Loyola University Maryland

Annual Security (Clery) Crime and Fire Safety Reports and Policies

Includes the Columbia and Timonium Graduate Centers and

The Loyola Clinical Centers

January – December 2014

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This is a copy of Loyola University’s Annual Security (Clery), Crime and Fire Safety Reports and Policies for the evergreen campus, the Graduate Centers at Columbia and Timonium and the Loyola Clinical Centers.  This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Loyola University;  and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.  The report also includes institutional policies and procedures concerning campus security, such as policies concerning sexual assault, Violence Against Women Act (VAWA), Title IX and fire safety policies.  This year we have incorporated numerous policy changes based on new law requirements and guidance received from the Federal government and the Department of Education.  Most of the changes are related to the implementation of the VAWA final regulations signed into law (Pub Law 113-4) on March 7, 2013 by President Obama.  Please take a few minutes and review these new policies to be aware of how the university responds to these statutory changes to the Clery Act.  You can obtain a copy of this report by contacting the Department of Public Safety 410-617-2448 or Environmental Health and Safety at 410-617-1121 or by accessing the following web site:

http://www.loyola.edu/department/publicsafety/reporting/annual-security-report

Some of the major VAWA changes included in this year’s report are:

·         Collecting and reporting incidents of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking.

·         Clarify circumstances in which reports can be removed from the ASR after a finding of being “unfounded”.

·         Revise the definitions of “rape” as defined by the Uniform Crime Reporting Summary Reporting System.

·         Revise the categories of bias to include gender identity and separate ethnicity and national origin.

·         Provide information about the institutions prevention awareness programs, define “consent” in reference to sexual activity provide positive options for bystander intervention and also include information on risk reduction.

·         Provide ongoing prevention and awareness campaigns.

·         Require prompt, fair and impartial disciplinary proceedings. 

·         Explanation of rights for the complainant when reporting VAWA related crimes.

·         Specify that compliance with VAWA provisions will not violate FERPA.

The crime and resident hall fire statistics for 2012, 2013, and 2014 can also be found at the end of this report.

1.  Overview of Loyola University Maryland Department of Public Safety (DPS)

Enforcement authority of DPS:

The Department of Public Safety is the agency charged with the protection and preservation of peace and good order on the property owned, leased or rented by Loyola University Maryland. DPS officers are commissioned as special police officers by the Maryland State Police and are vested under Article 41, Section 4-905 of the Annotated Code of Maryland with full law enforcement powers and jurisdiction on the property owned, leased, rented or otherwise under the control of Loyola University Maryland. DPS enjoys an excellent working relationship with the Baltimore police who patrol the areas surrounding the Evergreen Campus.

Campus- Agency

Enforcement Authority

Relationship w/State and local police

Jurisdiction

Arrest authority

Evergreen- Loyola DPS

Enforces Loyola University policy and local/state criminal laws

Maintains an excellent working relationship with Baltimore police and Maryland State police

Jurisdiction on all property owned, leased or rented by Loyola University

Full arrest powers on any Loyola owned, leased or rented property

Belvedere- Loyola DPS

Enforces Loyola University policy and local/state criminal laws

Maintains an excellent working relationship with Baltimore police and Maryland State police

Jurisdiction on all property owned, leased or rented by Loyola University

Full arrest powers on any Loyola owned, leased or rented property

Columbia- Loyola DPS

Enforces Loyola University policy and local/state criminal laws

Maintains an excellent working relationship with Howard County police and Maryland State police

Jurisdiction on all property owned, leased or rented by Loyola University

Full arrest powers on any Loyola owned, leased or rented property

Timonium- Loyola DPS

Enforces Loyola University policy and local/state criminal laws

Maintains an excellent working relationship with Baltimore County police and Maryland State police

Jurisdiction on all property owned, leased or rented by Loyola University

Full arrest powers on any Loyola owned, leased or rented property

In cooperation with Baltimore City, Baltimore County and Howard County police departments, DPS monitors and records all criminal activity occurring on or in the vicinity of Loyola’s campuses in the respective jurisdictions of the Baltimore Metropolitan Area.

Loyola University Maryland DPS currently does not have any memorandums of understanding regarding the investigation of criminal incidents with Baltimore City, Baltimore County or Howard County police departments.

In June 2006, DPS entered into an agreement with BPD to hire “off-duty” Baltimore Police Officers to provide additional coverage in areas frequented by students in or around campus. BPD officers retain all of their powers and responsibilities while in this capacity but are working directly for the leadership Loyola’s Department of Public Safety.

DPS have complete police authority to apprehend and arrest anyone involved in illegal activity or its campuses or in the immediate adjacent areas surrounding its campuses. If offenses violating Loyola University’s rules, regulations or Community Standards are committed by a student, DPS will refer the individual to the disciplinary judicial process conducted by Loyola’s Student Development department. In cooperation with local law enforcement agencies, any criminal activity engaged in by students at non- campus locations or by student organizations officially recognized by the institution, is monitored, recorded and provided to the institution. This information is provided to the Office of Student Development to administer any judicial processes or follow-up as required.

The Director of Public Safety reports directly to the Vice president for Administration who in turn reports to the Excusive Vice President of the University. The Director is responsible for the achievement of DPS’s mission and is dedicated to the implementation of benchmark standards for campus law enforcement as established by the International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) in which the Department holds membership.

If a Loyola student is involved in a non-campus offense, DPS officers may assist with the investigation in cooperation with the Northern District of the Baltimore City Police Department (BPD). BPD routinely works and communicates with DPS officers on any serious incident occurring on campus or in the immediate neighborhoods or business areas surrounding campus.

Loyola University does not have any non-campus student organizations affiliated with the University but currently leases non- campus housing in the Guilford apartments. Loyola also leases non-campus residences at Katholieke Universiteit (K.Y. Leuven) in Belgium. Leuven police have the primary jurisdiction in this area. However, many students live in the neighborhoods surrounding Loyola. While BPD has primary jurisdiction in these areas, DPS can and does respond in an administrative capacity to student related incidents which occur in close proximity to campus.

2.  Campus Geography Overview

            a. Loyola University Maryland

            Evergreen (Main) Campus

            4501 North Charles Street

            Baltimore, MD 21210-2699

Loyola University Maryland has been an integral part of higher education in Baltimore since 1852.  The primary campus has been located in the northern portion of Baltimore City, and is situated on a well-lit campus surrounded by residential and light commercial properties.  The campus has expanded several times, and now encompasses approximately sixty-five acres of land and more than forty buildings, ranging from small one-story cottages to two nine-story residential towers.  In 2009, the Ridley Athletic Complex was opened at 2221 West Cold Spring Lane providing another 80 acres of land and a 6000 seat capacity stadium.  

Public streets associated with Evergreen campus are; Cold Spring Lane: 100 West to 200 East Charles Street: 4500 North to 4900 North, Millbrook Road: 4600 block, Wyndhurst Avenue: 100 block, Winston Avenue: 200 to 300 block, Rossiter Avenue: 300 block, Radnor Avenue: 300 block, Notre Dame Lane: 300-400 block, Crowson Avenue: 5200 block, Underwood Road 4400 block, Kerneway: 4600 block, and East Old Cold Spring Lane: 200 block.

            b. Loyola University Graduate Center

            Columbia Campus

8890 McGaw Road

Columbia, MD 21045-4743

The Columbia campus provides administrative and classroom space for graduate programs in Graduate Business Programs, Montessori, Pastoral Counseling, and Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology.  Loyola occupies thirty-three thousand square feet of this fifty-two thousand square foot facility.   Police services are provided by the Howard County Police Department who are the first responders to 911 police emergency calls.  Graduate students provide onsite security during key instructional periods on the campus and Public Safety dispatchers monitor the electronic door card-access and closed circuit television (CCTV) in the Public Safety Communications Center at the Baltimore Evergreen Campus.  In cooperation with the Howard County Police Department, Loyola’s Department of Public Safety conducts follow-up investigations of reported incidents. 

Public streets associated with Columbia campus is; McGaw Road: 8800 block and Dobbin Road: 6600 block. 

c. Loyola University Graduate Center

Timonium Campus

2034 Greenspring Drive

Timonium, Maryland 21093

The Graduate Center at Timonium is a 65,000 square foot academic center that provides administrative offices and classroom space for the programs in Graduate Business Programs, Education, and Computer Science.  Security at the Center is staffed by members of the Department of Public Safety who have responsibility for on-site monitoring of the electronic door card-access system and the closed circuit television.  A Campus Police officer has been added to the daily security mission at Timonium.  This officer is the first responder to all incidents that occur at that campus.  Monitored Access and CCTV control systems are conducted at the Campus Police Communications Center.  The Baltimore County Police Department responds to 911 emergency calls.  The county police and the University’s Department of Public Safety work in partnership to implement crime prevention strategies. .  In cooperation with the Baltimore County Police Department, Loyola’s Department of Public Safety conducts follow-up investigations of reported incidents. 

Public streets associated with Timonium campus is Greenspring Drive: 2000 block.

d. Loyola University Clinical Centers

Belvedere Square

5911 York Road, Suite 100

Baltimore MD  21212

The Loyola University Clinical Center at Belvedere Square, located near York Road and Northern Parkway, offers individuals living in the Baltimore metropolitan area a broad range of services addressing educational, language, and psychological issues.  Individuals requiring these broad range services will find a comprehensive, affordable and professional environment for their evaluation and treatment. Public Safety Dispatchers monitor the electronic door card-access and closed circuit television (CCTV) in the Public Safety Communications Center at the Baltimore Evergreen Campus.

Public streets associated with Belvedere campus is York Road: 5900 block and Belvedere Avenue: 500 block.

3. Reporting Procedures

Community members, students, faculty, staff, administrators and University guests should report all crimes, emergencies and public safety related incidents to Loyola’s DPS in a timely manner. Incidents, suspicious circumstances or any other police-related information can be reported to a DPS officer on patrol or by calling 410-617-5911 or 5010.

It is the policy of the Department of Public Safety to respond to all requests for police services, to write an incident report and to conduct follow-up investigations when necessary. The department’s investigators conduct or coordinate any incidents needing internal or external investigations by local police.  All incident reports written by DPS are forwarded to the Office of Student Development for adjudication and to provide any follow-up as may be needed.

Timely crime reporting can be crucial to the prevention or detection of criminal activity, the Loyola community is encouraged to report offenses promptly and accurately to DPS and/or local police, when the victim of a crime elects to or is unable to make such a report.  Crimes should be reported to Loyola’s DPS for the purpose of making timely warnings, mass notifications and for the collection of statistical data concerning criminal offenses to be included in this annual report, therefore reports submitted to DPS will be assessed for these purposes.

DPS issues periodic Incident Alert bulletins of suspicious or criminal activity occurring on or around the campus with suggestions of ways to avoid the occurrence of similar incidents. Alerts are distributed can be distributed to the Loyola community via text messaging and the University’s email system and are posted to DPS’s webpage. All members of the Loyola community are urged to read these notices carefully, and to be guided by the information presented. Anyone with information warranting a timely warning or mass notification should report the circumstances to the Department of Public Safety.

 If you are victim of a crime and do not want to pursue action within the University system or the criminal justice system, you may want to consider making a confidential report. A DPS officer can file a report on the details of the incident without revealing the victim’s identity. The purpose of a confidential report s is to maintain confidentially, while taking steps to ensure the future safety of yourself and others. With such information, the University can keep and accurate record of the number of incidents involving students, employees and visitors; determine where there is a pattern of crime with regard to a particular location, method, or assailant; and alert the campus community to potential dangers. Reports filed in this manner are counted and disclosed in the annual crime statistics for the institution, and when they involve allegations of sexual harassment (including sexual violence) are made available to the University’s Title IX Coordinator. You can call Loyola University DPS and ask that information remain confidential.

Confidential Reporting

If you have been the victim of sexual misconduct but do not want to report it for investigation, you may seek out a counselor or psychologist in the Counseling Center. Reports made to a licensed counselor or health care provider are confidential and will not be reported for investigation without your permission unless an imminent threat exists. However, University pastoral and professional counselors are encouraged to inform students seeking counseling who report being a victim of a crime to voluntarily report the incident  to DPS, Local Police or Loyola’s Title IX coordinator, either confidentially or anonymously for inclusion in Loyola’s annual disclosure of crime statistics. 

Confidential resources are available for support and advice on campus.  Students may access the Student Wellness and Promotions Office at 410-617-2928, health services providers in the Student Health Center at 410-617- 5055, clergy offering pastoral care at 410-617-5881, and the Sexual Violence Coordinator in the Women’s Center at 410-617-5844. These resources are not required to report the incident and will keep the information confidential. Employees can call the Employee Assistance Program 24/7 at 1-800-765-0770.  Additional resources for counseling and assistance, both on and off campus, are listed in this document.

 

Anonymous Reporting

If you are the victim of a crime and do not want to pursue action within the University’s judicial System or the criminal justice system, you may want to consider making an anonymous report. Reports filed in this manner are counted and disclosed in Loyola’s annual security and fire safety report. As noted, confidential and anonymous reports are extremely valuable in order to prevent further victimization and to obtain a more accurate portrait of campus crime. In certain instances, a victim of crime may be reluctant to file a report fearing the process and/or loss of anonymity. In such circumstances, such crime victims are encouraged to consider making an anonymous report. Anonymous reports can be filed by using DPS’s “silent witness” anonymous reporting system, which is utilized for investigative and statistical purposes. “Silent witness is available 24/7 on the DPS website at: http://www.loyola.edu/department/publicsafety/silent-witness-form another anonymous reporting option for all Loyola community members is Ethics Point. Loyola community members are encouraged to report any behavior which is in violation of law or University policy. Ethics Point is available 24/7 and can be accessed through The Human Resources website: https://secure.ethicspoint.com/domain/media/en/gui/18799/index.html

 

4. Campus Security Authorities (CSA):

“Campus security authority” is a Clery-specific term that encompasses four groups of individuals and organizations associated with an institution.

a. A campus police department or a campus security department of an institution. If your institution has a campus police or security department, those individuals are campus security authorities.

1. All members of the Department of Public Safety

2. Graduate Security assistants (working satellite graduate campuses)

b. Any individual or individuals who have responsibility for campus security but who do not constitute a campus police department or a campus security department (e.g., an individual who is responsible for monitoring the entrance into institutional property). Including individuals who provide security at a campus parking kiosk, monitor access into a campus facility, act as event security, or escort students around campus after dark.

1. All Loyola student desk attendants

2. All Transportation and Parking staff and students who work Jenkins parking                 kiosk

3. All CSC staff hired to do parking for special events

4. All S.A.F.E. staff employed to work sporting events

5. All Absolute Security staff working in Loyola owned/rented/leased            buildings

6. All Loyola students working with the DPS student escort program

c. Any individual or organization specified in an institution’s statement of campus security policy as an individual or organization to which students and employees should report criminal offenses. As mentioned in Chapter 1, your institution must publish a number of safety- and security-related policy statements. (These are discussed in Chapters 7 and 8.) If you direct the campus community to report criminal incidents to anyone or any organization in addition to police or security-related personnel, that individual or organization is a campus security authority.

1. Any Loyola University Administrator

2. All members of Human Resources

3. All members of the Office of Student Life

d. An official of an institution who has significant responsibility for student and campus activities, including, but not limited to, student housing, student discipline and campus judicial proceedings. An official is defined as any person who has the authority and the duty to take action or respond to particular issues on behalf of the institution. If someone has significant responsibility for student and campus activities, he or she is a campus security authority. Note that whether or not your institution pays an individual is not a factor in determining whether that individual can be a CSA.

 

1. Loyola Club Moderators

2. All members of Student Development

Although Loyola University encourages the reporting of all campus criminal activity directly to DPS, in some instances members of the Loyola community may choose to file a report with a Campus Security Authority (CSA).  A CSA is an official of the institution who has significant responsibility for student and campus activities, including but not limited to, student housing, student discipline, and campus judicial proceedings. An official is defined as any person who has the authority and the duty to take action or respond to particular issues on behalf of the institution.  These authorities are obligated to provide any reports of crime to DPS.

Loyola professional and pastoral counselors are encouraged to tell their clients about voluntary, confidential and anonymous crime reporting procedures available to members of the Loyola community, for inclusion in the annual crime statistics disclosure. Confidential and anonymous reports are extremely valuable in order to prevent further victimization, access for threat to the entire campus community, and to obtain a more accurate portrait of campus crime. In certain circumstances, crime victims may be reluctant to file a report with DPS, fearing the process and/or loss of anonymity and are encouraged to consider filing an anonymous or confidential report.

All Loyola CSA’s are bi-annually notified of their CSA designation and provided in-person and online training on required reporting procedures on an annual basis. Additionally, CSA’s are contacted at the end of each academic semester and required to provide a statement confirming instances of criminal reports which may have been made to them.

 

5. Timely Warning Procedures

 

Loyola University will issue a Timely Warning Notice if deemed necessary due to an ongoing or serious threat posed against the Loyola community.  Timely Warning Notices are typically issued for the following Uniformed Crime Reporting Program (UCR)/National Incident Based Reporting System (NIBRS) crime classifications: major incidents of arson, aggravated assault, and criminal homicide, robbery, and rape. Cases of aggravated assault and rape will be considered on a case by case basis depending on when and where the incident occurred, when it was reported, and the amount of information known by the Department of Public Safety. For example, if an assault occurs between two students who have a disagreement, there may be no on-going threat to other Loyola community members and a Timely Warning Notice would not be distributed. In cases involving rape, they are often reported long after the incident occurred, thus there is no ability to distribute a “timely” warning notice to the community.

Cases involving property crimes will be assessed on a case by case basis and Timely Warning Notices will typically be sent if there is a discernible pattern of crime. Loyola’s Director of Public Safety or designee reviews all reports to determine if there is an on-going threat to the community and if the distribution of a Timely Warning Notice is warranted. Timely Warning Notices may also be posted for other crime classifications and locations, as deemed necessary.

Timely Warning Notices are typically written and reviewed by the Director of Public Safety, the Vice President of Administration, the Vice President of Student Development or their designee. The Director of Public Safety, Assistant Director of Support Operations and Access Control Systems, Assistant Director of Public Safety usually distributes the Timely Warning Notices, through the University’s E-2 Campus emergency text messaging system and blast email to the Loyola community.  Additionally, the University’s Alertus system sends emergency messaging to all University desktop computers and digital signage, which has been placed around campus to notify the community of serious or ongoing threats. Additional follow-up information relating to Timely Warnings will be disseminated to the community as needed.  Timely Warning Notices shall be provided to students and employees in a manner that is timely, that withholds the names of victims as confidential, and that will aid in the prevention of similar occurrences. The Assistant Director of Support Operations and Access Control is the authorized backup for creating and sending messages.

Loyola Emergency Notification System (LENS)

System to use

PRIMARY

Primary Message Creator

Authority for approving & sending messages

Primary Message Sender

E2-Campus Emergency Text Messaging System

DDPS, VPA, DEHS

DDPS, VPA, VPSD

DDPS, ADSOAC

Siren/Public Address System

ADSOAC

DDPS, VPA

ADSOAC

PM Evergreen (Blast email)

DDPS, VPA

DDPS, VPA, VPSD

DDPS

Incident Alert

DDPS, VPA,

DDPS, VPA, VPSD

DDPS

Alertus Emergency Desktop Alert System

DDPS, VPA,

DDPS, VPA, VPSD

DDPS

SECONDARY

Face to Face Communication

DDPS, VPA

DDPS, VPA, VPSD

DDPS

DDPS: Director of Public Safety                     
VPSD: Vice President of Student Development
VPA: Vice President of Administration
ADSOAC: Assistant Director of Support Operations and Access Control

 

6. Emergency Evacuation Procedures and Policies

Emergency Response

Loyola University DPS will take all steps necessary to isolate and mitigate any emergency or dangerous situation that may affect the campus community. All emergencies normally get reported through the DPS Support Operations Center by calling 410-617-5911 or 5010; Support Operations will in turn dispatch an officer to the situation.  DPS officers as well as members of Student Life will make early assessments to determine the size and scope of the emergency. If the emergency is confirmed to be present and an immediate threat to the Loyola community, the Director of Public Safety, Assistant Director of Support Operations and Access Control or Assistant Director of Public Safety will be notified and a mass notification will be sent to the community.

