Prevent Assaults

Assault

• Be aware of what is going on around you. Walk assertively. You are less likely to become a target if you look like you know where you are going and what is happening around you.

• Do not walk alone, especially after dark. Ask a friend to walk with you to your car or residence. Take a university tram or call Campus Cruiser for an escort if you do not have anybody to walk with.

• When you go jogging, use the track or pick a route on campus where there is high visibility.

• Trust your instincts. If something feels wrong with a person, building or situation, something probably is wrong. Change your plans, move away from the person, get out of the area – whatever is necessary for you to feel comfortable.

• If you think you are being followed, stay in well-lighted areas and go into a store or restaurant. If these are not available, join a group of people and ask to walk with them until it is safe.

• Know the locations of the emergency blue light phones.

• Report any suspicious activity to the Department of Public Safety (DPS) immediately at 213-740-4321 (University Park campus) or 323-442-1000 (Health Sciences campus).

• Take a self defense class offered by the Department of Public Safety. Call 213-740-6000 for more information and to sign up.

• Minimize your risk of consuming a rape drug by bringing your own drinks to parties and not leaving your drink unattended.