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The Office of Multicultural Engagement promotes an inclusive campus culture, one where students are encouraged to engage through participation in initiatives and programs which stress the value of the breadth of backgrounds at Gettysburg College.

Through campus programming, student engagement, and Immersive experiances,  the office seeks to create distinctive opportunities for healthy discourse, allowing students to feel empowered sharing aspects of their own perspectives and experiences, which will benefit and strengthen understanding, collaboration, and personal growth.

Initiatives offered by the Office of Multicultural Engagement include:

• One-on-One mentorship for first-year students. 
• Partnerships with campus services to support upper class students for internships and study abroad opportunities
• Co-curricular programming with faculty to enhance critical study, thought, and reflection around issues of society, and lived experiences.
• Social programming and off-campus trips
• Supporting student groups in creating meaningful programs and events that enhance campus life.

🚔 What to Do If You Are Stopped by Someone You Believe Is Not a Law Enforcement Officer

If someone stops you and you are unsure whether they are a legitimate law enforcement officer, consider the following actions:

🔍 1. Ask for Their Name and Badge Number

✅ A real officer will always provide their name and badge number upon request.
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🆔 2. Request to See Identification

🚔 If they are not in a clearly identifiable uniform, politely ask to see their official ID and badge. Take a moment to verify the details.
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🚗 3. Observe Their Vehicle

🚨 If the person is driving an unmarked or unfamiliar vehicle, ask what department they work for and request their name and badge number.
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📞 4. Request a Supervisor

📢 If you feel uncertain or unsafe, ask to speak with a supervising officer. A legitimate officer will comply if a supervisor is available.
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📲 5. Call 911 for Verification

📡 If you are unsure of their identity, you have the right to call 911 to confirm if they are a legitimate officer. If there is no immediate safety concern, a real officer will allow this.
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⚠️ If you are approached or questioned by someone you suspect is not a law enforcement officer, report the incident as soon as possible to both the Gettysburg Police Department and Campus Safety.

Contact Information:

👮‍♂️ Robert W. Glenny, Jr.
Chief of Police
📍 Borough of Gettysburg, 59 E. High St., Gettysburg, PA 17325
📞 (717) 334-1168 x900 | 📠 (717) 334-3554

🎓 Alex Wiltz, EdD
Associate Dean of College Life | Executive Director of Campus Safety
📍 Gettysburg College, 300 North Washington Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325
📞 (717) 337-6911 | 📧 awiltz@gettysburg.edu

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