Protect Personal Property

  • Engrave your valuables with your I.D.#
  • Do not leave your belongings unattended or unsecured in your room, libraries, locker or classroom.
  • Do not leave valuables in your vehicle even if your vehicle is locked.
  • Lock your door every time you leave.

Sexual Assault - Use your head to protect your body
The Department of Public Safety offers a Sexual Assault Prevention Lecture to groups of student, faculty and staff. We urge you to contact out department to make arrangements. Sexual Assault is the fastest growing felony crime .

  • Be aware of your surroundings.
  • Walk with a friend in well lighted areas.
  • Use the Escort Shuttle to escort you to your vehicle at night.
  • Remember the yellow Emergency Call Boxes located on campus.
  • Have your keys in your hand while approaching your vehicle.
  • Keep your doors locked all times.
  • Check the back seat and floor before entering your vehicle.

How to report suspicious or Criminal Activity

You may report suspicious or criminal activity or other emergencies by dialing the police at 911.  Some of these telephones automatically register your location when you push the button to activate the phone.

 

When walking or jogging:

  • Go with someone
  • Stay away from isolated areas.
  • Try and stay near street lights.
  • Hold your purse or briefcase tightly close to your body.
  • A front pocket is safest for a wallet than a back one.
  • Dress sensibly. tight pants, clogs, or heels make movement difficult.

If you're being followed:

  • Cross the street or change directions.
  • Keep looking back so the person knows you can't be surprised
  • Go to a well lighted area. Enter a store, house, residence hall, class-room, or library - anywhere there are people.
  • Notice and remember as much as possible about the person so you can give a good description later.

If you are held up:

  • Don't resist. No amount of money is worth taking chances with your life.
  • Notify the police immediately. Try to give a description that includes approximate age, height, weight, and details on hair, clothing, jewelry, scars, tattoos - anything that is noticeable.

Where you live:

  • Keep your doors and windows locked day and night.
  • Don't let strangers in.
  • Don't leave a door unlocked for someone planning to come back later.

Protect personal property:

  • Lock your door every time you leave.
  • Engrave expensive equipment and valuables with an ID number.
  • Don't store your purse in an unlocked desk drawer.
  • Don't leave your belongings unattended in libraries, hallways, locker rooms, or classrooms.

If you are working late:

  • Keep your office door locked.
  • Lock all doors behind you when entering or exiting at night.
  • Inform the Police.

In a car:

  • Keep doors locked while driving.
  • Don't pick up hitchhikers.
  • Check the back seat before getting into a car.

Protect your car:

  • Always lock your car and take the keys.
  • Lock valuables in the trunk.
  • Park in well lighted areas.

Report suspicious activity and vandalism immediately.

Emergency Phone Number: 911