Our efforts are not to give you a false sense of security. You need to know that crimes will occur but that prevention efforts can be effective in reducing the opportunities for criminal activity. You play a key role in our crime prevention efforts. Be cautious, careful and alert to your own safety and protection of yours and the University's possessions. Please exercise the crime tips listed below and help avoid victimization.
- Be cautious of strangers
- Avoid getting into vulnerable no-exit places
- Do not hesitate to call police when confronted by unknown persons
- Keep your house or residence hall room locked
- At night, walk in groups of at least two
- Walk with confidence, and avoid walking near bushes or parked cars
- Familiarize yourself with the location of courtesy telephones
- When parking, remove valuables from plain view and lock your vehicle
- Record serial numbers of your property
- Make copies of credit cards and other valuables in your wallet
- Write your name and ID number in several places in textbooks
- Lock your bicycle in a bicycle rack
- Take valuables home when away for an extended period of time
- Report all maintenance problems (broken locks, windows, etc.)
- If you must walk alone, please make sure to use well lighted paths and sidewalks and take the most direct route
- Attend security awareness programs held on campus for valuable information and safety tips
- Use crosswalks and pedestrian crossing signals to safely cross streets
- Be aware of campus services. You are your best protection -- educate yourself
- Report all incidents and losses to Campus Police immediately