{"id":190,"date":"2017-11-09T21:05:25","date_gmt":"2017-11-09T21:05:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/chapter\/57-safety\/"},"modified":"2024-03-31T22:35:40","modified_gmt":"2024-03-31T22:35:40","slug":"57-safety","status":"publish","type":"chapter","link":"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/chapter\/57-safety\/","title":{"raw":"Chapter 19: Safety","rendered":"Chapter 19: Safety"},"content":{"raw":"<h3>Safety Consciousness on Campus and in College<\/h3>\r\nCollege and university campuses tend to have a special feel\u2014so special that when you are on\u00a0campus you may feel you are fully apart from the wider world around you. But the reality is that any campus is subject to the same influences\u2014indeed, crimes\u2014as the towns and cities that flank the campus. And so it is important to be aware of your surroundings,\u00a0the people near you, and the goings on in your physical spaces and in your virtual spaces at all times.\r\n\r\nIn this topic, we explore college safety concerns, and share tips and resources to help ensure that you are always safe, protected, and no more than a phone call away from help if you need it.\r\n<h4>Safety Consciousness<\/h4>\r\n<em>Safety consciousness<\/em> is a term describing your awareness of hazards, and your alertness to potential danger. In order to have safety consciousness, you must value safety no matter where you are or what time of day it is.\r\n\r\nYour college or university must also be safety conscious\u2014not only by choice, but also by law. In 1990, Congress enacted the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act, which required all schools that receive federal student aid to share information about crime on and around their campuses. The act is now generally just referred to as the Clery Act, in memory of Jeanne Clery, a student killed\u00a0in her dorm room in 1986.\r\n\r\nWhat does the Clery Act require your college to do? If your college is receiving federal student aid, here are the major legal requirements it must comply with:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Have emergency notification and evacuation procedures for alerting the campus community about significant emergencies or dangerous situations. Disclose your policies and procedures in the annual security report.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Issue timely warnings to alert the campus community about crimes that pose a serious or continuing threat to safety. Disclose your policy in the annual security report.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Keep a crime log that records, by date reported, all crimes reported to the campus police or security department.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Keep a fire log that records by date reported, all fires in on-campus student housing facilities.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Collect crime reports from campus security authorities within the institution.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Request crime statistics from local law enforcement in the jurisdiction where the institution is located.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Submit crime and fire statistics to the Department of Education via a Web-based data collection.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Have missing-student notification procedures to aid in determining if a student is missing, and in notifying law enforcement personnel. Disclose your policy and procedures in the annual security report.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Publish an annual security report containing campus security policy disclosures and crime statistics for the previous three years.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Publish an annual fire-safety report containing policy disclosures and fire statistics for on-campus student housing facilities for the previous three years.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nThis valuable\u00a0set of requirements is important for every student to be aware of. It is readily available to you and your family. You don\u2019t need to be a student to access this information about any school.\r\n<h3>Strategies\u00a0for Staying Safe on Campus and Beyond<\/h3>\r\nOne of the best strategies for staying safe on campus and beyond is to ask questions. Take the initiative to learn more about your college surroundings, the community culture, and safety precautions you\u2019d be well advised to implement.[footnote]Ruth Jones, \u201cCollege Crimes &amp;\u00a0Sexual Assault,\u201d\u00a0Affordable Colleges Online, 2016, accessed February 22, 2016.[\/footnote] Below\u00a0are some questions you can ask to open up important conversations about campus and community safety.\r\n<div>\r\n<table class=\"nofloat\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\"><\/td>\r\n<th>QUESTIONS<\/th>\r\n<th>CONCERNS [footnote]Briana Boyington,\u00a0\u201c10 Questions Every Parent, Student Should Ask About Campus Safety,\u201d <em>U.S. News and World Report Education<\/em>, September 9, 2014, accessed February 22, 2016. [\/footnote]<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\">1<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">How is the college creating a safe environment for all faculty, staff, and students?<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">Your concern about a safe environment on campus and in the surrounding communities is a consumer concern as much as a learner concern. As you and your college make safety a shared priority, awareness builds and safety measures expand, which creates a safer space for you to learn in. Measures can be extensive. Ask for specifics.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\">2<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">What communication procedures are in place for emergencies?<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">Many colleges and universities send emergency phone messages, email messages and text messages to all students, staff, faculty, administrators, board of trustees members, etc. Institutions may have sirens and alarms. Signage on campus may be used for alerts, along with other measures.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\">3<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">Can you tell me about campus police and security personnel, and how they coordinate with local police?