Personal Safety

STATE UNIVERSITY 2011 Bulletin for Students and Parents Personal Safety on Campus July 14, 2011 Overview State University prides itself as having one of the safest campuses in the entire northeast. Still, it cannot be stressed enough that personal safety, either on campus or off, is a shared responsibility. Students mustiness understand that our campus security measures are only as effective as the precautions students carry on to ensure their own safety. In response to concerns over a 2010 incident in which a male student was accosted and robbed by a local resident, State University has prepared this bulletin as a primer on personal safety.Please talk with your student before the 20112012 school year begins about this progressively big issue. If you induce questions or specific concerns, please feel liberal to call our Campus Security surgical incision at (555)555. 1212. A Message from the President - At State University, we consider the safety of our students and faculty of design importance. During the first week of classes, we will be offering daily seminars on campus safety. Students are strongly support to attend one of these sessions. Personal Safety Know Your SurroundingsIf you detect suspicious activity, act immediately to retreat yourself from danger. If you find yourself in a dangerous situation, follow these steps 1. Trust your instincts and dont take unnecessary risks. 2. label for attention while moving to a lighted or populated area. 3. Call campus police (x1099) or 911. 4. If there is a fire alarm go aboutby, activate it. 5. If necessary, defend yourself with your keys or a pen. 6. Get yourself out of the situation as quickly as possible. At Home Discuss safety issues with your roommates and make sure you all have an understanding when it comes to safety.Agree to keep doors and windows locked, especially at night. Keep important safety numbers near your phone (see the end of this bulletin). never open the door for strangers or let st rangers into the building, even if they claim to be friends with a resident. Take the following individual precautions * Never leave messages on your door announcing your whereabouts. * Always have your keys ready before reaching the door. * Never loan your keys to anyone. * Never land open an entry door. * Do not write your name or address on your keys. * report any defective locks immediately. Property SafetyPerhaps the most common yet preventable crime on college campuses is post theft. Following is a list of the most commonly stolen items * * MP3 players * Cash * Jewelry * Bicycles * Skateboards * Laptops * Wallets/Purses * Backpacks * CDs/DVDs * Books * Cell phones * Credit card game Take the same precautions you would use to protect yourself. There is no need for flashy or costly jewelry on campus leave especially valuable jewelry in the safety of your home. Remember that you have to rely not only on yourself taking precautions, but also your roommates being responsible fo r your belongings, so discuss this with them.Never carry large amounts of cash and never leave your belongings unattended in the library or other common areas. Keep a list of serial numbers in look stolen property is recovered. believe registering your bicycle with the SUCSSsponsored retrieval program. Common Safety Tips * Always carry your cell phone. all important(predicate) numbers are given at the end of this bulletin. * Carry a safety whistle, available free of charge at the Student Center. * Learn to defend yourself with unconventional weapons, such as your keys or a pen. * Avoid walking alone or in poorly lit areas at night.Use the Buddy System. * If you must walk at night, get a portable flashlight. * Be prepared. Know how you will respond beforehand. * Consider taking a self-defense course. * Keep your purse or handbag draped over your shoulder. * Never hitch a ride with someone you do not know. * If walking or jogging near the road, always face oncoming traffic. Impor tant Numbers Campus PDx1099Strickland Hall, 211 City Police91134 agency Road Fire Dept555. 31237 Post Road Hospital555. 123419 Liberty Street Campus MDx1010Strickland Hall, 110