Bill remarked that they are seeing an increasing number of taxis on campus, so students may be drinking off campus, but an increasing number are choosing not to drive. Meetings have been held with students to build awareness of the escort van service. On-campus traffic checkpoints are deigned to be educational and to function as a reminder. He said that the best way for faculty and staff to help is to be aware of our surroundings. If something doesn't seem right, call Security.
Blue phones are available all over campus, and they are in the process of adding more.
Don't walk alone at night, Bill advised. Security will send an escort. Although it may take a few minutes more, it's worth it to be more assured of your safety. Security checks lighting on a regular basis, including foliage blocks, but employees should call Security if they notice lights burned out. Be sure to lock up your belonging in your office, and don't leave laptops and cell phones unattended or in sight in your car, even if it's locked.