Protecting Yourself

University Police Escorts

http://www.vpaf.uni.edu/pubsaf/services/escorts.shtm
To request an escort, call 319-273-2712.

University Police offers escorts to the UNI community 24 hours per day, 365 days a year. Anyone needing an escort from a university building or Residence Hall is encouraged to use the escort service. Escorts are provided by Officers and the Student Patrol, offering escorts on foot, bikes, and by car.

Escorts from the North Dome Lot and the South Art Lot can be obtained from the lighted phones in each lot.

If you choose to walk alone on campus, familiarize yourself with locations of the UNI Emergency Phones.

Rape Aggression Defense (RAD)

http://www.vpaf.uni.edu/pubsaf/programs/rad.shtml

Rape Aggression Defense, or R.A.D., is a self-defense program for women based on teaching simple techniques to improve personal safety. It was originated by Lawrence N. Nadeau, a 15 year veteran of law enforcement, using techniques taught in police work, and simplifying them so his 50-year old mother could successfully execute them.

UNI Police Officers act as instructors - both for academic and physical portions of the course. It is an opportunity to learn simple techniques that will allow you to avoid danger when possible or escape as a last option.

Safe Ride Shuttle

http://www.uni.edu/studentorgs/nisg/

Are you looking for a safe, alternative means of transportation for the weekend? The UNI Safe Ride is a 40-minute route that runs every Friday and Saturday between College Hill and Main Street. Best of all, it's free! Visit the NISG site above for up-to-date routes and times.