Safety
CAMPUS PATROL
United Tribes Technical College Campus Security division is divided into three shifts which operate twenty four hours a day, seven days a week, three hundred sixty five days a year. These Security officers respond to calls for assistance, escorts, emergencies, sick and injured persons, vehicle accidents, and calls of a criminal nature. Campus Security patrols the campus by means of bike and foot patrol along with vehicle patrol.
The Campus Security make regular foot patrols of residence halls and buildings on campus in order to maintain the safety of the UTTC community. Contact with the students and the faculty/staff helps to build trust and excellent working relationships.
SAFETY TIPS
Personal Safety
The UTTC Security Department urges all members of the campus community to participate in making our campus as safe as possible. If you develop good safety habits, you can assist us in safeguarding your property and the college property.
In the event of suspicious or criminal activity, call the UTTC Security Department immediately(255-3285 ext. 1200, 1300). Remember, apathy is a criminal's greatest ally. You cannot assume that someone else will report criminal activity. You must take the responsibility yourself!
Safety in Your Car
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Keep your car in good working order and the gas tank at least half full.
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Always lock your doors while driving.
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Check underneath your car and in the back seat before entering.
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Have your keys in your hand so you don't have to linger.
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If possible, carry a cellular telephone with you in case of a mechanical breakdown.
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Park in well-lighted areas and lock the doors, even if you'll only be gone a short time.
Residence Hall Safety
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Lock your door when you leave the room, even if you will be gone only for a minute. It takes about eight seconds for someone to walk into an open room and remove an item.
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Notify your Resident Assistant, Dorm Director and Campus Security of any suspicious loitering in the vicinity of your building.
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Never leave purses, wallets, jewelry and other valuables unattended in laundry rooms, showers, cafeterias, or lobby areas.
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Never prop open ANY exterior door to your dormitory. This compromises everyone's safety.
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Never let a stranger into your building.
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Make a list of your valuables with a description and serial numbers and turn it in to UTTC Security to keep on file.
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Mark you valuables for identification purposes by using engravers made available by the UTTC Security Department.
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Resident Halls are equipped with security cameras to ensure the safety and security of the Residents. We encourage all students to take the precaution of their personal surroundings.
Safety Outside and at Night
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Walk confidently, and directly, at a steady pace.
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Walk on the side of the street facing traffic.
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Stay in well-lighted areas as much as possible.
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Never work alone in an office or classroom at night. Arrange a buddy system with someone you work or study with. ( A buddy system is a coopoerative practice of pairing two or more people together for mutual assistance or safety).
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Stay alert to your surroundings. Trust your instincts.
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Never walk to your parked car alone. Walk with someone.
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When you feel you are in danger, attract attention any way you can.
Call Boxes
Emergency call boxes have been placed at the following locations on campus:
- Sakakawea Hall North Entrance
- Sitting Bull Hall North Entrance
- Itan'can Oyanke Leadership Lodge East Entrance
- Itan'can Oyanke Leadership Lodge West Entrance
To operate the call box just open the door, pick up the hand receiver and the call goes directly to the Security department. Call boxes can be used to report vehicle problems, personal escorts or general information with the campus Security.
UNITED TRIBES TECHNICAL COLLEGE WILL DO EVERYTHING IT CAN TO PROVIDE ITS STUDENTS, STAFF, AND GUESTS WITH A SAFE ENVIRONMENT. HOWEVER, BE AWARE THAT OUR SECURITY STAFF CANNOT BE IN ALL PLACES AT ALL TIMES. THEREFORE, IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO BE SURE THAT YOU TAKE THE NECESSARY PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES TO PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR PROPERTY.
For more information on campus safety, click on links below:
www.securityoncampus.org
universitylanguage.com/guides/safety-on-campus-how-to-stay-safe-at-college/
