The Lewis University community offers numerous advantages to students and residents. The community offers a safe and secure learning environment. However, it is not immune to the kinds of problems that occur in the rest of society. Unfortunately, the potential for criminal activity to occur at Lewis University or any Regional Campus is a reality that must be taken seriously.
The University strives to provide a safe and secure environment for students, staff and visitors. However, it is only possible to maintain safety and security when every student, faculty and staff member takes an active part in the effort.
The purpose of this publication is to:
No matter how effective the University's programs may be, a crucial and fundamental obligation for safety and security lies with each of us. No security department or set of procedures can be effective unless individuals exercise reasonable care and prudence. Safety and Security is everyone's responsibility.
The Lewis University Police Department has the authority to enforce state and local statutes in addition to University policies as posted in the Student Handbook. Campus police may ask persons for identification to determine whether individuals have lawful business at Lewis University which is private property. Campus police also have the authority to issue both state and University traffic and parking citations, which are either processed through the Will County court system or billed to financial accounts of students, faculty, and staff respectively.
The Lewis University Police Department is comprised of both sworn Police Officers (peace officers) as defined in the Private College Campus Police Act (110 ILCS 1020) and civilian Campus Safety Officers. Lewis University Police Officers are armed and possess law enforcement authority including powers of arrest. Criminal incidents may be handled internally or in collaboration with local law enforcement. The Lewis University Police Department, located on the main campus, maintains a collaborative relationship with the Romeoville Police Department. All crime victims and witnesses are strongly encouraged to immediately report the crime to the Police Department. If a crime occurs at a Regional Campus, the local police department where the campus is located should be notified. Prompt reporting will assure timely warning notices on-campus and timely disclosure of crime statistics.
During business hours, the University (excluding certain housing facilities) will be open to students, parents, employees, contractors, guests, and invitees. During non-business hours, access to all University facilities is by key, if issued, or by admittance via the Lewis University Police Department or Residence Life staff. In the case of periods of extended closing, the University will admit only those with prior written approval.
Residence halls are secured 24 hours a day. During extended breaks, such as Winter Break and Summer Break, all residence hall keys are collected from those students who are not remaining on campus over the break. Some facilities may have individual hours, which may vary at different times of the year. Examples are the Library, the Recreation and Fitness Center, and the Philip Lynch Theatre. In these cases, the facilities will be secured according to schedules developed by the department responsible for the facility.
During orientation at various times throughout the year, students are informed of services offered by the Lewis University Police Department. Presentations outline ways to maintain personal safety and residence hall security. Students are advised about crime on-campus. Similar information is presented to new employees. Crime prevention, alcohol and other drug awareness and sexual assault prevention programs are offered on a continual basis. Periodically, during the academic year, other local law enforcement agencies, in cooperation with other university organizations and departments, present crime prevention awareness sessions on survival during an active shooting, personal safety, and the dangers of drinking and driving.
A common theme of all awareness and crime prevention programs is to encourage students and employees to be aware of their responsibility for their own security and the security of others. In addition to seminars, information is disseminated to students and employees through security alert posters, displays, videos, and articles and advertisements in University and student newspapers as well as social media outlets and the Internet. When time is of the essence, information is released to the university community through security alerts posted prominently throughout campus, through computer memos sent over the university's electronic mail system, text messaging, and a voice mail broadcasting system. Audible emergency messages can also be sent through a public address system located in buildings through the campus.
The University Police Department is the central reporting agency for all crimes occurring on campus. Investigations will be conducted by campus police in cooperation with University officials and, as necessary, other local authorities.
The Lewis University Police Department generally employs at least one full-time Police Officer per shift, assisted by civilian Campus Safety Officers who are available throughout the day and evening hours. These officers provide a 24-hour patrol to the campus, and screen persons entering the campus through the Communications Center at the entrance to the University after midnight.
