STAYING SAFE ON CAMPUS

General Safety
-- Be aware and assertive. Learn to use and trust your intuitions about the environment and others.
-- Keep emergency phone numbers handy and always carry enough change to make emergency calls. You can dial 911 directly from a public pay phone without inserting change.

On Your Way Home
-- Walk in well traveled and lighted areas. Avoid dark and isolated shortcuts.
-- Have your keys out and ready to unlock your car, home, etc. Hold your keys between your fingers to use as a defense against assault.

On the Street
-- Appear and act aware and self-confident. Many would-be attackers rely on the element of surprise.
-- Avoid using your cell phone or iPod while walking alone at night.
-- Establish eye contact and, if approached suspiciously, assert yourself in a loud, strong voice (e.g. “No , I can’t help you” or “Get away from me!”).

In Your Car
-- Always check the backseat before getting into your vehicle.
Have your keys in hand and ready as you approach your vehicle.