At the University of Lynchburg, we encourage students, employees, and visitors to promptly and accurately report all crimes and public safety-related incidents to Campus Safety and Security and the relevant police agencies.
To report a crime or any emergency happening on campus, you can reach out to CSS in the following ways:
- Visit the CSS office on the first floor of Hall Campus Center.
- Call 434.544.8102 for non-emergency situations.
- Dial 434.544.5555 if you need emergency assistance.
- Use the LiveSafe app.
For emergencies requiring the Lynchburg Police Department or other city emergency services, please dial 911. However, we recommend contacting CSS first if the emergency is on campus. This allows us to send a campus security officer to the site immediately while city emergency personnel are on their way.
Due to the importance of campus safety, the University of Lynchburg cannot guarantee that crime information will remain confidential. However, if requested or deemed necessary by the University, we will make every effort to protect sensitive details and maintain the anonymity of individuals reporting crimes. Please note that we do not include anonymous crime reports in our annual crime statistics.
Contact Information
We encourage our University community and visitors to report any campus crimes or emergencies swiftly and accurately to CSS, as well as to the appropriate police agencies.
In dealing with crimes or safety concerns, you can also access support and assistance from the following resources:
Emergency Assistance
- On Campus: 434.544.5555 (Campus Safety and Security, located on the first floor of Hall Campus Center)
- Off Campus and at Claytor Nature Center: 911 (Police, fire, and emergency medical services)
Non-Emergency Assistance
- On Campus: 434.544.8102 (Campus Safety and Security, located on the first floor of Hall Campus Center)
- Lynchburg Police Department: 434.847.1602 (for non-emergency calls)
- The Office of Housing and Residence Life: 434.544.8320 (maybe a helpful contact depending on the situation)
Depending on the circumstance, the Office of Residence Life, an Area Coordinator, or a Community Assistant may also be an effective source of help when coping with a crime or other safety concern. If you feel threatened or unsure of what to do, contact Campus Safety & Security. An officer can help you contact other campus resources if needed.
