{"id":10974,"date":"2024-09-05T15:32:40","date_gmt":"2024-09-05T19:32:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/dos\/?p=10974"},"modified":"2024-09-05T15:32:40","modified_gmt":"2024-09-05T19:32:40","slug":"resources-for-staying-healthy-and-keeping-safe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bu.edu\/dos\/2024\/09\/05\/resources-for-staying-healthy-and-keeping-safe\/","title":{"rendered":"Resources for staying healthy and keeping safe"},"content":{"rendered":"

The following was sent to all students on Thursday, September 5, 2024 from Dean Jason Campbell-Foster, Dr. Judy Platt, MD, Chief Health Officer and Executive Director of Student Health Services, and Kelly Nee, Chief Safety Officer, of Security & Preparedness.<\/em><\/p>\n

Terriers,<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Thank you for bringing the electricity back with you from summer break! Campus is alive again and it is so good to see you all.\u00a0 As you resume your life on campus, we\u2019d like to share a few reminders and resources to help you (and us) prioritize your health, wellbeing and safety.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

First and foremost, Terriers take care of each other<\/span><\/b>. One of the best things about BU is our tight-knit community, despite our size. Find ways to engage with new friends and classmates through whatever speaks to you, whether it\u2019s joining a club, doing service projects, or cheering on our Terriers – and look out for one another as you do.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Familiarize yourself with the University<\/span><\/b> Good Samaritan Policy<\/span><\/b><\/a>, <\/span><\/b>which means that you can get help in an alcohol or drug emergency without fear of judicial action \u2013 even if you\u2019re under 21. Consider participating in <\/span>bystander intervention trainings<\/span><\/b><\/a> to learn how you can be most helpful to a friend or peer who may find themselves in a difficult situation. Read through the <\/span>BU Lifebook<\/span><\/a> and the <\/span>Code of Student Responsibilities<\/span><\/a> and understand what we expect of one another.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

We need you to<\/span><\/b> be considerate of our community<\/span><\/b>, not only as a BU student, but also, as residents of the city of Boston. Please be mindful and respectful of your neighbors and if you <\/span>see something, say something<\/span><\/a>. Keeping our community safe depends on all of us. Check out <\/span>BU\u2019s Safety Awareness for Everyone<\/span><\/a>.\u00a0 We also keep our community informed through campus-wide messaging through our <\/span>BU Alert system<\/span><\/b>. <\/span>Please sign up!<\/span><\/a>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Remember, too, that you are living in a city, and that<\/span> it is important that you remain aware of your surroundings<\/span><\/b>. Unfortunately, not everyone will have your best interests in mind, so be sure to do things like locking your residence, bikes, and cars and not leaving personal items unattended. Be aware that frauds and scams can come from unfamiliar email addresses and phone numbers. Know that no entity from any government will request money or payment in any form from you over the phone.\u00a0 If something occurs and you do need assistance, please refer to the back of your Terrier card, which has helpful contact information for <\/span>BU Police<\/span><\/b><\/a>, <\/span><\/b>the <\/span>Scarlet Safe Walk,<\/span><\/b><\/a> and <\/span>Student Health Services<\/span><\/b><\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Whether you\u2019ve returned to campus, or are here for the first time, we understand that the semester can have unexpected struggles.<\/span><\/b> There are many resources on campus if\u00a0<\/span>you need support emotionally, physically, or otherwise.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n