Louisiana State University - Health & Safety - Health & Safety

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Number of Public Safety Officers		71 officers
Crimes on Campus		Aggravated Assault: 4 Arson: 4 Burglary: 99 Murder/Manslaughter: 0 Robbery: 4 Sex Offenses: 6 Vehicle Theft: 22
Safety Services		(RAD) Rape defense classes 24-hour police patrols Campus transit Card access to dorms Emergency call-boxes Extensive campus lighting LSU CrimeStoppers Mountain bike control Operation ID
Health Services		STD screening 24-hour crisis intervention (225) 924-5781 Basic medical services with specialty clinics including dermatology, orthopedics, ear/nose/throat, and ophthalmology Blood chemistry profiling Diagnostic imaging Free dental screening Gynecology department Mental health services On-site pharmacy, immunizations and vaccinations Sexual Assault Victim's Advocates (SAVAs) Program
Day Care Services?		Yes

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Since the Baton Rouge and LSU community were shocked by the rampage of a serial killer in 2003, safety has become a serious issue at LSU. Every area of safety on campus has been tightened, and several awareness campaigns helped spread the word about tips on keeping knowledgeable of one’s surroundings. LSU police, including some undercover officers, constantly patrol campus. Dorm security has been tightened, with all of the dorms requiring some sort of card-swipe access, and many dorms now instituting a “pour-at-the-door” policy, not allowing in outside drinks that might contain alcohol. Campus Transit provides students with a ride around campus after hours, and more extensive lighting helps to make the campus brighter after-hours. However, despite these many advances, LSU still has incidences, and students still complain of feeling unsafe. With a university the size of a small town, it is not uncommon to hear the occasional reports of burglary, assaults, and vandalism. The best advice students can take is to be aware and alert at all times, to keep track of their valuables, and to avoid traveling alone at night.

Despite the crimes students have heard of, most students feel safe around campus. While they might get spooked walking home across the tree-cloaked campus, or feel it necessary to lock up their wallet in their room, most students do not feel genuinely threatened at any time.

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arp2765

Biology '15

A+

Feeling Safe

The security on campus are outstanding and I feel very safe because I know LSU campus police are there whenever there is trouble. Though the campus is near a very bad part of the city, the campus police make sure to protect and make sure no one gets hurt. They are always looking out for the students on campus. Overall, a fantastic job with the LSU police department for making me and other fellow students feel safe and secure.

May 03, 2012

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kaynrockets

Computer Software Engineering '15

A

Safe Enough

Our campus is a very safe place. I have never even worried about whether or not I'm safe. WE have a good emergency alert system. i receive text messages and emails if there is anything that can threaten my safety.

Apr 14, 2012

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blondiek

Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering '15

A-

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LSU is a safe campus considering the number of students it has. The outlying areas for off campus housing are not so safe.

Mar 17, 2012

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User rating for Louisiana State University - Health & Safety is 3.5 out of 5 based on 32 user reviews.

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Security OfficeWhat's This?

911 (emergencies) (225) 578-3231 (LSU Police Department) (225) 578-2746 (CrimeStoppers Hotline)

Health CenterWhat's This?

(225) 578-6271
Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m.–11:30 a.m. (medical clinics and pharmacy only)

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The LSU Police Department Web site has a daily crime blotter, allowing students to keep track of any crimes occurring on campus.
At any given time, five to seven patrol units are in the area keeping response time on campus under a minute.
According to the LSU Police Department, the most common violation is theft from buildings.
The LSU Police Department conducts a lighting survey monthly to make sure that all areas on campus are well lit.

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