The Clery Act

The Clery Act

The Clery Act

What is the Clery Act?

Signed into law in 1990, the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose certain timely and annual information about campus crime and security policies. All postsecondary public and private institutions participating in federal student aid programs must adhere to these regulations. The Clery Act was championed by Howard & Connie Clery after their daughter Jeanne was murdered at Lehigh University in 1986.

History of the Jeanne Clery Act

photo portrait of Jeanne Clery
In April 1986, Jeanne Clery's life ended tragically when another student raped and murdered her in her residence hall room. Alarmed at the lack of transparency around crime and violence on college campuses, Jeanne's parents, Connie and Howard, committed themselves to create enduring change.

 

What is UCCS obligated to do?
What is considered a Clery Act crime?
Where can I get a copy of the Annual Security Report and Fire Safety Report (ASRFSR)?
What is a Campus Security Authority (CSA)?