The Clery Act requires higher education institutions to give timely warnings of crimes that represent a threat to the safety of students or employees, and to make public their campus security policies. It also requires that crime data are collected, reported, and disseminated to the campus community and are also reported to the U.S. Department of Education. The act is intended to provide students and their families, as higher education consumers, with accurate, complete, and timely information about safety on campus so that they can make informed decisions.

Policy Disclosure

- Preparation of the Annual Security Report -

Northwestern Technological Institute prepares this report to comply with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act. This report is prepared in cooperation with local law enforcement agencies surrounding our main campus.

Campus crime, arrest and referral statistics include those reported to designated school officials (including but not limited to the School Director and Assistant School Director), as well as local law enforcement agencies.

Distribution of this Report

This report is published and distributed annually by October 1st to all enrolled students and all employees. Prospective students and employees are made aware of this report via publication, are provided a general summary of its contents, and may request a copy prior to enrollment or employment.

- Reporting of Criminal Offenses -

Crime Reporting:

To report a crime, all students and employees are encouraged to accurately and promptly report any and all crimes or emergencies occurring on campus directly to the School Director or Assistant School Director. Reports may also be given via telephone (248) 358-4006.

Confidential Reporting Procedures:

If you are the victim of a crime and do not want to pursue action within the Institute or the criminal justice system, you may still want to consider making a confidential report. With your permission, the School Director or Assistant School Director can file a report on the details of the incident without revealing your identity. The purpose of a confidential report is to comply with your wish to keep the matter confidential, while taking steps to ensure the future safety of yourself and others. With such information, the Institute can keep an accurate record of the number of incidents involving students, determine where there is a pattern of crime with regard to a particular location, method, or assailant, and alert the campus community to potential danger. Reports filed in this manner are counted and disclosed in the annual crimes statistics for the institution.

- Timely Warnings -

In the event a situation arises, either on or off campus, that, in the judgment of the School Director, constitutes an ongoing or continuing threat, a campus-wide timely warning will be issued. The warning will be issued via memorandum, in-class announcements, or other appropriate means to all students, faculty, and staff. Anyone with information warranting a timely warning should immediately report the circumstance to the School Director or Assistant School Director, in person or via telephone at (248) 358-4006.

- Security and Access -

During business hours, the Institute is open to students, parents, guests, employees and invitees. During non-business hours, access to Institute facilities is by key, if issued. The Institute maintains no campus residences or dormitories. The building is also equipped with a security system.

- Campus Law Enforcement -

Northwestern Technological Institute does not employ specific campus security personnel. Responsibility of security rests with the employees of the Institute. Students and employees are strongly encouraged to immediately report all crimes/incidents to campus personnel. A determination is then made as to the necessity of outside law enforcement (Southfield Police). Campus personnel do not possess arrest authority.

- Reporting Policy Relative to Counselors -

As a result of the negotiated rulemaking process which followed the signing into law, the 1998 amendments to 20 U.S.C. Section 1092 (f) clarification was given to those considered to be campus security authorities. Campus “Pastoral Counselors” and Campus “Professional Counselors”, when acting as such, are not considered to be a campus security authority and are not required to report crimes for inclusion into the annual disclosure of crime statistics. As a matter of policy, they are encouraged, if and when they deem it appropriate, to inform persons being counseled of the procedures to report crimes on a voluntary basis for inclusion into the annual crime statistic. Northwestern Tech. does not have an employee on staff who is a professional counselor, however, the Institute contracts with a licensed counselor in the event counseling services are needed.

The rulemaking committee defines counselors as:

Pastoral Counselor

An employee of an institution, who is associated with a religious order or denomination, recognized by that religious order or denomination as someone who provides confidential counseling and who is functioning within the scope of that recognition as a pastoral counselor.

Professional Counselor

An employee of an institution whose official responsibilities include providing psychological counseling to members of the institution’s community and who is functioning within the scope of his or her license or certification. Northwestern Tech. does not have an employee on staff who is a professional counselor, however, the Institute contracts with a licensed counselor in the event counseling services are needed.

