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Southern Methodist University - Health & Safety - Health & Safety - College ProwlerCollege Prowler4.24

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Quick Stats

Number of Public Safety Officers 22
Crimes on Campus
  • Aggravated Assault: 1
  • Arson: 3
  • Burglary: 34
  • Murder/Manslaughter: 0
  • Robbery: 1
  • Sex Offenses: 5
  • Vehicle Theft: 6
Safety Services
  • Bicycle registration
  • Blue-lights (emergency phones)
  • Campus security escort program
  • Fingerprinting
  • Giddy Up and Courtesy escorts
  • Lost property
  • Silent Witness
  • Special event planning
  • Vehicle assist
  • Women's self-defense classes
Health Services
  • Allergies
  • Consultations with physicians
  • Counseling services
  • Immunizations
  • Injuries
  • Minor surgery
  • On-campus pharmacy
  • Specialty clinics (dental consultation, dermatology, gynecology, orthopedics, and sports medicine)
  • Treatment for minor illnesses
Day Care Services? Yes

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

SMU may boast a very safe campus; however, they should really say thank you to University Park. Even though University Park and SMU Police work together to patrol the city, SMU PD pays more attention to parking violations than a screaming girl whose hair is in flames. On the other hand, nothing too out of the ordinary ever occurs here on campus, so what else is there for them to do? It is quite rare to hear about SMU students being mugged at gunpoint. There have only been two incidents since I have been here, and both of them were off-campus. A friend of mine was raped when she was a freshman. So, if you receive warnings from anyone, especially if you are a female, it will probably pertain to rape. There are several minor thefts reported every year, but there is nothing to fear on this campus—except a parking ticket.

Most of the police force here are fairly friendly and do earnestly look out for you, especially if you are intoxicated. I hear more about alcohol violations than Sherlock Holmes murder mysteries. SMU has done a stellar job with the PR for their police force, and I definitely commend them for that. I have yet to see an SMU cop put to the test, though. So, that should really give you a good idea about the campus: it’s safe enough.

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Health & Safety at Southern Methodist University

vgadson

Painting '15

5.0
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Very Safe

Safety is not really an issue. The SMU police are out driving around all day, and even at night, there are no threats to one's safety. It is safe to walk around at all hours of the day and night, but be advised the the north quad dorms back up to a street. Dorm are gotten into using your ID card, so you do not have to worry about people getting into the dorm who do not belong there.

May 24, 2012

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alexpnowlin

Dance '14

4.2
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Super Safe

I don't even second guess my safety on campus because I know the police are on top of their game in and around SMU. The dorms are well manned, but not intrusively so. Health department gives out medicine like candy, but I do not think that is uncommon (take that as you will).

Jun 02, 2011

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Ponyup

Business Management '12

5.0
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Very Safe

Don't worry Mom's out there. SMU is as safe as it gets. Surrounding neighborhood is beautifully cared for and locked down tight. No worries!

Mar 15, 2011

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User rating for Southern Methodist University - Health & Safety is 4.6 out of 5 based on 23 user reviews.

Student Survey Poll ResultsWhat's This?

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

Facts

Security OfficeWhat's This?

SMU Police Department
(214) 768-3333 (emergencies) (214) 768-3388 (non-emergencies)
smu.edu/pd

Health CenterWhat's This?

Memorial Health Center
6211 Bishop Blvd.
(214) 768-2141
smu.edu/healthcenter
Monday–Friday 8:30 a.m.–5 p.m.

Did You Know?
  • SMU recently created a program, "Giddy Up," where students can call and have volunteer students come pick them up in a golf cart and get a safe ride home. This is to prevent students from driving under the influence. If you are intoxicated, don't be afraid to simply call.
  • SMU Rides is a new program where student organizations volunteer during the weekend to call cabs for students who are off campus and need a ride. The organization pays for the cab so that the student can gut back to campus free of charge.

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