Protection Services and the University’s sexual harassment officer, Diane Roller, will soon initiate a study about the victimization rates at the University campus with the goal of improving safety on campus.
Between October 17 and November 25, some 3,000 students and all staff will be sent a survey. The results will help the University to better understand the extent of criminal activity on campus, who is most affected and what factors discourage victims from reporting crimes.
Nathalie Jacob, prevention student liaison co-ordinator, believes this study is necessary for improving safety services on campus.
“Protection Services is responsible for keeping the campus safe for its clientele, by working to address the personal security needs of the university community,” says Jacob. “This is why it is important to study the victimization rate on campus, in order to better serve our customers.”
The announcement about the study comes on the heels of a nearly $10,000 grant from the campus’s personal safety committee.
