Clery Report/Crime Stats

Sexual-offense related policies - - -

The University will schedule educational programs pertaining to sexual assault throughout the year. Times and dates will be announced.

Should you be a victim of sexual assault - - -

Get to a safe place.

Do not clean up, bathe, douche or change clothes.

Call police immediately - - -

A medical exam is important for your physical and emotional well being. You need to be examined and treated for possible external and internal injuries, possible pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.

While you do not have to make a decision regarding prosecution at this time, the medical collection of evidence is important as soon after the assault as possible. (Be sure and take a change of clothing.)

As soon as possible, try to recall the details of the assault.

U.T. Permian Basin Police response to a sexual assault may be, but is not limited to the following - - -

	Assist victim; call for medical assistance if needed.
	Determine crime scene and secure scene if possible.
	Collect and mark evidence.
	Get written statement or report from examining physician.
	Interview victim.

CRIME STATISTICS

In compliance with the Campus Security Act of 1990, the annual crime report includes statistics for the past three calendar years.

CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT

Notes:

1. Crime prevention brochures and other printed materials are presented during each registration period.
2. An electronic security alarm system located at the University Police Information Center and monitored by a local alarm company provides a comprehensive network of intrusion detection and duress alarm systems.
3. Crime awareness and crime prevention articles and crime statistics are distributed monthly to the campus community through the campus. Similar information is printed in the campus newspaper, The Mesa Journal.
4. Operation identification - the engraving of serial numbers or owner recognized numbers on items of value and the cataloging of items. Tools are available for checkout at the Police Department, Information Center.
5. Security surveys - Ongoing comprehensive security surveys of exterior lighting, exterior doors and grounds are conducted by physical plant and police employees.
6. Facilities surveys - An ongoing program known as "directed patrol" and “park and walks” are made at irregular intervals during each shift. A "directed patrol" is a walk through all buildings where officers or guards look for, or are alerted to suspicious activities. A “park and walk” involves guards and officers parking their patrol vehicle and conducting foot patrols of selected areas of the campus. All these types of patrols are documented in the Emergency Communications Center.
7. There are six emergency telephones located in parking lots and on sidewalks around the campus, which are hooked directly on the Information Center during normal business hours and to the on duty officer’s cell phone after close of business each day. These telephones are identified by blue strobe lights and are in operation 24 hours a day. Pressing the large button and speaking into the microphone actuates the telephone.

Drug and Alcohol Policy

The University of Texas of the Permian Basin complies with the Federal Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendment of 1989 and the Drug Free Work Place Act of 1988. The statement provided below represents the U.T. P.B. policy with regard to the abuse and/or distribution of alcohol, drugs and chemicals by students, faculty and staff.

1. The illegal possession or use of alcohol, drugs or chemicals on any property under the control of U.T. P.B. is expressly prohibited.
2. Alcoholic beverages on U.T. P.B. property are permissible only with prior written Presidential approval for specific events.
3. These standards of conduct apply to all students, faculty and staff of U.T. P.B. In addition to the imposition of disciplinary sanctions under University policies and/or procedures, including the suspension or separation from the University for such acts, students, faculty and staff may face prosecution under Federal or State Law.

Sexual Offense Policy

It is the policy of the university to strive to maintain an environment that is free from intimidation and inappropriate sexual conduct. In particular, the university will not tolerate any form of sexual offense, including, but not limited to, acquaintance rape, date rape, sodomy, and sexual offense with an object, fondling or any other form of non-consensual sexual activity.

A student who individually, or in concert with others, participates or attempts to participate in a sexual offense, regardless of whether it takes place on or off campus, is subject to disciplinary action, not withstanding any action that may or may not be taken by the police.

The university encourages any person who is the victim of a forcible or non-forcible sexual offense to immediately report the incident to campus authority (university police, V.P.S.S., university Student Housing Director or Assistant Director and Deans, Directors, Department Heads, except those with significant counseling responsibilities). Additional resources outside the university are available. There is no requirement to notify law enforcement authorities of a sexual offense; however, the university encourages all victims to do so. All University personnel will assist in notifying the university police to report a sexual offense if asked to do so by the victim. University police should be notified as soon as possible (the preservation of evidence is crucial in a sexual offense case). Do not bathe, shower, douche or change clothing. If needed, contact one of the above mentioned resources, or a support person for assistance. University police will handle all cases that occur on campus. If transportation is needed to obtain a medical examination, the university police department will arrange for transportation to the hospital. For the protection of the victim, a pseudonym can be used in the report process.

When a student reports that campus regulation prohibiting a sexual offense have been violated, informal procedures that provide for the protection of the emotional health and physical safety of the complainant may be invoked. For example, a student who lives on campus may be moved to another campus living environment if he or she chooses and if accommodations are reasonably available. Similarly, a complainant may be allowed to make changes in his or her class schedule. Such arrangements will be made through the Office of the V.P.S.S. If the complainant provides credible evidence that the accused student has engaged in prohibited sexual offense, the V.P.S.S. may take interim disciplinary action against the accused student as appropriate.

A student who wishes to file a complaint that will be addressed by the University disciplinary system should contact the V.P.S.S. at 432-552-2600. A student may choose to file a complaint with the V.P.S.S. whether or not the student chooses to press criminal charges. A student who wishes to file a complaint against a faculty or staff member may contact the V.P.S.S. as well. Procedures for discipline and dismissal of staff and faculty are outlined in the university Handbook of Operating Procedures.

Not withstanding, the rights of the accused student, faculty or staff member, a complainant under this policy is entitled to the following rights:

1. The right to present his/her testimony during the disciplinary hearing.
2. The right to have a support person present. This person is not entitled to represent the complainant not to assist the complainant with his or her testimony. If the support person is to act as a witness, the hearing officer may require him or her to testify prior to the hearing.
3. The right not to have evidence of his or her past sexual history with third parties admitted as evidence.
4. The right to have the hearing closed to spectators.
5. The right to know the outcome of the hearing to the extent permitted by federal Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act.

The university counseling Center (432-552-2365) and the Odessa Rape Crisis Center (333-2527) and the Midland Rape Crisis Center (682-7273) are available to provide support services for anyone affected by any form of sexual offense. Students who may have been assaulted by someone who is not affiliated with the university may also contact any of the available university support services.

Below is a list of educational and preventative programs and support services on campus that address the issue of sexual assault. Brochures and other printed materials are available from each office. Additional information may be obtained by calling the numbers listed.

STUDENT COUNSELING CENTER 432-552-2365
Individual and group counseling
Educational Programs

UNIVERSITY POLICE 432-552-2787
Crime prevention presentations related to sexual assault
Escort service
Crime statistics information