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Emergency Preparedness

University Status and Emergency Preparedness Information


Suicide/Attempt

  • Verify information.
  • Call 4-911.
  • Notify CERT.
  • Do not disturb the scene or remove evidence.
  • Calm suicidal person.
  • Try to isolate suicidal person from other students.
  • Stay with person until counselor/ suicide intervention arrives unless this places you in immediate danger or threat.

Suicide Death/ Serious Injury On Campus

  • Verify information.
  • Call 4-911.
  • Notify CERT.
  • Do not disturb the scene or remove evidence.

Suicide Death/ Serious Injury Off Campus

If incident occurred off campus which affects the campus community, the V.P. Student Affairs will:

  • Notify staff before normal operating hours.
  • Contact Crisis Intervention Coordinator if mental health recovery efforts are needed.
  • Determine method of notifying students and parents. Announce availability of counseling services for those who need assistance.
  • Refer media to Director of University Relations