The Citadel Public Safety Department
The Citadel Public Safety (PSAF) has complete police authority to apprehend
and arrest anyone involved in illegal acts on-campus, and also in areas immediately
adjacent to the campus. The department consists of a team of law enforcement
officers, including a director, deputy director, operations officer, and an
investigator, as well as four shift supervisors and eight state patrol officers.
All PSAF law enforcement officers are state commissioned law enforcement officers
operating under the authority and supervision of the State Law Enforcement
Division (SLED). They have jurisdiction both on and off campus for incidents
which occur on Citadel property. The Citadel encourages all members of The
Citadel community to immediately report any criminal offense, suspected criminal
activity, or other emergency directly to Citadel Public Safety. PSAF reports
all criminal offenses to SLED. PSAF personnel investigate all allegations
of criminal activity. PSAF personnel and/or representatives of city, state,
or federal law enforcement authorities prosecute all criminal offenses which
occur on Citadel property. PSAF personnel work closely with local, state,
and federal police agencies and have direct radio communication with the city
police department on the city police radio network. PSAF is also a part of
the Charleston County 911 Emergency System. Local law enforcement agencies
report any criminal activity engaged in by students at off-campus locations
to Citadel PSAF. PSAF provides this information to the Commandant, the Dean
of CGC, or the Provost, as appropriate, for disciplinary action or other appropriate
response.
Incident Reporting:
To report a crime on or off campus, contactPublic Safety at (843) 953-5114,
or by dialing 811 from any campus phone. You may also contact the City of
Charleston Police Department at (843) 577-7074, the County of Charleston Sheriff's
Department at (843) 202-1700, or the Isle of Palms Police Department, for
incidents at The Citadel Beach House, at (843) 886-6522. Any suspicious on-campus
activity should be reported to PSAF immediately. In addition, you may report
a crime on campus to the following: Director of The Citadel Staff, (843) 953-5029,
Bond Hall, Room 193 Commandant of Cadets, (843) 953-6930, Jenkins Hall, Room
203 Assistant Commandants of Cadets, (843) 953-6931, Jenkins Hall, Room 206
1st Battalion Tactical Officer, (843) 953-0506, Murray Barracks, Room 1105
2nd Battalion Tactical Officer, (843) 953-2101, Padgett-Thomas Barracks, Room
2101 3rd Battalion Tactical Officer, (843) 953-5245, Law Barracks, Room 3101
4th Battalion Tactical Officer, (843) 953-1722, Watts Barracks, Room 5121
RSB Battalion Tactical Officer, (843) 953-5365, Stevens Barracks, Room 4147
Ombudsman, (843) 953-7953, Deas Hall, Room 203 Ombudsman, (843) 953-5096,
Thompson Hall, Room 137 Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Coordinator,
(843) 953-7277, Thompson Hall, Room 105
Confidential Reporting Procedures:
If you are the victim of a crime and do not wish to pursue action within
The Citadel's disciplinary system or the criminal justice system, you may
still want to consider making a confidential report. With your permission,
the Chief or a designee of PSAF can file a report on the details of the incident
without revealing your identity. The purpose of a confidential report is to
comply with your wish to keep a matter confidential, while taking steps to
protect the safety of yourself, fellow students and employees. With this type
of information, The Citadel can keep an accurate record of the number of incidents
involving students, analyze whether there is a pattern of crime with regard
to a particular location, method, or assailant, and alert the campus community
to potential danger. Reports filed in this manner are counted and disclosed
in the annual crime statistics for the institution. If you are a witness to
any crime, report it immediately to the police. Because police reports are
public records under state law, PSAF cannot hold reports of crime in confidence.
Confidential reports for purposes of inclusion in annual disclosure of crime
statistics can generally be made to other individuals identified above. Confidential
reports of crime may also be made to the local Crime Stoppers (554-1111).
