The following statements are required to be distributed to all students and employees of Middlesex Community College by provisions of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Connecticut Campus Safety Act.

A. Policy for Reporting Crimes and Other Emergencies

It is the policy of Middlesex Community College that all incidents of criminal action or other emergencies occurring on campus be reported to one of the following offices:

The Office of the Dean of Finance and Administration (860) 343-5704;
The Office of the Director of Human Resources (860) 343-5751;
The Office of the Dean of Learning and Student Development (860) 343-5706;
The Office of the President (860) 343-5701;
Campus Security (Pick up any Red Emergency Phone); or
Director of the Meriden Center (Meriden Center only) 203-238-6202

The College will assess the seriousness of all reported incidents and take appropriate action to protect the person and property of students, employees and guests. In the case of allegations of serious criminal acts, the College will seek the assistance of police authorities. Serious criminal acts include but are not limited to murder, rape or other sexual offenses, robbery, aggravated assault, arson, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

B. Timely Warnings Policy

In the event that a situation arises, either on or off campus, that is judged by the Dean of Finance and Administration to constitute an ongoing or continuing threat, a campus wide “timely warning” will be issued. This warning will be issued through any one or combination of the College e-mail, bulletin boards, message boards, voice mail, or classroom/office space announcements depending upon the circumstances. Anyone with information warranting a timely warning should report the circumstances to the Dean of Finance and Administration by calling (860) 343-5704 or in person at Founders Hall room 106.

C. Campus Access Policy

Middlesex Community College is committed to free access to campus facilities by students and staff consistent with personal safety and preservation of personal property. The College’s normal hours of operation are Monday thru Thursday 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Saturday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and closed on Sunday. At times other than normal hours of operation, access to all College facilities is by key, if issued, or by admittance by the security officer upon being presented a valid staff identification card and approval from the Dean of Finance and Administration or his designee. Staff desiring access to buildings at times other than normal hours of operation are requested to notify the Dean of Finance and Administration prior to their planned visit. Also any staff member with an issued key must check in with the security officer prior to entering the building and upon departure from the campus. Staff members are encouraged not to be in the buildings alone during non-business hours.

D. Campus Security Authority

The College campus security both at the Middletown campus and at the Meriden Center is provided by Securitas Security Services, Inc. The College’s security staff does not have arrest authority. All incidents of a criminal nature will be investigated by the College administration and, in appropriate cases, reported to local or state police authorities for disposition.

E. Campus Security Policies and Prompt Reporting

The College campus security procedures and practices can be found in the Employees’ Policies and Procedures Manual for staff and faculty, and in each classroom and workspace in the form of the college’s Emergency Guide permanently affixed to the wall. Students and employees are encouraged to report situations and conditions which may compromise security and to be conscious of the need for mutual vigilance. Annual campus crime reports are on file in the office of the Dean of Finance and Administration. Campus Security Policies include:

• For any emergency situation, help may be summoned by using the Red Emergency Phones located throughout the campus of dialing 343-5800 from the outside or 5800 from a campus phone.
• Weather emergencies that result in school closings, class cancellations, delayed openings or early dismissals will be conveyed to the College community via local television and radio stations, College switchboard messages, web-site messages, voice mail and e-mail depending on the timing of the closure or cancellation.
• If a chemical exposure or accident is evident do not turn light switches on or off, evacuate the area, close the door to the affected area, post a sign warning of the danger on the door and report the emergency by using the Red Emergency Phones or by calling the Dean of Finance and Administration at ext. 5704.
• In the case of medical emergencies report such emergency using the Red Emergency Phones or by calling the Dean of Finance and Administration at ext. 5704. If you are unable to connect and the emergency warrants outside medical assistance then call 9-911 from any campus extension or 911 from personal cellular phones. If 911 has been called you are required to notify the CICC at extension 5800.
• In the event of a cardiac emergency the College has staff trained in CPR and the use of the AED. In these situations call 911 first then refer to the Emergency Guide to call a CPR/AED Certified staff member for assistance.
• When a fire alarm sounds or you are directed to evacuate the building you should leave immediately. If you detect a fire alert the people in the area, pull a fire alarm box and leave the area after closing doors. Do not attempt to save personal property that is in an area of danger.
• Violent or threatening behavior is not tolerated at Middlesex Community College. Report any situation by using the Red Emergency Phones or by calling the Dean of Finance and Administration at ext. 5704.
• If you receive a bomb threat by phone or letter, notify the Dean of Finance and Administration immediately. Attempt to transfer the phone call to the dean at ext. 5704. If you can not, write out the complete message, word for word, get the date, time and place of where the bomb will detonate and any other specifics you can. Take note of the caller’s voice, sex, accent, tone, manner, background noises, etc. If you encounter a suspicious object on campus, do not handle. Clear the area and notify the Dean of Finance and Administration at ext. 5704.