<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">Your campus should have a full contingent of campus police and security personnel who coordinate closely with local police as and when needed.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\">4<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">How are sexual assaults on campus handled?<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">Does the college handle investigations or do local authorities handle investigations? Who should you complain to if you have a problem? What confidentialities are in place?<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\">5<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">How do students learn about safety on campus?<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">Many institutions provide students with classes that help them learn how to intervene as bystanders in altercations. Some courses give students advice about other safety measures. You can encourage your institution to offer workshops or other learning opportunities if it doesn\u2019t already offer them.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\">6<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">What measures are in place for protecting students who live off-campus?<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">Some schools help students find safe housing off campus. Your school might have an off-campus housing department.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\">7<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">To what degree do alcohol and drug abuse pose issues on campus? How are violations handled?<\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\">One of the best sources of information about drugs and alcohol on campus is fellow students. You can find information about violations in the annual security report.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<h4>Tips for Staying Safe<\/h4>\r\n<strong>Walking, driving, traveling:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Travel with a buddy.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Use the campus escort service at night, especially if you are alone.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>If you live off-campus, call someone when you get home.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Keep moving; don\u2019t linger (especially at night).<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Carry pepper spray or pepper gel.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Keep a personal alarm (for example, on a keychain).<\/li>\r\n \t<li>If you have a car, lock it.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>At home:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Keep your windows and doors locked.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Keep the main door to your home, hall or apartment building locked at all times.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Don\u2019t let anyone into your dwelling that you don\u2019t know.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>On campus:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Keep a close eye on your belongings when you\u2019re in a library.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Get a locking device for your laptop.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Participate in a college safety program.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Be cautious, not paranoid.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<strong>Anywhere:<\/strong>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Make sure your phone is charged.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Know the phone number for Campus Safety.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Put emergency numbers in your cell phone.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Carry emergency cash.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Speak up if you notice something going on.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\nFor a truly comprehensive list of tips for staying safe on and off campus, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fhsu.edu\/university-police\/Safety-Tips\/#online\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Campus Crime Prevention Personal Safety Tips<\/a> from Fort Hayes State University.\r\n\r\nAlso, don\u2019t hesitate to take advantage of campus and community resources, which may include any of the following:\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Web sites, offices, organizations, and individuals with safety information<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Campus police and campus security<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Local police<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Sexual assault and relationship-violence services<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Shuttle services<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Escort services<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Counseling programs<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Mental health programs<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Substance abuse programs<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Local health care centers<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Campus abuse hotlines<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4>Safety Apps<\/h4>\r\nOne of the very best safety measures you can take at any time is to keep emergency numbers handy, either on your phone or in your wallet or backpack or a place where you can easily access them. You may also find it helpful to have a safety app on your mobile device. Consider downloading any of the following free apps.\r\n<div>\r\n<table class=\"nofloat\">\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th colspan=\"2\">MOBILE DEVICE SAFETY APPLICATIONS<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<tbody>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-184\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2017\/11\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.37.07-PM.png\" alt=\"iTunes logo: bsafeyou\" width=\"103\" height=\"96\" \/><\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/id459709106?mt=8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bSafe<\/a> is a personal safety app designed to keep you and your friends safer 24\/7. It has features for everyday safety and real emergencies. You can set up your own personal social safety network.