The safety of the Waynesburg University community is our top priority.
Our Department of Public Safety provides 24/7 campus coverage.
The small community atmosphere both within the university and the town of Waynesburg provide a pleasant and peaceful place to live. Even so, we remain cognizant of current challenges and wide-ranging safety concerns.
For emergency assistance, public safety personnel can always be reached by calling 724-852-3303 (campus extension 23303). If a campus-wide emergency situation arises, we’re available to parents, community members, and students who want more information. Don’t hesitate to reach out to the public safety office with questions or concerns.
Quick Reference: Emergency Telephone Numbers
Waynesburg University Public Safety (24 Hours)
724-852-3303 or ext. 23303
Waynesburg University Switchboard (8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. M-F; Summer hours end at 4)
724-627-8191
Waynesburg Borough Police Department
724-852-2911 or 724-627-8113
Waynesburg Volunteer Fire Department
724-627-5426 or 1-911
Students, be proactive. When you begin your journey here, take these steps:
Sign up for Emergency Alerts
Waynesburg University utilizes Everbridge Emergency Alert System to send alerts to our entire campus community within minutes through various platforms such as email, cell phone calls and text message.
Follow these simple steps to update your profile:
Log into MyConnect
Click on the “Everbridge” Icon
Click “edit” where it says “my profile”
Add your cell number in the appropriate place and any other contact information you’d like to provide
All University community members should update their Everbridge contact information each year following these steps
The safety and wellness of our campus community is our highest priority. Information about critical events or issues on campus need to be communicated to you in a timely and seamless fashion. In the event of an emergency, cell phones are the best way to reach you. Please include your cell phone number in your profile so that we may reach you instantly with text messages or calls as needed.
Add Public Safety to your contacts
Add the Department of Public Safety (DOPS) phone number (724-852-3303) to your phone contacts so you’re always connected. Our campus security personnel are available at all times on Waynesburg’s campus.
Download the STOPit app for anonymous reporting of crimes
Waynesburg University has implemented an app called STOPit to provide an anonymous way for students and employees to report Title IX-related incidents of sexual misconduct, such as sexual assault or sexual harassment.
Students and employees can download the app for free from the App Store or Google Play using Waynesburg University’s Access Code.
WU Access Code/Password:Waynesburg
If a student or employee cannot download the app to their mobile device, they can access the link online and enter the same information anonymously.
Safety, Security, Emergencies, and Crisis Management
Security Operations and Emergency Management has a Director and Assistant Director who meet weekly with the Provost, and/or the Dept. of Public Safety, Facilities Operations, University Relations, Risk Management, Information Technology Services, and Senior Executive Staff to ensure that security plans, emergency response guidelines, and crisis management policies and safety protocols serve the University in the best way possible by protecting the campus community, the students, employees, visitors, events, and interests from all hazards and harm.
Recent campus initiatives include:
Renovations and/or installation of new door locks and building locks campus-wide;
Renovations and/or installation of new CCTV security camera system, campus-wide;
Renovations and/or installation of new lights and lighting around campus;
New and updated AED (Automated External Defibrillators) campus-wide for emergency use, as well as Stop the Bleed Training, CPR Training, etc.;
New photo identification credentials, worn by all employees campus-wide;
Revised security check-in and accountability procedures for all visitors to campus; and
Site Security Surveys & Analysis conducted to identify risk and exposure relating to physical buildings, events on campus, and travel domestically and abroad.
Recent and on-going trainings for various University groups include:
Risk and Hazards Identification and Mitigation Training for staff and employees regarding all emerging threats or potential hazards to the University;
Title IX Training for all employees and all student athletes;
Collaborative "All Hands" Field Training Exercises in active shooter, HAZMAT and workplace violence, with law enforcement and first responders; and
Required ITS Cyber Security Training for all employees, and new multi-factor authentication for verified access to University email and systems.
Proactive Planning
Waynesburg University's Comprehensive Security Operations Plan and Emergency Response Guide is updated yearly. In addition, the University issues an Emergency Response Quick Reference Flip Chart Guide, which is distributed campus-wide.
Waynesburg University has trained, professional, Act 120 or Act 235 certified Public Safety Officers with its Department of Public Safety. These uniformed officers are present on campus and at all on-campus events.
While employed at Waynesburg University, Public Safety Officers receive continuing education in C.P.R./First Aid, University Policies and Procedures, Emergency Procedures for coordination with maintenance, fire, police, and medical assistance. They also receive training on issues typical of university campuses. The Director of Public Safety supervises all public safety personnel and is available at any time, serving as the liaison between the University and the state and local police departments.
The Director of Public Safety works closely with the Waynesburg Borough Police Department and the Pennsylvania State Police Department. The Public Safety Office and personnel always cooperate with any state police agency and maintain an excellent working relationship with the Waynesburg Borough Police. If a situation requires assistance, local or state police may be called to campus.
General Security Procedures
Any victim of a campus violation or crime may report the incident to on duty public safety personnel or to the director of public safety or anonymously via the STOPit App. Victims of a crime occurring on campus are notified of their rights and responsibilities in reporting the violation to the local authorities. Although public safety personnel are available to investigate incidents and follow up on possible violations, it is not intended to be a substitute for the local police.
Public safety personnel make regular rounds of the campus throughout each evening. In their normal foot/motor patrol of the campus, all buildings, residence halls and academic buildings are checked to ensure that all buildings are locked at the proper times and that they remain closed throughout the evening. Public safety personnel may request identification of any unknown person they notice on the campus. Students are required to supply public safety personnel with their student identification card upon request. All other visitors are required to verify the student with whom they are visiting.
