Around Campus

• Be observant. Make sure that you are aware of your environment. It is advisable that you familiarize yourself with campus buildings and landmarks.
• Avoid taking shortcuts through alleys or isolated areas.
• Know the route to your destination.
• Stay in populated areas of campus buildings.
• Do no talk on your cell phone or listen to IPod, etc. – anything that distracts your attention.
• After dark, walk in well lighted areas of campus and the surrounding area.
• Walk in groups. There is safety in numbers.
• Try to "travel light" around campus. Carry all your belongings in one bag. Numerous backpacks, purses, cases, umbrellas and boxes weigh you down. 
• Do not look like a “victim.”  Walk with purpose and display confidence.
• Keep your head up and don't be afraid to make eye contact with people.
• Never leave property unattended in any campus building or in your car.
• If you need to step out for a bathroom break or to get a snack, leave your property with someone you trust or take it with you.
• Park your car in well lighted areas where there is a high volume of traffic.
• If you use a cell phone, radar detector, or CD player in the car, conceal them or take them with you. If it uses a lighter jack, hide the jack out of site and REPLACE THE LIGHTER PLUG.
• Keep anything of even minimal value, in the trunk, if you do not take it with you.
• If you see any suspicious activity or person, call USFSP POLICE at 873-4140.