Safety Related Policies and Procedures

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, codified at 20 USC 1092 (f) as a part of the Higher Education Act of 1965, is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose certain timely and annual information about campus crime and security policies. All public and private institutions of postsecondary education participating in federal student aid programs are subject to it.

The Michael Minger Act is a Kentucky state law that requires public colleges and universities as well as private institutions licensed by the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education (CPE) to report campus crimes to their employees, students and the public on a timely basis.

There were no reports of hazing and no investigations of conduct defined as hazing between December 1, 2025, and July 1, 2026.

The purpose of the College Hazing Transparency Report is to summarize any findings of a hazing violation by student organizations at the college. Hazing is defined in the KCTCS Administrative Policy - 6.8, and violations of hazing would be adjudicated as outlined in the Code of Student Conduct. This report is different and distinct from the Annual Security Report, though statistical information may overlap.  

Report Requirements 

The Stop Campus Hazing Act requires the college to publish a Campus Hazing Transparency Report. The report must include each incident involving a student organization for which a finding of responsibility is issued relating to a hazing violation, including:

• The name of such student organization;
• A general description of the violation that resulted in a finding of responsibility, including:
  • whether the violation involved the abuse or illegal use of alcohol or drugs,
  • the findings of the institution, and
  • any sanctions placed on the student organization by the institution, as applicable; and
• The dates on which:
  • The incident was alleged to have occurred
  • The investigation into the incident was initiated
  • The investigation ended with a finding that a hazing violation occurred, and o The institution provided notice to the student organization that the incident resulted in a hazing violation. 
• The Campus Hazing Transparency report cannot include personally identifiable information. 

Prevention  

Hazing prevention requires a proactive, education-based approach that promotes safe group membership, early intervention, accountability, and a culture of respect. National resources such as StopHazing.org, Hazing Prevention Network, the Piazza Center, the Gordie Center, and the Interdisciplinary Institute for Hazing Prevention provide research-informed guidance, toolkits, training materials, prevention frameworks, and educational resources to help institutions, student organizations, athletic teams, and campus leaders recognize, prevent, and respond to hazing. Individuals who are aware of, experience, or suspect hazing are encouraged to report concerns through appropriate campus channels, local law enforcement when there is an immediate safety concern, or the National Hazing Hotline at (888) NOT-HAZE for anonymous, non-emergency reporting.

Weapons, including concealed weapons, are not permitted on the Hopkinsville Community College campus. The concealed weapon bill, passed by the Kentucky legislature, grants colleges the right to prohibit possession of deadly weapons on campus. For more information on this policy read the KCTCS Policy on Deadly Weapons in its entirety.

KCTCS is committed to providing a healthy and safe environment for its students, faculty, and staff. KCTCS has defined conduct in relation to the unlawful possession, use, dispensation, distribution, or manufacture of alcohol or illicit drugs. Conduct which is in violation of this definition poses unacceptable risks and disregard for the health, safety, and welfare of members of the KCTCS community and shall result in disciplinary action up to and including suspension or termination.

As a recipient of federal grants and contracts, KCTCS gives this notice to students, faculty, and staff that it is in compliance with, and shall continue to be in compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act Amendment of 1989. Students, faculty and staff are herein notified of the standards of conduct which shall be applicable while on KCTCS property, on KCTCS business, and/or at KCTCS sponsored activities.

For more information on the KCTCS policies referenced above you may read them in their entirety at the links below.

• KCTCS Substance Abuse
• KCTCS Alcohol Policy
• Drug Free Policy Notification

Hopkinsville Community College is committed to providing and maintaining a safe and healthy environment for its students, employees, and visitors. In view of this commitment, the college is a tobacco-free institution. No consumption of tobacco or e-tobacco products will be allowed on any college property (owned or leased) or in any college facility.