Some types of immediate threats:

1.      Natural disasters that will directly and adversely affect the community.

2.      Active shooter or hostile armed intruder/robber in or around campus.

3.      Bomb threat or explosion.

4.      Civil disturbance which could affect the Loyola community.

5.      Terrorist attack.

6.      Chemical, biological or norovirus incident or attack.

7.      Gas leak, water main break or a power loss which could have serious effect on campus or Loyola’s surrounding communities.

8.      Fire event.

Emergency evacuation

Loyola University draws upon a nationally recognized standard of the Incident Command System (ICS) developed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). This system is widely used at the federal, state, local levels and at University level.  This system lends consistency, efficiency, and effectiveness to the manner in which the University shall respond to an immediate emergency and/or a situation which may require the evacuation of all or part of Loyola’s campuses. Specific procedures are in place to respond to an immediate emergency or dangerous situation involving the health and safety of the Loyola community to include evacuation.  When buildings are ordered to be evacuated it is University policy that all faculty, staff and students exit the building to the pre-designated rally points at the direction of DPS or Student Life members.  These procedures are delineated in Loyola University Maryland’s general and fire evacuation plan which can be found on Loyola’s emergency preparedness webpage.  Moreover, these guides and information are distributed to all faculty, administrators, and staff on campus annually.

Students, faculty, administrators and staff may be directed to assembly areas after evacuating a building. If a building evacuation is necessary the following procedures should be followed.  General evacuation procedures include the following directions for occupants of any University building.  If a building evacuation is necessary, DPS will respond to all emergency situations.  They will notify appropriate first responders as needed.  Occupants of all floors will immediately evacuate the building when requested to do so.  In the event of an emergency evacuation follow all the instructions below:

1. Remain calm and go to the nearest stairwell, walk on the right side. Walk, do not run. Exit out of the building. Go to the building’s designated Rally Point.  (Note: Elevators will not be in service during a fire alarm condition.)

2. Assist in the evacuation of the building.  Give any disabled occupant information to DPS or the responding agency upon exiting.

3. Close all doors when leaving rooms.

a. Do not re-enter the building until the all clear has been announced, this occurs after the responding agency gives their all clear and DPS has completed a safety survey.

b. Residence Halls:  DPS and the Student Life Staff will assist in the complete evacuation of the building and control the occupants in the residence hall’s designated rally point until the emergency has been abated (see specific building evacuation procedures).

c. Academic Buildings:  DPS will assist in the complete evacuation of the building and control the occupants in the building’s designated rally point until the emergency has been abated (see specific building evacuation procedures).

d. In cases where there may be a prolonged evacuation, students, faculty, administrators and staff may be directed to  supplementary assembly areas (Fitness and Aquatic Center or Reitz Arena) after evacuating to the building’s designated rally point.  Alternate housing locations will be assigned to the students at these assembly areas.

e. In instances in which a campus wide evacuation is required the following procedure will be followed. Faculty, administrators, and staff members will be sent home.  Off campus, commuter and students with transportation will be sent home.  Students without transportation will be transported and staged at the Ridley Athletic Center until arrangements can be made for students to be picked up by family members.

Emergency Mass Notification / Loyola Emergency Notification System

Loyola University uses the systems described in the Timely Warning section matrix to immediately notify the campus community that a dangerous situation or emergency exists involving and immediate threat to the health or safety of students or staff on campus and when immediate action is required by the recipient. 

If the Department of Public Safety confirms (with the assistance of key campus administrators, local first responders or the National Weather Service) that there is an emergency or dangerous situation that poses an immediate threat to the health or safety of some or all members of the Loyola community, the Director of Public Safety will collaborate with the Vice President of Administration and the Associate Director of Media Relations and Social Media, the Director of Environmental Health and Safety or their designee  to determine the content of the message and will use some or all of the systems described below to communicate the threat to the Loyola community or to the appropriate segment of the community, if the threat is limited to a particular campus, building or segment of the population.

The University uses e2campus as our mass notification system to disseminate notice of immediate threats to the Loyola community. Students, staff, administrators and faculty can easily register or opt into this mass notification system by visiting the Public Safety web site at http://www.loyola.edu/department/publicsafety/services/loyola-emergency-notification/e2campus.  The mass notification system will send a text message to a cellular phone alerting the registered individual of the immediate threat.  The size of the message that can be sent to the cellular phone is limited so additional messages will continue to be passed as the situation develops.  Additionally information / incident alerts will also be disseminated through the Loyola intranet network and email systems. Augmenting our electronic mass notification system is Loyola’s external public address system which delivers critical information externally when appropriate. This system helps reach community members who may be out on the campus traveling from one place to the other.

These notification systems will be activated without delay when the situation becomes known and there is a confirmation of an immediate threat to the campus. There could be situations when notification might compromise the efforts of those responding to the event which may dictate holding the message until an appropriate time later. Loyola University will, without delay, and taking into account the safety of the community, determine the content of the notification and initiate the notification system, unless issuing a notification will, in the professional judgment of responsible authorities, compromise efforts to assist a victim or to contain, respond to, or otherwise mitigate the emergency.

After the initial immediate threat alerts have been disseminated additional information will be updated as the situation develops.  We anticipate a series of alert messages will be used as the situation evolves and as additional information becomes available.  A chronology of events and procedures will generally follow this sequence:

1. Event or incident.

2. First responders (Campus Police) dispatched.

3. Expansion of the situation and security needs (local perimeters if needed).

4. Calls for additional support BPD / BFD.

5. Assistant Directors or Director notified.

6. Analysis of the critical information if serious and continuing threat remains send the warning(s).

7. Begin e2campus or PM Evergreen notification if there is a serious or continuing threat.

8. Use Public Address systems (if appropriate).

9. Establish command post (if appropriate).

10. React, coordinate, implement, and mitigate the effect.

11. Continue operations and disseminate additional messages as needed.

 The key positions at the University who interact throughout this process are:

1. Shift Commanders, Sergeants and the Officers in Charge.

2. Assistant Directors of Public Safety.

3. Director of Public Safety.

4. Vice President of Administration.

5. Executive Vice President

6. Vice President of Student Development.

7. Associate Director Media Relations and Social Media

7. Any designated representative by the Vice Presidents

The mass notification systems that we use; e2campus, outdoor public address system, and incident alert, are messages that can be stratified by population and or location.  Undergraduate students, faculty, staff and administrators, and alumni can be reached by using the proper group addresses.  The dissemination of emergency information to the larger community is a collaborative effort between the Vice President of Administration, Director of Public Safety and the Associate Director Media Relations and Social Media. 

Discussions then take place about the impact of a message release and what information needs to be released. Follow up information pertaining to a significant emergency or dangerous situation on campus will be sent using some or all of the systems listed below.

The primary responsibility for initiating the Mass Notification System belongs to the Director of Public Safety in collaboration with the Vice President of Administration, the Director of Environmental Safety and the Associate Director Media Relations and Social Media.

The University tests its mass notification systems every first Monday of the month.  This 1:00 pm test, exercises our e2campus, public address and email systems.  Each standalone system is tested and evaluated to see if they will be able to perform their intended functions when needed.  Our “Blue Light” distress stations in and around campus are tested each semester.  DPS personnel are provided a designated number of duress stations to test; they record the results and submit work orders for those units that do not function properly.  These tests are designed to assess and evaluate the emergency response plans and capabilities of the institution.  These tests may be announced or unannounced.  The Department of Public Safety Officers have received training in Incident Command and Rapid Response.  General information about the emergency response and evacuation procedures is publicized each year as part of the University’s Clery Act compliance efforts and is available on the Loyola University Department of Public Safety website:

http://www.loyola.edu/department/publicsafety/reporting/annual-security-report

7. Local Police Departments

If a Loyola student is involved in a criminal incident, DPS officers may assist with the investigation in cooperation with the Local Police Departments. BPD routinely works and communicates with DPS departmental personnel on any serious incident(s) occurring on campus or in the immediate neighborhoods or business areas surrounding the Evergreen and Belvedere campuses. Loyola University does not currently recognize any non - campus student organizations. However, many students live in the neighborhoods surrounding Loyola. While BPD has primary jurisdiction in these areas, DPS can and does respond in an administrative capacity to student related incidents which occur in close proximity to campus. Baltimore City PD responds to any 911 emergency calls for service.

If a Loyola graduate student is involved in a criminal incident, DPS officers may assist with the investigation in cooperation with the Local Police Departments. Howard County PD routinely works and communicates with DPS departmental personnel on any serious incident(s) occurring on campus or in the immediate neighborhoods or business areas surrounding the Columbia campus. Howard County PD responds to any 911 emergency calls for service.

If a Loyola graduate student is involved in a criminal incident, DPS officers may assist with the investigation in cooperation with the Local Police Departments. Baltimore County PD routinely works and communicates with DPS departmental personnel on any serious incident(s) occurring on campus or in the immediate neighborhoods or business areas surrounding the Timonium campus. Baltimore County PD responds to any 911 emergency calls for service.

If a Loyola student studying abroad at Katholieke Universiteit in Leuven Belgium is involved in a criminal incident, Leuven police are the jurisdictional police authority and answer emergency calls made to 112. Loyola in Leuven is a single semester or full year program. The resident faculty director for the program provides administrative support, guidance and public safety advice to students participating in this program.

8.  Access and Maintenance of Campus Facilities

Access to Campus Facilities

During normal business hours the administrative and academic facilities at Loyola are open and accessible to students, staff, faculty and visitors of the University. After normal business hours and during breaks, these facilities are locked and only accessible to authorized individuals.  DPS personnel conduct routine security and safety patrols of the academic and administrative buildings to monitor conditions and report any unusual circumstances.

The Evergreen campus located in Northern Baltimore City is open to visitors during normal business hours. Individual office suites and offices spaces within Beatty, Cohn, Donnelly, Jenkins, Knott, Maryland, Sellinger, Xavier Halls, the Alumni Chapel and the Andrew White College Center are accessed by Evergreen cards or conventional keys. Staff members are encouraged to secure their office spaces and personal belongings within their respected work areas.

The Evergreen campus offers traditional residence halls, high-rise residence complexes, and suite/apartment type complexes which provide on-campus housing for approximately 4000 students. Access to residence halls is restricted to residents, their approved guest, and other authorized staff members of the Loyola community. Security safeguards within residence halls include electronically restricted access, guest registration, closed circuit camera coverage, residence hall lobby desk attendants, individually keyed residences with dead bolt internal locks, and external door prop alarm systems. Selected rooms in the residence halls are equipped with panic buttons that report directly to Public Safety. Emergencies occurring on campus can be reported to DPS by calling 410-617-5911 or 410-617-5010 (non-emergency.)

Each resident’s Evergreen card allows entrance into approved residence halls. Additionally, students are provided with individual residence hall room keys which provide an added layer of security. Evergreen cards and individual room keys may not be loaned to friends or roommates and are expected to be kept in their possession at all times. Guests of residents must be accompanied at all times by the resident they are visiting and residents are responsible for their guest behavior while on campus. Residents are cautioned against permitting strangers to enter buildings and are encouraged to contact DPS immediately regarding suspicious or unauthorized individuals in residence halls.

DPS officers patrol residence halls on a regular basis and work with Student Life employees to enforce security measures. Entry is monitored on a 24 hour basis through a combination of access control systems, closed circuit television at most entrances and on-duty Student Life Staff members working at entrance hall lobby desk. Student room doors should be locked at all times even when occupied. Residents are reminded to observe all building security procedures and to notify either Student Life staff or DPS when unfamiliar individuals or unusual occurrences transpire within residence halls or apartments. Professional residence hall directors, graduate resident coordinators and student resident advisors, who are members of Loyola’s Student Life Office, live on campus within residence halls and provide 24 hour staff coverage.

To enhance safety on the Evergreen Campus, each officer is assigned a particular patrol designed to maximize visibility. Campus security is enhanced by intrusion and panic alarms, and closed circuit security cameras. Access control systems are used to regulate access into residence halls, academic and administrative buildings on campus.

Over 90 emergency blue light phones are strategically placed throughout campus, providing a direct line to our Public Safety personnel who will dispatch a Campus Police Officer. All residence hall laundry rooms are equipped with emergency call phones that only require the caller to push the red button on the yellow phones to contact Public Safety.

The Loyola Notre Dame Library is open to visitors during normal business hours but proper ID must be shown to gain access. The Library’s hours vary during the year and it is best to check the Library’s schedule to determine the operating hours. Loyola’s Fitness and Aquatic Center is open to members during operating business hours and proper ID must be shown to gain entrance. These buildings are secured after normal business hours and are routinely patrolled by members of DPS and in some instances can be accessed by authorized visitors after hours via Evergreen cards.

The Belvedere Clinical Center Campus is also located in Northern Baltimore and is only accessible to students, staff and clients. The building can only be accessed with an Evergreen card. Clients are required to be buzzed into the building by the clinic receptionist via the ground floor entrance. Office suites and student work/study areas within the building are secured by electronic room access and conventional keys. The Belvedere Clinical Center hours vary and it is best to contact the Center (410-617-1200) for hours prior to visiting. The building is secured after normal business hours and is routinely patrolled by members of DPS, in some instances the Belvedere Center can be accessed by authorized visitors after hours via Evergreen card. The Belvedere Clinical Center is equipped with CCTV surveillance which is monitored by our Public Safety Communications Center.

The Columbia Graduate Center located in Howard County is open to visitors during normal business hours. After hour access is provided to approved students and staff via Evergreen cards. Office suites, individual offices and student work/study areas within the building are secured by electronic access and conventional keys. Staff members are encouraged to secure their office spaces and personal belongings within their respected work areas. The Columbia Graduate Center is staffed by a public safety desk in the entrance lobby. The building is secured after normal business hours and is routinely patrolled by members of DPS. The Columbia Graduate Center can be accessed by authorized students and staff members after hours via Evergreen cards. The Columbia Graduate Center is equipped with security technology including CCTV surveillance, and electronic access.

The Timonium Graduate Center, located in Baltimore County is open to visitors during normal business hours. After hour access is provided to approved students and staff via Evergreen cards. Office suites, individual offices and student work/study areas within the building are secured by electronic access and conventional keys. Staff members are encouraged to secure their office spaces and personal belongings within their respected work areas. The Timonium Graduate Center is staffed by a public safety desk in the entrance lobby. The building is secured after normal business hours and is routinely patrolled by members of DPS, in some instances the Timonium Graduate Center can be accessed by authorized students and staff members after hours via ID prox cards. The Timonium Graduate Center is equipped with security technology including CCTV surveillance, electronic access and emergency blue light phones in the parking lots.

Maintenance of Campus Facilities

Loyola University maintains campus facilities in a manner that minimizes hazardous and unsafe conditions. Parking lots and pathways are illuminated with lighting. DPS works closely with Facilities Management to address burned out lights promptly as well as other physical conditions to enhance safety and security.

Request and/or routine maintenance for employee/ student residences are coordinated through the Facilities Department. Facilities will attempt to schedule a mutually agreeable time for the maintenance to be completed. All maintenance is completed by either a University employee or an approved contractor. Procedures for gaining entrance into a campus residence will be facilitated through DPS, who in turn will dispatch personnel to unlock and disarm the residence and admit the individual(s) into the residence requesting/needing maintenance and then return after the work order has been completed to secure and rearm the residence.

9. Educational Programs

Ongoing Prevention and Awareness Campaigns:

Educational programs to promote the awareness of rape, acquaintance rape, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking are offered at New Student Orientation, in new employee orientation, in residence hall floor meetings, and on campus throughout the academic year. Such prevention and awareness programs include a statement that the University prohibits all forms of sexual misconduct, provides definitions of the various types of prohibited sexual misconduct as well as the definition and meaning of consent, safe and positive options for bystander intervention, and information on risk reduction to recognize warning signs of abusive behavior and how to avoid potential attacks. 

Subject Codes:

CP

Crime Prevention

SA

Sexual Assault

FS

Fire Safety

AS

Active Shooter

LENS

Loyola Emergency Notification System

ST

Stalking

DV

Domestic Violence

DAV

Dating Violence

BI

Bystander Intervention

SM

Sexual Misconduct

GE

Gender Equality

 

The Department of Public Safety (DPS) conducts “in service” training twice a year.  Once during the months of May and June and once over the Christmas holiday in December.  Our summer training includes exercises to put our emergency responders, Public Safety officers, Student Life, Baltimore Police and other appropriate internal and external departments / divisions through procedures we expect to use during a crisis event.

Department of Public Safety: Annual in-service training

Date/ Location

Topic(s)

1/6,7/14  5104 York Road

Sexual Assault, Domestic Violence, S.A.F.E

5/20-22/14  Flannery O’Conner Classroom

Active Shooter, Individual Building Evacuations

5/28-30/14  Flannery O’Conner Classroom

Active Shooter, Individual Building Evacuations

Additionally, the University conducted an exercise during late summer to evaluate and train the leadership of the Loyola community.

 

University Emergency Training Exercises

Date

Topic

8/11, 12/14  McGuire Hall

Table Top Exercise  Active Shooter Recovery

 

Primary Prevention and Awareness Programs for 1st Year Students

Name of Program

Date of Program

Location

Prohibited Behavior Covered

Summer Orientation

06/16 – 07/01/14

McGuire Hall

CP

Realities of University

06/16 – 07/01/14

McManus Theater

SA/SM/CP

Think About it

All Summer 2014

Online

SA/SM/CP/DAV/ST/DV

First year Orientation

08/28-31/2014

Main Campus various

SM/DAV

International Students

8/29

Sellinger Hall

SA/DAV/ST/SM

Safety on Campus for incoming International students

8/28

Sellinger Hall

CP/FS

Residence hall floor meetings

Beginning of Fall semester

Residence Halls

SA/DAV/ST/SM/DV

Messina

1st Year

Residential Halls

SA/SM/DAV

Personal Safety Abroad

4/4

McGuire Hall

CP/FS

 

Primary Prevention and Awareness Programs for New Employees

Name of Program

Date of Program

Location

Prohibited Behavior Covered

Employee Orientation

Weekly

5000 York Road

New Employee Orientation

Sexual Harassment

1/22; 5/1; 8/18; 11/18

McGuire Hall

SM

 

Ongoing Awareness and Prevention Programs for Students

Name of Program

Date of Program

Location

Topics Covered

Red Flag Campaign

4/2014

Quad, and Poster Program

SA/ DAV/ST

Take Back the Night

4/10/2014

Hopkins Court

SA

Green Dot Bystander Training

4/5; 10/10-11; 11/7-8

Sellinger VIP, Hopkins Lounge’ Flannery O’Connor Hall

SA

Green Dot Overview Speech

1/26; 2/3; 3/7; 8/20/ 8/26

Cohn Hall, Knott Hall, McGuire Hall

SA

Graduate Student Orientation

Prior to each Semester

E-mail

SA/DV/DAV/ST

It’s On Us

10/3; 10/10; 10/24

Distributed resource cards and t-shirts

SA/DV/DAV/ST

One Love

4/27

Messina classrooms

SA/DV/DAV/ST

Raising Ms. President

3/18/2014

Hopkins Court

GE

How to Love a Survivor

4/8/2014

Hopkins Court

SA

Women and Alcohol

4/14/2014

Hopkins Court

SA

1 is 2 Many

Ongoing

Online Video

SA

Breaking the Silence of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault

10/2014

Women’s Center

DV/SA

 

Ongoing Awareness and Prevention Programs for Employees

Name of Program

Date of Program

Location

Topics Covered

Red Flag

4/2014

Poster Program

SA/DAV/ST

Take Back the Night

4/10/2014

Hopkins Court

SA

Green Dot

3/4; 5/12

Sellinger VIP

SA

Green Dot Facilitator Training

12/8-11/2014

Sellinger VIP

SA

Warning Signs

8/2014

5104 Conference Room

Safety and Security/CP

Responsible Employee Booklet

Ongoing

Campus wide mailing

Title IX: Responsible Employee Information

Run, Hide, Fight

1/13,15
2/7,12,19,20,26
3/11,24
4/15;6/9;7/28;9/17

Various locations throughout all campuses

AS

Campus Security Authority

12/3

Humanities

SA/DV/DAV/SM

Workplace Violence

1/9

College Center

CP/DV

Workplace Safety

3/13; 12/9

College Center; Seton Court

CP

 

Crime prevention is a cooperative effort requiring the entire Loyola community to actively participate in identifying conditions for criminal opportunity. The Department of Public Safety, The Department of Student Development and/or the Office of Student Life, the Women’s Center, and the Office of Student Support and Wellness offer a variety of safety, security and crime prevention programs throughout the year. Issues of personal safety, residential security and office safety are the responsibility of the entire Loyola community. Loyola’s “Good Hound” campaign is an example of Loyola promoting personal and community responsibility in the Jesuit tradition for self and others.

