On August 21, 2023, an unidentified female student reported to Project Safe that she was sexually assaulted in an on-campus residence hall during the late evening or early morning hours of August 19, 2023, or August 20, 2023, by an unidentified male student.  The female student reported that she attended an off-campus party where she had consumed alcohol and met the male student.  She reported blacking out at the party and waking up to him assaulting her in a residence hall bathroom.  

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Make a plan for your night out, including your journey there and back.
• Try to go with friends and leave with friends.
• When safe to do so, bystanders may intervene in a situation by directly addressing those involved.
• Bystanders who do not feel safe intervening directly should ask someone else to help.
• Bystanders may also try to distract the parties involved to try to create an opportunity to help.

Bystander intervention training is available through Project Safe. Additionally, VUPS and Project Safe offer a variety of educational and program opportunities including safety planning and self-defense training.

Vanderbilt community members are encouraged to download the VandySafe app to:

• Contact VUPD via phone call or real-time chat.
• Trigger a mobile Bluelight that shares your location instantly with VUPD.
• Initiate a "Virtual Walkhome" where VUPD can monitor your walk home, to the car, or to the office.
• Submit iReports and crime tips.
• View information about VandyRide.
• Access support resources.
• View emergency guides.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

VUPS is issuing this Security Notice to update the Vanderbilt community on additional details regarding the incident that initiated the AlertVU notification on Saturday, June 24, 2023. Upon further investigation, it was determined that the following had occurred:

On June 24, 2023, at 10:47 p.m., a female student reported to VUPD that she was assaulted while walking on the east side of Featheringill, near Stevenson Center.  She noticed a male walking behind her and as she began to walk faster and then run, the male ran after her, tackled her, and began to choke her while stating “Do you want me to rape you?”.  The student fought him off by hitting him in the genital area a few times and running away and immediately reported the incident to VUPS.

This is an active police investigation. 

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Scan the area before you exit or approach your vehicle/or building while you proceed between locations.
• Have your key ready in hand to quickly access the door of your vehicle/building.
• Avoid isolated or dark areas.
• Watch out for each other. If you see someone who looks like they do not belong in the building or area, notify VUPD.
• Know the location of emergency phones.
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD.
• Download the VandySafe app to:
  • Contact VUPD via phone call or real-time chat.
  • Trigger a mobile Bluelight that shares your location instantly with VUPD.
  • Initiate a "Virtual Walkhome" where VUPD can monitor your walk home, to the car, or to the office.
  • Submit iReports and crime tips.
  • View information about VandyRide.
  • Access support resources.
  • View emergency guides.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-9111 or non-emergency (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE (7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004.

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

Vanderbilt University Police Department is investigating suspicious activity involving an individual applying opaque colored tape to the lenses of campus security cameras to obstruct their intended field of view.  Cameras located at the Kappa Delta house, Kappa Alpha house, the National Panhellenic Council house (NPHC), Euclid, and Delphi were impacted. 

The camera lenses have been restored and are functioning properly, and VUPD has checked the buildings and surrounding areas. Police are closely monitoring the area.

The individual depicted below is a person of interest in this matter.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community of the following:

• Know the location of emergency phones
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD
• Call VUPD to request walking escorts to your destination on campus
• Download the VandySafe app to:
  • Contact VUPD via phone call or real-time chat
  • Activate a mobile Bluelight that shares your location instantly with VUPD
  • Initiate a "Virtual Walk home" where VUPD can monitor your walk home, to the car, or the office
  • Submit iReports and crime tips
  • Access support resources
  • View emergency guides

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-9111 or non-emergency (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE (7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004.

