Avoid walking alone at night unless absolutely necessary. If you're not with a group, stay in sight of one.

Keep to well-lit, commonly traveled routes. Avoid shortcuts and dark, isolated areas. Avoid isolated areas like library stacks and laboratories after class hours. If you must be in these places, work with a friend, let someone know where you are, and be extra alert.

Walk purposefully, know where you are going, project a no-nonsense image.

Avoid potentially dangerous situations.

If you feel threatened, cross the street, locate an emergency phone,or enter a store or place of business even if you have just left it. If there isn't one, keep moving. Vary your pace, change directions, and go to a well lit area. These measures let the person following you know that you cannot be taken by surprise. If you have to scream for help, do it!

Have your door keys ready; carry them in your pockets, not buried in a purse.

As you walk around campus, always be aware of your surroundings, paying attention to where you are and who is around you. Avoid walking in isolated or dark areas, and whenever possible, walk with one or more friends.

Carry a whistle with you.

Know the location of phones to contact your campus security or police department.

Never carry large amounts of money. If you're robbed, stay calm. Don't be a hero - do what the robber asks - turn over your money or valuables. Note the robber's appearance and report the crime immediately. Never go anyplace with the attacker. The attacker plans to harm or kill you in a place where no one can help you.

NEVER hitchhike. Accept rides only from persons you trust. If harassed from a car, walk swiftly or run in the opposite direction to safety. If you're really frightened scream for help.

Jogging Safety:

In view of recent attacks on joggers, everyone that is currently enjoying that sport needs to be aware of certain crime prevention tips geared exclusively to them. These safety tips can apply to anyone that is on the street either walking, jogging, or running.

Many joggers have the mistaken idea that because they usually do not carry large sums of money with them as they jog, they are not likely candidates for an attack. Unfortunately, that is not true. They must always be aware of their surroundings and take appropriate action to protect themselves.

One of the most serious problems for joggers is not paying attention. They become so preoccupied with the physical act of jogging that they lose touch with the moment. They are so busy concentrating on how much further they have to go and on putting one foot in front of the next, that they don't pay attention to what is happening right here, right now.

When they allow themselves to become preoccupied, they have jeopardized their security. When they are not paying attention, it gives the would-be attacker the opportunity to surprise them. Being alert and being aware is vital at all times.

Safety Tips for Jogging:

• Jog with a known companion
• Jog in a familiar area
• Do not jog in a secluded area
• Do not jog after dark
• Jog facing the traffic
• If followed, go to the nearest house and call the police
• Wear bright colored clothing to improve your visibility
• Carry a whistle or shrill alarm to summon help, if needed
• Vary your route and pattern of running
• Always be aware of your surroundings. Keep Alert!
• Jog away from bushes where someone could hide
• Take a key with you when you jog. Don't leave your house unlocked. Someone might be watching you and your house to see when it will be empty or unlocked.