Crime prevention, safety education and security awareness programs are conducted by various Loyola departments throughout the year and average out to about one per month. These educational programs range from personal safety and self-defense to sexual assault prevention and awareness. The Department of Public Safety, the Office of Student Life, the Department of Environmental Health and Safety, Human Resources and the Office of Support and Wellness provide primary prevention, risk reduction, and ongoing awareness programs to address topics such as personal safety, alcohol and drug abuse awareness, fire safety and sexual assault prevention available to students and staff member throughout the year. As part of the security awareness programs, students and employees are encouraged to be responsible for their own security and the security of others.

The Department also offers “Operation Identification” which is a program designed to help protect valuables, by engraving the personal driver’s license number of owners onto such items as televisions, computers, bikes as well as other items of property and creating a written inventory (including model and serial numbers.) Additionally, DPS’s recommends a free app called “My Property Locker” which is a cloud based secure database, Loyola community members can utilize to keep a record of ownership for all personal belongings. The primary focus of the website and mobile application is to allow users to store and access their personal property’s serial numbers in a safe place. By having your property’s serial number along with a detailed description of the property, police departments around the nation become enabled to accurately track recovered goods and get them returned to their rightful owners. Visit the My Property locker website at www.mypropertylocker.com  

Overview of Education Programs:

Throughout every year, various Loyola departments offer numerous programs on sexual assault prevention and awareness open to all members of the Loyola community. Every year during the month of April, the Women’s Center, Health Center, DPS, and members of the student government co-sponsor Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Programs on sexual assault prevention and awareness are conducted throughout the month.  Numerous programs on safety awareness and crime prevention are offered annually for students and employees.

1. Think about it: All 1st year students are required to complete “Think About it” prior to their arrival on campus. Think About It prepares college students for the unique challenges and responsibilities of college life. Focusing on minimizing risks associated with alcohol, drugs, and sexual violence, Think About It takes a harm reduction approach that resonates with students and results in a healthy campus culture. The program uses the latest prevention techniques and science-based research to educate students about the impact of alcohol on the mind and body and on the importance of healthy relationships. Whether or not you drink alcohol, Think About It will empower you to make well-informed decisions and to better cope with the drinking behavior of peers.

2. Warning Signs: Warning signs is a 15 minute fast-paced video presentation on the key aspects of system security for Loyola’s transportation employee, which takes place every August. The program focuses on increasing shuttle driver’s awareness of what to look for and what to do regarding suspicious activity, packages, devices and substances. This program aids in improving overall security on our shuttle system while helping to reduce occurrences of crime on campus.

3. Active Shooter Response: Active Shooter Response is a program designed to provide awareness for students and employees in case they were to ever find themselves in a hostile situation. The programs highlights steps individuals need to be aware of in order to increase their chances of survival in an active shooter incident. The program is presented in three parts, run, hide or fight and provides participants with tools on way to flee a situation, sheltering in place and techniques on disarming a shooter as a last resort. This program is offered to any department or student group upon request and publicly to the community annually.

4. Run, Hide, Fight Video: Run, hide, fight is an online video similar to DPS’s active shooter presentation on how to react in the event of an active shooter incident. The video is available 24/7 by accessing a link from the DPS website.

5. RAD: Rape Aggression Defense (R.A.D.) program for the women of the University. R.A.D. is a system of realistic, self-defense tactics and techniques combined with instruction on risk reduction, prevention and avoidance of sexual assault. The program, conducted each semester, provides women with the knowledge to make educated and informed decisions about sexual assault prevention.

6. Title IX Responsible Employee Training: A “responsible employee” has the duty to report harassment or other types of misconduct, is someone a student could reasonably believe has this authority or responsibility to react to reported sexual harassment and/or misconduct and could be any Loyola community member including faculty, administrators, staff, GAs, RAs, coaches, and trainers, in other words, this is YOU. As such, the University is obligated to ensure that you are trained regarding your obligation to report sexual harassment/assault/ or misconduct.  Title IX responsible employee is a one hour online course all employees of the Loyola community is required to take annually.

7. Workplace Violence Training: Workplace Violence training is a one training session provided for supervisors and employees annually. This training presents, Loyola University’s policy on workplace violence, provides definitions of various aspects of workplace violence, identifies the supervisor’s role in identifying situations of concern, outlines reporting procedures for supervisors and staff members and provides techniques for crisis resolution and de-escalation processes as well as counseling available to members of the Loyola community.

8. Green Dot: Green Dot is a bystander intervention program built on the premise that in order to measurably reduce power-based personal violence, including sexual violence, partner violence, or stalking, a cultural shift is necessary. In order to create a cultural shift, a critical mass of people will need to engage in a new behavior or set of behaviors that will make violence less sustainable within any given community. The “new behavior” is a green dot. The only two choices facing each of us in keeping our community safe, are (1) to do something, or (2) to do nothing. Both of these choices have profound implications. A choice to do nothing is a choice to allow the violence to continue on our campus.  Our training is based on the belief that the greatest power is in the bystander – each one of us. Through our choices, we can define the norms and ultimately decide what we will accept and not accept in our community. Green Dot training will provide you with the knowledge and tools needed in order to be an active bystander and ultimately keep our campus safe.

9. Raising Ms. President: looks at why women don't run for office, where political ambition starts, and provides reasons we as parents, teachers, and voters should support women in leadership roles. The United States ranks right in the middle when it comes to the number of women we have in elected office. We are behind nations we have criticized for being anti-women’s rights. Raising Ms. President provides reasons why we should elect more women; now it is your turn to ask a woman to lead, to encourage your daughters to envision themselves as leaders, and to teach your boys that women can and should be CEOs, senators and yes even president. Without more women at the decision making table we are missing out on the expertise, experience, and innovation of over half of our population.

10. How to Love a Survivor: Members of the Loyola community will share how their lives were impacted by sexual assault and what it is like to love a survivor. Following their stories, the event will open into a discussion so that the Loyola community can learn how to support those affected by sexual assault.

11. Women and Alcohol: Elaine Pasqua, four-time nominee for Best Speaker of the Year for Campus Activities Reader’s Choice Awards, interactively presents on women and alcohol.

12. Take Back the Night: Loyola’s annual Take Back the Night Rally: join various speakers from the Loyola community as they share their stories of survival and empowerment. A candlelight vigil will be held to honor those who have experienced sexual violence as well as an open mic portion.

13. 1 is 2 Many: President Barack Obama’s public service announcement on rape and sexual assault awareness.

14. Breaking the Silence of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault: Being physically or emotionally abused by a spouse/partner is a frightening and lonely experience. You may feel that you are the only person to whom this is happening. In reality, millions of people of all ages, gender, cultural and economic backgrounds in the United States experience domestic violence every year. Knowing that you are not the only one experiencing violence in an intimate relationship can help to free you from the shame and embarrassment you may be feeling. It also may help you understand that the abuse does not occur because you are doing something “wrong,” or that you do something to cause it to happen.

15. Red Flags: Loyola poster campaign for sexual assault awareness.

16. Consent Campaign: Student Government developed and promoted a consent campaign during April 2014. The campaign culminated in a panel of students and staff members discussing the definition of consent and raising awareness of consent as necessary for any sexual encounters. The panel was held on April 23, 2014.

17. It’s On Us: Student Government participated in “It’s On Us,” a national campaign to raise awareness about sexual assault on college campuses. Student government representatives distributed resource cards and t-shirts and created a video to encourage students to join the campaign and sign the pledge. The SGA President attended the launch of the campaign at the White House.

18. Sexual Assault Awareness Week: April 7-11 A week of programs designed to bring awareness to issues of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. The week culminates in the annual Take Back The Night Program.

 

Bystander and Risk Reduction information

Bystander Intervention

Loyola University Maryland strives to promote a culture of community accountability where bystanders are actively engaged in the prevention of violence without causing further harm.  We may not always know what to do, even if we want to help. Listed below are some ways to be an active bystander. If you or someone is in immediate danger, dial 911. This could be when a person is yelling at or being physically abusive towards another and it is not safe for you to interrupt.

Bystanders play a critical role in the prevention of sexual and relationship violence. Bystanders are “individuals who observe violence or witness the conditions that perpetuate violence. Bystanders are not directly involved but have the choice to intervene, speak up, or do something about it.” Loyola University Maryland strives to promote a culture of community accountability where bystanders are actively engaged in the prevention of violence without causing further harm. We may not always know what to do, even if we want to help. Listed below are some ways to be an active bystander. If you or someone is in immediate danger, dial 911. This could be when a person is yelling at or being physically abusive towards another and it is not safe for you to interrupt.

 

·         Watch out for your friends and fellow students/employees. If you see someone who looks like they could be in trouble or need help, ask if they are okay.

·         Confront people who seclude, hit on, and try to make out with, or have sex with people who are incapacitated.

·         Speak up when someone discusses plans to take sexual advantage of another person.

·         Believe someone who discloses sexual assault, abusive behavior, or experience with stalking.

·         Refer people to on or off campus resources listed in this document for support in health, counseling, or with legal assistance.

 Risk Reduction awareness

 

With no intent to victim blame and recognizing that only abusers are responsible for their abuse, the following are some strategies to reduce one’s risk of sexual assault or harassment taken from Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network, www.rainn.org)

 

·         Be aware of your surroundings. Knowing where you are and who is around you, may help you to find a way to get out of a bad situation.

·         Try to avoid isolated areas. It is more difficult to get help if no one around.

·         Walk with purpose. Even if you don’t know where you are going, act like you do.

·         Trust your instincts. If a situation or location feels unsafe or uncomfortable, it probably isn’t the best place to be.

·         Try not to load yourself down with packages or bags as this can make you appear more vulnerable.

·         Make sure your cell phone is with you and charged and that you have cab money. Loyola DPS recommends establishing an Uber or Lyft account. Links to both organizations can be found on the Loyola transportation and parking webpage.

·         Don’t allow yourself to be isolated with someone you don’t trust or someone you don’t know.

·         Avoid putting music headphones in both ears so that you can be more aware of surroundings, especially if you are walking alone.

·         When you go to a social gathering, go with a group of friends. Arrive together, check in with each other throughout the evening, and leave together. Knowing where you are and who is around you may help you to find a way out of a bad situation.

·         Trust your instincts. If you feel unsafe in any situation, go with your gut. If you see something suspicious, contact law enforcement immediately (local authorities can be reached by calling 911 in most areas of the U.S.).

·         Don’t leave your drink unattended while talking, dancing, using the restroom, or making a phone call. If you’ve left your drink, just get a new one.

·         Don’t accept drinks from people you don’t know or trust. If you choose to accept a drink, go with the person to the bar to order it, watch it being poured, and carry it yourself. At parties, don’t drink from punch bowls or other large common containers.

·         Watch out for your friends and vice versa. If a friend seems out of it, is way too intoxicated for the amount of alcohol they’ve had, or is acting out of character, get her or him to  a safe place immediately.

·         If you suspect you or a friend has been drugged, contact local law enforcement immediately (local authorities can be reached by calling 911 in most areas of the U.S.). Be explicit with doctors so they can give you the correct tests (you will need a urine test and possibly others).

·         If you need to get out of an uncomfortable or scary situation here are some things that you can try:

·         Remember that being in this situation in not your fault. You did not do anything wrong, it is the person who is making you uncomfortable that is to blame.

·         Be true to yourself. Don’t feel obligated to do anything you don’t want to do. “I don’t want to” is always a good enough reason. Do what feels right to you and what you are comfortable with.

·         Have a code word with your friends or family so that if you don’t feel comfortable you can call them and communicate your discomfort without the person you are with knowing. Your friends and family can then come to get you or make up an excuse for you to leave.

·         Lie. If you don’t want to hurt the person’s feelings it is better to lie and make up a reason to leave than to stay and be uncomfortable, scared or worse. Some excuses you could use are: needing to take care of a friend or family member, not feeling well, having somewhere else that you need to be, etc.

·         Try to think of an escape route. How would you try to get out of a room? Where are the doors and windows?  Are there people around who might be able to help you? Is there an emergency phone nearby?

·         If you and/or the other person have been drinking, you can say that you would rather wait until you both have your full judgement before doing anything you may regret later.

The University engages in comprehensive, intentional, and integrated programming, initiatives, strategies, and campaigns intended to end dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking that: are culturally relevant, inclusive of diverse communities and identities, sustainable, responsive to community needs, and informed by research, or assessed for value, effectiveness, or outcome; and consider environmental risk and protective factors as they occur on the individual, relationship, institutional, community and societal levels.

10. Alcohol and Drug Policies

Loyola University Student (Alcohol) Policy (found in Community Standards Handbook) provides: 

Maryland law states it is unlawful for any person under the age of 21 to purchase, possess, transport or consume alcohol beverages. Additionally, it is unlawful for any person to purchase alcoholic beverages for consumption by an individual who is known to be under the age of 21. It is also unlawful for any person under the age of 21 to knowingly and willfully make a misrepresentation or false statement as to his/her age in order to obtain alcoholic beverages or to induce the illegal sale or to furnishing of alcoholic beverages. DPS will enforce the unlawful possession, use, and sale of alcoholic beverages and enforce Maryland underage alcohol laws.

Only those students who are 21 years of age are permitted to have a reasonable amount of alcohol in their residence hall apartments. Guests that are 21 years of age or older may not bring alcohol to a room/apartment/suite/ townhouse where at least one person is under the age of 21. Drug and alcohol policies for faculty, staff and administrators are contained in the Drug and Alcohol Policies, Health Information, Services and Benefits document issued annually to all Faculty, Staff and Administrators.

Staff and Administrators (Alcohol) Policy (found in Faculty, Administrators, and Staff policy manual) provides:

 All members of the University community are to act in a manner consistent with the alcohol policy of the University. This policy is to be observed in the planning and hosting of functions, both public and departmental, on the campus or at University sponsored activities.

1. Alcohol-free events are to be encouraged.

2. Persons under the age of 21 and visibly intoxicated persons may not be served alcoholic beverages. All alcoholic beverages should be served by a bartender(s); the bartender(s) should be over the age of 21 and should be instructed to ask for proof of age.

3. Food and non-alcoholic beverages should be provided and made easily available to all guests.

4. The quantity of alcohol offered and the length of time during which alcohol is offered should be monitored by the host or hostess.

5. Persons who are visibly intoxicated may not be served.

6. Announcements and advertising of such events should not feature nor promote alcoholic beverages as the focus of the event.

7. The unlawful possession, use, or distribution of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited on University property or as part of its activities.

Loyola University Student (Drug) Policy (found in Community Standards Handbook) provides:

Loyola University Maryland fully supports and requires compliance with federal and state laws regarding illegal drugs and paraphernalia. For purposes of this policy, the term “drug” also included any other substance that is used to change mood or alter reality and is not used in accordance with a medical prescription and “look alike” substances. 

Maryland law states that it is unlawful for any person to administer or distribute to another, or to possess (except for physician-prescribed medication), any controlled dangerous substance or controlled paraphernalia (Md. Ann. Code, Art. 27, Sec. 287). 

Violations of the drug policy, including but not limited to the use, sale, possession and distribution of any controlled substance; the manufacture, sale, distribution, possession or use of any controlled substance on the property of the University and on non-University property used in the performance of University-related activities is prohibited; possession of drug paraphernalia, may subject a student to sanctions that include suspension or expulsion from the University.

 

The drug and alcohol policy of the University is contained in a document entitled Loyola University Alcohol and Drug Program: Standards and Sanctions, Health, Information and Services. The University's official written Drug and Alcohol Policy is also contained in the Student Community Standards Handbook and issued annually to all students.

Loyola University is in compliance with the Federal Drug Free Schools and Communities Act as Amendments of 1989 (Public Law 101-229) signed into law by President Bush on December 12, 1989.   The University abides by all Federal, State and/or Local Laws relating to alcohol and drugs. http://www.loyola.edu/department/studentlife/studentconduct

Staff and Administrators (Drug) Policy (found in Faculty, Administrators, and Staff policy manual) provides:

All persons employed by the University are responsible for performing their duties effectively and safely for the community’s health and safety. Therefore, it is imperative that Loyola as a community operate in an environment free from illegal drugs and other controlled substances, specifically:

1. The manufacture, sale, possession, distribution, or use by employees in the workplace of a controlled substance or drug not medically authorized is strictly prohibited.

2. An employee may not be under the influence of a controlled substance, alcohol, over-the-counter medication or prescription drug which affects job performance or poses a hazard to the safety and welfare of the employee or other employees.

3. Employees are required to report his/her criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring in the workplace to his/her immediate supervisor/department chair within five days after such conviction. As applicable, the University will, in turn, also notify the appropriate federal granting/contracting agency of such conviction within 10 days after receiving notice from the employee.

4. Information on the dangers of drug abuse and the availability of counseling and rehabilitation assistance is provided through the Health Services Center, the Counseling Center, alcohol and drug education and support services or the human resources office and is distributed annually to each employee.

5. Certain staff positions require pre-employment physicals involving a drug/alcohol screen. Additional required screens include but are not limited to: reasonable suspicion, reliable information, post-accident, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up.

Compliance with this policy is a condition of employment. Any violation of this policy will result in disciplinary action, including, but not necessarily limited to required participation in a rehabilitation program, suspension from duties or dismissal from employment.

11. Crime Statistics and Definitions

Policy for Reporting the Annual Disclosure of Crime Statistics:

The Departments of Public Safety and Environmental Health and Safety prepare “The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report” ASFSR (Clery) to comply with the 1990 Congressional approved Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act which amended the Higher Education Act of 1965.  The Jeanne Clery Act requires higher education institutions to make public their campus security policies, and it requires that crime and fire data are collected, reported, and disseminated to the campus community.  The Clery Act is intended to provide prospective students and employees, current students and their families, and the rest of the Loyola community accurate, complete, and timely information about safety on campus so that they can make informed decisions.  The full text of this report can be located on our website at http://www.loyola.edu/department/publicsafety/reporting/annual-security-report

This report is prepared in cooperation with Baltimore Police Department, Howard County Police Department, and the Baltimore County Police Department.  Additionally, our internal organizations: Student Life, Student Development, Counseling Center, and Student Support and Wellness Center, all contribute greatly to the overall judicial process and its success.  Each entity provides updated information on their efforts and programs to comply with the Act.  Campus crime, arrest and referral statistics include those matters reported to the Campus Police, designated campus officials and local law enforcement agencies.  A procedure is in place to anonymously capture crime statistics disclosed confidentially.  Each year by October 1st, an email notification, and a Loyola Today notice announce the location of where to view or receive the completed report.  These alert notifications are made to students, faculty, staff and administrators.  Prospective students and employees at Loyola receive information where they can view the statistics from the Admissions Office and the Human Recourses Department respectively.