For emergency situations contact can be made through the University phone system at extension 5911 or (815) 836-5911 or 911(for local police and fire). For non-emergencies contact can be made through the University phone system at extension 5222 or (815) 836-5222. The dispatcher can immediately contact campus police personnel, Residence Life staff and /or local police and fire departments if necessary.
The Vice President for Student Services and Dean of Student Services or his/her designee will provide timely notification to the Lewis community (students, faculty and staff) regarding possibly dangerous conditions or crimes that are reported to campus police. Possible methods of notification include “The Flyer” our student newspaper, Lewis community mailboxes, University bulletin boards, the University’s radio and television stations, text messaging, voice or email, and/or memo delivery to the residence hall rooms.
When violent crimes are reported to the University Police Department, the following campus victim support services will be contacted in order to assist the victim(s):
After 5:00 p.m. this notification is made through the University Police Communications Center.
As stated above the following, local and/or state authorities may be notified of the crime as appropriate:
The Campus Security Act of 1990, Section 203 (and as amended in 1998) amends Section 438 (b) of the General Education Provisions Act (commonly referred to as the “Buckley Amendment”). The Campus Security Act of 1990, Section 203 (and as amended in 1998) permits disclosure to the alleged victim(s) of violent crimes* the results of the University’s disciplinary proceedings. The Vice President for Student Services or his designee will disclose the results of the University’s disciplinary proceedings to the victim(s) only. This disclosure may take place only after a written request to the Vice President for Student Services is completed by the victim.
*Violent crimes as stated above are defined as those crimes that are reported according to the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990 and as amended in 1998, namely:
Hate Crimes are defined by federal law to include:
Any crime of murder, sex offense (forcible or non-forcible), robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft, manslaughter, arson, and any other crimes involving bodily injury to any person in which the victim is intentionally selected because of the actual or perceived race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity, or disability of the victim which is reported to campus police authorities or local police agencies. Data shall be collected and reported according to category of prejudice.
RH= Residence Halls, OC = Total On campus, PP = Public Property
CRIMINAL OFFENSES |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
RH |
OC |
PP |
RH |
OC |
PP |
RH |
OC |
PP |
|
Murder |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Sex offense – Forcible |
2 |
2 |
0 |
2 |
2 |
0 |
1 |
2 |
0 |
Sex Offense – non Force |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Aggravated Assault |
1 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Burglary |
3 |
3 |
0 |
2 |
5 |
0 |
2 |
6 |
0 |
Motor Vehicle Theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Theft Under 300.00 |
9 |
18 |
0 |
14 |
20 |
0 |
3 |
13 |
0 |
Theft Over 300.00 |
4 |
8 |
0 |
10 |
23 |
0 |
4 |
11 |
0 |
Total Theft |
13 |
26 |
0 |
24 |
43 |
0 |
7 |
23 |
0 |
HATE CRIMES |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
RH |
OC |
PP |
RH |
OC |
PP |
RH |
OC |
PP |
|
Murder |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Sex offense – Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Sex Offense – non Force |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Aggravated Assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Motor Vehicle Theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
ARRESTS |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
RH |
OC |
PP |
RH |
OC |
PP |
RH |
OC |
PP |
|
Liquor Law Violations |
1 |
1 |
0 |
1 |
1 |
0 |
3 |
14 |
0 |
Drug Law Violations |
6 |
6 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
0 |
2 |
9 |
0 |
Illegal weapons |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
DISCIPLINARY ACTION |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
RH |
OC |
PP |
RH |
OC |
PP |
RH |
OC |
PP |
|
Liquor Law Violations |
166 |
166 |
0 |
110 |
110 |
0 |
93 |
93 |
0 |
Drug Law Violations |
5 |
5 |
0 |
5 |
5 |
0 |
3 |
9 |
0 |
Illegal weapons |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
OC = Total On campus, PP = Public Property
CRIMINAL OFFENSES |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
||||
Murder |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Sex offense – Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Sex Offense – non Force |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Robbery |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Aggravated Assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Motor Vehicle Theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Theft Under 300.00 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Theft Over 300.00 |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Total Theft |
0 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
ARRESTS |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
||||
Liquor Law Violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Drug Law Violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Illegal weapons |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
OC = Total On campus, PP = Public Property
CRIMINAL OFFENSES |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
||||
Murder |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Sex offense – Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Sex Offense – non Force |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Aggravated Assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Motor Vehicle Theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Theft Under 300.00 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Theft Over 300.00 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Total Theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
