Understanding Emergency Response at SCC

Campus safety at SCC is managed by the Office of Campus Police & Security. The Director of Campus Police, Dwight Threet, leads a professional team of sworn Campus Police Officers and Public Safety personnel dedicated to SCC’s unique environment. These officers are SCC’s primary on-site first responders.

Campus Police work closely with Maintenance and Facilities teams, who help identify and address environmental hazards such as flooding, gas leaks, and power failures.

While SCC officers perform many of the same duties as municipal police, their focus is tailored to the campus community. They coordinate with external agencies whenever additional jurisdiction or specialized response is needed.

Effective emergency response relies on collaboration. SCC maintains policies emphasizing strong coordination with local law enforcement, fire departments, emergency medical services, and regional emergency management.

Through SCC’s Emergency Preparedness policies, the College ensures its procedures align with municipal and county-wide response systems.

SCC conducts regular training and drills to strengthen readiness, clarify roles, and help the community understand what to do during a crisis.
The “Campus Safety Appendix – Instructor Guide” reinforces this message:

“If you have an emergency, dial 911… Campus police and public safety personnel are staffed on campus during weekdays, evenings, and weekends.”

All SCC facilities include posted evacuation routes, fire alarms, and emergency signage. Emergency response procedures outline the actions to take during:

• Severe weather (tornadoes, hurricanes)

• Fire or smoke

• Hazardous materials incidents

• Structural damage

• Active threat situations

Examples include seeking shelter in designated interior areas during a tornado, evacuating when structural integrity is compromised, and calling 911 immediately for any life-threatening situation.

For individuals with disabilities or special needs, SCC recommends a buddy-assistance system and provides guidance for supplemental evacuation support.

While SCC provides the institutional framework, every member of the community plays a role in safety. If an incident occurs:

1. If you believe the situation is an emergency—call 911 immediately.

2. Provide your name, phone number, building and room number, the nature of the incident, and where responders can meet you.

3. Follow instructions from emergency responders. Do not move injured individuals unless necessary.

4. If instructed to evacuate, remain calm, leave belongings behind, and proceed to the designated assembly area. Assist others if you can.

5. If instructed to shelter in place—such as during an active threat, hazardous materials release, or tornado—move to the safest area, lock or barricade doors if needed, stay out of sight, and wait for further guidance.

SCC’s emergency procedures are designed to guide a coordinated response, but they are not a substitute for personal preparedness, situational awareness, or training in areas such as CPR or first aid.
Every emergency is different—use good judgment and stay alert to changing conditions.

Preparedness saves lives. Every member of the SCC community has a role in maintaining a safe and secure campus.

For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately.
For campus emergencies or safety concerns, contact Campus Police / Public Safety.

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Vice President of Student Services

Chad Williams
122 Stone Hall
(910) 695-3900

Title IX Coordinator

3395 Airport Road
Stone Hall 110-B
Pinehurst, NC 28374
Email: bluek@sandhills.edu
Phone: (910) 695-3979

Director of Counseling Services / Personal Counselor

Anita Mashburn
229 Stone Hall
(910) 695-3968
mashburna@sandhills.edu

Campus Police Chief

Dwight Threet
108 Wellard Hall
(910) 695-3831
threetd@sandhills.edu

Facilities Director

Steve Garner
105 McKean
(910) 695-3810
garners@sandhills.edu

Human Resources Director

Melanie Avelina
224 Stone Hall
(910) 246-2868
avelinom@sandhills.edu