Loyola University Department of Public Safety compiles crime statistics in accordance with the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s Uniform Crime Reporting Program by using definitions from the following required sources: Primary criminal offense incidents (Murder/non-negligent Manslaughter, Negligent Manslaughter, Rape, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Motor Vehicle theft and Arson) definitions were referenced from the FBI “Summary Reporting System User Manual” [SRS User Manual 6/2013] The definitions for fondling, incest and statutory rape were excerpted from the “National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) User Manual 1/2013.) The Hate-Bias definitions were referenced from the “Hate Crime Data Collection Guidelines and Training Manual 12/2012.”  Loyola University Liquor Law, Drug Law and Weapons Possession Policy were referenced from the Loyola University Community Standards Handbook 2014-2015.

Reportable Clery Offense Definitions:1. Murder/Non-Negligent Manslaughter: the willful (non-negligent) killing of one human being by another. Any death caused by injuries received in a fight, argument, quarrel, assault, or commission of a crime is classified as Murder and Non-negligent manslaughter. NOTE: Traffic deaths, fetal deaths, deaths caused by negligence, attempts to murder, assaults to kill, suicides, accidental deaths, and justifiable homicides are excluded.

2. Negligent Manslaughter:  the killing of another person through gross negligence. Any death caused by gross negligence of another. Gross negligence is the intentional failure to perform a manifest duty in reckless disregard of the consequences as affecting the life or property of another.

3. Rape: Is the penetration, no matter how slight, of the vagina or anus with any body part or object, or oral penetration by a sex organ of another person, without the consent of the victim.  This definition includes either gender of victim or offender. Sexual penetration means the penetration, no matter how slight, of the vagina or anus with any body part or object, or oral penetration by a sex organ of another person, or by a sex-related object. This definition also includes instances in which the victim is incapable of giving consent because of temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity 9including due to the influence of drugs or alcohol) or because of age. Physical resistance is not required on the part of the victim to demonstrate lack of consent.

4. Fondling: The touching of the private body parts of another person for the purpose of sexual gratification, without the consent of the victim, including instances where the victim is incapable of giving consent because of her/his age or because her/his temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity.

5. Incest:  Sexual intercourse between persons who are related to each other within the degrees wherein marriage is prohibited by law. 

6. Statutory Rape: Sexual intercourse with a person who is under the statutory age of consent.  The statutory age of consent for Maryland is 16 years of age. Maryland also follows the Age Gap provision, which states the gap in age between consenting participants is not more than 4 years.

7. Robbery: the taking or attempting to take anything from value of the care, custody or control of a person or persons by force or threat of force or violence and/or by putting the victim in fear.

8. Aggravated Assault: an unlawful attack by one person upon another for the purpose of inflicting severe or aggravated bodily injury. This type of assault usually is accompanied by the use of a weapon or by means likely to produce death or great bodily harm. The categories of aggravated assault include assaults or attempts to kill or murder, poisoning, assault with a dangerous or deadly weapon, maiming, mayhem, assault with explosives, and assault with disease (as in cases when the offender is aware that he/she is infected with a deadly disease and deliberately attempts to inflict the disease by biting, spitting, etc.)  It is not necessary that injury result from an aggravated assault when a gun, knife or other weapon is used which could or probably would result in a serious potential injury if the crime were successfully completed.

9. Burglary: The unlawful entry of a structure to commit a felony or a theft. For reporting purposes this definition includes: unlawful entry with intent to commit a larceny or a felony; breaking and entering with intent to commit a larceny; housebreaking; safecracking; and all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. A structure is defined as four walls, a roof and a door. Burglary-Forcible Entry is defined as all offenses where force of any kind is used to unlawfully enter a structure for the purpose of committing a theft or felony. Burglary- Unlawful Entry-No Force is defined as achieved by the use of an unlocked door or window. The element of trespass to the structure is essential to show no lawful access. Burglary-Attempted Forcible Entry is defined as situations where a forcible entry burglary was attempted but unlawful entry was not achieved.

10. Motor Vehicle Theft: The theft or attempted theft of a motor vehicle. (Classify as motor vehicle theft all cases where automobiles are taken by persons not having lawful access, even though the vehicles are later abandoned - including joy riding)

11.Arson: The willful or malicious burning or attempt to burn, with or without intent to defraud, a dwelling house, public building, motor vehicle or aircraft, or personal property of another kind.

12.Weapon Law/Policy Violations: The violation of laws or ordinances prohibiting the manufacture, sale, purchase, transportation, possession, concealment, or use of firearms, cutting instruments, explosives, incendiary devices, or other deadly weapons. Also, included in this classification is the manufacture, sale, or possession of deadly weapons; carrying deadly weapons, concealed or openly; using, or manufacturing, of silencers, furnishing deadly weapons to minors; aliens possessing deadly weapons; all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned.

 Loyola University Weapons Policy: Unauthorized use, possession, or storage of any weapon or ammunition on University premises or at University sponsored activities is strictly prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to firearms, BB guns, air rifles, slingshots, paintball guns, swords, knives, tasers of any kind, etc.

13. Drug Law Violations: The violation of laws prohibiting the production, distribution, and/or use of certain controlled substances. The unlawful cultivation, manufacture, distribution, sale, use, possession, transportation, or importation of any controlled drug or narcotic substance. Drug law violations are also state and local laws relating to the unlawful possession, sale, use, growing, manufacturing, and making of narcotic drugs. The relevant substances include: opium or cocaine and their derivatives (morphine, heroin, codeine); marijuana; synthetic narcotics (Demerol, methadone); and dangerous non-narcotic drugs (barbiturates, Benzedrine).

 Loyola University Drug Policy: Loyola University Maryland fully supports and requires compliance with federal and state laws regarding illegal drugs and paraphernalia. For purposes of this policy, “drug” also includes any other substance that is used to change mood or alter reality and is not used in accordance with a medical prescription, and “look alike” substances.

a. Drug use or possession (e.g. marijuana, heroin, LSD, cocaine, mushrooms, ecstasy, ketamine, unauthorized use or abuse of prescription drugs, etc.)

b. Drug paraphernalia possession. The student social host will be considered serving/providing drugs to anyone if he/she possesses drugs or if drugs are available in the room. Thus, the host is also responsible for misconduct if he/she passively allows drug use to occur within his/her room.

c. Sale, potential for sale, facilitation in the sale, distribution, or providing drugs to others.

Controlled substances, illegal drugs, and drug paraphernalia are subject to confiscation. The University reserves the right to refer potential criminal violations to local law enforcement authorities.

d. Manufacturing, making, or possessing ingredients in sufficient quantities to manufacture drugs.

14. Liquor Law Violations: The violation of laws or ordinance prohibiting: the manufacture, sale, transporting, possessing, or use of alcoholic beverages. Manufacture, sale, transporting, furnishing, possessing of intoxicating liquor; maintaining unlawful drinking places; bootlegging; operating a still; furnishing liquor to minor or intemperate person; underage possession; using a vehicle for illegal transportation of liquor; drinking on a train or public conveyance; open containers; all attempts to commit any of the aforementioned. (Drunkenness and driving under the influence are not included in this definition.)

 Loyola Liquor Law Policy:  Loyola University Maryland fully supports and requires compliance with Maryland’s alcoholic beverage laws. These laws include prohibitions on the possession or consumption of alcohol by persons under age 21; furnishing alcohol to or obtaining alcohol for a person under age 21; and misrepresenting one’s age in order to obtain alcohol. Only those students who are 21 years of age and older are permitted to have alcohol in their apartments. Guests who are 21 years of age and older may not bring alcohol to a room/apartment/suite where at least one person is under the age of 21. Students 21 years of age or older may possess and consume alcohol in the privacy of their rooms, suites, or apartments in single-serving containers only. All students are expected not to abuse alcohol, but rather to drink responsibly or abstain.

Violations of the alcohol policy include, but are not limited to, the following:

a. Having open containers of alcoholic beverages or consumption of alcohol in any public area on Loyola owned or leased property, regardless of age (e.g., lounges, corridors, outdoors, etc.)

b. Unauthorized possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages. “Possession” means having an alcoholic beverage under one’s charge or control. Students under age 21 may not possess or consume alcoholic beverages at any time. Students age 21 or older generally may not possess or consume alcoholic beverages in the presence of persons under age 21; however, they may consume or possess alcoholic beverages in the presence of their roommates in their own residence unit.

c. Selling, furnishing, or giving any beverage containing alcohol to any person under 21 years of age. The student social host policy will apply if alcohol is available in the room. Thus, the host is also responsible for misconduct if he/she passively allows prohibited alcohol use to occur within his/her room.

d. Using or possessing excessive amounts or prohibited sources of alcohol (e.g., kegs, beerballs); using or possessing items or devices that encourage excessive drinking (e.g., bars, beer bongs, funnels); or organizing or participating in activities that encourage excessive drinking (e.g., beer pong, drinking games, or contests).

e. Charging a fee when hosting parties.

f. Being intoxicated or exhibiting behaviors associated with intoxication or impairment.

g. Providing false identification:

1. Possessing, conspiring to obtain, or using false identification.

2. Manufacturing, selling, or distributing false identification.

h. Multiple or repeated violations of the Alcohol Policy.

i. Possession of empty alcohol containers.

Hate/Bias-related Offenses

            a. Bias-Hate Crime: a committed criminal offense that is motivated, in whole or in part, by the offender’s bias(es) against a race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality, gender or gender identity; also known as hate crime.

            b. Bias definition: a preformed negative opinion or attitude toward a group based on their race, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, nationality or gender identity.  We are also required to report statistics for bias-related (hate) crimes by the type of bias as defined below for the following classifications: murder/non-negligent manslaughter, negligent manslaughter, sex offenses (forcible and non-forcible), robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft, arson, larceny-theft, destruction/damage/vandalism of property, intimidation, and simple assault (see definitions below).

            c. Larceny: The unlawful taking, carrying, leading, or riding away of property from the possession or constructive possession of another. Larcenies are also thefts, shoplifting, pocket-picking, or the stealing of any property or article which is not taken by force and violence or by fraud. Attempted larcenies are included.

            d. Destruction/Damage/Vandalism of Property: To willfully or maliciously destroy, injure, disfigure, or deface any public or private property, real or personal, without the consent of the owner or person having custody or control by cutting, tearing, breaking, marking, painting, drawing, covering with filth, or any other such means as may be specified by local law.

            e. Intimidation: To unlawfully place another person in reasonable fear of bodily harm through the use of threatening words and/or other conduct, but without displaying a weapon or subjecting the victim to actual physical attack.

            f. Simple Assault: An unlawful physical attack by one person upon another where neither the offender displays a weapon, nor the victim suffers obvious severe or aggravated bodily injury involving apparent broken bones, loss of teeth, possible internal injury, severe laceration or loss of consciousness.

Violence Against Women Act (VAWA)

The reauthorization of the federal Violence Against Women Act of 2005 requires that states (including Maryland) provide survivors (anonymously) with a medical forensic examination free of charge or with full reimbursement without requiring the victim to report to law enforcement and/or participate in the criminal justice system as a condition of the payment or reimbursement. 42 U.S.C.A. § 3796gg-4(a) (1)As time passes, evidence may dissipate or become lost or unavailable, thereby making investigation, possible prosecution, disciplinary proceedings, or obtaining protection from abuse orders related to the incident more difficult. If a victim chooses not to make a complaint regarding an incident, he or she nevertheless should consider speaking with DPS or other law enforcement to preserve evidence In the event that the victim decides to report the incident to law enforcement or the University at a later date to assist in proving that the alleged criminal offense occurred or that may be helpful in obtaining a protection order.

 

Dating Violence: There is no Maryland law definition of dating violence (it is not distinguished from general crimes of violence, such as assault).

Dating Violence: Violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the victim.
The existence of such a relationship shall be based on the reporting party’s statement and with consideration of the length of the relationship, the type of relationship, and the frequency of interaction between the persons involved in the relationship.
For the purposes of this definition-
Dating violence includes, but is not limited to, sexual or physical abuse or the threat of such abuse.
Dating violence does not include acts covered under the definition of domestic violence.

Domestic Violence: is defined by the State of Maryland as domestic violence “abuse” as the occurrence of one or more of the following acts between “family or household members”:

Assault
An act that places a person in fear of imminent serious bodily harm
An act that causes serious bodily harm
Rape or sexual offense
Attempt rape or sexual offense
Stalking
False imprisonment, such as interference with freedom, physically keeping you from leaving your home or kidnapping you.

Domestic Violence: The term ‘‘domestic violence’’ includes felony or misdemeanor crimes of violence committed by a current or former spouse of the victim, by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabitating with or has cohabitated with the victim as a spouse, by a person similarly situated to a spouse of the victim under the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction receiving grant monies, or by any other person against an adult or youth victim who is protected from that person’s acts under the domestic or family violence laws of the jurisdiction.

Stalking: is defined by the State of Maryland as: (Criminal Law Article § 3-801)

(a) In this section, “stalking” means a malicious course of conduct that includes approaching or pursuing another where the person intends to place or knows or reasonably should have known the conduct would place another in reasonable fear: of serious bodily injury; of an assault in any degree; of rape or sexual offense as defined by §§ 3–303 through 3–308 of this title or attempted rape or sexual offense in any degree; of false imprisonment; or of death; or that a third person likely will suffer any of the acts listed in item(1) of this subsection.

In this subtitle, “course of conduct” means a persistent pattern of conduct, composed of a series of acts over time that shows a continuity of purpose.

Stalking - The term ‘‘stalking’’ means engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to:

                                    1. Fear for his or her safety or the safety of others; or

                                    2. Suffer substantial emotional distress.

For the purposes of this definition:
Course of conduct means two or more acts, including, but not limited to, acts which the stalker directly, indirectly, or through third parties, by any action, method, device, or means follows, monitors, observes, surveils, threatens, or communicates to or about, a person, or interferes with a person’s property.
Reasonable person means a reasonable person under similar circumstances and with similar identities to the victim.
Substantial emotional distress means significant mental suffering or anguish that may, but does not necessarily, require medical or other professional treatment or counseling.

Sexual Assault Offense definitions:

Sexual Assault: An offense that meets the definition of rape, fondling, incest, or statutory rape as used in the FBI’s Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) program.

Sex Offenses: any sexual act directed against another person, without the consent of the victim, including instances where the victim is incapable of giving consent. The actions constituting sexual assault are set forth in Title 3, Subtitle 3 of the Criminal Law Article of the Annotated Code of Maryland and include, but are not limited to the following acts committed by an acquaintance or stranger (“Actor”): Rape forcible sodomy, or forcible sexual penetration, however slight, of another person's anal or genital opening; touching of an unwilling person's intimate parts (defined as genitalia, groin, breast, or buttocks, or clothing covering them); or, forcing an unwilling person to touch another's intimate parts. To constitute sexual assault these acts must be committed either by force, threat, intimidation or through the use of the victim's mental or physical helplessness of which the Actor was aware or should have been aware.

Consent: There is no Maryland law definition of consent (it is not distinguished from general crimes of violence, such as assault).

Consent: currently defines by the Loyola University as: An affirmative indication of a voluntary agreement to engage in the particular sexual act or conduct in question. Consent for one sexual act or conduct does not constitute consent to all sexual acts or conduct. Consent can be withdrawn at any time, and once withdrawal of consent has been expressed, sexual activity must cease. Consent cannot be obtained through the use of force, threat, intimidation, or coercion. Consent cannot be given by someone who is not able to effectively communicate or to understand the nature of the conduct being engaged in as a result of incapacitation due to consuming drugs or alcohol or for any other reason (including but not limited to being unconscious, being asleep or otherwise unaware that sexual activity is occurring). Incapacitation may also exist because of a mental or development disability. Incapacitation is a state where an individual cannot make rationale or reasonable decisions because they lack the capacity to give consent (i.e. to understand who, what, where, when, why, and how of a sexual interaction.) Silence or absence of resistance on the part of an individual does not constitute his or her consent.

12.  Sexual Assault Policies for Students and Faculty, Administrators and Staff (FAS)

According to the Loyola Community Standards Handbook and Faculty, Administrators and Staff Handbook, Loyola University Maryland strives to create a safe educational and working environment for all members of the Loyola community including students, faculty, administrators and staff. Violence or threats of violence of any kind, including domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, will not be tolerated. Loyola University fully supports and complies with all local, state, and federal criminal laws prohibiting sexual misconduct. Information about Loyola University’s non-discrimination student policy, which includes sexual harassment, sexual violence, and reporting procedures, can be found in the student community standards handbook. Loyola University Maryland issues this statement of policy to inform the campus community of our programs to address domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking as well as the procedures for institutional disciplinary action in cases of alleged dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, or stalking, which will be followed regardless of whether the incident occurs on or off campus when it is reported to a University official.

Sexual misconduct is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by federal and state discrimination laws, including Title IX and the Education Amendments of 1972 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act. In addition, some forms of sexual misconduct violate the criminal laws of the state of Maryland. Loyola University is committed to providing an environment free from sex-based discrimination and harassment.

The University engages in comprehensive, intentional, and integrated programming, initiatives, strategies, and campaigns intended to end dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking that:

1.      Are culturally relevant, inclusive of diverse communities and identities, sustainable, responsive to community needs, and informed by research, or assessed for value, effectiveness, or outcome; and

2.      Consider environmental risk and protective factors as they occur on the individual, relationship, institutional, community and societal levels.

If a report of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault or stalking is reported to the University, the below are the processes and procedures that the University will follow as well as a statement of the standard of evidence that will be used during any grievance proceeding on campus arising from such a report:

Loyola University Maryland will provide written notification of the rights and options available to students and employees who have been the victim of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking.  The Notification of Rights and Options is below.  Included in the notice is information about a medical forensic examination free of charge or with full reimbursement without requiring the victim to report to law enforcement and/or participate in the criminal justice system as a condition of the payment or reimbursement, discussion of the importance of evidence collection, information about interim measures, information about accommodations and protective measures and how to obtain them, and options for resources and reporting.

 

Notice of Rights and Options Sexual Misconduct Incidents

Loyola University Maryland is committed to a working and learning environment free from sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment and sexual discrimination.  Sexual misconduct is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by federal law, including Title IX, state law, and University policies.  Violence or threats of violence of any kind, including sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, sexual exploitation, and stalking, will not be tolerated.   Reports of such offenses, including acquaintance rape and other types of sexual assault, are taken very seriously.  This document provides a list of rights and options. 

The complete Loyola University Maryland policy on sexual misconduct is contained in the “Harassment and Discrimination Policy and Procedures” and is available online at www.loyola.edu/department/title-ix/policy.

o   The University is committed to providing a fair, prompt and impartial investigation and resolution of complaints.  Parties to a complaint have the right to present documents, names of witnesses, and other evidence to the investigators. 

 

o   Confidential resources are available for support and advice on campus.  Students may access professional counselors in the Counseling Center at 410-617-2273 or the Student Wellness and Promotions Office at 410-617-2928, health services providers in the Student Health Center at 410-617- 5055, clergy offering pastoral care at 410-617-5881, and the Sexual Violence Prevention Coordinator in the Women’s Center at 410-617-6769. These resources are not required to report the incident and will keep the information confidential. Employees can call the Employee Assistance Program 24/7 at 1-800-765-0770.  Additional resources for counseling and assistance, both on and off campus, are listed in this document.

 

o   To encourage reporting, a student who reports sexual misconduct, either as a complainant or a third-party witness, will not be subject to disciplinary action by the University for his/her own personal consumption of alcohol or drugs at or near the time of the incident.  The University may, however, initiate an educational discussion or pursue other educational remedies regarding alcohol or other drugs.

 

o   Title IX prohibits retaliation and University officials will take steps to prevent retaliation and take strong responsive action if retaliation occurs.  If retaliation occurs, you may contact the Title IX Deputy Coordinator for Students, Katsura Kurita at 410-617-5646, Title IX Deputy for Public Safety and Crimes, Timothy Fox at 410-617-2863, Title IX Deputy for Faculty and Staff, Maryalice Meister at 410-617-1345, Title IX Coordinator for the University, Kathleen Parnell at 410-617-1350, or the Director of Student Life, Christina Spearman, at 410-617-2488.

