Never walk alone if at all possible. If you absolutely have to walk alone, walk on well-lighted walkways and plan your route ahead of time. Avoid places where attackers might hide (spaces between parked cars, overgrown shrubs, dark passageways) and areas where you might get cornered. Remember, it is best to walk facing traffic. If anyone follows you, look confident and let him or her know you are aware of his or her presence. Don't be polite or engage in conversation. If they continue to follow you, cross the street and/or change directions. If this doesn't work, walk toward other people or occupied buildings and stay away from places where you might get cornered. If someone in a car follows you and is persistent or becomes obscene, write down the license number and report it the University Police as soon as possible.
Ask for assistance from the
University Police Department if you are frightened or concerned.
