Student Handbook 2020-2021

The Clery Act

Originally known as the Campus Security Act, the Jeanne Clery Disclosure Of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (20 USC 1092(f)) is a landmark federal law requiring colleges and universities across the United States to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. All colleges and universities must:

  • Criminal Homicide
  • Sex Offenses
  • Robbery
  • Aggravated Assault
  • Burglary with evidence of unlawful entry
  • Burglary with intent to commit a felony theft
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
  • Arson

Publish an Annual Security Report (ASR) by October 1st to include Clery Act crimes and report statistics for the following categories of arrest or referrals for campus disciplinary action:

  • Liquor and Drug Law Violations
  • Illegal Weapon Possession

Piedmont College is committed to creating and sustaining an educational and working environment free of sex discrimination, sexual harassment, sexual violence, domestic violence, and stalking. The safety and well-being of our campus community is a priority for the College.