Keep your doors locked at all times, even when someone is at home. Find out who is knocking before opening the door. Never leave room or residence doors propped open for a friend, delivery person, or for any other reason.<\/li>\n
Do not admit strangers into your room.<\/li>\n
Never lend keys to your vehicle or room. Don’t leave your keys or Griffon ID key card laying in open, unprotected areas.<\/li>\n
Leave light(s) on when you go out at night and have your keys ready for quick entry upon your return.<\/li>\n
Do not leave notes pinned to your door concerning your destination, how long you will be away, when you will return, where the hidden key is located.<\/li>\n
Avoid going to the laundry room late at night or by yourself.<\/li>\n
Get to know your suitemates; someone you can go to in an emergency<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
While Walking<\/h2>\n
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Do not walk alone. Walk on well-lighted and well-traveled paths, sidewalks, or streets.<\/li>\n
Walk facing traffic, not with it. Don’t walk too closely to buildings, alleys, bushes, parked cars, ect.<\/li>\n
Dress appropriately for safety. Wear clothes that allow free movement and shoes you can run in. Keep your purse tucked securely under your arm and don’t overload yourself with bundles.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
While Driving<\/h2>\n
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When approaching your car, be sure no one is hiding in, or under the vehicle. Have your keys in your hand, pay attention to your surroundings.<\/li>\n
As soon as you get in the car, lock the doors and windows and start the car. Leave the doors and windows locked while you drive.<\/li>\n
Never leave valuable items on seats or exposed in your vehicle. Cover them or put them in your locked trunk.<\/li>\n
Park in well-lit areas as close to a building as possible. Remember where you have parked.<\/li>\n
Keep your car tuned up and always have at least one half tank of gas. In case of car trouble, stay with your car and turn on your flashers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Department of Public Safety Services<\/h2>\n<\/div>
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Courtesy Patrol<\/strong> – will accompany students on campus, 5pm – 11pm, Mon. through Thurs. (during regular school year)<\/li>\n
Online Crime Report<\/strong> – for insurance and information purposes only.<\/li>\n
Operation ID<\/strong> – list any property of value online, in case of theft.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>
THE POLICE DEPARTMENT IS A 24 HOUR ON CAMPUS LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY.<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n
All supervisors and officers are state commissioned law enforcement officers with all duties and authority as any police officer within the state of Missouri.<\/p>\n<\/div>