Crime Prevention Tips

• Keep the door(s) to your residence and windows accessible from the outside locked at all times.
  

• Never sleep in an unlocked room or house.
  

• Don't put your name and address on key rings.
  

• Don't keep your residence and vehicle keys on the same ring.
  
• If you lose the keys to your residence, have the lock(s) changed. On-campus residents should notify Campus Police immediately.
  
• Don't study in poorly-lighted, secluded areas.
  
• Require callers to identify themselves before opening your door. Off-campus residents should require official identification from all repair or service personnel.
  
• Don't let strangers in to use your phone. Offer to make the call for them or direct them to a public phone.
  
• If you receive obscene or harassing telephone calls, or several calls with no one on the other end, immediately notify Campus Police.
  
• If you find that your room has been entered, DON'T GO INSIDE. Go to a neighbor and call Campus Police. If you are already inside, DON'T TOUCH ANYTHING. In doing so, you may disturb evidence that is important to police investigation.
  
• If you are awakened by an intruder inside your room, don't try to apprehend him. He may be armed or may easily arm himself with something in the room. If he poses an immediate threat, get out of the room;  if he does not, common sense may dictate pretending you are still asleep.
  
• If you see a suspicious person or vehicle on campus immediately contact Campus Police. Try to get the license plate number.
  
• Those in private residences should consider installing "peep holes" and intruder chains on outside doors. Also, if returning after dark, leave a light on at the entrance to your residence.
  
• Students in campus housing are particularly advised against blocking open the entrance to residence halls or other college buildings. Defective locks on windows or doors should be reported to Campus Police or the Physical Plant.
  
• Avoid bringing large amounts of cash or other valuables to campus.
  
• Keep items of value out of sight.
  
• Never lend the key to your residence.
  
• Don't hide keys under mats, above doors, in mailboxes, or anywhere else they can be easily found.
  
• If you live in a residence hall, take your room key into the shower with you. Don't leave it in your robe or other clothing where someone going through your pockets can find it.
  
• When leaving your vehicle at a service station or parking garage, leave only the ignition key.
  
• When having keys made, have them made in your presence.
  
• Participate in OPERATION IDENTIFICATION (contact Campus Police for more information).