 

o   Disciplinary action may be limited if confidentiality is requested.  However, the University will pursue other steps to limit the effects of the alleged harassment and prevent its reoccurrence.  Additionally, the University has to evaluate other factors, such as, the responsibility to provide a safe and non-discriminatory environment for all community members when determining next steps.

 

o   There are interim measures that may be offered to victims (“complainants”), which may include but are not limited to: no contact order; new housing assignment; changes to class schedules; assistance with rescheduling an academic assignment (paper, exam, etc.); tutoring support; changes to work schedules/situations; transportation assistance and escorts to and from campus locations; medical leave of absence including financial impacts; interim suspension for the respondent; and other measures for safety as necessary. These requests should be made through the appropriate Title IX Coordinator.

 

o   In a report of sexual misconduct, mediation will not be used.

 

o   University officials are required to document the reports of sexual misconduct for general Clery Act statistics. There will be no personally identifiable information about the complainant shared in that report. Your identity will remain anonymous.

 

Privacy and discretion will be exercised in every incident.  If a complainant requests privacy or asks that the complaint not be pursued, the University will take all reasonable steps to investigate and respond to the complaint, consistent with the request.  If a request that the complainant’s name or other identifiable information not be disclosed to the alleged perpetrator (“respondent”), the University's ability to respond may be limited.

Each party may disclose information to persons who need to know it in order to participate in or administer the process, and/or to provide support and assistance.  Parents or guardians of students will not be contacted by the University except at your request or in the case of a health and safety emergency.  If the University is required to notify the community of the incident, including recording the assault in the campus crime log, no identifying information will be included, to the extent permissible by law. 

Medical Recommendations:  It is strongly encouraged that complainants seek medical assistance in cases of sexual assault or misconduct.  Maryland regulations provide that the Sexual Assault Forensics Examination (SAFE) be performed free of charge if seen within 120 hours of the alleged offense. 

o   Public Safety can provide transportation to Mercy Hospital located on 300 St. PaulsStreet at the Emergency Department at 410-332-9477, which is designated as the city's rape treatment centers.  Mercy has trained nurses who perform the Sexual Assault Forensic Examination (SAFE) program and will provide victim services. An on-call University staff member will also accompany and assist a student at the hospital.

 

o   It is recommended that the complainant not take a shower or wash or discard clothing he or she was wearing at the time of the assault.  All clothing (including underwear) should be put into a paper bag and brought to the hospital. 

 

o   You do not have to decide whether or not to file charges before obtaining a forensic exam.  The exam is free and the evidence will be retained for one year and one day in Baltimore City.  If you wish to remain anonymous you can have the exam listed as a Jane Doe/John Doe name for confidentiality.  Having a forensic exam is an important step to preserve evidence for a criminal offense if charges are filed.

 

Counseling Services:  Reports made to a licensed counselor or health care provider are confidential and will not be reported for investigation without the complainant's permission unless an imminent threat exists.

o   The Counseling Center is located in Humanities 150 and students can reach them at 410-617-2273 (CARE).  You can also access REACT on-line at http://www.loyola.edu/department/counselingcenter .  The Office of Student Support and Wellness Promotions is located in Seton 02B, and students can schedule appointments with an alcohol and other drug counselor at 410-617-2928.  Employees can call the Employee Assistance Program 24/7 at 1-800-765-0770.

 

o   You may also seek assistance off campus by contacting TurnAround (sexual assault and domestic violence support services) at 443-279-0379 (24 hour helpline), the House of Ruth (domestic violence only) 24 hours a day at 410-889-7884, Hopeworks for Howard County (24 hour hotline) at 410-997-2272, or the Sexual Assault /Domestic Violence 24-hour hotline for Baltimore and Carroll Counties at 410-828-6390.

 

Options for Reporting:  You can change your mind about the type of report you wish to file at any time, to do so contact the Title IX Coordinators, Public Safety or Student Life.   

You may file a complaint via the on-campus disciplinary process through the Student Conduct process and/or with the Baltimore City, Baltimore County or Howard County Police for criminal prosecution depending on the location of the incident.  You can enact both processes, as they are different, and they can proceed at the same time.  Alternately, you do not have to choose either process at this time.  The University does, however, have to take action to limit the effects of the alleged incident, prevent reoccurrence and may need to inform and notify the community via PM Evergreen if a threat still exists in such cases when the alleged respondent is not able to be located.  These notices will not include dentifying information. 

o   Student Conduct Process (on-campus):  You can initiate the student conduct process by reporting the incident to Public Safety or the Director of Student Life.  The sexual misconduct section of the Student Conduct process is outlined on pages 35-42 of the Community Standards, and is online at http://www.loyola.edu/department/studentlife/studentconduct. 

 

o   Public Safety can be reached at 410-617-50I0.

o   The Director of Student Life can be reached at 410-617-2488.

o   After hours, you can call Public Safety 410-617-5010 or 5911 and ask for an officer to respond or ask to be connected to the Student Life Assistant Director who is “on call.”  An Officer, a Student Life representative, and a counselor or the Sexual Violence Prevention Coordinator will respond and speak with the student(s).

 

o   Employee Complaint Process (on-campus): You can initiate a formal complaint by contacting Human Resources at 410-617-2354. The process is outlined in Policy 8.7.4 of the Staff and Administrator Policy Manual.

 

o   Criminal Process (off-campus): You have the right to file a report with Baltimore City, Baltimore County or Howard County Police.

o   Public Safety can help you contact the appropriate law enforcement officials and work with the officials to pursue criminal charges against the alleged respondent.

 

o   If you would like to file criminal charges, a Sexual Assault Forensic Examination (SAFE) is recommended and must be collected within 120 hours of the incident in order for it to be admissible in court.  The SAFE examination is used to medically evaluate the incident and collect evidence from the body. You should also expect the Baltimore Police Crime Scene Unit to secure the site and collect evidence from student rooms, common areas and other areas that may produce evidence from the incident.  Evidence collection is very important when pursuing criminal charges. 

 

o   The University’s Title IX website provides definitions for rape, domestic violence, stalking, and other sexual offenses under Maryland criminal law at http://www.loyola.edu/department/title-ix.

 

o   Information regarding legal assistance and attorneys who can help to secure a protective order or peace order, may be found at obtained by contacting MCASA’s Sexual Assault Legal Institute (SALI) at 301-565-2277 or toll-free at 1-877-496-SALI.  The following link from the Maryland Judiciary provides information on how to file for a peace or protective order at http://mdcourts.gov/courtforms/joint/ccdcdvpo001br.pdf. The University does not recommend particular private attorneys, but you may wish to use the referral service of the Maryland State Bar Association at 800-492-1964, or online at http://www.rn sba.org which can also provide referrals to attorneys for visa and immigration services.  The State’s Attorney’s office can be reached at 443-984-6096 or 443-984-6094.  

 

o   External Complaints (off-campus): You have the right to file complaints of sex discrimination with an external governmental agency. This may happen before, after or during an on-campus and/or off-campus grievance process.  Complaints may filed with the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, The Wanamaker Building, Suite 515, 100 Penn Square East, Philadelphia, PA  19107, telephone at 1-800-421-3481, or 215-656-8541, or by email at OCR.Philadelphia@ed.gov.

 

o   The right to have an advisor of choice to support and accompany you through the University’s investigation and resolution of the complaint.  In matters involving sexual assault, stalking and dating and domestic violence incidents, advisors may assist a party with understanding the investigation process and preparing for meetings and interviews; attend meetings and interviews with the party; review any statements prepared by the party; and provide assistance and support to the party as the party moves through the process.  Advisors may not speak on behalf of the party at any meetings or interviews or through any written documents.  Advisors should consult with the appropriate Title IX Coordinators on any questions that arise during the process.  The Title IX Deputy Coordinator for Students maintains a list of staff advisors who have been specifically trained in the policy and processes, including available support services related to sexual misconduct, relationship violence, and stalking.  An advisor can be recommended upon request.  Note employees of the University who serve as investigators, adjudicators, or witnesses for a particular incident are not able to serve as advisors to avoid a conflict of interest.

 

o   Regular updates on the status of a complaint will be provided to both parties.  The complainant and respondent will be simultaneously informed in writing of the outcome of the investigation, and, if the incident is referred to the disciplinary process, both parties will be notified in a timely manner of the date, time, and location of the hearing along with the documents obtained during the investigation.  Further, both parties will be simultaneously advised of a) the decision of the hearing panel, b) procedures to appeal the decision, c) any change that occurs to the outcome prior to the time that it becomes final, and d) when the results become final. 

 

Note that different procedures apply when an employee or faculty member is accused of sexual harassment or sexual misconduct.  Refer to the Harassment and Discrimination Policy at www.loyola.edu/department/title-ix/policy.

o   Potential sanctions that may be imposed if the respondent is found responsible for a violation of sexual misconduct under the Student Conduct Process in the Community Standards.  Violations of the sexual misconduct section are serious and although there are no standard sanctions outlined for these violations, a range of sanctions may include the following: written reprimand; fine; restitution; educational project; alcohol and drug screening/education/treatment; civility hours; parental notification; restricted access or privileges such as attendance at senior week events; loss of room selection privileges; relocation to another residence; restricted contact; social restrictions; residence hall probation; disciplinary probation; deferred suspension from the residence halls; deferred suspension from the University; suspension from the residence halls; suspension from the University; expulsion; student development assessment and evaluation; periodic drug testing; postponement of activity participation and conferring of honors and degrees; mentoring with an administrator; Jesuit reflection; and continuation/modification or interim measures. 

 

o   Title IX Coordinators

 

Title IX Coordinator for the University:

Kathleen Parnell, Assistant Vice President

for Human Resources

5000 York Road

410-617-1350

kparnell@loyola.edu

Title IX Deputy for Faculty, Staff & Administrators:

Maryalice Meister, Director for Human Resources Generalists Services

5000 York Road

410-617-1345

mmeister@loyola.edu

 

Title IX Deputy for Students:

Katsura Kurita, Assistant Vice President

for Student Development

110 Jenkins Hall

410-617-5646 (direct)

410-617-5171 (main)

kkurita@loyola.edu

 

Title IX Deputy for Public Safety and Crimes:

Timothy Fox

Director for Public Safety

5104 York Road

410-617-2853

tfox@loyola.edu

 

 

 

Protective and Peace Orders

Type Of Order

Rights of Victims

Institution’s Responsibilities

Orders of protection

A Final Protective Order: (a) may be in effect for as long as one (1) year, and the court for good cause may extend the term of the Final Protective Order for an additional six (6) months after a further hearing; or (b) may be extended for a period not to exceed two (2) years, if a judge finds the Respondent has committed a subsequent act of abuse against the Petitioner or a protected person; or (c) may last for as long as two (2) years, if there is a finding that this is a subsequent act of abuse committed within one (1) year after the date that a prior Final Protective Order issued against the same Respondent on behalf of the same person eligible for relief expires, and the prior Final Protective Order was issued for a period of at least six (6) months.

The director of public safety or her/his designee can assist the victim in contacting the appropriate law enforcement officials and in working with these officials to pursue criminal charges against the alleged respondent.

Peace Orders

A peace order is similar to a domestic violence protective order in that they both require you to be a victim of abuse and they both offer you similar forms of protection from the abuser. However, if your relationship to the abuser falls under the category for a domestic violence protective order, you would NOT be eligible for a peace order.

The director of public safety or her/his designee can assist the victim in contacting the appropriate law enforcement officials and in working with these officials to pursue criminal charges against the alleged respondent.

Type of Order:

Who Can File For One:

Court:

Based On:

Domestic Violence 

Civil Protection 

Order   

A final protective order will generally last up to one year, however, it can last for up to two years, if the same person abused you again within 1 year of your old order

Family or household members 

including : 

- Spouses, former spouses 

- Parent, child, foster parent 

- People who have kids together 

- Intimate partners who lived 

together for at least 90 days during the 1 year period before filing for order
- Individuals who lived together for at least 90 days during the 1 year period before filing for order

 

You can get a “petition for protection, from the court clerk at any circuit or district court, or from a district court commissioner in your city/county. District court commissioners are available anytime if the courts are closed

Causing or trying  to 

cause injury or placing 

someone in fear of 

imminent serious harm 

(Courts use different 

requirements for how 

recent the incident 

must be) 

Stalking Protection 

Order  

A final protective order will generally last up to one year, however, it can last for up to two years, if the same person abused you again within 1 year of your old order

 

Any person who is a victim of 

Stalking a relationship with stalker

is required. 

You can get a “petition for protection, from the court clerk at any circuit or district court, or from a district court commissioner in your city/county. District court commissioners are available anytime if the courts are closed

Pattern of conduct (2 
or more events), 
closely related in time, 
that cause distress or 
make a victim believe 
the stalker will cause 
harm

Sexually Oriented 

Offense Protection 

Order 

A final protective order will generally last up to one year, however, it can last for up to two years, if the same person abused you again within 1 year of your old order

Any person who was a victim of  a 

sexually oriented offense (see ORC 

2950.01). No relationship with 

respondent is required. Case does not 

have to be criminally prosecuted. 

You can get a “petition for protection, from the court clerk at any circuit or district court, or from a district court commissioner in your city/county. District court commissioners are available anytime if the courts are closed

Sexual assault or 

unwanted sexual 

contact (see ORC 

2950.01)

Juvenile Protection 

Order – until abuser 

reaches age 19 

Victim of abuse by a person who is 

under age 18, or the victim’s parent 

or other household member, or 

other parties the Court approves.

Juvenile Court – where 

victim lives 

Assault, stalking, sexual 

offenses, threats of 

harm or aggravated 

trespass

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Protective and peace orders may be sought through the court system by visiting the State of Maryland District Court Commission building at 500 North Calvert Street, by contacting a court commissioner or by calling 410-767-5774. Protective orders and peace orders may be sought through the court system; DPS will provide assistance in obtaining orders of protection upon request. 

 Loyola University Maryland complies with Maryland law in recognizing orders of protection, any person who obtains an order of protection from Maryland or any reciprocal state (Under the Federal Full Faith and Credit Act, every state in the union has to enforce MD Protection Orders and Maryland does the same for the other 49 states).  Complainants who have acquired protective measures should provide a copy to DPS and/or the Office of the Title IX Coordinator. A complainant can then choose to meet with DPS to develop a Safety Action Plan, which is a plan for DPS and the complainant to reduce risk of harm while on campus or coming and going from campus. This plan may include, but is not limited to: escorts, special parking arrangements, providing a temporary cellphone, changing classroom location or allowing a student to complete assignments from home, etc.) The University cannot apply for a legal order of protection, no contact order or restraining order for a complainant from the applicable jurisdiction(s), but will provide guidance to complainants on how to obtain protective orders.

Two types of protective orders are available to complainants in the State of Maryland:

Complainants are required to apply directly for these services by filing for petitions (forms) for protective orders which can be obtained from any circuit or District Court clerk or District Court commissioner. Petitions for peace orders must be obtained from a District Court clerk or commissioner. All forms are available at: www.mdcourts.gov/courtforms.

How Can I File for a Protective Order?

1.      Complete a Petition for Protective Order (CC-DC/DV1)

2.      File at the right location

Maryland

On and Off Campus services for Victims:

Upon receipt of a report of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking, Loyola University will provide written notification to students and employees about existing assistance with and/or information about obtaining resources and services including counseling, health, mental health, victim advocacy, legal assistance, visa and immigration assistance, student financial aid and assistance in notifying appropriate local law enforcement. These resources include the following:

 

ON CAMPUS

Type of Services Available

Service Provider

Contact Information

Pastoral Care

Spiritual Accompaniment 

Campus Ministry

Cohn Hall, Room 100
410-617- 2222

Health

Confidential Health Care

Loyola University Student Health and Education Services

4502 A Seton Court

410-617-5055

Mental Health

Professional Counselors

Loyola University Counseling Center

Humanities, Room 150 410-617-CARE (2273)

Victim Advocacy

Advocacy

Loyola University Women’s Center

4504 A Seton Court 410-617-2699

Visa and Immigration Assistance

Referral

Loyola University Office of International Programs

Humanities, Room 132 410-617-2910

Student Financial Aid

Financial Aid Services

Loyola University Student Administrative Services

Maryland Hall         Room 140  

410-617-5047

Other

Support and Wellness Promotion offering individual support services and counseling

Loyola University Office of Student Support and Wellness Promotion

4502 B Seton Court 410-617-2928

 


 

 

Off Campus

Types of Services Available

Service Provider

Contact Information

Forensic Nurses

Baltimore City

Forensic exam

Mercy Hospital

Mercy Medical Center
345 St. Paul Place
Baltimore MD 21202
410-332-9494

Victim Advocacy

Advocacy

 (domestic violence)

TurnAround

Baltimore City:
443-279-0379
Baltimore County:
410- 377-8111

Victim Advocacy

Advocacy

(sexual assault/domestic violence)

Sexual Assault Abuse/Domestic Violence 24 –hour hotline

410-828-6390

Victim Advocacy

Howard County

Advocacy

 (domestic violence)

Hopeworks

410-997-0304
Hotline: 410-997-2272

State of Maryland District Court Commission

Orders of Protection

Peace Orders

State of Maryland District Court Commission

500 N. Calvert Street
Baltimore MD
410-767-5774

Victim Services

Victim Abuse Services

House of Ruth

24 hour hotline:
410-889-7884

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Counseling Services

EAP

1-800-765-0770

Employee Assistance Program: Legal Assistance

Legal Consultation and Referral Services

EAP

1-800-765-0770

 

Other resources available to persons who report being the victim of sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence or stalking include:

http://www.rainn.org – Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network
http://www.ovw.usdoj.gov/sexassault.htm - Department of Justice
http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/index.html Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights

 

Filing a Complaint and Procedures for Adjudicating Charges of Sexual Misconduct

What follows are: the steps; anticipated timelines; decision-making process; how to file a disciplinary complaint; and, how the institution determines which type of proceeding to use based on the circumstances of an allegation of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault or stalking.

 

If you believe that you have been the victim of sexual misconduct on University property, at a University-sponsored event regardless of location, or in the administration of any of Loyola’s educational programs or activities, you are encouraged to report the incident to one of the following individuals:

 

Title IX Coordinator for the University:

Kathleen Parnell, Assistant Vice President for Human Resources

5000 York Road

410-617-1350

kparnell@loyola.edu

 

Title IX Deputy for Students:

Katsura Kurita, Assistant Vice President for Student Development

110 Jenkins Hall

410-617-5646 (direct)

410-617-5171 (main)

kkurita@loyola.edu

 

Title IX Deputy for Faculty, Staff, and Administrators:

Maryalice Meister, Director for Human Resources Generalists Services

5000 York Road

410-617-1367

mlmeister@loyola.edu

 

Title IX Deputy for Public Safety and Crimes:

Timothy Fox, Director for Public Safety

5104 York Road

410-617-2853

tfox@loyola.edu

 

Reports of sexual misconduct also can be made to any “responsible employee”, defined as any University administrator, campus police, coach, trainer, resident assistant, or non-confidential first responder who has the authority to take action to redress the sexual misconduct or whom a student could reasonably believe has such authority or duty. Campus Police and the student life on-call staff can be reached at 410-617-5010.

 

You will be asked to provide a statement to the investigating campus police officer and an assistant or associate director of student life. It is important to give as much information as possible as your statement will serve as the basis for further investigation of any case and any resulting campus charges. You will be provided with a written explanation of your rights and options as described in this policy. If you or any witnesses report sexual misconduct, you will not be subject to disciplinary action for your own personal consumption of alcohol or drugs at or near the time of the incident. The University may initiate an educational discussion or pursue other educational remedies regarding alcohol or other drugs. The University encourages any student who has been a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking to consult their parents/guardians and to report the incident to the Baltimore City Police. The director of public safety or their designee can assist the complainant in contacting the appropriate law enforcement officials and in working with these officials to pursue criminal charges against the respondent. Complainants also have the option to decline to notify law enforcement authorities. Protective orders and peace orders may be sought through the court system. Baltimore City Police can be reached by calling 911.