- Crime Prevention & Security Awareness Programs -

Students and employees are made aware of campus crime through the following:

• Annual Reports - Each year, Northwestern Technological Institute prepares an annual disclosure of crime statistics with the assistance of the Southfield Police Dept.

• Distribution of Crime Prevention/Security Awareness Material -- Northwestern Technological Institute offers a variety of Crime Prevention/Security Awareness literature that is readily available to both students and employees. No other crime prevention/security awareness programs are offered at this time by the Institute.

Personal Safety

• Northwestern Technological Institute encourages its students and employees to be responsible for their own security and the security of others.

• Be aware of your surroundings and of those people around you.

• Do not walk in dark, unlighted areas or surroundings.

• Walk in pairs or groups when entering and exiting the Institute..

• Avoid working or studying alone at night, in remote areas or offices, and keep your door locked if you have to work.

• Have your keys ready and in hand when approaching your vehicle or office.

Crime Prevention Tips

Vehicle Security ...

• Lock your car and take your keys

• Secure your windows by rolling them up.

• Secure valuables such as tapes, CDs, radios, phones, books, radar detectors, and packages by placing them in the trunk or out of sight

• Park in well lighted areas.

• Invest in a car alarm, kill switch, and/or steering wheel locking device.

• Park in authorized spaces and between the lines to reduce the chance of damage or vandalism to your vehicle.

Property Security ...

• Lock and secure your desk and office when not in use.

• Lock up equipment when not in use.

• Do not leave books, bags, purses, wallets, or any other possessions unattended even for a moment. Take them with you.

• Do not leave your keys unattended and identify your valuables with tags, marker, etc...

Off-Campus Student Organizations/Criminal Activity

Any criminal activity occurring off-campus that is Institute-related will be monitored via communication with the appropriate law enforcement agency.

- Alcoholic Beverages and Illegal Drugs -

Northwestern Technological Institute complies with the Drug-Free Schools and Campuses Act. The distribution, possession, and use of controlled substances, illicit drugs, and alcohol that is illegal under state and federal law is prohibited on the campus of Northwestern Technological Institute. Any persons appearing on campus while under the influence of alcoholic beverages, narcotics, and other drugs, will be subject to disciplinary and/or legal action. The possession of alcohol by anyone under 21 years of age is illegal. Violators will be subject to disciplinary and/or legal action.

• Disciplinary actions may consist of a written reprimand, restriction of privileges, disciplinary probation, suspension, or dismissal.

• Legal actions may consist of the payment of fines, restitution of damages, and/or imprisonment.

• A determination is made by the appropriate Institute official as to whether a situation requires assistance from law enforcement officials.

- Drug/Alcohol Abuse Education Programs -

Information relative to available Drug/Alcohol Abuse Prevention programs can be found in Northwestern Technological Institute’s Drug and Alcohol Prevention Program packet. This packet contains information regarding health risks, legal sanctions, assistance organizations, etc.

- Sexual Assault Policy & Procedures -

It is Northwestern Technological Institute’s policy that any form of sexual assault is strictly prohibited. The Institute will make all responsible efforts to maintain a campus environment free from sexual assault.

What is sexual assault?

Sexual assault includes rape, sodomy, penetration with an object, or the touching of private body parts for the purpose of sexual gratification forcibly or against the victim’s will, or not forcibly or against the victim's will where the victim is incapable of giving consent.

Sexual Assault Prevention Programs/Reporting Procedures

Northwestern Technological Institute has established the following programs to prevent sexual assault as well as procedures to follow if a sexual assault has occurred.

A. Educational Programs

1) All students and employees receive a copy of this publication, which contains information about Institute policies and procedures relative to security and crime prevention.

2) The Institute will provide publications to promote awareness of sexual assault and other sex offenses.