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-185\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.49.44-PM.png\" alt=\"Logo: interlocking C and 6 circles, with U at top left\" width=\"113\" height=\"108\" \/><\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.circleof6.williamsuniversity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle of 6 U<\/a> is built specifically for colleges and schools, connecting students to each other and to critical resources on specific campuses. The tool lets you choose up to 6 trusted friends to add to your circle, so that if you get into an uncomfortable or risky situation, with two taps you send your circle a pre-programmed SMS alert message indicating your exact location.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-186\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.54.11-PM.png\" alt=\"Logo: silver eye with &quot;on watch&quot; beneath it\" width=\"85\" height=\"81\" \/><\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.onwatchoncampus.com\/\">OnWatchOnCampus<\/a>: With just 2 taps, your friends and emergency first responders are alerted to your GPS location and that you need help.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\"><img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-187 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.55.29-PM.png\" alt=\"Logo: MyForce\" width=\"237\" height=\"73\" \/><\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myforce.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MyForce:<\/a> This tool offers users instant notifications, monitoring agents, nationwide coverage and fast emergency response. When an alert is sent, the 24\/7 safety agents track your whereabouts and pinpoint your exact location. They listen in and assess the details.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\">\u00a0<img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-188 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.56.29-PM.png\" alt=\"iTunes logo: green circle with &quot;okay&quot; hand signal icon, yellow circle with GPS locator icon, red circle with telephone icon\" width=\"193\" height=\"195\" \/><\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/id522851588?mt=8\">React Mobile<\/a>: Users can quickly send out a widespread emergency alert without having to access and unlock their phone. You choose which contacts you would like to share your location with. Then your contact list can be sent an email and a text message with a link to your GPS location. You can also send an \u201cSOS Help Me\u201d message to an unlimited number of buddies.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<tr>\r\n<td class=\"border\">\u00a0<img class=\"aligncenter wp-image-189 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.58.09-PM.png\" alt=\"iTunes logo: white balloon on blue background, with white heart inside it\" width=\"88\" height=\"85\" \/><\/td>\r\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.watchovermeapp.com\/\">Watch Over Me<\/a>: This tool turns your mobile device into emergency tool with just a shake, even if your phone is locked. The shake turns on your phone\u2019s alarm and video camera, and sends an alert to your emergency contacts.<\/td>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/tbody>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<h3>Resources for Learning About Safety in College<\/h3>\r\nYour personal safety both on- and off-campus, and the safety of your family and friends, is a treasure. The more you know about safety, perhaps the more safe you can be and the more safe you can help others be. Here are many resources to help you learn more about safety.\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/ope.ed.gov\/security\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool<\/a> (click on Get data for one institution\/campus)<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/blogs\/college-rankings-blog\/2014\/05\/08\/frequently-asked-questions-about-federal-campus-crime-statistics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Frequently asked questions about the Best Colleges rankings and crime reports<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www2.ed.gov\/admins\/lead\/safety\/campus.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Handbook for Campus Safety and Security Reporting<\/a> and <a href=\"mailto:HandbookQuestions@ed.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HandbookQuestions@ed.gov<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www2.ed.gov\/documents\/press-releases\/suggested-resources.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Suggested Resources<\/a> regarding campus sexual assault training and prevention efforts<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www2.ed.gov\/programs\/emergencyhighed\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Emergency Management for Higher Education (EMHE) grant program<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/rems.ed.gov\/docs\/REMS_ActionGuide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Action Guide for Emergency Management at Institutions of Higher Education<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">College Drinking Prevention<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/travel.state.gov\/travel\/cis_pa_tw\/tw\/tw_1764.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Travel Warnings<\/a> and<a href=\"http:\/\/travel.state.gov\/travel\/cis_pa_tw\/cis\/cis_4965.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Consular Information Sheets<\/a> for student considering traveling abroad<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4>Sexual Assaults<\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.notalone.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Not Alone<\/a> for students and universities regarding sexual assault on campus<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/safercampus.