Emergency management team

North Park University’s Emergency Management Team oversees the institutional response during emergencies. Led by the Vice President for Student Engagement, the team reports to the University President and meets regularly to review and update emergency plans.

Team members:

• Vice President for Student Engagement (Team Lead)
• Assistant Vice President for Student Engagement
• Director of Campus Safety
• Senior Director of University Marketing and Communications
• Dean of Students

In an emergency, the University President has final authority on critical decisions. If unavailable, the Vice President for Student Engagement assumes leadership until the situation is resolved.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate emergency response and communication
• Serve as the central source of information
• Share timely, accurate updates with students, faculty, staff, parents, trustees, alumni, media, and the public
• Minimize disruption and long-term reputational impact

All official communications will be managed by the Emergency Communications Team in coordination with the Office of the President.