every card is recorded. Employees may have access when necessary, with certain restrictions. Residence halls are locked 24 hours a day.
Physical Plant maintenance employees have key access to all campus facilities for the purpose of addressing maintenance issues. Communication is maintained between maintenance employees and the University Police by email and telephone and all issues of building safety and security are regularly exchanged between the departments.
Security Awareness, Crime Prevention and Safety Programs
Promoting Safety and Security
Kentucky State University prohibits the crimes of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking, as those terms are defined for purposes of the Clery Act. Accordingly, Kentucky State University provides the following crime prevention and security awareness programs and projects to the University community.
Emergency Telephones: Phones are available for use across campus in the case of an emergency. Anyone concerned about his or her personal safety or any other potentially hazardous situation can simply press the button to automatically connect to University Police.
New Student Orientation: At the beginning of each semester during orientation, information is provided regarding the campus community, including personal security, how the University Police works, and services that are available to the campus regarding personal safety and security.
New Employee Orientation: All new hires are provided information on the campus community, including safety and security resources, information on the University Police, and reporting obligations.
24 Hour escort: An officer from University Police is available for your safety needs 24 hours a day, 7 days a week by simply utilizing an emergency phone or dialing (502) 597-6878.
Internal Website: Has access to all of the information contained in the crime log.
Alcohol Policy
Kentucky State University provides a variety of alcohol and drug-free social and recreational opportunities. We also provide services and resources for community members who experience difficulties related to alcohol and drug use. The University provides informative prevention programs throughout the year, including a variety of workshops and lectures on alcohol and drug-related issues, to