Safety Resources

How to stay safe on campus.

Whether you're visiting the College or Charleston or celebrating your final semester, we want you to stay safe on campus.

From walking at night to preparing for an emergency, these resources provide guidance, procedures and tools to help you stay safe and make informed decisions.

Staying Safe

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Aggressor/Bomb Threat
Procedures and guidelines on what to do in an aggressor or bomb threat situation. 
 Imminent Threat Resources
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Emergency Procedures
From severe weather to medical emergencies, know how to respond to an emergency on campus.
 Emergency Preparedness
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Night Travel
Use our digital map and follow the recommended paths when traveling at night. Also, the Cougar Shuttle is available 11 p.m. - 3 a.m. during the academic year: 888.960.2227
 View the Map
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Guide to Safer Living
The Department of Public Safety's guide brings together essential information on emergency preparedness, personal protection and public safety programs into once convenient downloadable resource.
 Download the Guide (.pdf)
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Safety & Security Basics
A quick reference list of tips and resources to help keep you safe and secure on campus from Cougar Alerts to mental health and counseling.
 Learn the Basics
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Sex Offender Registry
Searchable state-wide sex offender registry as maintained by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Divisions (SLED).
 Access the Registry