Safety Tips: Crime Prevention, car theft and burglary
Various New Mexico State University units including Police, Fire and Environmental Health, Safety and Risk Management work together every day to create a safe environment for faculty, staff and students as well as visitors. But each of us also has a role in keeping our campus safe.
To keep your car and dorm safe at NMSU, immediately lock doors and windows, never leave valuables in plain sight in vehicles, and avoid propping open exterior residence hall doors. Report suspicious activity to the NMSU Police Department and use secured, well-lit areas for parking and walking.
NMSU Dorm Security Tips
- Lock Up: Always lock your dorm room door, even when sleeping or leaving for a short time.
- Secure Access: Do not prop open exterior doors to residence halls, as this compromises building security.
- Key Security: Never leave keys in the car/ignition and keep home and car keys separate.
- Document Valuables: Engrave or mark valuables (textbooks, laptops) and keep a record of serial numbers.
- Report Suspicious Activity: Immediately contact NMSU Police if you notice suspicious people or activities in residential areas.
NMSU Vehicle Safety Tips
- Lock and Close: Ensure all windows are closed and doors are locked, regardless of how long you will be away.
- Hide Belongings: Do not leave valuables (laptops, bags, documents) in plain sight; lock them in the trunk.
- Parking: Use well-lit, authorized parking lots.
- Be Aware: Be conscious of your surroundings when walking to and from your vehicle.
For more information, visit https://www.nmsupolice.com/safety/safety-pages/tips.html . NMSU Police non-emergency line is 575-646-3311.