In order to provide a safe and welcoming community environment for students, faculty, staff and visitors, the campus Safety and Security Department provides an array of services for the RCSJ Educational Campuses. These services include but are not limited to: a campus-escort program, a lost and found repository, stranded motorist assistance, vehicle registration and parking information, as well as crime prevention tips.
The Campus Safety and Security Department is also responsible for the blue-light emergency telephone system (Gloucester Campus only), video-surveillance systems, electronic-access control card readers, burglar and door alarms and sensors, and key features of the security technology program located in buildings throughout the campus.
Campus Escort
Gloucester Campus
To contact a security office for an escort to a building or car, call 856-681-6287 or use the emergency blue-light phones located throughout the campus.
Escorts are available to shuttle students, faculty, staff, and visitors on the campus grounds. Response times will vary depending on the accessibility of security officers.
Lost and Found
Gloucester Campus
To make a report of a lost article or see if missing property has been turned in, stop by the College Center Security Office (entrance A-8) or call extension 6210. Lost and found services can also be accessed by the blue-light phone system installed on campus. Items may be discarded at the end of each academic term.
Lost and found property assistance is available: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday.
Cumberland Campus
RCSJ-Cumberland 's lost and found is located at the Information Desk in the Student Center building. If you find an item, please drop it off at the Information Desk. Lost items may be claimed at the Information Desk. Call the Information Desk at 856-691-8600, x1000 to see if your item has been turned in. All items are held for a reasonable amount of time; if possible always mark your personal property.
The Information Desk hours are Mondays through Fridays from 7:30 a.m. until 10 p.m. Saturdays from 7:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Closed on Sundays.
Motor Vehicle Assistance
Gloucester Campus
To contact Campus Safety and Security officers for assistance with disable vehicles, call 856-681-6287 or use one of the blue-light phones located on campus. Campus security officers are not equipped to handle automobile lockouts, mechanical failures or dead batteries, but will provide a telephone to make calls and wait with the motorist until the situation is resolved.
Cumberland Campus
Jump Start
Campus Security will provide service to a motorist who finds that their battery has died while on RCSJ-Cumberland property. The college does not accept responsibility for any damages that may occur when this service is provided. Therefore, the individual utilizing this service must sign a waiver of liability form, before services are administered, releasing RCSJ-Cumberland from any responsibility.
Vehicle Lock Outs
A lockout service is provided upon proper identification by owners, who have locked their keys in their vehicle. Due to different automobile manufacturers, it is sometimes impossible to enter a locked vehicle without the proper key; however, Campus Security will make an attempt to unlock your vehicle. The college does not accept responsibility for any damages that may occur when this service is provided. Therefore, the individual utilizing this service must sign a waiver of liability form, before services are administered, releasing RCSJ-Cumberland from any responsibility. In addition, the individual requesting such service must show evidence of ownership/authorization and must provide identification.
Flat Tire Assistance
Campus Security will provide assistance for a vehicle that may need air in its tires. The person requesting air for tires must sign a waiver of liability form, releasing RCSJ-Cumberland from any responsibility of damage to the vehicle.
Note: It should be noted all above services may not be rendered immediately as Campus Safety/Security Officers may be performing other safety and security functions at the time of your request.
Blue light
Gloucester Campus Only
To report a potential safety hazard, suspicious activity, request help or a campus escort, use the College's lighted emergency phones to automatically dial for assistance. The College's 36 emergency telephones are connected to the Gloucester County 9-1-1 Center and the Campus Safety and Security Department.
Press the blue button to contact the Campus Safety and Security Department for:
- questions
- escort requests
- suspicious activities
- crime
- medical assistance
- abandoned vehicles or parking violations
- safety hazards
Press the red button to connect to the Gloucester County 9-1-1 Center for emergency medical, police or fire services for:
- police officer assistance (e.g., assaults, kidnapping, burglaries, domestic disputes, motor vehicle theft, auto accidents, etc.)
- ambulance for medical assistance
- fire
- crime in progress
- suspicious, criminal activity in progress (e.g., alarms, shots fired, shouts for help, sounds of glass breaking, theft)
Identification Card
Gloucester Campus
Students, staff and faculty are required to possess a valid Rowan College photo identification card. ID cards are available at the library with proof of enrollment. Report all lost, damaged or stolen identification cards immediately to the campus Security Office. There is a replacement charge of $10. ID cards must be in possession at all times while on campus.
Video Surveillance System
Gloucester Campus
There are currently more than 100 cameras located on the Rowan College campus. The College's state-of-the-art electronic video surveillance system monitors and records 24 hours a day, seven days a week, all campus activities in public areas. The cameras help deter crime and assist safety and security department personnel.
