Firearms of any kind, including hunting rifles, are strictly prohibited on campus. This includes residence halls and parking lots. Students are required to notify Security if a gun or weapon is seen on campus. If necessary, civil authorities may be contacted.
The possession or carrying of a dangerous weapon or firearm is prohibited on all property owned, leased, or occupied by the College. Dangerous weapons include, but are not limited to:
- any firearm, loaded or unloaded, including pellet, BB, paint, air, and stun guns
- knives and other similar instruments with a blade length of more than three inches, other than those normally present in the workplace or residence for a specific purpose such as food preparation
- switchblade knives, brass knuckles and similar weapons
- bows, cross-bows and arrows
- explosives and explosive devices, including fireworks
- hazardous chemical agents
- any other item commonly used, or primarily intended for use as a weapon
Policy Exceptions
Toy water guns and "Nerf" guns are only allowed if they can be quickly and easily perceived from any angle to be a toy by an untrained observer. They may only be used with/against knowing and willing recreational participants.
Licensed peace officers acting in the official performance of their assigned duties are exempt from this policy. Other exceptions may be granted for official administrative or educational purposes with permission from the Safety and Security Manager.
In line with Minnesota law, weapons that are kept in strict accordance with the Minnesota Citizens' Personal Protection Act of 2003 and Minnesota Statutes Section 624.714 are allowed in the parking lots, but not CSS buildings or grounds.