Spring 2025
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
Through Jan. 5, 2025
Posted on Monday, Jan. 6, 2025
Friday, Jan. 3
5:43 a.m. | Check Well Being | Rhoads
Campus Safety checked the well being of a student for a medical issue after being contacted by a parent. The student was contacted and appropriate actions taken.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
Jan. 14 through Jan. 20, 2025
Posted on Wednesday, Jan. 22, 2025
Tuesday, January 14
7:32 p.m. | Injury On Duty | Denbigh
Campus Safety injured while on duty and walking through Denbigh. Transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital.
Thursday, January 16
12:38 a.m. | Alarm |Denbigh
Boiler alarm was going off in the mechanical room. On Call mechanic notified.
Saturday, January 18
11:28 a.m. | Property Damage | Schwartz
Student reported that her field hockey stick was damaged over winter break. Total value of the stick is $460. Responsible party is unknown.
Sunday, January 19
8:01 a.m. | Medical Transport | Pem West
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for illness.
7:52 p.m. | Medical Transport | Radnor
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for illness/vomiting.
8:45 p.m. | Medical Transport | Rhoads
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for possible broken wrist after falling on ice in front of Rhoads.
Monday, January 20
9:52 p.m. | Medical Transport | Pem East
Student transported to urgent care for illness. Student returned to campus via Campus Safety.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
Jan. 20 through Jan. 27, 2025
Posted on Monday, Jan. 27, 2025
Monday, January 20
7:51 p.m. | Medical Transport | Pem East
Student transported to urgent care for illness.
Wednesday, January 22
1:33 p.m. | Property Damage | Ward
Grounds staff damaged garage door with vehicle.
10:58 p.m. | Well-Being Check | Rockefeller
Parent requested check on student after not hearing if they returned to campus. Student located and called parent.
Saturday, January 25
9:05 p.m. | Medical Transport | Rockefeller
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for eye-related health concerns.
10:48 p.m. | Alcohol-Liquor Law | Erdman
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for alcohol-related illness. Student is under 21.
Sunday, January 26
1:36 a.m. | Alcohol, Drug-Marijuana | Pem West
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for alcohol-related illness and possible marijuana use. Student is over 21.
10:02 a.m. | Medical Response | Grad School of Social Work
Visitor with Happy Feet Soccer event minorly injured when a step came loose and fell out of place.
4:43 p.m. | Medical Transport | Rockefeller
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital again for eye-related medical concern.
7:13 p.m. | Fire Alarm | Pem East
Student set off smoke detector while blow-drying hair.
7:55 p.m. | Well-Being Check | Merion
Parent requested well-being check after not hearing from student. Student lost phone. Student called parent back from Campus Safety.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
Jan. 27 through Feb. 3, 2025
Posted on Monday, Feb. 3, 2025
Monday, January 27
6:30 p.m. | Medical Transport | Rockefeller
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for illness.
9:49 p.m. | Medical Transport | Erdman
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for pain from prior car accident.
Tuesday, January 28
2:46 a.m. | Medical Transport | Mermont Plaza
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for stomach pain.
12:40 p.m. | Medical Transport | Brecon
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for sore foot.
5:05 p.m. | Medical Transport | New Dorm
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for illness.
8:08 p.m. | Well-Being Check | Pem East
Coach requested well-being check after student missed practice for mental health issues. Student said they were ok.
10:21 p.m. | Suspicious Odor | Merion
Marijuana odor coming from Merion 316. Student said they had been smoking outside.
Wednesday, January 29
11:48 p.m. | Suspicious Odor | Rhoads
Student reported a reoccurring marijuana smell near the communal restroom. No smell detected by Campus Safety.
Thursday, January 30
11:58 a.m. | Medical Transport | Pem East
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for illness.
Friday, January 31
6:35 a.m. | Fire Alarm | Schwartz
Alarm activated in Schwartz Gym pool but no smoke or apparent concern. Facilities staff notified.
6:00 p.m. | Fire Alarm | Merion
Defective fire trouble alarm in Merion. Alarm panel not working properly. Facilities staff notified.
Saturday, February 1
6:19 a.m. | Medical Transport | Rhoads
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for allergic reaction.
Sunday, February 2
9:38 p.m. | Well-Being Check | Pem West
Off-campus counselor requested a check on a student related to self-harm. Student said they were ok and it was a misunderstanding.
