"To Protect and Serve the University Community"
Lehman College - City University of New York
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Lehman College - City University of New York
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Right to Know Information The following is provided to all students, faculty and staff of the Lehman College community and to its visitors.
HERBERT H. LEHMAN COLLEGE
Crime Statistics
Policies for Making Timely Warning Reports Timely warning reports are made to the members of the campus community regarding the occurrence of crimes listed in the Clery Act. These warnings are disseminated within 24 - 48 hours from the time of the reported crime whenever an incident occurs that presents an ongoing threat to the campus community. Those members of the campus community registered with the "CUNY Portal" will allow them to sign up for "CUNY Alert." The College can then send to all members enrolled in CUNY Alert emergency warnings via e-mail, home phone, cell phone, and office phone. The alert is also sent by voice activated audio over the telephones and through emails. These timely warnings are in the form of flyers, phone mails, posters, safety messages displayed on electronic message boards, etc. In addition, a daily Crime Log that records, by the date the crime was reported, any crime that occurred on campus, on a non-campus building or property, or public property or within the patrol jurisdiction of the campus Public Safety Department. In the event that it becomes necessary to alert students and staff to an emergency situation on campus, correspondence from the office of the Director of Public Safety to students or student groups, as well as the college community will occur. The College will provide specific information and attempt to answer all questions raised by students.
Policies for Preparing the Annual Disclosure of Crime Statistics As required by law, Lehman College's yearly crime statistics for this report are compiled on a calendar-year basis and in accordance with the definitions of crimes provided by the FBI for use in the Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR) system. These statistics include the previous 3 years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Lehman College; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. In addition, these stats are gathered from reported crimes to the Public Safety Office/Officers, crimes reported to other campus officials with significant responsibility for student and campus activities as well as those crimes reported to the local police precinct. The statistics also include persons referred for campus disciplinary action for action categories required under the Clery Act including liquor law violations, drug law violations and illegal weapons possession. Lehman College Campus Crime Statistics can be found on The Department of Education website as well as the Lehman College Public Safety website. Campus Crime Statistic Website: http://www.ope.ed.gov/security/index.asp
**One individual has been charged with two separate incidents of forcible touching.
Access to Facilities All academic, administrative, and athletic buildings are locked in the evenings and on weekends according to the scheduled use of the facilities. Access to these facilities is limited to students, faculty, staff, and their guests, and visitors conducting official college business. Lehman has no on or off campus student residence. Lehman College does have non-resident, on-campus student organizations. Access to open college buildings, events, and programs is granted to all Lehman College students and employees. Every student and staff member must carry his/her ID card at all times. Upon request of a Public Safety officer or college official, the ID card must be presented. LEHMAN HAS ADOPTED POLICIES GOVERNING A NUMBER OF SAFETY AND SECURITY-RELATED ASPECTS OF CAMPUS LIFE It is the policy of The City University of New York and this college that: Any action or situation which recklessly or intentionally endangers mental or physical health or involves the forced consumption of liquor or drugs for the purpose of initiation or affiliation with any organization is prohibited. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of illegal drugs or other controlled substances by University students or employees on University college premises or as part of any University college activity is prohibited. Employees of the University must notify the College Human Resources Director of any criminal drug statute conviction for violation occurring in the workplace not later than (5) days after such conviction. The unlawful possession, use, or distribution of alcohol by students or employees on University/college premises or as part of any University/college activity is prohibited. The legal age for drinking alcohol in New York State is 21, and State laws deal harshly with underage drinking. It is also against the law in New York State to sell or give away alcohol to anyone under the age of 21. The possession or use of illegal drugs is a crime in the State of New York. Anyone found in possession of or using such drugs on College property will be severely dealt with and may be suspended from the college, in addition to facing criminal charges. No one within the University community, except peace officers, pursuant to authorization of the College President shall have in their possession a rifle, shotgun, firearm or any other dangerous instrument or material that can be used to inflict bodily harm on an individual or damage to a building or the grounds of a campus. Alcohol and Drug Education Programs Lehman College strives to educate its members on the illicit use of drugs and abuse of alcohol. The Vice President of Student Affairs sponsors a variety of drug and alcohol awareness activities throughout the year. Literature on the recognition, treatment an effects of drug and alcohol abuse are distributed. Experts in the field of drug and alcohol treatment come to the school to give lectures. Special alcohol and drug educational movies are shown. Articles dealing with the problems associated with alcohol and drug use are published in the school newspaper. Self-help group meetings such as Al-Anon and Alcoholics Anonymous are held on the campus. Yearly, Lehman College has an Alcohol Awareness Week. During this scheduled week, a wrecked automobile is brought onto the campus to show the effects of drinking and driving. Health fairs are regularly held at the college. Booths are set up and counselors are available to speak to individuals on the effects of drug and alcohol abuse. The City University of New York Policy Against Sexual Harassment Policy Statement It is the policy of The City University of New York to promote a cooperative work and academic environment in which there exists mutual respect for all University students, faculty, and staff. Harassment of employees or students based upon sex is inconsistent with this objective and contrary to the University's non-discrimination policy. Sexual harassment is illegal under Federal, State, and City laws, and will not be tolerated with the University. The University, through its colleges, will disseminate this policy and take other steps to educate the University community about sexual harassment. The University will establish procedures to ensure that investigations of allegations of sexual harassment are