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">SAFER (Students Active For Ending Rape)<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/best-colleges\/articles\/2014\/07\/22\/research-discuss-sexual-violence-on-college-campuses-as-a-family\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to research and discuss sexual assault on college campuses<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.avp.org\/about-avp\/coalitions-a-collaborations\/82-national-coalition-of-anti-violence-programs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs<\/a> working to prevent and respond to violence against members of the LGBTQ community<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rainn.org\/public-policy\/campus-safety\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">RAINN<\/a> (Rape, Abuse &amp; Incest National Network)<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1in6.org\/men\/get-help\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">1in6<\/a> for men who have been victims of sexual abuse and assault<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/clerycenter.org\/help-victims\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Clery Center Help for Victims<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/clerycenter.org\/referrals-sexual-assault-and-rape-state\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Referrals for Sexual Assault and Rape by State<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cultureofrespect.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Culture of Respect<\/a> immediate help and legal aid for students, friends and family members who have been victims of on-campus sexual assault<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.joyfulheartfoundation.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Joyful Heart Foundation<\/a> helping sexual violence survivors reclaim their lives<\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.malesurvivor.org\/survivors.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Male Survivor<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.endsexualviolence.org\/forsurvivors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Alliance to End Sexual Violence<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.victimsofcrime.org\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Center for Victims of Crime<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncdsv.org\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nsvrc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Sexual Violence Resource Center<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.victimsofcrime.org\/our-programs\/stalking-resource-center\/help-for-victims\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stalking Resource Center<\/a><\/li>\r\n \t<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.victimrights.org\/resources-victims\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">VRLC (Victim Rights Law Center)<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<div class=\"textbox exercises\">\r\n<h3>Activity: Personal Security<\/h3>\r\n<h4>Objective<\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Describe strategies for staying safe on campus and\u00a0elsewhere<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<h4>Directions<\/h4>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Make a list of 3\u20135\u00a0campus safety issues you\u2019re personally\u00a0concerned about. This might include anything\u00a0from worrying about parking lot security and car break-ins to date rape or hate crime.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>Visit your college Web site, and search for safety and security information that\u2019s relevant to your concerns. Record the name and contact information for each resource you find and any procedures you learn about. For example, if you\u2019re worried about your backpack or computer getting stolen while you\u2019re at school, find out\u00a0what should\u00a0you do if it happens. Who should you call, and what might you need to provide? If you come across useful prevention measures (e.g., \u201crecord the serial number of your computer somewhere else, so you\u2019ll have it for the theft report\u201d), write those down, too.<\/li>\r\n \t<li>For the assignment, use the information you found\u00a0to create your own Safety Directory, as below.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<table class=\"nofloat\">\r\n<thead>\r\n<tr>\r\n<th class=\"border\" style=\"width: 88.9915px;\">Safety Issue<\/th>\r\n<th class=\"border\" style=\"width: 71.9886px;\">Resource<\/th>\r\n<th class=\"border\" style=\"width: 51.4773px;\">Phone Number<\/th>\r\n<th class=\"border\" style=\"width: 230px;\">Address\/Web Site<\/th>\r\n<th class=\"border\" style=\"width: 160.994px;\">Important Information<\/th>\r\n<\/tr>\r\n<\/thead>\r\n<\/table>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li><em>Make sure the information is also stored somewhere in your computer and phone\u00a0so you can find and use it later. (Add it to your contacts, for instance.)<\/em><\/li>\r\n \t<li>Follow your instructor\u2019s guidelines for submitting assignments.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<div class=\"textbox\">\r\n<h3>Licenses and Attributions:<\/h3>\r\n<ul>\r\n \t<li>Campus Security. Authored by: Linda Bruce. Provided by: Lumen Learning. Located at: <a href=\"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/suny-collegesuccess-lumen1\/chapter\/safety\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Campus Security<\/a>. License: CC BY: Attribution<strong>CC licensed content, Shared previously:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nCampus Security. Authored by: Hector Alejandro. Located at: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/hectoralejandro\/3839966929\/sizes\/l\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Campus Security<\/a>. License: CC BY: Attribution\r\n\r\n<strong>All rights reserved content:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nCampus Safety \u2013 Safety Tips for College Students. Authored by: personal safety expert. Located at: <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/iijKh6l8Ssw\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Campus Safety \u2013 Safety Tips for College Students<\/a>. License: All Rights Reserved. License Terms: Standard YouTube License.\r\n\r\n<strong>Public domain content:<\/strong>\r\n\r\nCampus Safety. Provided by: US Department of Education. Located at: <a href=\"http:\/\/www2.ed.gov\/admins\/lead\/safety\/campus.html\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Campus Safety<\/a>. License: Public Domain: No Known Copyright\r\n\r\nCampus Security. Provided by: U.S. Department of Education. Located at: <a href=\"http:\/\/www2.ed.gov\/admins\/lead\/safety\/campus.html\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Campus Security<\/a>. License: Public Domain: No Known Copyright<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/div>\r\n<\/div>","rendered":"<h3>Safety Consciousness on Campus and in College<\/h3>\n<p>College and university campuses tend to have a special feel\u2014so special that when you are on\u00a0campus you may feel you are fully apart from the wider world around you. But the reality is that any campus is subject to the same influences\u2014indeed, crimes\u2014as the towns and cities that flank the campus. And so it is important to be aware of your surroundings,\u00a0the people near you, and the goings on in your physical spaces and in your virtual spaces at all times.