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Drexel University - Health & Safety - College ProwlerCollege Prowler3.08

Health & Safety

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Quick Stats

Number of Public Safety Officers 80
Crimes on Campus
  • Aggravated Assault: 2
  • Arson: 0
  • Burglary: 41
  • Murder/Manslaughter: 0
  • Robbery: 3
  • Sex Offenses: 2
  • Vehicle Theft: 1
Safety Services
  • 24-hour foot & vehicle patrol
  • Crime prevention classes
  • Emergency Call Boxes
  • Escorts
  • Shuttles
Health Services
  • Allergy shots (storage on-site is available)
  • Basic medical services
  • Confidential HIV testing
  • Diagnostic screening for vision, hearing, blood pressure
  • Emergency contraception
  • Enhanced sports-medicine care
  • Family planning
  • Minor surgical procedures
  • Nutrition and dietary counseling
  • Pap smears
  • Pregnancy testing
  • Smoking cessation
  • Travel and routine immunizations
  • Vaccines
  • Walk-in urgent care
  • Well woman care
  • Women's health care
Day Care Services? No

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

Yes, there have been some criminal incidents, even some serious ones. Drexel has taken steps to work at preventing serious crimes in the future. Students do generally feel safe with the strong presence of campus security. All throughout University City you will see Drexel security officers, Philadelphia police, University of Pennsylvania Police, and emergency posts. Although the students are generally well protected, it would be wise to brush up on some street smarts before living here. Philadelphia is a wonderful city, and it’s important to keep yourself safe so that you can enjoy it along with the rest of your college experience. The key is to be wise and make smart decisions. Stay out of areas that are unfamiliar, be aware of your surroundings, and avoid traveling alone at night. Keep these things in mind, and you shouldn’t have any problems.

As safety is always a primary concern, so is health. Drexel students agree that the Student Health Center has some wonderful doctors, but the nurses leave something to be desired, and the center keeps disgraceful hours. The services offered at the center are extensive, which is commendable. The Student Heath Center can be counted on to ensure patient privacy, and they will see you in a timely manner, even if you are a walk-in.

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Health & Safety at Drexel University

nes43

'15

Environmental Engineering

3.8
B+

Safety at Drexel

I do not feel unsafe on campus. There are often many people around and public safety is always around at night. Although the area is on the shady side in some parts, generally on campus there isn't a problem.

Jan 12, 2012

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Health & Safety at Drexel University

jhdhlee

'16

Psychology

3.8
B+

Safe

I have never felt unsafe on Drexel University campus but there are a lot of crimes going on around our campus.

Dec 14, 2011

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Health & Safety at Drexel University

dj342

'16

Architectural Engineering

4.2
A-

Safety at Drexel

Its pretty good, we have a lot of safety officers constantly walking around. As well as this but there is a police station right around the corner. There also is "Drexel Alert" which is a text messaging system that keeps you updated on dangerous activity and tells you what to avoid.

Dec 13, 2011

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Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

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How would you rate the quality and convenience of the student health center?

Facts

Did You Know?

There are two world-class hospitals immediately surrounding campus—the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania and Presbyterian Hospital. If you have insurance (other than Drexel’s) you can see doctors at these hospitals. You can also go to their emergency rooms with or without insurance.

Security OfficeWhat's This?

(215) 895-2222 (emergencies) (215) 895-1550 (non-emergencies)

Health CenterWhat's This?

Monday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Tuesday 10:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m.,Wednesday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Thursday 10:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

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