News and Events
Much of the information on this page is provided in the
interest of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus
Crime Statistics Act.
Student Success Services, 128 Skou Hall
Ohio State Highway Patrol The Ohio State University is continually working to ensure that its students, faculty, staff, and visitors are in the safest environment possible. The Ohio State University has created a text message alert system for the public to stay informed of potential emergencies. Emergency personnel are continually planning for an emergency response. By signing up for the emergency notification system, you are becoming involved in the planning process. The text message emergency notification system will allow phone lines to remain open for first responders and 9-1-1 callers. The emergency personnel will know that the public is informed and can focus on the situation. Text message warnings will allow you to learn of emergency situations as soon as possible no matter where you are located. All you need is to have your cell phone. In order to make sure the system is working properly in the event of an emergency, the system will be tested once or twice a year. During a test, subscribers will receive a test message. Besides the testing, you will only receive messages in the event of an emergency. You will not receive advertising or non-emergency messages. The Ohio State University will maintain your information with the utmost security. We will not sell your information and will only use it for emergency notification. If an emergency situation should occur, text messages will be sent out with information of the situation and instructions to help protect you. This system will only be activated in the event of a true emergency. It will be activated if a situation occurs or is imminent that has the potential of placing the safety and security of the entire campus community at risk. This will not be used as an early warning system for potentially severe weather or for notification of campus events. It will only be used when public safety and campus officials have determined that the campus community must take immediate action to remain safe and secure. There is no cost to sign up for the text message service. Although there may be costs involved with receiving text messages depending on the service plan you have with your wireless provider. Please check your wireless plan to determine whether or not you will be charged for text message services. The Ohio State University is not responsible for any costs involved with your cellular service plan or cellular provider. Buckeye Alert is available for the following campuses:
1. A succinct statement of the incident.
Sexual assaults, including date/acquaintance rape, are a very serious concern of the University Police. Sexual assault survivors are encouraged to contact the police, hospital, campus counselor, or Every Woman's House to get assistance.
Green Drive near the arboretum parking lot closest to
Selby drive
At the
corner of Williams Rd and Pounden Rd
Garrison Circle east at the east end of Halterman Hall
1427
Dover Rd (Northeast
side of the Residence Hall)
There
are also two public access call boxes at the north and
south entrances of the Residence Hall
University
police officers are designated by statute as law
enforcement officers for the University. They are
empowered to use investigative authority on reasonable
suspicion of crime, to search and arrest as authorized by
law, and to use reasonable and necessary force to enforce
the law and protect property. University police enforce
laws regulating underage drinking, use of controlled
substances, weapons and perform other duties requiring
police assistance. They initiate police incident reports,
investigate traffic crashes and assist in response to
fires and medical emergencies. University police officers
must take an oath of office before a judge of the Common
Pleas Court and meet all certifications and requirements
set forth by the Ohio Peace Officer Training Council. The
OSU Police station at Wooster
is located on Station Drive, behind the OARDC
Administration Building. Staffing includes a full time
OSU Assistant chief of police,
sergeant, and two officers plus
five part-time officers. Personnel are trained in
First Aid,
CPR,
AED and
four officers are certified Emergency Medical
Technicians. The University police are the primary
responsible law enforcement agency for University owned
and operated properties and provide daily patrols and
twenty-four hour on call service. In addition, a close
cooperation has been developed with the Wooster Post of
the State Highway Patrol. The Patrol provides dispatch
services and their post is located on campus grounds.
While an attempt is made to provide the most secure surroundings possible without impeding the academic
and research mission of the campus, all employees, students, and visitors must take some responsibility for their own personal safety. Although campus safety is enhanced through lighting, police patrols, and awareness programs, crime does occur. University police publishes crime statistics so that students, faculty, staff and visitors will be aware of the potential for crime. We subscribe to the philosophy that publicizing crime and public safety information will help make the campus safer.
Prompt, accurate reporting of crimes or suspicious incidents is encouraged. Crimes or suspicious activity can be reported directly to the University police.
