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SAFETY: YOU MAKE
THE DIFFERENCE
Your safety and
security are of prime concern at The University of New Mexico and we at
the UNM Police Department are working hard to ensure the campus is a safe
place to live, learn, work and play. UNM is not, however, exempt from
crime. We are doing our part to prevent crimes, but to be safe and secure,
YOU must take common sense precautions, be alert and look out for others.
Maintaining an effective police department is a community effort, and
together we can ensure UNM remains safe.
UNM: PART OF A
LARGER COMMUNITY The University of New Mexico Main Campus
located in Albuquerque, New Mexico is a community of approximately 24,000
students and 13,000 permanent faculty and staff. Visitors come to our
campus to attend lectures, symposia, concerts, plays, sporting activities
and other events. Our 769-acre campus is surrounded by the City of
Albuquerque, a metropolitan area with approximately 640,000 residents.
Even with our large and constantly changing population, we have maintained
an extremely low crime rate.
MISSION The mission of the University of New
Mexico Police Department is to provide the University with exceptional
police services for the preservation of human rights and the protection of
people and property. These services will be provided with an emphasis on
proactive measures, minimizing the need for reactive responses. We will
strive for positive interaction with outside agencies and maintain a
strong, cooperative relationship with the community by respecting
differences and fostering a better understanding through communication.
HOW UNM
PROTECTS YOU The UNM Police Department is here to protect you
and offers numerous services to ensure your safety.
The UNM Police
Department is open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to respond to your
needs. All UNM police officers are required to meet state certification
standards mandated by the New Mexico Department of Public Safety. UNM
Police officers are commissioned by The University of New Mexico Board of
Regents (Section 29-5-2 NMSA 1978 (1997 Repl.)). They have full power of
peace officers on campus, including the authority to enforce all
applicable laws, ordinances and campus traffic regulations, and the
authority to arrest. Officers are also commissioned through the Bernalillo
County Sheriffıs Department.
The UNM Police
Department investigates complaints of on-campus criminal activity, working
closely with the District Attorneyıs Office to ensure effective
prosecution. Through an agreement with the Albuquerque Police Department,
UNM Police enforce Federal and State laws and regulations in the
fraternity/sorority and student housing areas. UNM Police encourage
students, faculty, staff and visitors to promptly report all crimes.
Crimes occurring on campus should be reported to UNM Police at 277-2241.
Crimes committed off the UNM Campus should be reported to the appropriate
police agency (Albuquerque Police Department, Bernalillo County Sheriffıs
Office, etc.).
In an emergency you
may dial 911. The 911 system automatically traces the location of all
calls, which enables officers to respond even when a caller cannot provide
the location. When you are on campus and dial 911, your call will be
received by the UNM Police Department, and if you are off-campus, the call
will be received by the Albuquerque Police Department. Outside of the
Albuquerque Metro area, you will reach the appropriate law enforcement
agency where the 911 System is utilized.
Special telephones
providing emergency services for the deaf are placed at various locations
on the UNM campus. The University Police Department is equipped with a
Telephone Device for the Deaf (TDD), 277-0888 for 24-hour
service.
Emergency telephones
which are direct lines to the Police Communications Office are located
throughout the UNM campus. You may use the emergency telephone by opening
the telephone box and pressing the button. The Police Dispatcher will
answer the telephone promptly, and you will be able to relate the nature
of your emergency. Also, a blue light over the telephone will flash for
the duration of the call to assist emergency personnel in locating the
caller. We ask that you call 277-2241 to report non-emergencies. Emergency
telephones will not enable you to make calls other than directly to the
Police Dispatcher as an EMERGENCY.
If the UNM Police
Department receives information that a crime has occurred which represents
a continued threat to the campus community, notices and instructions will
be delivered to students and employees in an effort to prevent similar
crimes. Information will be conveyed through the campus newspaper, The
Daily Lobo; through electronic communications such as the UNM News Minute,
Inside UNM and e-mail alerts; and orally or through other appropriate
means. Law enforcement agency information concerning registered sex
offenders is available online from the Bernalillo County Sheriffıs
Department at http://www.nmsexoffender.dps.state.nm.us/
or by calling the Sheriffıs Department at 768-4100.
CRIME
PREVENTION PROGRAMS
We also offer several crime prevention
programs designed to keep you safe. Services are available free of
charge.
- ALARM SYSTEM:
We operate a computerized intrusion and fire alarm system to monitor
facilities throughout campus to enhance personal and building
security.
- BICYCLE
REGISTRATION:
The Police Department strongly recommends that
everyone operating a bicycle at UNM have it registered. Registration is
free and valid for four years. Bicycle registration is available at the
Police Department.
- CRIME PREVENTION
MATERIALS:
Free brochures and other documents regarding crime
prevention are available at the Police Department and other campus
locations.
- CRIME PREVENTION
PRESENTATIONS:
We conduct crime prevention presentations at new
student orientations and other events.
- CRIME STOPPERS:
Anyone who has witnessed or has information about a crime should
call UNM Crime Stoppers at 277-STOP (277-7867).
- ESCORT
SERVICE:
We provide 24-hour escort service from the University,
either on foot or in a vehicle within a one-mile radius of the
University campus. Assistance is available for stalled vehicles or keys
locked in vehicles. For escort service call 277-2241.
- LOST AND FOUND:
The Police Department operates the main lost and found service for
the University.
- OPERATION
IDENTIFICATION:
We participate in the Operation Identification
Program. For assistance, phone 277-2241.
- VICTIM/WITNESS
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM:
Contact 841-7274.
- PARKING AND
TRANSPORTATION SERVICES:
Parking and Transportation Services
provides lighted shelters at bus stops and offers a reliable shuttle bus
system throughout the campus from remote parking areas. For additional
information, call 277-1930.
