Safety on Campus
Crime Prevention and Safety Programs
University Orientation
During the summer and fall, members of the Police Department and the Office of the Dean of Students (Judicial Affairs) deliver safety and security presentations to parents and all new students. These sessions provide information on crime prevention, our various security programs, and what resources are available to all members of the University community.
Expectations for student behavior under the Code of Student Responsibilities are clearly defined, with examples provided.
New Employee Orientation
The Boston University Police Department and the Human Resources office provide crime prevention and safety materials to new employees upon hire.
Emergency “Blue Light” Telephones
www.bu.edu/police/contacting/blue-light
Outdoor emergency telephones have been installed in many Charles River and Medical Campus areas. In the event of an emergency, simply press the red button to connect directly to the Boston University Police dispatcher.
Escort Security Service
617-353-4877
The Escort Security Service provides walking escorts to students and employees seven nights a week, from 8 p.m. to 2 a.m. (3 a.m. on weekends). Security escorts are equipped with walkie-talkie radios and can communicate directly with Boston University Police. Service is extended during study periods and final examinations.
Domestic Violence Prevention
The Boston University Police Department provides a full range of services addressing domestic violence issues, including obtaining restraining orders, safety planning, and criminal prosecution.
Laptop Registration Program
Offered by the Boston University Police through STOP (Security Tracking of Office Property), this program enters laptops in a national database and tags computers with an aluminum plate which aids not only in deterring theft but in the return of recovered property. An indelible tattoo is also etched into the cover of the laptop which remains even if the plate is removed. Lifetime registration costs $10 per computer. Details are available at the Boston University Police Department at 32 Harry Agganis Way or at www.bu.edu/police/services/laptop.
Bicycle Registration Program
Bicycle theft is a problem on all college campuses. Parking and Transportation Services (PTS) administers an online bicycle registration program to support, promote, and to increase awareness about this important transportation option. Registration is open to all members of the Boston University community. We also strongly suggest you secure your bicycle with the best lock you can afford.
Annual Security Report
“Safety on Campus” is published on the web each year in the fall. All students, employees, full-time grad students, and full-time, non-residential undergrads, will be notified by e-mail when the report is ready. Hard copies are available upon request to the BU Police Department.Text a Tip to Police with TIP411
847411 Type BU <space> then your message.
University Police can receive your non-emergency messages 24 hours a day. Using SMS (short message service) on equipped cell phones, send a text to 847411. Type BU <space> then your message. Standard text messaging rates apply. Your message is anonymous and you can opt out anytime by texting ?stop?. If you are reporting an emergency situation, please CALL at 617-353-2121.
Building Security Assessment
To ensure that the physical environment is as safe as possible, specially trained Police Officers will conduct thorough security assessments of University facilities. Specific recommendations are made based on exhaustive criteria to increase overall physical security of Boston University facilities.