conducted in a manner that is prompt, fair, thorough, and as confidential as possible under the circumstances, and that appropriate corrective and/or disciplinary action is taken as warranted by the circumstances when sexual harassment is determined to have occurred. Members of the University community who believe themselves to be aggrieved under this policy are strongly encouraged to report the allegations of sexual harassment as promptly as possible. Delay in making a complaint of sexual harassment may make it more difficult for the college to investigate the allegations. A. Prohibitive Conduct It is a violation of University policy for any member of the University community to engage in sexual harassment or to retaliate against any member of the University community for raising an allegation of sexual harassment for filing a complaint alleging sexual harassment, or for participating in any proceeding to determine if sexual harassment has occurred. B. Definition of Sexual Harassment For the purposes of this policy, sexual harassment is defined as unwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and other oral or written communications or physical conduct of a sexual nature when:
C. Examples of Sexual Harassment Sexual harassment may take different forms. Using a person's response to a request for sexual favors as a basis for an academic or employment decision is one form of sexual harassment. Examples of this type of sexual harassment include, but are not limited to, the following:
Other types of unwelcome conduct of a sexual nature can also constitute sexual harassment, if sufficiently severe or pervasive that the target does find, and a reasonable person would find, that an intimidating, hostile or abusive work or academic environment has been created. Examples of this kind of sexual harassment include, but are not limited to the following:
D. Consensual Relationships Amorous dating or sexual relationships that might be appropriate in other circumstances have inherent dangers when they occur between a faculty member, supervisor, or other member of the University community and any person for whom he or she has a professional responsibility. These dangers can include: that a student or employee may feel coerced into an unwanted relationship because he or she fears that refusal to enter into the relationship will adversely affect his or her education or employment; that conflicts of interest may arise when a faculty member, supervisor, or other member of the University community is required to evaluate the work or make personnel or academic decisions with respect to an individual with whom he or she is having a romantic relationship; that students or employees may perceive that a fellow student or coworker who is involved in a romantic relationship will receive an unfair advantage; and that if the relationship ends in a way that is not amicable, either or both of the parties may wish to take action to injure the other party. Faculty members, supervisors, and other members of the University community who have professional responsibility for other individuals, accordingly, should be aware that any romantic or sexual involvement with a student or employee for whom they have such a responsibility may raise questions as to the mutuality of the relationship and may lead to charges of sexual harassment. For the reasons stated above, such relationships are strongly discouraged. For the purposes of this section, an individual has "professional responsibility" for another individual at the University if he or she performs functions including, but not limited to, teaching, counseling, grading, advising, evaluating, hiring, supervising, or making decisions or recommendations that confer benefits such as promotions, financial aid awards or other remuneration, or that may impact upon other academic or employment opportunities. E. Academic Freedom This policy shall not be interpreted so as to constitute interference with academic freedom. F. False and Malicious Accusations Members of the University community who make false and malicious complaints of sexual harassment, as opposed to complaints which, even if erroneous, are made in good faith, will be subject to disciplinary action. G. Procedures The University has developed procedures to implement this policy. The President of each constituent college of the University, the Senior Vice Chancellor at the Central Office, and the Dean of the Law School shall have ultimate responsibility for overseeing compliance with this policy at his or her respective unit of the University. In addition, each dean, director, department chairperson, executive officer, administrator, or other person with supervisory responsibility shall be required to report any complaint of sexual harassment to the individual or individuals designated in the procedures. All members of the University community are required to cooperate in any investigation of a sexual harassment complaint. H. Enforcement There is a range of corrective actions and penalties available to the University for violations of this policy. Students, faculty, or staff who are found, following applicable disciplinary proceedings, to have violated this Policy are subject to various penalties, including termination of employment and/or expulsion from the University. Sexual Harassment Awareness and Intake Committee The Sexual Harassment Awareness and Intake Committee is responsible for educating the Lehman College community about sexual harassment and its potential consequences to the University community. The members of the Sexual Harassment Awareness and Intake Committee are available to respond to inquiries, receive complaints alleging sexual harassment from any member of the college community, and to refer individuals and/or the complaint to the Sexual Harassment Coordinator. The members of the Sexual Harassment Awareness and Intake Committee are: Annecy Baez, Counseling Center, 718-960-8761 Joette Reaves, Health Programs/Continuing Education, 718-960-8998 Maritza Rivera, Office of Compliance and Diversity, 718-960-8111 Michael Sullivan, Campus Life, 718-960-8535
Sexual Harassment Coordinator: Dawn Ewing-Morgan, Office of Compliance and Diversity, 718-960-8111
Sexual Harassment Deputy Coordinators: Graciela Castex, Sociology and Social Work, 718-960-7864 John Cirace, Economics & Accounting, 718-960-8388 Vincent Zucchetto, Student Affairs, 718-960-8242
Educational Programs to Promote Awareness and Prevention of Sex Offenses: There are on-going programs, workshops, and seminars sponsored by the college, student organizations, and student governments that are designed to promote awareness of rape, acquaintance rape, and other sex offenses. Additionally, the Department of Public Safety has periodic lectures conducted by investigators from the New York City Police Department's Sex Crimes Squad and issues Sexual Awareness bulletins and disseminates any current information on sex abuse offenses. Students should look for notices of such events in college newspapers, the student union program listings, and other college calendars of events. Students should look for notices of such events in college newspapers, the student union program listings, and other college calendar events. The college encourages students to take advantage of these programs and seriously consider the information provided. Steps to follow if you become a victim of a rape.
