Former Wesleyan Student Arrested for Bathroom Voyeurism

31 counts of voyeurism charges against Samuel 'VuVu' Schumann for secretly recording female students in dorm bathrooms

Apr. 10, 2026 at 3:38am

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An extreme close-up photograph of a cracked smartphone screen reflecting a faint red light, creating a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic to represent the evidence gathered in a voyeurism crime.The harsh flash photography of a damaged smartphone screen symbolizes the evidence gathered in a disturbing case of campus voyeurism.Middletown Today

On April 6, former University student Samuel 'VuVu' Schumann was arrested on 31 counts of voyeurism for secretly recording 19 female students in Nicolson bathrooms over several months. Schumann was removed from the University last semester following a police investigation that tied him to 95 nude videos of female students. He was released on $100,000 bail and ordered to stay off campus and avoid contacting the victims.

Why it matters

This case has deeply impacted the Wesleyan community, raising concerns about campus safety, privacy violations, and the need for stronger security measures in dorm facilities. The University has committed to enhancing privacy in the Foss Hill buildings where the incidents occurred.

The details

According to police, Schumann used his phone to record the female students in the Nicolson bathroom showers and stalls over several months, starting as early as September 2025. After a search warrant was executed, detectives used campus Wi-Fi data and video timestamps to link the nearly 56 minutes of recordings to Schumann's location. He was initially questioned by police in November 2025 and removed from the University shortly after.

  • On September 9, 2025, the first recordings were discovered on Schumann's phone.
  • On October 22, 2025, the University first notified students about a voyeurism incident in the Nicolson 7 bathroom.
  • On October 27, 2025, the University reported another voyeurism incident in the Nicolson 5 bathroom.
  • On November 4, 2025, police obtained a search warrant for Schumann's phone and computer.
  • On April 6, 2026, Schumann was arrested on 31 counts of voyeurism.

The players

Samuel 'VuVu' Schumann

A former first-year student and ex-member of the University's men's soccer team who was arrested on 31 counts of voyeurism for secretly recording female students in dorm bathrooms.

Jennifer Zito

Schumann's defense counsel who successfully argued for his release on $100,000 bail and a protective order barring him from campus.

Scott Rohde

The Director of Public Safety at Wesleyan University who notified students about the initial voyeurism incidents.

Middletown Police Department (MPD)

The law enforcement agency that investigated the case, executed a search warrant, and ultimately arrested Schumann.

Wesleyan University

The institution where the voyeurism incidents occurred and that has committed to enhancing privacy measures in the affected dorm buildings.

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What they’re saying

“This is a 19-year-old boy. His privacy should be appreciated.”

— Jennifer Zito, Schumann's defense counsel

“Identified victims have already been notified by MPD. Public Safety is available to help connect concerned students to the detective handling the case.”

— Wesleyan University

“After obtaining the arrest warrant, detectives worked for two months to determine the location of Schumann, ultimately coordinating Schumann turning himself in to police.”

— Middletown Police Department

What’s next

Schumann will appear in court again on May 21. If convicted, he will likely be placed on the sex offender registry in Connecticut.

The takeaway

This case has deeply shaken the Wesleyan community and highlighted the urgent need for enhanced privacy and security measures in campus dorms. The University's response in notifying students, providing support resources, and committing to facility upgrades is an important first step, but more work remains to fully address the trauma caused by these violations.