Stay Alert, Be Prepared: 5 College Campus Safety Tips for All Essex County College Students

By Emily Everson (Patch Staff)

As college students head back to school, it’s important to think about campus safety. North Jersey has many college campuses, including (LOCALIZE HERE) Drew University in Madison. Here are five tips to help students stay alert so they can have a safe and enjoyable year.

According to SafeWise, an online source for safety and home security news, approximately 16 million young adults head off to college every year. In an effort to promote campus safety, SafeWise is offering the following tips:

Learn about the campus safety office: Familiarize yourself with its location and the services offered there. The campus safety office is a good place to find security tips and information on campus crime.

Walk with others at night: Have a friend accompany you anytime you’re out at night, and stay on well-lit paths. If there is no one around to walk with, contact campus security to request an escort.

Tell someone where you’re going: Whether you’re heading out for a run or going to the library to study, always tell a roommate or friend where you’ll be and when you plan on returning.

Use caution when getting into the car: Be sure to check the backseat before entering your vehicle. Always keep the car locked, and try to park in a well-lit area.

Be aware of surroundings: Avoid wearing headphones and texting while walking from place to place. Walk with confidence and with your head up, and always trust your instincts. Also, make note of where campus emergency phones are located.

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