ARRESTS |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
||||
Liquor Law Violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Drug Law Violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Illegal weapons |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
OC = Total On campus, PP = Public Property
CRIMINAL OFFENSES |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
||||
Murder |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Sex offense – Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Sex Offense – non Force |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Aggravated Assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Motor Vehicle Theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Theft Under 300.00 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Theft Over 300.00 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Total Theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
ARRESTS |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
||||
Liquor Law Violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Drug Law Violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Illegal weapons |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
OC = Total On campus, PP = Public Property
CRIMINAL OFFENSES |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
||||
Murder |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Sex offense – Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Sex Offense – non Force |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Aggravated Assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Motor Vehicle Theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Theft Under 300.00 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Theft Over 300.00 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Total Theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
ARRESTS |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008 |
2009 |
2010 |
||||||
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
||||
Liquor Law Violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Drug Law Violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Illegal weapons |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
OC = Total On campus, PP = Public Property
CRIMINAL OFFENSES |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008** |
2009** |
2010** |
||||||
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
||||
Murder |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Sex offense – Forcible |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Sex Offense – non Force |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Robbery |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Aggravated Assault |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Burglary |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Motor Vehicle Theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Arson |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Theft Under 300.00 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Theft Over 300.00 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Total Theft |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
ARRESTS |
|||||||||
Offenses |
2008** |
2009** |
2010** |
||||||
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
OC |
PP |
||||
Liquor Law Violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Drug Law Violations |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
Illegal weapons |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
0 |
|||
** The local Police Department was unable to provide a statistical breakdown of crimes that were appropriate for Cleary Reporting.
Crime statistics may also be viewed on the U.S. Department of Education website at: http://www.ope.ed.gov/security/search.asp
State of Illinois and the Village of Romeoville prohibit the possession, use or purchase of liquor, beer, or wine by persons under 21 years of age. Lewis University complies with Federal, State and Local laws including those which regulate the possession, use and sale of alcohol and illegal drugs or controlled substances. The following represents a general summary of the Alcohol and Drug Policies of Lewis University. On the University’s premises or at University sponsored activities, the following are prohibited:
The Student Handbook outlines more policies and procedures and disciplinary actions. Possible sanctions for violations range from fines to dismissal from the University.
Alcohol may be consumed in moderation by students who are at least 21 years of age in their own room with the door closed. Guests of students must also be at least 21 years of age.
Further, at sanctioned student organization event(s), where alcohol is present, a State of Illinois Driver’s License or other identification with the individual’s date of birth must be produced upon request of a Lewis University official or local law enforcement officer(s).
All students are prohibited from possessing or consuming alcoholic beverages on campus, including the grounds and non-residential campus facilities, except as authorized by University personnel.
The Center for Health and Counseling Services will provide student counseling and refer students to related campus and off-campus alcohol and drug education.
Educational programs addressing alcohol and other drugs are co-sponsored by the Office of Student Services, the Office of Residence Life, Student Development &Leadership, University Ministry, the Student Recreation and Fitness Center, Health and Counseling Services, and the Lewis University Police Department.
SEXUAL MISCONDUCT POLICY
Lewis University does not tolerate sexual misconduct of any type. This includes but is not limited to sexual harassment, non-consensual sexual intercourse, nonconsensual sexual contact and sexual exploitation, as defined below.
