| July 15, 2008 |
Volume 18, Issue 7 |
Published by the Tulane University Health Sciences Center Police Department for the Health Sciences Center
Newcomers' Issue
The TUHSC Police Department welcome s all new and returning students, faculty and staff . In order to attempt to make your stay as safe as possible we have sources to keep you informed : We distribute this newsletter once a month and a special Cleary Act issue will be distributed October 1st. These along with a w ealth of other important safety information can be found on our website:
www.tuhscpd.tulane.edu .
Drop by our TUHSC P olice dispatcher's station in the front lobby of 1430 Tulane Avenue and visit our brochure rack for additional pamphlets concerning security and safety issues . Also remember w e can always be reached at our 24-hour Non-emergency number 98 8-5531 , and EMERGENCY NUMBER 98 8-5555.
HURRICANE SEASON HAS ARRIVED
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 building's will be locked and will be inaccessible, and this policy will be strictly enforced .
Hurricane Evacuation maps are available at the TUHSC Police Dispatch and Tidewater Entrance Posts and the Murphy Building Entrance Post. .
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.
Night Out Against Crime
On Tuesday, August 5 , 200 8 , neighborhoods throughout the Greater New Orleans area are being invited to join forces with thousands of communities nationwide for the “ 2 5th Annual National Night Out” (NNO) crime and drug prevention event. National Night Out is sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW), and is co-sponsored locally by the New Orleans Police Department, and Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office with the cooperation of other federal, municipal and campus police agencies.
Please check with your local churches and neighborhood community centers for planned events in your area. Also the Kenner Police Department is sponsoring a special Night Out Against Crime kickoff event on Sunday August 3, 2008 from 4:00 pm till 7:00 pm at the Treasure Chest Casino. There will be entertainment, children's activities, various displays and demonstrations by law enforcement professionals, live music and great food — all free!!
**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.