 

If you have been the victim of sexual misconduct but do not want to report it for investigation, you may seek out a counselor or psychologist in the Counseling Center. The Counseling Center can be reached at 410-617-2273. Reports made to a licensed counselor, clergy acting in their pastoral role, or treating health care provider are confidential and will not be reported for investigation without your permission unless an imminent threat exists. The Student Health Center can be reached at 410-617-5055. If you would like to seek counseling assistance off campus, you may contact TurnAround 24 hours a day at 443-279-0379, House of Ruth 24 hours a day at 410-889-7884, or the Sexual Assault /Domestic Violence 24-hour

hotline for Baltimore and Carroll Counties at 410-828-6390.

 

Students are encouraged to seek medical assistance in cases of sexual misconduct. Upon request, campus police will provide transportation to Mercy Hospital, designated as one of the city’s rape treatment centers. This hospital is equipped to perform the Sexual Assault Forensics Exam (SAFE) and provide victim services. It is important to preserve evidence for proof of a criminal offense if charges may be filed.

 

Interim measures may be offered to a student who has been the victim of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or sexual exploitation. These interim measures may include but are not limited to: no contact order, new housing assignment, changes to class schedules, assistance with rescheduling an academic assignment (paper, exam, etc.), tutoring support, changes to work schedules/situations, transportation assistance and escorts to and from campus locations, interim suspension for the respondent, and other measures for safety as necessary.

 

Procedures for Adjudicating Charges of Sexual Misconduct for Accused Students

 

The University’s procedures provide for prompt, fair, and impartial investigation and resolution of all reports of sexual misconduct. Investigations and hearings will be conducted by officials who have received annual training on the issues related to domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking and on how to conduct an investigation and hearing process that protects the safety of complainants and promotes accountability. The timeframe for conducting the investigation and resolving the complaint is usually less than 60 days, not including the appeal process. However, this timeframe may be extended for good reason. In cases where law enforcement is involved, the University will cooperate with all investigative efforts and will promptly resume its own investigation of the case when permitted to do so.

 

Due to the usually private nature of these actions, the University may not be able to pursue charges of sexual misconduct unless the complainant acts as the accuser and primary witness. However, in cases where there may be a witness to the alleged violation, or in cases where the complainant requests that the University pursue the case even though she/he is unwilling to act as the accuser, or in cases in which pursuing the case is in the best interest of the University, the University reserves the right to pursue a case to its conclusion.

 

Upon becoming aware of an allegation of sexual misconduct against a student, the Office of Student Life and the Department of Public Safety, in consultation with the Title IX Deputy Coordinator, will initiate an investigation and take actions deemed necessary to protect the emotional well-being of the individuals involved, as well as the educational environment of the University community. These actions may include, but are not limited to, relocating residence hall assignments, restricting access to certain campus buildings, prohibiting contact between the respondent, the complainant, or witnesses, or suspending the respondent from campus pending the hearing. All hearings, also known as proceedings, involving sexual misconduct will be conducted in accordance with the normal rules and procedures of the student conduct process with special sensitivity to the nature of the charges and the best interests of all parties involved. All participants are expected to maintain confidentiality regarding the proceedings, except that the complainant and the respondent may not be required to maintain confidentiality as to the outcome of the proceedings. In recognition of the unique nature of sexual misconduct cases, the procedures specified in this section supersede any conflicting provisions of the University student conduct process. Actions by the police or criminal courts do not in any way preclude a student from pursuing charges through the University’s student conduct system. Similarly, pursuit of charges through the University’s student conduct system does not preclude the pursuit of criminal charges.

 

i. The sexual misconduct hearing panel will be comprised of one faculty member, one administrator, and the Associate Director of Student Life for Student Conduct or their designee. All panel members will receive special training on sexual misconduct cases.

 

ii. If, in the judgment of the Associate Director of Student Life for Student Conduct or their designee, the timing of the charges precludes the participation of a faculty member, the Associate Director of Student Life for Student Conduct and a student development administrator will serve as hearing officers for the case.

 

iii. The respondent and complainant may each have an advisor present throughout the entire process, including the hearing. The advisor is not allowed to address the investigators, address the hearing panel, or question witnesses. The advisor cannot serve as a witness. Both the complainant and the respondent can have an advisor of choice, which can include parents, attorneys, or others who are not fulltime members of the University community. Disruptive advisors will be removed from the process, and the process will continue. Students are required to notify the Office of Student Life 24 hours in advance of the hearing date if a student plans to bring an advisor. Advisors can request an outline of their role and expectations for their participation in the student conduct process.

 

iv. Under Title IX, both the respondent and complainant have a right to similar and timely access to information that will be used at the hearing. Although hearing materials become part of a charged student’s educational record under FERPA, the University reserves the right to share relevant case materials with both parties.

 

v. The respondent and the complainant each have the right to bring witnesses to the hearing to testify on their behalf. There is no limitation placed on the number of fact witnesses; however, students are limited to two character witnesses to testify on their behalf. Students are encouraged to notify the hearing officer of witnesses attending the hearing at least 24 hours in advance of the hearing. In the event that a witness cannot attend a hearing, the witness may email or personally deliver a signed written statement directly to the hearing officer in advance of the scheduled hearing.

 

vi. The hearing will begin with the panel chair going over the student rights and responsibilities for the respondent, and then reading their charges. The respondent will have the opportunity to present an opening statement to the panel that describes their involvement and/or responsibility in the incident. The complainant will then have an opportunity to present their statement to the panel. The complainant may choose to present her/his testimony outside of the presence of the respondent but the respondent will be able to listen to the testimony by intercom. The complainant has the right to be present for or listen to all testimony given during the hearing, if he/she so chooses. The panel will then call witnesses and has the ability to recall the respondent and any witness, including the complainant, for clarification. The complainant has the right to provide a written impact statement that describes how the incident has affected them. The impact statement is reviewed by the hearing panel only if a determination of responsibility is made and before a sanction is determined. If an impact statement was submitted and reviewed by the hearing panel, a copy will be provided to the respondent with the decision letter.

 

vii. Statements or questions regarding the past sexual history of the respondent or complainant generally will not be permissible as evidence during the hearing except as they relate to the past sexual history of the respondent with the complainant.

 

viii. The degree of impairment of the complainant’s ability to give or withhold consent may be introduced into evidence.

 

ix. The panel will use a preponderance of evidence standard to evaluate complaints of sexual misconduct. If the panel determines that the respondent is responsible for a violation of this policy, the panel will decide the appropriate sanctions in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct. Drug or alcohol use by the respondent is not a defense to a charge of sexual misconduct and will not be considered a mitigating factor in assessing an appropriate sanction. Violations of the sexual misconduct policy are serious and although there are no standard sanctions outlined for violations of this policy, a range of sanctions may include the following: written reprimand, fine, restitution, educational project, alcohol and drug screening/education/treatment, civility hours, parental notification, restricted access or privileges, senior week, loss of room selection privileges, relocation to another residence, restricted contact, social restrictions, residence hall probation, disciplinary probation, deferred suspension from the residence

halls, deferred suspension from the University, suspension from the residence halls, suspension from the University, expulsion, student development assessment and evaluation, periodic drug testing, postponement of activity participation and conferring of honors and degrees, mentoring with an administrator, Jesuit reflection, and continuation/modification or interim measures.

 

x. The respondent and the complainant will be informed simultaneously in writing of the outcome of the hearing, also known as the result, normally within five working days. Both parties will receive written notice of any sanctions imposed on the respondent, except that in cases of non-violent sexual harassment the complainant will only receive notice of any sanctions that relate directly to the complainant. The result must also include the rationale for the result and the sanctions.

 

xi. If the respondent is found responsible for a sexual misconduct violation, he/she may appeal the decision and/or the sanction to the University Board on Discipline. If the complainant disagrees with the findings or sanctions given to the respondent, he/she also may appeal to the University Board on Discipline. Each party is allowed one opportunity for appeal. Appeal letters should clearly state in the opening paragraph the reasons for a student’s appeal, based on one of more of the grounds outlined below:

The student alleges that their rights to a fair hearing were violated.

The student alleges that the decision/outcome is not supported by or is inconsistent with the evidence.

The student alleges that new evidence that was not available for the original hearing might impact the decision of responsibility or determination of sanction.

The student alleges that the sanctions imposed are grossly disproportionate to the findings of responsibility.

 

The burden is on the student to provide support for the asserted grounds in the appeal letter. Failure to follow the guidelines or to provide sufficient support for the allegations will result in the dismissal of the appeal without further proceedings. No panel members who were involved in the original hearing will serve on the University Board on Discipline for the appeal hearing. For appeals in sexual misconduct cases, the Board is comprised of two faculty members, one voting administrator, and a non-voting administrator from the Student Development Division.

 

xii. When an appeal letter is submitted, the other party will be given notice of the grounds of the appeal and will be provided the opportunity to submit a response. In cases where appeals are submitted by both parties, both appeals will be reviewed by the same board. Each student will have the ability to present their grounds for appeal and any new evidence, as well as respond to questions from the board and hear the rationale from the hearing officer who chaired the panel that made the original decision. The burden is on each student to present grounds for their appeal to the board that will then make the final decision regarding the findings and sanction(s) associated with the case. This decision will be communicated in writing to both the respondent and the complainant within five working days of the appeal hearing. If only one party appeals, the other party has the right to attend the hearing and participate even if he/she chooses not to appeal.

 

xiii. At any time during the student conduct process if the complainant or respondent desires to seek the services of the counseling center or Campus Ministry staff, he/she may contact these offices directly or through the Director of Student Life.

 

Retaliation

Any retaliation, reprisal, or intimidation directed toward a complainant or anyone else as a result of reporting or participating in an investigation or adjudication of alleged sexual misconduct is strictly prohibited. Any incidents of retaliation should be reported immediately to Student Life and are considered a serious violation.

 

Directory Information

Victims may request that directory information on file with the University be withheld by contacting Office of Technology Services.

 

Objectivity in Hearing Process

At the beginning of the hearing, the accused student is asked if there is any reason why a panel member(s) should not serve on the hearing panel. If yes, the accused student is asked to provide rationale, and the Hearing Officer will rule if the objection is credible and warranted.

 

Sexual Assault Policies and processes for Accused Faculty, Administrators and Staff  

 

The Loyola University sexual assault policies and procedures for faculty, administrators, and staff are outlined in the Staff and Administrators Policy Manual. The following are the germane sections of the manual, for the Harassment and Discrimination Policy and Procedures:

 

            a. Policy - Loyola University Maryland does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or any other legally protected classification in the administration of any of its educational programs and activities or with respect to admission or employment. Prohibited discrimination includes harassment on the basis of a protected classification and harassment based on participation in any "protected activity." Complaints of domestic violence, dating violence, stalking (whether or not based on a protected classification), and sexual exploitation are also addressed under this policy.

 

Discrimination, harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual exploitation are inconsistent with Loyola's commitment to excellence and respect for all individuals.  Loyola is also committed to protecting the academic freedom and freedom of expression of all members of the University community. This policy shall be applied in a manner that protects the academic freedom and freedom of expression of all parties to a complaint. Academic freedom and freedom of expression include but are not limited to the expression of ideas, however controversial, in the classroom, residence hall, and, in keeping with different responsibilities, in workplaces elsewhere in the University community.

 

            b. Scope- This policy prohibits discrimination, harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual exploitation of students, employees or program participants of Loyola University Maryland by anyone on University property or at University-sponsored activities. This policy applies to situations in which the person alleging a violation (the "complainant") or the person accused of a violation (the "respondent") is an employee, student, or program participant of Loyola University Maryland. Loyola students and employees who are studying or teaching off-campus (e.g., semester abroad) or are on a leave of absence (e.g., medical leave, sabbatical) remain covered by this policy.

 

Allegations against student employees in their capacity as employees are resolved through this policy by the director of student life and the director of human resources generalist services.

Allegations against students in their capacity as students are resolved through the student conduct process rather than under this policy. The Community Standards can be found at http://www.loyola.edu/department/studentlife/studentconduct.

 

Allegations involving individuals who are not current employees or students of Loyola (e.g., applicants for admission or employment, alumni, independent contractors, vendors, recruiters) are addressed on a case-by-case basis using an appropriate procedure as determined by the human resources office.

 

Harassment other than on the basis of a protected classification is also prohibited by University policy and may be the subject of a complaint using the Grievance Policy and Hearing Procedures (Section 8.18 of the Staff and Administrator Policy Manual).

 

            c. Compliance- The designated official to ensure Loyola's compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended, which prohibits sex discrimination including sexual harassment and sexual violence, is Kathleen M. Parnell, Assistant Vice President for Human Resources, 5000 York Road, Suite 200, Baltimore, MD 21212, Phone: 410-617-2354, Email:  kmparnell@loyola.edu.

 

The designated official to ensure Loyola's compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of handicap/disability, is Katsura Kurita, Assistant Vice President for Student Development, 4501 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, Maryland, 21210, Phone: 410­-617-5646, Email:  kkurita@loyola.edu.

Complaints may also be filed with the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Civil Rights (www.ed.gov).

 

This policy, the following Procedures for Resolution of Complaints, and the Community Standards are only part of Loyola's effort to prevent discrimination and harassment, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual exploitation in our community. In addition to spelling out steps for making and resolving complaints, the University is also committed to programs of education and prevention.

 

            d. Definitions-

 

1. Dating violence encompasses a broad range of behaviors, including sexual assault, physical abuse, and other forms of violence committed by a person who is or has been in a social relationship of a romantic or intimate nature with the complainant and where the existence of such a relationship is determined based on the length of the relationship, the type of relationship, and the frequency of interaction between the persons involved in the relationship.

 

2. Domestic violence includes felony or misdemeanor crimes of violence committed by a current or former spouse of the victim by a person with whom the victim shares a child in common, by a person who is cohabitating with or has cohabitated with the victim as a spouse, by a person similarly situated to a spouse of the victim under the domestic or family violence laws of Maryland, or by any other person against an adult or youth victim who is protected from that person’s acts under the domestic violence laws of Maryland.

 

3. Harassment means unwelcome verbal, written or physical conduct based on a protected classification (race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, or any other legally protected classification) that has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's work or education (including living conditions) or that creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment.

 

4. Sexual assault includes any sexual act or sexual contact without consent, including intercourse; oral sex; unwanted touching of an intimate body part of another person such as sexual organs, buttocks, or breasts; or an attempt of any of the above.  Rape is a type of sexual assault.  For purposes of this definition, “consent” means an affirmative indication of a voluntary agreement to engage in the particular sexual act or conduct in question.  Consent for one sexual act or conduct does not constitute consent to all sexual acts or conduct.  Consent can be withdrawn at any time, and once withdrawal of consent has been expressed, sexual activity must cease.  Consent cannot be obtained through the use of force, threat, intimidation, or coercion.  Consent cannot be given by someone who is not able to effectively communicate or to understand the nature of the conduct being engaged in as a result of incapacitation due to consuming drugs or alcohol or for any other reason (including but not limited to being unconscious, asleep, or otherwise unaware that sexual activity is occurring. Incapacitation may also exist because of a physical, mental or developmental disability.  Silence or absence of resistance on the part an individual does not constitute his or her consent. For more information on the University’s response to sexual assault, refer to the Annual Security Report found at http://www.loyola.edu/department/publicsafety/reporting/annual-security-report.

 

5. Sexual exploitation means taking non-consensual or abusive sexual advantage of another person for one’s own advantage or benefit or for the advantage or benefit of anyone other than the person being exploited. Examples include but are not limited to non-consensual photography, video-, or audio-recording sexual images or activity, distributing images of sexual activity without consent, allowing others to observe a consensual sexual act without the prior knowledge or consent of all involved parties, and voyeurism.

 

6. Sexual harassment is a form of harassment with specific distinguishing characteristics. It consists of unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, or other verbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:

      a. submission to such conduct is made, explicitly or implicitly, a term or condition of an individual's employment or education; or

      b. submission to or rejection of such conduct is used as a basis for employment or educational decisions affecting an individual; or

      c. such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with an individual's work or education (including living conditions), or

      d. creating an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment.

 

7. Sexual misconduct includes sexual harassment, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. Additional procedures and information specifically related to sexual misconduct are outlined below in Section 8.8.

 

8. Stalking means engaging in a course of conduct directed at a specific person that would cause a reasonable person to fear for his or her safety or the safety of others, or suffer substantial emotional distress.

 

            e. Retaliation - It is a violation of Loyola's harassment and discrimination policy to retaliate against any person for making an allegation or participating in an investigation of an alleged violation of this policy. A complaint of retaliation may be pursued using the steps set forth in this policy. When necessary, the University will monitor student grading or faculty/staff reappointment, tenure, promotion, merit review, or other decisions in order to ensure that prohibited retaliation does not occur. The University reserves the right to take immediate measures to prevent violations pending the outcome of any proceedings under this policy.

 

            f. Knowingly Filing False Complaints - Knowingly filing a false complaint of harassment, discrimination, retaliation, domestic violence, dating violence, or stalking is a violation of this policy. Employees who knowingly file a false complaint are subject to disciplinary action.

 

            g. Intentional Breaches of Confidentiality - Participants in this process, including the complainant and respondent, witnesses, investigators, supervisors/department chairs or their designees, and University officers may be directed to maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding the proceedings in order to protect the integrity of the investigation, to protect the privacy rights of the individuals involved, or for other valid reasons, provided that a complainant or respondent may not be required to maintain confidentiality as to the outcome of the investigation. Any questions regarding confidentiality, including who has a "need to know" in a particular case, should be directed to human resources.

 

A complaint alleging an intentional breach of confidentiality may be pursued using the procedures set forth below. Such a breach may also constitute an act of retaliation. A breach of confidentiality may void the outcome of any previously agreed-upon resolution to a complaint.

 

            h. Procedures for Resolution of Complaints

 

                        1. Introduction - The following Procedures provide for prompt, fair and impartial investigation and resolution of all reports of harassment and discrimination, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking or sexual exploitation within the Scope of this policy, whether or not a formal or informal complaint has been made. Investigations will be conducted by officials who have received appropriate annual training. Loyola will undertake immediate and appropriate corrective action whenever it determines that a violation of this policy has occurred.

 

In considering a complaint under this policy, the following understandings shall apply:

 

                                    a. Harassment must be distinguished from behavior that, even though unpleasant or disconcerting, is appropriate to the carrying out of certain instructional, advisory, or supervisory responsibilities.

 

                                    b. The conduct alleged to violate this policy should be evaluated from the perspective of a reasonable person similarly situated to the complainant and considering all the circumstances.

 

                                    c. Filing a complaint under this policy does not preclude an employee from filing a charge of employment discrimination with the EEOC, or Maryland Commission on Human Relations, within the time frames established by those agencies. Filing a complaint under this policy does not preclude a student or employee from filing a written complaint with the Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights within 180 calendar days of the date of the alleged discrimination.

 

            i. Informal Intervention - Any member of the Loyola community who believes that he or she has experienced harassment, discrimination, sexual assault, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, or sexual exploitation in violation of this policy is encouraged to report the incident(s) as soon as possible. A complainant may end the informal stage at any time and may initiate a formal complaint. 

 

j. Options for Informal Resolutions

Discuss the situation with the assistant vice president for human resources or other designated individuals who are available through the following offices:

 

            1. Undergraduate Students:

Office of Student Development

Dean of First-Year Students and Academic Services

Dean of Loyola College

Dean of the School of Education

Dean of the Sellinger School of Business and Management

Assistant Vice President Student Development and Title IX Deputy Coordinator

Assistant Vice President Human Resources and Title IX Coordinator

 

            2. Graduate and Professional Students:

Dean of Loyola College

Dean of the School of Education

Dean of the Sellinger School of Business and Management

Director of Graduate Admission

Associate Vice President Graduate Studies

Assistant Vice President and Director Athletics

Assistant Vice President Student Development and Title IX Deputy Coordinator

Assistant Vice President Human Resources and Title IX Coordinator

 

            3. Faculty:

Human Resources Office

Office of the Vice President for Academic Affairs

Associate Vice President for Academic Affairs and Diversity

 

            4. Deans

Assistant Vice President Human Resources and Title IX Coordinator

Title IX Deputy Coordinator for Faculty, Staff and Administrators

 

            5. Staff and Administrators:

Human Resources Office

Division Vice Presidents

Assistant Vice President Human Resources and Title IX Coordinator

Title IX Deputy Coordinator for Faculty, Staff and Administrators

 

Meet with the individual whose behavior is disturbing, discuss the situation, and make it clear that the behavior is unwanted. Such actions may be discussed with human resources in advance of the meeting. (Note: this option is not appropriate in cases of alleged sexual assault.)