When the University has reason to believe that a violation of the sexual misconduct policy has occurred, the University will take immediate and appropriate action through the Judicial Process. The University’s Judicial Process is not dependent upon the outcome of external criminal or civil procedures, and usually is not stayed by them. The University will take action over offenses by students that occur on University property or at University-sponsored events. The University will also take action over alleged violations between students that occur off campus when that off-campus conduct detrimentally affects the university community.
Get to a safe place. Any student who believes sexual misconduct may have occurred is encouraged to report the matter promptly to campus police. Reporting any sexual misconduct will help campus police to conduct an immediate and complete investigation in a timely manner. It is important that evidence be preserved at the scene of the alleged offense, for the integrity of the investigation. Any pieces of clothing, beverages, weapons, etc. should not be touched until the police officials are on scene. Immediately after an assault, the victim should avoid bathing, washing, or going to the bathroom, if possible. It will be the responsibility of police personnel to secure the scene of the alleged offense to protect evidence prior to the arrival of evidence collection technicians. While prompt reporting is helpful, delays in reporting are common, and Lewis University has no explicit time limit on reporting, as long as the accused student is still enrolled. If an assault is committed on campus by a nonstudent, campus police and the Dean of Student Services should be notified. If an assault occurs off-campus, the local police in that jurisdiction should be notified. An on-campus complaint may also be filed for off-campus conduct between students. Campus police will make the Dean of Student Services or the Dean’s designee aware of any reported sexual misconduct. Resident students should report any violation of this sexual misconduct policy to a member of the Residence Life staff, to campus police, or to the Dean of Student Services. If the student was assaulted by another Lewis University student, disciplinary action may follow should the victim file a University complaint. The University may also decide to take action even if the victim does not press criminal charges or file a complaint with the university.
Lewis University takes immediate steps to investigate all reported allegations of sexual misconduct and ensure the safety of victims. The University may change academic and living arrangements after an alleged sex offense, upon request. Victims have the option to make changes in academic and living arrangements by contacting the Director of Residence Life or Dean of Student Services, who will also inform victims of their right to contact the police and pursue criminal charges. Victims have the right of access to campus counseling resources as well.
In a sexual misconduct case, it is the University’s duty to balance privacy for the victim and the “public’s right to know.” In this balance, maintaining the victim’s privacy is paramount. Any release of information about an alleged violation of the sexual misconduct policy will not include personally identifying information about the victim without permission.
Although the University does not condone violations of university policies, it considers reporting assaults to be of paramount importance, and will therefore extend limited immunity to victims in order to foster reporting and adjudication of sexual misconduct. Additionally, the University will extend limited immunity to others who report violations of sexual misconduct or assist victims of sexual misconduct.
The following Campus Victim Support Services will be notified so that they can be available to assist the victim:
The following off-campus victim support services are available to assist the victim:
Once the documentation phase of the investigation is complete, at the request of the victim, the alleged offender will be referred to the judicial process. Alleged violations of the sexual misconduct policy will result in a Judicial Board Hearing. These board hearings are arranged promptly with the purpose of providing resolution of the case in a timely manner. Prior to the hearing, all parties will be advised of their rights.
The Office of Student Services conducts Judicial Board Hearings with the purpose of examining relevant information in order to determine whether the accused student is in violation or not in violation. The hearing is conducted fairly and objectively. Only persons directly involved with the case and their advisors are permitted to attend the hearing. The sexual history and character of the complainant will not be discussed in the hearing. Both the alleged victim and the alleged offender are entitled to have an advisor present during a conduct hearing. Both the victim and the alleged offender will be informed of the outcome of the hearing and any appeals, in writing, within 48 hours of the conclusion of the hearing. If the Judicial Board determines the alleged offender to be in violation of this sexual misconduct policy, sanctions will be imposed. Hearings may result in sanctions ranging from warning up to and including expulsion, depending on the severity of the misconduct.
This policy has been revised by the National Center for Higher Education Risk Management (www.ncherm.org). Some language used here may be from proprietary NCHERM model policies, and is used with permission. Please seek permission from NCHERM to use or adapt its materials.
