Start the Semester With Safety and Security
Thursday, August 20, 2003
The Fall 2003 semester is beginning and UH students and staff will be returning to the campus. The Fall semester is typically a busy time for many that also includes the criminal activity happening around the campus.
Theft is typically the most prevalent problem on the Manoa campus, with bicycles being stolen most frequently.
Many students will be using bicycles and mopeds to get around campus. The best defense to prevent your bicycle or moped from being stolen is a good lock and a vigilant public. When locking up the bike or moped, remember to secure them to an approved bike rack provided throughout the campus. Make sure you have your bicycle and moped registered and have the paperwork handy for identification purposes. As mentioned above a vigilant public is our greatest asset to preventing theft. If you see something suspicious do not hesitate to call Campus Security at 956-6911 or use the nearest Emergency Call Box. Another suggestion would be to add the emergency Campus Security number to your speed dial on your cell phone. Do your part by securing these valuable means of transportation.
Campus Security will be providing a Stolen Bicycle/Moped "Hot" sheet
here on our web site and to the Parking Officers that check
the parking lots and bike racks.
During the initial days of a new semester while people are
getting oriented to the campus, to Student Housing, and each
other, it is natural to become a little overwhelmed and drop your natural
defenses.
You need to guard against this tendency – BE AWARE of your surroundings
at all times. Don’t
leave your "backpack" unattended; don’t walk off leaving your
keys, or purses on a table. In the residence halls, LOCK YOUR DOORS!, anytime
you are away from your room and at night. Your physical safety
is also
important.
If you see anything unusual or suspicious or are the victim of a crime, notify Campus Security immediately at 956-6911. Prompt reports of these incidents assist our officers’ abilities to apprehend and identify suspects as well as secure key pieces of evidence of a crime.
With the assistance of all members of the university community, the Fall 2003 semester will be prosperous and fulfilling while at the same time, a period of safety and security. If you have any questions or wish to discuss security issues for the Campus, please feel free to contact Captain Donald Dawson at 956-9858 or at ddawson@hawaii.edu.
Thank you, and have a super time here at UH
UHM Campus Security
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