If you are staying overnight at MIT, always lock your room door, even when you're leaving for a short period.
Many thefts occur while a room's occupant is down the hall taking a shower, or visiting friends.
Don't leave room keys in a robe or clothing while showering - take them into the stall with you. Should you require emergency assistance, the MIT Campus Police are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Our trained officers are prepared to respond to police and medical emergencies, serious accidents, fires or any other life threatening situations, as well as suspicious criminal activity. Should you wish to contact the MIT Police on a pay phone, you would call 253-1212. There are numerous emergency telephones located across campus and along Memorial Drive.