- CAMPUS SAFETY
COMMITTEE:
A Campus Safety Committee has the responsibility to study
and to make recommendations on improving campus safety. Safety
suggestions should be submitted in writing and turned in to the Dean of
Students Office, Room 280 at the Student Services Center, or call
277-3361.
- ACCESS TO CAMPUS
FACILITIES:
We strive to make our campus safe by limiting access to
buildings after hours. Buildings on campus are generally open during
regular business hours, when class is in session and for special events.
Persons authorized to remain in a building after closing time are
required to have proper identification at all times. Police and security
personnel conduct frequent internal and external checks of buildings on
campus. Entry to Student Family Housing is controlled by code access
through an electronic gate. Security guards are on duty during the
evening hours to ensure the safety and security of the complex and
residents.
UNM maintains eight
residence hall complexes on campus. Residence Hall perimeter doors are
secured each evening and entry is controlled by key access. Each complex
has evening on-duty staff to respond to resident needs and the Student
Residence Center Desk is open 24 hours, seven days a week and serves as a
service and emergency contact point for residents.
Resident Advisors are
available in each unit to assist students. New residents are briefed on
UNM and residence hall policies and on crime prevention techniques at
orientation/floor meetings held for residents at the start of the
semester. Further information may be obtained from the Residence Hall
Handbook.
CRIME
REPORTING
The UNM Police
Department encourages anyone who is the victim or witness to any crime to
promptly report the incident to the police. Because police reports are
public records under state law, the UNM Police Department cannot hold
reports of crime in confidence. Confidential reports for purposes of
inclusion in the annual disclosure of crime statistics can generally be
made to other UNM campus security authorities, as identified below.
Confidential reports of crime may also be made to UNM Crime Stoppers at
277-STOP (277-7867).
The UNM Police
Department compiles and reports annual crime statistics to inform the
University community about crime and related problems. Statistics are
gathered from UNM Police Department reports and through consultation with
the Albuquerque Police Department and the Bernalillo County Sheriff's
Department, where appropriate. For the 2002 crime statistics, the
Albuquerque Police Department was unable to provide UNM with statistics
for geographic areas within its jurisdiction. UNM also consults with other
campus security authority offices to compile crime statistics including
the Dean of Students Office, Residence Life Office, Student Activities
Center, University Hospital, School of Medicine, UNM Research Park, UNM
athletics team coaches and chartered student organization advisors.
Reports of crimes made to these offices are also disclosed in the annual
crime statistics.
Tables 1a through 3a
contain 2002 crime statistics. Table 1a shows crimes on campus reported to the UNM
Police Department. Table 2a shows crimes reported
to other campus security authorities and off-campus crime reported to
the Albuquerque Police Department. Table 3a
shows referrals for campus disciplinary action of cases of alcohol, drug
and weapons law violations.
Tables 1b through 3b
contain 2001 crime statistics. Table 1b shows
crimes on campus reported to the UNM Police Department. Table 2b shows crimes reported to other campus security
authorities and off-campus crime reported to the Albuquerque Police Department.
Table 3b shows referrals for campus disciplinary
action of cases of alcohol, drug and weapons law violations.
Tables 1c through 3c
contain 2000 crime statistics. Table 1c shows
crimes on campus reported to the UNM Police Department. Table
2c shows crimes reported to other campus security authorities and
off-campus crime reported to the Albuquerque Police Department. Table
3c shows referrals for campus disciplinary action of cases of alcohol,
drug and weapons law violations.
SEXUAL ASSAULT
POLICY
The University of New
Mexico recognizes the harm caused by sexual assault and the need to
educate the University community regarding this issue. The University of
New Mexico sexual assault policy can be found at the end of this Safety
and Security report.
DRUG AND
ALCOHOL POLICY
The University of New
Mexico policy on illegal drugs and alcohol clearly states the standard for
a Drug-Free, Alcohol-Free campus. UNMıs policy on illegal drugs and
alcohol can be found at the end of this Safety and Security Report. The
unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of
controlled substances or alcohol on UNM property as part of any activity
by any member of the University community -faculty, staff, or student - is
strictly prohibited. Federal and State laws relating to controlled
substances and alcohol are enforced by the UNM Police Department. The
University enforces the State of New Mexico underage drinking laws and
therefore does not permit the possession or consumption of alcoholic
beverages by people under the age of twenty-one.
As a condition of
employment or enrollment, all UNM employees and students are required to
abide by the terms of the policy. Violation of the policy will result in
disciplinary action up to and including employee dismissal or student
expulsion and/or participation in an approved substance abuse treatment or
rehabilitation program.
Recognizing the
dangers of substance abuse in the work place, UNM uses alcohol and
drug-free awareness programs to inform the community of the issues and
risks of substance abuse. Numerous educational and treatment resources are
also available, including:
- AGORA CRISIS
CENTER
This UNM student-run organization provides free listening and
referral services by trained students and community volunteers. Phone
277-3013.
- ADDICTION AND
SUBSTANCE ABUSE PROGRAMS (ASAP)
The mission of ASAP is to provide
treatmentservices to the community. Phone 925-2400.
- COUNSELING,
ASSISTANCE AND REFERRAL SERVICE (CARS)
This employee assistance
program for UNM staff provides counseling and referral services. Phone
272-6868.
- DEPARTMENT OF
PSYCHOLOGY CLINIC
This training clinic for Ph.D. students in clinical
psychology provides treatment services to the university community and
the community at large. Phone 277-5164.
- CAMPUS OFFICE OF
SUBSTANCE ABUSE PREVENTION
COSAP coordinates and develops substance
abuse prevention and training programs and policies for the university
and larger community. Phone 277-2795.