In order to avoid the common circumstances where sex offenses can occur, both on and off campus, the College provides a checklist of do's and don'ts, which is available in the Office of Public Safety. However, the College urges adherence to the following practices:
If you believe you are being or have been sexually harassed, coerced or threatened, report it immediately to Public Safety and the Vice President for Student Affairs. Resources at Lehman: Office of Public Safety 718-960-8593 Vice President for Student Affairs 718-960-8241
Lehman College offers pastoral counselors and professional counselors: Counseling Center Dr. Annecy Baez 718-960-8761 Ms. Andrea Plunkett 718-960-8761
Campus Ministry Rev. Neil O'Connell, PhD 718-960-4979
In addition to on-campus help, sexual assault victims may also contact the following: Crime Victims Assistance Unit Bronx District Attorney's Office 215 East 161st Street, 4th Floor Bronx, NY 10451 212- 590-2115 The above unit offers crisis intervention, short-term counseling, advocacy and assistance to victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. It also provides referrals and publications. 24 Hour Rape Report Line (female answered) 212-267-RAPE Victim Services Agency 24 Hour Hotline 212-577-7777 New York Women Against Rape (NYWAR) 212-777-4000 The New York State Penal Law, in particular, Section 130, describes various forms of sexual offenses such as rape, sexual abuse, and sexual misconduct. Anyone convicted of any of the offenses described is convicted of a crime, which may be classified as either a felony for a misdemeanor. Imprisonment can range up to 25 years in jail. A copy of the New York State Penal Law is on file at the Office of Public Safety. In addition, any student accused of sexual assault is subject to investigation and possible disciplinary proceedings outlined in Article 15.3 of the "Board of Trustees Rules and Regulations on Campus Conduct." A student engaging in any manner of conduct prohibited under substantive rules 1 to 11 of the "Rules and Regulations for the Maintenance of Public Order," commonly known as the "Henderson Rules," shall be subject to the following range of sanctions listed in the above document: admonition, warning, censure, disciplinary probation, restitution, suspension, expulsion, ejection, and/or arrest by civil authorities. It remains the policy of Lehman College and The City University of New York that the accuser and the accused be entitled to the same opportunities to have others present during a campus disciplinary proceeding; and both the accuser and the accused shall be informed of the outcome of any campus disciplinary proceeding brought alleging a sexual assault. No community can be totally risk free. Therefore, Lehman College takes many common sense precautions regarding safety and security and expects students and employees to do the same. Crimes takes place in our society and the problem does not abate as one enters the confines of a college campus. Thefts and other violations do sometimes occur. However, all of us can reduce risk by thinking about our personal safety and taking practical precautions. Students, staff, and faculty may report Public Safety problems to the Office of Public Safety or to Public Safety personnel on patrol or at stationary posts. Sex Crimes Prevention Act As per the Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act, all institutions of higher learning must advise the campus community where law enforcement agency information provided by the state concerning registered sex offenders may be obtained. This information may be obtained by going to: http://criminaljustice.state.ny.us/nsor
Questions If you would like more information about safety and security on the Lehman College campus, or yearly crime statistics for Lehman College, please call the Public Safety Department at (718) 960-8593, or write: Public Safety Department Lehman College The City University of New York APEX Building - Room 109 250 Bedford Park Boulevard West Bronx, NY 10468
Or access Public Safety Department web page: http://lca.lehman.cuny.edu/depts/DeptHome.asp?Dept=Public+Safety
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