Crime Prevention
Take responsibility for your own protection and that of the campus community
Effective crime prevention and awareness programs rely on the efforts of the entire campus community. The Oakland Community College Department of Public Safety encourages everyone to make the safety and security of everyone on campus a top priority. The Public Safety Department has established policies and guidelines addressing the physical security and access to campus facilities.
The department stresses awareness through the dissemination of materials to students, staff, and facility. On a continuing basis handouts, posters and the public safety website are utilized to make everyone aware of the potential for crime and the steps necessary to reduce or prevent it.
Oakland Community College is committed to maintaining a safe level of exterior lighting for all college properties. The campuses parking lots, pedestrian walkways and exterior building lights are well positioned and provide illumination promoting a safe environment. Officers routinely survey existing lights and recommend maintenance and additional illumination, if required. Members of the campus community are encouraged to report any lighting deficiencies to the Facilities or Public Safety Department at any time.
Watch for suspicious activity or behavior. Immediately contact Public Safety if you see suspicious people, vehicles, or events. By being aware and alert, you can prevent the opportunity for a criminal to act.
