In the past ten years there has been an increasing number of campus violence situations which include: robbery, assaults, rape and murder. Even though campus seems to be a close-knit community, it appears to be a unity with its own problems which are not that easy to deal with.
Taking into account the fact that one cannot be prepared for everything, here is a list of tips one should be familiar with: report suspicious activity; keep your doors and windows locked; choose well-lit and well-travelled ways to get to your dorm or to the building you need to go to; be careful; try not to drink much or at least drink responsibly. Do not hesitate to call 911 or local police station in case you notice something suspicious. It may actually save someone’s life.
Students, parents and university staff are concerned about campus violence and try to do their best to prevent it. Yet, the best thing to do is to be able to protect yourself or at least know what to do in a situation like that. That is why, being aware of this problem is of major importance for any student. Learn more about campus violence at …