Alerts

Sept. 11, 2025

A Message From President Joe: 

I want to take a moment to thank you, sincerely and wholeheartedly, for your calm, cooperation, and care during today’s shelter in place directive on our Galloway campus. 

The decision to issue the directive was made out of an abundance of caution, following notification from the Stockton University Police Department of a reported shooting incident in the surrounding off-campus area. While the incident did not occur on campus, the safety of our students, faculty, and staff is always our highest priority. 

Our emergency response protocols were activated quickly and thoughtfully, and our teams worked to provide timely, accurate updates through our official communication channels. I recognize how unsettling it can be to receive an alert like that, and I want to commend you for your patience, understanding, and commitment to following the guidance provided. 

We are deeply grateful to our Stockton University Police Department for their vigilance and swift action, as well as to the Galloway Township Police Department, New Jersey State Police and all other local, county, and state law enforcement agencies who responded with professionalism and care. Their coordination and partnership are essential to keeping our community safe. 

I also want to acknowledge that even when no direct threat materializes, events like this can leave a lasting emotional impact. If you're feeling unsettled or anxious, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Support is available: 

• Counseling Services: Professional counselors are available to provide confidential support to students. 

• UWill: Free, immediate access to teletherapy 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Faculty and staff can access counseling and wellness resources through Stockton’s EAP. 

• Wellness Center: Open to all students for health, mental health, and prevention services. 

Updates regarding dining services and shuttle operations are available on the Alerts page. 

As I often say, Stockton is strong because of all of you. Your ability to stay steady, informed, and kind, especially in uncertain moments, speaks volumes about the Ethic of Care that defines our community. 

We will always prioritize your safety. We will always communicate with transparency. And we will continue to navigate challenges together, grounded in care, resilience, and trust. 

Thank you again for your cooperation and understanding. Please take good care of yourselves and one another. 

With appreciation, 
President Joe 

 

4:03 PM: STOCKTON ALERT: All Clear has been issued by Stockton Police. The shelter-in-place order has been lifted. A police presence remains on campus. Use caution exiting campus. More details will be available at www.stockton.edu/alerts.

• All classes and activities are canceled for the rest of today. A regular schedule will resume tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 12.

• Shuttle operations will resume shortly.

• Campus dining operations will resume after 5 PM.

 

3:15 PM: STOCKTON ALERT: Continue to shelter in place at the Galloway Campus until Stockton Police issues all-clear. Do not come to campus. All classes and activities are canceled at all Stockton campuses for the rest of the day. Check www.stockton.edu/alerts for updates.

 

2:31 PM: STOCKTON ALERT: A shelter-in-place remains in effect at the Galloway Campus. Do not come to campus until further notice. Continue to shelter in place until Stockton Police issues all-clear. Check www.stockton.edu/alerts for updates.

 

2:19 PM: Update--The suspect vehicle is a white Honda CRV SUV. Continue sheltering in place until Stockton Police issues all-clear.

 

2:05 PM: Continue to shelter in place. Galloway Township Police are seeking two suspects in a white sedan connected to an off-campus shooting. The suspect passenger is a white male with a green shirt and long blond hair. The vehicle entered Vera King Farris Drive at Jimmie Leeds Road, traveling north through campus and has not been located. Continue to shelter in place until Stockton Police issues all-clear. Check www.stockton.edu/alerts for updates.

 

1:44 PM: Continue sheltering in place due to an ongoing police investigation on the Galloway campus.

 

1:19 PM: STOCKTON EMERGENCY: Shelter in place at Galloway Campus. If outside, seek shelter indoors. Remain inside for your safety. Do not exit until Public Safety issues all-clear. Check www.stockton.edu/alerts for updates.