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Northern Illinois University - Health & Safety - Health & Safety - College ProwlerCollege Prowler2.69

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Quick Stats

Number of Public Safety Officers 63
Crimes on Campus
  • Aggravated Assault: 10
  • Arson: 0
  • Burglary: 46
  • Murder/Manslaughter: 5
  • Robbery: 2
  • Sex Offenses: 12
  • Vehicle Theft: 2
Safety Services
  • 24-hour emergency telephones
  • 24-hour foot and vehicle patrols
  • Controlled dormitory access
  • Late-night escort service
  • Lighted pathways
Health Services
  • Allergy Shots
  • Confidential STD testing
  • Emergency contraception
  • Immunizations
  • On-site pharmacy
  • Physical and gynecological exams
  • Physical therapy
  • X-rays
Day Care Services? Yes

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

If you believe lightning can’t strike the same place twice, then NIU is among the safest college campuses in America. The February 2008 killing spree by a former student came without warning and was largely unpreventable. Police response to the reports of a shooting was rapid and disciplined. The University is constantly updating its security policies as a result of both this event and the previous incident at Virginia Tech University a year earlier. Metal detectors and psychiatric screenings to enter classrooms aren’t forthcoming, so a repeat occurrence is a possibility, but no more so than at any other school. The University is aggressive in protecting the safety of its students. Violent offenders are shown the door before they know what hit them. It’s how non-violent offenders are dealt with that is a matter of controversy. The police sometimes look the other way when it comes to underage drinking, while vandalism and petty theft are issues that will never go away on a campus of this size. Take all necessary precautions and use common sense to protect yourself and your valuables. The services and resources available to students are excellent. The escort service is a godsend, especially in certain dank areas of campus. Emergency assistance call-boxes rarely see use, but it’s nice to know that they are there. Access to the dormitories is also controlled—at least in theory. Vigilance can sometimes depend on the student checking identification.

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Health & Safety at Northern Illinois University

Aholbrook

Business Administration and Management '14

3.5
B

Don't Put Yourself in Unnecessary Situations.

As long as you are a good student and person, NIU is a great place. You'll only find yourself in a bad situation if you hang out with the wrong people, or you get yourself in a bad place at a bad time. Crime rally isn't too overbearing at Northern, but things do happen.

May 16, 2012

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kitkat65

Elementary Education '16

N/A

Security

I have had the opportunity to experience security at this point

Apr 05, 2012

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thewalk

Education '14

4.6
A

Very Safe

I have always felt safe on campus. The Campus Security do a wonderful job for being such a big campus.Obey the rules and you should not have a problem.

Apr 04, 2012

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User rating for Northern Illinois University - Health & Safety is 3.5 out of 5 based on 31 user reviews.

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

Facts

Security OfficeWhat's This?

NIU Public Safety Office
375 Wirtz Dr.
911 (emergencies) (815) 753-1212 (non-emergencies)

Health CenterWhat's This?

University Health Services
Lucinda Avenue
(815) 753-1311
www.uhs.niu.edu
Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Did You Know?
  • On Valentine's Day 2008, safety and security at NIU became national news when former student Steven Kazmierczak entered a large lecture hall, killed five students and then committed suicide. The campus was locked down within 20 minutes of the attack and school was canceled for more than a week. The school's handling of the event was widely praised by outside observers as police were on the scene within less than a minute and alerts went out via many different channels including e-mail and PA systems throughout campus.
  • Book theft is a significant problem at the end of every semester when it comes time to sell back books to the bookstore. Watch your stuff or lose easy cash. Police recommend putting unique marks on your books so that your books can be identified if stolen.
  • In addition to the health services provided at NIU, students also have access to the Counseling and Student Development Center (www.niu.edu/csdc), where they can seek out assistance for a number of mental-health issues.

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