Emergencies on Campus

What to do when an emergency occurs on campus.

For any police, fire or medical emergency, call the Department of Public Safety immediately. The dispatcher who answers your call is trained in handling emergencies.

  • Give your location
  • Describe the nature of the emergency
  • Be prepared to respond to the dispatcher's questions or instructions

In response to your call, the dispatcher will send Public Safety personnel, fire or emergency medical teams to your location immediately.

For routine information and assistance call 843.953.5609.

Emergency Callboxes

Security on the College campus has been enhanced through the installation of emergency callboxes. The boxes, red or orange in color, are for direct emergency contact with Campus Police.  However, the boxes may be used for routine assistance such as a flat tire, keys locked in car, etc.

To activate the callbox, push in the call button and release.  An automated emergency alert is directed to the Public Safety dispatcher indicating the exact location of the box.  Public Safety officers will be sent to that location immediately. 

You will be able to communicate verbally with the Public Safety dispatcher.  On many callboxes, the dispatcher will have a live video feed of you at the callbox.

Any questions regarding the emergency callboxes should be directed to Public Safety at 843.953.5609.

Crime Action Line

Any crime against an individual or property affects the entire community.  The watchful eyes and ears of concerned community members who report suspicious behavior, safety hazards, and violations of good citizenship allow a law enforcement agency to take a proactive rather than reactive approach to ensuring the safety and well-being of the community they serve.  The Crime Action Line is available to report anonymously any information critical to the safety and security of the College and Charleston community.

To access the Crime Action Line, dial 843.953.4998 and leave a message.  This phone is not to be used in an emergency as it is only recorded and is never answered.  If you have an emergency call 911.