With recent developments in Los Angeles, LMU reaffirms our established protocols for interactions with law enforcement and government agencies, including federal entities, and our commitment to the safety and well-being of all students, faculty, and staff.
If you encounter or become aware of external law enforcement on our campuses, please immediately refer them to the LMU Department of Public Safety (DPS).
- For the Westchester Campus, direct them to DPS at Foley Annex or call 310.338.2893.
- For the LMU Loyola Law School Campus, call 213.736.1121.
DPS will verify the agency’s credentials and facilitate the appropriate campus procedures. LMU only discloses information when required by a signed court order or in cases of an imminent and credible public safety threat.
How LMU Protects Its Campus Community
- Coordinating Law Enforcement Requests: All law enforcement inquiries, including those from immigration authorities, are managed through LMU’s Department of Public Safety and LMU’s General Counsel’s Office, ensuring compliance with legal requirements while prioritizing campus security.
- Protecting Privacy under FERPA: LMU adheres to the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which prevents the release of student records without proper legal authorization, ensuring that personal information remains protected.
- International Student Support: LMU’s Office for International Students and Scholars (OISS) is continuing to monitor all F-1 and J-1 student records through daily audits of the Student and Exchange Visitor Information System (SEVIS) to support our students and scholars and ensure compliance with federal regulations. OISS is also coordinating a comprehensive response in the event of any student or scholar status changes.
- Legal Support through LMU Loyola Law School: The LMU Loyola Law School Immigrant Justice Clinic offers critical legal guidance and advocacy for individuals facing immigration challenges, providing real, tangible support for those in need.
- Preserving Access to Federal Aid: LMU’s adherence to federal law ensures that students maintain access to crucial financial aid programs, including federal grants and loans that support their education.
Please refer specific concerns to these designated contacts for further guidance:
- Campus Safety – 310.338.2893
- For Faculty and Staff: hr@lmu.edu
- Campus Ministry – ministry@lmu.edu
- For Students: deanofstudents@lmu.edu
- OISS – oiss@lmu.edu, or visit lmu.edu/oiss
- Community of Care – communityofcare@lmu.edu
- Student Psychological Services – 310.338.2868
- TimelyCare