Special Notices
Keeping Yourself Safe - Public Safety Tips
The Lehman College Department of Public Safety welcomes you to the new semester. We, at Public Safety, strive to provide a safe, secure working and learning environment for those who seek personal advancement and growth.
Everyone is recommended to take the following precautions:
- Use your cellphone as an emergency tool, ICE (In Case of Emergency) numbers.
- Stay alert and aware of your surroundings. Know where the nearest Emergency Call Box or Blue Light lamp post are located on campus to contact Public Safety.
- Do not leave valuables in your vehicle or on campus unattended/in plain view.
- Office doors, file cabinets, and desk drawers should be locked at all times even if you step out of the area for a short time. Never leave your office space unattended.
- Valuable items such as laptop computers, cameras, projectors, and televisions should be permanently marked for identification and locked away in a secure cabinet.
- Cars should be parked in well-lit areas and kept secured at all times.
- Individuals who are on/near campus and behaving suspiciously should be reported to Public Safety staff immediately at either ext. 7777 or 8228.
- Students, faculty, and staff can request a Public Safety escort if they feel unsafe walking to or from a campus parking lot, between campus buildings or the nearest subway station. Public Safety is available 24/7 and can be called at ext. 7777 or 8228 or 718-960-8228 for requests.
- Students, faculty, and staff should avoid areas that are isolated or poorly lit.
- Travel in groups whenever possible.
Take advantage of our Public Safety semester trainings for awareness. Visit https://lehman.edu/public-safety/index.php for more resources and tips.
"If you see something, say something!"
