Included below are some helpful safety tips for students on campus and in the local community.

Residence Hall Security

  • Know who's at the door before you open it
  • Take care of your codes, don't give them out to anyone
  • Don't leave valuables in open view
  • Hang up immediately on any harassing phone calls and report them immediately

Safe Walking

  • Walk with friends after dark
  • Be aware of your surroundings
  • Walk with confidence
  • Trust your instincts
  • Avoid jogging or biking at night
  • Wear brighter reflective clothing

Safety Education and Awareness on Assault and Violence

  • Respect yourself. A good relationship is worth searching and waiting for. Don't "settle;" you are worthy.
  • Maintain healthy relationships based on honesty, respect, trust, and communication.
  • Be a respectful and caring Anselmian.
  • Charge your phone and don't walk alone. Make sure everyone gets home safely.
  • Avoid alcohol. Being intoxicated greatly increases the likelihood of poor decision making.
  • Avoid casual hook-ups. Most sexual assaults on college campuses are committed by known perpetrators or acquaintances.
  • Obtain Consent.
  • Support fellow Anselmians who have been assaulted.
  • Hold others accountable for inappropriate behavior.
  • Visit Anselmians AVERT for more information

Emergency Telephone Locations

  • Three are located in the South Lot.
  • Three are located along the brick pathway leading from the Kavanaugh Lot and Benedict Court.
  • Baroody Lot.
  • Lambert Lane corner.
  • Bernard Way.
  • Bernard Court Lot adjacent to Dominic Hall.
  • Bernard Court rear of lot of Holy Cross Hall.
  • A phone is located in each of the athletic fields.

Additional Links and Online Resources