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A well structured and comprehensive crime prevention program for US campuses is offered by Public Safety. In order to promote security and safety, many programs and procedures are developed and monitored by coordinator of Crime Prevention in association with the Office of Campus Life. Initiatives towards this include answering safety and security related questions, conducting programs and encouraging safety consciousness among residents.

Numerous programs are presented to the students, staffs and faculty on request by Crime Prevention and Awareness.

Safety in the City educates students about using skills to prevent crime effectively and living in a safe manner in urban setting.

Be Safe @ Home is a program that offers a variety of safety tools and tips to be used in campuses and campus residence. The program equips students and faculty with knowledge on how to enjoy enhanced safety during emergencies and how to avoid being a victim of crime.

Who is Public Safety is a program that introduces students to purpose, function and services offered by Public Safety.

Alcohol and Drug Awareness enhances student and faculty awareness on underage drinking and dangerous effects of alcohol. There are programs that also deal with drug use, social difficulties, financial hardships and legal ramifications.

Dating Violence educates women students on how to employ preventive strategies in dealing with dangerous situations that arise during dating. The program also educates students on sexual and emotional abuse as well as forms of violence during dating.
Public Safety offers a variety of other services and programs including –

Safe Ride to campus – As a student, if you are stuck in the city without money to get back to the campus residence, you have the option of calling for a cab and reaching the American University’s Public Safety after notifying them. They will pay for the cab and ensure you reach your campus safely and charge to your student account.

Escort Service offers an escort who will walk or ride with you if you have to go out alone at night in the campus. Apart from this, there are a host of counselling programs and educational programs on offer to employees and students of the American Universities. Substance abuse education programs are also offered for individuals and student groups by Human Resources and the Student Health Centre sponsor.

Public Safety offers a number of crime prevention tips -

•    202-885-3636 is the Public Safety number that has to be with you all the time. It is a good idea feeding the number into your mobile phone.

•    If you have to go out at night in your campus, ensure you go in a group.
•    If travelling to the city, ensure you do not wear flashy jewellery. Keep valuables such as money belts, backpacks and purses close to your body.
•    Walk with confidence and try to keep to areas that are well lit and busy.
•    If someone attempts to rob you, make sure you do not resist or struggle.

If you find anyone indulging in suspicious activity, report instantly in order to reduce crime in campuses and enhance safety for students and faculty.