B. Procedures to Follow if a Sexual Assault Occurs:

1) If you are a victim of a sexual assault at Northwestern Technological Institute, your first priority should be to get to a place of safety. Medical attention and/or treatment should then be obtained as quickly as possible following the incident. Assaults should be reported directly to a school official (i.e. School Director, Assistant School Director, etc.) at (248) 358-4006, and/or local law enforcement authorities at 911. If a student chooses, campus authorities will assist the student in notifying the proper law enforcement authorities. Because of the importance of preserving evidence in order to prove sexual assault, students should contact either a school official, or the proper law enforcement as soon as possible after the incident.

2) If the assailant is identified as a Northwestern Tech. student, a school official will report the incident to the School Director, who will assist with the appropriate course of action in accordance with the Student Conduct Policy and procedures. Potential school sanctions include permanent termination from the program.

3) If the assailant is a Northwestern Tech. employee, a school official will report the incident to the School Director for appropriate action. Potential school sanctions include termination of employment.

C. Procedures for Institute Disciplinary Action in Cases of Alleged Sexual Assault

1) The accuser and the accused are entitled to the same opportunities to have others present during an Institute disciplinary proceeding.

2) Both the accuser and the accused shall be informed of the outcome of the final determination of any Institute disciplinary proceeding brought alleging sexual assault.

3) Following the final determination of an Institute Disciplinary proceeding, the Institute will imposesanctions such as termination from the program in the case of a student, and termination of employment in the case of an employee.

4) All current students and employees will be made aware of incidents of sexual assault and other crimes via this Campus Crime Report publication, which is distributed to all employees in their employment packet, and to students on their first day of classes. This report is updated annually and is distributed to both new and current students and employees.

D. Victim Assistance

1) The Institute will change a victim’s academic situation after an alleged sex offense, if changes are requested by the victim and are reasonably available.

2) The Institute will assist the victim of an alleged sex offense in obtaining off-campus counseling, or mental health counseling, if requested.

Sex Offender Information

In accordance with the “Campus Sex Crimes Prevention Act” of 2000, which amends the Jacob Wetterling Crimes Against Children and Sexually Violent Offender Registration Act, the Jeanne Clery Act and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, Northwestern Technological Institute is providing a link to the State of Michigan sex Offender Registry. This act requires Institutions of higher education to provide a method whereby the campus community can obtain law enforcement information provided by the State concerning registered sex offenders.

The Michigan State Police is responsible for maintaining this registry. Follow the link below to access the Michigan State Police Website.

http://www.mipsor.state.mi.us/

-Crime Statistics Table-

Category	2006 On- Campus	2006 Public Property	2005 On- Campus	2005 Public Property	2004 On- Campus	2004 Public Property	2003 On- Campus	2003 Public Property
Murder/Non- Negligent Manslaughter	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Sex Offenses: Nonforcible	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Sex Offenses: Forcible	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Robbery	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Aggravated Assault	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Burglary	0	0	1	0	0	0	1	0
Motor Vehicle Theft	0	0	0	0	3	0	1	0
Negligent Manslaughter	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Arson	1	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Hate/Prejudice Crimes	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
# of Arrests or persons referred for campus disciplinary action for:
Liquor Law Violations	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Drug-Related Violations	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0
Illegal Weapons Possession Violations	0	0	0	0	0	0	0	0

On-Campus is defined as any building or property owned or controlled by a school within the same reasonably contiguous geographic area and used by the school in direct support of or in a manner related to its educational purposes. Northwestern Tech does not own the building in which it is located, however, as a tenant; the Institute does control the 2^nd and 3^rd Floors, as well as approximately 1200 square feet of office space on the 1^st Floor of the building.

Public Property is defined as all public property including thoroughfares, streets, sidewalks, and parking facilities that is within the same campus or immediately adjacent to and accessible from the campus. This would not include, for example, highways that are adjacent to the campus, but that are separated from the campus by a fence or other man-made barrier. Northwestern Tech. is surrounded on three sides primarily by adjacent office and/or commercial, privately owned buildings. Immediately in front of the Institute is the Lodge Freeway/Northwestern Highway Service Drive. There are no public sidewalks or parking facilities that are immediately adjacent to or accessible from our campus.