Reporting the Annual Disclosure of Crime Statistics:
The Citadel Department of Public Safety prepares this report to comply with
the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics
Act. This report is prepared in cooperation with the local law enforcement
agencies surrounding our main campus, as well as agencies which have jurisdiction
at The Citadel Beach House. Campus crime, arrest, and referral statistics
include those reported to The Citadel Department of Public Safety, designated
campus officials (including, but not limited to directors, deans, department
heads, designated Commandant's Department staff, advisors to students/student
organizations, and athletic coaches), and local law enforcement agencies.
In addition, PSAF incorporates statistical information from the office of
the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Coordinator and The Citadel Counseling
Center, which compile data throughout the year. Each year, PSAF sends an email
to all enrolled students providing the website to access this report. PSAF
also sends email notification to faculty and staff. Copies of the report may
also be obtained at The Citadel Department of Public Safety, located at Lesesne
Gate, The Citadel Graduate College and the Registrar's Office, both located
in Bond Hall, and the Office of the Commandant of Cadets, located in Jenkins
Hall.
Timely Warnings:
The Citadel Public Safety (PSAF) is responsible for issuing timely warnings
in compliance with the Clery Act. Timely warnings will be issued in response
to reported crimes committed either on campus or, in some cases, off campus
that, in the judgment of The Citadel, constitute an ongoing or continuing
threat to students and employees. Anyone with information believed to warrant
a timely warning should promptly report the circumstances to PSAF by phone
at (843) 953-5114, by dialing 811 from a campus phone, or in person at the
Public Safety Office at Lesesne Gate. PSAF will consult, as appropriate and
necessary, with other college officials regarding whether a timely warning
should be issued. The decision to issue a timely warning will be made on a
case-by-case basis after consideration of the available facts, including factors
such as the nature of the crime, the continuing danger or risk to the campus
community, and the possible risk of compromising law enforcement efforts.
Timely warnings are considered for the following classifications of reported
crimes: criminal homicide, sex offenses, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary,
motor vehicle theft and arson. Timely warnings may also be issued for other
reported crimes as deemed appropriate under the circumstances. The decision
will be made in compliance with the Clery Act and in an effort to prevent
similar crimes from occurring. When a determination is made that a timely
warning should be issued, PSAF will take appropriate steps to make timely
notification to the campus community. Options for notification include, but
are not necessarily limited to, Bulldog Alert - The Citadel's mass notification
system (phone, text and email), campus-wide e-mails, physical postings on
doors and bulletin boards, or the PSAF website. The warnings will include
some or all of the following information: the date, time and location of the
reported crime; a summary of the incident; a description of the suspect and/or
vehicle, if available; and any other special instructions or incident specific
safety tips.
Access Policy:
During business hours, The Citadel campus, excluding barracks, is open to
students, parents, employees, contractors, guests, and invitees. During non
business hours access to all College facilities is restricted to employees,
students, and residents. Access to The Citadel is limited by a perimeter fence
to the north, east, and south of campus. The Ashley River borders campus on
the west. Traffic and access to the campus is through three primary gates:
Lesesne Gate, Hagood Gate, and Summerall Gate. During the academic year, cadets
monitor these gates during business hours. Hagood Gate and Summerall Gate
are closed during non-business hours. Citadel Public Safety is located adjacent
to Lesesne Gate. The five barracks are secured by cadet or student guards
from 0600 until 2300 each day during the fall, spring, Maymester, and summer
school sessions. Between 2300 and 0600, barracks gates are locked, and access
is only granted by the overnight Officer-in-Charge. During extended breaks,
the barracks gates are secured around the clock. Various facilities have more
limited hours, which vary during the year. Examples include Deas Hall, Daniel
Library, and Mark Clark Hall. These facilities will be secured according to
schedules developed by the department responsible for the facility. Emergencies
may necessitate changes or alterations to any posted schedules. Residential
areas are limited to residents and their guests. Residents are responsible
for the security of their individual units. Keys to college buildings, facilities
and other property are the property of The Citadel. Only authorized individuals
are permitted to have keys to Citadel buildings, facilities or other property.
