The College’s complete Threat Assessment Policy is available in the College’s policy directory.
If a member of the campus community is concerned about a threat of violence, they should document the reason for their concern and discuss it with their supervisor, administrator, department chairperson, Campus Safety, the Dean of Students Office, or the Human Resources Office, as appropriate.
Immediate and Imminent Threats
- Report immediate dangers to health and safety to 911
- Report threats to Campus Safety at (323) 259-2599
In addition:
- Employees should report potential threats to Human Resources and to their supervisor
- Students should report potential threats to Campus Safety at (323) 259-2599
- Resident Advisors should report potential threats to the Care Team via MyOxy.edu by submitting an Oxy Care Report or calling the Dean of Students Office at (323) 259-2661.
Occidental College Behavioral Intervention Team (OBIT)
The Occidental College Behavioral Intervention Team (OBIT) is the lead unit in conducting investigations and evaluating threats reported by or potentially impacting students. Membership includes the Chief Human Resources Officer, Director of Campus Safety, Director of Counseling, and Associate Dean of Students. In some instances, they may promptly refer the matter to an outside entity as appropriate.
Occidental College Threat Management Team (TMT)
The Occidental College Threat Management Team (TMT) is the lead unit in conducting investigations and evaluating threats reported by or potentially impacting employees. Membership includes the Chief Human Resources Officer, Director of Campus Safety, and the General Counsel or their designee.