<\/p>\n<p>In this topic, we explore college safety concerns, and share tips and resources to help ensure that you are always safe, protected, and no more than a phone call away from help if you need it.<\/p>\n<h4>Safety Consciousness<\/h4>\n<p><em>Safety consciousness<\/em> is a term describing your awareness of hazards, and your alertness to potential danger. In order to have safety consciousness, you must value safety no matter where you are or what time of day it is.<\/p>\n<p>Your college or university must also be safety conscious\u2014not only by choice, but also by law. In 1990, Congress enacted the Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act, which required all schools that receive federal student aid to share information about crime on and around their campuses. The act is now generally just referred to as the Clery Act, in memory of Jeanne Clery, a student killed\u00a0in her dorm room in 1986.<\/p>\n<p>What does the Clery Act require your college to do? If your college is receiving federal student aid, here are the major legal requirements it must comply with:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Have emergency notification and evacuation procedures for alerting the campus community about significant emergencies or dangerous situations. Disclose your policies and procedures in the annual security report.<\/li>\n<li>Issue timely warnings to alert the campus community about crimes that pose a serious or continuing threat to safety. Disclose your policy in the annual security report.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a crime log that records, by date reported, all crimes reported to the campus police or security department.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a fire log that records by date reported, all fires in on-campus student housing facilities.<\/li>\n<li>Collect crime reports from campus security authorities within the institution.<\/li>\n<li>Request crime statistics from local law enforcement in the jurisdiction where the institution is located.<\/li>\n<li>Submit crime and fire statistics to the Department of Education via a Web-based data collection.<\/li>\n<li>Have missing-student notification procedures to aid in determining if a student is missing, and in notifying law enforcement personnel. Disclose your policy and procedures in the annual security report.<\/li>\n<li>Publish an annual security report containing campus security policy disclosures and crime statistics for the previous three years.<\/li>\n<li>Publish an annual fire-safety report containing policy disclosures and fire statistics for on-campus student housing facilities for the previous three years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This valuable\u00a0set of requirements is important for every student to be aware of. It is readily available to you and your family. You don\u2019t need to be a student to access this information about any school.<\/p>\n<h3>Strategies\u00a0for Staying Safe on Campus and Beyond<\/h3>\n<p>One of the best strategies for staying safe on campus and beyond is to ask questions. Take the initiative to learn more about your college surroundings, the community culture, and safety precautions you\u2019d be well advised to implement.<a class=\"footnote\" title=\"Ruth Jones, \u201cCollege Crimes &amp;\u00a0Sexual Assault,\u201d\u00a0Affordable Colleges Online, 2016, accessed February 22, 2016.\" id=\"return-footnote-190-1\" href=\"#footnote-190-1\" aria-label=\"Footnote 1\"><sup class=\"footnote\">[1]<\/sup><\/a> Below\u00a0are some questions you can ask to open up important conversations about campus and community safety.<\/p>\n<div>\n<table class=\"nofloat\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\"><\/td>\n<th>QUESTIONS<\/th>\n<th>CONCERNS <a class=\"footnote\" title=\"Briana Boyington,\u00a0\u201c10 Questions Every Parent, Student Should Ask About Campus Safety,\u201d U.S. News and World Report Education, September 9, 2014, accessed February 22, 2016.\" id=\"return-footnote-190-2\" href=\"#footnote-190-2\" aria-label=\"Footnote 2\"><sup class=\"footnote\">[2]<\/sup><\/a><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\">1<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">How is the college creating a safe environment for all faculty, staff, and students?<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">Your concern about a safe environment on campus and in the surrounding communities is a consumer concern as much as a learner concern. As you and your college make safety a shared priority, awareness builds and safety measures expand, which creates a safer space for you to learn in. Measures can be extensive. Ask for specifics.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\">2<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">What communication procedures are in place for emergencies?<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">Many colleges and universities send emergency phone messages, email messages and text messages to all students, staff, faculty, administrators, board of trustees members, etc. Institutions may have sirens and alarms. Signage on campus may be used for alerts, along with other measures.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\">3<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">Can you tell me about campus police and security personnel, and how they coordinate with local police?<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">Your campus should have a full contingent of campus police and security personnel who coordinate closely with local police as and when needed.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\">4<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">How are sexual assaults on campus handled?<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">Does the college handle investigations or do local authorities handle investigations? Who should you complain to if you have a problem? What confidentialities are in place?