Safety Tips

• Be aware of your surroundings

• Walk in well-lit areas and know the routes you are taking

• When parking your vehicle  secure all doors and  be aware of suspicious individuals

• Before entering your vehicle, check the exterior and interior for safety reasons

• Walk in groups and have a fully charged cell phone and a flashlight for emergency purposes

• For the safety of yourself and others, do not wear a costume that includes anything that can be confused for a real weapon

• If visiting unfamiliar campuses, get familiar with the location of the security station and their emergency contact number

• Do not leave drinks unattended and never accept drinks from someone you do not know

• Do not invite unfamiliar individuals into your home or dorm room

REPORT ALL SUSPICIOUS ACTIVITIES (PERSON/VEHICLES) to THE DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY OR YOU CAN USE ANY CAMPUS EMERGENCY CALL BOX PHONE OR CALL (212) 650-7777 IF YOU ARE A VICTIM OF A CRIME OR WITNESS a crime NOTIFY PUBLIC SAFETY IMMEDIATELY.

PROTECT YOUR PERSONAL PROPERTY

• Be aware of your surroundings
• Never leave your electronics or other belongings unattended
• If you must step away, secure your property or take it with you
• Put distinctive markings on your electronics that make them unique and easily identifiable

OPERATION IDENTIFICATION

Operation Identification is a nationwide Crime Prevention program which provides permanent marking of your valuables. This program is provided by CCNY and assist in the detection of stolen property which make it more difficult to sell. Services can be obtained during club hours on Thursdays from 12:00 Noon to 2:00 PM or by visiting the Public Safety office located in the NAC building, room 4/201.

WALKING

• Avoid walking alone in desolate areas
• Avoid traveling alone at night and stay alert
• When Walking to your vehicle or place of residence, have your keys ready in hand
• If you think you are being followed, cross the street and if you are on campus, contact Public Safety. If you are off campus grounds, call 911
• Do anything that might attract attention or summon assistance

The Department of Public Safety will be issuing a periodic newsletter to keep the college community up to date with events provided by the department as well as crime prevention tips.  The Public Safety Department strives to maintain a safe learning environment for the college community. We believe a well-informed college community will be a safer one.

AWARENESS:  Public Safety will be hosting Crime Prevention Workshops and Operation Property ID events for the college community. These events will give you a chance to meet with Public Safety Officers and learn what services are provided by the department.  

THESE INCLUDE:

• Registration and etching of electronic devices and bicycles in the event property is lost or stolen
• All items are registered with CCNY Public Safety and the New York City Police Department
• Domestic Violence/ and Sexual Assault prevention and awareness
• Personal Self Defense Awareness Tips

Active Shooter awareness presentation and emergency preparedness

ID POLICY:

The ID policy is strongly enforced and all Students, Faculty and Staff are required to carry and provide a validated City College ID card at all times.  Guests visiting the campus to conduct official business are required to sign in with the Officer in the lobby and will only be allowed to do so with another form of identification, i.e. driver’s license or another form of photo I.D.

PERSONAL SAFETY TIPS - SAFEGUARDING YOUR BELONGINGS

• Always stay alert and be aware of your surroundings
• Do not leave personal property unattended even for a minute
• Do not leave valuables in your vehicle unattended and in plain view
• Unless absolutely necessary refrain from displaying or using electronic devices in public
• If possible walk in groups to and from campus or even better, use the College's shuttle bus service
• Use well populated areas and well lit streets

If you suspect you are being followed enter a safe space, i.e. occupied campus building or nearby Store (safe haven) and contact the Public Safety Department at (212) 650-7777 or dial 911.

If you are a victim of a crime report it immediately to The Public Safety Department.  We operate 24 hours a day 7 days a week.

NEXT BUS AT CCNY

The City College of New York offers a free shuttle service for all members of the College Community.   The Next Bus is a new information system provided to track and report the current locations and estimated time of arrival of the shuttle routes.  The main pick up and drop off stops are:

• 138 Street and Convent Avenue (in front of Marshak)
• 125 Street and St. Nicholas Avenue (in front of Chucky Cheese)
• 145 Street and St Nicholas Avenue (train station)
• 133 Street and St Nicholas Terrace (CCNY Towers)

The shuttle routes can be viewed on a monitor inside of the Marshak lobby at 138th Street and Convent and the NAC lobby.  Using an internet browser on a mobile phone: http://bit.ly/O6eh6e, or on a computer: http://bit.ly/o6dmcf.  You will also be able to create an account at http://bit.ly/MNEp9G for alert notifications. 

CUNY ALERT:  CUNY Alert is an emergency notification system that enables the University campuses to advise students, faculty and staff of an emergency (ex: a severe hurricane or snowstorm).  It provides timely information to protect lives and minimize campus disruption.  CUNY has worked with the State Emergency Management office to utilize the State's all hazards alert and notification system, called NY Alert, for use by the CUNY campuses. Register free at: CUNY ALERT

DON'T BE A VICTIM

Assertive police strategies have cut crime dramatically in New York.You can reduce the possibility of being a victim by knowing these simple facts:

• Be alert and aware of your surroundings at all times.If you believe you are being followed or targeted chances are you may be - STAY ALERT
• Avoid walking and texting or talking on a cell phone
• Use headsets; if they can't see it they can't grab it
• Carry your purse close to your body clap side in
• When in a restaurant or store, don't leave your handbag over the back of the chair or in a shopping cart unattended
• Carry your wallet in your breast pocket of your jacket or in your front pants pocket - NEVER in the your rear pants pocket
• Be wary of con artists; some divert your attention while another picks your pocket or grabs your cell phone
• If possible carry personal alarms you can activate to alert the public in the event that you need assistance
• Follow your instincts. If it seems too good to be true, it probably is
• Hold on to your cell phone and keep it secured and out of sight when not in use
• Report suspicious activities to the Department of Public Safety

THERE IS SAFETY IN NUMBERS

Coordinate your schedule with fellow students or friends so that you walk to and from classes together.This will help reduce the risk of being targeted by a potential assailant.Use the College shuttle bus service whenever possible.
 

SIGN UP FOR THE CUNY ALERT MASS NOTIFICATION SYSTEM BY CLICKING HERE 

CUNY Alert is an emergency notification system that enables the University to advise students, faculty and staff of an emergency situation such as school closings due to severe weather, in a timely fashion to protect lives and minimize campus disruption. Depending upon the severity of the incident, CUNY Alert messages can range from specific instructions to general warnings.  These notifications will be sent to those who have signed up via their cell phones (text or voice messages), land line telephone and/or e-mail. You choose how you wish to receive messages once you "opt" in the system.