10:43 p.m. | Suspicious Odor | Rockefeller
Student reported a gas smell. No gas smell observed by Campus Safety.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
Feb. 3 through Feb. 10, 2025
Posted on Monday, Feb. 10, 2025
Monday, February 3
8:00 a.m. | Medical Transport | Campus Safety
Contractor transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for shortness of breath.
Tuesday, February 4
9:30 a.m. | Medical Transport | Rockefeller
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for allergic reaction.
11:06 a.m. | Parking | Wyndham Lot
Boot placed on unregistered car with several unpaid tickets.
1:26 p.m. | Drugs | Radnor
Marijuana and paraphernalia found by facilities in a recently vacated room. Campus Safety collected the substances and items.
10:34 p.m. | Unauthorized Facilities Access | Erdman
Erdman 214 is supposed to be vacant but items belonging to another Erdman resident have been found in the room while responding to a facilities concern.
10:21 p.m. | Suspicious Odor | Merion
Marijuana odor coming from Merion 316. Student said they had been smoking outside.
Wednesday, February 5
2:24 p.m. | Fire Alarm | Dolwen
Fire alarm set off by a staff member using a toaster oven. Toaster oven cleaned out.
3:05 p.m. | Suspicious Activity | Gulph Rd
Car overturned on Gulph Road. Suspect fled and apprehended on campus by Lower Merion Police.
Thursday, February 6
9:03 p.m. | Medical Transport | Campus Center
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for allergic reaction.
Friday, February 7
2:34 a.m. | Suspicious Odor | Rhoads
Marijuana smell reported coming from 1st floor communal restroom. Campus Safety could not locate the smell.
11:40 a.m. | Well-Being Check | Pem East
Wellness check performed on a student who was reportedly screaming in their room. Student had missed a deadline for an assignment.
10:46 p.m. | Medical Transport | Denbigh
Two students fell while running to hug each other. One student cut their face and was transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital. Other student hit their head but did not want to be transported.
Saturday, February 8
1:19 a.m. | Alcohol | Radnor
Student (over 21) vomiting from alcohol, evaluated by BMC EMS. Student cleared to remain on campus.
2:30 p.m. | Alcohol Transport | Rhoads
Underage student unresponsive from alcohol consumption. Transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital.
Sunday, February 9
8:10 a.m. | Well-Being Check | Denbigh
Rose Miller requested well-being check on student who has been sleeping a lot and missing classes. Student has been sick and also recently sustained a concussion. Student has doctor’s appointment on Monday.
11:30 a.m. | Medical Transport | Denbigh
Student from the morning’s wellness check transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for dizziness and blurred vision.
8:10 p.m. | Well-Being Check | Denbigh
Rose Miller requested another well-being check on the same student, stating that they needed to speak with Protocol. Well-being check performed, student spoke with Protocol, and student said Protocol cleared them to stay on campus.
10:08 p.m. | Super Bowl Victory | New Orleans
The Philadelphia Eagles defeated the Kansas City Chiefs to be the Super Bowl 59 Champions.
10:41 p.m. | Medical Illness | Erdman
Student not feeling well, saying they were “overheated.” Student was transported from Erdman back to their room in Rockefeller.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
Feb. 10 through Feb. 17, 2025
Posted on Monday, Feb. 17, 2025
Monday, February 10
11:43 p.m. | Suspicious Odor | Pem East
Marijuana smell reported coming from a student’s room. Student said they had been smoking outside earlier.
Tuesday, February 11
6:37 a.m. | Animal Incident Enid | Cook Center
Bat inside the building. Located in the common room and removed by Campus Safety.
7:17 a.m. | Injury on Duty | Campus Safety
Campus Safety Officer injured their foot when standing up. No medical response needed.
10:08 a.m. | Parking Radnor | Lot
Boot put on an unregistered vehicle with unpaid citations.
11:45 a.m. | Medical Response | Park Science Building
Student sustained a cut from glass during a lab. Student was transported the Health and Wellness Center by Campus Safety. Student required stitches and decided to drive themselves to urgent care.
Wednesday, February 12
3:09 a.m. | Medical Transport | Rhoads
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for shoulder pain from falling in the snow.
12:11 p.m. | Parking | Radnor Lot
Boot put on an unregistered vehicle with unpaid citations.
12:56 p.m. | Parking | Radnor Lot
Boot put on an unregistered vehicle with unpaid citations.
6:53 p.m. | Medical Transport | Denbigh
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for illness after taking a Zoloft with red wine.
