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Health & Safety

Quick Stats

Number of Public Safety Officers 41
Crimes on Campus
  • Aggravated Assault: 9
  • Arson: 2
  • Burglary: 34
  • Murder/Manslaughter: 0
  • Robbery: 3
  • Sex Offenses: 0
  • Vehicle Theft: 1
Safety Services
  • Blue phones
  • Community crime unit
  • Emergency text alerts
  • Escort services
Health Services
  • Allergy clinic
  • Basic medical care
  • Common prescriptions and medications
  • Emergency contraception
  • Health education services
  • Immunizations
  • Lab services
  • Minor surgery
  • Nutrition counseling
  • Physicals
  • Referrals
  • Sports medicine
  • STD testing
  • Women's health
Day Care Services? Yes

Student Author OverviewWhat's This?

As it is located in one of the more dangerous counties in America, Towson University’s security system makes every effort to ensure safety on campus. Crime is not a primary concern for TU students, but the TU police department still keep students well informed, unlike some other schools that attempt to keep crime discrete. They post alerts after every crime and host an orientation program that informs students of ways to remain safe on campus. Another great safety feature is that there are 24-hour emergency telephones and lit sidewalks all over campus.

To a large extent, the TU police work hard and are always seen around the dorms. In addition, students are ensured that they are secure when entering their dorms. One of the main complaints about security is that students are often overwhelmed by the process they must go through when entering their dorms, as well. Some students also feel that security should be seen more around campus, rather than just situating themselves near the dorms.

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Health & Safety at Towson University

jcplant

Special Education and Teaching '14

4.6
A

Safe for the Most Part

Over the years, I have only heard of 2-3 safety incidents. The Towson University Police Department is one of the best campus security programs I have ever seen. There are several blue emergency call boxes throughout campus. All housing buildings are guarded 24 hours a day and only residents with a valid university ID and their escorted guests are allowed in. During my time here, I have never feared for my safety.

Feb 23, 2012

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Health & Safety at Towson University

jchong5

Nursing '14

3.5
B

Health & Safety at TU

There are many robberies on campus it seems, there is some sort of miscellaneous crime weekly due to the fact that we are near the Baltimore area.

Feb 08, 2012

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Health & Safety at Towson University

knowmonsta

Theatre, Arts, and Media Management '14

3.5
B

Issues Are Taken Care of Quickly

There have been incidents on Towson University's campus that compromised the safety of the students. However, these incidents are quickly taken care of. I have full confidence in the security officials at Towson.

Jan 02, 2012

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User rating for Towson University - Health & Safety is 4.6 out of 5 based on 29 user reviews.

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Facts

Security OfficeWhat's This?

University Police Department
7400 York Rd.
(410) 704-2133 (emergencies); (410) 704-2134 (non-emergencies)
www.towson.edu/adminfinance/facilities/police

Health CenterWhat's This?

Dowell Health Center
Dowell Hall
(410) 704-2466
www.towson.edu/dowellhealthcenter
Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Did You Know? Towson University's campus has one of the lowest crime ratings among all of Maryland's large public institutions.

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