The primary goal of Campus Safety & Security is the protection of life and property and, secondly, to maintain peace and good order on the campus.

Certified Assistance 24/7

Helpful, experienced Campus Security Officers are on duty at all times to assist you. All officers are certified and licensed by the State Department of Consumer Affairs. They have arrest powers similar to that of any person making a "citizen's arrest." However, they strive to promote an atmosphere which encourages enforcement of University policies to be viewed as educational opportunities, instead of punitive action.

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Emergency Information

There are several ways for California Lutheran University students, faculty and staff to obtain information in case of an emergency:

  • Emergency Notification System alerts — Students, faculty and staff can sign up in advance to receive information by phone, text message and/or email. Within minutes of an emergency, messages will be sent out to everyone who has registered.

    To sign up, log into the MyCLU portal at http://www.callutheran.edu/myclu and click on the CLU Alert tab. Verify existing information and enter your additional contact information in the spaces provided.
  • CLU Web site — Go to https://www.callutheran.edu
  • 1-866-258-1810 — Call to hear a recorded message
  • KCLU — Tune in to 88.3 FM for news coverage of the emergency

What We Do

The primary goal of Campus Security is the protection of life and property and, secondly, to maintain peace and good order on the campus. These goals are accomplished by performing duties including, but not limited to the following:

  • High visibility vehicle and foot patrol. (Please note that Officers frequently drive well below the speed limit, which allows them to observe more than at higher speeds).
  • Immediate response to emergency calls and reasonably prompt response to other calls.
  • Checking buildings, doors and windows, and monitoring alarms.
  • Remaining alert for safety hazards and the relative potential for fire, flooding, earthquake, etc., and taking appropriate action as necessary.
  • Observing and reporting suspicious persons and circumstances to local police.
  • Enforcing University parking and traffic regulations.
  • Providing late-night escort service on an "as available" basis, which will not interfere with other duties which must have priority.
  • Maintaining a Ride-along program, which provides interested students with the opportunity to go on patrol with an Officer, thereby promoting mutual understanding.