Policies

Safety is more than an abstract concept – it’s a partnership between Kirkwood, faculty and staff, students and everyone else on campus.

Kirkwood has a variety of policies to help keep everyone on campus safe. Take a look at the policies below, but if you don't see what you're looking for, reach out to Public Safety at 319-398-7777. 

  1. Campus Security Act - Read our annual security report, prepared in accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act.
  2. Kirkwood’s Emergency Response Plan - Learn how Kirkwood responds to emergencies and dangerous situations that may arise on campus.
  3. Tobacco Free Policy - See why Kirkwood is a tobacco free campus and read our tobacco policy.
  4. Traffic and Parking - Kirkwood’s traffic and parking regulations are based on state code. Learn more about our policies.
  5. Severe Weather - Learn how we notify the Kirkwood community in case of severe weather and where to go if there’s a severe weather incident. 
  6. Weapons on Campus - Understand Kirkwood’s policy on carrying weapons on campus and what happens if someone violates the policy.
Photo of Ellen Waynawhere

“The only thing I’d change about Kirkwood is that I wish it was a 4-year college! When I transfer, I’m going to miss the sense of community. It’s so close knit. ”

Ellen Waynawhere,
Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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Kirkwood Public Safety
319-398-7777