Daytona Beach Campus Safety

Safety Tips and Crime Prevention

Safety Tips || Department Services

Safety Tips

Use the "buddy" system when walking on campus, especially at night. When walking, stay in active, well-lit areas. An ESCORT service is available 24 hours a day by calling extension 6480.
Lock and double check your doors and windows before you leave, even for a short time. Don't leave your keys or I.D. cards and be sure to report lost keys or cards promptly.
Always be aware of your surroundings, and report suspicious activity to the Safety Department. For emergencies, look for a Blue Light emergency phone or dial 7233(SAFE).
Park in well-lit portions of parking lots, keep valuables out of sight, preferably in the trunk, lock your car, and avoid walking to your vehicle alone.
If you become the victim of a crime, report it immediately to the Safety Department. If we don't know that a crime has occurred, there is nothing we can do to help.
Don't leave large amounts of money in your room. The Department suggests you open a local bank account. Also, keep valuables such as jewelry, watches and loose change out of sight. If you live in the Residence Halls use the "lock boxes" provided.
Record the serial numbers of your valuables and keep these numbers in a safe place. Mark your valuables with an identification number. A driver's license number engraved on valuables will help aid the police in recovering items and returning them to the rightful owner. Engravers are available in the Parking and Traffic Services Office at the Student Center.
Never leave your possessions unattended in public places. Remember, the majority of thefts on campus are thefts of opportunity.
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If you lose an item on campus, report it to the Information Center in the Student Center lobby.
Contact the Safety Department regarding any questions you may have concerzning safety and security. We are here to help you in any way we can.

Department Services

Escorts - Safety escort services are available on campus for everyone, especially at night. Call 226-6480 or extension 6480.
Access - Access will be given to facilities for those individuals who are properly authorized. If a resident of a university managed housing facility is locked out of their room, they should first seek assistance from a member of the Housing staff. If they are not available, Safety personnel will be happy to assist.
"Safe Apartment" - An informative video on how to select safe off-campus housing, a questionnaire, and a brochure are available from the Safety and Housing Departments.
Vehicle Security - If you need to leave your vehicle on campus for extended periods of time, call Parking and Traffic Services or the Safety Department and they will suggest the best place to leave it. The University cannot assume liability for loss or damage, but the Safety Department will provide special attention to your vehicle.
Special Events - The Safety Department will provide and/or coordinate security for special events on university property.
"Operation ID" - Engravers and personal registration cards are available at Parking and Traffic Services for students to mark personal items and log serial numbers for their private records.
Project GradeSaver - Decals, inventory cards, and instructions are available in the Safety Office to aid in theft prevention and recovery of textbooks.
Bike Registration - Bicycles must be registered and can be engraved at the Parking Services Office to aid in theft prevention and recovery.
"Lease-A-Lock" - High security bike and motorcycle locks may be leased for an indefinite period of time from Parking and Traffic Services. When the lock and key are returned in working condition, the full deposit will be refunded.
Speakers - If you have a special need or concern that you would like to have addressed on topics of safety or security, the Safety Department will provide or arrange for a speaker.
Referral Service - If the Safety Department cannot provide a specific service, you will be referred to individuals, university departments, or agencies who can.