Campus Safety and Security
Rockingham Community College is committed to providing a safe educational environment that contributes to student learning and encourages students to progress to their maximum potential.
Campus Security officers are on campus 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year and may be reached directly by calling 336-342-4261, extension 2299. Fourteen emergency call boxes are located across campus. These call boxes are blue poles marked with a blue light at the top of the pole. Surveillance cameras are located throughout campus to enhance security.
Campus Security officers patrol campus buildings, grounds, and parking lots on a regular basis. They wear a casual uniform and are readily identifiable. Upon request they will escort students, employees, and visitors to their vehicles. In addition, the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Department responds to emergencies or investigations when requested by the College. Known and suspected violations of federal and North Carolina laws and other emergencies should be reported to the Director of Campus Security or the Associate Vice President for Facilities and External Affairs.
Students and employees are urged to recognize the need to take steps to protect themselves from becoming victims of a crime. Working together as a campus community is essential with regard to prevention. Park and walk in well-lit areas; avoid walking alone in the dark; lock your vehicle and place valuables in the trunk or out of sight; and report suspicious activity to Campus Security officers.
The annual Campus Safety and Security Report is found on the RCC website.
Campus Safety Services
- Vehicle Jump Start: If your vehicle has a dead battery, call Campus Security at 336-342-4261 ext. 2299. Be prepared to describe your vehicle, including color, make, and license plate number, and also indicate where the vehicle is located on campus.
Before we are permitted to assist you with this service, you will need to sign an Authorization and Hold Harmless Agreement that waives liability to the College for any damage to the vehicle that may result from jump-starting the battery.
- Campus Escort: At any time, feel free to contact Campus Security if you wish to be escorted to your vehicle. Call Campus Security at 342-4261, ext. 2299 (or ext. 2299 from any campus office phone).
Additional Questions/Concerns, Contact the Director of Campus Security, Student Center, 336-342-4261, ext. 2326, or the Associate Vice President for Facilities and External Affairs, 336-342-4261, ext. 2213.
Emergencies
In case of fire, accident or other emergency, call 911 or dial 0 on any office phone. State your name, location and nature of the accident or emergency. You may also call Campus Security, ext. 2299 from any college telephone, or 336-342-4261, ext. 2299, on your personal telephone.
Minor First Aid Services
A first aid and emergency station is located in the Keys Gymnasium. First aid kits are located at the college switchboard, the Welcome Desk in the Whitcomb Student Center, and at administrative assistants’ desks in the various academic buildings.