| August 19, 2008 |
Volume 18, Issue 8 |
Published by the Tulane University Health Sciences Center Police Department for the Health Sciences Center
Rape Aggression Defense Classes
R.A.D
Rape Aggression Defense System is a program of realistic self-defense tactics and techniques for women. The R.A.D. System is a comprehensive, women-only course that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and risk avoidance, while progressing on to the basics of hands-on defense training. R.A.D. is not a Martial Arts program.
Classes will be offered Downtown at the Health Sciences Center Campus as well as on the Northshore at the Tulane University National Primate Research Center in Covington . Please watch for the announcement of class dates and times or contact Capt. Jarrod Sullivan or Cpl. Bryan Daigle at 504-988-5531 or rad@tulane.edu to schedule class.
Wearing Your Tulane ID
Tulane University Health Sciences Center policy requires that all Faculty, Staff, and Students wear their University Identification card at all times while on campus.
ID's are available in Room 806 of the Tidewater Building . Once activated your ID will allow you to gain access to various buildings on campus. For access into the Medical School and JBJ Building have your card activated at TUHSC Police Dispatch at 1430 Tulane Avenue . For access to the Tidewater Building have the card activated in room 806 of the Tidewater Building . For access to the Murphy Building contact the Dean's Office.
If you have any questions concerning access to secured areas see your supervisor for authorization.
HURRICANE SEASON IS HERE!! ARE YOU PREPARED?
Be prepared, have a plan and monitor all Emergency announcements via www.emergency.tulane.edu and the alert line at 1-800-862-8080.
Policy dictates that none of the university campus buildings will be permitted to be used as shelters during Hurricanes. The buildings will be locked and will be inaccessible, this policy will be strictly enforced .
Hurricane Evacuation maps are available at the TUHSC Police Dispatch and Tidewater Entrance Post and the Murphy Building Entrance Post.
Crime Prevention
Definition
Thief: Anyone who is overcome by the temptation to take because of the opportunity we provide.
CATALYTIC CONVERTER THEFTS ARE UP!!
Chances are most drivers don't even know where to find the catalytic converter on their vehicle, but unfortunately, many crooks do. Recently, police departments throughout the United States have noticed a nationwide trend in the spike of catalytic converter thefts. These emission controlling devices can be sold to salvage yards for an average of $80 to $150. Catalytic converters are commonly being cut from the exhaust of vehicles by use of a battery-powered saw or torch and can take less than two minutes to remove from a vehicle.
In an effort to ward off these thefts, drivers should always be alert, park in well-lit areas, and be watchful for individuals suspiciously ducking beneath vehicles. If you see any suspicious activity, notify your local police department immediately or if on campus call 55555.
**Crime Alert** Crime ALert** Crime Alert**
Please report all incidents or suspicious activity as soon as safety permits. Remember to travel in numbers whenever possible, utilize crosswalks, park in well-lit and populated areas, and to use the TUHSC Police 24-hours Security Escort Services. Stop at the lobby post or call 988-5531 for information and safety brochures. In case of EMERGENCY call 988-5555 or 55555 if on campus, and 911 if off campus.