The police can be called direct by phone, 330-287-0111. Emergencies can be reported by dialing 9-1-1 twenty four hours a day.
The University police department is a member of the Ohio Crime Prevention Association and they are active in crime prevention,
Neighborhood Watch, UV/ID and liaison activities.
Presentations are provided on Rape Awareness and
Education, Alcohol and Drug Abuse, Driving While Under the
Influence, Personal Safety, Crisis Intervention, Student
Orientations, Parent Orientations, Employee Orientations,
Security Surveys, and other public safety related
information. In addition to the services provided by
University police, other campus and community agencies are
actively involved in crime prevention and safety related
service and are listed in Campus Resources.
Health Services,
103 Skou Hall
Environmental Health and Safety,114 Administration Building
Institutional Services,
211 Halterman Hall
1786 Dover Road, Wooster
Counseling Center of Wayne & Holmes County
2285 Benden Ave., Wooster
Wayne County Sheriff's Office
201 W. North St., Wooster
Wooster City Police Department
201 W. North St., Wooster
Every Woman's House,
104 Spink St., Wooster
STEPS (Alcohol & Drug Counseling)
104 Spink St. Wooster
A campus crime alert is provided to give students, faculty and staff timely
notification of crimes that may present a threat to the campus community
and to heighten safety awareness. The alert also seeks information that may
lead to arrest and conviction of the offender when violent crimes against
persons or major crimes against property have been reported to the police.
The Ohio State University at Wooster will prepare a campus crime alert when
a crime is reported to or brought to the attention of the Ohio State University
Police Department and that crime represents a threat to the safety of members
of the campus community. Every attempt will be made to distribute the alert
within 12 hours of the time the incident is reported, however, the release is
subject to the availability of accurate facts concerning the incident. Alerts
are distributed via e-mail to on-campus offices, residence halls and libraries
as well as printed postings in common areas, campus newsletters, and on the
police web page.
BUCKEYE ALERT SYSTEM
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Buckeye Alert Brochure
Buckeye Alert Frequently Asked Questions
How to register for Buckeye Alert
Whenever a report of a violent crime against a person or a particularly
threatening crime against property on campus that represents an ongoing
danger to the safety of students, faculty and staff is received, the
Ohio State University Police at Wooster will prepare a campus crime
alert. Alerts will be dated and provide details of the crime, a
description of the suspect if known, information on who to contact about
the investigation, and often crime prevention tips. Crime alerts will be
widely distributed throughout campus, provided to campus media, posted
on the Wooster Campus Police website, when possible, and e-mailed as
quickly as possible to select university offices. If the Wayne County
Sheriff's Office or City of Wooster Police issues a news release about
an off-campus crime that represents an ongoing threat to the safety of
students, faculty, and staff, the university will assist in publicizing
the crime on campus.
Information included in campus crime alerts:
2. Possible connection to previous incidents, if applicable.
3. Physical description of the suspect.
4. Composite drawing of the suspect, if available.
5. Date and time the bulletin was released.
6. Other relevant and important information.
It is the policy of the OSU Police to provide the following to survivors of sexual offenses:
1. We will meet with you privately, at a place of your choice in this area, to prepare a police report.
2. We will not release your name to the public or to the press during the course of the criminal investigation, without your consent.
3. Our officers will not prejudge you, and you will not be blamed for what occurred.
4. We will treat you and your particular case with courtesy, sensitivity, dignity, understanding, and professionalism.
5. If you feel more comfortable talking with a female or male officer, we will do our best to accommodate your request.
6. We will assist you in arranging for any hospital treatment or other medical needs, including transportation to a local hospital with a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner.
7. We will assist you in privately contacting counseling, advocates, and other available resources.
8. We will fully investigate your case and will help you to achieve the best outcome. This may involve the arrest and full prosecution of the person responsible. You will be kept up-to-date on the progress of the investigation and/or prosecution.
9. We will continue to be available for you to answer questions, explain the processes involved (prosecutor, courts, campus judicial, etc.) and to be a listening ear if you wish.
10.We will consider your case seriously regardless of your or any suspect's race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or Vietnam era veteran status.
