As in any urban environment, they should take security precautions for themselves and their personal property. They should determine a personal disaster preparedness plan, demonstrate responsible vehicle and bicycle behavior, and observe the rules, regulations, and campus safety and conduct policies. In addition, students are encouraged to be alert to suspicious behavior, and to walk with a friend on well-lit paths when they are out at night. To assist students, faculty, and staff, the Night Safety Shuttle and Night Escort Service are available in the evening for safe access to cars, campus facilities, nearby homes, and public transportation. Self-defense classes, safety presentations, and workplace violence presentations are also available for the safety of all members of our campus community.
Students can access specific campus shuttle and public transportation schedules on the web.
Be Prepared Safety concerns extend to emergency preparedness. The Berkeley campus is a great place to learn, but like any community, it is vulnerable to unexpected events. While no one likes to think about emergencies, we must be prepared. For the past decade, UC Berkeley has been developing, honing, and practicing its emergency response. It has established an Emergency Preparedness Center, which would assess campus needs and set priorities for the use of resources in the event of an emergency.