Safety Tips

Some ideas to think about when you are...

On Foot:

• Walk in pairs, or even better, groups
• Walk in well-lighted, open areas
• Walk confidently at all times
• Pay attention to your surroundings at all times
• Avoid bushes, trees, doorways, and parked vehicles, or any obstacles
• Be prepared to be rude if necessary
• Check the area that you walk during the day
• Have the key that you will be using ready
• Let someone know where you will be walking and when you will be arriving
• Trust your instincts, if you think you're in a bad situation, go with your instincts

In Your Vehicle:

• Park in well-lighted areas
• Keep your windows up, and your doors locked, no matter how long you will be gone
• Check the backseat and floor for unwanted passengers before entering
• Never pick up hitchhikers
• Let someone know what your destination is and your arrival time at that destination
• Trust your instincts, if you think you're in a bad situation, go with your instincts

Dating:

• Think twice before giving out your name and phone number to someone you just met or don't know
• Think before you drink; alcohol can blur your judgment
• Many sexual assaults are a result of alcohol and drugs. Carry some"Mad Money" so you can call a taxicab if your date gets out of hand.

In Your Apartment or Home:

• Have good lighting around entrances
• Use the locks on doors and windows, even if you're gone for a short time
• Use extreme caution admitting strangers
• Think twice about giving out your address to mere acquaintances
• Report any out of the ordinary things such as strangers or noises
• Do not place your whole name on your mailbox or in the phone book, use initials and last name.

In Your Residence Hall:

• Do not prop open locked doors
• Do not admit strangers in your hall
• Keep you door locked at all times, even if you're just down the hall in another room
• Be conscious of strangers. Open the door yourself, and don't invite people in without asking who it is at the door.
• Trust your instincts

Husson University Security also provides Security Escorts on campus. An officer can walk with you or give you a ride to your destination whenever you feel uneasy or something just doesn't seem right. Security Escorts are available 24 hours a day.