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Georgia Southwestern State University has a commitment to the security and safety of our students, employees and visitors. To that end, GSW has policies in place that cover a variety of topics, including Alcohol and Other Drugs, Weapons on University Property, Freedom of Expression and Assembly, and Missing Student Policy. These policies and others can be found at https://www.gsw.edu/student-handbook/.
Students, faculty, staff, and administrators are entitled to an educational and working environment free of discriminatory harassment on the bases of sex and gender. Georgia Southwestern State University (GSW) is committed to ensuring a safe learning and working environment for all members of the GSW community in accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (“Title IX”). GSW does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of sex in any of its education programs or activities or in employment. More information about Title IX can be found at https://www.gsw.edu/human-resources/titleIXcompliance.
The Counseling Center educates students for life by providing a variety of services and programs that are consistent and consonant with the strategic plan goals of the Institution and the Division of Student Engagement and Success. Services include short-term individual counseling, group counseling, testing and assessment, crisis intervention, referral services, as well as outreach programming, and consultation for faculty and staff, family and friends of Georgia Southwestern State University students. More information about Counseling Services can be found at https://www.gsw.edu/health-counseling/counseling-services.
GSW’s Personnel Policies and Procedures Manual is a written statement that reflects the university’s mission, values, standards and objectives relating to various employee activities and employment-related matters. This manual is prepared for the convenience of Georgia Southwestern employees and is not to be construed as an official publication of the Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia. In case of any divergence from or conflict with the Bylaws or Policies of the Board of Regents, the official Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents shall prevail. To view GSW’s personnel polices and procedures, visit https://www.gsw.edu/human-resources/personnel-policies/.
At GSW the safety and well-being of our students, faculty, staff, and visitors are always our priority. Please download our incident specific Emergency Weather Procedures below or our Emergency Procedures Quick Reference Guide for a complete list.
With the support of other university departments, the Office of Public Safety has hundreds of people involved in keeping this campus safe and secure. However, a truly safe campus can only be achieved through the cooperation of all students, faculty, and staff.
To ensure the fastest response to your emergency, dial 2245 from any campus phone or 229-931-2245 from a cellular phone. The emergency call will be directly answered by the GSW Office of Public Safety dispatcher. If you dial 911 from a cellular phone, the emergency call will be directed to the Middle Flint Regional E911 Communications Center in Ellaville, Ga.
Office of Public Safety
Nicholas Smarr and Jody Smith Memorial Building
229-931-2245 phone
229-931-2711 fax
public.safety@gsw.edu
Sunday - Saturday: 24/7
StaffCertain incidents may require that occupants of a building shelter-in-place for protective actions. Examples of these are tornado warnings, active shooter and certain hazardous materials incidents. Public Safety Officials will advise occupants when these types of actions are appropriate.
In the event of a campus-wide evacuation, information/commands will be given via loudspeaker by Public Safety personnel. Notifications will also be given via Connect-Ed, social media, and the GSW website. All persons in need of assistance or transportation are advised to go one of two rally points: to Public Safety located in the Nicholas Smarr and Jody Smith Memorial Building or to Southwestern Pines dormitory. Attempts will be made to secure a transportation source as needed.