Stay Safe on Campus

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To Students

… let’s face it, safety is somewhat boring compared to the

other things, but it is just as important for you to be

smart about safety so that you can truly enjoy your

college experience.

To Parents

Whether you are sending your first child off to college

or a younger child, treat every child’s experience as if

it is your first child’s experience…Times have

changed. Schools adopt new policies, build new

buildings, and add new staff… You get the picture.

School Shootings

There have been 52 school shootings in 2015 at all levels of

education – daycare, elementary, middle school, high school and

college/university – …Of the 52 school shootings, 21 were at the

college/university level.

--(RT America, 2015)

Lock Your Doors

According to a recent study, as many as 40% of

students don't lock their dorm room door.

--(Siciliano, 2010)

Sexual Assaults

“…one in five college students experiences

sexual assault during their college career.”

--(White House Task Force to Protect Students From Sexual Assault, 2014)

Theft, Burglary and Robbery

What is the difference between a theft, burglary, and

robbery? All are considered to be property crimes.

Identity Theft

College students think they would never be the

target of identity theft…: “…identity theft is

America’s largest consumer complaint.”

--Federal Trade Commission

Hazing

Some fraternities and sororities, sports teams, social

groups and more use hazing as an initiation ritual…

paddling, beating, and drinking excessive amounts of

alcohol.

Food

According to the Mayo Clinic, foodborne illnesses,

caused by eating contaminated foods contain

infectious organisms such as bacteria, viruses or

parasites or their toxins.

Drink

A CDC Vital Signs report found that “…nearly 14

million U.S. women binge drink about three times a

month, and consume an average of six drinks per

binge.”

--(Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 2013)

What other threats are there?

Guns on Campus

One of the newest challenges for law enforcement

and campus security is conceal and carry or open

carry gun laws.

--(McCarthy, 2013)

Protests and Demonstrations

The University of Missouri in Columbia, Missouri

has been in the spotlight because of how

administrators handled black students’ concerns

regarding racial issues and how those issues were

handled.

Security at Large Gatherings

The National Football League (NFL) is discouraging fans from bringing bags of any kind to its stadiums and security officers have a presence at the college football game at UCLA and a cricket match at Dodgers Stadium.

--(The Associated Press, 2015)

Natural Disasters

• Fire

• Earthquake

• Hurricane

• Tornado

• Lightning strike

• Ice

• Hail

Campus Visits

Campus Visits

Tour the facility, visit the classes, talk with teachers

and administrators, taste the food, see the town and

get a general feel for what life will be like on the

campuses of the schools on your short list.

Be Aware

Make a note of transportation options such as buses, trains,

bike paths, walking trails and any construction obstacles.

Find out if there is a taxi service or alternative

transportation services like Uber or Lyft. Pay particular

attention to walking trails to and from campus for lighting,

bushes, dark allies and any other concerns. Drive around

during the day and then take a second driving tour at night.

Protect Yourself

• Find tips and techniques to protect yourself

• Know what to do in an emergency

• Take a look at gadgets and technology

• Start a group on campus to discuss safety issues

• Be aware of your surroundings

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