SIENA HEIGHTS UNIVERSITY SAFETY AWARENESS HANDBOOK
RESIDENCE HALL SAFETY
Although the residence halls are generally a very safe environment , they are not without crime . The majority of crimes in the residence halls involve the theft of personal property . Few of these thefts involve forced entry , and most offenses fall into the category of “ crimes of opportunity .” Effective security and protection of people and property are the primary responsibilities of all members of the campus community . We encourage students to be security conscious at all times .
SAFETY TIPS
RESIDENCE HALL SAFETY
1 . Do not prop open locked residence hall doors .
2 . Lock your door when sleeping .
3 . Lock your room when leaving a roommate asleep inside .
4 . Lock your door when you leave , regardless of the length of time you plan to be gone .
5 . Keep small items of value , such as wallets , money and jewelry , out of sight ; preferably in a small safe .
6 . Take advantage of the free engraving and registration of electronic devices with the Department of Public Safety .
7 . Mark all clothing with a laundry pen or needle and thread , in a place other than the label .
8 . Do not leave notes on your door announcing that no one is in .
9 . Do not take in overnight guests whom you do not know .
10 . Do not allow door-to-door salespeople to enter your room . University policy prohibits soliciting and the alleged salesperson may be “ casing ” your room for later theft .
11 . Never lend out your room key .
12 . Report all thefts immediately to Public Safety , 517.264.7800 .
13 . Report to the residence hall staff all doors , locks and windows that are in need of repair .
14 . Be suspicious of unknown persons loitering or checking doors in your hall . Note their descriptions and call Public Safety immediately .
15 . Do not invite people you “ meet ” on the internet to your room , or to stay overnight in your room .
16 . Properly check in all guests with Public Safety .
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