Department of Public Safety

Mission statement

The Claflin University Department of Public Safety strives to provide a reasonably secure and safe environment for all who work, study and visit the university. It is important to realize that the Department of Public Safety is dependent on the cooperation and active participation of all members of its family and the community in reducing crime and creating a safe environment. It is our quest to protect students, faculty, staff and university property from harm and intrusion. The Department will provide educational and learning programs to enhance its preventive and proactive capabilities. We strive to be better than we were yesterday, ensuring a great Public Safety Department for tomorrow.

Vision statement

The vision of the Claflin Department of Public Safety is to be recognized as a highly successful provider of safety & security services required to meet the needs of a progressive academic institution. We will understand the needs of our customers and exceed their expectations.

Policies, The University has the lawful right to........

Safety Tips, The most important protection you can have against violent crime .........

Vehicle parking, Parking Zones and Vehicle Management.......

Vehicle Registration, All persons using the University’s parking facilities must register...

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Emergency Contact:

Mr. Steve Pearson
Chief Security officer
Phone: 8-3 535 5434
Fax: 803 535 5329
Email: spearson@claflin.edu

Emergency Numbers
Public Safety Booth	803 535 5444
Department of Public Safety	803 535 5451
Campus Infirmary, Nurse Ms. Julliette Satterwhite	803 535 5328
For Security Information	803 535 5444
Captain Diane Watson	803 535 5446
Captain John Goodwin	803 535 5445
Chief Steve Pearson	803 535 5434
Police, Fire, Bomb Threat	911