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

Former VU student Dominic Lambert has been charged in an ongoing stalking investigation by Metro Nashville Police Department for repeatedly violating a restraining order. He has been released on bond and is believed to still be in the Nashville area. Mr. Lambert has been issued a directive to not be on Vanderbilt's campus.  Should you observe him on campus contact VUPS immediately at 615-421-1911.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Watch out for each other. If you see someone who looks like they do not belong in the building or area, notify VUPD
• Know the location of emergency phones
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD
• Download the VandySafe app to:
  • Contact VUPD via phone call or real-time chat
  • Trigger a mobile Bluelight that shares your location instantly with VUPD
  • Initiate a "Virtual Walkhome" where VUPD can monitor your walk home, to the car, or the office
  • Submit iReports and crime tips
  • View information about VandyRide 
  • Access support resources
  • View emergency guides

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

On Monday, October 17, 2022, a female student reported to VUPD that she was sexually assaulted by an unaffiliated male guest in a residence hall on Sunday, October 16, 2022.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• When meeting in person for the first time, meet in a well-lit and public area
• Avoid isolated or dark areas
• Watch out for each other
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD
• Download the VandySafe app to:
  • Contact VUPD via phone call or real-time chat
  • Trigger a mobile Bluelight that shares your location instantly with VUPD
  • Initiate a "Virtual Walkhome" where VUPD can monitor your walk home, to the car, or the office
  • Submit iReports and crime tips
  • View information about VandyRide
  • Access support resources
  • View emergency guides

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Monday, October 17, 2022, at 6:38 AM, VUPD received a report that a vehicle was missing from Lot 24 located at 1410 25th Avenue South. Video surveillance revealed that at 2:45 AM a male subject exited a white Nissan Altima with black rims and was seen pulling on door handles of parked vehicles to see if any were unlocked.  The male subject then returned to his vehicle and left Lot 24.  At 3:25 AM, the white Nissan Altima returned to Lot 24 and the male subject was seen getting in an unlocked 2020 black Nissan Altima and driving off turning right onto 25th Avenue and heading towards Blakemore Avenue. 

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Always remove your keys and lock your vehicle doors.
• Do not leave your identification, keys, wallet, money, cell phone, or other valuables in open view.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Tuesday, September 20, 2022, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student reported she had experienced a drug-facilitated sexual assault by a male student during the evening hours of Friday, September 16, 2022, in on-campus housing.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

• Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.

• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.

• The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.

• A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not capable of giving valid consent.

• Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Thursday, August 18, 2022, at 4:56 AM, Vanderbilt Police was notified and responded to an assault report in the 2525 Garage.  At approximately 4:12 AM, a Sun State security guard at the 2525 building was conducting rounds of the garage and noticed a parked vehicle in the corner.  The vehicle started and then pulled up beside the guard with the passenger window rolled down.  The driver asked, “Do you need anything?”  As the guard told the driver they needed to leave the garage; he noticed the driver displaying a gun, but no verbal threats were made.  The driver then drove out of the garage at approximately 4:14 AM. 

VUPD is investigating the incident.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Scan the area before you exit or approach your vehicle/or building while you proceed between locations
• Have your key ready in hand to quickly access the door of your vehicle/building
• Avoid isolated or dark areas
• Watch out for each other. If you see someone who looks like they do not belong in the building or area, notify VUPD
• Know the location of emergency phones
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD
• Download the VandySafe app to:
  • Contact VUPD via phone call or real-time chat
  • Trigger a mobile Bluelight that shares your location instantly with VUPD
  • Initiate a "Virtual Walkhome" where VUPD can monitor your walk home, to the car, or the office
  • Submit iReports and crime tips
  • View information about  VandyRide
  • Access support resources
  • View emergency guides

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

On the evening of Wednesday, April 27, 2022, a female student reported to VUPD that she was grabbed on the buttocks by an unknown male while walking in the parking lot in front of the Vanderbilt School of Law. The suspect was last seen leaving the campus in the area of 21st Ave and West End.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Sexual assault is a crime
• Scan the area before you exit or approach your vehicle/or building while you proceed between locations
• Have your key ready in hand to quickly access the door of your vehicle/building
• Avoid isolated or dark areas
• Watch out for each other. If you see someone who looks like they do not belong in the building or area, notify VUPD
• Know the location of emergency phones
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD
• Download the VandySafe app to:
  • Contact VUPD via phone call or real-time chat
  • Trigger a mobile Bluelight that shares your location instantly with VUPD
  • Initiate a "Virtual Walkhome" where VUPD can monitor your walk home, to the car, or the office
  • Submit iReports and crime tips
  • View information about  VandyRide  
  • Access support resources
  • View emergency guide

