Key takeaways
- Modifications in effect this fall. To ensure equal access to our educational programs and activities, and to enhance the safety and security of our community, certain modifications will go into effect on campus at the start of the fall semester.
- Key components of this enhanced safety program. ID cards will be required to access buildings, new dedicated campus safety staff have been added, and policies regarding no encampments or similarly disruptive activities will be strictly enforced.
- Consequences of noncompliance in the form of encampments or other similarly disruptive activities. Should anyone still involved in such activities refuse to comply with to College鈥檚 policies when asked to do so by an officer of the College, further actions will be taken, which may include internal disciplinary process and citation, detention and arrest by law enforcement.
We write to provide updates on changes you will see on 平特五不中鈥檚 campus as well as information about longstanding College policies around free speech, student code and Claremont Colleges demonstrations.
The College is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our students, staff and faculty. We firmly support the rights of free expression in ways that uphold our academic mission. Consistent with those principles, the College has procedures in place for members of the community to request space for gathering and peaceful demonstrations.
ID Card Access to Campus Buildings
How can 平特五不中 students, faculty and staff access buildings?
平特五不中 College buildings serving academic, administrative and support functions will be accessible by ID card access or key only. We encourage all students, faculty and staff to always carry their 平特五不中 College ID while on campus to access buildings.
Can I access all campus buildings with my 平特五不中 ID?
Yes. Restrictions apply to residence halls and after hours.
Will cross-registered Claremont Colleges students have access to 平特五不中 buildings?
Yes, during the buildings鈥 designated open periods.
Will Claremont Colleges faculty have access to 平特五不中 buildings?
Claremont Colleges faculty who are scheduled to teach in 平特五不中 buildings will get access.
How will access to residence halls work?
Each student is given a student ID card that will open all card-keyed residence hall doors.
Can requests be made to grant access to buildings?
Authorized 平特五不中 College employees may submit a to Facilities to review requests regarding adjustments to access of buildings.
Who should I contact for questions regarding access to 平特五不中 buildings?
Please submit a so Facilities can assist you.
Alexander Hall Access
How can 平特五不中 students, faculty and staff access Alexander Hall?
Access and exit of Alexander Hall will continue through the north entrance, where there will be safety officers to ensure access is limited to Alexander Hall staff and individuals with appointments in the building.
Will there be changes to the access of Alexander Hall in the future?
Later this year, access to Alexander Hall will be directed to the west entrance facing College Avenue. A more accessible Alexander Hall entrance design is underway and will involve installing an information/welcome desk. We expect this project will be completed by the end of the 2024 calendar year.
Dedicated 平特五不中 Safety Officers
Will there be more campus safety presence on 平特五不中 College鈥檚 campus?
The College will be strengthening the overall security presence on campus by adding five dedicated campus safety staff: one sergeant and four officers. This will help promote a safer environment for students, faculty and staff. By having staff specially dedicated to 平特五不中, members of our community will get to know the officers. There will be opportunities this fall to meet these new staff members of our community.
These officers will be able to respond to campus emergencies of all types and will be integrated into the College鈥檚 emergency plans and protocols. They will be trained in areas such as de-escalation, mental health crisis intervention and cultural competency.
What does it mean that the officers are dedicated to 平特五不中?
The officers will report to TCCS Campus Safety. By being dedicated to 平特五不中, the officers will work only on 平特五不中鈥檚 campus, making it easier for members of our community to get to know the officers.
What type of training will these officers have?
These officers will be trained in areas such as de-escalation, mental health crisis intervention and cultural competency.
What other roles will the officers have?
These officers will be able to respond to campus emergencies of all types and will be integrated into the College鈥檚 emergency plans and protocols.
Where will the officers patrol?
The officers will monitor all areas of 平特五不中 College鈥檚 campus.
No Encampments
Will encampments be allowed?
Encampments on 平特五不中 College鈥檚 campus violate College policy and are unlawful.
