CRIME PREVENTION

Personal safety and property security at Kennesaw State are everyone's responsibility. The KSU Public Safety Department urges all members of the community to participate in making the campus as safe as possible. If you develop good security habits, you can assist us in protecting you and safeguarding your property.

KSU Crime Education Programs

The KSU Department of Public Safety sponsors many educational programs to help students and employees become more aware of criminal offenses. These programs provide information on: sexual assault awareness and prevention; date and acquaintance rape; personal safety and security; and campus safety. One program is held each semester and is announced in the student and faculty/staff newspapers, campus flyers, e-mail and college mail. KSU Police provides free Rape Aggression Defense courses and S.A.F.E. courses for female students, staff and faculty.

Rape Aggression Defense (RAD)

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The R.A.D.class is a self-defense class for women only. The course consists of a lecture portion on personal safety and is followed by hands on tactical training.
At the conclusion of the class, students wear protective gear and participate in live, simulated attack scenarios with the R.A.D. man. The course is open to all faculty, staff and students at no charge. MORE INFORMATION AND CLASS SCHEDULES

Self-defense Awareness an Familiarization Exchange (S.A.F.E)
Self-defense Awareness & Familiarization Exchange (A course designed by the National Self-Defense Institute) is a two hour program offered by the KSU Police for female students, faculty and staff at KSU. The program is based upon the following ideas: violent crimes are crimes of opportunity, and when you remove the element of opportunity, you reduce the risk of attack. 90% of self-defense is mental preparedness; the other 10% is physical.

S.A.F.E. will provide participants with great crime prevention information and resources as well as a pre-basic familiarization with physical training methods.

Safety
Information on criminal incidents that may pose a threat to life or property is distributed on a timely basis through the student or faculty/staff newspapers, campus flyers, e-mail and university mail. If you would like to have the information sent to you by e-mail click HERE to sign up.

Crime Prevention Tips

Although the Kennesaw State campus is relatively crime free, it is still vulnerable to criminal activity due to its proximity to two major interstate highways. The most likely crime sites are the library, athletic facilities, parking lots and classroom buildings.

The following are some safety measures that could help prevent your becoming a crime victim:

When You Are Driving

  • Drive with doors locked and windows rolled up.

  • When you park, lock car doors and trunk and take your key.

  • Store valuables out of sight in a locked trunk or glove compartment.

  • Park in well-lit areas.

  • If possible, don't drive alone. There is safety in numbers.

  • Don't pick up hitchhikers.

  • Check inside and underneath the car before getting in.

  • If you see blue lights on the car behind you, do not pull over until you are in a well-lit, populated area. The police officer will understand your concerns.

  • If your car breaks down and someone stops to assist you, it is better to ask the person to call the police for you than to accept a ride.

    If You Are Walking

  • Don't walk alone.

  • Use pubic, well-lit walkways. Avoid dark, isolated areas.

  • Dress for freedom of movement. A woman carrying a purse should keep it tucked closely under her arm.

  • Look alert and hold your keys in your hand when you are walking to your car.

  • Carry only necessary cash and credit cards.

  • Avoid wearing expensive jewelry in public.

    If You Are Being Followed

  • Cross the street.

  • Change direction.

  • Keep looking back, so the person realizes you are aware of his/her presence.

  • Go to a well-lit, populated area.

  • Notice as many physical details as possible, so you can describe the person to the police.

  • Report the incident to the police.

    If You Are Alone in an Office or Classroom

  • Keep the door locked.

  • Always ask who is knocking before opening the door.

  • Never prop open locked exterior building doors.

    Preventing Theft on Campus

  • Keep cash, checks, credit cards and books with you at all times. Never leave them unattended.

  • Write your name and social security number, in pen, inside your books.

  • Keep your car locked at all times to prevent theft of stereos, tape and CD players.

  • Store computers, lab equipment and audiovisual equipment, when not in use, in a locked office or classroom.

    Keeping the Campus Safe

  • Report suspicious or criminal activity to the KSU police.

  • Use locks on lockers and bicycles.

  • Attend crime prevention programs.

  • Take responsibility to protect yourself and your fellow students.
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