Upon the completion of an investigation of a sexual offense reported to the
University Police, several things could happen. First, our case would be
submitted to the Wayne County Prosecuting Attorney's Office for review. If
the proper elements and evidence are present, the Prosecutor may pursue
criminal charges against the suspect. At this point, the case would then
proceed as any other criminal complaint before the court. The survivor may
be required to testify, but will have support available through Every Woman's
House, Victim's Assistance, and the continued support of the police department.
In the event there is not enough evidence to proceed with a criminal case, or
the survivor does not want to pursue a criminal case, other action may be taken.
If the suspect is a student, he or she may be charged with a violation of the
Code of Student Conduct and be subject to a campus Judicial Hearing. If a student
is found in violation of the Code of Student Conduct, one or more sanctions
could apply which could lead to the suspension or dismissal from The Ohio
State University. The University may also immediately suspend a student who
constitutes a clear danger to the University community or creates a substantial
risk of injury to any person. For further information on campus judicial action,
and the rights of the students involved, please visit the
Student Affairs Office.
If the alleged offender is not a student, further civil action may be available
to the survivor or the University. It should also be noted, that criminal
prosecution and University judicial action may be jointly or separately taken
against a student. This does not present double jeopardy.
The Office of Residence Life provides on-campus
housing for 185 students at the ATI Residence Hall and approximately 350
at Applewood Student Apartment Village. Residential Assistants live on each of the
three floors at the Hall and four RA's and the Director live in the Village.
For personal safety, residents are advised to adhere to the rules and
regulations of the Residence Hall Guide Book which promote safety of
residents while living on campus. Exterior Hall entrances are locked
24 hours a day and are accessible by residents'
BuckID cards. Key
control for the Residence Hall and Village is maintained through their
office. Student staff are trained by various faculty and staff, including
a session with the University police. Residence Hall staff provide floor
meetings and other programs which address many issues including safety,
security, drugs and alcohol, human dignity, and other important topics
which lead towards a more harmonious and safe living environment.
For additional information check out the
ATI Housing Office
at 1901 Apple Orchard Dr., Wooster Ohio
The federal Drug Free Schools and Community Act requires schools,
colleges, and universities receiving federal financial assistance
to implement and enforce drug and alcohol prevention programs for
students and employees. All The Ohio State University Rules and
Regulations apply to the Wooster campus. OSU rules and Code of
Student Conduct prohibits the illegal use, production, manufacture,
sale, distribution and/or possession of alcohol, drugs, or controlled
substances. The Substance Management Awareness and Resource Team
(SMART), a group of faculty, staff, and students which provides
information, presentations, education, resources, and other drug and
alcohol awareness activities serves as an advisory committee to the
ATI Director. For more information on SMART, contact
Nancy Brooker in Student Success Services or Dr. Phyllis
Forbes, Assistant Director of ATI. Counseling and treatment is also
available from STEPS, a local community supported organization. STEPS
also provides chemical awareness programming specifically for the campus.
University police can only offer services within the jurisdiction of the
campus and its operations, however there are exceptions and some other
programs in place. Since several ATI students live off campus, campus
crime prevention information and programming is useful and applicable in
most areas. University police also cooperate and assist local agencies
in matters concerning students and University personnel involved in
incidents off campus. The OSU Code of Student Conduct also applies to
off-campus activities under certain criteria.
2122 Williams Rd (in front of Research Operations
building)
On Wilson Rd at the north side of Fisher Auditorium
On Station Dr between LPCAT and the Police station
Apple Orchard Dr near the base of the water tower
Emergency (Police-Fire-Medical)
9-1-1
330-287-0111
State Highway Patrol
330-264-0575
ATI Health Services
330-287-1275
ATI Counseling Services (Student Success Services)
330-287-1302
Wayne-Holmes Counseling Center
330-264-9029
The Ohio State University Police - Wooster
Campus
1328 Dover Rd
Wooster, Ohio 44691
Phone (330)287-0111
Fax (330) 202-3579
Email
police-wooster@osu.edu
This page is maintained by: Officer Matthew Shilling