Public Safety
The department of Security and Public Safety is committed to providing a safe and secure campus environment. The department employs New York State certified security officers. These uniformed officers patrol the campus on foot and in marked vehicles. In addition to regular patrol duties, officers respond to emergencies, write security reports, enforce College rules and regulations, control traffic, conduct fire drills, perform safety checks, and monitor alarms. Located in the lobby of Westlands, the department’s central dispatch,Westlands Desk, is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Officers can be reached by dialing (914) 395-2209 for nonemergencies and (914) 395-2222 for emergencies. There are emergency phones throughout the campus at various locations. Pushing the button on an emergency phone automatically connects the caller to Westlands Desk.
The department also oversees both the student shuttle and the Bronxville train station shuttle. The student shuttle is a student-staffed auxiliary service. It runs seven days a week from sundown to 3 a.m. when residence halls are open. The student shuttle may only pick up and drop off on campus. The Bronxville train station shuttle transports students, faculty, and staff to and from the train station seven days a week from 5:40 p.m. to 2:30 a.m. when classes are in session.
The director of public safety works with all members of the College community and representatives of the local police and fire departments. On call 24 hours a day for safety and security emergencies, the director can be reached by phoning (914) 395-2385. The director also welcomes all questions, suggestions, and ideas relating to safety and security.