<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\">5<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">How do students learn about safety on campus?<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">Many institutions provide students with classes that help them learn how to intervene as bystanders in altercations. Some courses give students advice about other safety measures. You can encourage your institution to offer workshops or other learning opportunities if it doesn\u2019t already offer them.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\">6<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">What measures are in place for protecting students who live off-campus?<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">Some schools help students find safe housing off campus. Your school might have an off-campus housing department.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\">7<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">To what degree do alcohol and drug abuse pose issues on campus? How are violations handled?<\/td>\n<td class=\"border\">One of the best sources of information about drugs and alcohol on campus is fellow students. You can find information about violations in the annual security report.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<h4>Tips for Staying Safe<\/h4>\n<p><strong>Walking, driving, traveling:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Travel with a buddy.<\/li>\n<li>Use the campus escort service at night, especially if you are alone.<\/li>\n<li>If you live off-campus, call someone when you get home.<\/li>\n<li>Keep moving; don\u2019t linger (especially at night).<\/li>\n<li>Carry pepper spray or pepper gel.<\/li>\n<li>Keep a personal alarm (for example, on a keychain).<\/li>\n<li>If you have a car, lock it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>At home:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep your windows and doors locked.<\/li>\n<li>Keep the main door to your home, hall or apartment building locked at all times.<\/li>\n<li>Don\u2019t let anyone into your dwelling that you don\u2019t know.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>On campus:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Keep a close eye on your belongings when you\u2019re in a library.<\/li>\n<li>Get a locking device for your laptop.<\/li>\n<li>Participate in a college safety program.<\/li>\n<li>Be cautious, not paranoid.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Anywhere:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure your phone is charged.<\/li>\n<li>Know the phone number for Campus Safety.<\/li>\n<li>Put emergency numbers in your cell phone.<\/li>\n<li>Carry emergency cash.<\/li>\n<li>Speak up if you notice something going on.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For a truly comprehensive list of tips for staying safe on and off campus, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fhsu.edu\/university-police\/Safety-Tips\/#online\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Campus Crime Prevention Personal Safety Tips<\/a> from Fort Hayes State University.<\/p>\n<p>Also, don\u2019t hesitate to take advantage of campus and community resources, which may include any of the following:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Web sites, offices, organizations, and individuals with safety information<\/li>\n<li>Campus police and campus security<\/li>\n<li>Local police<\/li>\n<li>Sexual assault and relationship-violence services<\/li>\n<li>Shuttle services<\/li>\n<li>Escort services<\/li>\n<li>Counseling programs<\/li>\n<li>Mental health programs<\/li>\n<li>Substance abuse programs<\/li>\n<li>Local health care centers<\/li>\n<li>Campus abuse hotlines<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Safety Apps<\/h4>\n<p>One of the very best safety measures you can take at any time is to keep emergency numbers handy, either on your phone or in your wallet or backpack or a place where you can easily access them. You may also find it helpful to have a safety app on your mobile device. Consider downloading any of the following free apps.<\/p>\n<div>\n<table class=\"nofloat\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\">MOBILE DEVICE SAFETY APPLICATIONS<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-184\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2017\/11\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.37.07-PM.png\" alt=\"iTunes logo: bsafeyou\" width=\"103\" height=\"96\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2017\/11\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.37.07-PM.png 199w, https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2017\/11\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.37.07-PM-65x60.png 65w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 103px) 100vw, 103px\" \/><\/td>\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/id459709106?mt=8\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">bSafe<\/a> is a personal safety app designed to keep you and your friends safer 24\/7. It has features for everyday safety and real emergencies. You can set up your own personal social safety network.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-185\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.49.44-PM.png\" alt=\"Logo: interlocking C and 6 circles, with U at top left\" width=\"113\" height=\"108\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.49.44-PM.png 210w, https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.49.44-PM-65x62.png 65w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 113px) 100vw, 113px\" \/><\/td>\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.circleof6.williamsuniversity\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Circle of 6 U<\/a> is built specifically for colleges and schools, connecting students to each other and to critical resources on specific campuses. The tool lets you choose up to 6 trusted friends to add to your circle, so that if you get into an uncomfortable or risky situation, with two taps you send your circle a pre-programmed SMS alert message indicating your exact location.