Which buildings should NOT be reported if they are within the core campus?

The correct answer identifies private apartment buildings as those that should not be reported when determining Clery Act crime statistics for a campus. The Clery Act focuses on reporting crime statistics for institutions of higher education within specific geographical areas that are considered part of the campus. These areas typically include buildings owned or controlled by the institution and used for educational purposes, such as libraries, faculty office buildings, and other campus facilities.

Private apartment buildings, however, are usually not owned or controlled by the institution. They are often leased or rented by students but do not fall under the university's jurisdiction for reporting purposes. The ownership and control aspect is crucial, as the Clery Act is designed to address crimes occurring in spaces for which the institution has responsibility and can provide safety policies or resources. Thus, since these private apartments are not part of the institution's operational or educational environment, they are excluded from Clery reporting.

In contrast, campus libraries, students' personal residences that may be considered on-campus housing, and faculty office buildings are all under the jurisdiction of the institution and play a recognized role in the educational environment, making them required contexts for Clery Act reporting.