In an effort to educate faculty, staff and students and to promote awareness, Towson University Police Department has joined other higher education institutions across the nation in recognizing National Campus Safety Awareness month. Throughout September, the TUPD will host a number of campus events and programming to raise awareness, educate students about crime prevention, and promote safety.
Tuesday, September 2, 2014
Join TUPD at our “Registration Station”- The “Registration Station” will provide FREE engraving and FREE property registration using our online personal property registration. Each member of the campus community who registers or has their personal property engraved will receive FREE ICE CREAM. 11 – 1 p.m., on the second floor of the University Union.
Wednesday, September 10, 2014
World Suicide Prevention Day. Suicide is a major public health problem. The psychological pain that leads individuals to take their lives is unimaginable. Their deaths leave families and friends bereft, and often have a major ripple effect on communities.Please support suicide prevention and awareness by wearing a yellow for the day. In addition, the TUPD will provide yellow suicide prevention ribbons, information and resources, on the second floor of the University Union, 11 – 12:30 p.m.
Wednesday, September 17, 2014
TigerWalks- A Crosswalk Near You. In Baltimore County, approximately 450 pedestrians are struck annually. In 2013, 22 pedestrians were killed on Baltimore County roadways. The Towson University Police Department will be at various crosswalks located throughout campus to promote pedestrian safety. Heads Up TU!! Let’s Walk Safe!!
Wednesday, September 24, 2014
Operation “Gotcha”- WATCH YOUR STUFF!! The most prevalent crime on our campus is THEFT. Many items are lost or stolen after being left unattended by the owner. The Towson University Police Department will be checking buildings on campus for items left alone and unwatched. A“Gotcha” slip will be left to remind the property owner to better protect their valuables.
Towson University Police Department wants to remind everyone to have a safe semester. For additional information on National Campus Safety Awareness Month, or its events, please contact Community Outreach Officer Corporal Kia Williams at 410-704-5622.
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