University Police provides safety tips for spring

As always, if you see something suspicious, say something. Report suspicious activity by dialing 911, calling UPD at 304-293-3136 or using the LiveSafe app to communicate directly with UPD through text, photo, video and audio, among several other features.

If you choose to participate in activities involving alcohol, please exercise caution:

• Avoid drinking games.
• Stick with one type of alcohol.
• Eat food before and during drinking.
• Set a limit for drinks and keep track of the number consumed.
• Do not leave your drink unattended and do not let someone pour your drink out of your sight.

As you venture around campus and the surrounding area, please remember to stay alert while walking or driving and follow pedestrian and driver safety tips. Pedestrians should only cross at marked crosswalks and intersections, put their phones down so they can focus on their surroundings and walk in well-lit areas when possible. Drivers should be extra cautious, reduce their speed and yield to pedestrians.

Utilize the buddy system when out and about to help prevent someone from ending up in an unsafe situation, and have a plan for your group to get home safely.

If someone is in danger of drug or alcohol overdose, always call for help. Under WVU’s medical amnesty policy, you may be safe from prosecution and may not face charges under the Campus Student Code if you seek medical assistance in an emergency.

To learn more about UPD, visit the Police website. Download the LiveSafe app and turn on push notifications for direct and discreet two-way communication with police.