- COUNSELING AND
THERAPY SERVICES (CATS), STUDENT HEALTH CENTER
This department of the
Student Health Center offers psychological and psychiatric services to
UNM students. Phone 277-4537.
- UNM PSYCHIATRIC
EMERGENCY SERVICE (PES)
This department of the University Psychiatric
Center is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for emergency
(life-threatening) services. Phone 272-2920.
- WOMENıS RESOURCE
CENTER
This center promotes, supports and advocates for all women in
the university community; it can provide information and referrals.
Phone 277-3716.
- ALBUQUERQUE RAPE
CRISIS CENTER
This community center provides counseling and advocacy
for victims of sexual assault. Phone 266-7711.
- HEALTH EDUCATION
AND PREVENTION
This department of the Student Health Center is
focused on the health and well-being of UNM students. Services include
message therapy and two student progams, Peer Educators and Peer
Consultants. Phone 277-7947.
WEAPONS
POLICY With very few exceptions, employees, students and
visitors are not permitted to use or possess weapons on any part of the
campus. A weapon includes, but is not limited to: firearms; ammunition and
other dangerous weapons, substances, or materials; and bombs, explosives,
or incendiary devices.
Persons who have such
weapons in their possession must deposit them with the Police Department
for the duration of their stay at UNM. Any person failing to comply will
become subject to appropriate disciplinary and/or criminal action. The UNM
Weapons Policy is printed in its entirety in The UNM Pathfinder which is
available in the Dean of Students Office (Student Services Center). The
Pathfinder is also available on-line at http://www.unm.edu/~sac/pathfind.html.
SAFETY
TIPS We have instituted many programs at UNM to ensure your
safety while on campus, but safety really begins with you. The following
are some tips to help protect yourself from crime:
- If you go out for a
late night snack or study break, go with a friend,
not alone.
- Walk purposefully.
Look confident. Watch where you are going. Be alert
to your
surroundings.
- Use well-lighted,
well-traveled routes. Avoid short-cuts through
isolated areas.
- Lock all doors and
close all windows when leaving your car, whether it
is for a few
minutes or for several hours.
- Have keys ready
when you approach your car. Check the car for intruders
before
entering and lock your door immediately after getting into your
car.
- Always lock your
bike or motorcycle when leaving it unattended, even if
it is only for
a few minutes. Use the U-shaped high security lock whenever
possible.
- If you witness a
crime, call UNM Police immediately.
- List only first
initials and last name in telephone directories.
- Hang up immediately
on obscene telephone calls.
- Donıt keep large
sums of money in your office, dorm room, study area
or
apartment.
- Lock doors and
windows, even if you are just going out for a minute.
- If you are a victim
of a crime or become aware of any suspicious circumstances, call UNM
Police immediately.
SEXUAL ASSAULT
POLICY Approved by the President 10/7/95
I.
PURPOSE OF POLICY This policy provides for The University of
New Mexico main and branch campuses:
A. A description of
educational programs to promote the awareness of rape, acquaintance rape,
and other forcible and non-forcible sex offenses.
B. Procedures students should
follow if a sex offense occurs, including procedures concerning who should
be contacted, the importance of preserving evidence for the proof of a
criminal offense, and to whom the alleged offense should be reported.
C.
Information on a student's option to notify proper law enforcement
authorities, including on-campus and local police, and a statement that
institutional personnel will assist the student in notifying these
authorities, if the student requests the assistance of these
personnel.
D. Notification to students of existing on and off campus
counseling, mental health, or other student services for victims of sex
offenses.
E. Notification to students that the institution will change a
victim's academic and living situations after an alleged sex offense and
of the options for those changes, if requested by the victim and
reasonably available.
F. Procedures for campus
disciplinary action in cases of an alleged sex offense, including a clear
statement that:
1. The accuser and
the accused are entitled to the same opportunities to have others
present during a disciplinary proceeding. 2. Both the accuser and
accused shall be informed of the final determination of a disciplinary
proceeding with respect to the alleged sex offense and any sanction that
is imposed against the accused. 3. Sanctions the institution may
impose following a final determination of an institutional disciplinary
proceeding regarding rape, acquaintance rape, or other forcible or non
forcible sex offenses.
II. DEFINITION
OF SEX OFFENSES The University of New Mexico main campus and
branch campuses adopt, for the purpose of this policy, the following
definitions for sex offenses as prescribed by The Student Right to Know
and Campus Security Act:
Sex Offense -
Forcible
A. Forcible rape - The carnal knowledge of a
person, forcibly and/or against that person's will; or not forcibly or
against the person's will where the victim is incapable of giving consent
because of his/her temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity
(or because of his/her youth).
B. Forcible sodomy - Oral or anal
sexual intercourse with another person, forcibly and/or against that
person's will; or not forcibly against the person's will where the victim
is incapable of giving consent because of his/her youth or because of
his/her temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity.
C.
Sexual assault with an object - The use of an object or instrument to
unlawfully penetrate, however slightly, the genital or anal opening of the
body of another person, forcibly and/or against that person's will; or not
forcibly or against the person's will where the victim is incapable of
giving consent because of his/her youth or because of his/her temporary or
permanent mental or physical incapacity.
D. Forcible fondling - The
touching of the private body parts of another person for the purpose of
sexual gratification, forcibly and/or against that person's will; or not
forcibly or against the person's will where the victim is incapable of
giving consent because of his/her youth or because of his/her temporary or
permanent mental or physical incapacity.
Sex Offense -
Non-forcible Unlawful, non-forcible sexual
intercourse.
A. Incest - Non-forcible sexual intercourse between
persons who are related to each other within the degrees wherein marriage
is prohibited by law.
