Avoiding violent situations

Inform your supervisor or University Police about any individuals deemed to be threatening or dangerous.

Eliminate opportunities for violence by:

• Alerting University Police
• Knowing your escape route
• Placing a barrier between yourself and the aggressor
• Using effective people / communication skills
• Having a second person with you.

Reacting to violent situations:

• Maintain eye contact and a positive posture to send out positive signals
• Do not touch or approach a person who may become violent
• Keep the person talking as you maintain a controlled, calm demeanor.
• Show concern yet maintain a safe distance; avoid being alone with the person.
• Call 911 (from a campus phone) or 777-2393 (from any phone) or have someone else contact University Police

To Report an Emergency:

• Dial 911 from any on-campus phone
• Dial (607) 777-2222 from any non-campus (cell) phone.
• Pick up any Blue Light phone located on university property