Students should travel in groups and stay in well traveled areas, sometimes it is a good idea not to take the shortest route to your destination. Another reminder is that SNaP and WPI Police are available to all students, regardless of their location on or off campus. Both of these services have become more and more popular in the past few years, as 3 years ago approximately 250 escorts were completed per year and currently the number is closer to 2000. As it is not know if the suspect will act again it is advisable to be aware of your surroundings and to know the location of the emergency phones on campus. One should also try to stay in open areas and away from shrubs, as attackers often repeat a method of operation.
Whistles are also a good idea to carry in case of an emergency.
One should also be careful to secure their living area, whether it is the dorm or an off-campus apartment. In response to the attack, both WPD and WPI Police have stepped up their patrols in and around the campus area. The police are asking that everyone be aware of this crime of opportunity and to alter their behaviors in such a way that it will not happen again.