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.
The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).
The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 
The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

On the evening of Wednesday, April 27, 2022, a female student reported to VUPD that she was grabbed on the buttocks by an unknown male while walking in the parking lot in front of the Vanderbilt School of Law. The suspect was last seen leaving the campus in the area of 21st Ave and West End.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Sexual assault is a crime
• Scan the area before you exit or approach your vehicle/or building while you proceed between locations
• Have your key ready in hand to quickly access the door of your vehicle/building
• Avoid isolated or dark areas
• Watch out for each other. If you see someone who looks like they do not belong in the building or area, notify VUPD
• Know the location of emergency phones
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD
• Download the VandySafe app to:
  • Contact VUPD via phone call or real-time chat
  • Trigger a mobile Bluelight that shares your location instantly with VUPD
  • Initiate a "Virtual Walkhome" where VUPD can monitor your walk home, to the car, or the office
  • Submit iReports and crime tips
  • View information about VandyRide 
  • Access support resources
  • View emergency guide

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.
The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).
The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 
The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

The juvenile who escaped from the custody of the TN Department of Children’s Services at Vanderbilt Children’s Hospital on the evening of April 11, 2022, was found in Cartersville, GA this morning and is currently in the custody of the Fulton County Sheriff’s Office.

Please remember to always be vigilant and utilize our campus safety resources such as VandyRide and walking escorts. Vanderbilt community members are encouraged to download the VandySafe app.”

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

CORRECTION:

On April 11, 2022, at 9:27 PM, Metropolitan Nashville Police Department informed Vanderbilt University Police that a juvenile escaped the custody of the TN Department of Children's Services while being transported to the Vanderbilt Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital from a juvenile detention center. Upon arrival at the Children’s Hospital, a black Chevrolet Avalanche pulled up near the ambulance bay, and the juvenile communicated to the driver of the Avalanche to show EMS personnel a firearm. The juvenile was able to escape to the Chevrolet Avalanche and he was last seen traveling in the direction of 21st Avenue South.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Avoid isolated or dark areas.
• If a stranger does approach, maintain a distance and be observant; if they are in a vehicle, get the license plate number.
• Stay alert  - If you feel uneasy, leave the area. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD. Be prepared to describe the person as best as you can.

Resources and Assistance for Student, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE (7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004.

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571. 

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

This notice is to provide an update to the Vanderbilt community regarding the Security Notice issued on Wednesday, March 16, 2022, and the AlertVU that was sent earlier this evening. 

VUPD has received three additional reports tonight where community members were grabbed or slapped on the buttocks. VUPD has been able to verify that the suspect in each of the incidents over both nights is the individual in the photo below. The suspect was last seen this evening at 8:52 PM on 21st Ave South near Dunkin Donuts wearing a maroon long-sleeved shirt, baseball cap, black and white checkered shoes, and dark-colored backpack.

VUPD is actively searching and patrolling the campus to locate and apprehend the suspect.  DO NOT approach the suspect if you see him. Please immediately dial 911 or contact VUPD at 615-421-1911. 

This is a reminder that sexual assault is a crime. 

To reduce your risk of becoming a victim of a crime, VU community members are reminded to:

• Scan the area before you exit or approach your vehicle/or building while you proceed between locations
• Have your key ready in hand to quickly access the door of your vehicle/building
• Avoid isolated or dark areas
• Watch out for each other. If you see someone who looks like they do not belong in the building or area, notify VUPD
• Know the location of emergency phones
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD
• Download the VandySafe app to:
  • Contact VUPD via phone call or real-time chat
  • Trigger a mobile Bluelight that shares your location instantly with VUPD
  • Initiate a "Virtual Walkhome" where VUPD can monitor your walk home, to the car, or the office
  • Submit iReports and crime tips
  • View information about VandyRide
  • Access support resources
  • View emergency guides

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Monday, January 31, 2022, VUPD was notified by a Campus Security Authority of three separate incidents in which female students reported they were groped by an unknown male in the area between and around 25th Avenue Garage/Highland Quad/Mayfield/West Garage.  In each incident, the female did not report any physical injuries.  All three reports were submitted anonymously to the Campus Security Authority.  While no victim has come forward, VUPD is actively looking into these reports, as well as providing additional patrols in the area.

