Campus Risk and Prevention Committee

The Campus Risk and Prevention Committee promotes a proactive, collaborative approach to creating a safe, healthy, and resilient university community. Recognizing that safety is a shared responsibility, the committee brings together representatives from across the university to identify risks, develop prevention strategies, and support campuswide preparedness.

The committee’s name reflects a broader commitment to prevention and risk management. Rather than focusing solely on campus safety as a departmental function, the committee emphasizes shared responsibility among students, faculty, staff, and administrators to foster a secure and welcoming environment.

Purpose

The committee serves as a collaborative forum to identify, assess, and reduce risks that may affect the university community. Through prevention, planning, education, and continuous improvement, the committee supports institutional efforts to promote safety, well-being, compliance, and operational resilience.

Areas of Focus

The committee works across the university to:

• Identify emerging risks and analyze campus trends.
• Recommend policies, procedures, and best practices that enhance prevention and preparedness.
• Support emergency preparedness and response planning.
• Promote campus-wide education, training, and awareness initiatives.
• Monitor compliance with applicable safety and security regulations, including the Clery Act and VAWA.
• Encourage collaboration and communication among campus stakeholders.

Membership

The committee includes representatives from key university departments, including:

• Administration
• Campus Safety
• Physical Plant
• Human Resources
• Information Technology
• Student Engagement
• Residence Life and Housing
• Health Services
• Athletics
• Business Operations
• Marketing and Communications
• Faculty leadership

Members serve as liaisons for their respective areas, helping to communicate information, elevate concerns, and strengthen collaboration across campus.

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

All official communications will be managed by the Campus Risk and Prevention Committee in coordination with the Office of the President.

Meetings

The committee meets every other month, with additional meetings or subcommittees convened as needed to address emerging issues. The committee provides recommendations and updates to university leadership to support ongoing efforts to maintain a safe, prepared, and welcoming campus.