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  • Secure Your Home

    hedman.11@osu.edu | October 5, 2023
    Whether you live on campus, or off, secure your home. Help keep all Buckeyes safe by making it harder on criminals.On CampusDo not allow tailgaters into residence halls. All residence halls require a person to swipe their Buck ID to gain access. Even though it may seem rude, do not hold the door for unknown persons. Make everyone swipe in to gain access.Once inside, lock your room door and do not...
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  • In the News: Ohio State gives away security devices in hope to deter crime

    mckivergan.1@osu.edu | September 29, 2023
    10TV recently covered Ohio State's most recent efforts to ensure student safety. The university offers students free window or door locks that set an alarm if the window or door is opened, as well as a smart timer. "Police tell us a lot of crime is crime of opportunity, so criminals are not looking for a difficult situation," said Dave Isaacs, communications and media relations manager. "So ...
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  • Nationwide Emergency Alert Test

    holman.126@osu.edu | September 27, 2023
    The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will conduct a nationwide emergency alert test on October 4. During this time, wireless emergency alerts (WEA) compatible cell phones will receive a test message. This is not a Buckeye Alert, but many students, faculty and staff will receive the test message. The text will say “THIS IS A TEST of th...
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  • In the News: Ohio State University increases police presence and expands safety resources

    mckivergan.1@osu.edu | September 25, 2023
    As featured by WSYX, OSUPD is hiring more police officers and expanding other safety resources. "We're trying and we will continue to try to provide safety layers, law enforcement, different cameras, more lighting and adding officers," said Chief Kimberly Spears-McNatt. The university is actively hiring five police officers, creating a total force of 75 officers, among other safety enha...
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  • In the News: OSUPD Hiring

    hedman.11@osu.edu | September 18, 2023
    10TV recently covered Ohio State's efforts to expand its police force. The university announced an effort to hire five more OSUPD officers, bringing the full authorized strength to 75. The jobs posted last week and the agency is seeking qualified candidates. Apply online!Watch Full Story...
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