B. Statutory Rape -
Non-forcible sexual intercourse with a person who is under the statutory
age of consent.
III.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
The University of New Mexico
recognizes the harm caused by sexual assault and the need to educate the
University community regarding this issue. The University offers the
following educational program services:
A. Main Campus
1. Albuquerque Rape Crisis
Center 1025 Hermosa S.E. 505-266-7711
The Albuquerque Rape Crisis
Center maintains a 24 hour a day crisis telephone service and has
counselors available to provide immediate assistance to victims of sex
offenses. The center also provides educational programs to campus and
community groups.
2. UNM Health
Education Student Health Center 505-277-7947 Health
Education provides workshops and educational programs concerning
sexuality, sexual decision-making and relationships.
3. UNM
Wellness Center Student Health Center 505-277-1899 The
Wellness Center offers peer consultants to provide students with
one-to-one support on a variety of health and wellness issues, including
human sexuality.
4. UNM Women's
Center 1160 Mesa Vista Hall 505-277-3716 The Women's
Center offers a variety of programs regarding gender and sexuality issues.
Staff at the center also provide support to victims of sexual offenses and
provide mental health referrals for UNM students.
5. UNM Police
Department 2500 Campus NE 505-277-2241 The UNM Police
Department conducts programs regarding campus safety and crime prevention
to the University community.
6. Office of
Residence Life 208 La Posada Hall 505-277-8230 The
Office of Residence Life coordinates programming for residence hall
students including programs addressing sexuality, relationship and safety
issues. The office also administers a Residence Life discipline system
which addresses misconduct by residence hall students which occurs in the
residence halls.
7. Office of
Student Activities 1018 Student Union
Building 505-277-4706 The Office of Student Activities coordinates
various programs for student organizations including fraternities and
sororities, which address sexuality, relationships and sexual assault
issues.
8. Dean of
Students Office 280 Student Services
Center 505-277-3361 The Dean of Students Office coordinates New
Student Orientation which includes programs addressing sexuality,
relationships, and sexual assault issues. A staff member from the office
chairs the Campus Safety Committee which coordinates various educational
programs regarding campus safety and crime prevention. The Dean of
Students Office also administers the enforcement of the Student Code of
Conduct and Visitor Code of Conduct, including resolving sexual offense
allegations under these policies.
IV. PROCEDURES
STUDENTS SHOULD FOLLOW IF A SEX OFFENSE OCCURS The
University's Student Code of Conduct and Visitor Code of Conduct, which
apply to the main and all of the branch campuses and educational centers,
expressly forbid the commission of sexual assault including rape. A
student who is a victim of such an offense may pursue charges against the
perpetrator under these policies.It is important for victims of sex
offenses to understand the steps to take in order to preserve evidence as
it may be necessary in the proof of sexual assault in the criminal process
and the student discipline system. Victims should not bathe, shower, wash,
douche, brush one's teeth, comb one's hair or change clothes before
seeking medical attention. Important evidence may be on the victim's body
and/or clothes. This evidence can be collected during the medical
examination.
A. Main
Campus 1. A student who is the victim of a sex offense on
campus or at a University sponsored or sanctioned activity should
immediately contact the University Police Department at 505-277-2241 if
calling from off-campus and 911 if calling from on-campus to report the
incident.
A student who is the
victim of a sex offense off-campus should immediately contact the
Albuquerque Police Department by dialing 911.The Police Department called
will contact the Albuquerque Rape Crisis Center to have a counselor meet
the student and responding police officer at the appropriate medical
facility.The Rape
Crisis Center may be contacted directly by calling
505-266-7711.
The University
recognizes the need for victims of sex offenses to have a caring and
knowledgeable support person available to discuss their situation with,
assist them in receiving appropriate medical attention and filing
appropriate criminal charges. The University, including the University
Police Department, works closely with the Albuquerque Rape Crisis Center
in providing this assistance. In addition, the University Police
Department will contact its own Victim Assistance Coordinator who will
meet with the student reporting the offense and provide assistance
throughout the judicial process.
2. The University's
Student Code of Conduct and Visitor Code of Conduct expressly forbid the
commission of sexual assault including rape. A student who is a victim of
such offenses may pursue charges against the perpetrator under these
policies. In cases where the University Police Department has been
contacted, the Victim Assistance Coordinator will work with the victim and
the Dean of Students Office regarding the University taking disciplinary
action against the perpetrator under these policies. The Dean of Students
Office is also available to assist victims of sex offenses in making
appropriate accommodations in their academic and living
arrangements.
E. Santa Fe
Graduate Center 1. All victims of sexual assault will be
assisted by University staff in contacting appropriate legal authorities
and service agencies. Victims are strongly encouraged to report incidents
of sexual assault to the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Department
(505-986-2455). Students may contact the UNM-Santa Fe Administrative
Office (505-438-1234) for assistance in contacting law enforcement
authorities and/or service agencies.
2. The University's
Student Code of Conduct and Visitor Code of Conduct expressively forbid
the commission of sexual assault including rape. A student who is a victim
of such offenses may pursue charges against the perpetrator under these
polices. The Santa Fe Administrative Office is also available to assist
victims of sex offenses in making appropriate accommodations in their
academic and living arrangements.The victim is also encouraged to contact
The Santa Fe Rape Crisis Center, Inc. They provide immediate,
confidential, and appropriate care for victims of sexual assault,
including a 24 hour intervention line (505-986-9111), medical and legal
advocacy; ongoing individual, group and family therapy for children and
adults; education and prevention services for schools and community;
referral for special services and forensic interview in
facilities.
F. Taos
Education Center 1. A student who is the victim of a sex
offense on campus or at a University sponsored or sanctioned activity
should immediately contact the Taos Police Department (505 758-2216 or
911) to report the incident.
