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Students agree that safety on campus is not a huge issue. Although most college kids do have a feeling of invincibility anyway, the numbers actually back up the overall feeling of assurance. OU has the lowest crime rate out of all the Big 12 schools. While the most illegal action you’re going to find is a stolen bike or random wallet snatching, it is very unlikely to get attacked walking through campus at night. OU police are everywhere, and they let it be known that you are in fact “required” to pull over if being chased by a cop on their bicycle.

Don’t let the overwhelming presence of the OUPD fool you; with the prevalence of the blue phones and the continuous repetition of the phrase “stop crime before it starts,” one might think they are attending school somewhere where criminal activity is commonplace. Even though there are many features on campus that are in place to ensure the safety of all students, students still need to make intelligent decisions. It is not wise to travel anywhere alone late at night. However, if you do decide to take a stroll through campus at night, be sure not to wear anything that resembles a burnt orange shirt or jersey (a symbol of the hated rival Texas Longhorns) while doing so.

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jramzeey

'14

Social Work and Youth Services

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Very Safe.

You would think there would be a larger amount of sketchy situations on such a large campus, but I have never felt unsafe. There are police phones located at several locations, lots of street lights to keep even the darker sections well-lit at night, and the SafeWalk and SafeRide services offered ensure that you don't ever have to be alone at night or put yourself into a compromising position.

Jan 04, 2012

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hunnabun

'14

Business Management

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OU Campus Safety

I have always felt safe on the campus of the University of Oklahoma. The campus has many blue security lights which can be accessed in case of emergency, and the entire campus is fairly well light after dark.

Jan 02, 2012

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'15

Energy, Environment, and Natural Resources Law

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Police Activity

There is always campus PD patrolling around the school and Norman PD right off of the school. They have a program called SafeWalk that you can use to have people escort you back to your residence at night if you're scared or nervous. Not too many creepy elder people walking around campus at any given time.

Dec 09, 2011

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