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Violence Free Campus

517.02

Violence Free Campus

Applicable Statutes: Campus Security Enhancement Act of 2008 (110 ILCS 12) and Ill. Admin. Code tit. 29, § 305.10 - 305.110

Sauk Valley Community College strictly prohibits violence, threats, implied threats, and intimidation (verbal or physical acts intended to frighten or coerce). This policy applies to all students, employees, and visitors and covers conduct on campus, including all property owned or used by the College.

  1. Firearms and other dangerous weapons are not permitted on campus, except for law enforcement purposes or as specifically authorized for instruction, research, or service.
  2. The College takes disciplinary, civil, or criminal action as appropriate against individuals who violate this policy through violence, threats, or intimidation.
  3. Students, employees, and visitors report concerns through the following procedures:
    1. If an individual poses an immediate threat to themselves or others, call 911 from any campus phone.
    2. If an individual poses a potential threat, contact SVCC Campus Security (Room 1C04); phone (815) 835-6389 or (815) 441-2040; and/or email at security@svcc.edu. SVCC Campus Security tracks and manages reports of violence, including incidents occurring off-campus.
    3. If an individual poses an urgent concern (no immediate threat), contact the Dean of Student Services at (815) 835-6305 or access an SVCC Counselor in the Student Services Center (First Floor, West Mall). Staff may submit an “Early Alert Referral” in FAST.
  4. The Campus Violence Prevention Committee raises awareness and responsiveness to prevent and address violence, threats, intimidation, or property damage. The Sauk Valley Crisis Assistance Team serves as the Campus Threat Assessment Team, assisting faculty, staff, and students in handling potential threats.
  5. The College communicates this policy and related procedures annually to ensure campus-wide awareness and preparedness.
  6. The College protects the confidentiality of complaints and involved parties to the greatest extent possible. Retaliation against individuals who report in good faith or participate in investigations is strictly prohibited. Knowingly filing false or misleading reports will result in disciplinary action.

Revised: 11-25-2019
Cabinet Reviewed: 02-18-2025