Those who are permitted to have keys are expected to use the keys only for
authorized college-related purposes. Permission to have or use keys to college
buildings, facilities or other property may be denied or rescinded at any
time and for any reason. At least one Public Safety officer is on patrol at
all times. Public Safety officers provide security escorts when requested
for staff members, students, and faculty during late hours.
Security Awareness Programs:
PSAF presents crime prevention programs to incoming students each August,
and to new employees at employee orientation. This briefing includes methods
to maintain personal safety and campus security measures. PSAF personnel also
inform students and employees about crime on-campus and in surrounding neighborhoods.
When time is of the essence, information is released to the college community
through security alerts posted prominently throughout campus, through emails
sent over the college's electronic mail system, and / or through Bulldog Alert,
the college's electronic emergency notification system.
Mark Valuables Forever With Project ID:
All members of The Citadel community can (and should) mark their valuables
with The Citadel NCIC (National Crime Information Center) number SCO-101100,
followed by their CIT number. If marked items are subsequently stolen, they
can be identified and returned to their rightful owner upon recovery by a
law enforcement agency. Engravers are available for loan at the PSAF office
at Lesesne Gate. Contact Public Safely at 953-5114 for additional information
and assistance.
Criminal Activity Off Campus:
The Citadel does not own any off-campus residences. The City of Charleston
and the Charleston County Sheriff's Department have law enforcement responsibility
for crimes that occur off-campus. The Charleston County Sheriff's Office and
The Citadel do, however, have a mutual aid agreement. As a result, Citadel
public safety officers may assist the Charleston County Sheriff's Department,
or City of Charleston Police, with off-campus incidents. City police and sheriff's
deputies also communicate with college officials when students off-campus
are engaged in off-campus criminal incidents. In accordance with College Regulations,
The Citadel will address off-campus conduct when the behavior or the presence
of the individual or student organization, in the college's sole judgment,
impairs, interferes, or obstructs the mission, processes, or functions of
the college.
Alcohol and Drug Enforcement Policies:
With limited exceptions, The Citadel prohibits cadet and non-cadet student
possession of alcohol anywhere on campus. Any person or persons desiring to
serve wine, champagne or beer at any function on Citadel property or in Citadel
facilities (except private residences) must request, in writing, and obtain
permission to serve alcoholic beverages from the Director of The Citadel Staff.
No alcoholic beverages other than beer, champagne or wine may be served at
any Citadel facility during events involving cadets and students. Persons
serving alcohol on campus must abide by South Carolina state laws concerning
alcoholic beverages. It is unlawful to sell, furnish, or provide alcohol to
a person under the age of twenty-one (21). Likewise, the possession of alcohol
by anyone under twenty-one (21) years of age is prohibited. Violators are
subject to college disciplinary action, criminal prosecution, fine and imprisonment.
The Citadel will not tolerate the possession, solicitation, distribution,
sale, or use of hallucinogenic, narcotic, or other controlled drugs and substances,
or of drug paraphernalia. The Citadel prohibits all students at any time or
place, whether on- or off-campus, from possessing or using any hallucinogenic,
narcotic or other controlled drug or substance or any paraphernalia as defined
in South Carolina Code Ann. Sec. 44-53-110, unless authorized by a legal prescription
for such substance or otherwise specifically permitted by law. Any student
knowingly and willfully possessing or using any such substance or item in
violation of this policy will be expelled from the College. Any student possessing
or using any such substance or item in violation of this policy, but for whom
the possession or use is not knowing and willful, will be subject to expulsion
from the College. The Citadel has a drug testing program which gives the College
the right to randomly test members of the Corps of Cadets periodically for
the presence of illegal drugs and other controlled substances. Agreeing to
participate in this program is a condition of acceptance at The Citadel, and
submitting to testing when required under this program is a condition for
remaining as a student. The Citadel additionally prohibits any person - whether
a student, visitor, employee, or other person - from bringing onto or possessing
on The Citadel campus or other Citadel property any hallucinogenic, narcotic
or other controlled drug or substance or any drug paraphernalia except as
specifically permitted by law. The possession of any such substance or item
by any person on Citadel property is contrary to and in violation of the permission
of any person to be on Citadel property, and possession or control of any
such substance or item on Citadel property is regarded as criminal trespass.
