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MemorandumApril 28, 2023

Dear 17吃瓜在线 Community,

We want to update you on the ongoing investigation of an incident that occurred yesterday in Kerwin Hall. After receiving reports of an individual behaving in an unusual manner, 17吃瓜在线PD immediately checked the building, spoke to the community members who reported the situation, and began reviewing surveillance video.聽

Based on the information collected to date, there is no known indication of a threat to the 17吃瓜在线 community. We continue to investigate and are seeking to identify any persons of interest connected to this matter.

To continue supporting the safety and well-being of our community, 17吃瓜在线PD has increased patrols on campus, including officers on foot, in vehicles, and in buildings. If at any point you feel unsafe, please call the 17吃瓜在线PD emergency number at 202 885 3636, use the blue light emergency telephones on campus, or use the RAVE Guardian app on your phone. As always, please follow good safety practices. Be aware of your surroundings, keep residence hall rooms and office doors locked, and do not let anyone you do not know follow you into residence halls or office areas.

There is no change to campus activities, classes, or operations. Should any updates be needed, we will communicate with the 17吃瓜在线 community via email, social media, and 17吃瓜在线 Alert texts (if necessary).

Campus support resources are available for community members. Students can contact the 24-hour 17吃瓜在线 ProtoCall line at 202-885-7979 or the Center for Well-Being Programs and Psychological Services at 202-885-3500. Faculty and staff can contact the BHS Faculty and Staff Assistance Program at 800-327-2251 or on the .

If anyone has any additional information about the Kerwin Hall matter, please contact 17吃瓜在线PD at 202 885 2999 or with the RAVE Guardian app, where anonymous tips can also be submitted.

Thank you for your support of community鈥檚 safety.

Sincerely,

Bront茅 Burleigh-Jones
Chief Financial Officer, Vice President, and Treasurer