Crime Prevention Tips

Campus Police Officers patrol the campus to assure a high level of good physical security. As a regular part of their assigned duties they look for any safety or security problems such as defective lighting, unsecured areas, inoperative doors or locks, damaged sidewalks and potential fire hazards. If you notice a safety or security problem on campus, please report it to the Office of College Affairs or the Campus Police. Students and Employees can help assume responsibility for their own personal safety and security of their personal belongings by taking some of the following precautions:

Students

• Avoid walking alone. Travel in pairs and groups or call for a campus police escort at (409) 880-7777
• At night, park in lighted areas on campus. When walking to your vehicle, keep your keys in your hand, and check the interior of your vehicle before entering.
• Be aware of your surroundings and potential danger spots.
• Lock your doors and keep your windows closed at all times and do not sit in your car for an extended period of time.
• Report suspicious persons and circumstances.
• Do not leave valuables lying out in the open or in unlocked vehicles.
• Never leave your belongings unattended. Backpacks, books and purses can become easy targets.
• Report suspicious persons or circumstances. This could stop a crime before it happens.
• Save the Campus Police phone number into your phone: (409) 880-7777

Faculty and Staff

• Get to know and recognize your co-workers. Be familiar with the employees in your area. Do not hesitate to report strangers, activities, or behaviors that seem unusual.
• Be familiar with work safety policies.
• Introduce yourself to campus security personnel and know how to reach them.
• Do not loan your office keys or give your security code to anyone else.
• If working late, lock your exterior office doors and be cautious about who you let in after hours. Notify campus police at (409) 880-7777 that you will be working late.
• If you are leaving late and are concerned about your safety, walk with a coworker or contact campus police for an escort.
• Report safety related issues, such as burned out lighting, etc.