For emergency assistance, public safety personnel may always be reached by calling 724-852-3303 (campus extension 23303). In addition, the on-duty resident director has immediate access to all public safety personnel by phone. When needed, transportation to Washington Health System Greene is provided.
Residence Hall Safety & Security
In each residence hall, all individual rooms have individual locks with keys/cards only given to residents of that room. Rooms are only opened for those students who live in that room or by permission of those who live there.
All residence halls are locked at all times. Residents receive a key/card for their individual room and a key/card for the outside door to their halls. Any attempt to force open locked doors or to keep locked doors ajar will be considered a university violation and will result in disciplinary action.
During the regular breaks in the academic year, residence halls are locked by the outside doors. Students are encouraged to take any particularly valuable items home with them. During that time, public safety officers continue to check and patrol the residence halls regularly. Entrance to the residence halls during that time occurs only by permission of the director of housing or dean of students.
It is helpful to be proactive and familiar with the information below in the event you are faced with an emergent situation. Waynesburg University has resources and support in place for mental health emergencies and for any victim of sexual assault.
Assault / Sexual Assault
If you have been assaulted:
If you are sexually assaulted or if you think you are in danger, call the University Department of Public Safety at 724 852-3303 or dial 911.
Contact a support person to be with you.
Seek medical attention as soon as possible. Do not shower, bathe, douche, brush your teeth or hair, or change clothes. Be sure to tell the examiner that you have been sexually assaulted. This does not mandate a formal complaint being filed.
Consider talking to a University counselor, who can help you sort through your feelings and make a decision about filing a complaint. The counselor will support your decision and will maintain your confidentiality. If you prefer to talk to someone outside the University, you can call the Rape Crisis Center at 724-527-6108 or 1 888-480-7283 (night).
If someone you know has been assaulted:
Provide assistance by making sure the victim is safe and someone is with her or him.
If safety remains a concern, contact the Department of Public Safety or 911.
Have the victim go with a support person to the hospital for examination of injuries and to determine any evidence of assault.
Contact one of the University counselors for immediate support and for the arrangement of ongoing professional assistance.
A student may report the assault to the local police for investigation and/or the Title IX Coordinator at the University (724-852-3210). Reporting to either the police or the University does not preclude the investigation or action of the other.
Ensure sensitivity, compassion, and confidentiality. Confidentiality will be maintained within the limits of conducting any formal investigation into an assault or sexual assault.
The Stop It Solutions app or website may be used to report anonymously by victims, witnesses or others who are aware of an assault or sexual assault, on or affecting the campus community.
Students and employees can download the app for free from the App Store or Google Play using Waynesburg University’s Access Code.
WU Access Code/Password:Waynesburg
If a student or employee cannot download the app to their mobile device, they can access the link online and enter the same information anonymously.
Mental Health / Psychological Issues
If a student or staff member is expressing extreme anxiety or agitation or other conditions which would indicate they are in harm’s way from a mental health crisis, the person should not be left alone. If a staff member, notify their direct supervisor or appropriate vice president or director.
If the person is a student, inquire if he or she knows one of the University counselors. If they do, call that counselor and explain the situation in as much detail as possible.
If the student does not know one of the counselors, call the Director of the Counseling Center at 724-998-2841. If the Director is not available, call the Dept. of Public Safety and ask them to arrange transportation to Washington Health System – Greene for evaluation.
The Dean of Student Development can be reached at 724-852-3461, and the Department of Public Safety is at 724-852-3303.
Personal / Medical Emergencies
In the case of a medical emergency resulting either from injury or illness, emergency medical personnel should be immediately contacted by calling 911. Please note the exact location/building on the campus and the nature of the emergency for the 911 dispatcher.
Contact both the Health Services (724-852-3332) and the Department of Public Safety (724-852-3303) for assistance with the situation.
Stay with the person until additional University personnel and/or emergency medical personnel arrive on the scene. Other students or staff should assist in keeping others away from the scene and/or providing any other assistance while waiting for the arrival of medical personnel.
Make appropriate written notification and/or an incident report concerning your knowledge of the event with the Department of Public Safety. Be a “good witness” (stay calm, observe, assist, document).
Suicide Threat / Self Harm
Any person making a suicide threat or gesture should not be left alone.
If a student, determine if he or she already has a relationship with one of the University counselors. If so, contact that person immediately.
If there is not an existing relationship, contact the Director of the Counseling Center immediately at 724-852-3225.
Contact the Public Safety Office at 724-852-3303.
If transportation is needed, contact Public Safety at 724-852-3303 for transportation to the Washington Health System – Greene for evaluation.
Call 911 immediately if the person making the threat has a weapon or is attempting harm to themselves or others.
Cancellation and Closures
In the event of an emergency requiring the cancellation of classes or closure of the campus, alerts will be sent out via the Everbridge Emergency Alert System and will be posted on Waynesburg.edu as soon as possible.
Through a comprehensive approach beginning 48 hours ahead of predicted weather events, the University's Weather Team closely monitors impending storms and inclement weather and advises chief decision makers on closures and cancellations. The Team has representatives monitoring conditions on-campus and in the surrounding region and also utilizes a Weather Sentry app, which provides alerts regarding dangers including lightning, wind, storms, and severe heat, etc.