10:49 p.m. | Safety Hazard | Brecon
PECO responding to reported sparks coming from trees.
Thursday, February 13
5:23 p.m. | Lost Property | Campus Safety
Student reported to Campus Safety that they lost their phone at Haverford. Haverford Campus Safety located the student’s phone. Student notified that they could retrieve their phone.
Saturday, February 15
8:27 p.m. | Medical Illness | Rockefeller
Student was constipated and vomiting in the bathroom. Student was screaming, crying, and confrontational with Campus Safety. Student’s mom was present and said they were there to move the student out for a medical leave.
Sunday, February 16
6:39 p.m. | Vehicle Property Damage | Radnor Lot
Student’s car damaged from fallen tree. Grounds staff notified.
7:30 p.m. | Property Damage | Radnor
Part of student’s ceiling fell and there was a water leak that got the student’s belongings wet. Facilities on call notified.
7:59 p.m. | Property Damage | Pem West
Student’s ceiling panel fell onto their bed. Facilities on call notified.
8:36 p.m. | Vehicle Property Damage | Radnor Lot
Student’s car damaged from fallen tree. Grounds staff notified.
11:15 p.m. | Fire Alarm | Radnor
Fire alarm activated in student’s room where the ceiling fell. No signs of smoke or fire.
Sunday, February 17
12:46 a.m. | Property Damage | West House
Fall tree branch damaged part of the playground fence.
5:37 a.m. | Property Damage | Tennis Courts
Fall tree damaged the tennis courts and additional part of the playground fence.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
Feb. 17 through Feb. 24, 2025
Posted on Monday, Feb. 24, 2025
Monday, February 17
11:37 a.m. | Suspicious Odor | Rockefeller
Gas odor caused by gas leak from pipes. PECO notified and responded to incident.
Tuesday, February 18
6:58 a.m. | Vehicle Damage | Campus Safety
Campus Safety vehicle sustained a dent from being backed into a tree.
7:44 a.m. | Alarm | Canaday Library
Alarm activated in the special collections section but there was no apparent cause for the alarm.
8:39 a.m. | Parking| Canaday Loading Dock
Boot put on an illegally parked vehicle with other citations.
10:25 a.m. | Information Received | Pem West
Sign placed on the dance studio door reassigning a class to a different dance studio. The sign did not appear to be legitimate and the contact information on the sign did not belong to a Bryn Mawr employee.
10:39 a.m. | Parking | Wyndham Lot
Boot put on a vehicle with multiple unpaid citations.
Wednesday, February 19
10:52 p.m. | Intrusion Alarm | English House
First floor window found open but no one found in the building.
Thursday, February 20
1:28 a.m. | Alcohol Transport | Brecon
Underage student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for alcohol intoxication/vomiting.
5:23 p.m. | Institutional Vandalism | Erdman
Blue and purple chalk graffiti found on the exterior of Erdman, saying “if they want to they will.”
4:15 p.m. | Vehicle Accident | Off Campus
Blue bus was struck by another vehicle on Montgomery Ave.
7:10 p.m. | Medical Transport | Denbigh
Student hit in the face with a door and transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital.
Friday, February 21
11:23 a.m. | Larceny Theft | Old Library & Taylor
A women’s bathroom sign was stolen from each building.
11:49 a.m. | Institutional Vandalism | Schwartz Gym
Students seen writing their names on the exterior of the building. Students left the area before being identified but the names on the wall were documented.
10:56 p.m. | Alcohol Transport | Old Library
Underage student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for alcohol intoxication/vomiting.
Saturday, February 22
12:02 a.m. | Alcohol Transport | Rockefeller
Underage student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for alcohol intoxication/vomiting.
12:04 a.m. | Alcohol | Merion
Underage student evaluated for alcohol intoxication/vomiting but cleared to stay by Narberth EMS.
12:47 a.m. | Alcohol Transport | New Dorm
Student transported to Bryn Mawr Hospital for alcohol intoxication/vomiting. Student also consumed cough syrup. Student was of legal drinking age.
5:54 p.m. | Trespass | Rockefeller
Visitor was found on the roof where Pembroke meets Rockefeller. Visitor was identified as a student’s boyfriend. Visitor was safely removed and a facilities request was submitted to secure the 3rd floor window.
