Department of Campus Safety
Campus Security Report

Mission Statement I Statistical Information I Reporting Crimes I Emergency Services I CAMPUS Safety Escort Service I Drug & Alcohol Policy I Weapons Posession Policy I
Sexual Harassment I Smoking Policy I IT Resources Policy I Crime Prevention I Judicial Authority I Disciplinary Referrals I Arrests I Crimes by Campus I
Crime/Incident Logs I Campus Safety Links I Campus Safety Silent Witness Form I Sexual Offenders: Cuyahoga and Lake County

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Introduction
Myers University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for our campus community and guests. Because no campus is isolated from crime, Myers University has developed a series of policies and procedures that are designed to protect persons and property on campus.

Mission Statement
Grounded in the traditions of business, Myers University offers a superior education to all people who seek growth in self and career. We strive to be student-oriented and practice driven. Myers University offers undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs to adult and University-age students, with a general but not exclusive focus on management and business administration. Myers University is a center of opportunity for adult learners, offering programs in different modes, times, and places that permit working adults to manage their own education. Myers University is a leader in sensitivity to the needs of businesses and their employees. It encourages the growth of entrepreneurial talent. Myers University uses appropriate technology so that individual and collaborative learning can be enhanced. Myers University benchmarks the growth of its programs so as to ensure effective use of its resources.

Statistical Information
This is a list of the number of occurrences of the identified crimes that occurred on campus during the previous three calendar years. On campus is defined as (1) any building or property owned or controlled by an institution within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area and used by the institution in direct support of, or in a manner related to, the institution's educational purposes, including residence halls; and (2) any building or property that is within or reasonably contiguous to the area identified in paragraph (1), that is owned by the institution but controlled by another person, and is frequently used by students and supports institutional purposes (such as a food or retail vendor). Non-Campus building or property is defined as (1) any building or property owned or controlled by a student organization that is officially recognized by the institution; or (2) any building or property owned or controlled by an institution that is used in direct support of or in relation to the institution's educational purposes, is frequently used by students, and is not within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area of the institution. Public property is defined as all public property, including thoroughfares, streets, sidewalks, and parking facilities, that is within the campus or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus.

• Myers Security Emergency

An initial report and any necessary follow-up investigation will be conducted in all incidents. All reports are treated confidentially, except as necessary and required to investigate the incident. When notified of a crime, the investigator will work closely with the victim to resolve the problem. The victim maintains the right to decline prosecution of the case at any time and to choose whether to continue the case through the criminal justice system, the campus judicial system, or both.
A general list of the types of crimes that have occurred on campus is posted on the campus safety web pages, the campus safety bulletin board, and in the University newspaper (The Link). If an incident is considered an immediate threat to members of the campus community, information about the situation will be shared through various means. These include bulletins, crime alert notices, campus wide e-mail, campus safety web page, and the Myers University newspaper (The Link).

• Cleveland Rape Crisis Center

(216) 431-3010

Campus Safety Escort Service
Upon request, a security officer will provide a walking escort to your vehicle or bus stop. This service is available Monday through Friday from 5:00 p.m.--9:30 p.m. at our main campus. Escorts are limited to parking facilities and bus stops adjacent to the campus. However, if extenuating circumstances exist, a walking escort will be provided at any time.

Drug and Alcohol Policy
Myers University recognizes, supports and enforces all federal, state and local laws related to alcohol and drugs. All campus community members and guests are expected to comply with those laws. All persons are liable to prosecution for violations involving possession, use, sale and distribution of illegal or illicit drugs on campus. Complete details regarding the drug and alcohol policy can be found in the Myers University Policy Manual.

Weapons Possession Policy
The possession, use and/or sale of firearms on campus is a violation of state law. Violations can result in the arrest, incarceration, and dismissal of the violator. Complete details regarding the weapons possession policy can be found in the Myers University Policy Manual.

Sexual Harassment
It is the policy of Myers University to maintain an environment in which the dignity and worth of all students, employees, and guests are respected. Sexual harassment of the Myers University community is unacceptable conduct and will not be tolerated. Complete details regarding the sexual harassment policy can be found in the Myers University Policy Manual.

Smoking Policy
Smoking is prohibited in all areas of Myers University, including, but not limited to, elevators, stairwells, hallways, restrooms, staff lounge, classrooms, conference rooms, meeting rooms, laboratories, the library, the first floor lobby area, storage areas, and all areas of the lunchroom. The above policy on smoking is adopted in compliance with State laws and City of Cleveland ordinances dealing with fire safety and indoor air pollution, and in recognition of the potential harm to non-smokers from secondhand smoke and the annoyance and discomfort to substantial numbers of non-smokers caused by secondhand smoke. Complete details regarding the smoking policy can be found in the Myers University Policy Manual.

Information Technology Resources Policy
Access to Myers University data communication and information services is a privilege granted to Myers University students, faculty and staff.
Non-appropriate uses include, but are not restricted to, the following:

• To interfere with or disrupt network users, services or system resources;
• To send messages to the Global Address List (all or a large portion of). E-mail to the Global Address List requires prior permission of a Vice President or above.
• For personal profit or commercial purposes, including copying or modifying University-owned licenses;

Crime Prevention
The active cooperation and participation of all members of the campus community is essential if the University is to successfully reduce crime and maintain a low crime rate. We encourage the campus community to work together to make Myers University as crime free as possible. The Department of Campus Safety attempts to inform members of our community on ways to reduce their chance of experiencing crimes against their person or property. There are a number of crime prevention programs and suggestions offered:

• Fire and safety prevention and education programs
• Facility surveys
• Crime alert notices
• Campus safety web pages
• Campus newspaper (The Link)

Judicial Authority
Myers University aspires to transmit knowledge, to develop its students, and to promote the quality of society. In seeking these goals, the University recognizes the significance of student rights. Those rights include freedom of expression, autonomy, procedural protection and the respect for personal integrity of all members of the community and their property. By ensuring those individual rights, the University fosters an environment conducive to the students' success and well-being. In addition, efforts will be made to foster the personal and social development of students. The Code of Student Conduct fully respects students' rights. Judicial authority rests with the Division of Student Affairs. The President has designated the Vice President of Student Affairs to be responsible for the administration and operation of this Code of Student Conduct. The Vice President of Student Affairs has designated the Associate Dean of Students to administer this Code. University jurisdiction and discipline extends to conduct which occurs on University premises or which adversely affects the University community and/or the pursuit of its objectives. A student or organization will be subject to this Code of Conduct for any action found in violation of this Code which occurs on University property, at University sponsored events, or off campus if the action adversely affects the University community and/or the pursuit of University objectives. Complete details regarding judicial authority can be found in the Myers University Policy Manual.