2. The University's
Student Code of Conduct and Visitor Code of Conduct expressively forbid
the commission of sexual assault including rape. A student who is a victim
of such offenses may pursue charges against the perpetrator under these
policies. The Student Services Office is available to assist victims of
sex offenses in making appropriate accommodations in their academic and
living arrangements.
V.
NOTIFICATION OF LAW ENFORCEMENT
A. Main
Campus All victims of sex offenses will be assisted by
University staff in contacting appropriate legal authorities and service
agencies. Victims are strongly encouraged to report incidents to the
University Police Department (505-277-2241) for criminal action.
If the offense
occurred on property outside the jurisdiction of the University, the
University Police Department will assist the student in contacting the law
enforcement agency which has jurisdiction and provide support to the
victim through the Victim Assistance Office.
Students may contact
the Dean of Students Office (505-277-3361) for assistance in contacting
law enforcement authorities and service agencies.
E. Santa Fe
Graduate Center All victims of sexual assault will be assisted
by University staff in contacting appropriate legal authorities and
service agencies. Victims are strongly encouraged to report incidents of
sexual assault to the Santa Fe County Sheriff's Department (505-986 2455).
Students may contact the UNM-Santa Fe Administrative Office (505-438-1234)
for assistance in contacting law enforcement authorities and/or service
agencies.
F. Taos
Education Center All victims of sexual assault will be
assisted by University staff in contacting appropriate legal authorities
and service agencies. Victims are strongly encouraged to report incidents
of sexual assault to the Taos Police Department (505-758-2216). Students
may contact the Student Services Office (505-758-7667) for assistance in
contacting law enforcement authorities and/or service agencies.
VI. COUNSELING
AND ASSISTANCE SERVICES
A. Main Campus
1. Albuquerque
Rape Crisis Center 1025 Hermosa S.E 505-266-7711 The
Albuquerque Rape Crisis Center, which is affiliated with The University of
New Mexico, maintains a 24 hour a day crisis telephone service and has
counselors available to provide immediate assistance to victims of sex
offenses. Counselors will assist victims with the criminal
process.
2. Dean of
Students Office 280 Student Services
Center 505-277-3361 The Dean of Students Office will assist victims
of sex offenses with changes in their academic and living situation after
an alleged sex offense.
3. Victim
Impact Program Office of the District Attorney, 2nd Judicial
Circuit 520 Lomas 505-841-7527 The District Attorney's Victim
Impact Program provides assistance to victims of all crimes including sex
offenses. Advocates in this office assist victims in dealing with the
criminal system and securing financial and other assistance due to victims
under the law.
4. Counseling
& Therapy Services (CATS) Student Health Center, Bldg.
73 505-277-4537 CATS provides low cost, time-limited, psychological
and psychiatric services to UNM students, including victims of sex
offenses.
5. UNM Women's
Center 1160 Mesa Vista Hall 505-277-3716 The Women's
Center provides short-term counseling and referral services to UNM
students, including victims of sex offenses.
6. AGORA
Crisis Center 505-277-3013 The AGORA Crisis Center provides
confidential peer support and referrals to any student needing to talk
about a personal problem.
7. Office of
Residence Life 208 La Posada Hall 505-277-8230
8. Emergency
Desk Student Residence Center 505-277-9203 Residence
Life Area Coordinators and Residence Advisors are available to assist
students living in Residence Halls with any problems they are
encountering, including providing short term counseling and referral. The
Emergency Desk at the Student Residence Center is staffed 24 hours a
day.
E. Santa Fe
Graduate Center
1. Santa Fe
Rape Crisis Center, Inc. P.O. Box 16346 Santa Fe, NM
87506 505-986-9111 The Santa Fe Rape Crisis Center, Inc. provides
immediate, confidential, and appropriate care for victims of sexual
assault, including a 24 hour a day intervention line (505-986 9111)
medical and legal advocacy; ongoing individual, group and family therapy
for children and adults; education and prevention services for schools and
community; referral for special services and forensic interviewing
facilities.
F. Taos
Education Center
1. Community
Against Sexual & Domestic Violence - CASDV 214 A Montoya
St. Taos, NM 87571 505-758-8082 / 505-758-9888 CASDV maintains a
24 hour a day crises hot line and has counselors available to provide
immediate assistance to victims. They also provide referrals, medical and
legal advocacy and assist with medical expenses.
2. Taos
County/Social Services Mary Medina Building Corner of Cruz,
Alta & Gusdorf Taos, NM 87571 505-758-8871 This agency offers
adult/child protection and emergency housing.
4. Taos County
Health Office Court House Albright St. Taos, NM
87571 505-758-2073
5. Holy Cross
Hospital 1397 Weiner Rd. Taos, NM
87571 505-758-8883
6. Taos
Police 107 Civic Plaza Dr. Taos NM 87571 758-2216 or
911
VII. CHANGE IN
VICTIM'S ACADEMIC AND LIVING SITUATION
A. Main
Campus The University will change a victim's academic and
living situation after an alleged sex offense if those changes are
requested by the victim and reasonably available. Possible changes
include:
1. Arranging for
extension of class assignment and examination due dates.
2. Assisting the
victim in dropping courses or withdrawing from the University without
academic or financial penalty if that is the victim's wish.
3. Arranging for the
victim to move from one on-campus housing location to another. Specific
requests for such changes should be directed to the Dean of Students
Office (505-277-3361).
E. Santa Fe
Graduate Center The Santa Fe Graduate Center will change a
victim's academic situation after an alleged sexual offense if those
changes are requested by the victim and reasonably available. Possible
changes are the same as those indicated for the main campus. Specific
requests for such changes should be directed to the Campus Administrative
Office (505-438-1234).
