Important safety information & services
Located in a rural community, Otero College has one of the lowest campus crime rates in the state. Despite our low crime rate, the administration, faculty and staff at Otero take very seriously the safety and well-being of all who live, work and visit the campus. In addition to an on-campus security officer, the college works very closely with the local police and fire departments, who respond quickly and efficiently to all issues that arise on campus. The College has an active Safety Committee that works to continually search out and address safety concerns. The campus participates in annual safety training sessions and has monthly updates on safety precautions and procedures.
Campus Security
(719) 469-2613
Campus Foot Escort Services are available in the evening for students, faculty, and staff who are uncomfortable walking alone in the dark. To request this service, contact Campus Security at the number listed above.
Please fill out the Incident Report form if you have experienced an incident that occurred on campus, at an Otero sponsored event, within resident housing, adjacent to campus property, or by an Otero student or employee.
Please fill out the Referral Form if you wish to share concerns about you or someone you know who may be exhibiting signs of serious personal struggle, mental or emotional instability that is cause for you to be concerned.
AppArmor is the notification system the College uses to send emergency messages to our entire
campus community. Emergency notifications and timely warnings are sent via e-mail, text
(SMS), and a voicemail to mobile or home phones.
Students filing a complaint must first seek resolution of the complaint with the Faculty, Department Chair, Director of the Department or Dean of Student Affairs prior to submitting the student complaint form.