As a provision of the Campus Security Act as amended, Lewis University is required to provide information to members of the community on the presence of registered sex offenders living in the area. The Illinois State Police provides an online listing of sex offenders required to register in the State of Illinois. The database is updated daily and allows searching by city, county, and zip code.
This information may be obtained from the Illinois State Police on the internet at: http://www.isp.state.il.us/sor/
The possession, use or sale of firearms, ammunition, fireworks, major or minor explosives, or any lethal weapon (including paint ball guns, pellet or B.B. guns, hunting bows, arrows, and knives) is forbidden on campus. Violators are subject to University disciplinary action up to and including expulsion from the University; as well as to Federal, State of Illinois, and local criminal actions.
Only the Vice President for Student Services can approve the use of firearms on the Lewis University campus. The Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) program has been granted permission by the Office of Student Services to carry firearms on campus for training purposes only.
This policy shall not restrict authorized law enforcement personnel from carrying firearms on campus in compliance with state and federal statutes and Police Department policy.
The Residence Life staff maintains a strong commitment to campus safety and security. The Residence Life department monitors safety and security in the residence halls. On call duty responsibilities play a major role in this commitment. Residence Life staff members are on duty in the residence halls whenever the Office of Student Services is closed. The duty staff is available by telephone or radio contact. They are responsible for completing rounds regularly throughout all of the residence halls.
Residents may call ext. 3889 (D-U-T-Y) in order to access duty staff. This is the D-U-T-Y hotline. Should residents be unable to reach a staff member by phone, they may contact campus police so that the duty staff member can be contacted by radio.
All residence hall exterior doors other than designated entrance/exit doors are alarmed and secured at all times. These doors are to be used to exit the building only in an emergency situation. Any tampering with these doors will result in up to a $1,000 fine to the responsible parties or to the entire building when the violators are unknown. Residents must use their room key to gain entry into the building.
The Office of Residence Life, located in the Office of Student Services, hours of operation are 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. each weekday. Students are encouraged to call the office at ext. 5275 during the day should they need to contact a staff member in an emergency. The hall staff contacts campus police for emergency support on a 24-hour basis.
The Dean of Student Services and the Director of Residence Life reside on campus and are available to staff for referral and emergency response purposes. Residence Life staff report any damages/hazards in the residence halls. Violations of University policy are documented by the Residence Life staff and referred to a Director of Residence Life for appropriate judicial action.
All resident students will be required to have a Missing Person Notification Form on file in the Office of Residence Life. This form provides a contact person in the event there is a reason to suspect a student is missing for 24 hours or more or is in threat of imminent harm and the resident cannot be immediately reached. In such cases, the Lewis University Police Department will be notified. Campus police will work with the Office of Residence Life to conduct an investigation. University officials may notify other law enforcement agencies if it is determined the student is unreachable.
Definitions that apply to this section:
In Case of a Fire on Campus
Whenever a fire alarm is sounded, all persons must evacuate the building in a safe and orderly manner through the nearest fire exit to an open area away from the building. The Residence Life staff in conjunction with campus police will oversee the evacuation of the residence hall areas. Please do not panic. Never disregard a fire alarm. Obstruction and/or disregarding the instructions of firefighting personnel, police or Residence Life staff will result in disciplinary action and possibly arrest.
Lewis University Police Department personnel, along with the Fire Department, will determine when it is safe to re-enter the building. If a false alarm is witnessed, this violation should be reported to campus police.
Candles and Incense
The possession or burning of incense or candles is not permitted in the residence halls. Any candles or incense located in student rooms will be confiscated and disposed of.
Electrical Appliances/Cooking
Due to the dangers associated with overloading the electrical circuits and cooking in the residence halls, only the following U/L listed electrical appliances are allowed in the rooms: clocks, radios, stereo equipment, televisions, VCRs, DVD players, personal computers, heating pads, razors, hair dryers, irons, study lamps, coffee pots, small hot pots, and popcorn makers. Ceiling fans and air conditioners are prohibited.