F. Taos
Education Center The Taos Education Center will change a
victim's academic situation after an alleged sexual offense if those
changes are requested by the victim and reasonably available. Possible
changes are the same as those indicated for the main campus. Specific
requests for such changes should be directed to the Student Service Office
(505-758-7667).
VIII.
PROCEDURES FOR CAMPUS DISCIPLINARY ACTION
The University
of New Mexico's Student Code of Conduct and Visitor Code of Conduct, which
apply to the main campus and all branch campuses and educational centers,
prohibit "any form of sexual assault including rape."
A. Main
Campus On main campus the Student and Visitor Codes of Conduct
are administered by the Dean of Students Office. The University's
Residence Hall policies also prohibit sex offenses. The Office for
Residence Life administers a disciplinary system which addresses
misconduct of residence hall students which occurs in the residence
halls.
A person who is a
victim of a sex offense committed by a student, or a student who is a
victim of a sex offense committed by a visitor to the University has the
option of pursuing charges against the alleged perpetrator of the offense
under the relevant Code of Conduct.Victims of sex offenses are encouraged
to report them to the appropriate law enforcement authorities and to meet
with the University's Student Discipline Officer in the Dean of Students
Office to discuss pursuing charges under the relevant policy.
A victim of a sex
offense is permitted and encouraged to be accompanied at that meeting by a
support person of their choice. Counselors from the Albuquerque Rape
Crisis Center, Student Mental Health, UNM Police Department Victim
Assistance Program, Women's Center and the District Attorney's Victim
Impact Program are available to accompany and assist the victim of a sex
offense throughout the University's disciplinary process.
Under the University's
Student Grievance Procedure and Residence Life Disciplinary Policies, the
alleged victim of a sex offense and the alleged perpetrator are entitled
to the same opportunities to have others present as advisors during
disciplinary proceedings. Both the alleged victim and alleged perpetrator
will be informed of the final determination of a disciplinary proceeding
with respect to the alleged sex offense and any sanction that is imposed
on the accused.
As described in The
University's Student Grievance Procedure alleged victims in student
disciplinary proceedings have rights which are protected throughout the
discipline process.
These rights are:
1. The right to have a person of their choice accompany them
throughout their participation in the discipline process. 2. The right
to submit a victim impact statement to the hearing officer or
committee. 3. The right to have past irrelevant behavior excluded from
the hearing determination. Because of the serious nature of the action,
victims of sexual or physical assault also have these additional rights:
4. With a recommendation from a licensed mental health counselor,
victims may testify from another room as long as it does not infringe upon
the accused student's right to confront and question witnesses. 5. The
right to be notified in writing of the final determination and any
sanctions imposed as a result of the discipline process once a
confidentiality agreement is signed. 6. The right to be informed of
options to notify law enforcement authorities on and off campus as to the
incident and to be assisted in doing so by campus officials. 7. The
right to be informed of the option for any available assistance in making
reasonable changes in academic and on campus living situations. 8. The
right to be notified of existing counseling, mental health or student
services for victims of physical or sexual assault.
The specific
procedures by which Student and Visitor Code of Conduct Violations are
resolved can be found in the Student Grievance Procedure published in The
University of New Mexico Pathfinder.
E. Santa Fe
Graduate Center Violations of the Student and Visitor Codes of
Conduct at the Santa Fe Graduate Center are referred to the Dean of
Students Office on Main Campus to be handled in the same manner as already
described for Main Campus. Victims retain the same rights as those
enumerated for the Main Campus. The phone number for Main Campus Dean of
Students Office is 505-277-3361.
F. Taos
Education Center Violations of the Student and Visitor Codes
of Conduct at the Taos Education Center are administered by the Student
Services Office (505-758-2216). A person who is a victim of a sex offense
committed by a student, or a student who is a victim of a sex offense
committed by a visitor to the center has the option of pursuing charges
against the perpetrator of the offense under the relevant Code of Conduct.
Victims of sex offenses are encouraged to report them to the Taos Police
Department (505 758-2216 or 911) and to the CASDV Office (505-758-8082).
Information regarding pursuing charges under the Student or Visitor Code
of Conduct may be obtained by contacting the Student Services Office
(505-758-7667).
A victim of a sex
offense is permitted and encouraged to be accompanied at meetings with
University officials by a support person of their choice. This support
person may accompany and assist the victim throughout the University's
disciplinary process.Under the University's Student Grievance Procedure,
the alleged victim of a sex offense and the alleged perpetrator are
entitled to the same opportunities to have others present as advisors
during disciplinary proceedings. Both the alleged victim and alleged
perpetrator will be informed of the final determination of a disciplinary
proceeding with respect to the alleged sex offense and any sanction that
is imposed on the accused.Victims in student disciplinary proceedings, and
victims of sexual assault have the same rights that have been enumerated
for the Main Campus.
The specific
procedures by which Student and Visitor Code of Conduct violations are
resolved can be found in the University of New Mexico
Pathfinder.
IX.
SANCTIONS Under the University's Student Code of Conduct which
applies to the main and all of the branch campuses and educational
Centers, a student who commits a violation of this Code, including a sex
offense, is subject to the following possible sanctions:
1. Verbal
warning - means an oral reprimand. 2. Written warning - means a
written reprimand. 3. Disciplinary probation - means the establishment
of a time period during which further acts of misconduct may or will
result in more severe disciplinary sanctions depending upon the conditions
of the probation. Conditions of probation can include community service,
attendance at workshops and/or seminars including but not limited to
alcohol, drug or safety workshops and/or seminars, mandatory mental health
evaluation and/or counseling or other educational sanctions. 4.
Suspension - means losing student status for a period of time specified in
the terms of the suspension. A suspension may commence immediately upon a
finding of a violation or it may be deferred to a later time. 5.