Further, any such prohibited item located on Citadel property is regarded
as contraband and subject to immediate seizure. The enforcement of alcohol
and state and federal drug laws on campus is primarily the responsibility
of The Citadel Public Safety Department. PSAF personnel will prosecute and/or
cooperate with appropriate state and federal law enforcement authorities in
the prosecution of all alcohol and drug law violations.
Substance Abuse Education Programs:
The Citadel encourages education as the first step in assisting students
to take responsibility for their behavior and to understand the consequences
of current and future behavior as it relates to drug and alcohol use. The
Citadel takes a multi-faceted approach to accomplish this goal. The Alcohol
and Substance Abuse Prevention Program (ASAPP) provides evaluation and assistance
in the prevention, education, and treatment of alcohol and substance abuse.
Strategies utilized include an in-depth alcohol and substance use evaluation,
individual short-term counseling, video and reading material, an interactive
computer program, an online alcohol education course, and appropriate referrals
for long-term outpatient and inpatient treatment. These services, which are
available to currently enrolled students, are aimed at reducing a student's
risk for developing serious problems associated with the abuse of alcohol
and other substances. The Alcohol and Substance Abuse Prevention Program is
coordinated by staff in The Citadel Counseling Center, which is located at
203 Richardson Avenue behind Bond Hall. Students are encouraged to contact
the Counseling Center directly to schedule appointments for individual counseling
or for more All cadets receive information on alcohol and substance abuse
prevention as one of the seven focused content areas of the Leadership Education
Program. The Leadership Education Program is a college-wide, integrated, co-curricular
element of The Citadel Experience which focuses on The Citadel's Core Values
and the concept of respect for oneself and others. The Program provides a
progressive, sequential, and integrated design over a cadet's time at The
Citadel. It features small group classes, external speakers, and seminar-style
feedback sessions to create greater variety and interaction. This instruction
directly links to other programs or college events such as the freshman orientation
course (CIT101), required physical education classes (RPED 250/251), Greater
Issues speakers, Health Promotion Fairs, and ROTC instruction.
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Education Programs:
The Citadel educates the campus community about sexual misconduct and procedures
for reporting misconduct through mandatory programs each year. In addition
to speakers from the college, national and local are brought in for each class
of students. Programs are conducted through a progressive, comprehensive curriculum
that focuses on the mission of each class.
" Freshmen receive:
o Two hours of sexual harassment/sexual assault classes during orientation
week that cover definitions, expectations, legal aspects, and institutional
response policies
o An on-line program that they must pass with 85% accuracy
o A national speaker on acquaintance rape
" Sophomores receive:
o A refresher course on definitions and policies, with interactive scenarios
o The One-in-Four group's program for men on how to respond to rape
o A national speaker " Juniors receive
o A refresher course on definitions and policies, with interactive scenarios
o A local speaker o A national speaker " Seniors receive:
o A national speaker
o The opportunity to train other cadets on these issues
" Faculty/staff receive:
o Classes through new employee orientation on sexual harassment
o Classes for all new faculty on sexual harassment/sexual assault/rape
and the procedures for reporting each
o Classes during department meetings when arranged
Procedures following a sexual assault: Students who have experienced
sexual assault are encouraged to file a report with The Citadel's Sexual Assault
Prevention and Response Coordinator (SAPRC), Public Safety, and/or the police.
