Who is considered a campus security authority?

The designation of campus security authority encompasses individuals and groups on a college campus who have a responsibility for campus safety and security. This includes designated officials such as police officers, staff members in certain roles, and other specific personnel who have a duty to respond to incidents, report crimes, or ensure student safety.

Option A accurately reflects this definition, as it includes a broad range of authorized personnel who may be tasked with handling safety issues and reporting crime statistics as required by the Clery Act. These individuals act as a liaison between the campus community and law enforcement, ensuring that vital information regarding criminal incidents is communicated.

In contrast, the other options are more limited in scope or do not fully capture the responsibilities of a campus security authority. For instance, while on-campus police forces do indeed have authority regarding campus safety, they represent only one type of campus security authority and do not encompass the full range of individuals responsible for this role. Students living in dormitories may be aware of safety issues but typically do not have formal reporting obligations, limiting their classification as campus security authority. Faculty members in administrative roles may have responsibilities regarding student affairs or safety, but not all faculty members fit the criteria of a campus security authority without specific designation or responsibility in this area.