Clery Act and Campus Safety

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (the Clery Act) requires higher education institutions to provide timely warnings of crimes that represent a threat to the campus community and to publish their campus security policies. The Act also requires that the crime data are collected, reported, and disseminated to the campus community, the Department of Education, and potential students and employees. University of Alaska Anchorage updates and maintains the Annual Security for all UAA campuses, including Mat-Su College.

Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

 

Who to Call?

Emergency 911
Non-Emergencies call 907-745-2131

Students, staff, faculty, and visitors should report campus crimes, emergencies, and safety concerns to Alaska State Troopers as well as to the College Director, the Interim Director of Student Services, the Director of Academic Affairs, or the Theater Director in an accurate and timely manner, including when the victim elects to, or is unable to, make such a report. A report is assessed for incorporation into the annual crime statistics and for determination if it warrants providing timely warning notices to the University community, when appropriate.

 

Related Resources:

Emergency Closure

In the event of an urgent emergency at Mat-Su College, and you are the first to recognize a fire situation, activate the alarm, evacuate to a safe location using the nearest exit, and notify the Alaska State Troopers at 907-745-2131 Police Emergency or dial 911. Emergency telephones are located at the outside entrance to JKB by the Director’s Office and at the west entrance to Snodgrass Hall (entrance facing the front parking lot). Regular land-line phones are also available in every classroom. The College Director should always be notified of all significant problems within twenty-four hours, if not sooner.

After contact with 911, and/or in the event of less urgent situations, contact should be made with the College Director or designee. In an urgent event or emergency, the Physical Plant should be contacted.

College Director's Office: 907-745-9726; Jalmar Kerttula Building (JKB) 101; 8295 E. College Drive, Palmer AK  99645

Physical Plant: 907-745-9789

Evacuation Procedures

At the sound of the fire alarm or if you are instructed to evacuate, leave your work area immediately and proceed to the nearest exit, and leave the building. 

  1. Remain Calm
  2. Do NOT use Elevators, Use the Stairs.
  3. Assist the physically impaired. If any individual is unable to exit without using an elevator, secure a safe location near a stairwell, and immediately inform the police or responding fire department of the individual's location.
  4. Proceed to a clear area at least 50 feet from the building. Keep all walkways clear for emergency vehicles.
  5. Make sure all personnel are out of the building.
  6. Do not re-enter the building.

Campus Emergency Classroom Information 

 

CERT Members and Level of Contact:

 

Weather Closures and Information Distribution

 

Emergency Situation Procedures

Rave Guardian Safety App

With safety top of mind, the University Police Department is launching Rave Guardian to replace the UAA Safe App. Rave Guardian allows you to turn your smartphone into a personal safety device and campus resource center. Enhance your personal safety and the safety of your friends by downloading the free app. To download the free app, search “Rave Guardian” in the app store on your mobile device.

Campus Security Report

The Campus Security Report contains the Mat-Su College/UAA campus crime statistics for the three most current years, campus security measures, crime reporting and crime alert procedures; crime prevention strategies, and educational programs. Included, are sexual offenses policy, procedures to file complaints, and disciplinary actions for engaging in prohibited behaviors. Disciplinary actions for violations of alcohol and other drug policies are also reported.

Drug Free Schools Notification

The Drug Free Schools Notification contains the campus alcohol and other drug policies and behavioral expectations for students and employees; disciplinary actions taken when students or employees violate these policies; resources available to provide assistance for alcohol and other drug issues. This report also outlines the physiological effects, health risks, and criminal penalties associated with using alcohol and other specific drugs. Copies of the Drug Free Schools Report or the Campus Security Report may be obtained from the UAA Office of Student Affairs.

Animals on Campus

The campus of Matanuska-Susitna College is situated in a 950 acre wooded site. Wildlife is sometimes seen wandering on campus and on the Nature Trail. People must remember that these are wild animals and their actions are unpredictable. Please maintain a safe distance from these wild animals and notify Mat-Su College Physical Plant whenever you see them on campus. The feeding and/or harassment of any wild animal is a violation of state law.

Pets are not allowed on campus without permission from the University Police Department with regards to the Anchorage campus, or the Community Campus Director with regards to a UAA community campus. An employee wishing to bring a pet into a facility at any time must have the written permission of their supervisor. 

Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act

The Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act is a federal law which provides for the tracking of confiscated sex offenders enrolled at or employed by institutions of higher education. The Act's intent is to extend the protections of sex offender registries to college campuses. Sex offenders who must register with the State of Alaska must also provide notice to the State that they are employed, carry on vocation at, or are a student at the University of Alaska Anchorage. Information concerning registered sex offenders may be obtained from the Alaska Department of Public Safety website.