portion of the log older than 60 days is available within two business days of a request for public inspection.
The College is not responsible for the loss, theft, or damage of personal property. Individuals are advised not to carry unnecessary amounts of cash or other valuables. Doors should be kept locked, valuables secured and out of sight, and automobile security devices in place whenever rooms or vehicles are unattended.
Security is involved with access to campus facilities. The entire campus is enclosed by a seven foot-high fence, which is a mixture of chain link and steel rod fencing. There are three gates: the north and south gates are for vehicles and pedestrians, and the Fairleigh Dickinson University (FDU) gate is for pedestrians only.
There is continuous 24-hour guard coverage at the South Gate throughout the academic year. The guard at the South Gate observes incoming traffic, responds to calls for assistance from the campus community, and directs visitors to campus destinations. Beginning at 8:00 pm, all vehicles are stopped and the drivers questioned as to their business on campus. A log is kept of last name, driver's license number, license plate number, event attending, building destination, and vehicle make. In rare instances, the Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students has banned people from campus. A list of these individuals is kept at the gate. Under no circumstances are banned individuals allowed on campus at any time. After 1:00 am, vehicles without a decal are not admitted unless a campus resident is being dropped off or picked up. If a visitor comes after 1:00 am to pick up a student, the guard at the South Gate will call the student to inform her she has a visitor. The driver is allowed on campus for 15 minutes only. The driver's car is logged in and his/her driver's license is kept at the guardhouse until he/she exits the campus. Visitors are not permitted to enter the residence halls after 1:00 am.
When Daylight Savings Time is in effect, there is a walking patrol available to escort students from 8:00 pm to 12:00 am, Sunday through Thursday. When daylight savings time ends, a walking patrol is in effect from 4:00 pm to 12:00 am, Sunday through Thursday. In both instances, after 12:00 am, the roving patrol will escort students. Although no walking patrol is in effect Friday and Saturday evenings during the academic year, escorts by the roving patrol are available to students when requested. The function of the walking patrol will be to escort students between buildings, and to and from the train station. The walking patrol will concentrate on security at O'Connor Hall, Founders Hall, Mahoney Library, Henderson Hall, Santa Maria, and Saint Joseph Hall. The walking patrol will also escort students from the Saint Joseph Hall parking lots to classes in Henderson Hall, or to their residence hall. Students will need to notify the South Gate guard as they arrive on campus. That guard will contact the walking patrol to meet the student in the parking lot, and walk him/her to their destination. Each of the walking patrols will wear an orange vest and carry a flashlight and mobile radio.
During times of National Orange Alert, access to campus is limited to the Madison Avenue/Route 124 gate and the services of additional security guards are engaged.
Emergency telephones are located in the residence halls to enable students to contact the Florham Park Police Department or Campus Security directly.
Residence hall doors are locked 24-hours per day. Access is by Security Card for residents. Only the receptionist on duty will allow non-residents access from 12:00 noon until 1:00 a.m. Visitation in the residence halls is not permitted after 1:00 a.m. when the receptionist is not on duty. Additional information regarding visitation in the residence halls can be found in the Residence Life section of this handbook.
Parking and Traffic Regulations
In order to provide access to parking on campus, it is essential for all users of the campus parking facilities to read and fully understand these regulations.
The College of Saint Elizabeth Security Guard Service is responsible for the administration and enforcement of these regulations and may impose traffic control restrictions as required.
Operation of a motor vehicle on campus is a privilege granted that may be withdrawn for failure to comply with the regulations stated herein.
Parking on campus is by permit only throughout the year, including break periods. A valid parking decal must be displayed at all times. Cars must be parked only in white, striped parking spaces.
Overnight visitor parking is not permitted without written prior approval from Residence Life Staff and a valid permit. Please contact the Security Officer on duty at the Guard House for a Visitor's Card, which is valid only until 8:00 a.m. the next morning.
Any vehicle on campus after 1:00 a.m. without a valid decal will be subject to immobilization at the owner's expense.
The College is not responsible for any damage or theft that may occur to vehicles or contents while parked on campus. Vehicle owners park at their own risk.
The campus speed limit is 15 miles per hour. The roads on campus are considered to be private roads and are maintained by the College for the convenience of faculty, staff, and students. Since both pedestrians and vehicular traffic use these roads, all vehicles must be operated at or below the posted speed limit.
Vehicles must be registered, and a valid parking decal must be displayed. These decals are valid from the fall semester through the following summer sessions. Any vehicle on campus without a valid decal will be subject to towing at the owner's expense. Decals may be obtained by completing a vehicle registration form at the Business Office. Owners of registered vehicles are responsible for appropriate placement of the parking decal. The parking fees are listed in the College Catalog located online at www.cse.edu.
Guidelines for student parking are as follows: All students may park in the upper and lower Saint Joseph Hall lots. Resident students may also park in the O'Connor lot. No student parking is permitted in the Santa Rita Hall lot or behind Henderson Hall and Santa Maria Hall.
Members of the campus community with temporary mobility impairment may apply for a temporary handicapped parking permit and should contact the Director of the Health Services, Founders Hall. Documentation from a health care professional is required. A College handicapped parking permit is required to park in designated handicapped parking spaces on campus only. Local municipalities patrol the campus on a regular basis. They will ticket and/or tow illegally parked cars and will issue tickets for speeding. Using emergency flashers does not allow drivers to illegally park their vehicles, particularly in handicapped spaces, fire lanes and at yellow curbs.
The following actions will be considered violations of parking regulations that will result in either towing, immobilization, or fines (tickets will be also be issued):
Parking in marked fire lanes or by fire hydrants. (Subject to immediate towing).
Abandoned vehicles.
Parking in areas designated For Authorized Personnel Only.
Parking in a handicapped space. (Any person parking in a handicapped parking space must display proper identification).
Invalid decal
A student who parks in spots designated for faculty and staff.
Speeding in excess of the campus speed limit of 15 MPH. Speeding is enforced by local municipal police at any time
Failing to register a vehicle. (Subject to immediate towing at owner's expense).
The original ticket must be presented when payment is made, which can be done either by mail to, or in person at the Business Office. Checks should be made payable to the College of Saint Elizabeth. Unpaid fines will be added to the student's account.
Security is authorized to tow or immobilize, at the owner's expense, any motor vehicle parked illegally in any posted tow away zone on campus; any abandoned vehicle; and any vehicle parked illegally in handicapped zones, fire lanes, loading docks, fire hydrants, and blocking traffics lanes. Municipal fire regulations require that fire lanes be kept clear to all buildings at all times. Towing is performed by an off-campus service station. It is the owner's responsibility for payment of any towing, storage and retrieval fees. Campus Security can supply information on towed vehicles.
In addition to the appropriate fine, vehicles will be immobilized in lieu of towing for the following violations: speeding, invalid decal, non-registration of a vehicle and parking in staff designated areas.
A parking citation issued by Campus Security may be appealed. Appeals must be submitted in writing, within ten days of the ticket issuance, to the Vice President of Finance and Administration, Santa Rita Hall.
The
College reserves the right to update, change, or alter the
material in this publication at any time. This publication
is not a contract. Changes will be made by written notice,
and will be available in the office of the Vice President
for Student Life and Dean of Students. It is the sole responsibility
of the student to read and understand all such notices.
(Revised, Fall 2003)
