Texas State University has released its 2025 Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR), which provides required Clery Act crime statistics for 2022, 2023, and 2024. Clery statistics reflect reports of crime, not necessarily crimes that have occurred or crimes that have been investigated by University Police.
The report underscores the university’s commitment to safety and transparency while outlining policies, procedures, and programs that protect the Bobcat community.
TXST President Kelly Damphousse emphasized the university’s on-going commitment to safety:
“Creating and maintaining a learning, living, and working environment where all Bobcats feel safe and secure is essential to Texas State University’s mission. While this report is required by federal law under the Clery Act, it is much more than a compliance document. It is a tool that helps keep our community informed and engaged in supporting safety on our campuses. Every report of a crime is taken seriously, and TXST continues to make the safety and security of students and employees a priority.
We have made significant progress in building a model Clery Act Program at TXST, and this important work will continue on behalf of current and future Bobcats. I remain firmly committed to ensuring the safety and security of our campuses.”
The Big Picture: Safety on TXST Campuses
From Fall 2022 to Fall 2024, on-campus student occupancy increased nearly 24% and overall enrollment increased 6.5%, which can contribute to an increase in Clery reported crimes.
Even with this growth at TXST, the number of overall crimes that UPD investigated dropped from 201 crimes to 125 crimes from 2023 to 2024, a decrease of 38% (Source: National Incident-Based Reporting System).
In 2024, Texas State was the sixth largest public university in Texas, reporting 3.09 investigated crimes per 10,000 students—a significantly lower crime rate than the five largest state universities, which ranged from 3.63 to 15.01 crimes investigated per 10,000 students.
While Clery reports have risen in some areas, TXST campuses remain safe places to learn, live, and work.
Understanding Clery Reporting
Clery statistics reflect reports of crime, not necessarily crimes that have occurred or crimes that have been investigated by University Police. A report is counted whenever a crime is witnessed or brought to the attention of a Campus Security Authority (such as a Resident Assistant, coach, or faculty or staff member) or to law enforcement.
Annual numbers may reflect both new incidents and late reports of incidents that had not been disclosed in the year they allegedly occurred.
Overall Trends
The 2025 report shows changes from 2023 to 2024 across all categories.
- Reports of aggravated assault, alcohol violations, drug violations, and dating violence decreased.
- Reports of rape and stalking remained constant.
- Reports of burglary, fondling, motor vehicle theft, domestic violence, and weapons arrests increased.
Some of these changes reflect late reporting, stronger reporting efforts, and campus growth, and are explained in more detail in the key trends below.
Key Trends from the 2025 Report
- Late Reporting: Several incidents that occurred in prior years were not reported until 2024, increasing this year’s total case numbers. For instance, reports from one interpersonal relationship led to the addition of 21 Domestic Violence, 12 Rape, and 9 Fondling incidents, all of which took place in 2021 but were not disclosed until 2024. Therefore, these are reflected in the 2024 reported crime numbers. The additions of these late reports impact 2024 data. For example, in 2024, not including the late reporting, there was a substantial decline in newly reported rape cases.
- Domestic Violence: Of the 86 alleged incidents reported in 2024, 63 reports involved current or former partners, and 23 reports involved roommates. Twenty-five of the reports involved threats or intimidation rather than physical violence, and 24 of the reports were about incidents that were alleged to have occurred in previous years.
- Motor Vehicle Theft: Vehicle thefts increased in 2024, which includes incidents involving smaller vehicles (nine scooters or electric bikes, two motorcycles, and one golf cart).
- Alcohol/Drug Violations: A sharp decline in referrals between 2023 and 2024 reflects updated alignment with state law definitions of “possession,” not necessarily a change in behavior or enforcement.
Commitment to Safety
TXST takes every report seriously, and it continues to strengthen programs, resources, and communication channels that protect the community. The Clery Report is not only a legal requirement, but also an important part of how the university remains transparent and accountable.
To further enhance safety, TXST UPD has grown initiatives that build awareness, improve prevention, and provide stronger support for students, faculty, and staff:
- Student Leadership and Training: The Bobcat Guardian Ambassador Program trains peer leaders, while programs like Rape Aggression Defense (RAD) courses and Community Response Simulation Day equip students, faculty, and staff with hands-on safety skills.
- Safe Transportation: Safe Rides and Emergency Safe Rides provide more than 30,000 annual rides, reducing impaired driving, while also offering immediate support for students who are seeking safe transportation options.
- Immersive Experiences: Behind the Badge ride-alongs and the Mounted Patrol Unit—the first of its kind at a Texas university—give students insight into policing while enhancing UPD’s campus visibility.
- Victim Support and Prevention: UPD leads national conversations through the Leave No Victim Behind Conference, and it provides ongoing education on sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, and stalking prevention.
- Campus Security Enhancements: Emergency blue phones, annual Campus Safety Walks, and the Campus Safety Committee address safety concerns, while upgraded lighting, cameras, and security technology further strengthen security on all campuses.
- Reporting Campaigns: Expanded outreach and awareness initiatives encourage timely reporting of safety concerns.
- Training and Education: Ongoing programs for faculty, staff, and students reinforce a culture of awareness, prevention, and accountability.
- Partnerships and Support Services: Collaboration with local law enforcement and community organizations enhances safety, alongside expanded access to campus support services.
- Community Connection: Initiatives such as Slices and Sirens pizza nights, Game Day Guardians, and Chat with the Chief foster open dialogue between officers and the student community.
The full Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available online at TXST Clery Compliance.