There is also a big problem with theft and alcohol. They have had 4 sexual offenses this semester all of which were acquaintance rapes. School newspaper reports on crimes. Students have handbook available with crime reports. They have shuttles, escort services, and blue lights that are wired directly to the police.
Petty crimes run rapid on the campus.
Also available are free women s defense classes. They also have a detailed web site that reports crimes. The shuttle service stops need to be in better areas for students to wait. Also a proposal for students to have some type of tracking device, where if a student is in trouble they can push a button and the campus police would find and assist you immediately, but because of cost this proposal is still on the table. UMES - They have pamphlets given to every resident alerting them about crimes.