Board Policy
BSL-6 – Crisis Communications
The Board of Trustees recognizes that emergencies, critical incidents, and crises may affect the safety, operations, reputation, and continuity of the College. The College shall maintain a comprehensive crisis communication protocol to ensure the timely, accurate, coordinated, and transparent dissemination of information to students, employees, trustees, families, community members, media representatives, and governmental agencies.
PRINCIPLES
During a crisis or emergency, College communications shall:
- Prioritize the health, safety, and security of students, employees, and visitors.
- Provide timely, factual, and accessible information.
- Be coordinated through designated College officials to ensure consistency and accuracy.
- Respect privacy rights and comply with applicable laws, including FERPA, HIPAA, public records requirements, and collective bargaining obligations.
- Support continuity of college operations and recovery efforts.
BOARD NOTIFICATION
The Chair of the Board and trustees shall be informed of significant emergencies or crises affecting the College as soon as reasonably practicable. The Board’s role shall be one of governance and oversight. Individual trustees shall not serve as official spokespersons for the College unless expressly authorized by the Board Chair and President.
REVIEW
The President shall periodically review and test the crisis communication protocol and report significant findings or recommended revisions to the Board of Trustees.