Safety and Security
The men and women of the Department of Campus Safety and Security (DCSS) are committed to the highest standards of professionalism and service. Composed of over thirty designated officers, dispatchers, chiefs, sergeants, lieutenants and officers at your service, DCSS is committed to protecting the MMC community through community policing practices and community education.
If you see something, say something. Call 615.327.6254.
Meharrians don’t walk alone at night. From dusk til dawn, DCSS is available to escort you on- or off-campus on foot, in a department golf cart or campus security vehicle. To request your escort, call 615.327.6254 or 615.327.6290.
Staying in the know means staying safe. Sign up for SMS alerts to be notified of and updated on urgent incidents on campus.
If you see something, say something. To report a crime, student behavior concern or any other confidential matter, read our guide here.
To keep our community safe, DCSS regularly offers crime prevention education programs to students and faculty. Request a session and read all their tips here.
All Meharrians, visitors and vendors are required to have parking decals and identification cards to gain access to most campus buildings. Learn how to request one here.
Whether it’s an inclement weather event or an active shooter, DCSS has a plan for defending your safety.
The Clery Annual Security Report highlights components of the college’s crime prevention strategies and reports on crime statists as required by the federal Clery Act.
The Clery Daily Crime Log records all reported criminal incidents occurring on campus, on public property immediately adjacent to campus, and on non-campus properties affiliated with the College
Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) are individuals designated to report certain crimes under the Clery Act. As a CSA, your role is critical in ensuring compliance and maintaining a safe campus environment.
MMC Campus Security Contact Information
Department of Campus Safety and Security
1000 21st Ave North ‐ Portable A
Nashville, TN 37208
For general inquiries, call 615.327.6254 or 615.327.6290.
In the case of a campus emergency, call 615.327.6666.
Other Resources:
Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (Emergency) 911
Metropolitan Nashville Police Department (Non‐Emergency) 615.862.8600