Department of Dance
Safety and Security
Please be mindful of your own safety and that of students, as well as security of equipment and spaces. The University does not carry insurance for theft. The Department has had several thefts of computers, video cameras, and other equipment in recent years. If a theft is found to be due to our negligence (i.e., people leaving doors propped), then we are not likely to get assistance in replacing the stolen items. Remind yourself and students of the following:
1. The campus escort service may be called at 334-5963. This service is
provided for students (or faculty) who live on campus or for students
(or faculty) who have a car parked on campus.
2. When rehearsing on nights and weekends, keep studio/theatre doors locked
while inside.
3. Never leave a rehearsal or performance alone at night. Always "buddy
up" with a friend.
4. DO NOT AT ANY TIME prop or wedge open an exterior building door. Remove
any such props that are found and report the incident to the office.
5. When entering or leaving the building from locked exterior doors, especially
during times when the building is closed to the general university population,
make sure the doors close and lock behind you.
6. Make sure all doors are locked and all windows that can be opened are
locked when you leave a space. If you walk past an empty studio that is
standing open, please do not just ignore it; either secure the space yourself
or report it to the Secretary, Equipment Room, or Campus Police.
7. The campus emergency phone number is 334-4444; keep it and other important
phone numbers on hand for easy reference.
8. Become familiar with the operation and location of the building's emergency
phones and panic button system, especially those located near studios
and dressing rooms.
9. Report any suspicious looking individuals or groups to the office or
the campus police immediately.
10. Where possible, store equipment out of sight when not in use.
11. Do not leave wallets or any valuables unattended, even for a moment.
Don’t leave anything that looks valuable next to an open door, even
if you are in the room.