Crime Awareness

ECPI University faculty and staff are concerned that all students and employees experience a safe and secure environment. It is the responsibility of every student and employee to be aware of safety and security matters and to promptly report any crime to school officials and to the local police.

In compliance with the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990, the Campus Security Policy and Report is available to prospective students upon request to the Campus President. The report discusses safety and security issues such as the importance of prompt reporting of crimes, campus security procedures, and statistics for the prior three calendar years, as well as other pertinent information.

No later than October 1 of each year, current students and employees receive the annual Crime Awareness and Campus Security Report. A Safety Report is available on the University web site at http://www.ecpi.edu/campus-security-information/.

Conduct. All members of the ECPI community and visitors are required to obey ECPI regulations. They reflect the policies set by the President and Board of Trustees as well as local, state, and federal laws. Observed, they help to provide a safe environment for all of our staff and students engaged in a wide range of activities.

ECPI University respects and protects the individual dignity, integrity and reputation of its students. Students must comply with the conventions and regulations that are necessary to maintain order, protect individuals and property, and fulfill the purposes and responsibilities of our schools. ECPI University is responsible under state law for maintaining order and is empowered to exclude those who are disruptive.

Reporting a Crime or Emergency. Criminal activities and emergencies occurring on ECPI University facilities should be reported immediately to the Campus President or Campus Director of Academic Affairs either in person or via telephone.

An ECPI University representative and local authorities will investigate the incident, document the information, and take appropriate action.

Crimes that occur at student housing should be reported to the police department having legal jurisdiction for that area, and to Campus President’s office.

The Campus President will ensure that all reports of criminal activities or other emergencies occurring on campus will be reported and recorded at each ECPI University location. Monthly/ quarterly reports will be forwarded to the University Administration at the Virginia Beach main campus. University Administration will maintain a record of the following criminal offenses reported to campus security authorities or local police agencies:   Criminal Homicide, Sex Offenses, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Stalking, Robbery, Aggravated Assault, Burglary, Motor Vehicle Theft, Arson, Liquor Law Violations, Drug Law Violations, and/or Illegal Weapons Possession.

Any questions regarding the Campus Security or Crime Awareness Policies should be directed to the Campus President.