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.  

Be safe by taking these steps:

• Report any threats or acts of violence.
• Mark your valuables and record your serial numbers.
• File Personal Protection Orders (PPO) with Public Safety.
• Don't leave your books, book bag or purse unattended.
• Parking. Lock your vehicle, secure your valuables out of sight and remember where you parked. Walk confidently to and from your vehicle. Have your keys readily available. Whenever possible, use the "buddy system" of walking to your vehicle with someone. Public Safety can be contacted for an escort.
• Report suspicious activity immediately.
• While walking on campus:
• Always be aware of your surroundings.
• Trust your instincts.
• Using electronics leaves the impression that you’re not paying attention and can make you more vulnerable.
• Know where you’re going and how to get there.