There is a long-standing effort on campus to develop and maintain emergency response plans and to integrate those with larger county, regional, and statewide plans. In an emergency, Vassar is prepared to house and care for students and emergency personnel. If evacuation is indicated, we will be guided by regional authorities.
Emergency information will be communicated via the college website and broadcast emails, as well as through the Security Department’s Campus Response Center x7333, and emergency telephone extensions at x7755 and x7756. People with concerns at any time should contact the Office of College Relations at x7400, from off-campus (845) 437-7400.
An important element of emergency preparedness is the need for individual vigilance and responsibility. Students, faculty, and staff should follow standard security advice: carry ID cards, maintain residence hall security, and report suspicious or unusual behavior to the Security Department’s Campus Response Center at x7333.