Crime Prevention Tips

• Always close and lock your door when you're away from your room.
• Don't leave valuables out where they can be seen through an open window when you're away.
• Be suspicious of strangers wandering through dorm hallways or other residential areas. Don't hesitate to ask if they need help. When in doubt, report them to the proctor or the police.
• Remember to close exterior doors to dorm hallways. If you notice a door propped open, close it.
• If you have a bicycle, use a good lock to secure it. U-shaped locks tend to provide the best security. Always lock your bike to an immovable object such as a bike rack, but don't lock it to a railing or light pole.
• If you have a car on campus, always lock it when you park. Don't leave valuables visible inside.
• Record the serial numbers of all valuables stored in your room or your car. It's also a good idea to engrave your drivers license number on them. Each college office has an engraver available for loan for this purpose.
• Be cautious when talking to strangers on the telephone. Don't reveal anything about yourself or your housemates until you know who you're talking to.
• If you use one of the bank ATM machines on campus, be careful when using it at night. Look for suspicious people loitering or parked nearby. If the need arises, there is a 'Blue Light' emergency phone next to the machines.