Expulsion - means losing student status for an indefinite period of time.
Readmission may not be sought before the expiration of two years from the
date of expulsion, and it is not guaranteed even after that time. 6.
Dismissal - means termination of student employment, either for a stated
time period or indefinitely. 7. Barred from campus - means being barred
from all or designated portions of The University property or activities.
Students living in the
residence halls are subject to the following possible sanctions for
misconduct occurring in the residence halls: 1. Verbal warning - means
an oral reprimand. 2. Written warning - means a written reprimand.
3. Specific probation - means the establishment of a time period
during which specific acts of misconduct may or will result in more severe
disciplinary sanctions depending upon the conditions of the probation.
Conditions of probation can include community service, attendance at
workshops and/or seminars including but not limited to alcohol, drug or
safety workshops and/or seminars, mandatory mental health evaluation
and/or counseling or other educational sanctions. 4. General probation
- means the establishment of a time period during which any acts of
misconduct may or will result in more severe disciplinary sanctions
depending upon the conditions of the probation. Conditions of probation
can include community service, attendance at workshops and/or seminars
including but not limited to alcohol, drug or safety workshops and/or
seminars, mandatory mental health evaluation and/or counseling or other
educational sanctions. 5. Housing reassignment - means the transfer of
the student from one dorm room to another or one residence hall to
another. 6. Restricted from entry into specific residence halls, dining
hall, commons building, etc. 7. Contract termination - means the
termination of the housing contract either for a stated period of time or
indefinitely. Students placed on residence hall probation or who have
their contracts cancelled will have their conduct case sent to the Dean of
Students Office for review/records purposes.
Students violating
residence hall policies may also be referred to the Dean of Students
Office for additional disciplinary review under the Student Code of
Conduct.Under the University's Visitor Code of Conduct which applies to
the main and all branch campuses and educational Centers, a visitor who
commits a violation of this Code, including a sex offense, is subject to
the following possible sanctions:
1. Verbal Warning - means an oral
reprimand. 2. Written Warning - means a written reprimand. 3.
Probation - means the establishment of a time period during which further
acts of misconduct may or will result in more severe sanctions depending
on the conditions of the probation. 4. Removal from campus means being
physically escorted or forcibly removed to a location off property owned
or controlled by The University, by University Police Officers or other
University agents. 5. Barred from campus - means being barred from all
or designated portions of University property or activities. 6. The
sanctions of denial of admission, readmission or employment by the
University. 7. Additionally or alternatively, any sanction applicable
to a student under the Student Code of Conduct may be provisionally
applied to a visitor, to be made effective should the visitor ever enroll
or re-enroll at the University.
POLICY ON
ILLEGAL DRUGS AND ALCOHOL Adopted by the President August 3,
1990 Revised September 11, 1992
This Policy on Illegal Drugs
and Alcohol is adopted pursuant to federal laws and because of the
commitment of The University of New Mexico to an environment for the
pursuit of its educational mission free of drugs and the illegal use of
alcohol. Drug and alcohol abuse on campus poses a serious threat to the
health and welfare of faculty, staff and students; impairs work and
academic performance; jeopardizes the safety and well-being of other
employees, students and members of the general public; and conflicts with
the responsibility of The University of New Mexico to foster a healthy
atmosphere for the pursuit of education, research and service.
This policy covers all
property owned, used, leased or controlled by The University of New
Mexico, or any other site where official University business is being
conducted. "Controlled substances" means those substances in Schedules I
through V of section 202 of the Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. 812,
and implementing regulations, 21 CFR 1308.11-1308.15. Controlled
substances include, but are not limited to, marijuana, cocaine (including
"crack"), amphetamines, heroin, PCP, hallucinogens, and certain
prescription drugs. Illegal uses of alcohol include, but are not limited
to, serving, buying or drinking alcohol by a minor; assisting a minor or
an intoxicated person to get alcohol; selling alcohol without a license
and driving while under the influence. This policy is not intended to
supersede or negate any existing policies on substance abuse, student or
employee discipline, or any additional requirements imposed on The
University of New Mexico or its students, faculty or staff by federal or
state law.
I. Policy Statement
The unlawful
manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of controlled
substances or alcohol on UNM property or as part of any of its activities
by any member of The University of New Mexico community faculty, staff or
studentis strictly prohibited.As a condition of employment, all employees
- faculty and staff - of The University of New Mexico shall abide by the
terms of this policy. Violation of this policy shall result in
disciplinary action, up to and including dismissal. For more detailed
information, faculty should refer to the Faculty Handbook and / or contact
the Faculty Grants and Contracts Office. Staff may refer to the University
Business Policies and Procedures Manual and/or contact the Human Resources
Department.
As a condition of
continued registration and enrollment, any student of The University of
New Mexico shall abide by this policy. Violation of this policy shall
result in disciplinary action, up to and including expulsion. For more
detailed information, students should refer to the Student Code of Conduct
and related policies printed in the UNM Pathfinder and/or contact the Dean
of Students Office.
UNM's response to any
violation of this policy may include, as a total or partial alternative to
disciplinary action, a requirement that the employee or student
participate satisfactorily in an approved substance abuse treatment or
rehabilitation program as a condition of continued employment or
registration /enrollment. Any employee engaged in the performance of work
under a federal contract or grant is required, as a condition of
employment, to notify his/her supervisor if he or she is convicted of a
criminal drug statute violation occurring in the workplace within five
days of such conviction. The supervisor shall notify the University
Counsel's Office. Failure of the employee to notify the supervisor shall
be grounds for disciplinary action.