 This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Sexual assault is a crime
• Scan the area before you exit or approach your vehicle/or building while you proceed between locations
• Have your key ready in hand to quickly access the door of your vehicle/building
• Avoid isolated or dark areas
• Watch out for each other. If you see someone who looks like they do not belong in the building or area, notify VUPD
• Know the location of emergency phones
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD
• Download the VandySafe app to:
  • Contact VUPD via phone call or real-time chat
  • Trigger a mobile Bluelight that shares your location instantly with VUPD
  • Initiate a "Virtual Walkhome" where VUPD can monitor your walk home, to the car, or the office
  • Submit iReports and crime tips
  • View information about VandyRide 
  • Access support resources
  • View emergency guides

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Thursday, November 11, 2021, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was sexually assaulted by a male acquaintance in a residence hall on Friday, November 5, 2021.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

• Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.
• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.
• The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.
• A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not capable of giving valid consent.
• Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

On Wednesday, December 8, 2021, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was sexually assaulted by a male student in a residence hall on Monday, December 6, 2021.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

• Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.
• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.
• The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.
• A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not  capable of giving valid consent.
• Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

On Tuesday, November 2, 2021, at 6:40pm VUPD received a report that a vehicle was missing from Lot 77 on 18th Avenue South. Video surveillance revealed that at 5:35pm three males entered the parking lot from the alley on the east side of the lot. The males were seen pulling on several vehicle door handles until they were able to gain access to what appears to be an unlocked vehicle. The video shows the three males driving away in the stolen vehicle.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Always remove your keys and lock your vehicle doors.
• Do not leave your identification, keys, wallet, money, cell phone, or other valuables in open view.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Monday, November 1, 2021, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was sexually assaulted by a male student in a residence hall during the early morning hours of Sunday, October 31, 2021.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

• Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.
• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.
• The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.
• A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not  capable of giving valid consent.
• Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Saturday morning, October 23, 2021, VUPD was notified by VUMC personnel that a VU student checked into the Emergency Department and reported she was sexually assaulted during the night in her campus residence hall room.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

• Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.
• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.
• The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.
• A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not capable of giving valid consent.
• Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Monday, September 20, 2021, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was recently sexually assaulted by a male student in a campus residence hall.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

• Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.
• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.
• The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.
• A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not capable of giving valid consent.
• Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

On Saturday, September 11, 2021, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was sexually assaulted by a male student during the early hours of Saturday, September 11, 2021 in a campus residence hall.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

• Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.
• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.
• The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.
• A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not capable of giving valid consent.
• Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Saturday, September 11, 2021, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was sexually assaulted by a male student this morning in a residence hall.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

• Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.
• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.
• The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.
•  A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not capable of giving valid consent.
• Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Thursday, September, 9, 2021, a Campus Security Authority reported the following two separate incidents to VUPD that are not believed to be related.

A male student reported that they were sexually assaulted by another male student on September 8, 2021, in a residence hall. Additionally, VUPD received another report where a male student reported that they were sexually assaulted by another male student on August 28, 2021, in a residence hall.

 This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

• Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.
• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.
• The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.
• A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not capable of giving valid consent.
• Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

On Saturday, August 28, 2021, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was sexually assaulted by a male student during the evening hours of Friday, August 27, 2021, in a residence hall.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

• Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.
• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.
• The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.
• A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not  capable of giving valid consent.
• Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Student, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE (7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004.

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571. 