Contact the supervisor/department chair or dean of the person whose behavior is disturbing and request assistance to stop the behavior.

 

For an informal interview, request assistance from the human resources office (ext. 2354).

 

The University also has three anonymous reporting methods:

 

·         Silent Witness Form, found at http://www.loyola.edu/department/publicsafety/silent-witness-form

·         EthicsPoint, found at https://secure.ethicspoint.com/domain/media/en/gui/18799/index.html

·         Bias Related Behaviors Report, found at

http://www.loyola.edu/department/reportbias.aspx

 

k. Assistance with Informal Interventions

 

                        1. Human resources may assist an individual who does not wish to file a formal complaint but who seeks informal intervention to end conduct that the person believes violates this policy.

 

                        2. Human resources, or another person designated by human resources, may discuss the alleged conduct with the respondent, remind him or her of University policies, and seek a commitment by the respondent to comply with these policies. In addition, appropriate disciplinary action may be taken, up to and including termination, depending on the nature and severity of the conduct and the respondent's overall work history.

 

                        3. After an informal intervention has concluded, human resources will collect and maintain all documentation concerning the complaint. Such a record will be kept in order to document that an informal complaint was made and that actions were taken in response to the complaint.

 

NOTE: Some forms of behavior that are disturbing to members of the Loyola community may not meet the definitions of behavior prohibited by this policy. Such behavior may, nonetheless, be prohibited by other policies, rules, or procedures. Questions about handling complaints under any other policies and procedures may be directed to deans and to human resources staff.

 

            l. Initiating a Formal Complaint

Formal complaints of harassment or discrimination should be filed with human resources as soon after the offending conduct as possible, but no later than 180 calendar days after the most recent conduct alleged to violate this policy. Human resources may grant a reasonable extension of any other time period established in these guidelines; however, the 180 calendar day time limit for filing a formal complaint shall not be extended.  The 180-calendar-day statute of limitation on the filing of claims is intended to encourage complainants to come forward as soon as possible after the offending conduct and to protect respondents against complaints that are too old to be effectively investigated. There may, however, be sound reasons why a complainant does not come forward within 180 calendar days. Although such a complaint cannot be pursued under the formal complaint procedures, there may still be options for responding to such complaints through counseling or informal intervention. If sufficient evidence is available, an investigation can be undertaken by appropriate authorities to determine if the behavior constitutes misconduct under other conduct processes.

 

            m. Written Complaint and Response - A formal complaint must be submitted in writing to human resources and signed by the complainant. This written complaint shall include the names of the complainant and the respondent and the details of the conduct alleged to violate this policy.  Within five calendar days of receiving the written complaint, human resources will provide the respondent with a copy of the complaint. The respondent must submit to human resources a response to the charges within 14 calendar days. Upon receipt of the respondent's answer to the complaint, the human resources office shall forward a copy of the response to the complainant.

 

            n. Investigation - Within five working days of receiving a copy of the response to the complaint, a designee of the human resources office will initiate an investigation to determine whether there is a reasonable basis for believing that the alleged violation of the policy occurred. During the investigation, the investigator will interview the complainant, the respondent, and any witnesses who may have direct relevant information to determine whether the conduct occurred and whether such conduct violated this policy. (In cases of alleged sexual assault, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking, both the complainant and the respondent shall have the same opportunities to be accompanied to any meeting or disciplinary proceeding by an advisor of their choice.)  In appropriate cases, including sexual misconduct investigations, interim measures may be put in place such as no contact orders, changes to work schedules/situations, interim suspension for the respondent, and other measures for safety as necessary.

 

            o. Settlement Negotiation - Within seven calendar days of receiving a copy of the response to the complaint, human resources shall schedule a meeting with each of the parties, together or separately, to attempt to negotiate a settlement of the complaint; provided, however, that the parties will not be requested or permitted to meet together in sexual misconduct cases.  A settlement shall occur when the parties agree to a resolution of the complaint in writing. A resolution may include, but is not limited to, withdrawal of the complaint without the right to re-file it; an agreement by the respondent to terminate or not repeat specific conduct; an apology; or participation in counseling. Human resources shall review all settlements to ensure that the parties fully understand the terms. If there is any sanction agreed to as part of the resolution, the official responsible for implementing any such sanction must also agree to the settlement.

 

            p. Finding, Determination, and Sanction - If a settlement is not reached within 30 calendar days of this initial meeting, human resources shall make a written determination, using a “preponderance of evidence” standard, which includes a finding of whether the conduct alleged in the complaint occurred and whether such conduct violated this policy. The written determination will be completed within five working days of the end of the settlement period, unless new information is brought forward during the negotiation period that requires further investigation. If human resources determines that the respondent violated this policy, human resources shall consult with the appropriate responsible individual to determine the sanction to be imposed by the University. Taking into account the nature and severity of the violation and the respondent's employment record, sanctions may include: mandatory assessment and compliance with treatment recommendations; prohibition from participating in grading, honors, recommendations, reappointment and promotion decisions, or other evaluations of the complainant; letter of reprimand and a copy of the complaint and its disposition placed in the respondent's personnel file; restrictions on the respondent's access to University resources, such as merit pay or other salary increases for a specific period; written warning or probation; or suspension or dismissal from the University.

 

Human resources shall notify the complainant and the respondent simultaneously, in writing, of the determination. If it is determined that the policy was violated, the notice will include the sanction(s) to be imposed.

 

            q. Responsible Official - In cases in which the respondent is a member of the faculty, the responsible official shall be the dean of the school or college to which the respondent belongs, or the vice president for academic affairs.  In cases in which the respondent is a non-faculty administrator or staff member, the responsible official shall be the appropriate vice president, or his/her designee. If the respondent is a non-faculty administrator or staff member in a division that reports directly to the president, the responsible official shall be designated by the president. If the respondent is the president, the responsible official shall be the Chairperson of the Board of Trustees.  In cases in which the respondent is a student employee (graduate or undergraduate); the responsible official shall be the appropriate vice president of the division or dean of the college in which the student is employed.

 

            r. Appeals to the President - [Note: In accordance with the Scope of this Policy, this appeals procedure does not apply to allegations against students that are resolved through the student conduct process.]

Within 14 days of receiving notice of the determination and the sanction, if any, the complainant or the respondent, or both, may file an appeal, in writing, to the president based on one or more of the following grounds:

                        1. The determination is not supported by the evidence.

                        2. Relevant new evidence that was not available for consideration prior to the determination has been discovered.

                        3. The sanction is disproportionate to the offense.

                        4. Procedural error(s) occurred that materially affected the outcome of the investigation.

The president shall review the appeal based on the written record, without a hearing. The president may remand the case to human resources for further investigation and findings. Within 30 days of receipt of the last-filed appeal, the president shall render a final decision simultaneously, in writing, to the complainant and the respondent.

            s. Sexual Misconduct

Reports of sexual misconduct also can be made to any “responsible employee,” defined as any University administrator, faculty member, campus police, coach, trainer, resident assistant, or non-confidential first responder who has the authority to take action to redress the sexual misconduct or whom a student could reasonably believe has such authority or duty.  Campus Police and the student life on-call staff can be reached at 410-617-5010.

 

You will be asked to provide a statement to the University investigator(s). It is important to give as much information as possible because your statement will serve as the basis for further investigation of any case and any resulting proceedings. You will be provided with a written explanation of your rights and options including procedures victims should follow, information as to how Loyola University Maryland will protect confidentiality of victims and other necessary parties, notification about services available for victims within the University and in the community, options for available assistance and interim measures, and an explanation of the procedures for University disciplinary action. Pursuant to a policy developed by Student Life, students who report or witness sexual misconduct will not be subject to disciplinary action for the student’s own personal consumption of alcohol or drugs at or near the time of the incident. In such cases, the University may initiate an educational discussion or pursue other educational remedies regarding alcohol or other drugs.

 

The University encourages any individual who has been a victim of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking to report the incident to the Baltimore City Police. The director of public safety or his/her designee can assist the victim in contacting the appropriate law enforcement officials and in working with these officials to pursue criminal charges against the alleged respondent. Victims also have the option to decline to notify law enforcement authorities. Protective orders and peace orders may be sought through the court system. Baltimore City Police can be reached by calling 911.

 

Reports made to a licensed counselor, clergy acting in their pastoral role, or treating health care provider are confidential and will not be reported for investigation without your permission unless an imminent threat exists. For students, Loyola’s Counseling Center can be reached at 410-617-2273 and the Student Health Center can be reached at 410-617-5055. 

Individuals are encouraged to seek medical assistance in cases of sexual misconduct.  Upon request, campus police will provide transportation to Mercy Hospital, designated as one of the city’s rape treatment centers. This hospital is equipped to perform the Sexual Assault Forensics Exam (SAFE) and provide victim services.  It is important to preserve evidence for proof of a criminal offense if charges may be filed.

Interim measures may be offered to an individual who has been subjected to sexual misconduct. These interim measures may include but are not limited to: no contact order, new housing assignment, changes to class schedules, assistance with rescheduling an academic assignment (paper, exam, etc.), tutoring support, changes to work schedules/situations, transportation assistance and escorts to and from campus locations, interim suspension for the respondent, and other measures for safety as necessary.

                        t. Monitoring - At the beginning of each academic year, human resources shall submit a written report to the president setting forth the number of informal and formal cases filed in the prior year, and which of these cases, if any, reached mediated solutions.

The report shall also specify the number of cases in which human resources made findings of violations of this policy, the types of violations, and the final disposition of the cases, including any disciplinary action taken. The cases shall be reported in a manner that protects the privacy of the parties. The president shall make the annual report available to all members of the University community.

 

13. Sex Offender Registry

 

The Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act (CSCPA) of 2000 is a federal law that provides for the tracking of convicted sex offenders enrolled at, or employed by, institutions of higher education.  The CSCPA is an amendment to the Jacob Watterling Crimes Against Children and Sexually Violent Offender Act.  The federal law requires state law enforcement agencies to make this list available.  Maryland’s registry can be reviewed at http://www.dpscs.state.md.us/onlineservs/socem/default.shtml  The CSCPA further amends the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (FERPA) to clarify that nothing in the Act can prohibit an educational institution from disclosing information provided to the institution concerning registered sex offenders.

 

14. Missing Student Notification

Loyola University has established a missing student policy to report any student who has been reported missing for 24 hours to local law enforcement authorities and their designated contact person. Loyola takes the safety of its students very seriously. If there is reason to believe a student may be missing, it is incumbent upon members of the University community to come forward with that information to DPS (410-617 5911).  Students and employees can report students who they believe are missing to the Dean of Students Office (410-617-2842), the Office of Student Life (410-617-5081) or Department of Public Safety (410-617-5911).

Any Student Life Staff or DPS associate receiving a report of a missing student must immediately refer the report to the Director of DPS. The Department of Public Safety and/or Student Life will notify Baltimore Police when the student has been missing for more than 24 hours as required by law. The University’s policy is to report any student who has been missing for 24 hours to local law enforcement (BPD) authorities and their designated contact. The Office of Student Life is responsible for reporting the status of a missing student to DPS who will in turn report the missing student with all appropriate information to BPD or the local law enforcement with jurisdiction in the area/campus in which the individual went missing.

Students living on and off campus are required to provide the University with updated permanent and local address and emergency contact information on a yearly basis or when changes occur. Student residents have the option to register a confidential contact person they want notified in case they are determined to be missing for 24 hours.  Students are advised about the option to resister a contact person during the room selection process. All students attempting to register for on-campus housing will be notified, on an annual basis, of this policy at the time of online housing and room selection processes.  They will have the option to provide or change their missing person contact information.  All information provided concerning this subject will remain on file and be considered accurate until the student voluntarily provides different information. This information will be maintained confidentially and will be accessible only to authorized campus officials and disclosed to law enforcement personnel in furtherance of a missing person investigation.

This policy will be administered in accordance with FERPA and the Higher Education Opportunity Act of 2008. Additional information about parental notification is outlined in the Community Standards.

Students residing in campus housing will be informed annually that each student has the option to identify a person designated as a confidential missing person contact to be notified by Loyola University Maryland no later than twenty-four (24) hours after the time the student is determined missing by the designated University officials authorized to make that determination, specifically:

Director of Student Life
Director of Public Safety
Vice President for Student Development/ Dean of Students
Assistant Vice President for Student Development

The confidential contact may be a person designated by the student in addition to the declared emergency contact. Should the student not formally declare a separate missing person contact, the emergency contact on record will be notified. Loyola University students are advised that their contact information will be registered confidentially, and that this information will be accessible only to authorized campus officials and law enforcement and this information will not be disclosed outside of a missing person investigation.

A student will be considered missing if not located within 24 hours of the initial report made to the University and after a residence hall room search, a review of closed circuit cameras, the student’s access control card, class attendance, email, social network sites, and discussions with friends and roommates. Parents and/or guardians will be notified when reliable information about their son or daughter is available and within 24 hours of the initial report.

If the student is under the age of 18 and is not an emancipated individual, the University will notify the student’s parent or guardian and any other designated contact person within 24 hours.

15. Crime Log

The crime log is updated on a daily basis. It provides details about crimes that have been reported to the Department of Public Safety. Crime logs are listed in chronological order with the most recent occurrences located at the top of the list for each month. Hard copies of the crime log are available at the 5104 York Road Facility (room 103), or the Facilities building (room 200) during normal business hours. Electronic copies can be requested by emailing police@loyola.edu and will be received within 48 hours.

Five areas are disclosed in the crime log: Classification, Case Number, Date/Time Occurred, Date/Time Reported, General Location, and Disposition. According to Federal Law, an institution may withhold any of the required fields of entry, i.e. the classification, date, time, location and/or disposition if any of the following conditions apply:

  1. The disclosure is prohibited by law
  2. If disclosure would jeopardize the confidentiality of the victim
  3. If disclosure would jeopardize an ongoing criminal investigation or the safety of an individual
  4. If disclosure would cause a suspect to flee or evade detection
  5. If disclosure would result in the destruction of evidence

 

Fire Log

In accordance with the Higher Education Act and the Student Fire Safety Act, Loyola’s campus fire safety log is available for viewing on our Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) website at http://www.loyola.edu/department/ehs/fire-safety/loyola%20university%20maryland%20annual%20fire%20log or upon request.  To receive a hardcopy, requests should be made in person or by contacting our EHS office at ehs@loyola.edu or by calling (410) 617-2972.  In person requests can be made Monday through Friday from 7:30 am - 4:00 pm (excluding Holidays or when the University is closed).

Anytime there is an incident of fire on campus, the information is recorded in the fire log.  The logs are organized chronologically by year.  Within each log, the incidents are organized chronologically by date, and the most recent occurrence is located at the bottom of the list.  Six items are typically disclosed in the fire log (Nature of Fire, Date/Time Occurred, Date reported, General Location, Incident Number and Property Value).

16. Annual Fire Safety Report – Policies and Procedures

a. General Fire Evacuation Procedures:

General fire evacuation procedures include the following directions for occupants of any University building. When the fire alarm system is activated the Department of Public Safety (DPS) will immediately notify the Baltimore City Fire Department (BCFD) and respond to all fire alarms and emergency situations.

                        1. If the fire alarm sounds:

Occupants of all floors will immediately evacuate the building.

Remain calm and go to the nearest stairwell. Walk; DO NOT run on the right hand side. Do not use elevators they will not be in service during a fire alarm condition.

Exit out of the building. Go to the designated Rally Point and tell leaders you are out of the building.  Follow instructions from DPS from there.

                        2. In the event you discover a fire:

Remain calm and pull the nearest red manual pull station (usually on the wall near stairwells and exits). This will activate the building’s fire alarm system and the alarm will sound.

Close all doors when leaving rooms and walk to the nearest stairwell. Walk; DO NOT run on the right hand side.  Remember to take your keys.

Keep low and crawl in any smoke filled areas.

Do not use elevators they will not be in service during a fire alarm condition.

Exit out of the building and go to the designated Rally Point.

Report the fire (regardless of size) to DPS at (410)-617-5911 once you are out of the building. Give the following info: Your Name, Location of fire (Building name, Apt, Room # or area) and Number of injured people (if any)

Assist in the evacuation of the building.  Give any disabled occupant information to DPS or the BCFD upon exiting.

If your room/apt door is hot to the touch and smoke is beginning to filter into your room; place a wet towel under the door or seal it with tape.  Wave a sheet or large garment out the window. Wait for assistance from the BCFD.

Do not re-enter the building until the all clear has been announced, this occurs after the BCFD gives their all clear and DPS has completed a survey.

If a member of the Loyola University community finds evidence of a fire that has been extinguished, and the person is not sure whether DPS has responded, the community member should immediately notify DPS by calling (410)-617-5010 to investigate and document the incident.  They may also contact one of the following individuals:

Director of Public Safety: 410-617-2863
Director of Environmental Health and Safety: 410-617-1120
Chief Fire Safety Officer: 410-617-2972
EHS Technician: 410-617-1121
Environmental Compliance Coordinator: 410-617-1142

b. Residence Halls:  The Department of Public Safety and Life Staff will assist in the complete evacuation of the building and control the occupants in the assembly area until the emergency has been abated (see specific building evacuation procedures).

c. Academic Buildings:  The Department of Public Safety and any designated fire wardens present in the building will assist in the complete evacuation of the building and control the occupants in the assembly area until the emergency has been abated (see specific building evacuation procedures)

d. Fire Drills:  During any given calendar year there are several fire drills conducted and documented.  Two formal fire drills were conducted during the 2014 calendar year, during the weeks of March 10 – 14, 2014 and September 2 – 5, 2014, additionally there were also 67 evacuations in residence halls that were documented fire alarm events.  After action reviews were also documented in order to train, educate, and improve upon evacuation times with DPS and Student Life staff.

Policies on Portable electrical appliances, smoking and open flames:  Smoking, candles and open flames are prohibited in Loyola University Maryland residence halls.  No portable electrical appliances, hot plates, fireworks, firearms, electric heaters, or halogen lamps are allowed in Loyola University housing.

e. Student Housing Evacuation:  A policy involving the mandatory evacuation of each residence hall upon fire alarm activation is in effect.  A community citation is issued to all residents that fail to evacuate, whereby the judicial process may levy fines ($250) and sanctions (community service) for each violation.

                        1. Student Housing Evacuation Procedure:

If you hear the fire alarm, immediately evacuate the building using the nearest available exit.  Do not attempt to fight a fire unless you have been trained to do so.

Awaken any sleeping roommates or suitemates.  Prepare to evacuate by putting on shoes and a coat if necessary.  Feel the door knob and the door with the back of your hand.  If they are hot, do not open the door.  If they are cool, open slowly, if heat or heavy smoke rushes in, close the door immediately and remain inside.

When leaving your room, be sure to take your key with you in case it is necessary to return to the room should the conditions in the corridor deteriorate.  Make sure to close the door tightly when evacuating.

Student Life staff members who are present on their floors should facilitate the evacuation of their floor section if possible.  When the building alarm sounds shout (Example: there is an emergency in the building, leave by the nearest exit) and knock on doors as the make their way to the nearest exit and out of the building.

When exiting in smoky conditions keep your hand on the wall and crawl to the nearest exit.  Always know more than one path out of your location and the number of doors between your room and the exit.