Care should be exercised by residents not to overload outlets; multi-socket outlets should not be used at any time. U/L listed surge protectors or power strips are recommended. Extension cords are prohibited. The cooking of meals in residence halls is expressly prohibited except in the common residence hall kitchens. Barbecuing is allowed outside of the residence hall provided the rights of other residents are not violated (i.e.,noise, litter). Barbecuing near the windows of the residence halls is prohibited. Combustible materials and liquids such as lighter fluid are not permitted in residence halls.
Microfridges are provided in each residence hall room with the exception of North Hall, in which suitemates share a full-size microwave and refrigerator. No other refrigerators/microwaves are permitted. Food may be kept in the rooms provided that such food is not left open and perishable food is properly refrigerated. No torchere halogen lamps are permitted as they present a fire hazard. Additionally, no space heaters are permitted unless it is issued to students by the Residence Life or Physical Plant staff.
In Case of a Fire Inside of Your Room
If you cannot easily extinguish the fire, GET OUT, take your room key, close the door and safely evacuate the area.
In Case of a Fire Outside of Your Room
Fire drills will be conducted regularly during the academic year. Persons who tamper with firefighting
equipment (including signs), sound false alarms, fail to evacuate during a fire alarm, remove batteries from smoke detectors and/or inhibit the work of firefighters in any way are subject to disciplinary action.
HALL |
DATE |
TYPE |
CAUSE |
CR |
Injuries / Deaths |
Cost of Damage |
DLASALLE SOUTH |
2/16/2007 |
FIRE ALARM |
BURNED FOOD |
200702161116 |
0 |
0 |
FOUNDERS HALL |
5/6/2007 |
FIRE ALARM |
SMODE DETECTOR MALFUNCTION |
200705061734 |
0 |
0 |
SHEIL HALL |
8/25/2007 |
FIRE ALARM |
SMOKE DETECTOR MALFUNCTION |
200708250119 |
0 |
0 |
SHEIL HALL |
10/18/2007 |
FIRE ALARM |
BURNT FOOD |
200710180814 |
0 |
0 |
SOUTH HALL |
1/15/2008 |
FIRE ALARM |
FAULTY SMOKE DETECTOR - REPLACED |
200801152312 |
0 |
0 |
FOUNDERS HALL |
1/20/2008 |
FIRE ALARM |
SMOKE DETECTOR MALFUNCTION |
200801201410 |
0 |
0 |
FITZPATRICK |
1/25/2008 |
FIRE |
FIRE SET TO WOOD PLANK LEFT ON BALCONY |
200801252343 |
0 |
0 |
SOUTH HALL |
10/16/2009 |
FIRE ALARM |
CANDLE FIRE – NO DAMAGE NO INJURIES - JUDICIAL REFERRAL |
200910161753 |
0 |
0 |
DOROTHY DAY HALL |
10/24/2009 |
FIRE ALARM |
GROUND FAULT |
200910241816 |
0 |
0 |
FOUNDERS HALL |
10/25/2009 |
FIRE ALARM |
BURNT FOOD |
200910252037 |
0 |
0 |
FOUNDERS HALL |
11/8/2009 |
FIRE ALARM |
FALSE PULL STATION |
200911080021 |
0 |
0 |
SOUTH HALL |
12/10/2009 |
FIRE ALARM |
BURNT FOOD |
200912100237 |
0 |
0 |
SHEIL HALL |
03/13/2010 |
FIRE ALARM |
FALSE PULL STATION |
201003130516 |
0 |
0 |
SOUTH HALL |
03/30/2010 |
FIRE ALARM |
