General Information
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FIDM is dedicated to providing a safe working and learning environment. All students are informed of campus security procedures during orientation and employees are informed upon hire. While Security plays a role in ensuring the campus remains as safe as possible, students and employees are also responsible for their own safety, as well as for the safety of those around them. Students and employees should be familiar with FIDM’s campus security procedures and report an incident when it occurs. For information on FIDM’s campus security policies and crime statistics, please see FIDM’s most recent Annual Safety and Security Report. A paper copy of the report is available upon request.
Download or view the Annual Safety & Security Report (PDF)
TO REPORT A CRIME OR EMERGENCY
Students and employees should report any and all suspicious campus activity immediately upon witnessing it. Students, faculty, and staff are strongly encouraged to report all crimes to local law enforcement. Dial 9-1-1 for emergencies only. Any suspicious activity or person seen in the parking lots or loitering around vehicles or inside the building should be reported to the local law enforcement agency. The Annual Safety and Security Report contains applicable contact information.
Off-campus: Report any crime to the local police. For emergencies, please call 911.
On-campus: Report any crime, emergency, and/or suspicious or potentially criminal activity immediately to the FIDM Campus Security Authorities.
- Los Angeles Campus: 213-624-1200 x2020
To maintain compliance with Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (“Clery Act”), Higher Education Act (“HEA”) requirements, and related statutes and regulations, and in an effort to continuously promote and improve safety and security measures on campus, FIDM collects and publishes information regarding its security policies, available services and crime statistics. Once collected, the information is presented annually in the Annual Safety and Security Report (“the Report”) to current students, faculty, staff, and to the public. FIDM distributes the Report to all enrolled students and current employees via a notice by electronic mail stating that the current version of the Report has been posted to FIDM’s website. A paper copy is also available upon request. Any questions about this Report should be directed to Lisa Davis, Executive Assistant to Vice President, Education & Title IX Coordinator, who serves as the Campus Security Survey Administrator at 213.624.1200, extension 3017 or ldavis@fidm.edu.
FIDM’s most recent Annual Safety and Security Report can be found at https://fidm.edu/about/policies-disclosures/general-info.php in the Personal Safety & Crime Prevention on Campus section.
The Daily Crime Log records all alleged crimes reported to a campus security authority. It is organized by the date of the report and includes the date of the crime, in addition to the nature, location, and disposition of each crime. The Daily Crime Log is available at the Security Desk (Rotunda). The crime log for the most recent 60‐day period is open for public inspection, upon request, during normal business hours. Any portion of the log that is older than 60 days must be made available within two business days of a request for public inspection. Crime logs must be kept for three years following the publication of the last annual security report to which they apply (in effect, seven years).
The FIDM campus is located in downtown Los Angeles with many public transportation options available to meet students’ needs. For information on selective transportation schedules, student discounts on public transportation, and directions, students should contact the Student Activities Office.
Students should contact the Student Activities Office for parking information in the surrounding community.
While FIDM does not have a Health and Wellness Center, first-aid supplies are available. Please contact the campus receptionist, at 213-624-1200, for specific information about first-aid supply locations. In alignment with public health guidelines, COVID-19 vaccinations are recommended, but not required for all students and staff. Students may visit the Student Activities Office or the Personal Counseling Office for health insurance brochures and other health information. Health resources are not affiliated with FIDM.
The FIDM Student Lounge is a place to eat lunch, catch up on homework, get information, participate in campus events and activities, or to relax. Microwaves and vending machines are also available for student use.
The Student Newsletter publishes important announcements from all FIDM Departments and can be found in the Student Activities Office and Student Lounge, and on the FIDM Portal and Canvas.
All current students must display their FIDM Student Photo ID and a valid quarter sticker while on campus. This card is required for access to the FIDM campus, and it allows students to check out books and DVDs in the Library, pick up books and supplies from the Bookroom, print in the Library/IDEA Center and computer labs, and receive student discounts around town. The fee for a lost FIDM Student Photo ID is $10.
Lost & Found is located at the FIDM Security Desk, 1st floor (Rotunda).
In an earthquake, falling objects pose the greatest danger. Students should get under a sturdy desk or table if possible. Kneel down and cover the head with the arms. Duck, cover and hold. If evacuation is necessary, students should follow the arrows to the nearest exit as indicated on the Emergency Procedures maps posted behind classroom doors.
In the event of an emergency, students receive “FIDM Alert” messages via cell phone, email, and/or text messaging. It is the student’s responsibility to provide current contact information quarterly in order to receive timely communications. To ensure the optimal level of performance in an emergency, FIDM will regularly conduct a test of the emergency alert notification system. Phone calls and text messages are subject to the conditions and rates of the student's particular calling plan. FIDM will not be held responsible for any charges billed by cell phone providers in efforts to relay information.
Emergency evacuation procedures are located on the back of the classroom doors.
It is important that students familiarize themselves with fire evacuation procedures. If the fire alarm rings, students must evacuate the building. Students should follow the arrows to the nearest exit as indicated on the Emergency Procedures maps posted behind classroom doors.
Color and black/white printing and copying are available in the Library/IDEA Center with a valid FIDM Student Photo ID card.
View computer specifications for your major on the following page Student Policies, Student Conduct Responsibilities tab.