F. Crime Prevention Programs

The College has no formal programs regarding crime prevention. A common theme of crime awareness and prevention is to encourage students and employees to be aware of their responsibility for their own security and the security of others. Students are encouraged to be vigilant and to report activities that are suspicious in nature.

Crime statistics, as reported to the Department of Education on an annual basis, for the last three years are as follows:

There have been no arrests on campus for crimes related to liquor law violations, drug abuse violations or weapons violations for the above cited time periods.

These annual reports are available for inspection in the Office of the Dean of Finance and Administration, Room 106 Founders Hall.

G. Policy Statement Addressing Counselors

Middlesex Community College (The College) does not employ pastoral or professional counselors to provide therapeutic services.

H. Policy Statement Addressing Criminal Activity Off Campus

There are no recognized off-campus student organizations; therefore there is no policy for monitoring criminal activity at off-campus organizations. 

I. Policy on Drugs and Alcohol in the Community Colleges, Board of Trustees Policy 4.15

Drugs and Alcohol in the Community Colleges

The Board of Trustees of Community-Technical Colleges, endorses the statement of the network of colleges and universities committed to the elimination of drug and alcohol abuse, which is based on the following premise:

The Board recognizes that education regarding alcohol and substance abuse is an appropriate and even necessary part of contemporary college life. Since the unauthorized use of controlled substances, in addition to the potential harmful effect it may have on students and employees, is contrary to state and federal law and regulation, it must be prohibited in any college activity, on or off the college campus.

Although the conditions of alcohol and drug dependency may be considered disabilities or handicaps under state and federal law and regulation and Board of Trustees’ policy, employees and students will not be discriminated against because they have these disabilities. All students and employees are considered to be responsible for their actions and their conduct.

These provisions shall apply to all colleges under the jurisdiction of the Board:

1. No student or employee shall knowingly possess, use, distribute, transmit, sell or be under the influence of any controlled substance on the college campus or off the college campus at a college-sponsored activity, function or event. Use or possession of a drug authorized by a medical prescription from a registered physician shall not be in violation of this provision.
2. All colleges shall develop and enforce policies regarding the sale, distribution, possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages on campus, subject to state and federal law. Consistent with previous Board policy, the consumption of alcoholic beverages on campus may be authorized by the president subject to the following conditions, as appropriate:
   • a. When a temporary permit for the sale of alcoholic beverages has been obtained and dram shop act insurance has been purchased;
   • b. When a college permit has been obtained;
   • c. When students bring their own beverages; and
   • d. When alcoholic beverages are provided by a student organization and no fee is charged for attendance or for said beverages.
3. All colleges shall provide educational programs on the abuse of alcohol and other drugs and a referral for assistance for students and employees who seek it. Colleges are encouraged to establish campus-wide committees to assist in the development of these programs in response to particular campus needs and identification of referral resources in their respective service planning regions.
4. This policy shall be published in all college catalogs, faculty and staff manuals and other appropriate literature.
5. Failure to comply with this policy will result in invocation of the appropriate disciplinary procedure and may result in separation for the college and referral to the appropriate authorities for prosecution. (Adopted November 20, 1989)

Middlesex Community College adheres to the above cited Board of Trustees’ Policy regarding alcohol and drugs. Currently there are no programs in place to educate students regarding alcohol and drug abuse. There is literature available from Student Services regarding these topics. Individuals seeking assistance with substance abuse problems are provided information as to where professional help is available. Additionally, the College has established the following procedure regarding requests for the service of alcoholic beverages on campus:

1. Any request to serve alcoholic beverages must be consistent with the Board of Trustees for Community-Technical Colleges’ Policy 4.15.
2. The request must be submitted in writing to the Dean of Finance and Administration at least four (4) weeks in advance of the event.
3. If the sale of alcohol is being solicited, the request must demonstrate that a temporary permit for the sale of alcoholic beverages will be obtained and dram shop act insurance will be purchased.
4. A paragraph in the request must describe how alcohol will only be made available to legal age students and/or guests. This includes student bringing their own alcoholic beverages, or beverages being provided free when purchased by a student organization or other group.
5. The request must include a plan for a visible education program display or presentation urging responsible drinking of alcoholic beverages during the event.
6. Once the dean of Finance and Administration has reviewed the request for all necessary compliance, the request will be forwarded to the President for final decision. Final approval can only be granted by the President.

