the law, they may incur penalties prescribed by civil authorities, but College authority will never be used merely to duplicate the function of general laws. Only where the College’ s interests as an educational community are distinct and clearly involved, should the special authority of the College be asserted. If a student violates College regulations in the course of an off campus activity, such as one relating to class assignment, the student will be subject to penalty no greater than would normally be imposed by law. College action should be independent of community pressure.
RISC –( RESPONSIVE INTERVENTION FOR STUDENT CONCERNS) The RISC Team serves as a cross functional behavioral intervention team focused on prevention and early intervention of campus situations involving students experiencing extreme distress or engaging in harmful, threatening, or disruptive behaviors. The team is made up of staff from Student Services, Counseling, Learning, and Security. Team members are trained to recognize and address student conflict management issues. The team may utilize various methods and strategies in dealing with student concerns. Students who meet with this team may be required to meet one-on-one with a team member, may be asked to meet with the entire team, or be referred to a mental health professional, either employed by NWTC, or someone from an outside agency. The end result is to offer the student a plan for success, always mindful of the student’ s best interest. The RISC Team adds an element of safety to the College environment.
SAFETY AND SECURITY
Campus Security Policy This information is being provided to students because of Northeast Wisconsin Technical College’ s commitment to safety and security on all three campuses and in response to the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of 1990.
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College is committed to maintaining a campus environment that enhances and supports student learning and achievement. The NWTC District Board, Administration, and staff recognize the importance of a safe and drug free campus. The use and abuse of alcohol and other drugs interferes with a person’ s ability to learn and develop in the college environment. The Wisconsin Legislature and the U. S. Congress passed laws requiring colleges and universities to provide all students and staff with detailed written information about these issues, including relevant state and federal laws and sanctions. The intent of the law is to ensure that students have complete information about the extent of any problem, the risks involved, the legal standards that have been adopted, and the offices and agencies in the community to which a student may turn for help.
Security and Access to Campus Facilities The College maintains a commitment to campus security and safety. Exterior lighting in the parking lots, pedestrian walkways, and the exterior of buildings is on from dusk to dawn to illuminate these areas.
The College provides exterior emergency / assistance phones in the primary public parking lots at the Green Bay, Marinette, and Sturgeon Bay campuses. On the Green Bay campus, phones are located in lots A, C, D, E, F, and G. Each phone with the push of a button, allows quick contact to 911 emergency response as well as the ability to make non-emergency calls to campus security for assistance. When the phone is used, the security camera in the specific area is activated and focuses on to the area where the call is being made providing an additional security enhancement.
The campus buildings are patrolled by College Security and Facilities staff. All exterior doors are locked from 10:00 p. m. to 6:00 a. m. during the week. Campus is open on Saturday and Sunday from 7:00 a. m. until 6:00 p. m.( unless a class is specifically scheduled outside of these hours). Campus is closed for holidays and all buildings are locked with only authorized staff allowed entry.
NWTC has a day and evening security officer on duty throughout the week. Escorts to the parking lots are available from the Security department upon request by calling 920-498-5699.
Statement of Current Policies Concerning Campus Law Enforcement The College maintains a cooperative and harmonious working relationship with all local law enforcement agencies. The College stands ready to cooperate fully with all Wisconsin and local police department personnel.
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