CRIME PREVENTION TIPS

• Avoid Isolated and dark areas
• Know your limits with alcohol and do not accept drinks from others
• Tell a friend where you’re going and when you will return
• Do not frequent areas not familiar to you
• Be aware of your surroundings
• Body language counts! Walk with confidence. Show that you are aware and confident.
• Always use the buddy system when new to the area.
• Report any suspicious persons or activities; report all incidents no matter how minor; report losses immediately.
• Never loan keys to anyone as they are easily lost, stolen or duplicated. Report immediately if you have lost your keys.
• Be sure to lock/secure windows and doors in your office or room; lock your vehicles, store valuables out of view.
• Mark or engrave your belongings; don’t leave belongings/valuables unattended.
• Do not leave textbooks, purses, or backpacks, flash drives, or any valuables, unattended.
• If you work alone after normal working hours, ensure that all doors and windows are locked/secure before doing any work.
• If you have appliances such as microwaves, coffeemakers, rice cookers, hotplates, make sure they are unplugged before leaving the office or your room.
• Report defective locks, lighting, phone.
• Crossing Zones were made for the convenience of the college community members and the surrounding community. Please utilize them accordingly.