Security Cameras

To enhance safety and security efforts within the halls, co-ops, family housing, and dining centers, security video cameras may be placed in a hall, lobby, or other public areas. Generally these cameras are typically in set locations. However, if there is concern for property damage or personal security concerns, cameras may also be temporarily placed to monitor an area. To ensure personal privacy, the cameras are located and record data only in areas that are considered public within the halls, co-ops, family housing, and dining centers. While many of these areas are off limits to non-residents and their guests, they are areas where people would not expect to be private. (e.g. cameras are NOT placed in restrooms, student rooms, etc.)

These cameras are not continuously monitored, but are intended to be used in investigations of alleged policy violations. If issues arise and images are needed to address property damage or personal security concerns, the OSU Department of Public Safety is the coordinating agency assigned to control access to that information.

If you have questions regarding the cameras or the use of recorded information, please contact UHDS.