The Ithacan

Public Safety Log: July 28 – Aug. 14

August 27, 2015

Motor Vehicle Accident LOCATION: Campus Center Quad SUMMARY: Caller reported a motor vehicle accident and property damage involving a motor vehicle and a pole. Report was taken. Master Patrol Officer Bruce Holmstock.

Gorge jumping in Ithaca continues despite summer death

By Faith Meckley, Assistant News Editor • August 26, 2015

On July 26, 20-year-old Eric Richardson, a Cortland High School graduate, jumped from a cliff into the water at Second Dam and did not re-emerge.

Commentary: Students address Rape Aggression Defense course

By IC Athlete Ally, Ithaca College Feminists United, Spectrum, and Student Government Association • August 26, 2015

Rape and sexual assault are campus issues that affect students. We demand to be part of these conversations and these decisions.

Commentary: Public Safety director seeks student input

By Terri Stewart • April 29, 2015

This writing is intended to address the relationship between the members of the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management and our students.

Arson reported in Rowland Hall at Ithaca College

By Max Denning, Online News Editor • April 19, 2015

An arson was reported in Rowland Hall around 10:00 p.m. April 18.

UPDATE: Public Safety takes measures to interact with students

By Evan Popp, Staff Writer • April 8, 2015

Members of the Ithaca College Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management held an informal discussion with a group of students April 7 to discuss ways to form a better relationship between law enforcement and students.

SGA passes bill calling for Public Safety accountability

By Evan Popp, Staff Writer • March 25, 2015

The Ithaca College Student Government Association passed a bill March 23 calling for greater accountability within the Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management in the way Public Safety officers interact with students.

IC students say marijuana use often goes unpunished

By Avalon Singer, Contributing Writer • February 18, 2015

Freshman Adam* said he thought he was being careful when an officer caught him. He placed a blanket under the door, turned his fan on and faced it toward the open window.

Public Safety Log: Dec. 19 – Jan. 9

January 21, 2015

December 19 Unlawful possession marijuana LOCATION: Terraces SUMMARY: Caller reported odor of marijuana. Six people judicially referred for unlawful possession of marijuana. Master Patrol Officer...

Public Safety Log: Sept. 19– Sept. 23

October 23, 2014

SEPTEMBER 19 Possession of marijuana Location: J-Lot SUMMARY: Officer reported people with marijuana. Three people judicially referred for possession of marijuana. Patrol Officer Steven Rounds. Case...

Editorial: Public Safety needs to better train faculty and staff for emergencies

October 22, 2014

Although Public Safety is well prepared for emergency situations such as an active shooter on campus, faculty and staff are not as well prepared as they can be.

Public Safety Log: Sept. 15– Sept. 18

October 9, 2014

SEPTEMBER 15 Criminal mischief Location: Emerson Hall SUMMARY: Caller reported unknown person damaged exit sign. Investigation pending. Sergeant Dirk Hightchew. Fire alarm Location: Terraces SUMMARY:...