Student ID Cards

Each undergraduate and graduate student of Academy of Art University is issued a Student Identification (ID) Card. Your ID card serves as proof of status with Academy of Art University and provides access to many resources provided by the university such as dining hall meals, access to buildings and residence halls, use of the libraries and athletic facilities, and a debit program for certain purchases.

All students must maintain and carry a current ID card for the entire period that they are affiliated with the university. You are responsible for the care and safekeeping of the ID card, and it should be protected and carried at all times. Protecting the ID card reduces the risk of abuse related to privileges and funds associated with the ID card and extends the life of the card. Holes should not be punched in the ID card and the use of stickers, pins, or other items affixed to the ID card is prohibited. No one other than the student to whom the card is issued is to use the ID card, and the card is the property of Academy of Art University and must be presented upon the request of an appropriate university official and may be revoked at any time by the University.

Procedure
1. Obtaining the Student ID Card
The initial Student ID card is issued without charge and may be obtained from the Academy Campus Safety Command Center at 180 New Montgomery Room B-83.

2. Reporting a lost or stolen card
If you've lost your ID card, please report it as soon as possible. Placing a card on "lost" status protects you by de-activating the associated ID card privileges and funds. Report a stolen card to Academy of Art University Campus Safety Department either in person at 180 New Montgomery Street B-83 during normal building hours or by calling 1-415-618-3911 at any time. Once the card is reported as lost, it cannot be used by anyone until it is re-activated or is replaced by a newly printed card.

3. Replacing a Missing or Damaged ID Card
You can get a replacement ID card from the Academy Comm Center at 180 New Montgomery Street B-83 during normal building hours.

The process of obtaining a new ID card will include disabling other card(s) which you may have been issued.

If the most recently issued ID card becomes unusable due to normal wear and tear, it will be replaced at no charge.

If an ID card is stolen along with other valuables, it will be replaced at no charge with an accompanying police report from a valid police agency.

If for any other reason an ID card needs to be replaced, there is a $30.00 non-refundable ID card replacement fee, and can be obtained by either or the two methods listed below.

1. Visiting the Accounts Receivable Dept. at 150 Hayes (4^th floor) and pay the fee in person with cash, check, or credit card.
2. Calling the Accounts Receivable Dept. at 415-618-6429, and pay the fee with a credit card.

Please present the email verification or hard copy receipt to the Academy Communication Center agent who will then process the new ID card.

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Emergency Preparedness

All students are encouraged to watch the short emergency preparedness video. It provides important information that all students should know in preparation for an emergency on campus, and includes the safe assembly zones for each Academy academic building where classes are held. Watch the Emergency Preparedness Video

The Academy of Art University's Emergency Preparedness Plan has been prepared to provide a framework for the university’s overall emergency preparedness. How quickly a company recovers after an earthquake, fire, or power outage often depends on the emergency planning done today. Establishing guidelines and procedures to prepare for natural and man-made disasters helps ensure that the Academy responds effectively to any emergency situation. A commitment to planning supports not only our faculty, staff, and students–it impacts the greater community. In an emergency situation, everyone benefits from being prepared.

What does the Plan do?

• Establishes guidelines and procedures to allow Academy of Art University to effectively respond to any emergency
• Provides a framework for response to emergency situations that could impact normal Academy operations
• Describes the emergency response system that protects life, property, and the environment

What are the Academy's Emergency Priorities?

During an emergency, the Academy has three major priorities:

1. First and foremost is our goal to protect the lives and safety of our faculty, staff, and students
2. Next, we will secure the University’s critical infrastructure and facilities
3. And finally, the Academy will support the resumption of teaching and the overall operation of the university

Structure of the Plan
The Plan focuses on the three primary phases of crisis management:

• Now—How to respond to the immediate crisis, how to evacuate the building, and where are the safe zones for each building and other important information.
• Next—Once the immediate crisis is over, the plan gives guidance on how to begin to get back to normal operations.
• Normal—The plan identifies the activities that will move Academy of Art University toward normal operations.

The Plan is designed to aid communication and decision-making during emergencies. The Plan addresses:

• Immediate Crisis—The Plan describes the Emergency Operations Center organizational structure that will respond to the crisis and work collaboratively with the police, fire department and other first responders.
• A Variety of Crisis Scenarios—The plan describes how to deal with and manage specific types of emergencies/disasters such as fire, earthquake, significant power outage, and other types of emergencies.
• Staying Prepared—The plan serves as a means for providing ongoing educational materials for employees and students on the basics of emergency preparedness and response.

How can you prepare for an emergency?

• Sign up for emergency text messages from the Campus Safety Department as seen documented further down this page.
• Know what the alarm sounds like that signals you to exit the building.
• Know how to exit your building and where the safe zone is.
• Know what is expected in a variety of emergency situations such as fire, earthquake, severe weather, workplace violence, etc.
• Know who your building warden is and who your floor warden is.
• Keep Campus Safety’s phone number (1-415-618-3911) close to your telephone and/or on speed dial on your cell phone. If you are unsure how to respond to an emergency, call Campus Safety and follow their instructions.

What You Need to Do In an Emergency

Stay calm, contact Campus Safety at (1-415-618-3911) and then follow their directions.
Depending on the situation you may be instructed to evacuate the building or shelter in place.

Evacuating the Building:

• Do not use the elevator
• Take the stairs—always know where the stairwell is in relation to your classroom
• Alert the floor warden if you have a student or colleague who has a mobility, sight, or hearing impairment
• Leave the building and go to the designated safe zone—do not leave the area until you have been dismissed
• Watch the Emergency Preparedness Video for a map of safe zones (https://live4.academyart.edu/studentemergency1009/)

Sheltering in Place:
If you have been told to shelter in place due to a potentially violent situation:

• Secure the door to your office or classroom by either locking it or putting furniture against the door
• Gather in a corner of the room that is to the right or left of the door. Do not gather near the door or directly across from the door
• Sit quietly on the floor until the all-clear signal is given
• Maintaining silence is very important in this situation—do not talk or make any noise.

Following an Emergency or Disaster:

• Follow the instructions from Campus Safety and/or First Responders
• You may be asked to refrain from using your cell phone, particularly in the event of an earthquake
• Implement the personal emergency plan that your family may have put into place, and contact family members/friends outside of the Bay Area per your family’s plan
• Report to a Red Cross shelter if your home has been damaged/compromised such as it might be following an earthquake

If the Disaster or Emergency Takes Place on the Weekend or After-Hours:

• You will receive a text message from Campus Safety if you have signed up for this free service
• Tune to KCBS AM 740, KGO AM 810 or go to the Academy of Art University website for information
• Contact your department’s emergency coordinator