Sunday, February 23
5:52 a.m. | Larceny Theft | Old Library
Israel flags stolen from professor’s door. Exact timing of the incident is unknown.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
Feb. 24 through March 3, 2025
Posted on Monday, March 3, 2025
Monday, February 24
12:04 pm | Well-Being Check | Denbigh
Campus safety checked on a student at the request of staff. Student was put in contact with the staff member.
Tuesday, February 25
12:16 pm | Booted Vehicle | Athletics
Lot A boot was placed on a vehicle for numerous unpaid citations.
Wednesday, February 26
12:06 pm | Booted Vehicle | Athletics Lot
A boot was placed on a vehicle for numerous unpaid citations.
Thursday, February 27
9:01 am | Medical Transport | Rhoads
A student was transported by Campus safety to the hospital at their request for an illness.
11:23 am | Booted Vehicle | Erdman
A boot was placed on a vehicle for numerous unpaid citations.
Friday, February 28
10:39 am | Information Received | Erdman
Numerous posters were reported affixed to a wall. The posters were removed by Facilities without any damage.
Saturday, March 2
1:49 am | Safety Hazard | Bettws y Coed
Wires were reported down along the sidewalk. The area was blocked off and utility company notified.
3:24 am | Liquor Law | Pem Arch
Campus Safety evaluated and assisted a student for alcohol illness.
3:42 am | Fire Alarm | Merion
Campus Safety responded for a fire alarm. There was no indication of fire. Facilities notifed.
6:32 pm | Vandalism | Rockefeller Arch
Posters were found posted to the walls. The posters were affixed with a strong adhesive and could not be completely removed. Facilities notified.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
March 3 through March 10, 2025
Posted on Monday, March 10, 2025
Monday, March 3
10:24 p.m. | Theft | Rhoads
A student reports that an Instacart order left at the building entrance was taken.
Tuesday, March 4
12:29 am Suspicious Odor Rhoads
A student parent reported the odor of marijuana in the dorm. The source of the odor could not be determined.
Wednesday, March 5
4:40 pm Medical Transport Campus Safety
A student was transported to the Wellness center for an ankle injury.
Sunday, March 9
3:14 a.m. | Medical Transport | Merion
A student was transported by Campus safety to the hospital for a foot injury.
1:41 a.m. | Burglar Alarm | Old Library
CS responded for an alarm in Special Collection. Appropriate parties were notified.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
March 10 through March 17, 2025
Posted on Monday, March 17, 2025
Friday, March 14
6:59 p.m. | Information Received | Pen-Y Groes
Students were reported utilizing a fire pit without authorization. Students advised the fire was extinguished.
Saturday, March 15 | 5:33 a.m. | Fire Alarm | Pem East
Campus Safety found an activated alarm. No fire or smoke were present.
5:30 p.m. | Check Well Being | Rhoads
Campus Safety checked on a student at the request of a family member. The student had been sleeping and was advised to contact their family.
5:59 p.m. | Information Received | Pen-Y-Groes
Students were reported utilizing a fire pit without authorization. Students advised the fire was extinguished.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
March 17 through March 24, 2025
Monday, March 17
1:48 p.m. | Odor/ Facilities Notification | Carpenter
CSD responded for an odor. Facilities believes odor caused by a leaf blower.
3:34 p.m. | Property Damage | Ward Lot
A staff member reports that someone had backed into her car while it was unattended, causing damage to the vehicle.
Wednesday, March 19
10:33 a.m. | Well Being Check | Rhoads
Campus Safety checked on a student at the request of a family member. The student later contacted CS and was advised to call her family.
9:57 p.m. | Fire Alarm | Pem East
CS responded for a fire alarm activated by burnt popcorn.
Thursday, March 20
2:21 p.m. | Medical Response | Park Science
CS assisted a student feeling lightheaded.
3:23 p.m. | Assist Campus Department | Rhoads
CS assisted Residential Life in checking on a student.
11:55 p.m. | Liquor Law | Brecon
CS responded for an intoxicated student. The student refused further care but remained with friends.
Friday, March 21
3:51 p.m. | Assist Agency | Wyndham
CS safety assisted police after a 911 call was received. The call was determined to be made in error.
4:19 p.m. | Assist Campus Department | Pem West
CS assisted Residential life on a follow-up.
Saturday, March 22
12:14 a.m. | Alcohol | Radnor
CS responded for an intoxicated student. The student remained on campus following evaluation by EMS.
1:12 a.m. | Liquor Law | Merion
CS responded for an intoxicated student. The student remained on campus following evaluation by EMS.
4:00 p.m. | Information Received | Campus Safety
CS assisted a student by storing items concerning to another student.