DO NOT USE ELEVATORS.  Elevator shafts may fill with smoke or the power may fail, leaving you trapped.  Elevators have features that recall and deactivate the elevator during an alarm.  Standing and waiting for an elevator wastes valuable time.

Each resident should report to their assigned assembly area.  Student Life staff should report their assigned assembly area and make sure that students have cleared the building.  Conduct a head count and do not allow reentry into the building until directed to do so by DPS.

f. Fire Safety Education:  Various training and educational seminars are conducted during the summer orientation sessions with students.  Residence Assistants, graduate assistants and assistant directors in Student Life are the first group of students to undergo annual fire safety training.  Locations of Rally points, evacuation procedures, and apartment style kitchen fire safety tips are all delivered by the Environmental Health and Safety Department (EHS).  During numerous sessions such as new employee orientation training, departmental training sessions and fire prevention week, EHS delivers fire safety and fire prevention tips to the entire campus community.  Students are trained on how to extinguish a small kitchen grease fire with a variety of extinguishers after a classroom session on fire extinguisher use.  Fire safety and fire extinguisher training is also available by request for a specific area or hazard.  Rally Point Maps and other pertinent emergency evacuation training is conducted for all new employees, student life staff and posted on Loyola’s intranet. Department of Public Safety personnel receive over ten hours of in depth new hire fire safety training, including at least two hours of hands-on fire alarm system field training.  EHS consists of a staff of four individuals that have direct responsibility for fire alarm systems, maintenance, inspections, testing and the overall fire safety program.

g. Contact points for reporting fires:  There are several methods in which a student, faculty, staff or other person within Loyola’s community can report a fire.  If you wish to report that a fire has occurred please contact one of the following individuals or departments: Department of Public Safety or Environmental Health and Safety.

Director of Public Safety: 410-617-2863

Director of Environmental Health and Safety: 410-617-1120

Chief Fire Safety Officer: 410-617-2972

EHS Technician: 410-617-1121

Environmental Compliance Coordinator: 410-617-1142

h. During an emergency please call 410-617-5911 in order to report the fire; this is the main DPS emergency number.  A variety of other methods can be used to report a fire, whether it is outside a residence hall (i.e. mulch fires) or within the confines of a building. 

Blue light emergency phones - call button goes directly to the Public Safety Operator

Elevator phones - call button goes directly to the Public Safety Operator

Any Loyola phone – call 911 to directly report a fire to the BCFD, give proper street address when talking to a fire dispatcher; Public Safety will also respond when a 911 call is made.

Call 410-617-5010 which is the non-emergency number for DPS, calls are then taken in the order that they are received. 

i. Future improvement plans:  Future improvements for fire safety include the following measures:

Update and enhance our fire safety training programs campus wide
Consistent educational reinforcement for students causing nuisance alarms
Fully sprinklered residence halls across campus (35% of all residence halls are currently sprinklered)
Upgrading of older (10-15 year life cycle) fire alarm systems in order to maintain current technologies
In the accordance with local laws that prohibit the use of electronic smoking devices inside buildings and residence halls will be added to the policy manual.

j. Fire Statistics (Residence Halls):

For the time period of January 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014 the following statistics summarize the number of fire incidents for each on-campus housing facility. (see table below)

No arsons were reported for the year of 2014, therefore no arsons need to be reported in the crime statistics

k. Description of Residence Hall Fire Alarm Systems:  All residence halls are equipped with stand-alone fire alarm systems that are then connected through a dedicated wide area fiber optic network.  The network is supported by a proprietary central monitoring station which is backed-up with emergency power at the Department of Public Safety Support Operations Center.  These fire alarm systems are also backed up with battery power at each building, and contain all monitoring of sprinkler, suppression, detection and relay devices.  There are smoke detectors in nearly every bedroom (minimum of one smoke detector per apartment) and 24/7 monitoring that meets, or in most cases exceeds the National Fire Alarm Code requirements.  Please see the chart below for a description of each building’s fire safety system

l. Fire Log:  The fire log is an easily understood report that identifies actual fires that have occurred on our campuses.  The log is maintained by the EHS office and can be found at the following link:  http://www.loyola.edu/department/ehs/fire-safety/loyola%20university%20maryland%20annual%20fire%20log. The fire log includes data on the entire calendar year and gets updated monthly or as actual fires occur.  The fire log is available in paper form upon request, Monday – Friday from 7:30 am until 4:00 pm excluding holidays or when the campus is closed, by contacting Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) located at 5104 York Road, Suite 200J at (410) 617-2972 or by email at (ehs@loyola.edu).

Loyola University in Maryland

2014

Residence Halls Fire Statistics

Residence Hall

Fires

Deaths

Injuries

Value of Property Damage

Date & Time of Fire

Date Reported

Location of Fire

Nature /Cause of Fire

Corrective Action(s)

Ahern North Hall

4501 N Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Ahern South Hall

4501 N Charles St

1

0

0

$1,000-9,999

7/30/14

01:49

7/30/14

Outside apt 101. Exterior of building

Electrical malfunction

Unit was replaced

Aquinas Hall

417 Notre Dame Ln

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Avila Hall

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Bellarmine Hall

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Bokel Court

401-419 Bokel Ct 1

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Butler Hall

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Campion Towers

14 W. Coldspring Ln

2

0

0

(1)$0-99; (2)$100-999

(1)2/7/14

20:23; (2)12/31/14

17:33

(1)2/7/14; (2)12/31/14

(1)Apt. 509; (2)Apt. 706

(1)Unattended cooking; (2)Cooking

(1)Education with student about staying

in kitchen while cooking.

(2) Education on keeping the cooking

 area free of combustibles.

Claver Hall

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Crowson Avenue

5200-5206 Crowson Ave 2

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Dorothy Day Hall

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Flannery O’Connor Hall

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Gallagher Court

5200-5209 Gallagher Ct.3,4

0

0

0

$0

 

 

 

.

 

Hammerman House

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Hopkins Court

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Lange Court

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

McAuley Hall

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Newman Towers

100 W. Coldspring Ln

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Seton Court

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Southwell Hall

4501 N. Charles St

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Tantallion Court

400-421 Tantallion Ct.5

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Loyola University in Maryland

2013

Residence Halls Fire Statistics

 

 

Residence Hall

# of Fires

# of Deaths

# of Injuries

Value of

Property Damage

Date

Explanation

Corrective Action(s)

Ahern Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Aquinas Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Avila Hall

1

0

0

$6

9/24/2013

An overheated pot caught on fire, when the student went remove it the dish towel she was using also caught on fire

Students were educated on unattended cooking and adjusting the temperature of the stove.

Bellarmine Hall

1

0

0

$279

4/8/2013

Dirty oven caught on fire during use

Students educated on proper cleaning of oven and stove.  Oven/stove replaced

Bokel Court

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Butler Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Campion Towers

1

0

0

$679

3/26/2013

Overloaded dryer caused build-up of heat starting a fire.

Dryer unit repaired, damaged parts replaced by vendor. Reminders posted

Claver Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Crowson Avenue

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Dorothy Day Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Flannery O’Connor Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Gallagher Court

0

0

0

$0

 

.

 

Hammerman House

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Hopkins Court

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Lange Court

1

0

0

$30

3/2/2013

Student was cooking on the stove and left the apartment.

Student was educated about unattended cooking.

McAuley Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Newman Towers

3

0

0

$335

5/31/2013

9/24/2013

10/22/2013

Extension cord overheated and caught fire.

Pizza Box placed in the oven caught fire when the oven was turned on.

Students turned on the wrong burner and a small plastic bowl caught on fire.

Facilities personnel were reminded to use only cords that are in working order and free of damage that are UL listed.

Occupants were reminded that cardboard does not go in the oven.  Oven/Stove was replaced.

Students were reminded to make sure what burner they were using and not place plastic bowls on the stove.

Seton Court

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Southwell Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Tantallion Court

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

Loyola University in Maryland

2012

Residence Halls Fire Statistics

Residence Hall

# of Fires

# of Deaths

# of Injuries

Value of

Property Damage

Date

Explanation

Corrective Action(s)

Ahern Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Aquinas Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Avila Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Bellarmine Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Bokel Court

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Butler Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Campion Towers

1

0

0

$500

9/4/12

Student placed shoes in the oven/broiler as a prank. Shoes were forgotten about and oven was turned on to bake cookies.

Stove/oven unit was replaced; student was required to attend fire safety education.

Claver Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Crowson Avenue

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Dorothy Day Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Flannery O’Connor Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Gallagher Court

1

0

0

$12

8/26/12

A student owned lamped was plugged into a wall outlet.  The power cord overheated.

Educated the student on ensuring that any electrical items (lamps) brought to school be UL listed, and to not overload the outlets.

Hammerman House

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Hopkins Court

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Lange Court

2

0

0

$68

2/7/12

11/9/12

Items being prepared in a toaster oven were overheated and caught fire.

A metal mixing bowl with a rubberized bottom was placed on the electric burner of a stove unit in a common kitchen.

Students were educated on the importance of watching food when it is cooking and following package directions.

Students educated to be aware of all cooking surfaces and that they may be hot, and to only use appropriate cooking devices.

McAuley Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Newman Towers

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Seton Court

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Southwell Hall

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

Tantallion Court

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

17. Crime Statistics: LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MARYLAND - Evergreen Campus[1]

Offenses by Hierarchy

Years

On Campus

Non-Campus²

Public Property³

Total

Residential Facilities4

Unfounded Crimes5

 

Arson

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Domestic Violence

2014

1

0

0

1

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Dating Violence

2014

2

0

0

2

1

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

1

0

0

1

0

0

Stalking

2014

1

0

0

1

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Offenses by Hierarchy

Years

On Campus

Non-

Campus

Public Property

Total

Residential Facilities

Unfounded

Crimes

 

Liquor Law Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

627

0

0

627

626

10

2013

647

0

0

647

637

0

2012

258

0

29

287

247

0

 

Drug Law

Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

52

0

0

52

52

0

2013

28

0

0

28

26

0

2012

23

0

3

26

19

0

 

Weapons Law Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

2

0

0

2

2

0

2013

1

0

0

1

1

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Loyola University Maryland – EVERGREEN CAMPUS CONT’D

 

Hate Crimes: are crimes that manifest evidence that the victim was intentionally selected because of the victim's actual or perceived bias towards another’s disability, ethnicity, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation.  Hate crimes are reported for the crimes of criminal homicide, sex offenses, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft, arson, and any other crime involving bodily injury, as well as, larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, and destruction/damage/vandalism.   

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2014 - Two crimes reported one for destruction of property after homophobic comments were made and one for vandalism when homophobic graffiti was put in a men’s restroom.   

2013 – Two crimes reported both were simple assaults, committed on campus and in the residence halls involving racial bias.

2012 – One written intimidation committed on campus in a residence hall involving racial bias. 


 

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MARYLAND

CLINICAL CENTERS - BELVEDERE CAMPUS (1)

Offenses

(Reported by Hierarchy)

Year

On Campus

Non-

campus(2)

Public Property(3)

Total

Residential Facilities(4)

Unfounded Crimes(5)

Murder / Non-Negligent Manslaughter

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Manslaughter by Negligence

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Rape

 

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Fondling

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Incest

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Statutory Rape

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Robbery

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

1

0

0

1

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Aggravated Assault

 

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Burglary  

 

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Motor Vehicle

Theft (6)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Liquor Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Drug Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Weapons Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Offenses

(Reported by Hierarchy)

Years

On Campus

Non-campus(2)

Public Property(3)

Total

Residential Facilities(4)

Unfounded

Crimes(5)

 

Liquor Law Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Drug Law

Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Weapons Law Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Offenses

(Not Reported by Hierarchy)

Years

On Campus

Non-

Campus(2)

Public Property(3)

Total

Residential Facilities(4)

Unfounded

Crimes(5)

 

Arson

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Domestic

 Violence (7)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Dating

Violence (7)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Stalking (7)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0


Hate Crimes:  are crimes that manifest evidence that the victim was intentionally selected because of the victim's actual or perceived bias towards another’s disability, ethnicity, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation.  Hate crimes are reported for the crimes of criminal homicide, sex offenses, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft, arson, and any other crime involving bodily injury, as well as, larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, and destruction/damage/vandalism.

 

There were no reported hate crimes on the Belvedere Campus for the 2012, 2013, and 2014 years. 

Footnotes for the Loyola University Maryland Belvedere Campus:

(1). The statistics reflect a University population of approximately 100 graduate students, and 25 employees.  Statistics in previous years were included in our main campus statistics. 

 

(2). There are no residential facilities at the Belvedere Campus.

 

(3). There is no non-campus property at the Belvedere Campus.

 

(4). Statistics listed in “public property” include incidents which took place off campus, on public property immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus, but not on the property of Loyola University Maryland, Belvedere Campus.

(5). Institutions are required to publish the number “Unfounded Crimes” beginning with calendar year 2015 crime statistics.  Loyola University has elected to voluntarily report this information for 2014 crime statistics in advance of the requirement taking effect.

 

(6). The Clery Act definition of motor vehicle thefts includes golf carts, motor-scooters, and other “non-traditional” vehicles.

 

(7). Statutory changes required institutions make good faith efforts to compile statistics for instances of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking in the 2013 reporting year.

 


 

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MARYLAND

COLUMBIA CAMPUS (1)

Offenses

(Reported by Hierarchy)

Year

On Campus

Non-

campus(2)

Public Property(3)

Total

Residential Facilities(4)

Unfounded Crimes(5)

Murder / Non-Negligent Manslaughter

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Manslaughter by Negligence

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Rape

 

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Fondling

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Incest

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Statutory Rape

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Robbery

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Aggravated Assault

 

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Burglary  

 

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Motor Vehicle

Theft (6)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Liquor Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Drug Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Weapons Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MARYLAND

Offenses

(Reported by Hierarchy)

Years

On Campus

Non-campus(2)

Public Property(3)

Total

Residential Facilities(4)

Unfounded

Crimes(5)

Liquor Law Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Drug Law

Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Weapons Law Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

COLUMBIA CAMPUS (1) (cont.)

Offenses

(Not Reported by Hierarchy)

Years

On Campus

Non-

Campus(2)

Public Property(3)

Total

Residential Facilities(4)

Unfounded

Crimes(5)

 

Arson

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Domestic

 Violence (7)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Dating

 Violence (7)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Stalking (7)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

 

Hate Crimes: are crimes that manifest evidence that the victim was intentionally selected because of the victim's actual or perceived bias towards another’s disability, ethnicity, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation.  Hate crimes are reported for the crimes of criminal homicide, sex offenses, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft, arson, and any other crime involving bodily injury, as well as, larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, and destruction/damage/vandalism.

 

There were no reported hate crimes on the Columbia Campus for the 2012, 2013, and 2014 years.

Footnotes for the Loyola University Maryland Columbia Campus:

(1). The statistics reflect a University population of approximately 2000 graduate students, and 1364 employees.

 

(2). There are no residential facilities at the Columbia Graduate Center.

 

(3). There is no Non-campus property at the Columbia Graduate Center.

 

(4). Statistics listed in “public property” include incidents which took place off campus, on public property immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus, but not on the property of Loyola University Maryland, Columbia Graduate Center.

(5). Institutions are required to publish the number “Unfounded Crimes” beginning with calendar year 2015 crime statistics.  Loyola University has elected to voluntarily report this information for 2014 crime statistics in advance of the requirement taking effect.

 

(6). The Clery Act definition of motor vehicle thefts includes golf carts, motor-scooters, and other “non-traditional” vehicles.

 

(7). Statutory changes required institutions make good faith efforts to compile statistics for instances of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking in the 2013 reporting year.

 


 

LOYOLA UNIVERSITY MARYLAND

TIMONIUM CAMPUS (1)

Offenses

(Reported by Hierarchy)

Year

On Campus

Non-

campus(2)

Public Property(3)

Total

Residential Facilities(4)

Unfounded Crimes(5)

Murder / Non-Negligent Manslaughter

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Manslaughter by Negligence

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Rape

 

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Fondling

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Incest

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Statutory Rape

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Robbery

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Aggravated Assault

 

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Burglary  

 

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Motor Vehicle

Theft (6)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Liquor Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Drug Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Weapons Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

 

Offenses

(Reported by Hierarchy)

Years

On Campus

Non-campus(2)

Public Property(3)

Total

Residential Facilities(4)

Unfounded

Crimes(5)

 

Liquor Law Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Drug Law

Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Weapons Law Violations (referred for disciplinary action)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 


 

Offenses

(Not Reported by Hierarchy)

Years

On Campus

Non-

Campus(2)

Public Property(3)

Total

Residential Facilities(4)

Unfounded

Crimes(5)

 

Arson

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Domestic

 Violence (7)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Dating

Violence (7)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

Stalking (7)

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hate Crimes:  are crimes that manifest evidence that the victim was intentionally selected because of the victim's actual or perceived bias towards another’s disability, ethnicity, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, or sexual orientation.  Hate crimes are reported for the crimes of criminal homicide, sex offenses, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft, arson, and any other crime involving bodily injury, as well as, larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, and destruction/damage/vandalism.

 

There were no reported hate crimes on the Timonium Campus for the 2012, 2013, and 2014 years. 

 

Footnotes for the Loyola University Maryland Timonium Campus:

 

(1). The statistics reflect a University population of approximately 2000 graduate students, and 1364 employees.

 

(2). There are no residential facilities at the Timonium Graduate Center.

 

(3). There is no non-campus property at the Timonium Graduate Center.

 

(4). Statistics listed in “public property” include incidents which took place off campus, on public property immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus, but not on the property of Loyola University Maryland, Timonium Graduate Center.

(5). Institutions are required to publish the number “Unfounded Crimes” beginning with calendar year 2015 crime statistics.  Loyola University has elected to voluntarily report this information for 2014 crime statistics in advance of the requirement taking effect.

 

(6). The Clery Act definition of motor vehicle thefts includes golf carts, motor-scooters, and other “non-traditional” vehicles.

 

(7). Statutory changes required institutions make good faith efforts to compile statistics for instances of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking in the 2013 reporting year.

 

 



Offenses by Hierarchy

Year

On Campus

Non-Campus²

Public Property³

Total

Residential Facilities4

Unfounded Crimes5

Murder / Non-Negligent Manslaughter

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Manslaughter by Negligence

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Rape

 

2014

5

0

0

5

5

0

2013

4

0

0

4

4

0

2012

2

0

0

2

2

0

Fondling

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Incest

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Statutory Rape

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Robbery

2014

1

0

0

1

0

0

2013

0

0

1

1

0

0

2012

1

0

1

2

0

0

Aggravated Assault

 

2014

5

0

0

5

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

1

0

0

1

0

0

Burglary  

 

2014

2

0

0

2

2

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

1

0

0

1

1

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

1

0

0

1

0

0

Liquor Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Drug Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

Weapons Law Arrests

2014

0

0

0

0

0

0

2013

0

0

0

0

0

0

2012

0

0

0

0

0

0

[1] The statistics reflect a University population of approximately 4,000 undergraduate students, 2,000 graduate students and 1,364 employees.

2 Non-Campus locations are properties that are owned, leased or rented by the University which are not contiguous to the Evergreen Campus. These locations are Ridley Athletic Center, The Loyola Retreat Center in Flintstone, Maryland, 5000 Charles Street (parking lot at the Cathedral), 4806 York Road (office space), 5000 York Road (office space), and Loyola in Leuven (study abroad program at the Katholieke University in Leuven, Belgium.

3 Statistics listed in Public Property include incidents which took place off campus, on public property, immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus, but not on the property of Loyola University Maryland.

4 Residential Facilities statistics are duplicative. They are included in the campus statistics and reflect that portion of the campus statistics which occurred in residence halls or other residential facilities for students on campus.

5 Institutions are required to publish the number of Unfounded Crimes beginning with calendar year 2015 crime statistics. Loyola University Maryland has elected to voluntarily report this information for 2014 crime statistics in advance of the requirement taking effect.

6 The Clery Act definition of motor vehicle thefts includes golf carts, motor-scooters, and other “non-traditional” vehicles.

7 Statutory changes required institutions make good faith efforts to compile statistics for instances of domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking in the 2013 reporting year.