Campus Security Authority (CSA) Policy

Purpose:

This policy describes how Winona State University (WSU) adheres to the requirements of the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy & Campus Crime Statistics Act, also known as the Clery Act, by designating Campus Security Authorities (CSAs). CSAs perform duties that are necessary for WSU to maintain institutional compliance with the Clery Act.

Policy:

Campus Security Authorities receive reports of Clery Act crimes and report those crimes to Winona State University Security. CSAs also complete annual online or in-person training provided by the University and complete an annual crime reports collection survey distributed by the University.

Related Documents:

• WSU 2-22 Timely Warning & Security Announcements Policy

• WSU 2-23 Emergency Notification Policy

Related definitions:

[2-24] Annual Security Report (ASR):

A public annual security and fire safety report required by the Clery Act to be distributed to employees and students every October 1st. The ASR includes campus crime statistics for the proceeding three (3) calendar years and policy statements related to campus safety and security for the current year.

[2-24] Campus Security Authority (CSA):

An individual responsible for reporting allegations of Clery Act crimes that are reported to them in their capacity as a CSA. A CSA is identified as anyone in the following categories:

1. All members of the campus security department
2. Any individual or individuals who have responsibility for campus security, but who do not work for the campus security department (e.g., an individual who is responsible for monitoring the entrance into University property)
3. Any individual or organization specified in the WSU Annual Security & Fire Safety Report as an individual or organization to which students and employees should report criminal offenses (WSU Primary CSAs)
4. An official of the University who has significant responsibility for student and campus activities, including, but not limited to, student housing, student discipline and campus judicial proceedings

[2-24] Clery Act:

A federal statute codified at 20 U.S.C. § 1092(f), with implementing regulations at 34 C.F.R. 668.46. The law requires colleges and universities to report campus crime data, support victims of violence, and publicly outline policies and procedures in place to improve campus safety.

[2-24] Clery Act Crimes:

The Clery Act lists crimes requiring notification, including the following: Murder, non-negligent manslaughter, and manslaughter by negligence; rape, fondling, incest, and statutory rape; robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, motor vehicle theft, and arson; arrests and referrals for disciplinary actions including liquor law violations, drug law violations, and illegal weapons possession; hate crimes including larceny-theft, simple assault, intimidation, and destruction / damage / vandalism of property; dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking.

[2-24] Official:

Any person who has the authority and duty to take action or respond to particular issues on behalf of the institution.

[2-24] WSU Primary CSA:

A Winona State University person or organization designated to receive reports of criminal offenses from students and employees as specified in the WSU Annual Security & Fire Safety Report.

Subsequent Procedure:

• 2-24A Campus Security Authority (CSA) Procedure

History:

Adoption date: 07/01/2024
Implementation date: 07/01/2024