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Safety and Security

Contact Campus Security immediately in the event of an emergency (828) 327-7000.
CVCC Campus Security

The CVCC Safety and Security Office provides protection to faculty, staff, students, and college property. CVCC Security Officers are vested with full law enforcement powers and responsibilities accorded to police officers by the State of North Carolina. The officers are trained at state-approved police academies.

CVCC Security Officers are responsible for a full range of public safety services including investigation and reporting of all crimes committed on campus, responding to medical and fire emergencies, and enforcing state and local laws regarding the use of controlled substances, alcohol, and weapons.

The Safety and Security Office posts crime alerts on this page:

Catawba Valley Community College complies with The Federal Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Regulations [EDGAR Part 86].

Catawba Valley Community College Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act (PDF)

In the event of an emergency requiring evacuation, please calmly proceed to the appointed evacuation point for your building and floor.

CVCC Building Evacuation Points

Building Evacuation Point
Alexander Center For Education “The Rock” North of Building
Alexander Applied Technology Center Backside of North West Parking Lot
Catawba Furniture Academy North East, Gazebo Area
Corporate Development Center Light Pole Nearest to Benco Steel
Cosmetology Mailbox Shelter to the side of Building 3065
Cuyler A. Dunbar – First Level Cuyler A. Dunbar Parking Lot at F1 Call Box
Cuyler A. Dunbar – Second Level Cuyler A. Dunbar Parking Lot at F1 Call Box
Cuyler A. Dunbar – Third Level Parking Lot Left of F1 Call Box
Cuyler A. Dunbar – Fourth Level Parking Lot Left of F1 Call Box
Cuyler A. Dunbar – Fifth Level Cuyler A. Dunbar Parking Lot at F1 Call Box
Dental Hygiene West Tarlton Complex Parking Lot Towards West Wing Parking Lot at B1 Call Box
East Wing / Challenger / President’s Office Northeast Side (front) of Robert E. Paap Building at tall light pole with call box
Engineering Technology Northeast Side (front) of Robert E. Paap Building at tall light pole with call box
Music Building Northeast Side (front) of Robert E. Paap Building at tall light pole with call box
Instructional Administration / Business Offices Northeast Side (front) of Robert E. Paap Building at tall light pole with call box
Maintenance / Turf Grass Gate at Main Entrance, off of Startown Road
Manufacturing Solution Center Conover Station
Robert E. Paap Lower Level Robert E. Paap Parking Lot at F2 Call Box
Robert E. Paap Upper Level Northeast Side (front) of Robert E. Paap Building at tall light pole with call box
Student Center Tarlton Complex Parking Lot towards CAD at D2
Student Services Tarlton Complex Parking Lot towards CAD at D2
Tarlton Complex Tarlton Complex Parking Lot at B2 (South Side of Parking Lot)
Vocational Shops/ Labs (Red Hall) West Tarlton Complex Parking Lot towards West Wing Parking Lot at B1 Call Box
Welding West Tarlton Complex Parking Lot towards West Wing Parking Lot at B1 Call Box
West Wing West Wing Parking Lot at A-1/A-2 Call Box
Workforce Solutions Center Near Pedestrian Bridge

The Emergency Guidebook outlines procedures for campus safety and security issues.

Access the Emergency Guidebook

Emergency Operations Plan covers emergency management activities in the event of a disaster or emergency.

Access the Emergency Operations Plan

CVCC Red Hawk Alert provides immediate notification for campus emergencies and inclement weather alerts.

Safety and Security: S.E.L.F. Active Shooter Response Training

Personal Safety

  • Follow the buddy system when possible.
  • Trust your instincts – Call out someone’s name if you are scared.
  • Do not carry large amounts of money.
  • Avoid wearing baggy clothing when working around machinery.
  • Enroll in safety classes.
  • Turn on your emergency flashers, drive to a well-lit area, and wait for the officer’s siren, if you have doubts when being stopped by law enforcement.
  • Change directions and go towards bright lights and other people, if you think you are being followed.
  • Walk with confidence, avoid giving the impression that you would be an easy victim.
  • Keep a safe distance from strangers.
  • Plan ahead – know what you would do if attacked.

Vehicle Safety

  • Lock your valuables in your trunk prior to arriving at your destination.
  • Hide or always carry an extra key to your vehicle.
  • Keep a half-tank of gas at all times.
  • Know your vehicle license plate number and register your vehicle on campus.
  • Make sure you lock your doors when you get in your vehicle and when you exit your vehicle.
  • Keep a spare tire and check the air in it.
  • Keep the following items in your vehicle:
    • first aid kit,
    • blanket,
    • one-day supply of snack food,
    • cell phone,
    • jumper cables
    • empty gas can,
    • flashlight,
    • battery-operated radio,
    • fire extinguisher,
    • water, and
    • extra oil

Safety on Campus

  • Contact the Campus Safety and Security Office to request someone to walk out with you after dark.
  • Notify Security if you see or hear anything suspicious.
  • Inform your parent(s)/spouse of your class schedule.
  • Avoid leaving books, book-bags, or purses unattended.
  • Notify Security if your vehicle will be left overnight on campus.
  • Look underneath and inside your vehicle before getting in.
  • Be familiar with the campus and buildings.
  • Walk between buildings in groups, when possible.
  • Stay alert.

Catawba Valley Community College (CVCC) is committed to providing information to students, faculty and staff about relationship violence, sexual assault, and related issues. This training course will provide you with the information you may need if you are sexually assaulted or you witness such an assault.

Access the Sexual Assault Training Course