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Campus Law Enforcement

Contact

Ray Scott
Vice President of Student Services
Ramsey Hall Suite 216
jrscott@nemcc.edu
P: 662.720.7235

Brandi Lauderdale
Administrative Assistant 
Ramsey Hall Suite 216
bmlauderdale@nemcc.edu
P: 662.720.7596  

Campus Law Enforcement

145 Frank & Audrey Haney Union
662.720.7576 - Office
662.720.6687 or 662.554.7233 - 24 Hours

The college has a 24-hour campus law enforcement department and a controlled parking system. The purpose of the NE Campus Police Department is to provide an environment that is safe and secure for students, staff, faculty, and visitors. The NE Police Department upholds and enforces the rules and regulations of NEMCC, the laws of the State of Mississippi, and the Constitution of the United States of America. Security concerns should be directed to the Chief of Campus Police at 662.720.7576.

Safety

The personal safety of students and staff at Northeast Mississippi Community College is a high priority. It is also a shared responsibility between the students, staff, and administration to notify the police department of all safety concerns.

Please refer to the list below for helpful safety tips:

  1. Students should lock the doors to their rooms at all times.
  2. Students should not prop doors or entrances.
  3. Students should not allow strangers to enter their rooms.
  4. Walk in groups at night.
  5. Report crimes immediately to Campus Law Enforcement.
  6. Students should take steps to secure personal property like bikes, cars, jewelry, etc.
  7. Students should report suspicious individuals to the resident hall staff or campus law enforcement.
  8. Provide insurance coverage for personal belongings.
  9. Report all maintenance needs as soon as possible.
  10. Do not leave valuables in plain view.
  11. Never cover or disconnect a smoke detector.

Procedures for Reporting Crime or Emergencies

Campus crime is a reality, and preventing it is the responsibility of everyone. If you are suspicious of any activity you believe to be criminal, report the crime to Northeast Campus Police Department at 662.720.6687 or 662.554.7233, or in the event of an emergency, simply call 911.

When you call Campus Police or 911, please provide the following information:

  • Your name (optional)
  • Location of incident
  • Description of persons or vehicles involved
  • Nature of incident

If You Are Sexually Assaulted

  • Report the incident to Campus Police immediately
  • The victim should NOT bathe or otherwise change or remove items on the person or area where the assault occurred
  • Resident hall occupants should be notified immediately
  • A counselor will be notified for victim support.

Emergency Evacuation Plans

Emergency evacuation plans are posted in buildings on campus. Each faculty and staff member is aware of the emergency exit plan. Students are to follow the instructions of the faculty and staff in the event an alarm is given. Also, students should be aware of the evacuation procedures in each building. For more information regarding emergency evacuation procedures, contact the Chief of Campus Law Enforcement at 662.720.7576.

Severe Weather Warning

The City of Booneville has a severe weather warning system, which will be activated in the event of a tornado. Please be familiar with the information below as to how to proceed in case of a tornado.

  1. Tornado warning - Siren blast for 3 minutes, 30 seconds of silence, siren blast for an additional 3 minutes.
  2. Once a warning has been sounded (seek shelter immediately) as directed by the college staff. If outside, go to the nearest building or lie down in a ditch or depression. If inside, proceed to the lowest floor of the building, interior room or hallway. Stay away from windows.
  3. Campus Law Enforcement will give the “All Clear” when the threat of a tornado has passed.

Tiger Alert Emergency Notifications

Northeast Mississippi Community College is pleased to announce the use of a state-of-the-art; rapid alert and notification system called Tiger Alert. Tiger Alert will provide students, faculty, and staff members with an advanced rapid communication solution to be used by the College during emergencies.

The Tiger Alert system will be used to notify students, faculty, and staff of weather-related events and other emergencies that may occur on campus. Through the use of Tiger Alert, Northeast will be able to reach all members of our college community, whether on campus or not, within moments of an alert being sent. Tiger Alert will allow Northeast to keep you informed of important decisions and safety procedures in the event of an emergency on campus.

Students should sign up for the Tiger Alert system. Tiger Alert messages will be sent via text messages, cell phone calls, landline calls, and other mechanisms. Additional information may be obtained from the Chief of Campus Law Enforcement.

Lost and Found

145 Frank & Audrey Haney Union
662.720.7576

The lost and found is located in the Campus Law Enforcement Office in Frank & Audrey Haney Union.

Clery Act Reporting

 Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website - https://www.nsopw.gov/

Clery Act information can be found on the website for Campus Police's annual safety report.