Safety Tips

When Walking or Jogging

• Go with someone.
• Stay away from isolated areas.
• Try to stay near street lights.
• Hold your purse or briefcase tightly and close to your body.
• Place your wallet in your front pocket rather than your back pocket.
• Dress sensibly. Tight pants, clogs, or heels make movement difficult.

When in a Car

• Keep doors locked while driving.
• Don’t pick up hitchhikers.
• Check the back seat before getting into a car.

If You are Being Followed

• Cross the street or change directions.
• Keep looking back so the person knows you can’t be surprised.
• Go to a well-lighted area; enter a store, house, residence hall, classroom or library — anywhere there are people.
• Notice and remember as much as possible about the person so you can give a good description later.

If You are Held Up

• Don’t resist. No amount of money is worth taking chances with your life.
• Notify campus security or the local police immediately.
• Try to give a description that includes approximate age, height, weight, and details on hair, clothing, jewelry, scars, tattoos, or anything else that is noticeable.

If You are Working Late

• Keep your office door locked.
• Lock all doors behind you when entering or exiting at night.
• Inform Security.

Protect Personal and College Property

• Lock your door every time you leave.
• Engrave expensive equipment and valuables with an ID number.
• Don’t store your purse in an unlocked desk drawer.
• Don’t leave your belongings unattended in libraries, hallways, locker rooms, or classrooms.

Protect Your Vehicle

• Always lock your vehicle and take the keys.
• Lock valuables in the trunk.
• Park in well lighted areas.

Other Important Safety Tips

• Don’t hitchhike.
• Report suspicious activity and vandalism immediately to the Security Office at 615-353-3273 or 615-353-3272.