Victims may choose for an investigation to be pursued through the criminal
justice system. They may also choose for an investigation to be pursued through
The Citadel's disciplinary system, through formal or informal reporting. The
SAPRC or another college official will guide victims through the available
on-campus and off-campus options and support their decisions. Whether or not
individuals choose to make a formal report, they are urged to seek appropriate
help, which may include a medical evaluation, filing an on-campus or police
report, and/or obtaining information, support, and counseling, either on or
off campus.
What to do immediately:
Go to a safe place.
Contact someone who can help. Some options include:
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Coordinator 843-425-1315 (24/7)
Infirmary 843-953-5447 (24/7)
Public Safety 843-953-5114 (24/7)
Police 911
People Against Rape 843-745-0144
Chain of Command
Parent/guardianFriend
Preserve evidence.
Victims are encouraged to request collection of physical evidence. Collection
of evidence includes an examination at the MUSC clinic by a Sexual Assault
Nursing Examiner. Evidence collection also includes examination and retention
of clothing, bedding, and other tangible objects. Prompt collection of
physical evidence, both through an exam and through retention of tangible
objects, is essential should the victim decide to pursue criminal prosecution
and/or a civil action.
For more information regarding the exam or evidence preservation, contact
the SAPRC (843-425-1315).
Medical Treatment: A person who has experienced a sexual assault
is encouraged to seek appropriate medical treatment as promptly as possible.
Students with life-threatening conditions should call 911 or go to the
MUSC Emergency Department. For assistance getting there, they may contact
the SAPRC at 843-425-1315 or Public Safety at 843-953-5114.
For treatment of less serious injuries, students can contact the Infirmary
(843-953-5447).
For evaluation and prevention of sexually transmitted diseases, as well
as consultation/examination for other concerns, students can go to the
MUSC clinic in North Charleston.
Report the incident: A person who has experienced sexual assault should
report the incident to Citadel officials immediately. A victim may also report
the incident to law enforcement authorities, both on-campus and off-campus.
Citadel officials, including but not limited to the SAPRC, will assist a victim
in notifying these authorities, if the victim requests assistance.
A victim of sexual assault can report the incident to one or more of the
following Citadel officials:
Cadets: the SAPRC, their respective company, battalion, or regimental
tactical officer, an ombudsman, a member of the faculty or staff, or a
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate
Non-cadet students:, the SAPRC, the Provost or an Associate Provost or
the Dean of CGC, an ombudsman, a member of the faculty or staff, or a
Sexual Assault Victim Advocate
A victim of sexual assault may also notify appropriate law enforcement
authorities, including PSAF and/or City of Charleston Police. Citadel
officials, including but not limited to the SAPRC, will assist a victim
in notifying these authorities, if the victim requests assistance.
Obtaining Information, Support and Counseling: Students who have experienced
sexual assault or who have knowledge of, and/or have been affected by another
person's sexual assault, are strongly encouraged to obtain information, support,
and counseling and/or advocacy even if a formal report is not filed.
Counselors and/or advocates at a variety of agencies, both on and off campus,
can provide information, support, and advice for anyone who wishes to discuss
issues related to sexual assault, whether or not a sexual assault has actually
occurred, and whether or not the person seeking information has been assaulted,
has been accused of a sexual assault, and/or is a third party. The degree
to which confidentiality can be protected depends upon the professional
role of the person being consulted and should be addressed with that person
before specific facts are disclosed. Additionally, counselors and/or advocates
can help students decide what steps to take, such as seeking medical attention,
preserving evidence, obtaining off-campus counseling, and/or reporting to
authorities. Some counseling and/or advocate resources available include:
The Citadel Counseling Center, 843-953-6779
The Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Coordinator, 843-425-1315
Ombuds Office, 843-953-7953 or 843-953-5096
The Citadel Chaplain 843-953-5049
People Against Rape, 843-745-0144
Change in Academic and/or Living Situation: The Citadel will change
a victim's academic and living situations after an alleged sex offense,
if those changes are requested by the victim and are reasonably available.
An alleged victim should make requests for changes through the SAPRC,
his or her tactical officer, or academic advisor, as appropriate.
