This Halloween weekend, keep the costumes spooky but take your personal safety serious. If you celebrate, please do so responsibly and be respectful neighbors. Police recommend sticking with your friends. If you go out together, come home together.
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A Safety Message from OSUPD and CPD
Chief Kimberly Spears-McNatt and Chief Elaine Bryant are teaming up to share safety messaging with all Buckeyes! Whether you live on campus, or off, police and public safety are on patrol to enhance your safety.
Secure Your Home
Whether you live on campus, or off, secure your home. Help keep all Buckeyes safe by making it harder on criminals.
In the News: Ohio State gives away security devices in hope to deter crime
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.
Nationwide Emergency Alert Test
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.