Campus Safety

Campus Safety

There’s nothing more important

than keeping students safe.

RVCC’s Department of Campus Safety works hard to ensure a safe and secure learning environment for students and all members of the RVCC community.

Security Office

The Department of Campus Safety is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Campus Safety Reports

The Campus Safety Report includes important on-campus and community resources, as well as information about safety issues, reporting incidents, emergency procedures, College policies, federal laws, prevention and awareness programs, and more.

Emergency Procedures

We have an Emergency Alert System that will send text and phone messages to students in the event of an emergency or school closing. School closings and emergency alerts are also posted on the College homepage at www.raritanval.edu.

Sexual Harassment

It is the policy of RVCC to provide an environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. Students are encouraged to report any incidents of discrimination, harassment, sexual violence, and bullying that cause physical or emotional harm, or create a hostile environment that interferes with their education or their rights as a student.

 

FAQs

What should a student do if they become ill or are injured on campus?

If a student is ill or injured on campus, they should contact Campus Security immediately at 908-231-8800.

What safety protocols are in place in response to the COVID-19 pandemic?

RVCC follows the State of New Jersey and Center for Disease Control safety guidelines. Learn more about the College’s institutional plan in response to COVID-19.

Do you have a clinic or nurse on campus?

There is currently no nurse or clinic on campus. In the event of an emergency, or if a student needs immediate medical attention, they should contact Campus Security at 908-231-8800.

Where should students go if they have been a victim of sexual harassment or other crimes, or if they have witnessed an incident?

All inquiries and complaints related to sexual harassment should be addressed to Cheryl Wallace, Vice President of Human Resources & Administration, 908-526-1200, x8260. Personal counselors are also available for assistance in the Advising and Counseling Office, Library Lower Level, Room L-029.

All other incidents should be immediately reported to Campus Security, located on the  ground floor of Somerset Hall, Room S-010, or by phone at 908-231-8800 (or 908-526-1200 x8800). If your child hears of or witnesses any incident, please encourage them to contact Campus Security or call our confidential TIPS Hotline at 908-231-8806.

Does RVCC have security escorts available to students?

If a student is concerned about their safety on campus and would like a security escort, they should contact the Department of Campus Safety, 908-231-8800 (or 908-526-1200 x8800), located on the ground floor level of Somerset Hall, Room S-010, or speak with any Campus Security Officer. They also can contact the Campus Safety Office via emergency red phones located throughout the campus or use an exterior emergency call box. Classrooms also have telephones that provide direct communication with the Campus Safety Office.