Sunday, March 23
11:30 a.m. | Medical Transport | New Dorm
Campus Safety transported a student to the hospital at heir request for an ankle injury.
11:57 a.m. | Well Being Check | Brecon
CS checked on the well being of a student regarding concerns by a classmate. The student was provided resources in case of future need.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
March 24 through March 30, 2025
Monday, March 24
3:13 p.m. | Odor Investigation | Denbigh
CS responded for an odor of incense. The source could not be located.
10:49 p.m. | Vehicle Accident | Campus Safety
A student reported that her vehicle was struck while parked and unattended. The operator left a note and contact number.
Tuesday, March 25
9:25 a.m. | Medical Transport | Rockefeller
CS transported as student to the hospital at their request for an allergic reaction.
Wednesday, March 26
8:53 a.m. | Information Received | Erdman
Campus Safety was informed of posters being affixed to the building regarding the Israel/Palestine conflict. The posters were removed prior to arrival.
5:07 p.m. | Medical Transport | Guild
CS transported a student to the hospital for evaluation.
Thursday, March 27
12:00 a.m. | Assist Student | Denbigh
CS assisted a student by rebandaging an injury.
Friday, March 28
10:55 a.m. | Info. Received/Assist Student | Campus Safety
CS assisted a student regarding an unwelcome family member.
4:21 p.m. | Well Being Check | Erdman
CS checked on a student for a staff member. The student was not located but later emailed a dean.
4:50 p.m. | Theft | Res. Life
Staff reports numerous thefts that have occurred in the office space since the Fall semester.
Saturday, March 29
1:06 a.m. | Assist Agency | Merion
CS responded with police for two 911 calls that had been made from the dorm. The area was checked with negative results.
Sunday, March 30
12:36 a.m. | Liquor Law | Brecon
CS safety responded for a student vomiting after alcohol consumption. The student was evaluated and deemed well enough to remain on campus.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
March 31 through April 5, 2025
Monday, March 31
6:30 a.m. | Fire Alarm | Rhoads
CS responded for a fire alarm in a room. The cause was undetermined.
Tuesday, April 1
5:27 a.m. | Intrusion Alarm | English
CS responded for an alarm. An open window was found on the second floor. It does not appear that entry was made into the building.
1:42 p.m. | Suspicious Circumstances | Rhoads
CS responded for a report of numerous items that had been torn off of bulletin boards on the floor.
Friday, April 4
9:25 p.m. | Vehicle Accident | Off Campus
A college owned vehicle struck another legally parked and unoccupied vehicle causing minor damage to both vehicles. A police report was filed.
Saturday, April 5
7:05 p.m. | Medical Transport | Erdman
CS transported a student to the hospital at their request for an illness.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Bryn Mawr College Campus Safety
April 7 through April 14, 2025
Monday, April 7
2:34 p.m. | Theft | Pem East
A student reports a theft of clothing form the laundry. Additional thefts were also reported throughout the semester.
Tuesday, April 8
8:49 a.m. | Check Well Being | Erdman
CS checked on a student at the request of a staff member. The student was not located. The staff member was advised.
Wednesday, April 9
2:19 p.m. | Fire Alarm | Pem West
CS responded for a fire alarm. Unknown reason for activation. Facilities advised.
Thursday, April 10
2:31 p.m. | Fire Alarm | Park
CS responded for a fire alarm. Unknown reason for activation. Facilities advised.
4:46 p.m. | Vehicle Accident | Lusty Cup
A vehicle accident involving a campus vehicle was reported. No injuries were reported, minor damage to the vehicle.
Friday, April 11
9:49 a.m. | Well Being Check | Rhoads
Campus Safety checked on a student at the request of a family member. The student was contacted and advised to call their family.
5:19 p.m. | Fire Alarm |Batten
CS responded for a fire alarm caused by cooking. Students cleaned the oven and the building was ventilated.
Saturday, April 12
11:56 p.m. | Medical Transport | Merion
CS transported a student to the hospital at their request for an illness.
Sunday, April 13
7:38 a.m. | Fraud | BMC Campus
A student reports an attempt by an international entity to obtain financial information. The student became suspicious and discontinued the contact.
There were no other significant incidents to report.
Contact Us
Campus Safety Department
John Maloney Memorial Building
Phone: (610) 526-7911
Lil Burroughs
Bi-Co Executive Director, Campus Safety
Phone: (610) 526-7911