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The Gonzaga campus is fairly quiet because it has almost no outside traffic. Surrounded by heavily student-populated neighborhoods, one rarely sees anyone on campus who isn’t a part of the University. Campus Security patrols around the clock, and there are many blue-light emergency phones around. Theft, bikes in particular, is the preeminent crime. Unless you have a sturdy U-lock for your bike, there’s a chance of being robbed blind when you turn your back. That being said, the dorms are always locked, and break-ins are rare.

Off campus, students have to fend for themselves. Campus Security is not a major presence in the Logan neighborhood. The farther from campus, the more questionable the area. Another frequent complaint is that Campus Security/Student Life is woefully inadequate and insensitive in cases of sexual assault. The burden of proof is on the victim, and the alleged attackers are generally given the benefit of the doubt. Gonzaga seems hesitant to expel students—be it for sexual assault, violent behavior, or drug-related activities. But is Gonzaga markedly worse than any other university? Probably not. The bottom line is: be smart. Don’t walk alone late at night off campus (especially girls), and don’t expect your belongings to be safe from theft on campus either.

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laughingjellybean

Political Science and Government '15

3.1

B-

Not the Greatest Neighborhood

I've never felt that my safety was in danger, but Logan, especially compared to other parts of Spokane, is kind of a weird neighborhood. Cars get broken into all the time, and Campo (Campus Security) can't do much. There are no cameras in parking lots, apparently, which is really frustrating and weird. Once you're in the dorms, though, your stuff is relatively safe.

Apr 25, 2012

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GUstudent2013

Biology '13

2.7

C+

Safety at Gonzaga

The campus itself is generally pretty safe, though this has changed the last couple of years. Theft is a huge problem, and leaving anything around campus is basically a guarantee to have it stolen, even if it's locked. The security is ineffectual at best, and a hassle at worst. They don't actually do anything of worth besides break up overcrowded parties. Safety declines even more when you venture into the Logan neighborhood, where most off-campus students live. The campus security does not protect students in this area, and the number of assaults has steadily increased while I've been here.

Apr 17, 2012

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annelie089

Special Education and Teaching '12

3.5

B

Campus Safety

I generally feel safe on campus, the outside area and neighborhoods can be a bit scary to walk around alone at night

Apr 16, 2012

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