The Department of Public Safety offers a number of safety and security initiatives and has developed strategies to create an environment where the educational process can take place relatively free from the fear of crime. One crime prevention initiative is the Blue Light Alarm System.

The Blue Light System is a series of emergency alarm stations strategically located throughout the campus to provide assistance to anyone in distress. A blue beacon shines above each alarm station. When an individual presses the alarm button, they can communicate directly with the communications center at the Department of Public Safety, to notify the officer of the emergency. An officer, or an emergency team, will be dispatched to respond effectively to the situation.

There are severe penalties for tampering with a Blue Light Alarm or turning in a false alarm, including being prosecuted and/or a judicial affairs hearing.

Blue Light Locations

Familiarize yourself with campus blue light locations (see maps below). There are over 100 blue lights located across main and south campus.

• Main Campus Blue Lights Map

• South Campus Blue Lights Map