Hate Crimes/Bias Incidents
USD is a diverse community of which we are proud. Sometimes, some of our newer students come from environments that are not as rich in cultural and religious diversity. Hateful speech and conduct against others of different backgrounds and cultures is unacceptable at a university which prides itself on the recognition of the dignity of each individual (USD Mission Statement)."The university is committed to creating a welcoming, inclusive and collaborative community accentuated by a spirit of freedom and charity; and marked by protection of the rights and dignity of the individual. The university values students, faculty and staff from different backgrounds and faith traditions and is committed to creating an atmosphere of trust, safety and respect in a community characterized by a rich diversity of people and ideas."
Harassment of others because of a persons race, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, gender, sexual orientation, or because he/she perceives that the other person has one or more of these characteristics is against the law and will not be tolerated by the University. Severe disciplinary action and possible criminal prosecution will follow.
The following are the Hate Crime/Bias Incidents for 2004 - 2008:
CAD Date: MAY 01 2008- Thursday Incident# 08-05-01-073370
12:20
Case Log #08-00502
Incident Class & Type: CIVIL RIGHTS BIAS MOTIVATED INCIDENT (VERBAL)
Location: LAGUNA HALL
Summary: At approximately 1220 Public Safety responded to a late report of an individual that had yelled a racial comment to a resident student. The incident was reported to have occurred on 4/18/2008 between 2300 and 2400. Anyone having any information regarding this incident is encouraged to contact Public Safety at (619) 260-2222.
Disposition: Pending
CAD Date: APRIL 07 2008- Monday Incident# 08-04-07-071562
23:33
Case Log #08-00384
Incident Class & Type: CIVIL RIGHTS HATE CRIME; DEFACE/DAMAGE PROPERTY
Location: UC/MULTICULTURAL CENTER
Summary: On April 07, 2008 at approximately 9:30 a.m., a hate crime was reported to USD’s Department of Public Safety. The incident involved bias-related statements which were written on a bulletin board located adjacent to the Multicultural Center in the University Center. The incident is believed to have occurred between April 4 and April 7, 2008. Public Safety Officers took photos of the statements and are investigating the incident. Anyone with any information is encouraged to contact the Department of Public Safety at (619)260-7777.
Disposition: Pending
CAD Date: APRIL 04 2008- Friday Incident# 08-04-04-071362
23:33
Case Log #08-00372
Incident Class & Type: CIVIL RIGHTS HATE CRIME; DEFACE/DAMAGE PROPERTY
Location: SAN RAFAEL HALL
Summary: On April 04, 2008 at approximately 11:33 p.m., a hate crime was reported to USD’s Department of Public Safety. The incident involved a bias-related statement which had been written on a photo posted on the door of a San Rafael residence hall unit in permanent marker. It is unknown what time the incident occurred. Public Safety Officers took photos of the posting and is investigating the crime. Anyone with knowledge of the incident is encouraged to contact the Department of Public Safety at (619)260-7777.
Disposition: Pending
CAD Date: MAR 31 2008- Sunday Incident# 08-03-31-071006
13:55
Case Log #08-00346
Incident Class & Type: CIVIL RIGHTS BIAS MOTIVATED INCIDENT (WRITTEN)
Location: SAN ANTONIO DE PADUA
Summary: On March 31, 2008 at approximately 1:55 p.m., a bias motivated incident was reported to USD's Department of Public Safety (case 08-00346). The incident involved a bias-related statement which had been written on a paper posted on the door of a resident apartment in San Antonio de Padua. Public Safety Officers took photos of the statement and the investigation into this incident continues. Anyone with knowledge of the incident is encouraged to contact the Department of Public Safety at (619)260-7777.
Disposition: Pending
CAD Date: MAR 30 2008- Sunday Incident# 08-03-30-070937
21:18
Case Log #08-00341
Incident Class & Type: CIVIL RIGHTS HATE CRIME; DEFACE/DAMAGE PROPERTY
Location: SAN LUIS HALL
Summary: On March 30, 2008 at approximately 9:19 p.m., a hate crime was reported to USD's Department of Public Safety. The incident involved a bias-related statement which had been written on a poster on a bulletin board of a resident hall room in San Luis, in permanent marker. The incident is said to have occurred between 8:30 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. on 3/30/2008. Public Safety Officers took photos of the statement and the investigation into this crime continues. Anyone with knowledge of the incident is encouraged to contact the Department of Public Safety at (619)260-7777.
Disposition: Pending
CAD Date: MARCH 28 2008- Friday Incident# 08-03-28-070751
12:30
Case Log #08-00328
Incident Class & Type:CIVIL RIGHTS HATE CRIME; DEFACE/DAMAGE PROPERTY
Location: SAN ANTONIO DE PADUA
Summary: On March 28, 2008 at approximately 12:30 p.m., a hate crime was reported to USD's Department of Public Safety (case 08-00328). The incident involved two bias-related statements which had been written on the door of an apartment in San Antonio de Padua, in permanent marker. The incident is said to have occurred between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. on 3/28/2008. Public Safety Officers took photos of the statements and the investigation into this crime continues. Anyone with knowledge of the incident is encouraged to contact the Department of Public Safety at (619)260-7777. The University of San Diego will not tolerate hate crimes or any bias-related incidents and will respond to them with appropriate sanctions.
Disposition: Pending
CAD Date: FEB 29 2008- Friday Incident# 08-02-29-068186
12:08
Case Log #08-00210
Incident Class & Type: CIVIL RIGHTS HATE CRIME; DEFACE/DAMAGE PROPERTY
Location: SERRA HAL
Summary: At approximately 1208, Public Safety responded to a report of a possibly bias motivated statement that had been scratched into the toilet paper dispenser in a men’s restroom. Upon investigation, it was determined that bias motivated words had been written in permanent marker and scratched into the toilet paper dispenser. The university’s Critical Incident Response Team was notified and has reviewed the incident. Anyone with knowledge of the incident is encouraged to contact the Department of Public Safety at (619) 260-7777. The University of San Diego will not tolerate hate crimes or any bias-related incidents and will respond to them with appropriate sanctions.
Disposition: Pending
CAD Date: JAN 30 2008- Wednesday Incident# 08-01-30-065322
11:05
Case Log #08-00062
Incident Class & Type: CIVIL RIGHTS BIAS MOTIVATED INCIDENT (WRITTEN)
Location: MISSION CROSSROADS
Summary: On January 30, 2008 the Department of Public Safety received a report (case #08-00062) of a bias related incident which was observed on December 23, 2007. The incident involved bias-related statements that had been written on a newspaper clipping posted on a resident hall room door. The clipping was immediately removed. Upon receiving the report, Public Safety Officers took photos of the inappropriate statements and commenced an investigation to find the person(s) responsible for the incident. On January 31, university administrators convened the Sensitive Issues Team which developed a comprehensive action plan including instructing Resident Life staff to initiate educational programs for all resident students reviewing the University of San Diego Student Code of Conduct http://www.sandiego.edu/administration/studentaffairs/documents/Student_Code.pdf Anyone with knowledge of the incident is encouraged to contact the Department of Public Safety at (619) 260-7777. The University of San Diego will not tolerate hate crimes or any bias-related incidents and will respond to them with appropriate sanctions.
Disposition: Pending
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