Note: Under no conditions will alcoholic beverages be purchased for consumption with monies from the General or Operating funds of the College.

Alcoholic beverages may not be consumed on College premises except by those over 21 years of age at approved College social functions. Such functions are held in compliance with State law and the Board of Trustees Policy.

No student or employee shall knowingly possess, use, distribute, transmit, sell or be under the influence of any controlled substance on the College campus, the Meriden Center, or off the College campus at a College sponsored activity, functions or event. The College is committed to the enforcement of Federal and State drug laws.

J. Policy Statement Addressing Sex Offenses

The College does not currently offer any programs designed to educate the student community about sexual assaults and date rape. The College does provide literature that is available to students regarding measures they can take to guard against sexual assaults and date rape. This literature is available in the Student Activities Office, Founders Hall.

If you area a victim of a sexual assault at this College, your first priority should be to get to a place of safety. You should then obtain necessary medical treatment. The College’s security authorities strongly advocate that a victim of sexual assault report the incident in a timely manner. Time is a critical factor for evidence collection and preservation. An assault should be reported directly to a College security authority. Filing a report with the College security authority will not subject the reported victim to scrutiny or judgmental opinions from College officials. Filing a report will enable the College to refer a person who reports being a victim of sexual assault:

    -to appropriate medical treatment and tests if required;
    -to those who may assist in the proper collection of evidence helpful in prosecution, which cannot be obtained later (ideally a victim of sexual assault should not wash, douche, use the toilet or change clothing prior to a medical/legal exam); and
    -to confidential counseling from counselors specifically trained in the area of sexual assault crisis intervention.

When a person contacts a College security authority and reports they have been the victim of sexual assault, the Connecticut State Police (Westbrook Barracks) and the Middletown Police Department will be notified. Additionally the Dean of Finance and Administration will be notified.

If the accused person is another student, the reported victim of sexual assault may choose for the investigation to be pursued through the criminal justice system and the College’s student conduct system or either one separately. A College security authority or the Dean of Finance and Administration (if the reported victim is a student) will guide the reported victim through the available options and support the reported victim in his or her decisions. Various counseling options and support services are available in the community.

College student conduct proceedings, as well as the Chancellor’s guidelines for cases involving sexual misconduct, are detailed in the Student Handbook. The Handbook provides, in part, that the accused student and the reported victim will each be allowed to choose a person who has had no formal legal training to accompany them throughout the hearing. A student found to have violated a policy or rule regarding sexual misconduct may be suspended or expelled from the College for the first offense in addition to being criminally prosecuted in the courts. Those students who report they are a victim of sexual assault have the option to request a change in their academic situations after a reported sexual assault, if such changes are reasonably available.

K. Policy Statement Addressing Sex Offender Registration

The Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act of 2000 requires institutions of higher education to issue a statement advising the campus community where law enforcement information provided by a State concerning registered sex offenders may be obtained. It also requires sex offenders who are already required to register in a State to provide notice of each institution of higher education in that State at which the person is employed carries on a vocation or is a student.

In the State of Connecticut, convicted sex offenders must register with the Sex Offender Registry maintained by the Connecticut Department of Public Safety, Division of State Police, Sex Offender Registry Unit, pursuant to Connecticut General Statutes 54-250. The Sex Offender Registry information provided under this law is intended to be used for such purposes as the administration of criminal justice, screening of current or prospective employees and volunteers or otherwise for the protection of the public in general and children in particular. Unlawful use of the information for the purposes of intimidating or harassing another is prohibited and a willful violation shall be punishable as provided by law.

The Connecticut Sex Offender Registry may be accessed on the Connecticut State Police website through the following: www.ct.gov.org . Registry information is also available at local police departments.