Crime statistics

Augustana College compiles its statistics on crime through regular contact with a variety of sources. These statistics are compiled and classified in accordance with the Federal Bureau of Investigation's Uniform Crime Reporting System. The Office of Security Services routinely solicits crime information from the Rock Island Police Department, Residential Life, the Dean of Students, and the Office of Student Activities.

At the beginning of each term, employees who have significant responsibility for student and campus activities are reminded of their obligation to report crimes as "Campus Crime Authorities." Examples of "campus officials" include athletic coaches and faculty advisors for student groups as well as the offices mentioned above. Reporting of criminal activity and alcohol-related violations that occur during events sanctioned by the college at off-campus locations is facilitated through contact with a liaison officer appointed by the Rock Island Police Department.

The Dean of Students and the Office of Security Services publish the annual report. A daily log of reported crimes is maintained by the Security Department and is available weekdays between the hours of 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. at the Security Office on the ground floor of Sorensen Hall.

Every effort is made to ensure that the information provided is complete and accurate. Persons having questions are asked to contact the college's CSSA Tim Swann at (309) 794-7428.

Footnotes

(a) Represents a head count of students cited for violation of state liquor laws as well as those referred for consideration of having violated the campus alcohol policy.
(b) Represents a head count of students referred for consideration of having violated the campus drug policy.
(c)These figures represent incidents of "acquaintance" rape.
*Figures reported in the non-campus category represent buildings within the immediate campus perimeter but which are either owned or controlled by the college and used in support of college functions. This includes college-owned property rented to students. Figures for these areas are compiled with the assistance of the Rock ISland Police Department to ensure accuracy
** Figures reported in the "Public Property" category represent figures for criminal activity in the geographic vicinity, even when students are not involved. Numbers are provided by the Rock Island Police Department.

Larcenies (thefts)

Although not required, the College provides this information as a service.