Campus Safety

Providing a safe campus for students

 

Dial 8-911

In case of emergency or to report a fire on campus

 

Escort Service - Lander University Police Department provides campus escort service for students, faculty and staff who need escort security while on campus.  The LUPD does not provide for OFF-Campus escort.

 

Emergency Phones - Emergency speaker telephones are located across campus. These phones are wired with emergency buttons that will automatically dial University Police. Please report any problems you may encounter with these phones to the University Police at 388-8222.

 

To report a crime – Contact Lander University Police Department (LUPD) at 388-8222 to report any crimes that occur on campus.   All members of the Lander University community share in the responsibility of preventing crime on campus. Everyone should report all crimes and suspicious activities, whether you are a victim or a witness.

 

Be prepared to provide the following information:

·          Your Name

·          Location of the Incident

·          Description of the Suspect(s)

·          Description of Vehicle(s) involved

·          Need for Medical Assistance

 

Sexual Assault - The prevention, investigation and prosecution of sexual assault is a high priority for the Lander University Police Department and the Student Affairs administration.

 

Lander University strongly encourages victims to report sexual assault.   Lander University will provide assistance and support to that victim, regardless of the victim’s decision to proceed with formal charges.

 

The following information is a useful guide for prevention, risk-reduction and resources available to all students, faculty and staff.   Click here for information on the

Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act

 

Fire Safety - Fire fighting services are provided 24 hours a day by the City of Greenwood Fire Department .

 

Fire inspections, fire drills and fire safety programs are conducted by Lander University Police Officers, Housing Officials and Administrative Officials.

 

Emergency Action Plan - Lander University has a formal Emergency Action Plan with established procedures that will aid officials in determining the best use of resources to manage disasters, minimize loss of life or injury and protect resources and facilities.

 

The President of Lander University or his designees will activate the plan, mobilizing key officials and reporting to the designated emergency operations center.

 

This plan includes procedures for communications with those immediately affected and with the general public.