Guide to Safer Living
Annually, Public Safety publishes a Guide to Safer Living on the College of Charleston campus. This guide contains detailed information every member of the campus community should have at their fingertips.
The mission of the Department of Public Safety is to support the College of Charleston by providing a safe, orderly and secure environment where students can learn, faculty can teach, and staff can work to support the College’s learning and teaching environment.
While reported crime at the College of Charleston is low, it is important for students, faculty, staff and visitors to be cognizant that we are located in an urban setting. Thus, it is incumbent upon each of us to take responsibility for ensuring our personal safety by practicing good crime-prevention habits.
The Department of Public Safety is here to provide a high level of service to the College community. However, the safety and security of the College is the shared responsibility of the entire community.
This guide offers an overview of the Department of Public Safety and its services. We hope you find it informative and a good reminder of safety precautions you already know. Our website, charleston.edu/public-safety, is another good source of information and we hope that you’ll take a moment to review it as well.
Table of Content
2. Protecting Personal Property
5. Bicycle Laws And Riding Safety
7. Important Phone Numbers And Websites