Off-campus students are faced with important safety decisions on a daily basis. Without the added security of schools to assist and insulate them, these students are targets for violence and crime because criminals often prey in their feelings of invincibility and their general lack of knowledge about the towns and cities surrounding their college campuses.
Personal Safety
Students must recognize that living off-campus means it is their personal responsibility to look out for their own safety. The document below lists personal safety precautions that may lessen the likelihood of becoming a victim.
Off-Campus Housing Safety
Whether you are looking for a new residence or have lived in off-campus housing for years, the following are additional resources to help students build peaceful living environments outside campus. The first document is a safety checklist and includes questions to ask and things to look for when looking for a place to live. The second document is a list of safety precautions to better secure your residence.
When Looking for a Place to Live
