Be
aware of your surroundings and remain mentally alert
Plan
your route and know where the “safe” places are
Walk
in a group with a purpose
Carry
a whistle or noisemaker
Stay
in well lit, public streets and avoid dark isolated
places
Keep
gasoline in your gas tank
Keep
your car doors locked
Have
your keys ready when you are walking to your car
Keep
your room locked and do not prop doors or window
Don’t
let non-residents into residence halls
Trust
your instincts
Try
not to load yourself down… keep hands free
Take
your cell phone with you
Avoid
being isolated with someone you don’t know well
Avoid
wearing your iPod or MP3 Player in both ears
Be
computer safe – clear your cache, cookies and history
Have
a code word you use to relay your discomfort
Lie
to get out of an uncomfortable situation
Always have an escape route
Party
in a group and have a buddy system
Practice safe drinking
Keep
some cash on you at all times
Memorize important phone numbers
