Crime Alerts

Aggravated Harassment- Bias Related Graffiti Incident

April 11, 2023

In compliance with the provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, SUNY Cortland is giving notice of an aggravated harassment- bias related graffiti incident that occurred on campus.

Reported Offense:  A campus community member reported finding racist and antisemitic graffiti, including the "n-word" and a swastika etched into a wall in a restroom located in Old Main. The graffiti was found on April 11, 2023.

Perpetrator(s): The perpetrator(s) are unknown at this time.

It is the institution's responsibility to make the campus community aware that the incident took place. The incident was reported to the Institutional Equity and Inclusion Office and the University Police.

Please know Cortland is committed to maintaining an environment where students, faculty, staff and all members of our community can safely pursue their dreams. 

Several campus resources are available if you do not feel safe, need to report information or just need to talk. They include:

University Police Department: 911 (emergency) or 607-753-2111 (non-emergency).  
Bias Incident Reporting system offers an online form through which incidents can be reported with the option of anonymity.
Institutional Equity and Inclusion Office: 607-753-2263.
Multicultural Life and Diversity Office: 607-753-2336.
Counseling Center: 607-753-4728.

SUNY Cortland is proud of its diverse community and its ongoing efforts to nurture an inclusive campus climate. On behalf of the university, we want to remind you there is no place for actions of bias, racism or hate at SUNY Cortland. These behaviors will not be tolerated. The university remains steadfast in its support of people from all faiths, races and backgrounds. 

Campus Forcible Touching Incident

September 05, 2023

In compliance with the provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, SUNY Cortland is giving notice of a forcible touching incident that occurred on campus.

Reported Offense:  A campus community member reported a forcible touching incident that occurred on September 04, 2023. The incident took place in a residence hall on campus. 

Perpetrator(s): The perpetrator was known to the reporting individual prior to the incident.

It is the institution's responsibility to make the campus community aware that the incident took place. The incident was reported to the Title IX Office.

Remember, sexual assault is never the fault of the victim. While nothing is failsafe, here are some suggestions everyone may want to consider:

• Make sure you have consent. Consent is a clear and freely given yes, not the absence of a no.
• People who are incapacitated by alcohol or drugs cannot give consent.
• Be active in supporting a safe and respectful community. If you see others engaging in disrespectful or inappropriate actions, speak up and get involved or contact someone else to assist.

If you have been sexually assaulted, there are resources available to help you. Please visit our Reporting Options page and our Title IX Resource page  for more information.

Campus Rape Incident

September 06, 2023

In compliance with the provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, SUNY Cortland is giving notice of a rape incident that occurred on campus.

Reported Offense:  SUNY Cortland received an anonymous report of a rape incident that occurred on August 29, 2023. The incident took place in a residence hall on campus. 

Perpetrator(s): The perpetrator was known to the reporting individual prior to the incident.

It is the institution's responsibility to make the campus community aware that the incident took place. The incident was reported to the Title IX Office.

Remember, sexual assault is never the fault of the victim. While nothing is failsafe, here are some suggestions everyone may want to consider:

• Make sure you have consent. Consent is a clear and freely given yes, not the absence of a no.
• People who are incapacitated by alcohol or drugs cannot give consent.
• Be active in supporting a safe and respectful community. If you see others engaging in disrespectful or inappropriate actions, speak up and get involved or contact someone else to assist.

If you have been sexually assaulted, there are resources available to help you. Please visit our Reporting Options page and our Title IX Resource page  for more information.

Campus Rape Incidents

September 07, 2023

In compliance with the provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, SUNY Cortland is giving notice of two rape incidents that occurred on campus.

Reported Offense:  A campus community member reported a rape incident that occurred on September 01, 2023, and another campus community member reported a rape incident that occurred on September 03, 2023. Both incidents took place in a residence hall on campus. 

Perpetrator(s): The perpetrator(s) were known to the reporting individuals prior to the incident.

It is the institution's responsibility to make the campus community aware that the incidents took place. The incidents were reported to the Title IX Office and the University Police Department.

Remember, sexual assault is never the fault of the victim. While nothing is failsafe, here are some suggestions everyone may want to consider:

• Make sure you have consent. Consent is a clear and freely given yes, not the absence of a no.
• People who are incapacitated by alcohol or drugs cannot give consent.
• Be active in supporting a safe and respectful community. If you see others engaging in disrespectful or inappropriate actions, speak up and get involved or contact someone else to assist.

If you have been sexually assaulted, there are resources available to help you. Please visit our Reporting Options page and our Title IX Resource page for more information.

Campus Rape Incident

September 13, 2023

In compliance with the provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, SUNY Cortland is giving notice of a rape incident that occurred on campus.

Reported Offense:  A campus community member reported a rape incident that occurred on September 10, 2023. The incident took place in a residence hall on campus. 

Perpetrator(s): The perpetrator was known to the reporting individual prior to the incident.

It is the institution's responsibility to make the campus community aware that the incident took place. The incident was reported to the Title IX Office.

Remember, sexual assault is never the fault of the victim. While nothing is failsafe, here are some suggestions everyone may want to consider:

• Make sure you have consent. Consent is a clear and freely given yes, not the absence of a no.
• People who are incapacitated by alcohol or drugs cannot give consent.
• Be active in supporting a safe and respectful community. If you see others engaging in disrespectful or inappropriate actions, speak up and get involved or contact someone else to assist.

If you have been sexually assaulted, there are resources available to help you. Please visit our Reporting Options page and our Title IX Resource page  for more information.

Campus Forcible Touching Incident

October 05, 2023

In compliance with the provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, SUNY Cortland is giving notice of a forcible touching incident that occurred on campus.

Reported Offense:  A campus community member reported a forcible touching incident that occurred on September 27, 2023. The incident took place in a residence hall on campus. 

Perpetrator(s): The perpetrator was known to the reporting individual prior to the incident.

It is the institution's responsibility to make the campus community aware that the incident took place. The incident was reported to the Title IX Office.

Remember, sexual assault is never the fault of the victim. While nothing is failsafe, here are some suggestions everyone may want to consider:

• Make sure you have consent. Consent is a clear and freely given yes, not the absence of a no.
• People who are incapacitated by alcohol or drugs cannot give consent.
• Be active in supporting a safe and respectful community. If you see others engaging in disrespectful or inappropriate actions, speak up and get involved or contact someone else to assist.

If you have been sexually assaulted, there are resources available to help you. Please visit our Reporting Options page and our Title IX Resource page  for more information.

Campus Rape Incident

November 16, 2023

In compliance with the provisions of the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, SUNY Cortland is giving notice of a rape incident that occurred on campus.

Reported Offense:  SUNY Cortland received a report of a rape incident that occurred on November 12, 2023. The incident took place in a residence hall on campus. 

Perpetrator(s): The perpetrator was known to the reporting individual prior to the incident.

It is the institution's responsibility to make the campus community aware that the incident took place. The incident was reported to the University Police Department.

Remember, sexual assault is never the fault of the victim. While nothing is failsafe, here are some suggestions everyone may want to consider:

• Make sure you have consent. Consent is a clear and freely given yes, not the absence of a no.
• People who are incapacitated by alcohol or drugs cannot give consent.
• Be active in supporting a safe and respectful community. If you see others engaging in disrespectful or inappropriate actions, speak up and get involved or contact someone else to assist.

If you have been sexually assaulted, there are resources available to help you. Please visit our Reporting Options page and our Title IX Resource page  for more information.