If the college or university has a security office rather than a campus police department, it is critical that the local police department be called in to assist on-campus residents. If so, the victim might be encouraged to call them before contacting the police. If so, often an Ombudsperson can do things such as get the a parking assignment changed so that the person who received the threat can park in a different lot. Of course, if the threat comes from on-campus , this may be less helpful. Individuals are encouraged to document threats made to them.
Documentation can take many forms.
It can be a personal accounting system such as a journal, which the individual may report immediately or save for later use. If allegations of code of student conduct violations are made against students, the campus judicial affairs unit will become involved. Counseling is available for those who have been affected and want support. LGBT offices often hear complaints of stalking, and can provide students with information about stalking and means of dealing with threatening situations. In addition, on many campuses, police will shadow a community member who is being stalked on campus to provide security in cases where violence is a strong possibility.