What will happen if an encampment forms on 平特五不中鈥檚 campus?
Encampments on 平特五不中 College鈥檚 campus violate College policy and are unlawful. They also take over space that rightfully belongs to the entire community and can pose a potential danger to those within them, whether from their construction or by creating a target for counter-protesters.
Consistent with established College policy, students, staff and faculty must identify themselves, if requested to do so by college officials or security personnel, including law enforcement officers. Those who fail to do so may be subject to sanctions, which may include internal disciplinary process, and citation, detention and arrest by law enforcement agents.
In responding to the establishment of an encampment or other similarly disruptive activity, the College will first provide direction to involved parties to stop these prohibited activities. Should the behaviors persist, notice of consequences associated with the continued disruptive activities will be provided, and the individuals involved will have a final opportunity to leave. Should those involved still refuse to conform to the College鈥檚 instructions and our policies, further action will be taken, which may include internal disciplinary process and citation, and ultimately detention and arrest by law enforcement. Consistent with our emergency response protocols, 平特五不中 College leadership retains the right to involve law enforcement personnel when internal measures fail.
What will happen to non-平特五不中 affiliates who join an encampment?
Be aware that non-平特五不中 affiliates engaged in an encampment or other similarly disruptive activity are in violation of the law and therefore subject to prosecution
Claremont Colleges students, staff and faculty who join an encampment must identify themselves, if requested to do so by College officials or security personnel, including law enforcement officers.鈥
Campus Safety and Law Enforcement
What is the role of campus safety on campus?
It is important for our community to understand that our campus safety staff are here to work with our community and respond to emergency situations. They are not law enforcement officers and have limited powers and authority.
When does the College rely on law enforcement?
Because the Claremont Colleges do not have sworn police as part of our campus staff, we necessarily rely on local law enforcement for support and aid when the safety of our community and the exercise of our academic mission require it.
While we recognize that calling police raises concerns for many in our community, the structure of our campus safety system requires that we have this option at our disposal.
We will continue to support the right to protest in ways that are consistent with the Claremont Colleges demonstration policy.
Damages and Vandalism During Spring 2024
What incidents occurred related to protests on campus?
During the spring 2024 semester, significant damages and vandalism occurred on Marston Quad and nearby campus areas related to the unfortunate events of the spring semester. The cleanup efforts of our 平特五不中 staff were substantial after protesters left the encampment in mid-May.
There were costly damages due to vandalism, hours of cleanup labor as well as expensive equipment replacement and repair costs.
What areas of campus were vandalized?
Staff labor and materials were needed for days during and after the encampment to remove graffiti from Bridges Auditorium, Smith Campus Center, Alexander Hall, the President鈥檚 House, Stover Walk Memorial, Marston Quad lawn and various sidewalks around the Quad.
It was an extensive process to disassemble and remove the materials from the encampment used to create and fortify layered barricades. Structural damage to the graduation structure also required special expertise and additional time to remediate. The encampment itself was replete with fire safety hazards, dangerous equipment and debris.
We cannot allow a repeat of this kind of destruction or danger on our campus.
What was discovered at the Marston Quad encampment in spring 2024?
A partial list of the site materials discovered:
- white rental fencing was removed from the Quad and used to create an outer barrier wall
- three large metal and seven medium barricades stolen from Harvey Mudd created an additional internal barricade
- 10-15 pieces of the stage (300+ pounds each) were dismantled and used to create additional barricades
- the seven-piece 鈥渨all鈥 previously located at the SCC encampment was used to create a barricade
- certain barricades were zip-tied together at multiple points to connect them, and ropes were used to tie pallets to the barricades
- all barricades were covered with 1-2 mil. plastic to create a barrier and block views inside
- other materials assembled included 30-40 wooden pallets, wooden benches, bed frames and various pieces of dorm furniture
- several cubic yards of debris including wood, metal, clothing and plastic were removed from the encampment