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-186\" src=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.54.11-PM.png\" alt=\"Logo: silver eye with &quot;on watch&quot; beneath it\" width=\"85\" height=\"81\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.54.11-PM.png 92w, https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.54.11-PM-65x61.png 65w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 85px) 100vw, 85px\" \/><\/td>\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.onwatchoncampus.com\/\">OnWatchOnCampus<\/a>: With just 2 taps, your friends and emergency first responders are alerted to your GPS location and that you need help.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-187 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.55.29-PM.png\" alt=\"Logo: MyForce\" width=\"237\" height=\"73\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.55.29-PM.png 237w, https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.55.29-PM-65x20.png 65w, https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.55.29-PM-225x69.png 225w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 237px) 100vw, 237px\" \/><\/td>\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"http:\/\/myforce.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">MyForce:<\/a> This tool offers users instant notifications, monitoring agents, nationwide coverage and fast emergency response. When an alert is sent, the 24\/7 safety agents track your whereabouts and pinpoint your exact location. They listen in and assess the details.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\">\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-188 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.56.29-PM.png\" alt=\"iTunes logo: green circle with &quot;okay&quot; hand signal icon, yellow circle with GPS locator icon, red circle with telephone icon\" width=\"193\" height=\"195\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.56.29-PM.png 193w, https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.56.29-PM-65x66.png 65w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 193px) 100vw, 193px\" \/><\/td>\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/id522851588?mt=8\">React Mobile<\/a>: Users can quickly send out a widespread emergency alert without having to access and unlock their phone. You choose which contacts you would like to share your location with. Then your contact list can be sent an email and a text message with a link to your GPS location. You can also send an \u201cSOS Help Me\u201d message to an unlimited number of buddies.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"border\">\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-189 size-full\" src=\"http:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.58.09-PM.png\" alt=\"iTunes logo: white balloon on blue background, with white heart inside it\" width=\"88\" height=\"85\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.58.09-PM.png 88w, https:\/\/pressbooks.hccfl.edu\/blueprint\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/88\/2024\/03\/Screen-Shot-2016-02-26-at-2.58.09-PM-65x63.png 65w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 88px) 100vw, 88px\" \/><\/td>\n<td class=\"border\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.watchovermeapp.com\/\">Watch Over Me<\/a>: This tool turns your mobile device into emergency tool with just a shake, even if your phone is locked. The shake turns on your phone\u2019s alarm and video camera, and sends an alert to your emergency contacts.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h3>Resources for Learning About Safety in College<\/h3>\n<p>Your personal safety both on- and off-campus, and the safety of your family and friends, is a treasure. The more you know about safety, perhaps the more safe you can be and the more safe you can help others be. Here are many resources to help you learn more about safety.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/ope.ed.gov\/security\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool<\/a> (click on Get data for one institution\/campus)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/blogs\/college-rankings-blog\/2014\/05\/08\/frequently-asked-questions-about-federal-campus-crime-statistics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Frequently asked questions about the Best Colleges rankings and crime reports<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www2.ed.gov\/admins\/lead\/safety\/campus.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Handbook for Campus Safety and Security Reporting<\/a> and <a href=\"mailto:HandbookQuestions@ed.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">HandbookQuestions@ed.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www2.ed.gov\/documents\/press-releases\/suggested-resources.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Suggested Resources<\/a> regarding campus sexual assault training and prevention efforts<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www2.ed.gov\/programs\/emergencyhighed\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Emergency Management for Higher Education (EMHE) grant program<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/rems.ed.gov\/docs\/REMS_ActionGuide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Action Guide for Emergency Management at Institutions of Higher Education<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">College Drinking Prevention<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/travel.state.gov\/travel\/cis_pa_tw\/tw\/tw_1764.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Travel Warnings<\/a> and<a href=\"http:\/\/travel.state.gov\/travel\/cis_pa_tw\/cis\/cis_4965.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> Consular Information Sheets<\/a> for student considering traveling abroad<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Sexual Assaults<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.notalone.gov\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Not Alone<\/a> for students and universities regarding sexual assault on campus<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/safercampus.