Safety Tips
University of North Florida Police Department
http://www.unf.edu/dept/upd/
Crime can happen on campus just as it can happen in the community. Don’t take chances and don’t take your safety for granted. You can protect yourself against crime by taking simple precautions:
- Keep your apartment/room door locked at all times.
- Always find out who is knocking before opening the door. Look through the peephole or ask who it is before you open the door.
- Never leave the apartment/room door propped open.
- Always close the apartment/room windows when you leave. Do not leave any valuables within the reach of an open window.
- Keep your keys safe. Don’t lend your key out to anyone and don’t leave keys lying around.
- If the key is lost or stolen, report it to the Housing Office immediately so the lock can be reprogrammed.
- Have your keys ready before you get to your door or your car.
- Always report any suspicious activity to the University Police Department (UPD) 620-2800.
- Don’t walk alone, especially at night.
- Avoid dark paths, shortcuts, or the nature trails after dark. Always use public walkways.
- Carry identification at all times.
- Let your roommate(s) know where you are going and when you will return.
- If you are the victim of a crime, report the incident to UPD immediately.