In recognition of the
dangers of substance abuse in the workplace, The University of New Mexico
shall maintain alcohol and drug-free awareness programs to inform members
of the University community about the issues and risks of substance abuse,
and about counseling, and treatment resources. The University shall assign
responsibility for such awareness programs to specific administrative
entities, which shall be provided sufficient resources to develop and
maintain the programs. As a matter of policy, any referral, treatment,
awareness or primary prevention programs established by The University of
New Mexico shall play no role in enforcing or instituting possible
disciplinary action.
II. Legal
Sanctions for the Unlawful Possession or Distribution of Illicit Drugs and
Alcohol
The penalties for even
the most minor of violations of the Liquor Control Act can include fines
of up to $300, confiscation of property and imprisonment for up to seven
months. More serious violations carry greater penalties, with larger fines
and longer imprisonment.Driving or using machinery after drinking or using
drugs creates the risk that the user may injure or kill someone. This can
result in homicide charges. License revocation and vehicle impoundment are
also possible results of driving while under the influence of liquor or
drugs. The minimum blood alcohol levels at which drivers' licenses are
revoked in New Mexico are: .02% for those under 21 and.08% for those 21
and over. All drivers in New Mexico are presumed to be intoxicated at the
.08% level.In drug-related cases a court can permanently suspend
eligibility for federal benefits, including financial aid. A criminal
record can seriously hurt educational and career opportunities.
Penalties for illegal
drug use can include significant fines and imprisonment. Penalties for the
illegal sale of drugs are greater, and may include property confiscation.
Alternative penalties for illegal drug or alcohol use may also include
mandatory community service. Violation of laws by a foreign national may
result in deportation.
Details on federal and
state sanctions for the unlawful possession or distribution of illegal
drugs are contained in the Policy on Illegal Drugs and Alcohol that
appears on page 52 of the 2002-2003 UNM Pathfinder.
III.
Health Risks Associated with Use of Illicit Drugs and the Abuse of
Alcohol
Excessive alcohol consumption and abuse of illicit
drugs can lead to certain types of cancer, pathological changes in the
liver, brain, heart and muscle which can lead to disability and death,
addiction, birth defects, shortened life span, stomach ulcers phlebitis,
varicose veins, and other health problems. Alcohol and drugs are also a
major factor in homicides, assaults, rapes, suicide, family and date
violence. Alcohol is significantly involved in all types of accidents-
motor vehicle, home, industrial, and recreational. Unintended pregnancies
and sexually transmitted diseases are often associated with alcohol or
other drug abuse, as well as relationship, academic or work
problems.
For more information
on the possible effects and health risks associated with the use of
illicit drugs and alcohol, contact the Student Health Center Health
Education Program (277 7947) or the UNM Campus Office of Substance Abuse
Prevention (277-2795). Information on the possible effects and health
risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and controlled substances
is also contained in the Policy on Illegal Drugs and Alcohol that appears
on page 52 of the 2002-2003 UNM Pathfinder.
IV. Campus
Resources for Substance Abuse Problems / Campus Resources for Faculty and
Staff
If you are concerned about your own, an employee's
or a colleague's alcohol or drug use, contact the CARS program. The intent
of CARS is not to intrude into the private lives of University employees,
but rather to provide services for those who choose to request help with
their problems. Your contact with CARS is confidential within the limits
of applicable law and ethical guidelines. Individual assessments,
short-term counseling, consultation and referrals are available. CARS also
offers presentations on a variety of topics, voluntary mediation services,
group crisis intervention, and team building.
C.A.R.S.
(Counseling, Assistance & Referral Service) Phone
272-6868 University Hospital employees may contact C.A.R.S. directly
(272-6868) or call Human Resources for information about available
counseling & referral resources. Phone: 272-0942
Campus
Resources for Students If you are concerned about a student's
alcohol, tobacco or other drug use, contact the Wellness Center at the
Student Health Center for consultation. Confidential consultations,
individual assessments and education are available.
- Student
Health Center: 277-3136
- Wellness
Center: 277-1899
- Health
Education Program (Information on peer education
groups)
Phone: 277-7947
- Student
Counseling and Therapy Services (CATS)
Student Health Center
Phone: 277-4537
Other Campus and Community
Resources
- AGORA
Crisis Center:
Phone: 277-3013
- National
Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (for intervention
services and information on community treatment resources and recovery
groups, e.g., AA, ACOA, Al-Anon, Rational Recovery, Women for Sobriety)
Phone: 256-8300
- UNM
Psychiatric Emergency Service (PES)
Phone: 272-2920
- University
Hospital Emergency Dept.
Phone: 272-2411
- UNM Center
on Alcoholism, Substance Abuse and Addictions
(CASAA)
Treatment Division (Intake) Phone:
768-0114 Research Division Phone: 768-0279
- Campus
Office of Substance Abuse Prevention
Phone: 277-2795
- UNM
Department of Psychology Clinic
Phone: 277-5164
- UNM
Employee Health Promotion Program
Phone: 272-4460
- UNM
Employee Occupational Health Services
Phone: 272-8043
- UNM Mental
Health Center, Crisis Unit
Phone: 272-2800
- UNM Women's
Resource Center
Phone: 277-3716
PHONE
NUMBERS TO CALL
- UNM Police
Department
Emergency: 911 Non-emergency: 277-2241 TDD:
277-0888
- Escort Service:
277-2241
- Parking Services:
277-1938
- Dean of Students:
277-3361
- Student Health
Center: 277-3136
- Housing & Food
Services: 277-4707
- APD
Non-Emergency: 242-COPS (2677) Information:
768-2020
- Bernalillo County
Sheriff
Non-emergency: 768-4160
Public Affairs Department Hodgin Hall, 2nd
floor Albuquerque, NM 87131-0011 Telephone: (505)
277-5813 Fax: (505) 277-1981 Email:
paaffair@unm.edu
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