Santa Clara University

Bomb Threats

Bomb threats are to be treated with the utmost seriousness. To ensure the safety of the faculty, staff, students and the general campus, bomb threats must be considered real until proven otherwise. In most cases, bomb threats are meant to disrupt normal activities. Building evacuation due to a bomb threats is a decision to be made by the Santa Clara Police and Fire Department.

Use this form to record important information following a bomb threat (PDF).

Who do I contact in an emergency?

If the emergency IS life threatening, dial 911. If the emergency is NOT life threatening, contact Campus Safety (408-554-4444).

Emergency Service Requests should be called into Facilities immediately at 408-554-4742 and select Option #1.

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