Campus Health and Safety Information: Safety Tips
For more information contact:
Billy White
College Safety Officer
(252) 246-1264
bwhite@wilsoncc.edu
The College Security Department is composed of sworn law enforcement officers. The security department is responsible for enforcing traffic/parking laws and providing basic security and emergency response services on campus. The department's number one priority is to maintain high visibility as a deterrent to crime. Every effort is made to prevent the occurrence of criminal activity through frequent patrolling of all campus buildings, grounds and parking lots.
The security office is located in Building J, Room J102 and can be reached at extension 1264 or "0" for the operator if dialed from a campus phone (246-1264 from off campus during the day and 291-1195 in the evening). Students, employees and visitors should report to the security department any incidents and concerns immediately so that appropriate response measures may be taken.
We are committed to making Wilson Community College a safer place for all students and employees to work and learn.
Be Prepared
- Always be alert and aware of the people around you.
- Educate yourself concerning prevention tactics.
- Be aware of locations and situations which would make you vulnerable to crime, such as alleys and dark parking lots.
Street and Parking Lot Precautions
- Be alert of your surroundings and the people around you, especially if you are alone or it is dark.
- Whenever possible travel with someone.
- Stay in well-lit areas as much as possible.
- Walk close to the curb. Avoid bushes and alleys where someone could hide.
- If you carry a purse, hold it securely between your arm and body.
- Walk confidently, and at a steady pace.
- Park in well-lit areas
Car Safety
- ALWAYS lock your car doors after entering or leaving your car.
Park in well-lit areas.
- Have your car keys in your hand before you get to your car.
- Check the back seat before entering your car.
- If you think you are being followed, drive to a security, police, sheriff or fire station.
- Don't stop to aid motorists stopped on the side of the road. Go to a phone and request help for them.
- Never pick up hitchhikers.
Office and Classroom Safety
- Never leave your purse or billfold in plain view or in the pocket of a jacket hanging on a door or chair.
- Don't leave cash or valuables in the office or classroom.
- Be aware of escape routes for emergencies.
- Report suspicious people and activities to security personnel.
- If you work alone or before/after normal business hours, keep the door locked
- If you attend night classes or work late, try to walk out with another person or call security for an escort.
