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Frequently Asked Questions - SafetyHow is security set up in the residence halls?In order to enter a residence hall students must use their ID card or key depending on the building. Guests can use the phones located outside each residence hall to call and have the resident let them into the building. Is there a rising crime problem on the University campus?The crime rate at UConn is equal to the national crime rate for a school similar to our location and population. Students do need to use common sense by locking doors and taking advantage of the escort system if they are going to walk alone across campus. UConn’s rural location should not give students a sense of false security, because crimes such as theft and vandalism do happen here. For a copy of the “Uniform Crime Report” visit the UConn Police website; the report is available via the link labeled “UCR Reports." How are crimes or emergencies reported on campus?The University has its own 9-1-1 emergency telephone system, which is answered at the Police Department dispatch center. The advantage of UConn’s 911 system is that is located directly on campus, so the police can pinpoint the exact location of the call. Students who use University phones or one of the 250 emergency call boxes on campus can get immediate assistance. Students who dial 9-1-1 using a cell phone need to stay on the line to give the police directions to their location. UConn Police will get the 911 call from a cell phone no matter what the student's area code is, the call goes directly to the Police Department. Are there sprinklers located in the residence halls?All of UConn‘s residence halls have sprinkler systems. Does UConn have an Emergency Communication System?The University has developed a multilayered integrated system for communications during an emergency or crisis. The system includes several services for disseminating information, such as website alerts, email, text messaging, sirens and Code Blue Phone Kiosks. Information about an emergency will be posted and updated on the Alert Notification System website. The various communications services will direct the University community to that website. It is strongly recommended that students register their cell phone number with the text messaging alert service. Information about registering a cell phone number can be found on the Alert Notification System website. How can my son/daughter get back to their residence hall late at night?Husky Watch is an Escort Service provided by the UConn Police Department to all members of the university community with the intent to provide a SAFE escort. All employees are students who report to the Police Department Community Services Division Supervisor. The service operates seven nights a week during the academic year from 5:00pm (6:00pm during daylight savings) until 2:00am Sunday through Wednesday and 5:00pm until 3:00am Thursday through Saturday. |