Disciplinary Action: The Citadel has established procedures for
significant disciplinary action, including the convening of Commandant's
Boards and Hearings for alleged disciplinary offenses allegedly committed
by cadets. These procedures are applicable to allegations of sex offenses,
and are detailed in the College Regulations, the Blue Book and
the White Book. Citadel procedures provide, in part, that an accused
cadet or student is allowed to choose up to two people to accompany him
or her throughout the proceedings, and to present information to the decision-making
authority. In cases of alleged sexual assault, these provisions are afforded
to both the accused student or cadet and the victim.
In addition, both the victim and the accused will be informed of the
outcome of a disciplinary proceeding which addresses an alleged sex offense.
Compliance with this paragraph does not constitute a violation of the
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). For purposes of this
paragraph, the "outcome of a disciplinary proceeding" means only the institution's
final determination with respect to the alleged sex offense and any sanction
that is imposed against the accused.
Students found to have violated the sexual misconduct policy may be suspended,
dismissed, or expelled from The Citadel. In addition, offenders may be
criminally prosecuted by civilian authorities.
Additional Information: Literature on rape, sexual assault, sexual
harassment, and the college's response policies is available through the
Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Coordinator.
Sexual Offender Registration:
Information on all registered adult sex offenders (age 17 and older) is available
from the S.C. Sex Offenders Registry Web site (http://services.sled.sc.gov/sor/).
Information is also available on registered sex offenders (ages 12-16) who
have committed the following offenses: criminal sexual conduct in the first
degree; criminal sexual conduct in the second degree; criminal sexual conduct
with minors, first degree; criminal sexual conduct with minors, second degree;
engaging a child for sexual performance; producing, directing or promoting
sexual performance by a child; or kidnapping.
An evaluation must be made on any other requests for information on registered
offenders under age 17 who are victims of or witnesses to an offense at public
or private schools, child day-care centers, family day-care centers or businesses
and organizations that primarily serve children, women or vulnerable adults.
Evaluations are also required on information requests for offenders who are
age 11 or younger who may have a prior conviction or adjudication of delinquency.
Those who request the information must complete and submit a written request
form at SLED or at a sheriff's office. A copy of the request form is available
online; it may be mailed or faxed to Sex Offenders Registry, SLED, P.O. Box
21398, Columbia, SC 29221. The fax number is (803) 896-7022.
A Personal Note from The Citadel's Director of Public Safety:
This document is The Citadel's Annual Security Report, published in compliance
with the "Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime
Statistics Act of 1998." It is available on the World Wide Web at http://www.citadel.edu/publicsafety/
A hard copy of the report may also be obtained by calling the Department of
Public Safety at (843) 953-5114 or visiting the Department of Public Safety
at our office adjacent to Lesesne Gate. This report includes statistics for
the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on-campus;
in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by The Citadel;
and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from
the campus. It also explains institutional policies concerning campus security,
our policies concerning sexual assault, and other matters. The Citadel campus
community can make a difference in curbing criminal activity by reporting
questionable behavior or events immediately. By reviewing and becoming familiar
with the information in this report, we will keep our campus safe and secure.
Crime Statistics: The following statistics indicate the number of
crimes and arrests occurring on campus and in the community bordering the
campus during the past three years. These statistics are maintained in accordance
with the Federal Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990. NOTE: Incidents
of off campus crime are reported if they occur on streets bordering The Citadel.
Crimes required to b e reported were researched and none were found as The
Citadel is bordered on the west by the Ashley River, Dunneman Street on the
north, Hampton Park and Elmwood Avenue on the east and Huger and Hagood avenues
on the south. See Matrix on back page. From time to time, all members of the
community will be asked to participate in specific crime prevention and safety
programs sponsored by the Department of Public Safety. These programs include
the registration of bicycles, safe rides to campus when drivers are impaired,
wearing of seat belts, and engraving of valuable items with a Citadel personal
identification number
Crime Reporting for Calendar Year 2008
