Most thieves know to make a quick check of unlocked desks, file draws, jackets, backpacks, etc. Crime on campus is everyone's problem, just because this time you were not a victim does not mean that next time you will escape being selected. The answer to question three presents a unique problem for most office workers. It is always best to see if you can get someone to sit at your desk while you are gone. When that is not possible, lock your door and forward calls to your office, classroom, or studio to another office or activate the answering machine.
Some thieves know that no one is in an office if the phone continues to ring without being answered.
The answer to number four is to always report anything missing to the campus patrol officer. This officer can be contacted by calling the Fox Dispatcher desk at 245 for incidents that are not an emergency or 333 to report an emergency. You should know whenever a repairperson is scheduled to fix or remove an item you're your office or studio area. If you are not aware that a repair or removal was ordered and authorized ask to see the work order and verify the work order with the company and your office or studio area manager, especially is the person is a stranger to you. This list should also include a description of how items are marked, engraved, non- removable decals, paint, etc.