Ohio Wesleyan University
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OWU Public Safety (PS) takes their job very seriously, some students might say even too seriously. Their presence is very visible on campus, especially at night. Some students feel that they aren’t really there to help them as much as “catch them” doing something wrong. As a whole, though, PS is filled with people with genuine concern for the well-being of the student body. This leads to them being very strict, especially when it comes to drugs or drinking. In some instances, students feel that they waste their time on harassing a student having a drink when they could be patrolling for more dangerous occurrences on campus.The violations for drinking consist of a small fine and being asked to take a course on alcohol usage. Recurring violations result in steeper fines and penalties that could ultimately lead to expulsion. Minor problems, such as parking violations, can be cleared by just paying a small fine. However, it could turn into a problem if you get numerous violations and do not pay.

Students feel very safe on campus and most have a positive relationship with Public Safety, as well as the local police. The city fire station is just across the street, which can get annoying because of the sirens all the time, but it gives a sense of security to people. The city police do not involve themselves with the students except for the occasional off-campus party where they may warn them to quiet down, but they usually will not do anything drastic.

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Campus Strictness at Ohio Wesleyan University

ksimon15

Genetics '14

4.6

A

Opportunities in Abundance

My school's policies do not seem too 'set in stone'. It very much so seems that many of the school's policies were set to be flexible in specific situations to best help students. I've seen it happen a few times both personally myself and with various friends, and I greatly appreciate the fact that the campus is willing to do that.

Mar 15, 2012

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addee878

Biology '12

2.7

C+

Administration Bad, Everyone Else Okay

Don't get me wrong: I love most of the guys from Public Safety, and friendly relations with a lot of people in other departments. But my personal history as an employee leaves a sour taste in my mouth. For one night out of an otherwise impeccable history of service, I was tossed aside like a used rag. When I needed them to be there for me and advocate, they consistently weren't.

Feb 20, 2012

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tacork

Microbiology '14

3.5

B

Have Fun but Be Safe

If an underage student has drank to the point of alcohol poisoning, there is no punishment. Our RAs and Public Safety Officers care more about your health and wellbeing rather than putting the iron fit upon the student and scaring them away from making the smarter choice of getting help. Besides, after alcohol poisoning, who would want to party that hard again anyway?

Sep 11, 2011

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