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">SAFER (Students Active For Ending Rape)<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.usnews.com\/education\/best-colleges\/articles\/2014\/07\/22\/research-discuss-sexual-violence-on-college-campuses-as-a-family\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to research and discuss sexual assault on college campuses<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.avp.org\/about-avp\/coalitions-a-collaborations\/82-national-coalition-of-anti-violence-programs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs<\/a> working to prevent and respond to violence against members of the LGBTQ community<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rainn.org\/public-policy\/campus-safety\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">RAINN<\/a> (Rape, Abuse &amp; Incest National Network)<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/1in6.org\/men\/get-help\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">1in6<\/a> for men who have been victims of sexual abuse and assault<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/clerycenter.org\/help-victims\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Clery Center Help for Victims<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/clerycenter.org\/referrals-sexual-assault-and-rape-state\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Referrals for Sexual Assault and Rape by State<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cultureofrespect.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Culture of Respect<\/a> immediate help and legal aid for students, friends and family members who have been victims of on-campus sexual assault<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.joyfulheartfoundation.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Joyful Heart Foundation<\/a> helping sexual violence survivors reclaim their lives<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.malesurvivor.org\/survivors.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Male Survivor<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.endsexualviolence.org\/forsurvivors\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Alliance to End Sexual Violence<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.victimsofcrime.org\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Center for Victims of Crime<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.ncdsv.org\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Center on Domestic and Sexual Violence<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nsvrc.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">National Sexual Violence Resource Center<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.victimsofcrime.org\/our-programs\/stalking-resource-center\/help-for-victims\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Stalking Resource Center<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.victimrights.org\/resources-victims\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">VRLC (Victim Rights Law Center)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"textbox exercises\">\n<h3>Activity: Personal Security<\/h3>\n<h4>Objective<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Describe strategies for staying safe on campus and\u00a0elsewhere<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4>Directions<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>Make a list of 3\u20135\u00a0campus safety issues you\u2019re personally\u00a0concerned about. This might include anything\u00a0from worrying about parking lot security and car break-ins to date rape or hate crime.<\/li>\n<li>Visit your college Web site, and search for safety and security information that\u2019s relevant to your concerns. Record the name and contact information for each resource you find and any procedures you learn about. For example, if you\u2019re worried about your backpack or computer getting stolen while you\u2019re at school, find out\u00a0what should\u00a0you do if it happens. Who should you call, and what might you need to provide? If you come across useful prevention measures (e.g., \u201crecord the serial number of your computer somewhere else, so you\u2019ll have it for the theft report\u201d), write those down, too.<\/li>\n<li>For the assignment, use the information you found\u00a0to create your own Safety Directory, as below.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<table class=\"nofloat\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th class=\"border\" style=\"width: 88.9915px;\">Safety Issue<\/th>\n<th class=\"border\" style=\"width: 71.9886px;\">Resource<\/th>\n<th class=\"border\" style=\"width: 51.4773px;\">Phone Number<\/th>\n<th class=\"border\" style=\"width: 230px;\">Address\/Web Site<\/th>\n<th class=\"border\" style=\"width: 160.994px;\">Important Information<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<\/table>\n<ul>\n<li><em>Make sure the information is also stored somewhere in your computer and phone\u00a0so you can find and use it later. (Add it to your contacts, for instance.)<\/em><\/li>\n<li>Follow your instructor\u2019s guidelines for submitting assignments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"textbox\">\n<h3>Licenses and Attributions:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Campus Security. Authored by: Linda Bruce. Provided by: Lumen Learning. Located at: <a href=\"https:\/\/courses.lumenlearning.com\/suny-collegesuccess-lumen1\/chapter\/safety\/\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Campus Security<\/a>. License: CC BY: Attribution<strong>CC licensed content, Shared previously:<\/strong>\n<p>Campus Security. Authored by: Hector Alejandro. Located at: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/hectoralejandro\/3839966929\/sizes\/l\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Campus Security<\/a>. License: CC BY: Attribution<\/p>\n<p><strong>All rights reserved content:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Campus Safety \u2013 Safety Tips for College Students. Authored by: personal safety expert. Located at: <a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/iijKh6l8Ssw\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Campus Safety \u2013 Safety Tips for College Students<\/a>. License: All Rights Reserved. License Terms: Standard YouTube License.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Public domain content:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Campus Safety. Provided by: US Department of Education. Located at: <a href=\"http:\/\/www2.ed.gov\/admins\/lead\/safety\/campus.html\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Campus Safety<\/a>. License: Public Domain: No Known Copyright<\/p>\n<p>Campus Security. Provided by: U.S. Department of Education. Located at: <a href=\"http:\/\/www2.ed.gov\/admins\/lead\/safety\/campus.html\" target=\"_new\" rel=\"noopener\">Campus Security<\/a>. 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