VUPD has received a report from MNPD of a sexual assault of a non-affiliated female victim that occurred on Thursday, May 20, 2021 at approximately 9pm. The victim was entering her vehicle parked near Terrace Place and the Baker Building when approached by the suspect with a pocketknife.  The suspect sexually assaulted the victim in her vehicle and then fled the area in a silver 4-door sedan towards downtown Nashville.

This is an active and ongoing MNPD investigation.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Scan the area before you exit or approach your vehicle/or building and while you proceed between sites.
• Have your key ready in hand to quickly access the door of your vehicle/building.
• Stay alert and trust your instincts – If you feel uneasy, leave. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
• If a stranger does approach, maintain a distance and be observant; if they are in a vehicle, get the license plate number.
• Stay alert  - If you feel uneasy, leave the area. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD. Be prepared to describe the person as best as you can.

Resources and Assistance for Student, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE (7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004.

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571. 

Vanderbilt University Police Department received a report of possible gun shots at the Holiday Inn on West End Ave at approximately 1:34 PM. VUPD personnel arrived at 1:36 PM along with Metro Police and Metro Fire Department.

On arrival, there was no immediate indication of any crime having occurred, nor any victim. However, the Vanderbilt University Police Department continued to investigate. At 2:30 PM through review of video surveillance, VUPD observed a confrontation between individuals in two vehicles. This information, along with several reports of possible gun shots initiated the dissemination of an AlertVU to the University and Medical Center.

The two vehicles in question, a silver Dodge Charger and a silver Buick, were observed on video fleeing the campus area.

  *****This is an active and ongoing investigation, however, there is no ongoing threat to the Vanderbilt Community.*****

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Scan the area before you exit or approach your vehicle/or building and while you proceed between sites.
• Have your key ready in hand to quickly access the door of your vehicle/building.
• Stay alert and trust your instincts – If you feel uneasy, leave. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
• If a stranger does approach, maintain a distance and be observant; if they are in a vehicle, get the license plate number.
• Stay alert  - If you feel uneasy, leave the area. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD. Be prepared to describe the person as best as you can.

Resources and Assistance for Student, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE (7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004.

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571. 

On Thursday, May 6, 2021 at 5:58 pm, MNPD responded to a shooting in close proximity to campus, involving a victim not affiliated with Vanderbilt. The shooting occurred behind McDonalds in the Centennial Park area.  It was reported that the suspect fled the area in an unknown direction driving a gray Dodge Caravan. The victim was transported to the hospital with life-threatening injuries. 

  *****This is an active and ongoing investigation.*****

 This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Stay alert and trust your instincts – If you feel uneasy, leave. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
• Avoid isolated or dark areas.
• If strangers approach, maintain a distance and be observant; if they are in a vehicle, get the license plate number.
• Walk with a group of people, not alone.
• Lock doors and windows of your room/building.
• Don't prop open doors or allow strangers to “piggyback” into the residence hall doors.
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD. Be prepared to describe the person as best you can.
• Watch out for each other. If you see someone who looks like they do not belong in the building or area, notify VUPD.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE (7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004.

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571. 

On Sunday, April 4, 2021, VUPD received a report from a VU student who stated she was a victim of an attempted kidnapping.  The student reported that on Saturday, April 3, 2021 between 9:00PM and 9:20PM, after departing a business near 21st Ave South and Grand Ave., while walking eastbound on Grand Avenue, a male appeared from the parking lot between 19th Avenue South and 18th Avenue South yelling, “Come here, I want to talk to you!”. The student ignored the male and continued traveling east.

The male then ran towards her and lifted her off the ground.  The student began screaming and fighting to resist and was able to break free and run from the area. 

The suspect was described as approximately 20-30 years old, 6’1”-6’4” in height, with a thin build, wearing a long sleeve flannel shirt and dark jeans.

VUPD is currently investigating this incident.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Avoid isolated or dark areas.
• If a stranger does approach, maintain a distance and be observant; if they are in a vehicle, get the license plate number.
• Never get in a car with a stranger.
• Stay alert -- If you feel uneasy, leave the area. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD. Be prepared to describe the person as best as you can.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004.  

