Campus Security
Batten University believes that a safe, secure environment is essential to learning and to the peace of mind of our students, their families, and our faculty. For this reason, we employ a staff of full-time security officers available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to assist our campus community.
A security officer is stationed at the DeFord Gatehouse — the University’s only vehicular entrance — at all times throughout the year. A team of Campus Security officers patrols the campus by foot, bicycle, and vehicle around the clock.
Our security staff maintains a close and cooperative relationship with state and local law enforcement who can assist if the need arises. The result is a campus that is as secure as possible while allowing students the freedom to fully enjoy campus life and the Tidewater area surrounding it.
How We Can Help
Security officers are available to assist students, faculty, and staff with a wide range of services. Contact Campus Security for any of the following:
- Crimes, emergencies, or suspicious behavior
- After-hours escort services
- Motorist assistance — dead battery jump start or vehicle lockout (Note: Campus Security cannot open a locked car)
- Lost and Found
- Parking decals and campus parking information
- Student, faculty, and staff ID cards
- Key card access to residential dorms
Hours & Location
A full-time security staff is available 24 hours a day to meet the needs of the Batten University campus.
The Campus Security office is located at 228 Jane P. Batten Student Center and is open for walk-ins Monday through Friday, 10:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m. and 2:30–4:30 p.m.
Officers are stationed at the DeFord Gatehouse and patrol campus by foot, bicycle, and vehicle at all hours.
