Campus Crime Statistics

Annual security report

In accordance with the Clery Act, Bethel publishes an annual report disclosing policies and procedures relating to campus safety and security, complaint resolution, Title IX reports and investigations, sexual misconduct, racial and ethical harassment, and disability discrimination. Statistics for certain crimes and fires that occurred on and around campus are also included. This report contains information for how to report a crime, who is mandated to report crimes, and preventation programs and measures. 

Annual Security and Fire Log Report

Sexual assault data

In accordance with Minnesota’s Sexual Harassment and Violence Policy statute, Minn Stat. §135.A15, all postsecondary institutions are required to annually report statistics on sexual assault to the Minnesota Office of Higher Education as well as to their campus community. Data privacy laws require that data be suppressed and noted if the number is fewer than 10 students. The Minnesota Office of Higher Education defines sexual assault as rape, fondling and statutory rape. It is important to note that this report has different definitions than Clery so the data from the two reports may differ. 

Sexual Assault Data Collection

Complaint resolution

Officers are required to do their best to resolve any complaint that comes before them. Common complaints typically involve reserved parking violations, however, other complaints may include poor lighting, nuisances (such as loud music), residence hall issues, disputes, and road conditions (such as potholes or seasonal damage). Any and all complaints must be documented by officers in either a call log or a full case report, including the complainant's information (may be anonymous), the nature of the complaint, when it was received, and what action was taken regarding resolution. 

Complaints against officers or other employees within the security office should be reported in person to the assistant director of security operations or online (reports may be submitted anonymously, although that may limit our ability to follow up). Those complaints will be documented in a case report and investigated fully. The resolution will be noted in the case report and follow our disciplinary procedures.  

Complaints involving policy, procedure, or other general concerns regarding the Office of Safety and Security may be be made in writing to safety-security@bethel.edu and will be reviewed and resolved by a senior officer.