Resources and Services
Safety
Emergency Procedures
In an emergency, from any on-campus phone, dial 9-911.Building Security
Building hours are determined by the Vice Chancellor’s Office. When a building is closed, only faculty, staff, and students with specific needs are allowed inside. Environmental and lighting concerns are monitored continually by the Maintenance Department, and they respond to all requests for service dealing with safety or security hazards that are structural or mechanical in nature. All members of the university community are encouraged to report any safety hazards to the Maintenance Department at (812) 348-7237.Office of Public Safety
The Office of Public Safety is dedicated to upholding the highest in professional standards while ensuring the safety and security of IU Columbus students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
- We are committed to the enforcement of local, state, and federal laws to protect life and property, while also respecting constitutional rights and individual dignity. In addition, we are committed to employing creativity, patience, and persistence in establishing and maintaining positive relationships.
- We perform our responsibilities with an unwavering commitment to integrity and are accountable to those we serve for our decisions and actions.
- We strive to practice empathy, compassion, and sensitivity at all times, recognizing that every individual is valuable and should have the maximum opportunity to reach his or her potential.
- To Contact Public Safety call 812-348-7388 or 812-348 SAFE (7233)
