New York City
Lower Manhattan Extension Center

Berkeley College attempts to offer a safe and secure campus.  The Site Director has the primary responsibility for security on campus.  The Director may be reached at 212-986-4300 ext. 4500.     A security guard service makes regular rounds throughout the campus.  Although security guards are unarmed and not empowered to arrest, available communication with the New York City police department provides assistance when needed.  If you become aware of a crime, observe a suspicious person, or are a victim yourself, promptly report all emergencies to the police.

Campus security can be enhanced by your help to follow all security policies.  Report suspicious incidents and protect your personal property by not leaving it unattended.  You may report emergencies or criminal activities by calling the New York City Police (Manhattan South precinct) by dialing 911 or by calling 212-586-6832.  All incidents should also be reported to the Senior VP for Academic Affairs Office.

Alcoholic Beverages
Berkeley College cooperates in the enforcement of all state laws regarding the possession, use and sale of alcohol beverages.  Alcohol is not permitted on campus.

Illegal Drugs
Berkeley College cooperates in the enforcement of all federal, state and local laws concerning illegal drugs.  Anyone in possession of, using, or selling illegal drugs on campus will be subject to arrest.

Weapon
No one is permitted to carry a weapon on campus.

Campus Access
Berkeley College students have access to college buildings only during regular operational hours with a valid College Identification Card.  All visitors must register at the reception desk.

Campus Maintenance
Maintenance personnel inspect the entire campus and buildings to discover and correct health, safety, and maintenance problems.  Security-related maintenance problems (locks, doors and windows) in need of repair should be reported to the Building Supervisor.

CAMPUS SECURITY POLICY AND CAMPUS CRIME STATISTICS ACT
Berkeley College is committed to public safety.  Because the Extension Center campus first opened in September 2004, crime statistics for previous years do not exist.  Beginning in 2005, the following statistics will be provided to inform the public and to comply with the above-referenced federal law, referred to as the “Clery Act”:

	2004	2005
Murder	0	0
Sex Offenses, Forcible and Non-Forcible	0	0
Robbery	0	0
Aggravated Assault	0	0
Burglary	0	0
Motor Vehicle Theft	0	0
Manslaughter	0	0
Arson	0	0
Felony with Prejudice (Hate Crimes)	0	0
Arrests and Disciplinary Referrals:
Weapons Possession	0	0
Drug Abuse Violations	0	0
Liquor Law Violations	0	0

Informational Programs for Students and Employees
Students entering a college program should attend orientation, which includes a review of policies and rules related to conduct and behavior expected of students. Orientation includes presentations and informational booklets on topics such as drug and alcohol abuse, sexual assault and date-rape crimes, and off-campus counseling opportunities. If a sexual offense should occur on campus, contact the police and notify the Office of the Dean of Student Development & Campus Life.  Important immediate actions should include preserving any evidence as proof of a criminal offense and obtaining a detailed description of alleged offender.

Timely Warning Information
In the event of a sexual assault or other criminal act on campus, the VP for Academic Affairs Office should be notified immediately.  Berkeley College pledges to provide timely warning to students, faculty and employees if a felonious act should occur.  For victims of an alleged sex offense, the Academic Dean’s office will coordinate academic options with the student.        

Campus Disciplinary Action
In cases of an alleged sex offense, both the accuser and the accused will be required to meet with the Dean of Student Development & Campus Life.  Both parties may request other persons to be present during the disciplinary hearing.  The VP for Academic Affairs will determine whether no action, a suspension, or formal dismissal from the college is warranted.  Both parties will be informed of the outcome of any determination. 

NY Sex Offender Internet Registry – “Megan’s Law”
Federal regulations require that the College inform you that registered sex offenders are listed at: http://www.criminaljustice.state.ny.us/nsor/  This information is made available on the Internet to facilitate public access to information about persons who have committed a sex offense, to enable you to take appropriate precautions to protect yourself and those in your care from possible harm.

Additional information and hotline assistance are available at:

National Hotlines:
Drug Abuse Hotline	(800) 662-4357
CDC AIDS Information	(800) 342-2437
National Runaway Hotline	(800) 621-4000
Missing & Exploited Children	(800) 843-5678
Youth Crisis Hotline	(800) 448-4663
New York City Resources:
Ambulances 24 hours	911
Crime & Rape Victim Hotline	(212) 577-7777
Suicide Help Line	(212) 532-2400
Suicide Crisis Hotline	(212) 472-8555
Emotional and Substance Abuse	(800) LIFE-NET
Teen/Adult Domestic Violence	(800) 621-HOPE
Incest Hotline	(212) 227-3000
NYC DOH AIDS Hotline	(800) TALK-HIV
Women’s Healthline	(212) 230-1111
Poison Control Center	(212) 340-4494

The annual Campus Crime & Security report for the Midtown Manhattan campus filed with the U.S. Department of Education is available for public review at:  http://ope.ed.gov/security.

September 1, 2006