UF Safety Tips

Walking home at 1 a.m. after spending six hours in Library West is never fun. It can get kind of scary out there— not to mention dark. There’s no way to know who’s lurking around that corner (it could be this guy),


So here are the best tips to protect yourself on campus:

1. CALL SNAP: if you’re on campus and walking doesn’t seem extraordinarily safe, call SNAP (phone number) they’ll be there in 15 minutes and take you anywhere your heart desires…well, on campus. (352)-392-SNAP

2. DON’T TAZE ME BRO: Andrew Myers made that quote so famous, but now-a-days it’s necessary to walk around with a little equipment! Tazers run about $400, which is a little too expensive, but MASE is a suitable alternative. Spray directly in the eyes and RUN!

3. USE YOUR FRIENDS: I mean that’s what they’re there for! If one of your buddies can’t pick you up, just call and let them know your location and what time you’ll home.

4. PRESS THE BLUE BUTTON: There are blue emergency towers strung all across UF’s campus. While walking at night try to stay close to these light posts, because if anything happens, push the blue button and you will be in direct contact with UPD.

5. CALL A CAB: It’s ok to splurge and spend a couple dollars to get home safely. I’m sure your dad won’t mind you asking for a couple extra dollars if it means his little ‘pudding pop’ is home safe.

PLACES TO GO:
1. UPD: Located on Museum Road, heaven forbid if anything happens to you— but they make sure they take care of every single student out there.

2. ARE YOU READY TO KICK SOME BUTT? At Racquet Club, in addition to kick-boxing, they offer self-defense classes like Tae-Kwon-Do to make sure you rock any offenders world!

3. R.A.D: (Rape Aggression Defense): Hate to admit, but as a female, it is very easy to take advantage of my 5’3, 130 lb frame. This class shows females how to kick butt in any situation!

HOW TO PROTECT YOUR STUFF:
1. REGISTER PLEASE: Something I used to never do, but once you register your product, it proves ownership. And once ownership is proved warranties and refunds will come much easier if your item is stolen or damaged.

2. DON’T GIVE IT UP: Stop giving out passwords! Unless you change them every time you reveal your secret you’re putting yourself at risk for identity theft. No one wants to know your password is SirPootsAlot321 anyways!

3. KEEP YOUR EYES ON IT: When at the library or up studying late, it’s so easy to leave your stuff unattended while heading to Starbucks. You better move that load with you!

4. BE MODEST: Don’t flaunt your new IPOD touch, killer cell phone or wads of cash in front of bad company. You look desperate and liable to get it taken from you.

5. PREPARATION H: Be prepared for the worst, but hope for the best! Honestly, your goodies can be snatched from you at any moment.