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Tuesday, March 30, 2021, VUPD was made aware that earlier today Belmont University’s Office of Campus Security received a report from a Belmont student who was walking off campus near Villa Place and Grand Avenue in the Edgehill Village area. Two men in a white truck called out to her and as she crossed the street, they pulled in front of her. One male reached out the window as if to grab her.

The Belmont student ran away and called both a friend and Belmont Campus Security. She was unharmed in the incident. Belmont Campus Security and Metro Police are investigating.

The men were described as in their mid-30s and wearing construction-type clothing, were in a white work truck with lights on top.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Avoid isolated or dark areas.
• If a stranger does approach, maintain a distance and be observant; if they are in a vehicle, get the license plate number.
• Don’t get in a car with a stranger.
• Stay alert -- If you feel uneasy, leave the area. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD. Be prepared to describe the person as best as you can.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004.  

 The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

If you received this message in error or have any questions. Please E-Mail: publicsafetyinfo@vanderbilt.edu

On Tuesday, March 30, 2021, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was sexually assaulted by a male student during the evening hours of Saturday, March 27, 2021, in a residence hall.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

·         Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.

·         Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.

·         The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.

·         A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not  capable of giving valid consent.

·         Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

On Saturday, March 27, 2021, VUPD received a report from a Campus Security Authority that a female student was sexually assaulted by a male acquaintance in a residence hall during the evening.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

• Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.
• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter. 
• The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.
• A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not  capable of giving valid consent.
• Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

On Friday, October 30, 2020, a male undergraduate student reported to a Campus Security Authority that he had been sexually assaulted by another male student in a residence hall on campus.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community that:

·         Sexual assault does not just occur between strangers.

·         Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter.

·         The absence of "no" should not be understood to mean there is consent.

·         A person who is asleep or mentally or physically incapacitated, either through the effect of drugs or alcohol or for any other reason, is not capable of giving valid consent.

·         Sexual assault is a crime.

Resources and Assistance for Students, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need emergency assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE(7233).

The Title IX and Student Discrimination Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004. 

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

On Wednesday, June 3rd, 2020 at approximately 11:30am, VUPD was notified of an off campus shooting near 31st Ave. N. and Long Blvd. The suspect reportedly fled towards Centennial Park. Metro Nashville Police Department and emergency personnel responded to the scene and transported the victim to a nearby hospital. No suspect description confirmed at this time.

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Scan the area before you exit or approach your vehicle/or building and while you proceed between sites.
• Have your key ready in hand to quickly access the door of your vehicle/building.
• Stay alert and trust your instincts – If you feel uneasy, leave. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
• If a stranger does approach, maintain a distance and be observant; if they are in a vehicle, get the license plate number.
• Stay alert  - If you feel uneasy, leave the area. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD. Be prepared to describe the person as best as you can.

Resources and Assistance for Student, Faculty, and Staff:

The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE (7233).

The Title IX and Student Discrimination Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004.

The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.

On February 17, 2020, a female undergraduate student disclosed to a Campus Security Authority that a male student attempted to forcibly remove her clothing and sexually assault her in a residential housing facility on Saturday, February 15, 2020. 

This Security Notice is being issued to remind the Vanderbilt community:

• Sexual assault does not occur between strangers
• Consent must be clear and unambiguous for each participant at every stage of a sexual encounter
• Stay alert - If you feel uneasy, leave the area. Go to a safe location and notify VUPD.
• Report any suspicious persons to VUPD. Be prepared to describe the person as best as you can.

Resources and Assistance for Student, Faculty, and Staff:

 The Vanderbilt University Police Department is available to assist you 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If you need assistance call: (615) 421-1911 or non-emergency: (615) 322-2745.

 The Project Safe Center offers a support line 24 hours a day, seven days a week at (615) 322-SAFE (7233).

 The Title IX and Student Discrimination Office can be reached at (615) 343-9004.

 The University Counseling Center (UCC) can be reached at (615) 322-2571.