SMOKE DETECTOR MALFUNCION |
201003300106 |
0 |
0 |
DELASALLE NORTH |
04/30/2010 |
FIRE ALARM |
SMOKE DETECTOR MALFUNCTION |
201004301207 |
0 |
0 |
SOUTH HALL |
05/18/2010 |
FIRE ALARM |
BURNED FOOD | 201005180044 |
0 |
0 |
SOUTH HALL |
06/05/2010 |
FIRE ALARM |
BURNED FOOD |
201006051748 |
0 |
0 |
NORTH HALL |
07/11/2010 |
FIRE ALARM |
PUMP SENSOR MALFUNCTION |
201007112053 |
0 |
0 |
FOUNDERS HALL |
08/03/2010 |
FIRE ALARM |
SMOKE DETECTOR MALFUNCTION |
2010080308140 |
0 |
0 |
NORTH HALL |
08/19/2010 |
FIRE ALARM |
BURNED FOOD |
201008191823 |
0 |
0 |
NORTH HALL |
09/10/2010 |
FIRE ALARM |
BURNED FOOD |
201009101138 |
0 |
0 |
DELASALLE NORTH |
09/12/2010 |
FIRE ALARM |
SYSTEM MALFUNCTION |
201009121615 |
0 |
0 |
SOUTH HALL |
10/31/2010 |
FIRE ALARM |
SMOKE DETECTOR MALFUNCTION |
201010311113 |
0 |
0 |
SOUTH HALLE |
10/31/2010 |
FIRE ALAMR |
FALSE ALARM HAIR SPRAY |
201010311520 |
0 |
0 |
General Description: Fire alarm systems consist of manual and programmable pull stations, visual/audible alarm devices, addressable smoke detector/sound bases and smoke/heat detectors in individual sleeping rooms, corridors, common area and mechanical spaces
Fire Alarm Testing and Inspection: Pull station, horns, strobes, bells, smoke/heat detectors, batteries and fire alarm panels are inspected semiannually and annually. Smoke detectors are cleaned, inspected and tested annually. All inspections and testing are performed by a certified fire alarm company in accordance with National Fire Alarm Code NFPA 72.
Automatic Sprinkler System and Fire pump: Automatic sprinklers are tied into the fire alarm system. The sprinkler systems and fire pumps are inspected and tested semiannually by a certified inspection company in accordance with NFPA 13A.
Building |
Fire Alarm Panel |
Sprinkler System |
Building Smore/Heat Detectors |
Room Smoke/Heat Detectors |
Fire Ext. |
Fire Doors |
Founders Hall |
MS-905OUD |
No |
Monitor |
Monitor/Local |
Yes |
Yes |
North Hall |
Firelite MS-9200 |
Fully |
Monitor |
Local-B |
Yes |
Yes |
Fitzpatrick Hall |
Firelite MS-9200 |
No |
Monitor |
Monitor/Local |
Yes |
Yes |
Sheil Hall |
Silent Knight 5207 |
No |
Monitor |
Monitor/Local |
Yes |
Yes |
South Hall |
Firelite MS-9200 |
Fully |
Monitor |
Monitor/Local |
Yes |
Yes |
De La Salle Hall North |
Firelite MS-9600 |
Fully |
Monitor |
Monitor/Local |
Yes |
Yes |
De La Salle Hall South |
Firelite MS-9600 |
Fully |
Monitor |
Monitor/Local |
Yes |
Yes |
Ryan Hall |
Silent Knight 5207 |
Fully |
Monitor |
Monitor/Local |
Yes |
Yes |
Cody Hall |
Silent Knight 5207 |
Fully |
Monitor |
Monitor/Local |
Yes |
Yes |
Pope John Paul Hall II |
Firelite MS-9200 |
Fully |
Monitor |
Local-B |
Yes |
Yes |
Mother Teresa Hall |
Firelite MS-9200 |
Fully |
Monitor |
Local-B |
Yes |
Yes |
Dorothy Day Hall |
Firelite MS-9600 |
Fully |
Monitor |
Local-B |
Yes |
Yes |
| Notes: B=(hardwired w/battery backup) | ||||||