Crime Alerts
Crime Alert Bulletin 2021-01
Campus Rape Incidents
September 10, 2021
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 August 28, 2021, and another campus community member reported a rape incident that occurred on September 01, 2021. Both incidents took place in a residence hall on campus.
Suspect(s): The suspect(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 incident took place. The incidents were 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.
Crime Alert Bulletin 2020-05
Campus Forcible Touching Incident
October 25, 2020
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.
Reported Offense: A campus community member reported a forcible touching incident that occurred on October 17, 2020. The incident occurred in a residence hall on campus.
Suspect(s): The suspect was known to the victim 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.
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.
Crime Alert Bulletin 2020-04
Campus Rape Incident
September 30, 2020
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 27, 2020. The incident took place in a residence hall on campus.
Suspect(s): The suspect was known to the victim 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.
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.
- Practice being assertive about your boundaries and trust your instincts. If you feel uneasy or sense something is wrong, call for assistance.
- 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.